Aiwa LCX-357 User Manual

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LCX-357

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

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ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250 PART H)

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMP

Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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.”

Explanation of Graphical Symbols:

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

PRECAUTIONS

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.

Electric Power

1 Power sources – Connect this unit only to power sources

specified in the Operating Instructions, and as marked on the unit.

2 Polarization – As a safety feature, some units are equipped

with polarized AC power plugs which can only be inserted one way into a power outlet. If it is difficult or impossible to insert the AC power plug into an outlet, turn the plug over and try again. If it still does not easily insert into the 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 it into a power outlet.

3 AC power cord

- When disconnecting the AC power cord, pull it out by the AC power plug. Do not pull the cord itself.

- Never handle the AC power plug with wet hands, as this could result in fire or shock.

- Power cords should be routed to avoid being severely bent, pinched, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to the cord from the unit to the power socket.

- Avoid overloading AC outlets and extension cords beyond their capacity, as this could result in fire or shock.

4 Extension cord – 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 – Unplug the AC power cord from the AC

outlet if the unit will not be used for several months or more. When the cord is plugged in, a small amount of current continues to flow to the unit, even when the power is turned off.

Read the Operating Instructions carefully and completely before operating the unit. Be sure to keep the Operating Instructions for future reference. All warnings and cautions in the Operating Instructions and on the unit should be strictly followed, as well as the safety suggestions below.

Installation

1 Water and moisture – Do not use this unit near water, such as

near a bathtub, washbowl, swimming pool, or the like.

2 Heat – Do not use this unit near sources of heat, including

heating vents, stoves, or other appliances that generate 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 10 cm (4 in.) clearance from the rear and the top of the unit, and 5 cm (2 in.) from each side.

- Do not place the unit on a bed, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings.

- Do not install the unit in a bookcase, cabinet, or airtight rack where ventilation may be impeded.

5 Objects and liquid entry – Take care that objects 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.

Outdoor Antenna

1 Power lines – When connecting an outdoor antenna, make

sure it is located away from power lines.

2 Outdoor antenna grounding – Be sure the antenna system is

properly grounded to provide protection against unexpected voltage surges or static electricity build-up. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information on proper grounding of the mast, supporting structure, and the lead-in wire to the antenna discharge unit, as well as the size of the grounding unit, connection to grounding terminals, and requirements for grounding terminals.

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Maintenance

Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating Instructions.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Damage Requiring Service

Have the units serviced by a qualified service technician if:

- The AC power cord or plug has been damaged

- Foreign objects or liquid have gotten inside the unit

- The unit has been exposed to rain or water

- The unit does not seem to operate normally

- The unit exhibits a marked change in performance

- The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE UNIT YOURSELF.

Owner’s record

For your convenience, record the model number and serial number (you will find them on the rear of your set) in the space provided below. Please refer to them when you contact your Aiwa dealer in case of difficulty.

Model No. Serial No. (Lot No.)

LCX-357U

Check your accessories

Remote control

Operating Instructions, etc.

AM loop antenna

FM antenna

PRECAUTIONS...................................................................2

PREPARATIONS

CONNECTIONS ................................................................. 4

BEFORE OPERATION........................................................6

SETTING THE CLOCK........................................................6

SOUND

ADJUSTING THE SOUND ..................................................7

RADIO RECEPTION

MANUAL TUNING ...............................................................8

PRESETTING STATIONS ...................................................9

CD PLAYING

OPERATION..................................................................... 10

TAPE PLAYBACK

OPERATION..................................................................... 12

RECORDING

BASIC RECORDING........................................................ 13

AI EDIT RECORDING ...................................................... 14

PROGRAMMED EDIT RECORDING............................... 15

TIMER

TIMER PLAYBACK AND TIMER RECORDING.............. 16

SLEEP TIMER .................................................................. 17

OTHER CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ....................... 18

LISTENING TO EXTERNAL SOURCES ......................... 18

GENERAL

CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................... 19

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................... 19

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 20

PARTS INDEX .................................................................. 21

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PREPARATIONS

CONNECTIONS

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

• Connect the speakers, antennas, and all optional equipment first. Finally, connect the AC cord.

• There are no differences between the front speakers. Both speakers can be connected as L (Left) or R (Right).

Connect the speaker cords to the main unit.

The cords with the white stripes should be connected to the 0 terminals and the other cords to the 9 terminals.

