Cambridge audio SONATA DR30 PLUS, SONATA AR30 PLUS User Manual

Stereo Receiver

User’s manual

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AR30/DR30+

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Contents

Introduction ......................................................................................................................3

Important safety instructions..........................................................................................4

Limited warranty ..............................................................................................................7

Rear panel connections...................................................................................................8

Front panel controls.......................................................................................................10

Remote control ..............................................................................................................12

iPod compatibility ..........................................................................................................13

Connections ...................................................................................................................14

Aerials.............................................................................................................................15

Operating instructions...................................................................................................16

Changing DAB region (DR30+ only).....................................................................16

Changing tuner region (AR30 only)......................................................................17

Setting the source.................................................................................................17

Adjusting the volume ............................................................................................17

Adjusting the audio settings.................................................................................17

Tuning and listening .............................................................................................18

Setting presets......................................................................................................19

Setting the clock ...................................................................................................19

Setting the time zone (US version only) ..............................................................20

Setting the alarm ..................................................................................................20

Setting the sleep time ..........................................................................................21

Advanced settings ................................................................................................22

To re-name the Aux input.....................................................................................22

Using the supplied DD30 docking station for iPod ............................................23

iPod compatibility .................................................................................................23

Connecting and using a SIRIUS Connect Home Tuner (US version only)..........24

Factory reset ..................................................................................................................25

Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................26

Technical specifications................................................................................................26

AR30 DR30+

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing your Sonata AR30/DR30+. We are confident that you will enjoy many years of listening pleasure from it. Like all Cambridge Audio products, the Sonata AR30/DR30+ adheres to three core principles – stunning performance, ease of use and incredible value.

The Sonata AR30 and DR30+ were jointly developed to offer truly uncompromised audiophile quality audio in a small convenient and stylish package. The Sonata AR30 is a stereo receiver featuring high quality amplification with an in-built FM/AM tuner and supplied DD30 docking station for iPod. The US version of the AR30 additionally features a SIRIUS-Ready socket to allow satellite radio to be added in that countr y (requires a SIRIUS subscription).

The Sonata DR30+ is an alternative stereo receiver featuring the same amplification and DD30 iPod dock but with a DAB/DAB+/FM tuner for countries which broadcast DAB and DAB+ digital radio.

Both models also feature an environmentally friendly low power (<1W) standby circuit. The supplied remote can control all of the Sonata AR30/DR30+’s functions and those

of an iPod when docked in the matching DD30 dock (supplied). The audio circuitry draws on all our previous experience and features a true discrete

high power amplifier, linear power supply and low flux toroidal transformer. Alarm and Sleep timer functions are available and you may choose to wake to the Tuner or attached iPod. A temporary aerial is supplied to get you going, however the use of appropriate external AM/FM/DAB aerials is strongly recommended to really get the best from your Sonata AR30/DR30+.

Ultimate sound quality depends on the whole of your system, naturally we particularly recommend speakers from the Cambridge Audio Sirocco range as these have been designed for a perfect acoustic and aesthetic match. Your dealer can also supply excellent quality Cambridge Audio interconnects to ensure your system realises its full potential.

Thanks for taking the time to read this manual; we do recommend you keep it for future reference.

Matthew Bramble Cambridge Audio Technical Director and the Sonata range development team

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Important safety instructions

For your own safety please read the following important safety instructions carefully before attempting to connect this unit to the mains power supply. They will also enable you to get the best performance from and prolong the life of the unit:

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or

other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A

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

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

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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

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

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as the power-supply cord or plug having been 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.

WARNING

– To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or

moisture.

– Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive

heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

The unit must be installed in a manner that makes disconnection of the mains plug from the mains socket outlet (or appliance connector from the rear of the unit) possible. Where the mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable. Only use the mains cord supplied with this unit.

Please ensure there is ample ventilation (at least 10cm clearance all round). Do not put any objects on top of this unit. Do not situate it on a rug or other soft surface and do not obstruct any air inlets or outlet grilles. Do not cover the ventilation grilles with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.

This unit must not be used near water or exposed to dripping or splashing water or other liquids. No objects filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on the unit.

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

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

The symbol on this product indicates that it is of CLASS II (double insulated) construction.

