Plinius Audio CD101 Input / Output Connection, Termination Quality, Connecting The Mains Supply

INPUT / OUTPUT CONNECTION

It is important that you connect your power or preamplifier/s (outputs) to your Plinius CD101 correctly to ensure the Compact Disc player is not damaged, and sounds its best within your system. Now that you have read and familiarised yourself with the various connections on the Compact Disc player, as covered in previous sections, we will describe in detail how to connect the Compact Disc player to your system.

Connect a pair of RCA inputs from your preamplifier or integrated amplifier to the RCA outputs on the back of the Plinius CD101. Make sure you connect the red coded cable to the red RIGHT RCA input, and the black (or white) cable to the black LEFT RCA input. Also make sure the RCA connectors are a snug fit and are inserted all the way in. If you are using balanced XLR cables take note to ensure the channels are connected with correct polarity, and do not connect RCA and XLR cables at the same time – only one type of interconnect cable should be plugged in at any one time.

TERMINATION QUALITY

Quality of the connections must be examined to ensure that high-performance, trouble-free operation is enjoyed. Check that all interconnection cables are snug fitting and inserted all the way in. In the case of balanced XLR sockets, ensure that they click in positively.

CONNECTING THE MAINS SUPPLY

Now that your Plinius CD101 Compact Disc Player is connected to your system correctly, the mains cable can be plugged into the IEC socket on the rear panel. Re-check all interconnect cables are fitted correctly. Turn on the rear panel power switch. The power LED will vary in brightness for approximately ten seconds as the internal circuitry stabilises. You can now enjoy your new Plinius CD101 Compact Disc Player.

WARM-UP PERIOD

You will find that the Plinius CD101 will become noticeably ‘purer’ in sound after being on for a period of time. We usually recommend waiting at least 24 hours before expecting the best quality of sound reproduction. Also, as the Plinius CD101 uses very little power while on, we suggest leaving the unit turned on so that it will always be at it’s sonic best.

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