Aiwa CX-NA50 Owner’s Manual
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DO NOT OPEN
"CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL."
PRECAUTIONS
Read the Operating Instructionscarefullyand completely before
operating the unit. Be sure to keep the Operating Instructions
for future reference. All warnings and cautions inthe Operating
Instructions and on the unit shouldbe strictly followed, as well
as the safety suggestionsbelow.
Installation
1 Water and moisture -- Do not usethis unitnear water, such
as near a bathtub, washbowl,swimming pool, or the like.
2 Heat -- Do not use this unit near sources of heat, including
heatingvents, stoves, or otherappliances thatgenerate heat.
It also should not be placed in temperatures less than 5°C
(41°F) or greater than 35°C (95°F).
3 Mounting surface -- Place the unit on a flat, even surface.
4 Ventilation -- The unit should be situated with adequate
space around it so that proper heat ventilation is assured.
Allow f0 cm (4 in.) ctearanca from the rear and the top ofthe
unit,and 5 cm (2 in.) fromeach side.
- Do not place the unit on a bed, rug, or similar surface that
may blockthe ventilation openings.
- Do not installthe unit ina bookcase, cabinet, or airtightrack
where ventilation may be impeded.
5 Objects and liquid entry -- Takecare thatobjects or liquids
do not get inside the unit through the ventilation openings.
6 Carts and stands -- When
placed or mounted on a stand
or cart, the unit should be moved
with care.
Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause
the unit or cart to overturn or fall.
7 Condensation -- Moisture may form on the CD pickup lens
when:
- The unit is moved from a cold spot to a warm spot
- The heating system has just been turned on
- The unit is used in a very humid room
- The unit is cooled by an air conditioner
When this unit has condensation inside, it may not function
normally. Should this occur, leave the unit for a few hours,
then try to operate again.
8 Wall or ceiling mounting-- The unit should not be mounted
on a wall or ceiling, unless specified in the Operating
Instructions.
Owner's record
For your convenience, record the model number and serial
number (you will find them on the retarof your set) in the space
providedbelow.Please refer tothemwhenyou contact yourAiwa
dealer in case ofdifficulty.
Model No.
CX-NA50
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SX-NA54
Serial No. (Lot No.)
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Electric Power
1 Power sources -- Connect this unit only to power sources
specified inthe Operating Instructions,andas marked onthe
unit.
2 Polarization -- Asa safety feature, some unitsare equipped
with polarized AC power plugs which can only be inserted
one way into a power outlet. If it is difficult or impossibleto
insertthe AC powerpluginto an outlet,turn the plugover and
try again. If it still does noteasily insert intothe outlet, please
call a qualified service technician to service or replace the
outlet. To avoid defeating the safety feature of the polarized
plug, do not force itinto a power outlet.
3 AC power cord
- When disconnecting the AC power cord, pull it out by the
AC power plug. Do not pullthe cord itself.
- Never handle the AC power plug with wet hands, as this
could resultin fire or shock.
- Power cordsshouldbe firmlysecuredtoavoid beingseverely
bent, pinched, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to
the cord from the unitto the power socket.
- Avoid overloading AC power plugs and extension cords
4 Extensioncord-- To help prevent electric shock, do not
use a polarized AC power plug with an extension cord,
receptacle, or other outlet unless the polarized plug can be
completely inserted to prevent exposure of the blades of the
plug.
5 When not in use -- Unplugthe AC power cord from the AC
power plug if the unitwill not be used for several monthsor
more. When the cord isplugged in, a smallamount ofcurrent
continues to flow to the unit, even when the power isturned
off.
TABLEOFCONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS ................................................................... 1
PREPARATIONS
CONNECTIONS ................................................................. 3
REMOTE CONTROL ........................................................... 5
BEFORE OPERATION ........................................................ 5
Outdoor Antenna
Power lines -- When connectingan outdoorantenna, make
sure it is located away from power lines.
2 Outdoor antenna grounding-- Be sure the antenna system
isproperlygroundedto provide protectionagainstunexpected
voltage surges or staticelectricitybuild-up. Article 810 of the
NationalElectricalCode,ANSI/NFPA 70, providesinformation
on proper grounding of the mast, supporting structure, and
the lead-in wire to the antenna discharge unit, as well as the
size ofthe groundingunit,connectionto grounding terminals,
and requirements fopgroundingterminals themselves.
Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code
GROUND CLAMP_ ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
GROUNOING CONOUCTORS
f _EC SECII(_1810-2_)
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ELECTRODE SYSTEM
NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating
Instructions.
(NEC ART 250 PART H)
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Have the units serviced by a qualifiedservice technician if:
The AC power cord or plug has been damaged
Foreign objects or liquidhave gotten inside the unit
The unit has been exposed to rain or water
The unitdoes notseem to operate normally
The unitexhibits a marked change in pe_ormance
The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE UNIT YOURSELF.
SOUND
AUDIO ADJUSTMENTS .................................................... 6
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER ...................................................... 6
RADIO RECEPTION
MANUAL TUNING ............................................................... 7
PRESE'I-rlNG STATIONS ................................................... 7
CD PLAYING
BASIC OPERATIONS ........................................................ 9
PROGRAMMED PLAY ..................................................... 10
TAPE PLAYBACK
BASIC OPERATIONS ....................................................... 11
CONTINUOUS PLAY ....................................................... 12
RECORDING
BASIC RECORDING ........................................................ 13
DUBBING A TAPE MANUALLY ...................................... 14
DUBBING THE WHOLE TAPE ........................................ 14
AI EDIT RECORDING ...................................................... 15
PROGRAMMED EDIT RECORDING ............................... 16
KARAOKE
MICROPHONE MIXING ................................................... 17
KARAOKE PROGRAM .................................................... 18
CLOCK AND TIMER
SETTING THE CLOCK .................................................... 19
SETTING THE TIMER ...................................................... 19
SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER ......................................... 20
OTHER CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ....................... 21
LISTENING TO EXTERNAL SOURCES ...._.................... 21
GENERAL
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................... 22
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ......................................... 22
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 23
PARTS INDEX ................................................... Back cover
CONNECTIONS
Check your system and accessories
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Before connecting the AC cord
The rated voltage of your unit shown on the rear panel is
120 V AC. Check that the rated voltage matches your local
voltage.
iMPORTANT
Connectthespeakers, antennas, and alloptionalequipmentfirst.
Then connectthe AC cord in the end.
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[.SX-ASO]
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(!) CX-NA50 Compact disc stereo cassette receiver
(_ SX-NA54 Front speakers
(_ *SX-R210 Surround speakers (For NSX-A54 only)
[Common]
Remote control
Operating Instructions,etc.
* Optiona/SX-R210Surroundspeakersareavai//ab/ewiththeNSX-A50.
AM antenna FM antenna
1 Connect the right and left speakers to the main
unit,
ConnecttherightspeakercordtotheSPEAKERSRterminals,
andleftto theSPEAKERSLterminals.
The speaker cord withthe white stripe should be connected
to the 0 terminal and the black cord to the • terminal.
12
FM antenna
Left speaker
I Right speaker
2
Surround
speaker
Surround speake_
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AC cord
2 Connect the surround speakers to the main unit.
(only for NSX-A54)
There are no differences between the surround speakers,
Connect each surround speaker cord to the SURROUND
SPEAKERS R or L terminal,
POSITIONING THE SPEAKERS (NSX-A54
only)
Positionthespeakers to make the mostofthe SURROUND effect.
Standard positioning
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3 Connect the supplied antennas.
Connect the FM antenna to the FM 75 _ terminals and the
AM antenna to the AM LOOP terminals.
AM LOOP antenna
FM antenna
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Front speaker (Right)
Front speaker (Left)
Surround speakers
Place the surround speakers behind the listeningarea.
To mount the surround speakers on the wall
Mount each speaker on a soot thatcan hold its weiaht.
4 Connect the AC cord to an AC outlet.
To position the antennas
FM feeder antenna:
Extend this antenna horizontallyin a T-shape and fix its ends to
the wall,
AM loop antenna:
Positionfor the best reception.
To stand the AM antenna on a surface
Fix the claw to the slot.
• Be sure to connect the speaker cords correctly. Improper
connections can cause short circuits in the SPEAKERS
terminals.
• Do not leave objects generating magnetism near the speakers
as these object may be damaged.
• Do not bring the FM antenna near metal objects orcurtain rails.
