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Panasonic
Portable Stereo Component System
RX-E300
Operating Instructions
Note:
The ‘‘E8’’ indication shown on the packing case indicates United
Kingdom.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
these instructions completely.
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COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
RQT2497-B
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Dear customer
Table of Contents
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these operating
instructions carefuily.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR WiOISTURE.
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORM
ANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECI
FIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOUR
SELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
DANGER-lnvisible laser
radiation when open
and interiock defeated.
AVOID DIRECT EX
POSURE TO BEAM.
flnsjde of product)
Before use
Caution for AC mains lead ........................................................ 3
Precautions ............................................................................... 4
Supplied Accessories
Power Sources
Connecting the Speaker System .............................................. 6
Concerning the Remote Control
Location of Controls................................................................... 8
Setting the Clock ....................................................................... 9
Programming Broadcast Stations
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Operation
Common Operations ....................................................11
Turning the unit ON/OFF .........................................................11
Adjusting the volume ...............................................................11
Displaying the present time or the tape counter
Easy Listening
Listening to Radio Broadcasts ....................................13
Preset tuning
Listening to broadcast stations which have not been
programmed (Manual tuning)................................................14
For better reception
Listening to CD
Selecting and listening to your favorite tracks
(Program play) .....................................................................16
To repeat tracks (Repeat) ........................................................17
Playing selections in random order (Random play)
Starting CD play from a desired track (Direct play)
To skip tracks........................................................................ 18
To search forward or backward ...............................................18
Listening to Tapes ...................................................... 19
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Recording
Recording CD ............................................................. 20
Easy CD recording
Recording using an alternative method to
easy CD recording ...............................................................21
Recording Radio Broadcasts ......
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Tone quality
Selecting the Equalizer Effect
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23
Timer
Using the Wake-up Timer
To use the sleep timer in conjunction with
the wake-up timer
Using the Recording Timer
To use the sleep timer in conjunction with the
recording timer .....................................................................27
Using the Sleep Timer Function ..................................28
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General information
Using Microphone/Headphones...............................................29
Concerning CO.........................................................................30
Concerning Cassette Tapes.....................................................30
Maintenance
Quick Reference of Remote Control Operations
Troubleshooting Guide........................................■
Technical Specifications
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Back cover
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Caution for AC mains lead
(For United Kingdom)
(“EB” area code model only)
For your safety, please read the following text care
fully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin
mains plug for your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure
that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and
that it is approved by ASIA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASIA mark or the BSI mark ^ on
the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must
ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used
until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your
local dealer.
CAUTIOM!
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUIT
ABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR
HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE RE
MOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DIS
POSED OF SAFELY.
THERE !S A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRI
CAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS IN
SERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be con
nected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with
the letter L or coloured RED.
Under no circumstances should either of these wires
be connected to the earth terminal of the three pin
plug, marked with the letter E or the Earth Symbol ^.
Before use
Remove the connector cover as follows.
How to replace the fuse
1. Remove the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
2. Replace the fuse and attach the fuse cover.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring
code as shown below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accor
dance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
appliance may not correspond with the coloured mark
ings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected
to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the
letter N or coloured BLACK.
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Precautions
elf the set is not used for a long period of time or is used only
from an AC power source, remove all the batteries to prevent
potential damage due to possible battery leakage.
«Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat. Do not leave
it in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long time with
the doors and windows closed as this may deform the cabinet.
»Avoid cuts, scratches, or poor connections in the AC mains lead, as
they may result in possible fire or electric shock hazard. Also,
excessive bending, pulling or splicing of the cord should be
avoided.
«Do not unplug the AC mains lead by pulling on the cord. To do so
may cause premature failure or shock hazard.
«Do not operate the set on AC power in a bathroom, as a potential
shock hazard may result.
«When not in use, disconnect the AC mains lead from the household
mains outlet. ' -
• Be careful that curtains and similar materials do not obstruct the
ventilation holes.
Please check and identify the supplied acces
sories.
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In these operating instructions, “unit off” is defined as the
following mode.
“Standby” when AC pow^ is used,
“Battery power off” when batteries'are used.
BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS
LEAD ON PAGE 3 BEFORE THE FOLLOWING CONNEC
TION.
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Power Sources
This system сап be operated either on the househoid AC power or
the dry cell battery power.
To operate on AC power
Connect the included AC mains lead to the AC IN— socket of this
unit and your household mains outlet.
AC mains lead and household mains outlet are different according to
the area.
To operate on dry cell battery power
Battery life
When the batteries are weak:
»The display of the front panel will start to flash.
»The unit will automatically turn itself off, then “U01” will be ap
peared on the display.
In those cases, replace ail batteries with new ones.
Memory back-up batteries
In the event of a power failure, or if the AC mains lead is discon
nected from the household mains outlet (during AC operation), or
should the battedes fail, the memory back-up batteries wili preserve
the preset memory and the timer functions of this unit.
Please read “Use of batteries" on page 7.
Battery installation
Insert four “R6/LR6” size (UM-3, not included) batteries into the
battery compartment, making sure that the batteries are installed in
the designated numerical order that the proper polarities are main
tained.
When using the memory back-up batteries (see right), insert them
first.
Please read “Use of batteries" on page 7.
Battery installation
Unplug the AC mains lead from the household mains outlet and the
AC IN— socket of the unit.
Open the compartment for the batteries and insert eight “R20/LR20”
size (UM-1, not included) batteries into the battery compartment.
Make sure that the batteries are installed in the designated numeri
cal order and that the proper polarities are maintained.
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Rear panel
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“R20/LR20" size
(UM-1)
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Inner row
• Batteries installed with incorrect poiarities may leak and damage
this unit.
• Do not mix batteries (old and new) or types (manganese and
alkaline, etc.).
• if the unit is not used for a long period of time or is used only from
an AC power source, remove the batteries to prevent potential
damage from possible battery leakage.
Outer row
Battery removal
Press the © side of the battery No. 2.
Battery life
The life of the memory back-up batteries is about one year.
•The life of the memory back-up batteries can be prolonged by
keeping the AC mains lead plugged in the household mains outlet
at all times.
•When disconnecting the AC mains lead, turn the unit off first using
the POWER button.
•The life of the memory back-up batteries is reduced if the AC mains
lead is disconnected from a household mains outlet with the power
still supplied.
