Arcam P35 Owners Manual
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22 Safety guidelines CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to aler t the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to aler t the user to the presence of impor tant operating and maintenance (ser vicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. CAUTION: In Canada and the USA, to prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the plug to the wide slot in the socket and insert the plug fully into the socket. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product is designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. However, you should be aware of the following installation and operation precautions: 1. Take heed of warnings and instructions You should read all the safety and operating instructions before operating this appliance. Retain this handbook for future reference and adhere to all warnings in the handbook or on the appliance. 2. Water and moisture The presence of electricity near water can be dangerous. Do not use the appliance near water – for example next to a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, etc. 3. Object or liquid entry Take care that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through any openings. Liquid filled objects such as vases should not be placed on the equipment. 4. Ventilation Do not place the equipment on a bed, sofa, rug or similar soft surface, or in an enclosed bookcase or cabinet, since ventilation may be impeded. We recommend a minimum distance of 50mm (2 inches) around the sides and top of the appliance to provide adequate ventilation. 5. Heat Locate the appliance away from naked flames or heat producing equipment such as radiators, stoves or other appliances (including other amplifiers) that produce heat. 6. Climate The appliance has been designed for use in moderate climates. 7. Racks and stands Only use a rack or stand that is recommended for use with audio equipment. If the equipment is on a por table rack it should be moved with great care, to avoid over turning the combination. 8. Cleaning Unplug the unit from the mains supply before cleaning. The case should normally only require a wipe with a soft, damp, lint- free cloth. Do not use paint thinners or other chemical solvents for cleaning. We do not advise the use of furniture cleaning sprays or polishes as they can cause indelible white marks if the unit is subsequently wiped with a damp cloth. 9. Power sources Only connect the appliance to a power supply of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance. 10. Power-cord protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying par ticular attention to cords and plugs, and the point where they exit from the appliance. 11. Grounding Ensure that the grounding means of the appliance is not defeated. 12. Power lines Locate any outdoor antenna/aerial away from power lines. 13. Non-use periods If the unit has a standby function, a small amount of current will continue to flow into the equipment in this mode. Unplug the power cord of the appliance from the outlet if left unused for a long period of time. 14. Abnormal smell If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected from the appliance, turn the power off immediately and unplug the unit from the wall outlet. Contact your dealer immediately. 15. Servicing You should not attempt to ser vice the appliance beyond that described in this handbook. All other ser vicing should be referred to qualified ser vice personnel. 16. Damage requiring service The appliance should be ser viced by qualified ser vice personnel when: A. the power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged, or B. objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into the appliance, or C. the appliance has been exposed to rain, or D. the appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance, or E. the appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged. SAFETY COMPLIANCE This product has been designed to meet the IEC 60065 international electrical safety standard. RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR ATTENTION CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
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3 E n g l i s h Using this handbook Thank you for buying this quality Arcam product. This handbook is for the following items: C30 pre-amplifier P35 power amplifier P1 power amplifier. The handbook is designed to give you all the information you need to install and use these products. The C30 is described first, followed by the P35 and the P1. Use of the CD-389 remote control supplied with the C30 is also described. If your amplifier(s) have been installed and set-up by an authorised Arcam dealer, you may wish to go directly to the sections on how to use this equipment. Otherwise we recommend reading the installtion instructions carefully for your product before proceeding. SAFETY Safety guidelines are set out on the page 4 of this handbook. Many of these items are common sense precautions, but for your own safety, and to ensure that you do not damage the unit, we strongly recommend that you read them. OTHER LANGUAGES If you would like this handbook in another language, either visit our web-site ( www.arcam.co.uk ), or ask your dealer. Most of our handbooks are available in a number of different languages. CONTENTS Safety guidelines ............................................................................. 2 Impor tant safety instructions ...........................................................2 Safety compliance ................................................................................... 2 Using this handbook ...................................................................... 3 Installation: C30 pre-amplifier .....................................................4 Positioning the unit ................................................................................ 4 Connecting to a power supply .......................................................4 Power amplifier connection ............................................................4 Connecting to other equipment ....................................................5 Front panel controls .............................................................................. 6 Using your C30 pre-amplifier .....................................................6 Recording .................................................................................................... 7 Setting up your C30 pre-amplifier .............................................8 Using the remote control ............................................................ 9 Installation: P35 and P1 power amplifiers ...............................10 Positioning the unit ............................................................................. 10 Connecting to a power supply ....................................................10 Connecting to other equipment .................................................11 Connecting loudspeakers ................................................................ 11 Remote switching ................................................................................ 11 Three channel option (P35 only) ...............................................11 Using your power amplifier ....................................................... 12 Bi-wiring and bi-amping loudspeakers .....................................13 Before you star t ................................................................................... 13 Bi-wiring your loudspeakers ..........................................................13 Bi-amping your system ...................................................................... 13 Technical specifications ............................................................... 14 Remote-control codes ............................................................... 15 Guarantee ...................................................................................... 16 Service information ..................................................................... 16 On-line registration ............................................................................ 16