Third edition published November 2002
© Tube Technology UK 2002
PART No. Fus/M-03-bd25
FUSION CD64
~USERS MANUAL~
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Printed in Great Britain
' Fusion ' & ' Tube Technology ' are Trademarks
of Tube Technology UK
TRI-MODE CD PLAYER
PLAYER/DAC/TRANSPORT
Introduction
Thank you for selecting the FUSION CD Player from Tube
Technology.
Please read through this manual so you will know how to operate
your Fusion properly. After you have finished reading this
manual, please put it away in a safe place for future reference.
We have done our utmost in the design and build of the Fusion to
ensure you a low maintenance, trouble free CD Player that will
bring you many years of pleasure as an important part of your
hi-fi system.
Please do not forget to complete and return the enclosed
registration card.
We wish you many hours of musical enjoyment !
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Contents
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
9.
10.
Getting Started
Unpacking your Fusion CD Player
Mains Connection
Connecting the Fusion to the Household Mains Supply
Wiring a Mains Plug - UK
Audio Connection
Connecting the Fusion as a CD Player
Connecting the Fusion as a D.A.C.
Connecting the Fusion as a Transport
Operating your System
Operating the Fusion as a CD Player or Transport
Operating the Fusion as a D.A.C.
Controls & Remote Functions
Installation
Installing & Ventilation of your CD Player
Burning in your CD Player
Maintenance
Care and Cleaning of your CD Player
Vacuum Tubes
Compact Discs Care & Handling
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Guarantee
Claims under the Guarantee
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7-10
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13
14
15
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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions;
Bold indicates emphasis or a minor heading.
Italic Bold refers to a sub heading of a chapter.
This symbol refers to Notes containing important information set off from the text.
THIS SYMBOL REFERS TO CAUTION MESSAGES AND PROCEDURES WHICH
IF NOT OBSERVED CAN LEAD TO DAMAGE OR INJURY
Contents - 3
Getting Started - 4
Getting
Started
This chapter contains information on;
Unpacking your Fusion CD Player
Your Fusion CD Player is packed in "polystyrene" end-caps. Grip the unit from the middle
and simply pull it out of the box. Remove the end-caps and polythene bag.
The following items are included in the packaging of a Fusion CD Player;
1 x Fusion CD Player
1 x Remote Control Handset & 2 x AAA Batteries
1 x IEC Mains Leads
1 x Users Manual
Unpacking
All packing should be retained. Equipment returned can only be
accepted in the original packaging.
This chapter contains information on;
Connecting the Fusion CD Player to the household mains supply.
Wiring a mains plug (UK)
Your Fusion CD Player plugs into the mains supply via the IEC socket located on the back
panel (see diagram 3). Connect your CD Player to the wall socket using the IEC mains lead
supplied in the packaging. The CD Player has been factory set to the correct mains voltage
for your country. The voltage setting is marked on the serial badge, located on the rear
panel. (See diagram 1). Check that this voltage complies with your local supply. Also make
sure that your mains outlet
is able to deliver the required current for the equipment plugged
into it. The wattage rating is also marked on the serial badge.
Mains
Connection
DO NOT CONNECT/SWITCH-ON THE MAINS SUPPLY TO THE CD PLAYER
BEFORE COMPLETING ALL OTHER CONNECTIONS. IF YOU ARE IN ANY
DOUBT REGARDING MAINS CONNECTIONS PLEASE DO NOT
PROCEED ANY
FURTHER WITHOUT CONSULTING YOUR DEALER.
Mains
Connection
Export units for certain markets have a moulded mains plug fitted to comply with local
standards. If your mains supply lead does not have a plug fitted, the coloured wires should
be connected to the appropriate plug terminals in accordance with the following code.
Wire Colour
Label on Plug
GREEN/YELLOW E or EARTH or
BLUE N or NEUTRAL or BLACK
BROWN L or LIVE or RED
If your mains plug has a fuse, please fit a fuse with 5A rating.
If your CD Player is not set correctly for the local supply or if you intend to move the CD
Player to a location where the supply is at a different voltage, please contact your dealer.
Wiring a
Mains Plug
Mains Connection - 5
WARNING - THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED
The Label illustrated here, informs the consumer that
the unit contains a laser component.
Under no circumstances should covers be removed
when the unit is powered, the Laser can damage your
eyesight.