Cayin CS-150A User Manual

Cayin CS-150A User Manual

Vacuum tube integrated amplifier

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V O L U M E
SELECTOR
POWER
TR UL
/
BIAS
NFB.
HIGH
HIGH
1
2
XLR
LINE
LINE
PRE
-
IN
TR
UL
STA NDARD
LOW
ON
OFF
M I N
M A X
150
VACUUM TUBE INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER CS-
A
150
CS-
A
Vacuum T ube Integrated Amplifier
User's Manual

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  • Page 1 V O L U M E SELECTOR POWER TR UL BIAS NFB. HIGH HIGH LINE LINE STA NDARD M I N M A X VACUUM TUBE INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER CS- Vacuum T ube Integrated Amplifier User's Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Thanks for choosing CAYIN CS-150A Vacuum Tube Integrated Amplifier and please read the user's manual carefully before installation and operation. In order to prevent damage during transportation, the amplifier is packed with protective foams surrounding the tubes. Before installation and operation, please remove these foams to avoid any risks.
  • Page 3: Package Contents

    NOTE: CAYIN CS-150A Vacuum Tube Integrated Amplifier is designed and manufactured with our original parts and reaching the best results. We are not responsible for problems and damages caused by non-original parts replacement in the amplifier. Package Contents Please carefully check the package first and then open it.
  • Page 4: Product Features

    Premium Parts: Alps volume control, Audio grade capacitors and carbon film resistor, Toroid transformer for power supply, Wide bandwidth EI output transformer, Ceramic tube sockets, etc. ◆ Standard with remote volume control, CS-150A can memorize last operation of the unit once switched off. ◆...
  • Page 5: Specifications

    ◆ To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. ◆ No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK service personnel. DO NOT OPEN ◆ To reduce the risk of fire or electronic shock, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
  • Page 6: Maintenance

    Maintenance NOTE: ◆ Use the soft dry cloth to clean up the chassis regularly. ◆ Do not use any chemicals for cleaning. V O L U M E SELECTOR POWER TR UL BIAS NFB. HIGH HIGH LINE LINE STA NDARD M I N M A X VACUUM TUBE INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER CS-...
  • Page 7: Precautions

    Precautions Connected to the power socket INPUT RIGHT SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT SPEAKER OUTPUT LINE LINE PRE-IN Connected to AC Input Connection of power cord: Connect the speaker cables and signal cable first and then insert the power cord into the power socket. NOTE: ◆...
  • Page 8: Front Panel

    When the UL Indicator is on Ultralinear working state Cayin CS-150A can memorize last operation of Cayin CS-150A has memories and it will default last operation state when turning on. the unit once turned off. 4. BIAS...
  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel INPUT RIGHT SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT SPEAKER OUTPUT LINE LINE PRE-IN . Balanced input (XLR) Connect a balanced audio input to the amplifier. Please make sure the left and right channel is connected correctly. . Single-ended input (RCA) Connect a single-ended audio input to the amplifier. Please make sure the left and right channel is connected correctly.
  • Page 10: Top Panel

    Top Panel Diagram 4 Bias meter when not working BIAS SEL BIAS ADJ BIAS ADJ BIAS SEL Diagram 5 Bias meter during working Note: When working normally, the pointer should stay within the A zone, still , it would move for the voltage fluctuation.
  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Remote Control 1. Triode/Ultralinear Selector 2. Audio Source Input Selector Installation 3. Mute Button 1. Place the remote control right-side up. Screw the rear 4. Volume Control Selector cover open with the attached hexagon screwdriver. 2. Pull out the (AAA)battery case carefully (do not break the wires connected).
  • Page 12: Installation

    Installation Carefully read and follow the manual for installation: ◆ Do not place the machine near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers or other products that produce heat. ◆ In order to avoid being overheated please keep the unit's ventilation open. ◆...
  • Page 13: Audio Connection

    Audio Connection Connection method of CAYIN CS-150A with other audio equipments Take pictures below for your reference. CS-150A INPUT RIGHT SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT SPEAKER OUTPUT LINE LINE PRE-IN CS-100CD ANALOG OUTPUT DIGITA L OUTPUT UNBALANCE BALANCE AES EBU COAXIAL OPTICAL...
  • Page 14: Speaker Connection

    Speaker Connection BLACK INPUT RIGHT SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT SPEAKER OUTPUT LINE LINE PRE-IN BLACK speaker(Left) speaker(Right) Banana plug Normal plug Check the impedance of your speakers: Connection of speaker cables: Attach the positive from your speaker to the 4 or 8 1.
  • Page 15: Turning On

    Turning On Before turning on the amplifier please make sure all connections are right and power supply is stable. • Turn on the amplifier, the power indicator will be on and NOTE: the working indicator will keep flickering. • The working indicator will be on after 30 seconds. It 1.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Please follow the instruction in the manual in order to keep the amplifier work in its best state. If wrongly operated and you thought that would be troubles please check according to following tip to look for the exact reason.

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