Panasonic SC-PM37MD User Manual

MD Stereo System

Operating Instructions

Model No. SC-PM37MD

EB GCS

Note:

“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

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Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product.

For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

These operating instructions are applicable to the following system.

			System			SC-PM37MD
			Main unit			SA-PM37MD
			Speakers			SB-PM37
	use
	Before
				CD and MD sections
			Right side of the product

			CLASS 1
			LASER PRODUCT
	DANGER	INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.					(Inside of product)
		AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
	ADVARSEL	USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING, NÅR SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERE					(Indersiden at apparatet)
		ER UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.
	VARO!	AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA					(Tuotteen sisällä)
		NÄKYMÄTÖNTÄ LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.
	VARNING	OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD OCH					(Apparatens insida)
		SPÄRREN ÄR URKOPPLAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.
	ADVARSEL	USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES OG SIKKERHEDSLÅS					(Produktets innside)
		BRYTES. UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.
	VORSICHT	UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET.					(Im Inneren des Gerätes)
		NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.				RQLS0218

CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS

OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES

OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN

HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

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Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

AC mains lead .................................................................	1 pc.
For the United Kingdom	For others
(VJA0733)	(RJA0019-2K)

Remote control ...............................................................	1 pc.
(EUR648109)

Remote control batteries .............................................

2 pcs.

FM indoor antenna .........................................................	1 pc.
For the United Kingdom	For others
(RSA0007-L)	(RSA0006-L)
FM antenna plug adaptor ...............................................	1 pc.
(Only for the United Kingdom)
(SJP9009)
AM loop antenna.............................................................	1 pc.
(RSA0033)

Use the numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.

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Table of contents		Safety precautions

Before use
Safety precautions...................................................................	3
Caution for AC Mains Lead .....................................................	4
Connections .............................................................................	5
The remote control ..................................................................	7
Opening the flap on top of the unit ........................................	7
Control reference guide ..........................................................	8
Demo and display mode .........................................................	9
Switching the display ..............................................................	9
Using headphones...................................................................	9
Setting the time ......................................................................	10
Auto power-off .......................................................................	10
Some useful information about MDs and CDs....................	11
Listening operations

Placement

Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life.

Do not place heavy items on the unit.

	Voltage	use
	Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit and
		Before
	cause a fire.
	Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when setting
	the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.
	AC mains lead protection

MDs .........................................................................................	12
CDs..........................................................................................	13
Other MD and CD functions ..................................................	14
Cassette tapes .......................................................................	16
The radio: manual tuning ......................................................	18
The radio: preset tuning........................................................	19
Recording operations
Before recording ....................................................................	20
Recording CDs .......................................................................	22
Recording the radio ...............................................................	27
Recording cassette tapes on MDs .......................................	28
Recording MDs on cassette tapes .......................................	28
Recording selected tracks ....................................................	28
MD editing operations

Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.

Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC mains lead can cause electric shock.

Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause electric shock.

Foreign matter

Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric shock or malfunction.

Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the power supply and contact your dealer.

Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.

Service

Using the MD group feature..................................................	29
Moving tracks–MOVE ............................................................	32
Combining tracks–COMBINE................................................	33
Dividing tracks–DIVIDE .........................................................	34
Erasing tracks and creating blank discs .............................	35
Titling discs and tracks .........................................................	36
Other operations
Changing the sound quality..................................................	40
Using the timers.....................................................................	41
Using the unit with a computer ............................................	44
Using other equipment..........................................................	47
References

Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other problem that is not covered in these instructions occurs, disconnect the AC mains lead and contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Electric shock or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is repaired, disassembled or reconstructed by unqualified persons.

Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power source if it is not to be used for a long time.

Specifications ........................................................................	49
Displays ..................................................................................	50
Troubleshooting guide ..........................................................	50
Maintenance ............................................................	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 carefully.

		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.
	use	Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the
		replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved
	Before	by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362.
		Check for the ASTA 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.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.

THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below.

If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.

As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.

The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

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WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF–KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A

Figure B

Fuse cover

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A

Fuse

(5 ampere)

Figure B

Fuse

(5 ampere)

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Connections

Placement of speakers

Speakers are designed identically so that no left or right channel orientation is necessary.

For better sound

¡Position the speakers 5 cm or more from the floor and wall.

¡Put them on a flat, stable surface.

¡Cover walls and windows with thick curtains.

Note

¡Keep your speakers at least 1 cm away from the system for proper ventilation.

¡These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Keep at least 10 cm away from televisions, personal computers or other devices easily influenced by magnetism.

¡To avoid damage to the speakers, do not touch the speakers cones if you have taken the nets off.

