clearaudio Smart Phono V2 MM-MC Phono Preamplfier User Manual

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Smart Phono V2 MM-MC Phono Preamplfier

Dear Clearaudio customer,
Congratulations on the purchase of your new smart phono V2 / smart phono headphone V2 MC /MM phonostage.
The smart phono V2 / smart phono headphone V2 features a power switch: We recommend that you keep the unit switched on in order to maintain a constant temperature for the electronic parts inside (this uses very little power).
The new smart phono V2 /smart phono headphone V2 also has a built-in volume control.
Please read this instruction manual carefully, to avoid any damage or loss of warranty.
This manual will help you achieve an easy setup and guarantees the highest pleasure for a long time.
We wish you a lot of listening pleasure with your new Clearaudio smart phono V2 / smart phono headphone V2 phonostage.
Clearaudio electronic GmbH

Safety instructions

1. General information
   Check the device for visible damage before using it for the first time.
   If the device is damaged, it should not be connected to the mains.
   Also, never connect the device if it has been dropped or gotten wet, contact your dealer to have the device inspected.
   Never expose the device to rain or moisture.
   Never touch the power cord of the device with wet hands.
   For your own safety, regular visual inspections of any defective insulation on the connection cable are also recommended. A damaged cable should be replaced immediately by a specialist!
   Never pull on the power cable to unplug the device, but directly on the plug!
   The inside of the device is maintenance-free, never open the housing or try to repair the device yourself. This can also lead to loss of warranty.
   If you do not operate the device for a longer period of time, we recommend disconnecting the power supply from the mains.
   Not suitable for children! Scope of delivery may contain small parts that can be swallowed.

2. Intended use
   The smart phono V2 is a phono preamplifier to amplify the signal of the phono cartridge.
   The intended use of the smart phono V2 in accordance with the information provided in the user manual only.
   The power supply may only be operated with maximum permissible connection values according to the technical data. Any other use or modification of this product is not intended.

3. Location of installation
   The device should only be set up on leveled surfaces.
   Avoid location with direct sunlight, temperature fluctuations and high humidity. Likewise, avoid placing electronic devices near heaters, heat lamps, or other devices that produce heat.
   The device is designed for operation in heated rooms.
   Never block the ventilation slots or cover the device with a cloth or similar.
   No objects with an open flame may be placed on the device (burning candles or similar).
   Phonostages provide a very high level of amplification, to address the fact that the electrical signal generated by a phono cartridge is extremely low. As a result, phonostages are extremely sensitive, which leads to the potential problem that high-frequency interference may also be amplified to a point at which it becomes noticeable. Unfortunately it is not possible to completely protect the sensitive phonostage circuitry from this interference without degrading its high fidelity performance.
   Therefore care must be taken to position the phonostage away from sources of high frequency interferences such as mobile phones, modems and powerline communication systems (PLC) in which data is sent over the mains power network.

4. Overload
   The product is designed to comply with all necessary safety regulations, however you should not leave the device unattended under extreme loads.

5. Maintenance
   Only use a soft cloth with a smooth surface for cleaning. Never use agressive cleaning detergent.

6. Health information
   Permanently high volume can lead to various types of hearing damage. Use high volume responsibly!

7. Service
   During the gurantee period, the smart phono V2 may only be repaired by the manufacturer, otherweise the warranty will become void.
   All Clearaudio products should only be serviced by specialist retailer.
   If despite the high production standard, a repair is necessary, the smart phono V2 must be sent to Clearaudio through your dealer.

8. Transport
   Always us the original packaging when transporting the Clearaudio smart phono V2.
   Be sure to pack the device exactly as it was shipped.
   Safe transport is only guaranteed in the original packaging.
   When packing, proceed in reverse as described for assembly.

9. Disposal
   **** Do not dispose this product together with other waste.
   WEEE Reg. No.: DE26004446

10. CE Marking
    This electronic product corresponds to the applicable guidelines for obtaining the CE mark.

Package contents

The Clearaudio smart phono V2 is delivered in a special designed packaging for this product.
Ensure that the packaging has no external damage, such as shipping damage.
Please retain the packaging, as only the original packaging provides the necessary protection and stability during any subsequent transportation.
Please check the contents of you’re newly purchased phono preamplifier.

Pic. 1: Package contents

1. smart phono V2 /smart phono headphone V2 hardwired power supply incl. country specific adapter
2. Without image: User manual,Warranty card, Clearaudio Quality Card, return delivery note

Setup

Connect the ground of the turntable/tonearm to the smart phono V2 / smart phono headphone V2.
To select either the MC (moving coil) or MM (moving magnet) mode of the smart phono V2 / smart phono headphone V2 according to your cartridge type, simply use the switches on the bottom side (one each for left and right channels): Position MM = button not pressed, Position MC = button pressed in.

Now you can proceed with connecting the smart phono V2 / smart phono headphone V2 to your MC/MM cartridge and preamplifier. The input impedance (input load resistor / capacitance) can be adjusted according to the cartridge requirements, using the jumpers on the bottom of the unit.
Finally, connect the power supply to the mains. For disconnecting, please follow these instructions in reverse order.

