Denon D-A03 User Manual

PERSONAL AUDIO SYSTEM

D-A03

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODE D’EMPLOI
INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACION

EQ

AUXFM/AM

C D

POWER

VOLUME

SDB

TUNING/
PRESET

REMOTE
SENSOR

PHONES

VERTICAL LOADING SYSTEM
COMPACT DISC PLAYER

PERSONAL AUDIO SYSTEM / CD STEREO RECEIVER

40-STATION PRESET MEMORY
6-MODE PRESET EQUALIZER

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

EQ

AUXFM/AM

C D

POWER

VOLUME

SDB

TUNING/
PRESET

REMOTE
SENSOR

PHONES

VERTICAL LOADING SYSTEM
COMPACT DISC PLAYER

PERSONAL AUDIO SYSTEM / CD STEREO RECEIVER

40-STATION PRESET MEMORY
6-MODE PRESET EQUALIZER

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

FOR ENGLISH READERS PAGE 2 ~ PAGE 39
POUR LES LECTEURS FRANCAIS PAGE 2, 4, 40 ~ PAGE 74
PARA LECTORES DE ESPAÑOL PÁGINA 2, 4, 75 ~ PÁGINA 109

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IMPORTANT TO SAFETY

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

1.Handle the power supply cord carefully

Do not damage or deform the power supply cord. If it is
damaged or deformed, it may cause electric shock or
malfunction when used. When removing from wall outlet,
be sure to remove by holding the plug attachment and not
by pulling the cord.

2.Do not open the top cover

In order to prevent electric shock, do not open the top
cover.
If problems occur, contact your DENON DEALER.

3.Do not place anything inside

Do not place metal objects or spill liquid inside the system.
Electric shock or malfunction may result.

Please, record and retain the Model name and serial number
of your set shown on the rating label.
Model No. D-A03 Serial No.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER­SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

NOTE:

This system uses the semiconductor laser. To allow you to
enjoy music at a stable operation, it is recommended to use
this in a room of 5°C ( 41°F ) ~ 35°C ( 95°F ).

CAUTION:

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR REFOR­MANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE.

THE COMPACT DISC PLAYER SHOULD NOT BE
ADJUSTED OR REPAIRED BY ANYONE EXCEPT
PROPERLY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements
of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes
les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur
du Canada.

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS
(POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE
BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE.

ATTENTION

POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE
PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN
PROLONGATEUR UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU
UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES
LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS
EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should
be followed.

5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by
the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water – for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry
tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product.
Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory
recommended by the
manufacturer.

9. A product and cart
combination should be
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may
cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.

10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and
to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have
been adhered to.

11. Power Sources – This product 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 product dealer or local power company. For
products intended to operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped 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.

13. 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.

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or
cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810
of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 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 Figure A.

16. Lightning – For added protection for this product 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 product due to lightning and power-line surges.

17. 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.

18. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.

19. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into
this product through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

20.

Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself
as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.

21.

Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service

personnel
under the following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the

product,
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are

covered by the operating instructions as an improper

adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will

often require extensive work by a qualified technician to

restore the product to its normal operation,
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way,

and
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance

– this indicates a need for service.

22. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics
as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

23. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to
this product, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is in proper operating
condition.

24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product should be mounted to
a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

25. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

FIGURE A

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

GROUND
CLAMP

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION /
NOTAS SOBRE EL USO

• Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion
when installed on a rack.

• Eviter des températures élevées
Tenir compte d’une dispersion de
chaleur suffisante lors de
l’installation sur une étagère.

• Evite altas temperaturas.
Permite la suficiente dispersión del
calor cuando está instalado en la
consola.

• Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the
cord.

• Manipuler le cordon d’alimenta-tion
avec précaution.
Tenir la prise lors du débranchement
du cordon.

• Maneje el cordón de energía con
cuidado.
Sostenga el enchufe cuando
desconecte el cordón de energía.

• Keep the set free from moisture,
water, and dust.

• Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité,
l’eau et lapoussière.

• Mantenga el equipo libre de
humedad, agua y polvo.

• Unplug the power cord when not
using the set for long periods of
time.

• Débrancher le cordon d’alimenta-tion
lorsque l’appareil n’est pas utilisé
pendant de longues périodes.

• Desconecte el cordón de energía
cuando no utilice el equipo por
mucho tiempo.

