Sony NSXA34 Operating manual

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PRECAUTIONS

“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.”

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.

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

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Water and moisture — Do not use this unit near water, such

as near a bathtub, washbowl, 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 35°C (95”F).

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

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,

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and uneven surfaces may cause

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the unit orcartto 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.

Electric Power

Power sources —

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

Polarization — As a safety feature, some units are equipped

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 inserf 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.

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 severely 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.

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4 Extension cord — TO helppreventelectric $hock, 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.

{j when not in use — Unplug the AC power cord from the AC

power plug 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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................1

PREPARATIONS

CONNECTIONS ........................................................."........ 3

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

BEFORE Operation ........................................................7

@.rtdoor Antenna

“1 Power lines — When connecting an outdoor antenna, make

sure it is located away from power lines,

2 Outdcjor 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, ANS1/NFPA 70, provides information on prc)per 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 Wounding According to the National Electrical Code

~ ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNI1 (NEC SECTION 810-201

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-2i )

GROUND CLAMPS

~ POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

Maintenm Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating

Instructicms,

(NEC ART 250 PART H)

- Rewir’ina 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 urwf 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,

SOUND

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

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

DSP SURROUND SYSTEM ............................................... 8

RADIO RECEPTION

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

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

TAPE PLAYBACK

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

CD PLAYING

BASIC OPERATIONS .......................................................ll

PROGRAMMED PLAY

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RECORDING

BASIC Recording ........................................................ 13

DUBBING A TAPE MANUALLY ...................................... 14

DUBBING THE WHOLE TAPE ........................................ 14

Al EDIT RECORDING ...................................................... 15

PROGRAMMED EDIT RECORDING ............................... 16

KARAOKE

MICROPHONE MIXING ................................................... 17

KARAOKE PROGRAM .................................................... 18

CLOCK AND TIMER

SETTING THE CLOCK .................................................... 19

SETTING THE TIMER ...................................................... 19

SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER ......................................... 20

OTHER CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ....................... 21

LISTENING TO EXTERNAL SOURCES ......................... 21

GENERAL

CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................... 22

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .......>.................................

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 23

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PARTS INDEX ................................................... Back cover

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CONNECTIONS

Check your system and accessories”

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.

@ CX-NA31 Compact disc stereo cassette receiver @ SX-FNA51 Front surround s~eakers

@ CX-NA31 Compact disc stereo cassette reciver @ SX-NA34 Front speakers

@ SX-R21 OSurround speakers (For NSX-A34 only)

Remote control

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AM antenna

FM antenna

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.

IMPORTANT

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

position the antennas

FM feeder antenna:

Extend this antenna horizontally in a T-shape and fix its ends to

the wall.

AM loop antenna:

Position for the best reception.

To stand the AM antenna on a surface

Fix the claw to the slot,

? Be sure to connect the speaker cords correctly. Improper

connections can cause short circuits in the SPEA,KERS terminals.

● Do not leave objects generating magnetism near the speakers

as these object 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.

connect with NSX-A31 + page 4.

To connect with NSX-A34 + page 5.

Model No. CX-NA31 SX-FNA51 (NSX-A31 only) SX-NA34 (NSX-A34 only) SX-R21 O (NSX-A34 only)

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Serial No. (Lot No.)

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!Speakers

The speaker marked R is the right speaker, and the marked L is the left speaker,

7 Connect the right speaker to the main unit.

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Connect the surround speaker cord to the SURROUND SPEAKERS R terminal.

@ Connect the speaker cord to the SPEAKERS R terminals,

Connect the left speaker to the main unit.

Connect the surround speaker cord to the SURROUND SPEAKERS L terminal, and speaker cord to the SPEAKERS L terminals in the same manner as step 1.

Connect the supplied antennas.

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

AM LOOP antenna

The speaker cord with the white stripe should be connected to the ~ terminal and the black cord to the O terminal.

Connect the AC cord to an AC outlet.

FM antenna

AM LOOP antenna

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Surround speaker cord

cord

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Connect the right and left speakers to the main unit.

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

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

2 Connect the surround speakers to the main un’it.

Connect the right surround speaker cord to the SURROUND SPEAKERS R terminal, and left to the SURROUND SPEAKERS L terminal.

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3 Connect the supplied antennas.

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

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Surround speaker cord

POSITIONING THE SPEAKERS (NSX-A34 only)

Position the speakers to make the most of the SURROUND effect.

