2. Functions and Controls

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2-1. Main Unit (Front Panel)

1POWER switch

Turns the power on and off. The tray LEDs light when power is supplied.

When Timer start function is on, playback begins when power is supplied.

2Disc trays

Insert CD into these trays, label side upwards.

3Tray LEDs

Lights when power is supplied.

4OPEN keys

Open and close the appropriate tray.

NOTE

These keys cannot be used when direct mode (Preset menu: page 23) is off and disc is being played back.

2-2. Main Unit (Rear Panel)

5OUTPUT jacks (RCA)

RCA connectors providing line level output signals, one set each for discs 1 and 2.

6DIGITAL OUTPUT (COAXIAL, S/PDIF)

Coaxial connectors provide digital output signals. These connectors can output the 44.1KHz digital signals constantly even if pitch control is activated

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7FADER START jacks (MINI jack)

The CD-X1700 can be controlled using the external Fader start command through these jacks. Connect the mixer which supports the fader start function with appropriate cable as well as audio signal (page 20). (TIP: Start, GND: back cue)

8ACCESSORY (MINI DIN 6P)

Connect the optional scratch controller TT-M1.

9REMOTE (MINI DIN 8P)

Use this connector to connect the remote control unit.

WARNING

DO NOT use any cable with the CD- X1700 except the cable supplied with the unit.

Connect the cable in the way shown on the illustration on the rear panel of the CD-X1700. If you connect the cable in any other way, you may damage the CD- X1700.

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CD-X1700 specifications

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