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550C/650C

azur

ENGLISH

Custom installation (C.I.) use

The 550C and 650C feature a Control Bus input/output that allow un-
modulated remote control commands (positive logic, TTL level) to be
received electrically by the unit and looped to another unit if desired.
These control commands are typically generated by custom installation
(multi-room) systems or remote IR receiver systems. The Control Bus
sockets are colour-coded orange.

An IR Emitter Input is also provided that allows modulated IR remote
control commands to be received electrically by the unit. Commands on
this input operate the unit only and are not looped out demodulated on
the Control Bus Output.

In addition the units feature 'direct' IR/Control codes as well as toggle
codes for some of their features to simplify programming custom
installation systems. Special direct On/Off and Mute commands can be
accessed on the supplied remote control for teaching into C.I. systems or
learning remotes as follows:

1.

Press and hold the Standby button. After 12 seconds, the remote
first generates a Standby (toggle) command for Azur CD players. Keep
holding the button down and after 12 seconds a CD player “On”
command will be generated. If the button is held down for a further
12 seconds, a CD player “Off” command is generated. After another
12 seconds, the remote generates a Standby (toggle) command for
Azur Amplifiers. A further 12 seconds and an Amp “On” command is
generated. Finally, if the button is held down for a further 12 seconds,
an Amp “Off” command is generated.

2.

Press and hold the Mute button. The remote first generates a Mute
(toggle) command for Azur Amplifiers. Keep holding the button down
and after 12 seconds an Amp “Mute On” command will be generated.
If the button is held down for a further 12 seconds, an Amp “Mute
Off” command is generated.

A full code table for this product is available on the Cambridge Audio
website at 

www.cambridge-audio.com

.

Technical specifications

550C

D/A Converter

Wolfson Microelectronics WM8740 
24-Bit/192kHz capable

Filter

2-Pole Differential Bessel Virtual
Earth Balanced

Frequency response (+/-0.2dB)

20Hz - 20kHz

THD @ 1Khz 0dBFs

<0.0015%

THD @ 1Khz -10dBFs

<0.003%

THD @ 20Khz 0dBFs

<0.001%

IMD (19/20kHz) 0dBFs

<0.001%

Linearity @ -90dBFs

+/- 0.5dB

Clock deviation

+/- 20ppm

Stopband rejection (>24kHz)

>90dB

S/N ratio, A weighted

>100dB

Total correlated jitter

<150pS

Crosstalk @1kHz

<-100dB

Crosstalk @20kHz

<-90dB

Output impedance

<50ohms

Maximum power consumption

25W

Standby power consumption

<1W

Dimensions

85 x 430 x 305mm
(3.4 x 16.9 x 12.2”)

Weight

4.8kg (10.6lbs)

650C

D/A Converter

Dual Wolfson Microelectronics
WM8740 24-Bit/192kHz capable

Filter

2-Pole Dual Differential Bessel 
Double Virtual Earth Balanced

Frequency response (+/-0.1dB)

20Hz - 20kHz

THD @ 1Khz 0dBFs

<0.001%

THD @ 1Khz -10dBFs

<0.0005%

THD @ 20Khz 0dBFs

<0.002%

IMD (19/20kHz) 0dBFs

<0.0005%

Linearity @ -90dBFs

+/- 0.5dB

Clock deviation

+/- 20ppm

Stopband rejection (>24kHz)

>90dB

S/N ratio, A weighted

>104dB

Total correlated jitter

<140pS

Crosstalk @1kHz

<-100dB

Crosstalk @20kHz

<-99dB

Output impedance

<50ohms

Maximum power consumption

25W

Standby power consumption

<1W

Dimensions

85 x 430 x 305mm
(3.4 x 16.9 x 12.2”)

Weight

4.8kg (10.6lbs)

Troubleshooting

There is no power

Ensure the AC power cord is connected securely.

Ensure the plug is fully inserted into the wall socket and is switched on.

Check the unit is switched on at the rear panel.

Check fuse in the mains plug or adaptor.

The player will not read the disc

Check the disc is not loaded upside down.

Check that the disc is not too scratched or dirty.

There is no sound

Ensure that the amplifier is set correctly.

Check that the interconnects are inserted correctly.

The disc is skipping

Check that the disc is not too scratched or dirty.

Ensure the player is on a firm surface and not subject to vibrations.

