Hitachi CX-45E User manual

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CD RADIO CASSETTE
RECORDER FM/MW/LW
CX-45E(BS)
Instruction Manual
Before operating please read these instructions thoroughly
NOTICE
The STANDBY/ON button on the front panel switches the unit from STANDBY to ON but
does not isolate the unit from the mains supply. If it is to be left unattended for a long
period, it is recommended that the unit is switched to standby and the mains plug is
removed from the socket.
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SOME DO’S AND DON’TS FOR THE
SAFE USE OF YOUR EQUIPMENT (for U.K.)
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international
safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you
are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
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DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, exten-
sion leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly
made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and
withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, opera-
tion or safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on the equipment.
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DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it
workingnormally,orifitisdamagedinanyway-switchoff,withdrawthemains
plug and consult your dealer.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is spe-
cifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby
mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your
family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for
infirm or handicapped people.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are
distracted from the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch televi-
sion whilst driving a vehicle.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently
damage your hearing.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment, for example with
curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the
life of the equipment.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws - to en-
sure complete safety always fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs
with the fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
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NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes,
slots or any other opening in the case - this could result in a fatal
electrical shock;
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NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any
kind. It is better to be safe than sorry!
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that this product, to which this dec-
laration relates, is in conformity with the following standards:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN60555-2 and EN60555-3.
Following the provisions of 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC Direc-
tives.
IMPORTANT
The mains lead on this equipment may be supplied with a moulded plug
incorporating a fuse, the value of which is indicated on the pin face of the
plug.Shouldthe fuse need to be replaced,anASTAor BSI approved BS1362
fuse must be used of the same rating. If the fuse cover is detachable never
use the plug with the cover omitted. If a replacement fuse cover is required,
ensure it is of the same colour as that visible on the pin face of the plug. Fuse
covers are available from your dealer.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not
suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a
power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or
consult your dealer.
Should it be necessary to change the mains plug, this must be carried out by
a competent person, preferably a qualified electrician.
If there is no alternative to cutting off the mains plug, ensure that you dispose
of it immediately, having first removed the fuse, to avoid a possible shock
hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following
code:
Blue: NEUTRAL
Brown: LIVE
As these colours may not correspond to the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the
letter Nor coloured BLUE or BLACK. The wire coloured BROWN must be
connected to the terminal marked with the letter Lor coloured BROWN or
RED.
On no account connect either of these wires to the terminal marked E or by
the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.
Alternatively, this equipment may be supplied with a rewireable plug already
fitted, which may be removed if not suitable and an alternative fitted in accor-
dance with the preceding instructions.
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•LOCATION OF EXPLANATORY LABELS
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE
KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT
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•POWER SUPPLY
MAINS SUPPLY
To AC outlet
230V 50Hz
BATTERY SUPPLY
NOTE : When the volume drops and the tape speed slows down, it is a sign that the
batteries have to be replaced.
12V DC
8 x IEC R20 or
JIS R20P or “D”cell.
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•INSERTING MEMORY BACK-UP BATTERIES
Battery Supply
•Batteries for the memory backup of preset stations:
3V [2x “AA”cell or IEC R6 or R6P (JIS SUM-3)].
•Do not use new and old batteries or different kinds of batteries together. Replace the
batteries with new ones once a year. Battery leakages may occur if you leave old
batteries in the battery compartment for a long period.
•If the power cord is unplugged and the batteries are not inserted, the preset station
will be cleared.
IMPORTANT: Before plugging in the set, first insert the memory backup batteries.
•USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
Battery Insertion
3V [2x “AAA”cell or IEC R03 or JIS R03P (JIS UM-4)].
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•USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
0.5 to 6 m
30˚30˚
1. Point the remote control at the remote sensor (1) when operating.
2. The remote control may not be effective in strong day light.
3. Never get the remote control wet.
4. Replace the batteries when the performance of the remote control becomes un-
stable.
Note: •Do not use new and old batteries or different kinds of batteries together.