Sound is not heard from the surround speakers when the
SURROUND is set to off.
CONNECTING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA
For better FM reception, use of an outdoor antenna is
recommended.
Connect the outdoor antenna to the FM 75 _ terminals.
75 b
To connect other optional equipment _ page 21. ]
REMOTECONTROL BEFOREOPERATION
Inserting batteries
Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control and
inserttwo R6 (size AA) batteries.
POWER --
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R6(AA)
When to replace the batteries
The maximum operational distance between the remote control
and the sensor on the main unit should be approximately5meters
(16 feet). When this distance decreases, replace the batteries
with new ones.
To use the SHIFT button on the remote control
Buttons O have two different functions.One of these functions
is indicated onthe button, and the other on the plate above the
button.
To use the function on the button, simply press the button.
To use the function on the plate above the button, press the
button while pressing the SHIFT button.
To use the FUNCTION button on the remote control
The FUNCTION button substitutesfor the function buttons (TAPE/
DECK 1/2, TUNER, VIDEO/AUX, MD, CD) on the main unit.
Each time the FUNCTION button is pressed, the next function is
selected cyclically.When tapes are inserted in both decks, both
decks are selected with the FUNCTION button.
The <ll_/ll_ PRESET button on the remote control
The function is same as that of the <11_DIRECTION/PRESET
button on the main unit.
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VOLUME
Turn the VOLUME control on the main unit, or press the
VOLUME buttons on the remote control.
The volume level is displayed as a number from 0 to MAX (31).
The volume level is automatically set to 16 when the power is
turned off with the volume level set to 17 or more.
BBE SYSTEM
The BBE system enhances the clarity of high-frequency sound.
It also enriches the Karaoke function to make your voice sound
clear and pleasant.
Press the BBE button.
Each time it is pressed, the level changes. Select one of the
three levels, or the off position to suit your preference.
BSE
SUPER T-BASS SYSTEM
The T-BASS system enhances the realism of low-frequency
sound.
Press the T-BASS button.
Each time it is pressed, the level changes. Select one of the
three levels, or the off positionto suit your preference.
T-BASS
This unit provides thefollowing threedifferent equalization curves.
ROCK: Powerful sound emphasizing treble and bass
POP: More presence in the vocals and midrange
CLASSIC: Enriched sound with heavy bass and fine treble
Press one of the GEQ buttons.
ROCK/ POP/ CLASSIC
To cancel the selected mode
Press the selected button again. "GEQ OFF" is displayed,
To select with the remote control
Press the GEQ button repeatedly while pressing the SHIFT
button.The GEQ mode is displayed cyclically as follows.
_" ROCK "-'_ POP-_," CLASSIC-._- GEQ OFF
(cancel) J
To select with the remote control
press the T-BASS button while pressing the SHIFT button.
Low frequency sound may be distorted when the T-BASS system
isused for a disc ortape in which low frequency sound is originally
emphasized. In this case, cancel the T-BASS system.
Using the headphones
Connect headphones to the PHONES jack with a stereo standard
plug (e6.3 mm, V4inch).
No soundis output from the speakers while the headphones are
plugged in.
Sound adjustment during recording
The output volume and tone (except BBE) of the speakers or
headphones may be freely varied without affecting the level of
the recording,
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MANUALTUNING PRESETTINGSTATIONS
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1 Press the TUNER/BAND button repeatedly to
select the desired band.
I_FM _ AM
When the TUNER/BAND button is pressed while the power
is off, the power is turned on directly.
To select a band with the remote control
Press the BAND button while pressing the SHIFT button.
2 Press the _ DOWN or I_N UP button to select
a station.
Each time the button is pressed, the frequency changes.
When a stationisreceived,=TUNE"isdisplayedfor 2seconds.
During FM stereo reception, (l(_)| is displayed.
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The unit can store a total of 32 preset stations. (Each band has
a maximum of 20 available preset stations.) When a station is
stored, apreset number is assigned to the station. Usethe preset
number to tune in to a preset station directly.
1 Press the TUNER/BAND button to select a band,
and press the _ DOWN or _ UP button to
select a station,
2 Press the II SET button to store the station.
A station is assigned a preset number, beginning from I in
consecutive order for each band.
Frequency
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