Connect the supplied antennas.

Connect the FM antenna to the FM 75 Ω terminals and the AM loop antenna to the AM LOOP terminals.

FM antenna

AM loop antenna

Connect the AC cord to an AC outlet.

The clock will flash on the display when the A C cord is plugged into an AC outlet for the first time after purchase. For setting the clock, see page 6.

AM loop antenna

FM antenna

Right speaker Left speaker

Speaker cord

AC cord

to an AC outlet

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To position the antennas FM feeder antenna:

Extend this antenna horizontally in a T-shape and fix its ends to the wall.

AM loop antenna:

Position for the best reception.

To stand the AM loop antenna on a surface

Fix the claw to the slot.

REMOTE CONTROL

Inserting batteries

Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control and insert two size AA (R6) batteries.

PREPARATIONS

R6(AA)

When to replace the batteries

The maximum operational distance between the remote control and the sensor on the main unit should be approximately 5 meters (16 feet). When this distance decreases, replace the batteries with new ones.

NOTE

• Do not short-circuit the 0 and 9 speaker cord leads, otherwise the sound may become inaudible or the unit ma y be turned off. If this happens, disconnect the AC cord from the A C outlet and re-connect the speaker cord correctly. Then connect the AC cord and turn the unit on again.

• Do not connect any speakers to the unit other than the supplied ones.

• Do not leave objects gener ating magnetism near the speakers, as these objects may be damaged.

• Do not bring the FM antenna near metal objects or curtain rails.

• Do not bring the AM loop antenna near other optional

equipment, the stereo system itself, the AC cord or speaker cords, since noise will be picked up.

• Do not unwind the AM loop antenna wire.

Using the FUNCTION button

The FUNCTION b utton substitutes for the function buttons (TAPE/ REV MODE, TUNER/BAND, CD, AUX) on the main unit. Each time FUNCTION is pressed, the next function is selected cyclically.

NOTE

• c on the remote control has the same function as d on the main unit.

• If the unit is not going to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to prevent possible electrolyte leakage.

• The remote control may not operate correctly when: –The line of sight between the remote control and the remote

sensor is exposed to intense light, such as direct sunlight

–Other remote controls are used nearby (television, etc.)

CONNECTING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA

For better FM reception, use of an outdoor antenna is recommended. Connect the outdoor antenna to FM 75 Ω terminals.

To connect other optional equipment ➞ page 18.

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BEFORE OPERATION

TAPE/

REV MODE,

TUNER/BAND,

CD, AUX

POWER

PHONES

To turn the unit on

Press one of the following buttons.

POWER on the main unit or on the remote control. TUNER/BAND:

The unit is turned on and tuned in to the previously received radio station.

TAPE/REV MODE:

The unit is turned on and the inserted tape begins to play.

CD:

The unit is turned on and the inserted CD begins to play. Pressing AUX also turns the unit on.

POWER

SETTING THE CLOCK

1,3,5

POWER

DISPLAY

2,4

When the AC cord is connected to an AC outlet f or the first time , the clock flashes on the display.

Set the clock as follows while the power is off.

Press a.

The hour flashes.

Press f or g to designate the hour.

POWER

s f,g

To turn the unit off

Press POWER.

Using headphones

Connect the headphones with a stereo mini plug (ø3.5 mm) to PHONES. No sound is heard from the speakers while the headphones are plugged in.

Press a.

The hour stops flashing and the minute starts flashing.

Press f or g to designate the minute.

Press a to set the minute and complete setting.

The minute stops flashing and the clock starts from 00 seconds.

To correct the current time

Press POWER to turn the unit off. Press a so that the clock flashes, and carry out steps 1 to 5 above.

To display the current time

Press DISPLAY on the remote control once. The clock is displayed for 4 seconds.

To switch to the 24-hour standard

Press DISPLAY on the remote control once to display the clock, and then press s within 4 seconds. To restore the 12-hour standard, repeat the same procedure. In the 12-hour standard, “AM 12:00” indicates midnight and “PM 12:00” indicates noon.

If the clock flashes while the power is off

This is caused by a power interruption. The current time needs to be reset. If power is interrupted for more than approximately 12 hours , all settings stored in memory after purchase need to be reset.

