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- Page 1 éloquence 250i Integrated Amplifier Owners Manual PERREAUX...
- Page 3 éloquence 250i Integrated Amplifier Designed and Manufactured in Dunedin, New Zealand...
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Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
Explanation of symbols used in this manual or on the rear of the device: Mains Plugs • This device is supplied with a non-rewireable mains plug for the This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence intended country. of uninsulated dangerous voltages within the enclosure of • Replacement mains leads can be obtained from your Perreaux dealer. sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Should you need to change the plug please dispose of it carefully. A plug with bared conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of socket. important operation, maintenance and servicing information •... -
Page 5: General Safety Instructions
Follow all instructions. • The power cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on • Do not use the device near water, for example near a bathtub, kitchen or pinched by items placed on or against it. sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, etc. • Unplug the device during lightning storms or when unused for long • Clean only with a dry cloth. periods of time. • Mounting to a wall or ceiling should be via a heavy-duty bracket or • DO NOT let objects or liquids fall into the device, expose the device to drip- shelf designed for audio equipment use. ping or splashing or place a vessel containing liquid on top of the device. • The device should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, • Keep this device out of reach of children. stoves, or other appliances that produce excessive amounts of heat. • DO NOT operate the device with the cover removed. • DO NOT place the device directly onto carpeted surfaces. • DO NOT bypass any fuse, replace only with the value and type specified. • Avoid exposing the device to extremely high or low temperatures. • DO NOT attempt to repair the device. In the event of a problem, please • The device should be connected to a mains power supply only of the contact your Perreaux dealer. type described in the operating instructions, and/or as marked on the • DO NOT operate this product in an explosive atmosphere. rear of the unit. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS ..................Balance ........................Ramp ........................Copyright and Acknowledgments éloquence 250i Manual Version 1.0 Copyright © 2009 Perreaux Industries Ltd. change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by Perreaux Industries Ltd. Perreaux Industries Ltd., Gladstone Road, Mosgiel, Dunedin 9024, New Zealand. Perreaux Industries Ltd. assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Perreaux, the Perreaux written permission of the publisher. The content of this manual is furnished for information use only, is subject to logo and éloquence are trademarks of Perreaux Industries Ltd. All rights reserved. Printed in New Zealand. -
Page 7: Introduction
Endeavour to understand every detail by familiarising yourself with the • MOSFET technology controls and features as you read. You will find it easier to install using the relevant sections of this manual as a reference. • Balanced input • Intuitive user interface We have attempted to explain every feature and operation facet clearly and • Highly customisable concisely. Your Perreaux dealer will be happy to assist if you encounter any • Infrared remote control unforeseen problems. • Smart home integration Read this manual, install your unit correctly and realise the sonic signifi- • Protection cance of your investment in Perreaux. • Construction Perreaux products are designed to provide the utmost in sonic realism and •... -
Page 8: Features
Features Highly Refined Circuit Design Balanced Input All Perreaux analogue amplification stages are based on circuits that have The éloquence 250i features a balanced input via XLR connectors, allow- been extensively optimised over many years of continuous development. ing optimal performance with the many high-end CD players and other By starting with excellent circuit designs and working with them over the audio components that utilise the benefits of balanced outputs. years, we are able to discover the many small refinements that add up to Intuitive User Interface superlative performance, in a variety of applications. The interface knob on the front panel of the éloquence 250i is the heart Capacitor-Free Signal Path of the user interface experience – allowing fundamental control of the The inputs of the éloquence 250i are DC coupled and there is not a volume, and intuitive navigation and adjustment within the éloquence single capacitor in the signal path that the audio signal passes through, menu system. -
Page 9: Optional Modules
Construction Regardless of the technology used, numerous details must be executed to fully realise the potential of a Perreaux design. The quality of individual components, the care and craftsmanship with which they are assembled and the exhaustive inspection and testing we employ help raise the value of Perreaux products. In addition to yielding the best performance, careful attention to details is the secret to achieving both reliability and longevity. -
