Panasonic SC-AK280 User manual

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Operating Instructions
CD Stereo System
Model No. SC-AK280
SYSTEM SC-AK280
MAIN UNIT SA-AK280
SPEAKERS SB-AK280
These operating instructions are applicable to the
following system.
Supplied
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied
accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when
asking for replacement parts. (As of January
2009)
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read
these instructions thoroughly before connecting,
operating or adjusting this product.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
1 x AC mains lead
(K2CZ3YY00005)
1 x Remote control
(N2QAYB000387)
2 x Remote control
batteries
1 x FM indoor antenna
(RSA0007-L1)
1 x AM loop antenna
(N1DAAAA00001)
1 x Antenna plug
adaptor
(K1YZ02000013)
Operations in these instructions are described mainly using the remote control, but you can perform the
operations on the main unit if the controls are the same.
Your unit may not look exactly the same as illustrated.
Note:
“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.
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Inside of product
(Back of product)
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Caution for AC Mains Lead
Figure A
Figure B
Fuse cover
Figure A
Fuse (5 ampere)
Figure B
Fuse (5 ampere)
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■ Sales and Support Information
Customer Care Centre
• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852
• For customers within the Republic of Ireland:
01 289 8333
• Visit our website for product information
• E-mail: [email protected]
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
• For customers: 0844 844 3856
• Order accessory and consumable items for your
product with ease and confidence by phoning our
Customer Care Centre Monday-Thursday 9:00am-
5:30pm, Friday 9:30am-5:30pm (Excluding public
holidays).
• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory
ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk.
• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities
are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.
• It couldn’t be simpler!
• Also available through our Internet is direct
shopping for a wide range of finished products,
take a browse on our website for further details.
Interested in purchasing an extended guarantee?
Please call 0870 240 6284 or visit our website
www.panasonic.co.uk/guarantee.
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Placement
Placement
Set the unit up on an even surface away from
direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity,
and excessive vibration. These conditions can
damage the cabinet and other components, thereby
shortening the unit’s service life.
Place it at least 15 cm away from wall surfaces to
avoid distortion and unwanted acoustical effects.
Do not place heavy items on the unit.
Voltage
Voltage
Do not use high voltage power sources. This can
overload the unit and cause a fire.
Do not use a DC power source. Check the source
carefully when setting the unit up on a ship or other
places where DC is used.
AC mains lead protection
AC mains lead protection
Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and
not damaged. Poor connection and lead damage
can cause fire or electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or
place heavy items on the lead.
Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead.
Pulling the AC mains lead can cause electric shock.
Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can
cause electric shock.
Foreign matter
Foreign matter
Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can
cause electric shock or malfunction.
Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause
electric shock or malfunction. If this occurs,
immediately disconnect the unit from the power
supply and contact your dealer.
Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They
contain flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed
into the unit.
Service
Service
Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If
sound is interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke
appears, or any other problem that is not covered
in these instructions occurs, disconnect the AC
mains lead and contact your dealer or an authorised
service centre. Electric shock or damage to the unit
can occur if the unit is repaired, disassembled or
reconstructed by unqualified persons.
Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from
the power source if it is not to be used for a long
time.
Safety precautions
Caution for AC Mains Lead............................. 3
Safety precautions ..........................................5
Making the connections.................................. 6
Placement of speakers....................................7
Preparing the remote control .........................8
DEMO function................................................. 8
Handling of the disc trays and discs.............8
Overview of controls.......................................9
Discs............................................................... 11
Cassette tape – Play and record ..................14
Using the FM/AM radio.................................. 16
Using the timers ............................................17
Using sound effects ......................................19
USB.................................................................20
Using other optional equipments ................21
Troubleshooting guide.................................. 23
Maintenance................................................... 25
When moving the unit...................................25
Specifications ................................................26
Table of contents
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(R)
(L)
Please refer to “Connecting to other
external unit” on page 22 for more
information on the AUX connection.
To household mains socket
Power supply connection
Power supply connection
FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM ONLY
READ THE CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 3
BEFORE CONNECTION.
Insertion of connector
Even when the connector is perfectly inserted, depending on the
type of inlet used, the front part of the connector may jut out as
shown in the drawing. However there is no problem using the
unit.
For your reference
To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time,
unplug it from the household mains socket. You will need to reset
some memory items after plugging in the unit.
Note:
• The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only.
Do not use it with other equipment.
