Cary Audio Design Full Balanced Power Amplifier 2.125 User Manual

Model 2.125

Full Balanced Power Amplifi er

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OWNER’S MANUAL

NOTE: Before installing your new component, please read this manual carefully
as it will inform you of the product specifi cations, proper installation and correct
operating procedures for your unit. Also included in this manual are guidelines
on how to service and care for your new Cary Audio Design product.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Welcome

Thank You
Unpacking and Installation

Specifications
Basic Specifications

Operation
Connections

Switching On .................................................................................................7

Controls & Displays
Front Panel
Rear Panel

Service and Care
Care and Cleaning
Factory Service
Non-Warranty Repairs

United States Limited Warranty

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. The lightning

flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triang le i s intend ed to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated
dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Please refer to qualified personnel for service.

ALERT: The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instruction s in the literature accompanying the component.

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS: All the safety and operating ins tructions of your Cary Audio equipment should be read
before power is applied to the equipment.

2. RETAIN OWNER'S MANUAL: These safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. HEED WARNING: All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS: All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. CLEANING: Unplug the unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. The unit should be cleaned only as recomme nded
by the manufacturer.

6. ATTACHMENTS: Do not use attachments not recommended by the unit manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. WATER AND MOISTURE: Do not use the unit near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,
or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool.

8. ACCESSORIES: Do not place the unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall,
causing serious injury to a child, an adult, or damage to the unit. Mounting of the unit should follow the
manufacturer's instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9. VENTILATION: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the
unit and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The top or bottom panel
openings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The unit should
not be installed in a built-in location such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided. There should
be free space of at least 6 inches (16cm) above the unit and an opening behind the unit.

10. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: The unit may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a
plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature. If you cannot insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should fail to fit, contact
a licensed electrician to replace your obsolete ou tlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

11. POWER SOURCES: The unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your unit dealer or local power
company.

12. POWER CORD PROTECTION: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are unlikely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed on or against them. Pay close attention to cords where they enter a plug, or a convenience
receptacle, and the point where they exit from the unit.

13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING: If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the
antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, NSI/NFPA 70, provides information regarding proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an Antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

14. LIGHTNING: For added protection for the unit during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused
for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage to the unit due to lightning and power line surges.

15. POWER LINES: An outside antenna system should not be locat ed in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fa ll into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, take extreme care to keep from touc hing such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be
fatal.

16. OVERLOADING: Do not overload wall outlets, exten sion cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY: Never push objects of any kind into the unit through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could resu lt in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the unit.

18. SERVICING: Do not attempt to service the unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. REPLACEMENT PARTS: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electr ic s hock or other hazards.

20. SAFETY CHECK: Upon completion of any service or repairs to the unit, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the unit is in proper operating condition.

21. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING: The unit should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.

22. HEAT: The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other units
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

23. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: Before connecting a new component to your audio or home theater system it is

always good practice to make certain tha t all c omponents are turned off, and preferably unplugged from their AC
power source. Many modern electronics products feature automatic turn-on circuits that may be activated during an
installation, causing the potential for damage to electronic components and/or speakers. Such damage is not
covered by product warranties and Cary Audio specifically disclaims responsibility for any such damage.

Power Cord: The removable power cord that is shipped with the player is specifically designed to be used with this
product. Other AC cords may be used, so consult your dealer for advice on AC power cords and high quality wire in
your system.

AC Fuse: The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not user serviceable. If power does not come on, contact your
authorized service representative.

Wiring: Cables that run inside of walls should have the appropriate markings to indicate compliance with, and listing
by the UL, CSA or other standards required by the UL, CSA, NEC or your local building code. Questions about cables
inside of walls should be referred to a qualified custom installer, or a licensed electrician or low-voltage contractor.

Do Not Open the Cabinet: There are no user serviceable components inside this product. Opening the cabinet
may present a shock hazard, and any modification to the product will void your warranty. If water or any metal
object, such as a paper clip, coin, or staple accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source
immediately and contact Cary Audio for further instructions.

24. RECORDING COPYRIGHT:

permission of the copyright holder.

25. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provid ed to call the CATV system installer's attention to
article 820-40 of the NEC, ANSI/NFPA 70, which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies
that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry
as practical.

Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is illegal without

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26. FCC INFORMATION FOR USER:
CAUTION: ANY changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void

the user's authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to

Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installatio n. I f this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circu it different from where the receiver is connected.

27. OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION/SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION: If an outside antenna or

cable system is connected to the equipment, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide
protection against built up static charges and voltage surges, Section 810 of the national Electrical Code, ANSI/NFP
A70 (in Canada, part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code) provides information with respect to proper ground ing of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the
grounding electrode.

Keep Antenna Clear of High Voltage Power Lines or Circuits
An outside antenna system should be located well away from power lines, electric light or power circuits and where
it will never come into contact with these power sources if it should happen to fall. When installing an outside
antenna, extreme care should be taken to avoid touching p ow er lines, circuits or other power sources as this could
be fatal. Because of the hazards involved, antenna installation should be left to a professional.

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