Cambridge Audio AZUR 550T User's Manual
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1. The wire which is coloured GREEN YELLOW must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter E or coloured GREEN If a standard 13 amp BS 1363 plug is used a 13 amp fuse must be fitted or if any other type of plug is used a 5 amp fuse must be fitted either in the plug or adaptor or on the distribution board azur Rear panel connections 550T is Manufactured in an Power Rating 220 230V AC 50 60Hz 1809001 approved facility Max Power Consumption 7W D egia anano aun DO Cambridge Audio Designed and engineered Londen England pre per IR Emitter E d azur 550T FM AM Toner ZA www cambridgeaudio com apa b a z 16021 w e E g cauton Line Output Serial Number Label Removed l el S E So 4 D AC power socket Once all connections have been made plug the AC power cable into an appropriate mains socket Your 550T is now ready for use 2 Control Bus The Control Bus carries control information in the form of demodulated remote control signals between the tuner and other Cambridge Audio devices connected to it The 550T will respond to appropriate commands as well as generating specific amplifier On Off commands according to the tuner s Alarm and Sleep functions 3 IR Infra Red Emitter In Allows modulated IR commands from multi room systems or IR repeater systems to be received by the unit Comman2. azur 550T Cambridge Audio Your music our passion FM AM Tuner z Users manual g 2 Cambridge Audio Contents lauek eda 2 Important Safety INStrUCTIONS o 3 LIKE EWE AAO 4 Rear pariel CONNMCCH ONG AAA 5 Fr nt PANS Beda EAO 5 Operating iatea 6 Tuning and listening to the 550T Setting presets How to select preset stations Setting the aa 6 Setting the alarmi AAA 6 Setting the SSS aer 6 Connecting the Control BUS ccccsceeeeeseceeseeeseeeeeeeeseeseeseaeeeeeee 6 Custom installation C 1 USS 6 REMOTE COMO AAE 7 Technical SpeCificatiONS sisisi sisne aiara Traat Va Taia 7 Troubleshooting AAO 7 For further information about Cambridge Audio our products news reviews and support please visit www cambridge audio com Visit www cambridge audio com and register to receive notification of future hardware and software releases This guide is designed to make installing and using this product as easy as possible Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy at the time of printing however Cambridge Audio s policy is one of continuous improvement therefore design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice If you notice any errors please feel free to email us at support cambridge audio com This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright All rights are reserved No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical
3. specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus b When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart 3 apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as the power supply cord or plug having been damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this unit to rain or moisture Batteries battery pack or batteries installed shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine fire or the like The unit is of Class 1 construction and must be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection The unit must be installed in a manner that makes disconnection of the mains plug from the mains socket outlet or appliance connector from the rear of the unit possible Where the mains plug is used as the disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable Only use the mains cord supplied with this unit Please ensure there is ample ventilation at least 10cm clearance all round Do not put any objects on top of this unit Do not situate it on a rug or other soft su
4. and hold the Mute key The usual mute toggle command is first followed by the Mute On command and then the Mute Off command A full code table for this product is available on the Cambridge Audio website at www cambridge audio com Remote control The 550T is supplied with a system remote control that operates both this tuner and Cambridge Azur amplifiers Power Switches the 550T between On and Standby mode The blue LED on the front panel of the 550T indicates that it is On when bright and in Standby mode when dim 1 10 keys These allow access to any stored presets you might have saved in the 550T 10 key Allows access to preset stations 11 20 Store To store a preset with the remote press Store then use the M4 gt gt buttons to select the desired preset location Press store again to confirm FM AM This button switches between the FM and AM bands that the 550T is capable of receiving GEU For use with Tuning Alarm and Clock settings Mode Toggles between Scan and Preset modes thereby changing the functionality of the M4 KI buttons Clock Tal This button is used to access the Alarm menu as discussed in the Operation Instructions section of this manual G Info Switches between the Display modes described in the Front Panel Controls section The RDS information on the FM band is dependant on the strength of the signal Bright Alters the brightness of the display backl
5. electronic or other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners Copyright Cambridge Audio Ltd 2009 2 Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Cambridge Audio Azur 550T We re confident that you will enjoy many years of listening pleasure from it The 550T is a newly developed FM AM tuner to compliment complement the Cambridge Audio Azur range and incorporates sophisticated Alarm and Sleep timer functions that can turn on and off connected Cambridge Audio amplifiers fitted with Control Bus inputs outputs and select the Tuner input for the Alarm function A specific version of the Azur Navigator remote is provided giving full remote control of the tuner functions in an attractive and easy to use handset The 550T can only be as good as the system it s is connected to Please do not compromise on your amplifier speakers or cabling Naturally we particularly recommend models from the Cambridge Audio Azur range which have been designed to the same exacting standards as this tuner Your dealer can also supply excellent quality Cambridge Audio interconnects to ensure your system realises its full potential The use of an external FM AM aerial is also strongly recommended to get the best from your 550T Thank you for taking the time to read this manual we recommend you keep it for future reference nb Eren M