Standard positioning

0 Fronl speaker (Right) @ Fronl speaker (Left) @l Surrcwnd speakers

Place the surround speakers behind the listening area.

To mount the surround speakers on the wall

Mount each speaker on a s~ot that can hold its weiaht.

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REMOTE CONTROL

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,

To use the SHIFT button on the remote control

Buttons @ have two different functions, One of these functions is indicated 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 the SHIFT button.

To use the FUNCTION button on the remote control

The FUNCTION button substitutes for the function buttons (TAPE/ DECK 1/2, TUNER, VIDEO/AUX,CD) on the main unit. Each time the FUNCTION button is pressed, the next function is selected cyclically. When tapes are inserted in both decks, both decks are selected with the FUNCTION button.

Sound is not heard from the surround speakers when the SURROUND is set to off,

COINNECTING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA

For better FM reception, use of an outdoor antenna is recommended. Connec: the outdoor antenna to the FM 75 Q terminals.

~nnect other optiorwd equipment + page 21.

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The + ➤/> PRESET button on the remote control

The function is same as that of the > PRESET button on the

main unit.

● If the unit 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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BEFORE OPERATION

AUDIO ADJUSTMENTS

..To turn the unit 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).

The POWER button is also available. When the unit is turned on, the disc compartment may open and close to reset the unit.

DEMO (Demonstration) mode

,When the AC cord is connected, the display window

demonstrates the functions of the unit. When the power is turned on, the DEMO display is overridden by the operation display. When the power is turned off, the DEMO mode is restored.

Press the DEMO button. The clock display appears. (To set the current time, see SETTING THE CLOCK on page 19.) Tore-activate the DEMO mode, press the DEMO button again. ,

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 the pressing the CD button. To turn back on, repeat the above.

turn the unit off

Press the POWER button.

■ button while

VOLUME

Turn the VOLUME control on the main unit, or press the VOLUME buttons on the remote control.

The volume level is displayed as a number from O to 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.

SUPER T-BASS SYSTEM

The T-BASS system enhances the realism of low-frequency

sound. Press

the T-BASS button.

Each time it is pressed, the level changes. Select one of the

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

T-BASS

select with the remote control

press the T-BASS button while pressing the SHIFT button.

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

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Using the headphcmes

Connect headphones to the PHONES jack with a stereo standard plug (06.3 mm, ‘/4 inch). No sound 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 may be freely varied without affecting the level of the recording.

GR,APHIC EQUALIZER

DSP SURROUND SYSTEM

GEQ

SHIFT

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 the GEQ button repeatedly until the desired GEQ

modle is displayed.

;?OCKI POP I CLASSIC

To cancel the selected mode

Press the GE(2 button so that “GEQ OFF appears on the display.

To select with the remote control

Press the GEQ button repeatedly while pressing the SHIFT button.”fhe GEQ mode is displayed cyclically as follows.

. ROCK— POP— CLASSIC+ GEQ OFF

(cancel)

The DSP (Digital Signal Processor) surround system can recreate the effect of sounds reflected from walls or ceilings. This system , enhances 3 @ of sound presence,

DISCO: Sound presence of a disco LIVE: Sound presence of a live music performance HALL: Sound presence of a concert hall

Press the DSP button repeatedly until the desired surround mode is displayed.

your preference.

When the music source is monaural

Select LIVE to obtain a simulated stereo effect. When DISCO or

HALL is selected, no sound will be heard from the surround

speakers,

To cancel the selected mode

Press the DSP button repeatedly so that “SUR OFF appears on the display, While DSP surround mode is off, no sound is heard from the surround speakers.

When the MIC or ECHO level is changed, the DSP surround mode is automatically canceled.

AIWAS FRONT SURROUND SPEAKERS SYSTEM (NSX-A31

Inside the speaker cabinet, the rear speaker section is directed outward at an angle of 35” and upward at an angle of 9“. Since the sound moves in three directions, a slightly delay occurs between the sound reflecting off the wall of the room and the direct sound. This effectively produces surround sound effects from behind the listener. Using the DSP SURROUND system, this system effectively produces a broad sound presence without having to connect’optional surround speakers.

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MANUAL TUNING

BAND

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1 Press the TUNER/BAND button repeatedly to

select the desired band.

