User manual CAMBRIDGE AUDIO AZUR BROCHURE

[. . . ] This commitment to engineering excellence, combined with state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities means every Cambridge Audio product offers the best possible performance. Prior to launch, all designs undergo rigorous evaluation involving meticulous listening and fine-tuning. Such attention to detail results in products that are totally convincing in the reproduction of both tonal colour and dynamic contrast, delivering a vibrant and fluid performance across music of all types. Engineering and production Cambridge Audio's philosophy of employing only the finest quality components continues with the Azur range. All models are developed using cutting-edge test and measurement equipment and feature the latest technology. [. . . ] Audio reproduction is handled by a Crystal CS4360 24-bit/192kHz six channel DAC (digital to analogue converter). Its multi-channel DVD-Audio totally changes the way the listener experiences music. DVDAudio discs have a much greater bandwidth and contain more accurate 24-bit audio (CDs only contain 16-bit audio), plus they can carry 5. 1 surround sound as well as two channel audio. This radically improves the listening experience. In addition, the 540D is, of course, capable of playing conventional compact discs. Just as impressive is the dazzling video playback thanks to no less than six 12-bit/54MHz video DACs ­ most other products use 11-bit converters. The 540D supports both NTSC and PAL Progressive Scan, offering a considerable leap in picture quality over conventional DVDVideo. The 540D's technological prowess is augmented by the now customary Azur elegance and simplicity of design. Behind the solid aluminium front panel, a low resonance acoustically damped chassis houses the electronics and helps maximise sonic performance. To ensure the 540D's compatibility with any Home Cinema system, a wide range of outputs are provided as standard ­ component, RGB, S-Video and composite. The future of home entertainment is finally here, so sit back and let the 540D show you what you've been missing. 540D features G PAL and NTSC Progressive Scan G Meridian Lossless Packing to deliver 24-bit/96kHz multichannel DVD-Audio and 24-bit/192kHz stereo DVD-Audio G Built in 5. 1 decoder G DVD-Audio G Component video G RGB on Scart G Composite/S-Video G Downmix stereo out G Crystal CS4360 24-bit 192kHz multi-DAC G Six 12-bit/54MHz video DACs G Low resonance, acoustically damped chassis improves sonic performance G Stylish all-metal casework with a solid aluminium front panel G Slim-line Azur remote control with aluminium top panel Conventional interlaced image Progressive Scan image NTSC and PAL Progressive Scan Progressive Scan offers a considerable leap in picture quality over conventional DVD-Video. Normally, screen lines are drawn twice per frame: once for the even-numbered lines and once for the odd-numbered lines, interlacing 25 or 30 times per second. Cambridge Audio Progressive Scan DVD players scan from top to bottom, using all of the screen lines in one fluid pass, painting 50 or 60 whole frames per second. This creates dramatically clearer images, with far less flicker and distortion. Azur Compact Disc Players Also available in black 340C Like its bigger brothers, the 340C delivers class leading performance using proven high quality Sony laser optics and the same Cambridge Audio servo circuitry found in the award-winning 540C and 640C. Digital to analogue (DAC) conversion comes courtesy of respected chipset manufacturer Crystal. Its CS4338 24-bit/96kHz DAC is coupled to an audio-grade operational amp filter/output stage and benefits from a high quality power supply. 