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CAD-805 Anniversary Edition
Mono Power Amplifier
Setup and Operation Manual
NOTE: Before installing your new CAD-805 Anniversary Edition power amplifiers,
please read this manual carefully as it will inform you of the product specifications,
proper installation and operation procedures. Included in this manual are guidelines on
how to properly install and/or bias the tubes, adjust Cat Eye tube intensity and to care
for your new CAD-805 Anniversary Edition power amplifiers.
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- Page 1 CAD-805 Anniversary Edition Mono Power Amplifier Setup and Operation Manual NOTE: Before installing your new CAD-805 Anniversary Edition power amplifiers, please read this manual carefully as it will inform you of the product specifications, proper installation and operation procedures. Included in this manual are guidelines on how to properly install and/or bias the tubes, adjust Cat Eye tube intensity and to care for your new CAD-805 Anniversary Edition power amplifiers.
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Page 2: Specifications
Congratulations new CAD-805 Anniversary Editions Owner: After ten years of continuous production we proudly announce the CAD-805 Anniversary Edition! Operating the amplifier is a simple procedure. Each unit is designed for long term stability in virtually any home operating situation. Note that if the unit is operated outside the parameters outlined in this owner’s manual, damage may result. -
Page 3: Installation
Front Panel Features CAT EYE TUBE: Indicates approximate power output level. When the eye is completely closed the amplifier is at full power output. Top Panel Features OFF-ON TOGGLE SWITCH: Turns AC power on in the rear position. The output tube will not light at this point. -
Page 4: Warranty Card
DESIGN DEALER, please fill out the enclosed warranty registration card and return it within 15 days of purchase or register online at www.caryaudio.com. Cary Audio Design suggests that you keep your original packing cartons in case you need to ship the amps. Warranty restrictions apply. -
Page 5: Operation
Operation Your new amplifier is ready for operation after the speaker cables, interconnect cables and the tubes have been installed. Choose either the 211 or the 845 output tube with the top panel tube selector switch, according to the actual one installed. Only change this switch setting with the amplifier OFF. -
Page 6: Factory Service
If it becomes necessary to replace the tubes, the same brand as installed new should be used. A complete new tube kit is available from Cary Audio Design. Although useful tube life varies depending on the nature and degree of use, under normal home use, the 845 or the 211 output tube and the 300B driver tube should last many years in the CAD-805. - Page 7 Page 7...
- Page 8 AC fuse blows -Line voltage surge -Replace fuse. Tube fuse blows -Shorted tube (300B & -Replace tube. 845/211 have separate fuses.) Cary Audio Design 1020 Goodworth Drive Apex, North Carolina 27539 www.caryaudio.com info@caryaudio.com Tel: 919-355-0010 Fax: 919-355-0013 Technical Service: 1 - 5 PM Eastern time, Monday -Friday...
- Page 9 Set the bias to 60 milliamperes, dc ampere scale. _” bias plug WITH THE AMP OFF: Insert the _” bias meter plug into the bias jack on the back of the amplifier chassis. Connect the bias cable red alligator clip to the positive (+) connection on your meter.
- Page 10 300B Tube pin layout for CAD 805 Anniversary Edition pair of 300B tube pins should be installed toward the front of the CAD-805 LARGE Anniversary Edition amplifier tube socket. at the tube pins to be LOOK CAREFULLY sure that you insert them correctly. It is possible to force the tube pins into the socket the wrong way if you are not careful! If you install the tube wrong you will probably damage the amplifier and the tube.
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