Sharp QT-CD250 User manual

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OPERATION MANUAL
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accord-
ance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
toradiocommunications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occurinaparticularinstallation.Ifthisequipmentdoescause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
●Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
●Increase the separation between the equipment and re-
ceiver.
●Connecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdifferent
from that to which the receiver is connected.
●Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnician
for help.
WARNING
FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or
modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by
the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate
thisequipment.
MODEL
QT-CD250
PORTABLE CD STEREO SYSTEM
Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. For the best performance, read this manual carefully.
It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.
FOR YOUR RECORDS
For your assistance in reporting this unit in case of loss or
theft, please record below the model number and serial
number which are located on the rear of the unit.
Please retain this information.
Modelnumber______________________________
Serialnumber ______________________________
Date of purchase ___________________________
Place of purchase___________________________
Note:
●It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full
compliance with the copyright laws of the United States
and that prior permission be obtained from copyright
owners whenever necessary.
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral tri-
angle,isintendedto alerttheuserto
the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON-
NEL.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and main-
tenance (servicing) instructions in
theliteratureaccompanyingtheap-
pliance.
Caution - use of controls or adjustments or
performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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As an E NERGY S TAR® Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the E NERGY S TAR® guidelines for energy
efficiency.
E NERGY S TAR® is a U.S. registered mark.
WHY PURCHASE
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The new
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By using
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SPECIAL NOTES
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION
All the safety and operating instructions should be read
beforethe applianceisoperated, and shouldbe retained for
futurereference.
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This
unit has been engineered and manufactured to assure your
personal safety. Improper use can result in potential electri-
cal shock or fire hazards. In order not to defeat the
safeguards,observe thefollowing basicrules foritsinstalla-
tion, use and servicing.
1 Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
2 FollowInstructions- Alloperatingand useinstructionsshouldbe
followed.
3 Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near
water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
4 CartsandStands-Theapplianceshouldbeusedonlywithacart
or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
● An appliance and cart combination should be moved
with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the appliance and cart combination to
overturn.
5 Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to
a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
6 Ventilation -Theapplianceshouldbe situated sothatitslocation
or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For
example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa,
rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings;
or,placedin a built-in installation, suchasabookcaseor cabinet
thatmay impede the flow ofair through the ventilation openings.
7 Heat -Theappliance shouldbesituatedaway fromheatsources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8 Power Sources - The applianceshouldbeconnected to a power
supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or
as marked on the appliance.
9 Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed
so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placedupon oragainstthem,paying particular attentiontocords
atplugs,convenience receptacles, and the pointwheretheyexit
from the appliance.
10 Donot use liquidcleanersoraerosol cleaners.Useadamp cloth
for cleaning.
11 Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from
power lines.
12 OutdoorAntennaGrounding-Ifanoutsideantennaisconnected
tothereceiver, be sure the antenna systemis grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up
static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, ground-
ing of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, con-
nection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode.
13 Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of
time.
14 Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through
openings.
15 Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced
by qualified service personnel when:
A The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B Objectshavefallen,or liquid has beenspilledintotheappliance;
or
C The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance; or
E The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
16 Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance
beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other
servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
17 Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be taken so that
the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not
defeated.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNALEAD
IN WIRE
GROUNDCLAMP
ANTENNADISCHARGE
UNIT
(NECSECTION810-20)
GROUNDINGCONDUCTORS
(NECSECTION810-21)
GROUNDCLAMPS
POWERSERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODESYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A
ACCESSORIES
AC power cord ×1
(QACCU0001SJ00) Remote control ×1 (RRMCG0023SJSA)
Notes:
●The AC power cord is located in the
battery compartment.
●The remote control is located in the
packing material.
●Parts and accessories mentioned in
thisoperationmanualotherthanthose
in the drawing are not included.
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PRECAUTIONS
■General
●Do not use oil, solvents, gasoline, paint thinners
or insecticides on the unit.
●Do not expose the unit to moisture, to tempera-
tures higher than 140˚F (60˚C) or to extreme low
temperatures.
●Keep the unit away from direct sunlight, strong
magnetic fields, excessive dust, humidity and
electronic/electrical equipment (home com-
puters, facsimiles, etc.) which generates electri-
cal noise.
●Hold the AC power plug by the head when
removingitfromtheACoutlet,aspullingthecord
can damage internal wires.
●When cleaning the heads, pinch roller, etc,
remove the AC power plug from the AC outlet as
the unit contains high voltages.
