Sharp XL-3000 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.
XL-3000 CompactAudio System consisting of XL-3000 (main
unit) and CP-XL3000U (speaker system).
COMPACT AUDIO SYSTEM
MODEL
XL-3000
OPERATION MANUAL
XL3000(FRONT) 01.2.14, 10:25 AM1

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Important Instruction
- Special Notes -
Special Notes
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 accordance with the instruc-
tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television recep-
tion, 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:
zReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
zIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
zConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
zConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician 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 this equipment.
"Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Arti-
cle 820-40 of the National Electrical Code that provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be con-
nected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable
entry as practical.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVIC-
ING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Explanation of Graphical Symbols:
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s en-
closure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to per-
sons.
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 the lit-
erature accompanying the appliance.
0012
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE. 0012
Caution - use of controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those specified herein may re-
sult in hazardous radiation exposure. 0012
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Foryour assistance inreporting this unitincase of lossor theft,
pleaserecordbelow the model number andserialnumberwhich
are located on the bottom of the unit.
Please retain this information.
Model number .......................................................
Serial number .......................................................
Date of purchase .......................................................
Place of purchase .......................................................
0010

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Important Instruction
- Important Safeguards -
Important Safeguards
CAUTION
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is
operated, and should be retained for future reference.
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 electrical shock or fire hazards. In order not to defeat the safeguards,
observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.
1Heed Warnings -All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
2Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
3Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near water - for ex-
ample, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet base-
ment, or near a swimming pool, etc.
4Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a cart 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.
5Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling
only as recommended by the manufacturer.
6Ventilation -The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does
not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be
situatedon a bed, sofa, rug, or similarsurface thatmay blockthe ventilation open-
ings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may
impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.
7Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
8Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of
the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
9Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are
not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, pay-
ing particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the appliance.
10 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
11 Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.
12 Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver,
be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical
Code,ANSI/NFPANo. 70-1984, providesinformation withrespectto properground-
ing of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an an-
tennadischarge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge
unit,connection togrounding electrodes,and requirementsfor thegrounding elec-
trode.
ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A
ELECTRIC SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUND CLAMP
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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 ser-
vice personnel when:
AThe power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
BObjects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or
CThe appliance has been exposed to rain; or
DTheappliance doesnot appear to operate normallyor exhibitsa marked change
in performance; or
EThe 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. 0010

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General Information
- Contents -
Contents
Page
„General Information
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 6
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 10
„Preparation for Use
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
System Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 - 14
„Basic Operation
General Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Sound Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
„CD Playback
Listening to a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 - 20
Repeat or Random Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Programmed Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Page
„Radio
Listening to the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23
Listening to the memorized station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
„Advanced Features
Timer and Sleep Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 - 27
Enhancing Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
„References
Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29, 30
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back cover
ENERGY STAR® Program Information
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR® is a U.S.
registered mark. WHY PURCHASE ENERGY STAR® LABELED PRODUCTS?
Many Electrical /Electronic Products use energy both when they are on and when they are off. Americans spend more than $3
billion a year on energy consumed by home electronic products when they are not in use. The new ENERGY STAR® labeled
models will reduce that energy “leakage” by up to 75 percent. Ultimately, this will mean more than $1 billion a year in energy
savings for consumers.
The energy savings will help reduce the burning of fossil fuels and the related carbon dioxide pollution that contributes to global
warming. If every American family replaced their electronic equipment with ENERGY STAR® labeled models, it would reduce
air pollution equivalent to eliminating more than two million cars.
By using ENERGY STAR® labeled products, you will save money on your electric bills and use less energy.
That makes good economic sense and it’s good for our environment.
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark. 0001

