Classe Audio CRCD Owners manual

Classé Audio

CRCD

OWNERS MANUAL

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Important safety information

Explanation of symbols used in this manual and on the product:

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltages within the enclosure of sufficient
magnitude to cause electric shock.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important maintenance and servicing information in the instruction
and service manuals.

CAUTION

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE THE
COVER.

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT OPEN.

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE. NE PAS OUVRIR.

CAUTION: REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING.

ATTENTION: UTILISER UN FUSIBLE DE RECHANGE DE MÊME TYPE.

DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE.

ATTENTION: DEBRANCHER AVANT DE REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

MAINS PLUGS

This appliance is supplied with a non-rewireable mains plug for the
intended country.

Replacement mains leads can be obtained from your Classé retailer.
Should you need to change the plug please dispose of it carefully.

A plug with bared conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket.
The Brown wire must be connected to the Live (Line) supply pin.

The Blue wire must be connected to the Neutral supply pin.
The Green/Yellow wire must be connected to the Earth (Ground) supply
pin.

Please contact your retailer or a competent electrician if you are in any
doubt.

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read instructions. Read the safety and operating instructions before operating the
appliance.

2. Retain instructions. Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.

3. Heed warnings. Observe all warnings on the appliance and in the operating
instructions.

4. Follow instructions. Follow all operating and use instructions.

5. Water and moisture. Do not use the appliance near water, for example near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and
the like.

6. Carts and stands. Use only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the
manufacturer.

6a. An appliance and cart combination should be used with care. Quick stops, excessive

force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

7. Wall or ceiling mounting. Mount to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.

8. Ventilation. Site the appliance so that its location or position does not interfer e with its
proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa,
rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings, or placed in a built-in
installation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the
ventilation openings.

9. Heat. Site the appliance away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves, or
other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

10. Power sources. Connect the appliance to a power supply only of the type described in
the operating instructions or marked on the appliance.

11. Grounding or polarisation. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised or
grounding type plug. A polarised 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. When the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

12. Power cord protection. Route power cords so that they are not likely to be walked on
or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords
at plugs, power sockets, and at the point where they exit from the appliance.

13. Protective attachment plug. As a safety feature the product is equipped with an
attachment plug containing overload protection. See the instruction manual about
resetting or replacing the plug. Should the plug need replacing ensur e that a
replacement is used which has the same overload protection as the original.

14. Cleaning. The product should be cleaned only as r ecommended by the manufactur er.

15. Power lines. An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.

16. Outdoor antenna grounding. If an outdoor antenna is connected to the tuner/r eceiver
ensure that the antenna system is grounded to provide some protection against
voltage surges and static build up.

In the USA see article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 concerning
installation requirements.

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

18. Objects and liquid entry. Take care not to let objects or liquids fall into the product.

19. Damage requiring service. The product should be serviced by qualified personnel if:
a) The power cord or plug has been damaged.
b) Objects or liquid have fallen into the product.
c) The product has been exposed to rain.
d) The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in

operation.

e) The product has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.

20. Servicing. Don’t attempt to service the product beyond that described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

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UK USERS PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Fuse replacement

This appliance is fitted with a non-rewireable 13 Amp mains plug. The plug
contains a 5 Amp fuse. If the fuse has blown it can be replaced as follows:

a)Pull out the red fuse cover/carrier.
b)Remove and dispose of the blown fuse.
c)Fit a new 5 Amp BS1362 approved fuse into the carrier and push the

carrier back into the plug.

Always ensure the fuse cover is fitted. If the fuse cover is missing do not use
the plug. Contact your Classé retailer to obtain a replacement fuse cover.

Fuses are for fire protection and do not protect against electric shock.

Mains plug replacement

Should your mains plug need replacing and you are competent to do this
proceed as follows. If you are in doubt contact your Classé retailer or a
competent electrician.

a) Disconnect the plug from the mains supply.
b) Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely. A plug with bared conductors is

dangerous if engaged in a live socket.
c) Only fit a 13 Amp BS1363A approved plug with a 5 Amp fuse.
d) The cable wire colours or a letter will be marked at the connection points

of most quality plugs.

Attach the wires securely to their respective points. The Brown wire must

go to the Live pin, the Blue wire must go to the Neutral pin, and the

Green/Yellow wire must go to the Earth pin.
e) Before replacing the plug top ensure that the cable restraint is holding

the outer sheath of the cable firmly and that the wires are correctly

connected.

WARNING

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED.

Replacing the fuse

Should the mains fuse blow replace it only with an equivalent part. The fuse
holder is located just below the mains inlet socket. To replace the fuse
disconnect the product from the mains supply. Using a flat blade
screwdriver remove and replace the fuse. If the fuse blows a second time
there is a fault in the product. Contact your local retailer.

Fuse ratings. See specifications section.
Mains voltage operating range. See specifications section.

Warning!! The power supply may be destroyed if a unit
designed for 115V is connected to 230V.

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CE Declaration of Conformity

Classé Audio Inc. declares that this product is in conformance with the Low
Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/
EEC as amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC.

The conformity of the designated product with the provisions of Directive
number 73/23/EEC (LVD) is proved by full compliance with the following
standards:

Standard number Date of issue Test type

EN60065 1993 General requirements

Marking
Ionizing
Heating under normal conditions
Shock hazards under normal
operating conditions
Insulation requirements
Fault conditions
Mechanical strength
Parts connected to the mains supply
Components
Terminal devices
External flexible cords
Electrical connections and
mechanical fixings

The conformity of the designated product with the provisions of Directive
number 89/336/EEC (EMC) is proved by full compliance with the following
standards:

Standard number Date of issue Test type

EN55013 1994 Conducted emissions
EN55013 1994 Absorbed emissions
EN60555-2 1987 Harmonics
EN60555-3 1987 Voltage fluctuations
EN55020 1994 Immunity

FCC notice

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 off 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.
– 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.

