Sharp XL-3000V User manual

NTSC/PAL
Please refer to pages E-1 to E-38.
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XL-3000V Video CD CompactAudio System consisting of XL-
3000V (main unit) and CP-XL3000U (speaker system).
VIDEO CD COMPACT AUDIO SYSTEM
MODEL
XL-3000V
OPERATION MANUAL
XL-3000V
XL-3000V CP-XL3000U

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Important Instruction
- Introduction / Contents -
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. To obtain the best
performance from this product, please read this manual carefully. It
will guide you in operating your SHARP product.
Contents
Page
!Important Instruction
Special Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
!General Information
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3, 4
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 7
!Preparation for Use
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
System Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 13
!Basic Operation
General Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Sound Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
!Video CD Playback
Video CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Preparation for Video CD Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Playback of a Video CD with P. B. C. (Version 2.0) . . . . . 19 - 21
Playback of a Video CD without P. B. C. (Version 1.1) . . . 22, 23
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!Advanced Video CD (Version 1.1) Playback
Direct Search System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Repeat or Random Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Programmed Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Digest Selection of Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Time Search Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Video Intro Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
To Change the Audio Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Changing the TV Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
!CD Playback
Listening to a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29, 30
!Radio
Listening to the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Listening to the Memorised Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
!Advanced Features
Timer and Sleep Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 - 35
Enhancing Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
!References
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

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Important Instruction
- Special Notes -
Special Notes
When the ON/STAND-BY button is set at STAND-BY position, mains
voltage is still present inside the unit. When the ON/STAND-BY but-
ton is set at STAND-BY position, the unit may be brought into opera-
tion by the timer mode or remote control.
Warning:
This unit contains no user serviceable parts. Never remove covers
unless qualified to do so. This unit contains dangerous voltages,
always remove mains plug from the socket before any service oper-
ation and when not in use for a long period.
Warning:
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to drip-
ping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall
be placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION Laser Diode Properties
Material: GaAIAs
Wavelength: 780 nm
Emission Duration: continuous
Laser Output: max. 0.6 mW
"This Video CD Compact Audio System is classified as a CLASS
1 LASER product.
"The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the rear
cover.
"Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures oth-
er 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 ser-
vicing to qualified personnel only.
CAUTION-INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
ADVERSEL-USYNLIG LASERSTRALING VED ABNING. SE IKKE IND I
STRALEN-HELLER IKKE MED OPTISKE INSTRUMENTER.
VARO! AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NAKYMATON LASERSATEILYLLE. ALA
TUIJOTA SATEESEEN ALAKA KATSO SITA OPTISEN LAITTEEN LAPI.
VARNING-OSYNLIG LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNAD. STIRRA EJ
IN I STRALEN OCH BETRAKTA EJ STRALEN GENOM OPTISKT INSTRUMENT.

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General Information
- Precautions -
Precautions
!General
"Please ensure that the equipment is positioned in a well-venti-
lated 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 30 cm
(12") of free space on the top of the unit.
"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.
"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 apparatus.
"Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of bat-
tery disposal.
"This unit should only be used within the range of 5°C - 35°C
(41°F - 95°F).
Warnings:
"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.
"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.
"This product is equipped with a cooling fan inside, which begins
to run at a specified volume level for better heat radiation.
!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 whilst turning the unit
on with the volume control setting up high, or whilst continually lis-
tening at high volumes.
"Use the unit on a firm, level surface free
from vibration.
"Keep 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.
10 cm (4")
10 cm (4") 10 cm (4")
30 cm (12")
"Do not remove the outer cover, as this
may result in electric shock. Refer inter-
nal service to your local SHARP service
facility.

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General Information
- Precautions / Accessories -
!Care of compact discs
Compact discs are fairly resistant to damage, however mistracking
can occur due to an accumulation of dirt on the disc surface. Follow
the guidelines below for maximum enjoyment from your CD collec-
tion 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.
!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 lead 1 Remote control 1
"AAA" size battery (UM-4,
R03, HP-16 or similar) 2 AM loop aerial 1
FM aerial 1 Speaker wire 2
Video cable 1

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General Information
- Controls and Indicators -
Controls and Indicators
!Front panel Reference page
1.Disc Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.Volume Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.On/Stand-by Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.Function Selector Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 29, 31
5.Memory/Set Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
6.Bass/Treble Selector Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
7.Video CD/CD Play or Pause,
Tuning Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 20, 22, 29, 31
8.Video CD Stop or Return, CD Stop,
Tuning Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 22, 29, 31
9.Video CD Skip or Previous, CD Track Down,
Tuner Preset Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 23, 30, 32
10. Disc Compartment Cover Open/Close Button . . . . . . . . . . 14
11.Video CD Skip or Next, CD Track Up,
Tuner Preset Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 23, 30, 32
!Display
1.Timer Play Indicator
2.Sleep Indicator
3.Video CD/CD Random Play Indicator
4.Memory Indicator
5.FM Stereo Mode Indicator
6.Video CD/CD Play Indicator
7.Video CD/CD Repeat Play Indicator
8.FM Stereo Receiving Indicator
9.Surround Indicator
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Description of remote control (See page 7.)