Caution

¡Use the speakers only with the recommended system.

Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire.

Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance.

¡Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilings.

Note

¡You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play sound at high levels over extended periods.

¡Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage

–When playing distorted sound.

–When the speakers are receiving howling from a microphone or record player, noise from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from an oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument.

–When adjusting the sound quality.

–When turning the unit on or off.

Before use

Basic connections

Adhesive tape

Before connection

¡Do not connect the AC mains lead until all other connections are complete.

	¡ To prepare the AM loop antenna, the FM antenna	(Right)	1	(Left)
	(except for the United Kingdom) and speaker
	cables, twist the vinyl tip and pull off.			2
			AM ANT
			EXT
			LOOP
			FM ANT
			75 Ω
				AC IN
	(FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM ONLY)			4
	READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS
	LEAD ON PAGE 4 BEFORE CONNECTION.
	Note		3
	The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit
	only. Do not use it with other equipment.

1 FM antenna

Fix the other end of the antenna where reception is best.

	For the United Kingdom			For others
	AM	ANT	AM	ANT
		EXT		EXT
	LOOP		LOOP
	FM	ANT	GND
	75 Ω		75 Ω
			FM	ANT

2 AM loop antenna

Stand the antenna up on its base.

Keep loose antenna cord away from other wires and cords.

	For the United Kingdom				For others
	AM	ANT		AM	ANT
					EXT
		EXT
	LOOP			LOOP
	FM	ANT		GND
			Ω
	75			75 Ω
				FM	ANT

To household mains socket

3 Speaker cables

Connect the cables to the
terminals of the same colour so					L
(+) and (–) are correct. Never
									L
allow the exposed wires to
contact	each	other	when
connected. Incorrect connection
can damage the unit.								LOW	(6 Ω)
The grey and blue cords are for					Black Red	HIGH (6	Ω)
high frequency and the red and				Grey	Blue
black	cords	are for	low

frequency.

	4 Connect the AC mains lead.	Appliance inlet
	Insertion of connector
	Even when the connector is perfectly inserted,	Connector
	depending on the type of inlet used, the front part of
	the connector may jut out as shown in the drawing.
	However there is no problem using the unit.
	For your reference	Approx. 6mm

Information you enter into the unit’s memory, except for time, remains intact for up to one week after the mains lead is disconnected.

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	A	Record player, etc.
			Back of the unit
		R L
			AUX
			R	L
use	B	Satellite receiver, etc.	Back of the unit
		OPT DIGITAL
Before
		OUT	OPT DIGITAL
				IN
		Optical fiber cable

C	Portable MD player
Headphone jack		-MD
		P
	Connection cable
	(Plug type: 3.5 mm stereo)
D

FM outdoor antenna

For the United Kingdom

	AM	ANT
		EXT
	LOOP
	FM	ANT
	75 Ω

75 Ω coaxial cable

Use the antenna plug adaptor (included).

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For others

AM	ANT
	EXT
LOOP
GND
75 Ω
FM	ANT

30 mm

q

w

Shield braid

15 mm

e	Core wire

Connections

External unit connections

¡Turn off all units before making connections.

¡Refer to the manual of the other unit for details. (Cables and equipment not included.)

Stereo phono cable

White (L)

Red (R)

A Connecting a record player or television

By connecting a record player or television to this unit, you can play audio from these units through this unit’s speakers and record to the MD and tape sections.

The example in the illustration shows connection of a record player with a built-in phono equalizer.

When connecting a record player other than this type, consult your audio dealer.

B Connecting digital equipment

You can play audio from digital equipment through this unit’s speakers and record to the MD and tape sections.

Remove the dust cap before use.

Use an optical fiber cable to connect digital equipment to OPT DIGITAL IN. This connection enables you to make digital recordings. Use analog connection to make analog recordings.

When OPT DIGITAL IN is not in use

Replace the dust cap to prevent dust from causing malfunction.

C Connecting a portable MD player

You can make analog recordings from a portable MD player.

Open the flap on top of the unit (a page 7) and connect this unit to the headphone jack on the portable MD player.

Note

Do not put the portable MD player on top of this unit when recording. This can cause noise.

See pages 47 and 48 for details about operating other equipment.

Optional antenna connections

Use outdoor antennas if radio reception is poor.

DFM outdoor antenna

¡Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.

¡The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.

A	For the United Kingdom			For others
		AM outdoor antenna
		5–12 m		5–12 m
AM	ANT		AM	ANT
				EXT
	EXT
LOOP			LOOP
FM	ANT		GND
75 Ω			75 Ω
			FM	ANT
B
		3
		1
			2
				R6/AA/UM-3
C
		Remote control
		signal sensor
		Transmission window
D		Push
		OPEN
		PUSH

Connections

A AM outdoor antenna

Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window or other convenient location.