* (For sets with ventilation holes)

• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.

• No obstruya los orificios de
ventilación.

• Do not let foreign objects in the set.

• Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers
dans l’appareil.

• No deje objetos extraños dentro del
equipo.

• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and
thinner come in contact with the set.

• Ne pas mettre en contact des
insecticides, du benzène et un
diluant avec l’appareil.

• No permita el contacto de
insecticidas, gasolina y diluyentes
con el equipo.

• Never disassemble or modify the set
in any way.

• Ne jamais démonter ou modifier
l’appareil d’une manière ou d’une
autre.

• Nunca desarme o modifique el
equipo de ninguna manera.

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— TABLE OF CONTENTS —

z

Features …………………………………………………………… 5

x

Connections …………………………………………………… 6, 7

c

Part Names and Functions ………………………………… 8~10

v

Remote Control Unit …………………………………………… 11

b

Clock Adjustment …………………………………………… 12, 13

n

Playing CDs ………………………………………………… 14~17

m

Listening to the Radio ……………………………………… 18~20

,

Volume and Tone Adjustments ………………………………… 21

.

CD Functions ……………………………………………… 22~26

⁄0

Using the Timers …………………………………………… 27~34

⁄1

Cleaning ………………………………………………………… 35

⁄2

CDs ……………………………………………………………… 36

⁄3

Messages ………………………………………………………… 36

⁄4

Troubleshooting …………………………………………… 37, 38

⁄5

Major Specifications …………………………………………… 39

• ACCESSORIES

Please check to make sure the following items are included with the main unit in the carton:

q AM loop antenna ………………………………………………… 1
w FM antenna ……………………………………………………… 1
e Remote control unit (RC - 911) ………………………………… 1

r R 6 P/AA batteries ……………………………………………… 2
t Operating instructions ………………………………………… 1
y Service station list ……………………………………………… 1

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FEATURES

1. 40-Stations Preset Memory

(See Page 19)

2. 6-Modes Preset Equalizer

(See Page 21)

3. Built-in deep bass circuit

(See Page 21)

Copyrights

2 It is prohibited by law to reproduce, broadcast, rent or play discs in public without the consent of the copyright holder.

CAUTION

✽ The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with iteme, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains,

etc.

✽ No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
✽ Please be care the environmental aspects of battery disposal.
✽ The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing for use.
✽ No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

ewq r

10 cm or greater

• CAUTION ON INSTALLATION

Wall

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CONNECTIONS

• Do not plug in the power plug into an outlet until all connections
have been completed.

• Insert the power plug securely. An incomplete connection will
cause noise to occur.

NOTES:

• Do not bundle the (pin plug) connection cables together or place
them close to other electrical products such as TVs since this may
cause hum or other noise.

(1) Connecting Antennas and Audio Equipment

1. Pull out 2. Bend 3. Insert into hole 1. Lower the lever 2. Insert wire 3. Release

Rear Panel Names and Connections

Connection of Audio Equipment

q

FM antenna terminal

w

MONO output terminal

e

AUX input terminal

r

AM loop antenna terminals

• These connect the supplied AM loop antenna.

MONO

OUT

AM

LOOP ANT.

FM

AUX IN

ANTENNA

wq e r

5
0

M
I
N

To listen to equipment that is connected to the external input
terminals, set the input to “AUX” with the remote control
external input selection button.

Assembly of the AM loop antenna Connection of the AM loop antenna

Super woofer

FM antenna

Power cord

Use a connection cable
that is available on the
market.

Portable player, etc.

AM loop antenna

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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(2) Setting Up the Antennas

Setting Up the AM Loop Antenna

Connection of an AM Outdoor Antenna

Ground Rod

Setting Up an FM Indoor Antenna

Tune in an FM broadcast (See Page 18) and while listening to
the sound find the position where distortion and noise are at
a minimum. Secure the antenna at this position by taping the
ends of the antenna in place or by using thumb tacks.

Tune in an AM broadcast (See Page 18) and while listening
to the sound separate the antenna from the main unit as
much as possible and place the antenna in a position where
distortion and noise are at a minimum. In some
circumstances, a reverse polarity of the connection will
provide better reception.
Failure to connect the AM loop antenna, or placement near
metal objects will result in poor reception of AM broadcasts.

