Kenwood HM-353V User Manual
MICRO HI-FI COMPONENT SYSTEM
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
COMPACT
HM-353V
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
B60-5071-00 00 MA (M,M2, I ) AP 0103
COMPACT
DIGITAL VIDEO
Before applying power
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Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
Units are designed for operation as follows.
................. AC 110-120 / 220-240 V switchable
AC voltage selection
The AC voltage selector switches on the rear panel are
set to the voltage that prevails in the area to which the
unit is shipped. Before connecting the power cord to
your AC outlet, make sure that the setting positions of
these switches match your line voltage. If not, they
must be set to your voltage in accordance with the following direction.
AC voltage selector switches
Move switch lever to match your line voltage with a
small screwdriver or other pointed tool.
Preparation section
Before applying power
AC 110 -
Note:
Our warranty does not cover damage caused by excessive line voltage due to improper setting of the AC voltage selector switch.
120V
AC 220 240V
Safety precautions
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE, IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED
"DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" WITHIN THE PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF
SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO
ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE
APPLIANCE.
The marking of products using lasers (Except for some areas)
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
The marking is located on the rear panel and says this
product has been classified as Class 1. It means that
there is no danger of hazardous radiation outside the
product
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE
TO BEAM.
Inside this laser product, a laser diode(s) exceeding Class 1
laser radiation is/are contained as alerted by the internal
caution label shown above. To avoid exposure to laser
beams, do not open the cover.
Before applying power
Special features
This unit can play back CD-DA (CD, CD-R), VIDEO CD and MP3 file.
Playback capability of CD-R discs
This unit can play back music data recorded in CD-R (Compact Disc Recordable) as well as audio CD (CD-DA).
However, some CD-R discs may not be playable on this CD player. Also note that a CD-R disc which has not been
finalized cannot be played back.
Playback capability of MP3 files
This unit can play back disc media containing MP3 files.
However, some disc media may not be playable on this CD player. Also note that a disc medium the MP3 session in
which has not been closed or a non-finalized disc medium cannot be played back.
Playback capability of normal VIDEO CD
This unit can play back conventional Version 2.0 VIDEO CDs(VCD).
Convenient recording features (for TAPE)
Versatile recording features are provided, allowing the user to select desired one for each purpose.
÷ One-touch recording :
Pressing a single key starts recording of all tracks or a single track in a CD (CD-DA, the audio of VIDEO CD
with PBC OFF).
÷ Program recording :
Your favorite tracks can be recorded in any desired order. (CD-DA, the audio of VIDEO CD with PBC OFF)
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Preparation section
Versatile timer features
÷ O.T.T. (Operate easy To use Timer) :
This timer setting is executed only for an hour (and for once) when the set start time comes.
÷ Timer playback, timer recording :
Two timer programs (PROG.1, PROG.2) are available for timer playback (AI timer playback) or timer recording. (With the AI timer playback, the playback volume increases gradually after the start of timer
playback.)
÷ Sleep timer :
This timer turns the unit off automatically when the set time has elapsed. It is convenient for example for
falling asleep while listening to music in the night time, etc.
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Before applying power
Unpacking
Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all the accessories are present.
If any accessories are missing, or if the unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If the unit was
shipped to you directly, notify your shipper immediately. Kenwood recommends that you retain the original carton and
packing materials in case you need to move or ship the unit in the future.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
Accessories
Please confirm that the following accessories are present.
FM indoor antenna (1)
AC plug adaptor (1)
Use to adapt the plug on the power
cord to the shape of the wall outlet.
(Accessory only for regions where use
is necessary.)
Video Cord (1)
TIMER
AUX
O.T.E.
P. CALL P. CALL
.
V
E
R
P
MUTE
SLEEP
REPEAT
1
4
7
10
RESUME
SLOW
Preparation section
TUNING
TAPE
REC RETURN
VOLUME
SOUND
RANDOM
2
5
8
0
TIME
SEARCH
STEP
RC-M0304V
AM loop antenna (1)Remote control unit (1)
POWER
CD
TUNER
SELECT
BAND
STOP
TAPE EQ.
