CD 303 T SACD O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O OW N ER’ S MA NU A L Professional Version Super Audio CD Player NOTE: Before installing your new component, please read this manual carefully as it will inform you of the product specifications, proper installation and correct operating procedures for your unit.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions .......................................................... 2 Welcome Product Overview ................................................................................ 5 Unpacking and Installation .................................................................. 6 Specifications ....................................................................................... 8 Controls & Displays Front Panel ..............................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: The triangle with the lightning flash symbol displayed on the unit advises the user of dangerous uninsulated voltage inside the product’s enclosure. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside; it is recommended that only qualified personnel service this component.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 15. REPLACEMENT PARTS: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those having the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 16. SAFETY CHECK: Upon completion of any service or repairs to the unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to ensure the unit is in proper operating condition. 17.
WELCOME PRODUCT OVERVIEW Following the tremendous success of the 303 line of CD players, the new Cary Audio Design CD 303T SACD Professional Version includes the latest in SACD, HDCD and CD playback technology. The CD 303T SACD Professional Version has been completely redesigned from the ground up, modeling the tremendously successful CD 306 Pro. HDCD decoding is accomplished within the new CD 303T using the absolute latest available software.
SPECIFICATIONS UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION Unpacking Your Cary Audio Design product was shipped in a carton particularly designed to protect its contents, and special care has been taken to prevent damage during shipping. Carefully remove your new component from its packing carton and examine it closely for signs of shipping damage. If shipping damage is discovered, document the damage with photographs, contact the transport carrier immediately, and retain the packing as evidence.
SPECIFICATIONS Operating the CD 303T SACD Professional Version 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 occur. Please read this manual carefully before operating your new CD 303T SACD Professional Version. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................
SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO (CD) ................................................................................................................................................ Frequency Range 2 Hz - 22 kHz (44.1 kHz) ................................................................................................................................................ Amplitude Linearity 0.1 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz) ...............................................................................................................
CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS FRONT PANEL 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 CD 303T SACD SUPER AUDIO CD PLAYER Professional Version DIGITAL ANALOG OUTPUT OUTPUT SAMPLE-RATE CONVERTER TUBE OUTPUT POWER 1 2 3 4 5 2CH/MULTI CH CD/SACD USB COAXIAL TOSLINK OPEN/CLOSE PLAY STOP PREV. NEXT 6 7 8 9 10 1. POWER Press once to turn the power on. Press again to turn power off. 2. DIGITAL OUTPUT SAMPLE-RATE CONVERTER (CD only) This switches the digital output sample-rate converter mode. 44.
CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS 8. STOP Press this button to stop playback. 9. AUTOMATIC SEARCH REVERSE Press this button to return the pickup to the beginning of the current track. Press again to return to previous tracks. 10. AUTOMATIC SEARCH FORWARD Press this button to move the pickup forward to the beginning of the next track. Press again to move ahead to other tracks. 11. EXTERNAL IN TOSLINK (OPTICAL) Press to select the program source connected to the digital input jack TOSLINK (Optical). 12.
CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS REAR PANEL 13 12 11 10 44.1kHz-192kHz DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUTS AC POWER AES/EBU COAXIAL TOSLINK [ ] 117V 50/60 Hz [ ] 220V 50/60 Hz are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Pacific Microsonics, Inc. in the United States and /or other countries . HDCD system manufactured under license from Pacific Microsonics, Inc. This product is covered by one or more of the following : Country Patent No.
CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS 8. RS 232 JACK Use this jack for connection to computer control. 9. POWER INPUT (AC IN) Connect to AC mains using the included power supply cord. 10. SOFTWARE UPGRADE PORT 11. DIGITAL OUTPUT JACK (TOSLINK) 44.1 kHz – 192 kHz digital data output from this jack. With SACD discs, no digital signals are delivered from Super Audio CD discs. 12. DIGITAL OUTPUT JACK (COAXIAL) 44.1 kHz - 192 kHz digital data output from this jack.
CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS REMOTE CONTROL 1. POWER: Use to turn the power on and off. 2. PROGRAM: Preset tracks to be played by keying in track numbers. When using PROGRAM function, the player must be in STOP mode. 3. NUMBER: Use the number buttons to select a track. Playback starts from the selected track. 4. TIME: Displays the remaining time of a track or it displays the total remaining time of a disc. 5. STOP: Use to stop play. 6. BRIGHT: Use to select the player display brightness level. 7.
CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS 18. MUTE: Use to mute and resume sound. 18 19 PROGRAM DELETE RANDOM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 TIME 0 20 21 I BR G SA HT CD /C 22 D 23 D I TE X SP T LA Y I C D LT SA MU / H 2C 24 ANALOG UPSAMPLING MODE 96 44.1 192 19. RANDOM: Use to play all the tracks on the disc once in random order. 20. REPEAT: Use to repeat play. Press once for single track, press a second time to repeat all tracks, and press a third time to clear. 21.
PLAYBACK STARTING PLAYBACK CD 303T SACD SUPER AUDIO CD PLAYER Professional Version DIGITAL ANALOG OUTPUT OUTPUT SAMPLE-RATE CONVERTER TUBE OUTPUT POWER 1 3 4 2CH/MULTI CH CD/SACD USB COAXIAL TOSLINK OPEN/CLOSE PLAY STOP PREV. NEXT 2 5 1. Press the POWER button to turn the power on. 2. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button. The disc holder opens. 3. Load the disc you want to play. 4. For SACD, use the 2CH/MULTI CHANNEL button to set the layer to be played, as necessary. 5. Press the PLAY button.
PLAYBACK VARIOUS PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS (REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ONLY) Playing a Specific Track [Direct Play] 1. Use the number buttons and “+ 10” button to select the desired track. Playback starts from the selected track. Stopping Playback Temporarily [Pause] 1. During playback, press the PAUSE button on the remote control unit. 2. To resume playback from the position at which the disc is paused, press PLAY button. Automatic Search 1. Press the NEXT button.
PLAYBACK Finding the Desired Spot While Listening to the Sound Use this function to skip forward or backward while listening to the sound. This function comes in handy for finding a particular spot in the middle of long tracks. 1. During playback, press and hold in the button. • When the button is released, normal playback resumes from that point. 2. During playback, press and hold in the button. • When the button is released, normal playback resumes from that point.
PLAYBACK Repeat Play [Repeat Play] This button is used to play all the tracks repeatedly using this sequence: 1. In the PLAY mode, press the REPEAT button twice. • The "RepAll" indicator becomes illuminated. • To cancel the all-track repeat mode, press the REPEAT button three times. Also, this button is used to play a single track repeatedly using this sequence: 1. During playback, press the REPEAT button once. • The "Rep-1" indicator lights.
PLAYBACK SETTING THE TOP PRIORITY PLAYBACK LAYER (SACD ONLY) The factory default setting for the top priority playback of the SACD disc layer is the SACD (stereo) layer. The user can change the SACD disc layer for top priority playback after the disc is loaded. CD 303T SACD SUPER AUDIO CD PLAYER Professional Version DIGITAL ANALOG OUTPUT OUTPUT SAMPLE-RATE CONVERTER TUBE OUTPUT POWER 1 2CH/MULTI CH CD/SACD USB COAXIAL TOSLINK OPEN/CLOSE PLAY STOP PREV. NEXT 3 1.
DIGITAL TO ANALOG CONVERTER USING AS A DIGITAL TO ANALOG (D/A) CONVERTER CD 303T SACD SUPER AUDIO CD PLAYER Professional Version DIGITAL ANALOG OUTPUT OUTPUT SAMPLE-RATE CONVERTER TUBE OUTPUT POWER 2CH/MULTI CH CD/SACD USB COAXIAL TOSLINK OPEN/CLOSE PLAY STOP PREV. NEXT 2 1 1. Press the POWER button to turn the power on. 2. Press the desired digital input button: USB, COAXIAL, or TOSLINK button. 3.
USE WITH A COMPUTER USE WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER If your Windows computer does not meet these minimum requirements, you may experience lagging of audio and possible freezing of your computer during operation: • Microsoft Windows XP (with SP2) or Microsoft Windows Vista or Microsoft Windows 7 • Available USB 2.0 port (High speed for USB2.
SERVICE AND CARE CARE AND CLEANING Unplug the unit from the wall outlet. Clean the cabinet housing and front panel of the CD 303T SACD Professional Version with a soft cloth and a glass cleaner (such as Windex). Removing the cover during cleaning is not advised. The frequency of cleaning will vary based on the cleanliness of the environment and the number of hours the CD 303T SACD Professional Version is operated.
UNITED STATES LIMITED WARRANTY Cary Audio Design warrants to the original United States purchaser for use in the United States that Cary Audio Design vacuum tube or solid-state power amplifiers, surround sound processors, or preamplifiers shall be free from defects in parts or workmanship for three years from the date of the original purchase.
UNITED STATES LIMITED WARRANTY INTERNATIONAL PURCHASERS (Export markets) Cary Audio Design warrants its merchandise to purchasers within the United States exclusively for use within the United States of America. It provides no other warranties, expressed or implied. If you are living outside the USA, please consult your local dealer or distributor to determine the details of your local warranty.
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