Aiwa XR-M33 User manual

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“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.”
on a wall or c~ling, unless specified in the Operating instruc-
tions.
Electric Power
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Power sources —Connect this unit only to power sources
specified in the Operating Instructions, and as marked on the
unit.
Polarization —As asafety feature, some units are equipped
with polarized AC power plugs which can only be inserted
one way into apower outlet. If it is difficult or impossible to
insert the AC power plug into an outlet, turn the plug over and
try again. If it still does not easily insert into the outlet, please
call aqualified service technician to service or replace the
outlet. To avoid defeating the safety feature of the polarized
plug, do not force it into apower outlet.
AC power cord
-When disconnecting the AC power cord, pull 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 cord should be routed to avoid being severely bent,
pinched, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to the cord
from the unit to the power socket.
-Avoid overloading AC power plugs and extension cords
beyond their capacity, as this could result in fire or shock.
Read the Operating Instructions carefully and completely before
operating the unit. Be sure to keep the Operating Instructions for
future reference. All warnings and cautions in the Operating in-
structions and on the unit should be strictly followed, as well as
the safety suggestions below.
Installation
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Water and moisture —Do not use this unit near water, such
as near abathtub, washbowl, swimming pool, or the like.
Heat —Do not use this unit near sources of heat, including
heating vents, stoves, or other appliances that generate heat.
It also should not be placed in temperatures less than 5°C
(41‘F) or greater than 35°C (95°F).
Mounting surface —Place the unit on a flat, even surface.
Ventilation —The unit should be situated with adequate,
space around it so that proper heat ventilation is assured.
Allow 10 cm (4 in.) clearance from the rear and the top of the
unit, and 5 cm (2 in,) from the 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 abookcase, cabinet, or airtight rack
where ventilation may be impeded.
Objects and liquid entry —Take care that objects or liquids
do not get inside the unit through the ventilation openings.
Carts and stands —When
placed or mounted on a stand or
cart, the unit should be moved
with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and m$
uneven surfaces may cause the A&*
unit or earl to overtur_nor fall.
Condensation —Moisture may form on the CD pickup lens
when:
-The unit is moved from acold spot to awarm spot
-The heating system has just been turned on
-The unit is used in avery 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 afew hours, then
try to operate again.
Wall or ceiling mounting —The unit should not be mounted
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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 polarized plug can be completely inserted
to prevent exposure (ofthe blades of the plug.
When not in use —Unplug the AC power plug from the power
socket if the unit will not be used for several months or more.
When the cord is plugged in, asmall amount of current continues
to flow to the unit, even when the power is turned off.
Outdoor Antenna
1Power lines —When connecting an outdoor antenna, make
sure it is located away from power lines.
2Outdoor 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 grounding of the mast, supporting structure, and
the lead-in wire to the antenna discharge unit, as well as the
size of the grounding unit, connection to grounding terminals,
and requirements for grounding terminals.
Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code
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ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
DISCHARGE UNIT
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NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE —ELECTRODE !
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Maintenance
Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating instruc-
tions.
Damaae Reauirina Service
Have the units serviced by aqualified 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 amarked change in performance
-The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE UNITYOURSELF.
Owner’s record
For your convenience, record the model number and serial
number (you will find them on the rear of your set) in the space
provided below. Please refer to them when you contact your Aiwa
dealer in case of difficulty.
PRECAUTIONS .................................................................,,1
PREPARATIONS ——
CONNECTIONS ................................................................. 3
REMOTE CONTROL ...........................................................5
BEFORE OPERATION ............................................m...........5
SOUND
AUDIO ADJUSTMENTS .................................................... 6
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER ......................................................6
RADIO RECEPTION
MANUAL TUNING ...............................................................7
PRESETTING STATIONS ...................................................8
CD PLAYING
BASIC OPERATIONS .........m .............................................. 9
PROGRAMMED PLAY ..................................................... 10
TAPE PLAYBACK
BASIC OPERATIONS ....................................................... 11
RECORDING
BASIC RECORDING ........................................................ 12
Al EDIT RECORDING .............................................u ........ 13
PROGRAMMED EDIT RECORDING ............................... 14
CLOCK AND TIMER —m
SETTING THE CLOCK ...........................m ...............m ........ 15
SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER ......................................... ’15
SETTING THE TIMER .............................................u........ 16
OTHER CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ....................... 17
LISTENING TO EXTERNAL SOURCES ......................... 17
GENERAL
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................... 18
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ......................................... ’18
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ ’19
PARTS INDEX .................................................................. :20
IModel No. \Serial No. (Lot No.) I
I XR-M33u I I
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Before connecting the AC cord
The rated voltage of your unit shown on the rear panel is 120 V
AC. Check that the rated voltage matches your local voltage.
