CANOR PH 2.10 Phono Preamplifier User Manual
- June 8, 2024
- CANOR
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CANOR PH 2.10 Phono Preamplifier
CANOR , spol. s r.o., Družstevná 39, 080 06 Prešov, Slovakia
Tel./Fax: + 421 51 7710 396,
[email protected] / www
.canor-audio.com
CANOR PH 2.10 phono tube preamplifier user manual
Dear music lover,
thank you for purchasing our CANOR PH 2.10 Phono Tube Preamplifier.
To preserve and maintain the best characteristics of your preamplifier, we
recommend you carefully read the following lines.
Safety instructions
Please read before putting the device into operation.
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Read the instructions – all safety information and instructions should be read before using the amplifier.
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Keep the user manual – safety and user instructions manual should be stored for possible later use.
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Follow the instructions – all safety and user instructions should be followed.
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Water and moisture – PH 2.10 amplifier should not be placed near water, for example near bathtubs, swimming pool, kitchen sink, etc..
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Accessories – do not use accessories not recommended by the manufacturer.
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Placement – do not place a device on an unstable pad. The device may fall, which can cause serious injuries to children or adults, as well as damage to the device. Use only pads or racks recommended by the manufacturer or pads sold to dealers with this device.
Any placement of the device should be in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and only accessories recommended by the manufacturer should be used. -
Ventilation – the unit should be placed the way to ensure proper air flow. That means it is not allowed to place the amplifier on a sofa, nor on an upholstered furniture. The amplifier may not be covered over when in operation, it would otherwise prevent proper air flow around the vent holes of the amplifier.
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Heat – amplifier has to be placed so as to avoid the heating effect from heat sources, for example radiators or stoves, or other heat-producing equipment. The distance from the back wall of the unit may not be less than 20 cm, and 20 cm above the area of PH 2.10 may not be any barrier. Alongside the unit should be ensured 20 cm minimal distance from other objects.
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Power source -the device must be connected only to a mains supply for what it is designed for.
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Power cord – it is necessary to pay particular attention to a power cord, it must be positioned in order to avoid setting foot on it, and ensure it is protected against mechanical damage.
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if you do not use the PH 2.10 preamplifier for a longer period of time – you should disconnect the power cord from the mains supply, or at least turn off the main power switch located on the back panel.
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Objects containing liquid – do not place these objects (vases, flowerpots), so that they can fall down on the amplifier, eventually, prevent the liquid from being leaked out on the amplifier.
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Damages requiring service – equipment should be repaired only by qualified service in the event that:
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power cord is damaged b) device dropped into the water or was poured
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device was exposed to rain
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device works incorrectly
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device fell down on the ground or is otherwise mechanically damaged
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Repairs – all repairs must be entrusted to qualified service
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General warning – use the device only in accordance with this user guide
The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be
observed.
To help you avoid an electric shock, do not expose the amplifier to rain or
moisture!
Delivery content
- shipping packaging
- CANOR PH 2.10 Phono Tube Preamplifier
- Power cord
- CANOR PH 2.10 user manual
Caution!
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive -Regulation of the
European Union 2002/96/EC governing the issue of separate waste collection.
This device may not be disposed of in unsorted municipal waste. Devolve the
appliance upon a collection center for recycling and disposal of electrical
and electronic equipment waste. Correct disposal of waste does not cause
negative impacts on the environment and human health. You will thus contribute
to protection of the environment.
CANOR PH 2.10 is a tube phono preamplifier for both MM and MC phono cartridges
and is equipped with a high-quality MC step-up Lundahl transformer. It
contains minimum number of amplification steps required to apply purely
passive corrections.
The PH 2.10 is designed with regard to the highest possible audio quality. The
overall electrical and mechanical construction is tailored to achieve this
ultimate goal.
- wiring circuitry without any global feedback
- PCB`s utilize our premium CMT ™ technology
- absolute selection and tubes matching with above-average parameters
- vacuum-impregnated transformer core
- transformer potted in a special anti-vibration compound
- hight variability of resistances and capacitances settings for all types of phono cartridges
FRONT PANEL
POWER – turning on and off the preamplifier.
MUTE – pressing this button results in an instant muting of the volume.
Subsequent pressing results in default volume.
DIMM -sets the display brightness in six steps whereby 0 is a turned off
display, and 5 is maximum brightness. After turning on, the display brightness
level is 3 and by repeated pressing or holding the button, brightness lowers
to values 2,1,0 and continues to rise until maximum brightness (5) is reached,
and repeatedly lowers until display is turned off. In state of a turned off
display during operating the device with function keys the display lights up
to brightness 2,and after afew seconds the display turns off again.
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MM – to use with Moving Magnet cartridges.
Gain: 46dBAvailable MM loads: 50pF , 150pF , 270pF , 370pF , 520pF , 620pF , 740pF and 840pF. -
C – this button will set the loading capacity for Moving Magnet cartridge (MM input) in steps: 50pF to 840pF.
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MC – to use with Moving Coil cartridges.
Gain: 70dB Available MC resistance: 10R , 20R , 40R , 80R , 150R , 300R , 600R , 1200R. -
R – this button will set loading resistance for Moving Coil cartridge (MC input) in steps: 10R to 1200R.
Main Rotary Knob = adjusting loads and resistance for dedicated input. Replaces the C / R buttons.
European Community Directives
This product is designed and manufactured in order to comply with existing
laws of the European Community.
This product is certified by testing laboratory and bears the CE mark.
Basics
Plug the power cord in PH 2.10. Turn on the PH 2.10 with the Power Main
switch, which is located on the back panel. When you turn on the main switch,
the PH 2.10 will set into stand-by mode – the red LED diode on the front panel
lights up. After pressing the Power button controlled turning-on sequence gets
initiated, which consists of cooling and preheating the tubes, thereby
extending their life span. The cooling cycle is also being carried out when
the unit is turned off, if the main switch on the back panel is not turned
off, i.e. after turning off via button on the front panel, and 45-second
countdown to cooling without indication begins. If you turn on the unit at
this time, the cooling will continue and will be indicated by flashing red
LED. When the cooling cycle is over then the main toroidal transformer gets
connected (the CANOR logo lights up), and then the slow start-up of voltage
begins. This cycle lasts 20 – 30 seconds.
Specifications
- MM: 50,150,270,370,520,620,740 and 840 pF / Gain: 46dB
- MC: 10,20,40,80,150,300,600 and 1200 Ohm / Gain: 70dB
- Output Impedance: 500 Ohm
- Inputs: RCA – MM / RCA – MC
- Outputs: RCA
- Total Harmonic Distortion: MM / MC <0,2% / 1V RMS
- Subsonic Filter: 18dB / Octave
- RIAA Accuracy: 0,3dB / 20Hz – 20kHz
- Signal-To-Noise ratio MM: 84dBV
- Signal-To-Noise ratio MC: 80dBV
- Tube Complement: 2x 12AX7 , 2x 12AT7
- Power: 230V / 50Hz / 50VA
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 435 x 120 x 405 mm
- Weight: 14 kg
Guarantee conditions
Your CANOR PH 2.10 Phono Tube Preamplifier is guaranteed against any defect in
materials and workmanship for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase
except for audio vaccum tubes that are covered by warranty for a period of
three months.
The warranty only applies if an original proof of purchase and acknowledged
certificate of warranty can be furnished.
The warranty covers defects in materials and labor, but does not cover misuse,
unauthorized modifications, and external causes such as acts of nature.