Aiwa NSX-SZ103 User manual

AIWA-04287
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Compact Disc
Stereo
System
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
8B-NFC-905-01
001125AMI-AR-S

PRECAUTIONS
Read these Operating Instructions carefully and completely
before operating the unit. All precautions on this booklet
and on the unit should be strictly followed.
Keep the Operating Instructions for future reference.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION ATTENTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK || RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
DO NOT OPEN NE PAS QUVRIR
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
This compact disc player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER
product.
The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the exterior.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
CAUTION!
Invisible laser radiation when open and
interlocks defeated. Avoid exposure to beam.
WARNING
This appliance is supplied with a fitted three pin mains piug.
A 5 amp fuse is fitted in the plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced, use a 5 amp fuse approved
by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. When replacing the fuse, you
must ensure that any removable fuse covers are correctly
refitted.
If you should tose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest
AIWA dealer.
DO NOT CUT OFF THE PLUG FROM THIS APPLIANCE.
lf the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your
home, or the cable is too short to reach a power point, obtain
an appropriate safety approved extension lead or adaptor. If in
any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
If the plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of the plug
immediately. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS
INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted please ensure it contains a 5 amp
fuse, otherwise the circuit should be protected by a 5 amp
fuse at the distribution board.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code:
BLUE — NEUTRAL
BROWN — LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance
may not correspond with the colour markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the
farminal whinh is marked by the latter N ar coloured WY AMY
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the
terminal which is marked by the letter L or coloured RED.
DO NOT connect either the BLUE or BROWN wires in the
mains lead to the earth terminal (marked with the letter E or
by the earth symbol & or coloured GREEN or GREEN/
YELLOW) of a three pin plug.

Installation
1 Water and moisture — Do not use this unit near water,
such as near a bathtub, washbowl, swimming pool, or the
like.
2 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
or greater than 35°C.
3 Mounting surface — Place the unit ona flat, even surface.
4 Ventilation — The unit should be situated with adequate
space around it so that proper heat ventilation is assured.
Allow 10 cm 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 ventilation openings.
- Do not install the unit in a bookcase, cabinet, or airtight
rack where ventilation may be impeded.
5 Objects and liquid entry — Take care that objects or
liquids do not get inside the unit through the ventilation
openings.
6 Carts and stands — When placed or mounted on a stand
or cart, the unit should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause
the unit or cart to overturn or fall.
7 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.
8 Wall or ceiling mounting — The unit should not be
mounted on a wall or ceiling, unless specified in the
Operating Instructions.
Electric Power
1 Power sources — Connect this unit only to power sources
specified in the Operating Instructions, and as marked on
the unit.
2 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 power socket and extension cords
beyond their capacity, as this could result in fire or shock.
3 When not in use — Unplug the AC power cord from the
power socket if the unit will not be used for several months
or more. When the cord is plugged in, a small amount of
current continues to flow to the unit, even when the power
is turned off.
Maintenance
Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating
Instructions.
Damage Requiring Service
Have the units serviced by a qualified service technician if:
- The AC power cord or plug has been damaged
- Foreign objects or liquid have gotten inside the unit
- The unit has been exposed to rain or water
- The unit does not seem to operate normally
- The unit exhibits a marked change in performance
- The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE UNIT YOURSELF.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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System and accessories
NSX-SZ103
CX-NSZ103 Compact disc stereo cassette receiver
SX-NSZ102 Front speakers
Remote control
FM antenna
MW/LW antenna

