Cambridge Audio Topaz AM10 - User Manual

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Topaz AM10
Issue Date: June 2010
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SERVICE MANUAL
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Specifications
TopazAM10premiumintegratedamplifier
Power Output: 35 watts (into 8 Ohms)
Frequency Response: (-3dB) 5Hz - 50kHz
S/N: (ref 1W) >82dB (unweighted)
THD (unweighted): <0.01% @ 1kHz, 80% of rated power
<0.15% 20Hz - 20kHx, 80% of rated power
Max. Power Consumption: 280W
Input Impedance: 47k ohms
Power amp damping factor: >50
Bass/Treble controls: Shelving, ultimate boost/cut
+/- 10dB @ 100Hz and 10kHz
Dimensions (H x W x D): 76 x 430 x 340mm
Weight 5.6kg (12.3lbs)
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Summary

Product Specifications

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Provides detailed instructions on safe handling, environmental considerations, and proper usage to avoid risks.

Electrical Safety & Warnings

Highlights risks of electric shock and fire, with specific warnings about water exposure and proper connection.

Regulatory Compliance & Symbols

Explains important symbols and certifications like WEEE, CE, C-Tick, Ross Test Stamp, and FCC regulations.

Rear Panel Connections

Audio Inputs & Outputs

Describes line-level audio inputs, phono input with grounding, and the RCA recording output.

Loudspeaker & Power Connections

Explains how to connect loudspeakers and the AC power socket, including voltage selection.

Front Panel Controls

Input & Source Selection

Details the MP3 input socket and buttons for selecting audio sources like CD, Tuner, Phono, and BD/DVD.

Display & Volume Control

Explains the display panel and the volume control for adjusting sound levels and menu options.

Remote Control Operation

Remote Control Functions

Details how to use the remote for source selection, volume adjustment, mute, and menu navigation.

Exploded Diagram

Main PCB Layout

Main PCB Schematic

Amp PCB Layout

Amp PCB Schematic

Input PCB Layout

Input PCB Schematic

Mains PCB Layout

Mains PCB Schematic

Cambridge Audio Topaz AM10 Specifications

General

Input Impedance	47k Ohms
Damping Factor	>100
Signal to Noise Ratio	82dB (unweighted)
Dimensions	76 x 430 x 340mm
Weight	5.6kg
Power Consumption	260W
Inputs	4 x RCA
Outputs	1 x RCA Rec Out, 1 x Speaker Outputs, 1 x Headphone Jack
Frequency Response	5Hz - 50kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion	<0.01% (1kHz, 10W)