FM — AM

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

To select a band with the remote control

Press the BAND button while pressing the SHIFT button.

2 Press the+ DOWN or FD UP button to setect

a station.

Each time the button is pressed, the frequency changes. When a station is received, “TUNE” is displayed for 2 seconds. During FM stereo reception; [il~ll) is displayed.

PRESETTING STATIONS

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The unit can store a total of 32 preset stations. (Each band has a maximum of 20 available preset stations. ) When a station is stored, a preset number is assigned to the station. Use the preset number to tune in to a preset station directly.,

7 Press the TUNEFVBAND button to select a band,

and press the ++ DOWN or F- UP button to select a station.

2 Press the II SET button to store the station.

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

Frequency

To search for a station quickly (Auto Search)

Keep the + DOWN or > UP button pressed until the tuner starts searching for a station. After tuning in to a station, the search stops.

To stop the Auto Search manually, press the * DOWN or FF

UP button.

● The Auto Search may not stop at stations with very weak

signals,

When an FM stereo broadcast contains noise Press the MONO TUNER button while pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control so that “MONO” appears on the display. Noise is reduced, although reception is monaural. To restore stereo reception, press these buttons 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 the POWER button while pressing the TUNEWBAND button. To reset the interval, repeat this procedure.

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

Preset number

3 Repeat

The next statiorrwill not be stored if a total of 32 preset stations for all the bands or a total of 20 preset stations for one band

have already been stored.

steps 1 and 2.

PRESET NUMBER TUNING

Use the remote control to select the preset number directly.

7 Press the BAND button while pressing the SHIFT

button to select a band.

2 Press the numbered buttons to select a preset

number.

Example: To select preset number 20, press the +10, +10 and Obuttons. To select preset number 15, press the +1 O and 5 buttons.

Selecting a preset’number on the main unit

Press the TUNER/BAND button to select a band. Then, press

the ~ PRESET button repeatedly.

Each time the button is pressed, the next ascending number is

selected.

To clear a preset station

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

the

■ CLEAR button, and press the II SET button 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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BA:S[C OPERATIONS

+4 DOWN BLIP

About cassette tat3es

● “ro prevent accidental erasure, break off the plastic tabs

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

A EJECT

Deck 2

Use ‘rype I (normal) tapes only.

7 Press the TAPE button and press the A EJECT

mark to open the cassette holder.

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

Press the > button to start play.

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

Side A

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

M120-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.

Tab for side A

The selected deck number

tape counter

To select a playing deck

When tapes are loaded in both decks, press the TAPE button

first lo select a deck.

The .seliscted deck number is displayed.

To stop play, press the ❑ button. To pause play (deck 2 only), press the II button. To resume

play, press again.

To fast forward or rewind, press the - or > button. Then

press the

❑ button to stop the tape.

TCIstart play when the power is off (Direct Play Function)

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

insertecl tape begins.

To set the tape counter to 0000

Press the ❑ CLEAR button in stop mode. The counter is also set to 0000 when the cassette holder is opened.

When tapes are loaded in both decks

After playback on deck 1 finishes, the tape in the deck 2 will start to play without interruption. (Continuous play)

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BASIC OPERATIONS

To play one disc only, press one of the DISC DIRECT

PLAY buttons.

The selected disc is played once.

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DISC CHANGE

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LOADING DISCS

Press the CD button, then press the 4 OPEN/ CLOSE button to open the disc compartment. Load disc(s) with the label side up,

To play one or two discs, place the discs on tray 1 and 2. To play three discs, press the DISC CHANGE button to rotate

the trays after placing two discs. Place the third disc on tray 3. Close the disc compartment by pressing the = OPEN/CLOSE button.

To stop play, press the ■ button. To pause play, press the II button. To resume play, press again. To search for a particular point during playback, keep the

+ or - button pressed and release the button at the desired

point.

To skip to the beginning of a track during playback, press

the + or - button repeatedly.

To remove discs, press the A OPEN/CLOSE button.

To start play when the power is off (Direct Play Function)

Press the CD button. The power is turned on and play of the loaded disc(s) begins. When the 4 OPEN/CLOSE button is pressed the power is also turned on.

To check the remaining time

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

Selecting a track with the remote control

Press one of the DISC DIRECT PLAY buttons to select a disc.

2 Press the numbered buttons and the +10 button to select a

track.

