Sharp MD-MX30 MD User Manual

MD COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM OPERATION MANUAL

MODEL

MD-MX30

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.

MD-MX30 MD Compact Component System consisting of MD-MX30 (main unit) and CP-MX30 (speaker system).

SPECIAL NOTES

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

CAUTION

RISK OF

ELECTRIC

NOT

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER- SERVICEABLE P ARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

SHOCK

OPEN

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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Caution - use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

● Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

● Increase the separation between the equipment and re-

ceiver.

● Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

● Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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● It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary.

● US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

FOR YOUR RECORDS

For your assistance in reporting this unit in case of loss or theft, please record below the model number and serial number which are located on the re ar of the unit .

Please retain this information.

Model number _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Serial number _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Date of purchase _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Place of purchase

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WARNING

FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s author ity to operate this equipment.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated, and should be retained for future reference. Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This unit has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. Improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. In order not to defeat the safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.

1 Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in

the operating instructions should be adhered to.

2 Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions

should be followed.

3 Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used

near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

4 Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only

with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.

●

An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

12 Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is

connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 701984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTEN NA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE S2898A

CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

5 Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be

mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

6 Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that

its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.

7 Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat

sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

8 Power Sources - The appliance should be connected

to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.

9 Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be

routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

10 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a

damp cloth for cleaning.

11 Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located

away from power lines.

13 Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance

should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.

14 Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that

objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

15 Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be

serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged;

B Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the

appliance; or

C The appliance has been exposed to rain; or D The appliance does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance; or

E The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure dam-

aged.

16 Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the

appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

17 Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be taken

so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.

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CONTENTS

ACCESSORIES ................................................................ 3

PRECAUTIONS ................................................................ 4

NAMES OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

PREPARATION FOR USE........................................... 8-10

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

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

COMPACT DISC OPERATION ....................................... 13

MINIDISC OPERATION.................................................. 14

CONVENIENT CD AND MINIDISC OPERATIONS...........

RADIO OPERATION ................................................. 19-20

MINIDISC RECORDING ............................................ 21-25

................... 5-7

Page

15-18

ACCESSORIES

Remote control × 1 (RRMCG0208AWSA)

AC power cord × 1 (QACCD0025AWZZ)

MINIDISC EDITING ................................................... 26-31

Page

TIMER OPERATION .................................................. 32-33

USING EXTERNAL UNITS ....................................... 34-35

WHAT IS A MINIDISC? .................................................. 36

MINIDISC SYSTEM LIMITATIONS................................. 37

TROUBLESHOOTING............................................... 37-38

RESETTING THE MICROCOMPUTER .......................... 38

ERROR MESSAGES...................................................... 39

MAINTENANCE ............................................................. 40

SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................... 40

CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY ............... Back cover

AM loop antenna × 1 (QANTL0009AWZZ)

FM antenna × 1 (92LFANT1746A)

Note:

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

Speaker wire × 2 (92L319PMX30H10)

Speaker cushion × 8 (PSHEZ0032AWZZ)

PRECAUTIONS

■ General

● Please ensure that the equipment is positioned in a well

ventilated area and ensure that there is at least 4" (10cm) of free space along the sides and back. There must also be a minimum of 4" (10cm) of free space on the top of the unit.

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

● Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than 140°F (60°C) 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 generate electrical noise.

● Hold the AC power plug by the head when removing it from the AC outlet, since pulling the cord can damage internal wires.

● 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 malfunctions while in use, press the ON/ST ANDBY button to enter the stand-by mode, then disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet. Plug the AC power cord 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 cord from the A C outlet for safety.

Warning:

● The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this unit. Using this product with a higher v oltage other than that 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.

■ 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 maxim um enjoyment from your CD collection and player.

● Do not write on either side of the disc, particularly the nonlabel 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. Fingerpr ints, 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 center, along the radius.

YES Correct

■ Volume control

The sound level at a giv en volume setting depends on a combination of speaker efficiency , location and v arious other factors.

It is advisable to avoid e xposure to high v olume lev els, which occur while turning the unit on with the volume control setting up high, or while 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, MiniDisc pickup , 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 in the unit until normal playback is possible (about 1 hour). Wipe off any condensation on the remote control transmitter LED with a soft cloth before operating the unit.

