Perreaux SXV1 owner manual Gain Single Channel Block Diagram RIAA Equalisation Input Stage

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Gain

Gain

Single

Channel

Block

Diagram

RIAA Equalisation

Input Stage

PCB Layout

Earth

Isolation

With a gain range of +40dB to +73dB, the SXV1 is incredibly sensitive. Working in combination with the wide selection of R and C loading the user has no need for messy MM/MC jumpers as any type of cartridge can be matched via the external selectable DIP switch settings.

The RIAA uses robust equalization architecture with high precision, low noise resistors and highly linear metalised polyester capacitors for optimum signal transfer. RIAA deviation is ±0.5dB, 20Hz-20kHz, and from 100Hz-20kHz deviation is a mere ±0.2dB.

Perreaux have utilised the CA3046 transistor array package. The main advantage of this device is that it features highly accurate gain matching on account of the reason that the transistors all share the same silicon substrate. The CA3046 device provides a low noise but highly sensitive interface between cartridge and the RIAA EQ section. Coupled with accurate current mirroring circuitry and stable current sources, the circuit topology works in combination to make for sonic transparency.

Special attention has been lavished on the PCB layout. The unit is symmetrical in design (note the DIP switch numbers, they are a mirror of each other, and the input/output RCA configuration), with each channel being isolated from the other. The super clean custom designed power supply is physically segregated from the rest of the sensitive electronics.

Special attention has been paid to ground planes to maintain sonic purity. All signal grounding is isolated from mains earth.

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Contents Phono Preamplifier Module Owners Manual SilhouetteSXV1 Terms and product names in this document may be trademarks of others Event” Introducing thePerreaux Silhouette Series elusive goal of “The Perfect Re-Creation of a Musicalii Important Safety Instructions Table of Contents Introducing the Perreaux Silhouette SeriesUnpacking and Placement Configure SXV1 cartridge settings Instant InstallPlacement Turn off associated componentsSwitch on turntable Switch on preamplifier/amplifierSwitch on SXV1 CONGRATULATIONSRear Panel Functions Right Channel Cartridge Load Setting DIP SwitchLeft Channel Cartridge Load Setting DIP Switch Right and Left Phono InputsWhen operating the switch down, power is applied to the SXV1 Customising Your SXV1 Impedance Loading Gain Setting Table Capacitance LoadingOrtofon Kontrapunkt b specifications 5 Special Design Philosophies John Pawson writes Special Design Features Construction Circuit Topology The Power Supply R & C LoadingGain Single Channel Block Diagram RIAA Equalisation Input Stage PCB Layout Earth IsolationCare and Maintenance Warranty Information Registration Form Extended Warranty3 Year Extended Warranty Form S I L H O U E T T E S X VTroubleshooting Guide I can hear a hum coming through my speakers Interconnect cables damaged Tone arm set up incorrectlyMy speaker cones are moving excessively at low frequencies SXV1 is close to external interferenceAudio Connections 11SpecificationsSpecifications in Brief Other ConnectionsWidth The amount of headroom available over and above the Rated Output PO Box 47 Ponsonby Auckland New Zealand Contact DetailsFor more information please contact your Perreaux dealer, or contact Internet