Teac CR-H500 User Manual

CQX1A1499Z

CR-H500

AM/FM Stereo CD Receiver

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

MANUAL DEL USUARIO

ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL

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.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

INSTRUCTIONS

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

< Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.

< Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as

vases, on the apparatus.

< Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such

as a bookcase or similar unit.

< The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power

from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON position.

< The apparatus should be located close enough to the

AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord plug at any time.

< The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the

disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

< If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack

or installed batteries), they should not be exposed to sunshine, fire or excessive heat.

< Caution should be taken when using earphones or

headphones with the product because excessive sound pressure (volume) from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

< DO NOT REMOVE THE EXTERNAL CASES OR CABINETS

TO EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE WITHIN!

< IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS

PRODUCT, CONTACT TEAC FOR A SERVICE REFERRAL. DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED.

< USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR

PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

Supply of this product does not convey a license nor imply any right to distribute MPEG Layer-3 compliant content created with this product in revenue-generating broadcast systems (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or other distribution channels), streaming applications (via Internet, intranets and/ or other networks), other content distribution systems (payaudio or audio-on-demand applications and the like) or on physical media (compact discs, digital versatile discs, semiconductor chips, hard drives, memory cards and the like). An independent license for such use is required. For details, please visit http://mp3licensing.com.

This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft.

“Made for iPod” means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Apple and iPod are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Before Use

Thank you for choosing TEAC. Read this manual carefully to get the best performance from this unit.

Before Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

MP3 and WMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

iPod Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Connecting Antennas (AM/FM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Speaker Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Part Names (main unit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Part Names (remote control unit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Remote Control Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Disc Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

USB Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

General Playback (disc/USB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Folder Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Programmed Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Shuffle Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Repeat Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Listening to iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Before Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Recording to USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Deleting a file from USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Listening to FM/AM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Preset Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

RDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

PTY Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Setting the Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Setting the Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Timer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Listening to an External Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Read this before operations.

< When the unit is turned on, switching on the TV may

result in lines appearing on the TV screen, depending on the condition of the electric waves of the TV broadcast. This is not malfunction in the unit or the TV. In this case, turn off the unit.

< As the unit may become warm during operation,

always leave sufficient space around the unit for ventilation.

< The voltage supplied to the unit should match the

voltage as printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding this matter, consult an electrician.

< Choose the installation location of your unit carefully.

Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also avoid locations subject to vibrations and excessive dust, heat, cold or moisture.

< Do not place the unit on an amplifier/receiver.

< Do not open the cabinet as this might result in

damage to the circuitry or electrical shock. If a foreign object should get into the set, contact your dealer or service agency.

< When removing the power plug from the wall outlet,

always pull directly on the plug, never yank the cord.

< Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical

solvents as this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

< Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

DO NOT MOVE THE UNIT DURING PLAYBACK

During playback, the disc rotates at high speed. Do NOT lift or move the unit during playback. Doing so may damage the disc.

WHEN MOVING THIS UNIT

When changing places of installation or packing the unit for moving, be sure to remove the disc and return the disc table to its original position in the player. Then, press the power switch to turn the power off, and disconnect the power cord. Moving this unit with the disc loaded may result in damage to this unit.

Discs

Discs which can be played on this unit:

M Conventional audio CDs bearing the COMPACT DISC

DIGITAL AUDIO logo on the label.

M Properly finalized CD-R and CD-RW discs M MP3/WMA CDs

Note:

< Depending on the quality of the disc and/or the

condition of the recording, some CD-R/CD-RW discs may not be playable.

< Copy-protected discs and other discs which do

not conform to the CD standard may not play back correctly in this player. If you use such discs in this unit, TEAC Corporation and its subsidiaries cannot be responsible for any consequences or guarantee the quality of reproduction. If you experience problems with such non-standard discs, you should contact the producers of the disc.

< Always place the disc on the disc tray with the label

side uppermost. (Compact discs can be played or recorded only on one side.)

< To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on

the center of the case and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges.

< Discs should be returned to their cases after use to

avoid dust and scratches that could cause the laser pickup to ”skip”.

< Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or high humidity

and temperature for extended periods. Long exposure to high temperatures will warp the disc.

