LG FFH-515A User manual

MINI HI-FI AUDIO SYSTEM
OWNERÕS MANUAL
MODELS : FFH-515A/L/S/AX/AD
FE-515E
FFH-717A/L/S/AX/AD
FE-717E
FFH-818A/L/S/AX/AD
FE-818E
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set.
Retain it for future reference.
Designs and specifications are subject to change
without notice for improvement.
P/N:3828SXD018T
(for CE region)
N0M
061 NYCE
N0M
260 NYCE
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO

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Explanation Graphical Symbols:
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within 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 a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The 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.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
This label is located on the interior.
This Compact Disc player
is classified as a CLASS 1
LASER product.
The CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT label is located
on the exterior.
(FOR CUSTOMERS IN CANADA)
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS
(POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE,
OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
WARNING:
SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN
MISE EN GARDE:
Pour éviter les chocs électriques, n’utilisez pas cette fiche (polarisée)
avec une rallonge, un réceptacle ou une autre prise si vous ne pouvez
pas y insérer les broches à fond.
MISE EN GARDE
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences
de Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur de Canada.
AVERTISSEMENT
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUENE-PAS OUVRIR
(FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA)
NOTE:
The interference potential to the device.
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not
installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and
television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the
specifications in subparts J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are
designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in
a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user in
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of more of the
following measures:
- Reorients or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
(FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM)
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance is supplied with a BS1363 approved 3 amp fused mains
plug. When replacing the fuse always use a 3 amp BS1362 approved
type. Never use this plug with the fuse cover omitted. To obtain a
replacement fuse cover contact your supplying dealer or “LG
ELECTRONICS U.K.LTD”.
If the mains sockets in your home differ, or are not suitable for the type
of plug supplied, then the plug should be removed and a suitable type
fitted. Please refer to the wiring instructions below:
Warning :
The mains plug severed from the mains lead of this appliance must be
destroyed. A mains plug with bared wires is hazardous if engaged in a
mains output line socket.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following codes:
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
As the colour of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your
plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
If a 13 amp BS1363 plug or any other type of plug is used, 3 amp
BS1362 approved fuse must be fitted either in the plug or at the
distribution board.
Warning :
Do not connect either wire to the earth pin, marked with the letter E or
with the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.
CAUTION
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.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
Note to CATV system Installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Laser component in this product is capable of emitting
radiation exceeding the limit for Class 1.
CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN
AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO
BEAM.
WARNING: OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA
DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.
ATTENTION: Quand I’appareil est ouvert, ne pas s’exposer
aux radiations invisibles du faisceau laser.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASER
(FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE)
If this product is marked with the CE-symbol, it means which
is conformed to EMC regulation 89/336/EEC.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED STATES
¥ Read instructions - All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the product is
operated.
¥ Retain instructions - The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future
reference.
¥ Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and
in the operatiog instructions should be followed.
¥ Follow instructions - All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
¥ Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
¥ Attachments - Do not use attachments not
recommended by the product manufacturer as
they may cause hazards.
¥ Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near
water-for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or
near a swimming pool; and the like.
¥ Accessories - Do not place this product on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
product may fall, causing serious injury to a child
or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use
only with a stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufactur or sold with the
product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturerÕs instructions and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.
¥ A product and cart combination should be moved
with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.
¥ Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the product and to protect it from
overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never
be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface.
This product should not be placed in a built-in
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturerÕs instructions have been followed.
¥ Power Sources - This product should be operated
only from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. If you are not sure of the type
of power supply to your home, consult your
product dealer or local power company. For
products intended to operate from battery power,
or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
¥ Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the product.
¥ Protective Attachment Plug - The product is
equipped with an attachment plug having overload
protection. This is a safety feature. See Instruction
Manual for replacement or restting or protective
device. If replacement of the plug is required, be
sure the service technician has used a
replacement play specified by the manufacturer
that has the same overload protection as the
original plug.
¥ Lightning - For added protection for this product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage to the product due to lightning and power-
line surges.
CAUTION:
¥ Read all of these instructions.
¥ Save these instructions for later use.
¥ Follow all warnings and instructions maked on
the audio equipment.

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Antenna
Lead-in Wire
Antenna Discharge
Unit (NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)
Ground Clamp
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System
(NEC Art 250, Part H)
Ground Clamps
Electric
Service
Equipment
¥ Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or
cable system is connected to the product, be sure the
antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built-up
static charges.
¥ Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70 proviedes information with regard to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location
of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding
electrode.
¥ Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not
be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or
other electric light or power circuits, or where it can
fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be
taken to keep from touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
¥ Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension
cords, or integral convenience receptacles, as this
can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
¥ Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any
kind into this poroduct through openings as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.
¥ Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
¥ Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from
the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
the product.
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d) If the product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation.
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in
any way.
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance, this indicates a need for service.
¥ Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
¥ Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the product is
in proper operating condition.
¥ Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be
mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by
the manufacturer.
¥ Heat - The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.

