Aiwa Z-VR55 User manual

88-MAR-903-21
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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, within
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an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute arisk of
electric shock to persons,
AThe exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
●maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
Owner’s record
For your convenience, record the model number and serial
number (you will find them on the rear of your unit) in the space
provided below. Please refer to them when you contact yourAiwa
dealer in case of difficulty.
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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 abath, sink, 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.
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Ventilation —The unit should be situated with adequate
space around it so that proper heat ventilation is assured,
Allow 10 cm clearance from the rear and the top of the unit,
and 5 cm from each side.
-Do not place the unit on a bed, rug, or similar surface that
may block the ventilation openings,
-Do not install the unit in abookcase, cabinet, or airtight rack
where ventilation may be impeded.
Objects and liquid entry —Take care that objects or liquid
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 uneven m
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surfaces may cause the unit or cart to 1
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overturn or 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
on a wall or-ceiling, u;less specified in the Operating
Instructions,
Electric Power
1Power sources —Connect this unit only to power sources
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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 is not still inserted easily 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 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.
Extension cord —To help prevent electric shock, do not use
apolarized AC power plug with an extension cord, receptacle,
or other outlet unless the polarized plug can be completely
inserted to prevent exposure of the blades of the plug,
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, 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 themselves.

Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code
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ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT= )
(NEC ART 250 PART H)
PREPARATIONS
SETTING UP .......................................................................3
REMOTE CONTROL ...........................................................5
BEFORE OPERATION ........................................................5
SOUND
AUDIO ADJUSTMENTS .................................................... 6
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER ......................................................7
DSP SURROUND ................................................................7
NEC-NATIONAL ELECTF{ICAL CODE RADIO RECEPTION
MANUAL TUNING ...............................................................8
PRESETTING STATIONS ...................................................9
Maintenance
Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating
Instructions. TAPE PLAYBACK
Damaae Requiring Service
Have the units serviced by aqualified 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 amarked change in performance
-The unit has been clropped, or the cabinet has been damaged
Do NOT ATTEMPT To SERVICE THE UNIT YOURSELF.
BASIC OPERATIONS ........................................................ 9
CD PLAYING
BASIC OPERATIONS ...................................................... 10
PROGRAMMED PLAY ......................................................11
RECORDING
BASIC RECORDING ........................................................ 12
Al EDIT RECORDING ...................................................... 13
PROGRAMMED EDIT RECORDING ............................... 14
DOLBY PRO LOGIC ❑
ADJUSTING SPEAKER LEVEL ...................................... 15
PLAY WITH DOLBY PRO LOGIC ................................... 16
Check your system and accessories CLOCK AND TIMER
SETTING THE CLOCK .................................................... 17
SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER ......................................... 17
SETTING THE TIMER ...................................................... 18
OTHER CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ....................... 19
LISTENING TO EXTERNAL SOURCES ......................... 19
CONNECTING ADVD PLAYER ...................................... 20
GENERAL
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................... 21
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ......................................... 21
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 22
SX-C606 Center speaker SX-R276 Surround speakers
PARTS INDEX ................................................... Bat/r cover
Remote control AM antenna FM antenna
Operating Instructions, etc
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~Front speakers
@Center speaker
Position inthecenter of thetwo front speakers. In addition,
position on or below the TV set, if connecting aTV set to the
The DOLBY PRO LOGIC system which is the biggest feature of
this stereo system provides you with multichannel sound in your
home.
Complete setting and connection of the main unit, supplied
speakers, yourTV and video equipment according to the following
procedure.
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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.
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.
●No sound is heard from the center and surround speakers when
the DOLBY PRO LOGIC the DSP SURROUND system and
the 5.1 CH (page 20) are set to off.
●The sound is heard from the center speaker when the DOLBY
PRO LOGIC or the 5.1CH (page 20) is set to on.
Check the AC voltage
The rated voltage of your unit shown on the rear panel is 120 V
AC. Check that the rated voltage matches your local voltage.
IMPORTANT
Connect the speakers, antennas, and all optional equipment first.
Then connect the AC cord in the end.
Speakers
There are no difference between the front speakers as well as
the surround speakers. Both speakers of its kind can be
connected as L(left) or R(right).
2Surround speaker 2Surround speaker
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Front speaker(R) 5ITelevision
3Center speaker AM antenna
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7Connect the right and left speakers to the main
unit.
Connect the right speaker cord to SPEAKERS Rterminals,
and the left to SPIEAKERS Lterminals.
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The speaker cord with the white stripe should be connected
to the 0terminal and the black cord to the Oterminal.
Connect the slurround speakers to the main unit.
