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Dear Customer Table o.f Contents
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PER-
FOBMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOUR'
SELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL'
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these operating
instructions caref ullY.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELEC'
TRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLI-
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Before use
Precautions " "" 3
SuppliedAccessories " """3
PowerSources """ " 3
ConnectingtheSpeakerSystem " " "" '5
Concerning the Remote Control .. .. ..... " " " '6
LocationsofControls ' ' - """""7
Common Operations " '"" " "9
Setting the Clock . ...,... ,.
Operations
Programming Broadcast Stations
Listening to Radio Broadcasts
Listening to CD .............
Listening to ThPes
Recording
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Recording Radio Broadcasts ..."..........." """ " 21
Recording CD ..........'....... " """ ' 22
Recording Tape to Tape . .. . .... """""-"" """'24
Recording through the Microphone """""" " " 25
Timer
Using the Play Timer "" '. '" " " 26
usini tne Reiord Timer ' """"""28
UsinltneSleepTimerFunction ' """" " ""'30
General Information
Quick Reference of Remote Control Operations " " " 31
TroubleshootingGuide " "33
Maintenance 34
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Concerning ComPact Discs.
Concerning Cassette TaPes
Technical Speci{ications
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Precautions
.lf the set is not used for a long period of time or is used only
from an AC power source, remove all the batteries to prevent
potential damage due to possible battery leakage.
.Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat. Do not
leave if in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long time
with the doors and windows closed as this may deform the cabinet.
.Avoid cuts, scratches, or poor connections in the AC power cord,
as they may result in possible fire or electric shock hazard. Also,
excessive bending, pulling or splicing of the cord should be
avoided.
o Do not unplug the AC power cord by pulling on the cord. To do so
may cause premature failure or shock hazard.
. Do not operate the set on AC power in a bathroom, as a potential
shock hazard may result.
.When not in use, disconnect the AC power cord from the
household AC outlet.
Power Sources
To operate on AC power
Connect the included AC power cord to the AC lN- socket ol this
unit and your household AC outlet.
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When using the memory back-up batteries (see the next page),
insert them first.
Please read "Use of batteries" on page 6.
Battery installation
Unplug the AC power cord from the household AC outlet and the
AC lN- socket of the unit.
Open the compartment for the batteries and insert ten R20/LR20
(UM-1, not included) batteries into the battery compartment. Making
sure that the batteries are installed in the designated numerical
order and that the proper polarities are maintained.
.Batteries installed with incorrect polarities may leak and damage
this unit.
. Do not mix batteries (old and new) or types (manganese and
alkaline, etc.).
.l{ the unit is not used for a long period of time or is used only from
an AC power source, remove the batteries to prevent potential
damage from possible battery leakage.
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Power Sources
Battery life
When the batteries are worn, "STANDBYO " indicator goes off (or
dims) during play, or the indication on the display panel flashes'
ln this cases, replace all the batteries with new ones'
Battery removal
Remove as shown in the figure below.
Bottom of the
unit
lnsert your finger into the opening and push the
batteries out.
Memory back-uP batteries
ln the event o{ a power failure, or if the AC power cord is
disconnected Irom the household AC power outlet (during AC
operation), or should the batteries fail, the memory back-up batteries
will preserve the preset memory and the timer functions o{ this unit'
Please read "Use of batteries" on page 6'
Battery installation
lnsert four R6/LR6 (UM-3 or equivalent, not included) batteries into
the battery compartment, making sure that the batteries are installed
in the designated numerical order that the proper polarities are
maintained.
Car Battery OPeration
lnsert the plug of the car battery cord into the DC lN jack'
Plug the other end into the cigarette lighter socket in your car'
UpJn plugging the car battery cord into the DC lN jack, the unit will
automatiCally switch from internal battery to car battery operation' Battery removal
Press the Q side of the battery No. 4
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The life ol the memory back-up batteries is about one year'
o The life of the memory back-up batteries can be prolonged by
keeping the AC power cord plugged in the household power
outlet at all times.
r When disconnecting the AC power cord, switch off the power first
using the Power button.
o The life of the memory back-up batteries is reduced if the AC
power cord is disconnected from a household AC outlet with the
power still suPPlied.
o White exchanging the memory back-up batteries, be sure to
connect the AC power cord both to the unit and to the household
AC outlet.
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This unit can be used as a one-piece portable stereo system or a
three-piece component system, by attaching or detaching the
speaker system.
Before attaching or detaching the speakers, be sure to disconnect
the speaker cables from the speaker terminals.
Be sure to press IFOWER-I to turn the unit ofl before connecting or
disconnecting the speaker cables.
Attaching the speakers
1. Align the speaker with the main unit as shown
in the figure, interlock the grooves and press
down.
Detaching the speakers
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2.
Unlock the speaker release levers by pulling
them in the direction shown above, and slide
each speaker up.
Connect the speaker cables to the speaker
terminals.
2. Connect the coloured speaker cables to
same coloured terminals. the
3. When using the unit with the speakers attached,
wind the speaker cables as shown.
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Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker, keep magnetized
commuter passes, tickets or personal credit cards, recorded tapes,
watches, etc. away from the speaker. The speaker magnet in the
speaker may damage them.
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Battery instullation
lnsert two RO3 (UM-4, not included) batteries as shown below
lnsert the batteries in
the correct polarities (@, e)
To remove the batteries, pull out the @ side
Use of batteries
. Do not mix old and new batteries, or batteries ol different types
(manganese with alkaline, etc.)'
. Always remove old, weak or worn-out batteries promptly and
dispose of them ProPerlY.
