Sharp QT-CD180H 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.
PORTABLE CD STEREO SYSTEM
MODEL
QT-CD180H
OPERATION MANUAL
Notes:
●The AC power lead is located in
the packing material.
●Only the accessory in the draw-
ing is included.
AC power lead x1
Quick Guide............................................................. Pages 10-11
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Customers without internet access may tele-
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676 0648 if telephoning from Ireland).
Contents Page
Special Notes ........................................................................2
Precautions ........................................................................... 3
Controls and Indicators .......................................................3
Operation with AC power..................................................... 4
Operation with batteries ...................................................... 4
Listening to a CD .............................................................5 - 6
Listening to the Radio..........................................................6
Listening to a Cassette Tape...............................................7
Recording to a Cassette Tape ........................................8 - 9
Headphones .......................................................................... 9
Maintenance .......................................................................... 9
Quick Guide..................................................................10 - 11
Specifications ..................................................... Back cover
TERMS OF GUARANTEE ................................... Back cover
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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 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 AQUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Inthe unlikely eventof yourequipment requiringrepair,pleasecontactthe dealeror supplierfrom whomit 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.
●The letters in brackets contained in the model num-
ber indicate the colour of the product only. Opera-
tion and specifications are unaffected.
●Recording and playback of any material may require
consent, which SHARP is unable to give. Please
refer particularly to the provisions of the Copyright
Act1956,the Dramaticand MusicalPerformers Pro-
tection Act 1958, the Performers Protection Acts
1963 and 1972 and to any subsequent statutory en-
actments and orders.
●This equipment complies with the requirements of
Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended
by 93/68/EEC.
●When the Function switch is set at Stand-by posi-
tion, mains voltage is still present inside the unit.
Warning:
This unit contains no user serviceable parts. Never re-
move covers unless qualified to do so. This unit con-
tains 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 appara-
tus.
Caution:
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of pro-
cedures 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.

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●Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than 60°C
(140°F) or to extreme low temperatures.
●Keep the unit away from direct sunlight, strong magnetic fields, excessive
dust, humidity and electronic/electrical equipment
(home computers, facsimiles, etc.) which gener-
ates electrical noise.
●Hold theAC power plug by the head when re-
moving it from the AC socket, as pulling the
lead can damage internal wires.
●When cleaning the heads, pinch roller, etc.,
remove theAC power lead from the AC socket
as the unit contains high voltages.
Do not remove the outer cover, as this may
result in electric shock. Refer internal service
to your local SHARP service facility.
●Use the unit on a firm, level surface free from vibration, and do not
place anything on the top of the unit.
●If the unit does not work properly, set the FUNCTION switch to STAND-
BY and then to ON again.
●In case of an electrical storm, unplug the unit for safety.
●Thisunitshouldonlybe used within therange
of 5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F).
●Theventilationshouldnot be impededbycov-
eringtheventilationopenings with items,such
as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
●No naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
●Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.
●The apparatus is designed for use in moderate climate.
Warnings:
●The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this unit. Us-
ing this product with a higher voltage other than which is specified is
dangerous and may result in a fire or other type of accident causing
damage.SHARPwillnot be held responsibleforanydamage resulting
from use of this unit with a voltage other than that which is specified.
●CD players use a laser pickup which can damage the eyes if viewed
directly. Do not look at the pickup, and do not touch the pickup directly.
Precautions Controls and Indicators
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MODEL NO. QT-CD180H
PORTABLE CD STEREO SYSTEM
230 - 240 V ç50 Hz 10 W
9 V å, (UM/SUM-1, R20 or HP-2) ×6
FREQUENCY RANGE
FM 87.5 - 108 MHz AM 526.5 - 1606.5 kHz
SERIAL NO.
SHARP CORPORATION
11. (TAPE) Record Button
12. (CD) Play/Pause Button
13. (CD) Track Up/Cue Button
14. Cassette Compartment
15. (CD) Stop Button
16. (CD) Track Down/Review
Button
17. (CD) Play Indicator
18. (CD) Pause Indicator
01. Extra Bass Button
02. Volume Control
03. Function Switch
04. CD Compartment
05. (TAPE) Pause Button
06. (TAPE) Stop/Eject Button
07. (TAPE) Fast Forward Button
08. (TAPE) Rewind Button
09. Tuning Control
10. (TAPE) Play Button
< The bottom of the unit >