NAMES OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

■ Front panel

910 131211

234 56781

1. On/Stand-by Button

2. Timer Stand-by Indicator

3. Name/TOC Edit Button

4. Timer/Delete Button

5. Tuning Down/Review Button

6. MD Stop Button

7. MD Play/Pause Button

8. Tuning Up/Cue Button

9. Display (Demo) Button

10. MD Compartment

14 15

2423 25

11. MD Eject Button

12. Jog Dial

13. Memory/Enter Button

16 17 18 19 20

262221 28

14. CD Compartment

15. Record Button

16. CD

17. CD

MD Normal Speed

Edit Button

MD High Speed

Edit Button

18. CD Open/Close Button

19. CD Stop Button

20. CD Play/Pause Button

21. Headphone Jack

22. Surround Button

23. Preset Equalizer Button

24. Extra Bass Button

25. Tuner (Band) Button

26. Auxiliary Button

27. Volume Control

28. Volume Select Button

(Continued)

■ Display window

11112

13 14

15 16 17

19 20 21 22 23 24

2 3 456 7 9 10

1. FM Stereo Indicator

2. FM Stereo Mode Indicator

3. Track Edit Indicator

4. Play/Pause Indicator

5. Repeat Indicator

6. TOC Indicator

7. Level Meters

8. Digital Recording Indicator

9. CD Indicator

10. High Speed Edit Indicator

■ Rear panel

3 4

11. MD Indicator

12. Record Indicator

13. Sleep Indicator

14. Disc Indicator

15. Track Indicator

16. Memory Indicator

17. Random Play Indicator

18. Total Time Indicator

19. Remaining Time Indicator

20. Character Information Display

1. FM 75 Ohms Antenna Terminal

2. Antenna Ground Terminal

3. AM Loop Antenna Terminal

4. Auxiliary Input Jacks

5. Speaker Terminals

6. AC Power Input Jack

21. AM/PM Indicator

22. Timer Record/Timer Play Indicator

23. Surround Indicator

24. Extra Bass Indicator

(Continued)

■ Remote control

10 11 12

13 14

2 3

4 5

6 7 8

16 17

18 19

20 21

22 23 24

25 26

27 28

1. Remote Control Transmitter LED

2. Preset Equalizer Button

3. Surround Button

4. Clock Button

5. Sleep Button

6. Memory/Enter Button

7. MD Stop Button

8. MD Play/Pause Button

9. MD Track Down/Review Button

10. MD Track Up/Cue Button

11. Track Edit Button

12. Record Button

13. On/Stand-by Button

14. Dimmer Button

15. Tuner Preset Up/Down Buttons

16. Extra Bass Button

17. Volume Select Button

18. Display Button

19. Clear Button

20. Play Mode Button

21. Time Button

22. CD Play/Pause Button

23. CD Stop Button

24. CD Track Up/Cue Button

25. CD Track Down/Review Button

26. Tuner (Band) Button

27. Auxiliary Button

28. Volume Buttons

■ Speaker section

1. Tweeter

2. Woofer

3. Bass Reflex Duct

4. Speaker Terminals

PREPARATION FOR USE

Unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet before connecting or disconnecting any component.

■ Antenna connection

AM loop antenna

Outdoor FM antenna

49 feet (15 m)

FM antenna

Outdoor AM antenna

Outdoor FM antenna

Use an outdoor FM antenna (75 ohm coaxial cable) if you require better reception. Consult y our dealer.

Note:

● When an outdoor FM antenna is used, disconnect the supplied FM antenna wire from the FM 75 OHMS terminal.

Outdoor AM antenna

Use an outdoor AM antenna if you need better reception. Consult your dealer.

Note:

● When using an outdoor AM antenna, be sure to keep the wire of the AM loop antenna connected.

■ Speaker connection

Black

Right

Red

Black

Red

Left

25 feet (7.5 m)

Ground rod

Ground wire

75 ohm coaxial cable

Supplied FM antenna

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

Supplied AM loop antenna

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

Notes:

● When static is still heard even after adjusting the position of the AM loop antenna, try reversing the wire connections.

● Do not place the AM loop antenna and the FM antenna wire on the unit. It ma y result in noise generation, since the unit is equipped with digital electronics. Place the AM loop antenna and the FM antenna wire away from the unit for better reception.

