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1. NAINN world class sound N S Ste ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANCAIS ITALIANO OWNERS MANUAL CD PLAYERS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In order to comply with current European safety regulations it is essential that the Naim loudspeaker connectors supplied with amplifiers and loudspeakers are used Do not under any circumstances allow anyone to modify your Naim equipment without first checking with the factory your retailer or your distributor Unauthorised modifications will invalidate your guarantee Equipment must not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquid such as vases should be placed on the equipment For your own safety do not under any circumstances open Naim equipment without first disconnecting it from the mains Warning an apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable To disconnect the equipment from the mains remove the mains plug from the mains outlet The following label is attached to all mains powered equipment WARNING THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the relevant EMC and Safety Standards and where applicable also complies with the limits for a class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the2. resume play The pause button indicator will flash when pause is selected CD 555 and CDS3 only Note The CDX2 CD5x and CDS5i can be paused by track Indicates display of number of tracks or current pressing the remote handset pause key track Note If a player is paused for more than 10 minutes it pause Indicates that the player is paused will enter a static pause mode in which the transport stop Indicates that the player is stopped deactivates to reduce wear The player can be left in play Indicates that the player is playing static pause mode indefinitely The pause button indicator will illuminate fully when the player is in static pause mode time Indicates display of disc time or track time stop Stops play and resets the player to its start 19 4 Output Socket Selection condition Pressing and holding stop will clear A pair of RCA Phono output sockets are fitted on CD any programmed play order or If no play order player rear panels to provide an alternative to the Epro Ohe nine Gre Ine Dye rasp ey O preferred DIN socket Proceed as follows to select the RCA defaults Phono sockets play Plays a disc from track one unless another track With the player stopped press and hold the remote NOs Deen selected Pressing play WANe a MOCK Is handset disp function handset in CD mode or if fitted playing will re start the track the player disp button until the CD player prog indicator 19 2 Player Control Mod
3. FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult your Naim retailer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Contents Page Section 1 1 Connections 1 2 Mains Power 2 3 General Installation 3 4 CD 555 Introduction and Installation 4 5 CD 555 Connections 5 6 CD 555 In Use 6 7 CDS3 Introduction and Installation 7 8 CDS3 Connections 8 9 CDS3 In Use 9 10 CDX2 Introduction and Installation 9 11 CDX2 Connections 10 12 CDX2 In Use 11 13 CD5x Introduction and Installation 11 14 CD5x Connections 12 15 CD5x In Use 13 16 CD5i Introduction and Installation 13 17 CD5i Connections 13 18 CD5i In Use 14 19 CD Pla
4. Keys Global Keys and play order press prog followed by 2 Soft Keys Play orders can be reviewed by pressing prog while the player is either stopped or playing The player display will then scroll through the selected tracks The prog indicator on the player display will illuminate when a play order has Global Keys operate specific component functions been programmed To clear the program memory press regardless of the System Component Key setting and are and hold the stop key System Component Keys keys switch the operation of the Soft Keys into modes appropriate to each system component CD player preamplifier etc available at all times CD player Global Keys operate as follows prev Selects the previous track or index point next Selects the next track or index point stop Stops cd play play Begins cd play fwd Fast forwards the cd rev Fast reverses the cd Disp Key Soft rpt Repeats the cd or programmed tracks pause Pauses the cd Soft Keys keys operate in CD mode selected by the Numeric keys Soff System Component Keys as follows numeric Directly selects tracks or with the prog key selects tracks for play order programming system Component Keys prog Confirms CD track play order selections disp Scrolls through the display options of track time and display off Global Keys CD 21 2 Play Order Programming To program a play order select a track number from the numeric keys followed
5. are Preset keys described in the following paragraphs Page 1 of 2 play Begins cd play stop Stops cd play gt prev Selects the previous track or re index point D next Selects the next track or index 3 point pause Pauses cd play disp Cycles the cd player display options rw Fast reverses cd ff Fast forwards cd numeric Directly select CD tracks The master key functions play stop prev next rw and ff on CD Page Two are duplicates of Page One However selection of Page Two provides programming repeat and CD 555 door functions prog Enters CD track programming mode rep Repeats the CD or programmed tracks open Opens and closes the CD 555 door numeric Selects CD tracks or index points for programming 20 2 CD Track Programming In CD mode the prog key display Page 2 enables CD tracks and their play order to be programmed To program a play order select a track number from the numeric keypad followed by the prog key until the desired selection is complete During selection the track indicated in the player display will be followed by either Por P indicates that the track is selected indicates that the track can be selected The prog key can also be used to delete tracks from a play order To delete a track press and hold the prog key until the CD display prog indicator illuminates then delete the track s using the numeric keypad followed each time by a further operation of the p
