AIWA NSX-TR99 Operating Instructions

CD Stereo System

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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NSX-TR99

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OWNER'S RECORD

Record the model number and serial number of your set (found at the
rear of your set) below. Refer to them when contacting your Aiwa dealer.

Model No. _____________________________

Serial No. _____________________________

For assistance and information

(United States and Puerto Rico)

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

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8C-NFR-903-01
020425AKH-U-BF

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.

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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 built-in installation
such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.
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 short-circuit parts that could result
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the
unit.

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 alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet
only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug.
Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention
to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the product.

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 built-up static charges. Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.70, provides
information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode. See the figure.

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

PREPARATIONS ................................... 4

PARTS AND CONTROLS ......................... 5

ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE OPERATIONS ........ 8

CD OPERATIONS ................................ 10

RADIO OPERATIONS ........................... 12

TAPE OPERATIONS ............................. 14

SOUND ADJUSTMENTS ........................ 17

TIMER OPERATIONS ........................... 18

REFERENCE ..................................... 20

System and accessories

NSX-TR99
CX-NTR99 CD stereo cassette receiver
SX-NTR99 Front speakers

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.

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Connect the right front speaker.

1 Connect the speaker cords with the color of blue and black

to the SPEAKERS MAIN R terminals. The blue-colored

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cord go to the 0 terminal.

2 Connect the cords with the color of red and black to the

SPEAKERS LOW FREQ R terminals. The red-colored cord
go to the 0 terminal.

2

Connect the left front speaker.

Connect the speaker cords to the L terminals in the same
manner as step 1.

3

Connect the supplied antennas.

Strip off the insulation of the FM antenna with twisting
the cord.
Connect the FM antenna to the FM 75 Ω terminal without
the 2 mark and the AM antenna to the AM LOOP
terminals.

AM antenna

FM antenna

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Connect 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 d.

•Do not short-circuit the 0 and 9 speaker cord leads.

•Do not leave objects generating magnetism or objects
affected by magnetism near the speakers.

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.

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PARTS AND CONTROLS

Main unit: rear

1 AM LOOP, FM 75 Ω terminals

Plug in the supplied AM and FM antennas here.

2 VIDEO/AUX jacks

Accepts analog sound signals from external equipment.
Connect using an optional connecting cable with RCA
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".

3 SPEAKERS MAIN3 terminals

Connect the blue and black speaker cords of the supplied
front speakers here.

SPEAKERS LOW FREQ3 terminals

Connect the red and black speaker cords of the supplied
front speakers here.

4 AC power cord

Dynamic Integrated Neo Amplifier

is a brand-new amplifier system where clear mid-to-high range
frequency sound, as well as rich low frequency sound, can be
reproduced and listeners can enjoy the close-to-original sound
with less distortion at either high or low volume levels.

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Main unit: front

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1 TAPE/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.

2 POWER 6STANDBY/ON

Switches the unit on and off (standby).

3 SYNC DUB

Starts dubbing a whole tape.

wREC/REC MUTE

Starts recording.

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aPAUSE/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.

dDIRECTION/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.

4 PHONES jack

Plug in here an optional headphones set with a mini
stereo plug (ø3.5 mm). Speaker output is canceled.

5 TREBLE/MIDDLE

Adjusts high or middle frequency sound.

TRIPLE DRIVE

Adjusts low frequency sound.

HEAVY, VOCAL, SALSA,
TECHNO, HIP HOP, MANUAL

Activates a graphic equalization curve.

6 DISC CHANGE

Rotates the CD trays.

DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3

Selects a CD tray.

zOPEN/CLOSE

Opens or closes the disc compartment.

7 MULTI JOG

CD: skips to a previous or a succeeding track.
Tape: selects a reverse mode of DECK 2.
Radio: selects a preset number.
Clock and Timer: sets the time.
ECO, Dimmer and Spectrum analyzer display: selects the
mode.

MODE

Enters the setting mode of ECO, Dimmer, Spectrum
analyzer display, Tape reverse, Timer or Clock.

ENTER

Determines the mode and the time (ECO, dimmer, clock
and timer).

8 VOLUME

Adjusts the volume.

