Caution, Attention – Cerwin-Vega CVA - 28 User Manual
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL ACTIVE SERIES
INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SYMBOLS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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tested to insure that they meet or exceed our performance specifi cations. Backed by the best service in the industry, 
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Explanation of Graphic Symbols
CAUTION
R IS K OF E L E C T R IC S HOC K
DO NOT OP E N!
DO NO T EX PO SE
TO RA IN O R M O ISTURE!
ATTENTION
R IS QUE DE C HOC É L E C T R IQUE
NE PA S E NL E V E R !
NE PA S EX PO SER Á
LA PLUIE NI Á L'HUMIDITÉ!
The exclamation point within an equilateral 
triangle is intended to alert the users to the 
presence of important operating and main-
tenance (servicing) instructions in the litera-
ture accompanying the product.
The lightning fl ash with the arrowhead sym-
bol, within an equilateral triangle, is to alert 
the user to the presence of insulated “dan-
gerous voltage” within the products 
enclosure that may be of suffi cient magni- 
tude to constitute a risk of electric shock to 
humans.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRONIC SHOCK - DO NOT REMOVE 
COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS 
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED 
PERSONNEL.
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES RISQUES 
DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS ENLEVER 
LE COUVERCLE. AUCUN ENTRETIEN DE 
PIECES INTERIEURES PAR L’USAGER. CON-
FIER L’ENTRETIEN AU PERSONNEL QUAL- 
FIE. AVIS: POUR EVITER LES RISQUES 
D’IN CENDIE OU D’ELECTROCUTION, 
N’EXPOSEZ PAS CET ARTICLE A LA PLUIE 
OU A L’HUMIDITE.
The IEC fuse symbol pictured at the left rep-
resents an approved user replaceable fuse. 
When replacing a fuse, make sure to re-
place with only the correct type and rating.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read and keep these instructions.
2. Heed all warnings and follow instructions
3. Do not use this apparatus near water.
4. Clean only with a dry cloth.
5. Do not block any ventilation openings.
6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other 
 apparatus that produce heat.
7. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding- type plug. A
 polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type has 
 two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is 
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fi t your outlet, consult a
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
8. Protect the power cord from being pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience 
 receptacles, and the point where they exit.
9. Only use attachments / accessories specifi ed by the manufacturer.
 
10. Use only with a cart, stand, bracket, or table specifi ed by the 
 manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use 
 caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid 
 injury from tip-over.
11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of 
 
time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel. Servicing is required when an
 apparatus has been damaged in any way. Damages include power-cord or plug is 
 damaged, spilled liquid, objects falling into the apparatus. the apparatus being 
exposed to rain or moisture, the apparatus not operating normally, or dropped.
13. To reduce the risk of fi re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or 
 
moisture.
 
a.) Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. It shall remain readily operable and 
 should not be obstructed during intended use.
 
b.) The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects 
fi lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed near/on the apparatus.
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Before You Begin - Important Information ........................................................................................ 1-2
Specifi cations ................................................................................................................................... 3
Back Panel Controls, Connections and Indicators ................................................................................ 4
System Confi gurations ................................................................................................................... 5-6
Contact Information ..................................................................................................................... Back
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