Musical Fidelity CD Player A55 User Manual

A5.5 CD  
A5.5 SERIES COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH VALVE OUTPUT STAGE  
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE  
Thank you for purchasing the Musical Fidelity A5.5 CD player  
This model uses a professional quality drawer loading CD transport, ultra low jitter 24 Bit DAC technology  
and further jitter reduction techniques to achieve both an excellent technical specification and unparalleled  
CD sound quality. This is complemented by an ECC88 valve buffer stage to give a high quality valve audio  
output.  
The A5.5 is a perfect answer to CD requirements in a beautifully engineered package.  
Used properly and carefully, it should give many years of outstanding musical reproduction.  
Dust regularly with a soft duster or soft brush, but be careful when using cleaning or polishing agents - they  
may harm the surface finish.  
If you have any questions about your audio system,  
Please consult your dealer who is there to help and advise.  
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SAFETY INFORMATION  
A5.5 CD  
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
The A5.5 is a CD player which has been designed and manufactured according to FDA regulations "title 21, CFR,  
chapter 1, sub-chapter J, based on the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968", and is classified as a Class  
1 laser product. There is no hazardous radiation during normal use because invisible radiation emitted inside this  
product is completely confined within the protective housing. However you must observe the following important  
warnings:  
CAUTION!  
THIS CD PLAYER USES INVISIBLE LASER LIGHT. WHEN THE PLAYER OPERATES, LASER LIGHT  
IS RADIATED INTERNALLY. DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE HOUSINGS.  
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN  
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE CAUSING EYE  
INJURY.  
IF THIS PRODUCT DEVELOPS A FAULT, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR AUTHORISED MUSICAL  
FIDELITY SERVICE AGENT. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE IT YOUR-SELF AND DO NOT  
CONTINUE TO USE THIS PRODUCT IN A FAULTY STATE.  
INTERNAL LASER WARNING LABELS  
CAUTION  
VORSICH!  
-
-
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND  
INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.  
UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG TRITT AUS,  
WENN DECKEL GEÖFFNET UND WENN  
SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG ÖBERBRÖCT IST.  
NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN!  
- OSYNLIG LASERSTRALNING NÄR DENNA DEL  
AR ÖPPNAD OCH SPÄRR ÄR URKOPPLAD.  
STRALEN AL FARLIG.  
CAUTION!  
CLASS 1  
LASER  
VARNING  
ADVARSEL - USYNLIG LASERSTRAKING VED ABNING, NAR  
SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDEREER UDE AF FUNCTION UNDGA  
UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRALING.  
VAROITUSI - SUOJAKOTELOA EI SAA AVATA LAITE SISÄLTÄÄ  
LASERDIODIN, JOKA LAHETTÄÄ (NAKYMATONTA)  
SILMILLE VAARALLISTA LASERSATEILYA.  
PRODUCT  
REAR PANEL  
THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR, CHAPTER 1,  
SUBCHAPTER J, PART 1040 AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE.  
THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.  
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO TWO CONDITIONS:  
1. THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND  
2. THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED,  
INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED  
OPERATION.  
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SAFETY INFORMATION  
A5.5 CD  
LASER INFORMATION:  
Manufacturer : Sharp  
Optical pick-up :  
Pick-up type : GH6C005B  
Wavelength : 780nm  
RADIO - FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (RFI)  
This equipment uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and operated in accordance with the  
instructions, may cause interference to radio communications.  
However, it is designed to radiate minimal levels of RFI, and accordingly been testing to North American standards  
(FCC regulations - limits for a class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the rules). These requirements are intended  
to provide reasonable protection against excessive interference in a residential installation.  
Conversely, the product has also been checked to ensure that its own operation is not adversely affected by normal  
background levels of RFI received externally.  
However, if interference is experienced, for instance to radio or TV broadcasts, the user is recommended to try one or  
more of the following measures:  
Identify the source of interference by turning off power to the CD player or other equipment individually, and  
checking whether the problem disappears.  
Re-orientate or relocate the receiving aerial.  
