Using your CD player

COMPACT DISC PLAYER

CD82

24 BIT DUAL MONO DACS

LOAD

PLAY

STOP

PAUSE

TRACK

POWER

English

2

3 4 5

6

7

1

POWER 1

Press this button to switch the CD player on and off. When first powered up with no CD installed the display shows:

--NO DISC--

LOAD 2

To install a CD, press LOAD (or OPEN on the remote control). The CD tray opens – it accepts 12cm and 8cm discs. Place the CD in the tray with the label facing uppermost. Press LOAD again (or press PLAY, or gently push the tray in 5mm) to close the tray. You will see the total number of tracks and total disc time, for example…

SKIP TRACK 7

To start a CD with a track other than the first, press or to locate the desired track.

To select another track during play, press or . The track is played automatically after selection. Pressing once returns to the start of the current track. To select the previous track, press twice quickly. To go back two tracks, press three times, and so on.

CDs with text

Load

You will see the total number of tracks and the total disc time with ‘CD TEXT’ illuminated in the display. The artist and album title scrolls across the display before returning to show the artist and total number of tracks.

TRACK INDEX

 

MIN SEC

8

1

52.19

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8

TRACK

INDEX

MIN

SEC

ANASTACIA

CD TEXT

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10

11 12

The display returns to ‘0’ after a few seconds. The disc is now ready to play.

PLAY 3

Press to play the CD. To restart from track 1, press STOP and then PLAY.

Make sure your amplifier’s input source selector is set to the correct input.

STOP 4

Press to stop the CD playing. The display shows ‘0’ and the number of tracks.

Play

The track number is briefly displayed, followed by the track title scrolling across the display. The display returns to showing the track number and time.

Track selection

When a new track is selected, the track number is briefly displayed, followed by the track title scrolling across the display. The display returns to showing the track number and time.

PAUSE 5

Press to pause the disc (interrupt play).

Press PAUSE again, or PLAY to resume play from the same point.

SEARCH 6

Press to search backwards, or to search forwards for a particular passage within the currently playing track. If the player is in ‘PAUSE’ mode the search is made at high speed with the sound muted.

NOTE: The track title is always displayed when a track is selected, either for playing or programming.

The artist is always displayed when the disc is stopped. The TITLE button turns the text display off.

The text display supports English only.

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Arcam CD82, CD72 manual Using your CD player, CDs with text

CD82, CD72 specifications

The Arcam CD72 and CD92 are both renowned models in the realm of high-fidelity audio, offering exceptional sound quality and build characteristics that appeal to both audiophiles and casual listeners alike. As part of Arcam's commitment to producing top-tier music playback solutions, both of these CD players have garnered praise for their engineering and performance.

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Additionally, both models support CD-R and CD-RW formats, making them versatile for various media. The ergonomic design of the players, combined with intuitive controls, ensures that users can navigate through their music collections with ease and convenience.

The remote control functionality further adds to user experience, allowing for seamless operation from a distance. Both CD72 and CD92 are also compatible with digital output for those looking to connect to external DACs or integrate into more extensive audio systems.

In summary, the Arcam CD72 and CD92 stand as testaments to the brand’s dedication to delivering high-quality audio experiences. With their advanced technologies, solid build quality, and user-centered designs, these CD players have solidified their positions as excellent choices for anyone serious about their music playback needs. Whether experiencing the nuanced soundscapes from the CD72 or the refined clarity of the CD92, users are bound to appreciate the artistry and craftsmanship inherent in these devices.