[. . . ] ALCHEMIST 8 PRODUCT EIGHT P R E I N S T RU C T I O N MANUAL POSITIONING The Product 8 Pre Amplifier does not need to dissipate any heat and therefore can be placed anywhere within the system. When using with the Product 8 Power Amplifier(s), do not stack. MAINS POWER CONNECTION The Product 8 Pre Amplifier comes with an IEC mains lead fitted with the relevant plug type for the country of use. [. . . ] If you are in any doubt as to which leads to use, please consult your dealer. Normal Stereo Configuration (Using one Power Amplifier) The Product 8 Pre Amplifier can be used in normal stereo mode with any model of power amp, although we would recommend the Product 8 Power Amplifier for optimum performance. The connection can be done in either through unbalance RCA or balanced XLR connection. The cables should connect the Product 8 Pre Amplifier `preamp output' with the `preamp input' on the Power amplifier. Bridged Stereo Configuration (Using Two Product 8 Power Amplifiers) The Product 8 Pre Amplifier can be in bridged mode when connect a Product 8 Power Amplifier per channel. This is done by connecting a XLR or RCA cable through one of the channel on the Product 8 Pre Amplifier `preamp output' to the bridged `preamp input' on one of the Product 8 Power Amplifier. Do the same on the other channel. Mains Fuse: Ensure correct rating and type for voltage used!Do not remove any panels for risk of electric shock! ALCHEMIST MAINS INPUT AC ONLY~ This unit has been factory set to operate at the voltage marked below: 8 CD AUX DVD TUNER TAPE MON BALANCED INPUT RIGHT TAPE REC PRODUCT EIGHT P R E 110 - 120V, 60Hz Fuse Rating: 2A T CLASS1 AUDIO PRODUCT SERIAL NUMBER: 220 - 240V, 50Hz Fuse Rating 1A T 1 2 3 4 5 6 LEFT RCA PRE-AMP OUTPUT XLR PREAMP OUTPUT RIGHT LEFT DESIGNED & MANUFACTURED IN HERTFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND SOURCE CONNECTIONS Be sure that your Pre Amplifier is switched off when connecting or disconnecting any leads. As the phono sockets on the Product 8 Pre Amplifier are gold plated, we recommend that, where possible, you use gold phono plugs on your interconnect leads. Gold to gold connections will ensure that a good electrical contact is maintained without the need for periodic cleaning. Take care that your input leads are correctly oriented for Right and Left channels. The Product 8 Pre Amplifier has six inputs, 1-CD, 2-AUX, 3-DVD, 4-TUNER, 5-TAPE and 6-CD-BAL. [. . . ] Tel: 01707-664607, Fax: 01707-664207 www. alchemist-audio. com e-mail: enquiries@alchemist-audio. com In the unlikely event that we should discover something that would improve one of our products, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice. Please note that, as with all hi-fi products, there are no user-servicable parts inside. [. . . ]