Single ended stereo integrated amplifier (8 pages)
Summary of Contents for Cary Audio Design CAD 200
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NOTE: Before installing your new component, please read this manual carefully as it will inform you of the product specifi cations, 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 Cary Audio Design product.
2005 Rave Award for the Best Amplifier (Cinema 7) under $3000. The enthusiast press and the customers are all singing the sonic merits of the Cary Audio Design solid state amplifiers. It was time for some SERIOUS two channel stereo action with this design.
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NOTE: Let me digress here for a moment about why we choose to make such wide frequency response bandwidth amplifier or preamplifier designs. In the design phase of earlier Cary Audio Design tube and solid state amplifiers or preamplifiers, we always noticed a positive correlation between extended frequency response and sound quality.
You have just purchased one of the finest solid state power amplifiers made. Whether in mono, stereo or in multi channel usage, the CAD 500 MB and the CAD 200 are audiophile quality power amplifiers. In addition to awesome power delivery, the CAD 500 MB and the CAD 200 power amplifiers deliver flawless reproduction of musical detail.
SPECIFICATIONS ___________________________________________________ This section describes the basic specifications of the CAD 500 MB or CAD 200 power amplifiers at the time of printing. Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. When the following cautionary terms are used in this manual, these definitions apply:...
1/8” mono mini-plug connection jack. Set the front panel Main Power switch to OFF for use of either the CAD 500 MB or CAD 200 for the remote turn on or turn off feature with the remote trigger controlled by...
Warranty Card IN THE USA: If you are the original purchaser of a new unit from an AUTHORIZED CARY AUDIO DESIGN DEALER, please fill out the enclosed warranty registration card and return it to Cary Audio Design within 15 days of your purchase.
OPERATION ________________________________________________________ Your new CAD 500 MB or CAD 200 amplifier is ready for operation after installing the AC power cord, the speaker and interconnect cables. Make sure that the RCA/XLR switch is in the proper input selector position for your particular usage and installation.
Non-Warranty Repairs Cary Audio Design will provide repair service for its products charging on a time and expense basis. At this time, the standard non warranty service bench fee is $125 with all parts used for repair charged extra. This may change with time and is not a quote for service.
AWARDS ___________________________________________________________ The CAD 500 MB and CAD 200 power amplifiers are derived from the CAD 500 T power amplifier that sold for $8,000 as a multichannel audiophile power amplifier. We firmly believe that you will enjoy with our Cary Classic solid state power amplifiers. Thank you for your support of Cary Audio Design. We suggest that a Cary Cinema CD player or Cary Classic preamplifier would be a great match for your Cary Classic power amplifier.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ________________________________________ SYMPTOM Hum or “Buzzing” through the speakers Reduced Output AC fuse blows LED out CAUSE Ground loop Intermittent or poor connection of interconnect ground RCA/XLR Switch not in correct position RCA/XLR Switch not in correct position Overload Short at output Protection circuit activated REMEDY...
UNITED STATES LIMITED WARRANTY ______________________________ Cary Audio Design warrants to the original United States purchaser for use in the United States, that Cary Audio Design vacuum tube or solid state power amplifiers, surround sound processors or preamplifiers shall be free from defects in parts or workmanship for three (3) years from the date of the original purchase.
Cary Audio Design. Under no circumstances is Cary Audio Design liable for incidental or consequential damages. Any implied warranties imposed by law terminate one (1) year from the date of purchase.
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