Leave the loop antenna connected.

Note

¡Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use.

¡Do not use the antenna during an electrical storm.

The remote control

Before use

BBatteries

¡Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.

¡Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Do not;

¡mix old and new batteries.

¡use different types at the same time.

¡heat or expose to flame.

¡take apart or short circuit.

¡attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.

¡use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

¡keep together with metallic objects such as necklaces.

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.

If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer.

Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any part of your body.

Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

Replace if the unit does not respond to the remote control even when held close to the front panel.

C Use

Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 meters directly in front of the unit.

¡Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from dust.

¡Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.

Do not;

¡put heavy objects on the remote control.

¡take the remote control apart.

¡spill liquids onto the remote control.

D Opening the flap on top of the unit

Open the flap to use the USB, P-MD, and PHONES jacks.

Close the flap when you are not using it to keep dust out.

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A 1

11

2

12

PEN O 13

use
Before	3
	4	/I				CD TAPE
		AC IN				AUTO REC	14
	5
						CD MD
		LIGHT				MD REC	15
	6					MODE
		– DEMO				–DUAL
	7					HI-SPEED
	8					EJECT	16
						VOLUME
	9	USB/EXT-IN	STOP	MD /	CD /		17
		REW/ /	/ /FF		DOWN	UP
				TAPE	TUNER/BAMD		18
						OPEN/CLOSE

10

B

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

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SLEEP

CLOCK/

PLAY/

28

– AUTO OFF

TIMER

REC

29

TITLE

CHARA

ENTER

DISPLAY

30

31

ABC

DEF

EDIT MODE

1

2

3

32

GHI

JKL

MNO

SPACE !"#

4

5

6

10

PQRS

TUV

WXYZ

DELETE

7

8

9

33

REW/

/ FF

STOP/

CANCEL

/

0

/

EXT-IN

MD

CD

PLAYMODE

/

/

34

REC

TAPE

TUNER

PROGRAM

/

BAND

35

MD REC MODE

SOUND

THEATER S. MUTING

36

VOLUME

Control reference guide
A Main unit
q P-MD terminal (P-MD) .......................................................................	6
w USB terminal (USB).........................................................................	44
e Standby/on switch (8)...................................................................	12

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. r AC supply indicator (AC IN)

This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC mains supply.

t Display
y Display and light mode/demonstration button
(LIGHT –DEMO) .................................................................................	9
u Remote control signal sensor..........................................................	7
i MD slot
o Main operating buttons
!0CD tray
!1Headphone jack (PHONES) ..............................................................	9
!2Cassette holder
!3Cassette holder open button (OPEN ;) ........................................	16
!4Auto record buttons (* AUTO REC, CD q MD, CD q TAPE) ......23
!5SP/LP2/LP4 recording mode select/high-speed recording mode
button (MD REC MODE –DUAL HI-SPEED).............................	20, 25
!6MD eject button (EJECT ;) ............................................................	12
!7Volume control (VOLUME) .............................................................	12
!8CD tray open/close button (OPEN/CLOSE ;)...............................	13
B Remote control
!9Sleep/auto off button (SLEEP –AUTO OFF)............................	10, 43
@0Standby/on button (^).....................................................................	10
@1Character select button (CHARA)..................................................	37
@2Title edit button (TITLE) ..................................................................	36
@3Numbered, text buttons ......................................................	14, 19, 37
@4Main operating buttons
@5SP/LP2/LP4 recording mode select button
(MD REC MODE) ..............................................................................	24
@6Sound quality buttons (SOUND and THEATER S.) ......................	40
@7Volume buttons (–, + VOLUME) ...............................................	12, 40
@8Clock/timer button (CLOCK/TIMER) ........................................	10, 41
@9Play/record timer button (z PLAY/z REC) ...................................	41
#0Enter button (ENTER) .....................................................................	29
#1Display select button (DISPLAY) .........................................	9, 18, 20
#2Edit mode button (EDIT MODE) ...............................................	20, 29
#3Delete button (DELETE)..................................................................	37
#4Play mode button (PLAY MODE) .......................................	15, 16, 18
#5Program button (PROGRAM) ...................................................	14, 19
#6Muting button (MUTING).................................................................	40

