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OPERATION OF THE SFT-1 TRANSPORT

Before plugging in the SFT-1, check to see that the unit is configured
for the correct AC line voltage for country of use. The operating AC
line voltage is indicated on the side of the shipping box. If the SFT-1
Transport is set incorrectly for the country in which it is to be operat-
ed, contact the dealer or distributor in your area. If the unit is config-
ured properly, continue with operation.

Connect the Detachable Power Cord to the SFT-1 chassis (see
Figure 1) and plug your SFT-1 into the AC power source.

Load the Remote Control with 2 AAA size batteries.

Next choose the most appropriate digital output connector (M
through P). With the appropriate cable connect the SFT-1 to your
DAC’s digital input.

The SFT-1 Transport is now ready for operation. Power the unit
by placing the Power Switch (K) in the ON position. Next
depress the Power Button (J or Q) and load the transport with a
favorite CD. Select desired track(s) and press the Play Button (D
or T). You are now ready to sit back, listen and enjoy.

BREAK-IN TIME

As with all audio electronic products, the ultimate sonic charac-
ter of the SFT-1 will not be realized until and unless the unit
receives a minimum of approximately 150 hours of signal
break-in time (i.e. the SFT-1 is on and outputting a signal).

T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G

If at any time the SFT-1 Transport fails to work properly, 
consult this checklist:

If the SFT-1 will not turn on:

1. Check that the Main Power Switch (K) is in the o n p o s i t i o n .

2. Check that the AC Detachable Power Cord is plugged into the 
SFT-1 Detachable Power Cord Socket (L) and is connected to a 

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source of AC power. For instance, if using a power bar, check that
the bar is turned o n.

If the SFT-1 is operating but does not play:

1. Be sure the rest of the system is functioning properly (i.e. DAC,
power amplifiers, cables and connections, etc.).

2. Check that the loading drawer is not jammed by an improperly
loaded CD.

3. Check to ensure the CD has not been put in the transport with the
label side down.

4. Be sure the CD is not damaged and is readable.

If the remote does not function, check to ensure that the two AAA 
batteries are fresh.

If  these checks fail to correct the operation of the SFT-1 Transport 
contact the nearest Sonic Frontiers dealer or Sonic Frontiers directly.

Summary of Contents for SFT-1

Page 1: ...O WN ER S M A NU A L T HE SO N IC F R ONT I ER S S FT 1 TR AN S PO RT ...

Page 2: ...stop the transmission of the digital datastream at the precise moment it is engaged and will hold that position until play is resumed by depressing the PAUSE E or U button again F Stop Button When depressed this button will stop all func tions taking the CD out of play mode and aligning the trans port to the first track or the first programmed track Depressing the STOP button when the CD is not in...

Page 3: ...his digital output must connect to an ST Optical input on the DAC N AES EBU XLR Output This digital output conforms to the AES EBU Audio Engineering Society European Broadcast Union standard If this output is chosen for use a 110 ohm balanced cable terminated with XLR plugs should be used for a connection to the DAC NOTE The XLR jack pin connectors for the SFT 1 are config ured as follows Pin 1 Gr...

Page 4: ... the track are shown in the DISPLAY WINDOW B Z Skip Reverse and Forward Buttons When depress ed these buttons will position the laser to read the start of the track either before skip reverse or after skip forward the original position of the laser The transport may be in the play pause or stop mode Play will continue forward from this chosen track AA Stop Button When depressed this button will st...

Page 5: ... IN TIME As with all audio electronic products the ultimate sonic charac ter of the SFT 1 will not be realized until and unless the unit receives a minimum of approximately 150 hours of signal break in time i e the SFT 1 is on and outputting a signal TROUBLESHOOTING If at any time the SFT 1 Transport fails to work properly consult this checklist If the SFT 1 will not turn on 1 Check that the Main ...

Page 6: ... limited non transferable warranty excludes the transport mechanism which we warrant for a period of twelve 12 months To receive this warranty the original purchaser must complete and mail to Sonic Frontiers within thirty 30 days from the date of purchase the enclosed Warranty Registration Card Sonic Frontiers Inc will then validate the warranty to the original pur chaser This warranty is subject ...

Page 7: ...16 bits linear Error Correction CIRC principle Number of channels 2 channels stereo Dimensions 17 Wide x 11 Deep x 3 5 High 43 cm x 28 cm x 9 cm Weight 17 lbs 7 7 kg unpacked Warranty 5 years parts and labor on the unit 1 year on transport mechanism This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient ma...

Page 8: ... the operation and care of the SFT 1 Be sure to read this manual carefully and follow these instructions in order to keep it looking operating and sounding its best 2790 Brighton Road Oakville Ontario Canada L6H 5T4 Telephone 905 829 3838 Facsimile 905 829 3033 Sonic Frontiers can be reached from 9 00 a m to 6 00 p m Eastern Standard Time E S T or 24 hours a day by facsimile ...

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