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Dear music lover,
Warning of a hazard for the user, the unit or possible misuse.
This product contains a laser diode. To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers or attempt to
gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
If a disc is cracked, chipped, warped, or otherwise damaged, don't risk to play it. You could end up
damaging the unit. This player is designed for use with fully circular, full size CDs only. Use of shaped discs
is not recommended. The manufacturer and the distributor disclaims all liability arising in connection with
the use of damaged or shaped discs.
AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. Before connecting to the mains, make sure that the
voltage in your area meets the voltage requirements printed on the power supply.
The power supply is used to disconnect the unit from the mains. Make sure that the power supply is easily
accessible at all times. Never handle the device, the power supply while your hands are wet or damp.
Avoid letting liquids enter the device or the power supply. Never place any item containing liquid, such
as a flower vase on or near the device. Never spill any liquid on the device or the power supply. Never
place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles on or near the device. The product shall not be used
in damp or wet locations, next to a bathtub, sink, swimming pool or any other similar conditions.
Make all connections whilst the CD player is disconnected from the power supply.
Never use any other power supply than the one supplied with the unit.
thank you for purchasing a Pro-Ject Audio Systems CD player.
In order to achieve maximum performance and reliability you should study these instructions for use carefully.
Caution! Laser diode, discs to avoid, safety instructions
Shape and condition of data carriers
If a CD is broken, chipped or otherwise damaged, it should not be played as it may damage the unit.
The device is only designed to play round CDs with 12cm Ø. Playing self-burned CDs that do not
comply with the Red Book standard may cause the unit to malfunction. The same applies to CDs with
stickers or chamfered outer edges.
Connectors
Mains connection and switching the device on and off
Connect the low voltage plug from the power supply to the
the power supply to the mains. The device can be switched on and off with the push button on the front.
Power 18V socket of the unit before connecting

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Connection to the amplifier or DAC
ON/OFF turns the unit on/off
VOL- turn the volume of your Pro-Ject amp down
VOL+ turn the volume of your Pro-Ject amp up
STOP stops the playback (Press 2x = CD eject)
PLAY/PAUSE starts & pauses the playback
Press and hold these buttons for fast scanning. (only possible on
remote control)
1 - 9 accesses a specific track
+10 to access tracks higher then 9
e.g. track 12: press “+10” then “1” then “2”
0 select the playback setting
Repeat play for the current track
Repeat play for all tracks
Connect the Analog Output socket to a line input (such as AUX) on your amplifier.
Connect the
Coaxial or Optical socket to the digital input of a D/A converter or AV processor.
Remote control
Front panel controls
Dimming the display: When playback is stopped, press and hold the button & change the brightness by
pressing the button.

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Inserting and ejecting a disc
In case of a damaged CD, it may take a little longer to process the errors and start playback or
playback might not start at all. It is possible to terminate the process with the Stop button. The
process is automatically terminated after 20 seconds.
Proceed as follows:
Unlock and slide open the battery case cover
Replace the battery.
Make sure the battery is the right way round !
Close the battery case cover
Battery type: 1 x CR2032 / 3V or 1 x CR2025 / 3V
Do not dispose the batteries as ordinary domestic refuse. Please dispose your exhausted batteries at
the appropriate collection sites - usually located at supermarkets and drugstores.
Switch the unit on from standby. Insert the disc into the slot, with the label side facing upwards. The slot-loading
mechanism will load the disc automatically. The display shows the total number of tracks on the disc and the
total duration of the disc. Pressing once stops playback, pressing the button again, ejects the disc.
Play
starts playback of the first track. The display shows the current track number, the elapsed time of the current
track and the play icon.
Pause
pauses playback. The display shows the current track number, the elapsed time of the current track and
the pause icon.
To resume playback press again.
Stop
A short press of the button stops playback. The display shows the total number of tracks on the disc, the
total duration of the disc and the stop icon.
Stepping between tracks
Press the buttons (previous track) or (next track).
Pressing while playback, the current track starts playing from the beginning.
The display shows the number of the tracks as you step, the elapsed time of the current track and the step icon.
Scanning through the disc
Press and hold the button (fast backward) or (fast forward) to scan through the disc. The display shows
the current track number, the elapsed time of the current track and the scan icon.
Releasing or will take you back to playback.
Replacing batteries
Universal remote control Control it DS/RS
Control it DS/RS is optionally available and provides a convenient control option for this and many other ProJect Box Design products.

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Technical specifications Pro-Ject CD Box DS3
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused by not adhering to these instructions
for use. Modification or changes to any part of the product by unauthorized persons release the
manufacturer from any liability over and above the lawful rights of the customer.
Pro-Ject Audio Systems is a registered Trademark of
H. Lichtenegger.
This guide was produced by: Pro-Ject Audio Systems
Copyright © 2021. All rights reserved.
The information was correct at the time of going to
press. The manufacturer reserves the right to make
changes to the technical specification without prior
notice as deemed necessary to uphold the ongoing
process of technical development.
Supports: Red Book CD-DA
Line-level output: 1 pair RCA
Digital outputs: 1 x optical TOSlink®(S/PDIF)
1 x co-axial (S/PDIF)
Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz/ ± 0,15dB
Noise floor: >105dBA / 20Hz – 20kHz
THD (analog output): <0,018%
THD (digital output): <0,005%
Line Level Output voltage: 2 Vrms / 0dBFS
D/A-converter: PCM1796
Outboard power supply: 18V/1.000mA DC, suitable for your country's mains supply
Power consumption: 300 - 600mA DC, <0,5W in standby
Replacement battery remote control: 1 x CR2032 / 3V or 1 x CR2025 / 3V
Dimensions W x H x D (D with sockets): 206 x 72 x 194 (200) mm
Weight: 1660 g without power supply
Service
Should you encounter a problem which you are not able to alleviate or identify, please contact your dealer for
further advice. Only if the problem cannot be resolved there, the unit should be sent to the responsible
distributor in your country.
Warranty
Copyright, trademarks
TOSlink® is a registered trademark of Toshiba corporation.
Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE): This directive mandates the collection and recycling
of electronics and component materials in order to reduce the amount going to landfills. Outside North
America, when the user decides to discard this product, it must be sent to a separate collection facility for
recycling. Please contact your point of purchase for more details.