Sharp MD X5 User Manual

MD/CD STEREO

MODEL

MD-X5

OPERA TION MANUAL

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

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ............................................................ 1

SPECIAL NOTES .......................................................................... 1 - 2

PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................. 2

NAMES OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS............................... 3 - 4

PREPARATION FOR USE ............................................................ 5 - 6

SOUND CONTROL ............................................................................ 7

SETTING THE CLOCK ...................................................................... 8

COMPACT DISC OPERATION .......................................................... 9

MINIDISC OPERATION ................................................................... 10

RADIO OPERATION ................................................................. 11 - 12

CD AND MD OPERATIONS...................................................... 13 - 15

BASIC INFORMATION ON MINIDISCS .......................................... 16

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MD-X5 MD/CD stereo consisting of MD-X5 MD/CD stereo CP-X5 2 way speaker system.

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RECORDING ............................................................................. 17 - 19

EDITING .................................................................................... 20 - 26

ENTERING CHARACTERS ...................................................... 27 - 28

HOW TO USE THE BUILT-IN TIMER ....................................... 29 - 32

USING EXTERNAL UNITS ....................................................... 33 - 36

WHAT IS A MINIDISC? .................................................................... 37

MINIDISC SYSTEM LIMITATIONS .................................................. 38

TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................. 38 - 40

MAINTENANCE ............................................................................... 41

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................ 41

CALLING FOR SERVICE.................................................. Back cover

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

ACCESSORIES

FM/AM loop antenna x 1 [QANTL0004AWZZ]

A0006

Note:

Parts and accessories mentioned in this operation manual other than those detailed above are not included.

Remote control x 1 [RRMCG0110AWSA]

"AA" size battery (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar) x 2 [UBATU0001AWZZ]

CAUTION

RISK OF

ELECTRIC

NOT

SHOCK

OPEN

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

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.

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 builtin 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.

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.

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. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard 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

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND

CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE S2898A

13 Non use 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:

AThe power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or BObjects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or CThe appliance has been exposed to rain; or DThe appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked

change in performance; or

E The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

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.

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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

SPECIAL NOTES

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 rear of the unit.

Please retain this information.

Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase

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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.

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:

I Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. I Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. I Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that

to which the receiver is connected.

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

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PRECAUTIONS

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H General

I Do not use oil, solvents, gasoline, paint thinner or insecticides on

the unit.

I Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than

140°F (60°C) or to extreme low temperatures.

I 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.

I Hold the AC power plug by the head when removing it from the AC

outlet, since pulling the cord can damage internal wires.

I Use the unit on a firm, level surface free from vibration. I If the unit does not work properly while in use, press the POWER

button to turn the power off, then disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet. Plug the AC power cord back in, and then press the POWER button to turn the power on.

I If an electrical storm is taking place near you, it is suggested that

you disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet for safety.

I Before moving the unit, be sure to remove all CDs and MDs from the

unit. Then, turn the power off and unplug the AC power cord. If you move the unit with CDs or MDs left in it, they may jam inside the unit, leading to damage.

Warning:

The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this unit. Using this product with a higher voltage 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.

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

WARNING

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

SPECIAL NOTES FOR FCC COMPOSITE DEVICE:

This device is a composite system. The digital device component may not cause harmful interference.

I 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 obtined from copyright owners whenever necessary.

US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

H Condensation

Sudden temperature changes and storage or operation in an extremely humid environment may cause condensation inside the cabinet. Condensation can cause the unit to malfunction. Follow the procedure below to eliminate condensation.

I CD and MD pickups

Leave the power on with no disc in the unit until normal playback is possible (about 1 hour).

I Remote control

Wipe off any condensation on the transmitter LED with a soft cloth before operating the unit.

H 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. I 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 on this surface.

I Keep your discs away from direct sunlight, heat, and excessive mois-

ture.

I Always hold 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 center, along the radius.

