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[ironcorn]

Sorry why not use Parasound processor

Hi,
Back in the day I wanted to get a C2, but it was just out of my price range at the time. I got a good deal on an Anthem AVM 20 and used that with some Parasound classic amps and an A52/A23 combo to great success. I moved to an AVM 30 and was holding out, for as long as I could for the new C3, but it was time to buy and I went with the Anthem D2v. It's a great pre/pro.

[TommyV]

Interesting, I have an Sansui AU-317. I have not used for awhile (about 2 yrs) now. Been thinking about sending it in to get a good tune-up. I've owned it 20 years, and it is getting a little scratchy sounding on the knobs. It still had great sound though, the last time I used it.

Just remove those knobs and spray a little deoxit in there. Should clear right up :T

[John Holmes]

Just remove those knobs and spray a little deoxit in there. Should clear right up :T

Thanks for the tip. :T

[Peter Nielsen]

Just remove those knobs and spray a little deoxit in there. Should clear right up :T

:T Agreed! Super easy fix. (I would probably remove the top cover to reach the potentiometers for a more "controlled" spray).

[John Holmes]

:T Agreed! Super easy fix. (I would probably remove the top cover to reach the potentiometers for a more "controlled" spray).

Thanks Peter! I'll be sure to do that.

I'll stop hi-jacking this great picture thread now!

[brodricj]

My HT equipment rack

My rack is an ongoing work in progress. The equipment doesn't change very often, but the wiring is something I'm constantly trying to improve on. At the moment I'm building custom face plates for all the equipment for that seamless look. The equipment list from top to bottom:
Kaleidescape KSERVER-1500 1U media server
Pronto RFX9600 serial controller
HTPC
Touchscreen system controller.
Parasound Halo C2
Topfield PVR
PS Audio Power Plant Premier
DVDO VP50Pro video processor
Kaleidescape KP5000 DVD player
Kaleidescape KP5000 DVD player
2U storage drawer
Sony PS3
Foxtel STB and DLINK ADSL modem/router
Velodyne SMS-1
Halcro MC70 power amplifier
PS Audio Power Director 4.7
1700VA UPS.
Not seen is my main stereo amp, Aragon 8008Mk2, and in the back of the rack is the HP ProCurve Gigabit switch for the Kaleidescape and the Clipsal CBUS PCI interface. My screen is a Stewart Filmscreen Greyhawk RS Electriscreen and my projector is a BenQ PE 8720.
It all comes together quite nicely.

[Mig17]

Hi Brodricj
Very nice sys
You and I have similar amplifcation (Parasound halo C2 and Rotel amp)

[Chris D]

Helping you out with a big picture.

[Chris D]

Some mega-pics I found of the JC 2 while doing some online research:

[threetrees]

And some pics from a Norwegian website of the inner workings of various Halo equipment pieces:

what is the voltage of your a51,230v?
as you posted ,the photos inside the a51,would you like show me the clear photos to me ?thanks

[Chris D]

what is the voltage of your a51,230v?
as you posted ,the photos inside the a51,would you like show me the clear photos to me ?thanks

Hi, threetrees. My personal A51 is a standard US model, 120V. Which photos are you referring to? I'm pretty sure I've posted to this thread all the pictures I know of, of any Parasound items. (mine, others, or professional advertisement pictures)

[threetrees]

Hi, threetrees. My personal A51 is a standard US model, 120V. Which photos are you referring to? I'm pretty sure I've posted to this thread all the pictures I know of, of any Parasound items. (mine, others, or professional advertisement pictures)

sir ,the top photo,my a51 is 120v version,but the connectors on the power board is different from my 51,i though yours is 230v version,.
as the other guys discuss and the photo shows yours seems like 230v version. so i ask for the clear photos to help me conver the vol to 230v[IMG]

[threetrees]

[QUOTE=Chris D]And some pics from a Norwegian website of the inner workings of various Halo equipment pieces:



this photo! is it your a 51? :-y



here is my a51 below

[Chris D]

Ah, I see! No, that picture is from Norway, so I would not be surprised if that is a 230V version of the A51.

