Parasound P/PH-100 Owner's manual

Brand: Parasound

Model: P/PH-100

Type: Owner's manual

Parasound P/PH-100 is a phono preamplifier designed to boost the output of a moving magnet or moving coil magnetic phonograph cartridge to drive line-level inputs. It provides precise equalization and gain for use with any "line drive" preamplifier, receiver, or surround processor.

With its compact size and up-to-date design, P/PH-100 offers modern state-of-the-art parts and circuitry. It features an input sensitivity of 2 mV, an input impedance of 47 k ohms, and an input overload of 220 mV at 1 kHz. The RIAA accuracy is 0.25 dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, and the signal-to-noise ratio is 72 dB with a 5 mV input reference.

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O W N E R ' S M A N U A L

P/PH-100 Phono Preamplifier

Congratulations on your purchase of this precision component and thank you for your selection of

Parasound. We designed your Parasound P/PH-100 to boost the output of a moving magnet or moving coil

magnetic phonograph cartridge in order to drive line level inputs. Please take time to review this manual to

take complete advantage of your new P/PH-100’s capabilities.

Product Overview

With the market dominance of compact discs, most manufacturers now design their preamplifiers and

receivers without the extra preamplifier gain stage and RIAA equalization phono cartridges require. People

who still enjoy listening to their record collections have had to settle for using the often outdated phono

preamp stage in their bulky older equipment. The P/HP-100 is compact and up-to-date, using modern state

of the art parts and circuitry to provide precise equalization and gain for use with any “line drive”

preamplifier, receiver or surround processor.

Unpacking the P/PH-100

You should find the following items within the packing carton:

〈 The P/PH-100

〈 An 18AWG audiophile-grade AC cord

〈 This manual

Save your carton and packing inserts for safe transport in case you move or the unit ever requires repair.

Before shipping the unit, be sure to pack it into an additional outer carton for protection. We recommend

using only the included audiophile-grade AC cord.

Placement of your P/PH-100

Your P/PH-100 may be located with your other audio/video components, or even out of sight since it has no

controls. However, take care to locate your P/PH-100 away from AC power cords which might induce hum

and noise. Similarly, it is best to keep it removed from power amplfiers whose transformers might radiate a

powerful hum field. The P/PH-100 generates virtually no heat and does not require ventilation.

P/PH-100 Phono Preamplifier

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Making Connections to your P/PH-100

Input Connections

Connect your turntable’s left and right channel plugs to the left and right input jacks on your P/PH-100.

Connect your turntable’s separate ground wire to the GND (ground) terminal on your P/PH-100.

Output Connections

Make sure your system power is turned off before connecting to your preamp. As a further precaution,

turn its volume control to its minimum position.

Connect the left and right output jacks on your P/PH-100 to the desired line (or “high level") input on

your preamplifier or receiver. Line level inputs are typically called CD, Tuner, Aux, Tape Play.

If your preamp or receiver has a tape monitor input, you can also use this, provided it is not already

connected to your tape deck.

After making connections, make sure the plugs are inserted securely and the GND terminal is tight to

prevent cables or ground wire from becoming loose and disconnected. Note: in rare instances,

connecting the ground wire may increase rather than decrease hum.

AC Connections

Connect the supplied AC cord from the AC inlet of the P/PH-100 to a nearby AC wall outlet or other

AC outlet. Your P/PH-100 is intended to be left on at all times and its power consumption is

insignificant. You don’t need to worry about switching it on and off with the rest of your system.

Drawing # 1: Rear Panel Connections

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

120 Vac/60 Hz 5 W

GND

P/PH-100 Phono Preamplifier

Parasound Products, Inc.

San Francisco, CA USA

Input Output

IEC Receptacle

and Fuse Holder

Do Not Exceed

Ori

inal Fuse Value

Fuse

Holder

Output Connectors

Ground Connector

Input Connectors

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Setting Gain Levels for Your P/PH-100

The gain of your P/PH-100 is normally set for use with a moving magnet or high output moving coil

cartridge. These types of cartridges typically have an output level ranging from 1 to 5 millivolts You

can adjust the gain of your P/PH-100 to adequately amplify the very small signal level from moving coil

cartridges that range from 0.15 to 2.5 millivolts. This gain adjustment is accomplished by moving an

internal jumper for each channel. To set the gain for a low output (moving coil) cartridge, insert the

jumper into the 2 and 3 position. To set the gain for a high output (moving magnet) cartridge, insert the

jumper into the 1 and 2 position. Refer to the specifications for your phono cartridge for optimum gain

setting of your P/PH-100.

Rewiring Your P/PH-100 For 220 - 240 Vac Operation

Your P/PH-100 may be rewired for operation abroad. This involves changing wires on the primary side

of the power transformer. Please refer this voltage conversion to a qualified electronics technician to

avoid possible injury or damage to your P/PH-100.

For 100-120 Vac operation, the white wire is connected to one side of the AC line and the brown wire is

connected to the other; there is no connection to the red wire which is insulated for safety. For

220-240 Vac operation, the white wire is connected to one side of the AC line and the red wire is

connected to the other; there is no connection to the brown wire which is insulated for safety.

N/C

100-120 V Operation

Red

Brown

White

220-240 V Operation

Red

Brown

White

Transformer

Primary Wires

123321

High Gain

(Moving Coil Setting) R. Channel L. Channel

123321

Normal Gain

(Moving Magnet Setting) R. Channel L. Channel

Drawing # 2: Setting Gain with Internal Jumpers

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Parasound Limited Warranty (USA only)

Parasound Products, Inc. warrants products purchased from authorized Parasound Dealers and Custom

Installers to the original owner for two years from the date of purchase. In the event of a defect in

materials or workmanship, the product will be repaired promptly without charge. At Parasound’s option,

product may be replaced with new product of equal or superior value to the defective product according

to the condition that it was received by Parasound.

The warranty excludes parts subject to normal wear such as fuses, laser pickups, or cosmetic parts.

The warranty also excludes damage resulting from abuse, shipping damages, failure to use products

within specifications or instructions.

The warranty is void in the event of unauthorized repair or modification, removal or defacing of the

serial number.

Dealer stock will be warranted to a maximum of 2 years from date of purchase.

In no case will Parasound accept warranty claims for any purchaser’s unit after 38 months from date of

original dealer’s purchase from Parasound.

For Returns: Call, write, or fax Parasound’s Technical Services Department. If it is decided that the

unit should be returned for inspection at Parasound, it must be packed in its original carton as well as an

additional outer carton. A Return Authorization (RA) number will be issued which must appear on the

outer carton. A note stating the nature of the defect should accompany the unit. Units that arrive with

evidence of mispacking (internal rattling, damaged carton) will be refused by Parasound.

Parasound Products, Inc. 950 Battery Street, San Francisco, CA 94111

415-397-7100 / FAX 415-397-0144

P/PH-100 Specifications

Input Sensitivity: 2 mV

Input Impedance: 47 k ohms

Input Overload: 220 mV, 1 kHz

RIAA Accuracy: 0.25 dB, 20 Hz - 20 kHz

SIgnal to Noise Ratio: 72 dB, ref. 5 mV input

Circuit Power Requirement: 120 V/60 Hz, 5W

Dimensions: 9 1/2" W x 1 3/4" H (2" with feet) x 7" D

Net Weight: 2 1/2 lb.

Specifications subject to change or improvement without notice

Parasound P/PH-100 Owner's manual

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