Sharp GBOXS0072AWM1 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 SHARPproduct.
CD-DP2400H Mini Component System consisting of CD-DP2400H
(main unit), CP-DP2400H (front speakers), GBOXS0072AWM1 (cen-
tre speaker) and GBOXS0073AWM1 (surround speakers).
MINI COMPONENT SYSTEM
MODEL
CD-DP2400H
OPERATION MANUAL
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your Sharp product, please visit our web-site
www.sharp.co.uk/support.
Customerswithout Internetaccess maytelephone
08705274277 duringoffice hours(or [phone]
if telephoning from Ireland).
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CD-DP2400H
Important Instruction
- Special notes -
Special notes
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 posi-
tion, the unit may be brought into operation by the timer mode or remote control.
!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.
!To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splash-
ing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
CAUTION
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 Performs
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.
NOTES FOR USERS IN THE U.K. AND IRELAND
The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorpo-
rating a 3A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved 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 elsewhere into a 13A
socket outlet as a serious electric shock may occur.
To fit an appropriate plug to the mains lead, follow the instructions 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 terminals 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 ELECTRICIAN.
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/support.
Customers without internet access may telephone [phone] during office hours
(or [phone] if telephoning from Ireland).
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.
!This product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.
!Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those spec-
ified 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.
Laser Diode Properties
Material: GaAIAs
Wavelength: 780 nm
Emission Duration: continuous
Laser Output: max. 0.6 mW
CAUTION-INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH
OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
WARNUNG-UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN GERÄT
GEÖFFNET. NICHT IN DIE STRAHLUNG SCHAUEN ODER
DIREKT MIT OPTISCHEN HILFSMITTELN BETRACHTEN.
ATTENTION-RAYON LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.
NE PAS REGARDER LE FAISCEAU DIRECTEMENT OU AVEC DES
INSTRUMENTS OPTIQUES.
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CD-DP2400H
General Information
- Contents / Accessories -
Contents
Page
"General Information
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 8
"Preparation for Use
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
System connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 12
"Basic Operation
General control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
"CD Playback
Listening to a CD (CDs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 17
Repeat or random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Programmed play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
"Radio
Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Listening to the memorised station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .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, 25
Enhancing your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Enjoy the surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27, 28
"References
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 30
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
TERMS OF GUARANTEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover
Accessories
Please confirm that the following accessories are included.
Note:
Only the above accessories are included.
Remote control 1 AM loop aerial 1
FM aerial 1
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General Information
- Precautions -
Precautions
"General
!Please make sure that the unit is positioned in a well-ventilated area and that there
is at least 10 cm (4") of free space along the sides and back. There must also be a
minimum of 20 cm (8") of free space on the top of the unit.
!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 equipment (home computers, facsimiles, etc.)
which generates electrical noise.
!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.
!Do not remove the outer cover, as this may result in electric shock. Refer
internal 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.
!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.
!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 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.
"Condensation
"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.
10 cm (4") 10 cm (4") 20 cm (8")
10 cm (4") Sudden temperature changes, storage or op-
eration in an extremely humid environment
may cause condensation inside the cabinet
(CD pickup, tape heads, etc.) or on the trans-
mitter on the remote control.
Condensation can cause the unit to malfunc-
tion. If this happens, leave the power on with
no disc (or cassette) in the unit until normal
playback is possible (about 1 hour). Wipe off
any condensation on the transmitter with a soft
cloth before operating the unit.
