Sharp CD-CH1500W User manual

OPERATION MANUAL
MODE D’EMPLOI
MANUAL DE MANEJO
SHARP CORPORATION
MODEL
MODÈLE
MODELO
CD-CH1500W
AUDIO TOWER SYSTEM
SYSTÈME HI-FI
AUDIO TOWER SYSTEM
CD-CH1500W Audio Tower System consisting of CD-CH1500W (main unit) and
CP-RW5500W (speaker system).
Système hi-fi CD-CH1500W composé de CD-CH1500W (appareil principal) et de
CP-RW5500W (enceintes acoustiques).
Audio tower system CD-CH1500W que consta de CD-CH1500W (aparato principal) y
CP-RW5500W (sistema de altavoces).
Please refer to pages E-1 to E-33.
Se reporter aux pages F-1 à F-33.
Consulte las páginas S-1 al S-33.
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
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Important Instruction
-Introduction/Contents-
Introduction
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.
Contents
Page
!Important Instruction
Special Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
!General Information
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 8
!Preparation for Use
System Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 12
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
!Basic Operation
General Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Sound Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
!CD Playback
Listening to a CD (CDs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 - 18
!Advanced CD Playback
To Specify a Disc to Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Switching the Time Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Repeat or Random Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Programmed Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Page
!Radio
Listening to the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Listening to the Memorised Station. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
!Tape Playback
Listening to a Cassette Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
!Recording
Recording to a Cassette Tape from a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Recording to a Cassette Tape from the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
!Advanced Features
Timer and Sleep Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 - 28
Enhancing Your Stereo System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 - 30
!References
Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 - 32
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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Important Instruction
-Special Notes-
Special Notes
"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 posi-
tion, the unit may be brought into operation by the timer mode or remote control.
Warning:
This unit contains no user serviceable parts. Never remove covers unless qualified to
do so. This unit contains dangerous voltages, always remove mains plug from the
socket before any service operation and when not in use for a long period.
Warning:
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing.
No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Note for users in Australia:
"Copyright may exist in material you wish to record. Copying or broadcasting such
material without permission of the relevant licensees or owners of the copyright is
prohibited by law. SHARP is not in a position to authorise the copying or broad-
casting of copyright materials and nothing in this OPERATION MANUAL should be
implied as giving that authority.
For other countries:
"Audio-visual material may consist of copyrighted works which must not be
recorded without the authority of the owner of the copyright. Please refer to the rel-
evant laws in your country.
CAUTION Laser Diode Properties
Material: GaAIAs
Wavelength: 780 nm
Emission Duration: continuous
Laser Output: max. 0.6 mW
"This Audio Tower System is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.
"The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the rear cover.
"Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to the eyes, do not
attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
CAUTION-INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO
BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
VARNING-OSYNLIG LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNAD. STIRRA
EJ IN I STRALEN OCH BETRAKTA EJ STRALEN MED OPTISKA INSTRUMENT.
ADVERSEL-USYNLIG LASERSTRALING VED ABNING. SE IKKE IND I
STRALEN-HELLER IKKE MED OPTISKE INSTRUMENTER.
VARO! AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NAKYMATON LASERSATEILYLLE.
ALA TUIJOTA SATEESEEN ALAKA KATSO SITA OPTISEN LAITTEEN LAPI.
VARNING-OSYNLIG LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNAD.
STIRRA EJ IN I STRALEN OCH BETRAKTA EJ STRALEN GENOM OPTISKT
INSTRUMENT.
ADVERSEL-USYNLIG LASERSTRALING NAR DEKSEL APNES. STIRR IKKE
INN I STRALEN ELLER SE DIREKTE MED OPTISKE INSTRUMENTER.
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General Information
-Precautions-
Precautions
!General
"Please ensure that the equipment is positioned in a well-ventilated area and
ensure that there is at least 20 cm (8") 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.
"In case of an electrical storm, unplug the unit for safety.
"Hold the AC power plug by the head when removing it from the wall socket, as
pulling the lead can damage internal wires.
"No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the appa-
ratus.
"Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.
"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 accident 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 efficiency, location,
and various other factors. It is advisable to avoid exposure to high volume levels,
which occurs whilst turning the unit on with the volume control setting up high, or
whilst continually listening at high volumes.
20 cm (8") 20 cm (8") 20 cm (8") 20 cm (8")
"Use the unit ona firm, level surface free from
vibration.
"Keep the unit away from direct sunlight,
strong magnetic fields, excessive dust, hu-
midity and electronic/electrical equipment
(home computers, facsimiles, etc.) which
generates electrical noise.
