D00864300B
Super Audio CD/CD Player
Owner’s Manual
This product has been designed and manufactured according to
FDA regulations “title 21, CFR, chapter 1, subchapter J, based on
the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968“, and is
classified as class 1 laser product. There is not hazardous invisible
laser radiation during operation because invisible laser radiation
emitted inside of this product is completely confined in the
protective housings.
Contents
Thank you for choosing Esoteric. Read this manual
carefully to get the best performance from this unit.
The label required in this regulation is shown ①.
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Before Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Front panel features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Understanding the remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Remote Control Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Restoring factory settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
For U.S.A.
①
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Fast scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Selecting a track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Skipping playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Selecting the playback area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Repeat mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Analog output (2CH/MULTI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Programmed playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Display dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Changing the display mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Clock Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
i.LINK (AUDIO) Output Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
i.LINK (IEEE 1394) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Optical pickup :
Type
: SLD6163RL-G
Manufacturer : SONY CORPORATION
Laser output : Less than 1mW on the objective lens
Wavelength : 785 15 nm
For European customers
Disposal of your old appliance
Settings (introduction). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Audio Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Speaker Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin
symbol is attached to a product it means
the product is covered by the European
Directive 2002/96/EC.
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of
separately from the municipal waste stream via designated
collection facilities appointed by the government or the
local authorities.
3. The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment and
human health.
4. For more detailed information about disposal of your old
appliance, please contact your city office, waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
“Super Audio CD” is a registered trademark.
“DSD” is a registered trademark.
The i.LINK logo is a trademark of Sony Corporation, registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
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Features
VRDS mechanism for Super Audio CD players,
incorporating a duralumin turntable and a SS400 bridge
The VDRS mechanism completely eliminates any vibration caused by the disc
itself, thanks to the full-diameter clamp, that clamps the disc securely to the
turntable. Additionally, warping and other defects of the disc are eliminated. The
constancy of the reading angle between the optical pickup and the disc pits is
therefore increased, and read errors, together with the occurrence of timing
errors to the clock circuit, are significantly reduced.
Playback of Super Audio CDs requires high-speed rotation and a high degree of
precision, and the X-03 accordingly uses a duralumin turntable. The bridge
employs a pair of precisely engineered ball bearings, and is constructed of 10mm
thick SS400 steel.
Coreless motor with neodymium magnets
A newly developed three-phase brushless spindle motor provides the fast and
accurate turntable rotation required for Super Audio CD playback. This, coupled
with the clamping turntable and the precision ball bearings, eliminate irregular
rotation and vibration.
Neodymium stabilizes the motor’s driving current, reducing influence on the
audio sections of the unit.
Constant-angle optical pickup mounted on a sled with
feedback-monitored speed control
By mounting the pickup on a sled whose axis is rigid, the pickup lens is
maintained at a constant angle and the laser beam, and hence the optical axis, is
maintained in an accurate vertical orientation. An Esoteric original three-phase
brushless motor with hall element detection drives the sled, and the speed of the
sled is monitored and used to control the sled itself in a servo feedback
operation, meaning the sled is highly responsive and smooth in its operation.
Sturdy, rigid chassis with triple-point pinpoint foot
support
The unit is constructed with a 5mm thick robust steel base plate, and is divided
into three logical sections, thereby reducing interference between components of
the unit. Highly rigid mounts are used for the VDRS disc mechanism.
To eliminate vibration, three solid (tool steel) feet support the unit and isolate it
mechanically.
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Brushed aluminum finish exemplifies the quality of
construction
The front panel is constructed of thick brushed aluminum. The high-quality
luxurious finish matches the overall attention to the finest possible quality, shown
in such details as the illuminated periphery to the control buttons, the top-panel
logo, and the milled aluminum disc tray.
Unsurpassed design and features
Separation of power supplies for each major function (digital audio, DAC
circuitry, analog audio) ensures total fidelity. The DACs have sub-ground
impedances with exceptional S/N figures.
Audio DACs
All audio channels use Burr-Brown 24-bit DA converters (PCM1704). Improved
linearity is achieved for the two front channels by the use of dual converters for
each channel.
The audio DAC boards employ a high-quality quartz crystal, resulting in the
almost complete elimination of jitter and subsequent distortion-free DA
conversion.
Word synchronization
A master word clock from a high-quality DA converter or master clock generator
can be used for clock synchronization, resulting in the almost complete
elimination of jitter.
Using a high-quality clock signal provided by an external DA converter such as
the Esoteric G-0/G-0s provides optimum audio quality.
i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal
The digital surround audio from Super Audio CDs can be output from the i.LINK
(AUDIO) terminal.
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Before Use
DO NOT MOVE THE UNIT DURING PLAYBACK
What’s in the box
Please confirm that the following accessories are in the box
when you open it.
During playback, the disc rotates at high speed. Do NOT lift or
move the unit during playback. Doing so may damage the
disc or the unit.
Remote control unit x 1
Batteries (AA, R6, SUM-3) x 2
Screwdriver x 1
Felt sheet x 3
Power cord x 1
WHEN MOVING THIS UNIT
When changing places of installation or packing the unit for
moving, be sure to remove the disc and return the disc tray to
its closed position in the player. Then, press the power switch
to turn the power off, and disconnect the power cord.
Moving this unit with the disc loaded may result in damage to
this unit.
Owner’s manual x 1
Warranty card x 1
Conventions about this manual
< Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the
remote control. You can also use the buttons on the front
panel if they have the same or similar names as those on the
remote.
