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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

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as near a bathtub, washbowl, swimming pool, or the like.

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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 35°C (95°F).

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

4

Ventilation — The unit should be situated with adequate
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.

5

Objects and liquid entry — Take care that objects or liquids
do not get inside the unit through the ventilation openings.

6

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.

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Condensation —
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.

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Wall or ceiling mounting — The unit should not be mounted
on a wall or ceiling, unless specified in the Operating
Instructions.

Moisture may form on the CD pickup lens

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Owner’s record
For your convenience, record the model number and serial
number (you will find them on the rear of your set) in the space
provided below. Please refer to them when you contact your Aiwa
dealer in case of difficulty.

Model No.
CX-NA222

SX-NA332 (For NSX-A222)
I SX-NA335 (For NSX-A223) I
[ SX-R275 (NSX-A223 onlv) [

Serial No. (Lot No.)

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Electric Power
1 Power sources —

2 Polarization — As a safety feature, some units are equipped

3 AC power cord

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Connect this unit only to power sources
specified in the Operating Instructions, and as marked on the
unit.

with polarized AC power plugs which can only 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 polarized
plug, do not force it into a power outlet.

- 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 befirmly secured to avoid being severely
bent, pinched, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to
the cord from the unit to the power outlet.

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

45Extension cord — To help prevent electric shock, do not use

a pc,larized 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 — Unplug the AC power cord from the power
outlet 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.

Outdoor Antenna

Power lines — When connecting an outdoor antenna, make

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sure it is located away from power lines.

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Outdoor antenna grounding

— Be sure the antenna system
is properly grounded to provide protection against unexpected
voltage surges or static electricity build-up. Article 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSVNFPA 70, provides information
on proper grounding of the mast, supporting structure, and
the lead-in wire to the antenna discharge unit, as well as the
size of the grounding unit, connection to grounding terminals,
and requirements for grounding terminals themselves.

Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code

Precautions ............................m......................................2

PREPARATIONS

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CONNECTIONS ................................................................. 4

REMOTE CONTROL ............................................................6

BEFORE OPERATION .........................................................6

SOUND

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AUDIO ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

GRAPHIC EQUALIZER .......................................................8

TAPE PLAYBACK

BASIC OPERATIONS ........................................................ 8

RADIO RECEPTION

MANUAL TUNING ...............................................................9

PRESETTING STATIONS ...................................................9

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GROUND CLAMP

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NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

EQuIPMENT

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ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21 )

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

— ELECTRODE ~y~TEM

(NEC ART 250 PART H)

Maintenance
Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating
Instructions.

-Iae Reauirina 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 gotten 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

~OT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE UNIT YOURSELF.

CD PLAYING

BASIC OPERATIONS ...................................................... 10

PROGRAMMED PLAY ...................................................... 11

RECORDING

BASIC RECORDING ....................................................... 12

DUBBING A TAPE MANUALLY ...................................... 13

DUBBING THE WHOLE TAPE! ........................................ 13

Al EDIT RECORDING ...................................................... 14

PROGRAMMED EDIT RECORDING ............................... 15

CLOCK AND TIMER

SETTING THE CLOCK ............................................. .... 16

SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER ........................................ 16

SETTING THE TIMER ...................................................... 17

OTHER CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING OPTIONAL ECNJIPMENT ....................... 18

LISTENING TO EXTERNAIL SOURCES ......................... 18

GENERAL

CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................... 19

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIIDE......................................... 19

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 20

PARTS INDEX ...................................................

Back cover

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Check your system and accessories

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CX-NA222 Compact disc stereo cassette receiver
SX-NA332 Front speakers

CX-NA222 Compact disc stereo cassette receiver
SX-NA335 Front speakers
SX-R275 Surround speakers

IMPORTANT
Connect the speakers, antennas, and all optional equipment first.
Then connect the AC cord,

There are no differences between the front speakers. Both
speakers can be connected as L (left) or R (right).

7 Connect the right and left speakers to the main

unit.

Connect the right speaker cord to SPEAKERS R terminals,
and left to SPEAKERS L terminals.

Remote control

Operating Instructions, etc

Optional SX-R275 Surround speakers are available with the NSX-A222,

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Before connecting the AC cord

The rated voltage of your unit shown on the rear panel is

120 V AC. Check that the rated voltage matches your local

voltage,

AM antenna FM antenna

The speaker cord with the white stripe should be connected
to @ terminal and the black cord to 0 terminal.

2 Connect the surround speakers to the main unit,

(only for NSX-A223)

There are no differences between the surround speakers.
Connect each surround s~eaker cord to SURROUND
SPEAKERS R or L terminal. ”

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Surround speaker

FM antenna

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Surround speaker

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3 Connect the supplied antennas,

Connect the FM antenna to FM 75 Q terminals and the AM

antenna to AM LOOP terminals

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4 Connect the AC cord to an AC outlet.

The game Demo will begin when the AC cord is plugged

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into an AC outlet, See page 7 “Game Demo” for details.

To position the antennas
FM feeder antenna:
Extenci this antenna horizontally in a T-shape and fix its ends to
the wall,
AM antenna:

Positicm to find the best possible reception,

To stand the AM antenna on a surface

Fix the claw to the slot.

