Esoteric X 01 D2 User Manual

D00942621B  
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X 01  
D2  
Super Audio CD/CD Player  
Owner’s Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
Manuel du Propriétaire . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Bedienungsanleitung. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
This product has been designed and manufactured according to  
FDA regulations “title 21, CFR, chapter 1, subchapter J, based on  
the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968”, and is  
classified as class 1 laser product. There is not hazardous invisible  
laser radiation during operation because invisible laser radiation  
emitted inside of this product is completely confined in the  
protective housings.  
Contents  
Thank you for choosing Esoteric. Read this manual  
carefully to get the best performance from this unit.  
The label required in this regulation is shown .  
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
Before Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6  
Restoring factory settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
Remote Control Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Front panel features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Understanding the remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
For U.S.A.  
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
Skipping playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Selecting a track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Fast scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Selecting the playback area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Programmed playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Display dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Repeat mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Changing the display mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Optical pickup :  
Type  
: SLD6163RL-G  
Manufacturer : SONY CORPORATION  
Laser output : Less than 1mW on the objective lens  
Wavelength : 785 15 nm (CD)  
Setting the Word sync, DAC, priority playback area,  
and i.LINK output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
655 10 nm (Super Audio CD)  
Settings (introduction). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Setup Menu Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Analog output (Analog Out) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Digital output (DigitalOut) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
CD Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Speaker Size (SP Size) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Speaker distance (Distance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
Speaker levels (SP Level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
Test tone length (Test tone) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
For European customers  
Disposal of your old appliance  
1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol  
is attached to a product it means the  
product is covered by the European  
Directive 2002/96/EC.  
2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of  
separately from the municipal waste stream via designated  
collection facilities appointed by the government or the  
local authorities.  
i.LINK (IEEE 1394) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
3. The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent  
potential negative consequences for the environment and  
human health.  
4. For more detailed information about disposal of your old  
appliance, please contact your city office, waste disposal  
service or the shop where you purchased the product.  
3
Features  
The latest VRDS mechanism for Super Audio CD (Specially  
developed ball bearings for the optimum VRDS  
mechanism.)  
Sturdy, rigid chassis with triple-point pinpoint foot  
support  
The unit is constructed with a 5mm thick robust steel base  
plate, and is divided into three logical sections, thereby  
reducing interference between components of the unit.  
Highly rigid mounts are used for the VDRS disc mechanism.  
To eliminate vibration, three solid (tool steel) feet support the  
unit and isolate it mechanically.  
The VRDS mechanism securely clamps the disc to the  
turntable whose diameter is exactly the same as that of the  
disc. This system completely eliminates vibration inherent to  
removable media and unwanted vibrations generated by the  
mechanical systems. Also, this mechanism clamps the disc at a  
slight inclination so as to compensate for warping or  
deformation improving the accuracy of the optical axes of  
both the laser pickup and the pit surface of the disc. This is  
effective in reducing errors in reading the disc data as well as  
in preventing timing errors from erratic data acquisition  
timing.  
Unsurpassed features  
Full functionality and performance suitable for the latest  
Super Audio CD player have been realized.  
• A power transformer that incorporates a high-efficiency R-  
Core digital transformer and another transformer for analog.  
Also, the power circuits are separated for digital and analog  
circuits for each.  
• The front 2-channel audio board is mounted with the right  
channel in one board and the left channel in another board.  
• Super Audio CD 5.1 channel sound output is possible.  
• i.LINK connection is possible. (Flow rate control compatible.)  
To achieve the high-speed rotation with superior stability that  
is required of a Super Audio CD player, the X-01 D2 is  
equipped with a duralumin turntable. A specially developed  
processing technology was used to enable high-precision  
forming of this lightweight material normally used in building  
aircraft.  
Audio DACs  
In a joint development project with NSK Ltd., we developed  
proprietary, highly precise ball bearings for the VRDS  
mechanism. Rolling elements made from precisely machined  
ceramic balls provide ultra smooth rotation. The application of  
a pre-load to the ball bearing pair ensures a high rigidity and  
precise rotation not present in conventional bearings but  
necessary for handling the wide rotational range from normal  
CD to Super Audio CD playback.  
The DSD DAC for Super Audio CD playback and the multi-bit  
DAC for CD playback are each mounted in the front 2-  
channel.  
A bi-directional converter circuit, capable of handling both  
DSD and PCM data, is also mounted so the user can fully  
enjoy the characteristics of both, regardless of the type of  
disc.  
The conversion of CD PCM data to DSD, or Super Audio CD  
DSD data to PCM, allows the best possible playback of the  
DAC characteristics of both types of data.  
A massive 20mm-thick, SS400 steel bridge supports the  
mechanism to control vibrations produced by turntable  
rotation.  
DSD DAC and multi-bit DAC each employ one pair of +  
(positive) Output and - (negative) Output for 1-channel (Total  
output: 4), and use addition and subtraction of them to  
achieve high capacity D/A conversion.  
Coreless motor with neodymium magnets  
A newly-developed three-phase brushless spindle motor  
provides the fast and accurate turntable rotation required for  
Super Audio CD playback. This, and the fixing of the  
turntable together with the use of precision ball bearings,  
eliminate irregular rotation and vibration.  
Research has shown that neodymium is the optimum  
magnetic material for this application. Neodymium absorbs  
changes to the motor’s electric power supply, and exerts  
minimal influence on the audio sections of the unit.  
Word synchronization  
A master word clock from a high-quality DA converter or  
master clock generator can be used for clock synchronization,  
resulting in the almost complete elimination of jitter.  
Using a high-quality clock signal provided by an external DA  
converter such as the Esoteric G-0/G-0s provides optimum  
audio quality.  
Constant-angle optical pickup mounted on a sled with  
feedback-monitored speed control  
Shutter isolates the mechanism from external influences  
The tray opening and closing mechanism is equipped with a  
shutter for greater precision and to eliminate adverse effects  
from external sound pressure and vibrations on mechanical  
units. When closed, the shutter mechanism is mechanically  
secured to the front panel to prevent it from moving.  
By mounting the pickup on a sled whose axis is rigid, the  
pickup lens is maintained at a constant angle and the laser  
beam, and hence the optical axis, is maintained in an accurate  
vertical orientation. An Esoteric original three-phase brushless  
motor with Hall element detection drives the sled, and the  
speed of the sled is monitored and used to control the sled  
itself in a servo feedback operation, meaning the sled is highly  
responsive and smooth in its operation.  