Page 10: Installation
Installation Unpacking Other Devices The éloquence 250i is supplied with the following accessories: Ideally, your éloquence 250i integrated amplifier should not be located directly above or adjacent to other heat-producing products such as radia- • Remote control tors, other power amplifiers, etc. If multiple amplifiers are being used and • Mains lead space is restricted, placing them side by side is preferable to stacking. • This manual It is advisable to position your éloquence 250i away from (and if possible, We recommend you retain the packaging for reuse in case you need to connected to a power socket on a different circuit from) powerful electrical transport the unit at a later date. or electronic products such as TV sets, computers, cookers, fridges etc. Placement This will prevent the possibility of the strong electrical and electromagnetic emissions or interference given off by such devices adversely affecting the Your éloquence 250i integrated amplifier should generally be placed close to your primary source component, keeping interconnect cabling short. performance of your amplifier. Position all other components of your system close enough to your 250i to avoid having to stretch or extend any of the interconnect cables. Ventilation Requirements Your éloquence 250i requires dissipating considerable power in the form of heat. It should be placed in a position that does not restrict the airflow around it. -
Page 11: Quick Start
Quick Start If you are like us, the first thing you will want to do is to play your favourite Switch on your éloquence 250i piece of music through your new éloquence 250i integrated amplifier. The After checking the supply voltage compatibility with the voltage rating on following instructions are written to enable you to achieve this as quickly the rear panel, insert the power cord supplied into the rear of the unit and as possible. These are not comprehensive instructions, but are designed into the wall socket. Switch on the amplifier using the button on the front to enable you to play music now! panel. Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, as the éloquence Select the appropriate input 250i incorporates many features which enhance its operation. -
Page 12: Connecting
Connecting - Rear panel 12 13 Important: Pin 1: Signal ground Pin 2: Signal + (non-inverting) Before making any connections, switch off the mains power to all compo- Pin 3: Signal – (inverting) nents in your system. Shield ground: Chassis ground 1 Balanced Input Please refer to the owner’s manual of your balanced output source to The balanced (XLR) inputs accept signals from a source component with verify that the pin assignments of the output connectors correspond to the balanced outputs. éloquence 250i. If this is not the case, wire the cables so that the appropri- The pin assignments of the XLR input connectors are: ate output pin connects to the equivalent input pin. -
Page 13: Tape Out
2 Amp In 3.5mm (8”) plug. The trigger output voltage is 12V DC when the amplifier is not in standby and is 0V DC when in standby. The unbalanced (RCA) amp in inputs allow direct connection to the power amplifier sections of your éloquence 250i when used in conjunction with the The trigger output plug must meet the specifications shown below: Separate function (see Separate, page 24). Sleeve 3 Pre Out Sleeve: GND The unbalanced (RCA) preamp outputs provide a single-ended preamp level Tip: Signal audio signal for connection to an external power amplifier or active subwoofer. 4 Tape Out 7 IR Input The unbalanced (RCA) tape outputs provide a single-ended line level audio signal, suitable for recording from the selected source input. This output is The IR (infrared) input allows your éloquence 250i to receive un-modulated disconnected when INPUT 5 is selected; to prevent any potentially damag- commands from home automation systems or other components. ing feedback loops if the tape output is connected to this input. The IR input uses a stereo 3.5mm (8”) plug, and accepts voltages of 0V DC 5 Trigger Input up to 12V DC. The plug must meet the specifications shown below: The trigger input allows your éloquence 250i integrated amplifier to be Sleeve Ring brought in and out of standby by a remotely connected device; for example, Sleeve: No connection another audio component or a home automation system. The trigger input Ring: GND uses a mono 3.5mm (8”) plug and accepts voltages of 0V DC up to 12V Tip: Signal... -
Page 14: Analogue Inputs
