Cambridge Audio AXC35 CD Player Instruction Manual

1. Inleiding

The Cambridge Audio AXC35 is a dedicated CD player designed to deliver high-quality audio playback for your Hi-Fi system. It features gapless playback, a high-quality Wolfson Digital-to-Analogue Converter (DAC), and supports MP3 and WMA file formats from CD-R/RW discs. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your AXC35 CD player.

Beeld 1.1: Voorkant view of the Cambridge Audio AXC35 CD Player, showcasing its minimalist design with a central disc tray, display, and control buttons.

2. Veiligheidsinligting

Please read all safety instructions before operating the device. Keep this manual for future reference.

• Moenie die eenheid aan reën of vog blootstel nie.
• Moenie ventilasie-openinge blokkeer nie.
• Verseker behoorlike aarding vir elektriese verbindings.
• Ontkoppel die eenheid tydens weerligstorms of wanneer dit vir lang tye ongebruik word.
• Verwys alle diens na gekwalifiseerde dienspersoneel.

3. Pakketinhoud

Verifieer dat die volgende items in jou pakket ingesluit is:

• Cambridge Audio AXC35 CD Player
• Afstandbeheer
• Kragkabel
• Instructiehandleiding (hierdie dokument)

4. Opstelling

4.1 Plasing

Place the AXC35 on a flat, stable surface away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and excessive dust. Ensure adequate ventilation around the unit.

4.2 Verbindings

The AXC35 offers both analog and digital output options for connecting to an amplifier or external DAC.

Image 4.1: Rear panel connections of the AXC35, including coaxial digital output and analog line output.

1. Analoog verbinding: Connect the RCA Line Output jacks on the AXC35 to an available analog input on your amplifier using a stereo RCA cable. Ensure left and right channels are correctly matched.
2. Digitale verbinding: For digital audio transmission, connect the Coaxial Digital Output on the AXC35 to a digital input on your amplifier or external DAC using a coaxial digital cable. This allows the external device to perform the digital-to-analogue conversion.
3. Kragverbinding: Once all audio connections are made, connect the supplied power cable to the AC power inlet on the rear of the AXC35 and then to a suitable wall outlet.

5. Operasie

5.1 Aan-/afskakel

Press the power button on the front panel or the remote control to turn the unit on or off. The display will illuminate when the unit is powered on.

5.2 Laai 'n skyf

1. Druk die Maak oop/toe button (▲) on the front panel or remote control to open the disc tray.
2. Place a CD, CD-R, or CD-RW disc with the label side facing up into the disc tray.
3. Druk die Maak oop/toe button again to close the tray. The player will read the disc and display the total number of tracks and total time.

5.3 Terugspeelkontroles

Use the buttons on the front panel or the remote control to manage playback:

• Play/Pause (►/−): Begin of laat wag die afspeel.
• Stop (■): Stop die terugspeel en stel die skyf terug na die begin.
• Skip Track (◀◀ / ►►): Skips to the previous or next track. Hold to fast forward or rewind within a track.
• Gapless Playback: The AXC35 supports gapless playback, ensuring seamless transitions between tracks on compatible discs, ideal for live albums or classical music.

Image 5.1: The AXC35 CD Player, shown stacked with an amplifier, emphasizing its gapless playback capability.

5.4 MP3 and WMA Playback

The AXC35 can play MP3 and WMA files recorded on CD-R/RW discs. When playing such discs, the display will show track numbers and playback time. Navigation through folders and files is typically handled by the remote control's navigation buttons, if available, or by skipping tracks sequentially.

Image 5.2: The AXC35 CD Player, illustrating its key features: gapless playback, digital-to-analogue converter, digital display, and support for MP3 and WMA CDs.

5.5 Vertoon

The white LED display on the front panel shows track number, elapsed time, and other playback information. This display provides clear visibility of current playback status.

Beeld 5.3: Hoekig view of the AXC35, pointing out the high-quality Wolfson DAC and the clear white LED digital display.

6. Onderhoud

6.1 Skoonmaak

To clean the unit, use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents, waxes, or solvents. For the disc tray, use a soft brush to remove dust. Avoid touching the laser lens inside the disc tray.

6.2 Skyfversorging

Handle discs by their edges. Keep discs clean and free from scratches. Store discs in their cases when not in use to prevent dust and damage.

7. Probleemoplossing

• Geen krag:
  • Ensure the power cable is securely connected to the unit and the wall outlet.
  • Check if the wall outlet is functioning correctly.
• Geen klank:
  • Verify that the audio cables are correctly connected between the AXC35 and your amplewendiger.
  • Verseker jou ampDie lifer is op die korrekte invoerbron ingestel.
  • Kontroleer die volumevlak op jou amplewendiger.
• Disc Not Playing/Reading:
  • Maak seker dat die skyf korrek geplaas is met die etiketkant na bo.
  • Check the disc for scratches or dirt; clean if necessary.
  • Try a different disc to determine if the issue is with the disc or the player.
  • Ensure the disc format (CD, CD-R, CD-RW with MP3/WMA) is supported.
• Afstandbeheer werk nie:
  • Kontroleer en vervang die batterye in die afstandbeheerder.
  • Ensure there are no obstructions between the remote control and the player's IR sensor.
  • Point the remote control directly at the player.

8. Spesifikasies

9. Waarborg en Ondersteuning

Cambridge Audio products are designed and manufactured to the highest standards. For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Cambridge Audio webwebwerf. Bewaar u bewys van aankoop vir waarborgeise.

Vir verdere hulp kan u die Cambridge Audio Store on Amazon or the official Cambridge Audio support page.