H Volume control

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

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NAMES OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

23456789

12 13

10 11

1617

1819202122 23 24

14 15

I Display window

1. Level Meter/Character Information Display

2. Disc Name Indicator: DISC

3. Track Name Indicator: TRACK

4. FM Stereo Mode Indicator: STEREO

5. Date Indicator: DATE

6. FM Stereo Indicator: ST

7. Program Indicator: PRGM

8. Random Play Indicator: RANDOM

9. Recording Level Indicator

10. MD Pause Indicator:

11. MD Record Indicator: REC

12. Recording Level Too High Indicator

13. Repeat Indicator:

14. Sleep Indicator: SLEEP

15. More Tracks Indicator: >

16. Music Schedule Indicators

17. MD TOC Indicator: TOC

18. Recording Mode Indicator: MONO LP

19. Sound Synchro Indicator: S. SYNC

20. Clock Indicator: CLOCK

21. Remaining Time Indicator: REMAIN

22. Auto Mark Indicator: AUTO MARK

23. Total Time Indicator: TOTAL

24. Timer/Timer Record Indicator

26 27

28 29

30 31

32 33

34 35

POWER

MD/CD/TUNER

TUNER(BAND)

AUX

KEYBOARD INPUTLEVEL

MD/CD STEREO MD-X5

TRACK

VOLUME

PRE-EQ

X-BASS

EDIT

CD MD

REC MODE

SAMPLING RATE CONVERTER

REMOTE SENSOR

PHONES

I Front panel

25. MD Slot

26. Power Button: POWER

27. Recording Mode Button: REC MODE

28. CD Track Select Button: TRACK

29. CD

30. Volume Up/Down Buttons: /

REC

36 37

38 39

41 42

43 44

31.

32. Tuner Call (Band Select) Button: TUNER(BAND)

33. Auxiliary Select Button: AUX

34. Extra Bass Button: X-BASS

35. Keyboard Input Terminal

36. MD Eject Button:

37. MD Record Button:

38. MD Play/Pause Button:

39. MD Stop Button:

40. Remote Sensor

41. Pre-program Equalizer Button: PRE-EQ

42. CD Stop Button:

43. CD Play/Pause Button:

44. CD Open/Close Button:

45. CD Tray

46. Headphones Jack: PHONES

47. Input Level Control: INPUT LEVEL

0MD Edit Button

4 4

5 /

4 .-/+ Buttons

4 4

H H

I REC

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06 06

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2 3 4

5 6

ANTENNA

LOOP

PHONO

RIGHT LEFT

AUX ANALOG IN/OUT

AUX

AUX OUT

RIGHT LEFT

DIGITAL1 OPTICAL

DIGITAL2 COAXIAL

AUX

DIGITAL

RATED SPEAKER

IMPEDANCE ; 6 OHMS MIN.

