Audionet PAM G2 User Manual

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PAM G2

Phono Preamplifier for MC / MM

User’s Manual

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Contents

1 Preface ......................................................................................... 5

1.1 Included ........................................................................................ 6

1.2 Transport....................................................................................... 6

2 Overview front panel .................................................................. 7

3 Overview back panel .................................................................. 8

4 Installation and power supply ................................................... 9

4.1 Placement ..................................................................................... 9

4.2 Mains connection ........................................................................ 10

4.3 External power supply EPS ........................................................ 10

5 Inputs and outputs .................................................................... 12

5.1 Inputs .......................................................................................... 12

5.2 Outputs ....................................................................................... 12

6 Usage .......................................................................................... 13

6.1 Powering up ................................................................................ 13

6.2 Switching on/off ......................................................................... 13

6.3 Control elements on the front panel ........................................... 13

6.4 Mains phase detection ................................................................ 14

6.5 Input selection ............................................................................ 14

7 Settings ...................................................................................... 15

7.1 Matching the pick-up's electrical characteristic .......................... 15

7.1.1 MM Systems ............................................................................... 16

7.1.2 MC Systems................................................................................ 16

7.1.3 Typical setups ............................................................................. 17

7.2 Factory defaults .......................................................................... 17

7.3 Further adjustments .................................................................... 17

7.3.1 Adjusting the input capacity ....................................................... 17

7.3.2 Resistance reduction ................................................................... 18

8 Technical information .............................................................. 19

8.1 Design ......................................................................................... 19

8.2 Power supply .............................................................................. 19

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8.3 Circuitry ...................................................................................... 19

9 Security advice .......................................................................... 20

10 Technical data ........................................................................... 21

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1 Preface

The Audionet Team congratulates you on your purchase of this unit.

Audionet components are no marketing products, they are authentic.
Conceived and developed with scientific inspiration, professional engi­neering expertise and a passion for achieving the perfect sound. They are
unique creations designed to inspire musical enjoyment and have an ex­cellent reputation amongst all connoisseurs throughout the world. Each
and every one of our precision-manufactured devices are individually
crafted at our factory located in Berlin, Germany by our experienced and
passionate workforce.

But before you start listening to your new Audionet PAM G2, please read
this manual carefully so you are able to use and enjoy all functions of this
unit without drawback on music quality.

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1.1 Included

Included you will find the following items:

· the phono preamplifier PAM G2

· the user's manual (that you are currently reading)

· one standard mains cord

· one green-yellow cord for an additional earth connection

1.2 Transport

Important

· Please transport the PAM G2 only in the included package.

· Always use the provided bag to prevent scratches on the casing.

· Please allow the PAM G2 to adapt to the climatic conditions in your

listening room before you switch on the unit for the first time after
transport.

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2 Overview front panel

power

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channel indicator