Audio Research CD 6SE User Manual

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CD 6SE
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Thank you for choosing the CD6SE to
be a part of your high performance music listening system. Since 1970, Audio Research has been
audio equipment. Each piece is handcrafted in Minnesota, and has been designed to provide many years of listening enjoyment.
We understand you are eager to begin listening; however, please take a few minutes to read through this guide for useful information concerning the operation of your new CD player/DAC. Once installed, please allow an appropriate break­in period to fully appreciate the
provide to your system.
After reading the user guide, if you have any further questions regarding
your preamplier, contact your
dealer or Audio Research customer service – they will be happy to help you make the most of your new component.
Thank You.
Good Listening!
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Contents
Warnings.......................................................5
Warnings.......................................................5
A note about packaging................................5
A note about packaging................................5
Installation .................................................. 6
Installation ...................................................6
Illustrations .................................................. 6
Illustrations ...................................................6
In your system ...............................................7
In your system ............................................... 7
Connections ................................................ 8
Connections .................................................8
Digital Inputs ................................................ 8
Digital Inputs .................................................8
Digital Outputs ............................................ 8
Digital Outputs .............................................8
Analog Outputs ........................................... 8
Analog Outputs ............................................8
Software Installation ................................ 13
Software Installation ................................ 14
Windows PC Software Installation ............ 14
Maintenance .............................................. 14
Note to Mac OS Users ................................ 14
Servicing ...................................................... 14
Removal of Previous Driver Version ............21
About Fuse Replacement ........................... 14
Disposal and Recycling Guideline .............. 14
Maintenance ..............................................24
Cleaning ....................................................... 14
Servicing ...................................................... 24
About Fuse Replacement ........................... 24
Warranty..................................................... 15
Disposal and Recycling Guideline ..............24
Cleaning .......................................................24
FCC Rules .................................................... 16
Operation .................................................... 9
Operation .....................................................9
Front Panel Controls .................................... 9
Power Up Procedure ......................................9
Remote Only Functions .............................. 10
CD Door Functions/Warnings .................... 12
Shut-Down ....................................................9
Break-in ..........................................................9
Front Panel Controls ................................... 10
Remote Only Functions ............................... 11
CD Door Functions/Warnings .....................13
Warranty.....................................................25
Specications ............................................. 17
FCC Rules ....................................................26
Specifications ............................................. 27
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Warnings
To prevent re, or shock hazard, do not expose
your CD6SE to rain or moisture.
Do not place objects containing water on top of this unit.
This unit contains voltages which can cause serious injury or death. Do not operate with cover removed. Refer servicing to your
authorized Audio Research dealer or other qualied personnel.
The detachable power cord on your CD6SE is equipped with a heavy gauge, 3-conductor cable and a standard three-prong grounding plug. For absolute protection, do not defeat the ground power plug. This provides power line grounding of the CD6SE chassis to provide absolute protection from electrical shock.
For continued protection against re hazard,
replace the fuse only with the same type and
rating as specied at the fuse holder.
If the unit is to be operated in an enclosure such as an equipment rack, make certain that
adequate airow above and to each side of
the unit is provided.
The appliance coupler at the rear of this unit must be accessible for emergency power disconnect.
This unit is RoHS compliant.
A note about packaging...
Save all packaging in a dry place away from
fire hazard. Your CD6SE compact disc player is a
precision electronic instrument and should be properly cartoned any time shipment is made.
You may not have occasion to return your unit
to the factory for service, but if that should prove necessary, or other occasion requiring shipment occurs, the original packaging will protect your CD6SE from unnecessary damage or delay.
Do not operate the CD6SE player without the supplied CD6SE clamp installed on the CD. Gently place clamp on disc to prevent damaging the spindle mechanism.
Whenever the CD6SE power is on, the door covering the drive mechanism/tray area should remain fully closed after inserting or removing a CD. Following this procedure will maintain proper ventilation and also minimize dust intrusion on the lens and drive mechanism.
