ALCHEMIST AC1 User manual

ALCHEMIST
AC1
Compact
Disc
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

STOP RANDOM POWER
OPEN /
CLOSE
OPEN /
CLOSE
PLAY /
PAUSE
PLAY /
PAUSE
AC1 ALCHEMIST COMPACT DISC PLAYERAC1 ALCHEMIST COMPACT DISC PLAYER
CONTROLS
The controls on the fascia of the AC1 are: Track Up/Down, Play/Pause, Stop, Open/Close, Random
and Power. All functions are duplicated on the AA range system remote handset.
Track Up/Down: This function is controlled by the central knob. When rocked to the left once the
track number will decrease by one. If it is held over to the left then the track number will decrease
rapidly. The opposite is true for rocking the knob to the right.
Play/Pause: When this function is depressed for the first time it will set the AC1 in the play mode. If it
is done before any track numbers are selected then it will begin from the first track of your CD disc.
When this function is pressed for a second time the play mode will be paused . To return back to the
play mode press once again.
Stop: Pressing this function will cancel any function or command that the AC1 is currently
performing. Pressing this function twice will also cancel any program sequence that is outstanding.
Open/Close: This function, when pressed for the first time, will open the CD drawer and allow you to
load your CD disc. Pressing this function again will load the CD disc into the AC1. Once loaded the
AC1 will read the contents of your CD disc and display the number of tracks available.
Random: This function, when selected, will play the available tracks on your CD disc in a random
order. Please note that on subsequent uses of this function the order that the tracks are played in may
differ.
Power: This will either fully power up the AC1 or be completely switched off.
The AC1 Compact Disc, for best results, should be mounted on a solid flat surface. At all times this
surface should be level. The AC1 should also be placed in a position free from direct sunlight, dust,
heat and any source of humidity.
The AC1 comes with an IEC mains lead fitted with the relevant plug type for the country of use. If
there is any need to change this then follows the relevant instructions for the plug type used.
There is an external replaceable fuse on the rear of the unit: refer to specifications for fuse value.
Never replace with a different value.
Be sure that your system is switched off whilst connecting / disconnecting any leads.
POSITIONING
MAINS POWER CONNECTION

DIGITAL
OUTPUT
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
CLASS 1CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCTLASER PRODUCT
!
CAUTION
DO NOT OPENDO NOT OPEN
ALCHEMIST
DISC
SERIAL NUMBER:
COMPACT
AC1
MAINS INPUT.
AC ONLY~
MAINS INPUT.
AC ONLY~
Peak Power Consumption: 12WPeak Power Consumption: 12W
CLASS 1 AUDIO PRODUCTCLASS 1AUDIO PRODUCT DO NOT REMOVE ANY CHASSIS PANELS FOR RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE - REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.DO NOT REMOVE ANY CHASSIS PANELS FOR RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE -REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
BALANCED
AUDIO
OUTPUT
BALANCED
AUDIO
OUTPUT
RIGHT LEFT
LEFT
RIGHT
RCA
AUDIO
OUTPUT
RCA
AUDIO
OUTPUT
Specially manufactured by Alchemist Products Ltd. Specifications in UK.Specially manufactured by Alchemist Products Ltd. Specifications in UK.
SOURCE CONNECTIONS
As with connections ensure that the equipment is switched off before you attempt to connect any
cables.
all
.
As the phono sockets on the AC1 are gold plated, we recommend that, where possible you use gold
phono plugs on your interconnect leads. Gold to gold connections will ensure that a good electrical
contact is maintained without the need for periodic cleaning
Take care that your input leads are correctly oriented for Right and Left channels. RED is usually
Right and WHITE or BLACK is usually Left.
The AC1 has the facility to connect to your amplifier via the analogue outputs and to your DAC via
the digital output connection. The analogue connection is also available in two forms. Via a standard
RCA connector or via the balanced connectors.
GENERAL CARE
Any cleaning of your AC1 CD player should be done with a clean dry cloth. Do not use any
solvent or silicone based cleaning solutions.
Remember to replace all of your packaging in the box and re-seal. Keep the box for future
transportation of your product.
GENERAL CAUTIONS
FCC Warning.
The AC1 may use or generate radio frequency. Please note that, if any unauthorised modifications are
made, the user may loose the right to operate this equipment.
If installed properly, the AC1 should not cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that, in certain installations, such interference will not occur. If
interference does arise (and this can be determined by switching the unit off and on), then try the
following:
1, Increase the distance between the offending units
2, Connect the AC1 to a different mains supply to that of the affected unit.
3, For further advise or help please consult your dealer or an appointed engineer.
Please note: that when the cover of the AC1 has been removed there may bee some stray invisible
radiation from the laser assembly. Never look directly into the exposed beam.

AC1 SPECIFICATIONS
In the unlikely event that we should discover something that would improve one of our products, we reserve the
right to change specifications without prior notice
ALCHEMIST, UNIT 1, FURZEWOOD HOUSE, CRANBOURNE INDUSTRIAL ESTAT E
CRANBOURNE ROAD, POTTER'S BAR, HERTS, EN6 3JN. United Kingdom.
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone]
www.alchemist-audio.com, e-mail: [email protected]
Frequency Response :
Total Harmonic Distortion :
Signal to Noise :
Channel Separation :
DAC :
Output Level :
Peak Power consumption:
Dimensions(WxHxD):
Weight (Packed):
20Hz - 20KHz 0dB
<0.03% THD
-70dB
-110dB (1KHz)
24 Bit Delta Sigma
2Volts +/- 1dB
12 Watts
440mm x 350mm x 95mm
8Kg