Teac EX-M3 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
9A09732300
EX-M3
CD RECEIVER SYSTEM
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Important Safety Instructions 1
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AC POWER CORD CONNECTION
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG
TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
CORDE DE CONNEXION CA
ATTENTION:
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA
LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU
FOND.
For CANADA
Pour le CANADA
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 instructions, 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 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 equipment and/or the receiving
antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipments not expressly
approved by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance will void the
user's warranty.
For U.S.A.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
E
R
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 enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
<DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE HOUSING USING
SCREWDRIVER.
<USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
<IF YOU SHOULD EXPERIENCE ANY PROBLEMS WITH THIS
PRODUCT THAT CANNOT BE RESOLVED WITH THE
"TROUBLESHOOTING" SECTION LATER IN THIS MANUAL,
CONTACT A TEAC AUTHORIZED SERVICE AGENCY. DO NOT
CONTINUE TO USE THE PRODUCT UNTIL THE PROBLEM IS
RESOLVED.
This product has been designed and manufactured according to
FDA regulations “title 21, CFR, chapter 1, subchapter J, based on
the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968“, and is
classified as class 1 laser product. There is not hazardous
invisible laser radiation during operation because invisible laser
radiation emitted inside of this product is completely confined in
the protective housings.
The label required in this regulation is shown ①.
For U.S.A.
①
Optical pickup:
Type : SF-P200Z
Manufacturer : SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.
Laser output : Less than 0.5 mW on the objective lens
Wavelength : 765 - 815 nm

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Important Safety Instructions 2
CAUTION
<Read all of these Instructions.
<Save these Instructions for later use.
<Follow all Warnings and Instructions marked on the audio
equipment.
1) Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the product is operated.
2) Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3) Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4) Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5) Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp
cloth for cleaning.
6) Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7) Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water — for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a
wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8) Accessories — Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious
injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only
with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product
should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.
9) A product and cart combination should be moved
with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.
10) Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked
or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product
should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or
rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.
11) Power Sources — This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product
dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate
from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
12) Grounding or Polarization — This product may be equipped with
a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully
into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
13) Power-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, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
product.
14) Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage
surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of
the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention
to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the
point of cable entry as practical."
15) Lightning — For added protection for this product during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product
due to lightning and power-line surges.
16) Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located
in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken
to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with
them might be fatal.
17) Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in risk of fire or
electric shock.
18) Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into
this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
19) Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
20) Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a ) when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b ) if liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c ) if the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d)if the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
e) if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f)when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance _ this
indicates a need for service.
21) Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or
other hazards.
22) Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
23) Wall or Ceiling Mounting — The product should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
24) Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
Example of Antenna Grounding
as per National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
GROUND
CLAMP

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Before Use
Read this before operation
<As the unit may become warm during operation, always leave
sufficient space around the unit for ventilation.
<The voltage supplied to the unit should match the voltage as
printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding this
matter, consult an electrician.
<Choose the installation location of your unit carefully. Avoid
placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also
avoid locations subject to vibrations and excessive dust, heat,
cold or moisture.
<Do not place the unit on any high heat-producing units like
your amplifier/receiver.
<Do not open the cabinet as this might result in damage to the
circuitry or electrical shock. If a foreign object should get into
the set, contact your dealer or service agency.
<When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always
pull directly on the plug, never yank the cord.
<To keep the laser pickup clean, do not touch it, and do not
forget to close the flap lid when not using the CD player.
<Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents as this
might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
<Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
DO NOT MOVE THE UNIT DURING CD PLAYBACK
During playback, the disc rotates at high speed. Do NOT lift or
move the unit during playback. Doing so may damage the disc.
WHEN MOVING THIS UNIT
When changing places of installation or packing the unit for
moving, be sure to remove the disc. Then, press the power
switch to turn the power off, and disconnect the power cord.
Moving this unit with the disc loaded may result in damage to
this unit.
Beware of condensation
When the unit (or a disc) is moved from a cold to a warm place,
or used after a sudden temperature change, there is a danger
of condensation; vapor in the air could condense on the
internal mechanism, making correct operation impossible. To
prevent this, or if this occurs, leave the unit for one or two
hours with the power turned on. The unit will stabilize at the
temperature of its surroundings.
Maintenance
If the surface of the unit gets dirty, wipe with a soft cloth or use
diluted neutral cleaning liquid. Be sure to remove any fluid
completely. Do not use thinner, benzine or alcohol as they may
damage the surface of the unit.
Contents
Thank you for choosing TEAC. Read this manual carefully to get
the best performance from this unit.
Important Safety Instructions ....................................................... 2
Before Use ........................................................................................ 4
Compact Disc ................................................................................... 5
Cassette Tape .................................................................................. 6
Battery Installation .......................................................................... 6
Remote Control Unit ........................................................................ 7
Connections ..................................................................................... 7
Names of Each Control ................................................................... 8
Basic Operation ............................................................................. 10
Listening to CDs ............................................................................. 11
Repeat Playback - CD ................................................................... 12
Shuffle Playback - CD ................................................................... 12
Programmed Playback - CD ........................................................ 13
Listening to Radio Programs ....................................................... 14
Storing Preset Stations ................................................................ 14
Listening to Tapes ......................................................................... 15
Tape Recording ............................................................................. 16
Clock Adjustment .......................................................................... 17
Timer Setting .................................................................................. 18
Trouble Shooting ........................................................................... 19
Specifications ................................................................................ 19