Connect the signal wires of the AM outdoor antenna to the
AM antenna terminals (marked AM ANTENNA). Be certain to
leave the supplied AM loop antenna connected.

AM

LOOP ANT.

• A ground connection can serve to prevent an electrical
shock accident. Embed a ground rod in the ground or
make a connection to an iron water pipe.

• Do not make a connection to a gas pipe because this is
very dangerous.

AM antenna terminals

AM outdoor antenna
(10 to 12 meters of vinyl covered wire)

LOOP ANT.

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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

(1) Front Panel

5 OPEN/CLOSE

SKIP

TUNER

AUX

ON/STANDBY

VOL.

UP

DOWN

PLAY MODE

C D

q w

t

u

i o

e

r

y

REMOTE
SENSOR

PHONES

VERTICAL LOADING SYSTEM
COMPACT DISC PLAYER

PERSONAL AUDIO SYSTEM / CD STEREO RECEIVER

40-STATION PRESET MEMORY
6-MODE PRESET EQUALIZER

!0 !1

!4 !2!3

q

Power Operation Switch (ON/STANDBY)

• Press to switch on the power and press again to set
the standby mode.

w

TUNER Button

• Press to switch the input to “TUNER”.

e

External Input Selection Button (AUX)

• See Page 6.

r

Play Mode Select Button (PLAY MODE)

• See Page 23.

t

Skip Button (8/9)

• Permits fast reverse and forward of the track.

• Used to adjust the reception frequency when the
function is set to tuner.

y

CD Play/Pause Button (CD 1/3)

• Press to switch the input to “CD” and start playing
the CD if one has been loaded.

• Press again to pause the track.

u

CD Stop Button (CD 2)

• Use to stop play or recording.

• Press to switch the input to “CD”.

i

Volume Control Button (VOL. UP/DOWN)

• Use to lower or raise the volume.

o

CD Door Open/Close Button (5)

• Press and the CD door goes down.

• Press again and the CD door goes up.

!0

CD Door

• A press of the CD Door Open/Close button makes the
door go down and allows a CD to be loaded.

!1

Speakers

!2

REMOTE SENSOR

• Aim the supplied remote control at this sensor and
operate.

!3

Display

• See Page 9.

!4

Headphone Jack (PHONES)

• Allows the use of headphones (available on the
market).

• Insertion of the headphone plug switches off the
sound from the speakers and allows you to listen just
from the headphones.

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(2) Display

RANDOM PROG TUNED STEREO

ST

SLEEP

TIMER

PLAY

REMAIN TO TAL

REPEAT

EQ

SDB

KHz
MHz

DISC

TRACK

FM

AM

q

w

q

Main Display Portion

• Displays the various functions, the time, the timer
setting time, and other information.

• The following information is displayed when the
function is switched to CD.

• Track number display portion (TRACK):

When there is a disc

Stop condition:

Total number of tracks contained on the disc

Play and program play mode:

Track number currently playing

• Time display portion:

When there is a disc

Stop condition:

Total time of the disc

Play and program play mode:

Elapsed time during play

• The volume level is displayed when the volume is
adjusted.

w

Mode display portion

1:

Lights during play.

3

:

Lights during pause.

RANDOM:

Lights during random play.

REPEAT:

Lights as follows during repeat play.

PROG:

Lights as follows during program play.

TUNED:

Lights when a broadcast is received.

STEREO:

Lights when stereo is selected.

:

Lights when a stereo broadcast is received.

SLEEP:

Displayed during the operation of the sleep timer.

:

Lights when the timer has been set.

PLAY:

Lights when timer playback is set.

/ :

Displays the currently set tone condition.

SDBEQ

TIMER

ST

C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

RC-911

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(3) Names and Functions of the Remote Control Buttons

Power Button (POWER)

CD Play/Pause Button (CD

1/3)

........................................................(14)

CD Stop Button (CD

2)

........................................................(15)

Automatic Search Buttons
(

8/9) .............................(15 , 18)

Tuning/Preset Button (–/+)

........................................................(19)

ENTER Button (ENTER)

CLEAR Button (CLEAR)

Remote control signal transmitter

Band Select Button (FM/AM)

........................................................(18)

External Input Selection Button

(AUX) ................................................(6)

Volume Adjustment Buttons

(VOLUME / ) ......................(21)

Super Dynamic Bass Button

(SDB) ..............................................(21)

Equalizer Button (EQ)

........................................................(21)

TIMER/DELETE Button

(TIMER/DELETE).....................(12 , 28)

PLAY MODE Select Button

(PLAY MODE) .................................(23)

Program Button (PROG.)

