Sharp CD-E250E User manual

Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product.
To obtain the best performance from this product, please read this
manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.
CD-E250E Mini Component System consisting of CD-E250E (main unit),
CP-E250E (front speakers) and GBOXS5001SJB1 (surround speakers).
MINI COMPONENT SYSTEM
MODEL
CD-E250E
OPERATION MANUAL
If you require any advice or assistance regarding
your Sharp product, please visit our web-site
www.sharp.co.uk/customersupport.
CustomerswithoutInternetaccessmaytelephone
08705274277duringofficehours(or(01)6760648
if telephoning from Ireland).
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Accessories
Please confirm that the following accessories are included.
Note:
Only the above accessories are included.
Remote control × 1FM/AM loop aerial × 1AC power lead × 1
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Important Instruction
Special notes
NOTES FOR USERS IN THE U.K. AND IRELAND
The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable
(moulded) plug incorporating a 3A fuse. Should the fuse need to
be replaced, a BSI orASTAapproved BS 1362 fuse marked or
and of the same rating as above, which is also indicated on
the pin face of the plug must be used.
Always refit the fuse cover after replacing the fuse. Never use
the plug without the fuse cover fitted.
In the unlikely event of the socket outlet in your home not being
compatible with the plug supplied, cut-off the mains plug and fit
an appropriate type.
DANGER:
The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the cut-off
plug destroyed immediately and disposed of in a safe manner.
Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted else-
where into a 13A socket outlet as a serious electric shock may
occur.
To fit an appropriate plug to the mains lead, follow the instruc-
tions below:
IMPORTANT:
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this product may
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the termi-
nals in your plug, proceed as follows:
●The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the plug
terminal which is marked N or coloured black.
●The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the
plug terminal which is marked L or coloured red.
Ensure that neither the brown nor the blue wire is connected to
the earth terminal in your three pin plug.
Before replacing the plug cover, make sure that:
●If the new fitted plug contains a fuse, its value is the same as
that removed from the cut-off plug.
●The cord grip is clamped over the sheath of the mains lead
and not simply over the lead wires.
IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELEC-
TRICIAN.
SERVICE INFORMATION
In the unlikely event of your equipment requiring repair, please
contact the dealer or supplier from whom it was purchased. Where
this is not possible, please visit our web-site www.sharp.co.uk/
customersupport.
Customers without internet access may telephone 08705
274277 during office hours (or [phone] if telephoning
from lreland).
Please note; all calls will be charged at local rate.
Certain replacement parts and accessories may be obtained from
our main parts distributor.
WILLOW VALE ELECTRONICS LTD.
0121 766 5414
In the unlikely event of this equipment requiring repair during the
guarantee period, you will need to provide proof of the date of
purchase to the repairing company.
Please keep your invoice or receipt, which is supplied at the
time of purchase.
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CD-E250E
Important Instruction
WARNINGS
!When the ON/STAND-BY button is set at STAND-BY position,
mains voltage is still present inside the unit. When the ON/
STAND-BY button is set at STAND-BY position, the unit may be
brought into operation by the timer mode or remote control.
!This unit contains no user serviceable parts. Never remove cov-
ers unless qualified to do so. This unit contains dangerous volt-
ages, always remove mains plug from the socket before any
service operation and when not in use for a long period.
!To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to
dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, should be placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION
!This product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.
!
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
NOTES
!
Recording and playback of any material may require consent, which
SHARP is unable to give. Please refer particularly to the provisions
of the Copyright Act 1956, the Dramatic and Musical Performers
Protection Act 1958, the Performers Protection Acts 1963 and 1972
and to any subsequent statutory enactments and orders.
!This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/
336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.