Move the CD player away from the receiver.  
Connect the CD player to a mains outlet on a different circuit from the receiver.  
Consult a dealer or experienced TV/radio technician for help.  
If a problem persists, please contact Musical Fidelity's service department.  
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GENERAL ADVICE  
A5.5 CD  
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS and USER INFORMATION  
Your new A5.5 is designed and built to provide trouble-free performance, but as with all electronic devices it is  
necessary to observe a few precautions:  
Heed all warnings shown on the back of the product.  
Only connect the A5.5 to a mains outlet having the same voltage as marked at the back of the unit.  
Always ensure that when disconnecting and reconnecting your audio equipment the mains supply is switched  
off.  
Position the mains lead and signal interconnects where they are not likely to be walked on or trapped by items  
placed on them.  
Do not use near water, or place water-filled containers on the A5.5, for example, a flower vase or potted plants.  
If water does spill inside, immediately pull out the mains plug from the wall socket and inform your  
dealer, who should then check the unit before further use. Entry of liquid into the A5.5 is dangerous,  
and may cause electric shock or fire hazard.  
Do not place the unit near direct heat sources such as radiators, direct sunlight or other equipment.  
Do not remove any covers or try to gain access to the inside. There are no internal adjustments or fuses you  
can replace yourself. Refer all service work to an authorised Musical Fidelity agent.  
Note: Unauthorised opening of the equipment will invalidate any warranty claim.  
Dust regularly with a soft cloth or soft brush but be careful when using cleaning or polishing agents - they may  
harm the surface finish.  
The electronics in modern hi-fi equipment is complex and may, therefore, be adversely affected or damaged by  
lightning. For protection of your audio system during electrical storms, remove the mains plugs and disconnect any  
aerial lead.  
If after-sales service is required, to help your dealer identify the A5.5 please quote the serial number located on the rear  
panel of the unit.  
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ITEM DISPOSAL INFORMATION  
A5.5 CD  
DISPOSAL  
AFVAL  
The crossed out wheeled bin label that appears on  
Het label op de achterzijde van dit apparaat, een  
afvalbak op wielen met een kruis doorgehaald, geeft aan dat dit  
apparaat niet samen met gewoon huishoudafval mag worden  
weggegooid. Om mogelijke schade aan onze leefomgeving te  
voorkomen dient dit apparaat, gescheiden van gewoon  
huishoudelijk afval, te worden afgevoerd zodat het op een  
milieuvriendelijke manier kan worden gerecycled. Neem voor  
beschikbare inzamelplaatsen contact op met uw gemeentelijke  
reinigingsdienst of met uw elektronica leverancier.  
the back panel of the product indicates that the product must not  
be disposed of as normal household waste. To prevent possible  
harm to the environment please separate the product from other  
waste to ensure that it can be recycled in an environmentally safe  
manner. Please contact your local government office or your  
retailer for available collection facilities.  
DISPOSITION  
La poubelle sur roulettes barrées X, qui apparaît en logo  
sur le panneau arrière du produit, indique que celui-ci ne doit pas  
être traité comme un déchet domestique commun. Afin de  
protéger l'environnement, ce produit électronique devra être géré  
séparément et donc recyclé selon les nouvelles normes  
Européennes Rohs concernant les déchets d'appareils  
électroniques. Prière de contacter les services concernés  
gouvernementaux ou votre point de vente pour l'élimination et  
l'enlèvement de déchets électroniques équipés de composants  
électroniques.  
HÄVITTÄMINEN  
Yliruksattua jäteastiaa kuvaava tarra tuotteen  
takalevyssä kertoo, että tuotetta ei saa käsitellä normaalina  
talousjätteenä. Ympäristön suojelemiseksi on tuote pidettävä  
erillään muusta jätteestä ja se on kierrätettävä ekologisesti  
kestävällä tavalla. Ota yhteyttä laitteen myyjään tai Pirkanmaan  
Ympäristökeskukseen lähimmän kierrätyskeskuksen löytämiseksi.  
