Exposure MCX User manual

high delity engineering since 1974
TM
Instruction Manual
CD PLAYER
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PACKAGED CONTENTS
a) MCX CD Player
b) MCX Remote Control Unit
(with batteries) - one unit per MCX system
c) Mains Cable
d) MCX ‘EXLINK’ Cable
e) CD Clamp
Exposure recommends a professional installation of this MCX
component or system by an authorised Exposure dealer.
CD Player
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panel
REMOTE
Plug a matching remote
receiver into this jack to
extend the range of the
remote control.
ANTENNA
For future radio module
REAR
ANALOGUE OUTPUTS
(BALANCED - XLR / UNBALANCED - RCA)
Use the balanced XLR connector to connect to the pre amplier balanced input.
The unbalanced output can also be used if the following amplier does not have
a balanced input.
DO NOT USE BOTH AT THE SAME TIME.
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CD Player
MAIN POWER SWITCH
Press this MAINS ROCKER SWITCH
to switch the unit completely ‘on’ or ‘off’.
When the green segment is shown,
the unit is in standby mode - the display
will show ‘PWR DOWN’ and then go out
leaving just the LED on.
POWER CABLE SOCKET
Connect the mains lead provided to this IEC
socket. Insert the mains plug to the power
socket on your wall. Please push both of
the plugs in properly before switching the
power on.
USB
For audio
streaming from
PC.
IN-EXLINK-OUT (RJ45)
For use with EXLINK cable provided to link to other
MCX components. Connect the EXLINK OUT on the
CD player to the EXLINK IN on the MCX Pre Amplier,
to allow syncronised control of the ‘Power On / Off’,
‘Display On / Off’ and ‘Mode’ functions of the entire
MCX system.
SPDIF
OUTPUTS
(BNC /
OPTICAL /
RCA)
• BNC 1
• OPT 1
• BNC 2
• BNC 2
• OPT 2
• RCA IN
INPUT SOCKETS
As well as being a CD player, the MCX can also be
used as a very high quality DAC with inputs selected
by pressing SELECT UP or SELECT DOWN
(on the front panel).
SPDIF - for
use with a DVD
player, satellite
TV receiver or
DVB box, etc.
• AES - Use with matching professional
equipment
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MODE
When connected via the ‘EX-
LINK’ to the MCX Pre Amplier,
the CD input will be directly
selected when this is pressed.
MENU
Press the ‘MENU’ button to enter the menu system. Use the
SELECT UP / SELECT DOWN buttons to select which entry you
would like to change as below:
• DIG OUT ON / OFF: Press the ‘DISPLAY’ button to select the
desired setting.
• SEL IN: This selects which input is used after mains power on.
Press the ‘DISPLAY’ button until the desired setting is reached.
• VER: Displays the current software version.
• Press ‘MENU’ again to exit.
SELECT UP and
SELECT DOWN
Use these buttons to select
the desired input.
POWER
Use this button on the
front panel to switch the
unit from standby to ‘on’
or ‘off’.
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FRONT
DISPLAY
Turns the display ‘on’
or ‘off’ (Also used in
‘MENU’ mode).
PLAY / PAUSE
Starts the CD playback or
pauses playback.
PREVIOUS
Selects the Previous track
on the CD. NEXT
Selects the Next track on
the CD.
panel
CD Player
STOP
Stops the CD.
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MCX CD PLAYER TOP PANEL (CD LOADING)
Loading a CD: Gently slide the lid towards the back of the unit until it stops. Place the CD disc on the turntable.
Place the clamp on top of the CD to ensure good alignment. Slide the lid closed again. The CD will now be read.
Press ‘PLAY’ to start playback.
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MCX REMOTE
CONTROL HANDSET
•BUTTONS 1-9 and +10 : direct entry of track numbers
into the CD player. For track numbers of 10 or above, press
the +10 button rst, followed by the desired track number.
•MUTE : ‘mutes’ or ‘de-mutes’ the audio output.
•PRE SEL - and PRE SEL + : use these buttons to step
through the inputs on the MCX Pre Amplier.
•CD SEL - and CD SEL + : steps through the inputs on the
MCX CD player.
•VOL - and VOL + : decreases or increases the volume
level of the MCX Pre Amplier.
•PROG : puts the MCX CD player into program mode to
allow playing tracks in a programmed order.
•RDM : puts the MCX CD player into random play mode.
•DISPLAY : turns the display of the MCX CD player or MCX
Pre Amplier ‘on’ or ‘off’.
• PREV and NEXT : selects the previous or next track when
playing a CD.
•RPT : press once to repeat the whole CD or twice to play
the same track continuously.
•<< and >> : searches rewind (<<) or forward (>>).
• TIME : selects the time display on the CD Player to display
remaining time of the current track, remaining time of the
cd or the current played time of the track.
•PLAY : plays CD
•STOP : stops CD playback
•PAUSE : pauses / resumes playback
•STANDBY : switches the MCX CD player or MCX Pre
Amplier ‘on’ or into ‘standby’ mode.
Specications for the Remote Handset:
Batteries : AAA
Size : 66 x 34 x 218mm (w x d x h)
Weight : 500g (without batteries)
* To replace the batteries on the remote handset, please remove the
case screws on the top and bottom panels of the unit. You can then
slide off the back panel to access the battery compartment.
