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CD 306/200
CD Transport/Processor
192kHz/24bit D/A Converter
OPERATING MANUAL
NOTE:
Before installing your new CD-306/200 CD Transport/Processor, please read this manual
carefully, as it will inform you of the specifications, sample rate conversion, proper
installation and operation procedures. Also included in this manual are guidelines on how to
properly care for your new player. Thank you for buying a Cary Audio De
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CD-306/200 CD Transport /Processor CD 306/200 192kHz / 24Bit HDCD PLAYER HDCD TOSLINK CD AES/EBU COAXIAL DIGITAL ANALOG 96kHz / 24Bit 192kHz / 24Bit POWER SAMPLE-RATE CONVERTER OPEN/CLOSE PLAY STOP PREV. NEXT DIGITAL INPUT TOSLINK A E S / E B U HDCD , High Definition Compatible Digital and Pacific Microsonics are either registered trademarks or AC POWER trademarks of Pacific Microsonics, Inc. in the United States and /or other countries . COAXIAL HDCD system manufactured under license from
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SPECIFICATIONS Operating the CD-306/200 CD Transport/Processor is a simple procedure, since each unit is designed for long term stability in virtually any home operating situation. However, if the unit is operated outside the parameters outlined in this owner’s manual, damage may result. Please read this manual carefully before putting your new Cary Audio Design CD-306/200 in operation. The following definitions are applicable to this manual. Please follow these definitions carefully.
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INSTALLATION This section describes the unpacking and installation procedures for the CD-306/200 CD. WARNING MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO PUT THE CD 306/200 PLAYER IN SERVICE WITH THE TOP COVER REMOVED. CONTACT WITH HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE THE CD-306/200 PLAYER CAN BE FATAL !!!!! 2.1 Unpacking All shipping containers have been specifically designed to protect their contents and special care has been taken to prevent damage under normal shipping conditions. Mishandlin
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OPERATION Signal output connection is made via the output jacks on the rear panel of the CD-306/200. The analog or digital output interconnect cables should go to the input connections on the accompanying preamplifier or Digital to Analog processor. The choice of high quality interconnect cable is important and we recommend them highly. Your audio dealer will have the proper cables in stock for this purpose. 3.1 Operation Your new CD-306/200 CD Transport/Processor is ready for opera
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3.4 Remote Control U D Switching the Remote Control function. U : function of the switch. D : function of the word beside the switch. U D I I Switching the power on and off. I I 1 DIGIT KEYS - Selecting another track during play. 1 3 2 - Selecting a track to start play with. - Selecting tracks when compiling a programming. 4 6 5 CLR Clears the last track number during programming. 7 8 9 Opening and closing the CD compartment. Repeating pl
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3.5 LED Indicators POWER LED LED above the power button illuminates when the player is switched off (stand-by mode). HDCD LED LED above the HDCD logo illuminates automatically when HDCD signal is detected from a disc. CD, AES/EBU, COAXIAL, TOSLINK LED LED above the button illuminates when the digital input function is “ on ” . 3.6 Display PROGRAM : Lights up when a program is being played. Blinks when compiling a program. TRACK: Indicates - What track is being pl
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3.7 Normal Playback - Press POWER or on the remote. - Open the CD Compartment by pressing OPEN/CLOSE. - OPEN lights up. - Insert an audio CD, printing side up and close the compartment. - CLOSE lights up, the number of tracks and the playing time of the CD are shown on the display. - Press the PLAY or on the remote to start play. - The number indicator shows how many tracks are on the CD; when a track has been played its number disappears. - The track being played blinks a
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3.11 Repeating Play (repeat) REPEATING A TRACK: - Press REPEAT before or during playback. - REPEAT ONE Lights up; the track will be repeated continuously. - REPEAT ALL Lights up; the disc will be repeated continuously. - Press REPEAT until the indicator goes off to stop the track being repeated. 3.12 Programming - Press PROGRAM once on the remote; PROGRAM indicator on the display will blink indicating the program mode is now entered. - Key in track nos. in sequence to be
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SERVICE AND CARE 4.1 CD-306/200 Care and Cleaning The housing and front of the CD-306/200 may be cleaned with a soft cloth and windex or a window cleaner. The frequency of cleaning will be governed by how many hours the CD-306/200 is operated and by operating environment cleanliness. Do not use benzene, harsh or abrasive chemicals to clean the front as they may remove or damage the labels. 4.2 Factory Service Careful consideration has been given to the design of your CD-306/200
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UNITED STATES LIMITED WARRANTY Cary Audio Design, Inc. warrants to the original United States purchaser for use in the United States, that this product shall be free from defects in material (except tubes and AF output transistors) or workmanship for: Models CAD-211M, SLM-200 and the CAD-805, Five (5) years from date of original purchase. Amplifiers and Preamplifiers, Three (3) years from the date of the original purchase. Digital Products, One (1) year from original date of purchase.
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C A R Y A U D I O D E S I G N INC. 111-A WOODWINDS INDUSTRIAL COURT, CARY, N.C. 27511, U.S.A. TEL : (919) 481-4494 FAX : (919) 460-3828 www.caryaudio.com