Brushed aluminum finish exemplifies the quality of  
construction  
The front, side and top panels are constructed of thick  
brushed aluminum. The high-quality luxurious finish matches  
the overall attention to the finest possible quality, shown in  
such details as the illuminated surrounds to the control  
buttons and the milled aluminum disc tray.  
4
Before Use  
What’s in the box  
Placement of the unit  
Please confirm that the following accessories are in the box  
when you open it.  
High-quality hardened tool steel is used for the pin-point feet,  
securely attached to the bottom of the player. Although the  
cover feet may appear loose, the weight of the unit causes  
them to be firm and secure, and the design effectively damps  
and reduces vibration.  
Remote control unit x 1  
Batteries (AA, R6, SUM-3) x 2  
Felt sheet x 3  
Power cord x 1  
< Be careful to avoid injury when moving the unit, on account  
Owner’s manual x 1  
Warranty card x 1  
of its weight. Get someone to help you if necessary.  
< To protect floors, etc. you may stick the felt supplied with the  
unit to the bottom of the cover feet.  
Conventions about This Manual  
< Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the  
remote control. You can also use the buttons on the front  
panel if they have the same or similar names as those on the  
remote.  
< The types of functions and operations that can be used for a  
particular disc vary depending on the features of that disc. In  
some cases, these functions and operations may differ from  
the descriptions given in this Owner’s Manual.  
Pin-point foot  
Bottom plate  
of the unit  
Steel foot  
Cover foot  
Cover foot retaining screws  
< The drawings used in this Owner’s Manual are purely for the  
purposes of explanation.  
Beware of condensation  
Read this before operation  
When the unit (or a disc) is moved from a cold to a warm  
place, or used after a sudden temperature change, there is a  
danger of condensation; vapor in the air could condense on  
the internal mechanism, making correct operation impossible.  
To prevent this, or if this occurs, leave the unit for one or two  
hours with the power turned on. Then the unit will stabilize at  
the temperature of its surroundings.  
< As the unit may become warm during operation, always leave  
sufficient space around the unit for ventilation.  
< The voltage supplied to the unit should match the voltage as  
printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding  
this matter, consult an electrician.  
< Choose the installation location of your unit carefully. Avoid  
placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also  
avoid locations subject to vibrations and excessive dust, heat,  
cold or moisture.  
< Do not place the unit on the amplifier/receiver.  
< Do not open the cabinet as this might result in damage to the  
circuitry or electrical shock. If a foreign object should get into  
the unit, contact your dealer or service company.  
< When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always  
pull directly on the plug, never yank the cord.  
Maintenance  
If the surface of the unit gets dirty, wipe with a soft cloth or  
use diluted neutral cleaning liquid. Be sure to remove any  
fluid completely. Do not use thinner, benzine or alcohol as  
they may damage the surface of the unit.  
< To keep the laser pickup clean, do not touch it, and always  
close the disc tray.  
< Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents as  
this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.  
< Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.  
“Super Audio CD” is a registered trademark.  
“DSD” is a registered trademark.  
The i.LINK logo is a trademark of Sony Corporation, registered  
in the U.S. and other countries.  
DO NOT MOVE THE UNIT DURING PLAYBACK  
During playback, the disc rotates at high speed. Do NOT lift or  
move the unit during playback. Doing so may damage the  
disc or the unit.  
WHEN MOVING THIS UNIT  
When changing places of installation or packing the unit for  
moving, be sure to remove the disc and return the disc tray to  
its closed position in the player. Then, press the power switch  
to turn the power off, and disconnect the power cord.  
Moving this unit with the disc loaded may result in damage to  
this unit.  
5
Discs  
< Always place the disc on the disc tray with the label side up.  
Type of Discs That Can be Played on This  
System  
(Compact discs can be played or recorded only on one side.)  
< To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the  
center of the case and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by  
the edges.  
This player can playback discs bearing any of the following logos:  
Audio CD:  
• 12cm or 8cm discs  
• Linear PCM digital audio  
Audio CDs are divided into tracks.  
How to remove the disc  
How to hold the disc  
Super Audio CD:  
• Single layer, dual layer or Hybrid layer  
• 12cm or 8cm discs  
• Digital audio (DSD)  
< Should the disc become dirty, wipe the surface from the  
center hole outward towards the outer edge with a soft, dry,  
lint-free cloth:  
Super Audio CDs are divided into tracks.  
About CD-R/CD-RW  
CD-R/RW discs recorded in Audio CD format and finalized  
correctly are playable. But depending on the quality of the  
disc and/or the condition of the recording, some CD-R & CD-  
RW discs may not be playable.  
< Never use chemicals such as record (LP) sprays, antistatic  
sprays or fluids, benzine or thinner to clean the discs. Such  
chemicals will do irreparable damage to the disc’s plastic  
surface.  
< Discs should be returned to their cases after each use to avoid  
dust and scratches that may eventually cause your disc to  
skip.  
< Do not expose discs to direct sunlight, high humidity, or high  
temperatures for extended periods. Long exposure to high  
temperatures will warp the disc.  
< Do not play any disc that is warped, scratched, deformed or  
damaged. Playing such discs may cause irreparable harm to  
the playback mechanism.  
Caution:  
< If you record a disc using a personal computer, even if it is  
recorded in a compatible format, there are cases in which it  
may not play because of the settings of the application  
software used to create the disc. (Check with the software  
publisher for more detailed information.)  
< Unfinalized CD-R/CD-RW discs cannot be played.  
< CD-R and CD-RW discs are more sensitive to the effects of  
heat and ultraviolet rays than ordinary CDs. It is important  
that they are not stored in a location with direct sunlight and  
keep your discs away from sources of heat such as radiators  
or heat-generating electrical devices.  
Following discs cannot be played with this  
unit:  
< Printable discs aren’t recommended because the label side  
might be sticky (or contain glue), which will damage the unit.  
< Do not stick papers or protective sheets on the discs and do  
not use any protective coating spray.  
• DVD, CD-G, Data part of CD-EXTRA, PHOTO CD, CD-ROM  
and DVD-ROM discs  
• discs recorded in a color system other than PAL or NTSC  
• illegally produced discs  
< Use a soft oil-based felt-tipped pen to write information on  
the label side of a disc. Never use a ball-point or hard-tipped  
pen, as this may cause damage to the recorded side of the  
disc.  