Check your system and accessories
XR-M33 Compact disc
stereo cassette receiver
Remote control
AM antenna
Operating Instructions, etc.
Speakers (L, R)
FM antenna
IMPORTANT
“Connect the speakers, antennas, and all optional equipment
first. Then connect the AC cord.
●There are no differences between the front speakers. Both
speakers can be connected as L(Left) or R(Right)
7Connect the speaker cord to the main unit.
The speaker cord with the white stripe should be connected
to 0terminal and the black cord to Oterminal.
2FM antenna
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Speaker cord +3
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Connect the supplied antennas.
Connect the FM antenna to FM 75 Qterminals and the AM
antenna to AM LOC~Pterminals.
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AM LOOP
Connect the AC cord to an AC outlet.
To stand the AM looIp antenna on asurface
Fix the claw to the slot,
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antenna
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To position the antennas
FM feeder antenna:
Extend this antenna horizontally in aT-shape and fix its ends to
the wall.
AM loop antenna:
Position for the best reception.
●Do not connect any speakers to the unit other than the supplied
ones.
●Be sure to connect the speaker cords correctly. Improper
connections can cause short circuits in SPEAKERS terminals.
For better FM reception, use of an outdoor antenna is
recommended,
Connect the outdoor antenna to FM 75 Qterminals.
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To connect other optional equipment+ page 17 1
●Do not leave objects generating magnetism, such as credit
cards, near the speakers, as these objects may be damaged.
●Do not bring the FM antenna near metal objects or curtain rails.
●Do not bring the AM i~ntenna near other optional equipment,
the stereo system itself, the AC cord or speaker cords, since
noise will be picked up.
●Do not unwind the AM antenna wire.
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Inserting batteries
Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control and
insert two size AA (R6) batteries.
AA ‘(R6)
When to replace the batteries
The maximum operational distance between the remote control
and the sensor on the main unit should be approximately 5meters
(16 feet). When this distance decreases, replace the batteries
with new ones.
Using the remote control
The instructions in this manual refer mainly to the buttons on the
main unit. Buttons on the remote control with the same names
as those on the main unit can be used as well.
To use FUNCTION on the remote control
The FUNCTION substitutes for the function buttons (TAPE,
TUNER, AUWVIDEO, CD) on the main unit.
Each time FUNCTION is pressed while power is on, the next
function is selected cyclically.
*PLAY on the remote control
The function is the same as that of <P on the main unit.
FUNCTION
bPLAY
●If the remote control is not going to be used for an extended
period of time, remove the batteries to prevent possible
electrolyte leakage.
●The remote control may not operate correctly when:
-The line of sight between the remote control and the remote
sensor above DEMO/ECO is exposed to intense light, such
as direct sunlight
-Other remote controls are used nearby (those of atelevision,
etc.)
POWER
(!)STANDBY/
ON
Remote
sensor
DEMO/ECO
PHONES ‘L
Function
—buttons
To turn the unit on
Press one of the function buttons (TAPE, TUNER, AU)UVIDEO,
CD). Playback of the inserted disc or tape begins, or the
previously tuned station is received (Direct Play Function).
POWER/O STANDBY/ON is also available.
To turn the power off
Press POWER/O STANDBY/ON
The unit will return to the ECO mode or clock display depending
on the. setting before you turn on the unit.
If the previous setting is DEMO, the unit will also return to the
clock display.
●If the clock is not set, the unit will always return to the DEMO
mode.
DEMO (Demonstration) mode
When the AC cord is connected, the display window
demonstrates the functions of the unit. When the power is turned
on, the DEMO display is overridden by the operation display.
To cancel DEMO mode
Press DEMO/ECO.
To re-activate the DEMO mode, press DEMO/ECO until
the display window demonstrates the functions of the unit.
ECO (Power economizing) mode
Setting this unit to power economizing mode reduces power
consumption.
Press DEMO/ECO repeatedly (during power off) until “ECO
MODE is displayed.
The display disappears and the indicator on the POWER/O
STANDBY/ON button lights up.
DIMMER mode
Press DEMO/ECO twice during power on.
The display is dimmer than usual, press DEMO/ECO again to
restore normal display.