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SCAN
SHUF
TIME
A/B
PLAY
STOP
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PROG
DSP DN
DSP UP
PAUSE
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3
456
789
0
REPEAT
UPSAMPLE
INPUT
FILTER
Installation
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Illustrations
Front Panel
MODEL CD6 SE HIGH DEFINITION
DIGITAL INPUTS
TOSLINK USB RCA AES/EBU
RIGHT LEFT
BALANCED SE SE BALANCED
ANALOG OUTPUTS
CD PLAYER
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Rear Panel
DIGITAL OUTPUTS
BNC AES/EBU
192
176.4
96
88.2
48
44.1
POWER PREV PLAY NEXT PAUSE STOP INPUT
MODEL CD6 SE
DIGITAL CD PLAYER
TO PREVENT FIRE AND SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS DEVICE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
UNIT MUST BE OPERATED IN A HORIZONTAL POSITION.
-DO NOT OPERATE WITH COVERS REMOVED-
UNIT CONTAINS VOLTAGES WHICH MAY BE HAZARDOUS
CD
RCA
USB
AES
TOS
WARNING
.
FAST
SLOW
UPSAMPLE
POWER
CAUTION
FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST
FIRE HAZARD REPLACE FUSE ONLY
WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING
SERIAL
VOLTS
120W MAX
50/60HZ
~
Remote
CD6
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Installation
In your System
While the CD6SE does not dissipate an unusual amount of heat, it is important that it be
provided with reasonable airow to assure
long, trouble-free operation. In addition, the following installation guidelines will help
insure maximum sonic performance as well
as reliable service.
Upright and level horizontal mounting is
mandatory, preferably on solid, non-resonant
shelving. Allow sucient space for convection
cooling. Do not block the ventilation holes when the unit is turned on.
Do not stack the CD6SE on top of another component: not only could this cause overheating, but hum may be introduced into the system.
Do not place any objects on top of the CD6SE;
its suspension feet are tuned for the specic
weight of the CD6SE.
Do not place or operate your CD6SE on a soft or irregular surface such as a rug. This can prevent proper leveling and restrict ventilation.
Do not operate your CD6SE without the top and bottom covers installed. These are required both for safety as well as shielding from interference.
If side-by-side mounting with other equipment is employed, place the CD6SE to the left of the other chassis, so as to provide
maximum spacing between the transformers
of the CD6SE and the other component.
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Connections
Digital Connections
The CD6SE offers four digital inputs, and two
standard digital output options. Which option is best for your system will depend on your personal listening preference, the nature of your system installation requirements, and
the options allowed by your external digital
processor, if one is used.
Digital Inputs
RCA: Connect to a transport or other device
equipped with an RCA digital output. Press the INPUT button until the ‘RCA’ LED is illuminated.
USB: Connect to a Windows-based PC or Mac computer for music playback from your
USB: Connect to a Windows-based PC or
computer. Press the INPUT button until the
Mac computer for music playback from your
‘USB’ LED is illuminated. Note: Software
computer. Press the INPUT button until the
installation is not necessary for Mac or Linux
USB’ LED is illumindated. Note: you must
users. Windows users can nd the necessary
install the software on the included CD (also
software drivers at www.audioresearch.com
downloadable from www.audioresearch.
under the Download tab.
com/downloads.html) to utilize the USB
connection.
AES/EBU: Connect to a transport or other device equipped with an AES/EBU digital output device. Press the INPUT button until until the AES/EBU LED is illuminated.
Digital Outputs BNC: Use 75-ohm impedance coaxial cable
with locking BNC-type connectors. An RCA/ BNC adaptor is also supplied.
AES/EBU: For connection to digital processors having the AES/EBU-Standard interface.
Analog Outputs
Single-Ended (RCA): For connection to
the inputs of a line-level preamplier or integrated amplier.
Balanced (XLR):For connection to the
balanced inputs of a line-level preamplier.
