Sharp XL-MP150 User Manual
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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.
MICRO COMPONENT SYSTEM
MODEL
XL-MP150
OPERATION MANUAL
XL-MP150 Micro Component System consisting of XL-MP150 (main unit)
and CP-MP150 (speaker system).
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Accessories
Please confirm that the following accessories are included.
Remote control 1
(RRMCGA050AWSA)
AM loop antenna 1
(QANTL0005AWZZ)
FM antenna 1
(92LFANT1746A)
Note:
Only the above accessories are included.
XL-MP150
SPECIAL NOTES
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.
Explanation of Graphical Symbols:
Important Instruction
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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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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.
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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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 receiver.
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
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.
NOTES
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.
Licensed under one or more of U.S. Pat. 4,972,484, 5,214,678,
5,323,396, 5,530,655, 5,539,829, 5,544,247, 5,606,618, 5,610,985,
5,740,317, 5,777,992, 5,878,080 or 5,960,037.
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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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
XL-MP150
1 Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the product is operated.
2 Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3 Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4 Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5 Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
6 Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the prod-
uct manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7 Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - for ex-
ample, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a
wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8 Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to
a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9 A product and cart combination should be moved with
care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
10 Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for venti-
lation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it
from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on
a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be
placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been
adhered to.
11 Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type
of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of
the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or
local power company. For products intended to operate from battery
power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12 Grounding or Polarization - This product may be equipped with a
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider
than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
Alternate Warnings - This product is equipped with a three-wire
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug
will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the grounding-type plug.
13 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.
14 Protective Attachment Plug - The product is equipped with an at-
tachment plug having overload protection. This is a safety feature. See
Instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device. If
replacement of the plug is required, be sure the service technician has
used a replacement plug specified by the manufacturer that has the
same overload protection as the original plug.
Important Instruction
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
15 Outdoor Ant enna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system
is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable 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 suppor ting 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 gr oundin g as per
National Electrical Code, ANSI/N FPA 70
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A
ANTEN NA LEAD IN WIRE
ANTEN NA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
16 Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
Important Instruction
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
power-line surges.
17 Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits,
or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an
outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from
touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be
fatal.
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Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this
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product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points
or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.
20 Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening
or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
21 Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to its normal operation,
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this
indicates a need for service.
22 Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
23 Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this prod-
uct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the product is in proper operating condition.
24 Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a wall
or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
25 Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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ENERGY STAR® Program Information
Products that have earned
the ENERGY STAR
designed to protect the
environment through
superior energy efficiency.
To comply with the ENERGY STAR® standards mentioned above,
please cancel the demonstration mode, as described on page .
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark.
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Contents
Page
General Information
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 - 9
Preparation for Use
System connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 12
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Basic Operation
General control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
CD or MP3/WMA disc Playback
Listening to a CD or MP3/WMA disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 - 18
Advanced CD or MP3/WMA disc playback . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 - 21
MP3/WMA navigation (only for MP3/WMA files) . . . . . . . .22 - 25
Radio
Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 - 27
Tape Playback
Listening to a cassette tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 - 29
XL-MP150
Tape Recording
Recording on a cassette tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 - 31
Advanced Features
Timer and sleep operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 - 35
Enhancing your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 - 37
References
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 - 39
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back cover
Important Instruction
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XL-MP150
Precautions
General
z Please ensure that the equipment is positioned in a well-ventilated
area and ensure that there is at least 4" (10 cm) of free space
along the sides, top and back of the equipment.
4" (10 cm)4" (10 cm)
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z Use the unit on a firm, level surface free from
vibration.
z 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.
z Do not place anything on top of the unit.
General Information
z Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than
140
˚F (60˚C) or to extremely low temperatures.
z If your system does not work properly, disconnect the AC power
cord from the AC outlet. Plug the AC power cord back in, and then
turn on your system.
z In case of an electrical storm, unplug the
unit for safety.
4" (10 cm)
4" (10 cm)
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removing it from the AC outlet, as pulling
the cord can damage internal wires.
z Do not remove the outer cover, as this
may result in electric shock. Refer internal service to your local SHARP service
facility.
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- 35˚C).
˚F - 95˚F (5˚C
Warning:
The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this unit. Using this product with a higher voltage 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 dam-
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Volume control
The sound level at a given volume setting depends on speaker efficiency, location and various other factors. It is advisable to avoid exposure to high volume levels, which occurs while turning the unit on
with the volume control setting up high, or while continually listening
at high volumes.
