Aiwa XR-M88 User manual

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WARNING
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SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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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.”
Explanation of Graphical Symbols:
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
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within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s en-
closure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute arisk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
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triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and mainte-
nance (servicing) instructions in the literature
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PRECAUTIONS
Read the Operating Instructions carefully and completely before
operating the unit. Be sure to keep the Operating Instructions for
future reference. All warnings and cautions in the Operating
Instructions and on the unit should be strictly followed, as well as
the safety suggestions below.
Installation
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Water and moisture –Do not use this unit near water, such as
near 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.
Halso 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 itso 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, orsimilarsurface 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 un-
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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 forafew hours, then
try to operate again.
Wall orceilina mountina– The unit should not be mounted on
awall or ceilin~, unless s~ecified in the Operating Instructions.
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 isdifficult 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 a
qualified service technician to service or replace the outlet. To
avoid defeating the safety feature of the polarized plug, do not
force it into apower outlet.
AC power cord
-When disconnecting the AC power cord, pull it out by the AC
power plug. Do not pull the cord itself.
-Never handle the AC power plug with wet hands, as this could
result in fire or shock.
-Power cords should be 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.
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 in-
serted to prevent exposure of the blades of the plug.
When not in use –Urmlua the AC Dower cord from the AC
outlet if the unit will not’be”used for &everal months or more.
When the cord isplugged in, asmall amount of current continues
to flow to the unit, even when the power is turned off.
Outdoor Antenna
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Power lines –When connecting an outdoor antenna, make
sure it is located away from power lines.
Outdoor antenna aroundinct –Be sure the antenna system is
properly grounded-to provid; protection against une~pected
voltage surges or static electricity build-up. Article 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSVNFPA 70, 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 DISCHARGE
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC GROUNDING
SERVICE CONDUCTORS
EQUIPMENT =(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
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(NEC ART 250 PART H)
NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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Maintenance
Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating Instructions.
Damaae Reauirina Service
Have the unit 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 UNIT YOURSELF.
Owner’s record
Foryour 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.
\Model No. ISerial No. (Lot No,) I
RX-LM88
FD-LM88
SX-LM200
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Congratulations on your purchase of an Aiwa Stereo System.
To optimize the performance of this system, please take the time
to read through these Operating Instructions and become familiar
with the operating procedures.
Check your accessories
Remote control AM antenna
FM antenna
Operating Instructions, etc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................2
PREPARATIONS
CONNECTIONS ..................................................................4
BEFORE OPERATION ........................................................6
SETTING THE CLOCK ...........................................u............7
ECONOMIZING POWER .................................................... 7
DIMMING THE DISPLAY ......................................................7
SOUND
ADJUSTING THE SOUND ..................................... ............8
RADIO RECEPTION
MANUAL TUNING ...............................................................9
PRESETTING STATIONS .................................................10
CD PLAYING
OPERATION ......................................................................11
TAPE PLAYBACK
OPERATION ......................................................................13
TAPE RECORDING
BASIC RECORDING .........................................................15
Al EDIT RECORDING .......................................................16
PROGRAMMED EDIT RECORDING ................................17
TIMER
TIMER PLAY AND TIMER RECORDING .........................18
SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER .......................................... 19 m
OTHER CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ........................20
LISTENING TO EXTERNAL SOURCES ..........................21
GENERAL
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................21
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................22
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ..........................................23
PARTS INDEX ...................................................................24
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CONNECTIONS 2Connect the speaker cords to the speakers.
Connect the cords with the white stripes to @terminals and
the other cords to @terminals.
Before connecting the AC cord
The rated voltage of your system shown on the bottom of the
tuner/amplifier unit is 120 VAC. Check that the rated voltage
matches your local voltage.
IMPORTANT
●Connect the speakers, antennas, and all optional equipment
first. Then connect the AC cord.
●There are no differences between the front speakers. Both 3Connect the speaker cords to the tuner/amplifier
speakers can be connected as L(Left) or R(Right). unit.
1Place the CD/tape unit on top of the tuner/ The cords with the white stripes should be connected to the
amplifier unit and plug in the connector of the ~terminals and the other cords to the 0terminals.
flat cable as shown below.
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FM antenna
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Connect the supplied antennas.