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General Information
- Controls and Indicators -
!Rear panel Reference page
1.CD Digital Output Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
2.AM Aerial Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 10
3.Aerial Earth Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 10
4.FM 75 Ohms Aerial Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 10
5.Headphone Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
6.Video Output Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
7.Cooling Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
8.Video/Auxiliary (Audio Signal) Input Sockets . . . . . . . . . . 36
9.AC Voltage Selector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
10.AC Power Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
11.Speaker Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 10
!Speaker system
1.Tweeter
2.Woofer
3.Bass Reflex Duct
4.Speaker Terminals
2
5
3
4
8
6
10
11
9
1
2
4
3
17
The rating label is located
on the bottom of the unit.

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General Information
- Controls and Indicators -
Controls and Indicators (continued)
!Remote control Reference page
1.Remote Control Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.On/Stand-by Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.Video CD/CD Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 29
4.Tuner Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.Timer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
6.Clock Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 33
7.Memory Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 25, 32
8.Dimmer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
9.Surround Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
10.Volume Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
11.Video/Auxiliary Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
12. Video CD TV Type Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
13.Band Selector Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
14. Video CD/CD Clear Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
15.Sleep Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
16. Random/Repeat Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
17.Disc Compartment Cover Open/Close Button . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
18. Audio Mode Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
19.Tuner Preset Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
20.Video CD Skip or Previous, CD Track Down Button . . 21, 23, 30
21.Video CD/CD Fast Reverse, Tuning Down Button . . . 23, 30, 31
22.Video CD/CD Play Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 22, 29
23.Video CD Skip or Next, CD Track Up Button . . . . . . . 21, 23, 30
24.Video CD/CD Fast Forward, Tuning Up Button . . . . . 23, 30, 31
25.Video CD/CD Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 22, 29
26.Video CD Stop or Return, CD Stop Button . . . . . . . . 20, 22, 29
27.Tuner Preset Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
28.Bass Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
29.Video CD/CD Direct Search Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
30. Video CD Intro Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
31. Video CD Track Digest Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
32.Treble Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
33. Video CD Playback Control Auto/Off Button . . . . . . . . . . . 21
34. Video CD/CD Display Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
35. Video CD Time Search Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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
13
12
14
15
16
17
19 23
24
25
20
21
22
26 27
18
28 32
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30 33
34
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31
Battery installation for remote control (See page 8.)

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Preparation for Use
- 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 leak-
age.
Caution:
"Do not use rechargeable batteries (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.).
"Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit to malfunc-
tion.
Notes concerning use:
"Replace the batteries if the operating distance is reduced or if the
operation becomes erratic. Purchase 2 "AAA" size batteries (UM-
4, R03, HP-16 or similar).
"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 9 - 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.
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 towards the
battery terminals.
3 Replace the cover.
0.2 m - 6 m
(8" - 20')
Remote sensor

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Preparation for Use
- System Connections -
System Connections
Right speaker Left speaker
FM aerial
AM loop aerial MD recorder
not supplied
Right speaker Left speaker
TV
Wall socket
(See page 12.)
Black wire
Black wire
with white dots

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Preparation for Use
- System Connections -
!Aerial connection
Notes:
"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.
"When static is still heard even after adjusting the position of the
AM loop aerial, try reversing the wire connections.
Installing the AM loop aerial:
External FM or AM aerial:
Use an external FM or AM aerial if you require better reception.
Consult your dealer.
Notes:
"When an external FM aerial is used, disconnect the supplied FM
aerial wire from the FM 75 OHMS socket.
"When using an external AM aerial, be sure to keep the wire of the
AM loop aerial connected.
!Speaker connection
Connect the black wire with white dots to the minus (-) terminal and
the black wire to the plus (+) terminal.
Caution:
"Connect the speaker wires to the speakers first, then to the
unit.
"Use speakers with an impedance of 6 ohms or more, as lower
impedance speakers can damage the unit.
"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.
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 and GND terminals. Position the
AM loop aerial for optimum reception.
Place the AM loop aerial on a shelf,
etc., or attach it to a stand or a wall with
screws (not supplied).
< Assembling > < Attaching to the wall >
Wall Screws (not supplied)
External
FM aerial External AM aerial
15 m (49 feet)
7.5 m (25 feet)
AM loop aerial
Earth rod
Incorrect Incorrect

