Aiwa SX-R275, SX-C605, SX-WNA555 User Manual

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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

Water and moisture — Do not use this unit near water, such as near a bathtub, washbowl, swimming pool, or 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.

Ventilation — The unit should be situated with adequate space around it so that proper heat ventilation is assured. AHow 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.

Objects and liquid entry — Take care that objects or liquids do not get inside the unit through the ventilation openings.

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 m unit or cart to overturn or fall.

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.

Wall or ceiling mounting —The unit should not be mounted on a wall or ceiling, unless specified in the Operating Instructions.

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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 yourAiwa dealer in case of difficulty.

Model No. CX-NMA545 SX-WNA555 SX-R275 SX-C605

Serial No. (Lot No.)

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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 firmly secured to avoid being severely

bent, pinched, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to the cord from the unit to the power outlet.

- Avoid overloading AC power plugs and extension cords

beyond their capacity, as this could result in fire or shock.

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.

When not in use — Unplug the AC power cord from the power 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

Outdoor Antenna

Power lines — When connecting an outdoor antenna, make

sure it is located away from power lines.

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, ANS1/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 themselves.

Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code

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Precautions ...........................................m.......................2

PREPARATIONS

SETTING UP ....................................m..................................4

REMOTE CONTROL ...........................................................7

BEFORE OPERATION .......s................................................7

SOUND

AUDIO ADJUSTMENTS .................................................. 10

GRAPHIC EQUALIZER ...................................................

RADIO RECEPTION

MANUAL TUNING ..............#............m.................................ll

PRESETTING STATIONS ................................................ 12

TAPE PLAYBACK

BASIC OPERATIONS ...................................................... 13

CD PLAYING

BASIC OPERATIONS ...................................................... 14

PROGRAMMED PLAY .......................................m............. 15

. ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC SERVICE EOuipMENT

, ~ POWER SERVICE GROUNOING

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

Maintenance Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating Instructions.

Damacre 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.

GROuNDING c0NDucT08s (NEC SECTION 810.21)

GROUND CLAMPS

ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250 PART H)

RECORDING

BASIC RECORDING ........................................................ 16

DUBBING A TAPE MANUALLY ...................................... 17

DUBBING THE WHOLE TAPE

Al EDIT RECORDING ...................................................... 18

PROGRAMMED EDIT RECORDING ............................... 19

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DOLBY PRO LOGIC

ADJUSTING SPEAKER LEVEL BALANCE ...................20

PLAY WITH DOLBY PRO LOGIC ................................... 21

KARAOKE

MICROPHONE MIXING ................................................... 22

KARAOKE PROGRAM .................................................... 23

CLOCK AND TIMER

SETTING THE CLOCK .................................................... 24

SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER ......................................... 24

SETTING THE TIMER ...................................................... 25

OTHER CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ....................... 26

LISTENING TO EXTERNAL SOURCES ......................... 26

GENERAL

CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................... 27

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ......................................... 27

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 28

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PARTS INDEX ...................................................

Back cover

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The DOLBY PRO LOGIC system which is the biggest feature of this stereo system provides you with multi channel sound in your home. Complete setting and connection of the main unit, supplied speakers, your TV and video equipment according to the following procedure.

Check your system and accessories

CX-NMA545 Compact disc stereo cassette receiver SX-WNA555 Front speakers SX-R275 Surround speaker SX-C605 Center speaker

Remote control

Operating Instructions, etc

AM antenna

FM antenna

● No sound is heard from the center and surround speakers when

the DOLBY PRO LOGIC is set to off.

● The center speaker sounds when the DOLBY PRO LOGIC is

set to on.

CONNECTIONS

Before connecting the AC cord The rated voltage of your unit shown on the rear paneI is 120 V

AC, Check that the rated voltage matches your local voltage,

IMPORTANT Connect the speakers, antennas, and all optjonal equipment first.

Then connect the AC cord.

There are no differences between the fr,ont speakers. Both speakers can be connected as L (left) or RI(right).

Connect the right speaker to the main unit.

Connect the speaker cord with the plug to the SPEAKERS

HIGH FREQ R terminal.

To achieve the optimum effects obtainable with the DOLBY PRO

LOGIC system, it is important to position the speakers properly. Refer to the following illustration to find out the best location in

your room.

O Front speakers @ Center speaker

Position in the center of the two front speakers. In addition, position on or below the TV set, if connecting a TV set to the unit.

@ Surround speakers

Place the surround speakers directly to the side of or slightly behind the listening area. Align them horizontally, about 1 meter (3.2 feet) above ear height.

@ Connect the speaker cord with the ‘white stripe to the

SPEAKERS LOW FREQ R ~ terminal and the black cord to the O terminal.

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Connect the left speaker to the rhain unit.

Connect the speaker cord with plug to the SPEAKERS HIGH FREQ L terminal, and another speaker cord to the SPEAKERS LOW FREQ L terminals in the same manner as step 1.

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Riaht s~eaker

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FM antenna

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AM antenna

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Surround speaker

3 Connect the surround speakers.

Connect the surround speaker cords to SURROUND

SPEAKERS terminals.

There is no difference between the surround speakers. Both

speakers can be connected as R (right) or L (left).

Connect the center speaker.

Connect the center speaker cord to CENTER SPEAKER terminal.

5 Connect the supplied antennas.

Connect the FM antenna to FM 75 Q terminals and the AM antenna to AM LOOP terminals.

FM antenna

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AM antenna

Connect the video equipment,

Connect VIDEO/AUX jack of this unit to the audio output jack of the video equipment with an optional audio connecting cord.

Connect the Television to the video equipment.

Refer to the Operating Instructions of the connected equipment for details.

Connect the AC cord to an AC outlet.

The game Demo will begin when the AC cord is plugged into an AC outlet. See page 8 “Game Demo” for details.

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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 antenna:

Position to find the best possible reception.