NO YES
Correct
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General Information
- Controls and indicators -
Controls and indicators
"Front panel Reference page
1.Disc Number Select Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.Disc Skip Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.On/Stand-by Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.Clock Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 24
5.Timer/Sleep Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 25
6.Dimmer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
7.Disc Tray Open/Close Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
8.Disc Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
9.Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
10.Tape 2 Cassette Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21,23
11.Tape 1 Cassette Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21,23
12.Normal Button (with Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
13.Bypass Button (with Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
14.Extra Bass/Demo Mode Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
15.Phantom Button (with Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
16.Equaliser Mode Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
17.Headphone Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
18.Tuning and Time Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 19
19.CD Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 22
20.Tape (1 2) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 23
21.Tuning and Time Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 19
22.Tuner (Band) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
23.Video/Auxiliary Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
24.CD Track Down or Fast Reverse, Tape 2 Rewind,
Tuner Preset Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 20, 21
25.Memory/Set Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 18, 20
26.CD or Tape Stop Button (with Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 21
27.Timer Set Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
28.CD Play or Repeat, Tape Play Button (with Indicator) . . . . 16, 17, 21
29.Tape 2 Record Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23
30.CD Track Up or Fast Forward, Tape 2 Fast Forward,
Tuner Preset Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 20, 21
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10
11
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3
4
5
6
18 21
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20
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
12 15
16
17
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- Controls and indicators -
Controls and indicators (continued)
!Display
1.Extra Bass Indicator
2.Disc Number Indicators
3.Spectrum Analyser/Volume Level Indicator
4.Tape 2 Record Indicator
5.Memory Indicator
6.CD Pause Indicator
7.Tape Play Indicator
8.CD Play Indicator
9.CD Repeat Play Indicator
10.Music Schedule Indicator
11.Sleep Indicator
12.FM Stereo Mode Indicator
13.FM Stereo Receiving Indicator
14.Timer Recording Indicator
15.Timer Play Indicator
!Rear panel Reference page
1.FM 75 Ohms Aerial Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
2.AM Loop Aerial Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
3.Video/Auxiliary (Audio Signal) Input Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
4.AC Power Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 12
5.Front Speaker Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
6.Centre Speaker Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
7.Surround Speaker Terminals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11
2
1
3
4
15
65 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
4
33
12
567
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- Controls and indicators -
!Front speaker
1.Tweeter
2.Woofer
3.Bass Reflex Duct
4.Speaker Wire
!Centre speaker
1.Full-Range Speaker
2.Speaker Wire
!Surround speaker
1.Full-Range Speaker
2.Speaker Wire
Notes:
"The speaker grilles on the centre and surround speakers are not removable.
"When the surround speakers are not installed on the wall, the speaker badge will
be upside down. In this case, you can adjust the badge to face the proper direction
by turning it by hand.
3
4
1
2
3
1
2
1
2
Front speaker grilles are removable:
Make sure nothing comes into contact with the speaker
diaphragms when you remove the speaker grilles.
Badge
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- Controls and indicators -
Controls and indicators (continued)
!Remote control Reference page
1.Remote Control Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
2.Surround Level Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
3.Centre Level Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
4.Dolby Pro Logic Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
5.Balance Control Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
6.Test Tone Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
7.CD Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
8.CD Memory Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
9.CD Track Down or Fast Reverse Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
10.CD Clear Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
11.Tape 1 Play Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
12.Tape 1/Tape 2 Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
13.Equaliser Mode Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
14.Tape 2 Record Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 23
15.CD Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 22
16.On/Stand-by Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
17.Tuner (Band) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
18.Tuner Preset Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
19.CD Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
20.CD Play or Repeat Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 17
21.CD Track Up or Fast Forward Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
22.CD Random Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
23.Tape 2 Play Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
24.Disc Skip Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
25.Tape 2 Fast Forward Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
26.Tape 2 Rewind Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
27.Video/Auxiliary Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
28.Tape (1 2) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21, 23
29.Volume Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
30.Extra Bass Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
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25
26
27
28
29
30
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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- Remote control -
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 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.
"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 connections have been made correctly.
(See pages 10 - 12.)
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.
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 bat-
tery compartment.
When inserting or removing the batteries, push them towards the battery termi-
nals.
3 Replace the cover.
0.2 m - 6 m
(8" - 20')
Remote sensor
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Preparation for Use
- System connections -
System connections
AM loop aerial
Front speaker (Right)
Front speaker (Left)
Surround speaker (Right) Surround speaker (Left)
VCR, DVD, etc.
(not supplied, see page 26.)
FM aerial
Centre speaker
Wall socket
(AC 230 V, 50 Hz)
not supplied
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CD-DP2400H
Preparation for Use
- System connections -
!Aerial connection
Note:
Placing the aerial on the unit or near the AC power lead may cause noise pickup.
Place the aerial away from the unit for better reception.
Installing the AM loop aerial:
External FM aerial:
Use an external FM aerial if you require better reception. Consult your dealer.
!Speaker connection
Front speakers
Connect the black wire to the FRONT (-) terminal, and the red wire to the FRONT (+)
terminal.
Centre speaker
Connect the black wire to the CENTER (-) terminal, and the orange wire to the
CENTER (+) terminal.
Surround speakers
Connect the black wire to the SURROUND (-) terminal, and the grey wire to the SUR-
ROUND (+) terminal.
Caution:
Supplied FM aerial:
Connect the FM aerial wire to the FM 75
OHMS socket and position the FM aerial
wire in the direction where the strongest
signal can be received.
Supplied AM loop aerial:
Connect the AM loop aerial wire to the AM
LOOP socket. Position the AM loop aerial
for optimum reception. Place the AM loop
aerial on ashelf, etc., orattach it toa stand
or a wall with screws (not supplied).
