Krell Industries Evolution 505 Owner's Reference Manual

Krell Industries Evolution 505 Owner's Reference Manual

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EVOLUTION
E V O L U T I O N
5 0 5
S A C D / C D
P L A Y E R
O W N E R ' S
R E F E R E N C E

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  • Page 1 EVOLUTION E V O L U T I O N 5 0 5 S A C D / C D P L A Y E R O W N E R ’ S R E F E R E N C E...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Do not place flammable material above or beneath the apparatus. 13. Before making connections to the Evolution 505, ensure that the power is off and other compo- nents are in mute or stand-by mode. Make sure all cable terminations are of the highest quality, free from frayed ends, short circuits, or cold solder joints.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SECTION THREE: Anatomy of the Evolution 505, page 13 Front Panel Description, Remote Control Description, Battery Installation and Removal, Back Panel Description SECTION FOUR: Connecting the Evolution 505 to Your System, page 22 Using Balanced Connections, Connection Steps SECTION FIVE: Evolution 505 Operation, page 24...
  • Page 4: List Of Tables And Illustrations

    List of Illustrations and Tables Figure 1, page 13 Evolution 505 Front Panel Figure 2, page 17 Evolution 505 Remote Control Figure 3, page 19 Evolution 505 Back Panel Table 1, page 22 Analog and Digital Connections...
  • Page 5: A Letter From Dan D'agostino

    For this reason, I have made every effort to include the best technology in the design of this new Krell product. At the heart of the Evolution 505 are separate, linear power supplies that insure perfect operating conditions for the drive mechanism and audio circuits. Discrete, Class A gain stages are balanced and are utilized from input to output.
  • Page 6 DCI drive with independent suspension for enhanced ergonomics and reliability. The Evolution 505 will read redbook, CDR, 44.1 WAV, AAC (adts, and adif), DVD- R, RW, +R, and RW discs. The 16 character, dot-matrix LED display is highly visi- ble and features an adjustable intensity.
  • Page 7: Revolutionary Krell Cast Technology

    Revolutionary Krell CAST Technology Current Audio Signal Transmission, termed CAST, is a revolutionary method of connecting analog audio components for unparalleled sonic performance. Innovative engineering combines the new Krell CAST circuitry with existing Krell Current Mode technology to create entire CAST systems that reproduce music with incredible range, tonality, and precision.
  • Page 8: Section One: Evolution 505 Features And Technology

    CAST cable made. Evolution CAST By employing radical current mirror circuitry, the Evolution 505 components ele- vate the CAST technology to another level. This advanced use of the technology increases the linearity, transient speed, and bandwidth of the Evolution compo- nents while reducing the distortion by an order of magnitude.
  • Page 9: Definition Of Terms

    Definition of Terms The following are definitions of key terms used in this owner’s reference: Inputs and Outputs Balanced A symmetrical input or output circuit that has equal impedance from both input terminals to a common ground reference point. The industry standard for profes- sional and sound recording installations, balanced connections have 6 dB more gain than single-ended connections and allow the use of long interconnect cables.
  • Page 10 (SECTION ONE: Evolution 505 Features and Technology continued) Technology Krell Current Mode A proprietary Krell circuit topology in which the audio gain stages of a component operate in the current rather than the voltage domain. This unique technology pro- vides the component with exceptional speed and a wide bandwidth.
  • Page 11: Unpacking And Placement

    If any of these items are not included in the shipping box, please contact your authorized Krell dealer, distributor, or Krell for assistance. Save all packing materials. If you ship your Evolution 505 in the future, repack the unit in its original packaging to prevent transit damage. See Return Authorization Procedure, on page 30, for more information.
  • Page 12: Section Two: Unpacking And Placement

    Place the Evolution 505 on a firm, level surface, away from excessive heat, humid- ity or moisture. The Evolution 505 requires at least two inches (5 cm) of clearance on each side, and at least two inches (5 cm) of clearance above the component to provide adequate ventilation.
  • Page 13: Figure 1

    THREE SECTION Anatomy of the Evolution 505 This section describes the Evolution 505 functions. Figure 1 Evolution 505 Front Panel Power 1 Power Button 2 Stand-by/Power LED Remote IR 3 Infrared Sensor Transport 4 Pause Functions 5 Stop 6 Play...
  • Page 14: Front Panel Description

    Descriptions of special operational features are outlined on page 24. Power 1 Power Button or Key Use this button or key to switch the Evolution 505 between the stand-by and operational modes. 2 Stand-by/Power LED This LED illuminates red (stand-by) when the Evolution 505 is plugged into a standard live AC wall receptacle and the rear panel power switch is turned on.
  • Page 15 10 Menu Button or Key Accesses three menu choices: track number, disc mode, and sample rate. 11 Enter Button or Key Press to view track number, disc mode, and sample rate. 12 Menu Navigation Buttons or Keys Press the up or down arrows to navigate the three menu choices. 13 Title Button or Key Selects the format: conventional CD ( multi-channel SACD (...
  • Page 16 (SECTION THREE: Anatomy of the Evolution 505 continued) Display 19 Front Panel Display Shows disc type and format, and the current status of the Evolution 505. See page 27 for more details. 20 Dim Button or Key This reduces the brightness of the front panel display.
  • Page 17: Figure 2

