Cambridge Audio Azur 840W Connections, Unbalanced stereo connections, Balanced stereo connections

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azur 840W

Connections

The 840W features both balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA/Phono) output connections. For the best quality we recommend you use the balanced output with pre-amplifiers that feature this connection (such as our own 840E Pre-Amplifier).

Before making any connections to loudspeakers, make sure all power is turned off and only use suitable interconnects (e.g. banana plugs). Ensure that the positive (+) and negative (-) connections are matched. Your loudspeaker may have more than one pair of connecting terminals; LF (Low Frequency) and HF (High Frequency). For single-wiring it is recommended to connect to the LF terminals. The metal strip connecting the low-frequency terminals to the high-frequency terminals must not be removed (only to be removed for a bi-wiring system).

ENGLISH

Unbalanced stereo connections

The diagram below shows the 840W connected to an 840E using the Unbalanced Audio inputs via phono/RCA connectors, single wired to a pair of loudspeakers.

When using unbalanced (phono/RCA) connections, the Left and Right Input Type switches on the 840W must be in the ‘Unbalanced’ position.

Note: In this configuration the 840W must be set to Stereo mode.

840E

Power

OnOff

CAUTION

AVIS

ACHTUNG

Risk of electric

Risque de choc

Vorm öffnen

shock.

electrique.

des gerätes.

Do not open.

Ne pas ouvrir.

Netzstecker ziehen.

Designed in London, England

 

Trigger

azur 840E Pre-Amplifier

In

Out/Thru

Power Rating: 220 - 230V AC ~ 50/60Hz

Max Power Consumption: 36W

www.cambridge-audio.com

Out Pre

 

 

 

 

 

Multi-Room

 

Input 2 Balanced Audio

 

Input 1 Balanced Audio

 

 

 

 

 

 

Keypad 1

IR1

IR3

 

 

 

 

 

GND

IR Emitter

Control Bus

 

International Patent Pending

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In

In

Out

RS232C

PSU

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Keypad 2

IR2

IR4

Right

Left

 

Right

Left

Balanced

Balanced Pre Out

 

Flat / 200Hz L.P.

2 Out Rec

1 Out Rec

In Rec

7 Input

6 Input

5 Input

4 Input

3 Input

2 Input

1 Input

 

L

L

L

L

R

R

R

R

Power AC

 

GND

 

Pre Out

Right

Left

Sub Out

Rec Out 2

Rec Out 1

Rec In

Input 7

Input 6

Input 5

Input 4

Input 3

Input 2

Input 1

Manufactured

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Unbalanced)

(Unbalanced)

in an ISO9001

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

approved facility

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference; 2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

 

 

 

 

Loudspeaker Terminals - Right

 

IMPORTANT!

 

 

 

 

Loudspeaker Terminals - Left

 

 

 

Impedance 4 - 8 ohms

 

Only change modes

Designed in London, England

 

 

Impedance 4 - 8 ohms

 

 

Please ensure that loudspeaker terminals are fully tightened

 

when unit is off.

 

 

 

 

Please ensure that loudspeaker terminals are fully tightened

 

 

Veuillez s'assurer que les bornes de l'enceinte sont entièrement serrées

 

Refer to Manual for

azur 840W Class XD

Power Amplifier

 

Veuillez s'assurer que les bornes de l'enceinte sont entièrement serrées

 

 

 

 

 

more information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

www.cambridge-audio.com

In

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stereo

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Control Bus

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bridged

Mono

 

 

 

Bridged

 

 

 

 

 

 

only!

 

 

 

Out

only!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On

 

Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

Class 2 Wiring

 

 

 

 

 

 

Class 2 Wiring

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mono Mode

 

 

In

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bi-Amp

AC

 

Trigger

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Out/Thru

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BridgedBridged

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Balanced Audio - Right

Unbalanced

Use Left Input for

 

 

IR Emitter

Unbalanced

Balanced Audio - Left

 

 

Bridged / Bi-Amp

 

 

 

 

Input

Loop Output

Audio - Right

operation.

 

 

In

Audio - Left

Input

Loop Output

 

 

 

 

Input

 

 

 

 

Input

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Right

 

 

Left

 

 

 

 

In

Loop

 

 

Input Type

 

 

Input Type

 

 

In

Loop

 

 

Balanced

 

 

Balanced

 

 

 

Power Rating: 220 - 230V AC ~ 50/60Hz

 

 

1

= Ground

Max Power Consumption: 2400W

 

1 = Ground

2

=

N1863

2 =

3

=

 

 

 

3 =

 

Loop Output

Unbalanced

 

 

Unbalanced

Loop Output

 

 

CAUTION

AVIS

ACHTUNG

 

Manufactured in an ISO9001 approved facility

 

 

Risk of electric

Risque de choc

Vorm öffnen

 

 

 

 

shock.

electrique.

des gerätes.

AЯ46

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

 

 

Do not open.

Ne pas ouvrir.

Netzstecker ziehen.

1) This device may not cause harmful interference

2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation

Unbalanced

Input 1

Balanced

Unbalanced

Input 2

840W

Balanced stereo connections

The diagram below shows the 840W connected to an 840E using the Balanced Audio inputs via three-pin XLR connectors, single wired to a pair of loudspeakers.

When using balanced (XLR) connections, the Left and Right Input Type switches on the 840W must be in the ‘Balanced’ position.

Note: In this configuration the 840W must be set to Stereo mode.

840E

Power

OnOff

CAUTION

AVIS

ACHTUNG

Risk of electric

Risque de choc

Vorm öffnen

shock.

electrique.

des gerätes.

Do not open.

Ne pas ouvrir.

Netzstecker ziehen.

