Primare I21 User manual

Primare I21 Integrated Amplier

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I21 AMPLIFIER USER GUIDE
PREFACE
Copyright and acknowledgements
Copyright © 2004 Primare Systems AB.
All rights reserved.
Primare Systems AB
Renvägen 1
SE-352 45 Växjö
Sweden
Issue: I21
The information in this guide is believed to be correct as
of the date of publication. However, our policy is one of
continuous development and so the information is subject
to change without notice, and does not represent a com-
mit ment on the part of Primare Systems AB.
Primare is a trademark of Primare Systems AB. All rights
reserved. All other product names are trademarks or regis-
tered trade marks of their respective owners.
FCC Warning:
This equipment generates and can radi-
ate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used
correctly in accordance with our instructions may cause
interference to radio communications or radio and televi-
sion reception. It has been type-tested and complies with
the limits set out in Subpart J, Part 15 of FCC rules for
a Class B computing device. These limits are intended to
provide reasonable protection against such interference in
home installations.
EEC:
This product has been de signed and type-tested
to comply with the limits set out in EN55013 and
EN55020.
This guide was produced by Condesign Ljungby AB.
www.condesign.se
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the I21 Integrated Ampli er
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1
High-performance power ampli er
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1
Flexible inputs
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.
1
Fixed and variable outputs
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1
Superb technical design
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1
Intuitive user interface
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1
Using the I21 with other Primare products
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2
Technical speci cation
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2
HOW TO GET STARTED
Power connection
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3
Safety instruction
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3
Switching on and off
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3
To switch on
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3
To switch on from standby or to standby
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3
Back panel connections
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4
Outputs
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4
Loudspeaker outputs
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4
Preampli er outputs
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4
Inputs
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4
Source inputs
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4
Front panel controls
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5
OPERATING THE I21 INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER
Selecting a source
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7
To select a source
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7
Changing the volume
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7
To change the volume
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7
To dim the front panel display
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8
To restore the normal display
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Primare I21 Integrated Ampli er! This chapter
introduces you to its key features, and explains how you can
take advantage of its superb sound as the key component in
your hi- system.
Welcome to the I21 Integrated Ampli er
The I21 is an integrated preampli er and power ampli er
with extraordinary performance for its price.
High-performance power ampli er
The I21 incorporates a power ampli er providing 75 Watts
per channel of superb quality sound.
Flexible inputs
The I21 preampli er stage provides four inputs, labelled
CD, TUNER, LINE 1, and LINE 2, to cater for a  exible
range of sources.
Fixed and variable outputs
The currently selected source is provided on two pairs of
line-level outputs, for connecting the I21 to other equip-
ment. The TAPE OUT sockets are independent of the posi-
tion of the volume control, and allow you to connect the
I21 to a tape recorder. The PRE OUT sockets are controlled
by the volume control, and can be used to connect the I20
to another output stage.
Superb technical design
The I21 incorporates a classic circuit design based on J-FET
input devices and bipolar output devices, typical of far more
expensive equipment, giving high performance and excellent
reliability.
Intuitive user interface
In keeping with the philosophy of the Primare range of sys-
tems, the I21 can be controlled through a very simple and
intuitive set of front panel controls.
Alternatively all the functions of the I21 can be controlled
by the C22 Remote Control supplied with the I21, along
with the other Primare components in your system.

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INTRODUCTION
Using the I21 with other Primare
products
Although the I21 is  exible enough to work with virtu-
ally any other equipment
you have in your system, it is
ideal for use with the other products in the Primare range.
A particular bene t of using the I21 with other Primare
sources is that you can control your entire system with a
single remote control, to give you a fully integrated system
with the simplest possible user interface.
Technical speci cation
Output power per channel
2 x 75W into 8
Ω
,
2 x 125W into 4
Ω
Speaker terminals
4 –16
Ω
Output impedance
<0.08
DC offset
<5mV (servo controlled)
Line inputs
330mV
Tape outputs
300mV
Frequency response
<10Hz – 100kHz, -3dB
THD
0.05% (1kHz, 10V into 8
Ω
)
Signal-to-noise, line
-100dB (A-weighted)
Power consumption, standby
<12W
Peak current
±
25A
Dimensions (WxDxH)
430 x 385 x 100mm
Weight
13,5kg

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HOW TO GET STARTED
This chapter provides a quick overview of how to connect
the I21 integrated ampli er to other components in your
system.
Power connection
Warning
: Before connecting power check
that the required supply voltage, indicated
on the back panel, cor re sponds to your local
AC supply. If a different voltage is stated on
the type plate do not connect the I21 to the mains power,
and seek advice from your dealer.
Connect the mains power using the enclosed mains cable.
NOTE
: Always disconnect the I21 and all other units in
the system from the mains power before connecting or dis-
connecting any of the cables. Never short circuit speaker
terminals. This might seriously damage the unit.
Safety instructions
To prevent  re or shock hazard, do not expose this
appliance to dripping or splashing. No objects  lled with
liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the I21.
If you want to build in the I21 you need to be sure to
allow space of at least 20 cm behind, 10 cm on both sides
and 30 cm above the top panel of the unit. This is to pre-
vent  re or damage caused by overheating. Also make sure
that the main switch is accessable.
Switching on and off
To switch on
•
Use the main switch under the left-hand edge of the
housing (1).
1
During normal operation you can leave the I21 switched
on and in standby mode.
To switch on from standby or to standby
•
Pressing
on the front panel or on the remote control,
will change the standby mode.

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Back panel connections
A.
Right loudspeaker outputs
B.
Audio inputs
C.
Tape outputs
D.
Preampli er outputs
E.
Right loudspeaker outputs
F.
Mains power input
D
C
B
F
A
E
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