The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presenceof uninsulated
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A
Owner’s record
For your convenience,record the model numberand serial
number (you will find them on the rear of your unit) in the space
providedbelow. Please refer to them when you contact your
Aiwa dealer in case of difficulty.
Model No.
CX-ZR555U
SX-ZR25 U
PX-E855
Read the Operating Instructionscarefully and completelybefore
operating the unit. Be sure to keep the OperatingInstructions
for future reference.All warnings and cautions in the Operating
Instructionsand on the unit should be strictly followed,as well
as the safety suggestionsbelow.
Installation
1
Water and moisture — Do not use this unit near water, such
as near a bath, sink, swimmingpool, or the like.
2
Heat — Do not use this unit near sources of heat, including
heating vents, stoves, or other appliances that generate heat.
H also should not be placed in temperaturesless than 5°C
(41 ‘F) or greater than 35°C (95” F),
3
Mounting surface — Place the unit on a flat, even surface.
“dangerousvoltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presenceof importantoperatingand
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance,
Serial No. (Lot No.)
Ventilation — The unit should be situatedwith adequate
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space around it so that proper heat ventilationis assured.
Allow 10 cm clearance from the rear and the top of the unit,
and 5 cm from each side.
- Do not place the unit on a bed, rug, or similar surface that
may block the ventilationopenings.
- Do not install the unit in a bookcase, cabinet, or airtight rack
where ventilationmay be impeded.
Objects and liquid entry — Take care that objects or liquid
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do not get inside the unit through the ventilationopenings.
Carts and stands — Whenplacedor
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mounted on a stand or cart, the unit should
be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessiveforce, and uneven
surfacesmay causethe unit or cart to
overturn or fall.
Condensation — Moisture may form on the CD pickup lens
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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 condensationinside, 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
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on a wall or ceiling,unlessspecifiedin the Operating
Instructions.
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Electric Power
1
Power sources — Connect this unit only to power sources
specified in the OperatingInstructions,and as marked on the
unit,
2
Polarization — As a safety feature, some units are equipped
with polarizedAC power plugs which can only be inserted
one way into a power outlet.If it is difficult or impossibleto
insert the AC power plug into an outlet, turn the plug over and
try again, If it is not still inserted easily into the outlet, please
call a qualifiedservice technicianto 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
3
When disconnectingthe 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 particularattention to
the cord from the unit to the power socket,
- Avoid overloadingAC power plugs and extensioncords
beyond their capacity, as this could result in fire or shock.
4
Extension cord —To help prevent electric shock, do not use
a polarized AC power plug with an extension cord, receptacle,
or other outlet unless the polarizedplug can be completely
inserted to prevent exposure of the blades of the plug.
5
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.
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Outdoor Antenna
Power lines — When connectingan outdoor antenna, make
1
sure it is located away from power lines,
2
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, ANS1/NFPA70,provides information
on proper groundingof the mast, supportingstructure, and
the lead-in wire to the antenna dischargeunit, as well as the
size of the grounding unit, connection to grounding terminals,
and requirementsfor grounding terminals themselves,
Antenna Grounding According tothe National Electrical Code
PARTS INDEX ................................................... Back cover
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2
Check the AC voltage
The rated voltage of your unit shown on the rear panel is 120 V
AC. Check that the rated voltage matches your local voltage.
IMPORTANT
Connect the speakers, antennas, and all optional equipment first.
Then connect the AC cord in the end,
2 Connect the stereo turntable to the main unit.
Connect the red plug to VIDEO/AUX/PHONO IN R jack, and
the white plug to VIDEO/AUX/PHONOIN L jack.
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Speakers
There are no differencebetween the s~eakers. Both s~eakers
can be connectedas L (left) or R (rightj.
1
Connect the right and left speakers to the main
unit.
Connect the right speaker cord to SPEAKERS R terminals,
and the left to SPEAKERSL terminals.
The speaker cord with the white stripe should be connected
to the 0 terminal and the black cord to the O terminal.
3 Connect the supplied antennas.
Connect the FM antenna to FM 75 Q terminalsand the AM
antenna to
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4
Connect the AC cord to an AC outlet.
AM LOOP terminals,
AM antenna
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AM antenna
FM antenna
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FM antenna
1 Right spear
Speake<
2
Stereo turntable
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cord
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AC cord
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Left speaker
1
+Toan AC outlet
+Toan AC outlet
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To position the antennas
FM feeder antenna:
Extend the antenna horizontallyin a T-shape and fix its ends to
the wall.
