Raysonic CD228 User manual

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Model: CD228
Tube CD Player
Owner ’s Manual
P.O.BOX 46565, Toronto,
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Thank You
2 Chassis full-featured true balanced Top Loading CD-Player.
Real class-A triode vacuum-tube output stage for single-ended & balanced
operation.
Very compact output buffer.
4 x 6922EH GOLD triodes tubes-Russia.
Ceramic tube sockets.
Warm up function-extends tube life time.
2pcs burr brown pcm 1792.
Upsampling 24bit/192KHZ.
Philips CD transport mechanism.
Suspension system to isolate the CD-transport from vibration.
Mundorf MCap/Supreme Silver Oil capacitors.
Solen-MKP capacitors.
Large noiseless C-core power transformer.
Mirrored display glass.
Display dimmer & mute function.
Metal remote volume control.
Top Loading blue display LED ON/OFF function.
Aluminium brushed and anodized chassis: black or silver.
Fission power source: avoid signal interference.
POWER SUPPLY
External power supply – tube regulated & stabilized
2 large noiseless c-core power transformers
Choke regulated power supply
Power supply is separated from CD player
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We would like to express our gratitude for choosing Raysonic Inc.’s
CD228 as part of your core component of your audio system. The
model CD228 is considered as a one-of-kind tube CD player in the
high-end audio market. We understand digital audio source is pretty
popular in these days and more importantly we acknowledge that
record vinyl has made a strong comeback as well.
The has the following features:Raysonic CD228 tube CD player
Raysonic
are a high-end audio equipment manufacturer constantly striving for
craftsmanship excellence and audio quality. We truly believe that the CD228 is a
unique tube CD player by its own. We hope you can both enjoy the visual appeal
and the sound quality of this product. Should you have and questions and comments
please do not hesitate to contact us by any means.
Thanks very much for your support
Steven Leung
CEO Raysonic Inc.
was incorporated in 2000 and is currently based in Toronto, Canada. We
Warranty Information
One-year limited warranty
90 Days warranty on stock vacuum tubes
Limited to original purchaser. This warranty is for the sole benefit of
the original purchaser of the covered product, and may not be
transferred to a subsequent owner.
Conditions & Limitations. This warranty is subject to conditions and
limitations, as follows. This warranty is void and inapplicable if the
product has not been used in accordance with the instructions found
elsewhere in this manual, or if it has been misused, abused, damaged
by accident or neglect, or in transport once in possession of purchaser.
The warranty is also void if the product has been tampered with or has
been repaired or modified by anyone other than Raysonic Inc. or its
specifically authorized representatives.
Remedy. lf this product contains material, manufacturing, or
workmanship defects, it must be packed in original packaging and
returned to Raysonic Inc. or its authorized representative via insured
freight, at the owner’s expense. Returned products must be
accompanied by written description of the defect, and a return
authorization number(available from Raysonic Inc. or the authorized
representative via e-mail). Upon receipt of the defective product,
Raysonic Inc. or the authorized representative agrees to repair the
product without charge for parts (except vacuum tubes if the unit is
more than 6 months old) , or labor. The product will then returned via
prepaid, insured freight, with carrier at the sole determination of
Raysonic Inc. or the authorized representative. This constitutes the
purchaser’s sole remedy.
Design change. Raysonic Inc. and its partners reserve the right to
modify their products or change specifications at any time without
obligation or liability to previous purchasers.
Miscellaneous. Any implied warranties relating to the above product
shall be limited to duration of this warranty. This warranty does not
extend to any identical or consequential costs or damages to purchaser
or third parties. Our liability will be no more than the amount you paid
for the product that is the subject of a claim. This is the maximum
amount for which we are responsible. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights. You may also have other rights that may vary from country
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2. Fast backward button.
3. Fast forward button.
4. Next track button.
5. Play/Pause button.
6. Stop button.
1.Previous track button.
Front Panel
8. Display screen.
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10. CD Player.
11. Power supply.
7.Compact Disc cover.
Power switch .
Caution
Cleaning
Warranty
The CD228 is backed by one-year warranty of parts and labor excluding the
vacuum tubes. Vacuum tubes only warrant for ninety days. Any tampering,
modification or misuse of the unit will automatically void the warranty.
Raysonic reserves the right to change the design and specification without notice
and obligation to the units previously sold. And shall not be liable for any
incidental or consequential damage in the event of any defect in material or
workmanship of the unit during the term of the warranty or thereafter.
Cut off the power source before cleaning. Clean the unit with soft damp cloth to
remove dust. Some none alkaline soap solution may be used to remove fingerprints
or smudges. Any abrasive or chemical type cleaner should not be used.
To prevent fire or shock badly, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture since the
unit is designed for indoor use only. Do not move the unit while it is operating. For
safety, always replace the fuse with the same type and rating. The unit contains:
LETHAL voltage; do not open or tamper with any parts and circuitry inside the
chassis. Even with the power turned off, a lethal voltage charge can be still
remained in the circuit for sometime. Refer any need of services to Raysonic
authorized dealers and service centers.