Contents
Page
"General Information
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 - 8
"Preparation for Use
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
System connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 - 12
"Basic Operation
Sound control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
"CD Playback
Listening to a CD (CDs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 16
Advanced CD playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 18
"Radio
Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 20
"Tape Playback
Listening to a cassette tape (TAPE 1 or TAPE 2) . . . . . . . . . . 21
"Tape Recording
Recording to a cassette tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23
"Advanced Features
Timer and sleep operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 - 26
Enhancing your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
"References
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 29
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 31
TERMS OF GUARANTEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back cover
As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to
the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servic-
ing to qualified personnel only.
Laser Diode Properties
Material: GaAIAs
Wavelength: 780 nm
Emission Duration: continuous
Laser Output: max. 0.6 mW
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General Information
Precautions
"General
!Please ensure that the equipment is positioned in a well venti-
lated area and ensure that there is at least 10 cm (4") of free
space along the sides, top and back of the equipment.
!Do not place anything on top of the unit.
!Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than
60°C (140°F) or to extremely low temperatures.
!If your system does not work properly, disconnect the AC power
lead from the wall socket. Plug the AC power lead back in, and
then turn on your system.
!No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be
placed on the apparatus.
!Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of bat-
tery disposal.
!The apparatus is designed for use in moderate climate.
!This unit should only be used within the range of 5°C - 35°C
(41°F - 95°F).
Warning:
The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this unit.
Using this product with a higher voltage other than that which is
specified is dangerous and may result in a fire or other type of acci-
dent causing damage. SHARP will not be held responsible for any
damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than that
which is specified.
"Volume control
The sound level at a given volume setting depends on speaker effi-
ciency, location, and various other factors. It is advisable to avoid
exposure to high volume levels. Do not turn the volume on to full at
switch on and listen to music at moderate levels.
!Use the unit on a firm, level surface free from
vibration.
!Keep the unit away from direct sunlight,
strong magnetic fields, excessive dust,
humidity and electronic/electrical equip-
ment (home computers, facsimiles, etc.)
which generate electrical noise.
!In case of an electrical storm, unplug the
unit for safety.
10 cm (4") 10 cm (4") 10 cm (4")
10 cm (4")
!Hold the AC power plug by the head when
removing it from the wall socket, as pulling
the lead can damage internal wires.
!Do not remove the outer cover, as this
may result in electric shock. Refer inter-
nal service to your local SHARP service
facility.
!The ventilation should not be impeded by
covering the ventilation openings with
items, such as newspapers, tablecloths,
curtains, etc.
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CD-E250E
General Information
Controls and indicators
"Front panel Reference page
1.Disc Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.Timer Set Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.Memory/Set Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 18, 20
4.On/Stand-by Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.Clock Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 24
6.Timer/Sleep Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 26
7.Tuning and Time Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 19
8.Tuning and Time Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 19
9.Headphone Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
10.Tape 2 Record Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23
11.Tape 1 Cassette Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
12.Equaliser Mode Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
13.Extra Bass/Demo Mode Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13
14.Volume Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
15.Disc Tray Open/Close Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
16.Disc Skip Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
17.Tape 2 Cassette Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
18.CD Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
19.Tape (1 2) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
20.CD or Tape Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 21
21.CD Track Down or Fast Reverse, Tape 2 Rewind,
Tuner Preset Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 20, 21
22.Tuner (Band) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
23.Video/Auxiliary Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
24.CD Play or Repeat, Tape Play Button . . . . . . . . . . 15, 17, 21
25.CD Track Up or Fast Forward, Tape 2 Fast Forward,
Tuner Preset Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 20, 21
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CD-E250E
General Information
Controls and indicators (continued)
!Display
1.Disc Number Indicators
2.CD Play Indicator
3.Tape Play Indicator
4.FM Stereo Mode Indicator
5.FM Stereo Receiving Indicator
6.Memory Indicator
7.Extra Bass Indicator
8.Timer Recording Indicator
9.Timer Play Indicator
10.CD Pause Indicator
11.CD Repeat Play Indicator
12.Tape 2 Record Indicator
13.Sleep Indicator
!Rear panel Reference page
1.Video/Auxiliary (Audio Signal) Input Sockets . . . . . . . . . . 27
2.AC Power Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 12
3.FM/AM Loop Aerial Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.Front Speaker Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11
5.Surround Speaker Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11
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General Information
!Front speaker
1.Tweeter
2.Bass Reflex Ducts
3.Woofer
4.Speaker Wire
!Surround speaker
1.Full-Range Speaker
2.Speaker Wire
Note:
The speaker grilles on the front and surround speakers are not
removable.
