Talisman T-31H User manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
T - 31H
The Talisman Audio team congratulates you for the acquisition of the high-end T-31H headset stereophonic amplifier.
Our team designed and manufactured this product with utmost professionalism and care. We trust that the highest standards
of technology and quality which we build into all our products will serve you well, and make you enjoy your new amplifier for
many years to come.
The T-31H was designed to provide the absolute best in electrodynamic headset listening : as such, it is a full-fledged member
of the elite family of Talisman Audio equipments.
The T-31H profits from a technical design without concession, reserved for the High End material. It is on this technical basis
that we could develop the exceptional sound of this apparatus.
The T-31H’s high-capacity intensity and voltage output enables it to seamlessly hook up into a wide range of electrodynamic
headsets, no matter whether they feature high or low input impedance. Quality brand-name headsets are especially
appropriate, so that the manifold qualities of fidelity, naturalness and excellent sound dynamics are fully utilised.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
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OVERVIEW
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Upon unpacking you should find the following equipment and accessories :
- T-31H amplifier in its protective bag ;
- power cord ;
- a two-parts foam wedging.
We advise you to keep this packing, in case you had to return the product, to ensure safe travel
conditions.
Nota : this leaflet can be found on our site http:\\www.talisman-audio.com
Select an appropriate spot to place your T-31H : i.e. near enough from your hi-fi equipment so that all
necessary connections may be made unhindered, and also close enough to wherever you may want to sit
back and relax to enjoy the T-31H listening experience.
- make sure that the T-31H is placed on a hard surface with no vibrations ;
- also make sure that the T-31H is not confined in a closed space, for the T-31H will remain in a
power-on status full time ;
- avoid placing the T-31H too close to other electrical equipment, as it could possibly cause
static, background noise, vibrations, or excessive heating.
- input : 1 Cinch stereo input ;
- output : 1 Cinch direct stereo output and 1 amplified output 6,35 mm jack for electrodynamic headset ;
- output level : < 7 Vrms headset on 30 to 600 ohms headset ;
- power / sensitivity : > 150 mW on 30 to 600 ohms headset / 1,7 Vrms with 47 kohms, gain = 12 dB ;
- output impedance : < 0,15 ohms @ 1 kHz ;
- harmonic distortion : < 0,02 % on 300 ohms charge, output 1 Vrms, audio band ;
- signal-to-Noise ratio : > 90 dBA unweighted ;
- bandwidth : 10 Hz to 500 kHz with 300 ohms, 1 Vrms, -3 dB ;
- rise time : < 1 µs 10 kHz, +/- 1V on 300 ohms charge ;
- mains connections : mains on base CEI with internal fuse ;
- volume adjustment : level from 0 to – 80 dB, max deviation 2 dB between channels L & R ;
- specifics functions : direct Cinch output for insertion of amp in sound feed line, either in
monitoring loop output ;
- operating mode : permanently powered ;
- mains : 230 V / 115 V / 100 V +/- 10 %. Power < 2 W in standby mode ;
- weight & dimensions : 1,2 kg / 136 * 68 * 208 mm.
Power-on light.
Volume control knob.
Stereo jack 6.35 mm.
CINCH stereo input.
CINCH outlets for direct stereo output.
Individual serial number.
Power supply (mains) at base.
Unpacking,
preparation
and placement
Front panel
Back panel
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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First Power-Up
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not expose to rain, water, splattering, or humidity !
Do not open housing. Risk of electrical shock !
You must use the electrical cord supplied. Connect it to a grounded mains outlet !
Make sure that the operating voltage of the unit is the same as the voltage provided by your local
electrical grid ( local mains ) !
Never short the headset output !
The « CE » indication at the back of the T-3H indicates that the unit was developped and manufactured
in conformity with the Electromagnetic compatibility and Low Voltage directives of the European
Union.
SAFETY : HD 195-S6, EN 60065.
EMC : Emission EN 55013, Immunity EN 55020, conform to CISPR 16-1, CISPR 16-2, IEC 801-2 class
B, IEC801-3 class A, IEC 801-4 class B.
INSTALLATION
Plug into the mains your T-31H for the first time without connecting it to your hi-fi equipment or to a
headset.
The display T-31H on the front panel must light up. Then unplug the unit from the mains and
proceed with the installation as described here below.
Whenever effecting such connections, it is recommended to first switch off all of the units making up
your hi-fi equipment (your audio/video chain) and to abstain from wearing your headset yet. In any
event, the insertion of a T-31H into your hi-fi system shall not degrade in any way the quality of your
hi-fi sound connections – provided your T-31H remains powered on !
The desired source must be connected to the T-31H’s input (CINCH input jacks ) with high quality
modulation cords, the right-hand channel corresponding to the red jack and the left-hand channel to
the white jack.