LEFT

RIGHT

SPEAKERS

RESET

I Rear panel

1. AM Loop/FM Antenna Jack 2 Phono Input Jacks

3. Auxiliary Analog Input Jacks

4. Auxiliary Analog Output Jacks

5. Auxiliary Digital Input Jack (Optical)

6. Auxiliary Digital Input Jack (Coaxial)

7. AC Power Cord

8. Reset Button

9. Speaker Terminals

I Speaker section

1. Tweeter

2. Woofer

3. Speaker Cord

10 11

12 13

I Remote control

X X

0606

X X

5 /

2. MD Track Up/Down, Cue/Review Buttons:

3. Tuner Preset/CD/MD Track Number Input Buttons

1. Tuning Up/Down Buttons:

4 5

6 7

8 9

12345

678910/0

MD/CD/TUNER DIRECT KEY

PROGRAM TUNING ST-MODE

CLEAR

P-MODE

TIME

-AUX-

CURSOR

POWER

REC S.SYNC

TOC EDIT

TIMER/

DELETE

X-BASS PRO-EQ

REC MODE

NAME

ENTER

MESSAGE

VOLUME

-TUNERBAND

A.MARK

DISPLAY

15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23

24 25

26 27

REMOTE CONTROL MD/CD STEREO MD-X5

4. Program Button: PROGRAM

5. Clear Button: CLEAR

6. MD Record Button:

I I

I REC

I I

7. Play Mode Button: P-MODE

8. Time Display Select Button: TIME

9. Auxiliary Select Button: AUX

10. Cursor Buttons: CURSOR

11. Name/TOC Edit Button: NAME/TOC EDIT

12. Timer/Delete Button: TIMER/DELETE

13. Power Button: POWER

14. Extra Bass Button: X-BASS

15. FM Stereo Mode Button: ST-MODE

16. Tuner Call (Band Select) Button: TUNER/BAND

17. MD Stop Button:

18. MD Play/Pause Button:

19. Sound Synchro Button: S. SYNC

20. Recording Mode Button: REC MODE

21. Auto Mark Button: A.MARK

22. CD Play/Pause Button:

23. CD Stop Button:

24. CD Track Up/Down, Cue/Review Buttons:

25. Display Button: DISPLAY

26. ▲▼

1 01 0

1 0Buttons

1 01 0

27. Message Button: MESSAGE

28. Enter Button: ENTER

29. Volume Up/Down Buttons: /

30. Pre-program Equalizer Button: PRE-EQ

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PREPARATION FOR USE

AM loop antenna

1 2 3

(1)

FM aerial

(2)

ANTENNA

LOOP

I Unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet before connecting or

disconnecting any component.

H Antenna connection

Connect the antenna wire to the ANTENNA jack.

(1) FM antenna

Position the FM antenna wire in the direction where the stongest signal can be received.

(2) AM loop antenna

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

Notes:

I Do not place the antenna on the unit. It may result in noise generation,

since the unit is equipped with digital electronics. Place the antenna away from the unit for better reception.

I If the AM loop antenna and the FM antenna wire are placed near the AC

power cord, interference may result.

H Speaker connection

Left speakerRight speaker

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.

Black

1 2 3

Left speaker

For the left side

Red

RATED SPEAKER

IMPEDANCE ; 6 OHMS MIN.

LEFT

RIGHT

SPEAKERS

Red

Black

Right speaker

For the right side

Cautions:

I Connect the black wire to the minus (–) terminal, and the red wire to the

plus (+) terminal.

I Do not mix the right channel and left channel wiring when connecting the

speakers to the unit.

I Do not let bare speaker wires touch each other as this may damage the

amplifier and/or speakers.

Note:

I The speaker grille is not removable.

H Placing the system

I Be sure to keep space between the units for ventilation. I Keep the back and sides of this unit at least 2" (5 cm) away from the

wall.

I If any kind of magnet or an electromagnet is placed too close to the TV

set and the system, irregular color may be seen.

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TV set location

I Depending on the particular location of a TV set, color variations may

be seen on the TV screen. If this happens, move the system and its speakers away from the TV and turn off the TV set. After 15 - 30 minutes, turn on the TV again.

The TV's own demagnetising function should eliminate the variations. However, if the color still does not look right, move the system further away from the TV set.

Note:

I A cooling fan is built into this product to avoid heat buildup. When the

power is turned on, the cooling fan will run.

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To an AC outlet AC 120 V, 60 Hz

H Connecting the AC power cord

I After connecting the speakers, plug the AC power cord into a conven-

ient AC outlet.

I Plug the AC power cord into a convenient AC outlet. The letters "ENJOY

MUSIC!" will be scrolled across the display.

I Unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet if the unit is not to be used

for a prolonged period of time.

H Loading the batteries for the remote control

I 2 "AA" size

batteries (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar)

8" - 20'

(0.2m - 6m)

I When inserting or removing the batteries, push them towardr the Ï

battery terminals.

I Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit to malfunction.

Precautions for battery use:

I Insert the batteries according to the direction indicated in the battery

compartment.

I Replace all old batteries with new ones at the same time. I Do not mix old and new batteries. I Remove the batteries if they are weak or if the unit is not in use for long

periods to prevent potential damage due to battery leakage.

Caution:

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

Notes concerning use:

I Replace the batteries if the control distance decreases or operation

becomes erratic.

I Periodically clean the transmitter LED on the remote control and the

sensor on the main unit with a soft cloth.

I Exposing the sensor on the main unit to strong light may interfere with

operation. Change the lighting or the direction of the unit.

I Keep the remote control away from moisture, excessive heat, shock,

and vibrations.

Remote sensor

DISPLAY

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H To change the brightness of the display

Turn the power on, and keep pressing the DISPLAY button for more than two seconds. The “DIMMER ON” display will appear, and the display will be dimmer.