N
E
X
T
ENTER
TIME
TONE
AUTO
PAL
NTSC
ON SCREEN
AUTO/MONO
PGM
3
SET
6
CLEAR
9
AUTO PBC
DIGEST
MULTI PLEX
FREEZE
Batteries (R6/AA) (2)
In regard to demonstration
This unit is equipped with a demonstration function (only display). The demonstration consists of sequential change of display and indicators showing the operations, but the audio itself does not change.
The demonstration function can be cancelled as follows.
"DEMO OFF" (To cancel demonstration):
Press the set/demo key during demonstration.
set / demo
"DEMO ON" (To execute demonstration):
After turning power ON, press and hold the set/
demo key (for more than 2 seconds).
÷ This operates automatically when a power failure
has occurred or the plug of the power cable has
been pulled while the power was ON.
Contents
Caution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation.
Before applying power
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Preparation section
Before applying power .......................................2
Safety precautions .........................................................2
Special features .....................................................................3
System connection .................................................... 6
Connection of the System Accessories .............................6
Connection of Other Accessories
(Commercially Available Parts) ..................................... 8
Controls and indicators.............................................9
Display .....................................................................................9
Main unit ............................................................................... 10
Operation of remote control unit ...................................... 12
Before playing a disc .............................................. 14
Discs which can be played with this unit ...................... 14
Basic section
Basic use method.....................................................16
Playback of CD-DA (CD, CD-R),
MP3 file and the audio of VIDEO CD ............... 18
Playback of TAPE .....................................................21
Receiving broadcast station ..................................23
Collective presetting of stations (Auto preset) .............. 24
Channel space setting ........................................................ 24
Tuning a non-preset radio station
(Auto tuning, Manual tuning) ....................................... 25
One-by-one presetting (Manual preset)..........................25
Recording on TAPE ..................................................26
Application section
Various CD (CD-DA,VIDEO CD and MP3 file)
playback features ...............................................28
Listening to the desired sequence (PGM) ......................... 28
Repeated playback (REPEAT) ............................................ 30
Playing tracks in a random order (RANDOM) ...................31
Convenient recording methods ............................. 32
One-touch edit recording (CD =TAPE) .......................... 33
Program recording (CD
=
TAPE) ......................................34
Playback of MP3 file ............................................... 35
Important notes on the MP3 file ........................................35
Playback of MP3 file (selecting MP3 file playback) .... 36
Playback of VIDEO CD .............................................37
Playing back a VIDEO CD using the menu ...................... 37
Using the Digest functions .................................................41
Listening to an AUX input source..........................43
Clock adjustment ..................................................... 44
Timer operation ........................................................45
Sleep timer (SLEEP) .............................................................45
Setting the O.T.T. timer ....................................................... 46
Setting an everyday timer program
(PROG. TIMER) .................................................................48
Knowledge sections
Important Items.........................................................51
Maintenance ........................................................................ 51
Reference ..............................................................................51
In case of difficulty ..................................................53
Specifications...........................................................56
Preparation section
Basic section
Application section
Knowledge sections
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System connection
Connection of the System Accessories
This figure shows the method of connection between the main unit and provided accessories.
CAUTION
Connect the components as shown in the diagram.
Only plug the power cord into a power outlet once
connections are completed.
Note on Connection
Installation of speakers and positioning of TV
1. The magnet in the speaker may cause color irregularity on the TV. Place the speaker farther away from the
TV set.
2. Color irregularities on the TV screen may also be produced depending on the method how the speakers are
installed. When color irregularities are observed after
Preparation section
the speaker installation, first turn the TV off, wait for 15
to 30 minutes and turn it on again: The interference
may be improved by the self-demagnetizing function of
the TV. If the color irregularities still remain, install the
speakers more apart from the TV.