< Do not play any disc that is warped, deformed or

damaged. Playing such discs may cause irreparable harm to the playing mechanisms.

< CD-R and CD-RW discs are more sensitive to the

effects of heat and ultraviolet rays than ordinary CDs. It is important that they are not stored in a location where direct sunlight will fall on them, and which is away from sources of heat such as radiators or heatgenerating electrical devices.

< Printable CD-R and CD-RW discs aren’t recommended,

as the label side might be sticky and damage the unit.

< Do not stick papers or protective sheets on the discs

and do not use any protective coating spray.

< Use a soft oil-based felt-tipped pen to write the

information on the label side. Never use a ball-point or hard-tipped pen, as this may cause damage to the recorded side.

< Never use a stabilizer. Using commercially available CD

stabilizers with this unit will damage the mechanisms and cause them to malfunction.

ENGLISH

< If the disc becomes dirty, wipe the surface radially

from the center hole outward towards the outer edge with a soft and dry cloth.

< Never use such chemicals as record sprays, antistatic

sprays or fluid, benzine or thinner to clean the discs. Such chemicals will do irreparable damage to the disc’s plastic surface.

< Do not use irregular shape CDs (octagonal, heart

shaped, business card size, etc.). CDs of this sort can damage the unit.

< If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of a

CD-R/CD-RW disc, read the precautions supplied with the disc, or contact the disc manufacturer directly.

MP3 and WMA

iPod Compatibility

< This unit can play MP3 files recorded in various external

USB storage devices such as USB flash memory, MP3 player or HDD.

The HDD must be formatted FAT 16 or FAT 32, but not

NTFS.

< When more than 2000 files are recorded on the USB

memory, the unit might not be able to play them correctly.

< File names of MP3 or WMA should be alphanumeric

characters. This unit cannot display symbols and fullsize or double-byte characters (such as Japanese, Chinese, etc.) correctly. Also, be sure to use the file extension. (“.mp3” for MP3 files, “.wma” for WMA files.)

< MP3 files are mono or stereo MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3

format. This unit can play MP3 files with a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz, and a bit-rate of 320 kbps or less.

< This unit can play WMA files with a sampling frequency

of 44.1 kHz and a bit-rate of 192 kbps or less.

WMA stands for Windows Media Audio.

< Audio encoded at 128 kbps should sound close to

regular audio CD quality. Although this player will play lower bit-rate MP3 files, the sound quality becomes noticeably worse at lower bit-rates.

This unit can be connected to and used with the following iPod models.

iPod (5th generation) iPod classic iPod nano (1st to 5th generation) iPod touch (1st to 3rd generation)

< You cannot use following models in “Direct Mode” of

Display mode and for the timer:

iPod (5th generation) iPod nano (1st/2nd generation)

See page 27 for information about Display mode.

< This unit cannot output video from a connected iPod.

< To connect an iPod, use the USB cable supplied with

the iPod.

< It cannot be played if you connect an iPod shuffle to

this port.

Compatible iPod Software

In case your iPod will not work with the CR-H500 or with the remote control unit, software update may solve the problem. Visit the Apple website and download the latest iPod software.

Connecting Antennas (AM/FM)

AM Indoor Loop Antenna

The high-performance AM loop antenna provided with this unit is sufficient for good reception in most areas. To stand the loop antenna on a surface, fix the claw to the slot in the antenna base.

Connect the loop antenna’s wires to the AM antenna terminals. Place the antenna on a shelf or hang it on a window frame, etc., in the direction which gives the best reception. Keep all other wires such as power cords, speaker wires or interconnect wires as far away as possible from the antenna.

AM Outdoor Antenna

FM Indoor Antenna

Connect the lead-type FM antenna to the FM 75 socket, extend the lead and tune in your favourite station (see page 30). Adjust the antenna in a suitable location like a window frame or wall until the reception is best and then affix the antenna in that position using thumb tacks, push pins or any other suitable means.

ENGLISH

FM Outdoor Antenna

In an area where FM signals are weak, it may be necessary to use an FM outdoor antenna. Generally, a 3-element antenna will be sufficient; if you live in an area where the FM signals are particularly weak, it may be necessary to use one with 5 or more elements.

