Sony CSDES325, CSDES225 Operating Manual

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

“CAUTION:TOREDUCETHERISKOF

ELECTRICSHOCK,

DONOTREMOVECOVER(ORBACK).

NOUSER-SERVICEABLEPARTSINSIDE,

REFERSERVICINGTOQUALIFIED

SERVICEPERSONNEL.”

Explanation of Graphical Symbols

Objects and liquid entry - Take care that objects or

liquids do not get inside the unit through the ventilation openings.

Carts and stands - When placed or

mounted on a stand or cart, the unit should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven “ surfaces may cause the unit or cart to overturn or fall.

Condensation - Moisture may form on the CD pickup

lens when:

- The unit is moved from a cold spot to a warm spot

- The heating system has just been turned on

- The unit is used in a very humid room

- The unit is cooled by an air conditioner When this unit has condensation inside, it may not function normally. Should this occur, leave the unit for a few hours, then try to operate again.

Wall or ceiling mounting - The unit should not be

mounted on a wall or ceiling, unless specified in the Operating Instructions.

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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within anequilateral triangle, isintendedto alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”within the product’s enclosurethat may be of

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OWNER’S RECORD

For your convenience, record the model number (youwill find it at the bottom of the unit) and serial number (you will find it in the battery compartment) inthe space provided below. Please refer to them when

you contact your AIWA dealer in case of difficulty.

Model No.

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sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation pointwithin anequilateral triangle isintended to alerl the userto the presence of

important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Precautions

Read the Operating Instructions carefully and completely

before operating the unit, Be sure to keep the Operating

Instructions for future reference. All warnings and cautions in the Operating Instructions and on the unit should be strictly followed, as well as the safety suggestions below.

Installation

Water and moisture - Do not use this unit near water,

such as near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, swimming Pool, or the like.

Heat - Do not use this unit near sources of heat, including

heating vents, stoves, or other appliances that generate heat. It also should not be placed in temperatures less than 5°C (41 “F) or greater than 350C (950F).

Mounting surface - Place the unit on a flat, even surface.

Ventilation - The unit should be situated with adecwate

space around it so that proper heat ventilation is assured. Allow 10 cm (4 in.) clearance from the rear and the top of the unit and 5 cm (2 in.) from each side.

- Do not place the unit on a bed, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings.

- Do not install the unit in a bookcase, cabinet, or airtight rack where ventilation may be impeded.

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Electric Power

Power sources - Use on batteries or AC house current,

as specified in the Operating Instructions and marked on the unit.

Polarization - As a safety feature, some units are

equipped with polarized AC power plugs which can only i be inserted one way into a power outlet, If it is difficult or impossible to insert the AC power plug into an outlet, turn the plug over and try again. If it still does not easily insert into the outlet, please call a qualified service technician to service or replace the outlet. To avoid defeating the safety feature of the potarized plug, do not force it into a power outlet.

AC power cord

When disconnecting the AC power cord, pull it out by

the AC power plug. Do not pull the cord itself.

- Never handle the AC power plug with wet hands, as this could result in fire or shock.

- Power cords should be firmly secured to avoid being bent, pinched, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to the cord from the unit to the power socket.

- Avoid overloading AC power plugs and extension cords beyond their capacity, as this could result in fire or shock.

Extension cord - To help prevent electric shock, do not

use a polarized AC power plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the polarized plug can be completely inserted to prevent exposure of the blades of the plug.

When not in use - Unrrlua the AC Dower cord from the

AC outlet or remove ail th~ batterie’e if the unit will not be

used for several months or more. When the cord is plugged in, a small amount of current continues to flow to

the unit, even when the power is turned off.

Maintenance

Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating Instructions.

Damage Requiring Service

Have the units serviced by a qualified service technician if:

- The AC power cord or plug has been damaged

- Foreign objects or liquid have got inside the unit

- The unit has been exposed to rain or water

- The unit does not seem to operate normally

- The unit exhibits a marked change in performance

- The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE UNIT YOURSELF.

Power Supply

IMPORTANT

Make sure that FUNCTION is set to (!) STANDBY POWER/

TAPE before connecting the AC cord or inserting batteries.

Connect the AC cord as illustrated below.

to the AC inlet of the unit

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Remote Control

(CSD-ES325 only)

Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries.

R6 (AA)

When the reach of the remote control signal is less than 5 meters (16 feet), replace the batteries.

Tlhe remote control may not operate correctly when:

- ‘The unit is exposed to intense light, such as direct sunlight

- (Objects block the remote control signal to the unit

TO use the buttons on the remote control

Tlhe remote control can be used for CD operation. Buttons on the remote control and the main unit with identical indications have the same functions.

CAUTION

Use only the supplied AC cord. Use with other cords may

result in the risk of fire.

Open the lid of the battery compartment on the rear and

insert eight RI 4 (size C) batteries, not supplied, as illustrated below. Then close the lid.

● Before using on batteries, disconnect the AC cord from the

AC inlet. Battery power is cut off automatically when the cord is connected.

R14 (C)

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The batteries need to be replaced when:

The OPE/BATT indicator becomes dim, the tape speed

slows down, volume decreases, or sound is distorted during operation.

Notes on batteries

To avoid damage from leakage or explosion, observe the following: c Insert the batteries with the 0 and 0 marks correctly

aligned.

