Velleman K8084 User manual

VOLUME AND TONE CONTROL - PREAMPLIFIER
K8084
ILLUSTRATED ASSEMBLY MANUAL H8084IP-1
Total solder points: 162
Difficulty level: beginner 1 2 3 4 5 advanced
Whenusingoneofouramplifiers(bigorsmall),youalways
needavolumecontrolandpreferablyalsoatonecontrol

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Features & specifications
When using one of our amplifiers (big or small), you always need a volume control and preferably also a tone
control. This kit comes complete with all input / output connections and potentiometers.
Furthermore it is possible to amplify or attenuate the input signal.
FEATURES:
 stereo volume control
 stereo Baxandall bass and treble control
 bass and treble potentiometers with centre click
 customizable attenuation or amplification
 complete with knobs
SPECIFICATIONS:
 supply voltage: 2 x 12VAC / 100mA
 frequency response: 3Hz - 500kHz (-3dB)
 standard amplification: x1
 signal to noise ratio: 98dB
 harmonic distortion: < 0.005% (@1KHz)
 maximum output: 5V RMS
 tone control:
+ and -15dB @ 20Hz
+ and -15dB @ 15kHz
 Input impedance: 50k ohms
 PCB dimensions: 105 x 70mm / 4,1 x 2,75"
modifications reserved

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Assembly hints
1. Assembly (Skipping this can lead to troubles ! )
Ok, so we have your attention. These hints will help you to make this project successful. Read them carefully.
1.1 Make sure you have the right tools:
• A good quality soldering iron (25-40W) with a small tip.
• Wipe it often on a wet sponge or cloth, to keep it clean; then apply solder to the tip, to give it a wet look. This is called ‘thinning’and will
protect the tip, and enables you to make good connections. When solder rolls off the tip, it needs cleaning.
• Thin raisin-core solder. Do not use any flux or grease.
• A diagonal cutter to trim excess wires. To avoid injury when cutting excess leads, hold the lead so they
cannot fly towards the eyes.
• Needle nose pliers, for bending leads, or to hold components in place.
• Small blade and Phillips screwdrivers. A basic range is fine.
For some projects, a basic multi-meter is required, or might be handy
1.2 Assembly Hints :
⇒ Make sure the skill level matches your experience, to avoid disappointments.
⇒ Follow the instructions carefully. Read and understand the entire step before you perform each operation.
⇒ Perform the assembly in the correct order as stated in this manual
⇒ Position all parts on the PCB (Printed Circuit Board) as shown on the drawings.
⇒ Values on the circuit diagram are subject to changes.
⇒ Values in this assembly guide are correct*
⇒ Use the check-boxes to mark your progress.
⇒ Please read the included information on safety and customer service
* Typographical inaccuracies excluded. Always look for possible last minute manual updates, indicated as ‘NOTE’on a separate leaflet.
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Assembly hints
1.3 Soldering Hints :
1- Mount the component against the PCB surface and carefully solder the leads
2- Make sure the solder joints are cone-shaped and shiny
3- Trim excess leads as close as possible to the solder joint
REMOVE THEM FROM THE TAPE ONE AT A TIME !
AXIAL COMPONENTS ARE TAPED IN THE
CORRECT MOUNTING SEQUENCE !

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 R1 : 1K (1 - 0 - 2 - B)
 R2 : 100K (1 - 0 - 4 - B)
 R16 : 10K (1 - 0 - 3 - B)
 R17 : 10K (1 - 0 - 3 - B)
 R18 : 10K (1 - 0 - 3 - B)
 R19 : 10K (1 - 0 - 3 - B)
 R20 : 10K (1 - 0 - 3 - B)
Hint for R21 to R24
Modify the resistances marked RF
and RA to increase the input sen-
sitivity (more amplification).
The formula is:
amplification = (RF/RA) + 1
E.g. to double the amplification because
the input of the connecting device is too
weak, mount 100K for RF (R22 and
R23).
 R21 : 100K (1 - 0 - 4 - B)
 R22 : 1K (1 - 0 - 2 - B)
 R23 : 1K (1 - 0 - 2 - B)
 R24 : 100K (1 - 0 - 4 - B)
3. Resistors
R...
Construction
 D1 : 1N4007
 D2 : 1N4007
 D3 : 1N4007
 D4 : 1N4007
2. Diodes. Watch the polarity !
D...
CATHODE
 ZD1 : 9V1
 ZD2 : 9V1
1. Zenerdiodes. Watch the
polarity !
CATHODE
ZD...
Hint for R2 and R4:
To weaken the input (divide)
E.g. to connect the input with an ampli-
fier output.
Choose an inferior value for R2 and
R4.
The dividing factor = (R1/R2) + 1
E.g. a value of 100Ωfor RD (R2 and R4)
will divide the input by 11.
 R3 : 1K (1 - 0 - 2 - B)
 R4 : 100K (1 - 0 - 4 - B)
 R5 : 10 (1 - 0 - 0 - B)
 R6 : 10 (1 - 0 - 0 - B)
 R7 : 1K (1 - 0 - 2 - B)
 R8 : 1K (1 - 0 - 2 - B)
 R9 : 3K3 (3 - 3 - 2 - B)
 R10 : 1K (1 - 0 - 2 - B)
 R11 : 1K (1 - 0 - 2 - B)
 R12 : 10 (1 - 0 - 0 - B)
 R13 : 3K3 (3 - 3 - 2 - B)
 R14 : 3K3 (3 - 3 - 2 - B)
 R15 : 10K (1 - 0 - 3 - B)