6. its final location before connecting cables or switching on Ensure that power amplifiers are switched off and the preamplifier volume is turned down before the player or external power supply is switched on The player power button is located on the rear panel Power supply power buttons are located on their front panels The player and power supply are heavy and care should be taken when lifting or moving them Make sure that the surface on which they are to be placed can support their weight 11 CDX2 Connections 11 1 Rear Panel DIN output Power Mains in Comms RC5 input Upgrade power Phono Phono switch out and interface supply inout output output fuse link plug fitted left right Notes The power supply link plug should be fitted unless an external upgrade power supply is in use The RC5 Input is intended to accept external control signals for multi room applications Contact your dealer or Naim Audio directly for further information The optional RJ45 socket Comms Interface can provide external control of the player in custom installations Contact your dealer or Naim Audio directly for further information 10 CDX2 11 2 CDX2 Connected to XPS Power Supply WARMING ATTENTION WARMING PLEASE READ THE MANUAL BEFORE USE Note CD Burndy Cable If a CD 555PS Power Supply is used to power a CDX2 player use only power supply output Socket 1 XE SGONED AND M FREQUENCY SoG DESG 504 a
7. made initially through Customer Services Tel 44 0 1722 426600 Email info naim uk com Please quote the product serial number found on its rear panel in all corresoondence CD 555 4 CD 555 Introduction and Installation The CD 555 CD Player can only be operated from a Naim CD 555PS Power Supply Connection of the power supply is illustrated in Section 5 2 CD player control and operation is described in Sections 19 20 and 21 The CD 555 should be installed on a dedicated equipment stand intended for the purpose To improve sound quality the player has hard metallic feet which may blemish any delicate surface on which it is placed Do not stand the player directly on top of another item of Naim Audio equipment Care should be taken to ensure that the player is level Seven transit screws on the underside of the CD 555 case should be removed before use and must be replaced if the unit is to be moved or re packed and shipped Transit screw locations are shown and notes on their removal are provided below The transit screws must not be used in any other Naim product Do not invert the player while removing the transit screws or once the transit screws are removed The player and power supply should be installed in their final locations before connecting cables or switching on Ensure that power amplifiers are switched off and the preamplifier volume is turned down before the power supply is switched on The power button is locat
8. INPUT POWER 24VA OU FUSE RATING ANTISURGE 100V TO 120V TEAL 200v TO 240 TR SALSO ATTENTION DEBRANCHER AVANT D OUVRIR WARNING THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED ADE INE 4AMPTON WARNING OSSQONNECT SUPPLY CORD HEF Oo NG VO BY NAIM AUDIO LTT SALISBURY M N1501 CONFORMS 6 TO EN 60085 PLEASE READ THE MANUAL BEFORE USE Note Mains inout and fuse When used with an external power supply the CDX2 player must be disconnected from the mains Disconnect the player from the mains before connecting the power supply direction marker 12 CDX2 In Use 12 3 Player Maintenance 12 1 Disc Loading To load a compact disc pull open the CD drawer using the handle on the left hand side of the player Place the disc on the platter followed by the magnetic puck Do not use a puck from any other Naim CD player Different Naim CD players use dissimilar pucks Note If an HDCD encoded compact disc is loaded the CDX2 will automatically recognise and decode it The display will temporarily read HDCD after play is selected 12 2 Power Supply Upgrade The CDX2 can be upgraded by the addition of a CD 555PS or XPS Power Supply The external supply takes over from the internal power supply of the CDX2 and offers both a greater number of separate supplies and more sophisticated voltage regulation The external supply is connected to the CDX2 via a heavy duty Burndy cable Switch off both the power supply a
9. and plugs to those supplied They are selected to offer the best possible In some territories a mains plug may need to be fitted performance to the supplied mains lead As the colours of the wires in Introduction 3 General Installation 3 4 Radio Interference Naim equipment is designed to offer the finest performance possible avoiding compromise wherever practical This can lead to circumstances that may be unfamiliar The notes that follow contain advice specifically related to Naim equipment as well as more general warnings about the use of domestic audio products Please read them carefully 3 1 Siting The Equipment In order to reduce the risk of hum audible from the loudspeakers power supplies and power amplifiers should be located a reasonable distance away from other equipment The maximum separation distance for connected equipment is that allowed by the standard interconnect lead Some Naim equipment is extremely heavy Check the weight of the equipment prior to lifting and if necessary use more than one person so that it can be moved safely Ensure that your equipment rack or table can easily support the weight and is stable Some speakers and stands are intended to be used with floor spikes fitted Care should be taken when siting and moving them to avoid personal injury or damage to cables and surfaces Floor protectors are available from your local dealer or distributor to protect non carpeted floor
