MODEL 200/200P
DUAL CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER
OWNERS MANUAL
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 f ull 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 attem pted 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 consis tently high quality that
you expect from us, and we expect from
ourselves, Perreaux products are essentially
hand-crafted.
We m aintain the hum an- link thr oughout, 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 ar e 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 m ay 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 VOLUM E LEVELS - TO
AVOID INJURY CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN
NOT TO TOUCH THE HEAT SINKS
DURING OPERATION.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read Instructions
1.
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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Follow Instructions
2.
All installation, operation and other
instructions should be followed.
Warnings
3.
All warnings on the 200P and in the
Owners Manual should be strictly
adhered to.
Water and Moisture
4.
The 200P should not be used near water,
for example near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, etc.
Rack / Wall / Ceiling Mounting
5.
The 200P should be rack mounted only
in a heavy duty rack or stand that is
recommended for audio equipment use.
Mounting to a wall or ceiling should be
via a heavy duty bracket or shelf
designed for audio equipment use.
Heat
6.
The 200P should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, stoves,
or other appliances that produce
excessive amounts of heat. Always
ensure the 200P heat sinks have
adequate ventilation enabling air
circulation both above and below. Do not
place the 200P directly onto carpeted
surfaces.
Power Sources
7.
The 200P should be connected to a
mains power supply only of the type
described in the operating instr uctions, or
as marked on the rear of the 200P.
Power Cord Protection
8.
The m ains power supply cord should be
routed so that it is not likely to be walked
on or pinched by items placed on or
against it. Pay particular attention to the
cord at power points, convenience
receptacles, and the point where it exits
from the 200P.
Cleaning
9.
When cleaning ‘P’ series product use
luke warm water with a few drops of a
mild non caustic detergent .
DO NOT USE SOLVENTS.
Non-use Periods
10.
The mains power cord of the 200P
should be unplugged from the mains/line
outlet when the unit is to be left unused
for long periods of time.
Object and Liquid Entry
11.
Care should be taken so that objects
and/or liquids do not accidentally fall
inside the 200P.
Damage Requiring Service
12.
The 200P should be serviced by qualified
service personnel if any of the following
occur :
a. The mains power-supply cord,
b. Objects have fallen, or liquid has
c. The 200P has been exposed to
d. The 200P does not appear to
e. The 200P has been dropped, or
and/or plug have been damaged
been spilt into the 200P
rain and/or excessive moisture
operate normally, or exhibits a
marked change in performance
the chassis damaged.
Servicing
13.
The user should not attempt to service
the 200P beyond those means described
in the owners manual. All other servicing
should be referred to qualified service
personnel.
Grounding or Polarisation
14.
Precautions should be taken so that the
grounding or polarisation of the 200P are
correct, and are maintained through-out
the entire system.
WARNING: THE 200P IS A HIGH
POWERED CONVECTION COOLED
AMPLIFIER. THE FINNED OUTER HEAT
SINKS MAY BECOME VERY HOT WHEN
DELIVERING HIGH VOLUM E LEVELS - TO
AVOID INJURY CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN
NOT TO TOUCH THE HEAT SINKS
DURING OPERATION.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Always make sure the volum e control of your
preamplifier or s ource unit is set to zero and
the mains/line supply disconnected from your
200P prior to performing any switching
functions or connection alterations of any
type to your system. This caution also applies
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to the normal use of your Compact Disc
player, Tuner, Cassette Deck, etc.
Always ensure that there is adequate
ventilation around the 200P and sufficient
space to circulate air both below and
above the unit. Do not place unit directly
onto carpeted surfaces.
PRODUCT SUPPLIED WITHOUT
MAINS PLUG
If your unit comes with a 3-core cable but
without a plug, make certain LIVE and
NEUTRAL leads are connected correctly to
your plug terminals. Check that the terminals
are screwed down firmly and no loose
strands of wire are present.