2
1
4
2
2
3
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CD-E250E
General Information
Controls and indicators (continued)
!Remote control Reference page
1.Remote Control Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.On/Stand-by Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.CD Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.Tape (1 2) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.Memory Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.Programme Clear Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7.Tuning and Time Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 19
8.CD Track Down or Fast Reverse, Tape 2 Rewind,
Tuner Preset Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 20, 21
9.CD or Tape Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 21
10.Equaliser Mode Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
11.Disc Number Select Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 18, 22
12.Tuner (Band) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
13.Video/Auxiliary Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
14.CD Random Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
15.CD Track Up or Fast Forward, Tape 2 Fast Forward,
Tuner Preset Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 20, 21
16.Tuning and Time Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 19
17.CD Play or Repeat, Tape Play Button . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 17, 21
18.Tape 2 Record Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23
19.CD Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
20.Extra Bass Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
21.Volume Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Buttons with " " mark in the illustration or highlighted in bold on the
right can be operated on the remote control only.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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12
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Preparation for Use
Remote control
!Battery installation
Precautions for battery use:
"Replace all old batteries with new ones at the same time.
"Do not mix old and new batteries.
"Remove the batteries if the unit is not to be used for long periods
of time. This will prevent potential damage due to battery leak-
age.
Caution:
"Do not use rechargeable batteries (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.).
"Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit to malfunc-
tion.
Notes concerning use:
"Replace the batteries if the operating distance is reduced or if the
operation becomes erratic.
"Periodically clean the transmitter on the remote control and the
sensor on the unit with a soft cloth.
"Exposing the sensor on the unit to strong light may interfere with
operation. Change the lighting or the direction of the unit.
"Keep the remote control away from moisture, heat, shock, and
vibrations.
!Test of the remote control
Check the remote control after checking all the connections (see
pages 10 - 12).
Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the unit.
The remote control can be used within the range shown below:
Press the ON/STAND-BY button. Does the power turn on? Now,
you can enjoy music.
Use 2 "AA" size batteries (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar).
Batteries are not included.
1 Remove the battery cover.
2 Insert the batteries according to the direction indicated in
the battery compartment.
When inserting or removing the batteries, push them towards the
battery terminals.
3 Replace the cover.
0.2 m - 6 m
(8" - 20')
Remote sensor
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CD-E250E
Preparation for Use
System connections
!FM/AM loop aerial connection
Connect the FM/AM loop aerial to the ANTENNA socket.
Position the FM aerial wire and rotate the AM loop aerial for opti-
mum reception. Place the AM loop aerial on a shelf, or attach it to a
stand or a wall.
Notes:
"Placing the aerial on the stereo system or near the AC power
lead may cause noise pickup. Place the aerial away from the ste-
reo system for better reception.
"Do not connect the attached FM aerial to an external aerial as
this may cause trouble.
Installing the AM loop aerial:
AM loop aerial
Surround
speaker (right) Surround speaker (left)
FM aerial
Front
speaker (right) Front
speaker (left)
Wall socket
(AC 230 - 240V, 50 Hz)
< Assembling > < Attaching to the wall >
Wall Screws (not supplied)
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CD-E250E
Preparation for Use
!Speaker connection
Front speakers
Connect the black wire to the FRONT (-) terminal, and the red wire
to the FRONT (+) terminal.
Surround speakers
Connect the black wire to the SURROUND (-) terminal, and the grey
wire to the SURROUND (+) terminal.