Using the headphones
Connect the headphones to PHONES jack with astereo mini
plug (03.5 mm, ‘/8 inch).
No sound is output from the speakers while the headphones are
plugged in.
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—VOL
VOLUME
Turn VOLUME/MULTl JOG on the main unit, or press VOL
(Aor v)on the remote control.
The volume level is displayed as anumber from Oto MAX (31).
The volume level is automatically set tc)20 when the power is
turned off with the volume level set to 2“1or more.
To see the present volume level press DISPLAY on the remote
control twice.
SUPER T-BASS SYSTEM
The T-BASS system enhances the realism of low-frequency
sound.
Press JOG MODE once.
Within 4seconds turn VOLUME/MULTI JOG to change the T-
BA!3S level. The level changes as follows.
T-BASSO— T-BASSi—T-B14SS2 +--+ T- BASS3
(off)
Select one of the three levels or the c)ff position to suit your
preference.
Low frequency sound may be distorted when the T-BASS system
is used fora disc or tape in which Iowfrequency sound is originally
emphasized. In this case, cancel the T-13ASS system.
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vol.
This unit provides the following three different equalization
curves.
ROCK: Powerful sound emphasizing treble and bass
POP: More presence in the vocals and midrange
JAZZ: Accented lower frequencies for jazz-type music
Press JOG MODE twice
The equalization mode is displayed.
Turn VOLUME/MULTl JOG within 4seconds to select i~tl
equalization cuwe.
The GEQ mode is displayed as follows:
●GEQ ROCK— GEQ POP ●
kGEQ OFF —GEQ JAZZ+
(cancel)
To cancel the selected mode
Turn VOLUME/MULTl JOG until “GEQ OFF is displayed.
To select with the remote control
Press EQ repeatedly. The GEQ mode is displayed cyclically as
follows.
●GE(2 ROCK —GEQ POP
~GEQ OFF —GEQ JAZZ ~
(cancel)
QSOUND
This system provides arich, three dimensional sound area for
stereo sources.
You can enjoy more enhanced sound.
Press QSOUND
To cancel QSOUND
Press QSOUND again. “OFF” is displayed.
*At higher volumes, turning QSOUND on may cause sound
distortion. In this case, turn the volume down.
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PRESET
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MODE
BAND
Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to select the
desired band.
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When TUNER/BAND is pressed while the power is off, the
previously tuned station will be played (Direct Play Function).
To select aband with the remote control
Press BAND repeatedly.
Press +or Bto select astation.
Each time the button is pressed, the frequency changes.
When astation is received, “TUNE is displayed for 2seconds.
During FM stereo reception, “[lI@Jl]” is displayed.
When an FM stereo broadcast contains noise
Press MODE on the remote control so that “MONO appears on
the display.
Noise is reduced, although reception is monaural.
To restore stereo reception, press MODE so that “MONO”
disappears.
MONO
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 9kHz/step, change the tuning interval.
Press POWER/O STANDBY/ON while pressing +> DIR/
PRESET during power on.
To reset the interval, repeat this procedure.
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When the AM tuning interval is changed, all preset stations are
cleared. The preset stations have to be set again.
To search for astation quickly (Auto Search)
Keep +or >pressed until the frequency starts to change
rapidly. After tuning in to astation, the search stops.
To stop the Auto Search manually, press +or -.
●The Auto Search may not stop at stations with very weak
signals.
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PRESET
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The unit can store atotal of 32 preset stations (Each band has a
maximum of 20 available preset stations). When astation is
stored, apreset number is assigned to the station. Use the preset
number to tune in to apreset station directly.
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Press TUNER/BAND to select aband, and press
44 or Bto select astation.
Press II to store the station.
Apreset number beginning from 1in consecutive order for
each band is assigned to the StatiOtI
Frequency
Preset number
Repeat steps 1and 2.
“Thenext station will not be stored if atotal of 32 preset stations
for all the bands oral total of 20 preset stations for one band
have already been stored.
Use the remote control to select the preset number directly.
1Press BAND to select aband.
2Press numbered buttons O-9 and +1Oto select a
preset number.
Example:
To select preset number 20, press +10, +10 and O.
To select preset number 15, press +10 and 5.
Selecting apreset number on the main unit
Press TUNER/BAND to select aband. Then, press ~> DllR/
PRESET repeatedly.
Each time <F DIR/PRESET is pressed, the next ascending
number is selected.
To clear apreset station
Select the preset number of the station to be cleared. Then,
press g, and press II within 4seconds.