WEEE symbol

The crossed-out wheeled bin is the European Union symbol for indicating separate collection for electrical and electronic equipment. This product contains electrical and electronic equipment which should be reused,

waste. Please return the unit or contact the authorised dealer from whom you purchased this product for more information.

recycled or recovered and should not be disposed of with unsorted regular

CE mark

This product complies with European Low Voltage (2006/95/EC),

friendly design of Energy-related Products (2009/125/EC) Directives when used and installed according to this instruction manual. For continued compliance only Cambridge Audio accessories should be used with this product and servicing must be referred to qualified service personnel.

Electromagnetic Compatibility (2004/108/EC) and Environmentally-

AR30 DR30+

C-Tick mark

This product meets the Australian Communications Authority’s Radio communications and EMC requirements.

Ross Test Stamp

This product meets Russian electronic safety approvals.

FCC regulations

NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

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

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 off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

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Important safety instructions (continued)

Ventilation

IMPORTANT

of each other. Do not place in an enclosed area such as a bookcase or in a cabinet without sufficient ventilation.

Ensure that small objects do not fall through any ventilation grille. If this happens, switch off immediately, disconnect from the mains supply and contact your dealer for advice.

- The unit will become hot when in use. Do not stack multiple units on top

Positioning

Choose the installation location carefully. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the unit. Also avoid locations subject to vibration and excessive dust, cold or moisture. The unit can be used in a moderate climate.

This unit must be installed on a sturdy, level surface. Do not place in a sealed area such as a bookcase or in a cabinet. Any space open at the back (such as a dedicated equipment rack) is fine however. Do not place the unit on an unstable surface or shelf. The unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult as well as serious damage to the product. Do not place other equipment on top of the unit.

Due to stray magnetic fields turntables or CRT TVs should not be located nearby due to possible interference.

Electronic audio components have a running in period of around a week (if used several hours per day). This will allow the new components to settle down, the sonic properties will improve over this time.

Power sources

The unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power-supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.

This unit has been designed to be lef t in standby mode when not in use as this will increase the life of the unit (this is true with all electronic equipment). To turn the unit off, switch off at the rear panel. If you do not intend to use this unit for a long period of time, unplug it from the mains socket.

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire hazard.

Be sure to insert each power cord securely. To prevent hum and noise, do not bundle the interconnect leads with the power cord or speaker leads.

Cleaning

To clean the unit, wipe its case with a dry, lint-free cloth. Do not use any cleaning fluids containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives. Do not spray an aerosol at or near the unit.

Battery disposal

Batteries may contain substances harmful to the environment. Please dispose of any discharged batteries with due consideration and in accordance with local environmental/electronic recycling guidelines.

Loudspeakers

Before making any connections to loudspeakers, make sure all power is turned off and only use suitable interconnects.

Servicing

These units are not user serviceable, never attempt to repair, disassemble or reconstruct the unit if there seems to be a problem. A serious electric shock could result if this precautionary measure is ignored. In the event of a problem or failure, please contact your dealer.

AR30 DR30+

Limited warranty

Cambridge Audio warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship (subject to the terms set forth below). Cambridge Audio will repair or replace (at Cambridge Audio's option) this product or any defective parts in this product. Warranty periods may vary from country to country. If in doubt consult your dealer and ensure that you retain proof of purchase.

To obtain warranty service, please contact the Cambridge Audio authorised dealer from which you purchased this product. If your dealer is not equipped to perform the repair of your Cambridge Audio product, it can be returned by your dealer to Cambridge Audio or an authorised Cambridge Audio service agent. You will need to ship this product in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection.

Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice, which is evidence that this product is within the warranty period, must be presented to obtain warranty service.

This Warranty is invalid if (a) the factory-applied serial number has been altered or removed from this product or (b) this product was not purchased from a Cambridge Audio authorised dealer. You may call Cambridge Audio or your local country Cambridge Audio distributor to confirm that you have an unaltered serial number and/or you purchased from a Cambridge Audio authorised dealer.

This Warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or modification of, or to any part of, the product. This Warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation, maintenance or installation, or attempted repair by anyone other than Cambridge Audio or a Cambridge Audio dealer, or authorised service agent which is authorised to do Cambridge Audio warranty work. Any unauthorised repairs will void this Warranty. This Warranty does not cover products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS.