........................................................(24)

Direct Selection Button

........................................................(22)

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REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

2 The D-A03 can be controlled from a distance using the included remote control unit (RC - 911).

(1) Inserting Batteries

q Remove the remote control unit’s rear cover.

w Place two R 6 P (AA) batteries in the battery compartment

in the direction indicated by the marks.

e Close the rear cover.

Cautions On Batteries

• Use R6P (AA) batteries in this remote control unit.

• Replace the batteries with new ones approximately
once a year, though this depends on the frequency
with which the remote control unit is used.

• If the remote control unit does not operate from close
to the main unit, replace the batteries with new ones,
even if less than a year has passed.

• The included battery is only for verifying operation.
Replace it with a new battery as soon as possible.

• When inserting the batteries, be careful to do so in the
proper direction, following the < and > marks in the
remote control unit’s battery compartment.

• To prevent damage or battery fluid leakage:

• Do not use a new battery with an old one.

• Do not use two different types of batteries.

• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of

batteries in flames.

• Remove the batteries when not planning to use the
remote control unit for a long period of time.

• If the batteries should leak, carefully wipe off the fluid
from the inside of the battery compartment, then insert
new batteries.

(2) Using the Remote Control Unit

• When operating the remote control unit, point it at the
remote control sensor as shown on the diagram.

• The remote control unit can be used from a direct
distance of approximately 7 meters. This distance will
be shorter, however, if there are obstacles in the way
or if the remote control unit is not pointed directly at
the remote control sensor.

• The remote control unit can be operated at a horizontal
angle of up to 30° with respect to the remote control
sensor.

30°

30°

NOTES:

• It may be difficult to operate the remote control unit if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong
artificial light.

• Do not press buttons on the main unit and on the remote control unit at the same time. Doing so will result in malfunction.

Approx. 7 meters

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CLOCK ADJUSTMENT

5 OPEN/CLOSE

SKIP

TUNER

AUX

ON/STANDBY

VOL.

UP

DOWN

PLAY MODE

C D

(1) Clock adjustment

C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

RC-911

(Example) Set the current time to “PM7:30” (7:30 p.m.).

1

Press (or on the remote control) to turn the

power on.

POWER

ON/STANDBY

2

CD NO DISC

Press on the remote control.

TIMER/DELETE

SLEEP 1:00

3

4

5

6

Within 10 seconds, press on the remote control

to select “ TIME ADJUST ”.

TUNING/
PRESET

Within 10 seconds, press on the remote control.

ENTER

Press on the remote control to adjust the hour

“ PM 7 ”, and then press on the remote control.

ENTER

TUNING/
PRESET

Press to adjust the minutes “ 30 ”, and then

press .

ENTER

TUNING/
PRESET

TIME ADJUST

AM12:00

PM 7:00

PM 7:30

Adjust the hour

Adjust the minutes

• The time display will disappear after a few second.

1
ON/STANDBY
Button

1
POWER
Button

4, 5, 6
ENTER
Button

3, 5, 6
TUNING/
PRESET
Button

2
TIMER/
DELETE
Button

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C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

RC-911

(3) To correct the Time(2) To confirm the time display

[While in the power “ON” condition]

z Press .

x Within 10 seconds, press to

display the time.

TUNING/
PRESET

TIMER/DELETE

• The time display will appear for about 10 second.

Redo from Operation 1.

✽ During this procedure, “ STANDBY ” is displayed in

Operation 2 and the current setting time is displayed in
Operation 3.

NOTE:

• The clock setting will be cleared when the unit is
unplugged or the power failure occurs.
Perform “Clock adjustment” form the beginning.

TUNING/
PRESET
Button

TIMER/
DELETE
Button

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PLAYING CDs

5 OPEN/CLOSE

SKIP

TUNER

AUX

ON/STANDBY

VOL.

UP

DOWN

PLAY MODE

C D

C D

POWER

VOLUME
TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

(1) Playing CDs

1

2

3

Press (or on the remote control) to turn the power on.

POWER

ON/STANDBY

Press (or on the remote control) to set the

input to “CD”.

C D

C D

Press of the main unit to open the CD door.