340C key features G Custom Cambridge Audio servo solution G Co-axial and optical digital outputs G Very high quality Sony laser optics G Custom Cambridge Audio transport G Stylish all-metal casework with a solid aluminium front panel G Slim-line Azur remote control with aluminium top panel 540C 540C features in addition to 340C The Azur 540C boasts performance, build quality and a specification to embarrass not just its immediate rivals, but many CD players costing at least twice the price. Features include the latest generation WM8716 24-bit/192kHz DAC (digital to analogue converter) from highly respected manufacturer Wolfson, a custom Cambridge Audio servo solution and transport, proven Sony laser optics and proprietary data reclocking for exceptionally low jitter. Completing the package is a slim-line, elegant remote handset that offers complete access to the 540C's wide range of features. G Wolfson WM8716 24-bit/ 192kHz DAC G Low resonance, acoustically damped chassis improves sonic performance 640C features in addition to 540C G Wolfson WM8740 24-bit/ 192kHz DAC G Separate power supply for DAC 640C Cambridge Audio's flagship 640C builds on the features of the 540C. Despite its recent world launch, the 640C has already scooped a best buy award from leading publication What Hi-Fi?, which described it as `a fine all rounder. . . way beyond what we'd expect of a player at this price'. Output is 65 watts per channel into eight ohms and the inclusion of a Class `A' follower driver stage, together with high quality polypropylene bypass capacitors reflects the attention to detail that sets the 640A apart from its rivals. "A fantastic achievement!" Revue Du Son, France Azur phono preamplifiers Also available in black 540P Extending the functionality of Cambridge Audio's critically acclaimed integrated stereo Azur amplifiers and AV receivers are two phono preamplifiers. The entry-level 540P is a high quality Moving Magnet design featuring single-ended `Class A' gain stages and a discrete transistor input stage instead of the more common integrated circuits. [. . . ] Power Consumption: 515 watts Dimensions (WxDxH) (mm): 430 x 320 x 100 Weight: 7 kg/15. 4 lbs 50 watts into 8 ohms 65 watts into 4 ohms 47k ohms 4 ohms to 8 ohms Loudspeaker Impedance: 4 ohms to 8 ohms Input Sensitivity: Line: 380mV Total Harmonic Distortion (into 8 ohms 80% rated power): 0. 005% THD (No weighting) @ 1kHz 0. 003% THD (A weighted) @ 1kHz 0. 01% THD (No weighting) @ 20Hz ­ 20kHz Frequency Response: 5Hz to 50kHz +/- 1dB Tone Controls Bass: +/- 10dB @100Hz Treble: +/- 10dB @10kHz Signal to Noise Ratio: >92dB (No weighting) Slew Rate (into 8 ohms): >40V/uS Max. Power Consumption: 615 watts Dimensions (WxDxH) (mm): 430 x 320 x 100 Weight: 7 kg/15. 4 lbs Cambridge Audio's policy is one of continuous improvement. Design and specifications are therefore subject to change without prior notice. Phono stages Azur 540P Max power consumption Gain @ 1kHz Nominal output Sensitivity for nominal output THD 20Hz-20kHz RIAA curve accuracy 5W 39dB 300mV 3. 35mV <0. 009% <+/-0. 65dB 25Hz-20kHz Azur 640P 5W 300mV MM 39dB 3. 35mV MC 55dB 0. 5mV <0. 007% <+/-0. 3dB 20Hz-50kHz (subsonic filter off) >85dB >76dB 215 x 133 x 46 0. 9kg/2lbs >82dB >72dB Signal to noise ratio >85dB using Audio Precision RIAA-1 with grounded inputs Crosstalk @ 20kHz >76dB Dimensions (WxDxH) 215 x 133 x 46 Weight 0. 8kg/1. 8lbs Compact Disc Players Azur 340C Frequency response: THD @ 1kHz 0dB: D/A Converter: Dynamic Range: Correlated Jitter: Digital Outputs: Max. Power Consumption: Dimensions (WxDxH) (mm): Weight: 10Hz to 20kHz 0. 006% 24-bit/96kHz 92dB <300pS Optical and Co-axial 15 watts 430 x 320 x 70 4. 6kg/10. 1 lbs Tuner Azur 640T Wavebands: DAB Band III, DAB L-Band, FM 75 ohms 35dB typical 55dB typical Antenna Input Impedance: Adjacent Channel Selectivity: (EN50248) Far-off Selectivity (EN50248): DAB Performance Azur 540C Frequency Response: THD @ 1kHz 0dB D/A Converter: Dynamic Range: Channel Separation: Correlated Jitter: Digital Outputs: Max. [. . . ]