Cary Audio Design C 306 owner manual 2.1Unpacking

Installation_____________________________________________

This section describes the unpacking and installation procedures for the C 306 Preamplifier.

WARNING

MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO PUT THE C 306 PREAMPLIFIER IN SERVICE WITH THE TOP COVER REMOVED. CONTACT WITH HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE THE

C 306 PREAMPLIFIER CAN BE FATAL !!!!!

2.1Unpacking

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 C 306 Preamplifier 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 C 306 Preamplifier 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 C 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.

2.2Placement

In general, the location of your new C 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 C 306 on top of a power amplifier. Allow 4-6 inches (10-15cm) above the unit for proper ventilation.

2.3Power Requirement

The C 306 Preamplifier is designed to operate from AC mains current. The design AC voltage is either 100-120V /or 200-240Volts AC at 50-60 Hz.

2.4Connections

Balanced Inputs 1-3 : Accepts right-channel and left-channel balanced signals from source Equipment with balanced outputs.

Single-ended Inputs 4-6 : Accepts right-channel and left –channel (single-ended) inputs from Line-levels source equipment such as tuners, CD player.

Balanced Main Outputs :These are for connection to the XLR input jacks of an accompanying power amplifier or electronic crossovers.

Single-ended Outputs : There are for connection to the RAC input jacks of an accompanying power amplifier or electronic crossovers.