Sleeve: GND the rear panel to ensure that your amplifier conforms to the power supply Tip: Signal in your area. Never attempt to connect the unit to an incorrect voltage – severe damage may result. RS-232 Port 12 AC Mains Fuse The AC mains fuse is user serviceable, and should always be replaced with The RS-232 (RJ45) port is used both for downloading new operating the same type and rating (see Technical Specifications, page 27). software into your éloquence 250i integrated amplifier (for example, should new features ever be added), and also for external control of the amplifier Notes: Fuses do not usually blow without a reason. Any doubts about fuse by systems such as Control4™, AMX™ and Crestron™. For more informa- failure should be conveyed directly to your Perreaux dealer. tion, please contact your dealer and ask about home automation systems. Ensure your éloquence 250i is disconnected from the mains power before 10 Analogue Inputs attempting to change the fuse. The unbalanced (RCA) analogue inputs accept signals from source compo- 13 Ground Terminal nents with single-ended outputs. The ground terminal on your éloquence 250i is most often used for the Input 1 / phono ground wire of a turntable, if you have the optional phono preamplifier installed. Connecting the ground wire from your turntables tonearm to this If you have a turntable you would like to use with the system, an optional terminal usually minimises any hum or buzzing to which the turntable may phono module is available from your Perreaux dealer. Once installed in your... -
Page 15: Operation
Operation - Front Panel 1 Standby Button 3 Volume Control/Interface Knob The standby button switches the amplifier between normal operation and Rotate to adjust the volume level of the loudspeaker output and the preamp standby. output. It does not affect the TAPE output. 2 The LED indicator The volume is raised or lowered in precise 0.5dB increments throughout the entire gain range. The volume increment will increase the faster the knob The LED indicator shows the AC mains power status of your éloquence is rotated, making it easier to move quickly between extremely low and 250i. The LED is illuminated when the power switch at the rear of the ampli- normal listening levels. fier is switched on and flashes slowly to indicate the unit is powering up and initialising. The LED flashes at a fast rate to indicate the protection has Note: When the home theatre input (HT LOOP) is selected, or an input is tripped and/or the amplifier requires user intervention. set to bypass the volume control (see Bypass, page 22), the interface knob... -
Page 16: Auxiliary Input
Operation - Front panel continued will have no effect on the volume level. 7 Auxiliary Input The auxiliary input allows the connection of a portable auxiliary source, for The interface knob is also used in navigating the éloquence menu system example an iPod™ MP3 player. The auxiliary input accepts a 3.5mm (8”) (see The Menu System, page 16). stereo plug. 4 Infrared Sensor Notes: The AUXILIARY input will automatically be selected as the current source when a plug is connected. When the plug is disconnected, the input Receives infrared (IR) commands from the supplied remote control. will revert to the last selected source, unless another source input was Ordinarily, your éloquence 250i must have unobstructed line-of-sight with selected while the auxiliary was still connected. the remote control in order to respond to remote control commands. The volume of the auxiliary source should be set to the highest level which If your integrated amplifier is to be placed inside a cabinet, you may use the provides the best performance without distorting the audio. IR input at the rear of the unit (see IR Input, page 10) to solve the problem. 8 Headphone Output 5 Front Panel Buttons The headphone output allows connection of headphones with a 6.4mm Use these buttons to control your éloquence 250i integrated amplifier. They... -
Page 17: Remote Control
2 Time MENU DISP The time key shows the time on the display of the amplifier. 3 Navigation Keys The navigation keys are used to navigate your way around the éloquence SOURCE VOLUME menu system and adjust various settings (see The Menu System, page 16). 4 Menu The menu key calls up the éloquence menu system, allowing you to customise various settings for integration into your system (see The Menu TIME System, page 16). 5 Mute The mute key causes the volume of the amplifier to be muted, or attenuated by a user customised amount (see Mute, page 16). 6 Display PERREAUX The display key adjusts the display options, scrolling through FULL, MEDIUM and LOW brightness and display OFF. Notes: If the display is set to OFF, the display will turn on when user input is detected then automatically turn off after the timeout duration has elapsed. - Page 18 Operation - Remote Control continued Setting the display option using the remote control is only temporary and will revert to the settings in the menu system when the amplifier is brought out of standby. To make the display options perma- nent you must set the appropriate display settings in the menu system (see Display, page 23). 7 Volume Up and Down The volume keys adjust the volume of the amplifier. The volume is adjusted slowly at first and progres- sively increases the longer the volume keys are held. This allows both fine adjustments while making it easier to move quickly between extremely low and normal listening levels. Note: When the home theatre input (HT LOOP) is selected, or an input is set to bypass the volume control (see Bypass, page 22), the volume keys will have no effect. 8 Source Up and Down The source keys scroll through the source inputs, provided they are enabled (see Enable, page 20). If an input is disabled it will not be available for selection using the source keys, although it can still be selected using the s-keys. 9 S-Keys The s-keys provide direct selection of source inputs, and can be customised to select your six most frequently used inputs (see S-Keys, page 25).