The preset numbers of all other stations in the band with higher
numbers are also decreased by one.
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CD =
OPEN/CLOSE
CD
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REPEAT
Press CD, then press CD 4OPEN/CLOSE to open
the disc compartment. Load adisc with the label
side up. Close the disc compartment by pressing
CD =opEN/CLOSE.
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+CD&
OPEN/CLOSE
Music calender (only
the first 20 tracks a;e
Total playing time displayed)
Total number of tracks
Load a disc.
Press +-.
Play begins with the first track.
Elapsed playing time
Number of track being played
To start play when the power is off (Direct Play Function)
Press CD. The power is turned on and play of the loaded disc
begins.
When CD =OPEN/CLOSE is pressed, the power is also turned
on and the disc compartment is opened.
To check the remaining time
During play, press DISPLAY thrice on the remote control. The
amount of time remaining until all tracks finish playing is
displayed. Press DISPLAY again to restore the playing time
display.
Selecting atrack with the remote control
Press numbered buttons O-9 and +1Oto select atrack.
Example:
To select the 25th track, press +1O,+1Oand 5.
To select the 10th track, press +1Oand O.
The selected track starts to play and continues to the end of that
disc.
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●When removing the disc, press ■to stop play before pressing
CD =OPEN/CLOSE.
●When loading an 8-cm (3-inch) disc, put it onto the inner circle
of the tray.
●Do not place more than one compact disc on the disc tray.
●Do not tilt the unit with disc loaded. Doing so may cause
malfunctions.
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RANDOM/REPEAT PLAY
RANDOM dav
All the tracks on the disc can be played randomly.
Press MODE on the remote control until“RANDOM lights up
on the display.
To cancel random, press the button once during play mode or
press the button four times during stop mode.
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●During random play, it is not possible to skip to the previously
played track with U.
●During random play, direct selection of the tracks with the
numbered buttons will cancel random play.
●During random play, “G1” play cannot be performed and
remaining time cannot be checked.
To stop play, press ■.
To pause play, press II. To resume play, press again.
To search for aparticular point during playback, keep +
or -pressed and release it at the desired point.
To skip to the beginning of atrack during playback, press
++ or -repeatedly.
To remove disc, press CD &OPEN/CLOSE.
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REPEAT play
One or all the tracks can be played repeatedly.
To repeat the entire disc, turn on “~”.
To repeat the desired track, turn on “- 1”.
Press REPEAT on the remote control.
Each time REPEAT is pressed, the operations can be selected
cyclically.
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Em
●During “%” play, random play can be performed.
●M/hen you start random play during”% 1” play, the repeat play
will be canceled.
*To repeat only selected tracks, program the desired tracks (see
below) before choosing “=” function.
●During “G” play or “~ 1“ play, remaining time cannot be
checked.
Up to 30 tracks can be programmed from the inserted disc.
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-2
-REPEAT
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Use the remote control.
7Press MODE twice in stop mode.
“PRGM” flashes on the display.
2Press numbered buttons O-9 and +10 to program ?s.
atrack.
Example:
To select the 12th track, press +1Oand 2.
To select the 20th track, press +10, +10 and O.
Total playing time of
Program number the selected tracks
Selected track number Totai number of
selected tracks
3Repeat step 2to program other tracks.
4Press Eto start play.
To check the program
Each time +or -is pressed in stop mode, atrack number
and program number will be displayed.
To clear the program
Press ■in stop mode.
To add tracks to the program
Before playing, repeat step 2. 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 REPEAT on the remc)te
control, “=” lights up on the display.
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eDuring programmed play, the following operations cannot be
performed:
-Random play.
-One-track repeat (= 1).
-Checking the remaining time.
oIf programmed time is more than 99:59 minutes, or the disc
track number 31 and above is programmed, total playing time
is shown as --:-- in the display.
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TAPEI
REV MODE
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INSERTING ATAPE
●You can select areverse mode to playback one or both sides.
●Use Type I(normal) tapes for playback.
=EJECT mark
Press TAP13REV MODE and press
to open the cassette holder
Insert atape with the exposed side down.
holder to close.
To select areverse mode
Each time TAPE/REV MODE is pressed,
changes.
Push the cassette
the reverse mode
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To play one side only, select =.
To play from front side to back side once only, select =).
To play both sides repeatedly, select C=).
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MODE on the remote control can also be used to select the
reverse mode.
Insert atape. Then press+- to start play.
Playback side of the tape
The tape counter indicates the
tape running length
D:The front side is being played (forward).