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SOUND

ADJUSTING THE SOUND

ROCK/POP/

JAZZ

VOLUME

UP/DOWN

ADJUSTING THE VOLUME

Press VOLUME UP/DOWN on the main unit, or VOL k/i on the remote control. The volume level is shown on the display for 4 seconds. It can be set from 0 to 30, followed by MAX (maximum). The volume remains memorized even after the power is turned off. However, when the power is turned off while the volume level is set to 21 or more, the v olume le vel is automatically set to

20.

EQ VOLk/i

GRAPHIC EQUALIZER

This unit provides the following three diff erent equalization curves:

ROCK: Powerful sound emphasizing treble and bass POP: More presence in the vocals and midrange JAZZ: Accented lower frequencies for jazz-type music

Press one of the three buttons; ROCK, POP or JAZZ to select the desired equalization curve. Example: when POP is selected

To cancel equalization

Press ROCK, POP or JAZZ which was previously pressed to select the equalization curve. “EQ OFF” is displayed.

To select with the remote control

Press EQ repeatedly.

PREPARATIONS

SOUND

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RADIO

RECEPTION

MANUAL TUNING

POWER

MODE BAND

When an FM stereo broadcast contains noise

Press MODE on the remote control so that “MONO” lights up on the display. Noise is reduced, although reception is monaural.

MONO

To restore stereo reception, press MODE again.

f,g

Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to select the desired band.

AMFM

If TUNER/BAND is pressed while the power is turned off, the previously tuned station will be play ed (Direct Play Function). When using the remote control, press BAND repeatedly while the power is on.

Press f or g to select a station.

Each time the button is pressed, the frequency changes. When a station is received, “TUNE” is displayed. During FM stereo reception, “STEREO” is displayed.

STEREO

To search for a station quickly (Auto Search)

Keep f or g pressed until the tuner starts searching for a station. After tuning in a station, the search stops. To stop the Auto Search manually, press f or g.

• The Auto Search ma y not stop at stations with very weak signals.

To change the AM tuning interval

The default setting of the AM tuning interval is 10 kHz/step. If you use this unit in an area where the frequency allocation system is 9 kHz/step, change the tuning interval. Press POWER while pressing TUNER/BAND while the power is on. To reset the interval, repeat this procedure.

NOTE

When the AM tuning interval is changed, all preset stations are cleared. The preset stations have to be set again.

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PRESETTING STATIONS

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The unit can store a total of 32 preset stations. When a station is stored, a preset number is assigned to the station. Use the preset number to tune in a preset station directly.

Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to select a band.

Or press BAND on the remote control repeatedly.

Press f or g to select a station.

Press a to store the station.

A station is assigned a preset number, beginning from 1 in consecutive order for each band.

0-9,+10

BAND

f,g

PRESET NUMBER TUNING

Press TUNER/BAND to select a band.

Or press BAND on the remote control.

Press d.

Each time the button is pressed, the next ascending preset number is selected.

Tuning by preset number

1 Press TUNER/BAND to select a band. 2 Press the numbered buttons on the remote control to select a

preset number. Example: To select preset number 10, press +10 and 0. To select preset number 15, press +10 and 5.

To clear a preset station

Select the preset number of the station to be cleared. Then, on the main unit, press s and press a within 4 seconds. The preset numbers of all other stations in the band with higher numbers are also decreased by one.

RADIO

RECEPTION

Preset number

Frequency

Repeat steps 1 to 3.

The next station will not be stored if a total of 32 preset stations have already been stored.

NOTE

Each band can only store a maximum of 16 preset stations.

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CD PLAYING

OPERATION

OPEN

f,g

LOADING A DISC

Press CD, then press the OPEN position to open the disc compartment. Load a disc with the label side up and close the disc compartment.

Total number of tracks

Music calender (only the first 16 tracks are displayed)

0-9,+10 REPEAT

MODE

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f,g

OPEN

To stop play, press s. To pause play, press a. To resume play, press again. T o search f or a particular point during play , k eep f or g

pressed and release the button at the desired point.

T o skip to the beginning of a track during play , press f or g repeatedly .

To remove the disc, press the OPEN position.

To start play when the power is off (Direct Play Function)

Press CD. The power is turned on and play of the loaded disc begins. T o replace the disc bef ore play, press the OPEN position to open the disc compartment.

Selecting a track with the remote control

Press the numbered buttons and the +10 button to select a trac k. Example: To select the 25th track, press +10, +10 and 5. To select the 10th track, press +10 and 0. The selected track starts to play and play continues to the end of the disc.