PREPARATIONS
Connection
3
Connect
the
AC
power
cord
to
the
wall
socket.
Remote
control
:
When
the
AC
power
cord
is
connocted
to
the
wall
socket
Plug
in
the
AC
power
cord
to
the
wall
socket
after
all
other
for
the
first
time,
DEMO
appears
on
the
display
Detach
the
battery
compartment
lid
at
the
rear
of
the
remote
connections
are
made.
To
deactivate
the
DEMO
ress
WH
control
and
insert
two
R6
(size
AA)
batteries
with
correct
larity.
7
Connect
the
speakers.
©
Do
not
short-circuit
the
@
and
©
speaker
cord
leads.
ea
Connect
the
right
front
speaker
to
the
SPEAKERS
R
—¢
Do
not
leave
objects
generating
magnetism
or
objects
ee
terminals
and
the
left
to
the
SPEAKERS
L
terminals.
The
affected
by
magnetism
near
the
speakers.
G7
speaker cords with the white stripes go to the @ terminals.
R6(AA)
e Replace the batteries with new ones when the operational
distance between the remote control and main unit becomes
shorter.
Remove the batteries if the unit is not going to be used for
an extended period of time.
2
Connect
the
supplied
antennas.
¢
The
remote
control
may
not
operate
if it
is
used
under
intense
Connect
the
FM
antenna
to
the
FM
75
Q
terminals
and
sunlight,
etc.,
or
if
its
line
of
sight
is
obstructed.
the
MW/LW
antenna
to
the
MW/LW
LOOP
terminals.

PARTS AND CONTROLS
Main unit: rear
@ MW/LW LOOP, FM 75 © terminals
Plug in the supplied MW/LW and FM antennas here.
@ VIDEO/AUX jacks
Accepts analog sound signals from external equipment.
Connect using an optional connecting cable with RCA
phono plugs (red plug to R jack, white plug to L jack).
Refer also to the operating instructions of your equipment.
To switch function to external input, press FUNCTION
repeatedly to select the VIDEO (AUX/TV) function.
Tip:
To change the displayed name for this function, select
the LW radio function, then hold down FUNCTION and
press POWER repeatedly. The displayed name changes
among VIDEO, AUX and TV.
© SPEAKERS“ terminals
Connect the speaker cord of the supplied speakers here.
© AC power cord

Main unit: front
o Oo 989 8 8
@ POWER STANDBY/ON
Switches the unit on and off (standby).
© GRAPHIC EQUALIZER
Selects a sound equalization curve.
T-BASS
Emphasizes low frequency sound.
© PHONES jack
Plug in here an optional headphones set with a standard
stereo plug (26.3 mm). Speaker output is canceled.
4)
16)
\7)
DISC CHANGE
Rotates the CD trays.
4 OPEN/CLOSE
Opens or closes the disc compartment.
DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3
Selects a CD tray.
Starts recording.
>
Plays back the tape.
<<, >>
Rewinds or fast forwards the tape.
g/A
Stops tape playback or recording and opens the cassette
holder.
TT
Pauses tape playback or recording.
FUNCTION
Switches the active function among tape, radio, external
equipment (VIDEO/AUX/TV), and CD.
VOLUME /\UP, \V DOWN
Adjusts the volume.
8)
19)
PRESET
CD: plays back the CD.
Radio: tunes into a preset station.
HISET
CD: pauses playback.
Radio: stores the received station to preset.
MCLEAR
CD: stops playback.
Radio: clears a station preset.
<< /I4< DOWN, PP/PPIUP TUNING
CD: skips to a previous or a succeeding track when
pressed, searches a track in fast forward or fast reverse
playback when held down.
Radio: manually tunes down or up within the band.
Plays back the tape.
<<, >>
Rewinds or fast forwards the tape.
g/A
Stops tape playback or recording and opens the cassette
holder.
il
Pauses tape playback.

Remote control
Buttons with same or similar names with the main unit basically
have the same function.
@ DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3
© 0-9, +10
CD: selects a CD track of the specified number.
Radio: tunes in to the station with the specified preset
number.
© The numbered buttons take on these functions when pressed
together with SHIFT held down:
e.g.)
"Press SHIFT+SLEEP on the remote control" indicates
"Hold down SHIFT and press '8'(SLEEP)", so that you
can use ‘Sleep timer’ function.
CD EDIT/CHECK
Displays the remaining playback time of a CD when
pressed during playback.
Enters Al Edit Recording or Programmed Edit Recording
mode when pressed during stop.
PRGM
Enters programmed CD playback mode.
RANDOM/REPEAT
Enters random or repeat CD playback mode.
GEQ
Selects a sound equalization curve.
T-BASS
TIMER
Enters timer setting mode.
SLEEP
Enters sleep-timer setting mode.
CLOCK
Enters clock adjustment mode or dimmer adjustment
mode.
MONO TUNER
Switches between stereo or monaural FM reception.
BAND
Switches the radio band.
© SHIFT
Hold down when pressing a numbered button to change
its function to that printed above the number.
© IISET
PRESET
<4<4/1<< DOWN, >/PPIUP TUNING
MCLEAR
VOL(A, V)
@ POWER
@ FUNCTION

ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE OPERATIONS
fISET = |
POWER
®STANDBY/ON VOLUME
= NUP, V/ DOWN
. << >>
Power DEMO
Turning the unit on
Press POWER ¢)STANDBY/ON (POWER on the remote
control).
Turning the unit off
Press POWER ®STANDBY/ON again.
The unit goes into standby.
Volume
Press VOLUME AAUP, DOWN (VOL A, on
the remote control).
Adjust from 0 (minimum) to 30 and MAX (maximum).
Tip:
Volume level setting is retained during power-off standby. If
the unit is turned off with the volume set to 17 or more, it is
automatically turned down to 16 the next time the unit is turned
on.
If the clock has not been set, a DEMO appears on the display
when the unit is turned off.
To deactivate the DEMO
Press Hf.
To activate the DEMO
Press >.
Dimmer
Adjusts the brightness of the display.
1 Press SHIFT+CLOCK twice on the remote control.
2 Press << or ®P to select one of the three
dimmer modes or "DIM-OFF’, and press BESET.
"DIM-OFF’ is the brightest and "DIMMER 3° is the
dimmest. If there is no button input for 4 seconds, setting
is canceled.
To cancel the dimmer
Repeat the above and select "DIM-OFF".
Setting the clock
Press SHIFT+GLOGK once on the remote control.
When the unit is turned off, you can also press HESET.
2 Press <4<@ or BP to set the time.
Each press changes the time in 1-minute steps. Holding
it down changes the time in 10-minute steps.
If <q or BP is not pressed within 4 seconds, setting
is canceled.
3 Press BESET.
The time display stops flashing and the clock starts from
00 seconds.
To display the time
Press SHIFT+CLOCK on the remote control.
The time will be displayed for 4 seconds, but it cannot be
displayed during recording.
To switch to the 24-hour standard
Display the time and press Ml within 4 seconds.
With each press, the clock alternates between the 12-hour
standard and the 24-hour standard.
Tip:
In the 12-hour standard, "AM 12:00" indicates midnight
and "PM 12:00" noon.
If the clock display flashes when the unit is turned
off
There has been a power interruption. Re-set the clock.

SOUND ADJUSTMENTS
GRAPHIC
EQUALIZER
T-BASS | __ ff
Graphic equalizer
Selects a sound equalization curve to match the music type.
Press GRAPHIC EQUALIZER (SHIFT+GEQ on the
remote control) repeatedly to select one of the three
equalization curves.
The active equalization is marked by a "J" on the display.
- ROCK: Powerful sound emphasizing treble and bass
- POP: More presence in the vocals and midrange
- CLASSIC: Enriched sound with heavy bass and fine treble
To cancel equalization
Press GRAPHIC EQUALIZER (SHIFT+GEQ on the remote
control) repeatedly until "GEQ OFF" is displayed.
T-BASS
Super T-BASS
Emphasizes low frequencies for a powerful sound.
Press T-BASS (SHIFT+T-BASS on the remote control)
repeatedly to select one of the three emphasis levels
or the off position.
e When the sound becomes distorted with the T-BASS effect,
cancel It.