•During radio listening (MW, LW), if you operate the remote control extremely
close to the sound system, some noise may be produced.
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VOLUME
12 3
456
789
+10
0MODE/REMAIN
TAPE TIMER SLEEP
TUNER PROG.
POWER
PRESET/REPEAT
STOP RANDOM INTRO
DOWN UP
VOLUME
123
456
789
+10
0MODE/REMAIN
TAPETIMERSLEEP
TUNERPROG.
POWER
PRESET/REPEAT
STOPRANDOMINTRO
DOWNUP
VOLUME
123
456
789
+10
0MODE/REMAIN
TAPE TIMER SLEEP
TUNER PROG.
POWER
PRESET/REPEAT
STOPRANDOMINTRO
DOWNUP
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PRECAUTIONS
•When the set is not going to be used for a long time, unplug theAC lead and remove
the batteries.
•Do not leave exhausted batteries in the compartment as they will leak and cause
corrosion and damage.
•Never open the covers, touch the inside of the unit or insert metal objects. Any of
these actions could cause an electric shock or a fault.
•If your hear thunder, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. If the set is being
used outdoors, collapse the antenna and stop using the set.
•Collapse the antenna when carrying the set. If the set is carried with the antenna
extended, it could break.
•Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, extreme heat, and high humidity, or place it
near heat sources, the sea, or in a sandy or dusty place.
•Do not clean the cabinet of the set with strong detergents or solvents as these could
damage the surface finish.
•We discourage the use of C-120 cassette tapes as they tend to break or jam the
device.
•The apparatus should not be exposed to liquid dripping or splashing.
•Discs which can be played on this player have the following mark on them:
•Do not move the set suddenly from a very cold room into a warm room. When a
chilled CD player is moved suddenly to a warm location, moisture condensation may
form on the pick-up lens, preventing proper operation. In this case, wait 1 to 2 hours
before resuming play.
•During playback, if the CD player is subjected to a sudden shock or jolt, some noise
may be produced, this is not a malfunction.
•Do not place any objects in the disc compartment. It may cause damage to the
mechanism.
•Whenever moving the set, first, be sure to remove the disc from it, If the player is
moved with the disc loaded, the disc may be damaged.
•Do not store discs in high temperature, high-humidity locations. The discs may warp
and become unusable.Also, discs with moisture on them may be unplayable. Wipe
any moisture off with a soft, dry cloth, and be sure discs are fully dry before using.
•Handle the discs carefully so that fingerprints and dust do not adhere to the surface
ofthediscs.To clean off,use a soft cloth. Do notuseahardclothsince it may scratch
the disc.
•If you switch on or off a fluorescent lamp placed near the set, you may hear some
interference noise; this is not a malfunction.
•Please do not use compact discs with cellophane tapes or with labels attached, or
those CD with peeled off stains, such as rental CD. If such discs were used on a CD
player, they may get trapped inside the unit and cause malfunction.
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•KEY TO ILLUSTRATIONS
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KEY TO ILLUSTRATIONS
REMOTE CONTROL
1. POWER Button
2. Number Buttons
3. MODE/REMAIN Button
4. TIMER Button
5. SLEEP Button
6. PROG. Button
7. PRESET/REPEAT Button
8. RANDOM Button
9. INTRO Button
10. 4/1/ DOWN Button
11. ¡/¢/ UP Button
12. VOLUME UP Button
13. VOLUME DOWN Button
14. PLAY/PAUSE Button (6)
15. STOP Button (7)
16. TUNER Button
17. TAPE Button
VOLUME
12 3
456
789
+10
0MODE/REMAIN
TAPE TIMER SLEEP
TUNER PROG.