NOTE

• The unit may not play a CD-R/RW disc that is recorded on personal computers or some kinds of CD-R/RW recorders because of differences in recording platforms.

• Do not attach any seal or label to either side (the recordable side or the labeled side) of a CD-R/RW disc. It may cause malfunction.

• Do not use irregular shape CDs (example: heart-shaped, octagonal ones). It may result in malfunction.

• Do not load more than one compact disc in the disc compartment.

• Do not try to open the disc compartment during play.

• Do not touch the CD pickup lens. If it is soiled, a CD may not be played normally.

• When a CD-RW disc is loaded, it tak es about 15 seconds before it can be played back.

• Do not load an unrecorded CD-R/RW disc.

It will take over 30 seconds to read the disc. The disc may be damaged if you try to open the disc compartment while reading the disc.

Total playing time

PLAYING A DISC

Load a disc.

Press d.

Play begins with the first track.

Number of track being played

Elapsed playing time

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RANDOM PLAY

All the tracks on the disc can be played randomly. In stop mode, press MODE on the remote control once to display “RAN.” Press d to start play. To cancel random play, press MODE repeatedly in stop mode until “RAN” disappears and the normal display reappears.

NOTE

• Even if f is pressed, a previously played track cannot be skipped. The unit returns to the beginning of the current track only.

• Direct selection of the tracks with the numbered b uttons cancels the random play mode.

• During random play , “REPEAT 1” play cannot be performed.

REPEAT PLAY

One or all the tracks can be played repeatedly.

Press REPEAT on the remote control to display “REPEAT 1” or “REPEAT ALL.”

To repeat the current track only, select “REPEAT 1.” To repeat all the tracks, select “REPEAT ALL.”

To cancel repeat play, press REPEAT to turn off “REPEAT.”

Press the numbered buttons to program a trac k.

Example: To select the 12th track, press +10 and 2. To select the 20th track, press +10, +10 and 0.

Program number

CD PLAYING

NOTE

• The random play can be perf ormed during “REPEA T ALL” mode.

• If the random play mode is activated during “REPEAT 1” play mode, the “REPEAT 1” play mode will be canceled and “REPEAT ALL” play mode is selected instead.

• To repeat only selected tracks, select the “REPEAT ALL” play mode and program the desired tracks (see below). You can program the desired tracks first before selecting the “REPEAT ALL” play mode.

PROGRAMMED PLAY

Up to 30 tracks can be programmed from the loaded disc. Use the remote control.

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Press MODE repeatedly so that “M” flashes on the display.

Selected track number

Total playing time of the selected tracks

Total number of selectd tracks

Repeat step 2 to program other tracks.

Press c to start play.

To check the program

Each time g is pressed in stop mode, a track number and program number will be displayed.

To clear the program

Press s in stop mode.

To add tracks to the program

Before playing, repeat step 2. The trac k will be programmed after the last track.

To change the programmed tracks

Clear the program and repeat all the steps again.

NOTE

• During programmed play, the following operations cannot be performed: –Random play –One-track repeat (REPEAT 1) –Direct selection of the tracks with the numbered buttons

• If the programmed time is more than 99:59 min utes, or the disc track number 31 and abov e is programmed, the display shows “--:--” as the total playing time.

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TAPE

PLAYBACK

OPERATION

TAPE/

REV MODE

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zPUSH

EJECT

INSERTING T APE

• You can select a reverse mode to play bac k one or both sides.

• Use only type I (normal) tapes.

Press TAPE/REV MODE and press the z PUSH EJECT position to open the cassette holder.

Insert a tape with the exposed side down. Push the cassette holder to close.

l a

s f,g

PLAYING BACK A TAPE

Insert a tape. Then press d to start play.

The tape counter indicates the tape running length.

Playback side of the tape

c : The front side is being played (forward). x: The back side is being played (reverse).

To stop play, press s. To pause play, press a. To resume play, press again. To change the playback side, press d in play mode. To fast forward or rewind, press f or g in stop mode.

Then press s to stop the tape.

To start play when the power is off (Direct Play Function)

Press TAPE/REV MODE. The power is turned on and play of the inserted tape begins.

To set the tape counter to 0000

Press s in stop mode. The counter is also set to 0000 when the cassette holder is opened.