6. 6 95 EC and Electromagnetic Compatibility 2004 108 EC Directives when used and installed according to this instruction manual For continued compliance only Cambridge Audio accessories should be used with this product and servicing must be referred to qualified service personnel C Tick mark This product meets the Australian Communications Authority s Radio communications and EMC requirements do Ross Test Stamp This product meets Russian electronic safety approvals FCC regulations NOTE THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the FC limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or mo
7. anually select the desired frequency or hold either button down to search for a station Setting presets Select the station you wish to store Press and hold the Mode Store button then use M4 gt gt to select the slot where the station will be stored Press Mode Store again to save it How to select preset stations 1 Press the Standby On button on the front panel 2 Select FM or AM by pushing the FM AM button on front panel or remote control 3 Press chosen preset button to listen to the corresponding station Alternatively press the Mode Store button to enable Preset mode then use the ka gt gt buttons to cycle through the stored stations Setting the clock The user can either allow RDS transmissions to automatically set the Clock Time Date or the Clock can be set manually To change the Clock mode press and hold the Clock button on the remote control Use the M4 KI buttons on the remote to change mode between RDS and Manual Press the Alarm button again to confirm your choice If Manual mode is selected you can then set the time Firstly adjust the hour using the M4 KI buttons When that is done press Clock again to adjust the minutes Press Clock again to finish Setting the alarm time The Alarm function will turn on the 550T at a chosen time It will also generate a command on the control bus that when connected will turn on a Cambridge Audio Azur series amplifier and select the tuner input To set the Alar
8. ation of incidental or consequential damages or implied warranties so the above exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other statutory rights which vary from state to state or country to country For any service in or out of warranty please contact your dealer Plug Fitting Instructions UK Only The cord supplied with this appliance is factory fitted with a UK mains plug fitted with a 13 amp fuse inside If it is necessary to change the fuse it is important that a 13 amp one is used If the plug needs to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket or becomes damaged it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted following the wiring instructions below The plug must then be disposed of safely as insertion into a mains socket is likely to cause an electrical hazard Should it be necessary to fit a 3 pin BS mains plug to the power cord the wires should be fitted as shown in this diagram The colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug Connect them as follows The wire which is coloured BLUE must be GREEN E connected to the terminal which is marked YELLOW with the letter N or coloured BLACK FUSE The wire which is coloured BROWN must be BLUE connected to the terminal which is marked N with the letter L or coloured RED
9. atthew Bramble Cambridge Audio Technical Director and the 550T design team Important safety instructions For your own safety please read the following important safety instructions carefully before attempting to connect this unit to the mains power supply They will also enable you to get the best performance from and prolong the life of the unit 1 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a dry cloth NOof WN Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use with only the cart stand tripod bracket or table
10. ccess Presets 11 20 hold down the Shift button The display will show which choice has been made G Band This button switches between the FM and AM bands 4 Stereo Mono Press this button to alternate between Stereo and Mono mode when listening to FM broadcasts Info Allows the user to select and view different information on the display When listening to the FM band the display modes are Radiotext RDS Program Type Signal Strength Time Stereo Mono mode and Info Off In AM mode the user can see the Signal Strength and Time RDS information on the FM band is dependant on signal strength 6 Store Mode Press once to toggle the functionality of the M4 buttons between Scan and Preset modes Press and hold the button to store the current station the display will show the next free preset number Use the K gt gt buttons to increase decrease the preset number then press the Mode Store button to confirm the selection T bad PI Adjusts the tuner frequency when in Scan mode the default setting Holding either button down will search for the next station When in Preset mode the user can step through each of the stored Presets ENGLISH Cambridge Audio Operating instructions Tuning and listening to the 550T 1 Press the Standby On button on the front panel 2 Select FM or AM by pushing the FM AM button on front panel or remote control 3 Press the M4 gt buttons to m