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o Front speaker (Right)
@ Front speaker (Left)

@ Surround speakers

Place the surround speakers behind the listening area.

To mount the surround speakers on the wall

Mount each speaker on a spot that can hold its weight.

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● Be sure to connect the speaker cords correctly. Improper

connections can cause short circuits in SPEAKERS terminals.

● Do not leave objects generating magnetism, such as credit

cards, near the speakers, as these objects may be damaged.

● Do not bring the FM antenna near metal objects or curtain rails.

● Do not bring the AM antenna near other optional equipment,

the stereo system itself, the AC cord or speaker cords, since

noise will be picked up.

● Do not unwind the AM antenna wire.

For better FM reception, use of an outdoor antenna is
recommended.

Connect the outdoor antenna to FM 75 Q terminals,

To connect other optional equipment+ page 18.

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Inserting batteries
Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control and
insert two R6 (size AA) batteries.

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When to replace the batteries

The maximum operational distance between the remote control
and the sensor on the main unit should be approximately 5 meters
(16 feet). When this distance decreases, replace the batteries
with new ones.

use SHIFT on the remote control

To
Buttons @)have two different functions, One of these functions
is intlcated on the button, and the other on the plate above the
button.
To use the function on the button, simply press the button.
To use the function on the plate above the button, press the
button while pressing SHIFT.

To use FUNCTION on the remote control

FUNCTION substitutes for the function buttons (TAPE DECK
1/2, TUNER BAND, VIDEO/AUX, CD) on the main unit.
Each time FUNCTION is pressed, the next function is selected

cyclically. When tapes are inserted in both decks, each deck is

selected with FUNCTION.

FUNCTION

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To

turn the power on

Press one of the function buttons (TAPE, TUNER, VIDEO/AUX,
CD). Playback of the inserted disc or tape begins, or the
previously tuned station is received (Direct Play Function).
POWER is also available.

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When the power is turned on, the disc compartment may open
and close to reset the unit.

To turn the power off

Press POWER.

Flash window

The window on the top of the unit lights up or flashes while the
unit is being powered on.
To turn off the light of the top window, press S while pressing
CD. To turn back on, repeat the above.

change the brightness level of the display

To

Press ENTER/DIMMER.

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2 Within 4 seconds, turn MULTI JOG to select the dimmer mode

as below.

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● If the remote control is not going to be used for an extended

period of time, remove the batteries to prevent possible
electrolyte leakage.

. The remote control may not operate correctly when:

- The line of sight between the remote control and the remote
sensor inside the display window is exposed to intense light,
such as direct sunlight

- Other remote controls are used nearby (those of a television,
etc.)

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The mode will be automatically set after 4 seconds. It will also
be set if ENTER/DIMMER is pressed within 4 seconds after step
2,

DIM-OFF~AUTO-fXM* DlMMEf3 1-DIMMER 2

DIM-OFF: The normal display.
AUTO-DIM: If the unit is not used for 10seconds, the illumination
of the display automatically becomes dimmer than DIMMER 2,
and the window on the top of the unit and the button lamps light
off
DIMMER
DIMMER 2: The illumination of the display is dimmer than
DIMMER 1.

1:The illumination of the display is dimmer than usual,

When the AC cord is connected, the display window

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demonstrates the game Demo. When the power is turned on,
the game Demo is overridden by the operation display, When
the power is turned off, the game Demo is restored.

VOLUME

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To start or end game Demo

Press * when the power is off, the game Demo will begin.

To end the game Demo, press II.

To play the game Demo
1 Press F.

Three numbers on the display start to run.

2 Press

3 Press

Scoring:

20 points are given to start the game.

If all the numbers are eaual, 50 points are added to the score.
If not ecrual, one point is subtracted.
If the gained points reach 9999, you win.
If the gained points fall to O,you lose.

To reset the game Demo

Press III, then press >. The game starts again.

To change the probability of equalizing the three numbers

Press 44 or> repeatedly to select one of the three probability
levels when playing the game Demo. The tray number indicator
in the display changes between 1 and 3. As the tray number
increases from 1 to 3, the higher the probability of equalizing.

■ once.

The number on the left side stops.

■ twice to stop the remaining two numbers.

Turn VOLUME on the main unit, or press VOL cm the
remote control.
The volume level is displayed as a number from Oto MAX (31).
The volume level is automatically set to 16 when the power is
turned off with the volume level set to 17 or more.

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SUPER T-BASS SYSTEM

The T-BASS system enhances the realisn of low-frequency
sound.

Press T-BASS.
Each time it is pressed, the level changes. Select one of the

three levels, or the off position to suit your preference.

To select
press T-BASS while pressing SHIFT.

with the remote control

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Low frequency sound may be distorted when the T-BASS system
is used for a disc or tape inwhicbllow frequency sound isoriginally
emphasized. In this case, cancel the T-BASS system.

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● While playing the game Demo, 11, ■ , +, ~ and > are

available only for the game Demo. Turn the power on to use
these buttons for the functions such as CD playing, etc.