To select a reverse mode

Each time TAPE/REV MODE is pressed, the reverse mode changes.

p( ) [( ) ]( )

To play one side only, select p. To play from front side to back side once only, select [. To play both sides repeatedly, select ].

About cassette tapes

• T o prevent accidental erasure, break off the plastic tabs on the cassette tape after recording with a screwdriver or other pointed tool.

Side A

To record on the tape again, cover the tab openings with adhesive tape, etc.

• 120-minute or longer tapes are extremely thin and easily deformed or damaged. They are not recommended.

• T ake up an y slack in the tape with a pencil or similar tool before use. Slack tape ma y break or jam in the mechanism.

Tab of side A

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RECORDING

BASIC RECORDING

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Preparation

• Set the tape to the point where recording will start.

• Only Type I (normal) tapes can be recorded.

Insert the tape to be recorded on into the deck.

Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing out from the unit and the exposed side down.

Press w to start recording.

When the selected source is CD, play and recording start simultaneously. When the selected source is connected equipment, start playback on the source.

To stop recording, press s. To pause recording, press a. (Applicable when the source is

the radio or connected equipment.) To resume recording, press again.

INSERTING BLANK SPACES

Insertion of 4-second blank spaces may help you to locate the beginning of the track on other equipment. (Applicab le when the source is the radio or connected equipment.)

1 Press w during recording or while in recording pause mode.

4 flashes for 4 seconds and the tape runs without

recording. After 4 seconds, the deck enters the recording pause mode.

2 Press a to resume recording.

TAPE

PLAYBACK

RECORDING

Press TAPE/REV MODE to select the reverse mode.

To record on one side only, select p. To record on both sides, select [ or ].

Press one of the function buttons and prepare the source to be recorded.

To record from a CD, press CD and load the disc. To recor d from a radio br oadcast, press TUNER/BAND and

tune in to a station. T o record from the connected equipment, press AUX and prepare to play.

To insert a blank space of less than 4 seconds, press w again while 4 is flashing. T o insert blank spaces of more than 4 seconds, after the deck enters recording pause mode, press w again. Each time the button is pressed, a 4-second blank space is added.

To erase a recording

1 Insert the tape to be erased into the deck. 2 Set the tape to the point where the erasure is to be started. 3 Set the reverse mode by pressing TAPE/REV MODE. 4 Press AUX.

If optional equipment is connected to the AUX jacks, turn it off.

5 Press w to start the erasure.

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AI EDIT RECORDING

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f,g

The AI edit function enables CD recording without worrying about tape length and track length. When a CD is inserted, the unit automatically calculates track lengths. If necessary, the order of tracks is rearranged so that no track is cut short. (AI: Artificial Intelligence)

FUNCTION

f,g

Press the numbered buttons to designate the tape length.

10 to 99 minutes can be specified. Example: When using a 60-minute tape, press 6 and 0. In a few seconds, the microcomputer determines the tracks to be recorded on each side of the tape.

• f and g are also a vailable to designate the tape length. Tape length

Tape side A (front side)

Remaining time of side A

Selected tracks for side A

NOTE

AI edit recording will not start from a point halfway into the tape. The tape must be recorded from the beginning of either side.

Insert the tape into the deck.

Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing out from the unit.

Press CD, and load the disc.

You can press FUNCTION on the remote control repeatedly to select the CD function.

Press MODE three times.

Number of programmed tracks

Press w to start recording.

The tape is rewound to the beginning of the front side, the lead segment is played through f or 10 seconds, and recording starts. When recording on the front (side A) ends, recording on the back (side B) starts.

To stop recording

Press s. Recording and CD play stop simultaneously.

To clear the edit program

Press s twice.

To check the order of the programmed track numbers

Before recording, press MODE to select side A or B, and press

g repeatedly.

Track number

Program number

Time on cassette tapes and editing time

The actual cassette recording time is usually a little longer than the specified recording time printed on the label. This unit can program tracks to use the extra time.

NOTE

• Recording is prohibited if the erasure prevention tab on either side of the tape is broken off.

• The AI edit function cannot be used with discs containing 31 tracks or more.

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PROGRAMMED EDIT RECORDING

Repeat step 5 for the rest of the tracks for side A.

A track whose playing time is longer than the remaining time cannot be programmed.

