Cary Audio Design A 306 - Manual (Page 10)

Installation
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This section describes the unpacking and installation procedures for the A 306 Power amplifier.
WARNING
MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO PUT THE A 306 POWER AMPLIFIER IN SERVICE WITH
THE TOP COVER REMOVED. CONTACT WITH HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE THE
A 306 POWER AMPLIFIER CAN BE FATAL !!!!!
2.1 Unpacking
All shipping containers have been specifically 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. If the A 306 Power amplifier mechanism or
other damage is found after unpacking and visual inspection, take care not to destroy the
evidence so that the shipping agent may inspect the damage. If necessary, document the damage
with photographs and contact the shipping company immediately.
Carefully remove your A 306 Power amplifier from its packing carton and examine it closely
for signs of shipping damage. It is highly recommended to save all original packing cartons to
protect your A 306 from damage should you wish to store it or ship it for after-sales service.
Replacement cartons and packing are available at a nominal charge from Cary Audio Design, if
ever required.
2.2 Placement
In general, the location of your new A 306 is not critical. However, certain precautions must be
taken to ensure optimum performance. Avoid extremely hot locations such as near radiators or
other heating units. Avoid getting it wet or using it near water. Do not stack the A 306 on top of
a power amplifier. Allow 4-6 inches (10-15cm) above the unit for proper ventilation.
2.3 Power Requirement
The A 306 Power amplifier is designed to operate from AC mains current. The design AC
voltage is either 100-120V /or 200-240Volts AC at 50-60 Hz.
2.4 Connections
Balanced Inputs: Accepts right-channel and left-channel balanced signals from preamplifer
with balanced outputs.
Single-ended Inputs: Accepts right-channel and left-channel (single-ended) inputs from
preamplifier.
Loudspeaker binding posts (outputs): Connect + (positive) binding posts on the A 306 to
positive inputs on the associated loudspeaker.
Connect – (negative) binding posts on the A 306 to
negative inputs on the associated loudspeaker.