AM
antenna:
Position to find 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
connectionscan cause short circuits in SPEAKERSterminals.
Inserting batteries
Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control and
insert two R6 (size AA) batteries,
R6(AA)
When to replace the batteries
The maximum operationaldistance between the remote control
and the sensor on the main unit should be approximately5 meters
(16 feet), When this distance decreases,replace the batteries
with new ones.
To use SHIFT 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 SHIFT.
● Do not leave objects generatingmagnetism,such as credit
cards, near the speakers, as the objects may be damaged.
● Do not position the FM antenna near metal objects or curtain
rails,
● Do not position the AM antenna near other optional equipment,
the stereo system itself, the AC cord or speaker cords, as
interferencewill occur.
● Do not unwind the AM antenna wire.
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COnneCtingAN OuTDOORAN’TIiiiiii
For betterFM reception,use of an outdoorantennais
recommended.
Connect the outdoor antenna to FM 75 Q terminals.
To use FUNCTION on the remote control
FUNCTION
BAND, VIDEO/AUX/PHONO,CD) on the main unit.
Each time FUNCTIONis pressed, the next function is selected
cyclically.
substitutes for the function buttons (TAPE, TUNER/
0
SH
FU
● If the remote control is not going to be used for an extended
periodof time,remove the batteriesto preventpossible
electrolyteleakage.
● 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.)
I To connect other optional equipment+page 16.I
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CD
DEMO
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To turn the unit on
Press one of the function buttons (TAPE, TUNER/BAND,VIDEO/
AUWPHONO,CD). Playback of the inserted disc begins, or the
previously tuned station is received (Direct Play Function).
POWER is also available.
When the unit is turned on, the disc compartmentmay 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’s power is on.
To turn off the light of the top window, press
CD. To turn back on, repeat the above.
Game Demo
When the AC cord is connected, the display window 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.
To cancel the game Demo
Press DEMO. To re-activatethe game Demo, press DEMO
again.
To play the game Demo
Press DEMO so that the game Demo displays.
1
2 Press -.
Three numbers on the display start to run.
3 Press
4 Press 9 twice to stop the remaining two numbers.
Scoring:
20 points are given to start the game.
If all the numbers are eaual, 50 points are added to the score.
If not eaual, one point is subtracted.
If the gained points reach 9999, you win.
If the gained points fall to O, you lose.
■ once.
The number on the left side stops.
■ while pressing
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Press CLOCtVDIMMERonce, then press ENTER
1
1
—til!
within 4 seconds.
When using the remote control
Press CLOCK whiIe pressing SHIFT, then press llSETwitbiD
4 seconds.
2
Turn MULTI JOG to designate the hour, then press
ENTER.
The hour stops flashing and the minute starts flashing.
Turn MULTI JOG to designatethe minute, then
3
press ENTER.
The minute stops flashing on the display and the clock starts
from 00 seconds.
To display the current time
Press CLOCWDIMMERonce.The time is displayedfor 4
seconds.
However, the time cannot be displayed during recording.
To switch to the 24-hour standard
Press CLOCK/DIMMERonce and then press■ within4
seconds.
Repeat the same procedure to restore the 12-hour standard.
If the clock display flashes
This is caused by a power interruption. The current time needs
to be reset.
If power is interruptedfor more than approximately24 hours,
all settings stored in memory after purchase need to be reset.
* 44 and W are also available instead of MULTI JOG.
* IISET is also available instead of ENTER.
To reset the game Demo
Press DEMO twice, then press -. The game starts again.
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● During playing the game Demo, ■ and E are available only
for the same Demo. Cancel the ciame Demo to use these
buttons ;or other functions such as-CD playing, etc.
● During the game Demo, some indicatorsunrelated
actual operationlight up on the display.
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with the
SHIFT
T-BASS
VOLUME
Turn VOLUME on the main unit, or press VOLUME
on the remote control.
The volume level is displayed as a number from O to MAX (31).
The volume level is automaticallyset to 16 when the power is
turned off with the volume level set to 17 or more.
The T-BASS system enhancesthe realismof 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.
GEQ
SHIFT
This unit provides the following three different equalizationcurves.
ROCK: Powerful sound emphasizingtreble and bass
POP: More presence in the vocals and midrange
CLASSIC: Enriched sound with heavy bass and fine treble.
Press GEQ repeatedlyto select the equalization
mode.
The GEQ mode is displayedcyclically as follows.
ROCK—POP —CLASSIC-GEQ OFF
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The selected equalizationmode is displayed.
