Abrahamsen VRC-1 User manual

UK
V1.0
Owner’s Manual Page 5
Bruksanvisning Side 18
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Owner_V1.0_v1.2 Copyright © ECS Holding AS, 2007
Register your product with
ABRAHAMSEN© and expand
your warranty from two(2) to
fi ve(5) years. Use the included
registration form or register on-
line at www.abrahamsenaudio.
com. For fastest processing,
we recommend online registra-
tion. When we receive your
registration, we will send you a
warranty card.
Warranty certifi cate
Use this information to register your product.
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ABRAHAMSEN© og utvid
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år. Bruk det vedlagte registre-
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Raskeste måte vil være å gjøre
det online. Når vi har mottatt
din registrering, vill vi sende
deg et garantikort.

Quality inspection
Thank you for chosing this ABRAHAMSEN© product. You will enjoy years of listening pleasure and true High End musical performance from your
audio system. The signatures shown below certify that this product met or exceeded our strict standards.
Takk for at du har valgt et produkt fra ABRAHAMSEN©. Du kommer til å nyte mange år med lytteopplevelse og ekte “High End” musikkgjengivelse
fra ditt lydsystem. Underskriftene under viser at dette produktet møtte eller overgikk våre strenge standarer.
Electric performance:_________________ Listening:_________________ Final inspection:_________________
Per Abrahamsen Designer
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We strongly believes that uncompromising quality is not an option--it’s an obligation.

Maintenance interval
Adjustment: Cleaning: 5000Hours
Idling Connectors
DC PCB Date/Sign/Stamp
Adjustment: Cleaning: 30000Hours
Idling Connectors
DC PCB Date/Sign/Stamp
Adjustment: Cleaning: 10000Hours
Idling Connectors
DC PCB Date/Sign/Stamp
Adjustment: Cleaning: 15000Hours
Idling Connectors
DC PCB Date/Sign/Stamp
Adjustment: Cleaning: 20000Hours
Idling Connectors
DC PCB Date/Sign/Stamp
Adjustment: Cleaning: 25000Hours
Idling Connectors
DC PCB Date/Sign/Stamp
Adjustment: Cleaning: 35000Hours
Idling Connectors
DC PCB Date/Sign/Stamp
Adjustment: Cleaning: 40000Hours
Idling Connectors
DC PCB Date/Sign/Stamp
Adjustment: Cleaning: 45000Hours
Idling Connectors
DC PCB Date/Sign/Stamp
Adjustment: Cleaning: 50000Hours
Idling Connectors
DC PCB Date/Sign/Stamp
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User and Quality Inspection Manual
UK
V1.0 CD PLAYER
Warning:
To avoid risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
appliance to rain or moisture. Verify line voltage before use.
Do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.The warranty is void if the product is tampered with by non-authorised
personnel.Use only authorised ABRAHAMSEN© service center.

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Introduction
This user manual contains important information on the pla-
cement, installation, and operation of your ABRAHAMSEN©
product. Please read this information thoroughly. A good
understanding of these details will help ensure satisfactory
operation and long life for your product.
The story behind the sound.
In 1972 Dr. Otala and Mr. Lohstro fi nished their work in
analysing transistor amplifi ers to determine what actually
created the ”transistor sound” in general transistorized
designs. The results of their innovative design work were
incorporated in the legendary 25 watt amplifi er.
This product was the fi rst commercial transistor amplifi er
to use this new design approach, and the amplifi er was
immediately recognised as dramatically more musical and
dynamic sounding than any other transistor amplifi er. The
same design philosophy has been constantly updated by
additional research and development. This philosophy forms
the basis of the new ABRAHAMSEN© design.
After the 25 watt amplifi er had established a new standard
for transistor amplifi ers, research was undertaken to fi nd
ways to make the amplifi er even better, and to extend its
highly musical sound quality to more powerful amplifi er
design.
Unpacking the V1.0
Immediately upon receipt of the V1.0, inspect the carton
for possible damage during shipment. The carton and pac-
kaging have been designed to provide the safest possible
protection for the transport of your amplifi er. Unpack the unit
carefully. Save all packaging materials for future shipment.
The contents of the carton
1 pcs ABRAHAMSEN© V1.0
1 pcs AC mains cord
1 pcs Owners manual
1 pcs Spare fuse
(located in the fuse drawer, mains inlet. See page 14)
If any of the items mentioned above are not included in the
carton, please contact your authorized ABRAHAMSEN©
dealer, distributor, or ECS Holding AS for assistance.
Setup procedure
Before connecting the V1.0 to the mains, check that the
mains voltage indicated on the rear panel corresponds to
the line voltage in the territory you intend to use the unit.

