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USER MANUAL P05X Esoteric

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION o DO NOT REMOVE THE EXTERNAL CASES OR CABINETS TO EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. o IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PRODUCT, CONTACT THE STORE WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE UNIT FOR A SERVICE REFERRAL. DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED. o USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.IN USA/CANADA, USE ONLY ON 120 V SUPPLY. Model for USA This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim-its for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular instal-lation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the equipment and/or the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Model for Canada Industry Canada’s Compliance Statement:This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Model for Europe This product complies with the European Directives request, and the other Commission Regulations. China RoHS o The information in the following table is only applicable to products for sale in the People’s Republic of China. o The products sold in the European area are manufactured in accordance with the European RoHS Directive. *%73;*%74 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to oper- ate the equipment. Laser information This product contains a semiconductor laser system inside the cabi- net and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT”. To prevent being exposed to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Laser: Type: SLD6163RL-G Manufacturer: SONY CORPORATION Laser output: Less than 1 mW on the objective lens Wavelength: 785±15 nm (CD) 655±10 nm (Super Audio CD) Model for USA This product has been designed and manufactured according to FDA regulations “title 21, CFR, chapter 1, subchapter J, based on the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968”, and is classified as class ! laser product. There is not hazardous invisible laser radiation during operation because invisible laser radiation emitted inside of this product is completely confined in the protective housings. The label required in this regulation is as follows:

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with

the manufacturer's instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat

registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-

type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched par-

ticularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table specified by the manu- facturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused

for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is

required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate nor- mally, or has been dropped. o The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON position. o The mains plug is used as the disconnect device; the disconnect device shall remain readily operable. o Caution should be taken when using earphones or headphones with the product because excessive sound pressure (volume) from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss. WARNING Products with Class ! construction are equipped with a power supply cord that has a grounding plug. The cord of such a prod- uct must be plugged into an AC outlet that has a protective grounding connection.5 English “DSD” is a registered trademark. “Super Audio CD” is a registered trademark. This product incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights of Rovi Corporation. The use of Rovi Corporation's copy protection technology in the product must be authorized by Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering and disassembly are prohibited. MEXCEL is a registered trademark of Mitsubishi Cable Industries, Ltd. in Japan and other countries. ESOTERIC is a trademark of TEAC CORPORATION, registered in the U.S. and other countries. Other company names, product names and logos in this document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. CAUTION o Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes. o Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. o Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit. o The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can easily reach the power cord plug at any time. o If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack or installed batteries), they should not be exposed to sunshine, fire or excessive heat. o CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium batter- ies: there is danger of explosion if a battery is replaced with an incorrect type of battery. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. V Precautions concerning batteries Misuse of batteries could cause them to rupture or leak leading to fire, injury or the staining of nearby things. Please read and observe the following precautions carefully. o Be sure to insert the batteries with correct positive (¥) and nega- tive (^) orientations. o Use batteries of the same type. Never use different types of batter- ies together. o If the remote control is not used for a long time (more than a month), remove the batteries to prevent them from leaking. o If the batteries leak, wipe away the leakage inside the battery compartment and replace the batteries with new ones. o Do not use batteries of types other than those specified. Do not mix new batteries with old ones or use different types of batteries together. o Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Never throw batteries into fire or water. o Do not carry or store batteries with other metallic objects. The bat- teries could short circuit, leak or explode. o Never recharge a battery unless it is confirmed to be a recharge- able type. For European Customers Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment and batteries and/or accumulators a) All electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/accu- mulators should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via collection facilities designated by the govern- ment or local authorities. b) By disposing of electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/accumulators correctly, you will help save valu- able resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment. c) Improper disposal of waste electrical/electronic equipment and batteries/accumulators can have serious effects on the environment and human health because of the presence of hazardous substances in the equipment. d) The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) symbols, which show wheeled bins that have been crossed out, indicate that electrical/electronic equip- ment and batteries/accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste. If a battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) as defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for those elements will be indicated beneath the WEEE symbol. e) Return and collection systems are available to end users. For more detailed information about the disposal of old electri- cal/electronic equipment and waste batteries/accumulators, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the equipment. Pb, Hg, Cd6 Contents

