Aiwa NSX-D22, NSX-D20 User Manual
CD Stereo System
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | En (English) |
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES | E (Español) |
MODE D'EMPLOI | F (Français) |
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
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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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
Warning
To prevent electric shock or injury, these safety instructions should be followed in the installation, use and servicing the unit.
Installation
Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the unit manufacturer as they may result in the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
Water and Moisture - Do not use this unit near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.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 ).
Mounting surface - Place the unit on a flat, even surface.Accessories - Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the unit. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
Portable cart - An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
Ventilation - The unit should be situated with adequate space around it so that proper heat ventilation is assured. Allow 10 cm clearance from the rear and the top of the unit, and 5 cm from the each side.
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to ensure reliable operation of the unit and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This unit should not be placed in a
Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this unit through the cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
Electric Power
Power Sources - This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. To operate unit on battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
Grounding or Polarization - This unit is provided with a polarized
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Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Outdoor Antenna
Power lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and
Lightning
For added protection for this unit receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and powerline surges.
Maintenance
Cleaning - Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
-When the power cord or plug is damaged.
-If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit.
-If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
-If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation.
-If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
-When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.
Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
Safety Check - Upon the completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the unit is in proper operating condition.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......... | 2 |
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PREPARATIONS ................................... | 4 |
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PARTS AND CONTROLS ......................... | 5 |
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ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE OPERATIONS ........ | 8 | En |
CD OPERATIONS ................................ | 10 | |
RADIO OPERATIONS ........................... | 12 |
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TAPE OPERATIONS ............................. | 14 |
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SOUND ADJUSTMENTS ........................ | 17 |
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TIMER OPERATIONS ........................... | 18 |
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REFERENCE ..................................... | 20 |
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System and accessories
Remote control
FM antenna
AM antenna
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PREPARATIONS
Connection
Plug in the AC power cord to the AC power outlet after all other connections are made.
1 Connect the front speakers.
Connect the right front speaker to the SPEAKERS R terminals and place it on the right side of the unit. Connect En the left to the SPEAKERS L terminals and place it on the left side.The speaker cords with the white stripes go to
the 0terminals.
2Connect the surround speakers (only for NSXD22)
Connect each surround speaker cord to the SURROUND SPEAKERS R jack or the SURROUND SPEAKERS L jack.
3Connect the supplied antennas.
Strip off the insulation of the FM antenna with twisting the cord.
Connect the FM antenna to the FM 75 Ωterminal without the 2 mark and the AM antenna to the AM LOOP terminals.
AM antenna
FM antenna
4Connect the AC power cord to an AC outlet.
When the AC power cord is connected to an AC outlet for the first time, DEMO appears on the display.
To deactivate the DEMO, press DEMO/ECO.
•Do not
affected by magnetism near the speakers.
To position the surround speakers (only for
Position the surround speakers behind the listening area to make the most of the surround effect.
AIWA disclaims any responsibility for injury to persons or other accidents caused by not fitting the surround speakers properly or if the place of the installation is not suitable.
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Remote control
Detach the battery compartment lid at the rear of the remote control and insert two R6 (size AA) batteries with correct polarity.
•Replace the batteries with new ones when the operational distance between the remote control and main unit becomes shorter.
•Remove the batteries if the unit is not going to be used for an extended period of time.
•The remote control may not operate if it is used under intense sunlight, etc., or if its line of sight is obstructed.
PARTS AND CONTROLS
Main unit: rear
* This illustration is only for
There are no SURROUND SPEAKERS jacks on
1AM LOOP, FM 75 Ω terminals
Plug in the supplied AM and FM antennas here.
2VIDEO/AUX jacks
Accepts analog sound signals from external equipment. Connect using an optional connecting cable with RCA En phono plugs (red plug to R jack, white plug to L jack).
Refer also to the operating instructions of your equipment. To switch function to external input, press VIDEO/AUX.
Tip:
To change the displayed name for this function, turn the unit on, then hold down VIDEO/AUX and press POWER on the unit. Repeat the procedure to select "AUX", "VIDEO" or "TV".
