Emotiva CD-100 User Manual

Important Safety Precautions and Explanation of Symbols

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important installation, operation, and service instructions in this manual.

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The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated dangerous voltages within the enclosure that may be of sucient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electrical shock to the user.

Please read this manual thoroughly before attempting to install, congure, or operate the BasX CD-100.
After successful installation and conguration of the BasX CD-100, be sure to retain this manual in a safe
place for future reference.

Safety is a key component to a long lasting and trouble free installation. Please read and follow all
instructions and heed all warnings on the BasX CD-100 and in this manual. The vast majority of the
subsequent safety precautions are common sense. If you are not comfortable with the installation of audio/
video entertainment equipment, you should seek the services of a qualied installation professional or call
us for help.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE BASX CD100 NEAR
WATER OR IN WET LOCATIONS, DO NOT EXPOSE IT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE, DO NOT EXPOSE IT TO

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DRIPPING OR SPLASHING FROM OTHER SOURCES, AND ENSURE THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH
LIQUIDS SUCH AS VASES ARE PLACED ON IT. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE UNIT AND
THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, WHICH MAY RESULT IN BODILY INJURY OR DEATH.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER FROM THE
BASX CD100. THERE ARE NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THE UNIT. REFER ALL SERVICE TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Do not install the BasX CD-100 near or above any heat sources such as radiators, heating vents, or other
apparatus that produce heat. Do not block any ventilation openings or heat sinks. Avoid installing the
unit directly above other heat-producing equipment unless sucient ventilation or forced-air cooling is
provided.

Do not install the BasX CD-100 in locations without proper ventilation. The BasX CD-100 should not be
operated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block vents. The unit should not be installed in
an enclosed location such as a bookcase, cabinet, or closed equipment rack unless sucient forced-air
ventilation is provided.

Always install your BasX CD-100 according to the manufacturer’s instructions and only use attachments or
accessories specied by the manufacturer.

Do not install the BasX CD-100 on any stand, shelf, or other piece of furniture that is unable to support its
weight. If a cart is used to move the unit, use caution to avoid injury from tip-over.

Connect the BasX CD-100 only to power sources of the correct voltage (as shown in this manual and on the
BasX CD-100 unit).

Protect power supply cables from being pinched, walked on, or otherwise damaged. Be especially careful
where the power cable enters the power outlet and the unit.

Only connect the BasX CD-100 to an electrical outlet or extension cord of appropriate type and rating.

DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of a grounding or polarized plug by removing ground pins or using
unsafe adapters. A polarized plug has two blades - one wider than the other. A grounding plug has a
third ground prong in addition to the two main conductors. The wide blade or third groundling prong is
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t your outlet, consult an electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. If you replace the power cord, only use one of similar type and equal or greater current
rating.

The power cable for the BasX CD-100 should be unplugged from the outlet during severe electrical storms, or
when unused for a long period of time.

Only replace the fuse(s) in the BasX CD-100 with fuse(s) of proper value and voltage rating.

The BASX CD-100 should only be cleaned as directed in the manual. Avoid spraying liquids directly onto the unit

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and NEVER spray liquids into the vents. Care should be taken so that small objects do not fall into the inside of the
unit.

You should seek service for your BASX CD-100 by qualied service personnel if any of the following occur:

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1. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.

2. Objects or liquid have fallen or spilled into the vents.

3. The unit has been exposed to rain.

4. The unit exhibits a marked change in performance.

5. The unit has been dropped, or its enclosure or chassis is damaged.

NOTE: TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THE BASX CD-100 FROM THE AC POWER MAINS, DISCONNECT THE AC
POWER CORD FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE.

NOTE: THE POWER CORD ON THE BASX CD-100 MUST REMAIN READILY ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.