To stand the AM antenna on a surface

Fix the claw to the slot.

To mount the surround speakers on the wall Mount each speaker on a s~ot that can hold its weiaht.

● Be sure to connect the speaker cords correctly. Improper

connections can cause short circuits in SPEAKERS terminals.

● Do not leave objects generating magnetism, such as credit

cards, 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 antenna near other optional equipment,

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

c Do not unwind the AM antenna wire.

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

To connect other optional equipment+ page 26.

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

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R6(AA)

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

Using the remote control The instructions in this manual refer mainly to the buttons on the main unit. Buttons on the remote control with the same names as those on the main unit can be used as well.

-/+> PRESET on the remote control

The function is the same as that of P on the main unit.

ECO MULTIJ

ENTER

To turn Press one of the function buttons (TAPE, TUNER, VIDEO/AUX, CD). Playback of the inserted disc or tape begins, or the previously tuned station is received (Direct Play Function).

POWER is also available. When the power is turned on, the disc compartment may open and close to reset the unit.

To turn the power off

Press POWER.

Flash window The window on the top of the unit lights up or flashes while the

unit is being powered on. To turn off the light of the top window, press CD. To turn back on, repeat the above.

the power on

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PRESET

● If the remote control 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 inside the display window is exposed to intense light, such as direct sunlight

- Other remote controls are used nearby (those of a television, etc.)

To change the brightness level of the display

1 Press ECO so that “ECO MODE” is displayed.

2 Within 4 seconds, turn MULTI JOG to display “DIM MODE”,

and then press ENTER within 4 seconds.

3 Within 4 seconds, turn MULTI JOG to select the dimmer mode

as below. The mode will be automatically set after 4 seconds. It will also be set if ENTER is pressed within 4 seconds after step

3. DIM-OFF +-+ DIMMER 1 +-+ DIMMER 2~DlMMER 3

DIM-OFF: The normal display. DIMMER 1: The illumination of the display is dimmer than usual. DIMMER 2: The illumination of the display is dimmer than DIMMER 1. DIMMER 3: The illumination of the display is dimmer than DIMMER 2. The spectrum analyzer, the window on the top of the unit, and the button lamps light off.

If the timer recording (page 25) is done with the economizing

mode (page 9) set to “ON” and the power turns off, the dimmer

mode will be set to “DIMMER 3 the next time the power is

turned on.

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When the AC cord is plugged into an AC outlet for the first time after purchase, the game Demo will begin in the display. When the power is turned on, the game Demo will end. When the power is turned off, the game Demo will begin again. Until the clock is set, the game Demo will begin whenever the power is turned off. When the clock is set, the game Demo will not begin even if the power is turned off,

To start or end game Demo when the clock is set Press E when the power is off, the game Demo will begin. To end the game Demo, press CLOCK.

To reset the game Demo Press CLOCK, then press F (when the clock is set).

Press POWER twice to turn the power on/off (when the clock is

not set). The game starts again.

To change the probability of equalizing the three numbers

Press + or > repeatedly to select one of the three probability levels when playing the game Demo. The tray number indicator in the display changes between 1 and 3. As the tray number increases from 1 to 3, the higher the probability of equalizing.

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● While playing the game Demo, ■, 44, ~ and - are

available only for the game Demo. Turn the power on to use

these buttons for the functions such as CD playing, etc.

● During the game Demo, some indicators unrelated to the actual

operation light up on the display.

To play the game Demo

To start the game Demo, press ~

is set and the power is turned off) or press

(when the clock

POWER to turn off the power (when the clock is

not set).

Three numbers on the display start to run.

Press Z once.

The number on the left side stops.

Press ■ twice to stop the remaining two

numbers.

Scoring:

points are given to start the game.

[fall the numbers are eaual, 50 points are added to the score. If not eaual, one point is subtracted. If the gained points reach 9999, you win. If the gained points fall to O, you lose.

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Setting this unit to power economizing mode reduces power consumption as follows.

● When the power is turned off, all the display lights turn off.

However, if the clock is not set, the game Demo (page 8) will begin when the power is turned off.

● If CD or Tape does not play for 10 minutes or if there is no

audio input from any connected external equipment for 10 minutes when VIDEO/AUX is selected as the source, the power

Off.

shuts

● When the power turns on due to timer recording (page 25), the

display brightness level is set to “DIMMER 3 (page 7), all button lamps are off, and the volume is set to the minimum level (0).

● The display brightens only when operating the unit, When the

unit has not been used for 10 seconds, the brightness level switches to the mode previously selected in “DIM MODE. (Page

7) (If the display brightness level is set to “DIM-OFF”, the brightness does not change. When the level is “DIMMER 3,

the button lamps are also turned off,)

To provide reinforcement for the ultra-low frequencies, in addition to the Left/Right 2-channel amplifier used to reproduce mid-tohigh-range frequencies, this system incorporates a second L/R 2-channel amplifier just for reproduction of ultra-low frequencies

making it, in effect, a 4-amplifier system. By utilizing discrete amplifiers for mid to-high-frequencies and low frequencies, highquality sonic reproduction that is virtually free from distortion can be realized. This Multi Amplifier System, which utilizes independent circuitry for the different frequency ranges, enables superb sonic reproduction free from distortion,

The built-in subwoofer System has a separate subwoofer cavity area that is part of the loudspeaker cabinet structure, which acts as asonic filter to cut distortion components. (In the Multi Amplifier System, the ultra-low frequency signals transmitted from their own independent amplifier are reproduced in this area.) This separate construction gives a clear, rich definition to bass reproduction and it can realize clear, well-defined mid-to-high frequency signals. And AlWA’s built-in subwoofer system incorporates a subwoofer capable of powerful, satisfying bass performance with true stereo separation.

Amplifiers for Mid-to-high range frequencies

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Press ECO.

“ECO MODE” will be displayed,

Press ENTER within 4 seconds.