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General Information
- Precautions -
Precautions
„General
zPlease ensure that the equipment is positioned in a well-venti-
lated area and that there is at least 4" (10 cm) of free space along
the sides and back. There must also be a minimum of 12" (30
cm) of free space on the top of the unit.
zDo not place anything on top of the unit.
zDo not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than
140°F (60°C) or to extremely low temperatures.
zIf your system does not work properly, disconnect the AC power
cord from the AC outlet. Plug the AC power cord back in, and
then turn on your system.
zThis unit should only be used within the range of 41°F - 95°F
(5°C - 35°C).
Warnings:
zThe 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.
zCD 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.
„Volume control
The sound level at a given volume setting depends on speaker effi-
ciency, location and various other factors. It is advisable to avoid
exposure to high volume levels, which occurs while turning the unit
on with the volume control setting up high, or while continually lis-
tening at high volumes.
zUse the unit on a firm, level surface free
from vibration.
zKeep the unit away from direct sun-
light, strong magnetic fields, excessive
dust, humidity and electronic/electrical
equipment (home computers, facsimi-
les, etc.) which generates electrical
noise.
4" (10 cm)
4" (10 cm) 4" (10 cm)
12" (30 cm)
zIn case of an electrical storm, unplug the
unit for safety.
zHold the AC power plug by the head when
removing it from the AC outlet, as pulling
the cord can damage internal wires.
zDo not remove the outer cover, as this
may result in electric shock. Refer inter-
nal service to your localSHARP service
facility.

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General Information
- Precautions / Accessories -
Precautions (continued)
„Care of compact discs
Compact discs are fairly resistant to damage, however mistracking
can occur due to an accumulation of dirt on the disc surface. Follow
the guidelines below for maximum enjoyment from your CD collec-
tion and player.
zDo not write on either side of the disc, particularly the non-label
side from which signals are read. Do not mark this surface.
zKeep your discs away from direct sunlight, heat, and excessive
moisture.
zAlways 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.
„Condensation
Accessories
Please confirm that the following accessories are included.
Note:
Only the above accessories are included.
Sudden temperature changes, storage
or operation in an extremely humid en-
vironment may cause condensation in-
side the cabinet (CD pickup, etc.) or on
the transmitter on the remote control.
Condensation can cause the unit to
malfunction. If this happens, leave the
power on with no disc 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
AC power cord 1 Remote control 1
(QACCD0001SJ00) (RRMCG0029SJSA)
AM loop antenna 1 FM antenna 1
(QANTL0001SJZZ) (QANTW0002SJZZ)
Speaker wire 2
(QCNWH0005SJZZ)

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General Information
- Controls and Indicators -
Controls and Indicators
„Front panel Reference page
1.CD Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.Volume Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.Function Selector Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 22, 28
5.Memory/Set Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 24
6.Bass/Treble Selector Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
7.CD Play or Pause, Tuning Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 19, 22
8.CD Stop, Tuning Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 22
9.CD Track Down or Fast Reverse,
Tuner Preset Down Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 24
10. CD Open/Close Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
11.CD Track Up or Fast Forward,
Tuner Preset Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 24
„Display
1.Timer Play Indicator
2.Sleep Indicator
3.CD Random Play Indicator
4.Memory Indicator
5.FM Stereo Mode Indicator
6.CD Play Indicator
7.CD Repeat Play Indicator
8.FM Stereo Receiving Indicator
9.Surround Indicator
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12345
79
6 8
Description of remote control (See page 9.)

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General Information
- Controls and Indicators -
Controls and Indicators (continued)
„Rear panel Reference page
1.Headphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2.AM Antenna Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13
3.Antenna Earth Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13
4.FM 75 Ohms Antenna Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13
5.CD Digital Output Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
6.Subwoofer Output Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.Video/Auxiliary (Audio Signal) Input Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
8.Speaker Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 14
9.AC Power Input Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 14
2
1
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

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General Information
- Controls and Indicators -
„Remote control Reference page
1.Remote Control Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.CD Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.Tuner Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.Timer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
6.Clock Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
7.Memory Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 21, 24
8.Dimmer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
9.Surround Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
10.Volume Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
11.Video/Auxiliary Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
12.Band Selector Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
13.Clear Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
14.Sleep Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
15.Random/Repeat Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
16.CD Open/Close Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
17.Tuner Preset Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
18.CD Track Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
19.CD Fast Reverse, Tuning Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 22
20.CD Play Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
21.CD Track Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
22.CD Fast Forward, Tuning Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 22
23.CD Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
24.CD Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
25.Tuner Preset Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
26.Bass Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
27.Treble Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Buttons with " " mark in the illustration can be operated on the re-
mote control only.
Other buttons can be operated both on the main unit and the re-
mote control.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17 21
22
23
18
19
20
24 25
26 27
Battery installation for remote control (See page 11.)