Caution:
!Placing the speaker system
To enjoy the surround effect, we recommend that you place each
speaker as shown to the below.
Installation of the surround speakers:
To enjoy the perfect surround effect, mount the surround speakers
on the wall. Install them 60 cm - 90 cm (23" - 35") above the height
of your ears when you are seated.
"If you use other speakers with impedance
lower than that specified, the unit may be
damaged. Front speakers: 8 ohms Surround
speakers: 16 ohms
"Do not mistake the right and the left channels.
The right speaker is the one on the right side
when you face the unit.
"Do not let the bare speaker wires touch
each other.
"Do not allow any objects to fall into or to be
placed in the bass reflex ducts.
"Do not stand or sit on the speakers. You may
be injured. Incorrect
Front speaker (right)
Surround speaker (right) Surround speaker (left)
Front speaker (left)
Red
Black Grey
Front
speaker
(left)
Front
speaker
(right)
Surround
speaker
(left)
Surround
speaker
(right)
TV
Main unit
Wall
Example:
when installed on the wall Example:
when installed vertically
60 - 90 cm
(23" - 35")
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CD-E250E
Preparation for Use
System connections (continued)
!To mount the surround speakers on the wall
Caution:
The speaker may fall if mounted improperly. Check the stability of
the wall thoroughly. Sharp is not liable for accidents caused by poor
wall stability or improper mounting.
!Connecting the AC power lead
After checking all the connections have been made correctly, con-
nect the AC power lead to the AC power input socket, then plug the
AC power lead of this unit into the wall socket. If you plug in the unit
first, the unit will enter the demonstration mode.
Notes:
"Unplug the AC power lead from the wall socket if the unit will not
be in use for a prolonged period of time.
"Never use a power lead other than the one supplied. Otherwise,
a malfunction or an accident may occur.
!Demonstration mode
To cancel the demonstration mode:
When the unit is in the power stand-by mode (demonstration mode),
press the X-BASS/DEMO button. The demonstration mode will be
cancelled and the display will disappear.
To return to the demonstration mode:
When the unit is in the power stand-by mode, press the X-BASS/
DEMO button again.
Note:
When the power is on, the X-BASS/DEMO button can be used to
select the extra bass mode.
!To turn the power on
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
The design of the sur-
round speakers allows
them to be hung on the
wall. Be sure to use the
type and size of screw
that is shown to the right.
1Make a hole in the wall using
a drill.
2Drive a wall mount plug into
the hole using a hammer.
Drive the wall mount plug in
until it is flush with the wall
surface.
3Drive one screw into the wall
mount plug for each speaker.
Drive the screws, so there is
about a 5 mm (3/16") space
between the wall and the head
of the screw.
4Mount the surround speaker
on the wall so that the screw
head is inserted into the slot
on the surround speaker.
5 mm (3/16") 3.2 mm (1/8")
Min. 22 mm (7/8") 9 mm (3/8")
32 mm (1-1/4")
8-9 mm (3/8")
Wall mounting
screw
Wall
surface
Wall
surface
The first time the unit is plugged in, the
unit will enter the demonstration mode.
You will see words scroll.
After use:
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by
mode.
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CD-E250E
Basic Operation
Sound control
!Volume control
Press the VOLUME (+ or -) button to increase or decrease the vol-
ume.
!Bass control
When the power is first turned on, the unit will enter the extra bass
mode which emphasises the bass frequencies, and "X-BASS" will
appear. To cancel the extra bass mode, press the X-BASS/DEMO
(X-BASS) button.
!Equaliser
When the EQUALIZER (EQUALIZER MODE) button is pressed, the
current mode setting will be displayed. To change to a different
mode, press the EQUALIZER (EQUALIZER MODE) button repeat-
edly until the desired sound mode appears.
12 29 30 (MAXIMUM)0.....