Program number

RECORDING

4,5

f,g

Programmed edit function enables CD recording while checking the remaining time on each side of the tape as the tracks are programmed.

NOTE

The programmed edit recording will not start from a point halfway in the tape. The tape must be recorded from the beginning of either side.

Insert the tape into the deck.

Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing out from the unit.

Press CD, and load the disc.

You can press FUNCTION on the remote control repeatedly to select the CD function.

Press MODE four times.

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FUNCTION

s f,g

Selected track number

Remaining time of side A

Programmed tracks

Press MODE to select side B and program the tracks for side B.

After confirming B on the display, repeat step 5.

Tape side B (back side)

Press w to start recording.

The tape is rewound to the beginning of the front side, the lead segment is played through f or 10 seconds, and recording starts. When recording on the front side (A) ends, recording on the back side (B) starts.

Press the numbered buttons to designate the tape length.

10 to 99 minutes can be specified. Example: When using a 60-minute tape, press 6 and 0.

• f and g buttons are also available to designate the tape length.

Press the numbered buttons to program a track.

Example: To select the 10th track, press +10 and 0.

To stop recording

Press s. Recording and CD play stop simultaneously.

To check the order of the programmed track numbers

Before recording, press MODE to select side A or B, and press

g repeatedly.

Program number

Track number

To change the program of each side

Press MODE to select side A or B, and press s to clear the program of the selected side. Then program tracks again.

To clear the edit program

Press s twice.

NOTE

Recording is prohibited if the erasure prevention tab on either side of the tape is broken off.

Programmed tracks

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TIMER

TIMER PLAYBACK AND TIMER RECORDING

TIMER/

SLEEP

POWER

Press f or g to select the source, and press a.

• For timer play of a CD, select “CD.”

• For timer play of a tape, select “TAPE.”

• For timer play/recording of a radio br oadcast, select “FM” or “AM.” You will select the band later in step 6.

• For timer play/recor ding of the equipment connected to

the AUX jacks, select “AUX.”

Select the duration for the timer-activ ated period with f or g, and press a.

f,g

The unit can be turned on at a specified time with the built-in timer.

Preparation

Make sure the clock is correctly set. (See page 6.)

Press TIMER/SLEEP repeatedly to select timer

POWER

f,g

playback or timer recording.

“TM PLAY” for timer playback “TM REC” for timer recording

Within 4 seconds, press a.

The duration for the timer-activated period can be set between 5 to 240 minutes in 5-minute steps.

Prepare the source.

• For timer play of a CD, load the CD.

• For timer play of a tape, insert the tape.

• For timer play/recording of a radio broadcast, press

TUNER/BAND to select the band and tune in to the desired station.

• For timer play/recor ding of the equipment connected to the AUX jacks, set the timer of the equipment so that play

begins at the same time.

For timer recording: Insert the tape to be recorded.

Adjust the volume and tone.

The source sound will be audible at the volume set here when the power turns on at the set time. However, If the volume level is set to higher than 20, it is automatically set to 20 when the unit turns on by the timer.

Press POWER to turn the unit off.

5 (and 4) remain on the display after the power is turned off (timer standby mode). When the timer-on time is reached, the unit turns on and begins play (or recording) with the selected source.

NOTE

If you do not press a within 4 seconds, another operation may start.

3 Set the timer-on time.

Designate the hour of the timer-on time by pressing f or g, and press a. Then designate the minute of the timer- on time by pressing f or g, and press a.

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NOTE

• Timer playback and timer recording will not begin unless the power is turned off.

• If you use the unit while the timer is set, repeat steps 6 to 8 to prepare the source (and the recording destination), and adjust the volume and tone before turning off the power.

To check the timer setting

Press TIMER/SLEEP repeatedly so that “TM PLA Y” or “TM REC” flashes. After 4 seconds, the timer-on time, the source and the duration for the timer-activated period are displa yed for 4 seconds .

To change the timer setting

Set the timer again from the beginning.

To cancel timer standby mode temporarily

Press TIMER/SLEEP repeatedly so that “TM OFF” is displayed.

5 (and 4) disappear on the display.

SLEEP TIMER

1 2

The unit can be turned off automatically at a specified time.

Press TIMER/SLEEP so that “SLEEP” appears on the display.

Within 4 seconds, press a.

f,g

TIMER

Within 4 seconds, press f or g to specify the time until the power is off.