10. by the prog key until the desired selection is complete During selection the track number indicated in the player display will be followed by either P or or no display F indicates that the track is already Volume and mute keys Prog Key Soft selected indicates that the track can be selected The prog key can also be used to delete tracks from a play order To delete a track press and hold the prog key until the prog indicator in the CD display illuminates then delete the track or tracks using the numeric keys followed each time by a further operation of the prog key During deletion the track number indicated in the player display will be followed by either or or no display indicates that the track is already deleted indicates that the track can be deleted while no display indicates that this is the only track remaining and therefore cannot be deleted Puck Identification 22 Puck Identification Three different pucks are used to clamp CDs in the players covered by this manual CD 555 CDS3 CDX2 CD5x and CD5i Only the appropriate puck will work correctly in each player The three pucks are illustrated below and their player applications listed Declarations 23 Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer Naim Audio Limited Southampton Road Salisbury England SP1 2LN Products CD 555 CD 555PS CDS3 XPS CDX2 CD5x Flatcap 2 Hi Cap 2 CD5i Safety EN 60065 Audio video and similar electro
11. d in Diagram 8 2 CD player control and operation is described in Sections 19 20 and 21 The CDS3 should be installed on a dedicated equipment stand intended for the purpose To improve sound quality the player has hard metallic feet which may blemish any delicate surface on which it is placed Do not stand the player directly on top of another item of Naim Audio equipment Care should be taken to ensure that the player is level Transit screws on the underside of the CDS3 case and beneath its transport lid should be removed before use and must be replaced if the unit is to be moved or re packed and shipped The transit screw locations are illustrated below The transit screws must not be used in any other Naim product Do not invert the player once the transit screws are removed The player and power supply should be installed in their final locations before connecting cables or switching on Ensure that power amplifiers are switched off and the preamplifier volume is turned down before the power supply is switched on The power button is located on the front panel The power supply is heavy and care should be taken when lifting or moving it Make sure that the surface on which it is to be placed can support its weight 7 1 Underside Transit Screws Four transit screws must be removed from the underside of the CDS3 before use and be replaced if the player is to be carried any distance packed or shipped The transit screw locations are il
12. e letter L or coloured Interconnect plugs and sockets should be kept clean RED and free from corrosion The easiest way to clean them is to switch off the equipment pull the plugs out of their E SARME R UES sockets and push them back in again Contact cleaners Mains powered Naim Audio equipment is fitted with a and enhancers should not be used as the film they mains fuse on the rear panel adjacent to the mains input deposit may degrade the sound socket Replace it if necessary only with the spare fuse supplied or with an identical fuse Repeated failure of the 1 2 Loudspeaker Cables fuse points to a fault that should be investigated by your Loudspeaker cables are vitally important They should retailer or Naim itself each be at least 3 5 metres long and of equal length The z 3 oe i A 2 3 Non rewirable Mains Plugs recommended maximum is normally 20 metres although longer cables may be viable with some Naim amplifiers If a non rewirable plug is cut from a mains lead for hat the plug MUST be di dofi Some Naim amplifiers are designed only to work with AOE PE ie paG T OPUSE ONAT i l t der it totall less Considerable shock hazard Naim loudspeaker cable and using alternatives may E E E A a ists if th t off plug is i ted int i tlet degrade the performance or even damage the amplifier aN E E peiveet PUNE tet ie Other Naim amplifiers can be used with any high quality 2 4 Mains Circuits and Cables loudspeaker cable although we rec
13. ed as more elements of the kit are fitted In situations of extreme radio interference Naim equipment may be unsuitable 3 5 Lightning Precautions Your Naim hi fi system can be damaged by lightning and should be turned off and disconnected from the mains when there is risk of lightning strike For complete protection all mains plugs and any aerial cables should be disconnected when not in use 3 6 Problems Consumer protection varies from country to country In most territories a retailer must be prepared to take back any equipment he has sold if it cannot be made to work satisfactorily A problem may be due to a fault in the system or its installation so it is essential to make full use of your dealer s diagnostic skills Please contact your local distributor or Naim Audio directly if any difficulties cannot be resolved Some Naim equipment is made in special versions for different territories and this makes it impracticable to arrange international guarantees Please establish the local guarantee arrangements with your retailer Contact Naim Audio directly for helo and advice if necessary 3 7 Service and Updates It is essential that repairs and updates are only carried out by an authorised Naim retailer or at the factory by Naim itself Many components are custom made tested or matched and appropriate replacements are often unobtainable from other sources Direct contact to Naim for service or update information should be