11. control commands are typically generated by custom installation multi room systems or remote IR receiver systems The Control Bus sockets are colour coded orange An IR Emitter Input is also provided that allows modulated IR remote control commands to be received electrically by the unit Commands on this input operate the unit only and are not looped out demodulated on the Control Bus Output In addition the unit features direct IR Control codes as well as toggle codes for many of its features to simplify programming custom installation systems Special direct commands can be accessed on the supplied remote control for teaching into C I systems as follows Specific power on off commands press and hold the Standby button The remote first generates it s usual amp and tuner standby toggle commands both are sent Keep the button held down after 12 seconds an Amp On command will be generated then if the button is kept held down after a further 12 seconds an Amp off command is generated then separated by 12 second pauses Tuner On and finally Tuner Off Specific band selection commands press and hold the FM AM key The usual band toggle command is first then the FM Mode command followed by the AM Mode command is generated Specific Preset Scan mode commands Press and hold the Mode key The usual mode toggle command is first then the Scan Mode command followed by the Preset Mode command Specific Mute On Off commands press
12. ds received here are not looped out of the Control Bus Refer to the Custom installation section for more information Front panel controls 4 Line Output Connect to your amplifier using good quality RCA phono cables S FM Aerial Connect an aerial to the FM 75 ohm socket a simple wire aerial is supplied only for temporary use Extend the lead and move the aerial around until you get the best reception For continued use we strongly recommend using a 750hm outdoor FM aerial AM Loop Aerial Connect each end of the single length antenna to the antenna terminals Place the antenna as far from the main system as possible to prevent unwanted noise and to obtain optimum reception If the AM loop aerial provided does not receive sufficient reception it may be necessary to use an outdoor AM aerial Cambridge Audio azur 550T FM AM Tuner o Standby On 4 6 2 77 3 8 4 9 5 10 Shift SA Band Stereo Mono bt Mode Store lea i ros O e O 9000 00 O 0000 T Standby On Switches the 550T between a low power Standby mode and On When in Standby the front panel display shows the current time in hours and minutes as well as the date if RDS clock mode is enabled 2 Presets The 550T can store up to 20 Presets for each of the FM and AM bands The Shift button alternates the 5 buttons between accessing Presets 1 5 and 6 10 To a
13. idelines Loudspeakers Before making any connections to loudspeakers make sure all power is turned off and only use suitable interconnects Servicing These units are not user serviceable never attempt to repair disassemble or reconstruct the unit if there seems to be a problem A serious electric shock could result if this precautionary measure is ignored In the event of a problem or failure please contact your dealer Limited warranty Cambridge Audio warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship subject to the terms set forth below Cambridge Audio will repair or replace at Cambridge Audio s option this product or any defective parts in this product Warranty periods may vary from country to country If in doubt consult your dealer and ensure that you retain proof of purchase To obtain warranty service please contact the Cambridge Audio authorised dealer from which you purchased this product If your dealer is not equipped to perform the repair of your Cambridge Audio product it can be returned by your dealer to Cambridge Audio or an authorised Cambridge Audio service agent You will need to ship this product in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that this product is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service This Warranty is
14. ight There are three levels of brightness Bright Normal and Off OOJO EO Please note that the following buttons will only operate a matching Cambridge Audio azur amplifier Volume Volume buttons to increase or decrease the Volume of the amplifier output Source select The five Source Select buttons and the Tape Monitor Select button are used to change the input source CD DVD etc Mute This button mutes the audio on the amplifier The Mute mode is indicated by the channel LED flashing azur 550T Technical specifications Frequency Range FM 87 5 108MHz Europe FM 88 108MHz US AM 531 1602kHz Europe AM 530 1710kHz US 75 ohms unbalanced FM 50 ohms unbalanced AM ENGLISH Aerial Inputs FM Sensitivity 25dBm typical 50dB typical FM 47dB typical AM FM Frequency Response 3dB 20Hz 15KHz lt 0 3 1KHz 50KHz deviation FM lt 0 9 1KHz AM gt 50dB FM Signal to Noise Distortion Stereo Separation 1KHz Maximum Power Consumption 7W Standby Power Consumption SB 70 x 430 x 305mm 2 75 x 17 x 12 Weight 4 10kg 9 Ibs Dimensions HxWxD Troubleshooting There is no power Ensure the AC power cord is connected securely Ensure the plug is fully inserted into the wall socket and is switched on Check fuse in the mains plug or adaptor There is no sound Ensure that the amplifier is set correctly Check tha
15. invalid if a the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from this product or b this product was not purchased from a Cambridge Audio authorised dealer You may call Cambridge Audio or your local country Cambridge Audio distributor to confirm that you have an unaltered serial number and or you purchased from a Cambridge Audio authorised dealer This Warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God accident misuse abuse negligence commercial use or modification of or to any part of the product This Warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation maintenance or installation or attempted repair by anyone other than Cambridge Audio or a Cambridge Audio dealer or authorised service agent which is authorised to do Cambridge Audio warranty work Any unauthorised repairs will void this Warranty This Warranty does not cover products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS REPAIRS OR REPLACEMENTS AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER CAMBRIDGE AUDIO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY IN THIS PRODUCT EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY LAW THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PRACTICAL PURPOSE Some countries and US states do not allow the exclusion or limit