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• Before use p. 7
• What’s in the box p. 7
• Note about pinpoint feet p. 7
• Maintenance p. 7
• Precautions for use p. 8
• Notes about discs p. 8
• Making connections p. 10
• Names and functions of parts (main unit) p. 12
• Names and functions of parts (display) p. 13
• Names and functions of parts (remote control) p. 14
• Notes about the remote control p. 15
• Basic operation p. 16
• Turning the unit on and off p. 16
• Playback p. 16
• Pausing playback p. 17
• Stopping playback p. 17
• Using the number buttons to select a track for playback p. 18
• Skipping tracks p. 18
• Searching backward/forward p. 19
• Repeat playback p. 19
• REPEAT TRK p. 19
• REPEAT DSC p. 19
• Program playback p. 20
• Adding tracks to the end of the program p. 21
• Clearing the entire program and resuming ordinary playback p. 21
• Changing the playback area p. 21
• Display p. 22
• Dimmer p. 22
• Thank you for purchasing this ESOTERIC product. Read this manual carefully to get the best performance from this product. After reading it, keep it in a safe place with the warranty card for future reference. Setting mode p. 23
• Meanings of items shown in setting mode p. 24
• Output connector/format setting p. 24
• Clock mode setting p. 25
• D/A converter setting p. 25
• Priority playback area setting p. 25
• Automatic display darkening setting p. 25
• Automatic power saving setting p. 26
• Restoring factory settings p. 26
• Troubleshooting p. 27
• Specifications p. 29
• Dimensional drawings English What’s in the box Check to be sure the box includes all the supplied accessories shown below. Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if any of these accessories are missing or have been damaged during transportation.Power cord × 1HDMI cable × 1Remote control (RC-1301) × 1Batteries for remote control (AAA) × 2Felt pads × 3Owner’s manual (this document) × 1Warranty card × 1 Note about pinpoint feet High-precision metal pinpoint feet are attached firmly to the bottom plate of this unit.The stands for these feet are loose, but when the unit is placed in position, it is supported by these pinpoint feet, which will effectively disperse vibrations.Chassis Pinpoint foot (metal)Foot-stand (metal) Screws that attach foot-stand o Apply the included felt pads to the bottoms of the foot-stands to avoid scratching the surface where the unit is placed. Before use Maintenance Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the surface of the unit clean.For stubborn smudges, use a damp cloth that has been thoroughly wrung out to remove excess moisture. p. 307

