Musical Fidelity M6 series User manual

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Instructions for use
Thank you for purchasing the Musical Fidelity M6 CD player.
The M6CD is aCD player that is also useable as atop quality DAC for other digital sources. It features separately
selectable SPDIF and optical inputs
to allow other digital sources such as DAB radio, Minidisk, DATetc. to take
advantage
of the top quality up-sampling digital to analogue conversion circuits within. This will also free up analogue
inputs on the following amplifierand obtain the absolute best
in audio quality from the digital source.
The M6CD consists of atop quality CD loading mechanism with unsurpassed playability and atop quality up-
sampling 24 bit digital-to-analogue converter. This moves the digital artefacts
to well outside the audio band, allowing
easy removal without detriment
to the top end of the audio band. Our well tuned filtering circuit gives immeasurably
small jitter, noise and distortion artefacts allowing astounding imaging, detail and transparency,
to deliver all music
types exactly as the artist originally intended.
There
is also aseparately selectable USB input which can be used with any USB equipped computer to create a
great sounding multimedia jukebox capable of many hours continuous and unrepeated playback of audio media files
of any format. As the signal is sent through the same up-sampling process as before; the sound quality is immensely
improved overthe
poor quality output of the computer's analogue circuits.
The M6CD is designed to be partnered with present and future M6 series products. This combination yields one of
the best high-fidelity systems available at anyprice.
Used properly and carefully, it should give many years
of outstanding musical reproduction.
Dust regularly with asoft duster
or soft brush, but be careful when using cleaning or polishing agents -they may
harm the surface finish.
If there are anyquestions about the audio system, please consult the dealer who is there to help and advise.
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CONTENTS
Page
Safety Information
General advice
Disposal information
Installation
Facilities and connections
Remote control handset
Operation
Problems?
Specifications
Manual history
Issue 2
Laser information and warnings
Mains plug (UK only), modification warning
Installation precautions
EU disposal information
Introduction, cleaning, installation, power connections, audio
connections, digital connections
Illustrations -main unit front &rear panels
Operation and illustration
Loading and playing compact disks
Disc play
Pause
Stop
Track selection,
Repeat playback
Shuffle
Scan
Programmed playback
Display
SPDIF input
Optical input
USB input
PC users
MAC users
Basic fault finding
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SAFETY INFORMATION
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
The M6CD is a CD player which has been designed and manufactured according to FDA regulations "title 21,
CFR, chapter 1, sub-chapter J, based on the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968", and is
classified as aClass 1laser product. There is no hazardous radiation during normal use because invisible
radiation emitted inside this product is completely confined within the protective housing. However you must
observe the following important warnings:
CAUTION!
THIS CD PLAYER USES INVISIBLE LASER LIGHT. WHEN THE PLAYER OPERATES, LASER LIGHT IS
RADIATED INTERNALLY. DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE HOUSINGS.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE CAUSING EYE INJURY.
IF THIS PRODUCT DEVELOPS AFAULT, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR AUTHORISED MUSICAL FIDELITY
SERVICE AGENT. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE IT YOUR-SELF AND DO NOT CONTINUE TO USE
THIS PRODUCT IN AFAULTY STATE.
INTERNAL LASER WARNING LABELS
CAUTIONI
CLASS 1
LASER
PRODUCT
CAUTION •INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
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THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR, CHAPTER 1,
SUBCHAPTER J, PART 1040 AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE.
THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO TWO CONDITIONS:
1. THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND
2. THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED,
INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED
OPERATION.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
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Im6:; uSAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT! (U.K. only)
This unit is supplied in the U.K. with mains lead fitted with amoulded 13 amp plug. If, for any reason, it is
necessary
to remove the plug, please remove the fuse holder and dispose of the plug safely, out of reach of
children.
It must not be plugged into amains outlet.
The wires in the mains lead supplied with this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green and yellow Earth
Blue Neutral
Brown Live
WARNING -This appliance MUST be earthed
As the colours of the wires of the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals
in the plug, proceed as follows:
•The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must
be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked
with the letter Eor coloured green or green-and-yellow, or by the earth symbol:
--L.
•The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter Lor
coloured red.
•The wire which
is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter Nor
coloured black.
•If connecting to a881363 plug, a
13 amp fuse must be used.
