Balanced Audio Technology VK-5 Owner's Manual - page 4
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 their sockets and reinstall the top cover.
NOTE: When using the Torx wrench, make sure it is fully inserted so that the screw head is
not stripped.
Physical Placement
It is recommended that you provide for at least 6" of free space around the unit for proper
ventilation.
Mount the unit on a hard surface with proper ventilation underneath.
Do not stack the VK-5 preamplifier on top of other units, nor vice versa.
Connecting the VK-5 to Your System
Balanced Components
Use balanced XLR interconnects. All input and output connectors are clearly marked on the
back panel.
Note: The VK-5 XLR connectors are wired as follows:
Pin 1:
common/shield
Pin 2:
positive
Pin 3:
negative
Use either the Main 1 or Main 2 Output for connection to your power amplifier. Both yield
equivalent results.
Single-Ended Components
Single-ended components have RCA connectors. The VK-5 preamplifier is designed
to work with any mix of single-ended and balanced components connected to its inputs and
outputs. All that is required to connect a single-ended component with RCA connectors to
the VK-5’s inputs or outputs is the optional balanced to single-ended adapters. These
adapters are available from Balanced Audio Technology at a nominal charge.