Aiwa Z-VM270 User manual

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COMPACT DISC STEREO SYSTEM
COMPACT DISC STEREOSYSTEM
CHAINE STEREO AVEC LECTEUR DE DISQUES COMPACTS
SISTEMA ESTEREO CON REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS COMPACTOS
SISTEMA STEREO CON LETTORE DI COMPACT DISC -
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Weleame to the pbiwa Steree System
Congratulations on your purchase of an Aiwa Stereo System.
This system's CD player is the smailest in the world among
players allowing the continuous playing of five discs.
Your system is guaranteed to satisfy your needs for all the basic
audio functions you had expected from a high quality Aiwa
system. What's more, the system is equipped with the DOLBY
PRO LOGIC to give you the utmost in full-scale Audio & Visual
entertainment. With these, you can now experience the same
listening effects found in a movie theater or concert hall.
With your system, sounds will take on a “real-life” presence like
you have never experienced before.
Enjoy!
Check your system and accessories
CX-ZVM270 Compact disc
stereo cassette receiver
SX-Z270 (L, R)
Front speakers
SX-C400 Center SX-R230 Surround
speaker speakers
FM antenna
Operating Instructions, etc.
1 ENGLSH
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREPARATIONS
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SETTING UP Qe
BEFORE OPERATION
SETTING THE CLOCK
SOUND
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DSP SURROUND
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RADIO RECEPTION
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PRESETTING STATIONS ........cssssssssssssosensssensetseesneesensenses 8
TAPE PLAYBACK
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CD PLAYING
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RECORDING
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DOLBY PRO LOGIC
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KARAOKE
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TIMER
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SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER
OTHER CONNECTIONS
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GENERAL
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SPECIFICATIONS
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PREPARATIONS
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
1 Water and moisture — Do not use this unit near water, such
as neara bath, sink, 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
(41°F) or greater than 35°C (95°F).
3 Mounting surface — Place the unit on a flat, even surface.
4 Ventilation — The unit should be situated with adequate
space arround it so that proper heat ventilation is assured.
Allow 10cm 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 notinstall the unit in a bookcase, 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.
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.
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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 AC power plugs 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 AC
power plug if the unit will not be used for several months or
more. When the cord is plugged in, a small amount of current
continues to flow to the unit, even when the power is turned
off.
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 got 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.
8 Wall or ceiling mounting — The unit should not be mounted
on a wall or ceiling, unless specified in the Operating
Instructions.
WARNING CAUTION!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC Invisible laser radiation when open and inter
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO locks defeated. Avoid exposure to beam.
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
_CAUTION ADVARSEL!
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
_fadiation 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
Usynlig laserstaling ved abning, nar sikkerhedsafbrydereer ude
af funktion. Undga udseettelse for straling.
VAROITUS!
Laitteen kayttaminen muulla kuin tassa kaytt6ohjeessa mainitulla
tavalla saattaa altistaa kayttajan turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittavalle
nakymattémalle lasersateiylle.
VARNING!
Om apparaten anvands pa annat satt an i denna bruksanvisning
specificerats, kan anvandaren utsatta fér osynlig laser-stralning,
som 6verskrider gransen for laserklass 1.
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SETTING UP
The DOLBY PRO LOGIC system which is the biggest feature of
this stereo system provides you with audio visual! entertainment
in your home.
Complete setting and connection of the main unit, supplied
speakers, your TV and video equipment according to the following
procedure.
POSITIONING THE SPEAKERS
To achieve the optimum effects obtainable with the DOLBY PRO
LOGIC system, it is important to position the speakers properly.
Refer to the following illustration to find out the best location in
your room.
@ Front speakers
@ Center speaker
Position in the center of the two front speakers. In addition,
position on or below the TV set, if connecting a TV set to the
unit.
@Surround speakers
Place the surround speakers directly to the side of or slightly
behind the listening area. Align them horizontally, about 1
meter above ear height.
[NOTE |
* No soundis heard from the surround speakers when the DOLBY
PRO LOGIC and DSP are set to off.
* No sound is heard from the center speaker when the DOLBY
PRO LOGIC is set to off.
