Perreaux Silhouette SXCD User Manual

Silhouette SXCD  
Compact Disc Player  
Owners Manual  
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Introducing the  
Perreaux Silhouette Series  
Designed as a range of high quality, yet affordable modules; the  
Silhouette series will compliment and enhance your existing  
system.  
Drawing on our extensive knowledge gained from more than a  
quarter of a century of developing highest quality audio products,  
the Silhouette series concentrates our legendary design and build-  
quality into a compact package without sacrificing performance.  
The Perreaux Silhouette series provides performance levels never  
before seen in its class.  
Key Features  
Computer optical drive transport  
Flexible two-box solution  
Low-jitter, precision master clock  
Burr-Brown (Texas Instruments) DAC and SPDIF  
transmitter  
Option to use external master clock via pLINK  
Optimal PCB and ground plane layout  
Ultra-short signal paths  
High-quality fibreglass PCB with minimal internal wiring  
Digital output  
Scientific Conversion digital output transformer  
RS232 communication via pLINK  
RC-5 remote input  
Compact and stylish  
The Perreaux Silhouette series takes you even closer to the  
elusive goal of “The Perfect Re-Creation of a Musical  
Event”.  
From all of us at Perreaux Industries Limited, thank you for  
choosing the Perreaux Silhouette Series SXCD Compact Disc  
Player.  
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Important Safety Instructions  
Note:  
Please read all instructions carefully before attempting to  
operate your Perreaux Silhouette SXCD Compact Disc  
Player.  
ALWAYS switch off power to your system before attempting to  
connect or disconnect cables.  
ALWAYS disconnect your system from the mains before  
attempting to clean your unit.  
ALWAYS keep electrical equipment out of reach of children.  
ALWAYS unplug sensitive electronic equipment during  
electrical storms.  
NEVER disconnect the mains earth from the system.  
NEVER operate the SXCD with the cover removed.  
NEVER use any liquid inside the SXCD.  
NEVER attempt to repair the SXCD. In the event of a problem,  
please contact your Perreaux dealer.  
NEVER expose the SXCD to extremely high or low  
temperatures.  
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Table of Contents  
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Introducing the Perreaux Silhouette Series .................................... 3  
Important Safety Instructions............................................................. 4  
Table of Contents .................................................................................. 5  
Unpacking and Placement .................................................................. 6  
Instant Install.......................................................................................... 7  
Electronics Module................................................................................ 9  
Transport Module................................................................................15  
Placement Options..............................................................................17  
Special Design Philosophies..............................................................18  
Special Design Features .....................................................................20  
Care and Maintenance .......................................................................23  
Warranty Information ........................................................................24  
Extended Warranty Registration Form..........................................25  
Troubleshooting Guide......................................................................26  
Specifications........................................................................................28  
Physical Dimensions............................................................................31  
Contact Details.....................................................................................33  
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Unpacking and Placement  
Unpacking The two components which comprise the SXCD CD player are  
Procedure packaged for maximum protection. To open, sit each box upright  
and cut the reinforced tape at the top of each box. Each module  
can now be removed.  
Pull the foam protecting end-caps off either side of each of the  
modules and remove the black material covering.  
The SXCD Compact Disc Player is now unpacked and ready for  
further installation.  
Note:  
Please retain all packaging material for future transport.  
Box 1 x SXCD Compact Disc Player Electronics  
Contents  
1 x SXCD Compact Disc Player Transport  
1 x Product manual  
1 x Detachable AC power cord  
1 x 50-way ribbon cable  
1 x 75Ω coaxial cable  
1 x BNC to RCA adaptor  
3 x Performance analysis charts  
Placing Your The SXCD should generally be placed close to your preamplifier  
SXCD or integrated amplifier, thus keeping interconnect cabling  
between the SXCD and associated components as short as  
practical. This will reduce the systems susceptibility to radio  
frequency (RF) interference and the negative effects associated  
with long cables.  
Ventilation The SXCD is a low power electronic device. Ventilation  
Requirements requirements are not considered an important factor in product  
placement.  
In the event that the SXCD is to be incorporated into custom  
cabinetry, please refer to the dimensional information provided in  
the Physical Dimensions section of the manual (Chapter 13).  
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Instant Install  
If you are like us, the first thing you will want to do is to play  
your favourite piece of music through your new SXCD Compact  
Disc Player. The following instructions are written to enable you  
to achieve this as quickly as possible.  