The current power-economizing mode status will be displayed. If the power-economizing mode is OFF: ECO OFF If the power-economizing mode is ON: ECO ON

Turn MULTI JOG within 4 seconds to switch the

power-economizing mode on or off.

Example: When “ON” is selected

The mode will be automatically set after 4 seconds. It will

also be set if ENTER is pressed within 4 seconds after step

Toview the clock when all the display lights turn off, press CLOCK

so that the time is displayed for 4 seconds.

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T-BASS

GRAPHIC EQUALIZER (ROCK,POP,CLASSIC)

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MANUAL SELECT

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Turn VOLUME on the main unit, or press VOL on the remlote control.

The volume level is displayed as a number from Oto MAX (50). The vollume level is automatically set to 20 when the power is turned off with the volume level set to 21 or more.

To change the Ieftiright balance Press MANUAL SELECT on the remote control. L/R is displayed for 2 seconds. Press+ DOWN or within these 2 seconds.

● The DOLBY PRO LOGIC front speakers level is also changed.

(See page 20)

The T-13ASS system enhances the realism of low-frequency sound.

Press ‘T-BASS.

Each time it is pressed, the level changes. Select one of the three levels, or the off position to suit your preference.

➤> UP on the remote control

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PHONES.

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This unit provides the following three different equalization curves. ROCK: Powerful sound emphasizing treble and bass POP: More presence in the vocals and midrange CLASSIC: Enriched sound with heavy bass and fine treble.

Press one of ROCK, POP or CLASSIC.

The selected equalization mode is displayed,

To cancel the selected mode

Press the selected button again. “GEQ OFF is displayed.

To select with the remote control

Press GEQ repeatedly. The GEQ mode is displayed cyclically as follows.

ROCK— POP— CLASSIC— GEQ OFF

(cancel)

Low frequency sound may be distorted when the T-BASS system is used for a disc or tape inwhich low frequency sound is originally emphasized. In this case, cancel the T-BASS system.

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Using the headphones

Connect headphones to the PHONES jack with a standard stereo plug (06.3 mm, ‘/4 inch). No sound is output from the speakers while the headphones are plugged in.

● When the headphones are plugged in, the DOLBY PROLOGIC

is canceled.

Sound adjustment during recording

The output volume and tone of the speakers or headphones are freely varied without affecting the recording.

TUNER BAND

Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to select the

desired band.

FM — AM

When TUNER BAND is pressed while the power is off, the power is turned on directly.

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When an FM stereo broadcast contains noise

Press MONO on the remote control so that “MONO appears on ~g$~ the display.

Noise is reduced. althouah recerXion is monaural. To restore stereo receptfin, repeat the above so that “MONO ~“ ~~ disappears.

To change the AM tuning interval

The default setting of the AM tuning interval is 10 kHz/step. If Z you use this unit in an area where the frequency allocation system o is 9 kHz/step, change the tuning interval.

Press POWER while pressing -. To reset the interval, repeat this procedure.

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

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Press + DOWN or - UP to select a station.

Each time the button is pressed, the frequency changes.

When a station is received, “TUNE is displayed for 2 seconds.

During FM stereo reception, (l@Il] is displayed.

TUNE

To search for a station quickly (Auto Search)

Keep + DOWN or ~ UP pressed until the frequency starts to change rapidly. After tuning in to a station, the search stops. To stop the Auto Search manually, press ++ DOWN or -

UP.

● The Auto Search may not stop at stations with very weak

signals.

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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 to a preset station directly.

Press TUNER BAND to select a band, and press + DOWN or _ UP to select a station.

Press II SET to store the station.

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

Preset number

Use the remote control to select the preset number directly.

1 Press TUNER BAND to select a band.

2 Press numbered buttons O-9 and +10 to select a

preset number.

Example: To select preset number 20, press +1O, +1Oand O. To select preset number 15, press +10 and 5.

Selecting a preset number on the main unit

Press TUNER BAND to select a band. Then, press> repeatedly or turn MULTI JOG. Each time E is pressed, the next ascending number is selected.

To clear a preset station

Select the preset number of the station to be cleared. Then, press

■ CLEAR, and press 11SET within 4 seconds.

The preset numbers of all other stations in the band with higher numbers are also decreased by one.

Repeat steps 1 and 2.

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

“FULL” is displayed if you attempt to store more than 32 preset stations.

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To select a playing deck

When tapes are loaded in both decks, press TAPE first to select a deck. The selected deck number is displayed.

This unit is designed for optimal playback of Type I

(normal) tapes.

12Press TAPE and press A PUSH EJECT to open

the cassette holder.

APUSH

EJECT-

To stop play, press To pause play (deck 2 only), press Il. To resume play, press again. To fast forward or rewind, press + or -. Then press to stop the tape.

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

Press TAPE. The power is turned on and play of the inserted

tape begins.

To set the tape counter to 0000

■ CLEAR in stop mode.

Press

The counter is also set to 0000 when the cassette holder is

opened.

When tapes are loaded in both decks After playback on deck 1finishes, the tape in the deck 2 will start to play without interruption and will stop at the end of the tape.

(Continuous play)

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High position tapes can also be played back in this unit. When playing back a Type II tape, turn MULTI JOG to display “SOF~ in the display. This will set the optimum playback sound for Type II tapes. However, “SOFT” playback will be canceled if any graphic equalizer is selected (page 10), the unit is switched to a different audio source, the cassette holder is open, or when the, power is turned off.

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

Press F to start play.

Only the side facing out from the unit can be played back.

Selected deck number

Tape counter

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CD BLANK SKIP

Press CD, then press A OPEN/CLOSE to open the

disc compartment. Load disc(s) with the label side

up.

To dav one or two discs, place the discs on tray 1 and 2.

To dav three discs, press DISC CHANGE to rotate the trays after placing two discs. Place the third disc on tray 3. Close the disc compartment by pressing 4 OPEN/CLOSE.

