Cambridge Audio 640C user manual Introduction, Contents

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this Cambridge Audio azur range CD player. It is the result of our most extensive ever research and development program in over three decades of producing quality audio products. We hope that you will appreciate the results and enjoy many years of listening pleasure.

About this unit

The azur range utilises a highly advanced control system that has been custom designed for Cambridge Audio. At the heart of this system is a VLSI (very large scale integration) circuit which dynamically adjusts the focusing, tracking and output level of the laser for the maximum retrieval of digital information. Some models also feature separate digital and analogue stabilised power supplies and high quality clock modules, employing jitter regulation, which are coupled to the latest Wolfson DACs and digital filters to give an outstanding level of performance and reliability.

This attention to detail has resulted in CD players that are convincing in the reproduction of both tonal colour and dynamic contrast, deliver a vibrant and fluid performance with music of all types and are therefore musically very involving.

To gain the greatest musical rewards from this equipment we would encourage you to use only high quality amplification and revealing loudspeakers. We particularly recommend amplification from the Cambridge Audio azur range, which has been designed to the same exacting standards as our CD players.

Interconnects and speaker cables are also something that shouldn't be overlooked. Please do not compromise your system's performance by

540C/640C Compact disc player

using poor quality cables to connect your azur Compact Disk player to your amplifier or the amplifiers output to your loudspeakers. A system is only as good as its weakest link. For this reason we do not include cheap "freebie" cables with any of our units. Your dealer can supply quality Cambridge Audio interconnects that will ensure your whole system realises its full potential.

Now we invite you to sit back, relax and enjoy!

Matthew Bramble

 

Technical Director

 

CONTENTS

 

Limited warranty

2

Introduction

3

Safety precautions

4

Installation

5

Rear panel connections

6-7

Front Panel Controls

6-7

Operating instructions

8

Troubleshooting

11

Specifications

11

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Contents Azur 540C/640C Limited Warranty Introduction ContentsSafety Precautions Checking the power supply ratingPlug fitting instructions UK only Important note InstallationFront Panel Controls Rear Panel ConnectionsAzur 640C Locating a specific track Operating InstructionsLoading and unloading discs Normal disc playRepeating discs and tracks Using the intro functionUsing the A-B function Locating a particular point in a trackProgramming disc play Using the Remain functionUsing the Space function Using the remote handsetSpecifications TroubleshootingHaftungsbeschränkung Einleitung InhaltEinige Details Überprüfung der Netzspannung SicherheitshinweiseWichtige Anmerkung Bedienelemente AUF DER Frontseite Anschlüsse AUF DER GeräterückseiteAzur 640C Titelsprung-Funktion BedienungshinweiseEinlegen und Entnehmen von CDs CD WiedergabeAnspielfunktion Suchlauf-FunktionrWiederabspielen der ganzen CD oder eines bestimmten Titels Abspielen von Titeln in zufälliger ReihenfolgeExtrafunktionen der Fernbedienung Anzeige der RestlaufzeitEinfügen von verlängerten Pausen Programmierte WiedergabeTechnische Daten ProblembehandlungGarantie Limitée Propos de cet appareil SommaireVérification de la puissance de lalimentation Consignes DE SécuritéRemarque importante Connexions Panneau Arrière Commandes Panneau AvantAzur 640C Lecture dune piste en particulier Mode DémploiCharger et retirer un disque Lecture de disque normaleUtilisation de la fonction Intro Trouver un passage précis dans un morceauLecture répétée des disques et des pistes Lecture aléatoire des pistesProgrammation de la lecture Utilisation de la télécommandeUtilisation de la fonction Remain Restant Utilisation de la fonction Space intervalleSpécifications Techniques DépannageGarantía Limitada Introducción ÍndiceAcerca de esta unidad Precauciones DE Seguridad Nota importante InstalaciónControles DEL Panel Frontal Conexiones DEL Panel TraseroAzur 640C Modo de hallar una pista específica Instrucciones DE FuncionamientoCarga y descarga de los discos Reproducción normal de discosUtilización de la función de Intro Modo de hallar un punto en particular en una pistaRepetición de discos y pistas Reproducción de las pistas en orden aleatorioUtilización del mando a distancia Utilización de la función Remain RestanteUtilización de la función Space Espacio Programación del reproductor de discosEspecificaciones Resolución DE FallosCON Ogni Difetto Limiti DI GaranziaIntroduzione IndiceDati su questa unità Controllo della tensione di alimentazione Precauzioni DI SicurezzaInstallazione Comandi Quadro Frontale Collegamento Quadro PosterioreAzur 640C Individuazione di un brano specifico Istruzioni PER IL FunzionamentoInserimento e rimozione di dischi Lettura del disco normaleUso della funzione intro Individuazione di un punto particolare di un branoRipetizione di dischi e brani Lettura di brani a casoUso del telecomando Uso della funzione RemainUso della funzione Space Programmazione della lettura del discoSpecifiche Risoluzione DEI ProblemiBeperkte Garantie Inleiding InhoudOver dit apparaat De stroomspanning controleren VeiligheidsvoorschriftenBelangrijke opmerking InstallatieBedieningselementen OP HET Voorpaneel AchterpaneelaansluitingenAzur 640C Het zoeken van een bepaald nummer BedieningsinstructiesHet laden en uitnemen van cds Normaal afspelenDe functie Intro Het zoeken naar een bepaald punt in een nummerNummers en cds herhalen Nummers in willekeurige volgorde afspelenDe afstandsbediening gebruiken De functie RemainDe functie Space Het afspelen programmerenSpecificaties ProbleemoplossingBegrænset Garanti Indledning IndholdOm dette apparat Kontrol af netspændingen SikkerhedsforanstaltningerVigtigt InstalleringBetjeningsknapper PÅ Frontpanel Tilslutninger PÅ BagpanelAzur 640C Sådan finder du et bestemt nummer BetjeningsvejledningIsætning og udtagning af CD Almindelig CD-afspillerSådan bruger du intro-funktionen Sådan finder du et bestemt punkt i et nummerGentag CDer og numre Sådan spiller du numrene i vilkårlig rækkefølgeSådan bruger du fjernbetjeningen Sådan bruger du funktionen restSådan bruger du funktionen plads Sådan programmerer du CD-afspilningSpecifikationer FejlfindingОграниченная Гарантия Введение Правила Техники Безопасности Установка Подсоединения НА Задней Панели Azur 640C Указания ПО Эксплуатации Обнаружение указанной точки в пределах трека Использование функции Remain Остаток Выявление Неисправностей Page Проигрыватель компакт-дисков типа 540C/640C Azur 540C/640C

