PRE116/126 User Manual www.audac.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This manual is put together with much care, and is as complete as could be on the publication date. However, updates on the specifications, functionality or software may have occurred since publication. To obtain the latest version of both manual and software, please visit the Audac website @ www.audac.eu.
Index Introduction 5 Precautions 6 Safety requirements 6 Caution servicing 6 EC Declaration of Conformity 6 Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) 7 Caution 7 Chapter 1: Pin connections and connectors 9 Connection standards 9 Chapter 2: Front & rear panel 10 Front panel overview 10 Front panel description 10 Rear panel overview 11 Rear panel description 11 Chapter 3: Additional information 14 Techni
Introduction 6-Channel stereo preamplifiers The PRE1xx series are simple but versatile preamplifiers, offering a multifunctional solution for installations where multiple voice and music sources need to be mixed to one or two (only PRE126) output zones. The stereo design with six inputs allows connecting any type of audio source such as microphones, portable devices with Bluetooth and various balanced or unbalanced line level audio sources.
Precautions READ FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY ALWAYS KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. NEVER THROW THEM AWAY ALWAYS HANDLE THIS UNIT WITH CARE HEED ALL WARNINGS FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS NEVER EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN, MOISTURE, ANY DRIPPING OR SPLASHING LIQUID. AND NEVER PLACE AN OBJECT FILLED WITH LIQUID ON TOP OF THIS DEVICE. DO NOT PLACE THIS UNIT IN AN ENCLOSED ENVIRONMENT SUCH AS A BOOKSHELF OR CLOSET. ENSURE THERE IS ADEQUATE VENTILATION TO COOL THE UNIT.
WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (WEEE) The WEEE marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with regular houshold waste at the end of its life cycle. This regulation is created to prevent any possible harm to the environment or human health. This product is developed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and/or reused. Please dispose this product at your local collection point or recycling centre for electrical and electronic waste.
Chapter 1 Pin connections and connectors CONNECTION STANDARDS The in- and output connections for AUDAC audio equipment are performed corresponding to international wiring standards for professional audio equipment. Cinch (RCA): For unbalanced line input connections Tip: Signal White: Left Sleeve: Red: Ground Right XLR: For balanced signal input connections Pin 1: Ground Pin 2: Signal + Pin 3: Signal - 3-Pin Terminal Block: For balanced signal input & link output connections.
Chapter 2 Front & rear panel Front panel overview AUX /Bluetooth /AUX AUX / Bluetooth / AUX Front panel description Input mixing controls: Using the input mixing controls, the individual level for each input can be adjusted. Each input control is provided with a clip indicator LED which illuminates when the maximum level (clipping) is almost reached. To ensure the best signal-to-noise ratio, illumination of this indicator should only occur at peak levels.
3.5 mm Jack input (CH4): A 3.5 mm jack input connection is provided on the front panel of the unit besides the channel 4 mixing control. This input is an unbalanced stereo line input, mixed with the rear panel input of channel 4. Any portable device (such as laptop, smartphone or tablet) with 3.5 mm jack audio output can be connected to this easy accessible input.
at presence of a contact closure between the terminal and the ground. This contact is convenient for situations where a separate emergency system is installed and complete background music muting is required at occasion of a (fire) alarm. The emergency system contact outputs can be connected to this contact input. Bluetooth pairing button contact: A Bluetooth pairing button contact is provided allowing connection of an optional Bluetooth pairing button module.
Balanced microphone inputs: Balanced mono sources (e.g. microphones) can be connected to inputs mic 1 and mic 2 which are implemented using XLR connectors. They are fitted with a gain control potentiometer whereby the sensitivity can be adjusted within a range of -6 dB ~ -50 dB. These inputs are fitted with a three-band tone control, allowing signal equalization within a range of ± 15 dB.
Chapter 3 Additional information Technical specifications Inputs Mic 1 & 2 Type Balanced microphone Connector Female XLR Sensitivity -6 dB ~ -50 dB Other 3-Band tone control Phantom power (15V DC) Talkover Channel 1 Type Balanced stereo line Connector Female XLR (2x) Sensitivity +4 dB ~ -20 dB Other Mono / Stereo switch Channel 2 to 4 Type Connector Sensitivity Unbalanced stereo line Female RCA (2x) +4 dB ~ -20 dB B
Indicators Power Clip (input & output) Output VU Power supply Type Switching mode Range 100-240V AC - 50/60 Hz Power consumption 12 Watt Dimensions (W x H x D) 482 x 44 x 330 mm Unit height 1 HE Weight 4.
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