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Compact Disc
<Never use such chemicals as record sprays, antistatic sprays
or fluid, benzine or thinner to clean the discs. Such chemicals
will do irreparable damage to the disc's plastic surface.
<Discs should be returned to their cases after use to avoid dust
and scratches that could cause the laser pickup to "skip."
<Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or high humidity and
temperature for extended periods. Long exposure to high
temperatures will warp the disc.
<CD-R discs are more sensitive to the effects of heat and
ultraviolet rays than ordinary CDs. It is important that they are
not stored in a location where direct sunlight will fall on them,
and which is away from sources of heat such as radiators or
heat-generating electrical devices.
<Printable CD-R discs aren't recommended, as the label side
might be sticky and damage the unit.
<Do not stick papers or protective sheets on the discs and do
not use any protective coating spray.
<Use a soft oil-based felt-tipped pen to write the information on
the label side. Never use a ball-point or hard-tipped pen, as
this may cause damage to the recorded side.
<Never use a stabilizer. Using commercially available CD
stabilizers with this unit will damage the mechanisms and
cause them to malfunction.
<Do not use irregular shape CDs (octagonal, heart-shape, etc.).
CDs of this sort can damage the unit.
Discs which can be played on this unit:
•Conventional audio CDs bearing the CD-DA logo on the
label:?
•Properly finalized CD-R discs
Note:
<Depending on the quality of the disc and/or the condition of the
recording, some CD-R discs may not be playable.
<CD-RW discs cannot be played on this unit.
<Copy-protected discs and other discs which do not conform to
the CD standard may not play back correctly in this player.
If you use such discs in this unit, TEAC Corporation and its
subsidiaries cannot be responsible for any consequences or
guarantee the quality of reproduction. If you experience
problems with such non-standard discs, you should contact
the producers of the disc.
<Always place the disc on the disc tray with the label side
uppermost. (Compact discs can be played or recorded only on
one side.)
<To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the
center of the case and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by
the edges.
How to remove the disc How to hold the disc
<Should the disc become dirty, wipe the surface radially with a
soft, dry cloth.
<If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of a CD-R
disc, read the precautions supplied with the disc, or contact
the disc manufacturer directly.