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Contents

Introduction ........................................ 1

About the CRCD ........................................ 2

Setting up the CRCD ........................................ 4

Unpacking ........................................ 4

Positioning ........................................ 6

Connecting ........................................ 7

Using the CRCD ........................................ 9

Using the front panel ........................................ 9

Using the handset ........................................ 10

Switching on and off ........................................ 11

Display information ........................................ 12

CD Functions ........................................ 13

Playing a disc ........................................ 13

Skip and search ........................................ 14

Direct track number selection ........................................ 15

Repeat play ........................................ 16

Programming ........................................ 17

Advanced CD functions ........................................ 19

Tuner Functions ........................................ 21

Manual tuning ........................................ 22

Search/Scan ........................................ 22

Presets ........................................ 23

Advanced Tuner functions ........................................ 24

Amplifier Functions ........................................ 25

Record function ........................................ 27

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Contents, continued

Clock/Alarm/Timer Functions ........................................ 28

Setting the clock ........................................ 28

Setting the alarm ........................................ 29

Setting the timer ........................................ 30

User Options ........................................ 31

Maintenance ........................................ 34

Technical support ........................................ 35

Technical Information ........................................ 36

Specifications ........................................ 36

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Copyright and acknowledgements

Copyright © Classé Audio Inc.

Classé Audio Inc, 5070 François-Cusson, Lachine, Quebec,
Canada, H8T 1B3.

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any
means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or
otherwise, without the prior written consent of the publisher.

Printed in Canada.

CRCD is a trademark of Classé Audio Inc.

Classé Part Number: PACK 431

The information in this manual is furnished for informational use
only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be
construed as a commitment by Classé Audio Inc. Classé Audio
Products Limited assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors
or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.

1

Introduction

First of all, thank you for buying this product.

The CRCD independent CD/Tuner/Control/Power Amplifier was
designed for high sound quality in a compact, versatile and easy to
use package. Our original CRCD combined a CD player with a
Control and Power amplifier and with recent technology
developments, and some ingenuity, we have now also integrated a
versatile, great sounding AM/FM tuner.

2

The CRCD integrates the source, control and playback power
amplification components of a hi-fi separates system in one unit.
You need only connect a pair of loudspeakers with the cables
provided to produce a powerful and truly musical performance to
the unique standard of pitch accuracy that you expect from Classé.

Four microprocessors control the internal operation of the CRCD
for a unique range of features from such a compact product.

The CD engine uses the latest CD pickup and decoding technology
to deliver outstanding audio performance, and a synthesized, low
noise tuner module gives precision AM/FM radio reception.

The preamplifier has three external line level inputs and a record
output for connection to other sources like a TV or tape deck, and
a preamplifier output for connection to other power amplifiers.

The playback section has a high powered amplifier (75W into 4
Ohms) with two sets of speaker sockets for easy connection to two
pairs of speakers, or for bi-wiring a single pair.

And also…

Clock/Alarm/Timer functions, so you can use it in the same way you
would a standard alarm clock.

A switched mains output, to power another source component, a
lamp or even switch on your coffeemaker ready for you waking up
in the morning.

3

Subtle bass and treble controls which can be used to enhance
sound when using small loudspeakers or if the CRCD is being
used in a small room.

Tape monitor facility taking advantage of high quality ‘three head’
tape recorders.

Configurable user options which will allow you to tailor the
operation of the CRCD to your specific needs.

We hope that this compact and independent product will delight
you with its high standard of music reproduction, letting you enjoy
music in places previously impossible.

4

Setting up the
CRCD

This chapter explains how to unpack your CRCD, and how to set it
up with your other hi-fi components.

Unpacking

The CRCD is supplied complete with the following accessories:

• A remote control handset

•AC power cord

•4 x AAA batteries

•This manual

We recommend you retain the packaging in case you need to
transport the CRCD at a later date.

WARNING: Do not connect the mains supply until you have
verified that the CRCD is the correct voltage rating for your
mains supply.

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Voltage:The CRCD is factory set for voltages specific to the
mains supply in the country it will be used in.

· 230V for countries with mains supplies between 207V-253V.

· 115V for countries with mains supplies between 103V-126V.

· 100V for countries with mains supplies between 90V-110V.

Replacing the fuses

Before replacing the fuse identify the correct fuse for your local
voltage:

• 100V: T6.3A

• 115V: T6.3A

• 230V: T3.15A

The fuse compartment is on the mains inlet module.

Disconnect the mains supply by removing the IEC mains cable from
the mains inlet module. Using a flat blade screwdriver remove and
replace the fuse. If the fuse blows a second time there is a fault in
the product. Contact your local retailer.

Grounding.

This product must be grounded, Use the three wire moulded mains
lead supplied. Never use an ungrounded plug or adaptor.

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Positioning the CRCD

You can position your CRCD almost anywhere you find
convenient, but the following considerations may be useful.

The CRCD can be placed on top of other products, provided
you allow plenty of air circulation around components that
generate heat, such as power amplifiers.

Locating the CRCD for use with the handset

The Classé infra-red remote control system is exceptionally sensitive,
and you should be able to operate your CRCD with the handset
from almost anywhere in a room. For best results the
infra-red sensor on the front panel should be kept out of direct
sunlight, and it should not be obscured.
Note that certain types of halogen lamps, and low-energy or
fluorescent bulbs, can also interfere with use of the handset if they
are near to the CRCD.