Remote control

Buttons with the same or similar names with the main unit
basically have the same function.

1 POWER
2 0-10, +10

CD: selects a CD track of the specified number.
Radio: tunes in to the station with the specified preset
number.

3

The 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.

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PROGRAM

Enters programed CD playback mode.

RANDOM/REPEAT

Enters random or repeat CD playback mode.

TIMER

Enters timer setting mode.

SLEEP

Enters sleep-timer setting mode.

4 TUNER MODE

Switches between stereo or monaural FM reception.

BAND

Selects a band in Tuner function.

aSET
c/d

The function is the same as that of d on the unit.

f/r, g/t
sCLEAR

GEQ

Enters Graphic Equalizer setting mode.

SOUND

Selects a frequency range of Graphic Equalizer to adjust
the level.

5 DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3

6 SHIFT

Hold down when pressing a numbered button to change
its function to that printed above the number.

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.

7 FUNCTION

Switches the active function among TAPE, TUNER,
VIDEO/AUX and CD.

8 PRESET (M, N)

Radio: tunes into a preset station.
Graphic Equalizer: selects the mode and adjusts the level
of bass, middle and treble.

ENTER

9 VOLUME (+, -)
0 DECK 1/2

Selects DECK 1 or 2 in Tape function.

DISPLAY

Selects a spectrum analyzer display.

CLOCK

Enters clock adjustment mode.

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ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE OPERATIONS

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 d

when the unit is turned off.

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Power

Tur ning the unit on

Press POWER 6 STANDBY/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.

Tur ning 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 47 and MAX (maximum).

Tip:

Volume level setting is retained during power-off standby. If
the unit is turned off with the volume set to 32 or more, it is
automatically turned down to 31 the next time the unit is turned
on.

Spectrum analyzer display

You can change the spectrum analyzer display.

Press DISPLAY on the remote control repeatedly to
select one of the three spectrum analyzer displays.

On the unit, press MODE repeatedly to display "DISPLAY",
and press ENTER within 4 seconds. Then turn MULTI JOG
within 6 seconds.

- NORMAL1: Displays the fluctuation from down side to up
side of the display

- NORMAL2: Displays the fluctuation from center to up and
down sides of the display

- BASS: Displays the fluctuation from left to right of the display

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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.

1

Press MODE repeatedly to display "ECO", and
then press ENTER within 4 seconds.

2

Turn MULTI JOG to select "ECO ON" and then
press ENTER.

If there is no MULTI JOG or button operation within 6
seconds, the setting is canceled.

To cancel the ECO mode

Repeat the above and select "ECO OFF".

Dimmer

Adjusts the brightness of the display.

1

Press MODE repeatedly to display "DIMMER"
when the unit is turned on, and then press ENTER
within 4 seconds.

2

Turn MULTI JOG to select one of the three dimmer
modes or "DIM-OFF", and then press ENTER.

"DIM-OFF" is the brightest and "DIMMER 3" is the
dimmest.
If there is no MULTI JOG or button operation within 6
seconds, the setting is canceled.

To cancel the dimmer

Repeat the above and select "DIM-OFF".

Setting the clock

1

Press CLOCK on the remote control.

On the unit, press MODE repeatedly to display "CLOCK",
and then press ENTER within 4 seconds.

2

Press f or g to set the time.

Each press changes the time in 1-minute steps. Holding
it down changes the time in 10-minute steps.
If f or g is not pressed within 6 seconds, the
setting is canceled.

•MULTI JOG is also available in place of f or g.

3

Press ENTER or aSET.

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 6 seconds, but it cannot be
displayed during recording.

To switch to the 24-hour standard

Display the time and press s within 6 seconds.
With each press, the clock alternates between the 12-hour
standard and the 24-hour standard.

Tip:

In the 12-hour standard, "AM 12:00" indicates midnight
and "PM 12:00" noon.

If the clock display flashes when the unit is turned
off

There has been a power interruption. Re-set the clock.

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CD OPERATIONS

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.

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This unit plays back finalized CD-R/RW discs as well as audio
CDs.

Playback

1

Press CD and load disc(s).