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31
32
34 33
OPTION
OPERATING ELEMENTS
FRONT VIEW
1. TUNING DOWN/UP(TUNER), TAPE REWIND /
FAST FORWARD(TAPE), TRACK SKIP /
SEARCH(CD) ( / ) buttons
2. RECORD / RECORD PAUSE buttons
3. MEMORY / PROGRAM button
4. MODE / RIF button
5. REMOTE SENSOR
6. MDSS indicator
7. MDSS button
8. POWER button
9. DEMOSTRATION button (DEMO)
PLAY MODE button (OPTIONAL)
10. UBB (Ultra Bass Booster) / Hi-TONE button
11. NORMAL DUBBING / CD SYNCHRO
RECORDING button
12. HEADPHONE socket (PHONES)
13. HI-SPEED DUBBING button
14. TAPE DECK 1 EJECT position ( EJECT)
15. FUNCTION SELECT buttons (TUNER BAND,
CD, TAPE 1/2, AUX)
16. PRESET DOWN / BACKWARD PLAY
(OPTIONAL) button (PRESET DOWN / )
17. TAPE STOP / CD STOP / CLEAR button
( / CLEAR)
18. PRESET UP / FORWARD PLAY button
(PRESET UP / )
19. JOG DIAL
¥ PRESET DOWN/UP (TUNER)
¥ ADJUST DOWN/UP (CLOCK/TIMER)
¥ SKIP DOWN/UP (CD TRACK)
20. TAPE DECK 2 EJECT POSITION ( EJECT)
21. CD PAUSE / SET(CLOCK / TIMER) / COUNTER
RESET (TAPE) button (CD II / SET / COUNTER
RESET) / RDS (TUNER) : OPTIONAL
22. DISC DIRECT PLAY buttons (DISC1, DISC2,
DISC3)
23. DISC SKIP button
24. CD OPEN/CLOSE button
25. CD PAUSE / SET indicator
26. VOLUME knob
27. TIMER button
28. CLOCK button
29. CD DOOR
BACK VIEW
30. ANTENNA (AERIAL) terminal
31. AUXILIARY / PHONO (OPTIONAL) INPUT
SOCKET
32. SPEAKER terminal
33. VOLTAGE SELECTOR (OPTIONAL)
34. POWER CORD
1
2
3
4
5
6
14
15
16
8
9
10
7
11
12
13
17 18
20
19
22
23
24
26
27
29
28
25
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FRONT VIEW BACK VIEW

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POWER
SLEEP
TAPE 1 TAPE 2
REC II
D.SKIP
REPEAT
EQ.PATT
DIS.MODE
MUTE
AUX TUNER/BAND
PRESET
VOLUME
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
OPTIONAL
FUNCTION DISPLAY
REMOTE CONTROL
1. LEVEL indicator
2. FUNCTION, VOLUME LEVEL, CLOCK,
FREQUENCY, TAPE COUNTER, CD PLAYING
TIME display
3. MUTE indicator
4. PLAY MODE indicator
(Use only auto reverse deck)
5. TAPE DIRECTION indicator
6. UBB indicator
7. CD MUSIC CALENDAR OVER indicator
8. FM STEREO indicator
9. FM MONO indicator
10. VOLUME indicator
11. RDS function indicator (OPTIONAL)
12. TIMER indicator
13. DISC NO. indicator
14. CD MUSIC CALENDAR
15. RECORD indicator
16. PLAY / PAUSE indicator
17. CD REPEAT indicator
1. POWER button
2. SLEEP button
3. DISPLAY MODE button
4. EQ PATTERN button
5. MUTE button
6. TAPE FUNCTIONS
¥ RECORD / RECORD PAUSE button( /REC II)
¥ STOP button( )
¥ FORWARD PLAY button ( )
¥ BACKWARD PLAY button ( ) : OPTIONAL
¥ REWIND / FAST FORWARD button ( / )
¥ TAPE 1 / TAPE 2 button
7. CD FUNCTIONS
¥ DISK SKIP (D.SKIP) button
¥ REPEAT button
¥ PLAY/PAUSE ( / ) button
¥ STOP/CLEAR ( ) button
¥ SKIP / SEARCH ( / )button
8. TUNER / BAND button
9. AUX button
10. PRESET DOWN/UP ( / ) button
11. VOLUME CONTROL (+/-) buttons
REC
VOLUME OVER
kHz
MHz
1
ALL
DISC
REC
1
RDS MONO
2
1
3
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
1
17 11
12
14 13 12 10 6 45 38 791516