• Do not use an AC mains lead from other equipment.
■FM indoor antenna
Place the antenna where reception is best.
Making the connections
■AM loop antenna
Antenna connections
Antenna connections
Connector
Appliance inlet
Stand the
antenna up
on its base.
Adhesive
tape
Connect the AC mains lead only after all the other connections have been made.
Speaker connections
Speaker connections
Connect the
left (L) side in
the same way
Click!
Push
White
Red
Black
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Optional antenna connections
Optional antenna connections
Use outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.
Note:
Disconnect the outdoor antenna when the unit is not in use.
Do not use the outdoor antenna during a lightning storm.
FM outdoor antenna
FM outdoor antenna
(not included)
75 Ωcoaxial cable
(not included)
Rear panel of
this main unit
Use the antenna
plug adaptor
(included).
AM outdoor antenna
Rear panel of
this main unit
AM outdoor antenna (not included)
AM loop antenna (included)
5 to 12 m
Push
• Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.
• The antenna should be installed by a competent
technician.
• Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a
window or other convenient location.
• Leave the loop antenna connected.
Placement of speakers
Speakers are designed identically so that no left or
right channel orientation is necessary.
You cannot take the front net off the speakers.
Use only the supplied speakers.
The combination of the main unit and speakers
provide the best sound. Using other speakers can
damage the unit and sound quality will be negatively
affected.
Note:
• Keep your speakers at least 10mm away from the
system for proper ventilation.
• These speakers do not have magnetic shielding.
Do not place them near televisions, personal
computers or other devices easily influenced by
magnetism.
• You can damage your speakers and shorten their
useful life if you play sound at high levels over
extended periods.
• Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid
damage.
– When playing distorted sound.
– When adjusting the sound quality.
Caution
• Use the speakers only with the recommended
system. Failure to do so can damage the
amplifier and speakers, and can cause fire.
Consult a qualified service person if damage
occurs or if a sudden change in performance
is apparent.
• Do not attach these speakers to walls or
ceilings.
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Preparing the remote control
Use alkaline or manganese batteries.
Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in
the remote control.
R6/LR6, AA
Aim at the remote control signal sensor (\page 9), avoiding
obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the
unit.
Note on using the remote control
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not use different types of batteries at the same time.
• Do not take apart or short circuit the batteries.
• Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese
batteries.
• Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Do not heat or expose to flame.
Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed
to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and
windows closed.
• Mishandling of batteries in the remote control can cause
electrolyte leakage, which may cause a fire.
• Remove the batteries if the remote control is not going
to be used for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark
place.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used
batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
•
•
DEMO function
7, –DEMO
When the unit is first plugged in, a demonstration of its
functions may be shown on the display.
If the demo setting is off, you can show a demonstration by
selecting “DEMO ON”.
Press and hold [7, –DEMO] (demo) on the main unit.
The display changes each time you press and hold the
button.
NO DEMO (off) DEMO ON (on)
While in standby mode, select “NO DEMO” to reduce power
consumption.
Note:
DEMO function cannot be turned on when dimmer function
is on.
Handling of the disc trays and discs
Not doing the following will cause damage to the unit.
Removing the mains plug
Press [y/I] to turn off the unit and remove the mains plug only after all the displays have disappeared.
Inserting a disc Tray caution
• Place the disc correctly with the label facing up as shown in
the diagram.
• Insert one disc into the tray.
• Always press [0, OPEN/CLOSE] to insert
or remove a disc.
• Do not push or pull out the tray by hand as
this will cause an accident.
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Main unit
Main unit
Refer to the numbers in parentheses for page reference. Buttons labelled such as 1function in exactly the
same way as the controls on the remote control (\page 10).
Overview of controls
Display panel (12)
Disc trays
1Standby/on
switch [y/l] (8, 25)
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.
9
Tape recording
function (15)
2
USB port (20)
8Tape play (14)
Music port or AUX
selection (21, 22)
Cassette deck open
(14)
Remote control
signal sensor
Music port jack (21)
Headphone jack ( )
Avoid listening for
prolonged periods
of time to prevent
hearing damage.
Excessive sound
pressure from
earphones and
headphones can
cause hearing loss.
Plug type: Ø 3.5 mm
stereo (not included)
Disc tray open or
close (8)
Disc change (12)
Track skip function
(11, 20)
7
Disc direct play (11)
6
Manual EQ’s bass
control setting (19)
4
Stop playback (11),
Demonstration
function (8)
5
3
Cassette holder
(14)
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Remote control
Remote control
Buttons labelled such as 1function in exactly the same way as the controls on the main unit (\page 9).
