Features CDX2
Suspended transport with low-mass magnetic clamping
mechanism to resist resonance
Anti-vibration resonance-controlled feet plus cast and
extruded anti-magnetic chassis to further counter vibration
Fully double-regulated power supply with 20 low-noise,
regulated voltages on the main circuit board, plus separate
supplies on the servo control and display boards
User-selectable DIN and RCA analogue outputs, plus digital output (only functions when analogue outputs are disabled)
Technology & Craft
Integrity and stability of the signals read by the laser were prime design considerations for the CDX2’s development.
A suspended transport and low mass magnetic clamping system ensure that the disc spins accurately and silently, unhindered by mechanical resonance.
The mass of the custom-made glass reinforced front-loading drawer mechanism has been carefully calculated to optimise rigidity and isolation.
Additionally, the internal shielding has been improved bringing about further upgraded performance and lower noise.
Paths between critical components are as short as possible to preserve delicate signals and each stage of the circuitry is powered by a separate regulated supply.
The CDX2 has a fully double-regulated power supply with 20 low-noise, regulated power supplies on the main circuit board, plus a separate supply on the servo control board and another on the display board.
The CDX2 is easily upgradable via the XPS or the 555PS ultra low noise power supplies to provide a substantial improvement in sound quality.
All main control functions are handled by a microprocessor running Naim Audio-written software.
Every aspect of the servo controller/decoder functionality is under software control
Naim Audio-written codes allow maximised performance in all areas.
For example, the transport parameters are optimised for each disc as it is loaded.
Specification CDX2
Audio Outputs
| Analogue | DIN, RCA
|
| Line Outputs Fixed (level) | 2.1V RMS at 1kHz
|
| Output Impedance | 10Ω (max.)
|
| Load Impedance | 10kΩ (min.)
|
| Frequency Response | 10Hz – 20kHz, +0.1/-0.5dB |
|
THD + N |
<0.1%, 10Hz -18kHz at full level |
|
De-emphasis |
±0.1dB referred to main response |
|
Digital Outputs (type) |
S/PDIF, 75Ω BNC |
Connectivity
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Remote Control |
Infra Red (RC5) |
| Remote Input | 1 x rear panel 3.5mm jack (RC5 modulated/unmodulated) |
|
RS232 |
Optional (DE9 female) |
Formats
|
CD Formats |
Red Book |
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Disc Compatability |
CD, CD-R |
User Control
|
Front Panel |
Four button matrix |
|
Handheld |
Remote handset |
Power
|
Power Supply Options |
XPS, 555 PS |
Upgrades
|
Power Supply |
XPS, 555 PS |
| Other | DAC |
Physical
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Dimensions (HxWxD) |
87 x 432 x 314 mm |
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Weight |
10.8 kg |
