AXA35

INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER
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IMPORTANT SAFET Y INSTRUCTIONS 3 This guide is designed to make installing and using this product as easy as possible. Infor-
mation in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy at the time of printing;
RE AR PANEL CONNECTIONS 5 however, Cambridge Audio’s policy is one of continuous improvement, therefore design and
specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
FRONT PANEL CONTROL S 6
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REMOTE CONTROL 7 reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or other
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 AXA35

Important safety instructions

For your own safety please read the following important safety instructions carefully
before attempting to connect this unit to the mains power supply. They will also
enable you to get the best performance from and prolong the life of the unit:
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
3. Heed all warnings. intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated ‘dangerous voltage’ within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
4. Follow all instructions. electric shock to persons.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the service
6. Clean only with a dry cloth. literature relevant to this appliance.
7. 
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions. WEEE SYMBOL
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or The crossed-out wheeled bin is the European Union symbol for indicating
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. separate collection for electrical and electronic equipment. This product
contains electrical and electronic equipment which should be reused,
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A recycled or recovered and should not be disposed of with unsorted
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type regular waste. Please return the unit or contact the authorised dealer from whom you
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third purchased this product for more information.
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
CE MARK
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, This product complies with European Low Voltage (2014/35/EU),
convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Electromagnetic Compatibility (2014/30/EU) and Environmentally-
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. friendly design of Energy-related Products (2009/125/EC) Directives when used
and installed according to this instruction manual. For continued compliance only
12. Use with only the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by Cambridge Audio accessories should be used with this product and servicing must
the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, be referred to qualified service personnel.
use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
RCM (REGULATORY COMPLIANCE MARK)
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods This product meets Australia, New Zealand Safety, EMC and Radio
of time. Communications requirements of the ERAC and ACMA.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as the power-supply cord or plug FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
having been damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate NOTICE:
normally, or has been dropped. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
WARNING:
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
- Do not place the unit in an enclosed space; if you wish to place the unit on a shelf, installation.
use the top shelf to allow maximum ventilation. Do not put any objects on top of
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if
this unit. Do not situate it on a rug or other soft surface and do not obstruct any
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
air inlets or outlet grilles. Do not cover the ventilation grilles with items such as
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
- To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
or moisture . This unit must not be used near water or exposed to dripping or
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
splashing water or other liquids. No objects filled with liquid, such as vases, shall
to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
be placed on the unit.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same
or equivalent type. • Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
- The battery (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. receiver is connected.
- The unit must be installed in a manner that makes disconnection of the mains • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
plug from the mains socket outlet (or appliance connector from the rear of
the unit) possible. Where the mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
disconnect device shall remain readily operable. responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
- Please refer to the information on the exterior rear panel for electrical and safety
information before installing or operating the apparatus.
- Only use the mains cord supplied with this unit.
Use of the apparatus in tropical climates - The equipment shall be used at a
maximum 45 degree C ambient temperature.
The unit is of Class 1 construction and must be connected to a mains socket outlet
with a protective earthing connection.

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SUPPLIER’S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY POWER SOURCES
(SDOC) The unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power-supply to your home, consult
Equipment: Integrated Amplifier your product dealer or local power company.
Model: AXA35
Trademark: Cambridge Audio If you do not intend to use this unit for a long period of time, unplug it from the
mains socket.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that OVERLOADING
may cause undesired operation.
Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or
The responsible party in US: electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, damaged
or cracked wire insulation and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a
Company name: Audio Partnership LLC shock or fire hazard.
Address: 1913 N Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, IL 60647 Be sure to insert each power cord securely. To prevent hum and noise, do not bundle
the interconnect leads with the power cord or speaker leads.
Phone: (312) 636-4817
Legal Representative Person: Gregg Chopper
CLEANING
Signature:
To clean the unit, wipe its case with a dry, lint-free cloth. Do not use any cleaning
fluids containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives. Do not spray an aerosol at or near
the unit.
VENTILATION
Important! The unit will become hot when in use. Do not stack multiple units on top BATTERY DISPOSAL
of each other. Batteries may contain substances harmful to the environment. Please dispose
of any discharged batteries with due consideration and in accordance with local
Ensure that small objects do not fall through any ventilation grille. If this happens, environmental/electronic recycling guidelines.
switch off immediately, disconnect from the mains supply and contact your dealer
for advice.
SERVICING
POSITIONING These units are not user serviceable. Never attempt to repair, disassemble or
reconstruct the unit if there seems to be a problem. A serious electric shock could
Choose the installation location carefully. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close result if this precautionary measure is ignored. In the event of a problem or failure,
to a source of heat. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed please contact your dealer.
on the unit. Also avoid locations subject to vibration and excessive dust, cold or
moisture. The unit can be used in a moderate climate.
This unit must be installed on a sturdy, level surface. Do not place in a sealed area
such as a bookcase or in a cabinet. Do not place the unit on an unstable surface or
shelf. The unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult as well as serious
damage to the product. Do not place other equipment on top of the unit.
Due to stray magnetic fields, turntables or CRT TVs should not be located nearby due
to possible interference.
Electronic audio components have a running in period of around a week (if used
several hours per day). This will allow the new components to settle down and the
sonic properties will improve over this time.

