The pin assignments of these XLR input connectors are:
Pin 1: Signal ground
Pin 2: Signal +
Pin 3: Signal – (inverting)
Connector ground lug: chassis ground
These pin assignments are consistent with the standard adopted by the Audio Engineering Society
If you are using your Classé power amplifier with a Classé preamplifier, you’re all set – just take standard balanced interconnect cables and plug them in.Then engage that input on the power amplifier by configuring it as described in Initial Setup.
If you are using another brand of preamplifier, please refer to the operating manual of your
2Single-Ended (RCA) Input
If you elect to use the
3Speaker Outputs
A pair of high quality
Although the binding posts on your Classé amplifier will accept bare wire connections, we strongly recommend the use of high quality spade or hook lugs, crimped and soldered onto the ends of your speaker wires. Using high quality connectors will ensure that your speaker connections do not gradually deteriorate from fraying and oxidizing bare wires. It also helps prevent accidental
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