Connect the FM antenna to the FM 75 !2 terminals and the
AM antenna to the AM LOOP terminals.
FM antenna
Connect the AC cord to an AC outlet.
Do not short-circuit the 0 and 0 speaker cord leads; otherwise
the sound may become inaudible or the system may be turned
off. if this happens, disconnect the AC cord from the AC outlet
and re-connect the speaker cords correctly. Connect then the
AC cord and turn the system on again.
To stand the AM antenna on asurface
Fix the claw to the slot.
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 to find the best direction.
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●Do not connect any speakers to the system other than the
supplied ones.
●Do not leave objects generating magnetism near the speakers.
●Do not bring the FM antenna near metal objects or curtain rails.
●Do not bring the AM antenna near other optional equipment,
the stereo system itself, the AC cord or speaker cords, since
noise will be picked up.
●Do not unwind the AM antenna wire.
CONCERNING THE DISPLAY WINDOW’S
DEMO DISPLAY
When the power cord is plugged into an electrical outlet for the
first time after purchase, ademo display will appear in the display
window. When the power is turned on, the demo display will
end. When the power is turned off, the demo display will appear
again. Until the clock is set, the demo display will appear
whenever the power is turned off. (For setting the clock, see
page 7.)
When the clock is set
The demo display can be seen by pressing the MODE button
while pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control. This
button is used also to dim the display and to set the system in
the power economizing mode. See page 7 for detailed
explanation.
PLACING THE TWO UNITS SIDE BY SIDE
You may also place the CD/tape and the tuner/amplifier units
side by side according to your preference.
In this case, make sure that the flat cable does not obstruct the
ventilation openings, as shown below.
Always leave adequate clearance between the flat cable and the
ventilation openings.
CONNECTING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA
For better FM reception, use of an outdoor antenna is
recommended.
Connect the outdoor antenna to the FM 75 K2terminals.
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BEFORE OPERATION
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To turn the system on
Press one of the function buttons (TUNER/BAND, AUX/MD, CD,
TAPE) on the remote control.
Playback of the corresponding source starts (Direct Play
Function).
The POWER button is also available.
To turn the system off
Press the POWER button again.
Using the headphones
COnneCt headphones with aStereO mini plug (03.5 mm, 1/8 inch)
to the PHONES jack.
No sound is output from the speakers while the headphones are
plugged in.
To use the FUNCTION button on the CD/tape unit
The FUNCTION button on the CD/tape unit substitutes for the
function buttons (TUNER/BAND, AUX/MD, CD, TAPE) on the
remote control. Each time the FUNCTION button is pressed while
power is on, the next function is selected cyclically.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
Inserting batteries
Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control and
insert two R03 (size AAA) batteries.
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When to replace the batteries
The maximum operational distance between the remote control
and the sensor on the CD/tape unit should be approximately 5
meters (16 feet). When this distance decreases, replace the
batteries with new ones.
Opening and closing the top cover
When to use the remote control
Some operations can be performed using the buttons on the
remote control only, while others can be performed using the
buttons on the CD/tape unit as well as on the remote control.
This instructions manual clearly describes the buttons available
for each operation.
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●The >button on the remote control has the same function as
that of the +> button on the CD/tape unit.
●If the system 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 is exposed to intense light, such as direct sunlight.
-Other remote controls are used nearby (television, etc.)
The number buttons from 1to 9also have the functions indicated
on the plate above them. To use these functions, press the
buttons while pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control.
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MODE
SETTING THE CLOCK
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Press the II button while the power is turned off,
or press the CLOCK button ‘while pressing
SHIFT button on the remote control.
The clock flashes on the display.
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While the clock is displayed (for 4seconds), press
the ++ or ~button to designate the time.
Pressing the +button once will move the time back by 1
minute, and pressing the ➤Fbutton once will advance the
time by 1minute.
Holding these buttons down will vary the time in 10-minute
units.
To switch to the 24-hour standard, press the ■button.
To restore the 12-hour standard, press the ■button again.
If you do not start setting the time within 4seconds
The clock starts and becomes darker.
To set the clock, press the El button, or press the CLOCK
button while pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control.
The clock becomes brighter and the ++ and _ buttons
become available.
