PRE3VB TM T w o C h a n n e l An a l o g Pre-Amplifier T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S Safety Information 2 Certifications/Standards 3 Warranty 4 Unpacking 4 Power Connection 4 Setup and Placement 5 Design Features 5 Single Knob Control Functions and Display 6
Explanation of symbols used in this manual or on the rear/underside of the apparatus: 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 enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of shock to persons.
Fuse replacement: This appliance is fitted with a non-rewireable 10 amp mains plug. The plug contains a 10 amp fuse. If the fuse has blown it can be replaced as follows: a) Pull out the black fuse cover/carrier. b) Remove and dispose of the blown fuse. c) Fit a new 10 amp BS1362 approved fuse into the carrier and push the carrier back into the plug. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Bel Canto products are automatically covered by a 90 day factory warranty that covers all internal parts and labor. Register online (http://www.belcantodesign.com/Belcanto_Warranty.html) within 30 days of purchase from an authorized dealer to automatically extend your warranty for 2 years starting from the date of purchase. If you do not have web access, please contact your dealer for assistance.
Because the PRE3VB runs cool, it can be placed in many system locations without compromise. We do not recommend placing weights or other objects directly on the PRE3VB. This may scratch or mar the chassis finish. Do not use harsh chemicals when cleaning the outside of your PRE3VB. Single Ended RCA and Balanced XLR connectors are available.
Front Panel Control Knob: Home Theater Bypass Operation: The control knob is a continuously rotating control with a push-switch function. Input 5 can be set to a home theater bypass mode (htb) that is used to pass the front left/right outputs from a multichannel processor output through the PRE3VB to the main L/R power amplifiers.
The PRE3VB Remote Control has a comprehensive set of control features that are not available on the front panel. To access all PRE3VB control features press the button marked PRE on the remote control. The Main CD controls will still operate in the DAC, PRE and Tuner modes. PGM: Used for programmable functions. Display: Toggles through display modes. When in OFF mode, the Display will come on momentarily when operating the front panel or remote control.
• The PRE3VB must be powered by either the VBS1 or the LNS1. If using the VBS1, please refer to the VBS1 User’s Guide for connectivity. If using the LNS1, please read the following • The LNS1 is designed to power Bel Canto VB equipped products only. Use of any cable other than the supplied power interconnect may damage either the LNS1 or VB equipped unit and will void any warranty. Certain non-VB equipped units can be factory upgraded.
• VB power interconnect jack to interface with either the VBS1 or LNS1 power supplies • XLR Balanced line outputs • XLR Balanced line inputs • RCA Line out • RCA Record out • RCA Inputs Bandwidth: DC-200KHz Volume setting for unity gain: 80.0 Signal to Noise Ratio @ 2 Volt RMS: >105 dB A weighted, 20Hz-20kHz Distortion @ 2 Volt RMS/1kHz: <0.
Application of Council Directive(s): 2004/108/EC and 2006/95/EC, as amended Standard(s) to Which Conformity Is Declared: EN 55013:2001 + A1:2003 + A2:2006 EN 55020:2007 EN 61000-3-2:2006 EN 61000-3-3:1995 + A1:2001 + A2:2005 EN 60065:2002/A12:2011 Manufacturer: Bel Canto Design, Ltd. st 221 1 Street North Minneapolis, MN 55401 USA The equipment identified here conforms to the Directive(s) and Standard(s) specified above.
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