Audiolab 8300CD User Instruction

User Instructions

8300CD

8300CD.indd 1 2015-6-12 11:04:41

one wider than the other. A grounding plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at the plugs, convenience receptacles, and at
the point where they exit from the apparatus.

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart or rack
is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.

CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by
qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than
that contained in the operating instructions unless you are
qualified to do so.

Do not install this equipment in a confined or built-in
space such as a bookcase or similar unit, and keep well
ventilated in open space. The ventilation should not be
impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items
such as newspaper, table-cloths, curtains etc.

WARNING: Only use attachments/accessories specified or
provided by the manufacturer (such as the exclusive supply
adapter, battery etc).

WARNING: Please refer to the information on the exterior
panel of the enclosure for electrical and safety information
before installing or operating the apparatus.

WARNING: The battery (battery or batteries or battery
pack) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

This label tells you that the unit
co n ta i ns a la ser co m pon e nt .
Opening the unit will expose the
user to radiation from the laser
beam.

Mains Supply: The mains operating voltage of Audiolab
8300 series units is shown on the rear panel. If this voltage
does not match the mains voltage in your area, consult
your Audiolab dealer about converting the unit.

The mains supply fuse on the rear panel is accessible when
the IEC mains plug has been removed. In the rare event
that it has broken, check for any obvious cause before
replacing the fuse with one of the correct rating and type.
The fuse values are:

220 – 240V (UK, China, etc.) T1AL 250V Slow Blow

100 – 120V (USA, Japan, etc.) T1.6AL 250V Slow Blow

1: Important Safety Information

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS

OUVRIR WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD-DO NOT OPEN

This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock.

Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove cover (or back) as there are no user-serviceable
parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Read these instructions.

Keep these instructions.

Heed all warnings.

Follow all instructions.

Do not use this apparatus near water.

Clean only with dry cloth.

Do not block any vent i l a t io n op e n i n gs . In s t a ll in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with

Page 1

8300CD.indd 2 2015-6-12 11:04:41

• Automatic standby on-off switching of connected equipment via 12V trigger output.

• Analogue output level selectable between fixed and variable.

• Three display brightness levels with on/off options.

• Auto standby function with on/off options.

Note:

The 8300CD should be used with the variable outputs connected directly to a

power amplifier. If there are gain controls on the power amplifiers, set them to maximum and
leave them there. Use the volume control on the 8300CD exclusively to alter the level.

If you wish to connect the outputs of 8300CD into a pre-amplifier, you may wish to disable
the volume control functions, so that the player operates at a fixed gain. In this mode the unit
behaves as a CD/DAC operating in the digital domain.

Unpacking

• Unpacking the product fully. The carton should contain:

•The Audiolab 8300CD

•One IEC power cord suitable for your area.

•One CD-ROM for USB driver.

•One Remote handset with two AAA batteries.

•This instruction manual.

If an item is missing or damaged report this to your dealer as soon as possible. Retain the
packing for safe transport of your unit. If you dispose of the packing, do so with regard to
any recycling regulation in your area.

Placement

The unit is designed to run warm during normal operation but ensure you do not block any
ventilation openings.

Place the unit on a sturdy shelf or table. If you use an equipment rack ensure the unit has
adequate ventilation and is on its own shelf.

Ensure your mains voltage corresponds to the rating plate on the rear of the product’s power
supply. If in doubt, consult your dealer. If you move to an area with a different mains voltage
seek advice from an Audiolab appointed dealer or a competent service technician.

2: Getting Started

Welcome to Audiolab 8300 Series.

8300CD is the latest version of Audiolab’s classic Compact Disc player with high quality DAC
incorporated.

This versatile digital player now accepts inputs from a variety of digital sources right up to 24-bit/192kHz
(USB even high to 32-bit/384kHz) resolution and decodes them utilizing the high-end Sabre 32-bit DAC
with Audiolab’s precision filters.

You can select between 7 different filter choices based on personal preference as well as suitability for
different sources, all at the touch of a button on the versatile remote control.

More than just a CD player, 8300CD is a versatile digital decoder that will serve you for many years to
come.

Please read through this manual to obtain the very best performance from 8300CD.

Inputs:

•CD disc playback.

•One external SPDIF stereo LPCM AES3 digital input

•Two external SPDIF stereo LPCM coaxial digital input

•Two external SPDIF stereo LPCM optical digital input

•USB 2.0 port for replaying stereo from a compatible host

Outputs:

•Balanced and unbalanced stereo analogue output

•Optical and coaxial SPDIF digital output.

•XLR SPDIF digital output

Operating Features:

•Automatic detection decoding of external digital input source.

•Selectable digital filter setting.

•Fully variable output in the digital domain absolute fidelity with the straightest possible signal path.

•Mute and balance controls.

Page 2

8300CD.indd 3 2015-6-12 11:04:41

3: Controls and Connectors

Page 3

8300CD.indd 4 2015-6-12 11:04:42

4: Remote Handset

Page 4

NOTE: the handset buttons shown crossed out are for use with other
Audiolab units and are not operational when used with the 8300CD

1 STANDBY Press to bring the unit in/out of Standby

2 STORE Press to store a track in Program mode

3 FILTER Select a digital filter

4 MENU Press to enter menu mode

5 Move to the next track of CD/USB

6 VOL– Decrease Volume

7 Press and hold to Fast Forward

8 Press and hold to Fast Reverse

9 DISPLAY Press to cycle through the display brightness levels

10 INFO Press to toggle track name or artist name

11 Press to stop CD

12 DIGITAL Press to toggle different digital input

13 Press to eject/load the disc

14 Press to start/pause CD/USB playback

15 Press once to replay the current track of CD/USB

Press again to move to the previous track of CD/USB

16 REPEAT Press to select a repeat mode

17 VOL+ Increase Volume

18 PROG Press to program tracks of your choice

19 NUMBER KEYS Press to go directly to a track by number

20 MUTE Press to mute and unmute the sound

Fitting Batteries

Open the cover, unwrap the supplied AAA batteries and

place them in the battery compartment with the polarity as

shown, replace the cover.

Always use AAA batteries and always replace them in sets.

Never mix old and new batteries. Very weak batteries can

leak and damage the handset. Replace them in good time!

There is a risk of fire and burns if a battery is handled

improperly. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short

external contacts, or dispose of in fire or water.

Do not attempt to open or service a battery. Discard used

batteries in full accordance with recycling regulations in

force in your area.

Handset Operation

The handset operates several Audiolab components. The

handset buttons shown crossed out are for use with other

Audiolab units and are not operational when used with the

8300CD.

Point the handset at the remote receiver and press the

relevant key. The handset should be within 15 meters of the

player and there must be a clear line of sight between the

two units.

8300CD.indd 5 2015-6-12 11:04:43