POWER
PRESET/REPEAT
STOP RANDOM INTRO
DOWN UP
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KEY TO ILLUSTRATIONS (See page 9)
SET
1. Handle
2. Telescopic Antenna
3. CD Door
CASSETTE DECK
4. RECORD Button (¶)
5. PLAY Button (2)
6. REWIND Button (¡)
7. F.FWD Button (1)
8. STOP/EJECT Button (7)
9. PAUSE Button (8)
10. VOLUME Control
11. PHONES Jack
12. BASS BOOST Button
13. Cassette Door
14. Tweeter Speaker
15. Main Speaker
16. SLEEP Button
CD CONTROL
17. PLAY/PAUSE Button (6)
18. STOP Button (7)
19. ¡/¢UP Button
20. 4/1DOWN Button
21. PROG. MEM/CLOCK Button
22. REPEAT/PRESET Button
23. BAND/TUNER Button
24. TAPE Button
25. SURROUND Button
26. STANDBY/ON Button
27. SURROUND MODE Indicator
28. STANDBY/ON Indicator
29. Remote Sensor
30. AC Mains
31. Battery Door
32. (DIGITAL OUT) Optical Jack
33. BEAT CUT/FM MODE Switch
FUNCTIONS AND FEATURES
TIMER AND CLOCK
SLEEP TIMER
Pressing SLEEP [16] sets the unit to Standby mode at desire timer setting.
TIMER-PLAY/TIMER-RECORDING
The programmable timer turns on and off your desired sound source at your desired time. It can
also start recording from a radio broadcast at your desired time.
SETTING THE CLOCK
Refer to page 16 for illustrations.
1. Make sure the unit is in Standby mode. Press the PROG. MEM/CLOCK button [21] once.
2. Adjust the hour setting by pressing 4/1button [20] or ¡/¢button [19] until it reaches
the desired hour.
3. Press the PROG. MEM/CLOCK button [21] again.
4. Adjust the minute setting by pressing 4/1button [20] or ¡/¢button [19] until it
reaches the desired minute.
The clock will commence time keeping at the last press of the 4/1button [20] or ¡/¢
button [19]. Pressing the 4/1button [20] or ¡/¢button [19] during this time will reset the
clock’s timing again.After 10 seconds, the display will stop blinking. The time is now set.
To reset or adjust time again, please perform steps 1-4.
SURROUND SOUND AND BASS BOOST FEATURES
The Surround Sound feature provides enhanced four speaker output and extra wide stereo separa-
tion. The BASS BOOST feature provides extra Bass Response, especially at lower volume levels.
•Pressthe SURROUNDbutton [25]to selectthis function.The SurroundIndicator lightsup. Press
again to turn off. The Surround Indicator light will go off.
•Push the BASS BOOST button [12] to “ON”_to obtain rich Bass sound as desired.
NOTE: If you are playing music with heavy Bass sound at loud volume levels, you may experience
distortion if the BASS BOOST feature is “ON”_. If this occurs, reduce the volume or switch the
BASS BOOST feature “OFF”—.
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TUNER SECTION
TUNER AERIALS
•For FM, extend the telescopic aerial. To improve FM-reception, incline and turn the
aerial. Reduce its length if the FM-signal is too strong (very close to a transmitter).
•For MW and LW, the set is provided with a built-in aerial, so the telescopic aerial is not
needed. Direct the aerial by turning the whole set.
STEREO/MONO (FM only)
•When an FM stereo signal is too weak or noisy for stereo listening, set the switch [33]
to the MONO position to reduce the noise.
TUNER with PRESET STATIONS
•Allows you to memorize 20 stations for FM, 10 stations for MW and 10 stations for LW.
BEAT CUT (MW and LW only)
•Ifbeat noise is audiblewhilerecording from an MWorLW radio programme,flipswitch
[33] over from [A] to [B] or from [B] to [A] to reduce the noise.
TAPE RECORDER SECTION
Useonly NORMALtapes in the cassettedeckofthissound system.Thecharacteristics
of the cassette deck mechanisms do not match other types of tape.
REWIND (¡) AND FAST FORWARD (1) BUTTONS
To rewind the tape, press the REWIND button [6]. To rapidly advance the tape, press the
F.FWD button [7]. To stop rewinding or fast forwarding, press the STOP/EJECT button [8].
