Perreaux SXH2 User Manual

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Perreaux SXH2 User Manual

Silhouette SXH2

Headphone Amplifier

Owners Manual

Perreaux Industries Limited makes no warranty for the use of its products, other than those expressly contained in the warranty detailed herein. The Company assumes no responsibility for any errors which may appear in this document, reserves the right to change products or specifications detailed herein at any time without notice, and does not make any commitment to update the information contained herein. No licenses to patents or other intellectual property of Perreaux are granted by the Company in connection with the sale of Perreaux products, expressly or by implication.

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Introducing the

 

Perreaux Silhouette Series

 

Designed as a range of high quality, yet affordable modules; the

 

‘Silhouette’ series will compliment and enhance your existing

 

system.

 

Drawing on our extensive knowledge gained from more than a

 

quarter of a century of developing highest quality audio products,

 

the ‘Silhouette’ concentrates our legendary design and build

 

quality into a compact package without sacrificing performance.

 

The Perreaux ‘Silhouette’ series provides performance levels

 

never before seen in its class.

Key Features

 

Class A signal stages

 

Highest quality internal power supply featuring a custom

 

 

designed, fully shielded toroidal transformer and 22000-F

 

 

of smoothing capacitance

 

 

Optimal internal layout incorporating total separation

 

 

between channels

 

Enhanced audio design featuring highest quality PCB and

 

 

minimal internal wiring

 

 

Gain selection switch

 

Line-out connections

 

 

High power output

 

Stable down to 4Ω

 

Dual stereo headphone jacks

 

 

Compact

 

 

Stylish

The Perreaux “Silhouette” series takes you even closer to the elusive goal of “The Perfect Re-Creation of a Musical Event”.

From all of us at Perreaux Industries Limited, thank you for choosing the Perreaux Silhouette Series SXH2 Headphone Amplifier.

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ii Important Safety Instructions

Note: Please read all instructions carefully before attempting to operate your Perreaux “Silhouette” SXH2 Headphone Amplifier.

ALWAYS switch off power to your system before attempting to connect or disconnect cables.

ALWAYS disconnect your system from the mains before attempting to clean your unit.

ALWAYS keep electrical equipment out of reach of children.

ALWAYS unplug sensitive electronic equipment during electrical storms.

NEVER disconnect the mains earth from the system.

NEVER operate the SXH2 with the cover removed.

NEVER use any liquid inside the SXH2.

NEVER bypass any fuse.

NEVER attempt to repair the SXH2. In the event of a problem, please contact your Perreaux dealer.

NEVER expose the SXH2 to extremely high or low temperatures.

NEVER operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.

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Table of Contents

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Introducing the Perreaux Silhouette Series

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Important Safety Instructions.............................................................

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Table of Contents ..................................................................................

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Unpacking and Placement..................................................................

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Instant Install..........................................................................................

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Front Panel Functions ..........................................................................

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Rear Panel Functions............................................................................

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Special Design Philosophies..............................................................

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Special Design Features.....................................................................

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Care and Maintenance.......................................................................

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Warranty Information........................................................................

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Extended Warranty Registration Form..........................................

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Troubleshooting Guide......................................................................

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Specifications........................................................................................

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Physical Dimensions............................................................................

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Contact Details.....................................................................................

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1Unpacking and Placement

Unpacking The SXH2 is packaged for maximum protection. To open, sit the Procedure box upright and cut the reinforced tape at the top of the box. The

product can now be removed.

Pull the foam protecting end-caps off either side of the unit and remove the black material covering.

The SXH2 Headphone amplifier is now unpacked and ready for further installation.

Note: Please retain all packaging material for future transport.

Box 1 x SXH2 Headphone amplifier Contents 1 x Product manual

3 x Performance analysis charts

1 x Detachable AC power cord

Placing Your The SXH2 should generally be placed close to your source SXH2 equipment, thus keeping interconnect cabling between the SXH2 and associated components as short as practical. This will reduce the systems susceptibility to radio frequency interference and the

negative effects associated with long cables.

Ventilation The SXH2 is a low power amplifier. Ventilation requirements Requirements are not considered an important factor in product placement.

In the event that the SXH2 is to be incorporated into custom cabinetry, please refer to the dimensional information provided in the Physical Dimensions section of the manual (Chapter 12).

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Instant Install

If you are like us, the first thing you will want to do is to play your favourite piece of music through your new SXH2. The following instructions are written to enable you to achieve this as quickly as possible. These are not comprehensive instructions, but are designed to enable you to play music now!

Note: Please take the time to read the SXH2 manual thoroughly as it incorporates many features, which will enhance its operation.

Placement

The SXH2 is a sensitive low power amplifier and best results will be achieved when placed away from potential interference from other components and electrical devices, for example AC mains cords/outlets, transformers, high power amplifiers, computers, etc.

Place the SXH2 close or near the source component in order to make as short a connection as possible.

Turn off associated components

This minimises the potential to damage any other components when connecting your SXH2 into the system.

Connect source to SXH2

Connect the audio output from the source component to the inputs at the rear of the SXH2. Refer to Chapter 4 for Rear Panel information.

Connect headphones to SXH2

Connect a set of headphones to one of the jacks on the front panel. Refer to Chapter 3 for Front Panel information.

Note: Make sure the nominal impedance of the headphones is not lower than 8Ω.

Switch on SXH2

Insert the power cord supplied into the rear of the SXH2 and into the wall. Switch on the socket at the wall and turn on the power of the SXH2 by setting the power switch down.

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Caution! Prior to connecting the AC mains, please check the voltage label on the rear panel to ensure that your unit conforms to the power supply in your area. Never attempt to connect the unit to the incorrect voltage.

Switch on source component

Power up your source component and start your favourite recording. Slowly increase the SXH2 volume to achieve a comfortable listening level.

CONGRATULATIONS!

Now that you have achieved your first objective, sit back, relax and please read the rest of the manual at your own pace in your favourite armchair whilst sipping a hot cup of coffee. You’ll find the whole experience much more pleasurable whilst listening to music.

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