•While exchanging the memory back-up batteries, be sure to con
nect the AC mains lead both to the unit and to the household mains
outlet.
Battery removal
Pull out the © side of battery No. 6.
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Connecting the Speaker System
This unit can be used as a one*piece portable stereo system or a
three-piece component system, by attaching or detaching the
speaker system.
Before attaching or detaching the speakers, be sure to disconnect
the speaker cables from the speaker terminals.
Be sure to press POWER to turn the unit off before connecting or
disconnecting the speaker cables.
Attaching the speakers
1. Align the speaker with the main unit as shown in
the figure, interlock the grooves and press
down.
2. Connect the colored speaker cable to the same
colored speaker terminals.
Detaching the speakers
1. Unlock the speaker release levers by pulling
them in the direction shown above, and slide up
each speaker.
2. Connect the speaker cables to the speaker ter
minals.
Speaker release lever
3. When using the unit with the speakers attached,
wind the speaker cables as shown.
Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker, keep magnetized
commuter passes, tickets or personal credit cards, recorded tapes,
watches, etc. away from the speakers. The magnet in the speakers
may damage them.
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Concerning the Remote Control
Battery installation
Insert two “R03” size {UM-4, not included) batteries as shown below.
Use of batteries
•Do not mix old and new batteries, or batteries of different types
{manganese with alkaline, etc.).
•Always remove old, weak or worn-out batteries promptly and dis
pose of them properly.
•Never subject batteries to excessive heat or flame: do not attempt
to disassemble them; and be sure they are not short-circuited.
• If the unit is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the
batteries and store them in a cooi, dark place.
• If a battery leaks, remove all batteries and dispose of them prop
erly.
•Thoroughly clean the battery compartment before Inserting new
batteries.
•If the electrolyte comes Into contact with skin or clothes, flush with
water immediately.
•Keep batteries out of reach of children.
•Do not use rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) type batteries.
•Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
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Remote control unifs operation range
Remote control signal sensor (SENSOR)
•Do not place obstacles between the remote control signal sensor
and remote control unit.
•Do not expose the remote control signal sensor to direct sunlight or
to the bright light of an invertor fluorescent tight.
•Takecare by keeping the remote control signal sensor and the trans
mission window free from dust.
To prevent malfunctioning of the remote control unit:
•Do not disassemble or reconstruct the unit.
•Do not place heavy objects on top of it.
• Do not leave it where it will be exposed to direct sunlight.
• Do not spill beverages or other liquids over it.
Battery life
The battery life is about one year.
Although the battery life varies depending on how often the device is
used, the batteries should be replaced about once every year on the
average.
The batteries should be replaced if commands from the remote
control transmitter do not operate the unit even when transmitter is
held close to the front panel.
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Location of Controls
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Deck controls
No.
©
Speakers
Name
Ref. page
@ Sleep timer button (SLEEP)
Power “STDBY (!) (AC)/ON” switch
[POWER, STDBY 6 (AC)/ON] 11
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of
power.
0 Preset equalizer button (PRESET EQ)
0 Display panel
Volume control buttons (VOLUME)
© Standby indicator (STANDBY (!)) U
When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this indica
tor lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is
turned on.
@ Remote control signal sensor (SENSOR) 7
Mixing microphone jack (MIX MIC) 29
® Headphones jack (PHONES)
© Timer set button (TIMER)
Time adjust/memory button
(ADJUST, MEMORY)
@ Time check button (TIME CHECK)
Time set buttons
([KW/« j >C>/l>t>D 1 “ TUNING/TIME SET +)
25, 27
28
23
11
11
29
No.
Stop button (□ STOP)
@ Play/direction button (<l [> PLAY/DIR) 12,19
0 Tape lid
@) Rewind button (REW)
Tape lid open button (^ EJECT)
Dolby noise reduction button
(DOLBY NR)
Counter reset button
(COUNTER RESET)
Fast forward button (FF)
Recording standby button (REC PAUSE) 21, 22
Name
Ref page
19
19
19
19
19
19
19
CD controls
No.
CD iid
Easy CD recording button
(EASY CD REC)
CD lid open button (^ CD EJECT)
Play/pause button ( >0D PLAY/PAUSE) 12,15
@ Stop/clear button (D STOP/CLEAR)
Name
Ref page
15
20
15
15
Tuner controls
No.
Band seiect button (BAND)
@ Preset tuning button (PRESET TUNING) 12,13
@ Tuning buttons
(CKK/« J !»/[>l>Q j “ TUNING/TIME SET +)
Name
8
Skip/search buttons
(D<l</<1<,[>C>/C>t>0 , “ TUNING/TIME SET +) IS
Ref. page
10,12
10
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Setting the Clock
The clock has a 24-hour display.
Example: Setting the clock to 16:20;
Press POWER.
TIME CHECK
ADJUST
Press TIME CHECK to display
the present time.
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(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
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Press ADJUST.
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ADJUST
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TiiyiE SET
ADJUST
For your reference:
You can set the clock even in the unit off mode (only when using AC
power).
Press
CKM/<i<
display the hour (16).
Press ADJUST.
Press
[KK!/<i<
display the minute (20).
Press ADJUST.
(The clock now starts operating, and the
display returns to Its original status.)
or
[»/tXXl
or
ix>/t>i>a
to
to
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Programming Broadcast Stàtìons
Once broadcast stations have been programmed, they can easily be
tuned in at the touch of a button on the unit or on the remote control.
ForU.K.:
Up to ten LW, WIW and FM stations each can be programmed in the
preset channeis.
For Australia and New Zealand:
Up to ten FM and AM stations each can be programmed in the
preset channels.
1 2*4 3*5
Example: Programming FM 88.10 MHz In preset channel 2;
ForU.K.:
Press BAND to display “FM” .
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(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
For Australia, New Zealand:
Press BAND to display “FM”.
AM-»-FM
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(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
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lect the station.
Tlìné SET
ADJUST
FM stations can be selected automati
cally (see right).
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Press ADJUST.
Flashes.
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Press [KK/« or i>i>/[>oa to
display the preset channel in
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which the station is to be pro
grammed.
Preset channel
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ADJUST While is flashing, press
Qw ADJUST.
MEMORt:^
Repeat steps 2 to 5 to program
the other stations.
Seiecting FM stations automatically:
Keep pressing exk)/<w or e»/>W] until the frequency display starts to
change. A station with good reception is automatically selected and
the selection process then stops.