16. m time 1 Press Alarm Clock on your remote handset 2 Use M4 buttons to select if the alarm should be off just work once or every day Press Clock Press M4 keys to alter the hour Press Clock Press M4 gt keys to alter the minute N DO oO b W Press Clock to finish Setting the sleep time The Sleep function will turn off the 550T at a chosen time It will also generate a command on the Control Bus that when connected will turn off a compatible Cambridge Audio Azur series amplifier To set the Sleep time 1 Press and hold Alarm Clock and then press Standby on your remote handset 2 Press the M4 gt gt I keys to alter the hour 3 Press Clock 4 Press the M4 keys to alter the minute 5 Press Clock to finish Connecting the Control Bus If it is desired to control a Cambridge Audio Azur amplifier by the 550T s Alarm or Sleep timers connect the two units via the orange Control Bus sockets using the supplied orange RCA phono lead as shown below 550T i 550A Custom installation GL use The 550T features a Control Bus input output that allow un modulated remote control commands positive logic TTL level to be received electrically by the unit and looped to another unit if desired These
17. re of the following measures Re orient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 550T x E l ZO Z W Cambridge Audio Ventilation IMPORTANT The unit will become hot when in use Do not stack multiple units on top of each other Do not place in an enclosed area such as a bookcase or in a cabinet without sufficient ventilation Ensure that small objects do not fall through any ventilation grille If this happens switch off immediately disconnect from the mains supply and contact your dealer for advice Positioning Choose the installation location carefully Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the unit Also avoid locations subject to vibration and excessive dust cold or moisture The unit can be used in a moderate climate This unit must be installed on a sturdy level surface Do not place in a sealed area such as a bookcase or in a cabinet Do not place the unit on an unstable surface or shelf The unit may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult as well as serious damage to the product Do not place other equipment on top of the unit Due to stray magnetic fields turntable
18. rface and do not obstruct any air inlets or outlet grilles Do not cover the ventilation grilles with items such as newspapers tablecloths curtains etc This unit must not be used near water or exposed to dripping or splashing water or other liquids No objects filled with liquid such as vases shall be placed on the unit azur Risk of electric Risque de choc Vorm ffnen shock electrique Do not open des ger tes Ne pas ouvrir Netzstecker ziehen A The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un insulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the service literature relevant to this appliance WEEE symbol The crossed out wheeled bin is the European Union symbol for Ea indicating separate collection for electrical and electronic equipment This product contains electrical and electronic equipment which should be reused recycled or recovered and should not be disposed of with unsorted regular waste Please return the unit or contact the authorised dealer from whom you purchased this product for more information CE mark This product complies with European Low Voltage 200
19. s or CRT TVs should not be located nearby due to possible interference Electronic audio components have a running in period of around a week if used several hours per day This will allow the new components to settle down the sonic properties will improve over this time Power sources The unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company This unit has been designed to be left in Standby mode when not in use this will increase the life of the unit this is true with all electronic equipment To turn the unit off unplug it from the mains socket Overloading Do not overload wall outlets or extension cord as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock Overloaded AC outlets extension cords frayed power cords damaged or cracked wire insulation and broken plugs are dangerous They may result in a shock or fire hazard Be sure to insert each power cord securely To prevent hum and noise do not bundle the interconnect leads with the power cord or speaker leads Cleaning To clean the unit wipe its case with a dry lint free cloth Do not use any cleaning fluids containing alcohol ammonia or abrasives Do not spray an aerosol at or near the unit Battery disposal Please dispose of any discharged batteries according to local environmental electronic waste disposal gu
20. t the interconnects are inserted correctly The aerials are incorrectly connected The sound is distorted or garbled Check aerial connections and placements There is a hum coming from the speaker Ensure that all cable connections are secure There is unwanted background noise and interference Move the tuner away from other electrical equipment that is likely to cause interference The remote handset will not function Check that the batteries have not expired Ensure that nothing is blocking the remote sensor Cambridge Audio is a brand of Audio Partnership Plc Registered Office Gallery Court Hankey Place London SE1 4BB United Kingdom Registered in England No 2953313 www cambridge audio com d 2009 Cambridge Audio Ltd S bel t GO ise N a lt
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