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SLP 05
Pure Balanced Vacuum Tube
Preamplifier
NOTE: Before installing your new component, please read this manual
carefully as it will inform you of the product specifications, proper
installation and correct operating procedures for yo
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................. 2 Welcome Product Overview ................................................................................................................................. 4 Circuitry ............................................................................................................................................... 5 Unpacking and In
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: The triangle with the lightning flash symbol displayed on the unit advises the user of dangerous un-insulated voltage inside the product’s enclosure. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. There are no user- serviceable parts inside; it is recommended that only qualified personnel service this component. ALERT: The triangle with the exclamation point symbol on the component suggests that the owner refer to im
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 15. REPLACEMENT PARTS: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those having the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 16. SAFETY CHECK: Upon completion of any service or repairs to the unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to ensure the unit is in proper operating
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WELCOME PRODUCT OVERVIEW We at Cary Audio Design would like to thank you for purchasing the new SLP 05 preamplifier. The following is an overview of the design characteristics of the SLP 05. The SLP 05 employs a fully balanced circuit topology, from input-to-output, that actively cancels external electrical and radio frequency noise picked up by audio cables. The sonic result is a greatly improved signal-to-noise level ratio with palpable, three-dimensional images of instrume
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WELCOME CIRCUITRY The SLP 05 is a no compromise line stage and headphone amp. The power supply is vacuum tube rectified and has a 5AR4 vacuum tube rectifier lying on its side inside the unit. The 5AR4 tube has a separate cathode from the filament so any position of mounting is proper. It was horizontally mounted to keep the power supply the same height as the preamplifier. The rectifier tube provides the high-voltage (B+) plate voltage. Two separate filter chokes and a fully regula
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WELCOME UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION Unpacking Your Cary Audio Design product was shipped in a carton particularly designed to protect its contents, and special care has been taken to prevent damage during shipping. Carefully remove your new component from its packing carton and examine it closely for signs of shipping damage. If shipping damage is discovered, document the damage with photographs, contact the transport carrier immediately, and retain the packing as evidence. We s
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SPECIFICATIONS Operating the SLP 05 Preamplifier is a simple procedure since each unit is designed for long- term stability in virtually any home operating situation. However, if the unit is operated outside the parameters outlined in this owner’s manual, damage may occur. Please read this manual carefully before operating your new SLP 05 Preamplifier. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................................................................
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SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................ AC Power Requirements 117 or 234 VAC @ 50 or 60 Hz ................................................................................................................................................ Consumption 75 Watts – Operation, 25 Watts - Standby ....................................................
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CONTROLS FRONT PANEL PREAMPLIFIER 1. POWER LED (blue) The blue power LED will light to indicate that the 12 VDC voltage is applied to the input and output selector PC boards. The PC boards control the operation of the SLP 05. 2. READY LED (red) Indicates that the SLP 05 preamplifier has gone through the initial bias timing delay and is now ready to operate. Generally this action will take about 60 to 90 second to complete after initial turn on. 3. POWER SWITC