14. ed on the front panel The player and power supply are heavy and care should be taken when lifting or moving them Make sure that the surface on which they are to be placed can support their weight 4 1 Transit Screws Seven transit screws must be removed from the underside To identify the transit screw types refer to the following of the CD 555 before use and be replaced if the player is table to be S any ORERE pana a shipped The transit Location Screw Type screw EEN are illustrated in the ae cu below aa A Oman whe 555 transit screws must not be used with any other Naim B Seana Baeck product C Stainless Steel The player must not be inverted either during or after transit screw removal To gain access to the transit screws position one side of the player over the edge of a table remove or replace the screws that become accessible and then repeat as necessary with other sides of the player to access the remaining screws If the transit screws are to be replaced the three different types must be used in their correct locations CD 555 5 CD 555 Connections 5 1 Rear Panel Journa PLEASE READ THE MANUAL BEFORE USE A Outputs Comms interface Notes RCS input DIN output The RC5 Input is intended to accept external control signals for multi room applications Contact your dealer or Naim Audio directly for further information The optional RJ45 socket Comms Interface can provide external contro
15. es flashes Further operations of the disp function will now cycle through each combination of the two socket types CD players have an optional control mode This provides DIN only RCA Phono only or both The selected option is an alternative interface in which fast forward and fast indicated on the CD player display as shown below reverse rather than step forwards and step backwards can be selected by pressing and holding the CD player Socket Option Player Display next and prev buttons respectively The alternative DIN H interface also provides a pause function on CDX2 CD5x Phono TEE and CD5i players selected by pressing and holding the Both G og play button To select the optional mode press and hold Press and hold the disp function a second time to exit next while the player switches on To select the standard from socket selection mode control mode press and hold prev while the player j p ii To avoid compromised sound quality do not select both switches on a unless their simultaneous use is unavoidable Flash Handset 20 Flash Handset Flash is factory pre programmed to operate any Naim preamplifier integrated amplifier CD player AV product and the NAT 05 tuner Additional Naim sources may be catered for in the future Contact your dealer or local representative for information To fit batteries remove the battery cover with the hexagon driver and slide the batteries into the body taking care with their or
16. ientation Replace the battery cover Do not over tighten the fixing screw With batteries fitted the handset is ready for use Flash is designed to switch off if unused after 10 seconds It switches on if it is moved or a key is pressed 20 1 Using Flash Page 2 of 2 CD cd mode Flash can be set to control each equipment type through the preset keys beneath the display The selected type is indicated in the display above each preset key Further equipment presets and a Flash setup mode can be accessed through the far left scroll key Press the scroll key once to access more equipment types Press and hold the scroll key to enter setup mode Setup mode enables backlight disolay contrast RC5 defaults and soft key customising It also enables Flash to be reset Note Soft key programming Is covered in the full Flash manual When a preset key is pressed the display the eight master keys and the numeric keys will re configure appropriately The display for each equipment type represents the eight master keys and their functions The volume up 4 and down v and mute keys are always available to control volume and mute functions CD mode has multiple pages Page 1 controls the most commonly used functions while Page 2 adds those less often used The selected page is shown in the top right corner of the display and the second page is selected by pressing the appropriate preset key The master key functions of each page
17. ion to differences between players where they occur The CD player control buttons are duplicated on the remote control handset which may also provide some extra functions The handset also provides CD programming facilities See Sections 20 and 21 for more information 19 1 Player Controls 19 3 Player Display and Indicators door Opens and closes the door CD 555 only The alphanumeric display indicates track and index disp Scrolls through the display options of track time numbers time in minutes and seconds or system and display off CD 555 and CDS3 only messages If a play list is programmed the time displayed reflects the duration of the programme Depending on the Note The CDX2 CD5x and CD5i display options can be scrolled by pressing the remote handset disp key model in question some or all of the indicators described below will be found adjacent to the display pier Steps through the disc backwards either one HDCD Indicates that an HDCD encoded disc is playing track at a time or sequentially if the button is heid Note HDCD decoding is not implemented on the CD 5i nese Operates in the same way as the prev button repeat Indicates that repeat has been selected from the but moving forwards instead of backwards remote handset pause Pauses play Pressing pause a second time will prog Indicates that a play list has been programmed Information on play list programming can be found in Sections 20 2 and 21 2
