Using this handbook
This handbook has been designed to give you all the
information you need to install, connect, set up and use the
Arcam CD72 or CD92 compact disc players. The CR-314
remote control handset supplied with this equipment is also
described, as it applies to operating the CD players.
Safety
Safety guidelines are set out on the inside front cover of this
handbook.
Many of these items are common sense precautions, but for
your own safety, and to ensure that you do not damage the unit,
we strongly recommend that you read them.
Models covered
This handbook covers two CD players:
CD72
CD92
These use the same basic chassis and mechanics and the
controls are identical. They differ in the audio path electronics
used. The CD72 can be upgraded to CD92 specifi cation by
installing the appropriate Arcam upgrade kit. Please consult
your Arcam dealer.
CD72 player
This has a Delta-Sigma DAC (Digital to Analogue Converter) with
24-bit fi ltering.
CD92 player
The CD92 incorporates the unique dCS Ring DAC
delivers state-of-the-art performance from its revolutionary
24-bit technology.
This new DAC is the result of a partnership between two
British companies – Arcam and dCS (Data Conversion Systems
Ltd), the world's leading supplier of professional audio ADCs
and DACs. Ring DAC technology exhibits exceptionally linear
response when decoding digital audio data, with the ability to
resolve the fi nest acoustic details recorded on a compact disc.
In the CD92, 24-bit digital fi ltering is provided by the Pacifi c
Microsonics digital fi lter, which also performs HDCD
Defi nition Compatible Digital) decoding of suitably encoded
CDs. The sonic performance of the CD92 makes it one of the
very best CD players currently available.
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Contents
Safety guidelines
Safety instructions
Safety compliance
Using this handbook
Safety
Models covered
Installation
Positioning the unit
Connecting to other equipment
Connecting to a power supply
CD72 rear panel
CD92 rear panel
Using your CD player
CDs with text
Using the remote control
CR-314 remote control
Technical specifi cation
Guarantee
On-line registration
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