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

Black

Red

Connect each speaker wire to the SPEAKER terminals as shown. Use speakers with an impedance of 6 ohms or more, as lower impedance speakers can damage the unit.

Caution:

● Before connecting the speakers to the unit, connect the speaker wires to the speakers first. Then, connect the speaker wires to the terminals on the unit.

● Connect the speakers to the main unit before you use the system. If the speakers are not connected before operation, the system may be damaged.

Notes:

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

● Do not mix the right channel and left channel wiring when connecting the speakers to the unit.

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

(Continued)

■ Removing the speaker grilles

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

Caution:

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

■ Speaker cushion

Attach the cushions to the bottom of the speaker to prevent it from sliding.

■ Connecting the AC power cord

AC 120 V, 60 Hz

To AC INPUT

To an AC outlet

Connect the AC power cord to the AC INPUT jack, then connect its plug to an AC outlet.

Notes:

● Unplug the AC power cord from the A C outlet if the unit will not be in use for a prolonged period of time.

● Never use a power cord other than the one supplied. Use of a power cord other than the one supplied may cause an electric shock or fire.

■ Demo mode

■ Placing the system

4" (10 cm)4" (10 cm)

4" (10 cm)

Be sure to keep space between the units for ventilation. Keep the top and the back of this unit at least 4" (10 cm) away from the wall.

DISPLAY (DEMO)

When the AC power cord is first connected, the unit will enter the demonstration mode and the words will scroll across the display continuously.

To cancel the demonstration mode:

When in the demonstration mode, press the DISPLA Y (DEMO) button.

● The demonstration mode will be canceled and the unit will be in the low power consumption mode.

Note:

● When the unit is in the low power consumption mode, the display will disappear.

(Continued)

■ Remote control ■ To change the brightness of the display

2 "AA" size batteries

●

(UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7

or similar)

Batteries are not included.

●

Remote sensor

8" - 20'

(0.2 m - 6 m)

● When inserting or removing the batteries, push them

toward the battery terminal.

● Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit

to malfunction.

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Precautions for battery use:

● Insert the batteries according to the direction indicated in the battery compartment.

● Replace all old batteries with new ones at the same time.

● Do not mix old and new batteries.

● Remove the batteries if they are weak or if the unit will not

be used for long periods of time. This will prevent potential damage due to battery leakage.

DIMMER

When bright

When dark

Lights up

Goes out

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. 2 Press the DIMMER button.

● The display will become dimmer and the light around the VOLUME control will go out.

To return to the original brightness:

Press the DIMMER button again.

Caution:

Do not use rechargeable batteries (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.).

Notes concerning use:

● Replace the batteries if the operating distance is reduced or if the operation becomes erratic.

● Periodically clean the transmitter LED on the remote control and the sensor on the main unit with a soft cloth.

● Exposing the sensor on the main unit to strong light may interfere with operation. Change the lighting or the direction of the unit.

● Keep the remote control away from moisture, excessive heat, shock, and vibrations.

SETTING THE CLOCK

ON/STAND-BY

CLOCK

● In this example, the clock is set f or the 24-hour (0:00) system.

MEMORY/ ENTER

Jog dial

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.

6 Adjust the hour by turning the jog dial.

● When the jog dial is tur ned one click clockwise, the time will increase by 1 hour. When it is turned one click counterclockwise, the time will decrease by 1 hour. Keep turning the jog dial to change the time continuously.

● When the 12-hour display is selected, “AM” will change automatically to “PM”.

7 Press the MEMORY/ENTER button.

8 Adjust the minutes by turning the jog dial.

● When the jog dial is tur ned one click clockwise, the time will increase by 1 minute. When it is turned one click counterclockwise, the time will decrease by 1 minute. Keep turning the jog dial to change the time continuously.

● The hour setting will not advance even if minutes advance from "59" to "00".

9 Press the MEMORY/ENTER button.

2 Press the CLOCK button.

3 Within 5 seconds, press the MEMORY/ENTER button.

4 Turn the jog dial to select the time display mode.

"0:00" →The 24-hour display will appear.

→(0:00 - 23:59)

"12:00 AM" →The 12-hour display will appear.

→(AM or PM 12:00 - 11:59)

"0:00 AM" →The 12-hour display will appear.