5 OPEN/CLOSE

CD NO DISC

CD OPEN

4

Set a CD and press to close the door.

5 OPEN/CLOSE

•CD door will close automatically.

Load a CD firmly with the label side facing
to ward you.

The total number
of tracks

The total
playing time

5

Press (or on the remote control) to start

playback.

C D

C D

• Play will start from the first track and continue in order. The unit will automatically stop at the completion of the last

track.

✽ When opening the CD door, by pressing (or on the remote control), you can close the CD door

automatically.

C D

C D

TRACK

1 0:01

• Loading a CD

1
ON/STANDBY
Button

5
CD 1/3
Button

3, 4

5 OPEN/

CLOSE Button

2
CD 2
Button

2
CD 2
Button

1
POWER
Button

5
CD

1/3

Button

CD CLOSE

DISC

16 72:31

TOTAL

15

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5 OPEN/CLOSE

SKIP

TUNER

AUX

ON/STANDBY

VOL.

UP

DOWN

PLAY MODE

C D

C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

(2) Stopping Play

(3) Pausing

During playback, press (or on the remote
control).

C D

C D

(4) To locate the beginning of a track

During playback, press (or on the remote
control).

C D

C D

✽ One more press of the button will start play from the paused position.

[To restart the track being played]

Press (or on the remote

control) once during playback.

SKIP

[When selecting the previous track number]

Press (or on the remote

control) during stop.

SKIP

✽ You can skip to any track by pressing the button

repeatedly until the desired track number appears.

✽ When playback is started after displaying the desired track number in stop mode, playback starts from the beginning of

that track.

✽ The direct selection button of the remote control can be used to select track numbers. (See Page 22.)

[To move to the beginning of the next track]

Press (or on the remote

control) once during playback.

SKIP

[When selecting the next track number]

Press (or on the remote

control) during stop.

SKIP

✽ You can skip to any track by pressing the button

repeatedly until the desired track number appears.

TOTAL

DISC

16 72:31

TRACK

3 1:23

SKIP
Button

CD 1/3
Button

CD

1/3

Button

CD 2
Button

CD 2
Button

8,9

Button

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5 OPEN/CLOSE

SKIP

TUNER

AUX

ON/STANDBY

VOL.

UP

DOWN

PLAY MODE

C D

C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

(5) Removing the CD

Precautions When Loading the CD

Press (or on the remote control) to stop the CD,

then press .

5 OPEN/CLOSE

C D

C D

• After the CD door opens, pull out the CD.

TOTAL

DISC

16 72:31

CD OPEN

✽ When the unit is not being used , press and be sure to close the CD door.

5 OPEN/CLOSE

• Load only one CD. The loading of two or more (one above the other) will cause a breakdown and may scratch the CDs.

• Be careful not to get your fingers caught when the CD door opens or closes.

• Do not use CDs that are cracked, misshapen, or have been repaired with adhesives, etc.

• Do not use CDs that have the exposed adhesive or marks remaining from cellophane tape, rental CD labels, or other
sources. Use of CDs in this condition will result in difficulty in removing the CD or could cause breakdown.

CD eject button

CD 2
Button

CD 2
Button

5 OPEN/

CLOSE Button

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C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

RC-911

(6) Switching the time display during playback

Each time the is pressed during playback, the display

will change.

The elapsed playing time

TRACK

1 0:06

The remaining playing time

REMAIN

TRACK

1 3:06

The total remaining playing time

REMAIN TOT AL

1 29:54

(During random play, the total
remaining playing time will not be
displayed.)

TIME Button

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LISTENING TO THE RADIO

(1) Station Selection

5 OPEN/CLOSE

SKIP

TUNER

AUX

ON/STANDBY

VOL.

UP

DOWN

PLAY MODE

C D

C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/

PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

(Example) Set the reception frequency to “89.5 MHz, FM”.

1

Press (or on the remote control) to turn the power on.

POWER

ON/STANDBY

2

Press (or on the remote control) to select FM.

FM/AM

TUNER

✽ The tuner mode changes as follow each time the button pressed.

STEREO

MHz

FM

87.5

MHz

FM

87.5

KHz

AM

520

MHz

FM

87.5

3

Press (or on the remote control) and

set the receive frequency to “89.5 MHz, FM”.