To stop the selection at any time:
Press 0«/« or »/[>{>0 again.
The selection may stop without tuning into any station if there is
interference in the vicinity. In such a case, tap d<i</<m or w>/i>t>a until
a station’s frequency is picked up.
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Programming AM (LW/MW) stations:
1. Press BAND in step 1 to display AM (LW/MW).
2. Perform steps 2 to 6.
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Common Operations
Turning the unit ON/OFF
Displaying the present time or the tape counter
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To turn the unit ON:
Press POWER.
The backlight of the display comes on.
To turn the unit OFF:
Press POWER.
When using an AC power, the unit is
turned to standby mode. (STANDBY c!)
indicator lights.)
Adjusting the volume
VOLUME
The volume level can be adjusted from “— dB” (lowest) to “0 dB”
(highest).
For your reference:
The volume can be adjusted even in the unit off mode (only when
using AC power).
Press VOLUME - or VOLUME
+ to adjust the volume to the
desired level.
+: Press to turn up the volume,
Press to turn down the volume.
These operations come in handy to check the present time during
play or to check the tape counter during recording.
(Available only from the remote control)
DISPLAY
Example; When DISPLAY is pressed during CD play;
1. The play status is
indicated.
2. The present time
is indicated.
3. Tape counter display
is indicated.
Press DISPLAY.
Each time the button is pressed, the dis
play will change as follows;
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loaded.
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Easy Listening
{Only when a household mains outlet Is used for the unit)
When a CD or tape is inserted, you can start play directly by pressing
a single button (even in the unit off mode).
Listening to CD:
Press
>D0
PLAY/PAUSE.
PWVffAl
For your reference:
•You can play directly by pressing the same button on the remote
control transmitter.
• Even when the unit is being powered by batteries, you can start
play directly by pressing the single button (mentioned above) after
turning on the unit.
Listening to tapes:
Press <1 > PLAY/DIR.
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Listening to radio broadcasts:
Press BAND or PRESET
TUNING.
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Listening to Radio Broadcasts
Preset tuning
Make sure you have completed the procedure for “Programming
Broadcast Stations” (See page 10} beforehand.
To listen to a station without programming it first, refer to “Listening
to broadcast stations which have not been programmed" (See
page 14).
Using the main unit
1 2
ForU.K.:
Press BAND to display “LW”,
“MW” or“FM”.
LW^MW->FM—
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(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
For Australia, New Zealand:
Press BAND to display “FM”
or “AM”.
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(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
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TUNERfBAND
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Using the remote control
1. Press TUNER/BAND to display “FM” or “AM”
(LW/MW).
2. Press the number button (1 to 1Q/Q) to select the
□
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Press PRESET TUNING to se
lect the preset channel.
The station is changed each time the
button is pressed.
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Listening to broadcast stations which
have not been programmed
(Manual tuning)
1 2
FbaND i
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ForU.K.:
Press BAND to display “LW”, “MW” or “FM”.
LW^ M W~> FM
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(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
For Australia, New Zealand:
Press BAND to display “FM” or “AM”.
AM-> FM
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(The display changes each time the but
ton Is pressed.)
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Frequency display steps:
The frequency display changes in the following steps:
(For U.K.)
FM: 50 kHz steps
LW, MW: 9 kHz steps
(For Australia, New Zealand)
FM; 100 kHz steps
AM: 9 kHz steps
For better reception
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When there is too much interference during an
FM stereo broadcast
(Available only from the remote control)
Reduce the interference by setting the sound to monaural.
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Press ST/MONO.
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'^Ning/
“Time SET
Selecting FM stations automatically:
Keep the button depressed until the frequency display starts to
change. A station with good reception is automatically selected and
the selection process then stops.
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Press D<Ki/<i< or E>[>/i>i>a to tune in the broadcast station.
»/»O : Press this to increase the
CKK!/<K1: Press this to decrease the
FM stations can be selected automati
cally (see below).
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broadcast frequency.
broadcast frequency.
Lights when an FM stereo
program is picked up.
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Lights when a station is
tuned in properly.
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To return to stereo reception, repeat the same procedure and turn
off the incHgi display.
The SI display will not light in the monaural mode even when a
stereo broadcast is received.
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Adjusting the antenna for better reception
FM
Puii out the telescopic antenna and adjust its length and angle for
optimum reception.
AM (LW/MW)
Turn the unit in the direction which gives the best results.
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Listening to CD
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CD EJECT
Press □ STOP/CLEAR.
“NO DISC" appears on the display.
Press ^ CD EJECT to open
the CD lid, insert the CD and
close the lid.
Insert a CD with its iabel
facing up.
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Total number of tracks
Press
start play.
Piay now starts in sequence from track 1
to the last track, after which it wiii stop
automatically.
Total piay time
>DD
PLAY/PAUSE to
To stop play:
Press □ STOP/CLEAR.
STOfr
CLEAR
To Stop play temporarily:
Press >DD PLAY/PAUSE.
To resume play, press t>DD PLAY/PAUSE again.
Interference may affect radio or TV reception when CDs are played
close to a radio or TV set. If this occurs, place the unit as far away
from the set as possible.
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Track nur
iber in play
Elapsed play time of track in play
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Listening to CD
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Selecting and listening to your favorite tracks (Program play)
Up to 36 tracks can be programmed.
Using the main unit
Example: Selecting tracks 2, 5 then 7;
1
STOP
CLEAR
o<)</<3<] t?t>/i>c<i Press Q<K!/<i< or i>i>/[>t>a to se-
"TImE set^
ADJUST
MEMOK^
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Press □ STOP/CLEAR.
lect the desired tracks.
Press ADJUST.
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Programme
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Total play time of programmed track
Repeat steps 2 and 3.
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id track
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Using the remote control
1. Press B/CLEAR.
2. Press PROGRAM.
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3. Pressoneof the number buttons (1 to 10/0, +10) to select the desired track.
To select a track with a number exceeding 10:
Example: Track 13; tl? 1
Lights.
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Track 20;
Track 35;
4. Repeat step 3.
5. Press ^/11 to start play.
When a track has been programmed in error;
(Available only from the remote control)
Press CANCEL In the stop mode.
Each time the button is pressed, the track programmed last is
canceled.
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5
Press
ODD
PLAY/PAUSE.