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A

		/I			CD	TAPE
	AC IN				AUTO REC
					CD	MD
LIGHT –DEMO					MD REC
	LIGHT				MODE
					HI–-SPEED
	– DEMO
					DUAL
						EJECT
						VOLUME
	USB/EXT-IN		STOP	MD /	CD /
	REW/ /		/ /FF		DOWN	UP
				TAPE	TUNER/BAMD

OPEN/CLOSE

LIGHT

– DEMO

B		SLEEP	CLOCK/	PLAY/
		– AUTO OFF	TIMER	REC
	TITLE	CHARA	ENTER	DISPLAY
		ABC	DEF			DISPLAY
				EDIT MODE
1		2	3
	GHI	JKL	MNO	SPACE !"#
4		5	6	10
	PQRS	TUV	WXYZ	DELETE
7		8	9
	REW/		/ FF	STOP/
				CANCEL
/		0	/
	EXT-IN	MD	CD	PLAYMODE
		/	/
	REC	TAPE	TUNER	PROGRAM
/			BAND
	MD REC MODE	SOUND	THEATER S. MUTING

VOLUME

DISPLAY

C

Headphones

Top of the unit

PHONES

A Demo and display mode

Turning the demo function off

If you do not set the clock and the demo function is left on, then 10 seconds after you turn the unit off, a demonstration of the unit’s display starts.

This function is set to on at the time of purchase.

Press and hold [LIGHT –DEMO] until “DEMO OFF” is displayed.

The display changes each time the button is held down.

DEMO OFF (off) ! DEMO ON (on)							use
							Before
	Note
To save power during standby mode, turn the demo function off or set
the clock.
	Changing the display and light mode
You can change the brightness of the display and turn the side lights on
or off by changing the display mode.
Press [LIGHT –DEMO].
The mode changes each time you press the button.
The chart shows the type of display for each mode.
	Display and light mode		Display brightness		Side lights
		MODE 1	Bright		On
		MODE 2	Bright		Off
		MODE 3	Dim		Off

B Switching the display

Press [DISPLAY].

The display changes each time you press the button.

The information displayed depends on the source.

¡If you press this button while a title with 13 or more characters is being displayed, the title will scroll from right to left. The next display is shown if you press the button while a title is scrolling.

C Using headphones (not included)

Open the flap on top of the unit (\ page 7).

Reduce the volume before connection.

Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage. Plug type: 3.5 mm stereo

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A

		B	1 TITLE		SLEEP		CLOCK/	PLAY/		2,4
					– AUTO OFF TIMER			REC
					CHARA		ENTER	DISPLAY
				1	2		3		MODE		DISPLAY
			SLEEP –AUTO OFF		ABC		DEF	EDIT
				GHI	JKL		MNO	SPACE !"#
				4	5		6	10
				PQRS	TUV		WXYZ	DELETE
				7	8		9
				REW/			/ FF	STOP/
								CANCEL		3
				/	0		/
				EXT-IN	MD		CD	PLAYMODE
					/		/
use				REC	TAPE		TUNER PROGRAM
				/			BAND
Before				MD REC MODE SOUND			THEATER S. MUTING
						VOLUME

A

1

2 CLOCK/ TIMER

3 /	/
REW/	/ FF

4 CLOCK/ TIMER

B

SLEEP

–AUTO OFF

AUTO OFF

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A Setting the time

Remote control only

This is a 24-hour clock.

The example shows how to set the clock for 16:25 (4:25 pm).

1 Press [^] to turn the unit on.

2 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to display “CLOCK”.

Each time you press the button:

CLOCK / z PLAY / z REC / Original display ,

3 Within 10 seconds

Press [u/2 REW/ ] or [1/i /FF] to set the time.

Press and hold to change the time faster.

4 Press [CLOCK/TIMER].

The time is set and the original display is restored.

Displaying the clock

Press [CLOCK/TIMER].

The clock is shown for about 10 seconds.

Or

Press [DISPLAY] until the clock is shown (\ page 9).

The clock is shown until you change the display again.

Note

The clock can gain or lose about one minute a month. Reset it regularly to maintain accuracy.

B Auto power-off

Remote control only

When “MD”, “CD” or “TAPE” is selected as the source

To save power, the unit turns off if it is left unused for 10 minutes.

This function does not work if the source is tuner, AUX, P-MD, USB or OPT IN.

Press and hold [SLEEP –AUTO OFF].

“AUTO OFF” is displayed.

To cancel

Press and hold [SLEEP –AUTO OFF] to clear “AUTO OFF” from the display.

For your reference

¡ The setting is maintained even if the unit is turned off. When the unit is turned on again, the unit functions as described above.

¡ If you select any source other than “MD”, “CD” or “TAPE”, “AUTO OFF” goes out. It comes on again when you select “MD”, “CD” or “TAPE”.

