Roksan Audio Caspian M2 User Manual

1 The Caspian 'AMP/CD' Button (1) selects Caspian CD and Integrated devices ('Caspian' logo on
LCD). This button toggles between Page1 & Page2 of the LCD display for the CD remote
functions.
10 The BACK LIGHT Button (10) turns on the handset buttons and LCD display illumination.
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There are three repeat functions available on your CD player:
1. To repeat all tracks on the disc press Repeat Button (11) 1/ALL. The display will show
(ALL)'.
2. To repeat one track press Repeat Button (11) 1/ALL twice. The display will show
3. To repeat a section:
 Press PLAY to start playing the disc
Go to the track at the start of the section
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 Designate the beginning track of the section by pressing Repeat Button (12) A-B. The
display will show 'REPEAT (A)'
 Go to the track at the end of the section
 Designate the end track of the section by pressing Repeat Button (12) A-B. The display
will show 'REPEAT (B)'
The section selected will play repeatedly until pressing Repeat Button (12) A-B again to stop
section repeat.
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Pressing the Memory Button (13) lets you select specific tracks and play them in any order. Programming
must be performed in STOP mode.
To programme a sequence:
1 Press Memory Button (13) on the handset.
Display
The word MEMORY lights and the display flashes
track 1 and step 1 ready for programming.
2 Select a track from the handset, using the Next
Track, Back Track Buttons (3, 4), or via the Numeric
Keys (8). (For example track 3)
Display
Shows 3 the selected track and step 2 ready for the
next track to be programmed.
3 Select the next desired track. (For example track 9)
Display
Shows 9 the selected track and step 3 ready for the
next track to be programmed.
4 When you have assembled your programme, press the Play Button to start Programme Play.
 You can select a track more than once to be played in the programme.
 You can press stop and the programme will still remain.
 You can check and change programmed tracks in stop mode by pressing the Check Button (16) to
march through the programme steps and use the Clear Button (17) to delete a track and then
select a new track in its place if you wish.
 TO CANCEL A PROGRAMME
Press the Clear Button (17) in stop mode and hold for 3 seconds to clear all programmed tracks.
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Pressing the Shuffle Button (15) will automatically select the tracks on the disc at random and play them one
after the other until all the tracks have been played. Random play is performed in STOP mode.
Please note sometimes some tracks selected would be sequential may appear not to be at random.
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Pressing the Intro Button (14) will only play the first 10 seconds of each track as a taster. This button toggles
between ordinary play mode and intro play mode.
T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G
If you suspect your ROKSAN M2 CD Player is not operating properly, first check all the connections carefully.
Pay particular attention to input and output connections. Phono plugs should be fully inserted- a frequent
cause of problems is that Phono plug surrounds do not make proper contact. Below are some commonly
encountered problems with suggestions for possible cure. The list is not exhaustive: If you have any
unresolved problems, please consult your appointed ROKSAN dealer or distributor.
SYMPTOM LIKELY CAUSE
The disc tray will not close when a Disc not placed properly in tray Re-place disc properly
disc is inserted Disc is warped Discard disc
Disc inserts, display does not show Disc inserted upside down Re-insert disc
the number of tracks and playing Disc is dirty or scratched Clean disc, discard scratched disc
time Condensation on the laser lens Let CD player warm up and dry out lens
Dirt on the laser lens Refer to appointed dealer or service centre
DO NOT use CD lens cleaners
Skipping & mistracking Excessive vibration Ensure player is stable and vibration-free
Disc is dirty or scratched Clean disc, discard scratched disc
Programme play inoperative Programming accidentally erased Re-programme memory
Excessive hum Connection loose, cable faulty Re-connect plugs, change interconnect
One channel inoperative Interconnect or amplifier faulty Change lead, try another line input on amp
Remote handset operation erratic Batteries weak or wrongly inserted Replace batteries, observe polarity
or not working Handset signal path is obstructed Remove obstruction, move handset
Handset transmission angle too Operate handset in front of CD Player
wide Darken room
Room lighting/sunlight excessive
Caspian M2 Balanced CD Player User Manual
G U A R A N T E E
There are no user-serviceable parts inside your Caspian M2 CD Player. If a fault should develope, refer any
servicing to your appointed ROKSAN dealer, distributor or ROKSAN approved service agent.
Your ROKSAN Caspian M2 CD Player is guaranteed against any defect in materials and workmanship for a
REPEAT period of five years from the date of purchase.
This guarantee only becomes effective if the warranty card is validated by the ROKSAN retailer from whom the
equipment was purchased and returned to ROKSAN within 28 days of purchase.
'REPEAT
This guarantee excludes:
1. Damage caused due to accident, misuse, neglect and incorrect installation, adjustment or repair.
'REPEAT (ONE)'.
2. Liability for damage or loss during transit from the retailer or purchaser to ROKSAN or its authorised
distributor for the purposes of repair or inspection.
Carriage costs to ROKSAN shall be borne by the consignor.
All claims under this guarantee must be made through an authorised ROKSAN retailer.
If equipment returned for repair to ROKSAN is found on inspection to comply with the
product specification ROKSAN reserves the right to make a charge for examination
and return carriage. Unauthorised servicing will void this guarantee.