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CONNECTIONS
Before connecting the AC cord
The rated voltage of your unit shown on the rear panel is AC
230 V only. Check that the rated voltage matches your local
voltage.
IMPORTANT
Connect the speakers, antennas, and all optional equipment first.
Then connect the AC cord at the end.
The speaker system
The speaker marked R is the right speaker, and the marked L is
the left speaker.
7 Connect the supplied antennas.
Connect the FM antenna to the FM 75 Q terminal and the
MW/LW antenna to the MW/LW LOOP terminal.
FM antenna
MW/LW antenna
2 Connect the front speakers.
Connect the speaker with R mark to SPEAKERS R teiminals,
and the speaker with L mark to SPEAKERS L terminats.
The speaker cord with the white stripe should be connected
to the @ terminal and the black cord to the @ terminal.
3 Connect the surround speakers.
Connect the surround speaker cords to the SURROUND
SPEAKERS 4 terminals.
There is no difference between the surround speakes. Both
speakers can be connected as R (right) or L (left).

Front
speaker(R)
Television
Speaker cord
4 Connect the center speaker.
Connect the center speaker cord to the CENTER SPEAKER
terminal.
5 Connect the video equipment.
Connect the VIDEO/AUX IN jacks of this unit to the audio
output jack of the video equipment with an optional audio
connecting cord.
. 6 Connect the Television to the video equipment.
Refer to the Operating Instructions of the connected
equipment for details.
7 Connect the AC cord to an AC outlet.
To stand the MW/LW antenna on a surface
Fix the claw to the slot.
FM antenna 1
MW/LW antenna
Main unit } Front speaker(L)
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To position the antennas
FM feeder antenna:
Extend fully and position for the best possible reception. The
use of an outdoor antenna is recommended for better reception.
MW/LW loop antenna:
Position to find the best direction.
¢ Be sure to connect the speaker cords correctly. Improper
connections can cause short circuits in the SPEAKERS
terminals.
¢ 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 MW/LW antenna near other optional
equipment, the stereo system itself, the AC cord or speaker
cords, as noise will be picked up.
* Do not unwind the MW/LW antenna wire.
To mount the surround speakers on the wall
Carefully mount the surround speakers so that the speakers are
firmly secured.
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CONNECTING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA
For better FM reception, use of an outdoor antenna is
recommended.
Connect the outdoor antenna to the FM 75 Q terminals.
To connect other optional equipment — page 22.
REMOTE CONTROL
Inserting batteries
Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control and
insert two R6 (size AA) batteries.
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R6(AA)
When to replace the batteries
The maximum operational distance between the remote control
and the sensor on the main unit should be approximately 5 meters
(16 feet). When this distance decreases, replace the batteries
with new ones.
NOTE
«lf the unit 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 inside the display window is exposed to intense light,
such as direct sunlight
- Other remote controls are used nearby (those of a television,
etc.)
5 ENGLIsH
BEFORE OPERATION
Function
buttons
To turn the unit on
Press one of the function buttons (TAPE, TUNER, PHONO,
VIDEO/AUX, CD).
Playback of the inserted disc or tape begins, or the previously
tuned station is received (Direct Play Function).
The POWER button is also available.
The disc compartment may open and close to reset the unit.
DEMO (Demonstration) mode
When the AC cord is connected for the first time, the display
window demonstrates the functions of the unit. When the power
is turned on, the DEMO display is overridden by the operation
display. When the power is turned off, the DEMO mode is
restored.
To cancel DEMO mode
Press the DEMO button. To re-activate, press again.
IHtumination guides
Whenever the AC cord is connected or one of the function buttons
is pressed, the buttons for that operation light up or flash.
Example: When the AC cord is connected, the IIT SET button
flashes as a guide to setting the current time.
Flash windows
The windows on the top of the unit and the cassette decks light
up or flash while the unit is being powered on.
To turn off the light of the top window, press the II CLEARbutton
while pressing the CD button. To turn back on, repeat the above.
To turn off the light of the cassette decks, press the HICLEAR
button while pressing the TAPE button. To turn back on, repeat
the above.
