Phonostage preamplifier operating manual north star design ® phonostage mm-mc phono preamplifier.
Rev. 1.0 may 04.
Warning: to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may...
Important safety instructions please read all instructions and precautions carefully and completely before operating your north star design ® phono preamplifier. 1. Always disconnect your entire system from the ac mains before connecting or disconnecting any cables, or when cleaning any component. 2...
Introduction welcome to the north star design “family” and congratulations on your purchase of what is unquestionably one of the world’s finest audio mm-mc phono preamplifier. With its combination of features, precision electronic circuitry and accurately machined chassis components throughout, your...
Installation locate the preamplifier as close as possible to its final installation point. Allow access to the rear panel for making connections. Front & rear panel function controls before attempting any system interconnection, please familiarize yourself with the front and rear panel controls of t...
Front panel 1 indicator led the indicator led shows the operational status of your phonostage preamplifier: blue brightness indicates that the preamplifier is on and ready to be used. Completely off indicates that the rear panel ac mains switch has been turned off. If the preamplifier will not turn ...
Two slow-blow 315ma (220-240v), 630ma (100-120v) fuses are located inside a small drawer in the ac main inlet. If you suspect that your ac fuses have blown, disconnect the phonostage from the ac mains and contact your north star design dealer for assistance. Danger! Potentially dangerous voltages an...
Input load and gain setup the phonostage preamplifier is a complete phono preamplifier with riaa equalization which work with mm and mc cartridges. You can connect the phonostage preamplifier at a line level input of an integrated amplifier or, if you have separates components, you need a volume con...
Technical specifications bandwidth 5 hz to 90 khz, -3 db maximum output voltage 8.5vrms (47kohm load) overall gain 40db-60db@1khz selectable with dip-switch input impedance 29ohm-100khom selectable with dip-switch power consumption 15 watts input unbalanced 1 pair per channel (rca) output unbalanced...
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