Press the 11 button.
The clock starts from 00 seconds.
When the clock is set for the first time after purchase
Everything on the display will clear.
This is because the power economizing mode of the system is
activated, and is not amalfunction.
The power economizing mode can be canceled. See
“ECONOMIZING POWER” for details.
To display the current time
Press the CLOCK button while pressing the SHIFT button on
the remote control. The time is displayed for 4seconds.
While the clock is displayed, you can reset it by pressing the
+or -button. In this case, press the II button in the end.
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ECONOMIZING POWER
This system allows you to regulate its power consumption by
displaying nothing on the display while the power is off. This is
called the power economizing mode.
Press the MODE button while pressing the SHIFT
button on the remote control with the power turned off.
Each press of this button changes the display status as follows:
@@ Power economizing mode
I@Demo display (power economizing mode canceled)
~@ Clock display (power economizing mode canceled)
When the power economizing mode is set
“ECOMode” is displayed for 4seconds, and everything on the
display will clear.
Only the red indicator to the right of the display window lights to
show that the power is supplied to the system.
Standby power consumption
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If you press the <P button on the CD/tape unit (or the Pbutton
on the remote control) with the power turned off, the power
economizing mode, if activated, will be canceled and the demo
display appears.
DIMMING THE DISPLAY
This system allows you to change the brightness of the display
window according to your preference.
Press the MODE button while pressing the SHIFT
button on the remote control with the power turned on.
Each press of this button changes the display status as follows:
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@Darker display
@Demo display
If the power is turned off after changing the display brightness,
the display returns to the last status when the power is turned on
the next time.
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ADJUSTING THE SOUND
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ENHANCING THE BASS SOUND
The T-BASS system enhances the realism of low-frequency
sound.
Press the T-BASS button on the remote control.
Each press on the T-BASS button lets you select one of the three
levels, or the off position.
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Low frequency sound may be distorted when the T-BASS system
is used fora disc or tape in which Iowfrequencysound is originally
emphasized. In this case, cancel the T-BASS system.
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VOLUME EQ (EQUALIZER)
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME
Press the VOLUME buttons.
The volume level is shown on the display for 4seconds. It can be
set from O(minimum) to 30, and then MAX (maximum).
The volume is memorized even after the power is turned off.
However, if the power is turned off when the volume is set to
more than 21, it is automatically set to 21 the next time the power
is turned on.
ENHANCING THE TREBLE SOUND
The BBE system enhances the clarity of high-frequency sound.
Press the BBE button on the remote control.
Each press on the BBE button lets you select one of the three
levels, or the off position.
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This system provides the following three different kinds.
ROCK: Powerful sound emphasizing treble and bass
POP: More presence in the vocals and midrange
JAZZ: Accented lower frequencies for jazz-type music
Press the EQ button on the remote control.
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The graphic curve corresponding to the selected equalization
mode appears on the display.
QSURROUND SYSTEM
The QSURROUND system built into this system uses only two
speakers at the left and right to create an atmosphere that sounds
as if you are surrounded by two front speakers and two rear
speakers.
Press the Qsurround button on the remote control.
“QSURROUND ON” runs through the display, and the
“QSURROUND” indicator appears.
To cancel the QSURROUND effect
Press the Qsurround button on the remote control.
“QSURROUND OFF” runs through the display, and the
“QSURROUND” indicator goes off.
●The QSURROUND system does not work in monaural mode.
●When the QSURROUND system is on, the sound may be
distorted at ahigher volume. If this happens, turn the volume
down.
SOUND ADJUSTMENT DURING
RECORDING
The output volume and tone of the speakers or headphones may
be freely varied without affecting the level of the recording.
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MANUAL TUNING
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Press the TUNER/BAND button on the remote
control (or the FUNCTION button on the CD/tape
unit) repeatedly to select the desired band.
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If the power is turned off, the previously tuned station will be
played (Direct Play Function).
Press the +or -button to select astation.
Each time the button is pressed, the frequency changes.
When astation is received, “TUNE” is displayed for 2seconds.
During FM stereo reception, (i(~)}] is displayed.
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About the level indicator
The above display automatically changes to the level indicator
after 4seconds.
The level indicator shows an approximate playback sound level.
