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C31/P35/P1E-2
Safety guidelines
Important safety instructions
These products are 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 these products. Retain this handbook for
future reference and adhere to all warnings in the handbook
or on the product itself.
2. Water and moisture
The presence of electricity near water can be dangerous. Do
not use these appliances near water -“ 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 of a unit through any openings. Liquid-
filled objects such as vases should not be placed on these
products.
4. Ventilation
Do not place these units 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 each unit to provide adequate ventilation.
5. Heat
Locate these products away from naked flames or heat
producing equipment such as radiators, stoves or other
appliances (including other amplifiers) that produce heat.
6. Climate
These products have 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 portable rack it
should be moved with great care, to avoid overturning the
combination.
8. Cleaning
Unplug a unit from the mains power supply before cleaning.
The cases 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 an unit to a power supply of the type
described in the operating instructions or as marked on the
product itself.
The primary method of isolating these products from the
mains supply is to remove the mains lead from the rear of
the unit. These products must be installed in manner that
makes this disconnection possible.
These are Class 1 devices and must be earthed.
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. Pay particular attention to cords and plugs,
and the point where they exit from the unit.
11. Grounding
Ensure that the grounding means of these products is not
defeated.
12. Power lines
Locate any outdoor antenna/aerial away from power lines.
13. Non-use periods
When using the stand-by function, a small amount of
current will continue to flow into the unit. Unplug the power
cord of a unit from the outlet if it is to be left unused for a
long period of time.
14. Abnormal smell
If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected from a unit, turn
the power off immediately and unplug the unit from the
wall outlet. Contact your dealer for further advice.
15. Servicing
You should not attempt to service these products beyond
that described in this handbook. All other servicing should
be referred to qualified service personnel.
16. Damage requiring service
These products should be serviced by qualified service
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
These products have 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
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 alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to const tute a risk of electr c shock to persons.
The exclamat on point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the l terature 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.
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C31/P35/P1E-3
English
Using this handbook
Thank you for buying this quality Arcam product.
This handbook covers the following items:
< C31 pre-amplifier;
< P35 power amplifier;
< P1 power amplifier.
This handbook is intended to give you all the information
you need to install and use these products. The C31 is
described first, followed by the P35 and the P1. Use of
the CR-389 remote control supplied with the C31 is also
described.
If your amplifiers 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 carefully the installation instructions
for your products before proceeding.
Safety
Safety guidelines are set out on page 2 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 recommend that you read them.
Contents
Safety guidelines ................................................ E-2
Important safety instructions ..........................E-2
Safety compliance ......................................... E-2
Using this handbook ........................................... E-3
Safety ......................................................... E-3
Installation: C31 pre-amplifier.............................. E-4
Positioning the unit ....................................... E-4
Connecting to other equipment .......................E-4
Connecting to a power supply .........................E-5
Switching the C31 on .................................... E-6
Changing the volume .................................... E-6
Selecting an audio source ..............................E-6
Using your C31 pre-amplifier ...............................E-6
Recording an audio source .............................E-7
Listening using headphones ...........................E-7
Product configuration .................................... E-7
Configuring your C31 pre-amplifier .......................E-8
Introduction ................................................. E-8
Adjusting listening settings ............................E-8
Using the remote control ..................................... E-9
Installation: P35 and P1 power amplifiers ............E-10
Positioning your power amplifier ...................E-10
Connecting to other equipment .....................E-10
Remote switching ....................................... E-11
Connecting loudspeakers .............................E-12
Connecting to a power supply .......................E-13
Using your power amplifier ................................E-14
Technical specifications ..................................... E-15
Remote-control codes ....................................... E-16
Troubleshooting ............................................... E-17
Guarantee ....................................................... E-17
On-line registration ..................................... E-17
Environmental matters:
This handbook is printed in the U K on recycled paper,
and is itself fully recyclable and biodegradeable
The paper used is from the Revive range of papers,
manufactured in the U K by Robert Horne In Revive,
75% of the paper is de-inked post-consumer waste, with
the remaining 25% being mill broke and virgin fibre
The recycled pulps used in the production of this paper
are a combination of Totally Chlorine Free (TCF) giving
zero AOX and Elemental Chlorine Free (ECF) giving a
resultant AOX level of less than 0 5Kg per 1000Kg of
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