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CAD-805AE
Mono Power 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
Cary Audio Design product.
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Summary of Contents for Cary Audio Design CAD-805AE
- Page 1 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 Cary Audio Design product.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions ....................... 2 Welcome Thank You ............................. 5 Specifications Basic Specifications ........................6 Features Product Features ..........................7 Controls and Displays Front Panel ............................ 8 Top Panel ............................8 Rear Panel ............................. 8 Installation Unpacking ............................. 9 Warranty Card .......................... -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. - Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 14. LIGHTNING: For added protection for the unit during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power line surges.
- Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 26. FCC INFORMATION FOR USER: CAUTION: ANY changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Page 6: Welcome
WELCOME THANK YOU Congratulations on becoming a Cary Audio owner! We, at Cary Audio, would like to thank you for purchasing our products. Since its founding in 1989, Cary Audio has stayed at the forefront of home entertainment equipment by stubbornly adhering to the principles of quality and musicality upon which it was founded. -
Page 7: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Operating the CAD-805AE is a simple procedure, since each unit is designed for long term stability in virtually any home operating situation. However, if the unit is operated outside the parameters outlined in this owner’s manual, damage may result. Please read this manual carefully before putting your new CAD-805AE in operation. -
Page 8: Features
FEATURES The following section describes the CAD-805AE’s basic features. The features are subject to change without notice or obligation. PRODUCT FEATURES After ten years of continuous production we are proud to offer the CAD-805 Anniversary Edition. Each unit is designed for long term stability in virtually any home operating situation. Note that if the unit is operated outside the parameters outlined in this owner’s manual, damage may result. -
Page 9: Controls And Displays
CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS FRONT PANEL CAT EYE TUBE Indicates approximate power output level. When the eye is completely closed the amplifier is at full power output. TOP PANEL OFF-ON TOGGLE SWITCH Turns AC power on in the rear position. The output tube will not light at this point. -
Page 10: Installation
INSTALLATION UNPACKING This section describes the proper unpacking and installation procedures for your new component. Unpacking All Cary Audio shipping cartons have been specially designed to protect their contents and special care has been taken to prevent damage under normal shipping conditions. Mishandling should be evident upon inspection of the shipping container. -
Page 11: Operation
OPERATION POWER REQUIREMENTS The CAD-805 Anniversary Edition is designed to operate from house current AC mains. The design voltage is 117 Volts AC at 50/60Hz (Foreign units 234 Volts AC at 50/60Hz). SPEAKER CABLES The speaker cables from the output posts of the CAD-805 Anniversary Edition to the speaker system can be any length that your setup requires. -
Page 12: Break In' Period
OPERATION ‘BREAK IN’ PERIOD The tubes, capacitors and the output transformers take approximately 100 hours of music playing to fully settle in for peak performance. Small imperfections in the tube surfaces will ‘boil off’ during the break in period as well. The amplifier will sound good right out of the box but it will improve as break in occurs. -
Page 13: Diagrams
DIAGRAMS TUBE PLACEMENT WITH THE POWER OFF: Set the Output Tube Bias control to the 211 or the 845 position. Install the chosen tube into the chassis. Look at the tube boxes and install the L 6SN7 tube into the Left socket, the R 6SN7 tube into the Right socket. Please see next page for 300B tube placement. - Page 14 DIAGRAMS 300B TUBE SOCKET PIN LAYOUT IN CHASSIS The LARGE pair of 300B tube pins should be installed toward the front of the CAD-805AE amplifier 300B tube sockets. LOOK CAREFULLY at the tube pins to be sure that you insert them correctly.
- Page 15 DIAGRAMS BIAS CONTROLS TO SET (OR CHECK) TUBE BIAS SETTING: Plug in the bias cable, connect the red clip to the positive (+) terminal on the volt ohm meter (VOM) and the black clip to the negative (-) terminal clockwise on the VOM.
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Page 16: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY Hum or “Buzzing” in Ground loop Install 2-pin adapter speakers on AC cord to float the ground 300B tube with high plate current too high Check bias of 300B. If high, readjust to proper bias setting of 60 mA Intermittent or poor connection Replace bad interconnect cable... -
Page 17: Service And Care
SERVICE AND CARE CARE AND CLEANING The cabinet housing and front panel of the CAD-805 Anniversary Edition 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 CAD-805AE is operated and by operating environment cleanliness. -
Page 18: Tube Replacement
SERVICE AND CARE TUBE REPLACEMENT If it becomes necessary to replace the tubes, the same brand as installed new should be used. A complete new tube kit is available from Cary Audio. Although useful tube life varies depending on the nature and degree of use, under normal home use, the 845 or the 211 output tube and the 300B driver tube should last many years in the CAD-805AE. -
Page 19: Limited Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY Cary Audio Warrants to the original United States purchaser for use in the United States the Following Cary Audio Products for the Periods Indicated: 1. Power Amplifiers, Integrated Amplifiers, Surround Sound Processors, and Preamplifiers have a three (3) year parts and labor warranty from the date of the original purchase from Cary Audio. - Page 20 LIMITED WARRANTY To obtain such warranty service, the original purchaser must complete and send in the Warranty Registration Card within 15 days of purchase. What Will We Pay For? We will pay for all labor and material expenses for items covered by the warranty. Payment of shipping charges is discussed in the next section of this warranty.
- Page 21 LIMITED WARRANTY Exclusion of Damages Cary Audio’s liability for any defective product is limited to repair or replacement of the product at Cary Audio’s option. Cary Audio shall not be liable for damage to other products caused by any defects in Cary Audio products, damages based upon inconvenience or loss of use of the product, or any other damages, whether incidental, consequential, or otherwise.
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