LG LX-M240 User manual

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.
MICRO HI-FI SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL
MODEL: LX-M240 (LX-M240A/D/X, LXS-M240)
LX-M241 (LX-M241A/D/X, LXS-M241)
LX-M340 (LX-M340A/D/X, LXS-M340)
LX-M341 (LX-M341A/D/X, LXS-M341)
AP_LX-M240.M241-ENG(20U)
CD-R/RW

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Explanation Graphical Symbols:
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral trian-
gle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of uninsulated danger-
ous voltage within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of elec-
tric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and mainte-
nance(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appli-
ance.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OF ELEC-
TRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLI-
ANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabi-
net, Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to drip-
ping or splashing and that no objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed
on the apparatus.
WARNING
Do not install this equipment in a confined
space such a bookcase or similar unit.
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.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those specified here-
in may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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.
VARNING:OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING
NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD
STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.
Attention:Quand l'appareil est ouvert, ne
pas s'exposer aux radiations invisibles du
faisceau laser.
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC-
TRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR
BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Symbols Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . .4
Notes on Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Handling discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Storing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Cleaning discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Front / Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Remote Control battery installation . . .6
Remote Control Operation Range . . . .6
Display Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Speaker System Connection . . . . . . . . . . .8
Antenna (Aerial) Connections . . . . . . . . . .8
Setting the Voltage (OPTIONAL) . . . . . . .9
Auxiliary Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Audio Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Volume Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Sound Quality Adjustment . . . . . . . . .9
Headphone Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
MUTE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
SURROUND ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
XDSS (Extreme Dynamic Sound
System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
OAO (Orientation Acoustic Optimizer)
ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
3 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Auto Function Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Using the Sleep Function . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
RDS Function - OPTIONAL . . . . . . . . . .12
About RDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
RDS Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
RDS Display Options . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Programme Search (PTY) . . . . . . . .12
Presetting the Radio Stations . . . . . . . . .13
Listening to the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Tape Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Basic Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
To Stop Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Tape Counter Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
To Play Rewind or Fast Forward . . . .14
Tape Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Basic Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Recording from Radio,CD or Auxiliary
source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
CD to Tape Synchronized Recording 14
CD Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-16
Basic Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Pause Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Stop Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Skipping a Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Searching a Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
To check MP3 file information . . . . . .15
Program Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
About MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
4 Maintenance and Service . . . . . . . . . .17-18
Shipping the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Cleaning the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
5 Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Contents

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To ensure proper use of this product, please read
this owner’s manual carefully and retain for future
reference.
This manual provides information on the opera-
tion and maintenance of your CD player. Should
the unit require service, contact an authorized
service location (refer to Chapter 4, Maintenance
and Service).
Symbols
Symbols Used in this Man Used in this Manual ual
Indicates hazards likely to cause harm to
the unit itself or other material damage.
Indicates special notes and operating
features.
Notes on
Notes on T Tapes apes
Preventing record
Removing the tab(s) of the cassette (with a small
screwdriver) will prevent accidental erasure.
To record again, cover the hole of the tab with
adhesive tape.
Notes on
Notes on Discs Discs
Handling discs
Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold
the disc by the edges so that fingerprints do not
get on the surface. Never stick paper or tape on
the disc.
Storing discs
After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not
expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of
heat and never leave it in a parked car exposed
to direct sunlight.
Cleaning discs
Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor
picture quality and sound distortion. Before play-
ing, clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the
disc from the center out.
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol,
benzine, thinner, commercially available
cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for older
vinyl records.
1 Introduction
Side A
Tab for side B
Tab for side A
Adhesive tape.