< The types of functions and operations that can be used for a
particular disc vary depending on the features of that disc. In
some cases, these functions and operations may differ from
the descriptions given in this Owner’s Manual.
Placement of the unit
High-quality hardened tool steel is used for the pin-point feet,
securely attached to the bottom of the player. Although the
cover feet may appear loose, the weight of the unit causes
them to be firm and secure, and the design effectively damps
and reduces vibration.
< The drawings about the front panel display used in this
Owner’s Manual are purely for the purposes of explanation.
The actual displays may differ slightly from what are shown
here.
< Be careful to avoid injury when moving the unit, on account
of its weight. Get someone to help you if necessary.
< To protect easily scratched furniture, you may stick the felt
supplied with the unit to the bottom of the cover feet.
Read this before operation
< As the unit may become warm during operation, always leave
sufficient space around the unit for ventilation.
Pin-point foot
Bottom plate
of the unit
< The voltage supplied to the unit should match the voltage as
printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding
this matter, consult an electrician.
Steel foot
< Choose the installation location of your unit carefully. Avoid
placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also
avoid locations subject to vibrations and excessive dust, heat,
cold or moisture.
Cover foot
Cover foot retaining screws
< Do not place the unit on the amplifier/receiver.
< Do not open the cabinet as this might result in damage to the
circuitry or electrical shock. If a foreign object should get into
the unit, contact your dealer or service company.
< When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always
pull directly on the plug, never yank the cord.
CAUTION
The product shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and
that no object filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed
on the product.
< To keep the laser pickup clean, do not touch it, and always
close the disc tray.
< Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents as
this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
< Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a
book case or similar unit.
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Discs
< Always place the disc on the disc tray with the label side up.
Type of discs that can be played on this
system
(Compact discs can be played or recorded only on one side.)
< To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the
center of the case and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by
the edges.
This player can playback discs bearing any of the following logos:
Audio CD:
• 12cm or 8cm discs
• Linear PCM digital audio
Audio CDs are divided into tracks.
How to remove the disc
How to hold the disc
Super Audio CD:
• Single layer, dual layer or Hybrid layer
• 12cm or 8cm discs
• Digital audio (DSD)
< Should the disc become dirty, wipe the surface radially (from
the center hole outward towards the outer edge) with a soft,
dry cloth:
Super Audio CDs are divided into tracks.
About CD-R/CD-RW
CD-R/RW discs recorded in Audio CD format and finalized
correctly are playable. But depending on the quality of the
disc and/or the condition of the recording, some CD-R & CD-
RW discs may not be playable.
< Never use such chemicals as record sprays, antistatic sprays or
fluid, benzine or thinner to clean the discs. Such chemicals
will do irreparable damage to the disc’s plastic surface.
< Discs should be returned to their cases after use to avoid dust
and scratches that could cause the laser pickup to “skip.”
< Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or high humidity and
temperature for extended periods. Long exposure to high
temperatures will warp the disc.
Caution:
< If you record a disc using a personal computer, even if it is
recorded in a compatible format, there are cases in which it
may not play because of the settings of the application
software used to create the disc. (Check with the software
publisher for more detailed information.)
< Do not play any disc that is warped, deformed or damaged.
Playing such discs may cause irreparable harm to the playing
mechanisms.
< Unfinalized CD-R/CD-RW discs cannot be played.
< CD-R and CD-RW discs are more sensitive to the effects of
heat and ultraviolet rays than ordinary CDs. It is important
that they are not stored in a location where direct sunlight
will fall on them, and which is away from sources of heat
such as radiators or heat-generating electrical devices.
< Printable CD-R and CD-RW discs aren’t recommended, as the
label side might be sticky and damage the unit.
< Do not stick papers or protective sheets on the discs and do
not use any protective coating spray.
< Use a soft oil-based felt-tipped pen to write the information
on the label side. Never use a ball-point or hard-tipped pen,
as this may cause damage to the recorded side.
Following discs cannot be played with this
unit:
• DVD, CD-G, Data part of CD-EXTRA, PHOTO CD, CD-ROM
and DVD-ROM discs
• illegally produced discs
• scratched or damaged discs
• discs that are dusty, soiled or marked with fingerprints
< Never use a stabilizer. Using commercially available CD
stabilizers with this unit will damage the mechanisms and
cause them to malfunction.
< Do not use irregular shape CDs (octagonal, heart shaped,
business card size, etc.). CDs of this sort can damage the unit:
Warning:
If you attempt to play back such discs, there is a risk that sudden
loud noise can blast over the speakers at full volume and cause
damage to the speakers and your hearing.
Copy-protected discs, DualDiscs and other discs that do not
conform to the CD standard may not play back correctly in this
player. If you use such discs in this unit, TEAC ESOTERIC
COMPANY cannot be responsible for any consequences or
guarantee the quality of reproduction. If you experience
problems with such non-standard discs, you should contact the
producers of the disc.
< If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of a CD-
R/CD-RW disc, read the precautions supplied with the disc, or
contact the disc manufacturer directly.
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Connections
CAUTION:
< Switch off the power to all equipment before making connections.
< Read the instructions of each component you intend to use with this unit.
< Be sure to insert each plug securely. To prevent hum and noise, avoid bundling the
signal interconnection cables together with the AC power cord or speaker cables.
Master clock generator
Stereo amplifier
AUDIO IN
(G-0s, etc.)
WORD SYNC OUT
R
L
R
L
A
Connect either the
XLR or RCA cables.
Balanced XLR
pin assignment
D
F
C
E
B
Connect either one.