To play one disc only, press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3. The selected disc is played once.

To stop play, press 9. To pause play, press 11.To resume play, press again. To search for a particular point during playback, keep or > pressed and release it at the desired point. To skip to the beginning of a track during playback, press

+ or ~ repeatedly or turn MULTI JOG.

To remove discs, press A OPEN/CLOSE.

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

Press CD. The power is turned on and play of the loaded disc(s) begins. When 4 OPEN/CLOSE is pressed, the power is also turned on and the disc compartment is opened.

To check the remaining time During play, press CD EDIT/CHECK. The amount of time remaining until all tracks finish playing is displayed. To restore the playing time display, repeat the above.

Selecting a track with the remote control 1 Press DISC DIRECT PLAY, then press numbered buttons 1-

3 within 3 seconds to select a disc.

2 Press numbered buttons O-9 and +1Oto select a track.

Example: To select the 25th track, press +10, +10 and 5. To select the 10th track, press +10 and O. The selected track starts to play and continues to the end of that disc.

Replacing discs during play

While one discis playing,the otherdiscs can be replaced without

interrupting play. 1 Press DISC CHANGE. 2 Remove the discs and replace with other discs. 3 Press A OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc compartment.

DISC GHANGE

Tray number of the disc to be played Total playing time

Total number of tracks

Load discs.

To tiav all discs in the disc com~artment, press E.

Play begins with the disc on tray 1. Number of track being played

Elapsed playing time

● When loading an 8-cm (3-inch) disc, put it onto the inner circle

of the tray,

● Do not place more than one compact disc on one disc tray.

● Do not tilt the unit with discs loaded. Doing so may cause

malfunctions.

● Do not use irregular shape CDs (example: heart-shaped,

octagonal ones). It may result in malfunctions.

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RANDOM /REPEAT PLAY

Use the remote control,

RANDOM play All the tracks on the selected disc or all the discs can be played randomly.

upto 30

discs.

tracks can be programmed from any of the inserted

REPEAT play A single disc or all the discs can be played repeatedly.

Press RANDOM/REPEAT. Each time it is pressed, the function can be selected cyclically.

RANDOM play — RANDOM lights up on the display,

REPEAT play — % lights up on the display. RANDOM/REPEAT play — RANDOM and ~ light upon the display.

Cancel — RANDOM and C& disappear from the display.

To ~lav all discs, press ~ to start play.

To play a single disc, press one of DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to start play.

m During random play it is not possible to skip to the previously played track with +,

1 Press CD BLANK SKIP.

“CD BLANK SKIP ON” is displayed and a small dot will appear in the display.

Small dot

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Use the remote control.

Press PRGM twice in stop mode.

“PRG” is displayed

● When the PRGM is pressed once in step 1, the unit enters

the KARAOKE PROGRAM (page 23).

Press DISC DIRECT PLAY, then press numbered

buttons 1-3 within 3 seconds to select a disc.

Go to the next step when the tray stops rotating.

Press numbered buttons O-9 and +1Oto program

a track.

Example: To select the 25th track, press +10, +10 and 5, To select the 10th track, press +10 and O.

Total number of

Selected track number

selected tracks

2 Press F to start playback.

The silent portions between tracks will be skipped, and the sound will be played back without interruption. Ifa track fades out (ends with the sound gradually decreasing), the fadeout portion also will be skipped.

To return to normal playback

Press CD BLANK SKIP again, and the dot in the display will disappear.

There may be a case where BLANK SKIP PLAY does not

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function correctly.

“ BLANK SKIP PLAY is automatically canceled when performing

Al EDIT RECORDING (page 18), PROGRAMMED EDIT

RECORDING (page 19), or recording during PROGRAMMED PLAY (page 15) or RANDOM PLAY (page 15).

Program number

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program other tracks.

Press - to start play.

To check the program Each time - or - is pressed in stop mode, a disc number, track number, and program number will be displayed.

To clear the program

■ CLEAR instop mode,

Press To add tracks to the program

Repeat steps 2 and 3 in stop mode. The track will be programmed

after the last track.

To change the programmed tracks

Clear the program and repeat all the steps again To play the programmed tracks repeatedly

After programming the tracks, press RANDOM/REPEAT repeatedly until CL appears on the display.

● During programmed play, you cannot perform random play,

check the remaining time, and select a disc or track, “CAN’T USE” is displayed if you attempt to select a track.

● “FULU is displayed if you attempt to program more than 30

tracks.

Total playing time of the selected tracks

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Sound adjustment during recording The output volume and tone of the speakers or headphones are

freely varied without affecting of the recording.

This section explains how to record from the tuner, CD player, or

!xternal equipment.

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Preparation

● Use Type I (normal) tapes only.

● Set the tape’ to the point where recording will start.

● Note that recording is done on only one side of the tape,

Insert the tape to be recorded on into deck 2.

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

from the unit.

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INSERTING BLANK SPACES

Insertion of 4-second blank spaces enables you to activate the Music Sensor function. (Applicable when the source is TUNER

or VIDEO/AUX.)

To insert a blank s~ace of less than 4 seconds, press

REC/REC MUTE again while ~ is flashing.

To insert blank s~aces of more than 4 seconds, after the deck enters recordingpause mode, press

Each time the button is pressed, a 4-second blank space is

added.

About cassette tapes . To prevent accidental erasure, break offthe plastictabs

● REC/REC MUTE during recording or while in

Press recording pause mode.

~ on the displayflashes for

space is made. Then, the deck enters the recording pause mode.

Press II to resume recording.

4 seconds and 4-second blank

● REC/REC MUTE again.

on the cassette tape after recording with a screwdriver or other pointed tool.

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Press function (CD, TUNER or VIDEO/AUX) and

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prepare the source to be recorded.

To record from a CD, press CD and load the disc(s). To record from a radio broadcast, press TUNER and tune

in to a station.