Connect the right surround speaker cord to SURROUND
SPEAKERS Rterminal, and the left to SURROUND
SPEAKERS Lterminal.
Connect the center speaker.
Connect the center speaker cord to CENTER SPEAKER
terminal,
Connect the video equipment.
Connect VIDEO/AUX/PHONO IN jacks of this unit to the audio
output jack of the video equipment with an optional audio
connecting cord.
Connect aTelevision to the video equipment.
Refer to the Operating Instructions of the connected equipment
for details.
Connect the supplied antennas.
Connect the FM antenna to FM 75 Qterminals and the AM
antenna to AM LOOP terminals.
AM antenna
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7Connect the AC cord to an AC outlet. w
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To position the antennas
FM feeder antenna:
Extend the antenna horizontally in aT-shape and fix its ends to ~
the wall.
AM antenna: ‘5
Position to find the best reception. ~
To stand the AM antenna on asurface
Fix the claw to the slot.
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●Be sure to connect the speaker cords correctly. Improper
connections can cause short circuits in SPEAKERS terminals.
●Do not leave objects generating magnetism, such as credit
cards, near the speakers, as the objects may be damaged.
●Do not position the FM antenna near metal objects or curtain
rails.
●Do not position the AM antenna near other optional equipment,
the stereo system itself, the AC cord or speaker cords, as
interference will occur.
●Do not unwind the AM 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 ANTENN”A
For better FM reception, use of an outdoor antenna is
recommended.
Connect the outdoor antenna to FM 75 Qterminals.
To connect other optional equipment+ page 19.
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Inserting batteries
Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control
inserf two R6 (size AA) batteries. and
R6(AA)
When to replace the batteries
The rmaximu-moperational 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.
●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 inside the display window is exposed to intense light,
such as direct sunlight
-Other remote controls are used nearby (those of atelevision,
etc.)
To turn the unit on
Press one of the function buttons (TAPE, TUNEFUBAND, VIDEO/
AlJ)UPHONO, CD). Playback of the inserted disc begins, or the
previously tuned station is received (Direct Play Function).
POWER is also available.
When the unit is turned on, the disc compatlment may open and
close to reset the unit.
To turn the power off
Press POWER.
Flash window
The window on the top of the unit lights up or flashes while the
unit’s power is on.
To turn off the light of the top window, press ■while pressing
CD. To turn back on, repeat the above,
Game Demo
When the AC cord is connected, the display window demonstrates
the game Demo. When the power is turned on, the game Demo
is overridden by the operation display. When the power is turned
off, the game Demo is restored.
To cancel the game Demo
Press DEMO. To re-activate the game Demo, press DEMO
again.
To play the game Demo
1Press DEMO so that the game Demo displays.
2Press >.
Three numbers on the display start to run.
3Press 9once.
The number on the left side stops.
4Press ■twice to stop the remaining two numbers.
Scoring:
20 points are given to start the game,
If all the numbers are eaual, 50 points are added to the score.
If not eaual, one point is subtracted.
If the gained points reach 9999, you win.
If the gained points fall to O,you lose.
To reset the game Demo
Press DEMO twice, then press -. The game starts again,
●During playing the game Demo, 1 and Pare available only
for the game Demo. Cancel the game D’emo to use these
buttons for other functions such as CD playing, etc.
●During the game Demo, some indicators unrelated with the
actual operation light up on the display.
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To dim the illumination of the display m
1Press CLOCIVDIMMER W, then press ENTER within 4z
seconds. Q
2Within 4seconds, ‘turnMULTI JOG to select the dimmer mode.
rDIMMER0+-+ [)IMMER1~DIMMER 2~DIMMER3-1
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DIMMER O: The usual display.
DIMMER 1: The illumination of the display is dimmer than usual.
DIMMER 2: The illumination of the display is dimmer than
DIMMER 1.
DIMMER 3: The illumination of the display is dimmer than
DIMMER 2. The spectrum analyzer and the
illumination on the buttons also light off.
*<< and Eare ak,g avai/ab/e instead of MULTI JOG.
Turn VOLUME on the main unit, or press VOLUME on the
remote control.
The volume level is displayed as anumber from Oto MAX (31).
The volume level is automatically set to 16 when the power is
turned off with the volume level set to 17 or more.
To change the Iefthight balance
Adjust the left/right balance with BALANCE.
●The DOLBY PRO LOGIC (page 15) and the DOLBY DIGITAL
SURROUND (page 20) front speakers level is also changed.
SUPER T-BASS SYSTEM ❑
The T-BASS system enhances the realism of low-frequency
sound.
Press T-BASS.
Each time it is pressed, the level changes. Select one of the
three levels or the off position to suit your preference.
