Balanced Audio Technology VK-5 Owner's Manual

Manual is about: Balanced Stereo Preamplifier

Summary of VK-5

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    Vk-5 warranty registration form unit serial number: _______________________________________ customer name: _______________________________________ address: _______________________________________ _______________________________________ date of purchase: _______________________________________ purcha...

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    Vk-5 balanced stereo preamplifier owner's manual.

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    Introduction thank you for your purchase of the balanced audio technology vk-5 preamplifier. Please read this owner's manual to obtain the full benefit of the vk-5 in your system. It will provide you with the needed safety information and operating procedures for this exceptional unit. For more tech...

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    Reseating tubes normally, reseating tubes upon delivery is not required. However, if any tubes have noticeably drifted out of position due to unusually high transportation stress, it will be advisable to reseat the tubes. Use the supplied torx wrench to remove the top cover. Reseat the tubes in thei...

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    Two types of adapters are available: input adapters: rca female to xlr male output adapters: rca female to xlr female. Mixed balanced and single-ended systems any mix of single-ended and balanced components can be connected to the vk-5 by following the above instructions. Description of controls pow...

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    Tubes in the unit warm, but well below their full operating temperatures. The filament voltage in this mode is reduced to about one half of its nominal value. This allows the user to keep the preamplifier warm for prolonged periods of time without sacrificing tube life. While the vk-5 will sound sup...

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    Mute function: the vk-5 has two mute modes: manual and automatic. Putting the mute switch in mute position will always override the automatic function and disable the outputs. When the unit is powered up it automatically self-mutes until the proper operating points of the circuitry are reached. It w...

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    Fuse protection: a blown fuse in the vk-5 is an indication of a serious problem. If a replacement fuse fails as well, no further attempts should be undertaken. Please contact the factory for professional service. The proper fuse ratings are as follows: for 100-120 vac units: 2a 250v slow blow for 20...

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    Five year limited warranty terms and conditions 1. Limited warranty upon receipt of the attached warranty registration form, balanced audio technology warrants the purchased product to be free from manufacturing, materials, and workmanship defects for five years from date of original purchase, excep...