Donotremovetheoutercover,asthismayresult
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 while in use,
set the POWER switch to OFF and then to ON
again.
●If an electrical storm is taking place near you, it
is suggested that you disconnect the AC power
cord from the AC outlet for safety.
Warning:
Thevoltageusedmustbethesameasthatspecified
on this unit. Using 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.SHARPwillnotbeheldresponsibleforany
damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage
other than that which is specified.
■Condensation
Sudden temperature changes, storage or operation
in an extremely humid environment may cause con-
densation inside the cabinet (CD pickup, tape
heads,etc.) or onthe transmitter LEDon the remote
control.
Condensation can cause the unit to malfunction.
If this happens, leave the power on with no disc (or
cassette)intheunituntilnormalplaybackispossible
(about 1 hour). Wipe off any condensation on the
transmitterLEDwithasoftclothbeforeoperatingthe
unit.
Warning:
CD players use a laser pickup which can damage
theeyes ifviewed directly.Do not lookat thepickup,
and do not touch the pickup directly.
■Battery use
●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
unitwill not beused for longperiodsof time. This
will prevent potential damage due to battery
leakage.
●Batteries are not included.
Caution:
●Do not use rechargeable batteries (nickel-cad-
mium battery, etc.).
■Care of compact discs
Compact discs are fairly resistant to damage, how-
ever mistracking can occur due to an accumulation
of dirt on the disc surface.
Followtheguidelinesbelowformaximumenjoyment
from your CD collection and player.
●Donotwriteoneithersideofthedisc,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 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 center, along the radius.
■Cassette tape
●For playback, use normal or low-noise tape for
thebestsound.(MetalorCrO2tapeisnotrecom-
mended.)
For recording, use only normal tape.
●Do not use C-120 tapes, tapes with large
diameter reels, or poor-quality tapes, as they
may cause malfunctions.
●Before loading a tape into the cassette compart-
ment, tighten the slack with a pen or pencil.
●Cassettes have removable tabs which prevent
accidental recording or erasing from taking
place. Removing the tab will protect the cor-
responding side from being erased. Cover the
tab holes with adhesive tape to erase or record
again. Side A (1)
Tab for side B (2) Tab for side A (1)
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NAMES OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
11. (TAPE) Record Button
12. (TAPE) Play Button
13. (TAPE) Rewind Button
14. (TAPE) Fast Forward Button
15. (TAPE) Stop/Eject Button
16. (TAPE) Pause Button
17. Cassette Compartment
18. CD Compartment
19. (CD) Stop Button
3(TUNER) Tuning Down Button
10. (CD) Repeat Button
3(TUNER) Band Selector Button
11. (TUNER) Preset Memory Button
12. Extra Bass Button
13. (CD) Play/Pause Button
3(TUNER) Tuning Up Button
14. (CD) Track Up/Cue Button
3(TUNER) Preset Up Button
15. (CD) Track Down/Review Button
3(TUNER) Preset Down Button
16. Volume Up/Down Buttons
17. Power/Function Switch
18. (CD) Play Indicator
19. (CD) Repeat Indicator
20. (CD) Pause Indicator
21. Extra Bass Indicator
22. Memory Indicator
23. (TUNER) FM Stereo Mode Indicator
24. (TUNER) FM Stereo Indicator
25. Battery Compartment
26. FM Telescopic Rod Antenna
27. Headphone Jack
28. AC Power Input Jack
29. Backup Memory Battery Compartment
30. (CD) Play/Pause Button
3(TUNER) Tuning Up Button
31. (CD) Track Down/Review Button
3(TUNER) Preset Down Button
32. (CD) Stop Button
3(TUNER) Tuning Down Button
33. (CD) Repeat Button
3(TUNER) Band Selector Button
34. (TUNER) Memory Button
35. (TUNER) Clear Button
36. (CD) Track Up/Cue Button
3(TUNER) Preset Up Button
37. Extra Bass Button
38. Volume Up/Down Buttons
25 26 27 28
29
30
31 37
34
33
32
35
36
38
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678
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10
11
12
13
14
15
16
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POWER SOURCE
■AC power
To AC INPUT
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
To an AC outlet
Connect the AC power cord to the AC power input
jack, then connect the AC power cord plug to an AC
outlet.
Notes:
●If the unit will not be used for a long period of
time, remove the AC power cord from the AC
outlet.
●Connection of the AC power cord to the unit
disconnects the batteries.