Low frequency sound may be distorted when the T-BASS system
is used fora disc or tape in which low frequency sound is already
emphasized, In this case, cancel the T-BASS system.
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This unit provides the following three different equalization curves.
ROCK: Powerful sound emphasizing treble and bass
POP: More presence in the vocals and midrange
CLASSIC: Enriched sound with heavy bass and fine treble.
Press GEQ repeatedly to select the equalization mode.
The GEQ mode is displayed cyclically as follows.
ROCK— POP— CLASSIC— GEQ OFF
(cancel)
The selected equalization mode is displayed.
To cancel the selected mode
Press GEQ repeatedly until “GEQ OFF is displayed.
*MULTI JOG is also available to change the equalization mode
Using the headphones
Connect headphones to PHONES jack with astandard stereo
plug (06.3 mm, 1/4 inch).
No sound is output from the speakers whilethe headphones are
plugged in.
●When the headphones are plugged in, the DSP SURROUND
system, the DOLBY PRO LOGIC and the 5.ICH (page 20) do
not function.
The DSP (Digital Signal Processor) SURROUND system can
create the effect of sound reflected from walls and ceilings. This
system enhances 3types of sound presence.
DISCO: Sound presence of adisco
LIVE: Sound presence of alive music performance
HALL: Sound presence of aconcerl hall
DSP —
(DISCO,
LIVE,
HALL)
Equalization curves are selected automatically to match the DSP
SURROUND modes and can also be selected or turned off to
suit your preference.
When the music source is monaural
Select LIVE to obtain asimulated 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 DSP SURROUND mode button again. “DSP
OFF is displayed.
WhiletheDWSURROUND mode is off, no sound is heard from
the surround speakers.
To select with the remote control
Press SURROUND repeatedly until the desired mode is
displayed.
To adjust the volume of the surround speakers
Press MANUAL SELECT twice or three times on the remote
control. “S-L”or “S-R” is displayed for 2seconds. Press ++ or
>on the remote control within these 2seconds.
●The DOLBY PRO LOGIC (page 15) and the DOLBY DIGITAL
SURROUND (page 20) surround speakers level is also
changed.
The DSP SURROUND mode is canceled when:
-the DOLBY PRO LOGIC is turned on.
-the headphones are plugged in.
-the 5.1CH (page 20) is selected.
Sound adjustment during recording
The output volume and tone of the speakers or headphones may
be freely varied without affecting the recording.
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RADiO RECEPTION
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Press TUNER/13AND to select the FM or AM band.
When TUNER/BAN13 is pressed while the power is off, the
power is turned on directly (Direct Play Function).
Press TUNER PRESET repeatedly to select the
manual tuning mode.
Each time the bulton is pressed, the following three tuning
modes are select~!d cyclically.
@Preset tuning mode: The preset number flashes.
@Auto search mode: “SEARCH” is displayed.
@Manual tuning mode: “SEARCH” is not displayed and
the preset number does not flash.
Frequency SEARCH Preset number
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The preset tuning mode is skipped if no station is preset.
Turn MULTI JC)G clockwise or counterclockwise
to tune in to astation.
The frequency changes as you turn MULTI JOG. When
station is receivecl, “TUNE is displayed for 2seconds.
During FM stereo reception, [11~111is displayed.
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.-DOWN ant{ -UP are also available to tune in to a
station.
To search for astation quickly (Auto Search)
PressTUNER PRESET repeatedlyto display“SEARCl+’’(auto
search mode), and turn MULTI JOG clockwise or
counterclockwiseuntilthe frequency startsto change rapidly.
After tuning in to astation, the search stops.
SEARCH
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To stop the Auto Search manually, turn MULTI JOG alittle in
either direction.
●The Auto Search may not stop at the stations with very weak
signals.
●HDOWN and WUP are also available to search for a
station. Kee~ HDOWN or -UP pressed until the tuner
starts searching. Press the button to stop the search
manually.
When an FM stereo broadcast contains noise
Press REPEAT/MONO TUNER on the remote controlso that
“MONO appears on the display.
Noise is reduced, although reception is monaural.
MONO
To restore stereo reception, press REPEAT/MONO TUNER
on the remote control so that “MONO disappears.
To change the AM tuning interval
The default settingofthe 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 while pressingTUNER/BAND on the unit.
To reset the interval, repeat this procedure.
When the AM tuning interval is changed, all preset stations
are cleared. The preset stations have to be set again.
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The unit can store atotal of 32 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
MDOWN or MUP to select astation.
Press II SET to store the station.
Apreset number beginning from 1in consecutive order for
each band is assigned to the station.