640C specifications

Cambridge Audio has long been known for producing high-quality audio products, and the 640C CD player exemplifies this commitment to excellence. First introduced in the early 2000s, the 640C garnered significant acclaim for its exceptional sound performance and robust build quality, making it a favorite among audiophiles and music enthusiasts.

At the heart of the 640C is its proprietary digital-to-analog converter (DAC). This DAC is key in delivering the rich, detailed sound that Cambridge Audio is renowned for. The 640C uses a high-quality Wolfson DAC, which is specifically designed to minimize distortion and maximize clarity, allowing listeners to fully appreciate the nuances in their music. This, combined with the player’s well-designed analog output stage, ensures that the sound produced is both informative and engaging.

One notable feature of the 640C is its dual-wolfson DAC architecture. This design allows the player to process both channels separately, significantly enhancing the stereo imaging and depth of sound. Coupled with a low-jitter clock, the player achieves precise timing, thus enhancing the overall resolution of the audio output. Users can expect crisp highs, detailed mids, and firm bass, which contribute to a balanced and natural sound profile.

Another technology that sets the 640C apart is its excellent build quality. Constructed with a solid metal chassis, the player is designed to minimize vibrations that can interfere with audio playback. The internal components are carefully mounted and shielded to further reduce interference and noise, ensuring that the audio signal remains pristine.

The 640C also features a user-friendly interface, with an intuitive remote control that allows easy navigation through CDs and track listings. The player is compatible with various disc formats, including standard audio CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs, making it versatile for handling different media. The inclusion of a digital output enables users to connect the player to external DACs or digital audio systems, enhancing flexibility in audio setups.

In summary, the Cambridge Audio 640C CD player blends high-fidelity sound reproduction with thoughtful engineering and robust construction. Its dual-wolfson DAC setup and low-jitter technology provide exceptional audio quality, while its user-friendly design ensures easy operation. For those seeking a reliable, high-performance CD player, the 640C continues to stand out as a timeless choice in the expansive world of audio equipment.
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