Perreaux SXV2 User Manual

Silhouette SX

V2

Owners Manual

Phono Preamplifier

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iiii Introducing the

Perreaux Silhouette Series

The Perreaux “Silhouette” series represents exceptional
engineering at an affordable price.

The series incorporates some of the highest levels of audio
engineering available today.

Key Features

 Highly flexible for any cartridge
 Separate low noise input stages for Moving Magnet and

Moving Coil cartridges

 Externally adjustable load impedance and capacitance
 Multiple gain settings
 Normal RIAA and IEC RIAA equalisation curves
 Highest quality internal power supply featuring a custom

designed, fully shielded toroidal transformer and 22000µF
of smoothing and filtering capacitance

 Extensive EMI and RFI filtering
 Optimal internal layout incorporating total separation

between channels

 Enhanced audio design featuring highest quality PCB and

minimal internal wiring

 Moving Magnet & Moving Coil compatible
 High rated output
 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 SXV2 Phono
Preamplifier.

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ii Important Safety Instructions

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Note:

Please read all instructions carefully before attempting to
operate your Perreaux “Silhouette” SXV2 Phono
Preamplifier.

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 SXV2 with the cover removed.
NEVER use any liquid inside the SXV2.
NEVER bypass any fuse.
NEVER attempt to repair the SXV2. In the event of a problem,

please contact your Perreaux dealer.
NEVER expose the SXV2 to extremely high or low

temperatures.
NEVER operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.

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Introducing the Perreaux Silhouette Series .................................... 3

Important Safety Instructions ............................................................. 4

Table of Contents ..................................................................................5

Unpacking and Placement .................................................................. 6

Instant Install ..........................................................................................7

Front Panel Functions .......................................................................... 9

Rear Panel Functions ..........................................................................10

Customising Your SXV2......................................................................12

Impedance Loading Table ........................................................................... 12

Capacitance Loading Table ......................................................................... 13

Gain Setting Table .......................................................................................... 13

RIAA Equalisation Curve .............................................................................. 14

Configuration Example.................................................................................... 15

Special Design Philosophies..............................................................16

Special Design Features .....................................................................18

Care and Maintenance .......................................................................20

Warranty Information ........................................................................21

Extended Warranty Registration Form ..........................................22

Troubleshooting Guide ......................................................................23

Specifications ........................................................................................26

Contact Details .....................................................................................29

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1111 Unpacking and Placement

Unpacking

Procedure

Note:

Box

Contents

Placing Your

SXV2

Ventilation

Requirements

The SXV2 is packaged for maximum protection. To open, sit the
box upright and cut the reinforced tape at the top of the box. The
product can now be removed.

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

The SXV2 Phono amplifier is now unpacked and ready for
further installation.

Please retain all packaging material for future transport.

1 x SXV2 Phono Preamplifier
1 x Product manual
1 x Detachable AC power cord
3 x Performance analysis charts

The SXV2 should generally be placed close to your source
equipment, thus keeping the interconnect cabling between the
tone arm and phono stage as short as practical. This will reduce
the systems susceptibility to radio frequency interference (RFI),
electromagnetic interference (EMI) and the negative effects
associated with long cables.

The SXV2 is a low power preamplifier. Ventilation requirements
are not considered to be an important factor in product
placement.

In the event that the SXV2 is to be incorporated into custom
cabinetry, please refer to the dimensional information provided in
the Specifications section of the manual (Chapter 12).

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2222 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 SXV2. 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 SXV2 manual thoroughly
as it incorporates many features, which will enhance its
operation.

Configure SXV2 cartridge settings

Set the DIP switches on the SXV2 to correspond with the
manufacturers specifications of your particular cartridge. Refer
to Chapter 5 for DIP switch setup information.

Placement

The SXV2 is a highly sensitive preamplifier 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 SXV2 close or near the turntable in order to make as
short a connection as possible between the tone arm and
preamplifier.

Turn off associated components

This minimises the potential to damage any other components
when connecting your SXV2 into the system.