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Some useful information about MDs and CDs

Types of MDs

Sound Cruise

			Shutter
Prerecorded MDs	Recording MDs
These discs are for	Apart from the time limitations, it is
playback only.	possible to record up to 254 tracks on an
	MD.

Recording on MDs

MDs are different to tapes

MDs give you control over how tracks are recorded and editing functions allow you to change the contents of an MD after recording.

Unlike cassettes, you do not need to find an empty space to start recording as all recordings start from the first available space. When the MD fills up, you can use the editing functions to erase unneeded tracks. You cannot record over tracks.

Limitations on digital recording

The serial copy management system (SCMS) prevents unlimited recording of digital material.

Clear, relatively intact, digital recordings can be made when recording a CD in this unit. So to protect the rights of the producer of the original material, it is not possible to make a further recording from that MD to another MD.

Analog recordings are unlimited by this system.

CD

MD

MD

(Long Play)

Advances in digital technology have now made it possible to record two to four times the amount of stereo material on an MD.

Now you can record a maximum of 160 minutes of audio on an 80-minute MD using LP2 recording mode and 320 minutes using LP4 recording mode.

SP: Standard recording mode

LP2: Double the amount of material. LP4: Four times amount of material.

The three modes can be used on the same MD.

Protecting your recordings

Move the switch to open the write protect hole. Close the hole when you want to record or edit the MD again.

Record protected Record enabled

open

closed

Glossary of terms

Analog

This is the method that phonographic records and cassettes use to handle sound signals.

Digital

This is the usual method used by MDs and CDs to carry and record sound signals. Digital recording can be of very high quality.

Editing

This refers to any post-recording changes made to the MD.

Marking

This is the act of adding track marks. It can be done automatically when recording, or it can be done manually during recording or after recording with the editing functions (DIVIDE).

TOC

Table of contents. Information stored on the MD about the tracks and times.

Track marks

These marks separate tracks. There can be up 254 marks on one MD. They can be inserted automatically or manually during recording, and they can be added (DIVIDE) or removed (COMBINE) with the editing functions after recording.

UTOC

User table of contents. This is information the user can edit, such as text and track positions.

The message “UTOC Writing” appears on the display after recording and editing.

Care and storage

Label MDs only as recommended. Extra labels and exposed adhesive can cause malfunctions.

Do not open the shutter, and close it immediately if it accidentally opens. Never touch the disc inside the MD cartridge.

Keep your MDs out of direct sunlight, humid and dusty places, and away from the direct heat of heating appliances.

CD selection and care

Choose discs with this mark: (a)

Playing CD-R and CD-RW

This unit can play CD-DA (digital audio) format audio CD-R and CD-RW that have been finalized upon completion of recording.

It may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW due to the condition of the recording.

Finalizing is a process that enables CD-R/CD-RW players to play

audio CD-R and CD-RW.

Do not;

¡use irregularly shaped discs. (b)

¡attach extra labels and stickers.

¡use discs with labels and stickers that are coming off or with adhesive exuding from under labels and stickers. (c)

¡attach scratch-proof covers or any other kind of accessory.

¡write anything on the CD.

¡clean CDs with liquids. (Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.)

¡use CDs printed with label printers available on the market.

Before use

Note when recording, editing, and titling

These operations are not complete until “UTOC Writing” and the “UTOC ”indicator stop flashing on the display. Be careful not to interrupt the power supply otherwise these operations will not be completed and the disc itself can be damaged.

a

b c

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1	2 3		4
/I		CD TAPE
AC IN		AUTO REC
		CD MD
LIGHT		MD REC
		MODE
– DEMO		–DUAL
		HI-SPEED
		EJECT	EJECT ;
		VOLUME
STOP g	CD /
USB/EXT-IN STOP MD /
REW/ / / /FF	DOWN	UP
TAPE	TUNER/BAMD
		OPEN/CLOSE

REW/u/2, 1/i/FF

operations
	1
Listening

/I

2

			Total number of		Total play
			tracks		time

3	Lights if the track was
	recorded monaurally
		Elapsed play
	Track number	time
		MONO
	MD /
		SP
	Current mode
4	VOLUME

DOWN UP

A

	1	2	3
	4	5	6
	7	8	9
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	13 14 15

MDs

1 Press [8].

The unit comes on.

2 Insert the MD.

If “MD” is selected as the source, the message “TOC Reading” appears on the display, then information about the disc is shown; total number of tracks, total play time, and any text information on the disc.

If “MD” is not selected as the source, you can see this information by pressing [MD q/h] and then [STOP g].