Make sure to connect the black wire to the GND terminal.

< If the AM loop antenna provided does not deliver

sufficient reception (often due to being too far from the transmitter or in a concrete building, etc.), it may be necessary to use an AM outdoor antenna.

Use either a high quality commercially available AM

antenna or, if not available, an insulated wire more than 5 m long. Strip one end, and connect this to the terminal as shown.

The antenna wire should be fitted outdoors or indoors

near a window. For better reception, connect the GND terminal to a reliable ground.

Note:

Even when using an AM outdoor antenna, do not disconnect the AM loop antenna.

< Disconnect the FM indoor antenna when using an

outdoor antenna.

Speaker Connections

SPEAKER

LINE

SUBWOOFER

Speaker Connections

CR-H500’s + (positive) terminals are red ( for the right speaker) and white (for the left speaker.) The _ (negative) terminals are black. The + side of the speaker cable is marked to make it distinguishable from the negative side of the cable. Connect this marked side to the red and white + terminals and the unmarked side to the black _ terminals of CR-H500 and speakers.

For European customers

In accordance with European safety regulations, it is not possible to connect banana plugs into the speaker terminals on European models. The holes into which banana plugs are inserted have been covered with black caps. Connect the speakers using spades or bare wires. If the black caps become separated from the terminals, return them to their original position.

CAUTION

< To avoid damaging the speakers with sudden high-

volume sound, be sure to switch the power off before connecting the speakers.

< Check the impedance of your speakers. Connect

speaker with an impedance of 6 ohms or more.

< Prepare the speaker cables for connection by

stripping off approximately 10 mm or less (no more as this could cause a short-circuit) of the outer insulation. Twist the wires tightly together to avoid tangles:

How to connect

1. Turn the terminal cap counter-clockwise to loosen it. The speaker terminal caps cannot be fully removed from the base.

2. Insert the wire into the terminal fully and turn the terminal cap clockwise to securely connect it:

SUBWOOFER OUT jack

Connect a commercially available powered subwoofer.

ENGLISH

3. Make sure it is fastened firmly by pulling the cable lightly.

Connections

Cassette deck, CD recorder, etc.

CAUTION

< Turn off the power of all the equipment before making connections.

< Read instructions of each component you intend to use with this unit.

< Be sure to insert each plug securely. To prevent hum and noise, do not bundle the connection cables with the power

cord or speaker cable.

LRLR

LINE OUT

LINE IN

C D

Tur nt able

AC Power Cord

Plug this cord into an AC wall socket.

< Unplug the power cord when you are not going to

use the unit for long periods of time.

AUX 1 jacks

These jacks transmit an analog 2-channel audio signal. Connect the components using commercially available RCA pin cables.

Make sure to connect the cables as follows:

white plug w white jack

(L: left channel)

red plug w red jack

(R:right channel)

SIGNAL GND

Connect the ground lead of the turntable to this terminal.

< This is not a safety earth.

< If the turntable’s ground lead is not connected to this

terminal, hum noise may be heard.

ENGLISH

White (L)

Red (R)

If you want to use a recorder (ex. a cassette deck or a CD recorder, etc.) with the CR-H500, connect the output jacks of the recorder to the AUX 1 IN jacks of the CR-H500, connect the input jacks of the recorder to the AUX 1 OUT jacks of the CR-H500.

< Be sure to insert each plug securely. To prevent

noise and humming, avoid bundling the signal interconnection cables together with the AC power cord or speaker cables.

PHONO jacks

Connect the turntable’s RCA pin cable to the PHONO jacks.

Make sure to connect the cables as follows:

white plug w white jack

(L: left channel)

red plug w red jack

(R:right channel)

White (L)

Red (R)

< Be sure to insert each plug securely. To prevent

noise and humming, avoid bundling the signal interconnection cables together with the AC power cord or speaker cables.

< Moving Magnet (MM) cartridges can be used for this

unit.

Part Names (main unit)

G H I J L NMKF

MULTI JOG

In TUNER mode, use this knob to tune in stations or select the preset stations. In iPod mode, use this knob to scroll up and down the menu. In CD/USB mode, use this knob to skip tracks/files during playback or in the stop mode.