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Battery Installation
Remote Control Unit
Battery Replacement
If the distance required between the remote control unit and
main unit decreases, the batteries are exhausted. In this case
replace the batteries with new ones.
Precautions concerning batteries
<Be sure to insert two "AA"(R6, SUM-3) dry batteries with
correct positive "+" and negative "_" polarities.
<Use batteries of the same type. Never use different types of
batteries together.
<Rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries can be used.
Refer to the precautions on their labels.
<When the remote control unit is not to be used for a long time
(more than a month), remove the batteries from the remote
control unit to prevent them from leaking. If they leak, wipe
away the liquid inside the battery compartment and replace the
batteries with new ones.
<Do not heat or disassemble batteries and never dispose of old
batteries by throwing them in a fire.
Main Unit
(Underside of the unit)
These batteries supply a backup power to a built-in clock when
the unit is momentarily disconnected from the AC power line.
Cassette Tape
Tape Handling
Use your finger or a pencil to turn the cassette's hub and take
up any slack tape.
<Avoid touching the tape. Fingerprints attract dust and dirt.
Do not store tapes in the following places:
<On top of heaters, exposed to direct sunlight or in any other
places with high temperatures.
<Near speakers, on TV sets or amplifiers or where they would
be exposed to strong magnetic fields.
<Where humidity is high and in dirty, dusty places.
<Avoid dropping or subjecting cassettes to excessive shocks.
<As C-120 tapes are physically weak and could become
entangled in the transport mechanism, do not use them.
Maintenance
The heads and tape path should be cleaned and demagnetized
periodically.
Cleaning Tape Path
<Apply head cleaning fluid to a cotton swab or soft cloth, and
lightly rub the heads , capstan and all metal parts in the
tape path.
<Also clean the pinch roller using rubber cleaning fluid.
C
BA
b
c
a
Tape Selection
Metal and chrome (cobalt) tapes have identification holes.
<This unit can play normal (Type!) tape only.
AB
AC
Demagnetizing Heads
Be sure that the power is off, then demagnetize the heads
using a demagnetizer. For details of its use, read its
instructions.
Normal (Type!)
CrO2 (Type@)
Metal (Type!%)
c
b
a

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Remote Control Unit
Connections
Using the Remote Control Unit
The provided Remote Control Unit allows the unit to be
operated from a distance (with the exception of the tape
transport). When operating the remote control unit, point it
towards the remote sensor on the front panel of the unit.
1
2
3
CAUTION
Do not plug the power cord of any component into AC outlets
and do not turn their POWER switches on until all connections
have been performed.
A
B
C
FM feeder antenna
Extend the lead and fix it to a window frame or wall with
thumbtacks or the like, where reception is best.
SPEAKERS
Please connect the black cord to _and the cord with gray
print to +.
AC power cord
Connect this cord to the electrical outlet.
C
B
A
<Even if the remote control unit is operated within the effective
range, remote control operation may be impossible if there are
any obstacles between the unit and the remote control.
<If the remote control unit is operated near other appliances
which generate infrared rays, or if other remote control
devices using infrared rays are used near the unit, it may
operate incorrectly. Conversely, the other appliances may
operate incorrectly.