Wall socket
DIGITAL IN
(OPTICAL)
DIGITAL IN
(COAXIAL)
Digital audio device
(CD recorder, MD deck, etc.)
i.LINK(AUDIO)
(IEEE1394)
Amplifier
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A
D
Word sync connector
Analog audio output terminals
Use either the XLR or RCA (pin) terminals for analog stereo
output.
This allows the use of an externally-generated word clock
connection, using a commercially available BNC coaxial
cable.
XLR: Use balanced XLR audio cable
RCA: Use RCA (pin) audio cable
Devices producing such a suitable clock signal include
external D-A converters, or dedicated word clock
generators. Connect the SYNC OUT (or WORD OUT) of such
a device to the unit.
< When using these terminals, set the Analog Out setting to
“2ch” (or select “2ch” using the 2CH/MULTI button of the
remote control unit) to downmix the multi-channel material
to two channels.
Note that if the Analog Out setting is set to “Multi ch”, only
the front L/R sound of the multi-channel material will be
output from these terminals.
E
SIGNAL GND connection
Use a commercially available PVC-covered cord to connect
the signal ground terminal on the unit to the amplifier signal
ground.
< Note that this is NOT an electrical safety ground (earth).
B
Digital audio output terminals
Digital audio from CD is output from these terminals.
The unit may be connected using either coaxial or optical
(TOS) commercially available cables to amplifiers, or to
digital audio devices such as CD recorders, etc.
F
Power cord receptacle
After all other connections have been made, insert the
supplied AC power cord into this receptacle, then connect
the other end of the power cord into the wall socket. Ensure
that your AC voltage corresponds to the voltage marked on
the rear panel of the unit. Consult a qualified electrician if
you are in doubt.
COAXIAL: Use RCA (pin) digital audio cable
OPTICAL: Use optical digital audio cable (TOS)
< The optical terminal is covered by a shutter. Make sure that
the cable is firmly inserted, but do not force the cable when
connecting it or removing it, in order not to cause damage
to the unit.
< The DIGITAL OUT terminals cannot output the digital audio
from Super Audio CDs.
< In order to avoid the risk of electric shock, fire, and so on,
only use the supplied power cord.
< If you are not going to use the unit for some time,
disconnect the power cord from the wall socket.
C
i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal
In addition to the digital audio from CD, the digital surround
audio from Super Audio CDs can be output from this
terminal.
Use a commercially available S400 compatible i.LINK
(IEEE1394) 6pin cable to connect the unit to an amplifier.
< When using this terminal, set the i.LINK output setting to
“i.60958” or “i.PCM” (see page 19).
< See page 20 for further details on i.LINK.
< To enjoy surround sound from a Super Audio CD, connect
the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal to a suitably equipped surround
sound amplifier.
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Front panel features
A
B
C
D
E
F G
H
b
I
J
A
POWER
Display
a
Use this to turn the unit on and off. When the unit is on, the
ring surrounding the button lights up.
e
c
d
f
The equipment draws nominal non-operating power from
the AC outlet with its POWER switch in the OFF position.
B
C
CLOCK MODE
g
j
h
k
i
Use this to select an external word sync source connected to
the WORD SYNC connector on the rear panel.
a
Disc type indicator
Shows the type of disc currently loaded.
Remote control sensor
Receives signals from the remote control unit. Point the
remote control unit at this sensor when operating the remote
control unit.
b TRACK indicator
Indicates that the track number is being shown.
D
E
F
Display
c
TOTAL indicator
Indicates that the total time is being shown.
Disc tray
d REMAIN indicator
Indicates that the remaining time is being shown.
OPEN/CLOSE
Use this to open and close the disc tray.
e
DOWN MIX indicator
G
Lights to show that a multi-channel source has been
downmixed to two channels.
STOP
Use this to stop playback. When playback is stopped, the ring
surrounding the button lights up.
f
5.1CH indicator
Also use this to change the i.LINK output setting.
Lights when the Analog Out setting is set to “Multi ch”.
H
I
PLAY
g
Channel indicators
Use this to start playback. When a disc is being played back,
the ring surrounding the button lights up.
Light to show which surround channels are currently in use.
PAUSE
h Message area
Use this to pause playback. When playback is temporarily
paused, the ring surrounding this button lights up.
Alphanumeric display to show times, status messages, etc.
i
j
REPEAT indicator
J
SKIP (.//)
Lights when repeat play is selected.
Use these for skip operations. Pressing and holding these
buttons for more than a second changes the scanning speed.
Pause indicator
Lights when playback is paused.
k
Playback indicator
Lights when playing back.
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Understanding the remote control unit
A
B
Number buttons
Use these for selecting tracks by number, etc.
2CH/MULTI
Use this to switch between two-channel (stereo) and multi-
channel surround audio output.
C
D
E
F
PLAY AREA
Use this to select the playback area of Super Audio CDs.
SCAN (m/,)
Use these for fast scanning during playback.
STOP
Use this to stop playback.
I
PLAY
Use this to start playback.
A
B
J
G
H
I
Cursor buttons and ENTER
K
M
Use these buttons in the setup mode.
L
N
C
F
SETUP
Use this button to enter or exit the setup menu.
D
E
O
P
OPEN/CLOSE
Use this to open and close the disc tray.
J
CLEAR
G
H
Use this button to clear entry errors, etc.
Q
K
L
DISPLAY
Use this button to change the display mode.
FL DIMMER
Use this button to change the brightness of the front panel
display.