• scratched discs  
• discs that are dusty, soiled or marked with fingerprints  
< Never use a stabilizer. Using commercially available CD  
stabilizers with this unit will damage the mechanisms and  
cause them to malfunction.  
< Do not use irregular shape discs (octagonal, heart shaped,  
business card size, etc.). Discs of this sort can damage the  
unit:  
Warning:  
If you attempt to play back such discs, there is a risk that a  
sudden and loud noise may be heard over the speakers at full  
volume and cause damage to the speakers and to your  
hearing.  
Copy-protected discs, DualDiscs and other discs that do not  
conform to the CD standard may not play back correctly in  
this player. If you use such discs in this unit, TEAC ESOTERIC  
COMPANY cannot be responsible for any consequences or  
guarantee the quality of reproduction. If you experience  
problems with such non-standard discs, you should contact  
the producer of the disc.  
< If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of any  
disc, read the precautions supplied with the disc, or contact  
the disc manufacturer directly.  
6
Remote Control Unit  
Restoring factory settings  
If you have made a lot of changes to the setup, and want to  
restart from a known set of options, restore the unit to the  
factory settings as follows:  
How to insert the batteries  
Remove the end cover of the remote control unit with a  
screwdriver. After checking the polarity (+/_) of two AA  
batteries, insert the batteries observing polarity, replace the  
end cover and replace the screws.  
1. Turn the unit off and wait 30 seconds or longer.  
2. Press the POWER button while holding down the STOP  
button.  
All memories are erased, and the unit returns to the factory  
settings.  
Battery Replacement  
If the distance required between the remote control unit and  
main unit decreases, the batteries are exhausted. In this case  
replace the batteries with new ones.  
Precautions concerning batteries  
< Be sure to insert the batteries with correct positive “+” and  
negative “_” polarities.  
< Use batteries of the same type. Never use different types of  
batteries together.  
< Rechargeable or non-rechargeable batteries can be used but  
not mixed together. Refer to the precautions on their labels.  
< When the remote control unit is not to be used for a long  
time (more than a month), remove the batteries from the  
remote control unit to prevent them from leaking. If they  
leak, wipe away the liquid inside the battery compartment  
and replace the batteries with new ones.  
< Do not heat or disassemble batteries and never dispose of old  
batteries by throwing them in a fire.  
Notes on use  
< Point the remote control unit at the player’s remote sensor  
within seven meters (23 feet) of the player. There should not  
be any obstacles between the player and the remote control  
unit.  
< Do not allow direct sun or other light to shine on the remote  
sensor on the player. This may cause the remote control unit  
to malfunction.  
< Note that other units with remote controls may operate  
incorrectly because of infrared light “overspill” when you  
operate this remote control unit.  
7
Connection  
Master clock generator (G-0s etc.)  
WORD SYNC OUT  
Stereo amplifier  
AUDIO IN  
Surround amplifier  
i.LINK (AUDIO)  
L
R
A
D
C
F
B
B
E
A
R
R
L
L
SUBWOOFER CENTER SURROUND FRONT  
DIGITAL IN (COAXIAL)  
D/A Converter  
Wall socket  
5.1CH AUDIO IN  
Surround amplifier  
Balanced XLR  
pin assignment  
DIGITAL IN (OPTICAL)  
Digital audio device  
(CD recorder, MD deck, etc.)  
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CAUTION:  
C
i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal  
< Switch off the power to all equipment before making  
connection.  
< Read the instructions of each component you intend to use  
with this unit.  
< Be sure to insert each plug securely. To prevent hum and  
noise, avoid bundling the signal interconnection cables  
together with the AC power cord or speaker cables.  
In addition to the digital audio from CD, the digital surround  
audio from Super Audio CDs can be output from this  
terminal. To enjoy surround sound from a Super Audio CD,  
connect the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal to a suitably equipped  
surround sound amplifier.  
Use a commercially available S400 compatible i.LINK  
(IEEE1394) 6pin cable to connect the unit to an amplifier.  
< When using this terminal, set the Digital Out to “ON”, and  
the i.LINK output setting to “60958” or “PCM” (see pages  
21, 16-18).  
A
Analog audio output terminals  
2 channel (FRONT)  
Use either the XLR or RCA (pin) FRONT terminals for analog  
stereo output.  
< See page 24 for further details on i.LINK.  
If your amplifier has balanced XLR analog audio inputs,  
connect the XLR jacks on the unit to the amplifier’s XLR  
jacks, otherwise use the RCA (pin) connections.  
D
Word sync connector  
This allows the use of an externally-generated word clock  
connection, using a commercially available BNC coaxial  
cable.  
Devices producing such a suitable clock signal include  
external D-A converters, or dedicated word clock  
generators. Connect the SYNC OUT (or WORD OUT) of such  
a device to the unit.  
5.1 channel  
For surround (5.1) amplifiers with analog inputs, also use the  
RCA (pin) SURROUND pair, CENTER and SUBWOOFER  
connections (in addition to the FRONT pair).  
< If you are connecting only 2 channels, use the 2CH/MULTI  
button on the remote control to select “2 ch”. For surround  
sound with six speakers connected, you can select either  
“2ch” or “5.1 ch” mode. Note that if multi-channel  
program material is played and 2-channel mode is selected,  
the multi-channel material will be down mixed to two  
channels, and output through the L and R front outputs.  
E
SIGNAL GND connection  
Use a commercially available PVC-covered cord to connect  
the signal ground terminal on the unit to the amplifier signal  
ground.  
B
< Note that this is NOT an electrical safety ground (earth).  
Digital audio output terminals  
Digital audio from CD is output from these terminals.  
The unit may be connected using either coaxial or optical  
(TOS) commercially available cables to amplifiers, or to  
digital audio devices such as CD recorders, etc.  
F
Power cord receptacle  
Connect the power cord to the power cord receptacle and  
connect the power plug to an AC wall outlet after all other  
connections have been made.  
COAXIAL: Use RCA (pin) digital audio cable  
OPTICAL: Use optical digital audio cable (TOS)  
< The optical terminal is covered by a shutter. Make sure that  
the cable is firmly inserted, but do not force the cable when  
connecting it or removing it, in order not to cause damage  
to the unit.  
