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OWNER'S
MANUAL
Nighthawk

Headphone Amplifier

NOTE: Before installing your new component, please read this manual
carefully as it will inform you of the product specifications, 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
Audio Electronics product.

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  • Page 1: Headphone Amplifier

    NOTE: Before installing your new component, please read this manual carefully as it will inform you of the product specifications, 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 Audio Electronics product.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions ......................2 Welcome Thank You ............................4 Specifications Basic Speficiations ..........................5 Features Product Features ..........................6 Controls and Displays Front Panel ............................7 Rear Panel ............................8 Installation Unpacking ............................9 Warranty Card............................9 Placement ............................

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: The triangle with the lightning flash symbol displayed on the unit advises the user of dangerous un- insulated voltage inside the product’s enclosure. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside;...
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 17. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE:  Before connecting a new product such as the Cinema 12 to your audio or home theater system, turn off all other equipment (preferably unplugging them from the AC power source). Many audio components feature automatic turn-on circuits that may activate during an installation, potentially causing damage to electronic components and/or speakers.

  • Page 5: Welcome

    WELCOME THANK YOU Thank you for purchasing the new Audio Electronics by Cary Audio Nighthawk Headphone Amplifier! Cary Audio has a long history of providing the high-end community true audiophile sound quality with its award winning line of tube and solid state amplification and digital products for audio and cinema systems.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS The following section describes the Nighthawk’s basic specifications. The specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. BASIC SPECIFICATIONS ..............................Input Impedance 50K ohms ..............................20dB Gain ..............................Frequency Response 5Hz to 35 kHz (-1dB) ..............................>90dB at 0dB gain Signal to Noise Ratio ..............................

  • Page 7: Features

    PRODUCT FEATURES The new Nighthawk solid-state headphone amplifier from Audio Electronics by Cary Audio is an all- new design, featuring top quality parts mounted on a heavy gauge fiberglass circuit board. A power transformer, rated at three times what is required for the amplifier’s design, feeds a fully regulated discrete power supply for the best sound quality.

  • Page 8: Controls And Displays

    CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS FRONT PANEL POWER  Press once to turn the power ON. The power indicator will blink for five (5) seconds and then stay on at which point the unit is ready to operate.  Press again to turn the power OFF. HEADPHONES Insert headphones into jack for use.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    This output is fixed and is not affected by the volume control. CAUTION: Connecting the RCA output of the Nighthawk Amplifier directly to a power amplifier’s  input may result in damage to the power amplifier and/or connected speakers.

  • Page 10: Installation

    In general, the location of your new Nighthawk Headphone Amplifier is not critical. Certain precautions must be taken to ensure optimum performance. Avoid extremely hot locations such as near radiator or other heating units. Keep the top of the Nighthawk clear of books, paper or other equipment to protect against overheating.

  • Page 11: Operation

    Headphone amplifier whereby causing damage to it and/or any connected headphones. MULTIPLE SOURCES There are a couple of ways to connect the Audio Electronics Nighthawk Headphone Amplifier for listening to multiple sources. Preamplifier of a Main Audio System (See FIGURE 3 below).
  • Page 12 The Nighthawk Headphone Amplifier is designed with a single pair of FIXED line level RCA outputs. The purpose of this fixed output is to send the signal of the Nighthawk Headphone Amplifier to either a preamplifier or an integrated amplifier. It is NOT intended to be connected to the input of a power amplifier.

  • Page 13: Diagrams

    DIAGRAMS Single Source with Preamplifier Configuration. (FIGURE 1) Single Source with Receiver or Integrated Amplifier Configuration. (FIGURE 2)
  • Page 14 DIAGRAMS Multiple Sources with Preamplifier Configuration. (FIGURE 3) Multiple Sources with DAC or Source Selector Configuration. (FIGURE 4)

  • Page 15: Service And Care

    SERVICE AND CARE CARE AND CLEANING The cabinet housing and front panel of the Nighthawk may be cleaned with a soft cloth and Windex or a window cleaner. The frequency of cleaning will be governed by how many hours the Nighthawk is operated and by operating environment cleanliness.

  • Page 16: Limited Warranty

    Improper installation, removal or maintenance, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product. c. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Audio Electronics to repair the product. d. Any shipment of the product (claims must be presented to the carrier).
  • Page 17 How Can You Get Service? In the event that the owner needs to return the unit to Audio Electronics for service or repair of a possible defect, he must follow the following steps: 1.
  • Page 18 International Purchasers (Export Markets) Audio Electronics warrants its merchandise to purchasers within the United States exclusively for use within the United States. It provides no other warranties, expressed or implied. If you are living outside of the United States, please consult your local dealer or distributor to determine the...
  • Page 19 AUDIO ELECTRONICS 1020 Goodworth Drive, Apex, NC 27539 phone 919-355-0010 fax 919-355-0013 www.caryaudio.com...

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