CAUTION

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK

OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO

NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

BASX CD-100 Precision CD Transport

BasX CD-100 Precision CD Transport

Contents

Important Safety Precautions and Explanation of Symbols

BasX CD-100 Precision CD Transport .......................................................................1

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

About This Manual .......................................................................................................... 4

Features ..............................................................................................................................5

Unpacking ..........................................................................................................................6

Supported Formats .........................................................................................................7

Connections ......................................................................................................................8

BasX CD-100 Front Panel .............................................................................................. 9

BasX CD-100 Rear Panel ............................................................................................. 11

BasX CD-100 Remote Control .................................................................................. 13

Care and Maintenance ............................................................................................... 16

Specications ................................................................................................................. 17

Emotiva Audio Corporation Three-Year Limited Warranty ............................ 18

Accessories ..................................................................................................................... 21

Notes ................................................................................................................................. 22

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BASX CD-100 Precision CD Transport

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BASX CD-100 Precision CD Transport

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing our new Emotiva BasX CD-100 Precision CD Player and Transport.

The BasX CD-100 combines a precision digital CD transport and a superb quality DAC
(digital-to-analog converter) in one convenient and attractive package. The advanced
engineering, quality construction, and powerful laser engine in the CD-100 ensure true
audiophile performance; whether you use the CD-100 as a transport or as a complete audio
source component.

On the outside, the solid aluminum face plate and steel chassis on the CD-100 combine elegant
good looks and rugged reliability. The precision tray-loading disc mechanism handles your discs
gently and carefully, and the CD-100 can be operated by either the full function remote control or
the front panel transport buttons.

Inside, careful layout and extra shielding provide even more protection against interference,
vibration, and jitter. A well ltered multi-stage supply powers the digital circuitry and analog
circuitry and the new upgraded DAC, allowing the CD-100 to deliver truly phenomenal audio
quality.

Whether you use the BasX CD-100 as a precision bit-perfect digital CD transport, or connect the
analog output of its advanced DAC to your preamp, we’re certain the CD-100 will elevate your CD
listening experience to the next level.

The Emotiva Team.

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BASX CD-100 Precision CD Transport

About This Manual

This manual will provide you with the information you need to get started enjoying your
BasX CD-100 Precision CD Player and Transport.

We suggest that you read through the entire manual; we kept things as short and direct as
possible. Even if you’re an expert user, you will probably nd some interesting information and
useful suggestions.

You may wish to keep a copy of this manual with your records, and record serial numbers or other
purchase information on the Notes page at the back.

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BASX CD-100 Precision CD Transport

Features

The Emotiva BasX CD-100 Precision CD Player and Transport is a two-channel audio CD player
that combines rugged reliability, bit-perfect digital performance, and superb sound quality in a
single attractive and convenient source component. The precision CD transport in the CD-100,
with its standard built-in error correction, delivers bit-perfect digital data to the superb quality
internal DAC, which decodes it into a true audiophile quality analog signal. The same digital signal
is available at the electrical S/PDIF (Coax) and optical S/PDIF (Toslink) outputs if you prefer to use
your CD-100 as a precision digital transport for your external DAC or surround sound processor.

Features of the BasX CD-100 Precision CD Player & Transport

Here are just some of the features oered by the CD-100:

• Excellent technical performance and true audiophile sound quality.

• A dedicated CD player that plays all standard Red Book stereo audio CDs

(the CD-100 can also play MP3 CDs and the Red Book audio CD layer of Hybrid SACDs).

• Supports HDCD encoded discs.

• Cirrus Logic CS4398 Advanced Multi-Bit Delta-Sigma DAC.

• Multiple isolated and well ltered linear power supplies for analog and digital circuitry.

• Toslink optical S/PDIF and Coax electrical S/PDIF digital outputs.

• Reinforced steel chassis for rugged reliability and isolation from vibration.

• High-reliability tray loading mechanism handles discs consistently and reliably.

• Powerful laser mechanism reads even damaged discs that frustrate other players.

• High visibility blue alphanumeric VFD status display.

• Front panel transport controls with blue halo illumination.

• Full function remote control.

• Motorized CD loading tray.

• Universal line voltage operation.

• Trigger output.

You can nd more information about the BasX CD-100 on our website at www.emotiva.com.

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