These are not  
comprehensive instructions, but are designed to enable you to  
play music now!  
Note:  
Please take the time to read the SXCD manual thoroughly  
as it incorporates many features, which will enhance its  
operation.  
Placement  
The SXCD is a low power electronic device and best results will  
be achieved when placed away from potential interference from  
other components and electrical devices, for example AC mains  
cords/outlets, transformers, high-power amplifiers, computers,  
etc.  
Place the SXCD close or near the preamplifier in order to make  
as short a connection as possible.  
Turn off associated components  
This minimises the potential to damage any other components  
when connecting your SXCD into the system.  
Connect Transport module to Electronics module  
Connect the Transport module to the Electronics module by  
connecting the 50-way ribbon cable between the header on the  
underside of the Transport and the header at the rear of the  
Electronics module. Noting polarity of each connector. Refer to  
Chapters 3 and 4 for more information about connecting this  
cable.  
Connect SXCD to preamplifier  
Connect the analog output of the SXCD to the input of your  
preamplifier. Refer to Chapter 3 for Rear Panel information.  
Connect preamplifier to power amplifier  
Connect the audio output from the preamplifier to the input of the  
power amplifier.  
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Switch on preamplifier  
Turn on your preamplifier.  
Switch on power amplifier  
Turn on your power amplifier.  
Plug CD player into AC mains  
Please check the voltage label to ensure that your unit conforms  
to the mains voltage in your region then connect to the AC mains  
using the AC power cord supplied.  
Caution!  
Never attempt to connect the unit to the incorrect voltage.  
Switch on SXCD CD player  
Power up your SXCD CD Player by setting the power switch at  
the rear of the electronics unit to the down position.  
Open disc drawer  
Open the disc drawer of the SXCD by pressing the EJECT  
button, topmost button of user interface.  
Insert disc  
Place your favourite CD recording in the drawer label-side up,  
ensuring the disc is properly centered.  
Press PLAY  
Start your favourite recording by pressing PLAY, the centre  
button. The tray will retract and your favourite recording will be  
playing in seconds.  
Turn it up  
Slowly increase the volume of your preamplifier to achieve a  
comfortable listening level.  
CONGRATULATIONS!  
Now that you have achieved your first objective, sit back, relax  
and please read the rest of the manual at your own pace in your  
favourite armchair whilst sipping a glass of wine. You’ll find the  
whole experience much more pleasurable whilst listening to  
music.  
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Electronics Module  
Front Panel  
Functions  
Status LED  
This blue LED indicates the status of your SXCD compact disc  
player.  
Off  
This indicates the power to the CD player is switched off.  
On  
The LED constantly illuminated indicates the SXCD is powered  
and either playing a disc or is in an idle state ready for a disc to  
be played.  
Slow Flashing  
If the LED is flashing slowly, the CD player is paused.  
Moderate Flashing  
If the LED is flashing at a moderate rate, the CD player is busy  
and may not respond immediately to any user interface.  
Fast Flashing  
If the LED flashes fast, the CD player has encountered an error,  
such as a bad disc or incompatible media format.  
Skip/Scan Back  
Pressing this button momentarily returns to the beginning of the  
current track. Pressing multiple times quickly in succession  
returns to the beginning of the applicable track, until the start of  
the disc is reached.  
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Pressing and holding this button will scan backwards through the  
currently playing disc. Upon releasing the button, the disc will  
play. If the start of the disc is reached the disc will stop  
Stop  
Pressing this button stops a disc that is playing. If play is  
resumed, the disc will start over from the first track.  
Skip/Scan Forward  
Pressing this button momentarily advances to the beginning of  
the next track. Pressing multiple times quickly in succession  
advances to the beginning of the applicable track, until the end of  
the disc is reached.  
Pressing and holding this button will scan forwards through the  
currently playing disc. Upon releasing the button, the disc will  
play. If the end of the disc is reached the disc will stop.  
Play/Pause  
Pressing this button starts playing the current disc. If the disc  
drawer is open, it will close automatically.  
Normally, the disc will start playing from the first track.  
However, a different track can be selected using the SKIP  
buttons before pressing the PLAY button to start playing a  
different selection.  
Pressing this button once during playback will suspend play at  
that point in the track. The disc continues to spin and play will  
be resumed from the current position. Pressing the PAUSE  
button a second time will resume play.  
Eject  
When the transport drawer is closed, pressing this button opens  
the drawer. To close the drawer press the EJECT button again.  