Connect turntable to SXV2

Connect the audio output from the turntable to the inputs at the
rear of the SXV2. Also, connect the turntable earth terminal to
the earth post on the SXV2. Refer to Chapter 4 for Rear Panel
information.

Connect SXV2 to preamplifier

Connect the line level output of the SXV2 to one of your
preamplifier inputs. Refer to Chapter 4 for Rear Panel
information.

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Switch on SXV2

Insert the power cord supplied into the rear of the SXV2 and into
the wall. Switch on the socket at the wall and turn on the power
of the SXV2 by setting the power switch down.

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 preamplifier/amplifier

Set the volume to the minimum level and select the input that the
SXV2 is connected to.

Switch on turntable

Power up your turntable and start the player with your favourite
record. Slowly increase the amplifier 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 glass of wine. You’ll find the
whole experience much more pleasurable whilst listening to
music.

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3333 Front Panel Functions

Power LED

This blue LED indicates the power status of your SXV2 Phono
Preamplifier.

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4444 Rear Panel Functions

Right Channel Cartridge Load Setting DIP Switch

Set these switches to correspond with the cartridge
manufacturers recommended load figure. For an in depth
discussion on this, please refer to Chapter 5.

Right and Left Phono Inputs

Input from turntable, accepts a standard unbalanced input (RCA).
The left channel connection is on the right when looking from
the rear, indicated by white inner ring. For more information on
input specifications, please refer to Chapter 12.

Right and Left Line Level Outputs

Output to preamplifier, accepts a standard unbalanced input
(RCA). The left channel connection is on the right when looking
from the rear, indicated by white inner ring. For more
information on output specifications, please refer to Chapter 12.

Left Channel Cartridge Load Setting DIP Switch

Set these switches to correspond with the cartridge
manufacturers recommended load figure. For an in depth
discussion on this, please refer to Chapter 5.

Phono Earth

Terminal for the earth connector from your turntable. If
grounding your turntable does not alleviate hum problems,
please consult the Troubleshooting Guide in Chapter 11.

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AC Mains Input

An IEC-standard mains input is provided at the rear of the unit.
The AC cord set is removable, allowing it to be upgraded at your
will.

On/Off Switch

When operating the switch down, power is applied to the SXV2.

Caution!

Caution!

Never switch the SXV2 power ON or OFF with your
amplifier turned ON or the respective input selected.

Serial Number/Voltage Label

The serial number is unique to your SXV2. Please record this
number and store it in a safe place. For any service related
enquiry, please be prepared to quote the product serial number to
Perreaux personnel or their service representative.

The voltage displayed in this area is the ONLY voltage that can
be accepted by the unit.

Never attempt to connect the unit to the incorrect voltage.

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5555 Customising Your SXV2

The Perreaux SXV2 gives you complete access to all cartridge­loading parameters for each channel via the 12-way rear mounted
DIP switches.

Two DIP switches are required, as Perreaux engineers have
meticulously laid the internal circuitry out on the internal PCB
maintaining maximum isolation between channels. Each DIP
switch should be set to be a mirror of the other.

Cartridge load settings should be set up to directly correspond to
the cartridge manufacturers recommended loading figure. If you
don’t know the recommended loading of your cartridge, please
contact the cartridge manufacturer or your dealer for this
information.

It is recommended that you make adjustments to the settings
using a pen or other similar pointed object.

Impedance loading values are set using switches 1 through 5.

Capacitive loading values are set using switches 6 through 9.

Gain values are set using switches 10 and 11.
RIAA curve is selected using switch 12.

Caution!

NEVER change the DIP switch settings of your SXV2 whilst
it is turned on.

Note:

Each DIP switch should be set to be a mirror image of the
other channel.

Impedance

Loading

Table

Use this table to match the impedance loading characteristics of
your SXV2 to that recommended by your cartridge manufacturer,
where switch in UP position is OFF and switch in DOWN
position is ON. Consult your cartridge documentation for the
correct impedance figure.