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L
R
Left Speaker Right Speaker
REMOTE CONTROL
CONNECTIONS
Connection the AUX or PHONO
Sockets
Two phono sockets marked ÔAUXÕ are provided on the
back of the unit for connecting other units (for
example, a record player with a pre amplifier, video
recorders or tape recorders.)
But if your system has the ÔPHONO R/LÕ sockets, you
can play by connecting the external recordplayer.
Connection the Loud Speakers
Insert the red wire of the right/left hand speaker into
the red terminal marked(+) at the back of the unit.
Insert the black wire into the black terminal marked(-).
R
POWER
SLEEP
TAPE1 TAPE2
REC II
D.SKIP
REPRAT
EQ PATT.
MUTE
AUX TUNER/BAND
PRESET
VOLUME
POWER
SLEEP
TAPE1 TAPE2
REC II
D.SKIP
REPRAT
EQ PATT.
MUTE
AUX TUNER/BAND
PRESET
VOLUME
Control Range
The remote control device is designed for the range
shown in the illustration.
NOTE
Strong light or obstacles between the remote control
device and the stereo system may interfere with the
functioning of the remote control.
Notes on Batteries
Your remote control comes with batteries.
Use two ÒAAA(UM-4. IEC R03)Ó type high quality
batteries.
When the remote control fails to operate accurately
at maximum distance from the unit. Replace the
worn out batteries with new ones.
Install two ÒAAAÓ type batteries, observing correct
battery polarity( and ). Reversed battery polarity
might damage the unit.
Do not use different types of batteries together, or
an old ones with new one.
When you are not going to use the unit for a long
time, remove the batteries to prevent possible
electrolyte leakage.
R
AUDIO OUT
L
A
U
X
Approx.7m

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MW loop antenna (aerial)
FM indoor antenna (aerial)
Position
it for the
best
reception
Position it for the
best reception
SW Antenna
FM indoor
antenna(aerial)
75 ohms coaxial cable
FM external
antenna(aerial)
(not supplied)
FM external
antenna(aerial)
(not supplied)
coaxial cable
FM external
antenna(aerial)
(not supplied)
FM external
antenna(aerial)
(not supplied)
MW
/LW
FM
75W
FM
75W
AM
3) 3 BAND(FM/MW/SW) AREA
For MW/LW reception, connect
the loop antenna (aerial) to the
terminal marked MW/LW
For AM(MW) reception, connect
the loop antenna (aerial) to the
terminal marked AM
4) 2 BAND[FM/AM(MW)] AREA
(1) 2 BAND(FM/AM) AREA (2) 3 BAND(FM/MW/LW) AREA
MW/LW loop
antenna (aerial)
AM(MW) loop
antenna (aerial)
AM
AM loop antenna
(aerial)... included
FM GND
MW
SW
FM
GND
MW ANTENNA WIRE
FM ANTENNA WIRE
TWISTED LINE
CONNECTIONS
Antenna(aerial) Connection
For the models for other countries figure (1), (3).
For the European and U.K. model figure (2), (4).
IMPORTANT
FM Antenna (aerial) Connection
Unless radio signals are very weak, no external
antenna is necessary, simply connect the supplied
FM indoor antenna (aerial) wire to the terminal
marked FM on the back of the unit

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CLOCK SETTING
Example : Set to 9:25 in the morning
1. Press the CLOCK button. (If the clock is already
set, press and hold the CLOCK button for more
than 1.5 seconds)
- The hours begin to blink.
2. Select a 24 hour cycle or 12 hour cycle by
pressing PRESET DOWN or UP button (or
turning the JOG DIAL).
(24HR) or (12HR)
3. Press the CDII/SET/COUNTER RESET button.
4. Set the hour with PRESET DOWN or UP
button (or turn the JOG DIAL).
5. Press the CDII/SET/COUNTER RESET button.
6. Set the minute with PRESET DOWN or UP
button (or turn the JOG DIAL).
7. Press the CDII/SET/COUNTER RESET button.
The clock starts operating.
Information on the time
AM 12:00 = midnight
PM 12:00 = noon
NOTE:
When a power interruption has occurred for more
than 10 seconds.
The clock setting is erased, and Ò-- : --Ó will flash on the
display.
CLOCK
TUNING DOWN
PRESET
DOWN
PRESET
CD II
SET/
COUNTER RESET
UP
CLEAR
C
D
/
T
A
P
E
TUNING UP
TUNING DOWN
PRESET
DOWN
PRESET
CD II
SET/
COUNTER RESET
UP
CLEAR
C
D
/
T
A
P
E
TUNING UP
TUNING DOWN
PRESET
DOWN
PRESET
CD II
SET/
COUNTER RESET
UP
CLEAR
C
D
/
T
A
P
E
TUNING UP
TUNING DOWN
PRESET
DOWN
PRESET
CD II
SET/
COUNTER RESET
UP
CLEAR
C
D
/
T
A
P
E
TUNING UP
TUNING DOWN
PRESET
DOWN
PRESET
CD II
SET/
COUNTER RESET
UP
CLEAR
C
D
/
T
A
P
E
TUNING UP
TUNING DOWN
PRESET
DOWN
PRESET
CD II
SET/
COUNTER RESET
UP
CLEAR
C
D
/
T
A
P
E
TUNING UP