The drawer can also be closed by pressing the PLAY button.  
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Rear Panel  
Functions  
Transport Interface  
The 50-way header allows connection to the SXCD transport  
unit using the ribbon cable supplied.  
Caution!  
This header is polarised, please note polarity of mating  
plug when connecting the ribbon cable.  
Damage may occur to the transport and/or electronics if  
ribbon cable is connected with the incorrect polarity.  
Use only the supplied 50-way ribbon cable.  
Analog Outputs  
These single-ended (RCA) outputs provide line-level analog  
audio, via suitable RCA interconnect cables, to a preamplifier or  
integrated amplifier.  
For more information on analog output specifications, please  
refer to Chapter 12.  
Digital Output  
The single-ended (BNC) output provides a Sony/Philips Digital  
Interface Standard (SPDIF) digital audio signal to an outboard  
digital to analog converter (DAC) or digital receiver.  
The SPDIF standard dictates 75Ω transmission of the digital  
audio signal. Use a digital interconnect cable specifically  
designed with a characteristic impedance of 75Ω, such as the  
coaxial cable supplied.  
A BNC connector has been used in place of the “standard” RCA  
type because RCA connectors can never achieve a characteristic  
impedance of 75Ω. Refer to Chapter 7 ‘Special Design Features’  
for more information on why a BNC connector is used.  
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If you already have a suitable high-quality digital interconnect  
equipped with RCA connectors, please use the supplied adaptor  
to convert the BNC output to RCA.  
For more information on digital output specifications, please  
refer to Chapter 12.  
Note:  
Use a 75Ω digital interconnect cable equipped with BNC  
connectors to get the best possible digital performance,  
such as the coaxial cable supplied.  
Using the supplied adaptor to convert the BNC output to  
RCA will not degrade the signal any more than if an RCA  
connector was fitted by default.  
pLINK Port  
This RJ45 connector offers two functions – communication  
using the RS232 protocol and the ability to use the master clock  
of an external source.  
RS232 Communication  
Basic functions of the SXCD compact disc player can be  
controlled using the RS232 serial communication protocol.  
The RJ45 pins are configured for RS232 as follows:  
Pin 1: 5V  
Pin 2: CMOS/TTL Receive (RX)  
Pin 3: CMOS/TTL Transmit (TX)  
Pin 4: Ground (GND)  
An adaptor, available from your Perreaux dealer, enables  
integration via RS232 with control products; such as AMX,  
Crestron and Control4.  
Caution!  
Attempting to use the pLINK port for RS232 without the  
necessary adaptor will result in damage to the SXCD, and  
may also damage the control device.  
External Master Clock  
Best jitter performance in any digital system occurs when there is  
a single master clock in the entire system and that clock is  
located as close as possible to the conversion stage.  
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The SXCD compact disc player facilitates this functionality by  
allowing the internal master clock to be disabled and sourced  
from an external device, such as an external digital to analog  
converter (DAC).  
The RJ45 pins are configured for using an external master clock  
as follows:  
Pin 6: Master Clock Input  
Pin 7: Ground (GND)  
Pin 8: Internal Clock Disable  
To enable this function the internal master clock must first be  
disabled by connecting the Internal Clock Disable (Pin 8) to  
GND. The master clock from the external device can then be  
supplied to the Master Clock Input (Pin 6).  
Caution!  
The frequency of the external master clock must be  
11.2896MHz.  
RC-5 Input  
This 3.5mm stereo jack allows standard CD player RC-5 remote  
control codes to control the basic functions of the SXCD  
compact disc player.  
IR Repeater Port  
Directly connecting to a device with an infrared (IR) repeater  
port, via a 3.5mm stereo plug cable, allows easy integration into  
automation and control solutions such as Niles and Xantech.  
Each 3.5mm stereo plug must follow the specifications as per the  
diagram below:  
Sleeve: Ground (GND)  
Ring: No connection  
Tip: Signal  
Caution!  
Do not use a mono 3.5mm plug when directly connecting  
the RC-5 input to an infrared (IR) repeater port.  
A stereo 3.5mm plug must be used to avoid damage to the  
SXCD. Using a stereo 3.5mm plug will not harm the  
infrared (IR) repeater port.  
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The SXCD is designed to function with the standard CD player  
RC-5 remote control codes. For more information about the  
standard RC-5 remote control codes for CD players please visit  
website.  
