Cambridge Audio Integrated Amplifier Azur 740A User Manual
Cambridge Audio Integrated Amplifier Azur 740A User Manual

Cambridge Audio Integrated Amplifier Azur 740A User Manual

Cambridge audio integrated amplifier user's manual
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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Please do not compromise on your source equipment, speakers or cabling. Naturally we particularly recommend models from the Cambridge Audio Azur range. These have been designed to the same exacting standards as this amplifier. Your dealer can also supply excellent quality Cambridge Audio interconnects to ensure your system realises its full potential.
  • Page 3: Limited Warranty

    This product complies with European Low Voltage (2006/95/EC) Electromagnetic (89/336/EEC) Directives when used and installed according to this instruction manual. For continued compliance only Cambridge Audio accessories should be used with this product and servicing must be referred to qualified service personnel. C-Tick mark This product meets the Australian Communications Authority’s Radio communications and EMC requirements.
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    If your dealer is not equipped to perform the repair of your Cambridge Audio product, it can be returned by your dealer to Cambridge Audio or an authorised Cambridge Audio service agent. You will need to ship this product in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection.
  • Page 5: Rear Panel Connections

    Out - Loop out for control bus commands to another unit. Also allows the 740A to control some Cambridge Audio units. Pre Out Connect these sockets to the inputs on an external power amplifier(s) or active subwoofers etc.
  • Page 6: Front Panel Controls

    Front panel controls Standby / On Phones Speaker A/B Mode Standby/On Switches the unit between Standby mode (indicated by dim power LED) and On (indicated by bright power LED). Standby is a low power mode where the power consumption is less than 10 Watts. The unit should be left in Standby mode when not in use.
  • Page 7: Remote Control

    Remote control The 740A is supplied with an Azur Navigator remote control that operates both this amplifier and Cambridge Audio Azur CD players. Insert the supplied AAA batteries to activate. The functions relevant to the amplifier are as follows: Standby/On Switches the amplifier between On and Standby mode.
  • Page 8: Connections

    Connections When designing our amplifiers we have tried to include features that allow you to connect your system in various ways. The inclusion of features such as Pre-Out and Speaker B connections mean that you can flexibly configure your system depending on your requirements. Basic connection The diagram below shows the basic connection of your amplifier to a CD player and a single pair of loudspeakers.
  • Page 9: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions The 740A has a custom-made display on the front of the unit showing the current status and allowing you to access the 740A System Configure menus. Here you can adjust the listening settings of the amplifier to personal preference. The menu system is easy to navigate and control, simply by using the input select buttons to turn a feature on (solid circle) or off (no circle) and the volume control knob to increase/decrease settings.
  • Page 10 On/Off control menu When going in/out of Standby mode the 740A can automatically turn on and off other connected Cambridge Audio Azur models that have control bus sockets. For this feature to work the units must be connected together (see diagram) by RCA/phono leads. The sockets are colour- coded orange on the rear panels of compatible Azur models.
  • Page 11: Multi-Room Connections

    “Mute on” command will be generated. If the button is kept held down for a further 12 seconds, a “Mute off” command is generated. A full code table for this product is available on the Cambridge Audio website at www.cambridge-audio.com.
  • Page 12: Cap5 Protection System

    CAP5 - Fiveway protection system Cambridge Audio has developed a proprietary protection system to ensure reliability and a long life for its amplifiers and the speakers they are connected to. Note: Due to the required sensitivity of the CAP5 system, it is possible that mains power disturbances can falsely trigger CAP5 in extreme situations.
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    For more frequently asked questions (FAQs), technical advice and information on getting the most out of your 740A, please visit the Support section on Cambridge Audio’s website: www.cambridge-audio.com/support.php For all servicing, in or out of warranty, please contact your dealer.
  • Page 14 Cambridge Audio is a brand of Audio Partnership Plc Registered Office: Gallery Court, Hankey Place London SE1 4BB, United Kingdom Registered in England No. 2953313 www.cambridge-audio.com © 2009 Cambridge Audio Ltd...

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