Nady Systems TMP-1 MICPREAMP Stereo Amplifier User Manual
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1. Y 600 ohms LED MGIC ALONG bte Fuse Requirements and T250mA 5X20mm glass type Brie LEE 19 x 1 75 x 8 483 x 44 x 208mm a DE 4 6 Ibs 2 09 Kg The specifications above are correct at the time of printing of this manual For improvement purposes all specifications for this unit including design and appearance are subject to change without prior notice LEGAL INFORMATION NOTICE The information in this document is subject to change as the Company may make changes to product in order to improve reliability design or function without prior written notice No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without the written permission of the company IN NO EVENT WILL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHETHER ARISING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY SUCH AS LOSS OF PROFIT OR GOOD WILL THAT MAY BE SUFFERED IN CONNECTION WITH THE PURCHASE OF THIS PRODUCT OR FROM THE BREACH OF ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY LICENSE The Company grants the customer a non exclusive non transferable license to use the software if any accompanying this product for internal use on a single computer system The end user may make a single copy of the software solely for backup purposes otherwise2. N TUIS gt OWNER S MANUAL OUTPUT 5 PHASE OUTPUT SUA REVERSE LIMITER 2 TMP 1 CLIP LIMIT OFF Aa D gt 0 N 0 10 TUBE MIC PREAMP 426 46 460 440 o o amp o o OUTPUT LEVEL IMP 1 TUBE MICROPHONE PREAMPLIFIER TMP 1 Tube Microphone PreAmplitier piu J iu Ei BILT Congratulations on your choice of tube mic preamps you have purchased one of the finest tube mics on the market today This unit was developed using the expertise of professional sound engineers and working musicians You will find that your new NADY AUDIO TMP 1 has superior performance and greater flexibility than any other tube mic preamps in its price range Please read this manual carefully to get the most out of your new unit Thanks for selecting NADY AUDIO as your choice in tube mic preamps FEATURES Professional feature packed tube microphone preamplifier in a single space rack 1 RU housing The 1 is the perfect tool for a host of recording applications including use as either a microphone preamp or an instrument direct box for electric guitars bass guitars keyboard synthesizer or acoustic instruments The TMP 1 is a mono tube preamp e Hand selected 12AX7A vacuum tube circuitry provides a big e 48VDC Phantom Power Switch warm sound for microphones and instruments that will perfectly e Phase Reversal Switch f
3. no copies may be made of the software or any part thereof No other license of any kind is granted to any part of the product or any of the intellectual property therein SERVICE FOR YOUR NADY AUDIO PRODUCT U S Should your NADY AUDIO product require service please contact the Nady Service Department via telephone at 510 652 2411 or e mail at service nady com International For service please contact the NADY AUDIO distributor in your country through the dealer from whom you purchased this product DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THIS UNIT YOURSELF AS IT CAN BE DANGEROUS AND WILL ALSO VOID THE WARRANTY EUN ZA D AS C NADY SYSTEMS INC 6701 SHELLMOUND STREET EMERYVILLE CA 94608 Tel 510 652 2411 Fax 510 652 5075 www nady com
4. 3 3 20dB GAIN NORM SWITCH Use the 20dB GAIN NORM switch to set the gain range of the INPUT CONTROL 2 When the switch is out the TMP 1 operates in Normal mode depressing the switch adds 20dBs of gain For microphone applications where more level is needed push the switch in 4 PHANTOM POWER SWITCH Use the PHANTOM POWER to supply power to all microphones requiring 48V phantom power The TMP 1 phantom power is engaged and disengaged with this switch Phantom power is applied to pins 2 and 3 of the XLR INPUT 13 jacks when this switch is pushed in To disengage phantom power position the switch in the out position 5 6 7 8 9 1 5 OUTPUT LEVEL VU METER The output level of the TMP 1 can be monitored using the analog OUTPUT LEVEL VU METER The meter s OdB marking repre sents 12dB at the XLR output and 6dBu at the 1 4 output The output meter will also reflect any attenuation due to the output limiter when it is engaged 6 CLIP LIMIT LED The CLIP LIMIT LED lights green when the unit is powered The LED also functions as a clipping and limiting indicator The LED lights red when the audio signal reaches 6dB below hard clipping If the OUTPUT LIMITER SWITCH 8 is depressed the LED will light red when the limiter engages at which point the gain will be reduced automatically to avoid clipping 7 PHASE REVERSE NORM SWITCH When the switch is in the Out position of the output signal is normal Depressin
5. constitute a risk of electric shock CAUTION DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL An equilateral triangle enclosing an exclamation point is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and service instructions in the literature enclosed with this unit IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this electronic device basic precautions should always be taken including the following 1 2 11 Read all instructions before using the product Do not use this product near water e g near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc This product should be used only with a cart or stand that will keep it level and stable and prevent wobbling This product in combination with headphones or speakers may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears you should consult an audiologist The product should be positioned so that proper ventilation is maintained The product should be located away from heat sources such as radiators heat vents or other devices including amplifiers that produce heat
6. voltage for your area 115V 60Hz or 230V 5 2 Note Use at the improper voltage can damage your unit void the warranty 12 13 12 OUTPUTS Unbalanced 1 4 6 8mm and balanced XLR outputs Note Only one output 1 4 or XLR can be used at one time Do not connect to both at the same time or the signal will be severely distorted 13 INPUTS Unbalanced 1 4 6 3mm and balanced XLR inputs Note Only one input per each channel 1 4 or XLR can be used at one time Do not connect to both at the same time or the signal will be severely distorted SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Hespons8 ye a edu 10Hz 20KHz 3dB Total Harmonic Distortion THD Noise 0 1 gt gt 94dB Tone Controls BaSS once 120 100Hz ji d PER 12dB 10KHz TIE t TT ee 6 X MIC level impedance Balanced 3mV TM Cc 6 X LINE level impedance Unbalanced 100mV Outputs All controls flat High QUID iei 1 54 EOW eiie CR 0 5V impedance 4 Em 600 ohms m