Designed in London, England

 

Trigger

azur 840E Pre-Amplifier

In

Out/Thru

Power Rating: 220 - 230V AC ~ 50/60Hz

Max Power Consumption: 36W

www.cambridge-audio.com

Out Pre

 

 

 

 

 

Multi-Room

 

Input 2 Balanced Audio

 

Input 1 Balanced Audio

 

 

 

 

 

 

Keypad 1

IR1

IR3

 

 

 

 

 

GND

IR Emitter

Control Bus

 

International Patent Pending

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RS232C

LeisureTech Electronics Pty Ltd

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In

In

Out

PSU

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Keypad 2

IR2

IR4

Right

Left

 

Right

Left

Balanced

Balanced Pre Out

 

Flat / 200Hz L.P.

2 Out Rec

1 Out Rec

In Rec

7 Input

6 Input

5 Input

4 Input

3 Input

2 Input

1 Input

 

L

R

Power AC

Pre Out

Manufactured in an ISO9001 approved facility

L

R

GND

L

R

Right

Left

Sub Out

Rec Out 2

Rec Out 1

Rec In

Input 7

Input 6

Input 5

Input 4

Input 3

Input 2

Input 1

(Unbalanced) (Unbalanced)

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference; 2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

L

R

Unbalanced

Input 1

Balanced

Unbalanced

Input 2

In Loop

1 = Ground

2 =

3 =

Loudspeaker Terminals - Right

Impedance 4 - 8 ohms

Please ensure that loudspeaker terminals are fully tightened

Veuillez s'assurer que les bornes de l'enceinte sont entièrement serrées

Bridged

only!

Class 2 Wiring

Balanced Audio - Right

Unbalanced

Input

Loop Output

Audio - Right

 

 

Input

Loop Output

IMPORTANT!

Only change modes

when unit is off.

Refer to Manual for more information.

Stereo

Mono

Mono Mode

Bi-Amp

BridgedBridged

Use Left Input for Bridged / Bi-Amp operation.

Right

Input Type

Balanced

Unbalanced

Designed in London, England

azur 840W Class XD Power Amplifier

www.cambridge-audio.com

On

Off

AC

Power Rating: 220 - 230V AC ~ 50/60Hz

Max Power Consumption: 2400W

CAUTION

AVIS

ACHTUNG

Risk of electric

Risque de choc

Vorm öffnen

shock.

electrique.

des gerätes.

Do not open.

Ne pas ouvrir.

Netzstecker ziehen.

In

Control Bus

Out

In

Trigger

Out/Thru

IR Emitter

In

Left

Input Type

Balanced

N1863

Unbalanced

AЯ46

 

Loudspeaker Terminals - Left

 

Impedance 4 - 8 ohms

 

Please ensure that loudspeaker terminals are fully tightened

 

Veuillez s'assurer que les bornes de l'enceinte sont entièrement serrées

Bridged

 

 

only!

 

 

 

Class 2 Wiring

 

Unbalanced

Balanced Audio - Left

Audio - Left

Input

Loop Output

Input

 

 

In Loop

1 = Ground

2 =

3 =

Loop Output

Manufactured in an ISO9001 approved facility

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1)This device may not cause harmful interference

2)This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation

840W

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Contents Azur 840W Important safety instructions Limited warranty Introduction ContentsRear panel connections Front panel controls Unbalanced stereo connections ConnectionsBalanced stereo connections Bi-wired stereo connections Power syncing On/Standby controlAdvanced connections Use Left Input for Bridged / Bi-Amp operation Important 840W settingsBi-amped dual mono connections Bridged dual mono connectionsTechnical specifications Custom installation C.I. useTroubleshooting AP21005/3

Azur 840W specifications

The Cambridge Audio Azur 840W is a high-performance power amplifier that exemplifies the cutting-edge technology and craftsmanship that the brand is known for. Designed to deliver a dynamic and engaging audio experience, the 840W is ideal for audiophiles who demand excellence in sound reproduction.

One of the standout features of the 840W is its robust construction. The amplifier is housed in a solid chassis that minimizes unwanted vibrations, ensuring that the sound remains clear and uncolored. Its sleek design not only adds elegance to any audio setup but also incorporates functional elements that enhance performance.

The Azur 840W boasts an impressive power output of 200 watts per channel at 8 ohms, and this doubles to 400 watts per channel at 4 ohms. This high power output allows for the amplification of even the most demanding speakers, delivering a controlled and powerful soundstage. The advanced toroidal transformer design ensures high efficiency and low levels of distortion, which is crucial for maintaining audio fidelity.

Cambridge Audio incorporates innovative technologies such as the Class XD amplification in the 840W. This hybrid technology combines the efficiency of Class D amplification with the sonic qualities of Class A/B design. As a result, users benefit from a clean and detailed sound with minimal distortion, allowing them to experience their music as intended by the artists.

The amplifier features a fully balanced design, including balanced XLR inputs that reduce noise and interference, especially in longer cable runs. This enables users to connect high-quality sources without compromising audio integrity. Additionally, the speaker outputs are designed to accommodate various types of speaker configurations, providing flexibility in setup.

Another notable characteristic of the Azur 840W is its thermal management system. The amplifier uses an efficient heat sink design along with a refined ventilation system that helps keep operating temperatures low, thereby extending the lifespan of the components and ensuring reliable performance during prolonged listening sessions.

The 840W is also easy to integrate into existing systems, thanks to its smart design. The front panel incorporates an informative display and intuitive controls, making it user-friendly.

In summary, the Cambridge Audio Azur 840W is a powerhouse that delivers exceptional performance with advanced technology, making it a standout choice for those seeking high-fidelity audio amplification. With its robust build, innovative Class XD technology, and versatile connectivity options, the Azur 840W is well-equipped to elevate any audio experience.
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