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ZC ZPre3 - Control4 Compatible

Name: ZC ZPre3 - Control4 Compatible
Brand: Parasound
SKU: PARASOUND-ZC-ZPRE3-CONTROL4-COMPATIBLE

Model AZPRE · Series Z Custom

Half-width stereo preamp with XLR, sub out, remote volume, HT bypass, and Control4 support. Zpre3 gives compact systems smart, flexible performance.

At a glance

All specifications

Frequency Response: 10 Hz - 40 kHz, +0/-0.5 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: (20 Hz - 20 kHz) <0.015%
Interchannel Crosstalk: 62 dB at 20 kHz
Input Impedance: 24k Ω
Output Impedance: 470 Ω
DC Trigger Output: 12Vdc, 50ma

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Overview

Compact Control, Full‑Sized Sound

Drop the Zpre3 into your system and small setups feel big: sources snap into focus, bass integrates cleanly with your sub, and switching stays effortless—no clutter, just control.

In a half‑width 1U chassis you get five analog inputs including a front‑panel Aux with +12 dB auto‑gain, variable & fixed outputs including a dedicated sub out, a true Home Theater Bypass that auto‑selects when the unit is off, and Control4‑ready 2‑way RS‑232 (plus 12 V trigger and IR) for smooth automation.

Highlights

Front panel LCD function display with dimming
Automatic turn on volume memory
Favorite volume memory with remote control button
2-way RS232 w/ exact volume control & feedback
Discrete commands for all functions
Rename inputs to match connected source
5 audio inputs including a front panel Aux input
Bypass input integrates easily w/ a Sonos Connect® etc.
Bass, treble and balance adjustments by remote control
Variable and fixed stereo outputs
Variable and fixed mono/subwoofer outputs
12dB auto gain offset at front panel AUX to match levels of other sources
12V trigger output and rear panel IR input
Control4 Driver available
Rack mount kit sold separately

Specifications

Frequency Response: 10 Hz - 40 kHz, +0/-0.5 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: (20 Hz - 20 kHz) <0.015%
Interchannel Crosstalk: 62 dB at 20 kHz
Input Sensitivity: 250 mV = 1 V output Total gain = 12dB (volume set to 100) Unity Gain = Volume set to 88 Maximum Output: 3.5 V
Input Impedance: 24k Ω
Output Impedance: 470 Ω
S/N Ratio: >100 dB, input shorted, IHF A-weighted >90 dB, input shorted, unweighted
DC Trigger Output: 12Vdc, 50ma
AC Power Requirement: 5 Watts powered on 0.5 Watts in standby 100 - 250 VAC 50/60 Hz
Dimensions: Width: 8.5" (220 mm) Depth: 10" (254 mm) Depth: 12" (305 mm) with AC cord and cables connected Height, with feet: 2" (51 mm) Height, without feet: 1.75" (45 mm), 1U
Weight: Net: 4.0 lbs (1.8 kg) Shipping: 7.0 lbs (3.1 kg)
Rack Mount Accessory: May be Purchased Separately