Plug Fitting Instructions (UK Only)

The cord supplied with this appliance is factory fitted with a UK mains plug fitted
with a 3 amp fuse inside. If it is necessary to change the fuse, it is important that a 3
amp one is used. If the plug needs to be changed because it is not suitable for your
socket, or becomes damaged, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted
following the wiring instructions below. The plug must then be disposed of safely,
as insertion into a mains socket is likely to cause an electrical hazard. Should it be
necessary to fit a 3-pin BS mains plug to the power cord the wires should be fitted as
shown in this diagram. The colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance
may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your
plug. Connect them as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be
connected to the terminal which is marked with
the letter ‘N’ or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be
connected to the terminal which is marked with
the letter ‘L’ or coloured RED.
The wire which is coloured GREEN/YELLOW
must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter ‘E’ or coloured GREEN.
If a 13 amp (BS 1363) plug is used, a 5 amp fuse
must be fitted, or if any other type of plug is used
a 5 amp fuse must be fitted, either in the plug or
adaptor, or on the distribution board.

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Rear panel connections

Loudspeaker Terminals
Loudspeaker Loudspeaker
Impedance: Nominal 8 ohms
Right Left
Ground
Ground Power AC
Designed & Engineered in Great Britain
Assembled in China USB 5V 500mA

AXA35
Integrated Amplifier

Mains Voltage Selector Switch 7

4 115V/220-230V AC ~ 50/60Hz
Max Power Consumption: 260W
A1 A2 A3 Phono A4 Rec Out Right
Loudspeaker
Left
Loudspeaker
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1 2 3 5

1 AUDIO INPUTS(A1-A4) 4 USB POWER 5V 500mA

These inputs are suitable for any ‘line level’ source equipment such as the audio This USB connection is designed to power a device such as a Streaming device or
outputs of CD players, streaming devices such as a Chromecast Audio (RCA Phono Bluetooth adaptor.
to jack cable required) etc.
Note: This is not an input so will not allow you to play audio directly to the unit.
2 PHONO INPUT
This unit also has a built in Phono stage.
5 LOUDSPEAKER TERMINALS
Connect the wires from your left channel loudspeaker to the Left positive and
Record players fitted with Phono Cartridges of the Moving Magnet (MM) or high negative terminals and the wires from the right channel loudspeaker to the Right
output Moving Coil (MC) type (between 2-6mV output and 30-50k load impedance) positive and negative terminals.
can be used.
In each case, the red terminal is the positive output and the black terminal is the
Low output Moving Coil types (<1mV and usually 10-1000 ohm load impedance) negative output.
cannot be directly connected and will require a matching transformer or head amp.
Please consult your dealer for details. Care should be taken to ensure no stray strands of wire are accidentally connecting
speaker outputs together as this may cause damage to the unit.
Note: The ‘Ground’ terminals on both the record player and the AXA35 should be
connected (where possible) with a ground wire for lowest noise/hum pickup. Please ensure that the loudspeaker terminals have been tightened adequately to
provide a good electrical connection. It is possible for the sound quality to be affected
if the screw terminals are loose.
3 REC OUT
Connect to the recording input of a CD recorder input, tape deck or other compatible
recording device etc.
6 VOLTAGE SELECT SWITCH
For servicing use only.
This output provides a constant high level output that does not fluctuate with the
volume of the main unit. For this reason, the AXA35 cannot be used as a Preamplifier
only or with a subwoofer. 7 AC POWER SOCKET
Once all connections are complete, plug the AC power cable into an appropriate
mains socket and turn the unit on.
Please only use the power lead supplied with the unit.

