CONNECTIONS & PRE-AMPLIFIER OPERATION
BEFORE CONNECTING . . . . . . .
Ensure that mains power to the various components of your audio system is switched off. Please note that audio con- necting leads are not supplied with this product.
OUTPUT CONNECTION
The CD Pre24 should be connected to an analogue amplifier input by audio cables with RCA/phono type plugs. These link the left and right PRE OUT sockets on the rear panel of the CD Pre to corresponding line input sockets on the amplifier. Do not use any sockets on the amplifier intended for “vinyl” phono cartridge input, as the sensi- tive circuit will overload, producing a severely distorted sound.
Alternatively, the DIGITAL OUTPUTS (coaxial or optical) can be used for connec- tion to suitable digital equipment.
All three types of output can be used for feeding different equipment at the same time, if required.
Note that the volume control only affects analogue audio line output to the amplifier, not digital or tape outputs.
INPUT CONNECTION
Analogue inputs are provided for three ana- logue line sources, and two digital (optical or
Do not connect both
Connect digital or optical input leads from the other audio sources in your system as required.
The internal
MAINS POWER CONNECTION
Insert the accessory IEC mains lead plug into the rear panel socket, and then the other end into a convenient wall outlet.
SWITCHING ON
Before applying mains power to other audio components, check that the volume control setting on the CD Pre24 is low (knob turned anticlockwise).
Press the power switch, and the front panel display will light to confirm that the unit is ready for use.
INPUT SOURCE SELECTION
Choose the required input source either by pressing the front panel function buttons or corresponding buttons on the remote control marked LINE 1, 2 or 3, or DIGITAL 1 or 2.
The appropriate front panel LED will then light to confirm your selection.
In the case of digital inputs, if no digital data is being received at the selected input socket, the associated LED will flash instead of remaining constant.
Turn the volume control to obtain the pre- ferred level of sound.
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