To return to the original brightness, keep pressing the DISPLAY button for more than two seconds. The “DIMMER OFF” display will appear, and the original brightness is retrieved.

SOUND CONTROL

VOLUME

Volume level (0 to 10)

H Volume

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

I The volume display can be changed within the range of "0" to "10".

H Pre-programmed equalizer

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

PRE-EQ

X-BASS

PRE-EQ

FLAT: The sound is not modified. HEAVY-2: Bass and treble are emphasized a lot. HEAVY-1: Bass and treble are slightly emphasized. VOCAL: Vocals (midrange tones) are emphasized. SOFT-2: Treble is reduced a lot. SOFT-1: Treble is cut a little.

H Extra bass (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.

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SETTING THE CLOCK

When you have set the date and time, this unit can be used as a clock. It can be used for timer recording or for timer playback. It is also used to store the MD recording date in memory.

POWER

2 3

5 6

7 8

TIMER/

DELETE

ENTER

1 Press the POWER button to turn the power on. 2 Press the TIMER/DELETE button. 3 Within 10 seconds, press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "TIME ADJUST". 4 Within 10 seconds, press the ENTER button.

I The unit will enter the date setting mode.

5 Adjust the month by pressing the 1 or 0 button. 6 Press the ENTER button to set the month. 7 Adjust the day by pressing the 1 or 0 button. 8 Press the ENTER button to set the date. 9 Adjust the year by pressing the 1 or 0 button.

I Press the button once to increase or decrease the year by one. Keep

pressing it to advance continuously.

I For a year after 2000, set "00" for 2000, "01" for 2001 and so on.

10 Press the ENTER button to set the year.

I The unit will enter the time setting mode.

11 Adjust the hour by pressing the 1 or 0 button.

I Press the button once to increase or decrease the hour by one. Keep

pressing it to advance continuously.

I On the display, midnight is shown as "12:00 AM" and noon is shown as

"12:00 PM". When setting the time, be careful not to confuse AM and PM.

12 Press the ENTER button to set the hour. 13 Adjust the minute by pressing the 1 or 0 button.

I Press the button once to increase or decrease the minutes by one.

When the button is held down, the time will change in increments of 5 minutes.

14 Press the ENTER button to set the minute.

I The clock will start operating. I When about 3 seconds have elapsed, the original display will reappear.

Notes:

I In the event of a power failure or when the AC power cord is discon-

nected, the clock display will go out. When the AC power supply is restored, the clock display will flash on and off to indicate the time when the power failure occurred or when the AC power cord was disconnected.

I While recording an MD, you cannot set the date and clock. Be sure to

set the date and clock before recording.

I The range of dates that can be entered is from January 1, 1997 to

December 31, 2049.

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To change the setting:

I Once you have set the date and time, "TIME ADJUST" will not be

displayed in step 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to make the date and time appear.

I If you don't need to change the settings, just press the ENTER button.

To check the date and time:

Press the TIMER/DELETE button, and press the ▲ or ▼ button until the date and time appear.

I When about 10 seconds have elapsed, the original display will reap-

pear.

COMPACT DISC OPERATION

1 5

2, 4

H Loading and playing CDs

1 Press the CD H button.

I The power will be turned on automatically, and the unit will enter the CD

playback mode.

2 Press the 7 button to open the disc tray. 3 Place the CD on the disc tray, label side up.

I A CD can be placed on any open position on the disc tray. I Be sure to place 3" (8 cm) CDs in the middle of the disc holder.

Caution:

Do not stack CDs in the tray. This can damage the player and the CDs.

1 5

Total number of tracks

Music schedule (More tracks indicator)

Total playing time

4 Press the 7 button to close the disc tray.

I The total number of tracks and the total disc playing time will be

displayed.

I The music schedule will be displayed only for the number of tracks on

the disc.

I If the CD contains more than 21 tracks, “Y” will appear.

5 Press the CD 06 button.

I Playback will begin from track 1 on the disc you have specified. I When all the tracks on the CD have finished playing, the unit will stop

automatically.

To interrupt playback:

Press the CD 06 button. Press the CD 06 button to resume playback from the same point.

