AudioSource AMPONE-A User Manual

PreOne/A

Outboard Processor Configuration

When using an outboard processor, such as a graphic equalizer, follow this simple chain.

PreOne/A

Stereo Preamplifier

Owner’s Manual

Stereo Preamplifier

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Congratulations on your purchase. Please take a few moments to read this manual, and retain it for reference. The Pre One/A is the control center for your audiovideo system. It features versatile switching and dubbing capabilities, with six inputs for line level components. Two sets of master line outputs allow for either a direct subwoofer connection or multiple amplifiers. Two AC power inputs permit direct connection of system components. The Pre One/A carries a full, two year, transferrable warranty.

Front Panel Controls

Power

This front panel button switches the unit on or off. A multicolore d LED indicates its power status.

Input Selector Buttons (Tape, Tu n e r , Aux, CD, DVD, LD)

Press any of these buttons to select the input source. The red LED indicates your selection. These buttons correspond to the wiring on the back panel, so the CD button, for example, selects the unit plugged into the CD input. The tape button activates a tape loop, allowing you to use a signal processor (graphic equalizer, surround sound processor, etc.). The tape button can be on while another button is also selected, allowing you to equalize or process CD’s, videotapes, radio broadcasts, or other signals.

Bass & Treble Controls

Tu rn these controls clockwise to increase the amount of bass (low frequencies) or treble (high frequencies). The 12:00 position indicates a flat response, equal levels of bass, treble and midrange.

Balance Control

Tu rn this knob counterclockwise to increase the volume of the left channel, clockwise to increase the volume of the right channel. The 12:00 position indicates equal output to each channel.

Volume Control

Turn this control clockwise to increase the overall system volume. Be careful not to set the volume so high as to cause distortion, as this could damage the speakers and amplifier.

Hooking up the Wires

All components plug into the RCA jacks on the rear panel of the Pre One/A. This is the recommended wiring.

LD LD stands for LaserDisc. Plug the line out (audio) jacks from a LaserDisc or other video component into these jacks.

DVD Plug the line out (audio) jacks from a DVD or other video component into these jacks.

CD Plug the line out jacks from a CD into these jacks. Aux Plug the line out jacks from any line level component into

these jacks.

Tuner Plug the line out jacks from a tuner/radio into these jacks. Tape In Plug the tape out (play) jacks from a cassette deck into

these jacks. Tape Out Plug the tape in (rec) jacks from a cassette deck into

these jacks. Line Out 1 Plug these jacks into the line in jacks of a stereo

power amplifier.

Line Out 2 These jacks are a convenience. You may connect

Safety Instructions

CAUTION:

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT OPEN.

Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back); no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Attention: Pour eviter les chocs electriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Read Instructions

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

Retain Instructions

The safety and operating instructions should be adhered to.

Heed Warnings

All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

Follow Instructions

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

Water and Moisture

The appliance should not be used near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

Ventilation

The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in situation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.

Heat

The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Power Sources

The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.

Grounding or Polarization

Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.

Note: If any part of this product is damaged or missing, do not contact your AudioSource dealer. Please call us directly at 800-435-7115.

Power Cord Protection

Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

Cleaning

The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.

Power Lines

An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.

Non-Use Periods

The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.

Object and Liquid Entry

Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

Damage Requiring Service

The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: a) The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; b) Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; c) The appliance has been exposed to rain; d) The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or e) The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

Servicing

The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

Product Servicing

In the event that your Pre One/A fails to operated properly, please contact the dealer where you purchased the unit. Or you may contact AudioSource directly for further assistance.

Pre One/A Specifications

Total Harmonic Distortion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<0.008%

Frequency Response . . . . . . . .10Hz to 100kHz, ±0.5dB

Signal to Noise Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 dB (line)

Input Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150 V (line)

Input Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47K Ω (line)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Enjoy your new purchase. This manual provides detailed diagrams and instructions for setting up your

equipment. Our commitment to your satisfaction doesn't end there. We also offer friendly, toll-free assistance.

Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CD, Tape, Tuner, Aux, DVD, LD

Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Line Out (2), Tape Out

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161⁄2"W x 23⁄4"H x 12"D

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 lbs.

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