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TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................2 Welcome Product Overview ................................................................................................................................4 Circuitry .............................................................................................................................................5 Unpacking and Installation ..................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: The triangle with the lightning flash symbol displayed on the unit advises the user of dangerous un-insulated voltage inside the product’s enclosure. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. There are no userserviceable parts inside; it is recommended that only qualified personnel service this component.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 15. REPLACEMENT PARTS: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those having the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 16. SAFETY CHECK: Upon completion of any service or repairs to the unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to ensure the unit is in proper operating condition. 17.
WELCOME PRODUCT OVERVIEW We at Cary Audio Design would like to thank you for purchasing the new SLP 05 preamplifier. The following is an overview of the design characteristics of the SLP 05. The SLP 05 employs a fully balanced circuit topology, from input-to-output, that actively cancels external electrical and radio frequency noise picked up by audio cables.
WELCOME CIRCUITRY The SLP 05 is a no compromise line stage and headphone amp. The power supply is vacuum tube rectified and has a 5AR4 vacuum tube rectifier lying on its side inside the unit. The 5AR4 tube has a separate cathode from the filament so any position of mounting is proper. It was horizontally mounted to keep the power supply the same height as the preamplifier. The rectifier tube provides the high-voltage (B+) plate voltage.
WELCOME UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION Unpacking Your Cary Audio Design product was shipped in a carton particularly designed to protect its contents, and special care has been taken to prevent damage during shipping. Carefully remove your new component from its packing carton and examine it closely for signs of shipping damage. If shipping damage is discovered, document the damage with photographs, contact the transport carrier immediately, and retain the packing as evidence.
SPECIFICATIONS Operating the SLP 05 Preamplifier is a simple procedure since each unit is designed for longterm stability in virtually any home operating situation. However, if the unit is operated outside the parameters outlined in this owner’s manual, damage may occur. Please read this manual carefully before operating your new SLP 05 Preamplifier. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................................
SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................ AC Power Requirements 117 or 234 VAC @ 50 or 60 Hz ................................................................................................................................................ Consumption 75 Watts – Operation, 25 Watts - Standby ................................................................................
CONTROLS FRONT PANEL PREAMPLIFIER 1. POWER LED (blue) The blue power LED will light to indicate that the 12 VDC voltage is applied to the input and output selector PC boards. The PC boards control the operation of the SLP 05. 2. READY LED (red) Indicates that the SLP 05 preamplifier has gone through the initial bias timing delay and is now ready to operate. Generally this action will take about 60 to 90 second to complete after initial turn on. 3.
CONTROLS 6. TAPE/MONITOR In the UP position this bat handle switch will activate the input jack on the rear panel labeled tape-in. This may be used for a tape recorder or for any other line level input.. 7. ON/HEADPHONES In the UP position will engage the headphone amplifier in the SLP 05. You should turn off your power amplifier when listening to the headphone section. Headphones in the 30 to 300 ohm impedance range will work well with the transformer coupled headphone section. 8.
CONTROLS REAR PANEL PREAMPLIFIER Special Note: The balanced input and output XLR connectors follow the ITT Cannon pin out configuration. This pin-out calls for the shield to be wired to pin #1. The normal- phase (hot) is wired to pin #2. Pin #3 is the inverted phase. 1. CINEMA INPUT FROM PROCESSOR – RIGHT RCA 2. CINEMA INPUT FROM PROCESSOR – RIGHT XLR 3. TAPE INPUT– RIGHT RCA 4. TAPE OUTPUT– RIGHT RCA 5. SERIAL NUMBER 6. TAPE OUTPUT– LEFT RCA 7. TAPE INPUT– LEFT RCA 8.
CONTROLS 13. AUX2 INPUT – RIGHT CHANNEL RCA 14. AUX3 INPUT – RIGHT CHANNEL RCA 15. XLR OUTPUT– RIGHT CHANNEL 16. RCA OUTPUT– RIGHT CHANNEL 17. POWER SUPPLY– 6 FOOT CABLE CONNECTOR 18. RCA OUTPUT– LEFT CHANNEL 19. XLR OUTPUT– LEFT CHANNEL 20. AUX3 INPUT – LEFT CHANNEL RCA 21. AUX2 INPUT – LEFT CHANNEL RCA 22. AUX1 INPUT – LEFT CHANNEL RCA 23. XLR2 INPUT – LEFT CHANNEL 24. XLR1 INPUT – LEFT CHANNEL FRONT PANEL POWER SUPPLY 1. PLATE VOLTAGE METER (210 VDC) NOMINAL 2.
CONTROLS REAR PANEL POWER SUPPLY 1. REMOTE TRIGGER +14 VOLTS FOR POWER AMPLIFIERS 2. REMOTE TRIGGER +14 VOLTS FOR POWER AMPLIFIERS 3. 1A SLOW BLOW FUSE 4. AC POWER JACK 5. 1A SLOW BLOW FUSE 6. CONNECTION TO PREAMPLIFIER 7. 120v/50Hz-60Hz 8. 240v/50Hz-60Hz 9.
CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL 1. VOLUME UP 2. VOLUME DOWN 3.
OPERATION BASIC OPERATION The operation of your new SLP 05 is straight forward and not complicated. You may wish to stack the preamplifier on top of the matching power supply. Indentations on the top panel of the SLP 05 power supply will accommodate this set up. You certainly may separate the two units as well. The multi-conductor power cable is 6 foot in length to allow a separate location of the power supply. Operation can start after all interconnects and power cables have been installed.
SERVICE AND CARE CARE AND CLEANING Unplug the unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Clean the cabinet housing and front panel of the SLP 05 with a soft cloth and a glass cleaner (such as Windex). The frequency of cleaning will vary based on the cleanliness of the environment and the number of hours the SLP 05 is operated. Do not use solvents or harsh chemicals to clean the preamplifier. They may remove the labels or lettering from the chassis. Avoid letting the component become dusty or wet.
SERVICE AND CARE TUBE PLACEMENT CHART Refer to the diagram below for the location of the tubes and their functions. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
LIMITED WARRANTY Cary Audio Warrants to the original United States purchaser for use in the United States the Following Cary Audio Products for the Periods Indicated: 1. Power Amplifiers, Integrated Amplifiers, Surround Sound Processors, and Preamplifiers have a three (3) year parts and labor warranty from the date of the original purchase from Cary Audio. 2.
LIMITED WARRANTY What Will We Pay For? We will pay for all labor and material expenses for items covered by the warranty. Payment of shipping charges is discussed in the next section of this warranty. How You Can Get Service? In the event that the owner needs to return the unit to Cary Audio for service or repair of a possible defect, he must follow the following steps: 1.
LIMITED WARRANTY How State Law Relates to the Warranty Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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