For safety, disconnect the power plug from the outlet before wiping the unit. o Never spray liquid directly on this unit. o Do not use chemically-treated wipes, thinner or similar substances because they could damage the surface of the unit. o Avoid allowing rubber or plastic materials to touch the unit for long periods of time because they could damage the cabinet.8 Precautions for use Notes about discs The following marks appear on disc labels and disc cases. This unit can play discs that have these marks without using an adapter. This unit cannot play discs that do not have these marks. Types of discs that can be played on this unit and their marks Super Audio CDs Audio CDs If you try to play any other type of disc with this unit, loud noises that could damage speakers or harm hearing might occur. Never try to play any type of disc other than those shown above. o This unit cannot play DVD video, DVD audio, video CD, DVD-ROM and CD-ROM discs, for example. o This unit might not be able to properly play Dual Discs, Copy Control CDs or other special CDs that do not conform to the Red Book CD standard. Operation and sound quality cannot be guaranteed when special discs are used in this unit. If playback of a special disc should cause trouble, contact the seller of the disc. CD-R/CR-RW discs This unit can play CD-R/CD-RW discs that are in audio CD format. o Be sure to finalize discs created by CD recorders. Depending on the quality of the disc and the condition of the recording, playback might not be possible. For details, see the operation manual for the device you are using. o This unit is very heavy, so take care to avoid injury during installation. o Do not install this unit in a location that could become hot. This includes places that are exposed to direct sunlight or near a radia- tor, heater, stove or other heating equipment. Moreover, do not place it on top of an amplifier or other equipment that gener- ates heat. Doing so could cause discoloration, deformation or malfunction. o Avoid locations that are extremely cold or exposed to vibrations, excessive humidity or dust. o In order to enable good heat dissipation, leave at least 20cm (8") between this unit and walls and other equipment when installing it. If you put it in a rack, take precautions to prevent overheating by leaving at least 5cm (2") open above the top of the unit and at least 10cm (4") open behind the unit. Failure to provide these gaps could cause heat to build up inside and result in fire. o If installing in a rack with a glass door, do not use the remote con- trol tray OPEN/CLOSE (-) button to open the disc tray when the door is closed. If the disc tray is forcibly prevented from moving, damage could result. o Place the unit in a stable location near the audio system that you will use with it. o Do not put anything on top of the unit. o Do not lift or move the unit during playback because the disc rotates at high speed. Doing so could damage the disc. o Always remove any loaded disc before moving this unit or pack- ing it for installation in a different location, for example. Moving the unit with a disc inside could cause damage. o Supply voltage to the power unit that matches the voltage indi- cated on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding this matter, consult an electrician. o Do not open the body of the unit because this could result in damage to the circuitry or cause electric shock. If a foreign object should enter the unit, contact your dealer. o When removing the power plug from an outlet, always pull directly on the plug. Never pull on the cord. o The shape of the ES-LINK connector is the same as that of an HDMI connector, but it transmits signals that are in a unique ESOTERIC format. Do not connect the ES-LINK connector to an HDMI connector on a device made by another company. ES-LINK and HDMI connectors are not compatible.9 English Handling discs o Load discs with their labeled sides up. (CDs only have one playable side.) o To remove a disc from its case, always press down on the center of the case first and then hold the disc by its edges. Removal from case Holding by edges o Be careful when handling discs. If the side that contains the data (unlabeled side) is scratched, smudged with fingerprints or other- wise dirty or marred, errors could occur during playback. o If the side of the disc that has the data encoded on it (unlabeled side) becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center directly toward the edge. Always clean discs before storing them. Leaving a disc in an unclean state might degrade its sound quality. o Never use record cleaners, antistatic treatments, thinners or similar chemicals to clean discs. Such chemicals could harm the surface of the disc. o Do not leave discs in places that are exposed to direct sunlight or that are very humid or hot. o When writing something on the label side of a disc, use a felt-tip permanent marker. The use of a ballpoint pen or other pen with a hard tip could damage the disc, making it unplayable. o After you finish playing a disc, always put it back into its case for storage. Failure to do so could result in warping or scratches. o Do not apply labels or other materials to discs. Do not use a disc that has sticky residue left on its surface after removing tape or a sticker, for example. If such a disc is loaded, it might become stuck in the unit or damage the unit. o Never use commercially-available CD stabilizers. Doing so could make the disc unplayable or damage the unit. o Do not use cracked discs because they could damage the unit. o Never use discs with irregular shapes, including heart-shaped and octagonal discs, because they could damage the unit. o Do not use printable discs, which allow printing on the label side. Since the surface of such a disc has been specially treated, if loaded, it might become stuck in the unit or damage the unit. If you have any questions about how to handle a CD-R or CD-RW disc, contact the manufacturer of the disc directly.10 Making connections

Super Audio CD/CD transport (P-05X)RCA coaxial digital cableXLR digital cableHDMI cableHDMI cableXLR digital cableBNC coaxial cableClock generator (G-01X, G-02X, etc.)CLOCK OUT Wall socketD/A converter (D-05X)Digital audio input connectorsD/A converter/amp or other device with digital inputIncluded power cordIf the clock generator has two or more outputs, it can also be connected directly to individual devices. Use the connection method that provides the preferable sound quality.

