
MINI-Compact System
MP3-CD/WMA-CD/CD-R/RW Playback
user manual
MAX-A65
MAX-A66
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Safety Warnings Contents
Thank you for buying this
SAMSUNG mini-compact system.
Please take time to read these instructions.
They will allow you to operate your
system with ease and take full advantage
of its features.
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AFETYWARNINGS
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NSTALLINGYOURMINI-COMPACTSYSTEM
Front Panel View...................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Rear Panel View (MAX-A65).................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Rear Panel View (MAX-A66).................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Remote Control........................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Where to Install Your Mini-Compact System............................................................................................................................................ 6
Connecting your System to the Power Supply ........................................................................................................................................ 6
Inserting Remote Control Batteries .......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Connecting the Loudspeakers ................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Connecting to an External Source............................................................................................................................................................ 7
Connecting the FM Aerial ........................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Demo/Dimmer function ............................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Setting the Clock ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
CD-MP3/WMA-CD-P
LAYER
Disc Playback .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Selecting a Track...................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
MP3/WMA-CD Playback ........................................................................................................................................................................ 10
To select the MP3/WMA-CD title and track............................................................................................................................................ 10
Searching for a Specific Music Passage on a CD .................................................................................................................................. 11
Shuffle Play Function .............................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Repeat Playback...................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
A-B Repeat Playback .............................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Function to skip through 10 tracks at a time .......................................................................................................................................... 12
Last Memory Function ............................................................................................................................................................................ 12
USB P
LAYBACK
Playing USB ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 13
To use high speed search........................................................................................................................................................................ 14
To repeat .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Selecting a Track from USB Device ........................................................................................................................................................ 14
T
UNER
Searching for the Radio Stations ............................................................................................................................................................ 15
Prestting Stations .................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
O
THERFUNCTIONS
Timer Function ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Cancelling the Timer................................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Mute Function .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Selecting EQ Function ............................................................................................................................................................................ 17
Power Sound Function ............................................................................................................................................................................ 17
Power Bass Function .............................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Setting the System to Switch off Automatically........................................................................................................................................ 18
Connecting Headphones.......................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Microphone Function................................................................................................................................................................................ 18
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ECOMMENDATIONS FORUSE
Safety Precautions .................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Cleaning Your Mini-Compact System ...................................................................................................................................................... 19
Precautions When Using Compact Discs................................................................................................................................................ 19
Before Contacting the After-Sales Service .............................................................................................................................................. 20
USB Host Feature Supported Products .................................................................................................................................................. 21
Technical Specifications .......................................................................................................................................................................... 22
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER (or BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside
the product that presents a risk of electric shock
or personal injury.
This symbol indicates important instructions
accompanying the product.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
This Compact Disc player is classified as a CLASS 1
LASER product.
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
CAUTION :
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOCKS DEFEATED, AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
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This apparatus shall always be connected to a AC outlet with a protective grounding connection.
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To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the mains
plug shall be readily operable.
CAUTION
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Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
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The Mains plug is used as a disconnect device and shall stay readily operable at any time.
[Saudi Arabian Standards Organisation only]
THIS APPLIANCE IS FITTED WITH 220V SASO APPROVED PLUG.THE CUSTOMER IS ENTITLED TO A FREE SASO
APPROVED 127V PLUG FROM THE LOCAL DEALER.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1
CD
P
OWER
TIMER
MO/ST DEMO DIMMER
RE
C/
PAUSE TAPE 1/2
MP3-CD/CD
TAPE
MUTE
+10
VOLUME
POWER SOUND
SOUND MODE
TUNING MODE
TUNING
/ALBUM
P.BASS
SLEEP SHUFFLE CD REPEAT
ON/OFF
TIMER/CLOCK
PROGRAM/SET
DISC
SKIP
OPEN
/
CLOSE
TAPE AUX
FM
TUNER
FM Antenna
Remote Control
User's Manual
Accessories

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Front Panel View
Rear Panel View (MAX-A66)
Remote Control
TUNERMP3-CD/CD USBAUX
VOLUME
AUX IN 1
MIC1 MIC2 MIC VOL ECHO
STANDBY/ON
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1. STANDBY/ON BUTTON
2. OPEN/CLOSE
BUTTON
3. COMPACT DISC COMPARTMENT
4. USB JACK
5. HEADPHONE JACK
6. AUX IN 1
7. MIC 1
8. MIC 2
9.
