Cary Audio Design CAD-211M - Manual (Page 6)

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2.5
Power Requirements
The CAD-211M is designed to operate from house current mains. The design voltage is
117 VAC at 50/60Hz. (Foreign units 220 VAC at 50/60 Hz)
2.6
Cables
The speaker cables from the output posts to the speaker system can be any convenient
length required. Select speaker cables of sufficient size to preserve the performance
capabilities of your new CAD-211M. Heavy gauge #16 wire is suitable for distances up
to 10 feet; #12 for 25 feet. Most audio dealers will have speaker cable in stock for this
purpose.
3.1
Operation
Your new CAD-211M is ready for operation after the speaker, interconnect cables and all
the tubes have been installed. See page 8 for tube positions.
3.2
AC-On Power Switch
Simply push the AC-On switch to the "ON" position. Observe that all tubes are lit
(filaments). After 30 seconds, flip the stand-by switch to the "OPERATE" position. The
eye tube will then light.
3.3
Stand-By Switch
This is a most convenient feature on the CAD-211M amplifier. The stand-by switch is
located on the top of the amplifier. In the rear position, the amplifier is ready to operate.
In the front position, only the tube filaments are operating. You may wish to leave your
CAD-211M amps turned on in the stand-by mode 24 hours a day. When you wish to