Arcam CD5 User manual

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CD5
Owner’s Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Clean only with a dry cloth.
6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install this apparatus
in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
7. Do not install this apparatus near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
10. Use only attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
11. This equipment is designed for use in moderate climates with
a maximum temperature of 35℃
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.
15. To disconnect this apparatus from the AC mains completely,
disconnect the power-supply cord plug from the AC
receptacle.
16. The mains plug of the power-supply cord shall remain readily
operable.
17. This apparatus is intended to be used only with the power
supply and/or charging cable provided by the manufacturer.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
•Do not use this apparatus near water.
•Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, are placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.
THIS SYMBOL ON THE PRODUCT MEANS THERE
IS UNINSULATED, DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
WITHIN THE PRODUCT ENCLOSURE THAT MAY
PRESENT A RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
THIS SYMBOL ON THE PRODUCT MEANS THERE
ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS GUIDE.
Visit the product page at ARCAM.co.uk and download the Safety Sheet for a full list of safety instructions.
Class II Product
This equipment is a Class II or double insulated electrical appliance. It has been designed in such a way that it does
not require a safety connection to electrical earth (“ground” in the U.S.).

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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.........................................................................................................................................2
Table of Contents .....................................................................................................................................................................3
Package Contents .....................................................................................................................................................................4
Placing The Unit........................................................................................................................................................................4
Front Panel ...............................................................................................................................................................................5
Rear Panel ................................................................................................................................................................................5
Remote Control ........................................................................................................................................................................6
Display Control..............................................................................................................................................................................6
Input Selection..............................................................................................................................................................................6
Connecting the CD player .........................................................................................................................................................7
Analog Connection........................................................................................................................................................................7
Top Tips.........................................................................................................................................................................................7
Digital Connection ....................................................................................................................................................................8
Top Tips.........................................................................................................................................................................................8
Operation .................................................................................................................................................................................9
Power.......................................................................................................................................................................................9
Standby ....................................................................................................................................................................................9
Auto Standby ................................................................................................................................................................................9
Playing a CD..............................................................................................................................................................................9
Playing from a USB storage device............................................................................................................................................9
Menu......................................................................................................................................................................................10
Menu Tree..............................................................................................................................................................................10
Supported Formats.................................................................................................................................................................10
Disc formats................................................................................................................................................................................10
File Formats ................................................................................................................................................................................10
Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................................................................................11
Specifications .........................................................................................................................................................................11

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Thank you for choosing ARCAM
ARCAM has been producing specialist Hi-Fi and home cinema products offering state of the art sound quality for
over 45 years. The ARCAM CD5 is the latest in a long line of award-winning CD players extending back to our first
CD player that we created, the ARCAM Delta 70 in 1986.
The ARCAM CD5 is designed to provide you with reliable CD playback for decades to come, all with exceptional
musicality so you get the most enjoyment from your music. This quick start guide is to assist you installing and
using the CD5.
In the unlikely event of any fault, or you require technical assistance, please contact our dedicated support teams
by email using luxurysuppo[email protected]om, or by telephone using [phone] or [phone]. Or, if
you simply require further information about ARCAM products, our network of dealers will be happy to help you.
Further information can also be found on the ARCAM website at ARCAM.co.uk.
Package Contents
ARCAM CD5 CD player
IR Remote
2x AAA Batteries for the remote control
Region Specific Power Cord(s)
Safety and Compliance Document
Quick Start Guide
Placing The Unit
Place the CD player on a level, firm surface, avoiding direct sunlight and sources of heat or damp.
It is not advised to place the CD5 on top of an amplifier or other source of heat.
Make sure the remote-control receiver to the left of the front panel display is unobstructed, otherwise this
will impair the use of the remote-control.
Do not place your record deck on top of this unit. Record decks are very sensitive to the noise generated by
mains power supplies which will be heard as a background ‘hum’ if the record deck is too close.
The normal function of the unit may be disturbed by strong electromagnetic interference. If this occurs,
simply reset the unit with the power button, or move the unit to another location.
This product offers the user the option to deactivate power management functions. Note that doing this this will
increase energy consumption of the product.