The programmed tracks are played in the
programmed sequence, and play stops
automatically,
To clear program play:
Press □ STOP/CLEAR in the stop mode.
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When “FULL" appears on the display:
The number of programmed tracks has exceeded 36. No more
tracks can be programmed.
When "—:—” appears on the display:
The total play time of the programmed tracks has exceeded
t20 minutes. However, programming and play are still possible.
Memory retention of programmed tracks:
The contents of the memory wili be retained even if play is stopped
or if the unit is turned off before its completion.
This appears when tracks have been programmed in the memory.
To check what has been programmed:
Press 0«/« or w>/i>t>a while above display appears.
Each time this button is pressed, the number of the track and the
play sequence can be checked.
The program is erased in the following circumstances:
•When ^ CD EJECT has been pressed.
•When the AC mains lead is disconnected or the batteries are
removed without inserting memory back-up batteries beforehand.
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l/CLEAR
CD CD
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To repeat tracks (Repeat)
{Available only from the remote control)
REPEAT
Before play or during play:
Press REPEAT.
rn i~t
i_ -Lf / C
listening to CD
C li-nc
-l-u
_(
Lights.
To cancel repeat play:
Press REPEAT again to turn E) indicator off.
For your reference:
• In program play {see page 16), the unit plays the programmed
tracks in the programmed sequence repeatedly.
•You can enjoy the same track over and over by programming only
one track.
•When program play is canceled, the repeat mode is also deleted.
Playing selections in random order (Random play)
{Available only from the remote control)
B/cLEAR Press »/CLEAR.
Q)
RANDOM
All the tracks are played at random, and play automatically stops.
Press RANDOM.
’
r T) □
U J.( i_
n-n Í
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Lights.
To cancel random play:
Press B/CLEAR to turn iRANBgm indicator off.
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Random play with the programmed tracks is not possible.
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Starting CD play from a desired track
(Direct play)
(Using the main unit)
Example: Starting disc play from track 9;
To skip tracks
Oco;
OO 1
(KM/«I
"TIME SET"*"
3—
(5) (o) o o o
TUNING/ ,
o
ij
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J
Press □ STOP/CLEAR.
STOPC
CLEM'
D<M/<M WPM Press [KKi/<!<i or E>c>/!>{>a to
2
C—IIdisplay disired track number
_ N^"')ING/W .Q.
r T( n
L.
±f -)
Press
start play.
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i_ ±f
Ail the tracks starting from the track se
lected and ending with the last track are
played in sequence, and play automati
cally stops,
(Using the remote control)
1. Press B/CLEAR.
2. Press one of the number buttons (1 to 10/0, +10) to select the
desired track.
To select a track with a number exceeding 10; see page 16.
E>GD
PLAY/PAUSE to
n
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IKK/« [»/£>M During play:
Press >i>/i>t>a to skip ahead to
Tliw£ SET^
the start of the next track.
Press D<KI/<K] to skip back to
the start of the current track.
By repeating this operation, you can skip
tracks in the number that corresponds to
the number of times you pressed the but
ton.
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in random play (see page 17), you cannot skip to the beginning of
the track that has been already played.
For your reference:
In program play (see page 16), you can skip forward and backward
in the programmed sequence.
To search forward or backward
IKK/« [»/Cisfl
C
t>mE set
For your reference:
During program play (see page 16) and random play (see page 17).
search will only take place within the track in play.
During play:
Keep pressing i»/i»D to ad
vance disc play rapidly.
Keep pressing CKW/« to re
view disc play rapidly.
Release the button when the desired po
sition on the disc is reached.
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Listening to Tapes
Normal, chrome and metal tapes can be used. 2 iCa] 4И
ro
о о о о
О О О о
о о о о
о о о о
о о о о
ООО
о ф_о_о
ОООО
ОООО
О О
REV MODE
О
Press □ STOP.
STOP'
é. EJECT
playback is to
commence facing you.
PLAYfflift
Type of tape which can be played on this unit:
Normal/TYPE I
CrO/TYPE II 0
Metai/TYPE IV 0
Т D О С
МО L
Press ié: EJECT.
Load the tape and close the lid.
When the lid is closed, the tape travel
direction is automatically set to play the
side facing you.
t nnr ППП
' / 0 i_ UUU —
Tape travel direction indicator
Press <1 > PLAY/DIR.
Playback now starts.
While is displayed, the toward side is
played back.
Whileis displayed, the reverse side is
played back.
T П П Г П П П
till L- UUU I
Lights.
Tape counter
^
_________
О
To stop play:
Press □ STOP.
STOP'
To listen to the other side of
PlAY/DII
REW FF
да
RESET
the tape:
Press <11> PLAY/DIR during playback.
To rewind or fast forward the tape:
Press REW or FF.
To reset the tape counter to
“000J’:
Press COUNTER RESET.
Selecting the Dolby noise reduction function
Press DOLBY NR.
DOLB^^^
To release the Dolby NR function:
Press DOLBY NR again to turn off the ODnr indicator.
Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
“DOLBY" and the double-D symbol 00 are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
TheDQNR indicator lights.
Selecting the reverse mode
(Available only from the remote control)
REV MODE
The tape plays from the toward side to the reverse side, and
it then stops automatically.
C —)
The tape plays repeatedly until the n STOP is pressed.
(In the recording mode, the sound is recorded from the for
ward side to the reverse side and it then stops automatically.)
Only one side of the tape is played, and then the tape stops
automatically.
Press REV MODE to select the mode.
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Page 20
Recording CD
Normal and chrome tapes can be used.
The unit automatically identifies the type of tape.
Any change made to the volume or equalizer effect during recording
will not affect the recording,
Easy CD recording
Ail the tracks are recorded in their originai sequence onto a single
tape. (The reverse mode is automatically set to *).}
Only part of a track way be recorded at the end of the forward side.
This track will be re-recorded in its entirety at the beginning of the
reverse side.
Insert a CD.
There is no need to take up the leader tape.
Press □ STOP/CLEAR.
STOPf;
CLEAfl
EASY CD REC
Before loading the tape;
Press EASY CD REC to find
out how long the tape must be
to accommodate the recording
of all the tracks.
Length of the tape required to record all
tracks
Press ^ EJECT and load the
tape, which is longer than the
length indicated in step 2.
With the side on which recording is to
Press DOLBY NR to select the
DOLBY Dolby noise reduction setting.