. Never subiect batteries to excessive heat or flame; do not attempt
to disassemble them; and be sure they are not short-circuited'
. lf the unit is not to be used for a long period o{ time, remove the
batteries and store them In a cool, dark place.
. lf a battery leaks, remove all batteries and dispose ol them
properly.
. Thoroughly clean the battery compartment belore inserting new
batteries.
. lf the electrolyte comes into contact with skin or clothes, flush
with water immediatelY.
. Keep batteries out of reach of children.
. Do not use rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) type batteries.
. Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries'
Remote control unit's operstion range
Face about 7 meters in front of the sensor.
How to use the remote control unit properly
. Do not place obstacles between the remote control signal sensor
and remote control unit.
. Do not expose the remote control signal sensor to direct sunlight
or to the bright light of an invertor lluorescent light.
. Take care by keeping the remote control signal sensor and the
transmission window free from dust.
To prevent malfunctioning of the remote control unit:
. Do not disassemble or reconstruct the unit.
. Do not place heavy objects on top o{ it.
. Do not leave it where it will be exposed to direct sunlight'
. Do not spill beverages or other liquids over it'
Battery life
The battery life is about one Year.
Although the battery life varies depending on how often the device
is used, the batteries should be replaced about once every year on
the average.
The batteries should be replaced if commands from the remote
control transmitter do not operate the unit even when transmitter is
held close to the front Panel.
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Remote Control Signal Sensor (REMOTE SENSOR)
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Basic controls
No. Name
O SpeaXers (Tweeter)
@ Bass reflex ports
@ Speakers (Squawker)
l, Speakers (Woofer)
€ Power "STANDBY cD" switch
(lFOWril STANDBY o)
Press to switch the unit from on to standby
mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit
is still consuming a small amount of power'
@ sraruoBY lndicator (STANDBY O)
When the unit is connected to the AC mains
supply, this indicator lights up in standby mode
and goes out when the unit is turned on.
@ Display panel
(REMOTE SENSOR) 6
g volume control knob (VOLUME) 10
@ fime search buttons
(-/TUNING/TIME SEARCH/+)
O Timer set button (TIMER)
g fnl mode/beat proof button
Ref. page Ref. page
@Time check button (TIME CHECK) 11,28
@ Memory/time adjust button
(MEMORY/ADJUST)
@ Sleep timer button (SLEEP)
@ Headphones iack (PHONES)
@ tvtixing microphone iack (MlX.MlC) 25
@ Super extra bass system control
(s-xBS LEVEL)
@ Graphic equalizer controls
(GRAPHIC EOUALIZER)
@Balance control (BALANCE)
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Turuer controls
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11 @ Band selector button ( @ )12
@ Preset tuning button
(@ PRESET TUNTNG 8))
@ tuning buttons
(-/TUNING/TIME SEARCH/+)
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I-ocation of Controls
Q/ Skip/search buttons (l{{, }}l) 15,11
@ CO lid open button (r; 14
@ easy CD recording button
(EASY CD REC)
Deck controls
l,iame Re.f. page
@ Deck 1 cassette holder (DECK 1) 18
€) Deck 1 cassette eject button (@) 18
@ eOit recording button (TAPE EDIT)
@ Reverse mode select button
(REVERSE MODE)
QE Counter reset button
(couNTER RESET)
@ Oect 1 or Deck 2 selector button
(DECK SELECT 1/2)
@ Fast-forward/rewind/tape program
sensor (TPS) (lT-PSl (, ))tTps-l) 20
QD Reverse-side playback button (REV@) 18
@ Forward-side playback button (FWDC) 18
@ Stop button (STOP O)
CD controls
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€D elaylpause button (@) 14
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@ Oect 2 cassette holder (DECK 2) 19
@ Oect 2 cassette eject button (@)
@ Hecord pause button (olr) 19

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Rear panel controls
No. Name Ref. page Turning the unit ON/OFF
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Easy Listening
(Only when a household AC outlet is used lor this unii)
When a CD or tape is inserted, you can start play directly by
pressing a single button (even in the unit off mode).
Radio
Press G@ or PRESET
TUNING.
Listening to Tapes
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@ Speater release levers (RELEASE) STANDBY.)
-o To turn the unit ON:
Press FowEEl.
The backlight of the display comes on.
To turn the unit OFF:
Press FowERl.
When using an AC power, the unit is
turned to standby mode. (STANDBY()
indicator lights)
6D Handle
@o) Speat<er terminals
+, Telescopic antenna 13
@ Uemory back-up battery
compartment cover
@ OC input jack (DC IN 13.2V)
6d nC socket (AC lN-)
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Listening to CDs
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For your reference
. You can play directly by pressing the same button on the remote
control transmitter.
. Even when the unit is being powered by batteries, you can start
play directly by pressing the single button (mentioned above)
after turning on the unit. 9
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S-XBS LEVEL
Adjusting the volume
Turn VOLUME to adjust the
volume to the desired level.
Turn it clockwise to increase the volume.
Turn it counter clockwise to decrease
the volume.
Adjusting the graphic equalizer control
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER Adjust the graphic equalizer
controls to the desired
settings.
Adjusting the balance control
Adjust the balance of sound
heard from the left and right.
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Adjusting the super extra bass (S-XBS)
S-XBS LEVEL Turn S-XBS LEVEL to adjust
the extra bass to the desired
level.
Turn it clockwise to increase the extra
bass.
Turn it counter clockwise to reduce the
extra bass.
Listening through headphones (not
included)
Turn down the volume and
connect the headphones to
the PHONES jack.
Plug type: Stereo mini (plug type: mini)
Avoid listening for prolonged periods of
time to prevent hearing damage.
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