CD OPERATIONS
DISC CHANGE
DISC DIRECT
PLAY 1-3
This unit plays back finalized CD-R/RW discs as well as audio
CDs.
Playback
7 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select the CD
function.
2 Load disc(s)
Press 4 OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc compartment and
place one or two disc(s) with the labeled side up.
To place three discs, press DISC CHANGE so that the trays
rotate, then place the third one. Lastly, close the
compartment with 4 OPEN/CLOSE.
e When loading an 8-cm (3-inch) disc, place it on the
inner circle of the tray.
3 To play all discs, press ®.
To play one desired disc, press DISC DIRECT
PLAY 1-3.
To stop playback
Press Ml.
10
FUNCTION
DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 _
RANDOM/
REPEAT
0-9,+10
FUNCTION
>
<< >>
To pause playback
Press Il. Press again to resume playback.
To skip to the beginning of the current/preceding/
succeeding track
Press <@<@ or BP repeatedly.
To search (playback in fast forward or fast reverse)
Hold down <¢< or B. Release at the desired point.
To select a track with the remote control
Press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc and then press
the numbered buttons to select a track.
- To select track 25, press +10, +10 and 5.
- To select track 10, press +10 and 0.
To display the remaining playback time of the CD
Press SHIFT+CD EDIT/CHECK on the remote control. Press
again to return to the elapsed time display.
eRemaining playback time cannot be displayed during
random playback or programmed playback.
To replace disc(s) during playback without
interruntian
While one disc is being played back, press DISC CHANGE so
that the compartment opens, replace disc(s) with other one(s),
and press DISC CHANGE to close the compartment.
Random /Repeat playback
Random playback plays all the tracks on one desired disc or all
the discs in random order. Repeat playback plays all the tracks
repeatedly on one desired disc or all the discs.
7 Press SHIFT+RANDOM/REPEAT repeatedly on
the remote control to select one of the following
modes:
- Random playback: "RANDOM' lights up.
- Repeat playback: "Cy" lights up.
- Random and repeat playback: "RANDOM" and "G"
lights up.
2 To play one desired disc, press DISC DIRECT
PLAY 1-3.
To play all discs, press B.
To cancel random/repeat playback
Press SHIFT+RANDOM/REPEAT repeatedly on the remote
control so that both "RANDOM" and "G" disappear on
the display.
To repeat a selected set of tracks
Select the tracks with programmed playback, then press
SHIFT+RANDOM/REPEAT on the remote control to select
repeat playback.
¢ |t is impossible to play a selected set of tracks in random
order.

Programmed playback
Plays back up to 30 selected tracks in programmed order.
7 Press SHIFT+PRGM on the remote control during
stop.
"PRGM' lights up on the display.
2 Press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc.
Go to the next step when the tray stops rotating.
3 Press the numbered buttons on the remote
control to program a track.
The selected track number lights up on the display.
-To select the 25th track, press +10, +10 and 5.
-To select the 10th track, press +10 and 0.
4 Repeat step 2 and 3 to program other tracks.
5 Press >.
e During programmed playback, you cannot select a disc or
a track with the numbered buttons. "CAN'T USE" is
displayed when you try to select a track .
elf the total playback time of the program exceeds 99:59
minutes, or if a track with a track number exceeding 30 is
programmed, the playing time is displayed as "- -:- -".
e You cannot program more than 30 tracks. "FULL" is
displayed.
To check the program
Press <@<@ or BP repeatedly during stop. The dise number,
track number and program number are displayed in
succession.
To clear the program
Press MICLEAR during stop. "PRGM'" disappears on the
display.
To add tracks to the program
Repeat step 2 and 3 before starting playback. The tracks are
added to the end of the program.
To change the programmed tracks
Clear the program and reselect the tracks in your desired order.
Notes on CDs
© Do not place more than one disc on one tray.
¢ Do not tilt the unit with discs loaded.
e The unit may not play a CD-R/RW disc recorded on personal
computers or certain kinds of CD-R/RW recorders.
© Do not attach adhesive label, etc. to either side of a CD-R/
RW disc, as doing so may cause malfunction.
¢ Do not load an unrecorded CD-R/RW disc. The disc may be
damaged.
¢ Do not use irregular-shaped CDs.
11