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Preparation for Use
- System Connections -
System Connections (continued)
!Placing the speaker system
There is no distinction between the right and the left speakers.
!TV/monitor connection
If the TV/monitor has a video input, connect it to VIDEO OUT socket
on the rear of the unit.
Note:
If the TV/monitor does not have a video input, the VIDEO OUT
socket on the unit should be connected to a VCR with a video input,
which in turn should be connected to the TV/monitor through the TV
ANTENNA/CABLE input. (Be sure to turn on the VCR, and set the
VCR's input mode to "auxiliary".)
Left speaker Right speaker
Speaker grilles are removable:
Make sure nothing comes into contact
with the speaker diaphragms when you
remove the speaker grilles.
Notes:
"The speakers 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 speakers further away from the TV.
"If any kind of magnet or an electromagnet is placed too close to
the TV and the system, irregular colours may appear on the TV
screen.
TV
To video
input socket
Video cable

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Preparation for Use
- System Connections -
!Setting the AC voltage selector
Check the setting of the AC voltage selector located on the rear
panel before plugging the unit into a wall socket. If necessary, adjust
the selector to correspond to the AC power voltage used in your
area.
Turn the selector with a screwdriver until the appropriate volt-
age number appears in the window (110 V, 127 V, 220 V or 230 V
- 240 V AC).
!Connecting the AC power lead
After checking all the connections have been made correctly,
connect the AC power lead to the AC power input socket, then
into the wall socket.
Notes:
"Unplug the AC power lead from the wall socket if the unit will not
be in use for a prolonged period of time.
"Never use a power lead other than the one supplied. Use of a
power lead other than the one supplied may cause an elec-
tric shock or fire.
Wall socket
(220V, 50/60 Hz)

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Preparation for Use
- System Connections -
System Connections (continued)
!Setting the AM/FM interval
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has established
that member countries should maintain either a 10 kHz or 9 kHz
interval between broadcasting frequencies of AM stations and 100
kHz or 50 kHz for FM stations. The illustration shows the 50/9 kHz
zones (regions 1 and 3), and the 100/10 kHz zone (region 2).
This product is not equipped with a span selector. However, it will be
adjusted to a 9 kHz AM (50 kHz FM) interval when shipped from the
factory.
Before using the unit, be sure to set it to the AM/FM tuning interval
(span) used in your area.
To check the tuning span currently selected:
To change from a 9 kHz AM (50 kHz FM) interval to a 10 kHz AM
(100 kHz FM) interval:
To return to a 9 kHz AM (50 kHz FM) interval:
Caution:
"When the unit is left for a few hours after the span has been
switched and the AC power lead disconnected, the AM span will
be automatically returned to 9 kHz (FM span to 50 kHz). If this
happens, set the span again.
"When the span is switched, all the memorised stations will be
cancelled.
1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2 Press the FUNCTION button until "AM" appears on the display.
"If "AM 531 kHz" is displayed, it means that AM stations have
been adjusted for a 9 kHz span and FM stations for 50 kHz
span. If "AM 530 kHz" is displayed, AM stations have been ad-
justed for a 10 kHz span and FM stations for 100 kHz span.
1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the stand-by mode.
2 Hold down the button and the MEMORY/SET button for at
least 4 seconds. Release the buttons when "AM SP 10 kHz" and
"FM SP 100 kHz" are displayed alternately.
"The clock display will reappear.
1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the stand-by mode.
2 Hold down the button and the MEMORY/SET button for at
least 4 seconds. Release the buttons when "AM SP 9 kHz" and
"FM SP 50 kHz" are displayed alternately.
"The clock display will reappear.

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XL-3000V
Basic Operation
- General Control -
General Control
!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 but-
ton on the remote control.
!Opening and closing the disc compartment
The disc compartment cover is motorised.
When the power is turned on, you can open or close the disc com-
partment cover by pressing the (OPEN/CLOSE) button.
Caution:
"Do not open or close the disc compartment cover manually. It
may cause malfunctions to the unit.
"Be careful not to jam your fingers in the disc 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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XL-3000V
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 24-hour (0:00) 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 24-hour or 12-hour display:
1Press the CLOCK button and within 3 seconds, press
the MEMORY button.
2Within 1 minute, press the PRESET ( or ) button to
select 24-hour or 12-hour display and then press the
MEMORY 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)
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 37 for details.]
3Within 1 minute, press the PRESET ( or ) button to
adjust the hour and then press the MEMORY button.
When the 12-hour display is selected, "AM" will change auto-
matically to "PM".
4Within 1 minute, press the PRESET ( or ) button to
adjust the minutes and then press the MEMORY button.
"The hour will not advance even if minutes advance from "59"
to "00".
"The clock starts from "0" second. (Seconds are not dis-
played.)
1 Clear all the programmed contents. [Refer to "Clearing all the
memory (reset)" on page 37 for details.]
2 Perform "Setting the Clock" from the beginning.

