X-ray, Installation – Musical Fidelity X-RAY V8 User Manual

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X-RAY

INSTALLATION

Issue 3: 1

September 2006

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of your new X-RAY

CD player.
The X-RAY

has extremely low jitter, vanishingly low

distortion, exemplary linearity and ultra low noise. Its
case design complements the X-

series components

which include a DAB/FM tuner and integrated amplifier
all in the same convenient size.
Great attention has been paid to internal layout,
isolating each circuit section to prevent possible
interaction.
The CD digital data streams are first up-sampled to
192kHz, which moves noise, jitter and distortion
artefacts well above the audio band. They are then
passed through a new, low noise, low distortion 24-bit
dual-differential digital-to-analogue converter, which
allows simpler filtering of the analogue output. This in
turn gives an improved audio response without the need
for sharp filters that degrade sound quality. The result is
a CD player which has a smoother response than
previously possible with none of the “hardness” of other
units.
The resultant performance achieved by this unit is
among the best in the world. It has excellent signal to
noise ratio, low distortion, wide bandwidth, huge
dynamic range, extraordinary resolution and fine detail.

UPGRADE PATH
Early in 2007 two interesting new X-

series products

are coming.
- The TRIPLE-X170 PSU is an upgrade Power Supply
Unit. It increases the power of your X-T100 to 85+85
wpc and improves its peak current. The TRIPLE-X170
PSU will power the X-T100, X-RAY

and X-PLORA

simultaneously. Any product connected to it will sound
better.
- The X-DAC

is a super-performance Digital to

Analogue Converter with a tube output. Its performance
is verging on state-of-the-art and sounds extraordinary.
The X-DAC

is self-powered and also has power

supply outlets for the X-RAY

and X-PLORA

. When

the X-RAY

is paired with the X-DAC

, what you

have is a mini KW25 system (the KW25 Transport/DAC
received incredible reviews which recon it’s probably
the best CD player ever).

INSTALLATION
Position the X-RAY

on a stable, horizontal surface

where there is no risk of it being knocked, or subjected
to vibration such as from loudspeakers.
Protect your X-RAY

from humidity - if the unit is

moved from a cold place to a warm room, or in
generally humid conditions, moisture can form on the
pickup lens inside the player, preventing the laser beam
from reading the disc. If this happens, remove the CD,
close the disc drawer, and leave the unit switched on for
an hour or so to allow sufficient time for the moisture to
evaporate.

AUDIO CONNECTIONS
Outputs: Connect your amplifier inputs to the RCA
sockets on the back panel marked as LEFT and RIGHT
outputs.
If desired, the unit can also be attached to an external
DAC of your choice. The unit outputs COAX and
OPTICAL digital signal stream at 44.1kHz.

POWER CONNECTION
The power lead should be connected to a Musical
Fidelity power supply unit designed for this product,
such as the TRIPLE-X (see your dealer for more
information). The connector from this CD player mates
with the 5-way socket labelled X-RAY

on the rear of

the power supply unit. The connector should fit
comfortably with a small click when properly seated.
Do not force the connector.

NOTES ON USING COMPACT DISCS
Always hold discs by the edges and make sure they
remain clean - do not touch the surface. Keep discs
away from direct sunlight and heat sources, such as
radiators. Clean discs with a cloth before playing them,
but do not use solvents such as benzene, thinners, or
antistatic spray intended for analogue records.
After playing, always return the disc to its case for
storage.

CLEANING
Before cleaning the unit, switch off power at the mains
switch and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
Clean the cabinet and remote control unit using a moist
cloth. We do not advise using solvents, white spirit or
thinners as they could damage the surface finish.

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