(cancel) 1
Ld*d*Y*JJ
T.EASS
T-BASST.BASST.BASS
To select with the remote control
Press T-BASS while pressing SHIFT.
(cancel)
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Low frequency sound may be distorted when the T-BASS system
is used for a disc or tape in which low frequency sound is already
emphasized.In this case, cancel the T-BASS system.
To dim the illumination of the display
1
Press CLOCWDIMMER m,then press ENTER within 4
seconds.
2 Within4
~
DIMMER 0: The usual display.
DIMMER 1: The illumination of the display is dimmer than usual.
DIMMER 2: The illuminationof the displayis dimmerthan
DIMMER 3: The illuminationof the displayis dimmerthan
* 44 and W are also available instead of MULTI JOG.
seconds, turn MULTI JOG toselect the dimmer mode.
DIMMER 0+-+ DIMMER 1 ~DIMMER 2 ~ DIMMER 3 +-
DIMMER 1.
DIMMER2. The spectrumanalyzerand the
illuminationon the buttons also light off.
To cancel the selected mode
Press GEQ repeatedlyuntil “GEQ OFF” is displayed.
To select with the remote control
Press GEQ repeatedly while pressing SHIFT.
MULTI JOG k also available to change the equalization mode.
*
Using the headphones
Connect headphonesto PHONES jack with a standard stereo
plug (06.3 mm, ‘/. inch).
No sound is output from the speakers while the headphonesare
plugged in.
Sound adjustment during recording
The output volume and tone of the speakers or headphonesmay
be freely varied without affecting the recording.
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1
Press TUNER/BANDto select the FM or AM band.
When TUNER/BANDis pressed while the power is off, the
power is turned on directly (Direct Play Function).
To select a band with the remote control
Press BAND while pressing SHIFT.
2
Press TUNER PRESET repeatedlyto select the
manual tuning mode.
Each time the button is pressed, the followingthree tuning
modes are selected cyclically.
@
Presettuning mode:The preset number flashes.
@
Auto search mode: “SEARCH”is displayed.
@
Manual tuning mode: “SEARCH”is not displayedand
the preset number does not flash.
Frequency
SEARCIHPreset number
MONO
TUNER
BAND
SHIFT
To search for a station quickly (Auto Search)
Press TUNER PRESET repeatedly to display “SEARCH’’(auto
search
mode),andturnMULTIJOGclockwiseor
counterclockwise until the frequency starts to change rapidly.
After tuning
To stop the Auto Search manually,turn MULTI JOG a little in
either direction.
● The Auto Search may not stop at the stations with very weak
signals.
● MDOWNand -UPare also availableto search for a
station.Keep
starts searching.
in to a station, the search stops.
-DOWNor MUP pressed until the tuner
Press the button to stop the search manually.
When an FM stereo broadcast contains noise
Press MONO TUNER on the remote control while pressing SHIFT
that “MONOappears on the display.
so
Noise is reduced, although reception is monaural.
MONO
To restore stereo reception, press
control while pressing
SHIFT so that “MONOdisappears.
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 kH.z/step, change the tuning interval.
Press
POWER while pressing TUNEWBANDon the unit.
To reset the interval, repeat this procedure.
MONOTUNER on the remote
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The preset tuning mode is skipped if no station is preset.
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Turn MULTI JOG clockwise or counter-clockwise
to tune in to a station.
The frequencychangesas you turn MULTI JOG. When a
station is received, “TUNEis displayedfor 2 seconds.
During FM stereo reception,((KIN)) is displayed.
● HDOWN and MUP are also available to tune in to a
station.
When the AM tuning interval is changed, all preset stations are
cleared.The preset stations have to be set again.
Press CD, then press A OPEN/CLOSEto open the
disc compartment.Load disc(s) with the label side
up.
To load one or two discs, place the disc(s) on the tray(s) inthe
direction of the arrows as illustrated.
To play all discsin the disc compartment,pressF.
Play begins with the disc on tray 1,
Number of track being playedElapsed playing time
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To play one disc onl~ press one of DISC DIRECT PLAY
1-5.
The selected disc is played once,
Selected disc tray numberElapsed p[aying time
Number of track being played
To stop play, press ■ .
To
pause play, press II, To resume play, press again.
To search for a particularpoint duringplayback,keep <
or -pressed and release the button at the desired point.
To skip to the beginningof a track duringplayback,turn
MULTI JOG or press +or ~repeatedly.
To remove discs, press AOPEN/CLOSE.
