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Summary of Contents for CANARY AUDIO CA-301 MK-II
- Page 1 ANARY UDIO ® 300B Triode Tube Power Amplifier Handcrafted in California CA-301 MK-II OWNER’S MANUAL MADE IN USA...
- Page 2 Dear Customer: Please allow us to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this CANARY AUDIO product. We strongly recommend that you carefully study the Safety Instructions before attempting to operate the unit. After you have finished reading the instructions, please save this manual for future reference.
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Page 3: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Power Source: • The unit should be connected to an AC power source of the proper rated voltage. • Never replace the power supply’s line fuse with the one of incorrect characteristics. AC Cord Protection: • Do not defeat the grounding or polarization feature of the AC cord. •... -
Page 4: Proper Care
PROPER CARE Break-in Period: • As with most audio components, the CA-301MK-II requires a “break-in” period. During this period the internal components will stabilize and reach their normal operating parameters. There are no special procedures required for this break-in period, just listening to your favorite music will accomplish this task all by itself. - Page 5 UNPACKING • Open the shipping boxes and remove the top layer of foam. • Remove the owner’s manual and other accessories from the packing box. • Grasp the underside of the amplifier and lift it straight out of the packing box. (2 People Needed) •...
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Page 6: Connection Steps
CONNECTION STEPS 1. Place the CA-301MK-II in a rack, on a shelf or on the floor. 2. Turn off any associated components prior to connecting the CA-301MK-II. This minimizes the chance of momentary electrical surges disturbing your system. 3. Neatly arrange and organize wiring to and from the Evolution amplifier and all components. - Page 7 Identify the two larger pins and align the pins with the two larger holes on the socket. Carefully push down the tube into the socket with a gentle rocking motion until it is firmly seated. Diagram 1.1 Overview of CA-301 MK-II...
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Page 8: Tube Biasing
TUBE BIASING Bias voltage applied to the grids of the power tubes in the output stage should be checked from time to time to keep these tubes operation at the optimum operating point. A properly biased power tube will have a longer life. To check and adjust the bias voltage of the 300B tubes, simply follow the following procedures. - Page 9 11. Turn the power OFF. Detach the negative test lead from the chassis. Put the bottom metal plate and the screws back on. Carefully place the amplifier back to a horizontal position. 12. The CA-301 MK-II power amplifier is now ready to use.
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Page 10: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Model: CA-301 MK-II Rated Power Output: 22 Watts RMS Input Sensitivity: 0.33 Volts for full output Input Impedance: 100,000 Ohms Frequency Response: +/- 3 dB from 10 Hz to 55,000 Hz Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.5% Signal-to-Noise ratio: -84 dB below 1 Watt... -
Page 11: Limited Warranty
To receive this warranty, the original purchaser must complete the enclosed Warranty Registration Card and mail it to Canary Audio within thirty (30) days from the date of purchase. Canary Audio will then validate the warranty to the original purchaser.
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