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Operation with AC power
Connect the AC power lead to the AC power input socket, then
connect the AC power lead plug to an AC socket.
Notes:
●If the unit will not be used for a long period of time, remove the AC
power lead from the AC socket.
●Connection of the AC power lead to the unit disconnects the batter-
ies.
●Never use a power lead other than the one supplied. It may cause an
electric shock or fire.
To an AC socket
To AC INPUT
AC 230-240 V,
50 Hz
Operation with batteries
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1Disconnect the AC power lead, and remove the battery compart-
ment cover.
2Insert 6 “D” size batteries (UM/SUM-1, R20, HP-2 or similar) into
the battery compartment.
●Insert the batteries according to the direction indicated on the rear panel.
●When inserting or removing the batteries 3 and 6 , push them toward
the ëbattery terminals.
●Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit to malfunction.
3Replace the battery compartment cover.
Battery replacement:
Replace the batteries when they become weak and/or recording or playback is
impaired. This may occur even though radio broadcasts are audible.
Remove the battery compartment cover, and insert your finger in the hole on
the bottom of the unit to remove batteries.
Notes:
●Replace all old batteries with new ones at the same time.
●Do not mix old and new batteries.
●Remove the batteries if they are weak or if the unit will not be used for long
periods of time. This will prevent potential damage due to battery leakage.
●Batteries are not included.
Caution:
Do not use rechargeable batteries (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.).

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Listening to a CD
MIN MAX
5Press the PLAY/PAUSE 0 60 6
0 60 6
0 6 button to start playback from track 1.
6Turn the VOLUME control to increase or decrease the volume.
7Press the X-BASS button to emphasise the bass sound.
To interrupt playback:
Press the PLAY/PAUSE 0 6 button during playback.
Press the PLAY/PAUSE 0 6 button again to resume playback.
To stop playback:
Press the STOP ■button.
To listen to the track being played again:
During playback, press the REVIEW/DOWN 5 button.
To move to the beginning of the next track:
During playback, press the CUE/UP 4 button.
Notes:
●To skip a number of tracks at one time, press the REVIEW/DOWN
5or CUE/UP 4button repeatedly until the desired track number
is shown.
●To start playing a desired track, press the REVIEW/DOWN 5or
CUE/UP 4button whilst in the stop mode to select the track num-
ber, and then press the PLAY/PAUSE 06 button.
1Set the FUNCTION switch to CD.
2Open the CD compartment.
3Place a compact disc on the spindle, label side up.
8 cm (3") discs may be played without an adaptor.
4Close the CD compartment.
Precautions:
●When “Cd” or track number is displayed, the power is connected.
Ifyou willnot beusingtheCDplayer,set theFUNCTIONswitchtoSTAND-BY.
●Do not open the CD compartment whilst the disc is rotating.
●If the disc damaged, dirty, or loaded upside down, the total number of
tracks will not appear.
Clean, replace, or reload the disc properly.
●Keep foreign objects out of the CD compartment.
●Subjecting the unit to shock or vibration may cause mistracking.
●Keep the CD compartment closed except when loading discs.
●Playing certain compact discs at a high volume may cause mistracking.
In this case, listen at a lower volume.
●If TV or radio interference occurs during CD operation, move the unit
away from the TV or radio.

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To fast forward audibly (Cue):
During playback, hold down the CUE/UP 4 button.
To fast reverse audibly (Review):
During playback, hold down the REVIEW/DOWN 5 button.
Notes:
●When the end of the disc is reached whilst cueing, “En”will appear in
the display and CD operation is paused. Press the REVIEW/DOWN
5 button for fast reverse or press the STOP ■button to stop CD
operation.
●If the beginning of the disc is reached whilst reviewing, the mode will
automatically switch to normal playback at that point.
■ 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 col-
lection and player.
●Do not write on either side of the disc, particularly the non-label side.
Signals are read from the non-label side. Do not mark this surface.
●Keep your discs away from direct sunlight, heat, and excessive mois-
ture.
●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.
1Set the FUNCTION switch to FM or AM.
2Turn the TUNING control to tune in to the desired station.
During FM stereo reception, it automatically switches to monaural
when the signal is weak.
Aerial adjustment:
After use:
Set the FUNCTION switch to STAND-BY.
Listening to the Radio
FM AM
Listening to a CD (Continued)

