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Wadia 581 Operation Manual

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Preliminaries
Brief History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installing the Tip-Toes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Connecting to Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Connecting to AC Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Connecting Directly to a Power Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Using with a Preamplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Optimizing the Output Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting Digital Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Choosing a Digital Cable (Wadia 581i only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Front Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Display Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Display Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Menu Screen Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Playback Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Digital Algorithms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Software License Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Environmental Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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Information&Operation Manual
Thank You
All of us at Wadia would like to offer thanks and congratulations to you for purchasing the Wadia 581 Disc
Player. We sincerely believe that your Wadia 581 Disc Player will bring you many years of musical pleasure
and satisfaction.
While every new owner is anxious to begin listening, we encourage you to take a few minutes to read this
manual and familiarize yourself with the full capabilities of the Wadia 581 Disc Player.
If you are in a hurry to begin listening, please read the sections of this manual where the symbol at
right is shown.
Brief History
Wadia was originally founded in 1988, making it one of the first high-end audio companies dedicated to digital
audio. Wadia was formed by a group of engineers who were committed to using advanced digital technology
to improve the performance of digital audio equipment.
Wadia's first product, the Wadia 2000 Decoding Computer, was a breakthrough. For many listeners it proved
the viability of the Compact Disc as a musically involving format.Since then Wadia has continued to develop
new methods and technology. Each product resulted in a new standard of performance for
digital audio decoding.
Here is an abbreviated list of the technological innovations Wadia engineers have pioneered:
• First company to introduce an outboard Digital-to-Analog converter
• First company to develop an audio optimized upsampling digital filter
• First company to apply glass fiber-optics to home audio
• First company to recognize clock-jitter as a source of audible distortion
• First company to test and apply mechanical de-tuning to the development of audio
component chassis design
• First company to offer a CD perfect digital volume control
• First company to develop a Direct to Digital Amplifier - PowerDAC
• Patented DigiMaster upsampling algorithm, optimized for reproducing music
• RocLock proprietary jitter reduction technology
• ClockLink proprietary jitter reduction technology
• Swift-Current zero-feedback current to voltage converter
• Direct-Connect system to connect digital audio products directly to an amplifier
Although Wadia's digital expertise and track record exceed those of any audio company, technology alone does
not guarantee musical performance. Wadia designs are born of a delicate balance of technology shaped by a
passion for music.
Wadia is proud to introduce the Wadia 581 Disc Player, a breakthrough in sonic performance and value, and a
strong statement of our years of dedication to music.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Thank You All of us at Wadia would like to offer thanks and congratulations to you for purchasing the Wadia 581 Disc Player. We sincerely believe that your Wadia 581 Disc Player will bring you many years of musical pleasure and satisfaction.

  • Page 2: Installation And Set-Up Unpacking

    With the unit still positioned on its side, screw one of the tip-toes into the bottom of each corner post. Position the Wadia 581 Disc Player where you would like it to reside in your system. We recommend choosing a solid, non-resonant, level surface for best performance.

  • Page 3: Optimizing The Output Level

    Should I leave the Wadia 581 Disc Player with the power on? The Wadia 581 Disc Player 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 4: General Operation

    Using the switch located directly above the AC power input, turn the switch to the ON position. Front Panel Controls The front panel of the Wadia 581 Disc Player features basic controls that allow you to operate basic functions without using the Remote Control.

  • Page 5: Remote Control Operation

    For example, pressing the balance controls on the remote control will switch the 581 Disc Player display to the Balance screen. After five seconds, the display will return to the Volume screen. Also, pressing the enter button will cause the display to change to the next screen. Repeatedly pressing the enter button will cause the display to continue to change to successive screens, as shown in the Menu Screen Map on page 15.

  • Page 6: Theory Of Operation

    Invert button on the remote control will cause the Wadia 581 to invert phase; pressing it again will switch the phase back to normal. If the Wadia 581 Disc Player is in Phase Invert mode, this will be indicated on the Input Screen of the display.
  • Page 7 581 Disc Player Configuring Digital Inputs for ClockLink (Wadia 581i Only) To utilize ClockLink with an external processor, the Wadia 581i Disc Player digital inputs must be configured for ClockLink as described below. Use the Enter button to scroll through the display menus until you reach the configuration menu for the input you wish to configure.

  • Page 8: Playback Options

    The three algorithms in the 581 Disc Player all upsample to 32x the input rate (at 24 bit/1.4112 MHz DAC sample rate), but differ in their time and frequency domain characteristics. They are: Algorithm A Digimaster v2.5.

  • Page 9: Appendices

    “lock-up” the computer circuitry. A locked-up computer may result in erratic display, no output, and no response to remote commands. If your Wadia 581 Disc Player should lock-up, unplug the AC cord. Wait at least 30 seconds before replugging in the unit. If the unit still does not operate normally, contact your dealer.

  • Page 10: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions ! IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ! To get the best performance from your Wadia 581 Disc Player, and for your own safety, please read and follow these important safety instructions. 1 Before operating the Wadia 581 Disc Player please read all operating and safety instructions.

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