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Page 19: The Menu System
The Menu System The menu system can be used to configure the éloquence to customise aspects of its operation to suit your requirements, to operate in a particular type of installation, or to view important functional data. Home Screen The home screen provides easy access to the basic functions of the integrated amplifier: volume control, input selection and mute. It also provides an easy to read and highly legible depiction of the selected input and current volume setting. Volume Control Adjust the volume setting using the interface knob on the front panel (or using the remote control). The display will show the volume level in decibels (dB). The maximum volume setting is +31.5dB, while lower volume settings progress into the negative range with the minimum being -96.0dB. Input Selection Scroll through the available inputs using the ∧/∨ buttons on the front panel (or using the remote control). Notes: The labels for the inputs, as displayed on the front panel, can be customised for your conven- ience (see Labels, page 19). Disabling an input (see Enable, page 20) removes it from selection by scroll- ing from the front panel or remote control (although it is still available for selection via the menu system and the remote control s-keys). Mute Mute the volume by pressing the MUTE button on the front panel (or using the remote control). The mute mode is indicated by the volume level being replaced with MUTED in the display, which flashes while mute mode is enabled. If you increase the volume while mute is enabled, the mute mode will be cancelled and the volume will increase from the muted level. This is a safety measure to avoid situations where the volume might be increased while muted, only to have the system un-muted to an unexpectedly high volume. When mute is cancelled, the volume level replaces MUTED in the display and stops flashing. If you decrease the volume while attenuation is enabled, the volume level will reduce whilst remaining in the attenuated mode. When mute is cancelled, the volume level will increase by the set attenuation level. Notes: If the mute level is set to a customised setting (see Mute Level, page 22) the volume level will be attenuated by this amount when mute is enabled. The attenuated mode is indicated by the volume level changing to the reduced level in the display, which flashes while attenuated. -
Page 20: Entering And Navigating The Menus
The Menu System continued Entering and Navigating the Menus Using the remote control: • Press MENU. • Navigate up or down the options within a menu using ∧/∨. • Press > or OK to select an option. • Press < to go back to the previous option or menu. • Alter the setting using </>. • Press OK to save a setting. • Press MENU while setting an option to return to the menu. • Press MENU while in the menu screen to exit the menu and return to the home screen. Using the front panel: • Press the MENU button. • Navigate up or down the options within a menu by rotating the interface knob left or right or using the ∧/∨ buttons. •... -
Page 21: Main Menu
Main Menu The menu system is comprehensive and intuitive, and provides access to settings and features that allow you to customise how the éloquence 250i works within the context of your system. The main menu is the top-level of the menu system and consists of five sub-menus: Input Volume Headphone Clock Options System Input Configuration Each input on your éloquence 250i integrated amplifier can be customised in several ways to enhance either the performance or the ease of use of the system. Select The select menu allows you to choose a source input. An input will be available for selection even if it is disabled. Notes: The optional Phono and DAC modules must be installed for the phono and digital inputs to become available. The factory default input is BALANCED. -
Page 22: Labels
The Menu System continued Labels The labels menu allows you to customise the input name as it appears on the display. Any name can be entered, up to a maximum of 11 characters (including spaces). To change the selected input name via the front panel: • Rotate the interface knob or press the </> buttons to scroll through the available characters. • Press the interface knob to add the selected character to the input label and advance the label cursor. • Press the DEL button to delete characters from the input label and move the label cursor back. • Press the SAVE button to store your customised input label. • Press BACK to cancel changes and return to the menu To change the selected input name via the remote control: • Press </> to scroll through the available characters. • Press ∧ to add the selected character to the input label and advance the label cursor. • Press ∨ to delete characters from the input label and move the label cursor back. • Press the OK button to store your customised input label. • Press MENU to cancel changes and return to the menu The factory default labels are as follows: Input Default Label Balanced BALANCED Input 1 INPUT 1 Input 2 INPUT 2 Input 3 INPUT 3... -