●Never use a power cord other than the one
supplied.Use of apower cordotherthan theone
supplied may cause an electric shock or fire.
■Battery power
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1Disconnect the AC power cord, and remove the
battery compartment 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 ③and
⑥, push them toward the ë battery terminals.
●Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the
unit to malfunction.
3Replace the battery compartment cover.
Note:
Replace the batteries when they become weak
and/or recording or playback is impaired. This may
occur even though radio broadcasts are audible.
REMOTE CONTROL
15
15
1Remove the battery compartment cover on the
remote control.
2Insert 2 "AA" size batteries (UM/SUM-3, R6,
HP-7 or similar) into the battery compartment on
the remote control.
●When inserting or removing the batteries, push
them toward the ë battery terminals.
●Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the
unit to malfunction.
Notes:
●Replace the batteries if the operating distance is
reduced or if the operation becomes erratic.
●Periodically clean the transmitter LED on the
remote control and the sensor on the main unit
with a soft cloth.
●Exposing the sensor on the main unit to strong
light may interfere with operation. Change the
lighting or the direction of the unit.
●Keep the remote control away from moisture,
excessive heat, shock, and vibrations.
Remote Sensor
8" - 20’
(0.2 m - 6 m)
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COMPACT DISC OPERATION
POWER
(Function)
PLAY / PAUSE
TUNING
STOP
TUNING
REPEAT
BAND
CUE
PRESET
REVIEW
PRESET
234
TUNING
/
PRESET
/
PRESET
TUNING
BAND
■CD playback
1Set the function switch to CD.
2Open the CD compartment.
3Place a compact disc on the spindle, label side
up.
●3" (8 cm) discs may be played without an adap-
tor.
4Close the CD compartment.
Total number of
tracks Total playing time
5Press the PLAY/PAUSE ( 0 6 ) button to start
playback from track 1.
6Press the VOLUME W button to increase the
volume and the VOLUME X button to decrease
the volume.
7Pressthe X-BASSbutton toemphasize thebass
region of the frequency spectrum.
The "X-BASS" indicator will light up.
Press the X-BASS button again to cancel the
extra bass mode.
The "X-BASS" indicator will go out.
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.
Precautions:
●When"no dISC"or tracknumber is displayed,
the power is connected.
If you will not be using the CD player, set the
POWER switch to OFF.
●Do not open the CD compartment while the
disc is rotating.
●If the disc is damaged, dirty, or loaded upside
down, "Er" or "no dISC" will appear in the
display.
Clean, replace, or reload the disc properly.
●Keep foreign objects out of the CD compart-
ment.
●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.
●The temperature range for playing compact
discsis recommended to be 41˚F(5˚C) - 95˚F
(35˚C).
●If TV or radio interference occurs during CD
operation, move the unit away from the TV or
radio.
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PLAY / PAUSE
TUNING
STOP
TUNING
REPEAT
BAND
CUE
PRESET
REVIEW
PRESET
TUNING
/
PRESET
/
PRESET
TUNING
BAND
■APSS (Auto Program Search System)
APSS automatically locates the beginning of any
track.
To listen again to the track being played:
Press the DOWN ( 3/5 ) button for less than 0.5
seconds during playback.
To move to the beginning of the next track:
Press the UP ( 2 / 4 ) button for less than 0.5
seconds during playback.
Notes:
●Toskip a numberof tracks atonetime, press the
UP ( 2 / 4 ) or DOWN ( 3 / 5 ) button
repeatedly until the desired track number is
shown.
●To start playing at a desired track, press the UP
( 2 / 4 ) or DOWN ( 3 / 5 ) button while in
the stop mode to select the track number, and
then press the PLAY/PAUSE ( 0 6 ) button.
■Repeat play
Duringplayback,presstheREPEAT/BAND( R )but-
ton repeatedly to select the play mode.
Each time the button is pressed, the display will
change as follows:
Flash 1 track repeat play
Appear All track repeat play
Disappear Normal play
Repeat play indicator
Note:
●When using repeat play, be sure to press the
STOP (■) button after you are through listening.
Otherwise, the CD(s) will play continuously.
■Cue and review
1Load a disc and begin playback.
2Hold down the CUE ( 2/4 ) button for audible
fast forward, and hold down the REVIEW ( 3/
5 ) button for audible fast reverse.
3Normal playback will resume when the REVIEW
( 3/5 ) or CUE ( 2/4 ) button is released.