WARNING:
ANY MODIFICATIONS TO THIS PRODUCT NOT EXPRESSLY
APPROVED BY MUSICAL FIDELITY WHO
IS THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE
FOR STANDARDS COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER'S
AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT.
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Im6: UGENERAL ADVICE
Installation, Precautions &User Information
This new M6CD is designed and built to provide trouble-free performance, but as with all electronic devices it is
necessary to observe afew precautions:
oHeed all warnings shown on the back of the product.
oOnly connect the M6CD to amains outlet having the same voltage as marked at the back of the unit.
Always ensure that when disconnecting and reconnecting your audio equipment the mains supply
is
switched off.
oPosition the mains lead and signal interconnects where they are not likely to be walked on or trapped by
items placed
on them.
oDo not use near water, or place water-filled containers on the M6CD, for example, aflower vase or potted
plants. If water does spill inside, immediately pull out the mains plug from the wall socket and inform
your dealer, who should then check the unit before further use. Entry of liquid into the M6CD is
dangerous, and may cause electric shock or fire hazard.
oDo not place the unit near direct heat sources such as radiators, direct sunlight or other equipment.
oDo not remove any covers or try to gain access to the inside. There are no internal adjustments or fuses you
can replace yourself. Refer all service work to
an authorised Musical Fidelity agent.
*Note: Unauthorised opening of the equipment will invalidate any warranty claim.
oDust regularly with asoft cloth or soft brush but be careful when using cleaning or polishing agents -they
may harm the surface finish.
The electronics
in modern hi-fi equipment is complex and may, therefore, be adversely affected or damaged by
lightning. For protection of the audio system during electrical storms, remove the mains plugs.
If after-sales service
is required, to help the dealer identify the M6CD please quote the serial number located on
the rear panel of the unit.
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cITEM DISPOSAL INFORMATION
~ ~ DISPOSAL X
~ ~ The crossed out wheeled bin label that appears on the back panel of the product indicates that o
the product must not be disposed of as normal household waste. To prevent possible harm to the
environment please separate the product from other waste to ensure that it can be recycled
in an
environmentally safe manner. Please contact local government office or retailer for available collection
facilities.
I I DISPOSITION
La poubelle sur roulettes
barrE'les X, qui apparait en logo sur Ie panneau arriere du produit, indique que celui-ci ne
do
it pas etre traite comme un dechet domestique commun. Afin de proteger I'environnement, ce produit electronique devra
etre gere separement et donc recycle selon les nouvelles normes Europeennes Rohs concernant les dechets d'appareils
electroniques. Priere
de contacter les services concernes gouvernementaux ou votre point de vente pour I'elimination et
I'enlevement de dechets electroniques equipes de composants electroniques.
-DISPOSAL
...=.. La etiqueta cruzada hacia fuera del compartimiento que aparece en el panel trasero del producto indica que el
producto no se debe reciclarse como basura normal de la casa. Para prevenir daiios posible al ambiente separe por favor el
producto de otras basura para asegurarse de que puede ser reciclada de una manera ambientalmente segura. Entre en
contacto por favor a su oficina gubernamentallocal 0a su minorista para las instalaciones disponibles de la colecci6n.
I I RIFIUTI
L'etichetta del cassonetto barrato nportato sui retro dell'apparecchlo Indica che
II prodotto non deve essere
smaltito tramite la procedura norma
Ie di smaltimento dei rifiuti domestici. Per evitare eventuali danni all'ambiente, separare
questo prodotto da altri rifiuti domestici in modo che possa venire riciclato
in base aile procedure di rispetto ambientale. Per
maggiori dettagli sulle aree
di raccolta disponibili. contattate I'ufficio govenativo locale od il rivenditore del prodotto.
_FACHGERECHTE ENTSORGUNG:
Das auf der Gerateruckseite angebrachte Label deutet darauf hin, dass das Produkt nicht mit konventionellem
Hauskehricht entsorgt werden dart. Um Schaden und Verschmutzungen
an Umwelt und Mensch zu vermeiden, muss das
Produkt fachgerecht entsorgt und von anderem Abfall getrennt werden. Wenden Sie sich bei Fragen hierzu
an Ihren
Fachhandler oder
an eine bffentliche Informationsstelle.