<: The back side is being played (reverse).
To stop play, press ■.
To pause play, press II. To resume play, press again.
To change the playback side, press+> DIR/PRESET in play
or pause mode.
To fast forward or rewind, press Uor *in stop mode.
Then press Wto stop the tape.
To start play when the power is off (Direct Play Function)
Press TAPE. The power is turned on and play of the inserted
tape begins.
To set the tape counter to 0000
Press ■in stop mode.
The counter is also set to 0000 when the cassette holder is
opened.
About cassette tapes
●To prevent accidental erasure, break off the plastic tabs
on the cassette tape after recording with ascrewdriver or
other pointed tool.
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Side ATab for side A
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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 apencil or similar tool
before use. Slack tape may break or jam in the mechanism.
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Sound adjustment during recording
The output volume and tone of the speakers or headphones may ,;g’;
be freely varied without affecting the recording. ;g;$,
This section explains how to record from the tuner, CD player,
or ,external equipment.
Preparation
●Use Type I(normal) tapes only.
MODE
FUNCTION
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●Set the tape to the point where recording will start.
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Insert the tape to be recorded on into deck.
Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing out
from the unit and the exposed side down.
Press TAPE/RE’V MODE to select the reverse
mode.
‘Torecord on one side only, select Z
‘Torecord on both sides, select =] or C=).
Press function (TUNER, AUXAflDEO or CD) and
Iprepare the source to be recorded.
To record from aCID,press CD andl load the disc.
To record from aradio broadcasl, press TUNEWBAND
{andtune in to astation.
?o record from aconnected source, press AUXAflDEO and
Iplay.
Press ●REC/REC MUTE to start recording.
When the selected function is CD, playback and recording
start simultaneously.
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To stop recording, press ■.
To pause recording, press II (applicable when the source is
TUINER or ALDVVIDEO). To resume recording, press it again.
Insertion of 4-second blank spaces may help you to locate Ithe
beginning of the track on other equipments. This unit can add
blank spaces only when the source is TUNER or AUX/VIDEO.
1Press ●REC/REC MUTE during recording or while in
recording pause mode.
~on the display flashes for 4seconds and the tape runs
without recording. After 4seconds, the deck enters the
recording pause mode,
2Press II to resume recording.
To insert ablank soace of less than 4seconds, press
●REC/REC MUTE again while ~is flashing.
To insert blank s~aces of more than 4seconds, alter the deck
enters the recording pause mode, press ●REC/iREC MUTE
again.
Each time OREC/REC MUTE is pressed, a4-second blank
space is added.
‘This unit does not have the function to locate the beginning of track.
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Recording cannot be done when TAPE function is selected.
To erase arecording
1Insert the tape to be erased into the deck.
2Set the tape to the point where the erasure is to be started.
3Set the reverse mode by pressing TAPE/REV MODE.
4Press AUWVIDEO and turn the connected equipment off.
5Press ●REC/REC MUTE to start the erasure.
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II
MODE
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FUNCTION
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The Al edit recording function enables CD recording without
worrying about tape length and track length. When aCD is
inserted, the unit automatically calculates the total track length.
If necessary, the order of tracks is rearranged so that no track is
cut short.
(Al: Artificial Intelligence)
Al edit recording will not start from apoint halfway into the tape.
The tape must be recorded from the beginning of either side.
Use the remote control from steps 2to 5.
1
2
3
4
Insert the tape into deck.
Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing out
from the unit.
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “CD” is
displayed and load the disc.
Press MODE thrice.
“EDIT” lights up and “Al” flashes on the display.
Al EDIT
Each time it is pressed, the display changes as follows.
RANDOM —PRGM —Al EDIT— PRGM EDIT
Press numbered buttons O-9to designate the tape
length.
10 to 99 minutes can be specified.
Example: When using a60-minute tape, press 6 and O.
In afew seconds, the tracks to be recorded on each side of
the tape are determined.
●-and >are also available to designate the tape length.
Number of Selected
programmed tracks
Tape length tracks for side A
Tape side Remaining
A: First recording side time of
B: Second recording side side A
5Press ●TAPE REC/REC MUTE to start recording.
The tape is rewound to the beginning of the front side, the
lead segment is played through for 10 seconds, and recording
starts. When recording on the front (side A) ends, recording
on the back (side B) starts.
To stop recording
Press ■.Recording and CD play stop simultaneously.
To clear the edit program
Press ■twice so that “EDIT” disappears on the display.