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Names of Each Control (1)
TOP
Cassette holder
Tape transport control buttons
FRONT
POWER button
Turns on and off the power of this unit.
TIMER button
This button is used to disable and enable a preset timer-on/-off
time.
EEPS button (Electronic Equalizer Preset System)
This button offers Flat, Rock, Jazz, Pop and Classic modes.
PHONES jack
Connect optional headphones to this jack.
TIME MODE button
To switch between different modes of time.
MEMORY / TIME SET button
This button is used for programed playback of CD or to preset
broadcasts. Also used to change between the hours and the
minutes when setting a built-in clock or timer-on or -off times.
REPEAT / PRESET UP button
While in CD mode, this button is used to change the repeat
mode. While in Tuner mode, this button switches preset
stations up.
VOLUME button (+ / –)
Use this button to adjust the volume level.
./// TUNING buttons ( and )
When playing a CD, use this buttons to skip tracks. Holding
down either button offers "cue" or "review" functions.
While in Tuner mode, these buttons are used to seach for
broadcasts.
FUNCTION (TUNER, TAPE, CD)
Use these buttons to select a source.
In TUNER mode, press the TUNER (BAND) button to select FM
or AM.
OPEN/CLOSE button (L)
This opens and closes the CD compartment lid while in CD
mode.
M
L
K
J
I
H
G
F
E
D
The equipment draws nominal non-operating power from the
AC outlet with its POWER switch in the OFF position.
C
B
A
V
MC
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Play/pause button (G/J)
Press this button to start and pause playing CD.
Stop button
Stops the CD play.
Remote sensor
To control the unit from the remote, point it at this spot.
Remote Control
Numeric buttons
They are used to directly access preset stations while in
TUNER mode, or tracks while in CD mode.
INTRO CHECK button
This button offers a 10-second intro-scan through CD tracks.
FM MODE button
In Tuner mode, puts the tuner into mono mode typically to
reduce noise in weak FM stereo signals.
SHUFFLE button
Use this button to play all tracks on the CD at random.
MUTING button
Cuts the output to the speakers or headphones.
In the Display of the Main Unit
Indicators
1) When the current time is displayed:
a solid "TIMER ON" reminds you that a timer-controlled power-
on time is set and in effect. Similarly with "TIMER OFF".
2) When you switch the time mode to show preset timer-on or -
off times:
the "TIMER" in "TIMER ON" or in "TIMER OFF" blinks.
(More of TIMER ON OFF later)
"STEREO" indicator lights when tuned in to a stereo FM station.
"SHUFFLE" indicator lights when a CD is in shuffle play.
"INTRO" indicator lights when a CD is in intro play.
"FM" or "AM" indicators light when the unit is in Tuner mode.
"REPEAT" lights when a CD is playing in Repeat mode.
"CH" refers to a preset radio channel number.
"TRACK" refers to a CD track number.
"REMAIN" indicator lights when a CD is playing and the
remaining playtime is displayed. (The remaining time indication
is accessed via the TIME MODE switch.)
"FLAT", "ROCK", "JAZZ", "POP" or "CLASSIC" indicators are lit as
selected by the EEPS switch.
V
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Names of Each Control (2)
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K
M
H
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Q
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RESET switch
In the following cases, function buttons may not work properly.
When the system is damaged by some electrical shock.
When the power is irregular or has electrical noises.
In these cases, press the RESET switch once or twice with a
pencil or a ball-point pen lightly.
(On the rear panel)
Note:
To simplify explanations, instructions refer to names of buttons
and controls on the front panel, making no mention of the use
of remote control unit.

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Basic Operation
A
BC
D
Adjusting the volume
A
The volume is adjustable from 00 to 40 using the VOLUME
buttons. You can hold down the – or + buttons to reduce or
bring up the volume continuously.
EEPS (Electronic EQ Preset System)
B
To enjoy different sound, press the EEPS button.
Every time the EEPS button of the remote control unit is
pressed, the mode is changed as follows:
ROCK
JAZZ
POP
CLASSIC
FLAT (off)
Muting
C
To cut the sound temporarily, press the MUTING button. Press
the MUTING button again to restore the sound. If you change
the volume during the muting, the muting will be canceled.
Listening through headphones
D
Insert the headphone plug into the PHONES jack, and adjust
the volume. The sound from speakers will be cut off.

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Listening to CDs
3
5
6
4
1
2
Press the POWER switch to turn the unit ON.
1
Press the CD button to get "DISC" displayed.
2
Press the OPEN/CLOSE button (L) to open the disc
compartment lid.
3
Put a disc in place with the printed label facing you.
4
Notes
<Push the disc until it clicks in so that it securely seats on the
spindle.
<Never set more than one disc.
Press the OPEN/CLOSE button again to close the lid.
5
<A moment later, the display shows the total playback time and
the total number of tracks on the disc.
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button (y/J) to start playback.
6
Playback starts from the first track.
When the playback of all the tracks has been finished, the unit
stops automatically.

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Repeat Playback – CD
As you press the REPEAT button, "REPEAT" blinks, turns on solid
and then goes out, the mode changing as follows:
Repeat one track
Press the REPEAT button once during playback. The repeat
indicator blinks.
The track being played will be played repeatedly. If you press
the skip button (.//) and select another track, the track
you selected will be played repeatedly.
It is also possible to select a track to be repeated in the stop
mode. Press the REPEAT button and then select a track by
pressing the skip button (.//) or a numeric button.
Press the play/pause button (y/J) to start playback.
Repeat All the Tracks
All the tracks of the disc will be played repeatedly.
Press the REPEAT button twice. The repeat indicator lights
steadily.
<During program playback, only the programmed tracks will be
played in order repeatedly.
repeat one track
repeat all the tracks
(gone out: off)
Shuffle Playback – CD
Tracks can be played randomly.
If "REPEAT" is blinking to indicate that the single track repeat
function is activated, press the REPEAT button to get the
indicator lit steadily or gone out.
Press the SHUFFLE button and "SHUFFLE" is indicated in the
display.
To start shuffle playback, press the play/pause button (y/J).
<If you press the forward skip button (/) during shuffle play,
another track is randomly selected and is played.
<If you press the backward skip button (.) during shuffle
play, the currrent track is again played from the beginning.
<If you press the REPEAT button during shuffle play to let
"REPEAT" blink, the current track is played repeatedly.
<To stop shuffle play, press the stop button (H).
<To turn the SHUFFLE mode off, press the SHUFFLE button.