"Do not remove the outer cover, as thismay
result in electric shock. Refer internal ser-
vice to your local SHARP service facility.
"The ventilation should not be impeded by cov-
ering the ventilation openings with items, such
as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
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General Information
-Precautions/Accessories-
!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 collection 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.
!Cassette tape
"For playback, use normal or low-noise tapes for the best sound. (Metal or
CrO tapes are not recommended.) For recording, use only normal tapes.
"Do not use C-120 tapes or poor-quality tapes, as they may cause malfunctions.
"Before loading a tape into the cassette compartment, tighten the slack with a pen
or a pencil.
Cassettes have removable tabs which prevent accidental recording or erasing.
Removing the tab will protect the corresponding side. Cover the tab holes with adhe-
sive tape to erase or record again.
Accessories
Please confirm that the following accessories are included.
Note:
Only the above accessories are included.
NO YES
correct
Side A (1)
Tab for side A (1)Tab for side B (2)
Remote control 1
"AA" size battery (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar) 2
AM loop aerial 1
:Blue
:Black
Speaker wire for MAIN terminals 2
:Red
:Black
Speaker wire for SUBWOOFER terminals 2
A
B
A
B
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General Information
-Controls and Indicators-
Controls and Indicators
!Front panel Reference page
1.Cassette Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
2.Volume Up/Demo Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14, 15
3.Volume Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
4.Timer Set Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
5.On/Stand-by Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
6.CD Direct Play Buttons (with Indicator)/CD Eject Buttons . . .17, 19
7.Disc Trays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
8.Headphone Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
9.Control Panel Open/Close Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
10.CD Play Mode Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
11.Equalizer Mode Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
12.Extra Bass Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
13.Display Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 26
14.Menu Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 26, 28
15.Jog Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 18, 20, 22, 26, 28
16.Enter Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 22, 26, 28
17.CD Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17, 24, 27
18.Tape Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 25, 27
19.Tuner (Band) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21, 27
20.Auxiliary Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
21.Tape Reverse Mode Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 24
22.Clear Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20, 22
23.Memory Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
24.CD Fast Reverse, Tape Fast Wind or Tuning Down Button
(with Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 21, 23, 29
25.Tape Reverse Play Button (with Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 24
26.CD Fast Forward, Tape Fast Wind or Tuning Up Button
(with Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 21, 23, 29
27.Tape Record Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 29
28.Stop Button (with Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 19, 24
29.CD Play or Pause, Tape Forward Play Button
(with Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 23, 24, 25
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
22
23
24
25 14 15 16
17 19 21
18 20
9
10
11
12
13
26
27
28
29
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General Information
-Controls and Indicators-
!Multi-function LCD display
1.Function Indicator
2.Extra Bass Indicator
3.Random Play Indicator
4.Memory Indicator
5.Total Indicator
6.Remain Indicator
7.Timer Play Indicator
8.Sleep Indicator
9.Timer Recording Indicator
10.All Disc Play Indicator
11.Cassette Indicator
12.Level Meter
13.FM Stereo Mode Indicator
14.CD Indicators
15.CD Repeat Indicator
16.CD Pause Indicator
17.CD Play Indicator
18.FM Stereo Indicator
19.Tape Reverse Mode Indicator
!Rear panel Reference page
1.FM/AM Loop Aerial Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.Span Selector Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.Auxiliary Input Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4.CD Digital Output Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
5.Speaker Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6.AC Voltage Selector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
7.AC Power Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
8.Transport screw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 32
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
5
6
78 9 10 11 12
19
14
15
16
17
18
13
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General Information
-Controls and Indicators-
Controls and Indicators (continued)
!Remote control Reference page
1.Remote Control Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
2.Tuner (Band) Button
3.CD Button
4.Auxiliary Button
5.CD Direct Play Buttons
6.Memory Button
7.Clear Button
8.CD Track Down or Fast Reverse, Tape Fast Wind, Tuner Preset Down
Button
9.Enter Button
10.Stop Button
11.Menu Button
12.Control Panel Open/Close Button
13.Tape Button
14.On/Stand-by Button
15.Time Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
16.FM Stereo Mode Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
17.Display Button
18.Dimmer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
19.CD Play Mode Select Button
20.CD Track Up or Fast Forward, Tape Fast Wind, Tuner Preset Up Button
21.CD Play or Pause, Tape Play Button
22.Tape Record Pause Button
23.Tape Reverse Mode Select Button
24.Equalizer Mode Select Button
25.Extra Bass Button
26.Volume Up or Down Buttons
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
25
26
24
Buttons with " " mark in the illustration can be operated on the remote control only.
