~g and Digital Products KRELL PLAYBACK SYSTEM KPS-30i Integrated OWNER’ Transport S REFERENCE & Processor
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 INTRODUCTION 4 UNPACKINGAND PLACEMENT 5 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF KPS-301 AC POWER GUIDELINES 6 KPS-30i FRONT AND REAR VIEW 7 KPS-30i BASIC OPERATION 8 COMPLETE TRANSPORT FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS 9 KPS-30i 10 KPS-30i 12 REMOTE CONTROL 14 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 16 KPS-30i 17 SPECIFICATIONS ~.
INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of the KRELL PLAYBACK SYSTEM-30i. Derived from the KRELL PLAYBACKSYSTEM20 series, the KPS-30i benefits from the same advanced digital reconstruction system; input and output flexibility, ergonomics, and stunning aesthetics. The KPS-30i represents an impressive addition to the formidable KRELL PLAYBACKSYSTEMfamily of components. The KPS-30i is a top-load design based on a high performance Philips transport mechanism.
All critical circuitry utilizes four layer glass epoxy circuit boards. With its 100 VA power supply and 11 independent stages of regulation, the power supply of the KPS-30i is a rock solid source of pure current and voltage for the digital and Class A analog output stages. The output stage is classic KRELL. All output circuits are DC coupled, Class A, and complementary. The output stage has 18 volt rails and fully differential balanced outputs on gold plated, beryllium copper XLRconnectors.
UNPACKING AND PLACEMENT 1. Once the box is opened and top layer will be visible: 1 1 1 1 1 of foam removed, the following KPS-30i KPS-30i Remote Control KPS-30i Custom CD clamp AC power cord Packet containing the Owner’s Reference Registration Card NOTE: If any of these items are not included, dealer immediately for assistance. 2. Carefully protective remove the unit and accessories plastic wrap from the unit. items and Warranty please contact from the your authorized box.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF KPS-30i OWNER’S REFERENCE The features, functions, and operation of the KPS-30i are divided into two sections: Basic Operation provides a quick installation procedure; Complete Transport Features and Functions provides details on all KPS-30i transport capabilities. As with all sophisticated products, a complete reading of this Owner’s Reference will provide a thorough understanding of the KPS-30i.
KPS-30i FRONT VIEW KPS30i 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Display window Transport Power On/Off button Function indicator for optional HDCDdecoding Sync indicator: Illuminates when a digital source has linked with the processor Infrared remote sensor Digital input select buttons and indicators for: internal CD transport, external Coax 1, external Coax 2, external EIAJ optical (Optics), external AES/EBUXLRbalanced, and Custom input for furore use 7.
KPS-30i BASIC OPERATION Below are instructions for quick installation of the KPS-30i. Please refer to the Typical System Setup illustration on page 16. Also, allow the unit to settle at room temperature before operation is started. Connect the KPS-30i 1. Plug the KPS-30i into a standard wall AC receptacle. output to the appropriate preamp input. Engage the power switch on the rear panel by pushing it up to the ON position. This powers the processor section in the KPS-30i. 2.
COMPLETE TRANSPORT FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS The KPS-30i has a wide variety of transport functions. Listed below are the functions which can be accessed from the front panel and/or the remote control. STOP: Stops the disc while playing. PLAY: Starts the disc playing from track 1 or from a keypad-selected track. Also, begins playback of a programmed track sequence. Pressing the Play button during a track will start that track again from the beginnir~g. I<: TRACKBACK/SEARCHBACK.
KPS-30i PROGRAMMING PROGRAM: (front panel only) Track programming gives you the ability to select which tracks you would like to hear and the order in which you would like to hear them. This method of programming is short term and will be cleared when you press the Stop button twice or the Clear button. Once’a program is written, basic functions like Pause, Repeat, Track forward, and Track Back work within the program. A maximum of thirty tracks can be stored in a program sequence.
KPS-30i INPUT AND OUTPUT DETAILS This is a description of the inputs and outputs of the KPS-30i. Please contact your KRELLdealer or the KRELLstaff for assistance ff there are any questions not covered in this Reference. Please refer to the KPS-30i Typical System Setup illustration on page 16. CAUTION: When making connections to this component or any other, make sure the power amplifier is OFF and the preamplifier is in the MUTEor STANDBY mode.
REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION The KPS-30i comes equipped with a remote contrgl from which processor and basic transport functions can be controlled. A brief description of the buttons and their functions is provided. An optional remote control is available that includes additional functions for KRELL preamplifiers and power amplifiers. BATTERY INSTALLATION NOTE: Batteries become intermittent.
000 000 O00- --Direct access keypad SCAN Brief introduction of track samples 0 REPEAT Repeat -- Stop -- PAUSE INPUT Pause Input select STOP PLAY Play SHUFFLE Track backward/Search backward -- Trackforward/Search ~forward Random track play 13
QUESTIONS AND Q. My CD transport should I use? A. ANSWERS has both EIAA fiber optic and coaxial outputs. Which one Given a choice, we prefer the coaxial connection. If available, we suggest the AES/EBU balanced format. This format utilizes a +’5v digital format and has the additional benefit of balanced termination. NOTE: For the KPS-30i, we recommend noncapacitive coaxial cable which has a bandwidth in excess of IOMHzand excellent shielding properties.
Q. Do you recommend the use of cones or other damp{ng feet on the KPS-30i? A. The KPS-30i doesn’t require additional isolation. However, you may experiment with after market feet, providing they do not conflict with KRELL’s warranty stipulations. Will the KPS-30i play CD singles? Yes, the KPS-30i can play CD singles with the use of an adapter adapter rings can be purchased at most quality audio stores. Q. I have an after market jitter A. CD reduction device. Should I use it with the KPS-30i? No.
KPS-30i TYPICAL SYSTEM SETUP LOUDSPEAKERS POWERAMPLIFIER Digital components can connect to different inputs than are shown PREAMPLIFIER ~ L OUTPUT KPS 30i SATELLITE RECEIVER DAT DECK CABLE DIGITAL RADIO RECEIVER(DMX) 16
SPECIFICATIONS TRANSPORT: Modified CDM-12sled LASER: Triple design beam with holographic with custom magnetic disc clamping system pick-up KPS-30i ANALOG OUTPUTS: Balanced via XLR connectors Single ended via RCAconnectors KPS-30i DIGITAL OUTPUTS: EIAJ optical, AES/EBUbalanced, and SPDIF coaxial KPS-30i DIGITAL INPUTS: EIA_J optical, AES/EBUbalanced, and two SPDIF coaxial REMOTE CONTROL: Wireless infrared DIMENSIONS: Unit 19" Wide 15.5" Deep 4.75" High WEIGHT: Shipping 34 Ibs. Unit only 26 lbs.