R Load Dip Switch Setting

(Ω) 1 2 3 4 5
47000 UP UP UP UP UP
24000 DOWN UP UP UP UP
10000 UP DOWN UP UP UP

1000 UP UP DOWN UP UP

100 UP UP UP DOWN UP

10 UP UP UP UP DOWN

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Capacitance

Loading

Table

Note:

Gain Setting

Table

Note:

Use this table to match the capacitance loading characteristics of
your SXV2 to that recommended by your cartridge manufacturer.
Consult your cartridge documentation for the correct capacitance
figure.

If no capacitance value is recommended, use the lowest setting.

C Load Dip Switch Setting

(pF) 6 7 8 9

27 UP UP UP UP

74 DOWN UP UP UP
127 UP DOWN UP UP
297 UP UP DOWN UP
417 UP UP UP DOWN

Remember to factor in tonearm and interconnect
capacitance of your turntable; consult your turntable
documentation for these values. See example following for
explanation.

Use this table to configure the gain characteristics of your SXV2
to suit the output voltage of the cartridge you are using, where
switch in UP position is OFF and switch in DOWN position is
ON.

Consult your cartridge documentation for its rated output voltage.
Set the gain configuration where the “Sensitivity” of your SXV2
is within ±50% of your cartridge output voltage. If no
configuration falls into this bracket, use the setting with the
sensitivity higher than your cartridge output voltage.

Gain Sensitivity Mode Dip Switch Setting

(dB) (mV) 10 11

40 7.50 MM UP DOWN
50 2.37 MM DOWN DOWN
60 0.75 MC UP UP
70 0.24 MC DOWN UP

If more than one setting falls within ±50% of your cartridge
output voltage, the lower sensitivity configuration will
result in greater dynamic range, the higher will be less
susceptible to clipping.

Note:

Rated output is 0.75V

RMS.

Sensitivity value measured at rated output.
Gain measured at 1kHz.

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RIAA

Equalisation

Curve

Two RIAA equalisation settings are selectable – Normal and
IEC. The equalisation curves are indicated by the charts below.

Please select the appropriate equalisation setting for your
recording or according to your personal preference.

RIAA DIP Switch

Curve 12

Normal UP

IEC DOWN

Normal RIAA Curve

IEC RIAA Curve

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Configuration

Example

Please use the following example of the popular Thorens TD 295
Mk IV turntable equipped with an Ortofon Super OM 40
(Moving Magnet) cartridge as a guideline.

Thorens TD 295 Mk IV specifications

Tonearm and lead capacitance: 160pF

Ortofon Super OM 40 specifications

Recommended load resistance: 47kΩ
Recommended load capacitance: 200pF-400pF
Rated output voltage: 4.0mV

SXV2 configuration

Resistance loading: 47000Ω
Capacitance loading: 74pF

74pF + 160pF = 234pF, satisfying the recommended 200pF-400pF)

(SXV2 capacitance + turntable capacitance = total load capacitance

Gain: 50dB

(based on Sensitivity bracket of 4.0mV±50% ⇒ 2.0mV-6.0mV)

RIAA equalisation curve: Normal

DIP Switch Setting (left channel)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

U U U U U D U U U D D U

Note: D = switch in DOWN position, U = switch in UP position

Note:

The right and left DIP switches are a mirror image of each
other.

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6666 Special Design Philosophies

Perreaux has been designing and manufacturing only the highest
quality audio componentry for more than a quarter of a century.
Technology has continued to evolve rapidly over that time and
our knowledge and application of design, materials and
manufacturing techniques has advanced in tandem with this.
Today’s Perreaux range comes closer to fulfilling our shared
vision than at any other time in the past.

The SXV2 has been developed to meet customer demands for
compact higher quality products. Careful attention has been
taken throughout the development phase, not to make
compromises that would degrade the high quality of reproduction
that the unit is capable of delivering.

To follow is a discussion on some of Perreaux design
philosophies that have been incorporated into the entire range.

Minimalist

Design

Leading British architect, John Pawson, writes:

“The Minimum can be defined as the perfection

that an object achieves when it is no longer
possible to improve it by subtraction. This is the
quality that an object has when every component,
every detail, and every junction has been reduced
or condensed to the essentials. It is the result of
the omission of the inessentials”.