Skip (.m/,/)

In CD/USB mode, use these buttons to skip tracks/files during playback or in the stop mode of the CD or USB. In iPod mode, use these buttons to skip songs during playback or in pause mode of the iPod. During playback, hold down these buttons to search for a track/file/song.

Remote sensor

When operating the remote control unit, point it towards the remote sensor.

Display

VOLUME

Turn this knob to adjust the volume.

< The volume level is memorized even if the unit turns

off.

STANDBY/ON

Press this switch to turn the unit on or off. The standby indicator turns red when the unit is in the standby mode. When the unit is turned on, the indicator turns blue.

PHONES

For private listening, insert the headphones plug into this jack, and adjust the volume by turning the VOLUME knob.

AUX 2 IN

Connect equipment such as a portable audio player using a 3.5 mm stereo mini plug cable.

TUNING MODE, ENTER, Open/Close (L)

In FM or AM mode, use this button to select the tuning mode. Use this button to set the time while setting the timer or the clock. In iPod mode, use this button to confirm selection in menus. In CD mode, use this button to open and close the disc tray.

RDS, Stop (H)

In FM mode, use this button to select an RDS mode. In USB/CD mode, use this button to stop playback.

BAND, Play/Pause (y/J)

Use this button to select FM, AM. In USB/iPod mode, use this button to start or pause playback of the iPod or USB. In CD mode, use this button to start or pause playback of the CD.

ENGLISH

USB port

Connect an iPod or external USB storage device.

SOURCE

Use this button to select a source.

MENU/FM MODE

Use this button to go back to previous menu of iPod. This button is equivalent to the MENU button on your iPod. In FM mode, use this button to select stereo or monaural.

Part Names (remote control unit)

STANDBY/ON

Press this button to turn the unit on or standby.

TUNER, CD, iPod/USB, AUX 1/2, PHONO

Use these buttons to select a source.

TIME SET

Use this button to adjust the clock and to set a timer.

TONE

Use this button to adjust bass and treble together with scroll button (˙ or ¥).

TIMER

Use this button to turn on or off the timer function.

FM MODE

In FM mode, use this button to select stereo or monaural.

REPEAT 1/ALL

In USB/iPod mode, use this button to set the repeat playback of the iPod or USB. In CD mode, use this button to set the repeat playback of the CD.

SHUFFLE

In USB/iPod mode, use this button to start shuffle playback of the iPod or USB. In CD mode, use this button to start shuffle playback of the CD.

Stop (H)

In USB mode, use this button to stop playback of the USB. In CD mode, use this button to stop playback of the CD.

PROGRAM

In USB/iPod mode, use this button to enter the programme mode of the USB. In CD mode, use this button to enter the programme mode of the CD. In programme mode, use this button to enter the selection. In TUNER mode, use this button to preset stations.

Play/Pause (y/J)

In USB/iPod mode, use this button to start or pause playback of the iPod or USB. In CD mode, use this button to start or pause playback of the CD.

MUTING

Use this button to mute the sound.

Use this button to go back to previous menu of iPod. This button is equivalent to the MENU button on your iPod.

ENTER

Use this button to set the time while setting the timer or the clock.

Skip (.//)

RECORD

Use this button to start recording to an USB device.

CLEAR

Use this button to clear tracks/files in programme mode.

VOLUME

Use these buttons to adjust the volume level.

Scroll (˙/¥)

In USB/iPod mode, use these buttons to select a folder or file of USB. Or use these buttons to scroll menu of the iPod. After pressing the TONE button these buttons are used to adjust treble and bass.

ENGLISH

DIMMER

Use this button to dim the display.

SLEEP

Use this button to set sleep timer.

INFO/RDS

In FM mode, use this button to select an RDS mode. Please ignore “INFO” on the remote control unit. (INFO function does not work on this unit.)

DISPLAY

Use this button to change what information is displayed during USB/iPod playback.

Remote Control Unit

The provided remote control unit allows the unit to be operated from a distance. When operating the remote control unit, point it towards the remote sensor on the front panel of the unit.