External IR Receiver  
Alternately, by using an external infrared (IR) receiver,  
commands can be received from a universal or programmable  
remote control which uses the standard CD player RC-5 remote  
codes.  
The stereo 3.5mm plug of the infrared (IR) receiver must follow  
the specifications as per the diagram below:  
Sleeve: Ground (GND)  
Ring: +ve  
Tip: Signal  
More information about the infrared (IR) receiver can be  
obtained from your Perreaux dealer or found on the Perreaux  
Serial Number/Voltage Label  
The serial number is unique to your SXCD. Please record this  
number and store it in a safe place. For any service related  
enquiry, please be prepared to quote the product serial number to  
Perreaux personnel or their service representative.  
The voltage displayed in this area is the ONLY voltage that can  
be accepted by the unit.  
Caution!  
Never attempt to connect the unit to the incorrect voltage.  
AC Mains Input  
An IEC-standard mains input is provided at the rear of the unit.  
The AC cord set is removable, allowing it to be upgraded at your  
will.  
On/Off Switch  
When operating the switch down, power is applied to the SXCD  
compact disc player.  
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Transport Module  
Underside  
Functions  
Electronics Interface  
The 50-way header allows connection to the SXCD electronics  
unit using the ribbon cable supplied.  
Caution!  
This header is polarised, please note polarity of mating  
plug when connecting the ribbon cable.  
Damage may occur to the transport and/or electronics if  
ribbon cable is connected with the incorrect polarity.  
Use only the supplied 50-way ribbon cable.  
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Disc Drawer  
Functions  
Disc Drawer  
The disc drawer glides out to accept a compact disc and retracts  
to play it. Place the disc in the drawer label-side up and make  
sure the disc is properly centred in the tray.  
The disc drawer is normally opened by pressing the EJECT  
button. It may be closed by pressing the EJECT button again or  
by pressing the PLAY button, where the drawer will retract and  
playback will commence.  
Manual Eject  
In the event that the disc drawer doesn’t respond to the EJECT  
button being pressed; a small thin object, such as a straightened  
paper clip, can be inserted into the hole to manually eject the disc  
drawer.  
Caution!  
To avoid potentially damaging the transport, the CD player  
must be switched OFF before attempting to manually eject  
the disc drawer.  
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Placement Options  
Two-Box The compact two-box solution provides the flexibility and  
Solution versatility to meet a range of placement and style options.  
Mixing with other Silhouette Series components creates a system  
which strikes at the heart of Silhouette Series philosophies –  
minimalist form and function harmoniously encompassing  
superlative performance.  
Stacked The two modules can be stacked one on top of the other for a  
narrow front profile.  
Electronics on top  
Transport on top  
Side-by-Side Placing the units side-by-side is gives a sleek modern form.  
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Special Design Philosophies  
Perreaux has been designing and manufacturing only the highest  
quality audio componentry for more than a quarter of a century.  
Technology has continued to evolve rapidly over that time and  
our knowledge and application of design, materials and  
manufacturing techniques has advanced in tandem with this.  
Today’s Perreaux range comes closer to fulfilling our shared  
vision than at any other time in the past.  
The SXCD has been developed to meet customer demands for  
compact higher quality products. Careful attention has been  
taken throughout the development phase, not to make  
compromises that would degrade the high quality of reproduction  
that the unit is capable of delivering.  
To follow is a discussion on some of Perreaux design  
philosophies that have been incorporated into the entire range.  
Minimalist Leading British architect, John Pawson, writes:  
Design  
The Minimum can be defined as the perfection  
that an object achieves when it is no longer  
possible to improve it by subtraction. This is the  
quality that an object has when every component,  
every detail, and every junction has been reduced  
or condensed to the essentials. It is the result of  
the omission of the inessentials”.  
Perreaux has historically embraced the minimalist ethic from an  
audio design perspective only. The concept of “less equating to  
more” has been at the heart of all Perreaux audio designs for  
more than a quarter of a century. Our current product offering  
takes the minimalist ethic to new levels by totally embracing the  
concept.  
Minimalist Electronics  
We wish to maximise the quality of your listening pleasure by  
keeping the componentry and signal path as uncluttered, short  
and clean possible. All components in the signal path, even those  
of the highest quality have an effect on the signal, thereby  
altering the quality of the reproduction in some way. Our aim is  
to recreate in its entirety, the original performance by not adding  
or subtracting anything, irrespective of the source.  
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Minimalist Aesthetics  
Our products appeal to those who seek the ultimate in audio  
exclusivity, namely the perfect blend of “form and function”.  