Warning
The digital outputs supply only a digital signal and should therefore only be connected to an input which is suitable for this signal. Never connect either of these digital outputs to a
non-digital input of a preamplier (such as
those labeled CD, AUX, PHONO, TAPE, etc.)
or to a power amplier. To do so is to risk
damage to your system and may void any or all warranties involved.
Toslink: Connect to a transport, computer or other device equipped with Toslink (optical) digital output. Press the INPUT button until the ‘Toslink’ LED is illuminated.
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Operation
Front Panel Control Functions
Power: The Power switch turns the CD6
completely on for operation (indicated by the LED being brightly lit), each time preceded by a warm-up interval of about 40 seconds when the LED is dim and the output is automatically muted. Press power switch again to turn CD6
o-indicated by unlit LED.
Selects the previous track to play.
previous tracks. (Track number will appear
during play. (Track number and elapsed track
Next: Selects the next track to play. Continue
pressing to cycle forward through tracks. (Track number will appear on display.)
Pause: Interrupts play (display will read PAUSE). Release PAUSE by pressing it a second time to resume playing disc.
Stop: Stops play. (Number of tracks and total disc track time appear on display.)
Input: Selects between the CD player and digital inputs on the rear panel. Pressing the Input button repeatedly will cycle through all the inputs.
Note
Play, Pause, Stop, Previous and Next only
function when using the CD player.
Operation
Front Panel Control Functions
Power: The Power switch turns the CD6
Power: The Power switch completely turns
completely on for operation (indicated by the
on the CD6SE for operation (there is no
LED being brightly lit), each time preceded by
“standby” mode). During the rst 40 seconds,
a warm-up interval of about 40 seconds when
the analog SE and BAL outputs are muted to
the LED is dim and the output is automatically
allow the analog output stage to stabilize.
muted. Press power switch again to turn CD6
The digital BNC and AES/EBU outputs will
o-indicated by unlit LED.
function immediately. After 40 seconds the analog outputs will unmute.
Prev: Selects the previous track to play. Continue pressing to cycle backward through
Also illuminated will be the LEDs for the last
previous tracks. (Track number will appear
selected settings of the Filter (Fast or Slow),
on display.)
the last input selected, and the sample rate (if an active digital input is selected, or a CD
Play: Starts play. CD door must rst be
is loaded).
fully closed. Begins to play rst track unless
another is selected. Restarts track if pressed
To turn o the CD6SE, press the power
during play. (Track number and elapsed track
switch again. All LEDs will extinguish.
time appear on display.)
Next: Selects the next track to play. Continue
pressing to cycle forward through tracks. (Track number will appear on display.)
Pause: Interrupts play (display will read “PAUSE”). Release PAUSE by pressing it a second time to resume playing disc.
Stop: Stops play. (Number of tracks and total disc track time appear on display.)
Input: Selects between the CD player and digital inputs on the rear panel. Pressing the Input button repeatedly will cycle through all the inputs.
Note
Play, Pause, Stop, Previous and Next only
function when using the CD player.
Prev:
Continue pressing to cycle backward through
on display.)
Play: Starts play. CD door must rst be fully closed. Begins to play rst track unless
another is selected. Restarts track if pressed
time appear on display.)
System operation note: The CD6SE should be
the rst component turned on in your system, followed by other source components, the preamp, and last the power amp. This
will prevent any extraneous turn-on noise an upstream component might generate
from reaching the power amp, which could amplify the noise, which might potentially
damage the loudspeakers. When powering
down the system, reverse the order: Mute the preamp, turn o the power amp rst, then the preamp, then the CD6SE and other source components. If the above is followed,
it will help to avoid accidental loudspeaker damage.
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Operation
Remote Only Functions
The remote control unit includes all of the above described CD6SE front panel control functions plus the following additional functions. (Functions in [ ] indicate labeling abbreviations appearing on remote control unit.)
0-9 Buttons: Pressing numbered button(s) corresponding to the disc track number will advance disc to desired track. Also used to select tracks when compiling a custom disc playback program (see PROGRAM function description below).
