Halo CD 1 Owner's Manual

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Page 1 CD 1 CD Player OWNER’S GUIDE...
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of “dangerous voltage” inside the product that may constitute a risk of electric shock. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ..........Placement and Ventilation Guidelines .
Page 4: Introduction
Parasound is renowned. We designed the new Halo CD 1 to perform at a higher level of sonic performance than you ever imagined possible from your CDs and we encourage you to read this entire manual to maximize your enjoyment.
Page 5: Placement And Ventilation Guidelines
1.75"/44.1mm vertical space.) For mounting in a standard 19” (482mm) equipment rack, you must use the Parasound HRA 2 rack mount kit (purchased separately). The HRA 2 kit includes four bolts and eight plastic washers with raised “shoulders.”...
Page 6: Ac Mains Voltage
220V-240V and the switch must be set to 230V. With the 230V setting the CD 1 can operate safely with AC line voltages between 220V-240V. Incorrect AC Voltage Warranty Exclusion: A CD 1 set for 115V which is damaged by 220V-240V is not covered under the Parasound Limited Warranty. AC Power Cord An audiophile-grade IEC AC cord is supplied with your CD 1.
Page 7: Rear Panel Connections
Recording and broadcast studios use balanced connections exclusively because of their inherent ability to reject noise and hum, thus assuring the best sound. All Parasound Halo products have balanced connectors with XLR jacks for the same reason, so you can take full advantage of their inherent noise reduction capability and superior sound quality.
Page 8: Playing A Cd
CD, and then eject it while the front panel display shows ”NOT AN AUDIO DISC” or “ERROR READING DISC.” ¹ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Book_%28CD_standard%29 ² This statement is included for the sole purpose of advising a technical/operational fact. Parasound encourages you not to violate copyright laws. ³ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Copy_Control...
Page 9 Loading a CD Push the CD gently but firmly into the CD 1’s loading slot. You need to push it in further than you would a car stereo slot-load player. Push the CD until its front edge sticks out only about 1” (25mm) in front of the CD 1’s front panel.
Page 10: Remote Control Operation
Please note that Parasound amplifiers and preamplifiers do not invert the polarity. JC 2 (and P 7) Preamp Control Buttons These buttons enable you to control the Parasound JC 2 and P 7 preamplifiers.
Page 11: Setup Menu Options
Setup Menu Options The CD 1 includes a setup menu for several operational preferences. To enter the setup menu first eject and remove a CD that might be in the player. Next press the “ > ” button on the front panel and the first setup option will appear on the front panel display.
Page 12: Problems And Remedies
Problems and Remedies Unit will not turn on • Check that the Master AC power switch on the rear panel is set to ON • Check that the AC power outlet is live. No sound from speakers • Check that input cables and speaker wires are secure at both ends. •...
Page 13: If You Require Assistance Or Warranty Repair
Are You Having Difficulty? Repair or Service Call your Parasound dealer first. If the dealer can’t help you with your problem we encourage you to call Parasound’s Technical Service Department at 415 397-7100, Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm Pacific Time.
Page 14: Specifications
Rack Mount Accessory: HRA 2 (May be purchased separately) Specifications and features subject to change or improvement without notice. Copyright Parasound Product Inc., 2012 Rev. 1.0 Parasound Products, Inc. 2250 McKinnon Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124 Tel 415-397-7100 / Fax 415-397-0144 www.parasound.com...
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Page 16 Parasound Products, Inc. 2250 McKinnon Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124 Customer Service: 415-397-7100 www.parasound.com...