Sharp CD-80W Owners Manual

MINI COMPONENT SYSTEM

OPERATION MANUAL

MODEL

CD-80W

CD-80W mini component system consisting of
CD-80W (main unit), CP-80 (front speaker) and
GBOXS0041AWM1 (surround speaker).

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product.
To obtain the best performance from this product, please read this manual carefully.
It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.

CONTENTS

Page

ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

SPECIAL NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

NAMES OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS . . . . . . . . 4-5

PREPARATION FOR USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

SETTING THE CLOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

SOUND CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

COMPACT DISC OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15

RADIO OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17

CASSETTE OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

RECORDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-20

HOW TO USE THE BUILT-IN TIMER . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-22

USING EXTERNAL UNITS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23

RESETTING THE MICROCOMPUTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

TRANSPORTING THE UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

ACCESSORIES

Parts and accessories mentioned in this operation manual other than those in the drawing are not included.

FM aerial × 1 AM loop aerial × 1

AC power lead × 1

Page

Remote control × 1

"AA" size battery (UM/SUM-3,
R6, HP-7 or similar) × 2

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SPECIAL NOTES

● When the ON/STAND-BY button is set at STAND-BY po­sition, mains voltage is still present inside the unit.
When the ON/STAND-BY button is set at STAND-BY po­sition, the unit may be brought into operation by the timer
mode or remote control.

Warning:

This unit contains no user serviceable parts. Never remove
covers unless qualified to do so. This unit contains dangerous
voltages, always remove mains plug from the socket before
any service operation and when not in use for a long period.

CAUTION

● This Mini Component System is classified as a CLASS
1 LASER product.

● The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the
rear cover.

● Use of controls, adjustments or performance of proce­dures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.

Warning:

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance
to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

● Audio-visual material may consist of copyrighted works
which must not be recorded without the authority of the
owner of the copyright.
Please refer to the relevant laws in your country.

Laser Diode Properties
Material: GaAIAs
Wavelength: 780 nm
Emission Duration: continuous
Laser Output: max. 0.6 mW

As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is
harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

CAUTION-INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO
BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.

VARNING-OSYNLIG LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNAD. STIRRA
EJ IN I STRALEN OCH BETRAKTA EJ STRALEN MED OPTISKA INSTRUMENT.

ADVERSEL-USYNLIG LASERSTRALING VED ABNING. SE IKKE IND I
STRALEN-HELLER IKKE MED OPTISKE INSTRUMENTER.

VARO! AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NAKYMATON LASERSATEILYLLE.
ALA TUIJOTA SATEESEEN ALAKA KATSO SITA OPTISEN LAITTEEN LAPI.

VARNING-OSYNLIG LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNAD.
STIRRA EJ IN I STRALEN OCH BETRAKTA EJ STRALEN GENOM OPTISKT
INSTRUMENT.

ADVERSEL-USYNLIG LASERSTRALING NAR DEKSEL APNES. STIRR IKKE
INN I STRALEN ELLER SE DIREKTE MED OPTISKE INSTRUMENTER.

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PRECAUTIONS

■ General

● Please ensure that the equipment is positioned in a well

ventilated area and ensure that there is at least 10 cm
(4") of free space along the sides, top and back of the
equipment.

● Do not use oil, solvents, petrol, paint thinners or insec­ticides on the unit.

● Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher
than 60˚C (140˚F) or to extreme low temperatures.

● Keep the unit away from direct sunlight, strong magnetic
fields, excessive dust, humidity and electronic/electrical
equipment (home computers, facsimiles, etc.) which gener­ates electrical noise.

● Hold the AC power plug by the head when removing it
from the AC socket, as pulling the lead can damage in­ternal wires.

● When cleaning the heads, pinch rollers, etc, remove the
AC power plug from the wall socket as the unit contains
high voltages.
Do not remove the outer cover, as this may result in elec­tric shock. Refer internal service to your local SHARP ser­vice facility.

● Use the unit on a firm, level surface free from vibration,
and do not place anything on the top of the unit.

● If the unit does not work properly whilst in use, disconnect
the AC power lead from the AC socket. Plug the AC power
lead back in, and then press the ON/STAND-BY button to
turn the power on.

● If an electrical storm is taking place near you, it is sug­gested that you disconnect the AC power lead from the
AC socket for safety.

● The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the
ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers,
tablecloths, curtains, etc.

● No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should
be placed on the apparatus.

● Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects
of battery disposal.

Warning:

The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this
unit. Using this product with a higher voltage other than which
is specified is dangerous and may result in a fire or other
type of accident causing damage. SHARP will not be held
responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit
with a voltage other than that which is specified.

■ Volume control

■ Care of compact discs

Compact discs are fairly resistant to damage, however mis­tracking can occur due to an accumulation of dirt on the disc
surface.
Follow the guidelines below for maximum enjoyment from
your CD collection and player.