After use
Press the POWER button to turn off the power. The display
changes to the clock.
Using the remote control
The instructions in this manual refer mainly to the buttonson the
main unit. Buttons on the remote control with the same names
as those on the main unit can be used as well.

SETTING THE CLOCK
When the AC cord is connected for the first time, the EISET
button flashes.
Set the time as follows while the power is off.
7 Press the IISET button.
The hour flashes.
2 Press the K<4 DOWN or PPI UP button to
designate the hour.
3 Press the II SET button to set the hour.
The hour stops flashing and the minute starts flashing.
4 Press the k4 DOWN or PPI UP button to
designate the minute.
5 Press the II SET button to set the minute and
complete setting.
The minute stops flashing on the display and the clock starts
from OO second.
To correct the current time
Press the POWER button to turn the unit off. Press the ESET
button and carry out steps 1 to 5 above.
To display the current time
Press the CLOCK button on the remote control. The clock is
displayed for 4 seconds.
However, the time cannot be displayed during recording.
. To switch to the 24-hour standard
Press the CLOCK button on the remote control and then press
the HI CLEAR button within 4 seconds.
. Repeat the same procedure to restore the 12-hour standard.
If the clock display flashes while the power is off
This is caused by a power 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.
SIMPLE AUDIO ADJUSTMENT
VOLUME CONTROL
Turn the VOLUME control on the main unit, or press the
VOLUME buitons on the remote control.
To change the left/right balance
Turn the BALANCE control.
SUPER T-BASS SYSTEM
The T-BASS system enhances the realism of low-frequency
sound.
Press the T-BASS button.
Each time it is pressed, the level changes. Select one of the
three levels, or the off position to suit your preference.
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Low-frequency sound may be distorted when the T-BASS system
is used for a disc or tape in which low-frequency sound is
originally emphasized. In this case, cancel the T-BASS system.
Using the headphones
¢ Connect headphones to the PHONES jack with a stereo
standard plug (96.3 mm).
No sound is output from the speakers while the headphones
are plugged in.
« When the headphones are plugged in, the SURROUND system
and the DOLBY PRO LOGIC are canceled.
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DSP SURROUND
SURROUND
(DISCO/LIVE
/HALL)
The DSP (Digital Signal Processor) surround circuits can recreate
the effect of sounds reflected from walls or ceilings, to obtain the
sound presence of real environments.
There are three modes with matching graphic equalization
curves.
DISCO: Little reverberation and medium range surround to
resemble a disco.
LIVE: Long reverberation and wide range surround to
resemble a live stage.
HALL: Long reverberation and medium range surround to
resound like a hall.
Press one of the SURROUND buttons.
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Equalization curves are selected automatically to match the
SURROUND modes and can also be selected manually or turned
off to suit your preference.
When the music source is monaural
Select LIVE to obtain a simulated stereo effect. When DISCO or
HALL is selected, no sound will be heard from the surround
speakers.
To cancel the selected mode
Press the selected SURROUND button again. S-oFF is displayed.
While the SURROUND mode is off, no sound is heard from the
surround speakers.
To adjust the volume of the surround speakers
Press the MANUAL SELECT button once on the remote control.
“S” is displayed for 2 seconds. Press the ké4 DOWN or UP PPI
button on the remote control within these 2 seconds.
*The DOLBY PRO LOGIC surround speakers level is also
changed. (See page 17.)
NOTE
*When amicrophone is used, the SURROUND mode is
automatically canceled.
* When the DOLBY PRO LOGIC is turned on, the SURROUND
mode is automatically canceled.
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GRAPHIC EQUALIZER
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Graphic +
equalizer
preset
buttons
SELECTING THE DESIRED EQUALIZATION
CURVE
This unit provides the following five 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
CLASSIC: Enriched sound with heavy bass and fine treble
BGM (Background Music): Calm tone with suppressed bass
and treble
Press one of the graphic equalizer preset buttons.
The selected program mode indicator flashes and that program
mode appears on the display.
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To cancel the graphic equalizer mode
Press the selected button again. EQoFF is displayed and the
equalization curve becomes flat.