7. The product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the product Replace the fuse only with one of the specified type size and correct rating The power supply cord should 1 be undamaged 2 never share an outlet or extension cord with other devices so that the outlet s or extension cord s power rating is exceeded and 3 never be left plugged into the outlet when not being used for a long period of time Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled through the enclosure s openings The product should be serviced by qualified service personnel if The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged Objects have fallen into or liquid has been spilled onto the product The product has been exposed to rain The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance moO U 2 The product has been dropped or the enclosure damaged Do not attempt to service the product beyond what is described in the user maintenance instructions All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel INSTALLATION To ensure years of enjoyment from your NADY AUDIO 1 please read and understand this manual thoroughly before using the unit INSPECTION Your TMP 1 was carefully packed at the factory in packaging designed to protect the units in shipment Before installing and using your un
8. g the switch reverses the phases of the output signal In multi microphone applications mic placement can affect the phase of the signals If your sound is thin or out of position reverse the phase to correct the problem 8 OUTPUT LIMITER SWITCH When this switch is depressed the output level is limited to OdB for the 1 4 output and 6 for the XLR output This is specially designed to prevent clipping of the audio waveform This also reduces the possibility of overload to any units connected to the outputs of the TMP 1 9 OUTPUT CONTROL The OUTPUT CONTROL sets the output level of the TMP 1 When the control is fully counterclockwise the output level of the TMP 1 is zero Turning the control clockwise increases the level of the output to a maximum of 10dB of gain This gain is in addition to the existing input gain CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS REAR PANEL 115V 60Hz 230V 50Hz AGINPUT SYSTEMS In FUSE SERIAL CA US 0 5A 250V 10 11 Rear Panel 10 AC POWER CORD IEC CONNECTOR WITH INTEGRATED FUSE HOLDER This standard IEC power cord receptacle is used to connect the AC power to your unit It features a built in fuse holder for a 5X20mm 0 5A 250V slow blow fuse If the fuse continuously blows shut off the unit and have it serviced by qualified service personnel 11 AC VOLTAGE SELECT SWITCH Before plugging in the power cord check to see that the unit is set for the proper
9. ill out your sound for recording Servo balanced XLR and unbalanced 1 4 TS Inputs and e Selectable output limiter circuitry to avoid clipping and protect Outputs connected equipment such as processors P e Rugged construction for maximum long term reliability Convenient analog VU meter allows excellent control of desired signal levels and also monitors the limiter function when the limiter is activated Shielded internal dual regulated power supply with 115V 60HZ 230V 50Hz select switch and fused IEC power cord connector Variable Input and Output Gain Controls with over 94 dB of available gain TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES 2 Date of Purchase WARNING RR RR RR RR RR RR RR D Run 3 INSTALLATION tent 4 Dealers Name CONTROLS AND 5 5 City mie Rl SNS NET ORARE 5 Back ES sete umma MER 6 otate Zip SPECIFICATIONS 10 ena nas 7 Model LEGAL INFORMATION 1 1 1 1 7 Serial An equilateral triangle enclosing a lightening flash arrowhead symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure which may be of sufficient magnitude to
10. it carefully examine the packaging and all contents for any signs of physical damage that may have occurred in transit Note Nady Systems is not responsible for shipping damage If the unit is damaged do not return to us but notify your dealer and the shipping company immediately to make a claim Such claims must be made by the consignee in a timely manner CONTENTS e Instruction manual e TMP 1 verify that the unit s serial number is same as shown on shipping carton AC Power cord Warranty Card RACK MOUNTING The TMP 1 fits into one standard 19 rack unit of space 1 3 4 Parts of the unit can become very warm during use This is normal during operation Care should be taken to ensure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling at least 12 or 30cm Do not place the TMP 1 on high temperature devices such as power amplifiers etc or the unit may overheat in operation Also do not place the unit on speakers as this may cause them to move and or fall due to speaker vibrations Although the unit s chassis is shielded against radio frequency RF and electromagnetic interference EMI extremely high fields of RF and EMI should be avoided POWER CONNECTION The TMP 1 has an internal power supply and is designed to operate from an external AC source Power requirements for electrical equipment differ from area to area Be sure to confirm that the voltage selected by the voltage selector switch on the back panel is proper f
11. or your area 120VAC 60 Hz or 230 5 2 per the information below Europe except UK 230V 50Hz UK and Australia 240V 50Hz USA and Canada 120V 60 Hz For other areas please check with local authorities When ready to operate plug the AC cord into the power source Make sure that the unit is turned off before connecting to the AC power source to avoid possible loud transients which can damage your speakers or your ears especially when monitoring with headphones CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS FRONT PANEL TMP 1 TUBE MIC PREAMP 2 3 4 Front Panel 1 POWER SWITCH Use this switch to power unit ON or OFF The integrated LED will light when the unit is ON Before turning on this unit verify connection to the proper voltage AC source check all connections and turn down the level controls of equipment connected to the outputs Note The TMP 1 will not output audio for approximately 16 seconds after power up due to the time it takes for the tubes to warm up Do not turn up the audio until after this warm up period to avoid possibly damaging speakers or your hearing due to improper level settings 2 INPUT CONTROL The INPUT CONTROL sets the amount of input gain of the TMP 1 turn the control clockwise to increase gain and counter clockwise to decrease gain You may control two ranges of gain with this control 26 to 60dB and 6 to 40dB Selection of the gain range is made with the 20dB GAIN SWITCH
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