-AFVAL
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apparaat niet samen met gewoon huishoudafval mag worden weggegooid. Om mogelijke schade aan onze leefomgeving te
voorkomen dient dit apparaat. gescheiden van gewoon huishoudelijk afval, te worden afgevoerd zodat het op een
milieuvriendelijke manier kan worden gerecycled. Neem voor beschikbare inzamelplaatsen contact op met uw gemeentelijke
reinigingsdienst of met uw elektronica leverancier.
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on tuote pidettava erillaan muusta jatteesta ja se on kierratettava ekologisesti
kestavalla tavalla. Ota yhteytta laitteen myyjaan tai Pirkanmaan Ymparistbkeskukseen lahimman kierratyskeskuksen
Ibytamiseksi.
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en skraldespand med kryds over pa bagsiden af apparatet indikerer at dette produkt ikke ma kasseres
som normal husholdningsaffald. For at forebygge mulig skade
pa miljlilet, bedes De separere dette produkt fra andet affald,
og sikre at det bliver genbrugt pa en miljlilrigtig made. Kontakt venligst de lokale myndigheder eller din forhandler for
oplysning
om nrermeste tilgrengelige opsamlingssted for elektronikaffald.
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INSTALLATION
Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of the new M6CD player. This unit will give top quality performance when
used
as:
Atop quality CD player delivering the best performance possible from CD
Atop quality DAC (digital
to analogue converter) for other sources with digital outputs such as DAB
radio, Minidisc,
OAT, TV, etc. delivering the best audio performance using these sources
Atop quality USB DAC for
PC or MAC computers delivering unsurpassed musical performance from
any computer audio/music files the computer can play.
Cleaning
Before cleaning the unit, switch off power at the mains switch and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
Clean the cabinet and remote control unit using amoist cloth. Using solvents, white spirit or thinners is not
advised, as they could damage the surface finish.
Installation
Position the M6CD on astable, horizontal surface where there is no risk of it being knocked, or subjected to
vibration such as from loudspeakers.
Important note:
In normal operation, the
unit dissipates asmall quantity of power at all times, and it is important
that it is adequately ventilated. The top and bottom are perforated to allow the smooth flow of heat
through the unit. It is therefore not recommended that the unit is enclosed in a cabinet or placed
where
the ventilation holes are impeded as this could result in excessive heat build-up.
The M6CD
must be protected from humidity - if the unit is moved from a cold place to a warm
room, leave the unit for an hour or so to allow sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate.
Power Connections
The M6CD is supplied with astandard IEC mains cable which plugs into the IEC socket at the back of the unit
Audio Connections
XLR audio outputs: Use good quality XLR balanced audio cables (fully connected signals and ground), for
optimum signal transfer. This gives the best performance from the CD player when used
in conjunction with an
amplifier with fully balanced input such as the Musical Fidelity M6i Integrated.
RCA
audio outputs: Use good quality RCA phono audio cables (fully connected signal and ground), for
optimum signal transfer.
Digital Connections
RCA digital (SP/DIF) input: Connect RCA digital sources to RCA digital inputs. Use good quality fUlly
connected (signal and ground) coaxial digital cables for optimum RCA digital signal transfer.
Optical (TOSLlNK)
input: Connect optical digital source to optical input. Use good quality "Toslink" cables, for
optimum signal transfer.
USB (type
"B") input: Connect USB digital source (such as computer, PDA etc.) to USB input. Use good
quality USB 2.0 cable, for optimum signal transfer.
RCA
digital (SP/DIF) output: Connect RCA digital receiver to RCA digital outputs. Use good quality fully
connected (signal and ground) coaxial digital cables for optimum RCA digital signal transfer.
Optical (TOSLlNK) output: Connect optical digital receiver to optical output. Use good quality "Toslink" cables,
for optimum signal transfer.
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REMOTE CONTROL HANDSET
The universal remote control shown below enables functions from this and related units to be operated from a
convenient distance.
Equivalent buttons on the remote control have the same functions as those on the front panel
of the unit. Other
functions are only available by remote control.
As the handset uses
an invisible infra-red light beam, the front edge must be pointed directly towards the
receiver window at the front
of the player, without visual obstruction between them.