RADIO OPERATIONS
a
Manual tuning
7 Press SHIFT+BAND repeatedly on the remote
control to select a band.
The unit switches to the radio from any other function and
alternates between FM, MW and LW.
You can also press FUNCTION repeatedly to select the
desired radio band.
2 Press << DOWN or PUP to tune in to a
station.
"TUNE' is displayed when a station is tuned in.
"((t(@))" lights up for FM stereo reception.
To search for a station automatically (Auto Search)
Hold down <@<@ DOWN or BB UP.
The unit searches for a station up or down the band and stops
at reception.
To stop the search manually, press<<d DOWN or BB UP.
¢ Auto Search may not stop at stations with weak signals.
12
BAND
FUNCTION
Preset tuning
Preset your favorite stations and tune them in directly.
Presetting stations
7 Press either SHIFT+BAND on the remote control
or FUNCTION to select the band.
2 Press << DOWN or UP to tune in to the
desired station.
3 Press BESET to store the station.
The preset number, beginnig from "1", appears on the
display.
4 Repeat step to 3 to preset other stations.
¢ You cannot store more than a total of 32 preset stations.
"FULL" is displayed.
Tuning in to preset stations
On the unit
7 Press FUNCTION to select the band.
2 Press PRESET repeatedly.
With each press, the station with the succeeding preset
number is tuned in.
On the remote control
7 Press either SHIFT+BAND or FUNCTION to select
the band.
2 Press the numbered buttons for the preset
number of your desired station.
- To select preset number 20, press +10, +10 and 0.
- To select preset number 15, press +10 and 5.
To clear a preset station
1 Tune in to the station by preset tuning.
2 Press MICLEAR, then press HNSET within 4 seconds.
Preset numbers of preset stations in the band with higher
numbers decrease by one.

Adjustments
Antennas
Keep antennas away from metallic objects, electrical equipment
and cords.
FM antenna: Extend fully and position for the best reception.
If receiving condition is poor, connect optional outdoor antenna
to FM 75 Q terminal.
MW/LW antenna: Rotate to find best reception.
To switch to monaural FM reception
Press SHIFT+MONO TUNER on the remote control. With each
press, "MONO" and "STEREO" are displayed alternately
on the display.
Tip:
When FM stereo reception is poor, switching to monaural
reduces noise.
To switch the MW tuning interval
1 Press either SHIFT+BAND on the remote control or
FUNCTION to select FM radio.
2 Hold down FUNCTION on the main unit and press POWER.
With each press, the MW tuning interval alternates between
9 kHz/step and 10 kH2/step.
Tip:
The default is 9 kHz/step. Change it only when using the unit
ina 10 kH2/step area. Switching MW tuning interval clears all
the preset stations.
13

TAPE OPERATIONS
Playback
Use only type | (normal) tapes.
7 Insert the tape in either deck.
Press Ml/ to open the cassette holder, and insert with
the exposed side down and playback side facing out from
the unit. Push the cassette holder to close.
2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select the tape
function.
3 Press B on the deck to play back.
e The remote control cannot be used to operate the tape deck.
14
0-9,+10
FUNCTION
To stop playback
Press M/A.
To pause playback
Press Bl. Press again to resume.
To fast forward or rewind
Press <@<4 or >>.
Tip:
When B> on both decks are pressed, DECK 2 takes
precedence.
Notes on cassettes
e Use of 120-minute or longer tapes is not recommended
since they are extremely thin and easily deformed or
damaged.
e Jake up any slack in the tape with a pencil or similar tool
before use. Slack tape may jam in the mechanism.
Basic recording
Use only type | (normal) tapes. DECK 1 is the recording deck.
Only one side of the tape can be recorded at a time.
7 Insert the recording tape in DECK 1.
Press Ml/& to open the cassette holder, and insert with
the exposed side down and the side to be recorded on
facing out from the unit.
Wind up the tape to the desired point if needed.
2 Prepare the source.
To record CD(s), select the CD function and load disc(s).
To record a radio broadcast, tune in to the desired station.
To record a tape, select the tape function and insert the
source tape in DECK 2.
To record from connected external equipment, select the
VIDEO (AUX/TV) function and prepare the equipment.
3 Press @ to start recording.
B is pressed at the same time.
When recording a CD, CD playback starts automatically.
When recording a tape or input from connected equipment,
manually start playback of the source.
e When recording on tape, close the disc compartment before
starting to record.
e Volume or tone adjustment does not affect recording.
¢ While recording on tape, do not press any button
on DECK 2.
To stop recording
Press Ml/& on DECK 1.
To pause recording
Press # on DECK 1. Press again to resume.
To record a selected set of tracks from a CD
Program the desired tracks (see "Programmed playback") and
then press @.