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BEFORE OPERATING
Volume Adjustment
Turn VOLUME clockwise to increase the sound level,
or counterclockwise to decrease it.
If you turn the volume up more than maximum level,
the volume level flashes in the display.
(Or press VOLUME + or - button on the remote
commander.)
Sound Quality Adjustment
MDSS (Multi Dynamic Sound System)
Press the MDSS button to reinforce treble (Hi-
Tone), bass (UBB : Ultra Bass Booster), and
surround effect.
The MDSS indicator lights up.
To cancel it press the MDSS button again.
To reinforce bass and treble
Press the UBB/Hi-TONE button to set the UBB/HI-
TONE mode.
Each time UBB/HI-TONE button is pressed, it
changes as follows
To activate stereo sound (on remote control)
You can choose between 6 fixed sound
impressions : select a desired sound mode by
using the EQ PATTERN button.
Press the EQ PATTERN button once to see the
current sound mode scrolled on the display.
Press the EQ PATTERN button repeatedly, until the
desired sound mode is scrolled on the display.
FLAT : linear frequency response
POP : less bass, less treble
ROCK : more bass, more treble
CLASSIC : for orchestral music
VOCAL : puts an emphasis on the vocal
sound.
JAZZ : feels like a jazz club. It effectively
creates the flavour of harmony and
mood.
For personal listening
Connect headphone to headphone socket.
No sound comes from the speakers.
MUTE button
(on remote control)
Press this button to mute your unit.
You can mute your unit in order, for example, to
answer the telephone.
The MUTE indicator appears on the display.
DISPLAY MODE button
(on remote control)
Whenever you press the DISPLAY MODE button,
you can enjoy the spectrum change with 10 types in
the display.
MODE/RIF
(Radio Interference Filter) button
To switch from mono to stereo reception and vice
versa. If the power of transmission is too weak to
receive stereo FM without interference, switch the
STEREO off.
When a MW(AM), or LW broadcasting is being
recorded, the R.I.F.(BEAT-SWITCH) button can be
used to reduce unwanted ÒbeatÓ signals and noise,
which were not heard before recording.
DEMO button
(In case of Auto Stop Deck)
Press this button in power on or off state to
demonstrate the function in the display. To cancel it,
press the POWER button or DEMO button. During
the demostration the POWER button, DEMO button
and VOLUME are operated only.
NOTE : In case of Auto Reverse Deck
Press PLAY MODE button in power-off state to
demonstrate for the function in the display. To cancel
it, press the POWER button or PLAY MODE button.
UBB ON
MDSS OFF UBB OFF
HI-TONE ON HI-TONE OFF

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RADIO RECEPTION
Tuning in Automatically
1. Turn on the power.
2. Press TUNER/BAND button repeatedly until the
desired band appears.
3. Keep TUNING DOWN/UP ( or )
button depressed for more than 0.5 second. The
unit tunes in a station automatically.
Tuning in Manually
1. Turn on the power.
2. Press TUNER/BAND button repeatedly until the
desired band appears.
3. Press TUNING DOWN/UP ( or )
button briefly and repeatedly, until the desired
station appears.
Storing Stations
1. To clear any program previously stored in any
memory.
(1) Press the MEMORY/PROGRAM button for
more than 1.5 seconds in TUNER mode so that
CLEAR is flashing in the display.
(2) Press the STOP / CLEAR ( /CLEAR) button
while CLEAR is flashing in the display.
2. To memorize the stations in order
(1) Press the TUNER / BAND button to select a
desired wave band.
(2) Press the TUNING DOWN / UP ( or
) button to select a desired station.
(3) Press the MEMORY / PROGRAM button and
preset number flashes.
(4) Press the MEMORY / PROGRAM button again
while preset number is flashing.
(5) Repeat step (1) to (3) to memorized up to 30
stations.
3. To memorize in selecting or adding channel
number.
(1) Select a desired station.
(2) Press the MEMORY / PROGRAM button.
(3) Select a desired channel number by turning the
JOG DIAL or pressing the PRESET DOWN /
UP button, while the preset number flashes.
(4) Press the MEMORY / PROGRAM button again
before the channel number stops flashing.
4. To recall presets.
Press and hold the PRESET DOWN / UP button
until the desired preset number appears or press it
repeatedly.
You can also recall presets by using the JOG DIAL.
RDS (Radio Date System) Reception
(OPTIONAL)
What is RDS?
RDS (Radio Data System) is a system gradually being
introduced on FM in many countries, where by an
inaudible stream of data is transmitted in addition to the
normal radio signal. This data contains various
information including station / transmitter identification,
traffic information and a list of alternative frequencies for
the radio station being received.
Reception of RDS Stations
1. Press the TUNER / BAND button to select FM.
2. Select a desired station by pressing the TUNING
DOWN / UP ( / / ) button.
3. When the RDS transmission is received, the
display shows the program service name (PS)
after RDS indicator appears.
Notes:
¥ RDS is only available for FM reception.
¥ The PS (PROGRAM SERVICE) NAME is
displayed automatically when a RDS station is
received.
To recall the frequency
Press the RDS button.