● During the game Demo, some indicators unrelated to the actual

operation light up on the display.

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MULTI JOG

PHONES

This unit provides the following three different equalization curves.

ROCK: Powerful sound emphasizing treble and bass
POP: More presence in the vocals and midrange
CLASSIC: Enriched sound with heavy bass and fine treble.

Press one of ROCK, POP or

The selected equalization mode is displayed.

To cancel the selected mode

Press the selected button again. “GEQ OFF” is displayed.

CLASSIC.

To select with the remote control

Press GEQ repeatedly while pressing SHIFT. The GEQ mode is

displayed cyclically as follows.

ROCK— POP — CLASSIC— GEQ OFF

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Using the headphones
Connect headphones to the PHONES jack with a standard stereo
plug (06.3 mm,
NOsound is output from the speakers while the headphones are
plugged in.

Sound adjustment during recording
The output volume and tone of the speakers or headphones are

freely varied without affecting the recording.

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This unit is designed for optimal playback of Type I
(normal) tapes.

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Deck 2

1 Press TAPE and press A PUSH EJECT to open

the cassette holder,

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Insert a tape with the exposed side down. Push the cassette
holder to close.

2 Press * to start play.

Only the side facing out from the unit can be played back,

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Selected deck nu~ber

select a playing deck

To
When tapes are loaded in both decks, press TAPE first to select
a deck,
The selected deck number is displayed,

To stop play, press
To pause play (deck 2 only), press I [, To resume play, press
again.
To fast forward or rewind, press + or >. Then press
to stop the tape,

atart playwhen the power is off (Direct Play Function)

To

Press TAPE. The power is turned on and play of the inserted

tape begins.
To set the

Press = GLEAR in stop mocie.

The counter is also set to 0000 when the cassette holder is
opened.

When tapes are loaded in both decks
After playback on deck 1finishes, the tape inthe deck 2will start
to play without interruption and will stop at the end of the tape,
(Continuous play)

tape counter to 0000

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Tape counter

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Type II (High position) tapes can also be played back in this
unit. When playing back a Type II tape, turn MULTI JOG to display
“SOFT” in the display. This will set the optimum playback sound
for Type
any graphic equalizer is selected (page 8), the unit is switched
to a different audio source, the cassette holder is open, or when
the power is turned off,

II tapes. However, “SOFT” playback will be canceled if

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7 Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to select the

desired band.

~FM— AMT

When TUNER BAND is pressed while the power is off, the
power is turned on directly.

To select a band with the remote control

Press BAND while pressing SHIFT.

2 Press << DOWN or - UP to select a station.

Each time the button is pressed, the frequency changes.
When a station is received, “TUNE is displayed for 2seconds.
During FM stereo reception, (l@ll) is displayed.

To search for a station quickly (Auto Search)
Keep 4+ DOWN or - UP pressed until the frequency starts
to change rapidly. After tuning in to a station, the search stops.
To stop the Auto Search manually, press +4 DOWN or ~
UP.
* The Auto Search may not stop at stations with very weak

signals.

When ian FM stereo broadcast contains noise
Press MONOTUNER while pressing SHIFT on the remote control
so that “MONO appears on the display,
Noise is reduced, although reception is monaural.
To restore stereo reception, repeat the above so that “MONO”
disappears.

To change the AM tuning interval
The default setting of the AM tuning interval is 10 kHz/step, If
you use this unit in an area where the frequency allocation system
is 9 kHz/step, change the tuning interval.
Press F’OWER while pressing >.
To reset the interval, repeat this procedure,

The unit can store a total of 32 preset stations. When a station is
stored, a preset number isassigned to the station. Use the preset

number to tune in to a preset station directly.

Press TUNER BAND to select a band, and press

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- DOWN or ~ UP to select a station.
Press 11 SET to store the station.

2

A preset number beginning from 1 in consecutive order for
each band is assigned to ths station.

Preset ~umber

Repeat steps 1 and 2.

3

The next station will not be stc)red if a total of 32 preset stations
for all the bands have already been stored.

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“FULP is displayed if you attempt to store more than 32 preset
stations.

Use the remote control to select the preset number directly.

7 Press BAND while pressing SHIFT to select a

band.

2 Press numbered buttons O-9 and +10 to select a

preset number.

Example:
To select preset number 20, press +10, +10 and O.
To select preset number 15, press +10 and 5,

Selecting a preset number cm the main unit

Press TUNER BAND to select alband. Then, press > PRESET
repeatedly or turn MULTI JOG.
Each time > PRESET is pressed, the next ascending number
is selected.

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When the AM tuning interval is changed, all preset stations are
cleared. The preset stations have to be set again.

To clear a preset station
Select the preset number of the station to be cleared. Then, press

❑ CLEAR, and press II SET within 4 seconds.

The preset numbers of all other stations in the band with higher
numbers are also decreased by one,

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PLAYING DISCS

CD EDIT CHECK

I DISC DIRECT PLAY

CLOSE

LOADING DISCS

Press CD, then press A OPEN/CLOSE to open the

disc compartment. Load disc(s) with the label side

up.