Notes:
●When the end of the disc is reached while
cueing, "End" will appear in the display and CD
operation is paused. Press the REVIEW ( 3/
5 ) button for fast reverse or press the STOP
(■) button to stop CD operation.
●If the beginning of the disc is reached while
reviewing, the mode will automatically switch to
normal playback at that point.
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CASSETTE OPERATION
POWER
(Function)
■Tape playback
1Set the function switch to TAPE.
2Load a cassette into the cassette compartment
with the side to be played facing up.
3Press the PLAY button.
4To advance the tape, press the STOP/EJECT
button, then press the F FWD button. To rewind,
press the STOP/EJECT button, then press the
REWIND button.
To interrupt playback:
Press the PAUSE button during playback.
Press the PAUSE button again to resume playback.
To stop playback:
Press the STOP/EJECT button.
Precautions:
●Be sure not to press the PLAY and REWIND
buttons simultaneously, or the tape will become
damaged.
●Before changing from one tape operation to
another, press the STOP/EJECT button.
●Do not press the PAUSE button while the fast
forward or rewind operations are in progress.
The F FWD or REWIND button will not be
released when the tape end is reached. Once
this occurs, press the STOP/EJECT button.
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RADIO OPERATION
■Tuning
1Set the function switch to TUNER.
2Press the REPEAT/BAND ( R ) button to select
the desired frequency band. (FM ST, FM or AM)
●To receive an FM stereo transmission, press the
REPEAT/BAND ( R ) button so that the "ST" in-
dicator on the display lights up.
●The " j " indicator lights up when an FM broad-
cast is in stereo.
3Press the TUNING ( X or W ) button to tune into
the desired station.
FM STEREO
FM MONO
AM
POWER
(Function)
TUNER
MEMORY
PLAY / PAUSE
TUNING
STOP
TUNING
REPEAT
BAND
CUE
PRESET
REVIEW
PRESET
TUNING
/
PRESET
/
PRESET
TUNING
TUNER
MEMORY
CLEAR
BAND
Manual tuning:
Press the TUNING ( X or W ) button as many times
as required to adjust the frequency shown on the
display to the frequency of the desired station.
Auto tuning:
When the TUNING ( X or W ) button is pressed for
more than 0.5 seconds, scanning will start automat-
ically and the tuner will stop at the first receivable
broadcast station.
Notes:
●Whenradiointerferenceoccursduringautoscan
tuning, auto scan tuning may stop automatically
at that point.
●If a weak station signal is found during auto scan
tuning, the station will be skipped.
●To stop the auto tuning, press the TUNING ( X
or W ) button again.
●If the FM reception is poor, press the REPEAT/
BAND ( R ) button so that the "ST" indicator goes
out.
Althoughthereceptionchangestomonaural,the
sound becomes clearer.
Antenna adjustment:
FM AM
After use:
Set the POWER switch to OFF.
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■Preset tuning
You can store up to 30 stations in memory (30
stationsconsistingofanycombinationofFMandAM
stations you like) and recall them at the push of a
button. FM stations can be recalled in either stereo
or mono.
1Tune to the desired station.
(Perform steps 1 - 3 in the "Tuning" section on
page 9.)
2Press the TUNER MEMORY button.
Preset number
3Within 5 seconds, press the PRESET ( X or W )
buttonuntilthepresetnumbertobeprogrammed
flashes in the display.
4Within 5 seconds, press the TUNER MEMORY
button to store that station in the selected station
preset number memory.
●If the "MEMORY" and preset number indicators
go out before the station is memorized, repeat
the operation from step 2.
●The preset numbers in step 2 are displayed
starting from the low numbers which have not
been assigned. If the preset numbers are as-
signed in order, step 3 can also be omitted.
If you want to change the station assigned to a
presetnumber, select thatpreset numberinstep
3.
5Repeat steps 1 - 4 to set other preset stations,
or to change a preset station.
■To recall a memorized station
1Set the function switch to TUNER.
2Press the PRESET ( X or W ) button to recall the
desired preset channel number.
●Iftherearenostationsmemorized,thisoperation
can not be performed.
■To clear all memorized stations
1Set the function switch to TUNER.
2Press the TUNER MEMORY button.
3PressthePRESET( W or X )button to select the
channel number you want to erase.
4Within 5 seconds, press the CLEAR button on
the remote control.
■Howtobackupthepresettuningstations
When the backup memory battery is installed, the
contents of the preset tuning can be stored even
when the power is turned off.