Press zOPEN/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 zOPEN/CLOSE.

•When loading an 8-cm (3-inch) disc, place it on the
inner circle of the tray.

•When pressing zOPEN/CLOSE or DISC CHANGE, the
unit switches to the CD from any other functions.

2

To play all discs, press d.
To play one desired disc, press DISC DIRECT
PLAY 1-3.

DISC DIRECT PLAY indicator being played back lights
up.

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 f or g repeatedly or turn MULTI JOG.

To search (playback in fast forward or fast reverse)

Hold down f or g. Release at the desired point.

To select a disc and a track with the remote control

1Press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc.
2 Press the numbered buttons to select a track.

-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.

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.

1

Press 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.

2

To play one desired disc, press DISC DIRECT
PLAY 1-3.
To play all discs, press d.

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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Programed playback

Plays back up to 30 selected tracks in programed order.

1

Press SHIFT+PROGRAM on the remote control
during stop.

"PRGM" lights up on the display.

2

Press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc.

Go to the next step when the tray stops rotating.

3

Press the numbered buttons on the remote
control to program a track.

The selected track number lights up on the display.

-To select the 20th track, press +10, +10 and 0.

-To select the 15th track, press +10 and 5.

4

Repeat step 2 and 3 to program other tracks.

5

Press d.

•During programed playback, you cannot select a disc or a
track with the numbered buttons. "CAN'T USE" is
displayed when you try to select a track .

•If the total playback time of the program exceeds 99:59
minutes, or if a track with a track number exceeding 30 is
programed, the playing time is displayed as "- -:- -".

•You cannot program more than 30 tracks. "FULL" is
displayed.

To check the program

Press f or g repeatedly during stop. The track number
and program number are displayed in succession.

To clear the program

Press s during stop. "PRGM" disappears on the display.

To add tracks to the program

Repeat step 2 and 3 before starting playback. The tracks are
added to the end of the program.

To change the programed tracks

Clear the program and reselect the tracks in your desired order.

Notes on CDs

•Do not place more than one disc on one tray.

•Do not tilt the unit with discs loaded.

•The unit may not play a CD-R/RW disc recorded on personal
computers or certain kinds of CD-R/RW recorders.

•Do not attach adhesive label, etc. to either side of a CD-R/
RW disc, as doing so may cause malfunction.

•Do not load an unrecorded CD-R/RW disc. The disc may be
damaged.

•Do not use irregular-shaped CDs.

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RADIO OPERATIONS

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Manual tuning

1

Press TUNER/BAND (BAND on the remote
control) repeatedly to select a band (FM or AM.)

2

Press f or g to tune in to a station.

"TUNE" is displayed when a station is tuned in.
"1" lights up for FM stereo reception.

To search for a station automatically (Auto Search)

Hold down f or g.
The unit searches for a station up or down the band and stops
at reception.
To stop the search manually, press f or g.

•Auto Search may not stop at stations with weak signals.

Preset tuning

Preset your favorite stations and tune them in directly.

Presetting stations

1

Press TUNER/BAND to select a band.

2

Press f or g to tune in to the desired
station.

3

Press aSET to store the station.

The preset number, beginning from "1", appears on the
display.

4

Repeat step 1 to 3 to preset other stations.

•You cannot store more than a total of 32 preset stations.
"FULL" is displayed.

Tuning in to preset stations

On the unit

1

Press TUNER/BAND to select a band.

2

Press dPRESET repeatedly or turn MULTI
JOG.

With each press, the station with the succeeding preset
number is tuned in.

On the remote control

1

Press BAND to select a band.

2

Press the numbered buttons for the preset
number of your desired station.

-To select preset number 20, press +10, +10 and 0.

-To select preset number 15, press +10 and 5.

•Pressing PRESET M, N or d repeatedly can

also select the preset number.

To clear a preset station

1Tune in to the station by preset tuning.
2 Press sCLEAR, then press aSET within 4 seconds.

Preset numbers of preset stations in the band with higher
numbers decrease by one.