< Even if the remote control unit is operated within the

effective range, remote control operation may be impossible if there are any obstacles between the unit and the remote control unit.

< If the remote control unit is operated near other

appliances which generate infrared rays, or if other remote control devices using infrared rays are used near the unit, it may operate incorrectly.

Conversely, the other appliances may operate

incorrectly.

Battery Installation

1. Remove the battery compartment cover.

2. Insert two “AAA” dry batteries. Make sure that the

batteries are inserted with their positive “+” and negative “_” poles positioned correctly.

3. Close the cover.

Precautions Concerning Batteries

< Be sure to insert the batteries with positive “+” and

negative “_” polarities positioned correctly.

< Use batteries of the same type. Never use different

types of batteries together.

< Rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries can be

used. Refer to the precautions on their labels.

< When the remote control unit is not to be used for a

long time (more than a month), remove the batteries from the remote control unit to prevent them from leaking.

< If the batteries leak, wipe away the liquid inside the

battery compartment and replace the batteries with new ones.

< Do not use any other batteries not specified. Do not

mix new batteries with old ones or use different types of batteries together.

< Do not heat or disassemble batteries and never throw

them in the fire or water.

< Do not carry or store batteries with other metallic

objects. The battery may short circuit, leak or explode.

Battery Replacement

If the distance required between the remote control unit and main unit decreases, the batteries are exhausted. In this case replace the batteries with new ones.

< For more information about collection of batteries,

please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.

< Never recharge a battery unless it is a verified

rechargeable type.

Basic Operation (1)

Adjust the volume

To protect the speakers from a sudden high-volume sound, gradually turn up the volume to the required level with the VOLUME knob.

How to turn the unit on or off

Press the STANDBY/ON switch to turn the unit on or off.

The Standby/On indicator turns blue when the unit is turned on.

< When you turn on the system, the source that was

selected last time will start playback automatically.

How to select source

Every time the SOURCE button is pressed, the mode is changed as follows:

Standby/On indicator

Muting

To mute the sound temporarily, press the MUTING button. To cancel muting, press the MUTING button again or change the volume setting.

Dimmer

Press the DIMMER button to dim the display. Press the button again to cancel the dimmer function.

ENGLISH

TUNER USB/iPod PHONO

CD AUX2 AUX1

Or press the TUNER, iPod/USB, PHONO, AUX 1/2 or CD button on the remote control unit to select the source directly.

< This function will be cancelled when the unit is turned

off.

Basic Operation (2)

Listening through headphones

Insert the headphone plug into the PHONES jack, and adjust the volume. The sound from speakers and subwoofer will be cut off.

Disc Playback

How to adjust the bass and treble sound

You can change the bass and treble sound between “-10” to “+10”. Press the TONE button repeatedly to select BASS or TREBLE. And then press the scroll buttons (˙/¥) button to adjust the sound level within 5 seconds.

Press the STANDBY/ON button to turn the unit

on.

The Standby/On indicator turns from orange to blue. “No disc“ will be displayed if no disc has been inserted.

Press SOURCE button to select “CD.”

Press the open/close button (L).

3 5

Standby/On indicator

Place a disc on the tray with the printed label

facing up.

Press the play/pause button (y/J ) to start

playback.

Disc playback starts from the first track/file.

Audio CD

< The disc must be loaded centrally into the disc tray. If

the disc is not correctly loaded, it may not be possible to open the tray again once it has closed.

< Never place more than one disc on the tray.

< Do not stick labels or tapes on the disc.

< Do not use irregularly-shaped discs.

Press the open/close button (L) to close the tray.

< Keep fingers clear of moving tray to avoid trapping

them.

< It takes a few seconds for the unit to load a disc. No

buttons will work during loading. Wait until the total number of the tracks/files and the total play time of the disc are displayed.

Audio CD

The total number of the tracks and total play time of the disc are displayed.

CD/Stop T016 72:00

CD/Play T003 00:42

current track number elapsed time of the current track

MP3/WMA disc

CD/Play T003 00:42 MP3

current file number

< MP3/WMA files recorded out of folders are

automatically put in the “ROOT“’ folder, and playback starts from the first file of the ROOT folder.