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Programmed Playback – CD
MEMORY / TIME SET
SKIP (.//)
PLAY/PAUSE (y/ J)
STOP (H)
Up to 16 tracks can be programmed in the desired order.
<Shuffle playback does not work during program playback.
Press the MEMORY button in the stop mode.
1
"Pr:01" is displayed, along with "MEMORY."
Press the skip button ( .or/ ) to select a track.
2
Press the MEMORY button.
3
The track is programmed and "Pr:02" is displayed.
Repeat steps and to program more tracks.
<You can program up to 16 tracks.
<To cancel the programming, press the STOP button (H). All the
tracks you have programmed so far are cleared from memory.
When the selection of track numbers is completed, press the
PLAY/PAUSE button (y/J) to start program playback.
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The programmed contents are kept in memory even after you
have switched the unit into the TUNER or TAPE modes or the
power is turned off.
To check the programmed order
A
In the stop mode, press the MEMORY button repeatedly.
The track number will be shown on the display.
To add a track to the end of the program
B
In the stop mode, press the MEMORY button repeatedly until
"- -" is displayed to the right of a program number.
Select a track number by pressing the skip button (.//)
and then press the MEMORY button.
The track is added to the end of the program.
To overwrite the program
C
In the stop mode, press the MEMORY button repeatedly until
the track number to be changed appears on the display.
Select a new track number by pressing the skip button
(.//) and then press the MEMORY button.
To clear the program
To clear the programmed contents, press the STOP button (H)
in the stop mode.
Pressing the OPEN/CLOSE button also clears the programmed
contents.
<If the unit is disconnected from the power supply, the
programmed contents will be cleared.
D

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Listening to Radio Programs Storing Preset Stations
3
1
2
A
2
1
2 3
3
A3
Press the TUNER (BAND) button.
1
To select the band (AM or FM), press the TUNER (BAND)
button again.
2
Select a station.
3
Hold down the TUNING button ( or ) for a while and
release the button. When a station is tuned in, the tuning stops
automatically.
Repeat this step until the desired station is found.
Press the TUNING button to stop the tuning.
<To select stations which cannot be tuned automatically, press
the TUNING button repeatedly.
<"STEREO" is displayed when a stereo broadcast is tuned in.
If the reception is poor
A
Press the FM MODE button.
The unit is turned to mono mode, but the reception will
improve.
For a good reception, turn around the antenna so that you can
get the stations clearly.
Up to 20 FM and 12 AM stations can be stored in preset
memories.
Press the TUNER [BAND] button to select FM or AM.
1
Press the TUNING button and tune in a station to be stored as
a preset station and then press the MEMORY/TIME SET button.
2
Select a preset channel to store the station by pressing the
REPEAT/PRESET UP button or a numeric button, and then press
the MEMORY/TIME SET button.
3
Remember not to overwrite a preset channel. It is wise of you
to write down which stations are stored in which channels.
To store more stations, repeat steps to .
How to select preset stations
A
31
Press the PRESET UP button or numeric buttons to select a
preset channel.

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Listening to Tapes
1
1AD
B
3
C
2
The tape transport cannot be controlled from the remote
control unit.
Insert a cassette tape.
1
e
Press the STOP/EJECT button to open the cassette holder, load
a cassette with its exposed side facing you, and close the
cassette holder by pushing it.
<You can use only normal(Type!) tapes.
Press the TAPE button to select "TAPE".
2
Press the PLAY button(y).
3
To stop playback
A
Press the STOP/EJECT button (H/L) to stop playback.
To pause in the playback
B
Press the PAUSE button (J). To resume playback, press the
button again.
Fast forward and rewind
C
Press the F FWD (,) or the REW (m) button.
Press the STOP/EJECT button (H/L) to stop the fast forward or
rewind operation.
<When the tape is wound up to the end, be sure to press the
STOP button to stop the unit.
To take out the cassette tape
D
Press the STOP/EJECT button (H/L) to stop playback, then
press the button again to open the cassette holder.