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Controls and indicators
XL-MP150
Front panel
Reference page
1. Disc Trays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2. Timer Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
3. Power On/Stand-by Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4. Clock/Timer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 32, 35
5. Tape Record Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 31
6. Cassette Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
7. Headphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
8. Disc Tray Open/Close Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
9. Disc Number Select Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
10. Disc Direct Play Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
11. Remote Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
12. Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
13. Memory/Set Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 21, 25, 27, 32, 35
14. Equalizer Mode Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
15. Extra Bass (Surround) /Demo Mode Button . . . . . . . . 12, 14
16. CD Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
17. Tape Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
18. Tape Reverse Play Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
19. Disc Track Down or Fast Reverse, Tape Fast Wind,
Tuner Preset Down, Time Down Button . . . . . 15, 18, 27, 29
20. Tape Reverse Mode Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
21. Disc Track Up or Fast Forward, Tape Fast Wind,
Tuner Preset Up, Time Up Button . . . . . . . . . . 15, 18, 27, 29
22. Tuner (Band) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
23. Video/Auxiliary Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
24. Disc Play or Repeat, Tape Forward Play Button . . 16, 20, 28
25. Tuning Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
26. Tuning Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
27. Disc or Tape Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 29
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Controls and indicators (continued)
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General Information
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AC INPUT
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RATED SPEAKER IMPEDANCE:
6 OHMS MIN.
SPEAKERS
RIGHT
LEFT
18 19
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75 OHMS
Display
1. Disc Number Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2. MP3/WMA Folder Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Reference page
3. MP3/WMA Title Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4. MP3 Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5. WMA Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6. Sleep Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7. Timer Play Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
8. Timer Recording Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
9. Tape Record Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
10. MP3/WMA Total Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
11. Daily Timer Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
12. FM Stereo Mode Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
13. FM Stereo Receiving Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
14. Tape Forward Play Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
15. Tape Reverse Mode Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
16. Memory Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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17. Tape Reverse Play Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
18. Extra Bass Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
19. Disc Repeat Play Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
20. Disc Pause Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
21. Disc Play Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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Rear panel
Reference page
1. Speaker Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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VIDEO/AUX
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SPEAKERS
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SUBWOOFER
PRE-OUT
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2. AC Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3. FM 75 Ohms Antenna Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4. FM Antenna Ground Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
5. AM Loop Antenna Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
6. Video/Auxiliary (Audio Signal) Input Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
7. Cooling Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
8. Speaker Light-up Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
9. Subwoofer Pre-output Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Speaker system
1. Tweeter
2. Woofer
3. Bass Reflex Duct
1
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4. Speaker Wire
5. Speaker Light-up Wire
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Remote control
Reference page
1. Remote Control Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2. Disc Number Select Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3. Cursor Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4. Character Input/Disc Direct Search Buttons . . . . . . . . 19, 24
5. Equalizer Mode Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
6. Extra Bass (Surround) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7. Power On/Stand-by Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
8. CD Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
9. Tuner (Band) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
10. Tape Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
11. Video/Auxiliary Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
12. Volume Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
13. Disc Clear/Dimmer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 21
14. Disc Random Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
15. Disc Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
16. Tape Reverse Play Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
17. Tape Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
18. Memory Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 21, 25, 27, 32, 35
19. Disc Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
20. Disc Play or Repeat Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 20
21. Tape Forward Play Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
22. Tape Record Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 31
23. MP3/WMA Navigation Mode Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
24. MP3/WMA Display Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
25. Enter Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
26. Clock/Timer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 32, 35
27. Character Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
28. Disc Track Down or Fast Reverse, Tape Fast Wind,
Tuner Preset Down, Time Down Button . . . . . . 15, 18, 27, 29
29. Disc Track Up or Fast Forward, Tape Fast Wind,
Tuner Preset Up, Time Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 18, 27, 29
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System connections
Make sure to unplug the AC power cord before any connections.
Antenna connection (see page 11)
Right speaker
Preparation for Use
Speaker light-up wire
Speaker connection (see page 11)
FM antenna
AC INPUT
RATED SPEAKER IMPEDANCE:
6 OHMS MIN.
SPEAKERS
RIGHT
AM loop antenna
Left speaker
ANTENNA
AM
LOOP
FM
GND
75 OHMS
VIDEO/AUX
IN
RIGHT LEFT
RIGHT
LIGHT-UP
SPEAKERS
LEFT
LEFT
SUBWOOFER
PRE-OUT
AC outlet
Speaker light-up wire
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
AC power connection (see page 12)
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Antenna connection
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 to the AM LOOP jack. 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).
ANTENNA
AM
LOOP
FM
GND
75 OHMS
VIDEO/AUX
IN
RIGHT LEFT
RATED SPEAKER IMPEDANCE:
6 OHMS MIN.
SPEAKERS
AC INPUT
RIGHT
LEFT
Note:
Placing the antenna on the unit or near the AC power cord may
cause noise pickup. Place the antenna away from the unit for better
reception.
Installing the AM loop antenna:
< Assembling > < Attaching to the wall >
Wall Screws (not supplied)
RIGHT
LIGHT-UP
SPEAKERS
LEFT
SUBWOOFER
PRE-OUT
Speaker connection
Connect the black wire to the minus (-) terminal, and the red wire to
the plus (+) terminal.