To check the order of the programmed track numbers
Before recording, press MODE to select side Aor B, and press
<or >repeatedly.
Programmed
Tape side Program number track number
Track number
●Recording is inhibited if the erasure prevention tab on either
side of the tape is broken off.
●The Al edit function cannot be used with discs containing 31
tracks or more,
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In the programmed edit recording function, the track can be
programmed while checking the remaining time on each side of
the tape as the tracks are programmed.
The programmed edit recording will not start from apoint halfway
in the tape. The tape must be recorded on from the beginning of
either side.
Use the remote control from step 2to 7.
1
2
3
4
Ilnsert the tape into deck.
~nsertthe tape with the side to be recorded on first facing out
from the unit.
lPress FUNCTION repeatedly until “CD” is
(displayed and load the disc.
lPress MODE four times.
“EDIT” lights up and “PRGM” flashes on the display.
PRGM
EDIT
lPress numbered buttons 0-9 to designate the
tape length.
10 to 99 minutes can be specified.
Example: When using a60-minute tape, press 6 and O.
~)The <and ~are also available to designate the kIpe
length. Maximum recording
Tape length time for side A
Atrack whose playing time is longer than the remaining time 1~~.
7
8
Press MODE to select side Band program the
tracks for side B.
After confirming “B on the display, repeat step 5.
Tape side B(reverse side)
Press ●TAPE REC/REC MUTE to start recording.
The tape is rewound to the beginning of the front side, the
lead segment is played through for 10 seconds, and recording
starts. When recording on the front (side A) ends, recording
on the back (side B) starts.
“Tostop recording
Press ■.Recording and CD play stop simultaneously.
To check the order of the programmed track numbers
Before recording, press MODE to select side Aor B, and press
Tape side
To change the program of each side
Press MODE to select side Aor B, and press ❑to clear the
program on the selected side. Then program tracks again.
To clear the edit program
Press ■twice so that “EDIT” disappears on the display.
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~Recording is inhibited if the erasure prevention tab on either
side of the tape is broken off,
0Track number 31 and above cannot be programmed.
Tape ‘side A
(front side)
5lPress the numbered buttons O-9 and +10 to
Iprogram atrack.
Examp/e To select the 10th track, press +1Oand O.
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Set the clock during power on.
DISPLAY
SLEEP
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VOLUME/
MULTIJOG
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1
2
Press DISPLAY on the remote control and press
11 within 4seconds.
The display flashes.
Press * or -or turn VOLUME/MULTl JOG
to designate the time, then press Il.
Each time +or >is pressed the time changes by 1
minute. To change the time by 30 minutes, press and hold
down Uor >.
To set the clock during power off
1Press 1Irepeatedly until the time flashes.
2Press +or -or turn VOLUME/MULTl JOG to
designate the time, then press II.
Each time +or >is pressed the time changes by 1
minute. To change the time by 30 minutes, press and hold
down Uor -.
To display the current time
With power on, press DISPLAY once on the remote control.The
time is displayed for 4seconds.
However, the time cannot be displayed during recording.
When the power is off, press DEMO/ECO repeatedly until the
display changes to clock or press II once (the time is displayed
for 4seconds).
To switch to the 24-hour standard
With power on, press DISPLAY then press ■within 4seconds.
Repeat the same procedure to restore the 12-hour standard.
1
2press <or * to specify the time until the
power is turned off.
The time changes between 5 and 240 minutes in 5-minute
steps.
Specified time
To check the time remaining until the power is turned off
Press SLEEP once. The remaining time is displayed for 4
seconds.
To cancel the sleep timer
Press SLEEP twice so that “SLEEPoFF appears on the display.
If the clock display flashes
This is caused by apower interruption. The current time needs
to be reset.
If power is interrupted for more than approximately 24 hours,
all settings stored in memory after purchase need to be reset.
The unit can be turned off automatically at aspecified time.
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1,2,3,4
The unit can be turned on at aspecified time every day with the
built-in timer.
Preparation
Make sure the clock is set correctly. (See page 15).
1
2
3
Fkess TIMER once to display “0”, then press
ENTER within 6seconds.
“’~”is displayed and the time flashes.
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1{you press ENTER after 6seconds, another operation may
start.
Designate the tinner-on time by turning VOLUME/
MULTI JOG or press 4+ or b-, then press
ENTER.
10 change the timer-on time by 30 minutes, press and hold
down +or >.
After you designate the timer-on time, one of the source names
flashes on the display.