To record from a connected source, press VIDEO/AUX. Press

When recording from a connected source, start play~ack of

the source.

When the selected function is CD, playback and recording start simultaneously.

To stop recording, press 9. To pause recording, press II. (Applicable when the source is TUNER or VIDEO/AUX) To resume recording, press it again.

To start recording with the remote control

First press 2 seconds.

● REC/REC MUTE to start recording.

●/0 REC/REC MUTE, and then press W<> within

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Side A

To record on the tape again, cover the tab openings with

adhesive tape, etc.

● 120-minuteor longer tapes are extremely thin and easily

deformed or damaged. They are not recommended.

● Take up any slack in the tape with a pencil or similar tool

before use, Slack tape may break or jam in the mechanism.

Tab for side A

“CAN’T REC” is displayed if you attempt to record on a tape with the plastic tabs broken off.

To erase a recording Make sure the microphone is not connected to this unit. Turn MIC MIXING control to MIN (See page 22).

1 Insert the tape to be erased into deck 2 and press TAPE DECK

1/2 to display “TP 2.

2 Set the tape to the point where the erasure is to be started. 3 Press

● REC/REC MUTE to start the erasure.

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

● Note that recording will be done on one side of the tape only.

Press TAPE.

Insert the original tape into deck 1 and the tape

to be recorded on into deck 2.

Insert the tapes with the sides to be played back or recorded on facing out from the unit.

Press TAPE DECK 1/2 to select deck 1.

“TP 1” is displayed.

Press ● REC/REC MUTE to start recording.

Playing and recording start simultaneously.

To stop dubbing

Press 9.

This function allows you to make exact copies of the original tape.

● Dubbing does not start from a point halfway in the tape.

● Note that recording will be done on one side of the tape only.

Press TAPE.

Insert the original tape into deck 1 and the tape

to be recorded on into deck 2.

Insert each tape with the side to be played back or recorded

on facing out from the unit.

Press SYNC DUB to start recording.

The tapes are rewound to the beginning of the front sides,

and recording starts.

To stop dubbing

Press H.

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CD EDITI CHECK

Press

● REC/REC MUTE to start recording on

the first side.

The tape is rewound to the beginning of the first side, the

lead segment is played through starts. When the last track programmed for side A is finished, deck 2 enters the recording stop mode. After entering the

recording stop mode, go to step 7.

Press CD EDIT/CHECK to display the program for

for 10 seconds, and recording

the second recording.

“B” is displayed.

Turn over the tape in deck 2 and press ● REC/

REC MUTE to start recording on the second side.

To stop recording

■ . Recording and CD play stop simultaneously.

Press

1,8

The Al edit recording function enables CD recording without

worrying about tape length and track length. When a CD is inserted, the unit automatically calculates the total track length. If necessary, the order of tracks is rearranged so that no track is cut short. (Al: Artificial Intelligence)

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

Insert the tape into deck 2.

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

from the unit.

Press CD and load the disc(s).

Press CD EDiT/CHECK W.

“EDIT” is displayed.

EDIT

● When “PRGM” is displayed, press CD EDIT/CHECK.

Press

Press numbered buttons O-9 on the remote

DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc.

control to designate the tape length.

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

● w, w or MULTI JOG are also available to designate

the tape length.

Remaining time Programmed

Tape length

of recording tracks for side A

side.

To clear the edit program

■ CLEAR twice so that “EDIT disappears on the display.

Press

To check the order of the programmed track numbers

Before recording, press CD EDIT/CHECK to select side A or B,

and press 4 or * repeatedly.

Programmed

Track number

Tape side Program number

To add tracks from other discs to the edit program

If there is any time remaining on the tape after step 5, you can add tracks from other discs in the CD compartment.

1 Press CD EDIT/CHECK to select side A or B. 2 Press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc. 3 Press numbered buttons on the remote control to select tracks.

A track whose playing time is longer than the remaining time

cannot be programmed.

4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to add more tracks.

on cassette tapes and editing time

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. When the total recording time is a little longer than the tape’s specified recording time after editing, the display shows the extra time (without a minus mark), instead of the time remaining on the tape (with the minus mark).

track numbers

The Al edit recording function cannot be used with discs containing 31 tracks or more. “TR OVER” is displayed if this is attempted.

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Tape side A: First recording side

B: Second recording side

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In the programmed edit recording function the tracks can be programmed while checking the remaining time on each side of

the tape.

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Repeat step 5 for the rest of the tracks for side “=,

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

Press CD EDIT/CHECK to select side B and M‘ $

program the tracks for side B.

After confirming “Bon the display, repeat step 5.

Tape side B (reverse side)

Press CD EDIT/CHECK to select side A and press

● REC/REC MUTE to start recording.

The tape is rewound to the beginning of the front side, the lead segment is played through for 10 seconds, and recording starts. When the last track programmed for side A is finished, deck 2 enters the recording stop mode. After entering the recording stop mode, go to step 9.

Press CD EDIT/CHECK for recording of the

second side.

is displayed.

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The programmed edit recording will not start from a point halfway

in the tape. The tape must be recorded on from the beginning of either side.

Insert the tape into deck 2.

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

from the unit.

Press CD and load the disc(s).

Press CD EDIT/CHECK twice

“EDIT” and “PRGM” are displayed.

● When “Al” is displayed, press CD EDIT/CHECK again.

Press numbered buttons on the remote control

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to designate the tape length.

10 to 99 minutes can be specified.

“ The -, - or MULTI JOG are also available to designate

the tape length.

Tape length Tape side A (front side)

Maximum recording

time for side A

10 Turn over the tape in deck 2 and press @ REC/

REC MUTE to start recording.

Recording starts.

To stop recording

■ . Recording and CD play stop simultaneously.

Press

To check the order of the programmed track numbers

Before recording, press CD EDIT/CHECK to select side A or B,

and press U or - repeatedly.

