Perreaux SM6 MKII Manuel utilisateur

Prisma

SM6 MkII

Balanced Preamplifier

Owners Manual

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expressly contained in the warranty detailed herein. The Company assumes no responsibility for

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Introducing the Perreaux

SM6 MkII Preamplifier

Con ratulations on your Perreaux SM 6 MkII

purchase. To realise the full

potential of your unit you need to appreciate all aspects of its operation.

Before installin the SM6 M kII

into your system, read the entire manual

carefully. Endeavour

to understand every detail by familiarisin yourself with

the controls and features as you read. You will find it easier to install usin the

relevant sections of this manual as a reference.

We have attempted to explain every feature and operation

facet clearly and

concisely. Your Perreaux dealer will be happy to assist if you encounter any

unforeseen problems.

Read this manual, install your unit correctly and realise the sonic si nificance of

your investment in Perreaux.

Perreaux products are desi

ned to provide the utmost in sonic realism and

electronic reliability with a functional yet ele ant appearance that reflects the

care and craftsmanship applied durin all sta es of construction.

Features at a

Glance

 Ru ed build quality

 Truly balanced circuit desi n

 Discrete Class-A amplification throu hout

 Multiple re ulated power supplies

 Infrared (IR) full function remote control

 Precision volume control

 Dual preamplifier outputs

 Home theatre bypass

 Remote tri er outputs

 Advanced PCB desi n and earthin techniques

To maintain the consistently hi h quality that you expect from us, and we expect

from ourselves, Perreaux products are essentially handcrafted.

We maintain the human-

link throu hout, from desi n and construction, throu h

to the ultimate test, your music, your system, your ears.

Because we too listen to our products, we know that with your Perreaux you will

discover many more of the musical secrets we strive to reveal.

From all of us at Perreaux Industries Limited, thank you for choosin th

Perreaux Prisma Series SM 6 MkII preamplifier.

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Important Safety Instructions

Note:

All safety and operation instructions should be read carefully before the

SM6 is operated. Keep the Owners Manual in a safe place for future

reference.

 The SM 6 should not be used near water, for example near a bathtub,

kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimmin pool, etc.

 Mountin to a wall or ceilin should be via a heavy-duty bracket or shelf

desi ned for audio equipment use.

 The SM 6 should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators,

stoves, or other appliances that produce excessive amounts of heat.

 DO NOT place the SM 6 directly onto carpeted surfaces.

 Avoid exposin the SM 6 to extremely hi h or low temperatures.

 The SM 6 should be connected to a mains power supply only of the type

described in the operatin instructions, or as marked on the rear of the

unit.

 DO NOT disconnect the mains earth from the system.

 The mains power supply cord should be routed so that it is not likely to

be walked on or pinched by items placed on or a ainst it.

 The power cord of the SM 6 should be unplu ed from the mains outlet

when the unit is to be left unused for lon periods or when attemptin to

connect or disconnect cables and before cleanin your unit.

 Care should be taken so that objects and/or liquids do not accidentally

fall inside the SM6.

 Please keep electrical equipment out of reach of children.

 Please unplu sensitive electronic equipment durin electrical storms.

 Please replace any fuse with the value and type specified.

 Avoid operatin the SM 6 with the cover removed.

 DO NOT bypass any fuse.

 DO NOT attempt to repair the SM6. In the event of a problem, please

contact your Perreaux dealer.

 DO NOT operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.

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Table of Contents

Introducing the Perreaux SM6 Preamplifier...............................................................3

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Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................4

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Ta le of Contents ..............................................................................................................5

Unpacking and Placement..............................................................................................6

Instant Install......................................................................................................................7

Front Panel Functions......................................................................................................9

Rear Panel Functions..................................................................................................... 11

Remote Control Functions........................................................................................... 15

Special Design Philosophies ........................................................................................ 18

Special Design Features................................................................................................ 20

Maximising System Potential ...................................................................................... 21

Care and Maintainance................................................................................................ 23

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Warranty Information and O taining Service........................................................ 24

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Extended Warranty Registration Form.................................................................... 25

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Faultfinding Your System............................................................................................. 26

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Specifications................................................................................................................... 31

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Physical Dimensions ...................................................................................................... 35

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Contact Details................................................................................................................ 36

Unpacking and Placement

The SM 6 is packa ed for maximum protection. Please carefully read the

instructions below before proceedin to unpack the unit. Be extremely careful.

Unpacking

Procedure

 Inspect both ends of the cardboard box and open at the end without the

central staple by slittin the reinforced tape at either side.

 Fold back the flaps and tip the packa e on end and the inner box will

slide out.

 Lay the inner box down flat and upri ht, open it conventionally by

separatin the top tray from the bottom.

 The product can now be removed from the bottom packa in . This will

be easier if you have someone to help you by holdin the base of the

box.

 Alternately, the bottom tray and preamplifier could be tipped upside

down and the bottom packa in removed. If opened in this manner,

please ensure that you turn the contents over a ain.

Note:

Be very careful to secure the unit if you are planning to flip the pac age

upside down.

 Remove the two rey foam protectors off either side of the unit, leavin

the black material coverin .

 Pull back the material and remove the protective membrane from the

front panel.