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Front panel controls
AX A35

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AUX IN

A1 / AUX A2 A3 A4 PHONO MENU

1 2 3 4 5 7 VOLUME
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1 POWER BUTTON 5 I NPUT SOURCE BUTTONS

Switches the unit between Standby mode (indicated by dim LED) and On (indicated (A1/AUX,A2, A3, A4,PHONO)
by bright LED). Standby mode is a low power mode where the power consumption
Press the relevant source button to select the desired input source.
is less than 0.5 Watts.
This product has APD (Auto Power Down) enabled as default. After inactivity of 20
minutes, the product will automatically switch to Standby.
6 DISPLAY
Used to display information such as the selected input source, volume and tone/
Auto Power Down (APD) balance levels.
You can enable and disable the units APD setting. This can be adjusted by pressing Note: When first purchased, the display will have a protective film over the top. Peel
and holding the Power button until the LED flashes in sequence. this off for a clear display.
The two options below show which option is selected.
Standby flashes 5 times - APD disabled
Standby flashes 10 times - APD enabled
7 MENU BUTTON
Note: Make sure the unit is On, before making changes to the APD function. Pressing this once will select the Bass option. Pressing a second time will select the
Treble option and pressing a third time will select the Balance option. When one
of these options is selected, the volume control will adjust the level. If nothing is
2 HEADPHONES SOCKET pressed for a while, the source will be displayed and the volume control will go back
to controlling the volume level.
This connection allows for the connection of stereo headphones with a 1/4 inch
jack plug. Headphones with an impedance of between 32 and 600 ohms are
recommended. 8 VOLUME CONTROL
Note: Connecting headphones will automatically mute the loudspeaker outputs. Use to increase or decrease the level of the sound from the outputs of the unit. This
controls the volume level of the loudspeakers and headphones. The volume control
will also change the level of bass, treble and balance in the menu options.
3 INFRARED SENSOR
Receives IR commands from the supplied remote control. Note: It does not affect the level of the ‘Rec Out’ output as this has a fixed level.

An unobstructed line of sight between the remote control and the sensor is
required.

4 AUX IN
This source input allows you to connect a portable audio device such as an MP3
player or streaming device directly into the front of the unit using a 3.5mm stereo
Aux lead.
Once plugged in, this input is automatically selected, although other inputs apart
from A1 can still be selected once a stereo-jack is plugged in. The A1/AUX button on
the front of the unit will select this input whilst a stereo-jack is plugged in.
Note:
– Plugging a source into the front panel Aux input overrides the A1 input. Simply
remove the jack from the front panel to automatically re-enable the A1 input.
– Also note that as the output level of Aux players tends to be quite low, the AXA35
adds 10dB to the current volume setting when (and only when) the Aux input is
selected.

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Remote Control
The AXA35 is supplied with a remote control that operates this unit and its
built-in tuner. In addition, some icons buttons can operate a matching AXC35
or AXC25 player.
Always use Alkaline batteries.
1 2 3

POWER BUTTON
Switches the AXA35 between On and low power ecofriendly Standby mode. 4 5 6

MUTE 7 8 9
Mutes audio on the unit. Press again to cancel mute.

Prog
VOLUME 0 Prog Clear
Increases or decreases the volume of the unit. Also used to change the bass, treble
and balance settings when these are selected.

MENU
Toggles between Bass, Treble and Balance options. Use the volume buttons to
change the level of the selected option. Vol

SOURCE BUTTONS MENU

(A1/AUX,A2, A3, A4,PHONO)
Press the relevant button to select the desired music source. Vol

Random Repeat Remain

A1/AUX A2

A3 A4 PHONO

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Connections
LOUDSPEAKERS
Check the impedance of your speakers. You can use types with an impedance of 8
Ohms.
The red coloured speaker terminals are positive (+) and the black speaker terminals
are negative (-). Make sure correct polarity is maintained at each speaker connector
or the sound can become weak and “phasey” with little bass.

