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Owner's Reference
Owner's Reference
GCPH Phono Preamplifi er
Instructions for use
GCPH Phono Preamplifi er
Document 15-044-11-1
4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301
Introduction i
PH: 720.406.8946 service@psaudio.com www.psaudio.com
©2005 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.

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  • Page 1 ® Owner’s Reference Owner’s Reference GCPH Phono Preamplifi er Instructions for use GCPH Phono Preamplifi er Document 15-044-11-1 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 Introduction i PH: 720.406.8946 service@psaudio.com www.psaudio.com ©2005 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 2 When making connections to this or any other component, make sure all components are off. Turn off all systems’ power before connecting the PS Audio component to any other component. Make sure all cable terminations are of the highest quality.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Questions and 4 - 5 Answers Troubleshooting 6 - 7 Warranty 8 - 9 Service 10 - 11 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 Table Of Contens iii PH: 720.406.8946 service@psaudio.com www.psaudio.com ©2005 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 4: Introduction

    It is based on PS Audio’s unique Gain Cell Technology and over 30 years of designing state-of-the-art phono stages. PS Audio built its fi rst phono stage in 1973 and has been responsible for some of the most loved vinyl amplifi cation electronics the Audio world has ever known.
  • Page 5 You should expect unrivaled sonic qualities, with low noise, high performance audio being delivered to your system through this unique and ground breaking phono preamplifi er. Enjoy! 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 Introduction v PH: 720.406.8946 service@psaudio.com www.psaudio.com ©2005 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    An xStream Plus would be our recommendation. Use a Power It is further recommended that you power the GCPH with a PS Audio Power Plant if possible, or a UPC-200 or Ultimate Outlet if not. Power conditioning with the appropriate equipment will further the Plant benefi...
  • Page 7: Quick Start Guide

    A phono input on many preamplifi ers 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 Quick Start Guide 2 PH: 720.406.8946 service@psaudio.com www.psaudio.com ©2005 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 8 47K impedance setting. Using a lower impedance setting for a moving cartridge 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 Quick Start Guide 3 PH: 720.406.8946 service@psaudio.com www.psaudio.com ©2005 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 9: Questions And Answers

    Power amplifi ers would be an obvious candidate to keep the GCPH as far away from as possible. 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 Questions and Answers 4 PH: 720.406.8946 service@psaudio.com www.psaudio.com ©2005 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 10 We do not recommend removing power to the GCPH. We recommend leaving the GCPH powered at all times. 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 Questions and Answers 5 PH: 720.406.8946 service@psaudio.com www.psaudio.com ©2005 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    The GCPH will If the GCPH Phono Preamplifi er does not power up it is likely the unit is not getting AC power or the front panel Gain Control is set to off. Turn it clockwise to engage the on/off switch.
  • Page 12 This means the the cartridge body is not grounded and will lend itself to acting like an antenna for hum, hiss, noise and radio stations. If you suspect this is the case, contact your turntable manufacturer for assistance. 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 Troubleshooting 7 PH: 720.406.8946 service@psaudio.com www.psaudio.com ©2005 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 13: Warranty

    In the event the product fails to meet this Warranty and the above conditions have been met, the purchaser’s sole remedy under this Limited Warranty shall be to return the product to PS Audio or an authorized PS Audio repair center where the defect will be repaired without charge for parts or labor.
  • Page 14 PS Audio will fulfi ll the conditions of the warranty. Such product must be returned at the owner’s expense to the PS Audio factory, together with a photocopy of the bill of sale for that product, a detailed description of the problem, and any information necessary for return shipment.
  • Page 15: Service

    RA number must be inside the box to number qualify for service. If you are transferring your warranty, you must fi rst contact PS Audio or your dealer or distributor for details. To contact the PS Audio Service Department:...
  • Page 16 2. Insure and accept all liability for loss or damage to the product during shipment to the dealer or distributor’s Service Department and ensure all freight (shipping) charges are prepaid. If you feel your country’s dealer or distributor is either unwilling or unable to service your PS Audio If you have products, please contact our service department at service@psaudio.com or at the above contact...

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