Other buttons can be operated both on the main unit and the remote control.
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General Information
-Controls and Indicators-
!Speaker system
1.Woofer
2.Tweeter
3.Subwoofer
4.Subwoofer Terminals
5.Main Speaker Terminals
6.Bass Reflex Duct
Speaker grilles are removable:
Placing the speaker system:
Bi-amp system:
Each speaker unit has a built-in subwoofer (low frequency range) which is driven sep-
arately from the woofer and tweeter (mid-to-high frequency range). Two independent
amplifiers which have individual frequency characteristics are used. By amplifying
separately the two frequency bands, clearer sound is achieved.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Make sure nothing comes into contact with
the speaker diaphragms when you remove
the speaker grilles.
Left speaker Right speaker
There is no distinction between the right
and the left speakers.
Mid-to-high range
Woofer Power amplifier Pre-amplifier (200 Hz - 20 kHz)
Tweeter Subwoofer Ultra-low range L-ch
(60 Hz - 200 Hz)
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Preparation for Use
-System Connections-
System Connections
Right
speaker Left
speaker
FM aerial AM loop aerial
Transport screw
Not supplied VCR, DVD, etc.
MiniDisc
Recorder
Not supplied
To an AC socket
(See page 11)
Enhancing Your Stereo System (See pages 29 - 30.)
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Preparation for Use
-System Connections-
!Removing the transport screw
Before turning the power on, be sure to remove the transport screw on the
back of the unit using a flat-blade screwdriver or a coin.
This screw is required when transporting the unit again. Please keep it (see page 32).
!Aerial connection
FM/AM loop aerial:
Connect the FM/AM loop aerial to the ANTENNA socket.
Position the FM aerial wire and rotate the AM loop aerial for optimum 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 stereo system for better reception.
"If the AM loop aerial and the FM aerial wire are placed near the AC power lead,
interference may result.
"Do not connect the attached FM aerial to an external FM aerial. Otherwise, trouble
may occur.
!Speaker connection
Main terminals:
Connect the blue wire to the (+) and the black one to the (-).
Subwoofer terminals:
Connect the red wire to the (+) and the black one to the (-).
Caution:
"Connect the speaker wires to the speakers first, then to the unit.
"Never mistake the MAIN and the SUBWOOFER terminals. The stereo system or
the speakers may be damaged.
"Only the included speakers should be used with this product. Do not use other
speakers with this unit or use the supplied speakers with other units.
"Do not mistake the right channel for the left channel when connecting the speak-
ers to the unit. The right speaker is the one on the right side when you are facing
the front of the unit.
"Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other.
"Do not stand or sit on the speakers. You may be injured.
Installing the AM loop aerial:
Assembling Attaching to the wall
Wall Screws
Incorrect Incorrect
123
Right speaker Left speaker
Blue Black Red
Demonstration mode (See page 14.)
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Preparation for Use
-System Connections-
System Connections (continued)
!Setting the AC voltage selector
Check the setting of the AC voltage selector located on the rear panel before plug-
ging the unit into an AC socket. If necessary, adjust the selector to correspond to the
AC power voltage used in your area.
Turn the selector with a screwdriver until the appropriate voltage number
appears in the window (110 V, 127 V, 220 V or 230 V - 240 V AC).
!Connecting the AC power lead
After making all connections, plug the unit. If you plug the unit first, the unit
will enter the demonstration mode (see page 14).
Notes:
"Plug the AC power lead into an AC socket, after any connections.
"Unplug the AC power lead from the AC socket if the unit will not be in use for a pro-
longed period of time.
AC Plug Adaptor
In areas (or countries) where an AC socket as shown in illustration is used, con-
nect the unit using the AC plug adaptor supplied with the unit, as illustrated. The AC
plug adaptor is not included in areas where the AC wall socket and AC power plug
can be directly connected (see illustration ).
Note for users in Australia and New Zealand:
An AC plug adaptor is not supplied if the lead has an Australian Standard plug.
1
2
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Preparation for Use
-System Connections-
!Setting the FM/AM span selector
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has established that member coun-
tries should maintain either a 100 kHz or a 50 kHz interval between broadcasting fre-
quencies of FM stations and 10 kHz or 9 kHz for AM station. The illustration shows
the 50/9 kHz zones (regions 1 and 3), and the 100/10 kHz zone (region 2).
Before using the unit, set the SPAN SELECTOR switch (on the rear panel) to the
interval (span) of your area.
To change the tuning zone:
1Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the stand-by mode.
2Set the SPAN SELECTOR switch (on the rear panel) as follows.