If the range
of the remote control greatly decreases, replace the batteries with new ones. Do not mix old and
new batteries -two are required, size AAA, LR03 or SUM-4.
Please dispose of used batteries in accordance to local regulations.
CD Digital input section
CD -selects internal CD player (on CD)
SPDIF -selects SPDIF (RCA coax) input
Amplifier section
BALANCED -selects balanced input
USB -selects USB input (on amplifier)
AUXlHT -selects AUXlHT input
CD -selects CD input (on amplifier)
TUNER -selects TUNER input
TAPE -selects TAPE input
CD player section
TIME -displays track time/time remaining
0-9
Buttons -Used to select track
numbers
CHECK -check pre-programmed tracks
PROGRAM -programs selection and
order
of tracks
INTRO -plays first
10 seconds of each
track
REPEAT -repeats whole disk or selected
tracks
SEARCH -fast forward/backward through
track
STOP -Stop playing/Eject
CD
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OPTICAL -selects optical input
USB -selects USB input (on CD)
MUTE -mutes speaker outputs
(until pressed again).
VOLUME
~ -increases volume
VOLUME T - reduces volume
DISPLAY -dims display
CLEAR -clears selected pre
programmed track
AlB sets repeat start/end to repeat
section of track
SHUFFLE -plays back tracks
in
random order
TRACK -next/previous track
PAUSE/PLAY -stop/start
CD
playback
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LOADING AND PLA YING COMPACTDISCS
To use the CD, press the CD button on the front panel. Alternatively, use the CD button on the remote control.
NO DISC
cd
To load adisc, press OPEN/CLOSE button to gain access to the tray. Display will briefly show "EJECT"
E.JECT
cd
When the tray is fully extended, gently place the disc, with the label facing upwards, centrally into the
indentation and press the OPEN/CLOSE or PLAY button so the displays show "CLOSING".
CLOSING
The unit will scan the contents of the disc.
READING
After ashort delay, the display windows then show the total number of tracks available on the CD, and total
playing time. In the following example there are 7tracks, lasting atotal of 41 minutes 56 seconds.
If CD TEXT
is present on the disc, then the artist name and album title are displayed in the lower half of the
screen.
STOP. 7 41:56
DISC PLAY
If PLAY/PAUSE is pressed, the unit will begin playing from track 1, confirmed by the word PLAY appearing on
the left
of the display, with 1 in the centre and elapsed time on the right.
If CD TEXT is present on the disc, then the track title is displayed in the lower half of the screen.
PLAY 1 0: 01
When all tracks on the CD have been played, the display shows STOP and total number of tracks on the disc.
Iback. PAUSE appears
in the display
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PAUSE 1 0:03
PAUSE
Pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button wh d'
windows instead
of PLAY. The disc will continue spinning, but the track does not advance and the CD's output
is muted.
Pressing PLAY/PAUSE again resumes playback from the same place.
PAUSE (Remote control)
On the remote control, PLAY and PAUSE buttons have separate functions at each end of the same button.
Pressing
PLAY will only control disc play, and Pressing PAUSE will not resume play. Note that if the disc is
already playing, pressing the
PLAY button reverts to the beginning of the current track.
STOP
Playback can be stopped at any time by pressing the STOP button once. On the remote control, press either
end of the button, not the middle part. If mains power to the unit is switched on with adisc already loaded, it will
automatically search for the disc.
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OPERATION
TRACK SELECTION
To change track, the track skip buttons PREVIOUS and NEXT on the front panel can be pressed to jump
forwards or backwards one track in either direction.
Corresponding TRACK buttons on the remote control are marked 1« and »1.
If the unit has stopped playing, aspecific track can be accessed directly by pressing either PREVIOUS or NEXT
to obtain the required track number, then pressing PLAY/PAUSE.
TRACK SELECTION (Remote control)
Simply press the PLAY button to start a CD playing from the first track.
Alternatively, aspecific track can be selected directly by pressing one of the ten track number buttons grouped
in the centre-section of the remote control. The chosen track then plays after ashort delay of about 5seconds.
To playa track number with two digits, press the second digit button on the remote control within this delay
period, example for track 17:
Press 1:
PLAY 1
Press 7within about 5seconds:
PLAY 17
After asmall pause, machine plays selected track:
PLAY 17 0:01
If atrack number is chosen which is not available on the disc, for example pressing button number 9if the CD
has only 7tracks, the unit ignores the invalid entry.