My A51 is a US model, 120V.

[threetrees]

Ah, I see! No, that picture is from Norway, so I would not be surprised if that is a 230V version of the A51.

My A51 is a US model, 120V.

thank you ,as mentioned i have converted to 230v sucussfully!!!!
it work very well!

thank chris d

[Chris D]

Great! Glad to see another case helped here in the Club.

[Chris D]

Reposted from http://www.theaudiobeat.com/ces2011/..._parasound.htm

Halo JC3 phono preamp internals:








Proposed Halo CD player:

[HDBLU]

hi all. I was wondering if anyone could tell me if you have the parasound A23 and if so can you tell me if yours have a HUM from the unit.

Am trying to fine out if it normal because I have the A23 and my one is Humming. I took it back to the dealer and they put a new transformer and that did not fixes it they think it normal and the repair guy said he could not hear it but me and my dealer could hear it and he said it louder then normal.

so wondering if I should take it back. thanks guys.

[Peter Nielsen]

hi all. I was wondering if anyone could tell me if you have the parasound A23 and if so can you tell me if yours have a HUM from the unit.

Am trying to fine out if it normal because I have the A23 and my one is Humming. I took it back to the dealer and they put a new transformer and that did not fixes it they think it normal and the repair guy said he could not hear it but me and my dealer could hear it and he said it louder then normal.

so wondering if I should take it back. thanks guys.

The mechanical transformer humming (i.e. humming even without speakers connected) could be caused by a DC-offset in the power of your home. That's why the repairman could not hear it. He was in a different location that has "clean" power. Have you tried a "hum buster" ? You can build one yourself or get a ready made one:

http://www.psaudio.com/ps/products/detail/humbuster-iii

[HDBLU]

Thanks peter,

I don't remember having a hum when I bought it. At my Hi-Fi shop it did HUM but at the repair place they said it did not HUM.

I also have a Musical Fidelity M6i Amplifier and that does not Hum.

I will have a look at the Hum Buster.

[Peter Nielsen]

I don't remember having a hum when I bought it.

That's a pretty clear cut case of bad power. Something has possibly changed in your neighborhood power grid that has caused the power quality to detoriate (new neighbors, new equipment, more use of fluorecent lighting, etc.). Toroidal transformers usually don't start to hum more with time. If they hum, they do so from day one.

I believe PS Audio offers a 30 day in home trial. (Or at least their return policy for the Hum Buster is equivalent to that).

[Peter Nielsen]

Have a look at this thread too. Post #159 has the schematic for a DIY DC-blocker (can be made for $10~$20)

http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/solid...filter-16.html

[Chris D]

Oh, baby... check out this setup this dealer just built. JC2 and JC1's. The speakers are new Dynaudio Confidence C4 MKII Signatures. Gallery here:

http://pal1982.smugmug.com/Other/C4-MKII-Signatures/17914954_V6fNfV#1380446721_vL74ssK-A-LB

[r100gs]

:agree: Sweet!

[wettou]

Oh, baby... check out this setup this dealer just built. JC2 and JC1's. The speakers are new Dynaudio Confidence C4 MKII Signatures. Gallery here:

http://pal1982.smugmug.com/Other/C4-MKII-Signatures/17914954_V6fNfV#1380446721_vL74ssK-A-LB

Magnificent

[wettou]

How much dou you think can I sell the http://www.parasound.com/vintage/hca2205a.php

I am planing to sell mine and put an ad?

[Peter Nielsen]

How much dou you think can I sell the http://www.parasound.com/vintage/hca2205a.php

I am planing to sell mine and put an ad?

One recently sold on eBay for $810. Use that as a ballpark figure.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/121050866309

[Dmantis]

Oh, baby... check out this setup this dealer just built. JC2 and JC1's. The speakers are new Dynaudio Confidence C4 MKII Signatures. Gallery here:

http://pal1982.smugmug.com/Other/C4-MKII-Signatures/17914954_V6fNfV#1380446721_vL74ssK-A-LB

My all time favorite speakers.