Programmed track

Disc number Track number

Tape side Program number

To change the program of each side Press CD EDIT/CHECK to select side A or B, and press E CLEAR to clear the programon the selected side. Then program

tracks again.

To clear the edit program

■ CLEAR twice so that “EDIT” disappears on the display.

Press

numbers

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

Then, press numbered buttons O-9 and +10 on the remote control to program a track.

Example: To select the 10th track of disc 2, press DISC DIRECT PLAY 2, then press +10 and O.

Programmed

tracks

Selected track number

Program number

Remaining time on side A

● Up to 30 tracks can be programmed from any of the inserted

discs.

● “FULL” is displayed if you attempt to program more than 30

tracks.

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The DOLBY PRO LOGIC feature and the center and rear speakers (standard) assure full-scale home theater sound. When

playing back laser discs or video software that have been

recorded in Dolby Surround, astonishingly realistic sound surrounds the listener to create a new level of audio/visual entertainment.

Independent control of the four sound channels allows the listener to enjoy the same type of sound reproduction experienced in movie theaters. Voices are reproduced in the front and center sound field, while ambient sounds like cars and crowds are

reproduced on all sides of the listener for an incredibly lifelike audio/video experience. Please read the following carefully to “tune” the system’s output to match the characteristics of your listening space.

Check the following:

● Before using the DOLBY PRO LOGIC, adjust the proper

balance of speaker sound levels.

● Make sure the supplied speakers are properly connected and

positioned. (See page 4 and 5)

● Make sure the TV set and video unit are properly connected.

(See page 5)

● Make sure the laser disc, video tape, etc., support

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SURROUND\ .

Press MANUAL SELECT and hold it down for

about 4 seconds until “L” flashes.

A noise signal is sent to each channel in turn in the following sequence.

L: Left speaker+ CEN: Center speaker-R: Right speaker

SUR: Surround speakers <

Adjust the sound level of the center and the

surround speakers.

While “CEN” or “SUR is displayed, press + DOWN or > UP on the remote control to adjust the volume of the center or each surround speaker to match the level of the front speakers.

To adjust the balance between the left and right front speakers, see page 10. At this time, the DOLBY PRO LOGIC mode should be canceled by pressing DOLBY PRO LOGIC until the “PRO-OFF is displayed.

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The unit is equipped with a built-in test signal generator called a

noise sequencer for easy balance adjustment of all 4 channels. The sequencer outputs a noise signal that “travels” from channel to channel, enabling the simple adjustment of sound level achieve, at the listening position, the same apparent loudness from each channel.

Use the remote control.

Press DOLBY PRO LOGIC to select “NORMAL”.

“NORMAL” is displayed. If “PHANTOM” or “3 STEREO” is displayed, press DOLBY

PRO LOGIC repeatedly until“NORMAL” is selected.

Press MANUAL SELECT again to stop the noise

signal.

When the sequencer outputs a noise signal, a clicking sound

might be heard from the speakers due to the characteristics of

the circuit. This is not malfunction.

About the channels The left and right front speakers create the stereo effect. The center speaker helps achieve precise sound positioning

over a broad sound field. The rear-mounted surround speakers enhance the “depth” of the sound field.

To change the delay time

The surround speakers reproduce sounds a split second after the front speakers. The delay is initially set to 20 ms

(milliseconds).

To change this standard delay time, press MANUAL SELECT

onthe remote control repeatedly until“TIME is displayed. Then, press ~ DOWN or - UP, Each time one of the buttons is pressed, the delay time changes as shown below.

15mS+20mS++30mS

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ADDITIONAL DOLBY PRO LOGIC MODES

In addition to the NORMAL mode, this unit is also equipped with the PHANTOM and the 3 STEREO modes. PHANTOM mode: Use this mode when no center speaker is connected. The center channel signals are output through the left and right speakers. 3 STEREO mode: Use this mode when no surround speakers are connected. This mode reproduces rear sounds through the front speakers.

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Press VIDEO/AUX and start playback of the video

source,

“VIDEO is displayed.

Press DOLBY PRO LOGIC,

“NORMAL” is selected, and the playback sound has the DOLBY PRO LOGIC effect.

To cancel DOLBY PRO LOGIC mode Press DOLBY PRO LOGIC repeatedly until “PRO-OFF” is displayed.

To change the sound levels during playback After adjusting the balance with the noise sequencer, the sound levels of the center or each surround speaker can be adjusted during playback of laser discs or video software. 1 Press MANUAL SELECT on the remote control repeatedly

to select “CEN” (center speaker) or “SUR” (surround speakers).

2 While the “CEN” or “SUR is displayed, press + DOWN or

> UP on the remote control to adjust the volume.

To select PHANTOM or 3 STEREO Press DOLBY PRO LOGIC repeatedly until the desired DOLBY

PRO LOGIC mode is displayed. The DOLBY PRO LOGIC mode

is displayed cyclically as follows.

~ NORMAL ~ PRO-OFF (cancel) ~

To adjust the balance of connected speaker sound levels

Carry out steps 2 to 4 of “ADJUSTING SPEAKER LEVEL BALANCE”.

~ PHANTOM + 3 STEREO

● Depending on the sound source and/or listening conditions, a

surround effect may not be obtained even when the DOLBY PRO LOGIC is on,

● The full DOLBY PRO LOGIC effect cannot be obtained when

using software without nnbo~ SUnEO@mark.

● The DOLBY PRO LOGIC is automatically canceled when the

headphones are plugged in or the KARAOKE function isturned on.

● Turn MIC MIXING to MIN (page 22) while the DOLBY PRO

LOGIC is on. Otherwise, the DOLBY PRO LOGIC sound can not be reproduced correctly.

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This unit can use discs or tapes as Karaoke sources.

Use the vocal fader function for ordinary discs or tapes. Use the multiplex function for multi audio discs or tapes.

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A microphone allowing you to sing along to music sources. Use a microphone with mini plugs (03.5 mm, ‘/8 inch).