This auto off function allows you
to turn off the unit in disc, tape or
USB mode only after left unused
for 10 minutes.
• Press the button to activate the
function.
• Press the button again to cancel.
• The setting is maintained even if
the unit is turned off.
To dim the display panel.
• Press the button to activate the
function.
• Press the button again to cancel.
To mute the sound.
• Press the button to activate the
function.
• Press the button again or adjust
the volume to cancel.
1
Disc selection (11)
Numeric selection
(11, 16, 20, 21)
Delete function (13)
Program function (12, 16)
AUX selection (22)
2USB play or pause (20)
Music port selection (21)
RE-MASTER selection (19)
3Manual EQ selection (19)
4D.BASS selection (19)
9[23],
Album selection (11, 20) [5∞],
Disc and USB play (11, 20) [OK],
Confirm selection (12, 21) [OK]
Display function (12, 16)
Tape recording function (15)
Clock or timer setting (17)
Play timer or record timer
setting (17)
Sleep timer setting (18)
Auto off function
5Volume control (17)
Muting function
6Tuner (FM/AM) selection (16)
7Disc play or pause (11)
8
9Track skip or search, tape
fast-forward or rewind, tape
program sensor (TPS), preset
channel selection, tuning
function, time adjustment,
manual EQ setting (11, 14 to 19)
Stop playback or program clear
(11, 13, 20)
Play mode function (11, 14, 16)
Preset EQ selection (19)
Repeat function (13)
Dimmer function
Tuning mode selection (16)
Overview of controls (continued)
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Basic play
Basic play
1Press [0,OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit
to open the tray.
The unit turns on, load a disc in the current tray
with the label facing up.
Press [0, OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray.
2Press [6, CD] or [OK] to start play.
You can also press [3, 1] ~ [3, 5] or, [¶DISC] and
then [¶1] ~ [¶5] to select and play the other loaded
discs.
Current disc indicator
Stop
playback
Press [7] (stop) during play.
Display when in the stop mode:
Example: “MP3” indicates the disc
contains MP3 files.
Total number
of albums
Total number
of tracks
Pause play Press [6, CD] during play.
Press again to resume play.
Skip album
Press [5/∞, ALBUM] to select the
desired album during play or when in
stop mode.
• This function does not work during
1-DISC RANDOM and ALL-DISC
RANDOM mode.
Skip tracks During play
Press [4/ 1] or [¡/ ¢], or turn
[TRACK] to skip to your desired track.
While in stop mode
Press [4/ 1] or [¡/ ¢] followed
by [6, CD] to skip and play your
desired track.
Alternatively, turn [TRACK] to skip and
play your desired track.
• During random play (\see right,
“Play Mode function”), you cannot
skip to tracks which have been
played.
During 1-ALBUM and 1-ALBUM
RANDOM mode, track skipping can
only be done within the current album.
Search
through
tracks Press and hold [4/ 1] or
[¡/ ¢] during play or pause to
search.
• During program play (\page 12),
or random play (\see below, “Play
Mode function”), you can search only
within the track.
Play Mode function
You can listen to specific discs and tracks.
Preparation
Select and play your desired disc.
Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired mode.
1-DISC
1 DISC
Plays one selected disc.
ALL DISC
ALL DISC
Play all loaded discs in succession
from the selected disc to the final disc.
Example: 4 5 1 2 3.
1-TRACK
1-TR
Plays one selected track on the
selected disc.
Press the numeric buttons to select
the track in the current disc.
Play starts from the selected track.
Press [5/∞, ALBUM] to select the
album.
Press [4/ 1] or [¡/ ¢], or the
numeric buttons to select the track in
the current album.
Play starts from the selected track.
1-ALBUM
1-ALB Plays one selected album on the
selected disc.
Press [5/∞, ALBUM] to select the
album.
Discs
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1-DISC
RANDOM
1 DISC RND
Plays one selected disc randomly.
1- ALBUM
RANDOM
1-ALB RND Play all tracks in one selected album
randomly.
Press [5/∞, ALBUM] to select the
album.
ALL-DISC
RANDOM
ALL DISC RND
Play all loaded discs randomly.
When playback ends
The current play mode will be retained in memory
until it is changed even if the unit is turned off.
Note:
You cannot use program mode together with “Play
Mode function”.