REPEAT PLA YBACK
The REPEAT button on the remote control allows the repeated playback of either one track or all tracks on the
disc.
PLAY 1 0: 12
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By pressing the REPEAT button once, only the current track is repeated, and the display shows
If the REPEAT button is pressed asecond time, "repeat disc" is displayed instead, and the entire disc is then
played repeatedly.
PLAY 1 0:24
t-epeclt disk
Pressing REPEAT athird time cancels repeat mode.
A-B REPEAT PLA YBACK
"A-B repeat" provides the option of playing just acertain section of the disc over and over again.
Find the beginning ofthe required section either by listening, or using the display time as aguide.
When the desired starting point is reached, press button A/ B on the remote control.
The display will show
PLAY 1 0:34
t-el)e(:tt 1::1-
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When the disc has reached the end of the required section, press the A / B button again, to display
PLAY 1 1:55
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and the unit continuously plays the selected part of the disc in this case, the segment of track 1from 34
seconds to 1minute 55 seconds. To cancel A-B repeat mode, press A / B on the remote control.
SHUFFLE PLAYBACK
The SHUFFLE feature allows tracks on the discs to be played in random sequence rather than the normal
consecutive order.
PLAY 1 0:34
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Tracks are also played in adifferent order each time the disc is restarted, or another disc loaded. This function
is obtained by pressing SHUFFLE on the remote control with the unit either stopped or playing. If the M6CD is
already playing, play will continue
in random order until all tracks on the disc have been played.
Shuffle play is cancelled by pressing the
SHUFFLE button asecond time. The unit resumes normal play
function, continuing to the end of the disc
in normal order starting from wherever it was left by the previous
random selection.
From stop mode, pressing
PLAY/PAUSE also begins shuffle play.
SCAN INTRODUCTION
The scan-introduction function allows play back ofjust the start of each track on the disc, for instance to locate a
preferred track
by ear.
Press
INTRO on the remote control, and ifthe player has stopped, the display will show
PLAY SC(:Jn 1
The first ten seconds (approximately) of each track on the CD can then be played in sequence by pressing
either
PLAY/PAUSE on the front panel, or PLAY on the remote control.
Press
INTRO again to cancel introduction search mode. If INTRO mode is cancelled while the M6CD is still
playing, the remainder of the entire disc will
be played.
PROGRAMMED PLAY
The built-in program memory allows you to store up to 99 track numbers and then play them back in the
programmed order. Each track is stored as a"step"
in the program.
With the CD loaded and the player stopped, first press
PROGRAM on the remote control.
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On the remote control, press the numeric button corresponding to the track number ofthe first track to be stored
(number 3for example). That track number will now appear
in the display:
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Press PROGRAM again on the remote control -the next program step is selected, (program 2) and the
program number increases, ready for anew entry, with blank track number.
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Continue entering track numbers in the same way up to amaximum of 30.
If at any time you wish to add atrack to the list, press the CLEAR button to obtain the next step number.
Alternatively, to delete aprevious entry, press
CLEAR asecond time to remove the last entry. Repeated
pressing
of CLEAR will then erase each step in reverse order. So to delete an entire program sequence from
the memory, press
CLEAR repeatedly until "program 1" is shown in the display.
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OPERATION
When the last track number has been entered, press PROGRAM afinal time, then the PLAY button to start the
program sequence.
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If you wish to check the selection before playing back your program, the CHECK button can be pressed to step
through each program entry
in turn.
If during this check sequence the PLAY button is pressed, the remaining part of your programmed selection will
play to the end of the sequence.
Otherwise, to play all the programmed tracks from the beginning of the sequence, press PLAY/PAUSE, or
PLAY on the remote control directly from programming. You can also start the sequence from any point by
stepping through the programmed sequence with CHECK button until the desired starting track is displayed.
The »1 button may
be pressed to jump to the next track in the programmed sequence, or 1« button to
obtain the previous track in the sequence.
When all programmed tracks have played, the CD player stops. The same track selection can then be played
again
by pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button on the front panel, or PLAY on the remote control.
N.B. Program sequences remain in memory even Idisc
is changed.
