1. Mains Power Switch
Disconnects power to the AC Input Connector. Set this switch to off (“O” when making or
breaking connections to the amplifier.
2. nbalanced Input (Single ended RCA)
Provides an unbalanced audio input for the speakers connected to the corresponding audio
channel output. Connect to either a Pre-amp output or CAAS Audio DAS “Vol” (volume output.
Never connect directly to a line level output, such as a CD Player or DAS “DAC” (line level
output as this will provide maximum volume and may damage equipment. NEVER CONNECT
BOTH RCA AND XLR INPUTS AT THE SAME TIME.
3. Balanced Input (XLR)
Provides a balanced audio input for the speakers connected to the corresponding audio
channel output. Connect to a Pre-amp output. Never connect directly to a line level output,
such as a CD Player output as this will provide maximum volume and may damage equipment.
NEVER CONNECT BOTH RCA AND XLR INPUTS AT THE SAME TIME.
4. Balanced / nbalanced Select switch
IMPORTANT: If the unbalanced input is used, this switch must be switched down towards the
RCA input. If the balanced input is used, this switch must be switched up towards the XLR
input. Make sure the switch is pointing towards the input being used. p for XLR
(balanced) and down for RCA (unbalanced). It is important that this switch it set to the
correct position, if it is not the amplifier will not operate correctly. NEVER CONNECT BOTH
INPUTS AT THE SAME TIME.
5. Speaker Output Terminals
Provide audio output for the speakers. OUTPUT connectors can accept bare speaker wires,
banana plug connectors, or certain spade connectors. When using bare speaker wires, loosen
the connector, insert the wire into the top of the receptacle, then tighten the connector. The
same procedure should be used for spade connectors. Banana plugs should be inserted into
the outward-facing receptacle. Use heavy gauge speaker cable to ensure low-impedance
connections between the amplifier and the speakers. Observe correct speaker polarity.
6. Mains AC Power Inlet Connector
The AC input connector provides power to the unit with the supplied power lead. Do not use an
extension lead (unless appropriately rated . For optimal performance, use an isolated power
receptacle with adequate current (13 amps . Line voltages ≥20% above the specified voltage
may damage the amplifier. Line voltages ≤20% below the specified voltage may also damage
this amplifier.
7. CAAS Link
CAAS Link is a proprietary control system design to allow connection and control between
CAAS Audio products. The Elysian 100 CAAS link incorporates a 12V trigger. When 12V DC is
applied to the CAAS Link the Elysian 100 will switch into low power mode ( sleep mode . This
is designed for use with other CAAS Audio control equipment such as the EAS. Note: The
main power switch must be ON for the CAAS link to operate.
The connection is via a 3.5mm jack socket. The polarity is not critical, CAAS Audio use 12V on
the centre pole and GND on the outer sleeve. It is recommended that the Elysian 100 are
powered up (taken out of sleep mode at least 20 minutes before listening, this allows the
amps to get up to temperature and operate at their maximum potential.
CAAS Audio seriously recommend that you take extreme care to not cause short circuiting
when connecting and disconnecting speaker cables. This practice should always be
performed while the amplifier is turned OFF / Powered down.
