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    azur 340A/340A SE Integrat ed amplifier User’s manual[...]

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    2 Azur integrat ed amplifier Introduction .................................................................................................3 Safety precautions ......................................................................................4 Important safety instructions .....................................................................5 R[...]

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    340A/340A SE Integrat ed am plifier Azur integrat ed amplifier 3 The 340A has full prot ection against misuse and possible faults. The ov erload and shor t-circuit pro tection systems continuously monit or the voltage, current and t emperature of the output devices, allowing the prot ection to act positively in case of need, without triggering spur[...]

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    4 Azur integrat ed amplifier Checking the Power Supply Rating For your o wn safety please read the f ollowing instructions carefully before att empting to connect this unit to the mains. Check that the rear of your unit indicates the correct supply v oltage. If your mains supply voltage is different, consult your dealer . This unit is designed to o[...]

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    340A/340A SE Integrat ed am plifier Azur integrat ed amplifier 5 Please take a moment t o read these notes bef ore installing your Azur amplifier , they will enable y ou to get the best performance and prolong the life of the pr oduct. We advise y ou follow all instructions, heed all warnings and k eep the instructions for future ref erence. Only u[...]

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    6 Azur integrat ed amplifier Aux, CD, Tuner/DAB, DVD, AV/MD These inputs are suitable f or any 'line lev el' source equipment such as CD play ers, DAB or FM/AM tuners etc. Note: These inputs are f or analog audio signals only. The y should not be connected t o the digital output of a CD player or an y other digital device. Record Out This[...]

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    340A/340A SE Integrat ed amplifier Azur integrat ed amplifier 7 Loudspeaker terminals T wo sets of loudspeaker t erminals are available, A (main loudspeaker terminals) and B (secondary switchable loudspeaker terminals). Connect the wires from y our lef t channel loudspeaker t o the LEFT + & - terminals, and the wires fr om the right channel lou[...]

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    8 Azur integrat ed amplifier When designing our amplifiers we ha ve tried to include f eatures that allow you t o connect your system in v arious ways. The inclusion of features such as Speak er B connections mean that you can flexibly configure your system depending on y our requirements. The follo wing diagrams are designed to mak e connection ea[...]

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    340A/340A SE Integrat ed amplifier Azur integrat ed amplifier 9 Speaker B connections The Speaker B connections on the back of the amplifier allo w for a second set of speakers to be used (ie speak er s located in ano ther room). The Speak er B button on the front panel allo ws this second set of speakers t o be switched on and of f. Note: When usi[...]

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    10 Azur integrated am plifier Power Switches the unit on and off. Auxillary MP3 In (340A SE only) Connect your MP3/iPod/portable music player t o the 340A SE with a 3.5mm to 3.5mm jack plug lead. Plugging a source int o the MP3 input causes the 340A SE to automatically select this in put. Remov e the plug to return to normal use. Note: It is possib[...]

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    340A/340A SE Integrat ed amplifier Azur integrat ed amplifier 11 Direct This control giv es the audio signal a more direct path to the power amplifier stage of your amplifier , bypassing the tone contr ol circuits for the purest possible sound quality . Bass and Treble These controls allo w subtle adjustments to the tonal balance of the sound. In t[...]

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    The 340A/340A SE remote contr ol can now control the basic functions of Apple iPods when mount ed in Apple’s Universal Dock (or other docks or IR receiv ers compatible with the Apple Remot e). Ref er to your dock’s instruction manual on how to connect it t o your amplifier . We recommend you plug your dock int o the auxillar y (Aux) input on th[...]

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    340A/340A SE Integrat ed amplifier Azur integrat ed amplifier 13 Remedy - Ensure v entilation is not obstructed, and loudspeak ers are not of too low im pedance. Switch the amplifier of f f or 15 minutes t o cool down if necessary. 3. DC offset protection Indicator - Am plifier will not operate; all input LEDs are flashing. Description - The DC off[...]

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    14 Azur integrat ed amplifier There is no power Ensure the AC po wer cord is connect ed securely . Ensure the plug is fully inser ted int o the wall socket and is switched on. Check fuse in the mains plug or adaptor . There is no sound Make sure the unit is not in Standb y mode. Check that source component is pr operly connected. Check that 'T[...]

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    340A Power output 40 watts (into 8 Ω ) 50 watts (into 4 Ω ) Max power consumption 345w Total harmonic distortion 1kHz < 0.01% 20kHz < 0.09% Frequency response (-1dB) 5Hz - 50kHz S to N ratio (unweighted) 92dB Slew rate (into 8 Ω ) 20V/uS Dimensions (H x W x D) 70 x 430 x 3 1 0mm (2.8 x 1 6.9 x 12.2”) Weight 6.2kg (13.6Lbs) 340A/340A S[...]

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    16 Azur integrated am plifier Cambridge Audio warrants this pr oduct to be free fr om defects in materials and workmanship (subject t o the terms set f or th below). Cambridge Audio will repair or replace (at Cambridge A udio's option) this product or an y defective parts in this product. W arranty periods may vary from country to country. If [...]

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