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Esoteric K-05 User Manual

Esoteric K-05
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D01163221E
K
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05
Super Audio CD/CD Player
OWNER’S MANUAL .................... 5
MODE D’EMPLOI ...................... 33
MANUAL DEL USUARIO ............61

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Esoteric K-05 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEsoteric
ModelK-05
CategoryCD Player
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Regional Safety Compliance (USA, Canada)

FCC and Industry Canada compliance for USA and Canada.

Laser and Battery Safety Guidelines

Warnings and precautions for laser operation and battery handling.

China RoHS Hazardous Substance Disclosure

Disclosure of hazardous substances as per China RoHS standards.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Operational Safety Rules

Numbered list of essential safety instructions for user operation.

Electrical and Environmental Safety

Warnings regarding electric shock, exposure to elements, and proper use.

Class I Construction Electrical Safety

Safety requirements for Class I construction and grounding.

EUROPEAN CUSTOMER DISPOSAL GUIDELINES

WEEE: Electronic Equipment Disposal

WEEE directive for proper disposal of electronic equipment.

WEEE: Battery and Accumulator Disposal

WEEE directive for proper disposal of batteries and accumulators.

PRODUCT ACCESSORIES AND PREPARATION

What's Included in the Box

Details all supplied accessories with the unit.

Before First Use

Preparation steps before operating the unit for the first time.

DISC PLAYBACK INFORMATION

Supported Disc Types

Lists types of discs supported and unsupported by the player.

Disc Handling and Storage Tips

Guidelines for handling, cleaning, and storing discs to prevent damage.

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Battery Installation and Replacement

Instructions for installing and replacing batteries in the remote control.

CONNECTIONS OVERVIEW

Rear Panel Connections Diagram

Overview of rear panel connectors and basic connection diagram.

Digital Audio and USB Connectivity

Details for digital audio inputs/outputs and USB computer connection.

Analog Audio Outputs and Sync Inputs

Details for XLR/RCA analog outputs and clock sync input.

AC Power and Grounding

Details on the AC power inlet and signal ground connector.

MAIN UNIT CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS

Front Panel Buttons and Indicators

Explanation of POWER, CLOCK, MODE, STOP, PLAY, PAUSE, SKIP buttons.

Disc Tray and Main Display Function

Functions of the disc tray and the main display.

Display Indicators Explained

Explains disc type, repeat, setup, messages, and channel indicators.

REMOTE CONTROL BUTTON FUNCTIONS

Basic Remote Operations

Explanation of ON, STANDBY, OPEN/CLOSE, CLEAR, DISPLAY buttons.

Playback and Track Navigation Buttons

Description of PLAY, PAUSE, STOP, REPEAT, TRACK/CHAP, SCAN buttons.

Input, Volume, and Utility Buttons

Explanation of INPUT, VOLUME, MUTING, SETUP, DIMMER buttons.

PLAYBACK OPERATIONS

Starting and Basic Playback

Steps to turn on the unit, load a disc, and start playback.

Playback Control and Tray Management

How to pause, resume, stop playback, and manage the disc tray.

Super Audio CD Playback Area Selection

How to select different playback areas on Super Audio CDs.

TRACK SELECTION AND PLAYBACK MODES

Searching and Skipping Tracks

How to fast forward/backward and skip tracks.

Track Selection Methods

Using number buttons and scanning for track selection.

Repeat Playback and Programmed Playback

How to set repeat modes and create custom playback sequences.

Managing Programmed Playback

How to add, remove, or clear programmed tracks.

ADVANCED PLAYER FUNCTIONS

Display Information Customization

How to cycle through different display modes during playback.

Using the Unit as a D/A Converter

How to use the unit as a Digital-to-Analog converter.

CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER VIA USB

USB Connection Requirements and Modes

Supported OS and modes (Normal, High Speed) for USB connection.

USB Playback Procedure

Steps for connecting to a computer and playing audio files.

SETTING MODE CONFIGURATION

Navigating and Changing Settings

How to enter, navigate, and change settings using the MODE button.

Source-Specific Setting Options

Settings for D/A converter filters and signal upconversion.

Clock Sync and Output Configuration

Configuration for clock sync and analog output attenuator settings.

USB Input and Digital Output Settings

Settings for USB modes, analog output types, and digital output.

DISPLAY AND VOLUME CONTROLS

Automatic Display Off and Dimmer Settings

Configuring display turn-off and adjusting brightness.

Volume Adjustment and Muting

How to adjust the unit's volume and mute the audio output.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

General Troubleshooting Issues

Common issues like power, remote control, and basic operation problems.

Clock Sync and USB Connectivity Problems

Solutions for clock sync errors and USB recognition problems.

Playback and Noise Issues

Solutions for audio playback errors and noise during operation.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND RESET

Product Specifications Summary

Technical details on disc types, audio outputs, and general specs.

Clock Sync and Input Specifications

Details on clock sync input format, frequencies, and impedance.

Factory Default Settings Restore Procedure

Step-by-step instructions to reset the unit to factory default settings.

REAR PANEL LAYOUT

Rear Panel Connectivity Diagram

Diagram showing all rear panel input and output connectors.

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