M
N
O
P
REPEAT
Use this button to set the repeat playback mode.
PROGRAM
Use this button when programming playback order.
MUSIC SKIP (.//)
Use these for skip operations.
PAUSE
Use this to pause playback.
Q
RETURN
Use this button to go back a level in the setup menu.
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Remote Control Unit
Restoring factory settings
If you have made a lot of changes to the setup, and want to
restart from a known set of options, restore the unit to the
factory settings as follows:
How to insert the batteries
Remove the cover of the remote control unit with a
screwdriver. After checking the polarity (+/_) of two AA
batteries, insert the batteries, replace the cover and replace
the screws.
1. With the unit turned off, press and hold down the STOP
button.
2. While holding down the STOP button, press the POWER
switch.
All memories are erased, and the unit returns to the factory
settings.
Battery Replacement
If the distance required between the remote control unit and
main unit decreases, the batteries are exhausted. In this case
replace the batteries with new ones.
Precautions concerning batteries
< Be sure to insert the batteries with correct positive “+” and
negative “_” polarities.
< Use batteries of the same type. Never use different types of
batteries together.
< Rechargeable or non-rechargeable batteries can be used but
not mixed together. Refer to the precautions on their labels.
< When the remote control unit is not to be used for a long
time (more than a month), remove the batteries from the
remote control unit to prevent them from leaking. If they
leak, wipe away the liquid inside the battery compartment
and replace the batteries with new ones.
< Do not heat or disassemble batteries and never dispose of old
batteries by throwing them in a fire.
Notes on use
< Point the remote control unit at the player’s remote sensor
within seven meters (23 feet) of the player. There should not
be any obstacles between the player and the remote control
unit.
< Do not allow direct sun or other light to shine on the remote
sensor part of the player. This may cause the remote control
unit to work incorrectly.
< Note that other units with remote controls may operate
incorrectly because of infrared light “overspill” when you
operate this remote control unit.
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Playback
5
Press the PLAY button to start playback.
3
2 4
1
5
1
Turn on the power using the POWER button on the
main unit.
Pausing playback
The button and the display light.
2
Press the OPEN/CLOSE button.
Press the PAUSE button to pause playback (the ring
surrounding the PAUSE button on the main unit lights).
Press PLAY or PAUSE to restart playback.
The tray opens after a second or two (this delay is due to the
movement of the internal mechanism of the unit before
opening).
Stopping playback
3
Insert the disc label side up.
Press the STOP button (the ring surrounding the STOP button
on the main unit lights).
Opening and closing the tray
< Make sure the disc is centered in the tray in order to avoid
any malfunction or jamming of the tray or damage to the
disc.
4
Press the OPEN/CLOSE button again.
The tray will close. Take care not to trap your fingers in the
tray.
The unit reads the disc (this may take a little time).
Pressing OPEN/CLOSE opens the tray if it is closed, and closes
it if it is open. When the tray is opened during playback, it
may take a few seconds before the disc is “unloaded” and
the tray opens.
Number of tracks on disc
Total disc running time
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Skipping playback
Fast scanning
Press the MUSIC SKIP button (. or /) repeatedly until
the desired track is found. The selected track will be played
from the beginning.
When playing back, use the SCAN button (m or ,) to
move backwards and forwards. Press PLAY to restart playback
at normal speed at the desired location.
Repeated presses of the SCAN buttons changes the scanning
speeds. There are three speeds:
< If the . button is pressed once during playback, playback
returns to the start of the current track. If it is pressed within
one second from the start of the track, playback returns to
the start of the previous track (so pressing the button twice in
quick succession will skip back two tracks, etc.).
Fast (1) q Fast (2) q Fast (3) q Play (normal speed)
< You can also use the SKIP buttons of the main unit. To start
scanning (or to change the scanning speed), press and hold
the SKIP button for more than one second.
< If tracks are skipped while playback is paused or stopped,
playback is paused or stopped at the start of the selected
track.
< In programmed playback mode, these buttons will move
between tracks in the programmed order.
Selecting a track
Selecting the playback area
Some Super Audio CDs contain two or more separate audio
areas such as multi-channel area, 2 channel area and CD
area.
When playback is stopped, use the PLAY AREA button to
select the playback area.
Use the number button to select tracks for playback. Use the
+10 button to enter the first digit of numbers greater than 9
(repeated presses show 1-, 2-, 3- etc.) and the single digit
buttons (0 through 9) for the second digit, or single-digit
track numbers.
Playback starts from the selected track, regardless of whether
the number is selected during playback or playback is stopped
or paused.
Use the CLEAR button to clear mistaken entries.
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Repeat mode
Analog output (2CH/MULTI)
Use the REPEAT button to select the repeat mode for
playback. Repeated presses of the REPEAT button cycle
between the following options:
When playback is stopped, use the 2CH/MULTI button to select
either 2CH (stereo) or MULTI (multi-channel surround) audio
output.
REPEAT TRK
(track repeat)
REPEAT DSC
(whole disc repeat)
2CH
The unit outputs 2-channel stereo sound from the the i.LINK
(AUDIO) and the AUDIO OUT terminals.
REPEAT OFF
(no repeat)
If multi-channel program material is played, the multi-channel
material will be downmixed to two channels and the
DOWNMIX indicator will light on the display.
< Halting playback stops the repeat mode.
< The following buttons cancel repeat mode:
STOP, OPEN/CLOSE, POWER.
MULTI
The unit outputs the multi-channel surround sound.
Select this when the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal is connected to a
surround sound amplifier.