Precautions when making connections o After completing all other connections, plug the power plug into a power outlet. o Read the owner’s manuals of all devices that will be connected, and follow their instructions.11 English A SIGNAL GND grounding terminal Connecting this grounding terminal to the grounding terminal of the D/A converter, amplifier or other device might improve the audio quality. o This is not an electrical safety ground. B Digital audio output (DIGITAL OUT) connectors These output digital audio. Connect these to the digital input connectors of a D/A converter (such as a D-05X). ES-LINK: HDMI cable o Use the two HDMI cables included (one each) with this unit and an ESOTERIC D/A converter. The shape of the ES-LINK connector is the same as that of an HDMI connector, but it transmits signals that are in a unique ESOTERIC format. Do not connect the ES-LINK connector to an HDMI connector on a device made by another company. ES-LINK and HDMI con- nectors are not compatible. o The HDMI cable included with this unit is directional. Connect the end of the cable with white marking to the D/A converter. Use commercially-available cables for the following connections. XLR: XLR digital cable RCA: RCA coaxial digital cable o Use one pair of these to connect the unit to the D/A converter. Change the output settings of the connectors according to the connectors being used (page24). o We recommend using ES-LINK when connecting to a D-05X. o When connecting to an ESOTERIC D/A converter (Grandioso D1/D-01/D-02/D-03/D-05/D-02X/D-05X/D-07X) or D/A con- verter that supports Dual AES, use two cables and connect this unit’s XLR 1 (L) connector to the L connector on the D/A converter and this unit’s XLR 2 (R) connector to the R connec- tor on the D/A converter (Dual AES connection). C Power inlet (~IN) Connect the included AC power cord to this socket. After com- pleting all other connections, plug the power plug into a power outlet.

Use only a genuine ESOTERIC power cord. Use of other power cords could result in fire or electric shock.

Disconnect the power plug from the outlet if you will not use the unit for a long time. D CLOCK SYNC IN connector Use this to input clock synchronization signals. When using a master clock generator, connect its clock output connector to this unit’s CLOCK SYNC IN connector. Use a commercially-available BNC coaxial cable for this connection. Use a BNC coaxial cable with 50Ω or 75Ω impedance. At ESOTERIC, we use ESOTERIC MEXCEL stressfree cables for reference. For detailed information, access the following website. http://www.esoteric.jp/products/esoteric/accessory/indexe.html12 Names and functions of parts (main unit) A POWER button Press to turn the unit on and off.When the unit is on, the ring around the button lights blue.When the unit is off, it is unlit.When not using the unit, turn it off. B CLOCK indicator This shows the clock synchronization status.When the clock sync setting is set to IN or MCK22M, this will begin to blink. When a clock signal is detected and synchroniza-tion occurs, it will stop blinking and stay lit. C MENU button Use to enter setting mode (page23). D Remote control signal receiver This receives signals from the remote control. When using the remote control, point the end of it toward this receiver panel (page15). E Display This shows playback time, track number and other information (page22). F Disc tray Load a disc for playback here (page16). G Tray open/close (-) button Press to open and close the disc tray (page16). H Stop (8) button Press to stop playback (page17).When stopped, press and hold for at least two seconds to change the playback area of a Super Audio CD (page21).Press when in setting mode to complete changing settings and show the ordinary display (page23). I Play (7) button Press to start disc playback (page16).During playback, the indicator next to this button lights. J Pause (9) button Press to pause playback (page17).When paused, the indicator next to the play button blinks. K Skip (.//) buttons Use to skip to the previous or next track (page18).Press and hold for at least one second during playback to search backward/forward. Repeatedly press and hold for more than one second to change the backward/forward search speed to one of three levels (page19).Use to change parameters when in setting mode (page23). A C D F H I J K

G13 English Names and functions of parts (display) a Disc type This shows the type of disc that is currently loaded.SACD: Super Audio CDCD: Audio CD b Information During Super Audio CD playbackNo indicator:The two-channel area of a Super Audio CD is selected.MULTI D-MIX:This appears when the multichannel audio of a Super Audio CD is being downmixed and output. c Repeat indicator This appears during repeat playback (page19). d Clock mode This shows the clock mode (page25).No indicator: CLK set to OFFCLK: CLK set to INMCK: CLK set to MCK22M e Input clock frequency The synchronization signal (clock) frequency input through the CLOCK SYNC IN connector is shown. f Message display area The playback time and various messages appear here. SACD