There is a hum coming from the speaker

Ensure that all cable connections are secure.

The remote handset will not function

Check that the batteries have not expired.

Ensure that nothing is blocking the remote sensor.

In the event that the above solutions do not remedy your problem, please
consult our frequently asked questions (FAQ) section on our website:

www.cambridge-audio.com/sts/faqs

You can also use this facility to post a question to our Technical Support
team.

For all servicing, in or out of warranty, please contact your dealer.

Summary of Contents for AZUR 550C

Page 1: ...Your music our passion 550C 650C azur ENGLISH Compact disc player User s manual 2 ...

Page 2: ...analogue filter circuitry can be implemented The 550C features a Three Pole Double Virtual Earth Balanced filter topology with new Bessel co efficients The 650C features an even more sophisticated Four Pole Dual Differential Double Virtual Earth Balanced version of this filter This means that the DAC for each channel features two fully balanced outputs each of which are then summed in a third order vi...

Page 3: ...ot cover the ventilation grilles with items such as newspapers tablecloths curtains etc This unit must not be used near water or exposed to dripping or splashing water or other liquids No objects filled with liquid such as vases shall be placed on the unit The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un insulated danger...

Page 4: ... If your dealer is not equipped to perform the repair of your Cambridge Audio product it can be returned by your dealer to Cambridge Audio or an authorised Cambridge Audio service agent You will need to ship this product in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that t...

Page 5: ...connect cables from these sockets to any line level input on your amplifier For best results and matched performance we recommend connection to a Cambridge Audio Azur amplifier S P DIF co axial digital output For input to a separate DAC such as Cambridge Audio DacMagic or digital recording machine To obtain best results use a high quality 75ohm digital RCA interconnect cable not one designed for nor...

Page 6: ...cted 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 Front panel controls Standby On Switches the unit between On and Standby mode The blue LED will remain bright when the unit is on becoming dim when the unit is in a special eco friendly standby mode The unit consumes less than one watt of power during standby The unit can remain in Standby mode when not in use It is advisable to switch the unit off at the mains if it i...

Page 7: ...azur ENGLISH Remote control The 550C and 650C are supplied with an Azur Navigator remote control that operates both this CD player and Cambridge Audio Azur range amplifiers Insert the supplied AAA batteries to activate Always use alkaline type batteries Standby On Switches the amplifier between On and low power eco friendly Standby mode Open Close Opens and closes the disc tray Numerical track selec...

Page 8: ...resumed by pressing Play again Locating a specific track during playback 1 A single short press of the Skip Scan button will take you to the beginning of the next track on the CD Repeat as necessary 2 A single short press of the Skip Scan button will take you to the beginning of the previous track Locating a specific track when playback is stopped 1 A single short press of the Skip Scan button will ...

Page 9: ...nabled in the menu when desired The default setting for Auto Play is Off Auto Power Down Setting If desired the 550 650C can shut itself down if not used for a period of time Power down after an inactive period no disk playback or any functions of the player used of 5 10 or 15 minutes can be selected The default setting for Auto Power Down is Off i e disabled Programming disc play It is possible t...

Page 10: ... the pass band i e above 22 05kHz at the expense of a little pre and post ringing in the time domain The slow roll off filter trades a slower roll off and less attenuation of close in aliasing images for less ringing in the time domain There is no right choice and we encourage you to experiment with both filters and pick the one that is best to your ears The characteristics of both are shown below 0...

Page 11: ...Virtual Earth Balanced Frequency response 0 2dB 20Hz 20kHz THD 1Khz 0dBFs 0 0015 THD 1Khz 10dBFs 0 003 THD 20Khz 0dBFs 0 001 IMD 19 20kHz 0dBFs 0 001 Linearity 90dBFs 0 5dB Clock deviation 20ppm Stopband rejection 24kHz 90dB S N ratio A weighted 100dB Total correlated jitter 150pS Crosstalk 1kHz 100dB Crosstalk 20kHz 90dB Output impedance 50ohms Maximum power consumption 25W Standby power consumpt...

Page 12: ...e Audio is a brand of Audio Partnership Plc Registered Office Gallery Court Hankey Place London SE1 4BB United Kingdom Registered in England No 2953313 www cambridge audio com 2010 Cambridge Audio Ltd AP23803 4 ...

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