Frequ~ncy Preset number
Repeat steps 1and 2.
No more stations will be stored if atotal of 32 preset stations
have already been stored.
PRESET “NUMBER TuiiriG” “‘
Use the remote control to select the preset number directly.
1Press TUNER/BAND to select aband.
2Press numbered buttons O-9 and +10 to 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. Press TUNER PRESET
repeatedly untilthe preset numberflashes (presettuning mode),
and turn MULTI JOG. The preset numbers are selected in
sequence as you turn MULTI JOG.
●*PRESET isalso available to select the preset number. Each
time the buttonispressed, the next highestnumber isselected.
To clear apreset station
Select the preset number of the station to be cleared with the
numbered buttons, Then, press ■CLEAR, and press II SET
within 4seconds.
The preset numbers of all other stations in the band with higher
numbers are decreased by one.
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(Deck 1) (Deck 2)
Usable tapes
Use Type I(normal) tapes only.
1Press TAPE, then press W= to open the cassette
holder.
Insert atape with the exposed side down. Push the cassette
holder to close.
2Press -to start play.
Only the side facing out from the unit can be played back.
To stop play, press WA.
To pause play, press 11. To resume play, press again.
To fast forward or rewind, press -or -in stop mode.
Then press W4 to stop the tape.
When both Deck 1and Deck 2are set in the playback
mode
Deck 2is heard.
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CD PlmAYMIJG
PLAYING DISCS :
PLAY I-5
EDITI
CHECK
RANDOM
REPEAT
0-9,+10
DIRECT
LOADING DISCS
Press CD, then press AOPEN/CLOSE to open the
disc compartment. Load disc(s) with the label side
up.
To load one or two [~, place the disc(s) on the tray(s) in the
direction of the arrows as illustrated.
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To load three to five discs, press DISC CHANGE to rotate the
trays after placing two discs. Place the next disc on empty tray.
Each time DISC CHANGE is pressed, the trays rotate and one
disc can be placed.
After placing the dliscs, press 40 PEN/CLOSE to close the
disc compartment.
The display shows the information of the disc to be played.
Tray number of the
disc to be played Total playing time
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Total number of tracks
Load discs. b,
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To play all discs in the disc compartment, press E. ,; ;:
Play begins with the disc on tray 1. g
Number of track being played Elapsed playing time g:
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To dav one disc onlw press one of DISC DIRECT PLAY s
1-5.
The selected disc is played once. d
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Selected disc tray number Elaps~d playing time ~
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To play with the remote control
Press DIRECT, then press one of the numbered buttons 1to 5
within 3seconds to select adisc.
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 the button at the desired point. ❑
To skip to the beginning of atrack during playback, turn
MULTI JOG or press +or >repeatedly.
To remove discs, press AOPEN/CLOSE.
You can onlv remove the two discs that face VOU.When the disc(s)
to be removed does(do) not face you, press DISC CHANGE
repeatedly.
To start play when the power is off (Direct Play Function)
Press CD. The power is turned on and play of the loaded disc(s)
begins.
When AOPEN/CLOSE is pressed, the power is also turned on
and the disc compartment is opened.
To check the remaining time
During play, press EDIT/CHECK on the remote control. The
amount of time remaining until all tracks finish playing is
displayed. To restore the playing time display, repeat the above.
Selecting atrack with the remote control
1Press DIRECT, then press one of the numbered buttons 1to
5within 3seconds to select adisc.
2Press numbered buttons O-9and +1Oto select atrack.
Example:
To select the 25th track, press +10, +10 and 5.
To select the 10th track, press +10 and O.
The selected track starts to play and continues to the end of
that disc.
Replacing discs during play
While one disc is playing, the other discs can be replaced without
interrurXinq dav.
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3
Press DISC CHANGE.
Two discs can be replaced.
Remove the discs and replace with other discs.
To replace the other two discs, press DISC CHANGE again.
Press AOPEN/CLOSE to close the disc compartment.
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●When Ioadina an 8-cm f3-inch) disc, make sure to Dlace it onto
the inner circle of the trav precisely. Otherwise, the disc may
be damaged or the disc compartment will not open. If it does
not open, please consult your Aiwa dealer for repair.
●Do not place more than one compact disc on one disc tray.
●Do not tilt the unit with discs loaded. Doing so may cause
malfunctions.
●When transporting the unit, remove the discs from the trays.
●When replacing the discs during play, do not replace discs other
than those facing you.
If you place adisc on the empty right inner tray, and then press
AOPEN/CLOSE, “ERROR” is displayed and the disc
compartment may not close. Remove the disc on that tray.
Press RANDOM on the remote control.
“RANDOM” lights up on the display.