To record a CD from a desired point
1 Search for the desired point and press Mf for the CD.
2 Press @. CD pause is released automatically as recording
starts.
To eliminate squealing or beating sounds when
recording MW or LW broadcast
Press SHIFT+MONO TUNER repeatedly on the remote control.
The dot appears and disappears on the display. Select the
mode with better reception.
To erase a tape
1 Press FUNCTION and select the tape function.
2 Insert the tape in DECK 1. Wind up the tape to the desired
point if needed.
3 Press @.
Fdited CD recording
Al Edit Recording
When recording a whole CD, Al Edit Recording takes the length
of your tape into account and rearranges the recording order of
the tracks if necessary, so that no track is cut short at the end
of the side. Prepare a tape long enough to record the CD.
7 Insert the recording tape in DECK 1 and wind it
up to the beginning.
2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select the CD
function and load the disc.
3 Press SHIFT+CD EDIT/CHECK once on the remote
control.
The "EDIT" indicator lights up and “Al C-OO" appears
on the display.
4 Press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc.
5 Press the numbered buttons on the remote
control to enter the length of the recording tapo.
10 to 99 minutes can be specified.
- For a 60-minute tape press 6 and 0.
In a few seconds, the unit determines the tracks to be
recorded for each side.
The recording time left for side A appears on the display.
© <4<4 and &P can also be used to specify tape length.
6 Press @ on DECK 1 to start recording on side A.
Go to the next step when the tape reaches the end of the
side.
7 Press SHIFT+CD EDIT/CHECK once on the remote
control.
The recording time left for side B appears on the display.
8 Turnover the tape and press @ to start recording
on side B.
e Al edit recording cannot be used with discs with more than
30 tracks. "TR OVER" is displayed.
Programmed Edit Recording
As you program the CD tracks to record, Programmed Edit
Recording displays the remaining recording time for each side
of the tape, so you can easily select a set of desired tracks
within the length of your fape.
7 Insert the recording tape in DECK 1 and wind it
up to the beginning.
2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select the CD
function and load the disc.
3 Press SHIFT+CD EDIT/CHECK twice on the
remote control.
The "PRGM" and “EDIT" indicators light up and
"PRGMC-OO" appears on the display.
4 Press the numbered buttons on the remote
control to antor the lanoth of tha rasording bapa.
10 to 99 minutes can be specified.
© <4<4 and PP can also be used to specify tape length.
5 Press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 to select a disc.
Then, press the numbered buttons on the remote
control to select the first track to be recorded on
side A.
-To select the 25th track, press +10, +10 and 5.
-To select the 10th track, press +10 and 0.
6 Repeat step 5 to select the rest of the tracks for
side A.
The remaining recording time of side A is displayed. You
cannot select a track with a longer playing time.
7 Press SHIFT+CD EDIT/CHECK on the remote
control to switch to side B and select the tracks
for the side.
8 Press SHIFT+CD EDIT/CHECK on the remote
control to switch back to side A and press @ to
start recording on side A.
Go to the next step when the tape reaches the end of the
side.
9 Press SHIFT+CD EDIT/CHECK on the remote
control to switch to side B, turn over the tape,
and press @ to start recording on side B.
e You cannot program more than 30 tracks. "FULL" is
displayed.
e You cannot program a track with a track number larger than
30.
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To stop recording
Press
Ml/&
on
DECK
1.
Recording
and
CD
playback
stop
simultaneously.
To change the program of each side
Press SHIFT+ CD EDIT/CHECK on the remote control to select
side A or B, and press MICLEAR to clear the program for the
selected side. Then, select tracks again.
To clear the edit program
Press MBICLEAR twice so that "EDIT" disappears from the
display.
To check the program
1 Before recording, press SHIFT+CD EDIT/CHECK on the
remote control to select side A or B.
2 Press <@<@ or BP repeatedly. The track number and
program number are displayed in succession.
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To prevent accidental erasure
Break off the plastic tab of the cassette tape with a screwdriver
or other pointed tool. To record on the tape again, cover the
detection slot with adhesive tape.
Tab for side A

