OPERATIONS

15. Relay-Play

In the Relay-operation, the device automatically switches to the other player after the current track is played.

In this way, you have the possibility to automate the play features between the two CDs. As soon as the current track of CD1 is finished, the player automatically starts CD2. The first CD-player goes into Pause-mode. You can enter a new CD or memorize a Cue-point at the respective player in the Pause-Mode.

To initiate single relay play:

Press the SGL (Single-button); The display shows “SINGLE” on both CD-players. Then press both PROG. & SGL buttons simultaneously until the track indicator blinks (on both LCDs). Start playback of CD1. In the Single-mode, the device automatically starts with the playback of the other CD-player of the other CD-player at the end of the track. This can be changed to continuous by pressing the SGL (single) button once. In continuous mode the entire CD has to play before the second player automatically starts.

***Note*** During the Relay-operation, the Faderstart function is disabled. CAUTION: The Relay-operation does not work properly if the two CD-players are connected to different power amplifiers.

BEFORE SWITCHING OFF THE POWER

When you have finished using the CD player, before switching off the power, be sure that the disc holder had been closed with the OPEN/CLOSE button.

CAUTION:

Do not forcibly close the disc holder when the power is off.

POWER OFF

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Do not switch off the power when the disc holder is open.

POWER OFF

Switch off the power after the disc holder has been closed with the OPEN/CLOSE button.

COMPACT DISCS

1. Precautions on handling compact discs

yDo not allow fingerprints, oil or dust to get on the surface of the disc.

If the disc is dirty, wipe it off with a soft dry cloth.

yDo not use benzene, thinner, water, record spray, electrostatic-proof chemicals, or silicone-treated cloths to clean discs.

yAlways handle discs carefully to prevent damaging the surface; in particular when removing a disc from its case or returning it.

yDo not bend the disc.

yDo not apply heat.

yDo not enlarge the hole in the center of the disc.

yDo not write on the label (printed side) with a hard- tipped implement such as a pencil or ball point pen.

yCondensation will form if a disc is brought into a warm area from a colder one, such as outdoors in

winter. Do not attempt to dry the disc with a hair dryer, etc.

2. Precaution on storage

yAfter playing a disc, always unload it from the player.

yAlways store the disc in the jewel case protect from dirt or damage.

yDo not place discs in the following areas:

cAreas exposed to directs sunlight for a considerable time.

dAreas subject to accumulation of dust or high humidity.

eAreas affected by heat from indoor heaters, etc.

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Stanton S.550 user manual Before Switching OFF the Power, Compact Discs, Relay-Play, To initiate single relay play

S.550 specifications

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