Opera Audio Cyber 30, Consonance Cyber 30 Instruction Manual

1

Cyber-30 signature edition

2A3 Edition

READ ENTIRE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USING

1. SAFETY INSTRUCTION
Read Instructions-All safety and operating instructions should be read before the amplifier is operated

Retain Instructions -Safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
Heed warnings-All warnings on the amplifier and in the operating should be adhered to.
Follow instructions-All operating and use instructions should be followed.
Water and moisture-The equipment should not be used near water, e.g., near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen

sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool etc.
Ventilation-The equipment should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. So the equipment should not be situated on a bed, sofa, or similar surface, e.g., that may block the
ventilation openings, or placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the
flow of air. The equipment should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat register, stoves,
or other electronic appliances that produce heat, so it may not suitable for commercial use.
Power sources-The equipment should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in this
manual or as marked on the equipment.
Grounding or polarization-Power-supply cords should be routed so that they ar e not likely to be walked on
or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords and plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the amplifier.
Power lines-In case of connecting a tuner, an outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines. If
an outside antenna is connected to the system, be sure the antenna is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built up static charges.
Any Servicing-The user should not attempt to service the equipment r beyond that described in this manual.
All other servicing should be referred to qualified service technicians

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER­SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated

“

dangerous voltage”within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient

magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the to the presence of important

operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Congratulations!

Opera Audio welcomes you to the growing number of discerning audiophiles who own Opera audio products.
This manual has been prepared to help you to maximize your enjoyment of the performance and features of
your new Consonance equipment. Please study this manual carefully and become acquainted with all the
features, operation and capabilities of your new Consonance equipment. Should you have any questions, or
desire information on other Opera audio products, please contact your local Opera dealer.

2. WHEN YOU OPEN THE BOX

Before any Opera audio product leaves the factory it is carefully inspected for physical imperfections as a
routine part of Opera audio's systematic quality control. After you have unpacked the equipment, inspect it for

2

any physical damage. Save the shipping carton and all packing materials, because they are essential to
reduce the possibility of transportation damage. Because some heat is generated by the equipment, adequate
air circulation is provided to maintain cool operation. Leave enough space around the unit (at least 3 cm on
the top and 3 cm on the sides and leave enough space on the back for the power card and interconnect
cables). If the equipment is going to be mounted in an enclosed cabinet, it is recommended that the rear of
the cabinet has vents to allow air to circulate around the unit. With these considerations implemented, the
equipment should provide exceptional performance in any reasonable environment. Of course, such normal
considerations as protection from excessive dust and moisture should always be observed. All the equipment
made by Opera audio has been carefully designed with high quality components so that Long-term
undiminished performance is operated in accordance with the instructions provided.

3. EQUIOMENT INSTALLATION AND GETTING STARTED
Power-Cord, plugs and sockets

The power cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be stepped on or pinched by items pla ced upon or
against it. All the plugs and sockets supplied with your Consonance equipment have been chosen because
they mark the best possible connection for their purpose. A poor contact will degrade the signal substantially
and plugs and sockets should look clean and free from corrosion. The easiest way to clean them is to switch
off the equipment, pull the plugs out of their sockets, and push them back in again. Special contact cleaners
and contact enhancers should not be used as they tend to deposit a film which is very difficult to remove and
may degrade the sound.
Switching on and off
Source components and power supplies for cd players, tuners, preamplifiers and crossovers should be
switched on before switching on the amplifier(s).
Always switch the amplifier(s) off and wait about 5 minute for its power supply capacitors to discharge before
connecting or disconnecting any leads. Always use the power switch on the produce rather than a mains
outlet switch.

Running in

Your Consonance equipment will take a considerable time to run-in before it performs at its best. The duration
varies, but under some conditions you will find that the sound continues to improve for as much as five weeks.
Better and more consistent performance will be achieved if the system is left switched on for long periods. It is
worth remembering however that all electronic equipment can be damaged by lightning. Please read the
warnings sectio

Power supply

Where fused plugs are used various amp fuses should be fitted . Fuses of a lower rating will fail after a period
of use. A hi-fi system usually shares a main circuit with other household equipment some of which can cause
distortion of the mains waveform. In some Consonance equipment such distortion can lead to a mechanical
hum from the transformers. The hum is not transmitted through the speakers and has no effect on the
performance of the system but is purely local to the transformer itself. A separate fused mains circuit (like that
reserved for electric cookers) will also have a lower impedance, supply cleaner power, and consequently
improve system performance.
Do not wire voltage dependent resistors or noise suppressors into mains plugs. They degrade the mains
supply and the sound.

