Specifications

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Using the Clocklink Connection
The Wadia 971 CD Transport is the second Wadia CD Transport to use ClockLink – a proprietary system for
reducing jitter in CD playback systems. Used in conjunction with a Wadia Decoding Computer equipped with
ClockLink, the Wadia 971’s ClockLink provides a level of sonic performance never before available.
If your Decoding Computer does not have a ClockLink output, contact your Wadia dealer for information on a
ClockLink upgrade.
What is Clocklink?
ClockLink is a technique to reduce jitter, or clock timing error, in CD playback systems. In most CD playback systems,
the master clock is located as part of the CD transport. As the clock signal is transmitted to the DAC, jitter, or
timing errors, infects the clock signal. When the clock signal reaches the DAC chips, this noise in the clock signal
affects the time interval between successive samples. This causes audible and measurable distortion.
In a ClockLink system, the master clock is located in close proximity to the actual DAC chips. Therefore there is no
opportunity for jitter to degrade the clock signal. The result is a reduction in jitter and a substantial improvement
in sonic performance.
Connecting the Clocklink Cable
ClockLink uses two cables connected between the Transport and the Decoding Computer. One goes from the digital
output of the Wadia 971 CD Transport to the digital input of your Decoding Computer. The second is connected
from the ClockLink output on the Decoding Computer to the ClockLink input on the Wadia 971 CD Transport.
The Wadia 971 CD Transport has several functions that can be configured to match your system. You can
change the configurations by using the remote control.
The factory configurations settings will work in all systems. You can begin listening to your Wadia 971
CD Transport without adjusting the configuration settings, then adjust them for maximum performance
at a convenient time.
ClockLink Cable
Data Cable
Decoding Computer 971 CD Transport