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1Set the FUNCTION switch to TAPE.
2Open the cassette door by pushing the STOP/EJECT ■77
77
7button.
3Load a cassette into the cassette compartment with the side to
be played facing toward you.
4Press the PLAY 11
11
1button.
5To advance the tape, press the STOP/EJECT ■77
77
7button, then
press the F FWD 33
33
3button. To rewind, press the STOP/EJECT
■77
77
7button, then press the REWIND 2button.
Listening to a Cassette Tape
Tab for side B (2) Tab for side A (1)
Side A (1)
To interrupt playback:
Press the PAUSE 66
66
6button during playback.
Press the PAUSE 66
66
6button again to resume playback.
To stop playback:
Press the STOP/EJECT ■7button.
Precautions:
●Be sure not to press the PLAY 11
11
1and REWIND 2 buttons simulta-
neously, or the tape will become damaged.
●Before changing from one tape operation to another, press the STOP/
EJECT ■77
77
7button.
●Do not press the PAUSE 6button whilst the fast forward or rewind
operations are in progress. The F FWD 3or REWIND 2button
will not be released when the tape end is reached. Once this occurs,
press the STOP/EJECT ■7button.
■Cassette tape
●For playback, use normal or low-noise tape for the best sound. (Metal
or CrO2tape is not recommended.) For recording, use only normal
tape.
●Do not use C-120 tapes, or poor-quality tapes, as they may cause
malfunctions.
●Beforeloadingatapeinto the cassette compartment,tightentheslack
with a pen or pencil.
●Cassettes have removable tabs which prevent accidental recording
or erasing from taking place. Removing the tab will protect the corre-
sponding side from being erased. Cover the tab holes with adhesive
tape to erase or record again.

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Recording to a Cassette Tape
Before recording:
●When recording important selections, make a preliminary test to en-
sure that the desired material is properly recorded.
●SHARP is not liable for damage or loss of your recording arising from
malfunction of this unit.
●TheALC (Automatic Record Level Control) circuit automatically con-
trols the level of the input signal used for recording.
●The VOLUME and X-BASS controls may be adjusted with no effect
on the recorded signal. (Variable Sound Monitor)
●Metal and CrO2tapes cannot be used for recording.
■ Recording from a CD
1Set the FUNCTION switch to CD.
2Load the disc to be recorded.
3Load a blank cassette into the cassette compartment with the
side to be recorded on facing toward you.
4Press the RECORD ●button.
5Press the PLAY/PAUSE 0 60 6
0 60 6
0 6 button on the CD.
To stop recording:
Press the STOP/EJECT ■7button.
If the STOP ■or PLAY/PAUSE 0 6 button is pressed whilst recording,
or if the CD comes to its end, the tape deck will not stop.
To record a specific track:
Press the REVIEW/DOWN 5or CUE/UP 4 button until the desired
track number is displayed, then start recording.
■ Recording from the radio
1Set the FUNCTION switch to FM or AM.
2Tune in to the station to be recorded.
3Load a blank cassette into the cassette compartment with the
side to be recorded on facing toward you.
4Press the PAUSE 66
66
6button.
5Press the RECORD ●button.
6Press the PAUSE 66
66
6button again.
To stop recording:
Press the STOP/EJECT ■7button.

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■Cleaning the lens and tape-handling parts
●Do not touch the laser pickup lens. If fingerprints or dust accumulate
on the pickup, clean it gently with a dry cotton swab.
●Dirty heads, capstan or pinch roller can cause poor sound and tape
jams. Clean these parts with a cotton swab moistened with commer-
cial head/pinch roller cleaner or isopropyl alcohol.
●After long use, the deck’s heads and capstan may become magnet-
ised, causing poor sound. Demagnetise these parts once every 30
hours of playing/recording by using a commercial tape head
demagnetiser. Read the demagnetiser’s instructions carefully before
use.
■ Cleaning the cabinet
Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth and a diluted soap solution,
then wipe with a dry cloth.
Caution:
Do not use oil, solvents, petrol, paint thinners or insecticides on the unit.
■ Condensation
Sudden temperature changes, storage or operation in an extremely hu-
midenvironmentmaycausecondensation inside the cabinet (CDpickup,
tape heads, etc.).
Condensation can cause the unit to malfunction.
If this happens, leave the power on with no disc (or cassette) in the unit
until normal playback is possible (about 1 hour).
B C D E
A
Maintenance
A Laser pickup lens B Pinch roller C Capstan
D Recording/Playback head E Erase head
●Before plugging in or unplugging the headphones, make sure the vol-
ume level is reduced.
●Be sure your headphones have a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter plug and
are between 16 ohms and 50 ohms impedance. The recommended
impedance is 32 ohms.
●Whenheadphonesare connected, thespeakersare disconnected auto-
matically. Adjust the VOLUME control for desired volume.
Maintenance
Headphones
■ Erasing a recorded tape
1Set the FUNCTION switch to TAPE.
2Load a tape into the cassette compartment with the side to be
erased facing toward you.
3Press the RECORD ●button.