Changing multiple discs
By main unit only
Press [0, EXCHANGE] repeatedly to check
and change multiple discs.
Note:
• The tray with a disc being played will not open.
• If the player is stopped, all trays will open. To close
the remaining trays simultaneously, press
[0, OPEN/CLOSE].
Checking the track information
You can view the information of the current track from
the display panel.
Press [DISPLAY] during play or pause.
Elapsed play time Remaining play time
Elapsed
play time
Remaining
play time
Album
Name
Tag
(Artist)
Tag
(Track)
Tag
(Album)
Track
Name
Note:
• “NO TAG” is displayed if titles with tags have not
been entered.
• This unit can display album, track and artist name
with MP3 ID3 tags (version 1.0 and 1.1).
• Titles containing text data that the unit does not
support cannot be displayed.
• ID3 is a tag embedded in MP3 track to provide
information about the track.
• Titles entered with 2-byte code cannot be displayed
correctly on this unit.
Advanced play
Advanced play
Program play
This function allows you to program up to 24 tracks.
1Press [6, CD] and then [7] (stop).
2Press [PROGRAM].
“PGM” appears.
3Press [¶DISC] and then [¶1] ~ [¶5] to
select the disc.
4Press the numeric buttons to select your
desired track.
Repeat steps 3 to 4 to program other tracks.
5Press [6, CD] to start play.
1Press [¶DISC] and then [¶1] ~ [¶5] to
select the disc.
2Press [7] (stop).
3Press [PROGRAM].
4Press [5/∞, ALBUM] to select your
desired album.
To select an album directly, press the
numeric buttons after pressing
[5/∞, ALBUM].
5Press [4/1] or [¡/¢] to select the
track.
To select a track directly, press the
numeric buttons after pressing [4/1]
or [¡/¢].
6Press [OK].
Repeat steps 4 to 6 to program other tracks.
7Press [6, CD] to start play.
For two-digit track, press [ h 10] once then the two
digits.
For three-digit track, press [
h 10] twice then the three
digits.
Discs (continued)
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Cancel
program
mode
Press [PROGRAM] in the stop
mode.
Replay the
program
Press [PROGRAM] then [6, CD] in
the stop mode.
Add to the
program Repeat steps 3 to 4 in the stop
mode.
Repeat steps 4 to 6 in the stop
mode.
Check
program
contents
Press [4/ 1] or [¡/ ¢] when
“PGM” is displayed in the stop mode.
The track number, program order
and disc number are displayed:
Program
order
Track
number
The program order is displayed
followed by the album number and
track number.
Clear the
last track
Press [DEL] in the stop mode.
Clear all
programmed
tracks
Press [7] (clear) in the stop mode.
“CLR ALL” is displayed. Within 5
seconds, press the button again to
clear all tracks.
Note:
• You cannot program CD-DA together with MP3
tracks.
• The program memory is cleared when you change a
disc or open the disc tray.
• You cannot program more than one disc.
Repeat play
You can repeat program play or other selected play
mode.
Press [REPEAT].
“ ” is displayed.
To cancel
Press [REPEAT] again.
“ ” is cleared.
Note:
You can use repeat mode with “Program play”
(\page 12) and “Play Mode function” ( \page 11).
NOTE about using a DualDisc
NOTE on MP3
• Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated
as albums.
• This unit can access up to 999 tracks, 255
albums and 20 sessions.
• Disc must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2
(except for extended formats).
• To play in a certain order, prefix the folder and
file names with 3-digits numbers in the order you
want to play them.
When “NOT MP3/ERROR1” appears on the
display, an unsupported MP3 format is being
played. The unit will skip that track and play the
next one.
Limitations on MP3 play
• If you have recorded MP3 on the same disc
as CD-DA, only the format recorded in the first
session can be played.
• Some MP3s may not be played due to the
condition of the disc or recording.
• Recordings will not necessarily be played in the
order you recorded them.
• This unit can access up to 99 tracks.
• This unit can play MP3 files and CD-DA format
audio CD-R/RW that have been finalised.
• It may not be able to play some CD-R/RW due to
the condition of the recording.
• Do not use irregularly shaped disc.
• Do not use disc with labels and stickers that are
coming off or with adhesive exuding from under
labels and stickers.
• Do not attach extra labels or stickers on the disc.
• Do not write anything on the disc.
NOTE on CDs
The digital audio content side of a DualDisc
does not meet the technical specifications of the
Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so
playback may not be possible.