Youcan onlv remove
to be removed does(do)not face you, press DISC CHANGE
repeatedly.
the two discs that face you. When the disc(s)
To load three to five discs, press DISC CHANGE to rotate the
trays after placing two discs. Place the next disc on empty tray.
Each time DISC
disc can be placed.
CHANGE is pressed, the trays rotate and one
After placing the discs, press AOPEN/CLOSEto close the
disc compartment.
The display shows the informationof the disc to be played.
Tray number of the
disc to be played
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Total playing time
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Total ‘number of tracks
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 AOPEN/CLOSEis pressed, the power is also turned on
and the disc compartmentis opened.
To check the remaining time
During play, press EDIT/CHECKon the remote control while
pressing SHIFT. The amount of time remaininguntil all tracks
finish playing is displayed. To restore the playing time display,
repeat the above.
Selecting a track with the remote control
Press one of DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-5 to select a disc.
1
To select disc 4 or 5, press DISC DIRECT PLAY 4 or 5 while
pressing SHIFT.
2 Press numberedbuttons O-9 and
Example:
To select the 25th track, press
To select the 10th track, press
The selected track starts to play and continues to the end of
that disc.
+10 to select a track.
+10, +10 and 5.
+10 and O.
Replacing discs during play
While one disc is playing, the other discs can be replaced without
interruptingplay.
1 Press DISC CHANGE.
Two discs can be replaced.
2 Remove the discs and replace with other discs.
To replace the other two discs, press DISC CHANGEagain.
3 Press AOPEN/CLOSEto close the disc compartment,
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BAND
SHIFT
L
The unit can store a total of 32 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.
1
Press TUNEFUBAND to select a band, and press
1!Ii
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HDOWN or -UPto select a station.
Press I I SET to store the station.
2
A preset number beginningfrom 1 in consecutiveorder for
each band is assigned to the station.
Frequ~ncyPreset number
Repeat steps 1 and 2.
3
No more stations will be stored if a total of 32 preset stations
have already been stored.
Use the remote control to select the preset number directly.
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Press BAND while pressingSHIFT to select a
band.
2 Press numbered buttons O-9 and +1 O to select a
preset number.
Example:
To select preset number 20, press +1 O, +1 O and O.
To select preset number 15, press +1 O and 5.
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(Deck 1)
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(Deck 2)
Usable tapes
Use Type I (normal) tapes only.
12Press TAPE, then press WA to open the cassette
holder.
Insert a tape with the exposed side down. Push the cassette
holder to close.
Press F to start play.
Only the side facing out from the unit can be played back.
To
stop play, press ■/A.
To pause play, press II. To resume play, press again.
To
fast forward or rewind, press -or >in stop mode.
Then press
■/A to stop the tape.
When both Deck 1 and Deck 2 are set in the playback
mode
Deck 2 is heard.
Selecting a preset number on the main unit
Press TUNEFUBANDto select a band. Press TUNER PRESET
repeatedly until the preset number flashes (preset tuning mode),
and turn MULTI JOG.The preset numbersare selectedin
sequence as you turn MULTI JOG.
s -PRESETis also available to select the preset number. Each
time the button is pressed, the next highest number is selected.
To
clear a preset station
Select the preset number of the station to be cleared with the
numberedbuttons. Then, press
within 4 seconds.
The preset numbers of all other stations in the band with higher
numbers are decreasedby one.
■ CLEAR,and press I I SET
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“ When Ioadina an 8-cm (3-inch) disc, make sure to ~lace it onto
the inner circle of the trav p
be damagedor the disc compartmentwill not open. If it does
not open, please consult your Aiwa dealer for repair.
● 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.
● When transportingthe unit, remove the discs from the trays.
● When replacing the discs during play, do not replace discs other
than those facing you.
If you place a disc on the empty right inner tray, and then press
A OPEN/CLOSE,“ERROR”is displayedand the disc
compartmentmay not close. Remove the disc on that tray.
reciselv. Otherwise,the disc may
Up to 30 tracks can be programmedfrom any of the inserted
discs.
2
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1
3
1
■
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5
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
Press RANDOM/REPEATwhile pressing SHIFT .
Each time it is pressed, the function can be selected cyclically.
RANDOMplay — RANDOM lights up on the display.
REPEAT play — ~ lights up on the display.
RANDOM/REPEAT play — RANDOM and C&light
display.
Cancel — RANDOM and C& disappearfrom the display.
To
plav all discs, press E to start play.
To
Wav a sincrle disc, press one of DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-5 to
start play.
To select disc 4 or 5 from the remote control, press DISC DIRECT
PLAY 4 or 5 while pressing SHIFT.
