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ART Pro Audio TPS II - Tube Preamplifier System User Manual

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TPS II™ Front Panel Features


PHANTOM POWER +48V SWITCH

The TPS II

 can power any microphone needing +48 volts DC

Phantom power. Phantom power is supplied to pins 2 and 3 of the XLR
Input jack when this switch is depressed. The TPS II

 will slowly apply

and remove the +48volts, to prevent damage to microphones.

Be sure to turn down or mute the output of the TPS II

 when engaging

or disengaging Phantom power. Additionally, when disengaging, allow
30 to 45 seconds for the power to completely discharge. Most
microphones will make a sound like air leaking from a tire when
Phantom power is disconnected, but some can make some very nasty
low rumbles and whines as well.

Dynamic microphones should not be affected or damaged if they are
plugged into a line where Phantom power is present. However, if the
mic doesn't need it, do not use it. Some things are best left untested!


PHASE REVERSE SWITCH

The Phase Reverse switch is provided to reverse the phase of the
signal. This switch works on Pins 2 and 3 of the XLR output jack and