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CONTROLS 6. TAPE/MONITOR In the UP position this bat handle switch will activate the input jack on the rear panel labeled tape-in. This may be used for a tape recorder or for any other line level input.. 7. ON/HEADPHONES In the UP position will engage the headphone amplifier in the SLP 05. You should turn off your power amplifier when listening to the headphone section. Headphones in the 30 to 300 ohm impedance range will work well with the transformer coupled headphone section
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CONTROLS REAR PANEL PREAMPLIFIER Special Note: The balanced input and output XLR connectors follow the ITT Cannon pin out configuration. This pin-out calls for the shield to be wired to pin #1. The normal- phase (hot) is wired to pin #2. Pin #3 is the inverted phase. 1. CINEMA INPUT FROM PROCESSOR – RIGHT RCA 2. CINEMA INPUT FROM PROCESSOR – RIGHT XLR 3. TAPE INPUT– RIGHT RCA 4. TAPE OUTPUT– RIGHT RCA 5. SERIAL NUMB
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CONTROLS 13. AUX2 INPUT – RIGHT CHANNEL RCA 14. AUX3 INPUT – RIGHT CHANNEL RCA 15. XLR OUTPUT– RIGHT CHANNEL 16. RCA OUTPUT– RIGHT CHANNEL 17. POWER SUPPLY– 6 FOOT CABLE CONNECTOR 18. RCA OUTPUT– LEFT CHANNEL 19. XLR OUTPUT– LEFT CHANNEL 20. AUX3 INPUT – LEFT CHANNEL RCA 21. AUX2 INPUT – LEFT CHANNEL RCA 22. AUX1 INPUT – LEFT CHANNEL RCA 23. XLR2 INPUT – LEFT CHANNEL 24. XLR1 INPUT – LEFT CHANNEL FRONT PANEL POWER SUPPLY 1. PLATE VOL
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CONTROLS REAR PANEL POWER SUPPLY 1. REMOTE TRIGGER +14 VOLTS FOR POWER AMPLIFIERS 2. REMOTE TRIGGER +14 VOLTS FOR POWER AMPLIFIERS 3. 1A SLOW BLOW FUSE 4. AC POWER JACK 5. 1A SLOW BLOW FUSE 6. CONNECTION TO PREAMPLIFIER 7. 120v/50Hz-60Hz 8. 240v/50Hz-60Hz 9. SERIAL NUMBER 13
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CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL The SLP 05 remote control included with the SLP 05 is designed to function with several of our products. For use with the SLP 05, only the “Volume” and “Mute” buttons on the bottom of the remote will be used. If you have a CD-500 disc player, many of the other remote functions will be used to control its operation. It will also function with any of our other remote controlled preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers, and all products from the Concept line.
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OPERATION BASIC OPERATION The operation of your new SLP 05 is straight forward and not complicated. You may wish to stack the preamplifier on top of the matching power supply. Indentations on the top panel of the SLP 05 power supply will accommodate this set up. You certainly may separate the two units as well. The multi-conductor power cable is 6 foot in length to allow a separate location of the power supply. Operation can start after all interconnects and power cables have b
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SERVICE AND CARE CARE AND CLEANING Unplug the unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Clean the cabinet housing and front panel of the SLP 05 with a soft cloth and a glass cleaner (such as Windex). The frequency of cleaning will vary based on the cleanliness of the environment and the number of hours the SLP 05 is operated. Do not use solvents or harsh chemicals to clean the preamplifier. They may remove the labels or lettering from the chassis. Avoid letting the component become
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SERVICE AND CARE TUBE PLACEMENT CHART Refer to the diagram below for the location of the tubes and their functions. 1. 6SN7 tube – left channel positive phase gain – buffer 2. 6SN7 tube – right channel positive phase gain – buffer 3. 6SN7 tube – left channel balanced input buffer 4. 6SN7 tube – left channel negative phase gain – buffer 5. 6SN7 tube – right channel negative phase gain – buffer 6. 6SN7 tube – right channel balanced input buffer 7. 6SN7 t
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LIMITED WARRANTY Cary Audio Warrants to the original United States purchaser for use in the United States the Following Cary Audio Products for the Periods Indicated: 1. Power Amplifiers, Integrated Amplifiers, Surround Sound Processors, and Preamplifiers have a three (3) year parts and labor warranty from the date of the original purchase from Cary Audio. 2. CD or SACD players, DVD players, or Music Servers have an eighteen (18) month parts and labor warranty from the date of the
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LIMITED WARRANTY What Will We Pay For? We will pay for all labor and material expenses for items covered by the warranty. Payment of shipping charges is discussed in the next section of this warranty. How You Can Get Service? In the event that the owner needs to return the unit to Cary Audio for service or repair of a possible defect, he must follow the following steps: 1. Contact Cary Audio at 919-355-0010 to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number prior to