AFSKAFNING  
Logoet med en skraldespand med kryds over på  
bagsiden af apparatet indikerer at dette produkt ikke må kasseres  
som normal husholdningsaffald. For at forebygge mulig skade på  
miljøet, bedes De separere dette produkt fra andet affald, og sikre  
at det bliver genbrugt på en miljørigtig måde. Kontakt venligst de  
lokale myndigheder eller din forhandler for oplysning om  
nærmeste tilgængelige opsamlingssted for elektronikaffald.  
DISPOSAL  
La etiqueta cruzada hacia fuera del compartimiento que  
aparece en el panel trasero del producto indica que el producto no  
se debe reciclarse como basura normal de la casa. Para prevenir  
daños posible al ambiente separe por favor el producto de otras  
basura para asegurarse de que puede ser reciclada de una manera  
ambientalmente segura. Entre en contacto por favor a su oficina  
gubernamental local o a su minorista para las instalaciones  
disponibles de la colección.  
∆ΙΑ∆ΙΚΑΣΙΑ ΑΠΟΡΡΙΨΗΣ  
ΤΟ  
ΣΗΜΑ  
ΜΕ  
ΤΟΝ  
∆ΙΑΓΕΓΡΑΜΜΕΝΟ  
ΤΡΟΧΗΛΑΤΟ ΚΑ∆Ο ΑΠΟΡΡΙΜΑΤΩΝ ΣΤΗΝ ΠΙΣΩ ΟΨΗ  
ΤΟΥ ΜΗΧΑΝΗΜΑΤΟΣ  
RIFIUTI  
L'etichetta del cassonetto barrato riportato sul retro  
dell'apparecchio indica che il prodotto non deve essere smaltito  
tramite la procedura normale di smaltimento dei rifiuti domestici.  
Per evitare eventuali danni all'ambiente, separare questo prodotto  
da altri rifiuti domestici in modo che possa venire riciclato in base  
alle procedure di rispetto ambientale. Per maggiori dettagli  
sulle aree di raccolta disponibili, contattate l'ufficio govenativo  
locale od il rivenditore del prodotto.  
∆ΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ ΤΟ ΠΡΟΙΟΝ ΑΥΤΟ ∆ΕΝ ΠΡΕΠΕΙ ΝΑ  
∆ΙΑΧΕΙΡΙΣΘΕΙ  
ΣΑΝ  
ΣΥΝΗΘΙΣΜΕΝΟ  
ΟΙΚΙΑΚΟ  
ΑΠΟΒΛΗΤΟ.  
ΠΡΟΣ ΑΠΟΦΥΓΗ ΕΝ∆ΕΧΟΜΕΝΗΣ ΕΠΙΒΑΡΥΝΣΗΣ ΤΟΥ  
ΠΕΡΙΒΑΛΛΟΝΤΟΣ, ΞΕΧΩΡΙΣΤΕ ΤΟ ΠΡΟΙΟΝ ΑΠΟ ΤΑ  
ΑΛΛΑ  
ΑΠΟΡΡΙΜΑΤΑ  
ΑΝΑΚΥΚΛΩΣΗ ΤΟΥ ΜΕ ΤΟΝ ΠΡΕΠΟΝΤΑ ΤΡΟΠΟ.  
ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΟΥΜΕ ΝΑ ΕΠΙΚΟΙΝΩΝΗΣΕΤΕ ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΤΟΠΙΚΗ  
ΥΠΗΡΕΣΙΑ ΑΝΑΚΥΚΛΩΣΗΣ ΜΕ ΤΟ ΚΑΤΑΣΤΗΜΑ  
ΩΣΤΕ  
ΝΑ  
ΕΞΑΣΦΑΛΙΣΘΕΙ  
Η
FACHGERECHTE ENTSORGUNG:  
Η
Das auf der Geräterückseite angebrachte Label deutet  
ΑΓΟΡΑΣ ΓΙΑ ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΕΣ ΛΕΠΤΟΜΕΡΕΙΕΣ.  
darauf hin, dass das Produkt nicht mit konventionellem  
Hauskehricht entsorgt werden darf. Um Schäden und  
Verschmutzungen an Umwelt und Mensch zu vermeiden, muss  
das Produkt fachgerecht entsorgt und von anderem Abfall getrennt  
werden. Wenden Sie sich bei Fragen hierzu an Ihren Fachhändler  
oder an eine öffentliche Informationsstelle.  