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Adjustments

Antennas

Keep antennas away from metallic objects, electrical equipment
and cords.
FM antenna: Extend fully and position for the best reception.
If receiving condition is poor, connect optional outdoor antenna
to FM 75 Ω terminal. Be sure to connect the shield braid of
the antenna to the 2 terminal.
AM antenna: Rotate to find best reception.

To switch to monaural FM reception

Press TUNER MODE on the remote control. With each press,
"MONO" and "STEREO" are displayed alternately on the
display.

Tip:

When FM stereo reception is poor, switching to monaural
reduces noise.

To switch the AM tuning interval

Hold down TUNER/BAND and press POWER on the unit. With
each press, the AM tuning interval alternates between 9 kHz/
step and 10 kHz/step.

Tip:

The default is 10 kHz/step. Change it only when using the
unit in a 9 kHz/step area. Switching AM tuning interval clears
all the preset stations.

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TAPE OPERATIONS

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Playback

Use only type I (normal) tapes.

1

Press TAPE/DECK 1/2 (DECK 1/2 on the remote
control) and insert the tape in either deck.

Press zPUSH EJECT/CLOSE on either side (DECK 1
and DECK 2) to open the outer cassette holder and insert
the tape in the deck.
Insert with the exposed side down and playback side facing
out from the unit. To close, push zPUSH EJECT/CLOSE
on the side where the tape is inserted.

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2

Press d.

"c" (forward) or "x" (reverse) on the display indicates
playback side.

To open the inner cassette holder

The inner cassette holder opens or closes automatically when
opening or closing the outer cassette holder. If the outer
cassette holder is already open, press zPUSH EJECT of the
inner cassette holder to open it.

To open or close both decks (DECK 1 and DECK 2)
simultaneously

Press or push zPUSH EJECT/CLOSE on both sides of the
outer cassette holder simultaneously.

To stop playback

Press s.

To pause playback (DECK 2 only)

Press a. Press again to resume.

To fast forward or rewind

Press f or g.

To change the playback side

Press d in play or pause mode.

To select a deck (DECK 1 or DECK 2)

Press TAPE/DECK 1/2 (DECK 1/2 on the remote control) in
stop mode when tapes are loaded in both decks. The deck
number ("T1" or "T2") is displayed.

To select a reverse mode (DECK 2 only)

1 Press MODE repeatedly to display "REVMODE", and then

press ENTER within 4 seconds.

2Turn MULTI JOG within 6 seconds to select one of the three

reverse modes.

- REV OFF (P): Plays only one side

- REV [: Plays from the front side to reverse side once

- REV ]: Plays both sides repeatedly

To reset the tape counter

Press s in stop mode, and the tape counter on the display is
reset to "0000". Opening and closing the cassette holder
will also reset the tape counter.

To play continuously

Insert tapes into both decks, select "REV [" for DECK 2,
and then start playback. Playback will continue until s is
pressed.

To play back type II (High position) tapes

Turn MULTI JOG until "SOFT" is displayed while playing a
type II tape.
The unit automatically sets the graphic equalizer to appropriate
levels to provide the optimum playback sound for type II tape.
The "SOFT" function works even after the unit is turned off or
the function is changed unless it is canceled.
To cancel it, change the graphic equalizer or adjust the
frequency ranges (see "SOUND ADJUSTMENTS").

Notes on cassettes

•Use of 120-minute or longer tapes is not recommended
since they are extremely thin and easily deformed or
damaged.

•Take up any slack in the tape with a pencil or similar tool
before use. Slack tape may jam in the mechanism.

Basic recording

Use only type I (normal) tapes. DECK 2 is the recording deck.

1

Insert the recording tape in DECK 2.

Press zPUSH EJECT/CLOSE to open the outer cassette
holder, and insert with the exposed side down and the
side to be recorded on facing out from the unit.
Wind up the tape to the desired point if needed.

2

Press MODE repeatedly to display "REVMODE",
and press ENTER within 4 seconds. Then turn
MULTI JOG within 6 seconds to select a reverse
mode.

3

Prepare the source.

To record CD(s), select the CD function and load disc(s).
To record a radio broadcast, tune in to the desired station.
To record a tape, insert the source tape in DECK 1 and
select the TAPE function (DECK 1.)
To record from connected external equipment, select the
VIDEO/AUX function and prepare the equipment.