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Video CD Playback
- Video CD -
Video CD
Any CD that contains motion pictures can be played.
You can enjoy motion pictures with the sound quality of MDs and the
picture quality of VHS tapes.
Digital compression technology allows the continuous playback of
up to 74 minutes from a 12 cm disc.
With video CDs, you can select the items you want to watch from the
on-screen menu. Discs which support "Playback control" can dis-
play still pictures. (See pages 19 - 21.)
The disc symbols are found on the disc labels or jackets.
!Types of discs
This unit handles video CDs that support PBC (version 2.0). (PBC is
an abbreviation of "Playback Control".)
You can enjoy the following two types of playback, depending on the
disc.
Notes:
"Video CDs are recorded in PAL or NTSC format.
"Analogue system CDVs (12 cm) cannot be played.
"Photo CDs and CD-ROMs cannot be played.
Symbol
Size 8 cm (3") 12 cm (5")
Label sides 1 side 1 side
Audio recording format Digital
(max. 20 min) Digital (max. 74 min)
Video recording format MPEG 1
Disc type Features
Video CDs without PBC
(version 1.1) Sound and motion pictures can be played using the same control opera-
tions as applied to music CDs.
Video CDs with PBC
(version 2.0) In addition tothe features shown above (for discs without PBC), PBC CDs have
a menu that is displayed on the TV
screen.Youcanplayinteractivegames
and make use of other software with
the retrieval function (menu playback).
You can also display high resolution or
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Video CD Playback
- Preparation for Video CD Playback -
Preparation for Video CD Playback
!Adjusting the TV and VCR
The TV and VCR input varies according to connection method. Be
sure to make the settings correctly. (Then, follow the playback pro-
cedure on pages 19 - 21 to check the settings.)
!Selecting the video output format
Video CD is recorded in PAL or NTSC format.
Select the video output format (PAL or NTSC) according to your TV
or VCR.
To select the video output format:
Notes:
"When you watch a PAL disc in the NTSC mode or an NTSC disc
in the PAL mode, the vertical size of the picture will not be modi-
fied.
"If a multi-mode TV is equipped with an input selector switch, set
the switch to "MULTI MODE". For the details, refer to the TV oper-
ation manual.
"Do not change the video output format during playback. If you do,
the picture signal may not be output properly.
"Picture may be distorted when the setting is switched. This is not
the malfunction of the unit.
"If the unit is set to the stand-by mode or the function is changed
from CD to another, the setting will change back to the state at
the factory shipment (default setting). The setting details vary
depending on areas.
"Whilst playing back a music CD, you cannot switch to NTSC or
PAL.
VCR
TV
TV
Set the input selector
to AUX.
Set the TV/VCR selector
to VCR.
Set the input selector
to VCR.
Set the input selector
to VCR.
<For TV sets with a video input socket>
<For TV sets without a video input socket>
1 Turn the power on and set the function to CD.
2 Whilst in the stop mode, press the TV TYPE button.
Each time this button is pressed, the format will change in the fol-
lowing order:
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Video CD Playback
- Playback of a Video CD with P. B. C. (Version 2.0) -
Playback of a Video CD with P. B. C. (Version 2.0)
Playback control:
Video CDs that support "Playback control" can display still pictures.
This function can be used with video CD software (video CDs with
playback control) that have a playback method recorded on them.
You can select items you want to watch from the menu displayed on
the TV screen, or you can show still pictures.
1Turn on the TV and set the input selector to "VCR".
2Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
3Press the FUNCTION button until "CD" or "NO DISC"
appears on the display.
When operating with the remote control, press the CD button.
4Press the (OPEN/CLOSE) button to open the disc
compartment.
5Place a video CD with P.B.C. on the spindle, label side
up.
Be sure to place 8 cm (3") disc in the middle of a disc holder.
6Press the (OPEN/
CLOSE) button to
close the disc com-
partment. Total number of
tracks Total playing time
7Press the ( ) button.
A menu will appear on the TV and play-
back will be paused.
12 cm (5") 8 cm (3")
PLAY P.B.C
SELECT -- : --
1
2
<TV screen>
Sound Control (See page 15.)