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Recording
Recording
Use normal position tapes.
High position and metal position tapes can be used,
but this unit will not be able to record or erase them
correctly.
Preparation
Wind up the source tape so recording can begin
immediately.
1Press [0, OPEN] and insert the cassette to
be recorded.
Insert with the side to be recorded facing towards
you and the exposed tape facing down.
2Select the source to be recorded.
USB recording:
Prepare the USB mass storage device for
recording. (\page 20)
Radio recording:
Tune in the station. (\page 16)
Disc recording:
➀Insert the disc(s) you want to record.
Press [6, CD] and then [7, –DEMO] (stop).
➁Prepare the desired disc recording mode.
Record
programmed
tracks Perform steps 2 to 4 in “Program
play” (\page 12).
Perform steps 3 to 6 in “Program
play” (\page 12).
By remote control only
Record
specific discs
or tracks
1) Press [¶DISC] and then
[¶1] ~ [¶5] to select the disc.
Ensure disc is stopped.
2) Press [PLAY MODE] to select
the desired mode (\page 11).
3)
For 1-ALBUM mode and
1-TRACK mode:
Press [5/∞, ALBUM] to select
the album.
For 1-TRACK mode:
Press [4/ 1] or [¡/ ¢]to
select the track.
The buttons described for “Cassette tape – Play
and record” are mainly using the main unit unless
indicated otherwise.
Basic play
Basic play
Use normal position tapes.
High position and metal position tapes can be
played, but the unit will not be able to identify the
characteristics of these tapes.
1Press [3, TAPE].
The unit turns on.
If a cassette was loaded, play starts automatically
(One touch play).
2Press [0, OPEN] and insert the cassette.
Insert with the side to be played facing towards
you and the exposed tape facing down. Close the
holder by hand.
3Press [3, TAPE] to start play.
Stop tape
playback
Press [7, –DEMO] (stop).
Fast-forward and
rewind
Press [4/ 1] or [¡/ ¢] in
the stop mode.
Note:
• Tapes exceeding 100 minutes are thin and can
break or get caught in the mechanism.
• Tape slack can get caught up in the mechanism and
should be wound up before the tape is played.
TPS (Tape Program Sensor)
This function enables you to search the beginning of
up to a maximum of 9 tracks.
Press [4/1] or [¡/¢] during play.
Play resumes from the track found.
Note:
TPS may not operate correctly in the following
situations:
• If the interval between tracks is less than 4 seconds.
• If there is noise between tracks.
• If there are silent parts within tracks.
Cassette tape – Play and record
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3Press [¶REC, TAPE] to start recording.
Stop recording Press [7, –DEMO] (stop).
Record on the
other side of the
tape
Turn the cassette over and press
[¶REC, TAPE].
Erase a
recorded sound
1) Press [3, TAPE] and then
[7, –DEMO] (stop).
2) Insert the recorded cassette.
3) Press [¶REC, TAPE].
You can also perform recording by pressing [¶REC]
and [TAPE] consecutively on the remote control.
Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording
pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or
broadcast material may infringe copyright laws.
Note:
Changes to volume and sound quality do not affect
recording.
Erasure prevention
The illustration shows how to remove the tabs to
prevent recording. To record on the tape again, cover
as shown.
To prevent recording
Side A
Tab for side ATab for side B
To re-record
Adhesive tape
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Using the FM/AM radio
Manual tuning
Manual tuning
1Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM”.
2Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.
3Press [4/1] or [¡/¢] to select the
frequency of the required station.
“ ” is displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is
being received.
To tune automatically
Press and hold [4/ 1] or [¡/ ¢] until the
frequency starts changing rapidly. The unit begins
auto tuning, stopping when it finds a station.
• Auto tuning may be interrupted when there is
excessive interference.
• To cancel auto tuning, press [4/ 1] or [¡/ ¢]
once again.
To improve the sound quality
When “FM” is selected
Press and hold [TUNE MODE] to display “MONO”.
To cancel
Press and hold [TUNE MODE] again until “MONO”
disappears.
• MONO is also cancelled if the frequency is changed.
• Turn off “MONO” for normal listening.
When “AM” is selected
Press and hold [TUNE MODE].
Each time you press button: BP2 BP1
• The setting is recalled whenever “AM” is selected.
RDS broadcasting
This unit can display the text data transmitted by the
radio data system (RDS) available in some areas.