Perreaux has historically embraced the minimalist ethic from an
audio design perspective only. The concept of “less equating to
more” has been at the heart of all Perreaux audio designs for
more than a quarter of a century. Our current product offering
takes the minimalist ethic to new levels by totally embracing the
concept.

Minimalist Electronics

We wish to maximise the quality of your listening pleasure by
keeping the componentry and signal path as uncluttered, short
and clean as possible. All components in the signal path, even
those of the highest quality have an effect on the signal, thereby
altering the quality of the reproduction in some way. Our aim is
to recreate in its entirety, the original performance by not adding
or subtracting anything, irrespective of the source.

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Minimalist Aesthetics

Our products appeal to those who seek the ultimate in audio
exclusivity, namely the perfect blend of “form and function”.

“Form and function” are both tough masters. We make no
excuses for producing some of the most distinctive high-end
audio products on the planet. We let “form and function” blend
together in perfect harmony. This surely is the essence of true
minimalist utilisation.

Minimalism in a Wider Context

John Pawson writes:

“Clearly simplicity has dimensions to it that go

beyond the purely aesthetic: it can be seen as the
reflection of some innate, inner quality, or the
pursuit of philosophical or literary insight into the
nature of harmony, reason, and truth”.

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7777 Special Design Features

Construction

Circuit

Topology

The front panel is made from high quality solid 6.0mm (0.2”)
thick aluminium extrusion featuring our trademark machined
Perreaux logo and finished in durable and stylish satin chrome
electroplate. On/off status is provided via a discreet blue LED.
The chassis and cover are both manufactured from heavy gauge
steel. No cover fixing screws are visible. Minimalist styling cues
combine seamlessly to allow form and function to blend in
harmony and are typical hallmarks of the Perreaux brand.

The Power

Supply

The SXV2 has an internal power supply. These designs are
invariably more sophisticated than those featuring external plug
in power packs. Special attention must be paid to shielding,
supply transformer design, capacitance and earthing.

Perreaux has specially developed an overrated, fully shielded,
internal toroidal power supply for the phono supply. 22000µF of
capacitance and extensive RFI and EMI filters are employed to

R & C

Loading

provide a “rock-solid”, low noise, linear regulated, DC supply.

With 10Ω to 47kΩ of Resistance loading and 27pF to 417pF of
Capacitance loading selectable via external DIP switches,
Perreaux engineers have designed the ultimate flexibility to
enable the user to match any cartridge without the hassle of
opening the unit.

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Gain

Single

Channel

Block

Diagram

RIAA

Equalisation

Low Noise

Input Stages

PCB Layout

Earth

Isolation

With a gain range of +40dB to +70dB, the SXV2 is incredibly
sensitive. Working in combination with the wide selection of R
and C loading the user has no need for messy MM/MC jumpers
as any type of cartridge can be matched via the external
selectable DIP switch settings.

The RIAA equalisation utilises a robust architecture with high
precision, low noise resistors and highly linear, metalised
polyester capacitors for optimum signal transfer. Deviation from
the RIAA specification is only ±0.5dB across the audio-band.

With both Normal and IEC RIAA equalisation curves to choose
from, you can be guaranteed you’re getting the optimum from
your valued record collection.

Low-output Moving Coil cartridges present very different source
characteristics to the phono preamplifier than high-output
Moving Coil or Moving Magnet cartridges.

The SXV2 incorporates two separate, low noise, input stages
selectable via external DIP switches. One tailored to specifically
satisfy the requirements of interfacing to low-output MC
cartridges, the other to high-output MC/MM cartridges.

Special attention has been lavished on the PCB layout. The unit
is symmetrical in design (note the DIP switch numbers, they are
a mirror of each other, and the input/output RCA configuration),
with each channel being isolated from the other. The low noise,
custom designed, power supply is physically segregated from the
rest of the sensitive electronics.

Special attention has been paid to ground planes to maintain
sonic purity. All signal grounding is isolated from mains earth.

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8888 Care and Maintenance

Note:

Cover

Front Panel

Please switch the unit off and remove the cord set from the
rear of the Phono Amplifier before attempting to clean
your SXV2 in the manner described below.