To dav oneor two discs, place the discs on tray 1 and 2.
To dav three discs, press DISC CHANGE to rotate the trays
after placing two discs. Place the third disc on tray 3.
Close the disc compartment by pressing A OPEN/CLOSE.

Load discs.

To play all

Play begins with the disc on tray 1.

To play one

The selected disc is played once.

To stoD Dlav, mess 9.
To pause piay, press II. To resume play, press again.
To search for a particular point during playback, keep +
or - pressed and release it at the desired point,
To skip to the beginning of a track during playback, press

- or - repeatedly or turn MULTI JOG.
To remove discs, press A OPEN/CLOSE.

To start play when the power is off (Direct Play Function)
Press CD. The power is turned on and play of the loaded disc(s)
begins.
When A OPEN/CLOSE is pressed, the power is also turned on
and the disc compartment is opened.

To check the remaining time
During play, press CD EDIT/CHECK while pressing SHIFT on
the remote control. The amount of time remaining until all tracks
finish playing is displayed. To restore the playing time display,
repeat the above.

discs in the disc compartment, press

Number of track
being played

Elapsed playing

time

disc only, press DISC DIRECT PLAY

b.

1-3.

Tray 1

Total number of
tracks

DISC C“HANGE

Total playing time

Tray number of the

Selecting a track with the remote control

1 Press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc.

2 Press numbered buttons O-9 and +1Oto select a track.

Example:
To select the 25th track, press +1O, +1Oand 5.
To select the 10th track, press +1Oand 0.
The selected track starts to play and continues to the end of
that disc.

Replacing discs during play

While one disc is playing, the other discs can be replaced without
interrupting play.

1 Press DISC CHANGE.

2 Remove the discs and replace with other discs.
3 Press A OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc compartment.

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● When loading an 8-cm (3-inch) disc, put it onto the inner circle

of the tray.

● Do not place more than one compact disc on one disc tray.

● Do not tilt the unit with discs loaded. Doing so may cause

malfunctions,

● Do not use irregular shape CDs (example: heart-shaped,

octagonal ones). It may result in malfunctions.

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Use the remote control.

RANDOM play
All the tracks on the selected disc or all the discs can be played
randomly.

REPEAT play
A single disc or all the discs can be played repeatedly.

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Press numbered buttons 0-9 and +10 to program

a track.

Example:
To select the 25th track, press +.10, +10 and 5.
To select the 10th track, press +1Oand O.

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Press lRANDOM/REPEAT while pressing SHIFT .
Each time it is pressed, the function can be selected cyclically,

RANIDOM play — RANDOM lights up on the display.
REPEAT play — % lights up on the display,

RANIDOM/REPEAT play — RANDOM and ~ light up on the
display.
Cancel — RANDOM and C& disappear from the display.

To play all discs, press > to start play.
To play a single disc, press one of DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to
start play.

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During random play it is not possible to skip to the previously
olayed track with +.

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lJp to 30 tracks can be programmed from any of the inserted
discs.

Program number

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Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program other tracks.

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Press

To check the program

Each time <~ or - is pressed in stop mode, a disc number,
track number, and program number will be displayed.

To clear the program
Press

To add tracks to the program

Repeat steps 2 and 3 in stop moc~e,The track will be programmed

after the last track.

To change the programmed tracks
Clear the program and repeat all the steps again

To play the programmed tracks repeatedly
After programming the tracks, press RANDOMIREPEAT
repeatedly while pressing SHIFT until G appears on the display.

● During programmed play, yOLIcannot perform random play,

check the remaining time, ancl select a disc or track, “CAN’T
USE” is displayed if you attempt to select a track.

● “FULL” is displayed if you attempt to program more than 30

tracks.

➤ to start play,

■ CLEAR in sto~ mode.

Total playing time of
the selected tracks

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Iuse the

remotecontrol

7 Press PRGM while pressing SHIFT in stop mode.

“PRGM” is displayed

2 Press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc.

Go to the next step when the tray stops rotating.

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This section explains how to record from the tuner, CD player, or
external equipment.

1

Preparation

● Use Type I (normal) tapes only.

● Set the tape to the point where recording will start.

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

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INSERTING BLANK SPACES

Insertion of 4-second blank spaces enables you to activate the
Music Sensor function. (Applicable when the source is TUNER

or VIDEO/AUX.)

1 Press @ REC/REC MUTE during recording or while in

recording pause mode.
~ on the display flashes for 4 seconds and 4-second blank

space is made. Then, the deck enters the recording pause

mode.

2 Press Ii to resume recording.

To insert a blank space of less than 4 seconds, press @

REC/REC MUTE again while ~ is flashing.

insertblankSOacesof more than 4seconds, after the deck

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enters recording pause mode, press e REC/REC MUTE again.
Each time the button is pressed, a 4-second blank space is
added.

About cassette tapes

● To prevent accidental erasure, break off the plastic tabs

on the cassette tape after recording with a screwdriver or
other pointed tool.

Insert the tape to be recorded on into deck 2.

1

Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing out
from the unit.

APUSH
EJECT

Press function (CD, TUNER or ViDEO/AUX) and

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prepare the source to be recorded.

