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Sparkler Audio model S515 "Ballade II" CD Transport

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Sparkler Audio model S515 "Ballade II" CD Transportmodel S515 "ballade" Digital beyond digital. So that it can be also utilized as a high end CD Transport has been provided 3 types of digital output, coaxial output (75 , S PDIF format), optical output (TOSLINK) and professional standard AES EBU (AE3, AES3 1992). To avoid interference between devices due to ground loops and leakage of high frequency noise, the coaxial output and AES EBU output use electrostatically shielded pulse transformers, and the

model S515 "ballade"

Digital beyond digital.

So that it can be also utilized as a high-end CD Transport has been provided 3 types of digital output, coaxial output (75 Ω, S/PDIF format), optical output (TOSLINK) and professional standard AES/EBU (AE3, AES3-1992). To avoid interference between devices due to ground loops and leakage of high-frequency noise, the coaxial output and AES/EBU output use electrostatically shielded pulse transformers, and the ground side is also completely isolated.

Features

Smart Size ― Easy to wiring from rear panel.

Complex mechanism also without the need for a top-loading, can be played by simply opening the top cover and placing the CD.

Easy to operate ― Simply close top cover.

Simply place a CD and close the top cover to automatically prepare it for playback, preventing you from forgetting to read the necessary disc information after changing CDs. The power section is also simple to operate, with only a power switch. The upper lid (top cover) also contributes to silent operation and dust prevention.

Optional Digital Interfaces ― To use internal D/A processor 

(for Sparkler Audio S515u).

From left to right, COAXIAL (S/PDIF, RCA/BNC 75 ohm), OPTICAL (TOSLINK), and USB (PC) external adapters (digital interfaces) are available. For more information, please refer to the S512 "perceive" page.

Remote Controller ― Easy to hold, easy to operate.

Every function can be controlled by the remote controller. It is easy to hold with one hand it makes it easy to operate the buttons with just the thumb. Since it operates with two AAA batteries and further saves power, it can be used for a longer period of time.

Specifications

CD Transport Common (S515t/S515u)

  • Power Supply: Worldwide, depend on market (IEC 3 pin AC inlet), AC110~120V, AC220~240V (factory assembled)
    Mechanism: Top loading mechanism
    Disc Format: CD-DA, CD-DA format CD-R/CD-RW, CD layer of SA-CD (HD layer of SA-CD, HD-CD format is not supported)
    Digital Output 1: coaxial (S/PDIF), isolated ground, 2.5 Vp-p / 75Ω
    Digital Output 2: optical (TOSLINK)
    Digital Output 3: AES/EBU (AE3, AES3-1992), isolated ground, XLR connector (male, 3p), 3.6Vp-p / 110Ω (balanced)
    Operations: by remote controller
    Playbacks: stop, play/pause, previous/next, fast reverse/forward playback (x10), timecode (elapsed/remain, track/disc), repeat (track/disc)
    Other Operations: open/close top lid to load TOC, turn off/on LCD backlight
    Main Unit: Size W264 × H62 × D172 mm - B5 notebook size, Weight 2.3 kg (without power cable)
    Materials: Stainless steel, hairline finished.
    Accessories: power cable for IEC 3 pin AC inlet, disc clamp, remote controller, userʹs manual

 

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