Track repeat
5.1 indicator will light on the display.
When this is selected, the currently-selected track repeats. If
another track is selected during repeat playback, the newly-
selected track repeats.
< Note that if “MULTI” is selected, only the front L/R sound of
the multi-channel material will be output from the analog
AUDIO OUT terminals.
Disc repeat
< This setting is also reflected on the setup menu.
The whole contents of the disc are repeated.
< This setting has no effect on the DIGITAL OUT terminals.
Programmed repeat
If programmed playback has been set up, the whole program
is repeated.
Pushing the REPEAT button cycles between REPEAT PGM
(program repeat) and REPEAT OFF (programmed playback
takes place).
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Programmed playback
3
Programmed playback allows up to 30 tracks to be played
back in the order you decide.
Finish the programming by pressing PLAY.
Programmed playback begins (if the disc is actually being
played back while you are setting the program order, there’s
no need to press PLAY).
1
Press the PROGRAM button (either when playing back
or stopped).
If a track is currently playing back (or paused in the middle of
the track), this track is added as the first item in the
programmed playback list.
Skip between tracks in the programmed playback order using
the SKIP buttons (.//).
2
Use the number buttons to add tracks to the
programmed playback list.
Track number
Number in programmed list
Use the +10 button and 0 through 9 buttons in exactly the
same way as when selecting tracks.
Continue pressing the number buttons to add tracks.
< Clear mistakes with the CLEAR button (the last entry is
cleared).
< You can only select tracks on the disc (in other words, if the
disc has six tracks, you cannot program track 7!).
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Display dimming
Clearing the last track from the list
Push the CLEAR button to clear the last track from the list.
The display on the main unit can be dimmed to suit the
environment in which you listen to music. There are three
levels and an “off” setting.
Use the FL DIMMER button to cycle between these
settings.
Adding tracks to the list
Use the number buttons to add tracks to the list.
< Note that the OFF setting is not memorized when the power
is turned off. When the unit is switched off with the display
off, and then turned on again, the display is reset to the
minimum brightness.
< In OFF mode, when you press a button such as PLAY, the
illuminations turn temporarily on.
Clearing the whole program
Press the PROGRAM button to clear the program (playback
continues from the current point).
The OPEN/CLOSE or the POWER button also clears the
program.
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Changing the display mode
Clock Mode
During playback, it is possible to change the display as shown
here.
For highly accurate playback, you can use the word clock
(sync) output of an external unit such as the Esoteric G-25U,
D-70 or G-0s to synchronize your whole audio system.
< The DISPLAY button doesn’t work during programmed
playback.
Use the CLOCK MODE (main unit) button to switch
between Word ON and Word OFF.
When the unit is synchronizing to the external clock, the ring
surrounding the button flashes. When it is locked, the button
lights.
Currently playing track
Elapsed time of current track
< Note that the sync connection should be made before the
CLOCK MODE button is pressed. If no valid word sync signal
is received, the display shows “No Word!”.
Time remaining for current track
< This unit can accept and synchronize to the following
frequencies received from external devices:
44.1kHz, 88.2kHz, 100kHz, 176.4kHz
Total elapsed time (disc)
Total time remaining (disc)
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i.LINK (AUDIO) Output Setting
When the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal is connected to an amplifier or
a D/A converter, select proper i.LINK output setting.
Flow Status
While the display shows “i.60958” or “i.PCM”, repeatedly
press the STOP button to turn ON or OFF the flow status.
If the component connected via the i.LINK terminal is
compatible with the flow rate control, and if you set the flow
status of the X-03 ON, the connected component will work in
the flow rate control mode.
< Though the flow status function of the X-03 is not same as
the flow rate control, RAM buffer of the connected
component will absorb clock differences and control the flow
rate using the clock of the connected component.
When playback is stopped, hold down the STOP button for
more than 2 seconds and release it when “i.60958”,
“i.PCM” or “i.OFF” appears on the display.
< In the following cases, set the flow status OFF:
• The connected component isn’t compatible with the flow
rate control.
Each time the STOP button is pressed for 2 seconds, the output
setting changes.
• Though the connected component is compatible with the
flow rate control, the flow rate control doesn’t work
properly with this unit.
When using the i.LINK terminal, select “i.60958” or
“i.PCM”, and set the Digital Output setting to “ON”.
• Sound skips.
i.60958
DSD signal is output during playback of a Super Audio CD.
The digital signal in IEC60958 format is output during
playback of a CD.
< When the flow status is set to ON, “i.60958 FL” or “i.PCM
FLOW” will appear on the display instead of “i.60958” or
“i.PCM”.
i.PCM
DSD signal is output during playback of a Super Audio CD.
Linear PCM digital signal is output during playback of a CD.
< Some amplifiers may regard this signal as DVD-Audio.
i.OFF (default)
Select this when you don’t use the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal.
No signal is output from the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal.
< There is no difference between i.60958 and i.PCM as far as
Super Audio CD playback is concerned.
< Set the Analog Out setting to “Multi ch” to output the
surround sound from a Super Audio CD.
When the Analog Out setting is set to “2ch”, the multi-
channel sound is downmixed to 2 channels.
< In case you experience any problem with the audio output,
read the instructions of the connected component to check
the adaptable format.
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i.LINK (IEEE 1394)
The i.LINK is also known as IEEE 1394, an international
specification.
This unit is ready for i.LINK (AUDIO).
