Tech Lowdown

FAQs
• How do I connect the ZEN Phono to my turntable?
You need to connect your turntable’s RCA outputs with
the RCA inputs on the ZEN Phono’s rear, and also connect
your turntable’s ground with ZEN Phono’s grounding pin.
This is located just next to its inputs.
• How do I connect the ZEN Phono to my amplifier?
From your ZEN Phono output of choice, you go to your
amplifier’s inputs. The ZEN Phono is a fully balanced
product, so if your amplifier is balanced as well, we
suggest you use the ZEN Phono’s 4.4mm
Pentaconn output with a suitable cable. For equipment
with XLR balanced inputs, a 4.4mm ->2 * XLR cable is
required. For equipment with ¼” jack inputs, a 4.4mm -> 2
* 1/4 “ jack cable is required.
• What types of cartridges can the ZEN Phono
handle?
The ZEN Phono works with all electro-dynamic stereo
cartridges currently and historically manufactured,
excluding optical, capacitive and strain gauge types
which are exceedingly rare and require dedicated
electronics. Please refer to the manual and our online
calculator for detailed settings. (https://ifi-
audio.com/home/iphono-calculator/)
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