3 Press [MD q/h] to start play.

“SP” lights if the track was recorded with SP mode. “LP2” lights if the track was recorded with LP2 mode. “LP4” lights if the track was recorded with LP4 mode.

4 Adjust the volume.

To stop the disc

Press [STOP g].

To pause play

Press [MD q/h]. Press [MD q/h] again to resume play.

Skipping tracks

Press [REW/u/2] (backward) or [1/i/FF] (forward).

Skipping groups (a page 30)

Press and hold [REW/u/2] (backward) or [1/i/FF] (forward) while stopped.

Searching through tracks

During play or pause

Press and hold [REW/u/2] (backward) or [1/i/FF] (forward).

One touch play

When an MD is loaded and the unit is off, press [MD q/h]. The unit comes on and starts play.

To eject the MD

Press [EJECT ;].

For your reference

Å When “ ” is displayed

There are 16 or more tracks on the disc.

When “BLANK DISC” is displayed

You inserted a blank disc.

Relay play

Plays in the order MD, TAPE, CD.

While stopped

Press and hold [MD q/h] until “RELAY” appears.

To cancel

Press [STOP g].

During relay play

¡CD and MD repeat modes are canceled (a pages 15 and 31).

¡CDs and MDs play in the selected play mode (program, random, 1-song or 1-group a pages 14, 15 and 31).

¡Tape reverse mode switches to “/” if it was set to “$” (a page 16).

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3 41, 2

/I	CD TAPE
AC IN	AUTO REC
	CD MD
LIGHT	MD REC
	MODE
– DEMO	–DUAL
	HI-SPEED

EJECT

VOLUME

STOP g

USB/EXT-IN STOP

MD /

CD /

REW/ /	/ /FF	DOWN	UP
	TAPE	TUNER/BAMD
			OPEN/CLOSE
REW/u/2, 1/i/FF

1

OPEN/CLOSE

2 Label must face upward

OPEN/CLOSE

Total number of tracks Total play time

	3	Track number Elapsed play time
	4	CD /
		VOLUME

DOWN	UP
A	1	2	3
	4	5	6
	7	8	9
	10 11 12
	13 14 15

		CDs
	1 Press [OPEN/CLOSE ;] to open the tray.
		The unit comes on automatically.
	2	Insert the CD.
		Set a CD label up on the tray.
		Press [OPEN/CLOSE ;] to close the tray.
		If “CD” is selected as the source, the message “TOC Reading”
		appears on the display then the total number of tracks and total
		play time are displayed.
		If “CD” is not selected as the source, you can see this information
		by pressing [CD q/h] and then [STOP g].
	3 Press [CD q/h] to start play.
	4	Adjust the volume.
	To stop the disc
				operations
	Press [STOP g].
	To pause play
	Press [CD q/h]. Press [CD q/h] again to resume play.
	Skipping tracks			Listening
	During play or pause
	Press [REW/u/2] (backward) or [1/i/FF] (forward).

Searching through tracks

Press and hold [REW/u/2] (backward) or [1/i/FF] (forward).

One touch play

When a CD is loaded and the unit is off, press [CD q/h]. The unit comes on and starts play.

To remove a CD

Press [OPEN/CLOSE ;].

For your reference

Å When “ ” is displayed

There are 16 or more tracks on the disc.

Relay play

Plays in the order CD, MD, TAPE.

While stopped

Press and hold [CD q/h] until “RELAY” appears.

To cancel

Press [STOP g].

During relay play

¡CD and MD repeat modes are canceled (a pages 15 and 31).

¡CDs and MDs play in the selected play mode (program, random, 1-song or 1-group a pages 14, 15 and 31).

¡Tape reverse mode switches to “/” if it was set to “$” (a page 16).

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Listening operations

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			SLEEP	CLOCK/		PLAY/
			– AUTO OFF TIMER			REC
		TITLE	CHARA	ENTER		DISPLAY
			ABC	DEF		EDIT MODE
		1	2	3
1–0, ≥10		GHI	JKL	MNO
						SPACE !"#
		4	5	6		10
		PQRS	TUV	WXYZ		DELETE
		7	8	9
		REW/		/ FF		STOP/
						CANCEL
		/	0	/					g STOP/CANCEL
		EXT-IN	MD	CD		PLAYMODE
q/h MD,			/	/
		REC	TAPE	TUNER PROGRAM
q/h CD		/		BAND
		MD REC MODE SOUND		THEATER S. MUTING

VOLUME

	ABC
1	2	3
GHI	JKL	MNO	SPACE !"#
4	5	6	10	Selected track	Elapsed
PQRS	TUV	WXYZ		number	play time
7	8	9
	0

