Parasound CD 1 User Manual

CD 1

CD Player

OWNER’S GUIDE

Important Safety Instructions

The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
“dangerous voltage” inside the product that may constitute a risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

1. Read Instructions — Read all the safety and operating instructions before operating this product.

2. Retain Instructions — Retain safety and operating instructions for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings — Adhere to all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.

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

5. Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Clean the
outside of the product only.

6. Attachments — Do not use attachments that are not recommended by the product manufacturer; they may be
hazardous.

7. Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water.

8. Accessories — Do not place this product on an unstable cart or stand. The product may fall, causing bodily injury
and damage to the product. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart to overturn.

9. Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. This product should not be
placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided.

10. Power Sources — Operate this product only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure
of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. This product is equipped with a
three-prong grounding plug. This plug will only fit into a grounding power outlet. If you are unable to insert the plug into
the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.

11. Power Cord Protection — Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items placed upon or against them.

12. Lightning — Unplug the unit from the wall outlet for added protection during a lightning storm and when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line
surges.

13. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords. This can result in a fire or electric shock.

14. Inserting Objects into Unit — Never push objects of any kind into this product through any openings; they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock.

15. Servicing — Do not attempt to repair or service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage and other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

16. Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions: a) If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b) If liquid has been spilled into the product. c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d) If the product does not
operate normally by following the operating instructions. e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f) If
the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

17. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, and other hazards.

18. Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

19. Wall or Ceiling Mounting — Mount the product to a wall or ceiling only as recommended.

20. Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, and other
products that produce heat.

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Table of Contents

Introduction .................................................. 4

Placement and Ventilation Guidelines .............................. 5

Rack Mounting ................................................ 5

AC Mains Voltage ............................................. 6

Rear Panel Connections ........................................ 7

Playing a CD ................................................ 8

Remote Control Operation ...................................... 10

Setup Menu Options .......................................... 11

Problems and Remedies ....................................... 12

If You Require Assistance or Warranty Repair ...................... 13

Specifications ............................................... 14

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INTRODUCTION

Thank You for Choosing Parasound

Your new Parasound Halo CD 1 CD player is designed with advanced new technology and built to the
extremely strict quality and performance standards for which Parasound is renowned. We designed the
new Halo CD 1 to perform at a higher level of sonic performance than you ever imagined possible from
your CDs and we encourage you to read this entire manual to maximize your enjoyment.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

You should definitely read this owner’s manual before using the CD 1.

Operating the Halo CD 1 is nearly the same as a conventional CD player, however

there are a few differences you should know about before you first use it.

We wish you many years of listening enjoyment. - The Parasound Staff

Keeping Records for Future Reference

Record the serial number located on the back panel or bottom of your CD 1 in the space below. Also note

your Parasound Dealer’s name and telephone number. Your purchase receipt/bill of sale is required to

determine if your CD 1 is eligible for Parasound warranty service. We recommend that you make an extra
copy of your original purchase receipt/bill of sale and store it inside the CD 1’s carton.

Parasound CD 1 CD player Serial #: ______________ (5 digit number below the bar code)

Parasound Dealer: ___________________________________________________

Parasound Dealer Phone Number: ___________________

Date of Purchase: ______________________

Important Warranty information

Parasound Warranty information can be found at www.parasound.com/warranty.php#

There is no Parasound warranty for this CD 1 if you did not purchase it from an Authorized
Parasound Dealer and/or if you are not the original owner. We recommend that you investigate

warranty coverage statements made by an unauthorized dealer very carefully, as you will need to rely
entirely upon your dealer, and NOT upon Parasound.

Unauthorized dealers lack the capability to make repairs or arrange for repairs of Parasound equipment.
A list of Authorized Parasound Dealers and detailed warranty information is available at
www.parasound.com or you can call 415-397-7100 between 8:30 am and 4 pm Pacific time.
A missing or altered serial number could indicate that this unit was re-sold by an unauthorized dealer or is
stolen merchandise. If this unit is missing its serial number or the serial number has been altered, you
should return it to your dealer immediately for a full refund.

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Unpacking Your CD 1 & Placement Guidelines

Unpacking Your CD 1

Carefully remove your CD 1 from its shipping carton and locate the enclosed accessories:

• AC power cord

• Remote Control and two AAA batteries

While you are unpacking your CD 1, inspect it thoroughly for possible shipping damage and tell your
Parasound dealer immediately if you find any evidence of shipping damage.
This would be a good time to make a copy of your sales receipt to store with the CD 1’s original packing.

Note: Please save and store both the inner and outer cartons and, most especially, the foam packing
inserts to protect the CD 1 if you have to move it or ship it. You may wish to flatten the cardboard cartons
to save room in storage after cutting the taped seams on the bottom flaps.

Placement Guidelines

The CD 1 will be easier to use and will last longer if you follow these simple guidelines:

• Use output interconnects that are long enough to leave some slack. This will enable you to pull the CD
1 out of a cabinet to check or change your connections without inadvertently disconnecting them.

• The CD 1 should never be placed in a completely enclosed cabinet.

• Place your CD 1 where you can route input and output signal cables as far as possible from any of
your system’s AC cords.

• Where signal cables must cross AC cords it’s best if they cross at a 90° right angle.

Ventilation Requirements

• Always position the CD 1 horizontally.

• The CD 1 should never be stacked above a heat producing component such as a power amplifier.

• Do not install the CD 1 in an unventilated equipment cabinet or compartment. Pockets of stagnant hot

air can build up even in a cabinet whose front and back are open. A ventilation fan such as the
Parasound Zbreeze is highly recommended to prevent “hot spots” in confined spaces.

Rack Mounting Your Parasound CD 1

With its four feet removed, the CD 1’s front panel height occupies two rack spaces: 3.5" or 88.2 mm. (A

single standard rack space occupies 1.75"/44.1mm vertical space.) For mounting in a standard 19”

(482mm) equipment rack, you must use the Parasound HRA 2 rack mount kit (purchased separately).
The HRA 2 kit includes four bolts and eight plastic washers with raised “shoulders.”

Slide one washer onto each mounting bolt with its raised shoulder pointing toward the panel hole.
Carefully insert the bolt through the hole and slide the other washer on the bolt with its raised shoulder
facing the rear side of the panel. The washers will sandwich the CD 1 panel and the four mounting bolts
to prevent metal-to-metal contact between the CD 1 chassis, the equipment rack, and the other
components mounted in the rack.

Note: Tighten each bolt just enough to keep the CD 1 secure in the rack to avoid compressing and
deforming the shoulder washers. Eliminating metal-to-metal contact reduces the likelihood of creating a
ground loop that might introduce hum into your system.

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