"For 50 kHz FM interval (9 kHz in AM) 50/9
"For 100 kHz FM interval (10 kHz in AM) 100/10
3Whilst pressing down the VOLUME button, press the ON/STAND-
BY button until "ALL CLEAR" appears.
Caution:
This operation will erase all data stored in memory including clock and timer settings,
and tuner and CD presets.
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Preparation for Use
-Remote Control-
Remote Control
!Battery installation
1Remove the battery cover.
2Insert the supplied batteries according to the direction indicated in
the battery compartment.
"When inserting or removing the batteries, push them towards the battery termi-
nal.
3Replace the cover.
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 will not be used for long periods of time. This will
prevent potential damage due to battery leakage.
Caution:
"Do not use rechargeable batteries (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.).
"Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit to malfunction.
Notes concerning use:
"Replace the batteries if the operating distance is reduced or if the operation
becomes erratic. Purchase 2 "AA" size batteries (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar).
"Periodically clean the transmitter on the remote control and the sensor on the ste-
reo system with a soft cloth.
"Exposing the sensor on the stereo system to strong light may interfere with opera-
tion. Change the lighting or the direction of the stereo system.
"Keep the remote control away from moisture, heat, shock, and vibrations.
!Test of the remote control
Face the remote control directly to 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 the
music.
Remote sensor
0.2 m - 6 m (8" - 20')
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Basic Operation
-General Control-
General Control
!Demonstration mode
The first time the unit is plugged, the unit will enter the demonstration mode. You will
see words scroll.
To cancel the demonstration mode:
When the unit is in the power stand-by mode (demonstration mode), press the DEMO
button. The unit will enter the low power consumption mode.
To return to the demonstration mode:
When the unit is in the power stand-by mode, press the DEMO button again.
!Opening and closing the control panel
The control panel is motorised.
The control panel automatically opens when the power is turned on, and closes when
the unit is set to the power stand-by mode.
When the power is turned on, you can open or close the control panel by pressing the
control panel open/close button.
Caution:
"Do not push the control panel whilst it is opening or closing.
"Do not press buttons on the control panel strongly. The hinge of the panel may be
broken.
"Be careful not to jam your fingers in the control panel.
!Display brightness (2 levels)
You can switch the display brightness by pressing the DIMMER button.
Dimmer off Dimmer on
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Basic Operation
-Sound Control-
Sound Control
!Volume control
Press the VOLUME button to increase the volume and the VOLUME button for
decreasing.
!Bass control
When the X-BASS button is pressed, 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 button.
!Equalizer
When the EQUALIZER button is pressed, the current mode setting will be displayed.
To change to a different mode, press the EQUALIZER button repeatedly until the
desired sound mode appears.
Bass is emphasised. Cancelled.
The sound is not modified. Bass and treble are empha-
sised.
Treble is reduced. Vocals (midrange tones) are
emphasised.
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Basic Operation
-Setting the Clock-
Setting the Clock
In this example, the clock is set for the 24-hour (0:00) display.
1Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2Press the MENU button.
3Turn the jog dial to select "CLOCK" and within 10 seconds, press
the ENTER button.
4Turn the jog dial to select the 24-hour or 12-hour display and within
2 minutes, press the ENTER button.
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 32 for details.]
5Turn the jog dial to adjust the hour and within 2 minutes, press the
ENTER button.
"When the 12-hour display is selected, "AM" will change automatically to "PM".
6Turn the jog dial to adjust the minutes and within 2 minutes, press
the ENTER button.
"The hour will not advance even if minutes advance from "59" to "00".
"The clock starts from "0" second. (Seconds are not displayed.) The time display
will disappear after a few seconds.
To confirm the time display:
Note:
"CLOCK" will appear or time will flash at the push of the DISPLAY button when the
AC power supply is restored after a power failure or unplugging the unit. Reset the
clock as follows.
To reset the clock:
To change the 24-hour or 12-hour display:
"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)
"AM 0:00" The 12-hour display will appear.
(AM 0:00 - PM 11:59)
[When the unit is in the stand-by mode]
Press the DISPLAY button on the remote control. The
time display will appear for about 3 seconds.
[When the power is on]
Press the MENU button. The time display will appear
for about 10 seconds.
[When time is flashing]
1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button.
2 Press the MENU button.
3 Press the ENTER button.
4 Perform "Setting the Clock" from step 5.
[When "CLOCK" appears]
Perform "Setting the Clock" from the beginning.
1 Clear all the programmed contents. [Refer to "Clearing all the memory (reset)" on
page 32 for details.]