3. Due to induction by the electromagnetic waves produced by a TV, the speakers may produce sound
even when the stereo unit is turned off. In this case
also, install the speakers more apart from the TV.
CAUTION
Be sure to adhere to the following, or proper ventilation will be blocked causing damage or fire hazard.
÷ Do not place any objects impairing heat radiation
onto the top of the unit.
÷ Leave a space around the unit (from the largest out-
side dimension including projection) equal or greater
than, shown below.
Top panel : 50 cm
Back panel : 10 cm
AM loop antenna
The supplied antenna is for indoor use. Place it
as far as possible from the main system, TV set,
speaker cords and power cord, and set it to a direction which provides the best reception.
\
\
Assemble
Speaker (Right)
AM loop antenna
÷ Never short-circuit the "+" and "-" speaker cords.
Notes
Notes
÷ If the "+" and "
ments, etc.
÷ Be sure to insert all connection cords securely. If their connections are imperfect, the sound may not be
produced or noise may interfere.
÷ Before plugging or unplugging a connection cord, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet. If
connection cords are plugged or unplugged with the power cord left plugged in, malfunction or damage may result.
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" polarity are inverted, the sound will be unnatural with unclear positioning of musical instru-
System connection
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Malfunction of microcomputer
If operation is not possible or erroneous display
appears even though all connections have been
made properly, reset the microcomputer referring to "In case of difficulty". E
ANTENNA
AM
GND
FM
75
Ω
VIDEO
OUT
DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL
ANTENNA
AUX
INPUT
R
AUX
OUTPUT
L
L
R
+
AM
L
-
FRONT
SPEAKERS
GND
(6-16
Ω)
-
R
FM
Ω
75
+
FM indoor antenna
The accessory antenna is for temporary indoor use
only. For stable signal reception we recommend
using an outdoor antenna. Remove the indoor antenna if you connect one outdoors.
1 Connect the antenna to the antenna terminal.
2 Locate the position providing good reception
condition.
3 Fix the antenna.
FM indoor antenna
Speaker (Left)
AC 220-
AC 110-
240V
120V
Preparation section
+
L
-
FRONT
SPEAKERS
(6-16
Ω)
-
R
+
Speaker cord
How to connect speaker cords to the main unit
12 3
POWER cord
TO WALL AC OUTLET
How to connect AM antenna cord to the main unit
12 3
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System connection
Connection of Other Accessories
CAUTION
Connect the components as shown in the diagram. Only plug the power cord into a power
outlet once connections are completed.
* DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL jack
The DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL jack outputs the CD signal.
The CD signal can be recorded in digital format by
connecting a recorder to the DIGITAL IN OPTICAL
jack.
Preparation section
Note on Connection
MD recorder or DAT etc.
To Digital input
Optical fiber cable
(Commercially Available Parts)
FM outdoor antenna
Lead the 75Ω coaxial cable connected to the FM outdoor antenna into the room and connect it to the
FM 75Ω terminal. Please remove the indoor antenna after an outdoor antenna has been installed.
FM outdoor antenna
cap
*
DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL
ANTENNA
AM
GND
FM
75
Ω
Antenna adaptor
(Commercially
Available Parts)
VIDEO
Monitor TV
To
video
input
To
audio
output
To
audio
input
VCR, Analog turntable with built-in
RIAA equalizer (optional P-110), etc.
OUT
DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL
L
AUX
INPUT
R
L
AUX
OUTPUT
R
ANTENNA
AM
GND
FM
75
+
L
-
FRONT
SPEAKERS
(6-16
Ω)
-
R
Ω
+
AC 220-
AC 110-
240V
120V
POWER cord
TO WALL AC OUTLET
÷ In case an associated system component is connected, also read the instruction manual of the component.
Notes
Notes
÷ Be sure to insert all connection cords securely. If their connections are imperfect, the sound may not be
produced or noise may interfere.
