Chandler Limited GERM 500 MKII - Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Chandler Limited Germ 500 MKII. The Germ 500 is an updated version
of our original Germ 500. This unit has an improved faceplate layout and nicer look. It uses classic
germanium transistors in all class A, transformer balanced circuits. The Germ 500 MKII is our
well-known Germanium Preamp adapted for 500 series racks. We use the same transformers and amp
blocks to assure the sound is consistent with our rack version. We have updated the power on the
MKII so there are no power-up issues with current lunchboxes and rack systems.
Please feel free to call our shop anytime for help or with questions.
Phone: 1-319-885-4200
Email: [email protected]
Send repairs to: Chandler Limited
222 S. Cherry Street
Shell Rock, IA 50670
GERM 500 MKII
COMPATIBILTY-
The Germ 500 MKII is tested and proven to have no start up or power errors in these racks:
API 500v 10-slot with L200 PSU
API 500-6B Lunchbox
API 500-6B HC “new version” Lunchbox
BAE 11-slot with power one supply
BAE 6-slot portable with power one supply
BAE 6-slot with Avedis designed supply
Emperical Labs 2-slot (awesome rack and worth the money!)
A-Designs 2-slot
Purple Sweet 10
As of the release of this product we have not yet tested with the Radial Workhorse.
POWER SUPPLY RECOMMENDATIONS-
With ANY 500 modules (not just the Devils) we recommend using a rack with external supply. We feel
a power supply in such close proximity to the right hand slots of the rack can cause hum and noise
floor issues with many modules by many manufacturers. For this reason we mainly recommend the
API 500v rack with external L200 supply and the BAE 11-slot with external supply.
NOTES on BAE racks:
We recommend adding a wire from Earth to power supply common on all BAE racks. In many cases
hum can be avoided and Earth to common is standard procedure on most electronic equipment.