SKIP

• Auto Tuning:
Hold the tuning button down for more than 1 second and release to
automatically receive broadcast stations with strong signals.
To stop auto tuning, press the tuning button of the opposite direction once.

• Manual Tuning:
Press the button in short steps to also permit reception of stations having weak
signals.

TUNED

MHz

FM

89.5

2
TUNER
Button

1
ON/STANDBY
Button

3
SKIP
Button

1
POWER
Button

2
FM/AM
Button

3

8/9

Button

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(2) Storing Broadcast Stations

2 Up to 40 FM and AM stations can be preset.

C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

RC-911

(Example) Store the tuned “89.5 MHz, FM” to preset number “3”.

1

Receive the broadcast station “89.5 MHz, FM” that you
want to store to preset memory.

TUNED

MHz

FM

89.5

2

Press .

ENTER

STEREO

MHz

FM

P1 89.5

3

Within 5 seconds, press to display the number

that you want to store.

TUNING/
PRESET

STEREO

MHz

FM

P3 89.5

(Which in this example will be “3”.)

4

Within 5 second, press .

ENTER

✽ When a new station is stored in memory, the station previously memorized will

be erased.

STEREO

MHz

FM

P3 89.5

✽ Repeat step 1 to 4 to set other station, or change a preset station.

3
TUNING
/PRESET
Button

2, 4
ENTER
Button

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(3) Listening to Preset Stations

(4) To erase the contents of the preset memory

(Example) Listen to the station of preset number “3” that was set in step (2).

5 OPEN/CLOSE

SKIP

TUNER

AUX

ON/STANDBY

VOL.

UP

DOWN

PLAY MODE

C D

C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

RC-911

Turn the power on and press

(or on the remote control).

FM/AM

TUNER

1

2

Press to select the desired

station.

TUNING/
PRESET

STEREO

MHz

FM

P3 89.5

(Select numbers)

✽ The direct button on the remote control allow you

to recall a memorized station.

2To select preset station between 1 to 10:

Select numbers that were registered in to

.

2To select preset station between 11 to 40:

Press , then select the registered numbers.

(Example) To choose 28.

Press

/ Press / Press .

✽ When buttons are pressed in succession, press the

next button within 5 seconds.

C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

RC-911

1

Press and hold down for 3

seconds or more.

CLEAR

TUNER CLEAR

2

Press .

ENTER

COMPLETE

NOTE:

• The backup function protect the memorized stations for a few hours should there be a power failure or the AC lead
disconnection.

1
TUNER
Button

2
TUNING/
PRESET
Button

1
FM/AM
Button

2
ENTER
Button

1
CLEAR
Button

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8

VOLUME AND TONE ADJUSTMENTS

5 OPEN/CLOSE

SKIP

TUNER

AUX

ON/STANDBY

VOL.

UP

DOWN

PLAY MODE

C D

C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

RC-911

(1) Adjust the volume

(2) Boosting Bass

(3) Changing the Tone

1

Press or (or, or on the

remote control).

VOLUME

VOLUME

VOL.

DOWN

VOL.

UP

VOLUME 12

Volume 0 (Min) ~ MAX

1

Press on the remote

control.

SDB

SDB ON

Emphasize Do not Emphasize

SDB OFF

1

Press on the remote

control.

Flat response

Suited for Classic

Suited for Jazz

Suited for Rock

Suited for Pops

Vocals are emphasized

FLAT

EQ

CLASSIC

EQ

JAZZ

EQ

ROCK

EQ

POPS

EQ

VOCAL

VOL.
Button

VOLUME
Button

SDB
Button

EQ
Button

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CD FUNCTIONS

(1) Listening to the desired track of a CD .............................................................................

Direct Play

(Example) Listening to the 8th track.

1

Loading the CD and press (or on the remote control).

C D

C D

2

Press direct button ( to ) on the remote control

to select the track number.

• The selected track will start playing.

2 To select a track between the 11th to 99th track.

Select the track after pressing the button.

(Example) To choose 28.

Press

/ Press / Press .

TRACK

8 0:00

track number

✽ When direct buttons are pressed in succession, press the next button within 5 seconds.
✽ During random or programme operation, direct play is not possible.

1
CD 2
Button

1
CD 2
Button

2
Direct
Button

TUNING/
PRESET

C D

SDB

EQAUXFM/AM

VOLUME

CLEAR

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

RC-911

TUNER

AUX

SKIP

ON/STANDBY

PLAY MODE

POWER

VOL.

