200/200P

OWNERS MANUAL

PERREAUX Model 200P

PERREAUX INDUSTRIES LTD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF THIS PRODUCT.

Designed and Manufactured in

Nuclear Free New Zealand

Perreaux Industries Ltd

PO Box 47- 413

Ponsonby

Auckland

NEW ZEALAND

Tel:

+64 9 815 5452

Fax:

+64 9 815 5981

E-mail:

info@perreaux.com

Website:

www.perreaux.com

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your PERREAUX Model 200P purchase. To realise the full potential of your Perreaux you need to appreciate all aspects of its operation.

Before installing the 200P into your system, read the entire manual carefully. Endeavour to understand every detail by familiarising yourself with the controls and features as you read. You will find it easier to install using the relevant sections of this manual as a reference.

We have attempted to explain every feature and operation facet clearly and concisely. Your Perreaux dealer will be happy to assist if you encounter any unforeseen problems.

Read this manual, install your 200P correctly and realise the sonic significance of your investment in Perreaux.

Perreaux products are designed to provide the utmost in sonic realism and electronic reliability with a functional yet elegant appearance, that reflects the care and craftsmanship applied during all stages of construction.

To maintain the consistently high quality that you expect from us, and we expect from ourselves, Perreaux products are essentially hand-crafted.

We maintain the human-link throughout, from design and construction, through to the ultimate test, your music, your system, your ears.

Because we too listen to our products we know that with your Perreaux you will discover many more of the musical secrets we strive to reveal.

Note: All references to Models 200iP are also applicable to Model 200i Classic series

product other than the front panel cleaning instructions .

Care should be taken to avoid the use of solvents for cleaning particularly on plated Classic series products. Use only a soft cleaning cloth with a mild solution of non caustic detergent if necessary. Non plated Classic series products may be cleaned with a polish designed for use on aluminium.

CONTENTS

Safety Instructions

2

Important Information

3

Front Panel Description of Functions

3, 3

Rear Panel Description of Functions

3, 4

Connections

4

Installation and Operation Procedures

4, 5

Installation and Operation Precautions

5

Mains/Line Voltage

6

Mains/Line Fuse

6

Rail Fuses

6

Serial Number

6

Specifications

6

WARNING: THE 200P IS A HIGH POWERED CONVECTION COOLED AMPLIFIER. THE FINNED OUTER HEAT SINKS MAY BECOME VERY HOT WHEN DELIVERING HIGH VOLUME LEVELS - TO AVOID INJURY CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN NOT TO TOUCH THE HEAT SINKS DURING OPERATION.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.Read Instructions

All safety and operation instructions should be read before the 200P is operated. Keep the Owners Manual in a safe place for future reference.

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