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Introduction
Fr
Front ont / / Rear P Rear Panel anel
1. CD DOOR
2. DISPLAY
3. POWER ( STANDBY/ON) button
4. OAO (Orientation Acoustic Optimizer) button
5. FUNCTION SELECT button
(TUNER/BAND, MP3/CD, TAPE, AUX)
6. HEADPHONE SOCKET ( PHONES):
3.5mm
7. • RECORD/ RECORD PAUSE ( ) button
• TUNING (-/+) button
•
CD SKIP/SEARCH ( /) button
• TAPE REWIND/FAST FORWARD
(
/
) button
• PRESET (-/+) button (TUNER)
• REVERSE PLAY ( ) button (TAPE):
OPTIONAL
• PLAY ( ) button (TAPE, CD)
• STOP ( ) button (TAPE, CD)
• CLEAR button
8. PUSH EJECT position -DECK
9. • RDS button : OPTIONAL
• SET (CLOCK/ TIMER) button
• CD PAUSE (CD ) button
• COUNTER RESET button (COUNTER) :
OPTIONAL
10. VOLUME CONTROL KNOB
11. • SURROUND button
• CLOCK button
• TIMER button
• CD SYNC. button
• MODE/RIF button
• PLAY MODE button : OPTIONAL
12. REMOTE SENSOR
13. CD OPEN/CLOSE ( OPEN/CLOSE) button
14. ANTENNA TERMINAL
15. AUXILIARY INPUT SOCKET
16. SPEAKER TERMINAL
17. VOLTAGE SELECT SWITCH : OPTIONAL
18. POWER CORD
13
12
11
10
9
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
AUX
ANTENNA
OPTIONAL
15
16
14
18 17
AM
GND
FM

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Remote Contr
Remote Control ol
2
3
4
7
9
10
11
12
5
1
8
6
DECK
MP3
1. POWER button
2. PRESET ( ) buttons
3. CD FUNCTION buttons
•PLAY/PAUSE ( ) button
•CD STOP( ) button
•CD SKIP/SEARCH (
/ )
button
•REPEAT button
4. NUMBER buttons
5. MP3 file information display (Mp3 Info) button
6. •EQUALIZER PATTERN (EQ PATT.) button
•XDSS button
•SURROUND (SURR.) button
•OAO (Orientation Acoustic Optimizer) button
7. TAPE FUNCTION buttons
•RECORD/ RECORD PAUSE button ( )
•BACKWARD PLAY button ( ) : OPTIONAL
•FORWARD PLAY ( ) button
•TAPE STOP button ( )
•FAST FORWARD ( ) button
•REWIND ( ) button
8. PROGRAM/MEMO button
9. SLEEP button
10. VOLUME CONTROL ( ) button
11. MUTE button
12. •TUNER/ BAND button
•AUX button
/
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Remote Control battery installation
Detach the battery cover on
the rear of the remote con-
trol, and insert two R03
(size AAA) batteries with
and aligned
correctly.
Caution: Do not mix old and new batteries.
Never mix different types of batteries (standard,
alkaline, etc.).
AAA
AAA
Remote Control Operation Range
Point the remote control at the remote sensor
and press the buttons.
Distance: About 23 ft (7 m) from the front of the
remote sensor.
Angle: About 30°in each direction of the front of
the remote sensor.

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Introduction
Displa
Display y Windo Window w
CDSYNC.
PROG RDS PS PTY RT CT REPEAT 1 ALL SLEEP MEMO
STEREO
REC
kHZ
MHZ
MUTE
4
1
3
2
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
14151617 1213
OAO
OAO
MP3
MP3
XDSS
XDSS
1. XDSS (Extreme Dynamic Sound System)
indicator
2.
OAO (Orientation Acoustic Optimizer) indicator
3. MP3 indicator
4. PROGRAM indicator
5. CD PLAY/ PAUSE indicator
6. CD SYNCHRO RECORDING indicator
7. FM STEREO indicator
8. RECORD/ RECORD PAUSE indicator
9.
TAPE PLAY DIRECTION indicator (OPTIONAL)
10. MUTE indicator
11. PLAY MODE indicator (OPTIONAL)
12. TIMER indicator
13. MEMORY indicator
14. SLEEP indicator
15. CD REPEAT indicator
16. PS, PTY, RT, CT indicator (OPTIONAL)
17. RDS indicator (OPTIONAL)