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INSTALLATION  
A5.5 CD  
INTRODUCTION  
AUDIO CONNECTIONS  
Congratulations on the purchase of your new A5.5 CD  
player.  
Outputs: Connect your amplifier inputs to the RCA  
sockets on the back panel marked as LEFT and RIGHT  
outputs. These are valve outputs for best in sonic  
performance  
If desired, the unit can also be attached to an external  
DAC of your choice. The unit outputs COAX and  
OPTICAL digital signal stream at 44.1kHz.  
The A5.5 CD has extremely low jitter, vanishingly low  
distortion, exemplary linearity and ultra low noise. Its  
case design complements the A5.5 series components  
which include an integrated amplifier all in the same  
convenient size.  
Great attention has been paid to internal layout,  
isolating each circuit section to prevent possible  
interaction.  
POWER CONNECTIONS  
The unit plugs into mains supply using IEC mains lead.  
Do not force the connector.  
The CD digital data streams are first up-sampled to  
192kHz, which moves noise, jitter and distortion  
artefacts well above the audio band. They are then  
passed through a new, low noise, low distortion 24-bit  
dual-differential digital-to-analogue converter, which  
allows simpler filtering of the analogue output. This in  
turn gives an improved audio response without the need  
for sharp filters that degrade sound quality. The result is  
a CD player which has a smoother response than  
previously possible with none of the “hardness” of other  
units.  
SWITCHING ON  
Use the supplied IEC mains cable to connect the unit to  
the mains supply. Press the POWER button on the front  
panel. The display will light, and the word MUTE  
appears for about 30 seconds. This is to allow the valve  
stage to warm up and settle. MUTE then disappears  
indicating the unit is ready to use.  
CLEANING  
Another feature of the A5.5 CD is an additional high  
quality ECC88 valve buffer stage output for added valve  
warmth to the sound.  
The resultant performance achieved by this unit is  
among the best in the world. It has excellent signal to  
noise ratio, low distortion, wide bandwidth, huge  
dynamic range, extraordinary resolution and fine detail.  
Before cleaning the unit, switch off power at the mains  
switch and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.  
Clean the cabinet and remote control unit using a moist  
cloth. We do not advise using solvents, white spirit or  
thinners as they could damage the surface finish.  
NOTES ON USING COMPACT DISCS  
Always hold discs by the edges and make sure they  
remain clean - do not touch the surface. Keep discs away  
from direct sunlight and heat sources, such as radiators.  
Clean discs with a cloth before playing them, but do not  
use solvents such as benzene, thinners, or antistatic spray  
intended for analogue records.  
After playing, always return the disc to its case for  
storage.  
INSTALLATION  
Position the A5.5 CD on a stable, horizontal surface  
where there is no risk of it being knocked, or subjected  
to vibration such as from loudspeakers.  
Protect your A5.5 CD from humidity - if the unit is  
moved from a cold place to a warm room, or in generally  
humid conditions, moisture can form on the pickup lens  
inside the player, preventing the laser beam from reading  
the disc. If this happens, remove the CD, close the  
drawer, and leave the unit switched on for an hour or so  
to allow sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate.  
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FACILITIES AND CONNECTION  
A5.5 CD  
FRONT PANEL  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1. CD DRAWER  
6.STOP button  
2. DISPLAY  
7.PREVIOUS button  
8.NEXT button  
9.IR lens  
3. ON/OFF switch  
4. OPEN/CLOSE button  
5.PLAY/PAUSE button  
REAR PANEL  
10  
11  
12  
13  
10. DIGITAL OPTICAL output  
12. LEFT AND RIGHT valve audio outputs  
11. DIGITAL COAXIAL output  
13. IEC MAINS POWER inlet  
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REMOTE CONTROL  
A5.5 CD  
The universal remote control shown below enables functions from this and related units to be operated from a convenient distance.  
