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Power Cable Question...

My first post on Audiogon, thanks for any input. Just got the PS Audio Trio C100 amp and a Cambridge entry level cdp. Today I wanted to upgrade the stock power cables. I've tried plugging in 3 different models, PS Audio Jewel/PW AC-3/Pangea all 3 I can't get plugged in to either component. The force needed to set the plugs in flush on the units have me scared of actually breaking something. Is it the models I have? Or am I missing something?
Forgive any newbie mistakes, this is my first attempt at putting together a "hi-fi". If anyone knows of a relatively cheap Power Cord that would easily plug into these two units please advise. Thanks.
blueskyy
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rja
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I have used many different PCs and AC terminations. I can honestly say I've never had to "force" an IEC connector into any equipment I've owned. Yes, some have been slightly tighter and some looser but "force" was never necessary.
Something doesn't sound right here.
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srwooten
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I have had the same issue with my power plant premier. I called PS Audio and the tech suggested I squeeze the U shaped ground plug a bit to make it a bit narrower. The PS receptacles REALLY grab. It took me a LOT of force. Enough so as I stopped and called PS Audio. HTH.
blueskyy OP
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Actually the cables did come from AA, I just ordered the Cardas Twinlink PC and I'm going to try that model. I did take the cdp and place it in my lap for better leverage, the power cable still didn't want to set flush without lots of force, too much to make me comfortable. So I'll try the Cardas for comparison. The stock cable in the box has no trouble going in and "clicking" at the end to give the feel that it set properly.
I just want a shorter and higher quality after market cable.
blueskyy OP
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Srwooten...seeing the system you have reminds me of how far I have to go. My sytem is basically a bookshelf hi-fi, but it sure sounds better than the Bose Acoustic Wave it replaces. right now I have the PS Audio Trio c100, Cambridge 340 cdp, Energy RC 10 bookshelf speakers, Hydra 2 power cond. Also have 1 Mapleshade Maple Wood amp platform, not sure if makes a sound difference but it looks great!
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srwooten
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Bluesky-
Your set up sounds like it is off to a great start and I bet it is very enjoyable to listen to, to say the least!

BTW- I mis-understood your problem. Most upgraded female ends of the power cords do NOT go in until they are flush. They tend to wiggle a bit to. The male end which goes to the power source MUST go in all the way. I'll try to post a pic in a minute to see if this is your situation.
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