● Do not write on either side of the disc, particularly the
non-label side. Signals are read from the non-label side.
Do not mark this surface.

● Keep your discs away from direct sunlight, heat, and ex­cessive moisture.

● Always hold the CDs by the edges. Fingerprints, dirt, or
water on the CDs can cause noise or mistracking. If a CD
is dirty or does not play properly, clean it with a soft, dry
cloth, wiping straight out from the centre, along the radius.

NO

YES
Correct

■ Cassette tape

● For playback, use normal or low-noise tape for the best

sound. (Metal or CrO
For recording, use only normal tape.

● Do not use C-120 tapes, tapes with large diameter reels,
or poor-quality tapes, as they may cause malfunctions.

● Before loading a tape into the cassette compartment,
tighten the slack with a pen or pencil.

● Cassettes have removable tabs which prevent accidental
recording or erasing from taking place. Removing the tab
will protect the corresponding side from being erased.
Cover the tab holes with adhesive tape to erase or record
again.

● TAPE 1: Playback only.
TAPE 2: Playback or record.

2 tape is not recommended.)

The sound level at a given volume setting depends on a
combination of speaker efficiency, location and various other
factors.
It is advisable to avoid exposure to high volume levels, which
occur whilst turning the unit on with the volume control setting
up high, or whilst continually listening at high volumes.

■ Condensation

Sudden temperature changes, storage or operation in an ex­tremely humid environment may cause condensation inside
the cabinet (CD pickup, tape heads, etc.) or on the transmit­ter LED on the remote control.
Condensation can cause the unit to malfunction.
If this happens, leave the power on with no disc (or cassette)
in the unit until normal playback is possible (about 1 hour).
Wipe off any condensation on the transmitter LED with a soft
cloth before operating the unit.

Side A (1)

Tab for side B (2) Tab for side A (1)

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NAMES OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

1

2

8

9

10

11

312

13

14

5

4

15

16

7

6

17

■ Front panel

1. (CD) Disc Tray

2. Extra Bass Indicator

3. FM Stereo Mode Indicator

4. FM Stereo Indicator

5. (CD) Repeat Indicator

6. (CD) Pause Indicator

7. (CD) Play Indicator

8. (CD) Disc Number Indicators

9. (TAPE 2) Record Indicator

10. (CD/TUNER) Memory Indicator

11. (TAPE) Reverse Mode Indicator

12. (TAPE 2) Reserve Play Indicator

13. (TAPE 1) Play Indicator

(TAPE 2) Forward Play Indicator

14. Sleep Indicator

15. Timer Record Indicator

16. Timer Play Indicator

17. Spectrum Analyzer/Volume Level Indicator

20

21
22
23

24

30

17

31 32

18

33

39

34

19

35 36

40

37

17

38

25

26

27

28
29

18. (CD) Track Down/Review Button

(TUNER) Preset Down Button
(TAPE 2) Fast Wind Button

19. (CD) Track Up/Cue Button

(TUNER) Preset Up Button
(TAPE 2) Fast Wind Button

20. Timer Set Indicator

21. On/Stand-by Button

22. Clock Button

23. Timer/Sleep Button

24. Function Selector Buttons

25. Dimmer Button

26. Volume Up/Down Buttons

27. Equalizer Mode Selector Button

28. Extra Bass/Demo Mode Button

29. (CD) Open/Close Button

30. Headphone Socket

31. Tuning and Time Up/Down Buttons

32. Memory/Set Button

33. (TAPE) Reverse Play Button

34. (CD/TAPE) Stop Button

35. (TAPE 2) Reverse Mode Button

36. (CD) Play/Repeat Button

(TAPE 1) Play Button
(TAPE 2) Forward Play Button

37. (TAPE 2) Record Pause Button

38. (CD) Disc Skip Button

39. (TAPE 1) Cassette Compartment

40. (TAPE 2) Cassette Compartment

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1

2

1
2

3

3
4
5

6
7

8
9

■ Rear panel

1. AC Voltage Selector

2. AC Power Input Socket

3. FM 75 Ohms Aerial Terminal

4. FM Aerial Earth Terminal

5. AM Loop Aerial Input Socket

6. Span Selector Switch

7. Video/Auxiliary (Audio Signal) Input Sockets

8. Front Speaker Terminals

9. Surround Speaker Terminals

■ Front speaker

1. Tweeter

2. Bass Reflex Duct

3. Woofers

4. Speaker Wire

4

14
15

16

1

345

67

89

10111213

1

2

2

17

■ Surround speaker

1. Full-Range Speaker

2. Speaker Wire

■ Remote control

1. Remote Control Transmitter LED

2. (CD) Disc Skip Button

3. (CD) Clear Button

4. (CD) Memory Button

5. (CD) Random Button

6. (TAPE 2) Record Pause Button

7. (CD) Track Down/Review Button

(TUNER) Preset Down Button
(TAPE 2) Fast Wind Button

8. (CD) Pause Button

9. (CD) Track Up/Cue Button

(TUNER) Preset Up Button
(TAPE 2) Fast Wind Button

10. Equalizer Mode Selector Button

11. (TAPE 2) Reverse Play Button

12. (CD/TAPE) Stop Button

13. (CD) Play/Repeat Button

(TAPE 1) Play Button
(TAPE 2) Forward Play Button

14. Function Selector Buttons

15. On/Stand-by Button

16. Extra Bass Button

17. Volume Up/Down Buttons

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PREPARATION FOR USE

● Unplug the AC power lead from the AC socket before con­necting or disconnecting any component.