F%essany of the function buttons (TAPE, TUNER,
AUX, CD) or turn VOLUME/MIJLTl JOG or press
*H or -to select asource, then press ENTER.
The duration for the timer activated period flashes.
4
5
6
Select the duration for the timer-activated period f
with VOLUME/MULTl JOG or press +or Et- E,
then press ENTER. $1%
The duration for the timer-activated period can be set between !~~”~~
5 and 240 minutes in 5-minute steps. H
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Prepare the source. ?“,,,.
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To listen to aCD, load the disc. ,“
To listen to atape, insert the tape into deck. ~
To listen to the radio, tune in to astation. o
To listen to the equipment connected to VIDEO/AUX iackg
set the timer of the connected source (withan external timer)
and prepare for the play.
Press POWERK!I STANDBY/ON to turn the unit
off after adjusting the volume and tone.
When the timer-on time is reached, the unit turns on and
begins play with the selected source.
The volume level is automatically set to 20 when the power is
turned off with the volume level set to 2“1or more.
To check the specified time and source
Press TIMER, The timer-on time, the selected source name and
the duration for the timer-activated period flash alternately for 6
seconds.
To cancel timer standby mode temporarily
Press TIMER repeatedly until “@”or ‘LOREC” disappears on the
display.
To restore the timer standby mode, press TIMER once or twice
to display “@”or “0 REC”.
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 5to prepare the ❑
source, and adjust the volume and tone.
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.Timer playback and timer recording will not begin unless the
power is turned off.
*Connected equipment cannot be turned on and off by the built-
in timer of this unit. Use an external timer.
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Timer recording is applicable for TUNER and AUX/VIDEO (with
an external timer) sources only.
FWSS TIMER repeatedly Until “O REG” appearsontile display,
then press ENTER within 6seconds.
Carry out the steps of “SETTING THE TIMER from step 2and
insert the tape to be recorded on into deck after step 5.
●If TUNER is pressed, the band cannot be selected in
step. this
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Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment
for details.
●The connecting cords are not supplied. Obtain the necessary
connecting cords.
●Consult your local Aiwa dealer for optional equipment.
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VIDEO/AUX JACKS
This unit can input analog sound signals through these jacks.
Use acable with RCA phono plugs to connect audio equipment
(turntables, LD players, VCRs, etc.).
Connect the red plug to the VIDEO/AUX Rjack, and the white
plug to the VIDEO/AUX Ljack,
When connecting aturntable
Use an Aiwa turntable equipped with abuilt-in equalizer amplifier.
To play equipment connected to the VIDEO/AUX jacks, proceed
as follows
1
2
Press AUX/VIDEO.
“AUX appears on the display.
Play the connected equipment.
To change asource name in the display
When AUX/VIDEO is pressed, “AUX is displayed initially.It can
be changed to “TV or “VIDEO”.
With the power on, press POWER/d STANDBY ON while
pressing AUX/VIDEO.
Repeat the procedure to select one of the source names.
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Occasional care and maintenance of the unit and the software
are ineeded to optimize the performance of your unit.
To clean the cabinet
Use asoft and dry cloth.
If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use asoft cloth lightly
moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not use strong
solvents, such as alcohol, benzine or tlhinner as thes~ could
damage the finish of the unit.
To clean the heads arid tape paths
After every 10 hours of use, clean the heads and tape paths
with ahead cleaning cassette or cotton swab moistened with
cleaning fluid or denatured alcohol, (These cleaning kits are
commercially available,)
When cleaning with acottonswab, wipe I,he recording/playback
head, erasure head, capstans, and pinchrollers.
Recording/
Pinchroller
Playback head Cotton swab
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Capstan
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Erasure head Pinchroller
After cleaning the heads and tape paths with aliquid head
cleaning cassette or amoistened swab, wait until the cleaned
parts are completely dry before inserting the tapes.
To clemagnetize the heads
The heads may become magnetized after long-term use. This
may narrow the output range of recorded tapes and increase
noise. After 20 to 30 hours use, demagnetize the heads with any
commercially available demagnetizer.
Care of discs
oWhen adisc becomes dirty, wipe the disc from the center out
with acleaning cloth,
●After playing adisc, store the disc in its case. Do not leave the
disc in places that are Ihotor humid.
Care of tapes
*Store tapes in their cases after use.
●Do not leave tapes near magnets, motors, television sets, or
an’{ source of magnetism. This will downgrade the sound quality
anj cause noise,
*Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, or leave them in acar
pa:ked in direct sunlight.
