Input selector button filter selector button mode selector button cartridge selector button status indicators power button power led mute input mc/mm mode riaa/iec in 1 mc x 30 filter in 2 mc x 10 mono riaa mm direct riaa/iec left right left 0 db left right signal level left right signal 1 2 serial ...
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We are convinced it will give you many hours of listening pleasure. The ppa20 is dedicated to those who want to get the very best out of their vinyl records. It can accept the output of two turntables and includes the capability to fine tune the signals of both independently.The ppa20 also has switc...
This arrangement, which we at tag mclaren audio call ‘straight line technology’, is easy to describe but not easy to realise. The design has taken our expert engineers years to perfect. Time constant switching the ppa20 has a sophisticated muting system which protects your hi-fi and prevents annoyin...
‘straight line technology’ to give low-frequency response down to 0.1 hz dual mono design with independent left and right grounds precision riaa equalisation independent inputs for two turntables with independent ground connections settings for two different types of cartridge three gain settings in...
We know you are keen to get your ppa20 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 ppa20 (1) . Make sure that all the components of...
The input button allows you to select the phono 1 or 2 input. The input you have selected is shown by an led on the front panel marked in 1 or in 2. Pressing the input button switches the input from phono 1 to 2 and back (2) . Selecting input your ppa20 has independent inputs for two turntables. On ...
In order to work properly, the input and gain characteristics of your ppa20 have to be matched to your cartridge. The ppa20 has a choice of three predefined settings tailored to the most common types of cartridge (special cases are discussed on page 25). The three cartridge settings on the ppa20 are...
The information supplied with your cartridge should include its output level. If this is less than 100 µv (or 0.1 mv) (1) , use the mc x 30 setting; if it is between 100 µv and 400 µv (0.1 to 0.4 mv), use mc x 10; if it is more than 400 µv (0.4 mv), use mm. If your cartridge is of the moving magnet ...
The frequency response of the ppa20 has been tailored to fit precisely the requirements of the riaa specification.The ppa20 also includes a filter which meets the requirements of the iec (1) extension to the riaa specification, cutting out low (bass) frequencies to prevent ‘rumble’. To further enhan...
The mode button allows you to select the bandpass filter and mono output. The setting you have selected is shown by one (or two) of three leds on the front panel marked direct, filter and mono (1) . Pressing the mode button steps through direct, filter, filter and mono, and back to direct. The direc...
22 23 grounding outputs all the units in the tag mclaren audio f3 series are double insulated and do not require safety ground connections. Your system does not need to be connected to ground (audio engineers call this ‘floating’). However, if you want to ground your system, please contact your reta...
Transformer- coupled, balanced audio output (option) 25 special input loading in order to get the best reproduction of music, the input impedance (1) of the ppa20 should match the recommended load impedance of your turntable cartridge. The input impedance of the ppa20 is matched to the two types of ...
27 special input loading to calculate the value of the capacitor to connect to the load plug, you need to know the input (or load) capacitance that your cartridge requires for optimum sound quality. You should find this in the instructions for your cartridge. You can calculate the load capacitance b...
Your ppa20 is designed to amplify very small signals, which can make it sensitive to interference from other nearby equipment. You may need to move your ppa20, your turntable or the interfering equipment to remove the problem. If the mute light on the front panel of your ppa20 stays on, it may be an...
The only service you should do to your ppa20 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 ppa20 is still under guarantee, please refer to th...
Technical data 32 33 technical data this section is for those of you who really want to know the ‘insides’ of your ppa20. You will not miss out on any of the functions or performance of your ppa20 if you choose not to read any further. Mm 2.2 mv (relative to 175 mv rms output) mc x 10 220 µv (relati...
35 technical data technical data 34 frequency response (10 hz – 20 khz) total harmonic and intermodulation distortion + noise channel separation channel balance 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 325 mm deep low-f...
International standards 36 your ppa20 meets or exceeds all the legal requirements listed below: directives safety emc emissions emc immunity 89/336/eec emc directive (as amended by 93/23/eec) 73/23/eec low voltage directive (as amended by 93/23/eec) iec65: 1985 iec65 a2: 1989 iec65 a3: 1992 en60065:...