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

Tray 1

CHANGE

Tray number of the disc to be played Total playing time

Total number of tracks

PLAYING DISCS

Load discs.

To play all discs in the disc compartment, press the > button.

Play begins with the disc on tray 1.

Elapsed playing time

Replacing discs during play

While one disc is playing, the other discs can be replaced without interrupting play. 1 Press the DISC CHANGE button. 2 Remove the discs and replace with other discs. 3 Press the A OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc

compartment,

● 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.

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Number of track

IRANDOM /REPEAT PLAY

lJse the remote control.

IRANDOIM pklY

the tracks on the selected disc or on all the discs can be

All

Iplayed randomly.

REPEAT play

single disc or all the discs can be played repeatedly.

Press the RANDOM/REPEAT button while pressing the SHIFr k>utton.

Each time it is pressed, the function can be selected cyclically.

RANDOM play — RANDOM lights up on the display. REPEAT play — c lights up on the display. RANDOM/REPEAT play — RANDOM and C light up on the display. Cancel — RANDOM and G go out from the display.

During random play, the following operations are not possible:

- to select the tracks directly with the numbered buttons,

- to skip to the previously played track with the 4 button.

PROGRAMMED PLAY

Press the numbered buttons and the +1 O button

to program a track.

Example:

select the 25th track, press the +10, +10 and 5 buttons.

To select the 10th track, press the +1 Oand O buttons.

Total playing time of

Program number

Selected track number

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program other tracks.

Press the <›/* button to start play.

To check the program

Each time the U or - button is pressed in stop mode, a

disc number, track number, and program number will be

displayed.

To clear the program

Press the ■ CLEAR button in stop mode.

To add tracks to the program

Repeat steps 2 and 3 in stop mode. The track will be programmed after the last track.

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the selected tracks

Total number of selected tracks

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

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Use the remote control

12Press the PRGM button twice while pressing the

SIHIFT button in stop mode.

The PRGM indicator lights up on the display.

● When the PRGM button is pressed once in step 1, the unit

enters the KARAOKE PROGRAM (page 18).

Press one of the DISC DIRECT PLAY buttons to

s[?lect a discm

The selected disc is indica~ed in red on the display.

Go tc) the next step when the tray stops rotating.

To change the programmed tracks

Clear the program and repeat all the steps again.

During programmed play, you cannot perform random play, check

the remaining time, and select a disc or track.

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BASIC RECORDING

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

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Preparation

● Use Type I (norm,al) tapes only,

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

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

Insert the tape to be recorded on into deck 2.

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

INSERTING BLANK SPACES

4-second blank spaces can be inserted at the desired point during recording. (Applicable when the source is TUNER or VIDEO/ AUX.) 1 Press the

while in recording pause

without recording. After 4 seconds, the deck enters the

recording pause mode.

Press the II button to resume recording.

To insert a blank space of less than 4 seconds,

REC/REC MUTE button again while ~ is flashing.

To insert blank spaces of more than 4 seconds, after the

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

● REC/REC MUTE button during recording or

mode.

on the display flashes for 4 seconds and the tape runs

press the ●

● REC/REC

2 “Press one of the function buttons and prepare

the source to be recorded.

To record from a CD, press the CD button and load the

disc(s).

To record from a radio broadcast, press the TUNER button :

and tune in to a station, To record from the connected AUX button and play.

source, press the VIDEO/

3 Press the ● REC/REC MUTE button to start

recording.

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

To stop recording, press the ■ button. To pause recording, press the II button. (Applicable when the

source is TUNER or VIDEO/AUX) To resume recording, press again.

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To erase a recording

sure the microphone is not connected to this unit.

Make

1 Insert the tape to be erased into deck 2 and press the TAPE/ ‘

DECK 1/2 button to display ‘(TP ~. 2 Set the tape to the point where the erasure is to be started. 3 Press the

● REC/REC MUTE button to start the erasure.

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DUBBING A TAPE MANUALLY

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

* Note that recording will be done on one side of the tape only.

Press the TAPE button. Insert the original tape into deck 1 and the tape

ta be recorded on into deck 2.

Insert the tapes with the sides to be played back or recorded

orl facing out from the unit.

Plress the TAPE/DECK 1/2 button to select

d[>~k 1.

“TP 1“ is displayed.

Press the @ REC/REC MUTE button to start

recording.

Playing and recording start simultaneously.

