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REAR PANEL 

 
 

 

 
 
Autoformer Mounting Holes:  These holes are for mounting of optional autoformers to the rear panel of the CPA130.  Autoformers allow 
the CPA130 to be used to drive 25V, 70V, or 100V distributed speaker systems (see 5-Way Speaker Binding Posts below). 
 
AC Power Entrance:  This receptacle accepts the detachable AC Power Cord.  The AC Power Cord is for connection to three-prong 
grounded AC outlets.  CAUTION:  Do not remove or defeat the ground prong on the AC Power Cord, as this constitutes a shock hazard.  
The Fuse Clip may be removed by first detaching the AC Power Cord, then prying the Fuse Clip out from above, using a flat-blade 
screwdriver in the notch provided.  The Fuse Clip contains the standard fuse for the selected AC operational voltage.  The standard fuse is 
held in the clip, and becomes the actual AC fuse when the Fuse Clip is installed.  Replace the standard fuse only with the same value and 
type.  For ~115 VAC operation, use a T 3A L 250V fuse.  For ~230 VAC operation, use a T 1.6A L 250V fuse. 
 
Voltage Selector Switch: For 115 VAC operation, slide to the left position toward 115V.  For 230 VAC operation, slide to the right position 
toward 230V. 
 
Channel Level Controls:  These controls adjust the input signal level for each channel.  After setting appropriate levels at the signal 
source,  then adjust the Channel Level Controls for the desired output volume from the CPA130.  In mono-bridge mode, Channel 1 
becomes the active input and Channel 2 input is inactive.  As an option, the Channel Level Controls may be mounted to the CPA130 front 
panel (see Internal Modifications: Front Panel Level Controls on page 9).  NOTE:  Modifications must be performed by qualified service 
professionals.
 
 
Input Barrier Strip:  These barrier strip screw terminals are for connection of line-level input signals to the channels.  For balanced inputs, 
connect High to (+), Low to (-), and Ground to (gnd).  For unbalanced inputs, connect High to (+) and Ground to both (-) & (gnd).  In mono-
bridge mode, Channel 1 becomes the active input and the Channel 2 input is inactive. 
 
5-Way Speaker Binding Posts:  These 5-way binding posts are for connection of speaker loads to the CPA130.  In stereo mode, the red 
(+) terminal of each channel is for connection to speaker positive, and the black (-) terminal for each channel is for connection to speaker 
negative.  The CPA130 will deliver up to 65 Watts per channel into 4 ohm minimum loads.  In mono-bridge mode, the red (+) terminal of 
Channel 1 is for connection to speaker positive, and the red (+) terminal of Channel 2 is for connection to speaker negative.  The CPA130 
will deliver up to 130 Watts mono-bridged into an 8 ohm minimum load.  Autoformers are available from Biamp Systems, which allow the 
CPA130 to be used to drive 25V, 70V, or 100V distributed speaker systems (see Internal Modifications: High-Pass Filter on page 5).  When 
using the CPA130 in stereo mode, the appropriate autoformer for each channel is a DT-2A.  When using the CPA130 in mono-bridge 
mode, the appropriate autoformer is a DT-3A. 
 
Mono-Bridge Switch:  When depressed, this switch selects the mono-bridge mode of operation.  In mono-bridge mode, Channel 1 
becomes the active input and the Channel 2 input is inactive.  The red (+) speaker terminal of Channel 1 is for connection to speaker 
positive, and the red (+) speaker terminal of Channel 2 is for connection to speaker negative.  The CPA130 will deliver up to 130 Watts 
mono-bridged into an 8 ohm minimum load. 

Summary of Contents for CPA 130

Page 1: ...CPA 130 Power Amplifier Operation Manual Biamp Systems 9300 S W Gemini Drive Beaverton OR 97008 USA 1 503 641 7287 www biamp com...

Page 2: ...CPA130 TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information Front Panel Rear Panel Precautions Internal Modifications Specifications Block Diagram Warranty pgs 2 5 pg 6 pg 7 pg 8 pg 9 pg 10 pg 11 pg 12...

Page 3: ...maintenance CPA130 amplifiers carry a five year warranty CPA130 features include balanced inputs on barrier strip terminals 65 watts channel 4 ohms stereo 40 watts channel 8 ohms stereo 130 watts 8 oh...

Page 4: ...ed for your safety When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularl...

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Page 8: ...lights Channel Level Control Mounting Holes These holes are provided for optional front panel mounting of the channel level controls see Internal Modifications Front Panel Level Controls on page 9 NO...

Page 9: ...ntrols on page 9 NOTE Modifications must be performed by qualified service professionals Input Barrier Strip These barrier strip screw terminals are for connection of line level input signals to the c...

Page 10: ...The amplifiers have cooling vents on both the top and bottom panels Do not block the cooling vents in any way When mounting the CPA130 in a rack leave at least one rack space above and below the ampl...

Page 11: ...requencies due to speaker transformer inductance which can cause distortion or damage to the amplifier If the CPA130 is used in mono bridge mode to drive a distributed speaker system it is only necess...

Page 12: ...dB Total Harmonic Distortion 20Hz 20kHz rated power 2kHz rated power typical 0 2 0 1 Intermodulation Distortion SMPTE 0 35 Frequency Response 20Hz 20kHz 0 1dB Input Impedance balanced unbalanced 20k o...

Page 13: ...2 input In HPF Channel 1 Level Driver Amplifier Channel 1 Output Common Power Amplifier Signal Detect Balanced input Stage Balanced input Stage High Pass Filter 180Hz 18dB octave Out In HPF Channel 2...

Page 14: ...pairs or installed in any manner that does not comply with BIAMP Systems recommendations 4 Electro mechanical fans electrolytic capacitors and normal wear and tear of items such as paint knobs handles...

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