Connect your microphone to the

Press one of the function buttons to select the

(not supplied) can be connected to this unit,

source to be mixed, and play the source.

Adjust the volume and

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Turn MIC MIXING control to adjust the

tone of the source.

microphone volume.

To record microphone sound mixed with source sound

Follow the procedure for recording from the sound source (see page 16), SYNC DUB cannot be used for mixing recording.

When not using the microphones

Turn MIC MIXING control to MIN and remove the microphone from the MIC jack.

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MIC jack.

Press KARAOKE repeatedly to select the vocal fader or multiplex function.

Each time KARAOKE is pressed, one of these functions is

selected cyclically.

@ Vocal Fader

The singer’s voice becomes softer than the accompaniment.

@ Multiplex

The sound on the left channel is heard from both speakers and the sound on the right channel is muted. To hear the sound on the right channel, see below.

@ Cancel

To change the audible channel in Multiplex function

When Multiplex is selected, “MPX -L” is displayed for 3 seconds

and changes to the selected function name. After the selected

function name is displayed, kee~ txessing KARAOKE until “MPX-

R“ is displayed.

To return to the initial setting, select MPX-L.

When the power is turned off, MPX-L is restored.

● The Karaoke functions may not operate correctly with the

following kinds of CDs or tapes.

- Those with monaural sound

- Those recorded with strong echoes

- Those with the vocal part recorded on the right or left side of the sound width

● While the Karaoke function is on, the sound is output as

monaural.

● When the function is changed, the Karaoke function is canceled.

● If a microphone is held too near the speakers, a howling sound

may be produced. In this case, hold the microphone away from the speakers, or decrease the microphone volume.

● If sound through the microphone is extremely loud, it may be

distorted. In this case, decrease the microphone volume.

Recommended microphones

The use of unidirectional type microphones is recommended to prevent howling. Contact your local Aiwa dealer for details.

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Before or during CD play, you can reserve up to 15 tracks to be played after the current track. Each reservation is cleared when it finishes playing.

Use the remote control.

Press CD and load the discs.

Press PRGM once

Press DISC DIRECT PLAY, then press numbered

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buttons 1-3 within 3 seconds to select a disc.

Then, press numbered buttons O-9 and + 10 to

program a track,

To add a reservation during play

Repeat step 3.

To check the reserved tracks

Press CD EDITICHECK repeatedly. Each time it is pressed, the $- @ disc number and track number are displayed in the reserved order.

To stop play

Press

■ .

When E is pressed, the play starts from the last track again.

To skip a current track

Press ~. The skipped track is cleared from the program.

To clear all the reservations

Press > repeatedly until “K - POO is displayed.

Press it once more to cancel the Karaoke programs. The display

returns to that of CD play.

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QIf the reserved track number does not exist on the selected

disc, the unit stops playing and the display flashes. In this case, press - to skip the error track. Then press ~

to start play with the next reserved track.

● When PRGM is Dressed re~eatedlv in ste~ 2, “PRGM” is

displayed and the unit enters CD program play ‘mode (page

15).

To cancel program play, press 9 CLEAR.

Reserved disc number

Repeat step 3 to reserve other tracks.

Press F to start play.

After a track is played, it is cleared from the program.

Currently playing disc

Track number of the last reservation

Reserved track number

Disc number of the last reservation

Currently playing

track number flashes.

Number of remaining reserved tracks

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The clock isdisplayed. (The “:” between the hours and minutes flashes.) When the power cord is plugged into an AC outlet

for the first time after purchase or when the clock setting is

canceled due to a power failure, the entire clock display

flashes.

Press CLOCK.

Within

4 seconds, turn MULTI JOG to designate

the hour and the minute.

Turning MULTI JOG changes both the hour and the minute.

+ or * is also available instead of MULTI JOG. Holding

these buttons down will vary the time rapidly.

Press ENTER or Il.

The clock starts from 00 seconds.

To restore an original clock setting

Press CLOCK before completing step 3 to restore the previous

time setting. This cancels any new setting.

To view the clock when another display is in the display

Press CLOCK. The time is displayed for 4 seconds and then the original display reappears. However, the clock cannot be displayed during recording.

To switch to the 24-hour standard

Press the CLOCK and then press

Repeat the same procedure to restore the 12-hour standard.

■ within 4 seconds.

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

Use the remote control.

Press SLEEP.

Within 4 seconds, turn MULTI JOG to specify the time until the power is turned off.

The time changes between 5 and 240 minutes in 5-minute steps. +4 and > are also available instead of MULTI JOG.

Specified time

While the timer is in operation, the display indication is dimmer than usual.

To check the time remaining until the power is turned off

Press SLEEP once. The remaining time is displayed for 4

seconds.

To cancel the sleep timer

Press SLEEP twice so that “SLEEP oFP appears on the display.

If the clock display flashes

If the display flashes when the clock is displayed, it indicates that the clock has stopped due to a power failure or the removal of the power cord. The current time needs to be reset.

m If the power-economizing mode (page 9) is on, all the display lights turn off when the power is turned off. To view the clock, press CLOCK so that the time is displayed for 4 seconds.

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Adjust the volume.

The source sound will play at the volume level set in this step when the power is turned on by the timer.

If the volume level is set to 21 or higher, however, it will

automatically be set to 20 when the power is turned on.

Prepare the source.

To listen to a CD, load the disc to be played first on tray 1. To listen to a tape, insert the tape into deck 1 or 2. To listen to the radio, tune in to a station.

Press POWER to turn off the power.

When the timer-on time is reached; the unit turns on and

begins play with the selected source.

You can change the source that was selected in step 1 by pressing one of the function buttons before pressing ENTER or

II in step 3.

The unit can be turned on at a specified time every day with the

built-in timer.

Preparation

Make sure the clock is set correctly.

Press one of the function buttons to select a

source.