Locating the equipment

Power supplies and amplifiers should be located a reasonable distance away from other equipment. This
separation will stop transformer reasonable causing hum audible from the loudspeakers. The minimum
recommended distance is 300mm (12 inches), and that allowed by the standard interconnect lead is the
maximum.
Some Consonance equipment is extremely heavy. Ensure than your equipment rack or table can easily
support the weight and is stable.

Cables, connections and speaker Impedance

Loudspeaker leads are also very important leads to suit your equipment installation. The leads should each
be at least 3.5 meters long and of equal length. The recommended maximum is 20 meters. The loudspeaker
connectors supplied with all Consonance amplifiers and loudspeakers have been specifically designed to
make a tight mechanical connection. It is essential that these are used in order to comply with local safety
regulations.
For best performance, the load presented by the speaker has to match the amplifier's output impedance.
Refer to the manufacture's information for your speaker nominal impedance. All the vacuum tube amplifier
made by Opera audio are factory set to match the speakers at 8 ohms and 4 ohms.
If you have a problem

3

Legal consumer protection varies from country to country. A problem may be due to a fault in any part of the
system or its installation so it is essential to make full use of your local dealer’s diagnostic skills on site.
Please contact your local distributor, or Opera Audio at the address in the back of this manual, if any
difficulties cannot be resolved. Some Consonance equipment is made in special versions for different
territories and this makes it impracticable to arrange international guarantees. Please establish the guarantee
arrangements with your own dealer at the time of sale. We are always available to offer help and advice.
It is essential that repairs and updates are only carried out by an authorized Consonance dealer, or at the
factory by Opera Audio itself. Many components are made, tested or matched specially for Consonance and
appropriate replacements are often unobtainable from non-specialist sources.

The equipment should be serviced by opera audio company or any qualified service personnel when:

–The Power-supply cord or plug has been damaged.
–Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the equipment.
–The equipment does not appear to act normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
–The equipment has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.

Our dealer will have all relevant information about the service in your area and will ensure that you unit is
serviced without delay. If for some reason, there are no service facilities available in your area, please ship
the equipment to the following address:

The Opera Audio Co., Ltd.
NO.2,JiuXianQiaoLu,Chaoyang District, Beijing, China
Post Code: 100015, Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

,Website: www.operaudio.com

You are responsible for all shipping charges, insurance, re-importation to your country, and duty
arrangements. When shipping a product to factory for service, always include the following:

–A sales slip or other proof of purchase if repair is claimed under warranty.
–A proforma invoice with value of the goods, stating that the amplifier is returned to china for repair.
–An accompanying letter describing faults, symptoms or problems with the amplifier.
–Always ship the amplifier in its original carton and packaging material to prevent damage in transit.

The Opera Audio will not accept responsibility for any damage caused in transit, no matter whatever caused.

Warnings

Consonance equipment is designed to offer the finest sound quality that can be achieved, avoiding
compromise wherever possible. This can lead to circumstances that may be unfamiliar. The material that
follows contains advice specifically related to Consonance equipment as well as more general warning about
the use of domestic audio products. Please read it carefully.

The transformers in Consonance power amplifiers and power supplies may sometimes make a mechanical
noise caused by distortion of the mains waveform. Consonance transformers are large in size and have heavy
gauge secondary windings making them relatively sensitive to such distortion. A separate mains circuit for
your hi-fi system may reduce the effect while also giving an overall improvement in sound quality. It may be
necessary however to take account of mechanical transformer noise when placing your equipment.
In some circumstances, depending on where you live and the grounding arrangements in your home, you
may experience radio frequency interference. Controls on broadcasting in some territories allow very high
levers of radio frequency radiation and both the choice and exact place of equipment may be critical. If there
is a known problem in your locality it is advisable to arrange for a home demonstration before purchase to find
out if Consonance equipment is likely to be affected. Susceptibility to radio frequency interference is related to
the wide internal bandwidth necessary for high sound quality. Systems incorporating moving coil phono
preamplifiers and active crossovers are more likely to suffer.
Your Consonance hi-fi system can be damaged by lightning. Power amplifiers are particularly at risk and
should be turned off when there is risk of lightning strike. For complete protection all mains plugs and any
aerial cables should be disconnected when not in use.
Equipment must not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquid, such as vases,
should be placed on the equipment.