4

Press wREC/REC MUTE to start recording.

When recording a CD or tape, playback starts
automatically.
When recording input from connected equipment,
manually start playback of the source.

•Volume or tone adjustment does not affect recording.

•"CAN'T REC" is displayed if you attempt to record a tape
with the tab broken off.

•When recording on tape, the reverse mode is set to "P"
automatically.

To stop recording

Press s.

To pause recording (only for TUNER or VIDEO/AUX
source)

Press a. Press again to resume.

To record a selected set of tracks from a CD

Program the desired tracks (see "Programed playback") and
then press wREC/REC MUTE.

To record a 4-second blank space (only for TUNER
or VIDEO/AUX source)

1 Press wREC/REC MUTE during recording or in recording

pause mode.
"REC" flashes on the display for 4 seconds (a blank space
is made in the meantime) and then the unit enters recording
pause mode.
To record less than a 4-second blank space, press wREC/
REC MUTE again while "REC" flashes.
To record more than a 4-second blank space, press wREC/
REC MUTE again after the unit enters recording pause mode.
Each time the button is pressed, a 4-second blank space is
added.

2 Press a to resume recording.

To erase a tape

1 Insert the tape in DECK 2. Set the tape to the desired point if

needed.

2Press MODE repeatedly to display "REVMODE", and press

ENTER within 4 seconds. Then turn MULTI JOG within 6
seconds to select a reverse mode.

3Press TAPE/DECK 1/2 to select "T2".
4 Press wREC/REC MUTE.

Whole tape dubbing

1

Press TAPE/DECK 1/2 to select the TAPE function.

2

Insert the original tape in DECK 1 and the
recording tape in DECK 2.

3

Press SYNC DUB.

The tapes are rewound to the beginning of the front side
and recording starts.

•Dubbing cannot start from a point halfway in the tape.

•The reverse mode is set to "[" automatically.

•Recording is impossible if the plastic tab on either side of
the tape is broken off.

To stop dubbing

Press s.

Edited CD recording

AI Edit Recording

When recording a whole CD, AI Edit Recording takes the length
of your tape into account and rearranges the recording order of
the tracks if necessary, so that no track is cut short at the end
of the side. Prepare a tape long enough to record the CD.

1

Insert the recording tape in DECK 2.

2

Select the CD function and load disc(s).

3

Press SHIFT+CD EDIT/CHECK once on the remote
control.

"EDIT" is displayed and "AI C-00" appears on the
display.

4

Press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc.

5

Press the numbered buttons on the remote
control to enter the length of the recording tape.

10 to 99 minutes can be specified.

- For a 60-minute tape press 6 and 0.
In a few seconds, the unit determines the tracks to be
recorded for each side.
The recording time left for side A appears on the display.

•f, g or MULTI JOG can also be used to specify

tape length.

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Press wREC/REC MUTE to start recording on
side A.

The tape is rewound to the beginning of side A and
recording starts.
When recording on side A finishes, recording on side B
starts.

•AI Edit Recording cannot be used with discs with more than

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30 tracks. "TR OVER" is displayed.

•Recording cannot start from a point halfway in the tape.

•The reverse mode is set to "[" automatically.

•Recording is impossible if the plastic tab on either side of
the tape is broken off.

Programed Edit Recording

As you program the CD tracks to record, Programed Edit
Recording displays the remaining recording time for each side
of the tape, so you can easily select a set of desired tracks
within the length of your tape.

1

Insert the recording tape in DECK 2.

2

Select the CD function and load disc(s).

3

Press SHIFT+CD EDIT/CHECK twice on the
remote control.

"PRGM" and "EDIT" are displayed and "P C-00"
appears on the display.

4

Press the numbered buttons on the remote
control to enter the length of the recording tape.

10 to 99 minutes can be specified.

•f, g or MULTI JOG can also be used to specify

tape length.

5

Press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc.
Then, press the numbered buttons on the remote
control to select the first track to be recorded on
side A.

-To select the 20th track, press +10, +10 and 0.

-To select the 15th track, press +10 and 5.