To cancel random play, press again.
To ~lav all discs, press -to start play.
To dav asinale disc, press one of DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-5 to
start play.
During random play, it is not possible to skip to the previously
played track with +.
Asingle disc or all the discs can be played repeatedly.
Press REPEAT on the remote control.
“G” lights up on the display.
To plav all discs, press *to start play.
To dav asinale disc, press one of DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-5 to
start play.
upto 30
discs. tracks can be programmed from any of the inserted
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Use the remote control.
1Press PRGM in stop mode.
“PRG” is displayed .
2Press DIRECT, then press one of the numbered
buttons 1to 5within 3seconds to select adisc.
Go to the next step when the tray stops rotating.
3Press numbered buttons O-9 and +10 to program
atrack.
Example:
To select the 25th track, press +10, +10 and 5.
To select the 10th track, press +1Oand O.
Selected track number Total number of selected tracks
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Program number I
Total playing time of the
selected tracks
4Repeat steps 2and 3to program other tracks.
5Press -to start play.
To check the program
Each time +or -is pressed in stop mode, adisc number,
track number, and program number will be displayed.
To clear the program
Press ■CLEAR in stop mode.
To add tracks to the program
Repeat steps 2 and 3 in stop mode. The track will be programmed
after the last track.
To change the programmed tracks
Clear the program and repeat all the steps again
During programmed play, you can not use random play, check
the remaining time or select adisc or track.
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RECORDING
Preparation
●Use Type I(normal) Iapes only.
●Set thetape to the point where recording will start.
●Note that recording is done on only one side of the tape.
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Insert the tap[? to be recorded on into Deck 1.
Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing out
from the unit.
Press one of the function buttons and prepare
the source to be recorded.
~ecord from :~, press CD and load the disc(s).
To record from a- press TAPE. Then, insertthe original
tape into Deck 2 and play it.
To record from aradio broadcast, press TUNER/BAND and
tune in to astaticln.
To record from aconnected source, press VIDEO/AUX/
PHONO and play.
Press ●on Dleck 1to start recording.
To record part of the CD .4S
When ●is pressed, recording always starts from the first track. ~,
Tostart in the middle of atrack, play the CD first and press 1lSET >
for CD at the point you wish to start recording from. Then, press ~
●.The pause mode for CD button is released automatically #&
and recording starts. ~,,.
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Sound adjustment during recording ‘
The output volume and tone of the speakers or headphones may @
be freely varied without affecting the recording. ;#
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●Do not press the buttons on Deck 2during recording. e:
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●●cannot be depressed if the erasure prevention tab on the
side of the tape to be recorded is broken off.
To erase arecording
Aprevious recording is erased when anew recording is made
on that part of that tape.
1Insert the tape you want to erase into Deck 1.
2Press TAPE and stop all the tape operation in Deck 2.
3Windup thetape tothe pointwherethe erasureistobe started.
4Press ●on Deck 1to start the erasure.
Fis depressed simultaneously.
When the selected function is CD, playback and recording
start simultaneously.
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To stop recording, press W+ on Deck 1.
To pause recording, press II on Deck 1.
To resume recording, press it again.
To record selected tracks of the CD
Before pressing ●,program the tracks (see page 11).
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About cassette tapes
●To prevent accidental erasure, break off the plastic tabs
on the cassette tape after recording with ascrewdriver or
other ~ointed tool.
Side ATab for side A
To record on the tape again, cover the tab openings with
adhesive tape, etc.
c120-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 orjam inthe mechanism.
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7
8
Press ●on Deck 1to start recording on the first
side.
~flashes for 10 seconds, and then CD play and recording
of edited tracks for the first side start simultaneously. When
the end of the tape is reached, Deck 1enters the recording
stop mode. After entering the recordingstop mode go to step
7.
Press EDIT/CHECK to display the program for the
second recording.
“B” is displayed.
Turn over the tape in Deck 1and press ●to start
recording on the second side.
To stop recording
Press ■/A on Deck 1.
Recording and CD play stop simultaneously.
To clear the edit program
Press ■CLEAR twice in the stop mode so that “EDIT” disappears
on the display, or press AOPEN/CLOSE.
To check the order of the programmed track numbers
Before recording, press EDIT/CHECK on the remote control to
select side Aor B, and press -or *repeatedly.
Tape side Programmed track numbers
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)
1Insert the tape into Deck 1.
Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing out
from the unit, and wind up the tape with -.
2Press CD and load the disc(s).
3Press EDIT/CHECK m.
“EDl~ and “Al” are displayed. I
Track number Program number
To add tracks from other discs to the edit program
If there is any time remaining on the tape after step 5, you can
add tracks from other discs in the CD compartment.