Scan: With a stopped CD and the CD door
closed, press SCAN and the rst 10 seconds
of each track will be played in sequence. (“SCAN” will light up on display, then 10
seconds are counted out next to each track
number.) To hear a track in full that the player is presently scanning, press SCAN button again which will cancel SCAN function.
Shue [SHUF]: Toggles between Shue
play (random playback order) and normal play (sequential playback). SHUFFLE appears in the display window when random playback is selected.
Repeat [REP]: Press REPEAT once to repeat the entire disc continuously (“REPEAT” appears in display window). Press REPEAT once more to continuously repeat the track now playing (“REPEAT 1” appears in display window). Press REPEAT once again to discontinue repeat mode.
Upsample: Select between native sampling rate playback and integer upsampling. 44.1
kHz and 88.2 kHz sampling frequencies are upsampled to 176.4 kHz, whereas 48 kHz and 96 kHz frequencies are upsampled to 192 kHz. An LED will indicate which sampling
frequency is selected. Note: When using the USB input, upsampling is available only to
88.2 kHz or 96 kHz.
Filter: Select between Fast and Slow digital
lters. Pressing FILTER will toggle between
the two options, and will be indicated by an
LED next to the selected lter name.
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Operation
Remote Only Functions, continued
Input: Select between CD playback and the
Input: Select between CD playback and the
digital inputs on the rear panel (2 Toslink,
digital inputs on the rear panel (RCA, USB,
USB, RCA). Pressing INPUT toggles through
AES/EBU, Toslink). Pressing INPUT toggles
the dierent inputs, and the selected input
through the dierent inputs, and the selected
will be indicated by an LED next to the input
input will be indicated by an LED next to
name. Note: display window is illuminated
the input name. Note: display window is
only during CD playback.
illuminated only during CD playback.
Time: Pressing and releasing TIME repeatedly will cycle through the following information on the display: current track time elapsed (default setting initially seen on display), total disc time elapsed, and total disc time remaining.
Display Down/Display Up [DISP DN/DISP UP]: Decreases/Increases display intensity,
oering four levels of brightness as well as display o.
A/B: Press the A/B button once while music is playing, then press it again; the musical passage in the interval between pressing the button is then repeated in a loop until pressing the A/B button once again to discontinue it. Display reads “A—B” to show activation. Note: you must discontinue the A/B loop
before pressing PLAY to resume normal
playback. Pressing and holding this button down will fast search backward through the track that is playing until it is released. Rate of search accelerates as button is held down.
Program [PROG]: Allows compiling a custom track selection and playback order of up to 20 tracks on a disc. With the player in STOP
mode, enter the desired rst track number and
then press the PROGRAM button. The word “PROGRAM” will light and the display will show the total number of tracks programmed and total programmed time. If a second track selection is entered, the word “PROGRAM”
ashes, indicating that other track(s) have
already been stored in the program memory. Press the PROGRAM button to save the second track selection. Repeat procedure to program additional tracks as desired. This programming procedure, with readout of the cumulative total number of programmed tracks and total programming time (including time between tracks), works for any of the
rst 13 numbered tracks on a disc. You may
program track numbers higher than 13, but from then on no track time information will appear on the display. To preview a program
before playing it, press PLAY and then use
the NEXT and PREV buttons to cycle through
track selections. Pressing PLAY will begin
playing program. Pressing STOP once will
stop program play. Pressing PLAY again will
resume play from beginning of program. To cancel program, press STOP twice.
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Operation
CD Door Functions/Warnings
Do not attempt to play a CD without rst
installing the supplied CD6SE magnetic disc clamp on the CD. Use only the supplied CD6SE clamp in your CD6SE player.
CD door must be fully closed for the CD6SE to operate.
If the CD door is closed without a CD in the player and the CD6SE is powered up, the display will read “NO DISC”.
If a CD is inserted (label side up) in the CD6SE, the CD door is fully closed and the CD6SE is powered up, the CD will spin for a few seconds while the track information is accessed. The number of tracks and total disc time will then be displayed, indicating the CD is ready to play.