To record from a CD, press CD and load the disc(s).
To record from a radio broadcast, press TUNER and tune

in to a station.

To record from a connected source, press VIDEO/AUX.

Press ● REC/REC MUTE to start recording.

3

When recording from a connected source, start play~ack of
the source.

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Side A

Tab for side A

To record on the tape again, cover the tab openings with
adhesive tape, etc.

● 120-minute or longer tapes are extremely thin and easily

deformed or damaged. They are not recommended.

● Take up any slack in the tape with a pencil or similar tool

before use. Slack tape may break or jam in the mechanism.

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“CAN’T REC is displayed if you attempt to record on a tape with
the plastic tabs broken off.

When the selected function is CD, playback and recording
start simultaneously.

To stop recording, press

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To pause recording, press 11. (Applicable when the source is
TUNER or VIDEO/AUX) To resume recording, press it again.

Sound adjustment during recording

The output volume and tone of the speakers or headphones are
freely varied without affecting the recording.

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To erase a recording
1 Insert the tape to be erased into deck 2 and press TAPE DECK

1/2 to display ‘rTP 2.

2 Set the tape to the point where the erasure is to be started.
3 Press

● REC/REC MUTE to start the erasure.

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● Set the tape to the point where recording will start.

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

Press TAPE.

1

2

Insert the original tape into deck 1 and the tape

to be recorded on into deck 2.

Insert the tapes with the sides to be played back or recorded
on facing out from the unit.

Press TAPE DECK 1/2 to select deck 1.

3

“TP 1“ is displayed.
Press @ REC/REC MUTE to start recording.

4

Playing and recording start simultaneously.

To stop dubbing

Press M.

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This function allows you to make exact copies of the original
tape.

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e Dubbing does not start from a point halfway in the tape.
eNote that recording is done on only one side of the tape

1

Press TAPE.
Insert the original tape inlto deck 1 and the tape

2

to be recorded on into deck 2.

Insert each tape with the side tc)be played back or recorded

on facing out from the unit.

Press SYNC DUB to StiBrt recording.

3

The tapes are rewound to tlhe beginning of the front sides,
and recording starts.

To stop dubbing

Press fl.

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4
5

‘3,7

6

Press ● REC/REC MUTE to start recording on
the first side.

The tape is rewound to the beginning of the first side, the
lead segment is played through for 10 seconds, and recording
starts. When the last track programmed for side A is finished,
deck 2 enters the recording stop mode. After entering the

recording stop mode, go to step 7.

7

Press CD EDIT/CHECK while pressing SHIFT on
the remote control to display the program for the
second recording.

“B” is displayed.

Turn over the tape in deck 2 and press ● REC/

8

REC MUTE to start recording on the second side.

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The Al edit recording function enables CD recording without
worrying about tape length and track length. When a CD is
inserted, the unit automatically calculates the total track length.

If necessary, the order of tracks is rearranged so that no track is
cut short.
(Al: Artificial Intelligence)

Al edit recording will not start from a point halfway into the tape.
The tape must be recorded from the beginning of either side.

Insert the tape into deck 2,

1

Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing out
from the unit,

Press CD and load the disc(s).

2

Press CD EDIT/CHECK once while pressing

3

SHIFT on the remote control.

To stop

Press

To clear the edit program

Press

recording

■ . Recording and CD play stop simultaneously.

■ CLEAR twice so that “EDIT” disappears on the display.

To check the order of the programmed track numbers

Before recording, press CD EDIT/CHECK while pressing SHIFT

on the remote control to select side A or B, and press < or

> repeatedly.

Programmed
track numbers Track number

Tape side

add tracks from other discs to the edit program

To

If there is any time remaining on the tape after step 5, you can
add tracks from other discs in the CD compartment

Press CD EDIT/CHECK while pressing SHIFT on the remote

1

control to select side A or B.

2

Press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc.

Press numbered buttons onthe remote control to select tracks.

3

A track whose playing time is longer than the remaining time
cannot be programmed.

4

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to add more tracks.

Program number

● When “PRGM” is displayed, press CD EDIT/CHECK while

pressing SHIFT again.

Press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc.

4

Press numbered buttons O-9 on the remote

5

control to designate the tape length.

10 to 99 minutes can be specified.
Example: .When using a 60-minute tape,

In a few seconds, the tracks to be recorded on each side of

the tape are determined.

● 4, ~ or MULTI JOG are also available to designate

the tape length,

Programmed

tracks for side A of recording

Tape length

Tape sir!e
A: First recording side
B: Second recording side

press6 and O.

Remaining time

Minu~ mark

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Time on cassette tapes and editing time

The actual cassette recording time is usually a little longer than
the specified recording time printed on the label. This unit can
program tracks to use the extra time. When the total recording

time is a little longer than the tape’s specified recording time

after editing, the display shows the extra time (without a minus
mark), instead of the time remaining on the tape (with the minus
mark).

The Al edit recording function cannot be used with discs
containing 31 tracks or more. “TR OVER is displayed if this is
attempted.