1
2
3
4
Press EDIT/CHECK on the remote controlto select side Aor
B.
Press DIRECT, then press one of the numbered buttons 1to
5within 3seconds to select adisc.
Press numbered buttons on the remote control to select the
tracks.
Atrack whose playing time is longer than the remaining time
cannot be programmed.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to add more tracks.
EDIT
●When ‘rPRGM” is displayed, press EDIT/CHECK again.
4Press DIRECT, then press one of the numbered
buttons 1to 5within 3seconds to select adisc.
5Press numbered buttons O-9 on the remote
control to 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. ”
●<, *or MULTI JOG are also available to designate
the tape length.
Time on cassette tapes and editing time
The actual cassette recording time is u&ally alittle longer than
the specified recording time printed on the label. This unit can
program tracks to use the extra time. When the total recording
time is alittle longer than the tape’s specified recording time
after editing; the display shows the extra time (without aminus
mark), instead of the time remaining on the tape (with the minus
Remaining time Programmed
Tape length of recording tracks for side A
Imark).
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The Al edit recording function cannot be used with discs
containing 31 tracks or more.
Tape side
A: First recording side
B:-Second recording side
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3,7,8,9
5
4
2
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In the F’rogrammed edit recording function the tracks can be
programmed while checking the remaining time on each side of
the tape as the tracks are programmed.
1
2
3
4
Insert the tape into Deck 1.
Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on first facing out
from the unit, and wind up the tape with -.
Press CD and load the disc(s).
Press EDIT/CIHECK twice.
“ED1-~ and “PRGM” are displayed.
●When “Al” is dispiayed, press EDIT/CHECK again.
Press numbered buttons on the remote control
to designate the tape length.
10 to 99 minutes can be specified.
●*I, *or MULTI JOG are also available to designate
the tape length. Tape side AMaximum recording
Tape length (front side) time for side A
5Press DIRECr, then press one of the numbered
buttons 1to Uwithin 3seconds to select adisc.
Then, press numbered buttons O-9 and +10 on
the remote ccmtrol to program atrack.
Example: To select the 10th track of disc 2, press DIRECT
and :2,then pres:s +10 and O.
Selected disc
number Program number Remaining time on side A
6
7
8
9
Repeat step 5for the rest of the tracks for side c1
A.
Atrack whose playing time is longer than the remaining time “:f:”’
cannot be programmed. ;#j”
Press EDIT/CHECK to select side Band program ‘,x’
the tracks for side B. w
Tape side B(reverse side)
Press EDIT/CHECK to select side Aand press
●on Deck 1.
~flashes for 10 seconds, and then CD play and recording
of edited tracks for the first side start simultaneously. When
the end of the tape is reached, Deck 1enters the recording
stop mode. After entering the recordings top mode, go to
step 9.
Press EDIT/CHECK for recording of the second
side.
“B” is displayed.
10 Turn over the tape in Deck 1and press ●to start
recording.
Recording starts.
To stop recording
Press W= on Deck 1. Recording and CD play stop
simultaneously. ❑
To check the order of the programmed track numbers
Before recording, press EDITICHECK on the remote controlto
select side Aor B, and press ++ or >repeatedly.
Disc number Program number
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Track number Programmed track numbers
To change the program of each side
Press EDIT/CHECK on the remote controlto select side Aor B,
and press WCLEAR to clear the program on the selected side.
Then program tracks again.
To clear the edit program
Press ■CLEAR twice in stop mode so that “EDIT disappears
on the display.
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Up to 30 tracks can be programmed from any of the inserted
discs.
Selected track number Programmed track number
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The DOLBY PRO LOGIC feature and the center and rear
speakers (standard) assure full-scale home theater sound. When
playing back laser discs or video software that have been
recorded in Dolby Surround, astonishingly realistic sound
surrounds the listener to create anew level of audio/visual
entertainment.
Independent control of the four sound channels allows the listener
to enjoy the same type of sound reproduction experienced in
movie theaters. Voices are reproduced in the front and center
sound field, while ambient sounds like cars and crowds are
reproduced on all sides of the listener for an incredibly lifelike
audio/video experience. PIease read the following carefully to
“tune” the system’s output to match the characteristics of your
listening space.
Check the following:
●Before using the DOLBY PRO LOGIC, adjust the proper
balance of speaker sound levels.
●Make sure the supplied speakers are properly connected and
positioned (see page 4).
●Make sure the TV set and video unit are properly connected
(see page 4).
●Make sure the laser disc, video tape, etc. ,support
unpowv SURROUNDI
1
The unit is equipped with abuilt-in test signal generator called a
noise sequencer for easy balance adjustment of all 5channels.
