Perreaux SXP2 User manual

SXP2

Passive Preamplifier

Owners Manual

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i Introducing the

Perreaux Silhouette Series

Desi ned as a ran e of hi h quality, yet affordable modules; the

‘Silhouette’ series will compliment and enhance your existin

system.

Drawin on our extensive knowled e ained from more than a

quarter of a century of developin hi hest quality audio products,

the ‘Silhouette’ concentrates our le endary desi n and build

quality into a compact packa e without sacrificin performance.

The Perreaux ‘Silhouette’ series provides performance levels

never before seen in its class.

Key Features

 Reference quality ALPS potentiometer

 Optimal PCB and round plane layout for increased

channel separation and crosstalk performance

 Hi hest quality fibre lass PCB with minimal internal

wirin

 Dual preamplifier outputs

 Line-out connections

 Compact

 Stylish

The Perreaux “Silhouette” series takes you even closer to the

elusive goal of “The Perfect Re-Creation of a Musical

Event”.

From all of us at Perreaux Industries Limited, thank you for

choosin the Perreaux Silhouette Series SXP2 Passive

Preamplifier.

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ii Important Safety Instructions

Note:

Please read all instructions carefully before attempting to

operate your Perreaux “Silhouette” SXP2 Passive

Preamplifier.

ALWAYS switch off power to your system before attemptin to

connect or disconnect cables.

ALWAYS disconnect your system from the mains before

attemptin to clean your unit.

ALWAYS keep electrical equipment out of reach of children.

ALWAYS unplu sensitive electronic equipment durin

electrical storms.

NEVER disconnect the mains earth from the system.

NEVER operate the SXP2 with the cover removed.

NEVER use any liquid inside the SXP2.

NEVER attempt to repair the SXP2. In the event of a problem,

please contact your Perreaux dealer.

NEVER expose the SXP2 to extremely hi h or low temperatures.

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iii Table of Contents

Introducing the Perreaux Silhouette Series ....................................

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Important Safety Instructions............................................................. 4

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Table of Contents .................................................................................. 5

Unpacking and Placement .................................................................. 6

Instant Install .......................................................................................... 7

Front Panel Functions .......................................................................... 9

Rear Panel Functions ..........................................................................10

Special Design Philosophies..............................................................11

Special Design Features .....................................................................1

Care and Maintenance .......................................................................15

Warranty Information ........................................................................16

Extended Warranty Registration Form..........................................17

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Troubleshooting Guide ......................................................................18

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Specifications........................................................................................19

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Physical Dimensions............................................................................21

Contact Details .....................................................................................22

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1 Unpacking and Placement

Unpacking

Procedure

The SXP2 is packa ed for maximum protection. To open, sit the

box upri ht and cut the reinforced tape at the top of the box. The

product can now be removed.

Pull the foam protectin end-caps off either side of the unit and

remove the black material coverin .

The SXP2 Passive Preamplifier is now unpacked and ready for

further installation.

Note:

Please retain all pac aging material for future transport.

Box

Contents

1 x SXP2 Passive Preamplifier

1 x Product manual

3 x Performance analysis charts

Placing Your

SXP2

The SXP2 should enerally be placed close to your source

equipment, thus keepin interconnect cablin between the SXP2

and associated components as short as practical. This will reduce

the systems susceptibility to radio frequency interference and the

ne ative effects associated with lon cables.

Ventilation

Requirements

The SXP2 is a passive electronic device. Ventilation

requirements are not considered an important factor in product

placement.

In the event that the SXP2 is to be incorporated into custom

cabinetry, please refer to the dimensional information provided in

the Physical Dimensions section of the manual (Chapter 12).

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2 Instant Install

If you are like us, the first thin you will want to do is to play

your favourite piece of music throu h your new SXP2 Passive

Preamplifier. The followin instructions are written to enable

you to achieve this as quickly as possible. These are not

comprehensive instructions, but are desi ned to enable you to

play music now!

Note:

Please ta e the time to read the SXP2 manual thoroughly

as it incorporates many features, which will enhance its

operation.

Placement

The SXP2 is a sensitive passive electronic device and best results

will be achieved when placed away from potential interference

from other components and electrical devices, for example AC

mains cords/outlets, transformers, hi h power amplifiers,

computers, etc.

Place the SXP2 close or near the source or input component in

order to make as short a connection as possible.

Turn off associated components

This minimises the potential to dama e any other components

when connectin your SXP2 into the system.

Connect source to SXP2

Connect the audio output from the source component to the input

of your SXP2 Passive Preamplifier. Refer to Chapter 4 for Rear

Panel information.

Connect SXP2 to power amplifier

Connect the audio output from your SXP2 Passive Preamplifier

to the input of the power amplifier. Refer to Chapter 4 for Rear

Panel information.

Switch on power amplifier

Turn on your power amplifier.

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Switch on source component

Power up your source component and start your favourite

recordin .

Turn it up

Slowly increase the SXP2 volume to achieve a comfortable

listenin level.

CONGRATULATIONS!

Now that you have achieved your first objective, sit back, relax

and please read the rest of the manual at your own pace in your

favourite armchair whilst sippin a lass of wine. You’ll find the

whole experience much more pleasurable whilst listenin to

music.

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3 ront Panel unctions

Volume Control

The hi h-quality, machined aluminium knob reminds the user at

every touch of the superior build quality desi ned into the SXP2.

Volume control motion is smooth and accurate, providin

absolute control with near infinite ain resolution.

Input Selector

Select one of the three source inputs via the input selector switch.

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