IMPORTANT :
lead in this unit are coloured in
accordance with the following code :
BROWN LIVE
BLUE NEUTRAL
GREEN/YELLOW EARTH/GROUND
As the wire colour s in the mains lead of this
unit may not correspond exactly with those
coloured markings on the terminals of your
plug proceed as follows:
- The wire which is coloured BLUE must
be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter N, or colour coded
BLUE or BLACK.
- The wire which is c oloured BRO WN must
be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter P or L, or colour
coded BROWN or RED.
The wires of the mains/line
- The wire which is coloured
GREEN/YELLOW must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the
letter E, or colour coded
GREEN/YELLOW or GREEN.
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Note : Any modifications to the mains/line
voltage setting within your 200P may only be
carried out by a qualified Perreaux service
agent. Failure to recognise this warning will
void any warranty.
FRONT PANEL
POWER ON INDICATOR
1.
The red LED indicator behind the
smoked panel on the front panel will
illuminate when the power is turned on.
REAR PANEL
UNBALANCED INPUT SOCKETS
2.
These are high quality gold plated
sockets which are highly conductive,
corrosion resistant, and provide less
potential for corrosion induced distortion.
Inputs are clearly marked Left and Right.
Care should be taken to maintain
channel integrity. Refer to section
SPECIFICATIONS for detail on input
sensitivity and impedance's.
BALANCED INPUT SOCKETS
3.
The 200P feature directly driven
balanced inputs. The use of good quality
balanced line cable into the balanced
input cause the input signal to be
relatively immune to noise and external
effects caused by the use of long
interconnect cables, helps reduce hum
loop noise and aids in the cancellation of
distortion products.
Balanced Line input pin configuration
Pin 1 EARTH / Ground
Pin 2 HOT / Phase
Pin 3 COLD / Anti-phase
INPUT CONFIGURATION SWITCH
4.
This toggle switch allows selection of
either the balanced or unbalanced inputs.
Input leads should be connected to one
type of input only i.e. do not connect to
both the unbalanced and balanced inputs
at one time.
MAINS ON/OFF ROCKER SWITCH
5.
Depress this switch to the right turn
power ON. As mute relay circuitry is
employed in the 200P, full output is muted
for 1 to 2 second after the power switch is
actuated.. Depress this switch to the left
(0) to turn the 200P off at which time the
power amplifier outputs will be
disconnected.
I = ON
0 = OFF
MAINS/LINE INPUT RECEPTACLE &
6.
FUSE HOLDER
This receptacle accepts the female end
of the mains power cord. For more
information regarding MAINS/LINE
VOLTAGE and connection see the
relevant sections.
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Located in a small drawer below the
MAINS/LINE RECEPTACLE is the
MAINS/LINE FUSE. The drawer can only
be opened when the mains/line cord is
removed See the relevant section for
more details on replacement fuses.
LOUDSPEAKER OUTPUT TERMINALS
7.
The 200P is equipped with two double
sets of output terminals per channel to
enable easy hook-up for bi-wiring of
loudspeakers or additional louds peakers.
These are high quality gold plated
terminals. All terminals are clearly
marked and colour coded RED Positive
(+) and BLACK Negative (-). This
polarity must be strictly observed when
connecting up loudspeakers, i.e. positive
terminal of the 200P to the positive
terminal of the loudspeaker. negative
terminal of the 200P to the negative
terminal of the loudspeaker. Good
quality, preferably gold plated spade or
banana type terminals are recommended
together with a high quality loudspeaker
cable.
The loudspeak er leads, for both left and
right channels should be cut to equal
lengths and be as short as possible. This
is to maintain uniform resistance at the
lowest possible level. If the installation
demands that the 200P be clos er to one
loudspeaker than the other, avoid neatly
coiling any excess loudspeaker cable as
this can create inductance and may
affect high frequency signals. Always
ensure connections are clean, firm and
tight.
SERIAL NUMBER
8.
See relevant section on page 6.
MAINS VOLTAGE / FUSE LABEL
9.
See relevant section on page 6.