During random play it is not possible to skip to the previously
played track with <.
or all the discs can be played repeatedly.
up on the
Use the remote control.
1
Press PRGM while pressing SHIFT in stop mode.
“PRG” is displayed
2
Press one of DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-5 to select a
disc.
To select disc 4 or 5, press DISC DIRECT PLAY 4 or 5 while
pressing SHIFT.
Go to the next step when the tray stops rotating.
PressnumberedbuttonsO-9 and +10 to program
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a track.
Example:
To select the 25th track, press +10, +10 and 5.
To select the 10th track, press +10 and 0,
Selected track number
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Total number of selected tracks
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Program number
4
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program other tracks.
Press -to start play.
5
To
check the program
Each time <or -is pressed
track number, and program number will be displayed.
To clear the program
Press ■ CLEAR 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.
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 RANDOM/REPEAT
repeatedly while pressing SHIFT until~ appears on the display.
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Total play;ng time of the
selected tracks
in stop mode, a disc number,
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During programmedplay, you can not use random play, check
the remainingtime or select a disc or track.
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To record part of the CD
● is pressed, recordingalways startsfromthe first track.
When
Tostart inthe middle of a track, playthe CD firstand press 11SET
for CD at the point you wish to start recording from. Then, press
●. The pause mode for CD button is released automatically
and recording stark.
Sound adjustment during recording
The output volume and tone of the speakers or headphonesmay
be freely varied without affecting the recording.
IISET
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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.
1
Insert the tape to be recorded on into Deck 1.
Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing
from the unit.
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2
Press one of the functionbuttons and prepare
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the source to be recorded.
To recordfrom a CD, press CD and load the disc(s).
To record from a tape, press TAPE. Then, insert the original
tape into Deck 2 and play it.
To record from a radio broadcast,
tune into a station.
To record from a connected source,
PHONO and play.
3
Press
- is depressedsimultaneously.
When the selected function is CD, playbackand recording
start simultaneously.
● on Deck 1 to start recording.
press TUNER/BAND and
press VIDEO/AUX/
out
● Do not press the buttons on Deck 2 during recording.
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● cannot be depressedif the erasure preventiontab on the
side of the tape to be recorded is broken off.
● If squealingor beating sounds occur when recording an FM
broadcast,press
remote control, so as to eliminate
Each time these buttons are pressed, “MONOis turned on
and off on the display.
MONO TUNER while pressing SHIFT on the
the noise.
To erase a recording
A previous recording is erased when a new recording is made
on that part of that tape.
1 Insert the tape you want to erase into Deck 1.
2 Press
3 Windup
4 Press
TAPE and stop all the tape operation in Deck 2.
the tape to the point where the erasure is to be started.
● on Deck 1 to start the erasure.
About cassette tapes
● To prevent accidental erasure, break off the plastic tabs
on the cassette tape after recording with a screwdriveror
other pointed tool.
SideA
Tab for side A
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To stop recording, press WA on Deck 1.
To pause recording, press [1
To resume recording, press it again.
To record selected tracks of the CD
Before pressing
11ENGLLSH
●, program the tracks (see page 10).
on Deck 1.
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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6,8
4
5
3,7
Press
6
● on Deck 1 to start recording on the first
side.
=
flashes for 10 seconds, and then CD play and recording
of edited tracks for the first side start simultaneously.When
the end of the tape is reached, Deck 1 enters the recording““’ ,
stop mode. After entering the recording stop mode go to step
7.
7
Press EDiT/CHECKwhile pressing SHIFT on the
remote control to display the program for the
second recording.
“B” is displayed.
Turn over the tape in Deck 1 and press @ to start
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recording on the second side.
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The Al edit recordingfunction enablesCD recordingwithout
worryingabout tape length and track length.When a CD is
inserted, the unit automaticallycalculates the total track length,
If necessary, the order of tracks is rearranged so that no track is
cut short.
(Al: Artificial Intelligence)
1
Insert the tape into Deck 1.
Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing out
from the unit, and wind up the tape with +.
2
Press CD and load the disc(s).
Press EDIT/CHECKonce while pressingSHIFT
?3
on the remote control.
“EDIT” and “Al” are displayed.
EDIT
● When “PRGM”is displayed,press EDIT/CHECKwhile
pressing SHIFT again.
Press one of DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-5 to select a
4
disc.
To select disc 4 or 5 from the remote control, press DISC
DIRECT PLAY 4 or 5 while pressing SHIFT.
PressnumberedbuttonsO-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, press 6 and O.