TIMER OPERATIONS
FUNCTION
POWER
O®STANDBY/ON
VOLUME
NUP, VV DOWN
WISET SLEEP
FUNCTION
a/sA << >>
> VOL
A ss AN
<< >>
Sleep timer Timer
Turns off the unit automatically after a specified time.
7 Press SHIFT+SLEEP on the remote control.
"SLEEP" appears on the display.
2 Press <<4 or > repeatedly to set the sleep
timer duration.
With each press, the timer duration changes in 5-minute
steps between 5 to 240 minutes. If there is no button input
for 4 seconds, the current setting is entered automatically.
The unit turns off after the selected time.
Tip:
The display is dimmed while the sleep timer is active.
To check the remaining time until the unit turns off
Press SHIFT+SLEEP on the remote control. The remaining
time is displayed for 4 seconds.
To cancel the sleep timer
Press SHIFT+SLEEP twice on the remote control so that
"SLEEP oF F’ is displayed.
Turns on the unit at a specified time for the specified duration.
Make sure the clock is set correctly.
7 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select the desired
playback source.
2 Press SHIFT+TIMER on the remote control.
"©" indicator lights up and "® PLAY" appears on the
display. Then, the timer-on time and the source name
appear alternately on the display.
3 Press <¢<4 or PF to set the timer-on time, then
press BESET.
If <<4 or BP is not pressed within 6 seconds, you
will exit the timer setting mode and the previous setting,
however, is entered.
4 Press << or ®P to set the timer-activated
duration. than prace HECET.
With each press, the timer-activated duration changes in
5-minute steps between 5 to 240 minutes.
If there is no button input for 4 seconds, the current setting
is entered automatically.
GQ
Adjust the volume and tone for timed playback.
If the volume level is set to 17 or higher, it is automatically
turned down to 16 when the unit is turned on by the timer.
6 Prepare the source.
To play CD(s), load disc(s).
To play the radio, select the band and tune in to the desired
station.
To play a tape, insert the tape.
To play external equipment connected to the VIDEQ/AUX
jacks, set an external timer for the equipment so that its
playback begins at the same time.
7 Press POWER ®STANDBY/ON to turn the unit
off.
"®" remains on the display to indicate the timer standby
mode. When playing a tape, press B> on the deck to play
back.
At timer-on time, the unit turns on and plays the selected
source. After the specified timer-activated duration, the
unit turns off again.
Timer playback will not begin unless the unit is turned off
first.
¢ Connected equipment cannot be turned on or off by the built-
in timer of this unit. Use an external timer.
e When using the unit after the timer is set, carry out step 5
and 6 again and then turn off the unit.
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To record timed playback
1 Prepare timed playback as described above.
2 Insert the recording tape in DECK 1 and press @.
e |f the length of the recording tape is longer than the timer-
activated duration, the @ button will not be released after
the unit turns off. Press Ml/& to manually release the
button. Leaving the button pressed for a long time may
damage the tape.
To display the timer setting
Press SHIFT+TIMER on the remote control so that the "®"
indicator lights up.
The timer-on time, the source and the timer-activated duration
are displayed for 6 seconds.
Tip:
Timer setting can be displayed even while the unit is turned
off, and at that time if you press HM within 6 seconds after
SHIFT+TIMER on the remote control is pressed, you can enter
the timer setting mode and change the setting.
To change the timer setting
Re-set the timer again.
To cancel the timer
Press SHIFT+TIMER repeatedly on the remote contro! until
"© OFF" is displayed. "®" disappears from the display.
Tip:
Your timer setting is retained even if the timer is canceled.
Next time the timer is activated, you can make a new setup
from your previous setting, or simply use the same setting
again.
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REFERENCE
Care and maintenance
Occasional care and maintenance of the unit and the software
are needed to optimize the performance of your unit.
To clean the cabinet
Use a soft and dry cloth. If the unit 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.
To clean the tape heads
Dirty tape heads cause sound deterioration. After every 10
hours of use, clean the tape heads with a head cleaning
cassette. Refer to the instructions of the cleaning cassette.
To demagnetize the tape heads
Use a demagnetizing cassette after every 20 to 30 hours of
use. Refer to the instructions of the demagnetizing cassette.
Care of CDs
When a CD becomes dirty, wipe it from the center out with a
cleaning cloth. After playing a CD, store it in its case. Do not
keep it in hot or humid places.
Care of tapes
Store tapes in their cases after use. Do not leave tapes near
magnets, motors, television sets, or any source of magnetism.
Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, or leave them in a car
parked in direct sunlight.
Troubleshooting
If your unit fails to perform properly, check the following guide
and the relevant sections of the Operating Instructions.
There is no sound.
e Are the speakers and AC power cord connected properly?
The unit shut off suddenly.
© Possibly a short circuit in the speaker terminals. Disconnect
the AC power cord from the wall socket and re-connect the
speaker cords correctly.
Erroneous display.
Reset the unit.
Poor radio reception.
¢ Check antenna connection. Adjust the antenna to find the
best reception.
¢ Move unit and antenna away from other electric appliances
and cords.
The tape does not run.
e |s the deck in pause?
Poor tape sound.
e Check for dirty heads. Clean them if needed.
e Use type | (normal) tapes.
Cannot record.
e |s the erasure prevention tab of the tape broken off? If so,
cover the detection slot with adhesive tape.
The CD player works poorly.
e |s the disc correctly loaded?
els the disc dirty?
els the lens affected by condensation? If so, wait
approximately one hour and try again.

