CLASSÉ AUDIO CAV-75 MULTI-CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER CAV-75 OWNER'S MANUAL
CLASSÉ DESIGN PHILOSOPHY 1. REPEATED LISTENING DESIGN SESSIONS: Fine tuning of sound by exchanging and mixing of parts (transistors, capacitors, wiring, PCB boards etc.), and adjusting many specific operating voltages within proper engineering ranges, producing an overall sonic recipe giving the most natural harmonic realism of music typical of instruments in a live performance. 2.
CAV-75 OWNER'S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS UNPACKING & SET-UP........................................................... 4 GENERAL CONNECTIONS AND OPERATIONS ................. 5 CONNECTIONS AND DIAGRAMS ......................................... 7 WARRANTY ............................................................................. 10 SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... 12 WARRANTY REGISTRATION ...............................................
UNPACKING & SET-UP Your Classé CAV-75 multi-channel power amplifier is packed in high density, semi-rigid foam placed in a special cardboard box. To remove the unit, open and spread all the top flaps of the box and by its sides, lift out the entire unit and put it on a large flat surface. Take it out of the plastic bag and inspect the unit for any concealed damage. Apart from this owner's manual, please ensure the following have also been included: 1) Detachable linecord. 2) Allen key for top plate.
INTERNAL RAIL FUSES: The CAV-75 is designed with each channel protected by one pair of internal fuses for positive and negative rails (see fig-1 page 7) 4 AMP FAST BLOW 125 volts GENERAL CONNECTIONS AND OPERATION: A.C. LINE Insert the linecord into the A.C. receptacle on the rear of the unit. CAUTION: SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT AC LINE CABLE WHILE MAKING ALL CONNECTIONS. "FLOATING THE GROUND", OR DEFEATING THE GROUND ON A 3-PRONG LINECORD MAY CREATE A SHOCK HAZARD.
The six (6) channels of the CAV-75 are divided into three (3) groups. These groups can be operated and configured independently _ Channel-1 with Channel-2, Channel-3 with Channel-4, and Channel-5 with Channel-6. When in bridged mode, the inputs of CH-1, CH-3 and CH-5 are used respectively (as marked above the jacks). The unused inputs of CH-2, CH-4 and CH-6 are automatically disconnected when configured in bridged mode. The following steps should be performed to switch between NORMAL and BRIDGED modes.
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CLASSÉ CAV-75 LIMITED FACTORY WARRANTY (North America only). IMPORTANT: Warranty registration, and a copy of the ‘‘Authorized Dealer Bill of Sale’’ must be received at the Classé Audio factory (address: page 14) within thirty (30) days of purchase by the original retail purchaser in order to validate these warranty. FIVE YEAR WARRANTY (all parties) Classé Audio, Inc.
modification, as determined by Classé Audio Inc. 3) Removal, defacing, or falsifying the serial number plate. 4) Shipping without the complete factory packaging. 5) Transfer or sale of this amplifier by the original owner. 6) Non-compliance with any of the other conditions hereof. CLASSÉ AUDIO INC.
CLASSÉ CAV-75 MULTIMULTI-CHANNEL 6-CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS SHEET CAV-75 FEATURES: 6-Channel Power amplifier 75 watts/channel, switching capability for different channel configurations. Custom Classé internal heat sinks, thick curved faceplate with sculpted one piece handles. Available in both Satin Black, and Soft Shadow Silver finishes. CAV-75 SPECIFICATIONS: Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 KHz =/- 0.1 dB Sensitivity: 0.
Five (5) Channels 150 Watts x 1 (bridged) 75 Watts x 4 150 Watts x 2 (bridged) 75 Watts x 2 150 Watts x 3 (bridged) Four (4) Channels Three (3) Channels Power consumption: 75 Watts Dimensions: Gross: Net: Weight: Gross: Net: 10 1/4" x 21" x 19" 5 1/2" x 19" x 15" 45 lbs. 40 lbs.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION You must fill out and return the form below, along with a copy of the authorized dealer bill of sale, to the factory within thirty (30) days of purchase. This will allow us to provide expedient service, information regarding updates and new products, and validate the Classé warranty.
Notice to all Classé Product owners: Thank you component. for your purchase of a Classé Audio All of us at Classé have taken extreme care to ensure that your purchase will become a prized investment. We are proud to inform you that all Classé Audio components have been officially approved for the European Community CE mark.