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2 Installation
Right speaker
black
red
red
Left speaker
otes
•Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: + to + and –to –.
If the cords are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack base.
•If you use front speakers with low maximum input rating, adjust the volume carefully to avoid exces-
sive output on the speakers.
•Do not disassemble the front cover of supplied speaker.
Antenna
Antenna (Aerial) Connections (Aerial) Connections
Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas for listening to the radio.
AM (MW) loop
antenna (aerial)
(Supplied)
FM wire antenna
(supplied)
AM
FM 75
AM
FM
75 ohms
AM loop antenna (aerial)
(Supplied)
FM external
antenna (aerial)
(not supplied)
FM indoor antenna (aerial)
Position it for
the best reception
coaxial
cable
FM external
antenna (aerial)
(not supplied)
For AM (MW) reception, connect
the loop antenna (aerial) to the
terminal marked AM
GND
otes
•To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the unit and other components.
•Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.
•After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible.
Speaker
Speaker System System Connection Connection
Connect the speakers using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colors of the terminals and
those of the cords. To obtain the best possible surround sound, adjust the speaker parameters
(distance, level, etc.).
(OPTIONAL)

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Installation
Setting the v
Setting the volta oltag ge (OPTIONAL) e (OPTIONAL)
If your set is equipped with a voltage selector at
the back side, be sure to set it to your local power
supplied before connecting the AC power cord.
A
Auxiliar uxiliary De y Devices vices
Connect an auxiliary device such as a. TV or VCR
via the rear mounted AUX sockets and press
AUX.
ote
You can also record from the auxiliary input
source, (see the recording section).
A
Audio Adjustment udio Adjustment
Volume Adjustment
•Turn the VOLUME CONTROL KNOB clockwise
to increase the sound level, or counterclockwise
to decrease it.
•Using the remote control, press VOLUME
CONTROL ( ) to increase the sound level,
or ( ) to decrease it.
Sound Quality Adjustment
•You can choose between 4 fixed sound
impressions using the EQ PATT. button
on the remote control.
FLAT linear frequency response
ROCK more bass, more treble
POP less bass, less treble
CLASSIC for orchestral music
Headphone Socket
Connect a stereo headphone plug ( 3.5mm) into
the headphone jack to listen to the sound through
headphones. The speakers are automatically dis-
connected when you plug in the headphones (not
supplied).
MUTE
Press MUTE to temporarily stop the sound such
as when you answer the telephone. The MUTE
indicator flashes in the display window.
SURROUND ON/OFF
You can choose between 2 surround sound
modes or turn it off by pressing SURROUND
(SURR.).
XDSS (Extreme Dynamic Sound System)
Press XDSS to reinforce treble, bass and the
surround effect. The “XDSS ON”or “XDSS OFF”
indicator lights. To cancel, press XDSS again.
OAO (Orientation Acoustic Optimizer)
ON/OFF
Press OAO to reinforce the bass sound.
The “OAO ON”or “OAO OFF”indicator lights.
To cancel, press OAO again.

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3 Operation
A
Auto Function Selection uto Function Selection
•If you press CD PLAY/ PAUSE ( ) during
radio receiving or CASSETTE play, CD play-
back will begin.
•If you press PRESET ( ) or TUNER/
BAND during CD or CASSETTE play, radio
function will work.
Setting the Cloc
Setting the Clock k
1. Press CLOCK.
(If the clock is requires setting, press and hold
CLOCK for more than 2 seconds.)
2. Select a 24 hour cycle or 12 hour cycle by
pressing PRESET (-)/(+).
3. Press SET to confirm the selected hour
cycle.
4. Use PRESET (-)/(+) to set the correct hours.
5. Press SET.
6. Use PRESET (-)/(+) to set the correct
minutes.
7. Press SET and the correct time is shown on
the display.
8. Press CLOCK at any time to display the time
for about 5 seconds.
Using the
Using the Sleep Sleep Function Function
When the sleep timer is used, the power is auto-
matically turned off after the specified time has
elapsed.
1. To specify the time delay before the power is
turned off, press SLEEP.
In the display window you see
for about 5 seconds. This means that the
system turns off automatically after 90
minutes.
Press SLEEP until the desired time is dis-
played.
Note: Each time the button is pressed the
time interval is reduced by 10 minutes. i.e.
80...70... etc.
2. To check the remaining time until the power
is turned off, press SLEEP while the sleep
function is active. The time remaining is
displayed for about 5 seconds.
ote
If you press SLEEP while the sleep time is
displayed, the SLEEP time is reset.
3. To cancel the sleep timer mode, press the
SLEEP button repeatedly until 10 appears,
and then press SLEEP once again while
“SLEEP 10”indicator is displayed.
/
(12HR) (24HR)
or