PAUSE BUTTON (8)
To halt the tape temporarily during recording or playback, press the PAUSE button [9]. To
release the pause mode, press the PAUSE button [9] again.
STOP/EJECT BUTTON (7)
When this button is pressed with the tape running, the tape stops. When it is pressed in the
stop mode, the cassette door opens.
VARIABLE MONITOR
During recording, adjustment of volume is unnecessary.Aprogramme may by heard at any
desired volume, and the setting of the BASS BOOST Button [12] does not affect the volume
because of the “Variable Monitor”device.
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CD PLAYER SECTION
4/1AND ¡/¢BUTTONS
Skip playback
By pressing the ¡/¢[19] or 4/1[20] buttons, you can skip to a next or previous
title, or you can select a track before starting playback.
A. During PLAY
–You can skip to the next track by pressing the ¡/¢button once. If you want to skip
morethan one track, press the ¡/¢buttonmorethanonceuntil the display shows
the desired track number.
–If you want to repeat the running title from the beginning, press the 4/1button
once. If you want to repeat one of the previous titles, press the 4/1button more
than once until the display shows the required track number.
–Press and hold ¡/¢or 4/1button on the front panel during play, and the CD
player will start search. The player will start play when you release the button.
B. In position STOP
–In position STOPwith a CD inserted you can select the desired title using the ¡/¢
or 4/1button until the display shows the required track number. Press PLAY/
PAUSE button [17] to start playback.
Connection to an optical device
Connect the optical digital cord to
thisunitafterremovingtheterminal
cover from the optical terminal.
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
OUT
Optical digital cord MD recorder, etc.
OPTICAL
DIGITAL IN
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Symptom
No AC power.
No DC power.
Tape does not run when a button is
pressed.
Cassette cannot be inserted.
No recording.
Sound deterioration or irregular tape
speed.
Slow tape speed or low volume.
Disc is not played.
Player does not operate correctly;
sound is interrupted, noise occurs and
tracks cannot be selected.
Player does not operate normally when
control buttons are pressed.
Cause/Method of solution
•Isthepowercordconnected properly?
•Are the batteries properly inserted in
the battery compartment?
•Are the batteries exhausted?
•Is the cassette upside down?
•Is the Pause button pressed? If so,
unlock and release.
•Aretheaccidental-erasureprevention
tabs punched out? If so, cover the
holes with plastic tape.
•Clean heads, capstan and pressure
roller with a cleaning stick.
•Are the batteries exhausted?
•Is the disc loaded upside down?
•Is the disc scratched or warped?
•Is the pick-up lens dirty? If so, clean it
with a cleaning stick.
•Is the disc scratched or otherwise
flawed?
•Is the disc soiled?
•First press the Stop button then play
the disc again.
Power
OPERATION (See page 16 - 28)
TO LISTEN USING HEADPHONES (See page 28)
RECORDING PROTECTION (See page 29)
MAINTENANCE (See page 29, 30)
CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
Before you jump to the conclusion that the unit is out of order!
When the set is not operating properly, one is apt to assume that the set is faulty. There are,
however, many possible faults which are not directly attributable to the set itself. It is
recommended to check the following before taking the set to a Hitachi dealer.
CD player Tape Recorder
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SPECIFICATIONS
RADIO SECTION
Frequency Range FM: 87.5 - 108MHz (50kHz step)
MW: 522 - 1620kHz (9kHz step)
LW: 146 - 281kHz (1kHz step)
Antennas FM: Telescopic antenna
MW/LW: Built-in ferrite bar
TAPE RECORDER SECTION
Frequency Response 100 ~ 8,000 Hz
CD PLAYER SECTION
Disc used Compact Disc
Sampling Frequency 44.1kHz
Quantization Number 16 bit linear/channel
Frequency Response 20 to 20,000Hz
GENERAL SPECIFICATION
PowerRequirements AC 230V, 50Hz
12V DC, “D”cell or IEC R20 or JIS R20P x 8 or
equivalent
Memory Back-up Battery 3V [2x “AA”cell or IEC R6 or R6P (JIS SUM-3)]
Power Consumption 14W in AC operation
Speakers Main: 10cm (4 in.) x 2, Impedance: 8 ohms
Tweeter: 5 cm (2 in.) x 2, Impedance: 8 ohms
Power Output 2W + 2W
Outputs Headphones jack (stereo 3.5mm)
Impedance: 16 - 68 ohms
Optical Digital Output
Dimensions Approx. 455(W) x 208(H) x 220(D)
Weight Approx. 4.84kg with batteries
Accessory Supplied AC power cord x1
Remote Control x1
Specifications are subject to change for performance improvement without notice.