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General Information
- Controls and Indicators -
Controls and Indicators (continued)
„Speaker system
1.Tweeter
2.Woofer
3.Bass Reflex Duct
4.Speaker Terminals
1
2
4
3
Speaker grilles are removable:
Make sure nothing comes into contactwith
thespeakerdiaphragmswhenyouremove
the speaker grilles.
Placing the speaker system: Left speaker Right speaker
There is no distinction between
the right and the left speakers.
Notes:
zThe speakers are magnetically shield.
Therefore,they do not affectthe displayeven ifyou use them near
the TV. However, some color variation may occur, depending on
the type of TV used.
If color variation occurs...
Turn off the TV (from the power switch).
After 15 - 30 minutes, turn the TV on again.
If the color variation is still present...
Move the speakers further away from the TV.
zIf any kind of magnet or an electromagnet is placed too close to
the TV and the system, irregular colors may appear on the TV
screen.

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Preparation for Use
- Remote Control -
Remote Control
„Battery installation
Precautions for battery use:
zReplace all old batteries with new ones at the same time.
zDo not mix old and new batteries.
zRemove the batteries if the unit will not be used for long periods
of time. This will prevent potential damage due to battery leak-
age.
Caution:
zDo not use rechargeable batteries (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.).
zInstalling the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit to malfunc-
tion.
Notes concerning use:
zReplace the batteries if the operating distance is reduced or if the
operation becomes erratic.
zPeriodically clean the transmitter on the remote control and the
sensor on the unit with a soft cloth.
zExposing the sensor on the unit to strong light may interfere with
operation. Change the lighting or the direction of the unit.
zKeep 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
correctly. (See pages 12 - 14.)
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 POWER button. Does the power turn on? Now, you can
enjoy the music.
Use 2 "AAA" size batteries (UM-4, R03, HP-16 or similar).
Batteries are not included.
1 Remove the battery cover.
2 Insert the batteries according to the direction indicated in
the battery compartment.
When inserting or removing the batteries, push them toward the
battery terminals.
3 Replace the cover.
Remote sensor
8" - 20'
(0.2 m - 6 m )

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Preparation for Use
- System Connections -
System Connections
VCR, DVD, etc.
Speaker with a
built-in amplifier
Right speaker Left speaker
FM antenna
AM loop antenna
AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
not supplied
not supplied
(This speaker
is not included.)
MD recorder
not supplied

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Preparation for Use
- System Connections -
„Antenna connection
Notes:
zPlacing the antenna on the unit or near the AC power cord may
cause noise pickup. Place the antenna away from the unit for bet-
ter reception.
zWhen static is still heard even after adjusting the position of the
AM loop antenna, try reversing the wire connections.
Installing the AM loop antenna:
Outdoor FM or AM antenna:
Use an outdoor FM or AM antenna if you require better reception.
Consult your dealer.
Notes:
zWhen an outdoor FM antenna is used, disconnect the supplied
FM antenna wire from the FM 75 OHMS jack.
zWhen using an outdoor AM antenna, be sure to keep the wire of
the AM loop antenna connected.
Supplied FM antenna:
Connect the FM antenna wire to
the FM 75 OHMS jack and posi-
tion the FM antenna wire in the di-
rection where the strongest signal
can be received.
Supplied AM loop antenna:
Connect the AM loop antenna
wire to the AM and GND termi-
nals. Position the AM loop anten-
na for optimum reception. Place
the AM loop antenna on a shelf,
etc., or attach it to a standor a wall
with screws (not supplied).
< Assembling > < Attaching to the wall >
Wall Screws (not supplied)
Outdoor
FM antenna Outdoor AM antenna
49 feet (15 m)
25 feet (7.5 m)
AM loop antenna
Ground rod