When an FM stereo broadcast contains noise
Press the MONO button on the remote control.
“MONO” appears on the display.
Noise is reduced, although reception is monaural.
MONO
To restore stereo reception, repeat the above again.
To change the AM tuning interval
The default setting of the AM tuning interval is 10 kHz/step. If
you use this system in an area where the frequency allocation
system is 9kHz/step, change the tuning interval.
Press the POWER button while pressing the II button on the
CD/tape unit.
To reset the interval, repeat this procedure.
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When the AM tuning interval is changed, all preset stations (see
“PRESETTING STATIONS”) are cleared. The preset stations have
to be set again.
To change the display
Press the DISPLAY button while pressing the SHIFT button on
the remote control. With each press of the button, the display
changes in the following order.
1? @Level indicator
@Frequency of the tuned station
(Example: FM 98.00MHz)
To search for astation quickly (Auto Search)
Keep the ++ or >button pressed until the tuner starts
searching for astation. After tuning in to astation, the search
stops.
To stop the Auto Search manually, press the ++ or *button
●The Auto Search may not stop at stations with very weak signals.
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PRESETTING STATIONS PRESET NUMBER TUNING
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The system can store atotal of 32 preset stations. (Each band
has amaximum of 20 available preset stations.) When astation
is stored, apreset number isassigned to the station. Use the
preset number to tune into apreset station directly.
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Press the TUNER/BAND button on the remote
control (or the FUNCTION button on the CD/tape
unit) to select aband. Then, press the +or
➤>button to select astation.
Press the 11 button to store the station.
Astation is assigned apreset number, beginning from 1in
consecutive order for each band. Preset number
Frequency
Repeat steps 1and 2.
The next station will not be stored if 32 preset stations have
already been stored (“FULL’ will be displayed).
1Press the TUNER/BAND button on the remote
control or the FUNCTION button on the CD/tape
unit to select aband.
2Press the +- button on the CD/tape unit or the
Ebutton on the remote control.
Each time the button is pressed, the next ascending preset
number is selected.
Tuning by preset number
1Press the TUNER/BAND button on the remote control to select
aband. (Or use the FUNCTION button on the CD/tape unit.)
2Press the numbered buttons on the remote control to select a
preset number:
Example:
To select preset number 10, press the +10 and Obuttons.
To select preset number 15, press the +10 and 5 buttons.
To clear apreset station
Select the preset number of the station to be cleared. Then, press
the ■button, and press the II button within 4seconds.
The preset numbers of all other stations in the band with higher
numbers are also decreased by one.
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If there is along period of power failure or disconnection of AC
cord, the presetting of the stations is canceled. In this case, preset
again.
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OPERATION
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Press the CD button on the remote control (or
press the FUNCTION button on the CD/tape unit
repeatedly until “CD” appears on the display),
then press the =OPEN/CLOSE button to open
the disc compartment cover.
Load adisc with the label side up.
Press the AOPEN/CLOSE button again to close
the disc compartment cover.
Caution
Be sure not to put your fingers in the disc compartment while
the disc compartment cover is closing.
PLAYING ADISC
Load a disc.
Press the 4P button on the CD/tape unit or the *
button on the remote control.
Play of the loaded CD begins with the first track.
Number of track being played
About the level indicator
The above display automatically changes to the level indicator
after 4seconds.
The level indicator shows an approximate playback sound level.
To stop play, press the ■button.
To pause play, press the II button. To resume play, press again.
To search for aparticular point during playback, keep the
4+ or -button pressed and release the button at the desired
point.
To skip to the beginning of atrack during playback, press
the ++ or ➤-button repeatedly. The system skips forward
through the tracks with the Wbutton, and skips back with the
+4 button.
To remove the disc, stop play and press the AOPEN/CLOSE
button.
Display window in stop mode
Music calender (only the first
Total number of tracks 20 tracks are displayed)
Total playing time
To start play when the power is off (Direct Play
Function)
Press the CD button on the remote control. The power is turned
on and play of the loaded disc begins.
Selecting atrack with the remote control
Press the numbered buttons and the +10 button to select atrack.
Example:
To select the 25th track, press the +1O,+10 and 5 buttons.