Never apply liquid directly to the SXV2.
Never use abrasives.
Never rub in a circular motion.

The cover features a durable high quality powder coat finish. To
remove finger marks and dirt, lightly rub the surface with a soft
cloth.

If the dirt is not removed, dip your cloth in a mild solution of
soap and water, squeeze excess moisture from it and then gently
reapply to the surface.

Stubborn dirt may be removed by the application of a small
quantity of isopropyl alcohol, applied directly to the cleaning
cloth only, and reworking the effected area.

The SXV2 front panel features a high quality electroplate finish.
Over time the surface may retain finger marks and may need to
be cleaned to restore it to original condition.

Regular Cleaning

Gently wipe the front panel with a very clean cotton cloth. Wipe
across the surface and never in a circular motion.

Removing Stubborn Marks

Only attempt this infrequently, as too regular or vigorous
application may damage the surface.

Apply a small quantity of any car polish containing carnauba
wax to a very clean cotton cloth.

Note:

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The car polish must state “Safe for Clear Coats” as the polish
will therefore contain the absolute minimum amount of
abrasive compound.

Gently wipe over the front panel in lateral motion, allow to dry
then gently wipe off with a very clean cotton cloth.

9999 Warranty Information

1 Year

Limited

Warranty

3 Year
Extended
Warranty

Obtaining

Service

The Perreaux SXV2 is warranted free from defects in material
and workmanship under normal use for a period of 1-year (365
days) from the date of purchase.

To extend the warranty of the Perreaux SXV2 to three (3) years
from date of purchase, please return a fully completed warranty
registration form along with a copy of the original receipt of
purchase to:

Perreaux Industries Ltd
PO Box 305
Mosgiel
Dunedin 9053
New Zealand

For the Extended Warranty Registration Form, please refer to
Chapter 10.

The extended warranty for the Perreaux SXV2 is three (3) years
from the date of purchase. If during the warranty period the
SXV2 exhibits defects in materials and/or workmanship, it will
be repaired or replaced, at our option, without charge for either
parts or labour, at our factory in New Zealand. The warranty
does not apply to any unit that has been misused, abused or
altered.

Any unit that is not performing satisfactorily may be returned to
the factory in New Zealand for evaluation. Return authorisation
must first be obtained by either calling or writing to Perreaux
prior to shipping the unit. Perreaux Industries Ltd and it’s
authorised distributors and dealers shall not be held liable for any
freight or insurance charges. Freight and insurance charges to
and from the Perreaux factory will be the sole responsibility of
the owner of the unit.

There is no other express warranty on the SXV2. Neither this
warranty nor any other warranty, express or implied, including
any implied warranties of merchantability of fitness, shall extend
beyond the warranty period. No responsibility is assumed for
any incidental or consequential damages.

In the event that you are experiencing difficulty with your SXV2,
please as a first step consult the troubleshooting guide in Chapter

11. For further assistance, please contact your Perreaux dealer.

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Registration Form

Please complete this form and either fax, mail or e-mail it, along
with a copy of the original receipt, to Perreaux Industries Ltd.

Fax: [phone]

Mail: Perreaux Industries Ltd
PO Box 305
Mosgiel
Dunedin 9053
New Zealand

E-mail: [e-mail]

Alternatively, complete the online Warranty Registration Form
on our website – www.perreaux.com.

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3 Year Extended
Warranty Form

Name:

Address:

Suburb:

City:

Country:

Telephone:

E-mail:

Website:

Product:

Serial No:

Dealer:

Purchase Date:

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S I L H O U E T T

d d m m y y y y

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11111111 Troubleshooting Guide

Please use this guide if you are experiencing any problems with
the SXV2 in your system. It will provide possible solutions for
some given symptoms.

There is a

crackling

noise

coming from

my speakers

Output signal is clipping

The SXV2 gain setting is too high. Confirm that the gain is
configured correctly for your cartridge. If you are unsure,
decrease the gain setting step by step until the crackling noise
goes away.

