Installation and Connections
Important Note: To prevent possible damage to your speakers or other components in your audio system, we strongly recommend that ALL system components, including the CDR 2, be turned off and unplugged from their AC power source when any connections are made or a new component is installed.
Locating the CDR 2
Since the CD transports in the CDR 2 are preci- sion instruments, they are subject to interfer- ence from vibration. To minimize the possibility of skipping during playback or recording, it is recommended that the unit be placed on a level, solid,
When installing the CDR 2 in a cabinet or tight space, always make certain that there is enough room in front of the unit for the disc drawers to open fully, and that there is enough space above the unit so that discs may easily be inserted in the disc drawers.
In addition to the safety considerations outlined on page 4, it is also recommended that the CDR 2 not be placed in a location that is sub- ject to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold, as these conditions may damage the discs used in the player, or the player itself. Note that audio amplifiers or
The unit should also be kept away from sources of water or damp conditions.
Connections to Your Audio System When connecting the CDR 2, think of the process as if your were connecting a standard CD player and a tape or cassette recorder, with the addition of the digital connections.
Play-Deck Connections
The
processor. For best playback results, a digital connection is recommended, using either the coaxial ¢ or optical » outputs. Connect them to the matching coax or optical inputs of your receiver, preamp, processor or external digital decoder. Note that you may have to change a setting on the receiver or processor to link the digital input to the “CD” button or input selec- tor. Consult the owner’s manual on that device for details, as this configuration may vary from unit to unit.
Record-Deck Connections
The
a standard tape recorder, this might make it easier for your select it as an input. Connect the analog
To play the output of the Record Deck through the digital decoder in your receiver or an exter- nal processor, connect the CDR
To make recordings from external digital sources, such as a CD, DVD or MD player, con- nect the CDR
¦jacks on the CDR to the digital output jacks on your receiver or processor. If your receiver does not have
Connections to a portable digital CD or MD player may also be made by connecting the Coax Digital Output of the player to the Front- Panel Digital Input 6 on the CDR 2. Note that when both are digital inputs are connected, the CDR 2 will give priority to the
IMPORTANT NOTES ON DIGITAL
CONNECTIONS:
COAX CONNECTIONS: Although
OPTICAL CONNECTIONS: There are a number of different types of optical connections, so make certain that you use only “TOS” type opti- cal cables with the CDR 2. To ensure proper connection of optical cables, fully insert them into the jack until there is an audible click. This tells you that the connector has been completely inserted. Remember to save the plastic dust caps that cover the optical jacks, and replace them when a jack is not in use to prevent dust from entering the connection point.