Nakamichi ARIES 34 User manual

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Owner’s Manual
2-PIECE MICRO HIFI SYSTEM

Thank you for purchasing this Nakamichi
product.
This unit has been designed and manufactured
to meet international standards but, like any
electrical equipment, care must be taken if you
are to obtain the best results and safety is to be
assured.
Please take the time to read the operating
instructions for this unit.

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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO RAIN, LIQUID OR MOISTURE.
WARNING: Do not install this equipment in confined spaces such as a bookcase or similar unit.
CAUTION: Please do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install this unit in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions. Slots and openings in the cabinet are there to provide
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the unit and to protect it from overheating. The
openings should never be blocked by placing this product on a bed, sofa, rug or similar
surfaces. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufactures instruction has been adhered to.
Safe way to remove the battery from the equipment: To remove the old batteries, follow the
steps on page 10 in reverse order to the assembly. To prevent contamination of the environ-
ment and bring on possible threat to human and animal health, the old battery should be put in
the appropriate container at designated collection points. Do not dispose of batteries with
other waste. The battery should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the
like.
Correct handling of batteries: Improper or incorrect use of batteries may cause corrosion or
battery leakage, which could cause fire, personal injury or damage to property. Use only the
type of batteries which are indicated in this manual. Small batteries such as the ones used in
the remote control are easily swallowed by young children and this can be dangerous. Keep
loose batteries away from young children and make sure the battery holder tray is secure in the
remote control. Seek medical advice if you believe a battery has been swallowed.
CAUTION: This unit is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without
supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the unit.
If the unit is supplied from a cord extension set or an electrical portable outlet device, the cord
extension set on electrical portable outlet device must be positioned so that it is not subject to
splashing or ingress of moisture.
Safety Information
CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
There is a high voltage, that may be of sucient magnitude to constitue
a risk of electric shock to persons is present within this product enclosure.
ATTENTION
The owner manual contains important operating and maintenance instructions,
for your safety, it is necessary to refer to the manual.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

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CAUTION: This product employs low power Laser equipment. To ensure proper use of this
product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future reference. Should this
unit require maintenance, please contact an authroized service centre.
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not
try to open the enclosure.
CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit.
That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or
branch circuits. Check the specification page of this owner’s manual to be certain. Do not
overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords,
frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of these
conditions could result in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your unit, and if
its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the unit, and
have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized service centre. Protect
the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched,
closed in a door or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets and the point
where the cord exits the unit. To disconnect power from the mains, pull out the mains cord
plug. When installing the unit ensure that the plug is easily accessible.
Placement of the device
Choose the installation location of your unit carefully. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close
to a source of heat. You should also avoid locations that are subject to vibration, excessive heat,
cold or moisture.
As the unit may become warm during operation, always leave sucient space around the unit
for ventilation.
Do not place the unit on an amplifier, a receiver or any other device that generates heat.
When the unit is turned on, if a TV is on nearby, line’s may appear on the TV screen depending
on the frequiency of the broadcast. This is not a malfunction of the unit or TV. If you see such
lines, move the unit and the TV further apart.
Maintenance
If the surface of the unit gets dirty, wipe with a soft cloth.
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CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
Caution:
This product is equipped with low
power laser equipment inside, for
your safety, don’t open the laser ra-
diation protective equipment. Don’t
look at the laser radiation district
when the equipment is operating.

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For safety, disconnect the AC power plug from the outlet before cleaning.
Never spray liquid directly on this unit. Do not use thinner and alcohol as they could damage
the surface of the unit.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels
for long periods.
WARNING To protect your hearing.
At full power, prolonged listening to the player can damage the ears of
the user.

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BATTERY
SAFETY
GUIDELINES
Battery Safety Guidelines
Used correctly, domestic batteries are safe and dependable
source of portable power. Problems can occur if they are
misused or abused - resulting in leakage or, in extreme cases,
fire or explosion.
Here are some simple guidelines to safe battery use designed
to eliminate any such problems.
Store unused batteries in their
packaging and away from metal
objects which may cause a
short-circuit resulting in leakage, or in
extreme cases, fire or even an
explosion.
Replace the whole set of batteries at
one time, taking care not to mix old
and new batteries or batteries of
dierent types, since this can result in
leakage or, in extreme cases, fire or
even an explosion.
Take care to fit your batteries
correctly, observing the plus and
minus marks on the battery and
appliance. Incorrect fitting can cause
leakage or, in extreme cases, fire or
even an explosion.
Remove dead batteries from
equipment and all batteries from
equipment you know you are not
going to use for a long time.
Otherwise the batteries may leak and
cause damage.
Never dispose of batteries in fire as
this can cause them to explode. Plese
recycle dead batteries; do not put
with the normal household waste.
Never attempt to recharge ordinary
batteries, either in a charger or by
applying heat to them. They may leak,
cuase fire or even explode. There are
special rechargeable batteries which
are clearly marked as such.
Supervise children if they are
replacing batteries themselves in
order to ensure these guidelines are
followed.
Remember that small button cell
batteries such as used in some
hearing aids, toys, games and other
appliances, are easily swallowed by
young children and this can be
dangerous.
Keep loose button cells away from
young children.
Make sure battery compartments are
secure.
Seek medical advice if you believe a
cell has been swallowed.