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6

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

The remaining recording time of side A is displayed. You
cannot select a track with a longer playing time.

7

Press SHIFT+CD EDIT/CHECK on the remote
control to switch to side B and select the tracks
for the side.

8

Press wREC/REC MUTE to start recording on
side A.

The tape is rewound to the beginning of side A and
recording starts.
When recording on side A finishes, recording on side B
starts.

•You cannot program more than 30 tracks. "FULL" is
displayed.

•You cannot program a track with a track number larger than

30.

•Recording cannot start from a point halfway in the tape.

•The reverse mode is set to "[" automatically.

•Recording is impossible if the plastic tab on either side of
the tape is broken off.

To stop recording

Press s. Recording and CD playback stop simultaneously.

To check the program

1 Before recording, press SHIFT+CD EDIT/CHECK on the

remote control to select side A or B.

2Press f or g repeatedly. The track number and

program number are displayed in succession.

To change the program of each side

Press SHIFT+ CD EDIT/CHECK on the remote control to select
side A or B, and press s to clear the program for the selected
side. Then, select tracks again.

To clear the edit program

Press s twice so that "EDIT" disappears from the display.

To prevent accidental erasure

Break off the plastic tab of the cassette tape with a screwdriver
or other pointed tool. To record on the tape again, cover the
detection slot with adhesive tape.

Side A

Tab for side A

SOUND ADJUSTMENTS

Graphic equalizer

Selects a sound equalization curve to match the music type.

Press HEAVY, VOCAL, SALSA, TECHNO, HIP HOP or
MANUAL.

On the remote control, press GEQ and then press PRESET
M or N repeatedly within 4 seconds.
The selected equalization curve is displayed.

•MANUAL is a customized curve (see "Setting a curve
manually").

To cancel equalization

Press the selected button on the unit again. "GEQ OFF" is
displayed.
On the remote control, press GEQ and then press PRESET
M or N repeatedly within 4 seconds until "GEQ OFF"
is displayed.

Setting a curve manually

The equalization curve can be customized to suit your preference.

1

Adjust the three frequency ranges.

-To adjust the low frequencies (BAS), turn TRIPLE DRIVE.
Adjust from -2 to +6 and MAX.

-To adjust the middle frequencies (MID), hold down
ENTER and turn TREBLE/MIDDLE. Adjust from -6 to
+6.

-To adjust the high frequencies (TRE), turn TREBLE/
MIDDLE. Adjust from -6 to +6.

On the remote control, press SOUND repeatedly to select
the frequency range (BAS, MID or TRE), and then press
M or N within 6 seconds to adjust the level.
If you want to store your customized curve, proceed to
the next step.

2

Hold down MANUAL (GEQ on the remote control)
until "PRESET" flashes in the display and then
press ENTER within 4 seconds.

The customized curve is stored in "MANUAL"

•If you select one of the preset curves such as HEAVY before
step 1, you can customize a curve on it.

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TIMER OPERATIONS

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Sleep timer

Turns off the unit automatically after a specified time.

1

Press SHIFT+SLEEP on the remote control.

"SLP" appears on the display.

2

Press f or g repeatedly to set the sleep
timer duration.

With each press, the timer duration changes in 5-minute
steps between 5 to 240 minutes. If there is no button input
for 6 seconds, the current setting is entered automatically.
The unit turns off after the selected time.

•MULTI JOG is also available in place of f or g.

Tip:

The display is dimmed while the sleep timer is active.

To check the remaining time until the unit turns off

Press SHIFT+SLEEP on the remote control. The remaining
time is displayed for 6 seconds.

To cancel the sleep timer

Press SHIFT+SLEEP twice on the remote control so that "SLP
OFF" is displayed.

Timer playback

Turns on the unit at a specified time for the specified duration.
Make sure the clock is set correctly.

1

On the remote control, press SHIFT+TIMER to
display "

If ENTER is not pressed within 6 seconds, you will exit
the timer setting mode and the previous setting, however,
is entered.

On the unit, press MODE repeatedly to display
"TIMER", and press ENTER within 4 seconds.
Then turn MULTI JOG within 6 seconds to select
"
seconds.