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CD PLAYING
Basic Operation
1. Press the CD FUNCTION button.
2. Press the CD OPEN/CLOSE button to open the
disc compartment.
3. Load disc (s) with the label side up.
Playing one or two discs
Place discs on trays 1 and 2.
Playing three discs
After placing two discs, press the DISC SKIP
button to rotate the trays. Place the next disc
on tray 3.
NOTICE
To load an 8cm(3 in.) disc, put it onto the inner
circle of the tray.
4. Press the CD OPEN/CLOSE button to close the
disc compartment.
5. Press the PLAY ( ) or ( / on remote
control) button to start play.
Play begins with the disc on the left hand side tray
before closing the disc compartment. All the discs
are played once only.
During playback
A tray which has no disc is skipped and play
proceeds to the next tray. The indicator of the
skipped tray number goes out in the display.
To stop play
Press the STOP/CLEAR( /CLEAR) button.
To pause
Press the CDII/SET/COUNTER RESET (or / on
remote control) button.
To resume play, press it again.
To skip discs
During play or in the stop mode, press the DISC
SKIP button.
During play
Play begins automatically after skipping.
In the stop mode
The change skips to the next disc, but the player
remains stopped. Press the PLAY ( ) (or / on
remote control) button to play the next disc. Play
begins and all the discs are played once.
To play one disc only
Press one of the DISC DIRECT PLAY(DISC 1,2,3)
buttons to start play.
To remove discs
Press the CD OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc
compartment. You can remove two discs. To remove
the disc on the back tray, press the DISC SKIP
button to rotate the disc tray.
Changing Discs During Play
Two discs can be changed while the other remaining
disc is played.
This operation is not applicable during programmed
play.
1. Press the CD OPEN/CLOSE button to open the
disc compartment.
2. Remove the discs and place other discs.
The disc placed on the left side tray will be played
next.
3. Press the CD OPEN/CLOSE button to close the
disc compartment.
NOTES
Do not place more than one compact disc on one
disc tray at the same time.
If, during CD play, the video image of a nearby
television is distorted, or if static is heard from a
nearby radio, move this unit further away from the
affected television or radio.
Searching for a Particular Point
in a Track
Your can locate a particular point in a track during
play by monitoring the high-speed cueing sound or
observing the CD counter in the display.
To search back:
Keep the button pressed and release it at
the desired point.
To search forward:
Keep the button pressed and release it at the
desired point.
Number 1 disc Number 2 disc
Do not tilt the unit with discs loaded. This may
dislodge the discs. Usage under these
conditions may damage the discs

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CD PLAYING
Skipping to the Beginning of a
Track
You can locate the beginning of any track on a disc.
To return to the beginning of the current or
previous track.
Press the button once or turn the JOG DIAL
anti clockwise or stop to return to the beginning of the
current track.
Press the button repeatedly or turn the JOG
DIAL anti clockwise continuously to skip tracks
backward one by one.
To skip tracks
Press the button repeatedly or turn the JOG
DIAL clockwise continuously to skip track(s) forward
one by one.
Repeat Play
(Operating with only the remote control)
To play one track repeatedly.
Press the REPEAT button to display Ò Ó and press
the PLAY/PAUSE / ( : on unit ) button to start
play.
To play one disc repeatedly.
Press the REPEAT button twice to display Ò Ó.
and press PLAY/PAUSE / ( : on unit) button
to start play.
To play all tracks on all discs repeatedly.
Press the REPEAT button three times to display
Ò Ó, and press the PLAY/PAUSE / ( : on
unit) button to start play.
To repeat only selected tracks
Program the desired tracks, and press the REPEAT
button to display Ò Ó or Ò Ó.
To cancel repeat play
Press the REPEAT button so that Ò Ó in the display
goes out.
During playback
You can also operate the repeat play during playback.
NOTICE
During the programmed play, you can play
repeatedly one track ( ) or all discs ( ).
During the repeat play of an entire disc, if you
select the programmed play, it is changed to repeat
play of all discs.
Programmed Play
The player has a memory function that allows play of
up to 20 tracks over three discs in any order.
1. Press the MEMORY / PROGRAM button in the
stop mode.
2. Press one of the DISC SELECTOR buttons or
DISC SKIP button to select a disc.
3. Press the or button(or turn the JOG
DIAL) to select the track.
To select the 6th track, press the or
button repeatedly or turn the JOG DIAL
continuously until track number Ò6Ó is displayed in
the display.
4. Press the MEMORY / PROGRAM button.
5. Repeat steps 2 to 4.
6. Press the PLAY ( / : on remote control)
button to start play.
To check the programmed contents
Each time the MEMORY / PROGRAM button is
pressed in the stop mode, a disc number, a track
number, and a program number will be displayed.
To clear the programmed contents
¥ Press the MEMORY / PROGRAM button during
stop and then press the STOP / CLEAR ( /
CLEAR) button.
¥ Turn off the power.
¥ Press the CD OPEN / CLOSE button.
To add tracks to the program
(1) Press the MEMORY / PROGRAM button to
search until 00 appears in the track number.
(2) Select the desired track on the disc with DISC
SKIP button and or button (or turn
the JOG DIAL).
(3) Press the MEMORY / PROGRAM button.
To change the programmed tracks
(1) Press the MEMORY / PROGRAM button to
display the changed program number.
(2) Select the desired track on the disc with DISC
SKIP button and or button (or
turn the JOG DIAL).
(3) Press the MEMORY / PROGRAM button.
NOTICE
¥ The DISC SKIP button does not operate during
programmed play.
¥ Random play cannot be done during programmed
play.
1
1
DISC
1
1
1
ALL
DISC
ALL
DISC
ALL
DISC