a b c d e f14 Names and functions of parts (remote control) When both the main unit and the remote control have buttons with the same functions, the instructions in this manual refer to only the main unit buttons, but the remote buttons can be used in the same way. a STANDBY/ON button This button is not used with this unit. b Number buttons Use to select tracks. c REPEAT button Use for repeat playback (page19).Press and hold to enter program mode (page20). d PLAY AREA button When stopped, press to change the playback area of a Super Audio CD (page21). e INPUT buttons (k/j) These buttons are not used with this unit. They can be used to switch the inputs of ESOTERIC D/A converters (including the D-05X) and amplifiers. f SETUP button This button is not used with this unit. It can be used with ESOTERIC D/A converters (including the D-05X), amplifiers and other products. g DIMMER button Use to adjust the brightness of the main unit’s display (page22). h Tray OPEN/CLOSE (-) button Press to open and close the disc tray (page16). i DISPLAY button During playback, press this button to change what is shown on the display (page22). j Skip (.//) buttons Press to skip to the previous or next track.Press and hold for at least one second during playback to search backward/forward. Repeatedly press and hold for more than one second to change the backward/forward search speed to one of three levels (page19).Use to change parameters when in setting mode (page23).

e15 English k Stop (8) button Press to stop playback (page17). l Play/pause (y/9) button Press when stopped or paused to start playback.Press during playback to pause (page17). m VOLUME buttons (+/−) These buttons are not used with this unit. They can be used with ESOTERIC D/A converters (including the D-05X), amplifiers and other products. n MUTE button This button is not used with this unit. It can be used to mute ESOTERIC D/A converters (including the D-05X) and amplifiers. Notes about the remote control Precautions when using the remote control o When using the remote control, point it toward the remote con- trol signal receiver on the main unit from a distance of 7m (23ft) or less. Do not place obstructions between the main unit and the remote control. o The remote control might not work if the remote control signal receiver is exposed to direct sunlight or bright light. o Beware that use of this remote control could cause the unin- tentional operation of other devices that can be controlled by infrared rays. Installing batteries Remove the cover from the back of the remote control and insert two AAA batteries with their ¥/^ oriented as shown in the case. Replace the cover. When to replace batteries If the distance required between the remote and the main unit decreases or if the unit stops responding to the remote buttons, replace both batteries with new ones.Dispose of the used batteries according to the instructions on them or requirements set by your local municipality.

CAUTION Misuse of batteries could cause them to rupture or leak, which might result in fire, injury or the staining of nearby materials.Please read and observe the precautions on page5 carefully.16 Basic operation Playback 1 Press the tray open/close (-) button. The disc tray opens forward. 2 Place a disc centered on the tray with the labeled side up. o If the tray is closed while a disc is outside the center guides, the disc might become stuck inside and the tray might not open. Be sure to always place discs within the guides at the center of the tray. Turning the unit on and off Press the POWER button to turn the unit on when off or off when on. When on, the power indicator and the display light. o When using this unit, turn on the D/A converter, amplifier and other devices that are connected to it. When doing this, turn the amplifier on last.17 English 3 Press the tray open/close (-) button. The disc tray is drawn into the unit. Be careful not to let your fin- gers be pinched when the tray closes. o The unit takes some time to load the disc. 4 Press the play (t) button. Playback starts. Pausing playback During playback, press the pause (9) button to pause playback. When paused, the indicator next to the main unit play (t) button blinks blue. Press the play (t) or pause (9) button to restart playback. Stopping playback Press the stop (8) button to stop playback.18 Using the number buttons to select a track for playback When playing or stopped, you can press number buttons to select a track and start playing it back. To play a track with a single-digit number, press that number button. To play a double-digit track number, press the +10 button as many times as necessary, and then press the corresponding number button for the second digit. After the track number is input, playback starts. Examples: Track 7: Track 23: Playback (continued) Skipping tracks During playback, press a skip button (.//) on the main unit or the remote control to skip to the previous or next track and start playback. o Press the . button once to return to the beginning of the cur- rent track. Press the . button repeatedly to return to an earlier track. If the playback position is less than one second from the begin- ning of the current track, however, pressing the . button will skip to the beginning of the previous track. o When stopped or paused, use the .// buttons to select a track and pause at its beginning.19 English Repeat playback The repeat mode changes each time you press the REPEAT button during playback.