2

Press f or g to set the timer-on time, then
press ENTER or aSET.

3

Press f or g to select the source, then
press ENTER or aSET.

PLAY" and press ENTER.

PLAY", and press ENTER twice within 4

4

Press f or g to set the timer-activated
duration, then press ENTER or aSET.

With each press, the timer-activated duration changes in
5-minute steps between 5 to 240 minutes.

5

Press f or g to adjust the volume level
for timed playback, then press ENTER or aSET.

Adjustable range: 0 to 31

6

Prepare the source.

To play CD(s), load disc(s).
To play the radio, select the band and tune in to the desired
station.
To play a tape, insert the tape and select the deck.
To play external equipment connected to the VIDEO/AUX
jacks, set an external timer for the equipment so that its
playback begins at the same time.

7

Press POWER 6STANDBY/ON to turn the unit
off.

At timer-on time, the unit turns on and plays the selected
source. After the specified timer-activated duration, the
unit turns off again.

Tip:

The display is dimmed while the timer playback is active.

•To stop timer setting in step 2 to 5, press s.

Timer standby mode is also canceled.

•Timer playback will not begin unless the unit is turned off
first.

•Connected equipment cannot be turned on or off by the built­in timer of this unit. Use an external timer.

•MULTI JOG is also available in place of f or g.

•In step 3, TAPE, TUNER, VIDEO/AUX, CD or FUNCTION is
also available to select the source.
In step 5, VOLUME +,- or VOLUME is also available to
adjust the volume level.

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To display the timer setting

Press SHIFT+TIMER on the remote control.
The timer-on time, the source and the timer-activated duration
are displayed for 6 seconds.

Tip:

Timer setting can be displayed even while the unit is turned
off, and at that time if you press ENTER or a within 6 seconds
after SHIFT+TIMER is pressed, you can enter the timer setting
mode and change the setting.

To change the timer setting

Re-set the timer again.

To cancel the timer

Press SHIFT+TIMER on the remote control repeatedly until
"

OFF" is displayed. "5" disappears from the display.

Tip:

Your timer setting is retained even if the timer is canceled.
Next time the timer is activated, you can change your previous
setting, or simply use the same setting again.

Timer recording

Timer recording is available only for TUNER and VIDEO/AUX
(with an external timer) sources.

1

On the remote control, press SHIFT+TIMER
repeatedly to display "

If ENTER is not pressed within 6 seconds, you will exit
the timer setting mode and the previous setting, however,
is entered.

On the unit, press MODE repeatedly to display
"TIMER", and press ENTER within 4 seconds.
Then turn MULTI JOG within 6 seconds to select
"

REC", and press ENTER twice within 4

seconds.

2

Carry out step 2 to step 5 described in "Timer
playback".

3

Prepare the source.

To record the radio, select the band and tune in to the
desired station.
To record external equipment connected to the VIDEO/
AUX jacks, set an external timer for the equipment so that
its playback begins at the same time.

4

Insert the recording tape in DECK 2 and then turn
the unit off.

Tip:

The display is dimmed while the timer recording is active.

REC" and press ENTER.

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REFERENCE

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 unit surfaces are extremely
dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with mild detergent
solution. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine

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or thinner.

To clean the tape heads

Dirty tape heads cause sound deterioration. After every 10
hours of use, clean the tape heads with a head cleaning
cassette. Refer to the instructions of the cleaning cassette.

To demagnetize the tape heads

Use a demagnetizing cassette after every 20 to 30 hours of
use. Refer to the instructions of the demagnetizing cassette.

Care of CDs

When a CD becomes dirty, wipe it from the center out with a
cleaning cloth. After playing a CD, store it in its case. Do not
keep it in hot or humid places.

Care of tapes

Store tapes in their cases after use. Do not leave tapes near
magnets, motors, television sets, or any source of magnetism.
Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, or leave them in a car
parked in direct sunlight.

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Troubleshooting

If your unit fails to perform properly, check the following guide
and the relevant sections of the Operating Instructions.

There is no sound.

•Are the speakers and AC power cord connected properly?

The unit shut off suddenly.