Before connection 7
How to avoid damages
Do not under any circumstances connect or disconnect equip-
ment when power is turned on. The design of the RCA plug
generates a huge transient when inserted. Connecting or dis-
connecting equipment with the power on can result in severe
damage to both speaker and amplifi er.
How to avoid noise problems
The V1.0 contains delicate circuits that are sensitive to mag-
netic strayfi elds. The unit should not be placed near mains
transformers, TV sets etc. Care should be taken regarding
placement of the interconnect cables. Do not run interconnect
cables in parallel with mains cords or speaker cables. Keep
interconnect and speaker cables as short as possible.
How to avoid antenna problems
In some set-ups hum may occur when you connect the radio,
VCR or TV to your system. The problem is caused by DC
voltage coming from your antenna. Please contact your cable
network operator.
How to remove and un secure transport necessitis
Remove the wing bolt located underneath the product.
!Important!
Keep the wing bolt in a safe place for future use. Always
tighten the wing bolt when moving the CD player. If not
securely fastened, the CD player will be severely damaged,
resulting in void of warranty. Do not over-tighten the wing
bolt.
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A B R A H M S E N

Installation and connection
How to connect your CD-player
Please read these pages carefully.(page 8 to 10)
Do not under any circumstances connect or disconnect equipment when the power is turned on.
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Balanced operation
CD-player
Preamplifi er/Integrated Amplifi er

Installation and connection 9
Singel-ended operation
CD-player
Preamplifi er/Integrated Amplifi er

Installation and connection 10
Digital out operation
CD-player
Preamplifi er/Integrated Amplifi er
D/A Converter

Functions
Rear panel
The on/off switch is located on the left hand side of the mains
inlet.
Front panel controls
The front panel have two multifunction knobs one on the left
and one on the right side.
Left side knob:
Turn left = Search backwards
Turn right = Search forward
Push = Stop/Disc
Right side knob:
Turn left = Previous
Turn right = Next
Push = Play/Pause
Level adjustment
Using the built in volume control, the CD player may be con-
nected directly to a power amplifi er. The volume control needs
to be activated before it can be used.
Push both the left and right multifunction knobs simultaneously
until “MENU” is shown in the display. To activate the menu the
CD-Player must by in stop mode. “CANCEL” or “VOLUME ON”
can be selected by turning the left switch.
Pushing the knob when “CANCEL” is selected, the product will
go back to normal use without selecting anything.
Pushing the knob when “VOLUME ON” is selected, the display
will show “VOL:00” and the volume may be adjusted with the
remote control.
Bypassing the volume control:
Bring up “MENU” again, and the display will show “VOLUME
OFF”. Pushing the left knob will override the volume control.
The level adjustment can only be operated from the remote
control. When the player is turned off, the level is saved, and
will be used when the player is turned on.
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Functions
Remote control
1. No function on this product.
2. SCAN + - Search forward
3. NEXT - Next track
4. PLAY - Start playing the CD
5. PAUSE - Pause on/off
6. VOL + - Controls the output level of the CD-Player.
Must be activated from the menu. See page 11
7. SCAN - - Search backwards
8. PREV - Previous track
9. STOP - Stops the CD. Open when stopped.
10. REP - Press this button once and all the tracks on
the disc will be repeated. The display will show “RE
P”. Press the button again, and it will only repeat
the current track. The display will show “REP 1”.
11. VOL - - Controls the output level of the CD-Player.
Must be activated from the menu. See page 11
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Startup
How to power up your system
You should always power up your system the following way:
Signal sources (CD player, tuner etc.) fi rst, then the preampli-
fi er/power amplifi er/integrated amplifi er. When turning your
system off, you should start by switching off your power ampli-
fi er/integrated amplifi er. Finally the signal source devices.
Loading a disc
1. Load the disc by open the CD drawer, press the disc button
on the front panel or on the remote control. «Open» is shown
on the display.
2. Place the disc on the drawer. Press the disc button on the
front panel or on the remote control. The CD player must fi rst
read and load vital information from the disc. During this pro-
cess, the display shows ”READING” and takes approximately
three seconds. Tracks and total time are displayed.
3. Press play and the fi rst track starts to play.
Warning:
(The laser pick-up is located behind the spindle.)
NEVER look directly into the laserbeam!!!
Under normal circumstances the laser needs no
cleaning.
Do not use any kind of “cleaning CDs”!
Important notice
For optimal sonic performance, the V1.0 should be burned
in for a minimum time of 96 hours. The easiest way to burn
in your V1.0 is to put a disc in REPEAT mode with the rest
of your system turned off.
If the product has been switched off, allow two hours of
warm-up to optimise sonic performance.
Due to high class A operation in all ABRAHAMSEN©
designs, it is normal for the product to feel warm. Proper
ventilation is important. The product should NEVER be
completely covered.
A good rule of thumb is to allow at least 3-5 cm (1-2 inches)
of air sidewise, and 5-8 cm (2-3 inches) above the product.
Please refer to this manual for removal of the CD transport
screw. The transport screw must be removed for proper
operation. See page 7
When transporting the CD player, always re-insert the
transport screw to avoid severe damage to the unit!!!
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Maintenance and Servicing
Maintenance interval
To maintain maximum performance and to protect your invest-
ment, it is essential that your product is serviced in accordance
to the correct maintenance interval.
Every 5000 hours we recommend you to have maintenance
on your product. This operation involves, among other things,
cleaning of connectors, adjustments of DC voltage and idling
current(class A area). See page 4.
Servicing
Refer all servicing to qualifi ed personnel. To reduce the risk
of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than
that contained in the user manual unless you are qualifi ed
to do so. Servicing is required when the product has been
damaged in any way, such as the product has been exposed
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been
dropped.
Do not remove any cover
There are areas with high voltages inside. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not remove any cover if the AC powercord is
connected. The cover should be removed by qualifi ed person-
nel only. No user serviceable parts inside.
Cleaning
When the product needs a cleaning, you can blow off dust
from the amplifi er with a blower or clean with a rag etc. Don’t
use solvents such as alcohol or other fl uids with very strong
volatility and fl ammability for cleaning the apperatus body.
Fuse
To prevent a fi re, make sure to use fuses with specifi ed
standard(current, voltage, type). Do not use a different fuse
or short circuit the fuse holder. Before replacing the fuse, turn
OFF the product and disconnect the powercord.
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SPARE FUSE
MAIN FUSE