The sequencer outputs anoise signal that “travels” from channel
to channel, enabling the simple adjustment of sound level to
achieve, at the listening position, the same apparent loudness
from each channel.
Use the remote COntrO1.
1Press DOLBY PRO LOGIC to select NORMAL.
“NORMAL” is displayed.
If “PHANTOM” or “3 STEREO is displayed, press DOLBY
PRO LOGIC repeatedly until “NORMAL” is selected.
2Press MANUAL SELECT (TEST) and hold it down
for about 4seconds until “L” flashes.
Anoise signal ,issent to each channel in turn in the following
sequence.
~L: Left speaker- CEN: Center speaker+ R: Right speaker I
1- S-L: Left surround speaker -S-R: Right surround speaker ~
3Adjust the sound level of the center and the
surround speakers.
While “CEN”, “S-R” or %-L is displayed, press +or -
to adjust the volume of the center or surround speakers to
match the level of the left and right speakers.
To adjust the balance between the left and right speakerb,
see page 6. At this time, the DOLBY PRO LOGIC mode should
be canceled by pressing DOLBY PRO LOGIC until the “P-
OFF is displayed.
4Press MANUAL SELECT (TEST) again to stop the
noise signal.
“If the surround speakers or the center speaker level of the
DOLBY PRO LOGIC is changed, that of the DSP SURROUND
system (page 7) and the DOLBY DIGITAL SURROUND (page
20) is also changed.
●While “S-R” or “S-L” is displayed, both surround speakers output
the noise signal together. However, only the sound level of one
surround speaker displayed as “S-R” or ‘S-l-” can be adjusted.
●When the sequencer outputs anoise signal, aclicking sound
might be heard from the speakers due to the characteristics of
the circuit. This is not malfunction.
About the channels
The left and right speakers create the stereo effect.
The center speaker helps achieve precise sound positioning
over abroad sound field.
The rear-mounted surround speakers enhance the ‘(depth” of
the sound field.
To change the delay time
The surround speakers reproduce sounds asplit second after
the front speakers. The delay is initially set to 20 ms
(milliseconds).
To change this standard delay time, press MANUAL SELECT
(TEST) on the remote control repeatedly in NORMAL or
PHANTOM mode until “TIME” is displayed. Then, press the+
or -. Each time one of the buttons is pressed, the delay time
changes as shown below.
15ms ~201ms~30ms
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ADDITIONAL DOLBY PRO LOGIC”MODES
2–1
1Press the VIDEO/AUX/PHONO and start playback
of the video source.
2Press DOLBY PRO LOGIC.
NORMAL is selected, and the playback sound has the DOLBY
PRO LOGIC effect.
To cancel DOLBY PRO LOGIC mode
Press DOLBY PRO LOGIC repeatedly until “P-OFF is displayed.
To change the sound levels during playback
After adjusting the balance with the noise sequencer, the sound
levels of the center or surround speakers can be adjusted during
riayback of laser discs or video software.
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Press MANUAL SELECT (TEST) on the remote control
repeatedly to select “CEN”(center), ‘(S-R” (surround right) or
“S-L” (surround left).
While the “CEN”, “S-R or “S-P is displayed, press -or
*cmthe remote control to adjust the volume.
In addition to the NORMAL mode, this unit is also equipped with
the PHANTOM and the 3STEREO modes.
PHANTOM mode: Use this mode when no center speaker is
connected. The center channel signals are output through the
left and right speakers.
3STEREO mode: Use this mode when no surround speakers
are connected. This mode reproduces rear sounds through the
front speakers.
To select PHANTOM or 3STEREO
Press DOLBY PRO LOGIC repeatedly until the desired DOLBY
PRO LOGIC mode is displayed. The DOLBY PRO LOGIC mode
is displayed cyclically as follows.
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To adjust the balance of connected speaker sound levels
Carry out steps 2to 4on page 15.
●Depending on the sound source and/or listening conditions,
surround effect may not be obtained even when the DOLBY
PRO LOGIC is on.
●The full DOLBY PRO LOGIC effect cannot be obtained when
using software without 001- SURWND1 mark.
●The DOLBY PRO LOGIC is automatically canceled when:
-the DSP SURROUND system is turned on.
-the headphones are plugged in.
-the 5.1 CH (page 20) is turned on.
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1Press CLOCWDIMMER once, then press ENTER The unit can be turned off automatically at aspecified time.
within 4seconds.. 1Press SLEEP on the remote control.
When using the remote control 2
Press CLOCK, then press II SET within 4seconds.
2Turn MULTI JOG to designate the hour, then press
ENTER.