DUBBING THE WHOLE TAPE

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

● Dubbing does not start from a point halfway in the tape.

● Note that recording will be done on one side of the tape only,

7 Press the TAPE button.

2 Insert the original tape into deck 1 and the tape

to be recorded on into deck 2.

Insert each tape with the side to be ~layed back or recorded

on facing out from the unit.

3 Press the SYNCHRO DUBBING button to start

recording.

❑

To stop dubbing

the ❑ button.

Press

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

To stop dubbing Press the

■ button.

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Al EDIT RECORDING

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Press the ● REC/REC MUTE button 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.

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

“B” is displayed.

Turn over the tape in deck 2 and press the ●

REC/REC MUTE button to start recording on the second side.

stop recording

Press the ■ button. Recording and CD play stop simultaneously.

The Al edit 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.

7 Insert

from the unit.

2 Press the

3 Press the EDIT/CHECK button once while

pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control:

“EDIT” and “Al” light upon the display.

the tape into deck 2.

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

CD button and load the disc(s).

Each time it is pressed, the display changes as follows.

Al EDIT — PRGM EDIT

To clear the edit program

Press the ■ CLEAR button twice so that “EDIT disappears on

the display.

To check the order of the programmed track numbers

Before recording, press the EDIT/CHECK while pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control to select side A or B, and press the - or E button repeatedly.

Track number

Program number

Programmed track numbers

To add tracks from other discs to the edit program

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

1 Press the EDIT/CHECK button while pressing the SHIFT

button on the remote control to select side A or B.

2 Press one of the DISC DIRECT PLAY buttons to select a disc. 3 Press the numbered buttons on the remote control to select

tracks. “PRGM” appears on the display. A track whose playing time is longer than the remaining time cannot be programmed.

4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to add more tracks.

Press one of the DISC DIRECT PLAY buttons to select a disc.

5 Press the numbered buttons on the remote

control to designate the tape length.

10 to 99 minutes can be specified. Example: When using a 60-minute tape, press the 6 and O buttons.

In a few seconds, the microcomputer programes the tracks to be recorded on each side of the tape.

● The < and - buttons are also available to designate

the tape length.

Tape side A Programmed

Tape length

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(front side) tracks for side A

Remaining time of side A

Time on cassette tapes and editing time

actual cassette recording time is usually a little longer than

The

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 function cannot be used with discs containing 31 tracks or more.

PROGRAMMED EDIT RECORDING

Repeat step 5 for the rest of the tracks for side A.

A track whose playing time is longer than the remaining time

cannot be programmed.

Remaining time of side A

Programmed edit function enables CD recording while checking the remaining time on each side of the tape as the tracks are programmed.

The programmed edit recording will not start from a point halfway

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

Insert the tape into deck 2.

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

frclm the unit,

Press the CD button and load the disc(s).

Press the EDIT/CHECK button twice while pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control.

“ED1l-” and “PRGM” light up on the display.

Total number of programmed tracks

Press the EDIT/CHECK button while pressing the

Programmed tracks

SHIFT button on the remote control to select side

B and program the tracks for side B.

After confirming B on the display, repeat step 5,

Tape side B (reverse side)

Press the EDIT/CHECK button while pressing the

SHIFT button to select side A and press the O

REC/REC MUTE button to start recording.

CD play and recording of edited tracks for the first side start simultaneously. 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 9.

Press the EDIT/CHECK while pressing the SHIFT

button on the remote control for recording of the second side.

“B” is displayed.

10 Turn over the tape in deck 2 and press the .

REC/REC MUTE button to start recording.

Recording starts.

Plress the numbered buttons on the remote

control to designate the tape length.

1Clto 99 minutes can be specified.

Tape length

Press the one of the DISC DIRECT PLAY buttons

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Maximum recording

time for side A

Tape side A (front side)

tc~select a disc. Tlhen, press the numbered buttons and the + 10 button on the remote control to program a track.

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

To stop recording Pressthe

■ button, Recordingand CD play stop simultaneously.

To check the order of the programmed track numbers

Before recording, press the EDIT/CHECK button while pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control to select side A or B, and press the 44 or ›~ button repeatedly.

Program number

Track number

Programmed

track numbers

To change the program of each side

Press the EDIT/CHECK button while pressing the SHIFT button

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

CLEAR button to clear the program of the selected side. Then

program tracks again.

To clear the edit program

Press the

display.