If TUNER BAND is pressed, the band cannot be selected in

this step.

Press TIMER repeatedly until @ appears on

the

display.

Time and audio source name flash alternately.

Within 6 seconds, turn MULTI JOG to designate

the timer-on time, then press ENTER or II.

Turning MULTI JOG changes both the hour and the minute.

++ or - is also available instead of MULTI JOG. Holding

these buttons down will vary the time rapidly.

To check the timer setting

Press TIMER. The selected source, the timer-on time, and the duration for the timer-activated period will be displayed for 4 seconds.

To change any of the previous setting

Carry out from step 1,

However, if you do not change the timer-on time, in step 3 just press ENTER twice and continue from step 4.

To cancel the timer standby mode temporarily Press TIMER repeatedly so that O disappears. To restore the timer standby mode, press”again to display ~.

Using the unit while the timer is set

You can use the unit normally after setting the timer. Before turning off the power,-carry out st;p 5 and 6.

● Timer playback and timer recording will not begin unless the

power is turned off.

● Connected equipment cannot be turned on and off by the built-

in timer of this unit. Use an external timer,

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Within 4 seconds, turn MULTI JOG to select the duration for the timer-activated period.

The duration can be set between 5 and 240 minutes in 5 minute steps. ++ or ~ is also available instead of MULTI JOG.

The duration will be automatically set after 4 seconds. It will also be set if ENTER or 1I is pressed within 4 seconds after step 4.

Timer recording is applicable for TUNER and VIDEO/AUX (with

an external timer) sources only.

Press either TUNER BAND or VIDEO/AUX to select a source,

then press TIMER repeatedly until @ flashes on the display.

Within 6 seconds, carry out the steps of “SETTING THE TIMER”

from step 3 and insert the tape to be recorded on into deck 2

after step 6.

● When the power-economizing mode (page 9) has been turned

on, the timer recording volume level will be O(minimum level).

● You cannot use the timer function to record from a CD or tape.

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_ VIDEO/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.

This unit can input analog sound signals through these jacks. Use a cable with RCA phono plugs to connect audio equipment (turntables, LD players, MD players, VCRs, TV, etc.). Connect the red plug to the VIDEO/AUX R jack, and the white plug to the VIDEO/AUX L jack.

When connecting a turntable

Use anAiwa turntable equipped with a built-in equalizer amplifier.

This unit can output CD digital sound signals through this jack. Use an optical cable to connect digital audio equipment (DAT deck, MD recorder, etc.). Remove the dust cap @ from the CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)

jack, Then, connect an optical cable plug to the CD DIGITAL

OUT (OPTICAL) jack.

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

1 Press VIDEO/AUX.

“VIDEO appears on the display.

2 Play the connected equipment.

To change a source name in the display

When VIDEO/AUX is pressed, “VIDEO” is displayed initially. It can be changed to “VIDEO, “AUX or “TV. With the power on, press POWER while pressing VIDEO/AUX.

Repeat the procedure to select one of the names.

To adjust the sound level of the external source

When the sound level of the external source is much higher or much lower than that of other function sources, adjust it as follows.

1 Press VIDEO/AUX and play the equipment.

2 Press ++ or -so that the sound level becomes the same

as that of other function sources.

During recording, the sound level can not be adjusted.

When the CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack is not being used

Attach the supplied dust cap.

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Occasional care and maintenance of the unit and the software

are needed to optimize the performance of your unit.

If the unit fails to perform as described

Instructions, check the following guide.

in these Operating

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 tape heads with a head cleaning cassette.

Refer to the instructions of the cleaning cassette for details.

To demagnetize the tape heads

The tape heads may become magnetized after long-term use.

This may narrow the output range of recorded tapes and increase

noise. After every 20 to 30 hours of use, demagnetize the tape heads with a separately sold demagnetizing cassette.

Refer to the instructions of the demagnetizing cassette for details.

Care of discs

● When a disc becomes dirty, wipe the disc from the center out

with a cleaning cloth.

● After playing a disc, store the disc in its case. Do not leave the

disc 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 downgrade the sound quality and cause noise.

● Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, or leave them in a car

parked in direct sunlight.

GENERAL

There is no sound. QIs the AC cord connected properly?

● Is there a bad connection? (+ page 4, 5)

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

+ Disconnect the AC cord, then correct the speaker

connections,

● Was an incorrect function button pressed?

Sound is emitted from one speaker only.

● Is the other speaker disconnected?

The output sound is not stereo.

● Is the Karaoke function turned on? (+ page 22)

An erroneous display or a malfunction occurs.

+ Reset the unit as stated below.

The power is not turned on.

+ Disconnect the AC cord, and connect it again in a few

seconds.

TUNER SECTION

There is constant, wave-like static.

● Is the antenna connected properly? (+ page 5)

● Is the signal weak?

+ Connect an outdoor antenna,

The reception contains noise interferences or the sound

is distorted.

● Is the system picking up external noise or multipath distortion?

+ Change the orientation of the antenna.

+ Move the unit away from other electrical appliances.

CASSETTE DECK SECTION The tape does not run,

● Is deck 2 in pause mode? (+ page 13)

The sound is off-balance or not adequately high.

● Is the playback head dirty? (+ page 27)

Recording is not possible.

● Is the erasure prevention tab on the tape broken off? (+ page

16)

● Is the recording head dirty? (+ page 27)

Erasure is not possible.

● Is the erasure head dirty? (+ page 27)

● Is a metal tape being used?

High frequency sound is not emitted.

● Is the recording/playback head dirty? (+ page 27)

CD PLAYER SECTION The CD player does not play.

● Is the disc correctly placed? (+ page 14)

● Is the disc dirty? (+ page 27)

● Is the lens affected by condensation?

+ Wait approximately one hour and try again.

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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 POWER to turn the power back on while pressing ,

CLEAR. 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 connect it

again. Then carry out step 2.

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