Cary Audio Design Xciter Stereo Amplifier User Manual


 
SPECIFICATIONS
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Operating the CAD Xciter is a simple procedure. It is designed for long-term stability in virtually
any home operating environment. However, if the unit is operated outside the parameters
outlined in this owner's manual, damage may result. Please read this manual carefully before
putting your new CAD Xciter amplifier into operation.
The following section describes the CAD Xciter amplifiers’ basic specifications. The specifications
are subject to change without notice or obligation.
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Circuit Type Class A triode push-pull amplifier, Auto-Bias Triode mode
operation
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Power Output 5 Watts per channel into 8 ohm load
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Line Inputs 3 selectable inputs per channel - RCA single-ended
(Gold Plated)
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Sub-Woofer Outputs Sub-woofer Out - RCA single-ended - one for each channel
(Gold Plated)
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Headphone Output 4 - 600 ohm compatible - 1/4"diameter, 3 circuit jack
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Noise and Hum -80 dB below rated output
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Input Impedance 100K - RCA Unbalanced
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Frequency Response 17 Hz - 25 KHz flat @ 1 watt
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Tubes 2 - 12AX7A input gain stage/ driver stage
4 - 6L6GC output tubes
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Power Transformer High Efficiency Toroidal for both High Voltage and Low Voltage
Requirements
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Output Transformer(s) Custom laminate – 15 watt rating
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Resistors 1% precision metal film
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Capacitors Polystyrene, Film, and Foil
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Power Supply Capacitors 7 x 100 Micro Farad @450VDC (Low Impedance Electrolytic),
2 x 0.22 Micro Farad @600VDC (Polystyrene Kimber Kaps)
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Speaker Posts Gold plated copper, 5-way binding
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Wiring Printed Circuit Board and custom point to cabling
(all low level signal cables are shielded coaxial)
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AC Cord 3 Conductor Shielded, Detachable
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AC Power Requirements 117 VAC @ 50/60 Hz
234 VAC @ 50/60 Hz
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Power Consumption 80 Watts idle, 85 Watts Full Power Output