18. l of the player in custom installations Contact your dealer or Naim Audio directly for further information 5 2 CD 555 Connected to CD 555PS PLEASE READ THE MANUAL BEFORE USE _ PLEASE READ THE MANUAL BEFORE USE Notes mains input RCA phono out puts left ch1 and CD 555PS Power right ch2 Supply inputs CD Burndy CD Burndy Cable 1 Cable 2 er connection te COS 3 or COX 7 use cutput 4 only Power supay outputs and fuse Two different Burndy cables are required to connect the CD 555 to the CD 555PS Cable 1 identified by a single band on its direction marker should be used with Sockets 1 and Cable 2 identified by a double band on its direction marker should be used with Sockets 2 Cable direction marker CD 555 6 CD 555 In Use 6 3 Player Door Reset and Calibration 6 1 Disc Loading To open the transport door press the player door button or the handset open key To load a disc place it on the platter followed by the magnetic puck Do not use a puck from any other Naim CD player If the player is stopped the door will open automatically when a hand is moved towards the proximity sensor located in the player front panel display window To close the door press the player door button or the handset open key The door will also close if the player play button or handset play key are pressed Note If the door hits an obstruction the door indicator will flash and the door will stop m
19. lustrated in the diagram below CDS3 transit screws must not be used with any other Naim product The player must not be inverted either during or after transit screw removal To gain access to the transit screws position one side of the player over the edge of a table remove or replace the screws that become accessible and then repeat as necessary with other sides of the player to access the remaining screws IDK 7 2 Upper Transit Screws 7 2 Upper Transit Screws Two transit screws must be removed from beneath the transport lid of the CDS3 before use and be replaced if the player is to be carried any distance packed or shipped The transit screw locations are illustrated in the diagram below CDS3 transit screws must not be used with any other Naim product The player must not be inverted either during or after transit screw removal 8 CDS3 Connections 8 1 Rear Panel Power supply input XR Or CD 5551 5 DIN output WARNING 7 Pe SUPPLY CI IBEN ATTENTION JARAN H R AA DOUAR WARNING eee j CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT THES APPR MIJET EE LAST o CHE CAMAS PLEASE READ THE MANUAL BEFORE USE Notes Comm RCS input The RC5 Input is intended to accept external control Phono Phono interface signals for multi room applications Contact your dealer or alae ite Naim Audio directly for further information The optional RJ45 socket Comms Interface can provide external control of the player i
20. n custom installations Contact your dealer or Naim Audio directly for further information CDSs 8 2 CDS3 Connected to XPS Power Supply CLASS 1 LASER PROCHE T PLEASE READ THE MANUAL BEFORE USE Mains input CD Burndy and fuse AC OMY FREQUENCY Dre INPUT POWER JWA DESIO SOU uf WARNING S o La FUSE RATING ANTISURGE COESQONNECT SUPPLY CORD AFFORE CPTNING NISOt IOV TO 120V TAL E TRSAL 2S0 ATTENTION DEBRANCHER AVANT D OUVRIR WARNING corone FH THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHEL TO EN 60086 C PLEASE READ THE MANUAL BEFORE USE Note If a CD 555PS Power Supply is used to power a CDS3 player use only power supply output Socket 1 direction marker 9 CDS3 In Use 9 2 Player Maintenance 9 1 Disc Loading It is important for reliable operation of the CDS3 to ensure that the surfaces of the transport platter and the underside To load a compact disc lift the transport lid from the front of the puck are free of dust or debris which can prevent of the player Place the disc on the platter followed by the the disc from sitting properly and cause it to slip magnetic puck Do not use a puck from any other Naim Goaan Le clean OR ONRAN platter take a piece of PE and lightly apply it to the top surface of the magnetic metal Note If an HDCD encoded compact disc is loaded the hub picking up any material attached to it Brush the CDS3 will automatically recognise and decode it The plastic outer edge lightly
21. nd CDX2 when making connections and remove the CDX2 mains cable Remove the CDX2 link plug and connect the Burndy cable ensuring that the connectors are securely attached and their twist lock mechanisms are engaged Switch on the power supply from its front panel power button After a short while the CDX2 will function as normal It is important for reliable operation of the CDX2 to ensure that the surfaces of the transport platter and the underside of the puck are free of dust or debris which can prevent the disc from sitting properly and cause it to slip To clean the transport platter take a piece of Blu tack and lightly apply it to the top surface of the magnetic metal hub picking up any material attached fo it Brush the plastic outer edge lightly with your finger or a soft brush to ensure that it is dust and particle free Similarly clean the puck with Blu tack to remove debris from its underside Do not under any circumstances use any solvents or fluids for the cleaning process CD5x 13 CD5x Introduction and Installation The CD5x CD Player can be operated either from its internal power supply only or for improved performance with an additional external Naim Flatcap 2x or 2 or Hi Cap power supply Connection of the power supply is illustrated in Diagram 14 2 CD player control and operation is described in Sections 19 20 and 21 The CD5x should be installed on a dedicated equipment stand intended for the purpose Do