How to connect multiple i.LINK-capable
devices
By connecting an i.LINK (AUDIO)-capable device to the IEEE 1394
(or i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal on this unit using an i.LINK cable, you
can transmit Super Audio CD multi-channel signals that could
not be transmitted but in analog format in the past can be
transmitted in its original digital format, in addition to the
capability of transmitting 2-ch linear PCM data and multi-
channel compressed audio signals.
Daisy chain connection
You can daisy-chain up to 17 devices including this unit.
i.LINK cable
i.LINK-capable
device
i.LINK-capable
device
i.LINK-capable
device
i.LINK-capable
device
If you have multiple i.LINK-capable devices, you can connect
them through other devices to transmit data between them, so
you don’t need to be concerned with the order of connection.
Connection in tree structure
If you are using a device having three or more i.LINK connectors,
you may want to get the connection branched out. This way of
connection allows you to connect up to 17 devices including this
unit.
Copyright protection system DTCP
i.LINK-capable
device
i.LINK-capable
device
i.LINK-capable
device
To play back audio sounds recorded on Super Audio CD or DVD
discs using i.LINK, both the player and the D/A converter need to
be ready for the copyright protection system DTCP (Digital
Transmission Content Protection).
i.LINK-capable
device
i.LINK-capable
device
This unit is ready for DTCP.
Your system does not work if data is fed back to the output
device. Be careful not to create a loop.
Data transfer rate
There are three transfer rates: 100 Mbps (S100), 200 Mbps
(S200), and 400 Mbps (S400). This unit is capable of transferring
data at a maximum 400Mbps.
i.LINK-capable
device
i.LINK-capable
device
i.LINK-capable
device
i.LINK-capable
device
i.LINK-capable
device
i.LINK-capable
device
For connection to an i.LINK-capable device, use a commercially
available S400-compliant 6-pin i.LINK cable.
When connecting multiple i.LINK-capable devices, avoid
connecting a device having slow transfer rate between devices
having high transfer rate since this reduces the transfer rate of
your whole system. Connect devices having high transfer rate
towards the source as far upriver as possible.
The i.LINK interface of this unit is designed in accordance with
the following specifications:
1) IEEE Std 1394a-2000, Standard for a High Performance
Serial Bus
2) Audio and Music Data Transmission Protocol 2.0
NOTES
< Among the i.LINK formats there are “MPEG-2 TS” for BS
digital source and “DV” for digital video for DVD recorders,
as well as the “i.LINK (AUDIO)” (A&M Protocol). Never
connect devices that are not ready for i.LINK (AUDIO) to this
unit. If you do, this unit and others may get out of order or be
damaged.
This unit is compliant with IEC 60958 bitstream, DVD-Audio,
Super Audio CD in the AM824 sequence adaptation layers of
this protocol.
< In the process of data transfer, avoid plugging/unplugging the
i.LINK cables in use or switch on/off the power.
< Among the i.LINK-capable devices there are some that, if not
turned on, are not capable of relaying data.
< Chances are some i.LINK-capable devices will not respond to
this unit's command.
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Settings (introduction)
1
4
Turn on the main unit.
When an option marked with “>” is displayed, use the
up or down cursor buttons to change the setting, and
press the ENTER button to confirm the entry.
< When a numerical value (such as speaker distance) is
changed, the value is confirmed without pressing the ENTER
button.
2
Press the SETUP button to enter the setup menu.
< Individual menu functions are described on pages 23 and 24.
3
4
< Repeat steps
and
as required.
“AudioSetup” appears on the front panel display.
5
Exit the setup menu by pressing SETUP once more.
< In this manual, factory settings are marked with an asterisk
“*”.
< Although it is possible to enter the setup menu while
playback is continuing, not all menu functions will be
available. Expand the number of available functions by
pressing the STOP button.
< Exit the setup menu by pressing SETUP once again.
3
Use the cursor buttons to navigate the menus.
< Refer to the Setup Menu Chart on the next page.
< The options you can change are marked with “>”.
< Use the left and up cursor buttons (or the RETURN button) to
go back a level in the setup menu.
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Settings (Setup Menu Chart)
AudioSetup
Analog Out
DigitalOut
CD Direct
GeneralSet
options
options
options
SP Setup
SP Size
L/R Size
C Size
options
options
options
SR/SL Size
SW ON/OFF
L/R *.*m
options
options
Distance
C *.*m
options
SR/SL *.*m
LR ***.*dB
options
options
SP Level
C ***.*dB
SR ***.*-dB
SL ***.*dB
SW ***.*dB
options
options
options
options
Test Start
options
Test Tone
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Settings (Audio Setup)
Settings (Speaker Setup 1)
Use these speaker setup menus when the i.LINK
(AUDIO) terminal is connected to a surround sound
amplifier, and when you don’t use the speaker menus
of the amplifier.
Analog output settings (Analog Out)
When an option marked with “>” is displayed, use the up or
down cursor buttons to change the setting, and press the
ENTER button to confirm the entry.
There is no need for this setup when not using the i.LINK
(AUDIO) terminal, or when you use the speaker menus of the
amplifier. In this case, leave this setup as it is (factory settings).
2ch *
Outputs 2-channel audio from the the i.LINK (AUDIO) and the
AUDIO OUT terminals.
If multi-channel program material is played, the multi-channel
material will be downmixed to two channels.
< This setup has an effect on the sound output from the i.LINK
(AUDIO) terminal and the AUDIO OUT terminals when the
Analog Out setting is set to “Multi ch”.
< When the Analog Out setting is set to “2ch”, the SP Size and
Distance setting are ignored.
Multi ch
The unit outputs the multi-channel surround sound.