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AUXILIARY FUNCTION
1. Switch on the auxiliary device i.e. TV or VCR,
connected to the rear mounted AUX (PHONO)
sockets.
2. Press the ÒAUXÓ function button.
NOTE:
You can also record from the auxiliary input source,
see RECORDING section.
Playback
Preparation
You can use only normal tapes.
1. To set the cassette function:
Switch the unit on and press the TAPE 1/2 button.
(If necessary press the button again to select the
other deck.)
2. To insert cassettes:
Open cassette deck 1 (or 2) of both by pushing the
deck EJECT position. Insert one or two cassettes
with the tape side to the bottom and the cassette
side that you wish to hear facing the front in
cassette deck 1 or 2.
NOTE:
DECK 1 - Auto stop only (No auto reverse)
DECK 2 - Auto reverse
3. Auto reverse :
Select which side of the cassette is to be played
and how often with the PLAY MODE button.
1) 1st Option
In case of non-autoreverse (auto stop) deck 1
and auto reverse deck 2.
In this case, the continuous play between deck 1
and 2 can not be performed.
(a) DECK 1
Front side play only.
(b) DECK 2 (Auto Reverse)
One side : Unit plays the front or
reverse side in deck B
and stops automatically
at the end of the tape.
All side : Unit plays the front and
reverse side in deck 2
and stops automatically
at the end of the tape.
Endless loop : Like but six times
in succession in deck 2.
2) 2nd Option
In case of non-autoreverse (auto stop) deck 1
and 2. (Front side play only)
4. Playback:
Start playback with PLAY button (front side) or
(reverse side). The (reverse side) PLAY
button is not operated in the non-autoreverse deck.
5. Fast forward or rewind :
Press button on the unit or on the remote
control for fast forward and to rewind.
6. To end playback :
Press the STOP / CLEAR ( /CLEAR) button.
The unit stops automatically at the end of the tape.
Tape Counter Reset
Press the COUNTER RESET button while tape
playing or stop.
During play or fast forward, the tape counter increases
and during rewind, the tape counter decreases.
TAPE PLAYBACK

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RECORDING
Recording from a CD, Radio or
Connected Equipment
Preparation
Wind on the tape to the point recording starts.
Use only normal tapes.
You can record from cassette deck 2 only.
1. To select the function :
Switch the unit on and select CD, TUNER, AUX
etc.
2. To insert the cassette :
Open the cassette deck 2.
Insert a blank cassette into the cassette
compartment.
3. PLAY MODE (OPTIONAL)
Select the play mode with PLAY MODE button,
if you wish to record one cassette side only and
or for both cassette sides.
4. Recording mode :
Press the REC/PAUSE button.
The REC indicator flashes.
5. To start recording :
Press the REC/PAUSE button or PLAY button
if you want to record the front side or for the
reverse side (OPTIONAL). The recording begins.
NOTE :
If both cassette sides are to be recorded (PLAY
MODE , ) always start with the front side
PLAY . (Use only auto reverse deck)
6. To interrupt recording :
To interrupt the recording for a short period, press
the REC/PAUSE button again.
To continue with the recording, press the
REC/PAUSE button one more time.
7. To end the recording :
Press the STOP / CLEAR ( / CLEAR ) button.
The unit stops automatically at the end of the
tape.
CD Synchro Recording
The CD synchro recording function dubs a complete
CD and programmed titles automatically into a
cassette.
1. Select the CD function.
2. Open the CD compartment with the CD OPEN /
CLOSE button, insert discs and close the CD
compartment again.
3. To insert cassette :
Open the cassette deck 2.
Insert a blank cassette into the cassette
compartment.
Rewind the cassette to the beginning of the tape.
4. Auto reverse (OPTIONAL)
Select the PLAY MODE, if you only wish to
record the front side and or for both
cassette sides.
NOTE:
If the last track has stopped because the tape is full,
the track will be recorded again completely on the
reverse side of the cassette tape.
5. To start recording :
Press the CD SYNCHRO RECORDING button.
The recording begins and stops automatically at
the end of the CD.
NOTE:
In case of Auto Stop deck (OPTIONAL)
If you want to record in a new tape after one tape
continuously, change the new tape prior to pressing
the PLAY button.
The tape enters into the recording mute mode for 7
seconds then CD player starts playing and recording.
NOTES :
1. If you only want to record certain titles, program
these before the CD synchro recording.
2. If you wish to record from the desired track, select
the desired track with the /
button before commencing CD synchro recording.
3. The function change is not possible during
recording.