Keep the CD door closed when the CD6SE is
turned o and not in use to keep dust out of
the lens and drive area.
When the CD6SE power is on, keep the CD
door fully closed (except to change CDs) to
to prevent dust from collecting on the tray and lens.
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Software Installation
Software installation is not necessary for Mac or Linux users. Windows PC users can nd the
necessary software drivers at www.audioresearch.com under the Download tab.
Removal of previous driver versions
Uninstall any prior/existing Audio Research Corp. Drivers for Windows OS by opening the Windows “Control Panel” for your computer. Find and open the “Uninstall Programs” for your particular computer. This may be named “Programs” or “Programs and Features.”
If you experience diculty, please contact your selling dealer or Audio Research Customer
Support at service@audioresearch.com or call 763-577-9700 between 8AM – 5PM CST.
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Maintenance
Servicing
Because of its careful design and exacting
standards of manufacture, your CD6SE CD player should normally require only minimal service to maintain its high level of performance.
About Fuse Replacement
About Fuse Replacement
The CD6 has two fuses; both are located
The CD6SE has two internal fuses. Under
towards the back of the chassis on the left.
normal operation these should never
One fuse is accessible with the removal of
blow. If you experience an operational
the top cover, and the other with the removal
problem and suspect a blown fuse, please
of the bottom panel. See specications for
contact your dealer or Audio Research
information on fuse types.
Customer Support for assistance.
Disposal and Recycling Guidelines
To dispose of this electronic product, do
not place in landll. In accordance with
the European Union Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive
eective August 2005, this product may
contain regulated materials which upon disposal require special reuse and recycling processing. Please contact your dealer or importing distributor for instructions on proper disposal of this product in your country. Or, contact Audio Research Corporation at service@audioresearch.com or 763-577-9700 for the name of your importing distributor and how to contact them. Packing and shipping materials may be disposed of in a normal manner.
Cleaning
To maintain the visual appearance of your CD6SE, occasionally wipe the front panel and top cover surfaces with a soft damp (not wet) cloth to remove dust. A mild, non­alkaline soap solution may be used to remove
ngerprints or similar smudges. Cleaners
containing abrasives should not be used as they will damage the brushed grain of the
front panel nish, as well as the LED display
window. A dry 2-inch pure bristle paint brush works well to remove dust from bevels, reliefs and switches. The CD6SE CD compartment may be gently dusted: carefully avoid touching the laser assembly area to prevent possible damage.
Caution
Your CD6SE contains sufficient levels of voltage
and current to be lethal. Do not tamper with a component or parts inside the unit. Refer
any needed service to your authorized Audio Research dealer or other qualied technician.
Should service be necessary, please contact your Audio Research dealer, or Audio Research Customer Service at service@audioresearch.com or 763-577-970.
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Limited Warranty
Audio Research Corporation products are
covered by a 3-Year Limited Warranty, or a
90-Day Limited Warranty on vacuum tubes. This Limited Warranty initiates from the date of purchase, and is limited to the original purchaser, or in the case of demonstration equipment, limited to the balance of warranty remaining after original shipment to the retailer or importer.
In the United States, the specic terms, conditions and remedies for fulllment
of this Limited Warranty are listed on the warranty card accompanying the product in its shipping carton, or may be obtained from
the authorized retailer or from the Audio
Research Customer Service Department.
Outside the United States, the authorized
importing retailer or distributor has accepted the responsibility for warranty of Audio
Research products sold by them. The specic terms and remedies for fulllment of the
Limited Warranty may vary from country to country. Warranty service should normally be obtained from the importing retailer or distributor from whom the product was purchased.
In the unlikely event that technical service beyond the ability of the importer is required,
Audio Research will fulll the terms and
conditions of the Limited Warranty. Such product must be returned at the purchaser’s
expense to the Audio Research factory,
along with a photocopy of the dated purchase receipt for the product, a written description of the problem(s) encountered, and any information necessary for return shipment. The cost of return shipment is the responsibility of the purchaser.