“Form and function” are both tough masters. We make no  
excuses for producing some of the most distinctive high-end  
audio products on the planet. We let “form and function” blend  
together in perfect harmony. This surely is the essence of true  
minimalist utilisation.  
Minimalism in a Wider Context  
John Pawson writes:  
Clearly simplicity has dimensions to it that go  
beyond the purely aesthetic: it can be seen as the  
reflection of some innate, inner quality, or the  
pursuit of philosophical or literary insight into the  
nature of harmony, reason, and truth”.  
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Special Design Features  
Construction The SXCD is stylish and unobtrusive. The front panel is made  
from high quality solid 6.0mm (0.2”) thick aluminium extrusion  
featuring our trademark machined Perreaux logo and intuitive  
user-interface. The front-panels are finished in durable and  
stylish satin chrome finish electroplate. The chassis and cover  
are both manufactured from heavy gauge steel. No cover fixing  
screws are visible. These minimalist styling cues combine  
seamlessly to allow form and function to blend in harmony and  
are typical hallmarks of the Perreaux brand.  
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Out  
Block  
Diagram  
Optical  
Drive  
I2S  
Generator  
RAM  
SPDIF  
Analog  
Out  
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Micro  
Controller  
Data  
Clocks  
Analog  
Filter  
DAC  
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User  
Interface  
Master  
Clock  
Compact At 216mm (8.5”) wide x 58mm (2.3”) high x 172mm (6.8”)  
Two-Box deep, each module of the SXCD is extremely compact – the two-  
Solution box solution providing the flexibility and versatility to meet a  
wide range of placement options.  
Signal Special attention has been paid to sensitive analog and digital  
Ground ground planes to maintain sonic purity. All signal grounding is  
optimised to provide a platform for a black background and  
increased dynamic range.  
Simple User The five buttons on the front panel provide a simple and intuitive  
Interface user interface – allowing easy access to all the standard functions  
of a CD player.  
Computer Using a computer optical drive to access audio data via the IDE  
Optical interface, and ATAPI protocol, provides an architecture which  
Drive keeps the number of jitter contributors to an absolute minimum.  
Extracting the data in a parallel fashion, rather than serial, via the  
IDE interface the transport operates independently of the master  
clock therefore completely eliminating jitter and data timing  
errors between the controller and the optical mechanism.  
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Increased The increased 4x-8x read speed of the optical drive, compared  
Read Speed with 1x-2x speeds of standard mechanisms, gives the drive more  
opportunity for error correction – ensuring the audio data stream  
is a true reflection of what is presented on the compact disc.  
Precision The master clock, and its implementation, is the single most  
Master Clock important aspect of any CD player. A precision clock oscillator  
with high temperature stability, fast 8ns rise and fall times and  
jitter less than 5ps provides the foundation for best possible jitter  
performance. Optimal physical location close to the SPDIF  
transmitter and DAC ensure jitter levels are kept to a minimum.  
Ultra Short The circuitry for the analog and digital outputs have been laid out  
Signal Paths with the utmost care – components are arranged as compact as  
physically possible to keep track lengths to a minimum, ensuring  
signal paths are as short and direct as possible.  
Digital Utilising what is arguably the best digital audio transformer on  
Output the market today, the digital output transformer from Scientific  
Transformer Conversion ensures the SPDIF signal maintains very low levels  
of jitter. High Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMMR) and  
decreased capacitance guarantee greatly reduced interference  
susceptibility, noise and pulse aberration.  
BNC Digital RCA connectors are inherently disadvantaged for use with the  
Output high frequency (1.4MHz-2.8MHz) signals associated with  
Connector 44.1kHz/16-bit digital audio. Design limitations mean RCA  
connectors can never achieve a characteristic impedance of 75Ω,  
resulting in reflections and signal loss due to impedance  
mismatch. In contrast, BNC connectors are purposely designed  
to carry high frequency signals, up to 2GHz for 75Ω – therefore  
overcome the problems exhibited by RCA connectors.  
Custom The 36VA toroid transformer is custom designed by Toroid  
Designed International (Noratel) exclusively for Perreaux. The fully  
Toroidal screened transformer, along with the low mechanical hum and  
Transformer  
low exterior magnetic field inherent in toroidal transformers,  
provides a solid foundation for the low-noise power supplies.  