X-BASS indicator
FLAT The sound is not modified.
ROCK Bass and treble are emphasised.
POPS Bass and treble are slightly emphasised.
JAZZ Treble is slightly emphasised.
CLASSIC Treble is cut a little.
VOCAL Vocals (midrange tones) are emphasised.
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CD-E250E
Basic Operation
Setting the clock
In this example, the clock is set for the 24-hour (0:00) display.
To confirm the time display:
Note:
The "CLOCK" or time will flash at the push of the CLOCK button
when the AC power supply is restored after a power failure or
unplugging the unit.
Readjust the clock as follows.
To readjust the clock:
Perform "Setting the clock" from step 1. If the "CLOCK" is not flash-
ing in step 1, step 2 (for selecting the 24-hour or 12-hour display)
will be skipped.
To change the 24-hour or 12-hour display:
1Press the CLOCK button and within 8 seconds, press the
MEMORY/SET button.
2Within 30 seconds, press the TUNING/TIME ( or ) button
to select 24-hour or 12-hour display and then press the
MEMORY/SET button.
"0:00" The 24-hour display will appear.
(0:00 - 23:59)
"AM 12:00" The 12-hour display will appear.
(AM 12:00 - PM 11:59)
Note that this can only be set when the unit is first installed or it
has been reset. [Refer to "Clearing all the memory (reset)" on
page 29 for details.]
3Within 30 seconds, press the TUNING/TIME ( or ) button
to adjust the hour and then press the MEMORY/SET button.
"Press the TUNING/TIME ( or ) button once to advance
the time by 1 hour. Hold it down to advance continuously.
"When the 12-hour display is selected, "AM" will change au-
tomatically to "PM".
4
Within 30 seconds, press the TUNING/TIME ( or ) button to
adjust the minutes and then press the MEMORY/SET button.
"Press the TUNING/TIME ( or ) button once to advance
the time by 1 minute. Hold it down to advance continuously.
"The hour will not advance even if minutes advance from "59"
to "00".
Press the CLOCK button.
The time display will appear for
about 8 seconds.
1 Clear all the programmed contents. [Refer to "Clearing all the
memory (reset)" on page 29 for details.]
2 Perform "Setting the clock" from step 1.
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CD Playback
Listening to a CD (CDs)
This system can also play audio CD-R and CD-RW discs, but can-
not record.
Some audio CD-R and CD-RW discs may not be playable due to the
state of disc or the device that was used for recording.
1Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2Press the CD button.
3Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray.
4Place the CD(s) on the disc tray, label side up.
When loading a third disc, press the DISC SKIP button to
turn the disc tray, then place the CD in the open position.
"CDs can be placed on any open position on the disc tray.
"Be sure to place 8 cm (3") CDs in the middle of the disc po-
sitions.
5Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc tray.
Total number of tracks on
the CD whose number is
flashing
Total playing time of the CD
whose number is flashing
6To select the CD you want to listen to first, press one of the
1 - 3 buttons on the remote control.
7Press the / button to start playback.
"Playback will begin fromtrack 1 on the disc you have select-
ed to play. After that disc finishes playing, the next disc will
automatically start playback.
"When the last track on the third disc has finished playing, the
CD player will automatically stop.
"When there is no CD in one of the disc 1 - 3 positions, that
position will be skipped and the next CD will begin to play.
12 cm (5") 8 cm (3")
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CD Playback
Listening to a CD (CDs) (continued)
To interrupt playback:
Press the button on the remote control.
To resume playback from the same point, press the button.
To stop playback:
Press the button.
To remove the CDs:
Whilst in the stop mode, press the OPEN/CLOSE button.
The disc tray will open. Remove the two discs. Then, press the
DISC SKIP button to rotate the disc tray and remove the remaining
disc.
Caution:
!Do not place two CDs in one disc tray.
!Do not play discs with special shapes (heart- or octagon-
shaped). It may cause malfunctions.