In a few seconds, the tracks to be recorded on each side of
the tape are determined.
● U,Mor MULTI JOG are also available to designate
the tape length.
Tape length
Remainingtime Programmed
of recording
tracks for side A
f
To stop recording
Press WAon Deck 1.
Recording and CD play stop simultaneously.
To
clear the edit program
Press WCLEAR twice in
on the display, or press
To check the order of the programmed track numbers
Before recording, press EDIT/CHECK while pressing SHIFT on
the remote control to select side A or B, and press 4M or -
repeatedly.
Tape side Programmed track numbers
To add tracks from other discs to the edit program
If there is any time remainingon the tape after step 5, you can
add tracks from other discs in the CD compartment
1
2
3
4
Time on cassette tapes and editing time
The actual cassette recording time is usually a little longer than
the specifiedrecording 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 specifiedrecording 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 recordingfunctioncannotbe used with discs
containing31 tracks or more.
EDIT/CHECK while pressing SHIFT on the remote
Press
to select side A or B.
control
Press one of DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-5 to select a disc.
To select disc 4 or 5 from the remote control, press DISC
DIRECT PLAY 4 or 5 while pressing SHIFT.
Press numberedbuttons on the remote control to select the
tracks.
A track whose playing time is longer than the remaining time
cannot be programmed.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to add more tracks.
the stop mode so that “EDIT” disappears
A OPEN/CLOSE.
Track number
Program number
Tape side
A: First recording side
B: Second recording side
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Selected disc
numberProgram number
I
Remainingtime on side A
I
5
4,5
3,7,8,9
In the Programmededit recording functionthe tracks can be
programmedwhile checking the remaining time on each side of
the tape as the tracks are programmed.
1
Insert the tape into Deck 1.
Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing out
from the unit, and wind up the tape with +.
2
Press CD and load the disc(s).
3
Press EDIT/CHECKtwice while pressing SHIFT
on the remote control.
“EDIT and “PRGM” are displayed.
Selected track number
6
Repeat step 5 for the rest of the tracks for side
Programmedtracks number
A.
A track whose playing time is longer than the remaining time
cannot be programmed.
7
Press
EDIT/CHECKwhile pressing SHIFT on the
remote control to select side B and program the
tracks for side B.
Tape side B (reverse side)
I
8
Press EDIT/CHECKwhile pressingSHIFT to
select side A and press
~
flashes for 10 seconds, and then CD play and recording
of edited tracks for the first side start simultaneously.When
the end of the tape is reached, Deck 1 enters the recording
stop mode.After entering the recordingstop mode, go to
step 9.
9
Press
EDIT/CHECKwhile pressing SHIFT on the
remote control for recording of the second side.
“B
is displayed.
● on Deck 1.
● When “Al” is displayed, press EDIT/CHECKwhile pressing
SHIFT again.
4
Press numberedbuttons on the remote control
to designate the tape length.
10 to 99 minutes can be specified.
● -,-or MULTI JOG are also available to designate
the tape length.
Tape length(front side)
Tape side AMaximum recording
time for side A
5 Press one of DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-5 to select a
disc.
Then, press numberedbuttons O-9 and +1 O on
the remote control to program a track.
To select disc 4 or 5 from the remote control, press DISC
DIRECT PLAY 4 or 5 while pressing SHIFT.
Example:To select the 10th track of disc 2, press DISC
DIRECT PLAY 2, then press +10 and O.
10 Turn over the tapein Deck 1 and press
recording.
Recording starts.
To stop recording
PressWAon Deck1. Recordingand CD playstop
simultaneously.
To
check the order of the programmed track numbers
Before recording,press EDIT/CHECKwhile pressing SHIFT on
the remote control to select side A or B, and press +or ~
repeatedly.
Disc number
Track number
Program number
Programmedtrack numbers
● to start
To change the program of each side
Press EDIT/CHECK while pressing SHIFT on the remote control
to select side A or B, and press
on the selected
To
clear the edit program
Press ■ CLEAR twice in stop mode so that “EDIT” disappears
on the display.
side. Then program tracks again.
■CLEAR to clear the program
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The unit can be turned on at a specified time every day with the
built-in timer.
5
Prepare the source.
To listen to a
To listen to a ta~e, insert the tape into Deck 1 or 2.
To listen to the radio, tune in to a station.
Press POWER to turn the unit off after adjusting
6
CD, load the disc to be played first on tray 1,
the volume and tone.
@ remains on the display after the power is turned off (timer,~;,
7
Get ready for the TAPE functionor the timer
recording.