S P E C I F I C A T I O N
MEMORY
Operating System
Frequency Response
Harmonic Distortion
Intermodulation Distortion
S/N Ratio (IHF-A Wtd.)
Wow & Flutter
Channel Separation
Output Voltage
Analogue Outputs
Digital Outputs
D/A Conversion
Resolution/Sampling
Oscillation
Crystal
Mechanical Isolation
Jitter
Idle Pattern
Stop band Rejection
Power Supply
Power Source
Power Consumption
Dimension
Weight
S A F E T Y C E R T I F I C A T I O N
SHUFFLE
LASER SAFETY
This unit employs a laser. Only qualified persons should remove the cover or attempt to service this unit due to the risk of eye
injury.
INTRO
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
M2 Balanced CD Player
KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT
SUGGESTED REMEDY
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M2 Balanced CD Player
M2 Balanced CD Player
CD digital audio system (CD, CD-R, CD-RW)
20Hz – 20kHz ƒ 0.2dB
< 0.0015% @ 0dB, 1kHz (Typically 0.0005%)
< 0.005% @ -30dB, 1kHz
< 0.01% @ 0dB, 20kHz
< 0.001% @ 0dB (Typically 0.0005%)
105 dB
Quartz precision
>100 dB @ 1kHz
>100 dB @ 20kHz
1.95Vrms
L&R, RCA Gold plated
L&R Balanced XLR Gold plated
75 Ohm Coaxial, RCA Gold plated
110 Ohm Balanced AES/EBU, XLR Gold plated
Optical, Toslink
PCM1798 Advace Segment, Audio-Stereo DAC
24 bits / 192 kHz
rd
3 Overtone Oscillation
Super precision, custom made
Main chassis de-coupling feet, custom made
Laser mechanism 2 stage de-coupling
<130 psec (Typically <70 psec)
<-105 dB
<-95 dB
x2 high performance low noise toroidal transformers
12 fully regulated power rails
100V – 120V 50Hz / 60Hz
220V – 240V 50Hz / 60Hz
< 20 W
432 x 330 x 70 (W x D x H) mm
432 x 330 x 80 (including feet)
10Kg
M2 Balanced CD Player
CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS
DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
VORSICHT! UNSICHTBARE LASERTRAHLUNG TRITT AUS. WENN DECKEL
GEOFFET UND WENN SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELLUNG
„BERBR„CKT IST.
VARNING OSYNUG LASERSTR...LNING N†R DENNA DEL †R ‡PPNAD
OCH SP†RR †R URKOPPLAD.STR...LEN †R FARLIG.
ADVARSEL USYNLIG LASERSTR...LING VED ...BNING, N...R
SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERE ER UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGA
UDSˆTELSE FOR STR...LING.
VARO! AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA
OLET ALTTINA N†KYM†TT‡M†LLE LASERS†TEIL YLLE.
†L† KATSO S†TEESEEN.
Laser Diode Properties
Materials: Ga-Al-As
Wavelength: 755-815 nm (25‰C)
Laser Output: Continuous Wave max.0.7mW
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Caspian M2 Balanced CD Player User Manual
Roksan Audio Limited
J u b i l e e C l o s e T o w n s e n d L a n e
L o n d o n N W 9 8 T R E n g l a n d U K
TEL. +44 (0)20 8900 6801 FAX. +44 (0)20 8205 2644
www.roksan.co.uk email info@roksan.co.uk
I N T R O D U C T I O N
Congratulations on your purchase of the ROKSAN M2 Balanced CD Player. This CD Player is
designed and manufactured to the highest specification and rigorously tested to offer you many
years of trouble-free pleasure.
Your M2 Balanced CD Player is at the heart of your hi-fi system. Its correct installation, set-up and
operation will have a profound influence on the sonic performance of the entire hi-fi installation.
Please read the contents of this manual thoroughly. It will help you to understand your hi-fi
equipment better and enhance your listening pleasure.
This manual is divided into the following sections:
 Safety Instructions (Accompanying card)
 Safety Certification
 Introduction
Cautions

 Installation
 Setup
 Operation
 Troubleshooting
Guarantee
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 Notes
 Specifications
U N P A C K I N G
U N P A C K I N G
Included in the packing of M2 Balanced CD Player you will find:
 One mains lead fitted with the correct mains power plug for your country
 One Roksan learning system remote handset (RMX-108) and x4 AAA batteries
 One information pack and warranty card
After removing these items please retain all packing materials. Correct packing is necessary for
transportation of your M2 Balanced CD Player.
M M A A I I N N T T E E N N A A N N C C E E
After disconnecting the CD Player from the mains supply, the cabinet and front panel may be
cleaned with a lightly dampened soft cloth or chamois leather. Avoid using abrasives or solvents.
E E U U D D I I R R E E C C T T I I V V E E S S
This product is designed to comply with the legal provisions of EU Directives 89/3336/EC and
72/23/EC. The standards which have been applied are those which were in force at the time of the
introduction of this product.
This product bears the CE mark.
This product is compliant to EN 60065.
This product must be earthed. Please ensure that other equipment connected to it is earthed
according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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