Musical Fidelity A-5.5 CD-Player Owners manual

A5.5 CD

A5.5 SERIES COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH VALVE OUTPUT STAGE

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Thank you for purchasing the Musical Fidelity A5.5 CD player

This model uses a professional quality drawer loading CD transport, ultra low jitter 24 Bit DAC technology

and further jitter reduction techniques to achieve both an excellent technical specification and unparalleled
CD sound quality. This is complemented by an ECC88 valve buffer stage to give a high quality valve audio

output.

The A5.5 is a perfect answer to CD requirements in a beautifully engineered package.

Used properly and carefully, it should give many years of outstanding musical reproduction.

Dust regularly with a soft duster or soft brush, but be careful when using cleaning or polishing agents - they

may harm the surface finish.

If you have any questions about your audio system,

Please consult your dealer who is there to help and advise.

A5.5 CD

CONTENTS

PAGE

3, 4 Safety information

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Laser product labelling

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Laser type

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Radio-frequency interference

5 General advice

- - Installation precautions
User information

6 Item disposal information

7 Installation

8 Facilities and connections

- EU disposal information

Introduction

­Notes on using compact discs

­Installation

­Audio connections

­Power connections

­Switching on

­Cleaning

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- Illustrations - front and rear panels

9 Remote control

- Operation and illustration

10 CD basic operation

- Loading, playback, and track selection

11, 12 CD special features

- Repeat, shuffle, scan, programming

13 CD problems?

- Basic CD player fault finding

14 CD specifications

15 Manual history

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SAFETY INFORMATION

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

The A5.5 is a CD player which has been designed and manufactured according to FDA regulations "title 21, CFR,
chapter 1, sub-chapter J, based on the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968", and is classified as a Class
1 laser product. There is no hazardous radiation during normal use because invisible radiation emitted inside this
product is completely confined within the protective housing. However you must observe the following important
warnings:

CAUTION!

THIS CD PLAYER USES INVISIBLE LASER LIGHT. WHEN THE PLAYER OPERATES, LASER LIGHT
IS RADIATED INTERNALLY. DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE HOUSINGS.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE CAUSING EYE
INJURY.

IF THIS PRODUCT DEVELOPS A FAULT, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR AUTHORISED MUSICAL
FIDELITY SERVICE AGENT. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE IT YOUR-SELF AND DO NOT
CONTINUE TO USE THIS PRODUCT IN A FAULTY STATE.

CAUTION!
CLASS 1
LASER
PRODUCT

INTERNAL LASER WARNING LABELS

CAUTION - INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
VORSICH! - UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG TRITT AUS,
WENN DECKEL GEÖFFNET UND WENN
SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG ÖBERBRÖCT IST.
NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN!
VARNING - OSYNLIG LASERSTRALNING NÄR DENNA DEL
AR ÖPPNAD OCH SPÄRR ÄR URKOPPLAD.
STRALEN AL FARLIG.
ADVARSEL - USYNLIG LASERSTRAKING VED ABNING, NAR
SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDEREER UDE AF FUNCTION UNDGA
UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRALING.
VAROITUSI - SUOJAKOTELOA EI SAA AVATA LAITE SISÄLTÄÄ
LASERDIODIN, JOKA LAHETTÄÄ (NAKYMATONTA)
SILMILLE VAARALLISTA LASERSATEILYA.

REAR PANEL

THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR, CHAPTER 1,
SUBCHAPTER J, PART 1040 AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE.
THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO TWO CONDITIONS:

1. THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND

2. THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED,
INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED
OPERATION.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

LASER INFORMATION:

Manufacturer : Sharp

Optical pick-up :

Pick-up type : GH6C005B
Wavelength : 780nm

RADIO - FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (RFI)

This equipment uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and operated in accordance with the
instructions, may cause interference to radio communications.

However, it is designed to radiate minimal levels of RFI, and accordingly been testing to North American standards
(FCC regulations - limits for a class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the rules). These requirements are intended
to provide reasonable protection against excessive interference in a residential installation.

Conversely, the product has also been checked to ensure that its own operation is not adversely affected by normal
background levels of RFI received externally.

However, if interference is experienced, for instance to radio or TV broadcasts, the user is recommended to try one or
more of the following measures:

• Identify the source of interference by turning off power to the CD player or other equipment individually, and
checking whether the problem disappears.

• Re-orientate or relocate the receiving aerial.

• Move the CD player away from the receiver.

• Connect the CD player to a mains outlet on a different circuit from the receiver.

• Consult a dealer or experienced TV/radio technician for help.

If a problem persists, please contact Musical Fidelity's service department.

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INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS and USER INFORMATION

GENERAL ADVICE

Your new A5.5 is designed and built to provide trouble-free performance, but as with all electronic devices it is
necessary to observe a few precautions:

Heed all warnings shown on the back of the product.

Only connect the A5.5 to a mains outlet having the same voltage as marked at the back of the unit.

Always ensure that when disconnecting and reconnecting your audio equipment the mains supply is switched
off.

Position the mains lead and signal interconnects where they are not likely to be walked on or trapped by items
placed on them.

Do not use near water, or place water-filled containers on the A5.5, for example, a flower vase or potted plants.

If water does spill inside, immediately pull out the mains plug from the wall socket and inform your
dealer, who should then check the unit before further use. Entry of liquid into the A5.5 is dangerous,
and may cause electric shock or fire hazard.

Do not place the unit near direct heat sources such as radiators, direct sunlight or other equipment.

Do not remove any covers or try to gain access to the inside. There are no internal adjustments or fuses you
can replace yourself. Refer all service work to an authorised Musical Fidelity agent.

Note: Unauthorised opening of the equipment will invalidate any warranty claim.

Dust regularly with a soft cloth or soft brush but be careful when using cleaning or polishing agents - they may
harm the surface finish.

The electronics in modern hi-fi equipment is complex and may, therefore, be adversely affected or damaged by
lightning. For protection of your audio system during electrical storms, remove the mains plugs and disconnect any
aerial lead.

If after-sales service is required, to help your dealer identify the A5.5 please quote the serial number located on the rear
panel of the unit.

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