Page 23: Balance Trim
Note: The volume difference will not be visible on the volume display – so when switching between offset sources, the volume display will not reflect the offset. The factory default volume trim is ±00.0dB. Balance Trim The balance trim screen gives you control over the relative volumes of the left and right channels for each input. The volume of one channel relative to the other can be changed in increments of 0.5dB, up to a maximum of 20.0dB. This allows for compensation of any slight imbalance that may be present on a particular source component. For example, the finest handmade cartridges are subject to small channel imbalance problems. The factory default balance trim is 00.0dB. Enable The enable menu allows you to select which inputs are available when scrolling through the inputs via the front panel or the remote control. Note: If an input is disabled, you will still be able to select it via the input select menu, or the remote control s-keys. The factory default has all available inputs enabled. Status The status screen displays all the user customisable settings for a particular input. A factory default setting is not applicable to the status screen. -
Page 24: Volume Configuration
The Menu System continued Volume Configuration The volume is not directly adjusted by the knob on the front panel, as per traditional potentiometer vol- ume controls; instead it is adjusted by software controlled volume circuitry. Since the volume control circuitry is under software control, it is possible to customise its behaviour in a number of ways. Initial Volume The initial volume screen allows you to set the volume level that the amplifier will be set to when it is powered up. Note: The volume level will change to reflect the current initial volume setting and will change as you alter the initial volume setting, giving you an indication of what the volume level is. The factory default initial volume is -40.0dB. Maximum Volume The maximum volume screen allows you to establish a maximum level to which the volume can be set. It is particularly useful if the system is sometimes used by people who may not be as careful as you would be – teenaged children come to mind. The factory default maximum volume is +00.0dB. Balance The balance screen gives you fine control over the relative volumes of the Left and Right channels. The volume of one channel relative to the other can be changed in increments of 0.5dB, up to 40.0dB – beyond this; the output of the reduced channel will be muted entirely. The factory default balance is 00.0dB. Ramp The volume ramp menu allows you to select the rates at which the volume will ramp up or down when changing between inputs and when muting. Selecting OFF results in no ramping of volume when changing between inputs and a direct change in volume to the muted level. Selecting FAST, MEDIUM or SLOW will result in a corresponding volume ramp rate. The factory default volume ramp is MEDIUM. -
Page 25: Mute Level
Mute Level The mute level menu allows you to select the level of attenuation the mute level employs when it is engaged. Selecting MUTED will attenuate the output entirely, whilst -10.0dB, -20.0dB, -30.0dB and -40.0dB will attenuate the output by the respective level. The factory default mute level is -40.0dB. Bypass The bypass menu allows you to select if the volume control is bypassed for any of the analogue inputs. When a bypassed input is selected, it becomes a unity gain (00.0dB) input and the volume control of the éloquence 250i is disabled. This is useful in situations where the éloquence 250i is being used to pass through a signal from a component with its own volume control, for example a surround processor or receiver. Care should be taken to adjust the volume control of the other component before selecting a bypassed input, as the resulting volume level may be uncomfortably loud. Note: INPUT 4 has the volume bypassed straight from the factory, and by default is set to be used as a home theatre loop (HT LOOP). Headphone Configuration The headphone amplifier in your éloquence 250i can be customised to ensure your headphones seam- lessly integrate into your system. Volume Trim The volume trim screen allows the volume level of the headphone output to be adjusted up or down to compensate for the different outputs of different headphone types. The factory default headphone volume trim is ±00.0dB. Headphone Balance The headphone balance screen gives you fine control over the relative volumes of the Left and Right channels. The volume of one channel relative to the other can be changed in increments of 0.5dB, up to 40.0dB – beyond this; the output of the reduced channel will be muted entirely. The factory default headphone balance is 00.0dB. -