– Attention –
Never cover or put anything on top of the smart phono V2 / smart phono headphone V2 as this could lead to overheating of electronic parts.
If the unit is not in use for some time, please switch it off using the power switch on top of the device. Disconnect the device completely from the power supply by removing the mains plug from the socket.

Troubleshooting

If you have a problem with your smart phono V2, first check the possible causes to rule out incorrect operation.
If the error persists, please contact your dealer!

Never try to open the device and/or repair it yourself, this will void the warranty!

connections of your hifi components.
Have you selected the correct operating mode?| Check the settings on the underside of the phono stage.
Is the device in „mute“ mode or is the volume set too low?| Check the volume setting of your device.
The connection cables are not properly connected.| Check the tonearm and cartridge connections due the their respective user
manual.
Devices with a headphone output only:
Are the headphones still plugged in when you are trying to play music through the speakers?| Disconnect the headphones.
Hum or noise| The ground cable is not connected or is faulty.| Connect the grounding cable from the turntable/tonearm to the respective
grounding connection on the back of the device. If there are several ground
connections, interrupt them one after the other and check the sound quality again.
The device should not be operated in the vicinity of high-frequency devices such as mobile phones or modems or on power supply systems used for data traffic (PLC).| Make sure there is a minimum distance of 30cm between the power supply units of any type and the MC preamplifier or phono preamplifier. Powerlan adapters should not be operated on the same socket as the phono preamplifier.
One channel quieter or louder| The channels of an input are set differently.| Check the settings on the underside of the phono stage. These must be carried out identically for an input.
Remote control does not work| The sensor of the phono stage is covered.| Do not place any other objects in front of the phono stage, as these could interfere with reception.
You are out of range of the receiver.| Get closer to the device.
The battery of the remote control is exhausted.| Replace the battery as described in this user manual.

Technical Data

Mode:| ‘MM / MC switchable by jumpers (at bottom) // Subsonic filter switchable by jumpers (at bottom)
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Amplification:| 34dB (MM mode) 54dB (MC mode)
Input load:| 50 Q, 100 Q, 500 Q, 1 kQ,
5 k4 / 150 pF, 250 pF, 400 pF (MC mode) 47 k4 / 150 pF, 250 pF, 400 pF (MM mode)
RIAA accuracy:| + 0.3dB © 10Hz – 100kHz
THD:| < 0.004% MC (“A” © 1kHz / -1dB @ MAX)
Signal to noise ratio:| 85dB (A) (MM mode) 72dB (A) (MC mode)
Headroom:| 18dB / MC (Gain Control on MAX)
Max. output voltage:| 10V eff. (1kHz)
RIAA:| delay time: 75ps / 318ps / 3180ps
Channel seperation:| > 90dB © 1kHz
Output impedance:| 75Q
Inputs:| unbalanced (RCA)
Outputs:| unbalanced (RCA)
optional headphone output (Jack: 3.5mm)
Power consumption:| Max. consumption: 2.7 watts
Consumption in operation: 2.7 watts Off mode: 0.0 watts
Power supply:| + 18V DC / 300mA (external power supply)
Total weight:| Approx. 620g (Preamp and power supply)
Dimensions (W/D/H):| Approx. 3.74 x 4.92 x 1.34 inches
Dimensions (W/D/H):| Approx. 95 x 125 x 34mm
Manufacturer’s warranty:| 3 years*

• Provided that the warranty card is correctly completed and returned to Clearaudio, or your product is registered online at https://clearaudio.de/en/service/registration.php, within 14 days of purchase.

The full, extended warranty period for the smart phono V2 is 3 years. To receive this full Clearaudio warranty, you must either complete and return the relevant section of the warranty registration card to Clearaudio, or register your product online at https://clearaudio.de/en/service/registration.php, within 14 days of purchase.
Otherwise only the legal warranty of 2 years can be considered.
The full 3 year warranty can only be honoured if the product is returned in its original packing.

WARRANTY
For warranty information, contact your local Clearaudio distributor.
RETAIN YOUR PURCHASE RECEIPT
Your purchase receipt is your permanent record of a valuable purchase. It should be kept in a safe place to be referred to as necessary for insurance purposes or when corresponding with Clearaudio.
IMPORTANT
When seeking warranty service, it is the responsibility of the consumer to establish proof and date of purchase.
Your purchase receipt or invoice is adequate for such proof.
FOR U.K. ONLY
This undertaking is in addition to a consumer‘s statutory rights and does not affect those rights in any way.

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Spardorfer Straße 150
91054 Erlangen
Germany
Phone /Tel.: +49 9131 40300 100
Fax: +49 9131 40300 119
www.clearaudio.de
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Clearaudio Electronic accepts no liability for any misprints.
Technical specifications are subject to change or improvement without prior notice.
Product availability is as long as stock lasts.
Copies and reprints of this document, including extracts, require written consent from Clearaudio Electronic GmbH, Germany.
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Made in Germany

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