(See page 19.)
EASY CD REC
Tape now rewinding
10-second blank
now being recorded
Recording starts
STOP
Press EASY CD REC to start
recording.
When this button is pressed, the leader
tape is rewound and after a 10-second
blank is recorded, recording starts.
(The recording level is set automatically.)
QO (
To stop recording;
Press □ STOP button.
The CD play also stops at the same time.
20
(Example: 60-minutes tape)
The tape travel direction is automatically
set to play the forward side. (The
display lights.)
For your reference:
When you intend to record especially important material, ensure you
replace worn out batteries beforehand, or simpiy plug the unit into a
household mains outlet.
Page 21
Recording CD
3 2
Recording tracks from several CDs onto a single tape
If there is stiil room on the tape after one CD has been recorded, the
unit will be set to the recording standby mode.
1
CD EJECT Press ^ and change the CD.
2
Make a recording from the first
CD.
23 451
Recording using an alternative method
to easy CD recording
This method is used in the following cases:
•When recording CD tracks onto the remainder of a tape containing
recorded material
•When recording from the reverse side
•When recording tracks with a long time in their original sequence
Insert the CD and press □
STO^
CLEAR
STOP/CLEAR.
Flashes.
EASYCDREC
When another CD is not going to be recorded in succession, press □
STOP to release the recording standby mode.
Press EASY CD REC.
Recording now starts from the position
on the tape.
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U'U 1
Recording your favorite tracks
After programming your favorite tracks {see steps 1 to 4 on page 16),
perform steps 2 to 5 on page 20.
Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording pre-recorded
tapes or discs on other published or broadcast material may
infringe copyright laws.
Type of tape which can be used for recording:
Normal/TYPE I
CrO/TYPE II
O
0
± EJECT
2
3 ^
^ DOLBY
REV MODE
REC PAUSE
OQD
PLAV/PAUSC
To take up the leader tape:
Press ^ EJECT and load the
tape with the side to be re
corded first facing you.
Play and find the position on the tape
where the recording is to start.
(When recording from the start of side A
or B, have the leader tape wound up
before proceeding.)
Press DOLBY NR to select the
Dolby noise reduction setting.
(See page 19.)
Press REV MODE on the re
mote control to select the re
verse mode. (See page 19.)
Press REC PAUSE.
The dS indicator flashes.
Press l>ai] PLAY/PAUSE.
Recording now starts.
Metain’YPE IV
X
Magnetic part
tape (sound can
be recorded) —
Leader tape
(sound cannot /» -*
be recorded)
Page 22
Recording Radio Broadcasts
Normal and chrome tapes can be used.
The unit automatically identifies the type of tape.
The recording ievel is set automaticaiiy.
Any change made to the voiume or equaiizer effect during recording
will not affect the recording.
2'^61 3 5
O o o o
o o o o
o o o o
O Q Q Q
o d) o o
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o o o
"o' db o o
oooo
oooo
B.P
o
Take up the ieadertape before proceeding. {See page 21.)
ForU.K.:
Press BAND to display “LW”,
“MW” or “FM”.
LW-» M FM-----------------------------i
c
(The dispiay changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
For Australia, New Zealand:
Press BAND to display “FM”
or “AM”.
AM^FM
--------------------------------
^ EJECT
C
(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
Press EJECT and load the
tape.
Press PRESET TUNING to se
lect the broadcast station.
c I'rf oo irt
t I I UU. lU
REC PAUSE
PLAYi
J
Press REC PAUSE.
Press < > PLAY/DIR.
While is displayed, recording starts
from the forward side.
While is displayed, recording starts
from the reverse side.
To stop recording:
Press □ STOP.
STOP'
To Stop the recording temporarily:
Press REC PAUSE. (The QS indicator flashes.)
To resume the recording, press < > PLAY/DIR.
When there is too much interference during AM
(LW/MW) recording:
(Available only from the remote control)
B.P
Press BP.
Select “BP1”, ‘‘BP2" or “BP3", which
ever yields less noise. (The sound may
be interrupted.)
22
DOLB^^^
REV MODE
Press DOLBY NR to select the
Dolby noise reduction setting.
(See page 19.)
Press REV MODE on the re
mote control to select the
mode. (See page 19.)
GSGSI
BP3 is available only for LW.
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Four equalizer effects have been stored in the unit
PRESET EQ
O
PRESET EQ
Press PRESET EQ to select
the desired equalizer effect.
p^X-EQ^C-EQ^S-EQ
Loff-eq^v-eq<-------------------------------------------
(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
The display indicates selected equalizer
effect.
Please note that the position of arrow
mark (legibility) depends on the viewing
angle.
-------------------------
About stored equalizer effects:
X*EQ (S-XBS): This gives an added punch to rock music, etc.
C-EQ (CLEAR): This boosts the treble range of music.
S-EQ (SOFT): This produces a soft, background music effect.
V-EQ (VOCAL): This enhances vocals.
When the equalizer effects are not going to be used (to listen to the original sound):
PRESET EQ
Press PRESET EQ.
The display indicating the equalizer
effects is cleared.
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Using the Wáke-iíp Timer
TIME CHECK
ADJUST
meÍS^^
wd/« i»/[>c=ii
G
TitviE SET
ADJUST
íM<i/<Ki M>/i>t>{i Press CKK/dM or [>c>/[>i>{] to
S'^'JING/
~TW£ SET
ADJUST
Press TIME CHECK to display
timer ON and OFF time.
Timer ON/OFF times
C
Original displays-Present time-
(The dispiay changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
OH OFF
n-nn n-n n
UU U LJ-UL.Í
■ ■ ■■
Press ADJUST.
[Setting the play start (ON)
time]
Press D<KI/<1< or i>i>/i>i>D to
dispiay “7” for the hour.
pO-1-2...6-7-8...23
(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
Press ADJUST.
■00-01...03...29-30...59-
c:
(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
Press ADJUST.
--------------------------
----------------------------------------
OFF
n-n n
U-LJ U
IKKl/« I»/>CH]
C
4
1
5
]
TtM£ SET
ADJUST
ME^^^
iX)<i/<K3 t>t>/!>t>fl Press [KW/« or »/ooa to
I display “30” for the minute.