Front speaker
(Right)

Surround
speaker
(Right)

1

Red

Black

With
white
line

2

■ Speaker connection

Front speaker
(Left)

Red

Black

With
white
line

3

Surround
speaker
(Left)

Front speakers

Connect each speaker wire to the FRONT SPEAKER terminals
as shown.
Use speakers with an impedance of 8 ohms or more, as lower
impedance speakers can damage the unit.

● Connect the black wire to the minus (−) terminal, and the red
wire to the plus (+) terminal.

Surround speakers

Connect each speaker wire to the SURROUND SPEAKER ter­minals as shown.
Use speakers with an impedance of 16 ohms or more, as lower
impedance speakers can damage the unit.

● Connect the wire with the white line to the minus (−) terminal
and the plain wire to the plus (+) terminal.

Caution:

● Do not mix the right channel and left channel wiring when
connecting the speakers to the unit.
The right speaker is the one on the right side when you are
facing the front of the unit.

● Do not let bare speaker wires touch each other as this may
damage the amplifier and/or speakers.

● Do not allow any objects to fall into or to be placed in the
bass reflex ducts.

● Do not stand or sit on the speakers. If the speakers fall or
collapse, you may be injured.

TV

Front
speaker
(Left)

Surround
speaker
(Left)

Left speaker Right speaker

Main
unit

Front
speaker
(Right)

Surround
speaker
(Right)

■ Placing the speaker system

To enjoy the surround effect, we recommend that you place each
speaker as shown to the left.

Placing the front speakers:

The left and right speakers have individual shapes. For best per­formance, place the speakers according to the diagram to the
left.

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Example: When installed on the wall

Example: When installed vertically

Wall

60 - 90 cm
(23" - 35")

Installation of the surround speakers:

If possible, mount the surround speakers on the wall. lnstall them
60 - 90 cm (23" - 35") above the height of your ears when you
are seated, if possible.

■ To mount the surround speakers on the wall

5 mm (3/16")

1

Wall surface

2

Wall surface

3.2 mm (1/8")

Min. 22 mm (7/8")

5 mm (3/16")

Wall mounting screw
Min. 17 mm (11/16")

9 mm (3/8")

The design of the surround speakers allows them to be hung on
the wall.
Be sure to use the type and size of screw that is shown to the
left.

1 Drive one screw into the wall for each speaker as shown in

the illustration.

● Make sure that both the screw and the wall can support a load
of 20 kg (45 lbs.).

● Drive the screws, so there is about a 5 mm (3/16") space
between the wall and the head of the screw.

2 Mount the surround speaker on the wall so that the screw

head is inserted into the slot on the surround speaker.

Note:

When the surround speakers are installed vertically, the speaker
badge will be upside down.
In this case, you can adjust the badge to face the proper direc­tion. Just turn it by hand.

Badge

(Front speakers only)

■ Removing the speaker grilles

1 Remove the lower part of the speaker grille first.
2 Remove the upper part of the speaker grille.

● Only the grills on the upper woofers are removable.

Caution:

When the speaker grilles are removed, the speaker diaphragms
are exposed. Make sure nothing comes into contact with the
speaker diaphragms.

■ Mounting the speaker grilles

Fit the four posts on the speaker grille into the mounting holes
and push them lightly with the palm of your hand to secure.

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(Continued)

1

2

FM aerial

3

AM loop
aerial

■ Aerial connection

Supplied FM aerial

Connect the FM aerial wire to the FM 75 OHMS terminal and
position the FM aerial wire in the direction where the strongest
signal can be received.

Supplied AM loop aerial

Connect the AM loop aerial wire to the AM LOOP socket. Position
the AM loop aerial for optimum reception.
Place the AM loop aerial on a shelf, etc., or attach it to a stand
or a wall with screws (not supplied).

Notes:

● Do not place the aerial on the main unit as it may result in
noise pickup from the internal digital electronics.
Place the aerial away from the unit for better reception.

● If the AM loop aerial and the FM aerial wire are placed near
the AC power lead, interference may result.

External FM aerial

External FM aerial

Use an external FM aerial if you require better reception.
Consult your dealer.

Note:

When an external FM aerial is used, disconnect the supplied FM
aerial wire.

75 ohm coax­ial cable

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