Owner’s Manual Model Reference 5 STEREO PREAMPLIFIER 3900 ANNAPOLIS LANE NORTH / PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-5447 / PHONE: 763-577-9700 FAX: 763-577-0323 www.audioresearch.
Contents REF 5 Manual / 2-09 / 5-28-09 Model Reference 5 Section Page No. Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Model Reference 5 DISPLAY VOLUME INPUT VACUUM TUBE PREAMPLIFIER POWER PROC BAL/SE MONO INVERT MUTE RE F ER E N CE 5 HIGH DEFINITION ® PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA MADE IN U. S.A. REFERENCE 5 STEREO PREAMPLIFIER SERIAL VOLTS WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE AND SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS DEVICE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Model Reference 5 Preface Packaging Please take time to carefully read and understand the following instructions before you install or attempt to operate your Audio Research Reference 5 stereo preamplifier. Becoming familiar with the product and its correct operating procedures will help assure you of maximum musical enjoyment and reliable operation. The effort you invest now will be well rewarded in the years ahead. Save all packaging accompanying this product.
Model Reference 5 For approximately 40 seconds after start up, “Mute” appears in the display window and flashes until the automatic muting cycle is completed. This also occurs in the event of power interruption. Upon completing the cycle, “Mute” will cease flashing. The preamp will remain muted until normal operation is selected by pressing the “Mute” button. B A L / S E: Select as appropriate for each input. For source components having balanced (XLR) connections to the Reference 5, select BAL.
Model Reference 5 RECORD OUTPUT: The BAL/SE tape outputs should be connected to your recorder's “Record” or “Line” inputs. These outputs provide a fixed-level two-channel signal (L, R) to your recorder from whichever input is selected. The non-variable output level will be the same as the output of the selected source. It is possible to dub or copy from one recorder to another by connecting the output of the source recorder to an unused set of stereo inputs (Aux 1, Aux 2).
Model Reference 5 Specifications FREQUENCY RESPONSE: +0 -3dB 0.2Hz to 200kHz at rated output. (BALANCED, 200k ohms load.) DISTORTION: Less than .01% at 2V RMS Balanced output. Disposal and Recycling Guidelines To dispose of this electronic product, do not place in landfill. In accordance with the European Union Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive effective August 2005, this product may contain regulated materials which upon disposal require special reuse and recycling processing.
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DISPLAY: Selects one of seven display illumination levels, including off. When off, the display can be reactivated for 10 seconds at its lowest level by pressing any button (except Power) on remote or front panel. Installation of Vacuum Tubes After removing the top cover and the vacuum tubes packed in protective foam, see the accompanying illustrated sheet for instructions on installing the tubes for your Reference 5 in their proper locations in the power supply and audio section.
