Krell Phantom II Quick Start - Manual

Note
Save all packing materials. If you
need to ship the Phantom II in
the future, repack the unit in its
original packaging to prevent
shipping damage.
Phantom II
Stereo Preamplifier
QUICK SETUP GUIDE
Getting Started Thank you for your purchase of the Krell Phantom II Stereo Preamplifier. The Phantom II
features Krell Current Mode circuit topologies, Krell CAST technology, and a robust
power supply for exceptional audio performance. A thoughtful suite
of menu options ensures that the Phantom II can be customized for the greatest
ease of operation.
Please contact your authorized dealer, distributor, or Krell if you have any questions
not addressed in the owner’s reference.
The preamplifier’s front panel provides power on, input and zone selection, level
control, menu functions, and status display. The rear panel allows connection to
audio sources, power amplifiers, AC power, and other system components.
The remote control provides power, preamplifier, level control, navigation and
customization functions, CD and DVD player controls and menu configuration.
Do not place the preamplifier where it could be exposed to dripping or splashing.
Do not remove or bypass the ground pin on the end of the AC cord. This may cause radio fre-
quency interference (RFI) to be introduced into your playback system.
The ventilation grids on the top and bottom of the preamplifier must be unobstructed at all
times during operation. Do not place flammable material on top of or beneath the component.
Turn off all systems’ power before connecting the preamplifier to any component.
Make sure all cable terminations are of the highest quality, free from frayed ends, short circuits,
or cold solder joints.
THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE ANY KRELL PRODUCT
1. Open the shipping box and remove the top layer of foam. You will see these
items:
2. Carefully remove all items from the shipping box.
3. Place the preamplifier in a safe location and remove the protective plastic wrap-
ping.
We recommend that you place the preamplifier on a firm, level surface, away from
excessive heat, humidity, or moisture. The preamplifier requires at least two inches
(5 cm) of clearance on each side and at least two inches (5 cm) of clearance above
to provide adequate ventilation. Installations inside cabinetry may need extra ventila-
tion.
The Phantom II preamplifier has superb regulation and does not require a dedicated
AC circuit. Avoid connections through extension cords or multiple AC adapters.
High quality 15 amp AC strips are acceptable. The use of AC line conditioning
devices is not recommended. The features provided by these devices are already on
board the Phantom II.
WARNINGS
Krell Phantom II 1
Unpacking
Krell Industries, LLC., 45 Connair Road,Orange, CT 06477-3650 USA
TEL 203-298-4000, FAX 203-891-2028, E-MAIL [email protected]
WEB SITE http://www.krellonline.com
Connecting the
Phantom II
to Your System
Position the preamplifier where you intend to use it in your system.
1. Neatly arrange and organize wiring to and from the preamplifier and all compo-
nents. Separate the AC wires from any audio cables to prevent hum or other
unwanted noise from being introduced into the system.
2. Connect the outputs of your source equipment to the appropriate CAST (18),
balanced (15), single-ended (16), or tape inputs (17) on the Phantom II.
3. Connect the main outputs (20) on the Phantom II to your amplifier’s inputs.
4. Connect the supplied AC power cord to the IEC power cord receptacle (26)
of the preamplifier.
5. Plug the other end of the AC power cord into AC power. The display (3) scrolls
through
PHANTOM II SOFTWARE VERSION
, and the stand-by/power LED (7) illumi-
nates red, indicating that the Phantom II is in stand-by mode. When the
scrolling stops, the Phantom II is ready to be powered on.
Note
Use only the power cord provided with the Phantom II to make the connection to AC power.
Operation with a power cord other than the one supplied by Krell can induce noise, limit cur-
rent, or otherwise impair the ability of the preamplifier to perform optimally.
After the Phantom II is connected to your system and to AC power, and the front
panel display has stopped scrolling, begin operation:
1. Press the power button (1) on the front panel, or the remote control power key.
The standby/power LED turns blue. The display shows the factory default input:
S-1 , and level: -inf . The Phantom II is now in the operational mode.
2. With the preamplifier output muted, or the volume fully attenuated, select a
source manually using the front panel input select buttons (8, 9, or 10) or the
remote input select keys. Start playing the source. Use the level control knob
(14) or the remote level keys to set the volume to a comfortable level.
3. To return the preamplifier to the stand-by mode, press the power button (1) or
remote power key. (We recommend leaving the Phantom II in the stand-by
mode when it is not playing music.)
The balance function allows adjustment of the left and right balance. The options
are:
CENTER, L .5-5 dB <, R .5-5 dB >.
1. Press the preamplifier menu button (5), then use the level control knob, or the
remote control up and down keys to select:
BALANCE.
2. Press the enter button (6) or remote enter key. The display shows the default
mode: CENTER.
3. Use the level control knob, or the up and down keys, to select the desired bal-
ance option from 0 to +5 dB in .5 dB increments, left or right.
4. Press the enter button or key to confirm the selection. The display reads:
BALANCE.
5. Press the menu button to exit the menu.
4 Krell Phantom II
Operating the
Phantom II
This product complies with the EMC directive (89/336/EEC)
and the low-voltage directive (73/23/EEC).
1 Preamplifier chassis
1 IEC connector (AC power) cord
1 Remote control 2 AAA remote batteries
1 T-10 Torx wrench for remote
1 Quick Setup Guide
Placement
AC POWER GUIDELINES
MODEL SERIAL NUMBER
Phantom II Preamplifier
Overview
The owner’s reference for this
product, including a detailed
description of features, technolo-
gies, and warranty is available on
the web at: www.krellonline.com
Channel Balance
Adjustment
Krell recommends using its
proprietary Krell CAST system
for unparalleled sonic perfor-
mance for connections
between the preamplifier and
other CAST-equipped compo-
nents. Krell CAST uses flexible
interconnecting cables that
can be drawn through tight
spaces and concealed.
The Phantom II also offers bal-
anced operation. This not only
minimizes sonic loss but is
also immune to induced noise,
especially for installations
using long cables.
KRELL
THE LEADER IN AUDIO ENGINEERING