To listen to the tape, press ~.
To record the source, press ● on Deck 1
Preparation
Make sure the clock is set correctly.
1
Press TIMER to display~, then press ENTER
within 6 seconds.
@ is
displayed and the hour flashes.
If you press
start.
2
Designate the hour of the timer-on time by turning
ENTER after 6 seconds, another operation may
y
MULTI JOG, then press ENTER.
Repeat to designatethe minute of the timer-on
time.
When the timer-ontime is reached, the unit turns on and
begins play with the selected source.
The volume level is automaticallyset to 16 when the power is
turned off with the volume level set to 17 or more.
The timer recording period and tape length
When the length of the tape to be recorded is shorter than the
timer recording period,
is off.
When the tape length is longer than the timer recording period,
● on Deck 1 is released before the timer
● is not released.If ● is not released for a long time, the tape
in the deck may be damaged.Press 9/4to release
To check the specified time and source
Press TIMER. The timer-on time, the selected source name and
the duration for the timer-activatedperiod are displayedfor 4
seconds.
To cancel timer standby mode temporarily
Press TIMER repeatedly until@ disappears on the display.
To restore the timer standby mode, press TIMER once or twice
to display @.
Using the unit while the timer is set
You can use the unit normally after setting the timer.
Before turning off the power, carry out step 5 to prepare the
source, and adjust the volume and tone.
●.
❑
After you designate the timer-on time, one of the source names
flashes on the display.
3
Press one of the functionbuttons to select a
source, then press ENTER.
● lfTUNER/BAND is pressed, the band cannot be selected in
this step.
4
Select the duration for the timer-activatedperiod
with MULTI JOG, then press ENTER.
The duration for the timer-activatedperiod can be set between
5 and 240 minutes in 5-minute steps.
● Timer playback and timer recordingwill not begin unless the
power is turned off.
“ Connectedequipment cannot be turned on and off by the built-
in timer of this unit. Use an external timer.
* Hand ware a/soavaj/ab/e instead of MuLT/ JOG.
IISET is also available in stead of ENTER.
*
ENGL/SH
14
1
2
The unit can be turned off automaticallyat a specified time
Use the remote control.
1 Press SLEEP while pressing SHIFT.
2 Within 4 seconds, turn MULTI JOG or press <
or -tospecify the time until the power is turned
off.
The time changes between 5 and 240 minutes in 5-minute
steps.
To check the time remaining until the power is turned off
Press SLEEP once while pressing SHIFT. The remainingtime
is displayed for 4 seconds.
To cancelthe sleep timer
Press SLEEP twice while pressing SHIFT so that “SLEEPoFF
appears on the display.
Specified time
I
Preparation
● Connect the supplied stereo turntable to the main unit. (See
page 3)
● Set EQUALIZERAMP. selector on the turntable to ON position.
(Refer to the operating instructionsof the turntable for details.)
1
Press VIDEO/AUX/PHONOon the main unit.
“VIDEO” appears on the display.
The source name on the display can be changed to “PHONO.
(See “LISTENINGTO EXTERNALSOURCES”on page 16.)
Adjust
2
Turn VOLUMEcounterclockwiseuntil “VOL O is displayed.
Play the turntable.
3
Refer to the operating instructionsof the turntable for details.
4
Adjust the volume according to your preference.
the volume to minimum.
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— CD DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
Refer to the operatinginstructionsof the connectedequipment
for details.
● The connectingcords are not supplied. Obtain the necessary
connectingcords.
● 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
(LD players, MD players, VCRs, TV, etc.).
Connect the red plug to VIDEO/AUX/PHONOIN R jack, and the
white plug to VIDEO/AUX/PHONOIN L jack.
l—
POWER-
To play equipmentconnectedto VIDEO/AUX/PHONOIN jacks
proceed as follows.
1 Press VIDEO/AUX/PHONO.
“VIDEO” appears on the display.
2 Play the connectedequipment.
To change a source name on the display
When VIDEO/ALfX/PHONO is pressed, “VIDEO” is displayed
initially. It can be changed to “AUX, “PHONO” or “TV”.
With the power on, press POWER while pressing VIDEO/AUX/
PHONO.
Repeat the procedure to select one of the names.
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
jack. Then, connect an optical cable plug to the CD DIGITAL
OUT (OPTICAL)jack.
CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
When the CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack is not being
used
Attach the supplied dust cap.
ENGLISH~6
Occasional care and maintenance of the unit and the software
are needed to optimize the performance of your unit.