< Use only the supplied Esoteric power cord. Use of other  
power cords may result in fire or electric shock. Unplug the  
power cord when you are not going to use the unit for an  
extended period of time.  
< The DIGITAL OUT terminals cannot output the digital audio  
from Super Audio CDs.  
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Front panel features  
A
B
C D  
E
F
G H  
I
J
K
Front Panel  
Display  
a
A
POWER  
e
c
d
b
f
Use this button to turn the unit on and off. When the unit is  
on, the ring surrounding the button lights up.  
The equipment draws nominal non-operating power from  
the AC outlet with its POWER switch in the off position.  
g
j
h
k
i
B
MODE  
a
Disc type indicator  
Shows the type of disc currently loaded.  
Use this button to change settings of Word sync, DAC,  
priority playback area, and i.LINK output.  
C
DAC indicator  
b TRACK indicator  
Shows the type of DAC currently selected.  
Indicates that the track number is being shown.  
c
D
Remote control sensor  
TOTAL indicator  
Receives signals from the remote control unit. Point the  
remote control unit at this sensor when operating the remote  
control unit.  
Indicates that the total time is being shown.  
d REMAIN indicator  
Indicates that the remaining time is being shown.  
E
F
Display  
e
DOWN MIX indicator  
Disc tray and shutter  
Lights to show that a multi-channel source has been down  
mixed to the analog outputs.  
G
OPEN/CLOSE  
f
5.1CH indicator  
Use this button to open and close the disc tray.  
Lights to show that 5.1 analog output has been selected  
H
I
STOP  
g
Channel indicators  
Use this button to stop playback. When playback is stopped,  
the ring surrounding the button lights up.  
Light to show which surround channels are currently in use.  
PLAY  
h Message area  
Use this button to start playback. When a disc is being played  
back, the ring surrounding the button lights up.  
Alphanumeric display to show playback times, status  
messages, etc.  
J
i
PAUSE  
REPEAT indicator  
Use this button to pause playback. When playback is  
Lights when repeat play is selected  
temporarily paused, the ring surrounding this button lights  
up.  
j
Pause indicator  
Lights when playback is paused.  
K
SKIP (.//)  
Use these buttons to for skip operations. Pressing and holding  
these buttons for more than a second changes the scanning  
speed.  
k
Playback indicator  
Lights when playing back.  
10  
Understanding the remote control unit  
A
B
Number buttons  
Use these buttons for selecting tracks by number, etc.  
2CH/MULTI  
Use this button to switch between two-channel (stereo) and  
multi-channel surround audio output.  
C
PLAY AREA  
Use this button to select the playback area of Super Audio  
CDs.  
D
E
SCAN (m/,)  
Use these buttons for fast scanning during playback.  
STOP  
I
Use this button to stop playback.  
F
PLAY  
A
B
Use this button to start playback.  
J
G
Cursor buttons and ENTER  
K
M
Use these buttons in the setup menu.  
L
C
F
Use the cursor button (left or right) to change the DAC  
setting.  
N
D
E
O
P
H
I
SETUP  
Use this button to enter or exit the setup menu.  
OPEN/CLOSE  
Use this button to open and close the disc tray.  
G
H
J
CLEAR  
Q
Use this button to clear entry errors, etc.  
K
L
DISPLAY  
Use this button to change the display mode.  
FL DIMMER  
Use this button to change the brightness of the front panel  
display.  
M
N
O
P
REPEAT  
Use this button to set the repeat playback mode.  
PROGRAM  
Use this button to program tracks.  
MUSIC SKIP (.//)  
Use these buttons to for skip operations.  
PAUSE  
Use this button to pause playback.  
Q
RETURN  
Use this button to go back a level in the setup menu.  
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Playback  
5
Press the PLAY button to start playback.  
3
2 4  
1
5
Pausing playback  
1
Turn the unit on.  
Each press of the POWER button turns the unit on and off.  
The ring surrounding the POWER button and the display light  
up when the unit is turned on.  
2
Press the OPEN/CLOSE button.  
Press the PAUSE button to pause playback (the ring  
surrounding the PAUSE button on the main unit lights).  
Press PLAY or PAUSE to restart playback.  
The shutter opens and the disc tray slides out.  
Stopping playback  
< The tray opens after a few seconds (this delay is normal and is  
due to movement of the VRDS and other mechanisms within  
the unit).  
3
Insert the disc, label side up.  
Press the STOP button (the ring surrounding the STOP button  
on the main unit lights).  
Opening and closing the tray  
< Make sure the disc is centered in the tray in order to avoid  
any malfunction or jamming of the tray or damage to the disc  
itself.  
4
Press the OPEN/CLOSE button again.  
The disc tray and shutter close. Take care to avoid pinching  
your fingers in the moving tray.  
Pressing OPEN/CLOSE opens the tray if it is closed, and closes  
it if it is open. When the tray is opened during playback, it  
may take a few seconds before the disc is “unloaded” and  
the tray opens.  
< The unit reads the disc, which takes some time due to the  
reading and storing of the disc’s table of contents.  
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Skipping playback  
Fast scanning  
Press the MUSIC SKIP button (. or /) repeatedly until  
the desired track is found. The selected track will be played  
from the beginning.  
When playing back, use the SCAN button (m or ,) to  
move backwards and forwards. Press PLAY to restart playback  
at normal speed at the desired location.  
Repeated presses of the SCAN buttons changes the scanning  
speeds. There are three speeds:  
< If the . button is pressed once during playback, playback  
returns to the start of the current track. If it is pressed within  
one second from the start of the track, playback returns to  
the start of the previous track (so pressing the button twice in  
quick succession will skip back two tracks, etc.).  
Fast (1) q Fast (2) q Fast (3) q Play (normal speed)  
< You can also use the SKIP buttons of the main unit. To start  
scanning (or to change the scanning speed), press and hold  
the SKIP button for more than one second.  
< If tracks are skipped while playback is paused or stopped,  
playback is paused or stopped at the start of the selected  
track.  
Selecting a track  
Selecting the playback area  
Use the number button to select tracks for playback. Use the  
+10 button to enter the first digit of numbers greater than 9  
(repeated presses show 1-, 2-, 3- etc.) and the single digit  
buttons (0 through 9) for the second digit, or single-digit  
track numbers.  
There are two types of Super Audio CDs, regular ones that  
contain 2-channel stereo and multi-channel stereo and hybrid  
discs (two-layer discs) that contain Super Audio CD and  
regular CD data.  