Equivalent buttons on the remote control have the same functions as those on the front panel of the unit. Other functions are only  
available by remote control.  
As the handset uses an invisible infra-red light beam, the front edge must be pointed directly towards the receiver window at the  
front of the player, without visual obstruction between them.  
If the range of the remote control greatly decreases, replace the batteries with new ones. Do not mix old and new batteries - two  
are required, size AAA, LR03 or SUM-4.  
Please dispose of used batteries in accordance to local regulations.  
Tuner Buttons:  
INFO – To access broadcast information  
MENU – to choose options  
AUTO TUNE – finds previous/next  
broadcast  
BAND – Selects DAB or FM  
STORE – Stores station as preset  
MONO/STEREO – Option for weaker  
FM stations  
SELECT – To choose preset/DAB  
station  
Amplifier Buttons:  
PHONO – Selects Phono input  
DIG 1 – Selects Digital 1 inputs  
DIG 2 – Selects Digital 2 input  
USB – Selects USB input  
CD – Selects CD input  
PRESET ↑ ↓ selects preset  
TUNE ↑ ↓ steps up/down band  
VOLUME UP/DOWN – sets  
volume level  
TUNER – Selects TUNER input  
AUX/HT – Selects AUX 1/HT input  
TAPE – Select TAPE input  
CD Buttons:  
MUTE – Mutes speaker outputs  
until pressed again  
DISPLAY – Dims display  
TIME – Displays Track Time/Time  
remaining  
0-9 Buttons – Used to select track  
numbers  
CHECK – Check pre programmed  
tracks  
CLEAR – Clears selected pre  
programmed track  
PROGRAM – Programs selection and  
order of tracks  
A/B Sets repeat start/end to repeat  
section of track  
INTRO – Player plays first 10 seconds  
of each track  
SHUFFLE – Plays back tracks in  
random order  
REPEAT – Repeats whole disk or  
selected tracks  
TRACK – Next/previous track  
PAUSE/PLAY – Stop/start CD  
playback  
SEARCH – Fast forward/backward  
through track  
STOP – Stop playing/Eject CD  
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CD BASIC OPERATION  
A5.5 CD  
LOADING AND PLAYING COMPACT DISCS  
TRACK SELECTION (Remote control)  
Simply press the PLAY button to start a CD playing  
from the first track.  
NO DISC  
Alternatively, a specific track can be selected directly by  
pressing one of the ten track number buttons grouped in  
the centre-section of the remote control. The chosen  
track then plays after a short delay of about 5 seconds.  
To play a track number with two digits, press the second  
digit button on the remote control within this delay  
period, example for track 17:  
To load a disc, press OPEN/CLOSE button to gain  
access to the tray.  
Display will show “OPEN”  
OPEN  
Press 1:  
When the tray is fully extended, gently place the disc,  
with the label facing upwards, centrally into the  
indentation and press the OPEN/CLOSE button again so  
the displays show “CLOSE”.  
PLAY  
1
Press 7 within about 5 seconds:  
PLAY 17  
CLOSE  
The unit will scan the contents of the disc. After a short  
delay, the display windows then show the total number  
of tracks available on the CD, and total playing time. In  
the following example there are 7 tracks, lasting a total  
of 41 minutes 56 seconds  
After a small pause, machine plays selected track:  
PLAY 17 0:01  
If a track number is chosen which is not available on the  
disc, for example pressing button number 9 if the CD  
has only 7 tracks, an INVALID TRACK message is  
briefly displayed (along with elapsed time of last track  
played).The display then indicates STOP, and shows the  
number of tracks available on the CD and total playing  
time, as in the above example.  
STOP  
7
41:56  
PAUSE  
Pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button on the front or top  
panel whilst a disc is playing pauses playback of the  
disc. PAUSE appears in the display windows instead of  
PLAY. The disc will continue spinning, but the track  
does not advance and the CD's output is muted.  