- Do not mix different types new ones.

Never recharge the batteries, apply heat to them or take them apart.

● Remove dead batteries.

If liquid leaks from the batteries, wipe thoroughly to remove.

of batteries or old batteries with

Maintenance

To clean the cabinet

Use a soft cloth lightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine or thinner.

To clean the heads and tape

paths

After every 10 hours of use,

clean the heads 0 and 0, the

pinchroller O and capstan 0.

Use a cotton swab @ slightly

moistened with cleaning fluid

or denatured alcohol.

To clean

Use a cotton swab slightly

moistened with cleaning fluid. Wipe gently from the center to the edge.

Cassette tapes

To prevent accidental erasure, break off the plastic

tabs on the cassette tape after recording with a

screwdriver or other pointed tool.

To record on the tape again, cover the tab openings

with adhesive tape, etc.

the lens

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Tab for side A

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VOLUME QSOUND

Set FUNCTION to CD. Press OPEN mark to open the disc

compartment and place a disc with the printed side up.

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Press Wl 1 PLAYIPAUSE to start play.

The track number is displayed.

“1” indicates that the 1st track is playing, and indicates the 11th track. “1” and a flashing “o” indicate the 21st , 31st ... 91st track.

Turn VOLUME and BASS to adjust the sound.

STOP – Stops play.

■ ➤/n PLAY/PAUSE – Pauses play. To resume play, press

again.

M, M SKIP/SEARCH – Searches for a particular point

during playback. Keep M or M pressed and then release it.

- Skips to the beginning of a track. Press W or repeatedly.

REPEAT - Repeats a single track or all tracks. Select as

follows. The REPEAT indicator flashes: A single track is played repeatedly. Select a track with M or W. The REPEAT indicator lights up: All tracks are played repeatedly,

NOTE sDo not use irregular shape CDs (example: heart-shaped,

octagonal ones). It may result in malfunctions.

● Do not place more than one disc in the disc

compartment.

● Do not try to open the disc compartment during play.

● Do not touch the lens. Doing so may cause malfunctions.

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To select a track directly (CSD-ES325 only)

Press the numbered buttons and +1Obutton on the remote control. Example: To select number 25, press +1 O, +1Oand 5 buttons. To select number 10, press +1Oand O buttons. The selected track starts to play and play continues to the end of the disc.

Up to 20 tracks can be programmed from the disc.

Set FUNCTION to CD and load a disc. Press MEMORY on the remote control.

o–9, +1o

Program number flashes in the display.

Press the numbered buttons on the remote

control to select a track.

Selected track number is displayed.

W and W are also available.

Press MEMORY when the desired track is

displayed.

Program number flashes in the display.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 to program other tracks.

Press F/l 1 PLAY/PAUSE to start play.

To check the program, press M in stop mode.

clear the program, press CANCEL on the remote control

so that Cl disappears in the display. The display returns to the CD play. To change the programmed tracks, clear the program and repeat all the steps again.

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REPEAT

STOP

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PLAYIPAUSE

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FM MODE 10SC .~x~

BAND

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Set FUNCTION to RADIO.

Select

Tune to a station with TUNING.

Turn VOLUME and BASS to adjust the sound.

For better reception

Extend the FM antenna and orient it for the best reception.

FM MODE/OSC

- Sets the FM sound to stereo or monaural.

ST: Reception is stereo. MONO: When an FM stereo broadcast contains noise, set

to MONO.

monaural.

- [f a high-pitched sound is heard during recording from AM, set this switch to another position.

NOTE

If the unit picks up noise from other electrical appliances

nearby, like a TV or fluorescent lights, move the unit away.

a band with BAND.

AM antenna is inside the unit. Position the unit for the best reception.

Noise is reduced, although reception is

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Use Type I (normal) tapes only.

Set FUNCTION to TAPE.

Press W4 STOPIEJECT

holder and insert a tape with the exposed side down and the side to be played facing out.

Press > PLAY to start play.

Turn VOLUME and BASS to adjust the sound.

WA STOPIEJECT - Stops play. 11 PAUSE - Pauses play. To resume play, press again.

F FWD/+ REWIND - Fast forwards/rewinds. To

X stop winding, press W= STOP/EJECT.

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to open the cassette

To turn off the unit, set FUNCTION to (!) STANDBY

POWER so that the OPE/BATT indicator goes out.

To listen with the headphones, connect headphones with a stereo mini plug to the f) (Headphones) jack.

QSOUND

This system provides a rich, three dimensional sound area. You can enjoy a more enhanced sound.

Press QSOUND.

● At higher volume, turning CX30UND on may cause the

sound distortion. [n this case, turn the volume down.

If an erroneous display or malfunction occurs,

disconnect the AC cord and remove all the batteries to turn off the display. Then turn the power back on.

system

Note that recording is done on only one side of the tape.

Insert a tape with the side to be recorded

facing out.

Wind up the tape to the point where recording starts.

Get ready to record from the source.

To record from a CD: set FUNCTION to CD and

start play.

To record from the tuner: set FUNCTION to

RADIO and tune to a station.

Press

To stop recording,

To erase a recording, set FUNCTION to TAPE and start

recording.

● RECORD to start recording.

b PLAY is pressed simultaneously.

press WA STOP/EJECT.

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