You have two possibilities to connect your T-31H :
- direct connection : Plug the sound feed line into the input of your T-31H to, and connect the output
of your T-31H to the input of your amplifier or pre-amp. This type of connection is appropriate if
you intend to use a single sound feed into your headset ;
- monitoring connection : Connect the input of your T-31H with the monitoring output (or to the
recording output) of your amplifier or pre-amp. You may also connect the output of your T-31H to
the input of a recorder or a processor used in a monitoring loop.
This type of connection is appropriate if you wish to feed several separate sound sources into your
headset (such as CD, DVD, tuner, phono, tape ...), or if you have a complete audio/video system.
Plug your headset, fitted with a 6,35 mm stereo jack to the base headset output on the T-31H’s front
panel. Avoid handling or fiddling with this plug whenever wearing the headset. Upon plugging in the
headset make sure volume is set at its lowest value.
Connecting to
a sound feed line
Connecting
the headset
USE & MAINTENANCE
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Volume
control
Power On
and Off
The T-31H does not feature an off/on switch, because it was designed to remain permanently on so as to
ensure optimal electrical and thermal operating conditions.
Upon first power-on, or whenever your T-31H has been disconnected from the mains for a long time, it
is recommended that you wait for about one hour before use.
Should you not use your T-31H for a long period of time, simply unplug its power cord. It is
recommended that when you do so you switch off your entire hi-fi system and disconnect your headset.
Warning : whenever the T-31H is in power-off mode (i.e. disconnected from the power supply) no
equipment should be connected to the inputs/outputs and lest their sound quality become
impaired.
Warning : too high a sound volume used over long periods of time may significantly damage your
hearing . Please be reasonable !
Volume is set by means of knob which controls a high quality ALPS stereo potentiometer. Upon first
starting be sure to lower volume to its lowest level, i.e. the volume knob turned all the way to the left,
before you put on the headset.
Warning : never ever conduct any care & maintenance-related tasks with the power on !
The T-31H was designed to operate for years without any maintenance nor adjustment.
If dust gathers on the unit simply wipe it off with a dry cloth.
In case the unit was dirtied or soiled do NOT use any detergent or solvent. Do not either use common
household cleaning papers whose textures are abrasive. Use instead a soft wet cloth and if need be soap.
Then carefully wipe the unit clean with the soft wet cloth.
Routine
maintenance
Troubleshooting Upon Power-on, the front panel light does not come "On" :
- check that the power cord is correctly plugged into the base and connected to the mains ;
- check that the mains outlet is live.
Light comes "On" normally but the headset has no sound :
- check that the sound feed line is live (music is being fed) and that volume control is not
turned all the way down (¼ knob revolution is enough) ;
- check that all the sources and the headset connections have been carried out as per instructions,
and that all components are operating normally.
Bad sound quality (e.g. too loud, too weak, background noise, distortion, rumble ...) :
- check that you have properly observed all installation and operation recommendations in this
manual ;
- check that the technical specifications of your other equipment are compatible with the specs
of this unit : refer here to the « Technical Specifications » chapter.
There still is a problem with unit operation. Contact the seller of your unit or use the warranty as set out
in the ‘warranty’ chapter of this manual.
After-sale service
WARRANTY
T-31H
T-31HT-31H
T-31H
General
conditions
Talisman Audio guaranties this equipment when used according to its technical specifications, against
any manufacturing defects or component flaws.
This warranty applies to both materials and labor.
In case of defect Talisman Audio will, for TWO years from the purchase date, repair the unit free of
charge to the owner. Shipping costs to the Talisman Audio premises shall be however borne by the
owner of the unit under warranty.
Under no circumstances can this warranty give rise to any kind of damages or liability.
Talisman Audio guaranties the equipment only if :
- it was purchased either on the Talisman Audio web site, or through an official dealer ;
- the defect occurs within the two years period following the purchase ;
- the defect is not caused by an abnormal use of the product, or by an outside factor ;
- the product was not opened and modified by an outside personne.
The claim for warranty should be made in the following way :
- if the product was bought through an auditorium, please refer to this dealer who will examine your
problem, will try to solve it and will give you the correct procedure to contact Talisman Audio, if
necessary ;
- if the product was bought on the web site, then tell us directly about your problem using our email
adress amp[email protected].You will then receive instructions for the return of your product.
After-sale
service
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Talisman Audio products are manufactured by the Get Electronique Company, a French corporation
incorporated under the register number RCS Castres 447 794 363.
All design and production procedures are carried out according to strict quality standards ISO9000:2000
(certificat n°124 832).
Talisman Audio certifies that all products delivered to its clients are individually tested and controlled,
and that they comply with the acceptance criterias defined for each model.
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