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■Operation with AC power ■Operation with batteries
To an AC
socket To AC INPUT
AC230-240V,
50 Hz
●6 “D” size batteries (UM/SUM-1, R20, HP-2 or similar)
●Batteries are not included.
■ Turning the power ON
and setting to the
STAND-BY mode
Label side up. To stop playback
PresstheSTOP ■button.
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1Preparation for use
2Listening to a CD
Quick Guide

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5Recording from a CD
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To stop recording
PresstheSTOP/EJECT ■ 7
button.
Load the disc to be
recorded.
Quick Guide
123
4Listening to a Cassette Tape
To stop playback
PresstheSTOP/EJECT ■ 7
button.
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Sharp House, Thorp Road, Newton Heath, Manchester, M40 5BE
SHARP CORPORATION
TINSE0055SJZZ
TERMS OF GUARANTEE
Sharp Electronics (UK) Ltd. (“Sharp”) guarantees to provide for the repair, or at its
option the replacement, of this product subject to the conditions listed below:-
1. This guarantee shall only apply to faults which are due to inferior work-
manship or materials. It does not cover faults or damage caused by
accident, misuse, fair wear and tear, neglect, tampering with the product,
or repair other than by a Service Facility appointed by Sharp.
2. As this product is intended for private domestic use only, the guarantee will not
apply if the product is used in the course of a business, trade or profession.
3. To benefit from this guarantee, any fault which occurs must be notified
to Sharp, or its appointed Service Facility within one year from the date
this product was purchased. Proof of purchase must be provided.
4. The guarantee does not cover carriage costs, jewelled styli, audio tapes,
compact discs or batteries.
5. In the unlikely event of this product requiring repair, please contact the supplier
from whom it was purchased. Where this is not possible, please contact the
Sharp Customer Information Centre on the telephone number given below.
6. No person has any authority to vary the terms or conditions of this guarantee.
7. This guarantee is offered as an additional benefit to your statutory rights,
and does not affect these rights in any way.
If you have any difficulty operating this product, or would like information
on other Sharp products, please telephone the Sharp Customer Information
Centre on the number given below.
Sharp Customer Information Centre - Telephone [phone]
Specifications
SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes
for product improvement without prior notice.
■Compact disc player
Type
Signal readout
Audio channels
Filter
D/A converter
Wow and flutter
Compact disc
Non-contact, 3-beam semiconductor laser pickup
2
8-time over sampling digital filter
1-bit D/A converter
Unmeasurable (less than 0.001% W. peak)
AC 230-240 V, 50 Hz
DC 9 V [“D” size (UM/SUM-1, R20 or HP-2) battery x 6]
10 W
MPO: 8.4 W (4.2W + 4.2W)
(AC operation, 10 % T.H.D.)
RMS: 4.6 W (2.3W + 2.3W)
(DC operation, 10 % T.H.D.)
8 cm (3-1/8") full-range speaker x 2
Width: 376 mm (14-6/8")
Height: 150 mm (5-7/8")
Depth: 230 mm (9")
2.5 kg (5.5 lbs.) without batteries
■General
Power source
Power consumption
Output power
Speakers
Dimensions
Weight
FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz
AM: 526.5 - 1,606.5 kHz
■Radio
Frequency range
■Tape recorder
Frequency response
Signal/noise ratio
Wow and flutter
Motor
Bias system
Erase system
50 - 14,000 Hz (Normal tape)
50 dB
0.25 % (WRMS)
DC 9 V electric governor
AC bias
Magnet erase