Multiple Stable, clean power is paramount in any CD player for good  
Regulated performance. Two transformer secondary windings, and three  
Power regulated power supplies, ensure power to the optical drive is  
Supplies isolated from the sensitive analog and digital supplies. The DAC  
is further isolated from the digital supply with its own local  
voltage regulator.  
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Digital Noise Conducted and radiated digital noise can wreak havoc on power  
Filtering supplies and sensitive circuits. Filtering is heavily employed  
throughout to stop conducted digital noise infecting power  
supplies and sensitive circuits, and greatly reduce radiated noise.  
pLINK Port The pLINK port provides communication to an external device  
via the RS232 protocol, allowing easy integration into  
automation and control solutions. The pLINK port also supports  
the capability to receive a master clock from an external source,  
such as an external DAC.  
RC-5 Remote Standard CD player RC-5 remote control codes can be used to  
Input control the basic functions of the SXCD. Directly connecting to  
a device via a 3.5mm stereo plug cable allows easy integration  
into automation and control solutions. Alternately, by using an  
infrared (IR) receiver, commands can be received from any off-  
the-shelf universal or programmable remote controls which use  
the standard CD player RC-5 remote codes.  
Multiple By default, the computer optical drive supports a multitude of  
Media media types and formats – allowing the SXCD to function  
Support consistently and reliably with CD-DA, CD-R and CD-RW  
media, including Mixed Mode audio and data content.  
No Display Liquid Crystal Displays (LCD) with Cold Cathode Fluorescent  
Lamp (CCFL) backlighting, and Vacuum Fluorescent Displays  
(VFD) both require an inverter for operation. Inverters typically  
run at frequencies greater than 100kHz and are a source of  
conducted and radiated radio frequency (RF) interference. By  
excluding the display, this source of RF interference has been  
eliminated and cannot infect the precious power supplies or  
sensitive digital and analog circuitry.  
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Care and Maintenance  
Note:  
Never apply liquid directly to the SXCD.  
Never use abrasives.  
Never rub in a circular motion.  
Cover The cover features a durable high quality powder coat finish. To  
remove finger marks and dirt, lightly rub the surface with a soft  
cloth.  
If the dirt is not removed, dip your cloth in a mild solution of  
soap and water, squeeze excess moisture from it and then gently  
reapply to the surface.  
Stubborn dirt may be removed by the application of a small  
quantity of isopropyl alcohol, applied directly to the cleaning  
cloth only, and reworking the effected area.  
Front Panel The SXCD front panel features a high quality electroplate finish.  
Over time the surface may retain finger marks and may need to  
be cleaned to restore it to original condition.  
Regular Cleaning  
Gently wipe the front panel with a very clean cotton cloth. Wipe  
across the surface and never in a circular motion.  
Removing Stubborn Marks  
Only attempt this infrequently, as too regular or vigorous  
application may damage the surface.  
Apply a small quantity of any car polish containing carnauba  
wax to a very clean cotton cloth.  
Note:  
The car polish must state “Safe for Clear Coats” as the polish  
will therefore contain the absolute minimum amount of  
abrasive compound.  
Gently wipe over the front panel in lateral motion, allow to dry  
then gently wipe off with a very clean cotton cloth.  
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Warranty Information  
1 Year The Perreaux SXCD is warranted free from defects in material  
Limited and workmanship under normal use for a period of 1-year (365  
Warranty days) from the date of purchase.  
To extend the warranty of the Perreaux SXCD to three (3) years  
from date of purchase, please return a fully completed warranty  
registration form along with a copy of the original receipt of  
purchase to:  
Perreaux Industries Ltd  
PO Box 305  
Mosgiel  
Dunedin 9053  
New Zealand  
For the Extended Warranty Registration Form, please refer to  
Chapter 10.  
3 Year The extended warranty for the Perreaux SXCD is three (3) years  
Extended from the date of purchase. If during the warranty period the  
Warranty SXCD exhibits defects in materials and/or workmanship, it will  
be repaired or replaced, at our option, without charge for either  
parts or labour, at our factory in New Zealand. The warranty  
does not apply to any unit that has been misused, abused or  
altered.  
Any unit that is not performing satisfactorily may be returned to  
the factory in New Zealand for evaluation. Return authorisation  
must first be obtained by either calling or writing to Perreaux  
prior to shipping the unit. Perreaux Industries Ltd and its  
authorised distributors and dealers shall not be held liable for any  
freight or insurance charges. Freight and insurance charges to  
and from the Perreaux factory will be the sole responsibility of  
the owner of the unit.  