If the station you are listening to is transmitting RDS
signals, “RDS” will light up on the display.
Press [DISPLAY] to display:
Station name
(PS)
Program
Type (PTY)
Frequency
display
Program type displays
NEWS
AFFAIRS
INFO
SPORT
EDUCATE
DRAMA
CULTURE
SCIENCE
VARIED
POP M
ROCK M
M-O-R- M *
LIGHT M
CLASSICS
OTHER M
WEATHER
FINANCE
CHILDREN
SOCIAL A
RELIGION
PHONE IN
TRAVEL
LEISURE
JAZZ
COUNTRY
NATIONAL
OLDIES
FOLK M
DOCUMENT
TEST
ALARM
*M-O-R- M = Middle-of-the-Road music
Note:
RDS displays may not be available if reception is
poor.
Memory preset
Memory preset
30 FM and 15 AM stations can be preset.
Preparation
Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM”.
Automatic presetting
1Press [PLAY MODE] repeatedly to select
either “CURRENT” or “LOWEST”.
CURRENT Tuning begins from the current
frequecy.
LOWEST Tuning begins from the lowest
frequecy.
2Press and hold [PROGRAM] to start
presetting.
The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into
the channels in ascending order. When finished, the
last station memorised is tuned in.
Manual presetting
1Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.
2Press [4/1] or [¡/¢] to tune to the
required station.
3Press [PROGRAM].
4Press the numeric buttons to select a
channel.
The station occupying a channel is erased if
another station is preset to that channel.
5Repeat steps 2 to 4 to preset more
stations.
Selecting a preset station
Press the numeric buttons to select the channel.
For channels 10 to 30 press [ h 10], then the two digits.
OR
1Press [TUNE MODE] to select “PRESET”.
2Press [4/1] or [¡/¢] to select the
channel.
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Setting the clock
Setting the clock
This is a 24-hour clock.
1Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”.
Each time you press the button:
CLOCK ˚PLAY
Original display
˚REC
2( Within 8 seconds or so )
Press [4/1] or [¡/¢] to set the
time.
3Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to finish setting the
time.
Displaying the clock
Press [CLOCK / TIMER] once when the unit is on or in
standby mode.
The time is displayed for a few seconds.
Note:
Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.
Using the play or record timer
Using the play or record timer
You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to
wake you up (play timer) or to record from the radio or
the optional equipments (record timer).
Play timer and record timer cannot be used together.
Turn the unit on and set the clock.
Play
timer
Prepare the music source you want to
listen to; cassette, disc number (1 to 5),
radio, USB, or other optional equipments,
and set the volume.
Record
timer
Check the cassette’s erasure prevention
tabs (\page 15), insert the cassette and
tune to the radio station (\page 16),
USB, or select the music port or AUX
source (\page 20, 21, 22).
1Press [CLOCK/TIMER] repeatedly to select
the timer function.
Each time you press the button:
CLOCK ˚PLAY
Original display
˚REC
˚PLAY : to set the play timer
˚REC : to set the record timer
(Proceed to the next step within 8 seconds )
Using the timers
2Press [4/1] or [¡/¢] to set the
starting time.
Play timer indicator
Start time
Record timer indicator
3Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to confirm.
4Repeat steps 2 to 3 to set the finishing
time.
Finish time
To activate the timer
5Press [˚PLAY/REC] repeatedly to turn on
your desired timer.
˚PLAY No display (off) ˚REC
6Press [y] to turn off the unit.
The unit must be turned off for the timers to
operate.
Change the
settings
Repeat steps 1 to 4 and 6 (\see left
and above).
Change the
source or
volume
1) Press [ ˚PLAY/REC] to clear the
timer indicator from the display.
2) Make changes to the source or
volume.
3) Perform steps 5 to 6 (\see
above).
Check the
settings
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] repeatedly to
select ˚PLAY or ˚REC.
Cancel Press [ ˚PLAY/REC] to clear the
timer indicators from the display.
If you use the unit after the timers are set
After using, check that the correct tape or disc are
loaded before turning the unit off.
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Using the timers (continued)
Note:
• The play timer will start at the preset time with
volume increasing gradually to preset level.
• The record timer will start 30 seconds before the set
time with the volume muted.
• The timer comes on at the set time every day if the
timer is on.
• The unit must be in the standby mode for the timer
to function.
• If you turn the unit off and on again while a timer
is functioning, the finish time setting will not be
activated.