NOTE : You will also find on the rear panel
written information and relevant precautions.
Read and observe the information to ensure
your safety and trouble free operation from
your Perreaux 200P
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CONNECTIONS
Connect your loudspeakers and preamplifier
to the 200P by following the numbered code
on page 3 & 4.
Follow the sequence given in the next
section, INSTALLATION & OPERATION
PROCEDURES. This section incorporates
all the information in the various areas of this
manual to assist installation.
When connecting the 200P to auxiliary
equipment terminate the interc onnect cables
with a red plug for the right channel and
white, black or blue for the left channel.
Terminate speaker cables using red for
positive (+) and black, white or blue for
negative (-).
These are the most commonly accepted
colour coding combinations in use
internationally to help maintain channel and
phase integrity (i.e. left to left, right to right,
positive to positive, and negative to negative).
After making all the connections, lay the
leads and cables out in such a way so that
loudspeaker leads are well away from the
interconnect cables, and both are well
separated from mains/line power cables.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
PROCEDURES
Position all the separate components of your
system close enough to your 200P to avoid
having to stretch or extend any of the
interconnect cables. Always make left and
right channel connections while viewing the
equipment you are connecting from the front.
This will help ensure channel continuity
throughout your system. Avoid errors by
adopting a systematic approach when
connecting your system together. Make all
connections logically and carefully.
Note : Always switch off your 200P and
ensure that the volume control on your
preamplifier is set to zero before m aking any
connections or alterations.
A recommended sequence of connection is
as follows :
- Connect your loudspeakers to the output
terminals (7) of the 200P. Be careful to
maintain channel integrity, i.e. left to left,
right to right, and phase integrity, positive
(+) to positive (+), and negative (-) to
negative (-).
- With the power switch (5) turned off,
connect the output from your preamplif ier
to the 200P input sockets
or
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- Try to keep all inter-linking cables and
3). Ensure the position of the input
configuration switch (4) is set for the type
of interconnect cable being used i.e.
balanced or unbalanced.
loudspeaker leads as far apart as
possible and well away from all
mains/line cables.
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- Check that the volume control on your
preamplifier or source component is set
to zero then turn on the preamplifier.
- Connect the female end of the 200P
mains/line cord to the mains/line input
receptacle (6). Plug the male end into the
closest available power point and switch
on the mains/line power.
- Switch the 200P mains power switch (5)
to the ON "I " position and listen to eac h
speaker in turn for any undesirable
humming or buzzing noises.
- Without programme source material
slowly increase the volume on the
preamplifier listening for undesirable
noises. A certain amount of hiss may
become apparent as the gain of the
preamplifier is increased, this is normal.
If problems occur, utilise the various fault
finding chapters in this manual, or consult
your Perreaux dealer. Otherwise your
installation is now complete, and ready for
you to sit back and enjoy.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
PRECAUTIONS
- Leave the top and bottom of the clear at
all times allowing adequate airflow
around the sides of the unit. Do not site
this unit directly on carpet or other soft
surfaces. Do not place auxiliary
equipment directly on top of the 200P.
- Always operate in a horizontal position.
- Install away from excessive heat and
moisture. Do not allow the ambient
temperature around the 200P to exceed
40º Celsius (105º Fahrenheit.)
- Check the mains/line voltage stated on
the rear panel of your .200P Supply
voltage must be within 5% +/- of the
stated voltage.
MAINS-/LINE VOLTAGE )
- Connect all your hi-fi equipment to the
same mains /line source to avoid poss ible
earthing problems.
- Do not change the fuse to any type or
rating other than that indicated on the
rear panel or owners manual.
- Always ensure your 200P is
disconnected from the mains/line supply
if changing the mains/line fuse.
- Do not drive the inputs with a voltage
source greater than that which is required
to drive the 200P to its maximum
dynamic output.
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Do not run the outputs in series or
parallel.
- Do not earth any positive terminal or
connect the input to the output earth.
- Do not connect the output of the 200P to
any other voltage source.