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SAFETY
IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR YOUR MCX SYSTEM TO BE PROFESSIONALLY INSTALLED BY YOUR DEALER.
Incorrect installation or inappropriate use of the MCX CD Player may result in injury due to electrical shock.
• Always ensure that the voltage rating on the rear panel of this unit matches that of your local mains supply.*
• Ensure that the mains cable and plug supplied with this unit is also correct (Contact your dealer immediately if this is not the case).
• This unit is protected by a mains fuse, which is accessible as part of the IEC socket on the rear panel.
• Fuse replacement specications:
220/240V units T2.5A fuse
110/120V units T5A fuse
• The Exposure MCX CD Player MUST be earthed.
• Protect this unit against all forms of liquid. Never expose the unit to dripping or splashing, or place objects lled with water,
such as vases, on the unit.
• Unplug the unit from mains when not in use for prolonged periods.
• Do not open this unit - there are NO user serviceable parts inside. Reduce the amplier volume control to minimum before
turning this unit ‘on’ or ‘off’.
• Ensure that this unit is switched off when connecting or disconnecting interconnect cables.
* Contact Exposure Electronics for advice on moving your equipment to another country or territory.
CAUTION
For a long and trouble-free life of your Exposure MCX CD Player, please ensure the following:
• Do not apply labels or stickers to CDs.
• Do not write on CDs.
• Do not use abrasive or solvent-based cleaning uids on the surface of CDs.
• Do not remove the cover of the CD Player or dismantle the case.
• Do not operate the CD Player in a damp environment or allow liquids to enter the unit.
• Do not attempt to bypass the mains fuse or replace the fuse with one of a different specication.
• Do not use abrasive or solvent-based cleaning uids on the CD Player's casing.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
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WARRANTY
1 The Exposure warranty entitles you to FREE repair of this unit for the rst three (3) years from the date of purchase.
2 This warranty is valid only if the unit is purchased from an authorised Exposure dealer, registered with the authorised agent
in your country of residence and issued with a recognised warranty card.
3 The agent accepts no responsibility for defects arising from accident, misuse, abuse, wear and tear, neglect or through
unauthorised adjustment and/or repair or replacement of any components, nor will they accept responsibility for dam age or
loss occurring during transit to or from the person making a claim under the warranty.
4 The Exposure warranty covers:
Parts and labour costs for three (3) years from the date of purchase. Please retain your original receipt as proof of purchase
and purchase date. The guarantee is extended only to the original purchaser and is not transferable.
When making claims under this warranty:
1 The equipment should be suitably packed and returned to the dealer from whom it was purchased, or directly to the local
distributor, together with proof of purchase or a copy of the dated sales receipt.
2 If necessary the unit should be sent carriage pre-paid by a reputable carrier - NOT by post.
3 No responsibility is accepted for the unit whilst in transit to the dealer or agent, and customers are advised to insure the
unit against loss or damage whilst in transit.
4 The warranty card MUST be produced when making claims against this guarantee.
5 Any tampering or alteration made to the warranty card or to the serial number on the equipment will invalidate the
warranty.
6 The dealer or the agent shall notify the customer when the repairs have been completed. The customer must claim the
goods within fourteen days from the date of notice, failing which; the Company reserves the right to impose storage
charges.
7 The Company reserves the right to dispose of the equipment after 90 days from the date of notice in a manner that it sees
t and without compensation to the customer.
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Exposure Electronics Ltd:
The Works 59 North Street, Portslade, East Sussex BN41 1DH, England.
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Prototype images only. Exposure Electronics Ltd reserves the right to re-design/re-engineer the casing/facades of manufactured units.
SPECIFICATIONS
Analogue outputs : RCA unbalanced, 2V RMS
XLR balanced, 4V RMS
Frequency response : 20Hz-20KHz, -0.3dB
Distortion : less than 0.005%, CD source
Signal to noise : Greater than 110dB, CD source
Digital inputs- to
SPDIF specication : 2 BNC, 0.5V, 75 ohms terminated
1 RCA, 0.5V, 75 ohms terminated
2 optical, 'Toslink'
> 48KHz sample rate
1 AES, XLR, 0.2-4V, 110 ohms terminated
> 48KHz sample rate
1 USB, 32, 44.1 or 48KHz sampling rates,
compliant with USB V1.1 specication
Digital outputs : 1 BNC, 0.5V, 75 ohms terminated
1 RCA, 0.5V, 75 ohms terminated
1 Optical, 'Toslink'
> 48KHz sample rate
USB streaming from a PC - compliant with USB V1.1 specication
Communication : External remote control receiver input
RJ45 input, 'EXLINK'
RJ45 output, 'EXLINK'
Power supply input: : Internally adjustable for 110 - 120V, 220V - 240V, 50-60Hz
Power consumption : 35W, Maximum, Power on. 18W on ‘standby’
Size : 490 x 414 x 104mm (W x D x H)
Weight : 25kg nett
30kg gross
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Product disposal instructions
The symbol shown here and on the product means that the product is classed as electrical or electronic waste and should not be disposed of with other
household waste at the end of its working life.
The Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) has been put in place to recycle products using the best available recovery and
recycling techniques to minimise the impact on the environment, treat any hazardous substances and avoid increasing landll.
When you have no further use for this product, please remove any batteries from the remote control handset and dispose of them and the product as per your local
authority’s recycling process. For more information please contact your local authorities or the retailer where the product was purchased.
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