MIC VOLUME BUTTON
10. ECHO BUTTON
11. TUNER FUNCTION
12. USB FUNCTION
13. AUX FUNCTION
14. POWER BASS BUTTON
15. POWER SOUND BUTTON
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. SEARCH FUNCTION BUTTONS, TUNING MODE
OR STOP BUTTON
17. MP3-CD/CD FUNCTION
18. VOLUME CONTROL
Rear Panel View (MAX-A65)
CD
POWER
TIMER
MO/ST DEMO DIMMER
SHUFFLE+10
P.SOUND P.BASS
TUNING MODE
MIC VOL
USB/MP3-CD/CD
MUTE
VOLUME
TUNING/
ALBUM
REP A-B
SLEEP ECHO REPEAT
ON/OFF
TIMER/CLOCK
PROGRAM/SET
EQ
OPEN/
CLOSE
AUX USB
TUNER
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1. CD
2. TUNER
3. POWER
4. TIMER/CLOCK
5. TIMER ON/OFF
6. SLEEP
7. DEMO
8. MO/ST
9. +10
10. CD Rewind
11. MIC VOL.
12. CD STOP
13. VOLUME
14. POWER SOUND
15. POWER BASS
16. TUNING MODE
17. MUTE
18. TUNING/ALBUM
19. CD Play/Pause
20. CD Skip and Search
21. CD Fast-Forward
22. SHUFFLE
23. REPEAT A-B
24. DIMMER
25. CD REPEAT
26. ECHO
27. PROGRAM/SET
28. OPEN/CLOSE
29. EQ
30. AUX
31. USB
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1. Speaker Connector Terminals
2. AUX IN 2 Connector Terminals
3. FM Aerial Connector Terminals
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FRONT -H FRONT -H
FRONT -L FRONT -L
SUBWOOFER
2.1CH SPEAKERS OUT
ANTENNA
AUX IN 2
IMPEDANCE
FRONT:4 SUBWOOFER:3
R L
R L
FM (75 )
L
R
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1. Speaker Connector Terminals
2. AUX IN 2 Connector Terminals
3. FM Aerial Connector Terminals
All those pictures of Rear panel are based
on MODEL:MAX-A65
2.0CH SPEAKERS OUT
FRONT -H FRONT -H
R L
R L
FRONT -L FRONT -L
IMPEDANCE
FRONT:4
123
ANTENNA
FM (75 )
AUX IN 2
L
R

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To take full advantage of your new mini-compact system, follow
these installation instructions before connecting the unit.
Install the system on a flat, stable surface.
Never place this unit on carpeting.
Never place this unit in an outdoor area.
Maintain an open space of approximately 6 inches (15 cm) on the
sides and rear of the system, for ventilation purposes.
Make sure that you have enough room to open the compact disc
compartment easily.
Place the loudspeakers at a reasonable distance on either side of
the system to ensure good stereo sound.
Direct the loudspeakers towards the listening area.
For optimum performance, make sure that both speakers are placed
at an equal distance above the floor.
Where to Install Your Mini-Compact System
Connecting your System to the
Power Supply
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Insert or replace remote control batteries when you:
Purchase the mini-compact system
Find that the remote control is no longer operating correctly
When replacing the batteries, use a new set of batteries and
never mix alkaline and manganese batteries.
Place your thumb on the position marked on the battery
compartment cover (rear of the remote control) and pull the cover in
the direction of the arrow.