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FCC Rules
Note
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment o and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Use interconnect cables of no more then one meter in length.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit dierent from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
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Specications
Frequency Response: +0-3dB, 3Hz to 96kHz at rated output. 0.15dB 20Hz to 20kHz. (Balanced, 200k ohms load)@ 192kHz
sample rate.
Distortion: THD+N Less than .004% at 2V RMS BAL output.
Signal-Noise-Ratio: 110dB
Dynamic Range (AES17): 111dB
IMD (SMPTE): .003%
RMS Noise level: -95dBV (20-20kHz)
Gain: 16.5dB Balanced, 8.3dB SE.
Input Impedance: Digital: 75 ohms RCA, 110 ohms AES/EBU, OPT 660nm TOSLink fiber 44.1 to 96kHz.
Output Impedance: 500 ohms Balanced, 250 ohms SE Main (2), 20K ohms minimum load and 2000pF maximum capacitance.
Output Polarity: Non-inverting.
Max. Output: At 0.0dB input, 5V RMS into 200K ohm balanced load.
Digital Sample Rates: 24 bits @ 44.1kHz to 192kHz, SPDIF and USB 2.0 HS.
Upsampling: Select upsampling or Native mode; CD, RCA, AES/EBU, TOS upsample to 176.4 or 192kHz. USB upsamples to 88.2 or 96kHz.
Master Oscillator: 22.579mHz ±20Hz for 44.1, 88.2 & 176.4kHz. 24.576mHz ±20Hz for 48, 96 & 192kHz.
Intrinsic Jitter: <10ps
Outputs Digital: XLR Balanced AES/EBU 110-ohms 4V P-P, BNC coax SPDIF 75-ohms 0.7V P-P.
Channel Separation: 103dB @ 1kHz.
Push buttons: Power, Previous, Stop, Pause, Play, Next, Input.
Signal Format (disc): Sample freq. 44.1kHz, Quantization bit; 16bit linear/channel, Channel bit rate; 4.3218Mb/sec, Channel
modulation code; EFM (8-14 modulation), Error Correction; CIRC.
Drive Mechanism (Top Load): Wow & Flutter; Unmeasureable (Quartz stability); Discs; Accepts 5” (12cm) and 3” (8cm) sizes.
Optical pickup: Type; 3-beam LDGU (Laser Diode & Grating Unit), with holographic diraction light pen, Laser; GaAlAs
semiconductor, 780nm, 0.5mW max. output, Servo; Digitally-controlled low inertia linear positioning actuator.
Jitter reduction: High-stability crystal-controlled re-clocking for all outputs.
Display: Six-digit vacuum uorescent with optical lter; LED display; CD, USB, RCA, TOS1, TOS2, Fast, Slow, Upsample, Power,
44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192kHz.
Remote Buttons: Repeat track/disc, 0-9 digit entry keys, Scan ten seconds each track, Pause program, Stop program, Play,
Shue tracks, Program enters selection on program list, Time elapsed, remaining track, remaining disc, A/B repeat segment,
Filter select, Input select, Pause, Play, Skip>, Skip<, FF, FR, Upsample/Native mode, DSP-DN, DSP-UP.
Power Requirements: 105-125VAC 60Hz (210-250VAC 50/60Hz) 120 watts maximum. Sleep mode 1 watts maximum.
Fuses: 2A fuse slo-blo (120V) / T1A (220-240V); AGC 1/4A fuse (120V) / T125mA fuse (220-240V)
Dimensions: Width 19” (48 cm)
Height 5.75” (14.5 cm) (standard rack panel) Depth 14.75” (37.5 cm)
including
handles
and
jacks.
Weight: 25.9 lbs. (11.8 kg) Net; 34 lbs. (15.5 kg) Shipping.
This unit is RoHS compliant
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3900 Annapolis Lane North
Maple Grove, MN 55311
Plymouth, MN 55447
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Specications subject to change without notice.
©2016 Audio Research Corporation. Reproduction of this document in part or whole is expressly forbidden without written
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