If the unit fails to perform as described in these Operating
Instructions, check the following guide.
GENERAL
There is no sound.
aIs the AC cord connected properly?
●Is there abad connection? (~ page 3)
●There may be ashort circuit in the speaker terminals,
+Disconnect the AC cord, then correct the speaker
connections.
●Was an incorrectfunction button pressed’?
Sound is emitted from one speaker only.
●Is the other speaker disconnected?
An erroneous display or amalfunction occurs.
+Reset the unit as stated below.
TUNER SECTION
There is constant, wave-like static.
●Is the antenna connected properly? (~ page 3)
QIs the signal weak?
-+ Connect an outdoor antenna.
The reception contains noise interferences or the sound
is distorted.
*Isthe system pickingup external noise or multipath distortion?
+Change the orientation of the antenna.
-+ Move the unit away from other electrical appliances,
CASSETTE DECK SECTION
The tape does not run.
●Is deck in pause mode? (+ page 11)
The sound is off-balance or not adequately high.
●Is the playback head dirty? (~ page 18)
Recording is not possible.
●Is the erasure prevention tab on the tape broken off? (+ page
11)
~Is the recording head dirty? (+ page 18)
Erasure is not possible.
●Is the erasure head dirty? (+ page 18)
●Is ametal tape being used?
High frequency sound is not emitted.
●Is the recording/playback head dirty? (~ page 18)
CD PLAYER SECTION
The CD player does not play.
●Is the disc correctly placed? (+ page 9)
*ISthe disc dirty? (-+ page 18)
●Is the lens affected by condensation?
+Wait approximately one hour and try again.
To reset
If an unusual condition occurs in the display window or thle
cassette decks, reset the unit as follows.
1Press POWER/(!) STANDBY/ON to turn off the power.
2Press POWER/Cl STANDBY/ON to turn the power back cm
while pressing ❑.Everything stored in memory after purchase
is canceled.
Ifthe power cannot be turned off in step 1because of amalfunction,
reset by disconnecting the AC cord, and connect it again. The!n
carry out step 2.
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Main unit XR-M33
FM tuner section
Tuning range
Usable sensitivity (IHF)
Antenna terminals
AM tuner section
Tuning range
Usable sensitivity
Antenna
Amplifier section
Power output
Total harmonic distortion
Inputs
outputs
Cassette deck section
Track format
Frequency response
Signal-to-noise ratio
Recording system
Heads
87.5 MHz to 108 MHz
13.2 dBf
75 ohms (unbalanced)
530 kHz to 1710 kHz (10 kHz
step)
531 kHzto 1602 kHz (9 kHz step)
350 pV/m
Loop antenna
15 W+15W(1 kHz,T.H.D.10Yo,
8ohms)
12W+ 12W(I kHz, T.H.D. 1%,
8ohms)
0.07 Y. (7.5 W,1kHz, 8ohms)
VIDEO/AUX: 0.4 V
SPEAKERS: accept speakers of
8ohms or more
PHONES (stereo minijack):
accepts headphones of 32 ohms
or more
4tracks, 2channels stereo
Normal tape: 50 Hz – 15000 Hz
50 dB
AC bias
Recording/playback head x1
Erase head x1
Compact disc player section
Laser Semiconductorlaser(k= 780 nm)
D-A converter 1bitdual
Signal-to-noise ratio 75 dB (1 kHz, OdB)
Harmonic distortion 0.1% (1 kHz, OdB)
Wow and flutter Unmeasurable
General
Power requirements AC:120V,60HZ
Power consumption 40 w
Dimensions of main unit 173 x255.2 x250 mm
(W XHXD) (67/8 x101/8x 97/8 in)
Weight of main unit 3.5 kg
(7 Ibs 11oz)
Speaker system
Cabinet type 2way, bass reflex (magnetic
shield type)
Speakers Woofer:
120 mm (43/4 in) cone type
Tweeter:
20 mm (13/16 in) ceramic type
Impedance 8ohms
Output sound pressure level 87 dB/Wlm
Dimensions (W xHxD) 173 X255 X195mm
(67/8 x10x 73/4 in)
Weight 1.9 kg
(4 Ibs 3OZ)
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Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without
notice.
COPYRIGHT
Please check the laws on copyright relating to recordings from
discs, radio or external tape for the country in which the machine
is being used.
NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for aClass Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in aresidential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communi-
cations. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
CAUTION
Modifications or adjustments to this product, which are not
expressly approved by the manufacturer, may void the user’s
right or authority to operate this product.
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