Contents Contents ......................3 Safety Precautions....................4 Introduction.......................6 Congratulations .........................6 How to use this manual ......................6 Classé CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier: Design Overview ........7 Unpacking and Positioning.................8 Contents............................8 Positioning the CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier............9 Connections.....................10 AC power..........................11 Analog inputs ...........................12 Infrared (IR) input and output ....................14 Operation ......................15...
Classé CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier to be severely damaged or destroyed. Do not operate the Classé CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier with any portion of the chassis removed or open. Dangerous voltages may be encountered.
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220-240 Volts 10 Amp, 3AG Slo-Blo Do not open this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Please refer service to an authorized service technician. Unplug this unit when unused for long periods or during lightning storms.
Please make note of all safety precautions described in the pervious page of this manual. It is highly recommended that you familiarize yourself with all aspects the operation of your CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier. However, if you want to begin listening to your CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier immediately,...
Classé CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier: Design Overview The Classé CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier is the result of repeated listening design sessions. The sound is fine tuned by the exchanging and mixing of parts and the adjusting of many specific operating voltages. The result of...
Unpacking and Positioning Unpack your CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier carefully. If you notice any shipping damage, contact your dealer immediately. Saving the packaging material is advised in case the unit needs to be shipped for service. If you choose to dispose of the packaging, please recycle.
Power Amplifier on a solid, non-resonant surface. Do not place the CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier directly on top of another component. Place the CAV-100 Power Amplifier near its final set-up position, allowing 8 inches of clearance at the rear for tightening the speaker output connectors. For optimum sonic performance we recommend a Classé...
Connections Pictured here is the rear of the CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier showing all input and output connections. Refer to the page number indicated for more information on these connections.
AC power Check that the AC voltage for which this unit is configured matches your local AC line voltage. The correct operating voltage is indicated on the rear of the chassis, adjacent to the AC power inlet. Operating this unit on AC voltage other than that specified on the rear of the unit can damage or destroy this unit and increase the risk of electric shock.
(XLR) inputs. To use your amplifier in single-ended mode simply connect the single-ended interconnects from the preamplifier to the RCA inputs of your CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier. To use your amplifier in balanced mode, remove the single-ended interconnects if attached.
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All Classé products share the same balanced (XLR) pin out. Other manufactures may use a different balanced (XLR) pin out configuration. Please contact the manufacturer if you wish to maintain absolute phase throughout your system when connecting Classé products with equipment from other manufacturers.
Infrared (IR) input and output The CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier is equipped with “ mini-plug connectors that allow the unit to directly receive and transmit remote IR commands. These connectors can be used with equipment that receives IR commands and converts them for transmission on copper wire.
This section describes the operation of the CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier. Turning on AC power The CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier is turned on by means of a power switch located on the front of the unit. Do not turn the AC power on until all connections have been made.
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LED will go to BLINKING GREEN mode, indicating a “fault” condition. Turn OFF the CAV-100 Multichannel Power Amplifier immediately. Only after the fault has been clearly identified and corrected should you attempt to re-start the unit. If the...
Specifications Main Unit Dimensions Width: 19 inches 48.2 cm Height: 5.5 inches 13.9 cm Depth: 15 inches 38.1 cm Weight: 19.5 Shipping Box Dimensions Width: 21 inches 53.3 cm Height: 10.5 inches 26.7 cm Depth: 24 inches 60.9 cm Weight: 22.2 Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 KHz +/- 0.1dB...
CE Certification As of July 18, 1996, Classé Audio has been granted: Certificate Number: C401CLA1.MGS This indicates CE approval for all models of the Classé product line. This means that your Classé product has been subjected to the most rigorous manufacturing and safety tests in the world, and has proven to meet or exceed all European Community CE requirements.