REPAIRS OR REPLACEMENTS AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. CAMBRIDGE AUDIO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY IN THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PRACTICAL PURPOSE.

Some countries and US states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or implied warranties so the above exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other statutory rights, which vary from state to state or country to country.

For any service, in or out of warranty, please contact your dealer.

Plug Fitting Instructions (UK only)

The cord supplied with this appliance is factory fitted with a UK mains plug fitted with a 5 amp fuse inside. If it is necessary to change the fuse, it is important that a 5 amp one is used. If the plug needs to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or becomes damaged, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted following the wiring instructions below. The plug must then be disposed of safely, as insertion into a mains socket is likely to cause an electrical hazard. Should it be necessary to fit a 3-pin BS mains plug to the power cord the wires should be fitted as shown in this diagram. The colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug. Connect them as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter ‘N’ or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter ‘L’ or coloured RED.

The wire which is coloured GREEN/YELLOW must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter ‘E’ or coloured GREEN.

If a standard 13 amp (BS 1363) plug is used, a 5 amp fuse must be fitted, or if any other type of plug is used a 5 amp fuse must be fitted, either in the plug or adaptor, or on the distribution board.

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Designed and engineered in London, England

Sonata DR30+

Stereo Receiver

CD DVD Aux

Out

Rec OutSub Audio In

DD30 Dock

CD DVD AUX

Trigger Out

On Off

Loudspeaker Terminals

Right Left

Power AC

Power

DAB/FM Aerial Input 50/75Ω F-Type

FM 75ΩAM Loop 300Ω

CD DVD AUX

Tuner

Trigger Out

DD30 Dock

On Off

Loudspeaker Terminals

Right Left

Power AC

Power

Designed and engineered in London, England

Sonata AR30 V2

Stereo Receiver

CD DVD Aux

Out

Rec OutSub Audio In

Rear panel connections

Sonata AR30Sonata DR30+

* US version only

3 6 7 8 9 10

6 7 8 9 105

AR30 DR30+

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Power On/Off

Switches the unit on or off.

AC power socket

Once you have completed all connections to the amplifier, plug the AC power cable into an appropriate mains socket and turn the unit on. Your unit is now ready for use.

Loudspeaker terminals

Connect to loudspeakers with an impedance of 8ohms. For best audio performance we recommend using speakers from Cambridge Audio’s

Sirocco range which have been designed in conjunction with the Sonata series. Please consult your dealer for details.

AM/FM antenna

Tuner aerial connections for picking up radio signals. Refer to 'Connections' section of this manual. For permanent use, outdoor AM/FM aerials are highly recommended.

SIRIUS socket (US version only)

SIRIUS satellite radio adaptor connection (requires subscription and a suitable module). Consult your dealer for more information.

DD30 dock connector

Connection for the supplied DD30 iPod dock. The docking station has a proprietary connector and will only work with the Cambridge DD30 docking station supplied.

iPod compatibility

The DD30 docking station for iPod is able to communicate with and control the following iPod models:

iPod nano (1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th generation) iPod (4th generation, photo and 5th generation) iPod classic iPod touch (1st and 2nd generation)

Trigger Out

Sonata AR30/DR30+ produces trigger outputs that can be used to control the On/Standby status of other connected Cambridge Audio Sonata range source components (such as the CD30 CD player and DV30 DVD player) if desired. See 'Connections' section.

Sub In/Out

Connect Sub Out to the input of an active subwoofer. If your subwoofer has 2 inputs (i.e. left and right), then connect this terminal to the left input terminal (usually coloured white). The Sub In socket is for use with a Sonata DV30 DVD player.

Rec Out

Connect to the recording input of a tape deck, a portable music player, CD recorder input etc.

Audio Inputs

These inputs are suitable for any 'line level' source equipment such as the audio outputs of Sonata DV30 DVD player, Sonata CD30 CD player, satellite/cable receiver etc.

DAB/FM Aerial input

The Sonata DR30+ has an F-type screw connection aerial for both FM and DAB signals (a temporary aerial is supplied). Extend the aerial lead and move around until you get the best reception. For permanent use, outdoor DAB and FM aerials are highly recommended.

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