!Do not push the disc tray whilst it is moving.
!Do not turn the disc tray by hand. This may cause malfunctions.
!If the power fails whilst the tray is open, wait until the power is
restored.
!If the disc tray is stopped with force, the unit will not function. If
this occurs, press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power
stand-by mode and then turn the power on again.
!If TV or radio interference occurs during CD operation, move the
unit away from the TV or radio.
!If a disc is damaged, dirty, or loaded upside down, the disc will
skip or not play back.
"To locate the beginning of a track
Notes:
!You can locate the beginning of a track on one disc only.
!You can skip to any track by pressing the or button
repeatedly until the desired track number appears.
"To locate the desired portion
Notes:
!Normal playback will resume when the or button is
released.
!You can locate the desired portion on one disc only.
!When the end of the last track is reached during fast forward,
"END" will appear on the display and CD operation will be
paused. When the beginning of the first track is reached during
fast reverse, the unit will enter the playback mode.
To move to the beginning of the next track:
Press the button for less than 0.5 seconds during playback.
To restart the track being played:
Press the button for less than 0.5 seconds during playback.
For audible fast forward:
Press and hold down the button during playback.
For audible fast reverse:
Press and hold down the button during playback.
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CD Playback
Advanced CD playback
"Starting playback with a desired track
You can play a disc starting with the desired track.
Notes:
!When the DISC SKIP button is pressed during playback, the next
disc will begin automatically.
!
When one of the 1 - 3 buttons on the remote control is pressed
during playback, the selected disc will begin automatically.
!It is possible to enter a track number which is larger than the total
track number of the disc (maximum 99). In this case, the last
track on the disc will be played back.
"Random play
The tracks on the disc(s) can be played in random order automatically.
To cancel random play:
Press the button.
Notes:
!The random play will stop automatically when all tracks are
played once. (The same track will not be played back twice.)
!If you press the button during random play, you can move
to the track selected next by the random operation. On the other
hand, the button does not allow you to move to the previ-
ous track. The beginning of the track being played will be located.
!In random play, the CD player will select and play tracks auto-
matically. (You cannot select the order of the tracks.)
"Repeat play
All tracks on up to 3 discs, or a programmed sequence can be con-
tinuously repeated.
To cancel repeat play:
Press the / button again. " " will go out.
Caution:
After performing repeat play, be sure to press the button. Other-
wise, the disc(s) will play continuously.
1 Whilst in the stop mode, press one of the 1 - 3 buttons
on the remote control orDISC SKIP button to select the de-
sired disc.
2 Press the or button to select the desired
track.
Selected disc number
Selected track number
3 Press the / button to start playback.
Playback of the selected track is started. When the end of the
last track is reached, the next disc will automatically be started.
Press the RANDOM button on the remote control to begin ran-
dom play.
To repeat all tracks on up to 3 discs:
Press the / button twice.
To repeat a desired track:
Perform steps 1 - 4 in the "Programmed play" section on page 18
and then press the / button twice.
To repeat random play:
Press the / button during random play.
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CD Playback
Advanced CD playback (continued)
"Programmed play
You can choose up to 32 selections for playback in the order you
like.
Adding tracks to the programme:
If a programme has been previously stored, the "MEMORY" indica-
tor will be displayed. Then follow steps 1 - 3 to add tracks. The new
tracks will be stored after the last track of the original programme.
Notes:
!Opening the disc tray automatically cancels the programmed
sequence.
!Even if you press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the stand-by
mode or change the function from CD to another, the pro-
grammed selections will not be cleared.
!During programme operation, random play is not possible.
"Care of compact discs
Compact discs are fairly resistant to damage, however mistracking
can occur due to an accumulation of dirt on the disc surface. Follow
the guidelines below for maximum enjoyment from your CD collec-
tion and player.
