E160E160E160E160 160W Stereo Power Amplifier Owners Manual
9 2222 Instant Install If you are like us, the first thing you will want to do is to play your favouritepiece of music through your new E160. The
10 Increase the volume Slowly increase the preamplifier volume control to achieve a comfortablelistening level. CONGRATULATIONS! Now that you have
11 3333 Front Panel Functions Power Switch Depress this switch to turn power ON. Mute relay circuitry is employed in theE160 so output is muted
12 4444 Rear Panel Functions Caution! Please make all changes at minimum volume setting. Only increase thevolume after the connections have been m
13 AC Mains Input and Fuse AC Mains Input An IEC-standard mains input is provided at the rear of the unit. The AC cord setis removable, allowing
14 Speaker Output Terminals The E160 is equipped with one set of gold plated output terminals per channel.All terminals are clearly marked and co
15 5555 Special Design Philosophies Perreaux has been designing and manufacturing only the highest quality audiocomponentry for more than a quarter
16 “Form and function” are both tough masters. That is why our amplifier heatsinks are not hidden, but instead feature prominently in all our des
17 6666 Special Design Features Rugged Build Quality Mechanical strength has been a hallmark of Perreaux products since thecompany first started pro
18 Earth Isolation Switch The toggle switch on the rear of the E160 allows the internal circuitry to beisolated from the mains earth, whilst still m
1 Perreaux Industries Limited makes no warranty for the use of its products, other than those expressly contained in the warranty
19 7777 Maximising System Potential Interconnects and Speaker Cables An often-ignored area in high fidelity systems is the cabling connecting thevar
20 Note: 160 Watts is twice as loud as 16 Watts, not ten times as loud. Perreaux equipment is designed with substantial headroom built in – that i
21 8888 The Power MOSFET Today with the vast number of technical achievements occurring around theworld, many discoveries are overshadowed or obsc
22 their much smaller size, no filaments and greater reliability with reducedvulnerability to physical damage. Audio Applications When used in an au
23 High Frequency Response Probably, from the sonic quality point of view, the most important improvementis the power MOSFETs vastly superior high f
24 9999 Care and Maintenance The E160 has been designed to provide many years of trouble free enjoyment.It’s important to keep the exterior of the
25 10101010 Warranty Information and Obtaining Service 1 Year Limited Warranty The Perreaux E160 is warranted to be free from defects in material
26 11111111 Extended Warranty Registration Form Please complete this form and either fax, mail or scan and e-mail it to PerreauxIndustries Ltd.
27 12121212 Faultfinding Your System Cause and Elimination of Hum Hum is a particularly annoying form of noise in any high fidelity system and atsom
28 à When a piece of equipment is supplied with a three pin mains/line supply lead all three pins must be connected in the correct fashion - see
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29 Step 1 – Loudspeakers PREAMPLIFIER E160 A B Change the loudspeaker leads from one loudspeaker to the other. If the faultremains in loudspea
30 If the fault stays in loudspeaker ‘A’, then it is probable that the fault may existwithin the amplifier. Caution: Changing of any connectors must
31 Faultfinding Flowchart Swap loudspeaker connections Fault in loudspeaker A Fault in loudspeaker A? Swap amplifier outputs Restore speaker cables
32 13131313 Specifications The E160 specifications are detailed in brief and then subsequently in moredetail. In the detailed version, we attempt
33 Mains Input Voltage 100V, 110V, 120V, 220V, 230V or 240V AC at 50Hz or 60Hz (Set within the E160 at time of manufacture) Dimensions Width ...
34 Dynamic Headroom...>1.9dBThis indicates the E160 can pro
35 14141414 Physical Dimensions
36 15151515 Contact Details For more information please contact your Perreaux dealer, or contact: Perreaux Industries Ltd PO Box 47 413 Ponsonby A
37 Installation Notes
3 iiii Introducing the Perreaux E160 Power Amplifier Congratulations on your Perreaux E160 purchase. To realise the full potential ofyour unit y
4 iiiiiiii Important Safety Instructions Note: All safety and operation instructions should be read carefully before theE160 is operated. Keep the
5 àDO NOT attempt to repair the E160. In the event of a problem, please contact your Perreaux dealer. àDO NOT operate this product in an explosi
6 iiiiiiiiiiii Table of Contents iiii Introducing the Perreaux E160 Power Amplifier ... 3 iiiiiiii
7 1111 Unpacking and Placement The E160 is packaged for maximum protection. Please carefully read theinstructions below before proceeding to unpa
8 Ventilation Requirements For optimal performance, the unit MUST receive adequate ventilation. à Please do not install in a sealed cabinet. à Pl
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