If service is needed
If Service is needed
Your dealer will have all relevant information regarding the
service station in your area, and will ensure that your unit is
serviced with minimum delay. It is our general policy to have
your unit returned to you within fi ve working days. This is an
average time, and can vary locally, depending on the workload
at that particular service station. If, for some reason, there are
no service facilities available in your country, please ship the
unit to the following address:
ECS Holding AS,
Box 108, N-1471 Lorenskog,
Norway
E-mail: [email protected]
Service department: [email protected]
Web: www.abrahamsenaudio.com
The end-user is responsible for all shipping charges, insurance,
re-importation and duty charges. When shipping a product to
the factory for service, always include the following:
1. A sales slip or other proof of purchase if repair is claimed
under warranty.
2. A proforma invoice with value of goods, stating that the
amplifi er is returned to Norway for repair.
3. An accompanying letter describing faults, symptoms, or pro-
blems with the unit.
4.Always ship the unit in its original carton and packaging
material to prevent damage in transit.
ABRAHAMSEN© by ECS Holding will not cover damages
incurred in transit. If you require further information concer-
ning the operation of the unit, or if you have any questions
related to service, please do not hesitate to contact your
dealer or national distributor.
When transporting the CD player, always re-insert the
transport screw to avoid severe damage to the unit!!!
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Technical specifi cation
The following technical data were measured on randomized test objects
and are typical data.
All measurements are made with main voltage
120/240 V 50Hz / 60Hz.
Clipping point of the product is set to a level where total har-
monic distortion (THD) is 0.2%.
Output impedance (20-20kHz) ..............................<100R
THD (1kHz). ...........................................................<0.002%
Noise .....................................................................<130uV
Frequency response -3dB .....................................DC-100KHz
Slew rate ...............................................................100Vus
Channel separation (20Hz-20kHz) ........................>90dB
Dimensions
Width 432mm (17”)
Depth 320mm (12.6”)
Height 115mm (4.5”)
Weight 7.5kg (15lbs)
The manufacturer reserves the right to alter these specifi cations
without further notice
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Warranty terms and conditions
1 ABRAHAMSEN© by ECS Holding warrants that this pro-
duct will be free from any defects in matrials and/or work-
manship for a period of to(2) years from the purchase date,
fi ve(5) if you have completed the warranty registration.
2 The extended warranty service is only available to the
orginal consumer, who purchased this product directly from
the retail dealer, and it can not be transferred.
3 During the warranty service, ABRAHAMSEN© by ECS
Holding may repair or replace this product at its own option
at no charge to you for parts or labor in accordance with this
limited warranty.
4 This warranty does not apply to the damages that occur-
red under the following conditions:
4.1 Instead of operating in accordance with the user’s ma-
nual. Any abuse or misuse of this product.
4.2 Normal tear and wear.
4.3 The product has been altered or modifi ed in any way.
4.4 Damage which may have been caused either directly or
indirectly by another product / force / etc.
4.5 Abnormal service or repairing by anyone other than a
qualifi ed person or technician.
And in such cases, all the expenses will be charged to the
buyer.
5 In no event shall ABRAHAMSEN© by ECS Holding be
liable for any incidental or consequential damages. Some
countrys do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limita-
tion may not apply to you.
6 This warranty gives you the specifi c rights, and these rights
are compatible with this country laws, you may also have
other statutory rights that may vary from country to country.
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Bruksanvisning og Inspeksjons manual
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V1.0 CD SPILLER
Advarsel:
Apparatet må ikke utsettes for regn eller fuktighet. Dette kan føre til kortslutning.
Apparatet inneholder ingen deler som kan repareres eller skiftes ut av brukeren.
Garantien gjelder ikke ved inngrep utført av brukeren.
Garantien gjelder kun ved innlevering til et autorisert ABRAHAMSEN© service-verksted.

