Summary of the content on the page No. 1
MP
Ayre CX-7e
Owner’s Manual
Compact Disc Player
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
Table of Contents Welcome to Ayre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Connections and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Controls and Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Numbers and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Statement of Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 A Place for Notes . . . . . . . . . . . .
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
Welcome to Ayre MP Your Ayre CX-7e offers a significant advance in the musical performance of high-fidelity equipment. The warmth and immediacy of a live performance are apparent from the first listening. The combination of superb resolution and a natural, relaxed quality will draw you into the music, time and time again. This degree of performance has been implemented using the highest levels of workmanship and materials. You can be assured that the Ayre MP CX-7e will provide you a lifetime of
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
Connections and Installation MP The Ayre CX-7e is easy to connect and use. The following guidelines will ensure that the installation goes smoothly. Location The infrared beam of the A good location for your CD player is at an easily remote control will also travel accessible height in an open-backed cabinet or on a through glass. shelf. The receiver for the infrared remote control is mounted behind the display lens on the front panel. A direct line of sight from the listening position will ensu
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
Analog Outputs MP It is not normally The Ayre CX-7e offers both balanced and recommended to use both sets of single-ended outputs. Balanced connections are analog outputs made via three-pin XLR connectors, while simultaneously. single-ended connections are made via RCA connectors. When you have a choice, a balanced connection will offer slightly higher sound quality than a single-ended connection. Digital Filter MP The digital filter of the Ayre CX-7e features two user-selectable algorithms. A s
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
rear panel allows the digital audio output to be turned off when its use is not required. An adapter is available from Ayre should you need to connect the digital output to an S/PDIF input that uses an RCA connector. AC Power MP The CX-7e may be plugged directly into an unswitched wall outlet. Although proprietary RFI (radio-frequency interference) filtering is built into the CD player, in some situations an AC power-line filter (such as those offered by Ayre) may provide additional sonic benefi
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
Controls and Operation MP The Ayre CX-7e CD player may be controlled using either the front panel buttons or the included remote control handset. Basic functions are available at both locations, while additional functions are available only at the remote control handset. Remote Control The supplied remote control handset can operate MP both the CX-7e CD player as well as an Ayre preamplifier or integrated amplifier. The controls to operate the CD player are grouped towards the top of the handset
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
Standby/Operate The “Standby/Operate” button toggles the unit between normal operation and standby mode. When in standby mode a green status LED is illuminated, and the critical internal circuitry remains powered. This ensures optimal sound quality with a minimum of warm-up time. If a disc is in the player when it is turned on, it will read the disc’s Table of Contents (ToC) and display the total disc time and total number of tracks Pressing either the “Open/Close” or the “Play” buttons will als
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
Play If the drawer is open, pressing The “Play” button initiates playback of the disc. The “Play” will close the drawer. table of contents (ToC) is read, and playback begins at the first track. If the disc is paused, pressing “Play” will un-pause the disc Pause The “Pause” button will temporarily halt the disc. Playback may be resumed either by pressing either the “Pause” button again or the “Play” button. The track number in the display will flash to show that the pause mode has been engaged. S
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
Next The “Next” button will move to the start of the next track. Additional presses will move to subsequent tracks. The “Next” button on the front panel can activate two separate functions, depending on how long the button is pressed. A quick button press (less than about ½ second) will activate the “Next” function. A longer button press will activate the “Forward Scan” function. Reverse Scan The “Reverse Scan” button will scan backward through the music. The “Previous” button on the front panel
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
Display MP The display of the Ayre CX-7e has a time section on the left, a track section in the center, and a status indicator section on the right. When the disc is stopped, the display will indicate the total disc time and the total number of tracks. When the disc is playing, the display will indicate the elapsed time in the current track and the track number being played. Normally all three sections are illuminated. Pressing the “Display” button once will change the time section to a “Time Re
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
Additional Functions The following functions are available only via the remote control handset. Number Keys The number keys allow quick navigation to the desired point on the disc. To enter a number greater than “9”, simply press the desired number keys in order. For example, to enter “23”, first press “2” and then “3”. Pressing the number keys for the desired track will begin play of that track, even if the disc is stopped. Repeat Pressing the “Repeat” button scrolls through normal mode, “Repea
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
Random Pressing the “Random” button will play the tracks on the disc in random order. Play will commence as soon as the “Random” button is pressed. The “Random” mode is indicated by a decimal point after the track number. When the “Random” mode is selected, a randomized play list is generated. The “Previous” and “Next” buttons will navigate through this randomized play list in the normal fashion. To exit the “Random” mode, press the “Random” button again. Pressing either the “Stop” button or t
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
The upper section of the remote control supplied with the Ayre MP CX-7e is used to control the CD player functions. The lower section of the remote control (shown with greyed-out buttons) may be used to control an Ayre preamplifier or integrated amplifier. 13
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
Numbers and Specifications Maximum Output Level 2.25 V rms – unbalanced outputs 4.50 V rms – balanced outputs Analog XLR Output Polarity Pin 1 = Ground Pin 2 = Non-inverting (Positive) Pin 3 = Inverting (Negative) Frequency Response DC - 20 kHz Power Consumption 30 watts Dimensions 17-¼" W x 13-¾" D x 4-¾" H 44 cm x 35 cm x 12 cm Weight 25 pounds 11.5 kg 14
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
Statement of Warranty North American Warranty MP Your Ayre CX-7e CD player is warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of ninety days from the date of original purchase. This ninety-day coverage is automatic upon acceptance of delivery and no registration is required. Additionally you have the option, at no cost, to extend the warranty for a period of five years from the date of purchase (except for the disc transport mechanism, which will be warrantied for a period of
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
North American Warranty Statement 1. If any defects are found in the materials or workmanship of this Ayre product within the warranty period, the unit will be repaired or replaced by Ayre Acoustics, Inc. (Ayre) or its authorized agent. 2. Purchaser must return the product, packed in the original shipping carton, freight prepaid to: Ayre Acoustics, Inc. 2300-B Central Avenue Boulder, Colorado 80301 or to Ayre’s authorized agent. The product must be accompanied by a written description of the de
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
4. Ayre strives to manufacture the finest possible equipment, and therefore reserves the right to make improvements on its products, without necessarily assuming any obligation to retrofit such changes upon its previously manufactured models. 5. The above warranty is the sole warranty given by Ayre, and is in lieu of all other warranties. All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose shall be strictly limited to the duration of the above wa
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
A Place for Notes 18