To repeat aprogrammed sequence continually, press REPEAT whilst playing the program.
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To cancel program repeat, press REPEAT again.
DISPLAY
The CD display brightness can be controlled in three levels by pressing the DISPLAY button on the remote
control.
The original setting is maximum brightness, but by pressing the DISPLAY button once, brightness
is reduced,
and afurther press turns the display off completely. This controls display
in CD, and external source modes.
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OPERATION
SPDIF input
To use the SPDIF input. press the SPDIF button on the front panel. Alternatively. use the SPDIF button on the
remote control. The display will flash "not locked" in absence of digital input signal. If asignal is present, the
display will show asteady "locked" message.
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OPTICAL input
To use the OPTICAL input, press the OPTICAL button on the front panel. Alternatively, use the OPTICAL button
on the remote control. The display will flash "not locked" in absence of digital input signal. If asignal is present.
the display will show asteady "locked" message.
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USB input
To use the USB input, press the USB button on the front panel. Alternatively, use the USB button on the
remote control.
The display will flash "not locked"
in absence of digital input signal. If asignal is present, the display will show a
steady "locked" message.
IJsb locked
Computer settings for USB
Agood quality USB Ato Bcable is required to connect the unit to the computer.
Plug the B(square) end into the socket
in the back of the M6CD
Plug the A(rectangle) end into afree USB socket
on the computer.
The computer should detect the new hardware and install ageneric driver automatically (No setup or driver disk
required).
CD, MP3, WAV files played
on any software should now play through the M6CD. This device has been
designed to work with
PC Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP as well as Apple Macintosh OS X.
Please note:
This device
is ahigh speed serial data processor, and by its nature, requires avery high volume of USB band
width. It will benefit greatly from being the only device connected on its USB 'bus'. Sharing the same bus with
other devices may cause unwanted artifacts such as dropouts or temporary loss of signal. This especially
includes the use
of the M6CD on aUSB hub/splitteralongside other USB components
PC users-
Check the computer has picked up the device and is currently using it by clicking: (most Windows versions)
-Start
-Settings
-Control panel
-Sounds and Multimedia
-Audio
Check that "USB audio device" appears under PREFERRED AUDIO DEVICE tab
Asecond mixer will now be available which will be the default mixer whenever the M6CD
is plugged in. Use this
mixer to select the source or adjust levels if required.
Mac users-
Check the computer has picked up the device and is currently using it by clicking: (MAC OS X)
-System preferences
-Hardware
-Sound
Check that "USB audio DAC"
is selected under the OUTPUT tab.
If the computer's warning sounds/chimes are to played through the M6CD, make sure it
is selected under the
SOUND EFFECTS tab too.
Note: USB may also be selected as
an output in some individual programs
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PROBLEMS?
Basic problem-solving with a CD player is similar to troubleshooting other electrical or electronic equipment. Always check the most obvious
possible causes first, such
as the following examples:
Problem Probable Cause Remedy
No power /display Power plug is not inserted into socket correctly Plug
in securely into unit's IEC socket.
Display turned off Turn display back
on
using DISPLAY
button
on remote.
No playback when disc is loaded,
"NO Disc is loaded with label side down Re-Ioad with label side up
DISC" displayed Incorrect disc type Please load astandard audio
CD
Dirty disc Clean disk and try again
Moisture/humidity or cold affecting laser lens Leave unit on for
an hour
to allow
moisture to evaporate.
No audio output, or too low level output Incorrect or missing connections Check connections are secure.
Hum Audio connector plug not fully pushed
in Insert plug securely
Cable Fault Check cable
is connected at both ends.
Unsuitable Cable N.B. some esoteric cables have internal
(e.g. cable grounds not connected) wiring intentionally disconnected/modified.
For best results
on all inputs analogue
AND digital, please use good quality
screened coax; signal
and screen directly
connected both ends.
Miss-tracking (sound jumping) Player is receiving vibration or shock Move player away from loudspeakers etc.
Disc
is dirty Clean disc surface
Moisture/humidity or cold affecting laser lens. Leave unit
on
for
an hour to allow
moisture
to evaporate.
No audio output from USB input USB Driver not selected (PC or MAC) Check connections are secure.
See P.15 Computer
settings for USB .