USING BARE WIRE CONNECTIONS USING BANANA PLUGS

Prepare the speaker cords for connection by stripping off approximately 10mm (3/8”) We recommend using Banana plugs with our units to establish a secure connection
or less of the outer insulation. More than 10mm could cause a short circuit. Twist and ensure there are no loose strands of wire that may cause unwanted noise or
the wires tightly together so there are no loose ends. Unscrew the speaker terminal, interference.
insert the speaker cable, tighten the terminal and secure the cable.
Once you have stripped the outer insulation of the cable and twisted the wires as
Note: All connections are made using standard loudspeaker cable. indicated above, securely connect these to your banana plugs, remove the dust cap
from the end of the speaker terminal and push the plug in as far as possible without
applying excessive force.

BASIC CONNECTION
The diagram below shows the basic connection of your amplifier to a CD player,
turntable and a pair of loudspeakers.

AXA35
Loudspeaker Terminals
Loudspeaker Loudspeaker
Impedance: Nominal 8 ohms
Right Left
Ground
Ground
Designed & Engineered in Great Britain
Assembled in China USB 5V 500mA

AXA35
Integrated Amplifier

Max Power Consumption: 260W

A1 A2 A3 Phono A4 Rec Out Right Left
Loudspeaker Loudspeaker

Right Left
speaker speaker

CD player
Digital Output Line Output

Designed & Engineered in Great Britain Power Rating: 100–240V AC ~ 50/60Hz

Assembled in China
S/P DIF Rated Power Consumption: 15W
L
L
AXC35 Co-axial Power AC
Compact Disc Player

R
R

Digital Output Line Output

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Operating Instructions Technical Specifications

After making any connections to your unit, activate the AXA35 by pressing the Power output 35 watts (into 8Ω)
Power button on the front of the unit.
THD (unweighted) <0.01% @ 1kHz, 80% of rated power
<0.15% 20Hz - 20kHz, 80% of rated power
Frequency response (-3dB) 5Hz - 50kHz
SETTING THE SOURCE S/N ratio (ref 1W) >82dB (unweighted)
Press the Source button on the front of the unit corresponding to your desired
source. Alternatively, you may use the appropriate button on the remote control Input impedances 47k ohms
Power Amp damping factor >50
Max. power consumption 260W
Bass/Treble controls Shelving, ultimate boost/cut
+/- 10dB @ 100Hz and 10kHz
Standby power consumption <0.5W
A1 / AUX A2 A3 A4 PHONO
Inputs: 4x RCA, 1x Phono,
1 x 3.5mm Aux input (front panel)
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME Outputs: Speakers, Rec Out, USB 5V power
Use either the Volume Up/Down buttons on the remote control, or the Volume
Dimensions (HxWxD): 83 x 430 x 335mm (3.3 x 16.9 x 13.2”)
control on the front of your unit system to change the volume level. The newly
selected level will be indicated briefly on the front display. Weight 5.6kg (12.3lbs)
The volume is displayed in minus dB where 0dB is the highest level.
A progressively larger negative number indicates the volume is being reduced.

Troubleshooting
ADJUSTING THE AUDIO SETTINGS THERE IS NO POWER
Adjustments to the bass, treble and balance can be made as follows: • Ensure the AC power cord is connected securely.

1.To enter the audio menu. Press either the Menu button on the front of the unit or • Ensure the plug is fully inserted into the wall socket and is switched on.
on the remote control.
• Check fuse in the mains plug or adaptor.
2.Step through the available settings by pressing the Menu button. The settings
• Check the power is on at the front of the unit.
available are in order Bass, Treble and Balance.

THERE IS NO SOUND
• Check the correct input is selected.
• Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
• Check the unit is not in mute mode.
3.When you wish to make an adjustment for bass, treble or balance, simply rotate the
Volume control or use the Volume control buttons on the remote control. THE SOUND IS DISTORTED
• Check speaker connections.

THERE IS A HUM COMING FROM THE SPEAKER

• Ensure that all cable connections are secure, particularly ground/shield
connections for turntables.
4.To exit, wait for five seconds, until the unit returns to normal mode.
THERE IS UNWANTED BACKGROUND NOISE AND
INTERFERENCE
• Move the unit away from other electrical equipment that is likely to cause
interference.
•
Ensure that all cable connections are secure, particularly ground/shield
connections for turntables.

THE REMOTE HANDSET WILL NOT FUNCTION

• Check that the batteries are the correct way around and have not expired
• Ensure that nothing is blocking the remote sensor.
If you experience any trouble with your product, visit the help section on
our webpage at https://techsupport.cambridgeaudio.com
For all servicing, in or out of warranty, please contact your dealer.

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