The preamplifier is now unpacked and ready for further installation.

Note:

Please retain all pac aging material for future transport.

Box

Contents

1 x SM 6 MkII Preamplifier 1 x Screwdriver

1 x SM 6 MkII Product manual 2 x Remote tri er leads

1 x Perreaux remote control 1 x Detachable AC power cord

2 x AAA batteries 3 x Performance analysis charts

Placing

Your SM6

The SM6 should enerally be placed close to your amplifier, keepin the

interconnect cablin short. Position all the separate components of your system

close enou h to your SM 6 to avoid havin to stretch or extend any of the

interconnect cables.

As a “rule of thumb”, allow 80-100mm (3-

4 inches) around all sides of the

product and mount the SM 6 on a flat surface, ensurin that the unit has adequate

access to free flowin air.

Do not place auxiliary equipment directly on top of the SM 6.

Do not place the SM6 directly atop a power amplifier.

Please do not cover the product with a cloth or similar.

Instant Install

If you are like us, the first thin you will want to do is to play your favourite

piece of music throu h your new SM 6. The followin inst

ructions are written to

enable you to achieve this as quickly as possible. These are not comprehensive

instructions, but are desi ned to enable you to play music now!

Note:

Please ta e the time to read the SM6 manual thoroughly as it

incorporates many features, which will enhance its operation.

Placement

The SM6 is a reference preamplifier and best results will be achieved when

placed on a solid surface with adequate ventilation. DO NOT place on

carpeted floor or cover the preamplifier!

Turn off associated components

This minimises the potential to dama e any other components when connectin

your SM 6 into the system.

Connect SM6 to power amplifier

Connect the balanced (XLR) or unbalanced (RCA) outputs of your SM6 to the

appropriate inputs at the rear of your power amplifier.

Note:

Try to eep all interconnect cables as far from loudspea er cables as

possible and well away from all AC mains leads.

Connect source component to SM6

Connect the relevant output of your source component to either the b

alanced

(XLR) or unbalanced (RCA) inputs of your SM 6.

Note:

Be sure to set the Balanced I

nput switch to the appropriate position, ON

if using the balanced (XLR) inputs and OFF if using the unbalanced (RCA)

inputs.

Switch on source component

Turn on the

source component and make sure you have some pro ram material

ready to play.

Switch on SM6

After checkin the supply volta e compatibility with the volta e ratin on the

SM 6 rear panel, insert the power cord-

set supplied into the rear of the unit and

int

o the wall. Switch on the socket at the wall and power up the SM 6 usin the

switch on the rear panel.

Switch on power amplifier

Turn on your power amplifier.

Test for undesira le noises

Without any pro ram source material, slowly increase the SM6 vol

ume listenin

for any undesirable noises. After establishin that there are no problems, return

the SM6 volume level back to zero.

Play your source material

Start your source material playin .

Increase the volume

Slowly increase the volume on the SM 6 to achieve a comfortable listenin level.

CONGRATULATIONS!

Now that you have achieved your first objective, sit back, relax and please read

the rest of the manual at your own pace, in your favourite armchair, whilst

sippin a lass of wine. You’ll find the wh

ole experience much more

pleasurable whilst listenin to music.

Front Panel Functions

Volume Control and Stand y

Volume Control

When either button is depressed, they

will alter the volume settin . The volume

adjustment ran e is 00 – 59 (-95dB to +18dB), with 47 indicatin 0dB.

Standby

Pressin simultaneously will put the SM 6 into standby,

disconnectin all power

supplies except the di ital power supply for the microcontroller and turnin off

the remote tri er outputs. The selected input and balance settin s are saved.

Standby is indicated by a sin le dot on the display and operation can be resumed

by pressin buttons simultaneously a ain.

Refer to Chapter 5 “Remote Control Functions”, for further details on volume

and standby controls.

Alphanumeric Display

The display will illuminate when the power is turned on at the mains power

switch or when various remote or front panel adjustments are made. At turn-

on,

the display will illuminate with 00 and default to the input

selected at the last

standby cycle.

Source Select and Mute

Source Select

When either button is depressed, they scroll throu h the source inputs.

The order of source inputs and display indication is as follows:

Source Input Display

Input A IA

Input B IB

Input C IC

Input D (HT Loop) HT

Input E IE

Input F IF

Caution!

Input D (HT Loop) fixes the output to 0dB,

as it is a home theatre bypass.

Please ensure the level is suitably attenuated by the upstream processor

or receiver before selecting this input.

Note:

The source selecto

r has six positions and supplies the chosen source to

the Pre/Balanced outputs and Tape outputs. If source

input E or F is

selected, no signal is supplied to its applicable Tape

output to avoid the

potentially damaging feed bac loop which can occur if in

advertently

attempting to record and playbac the same source simultaneously.

Mute

Pressin the buttons simultaneously will mute the volume

, indicated by “MU”

on the display. M ute can be cancelled by pressin the buttons simultaneously

a ain, or increasin

the volume settin . The volume settin can be decreased

whilst the volume remains muted.

Note:

The mute function still operates when

source input D (home theatre

bypass) is selected.

Refer to Chapter 5 “Remote Control Functions”, for further details

on source

select and mute controls.

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