-i -00-01...03...29-30...59-----------------------,
tíNiÉ SET
ADJUST
[Setting the play end (OFF)
time]
Press Q«/« or \»/[>c>u to
dispiay “8” for the hour.
pO-1 -2,. .6-7-8.. .23-----------------------------------1
(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
ON
“/■)1 n
f*LJU
Press ADJUST.
OFF|
.'niin
J_i-U LJ
1
c
(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
Press ADJUST.
Select the sound source to be
played.
Listening to radio broadcasts:
Follow the steps 1 and 2 on pages 13
and 14.
Listening to CD:
Follow the steps 1 and 2 on page 15.
It is possible to program tracks on a CD
(see steps 1 to 4 on page 16) and have
them played at the time set by the timer.
If the CD is ejected, or loaded after the
programming, the timer play will start
from the first track.
Listening to tapes;
Follow the steps 1 to 3 on page 19.
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ii№:F'^"^
8
9
VOLUME
TIMER
Press VOLUME - or VOLUME
+ to set the volume to be
heard during play.
The volume level during timer operation
is now set.
Press TIMER.
Timer play display lights.
Press POWER to turn the unit
off.
f-
This flashes at the programmed time.
TIMER
- TiMeR -
r Tt ' ■ r
U M I
n “i
I tn
"tu
L C-
nn t
u-u I
To use the sleep timer in conjunction
with the wake-up timer
For example, falling asleep while listening to an FM program and
waking up the next morning listening to a CD:
See page 28 for the sleep timer operation.
1. Set the timer for playback to listen to the CD
(steps 1 to 8 on pages 24 and 25).
2. Listen to the radio.
3. Press SLEEP.
You cannot make a different CD program setting for the timer play
back and sleep timer.
For your reference:
Even if the volume is changed for the sleep timer, the sound will be
heard while the timer play is operating at the volume which was
adjusted when setting the timer play.
TIMER
To check what has been programmed (only when unit is OFF):
(Available only the unit is operated on AC power)
Press TIME CHECK.
The display shows the following information each time the button is
pressed,
1. Programmed time
2. Programmed source
3. Present time (Original display)
To enjoy play after programming (after step 8):
1. Start playing the desired sound source.
2. After play turn the unit off.
Even if you change the volume level or sound source, whatever was
programmed is restored at the wake-up time.
Using the timer at the same time every day:
First check that TIMER appears on the display and then turn the unit
off. Follow the steps 6 to 9 to change the source and volume for the
timer function.
To stop the timer in mid-operation:
Turn the unit off.
To release the timer function;
Press TIMER and clear the timer play
display.
The OFF display now appears.
The timer does not operate but the time
setting is stored in the memory.
Esa
The timer will not operate if the unit is on.
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Using lite Recording Timer
Make sure that you set the clock first. (See page 9.)
The recording timer makes it possible to record radio program of
your choice at the designated time.
14:30;
TIME CHECK
, %
ADJUST
Press TIfUIE CHECK to display
timer ON and OFF time.
»■Timer ON/OFF times
-Original display*-Present time-
(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
n-n n
OFF
n-n n
u-u u
-----------
8
2‘5
[KM/«I CsO/CtK!
_ ,0^'(ING/
timE set
adjust
[Setting the recording end
(OFF) time]
Press D«/« or i»/i>t>o to
display “14” for the hour.
0-1-2...12-13-14...23---------------------
E
(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
ON ^ ^
fr<nn _ fU-nn
(
U U u t HU u
□
WIEM0Ri3
TiT«e SET
ADJUST
,0^'JING/
IWE SET
ADJUST
Press ADJUST.
[Setting the recording start
(ON) time]
Press Q<Ki/<K5 or l»/[>t>Q to
display “13” for the hour.
pO-1-2...12-13-14...23
(The display changes each'time the but
ton is pressed.)
qN 1 ,
_ (nnn nnn
f
/ 1 N
-----------------------
OFF
L/'U U
Press ADJUST.
Press D«/« or [>i>/t>i>a to
display “00” for the minutes.
pQ0-01...03...29-30...S9
(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
(Z7H if l_
i_f-UU
^ . N
---------------------
OFF
n-n n
u-u u
-j
Press ADJUST.
Press ADJUST.
IKM/« I»/W>tl
C
Tt^e SET
[
adjust
Press D<Ki/<Ki or »/[x>a to
display “30” for the minutes.
p00-01...Q3...29-30...59 |
(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
ON
(3nn
f_f-uu
'-Ju
(U-UtL
f f-uu
Press ADJUST.
Prepare to record the pro
gram.
1. Load the tape with the side to start
recording facing you.
2. Select the broadcasting station.
(See pages 13 and 14.)
3. Select the Dolby noise reduction set
ting and reverse mode.
(See page 19.)
Turn down the volume if you do not wish
to hear the sound during the recording.
(This will not affect the recording level.)
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Using the Recording Timer
8
TIMER
C
POWER )
TIMER
Press TIMER, and press it
again while “TIMER" is dis
played.
Timer recording display lights.
Press POWER to turn the unit
off.
■”/ 7i*n n
i_ i_-UU
This flashes at the programmed time.
- TIMER-HEC-
t\/t
c
t I
To release the timer function:
Press TIMER and clear the timer record
ing display.
The OFF display now appears.
The timer does not operate but the time
setting is stored in the memory.
nn in
UU. lU
To use the sleep timer in conjunction
with the recording timer
For example, falling asleep white iistening to a CD and subsequently
recording a late-night program on FM:
See page 28 for the sleep timer operation.
1. Set the timer for recording (steps 1 to 7 on
pages 26 and 27).
2. Play the CD.
3. Press SLEEP.
(Set the sleep timer so that the unit is turned off before the start of
the timer recording.)
To check what has been programmed:
(only when unit is OFF)
(Available only the unit is operated on AC power)
Press TIME CHECK.
The display shows the following information each time the button is
pressed.
1. Programmed time
2. Programmed station
3. Present time (Original display)
To enjoy play after programming (after step 7):
1. Start playing the desired sound source.
2. After play turn the unit off.
Even if you change the volume level or sound source, whatever was
programmed is restored at the time set for recording.
•The timer will not operate if the unit is on.
•The recording timer is released after the programmed recording
has performed.
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Using the Sleep Timer Function
The unit-off time can be set up to 120 minutes ahead of the present
time.
To change the sleep timer^s time setting
SLEEP
White the desired sound source is
playing:
Press SLEEP on to operate the
sleep timer function.
