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CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS 

 

 

 

REAR PANEL 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.   BALANCED (XLR) INPUT JACK (Right Channel) 

Provides balanced audio input from source. 

 

2.   UNBALANCED (RCA) INPUT JACK (Right Channel) 

Provides balanced audio input from source. 

 

3.   UNBALANCED (RCA) INPUT JACK (Left Channel) 

Provides unbalanced audio input from source. 

 

4.   BALANCED (XLR) INPUT JACK (Left Channel) 

Provides balanced audio input from source. 

 

NOTE: Please use balanced OR unbalanced connectors.  Do NOT use both. 

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Summary of Contents for SA-200.2

Page 1: ... o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o SA 200 2 Power Amplifier NOTE Before installing your new component please read this manual carefully as it will inform you of the product specifications proper installation and correct operating procedures for your unit Also included in this manual are guidelines on how to service and car...

Page 2: ...s 2 Welcome Product Features 4 Unpacking and Installation 6 Specifications 7 Controls Displays Front Panel 8 Rear Panel 9 Service and Care Care and Cleaning 12 Factory Service 12 Non Warranty Repairs 12 Shipping Instructions 12 Limited Warranty 13 ...

Page 3: ... unit away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other units including amplifiers that produce heat 8 VENTILATION Slots and openings in the cabinet create ventilation to protect the component from overheating These openings on the top and bottom panels must remain unobstructed Allow at least 6 inches 16cm of clearance above the unit and an opening behind the unit for airflow...

Page 4: ...ORMATION FOR USER CAUTION Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Cary Audio Design could void the user s authority to operate the equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential i...

Page 5: ... sheet metal The monolithic front end brought major advantages to the amplifier design with improved temperature stability low offset and a substantial reduction of all types of distortion across the full frequency spectrum Cary Audio Design has been known for over two decades as a producer of some of the finest and most musical tube amplifiers in the world Based on this heritage we have paid spec...

Page 6: ...ble with mismatched reactive or unusual loads Soft start circuit prevents Brown outs when amplifier is turned on High quality RCA gold plated and XLR input connectors High quality heavy duty speaker output connectors Our goals in designing this new amplifier were quite extensive and we believe we met or exceeded all of them As a company we strive to be on the cutting edge of our industry which req...

Page 7: ... for 25 feet Most audio dealers will have proper speaker cable in stock for this purpose Consult your Authorized Cary Audio Design dealer for advice about wire Interconnects Signal input connections are made via the input jack on the rear of the SA 200 2 power amplifier either single ended or balanced The interconnect cables from the output of the processor can be any convenient length your instal...

Page 8: ... 2 x 350 Watts 4 Ohms from 20 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response 10 Hz to 50 kHz 0 1 dB Signal to Noise Ratio 100 dB A Weighted Input Impedance 22K Ohms Unbalanced RCA jacks 22K Ohms Balanced XLR Voltage Gain 28 dB AC Power 117 234 Volts AC 50 60 Hz Break in Time 100 Hours of playing time Finish Black epoxy coated steel chassis Silver anodized aluminum faceplate Black Optional Weight 65 lbs Dimension...

Page 9: ...e rear panel Master Power Switch is powered on the SA 200 2 is in Standby mode Pressing the front panel Power Button when the rear panel master panel switch is powered on will activate the power amplifier When the SA 200 2 is activated the LED above the power button lights blue Note When the status of the SA 200 2 changes relay clicks may be audible This is normal 8 ...

Page 10: ...2 UNBALANCED RCA INPUT JACK Right Channel Provides balanced audio input from source 3 UNBALANCED RCA INPUT JACK Left Channel Provides unbalanced audio input from source 4 BALANCED XLR INPUT JACK Left Channel Provides balanced audio input from source NOTE Please use balanced OR unbalanced connectors Do NOT use both 9 ...

Page 11: ...ors 6 FUSE HOLDER Use only 8A 120v or 4A 240v 7 AC POWER CONNECTOR MAIN POWER SWITCH Connect to AC mains using the included power supply cord Turn the main power switch on before use 8 REMOTE TRIGGER INPUT Enables the SA 200 2 to be controlled by an external device with a 3 3V DC minimum to 24V DC maximum trigger output Connect the trigger output of the external device to the TRIGGER INPUT of the ...

Page 12: ... inputs Do not under any circumstances connect the amplifier to a subwoofer through its high level speaker inputs There is a potential of damaging the amplifier using this type of connection due to differences in grounding schemes used by some subwoofer manufacturers Failing to observe the following precaution will void your warranty 11 ...

Page 13: ...de repair service for its products charging on a time and expense basis At this time the standard non warranty service bench fee is 125 for the first hour and 95 per hour thereafter Parts used for repairs as well as return shipping are additional This may change and is not a quote for service Please call us at 919 355 0010 for more information about out of warranty service and repair fees SHIPPING...

Page 14: ...from a Accident acts of nature misuse abuse neglect or unauthorized product modifications b Improper installation removal or maintenance or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product c Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Cary Audio to repair the product d Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier e Any cause other than a product defect 2 C...

Page 15: ...ice d The buyer s name and address e Describe in detail the problem f Note the unit s model number and serial number 3 Deliver by either of these methods a With all freight and insurance charges prepaid and in its original packing container or equivalent ship the component to Cary Audio 1020 Goodworth Drive Apex NC 27539 b Hand deliver the product to Cary Audio address noted above or the nearest a...

Page 16: ...you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state International Purchasers Export Markets Cary Audio warrants its merchandise to purchasers within the United States exclusively for use within the United States It provides no other warranties expressed or implied If you are living outside of the United States please consult your loca...

Page 17: ... 355 0010 fax 919 355 0013 www caryaudio com o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o ...

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