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840E

azur

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The 840E features a Control Bus input/output that
allow un-modulated remote control commands
(positive logic, TTL level) to be received electrically
by the unit and looped to another unit if desired.
These control commands are typically generated
by custom installation (multi-room) systems or remote IR receiver
systems. The Control Bus sockets are colour-coded orange.

An IR Emitter Input is also provided that allows modulated IR remote
control commands to be received electrically by the unit. Commands on
this input operate the unit only and are not looped out demodulated on
the Control Bus Output. 

An RS232C port is also featured which allows the 840E to be
controlled by C.I. systems.

In addition the unit features ‘direct’ IR/Control codes as well as toggle
codes for some of their features to simplify programming custom
installation systems. Special direct On/Off and Mute commands can be
accessed on the supplied remote control for teaching into C.I. systems
as follows:

1. Press and hold the 

Standby/On

button. The remote first generates it's

standby (toggle) command. Keep the button held down, after 12
seconds an amplifier “On” command will be generated. If the button
is kept held down for a further 12 seconds, an amplifier player “Off”
command is generated.

2. Press and hold the 

Mute

button. The remote first generates it's mute

(toggle) command. Keep the button held down, after 12 seconds a
“Mute on” command will be generated. If the button is kept held
down for a further 12 seconds, a “Mute off” command is generated.

A full code table and RS232 protocol for this product is available on the
Cambridge Audio website:

www.cambridge-audio.com

Custom installation (C.I.) use

IR Emitter

In

In

Out

Control Bus

There is no power

Ensure the AC power cord is connected securely.

Ensure the plug is fully inserted into the wall socket and is switched on.

Check fuse in the mains plug or adaptor.

There is no sound

Make sure the unit is not in Standby mode.

Check that source component is properly connected.

Check that Input 8 (Rec In) is not switched on (unless a tape input is
required).

Check that your speakers are properly connected.

Make sure unit is not in mute mode.

There is no sound on one channel

Ensure that balance control is in the correct position.

Check speaker connections.

Check interconnects.

There is a loud buzz or hum

Check turntable or tone arm for ground and connection lead fault.

Ensure no interconnects are loose or defective.

Ensure that your tape deck/turntable is not too close to the unit.

Unable to make or play tape recordings

Check that Input 8 (Rec In) and Rec Out have been connected correctly.

There is weak bass or diffused stereo imaging 

Ensure that speakers are not wired out of phase.

The remote handset will not function 

Check that the batteries have not expired.

Ensure that nothing is blocking the remote sensor.

For more frequently asked questions (FAQs), technical advice and
information on getting the most out of your 840E, please visit the
Support section on Cambridge Audio’s website:

www.cambridgeaudio.com/support.php

Troubleshooting

THD (+ noise)

< 0.0006% @1kHz                        
< 0.003% @20kHz 

S/N (unweighted)

< 121dBr            
< 100dBu

Frequency response

10Hz - 100kHz ± 0.1dB 

Crosstalk @1kHz

> 100dB

Input isolation

> 115dB

Maximum output

8V rms unbalanced
8V + 8V rms balanced

Output impedence

100 Ohms (Unbalanced or Balanced)

Subwoofer out

Flat or 200Hz 2nd Order Butterworth LPF

Max power consumption

36W

Bass & Treble controls

Shelving type
Max bass boost/cut ± 10 dB at 10 Hz
Max treble boost/cut ± 7.5 dB at 20 kHz

Dimensions (H x W x D)

115 x 430 x 385mm                         
(4.5 x 16.9 x 15.2”)

Weight

8.7kg (19.1Lbs)

Technical specifications

Summary of Contents for Azur 840EW

Page 1: ...Pre Amplifier User s manual 2 ENGLISH 840E azur...

Page 2: ...posed to dripping or splashing water or other liquids No objects filled with liquid such as vases shall be placed on the unit The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triang...

Page 3: ...warranty service please contact the Cambridge Audio authorised dealer from which you purchased this product If your dealer is not equipped to perform the repair of your Cambridge Audio product it can...

Page 4: ...to the same exacting standards as this pre amplifier Your dealer can also supply excellent quality Cambridge Audio interconnects to ensure your system realises its full potential Thank you for taking...

Page 5: ...nits including the matching 840W power amplifier Refer to the Power syncing section of this manual for more information RS232C The RS232C port allows external serial control of the 840E for custom ins...

Page 6: ...input selection button to select the source component that you wish to listen to highlighted by a solid circle on the display The signal selected is also fed to the Rec Out sockets so that it may be r...

Page 7: ...ht Skip Press once to skip forward by one track on the CD Press and hold to skip forwards through tracks Left Skip Press once to skip backward by one track on the CD Press and hold to skip backwards t...

Page 8: ...com Figure 1 Unbalanced input Figure 2 Balanced input Phono RCA 840E 840C XLR 840E 840C Power syncing On Standby control When going in out of Standby mode the Azur 840E pre amplifier can if desired au...

Page 9: ...connections Unbalanced The 840E features both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA Phono output connections For the best quality we recommend you use the balanced output with power amplifiers that feature...

Page 10: ...open AVIS Risque de choc electrique Ne pas ouvrir ACHTUNG Vorm ffnen des ger tes Netzstecker ziehen On Off Loop Output Input Balanced Audio Right Unbalanced Audio Right Input Loop Output Input Loop Ou...

Page 11: ...ting that they are active and direct mode is Off The 840E stores whether Direct mode is on or off for each input individually For example it is possible to have the tone controls automatically active...

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Page 13: ...1600W www cambridge audio com Designed in London England Power AC Please ensure that loudspeaker terminals are fully tightened Veuillez s assurer que les bornes de l enceinte sont enti rement serr es...

Page 14: ...h means the keypads can operate independently of the amplifier in terms of volume bass treble etc be independently turned on and off and can also listen to a different source from that which is curren...

Page 15: ...t Control Bus There is no power Ensure the AC power cord is connected securely Ensure the plug is fully inserted into the wall socket and is switched on Check fuse in the mains plug or adaptor There i...

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