To select the 10th track, press the +10 and Obuttons.
The selected track starts to play and play continues to the end of
that disc.
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Do not load more than one compact disc in the disc compartment.
Elapsed playing time
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To change the display in playback mode
Press the DISPLAY button while pressing the SHIFT button on
the remote control.
Each press on the button changes the display in the following
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@Level indicator
@Track number being played and elapsed playing time
(Example: CD 3Tr 3:43)
@Remaining time of playback
(Example: CD -26:15)
RANDOM PLAY
All the tracks on the disc can be played randomly.
Press the RANDOM button while pressing the SHIFT
button on the remote control.
“RANDOM” lights up on the display.
To cancel random play, repeat the above.
●Even if the 4< button is pressed, apreviously played track
cannot be skipped. The system returns to the beginning of the
current track only.
●When you select atrack with the numbered buttons on the
remote control during the random play mode, the selected track
starts to play and the random play mode is canceled.
REPEAT PLAY
Asingle track or all tracks can be played back repeatedly.
While pressing the SHIFT button, press the REPEAT
button repeatedly on the remote control.
‘%1” lights up when single track repeat play is selected, and
“%” lights up when all tracks repeat play is selected.
To cancel repeat play, repeat the above.
To repeat random play
First activate the random play mode by pressing the RANDOM
button while pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control.
Then press the REPEAT button while pressing the SHIFT button
so that “~” lights up.
PROGRAMMED PLAY
Up to 30 tracks can be programmed from the inserted disc.
Use the remote control.
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Press the PROGRAM button while pressing the
SHIFT button in stop mode.
“PRGM” appears on the display.
Press the numbered buttons and the +1 Obutton
to program atrack.
Example:
To select the 12th track, press the +1Oand 2 buttons.
To select the 20th track, press the +1O,+1Oand Obuttons.
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selected tracks the selected tracks
Repeat step 2to program other tracks.
Press the ➤button to start play.
To repeat programmed play
After programming the desired tracks, press the REPEAT button
while pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control so that
“~” lights up.
Then start programmed play.
To check the program
Each time the -button is pressed in stop mode, atrack number
and program number will be displayed.
To clear the program
Press the ■button 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.
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During programmed play, the RANDOM and numbered buttons
do not function.
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OPERATION PLAYING BACK A TAPE
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0You can select areverse mode to play back one or both sides.
@Use Type I(normal) ,Type II (high/Cr02) or Type IV (metal)
tapes for playback.
Press the TAPE button on the remote control (or
press the FUNCTION button on the CD/tape unit
repeatedly until “TAPE” appears on the display.)
Then insert atape with the exposed side facing to
the right and push it gently until it is loaded
automatically inside the unit.
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TO select areverse mode
Press the TAPE button on the remote control.
Each time the button is pressed, the reverse mode changes.
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Press the +- button on the CD/tape unit or the b
button on the remote control.
Playback side of the tape
The tape counter indicates the tape
running length. (It disappears when no
tape is inserted.)
D: The side facing upward is being played (forward).
Q: The side facing downward is being played (reverse).
About the level indicator
The above display automatically changes to the level indicator
after 4seconds.
The level indicator shows an approximate playback sound level.
To stop play, press the ■button.
To pause play, press the II button. To resume play, press again.
To change the playback side, press the +- button on the
CD/tape unit or the -button on the remote control in play or
pause mode.
To fast forward or rewind, press the ●+or *button in stop
mode. Then press the ■button to stop the tape.
To eject the loaded tape, press the 4TAPE EJECT button in
stop mode.
To start play when the power is off (Direct Play
Function)
Press the TAPE button on the remote control. The power is turned
on and play of the loaded tape begins.
To set the tape counter to 0000
Press the ●button in stop mode.
The counter is also set to 0000 when the tape is ejected.
To play one side only, select 1.
To play from the side facing upward to the opposite side once
only, select 1>.
To play both sides repeatedly, select (Z).
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DISPLAY
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To change the display in playback mode
Press the DISPLAY button while pressing the SHIFT button on
the remote control.
Each press on the button changes the display in the following
order:
1? @Level indicator
@Tape counter
(Example: TAPE 0185)
About cassette tapes
●To prevent accidental erasure, break off the plastic tabs on
the cassette tape after recording with ascrewdriver or other
pointed tool.