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Preparation for Use
- System Connections -
System Connections (continued)
„Speaker connection
Connect the wire with the white line to the minus (-) terminal and the
black wire to the plus (+) terminal.
Caution:
zConnect the speaker wires to the speakers first, then to the
unit.
zUse speakers with an impedance of 6 ohms or more, as lower
impedance speakers can damage the unit.
zDo not mistake the right and the left channels. The right speaker
is the one on the right side when you face the unit.
zDo not let the bare speaker wires touch each other.
„Subwoofer connection
When a commercially available speaker with a built-in amplifier is
connected to this unit, you can enjoy sound with emphasized bass.
Connect an RCA cord from a commercially available speaker with a
built-in amplifier to the SUBWOOFER OUT jack.
„Connecting the AC power cord
After checking all the connections have been made correctly, con-
nect the AC power cord to the AC power input jack, then plug the AC
power cord of this unit into the AC outlet.
Notes:
zUnplug the unit if it will not be used for a prolonged period of time.
zNever use a power cord other than the one supplied. Otherwise,
a malfunction or an accident may occur.
Right speaker Left speaker
Incorrect Incorrect
Black
White line
Speaker with a
built-in amplifier

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Basic Operation
- General Control -
General Control
„To turn the power on
Press the POWER button to turn the power on.
To set the unit to stand-by mode:
Press the POWER button again.
„To change the display brightness (2 levels)
You can switch the display brightness by pressing the DIMMER but-
ton on the remote control.
„Opening and closing the CD compartment
The CD compartment cover is motorized.
When the power is turned on, you can open or close the CD com-
partment cover by pressing the (OPEN/CLOSE) button.
Caution:
zDo not stop or move the CD compartment cover manually. It may
cause malfunctions to the unit.
zBe careful not to jam your fingers in the CD compartment cover.
Dimmed Brightened

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Basic Operation
- Sound Control -
Sound Control
„Adjusting the volume
Press the VOLUME button to increase the volume and the VOL-
UME button for decreasing.
„Adjusting the bass
Main unit operation:
1 Press the BASS/TREBLE button until "BASS" appears on the
display.
2 Within 5 seconds, press the VOLUME ( or ) button to adjust
the bass.
Remote control operation:
Press the BASS ( or ) button to adjust the bass.
„Adjusting the treble
Main unit operation:
1 Press the BASS/TREBLE button until "TRE" appears on the dis-
play.
2 Within 5 seconds, press the VOLUME ( or ) button to adjust
the treble.
Remote control operation:
Press the TREBLE ( or ) button to adjust the treble.
„Setting the surround
Press the SURROUND button to allow you to enjoy music that
seems to surround you. "SURROUND" will appear.
To cancel the surround mode, press the SURROUND button again.
Note:
The surround effect cannot be obtained from monaural sound sig-
nals.
21 28 29 MAXMIN ..... SURROUND Indicator
05-5 ... ...
05-5 ... ...

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Basic Operation
- Setting the Clock -
Setting the Clock
This may be operated only with the remote control.
In this example, the clock is set for the 12-hour (AM 12:00) display.
To confirm the time display when the power is on:
Press the CLOCK button.
The time display will appear for about 5 seconds.
Note:
The 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.
To change the 12-hour or 24-hour display:
1Press the CLOCK button and within 3 seconds, press
the MEMORY button.
2Within 1 minute, press the PRESET ( or ) button to
select 12-hour or 24-hour display and then press the
MEMORY button.
"AM 12:00" The 12-hour display will appear.
(AM 12:00 - PM 11:59)
"0:00" The 24-hour display will appear.
(0:00 - 23:59)
Note that this can only be set when the unit is first installed or it
has been reset. (Refer to step 3 under "If trouble occurs" on
page 30.)
3Within 1 minute, press the PRESET ( or ) button to
adjust the hour and then press the MEMORY button.
zWhen the 12-hour display is selected, "AM" will change au-
tomatically to "PM".
4Within 1 minute, press the PRESET ( or ) button to
adjust the minutes and then press the MEMORY button.
zThe hour will not advance even if minutes advance from "59"
to "00".
zThe clock starts from "0" second. (Seconds are not dis-
played.)
1 Clear all the programmed contents. [Perform to step 3 under "If
trouble occurs" on page 30 for details.]
2 Perform "Setting the Clock" from the beginning.