3SURROUND SPEAKERS3 jacks (only for
Connect the speaker cord of the supplied surround speakers here.
4SPEAKERS3terminals
Connect the speaker cord of the supplied front speakers here.
5 AC power cord
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Main unit: front
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1TAPE/DECK 1/2
Selects Tape function, and deck 1 or 2.
TUNER/BAND
Selects Radio function and the radio band.
VIDEO/AUX
Selects the function of external equipment connected to VIDEO/AUX jacks.
CD
Selects CD function.
2POWER 6STANDBY/ON
Switches the unit on and off (standby).
DEMO/ECO
When the unit is turned off: switches DEMO on and off. When the unit is turned on: enters ECO or dimmer setting mode.
TIMER
Enters timer setting mode.
3SYNC DUB
Starts dubbing a whole tape.
wREC/REC MUTE
Starts recording.
4aPAUSE/SET
CD and Tape: pauses playback.
Radio: stores the received station to preset.
sSTOP/CLEAR
CD and Tape: stops playback. Radio: clears a station preset.
cPLAY/PRESET
CD and Tape: starts playback. Radio: tunes into a preset station.
f/rDOWN,g/tUP TUNING
CD: skips to a previous or a succeeding track when pressed, searches a track in fast forward or fast reverse playback when held down.
Tape: fast forwards or rewinds the tape.
Radio: manually tunes down or up within the band.
5MULTI JOG
CD: skips to a previous or a succeeding track. Radio: selects a preset number.
Clock and Timer: sets the time. ECO and Dimmer: selects the mode.
ENTER
Determines the mode and the time (ECO, dimmer, clock and timer).
DISPLAY
Selects a spectrum analyzer display.
TREBLE
Enhances high frequency sound.
Emphasizes low frequency sound.
6DISC DIRECT PLAY
Selects a CD tray.
DISC CHANGE
Rotates the CD trays.
zCD OPEN/CLOSE
Opens or closes the disc compartment.
7VOLUME
Adjusts the volume.
8PHONES jack
Plug in here an optional headphones set with a mini stereo plug (ø3.5 mm). Speaker output is canceled.
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Remote control
Buttons with the same or similar names with the main unit basically have the same function.
1POWER
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CD: selects a CD track of the specified number.
Radio: tunes in to the station with the specified preset number.
3The numbered buttons take on these functions when pressed together with SHIFT held down:
CD EDIT/CHECK
Displays the remaining playback time of a CD when pressed during playback.
Enters AI Edit Recording or Programed Edit Recording mode when pressed during stop.
PROGRAM
Enters programed CD playback mode.
RANDOM/REPEAT
Enters random or repeat CD playback mode.
TIMER
SLEEP
Enters
4MONO TUNER
Switches between stereo or monaural FM reception.
BAND
Selects a band in Tuner function. aSET
cPRESETf/r,g/t sCLEAR
5DISC DIRECT PLAY
6SHIFT
Hold down when pressing a numbered button to change
its function to that printed above the number. En e.g.)
"Press SHIFT+SLEEP on the remote control" indicates "Hold down SHIFT and press '5' (SLEEP)", so that you can use 'Sleep timer' function.
7FUNCTION
Switches the active function among TAPE (DECK 1/2), TUNER, VIDEO/AUX and CD.
8VOLUME (+,
9CLOCK
Enters clock adjustment mode.
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ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE OPERATIONS
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Power
Turning the unit on
Press POWER 6STANDBY/ON (POWER on the remote control).
Pressing TAPE, TUNER, VIDEO/AUX or CD also turns the unit on (Direct Play Function.) When a disc or tape is inserted, the playback will start automatically.
Turning the unit off
Press POWER 6STANDBY/ON again.
The unit goes into standby.
Volume
Turn VOLUME (Press VOLUME +, - on the remote control).
Adjust from 0 (minimum) to 30 and MAX (maximum).
Tip:
Volume level setting is retained during
DEMO
If the clock has not been set, a DEMO appears on the display when the unit is turned off.
To deactivate and activate the DEMO
Press DEMO/ECO when the unit is turned off.