< If there are folders that has no MP3/WMA file, this unit

skips them.

< During playback of MP3/WMA file, “title_artist_album“

is scrolled across the display.

< The unit stops automatically when playback of all the

tracks/files has finished.

< If you load a disc, and then press the play/pause

button (y/J) (or the SHUFFLE button of the remote control unit) without having first closed the disc tray, the disc tray closes and playback starts.

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MP3/WMA disc

The total number of files of the disc is displayed.

CD/Stop Total file 010

USB Playback

General Playback (disc/USB)

AC B

You can play MP3/WMA files by connecting various external USB storage devices such as USB flash memory.

Press the SOURCE button repeatedly to select

“USB/iPod”.

“Not connected” will be displayed if no USB device is connected.

Connect the external USB storage device to the

unit.

When an HDD device is connected to this unit, it may take several minutes to display the number of files.

To stop playback

Press the stop button (H) to stop playback.

To start playback again, press the play/pause button (y/J). Playback starts from the first track/file.

To suspend playback temporarily (pause mode)

Press the play/pause button (y/J) during playback. Playback stops at the current position. To resume playback, press the play/pause button (y/J).

To eject the disc

Press the play/pause button (y/J).

When the open/close button (L) is pressed, playback stops and the tray will open. Afer the disc is ejected, close the tray by pressing the open/close button (L).

< When CD is selected as the source, you can eject the

disc.

Folder Search

To skip to the next or a previous track/file

During playback, press the skip/scan buttons (.m/,/) repeatedly until the desired track/ file is found. The selected track/file will be played from the beginning. On the remote control unit use the skip buttons (.//).

In the stop or pause mode, press the skip/scan buttons (.m/,/) repeatedly until the track/file you want to listen to is found. Press the play/pause button (y/J) to start playback the selected track/file.

< When the .button is pressed during playback,

the track/file being played will be played from the beginning. To return to the beginning of the previous track/file, press the .button twice.

You can select a folder and a file during playback or when stopped.

Press the scroll buttons (˙/¥) to select a folder.

Press the ENTER button.

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< During programmed playback, the next or previous

track/file in the program is played.

Search for a part of a track/file

During playback, hold down the skip/scan buttons (.m/,/) and release it when the part you want to listen to is found.

< In USB mode, no sound is emitted while searching.

< The unit stops when the end of the last track/file is

reached.

If you want to select a file, press the scroll

buttons (˙/¥).

< The selection moves within the folder.

Press the ENTER button.

Playback starts from the selected file.

Programmed Playback

Up to 32 tracks/files can be programmed in the desired order.

Press the PROGRAM button in the stop mode.

When CD is selected

P-00 T000 T016 72:00

When USB is selected

P00 T0000 Total File 0130

Press the scroll buttons (˙/¥) to select a track/

file.

Within 5 seconds, press the PROGRAM button.

When CD is selected

P-01 T012 T016 72:00

When USB is selected

P01 T0012 Total File 0130

< Repeat steps 2 and 3 to programme more tracks/

files.

< If you made a mistake, press the CLEAR button.

The last programmed number will be deleted.

< Up to 32 tracks/files can be programmed. If you

attempt to programme more than 32 tracks/files, “PFULL (Programme is full)” is displayed and no more tracks/files can be programmed.

When CD is selected

P-01 T002 T016 72:00

When USB is selected

P01 T0012 Total File 0130

When programming has finished, press the

play/pause button (y/J) to start programmed playback.

When the playback of all the programmed tracks/files has finished, or if the stop button (H) or the STANDBY/ ON button is pressed, the programme mode will be cancelled.

< If the unit is disconnected from the power supply, the

programmed contents will be erased.

To check the programmed order

In the stop mode, press the PROGRAM button repeatedly. The track/file number and programme number will be shown on the display.

To change or add a track/file to the programme

To delete a track/file from the programme

In the stop mode, press the PROGRAM button repeatedly until the programme number appears to be deleted on the display, then press the CLEAR button. The selected track/file is deleted from the programme.