Package Contents
Raysonic CD228 tube CD player 1
CD228 Power supply 1
DC Cable 1
Power Cord 1
This Owner’s Manual 1
White Gloves 1 pair
CD Pressing 1
Main Slow Blow Fuse 100V-120V 50Hz/60Hz 1x1A fuse
220V-240V 50Hz 1x630mA fuse
Remote Control 1
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Remote Volume Control
Vacuum Tubes: Russia 6922EH GOLD x 4.
CD transport: Philips VAM 1202.
Conversation Rate: 24bit / 192kHz.
Output Level: 0 - 4.7V.
Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20KHz, ± 0.2dB.
S/N Ratio: >100dB.
Distortion: < 0.002%.
Dynamic Range: 110dB.
Output impedance Single Ended RCA-110 ohms.
Output impedance Balanced XLR-330 ohms.
Digital output: 75 ohm.
Power Consumption: 38 watts.
Remote volume control: yes.
Dimensions: 43L x 30W x 8.5H / 9.7H (cm).
Operating Voltage: 100-120VAC. 50Hz/60Hz (220-240VAC 50Hz/60Hz).
CD Player Weight: 7kg.
Power supply Weight: 10kg.
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Specification
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2. RCA Analog .
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4. DC IN.
Balanced Analog Outputs
Outputs
Digital Outputs
5. AC Power Socket.
6. Fuse.
7. DC OUT.
Rear Panel
CAUTION
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120V 60Hz
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CAUTION
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Thank you for making the Raysonic CD228 as a part of your home music
equipments system. A few helpful tips on the operation and care of this tip will
maximize the service life of the equipment and to ensure the utmost fine musical
enjoyment.
b. During programming, press this button to program the track order.
(13)Previous track button
When the system is at normal playback, fast forward, fast reverses, or A-B
repeated playback, press this button will clear those playback modes, and the
system will playback the previous track normally.(If press this button when
the first track is playing, the system will jump to the last track of the disc.)
(14)Play/Pause button
a. When the system is in stop mode ,press this button to playback the first
track.
b. When the system is in pause mode, press this button to return to normal
playback.
c. When the system is in fast-forward or fast-reverses mode, press this button
to return to normal playback.
d. When the system is in any playback mode, press this button to pause
playback.
(15)Next Track button
When the system is at normal playback, fast forward, fast reverse, or A-B
repeated playback, press this button will clear those playback modes, and the
system will playback the next track normally.(If press this button when the
last track is playing, the system will jump to the first track of the disc.)
(16)Volume Control-
(17)Stop button
During normal playback, press this button to stop the system. When the system
is in stop mode, press this button will display the total track number and
playback time for the entire disc.
(18)Volume Control +
Power tube bias information
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Power tube bias information
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Remote control layout
LED ON /OFF
VOLVOL
CD SERIES
(1)Mute button (MUTE)
(2)A-B button for repeated playback of a specified passage(A-B):
During normal playback:
a. Press this button once at the starting point (A) of the passage you want to
repeat. If do not press the button again to mark the stopping point(B) before the
next track starts, the starting point A will be cleared during the track change.
b. Press this key again at the end of the passage(B) you want to repeat, the
designated passage A-B will be played repeatedly.
(3)Program button (P R O G)
When the system is at stop stage:
a. Press this button once to display P00:00(play order track number).
maximum 20 tracks can be programmed.
b. Press numeric button to select tracks.
c. Press play button to activate program play (using fast forward, fast reverse
button to select playback order.)
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(4)Screen display mode.(DIMMER)
(5)Introduction(INFO)
When the system is at stop stage:
a. Press this button once : the system will scan the disc and play back each track
for 15 seconds. After all tracks are played, the system will stop and display the
total track number and time for the entire disc.
b. Press this key again: the system will return to the normal play back mode.
(6)Random Playback button(RANDOM)
When the system is at stop mode:
a. Press this button once :the system will enter random play back mode.
After all tracks are played once ,the system will stop and display the total
track number and play back time for the entire disc.
b. Press this button again: the system will return to normal play back.
(7)Track time and surplus time button(TIME)
(8)LED ON/OFF
(9)Repeat button (REPEAT)
During normal playback:
a. Press this button once: the system will play the current track repeatedly.
b. Press this button again: the system will play all tracks repeatedly.
(10)Numeric button (0-9,totally ten buttons)
Press 1-9 buttons to select a specific sound track you want to play. For the track
number bigger than 10, press the two button for the track number.
(11)Fast backward button
a. When press this button during normal playback ,the system will play the
track reversely at a speed twice faster than the normal. Once the track is
finished, the system will play the previous track normally.(Press this button
when the system is playing the first track, the system will stop and display
total track number and playback time for the entire disc.)
b. When the system is at programming stage, press this key to program the
sequence of the tracks.
(12)Fast forward button
a. During normal playback, press and hold this button, the system will play at a
speed twice faster than the normal. Once the track is finished, the system will
play the next track normally.(Press this button when the system is playing the
last track, the system will stop and display the total track number and
playback time for the entire disc.)