Side A
Tab for side A
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To record on the tape again, cover the tab openings with
adhesive tape, etc. (On Type II tapes, take care not to cover
the Type II tape detection slot.)
●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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BASIC RECORDING
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FUNCTION
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Preparation
●Set the ta~e to the ~oint where recording will start.
*ITAPE
●Use Type I(normal) and Type II (high/C rO-2)tapes for recording.
1
2
3
4
Load the tape to be recorded on into the deck.
Load the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing
upward and the exposed side facing to the right.
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Press the TAPE button on the remote control to
select the reverse mode.
To record on one side only, select Z.
To record on both sides, select 1) or (=1.
When recording is started from the side facing downward,
the tape stops at the end of recording of this side, even if the
reverse mode is set to =) or C=).
Press one of the function buttons and prepare
the source to be recorded.
To record from aradio broadcast, press the TUNER/BAND
button on the remote control and tune in to astation.
To record from aCD, press the CD button on the remote
control and load aCD.
To record from equipment connected to the AUX IN jacks
or the MD IN jacks, press the AUX/MD button repeatedly to
display “AUX or “MD respectively, and prepare the equipment
for playback.
Press the ●REC button on the CD/tape unit to
start recording.
To start recording with the remote control, press the ●REC/
REC MUTE button and within 2seconds, press the >button.
When recording from aCD, playback and recording start
simultaneously.
When recording from connected equipment, start playback.
To stop recording, press the gbutton. When recording from a
CD, press the ■button again to stop playback.
To pause recording, press the II button. (Applicable when
recording from aradio broadcast or connected equipment.) To
resume recording, press again.
INSERTING BLANK SPACES
Insertion of 4-second blank spaces may help you to locate the
beginning of the track when the tape is played back on other
equipment. (Applicable when the source is radio or connected
equipment.)
1Press the ●REC/REC MUTE button on the remote control
during recording or while in recording pause mode.
“TAPE ~“ flashes rapidly for 4seconds and the tape runs
without recording. After 4seconds, the deck enters the
recording pause mode.
2Press the 1Ibutton to resume recording.
To insert ablank space of less than 4seconds, press
the ●REC/REC MUTE button again while “TAPE ~“ is
flashing rapidly.
To insert blank spaces of more than 4seconds, after the deck
enters recording pause mode, press the ●REC/REC MUTE
button again. Each time the button is pressed, a4-second blank
space is added.
To erase arecording
1
2
3
4
Load the tape to be erased into the deck.
Set the tape to the point where the erasure is to be started.
Press the AUX/MD button on the remote control, or press
repeatedly the FUNCTION button on the CD/tape unit so that
“AUX is displayed.
If an optional equipment is connected to the AU)( IN jacks,
turn it off.
Press the ●REC button on the CD/tape unit to start the
erasure.
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Al EDIT RECORDING
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The Al edit function enables CD recording without worrying about
tape length and track length, When aCD is inserted, the unit
automatically calculates track lengths. If necessary, the order of
tracks is rearranged so that no track is cut short.
(Al: Artificial Intelligence)
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Al edit recording will not start from apoint halfway into the tape.
The tape must be recorded from the beginning of either side.
1
2
3
Load the tape into the cassette deck.
Load the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing
upward.
Press the CD button on the remote control, or
press repeatedly the FUNCTION button on the CD/
tape unit so that “CD” is displayed, and load the
disc.
Press the CD EDIT button repeatedly while
pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control
until “EDIT” lights up and “Al” flashes on the
display.
4
5
Press the numbered buttons to designate the tape
length.
10 to 99 minutes can be specified.
Example: When using a60-minute tape, press the 6 and O
buttons.
In afew seconds, the microcomputer determines the tracks
to be recorded on each side of the tape.
●The +and -buttons are also available to designate
the tape length.
Press the ●REC button on the CD/tape unit to
start recording.
To start recording with the remote control, press the ●REC/
REC MUTE button and within 2seconds, press the Pbutton.
The tape is rewound to the beginning of the side facing upward,
the lead segment is played through for 10 seconds, and
recording starts. When recording on the side facing upward
(side A) ends, recording on the opposite side (side B) starts.