÷ Before plugging or unplugging a connection cord, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet. If
connection cords are plugged or unplugged with the power cord left plugged in, malfunction or damage may result.
Controls and indicators
Display
The displays given in this manual are approximations only. They may differ from what actually appears on
the display.
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12
35
46
00000000000
890
1 Tape-related indicators
2 CD-DA (CD, CD-R), VIDEO CD and MP3
file -related indicators
3 Numeric information display/tuner-
related indicators
4 VIDEO CD player-related indicators
5 Timer-related indicators
In the present text, both ordinary music CDs and recorded CDs (CD-R) are referred to as "CD-DA".
(The display also shows "CD-DA" for these disc media.)
6 Tape record/record-pause indicators
7 O.T.E. (One-Touch Edit) indicator
8 TAPE EQ. indicator
9 Character information display (Dot
display)
0 EX.BASS indicator, LOUD indicator
AUTO POWER SAVE function (Main unit operation only)
When the unit is ON and the unit is left for 30 minutes with CD and TAPE not operating, the unit is switched off
automatically by this function. This is convenient when you forgot to switch off the unit. This function can be
activated or deactivated by the following operation.
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Preparation section
1 Select "A.P.S. SET?". 2 Select "A.P.S. ON" or "A.P.S. OFF".
menu
\
\
volume / multi control
(Press the set/demo key while the "?" mark is
blinking.)
set / demo
\
\
volume / multi control
3 Set it.
set / demo
÷ When the TUNER or AUX input is selected, A.P.S.
operates only when the volume is set to zero or
when MUTE is on.
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Main unit
0
Controls and indicators
0
CD
remote
1
2
3
TUNER
standby
/timer
TUNER
FM/AM
FM/AM
AUX
Preparation section
!
@
#
$
%
^
&
*
1 0 CD key *
Press to open or close the disc tray.
2 Remote sensor #
3 Display panel
4 volume/multi control knob !^
*
Normally, this is used for volume adjustment.
5 4 and ¢ keys
CD-DA, VIDEO CD and MP3 file : (
Used to skip tracks.
Used to switch the VIDEO CD screen.
TAPE :
Used to fast forward or rewind tape.
TUNER :
Used to receive a preset radio station and tuning.
CD
6
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TAPE rec TAPE O.T.E.repeatsound
TAPE
2
stop
Tuning
Mode
volume / multi control
™
£
volume / multi control
3
¢
4
5
TAPE EQ.0menu set /demo
push open
6
7
8
9
7 stop / Tuning Mode key
CD-DA, VIDEO CD, MP3 file and TAPE : (™
Press to stop a disc or tape operation.
Press to stop recording.
During VIDEO CD (with PBC ON) and MP3 file operating, press to return to the higher layer of the
hierarchy.
TUNER :
Press to switch between the AUTO (auto tuning,
stereo reception) and MONO (manual tuning,
manual reception) modes.
On standby mode:
Press to display the clock.
r
About the one-touch operation function
This unit incorporates the one-touch operation function for the user's convenience.
With this function, pressing any key enclosed in
playback (or reception).
while the unit is in standby mode immediately start
Controls and indicators
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6 set/demo key
Press to set or enter an item selected with the volume/multi control knob.
This key is also used for switching demonstration on/
off.
4
7 Cassette holder ¡
To load or eject a cassette tape, press the area marked
0 push open on the cassette holder to open it.
8 menu key !r
Press to switch the function of the volume/multi
control knob to the menu select mode.
This key is also used when setting the time of the day.
9 TAPE EQ. key ™
Press to turn the tape equalizer on.
0 Disc tray *
Press the 0 CD key to open or close disc tray.
! Basic operation keys
TUNER FM/AM key £
Press to select the TUNER input.
This key is also used to select the received broadcast
band.
CD 6 key *
Press to select the CD input and start playback. Pressing this key during CD-DA, VIDEO CD and MP3 file
playback initiates pause.