•Possibly a short circuit in the speaker terminals. Disconnect
the AC power cord from the AC power outlet and re-connect
the speaker cords correctly.

The unit blacks out when the unit is turned off.

•Is ECO mode set to on?

Erroneous display.

•Reset the unit.

Poor radio reception.

•Check antenna connection. Adjust the antenna to find the
best reception.

•Move unit and antenna away from other electric appliances
and cords.

The tape does not run.

•Is the deck in pause?

Poor tape sound.

•Check for dirty heads. Clean them if needed.

•Use type I (normal) tapes.

Cannot record.

•Is the erasure prevention tab of the tape broken off? If so,
cover the detection slot with adhesive tape.

The CD player works poorly.

•Is the disc correctly loaded?

•Is the disc dirty?

•Is the lens affected by condensation? If so, wait
approximately one hour and try again.

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.

Resetting the unit

If an unusual condition occurs in the display window or the
cassette deck, reset the unit as follows:
1Press POWER to turn off the power.

If the power cannot be turned off, disconnect the AC power
cord, then plug it in again.

2 Hold down s and press POWER.

Everything stored in memory after purchase is cleared.

Specifications

MAIN UNIT CX-NTR99
TUNER

FM tuning range 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz
FM usable sensitivity (IHF) 13.2 dBf
FM antenna terminal 75 ohms (unbalanced)
AM tuning range 530 kHz to 1710 kHz (10 kHz step)

531 kHz to 1602 kHz (9 kHz step)
AM usable sensitivity 350 µV/m
AM antenna Loop antenna

AMPLIFIER

Main frequency amplifier
Power output 56 W + 56 W (110 Hz - 20 kHz, THD

less than 1 %, 8 ohms)

70 W + 70 W (1 kHz, THD less than

10 %, 8 ohms)
Total harmonic distortion 0.08 % (40 W, 1 kHz, 8 ohms, DIN

AUDIO)
Low frequency amplifier
Power output 88 W + 88 W (30 Hz - 110 Hz, THD

less than 1 %, 4 ohms)

110 W + 110 W (100 Hz, THD less

than 10 %, 4 ohms)
Total harmonic distortion 0.08 % (60 W, 100 Hz, 4 ohms, DIN

AUDIO)
Input VIDEO/AUX: 400 mV
Outputs SPEAKERS MAIN: 8 ohms or more

SPEAKERS LOW FREQ: 4 ohms or

more

PHONES: 32 ohms or more

CASSETTE DECK

Track format 4 tracks, 2 channels stereo
Frequency response 50 Hz – 15 kHz
Recording system AC bias
Heads DECK 1: playback x 1

DECK 2: recording/playback x 1,

erase x 1

CD PLAYER

Laser Semiconductor laser (λ = 780 nm)
D/A converter 1 bit dual
Signal-to-noise ratio 85 dB (1 kHz, 0 dB)
Harmonic distortion 0.05 % (1 kHz, 0 dB)

GENERAL

Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption 140 W
Power consumption With ECO mode on: 0.6 W
in standby mode With ECO mode off: 25 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) 260 x 324 x 391 mm

(10 1/4 x 12 7/8 x 15 1/2 in.)

Weight 10.1 kg (22 lbs 4 oz)

FRONT SPEAKERS SX-NTR99

Speaker system 3 way, bass reflex
Speaker units Woofer: 140 mm (5 5/8 in.) cone x 3

Tweeter: 80 mm (13 1/4 in.) cone
Super tweeter: 20 mm (13/16 in.)
ceramic

Impedance Main: 8 ohms

Low freq.: 4 ohms

Dimensions (W x H x D) 310 x 404 x 340 mm

(12 1/4 x 16 x 13 1/2 in.)

Weight 8.3 kg (18 lbs 5 oz)

Specifications and external appearance are subject to change
without notice.

COPYRIGHT

Check copyright laws relevant to recordings from discs, radio
or tape for the country where the unit is to be used.

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NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.

CAUTION

Modifications or adjustments to this product, which are not
expressly approved by the manufacturer, may void the user’s
right or authority to operate this product.

For assistance and information

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