!Do not write on either side of the disc, particularly the non-label
side from which signals are read. Do not mark this surface.
!Keep your discs away from direct sunlight, heat, and excessive
moisture.
!Always hold the CDs by the edges. Fingerprints, dirt, or water on
the CDs can cause noise or mistracking. If a CD is dirty or does
not play properly, clean it with a soft, dry cloth, wiping straight out
from the centre, along the radius.
1Whilst in the stop mode, press
one of the 1 - 3 buttons on
the remote control to select
the desired disc.
Selected disc number
2Press the or but-
ton to select the desired track.
Selected track number
3Press the MEMORY/SET (MEMORY) button to save the
track number.
Playback order
When the track is memorised, "MEMORY" will appear.
4Repeat steps 1 - 3 for other tracks. Up to 32 tracks can be
programmed.
If you make a mistake, the programmed tracks can be cleared
by pressing the CLEAR button.
5Press the / button to start playback.
To clear the programmed selections:
Whilst the "MEMORY" indicator is lit, set the
CD to the stop mode and then press the
CLEAR button.
Eachtime thebuttonis pressed,onetrack will
be cleared, beginning with the last track pro-
grammed. When all the tracks are cleared,
"MEMORY" will disappear.
NO YES
Correct
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CD-E250E
Radio
Listening to the radio
"Tuning
To receive an FM stereo transmission:
Press the TUNER (BAND) button to display the "ST" indicator.
!" " will appear when an FM broadcast is in stereo.
!If the FM reception is weak, press the TUNER (BAND) button to
extinguish the "ST" indicator. The reception changes to monau-
ral, and the sound becomes clearer.
1Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2Press the TUNER (BAND) button repeatedly to select the
desired frequency band (FM or AM).
3Press the TUNING/TIME ( or ) button to tune in to the de-
sired station.
Manual tuning:
Press the TUNING/TIME button as many times as required to
tune in to the desired station.
Auto tuning:
When the TUNING/TIME button is pressed for more than 0.5
seconds, scanning will start automatically and the tuner will
stop at the first receivable broadcast station.
Notes:
!This can be operated by pressing the TUN. ( or ) button
on the remote control.
!When radio interference occurs, auto scan tuning may stop
automatically at that point.
!Auto scan tuning will skip weak signal stations.
!To stop the auto tuning, press the TUNING/TIME button
again.
FM stereo mode indicator
FM stereo receiving indicator
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Radio
Listening to the radio (continued)
"Memorising a station
You can store 40 AM and FM stations in memory and recall them at
the push of a button. (Preset tuning)
Note:
The backup function protects the memorised stations for a few
hours should there be a power failure or if the AC lead is discon-
nected.
"To recall a memorised station
Press the PRESET ( or ) button for less than 0.5 seconds to
select the desired station.
"To scan the preset stations
The stations saved in memory can be scanned automatically. (Pre-
set memory scan)
"To erase entire preset memory
1Perform steps 1 - 3 in "Tuning" on page 19.
2Press the MEMORY/SET button to enter the preset tuning
saving mode.
3Within 30 seconds, press the PRESET ( or ) button to
select the preset channel number.
Store the stations in memory, in order, starting with preset
channel 1.
4Within 30 seconds, press the MEMORY/SET button to store
that station in memory.
If the "MEMORY" and preset number indicators go out before
the station is memorised, repeat the operation from step 2.
5Repeat steps 1 - 4 to set other stations, or to change a pre-
set station.
When a new station is stored in memory, the station previously
memorised will be erased.
1 Press and hold down the PRESET ( or ) button.
The preset number will flash and the programmed stations will be
tuned in sequentially, for 5 seconds each.
2 When the desired station is located, release the PRESET ( or
) button.
1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the stand-by mode.
2 Whilst pressing down the TUNER (BAND) button and the DISC
SKIP button, press the ON/STAND-BY button until "TUNER CL"
appears.
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