Using the sleep timer
Using the sleep timer
This function enables you to turn off the unit
automatically after the set time.
Press [SLEEP] to select your desired time.
30 MIN 60 MIN 90 MIN 120 MIN OFF
Sleep timer indicator
To cancel
Press [SLEEP] to select “OFF”.
Changing the remaining time
Press [SLEEP] to show the remaining time and press
[SLEEP] again to select your desired time.
Note:
• The play and sleep timer or the record and sleep
timer can be used together.
• The sleep timer always has priority. Be sure not to
overlap timer settings.
• The sleep timer turns off when you perform the
record function.
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Changing the sound quality:
Changing the sound quality:
Preset EQ
Preset EQ
Press [PRESET EQ] repeatedly to select your
desired setting.
HEAVY SOFT CLEAR VOCAL
FLAT (off) HALL LIVE
DISCO
Setting Effect
HEAVY Adds punch to rock
SOFT For background music
CLEAR Clarifies higher frequencies
VOCAL Adds gloss to vocal
DISCO Produces sound with the same kind of
lengthy reverberations heard at a disco
LIVE Makes vocals more alive
HALL Adds an expansiveness to the sound
to produce the atmosphere of a great
concert hall
FLAT No effect
Changing the sound quality:
Changing the sound quality:
Manual EQ
Manual EQ
1Press [MANUAL EQ] repeatedly to select
your desired setting.
BASS MID TREBLE
Setting Effect
BASS For lower pitch sound
MID For middle pitch sound
TREBLE For higher pitch sound
Using sound effects
2Press [4/1] or [¡/¢] to adjust the
level.
OR
By main unit only
Setting the BASS;
Turn [BASS CONTROL] to either increase (+) or
decrease (–) the pitch.
Note:
• The level of the pitch is between -3 to +3.
• The changes you make are stored and automatically
recalled the next time you select “MANUAL EQ”.
Changing the sound quality:
Changing the sound quality:
RE-MASTER
RE-MASTER
This feature reproduces the frequencies lost during
recording to give you a sound closer to the original.
Press [RE-MASTER] repeatedly to select either
“RE-MASTER ON” or “RE-MASTER OFF”.
Note:
• During CD (MP3) or USB selection, the re-master
effect is digital.
• As for MUSIC PORT selection, the re-master effect
is analogue.
Enjoying the bass: D.BASS
Enjoying the bass: D.BASS
Press [D.BASS] repeatedly to select either
“D.BASS ON” or “D.BASS OFF”.
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The USB connectivity enables you to connect and
play MP3 tracks from USB mass storage class.
Typically, USB memory devices. (Bulk only transfer)
Connecting a USB mass storage device
Connecting a USB mass storage device
Preparation
Before connecting any USB mass storage device to
the unit, ensure that the data stored therein has been
backed up.
It is not recommended to use a USB extension cable.
The USB device is not recognised by this unit.
USB enabled device
(not included)
Playing a USB mass storage device
1Reduce the volume and connect the USB
mass storage device to the USB port.
2Press [6, USB] or [OK] to start play.
Pause play Press [6, USB].
Press again to resume play.
Stop play Press [7] (stop).
“RESUME” is displayed. The position
is memorised.
Press [6, USB] to resume play.
Press [7] (stop) again to clear the
position.
Skip tracks Press [4/ 1] or [¡/ ¢], or turn
[TRACK] (\page 11, “Basic play”).
Skip album Press [5/∞, ALBUM] in the play
mode.
Press [5/∞, ALBUM] once and then
the numeric buttons in the stop mode.
Recording from a USB mass
storage device
1Press [4/1] or [¡/¢] to select the
desired track for recording.
2Press [¶REC] and [TAPE] consecutively
(main unit: [¶REC, TAPE]) to start
recording.
Note:
When you connect your digital audio player to the
USB port, it charges all the time except in standby
mode.
USB
NOTE on USB
Compatible devices
Devices which are defined as USB mass storage
class:
• USB devices that support bulk only transfer.
• USB devices that support USB 2.0 full speed.
Supported format
• Folders are defined as album.
• Files are defined as track.
• Track must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.
• CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported.
• A device using NTFS file system is not supported.
[Only FAT 12/16/32 (File Allocation Table
12/16/32) file system is supported.]
• Depending on the sector size, some files may not
work.
• Maximum album: 255 albums
• Maximum track: 2500 tracks
• Maximum track in one album: 999 tracks
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