To clear the programme

1. In the stop mode, press the PROGRAM button.

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In the stop mode, press PROGRAM button repeatedly until the program number for which you want to change the track/file appears on the display. Then select a track/file using the scroll buttons (5/b). The previous track/file is replaced with the newly selected one. If you want to add a track/file to the end of the programme, press the PROGRAM button repeatedly until “P-END” briefly appears on the display. Then select a track/file using the scroll buttons (5/b). The track/file is added to the programme.

2. Hold down the CLEAR button for more than 4 seconds.

< In the following cases, the programmed contents will

also be cleared: pressing the STANDBY/ON button opening the disc tray disconnecting the AC power cord

Shuffle Playback

Repeat Playback

When the SHUFFLE button is pressed, the tracks/files on the disc or USB device will be played randomly.

When CD is selected

CD/Random T003 00:07

When USB is selected

USB/Random T0003 00:07 WMA

< If you press the / button during shuffle playback,

next track/file will be randomly selected and played. If you press the .button, the currently played track/ file will be played from the beginning. A track/file cannot be replayed during shuffle playback.

< To cancel shuffle playback, press the SHUFFLE button.

< To stop shuffle playback, press the stop button (H).

Every time the REPEAT 1/ALL button is pressed, the mode is changed as follows:

RPT 1 (repeat one track/file)

RPT Folder (repeat folder)

(Only MP3/WMA files)

RPT ALL (repeat all the tracks/files)

(Repeat Off )

< When the stop button (H) is pressed the repeat mode

is cancelled.

Repeat One Track/File (RPT 1)

The track/file being played will be played repeatedly. If you select another track/file in “RPT 1” mode, the track/file you selected will be played repeatedly.

If you select “RPT 1” mode in the stop mode and

select a track/file, the selected track/file will be played repeatedly.

Repeat Folder (RPT Folder) (MP3/WMA files only)

All the files in the folder will be played repeatedly. If you select another folder in “RPT Folder” mode, the files in the folder will be played repeatedly.

< You can not select “RPT Folder” mode in the stop

mode.

Repeat All (RPT ALL)

All the tracks/files will be played repeatedly.

< In the program mode, the programmed contents are

played repeatedly.

Display

During playback, press the DISPLAY button repeatedly to change the information on the display.

Audio CD:

Display changes as follows:

current track number and elapsed time of the current track

CD/Play T003 00:42

current track number and remaining time of the current track

CD/Play T003 -03:02

Listening to iPod (1)

Press the SOURCE button repeatedly to select

“USB/iPod”.

Connect your iPod using the USB cable supplied

with iPod.

The iPod automatically turns on and starts playback from the iPod music list. When the iPod is connected while the CR-H500 is set to other source, the iPod will turn on and enter the pause mode.

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MP3/WMA files:

Default display (scrolling):

Title - Artist Name - Album Name

Display changes as follows:

Default display (scrolling)

Current file number and elapsed time

File Name

Artist Name

Album Name

Title

< The iPod battery will be fully recharged when the iPod

is docked and the CR-H500 is on.

< When the iPod is connected to the CR-H500, the

headphones jack of the iPod can not output the sound.

If you want to listen to the sound from your

headphones, connect your headphones to the CRH500’s PHONES jack.

Listening to iPod (2)

To pause playback

During playback, press the play/pause button (G/J) to pause playback. Playback stops at the current position. To resume playback, press the play/pause button (G/J) again.

To skip to the next or a previous song

Search for a part of a song

During playback, hold down the skip buttons (.//) and release it when the part you want to listen to is found.

To go back to the previous menu

During playback or in pause mode, press the skip buttons (.//) repeatedly until the desired song is found.

< When the . button is pressed during playback, the

song being played will be played from the beginning. If you want to play the previous songs, press the . button twice or more.

Press the MENU button to go back to the previous menu. This button is equivalent to the MENU button on your iPod.

Select the menu item

Press the scroll buttons (˙/¥) of the remote control unit to scroll to the menu item you want, and then press the ENTER button.

Repeat playback

Every time the REPEAT 1/ALL button is pressed, the mode is changed as follows:

Play (normal playback)

RPT 1 (repeat 1 song)

RPT ALL (repeat all the songs in the list)

Shuffle playback

Changing the display mode

You can select the iPod screen or CR-H500 display to show the menu.