Table of Contents
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Battery Safety Guidelines
Pack Contents
Product Overview
The CD Player
The Amplifier Player
Remote Control Overview
Remote Control Operation
Installation of Batteries
Connections
Connecting the Antenna
Connecting the Speakers
Connecting Auxiliary Equipment
Connecting Control Cable
Connecting the Headphone
Connecting the AC Power Cable
ECO-Power/Standby Features
Powering ON/OFF
Setting the Clock
Setting the Clock Manually
Setting the Clock Automatically
Sound Setting
Adjusting the Volume
Adjusting the Bass
Adjusting the Treble
Preset Equalizer
Adjusting the brightness LCD
FM Radio
Tuning a station
Preset Tuning
Presetting Stations
To change the FM Reception Mode
FM Display Modes
CD Operation
To play a CD
To Skip Search and Play
To Search
Text Display During Playback
Programme Play
Playing Repeatedly (CD)
MP3/WMA Disc Playing
Playing Repeatedly (MP3 disc)

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Use the USB
For devices with USB Cables
For memory cards
USB Storage Device Data Protection
Play from Bluetooth device
Playing NFC (Near Field Communication) enabled devices
Playing an external device on Auxiliary Connection
Set the alarm timer
Disc handling
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Nakamichi Service Contact Details
Pairing Bluetooth-enabled devices
Listen to music from Bluetooth device
Activate / deactivate alarm timer
Set sleep timer
Table of Contents

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What’s Included
Make sure all of the following contents are included:
Speakers x 2 Remote ControlThe Unit
Control Cable Owner’s ManualFM Antenna
Audio L/R Cable x 1

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Product Overview
The CD Player
Amplifier
Front Rear
Front Rear
FM
ANTENNA
CABLE
AUXIN 1
L
R
L
R
AUXIN 2
1
2
3
4
5 6 7 8
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15.
Standby Button
Clock Button
Mode Button
USB Jack
Remote Sensor
LCD Display
Disc Tray
Fast Forward Button ( )
Tuning Forward Button
Reverse Button ( )
Tuning Backward Button
Next Button ( )
Open/Close Button ( )
Stop Button ( )
Built-in Bluetooth Antenna
Power Control Cable Socket
AUX 1 Input Terminals
(L&R) (AUX IN 1)
AUX 2 Input Terminals
(L&R) (AUX IN 2)
FM Antenna
Preset Up Switch
Previous Button ( )
Preset Down Switch
Play/Pause Button (BF)
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2.
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7.
8.
Headphone Terminal
Bass Control Knob
Treble Control Knob
Volume Control Knob
Source Select Knob
AC Power Cable
Power Control Cable Socket
Speaker Output Terminals (L&R)
SOURC E
CABL E
AC
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

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Remote Control Overview
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23.
Standby Button
Bluetooth Function Button
(Press & hold to clear the pairing
information)
CD /USB Button
Album Up Button
Preset Up button
Previous Button / Fast Backward
Button
AUX 1/2 Function Button
Stop Button
Mode Button
Display Button
Volume Up Button
Preset Equalizer Button
Clock Button
OPEN / CLOSE Button
(CD open tray button)
Play/Pause Button
Next Button / Fast Forward Button
Album Down Button
Preset Down Button
FM Function Button
A-B Button
Dim Button (For LCD display)
Program Button
Mute Button
Timer Button
Sleep button
Volume Down Button
PAIR
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Please Note!
If you will not be using the remote for
an extended perioid of time it is
advised that you remove the batteries.
Please avoid the following which may
cause your remote to fail:
• Dropping or impacting your remote.
• Spilling water or any liquid on your
remote.
• Placing your remote on wet objects
or surfaces.
• Leaving your remote in direct sunlight
or near sources of excessive heat.
• Please don’t use caustic cleaners (e.g.
porcelain, stainless steel, toilet or even
cleaner etc) on your remote as it may
cause damage to your remote.
Remote Control Operation Range
1. Point the remote control towards the
remote sensor IR of the front of the
unit.
2. Make sure that there is no obstacle
between the infrared remote sensor of
the unit and remote control.
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Installation of Batteries
1. Open the battery compartment.
2. Insert 2 AAA batteries with correct
polarity (+/-) as indicated in
compartment.
3. Close the battery compartment.