To stop playback:

Press the CD H button.

To remove the CDs:

While in the stop mode, press the 7 button.

After use:

Press the POWER button to turn the power off.

Direct playback:

If a CD is loaded in the unit, pressing the CD 06 button turns the power on and begins playback.

Cautions: I Do not carry the unit with a disc left in the disc tray. The disc

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

I Do not place two CDs in the disc tray. I Do not push the disc tray while it is moving. I If the power fails while the drawer is open, wait until the power is

restored before trying to close it.

I If the disc drawer is stopped forcibly, “ERROR” will appear on the

display and the unit will not function. If this occurs, turn the power off, and turn it on again.

I If TV or radio interference occurs during CD operation, move the

unit away from the TV or radio.

I If the main unit is subjected to a sharp jolt or it is used where

vibrations are present, sound dropouts may occur. Use the unit in a stable environment.

If the volume is set to too high, a dropout may occur due to vibrations from the speakers. If this happens, move the main unit away from the speakers or turn down the volume.

I Do not use CDs with loose cellophane tape or stickers or CDs which

have glue left on the surface from tape or stickers. If such a CD is inserted, you may not be able to remove the CD or the unit may malfunction.

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MINIDISC OPERATION

H Loading and playing MiniDiscs

1 Press the MD H button.

I The power will be turned on automatically, and the unit will enter the MD

playback mode.

2 Load a recorded MiniDisc in the direction indicated by the arrow on the

Arrow

3 1

MiniDisc, with the labeled side facing up.

I The total number of tracks and the total disc playing time will be

displayed.

I The music schedule will be displayed only for the number of tracks on

the disc.

I If the MD contains more than 21 tracks, “Y” will appear. I If an untitled MD is inserted, no disc name will be displayed.

3 Press the MD 06 button.

I Playback will begin from track 1 on the disc you have specified. I If the disc has track names, the track names will be scrolled across the

display.

I When the last track has been played back, this unit will stop automati-

cally.

To interrupt playback:

Press the MD 06 button. Press the MD 06 button to resume playback from the same point.

1 3

DISPLAY

To stop playback

Press the MD H button.

To remove a MiniDisc:

Press the 7 button. I The MiniDisc will be ejected.

Disc name

Total number of tracks

Music schedule (More tracks indicator)

Track name

Remaining recording time

Recording date

Total playing time

Notes:

I Although vibration will not normally cause a MiniDisc to skip, you may

hear a skip in the sound if there is continuous vibration.

I When you listen to MiniDiscs near a radio or a TV set, the radio or the

TV set may pick up noise. Keep the unit as far away as possible from tuners.

After use:

Press the POWER button to turn the power off.

Note

I The power cannot be turned off while the unit is reading the information

on a MiniDisc.

Direct playback:

If a MiniDisc is loaded in the unit, pressing the MD 06 button turns the power on, and begins playback.

To check a track name or the date of a recording during playback:

Press the DISPLAY button on the remote control during playback.

I Each time this button is pressed, the display will switch. I In the following cases, disc names, track names and recording dates will

not be displayed:

• A MiniDisc that has not been given a disc name or track name

• A MiniDisc that does not have a recording date on it

Level meters

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RADIO OPERATION

1,2

4,5 1,23

H Tuning

1 Press the TUNER (BAND) button.

I The power is turned on, and the tuner is selected.

2 Press the TUNER (BAND) button to select the desired frequency band

(FM or AM).

3 Tune in to the desired station using the TUNING X or W button.

Auto tuning:

When the TUNING X or W button is pressed for more than 0.5 seconds and then released, the tuning stops at the first receivable broadcast station.

Notes:

I When radio interference occurs during auto tuning, auto tuning may

stop automatically at that point.

I If a weak station signal is found during auto tuning, the station will be

skipped.

I To stop auto tuning, press the TUNING X or W button again.

Manual tuning:

Press the TUNING X or W button as many times as necessary to adjust the frequency display to the frequency of the desired station.

4 To receive FM stereo, press the ST-MODE button on the remote control

so that the "STEREO" indicator appears.

I “ST” will appear when an FM broadcast is in stereo.