→(AM or PM 0:00 - 11:59)

● Note that this can only be set when the unit is first installed or it has been reset (see page 38).

5 Press the MEMORY/ENTER button.

● The clock starts operating from "0" second. (Seconds are not displayed.)

To see the time display:

Press the CLOCK button.

● The time display will appear for about 5 seconds even in the stand-by mode.

Note:

● The "CLOCK" will appear at the push of the CLOCK button when the AC power supply is restored after a power f ailure occurs or after the AC power cord is disconnected. If this happens, follow the procedure below to change the clock time.

To change the clock time:

Press the CLOCK button.

Within 5 seconds, press the MEMORY/ENTER button.

Perform steps 6 - 9 above.

To change the time display mode:

Reset the microcomputer (see page 38).

Perform steps 2 - 9 above.

SOUND CONTROL

■ V olume

(Main unit)

0 15 MAX

(Main unit operation)

When the VOLUME control is turned clockwise , the volume will increase. When it is turned counterclockwise, the volume will decrease.

(Remote control operation)

Press the VOLUME button to increase the volume and the VOLUME button to decrease the volume.

Servo Powered Volume:

(Main unit)

(Remote control)

VOLUME SELECT

■ Extra bass (X-BASS)

(Main unit)

X-BASS

Press the X-BASS button to emphasize the bass region of the frequency spectrum.

● "X-BASS ON" will appear.

Press the X-BASS button again to cancel the extra bass mode.

● "X-BASS OFF" will appear.

Note:

● Tur n the X-BASS to the off position when playing the unit at high volume levels to avoid speaker distortion.

(Remote control)

X-BASS

■ Surround

The VOLUME control automatically comes out when the power is turned on, and goes back when the unit is set to the stand-by mode.

● When the power is turned on, you can put the VOLUME control in and out by pressing the VOLUME SELECT button.

Note:

● Do not push in the VOLUME control forcibly with your finger as this may damage the unit.

■ Pre-programmed equalizer

(Main unit)

FLAT

When the EQUALIZER button is pressed, the current mode setting will be displayed. To change to a different mode, press the EQUALIZER button repeatedly.

FLAT: The sound is not modified. HEAVY: Bass and treble are emphasized. VOCAL: Vocals (midrange tones) are emphasiz ed. SOFT: Treble is reduced.

(Remote control)

EQUALIZER

HEAVY

VOCALSOFT

(Main unit)

SURROUND

Press the SURROUND button to widen the soundstage and surround you with sound.

● "SURROUND" will appear.

Press the SURROUND button again to cancel the surround mode.

● "PASS" will appear.

(Remote control)

SURROUND

COMPACT DISC OPERATION

■ CD playback

3" (8 cm)

Label side up

5" (12 cm)

3,5

6 2

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. 2 Press the CD ■ button. 3 Press the

7 button to open the disc tray.

4 Place the CD on the disc tray, label side up.

● Be sure to place 3" (8 cm) CD in the middle of the disc tray.

5 Press the

● The total number of tracks and the total playing time will be displayed.

Press the CD

● When the last track has been played back, the unit will stop automatically.

To interrupt playback:

Press the CD 06 button.

● “ 6 ” will appear.

● Press the CD 06 button again to resume playback from

the same point.

To stop playback:

Press the CD ■ button.

To remove the CD.

Press the

After use:

Press the ON/ST AND-BY b utton to enter the stand-by mode.

7 button to close the disc tray.

Total number of tracks Total playing time

0606

06 button to start playback from track 1.

0606

7 button.

Caution:

● Do not carry the unit with a CD left in the disc tray . The

disc may come loose inside the unit and it may be damaged or cause damage to the unit. This may also cause malfunctions.

● Do not push the disc tray while it is moving.

● If the power fails while the tra y is open, wait until the power

is restored.

6 2

● If the disc tray is stopped forcibly, "E-CD20" will appear in the display and the unit will not function. If this occurs, press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the stand-by mode and then turn the power on again.

●

Subjecting the unit to shock or vibration may cause mistracking.

●

Playing certain CDs at a high volume may cause mistracking. In this case, listen at a lower volume.

● If TV or radio interf erence occurs during CD operation, move the unit away from the TV or radio.

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