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•SETTING THE CLOCK
PROG MEM/
CLOCK
2
1
UP
DOWN
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/
PROG MEM/
CLOCK
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UP
DOWN
/
/
•SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER
2
1
STANDBY/ON
90 10
80
5
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Turn the unitonbypressingSTANDBY/ON.
Press the SLEEP button continuously.
Minutes
SLEEP
VOLUME
TAPE TIMER SLEEP
TUNER PROG.
PRESET/REPEAT
STOP RANDOM INTRO
DOWN UP
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PROG.
PROG.
VOLUME
TAPE TIMER SLEEP
TUNER PROG.
PRESET/REPEAT
STOP RANDOM INTRO
DOWN UP
•SETTING THE TIMER
2
1
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12 3
456
789
+10
0MODE/REMAIN
POWER
UP
DOWN
/
/
56
78
Repeat step 2 - 6 to set the stop timer.
UP
DOWN
/
/
MODE/
REMAIN
TIMER
MODE/
REMAIN
12 3
456
789
+10
0MODE/REMAIN
POWER
PROG.
VOLUME
TAPE TIMER SLEEP
TUNER PROG.
PRESET/REPEAT
STOP RANDOM INTRO
DOWN UP
VOLUME
TAPE TIMER SLEEP
TUNER PROG.
PRESET/REPEAT
STOP RANDOM INTRO
DOWN UP
VOLUME
TAPE TIMER SLEEP
TUNER PROG.
PRESET/REPEAT
STOP RANDOM INTRO
DOWN UP
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•LISTENING TO THE RADIO STATIONS
For better reception.
For MW/LW For FM
STANDBY/ON
BAND/
TUNER
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2
BAND/
TUNER
FM LW
MW
5
33
34
VOLUME
MIN MAX
UP
DOWN
/
/
BASS BOOST
5
To switch off TUNER.
6
STANDBY/ON
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•PROGRAMMING RADIO STATIONS
2
1
34
5
Repeat step 2 - 4 to program other
channels.
Now you can select channels using the number buttons on the remote control.
Note: to select channel 15 for example, press +10 followed by 5.
TUNER
PROG.
PROG.
PRESET/
REPEAT
4/1¡/¢
VOLUME
TAPE TIMER SLEEP
TUNER PROG.
PRESET/REPEAT
STOP RANDOM INTRO
DOWN UP
VOLUME
TAPE TIMER SLEEP
TUNER PROG.
PRESET/REPEAT
STOP RANDOM INTRO
DOWN UP
VOLUME
TAPE TIMER SLEEP
TUNER PROG.
PRESET/REPEAT
STOP RANDOM INTRO
DOWN UP
VOLUME
TAPE TIMER SLEEP
TUNER PROG.
PRESET/REPEAT
STOP RANDOM INTRO
DOWN UP
VOLUME
TAPE TIMER SLEEP
TUNER PROG.
PRESET/REPEAT
STOP RANDOM INTRO
DOWN UP
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•PLAYING A CD
VOLUME
MIN MAX
Open
12
3
Close
4
PLAY/
PAUSE
5
BASS BOOST
PLAY/
PAUSE
6
7
To stop play.
To pause play.
Label
side
facing
up
STANDBY/ON
8
To switch off CD function.
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