Insert two AAA, LR03 or equivalent batteries, taking care to respect
the polarities:
+ on the battery against + in the battery compartment
– on the battery against – in the battery compartment
Replace the cover by sliding it back until it clicks into position.
If you will not be using the remote control for a long time,
remove the batteries to prevent corrosion.
Inserting Remote Control Batteries
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Connecting Audio from External
Components
Before plugging your system into a main socket, you must check
the voltage.
Plug the main lead into an appropriate socket.
Press the (STANDBY/ON) button to switch your mini-compact
system .
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The loudspeaker connector terminals are located on the rear
of the system.
There are four terminals on the system:
left speaker (marked L)
FRONT -H (high sound)
FRONT -L (low sound)
right speaker (marked R)
FRONT -H (high sound)
FRONT -L (low sound)
To achieve the correct sound quality,insert those speaker connector cables to the speaker connector terminals of the system.
Make sure the colors of the speaker terminals match the colors of the connecting plugs.
Connecting the Loudspeakers
How to connect a COAXIAL TYPE aerial.
Connect a 75Ω antenna to the FM antenna terminal.
Plug the connector on the FM aerial supplied into the coaxial socket
(75Ω) marked FM on the rear of the system.
Follow the instructions given on Page 15 to tune into a radio station,
and determine the best position for the aerial.
If reception is poor, you may need to install an outdoor aerial.
To do so, connect an outdoor FM aerial to the FM socket on the rear of
the system using a 75Ω coaxial cable (not supplied).
Connecting the FM Aerial
FRONT -H FRONT -H
FRONT -L FRONT -L
2.0CH SPEAKERS OUT
ANTENNA
AUX IN 2
IMPEDANCE
FRONT:4
R L
R L
FM (75 )
L
R
FRONT -H FRONT -H
FRONT -L FRONT -L
2.0CH SPEAKERS OUT
ANTENNA
AUX IN 2
IMPEDANCE
FRONT:4
R L
R L
FM (75 )
L
R
AUX1 : Front Panel
Audio Cable
(not supplied)
AUX1 : Connecting an External Component/MP3 player
Components such as an MP3 Player
1 Connect AUX IN 1 (Audio) on the MINI COMPACTfront panel to the
Audio Out of the external component/MP3 player.
2 Press the AUX button to select <AUX1> input.
The mode switches as follows : AUX 1 ➝ AUX 2.
AUX2 : Rear Panel
Audio Cable
(not supplied)
If the external analog
component has only
one Audio Out, connect either left or right.
AUX2 : Connecting an External Analog Component
Analog signal components such as a VCR.
1 Connect AUX IN 2 (Audio) on the MINI COMPACTrear panel to the Audio
Out of the external analog component.
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Be sure to match connector colors.
2 Press the AUX button to select <AUX2> input.
The mode switches as follows : AUX 1 ➝ AUX 2.
STANDBY/ON
TUNERMP3-CD/CD USBAUX
VOLUME
2.1CH SPEAKERS OUT
FRONT -H FRONT -H
R L
R L
SUBWOOFER
FRONT -L FRONT -L
IMPEDANCE
FRONT:4 SUBWOOFER:3
LR
SW
STANDBY/ON
TUNERMP3-CD/CD USBAUX
VOLUME
MIC1 MIC2 MIC VOL ECHO
AUX IN 1
ANTENNA
FM (75 )
2.0CH SPEAKERS OUT
FRONT -H FRONT -H
R L
R L
FRONT -L FRONT -L
IMPEDANCE
FRONT:4
AUX IN 2
L
R
2.0CH SPEAKERS OUT
R
FRONT -H FRONT -H
R L
R L
FRONT -L FRONT -L
IMPEDANCE
FRONT:4
L
2.0CH SPEAKERS OUT
FRONT -H FRONT -H
R L
R L
FRONT -L FRONT -L
IMPEDANCE
FRONT:4
ANTENNA
FM (75 )
AUX IN 2
L
R