Note:

I turn up the

volume but

it isn’t very

loud

Note:

There is no

output from

my system

Ensure you switch the unit off before adjusting the DIP
switches.

Dust on needle and/or record

Make sure that your needle and record are free from dust and
debris.

Output level is too low

The SXV2 gain setting is too low. Confirm that the gain is
configured correctly for your cartridge. If you are unsure,
increase the gain setting step by step until the volume level is
suitable.

Ensure you switch the unit off before adjusting the DIP
switches.

Incorrect cartridge loading

The resistive and capacitive cartridge loading configurations are
not set correctly. Check that these settings match the
requirements of your cartridge.

SXV2 not turned on

Make sure the SXV2 power switch is in the DOWN position.

AC cord not plugged in

Check that the AC cord is plugged into the IEC socket on the rear
of the SXV2.

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I can hear a

hum coming

through my

speakers

Mains power not turned on

Check if the power is turn on at the mains socket on the wall.

Interconnect cables not connected

Make sure that the input and output interconnect cables are
plugged in and are connected to the respective RCA sockets on
the rear of the SXV2.

Cartridge not connected

Confirm that the cartridge is correctly connected and fitted to the
tone arm.

Turntable not turned on

Check that your turntable is plugged into the mains and the
power is turned on.

Tone arm is not lowered onto record

Make sure that the tone arm is moved from it’s stationary
position and lowered onto the record.

Other components not turned on

Check that your preamplifier and/or amplifier are plugged into
the mains and the power is turned on.

No volume setting

Make sure that the volume on your preamplifier or amplifier is
set to a suitable level. Check that it is not muted or attenuated.

Preamplifier/amplifier set to incorrect input

Confirm that the source input on your preamplifier/amplifier is
set to the appropriate input.

Speakers not connected

Check that your speaker cables are firmly connected at both the
binding posts of your amplifier and the speaker terminals.

Phono earth not connected

Confirm that the earth terminal from your turntable is solidly
connected to the phono earth binding post on the rear of the
SXV2.

Phono earth binding post and/or earth terminal corroded

Check that the phono earth binding post on the rear of the SXV2
and the earth terminal from your turntable is free from corrosion.

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Interconnect cables damaged

Make sure that the integrity of your interconnect cables is sound
and they are firmly connected to your turntable and the SXV2.

SXV2 is close to external interference

Check the proximity of your SXV2 to any possible source of
EMI and/or RF interference, for example computers, televisions,
amplifiers, speakers, etc. Ideally the SXV2 should be placed as
close as possible to your turntable.

Earth loop in system

If your preamplifier and/or amplifier have an earth/ground lift
switch, toggle it and check which setting sounds better. The
signal ground of the SXV2 is isolated from earth by default, this
means that there needs to be a connection to earth elsewhere in
your system to alleviate hum.

My speaker

cones are

moving

excessively

at low

frequencies

Tone arm set up incorrectly

Check that your tone arm is set up correctly and it is properly
weighted and balanced.

Turntable susceptible to vibration

Make sure that your turntable is solidly mounted on a surface that
is not prone to vibration.

Set RIAA curve to IEC setting

Using the IEC RIAA curve can have a similar effect to an anti­rumble filter, by reducing the low frequency response.

Set DIP switch 12 on each channel to the DOWN position to
activate the IEC RIAA curve. For more information on RIAA
equalisation settings, please refer to Chapter 5.

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11112222 Specifications

The correlation between published specifications and sonic
quality can be unreliable. A list of numbers reveals virtually
nothing. All technical measurements must be subject to
qualitative as well as quantitative interpretation. Measurements
of the SXV2 reveal excellent results by any standards. Tested at
115V and 230V after a 10 minute warm up period.