There is no other express warranty on the SXCD. Neither this  
warranty nor any other warranty, express or implied, including  
any implied warranties of merchantability of fitness, shall extend  
beyond the warranty period. No responsibility is assumed for  
any incidental or consequential damages.  
Obtaining In the event that you are experiencing difficulty with your SXCD,  
Service please as a first step consult the troubleshooting guide in Chapter  
11. For further assistance, please contact your Perreaux dealer.  
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Extended Warranty  
Registration Form  
Please complete this form and either fax, mail or e-mail it, along  
with a copy of the original receipt, to Perreaux Industries Ltd.  
Fax:  
+64 3 489 2976  
Mail:  
Perreaux Industries Ltd  
PO Box 305  
Mosgiel  
Dunedin 9053  
New Zealand  
Alternatively, complete the online Warranty Registration Form  
3 Year Extended  
Warranty Form  
Name:  
Address:  
Suburb:  
City:  
Country:  
Telephone:  
E-mail:  
Website:  
Product:  
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Dealer:  
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Troubleshooting Guide  
Please use this guide if you are experiencing any problems with  
the SXCD in your system. It will provide possible solutions for  
some given symptoms.  
SXCD won’t The unit is not turned on  
function  
Check the SXCD power switch is turned on.  
Power not turned on  
Check that the SXCD is plugged in to the AC mains and the  
main power switch is turned on.  
Faulty wall socket or mains lead  
Make sure the AC mains wall socket is working properly and the  
mains lead is not damaged.  
Fuse is blown  
A fuse is blown in your SXCD; please contact your Perreaux  
dealer.  
SXCD won’t CD in upside down  
play a CD  
Make sure the disc is inserted the correct way up.  
Disc is not a compatible format  
Ensure the disc is a CD and of a compatible format, i.e. CD-DA,  
CD-R or CD-RW. The SXCD cannot read data discs, unless  
they are Mixed Mode and contain audio data.  
The sound Scratched or dirty disc  
skips  
Check the CD is not severely scratched and remove any marks,  
smudges or dust.  
There is no Interconnect cables not connected  
output from  
my system  
Make sure that the input and output interconnect cables are  
plugged in and are connected to the respective RCA sockets on  
the rear of the SXCD.  
Not set to play  
Ensure that the SXCD is playing the recording you would like to  
listen to, and that pause has not been pressed.  
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No disc present  
Check that a disc is inserted for the SXCD to play.  
No volume setting  
Make sure that the volume on your preamplifier or integrated  
amplifier is set to a suitable level.  
Incorrect input  
Confirm that the SXCD output is connected to the appropriate  
source input of the preamplifier or integrated amplifier.  
Loud speakers not connected  
Check that your loud speakers are firmly connected via cables  
into the binding posts n the rear of the amplifier.  
I can hear a Input sockets and/or output binding posts corroded  
hum coming  
through my  
Check that RCA sockets and binding posts on the SXCD and  
other associated equipment are all free from corrosion.  
loud  
speakers  
Interconnect cables damaged  
Make sure that the integrity of your interconnect cables is sound  
and they are firmly connected to your preamplifier or integrated  
amplifier and the SXCD CD player.  
SXCD is close to external interference  
Check the proximity of your SXCD to any possible source of  
EMI and/or RF interference, for example computers, televisions,  
amplifiers, speakers, etc. Ideally the SXCD should be placed as  
close as possible to your preamplifier or integrated amplifier.  
pLINK Cable not plugged in  
functions  
don’t work  
Ensure the pLINK cable is connected at both ends, to the SXCD  
and the controller device.  
Connectors wired incorrectly  
Check that the pLINK cable is wired correctly to interface with  
the controller device.  
RC-5 codes Incompatible remote codes  
don’t work  
Make sure the remote control supports CD player RC-5 codes.  
Weak remote batteries  
The remote control’s batteries may need to be replaced, also  
check they are inserted correctly.  
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Specifications  
The correlation between published specifications and sonic  
quality can be unreliable. A list of numbers reveals virtually  
nothing. All technical measurements must be subject to  
qualitative as well as quantitative interpretation. Measurements  
of the SXCD reveal excellent results by any standards.  
