Cary Audio Design CAD-211M user manual

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CAD-211M
OPERATING MANUAL
Note:
Before installing you new CAD-211M, please read this manual carefully. This manual will
inform you of the CAD-211M specifications, proper installation procedures and operation
procedures. Also included in this manual are guidelines on how to properly service and care
for your new CAD-211M.

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SPECIFICATIONS Operating the CAD-211M amplifiers is a simple procedure since each unit is designed for long term stability in virtually any home operating situation. Therefore, if the unit is operated outside the parameters outlined in this owner’s manual, damage may result. Please read this manual carefully before putting your new Cary Audio Design CAD-211M mono block amplifier into operation. The following definitions are applicable to this manual. These definitions must be followed explicit

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2 - 300B Driver 2 - 6SN7 Input OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: 4,8 and 16 ohm INPUT POWER REQUIREMENTS: 117V/220V 50 - 60 Hz POWER CONSUMPTION: 265 watts "OPERATE" 220 watts "STAND BY" DIMENSIONS: 10"H x 12 1/4"W x 24"D NET WEIGHT: 90 lbs SHIPPING WEIGHT: 125 lbs POWER TRANSFORMER: 300 percent duty cycle wax impregnated OFC copper OUTPUT TRANSFORMER: 200 percent duty cycle wax impregnated OFC copper CAPACITORS: oil filled POWER SUPPLY CAPACITORS: 1500MF, 450V AC CORD: detachable WARM-UP TIME: 5 minutes BREAK

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1.3 Top Panel Features AC-ON SWITCH: Turns AC power on STAND-BY SWITCH: Turns high voltage on 1.4 Rear Apron Features OUTPUT: Three 5-way copper binding posts provide outputs for 4 ohm, 8 ohm and 16 ohm AC: 3 conductor shielded power cord to AC power mains INPUTS: One Single-Ended Input via gold plated RCA jack One Balanced Input via XLR connector (Note: When using Balanced Input, the toggle switch , located next to the XLR input jack, must be flipped toward the XLR jack) CAUTION Use of any

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INSTALLATION This section describes the unpacking and installation procedures for the CAD-211M mono-blocks. WARNING Do not attempt operation without the bottom plate attached. Contact with voltage in the CAD-211M can be fatal!!! 2.2 Unpacking All shipping containers have been specifically designed to protect its contents and special care has been taken to prevent damage under normal shipping conditions. Mishandling should be evident upon inspection. If damage is found, take care not to dest

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2.5 Power Requirements The CAD-211M is designed to operate from house current mains. The design voltage is 117 VAC at 50/60Hz. (Foreign units 220 VAC at 50/60 Hz) 2.6 Cables The speaker cables from the output posts to the speaker system can be any convenient length required. Select speaker cables of sufficient size to preserve the performance capabilities of your new CAD-211M. Heavy gauge #16 wire is suitable for distances up to 10 feet; #12 for 25 feet. Most audio dealers will have speaker

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listen to music, simply flip the stand-by switch to the “REAR” position. Under these conditions the CAD-211M is always ready for peak performance. 3.4 Break In Period The tubes, capacitors and output transformer take approximately 100 hours of music playing time to operate at peak performance. The CAD-211M may seem sterile or thin sounding right out of the box. After the first couple of hours, you will notice increased depth and tighter bass. This break-in period defies all engineering the

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factory without a Return Authorization Number from the Customer Service Department. Cary Audio Design will not assume responsibility for transit damage or loss if problems are due to improper packing or lack of insurance. WARNINGS Make no attempt to put the CAD-211M in service outside of the cabinet. Contact with high voltages found in the unit can be fatal!!! Completely remove AC Power Cord from the wall and allow 30 minutes for the high voltage capacitors to discharge through bleeder resisto