Precision Stereo Preamplifier C-275
Ideal balanced line amplifier principle
Current feedback topology for superior operation stability
Complete mono construction with separate left/right transformers
Logic-control relays for shortest signal paths
Dedicated headphone amplifier designed for top-quality sound
Supplied remote commander
C-275
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Compensator Selector
The compensator circuit restores the natural frequency balance when listening at low levels. As the
human ear becomes less sensitive for the frequency extremes with decreasing loudness, the sound often
seems to be lacking in bass and treble at low listening levels.
* The degree of loudness compensation is not affected by the setting of the volume control.
Output On/Off Switch
This switch controls the signal at the output jacks. When wishing to listen with headphones only, set
the switch to OFF.
Tone Control On/Off Switch
This switch activates the BASS and TREBLE controls.
* When the switch is set to OFF, frequency response will be flat, regardless of the setting of the
BASS and TREBLE controls.
Bass Control
Turning this control to the right from the center (0) position boosts the lower frequency range and
turning the control to the left attenuates it.
Treble Control
Turning this control to the right from the center (0) position boosts the upper frequency range and
turning the control to the left attenuates it.
Balance Control
This control serves to adjust the left/right stereo balance.
Compensator On/Off Switch
Setting this switch to ON enables the loudness compensation as selected with the COMPENSATOR selector
Front panel contents
Attenuator Switch
This switch serves to quickly reduce the output level of the amplifier. The attenuation level can
be selected in three steps: -6 dB, -20 dB, and -30 dB.
Headphone Output Jack
A pair of stereo headphones can be connected to this jack.
* When wishing to listen with headphones only, set the OUTPUTS switch to OFF.
* Control the listening volume with the main volume control.
* Use headphones with an impedance of 4 - 100 ohms.
Tape Recorder Switch
Selectable TAPE 1/TAPE 2 and Recording output ON/OFF
Optional Analog disk equalizer amplifier AD-275
AD-275
Equalizer Gain Selector
This selector determines the gain of the phono equalizer for playback of analog records.
MM
Use this position for MM (moving-magnet) cartridges. The input impedance is 47 kilohms.
MC/60dB, MC/66dB
Use these positions for low-output MC (moving-coil) cartridges. Select the "MC/60dB" or "MC/66dB"
position, depending on the output rating of the cartridge.
* If the MC position is selected while an MM cartridge is connected, level overload and
impedance mismatching will lead to dull, distorted sound.
* When using an MC cartridge, select the load impedance after choosing the MC position.
* When switching to a different gain setting and leaving the volume control unchanged, an
increase in noise level may be perceived with high-efficiency speakers during pauses in the music
or when no input signal is present. This is due to the fact that the overall gain has increased
while the inherent noise level of the amplifier remains constant.
* When this selector is operated while the "AD" input position is selected, a muting circuit
cuts off the sound for about one second.
MC Cartridge Load Impedance Selector
This switch serves to set the input impedance of the phono stage to match the rated impedance of
the MC cartridge.
Normally, the appropriate settings should be chosen according to the following guidelines.
Cartridges rated for more than 20 ohms: "100" _ position
Cartridges rated for 20 ohms or less: "30" or "10" _ position
* Generally, the input impedance setting should be about 2 to 3 times the rated cartridge
impedance. However, since the requirements of some cartridges may vary, the final setting should
be determined by ear.
* If the input impedance is set to a lower value than the rated cartridge impedance, the sound
will be lacking in bass and the mid and upper range will sound harsh and thin.
* When this selector is operated while the "MC" position is selected, a muting circuit cuts off
the sound for about one second.
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