C D

DOWN

UP

5 OPEN/CLOSE

ENTER

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(2) Listening to tracks repeatedly/Listening in random order ...........................

Repeat/Random play

5 OPEN/CLOSE

SKIP

TUNER

AUX

ON/STANDBY

VOL.

UP

DOWN

PLAY MODE

C D

C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

RC-911

1

Loading the CD and press (or on the remote control).

C D

C D

2

Press on the remote control to select the playback mode.

PLAY MODE

Normal play Repeat play Random play

NORMAL

REPEAT

REPEAT

RANDOM

RANDOM

3

Starting the playback.

Press (or on the remote control) to start playback.

C D

C D

• Normal play: The unit stops after the last track is played.

• Repeat play: The unit continues until playback is stopped.

• Random play: The random play will stop automatically when all tracks are played once.

✽ To return normal play, press of the remote control repeatedly and select “ NORMAL ”.
✽ To repeatedly play only one desired track, perform repeat play after registering the track with program play.

PLAY MODE

NOTE:

• During programme operation, random play is not possible.

3
CD 1/3
Button

1
CD 2
Button

3
CD 1/3
Button

1
CD 2
Button

2
PLAY MODE
Button

2
PLAY MODE
Button

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(3) Listening to desired tracks in a desired order ...........................................................

2 A maximum of 20 tracks can be programmed.

If the total programmed track number exceeds 20, “ OVER P20 ” is displayed.

5 OPEN/CLOSE

SKIP

TUNER

AUX

ON/STANDBY

VOL.

UP

DOWN

PLAY MODE

C D

C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

RC-911

Program Play

1

Loading the CD and press (or on the remote control).

C D

C D

2

Press on the remote control to enter the program

mode.

PROG.

PROG

PROGRAM

Flash

3

Press direct button ( to ) on the remote control

to select the track number.

✽ To correct the contents of the program...

Tracks can be deleted in order starting from the last track of the program by

pressing during programming.

CLEAR

9P1

Programme number

TRACK

3 4:12

Playback time

4

Repeat step 3 to select the number in order.

✽ If the total programmed playback time exceeds 400 minutes, “

__: __

” is displayed.

However, it is properly memorized.

6
CD 1/3
Button

1, 5
CD 2
Button

6
CD 1/3
Button

3
Direct
Button

1, 5
CD 2
Button

2
PROG.
Button

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5

When registration is completed

Press (or on the remote control).

C D

C D

6

Starting the playback

Press (or on the remote control) to start playback.

C D

C D

• When playback of the track last registered is completed, the unit will stop automatically.

To check which tracks are programmed To clear the programmed selection

Adding tracks to the program

While in the stop mode, press or

(or, or on the remote control).

SKIP

SKIP

• Each time the button is pressed, programmed selections
are displayed in order.

If a program has been previously stored,
then follow step 1 to 5 to add tracks.

✽ The new tracks will be stored after the last track of the

original program.

z Press on the remote control and

select the input.

x While the unit is stopped in the

programmed play mode, press on

the remote control.

CLEAR

C D

Ejecting a CD automatically cancels the programmed
sequence.

NOTE:

• Tracks cannot be registered or deleted while the unit
is stopped or in pause mode.

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(4) Search for the track while listening to the sound at high speed

(CD) .............................................................................................................

Fast forward/Fast reverse

5 OPEN/CLOSE

SKIP

TUNER

AUX

ON/STANDBY

VOL.

UP

DOWN

PLAY MODE

C D

C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

RC-911

Fast reverse: Fast forward:

During play.....

Press and hold down (or on

the remote control).

SKIP

• Release your finger from the button when you have
found the desired place.

• Play will start from that position.

✽ Activating the fast reverse operation during the pause

mode permits faster reverse operation than when
activation is from the play mode.
The sound will be muted when this is done and
therefore, the time display should be used to judge
the relative position.

During play.....

Press and hold down (or on

the remote control).

SKIP

• Release your finger from the button when you have
found the desired place.

• “END” is displayed when the end of the last track is
reached.

✽ Activating the fast forward operation during the pause

mode permits faster forward operation than when
activation is from the play mode.
The sound will be muted when this is done and
therefore, the time display should be used to judge
the relative position.

SKIP
Button

8,9

Button

Press and hold in the 8.