Resetting the unit
lf an unusual condition occurs in the display window or the
cassette deck, reset the unit as follows:
1 Press POWER to turn off the power.
If the power cannot be turned off, disconnect the AC power
cord, then plug it in again.
2 Hold down Ml and press POWER.
Everything stored in memory after purchase is cleared.
Specifications
MAIN UNIT CX-NSZ103
TUNER
FM tuning range
FM usable sensitivity (IHF)
FM antenna terminal
MW tuning range
MW usable sensitivity
LW tuning range
LW usable sensitivity
MW/LW antenna
AMPLIFIER
Power output
Total harmonic distortion
Input
Outputs
CASSETTE DECK
Track format
Frequency response
Recording system
Heads
CD PLAYER
Laser
D/A converter
Signal-to-noise ratio
Harmonic distortion
87.5 MHz to 108 MHz
16.8 dBi
75 ohms (unbalanced)
531 kHz to 1602 kHz (9 kHz step)
530 kHz to 1710 kHz (10 kHz step)
350 yV/m
144 kHz to 290 kHz
1400 pV/m
Loop antenna
Rated: 15 W+ 15 W (6 ohms, T.H.D.
1%, 1 kHz/DIN 45500)
Reference: 18 W + 18 W (6 ohms,
T.H.D. 10 %, 1 kH2/DIN 45324)
0.1 % (7.5 W, 1 kHz, 6 ohms, DIN
AUDIO)
VIDEO/AUX: 500 mV
SPEAKERS: 6 ohms or more
PHONES: 32 ohms or more
4 tracks, 2 channels stereo
50 Hz — 8 kHz
AC bias
DECK 1: recording/playback x 1,
erase X 1
DECK 2: playback x 1
Semiconductor laser (A = 780 nm)
1 bit dual
85 dB (1 kHz, 0 dB)
0.05 % (1 kHz, 0 dB)
GENERAL
Bowor requirements D9OV DIOV AD, CDH
Power consumption 58 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) 260 x 301 x 292 mm
Weight 4.5 kg
FRONT SPEAKERS SX-NSZ102
Speaker system 1 way. bass reflex (magnetic
shielded)
Speaker units Full range: 100 mm cone
Impedance 6 ohms
Dimensions (W x H x D) 196 x 301 x 188 mm
Weight 1.5 kg
Specifications and external appearance are subject to change
without notice.
COPYRIGHT
Check copyright laws relevant to recordings from discs, radio
or tape for the country where the unit is to be used.
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