What types of discs can be played back on the CXC?
The CXC is designed to play standard audio CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs recorded in the CD-DA format. Other formats, such as SACD, MP3 or WMA, are not supported.
How is the CXC connected to an amplifier?
The CXC has digital outputs: S/PDIF coaxial and TOSLINK optical. Connect one of these outputs to the corresponding digital input of a DAC or an amplifier with built-in DAC.
Why doesn't the CXC have analog audio outputs?
The CXC is a CD transport and is designed to output digital signals to an external DAC or an amplifier with built-in DAC for digital-to-analog conversion. This ensures higher sound quality.
Does the CXC support gapless playback?
Yes, the CXC supports gapless playback, which is ideal for live recording and continuous mixing without interruptions between tracks.
How is the automatic shutdown function (APD) set up?
Press and hold the 'Stop' button on the front panel for five seconds to enter the setup menu. Navigate to the APD setting to adjust the duration or disable the feature.
What information is shown on the display of the CXC?
The display shows information such as the total number of tracks, current track number and elapsed playback time. The details displayed depend on the metadata on the disc.
What is the S3 Servo and what is its advantage?
The S3 Servo is a precision-controlled disc mechanism that ensures accurate and error-free CD readout, resulting in improved sound quality.
How is the CXC operated by remote control?
The included remote control provides full control of the CXC, including functions such as play, pause, stop, track selection and tray opening/closing.
Is the CXC compatible with other Cambridge Audio devices?
Yes, the CXC is designed to work seamlessly with other Cambridge Audio devices, such as the CX Series amplifiers and DACs, for optimal performance.
