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- Page 1 CA-151 ISSUE 2, Nov 2000 CLASSÉ AUDIO CA-151 POWER AMPLIFIER CA-151 OWNER'S MANUAL...
- Page 2 CA-151 ISSUE 2, Nov 2000 CLASSÉ DESIGN PHILOSOPHY 1. REPEATED LISTENING DESIGN SESSIONS: Fine tuning of sound by exchanging and mixing of parts (transistors, capacitors, wiring, PCB boards etc.), and adjusting many specific operating voltages within proper engineering ranges, producing an overall sonic recipe giving the most natural harmonic realism of music typical of instruments in a live performance.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CA-151 ISSUE 2, Nov 2000 CA-151 OWNER'S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS UNPACKING & SET-UP..............4 GENERAL CONNECTIONS.............. 5 CONNECTIONS FOR REGULAR OR BALANCED INPUTS…... 7 PROTECTION CIRCUIT..............8 SPECIFICATIONS................12... -
Page 4: Unpacking & Set-Up
Please report any damage or missing parts to your dealer as soon as possible. Place the CA-151 at or near its final set-up position, allowing 8 inches at the rear for tightening the speaker output connectors. For optimum sonic performance, we recommend the optional . -
Page 5: General Connections
CA-151 ISSUE 2, Nov 2000 GENERAL CONNECTIONS A.C. LINE Insert the linecord into the A.C. receptacle on the rear of the unit. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY HOOKED UP THE SPEAKERS AND PREAMPLIFIER TO YOUR AMPLIFIER BEFORE CONNECTING THE AC POWER CORD TO THE AMPLIFIER. - Page 6 The MONO "Input" is the "left channel input", as marked. The unused right channel input is automatically disconnected. MONO output connections are marked below the connectors. Repeat the above MONO settings and connections on the second CA-151 to be used for the other channel.
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Page 7: Connections For Regular Or Balanced Inputs
If the pin configuration of the preamplifier differs from above, the balanced interconnects must be modified to accommodate the different preamp. Having confirmed the correct connections, plug the connectors of the balanced interconnects into the locking connectors on the rear panel of the CA-151. (To remove the connectors, press the tab above the connector.) -
Page 8: Protection Circuit
CA-151 ISSUE 2, Nov 2000 PROTECTION CIRCUIT The Classé CA-151 is equipped with rail fuses to protect the output drivers (GDB5, 5 amps fast blow. fig.2, page 10). In the event that a short circuit or other problems would occur at the output of the amplifier, one or more of these fuses may blow in an attempt to protect the amplifier. - Page 9 CA-151 ISSUE 2, Nov 2000...
- Page 10 CA-151 ISSUE 2, Nov 2000 Left channel Right channel Positive rail fuse Negative rail fuse Positive rail fuse Negative rail fuse Fig2: CA-151 top view -10-...
- Page 11 CA-151 ISSUE 2, Nov 2000 CLASSÉ AUDIO 5070 Francois-Cusson Lachine, Quebec Canada H8T 1B3 Telephone: 514 636 63 85 Fax: 514 636 14 28 -11-...
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Page 12: Specifications
CA-151 ISSUE 2, Nov 2000 CLASSÉ CA-151 STEREO BALANCED POWER AMPLIFIER SPECIFICATIONS SHEET CA-151 FEATURES: 150 watts stereo, 325 watts mono, high current, sleek curved chassis with large dual heat sinks at rear, both regular and balanced inputs externally switchable. Soft Shadow Silver faceplate with curved Satin Black side pillars. - Page 13 CA-151 ISSUE 2, Nov 2000 Notice to all Classé Product owners: Thank you for your purchase of a Classé Audio component. All of us at Classé have taken extreme care to ensure that your purchase will become a prized investment.
- Page 14 CA-151 ISSUE 2, Nov 2000 CLASSÉ CA-151 LIMITED FACTORY WARRANTY (North America only). Classé Audio Inc. warrants this amplifier to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of from the date of manufacture, provided that any claim FOUR YEARS in virtue of this warranty be made in writing within such period.
- Page 15 CA-151 ISSUE 2, Nov 2000 CLASSÉ AUDIO INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO THE SET-UP, OPERATION, FAILURE, TROUBLESHOOTING, OR REPAIR OF THE AMPLIFIER AND/OR ANY OTHER EQUIPMENT USED THEREWITH.
- Page 16 CA-151 ISSUE 2, Nov 2000 WARRANTY REGISTRATION You must fill out and return the form below, along with a copy of the authorized dealer bill of sale, to the factory within twenty (20) days of purchase. This will allow us to provide expedient service, information regarding updates and new products, and validate the Classé...
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