AVID Pellar Phono Pre Amplifier User Manual

: June 17, 2024
: AVID

Table of Contents

AVID Pellar Phono Pre Amplifier
Product Usage Instructions
INTRODUCTION
PACKAGING
SERVICING
Controls and Connections
Warranty Statement
SPECIFICATIONS
Documents / Resources

AVID Pellar Phono Pre Amplifier

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Specifications

Model: Pellar Phono Pre-Amplifier
Warranty: Extended 5-Year Warranty
Transferable Warranty: Yes
Manufacturer: Avid
Website:https://www.avidhifi.co.uk/

Product Usage Instructions

Introduction

Avid is a leading force in engineering British high-end turntables.
The Pellar Phono Pre-Amplifier is designed to realize the full potential of not only Avid turntables but also other world-class turntables.
It is the result of advanced engineering and technology.

Warnings

Do not expose the power supply or phono unit to rain or moisture.
Any tampering with the components inside will invalidate the warranty.
The Pellar contains voltages that can cause serious injury or death. There are no user-serviceable parts, so do not attempt to open it. In case of failure, contact an approved dealer, service agent, or Avid directly.
The Pellar has a high output voltage that may overload pre-amplifiers if the wrong gain setting is selected. Refer to product manuals or consult your dealer for advice.

Packaging

Keep all the packaging in a dry place away from fire hazards.
The packaging is specifically designed to ensure the safe transportation of all parts.
If you need to return the unit, it must be shipped in its original packaging to prevent damage.

Parts Checklist

1 Pellar Phono Stage
1 Power Cord
2 RCA Loading Plugs

Servicing

Due to the careful design of this product, general servicing is not required.

Cleaning

To maintain the visual appearance, occasionally dust the surfaces with a normal duster. Avoid using cleaners containing abrasives, as they can damage the surface.

FAQ

Q: Can I open the Pellar to perform any repairs or modifications?

A: No, the Pillar contains voltages that can cause serious injury or death.
There are no user-serviceable parts, so it is strongly advised not to open it.
In case of failure, contact an approved dealer, service agent, or Avid directly.

Q: How should I clean the Pellar?

A: To clean the Pellar, simply dust the surfaces with a normal duster.
Avoid using cleaners containing abrasives, as they can damage the surface.

INTRODUCTION

Avid has long been recognized as a leading force in engineering British high-end turntables.
What might surprise some, is the technology and engineering involved in our Power supplies alone, surpasses that inside most amplifiers.
Avid applied their engineering ability to design a phono-amplifier called the Pulsare, capable of realizing the full potential of not only their own but all the current breeds of world-class turntables.
The highly awarded Pulsare was followed with the launch of the Pulsus and following further development and our ‘trickle down’ design policy we present the Pellar phonostage.
The Pellar phono stage is directly related to the Pulsus and has a common optimized internal circuit design to minimize hum and noise while maximizing the signal headroom.
Designed, manufactured, and tested entirely within our Huntingdon facility, the Pellar components, PCBs, and casework have all been optimized to create a product with the performance, longevity, and flexibility to provide a lifetime of service to the most discerning audiophiles.
We hope that you enjoy this product for many years!

WARNINGS

Do not expose either the power supply or phono unit to rain or moisture.
All components inside have been specifically optimized for the best quality reproduction. Tampering will invalidate any warranty.
The Pellar contains voltages that can cause serious injury or death and there are no user-serviceable parts and there is no reason to open it. In situations of failure return to an approved dealer or service agent or contact Avid directly.
The Pellar has a possible high output voltage and may overload pre-amplifiers if the wrong gain setting is selected. Please check product manuals or your dealer for advice.

PACKAGING

Save all the packing in a dry place away from fire hazards. The Pellar is a precision instrument and the packaging has been specially designed so that all parts are safe during transportation.
You should not have occasion to return your unit to us, but if you need to, the unit must be shipped in its original packaging to keep it from damage.

PARTS CHECKLIST

Quick Start Instructions 1
Pellar Phono Stage 1
Power Cord 1
RCA Loading Plugs 2

SERVICING

Because of the careful design of this product, general servicing is not required.

CLEANING

To maintain the visual appearance, occasionally dust the surfaces with a normal duster – no need for any sprays or polishes.
Never use cleaners containing abrasives, as this will damage the surface.