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Connections
Caution: Make all connections before plugging the system into an AC power outlet
Connecting the Antenna
Connecting the Speakers
The Antenna
The Antenna Socket
Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM antenna socket on the rear of the CD player by
turning the antenna’s screw cap clockwise.
Please Note: Do not overtighten, this could damage the antenna.
Caution: To avoid interference, keep the antenna away from the system, the connecting cord
and the AC cord.
Connect the speaker cords between the terminals as shown below.
Connect the speaker cable with the white line to the (-) terminals and speaker cable with the
red line to the (+) terminals.
Right Speaker Box The Amplifier
Rear View
Left Speaker Box
Rear View
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2
3

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Connections
Connecting Auxiliary Equipment
Connect the AUX IN 1 terminals on the rear of the unit to the line output terminals on the
auxiliary equipment with an audio cable illustrated below (1x audio cable supplied).
Connecting a device via AUX 1
Connect the AUX IN 2 terminals on the rear of the unit to the line output terminals on the
auxiliary equipment with an audio cable illustrated below (1x audio cable supplied).
Connecting a device via AUX 2
Auxiliary equipment
The CD Player
FM
ANTENN A
CABLE
AUXIN 1
L
R
L
R
AUXIN 2
AU 2
AUDIO OUT
R
L
R
L
AUX IN 1
AU X IN 1 AUX I N 2
AUDIO OUT
R
L
R
L
AUX IN 2
FM
ANTENN A
CABLE
AUX IN 1
L
R
L
R
AUX IN 2
AU 2
The CD Player
Auxiliary equipment

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Connections
Connecting Control Cable
Connect the control cable between the CD player and the amplifier.
Connecting Headphones to the system
Connect a pair of headphones to the phone jack.
Please Note: No sound will come out of the speakers.
Be sure to turn down the volume before connecting or putting on headphones.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing
loss.
FM
ANTENN A
CABL E
AUX IN 1
L
R
L
R
AUX IN 2
CABL E
AC
11 12 13 14 15
6 7 8
Amplifier
Headphone

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Connections
Connecting the AC Power Cable
Insert the AC Power cable into a wall outlet, then your unit is ready to use.
Caution: • Be sure to unplug the power plug from the outlet when going out or when the
unit is not in use for an extended period of time.
CABLE
AC
Amplifier
Wall Unit

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ECO-Power / Standby Features
Setting the Clock
Powering ON/OFF
When you insert the AC Power Cable into a wall outlet, the unit will be in Power mode.
Setting the Clock Manually
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2.
3.
4.
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6.
In Standby mode, press and hold CLOCK button for 2 seconds to activate the clock setting
mode. [CLOCK SET] scrolls on the display, and the [24] (24-hours time format) appears.
Press button on the remote control to select 12/24 mode (time format), and then
press CLOCK button to confirm. The hour digits begin to blink.
Press button on the remote control to set the hour.
Press CLOCK button to confirm. The minute digits begin to blink.
Press button on the remote control to set the minutes.
Press CLOCK button to confirm.
Setting the Clock Automatically
When the RDS station display the time, press and hold the DISPLAY button on the remote
control, the clock will automatically sync time of RDS.
This receiver allows you to use Radio Data System (RDS), which enables FM radio stations to
send additional information (e.g. time) along with the regular programming signal.
Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they provide the same type of services. If you
are not familiar RDS services in your area, check with your local radio stations for details.
Press the Standby button to switch the unit on. The word “HELLO” will show in the display.
Press the Standby button to switch the unit back to ECO POWER mode. The words “ECO
POWER” will scroll across the display.
The clock will not be
displayed. Press the
CLOCK button to display
the clock on the LCD.
If the unit is idle for more
than 15 minutes in normal
mode, it will automatical-
ly switch to ECO POWER
mode.
NoteECO Power
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Please Note: • The clock must be set in Standby mode and if the set-up time for each step is
longer than 90 seconds, set-up will be cancelled.
• If a power failure occurs or the unit is disconnected from the mains, the clock
setting will be lost.