Spectrum analyzer display
You can change the spectrum analyzer display.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly to select one of the three spectrum analyzer displays.
- NORMAL: Displays the fluctuation from low frequencies to high ones
-BASS : Displays the fluctuation of low frequencies only
-LEVEL: Displays the fluctuation of the average of all the frequencies.
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ECO mode
Reduces power consumption with the following operations, etc.
-The unit blacks out when the unit is turned off. Only the red indicator lights up. (Only when the clock is set.)
-If dimmer mode is set to on, the unit illumination brightens (for 10 seconds) only when you operate the unit.
1Press DEMO/ECO once when the unit is turned on, and then within 4 seconds press ENTER.
2Turn MULTI JOG to select "ECO ON" and then press ENTER.
If there is no MULTI JOG or button operation within 4 seconds, the setting is canceled.
To cancel the ECO mode
Repeat the above and select "ECO OFF".
Dimmer
Adjusts the brightness of the display.
1Press DEMO/ECO twice when the unit is turned on, and then within 4 seconds press ENTER.
2Turn MULTI JOG to select one of the three dimmer modes or
If there is no MULTI JOG or button operation within 4 seconds, the setting is canceled.
To cancel the dimmer
Repeat the above and select
Setting the clock
1Press CLOCK on the remote control.
When the unit is turned off, you can also press aSET.
2Press for gto set the time.
Each press changes the time in
If for gis not pressed within 4 seconds, the En setting is canceled.
•MULTI JOG is also available in place of for g.
3Press aSET or ENTER.
The time display stops flashing and the clock starts from 00 seconds.
To display the time
Press CLOCK on the remote control.
The time will be displayed for 4 seconds, but it cannot be displayed during recording.
To switch to the
Display the time and press swithin 4 seconds.
With each press, the clock alternates between the
Tip:
In the
If the clock display flashes when the unit is turned off
There has been a power interruption.
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CD OPERATIONS
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Playback
1Press CD and load disc(s).
Press zCD OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc compartment and place one or two disc(s) with the labelled side up. To place three discs, press DISC CHANGE so that the trays rotate, then place the third one. Lastly, close the compartment with zCD OPEN/CLOSE.
•When loading an
•When pressing zCD OPEN/CLOSE or DISC CHANGE, the unit switches to the CD from any other functions.
2To play all discs, press c.
To play one desired disc, press DISC DIRECT PLAY
Tray number indicator being played back flashes on the display.
To stop playback
Press s.
To pause playback
Press a. Press again to resume playback.
To skip to the beginning of the current/preceding/ succeeding track
Press for grepeatedly or turn MULTI JOG.
To search (playback in fast forward or fast reverse)
Hold down for g. Release at the desired point.
To select a disc and a track with the remote control
Press DISC DIRECT PLAY
-To select track 20, press +10, +10 and 0.
-To select track 15, press +10 and 5.
To display the remaining playback time of the CD
Press SHIFT+CD EDIT/CHECK on the remote control. Press again to return to the elapsed time display.
•Remaining playback time cannot be displayed during random playback or programed playback.
To replace disc(s) during playback without interruption
While one disc is being played back, press DISC CHANGE so that the compartment opens, replace disc(s) with other one(s), and press DISC CHANGE to close the compartment.
Random/Repeat playback
Random playback plays all the tracks on one desired disc or all the discs in random order. Repeat playback plays all the tracks repeatedly on one desired disc or all the discs.
1Press SHIFT+RANDOM/REPEAT repeatedly on the remote control to select one of the following modes:
-Random playback: "RNDM" lights up.
-Repeat playback: """ lights up.
-Random and repeat playback: "RNDM" and """
lights up.
2To play one desired disc, press DISC DIRECT PLAY
To play all discs, press c.
To cancel random/repeat playback
Press SHIFT+RANDOM/REPEAT repeatedly on the remote control so that both "RNDM" and """ disappear on the display.
To repeat a selected set of tracks
Select the tracks with programed playback, then press SHIFT+RANDOM/REPEAT on the remote control to select repeat playback.
•It is impossible to play a selected set of tracks in random order.
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