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Introduksjon
Denne brukermanualen inneholder informasjon vedrørende
installasjon og generell bruk av ditt ABRAHAMSEN© pro-
dukt. Vennligst les den grundig. En riktig forståelse av disse
detaljene vil gi en bedre bruk av produktet.
Historien bak lyden.
I 1972 sluttførte Matti Otala og Jan Lohstro sine studier for å
fi nne hva som var opphavet til den typiske ”transistorlyden”
som fantes i alle transistorforsterkere på den tiden. Denne
”lyden” er fremdeles fremtredende i mange produkter. Re-
sultatet fra deres forskning ble innført i en forsterker utviklet
av Per Abrahamsen, og ble senere kjent som den legenda-
riske ”25 Watter’n”.
Denne forsterkeren var det første kommersielle produktet
som utnyttet denne teorien, og forsterkeren ble omtalt som
vesentlig mer dynamisk og musikalsk enn andre transistor-
forsterkere. Denne designfi losofi en har blitt videreutviklet
gjennom mange år.
Bedre elektroniske komponenter har sammen med denne
utviklingen lagt grunnlaget for den nye ABRAHAMSEN©
produktserie.
Utpakking av V1.0
Etter å ha tatt ut og lest denne bruksanvisningen bør du inspi-
sere ytterkartongen for eventuelle skader under transport. Hvis
den har synlige skader må det straks rettes krav mot transportør.
Pakk ut produktet forsiktig, og ta vare på emballasjen for
fremtidig transport. Innpakningen er designet for tryggest mulig
transport av produktet.
Kartongens innhold
1 stk ABRAHAMSEN© V1.0
1 stk Nettkabel
1 stk Bruksanvisning
1 stk Reservesikring
(Plassert i sikringsskuffen, nettintak Se side 26)
Hvis noen av de gjenstandene som er nevnt ovenfor ikke er
vedlagt, vennligst kontakt din forhandler, importør eller ECS
Holding AS for assistanse.
Oppkobling av V1.0
Før du kobler enheten til nettspenningen, sjekk at enheten du
har mottat er beregnet for samme spenning som det området
du befi nner deg i. Dette er merket på baksiden av enheten.

Hvordan unngå koblingsproblemer.
Slå alltid av apparatet før andre produkter tilkobles.
RCA (Phono) pluggen er konstruert slik at den genererer en
kraftig transient når den kobles til. Til- og frakobling av annet
utstyr kan ødelegge både høyttaler og forsterker.
Hvordan unngå støyproblemer
V1.0 inneholder kretsløp som kan være følsomme for mag-
netfelt. Apparatet bør ikke plasseres i nærheten av trans-
formatorer m.m. Du bør også ta hensyn til plasseringen av
signalkabler. Disse bør ikke ligge parallelt med nettledninger
eller høyttaler-ledninger. De bør være så korte som mulige.
Hvordan unngå antenneproblemer.
Feil på fellesantenneanlegg kan resultere i brum i høyttalerne
når radio, VCR, eller TV kobles til anlegget. Problemet er DC-
spenning som kommer fra antennen. Vennligst kontakt din
lokale kabelleverandør.
Hvordan fjerne transportsikringen
Fjern vingebolten på undersiden av produktet.
Viktig!
Ta vare på vingebolten, å monter altid transportsikringen før
CD-spilleren fl yttes eller transporteres. Bruk ikke stor kraft
ved tilskruing.
Før tilkobling 20
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