Operating Manual for the Sonic Frontiers SFCD 1 Compact Disc Player
Operating Manual for the Sonic Frontiers SFCD 1 Compact Disc Player We at Sonic Frontiers hope you will derive many years of listening pleasure with your new SFCD 1. This Operating Manual contains important information regarding the operation and care of this player. Be sure to read this manual carefully and follow these instructions in order to keep it performing and sounding its best.
Unpacking At this point we can assume that you have successfully opened the box flaps and found this manual. These boxes were designed to ensure the safe transport of the SFCD 1. Sonic Frontiers strongly recommends the storage of these boxes in a safe, dry place. In the event that the SFCD 1 may have to be shipped in the future, the original boxes are the best means for the protection and safety of the player during transportation.
Quick Setup At this point we urge you to read and understand this manual in its entirety. But if you desire immediate action and have skill and/or past experience with tube hardware, follow these steps. 1. Place the player on a hard, flat, level surface. 2. Place the 6922 tubes in the tube sockets and secure the cover in place with air vents situated at the front of the unit. THE SFCD 1 IS NOT TO BE OPERATED WITH THE COVER OFF. THERE IS INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN THE COVER IS OFF.
Reference Diagrams This drawing is referred to as the “Chassis” within the instructional text. A “A” indicates the tube socket location for the 6922 tubes labeled V500 and V600. Inspection of the printed board around the tube sockets reveals labels designating the sockets V500 and V600. B “B” designates the location of the already installed fuse.
This drawing is referred to as the “Front Panel” within the instructional text. This drawing is referred to as the “Rear Panel” within the instructional text. This drawing is referred to as the “Remote Control” within the instructional text.
Reference Diagram Labels C Loading Drawer D HDCD® LED E Display Window (Controls F thru M are also situated on the Remote Control) F Load Button G Play Button H Pause Button I Stop Button J Search Forward and Reverse Buttons K Skip Forward and Reverse Buttons L Shuffle Button M Standby/Power Button N Main Power Switch O Detachable Power Cord Socket P Left and Right Channel RCA Single-Ended Audio Output Connectors Q Left and Right Channel Balanced XLR Audio Output Connectors R
Installing the Tubes Be sure the SFCD 1 is OFF (Main Power Switch on the rear panel in the “off” position) and the AC power cord is detached before installing any tubes or when any of the tube sockets are empty. Wearing the cotton gloves provided with the SFCD 1 when handling tubes will prevent skin oils from depositing on the glass surface of the tubes. The oils could cause the tubes to become “gassy” and fail prematurely.
Controls, Functions and Connections Front Panel Refer to Reference Diagrams. C Loading Drawer This is the mechanism for loading CDs for play in the SFCD-1. The drawer is opened by depressing the LOAD (F) button. A CD is placed in the tray‘s circular depression, label side up and lying flat. The drawer is closed, and the CD is loaded for play, by depressing the LOAD (F) or PLAY (G) buttons.
M Standby Button (Power Button on the remote control) Rear Panel When depressed, this button will allow power to the player for full-function control. When this button is “off” and the MAIN POWER SWITCH (N) is “on”, a small amount of current will remain flowing through the tubes and certain sections of the player. This reduces power consumption and extends tube life during periodic short term use. This feature will keep optimal warm-up times shorter.
Remaining Remote Control Functions Refer to Reference Diagrams and to Front Panel Control descriptions. S Numeric Keypad* This keypad allows tracks to be selected directly. Punch the desired track number and then the next function (either PLAY or PROGRAM) to complete the selection. T Program Button* Tracks selected through the KEYPAD (S) or SKIP (K) buttons may be programmed for desired playback order by selecting a desired track then pushing the program button.
Care and Maintenance Placement The SFCD 1 must be placed on a hard, flat, level surface with plenty of unobstructed space around the player to allow for free movement of air for proper cooling. At no time should the air vents be covered or obstructed in any way. How do I know when to replace the tubes? Small signal tubes such as the 6922s generally age very slowly. A lack of dynamics or a channel that mysteriously stops working are some indications which could point to a malfunctioning tube.
Safety Instructions 1. Water and Moisture - This product should not be used near water. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. 2. Heat - This product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances which produce heat. 3. Power Sources - This product should be connected to an AC power source of the proper rated voltage.
Warranty Disclaimer of Liability Under no circumstances does Sonic Frontiers, Inc. assume liability or responsibility for injury or damages sustained in the use or operation of this equipment or for damages to any other equipment connected to it. Sonic Frontiers, Inc. reserves the right to make design changes or improvements without the obligation to revise prior versions. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Limited Five Year Warranty Sonic Frontiers, Inc.
Specifications Note: Specifications ratings based on the nominal power line input. Intrinsic Jitter <8ps measured over bandwidth from DC to 40kHz Power Supply 3 toroidal power transformers featuring 12 stages of regulation Transport Mechanism Philips CDM 12.