The original display is restored after
"SLEEP” has appeared, and the unit is
turned off after the time set has elapsed.
SLEEP
Press SLEEP.
SLEEP
CI C C i~l
i_ t
D^nn
u-uu
Sleep indicator Time setting
'
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r
SLEEP
9.EE
i” 1 r
"/~0
_f(_ L
"SLEEP” display
To release the sleep timer
1
function:
Press SLEEP and press again while
"SLEEP” is displayed.
The time setting will remain stored in the
memory.
To check the time remaining during operation:
Press SLEEP. jjme remaining: “37” minutes
SLEEP
Cl coo n-.
_it_i_i_i LJ-
To change the time remaining during operation:
1. Press SLEEP.
2. Press CKW/« or [>[>/¡>[>0 while the time remaining is indicated
(about 10 seconds) to change the time.
The changed time is not stored in the memory. When you use the
sleep timer function the next time, the original time prior to the
change remains programmed.
S
J 1
ADJUST
[}<K]/<KI C5{>/E>l>n
Press ADJUST.
SLEEP
Cl CCCi
Li L. L. t_ 1
.
_________
_ r-nn_
✓
L'LJU
Press CKM/« or [»/[>t>Q to
display the desired time.
■htnESET'
ADJUST
MEiWOH^
SLEEP
C 1 C C O
_/ i_ L. I_ 1
Press ADJUST.
_n-“in
(_/•_/u
/
For your reference:
Once a particular time is set, it will remain stored in the memory until
it is changed.
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Karaoke
1. Lower the volume and connect the microphone
(not included).
2. Start playing a CD or tape or turn on the radio.
3. Start karaoke singing and adjust the volume.
Recording the sound through the microphone
426 5
Recording karaoke sound with accompaniment from a CD
4 562
1. Lower the volume and connect the microphone.
2. Insert the CD and press □ STOP/CLEAR.
3. Load the tape.
4. Select the Dolby noise reduction setting and
reverse mode. (See page 19.)
5. Press REC PAUSE.
6. Press
[>0D
PLAY/PAUSE and start the karaoke.
Piay and recording start.
1. Lower the volume and connect the microphone.
2. Press □ STOP.
3. Load the tape.
4. Select the Dolby noise reduction setting and
reverse mode. (See page 19.)
5. Press REC PAUSE.
6. Press < > PLAY/DIR.
Recording starts.
For your reference:
•To record, have the leader tape \wound up first.
•Disconnect the microphone when it is not going to be used.
• if howling (a prolonged wailing noise) occurs while the microphone
is used, use the microphone further away from the speakers or turn
down the volume.
BSSS
When karaoke singing with accompaniment from a CD, sound is
heard only while the CD is playing. No sound is heard in the stop or
pause mode.
Listening to sound with headphones
L
gTQ (O) (© OOO
y
Headphones
(plug type: Stereo mini) phones
o
Lower the volume and connect the headphones
(not Included).
Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing
damage.
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Concerning CD
Only compact discs having this mark can be used
with this unit.
(flog®
DIGITAI, AUDIO
To remove a disc from its case
Press the center holder and lift the disc holding by the edges.
To hold the disc
Hold the disc by the edges so the surface is not soiled with finger
prints.
Fingerprints, dirt and scratches can cause skipping and distortion.
(Correct) (Incorrect)
О
To store a disc in its case
Insert the disc label facing upwards and press downward at the
center.
Label'
Cassette Tapes
Selection of cassette tapes
Cassette tape exceeding 90 minutes;
These tapes are handy for their long playback and recording time
but be careful about repeatedly stopping, starting, rewinding and fast
forwarding these tapes in short intervals as they are thin, tend to
stretch and may become entangled in the deck mechanism.
Do not use the Fe-Cr tapes (TYPE III) in this system:
If you use this tape, it is impossible to obtain the required flat
frequency response.
If the tape loosens, take up the slack
Tape slack may cause the tape to break.
To prevent erasure of recorded sounds
Remove the erase-prevention tabs with a screwdriver or a similar
object.
If the surface is soiled
Wipe gently with a soft, damp (water only) cloth.
(Correct) (Incorrect)
If the disc is brought from a cold to a warm
environment, moisture may form on the disc
Wipe this moisture off with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth before using the
disc.
Improper disc storage:
You can damage discs if you store them in the following places;
•Areas exposed to direct sunlight
•Humid or dusty areas
•Areas directly exposed to a heat outlet or heating appliance
Handling precautions;
•Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing
utensils.
• Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electric
ity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
• Do not soil with fingerprints.
To re-record on a protected cassette, cover the slot with adhesive
tape.
.-v \ \ --\ \ \ Adhesive tape
\\ %
Detection hole
Do not cover the detection hoies on chrome and metal tapes.
Improper tape storage:
You can damage tapes if you store them in the following places;
• In high temperature [35°C or higher] or high humidity (80% or
higher) areas
• In a strong magnetic field (near a speaker, on top of a TV, etc.)
•This can erase a recording,
•Areas exposed to direct sunlight
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Maintenance
Maintenance of external surfaces
To clean this unit, use a soft, dry cloth.
If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth dipped in a
soap-and-water solution or a weak detergent solution.
Wring the cloth well before wiping the unit.
Wipe once again with a soft, dry cloth.
Never use alcohol, paint thinner, benzine, or chemically treated
cloths to clean this unit. Such chemicals may damage the finish of
your unit.
Lens care
open the CD lid and clean the lens with a blower (not included).
If the lens is extremely dirty, clean it with a cotton swab.
Tape head care
To assure sound quality for recording and playback, be sure to clean
the tape heads after approximately every 10 hours of use.
1, Press POWER to turn the unit off.
2, Press ^ EJECT to open the tape lid.
3, Clean the tape heads, pinch rollers and the capstan shafts with a
cotton swab (or a soft, lint-free cloth) slightly moistened with
isopropyl alcohol.
Do not use any solution other than alcohol for head cleaning.
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Quick Reference of Remote Control Operations
Common operations
Turning the unit ON/OFF
(when a household mains outlet is used)
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Adjusting the volume
Selecting the display (See page 11.)
One-touch play (See page 12.)
Sound quality adjustment/timer operations
Selecting the equalizer effects (See page 23.)
Setting/releasing the sleep timer (See page 28.)
Tuner operations
Listening to a programmed radio station (See page 13.)