Specifications Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+N):  
in Brief  
Typically.........................................................0.0005%, @ 1kHz  
20Hz to 20kHz..............................................................< 0.001%  
Frequency Response:  
20Hz–20kHz....................................................... +0.1dB, -0.5dB  
Analog Output Impedance: .....................................................47Ω  
Analog Output Voltage: ..................................................... 1.1Vrms  
Signal to Noise Ratio (unweighted):........................................ 105dB  
Dynamic Range:.................................................................... 96dB  
Crosstalk: .............................................................-100dB @ 1kHz  
Channel Balance: ................................................................. 0.1dB  
Digital Sampling Frequency: ........................................... 44.1kHz  
Resolution: ............................................................................16-bit  
Digital Output Impedance:......................................................75Ω  
Digital Output Voltage:.......................................................0.6Vp-p  
Compatible Media Formats:...........................CD, CD-R, CD-RW  
Audio Connections  
Outputs........................................... 1 pair analog line-level (RCA)  
................................................. 1 x digital SPDIF coaxial (BNC)  
Other Connections  
Transport...........................................................1 x 50-way header  
pLINK........................................................ 1 x RJ45 modular jack  
RC-5............................................................1 x 3.5mm stereo jack  
Mains.......................................1 x IEC AC mains input receptacle  
Overall Dimensions  
Electronics Component:  
Width .....................................................................216mm (8.5”)  
Depth .....................................................................167mm (6.6”)  
Height ..................................................................... 58mm (2.3”)  
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Transport Component:  
Width:  
Disc Drawer Closed.............................................216mm (8.5”)  
Disc Drawer Open.............................................335mm (13.2”)  
Depth .....................................................................161mm (6.3”)  
Height ..................................................................... 58mm (2.3”)  
Weight  
Gross ..........................................................................4.1kg (9.0lb)  
Electronics Module ................................................... 1.7kg (3.7lb)  
Transport Module...................................................... 1.6kg (3.5lb)  
Specifications THD+N..................................................................0.0005%, @ 1kHZ  
Explained  
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise is the percentage of output  
signal which is made up of frequencies added due to harmonics  
of the fundamental frequency and noise.  
Frequency Response.................20Hz to 20kHz, +0.1dB -0.5dB  
Shows that the amplitude or strength of the output signal deviates  
by no more than 0.5dB over the entire audio band.  
Analog Output Impedance ..................................................... 47Ω  
A low output impedance ensures the analog output signal will not  
be greatly degraded by the use of interconnect cables with high  
capacitive or inductive properties.  
Analog Output Voltage....................................................... 1.1Vrms  
This is the maximum output voltage at 0dBFS, or a full scale  
digital signal.  
Signal to Noise Ratio (unweighted)........................................105dB  
The ratio of desired signal to noise signals in the output.  
Perreaux engineers have designed the SXCD to maintain a low  
noise floor.  
Dynamic Range..........................................................................96dB  
The difference between the highest and lowest amplitude  
portions of a signal.  
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Crosstalk.................................................................... -100dB @ 1kHz  
Crosstalk is caused by stray inductances and capacitances  
between components and lines, which results in unintentional  
mixing of stereo signals. Meticulous wire routing ensures  
excellent high-frequency separation.  
Channel Balance.......................................................................0.1dB  
Channel balance is the difference in level between the left and  
right channels.  
Digital Sampling Frequency .............................................44.1kHz  
The digital sampling frequency for compact discs conforming to  
the red-book CD standard is 44.1kHz.  
Resolution .................................................................................16-bits  
The resolution, or data word-length, for compact discs  
conforming to the red-book CD standard is 16-bits.  
Digital Output Impedance....................................................... 75Ω  
The SPDIF standard dictates 75Ω transmission of the digital  
signal. Output impedance which differs from this causes poor  
jitter and noise performance due to reflections and signal loss.  
Digital Output Voltage..........................................................0.6Vp-p  
The SPDIF standard requires the output voltage to be between  
0.4Vp-p and 0.6Vp-p. Setting the output voltage at the upper limit  
allows for signal losses due to low terminating impedance or  
long cable length.  
Compatible Media Formats ............................ CD, CD-R, CD-RW  
CD, CD-R and CD-RW media, including Mixed Mode audio and  
data content, will function consistently and reliably.  
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Physical Dimensions  
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Contact Details  
For more information please contact your Perreaux dealer, or  
contact:  
Perreaux Industries Ltd  
PO Box 305  
Mosgiel  
Dunedin 9053  
New Zealand  
Ph:  
Fax:  
+64 3 489 2975  
+64 3 489 2976  
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Installation Notes  
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