22. nic apparatus Safety requirements EMC EN 55013 Sound and television broadcast receivers and associated Products that display the crossed out wheeled bin logo equipment cannot be disposed of as domestic waste These products EN55020 Electromagnetic immunity must be disposed of at facilities capable of re cycling of broadcast receivers and associated them and appropriately handling any waste equipment by products Contact your local authority for EN 61000 3 2 Limits for harmonic current details of the nearest such facility Appropriate emissions recycling and waste disposal helps conserve resources and protects the environment from EN 61000 4 2 Testing and measurement TAR contamination Electrostatic discharge immunity 17 Naim Audio Limited Southampton Road Salisbury England SP1 2LN Tel 44 0 1722 426600 Fax 44 0 870 2244703 W www naim audio com Drawing No NA101003 400 4
23. nk plug and connect the supply cable ensuring that the connectors are securely attached Switch on both the CD5x and the power supply from their respective power buttons 15 3 Player Maintenance It is important for reliable operation of the CD5x to ensure that the surfaces of the transport platter and the underside of the puck are free of dust or debris which can prevent the disc from sitting properly and cause it to slip To clean the transport platter take a piece of Blu tack and lightly apply it to the top surface of the magnetic metal hub picking up any material attached to it Brush the plastic outer edge lightly with your finger or a soft brush to ensure that it is dust and particle free Similarly clean the puck with Blu tack to remove debris from its underside Do not under any circumstances use any solvents or fluids for the cleaning process 16 CD5i Introduction and Installation The CD5i should be installed on a dedicated equipment stand intended for the purpose Do not stand the player directly on top of another item of Naim Audio equipment Care should be taken to ensure that the player is level A transit screw on the underside of the CD5i case should be removed before use and must be replaced if the unit is to be re packed and shipped This transit screw must not be used in any other Naim product Do not invert the player once the transit screw is removed CD player control and operation is described in Secti
24. not stand the player directly on top of another item of Naim Audio equipment Care should be taken to ensure that the player is level A transit screw on the underside of the CD5x case should be removed before use and must be replaced if the unit is to be re packed and shipped This transit screw must not be used in any other Naim product Do not invert the player once the transit screw is removed The player and external power supply if used should be installed in its final location before connecting cables or switching on Ensure that power amplifiers are switched off and the preamplifier volume is turned down before the player or external power supply is switched on The player power button is located on the rear panel The Flatcap 2x Power Supply power button is located on its rear panel The Hi Cap Power Supply power button is located on its front panel 14 CD5x Connections 14 1 Rear Panel ON Susi Power Mains in Comms RC5 input Power supply link plug Phono Phono switch put and interface and upgrade sockets output output fuse link plug fitted left right Notes The power supply link plug should be fitted unless an external upgrade power supply is in use The RC5 Input is intended to accept external control signals for multi room applications Contact your dealer or Naim Audio directly for further information The optional RJ45 socket Comms Interface can provide external control of the player in custom installations C
25. ommend that Naim l l l A hi fi syst lly sh i ircuit with oth loudspeaker cable is used Naim loudspeaker cable is a a a directional and should be oriented so that the printed HONS Oey Ei Omen WAIE CaN Couse disorot H Fy t arrow points towards the speakers The Naim loudspeaker of the mains waveform This distortion can in turn lead to l mechanical hum from mains transformers Some Naim connectors supplied are designed to comply with Secs in size i h lativel European safety legislation and must be used transformers are large in size making them relatively sensitive to such distortion and it may be necessary Contact your local retailer or distributor for further advice to take account of transformer hum when siting your on loudspeaker cables and connectors equipment Transformer hum is not transmitted through the speakers and has no effect on the performance of the system Where fused plugs are used 13 amp fuses should be however a separate mains circuit may reduce it Such fitted Fuses of a lower rating will fail after a period a circuit ideally with a 30 or 45 Amp rating will also of use Do not wire voltage dependent resistors or generally improve system performance Advice on the noise suppressors into mains plugs They degrade the installation of a separate mains circuit should be sought mains supply and the sound from a qualified electrician 2 1 Mains Plug Wiring Do not substitute alternative mains leads