DISC PLAY  
If PLAY/PAUSE is pressed, the unit will begin playing  
from track 1, confirmed by the word PLAY appearing  
on the left of the display, with 1 in the centre and  
elapsed time on the right.  
PAUSE 1  
0:03  
PLAY  
1
0:01  
Pressing PLAY/PAUSE again resumes playback from  
the same place.  
When all tracks on the CD have been played, the display  
shows STOP and total number of tracks on the disc.  
PAUSE (Remote control)  
On the remote control, PLAY and PAUSE buttons have  
separate functions at each end of the same button.  
Pressing PLAY will only control disc play, and Pressing  
PAUSE will not resume play. Note that if the disc is  
already playing, pressing the PLAY button reverts to the  
beginning of the current track.  
STOP  
7
TRACK SELECTION  
To change track, the track skip buttons PREVIOUS and  
NEXT on the front panel can be pressed to jump  
forwards or backwards one track in either direction.  
Corresponding TRACK buttons on the remote control  
are marked |<< and >>|.  
If the unit has stopped playing, a specific track can be  
accessed directly by pressing either PREVIOUS or  
NEXT to obtain the required track number, then  
pressing PLAY/PAUSE.  
STOP  
Playback can be stopped at any time by pressing the  
STOP button once. On the remote control, press either  
end of the button, not the middle part. If mains power to  
the unit is switched on with a disc already loaded, it will  
automatically search for the disc.  
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CD SPECIAL FEATURES  
A5.5 CD  
REPEAT PLAYBACK  
This function is obtained by pressing SHUFFLE on the  
remote control with the unit either stopped or playing. If  
the A5.5 is already playing, play will continue in  
random order until all tracks on the disc have been  
played.  
Shuffle play is cancelled by pressing the SHUFFLE  
button a second time. The unit resumes normal play  
function, continuing to the end of the disc in normal  
order starting from wherever it was left by the previous  
random selection.  
The REPEAT button on the remote control allows the  
repeated playback of either one track or all tracks on the  
disc.  
By pressing the REPEAT button once, only the current  
track is repeated, and the display shows  
PLAY  
repeat track  
1
0:12  
If the REPEAT button is pressed a second time,  
repeat disc” is displayed instead, and the entire disc is  
then played repeatedly.  
From stop mode, pressing PLAY/PAUSE also begins  
shuffle play.  
If REPEAT is then pressed whilst in shuffle mode, a  
repeat shuffle function is obtained  
PLAY  
1
0:24  
repeat disk  
PLAY  
7
0:39  
repeat shuffle  
Pressing REPEAT a third time cancels repeat mode.  
Pressing >>| selects the next track in random order.  
A-B REPEAT PLAYBACK  
“A-B repeat” provides the option of playing just a  
certain section of the disc over and over again.  
Find the beginning of the required section either by  
listening, or using the display time as a guide.  
When the desired starting point is reached, press button  
A / B on the remote control.  
SCAN INTRODUCTION  
The scan-introduction function allows play back of just  
the start of each track on the disc, for instance to locate a  
preferred track by ear.  
Press INTRO on the remote control, and if the player  
has stopped, the display will show  
The display will show  
STOP 74  
scan intro  
PLAY  
repeat a-  
1
0:34  
The first ten seconds (approximately) of each track on  
the CD can then be played in sequence by pressing  
either PLAY/PAUSE on the front panel, or PLAY on  
the remote control.  
When the disc has reached the end of the required  
section, press the A / B button again, to display and the  
unit  
PLAY  
repeat a-b  
1
1:55  
Press INTRO again to cancel introduction search mode.  
If INTRO mode is cancelled while the A5.5 is still  
playing, the remainder of the entire disc will be played.  
continuously plays the selected part of the disc in this  
case, the segment of track 1 from 34 seconds to 1 minute  
55 seconds.  
To cancel A-B repeat mode, press A / B on the remote  
control.  
PROGRAMMED PLAY  
The built-in program memory allows you to store up to  
99 track numbers and then play them back in the held  
order. Each track is stored as a “step” in the program.  