To stop recording
Press the ■button. Recording and CD play stop simultaneously.
To clear the edit program
Press the ■button twice so that “EDIT disappears on the display.
To check the order of the programmed track numbers
Before recording, press the CD EDIT button while pressing the
SHIFT button on the remote control to select side Aor B, and
press the -button repeatedly.
Tape side Program number
Track number Programmed track
numbers
Time on cassette tapes and editing time
The actual cassette recording time is usually alittle Ionaer than
the specified recording time printed on the ‘label. This-system
can program tracks to use the extra time.
●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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PROGRAMMED EDIT RECORDING
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Programmed edit function enables CD recording while checking
the remaining time on each side of the tape as the tracks are
programmed.
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The programmed edit recording will not start from apoint halfway
in the tape. The tape must be recorded from the beginning of
either side.
1
2
3
4
5
Load the tape into the cassette deck.
Load the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing
upward.
Press the CD button on the remote control, or
press repeatedly the FUNCTION button on the CD/
tape unit so that “CD” is displayed, and load the
disc.
Press the CD EDIT button repeatedly while
pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control
until “EDIT” lights up and “PRGM” flashes on the
display.
Press the numbered buttons to designate the tape
length.
10 to 99 minutes can be specified.
Example: When using a60-minute tape, press the 6 and O
buttons.
●The 4+ and -buttons are also available to designate
the tape length.
Tape side A(front side)
Maximum recording time for
side A
Press the numbered buttons to program atrack.
Example: To select the 10th track, press the numbered
buttons +10 and O.
6
7
8
Repeat step 5for the rest of the tracks for side A.
Atrack whose playing time is longer than the remaining time
cannot be programmed.
Selected track
oProgram number
Total number of Remaining time of side A
programmed tracks
Press the CD EDIT button while pressing the
SHIFT button on the remote control to select side
Band program the tracks for side B.
After confirming Bon the display, repeat step 5.
Tape side B(opposite side)
Press the ●REC button on the CD/tape unit
start recording. to
To start recording with the remote control, press the ●REC/
REC MUTE button and within 2seconds, press the *button.
The tape is rewound to the beginning of the side facing upward,
the lead segment is played through for 10 seconds, and
recording starts, When recording on the side facing upward
(A) ends, recording on the opposite side (B) starts.
To stop recording
Press the ■button. Recording and CD play stop simultaneously.
To check the order of the programmed track numbers
Before recording, press the CD EDIT button while pressing the
SHIFT button on the remote control to select side Aor B, and
press the -button repeatedly. Programmed
Track number track numbers
Program number
To change the program of each side
Press the CD EDIT button while pressing the SHIFT button on
the remote control to select side Aor B, and press the ■button
to clear the program of the selected side. Then program tracks
again.
To clear the edit program
Press the ■button repeatedly 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.
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TIMER PLAY AND TIMER
RECORDING
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The system can be turned on at aspecified time every day with
the built-in timer.
Make sure the clock is set correctly. (See page 7.)
Use the remote control.
1
2
3
Prepare the source and recording destination.
To listento aCD, press the CD button on the remote control
and load aCD.
To listen to or record from aradio broadcast, press the
TUNER/BAND button on the remote control and tune in to a
station.
To listen to or record from the connected equipment, press
the AUX/MD button on the remote control repeatedly until the
corresponding source appears on the display, and set the timer
of the equipment to start playing at the required timer-on time.
Press theTIMER button repeatedly while pressing
the SHIFT button on the remote control to display
“TIMER @PLAY” (for timer play) or “TIMER
@REC” (for timer recording).
TIMER 6PLAY: for timer play
TIMER @REC: for timer recording
Within 4seconds, designate the timer-on time by
pressing the +or ➤b button.
Pressing the <button once will move the time back by 1
minute, and pressing the >button once will advance the
time by 1minute.
Holding these buttons down will vary the time in 10-minute
units.
4
5
6
7
8
Press the 11 button.
When timer play is selected:
When timer recording is selected:
Select the duration for the timer-activated period
with the -or -button.
Timer-activated period
The duration for the timer-activated period can be set between
5 and 240 minutes in 5-minute steps.
Press the II button.
