Krell KAV-280-CD Owners manual

KAV–280cd
Front Loading
Compact Disc Player
Instructions for Use
Owner ’s Reference
THE LEADER IN AUDIO ENGINEERING
This product complies with the EMC directive (89/336/EEC) and the low-voltage directive (73/23/EEC).
Do not place the compact disc player where it could be exposed to dripping or splashing.
Do not remove or bypass the ground pin on the end of the AC cord. This may cause radio frequency interference (RFI) to be introduced into your playback system.
The ventilation grids on the top and bottom of the KAV–280cd must be unobstructed at all times during operation. Do not place flammable material on top of or beneath the component.
Turn off all systems’ power before connecting the KAV–280cd to any component. Make sure all cable terminations are of the highest quality, free from frayed ends, short circuits, or cold solder joints.
THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE ANY KRELL PRODUCT. Please contact your authorized dealer, distributor, or Krell if you have any questions
not addressed in this reference manual.
This product is manufactured in the United States of America. Krell®is a registered trademark of Krell Industries, Inc., and is restricted for use by Krell Industries, Inc., its subsidiaries, and authorized agents. Krell Current Mode™ is a trademark of Krell Industries, Inc. TosLink
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© 2001 by Krell Industries, Inc. All rights reserved P/N 305220
KA V–280cd Front Loading Compact Disc Player Instructions for Use
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CONT ACT INFORMA TION
WARNINGS
Contents
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INTRODUCTION 1
Read This First 1 DEFINITION OF TERMS 2 UNP ACKING 3 PLACEMENT 4
AC Power Guidelines 4 FRONT P ANELDESCRIPTION 6 BACK PANEL DESCRIPTION 9 REMOTE CONTROL DESCRIPTION 12
Battery Installation and Removal 12
Remote Control Functions 12 CONNECTING THE KAV–280cd TO YOUR SYSTEM 14
Connection Steps 14 OPERATING YOUR KAV–280cd 15
Power On 15
How to Play a Compact Disc 15 HOW TO PROGRAM A TRACK SEQUENCE 16
How to Change a Programmed Track Sequence 16
How to Clear a Programmed Track Sequence 17 WARRANTY 18 RETURN AUTHORIZA TION PROCEDURE 19 SPECIFICATIONS Back cover
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Illustrations
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FIGURE 1 The KAV–280cd Front Panel 5 FIGURE 2 The KAV–280cd Back Panel 8 FIGURE 3 The KAV–280cd Remote Control 11
Thank you for your purchase of the Krell KAV–280cd Front Loading Compact Disc Player. The KAV–280cd features a precision disc transport mechanism and high performance analog circuitry that pro­vide Krell sound quality at an exceptional value.
The KAV–280cd output circuitry features four digital-to-analog con­verters providing fully balanced operation from DACs to output. The DSP digital filter provides 8x oversampling. Krell Class A direct coupled circuitry means that the KAV–280cd delivers the most accurate music signal into your system. The wireless infrared remote control as well as the remote control connection options on the back panel allow you to integrate the KAV–280cd into whole house systems.
This owner’s reference manual contains important information on placement, installation, and operation of the KAV–280cd. Please read this information carefully. A thorough understanding of these details will help ensure satisfactory operation and long life for your KAV–280cd and related system components.
Introduction
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READ THIS FIRST
Do not press the power button or power key until initialization is com­plete.
When you plug the AC power cord into the wall socket, the red stand-by LED illuminates. After a 30-second delay, the init LED (12) illuminates, indicating that the initializing is complete. You can now switch to the operational mode.
Off
When the AC power cord is unplugged from the AC power source, the component is off.
Stand-by Mode
When the KAV–280cd is connected to AC power, the red stand-by LED illuminates. This indicates that the component is in stand-by mode, a low power consumption status that keeps the audio and reg­ulator circuits at idle. Krell recommends leaving the component in the stand-by mode when it is not playing music.
Operational Mode
When the power button on the front panel or pwr key on the remote control is pressed and the blue power LED illuminates, the compo­nent is in the operational mode and ready to play music.
Krell Current Mode
Aproprietary Krell circuit topology in which the audio gain stages of a component operate in the current rather than the voltage domain. This unique technology provides the component with exceptional speed and a wide bandwidth.
Definition of Terms
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OPERA TION
TECHNOLOGY
Following are the definitions of key terms used in your owner’s refer­ence manual.
Balanced
Asymmetrical input or output circuit that has equal impedance from both input terminals to a common ground reference point. The indus­try standard for professional and sound recording installations, bal­anced connections have 6 dB more gain than single-ended connec­tions and allow the use of long interconnect cables. Balanced con­nections are completely immune to induced noise from the system or the environment.
Single-ended
Atwo-wire input or output circuit. Use care when using single-ended connections as the ground connection is made last and broken first. Turn the system off prior to making or breaking single-ended connec­tions. Single-ended connections are not recommended for connec­tions requiring long cable runs.
INPUT AND OUTPUT CONNECTIONS
Unpacking
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Follow these steps to safely unpack your compact disc player:
1. Open the shipping box and remove the top layer of foam. You
see these items:
1KAV–280cd
1 IEC connector (AC power) cord
1 12 VDC (12 V trigger) cable
1KAV–280cd remote control
1 CR2025 lithium battery
1 packet containing the owner’s reference manual
and the warranty registration card
2. Grasp the underside of the foam end-caps that encase the
compact disc player and lift it straight out of the shipping box.
3. Place the compact disc player in a safe location and remove the
protective plastic wrapping.
Notes
If any of these items are not included in the shipping box, please contact your authorized Krell dealer, distributor, or Krell for assistance.
Save all packing materials. If you ship your compact disc player in the future, repack the unit in its original packaging to prevent transit damage. See Return Authorization Procedure, on page 19, for more information.
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Before you install the KAV–280cd into your system, review the following guidelines to choose the location for the KAV–280cd. This will facilitate a clean, trouble-free installation. The KAV–280cd does not require any type of special rack or cabinet for installation. For the dimensions of the KAV–280cd, see Specifications, on the back cover.
Place the KAV–280cd on a firm, level surface, away from excessive heat, humidity, or moisture. The KAV–280cd requires at least two inches (5 cm) of clearance on each side and at least two inches (5 cm) of clearance above and below the component to provide ade­quate ventilation. Installations inside cabinetry may need extra venti­lation.
Do not place the KAV–280cd near hum sensitive components such as preamplifier phono stages or turntables. Although the KAV–280cd is well shielded, placing it near these components could create inter­ference and cause hum.
The KAV–280cd has superb regulation and does not require a dedi­cated AC circuit. Avoid connections through extension cords or multi­ple AC adapters. High quality 15 amp grounded AC strips are accept­able. High quality AC line conditioners or filters may be used if they are grounded and meet or exceed the unit’s power supply rating of 100 VA.
Placement
The KAV–280cd incorporates an advanced suspension system and does not require additional mass coupling or isolation. You may experiment with feet or cones as long as they are not permanently affixed to the unit. Any unauthorized modifications to the unit or electronics will void the warranty.
Do not attach enhancement accessories such as rings, mats, or dampers to individual compact discs. These accessories may interfere with the compact disc transport, resulting in erratic playback and/or poor sound.
Note
IMPORTANT
AC Power Guidelines
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