    Figure 2 Evolution 505 Remote Control 1 Power Button Power Transport 4 Pause Functions 5 Stop 6 Play 7 Open/Close 8 Track Skip 9 Search forward and back Menu 10 Menu Navigation 11 Enter Functions 12 Menu Navigation 13 Title...
  • Page 18: Battery Installation And Removal

    Remote Control Description See Figure 2 on the previous page The Evolution 505 remote control provides the same functions as the front panel. In addition, there are three keys that are unique to the remote control, and these are described below.
  • Page 19: Figure 3

    Figure 3 Evolution 505 Back Panel Analog 25 Balanced Outputs Outputs 26 Single-ended Outputs 28 CAST Outputs 29 Optical Digital Output Digital Outputs 30 Coaxial Digital Output 31 12 VDC (Trigger) In and Out 12 V Trigger 33 RC-5 Input...
  • Page 20: Back Panel Description

    SW = subwoofer connection. SL, SR = left and right surround channel connections. 28 CAST Outputs The Evolution 505 is equipped with two CAST outputs with 4-pin bayonet con- nectors, for use with Krell CAST-equipped preamplifiers. Digital Audio Outputs (CD format only) 29 Optical Digital Output One EIAJ fiber optical digital output with a TosLink connector.
  • Page 21 Tip = RC-5 data, Ring = +5 V, Sleeve = GND. 27 CAN Link These RJ-45 link connectors are connected in parallel. They are used to con- nect the Evolution 505 in link mode, to other CAN Link-enabled Krell prod- ucts. 32 RS-232 Communication Port This port allows you to send operational instructions to the Evolution 505 using an external computer control system.
  • Page 22: Table

    FOUR SECTION Connecting the Evolution 505 to Your System Using Balanced Connections Krell recommends using balanced interconnect cables. Balanced interconnect cables can not only minimize sonic loss, but are also immune to induced noise, especially with installations using long cables. Balanced connections have 6 dB more gain than single-ended connections.
  • Page 23: Connection Steps

    5. For two-channel and conventional compact disc playback only, connect the Evolution 505 balanced analog audio outputs or the left (L) and right (R) multi- channel outputs to the preamplifier balanced or single-ended analog audio inputs.
  • Page 24: How To Play A Disc

    Power On Press the back panel power switch (34) labeled “1”. When the Evolution 505 is ini- tialized and in the stand-by mode, the red stand-by LED (2) on the front panel illu- minates. Then press the power button (1) on the front panel or the power key on the remote control, to place the Evolution 505 in the operational mode.
  • Page 25 CD and SACD layers. Navigating a Data Disc The Evolution 505 is capable of reading MP3 audio files from data discs that you prepare on a personal computer. The front panel display indicates are at the beginning of the disc, nates an open folder.
  • Page 26: Section Five: Evolution 505 Operation

    Four filters make subtle changes to the high frequencies at ultrasonic levels, alter- ing the sonic presentation from your loudspeakers. Once a filter setting has been selected, it is held in memory even if the Evolution 505 is turned off and then returned to operational status.
  • Page 27: Using The Front Panel Display

    12 V trigger sends a signal from the 12 VDC Out that will switch other components, allowing whole systems or parts of systems to be easily coordinated. The 12 VDC input allows you to turn the Evolution 505 on or off, or to and from stand-by, from other components. Note When the component is in the operational mode, the 12 VDC Out provides 12 V of DC out- put.
  • Page 28: Warranty

    Warranty Krell products have a limited warranty. Amplifiers, preamplifiers, preamp/processors, and receivers carry a limited warranty of five years for parts and labor on circuitry. Loudspeakers carry a limited warranty of five years for parts and labor. CD and DVD players carry a limited warranty of five years for parts and labor on circuitry, and three years for parts and labor on mechanical parts.
  • Page 29 Krell is not responsible for any damage incurred in transit. Krell will file claims for damages as necessary for a product damaged in transit to the factory. You are responsible for filing claims for shipping damages during the return shipment. Krell does not supply replacement parts and/or products to the owner of the prod- uct.
  • Page 30: Return Authorization Procedure

    To contact the Krell Service Department E-MAIL WEBSITE http://www.krellonline.com Evolution 505 PRODUCT To return a product to Krell, please follow this procedure so that we may serve you better. Obtain a Return Authorization Number (R/A number) and shipping address from the Krell Service Department.
  • Page 31: Specifications

    Specifications Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz +0.0, -0.5 dB Signal to noise ratio “A” weighted 105 dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz, -82 dB Power Consumption 61 W Analog Audio outputs 1 pr. CAST via 4-pin bayonet connectors 1 pr.
  • Page 32 E V O L U T I O N 5 0 5 S A C D / C D P L A Y E R O W N E R ’ S R E F E R E N C E V 0 6 .

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