26. ons 19 20 and 21 17 CD5i Connections 17 1 Rear Panel WARNING ATTENTION come WARNING PLEASE READ T DIN output Power Mains switch input and fuse 18 CD5i In Use 18 1 Disc Loading To load a compact disc pull open the CD drawer using the handle on the left hand side of the player Place the disc on the platter followed by the magnetic puck Do not use a puck from any other Naim CD player Different Naim CD players use dissimilar pucks Phono Phono output output left right 18 2 Player Maintenance It is important for reliable operation of the CD5i to ensure that the surfaces of the transport platter and the underside of the puck are free of dust or debris which can prevent the disc from sitting properly and cause it fo slip To clean the transport platter take a piece of Blu tack and lightly apply it to the top surface of the magnetic metal hub picking up any material attached fo it Brush the plastic outer edge lightly with your finger or a soft brush to ensure that it is dust and particle free Similarly clean the puck with Blu tack to remove debris from its underside Do not under any circumstances use any solvents or fluids for the cleaning process 13 CD Player Control and Operation 19 CD Player Control and Operation The operation and control of all Naim CD players is based on a common user interface This section of the manual describes the user interface drawing attent
27. ontact your dealer or Naim Audio directly for further information 11 12 14 2 CD5x Connected to Flatcap 2x Power Supply Cbsax WC DSX_ T 009 S02 gt a i m NIN READ THE MANUAL BEFORE Ee i T E Note L Power Mains Both the Flatcap 2x and CD5x must be connected to a 240 5 to 5 pin DIN switch oa and mains supply and switched on U FLATCAP 2x c ce ro Ne oes A s Ps ATTENTION T A l nen WARNING ee 24 G5 w y Power Mains switch input and Cable fuse direction marker 15 CD5x In Use 15 1 Disc Loading To load a compact disc pull open the CD drawer using the handle on the left hand side of the player Place the disc on the platter followed by the magnetic puck Do not use a puck from any other Naim CD player Different Naim CD players use dissimilar pucks Note If an HDCD encoded compact disc is loaded the CDS5x will automatically recognise and decode it The display will read HDCD for a few seconds after play is pressed 15 2 Power Supply Upgrade The CD5x can be upgraded through the addition of an external Flatcap 2 Flatcap 2x or Hi Cap Power Supply The external supply works with the internal power supply of the CD5x to offer both a greater number of separate supplies and more sophisticated voltage regulation The Power Supply is connected to the CD5x via a five pin DIN cable Switch off both the power supply and CD5x when making connections Remove the li
28. oving Remove the obstruction before attempting to open or close the door again Note If the door is left open for five minutes it will close automatically to prevent inadvertent damage or dust build up within the player Note If an HDCD encoded compact disc is loaded the CD 555 will automatically recognise and decode it The display will read HDCD for a few seconds after play is pressed 6 2 Player Maintenance It is important for reliable operation of the CD 555 to ensure that the surfaces of the transport platter and the underside of the puck are free of dust or debris which can prevent the disc from sitting properly and cause it fo slip To clean the transport platter take a piece of Blu tack and lightly apply it to the top surface of the hub picking up any material attached to it Brush the plastic outer edge lightly with your finger or a soft brush to ensure that it is dust and particle free Similarly clean the puck with Blu tack to remove debris from its underside Do not under any circumstances use any solvents or fluids for the cleaning process If at any time the player door fails to open or close correctly or the top panel door button flashes the door may need re setting and calibrating The procedures are as follows It may only be necessary to carry out the Position Calibration procedure 6 3 1 Door Position Calibration Switch the player off Hold down the top panel door button and switch the playe
29. r on The player display should read Switch the player off and after a short while back on again If the door button flashes this indicates that the Door Reset and Motion Calibration procedures are necessary Carry out the following two procedures 6 3 2 Door Reset Note Door Reset will also reset DIN Phono Socket selection Display settings RC5 RS232 settings and Control Mode setting see Section 19 2 Switch the player off Hold down the top panel stop button and switch the player on Switch the player off and carry out the Door Motion Calibration procedure 6 3 3 Door Motion Calibration With the door fully closed press and hold the top panel door and play buttons and switch the player on The door will continually open and close and the level of open close gain adjustment will be displayed Allow the player to run until the values displayed for open and close have settled to consistent values The door should now open and close consistently Switch the player off and after a short while back on again The door should now operate correctly HocD HDCD High Definition Compatible Digital and Pacific Microsonics are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Pacific Microsonics Inc in the United States and or other countries CDSS 7 CDS3 Introduction and Installation The CDS3 CD Player can only be operated from a Naim XPS or CD 555PS power supply Connection of the XPS Power Supply is illustrate