ANTENNA
AM
LOOP
FM
GND
75 OHMS
VIDEO/AUX
IN
RIGHT LEFT
RATED SPEAKER IMPEDANCE:
6 OHMS MIN.
RIGHT
LIGHT-UP
SPEAKERS
LEFT
SPEAKERS
AC INPUT
SUBWOOFER
RIGHT
LEFT
PRE-OUT
BlackRed
Caution:
z Use speakers with an impedance of 6 ohms or more, as lower im-
pedance speakers can damage the unit.
z Do not mistake the right and the left chan-
nels. The right speaker is the one on the right
side when you face the unit.
z Do not let the bare speaker wires touch
each other.
z Do not allow any objects to fall into or to be
placed in the bass reflex ducts.
z Do not stand or sit on the speakers. You may
be injured.
Incorrect
Speaker Light-Up Connection
Connect the speaker light-up wires to the SPEAKERS LIGHT-UP
jacks for speaker illumination. To turn off the speaker light-up
feature, press the CLEAR/DIMMER button on the remote control for
2 seconds or more.
RIGHT SPEAKER
ANTENNA
AM
LOOP
FM
GND
75 OHMS
VIDEO/AUX
IN
RIGHT LEFT
RATED SPEAKER IMPEDANCE:
6 OHMS MIN.
RIGHT
LIGHT-UP
SPEAKERS
LEFT
SPEAKERS
AC INPUT
SUBWOOFER
RIGHT
LEFT
PRE-OUT
LIGHT-UP
SPEAKERS
RIGHT
LEFT
Note:
Placing the right speaker light-up wire to the RIGHT jack and the left
speaker light-up wire to the LEFT jack.
LEFT SPEAKER
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System connections (continued)
Speaker grilles are removable
Make sure nothing comes into contact
with the speaker diaphragm when you
remove the speaker grilles.
AC power connection
After checking all the connections have been made correctly, plug
the AC power cord of this unit into the AC outlet. If you plug in the unit
first, the unit will enter the demonstration mode.
ANTENNA
AM
LOOP
FM
GND
75 OHMS
VIDEO/AUX
IN
RIGHT LEFT
RATED SPEAKER IMPEDANCE:
6 OHMS MIN.
SPEAKERS
AC INPUT
RIGHT
RIGHT
LIGHT-UP
SPEAKERS
LEFT
SUBWOOFER
LEFT
PRE-OUT
AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
Notes:
z The unit will start the tape initialization when plugged in to the AC
outlet. During this process, an initializing sound will be heard and
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the unit cannot be turned on. Wait until the process is finished.
z Unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet if the unit will not be
in use for a prolonged period of time.
Cooling fan:
The main unit is built with a cooling fan at the rear of the unit for improved cooling. Please do not cover the opening of the fan with any
obstacles, as this will block proper ventilation.
VIDEO/AUX
IN
RIGHT LEFT
RATED SPEAKER IMPEDANCE:
6 OHMS MIN.
SPEAKERS
AC INPUT
RIGHT
LEFT
RIGHT
LIGHT-UP
SPEAKERS
LEFT
SUBWOOFER
PRE-OUT
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Demonstration mode
The first time the unit is plugged in, the
unit will enter the demonstration mode.
You will see words scroll.
To cancel the demonstration mode:
When the unit is in the power standby mode (demonstration mode),
press the X-BASS (SURROUND)/
DEMO button. The unit will enter the
X-BASS (SURROUND)
X-BASS (SURROUND)
/DEMO
/DEMO
low power consumption mode.
To return to the demonstration mode:
When the unit is in the power stand-by mode, press the X-BASS
(SURROUND)/DEMO button again.
Note:
When the power is on, the X-BASS (SURROUND)/DEMO button can
be used to select the surround mode.
Outdoor FM antenna
Use an outdoor FM antenna if you require better reception.
Consult your dealer.
Outdoor
FM antenna
75 ohms
coaxial cable
Note:
When an outdoor FM antenna is used, disconnect the supplied FM
antenna wire.
Remote control
XL-MP150
Battery installation
Use 2 "AA" size batteries (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar).
Batteries are not included.
1 Open the battery cover.
2 Insert the batteries according to the direction indicated in
the battery compartment.
When inserting or removing the batteries, push them toward the
battery terminals.
3 Close the cover.
Precautions for battery use:
z Replace all old batteries with new ones at the same time.
z Do not mix old and new batteries.
z Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for long periods
of time. This will prevent potential damage due to battery leakage.
Caution:
z Do not use rechargeable batteries (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.).
z Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit to malfunc-
tion.
Battery removal:
Open the battery cover and pull up the battery to take out.
Notes concerning use:
z Replace the batteries if the operating distance is reduced or if the
operation becomes erratic.
z Periodically clean the transmitter on the remote control and the
sensor on the unit with a soft cloth.
z Exposing the sensor on the unit to strong light may interfere with
operation. Change the lighting or the direction of the unit if this
occurs.
z Keep the remote control away from moisture, heat, shock, and vi-
brations.
Test of the remote control
Check the remote control after checking all the connections (see
pages 10 - 12).
Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the unit.
The remote control can be used within the range shown below:
Press the ON/STAND-BY button. Does the power turn on? Now, you
can enjoy music.
X-BASS (SURROUND)
/DEMO
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