Christie Vive Audio CDA2, Vive Audio CDA3 User Manual

Christie Vive Audio

User Manual

020-100355-02

CDA2/CDA3 Amplifiers

Christie Vive Audio

User Manual

020-100355-02

CDA2/CDA3 Amplifiers

NOTICES

COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS

Copyright © 2013 Christie Digital Systems USA Inc. All rights reserved.
All brand names and product names are trademarks, registered trademarks or trade names of their respective holders.

GENERAL

Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, however in some cases changes in the products or availability could occur which may not be
reflected in this document. Christie reserves the right to make changes to specifications at any time without notice. Performance
specifications are typical, but may vary depending on conditions beyond Christie's control such as maintenance of the product in proper
working conditions. Performance specifications are based on information available at the time of printing. Christie makes no warranty of any
kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of fitness for a particular purpose. Christie will not be liable
for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the performance or use of this material.Canadian
manufacturing facility is ISO 9001 and 14001 certified.

WARRANTY

Products are warranted under Christie’s standard limited warranty, the complete details of which are available by contacting your Christie
dealer or Christie. In addition to the other limitations that may be specified in Christie’s standard limited warranty and, to the extent relevant
or applicable to your product, the warranty does not cover:

a) Problems or damage occurring during shipment, in either direction.
b) Projector lamps (See Christie’s separate lamp program policy).
c) Problems or damage caused by use of a projector lamp beyond the recommended lamp life, or use of a lamp other than a Christie lamp supplied by

Christie or an authorized distributor of Christie lamps.

d) Problems or damage caused by combination of a product with non-Christie equipment, such as distribution systems, cameras, DVD players, etc., or use

of a product with any non-Christie interface device.

e) Problems or damage caused by the use of any lamp, replacement part or component purchased or obtained from an unauthorized distributor of Christie

lamps, replacement parts or components including, without limitation, any distributor offering Christie lamps, replacement parts or components through
the internet (confirmation of authorized distributors may be obtained from Christie).

f) Problems or damage caused by misuse, improper power source, accident, fire, flood, lightening, earthquake or other natural disaster.
g) Problems or damage caused by improper installation/alignment, or by equipment modification, if by other than Christie service personnel or a Christie

authorized repair service provider.

h) Problems or damage caused by use of a product on a motion platform or other movable device where such product has not been designed, modified or

approved by Christie for such use.

i) Problems or damage caused by use of a projector in the presence of an oil-based fog machine or laser-based lighting that is unrelated to the projector.
j) For LCD projectors, the warranty period specified in the warranty applies only where the LCD projector is in “normal use” which means the LCD

projector is not used more than 8 hours a day, 5 days a week.

k) Except where the product is designed for outdoor use, problems or damage caused by use of the product outdoors unless such product is protected

from precipitation or other adverse weather or environmental conditions and the ambient temperature is within the recommended ambient temperature
set forth in the specifications for such product.

l) Image retention on LCD flat panels.
m) Defects caused by normal wear and tear or otherwise due to normal aging of a product.

The warranty does not apply to any product where the serial number has been removed or obliterated. The warranty also does not apply to
any product sold by a reseller to an end user outside of the country where the reseller is located unless (i) Christie has an office in the country
where the end user is located or (ii) the required international warranty fee has been paid.
The warranty does not obligate Christie to provide any on site warranty service at the product site location.

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

Preventative maintenance is an important part of the continued and proper operation of your product. Please see the Maintenance section
for specific maintenance items as they relate to your product. Failure to perform maintenance as required, and in accordance with the
maintenance schedule specified by Christie, will void the warranty.

REGULATORY (if applicable)

The product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the product is operated in a commercial
environment. The product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of the product in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at the user’s own expense.

CAN ICES-3 (A) / NMB-3 (A)

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ENVIRONMENTAL
The product is designed and manufactured with high-quality materials and components that can be recycled and reused. This symbol

means that electrical and electronic equipment, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from regular waste. Please
dispose of the product appropriately and according to local regulations. In the European Union, there are separate collection systems
for used electrical and electronic products. Please help us to conserve the environment we live in!

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Information ....................................................................................... 1

Introduction .................................................................................................................... 3

Overview ........................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Features ............................................................................................................................................................................ 3

What’s In the Box? ............................................................................................................................................................ 4

Controls and Indicators ..................................................................................................................................................... 4

Front Panel ................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Rear Panel .................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Installation ...................................................................................................................... 7

Install the CDA2 or CDA3 .................................................................................................................................................. 7

Input Connections ............................................................................................................................................................. 7

Stereo Mode Connections ........................................................................................................................................... 8

Parallel Mode Connections ........................................................................................................................................... 8

Output Connections .......................................................................................................................................................... 8

Stereo Mode Connections ........................................................................................................................................... 9

Biamp Mode Connections ........................................................................................................................................... 9

Bridge Mode Connections ......................................................................................................................................... 10

Operation ........................................................................................................................................................................ 10

Turn the Power On ...................................................................................................................................................... 10

Turn the Power Off ...................................................................................................................................................... 11

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................... 13

Specifications .............................................................................................................. 15

Audio .............................................................................................................................................................................. 15

Connections.................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Power ............................................................................................................................................................................. 16

Block Diagram ................................................................................................................................................................ 17

Physical .......................................................................................................................................................................... 17

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Important Safety Information

Read this information thoroughly and completely before installing or operating Christie Vive Audio CDA2/CDA3
Professional Power Amplifiers.

• Read these instructions.

• Keep these instructions.

• Heed all warnings.

• Follow all instructions.

• Do not use this apparatus near water.

• Clean only with a dry cloth.

• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other devices

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

• Pr

otect the power cord from being walked on or pinched (particularly at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point from where they exit the apparatus).

• Only use attachments or accessories specified by the manufacturer.

• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the

apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart and apparatus comb ination to avoid
injury from tip-over.

• Unplug this apparatus during lightning stor m s or when unused for long periods of time.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect the AC power cord to completely remove power from

the unit before repair or maintenance.

• All servicing must be completed by qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

• Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

• Provide rear support if this product is mounted in an equipment rack.

• Do not install the amplifier near water where the electrical c om ponents can be exposed to moisture. Do

not place objects containing liquids, such as vases, on the product.

• Provide proper ventilation. Allow 31 cm (12 in.) clearance from the nearest combustible surface. Make
sure that vents are not blocked and that air can flow freely through the unit.

• Make sure tha t vents are not blocked and that air can flow freely through the unit.

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