2 Perform "Setting the Clock" from the beginning.
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CD Playback
-Listening to a CD (CDs)-
Listening to a CD (CDs)
This system can play audio CD-R and CD-RW discs just as CD discs, but cannot per-
form recording.
!To play discs in turn (from Disc 1 to Disc 6)
1Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2Press the CD button.
3Press the DISC 1 button to open the disc tray 1.
4Place a CD on the disc tray 1, label side up.
"Be sure to place 8 cm (3") CD in the middle of the disc trays.
5Press the DISC 1 button to close the disc tray 1.
6You can place discs on the trays 2 - 6 by following steps 3 - 5.
Note:
The system will search CD trays until it finds a CD and will not search the rest of
trays.
7Press the button to start playback.
"Playback will begin from track 1 on the DISC 1. After that disc finishes playing, the
next disc will automatically start playback.
"When there is no CD in one of the disc tray 1 - 6 positions, that position will be
skipped and the next CD will be played.
"When the last track on the DISC 6 has finished playing, the CD player will stop
automatically.
12 cm (5") 8 cm (3")
Means "disc inside"
Total number of tracks Total playing time
Sound Control (See page 15.)
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CD Playback
-Listening to a CD (CDs)-
To interrupt playback:
Press the button.
To resume playback from the same point, press the button again.
To stop playback:
Press the button.
To exchange other CDs whilst playing a disc:
Press the button for the stopped disc and exchange discs.
To remove the CDs:
Whilst in the stop mode, press the desired button.
After use:
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode.
Caution:
"Do not place two CDs in one disc tray.
"Do not push the disc tray whilst it is moving.
"If the power fails whilst the tray is open, wait until the power is restored.
"If the disc tray is stopped forcibly, "E-CD20" will appear in the display and 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 be skipped.
!To locate the beginning of a track
To move to the beginning of the next track:
Turn the jog dial slowly clockwise by one position during playback.
"You can skip to any track by turning the jog dial until the desired track number
appears.
To restart the track being played:
Turn the jog dial slowly anti-clockwise by one position during playback.
"You can skip to any track by turning the jog dial until the desired track number
appears.
Notes:
"You can locate the beginning of a track on a single disc only.
"The or button on the remote control allows you to locate the beginning of a
track.
!To locate the desired portion
For audible fast forward:
Press and hold down the button during playback.
For audible fast reverse:
Press and hold down the button during playback.
Notes:
"Normal playback will resume when the or button is released.
"When the end of the last track is reached during fast forward, "DISC 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 disc will start playback automatically.
"You can locate the desired portion on a single disc only.
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Advanced CD Playback
-To Specify a Disc to Play / Switching the Time Display / Repeat or Random Play-
To Specify a Disc to Play
You can play a disc by specifying the disc number.
Press one of the DISC 1 - DISC 6 buttons to play the desired disc.
"Only the chosen disc will be played and stopped automatically.
Note:
When one of the DISC 1 - DISC 6 buttons is green, it is ready to play that disc. If
there is not a disc on the tray, playback will not begin and the button will turn dark.
To stop playback:
Press the button.
Switching the Time Display
Each time the TIME button on the remote control is pressed during playback or
when in the pause mode, the display will change.
Notes:
"During random play, the total remaining playing time will not be displayed.
"Depending on the CD, the playing time display may not match the total playing
time which is indicated on the CD jacket, as the time between tracks is not
included.
Repeat or Random Play
You can select one of the CD playback modes; "Repeat play", "Random play" and
"Normal play".
1Press the PLAY MODE button repeatedly to select the playback
mode.
2Press the or one of the DISC 1 - DISC 6 buttons to start playback.
"If playback is started by pressing the button, repeat or random play will be per-
formed on all discs.
"If playback is started by pressing one of the DISC 1 - DISC 6 buttons, repeat or
random play will be performed on that disc.
To repeat a programmed sequence:
Perform steps 1 - 6 in the "Programmed Play" section, select the repeat playback and
then press the button.
Notes:
"After performing repeat or random play, be sure to press the button. Otherwise,
the disc(s) will play continuously.
"In random play, the CD player will select and play tracks automatically. (You cannot
select the order of the tracks.)
To cancel repeat or random play:
Press the PLAY MODE button repeatedly to select the normal play mode.
Selected disc number
The elapsed playing time for
the current track will be dis-
played.
The remaining playing time
for the current track will be
displayed.
The total remaining playing
time for the disc will be dis-
played.
Repeat playback mode Random playback mode
Normal playback mode
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