1Remove the backup memory battery compart-
ment cover located on the botton of the unit.
2Insert 3 "AA" size batteries (UM/SUM-3, R6,
HP-7 or similar) into the backup memory battery
compartment.
●When inserting or removing the batteries, push
them toward the ë battery terminals.
●Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the
unit to malfunction.
Notes:
●Whenthe backupmemory batteries areinstalled
in the unit, the memory recalls the last station
receivedevenaftersetting thePOWERswitchto
OFF or unplugging the unit from AC power.
It also stores the sound level.
●If the backup memory batteries are not inserted
andthepowerisdisconnected,thetuner’spreset
memories will be erased.
●Replace the backup memory batteries ap-
proximately once a year.
Caution:
●When inserting or replacing the batteries for the
backupmemory,connecttheACpowercordand
set the POWER switch to ON. This will extend
battery life.
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RECORDING
●When recording important selections, be sure to
makeapreliminarytesttoensurethatthedesired
material is being properly recorded.
●The ALC (Automatic Record Level Control) cir-
cuit automatically controls the level of the input
signal used for recording.
●The VOLUME control may be adjusted with no
effect on the recorded signal. (Variable Sound
Monitor)
●Metaland CrO2tapescannot be usedfor record-
ing.
■Recording from the built-in CD player
1Set the function switch to CD.
●Load the disc to be recorded.
2Loada blank cassetteinto thecassettecompart-
ment with the side to be recorded facing up.
3Press the RECORD button.
4PressthePLAY/PAUSE( 0 6 )buttonontheCD.
To stop recording:
POWER
(Function)
STOP
TUNING PLAY / PAUSE
TUNING
REPEAT
BAND
Press the STOP/EJECT button.
The tape will stop.
Note:
●If the STOP(■) or PLAY/PAUSE ( 0 6 ) button
on the CD player is pressed while recording, or
if the CD comes to its end, the tape deck will not
stop.
To record a specific track:
Press the UP ( 2/4 ) or DOWN ( 3/5 ) button
on the CD player until the desired track number is
displayed, then start recording.
■Recording from the built-in radio
1Set the function switch to TUNER.
●Tune in to the station to be recorded.
2Loada blank cassetteinto thecassettecompart-
ment with the side to be recorded facing up.
3Press the PAUSE button.
4Press the RECORD button.
5Press the PAUSE button again.
To stop recording:
Press the STOP/EJECT button.
■Erasing a recorded tape
1Set the function switch to TAPE.
2Load a tape into the cassette compartment with
the side to be erased facing up.
3Press the RECORD button.
HEADPHONES
●Before plugging in or unplugging the head-
phones, make sure the volume level is reduced.
●Be sure your headphones have a 1/8" (3.5 mm)
diameter plug and are between 16 ohms and 50
ohms impedance. The recommended im-
pedance is 32 ohms.
●Connect the headphones plug to the PHONES
jacklocated onthe rear ofthe unit.The speakers
will be automatically disconnected. Adjust the
volume by using the VOLUME control.
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MAINTENANCE
■Internal care
●DonottouchtheLaserpickuplens.Iffingerprints
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 commercial
head/pinch roller cleaner or isopropyl alcohol.
●After long use, the deck’s heads and capstan
may become magnetized, causing poor sound.
Demagnetize these parts once every 30 hours
of playing/recording by using a commercial tape
head demagnetizer. Read the demagnetizer’s
instructions carefully before use.
■External care
●Periodicallywipethecabinetwithasoftclothand
a diluted soap solution, then wipe with a dry
cloth.
●Do not use chemically treated cleaning cloths or
other chemicals.
SPECIFICATIONS
SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without
prior notice.
●General
Power source: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
DC 9 V ["D" size (UM/SUM-1, R20
or HP-2) battery ×6]
DC 4.5 V ["AA" size (UM/SUM-3,
R6 or HP-7) battery ×3 for backup
memory]
Power
consumption: 12 W
Output power: FTC; 2.0 W min. RMS per channel
into 4 ohms from 150 Hz to 20
kHz, with no more than 10 % total
harmonic distortion.
RMS; 2.3 W/CH
(DC operation, 10 % T.H.D.)