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 C19 : 47µ F
 C20 : 47µ F
 C21 : 220µ F
 C22 : 220µ F
 IC1 : 8p
 IC2 : 8p
4. IC sockets, Watch the
position of the notch!
 LD1 : 5mm Red "Power"
6. LED. Watch the polarity !
COLOR= 2...5
LD...
CATHODE
Construction
 T1 : BC547
 T2 : BC557
7. Transistors
 C1 : 15pF (15)
 C2 : 15pF (15)
 C3 : 100pF (101)
 C4 : 100pF (101)

C5 : 4,7nF (472)

C6 : 4,7nF (472)

C7 : 4,7nF (472)

C8 : 4,7nF (472)

C9 : 47nF (473)

C10 : 47nF (473)
5. Capacitors.
c... C...
 SK1 : 3p AC input
8. Terminal block
 C11 : 47nF (473)
 C12 : 47nF (473)

C13 : 47nF (473)

C14 : 47nF (473)

C15 : 47nF (473)
 C16 : 47nF (473)
 C17 : 1µ F / 63V
 C18 : 1µ F / 63V
9. Electrolytic capacitors
C...

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Connect a 2 x 12V / min. 100mA transformer with power connector
SK1 (e.g. our 212007C). This is a 2 x 12V 3-wire transformer, 1 wire is
the common 0 and generally of another colour.
A transformer without connecting wires will be marked 12 – 0 – 12.
 SK2 : input
 SK3 : output
10. Dual RCA Jacks
 RV1 : A 50K (Volume)
 RV2 : B 50K (Bass)
 RV3 : B 50K (Treble)
11. Potentiometers
RV1
12. Test
100mA
12V
12V
0V
Construction

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Connect the mains voltage to the transformer; mount a 100mAT security fuse in series with the transformer.
Use a high-quality power cord and plug for the connection to the mains.
When the transformer is live, the LED will light.
 Disconnect from mains.
 Mount the ICs into the socket (mind the position of the notch)
 Reconnect the mains.
 Check if the LED lights.
 Connect a device with the input e.g. MP3 player, CD player.
 Connect the output with a power amplifier.
 Turn down the volume to its minimum.
 Switch on the power amplifier.
 Hint: you can also connect headphones instead of a power amplifier. You can use connections GND-TPR-
TPL; GND is the ground.
Test

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13. Building into a enclosure
Enclosure
To avoid hum, it is recommended to mount the K8084 and the transformer into a Metal housing.
Drill the holes for the connections and the potentiometers.
 Hint:You can drill the holes for the knobs or the potentiometers and mount the knob afterwards.
1 hole in the print (next to RV3) is provided to connect the earthing to the housing through the metal spacers
or bolts.
Hint:
 Mount the transformer as far away as possible from the circuit to avoid humming.
 It is recommended to leave this circuit under voltage; disconnect the voltage only when not in use for a
long time. Always switch off the power amplifier first before switching off the preamplifier.

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14. PCB
PCB

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15. Schematic diagram
diagram
3
2
8
4
1
TL072
IC2A
5
67
TL072
IC2B
4n7
C6
4n7
C5
47nF
C9
47nF
C10
470 µ /25-35V
C21
C22
50Klog
RV1A
50KLin
RV3A
50KLin
RV2A
50Klog
RV1B
50Klin
RV3B
50KLin
RV2B
3
2
8
4
1
TL072
IC1A
5
6
7
TL072
IC1B
1K
R3
1K
R10
3K3
R14
100K
R4
10K
R18
10K
R16
10K
R20
1K
R23
100K
R24
1K
R7
1K
R8
10R
R5
1K
R11
100p
C3
1uF
C18 15p
C1
100nF
C14
100nF
C13
GND
4n7
C8
4n7
C7
47nF
C11
47nF
C12
3K3
R13
10K
R17
10K
R15
10K
R19
10R
R6
15p
C2
GND
GND
GND
GND
GNDGNDGND
GND
GND
GND
GND
1K
R1
100K
R2
1K
R22
100K
R21
100p
C4
1uF
C17
G
ND
GND
GNDGND
GND
100nF
C16
GND
100nF
C15
GND
SCREW03
SK1
9V1
ZD2
9V1
ZD1
1N4007
D1
1N4007
D2
1N4007
D4
1N4007
D3
BC547
T1
BC557T2
C19
C20
+V
+V
-V
+V
-V
-V
AC 2 x 12V
AC
0
AC
In L
In R
Out L
Out R
RF
RA
Lower RD for input devide
Amplification= (RF/RA)+1
RD
RF
RA
RD
LED5RL
LD1
22K
R9
SK2A
SK2B
SK3A
SK3B
10R
R12
+V
-V
Power LED
Lower RD for input devide
Amplification= (RF/RA)+1
470
µ
/
25-35V

Modifications and typographical errors reserved
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H8084IP - 2007 - ED1 (rev.1.0)
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