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CD Playback
- Listening to a CD -
Listening to a CD
1Press the POWER button to turn the power on.
2Press the FUNCTION button until "CD STOP" or "NO
DISC" appears on the display.
When operating with the remote control, press the CD button.
3Press the (OPEN/CLOSE) button to open the CD com-
partment.
4Place a CD on the spindle, label side up.
Be sure to place 3" (8 cm) disc in the middle of a disc holder.
5Press the (OPEN/
CLOSE) button to
close the CD com-
partment. Total number of
tracks Total playing time
6Press the ( ) button to start playback from track 1.
When the last track on the disc has finished playing, the CD
player will stop automatically.
5" (12 cm) 3" (8 cm)
Sound Control (See page 16.)

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CD Playback
- Listening to a CD -
To interrupt playback:
Main unit operation:
Press the button.
To resume playback from the same point, press the button again.
Remote control operation:
Press the button.
To resume playback from the same point, press the button.
To stop playback:
Press the button.
To remove the CD:
While in the stop mode, press the (OPEN/CLOSE) button.
Press the CD eject button and remove the CD.
Notes:
zAfter removing the CD, make sure to press the (OPEN/CLOSE)
button and close the CD compartment.
zWhen the unit enters the stand-by mode, the opened CD com-
partment cover will be closed automatically.
After use:
Press the POWER button to enter the power stand-by mode.
Caution:
zDo not stop or move the CD compartment cover manually. It
may cause malfunctions to the unit.
zBe careful not to jam your fingers in the CD compartment
cover.
zIf the power fails while the compartment is open, wait until the
power is restored.
zIf a disc is damaged, dirty, or loaded upside down, "NO DISC" or
"READ ERR" will appear on the display.
zKeep foreign objects out of the CD compartment.
zSubjecting the unit to shock or vibration may cause mistracking.
zWhen the unit is not being used, be sure to close the CD com-
partment. If it is left open, the lens may be covered with dust and
the unit may not operate properly.
zIf TV or radio interference occurs during CD operation, move the
unit away from the TV or radio.
CD Eject Button

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CD Playback
- Listening to a CD / Repeat or Random Play -
Listening to a CD (continued)
„To locate the beginning of a track
„To locate the desired portion
Notes:
zNormal playback will resume when the or button is
released.
zWhen 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, playback will start when you release the button.
zThe or button on the remote control allows you to locate
the desired portion.
Repeat or Random Play
You can select one of the CD playback mode; "Repeat play", "Ran-
dom play" and "Normal play".
To repeat a programmed sequence:
Perform steps 1 - 5 in the "Programmed Play" section and then
select the repeat playback.
Notes:
zIn random play, the CD player will select and play tracks automat-
ically. (You cannot select the order of the tracks.)
zIf 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.
Caution:
After performing repeat or random play, be sure to press the but-
ton. Otherwise, the disc will play continuously.
To cancel repeat or random play:
Press the RANDOM/REPEAT button on the remote control repeat-
edly to select the normal playback mode.
To move to the beginning of the next track:
Press the button for less than 0.5 seconds during playback.
zYou 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.
zYou 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.
1When in the CD mode, press the RANDOM/REPEAT
button on the remote control repeatedly to select the
playback mode.
Repeat playback mode Random playback mode
Normal playback mode
2Press the button to start playback.