Speakers: 4" (10 cm) full-range speaker x 2
Output
terminals: Headphones; 16-50 ohms (recommended; 32 ohms)
Dimensions: Width; 15-3/4" (400 mm)
Height; 6-1/4" (158 mm)
Depth; 8-3/8" (212 mm)
Weight: 6.0 lbs. (2.7 kg) without batteries
●Compact disc player
Type: Compact disc
Signal
readout: Non-contact, 3-beam semi-conduc- tor laser pickup
Audio
channels: 2
Quantization: 16-bit linear quantization
Filter: 8-times oversampling digital filter
D/A converter: 1-bit D/A converter
Wow and
flutter: Unmeasurable (less than 0.001% W. peak)
●Radio
Frequency
range: FM; 87.5 - 108 MHz AM; 530 - 1,720 kHz
●Tape recorder
Frequency
response: 50 - 14,000 Hz (Normal tape)
Signal/noise
ratio: 50 dB
Wow and
flutter: 0.25 % (WRMS)
Motor: DC 9 V electric governor
Bias system: AC bias
Erase
system: Magnet erase
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1Preparation for use / Preparación para su uso
■AC power
■
Funccionamiento con corriente alterna
■Battery power
■
Funccionamiento con pilas
To anAC socket
A un tomacorriente de CA
To AC INPUT
A la tomaAC INPUT
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
120 V de CA, 60 Hz
●6 “D” size batteries
(UM/SUM-1, R20, HP-2 or similar)
● 6 pilas del tamaño “D”
(UM/SUM-1,R20,HP-2 o similares)
●Batteries are not included.
● Las pians no están incluidas.
■Headphones
■
Auriculares
■Turning the power ON
and to OFF
■
Conexión(ON) y
desconexión(OFF) de la
alimentación
TUNER
OFF POWER
■Volume control
■
Control del volumen
Quick Guide / Guía rápida
2Listening to a CD / Audictión de discos CD
Tostoptheplayback
Press the ■button.
TUNER
TUNING
PLAY / PAUSE
OFF POWER
●Label side up.
● Con el lado de
la etiqueta
encarada hacia
arriba.
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Para detener la
reproducción
Pulse el botón ■ .
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3Listening to a tape / Audictión de una cinta
TUNER
OFF POWER
4Listening to the radio / Audictión de la radio
5Recording from CDs / Grabaciones de discos CD
TUNER
OFF POWER
●Load the disc to be
recorded.
● Introduzca el disco que
va a grabar.
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123
134
BAND
REPEAT
TUNING
TUNING PLAY / PAUSE
STOP
TUNER
OFF POWER
2
TUNING
PLAY / PAUSE
Para detener la
reproducción
Pulse el botón .
To stop the playback
Press the button.
To stop the recording
Press the button.
Para detener la
grabación
Pulse el botón .
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SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
SHARP CORPORATION
9906
TINSE0040SJZZ Printed in China
B0001.TO
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the
“Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees
that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or
remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s) set forth below.
This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the Product nor to the additional excluded item(s) set forth
below nor to any Product the exterior of which has been damaged or defaced, which has been subjected to improper
voltage or other misuse, abnormal service or handling, or which has been altered or modified in design or construction.
In order to enforce the rights under this limited warranty, the purchaser should follow the steps set forth below and
provide proof of purchase to the servicer.
The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to purchasers by
law. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
USE ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD(S) FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET FORTH BELOW. Some states do
not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties other than those
described herein, or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time period described herein on behalf of
Sharp.
The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the sole and
exclusive remedy available to the purchaser. Correction of defects, in the manner and for the period of time described
herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities and responsibilities of Sharp to the purchaser with respect to
the Product, and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict liability or
otherwise. In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product
which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer. Nor shall
Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage. Some
states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGALRIGHTS. YOU MAYALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY
FROM STATE TO STATE.
Model Specific Section
Your Product Model Number & Description: (Be sure to have this information available when you need service
for your Product.)
Warranty Period for this Product: One (1) year parts and ninety (90) days labor.
Additional Item(s) Excluded from
Warranty Coverage (if any): Non-functional accessories, supplies, and consumable items.
Where to Obtain Service: At a Sharp Authorized Servicer located in the United States.
To find a location of the nearest SharpAuthorized Servicer, call
Sharp toll free at 1-800-BE-SHARP.
What to do to Obtain Service: Ship prepaid or carry in your Product to a Sharp Authorized
Servicer.
Be sure to have Proof of Purchase available. If you ship the
Product, be sure it is insured and packaged securely.
TO OBTAIN SUPPLY, ACCESSORY OR PRODUCT INFORMATION,
CALL1-800-BE-SHARP.
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