Cambridge Audio AR30 1Power On/Off, 2AC power socket, 3Loudspeaker terminals, 4AM/FM antenna

1Power On/Off

Switches the unit on or off.

2AC power socket

Once you have completed all connections to the amplifier, plug the AC power cable into an appropriate mains socket and turn the unit on. Your unit is now ready for use.

3Loudspeaker terminals

Connect to loudspeakers with an impedance of 8ohms.

For best audio performance we recommend using speakers from Cambridge Audio’s Sirocco range which have been designed in conjunction with the Sonata series. Please consult your dealer for details.

4AM/FM antenna

Tuner aerial connections for picking up radio signals. Refer to 'Connections' section of this manual. For permanent use, outdoor AM/FM aerials are highly recommended.

5SIRIUS socket (US version only)

SIRIUS satellite radio adaptor connection (requires subscription and a suitable module). Consult your dealer for more information.

6DD30 dock connector

Connection for the supplied DD30 iPod dock. The docking station has a proprietary connector and will only work with the Cambridge DD30 docking station supplied.

iPod compatibility

The DD30 docking station for iPod is able to communicate with and control the following iPod models:

iPod nano (1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th generation) iPod (4th generation, photo and 5th generation) iPod classic

iPod touch (1st and 2nd generation)

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7Trigger Out

Sonata AR30/DR30 produces trigger outputs that can be used to control the On/Standby status of other connected Cambridge Audio Sonata range source components (such as the CD30 CD player and DV30 DVD player) if desired. See 'Connections' section.

8Sub In/Out

Connect Sub Out to the input of an active subwoofer. If your subwoofer has 2 inputs (i.e. left and right), then connect this terminal to the left input terminal (usually coloured white). The Sub In socket is for use with a Sonata DV30 DVD player.

9Rec Out

Connect to the recording input of a tape deck, a portable music player, CD recorder input etc.

10Audio Inputs

These inputs are suitable for any 'line level' source equipment such as the audio outputs of Sonata DV30 DVD player, Sonata CD30 CD player, satellite/cable receiver etc.

11DAB/FM Aerial input

The Sonata DR30 has an F-type screw connection aerial for both FM and DAB signals (a temporary aerial is supplied). Extend the aerial lead and move around until you get the best reception. For permanent use, outdoor DAB and FM aerials are highly recommended.

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