< Assembling > < Attaching to the wall >
Wall Screws (not supplied)
External FM aerial
"If you use other speakers with impedance lower than that
specified, the unit may be damaged. Front speakers: 6
ohms Centre speaker: 6 ohms Surround speakers: 12
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
Black
Red
Front speaker (Right)
Surround speaker (Right) Surround speaker (Left)
Centre speaker
Front speaker (Left)
Grey
Orange
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CD-DP2400H
Preparation for Use
- System connections -
System connections (continued)
!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:
If possible, 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.
!
To mount the surround speakers on the wall
The design of the surround speakers allows them to be hung on the wall. Be sure to
use the type and size of screw that is shown to the below.
!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.
Note:
Unplug the AC power lead from the wall socket if the unit will not be in use for a pro-
longed period of time.
Notes:
"The front speakers and the centre speaker are magnetically shielded.
Therefore, they do not affect the display even you use them near the TV. However,
some colour variation may occur, depending on the type of TV used.
If colour variation occurs...
Turn off the TV (from the power switch).
After 15 - 30 minutes, turn the TV on again.
If the colour variation is still present...
Move the front speakers further away from the TV.
"If any kind of magnet or an electromagnet is placed too close to the TV and the sys-
tem, irregular colours may appear on the TV screen.
Main unit
Front speaker
(Left) Front speaker
(Right)
Surround speaker
(Left) Surround speaker
(Right)
TV
Centre speaker
Wall
Example: when installed on the wall Example: when installed vertically
60 - 90 cm
(23" - 35")
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 sur-
round 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
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CD-DP2400H
Basic Operation
- General control -
General control
!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.
To set the unit to stand-by mode:
Press the ON/STAND-BY button again.
!To change the display brightness (2 levels)
You can switch the display brightness by pressing the DIMMER button.
!Volume control
Main unit operation:
When the VOLUME control is turned clockwise, the volume will increase. When it is
turned anti-clockwise, the volume will decrease.
Remote control operation:
Press the VOLUME button to increase the volume and the VOLUME button for
decreasing.
!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 EQ (EQUALIZER MODE) button is pressed, the current mode setting will
be displayed. To change to a different mode, press the EQ (EQUALIZER MODE) but-
ton repeatedly until the desired sound mode appears.
The first time the unit is plugged in, the unit will
enter the demonstration mode. You will see
words scroll.
Dimmed Brightened
X-BASS indicator
The sound is not modified.
Bass and treble are emphasised.
Bass and treble are slightly emphasised.
Treble is cut a little.
Treble is reduced a lot.
Vocals (midrange tones) are emphasised.
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CD-DP2400H
Basic Operation
- Setting the clock -
Setting the clock
In this example, the clock is set for the 24-hour (0:00) 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 the beginning. If the time display is flashing, step 3
(for selecting the 24-hour or 12-hour display) will be skipped.
To change the 24-hour or 12-hour display:
1Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2Press the CLOCK button and within 5 seconds, press the MEMO-
RY/SET button.
3Press 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)
"AM 0:00" The 12-hour display will appear.
(AM 0:00 - 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 30 for details.]
4Press the TUNING/TIME ( or ) buttonto 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 automatically to "PM".
5Press 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 change the time in 5-minute intervals.
"The hour will not advance even if minutes advance from "59" to "00".
"The clock begins counting from "0" seconds. (Seconds are not displayed.)
The time display will disappear after a few seconds.
To confirm the time display:
Press the CLOCK button.
The time display will appear for about 5 seconds.
1 Clear all the programmed contents. [Refer to "Clearing all the memory (reset)" on
page 30 for details.]
2 Perform "Setting the clock" from the beginning.
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CD-DP2400H
CD Playback
- Listening to a CD (CDs) -
Listening to a CD (CDs)
Continued to the next page
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") CD(s) in the middle of the disc positions.
5Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc tray.
Music schedule
Total number of tracks on the
CD whose number is flashing Total playing time of the CD whose number is flashing
The music schedule will display only the number of tracks on the disc.
If the CD contains more than 15 tracks, " " will appear.
6To select the CD you want to listen to first, press one of the DISC-
1 - DISC-3 buttons.
12 cm (5") 8 cm (3")
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CD-DP2400H
CD Playback
- Listening to a CD (CDs) -
Listening to a CD (CDs) (continued)
To interrupt playback:
Press the CD button on the remote control.
To resume playback from the same point, press the button.
To stop playback:
Press the (CD ) 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.
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.
!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 forcibly, "ERR 0203" 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
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
Notes:
!Normal playback will resume when the or button is released.
!You can locate the desired portion on a single 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.
!The / or / button on the remote control allows you to locate the
desired portion.
7Press the / ( ) button to start playback.