When a hybrid Super Audio CD is loaded and when the  
playback is stopped, press the PLAY AREA button to select a  
playback area.  
Playback starts from the selected track, regardless of whether  
the number is selected during playback or playback is stopped  
or paused.  
< The setting described on pages 16-18 allows you to  
determine which layer will be first selected for playback (the  
priority playback layer).  
Use the CLEAR button to clear mistaken entries.  
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Programmed playback  
Programmed playback allows up to 30 tracks to be played  
back in the order you decide.  
Clearing the last track from the list  
Press the CLEAR button to clear the last track from the list.  
1
Press the PROGRAM button (either when playing back  
or stopped).  
If a track is currently playing back, this track is added as the  
first item in the programmed playback list.  
Adding tracks to the list  
Use the number buttons to add tracks to the list.  
2
Use the number buttons to add tracks to the  
programmed playback list.  
Clearing the whole program  
Press the PROGRAM button to clear the program (playback  
continues from the current point).  
The OPEN/CLOSE or the POWER button also clears the  
program.  
Track number  
Number in programmed list  
Use the +10 button and 0 through 9 buttons in exactly the  
same way as when selecting tracks.  
Continue pressing the number buttons to add tracks.  
< Clear mistakes with the CLEAR button (the last entry is  
cleared)  
< You can only select tracks on the disc (in other words, if the  
disc has six tracks, you cannot program track 7!).  
3
Finish the programming by pressing the PLAY button.  
Programmed playback begins (if the disc is actually being  
played back while you are setting the program order, there’s  
no need to press PLAY).  
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Repeat mode  
Display dimming  
Use the REPEAT button to select the repeat mode for  
playback. Repeated presses of the REPEAT button cycle  
between the following options:  
The display on the main unit can be dimmed to suit the  
environment in which you listen to music. There are three levels  
and an “off” setting.  
Use the FL DIMMER button to cycle between these  
settings.  
REPEAT TRK  
(track repeat)  
REPEAT DSC  
(whole disc repeat)  
Note that the OFF setting is not memorized when the power is  
turned off. When the unit is switched off with the display off,  
and then turned on again, the display is reset to the minimum  
brightness.  
REPEAT OFF  
(no repeat)  
< Halting playback stops the repeat mode.  
< The following buttons cancel repeat mode:  
STOP, OPEN/CLOSE, POWER.  
Track repeat  
When this is selected, the currently-selected track repeats. If  
another track is selected during repeat playback, the newly-  
selected track repeats.  
Disc repeat  
The whole contents of the disc are repeated.  
Programmed repeat  
If programmed playback has been set up, the whole program  
is repeated.  
Pushing the REPEAT button cycles between REPEAT PGM  
(program repeat) and REPEAT OFF (programmed playback  
takes place).  
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Changing the display mode  
MODE  
1
During playback, it is possible to change the display as shown  
here.  
Repeatedly press the MODE button to select the menu  
item to be changed.  
< The DISPLAY button doesn’t work during programmed  
playback.  
WORD  
DAC LAYER  
(normal display)  
Currently playing track  
Elapsed time of current track  
< If you leave the unit idle for 10 seconds, the setting mode will  
be cancelled.  
2
Use the SKIP buttons (.//) to select the options  
Time remaining for current track  
within the menu item.  
Total elapsed time (disc)  
Individual menu functions are described on pages 17-18.  
3
Repeatedly press the MODE button until the display  
returns normal (or leave the unit idle for 10 seconds) to  
exit the setup mode.  
Total time remaining (disc)  
Pressing the STOP button also finishes the setup mode.  
< Switching off the power without exiting the setup mode may  
cause problems. Do not turn the unit off.  
< Settings are stored even when power is turned off and the  
unit is unplugged. If left unplugged for an extended period,  
the settings may be lost.  
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Setting the Word sync, DAC, priority playback area, and i.LINK output (1)  
DAC (D/A converter)  
Available menu item and options  
This unit is equipped with the following DA converters:  
• DSD DAC for DSD signals (AD1955 from Analog Devices, Inc.)  
• 1-bit DAC for PCM signals (AD1955 from Analog Devices,  
Inc.)  
WORD (Word sync)  
Use this feature to lock your entire system to a single sync  
signal (clock) by connecting this unit to the Esoteric G-0s or  
similar device that outputs a sync signal.  
• Multi-bit DAC for PCM signals (PCM1704 from Burr-Brown)  
“ON” or “OFF” are available.  
This setting allows you to determine which DAC will be  
selected for playback.  
< This unit is ready for the clocks up to 176.4 kHz and switches  
itself depending on an incoming signal.  
REF. (Reference)  
The unit automatically selects the proper DAC for the disc  
currently loaded.  
The selection depends on the Analog Out (see page 21).  
< Make connections to the WORD SYNC terminal before  
turning on the unit.  
< When the unit is synchronizing to the sync signal, the ring  
surrounding the MODE button flashes. When it is locked, the  
button lights.  
M.bit (Multi-bit)  
Use the Multi-bit DAC.  
DSD signals from Super Audio CDs are converted to PCM  
signals.  
< If no valid sync signal is received, the display shows “No  
Word!” or “Wrd Unlck!”.  
The MULTI-BIT indicator lights during playback.  
1 bit  
Use the 1-bit DAC.  
DSD signals from Super Audio CDs are converted to PCM  
signals.  
The 1-BIT indicator lights during playback.  
DSD  
Use the DSD DAC.  
PCM signals from CDs are converted to DSD signals (1 bit, 64  
fs).  
The DSD indicator lights during playback.  
< You can also use the left or right cursor button to change the  
DAC setting (either when playing back or stopped).  
(Continued on the next page.)  
17  
Setting the Word sync, DAC, priority playback area, and i.LINK output (2)  
LAYER (priority playback area)  
i.LINK  
There are two types of Super Audio CDs, regular ones that  
contain 2-channel stereo and multi-channel stereo, and  
hybrid discs (two-layer discs) that contain Super Audio CD  
and regular CD data.  
Used to select an i.LINK output setting.  
When using the i.LINK terminal, select “60958” or “PCM”,  
and set the Digital Out to “ON”.  
This setting allows you to determine which layer will be first  
selected for playback (the priority playback layer) with a  
hybrid Super Audio CD.  