With the CD loaded and the player stopped, first press  
PROGRAM on the remote control. The following is  
then displayed :  
SHUFFLE PLAYBACK  
The SHUFFLE feature allows tracks on the discs to be  
played in random sequence rather than the normal  
consecutive order.  
STOP 74  
program 1 track 0  
PLAY  
1
0:34  
On the remote control, press the numeric button of the  
track number corresponding to the first track you wish  
to store (number 3 for example).  
shuffle disc  
Tracks are also played in a different order each time the  
disc is restarted, or another disc loaded.  
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That track number will now appear in the display:  
When all programmed tracks have been played, the CD  
player stops. The same track selection can then be  
played again by pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button on  
the front panel, or PLAY on the remote control.  
To repeat a programmed sequence continually, press  
REPEAT whilst playing the program.  
STOP 74  
program 1 track 3  
Press PROGRAM again on the remote control - the  
next program step is selected, (program 2) and the track  
number revert to 0 ready for a new entry.  
To cancel this mode, press PROGRAM.  
STOP 74  
program 2 track 0  
Note: The program contents will be cleared if you  
switch off the power, or open the tray and load another  
disc. If, however, the same disc is loaded again with  
the power still switched on, the program sequence is  
retained in the memory.  
Continue entering track numbers in the same way up to  
a maximum of 25. If more than 25 tracks are attempted  
the memory will not accept any extra ones, and the  
display reverts to “program 1”.  
DISPLAY  
Remember that when entering a single-digit track  
number, there is a delay of about two seconds before the  
display accepts the entry - this is to allow time for a  
second button to be pressed when a double-digit number  
is required.  
A5.5 display brightness can be controlled in three levels  
by pressing the DISPLAY button on the remote control.  
The original setting is maximum brightness, but by  
pressing the DISPLAY button once, brightness is  
reduced, and a further press turns the display off.  
If an incorrect entry is made, say track 99 when there  
are only 7 tracks available on the disc, a brief error  
message is displayed  
INVALID TRACK  
program 2 track 9  
If at any time you wish to add a track to the list, press  
the CLEAR button to obtain the next step number.  
Alternatively, to delete a previous entry, press CLEAR  
a second time to remove the last entry. Repeated  
pressing of CLEAR will then erase each step in reverse  
order. So to delete an entire program sequence from the  
memory, press CLEAR repeatedly until “program 1” is  
shown in the display.  
When the last track number has been entered, press  
PROGRAM a final time, then the PLAY button to start  
the program sequence.  
PLAY  
1
0:41  
play program  
If you wish to check the selection before playing back  
your program, the CHECK button can be pressed to  
step through each program entry in turn.  
If during this check sequence the PLAY button is  
pressed, the remaining part of your programmed  
selection will play to the end of the sequence.  
Otherwise, to play all the programmed tracks from the  
beginning of the sequence, press PLAY/PAUSE, or  
PLAY on the remote control.  
The >>| button may be pressed to jump to the next  
track in the programmed sequence, or  
|<< button to obtain the previous track in the sequence.  
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CD PROBLEMS?  
A5.5 CD  
Basic problem-solving with a CD player is similar to troubleshooting other electrical or electronic equipment. Always check the most obvious  
possible causes first, such as the following examples:  
Problem  
No power / display  
Probable Cause  
Remedy  
Power plug is not inserted into psu correctly  
Plug in securely fully into power supply’s  
A5.5 rear socket  
No playback when disc is loaded, “NO  
DISC” displayed  
Disc is loaded with label side down  
Incorrect disc type  
Re-load with label side up  
Please load a standard audio CD  
Clean disk and try again  
Dirty disc  
Moisture/humidity or cold affecting laser lens  
Leave unit on for an hour to allow moisture  
to evaporate.  
No audio output, or too low level output Incorrect or missing connections  
Check connections and make sure they are  
secure.  
Hum  
Audio connector plug not fully pushed in  
Cable Fault  
Insert plug securely  
Check cable is connected at both ends.  
Unsuitable Cable  
N.B. some esoteric cables have internal  
wiring intentionally disconnected/modified.  
For best results on all inputs analogue AND  
digital, please use good quality screened  
coax; signal and screen directly connected  
both ends.  