■ button twice so

that “EDIT disappears on the

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MICROPHONE MIXING

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Recommended microphones

The use of unidirectional type microphones is recommended to

prevent howling. Contact your local Aiwa dealer for details.

VOCAL FADER/MULTIPLEX FUNCTIONS

This unit can use discs or tapes as Karaoke sources, Use the vocal fader function for ordinary discs or tapes. Use the multiplex function for multi audio discs or tapes.

Press the KARAOKE button repeatedly to select the vocal fader or multiplex function.

Each time the KARAOKE button is pressed, one of these functions is selected cyclically.

‘A’’””-

Two microphones (not supplied) can be connected to this unit, allowing you to sing along to music sources.

Use microphones with mini plugs (03.5 mm, 1/8 inch).

1 Connect your microphones to the MIC 1 and MIC

2 jacks.

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2 Press one of the function buttons to select the

source to be mixed, and play the source.

3 Adjust the volume and tone of the source.

4 Press the MIC button and turn the VOLUME

control within 4 seconds to adjust the

microphone volume.

The microphone volume can be selected from 1 to MAX (7) or OFF (cancel). The volume of both microphones is adjusted simultaneously.

5 Press the

control within 4 seconds to adjust the echo level.

The echo level can be selected from 1 to MAX (7) or OFF (cancel).

To change the delay time of echo

down the ECHO button during the echo is on.

Hold

“L” (Long) and “M” (Middle) are displayed alternately. At the desired position, release the button.

To record microphone sound mixed with source sound

Follow the procedure for recording from the sound source (see

page 13). The SYNCHRO DUBBING button cannot be used for mixing recording.

When not using the microphones Set the microphone volume and echo level to OFF and remove the microphones from

ECHO button and turn the VOLUME

the MIC jacks.

MIC 1

@)Vocal Fader

The singer’s voice becomes softer than the accompaniment.

@ Auto Vocal Fader

The singer’s voice becomes softer only while there is audio

input through microphones.

o Multiplex

The sound on the left channel is heard from both speakers, and the sound on the rightchannel is muted. To hear the sound on the rightchannel, see

Auto Multiplex

The sound orr the left channel is heard from both speakers, and the sound on the right channel is muted only while there is audio input through microphones. To hear the sound on the right channel, see below.

Cancel

To change the audible channel in Multiplex function

When Multiplex is selected, “MPX-L” is displayed for 3 seconds and changes to the selected function name. After the selected function name is displayed, kee~ rxessina the KARAOKE button

until “MPX-R” is displayed. To return to the initial setting, select MPX-L. When the power is turned off, MPX-L is restored.

To change the time lag setting in Auto “Vocal Fader or Auto Multiplex function

The muted original singer’s voice can be turned faster to the normal level. When Auto Vocal Fader or Auto Multiplex is selected, “A-VF or “A-MPX” is displayed for 3 seconds and changes to the selected function name. After the selected function name is displayed, kee~ pressina the KARAOKE button until “FAST is displayed. To return to the initial setting, select SLOW, When the power is turned off, SLOW is restored.

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below.

● When the MIC or ECHO level is changed, the DSP surround

mode is automatically canceled.

● If microphones are held too near the speakers, a howling sound

may be produced. in this case, hold the microphones away from the speakers, or decrease the microphone volume.

● If sound through the microphones are extremely loud, it may -

be distorted. In this case, decrease the microphone volume.

● When the function is changed, the microphone volume and the

echo volume are set to off.

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● The Karaoke functions may not operate correctly with the

following kinds of CDs or tapes.

- Those with monaural sound

- Those recorded with strong echoes

- Those with the vocal part recorded on the right or left side of the sound width

● While the Karaoke function is on, the sound is output as

monaural.

● When the function is changed, the Karaoke function is canceled.

KARAOKE PROGRAM

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To check the reserved tracks

Press the EDIT/CHECK button repeatedly while pressing the

SHIFT button.

track number are displayed in the reserved order.

To stop play

Press the ❑ button. When the ● F/E button is pressed, the play starts from the last track again. ‘

To skip a current track

Press the W button. The skipped track is cleared from the program.

To clear all the reservations Press the * button repeatedly until “K - POO”is displayed.

Each time it is pressed, the disc number and

Before or during CD play, you can reserve up to 15 tracks to be played after the current track. Each reservation is cleared when it finishes playing,

Use the remote control.