B

SLEEP

CLOCK/

PLAY/

– AUTO OFF TIMER

REC

TITLE

CHARA

ENTER

DISPLAY

ABC

DEF

EDIT MODE

2

1

2

3

GHI

JKL

MNO

SPACE !"#

4

5

6

10

PQRS

TUV

WXYZ

DELETE

7

8

9

REW/

/ FF

STOP/

u/2 REW/

CANCEL

g STOP/CANCEL

/

0

/

1/i

/FF

EXT-IN

MD

CD

PLAYMODE

/

/

REC

TAPE

TUNER PROGRAM

/

BAND

3

1

MD REC MODE SOUND

THEATER S. MUTING

VOLUME

1	PROGRAM
			PGM
2			Programmed	Programmed
			track number	order
	ABC	DEF
1	2	3
GHI JKL		MNO	SPACE !"#
4	5	6	10

PQRS TUV WXYZ

7 8 9

0

Total play time

3	MD	CD
	/	/

Other MD and CD functions

Remote control only

Preparation:

Press [q/h MD] or [q/h CD] to select “MD” or “CD” as the source then press [g STOP/CANCEL].

A Direct play

You can start play from a selected track.

Select the track with the numbered buttons.

For tracks numbered 10 and over, press [≥10 SPACE!”#] then the two digits.

For tracks numbered 100 and over, press [≥10 SPACE!”#] twice then the three digits (MD only).

e.g. To select track no. 132:

[≥10 SPACE!”#] / [≥10 SPACE!”#] / [1] / [3] / [2]

B Program play

You can select up to 24 tracks to play in the order you choose.

1 While stopped

Press [PROGRAM].

2 Enter the track number with the numbered buttons.

For tracks numbered 10 and over, press [≥10 SPACE!”#] then the two digits.

For tracks numbered 100 and over, press [≥10 SPACE!”#] twice then the three digits (MD only).

Repeat this step to program the tracks in the required order.

3 Press [q/h MD] or [q/h CD].

All the selected tracks are played in the selected order.

Do the following while stopped

To cancel program play

Press [PROGRAM] to clear “PGM” from the display. Programmed contents will be saved in memory.

¡ To play the program again

q Press [PROGRAM] so “PGM” is displayed. w Press [q/h MD] or [q/h CD].

To check the contents of the program

Press [u/2 REW/		] or [1/i		/FF]. The track numbers and

program positions are displayed in order.

To add to the end of the program

Repeat step 2.

To clear all the tracks

Press [g STOP/CANCEL].

“PGM CLEAR” is displayed and all the tracks are cleared.

“PROGRAM FULL” is displayed

24 tracks have been programmed.

“– –:– –” is displayed

Total playing time for the tracks is over 249 minutes and 59 seconds. Tracks can be still programmed and played.

Note

¡Skipping is done in the selected order in program play.

¡You can search only within tracks in CD program mode.

¡MD editing is not possible while in the program mode.

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A		1	2				3
		GHI	JKL			MNO		SPACE !"#
		4	5				6		10
		PQRS	TUV			WXYZ		DELETE
		7	8				9
		REW/					/ FF	STOP/		g STOP/CANCEL
								CANCEL
		/	0				/
	2	EXT-IN	MD				CD	PLAYMODE		1
			/				/
		REC	TAPE		TUNER			PROGRAM
		/				BAND
		MD REC MODE	SOUND		THEATER S. MUTING
				VOLUME
1 PLAYMODE
										RANDOM
2	/	/
	MD	CD
B		TITLE	CHARA				ENTER		DISPLAY
				ABC			DEF		EDIT MODE
		1		2			3
		GHI		JKL			MNO		SPACE !"#
		4		5			6		10
		PQRS		TUV			WXYZ		DELETE
		7		8			9
L	2	REW/					/ FF		STOP/	g STOP/CANCEL
									CANCEL
		/		0			/
		EXT-IN		/			/		PLAYMODE	1
				MD			CD
	3	REC		TAPE			TUNER PROGRAM
		/					BAND
		MD REC MODE		SOUND			THEATER S. MUTING
					VOLUME

1 PLAYMODE

1–SONG

2	REW/	/ FF
	/	/

3	MD	CD
	/	/

C		GHI	JKL	MNO	SPACE !"#
		4	5	6	10
		PQRS	TUV	WXYZ	DELETE
		7	8	9
					STOP/			g STOP/CANCEL
		REW/		/ FF CANCEL
	q/h MD,	/	0	/
		EXT-IN	MD	CD	PLAYMODE			PLAY MODE
			/	/
	q/h CD	REC	TAPE	TUNER PROGRAM
		/		BAND

MD REC MODE SOUND THEATER S. MUTING

VOLUME

PLAYMODE

Other MD and CD functions

Remote control only

Preparation:

Press [q/h MD] or [q/h CD] to select “MD” or “CD” as the source then press [g STOP/CANCEL].

