Perreaux CD Player owner manual Introducing the Perreaux CD1 Compact Disc Player

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Introducing the Perreaux CD1 Compact Disc Player

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Introducing the Perreaux CD1 Compact Disc Player

Features at a Glance

Congratulations on your Perreaux CD1 purchase. To realise the full potential of your unit you need to appreciate all aspects of its operation.

Before installing the CD1 into your system, read the entire manual carefully. Endeavour to understand every detail by familiarising yourself with the controls and features as you read. You will find it easier to install using the relevant sections of this manual as a reference.

We have attempted to explain every feature and operational facet clearly and concisely. In the event that something is still unclear to you, your Perreaux dealer will be happy to assist you further.

Read this manual, install your unit correctly and realise the sonic significance of your investment in Perreaux.

Perreaux products are designed to provide the utmost in sonic realism and electronic reliability with a functional yet elegant appearance that reflects the care and craftsmanship applied during all stages of construction.

Rugged build quality

Multiple regulated power supplies

Burr Brown DAC

High speed processing with 96kHz over-sampling

Balanced analog outputs

Digital output

Full function infrared remote control

To maintain the consistently high quality that you expect from us, and we expect from ourselves, Perreaux products are handcrafted.

We maintain the human-link throughout, from design and construction, through to the ultimate test, your music, your system, your ears.

Because we too listen to our products, we know that with your Perreaux you will discover many more of the musical secrets we strive to reveal.

From all of us at Perreaux Industries Limited, thank you for choosing the Perreaux CD1 compact disc player.

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Contents Compact Disc Player Prisma CD1Perreaux Industries Limited makes no warranty for the use of its products, other than those expressly contained in the warranty detailed herein. The Company assumes no responsibility for any errors which may appear in this document, reserves the right to change products or specifications detailed herein at any time without notice, and does not make any commitment to update the information contained herein. No licenses to patents or other intellectual property of Perreaux are granted by the Company in connection with the sale of Perreaux products, expressly or by implication Introducing the Perreaux CD1 Compact Disc Player ii Important Safety Instructions i ii iii 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Table of Contents1 Unpacking and Placement Instant Install ‘O/C’ Button Front Panel FunctionsVacuum Fluorescent Display ‘RPT’ Button‘’ Button HDCD Indicator‘STBY’ Button IR SensorBalanced Analog Output Rear Panel FunctionsDigital Output Unbalanced Analog OutputSerial Number AC Mains Input and Fuse AC Mains Input 5 Remote Control Functions Pause Direct AccessTrack Forward / Track Backward PlayREPEAT 1 REPEAT ALL CANCEL 6 Special Design Philosophies John Pawson writes Rugged Build Quality Multiple Regulated Power Supplies Burr Brown DAC Balanced Analog OutputSpecial Design Features 8Maximising System Potential Interconnects and Speaker CablesPositioning Ancillary Equipment Final Thoughts Never apply liquid directly to the CD1 Care and MaintenanceRegular Cleaning Cover Front Paneland Obtaining Service Warranty InformationExtended Warranty Registration Form3 Year Extended Warranty Form Earth Loops 12 Faultfinding Your SystemCause and Elimination of Hum Induced HumSOURCE AMPLIFIER Identifying and Isolating ProblemsBroken Earth Connections Initial system connectionsSOURCE AMPLIFIER B Step 1 - LoudspeakersStep 2 - Loudspeaker Leads Step 3a - Inputs ChannelsStep 3b - Inputs Interconnects Faultfinding Flowchart 13Specifications Total Harmonic Distortion THD+N 430mm 16.9”105dB Signal to Noise RatioIntermodulation Distortion 0.004% @ 1kHzPhysical Dimensions New Zealand Ph +64 3 489 Fax +64 Contact DetailsInstallation Notes