In the programmed edit recording function the tracks can be
programmed while checking the remaining time on each side of

the tape,

The programmed edit recording will not start from a point halfway

in the tape. The tape must be recorded on from the beginning of
either side.

Repeat step 5 for the Irest of the tracks for side ~‘,

6

A.

A track whose playing time is longer than the remaining time
cannot be programmed.

7

Press CD EDIT/CHECK while pressing SHIFT on ‘$”~~
the remote control to select side B and program .
the tracks for side B.

After confirming “B” on ‘thedisplay, repeat step 5.

Tape side B (reverse (side)

Press CD EDIT/CHECK while pressing SHIFT on

8

the remote control to select side A and press 0

REC/REC MUTE to start recording.

The tape is rewound to the beginning of the front side, the
lead segment is played through for 10 seconds, and recording
starts. When the last track programmed for side A isfinished,
deck 2 enters the recording stop mode. After entering the
recording stop mode, go to step 9.

Press CD EDIT/CHECl< while pressing SHIFT on

9

the remote control for recording of the second
side.

“B” is displayed.

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Insert the tape into deck 2,

Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing out

from the unit.

2

Pr{?SsCD and load the disc(s).

Press CD EDIT/CHECK twice while pressing

3

SHIFT on the remote control.

“EDIT” and “PRGM” are displayed.

● When ‘[AI” is displayed, press CD EDIT/CHECK while

pressing SHIFT again,

Press numbered buttons on the remote control

4

to designate the tape length.

10 ‘to 99 minutes can be specified,

● The +, - or MULTI JOG are also available to designate

the tape length.

Tape side A (front side)

Tape length

Press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc.

5

Maximum recording
time for side A

Then, press numbered buttons O-9 and + 10 on
the remote control to program a track.

Example: To select the 10th track of disc 2, press DISC
DIRECT PLAY 2, then press +10 and O.

Selected track number

Programmed tracks

10 Turn over the tape in deck 2 and press @ REC/

REC MUTE to start recording,

Recording starts,

To stop recording

■ , Recording and CD play stop simultaneously.

Press

To check the order of the programmed track numbers

Before recording, press CD EDIT/ICHECK while pressing SHIFT
on thq remote control to select side A or B, and press 4 or

* repeatedly.

Programmed
track numbers Track number

Tape side

To change the program of each side

Press CD EDIT/CHECK while pressing SHIFT on the remote
control to select side A or B, and press
program on the selected side. Then program tracks again.

To clear the edit program

Press W CLEAR twice so that “EDIT” disappears on the display

Program number

Disc number

■ CLEAR to clear the

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● Up to 30 tracks can be programmed from any of the inserted

discs.

● “FUL~ is displayed if you attelmpt to program more than 30

tracks.

Program number

Remaining time on side A

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9

The clock is displayed. (The “:” between the hours and minutes
flashes.) When the power cord is plugged into an AC outlet
for the first time after purchase or when the clock setting is
canceled due to a power failure, the entire clock display

flashes.

1 Press 11 or ENTER.

When using the remote control, press CLOCK while pressing

SHIFT.

2 Within 4 seconds, turn MULTI JOG to designate

the hour and the minute.

Turning MULTI JOG changes both the hour and the minute.

- or -is also available instead of MULTI JOG. Holding

these buttons down will vary the time rapidly.

*,

3 Press II or ENTER.

The clock starts from 00 seconds.

To restore an original clock setting

Press CLOCK while pressing SHIFT on the remote control before
completing step 3 to restore the previous time setting. This
cancels any new setting.

The unit can be turned off automatically at a specified time.

Use the remote control.

Press SLEEP while pressing SHIFT.

1

2 Within 4 seconds, turn MULTI JOG to specify the

time until the power is turned off.

The time changes between 5 and 240 minutes in 5-minute
steps.

- and FE are also available instead of MULTI JOG.

Specified time

While the timer is in operation, the display indication is dimmer
than usual.

To check the time remaining until the power is turned off

Press SLEEP once while pressing SHIFT. The remaining time is

displayed for 4 seconds.

To view the clock

Press CLOCK while pressing SHIFT on the remote control. The
time is displayed for 4 seconds and then the original display

reappears. However, the clock cannot be displayed durin9
recording.

To switch to the 24-hour standard

Press CLOCK while pressing SHIFT on the remote control and

then press

Repeat the same procedure to restore the 12-hour standard.

If the clock display flashes

If the display flashes when the clock is displayed, it indicates
that the clock has stopped due to apower failure or the removal
of the power cord. The current time needs to be reset.

■ within 4 seconds.

when another display is in the display

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To cancel the sleep timer

Press SLEEP twice while pressing SHIFT so that “SLEEP oFF”

appears on the display.

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Adjust the volume.

5

The source sound will play at the volume level set in this step
when the power is turned on by the timer.

If the volume level is set to 17 or higher, however, it will

automatically be set to 16 when the power is turned on. , ;;l

Prepare the source.

6

To listento a CD, load the disc to be played first on tray 1.

To listen to a tape, insert the tape into deck 1 or 2.
To listen to the radio, tune in to a station.

Press POWER to turn off the power.