REPEAT TRK REPEAT DSC

(track repeat) (disc repeat) REPEAT OFF (ordinary playback) REPEAT TRK The current track is played back repeatedly. During repeat playback, select a different track to repeat playback of that track. REPEAT DSC All tracks on the current disc are played back repeatedly. o During repeat playback, the repeat mode is shown. o Stopping playback ends repeat playback mode. Searching backward/forward Press for at least 1second. During playback, press and hold a skip (.//) button on the main unit or the remote control (for more than one second) until searching backward/forward starts. When you find the point where you want to listen, press the play (y) button on the main unit or the play/pause (y/9) button on the remote control. You can change the backward/forward search speed by pressing the skip (.//) button for at least one second and then releasing it. The speed that the < or > blinks on the display also changes. Low speed Medium speed High speed Playback at normal speed o Continuously holding the button down will not change the speed.20 You can program up to 30 tracks in the order that you want to listen to them. 1 When stopped or during playback, press the REPEAT button for at least two seconds. If you press this button during playback, the currently playing track will be added to the program as the first track.Press for at least 2seconds. 2 Use number buttons to select tracks you want to program. Examples:Track 3:Track 12:Track 20: Program playback

Programmed track number Program numberTo program multiple tracks, continue pressing the number buttons. o Track numbers that do not exist on the currently loaded disc cannot be added to the program. 3 When you are done adding tracks to the pro- gram, press the play/pause (y/9) button. Program playback starts. o If you created the program during playback, you do not need to press the play/pause (y/9) button.21 English Adding tracks to the end of the program When stopped or during playback, use the number buttons to select the track you want to add. Clearing the entire program and resuming ordinary playback When stopped or during playback, press the REPEAT button for at least two seconds to end program mode. Press the REPEAT button during program playback for at least two seconds to resume ordinary playback from that point. o The contents of the program will be cleared. In addition, when stopped or during playback, if you press the tray open/close (-) or main unit POWER button, the program contents will also be cleared. Changing the playback area Press for at least 2seconds. Some Super Audio CDs have multiple areas, including stereo (2-chan- nel) and multichannel. Hybrid Super Audio CDs have two layers with one containing ordinary CD-quality audio. When stopped, press the stop (8) button for at least two seconds to change the playback area. o To change the playback area using the remote control, press the PLAY AREA button when the unit is stopped. o When an SACD multichannel area is selected, multichannel audio will be downmixed to stereo and played back.22 Dimmer You can adjust the brightness of this unit’s display and indicators.DIMMER 3 DIMMER 2 DIMMER 1

off (normal brightness) o When the dimmer is off, the display will be unlit. o Even when the dimmer is off, the display will light at normal brightness for about three seconds when you press the play/pause (y/9) button or another button. o Even when set to DIMMER 1 or off, a brighter setting (DIMMER 2 or DIMMER 3) will be used when displaying error messages and setting menus. Display During disc playback and when paused, each time the DISPLAY but-ton is pressed, the information shown on the display changes as follows.Examples:

Currently playing track Elapsed time of current track

Remaining time of currently playing track

Disc remaining time o When stopped, the total number of tracks and total playback time of the disc are shown. Example:

Total number of tracks Total disc playback time23 English Setting mode 1 Press the MENU button repeatedly to select the item to change. Each time you press the MENU button, the item shown on the display changes as follows. OUT>

LAYER> o If you do nothing for 10 or more seconds, setting mode will end and ordinary display will resume. o Press the stop (8) button to end setting mode. o Settings can only be changed when the unit is stopped. If the unit is playing back, press the stop (8) button to stop it before conducting these operations. 2 Use the .// buttons to change the settings. For information about the settings, see pages24–26. If you do nothing for 10 or more seconds or press the stop (8) button once, setting mode will end and ordinary display will resume. o You can also use the remote control skip (.//) buttons for these operations. o Settings are retained even if the power plug is disconnected.24 Meanings of items shown in setting mode OUT>*** Output connector/format setting Set the output connector and the type of upconversion. CLK>*** Clock mode setting DAC>*** D/A converter setting Set the type of connected D/A converter. LAYER>*** Priority playback area setting Set which layer to use first for playback when a hybrid disc that contains both Super Audio CD and CD layers is loaded. DPaOFF>*** Automatic display darkening setting APS>*** Automatic power saving setting Output connector/format setting OUT>*** Set the output connector and the type of upconversion. By default, the setting is ESLINK. ESLINK The audio signal is output from the ES-LINK connector. During CD playback, the signal is output after 8X upconversion in 48-bit format. DUAL_8 Two XLR connectors are used to output left and right signals separately. CD playback is output after 8X upconversion. DUAL_4 Two XLR connectors are used to output left and right signals separately. CD playback is output after 4X upconversion. DUAL_2 Two XLR connectors are used to output left and right signals separately. CD playback is output after 2X upconversion. XLR_4 The stereo signal is output from one XLR connector. CD playback is output after 4X upconversion. XLR_2 The stereo signal is output from one XLR connector. CD playback is output after 2X upconversion. XLR_1 The stereo signal is output from one XLR connector. Upconversion will not occur. RCA_4 The stereo signal is output from one RCA connector. CD playback is output after 4X upconversion. SACD audio cannot be output this way. RCA_2 The stereo signal is output from one RCA connector. CD playback is output after 2X upconversion. SACD audio cannot be output this way. RCA_1 The stereo signal is output from one RCA connector. Upconversion will not occur. SACD audio cannot be output this way. Setting mode (continued)25 English Priority playback area setting LAYER>*** Some Super Audio CDs are hybrid discs that have two layers with the second containing CD data. Set which layer to read first when a hybrid disc is loaded. By default, the setting is SACD. SACD The SACD layer is read first.