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RECORDING
TIMER
Recording from Tape to Tape
(Dubbing)
Preparation
Wind on the tape to the point recording starts.
Use only normal tapes.
Dubbing only functions from cassette deck 1
(playback) to cassette deck 2 (recording)
1. Select the TAPE function.
2. To insert cassettes :
Open cassette deck 1.
Insert a recorded cassette and the cassette side
that you wish to dub to the front.
Open cassette deck 2.
Insert a blank cassette in the cassette
compartment and the cassette side that you wish
to record to the front.
3. To dub(auto dubbing):
Rewind both cassettes to the beginning of the
tape.
Press NORMAL DUBBING for normal and HIGH
DUBBING for double speed dubbing.
The dubbing starts up automatically.
NOTES :
The pause function does not operate during dubbing.
4. To end dubbing :
Press the STOP /CLEAR ( / CLEAR) button.
The unit stops automatically at the end of the
tape.
NOTE :
You cannot change the speed of dubbing while
dubbing.
The volume has no effect on the record level.
Timer Setting
With the TIMER function you can have the radio
reception and recording, CD play, tape play or play
and recording from auxiliary source turned on and off
at the time desired.
1. Check the current time.
2. Press the TIMER button to enter the timer
setting mode. (If the timer is already set, press
the button for more than 1.5 seconds.)
indicator appears in the display and each
function-TUNER, CD, TAPE, AUX - flashes in the
display in turn.
3. If you want to select the TUNER, press the
CDII/SET/COUNTER RESET button until the
TUNER appears in the display window.
ÔPLAYÕ and ÔRECÕ flashes in turn.
(1) Press the CDII/SET/COUNTER RESET
button to confirm either PLAY and REC.
PLAY : TUNER play only
REC : TUNER play and recording
(2) Press PRESET DOWN or UP (or turn the
JOG DIAL) to select a desired radio station
of the previous programmed preset
numbers.
If the radio stations have nothing in the
memory, this step is automatically skipped
and you can operate continuously from step
(3); in this case, it will play the radio
broadcast that was being received before
turning off the unit.
(3) Press the CDII/SET/COUNTER RESET
button to confirm the selected preset
number.
(4) Set the hour to switch on by pressing
PRESET DOWN or UP (or turning the JOG
DIAL).
(5) Press the CDII/SET/COUNTER RESET
button to confirm the hour to switch on.
The minute flashes.
(6) Set the monute to switch on, by pressing
PRESET DOWN OR UP (or turning the JOG
DIAL).
(7) Press the CDII/SET/COUNTER RESET
button to confirm the minute to switch on.
Now off appears and the hour flashes in the
display.

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TIMER
AUTO FUNCTION SELECT SYSTEM
(8) Program the time to switch off in the
same way as the time to turn on.
(9)
Set the volume level by pressing PRESET
DOWN or UP (or turning the JOG DIAL).
(10) Press the CDII/SET/COUNTER RESET
button to confirm the selected volume
level.
remains in the display and the timer
setting has been perfected.
(11) Switch the system off.
The selected function is automatically
switched on and off at the time set.
If you select the AUX:
Follow steps (1)~(11) except steps (2)~(3)
of Ô3. If you want to select the TUNERÕ.
If you select the CD or TAPE:
Follow steps (4)~(11) of the Ô3. If you
want to select the TUNERÕ. explanation
section.
4. To cancel or check the timer.
Each time the TIMER button is pressed you
can select the timer activating or cancel. You can
also check the timer setting status.
To activate or check the timer, press the TIMER
button so that Ò Ó lights up in the display.
To cancel the TIMER, press the TIMER button
so that Ò Ó in the display goes out.
NOTES:
1. When the CD or TAPE is selected for playback, if
no disc is entered in the disc drawer or no
cassette tape is entered in the cassette deck, the
TUNER function will be operated.
2. When the CD programmed playback, the REPEAT
ALL DISC will be selected automatically.
3. When the TAPE is selected for playback, if both
cassette decks have cassette tapes in; the
cassette tape in deck 2 will be selected first.
4. The timer-off function will be operated only in the
case of power-on by the timer on.
Sleep Timer Setting
(Operating with only the remote control)
When the sleep timer is used, the power is
automatically turned off after the specified time has
elapsed.
1. To specify the time until the power is turned
off, Press the SLEEP button. In the display you
can see for about 5 seconds. This
means that the units turns off automatically after
90 minutes.
Each time the button is pressed the time interval
before it turns off is reduced by 10 minutes. i.e.
80...70...etc.
Select the desired time to turn off.
2. To check the remaining time until the power is
turned off.
While the sleep function is active press the
SLEEP button briefly. The time remaining until it
turns off is displayed for about 5 seconds.
NOTE:
If you press the SLEEP button while the sleep time is
displayed, the SLEEP time is set again.
3. To cancel the sleep timer mode
If you wish to stop the function press the SLEEP
button repeatedly until 10 appears, and then press
the SLEEP button once again while 10 is
displayed.
This unit has an auto function select system for
various functions. i.e. If a function is in operation(e.g.
radio reception), and you wish to switch to
another(e.g. cassette playback), all you have to do is
select the desired function(cassette playback) directly,
the unit automatically switches to the new
function(cassette recorder).This applies for the
following functions:
1. On the remote control
TUNER : PRESET / buttons
CD : PLAY/PAUSE( / ) button
TAPE : FORWARD ( ) and REVERSE ( )
PLAY button (OPTIONAL)
2. On the unit
CD : DISC DIRECT PLAY buttons
(DISC 1, 2, 3)