60958  
DSD signal is output during playback of a Super Audio CD.  
The digital signal in IEC60958 format is output during  
playback of a CD.  
SACD  
PCM  
This mode gives priority to the Super Audio CD layer.  
The 2-channel layer is played when the Analog Out is set to  
“2ch”. The multi-channel layer is played when the Analog  
Out is set to “Multi ch”.  
DSD signal is output during playback of a Super Audio CD.  
Linear PCM digital signal is output during playback of a CD.  
< Some amplifiers may regard this signal as DVD-Audio.  
OFF  
Select this when you don’t use the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal.  
No signal is output from the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal.  
CD  
This mode gives priority to the CD layer.  
< Selecting a layer that is not on the disc results in playback of  
< There is no difference between 60958 and PCM as far as  
the alternative layer that is found on the disc.  
Super Audio CD playback is concerned.  
< A change of playback layer using the PLAY AREA button is  
overridden by the LAYER setting when a different disc is  
loaded.  
< Set the Analog Out setting to “Multi ch” to output the  
surround sound from a Super Audio CD.  
When the Analog Out is set to “2ch”, the multi-channel  
sound is down mixed to 2 channels.  
< In case you experience any problem with the audio output,  
read the instructions of the connected component to check  
the adaptable format.  
< If the component connected via the i.LINK terminal is  
compatible with the flow rate control, the connected  
component will work in the flow rate control mode.  
18  
Settings (introduction)  
1
4
Turn on the main unit.  
When a option marked with “>” is displayed, use the up  
or down cursor buttons to change the setting, and press  
the ENTER button to confirm the entry.  
< When a numerical value (such as speaker distance) is  
changed, the value is confirmed without pressing the ENTER  
button.  
2
Press the SETUP button to enter the setup menu.  
< Individual menu functions are described on pages 21-23.  
3
4
< Repeat steps  
and  
as required.  
5
Exit the setup menu by pressing SETUP once more.  
“AudioSetup” appears on the front panel display.  
< Although it is possible to enter the setup menu while  
playback is continuing, not all menu functions will be  
available. Expand the number of available functions by  
pressing the STOP button.  
< Exit the setup menu by pressing SETUP once again.  
3
Use the cursor buttons to navigate the menus.  
< Refer to the Setup Menu Chart on the next page.  
< The options you can change are marked with “>”.  
< Use the left and up cursor buttons (or the RETURN button) to  
go back a level in the setup menu.  
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Settings (Setup Menu Chart )  
AudioSetup  
Analog Out  
DigitalOut  
CD Direct  
GeneralSet  
options  
options  
options  
SP Setup  
SP Size  
L/R Size  
C Size  
options  
options  
options  
SR/SL Size  
SW ON/OFF  
L/R *.*m  
options  
options  
Distance  
C *.*m  
options  
SR/SL *.*m  
LR ***.*dB  
options  
options  
SP Level  
C ***.*dB  
SR ***.*-dB  
SL ***.*dB  
SW ***.*dB  
options  
options  
options  
options  
Test Start  
options  
Test Tone  
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Settings (Audio Setup)  
Analog output (Analog Out)  
Digital output (DigitalOut)  
When a option marked with “>” is displayed, use the up or  
down cursor buttons to change the setting, and press the  
ENTER button to confirm the entry.  
When a option marked with “>” is displayed, use the up or  
down cursor buttons to change the setting, and press the  
ENTER button to confirm the entry.  
2ch  
ON  
Outputs 2-channel audio from the the i.LINK (AUDIO) and the  
2ch analog audio output terminals (FRONT L and R).  
If multi-channel program material is played, the multi-channel  
material will be down mixed to two channels, and the DOWN  
MIX indicator lights on the display.  
Audio is output from the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal and the  
DIGITAL OUT terminals.  
OFF  
Audio is not output from the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal and the  
DIGITAL OUT terminals. If you are not using these terminals,  
we suggest that you use this OFF setting for better analog  
sound.  
Multi ch  
The unit outputs the multi-channel surround sound.  
Select this when the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal or the 5.1ch  
analog audio output terminals are connected to a surround  
sound amplifier.  
< Digital sound from Super Audio CDs cannot be output from  
the DIGITAL OUT terminals.  
< 5.1CH indicator lights when “Multi ch” is selected.  
< Note that if “Multi ch” is selected, only the front L/R sound of  
the multi-channel material will be output from the FRONT L  
and R terminals.  
CD Direct  
When a option marked with “>” is displayed, use the up or  
down cursor buttons to change the setting, and press the  
ENTER button to confirm the entry.  
< Note that the audio volume changes when the mode is  
changed between 2-channel to multi-channel.  
Direct  
< Speakers should be set up properly for multi-channel use. See  
Speaker setting is bypassed.  
page 22 for details.  
Normal  
< You can also use the 2CH/MULTI button of the remote  
control unit to select either “2ch” or “Multi ch”.  
The speaker setting you have made is used.  
Select this setting when the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal or the  
5.1ch analog audio output terminals are connected to a  
surround sound amplifier.  
When playback is stopped, press the 2CH/MULTI button.  
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Settings (Speaker Setup for the i.LINK and the 5.1ch analog audio output terminal)  
Use these speaker setup menus when the i.LINK  
Speaker Size (SP Size)  
(AUDIO) terminal or the 5.1ch analog audio output  
Select the size (Large or Small) independently for the L/R  
terminals are connected to a surround sound amplifier,  
(front pair of speakers), the C (center speaker) and the SR/SL  
and when you don’t use the speaker menus of the  
(surround pair of speakers). Turn the subwoofer (SW) ON or  
amplifier.  
OFF (if you have no subwoofer).  
There is no need for this setup when not using the i.LINK  
Large  
(AUDIO) terminal or the 5.1ch analog audio output terminals,  
Select this when the connected speakers can fully reproduce  
or when you use the speaker menus of the amplifier. In this  
bass frequencies.  
case, leave this setup as it is (factory settings).  
Small  
Select this when the connected speakers are rather small and  
< This setup has an effect on the sound output from the i.LINK  
cannot reproduce bass frequencies.  
(AUDIO) terminal and the analog audio output terminals  
When this setting is selected, bass frequencies are output  
when the Analog Out is set to “Multi ch” and the CD Direct  
from the subwoofer (if no subwoofer is connected, from the  
is set to “Normal”.  
front speakers).  
OFF  
Select this when no speaker is connected.  