30. rog key During deletion the track indicated in the player display will be followed by either or or no display indicates that the track is deleted indicates that the track can be deleted while no display indicates that this is the only track remaining and therefore cannot be deleted A random play order can be selected from stop with no play order already in place by pressing prog followed by 1 To reverse a play order press prog followed by 2 Play orders can be reviewed by pressing prog while the player is either stopped or playing The player display will then scroll through the selected tracks The prog indicator on the Volume and mute keys player display will illuminate when a play order has been programmed To clear the program memory press and hold the stop key 15 16 NARCOM 4 Handset 21 NARCOM 4 Handset The NARCOM 4 is a multi functional remote control handset designed to be used with Naim Audio CD players integrated amplifiers preamplifiers preset tuners and subwoofers To fit batteries remove the battery cover and insert the batteries into the body taking care with their orientation Replace the battery cover 21 1 Using NARCOM The CD player can be programmed with a random play order from stop with no play order already in place by Operation of the NARCOM handset is based around three pressing prog followed by 1 Similarly to program a reverse types of keys System Component
31. s Source components and power supplies should be switched on before the power amplifiers Always switch amplifiers off and wait a minute before connecting or disconnecting any leads Always use the power switch on the product rather than a mains outlet switch A thump may be heard from the loudspeakers as power amplifiers are switched on This is normal will not cause any loudspeaker damage and does not point to any fault or problem A mild pop may also be heard shortly after equipment is switched off Naim equipment takes a considerable time to run in before it performs at its best The duration varies but under some conditions the sound may continue to improve for over a month Better and more consistent performance will be achieved if the system is left switched on for long periods It is worth remembering however that equipment left connected to the mains can be damaged by lightning In some circumstances depending on where you live and the earthing arrangements in your home you may experience radio frequency interference Controls on broadcasting in some territories allow very high levels of radio frequency radiation and both the choice and exact siting of equipment may be critical Susceptibility to radio frequency interference is related to the wide internal bandwidth necessary for high sound quality A radio frequency filter kit is available for some Naim equipment but sound quality will be progressively compromis
32. with your finger or a soft brush display will read HDCD for a few seconds after play is to ensure that it is dust and particle free Similarly clean pressed the puck with Blu tack to remove debris from the three locating pins on its underside Take care not to damage the rubber pressure pads Brush them lightly with your finger or a soft cloth Do not under any circumstances use any solvents or fluids for the cleaning process CDX2 10 CDX2 Introduction and Installation The CDX2 CD Player can be operated either from its internal power supply or for improved performance from an external Naim CD 555PS or XPS Power Supply Connection of the XPS Power Supply is illustrated in Diagram 11 2 CD player control and operation is described in Sections 19 20 and 21 The CDX2 should be installed on a dedicated equipment stand intended for the purpose To improve sound quality the player has hard metallic feet which may blemish any delicate surface on which it is placed Do not stand the player directly on top of another item of Naim Audio equipment Care should be taken to ensure that the player is level A transit screw on the underside of the CDX2 should be removed before use and must be replaced if the unit is to be moved or re packed and shipped The transit screw must not be used in any other Naim product Do not invert the player once the transit screw is removed The player and external power supply if used should be installed in
33. yer Control and Operation 15 20 Flash Handset 16 21 Narcom 4 Handset 17 22 Puck Identification 17 23 Declarations Introduction Naim Audio products are conceived with performance as the top priority Careful installation will help ensure that their full potential is achieved This manual covers the CD 555 CDS3 CDX2 CD5x and CD5i CD players and their associated or upgrade power supplies It begins with some general installation notes and statutory safety warnings Product specific information begins in Section 4 1 Connections the mains lead may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in the plug proceed as It is important for both safety and performance that the standard cables supplied are not modified follows The wire coloured GREEN AND YELLOW must be 1 1 Interconnect Cables connected to the terminal in the plug marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or If options are available with your equipment and GREEN and YELLOW installation DIN interconnect sockets should be used in preference to RCA Phono sockets One end of each Naim The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal interconnect cable is marked with a band to establish in the plug marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK its correct orientation The band denotes the end that The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the connects to the signal source terminal in the plug marked with th
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