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SPECIFICATIONS
AMP
Output Power 50W+50W (6½ , 2ch, T.H.D 10%) 70W+70W (6½, 2ch, T.H.D 10%) 100W+100W (6½, 2ch, T.H.D 10%)
Frequency Response 42~25,000 Hz 42~25,000 Hz 42~25,000 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 83 dB 83 dB 83 dB
TUNER
FM
Tuning Range(optional) 87.5~108 MHz or 87.5~108 MHz 87.5~108 MHz
65~74 MHz & 87.5~108 MHz or 65~74 MHz & 87.5~108 MHz or 65~74 MHz & 87.5~108 MHz
Intermediate Frequency 10.7 MHz 10.7 MHz 10.7 MHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 62/58 dB 62/58 dB 62/58 dB
(Mono/Stereo, 98MHz)
Frequency Response 60~12,500 Hz 60~12,500 Hz 60~12,500 Hz
AM(MW)
Tuning Range(optional) 522~1,611 kHz, 530~1,720 kHz 522~1,611 kHz, 530~1,720 kHz 522~1,611 kHz, 530~1,720 kHz
or 530~1,610 kHz or 530~1,610 kHz or 530~1,610 kHz
Intermediate Frequency 450 kHz 450 kHz 450 kHz
Frequency Response 100~2,000 Hz 100~2,000 Hz 100~2,000 Hz
SW(OPTIONAL)
Tuning Range 5.8~18.0 MHz 5.8~18.0 MHz 5.8~18.0 MHz
Intermediate Frequency 450 kHz 450 kHz 450 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio(11MHz) 35 dB 35 dB 35 dB
LW(OPTIONAL)
Tuning Range 153~281 kHz 153~281 kHz 153~281 kHz
Intermediate Frequency 450 kHz 450 kHz 450 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio(254kHz) 28 dB 28 dB 28 dB
CASSETTE DECK
FF, REW Time(C-60) 120 sec. 120 sec. 120 sec.
Frequency Response 125~8,000 Hz 125~8,000 Hz 125~8,000 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 43 dB(P/B), 43dB(R/P) 43 dB(P/B), 43dB(R/P) 43 dB(P/B), 43dB(R/P)
Channel Separation 50 dB(P/B), 45dB(R/P) 50 dB(P/B), 45dB(R/P) 50 dB(P/B), 45dB(R/P)
CD
Frequency Response 40~18,000 Hz 40~18,000 Hz 40~18,000 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 70 dB 70 dB 70 dB
GENERAL
Power Requirements Refer to the back panel of the unit. Refer to the back panel of the unit. Refer to the back panel of the unit.
Net Dimensions(WxHxD) 273 x 330 x 360 mm 273 x 330 x 360 mm 273 x 330 x 360 mm
Net Weight 7.4 kg 7.8 kg 9.1 kg
* NOTE : Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement.
SECTION MODEL FFH - 515 FFH - 717 FFH - 818
SECTION MODEL FE - 515E FE - 717E FE - 818E
SPEAKER SYSTEM
Type Bass Reflex 3 Way 3 Speaker Bass Reflex 3 Way 3 Speaker Bass Reflex 3 Way 3 Speaker
System System System
Impedance 6 ½ 6 ½ 6 ½
Frequency Response 50~20,000 Hz 60~20,000 Hz 50~20,000 Hz
Sound Pressure Level 85 dB/W(1m) 85 dB/W(1m) 85 dB/W(1m)
Rated Input Power 50W 70W 100W
Max. Input Power 100W 140W 200W
Net Dimensions(WxHxD) 230 x 404 x 288 mm 230 x 404 x 288 mm 230 x 404 x 288 mm
Net Weight 4.3kg 4.7kg 4.9kg

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