During VIDEO CD (with PBC ON) and MP3 file operating, press to advance to the lower layer of the hierarchy.
TAPE 2 3 keys ¡
Press to select the TAPE (cassette deck) input and
start playback of a tape. Pressing this key during tape
playback switches the tape transport direction.
AUX key e
Press to reproduce the external source component
connected to the AUX (analog auxiliary input) jacks.
Pressing this key while the unit is off turns it on at the
same time as selecting the AUX input.
@ standby/timer indicator
Lights up when the unit is set to the Standby mode of
power.
Red : Ordinary standby.
Green : Timer standby.
Off : The unit is On.
# key ^
Press to set the unit to On or Standby.
$ sound key &
Press to switch the sound effect to EX.BASS or
LOUD.
% repeat key º
Press for setting repeated playback.
^ TAPE rec key ¶
Press to start tape recording. Pressing this key during
recording initiates record-pause after leaving a nosound blank of about 4 seconds.
& TAPE O.T.E. key ‹
Press to start recording CD-DA and VIDEO CD (with
PBC OFF) onto a tape with one-touch operation.
Pressing this key during CD-DA and VIDEO CD (with
PBC OFF) playback records only the track being played
onto tape. Pressing it during CD-DA and VIDEO CD
(with PBC OFF) stop records all tracks onto tape.
* Headphone jack &
Connect headphones with a stereo mini-plug (optionally available).
Preparation section
About the volume/multi control knob (Main unit operation only)
*
After pressing the menu key to select the menu select mode, turn the volume/multi control knob to
select the desired menu item.
To set or enter the setting of the menu item, press
the set/demo key.
menu
\
\
volume / multi control
÷ The function of the control knob returns to the normal mode when it has not been operated for 20 seconds.
set / demo
\
\
Turning the knob switches the display contents.
"TAPE RVS. ?" ™
"AUTO PRESET" ¢
(Only when the TUNER input is selected)
"AUX INPUT ?" e
(Only when the AUX input is selected)
"A.P.S. SET ?" 9
"TIMER SET ?" yi
Standby mode
While the standby indicator is lit, a small amount of power in supplied to the system to back up the
memory. This is called standby mode. Under the condition, the system can be turned ON by the remote
control unit.
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Controls and indicators
Operation of remote control unit
The keys on the remote control unit with the same names as on the main unit have the same function as
the keys on the main unit.
6 key *
CD
Press to select the CD input and start CD-DA, VIDEO CD
and MP3 file playback and to it pause temporarily.
SELECT key fl°
During VIDEO CD (with PBC ON) and MP3 file operating,
press to advance to the lower layer of the hierarchy.
4O.T.E. key ‹›
This key is used for recording of CD-DA and VIDEO CD
(with PBC OFF) onto tape with a one-touch operation.
REC key
Press to start recording.
TAPE EQ. key ™
Press to turn the tape equalizer on.
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7 STOP key (™¶r
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During CD-DA, VIDEO CD, MP3 file and TAPE playback :
Press to stop playback.
During TAPE recording :
Press to stop recording.
Press in power standby mode to display the clock.
RETURN key fl°
During VIDEO CD
Press to return to the higher layer of the hierarchy.
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TUNING ¡ key (™∞fl·
During CD-DA, VIDEO CD, MP3 file and TAPE playback :
Press to fast forward or backward the played audio.
During MP3 file operating in stop mode :
Press to select the desired folder or file.
During TUNER reception :
Press to select a radio station.
(with PBC ON)
and MP3 file operating :
4 P.CALL ¢ key (™£
During CD-DA, VIDEO CD and MP3 file playback :
Press to skip tracks in the forward or backward direction.
During TAPE playback :
Press to fast forward or backward the played audio.
During TUNER reception :
Used to select a preset station.
PREV. , NEXT key ‡
Used to switch the VIDEO CD screen.