Page 26: Clock
The Menu System continued Clock Configuration Adjust The adjust screen allows you to set the time. Format The format menu allows you to select between normal and 24-hour time format. The factory default format is 12 H:MM Location The location menu allows you to select where the clock is displayed. HOME shows the clock on the home screen only, STANDBY shows the clock only while the amplifier is in standby, BOTH shows the clock on the home screen and in standby, while DISABLED hides the clock from being displayed altogether. The factory default location setting is DISABLED. Options Display The display menu allows you to configure various attributes of the LCD screen and display layout. Brightness The brightness screen allows you to adjust the brightness of the display, or turn off the backlight altogether. The available settings range from 0, backlight off, to a maximum of 10. The factory default brightness setting is 5. Contrast The contrast screen allows you to adjust the contrast of the display. The available settings range from 0, minimum contrast, to a maximum of 10. The factory default contrast setting is 5. -
Page 27: Timer
Timeout The timeout menu allows you to select a time after which the display will turn off. Note: If the display timeout is enabled, the display will turn on when user input is detected then automatically turn off after the timeout duration has elapsed. The factory default timeout setting is DISABLED. Volume Bar The volume bar menu allows you to select if the volume bar is displayed on the home screen. The factory default volume bar setting is SHOW. Timer The timer menu allows you to configure your éloquence 250i to turn on and/or off at a particular time of the day. It is particularly useful to ensure your amplifier is at optimal operating temperature upon your return home from work, or used as a deterrent to would be burglars while you are away on holiday where it can turn on for a period of each day. The factory default timer setting for the timers is OFFDISABLED. Sleep The auto-off sleep menu allows you to select a period of time after which your éloquence 250i will go to sleep and enter standby. The factory default auto-off setting is OFFDISABLED. Separate The separate menu allows you to break the connection between the preamplifier and power amplifier sections of your integrated amplifier, letting you use the preamplifier and power amplifier sections independently of each other. This is particularly useful for inserting components between the pre and power sections, for example room correction, graphic equaliser or active filter. The factory default separate setting is DISABLED. -
Page 28: S-Keys
The Menu System continued S-Keys The s-keys menu allows you to configure which source inputs the remote control s-keys have instant, direct selection of. Enables direct selection of your six most frequently used source components. The factory default s-key settings are as follows: S-Key Default Input BALANCED INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 HT LOOP INPUT 5 System Unit Info The unit info screen displays information relating to your amplifier – software version, serial number, etc. Preset The preset menu allows you to save and restore user settings for your éloquence 250i integrated amplifier. Defaults The defaults menu allows you to reset the system configuration to the factory default settings. Note: Resetting the factory default settings causes any customisation of the amplifiers configuration to be lost – including input labels, gain settings, volume trims, etc. Although, customised user settings may be recalled from the preset menu if they were saved. -
Page 29: Protection System