!Playback will begin from track 1 on the disc you have selected 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
stop automatically.
!When there is no CD in one of the disc 1 - 3 positions, that position will be
skipped and the next CD will be played.
To move to the beginning of the next track:
Press the button for less than 0.5 seconds during playback.
!You can skip to any track by pressing the
button repeatedly until the desired track
number appears.
To restart the track being played:
Press the button for less than 0.5 seconds during playback.
!You can skip to any track by pressing the
button repeatedly until the desired track
number appears.
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-DP2400H
CD Playback
- Listening to a CD (CDs) / Repeat or random play -
"Starting Playback with a Desired Track
You can play a disc starting with the desired track.
To stop playback:
Press the (CD ) button.
Notes:
!When the DISC SKIP button is pressed during playback, the next disc will begin
automatically.
!When one of the DISC-1 - DISC-3 buttons is pressed during playback, the
selected disc will begin automatically.
Repeat or random play
"Repeat play
All tracks on up to 3 discs, or a programmed sequence can be continuously repeated.
To repeat a desired track:
Perform steps 1 - 4 in the "Programmed play" section and then press the / ( )
button twice.
To cancel repeat play:
Press the / ( ) button again.
" " will go out.
"Random play
The tracks on the disc(s) can be played in random order automatically.
To cancel random play:
Press the button.
Notes:
!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 previous track. The beginning of the track being
played will be located.
!In random play, the CD player will select and play tracks automatically. (You cannot
select the order of the tracks.)
Caution:
After performing repeat or random play, be sure to press the (CD ) button. Other-
wise, the disc(s) will play continuously.
1Whilst in the stop mode, press one of the DISC-1 - DISC-3 but-
tons or DISC SKIP button to select the desired disc.
Selected disc number
2Press the or button to select the desired track.
Selected track number
You can also select a track by pressing the / or / button on the
remote control.
3Press the / ( ) button to start playback.
Playback of the selected track is started. When the end of last track of the
disc selected is reached, the next disc will be automatically started.
To repeat all tracks on up to 3 discs:
Press the / ( ) button twice.
Press the RANDOM button on the remote control to begin random
play.
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CD-DP2400H
CD Playback
- Programmed play -
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" indicator will be dis-
played. 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 programmed selections will not be cleared.
!During programme operation, random play is not possible.
1Whilst in the stop mode, press
one of the DISC-1 - DISC-3 but-
tons to select the desired disc.
Selected disc number
2Press the or button to se-
lect the desired track.
Selected track number
You can also select a track by pressing the / or / button on the
remote control.
3Press the MEMORY/SET (MEM-
ORY) 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 pro-
grammed.
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:
Press the CLEAR button on the remote control
whilst the "MEMORY" indicator is lit.
Each time the button is pressed, one track will
be cleared, beginning with the last track pro-
grammed. When all the tracks are cleared,
"MEMORY" will disappear.
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CD-DP2400H
Radio
- Listening to the radio -
Listening to the radio
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 monaural, and the sound becomes
clearer.
After use:
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode.
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 desired
station.
Manual tuning:
Press the TUNING/TIME button as many times as required to tune in to the de-
sired station.
Auto tuning:
When the TUNING/TIME button is pressed for more than 0.5 seconds, scanning
will start automatically andthe tuner will stopat the first receivable broadcast sta-
tion.
Notes:
!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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CD-DP2400H
Radio
- Listening to the memorised station -
Listening to the memorised station
"Memorising a station
You can store 40 AM and FM stations in memory and recall them at the push of a but-
ton. (Preset tuning)
Note:
The backup function protects the memorised stations for a few hours should there be
a power failure or the AC power lead disconnection.
"To recall a memorised station
"To scan the preset stations
The stations saved in memory can be scanned automatically. (Preset memory scan)
"To erase entire preset memory
1Perform steps 1 - 3 in "Listening to the radio" 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 mem-
orised, repeat the operation from step 2.
5Repeat steps 1 - 4 to set other stations, or to change a preset sta-
tion.
When a new station is stored in memory, the station previously memorised will
be erased.
Press the PRESET ( or ) button for less than 0.5 seconds to select
the desired station.
Preset channel Frequency and frequency band
1Press the PRESET ( or ) button for more than 0.5 seconds.
The preset number will flash and the programmed stations will be tuned in se-
quentially, for 5 seconds each.
2Press the PRESET ( or ) button again when the desired station
is located.
1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode.
2 Whilst pressing down the TUNER (BAND) button and the X-BASS/DEMO button,
press the ON/STAND-BY button until "TUNER CL" appears.
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