Press the PRGM button while pressing a SHIFT

button Q.!ME.

Press one of the DISC DIRECT IPLAY buttons to

s(>lect a disc. Then, press the numbered buttons and the + 10

button to program a track.

Reserved disc number Reserved track number

Repeat step 2 to reserve other tracks.

3 4

Press the 4>/- button to start play.

After a track is played, it is cleared from the program. track can be reserved in place of the cleared track.

Press it once more to cancel the Karaoke program. The display returns to that of CD play.

c If the reserved track number does not exist on the selected

disc, the unit stops playing and the display flashes. In this case, press the - button to skip the error track. Then press the 4>/> button to start play with the next reserved track.

● When the PRGM button is pressed repeatedly in step 1, PRGM

is displayed and the unit enters CD program play mode (page

12), To cancel program play, press the

❑ CLEAR button.

Disc number of the Number of remaining last reservation

Currently playing disc the last reservation track number

To add a reservation during play

Repeat step 2

reserved tracks

Track number of Currently playing

flashes

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SETTING THE CLOCK

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SETTING THE TIMER

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Press the CLOCK button while pressing the

SHIFT button on the remote control, and press the II SET button within 4

seconds.

To display the current time

Press the CLOCK button while pressing the SHIFT button on

the remote control. The time is displayed for 4 seconds.

However, the time cannot be displayed during recording.

To switch to

Press the CLOCK button while ~ressina the SHIFT button on

the 24-hour standard

The unit can be turned on at a specified time every day with the built-in timer.

Pre~aration

If you press the II

operation may start.

SET button after 4 seconds, another

2 Designate the hour of the timer-on time by

pressing the < DOWN or ➤P UP button, and press the II SET button. Repeat to designate the minute of the timer-on time.

If power is interrupted for more than approximately 24 hours, all settings stored in memory after purchase need to be reset.

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3 Within 4 seconds, press the FUNCTION button

repeatedly to select a source.

The selected source name flashes for 4 seconds.

● If this step is not completed within 4 seconds, repeat from

step 1.

● If the TUNER button is pressed, the band cannot be selected

in this step.

4 Within 4 seconds, select the duration for the

timer-activated period with the +4 DOWN or ~

UP button.

The duration for the timer-activated period can be set between 5 and 240 minutes in 5-minute steps,

● If this step is not completed within 4 seconds, repeat from

step 1.

Prepare the source.

To listen to 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 the POWER button to turn the unit off after

adjusting the volume and tone. O

remains on the display after the power is turned off (timer

standby mode).

SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER

When the timer-on time is reached, the unit turns on and begins play with the selected source, The volume level is automatically set to 16 when the power is turned off with the volume level set to 17 or more,

To check the specified time and source

Press the TIMER button while pressing the SHIFT button. The timer-on time, the selected source name and the duration for the timer-activated period are displayed for 4 seconds,

To cancel timer standby mode temporarily

Press the TIMER button while pressing the SHIFT button

repeatedly so that 0 or C?)REC disappears on the display. To restore the timer standby mode, press again to display @ or

@REC.

Using the unit while the timer is set

You can use the unit normally after setting the timer.

Before turning off the power, repeat step 5 to prepare the source,

and adjust the volume and tone.

● ‘Timer playback and timer recording will not begin unless the

power is turned off.

● Connected equipment cannot be turned on and off by the built-

in timer of this unit. Use an external timer,

TIMER RECORDING

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

Use the remote control.

Press the SLEEP button while pressing the SHIFT button.

Within 4 seconds, press the ++ or * button ~ to specify the time until the power is turned off.

Each time the button is pressed, the time changes between 5 and 240 minutes in 5-minute steps,

Specified time

To check the time remaining until the power is turned off

Press the SLEEP button once while pressing the SHIFT button. The remaining time is displayed for 4 seconds.

To cancel the sleep timer

Press the SLEEP button twice while pressing the SHIFT button so that “SLEEP” on the display disappears,

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Timer recording is applicable for TUNER and VI DEO/AUX (with an external timer) sources only.

Press the TIMER button W while pressing the SHIFT button so that @REC appears on the display, and press the

I U SET button within 4

above from step 2 and insert the tape to be recorded into deck 2 after step 5,

seconds. Repeat the steps shown

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CONNECTING OPTIONAL

LISTENING TO EXTERNAL

EQUIPMENT

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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.