Protection System Your éloquence 250i integrated amplifier employs a proprietary protection If the loudspeaker impedance is low the temperature of the amplifier will system to ensure reliability and long life of the unit and the speakers it is rise faster as the amplifier is working harder. If the amplifier is mounted in a connected to. The protection system comprises of five main protection cabinet or the ventilation slots are obstructed the over temperature detec- methods. tion may activate/reactivate after a short listening time. DC Detection DC Fuse Fail Detection The DC detection mechanism offers loudspeaker protection if the output AC Fail Detection of the amplifier goes to a high DC voltage because of excessive DC at a Over Current Detection source input or some internal fault. The over current detection system ensures the output devices are con- When DC detection occurs the output to the speakers are disconnected stantly operating within their safe operating limits and provides a fast and the PROTECT! screen is displayed. The éloquence 250i will try to response to temporary overload conditions. -
Page 30: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Distortion (THD + noise): The correlation between published specifications and sonic quality can be unreliable. A list of numbers reveals virtually nothing. All technical measure- Amplifier 0.002%, 1kHz at 1W into 8Ω ments must be subject to qualitative as well as quantitative interpretation. <0.01%, 20Hz to 20kHz at 1W into 8Ω Measurements of the éloquence 250i reveal excellent results by any standards. 0.002%, 1kHz at 250W into 8Ω <0.01%, 20Hz to 20kHz at 250W into 8Ω All specifications are accurate at the time of printing. Perreaux Industries Preamplifier 0.001%,1kHz (RCA) Ltd. reserves the right to adjust specifications without notice. All specifica- <0.002%, 20Hz to 20kHz (RCA) tions measured at 230V after a 10 minute warm up period. 0.001%,1kHz (XLR) Rated Power Output: 250Wrms per channel into 8Ω <0.002%, 20Hz to 20kHz (XLR) 500Wrms per channel into 4Ω Maximum Power Output: 360Wrms per channel into 8Ω Signal to Noise Ratio (unweighted): 530Wrms per channel into 4Ω Amplifier better than 98dB, ref. rated output into 8Ω Unbalanced Inputs 120dB, ref. 1Vrms at 0dB (RCA) Output Voltage: Balanced Inputs 120dB, ref. 1Vrms at 0dB (XLR) - Page 31 Gain: Audio Outputs: Amplifier 28.8dB Unbalanced 1 pair RCA preamp level Preamplifier -96.0dB to +31.5dB 1 pair RCA line level Gain Resolution: 0.5dB Other Connections: Channel Separation: Mains Receptacle IEC C14 socket Amplifier better than 105dB, 20Hz to 20kHz Earth Ground Terminal mini binding post Preamplifier better than 95dB, 20Hz to 20kHz (RCA) IR Input 3.5mm (8”) stereo jack better than 95dB, 20Hz to 20kHz (XLR) IR Output 3.5mm (8”) stereo jack Trigger Output 3.5mm (8”) stereo jack Channel Balance: RS-232 RJ45 Amplifier better than ±0.2dB Preamplifier better than ±0.2dB Optional Modules: Phase Accuracy: MM/MC Phono Module please refer separate manual...
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Page 32: Troubleshooting
Installation Notes Troubleshooting There is no power Please record the serial number of your éloquence 250i integrated amplifier for future reference. Ensure the AC power cord is connected securely. Ensure the mains plug is fully inserted into the wall socket and is switched on. Serial Number: _________________ Check the mains fuse of the amplifier. ______________________________________________________________________ Check fuse in the mains plug or adaptor. ______________________________________________________________________ There is no sound ______________________________________________________________________ Check that the source component is properly connected. Check that the source component playing. ______________________________________________________________________ Check that the speakers are properly connected. ______________________________________________________________________ Make sure the amplifier is not muted. ______________________________________________________________________ There is no sound on one channel Ensure the balance control is in the correct position. ______________________________________________________________________ Check speaker connections. ______________________________________________________________________ Check interconnects. ______________________________________________________________________ There is a loud buzz or hum ______________________________________________________________________... -
Page 33: Care And Maintenance
Notes: Always switch the unit off and remove the power cord from the rear of the amplifier before attempting to clean your éloquence 250i integrated amplifier in the manner described below. Never apply liquid directly to the amplifier. Never use abrasives. Contact Details Never rub in a circular motion. Perreaux Industries Ltd 9a Gladstone Rd Front Panel and Cover Mosgiel The front panel and cover feature a durable, high-quality annodised finish. Dunedin 9024 To remove finger marks and dirt, simply rub the surface with a soft cloth. -
Page 34: Physical Dimensions
425mm / 16.7” 143mm / 5.6” 363mm / 14.3”...
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