When the iPod is connected, hold down the MENU button for more than 4 seconds to select which display to be used.

Direct Mode (default)

Select this to use the screen of the iPod. Menu appears on the screen of the iPod. The display of the CR-H500 constantly shows “Direct Mode”.

Extended mode

Select this to use the display of the CR-H500. Information on the songs is displayed on the display of the CR-H500.

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During playback, press the SHUFFLE button to change the shuffle mode.

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RDM Songs

RDM Album

When you select “RDM Songs”, the iPod shuffles songs within the list you choose to play. When you select “RDM Album”, the iPod plays all the songs on an album in order, and then randomly selects another album in the list and plays through it in order.

< Song/Album/Artist names of songs should be

alphanumeric characters. This unit cannot display symbols and full-size or double-byte characters (such as Japanese, Chinese, etc.) correctly.

Before Recording

Recording to USB

CAUTION

< Do not disconnect the USB storage device during

recording. Do not disconnect the power cord during recording. It may cause damage to the products.

< Adjust the volume of the external audio source to

suitable level before recording. If not, the recording quality becomes poor.

Note

< The recorded files are saved in the AUDIO folder.

< The FILE NAME is fixed up automatically in regular

sequence like “Audio001.MP3”, “Audio002.MP3”, ……. For Example: If there are “Audio004.MP3” and “Audio009.MP3” files in the AUDIO folder, and you make a recording, a new file will be “Audio010.MP3”.

< Before recording check the remaining capacity of the

USB storage device using your PC.

You cannot check the remaining memory capacity

with this unit.

You can record a source of radio broadcast and external device to the external USB storage device as MP3 files.

Connect the external USB storage device to the

USB port of the CR-H500.

Select a source to be recorded.

< iPod/USB can not be selected.

Press the RECORD button.

< This unit can record up to 2000 files to the USB device.

< The maximum time of the recorded file is 90 minutes

and new file is created when the time exceeds 90 minutes. When a new file is created, recording will pause for a few second.

< You cannot record music from an iPod.

< A track recorded onto a USB storage device is

converted to a MP3 file at a bit rate of 128 kbps.

Recording starts.

< You cannot record to an external USB storage device if

there is no free space or the device is locked.

To stop recording

Press the stop button (H).

Deleting a file from USB

You can delete a file on the external USB storage device.

In the stop mode, press the scroll buttons (˙/¥)

to select a folder.

Press the ENTER button.

Within 3 seconds, press the CLEAR button.

< The delete mode will be cancelled if you do not press

the CLEAR button within 3 seconds.

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Press the scroll buttons (˙/¥) to select the file

which you want to delete from the USB device.

Hold down the CLEAR button for more than 4

seconds.

“Delete?” is displayed.

Listening to FM/AM

Press the SOURCE button repeatedly to select

TUNER mode.

Select FM or AM by pressing the BAND button

repeatedly.

Select the desired tuning mode.

Each time the TUNING MODE button is pressed, the tuning mode changes as follows:

Manual Tune

Auto Tune

Preset Tune

Select the station you want to listen to.

Manual tuning mode

Turn the MULTI JOG knob until the station you want to listen to is found. On the remote control, press the scroll buttons (˙/¥) repeatedly. The frequency changes by a fixed step (FM: 50 kHz steps, AM: 9 kHz steps).

Auto tuning mode

Turn the MULTI JOG knob to start auto tuning. When a station is found, the unit tunes in the station automatically. Repeat this step until the station you want to listen to is found.

< Press the ENTER button to stop the auto tuning.

Preset tuning mode

Turn the MULTI JOG knob to select a preset channel. On the remote control, press the skip buttons (.//) repeatedly. The selected preset channel is tuned in.

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Teac CR-H500 User Manual

Contents

Before Use

MP3 and WMA

iPod Compatibility

Speaker Connections

Connections

Part Names (main unit)

Part Names (remote control unit)

Remote Control Unit

Disc Playback

USB Playback

General Playback (disc/USB)

Programmed Playback

Shuffle Playback

Repeat Playback

Before Recording

Recording to USB

Listening to FM/AM