To select with the remote control
Press the GEQ button repeatedly until the desired program mode
is displayed.
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RADIO RECEPTION
MANUAL TUNING
REPEAT/
MONO
TUNER
1 Press the TUNER/BAND button to select the FM,
MW or LW band.
If the power is turned off, the previously tuned station will be
played (Direct Play Function).
2 Press the 44 DOWN or PPI UP button to tune in
to a station.
Each time the button is pressed, the frequency changes.
When astation is received, “TUNE” is displayed for 2 seconds.
During FM stereo reception, ({'@))) is displayed.
To search for a station quickly (Auto Search)
Keep the kK DOWN or PPI UP button pressed until the tuner
starts searching for a station. After tuning in to a station, the
search stops.
To stop the Auto Search manually, press the Ke DOWN or
PPI UP button.
* The Auto Search may not stop at the stations with very weak
signals.
When an FM stereo broadcast contains noise
Press the REPEAT/MONO TUNER button on the remote control
so that “MONO” appears on the display.
Noise is reduced, although reception is monaural.
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To restore stereo reception, press the button so that MONO
disappears.
To change the MW tuning interval
The default setting of the MW tuning interval is 9 kHz/step. If
you use this unit in an area where the frequency allocation system
is 10 kHz/step, change the tuning interval.
Press the POWER button while pressing the TUNER/BAND
button.
To reset the interval, repeat this procedure.
PRESETTING STATIONS
The unit can store a total of 32 preset stations. When a station
is stored, a preset number is assigned to the station. Use the
preset number to tune in to a preset station directly.
1 Press the TUNER/BAND button to select a band,
and press the K4 DOWN or >>I UP button to
tune in to a station.
2 Press the EI SET button to store the station.
A station is assigned to a preset number, beginning from 1 in
consecutive order for each band.
Frequency
Preset number
3 Repeat steps 1 and 2.
No more stations will be stored if a total of 32 preset stations
have already been stored for both the bands.
|NOTE |
When the MW tuning interval is changed, all preset stations are
cleared. The preset stations have to be set again.
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PRESET NUMBER TUNING
Use the remote control to select the preset number directly.
7 Press the TUNER/BAND button to select a band.
2 Press the numeric buttons to select a preset
number.
Example:
To select preset number 25, press the +10, +10 and 5 buttons.
To select preset number 10, press the +10 and 0 buttons.
Selecting a preset number on the main unit
Press the TUNER/BAND button to select a band. Then, press
the <4 DIRECTION/PRESET button repeatedly.
Each time the button is pressed, the next higher number is
selected.
To clear a preset station
Select the preset number of the station to be cleared with the
numeric buttons. Then, press the HICLEAR button, and press
the [ESET button within 4 seconds.
The preset numbers of all other stations in the band with higher
numbers are also decreased by one.
About cassette tapes
* To prevent accidental erasure, break off the plastic tabs
on the cassette tape after recording with a screwdriver or
other pointed tool.
Type II ta
detection
slot
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 a pencil or similar tool
beforeuse. Slack tape may break or jam in the mechanism.
DOLBY NR system
The Doiby Noise Reduction system reduces tape hiss noise.
For optimum performance when playing back a tape
recorded with the DOLBY NR system, turn on the DOLBY
NR system.
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TAPE PLAYBACK
BASIC OPERATIONS
TAPE/
DECK1/2
REV
MODE
EJECT
Deck 1 Deck 2
INSERTING TAPES
Use Type I (normal), Type II (high/CrOz) or Type IV (metal) tapes
for playback.
Press the TAPE button and press the 4 EJECT mark
to open the cassette hoider.
2
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Insert a tape with the exposed side down. Push the cassette
holder to close.
To select a reverse mode of Deck 2
Each time the REV MODE button is pressed, the reverse mode
changes.
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To play one side only, select —.
To play from front side to reverse side once only, select =).
To play both sides repeatedly, select C=).
¢ When tapes are loaded in both decks, =) on the display
indicates Continuous Play.
* On deck 1, tapes are always played back on both sides once.
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