7

When the timer-on time is reac:hed~the unit turns on and

begins play with the selected source.

You can change the source thlat was selected in step 1 by

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pressing one of the function buttons before pressing ENTER or

II in step 3.

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““~heunit can be turned on at a specified time every day with the
built-in timer.

Preparation
Make sure the clock is set correctly.

Press one of the function buttons to select a
source.

● If TUNER BAND ispressed, the band cannot be selected in

this step.

Press TIMER repeatedly until 0 appears on the
display.

When using the remote control, press TIMER while pressing
SHIFT.

Time and audio source name flash alternately.

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Within 6 seconds, turn MULTI JOG to designate
the timer-on time, then press ENTER or Il.

Turning MULTI JOG changes both the hour and the minute.

+ or - is also available instead of MULTI JOG. Holding

these buttons down will vary the time rapidly.

To check the timer setting

Press TIMER.
The selected source, the timer-cm time, and the duration for the
timer-activated period will be displayed for 4 seconds.

To change any of the previous setting

Carry out from step 1.

However, if you do not change the timer-on time, in step 3 just

press ENTER twice and continue from step 4.

To cancel the timer standby mode temporarily

Press TIMER repeatedly so that @ disappears.

To restore the timer standby mode, press again to display ~.

Using the unit while the timsr i:sset

You can use the unit normally after setting the timer.

Before turning off the power, carry out step 5 and 6.

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. Timer playback and timer recording will not begin unless the

power is turned off.

● Connected equipment cannot Ibeturned on and off by the built

in timer of this unit. Use an external timer.

Timer recording is applicable for TUNER and VIDEO/AUX (with

an external timer) sources only.

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Within 4 seconds, turn MULTI JOG to select the
duration for the timer-activated period.

The duration can be set between 5 and 240 minutes in 5

minute steps.

- or E iSalSOavailable instead of MULTI JOG.

The duration will be automatically set after 4 seconds. It will
also be set if ENTER or 11 is pressed within 4 seconds after
step 4.

Press either TUNER BAND or VllJEO/AUX to select a source,

then press TIMER repeatedly until ~ REC appears on the

display. Within 6 seconds, carry out the steps of “SETTING

THE TIMER” from step 3 and insert the tape to be recorded on

into deck 2 after step 6.

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You cannot use the timer functicm to record from a CD or tape.

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CD DIGITAL OUT

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(OPTICAL)

POWER

Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment

for details.

● The connecting cords are not supplied. Obtain the necessary

connecting cords.

● Consult your local Aiwa dealer for optional equipment.

This unit can input analog sound signals through these jacks.

Use a cable with RCA phono plugs to connect audio equipment
(turntables, LD players, MD players, VCRs, TV, etc.).
Connect the red plug to the VIDEO/AUX R jack, and the white
plug to the VIDEO/AUX L jack.

When connecting a turntable

Use an Aiwa turntable equipped with a built-in equalizer amplifier.

This unit can output CD digital sound signals through this jack.
Use an optical cable to connect digital audio equipment (DAT
deck, MD recorder, etc.).
Remove the dust cap @ from the CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)

jack. Then, connect an optical cable plug to the CD DIGITAL

OUT (OPTICAL) jack,

To play equipment connected to the VIDEO/AUX jacks proceed
as follows.

1

Press VIDEO/AUX.

“VIDEO” appears on the display.

2 Play the connected equipment.

To change a source name in the display

When VIDEO/AUX is pressed, “VIDEO” is displayed initially. It
can be changed to “VIDEO, “AUX or “TV.

With the power on, press POWER while pressing VIDEO/AUX.

Repeat the procedure to select one of the names.

When the CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack is not being

used

Attach the supplied dust cap.

Connect optional surround speakers with the 8 ohms to 16ohms
impedance to the jacks,

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C)ccasional care and maintenance of the unit and the software
are neecled to optimize the performance of your unit.

To clean the cabinet
Use a soft and dry cloth.

If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly
moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not use strong
solvents, such as alcohol, benzine or thinner as these could
damage the finish of the unit.

To clean the tape heads
VVhenthe tape heads are dirty;

- high frequency sound is not emitted

- the sound is not adequately high

- the sound is off-balance

- the tape cannot be erased

- the tape cannot be recorded on
After every 10 hours of use, clean the tape heads with a head
cleaning cassette.

Fiefer to the instructions of the cleaning cassette for details,

To demagnetize the tape heads

l-he tape heads may become magnetized after long-term use.
This may narrow the output range of recorded tapes and increase
noise.
After every 20 to 30 hours of use, demagnetize the tape heads
with a separately sold demagnetizing cassette.

Fieferto the instructions of the demagnetizing cassette for details.

Care of discs
* When a disc becomes dirty, wipe the disc from the center out

with a cleaning cloth,

* After playing a disc, store the disc in its case. Do not leave the

disc in places that are hot or humid.

Care of tapes
* Store tapes in their cases after use.

* Do not leave tapes near magnets, motors, television sets, or

any source of magnetism .This will downgrade the sound quality
and cause noise.

* Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, or leave them in a car

parked in direct sunlight.