VOLUME control key ^&
Press to adjust the listening volume or tone.
MUTE key &
This is used to suppress the sound temporarily.
ENTER key ∞
This is used to enter the preset station memory in the
tuner.
6SLEEP key t
This is used to set the sleep timer.
VOLUME
TUNER
BAND
TAPE EQ.
TONE
AUTO
NTSC
3
6
9
DIGEST
FREEZE
POWER
CD
SELECT
STOP
N
E
X
T
ENTER
TIME
PAL
ON SCREEN
AUTO//MONO
PGM
SET
CLEAR
AUTO PBC
MULTI PLEX
1
4
6
Preparation section
9
TIMER
TAPE
AUX
REC RETURN
O.T.E.
TUNING
P. CALL P. CALL
.
V
E
R
P
MUTE
SOUND
SLEEP
RANDOM
REPEAT
2
1
5
4
8
7
0
10
TIME
SEARCH
RESUME
STEP
SLOW
RC-M0304V
Infrared ray system
Model : RC-M0304V
1TIMER key up
Used to select the timer.
2POWER ( ) key ^
The system is switched ON and OFF (standby).
3AUX key
Press to listen to the input source connected to AUX
(analog external).
TAPE 2 3 key ¡
Press to select the TAPE input and play a tape.
Press during playback to change the tape transport
direction.
TUNER BAND key
The received broadcasting band is switched.
Press to select the TUNER input.
2
3
5
7
8
0
Controls and indicators
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SOUND key &
Used for switching the EX.BASS play and LOUDNESS
play.
TONE key &
This is used to adjust the tone.
TIME key )
Press to switch the time information displayed during
CD-DA and VIDEO CD (with PBC OFF) playback.
REPEAT key º
This is used for repeated playback.
RANDOM key ⁄
Playback of the CD-DA and VIDEO CD (with PBC OFF)
tracks in random order.
7AUTO/PAL/NTSC key %
Press to switch the video output signal format.
ON SCREEN key $
Used to select the information to be displayed on the TV
screen.
8AUTO/MONO key ∞
During tuner reception, press to switch the tuning mode
of the tuner.
PGM key •
When CD input is selected :
This is used to program the track sequence.
SET key •
In program playback of CD-DA and VIDEO CD (with PBC
OFF), press to enter the selected track number in
memory.
Press to set or enter an item selected with the volume/
multi control knob.
CLEAR key ª
The programmed track sequence is cleared.
9Numeric key (∞‚q
These are used to select CD-DA, VIDEO CD tracks and
MP3 file and as preset
0Keys connected with the VIDEO CD
RESUME key ‚
Used for to resume VIDEO CD and CD-DA playback
from the location where playback was last stopped.
TIME SEARCH key ‚
Used to jump to a specific location on a VIDEO CD and
CD-DA.
DIGEST key q
Used for the Digest functions to scan a disc of a VIDEO
CD and CD-DA.
AUTO PBC key *‡
Press to activate/deactivate the playback control (PBC)
functions of a VIDEO CD.
SLOW key ·
Used for slow-motion playback of a VIDEO CD.
STEP key ·
Used to advance the picture of a VIDEO CD frame by
frame.
FREEZE key ·
Used to freeze the image of a VIDEO CD.
MULTI PLEX key ·
Used to change the audio output channel of a VIDEO CD
and MP3 files.
Preparation section
Loading batteries
1 Remove the cover. 2
Insert batteries.
÷ Insert two R6 ("AA"-size) batteries following the polarity indications.
Operation
Operating range (approx.)
After plugging the power cord of this unit, press the
POWER (
) key of the remote control unit to turn
FM/AM
the system ON. When the system is turned ON,
press the key of the function to be operated.
÷ When pressing more than one remote control keys
successively, press the keys securely by leaving an interval of 1 second or more between keys.
÷ The provided batteries are intended for use in operation checking, and their service life may be short.