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Front Panel
Rear Panel
Power Input
Connect the
supplied power
cable here
Eject Button
Open or close the
disc tray when not
playing
Stop Button
Stop playback and
return to the start
Standby Button
Switches the
amplifier into, or
out of standby
mode
Play / Pause
Button
Start playback or
pause playback
when playing
Display
USB Socket
Connect USB stick
for playback of
music files
Disc Tray
Load discs for
playback here
Skip Back
Button
Restart currently
playing track, or
previous track
Skip Next
Button
Start playing
next track
Analogue
Outputs
Connect these
outputs to the CD
input on your
amplifier
Power Switch
Switch the amplifier
on or off
Digital Outputs
Connect either of
these outputs to a
digital input on your
DAC or amplifier

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Remote Control
Note: Incorrect use of batteries can have hazardous results. Do not mix old and new batteries
together. Do not use non-identical batteries together. Although they may look similar, different
batteries may have different voltages. Ensure the batteries are inserted in the correct direction.
Remove batteries from equipment that is not going to be used for a month or more. When disposing
of used batteries, please comply with governmental or local regulations that apply in your country or
area.
Display Control
Press the button on the remote control to turn the display on or off.
Input Selection
To select USB playback, press the left navigation button.
To select DISC playback, press the right navigation button.
Playback Control
Press the button on the remote control to start and pause playback.
Press and hold the button on the remote control to stop playback and return to the start.
Toggle Standby Operation
Menu Navigation
Center button to select or play mode (random/repeat)
during playback
Left = Play from USB storage
Right = Play from CD tray
Amp Volume Control (ARCAM amps only)
Amp Mute On or Off (ARCAM amps only)
Display Brightness
Transport Keys –Play/Pause (long press to stop), skip
back/forward
Menu button
Music info button

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Connecting the CD player
Analog Connection
Step 1, ensure power is disconnected from the CD player and amplifier.
Step 2, using analog interconnect cables, connect the right (R), red terminal of the analog output on the CD player
to the right (R), usually red terminal of the CD input on your amplifier.
Step 3, connect the left (L), white terminal of the analog output on the CD player to the left (L), usually white
terminal of the CD input on your amplifier.
Top Tips
After making connections: switch the amplifier on with no input and reduce the volume to minimum. Select
the CD input, and then slowly increase the volume to a suitable listening level whilst playing a CD. This
technique will avoid loud sounds or product damage in the event of incorrect connection.
If you are unsure as to how your system should be connected, please contact your ARCAM dealer who will
be happy to help you.

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Digital Connection
Step 1, ensure power is disconnected from the CD player and amplifier.
Step 2, using a digital coax interconnect cable, connect the digital coaxial output on the CD player to a digital
coaxial input on your amplifier.
Alternatively, using an optical Toslink interconnect cable, connect the digital optical output on the CD player to a
digital optical input on your amplifier.
Top Tips
After making connections: switch the amplifier on with no input and reduce the volume to minimum. Select
the input the corresponds to your connection, and then slowly increase the volume to a suitable listening
level whilst playing a CD. This technique will avoid loud sounds or product damage in the event of incorrect
connection.
If you are unsure as to how your system should be connected, please contact your ARCAM dealer who will
be happy to help you.

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Operation
Power
The power switch on the rear panel switches the CD player on or off. When you have finished making connections,
switch the player on.
Standby
The Standby button on the front panel switches the CD player between standby and on (operating).
Auto Standby
This CD player is designed to enter standby automatically after 20 minutes with no audio playing and no user
interaction. This is to meet international power consumption regulations. This can be turned off in the menu. To
use the menu, see page 10.
Playing a CD
The ARCAM CD5 can play audio and data CDs. Please refer to supported media on page 10.
If not already selected, the CD tray can be selected for playback using the right navigation key on the remote
control.
To open the CD tray, press the (eject) button on the front of the CD player, the drawer will open. Place your CD
on the tray with the label facing up (shiny side down).
Now press the (eject) button on the front of the CD player to close the drawer, or press (play) to close the
drawer and start playback.
Note: This CD player is only designed to accept compact discs. Ingress of other items (including but
not limited to foodstuffs, beverages or appendages) is likely to cause damage or injury which will
not be covered by the warranty.
Playing from a USB storage device
The ARCAM CD5 can play music files stored on a USB flash drive. Please refer to supported media on page 10.
If not already selected, the USB input can be selected for playback using the left navigation key on the remote
control.
Insert the USB storage device into the USB socket on the rear panel. Do not use a USB extension cable.
Now press (play) to start playback.
To change folder, use the up or down navigation keys on the remote control.
Note: The player will play files in a folder in chronological order.

