Arcam CD92, CD72 User Manual

HANDBOOK

CD72
CD92

Arcam Compact Disc players
Lecteurs de CD Arcam
Arcam Compact Disc-Spieler

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Safety guidelines

Safety instructions

This product is designed and manufactured to meet strict
quality and safety standards. However, you should be aware of
the following installation and operation precautions:

1. Take heed of warnings and instructions

You should read all the safety and operating instructions
before operating this appliance. Retain this handbook for future
reference and adhere to all warnings in the handbook or on
the appliance.

2. Water and moisture

The presence of electricity near water can be dangerous. Do
not use the appliance near water – for example next to a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, in a wet basement or near a
swimming pool, etc..

3. Object or liquid entry

Take care that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into
the enclosure through any openings. Liquid fi lled objects such
as vases should not be placed on the equipment.

4. Ventilation

Do not place the equipment on a bed, sofa, rug or similar
soft surface, or in an enclosed bookcase or cabinet, since
ventilation may be impeded. We recommend a minimum

distance of 50mm (2 inches) around the sides and top of the
appliance to provide adequate ventilation.

5. Heat

Locate the appliance away from naked fl ames or heat
producing equipment such as radiators, stoves or other
appliances (including other amplifi ers) that produce heat.

6. Climate

The appliance has been designed for use in moderate climates.

7. Racks and stands

Only use a rack or stand that is recommended for use with
audio equipment. If the equipment is on a portable rack it
should be moved with great care, to avoid overturning the
combination.

8. Cleaning

Unplug the unit from the mains supply before cleaning.
The case should normally only require a wipe with a soft, damp,

lint-free cloth. Do not use paint thinners or other chemical
solvents for cleaning.

We do not advise the use of furniture cleaning sprays or
polishes as they can cause indelible white marks if the unit is
subsequently wiped with a damp cloth.

9. Power sources

Only connect the appliance to a power supply of the type
described in the operating instructions or as marked on the
appliance.

10. Power-cord protection

Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention to cords and plugs, and the
point where they exit from the appliance.

11. Grounding

Ensure that the grounding means of the appliance is not
defeated.

12. Power lines

Locate any outdoor antenna/aerial away from power lines.

13. Non-use periods

If the unit has a standby function, a small amount of current will
continue to fl ow into the equipment in this mode. Unplug the
power cord of the appliance from the outlet if left unused for
a long period of time.

14. Abnormal smell

If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected from the appliance,
turn the power off immediately and unplug the unit from the wall
outlet. Contact your dealer immediately.

15. Servicing

You should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that
described in this handbook. All other servicing should be
referred to qualifi ed service personnel.

16. Damage requiring service

The appliance should be serviced by qualifi ed service personnel
when:

A. the power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged, or
B. objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into the

appliance, or
C. the appliance has been exposed to rain, or
D. the appliance does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance, or
E. the appliance has been dropped or the enclosure

damaged.

Safety compliance

This product has been designed to meet the EN60065
international electrical safety standard.

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Using this handbook

This handbook has been designed to give you all the
information you need to install, connect, set up and use the
Arcam CD72 or CD92 compact disc players. The CR-314
remote control handset supplied with this equipment is also
described, as it applies to operating the CD players.

Safety

Safety guidelines are set out on the inside front cover of this
handbook.

Many of these items are common sense precautions, but for
your own safety, and to ensure that you do not damage the unit,
we strongly recommend that you read them.

Models covered

This handbook covers two CD players:

CD72
CD92

These use the same basic chassis and mechanics and the
controls are identical. They differ in the audio path electronics
used. The CD72 can be upgraded to CD92 specifi cation by
installing the appropriate Arcam upgrade kit. Please consult
your Arcam dealer.

CD72 player

This has a Delta-Sigma DAC (Digital to Analogue Converter) with
24-bit fi ltering.

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Contents

Safety guidelines 2

Safety instructions 2
Safety compliance 2

Using this handbook 3

Safety 3
Models covered 3

Installation 4

Positioning the unit 4
Connecting to other equipment 4
Connecting to a power supply 4
CD72 rear panel 4
CD92 rear panel 4

Using your CD player 5

CDs with text 5

Using the remote control 6

CR-314 remote control 6

Technical specifi cation 7

Guarantee 8
On-line registration 8

CD92 player

The CD92 incorporates the unique dCS Ring DAC™ which
delivers state-of-the-art performance from its revolutionary
24-bit technology.

This new DAC is the result of a partnership between two
British companies – Arcam and dCS (Data Conversion Systems
Ltd), the world’s leading supplier of professional audio ADCs
and DACs. Ring DAC technology exhibits exceptionally linear
response when decoding digital audio data, with the ability to
resolve the fi nest acoustic details recorded on a compact disc.

In the CD92, 24-bit digital fi ltering is provided by the Pacifi c
Microsonics digital fi lter, which also performs HDCD
Defi nition Compatible Digital) decoding of suitably encoded
CDs. The sonic performance of the CD92 makes it one of the
very best CD players currently available.

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