5 If the FM stereo reception is weak, press the ST-MODE button so that

the “STEREO” indicator goes out.

I Although the reception changes to monaural, the sound becomes

clearer.

Stereo mode indicator

Frequency

FM stereo reception indicator

After use:

Press the POWER button to turn the power off.

Direct playback:

Just pressing the TUNER (BAND) button will turn on the power automati-

cally. The radio station you were listening to last will be tuned in.

Notes:

I The memory recalls the last station received even after changing the

TUNER (BAND) button or function selector buttons, or pressing the POWER button to turn the power off.

I If you are listening to the radio near personal computers, radios, or TV

sets, various noise or interference may be heard. Keep this unit as far away as possible from these products.

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H Preset tuning

You can store up to 40 stations in memory (40 stations consisting of any combination of FM and AM stations you like) and recall them together with

their FM reception mode (stereo or mono), at the push of a button.

Location number for storing a station in memory

1 Perform steps 1 - 5 in the "Tuning" section. 2 Press the ENTER button. 3 Within 10 seconds, press the tuner preset number buttons. 4 Repeat steps 1 - 3 to set other preset stations, or to change a preset

station.

I When a new station is stored in a preset number location, the previous

contents of that location will be erased.

To select preset numbers 11 to 40.

Press the Y10 button first, then press the preset number. For example to select 35:

1 Press the Y10 button. 2 Within 5 seconds, press the "3" button. 3 Within 5 seconds, press the "5" button.

Note:

I After a prolonged power failure, the contents of the memory will be lost.

When power is restored, enter your selections in memory again.(For power failures of just a few hours or less, the contents of the memory will not be lost.)

H To recall a preset station

1 Press the TUNER (BAND) button. 2 Press the tuner preset number button to recall the preset channel.

I The frequency will appear on the display.

Note:

I You can create names for radio stations that have been stored in

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CD AND MD OPERATIONS

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Track number input buttons

H Direct-selection play

By using the track number input buttons on the remote control, any track you wish to can be played directly, by entering its number.

1 Select the desired program source, CD or MD, by pressing the CD H or

MD H button.

2 Use the track number input buttons to select the desired track number.

A. To select track numbers 11 to 99

Press the >10 button first, then press the track number. For example to select 28:

1 Press the >10 button. 2 Within 5 seconds, press the "2" button. 3 Within 5 seconds, press the "8" button.

B. To select track number 100 or higher (only for MD)

Press the >10 button twice, then press the track number. For example to select 105:

1 Press the >10 button. 2 Within 5 seconds, press the >10 button. 3 Within 5 seconds, press the "1" button. 4 Within 5 seconds, press the "10/0" button. 5 Within 5 seconds, press the "5" button.

The beginning of the selected track will be found, and play will begin automatically.

H Cue and review

1 Load a disc and begin playback. 2 Hold down the 4 button for audible fast forward, and hold down

the 5 button for audible fast reverse.

3 Normal playback will resume when the 4 or 5 button is

released.

Notes:

I If the end of the disc is reached while cueing, “DISC END” will

appear on the display, and operation will pause. Press the CD H or MD H button to stop operation. When you want to listen to the disc again, press the 5 button to locate the desired track. Normal playback will start from that point.

I When the beginning of the first track is reached, normal playback

will start.

Notes:

I A track number higher than the number of tracks on the disc cannot be

selected.

I During APMS play or random play, track number selection play is not

possible.

H APSS (Auto Program Search System)

APSS automatically locates the beginning of any track.

To listen again to the track being played:

Press the 5 button for less than 0.5 seconds during playback.

To move to the beginning of the next track:

Press the 4 button for less than 0.5 seconds during playback.

I To skip a number of tracks at one time, press the 5 or 4 button

repeatedly until the desired track number is shown.

I To start playback from a desired track, press the 5 or 4 button while

in the stop mode to select the track number, and then press the 06 button.

To search very quickly

When fast forward or fast reverse is used while in the pause mode, the playback point will move more quickly than when using audible fast forward or audible fast reverse in the playback mode.

I In this mode, no sound is heard. Therefore, you must refer to the

time display.

I When you lift your finger, the unit will re-enter the pause mode.

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