Not detected when connected to USB USB Cable faulty Check and replace cable
USB not working/enabled
on computer Check USB port functions with another
Correct USB drivers not installed device.
(can happen particularly with factory- preinstalled Please check with the computer
Windows operating systems) manufacturer. Enquire about USB driver.
Dropouts
in sound (USB input) Shared USB port with another device Avoid sharing the USB port with other
Computer busy with another application devices, if possible.
Computer low
on resources At times
an application/program may
intervene, sometimes invisibly e.g. avirus
scanner. When this happens, computer
resources are temporarily used
up, and
playback may falter. This is not afault.
Try running fewer applications if possible.
Remote control does not work Power supply switch
is set to off Set switch to
on
Battery(ies) fitted the wrong way round Insert batteries correctly
Batteries are flat Change batteries for anew set
Control
is not pointed directly towards the front panel of Ensure there is no obstruction between
the player the remote control and player front
Remote control range has reduced Batteries are running out Change batteries -for anew set
This product contains a
CD mechanism, which complies with the PHILIPS/SONY red book CDDA standard. It is
guaranteed
to play all disks with the "compact disc digital audio" badge (see left) without any problems.
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DIGITAL AUDtO
Please note that due to "piracy" concerns, some record companies/pressing plants are creating disks that do not adhere
to this standard. Such disks may -or- may not play in some -or- all CD player products of ill:!X: manufacturer. We advise
caution
in using these disks, as the information contained therein has been deliberately manipulated and can cause
audio degradation and/or playability problems.
We also advise caution with using cheap and/or computer CD-RlRW disks for audio. To ensure optimum reliability and performance we
recommend all home-generated CDs intended for playback
on this unit are recorded as CDDA AUDIO CDs (i.e. not MP3, WAV, etc.) on good
quality AUDIO grade CD-Rs.
Remember -the most vulnerable part
of a CD playing system is the disc itself. The most likely cause of adisc not playing is that the disc itself is
faulty, scratched or simply dirty. Never open the case of the unit yourself,
as this will invalidate the guarantee. If none of the above actions affect
acure, please contact your dealer or Musical Fidelity service agent.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Output
Output impedance
Output, digital
OdB level
DAC
DAC circuit
Total correlated jitter
Linearity
Frequency response
Channel separation
Signal-to-noise ratio
Total harmonic distortion
Connections
Line level outputs
Digital outputs
Digital inputs
USB input
Power requirement
Mains voltages
Consumption
Weight
Unit only, unboxed
In shipping carton
50 ohms balanced or single ended
XLR output -4.4V r.m.s. balanced nominal
RCA output -2.2V r.m.s. single ended nominal
(balanced and single-ended outputs)
24 bit Delta-Sigma (bit stream) dual differential 8x over-sampling
<135 picoseconds peak
to peak
<0.1dB down to -96dB
10Hz to 20 kHz -0.2dB max.
>105dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz
>117dB "a"- wtd.
<0.003% 10Hz to 20 kHz
1pair line level RCA connectors, left and right outputs
1pair line level XLR connectors, left and right outputs
1RCA coaxial connector SPDIF
1TOSLINK optical connector
1RCA coaxial connector SPDIF
1TOSLINK optical connector
USB type "B" (square) socket
115/230VAC 50/60Hz (factory pre-set)
100VAC 50/60Hz (alternative)
20 Watts maximum
11.2
kg (24'i'3lbs)
15.5
kg (34Ibs)
Dimensions
Wide 440 mm (17Y3")
High, including feet 125 mm (5")
Deep (front to back) including terminals 385
mm (15%")
Standard accessories
IEC type mains lead (10-Amp type)
M6 remote control
Batteries, LR03 or AAA, manganese alkaline type - 2 off
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MANUAL HISTORY
RELEASE DATE CHANGES
Issue 124th July 2009 1st issue
Issue 214th October 2009 Formatting
Issue 3
2i
hMay 2010 S.U.T. updates
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ALL CD/SACD/DVD PLAYERS ARE
SENSITIVE TO RAPID CHANGES IN
TEMPERATURE OR HUMIDITY. PLEASE
LEAVE THE UNIT SWITCHED ON FOR ONE
HOUR AFTER INITIAL SETUP, TO ALLOW
ANY CONDENSATION TO DISPERSE.
MUSICAL FIDELITY