The CD layer is read first. Use this setting if you want to listen to the CD layer first or if the unit is connected to a D/A converter that does not support DSD. Automatic display darkening setting DPaOFF>*** You can set the display to darken automatically after a set amount of time has elapsed. By default, the setting is ON.

The display will automatically darken if the information shown on it does not change for 10 minutes. OFF The display will not automatically darken, but if nothing changes for 10 minutes, its brightness will be lowered to the level of DIMMER 1 to reduce long-term display fading. o We recommend that you set the automatic display darkening function to ON. If the display is left showing the same thing for a long time, brightness irregularities and other problems could arise. Clock mode setting CLK>*** By default, the setting is OFF. OFF The built-in crystal oscillator operates as the master clock.

The built-in crystal oscillator is synchronized to an external clock. MCK22M A 22.5792MHz external signal is input and used as the master clock. D/A converter setting DAC>*** Set the type of connected D/A converter. Depending on the type set, SACD playback output might not be possible. This also sets the type of copyright protection encryption. By default, the setting is ESL3. ESL3 Use this setting when connected to an ESOTERIC Grandioso D1, D-02, D-02X or D-05X. When ESLINK or DUAL connection is selected, CD playback is out- put using the unique ESOTERIC ESL3 48-bit format. SACD playback is output using the ESL2 format. ESL2 Use this setting when connected to an ESOTERIC D-03, D-05, D-07 or D-07X. During CD playback, the signal is output in 24-bit format. SACD playback is output using the ESL2 format. ESL1 Use this setting when connected to an ESOTERIC D-01. During CD playback, the signal is output in 24-bit format. SACD playback is output using the ESL1 format. OTHER Use this setting when connected to any D/A converter other than the ones above. SACD DSD audio signals are not output.26 Automatic power saving setting APS>*** o By default, the setting is 30m. The unit will automatically turn off if no disc is loaded or playback remains stopped for the set amount of time. 30m 30 minutes 60m 60 minutes 90m 90 minutes 120m 120 minutes OFF The automatic power saving function is disabled. Restoring factory settings Settings are retained even if the power plug is disconnected. Follow these procedures to restore all settings to their factory defaults and clear the unit’s memory. Press the POWER button while holding down the stop (8) button on the main unit. Setting mode (continued)27 English If you experience a problem with the unit, please take a moment to review the following information before requesting service. Moreover, the problem might be caused by something other than this unit. Please also check the operation of the connected units. If this product still does not operate correctly, contact the retailer where you purchased it. The unit does not turn on. e Confirm that the power cord is securely connected to both the inlet on the back of this unit and a power outlet. e Confirm that power is being supplied to the outlet to which the power cord is connected by, for example, connecting another device to it. The unit automatically turns off. e This is because the automatic power saving function turned it off. Press the POWER button on the main unit to turn it on. Change the automatic power saving setting if necessary (page26). Remote control does not work. e Turn the main unit on (page16). e If the batteries are exhausted, replace both of them with new ones (page15). e The remote control will not work if there is an obstruction between it and the main unit. Point the remote control at the front panel of the unit from a distance of less than about 7 m (23 ft) (page15). Another electronic device is malfunctioning. e Some electronic devices with wireless remote control func- tions might malfunction in response to the operation of this unit’s remote control. Troubleshooting Playback is not possible. e Load the disc in the center of the tray correctly. e If the disc is upside down, reload it with the labeled side up. e If the disc is dirty, wipe it clean (page9). e If condensation has occurred inside this unit, turn it on and leave it for 1–2 hours (page28). The unit does not respond when buttons are pressed. e Multiple button presses without pause can cause the