Reference Manual – English CD PLAYERS CD555 • CDX • CD5 XS • CD5si
Contents Section Page Introduction E1 1. Connections E1 2. Mains Power E1 3. General Installation E2 CD555 E3 4. CD555 Introduction and Installation E3 5. CD555 Connections E4 6. CD555 In Use E5 CDX2 E6 7. CDX2 Introduction and Installation E6 8. CDX2 Connections E6 9. CDX2 In Use E7 CD5 XS E8 10. CD5 XS Introduction and Installation E8 11. CD5 XS Connections E8 12. CD5 XS In Use E9 CD5si E10 13. CD5si Introduction and Installation E10 14. CD5si Connections E10 15.
Introduction Naim Audio products are conceived with performance as the top priority. Careful installation will help ensure that their full potential is achieved. This manual covers the CD555, CDX2, CD5 XS and CD5si CD players and their associated or upgrade power supplies. It begins with some general installation notes and statutory safety warnings. Product specific information begins in Section 4. 1. Connections Note: Please read the Statutory Safety Warnings found at the end of this manual. 2.
3. General Installation 3.5 Lightning Precautions Naim equipment is designed to offer the finest performance possible avoiding compromise wherever practical. This can lead to circumstances that may be unfamiliar. The notes that follow contain advice specifically related to Naim equipment as well as more general warnings about the use of domestic audio products. Please read them carefully.
CD555 4. CD555 Introduction and Installation The CD555 CD Player can only be operated from a Naim CD 555PS Power Supply. Connection of the power supply is illustrated in Section 5.2. CD player control and operation is described in Sections 16, 17 and 18. The CD555 should be installed on a dedicated equipment stand intended for the purpose. To improve sound quality the player has hard metallic feet which may blemish any delicate surface on which it is placed.
CD555 5. CD555 Connections 5.1 Rear Panel Note: Icon descriptions can be found in Section 19. Note: RCA phono and DIN output sockets should not be connected simultaneously. Note: The RC5 Input is intended to accept external control signals for multi-room applications. Contact your dealer or Naim Audio directly for further information. Note: The optional RJ45 socket Comms Interface can provide external control of the player in custom installations.
CD555 6. CD555 In Use 6.3 Player Door Reset and Calibration If at any time the player door fails to open or close correctly, or the top panel door button flashes, the door may need resetting and calibrating. The procedures are as follows. 6.1 Disc Loading To open the transport door press the player door button or the handset open key. To load a disc place it on the platter followed by the magnetic puck. Do not use a puck from any other Naim CD player.
CDX2 7. CDX2 Introduction and Installation The CDX2 CD Player can be operated either from its internal power supply or, for improved performance, from an external Naim CD 555PS or XPS Power Supply. Connection of the XPS Power Supply is illustrated in Diagram 11.2. CD player control and operation is described in Sections 16, 17 and 18. The CDX2 should be installed on a dedicated equipment stand intended for the purpose.
CDX2 8.2 CDX2 Connected to XPS Power Supply Note: If a CD 555PS Power Supply is used to power a CDX2 player use only power supply output Socket 1. CD Burndy Cable Note: When used with an external power supply the CDX2 player must be disconnected from the mains. Disconnect the player from the mains before connecting the power supply. 9. CDX2 In Use 9.3 Power Supply Upgrade The CDX2 can be upgraded by the addition of a CD 555PS, XPS or XP5 XS Power Supply.
CD5 XS 10. CD5 XS Introduction and Installation The CD5 XS CD Player can be operated either from its internal power supply only or, for improved performance, with an additional external Naim Flatcap or Hi-Cap power supply. Connection of the power supply is illustrated in Diagram 14.2. CD player control and operation is described in Sections 16, 17 and 18. The CD5 XS should be installed on a dedicated equipment stand intended for the purpose.
CD5 XS 11.2 CD5 XS Connected to FlatCap XS Power Supply Note: Both the FlatCap XS and CD5 XS must be connected to a mains supply and switched on. 12. CD5 XS In Use 240° 5 to 5 pin DIN 12.3 Power Supply Upgrade The CD5 XS analogue output stage can be upgraded through the addition of an external Flatcap or Hi-Cap Power Supply. The external supply works with the internal power supply of the CD5 XS to offer both a greater number of separate supplies and more sophisticated voltage regulation.
CD5si 13. CD5si Introduction and Installation The CD5si should be installed on a dedicated equipment stand intended for the purpose. Do not stand the player directly on top of another item of Naim Audio equipment. Care should be taken to ensure that the player is level. A transit screw on the underside of the CD5si case should be removed before use and must be replaced if the unit is to be repacked and shipped. This transit screw must not be used in any other Naim product.
16. CD Player Control and Operation The operation and control of all Naim CD players is based on a common user interface. This section of the manual describes the user interface, drawing attention to differences between players where they occur. The CD player control buttons are duplicated on the remote control handset which may also provide some extra functions. The handset also provides CD programming facilities. See Sections 17 and 18 for more information. 16.1 Player Controls 16.
17. R-com Remote Handset The R-com remote handset is supplied with the NAC 552 and CD555 and can be purchased as an accessory. It offers quick and intuitive control of the most often used functions of CD players, preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers and tuners. To fit batteries, remove the bottom end cover using the tool provided and insert the batteries into the body taking care with their orientation. Replace the end cover. Remove the batteries if the R-com is to be packed and shipped. 17.
18. NARCOM 5 Remote Handset The NARCOM 5 is a multifunctional remote handset designed specifically for Naim CD players, analogue tuners and preamplifiers (including integrated amplifiers). To fit batteries, remove the battery cover and insert the batteries into the body taking care with their orientation. Replace the battery cover. 18.1 Using NARCOM 5 18.2 NARCOM 5 keys NARCOM 5 can be configured to operate preamplifiers, tuners or CD players by pressing the appropriate System Component Key.
19. Diagram Icons Power switch RS232 Interface Analogue signal RC5 remote control signal Digital signal IEC mains supply DIN/Phono socket selection switch 180° DIN 5-pin 555PS Power Supply Cable direction indicator Optional 555PS Power Supply Optional XPS Power Supply Optional FlatCap or Hi-CapPower Supply 20. Puck Identification Three different pucks are used to clamp CDs in the players covered by this manual (CD555, CDX2, CD5 XS and CD5si).
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