The hour stops flashing and the minute starts flashing.
Within 4seconds, turn MULTI JOG or press -
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
3Turn MULTI JOG to designate the minute, then
press ENTER.
The minute stops flashing on the display and the clock starts
from 00 seconds.
To display the current time
Press CLOCWDIMMER once. The time is displayed for 4To check the time remaining until the power is turned off
seconds. Press SLEEP once. The remaining time is displayed for 4
However, the time cannot be displayed during recording. seconds.
To switch to the 24-hour standard To cancel the sleep timer
Press CLOCK/DIMMER once and then press Wwithin 4Press SLEEP twice so that “SLEEPOFF appears on the display.
seconds.
Repeat the same procedure to restore the 12-hour standard.
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.
*uand ware also available instead of MULTI JOG.
*//SET jS a/so avaj/ab/e instead of ENTER.
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The unit can be turn,ed on at aspecified time every day with the
built-in timer.
Preparation
Make sLlre the clock is set correctly.
1
2
3
4
Press TIMER to display 0, then press ENTER
within 6seconds.
@is displayed and the hour flashes. y
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If you press ENTER after 6seconds, another operation may
start.
Designate the hour of the timer-on time by turning
MULTI JOG, then press ENTER.
Repeat to designate the minute of the timer-on
time.
After you designate the timer-on time, one of the source names
flashes on the display.
Press one of the function buttons to select a
source, then press ENTER.
cIf TIUNER/BANID ispressed, the band cannot be selected in
this step.
Select the duration for the timer-activated period
with MULTI JOG, then press ENTER.
5
6
7
Prepare the source. u
To listen to aCD, load the disc to be played first on tray 1.
To listen to atape, insert the tape into Deck 1or 2. :
To listen to the radio, tune in to ast;tion. s
Press POWER to turn the unit off after adjusting “~
the volume and tone. a
Oremains on the display after the power is turned off (timer ~
standby mode). e
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Get ready for the TAPE function or the timer
recording.
To listen to the tape, press >.
To record the source, press .on Deck 1.
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 16 when the power is
turned off with the volume level set to 17 or more.
The timer recording period and tape length
When the length of the tape to be recorded is shorter than the
timer recording period, ●on Deck 1is released before the timer
is off.
When the tape length is longer than the timer recording period,
●is not released. If. is not released for along time, the tape
in the deck may be damaged. Press WA to release ●.
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 are displayed for 4
To cancel timer standby mode temporarily
Press TIMER repeatedly until @disappears on the display.
To restore the timer standby mode, press TIMER once or twice
to display 0,
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.
●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.
*44 and> are also available instead of MULTI JOG.
*//SET is also avai/ab/e instead of ENTER
The duration for the timer-activated period can be set between
5 and 240 minutes in 5-minute steps.
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CD DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
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.
This unit can input analog sound signals through these jacks.
Use acable with RCA phono plugs to connect audio equipment
(turntables, DVD players, LD players, MD players, VCRs, TV,
etc.).
Connect the red plug to VIDEO/AUX/PHONO IN Rjack, and the
white plug to VIDEO/AUX/PHONO IN Ljack.
When connecting aturntable
Use an Aiwa turntable equipped with abuilt-in equalizer amplifier.
CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) JACK
This unit can output CD digital sound signals through this jack.
Use an optical cable to connect digital audio equipment (DAT
deck, MD recorder, etc.).
Remove the dust cap @from the CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
jack. Then, connect an optical cable plug to the CD DIGITAL
OUT (OPTICAL) jack.
When the CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack is not being
used
Attach the supplied dust cap.
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Connect an optional powered sub woofer with abuilt-in amplifier
to the jack.
SUB WOOFER output jack is designed to reproduce the DOLBY
DIGITAL SURROUND sound.
No sound is heard from the sub woofer when the DOLBY PRO
LOGIC, the DSP SURROUND system and the 5.1 CH are set to
off.
This unit can input sound signals from the audio equipment (DVD
players, LD players, etc.) that contains aDolby Digital decoder
with the 5.1 ch output terminals. Refer to “CONNECTING A
DVD PLAYER” on page 20.
To play equipment connected to VIDEO/AUX/PHONO IN jacks
proceed as follows.
1Press VIDEO/AUX/PHONO.
“VIDEO appears on the display.
2Play the connected equipment.
To change asource name on the display
When VIDEO/AUX/PHONO is pressed, “VIDEO is displayed
initially. It can be changed to ‘(AUX,” “PHONO” or “TV.”
With the power on, press POWER while pressing VIDEO/AUX/
PHONO.
Repeat the procedure to select one of the names.