ON (subwoofer only)  
Select this when a powered subwoofer is connected.  
< When the front speaker is set to “Small”, the subwoofer is  
set to “ON” automatically. You cannot set the subwoofer  
“OFF”.  
< For the center and surround pair options, if these speakers are  
not physically present, you can select OFF to prevent any  
output from those channels (you cannot turn off the front L/R  
pair). Any speakers turned off will down mix to the other  
enabled channels.  
< The down mix may affect the overall volume.  
< Adjust the relative levels of the speakers using the SP Level  
setting (and the volume knob of the subwoofer).  
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Speaker distance (Distance)  
Speaker levels (SP Level)  
This setup is effective in the following case only:  
Set the DAC mode to “M.bit” or “1bit”, play Super Audio  
CDs, and output sound from the 5.1ch analog output  
terminals.  
Use this to set the relative levels of the speakers. You can set  
the L/R pair together, and the center, and surround rear pair  
independently, as well as the subwoofer. The maximum value  
you can set here is 0dB and the minimum is –12dB, with  
settings made in 0.5dB increments.  
This setting has no effect on the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal.  
1. Select “Test Start” and press the ENTER button.  
The unit outputs test tone from each channel in turn at the  
specified level for each channel.  
Ideally, the speakers should be placed so that they are all the  
same distance from the listening position. If this is not  
possible, you should use this method described here to adjust  
them individually. It is also possible to adjust all distances  
together. The point of these settings is to provide the best  
synchronization between sound and image by delaying the  
sound by an appropriate amount. The subwoofer is not  
included in this setting (the placement of the subwoofer is  
less critical than that of other speakers).  
< Adjust the master volume of your amplifier to the normal  
listening level.  
< Test tone from subwoofer may be nearly inaudible. Check the  
level of subwoofer using source material which contains low  
frequency sound.  
< The unit won’t output test tone when “60958” is selected.  
Select “PCM” to use test tone (see page 18).  
< The unit won’t output test tone when a Super Audio CD is (or  
had been) loaded. In this case, remove the disc, turn the unit  
off and on, and try again.  
The L/R setting changes the distance of all speakers together.  
Pressing the up button adds 0.1m to each value, and pressing  
the down button subtracts 0.1m from each value.  
Distances are measured in meters (1 meter = just over 3 feet,  
and 0.1 meter = about 4 inches).  
2. Select a speaker using the up or down cursor buttons.  
3. Press the right cursor button.  
Carry out this operation first before setting the other speaker  
distances.  
4. Adjust the levels using the up or down cursor buttons.  
After setting the L/R, C and SR/SL speaker distances together,  
you can now set the center and surround pair distances. The  
minimum distance for these is 0m and the maximum is 9m,  
with the additional restrictions described here.  
5. When the setting has been finished, press the SETUP  
button to exit the setup menu.  
< The distance that you set for the center speaker cannot be  
greater than the distance set for the L/R pair and must be  
within 1.7m of that L/R distance.  
So for example, if the distance to the L/R pair is set to 5.0m,  
the center distance must be between 3.3m (5 – 1.7) and 5m.  
Test tone length (Test tone)  
Select the Test Tone menu item, and choose between 2, 5  
and 10 seconds. This represents the length of time that the  
test tone is output from each speaker when Test Start is  
selected.  
< The distance that you set for the SR/SL surround pair cannot  
be greater than the distance set for the L/R pair (and must be  
within 9m of that distance).  
So with the L/R pair set at 5m, the SR/SL pair distance can be  
set from 0m to 5m.  
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i.LINK (IEEE 1394)  
The i.LINK is also known as IEEE 1394, an international  
specification.  
This unit is i.LINK (AUDIO) ready.  
How to connect multiple i.LINK-capable  
devices  
By connecting an i.LINK (AUDIO)-capable device to the i.LINK  
(AUDIO) terminal on this unit using an i.LINK cable, you can  
transmit Super Audio CD multi-channel signals that could not be  
transmitted but in analog format in the past can be transmitted  
in its original digital format, in addition to the capability of  
transmitting 2-ch linear PCM data and multi-channel compressed  
audio signals.  
Daisy chain connection  
You can daisy chain up to 17 devices including this unit.  
i.LINK cable  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
If you have multiple i.LINK-capable devices, you can connect  
them through other devices to transmit data between them, so  
you don’t need to be concerned with the order of connection.  
Connection in tree structure  
If you are using a device having three or more i.LINK connectors,  
you may want to branch out the connections. This way of  
connection allows you to connect up to 17 devices including this  
unit.  
Copyright protection system DTCP  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
To play back audio sounds recorded on Super Audio CD using  
i.LINK, both the player and the D/A converter need to be  
compliant to the copyright protection system DTCP (Digital  
Transmission Content Protection).  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
This unit is DTCP compliant.  
Your system does not work if data is fed back to the output  
device. Be careful not to create a loop.  
Data transfer rate  
There are three transfer rates: 100 Mbps (S100), 200 Mbps  
(S200), and 400 Mbps (S400). This unit is capable of transferring  
data at a maximum 400Mbps.  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
i.LINK-capable  
device  
For connection to an i.LINK-capable device, use a commercially  
available S400-compliant 6-pin i.LINK cable.  
When connecting multiple i.LINK-capable devices, avoid  
connecting a device having a slow transfer rate between devices  
having high transfer rates since this reduces the transfer rate of  
the whole system. Connect devices having high transfer rates  
towards the source as far “up-stream” as possible.  
The i.LINK interface of this unit is designed in accordance with  
the following specifications:  
1) IEEE Std 1394a-2000, Standard for a High Performance  
Serial Bus  
2) Audio and Music Data Transmission Protocol 2.0  
NOTES  
< Among the i.LINK formats there are “MPEG-2 TS” for BS  
digital sources and “DV” for digital video for DVD recorders,  
as well as the “i.LINK (AUDIO)” (A&M Protocol). Never  
connect devices that are not compatible with i.LINK (AUDIO)  
to this unit. If you do, this unit and other components may  
not operate normally and may also become damaged.  
This unit is compliant with IEC 60958 bitstream, DVD-Audio,  
Super Audio CD in the AM824 sequence adaptation layers of  
this protocol.  
< In the process of data transfer, avoid plugging/unplugging the  
i.LINK cables in use or switch on/off the power.  