Select this when the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal is connected to a
surround sound amplifier.
< When the CD Direct is set to “Direct”, the settings made here
are ignored during playback of a CD.
< Note that if “Multi ch” is selected, only the front L/R sound of
the multi-channel material will be output from the AUDIO
OUT terminals.
< This setting has no effect on the DIGITAL OUT terminals.
Speaker Size (SP Size)
Select the size (Large* or Small) independently for the L/R
(front pair of speakers), the C (center speaker) and the SR/SL
(surround pair of speakers). Turn the subwoofer (SW) ON* or
OFF (if you have no subwoofer).
Digital output settings (DigitalOut)
When an option marked with “>” is displayed, use the up or
down cursor buttons to change the setting, and press the
ENTER button to confirm the entry.
Large *
ON *
Select this when the connected speakers can fully reproduce
bass frequencies.
Audio is output from the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal and the
DIGITAL OUT terminals.
Small
OFF
Select this when the connected speakers are rather small and
cannot reproduce bass frequencies.
When this setting is selected, bass frequencies are output
from the subwoofer (if no subwoofer is connected, from the
front speakers).
Audio is not output from the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal and the
DIGITAL OUT terminals. If you are not using these terminals,
we suggest that you use this OFF setting for better analog
sound.
< Digital sound from Super Audio CDs cannot be output from
the DIGITAL OUT terminals.
OFF
Select this when no speaker is connected. The sound is
output from the front (or surround) speakers.
< When the front speaker is set to “Small”, the subwoofer is
set to “ON” automatically. You cannot set the subwoofer
“OFF”.
CD Direct
ON (subwoofer only)
When an option marked with “>” is displayed, use the up or
down cursor buttons to change the setting, and press the
ENTER button to confirm the entry.
Select this when a powered subwoofer is connected.
< For the center and surround pair options, if these speakers are
not physically present, you can select OFF to prevent any
output from those channels (you cannot turn off the front L/R
pair). Any speakers turned off will downmix to the other
enabled channels.
Direct *
Speaker setting is bypassed.
Normal
The speaker setting you have made is used.
Connect the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal to an amplifier for this
setting.
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Settings (Speaker Setup 2)
Speaker distance
Speaker levels (SP Level)
Ideally, the speakers should be placed so that they are all the
same distance from the listening position. If this is not
possible, you should use this method described here to adjust
them individually. It is also possible to adjust all distances
together. The point of these settings is to provide the best
synchronization between sound and image by delaying the
sound by an appropriate amount. The subwoofer is not
included in this setting (the placement of the subwoofer is
less critical than that of other speakers).
Use this to set the relative levels of the speakers. You can set
the L/R pair together, and the center, and surround rear pair
independently, as well as the subwoofer. The maximum value
you can set here is 0dB and the minimum is –12dB, with
settings made in 0.5dB increments. The default setting for
each speaker channel is set to 0dB.
1. Select “Test Start” and press the ENTER button.
The unit outputs test tone from each channel in turn at the
specified level for each channel.
The L/R setting changes the distance of all speakers together.
Pressing the up button adds 0.1m to each value, and pressing
the down button subtracts 0.1m from each value.
Distances are measured in meters (1 meter = just over 3 feet,
and 0.1 meter = about 4 inches).
< Adjust the master volume of your amplifier to the normal
listening level.
< Test tone from subwoofer may be nearly inaudible. Check the
level of subwoofer using a Super Audio CD which contains
low frequency sound.
Carry out this operation first before setting the other speaker
distances.
< The unit won’t output test tone when “i.60958” is selected.
Select “i.PCM” to use test tone (see page 19).
< The unit won’t output test tone when a Super Audio CD is (or
had been) loaded. In this case, remove the disc, turn the unit
off and on, and try again.
After setting the L/R, C and SR/SL speaker distances together,
you can now set the center and surround pair distances. The
minimum distance for these is 0m and the maximum is 9m,
with the additional restrictions described here.
2. Select a speaker using the up or down cursor buttons.
3. Press the right cursor button.
< The distance that you set for the center speaker cannot be
greater than the distance set for the L/R pair and must be
within 1.7m of that L/R distance.
4. Adjust the levels using the up or down cursor buttons.
So for example, if the distance to the L/R pair is set to 5.0m,
the center distance must be between 3.3m (5 – 1.7) and 5m.
5. When the setting has been finished, press the SETUP
button to exit the setup menu.
< The distance that you set for the SR/SL surround pair cannot
be greater than the distance set for the L/R pair (and must be
within 9m of that distance).
So with the L/R pair set at 5m, the SR/SL pair distance can be
set from 0m to 5m.
Test tone length (Test tone)
Select the Test Tone menu item, and choose between 2, 5*
and 10 seconds. This represents the length of time that the
test tone is output from each speaker when Test Start is
selected.
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Troubleshooting
In case you experience any problem with this unit, please take
Overall volume is low, or balance between speakers is
the time to look through this chart and see if you can solve the
problem yourself before you call your dealer.
strange.
e A speaker’s level (or that of a pair of speakers) has been set
up too low or too high in the speaker setup (see page 24).
Correct the levels.
No power
e Check the connection to the AC power supply. Check and
make sure the AC source is not a switched outlet and that,
if it is, the switch is turned on. Make sure there is power to
the AC outlet by plugging another item such as a lamp or
fan.
The speaker settings are ignored.
e Set the Analog Output setting to “Multi ch”, or use the
2CH/MULTI button of the remote control unit to change the
settings (see page 15, 23).
e Press the POWER switch of the main unit to turn it on.
e Set the CD Direct to “Normal” (see page 23).
