AM1/AM5 Your music + our passion ENGLISH Integrated Amplifier User’s manual 2
Contents Introduction Introduction .................................................................................................2 Thank you for purchasing this Cambridge Audio Topaz AM1 or AM5 Stereo Amplifier. We are confident that you will enjoy many years of listening pleasure from it. Like all Cambridge Audio products, the AM1 and AM5 adhere to our three core principles – stunning performance, ease of use and incredible value. Important safety instructions .......................................
AM1 AM5 ENGLISH Important safety instructions For your own safety please read the following important safety instructions carefully before attempting to connect this unit to the mains power supply. They will also enable you to get the best performance from and prolong the life of the unit: 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
Limited warranty Ventilation IMPORTANT - The unit will become hot when in use. Do not stack multiple units on top of each other. Do not place in an enclosed area such as a bookcase or in a cabinet without sufficient ventilation. Ensure that small objects do not fall through any ventilation grille. If this happens, switch off immediately, disconnect from the mains supply and contact your dealer for advice. Positioning Choose the installation location carefully.
AM1 AM5 ENGLISH Rear panel connections 4 1 1 2 3 Care should be taken to ensure no stray strands of wire are shorting the speaker outputs together. Please ensure that the loudspeaker terminals have been tightened adequately to provide a good electrical connection. It is possible for the sound quality to be affected if the screw terminals are loose. Audio inputs These inputs are suitable for any ‘line level’ source equipment such as the audio outputs of CD players, BD/DVD players, etc.
Connections Loudspeakers Check the impedance of your speakers. You can use types with an impedance of between 4 and 8 Ohms. The red coloured speaker terminals are positive (+) and the black speaker terminals are negative (-). Make sure correct polarity is maintained at each speaker connector or the sound can become weak and “phasey” with little bass. Note: All connections are made using standard loudspeaker cable.
Technical specifications Troubleshooting AM1 There is no power Power output 20 watts (into 8Ω) Ensure the AC power cord is connected securely. THD (unweighted) <0.02% @ 1kHz, 80% of rated power <0.15% 20Hz – 20kHz, 80% of rated power <0.1% 20Hz – 20kHz @ 10W Ensure the plug is fully inserted into the wall socket and is switched on. Frequency response (-3dB) 10Hz - 30kHz Check the power button is on at the front of the unit.
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