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2.
Rotate the SOURCE button on the front of the amplifier until TUNER is displayed on the
display screen, or press the FM button on the remote control.
Tune in a station using one of the following methods.
•Auto Tuning
If you press and hold PROGRAM button on the remote control, display will show
“AUTO” and the auto tuning will start. It will stop auto tuning when new radio station
is received.
•Manual Tuning
Repeatedly press the buttons on the remote control or the buttons on
the front panel to change the frequency until you find the station you want.
Press buttons on the front panel to make minor modulation changes for the
station you find.
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Sound Setting
FM Radio
Adjusting the Volume
To increase or decrease the volume, rotate the Volume Control knob (- VOLUME +) on the unit
or press the Volume Up/Down buttons on the remote control.
FM stations can be tuned in manually or automatically.
Adjusting the Bass
Rotate the BASS knob clockwise or counter clockwise on the Amplifier to adjust the intensity
of the bass output sound.
Adjusting the Treble
Rotate the TREBLE knob clockwise or counter clockwise on the Amplifier to adjust the
intensity of the treble output sound.
Preset Equalizer
You can adjust the sound reproduced simply by choosing from 5 preset equalizers. Press the
EQ button on the remote control repeatedly to scroll through the following options:
Adjusting the Brightness LCD
This unit has three brightness levels for you to adjust the clock display. Presss the DIM button
on the remote control repeatedly to choose the desired brightness.
Tuning in a Station
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FLAT POP JAZZ ROCK CLASSIC
Caution: Before listening to the radio, please check that the FM antenna is correctly
connected and adjusted for length and direction.
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2.
Press the PROGRAM button on the remote control, the preset number will be displayed.
Press the PRESET buttons on the remote control or press the buttons on unit
panel to select the preset number.
3.
4.
Press the PROGRAM button again to store the station. The display will return to the
broadcast frequency display.
Repeat above steps 1 to 3 for each station you want to store in memory with a preset
number.
PRESET
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FM Radio
Preset Tuning (Available only after the stations are preset)
Repeatedly press the PRESET buttons on the remote control or press the buttons
on the front panel to select the desired preset number. Its band and frequency are displayed on
the Display panel.
Presetting Stations
You can manually preset up to 20 FM stations.
Tune in the desired station:
To change the FM Reception Mode
Press the MODE button to select the Stereo or Mono channel to receive the best FM reception
mode.
FM Display Modes
Every time you press the DISPLAY button, the display will cycle through the following display
modes: Station Name, Programme Type, Clock, Radio Text, Frequency
The information is displayed on the lower segment of the display.
Station Name
When an RDS station is received, the name of that
station
Programme Type
Programme type identification signal. (E.g. News,
Rock, Classical music)
Radio Text
This displays a station description.
Frequency
This shows the frequency of the current station, e.g.
89.80 MHz.
Clock
The RDS CLOCK system may not properly operate in
areas where RDS CLOCK service is not available. Once
RDS CLOCK service is available, the RDS CLOCK
system will commence operation.
Increase the preset number by 1
Decrease the preset number by 1
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PRESET
Please Note: If the system is unplugged or if a power failure occurs, the preset stations will not
be erased after stored.
Programme Type
Radio Text
Clock
Frequency
Station Name

Please Note: Random play will not shue the programmed music list.
To repeat the same track, the words “TRK” and “REP” will blink.
To repeat playing all tracks on a disc, the words “TRK” will stay lit and “REP ALL” will blink.
To play tracks randomly, the word “TRK” will stay lit and, SHUF will blink.
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CD Operation
To play a CD
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Rotate the SOURCE button on the front of the amplifier or press the CD/USB button on
the remote control. The word “DISC” will be displayed on the front panel.
Press the button on the front panel to open the disc door and place the disc on the disc
tray (with the printed side up).
Press the button to close the disc door, the unit will read the disc and play it automati-
cally.
Press the button to pause the playing, press the button again to continue play.
Press the button to stop the disc playing.
1.
2.
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6.
7.
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•
Insert a disc and press the button when it starts playing.
Press the PROGRAM button, “ ” appears.
Press the buttons on the remote control to select the desired track number.
Press the PROGRAM button to confirm the track number to be stored.
Repeat steps 3-4 to select and store all desired tracks.
Press the button to start programme play.
Press the button twice to clear programme.
To Skip Search and Play
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•
Press the button once or more to skip backwards to previous track or more tracks on
the disc.
Press the button once or more to skip forward to next track or more tracks on the
disc.
To Search
Press and hold the or button or press button for a few seconds on the remote
control to search for the position that you intend to start playing.
Text Display During Playback
Press the DISPLAY button to select display information during play.
Programme Play
You can programme up to 20 tracks to play in any desired order. The player must be in STOP
mode only with a CD inserted.
Playing Repeatedly (CD)
ONE and ALL Repeat Play can be set by pressing the MODE button. Press the MODE button
until the desired below functions appear on the LCD display.
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