Controls and Connections

PHONO UNDERSIDE Controls

GAIN LEVEL MM – MC (low) – MC (high)
MC low is for high-output MC cartridges
MC high is for low-output MC cartridges

REAR PANEL Connections

INPUT RCA L/R
LOADING RCA L/R
EARTH POST
OUTPUT RCA L/R
MAINS IEC INPUT

User Notes

The Pellar allows the user to optimize the phono stage to the many different cartridges available.
This is achieved using the switches easily accessible on the underside of the Pellar phono unit.
The switches are configured in left and right channels and should both have the same settings.
The switches select between the three different gain options. For a normal high-output moving magnet cartridge, the switches should all be set to “OFF”. When using moving coil cartridges the switch position will depend on the cartridge output voltage and the preamp it is used with. Some experimentation will be needed to give the best results. As a general rule, the MC (high) setting is for cartridges with outputs from 100 to 500uV and the MC (low) setting is for 500uV to 3mV.
For Moving Magnet (MM) cartridges, the input resistance is fixed at 47K Ohms.
Moving Coil (MC) cartridges will usually require a much lower input resistance value and most cartridge manufacturers give a recommended loading value for their product.
Different loading values can be applied with the use of loading plugs.
Two are supplied with a 500 Ohm value which should suit a wide range of cartridges.
Please consult your dealer for different values.
The phono stage outputs are RCA-style connectors suitable for connection to your amplifier.
Red is the right output and White is the left output.
Channel inputs are not color but you should mirror the output connections.
Use the lower input RCA connections for the turntable and the upper RCA sockets for loading plugs.
If your turntable has an earth connection a binding post is provided.

Warranty Statement

UK Residents

AVID HIFI Limited products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the original date of purchase, or no later than three years from the date of shipment to an authorized AVID agent, whichever comes first, extending to five years subject to the product owner having submitted the Registration form (www.avidhifi.co.uk/register.htm).
Also, the following conditions are being observed.
The product must have been purchased through an authorized AVID dealer
This warranty is in favor of the original purchaser only, except where…
Warranties are transferable to subsequent owners provided the new owner completes the product registration form. The warranty obligation is passed from dealer to manufacturer.
During the warranty period, AVID will repair, or replace any defects in material or workmanship, without charge for parts or labor.
Should the product need to be returned a written description of the defect and a photocopy of the original purchase receipt must accompany it. Receipts must show the model, serial number, date of purchase, name, and address of the purchaser and authorized dealer, and the price paid.
Returned product must be packed in the original packing and returned to AVID or the original dealer by the customer at his/her expense. AVID will pay the return freight of its choice.
The warranty is void if the product has been used or handled other than under the instruction manual supplied, abused or misused, damaged by accident or neglect or in being transported, or the defect is due to the product being repaired or tampered with by anyone other than AVID or a dealer with prior authorization.
The warranty is void if the product serial number has been removed, altered, or made illegible.
The warranty is void if the product has been taken out of the country of purchase.
AVID shall not be held liable for incidental or consequential damages of any kind arising from the sale or use of its products.
The warranty applies to ex-demonstration products, using the manufacture date as the purchase date.
Where the product is sold under a consumer transaction (as defined by the Sale of Goods Act 1979) the statutory rights of the purchaser are not affected by this warranty.
Products are sold based on specifications applicable at the time of sale. AVID shall have no obligation to modify or update products once sold.

Outside UK

AVID has formal distribution in many countries throughout the world. In each country, the AVID importer has contractually accepted the responsibility for the product warranty.
Warranty should normally be obtained from the importing agent or distributor from whom you obtained your product. In the unlikely event of service required beyond the capability of the importer, AVID will, of course, back up the warranty.
Where the product has been either supplied directly or there is no current distributor, AVID accepts responsibility for the warranty period.
The returned product must be packed in the original packing and returned to AVID by the customer at his/her expense. AVID will pay the return freight of its choice.
The warranty is only valid in the country of purchase.
Products outside their original destination require that units with remaining warranty be returned to the country of purchase for the warranty to be valid.
The customer is responsible for freight both ways and all associated import and export charges.
Foreign distributors are not required to provide warranty service, or repair or change AC mains voltage on units that they did not originally import and sell.
Foreign distributors may at their discretion offer service for a fee.
MISCELLANEOUS. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES RELATING TO THE ABOVE PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
THE WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL COSTS OR DAMAGES TO THE PURCHASER.

WARRANTOR. Inquiries regarding the Limited Warranty may be sent to the following address: AVID HIFI Limited. Bicton Industrial Park, Kimbolton, Huntingdon. PE28 0LW ENGLAND

SPECIFICATIONS

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Extended 5-Year Warranty

AVID is pleased to extend the normal warranty duration to 5 years from the date of original shipping.
This warranty is transferable in the unlikely event that you would sell this unit to another party.
Register your product at; www.avidhifi.co.uk/register.htm