Gain selector knob input selector knob headphone socket record selector knob volume knob remote control window mute led power led power button 3 g a i n 6 9 12 15 db r e c o r d i n p u t v o l u m e 0db aux tuner cd tape 1 tape 2 tape 3 cd tuner aux tape 1 tape 2 tape 3 left right left right out 3 ...
03 now, this blend of talent and expertise has been combined with the award-winning experience of audiolab to create a company with a technical advantage and access to resources second-to-none in the high end audio industry - tag mclaren audio. Tag mclaren audio has been created with one aim in mind...
We are convinced it will give you many hours of listening pleasure. The pa20r is a high-performance preamplifier which acts as the command centre for your audio system. It has microprocessor-controlled relays with gold-plated contacts for its switching functions and, for added convenience, you can s...
Control of volume and gain volume control on the pa20r is via a motorised potentiometer.This gives you the convenience of remote control without the disadvantage of stepped volume changing, as you might find in a digital electronic system. The pa20r also has gain control to allow you to select the r...
‘straight line technology’ with direct coupled signal and feedback paths high-quality audio components independent input selection for listening and tape recording six line level inputs for: cd, tuner, auxiliary, and three tape recorders digitally-controlled muting system, with ‘time constant switch...
We know you are keen to get your pa20r working. This section will have you listening to your favourite music as quickly as possible. If you fold out the front cover of this manual, you will locate diagrams which will help you find your way around your pa20r (1) . Make sure that all the components of...
The signal from the input that you select for recording will be sent to the record output sockets marked tape out 1, out 2 and out 3 (4) . To select your source for recording, turn the record selector until the mark on its side points to the name of the input that you want to record (5) . The record...
The volume and mute controls alter the signal level of output 1, 2, 3 (1) and the headphone socket. They do not affect the output of the record sockets (tape out 1, 2 and 3). Turn the volume knob clockwise to increase volume and anticlockwise to decrease volume. Alternatively you can use the volume ...
Turn the gain selector to select a gain setting. Gain is the amount of preamplification that the pa20r applies to the input signal. It is shown in db (1) . Start with the gain selector in the middle of its range at 9 db. Play some music with roughly average dynamics and adjust the volume to suit you...
The ac mains supply normally operates at either 50 or 60 hz (depending on which country you are in). Under some circumstances, this can cause an audible hum in your loudspeakers. Should you have any problems with hum in your system, please contact your retailer. To minimise the possibility of mains ...
As an option, the pa20r can be fitted with transformers to provide a balanced output via xlr connectors. This gives greatly enhanced immunity to electromagnetic interference, resulting in less noise, especially if long cables are used. This type of connection is often used in professional applicatio...
22 23 connecting power amplifiers connecting power amplifiers instead of one stereo power amplifier, you may prefer to use two monobloc amplifiers (such as our 125m) in conjunction with your pa20r. Connect output 1 left of the pa20r to the audio input of one of the monoblocs and output 1 right to th...
If you have two matched amplifiers (such as two tag mclaren audio 100ps), you can connect them as shown here. This arrangement has the added advantage of allowing you to place each amplifier close to the loudspeaker it is feeding, thus enabling you to connect them together with short cables. Connect...
Tag mclaren audio equipment is designed to give optimum performance for many years. Just like a high-quality car, the performance of your pa20r will improve during the first few hours of operation. The electronic components will then have reached and settled down to near- perfect specification. Ever...
Service the only service you should do to your pa20r is described on the left. All other servicing should only be carried out by one of our authorised service agents. If service is required, please contact your authorised tag mclaren audio retailer. If your pa20r is still under guarantee, please ref...
31 technical data technical data 30 less than 0.007% greater than 100 db at 1 khz greater than 100 db at 1 khz non-inverting for all inputs and outputs 100 Ω nominal greater than 7.7 v rms (20 dbm) output 1 phono socket output 2 phono socket output 3 xlr (optional connection) frequency response (20 ...
33 technical data technical data 32 greater than 63 db 10 – 35 ˚ c 50 – 60 hz 110 – 120 v or 220 – 240 v the voltage is marked on the rear of the unit less than 25 w 445 mm wide 75 mm high 336 mm deep headphone output impedance signal to noise (headphone output) muting attenuation operating temperat...
International standards 34 your pa20r meets or exceeds all the legal requirements listed below: units supplied in usa and canada also comply with ul6500: rev. Dec 1997 directives safety emc emissions emc immunity 89/336/eec emc directive (as amended by 93/23/eec) 73/23/eec low voltage directive (as ...