There is no sound.

● Is the AC cord connected propf?rly?

● Is there a bad connection? (+ Ipage4)

● There may be a short circuit in the speaker terminals.

+ Disconnect the AC cord, then correct the speaker ,

connections,

● Was an incorrect function button pressed?

Sound is emitted from one speaker only.

● Is the other speaker disconnected?

An erroneous display or a malfunction occurs.

+ Reset the unit as stated below.

TUNER SECTION
There is constant, wave-like static.

● Is the antenna connected properly? (+ page 5)

* Is the signal weak?

+ Connect an outdoor antenna.

The reception contains noise interferences or the sound

is distorted.

● Isthe system picking up external noise or multipath distortion?

-+ Change the orientation of the antenna.
+ Move the unit away from ot~lerelectrical appliances.

CASSETTE DECK SECTION
The tape does not run,

● Is deck 2 in pause mode? (+ paga 8)

The sound is off-balance or not adequately high.

● Is the playback head dirty? (+ page 19)

Recording is not possible.

● Is the erasure prevention tab on the tape broken off? (+ page

12)

● Is the recording head dirty? (+ page 19)

Erasure is not possible.

● Is the erasure head dirty? (+ pagf?19)

● Is a metal tape being used?

High frequency sound is not emitted.

● Is the recording/playback head dirty? (+ page 19)

CD PLAYER SECTION
The CD player does not play.

● Is the disc correctly placed? (+ page 10)

● Is the disc dirty? (+ page 19)

● Is the lens affected by condensation?

+ Wait approximately one hour and try again.

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To reset

If an unusual condition occurs in the display window or the
cassette decks, reset the unit as follows.

Press POWER to turn off the power.

1
2 Press POWER to turn the power back on while pressing

CLEAR. Everything stored in memory after purchase is
canceled.

If the power cannot be turnec~ off in step 1 because of a
malfunction, reset by disconnecting the AC cord, and connect it
again. Then carry out step 2.

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Main unit CX-NA222

FM tuner section

Tuning range

Usable sensivity (IHF)

Antenna terminals

AM tuner section
Tuning range

Usable sensitivity
Antenna

Amplifier section

Power output

Total harmonic distortion

Inputs
outputs

87.5 MHz tO 108 MHz

13.2 dBf
75

ohms (unbalanced)

kHz to 1710 kHz (1OkHz step)

530

531

kHz to 1602 kHz (9 kHz step)
350 pV/m
Loop antenna

30W + 30 W (50
less than 1

40

W + 40 W (1 kHz, THD less than

HZ – 20 kHz,THD

Y., 6 ohms)

10 %, 6 ohms)

9!. (15W, 1kHz, 6 ohms, DIN

0.05

AUDIO)

VIDEO/AUX: 500 mV
SPEAKERS: accept speakers of6
ohms or more
SURROUND SPEAKERS:
accept speakers of 8 ohms to 16
ohms
PHONES (stereo jack): accepts
headphones of 32

ohms or more

Speaker svstem SX-NA332 (For NSX-A222)

Cabinet type 2 way, bass reflex (magnetic

shielded type)

Speakers

Impedance

Output sound pressure level 87

Dimensions (W x H x D) 234 x 324 x 270 mm

Weight 2.8 kg (6 lbs 3

SDeaker system SX-NA335 (For NSX-A223)

Cabinettype

Speakers Woofer:

Impedance
Output sound pressure level 87

Dimensions (W x H x D) 235 x 324x 250 mm

Weight 2.8 kg (6 Ibs 3 OZ.)

Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without
notice.

Woofer:

120 mm (4

3/4 in.) cone type

Tweeter:

(13/16 in.) ceramic type

20 mm

6 ohms

dBiW/m

‘/4x 12 7/6x 10 3/4 in.)

(9

OZ.)

2 way, bass reflex (magnetic
shielded type)

120 mm

(4 3/4in.) cone type

Tweeter:

(13/32 h) Ceramk type

10 mm

6 ohms

dBIWfm

3/8X 12 7/8X 9 7/8 M.)

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Cassette deck section
Track format
Frequency response
Recording system
Heads

4 tracks, 2 channels stereo

Hz -10000 HZ

50

AC bias

Deck 1:Playback head x 1
Deck 2:Recording/playback head

x 1, erase head x 1

Compact disc player section

Laser
D-A converter 1 bit

Signal-to-noise ratio 85

Harmonic distortion

Wow and flutter

General

Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 HZ
Power consumption
Dimensions of main unit

(Wx Hxf2)

Weight of main unit

Semiconductorlaser(k= 780 nm)

dual

dB (1 kHz, OdB)

0.05 % (1 kHz, OdB)
Unmeasurable

90 w

260 x 330x 350

(10’/4 x 13X ls7/8 In.)

kg(13 Ibs)

5.9

mm

COPYRIGHT

Please check the laws on copyright relating to recordings from
discs, radio or external tape for the country in which the machine
is being used.

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 circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.

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

CAUTION
Modifications or adjustments to this

product, which are not
expressly approved by the manufacturer, may void the user’s
right or authority to operate this product.

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