Remote control doesn’t work.
No digital audio output.
e Press the POWER switch of the main unit to turn it on.
e If the batteries are dead, change the batteries.
e Use remote control unit within the range (5m /15ft) and
point at the front panel.
e
Check that the Digital Out setting is set to “ON” (see page 23).
When using the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal, set the i.LINK output
setting to “i.60958” or “i.PCM”(see page 19).
e Digital audio from a Super Audio CD cannot be output from
e Clear obstacles between the remote control unit and the
main unit.
the DIGITAL OUT terminals. Use the i.LINK (AUDIO) terminal.
e If a strong light is near the unit, turn it off.
The CLOCK MODE button flashes and the display shows
“No Word!”
Severe hum or noise is heard.
e The word sync mode is selected, but there is no clock
source. Turn the word sync mode off (see page 18).
e No word clock is being received. Check cables, connections,
and settings of the clock generator.
e Place the unit as far away from a TV as possible.
e Make sure the line cords and speaker cables are as far away
from the AC supply as possible.
Will not play.
The CLOCK MODE button flashes and the display shows
“Wrd Unlck!” or “Word Error”
e Invalid word sync signal is received. Check the setting of the
clock generator.
e Reload the disc with the label side UP.
e This unit cannot play such discs as CD-ROMs. Use a playable
disc (see page 7).
e If the disc is dirty, clean the surface of the disc.
e A blank disc has been loaded. Load a prerecorded disc.
e If the unit is condensed, leave the unit for one or two hours
with the power turned on (see page 25).
If normal operation cannot be obtained, unplug the power
cord from the outlet and plug it again. This resets the
internal micro-computer which can be disturbed during
electrical storms, power interruptions, et cetera.
Sound skips.
e Place the unit on a stable place to avoid vibration and shock.
e If the disc is dirty, clean the surface of the disc.
e Don’t use scratched, damaged or warped discs.
There is no sound or only a very low-level sound is heard.
e Check that the amplifier and speakers are connected
securely.
Beware of condensation
e Check the operation of the amplifier.
When the unit (or a disc) is moved from a cold to a warm
place, or used after a sudden temperature change, there is a
danger of condensation; vapor in the air could condense on
the internal mechanism, making correct operation impossible.
To prevent this, or if this occurs, leave the unit turned on for
one or two hours. Then the unit will stabilize at the
temperature of its surroundings.
e Check the audio output setting (see page 23).
e When the amplifier is connected via the i.LINK (AUDIO) or
the DIGITAL OUT terminal, set the Digital Out setting to
“ON” (see page 23).
e The sound is muted during pause and fast forward/reverse.
Press the PLAY button to resume normal playback.
No multi-channel audio output.
e Set the Analog Output setting to “Multi ch”, or use the
2CH/MULTI button of the remote control unit to change the
settings (see page 15, 23).
e Change the speaker configuration if necessary (see page
23).
e Super Audio CDs may have more than one playback area,
not all of which contain multi-channel audio data. Choose a
multi-channel area (see page 14).
Maintenance
If the surface of the unit gets dirty, wipe with a soft cloth or
use diluted neutral cleaning liquid. Be sure to remove any
fluid completely. Do not use thinner, benzine or alcohol as
they may damage the surface of the unit.
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Specifications
General
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Super Audio CD and CD
Word Synchronization input format
Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BNC
Power supply
Input level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5 Vp-p/75 Ω
Europe model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC 230 V, 50 Hz
U.S.A./Canada model. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Korea model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC 220 V, 60 Hz
The main unit can accept and synchronize to the following
frequencies received from external devices:
44.1kHz, 88.2kHz, 100kHz, 176.4kHz (rectangular wave)
Power consumption. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 W
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.3 kg (51 5/16 lb)
External dimensions (W x H x D). . . . . . . 442 x 153 x 353 mm
(17 3/8” x 6” x 13 7/8”)
Accessories
Power cord x 1
Remote Control Unit (RC-941) x 1
Batteries (AA, R6 or SUM-3) x 2
Screwdriver x 1
Felt x 3
Warranty card x 1
Operating temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +5˚C - +35˚C
Operating humidity . . . . . . . . . 5% to 85% (no condensation)
Storage temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . –20˚C - +55˚C
Owner’s manual x 1
Audio output (Analog Audio)
Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XLR jacks (2 channel) x 1
RCA jacks (2 channel) x 1
• Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Maximum Output level (1 kHz, full scale)
RCA: 2.5 Vrms (47 kΩ)
• Weight and dimensions are approximate.
• Illustrations may differ slightly from production models.
XLR: 2.5 Vrms (600 Ω)
Nominal Output level (1 kHz, full scale –20dB)
RCA: 250 mVrms (47 kΩ)
XLR: 250 mVrms (600 Ω)
Frequency response . . . . . . . . 5Hz - 58 kHz (Super Audio CD)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N) . . 112 dB (Super Audio CD, 1 kHz)
Dynamic range . . . . . . . . . . . 106 dB (Super Audio CD, 1 kHz)
Total harmonic distortion . . 0.001% (Super Audio CD, 1 kHz)
Audio output (Digital Audio)
OPTICAL . . . . . . . . . . Optical digital jack x 1, –15 to –21 dBm
COAXIAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RCA jack x 1, 0.5 Vp-p/75 Ω
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Dimensions
353mm
332mm
153mm
442mm
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Model number
Serial number
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