Specifications

in Brief

Sensitivity ........................................................ 0.24mV to 7.5mV*

Gain........................................................................ 40dB to 70dB

(R)

Input Impedance
Input Capacitance

THD+N ........................................ 0.002%, 1kHz @ rated output

Signal to Noise Ratio

..................................................10Ω to 47kΩ*

(C)

............................................ 27pF to 417pF*

(unweighted)

......................................... 85dB**

**

Input Overload Margin.......................................................... 20dB

RIAA Accuracy........................................... ±0.5dB, 20Hz–20kHz

Output Impedance ................................................................... 27Ω

Rated Output ...................................................................0.75V

Maximum Output ............................................. 7.9V

Power Consumption .............................................................. 2.6W

Note:

*

User selectable

**

Measurements taken with lowest gain setting

RMS

(22.3V

RMS

p-p

Audio Connections

Inputs.......................................................1 pair unbalanced (RCA)

Outputs....................................................1 pair unbalanced (RCA)

Other Connections

IEC AC mains input receptacle
Earth ground terminal

Mains Input Voltage

115V or 230V AC at 50Hz/60Hz

(Set within the SXV2 at time of manufacture)

Internal Mains Fuse Rating

1 x 2SB 500mA fast blow

(NOT user serviceable)

Overall Dimensions

Width........................................................................216mm (8.5”)

Depth........................................................................168mm (6.6”)

Height........................................................................ 58mm (2.3”)

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Weight

Gross .......................................................................... 2.1kg (4.6lb)

Net............................................................................. 1.5kg (3.3lb)

Specifications

Explained

Sensitivity..............................................................0.24mV to 7.5mV

The Sensitivity figure indicates the input voltage required to
achieve “rated” output (0.75V

). This can be adjusted to suit

RMS

your cartridge by configuring the Gain setting of your SXV2.

Gain .............................................................................. 40dB to 70dB

The amount of amplification the preamplifier is asserting on the
input signal. Gain can be calculated by dividing the rated output
by the input sensitivity. User configurable via the external DIP
switches.

Input Impedance.........................................................10Ω to 47kΩ

The resistance “load” that is presented to the source component
that is driving it. The Input Impedance can be set using the
external DIP switches to meet the requirements of your cartridge.

Input Capacitance .................................................. 27pF to 417pF

The capacitive “load” that is presented to the source component
that is driving it. The Input Capacitance can be set using the
external DIP switches to meet the requirements of your cartridge.

THD+N ........................................... 0.002%, 1kHz @ rated output

Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise is the percentage of output
signal which is made up of frequencies added due to harmonics
of the fundamental frequency and noise. By using low-noise
input circuitry and high-precision amplification stages, Perreaux
engineers have kept this figure to a minimum.

Signal to Noise Ratio .......................................85dB, unweighted

The ratio of desired signal to noise signals in the output. Phono
reproduction is inherently susceptible to noise because of the
extremely low output voltage of the cartridge (100’s of µV in the
case of Moving Coil). This is why Perreaux engineers have
designed the SXV2 to maintain a low noise floor.

Input Overload Margin ............................................................20dB

The amount of headroom available over and above the Rated
Output.

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RIAA Accuracy ............................................. ±0.5dB, 20Hz–20kHz

This figure indicates how accurately the RIAA Equalisation
circuitry follows the RIAA specification across the frequency
range 20Hz to 20kHz. From 100Hz to 20kHz, the RIAA
accuracy of the SXV2 is as low as ±0.2dB.

Output Impedance..................................................................... 27Ω

Output Impedance indicates the ability of the unit to drive the
Line Level Output. The low impedance of the SXV2 means that
it will drive any combination of cable configuration (length,
capacitance, etc.) and component impedance with ease whilst
maintaining signal integrity.

Rated Output ....................................................................... 0.75V

RMS

This is the optimum operating level of the unit, offering the best
performance whilst allowing a large enough buffer to
accommodate the unpredictable nature of music. It is the
reference output level to which other specifications, such as
sensitivity and gain, are referred. The Rated Output does not
indicate the full capability of the SXV2.

Maximum Output .............................................. 7.9V

RMS

(22.3V

p-p

)

The maximum output level possible before the onset of clipping.
This figure indicates the extent of the dynamic range available
from the SXV2.

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11113333 Contact Details

For more information please contact your Perreaux dealer, or
contact:

Perreaux Industries Ltd
PO Box 305
Mosgiel
Dunedin 9053
New Zealand

Ph: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Internet: www.perreaux.com

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Installation Notes

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