÷ When the remote controllable distance becomes short, replace both of the batteries with new ones.
Notes
Notes
÷ If direct sunlight or the light of a high- frequency fluorescent lamp (inverter type, etc.) is incident to the remote
sensor, malfunction may occur. In such a case, change the installation position to avoid malfunction.
3 Close the cover.
Remote sensor
6
30˚
30˚
TIMER
POWER
CD
TUNER
TAPE
AUX
SELECT
BAND
STOP
O.T.E.
REC RETURN
TAPE EQ.
TUNING
P. CALL P. CALL
N
E
.
X
V
T
E
VOLUME
R
P
MUTE
ENTER
SOUND
SLEEP
TIME
TONE
AUTO PAL
NTSC
ON SCREEN
RANDOM
REPEAT
AUTO/MONO
PGM
2
1
3
SET
5
4
6
CLEAR
8
7
9
0
10
TIME
SEARCH
DIGEST
AUTO PBC
RESUME
MULTI PLEX
FREEZE
SLOW
STEP
RC-M0304V
6 m
Before playing a disc
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Discs which can be played with this unit
This unit can play CD-DA (8cm, 12cm), VCD, finalized CD-R, disc media of MP3 files on which have been
finalized or containing a closed session, and the audio part of CD-G/CD-EG (CD graphics) discs and CDV
discs.
÷ This unit is suitable for the NTSC/PAL method.
Discs indicated for use with other television systems (SECAM) cannot be used with this unit.
CD-R
The CD-R records digital data of music CD or other source without compression so it can be played back
at equivalent high quality to commercially marketed CDs.
÷ This unit cannot play back a CD-R which has not been finalized.
÷ This unit cannot play other data than audio signal data, such as data signal in a CD-ROM. When a disc containing
various data, for example a CD Graphic or CD-TEXT is loaded in the unit, the unit cannot play other data than the
audio signal data.
In addition to the above, this unit may also be incapable of playing certain CD-R discs depending on the recording
characteristics of recording equipment (including the pickup), properties of the CD-R in use, its recording condition
and so on.
Preparation section
MP3 files
÷ Check to ascertain that MP3 files can be played back correctly on the personal computer in use prior to saving them
onto the media.
÷ Check to ensure that the saved file can be played back normally.
÷ MP3 files on which the session has not be closed or finalized can not be played back with this unit.
÷ There are cases where playback is not possible when MP3 files and music CD information (CD-DA) are saved on
the same media.
Explanation of terms
VIDEO CD
This is a CD with recorded moving images. By compressing the video information to 1/120 and the audio information to
1/6, recording of up to 74 min is possible on discs with the same 12 cm diameter as general audio CDs.
Two types of discs are being marketed (without PBC) for simple playback and (with PBC) with menus and special playback (playback control). This unit can be used for playback of VIDEO CDs of both types.
Character indications on the TV screen
To constantly display character information on the TV
screen, select "OSD ON".
Remote control unit only
ON SCREEN
Each press of the key alternates the setting.
1 "OSD ON" .....Displays executed opera-
tion, track number and time.
2 "OSD OFF"....Only displays executed op-
eration.
Key error display
If a wrong key is pressed when operating the unit, a hand mark is displayed at the top left corner of the TV
monitor screen.
Switching AUTO/PAL/NTSC
The TV screen display and disc signal formats can be
classified roughly into two types (NTSC, PAL) depending on the countries and regions. Therefore, it is necessary to set the NTSC/PAL switch of this unit according to the TV format (country or region) and disc.
1 Check the display format of your TV.
2 Press the key to scroll the current TV format
display.
To change the TV format, press the key again
while the TV format display is being scrolled.
Remote control unit only
AUTO PAL
NTSC
Before playing a disc
TV formats of major countries
TV format
PAL
NTSC
China, North Korea, UK, Germany, Australia,
New Zealand, Kuwait, Singapore, etc.
