A32 integrated amplifier is also described. Your amplifier(s) may have been installed and set up by an authorised Arcam dealer. In this case, you may wish to go directly to the sections describing the use of this equipment. SAFETY Safety guidelines are set out on the inside front cover of this handbook.
Safety guidelines SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product is designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. However, you should be aware of the following installation and operation precautions: 1. Take heed of warnings and instructions You should read all the safety and operating instructions before operating this appliance.
BFA loudspeaker terminals The terminal will accept spade terminals, bare wires or a BFA plug. BFA plugs are available from your Arcam dealer. To connect a bare wire or spade terminal, unscrew the red (or black) part of the loudspeaker terminal first.
(115V or 230V) indicated on the rear panel of the unit If your mains supply voltage or mains plug is different, consult your Arcam dealer or Arcam Customer Support on +44 (0)1223 203203. The product must be earthed. MAINS LEAD The appliance is normally supplied with a moulded mains plug already fitted to the lead.
Using your A32 integrated amplifi er ENTER MODE RECORD SELECT FRONT PANEL CONTROLS This section describes how to operate your amplifier. If your amplifier has not been installed for you, you should first read the section ‘Installation: A32’ on page 5. POWER (and power indicator light) Switches the unit on and off.
RECORDING With the Arcam A32 it is possible to listen to and record from one source, or to listen to one source while recording another. Both sets of tape sockets are identical in sensitivity and suitable for use with almost any type of recorder (cassette, CDR, MD, VCR, reel-to- reel, etc.).
‘Per source’ allows you to set tone controls for individual inputs: once set, the amplifier remembers tone settings for each input. Welcome message – You can change the power Arcam Amp’ on Welcome message from ‘ display your name, postcode, etc. When customising the message, use the...
CR-389 REMOTE CONTROL The CR-389 remote control gives access to all functions available on the front panel of the A32. It also has controls to operate Arcam CD players, AM/FM tuners and DAB tuners. The remote control transmits Philips RC-5 type codes.
Dolby Pro Logic or Dolby Digital system. Contact your Arcam dealer for more information. ‘Daisy chaining’ – The power amplifier can be connected to further power amplifiers to drive more speakers (e.g. those in other rooms or tri-amplified speakers, etc).
The light may flash if a fault has occurred. You should unplug the amplifier and leave it for a few minutes before reconnecting. If the fault cannot be cleared, unplug your amplifier and contact your Arcam dealer. SP1 AND SP2...
Two amplifiers – one of these would be the A32 and the other an Arcam power amplifier (e.g. P35). Loudspeaker cables – two pairs of cables per loudspeaker or a suitably terminated cable set (a loom, probably prepared by your dealer and capable of being used for bi-amping in one length).
Dimensions W x D x H (including feet) Weight (net) Weight (packed) Supplied accessories E&OE CONTINUAL IMPROVEMENT POLICY Arcam has a policy of continual improvement for its products. This means that designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. 100W 150W 140W 200W –...
This equipment should be packed in the original packing and returned to the dealer from whom it was purchased, or failing this, directly to the Arcam distributor in the country of residence. It should be sent carriage prepaid by a reputable carrier -– NOT by post. No...
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