TRUE systems P-SOLO Ribbon SINGLE-CHANNEL PRECISION RIBBON MICROPHONE PREAMPLIFIER with Direct Instrument Input OPERATION MANUAL Version 1.
SAFETY and OPERATING PRECAUTIONS Important Information: This symbol indicates the presence of dangerous voltage within the product enclosure that presents the risk of electric shock injury. When this symbol appears next to an operation discussed in this manual, only qualified technical personnel should perform that operation. This symbol indicates important operating or maintenance instructions that should be read carefully.
CERTIFICATIONS Declaration of Conformity – CE Sunrise Engineering and Design Inc. hereby declares the TRUE Systems P-SOLO Ribbon single-channel microphone preamplifier to be in material conformity with the following directives and related standards: 73/23/EEC – Low Voltage Directive 89/336/EEC – EMC Directive EN60065:1998 EN55103-1: 1997 EN55103-2: 1997 Technical files are maintained at corporate headquarters of Sunrise Engineering and Design Inc., 1630 S.
P-SOLO Ribbon OPERATION MANUAL CONTENTS SAFETY and OPERATING PRECAUTIONS..............…………....…....2 CERTIFICATIONS…..…………………………………………………………...3 Owner’s Record………………………………………………………………….3 Table of Contents……………………………………………………………….4 INTRODUCTION….......................................................................…………..5 PRODUCT OVERVIEW…..................................................................……..5 UP-AND-RUNNING IN A HURRY................................................……….5 INSTALLATION.......
P-SOLO Ribbon OPERATION MANUAL INTRODUCTION The P-SOLO Ribbon is designed to provide the detailed, transparent sonic performance necessary for the most critical recording and live sound applications. It’s unique desktop enclosure saves space and makes it easy to transport and connect to any recording or live sound system. This preamp is optimized for use with ribbon microphones. It provides accurate and detailed performance with dynamic microphones, as well.
P-SOLO Ribbon OPERATION MANUAL If you’re using the DI for electric instrument input: 1. Connect your instrument cables to the INSTRUMENT (DI) connector on the front panel. Any microphones plugged into MIC IN will be automatically de-selected NOTE: DO NOT use TRS plugs for this input, as the DI will not function correctly. 2. Adjust GAIN control for adequate signal level as indicated on the P-SOLO Ribbon level indicators or on the level indicators of the device to which it is connected.
P-SOLO Ribbon OPERATION MANUAL OPERATION Connections CAUTION Balanced Mic In RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION MIC IN RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OVRIR TRUE Systems P-SOLO R ibbon XLR Out Fuse Drawer 9W 115/230 V 115 I Main Power Switch TRS Out 50-60 Hz For continued protection against fire, replace only with same type fuse: 115 T 125 mA L, 250V 0 Voltage Selector (inside) BALANCED OUT SUNRISE ENGINEERING AND DESIGN INC. TUCSON, ARIZONA U.S.A.
P-SOLO Ribbon OPERATION MANUAL Microphone Connection: Microphone connection is made to an XLR MIC IN receptacle on the rear panel. The wiring configuration used for the microphone connectors on the P-SOLO Ribbon is: Pin 2 is positive (+) Pin 3 is negative (-) Pin 1 is shield Do not attempt to connect unbalanced microphones to the P-SOLO Ribbon. It is not intended to operate with this type of microphone.
P-SOLO Ribbon OPERATION MANUAL quality connectors (Neutrik, Switchcraft, etc.). Avoid excessive cable length. Replace damaged connectors. Front Panel Controls TRUE s y s te m s HPF 80 Hz HIGH GAIN OL +12 P -S O LO R ibbon p r e c is io n r ib b o n m ic r o p h o n e p rea m p +4 SIG INP ATTEN POWER INSTRUMENT GAIN Control (big knob) is used to set the appropriate signal level. Normal microphone gain range is 15.5dB to 70dB.
P-SOLO Ribbon OPERATION MANUAL gain range is 21.5dB to 76dB. In the INP ATTEN mode, the P-SOLO Ribbon is set to a fixed gain of 12dB. The INP ATTEN mode affects both mic and instrument inputs. HPF High Pass Filter selector. Use this to reduce undesirable low frequency background noise. The 80Hz setting is appropriate for many musical and voice applications. Note that use of the HPF will most likely not eliminate the need for a pop screen for close-mic’d vocal use.
P-SOLO Ribbon OPERATION MANUAL DESIGN APPROACH P-SOLO Ribbon features a high-voltage composite architecture with discrete devices plus integrated circuits. The totally balanced, dual servo, dc-coupled design provides exceptional transient response, headroom, imaging and noise performance. Military grade, hand-matched components are utilized in critical circuit areas. These design features result in the transparent, detailed sound quality for which TRUE preamps have become known.
P-SOLO Ribbon OPERATION MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING Solution Symptom No signal output. Main power switch is on, but no LED’s are illuminated. No signal output. Main power switch is on and some LED’s are illuminated. Output signal is distorted. Outputs are connected for balanced operation. Output signal is distorted. Outputs are connected for unbalanced operation. Check AC power source and cord.
P-SOLO Ribbon OPERATION MANUAL REGISTRATION and WARRANTY Don’t forget to register your P-SOLO Ribbon by filling out the enclosed Registration Card and returning it to us. This allows TRUE Systems to contact you regarding any updates, upgrades or applications information that may become available. SUNRISE ENGINEERING and DESIGN INC.
P-SOLO Ribbon OPERATION MANUAL There are no user-serviceable components inside the product enclosure. Many of the electronic components are selected and matched at the factory. For this reason, as well as personal safety considerations, we recommend that you refer servicing to TRUE Systems. If you choose to have repairs performed by other qualified service personnel, we recommend they contact us prior to performing repairs. We will be happy to advise them of any special repair considerations.