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Menu
To access the menu, press the (MENU) button on the remote control.
To navigate the menu, use the navigation buttons on the remote control.
Menu Tree
Display
Select Display Brightness. Default is Full.
DAC Filter
Select a digital filter for the analog outputs. Default is Slow.
Eco Standby
When enabled, the CD player will enter standby after 20 minutes with no user interaction
or playback. Default is On.
Disc Auto
Disables automatic playback start when a CD is inserted. Default is On.
Reset to Defaults
Restores factory settings.
Supported Formats
Disc formats
Compact Discs (audio CDs)
Write once, recordable Compact Discs (CD-R).
Note: recordable discs must be finalized for the player to read them.
Re-writable, recordable Compact Discs (CD-RW).
Note: recordable discs must be finalized for the player to read them.
CD-TEXT discs. These discs contain text information including track names,
album and artist names.
File Formats
File Type
Bitrates
Bit Depths
Sample Rates
AAC
8 –320 kbps
32, 44.1 or 48 kHz
FLAC
16 or 24 bit
32, 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96 kHz
MP3
32 –320 kbps
32, 44.1 or 48 kHz
WAV
16 or 24 bit
32, 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96 kHz
WMA
48 –192 kbps
32, 44.1 or 48 kHz

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Notes:
Files will be played from Disc or USB based on the date of creation. The first recorded will be the first to be played.
When playing a file that has a variable bitrate, the track time displayed might not be accurate.
DRM content (files with Digital Rights Management) cannot be played.
The maximum folder depth is 9 folders.
The maximum number of folders is 512.
The maximum number of files is 65535.
USB flash drives must be formatted using FAT16 or FAT32 file systems.
Troubleshooting
Problem
Check the following
No sound
Is the CD player correctly plugged in and switched on?
Is the CD player connected correctly to your amplifier?
Is your amplifier on, with the correct input selected, and not muted?
Inserted Disc does not play
Is the disc scratched or dirty?
Is the disc inserted the wrong way up? The disc should be inserted shiny side down.
Is the disc a supported type?
Is the CD player in USB mode?
Unable to play music files
Is the USB flash drive connected properly?
Are the files you are trying to play supported by this CD player?
If you are trying to play files from a disc, has the disc been finalized after recording?
Sound cuts-out unexpectedly
Is the disc scratched or dirty?
Playback can be interrupted by vibration or impact to the CD player. The CD player should
not be subject to movement or vibration when playing.
The CD player does not respond to the
remote control
Are there fresh batteries in the remote control?
Are you pointing the remote control towards the CD player display without obstruction?
The front panel display is blank
Is the CD player correctly plugged in and switched on?
Is the CD player in standby?
Is the display dimmed to “Off”?
Press the button on the remote control.
Specifications
Outputs
DAC
ESS ES9018K2M
Frequency response
20Hz - 20kHz ± 0.05dB
Nominal output level
2.0 ± 0.3V
Total harmonic distortion + Noise
0.007%
Signal/Noise ratio (A-wtd)
93dB/115dB
General
Mains voltage
100-120V / 220–240V, 50/60Hz
Maximum power consumption
18W
Dimensions in mm (W x H x D)
(Including feet, control knob and connectors)
431 x 344 x 83mm
Weight (net)
6 kg
Weight (gross)
9 kg
Class 1 consumer laser Product
EN 50689:2021

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Features, specifications, and appearance are subject to change without notice.