Owner`s manual

REPEAT [REP]: Press REPEAT once to repeat the entire
disc continuously (“REPEAT” lights up on display). Press
REPEAT once more to continuously repeat the track now
playing (“REPEAT 1” lights up on display). Press REPEAT
once again to discontinue track repeat mode.
Note: The FAST and DISC buttons on the remote control
unit are not used.
CD Door Functions/Warnings
• Do not attempt to play a CD without first installing the
supplied CD3 magnetic disc clamp on the CD.
• Use only the supplied CD3 clamp in your CD3 player.
• CD door must be fully closed for the CD3 to operate.
• All front panel and remote control functions and display
are deactivated when CD door is open (defaults to
STANDBY mode), to prevent exposure to laser. Do not at-
tempt to bypass this lockout feature. The CD3 will stop
playing and go into STANDBY mode if the CD door is
opened while running.
• If the CD door is closed without a CD in the player and
the CD3 is powered up and out of STANDBY mode, the
display will read "No disc".
• If a CD is inserted in the CD3, the CD door is fully closed
and the CD3 is powered up (out of STANDBY mode), the
CD will spin for a few seconds while the track informa-
tion is accessed. The number of tracks and total disc time
will then be displayed, indicating the CD is ready to play.
• Keep the CD door closed when the CD3 is not in use to
keep dust out of the lens and drive area.
Maintenance
THE CDs
• Keep the shiny surface of the CD clean and free of
scratches. Use a soft lint-free cloth and always wipe the
CD in a straight line from center to outer edge.
• Never use cleaning agents for conventional records on
CDs.
• Detergents or abrasive cleaning agents should not be used
on CDs.
PROBLEMS AND THEIR LIKELY CAUSES
If a problem occurs, run through the points listed below
before taking your player in for repair.
Check whether:
– condensation has formed on the lens of the laser due to
a dramatic change in temperature; this will disappear
naturally after some time.
– the CD has been inserted correctly with the printed side
up and that there is a CD in the compartment and the
cover is fully closed.
– the CD is dirty, badly scratched, warped or defective.
– the player has been inadvertently connected to the
PHONO inputs of the preamplifier.
If the problem remains, try to clear it by switching
the player off and on again, or unplugging it and plugging it
in again. If this also fails to help, consult your Audio
Research dealer.
Under no circumstances should you repair the
player yourself as this will invalidate the warranty!
Connections
The CD3 offers two standard digital output options. Which
option is best for your system will depend on your personal
listening preference, the nature of your system installation
requirements, and the options allowed by your external
digital processor.
WARNING: The digital outputs supply only a digital signal
and should therefore only be connected to an input which
is suitable for this signal. Never connect either of these
digital outputs to a non-digital input of a preamplifier (such
as those labeled CD, AUX, PHONO, TAPE, etc.) or to a
power amplifier. To do so is to risk damage to your system
and may void any or all warranties involved.
Digital Outputs
BNC COAXIAL: Use 75-ohm impedance coaxial cable with
locking BNC-type connectors. An RCA/BNC adaptor is also
supplied.
BALANCED XLR: For connection to digital processors
having the AES/EBU-Standard interface.
Analog Outputs
SINGLE-ENDED (RCA): For connection to the inputs of a
line-level preamplifier or integrated amplifier,
BALANCED (XLR): For connection to the balanced inputs
of a line-level preamplifier.
Installation Instructions
While the CD3 does not dissipate an unusual amount of
heat, it is important that it be provided with reasonable air-
flow to assure long, trouble-free operation. In addition, the
following installation guidelines will help insure maximum
sonic performance as well as reliable service.
1. Upright and level horizontal mounting is mandatory,
preferrably on solid, non-metal shelving.
2. Do not stack the CD3 on top of another component: not
only could this cause overheating, but hum may be
introduced into the system.
Model CD3
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