If 4seconds elapse without the 11 button pressed, the timer
set in steps 1through 5becomes effective.
For timer recording, load the tape to record on.
Press the POWER button to turn the system off
after adjusting the volume and tone. -
@or O= remains on the display after the power is turned
off (timer standby mode).
Note, however, that everything on the display will clear if the
power economizing mode (see page 7) is activated. To confirm
the timer standby mode, press the MODE button while
pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control to turn off
the power economizing mode.
When the timer-on time is reached, the system turns on and
begins play (or recording) with the selected source.
If the volume level was set to higher than 21 when the power
was turned off, it is automatically set to 21 when the system
turns on by the timer.
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To check the specified time and source
Press the TIMER button while pressing the SHIFT button on the
remote control. The selected source name, the timer-on time
and the duration for the timer-activated period are displayed for
4seconds.
To change the timer setting
Set the timer again from the beginning.
To cancel timer standby mode temporarily
Press the TIMER button repeatedly while pressing the SHIFT
button on the remote control so that “TIMER OFF is displayed
on the display.
To restore the timer standby mode, select “TIMER @REC” or
“TIMER @PLAY” instead of “TIMER OFF?
Using the system while the timer is set
You can use the system normally after setting the timer.
Before turning off the power, prepare the source and the recording
source, and adjust the volume and tone.
0Timer play and timer recording will not begin unless the power
is turned off.
IJConnected equipment cannot be turned on and off by the built-
in timer of this system. Use an external timer.
SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER
SLEEP
The system can be turned off automatically at aspecified time.
Use the remote control.
1Press the SLEEP button while pressing the SHIFT
button on the remote control.
2Within 4seconds, press the +4 or PP button
to specify the time until the power is turned off.
Each time the button is pressed, the time changes between 5
and 240 minutes in 5-minute steps.
Specified time SLEEP
To check the time remaining until the power is turned
off
Press the SLEEP button once while pressing the SHIFT button
on the remote control. The remaining time is displayed for 4
seconds.
To cancel the sleep timer
Press the SLEEP button twice while pressing the SHIFT button
on the remote control so that “SLEEP OFF” is displayed.
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CONNECTING OPTIONAL
EQUIPMENT
DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
MD IN
AUX IN
LINE OUT
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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.
MD IN JACKS
This system can input analog sound signals from an MD player
or MD recorder through these jacks.
Use acable with RCA phono plugs to connect an MD piayer/
recorder.
Connect the red plug to the Rjack, and the white plug to the L
jack.
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When using an MD recorder to record the sound of this system
(radio or CD), connect the MD recorder to the LINE OUT jacks.
This connection enables recording onto an MD in analog signal.
To record the CD playback sound of this system in digital signal,
connect the MD recorder to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack.
AUX IN JACKS
This system can input analog sound signals through these jacks.
Use acable with RCA phono plugs to connect audio equipment
(turntables, LD players, VCRs, TV, etc.).
Connect the red plug to the Rjack, and the white plug to the L
jack.
When connecting aturntable
Use an Aiwa turntable equipped with abuilt-in equalizer amplifier.
LINE OUT JACKS
This system can output analog sound signals for all functions
through these jacks.
Use acable with RCA phono plugs to connect audio equipment.
Connect the red plug to the Rjack, and the white plug to the L
jack.
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DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) JACK
This system can output CD digital sound signals through this
jack. Use an optical cable to connect digital audio equipment
(digital amplifier, DAT deck, MD recorder, etc.).
Remove the dust cap @from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack.
Then, connect an optical cable plug to the DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL) jack.
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When recording the CD digital sound of this system using an
external digital equipment such as an MD recorder connected to
the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack, proceed as follows to prevent
the beginning of the sound to be recorded from being cut.
1Set the CD/tape unit to the CD playback pause mode.
2Start recording on the connected equipment.
3Start playback of the CD on the CD/tape unit.
When DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack is not being used
Attach the supplied dust cap.
SUPER WOOFER dJACK
Connect an optional powered sub woofer with abuilt-in-amplifier
to the jack.
Do not connect equipment to the LINE OUT jacks and AUX IN
jacks simultaneously.
Otherwise, noise is generated and malfunctions may occur.
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