- Do not r un the outputs into the inputs of
the 200P.
- Operation of the 200P in the vicinity of a
strong radio frequency (RF) source
should be countered by RF filtering on all
inputs and outputs including the
(See relevant section
mains/line supply. Any doubts or
suspicions should be conveyed to your
Perreaux dealer. RF interference can
cause serious loudspeaker damage.
- Always turn your Perreaux 200P on last
and off first making sure the volume
control of the pr eamplifier is set to zero in
both cases. This will eliminate the
possibility of damage to loudspeakers or
fuses due to switching transients.
- Always switch off the 200P and zero the
volume control on your preamplifier
before making any connection
alterations.
- Make all connections logically and carefully, outputs first then inputs, checking
that you are maintaining channel integrity.
- Keep all inter-linking cables and
loudspeaker leads as far apart as
possible and well away from all
mains/line cables.
MAINS/LINE VOLTAGE
It is important that the 200P be operated from
the correct mains/line voltage. The unit is
factory set for the voltage applicable to the
original country of destination. The correct
operating voltage is indicated by the MAINS
VOLTAGE / FUSE RATING LABEL (9) on
the rear panel .The 200P will operate
satisfactorily within a voltage variation of up
to +/- 5% either side of that voltage at which
the unit has been set.
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If you require the voltage setting to be
altered, e.g. relocation to another area, city or
country, or extraordinarily high or low
voltages, contact your Perreaux dealer. This
modification must only be performed by
qualified service personnel.
Note: Always ensure the unit is disconnected
from the Mains/Line s upply before any covers
are removed.
MAINS/LINE FUSE
The Perreaux 200P is equipped with a user
serviceable mains/line fuse. Above the
mains/line cord is the mains/line fuse holder.
In the unlikely event of fuse failure always
replace with the same type and value fuse.
Remember, f uses do not us ually blow without
a reason. Any doubts about fuse failure
should be conveyed directly to your Perreaux
dealer.
The fuse ratings are:
100-125V 2SB SLOW BLOW 8A
Continuous
200-250V 2SB SLOW BLOW 6A
Continuous
Note: Always ensure your 200P is
disconnected from the Mains/Line supply
before attempting to change the Mains/Line
fuse.
RAIL FUSES
The Perreaux 200P has 4 internal fuses for
amplifier protection. In the unlikely event of
internal fuse failure consult your Perreaux
dealer. The internal fuses
serviceable
may replace the internal fuses.
and only authorised personnel
are not user
Fuse Rating -3AG Normal Acting 6 Amp
SERIAL NUMBER
All Perreaux units are allocated a unique
serial number which are recorded at the
factory against build details. If you should
require inform ation about your unit, providing
the serial number will help achieve a prompt
reply.Keep a copy of all your serial numbers
in a safe place. The ability to identify and
prove ownership can be very useful.
SPECIFICATIONS
Tested at 120 / 220 / 230 / 240V ac
mains voltage after initial 10 m inute warm
up period
POWER OUTPUT
200 watts RMS per channel continuous
both channels driven into 8Ω from 20Hz
to 20kHz at no more than 0.02% THD
300 watts RMS into 4Ω
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
±
0.25dB from 20Hz to 20kHz
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
0.02% THD worst case prior to clipping
0.004% THD @ 1KHz
HUM, NOISE
-95dB unweighted referenced to rated
output
INPUT SENSITIVITY
Balanced 0.6V RMS
Unbalanced 1.2V RMS
INPUT IMPEDANCE
Balanced 3.3kΩ
Unbalanced 22kΩ
DYNAMIC HEADROOM
1.9dB
CURRENT OUTPUT
24 Amperes peak per channel
DRIVER STAGE
Class A
OUTPUT STAGE
Class A / AB
DIMENSIONS (not including handles and
terminals)
HEIGHT x WIDTH x DEPTH
88mm x 482mm x 460mm
3.5" x 19.0" x 18.1"
NETT WEIGHT
17.0kg (37.5lb)
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