If the unit fails to performas described
Instructions,check the followingguide.
in these Operating
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 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 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 1 only), capstans, and pinchrollers.
Recording/
Erasu
stan
After cleaningthe heads and tape paths with a liquid head
cleaning cassette or a moistenedswab, wait until the cleaned
parts are completelydry before inserting the tapes.
To demagnetize the heads
The heads may become magnetizedafter long-termuse. This
may narrow the output range of recorded tapes and increase
noise.After 20 to 30 hours use, demagnetizethe heads with
any commerciallyavailable demagnetizer.
Care of discs
● When a disc becomes dirty, wi~e the disc from the center out
GENERAL
is no sound.
There
● Is the AC cord connectedproperly?
● Is there a bad connection?(+ page 3)
● There may be a short circuit in th; speaker terminals.
+ Disconnectthe AC cord,then correctthe 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 connectedproperly?(+ page 3)
● Is the signal weak?
+ Connect an outdoor antenna.
The reception contains noise interferencesor the sound
is distorted.
● Is the system picking up external noise or multipath distortion?
+ Change the orientationof the antenna.
+ Move the unit away from other electrical appliances.
CASSETTE DECK SECTION
The tape does not run.
● Is the deck in pause mode? (+ page 8)
The sound is off-balance or not adequately high.
● Is the playback head dirty? (+ page 17)
Recording is not possible.
● Is the erasure prevention tab on the tape broken off? (+ page
11)
● Is the recording head dirty? (+ page 17)
Erasure is not possible.
● Is the erasure head dirfy? (+ page 17)
● IS a metal tape being used?-
High frequency sound is not emitted.
● Is the recording/playbackhead dirty? (+ page 17)
CD PLAYER SECTION
The CD player does not play.
● Is the disc correctly placed? (+ page 9)
● Is the disc dirty? (+ page 17)
● Is the lens affected by condensation?
+ Wait approximatelyone hour and try again,
● 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.
~
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To reset
If an unusualconditionoccurs in the display windowor the
cassette decks, reset the unit as follows.
1 Press
2 Press
POWER to turn off the power.
POWER to turn the power back on while pressing
■ CLEAR. Everythingstored in memory after purchaseis
canceled.
If the power cannotbe turnedoff in step 1 becauseof a
malfunction,reset by disconnectingthe AC cord, and connect it
again. Then carry out step 2.
1 kHz)
0,05 % (15 W, 1 kHz, 6 ohms, DIN
AUDIO)
VIDEO/AUX/PHONOIN: 500 mV
SPEAKERS: accept speakers of 6
ohms or more
PHONES (stereo jack): accepts
headphones of 32 ohms or more
NOTE
This equipment
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 interferencein a residentialinstallation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installedand used in accordancewith the
instructions,may causeharmfulinterferenceto radio
communications.However,thereis no guaranteethat
interferencewill not occur in a particularinstallation.If this
equipment does cause harmful interferenceto radio or television
reception,which can be determinedby turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the followingmeasures:
- 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 experiencedradio/TV technician
for help.
has been tested and found to comply with the
CAUTION
Modifications or adjustments to this product, which are not
expresslyapproved by the manufacturer,may void the user’s
right or authority to operate this product.
Cassette deck section
Track format
Frequency response
Recording system
Heads
Compact disc player section
Laser
D-A
converter1 bit dual
Signal-to-noise ratio85 dB (1 kHz, OdB)
Harmonic distortion0.05 % (1 kHz, O dB)
Wow and flutterUnmeasurable
General
Power requirements120 V AC, 60
Power consumption
Dimensions of main unit
(W XHXD)
Weight of main unit
Speaker svstem SX-ZR25
Cabinet type
Speakers
Impedance
Output sound pressure level
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
4 tracks, 2 channels stereo
50 Hz – 10000
AC bias
Deck 1: Recording/playbackhead
x 1, erase head {1
Deck 2: Playback head x 1
HZ
Semiconductorlaser(k= 780
90 w
HZ
360 x 394.5 x 381 mm
(141/4X 155/8X15 in.)
7.5 kg (16 Ibs.9
2 way, bass reflex
Woofer:
130 mm
Super tweeter:
20 mm
(’3/16in.) ceramictype
6 ohms
87 dBIWlm
260 x 444x 205 mm
(10’/, x 171/2x 81/Ein.)
3.3 kg (7 Ibs. 4
OZ)
(51/4 in.) cone type
OZ)
nm)
Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without
notice.
COPYRIGHT
check the laws on copyright relating to recordingsfrom
Please
discs, radio or external tape for the country in which the machine
is being used.
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