PREPARATIONS

1.Checking the Contents

Check that the carton contains the following items:

1) Main unit 2) Pair of RCA cables 3) Operating instructions (this booklet) 4) Power cord

NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

Main Unit

(1)

DIGITAL OUT SOCKET

 

 

Coaxial (S/P DIF) digital output for use with audio

(2) AUDIO OUT

 

devices equipped with coaxial (S/P DIF) digital input

The audio signals from each player are output from

 

such as digital mixing consoles and computer audio

these jacks.

 

cards.

 

(3)

AC IN

 

 

Plug in the power supply cable here.

 

Main Unit

(1)OPEN/CLOSE

Press this button to open and close the disc holder. The main unit also includes OPEN/CLOSE buttons. The disc holder cannot be opened during playback, so stop playback before pressing the button.

(2)TIME (Time Button)

Press this button to switch the time display among the elapsed time and remaining time and total remaining time of the disc.

(3)LCD

(4)REPEAT

To place the unit into REPEAT mode press this button. Once the unit is in REPEAT mode the current track will play until the button is pressed again.

(5)PITCH +/- BUTTON

The CD speeds up while this button is pressed. Release the button to return to the original BPM.

The CD slows down while this button is pressed. Release the button to return to the original BPM.

(6)PITCH RANGE

Choose from pitch percentages of 4%, 8% and 16%.

(7)PITCH LOCK

Use these buttons to enable or disable BPM adjustment with the pitch sliders. BPM adjustment with the pitch sliders is disabled when the PITCH LED lights.

(8)PITCH SLIDER

Use the slider to adjust the CD pitch. Slide up to decrease the pitch, down to increase the pitch.

(9)PLAY/PAUSE

Use this button to start playback. Press once to start playback, once again to set the pause mode, and once

more to resume playback.

(10)SGL/CTN (Single/Continuous Button)

Press this button to switch between single and continuous play modes. SINGLE mode is indicated by the SINGLE indicator on the LCD.

(11)CUE (Cue Button)

Press the CUE button during playback to return to the position at which playback started.

(12)+10

Use the button to skip ahead 10 tracks.

(13)

Use these buttons to go back to the beginning of the current track or select a previous track for playing.

(14),(15)

Press these buttons to perform the scan function during pause mode or during play mode.

(16)

Use these buttons to skip to the next CD track.

(17)POWER (Power ON/OFF Switch

When the POWER switch is pressed, the power turns on.

(18)JOG (JOG dial)

When the dial is turned during CD pause, the point at which the sound is being produced mover by a number of frames corresponding to the number of clicks. Clockwise moves the point forward, counterclockwise moves the point backward.

(19)DISC HOLDER

Place the discs in the holder. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open and close the disc holder.

LCD

(3)~(6)Track, Minute, Second and Frame Displays

These displays indicate information for the CD’s current position and time.

(7)BAR Indicator

These ten indicators provide a visual display of the approximate position of the pickup within the current track.

(8)TOTAL/REMAIN Indicator

When “TOTAL” and “REMAIN” are indicated in the LCD DISPLAY the TIME DESCRIBED in the LCD will define

the total disc remaining time.

(9)SINGLE Indicator

When SINGLE lights off, the CD player will play tracks continuously.

(10) PROG. Indicator

The PROG indicator lights when program mode is set. (11) PITCH DISPLAY

This shows the BPM change range (the BPM changes within a range of +/-16%).

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Stanton C.400 user manual Preparations, Names and Functions, Main Unit

C.400 specifications

The Stanton C.400 is a cutting-edge turntable designed for both audiophiles and professionals in the music industry. It combines modern technology with classic design, offering a superior listening experience alongside advanced features that streamline the vinyl playback process.

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The Stanton C.400 features an adjustable tonearm that allows users to customize the tracking force and anti-skate settings, ensuring optimal performance across a variety of record types and conditions. Its S-shaped tonearm design minimizes distortion and enhances tracking accuracy, contributing to clear and vibrant sound reproduction.

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