(e.g. cable grounds not connected)  
Miss-tracking (sound jumping)  
Player is receiving vibration or shock  
Disc is dirty  
Change position of player away from  
loudspeakers  
Clean disc surface  
Moisture/humidity or cold affecting laser lens.  
Leave unit on for an hour to allow moisture  
to evaporate.  
Interference noise heard from radio  
tuner  
Player is positioned too near the tuner  
Keep a reasonable distance between player  
and tuner, or switch off player power  
Remote control does not work  
Power supply switch is set to off  
Set switch to on  
Battery(ies) fitted the wrong way round  
Insert batteries correctly  
Batteries are flat  
Change batteries for a new set  
Remote control is not pointed directly towards the  
front panel of the player  
Ensure there is no obstruction between the  
remote control and player front  
Remote control range has greatly  
reduced  
Batteries are running out  
Change batteries – for a new set  
This product contains a PHILIPS CD mechanism, which complies with the PHILIPS/SONY red book CDDA  
standard. It is guaranteed to play all disks similarly marked without any problems.  
Please note that due to “piracy” concerns, some record companies/pressing plants are creating disks that do  
not adhere to this standard. Such disks may –or- may not play in some –or- all CD player products of any  
manufacturer. We advise caution in using these disks, as the information contained therein has been  
deliberately manipulated and can cause audio degradation and/or playability problems.  
We also advise caution with using cheap CD-R, and/or CD-RW disks for audio, and to ensure all home-generated CDs intended for  
playback on this unit are recorded as CDDA AUDIO CDs (i.e. not MP3, WAV, etc.) on good quality media.  
Remember - the most vulnerable part of a CD playing system is the disc itself. The most likely cause of a disc not playing is that the disc itself is  
faulty, scratched or simply dirty. Never open the case of the unit yourself, as this will invalidate the guarantee. If none of the above actions affect  
a cure, please contact your dealer or Musical Fidelity service agent.  
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CD SPECIFICATIONS  
A5.5 CD  
Output impedance  
50 Ohms  
DAC:  
DAC circuit  
Total correlated jitter  
Linearity  
24 bit Delta-Sigma (Bit stream) dual differential 8X over sampling  
< 135 pS  
< 0.1dB down to -96dB  
Output digital 0dB level  
Frequency response  
Channel separation  
Signal / noise ratio  
Total harmonic distortion  
2.18VRMS at 1 kHz nominal  
10Hz to 20 kHz -0.2dB max  
> 105dB 20Hz to 20 kHz  
> 117dB “A” weighted  
< 0.003% 10Hz to 20 kHz  
Connections:  
Line level outputs:  
Digital outputs  
1 pair RCA Valve outputs  
1 S/PDIF (RCA connector)  
1 optical (TOSLINK)  
Power requirement:  
Standard accessories:  
100 / 115 / 230Volts AC  
50 / 60Hz (factory pre-set),  
22 Watts maximum  
8 Watts idle  
A5.5 Power supply lead  
Mains lead  
Remote control  
Batteries  
1.0 m  
1 off  
1 off  
1 off  
2 off  
10 Amp IEC type  
A5.5, universal  
Size LR03 or AAA  
manganese alkaline type  
Dimensions:  
Unit Only  
440 mm  
125 mm  
385mm  
17inches  
5 inches  
15¼ inches  
wide  
high  
deep inc. terminals  
Unit in shipping carton  
555 mm  
290 mm  
525 mm  
22 inches  
11 ½ inches  
20 ¾ inches  
wide  
high  
deep  
Weight:  
11.2 kg,  
15.7 kg  
24 ¾ lbs  
34 ½ lbs  
Unboxed  
In shipping carton , including all  
accessories  
Musical Fidelity reserves the right to make improvements which may  
result in specification or feature changes without notice.  
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MANUAL REVISION  
A5.5 CD  
RELEASE  
DATE  
CHANGES  
Issue 1  
1st September 2007  
27th September 2007  
1st release  
Updated description front  
page  
Issue 2  
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