< Among i.LINK-capable devices, there are some that, if not  
turned on, are not capable of relaying data.  
< Some i.LINK-capable devices will not respond to this unit's  
command. This is normal and is due to incompatibility among  
i.LINK devices.  
< The receiving device may not support the output modes of  
this unit. Read through the instruction manual of devices you  
want to connect before making any connections.  
24  
Troubleshooting  
In case you experience any problem with this unit, please take  
Overall volume is low, or balance between speakers is  
the time to look through this chart and see if you can solve the  
problem yourself before you call your dealer.  
strange.  
e A speaker’s level (or that of a pair of speakers) has been set  
up too low or too high in the speaker setup. Correct the  
levels.  
No power  
e Check the connection to the AC power supply. Check and  
make sure the AC source is not a switched outlet and that,  
if it is, the switch is turned on. Make sure there is power to  
the AC outlet by plugging another item such as a lamp or  
fan.  
The speaker settings are ignored.  
e Set the Analog Out to “Multi ch”.  
e Set the CD Direct to “Normal”.  
e Press the POWER button of the main unit to turn it on.  
No digital audio output.  
e
Check that the Digital Out setting is set to “ON”. When using  
the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal, set the i.LINK output setting to  
“60958” or “PCM”.  
Remote control doesn’t work.  
e Press the POWER button of the main unit to turn it on.  
e If the batteries are dead, change the batteries.  
e Use remote control unit within the range (7m/23ft.) and  
point at the front panel.  
e Digital audio from a Super Audio CD cannot be output from  
the DIGITAL OUT terminals. Use the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal.  
e Clear obstacles between the remote control unit and the  
main unit.  
The MODE button flashes, and the display shows “No  
Word!”  
e If a strong light is near the unit, turn it off.  
e The word sync mode is selected, but there is no clock  
source. Turn the word sync mode off.  
Severe hum or noise is heard.  
e No word clock is being received. Check cables, connections,  
and settings of the clock generator.  
e Place the unit as far away from a TV as possible.  
e Make sure the line cords and speaker cables are as far away  
from the AC supply as possible.  
The MODE button flashes, and the display shows “WRD  
UNLCK!”  
Will not play.  
e Invalid word sync signal is received. Check the setting of the  
e Reload the disc with the label side UP.  
e This unit cannot play such discs as CD-ROMs. Use a playable  
disc.  
clock generator.  
e If the disc is dirty, clean the surface of the disc.  
e A blank disc has been loaded. Load a prerecorded disc.  
e If the unit is condensed, leave the unit for one or two hours  
with the power turned on.  
If normal operation cannot be obtained, unplug the power  
cord from the outlet and plug it again. This resets the  
internal micro-computer which can be disturbed during  
electrical storms, power interruptions, et cetera.  
e If another operation is still in process, wait a moment and  
try again.  
Sound skips.  
e Place the unit on a stable place to avoid vibration and shock.  
e If the disc is dirty, clean the surface of the disc.  
e Don’t use scratched, damaged or warped discs.  
There is no sound or only a very low-level sound is heard.  
e Check that the amplifier and speakers are connected  
securely.  
e Check the operation of the amplifier.  
e Check the audio output setting.  
e When the amplifier is connected via the i.LINK (AUDIO) or  
the DIGITAL OUT terminal, set the Digital Out setting to  
“ON”.  
e The sound is muted during pause. Press the PLAY button to  
resume normal playback.  
No multi-channel audio output.  
e Set the Analog Out to “Multi ch”.  
e Change the speaker configuration if necessary.  
e Super Audio CDs may have more than one playback area,  
not all of which contain multi-channel audio data. Choose a  
multi-channel area.  
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Specifications  
General  
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Super Audio CD and CD  
Power supply  
Europe model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC 230 V, 50 Hz  
U.S.A./Canada model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC 120 V, 60 Hz  
Korea model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC 220 V, 60 Hz  
Power consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 W  
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 kg (55-1/16 lb)  
External dimensions (W x H x D) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 442 x 153 x 353 mm  
(17-3/8” x 6” x 13-7/8”)  
Operating temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +5˚C - +35˚C  
Operating humidity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5% to 85% (no condensation)  
Storage temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . –20˚C - +55˚C  
Audio output (Analog Audio)  
Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XLR jacks (2 channel) x 1  
RCA jacks (5.1 channel) x 1  
Maximum output level (1 kHz, full scale) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2 Vrms (RCA)  
2.2 Vrms (XLR)  
Frequency response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Hz to 50 kHz (–3 dB)  
Dynamic range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 dB  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 dB  
Total harmonic distortion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.0015% (1 kHz)  
Audio output (Digital Audio)  
OPTICAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Optical digital jack x 1, –15 to –21 dBm  
COAXIAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RCA jack x 1, 0.5 Vp-p/75 Ω  
i.LINK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal x 1  
Word Synchronization input format  
Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BNC  
Input level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5 Vp-p/75Ω  
The main unit can accept and synchronize to the following frequencies received from external  
devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44.1kHz, 88.2kHz, 176.4kHz  
Accessories  
Power cord x 1  
Remote Control Unit (RC-941) x 1  
Batteries (AA, R6, SUM-3) x 2  
Felt x 3  
Warranty card x 1  
Owners manual x 1  
• Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.  
• Weight and dimensions are approximate.  
• Illustrations may differ slightly from production models.  
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3-7-3, Nakacho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180-8550, Japan Phone: (0422) 52-5132 e-mail: [email protected]  
TEAC ESOTERIC COMPANY  
TEAC AMERICA, INC.  
7733 Telegraph Road, Montebello, California 90640 Phone: (323) 726-0303  
TEAC CANADA LTD.  
5939 Wallace Street, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1Z8, Canada Phone: (905) 890-8008  
TEAC MEXICO, S.A. De C.V  
TEAC UK LIMITED  
Campesinos N°184, Colonia Granjas Esmeralda, Delegacion Iztapalapa, CP 09810, México DF Phone: (525) 581-5500  
Unit 19 & 20, The Courtyards, Hatters Lane, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 8TE, U.K. Phone: (0845) 130-2511  
Bahnstrasse 12, 65205 Wiesbaden-Erbenheim, Germany Phone: 0611-71580  
TEAC EUROPE GmbH  
This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel. Please record  
the model number and serial number and retain them for your records.  
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Model number  
Serial number  
0107 MA-1102B  

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