unit to stop responding. After pressing a button, wait momentarily for the unit to respond. There is noise. e Place the unit as far away as possible from TVs and other devices that have strong magnetism. No sound is output from the speaker. The sound is distorted. e Check the connections with the D/A converter, the amp and the speakers (page10). e Change the output connector/format setting according to the type of connector being used (page24). e Adjust the volume of the amplifier and other devices. e If the disc is dirty, wipe it clean (page9). e No sound is output when playback is paused. Press the play (t) button to resume ordinary playback. The digital audio of a Super Audio CD cannot be output. e In order to output the digital audio of a Super Audio CD, you must use an ESOTERIC D/A converter (Grandioso D1, D-02, D-05, D-03, D-01, D-02X, D-05X or D-07X).28 The CLOCK indicator continues blinking and does not stay lit normally. e If a clock signal is not being input, set the clock mode to OFF (page25). e A signal with which the unit cannot be synchronized might be being input. Check the connection of the CLOCK SYNC IN con- nectors and the settings of the connected device. “CLOCK!” appears on the display. e There is a problem with the clock setting or a connection. See “Clock mode setting” on page25 about the clock setting and “Making connections” on page10 about connections. “TRAY!” appears on the display when the disc tray opens and closes. e “TRAY!” appears on the display if something is blocking the front of the disc tray, the disc is not loaded properly or the tray stops during opening or closing. Press the tray OPEN/CLOSE (-) button after removing the cause to return the tray to its original position. Troubleshooting (continued) This unit uses a microprocessor, so noise and other external interfer- ence could cause it to stop functioning properly. In such a case, turn the unit off and wait about one minute before restarting operation from the beginning. Note about condensation If this unit is brought from a cold outdoor environment into a warm room, or the heater has just been turned on in the room where it is located, for example, condensation might occur on operating parts or lenses, resulting in improper operation. If this occurs, leave the unit on and wait 1–2hours. This should enable normal playback.29 English Specifications Playable disc types Super Audio CD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW Digital output ES-LINK connectors ....................................... 1pair (L/R) XLR connectors ........................................... 1pair (L/R) o During Dual AES output, one connector each is used for the left and right channels (Lch and Rch). RCA connector ..................................................... 1 Clock input BNC connector ..................................................... 1 Input impedance ............................................... 50Ω Frequencies that can be input .......... 44.1kHz, 88.2kHz, 176.4kHz 10MHz, 22.5792MHz (±10ppm) Input level Rectangle wave ...........................equivalent to TTL levels Sine wave ......................................... 0.5 to 1.0Vrms General Power supply Model for Europe ..........................AC 220–240V, 50/60Hz Model for USA/Canada ............................AC 120V, 60Hz Model for Korea ...................................AC 220V, 60Hz Power consumption ............................................ 16W External dimensions (W × H × D) (including protrusions) 445 × 131 × 359 mm (17 5/8" × 5 1/4" × 14 1/4") Weight ............................................ 13.5kg (29 7/8lb) Operating temperature ................................+5°C to +35°C Operating humidity ................... 5% to 85% (no condensation) Storage temperature .................................−20°C to +55°C Included accessories Power cord × 1 HDMI cable × 1 Remote control (RC-1301) × 1 Batteries for remote control (AAA) × 2 Felt pads × 3 Owner’s manual (this document) × 1 Warranty card × 1 o Illustrations in this manual might differ slightly from production models. o Weight and dimensions are approximate. o Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.30 Dimensional drawings

Gutenbergstr. 3, 82178 Puchheim, Germany Phone: [phone] 0417 MA-2380A This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel. Please record the serial number and retain it for your records. Model name: P-05X Serial number