Each time the button is pressed, the time changes between 5 to 240 minutes in minute steps.

Specified time

To check the time remaining before the power is turned off

Press TIMER/SLEEP. The remaining time is displayed for 4 seconds.

To cancel the sleep timer

Press TIMER/SLEEP so that “SLEEP” appears on the display, and within 4 seconds, press s.

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OTHER

AUX

CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

SUPER WOOFER AUX

Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment for details.

• The connecting cords are not supplied. Obtain the necessary connecting cords.

• Consult your local AIWA dealer for optional equipment.

AUX JACKS

Analog sound signals can be input through these jacks. Use a cable with RCA phono plugs to connect audio equipment (turntables, LD players, VCRs, etc.). Connect the red plug to the R (right) jack, and the white plug to the L (left) jack.

LISTENING TO EXTERNAL SOURCES

To play equipment connected to the AUX jacks, proceed as follows.

Press AUX.

“AUX” appears on the display.

Play the connected equipment.

When connecting a turntable

Use an AIWA turntable equipped with a built-in equalizer amplifier .

3SUPER WOOFER JA CK

Connect an optional powered sub woofer with a b uilt-in amplifier to the jack.

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GENERAL

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Occasional care and maintenance of the unit and the software are needed to optimize the performance of your unit.

To clean the cabinet

Use a soft and dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not use strong solvents, such as alcohol, benzine or thinner as these could damage the finish of the unit.

To clean the tape heads

When the tape heads are dirty;

– high frequency sound is not emitted – the sound is not adequately high – the sound is off-balance – the tape cannot be erased – the tape cannot be recorded on

After every 10 hours of use, clean the heads with a head cleaning cassette. Refer to the instructions of the cleaning cassette for details.

Care of CDs

• When a CD becomes dirty, wipe the CD from the center out with a cleaning cloth.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If the unit fails to perform as described in these Operating Instructions, check the following guide.

GENERAL

There is no sound.

• Is the AC cord connected properly?

• Is there a bad connection? (➞ page 4)

• Was an incorrect function button pressed?

The sound becomes inaudible or the unit is turned off suddenly.

• There may be a short circuit in the speaker terminals.

➞ Disconnect the AC cord from the AC outlet and re-connect

the speaker cords correctly. Then connect the AC cord and turn the unit on again.

Sound is emitted from one speaker only.

• Is the other speaker disconnected?

An erroneous display or a malfunction occurs.

➞ Reset the unit as stated below.

TUNER SECTION

There is constant, wave-like static.

• Is the antenna connected properly? (➞ page 4)

• Is the signal weak?

➞ Connect an outdoor antenna.

The reception contains noise interferences or the sound is distorted.

• Is the system picking up e xternal noise or multipath distortion?

➞ Change the or ientation of the antenna. ➞ Move the unit away from other electrical appliances.

OTHER

CONNECTIONS

GENERAL

• After playing a CD, store the CD in its case. Do not leave the CD in places that are hot or humid.

Care of tapes

• Store tapes in their cases after use.

• Do not leave tapes near magnets, motors, television sets, or

any source of magnetism. This will downg rade the sound quality and cause noise.

• Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, or leave them in a car parked in direct sunlight.

CASSETTE DECK SECTION

The tape does not run.

• Is the deck in pause mode? (➞ page 12)

The sound is off-balance or not adequately high.

• Is the playback head dirty? (➞ page 19)

Recording is not possible.

• Is the erasure prevention tab on the tape broken off? (➞ page

12)

• Is the recording head dirty? (➞ page 19)

Erasure is not possible.

• Is the erasure head dirty? (➞ page 19)

• Is CrO

High frequency sound is not emitted.

• Is the recording/playback head dirty? (➞ page 19)

2 or metal tape being used?

CD PLAYER SECTION

The CD player does not play.

• Is the disc correctly loaded? (➞ page 10)

• Is the disc dirty? (➞ page 19)

• Is the lens affected by condensation?

➞ Wait approximately one hour and try again.

To reset

If an unusual condition occurs in the display window or the cassette decks, reset the unit as follows.

1 Press POWER to turn off the power. 2 Press VOLUME UP while pressing s. Everything stored in

memory after purchase is canceled. If the power cannot be turned off in step 1 because of a malfunction, reset by disconnecting the AC cord and repeat step 2.

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