Press and hold in the 9.

4th

track

5th track

6th

track

Skip Skip Skip Skip

Skip SkipSkipSkipSkip

2nd

track

3rd track

4th

track

(Playback)

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USING THE TIMERS

Types of Timers and their Use Before Using the Timer

• Timer play:
Switches the power on/off at the desired time permitting
radio reception, CD play.

• Sleep function:
Permits the power to be switched off after a desired time.

• Combination of sleep and timer functions:
Combinations of sleep and timer play allow the use of a
variety of timer functions.

• Set the clock
Timer operations are not possible unless the time of the
clock has been set. (See Page 12.)

• Prepare play.
Timer play requires the following preparation...

Radio reception: Register the desired broadcast station
to a preset.(See Page 19.)
CD loading: Load the CD

• Rough procedure for timer setting

Setting of the starting time and ending time

Setting of the timer device

NOTE:

• Other equipment cannot be operated with the timer
settings of this product.

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C D

POWER

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

EQAUXFM/AM

SDB

RC-911

(Example) Use the timer to listen to the radio broadcast on 89.5 MHz (FM) that is stored in preset number 3.

(Setting the to tuner on at 5:10 pm off at 6:10 pm.)

1

Switch on the power...

Press .

✽ When “ STANDBY ” is not displayed, setting the clock.

Timer operations are not possible unless the time of the clock. (See Page 12.)

TIMER/DELETE

2

Within 10 seconds, press to select “ TIMER SET ”.

TUNING/
PRESET

3

Press .

ENTER

ON AM12:00

2, 4 ~ 10
TUNING/PRESET
Button

3, 4 ~ 10
ENTER Button

1
TIMER/
DELETE
Button

(1) Timer Registration

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(1) Timer Registration (continued)

4

Press , adjust the hours of the starting time and

press .

ENTER

TUNING/
PRESET

ON PM 5:00

5

Press , adjust the minutes and press .

ENTER

TUNING/
PRESET

✽ Press and hold to fast forward in 5-minute steps.
✽ Unless the time setting is changed,the ending time will automatically be set

for one hour after the starting time.

TUNING/
PRESET

ON PM 5:10

6

Press , adjust the hour of the ending time and

press .

ENTER

TUNING/
PRESET

OFF PM 6:10

7

Press adjust the minutes of the ending time

and press .

ENTER

TUNING/
PRESET

OFF PM 6:10

8

9

Press , select the desired functions and then

press .

ENTER

TUNING/
PRESET

TUNER

STEREO

MHz

FM

P3 89.5

✽ Each press of , function changes as below.

TUNING/
PRESET

CD

TUNER AUX

• If you select “ TUNER ” in step 10

Press , select the desired broadcast station and

then press .

ENTER

TUNING/
PRESET

✽ When a desired broadcast station has not registered, first register it, then

repeat the procedure from Step 1. (See Page 19)

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(1) Timer Registration (continued)

10

Press , adjust the volume and then press .

✽ Be careful not to turn the volume up too high.

ENTER

TUNING/
PRESET

VOLUME 12

The unit will enter the standby mode and then the playback standby mode automatically.

TIMER

AM12:00

When the preset time is reached, playback will start.
When the timer end time is reached, the system will enter the power standby mode automatically.

NOTES:

• If the power is turned on while in the standby mode, the timer setting will be cancelle.

• When the timer is not cancelled, timer play is performed every day according to the setting.

• The timer setting will be cleared when the unit is unplugged or the power foilure occurs.

(2) Using the same timer setting

• Even when the timer has been cancelled, once the contents of the timer have been set, they are retained. This allows the

same contents to be set again on the next occasion if a change is not needed, Once memorised, the timer setting can be

used as follows.

VOLUME

TIMER/DELETE

PLAY MODE

PROG.

ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING/
PRESET

RC-911

1

When the power is on, press .

TIMER/DELETE

2

Within 10 seconds, press to select “ STANDBY ”.

TUNING/
PRESET

✽ If “ STANDBY ” is not displayed, the clock setting has been cleared.

In this case, reset the clock and the timer.

3

Within 10 seconds, press .

ENTER

• The timer settings is displayed in order.

The unit will enter the standby mode and then the playback standby mode automatically.

3
ENTER
Button

2
TUNING/PRESET
Button

1
TIMER/DELETE
Button