VIDEO/AUX JACK -

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 R jack, and the white plug to the L jack,

CD DIGITAL OUT

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VIDEO/AUX

SUPER

WOOFER

SOURCES

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

1 Press the VIDEO/AUX button.

VIDEO appears on the display.

2 Play the connected equipment.

To change a source name in the display

When the VIDEO/AUX button is pressed, VIDEO is displayed

initially. It can be changed to AUX or TV. With the power on, press the POWER button while pressing the VIDEO/AUX button.

Repeat the procedure to select one of the names.

When connecting a turntable

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

CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) JACK

This unit can output CD digital sound signals through this jack.

Use an optical cable to connect digital audio equipment (digital

amplifier, 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.

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

used

Attach the supplied dust cap.

SUPER WOOFER d JACK

Connect an optional powered sub woofer with a built-in-amplifier to the jack.

To adjust the sound level of the external source

When tie sound level of the external source is much higher or much lower than that of other function sources, adjust it as follows.

1 Press the VIDEO/AUX button and play the equipment.

2 I%esss the ++ or - button so that the sound level becomes

the same as that of other function sources, ~

During recording, the sound level can not be adjusted,

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Occasional care and maintenance of the unit and the software

are nseded to optimize the performance of your unit.

If the unit fails to perform as described in these Operating

Instructions, check the following guide.

To clean the cabinet GENERAL

Use a soft and dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly ● Is the AC cord connected properly?

moistened with mild detergent solution, Do not use strong solvents, such as alcohol, benzine or thinner as these could dama,ge the finish of the unit. + Disconnect the AC cord, then correct the speaker

TCIclean the heads and tape paths

After every 10 hours of use, clean the heads and tape paths with a head cleaning cassette or cotton swab moistened with ● Is the other speaker disconnected? cleaning fluid or denatured alcohol. (These cleaning kits are commercially available.) When cleaning with a cotton swab, wipe the recording/playback

head, erasure head (deck 2 only), capstans, and pinchrollers.

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There is no sound.

● Is there a bad connection? (+ page 3) ‘

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

connections,

● Was an incorrect function button pressed?

Sound is emitted from one speaker only.

The output sound is not stereo.

● IS the Karaoke function turned on? (+ page 17)

An erroneous display or a malfunction occurs.

+ Reset the unit as stated below,

TUNER SECTION There is constant, wave-like static.

the antenna connected properly? (+ page 4)

c Is

● Is the signal weak?

+ Connect an outdoor antenna.

The reception contains noise interferences or the sound

is distorted.

● Is the system picking up external noise or multipath distortion?

+ Change the orientation of the antenna, + Move the unit away from other electrical appliances.

After cleaning the heads and tape paths with a liquid head cleaning cassette or a moistened swab, wait until the cleaned parts are completely dry before inserting the tapes.

To demagnetize the heads

The Iheads may become magnetized after long-term use. This may narrow the output range of recorded tapes and increase noise. After 20 to 30 hours use, demagnetize the heads with any commercially available demagnetizer,

Care of discs

● When a disc becomes dirty, wipe the disc from the center out

with a cleaning cloth.

e Aftlsr playing a disc, store the disc in its case. Do not leave the

disc in places that are hot or humid,

Care of tapes ,

Stc]re tapes in their’ cases after use.

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

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

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

parked in direct sunlight,

CASSETTE DECK SECTION The tape does not run.

● Is deck 2 in pause mode? (+ page 10)

The sound is off-balance or not adequately high.

● Is the playback head dirty? (+ page 22)

Recording is not possible.

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

● [s the recording head dirty? (+ page 22)

Erasure is not possible.

● Is the erasure head dirty? (+ page 22)

● Is a metal tape being used?

High frequency sound is not emitted.

● Is the recording/playback head dirty? (+ page 22)

CD PLAYER SECTION The CD player does not play.

● Is the disc correctly inserted? (+ page 11)

● Is the disc dirty? (+ page 22)

● IS the lens affected by condensation?

+ Wait approximately one hour and try again

To reset

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

1 Press the POWER button to turn off the power.

2 Press the POWER button to turn the power back on while

pressing the

after purchase is canceled. If the power cannot be turned off in step 1 because of a malfunction, reset by disconnecting the AC cord, and connect it again. Then repeat step 2.

■ CLEAR button. Everything stored in memory

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