Japan, Taiwan, Korea, USA, Canada,
Mexico, Philippines, Chile, etc.
Countries, regions
Each press of the key cyclically changes the
setting.
1 "AUTO" ...... Switches automatically
(Factory setting)
2 "PAL" ..........PAL format
3 "NTSC" .......NTSC format
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Preparation section
÷ The screen display may be disturbed during
switching. This is not a malfunction.
Screen display examples of various TV formats
When your TV is switchable between NTSC/PAL
Try play a disc. If the picture is black and white or as shown on the
right, stop playback and switch the screen display formats of this
unit and the TV to another format. This will improve the played picture quality.
When your TV is compatible only with the PAL format
With certain VIDEO CDs, the playback picture may have black spaces
above and below it (as shown on the right). This is because the disc
has been recorded in the NTSC format. The screen may be somewhat hard to see but this is not malfunction.
When your TV is compatible only with the NTSC format
With certain VIDEO CDs, the playback picture may be cut above
and below it (as shown on the right). This is because the disc has
been recorded in the PAL format. The screen may be somewhat
hard to see but this is not malfunction.
AUTO
NTSC
PAL
Basic use method
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The system is switched ON
Muting the sound
temporarily
and STANDBY
Basic use method
Bass and treble compensation
11
22
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Bass and treble
compensation
Basic section
Example:
To select the CD input
The volume
decreases
CD
6
11
22
The volume
increases
Tone adjustment
Listening through headphones
1. Set the Power key to ON.
Pressing the Power key when the unit is ON turns it off (Standby
mode of power).
÷ Pressing the TUNER FM/AM, CD 6, TAPE2 3 or AUX key also turns
power on and starts playback (reception) of the corresponding input. (Onetouch operation)
÷ When the CD or TAPE input is selected while the corresponding disc or
tape has been loaded, it immediately starts to play.
2. Selecting the desired input.
CD (CD-DA, VIDEO CD and MP3 file) *fi‡
TAPE ¡
TUNER (Broadcasts) £
AUX (External input) [Adjusting the AUX input level e]
CD CD-DA
÷ Pressing the TUNER FM/AM, CD 6 , TAPE2 3 or AUX key selects the
corresponding input.
When CD (CD-DA) has been
selected.
3. Volume adjustment.
÷ The display shows a reference value.
volume / multi control
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Volume display
Basic use method
BASS + 0
TREBLE + 0
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Listening through headphones
Insert the headphone plug into the headphone jack.
÷ Headphones with a stereo mini plug can be con-
nected.
÷ The sounds from all speakers are cut off.
Muting the sound temporarily
Remote control unit only
MUTE
÷ Press again to resume the original volume.
÷ This is also cancelled when the volume is changed.
Bass and treble compensation
SOUND
Tone adjustment
Remote control unit only
The lowest and highest frequency bands can be
adjusted independently.
1 Select the frequency band.
TONE
Each press switches the operation.
1 "BASS" (low frequency) adjust-
ment
2 "TREBLE" (high frequency) adjust-
ment
3 Normal mode
(Go to step 2 within 20 seconds.)
2 Adjust.
Basic section
Each press switches the modes as follows.
1 "EX.BASS" lights.
The lowest and highest frequencies are
enhanced regardless of the current volume
level.
2 "LOUD" (Loudness) lights.
The lowest and highest frequencies are
enhanced according to the current volume
level. (Effective during low-volume listening.)
3 Both indicators off.
Cancelled.
÷ Adjusting the tone while the "LOUD" or "EX.BASS"
indicator is lit turns it off and cancels the sound enhancement mode.
VOLUME
(To adjust the other frequency band, repeat steps
1 and 2 for it.)
÷ The levels of both "BASS" and "TREBLE" can be ad-
justed in 2 steps in the range between -8 and +8.
÷ Adjusting the tone while the "LOUD" or "EX.BASS"
indicator is lit turns it off and cancels the sound enhancement mode.
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