A Random play

You can play the tracks once each in random order.

1 While stopped

Press [PLAY MODE] to select “RANDOM”.

Each time you press the button:

Original display / 1-SONG / 1-GROUP / RANDOM ,

“1-GROUP” appears only if the MD has groups on it.

2		Press [q/h MD] or [q/h CD] to start play.									operations
To cancel
While stopped, press [PLAY MODE] so “RANDOM” goes out.
											Listening
	¡ MD			editing is not possible while in the random mode.
	Note
¡ You cannot skip to tracks already played in random play.
¡ You can search only within tracks in random play.
	B	1-song play
Play a selected track.
1		While stopped
		Press [PLAY MODE] to select “1-SONG”.
		Each time you press the button:
		Original display / 1-SONG / 1-GROUP / RANDOM
		,
		“1-GROUP” appears only if the MD has groups on it.
2		Press [u/2 REW/				] or [1/i			/FF] to select
		the track.
3 Press [q/h MD] or [q/h CD] to start play.
To cancel
While stopped, press [PLAY MODE] so “1-SONG” goes out.
You can also select the track with the numbered buttons in step 2.
See direct play (a page 14).
	Note
MD editing is not possible while in the 1-song mode.
	C	Repeat play
Press and hold [PLAY MODE] until “REPEAT ON” appears.
To cancel
Press and hold [PLAY MODE] until “REPEAT OFF” appears.
To repeat selected tracks
q Program the tracks (a page 14).
w Press and hold [PLAY MODE] until “REPEAT ON” appears.
To repeat a track
q Select “1-SONG” (a above).
w Press and hold [PLAY MODE] until “REPEAT ON” appears.
To repeat play randomly
q Select “RANDOM” (a above).
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OPEN

1

2 3

	/I			CD	TAPE
	AC IN			AUTO REC
				CD	MD
	LIGHT			MD REC
				MODE
	– DEMO			–DUAL
				HI-SPEED
operationsListening					EJECT
					VOLUME
	STOP g
	USB/EXT-IN	STOP	MD /	CD /
	REW/ /	/ /FF		DOWN	UP
			TAPE	TUNER/BAMD
				OPEN/CLOSE
	1 OPEN

Insert inside

the guides

Forward side

2

FWD

TAPE

3

VOLUME

DOWN UP

A

		SLEEP	CLOCK/	PLAY/
		– AUTO OFF	TIMER	REC
	TITLE	CHARA	ENTER	DISPLAY
		ABC	DEF	EDIT MODE
	1	2	3
	GHI	JKL	MNO	SPACE !"#
	4	5	6	10
	PQRS	TUV	WXYZ	DELETE
	7	8	9
	REW/		/ FF	STOP/
				CANCEL
	/	0	/
	EXT-IN	MD	CD	PLAYMODE
		/	/			PLAY MODE
	REC	TAPE	TUNER	PROGRAM
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	MD REC MODE	SOUND	THEATER S. MUTING
		VOLUME

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Cassette tapes

1 Press [OPEN ;], insert a cassette with the tape facing in.

When the button is pressed, the unit comes on automatically. Make sure the cassette is fully inserted and close the lid by hand. Play is ready to start from the forward side (“FWD o”).

2 Press [TAPE 7] to start play.

Each time you press the button: FWD o ! p REV

“FWD o”: to play the forward side “p REV”: to play the reverse side

3 Adjust the volume.

To stop the tape

Press [STOP g].

A Selecting reverse mode

Press [PLAY MODE] on the remote control to select the reverse mode.

Each time you press the button:

!/ / / $

,

!: One side is played. / : Both sides are played.

$: Both sides are played continuously.

One touch play

When a cassette is inserted and the unit is off, press [TAPE 7]. The unit comes on and starts play in the direction last selected.

Cassette tape selection and care

The unit can correctly play the following tapes. It identifies the type automatically.

Normal position/TYPE 1
High position/TYPE 2
Metal position/TYPE 4

¡Tapes exceeding 100 minutes are thin and can break or get caught in the mechanism.

¡Tape slack can get caught up in the mechanism and should be taken up before the tape is played.

¡Endless tapes can get caught up in the deck’s moving parts if used incorrectly. Use tapes appropriate to this unit’s auto-reverse

mechanism.