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Wadia 270 Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 Information and Operation Manual...
  • Page 3 All of us at Wadia would like to offer thanks and congratulations to you for purchasing the Wadia 270 Compact Disc Transport. We sincerely believe that your Wadia 270 is an intelligent investment that will bring you many years of musical pleasure and satisfaction.
  • Page 5 Configuring the Digital Outputs Configuring Clocklink Configuring Resolution Enhancement Changing Configuration Settings Front Panel Controls Display Functions Remote Control Functions Programming The Wadia 270 CD Transport Operating a Wadia Decoding Computer ‘(/(I,, ‘1,s , , < , Important Safety Precautions Environmental Care...
  • Page 7 DIGITAL Wadia Digital Corporation was founded in 1988, making it one of the oldest digital audio companies in existence. Wadia was formed by a group of engineers from the Minneapolis- based 3M Corporation (Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing) who had compiled many years of experience in advanced digital and telecommunications research and development.
  • Page 8 Do not tip the unit onto the back panel. This can damage input and/or output connectors. Place the Wadia 270 Compact Disc Transport on its side on a surface that will not scratch the side panel. Using the Transport Locking/Unlocking Key found in the accessories kit, unlock the transport laser assembly as shown on the label on the bottom of the unit.

  • Page 9: Using Ac Line Conditioners

    You can adjust the spiked feet so that the Wadia 270 sits firmly on all four feet. Place your hand on top of the unit and gently rock it back and forth. If the unit moves, notice which foot is raised, then adjust it by screwing it down from the chassis (clockwise looking from the top of the unit).
  • Page 10 Wadia 270 chassis, before connecting or removing a cable. It is unlikely that a static shock will damage the unit, but it may cause he Wadia 270 Compact Disc transport circuitry to “lock-up” (see Lock-Up under Trouble Shooting in Appendices).
  • Page 11 Clocklink uses two cables connected between the Transport and the Decoding Computer. One goes from the digital output of the Wadia 270 to the digital input of your Decoding Computer. The second is connected from the ClockLink output on the Decoding Computer to the ClockLink input on the Wadia 270.

  • Page 12: Disabled Mode

    In Enabled Mode, the display will indicate Clocklink status during CD playback. DISABLED MODE: In this mode, the Wadia 270 will disengage Clocklink even if it is connected to a ClockLink cable. If your Wadia Decoding Computer does not have a Clocklink output, switching to the Disabled Mode will result in a slight improvement in sound quality.
  • Page 13 When the Wadia 270 is turned on, it will automatically switch to a preset Resolution Enhancement Mode. You can configure the Wadia 270 to switch to your preferred Resolution Enhancement Mode. For more information, see Resolution Mode Select under There are three Resolution Enhancement modes:...
  • Page 14 The front panel of the Wadia 270 features basic controls that allow you to open and close the loading drawer, select a track, play, and stop playing. P R E V I O U S T R A C K...

  • Page 15: Configuration Screens

    Resolution Enhancement Mode has been selected. For example: CONFIGURATION SCREENS These screens are used to change the user-configurable features of the Wadia 270. For example, here is the screen used to configure Clocklink: CHANGING BETWEEN DISPLAY SCREENS Pressing the ENTER key will cause the display to change to the next display screen.
  • Page 16 The remote control included with your Wadia 270 Compact Disc Transport is machined from aluminum and the controls have been carefully laid out for the most convenient operation. Transport Programming r----’ AUTO ; SPACE DELETE Drawer Open / Close CLEAR...

  • Page 17: Display On/Off

    By pressing the Display On or Off key, the Wadia 270 display can be turned off completely. If the display is turned off, it will reappear for a few seconds whenever a Wadia 270 function key on the remote control is pressed.
  • Page 18 The Wadia 270 can be programmed to play the tracks on a CD in a particular order. To program a sequence follow these steps: Press the PROGRAM button on the remote. The program indicator will illuminate in the display window.
  • Page 19 AUTO SPACE: Pressing this button will provide a four second space between tracks on disc, irrespective of the actual time between tracks on disc. The Wadia 270 remote control can be used to operate any of the following Wadia Decoding Computers:...
  • Page 20 To get the best performance from your Wadia 270 CD Transport, and for your own safety, please read and follow these important safety instructions. Before operating the Wadia 270 CD Transport please read all of the operating and safety instructions.
  • Page 21 SHOULD I LEAVE THE WADIA 270 WITH THE POWER ON? The Wadia 270 is designed to be left with the power on with no harm or wear to the unit. All motors and laser circuitry turn off when the unit stops playing. If desired, the front display can be turned off (see Turning off the Display under Remote Operation).

  • Page 22: Power Consumption

    4) Wadia Digital shall not, under any circumstances, be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising from the loss of property or other damage or losses due to the failure of a Wadia 270 Compact Disc Transport. Wadia Digital will not pay for loss of use or inconvenience caused by the failure of a Wadia 270 Compact Disc Trans ort.
  • Page 24 Wadia Digital Corporation 624 Troy Street River Falls, WI 54022 (715) 426-5900 FAX (715) 426 5665 http://www.wadia.com...

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