Listening to a radio station which has not been programmed
(See page 14.)
- VOLUME +
CD CD
DISPLAY
o
(Radio) (CD) (Tape)
TUNERBAND ^
O O O
(The display changes each time the
button is pressed.)
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SLEEP
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Selecting FM reception in stereo or mono (See page 14.)
Reducing noise during the recording of AM (LW/MW)
programs (See page 22.)
ST/htOND
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CD operations
Quick Reference of Remote Control Operations
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Starting piay (See page 15.)
Temporarily stopping play (See page 15,)
Stopping play (See page 15.)
To clear program play (See page 16.)
To skip tracks (See page 18.)
To search forward or backward (See page 18.)
Listening from a particular track (See page 18.)
Selecting and listening to favorite tracks (See page 16.)
Listening to a track repeatedly (See page 17.)
Listening to tracks at random (See page 17.)
To erase last programmed track (See page 16.)
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Tape operations (See page 19.)
Starting play
Changing the direction
Fast forwarding
Rewinding
Stopping play
Recording (See page 21.)
Selecting the reverse mode
Resetting the tape counter to 000_
o
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FF
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REW
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REV MODE
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COUNTER
RESET
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Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for a possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some simple checks or a
minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the problem and restore proper operation.
If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the directory of
Authorized Service Centers (enclosed with this unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your dealer for instructions.
Problem Probable cause(s)
Common problems
No operation.
(When batteries are used
as the power source.)
“ERROR” appears.
“U01” appears. The batteries are flat.
“U02” appears.
Is the AC mains lead stiii connected to the unit
while batteries are being used?
Are the batteries flat?
Have the batteries been installed incorrectly with
their {+) and (-) polafitles reversed?
Have you made a mistake in operation?
Preparations have not been made to supply
power to the unit.
While listening to CD
Play does not start. No
display of track numbers,
etc.
Certain sections are not
played property.
While listening to ta
No recording.
High level of noise; poor
sound quality.
Has the CD been installed upside down?
Has condensation formed on the unit’s CD
section?
is the CD dirty?
Is the CD scratched?
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Have the tape’s erase-prevention tabs been
removed?
Are the heads soiled?
Have the heads been magnetized?
Suggested Remedy
Disconnect the AC mains lead.
Replace them with new ones. Alternatively, use a
household mains outlet as the power source.
Align the (+) and (-) polarities correctly.
Read the operating instructions and try again.
Replace them with new ones, Alternatively, use a
household mains outlet as the power source.
Install the batteries or connect the AC mains lead.
Install the CD with the label side facing up.
Turn the unit on and leave it on for about an hour
before further operation.
Wipe it with a soft cloth,
Replace with a new CD.
Cover the holes with adhesive tape.
Clean them.
Demagnetize them using a head eraser available
from an audio store.
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While listening to the radio
High level of noise;
stations cannot be tuned in
well.
Noise heard during AM
(LW, MW) reception.
Has the antenna been adjusted properly?
Are you using a remote control of other appliance
near the unit?
Are you operating the unit and a TV set at the
same time?
While using the remote control
No operation.
Are the batteries flat?
Have the batteries been installed incorrectly with
their (-I-) and (-) polarities reversed?
Is the remote control’s transmitter pointed at the
unit’s sensor?
Is the unit’s sensor exposed to direct sunlight or
strong fluorescent light?
Try changing its direction.
Use the remote control at a distance.
Place the unit at a distance from the TV.
Alternatively, turn off the TV’s power.
Replace them with new ones.
Align the (+) and (-) polarities correctly.
Check whether anything is obstructing the path
between the two and point the remote control
squarely at the unit's sensor and operate.
Shield the sensor from strong sources of light.
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Troubleshooting Guide
Problem
Probable cause(s)
While using the timer
No timer operation at the
programmed time.
About condensation
“Condensation" refers to the droplets of water which form, for exam
ple, on a coid winter’s day on the window panes in a warm room.
This unit contains a lens in the CD section, and condensation may
form on it in the following cases.
•Immediately after the heating has been turned on in the room
is the unit on {when the wake-up timer and
recording timer are being used)?
Has the programmed timer indicator (TIMER,
TIMER-REC or SLEEP) lighted?
Suggested Remedy
Turn off the unit upon completion of the settings.
Operate again so that the display lights up,
• In a steamy or very humid room
•When the unit is suddenly moved from a cold environment to a
warm environment
In cases like these, the unit may not function properly. Turn the unit
on and wait about an hour before attempting any further operations.
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Technicài Speé^icM
Radío
Frequency range
(For U.K.)
LW
MW
FM
(For Australia, New Zealand)
AM
FM
CD player
Sampling frequency
Decoding
Beam source
No. of channels
Frequency response
Wow and flutter
D/A converter
Tape recorder
Track system
Recording system
Erasing system
Monitor system
Frequency range
Normal
Cr02
Metal
144-288 kHz
522-1611 kHz
87.5- 108.0 MHz
522-1611 kHz
87.5- 108.0 MHz
44.1 kHz
16 bit linear
Semiconductor laser (wavelength 780 nm)
2 channel, stereo
20 Hz-20 kHz {+r,-2 dB)
Less than possible measurement data
MASH (1 bit DAC)
4 track, 2 channel, stereo
AC bias
AC erase
Variable sound monitor
30-16000 Hz
30-17000 Hz
30-17000 Hz
General
Power requirement
AC
Power consumption; 42 W
Battery 12
Memory back-up for
computer/clock
Speakers
2 Woofer
2 Tweeter
Jacks
Input
Output
Dimensions (WXHXD)
Weight
Note:
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Weight and dimensions are approximate.
MASH is a trademark of NTT.
This apparatus was produced to BS 800.
V (Eight “R20/LR20” size, UM-1 batteries)
6 V (Four “R6/LR6” size, UM-3 batteries)
MIX MIC; 5 mV (200-600Q}
SPEAKERS; LOW 2.7-80
Main unit; 297x 153X249 mm
Speakerbox; 150x152x233 mm
6.3 kg without batteries
230-240 V, 50 Hz,
8 cm
6x7 cm
HIGH 6-160
PHONES; 320
586x153x249 mm
Matsushita Electric industriai Co., Ltd.
Central P.O. Box 288, Osaka 530-91, Japan
Printed in Singapore
RQT2497-B
F0294O0
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