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Tape Recording
1
1
3A
2
Load a recordable cassette tape into the cassette holder.
1
<You can use only normal(Type!) tapes.
If the safety tabs of the cassette tape have
been broken off, cover the holes with
adhesive tape.
Select the source to be recorded by pressing the TUNER or the
CD button.
2
Press the RECORD button(K).
3
The RECORD button is locked to the PLAY button: When the
RECORD button is pressed down, the PLAY button also is.
The recording starts.
<It is possible to record during Shuffle playback or program
playback.
To stop recording
Press the STOP/EJECT button(H/L).
A
BEAT CUT switch
If you hear an unusual sound while recording AM radio
broadcasts, eliminate or suppress it by changing the position of
the BEAT CUT switch on the rear panel.
B

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Clock Adjustment
SKIP (.//)
TIME MODE
MEMORY / TIME SET
The clock can be adjusted whether the unit is turned on or off.
If the unit is turned on, press the TIME MODE button.
You need to press the switch twice if a CD is currrently playing.
1
Press the MEMORY/TIME SET button.
The hours start blinking.
2
Blinking
Press the skip/TUNING buttons as many times as necessary to
enter the number of hours, and then press the MEMORY/TIME
SET button.
The minutes start blinking.
3
Blinking
Similarly with the hours, press the skip/TUNING buttons as
many times as necessary to enter the number of minutes, and
then press the MEMORY/TIME SET button.
4

18
Timer Setting
Timer Playback
Set the start time.
Select a source by pressing the CD, TUNER or TAPE button.
Prepare the source. When you select "TUNER", be sure a
station is tuned in.
Press the POWER switch to turn the unit off (standby).
When "TAPE" is selected, press the PLAY button of TAPE and
leave it depressed. The unit will turn on at the specified time
and the tape will begin playing.
Timer Recording
Set the start time.
Load a recordable cassette tape into the cassette holder.
Select a source to be recorded by pressing the CD or TUNER
button.
<Do not select "TAPE". You will record to the tape from either a
CD or the tuner so select the source you wish to record FROM.
<When you select "TUNER", be sure the proper station is tuned.
Press the POWER switch to turn the unit off (standby).
Press the RECORD button.
The unit will turn on and start recording at the specified time.
To turn OFF the timer feature
Press the TIME MODE button repeatedly until "TIMER" and
"ON" (or "TIMER" and "OFF") appears on the display.
While "ON" or "OFF" lights steadily, "TIMER" blinks.
Press the TIMER button.
"TIMER" and "ON" (or "TIMER" and "OFF") start blinking.
Each time the TIMER button is pressed, the timer mode is
changed as follows:
blinking "TIMER" and blinking "ON" : timer is inactive.
blinking "TIMER" and solid "ON" : timer is active.
Press the TIME MODE button once or twice to display the
clock (or current source).
"TIMER" and "ON" (or "TIMER" and "OFF") go off.
3
2
1
5
4
3
2
1
3
2
1
<The unit can be programmed to turn on at a specified time.
<The unit will automatically turn off 60 minutes after the
specified time.
<Adjust the clock before setting the timer.
Press the TIME MODE button repeatedly until TIMER ON
indicator appears on the display.
Each time the TIME MODE button is pressed, the display is
changed as follows:
Press the MEMORY/TIME SET button.
The "hour" value starts blinking.
Set the start time (hour) by pressing the SKIP buttons, and
press the MEMORY/TIME SET button.
The "minutes" value starts blinking.
Set the start time (minutes) by pressing the SKIP buttons, and
press the MEMORY/TIME SET button.
Press the TIME MODE button.
TIMER OFF indicator appears on the display.
<If you want to turn off the unit anytime within 60 minutes from
the start time, you can set the off time, otherwise the unit will
automatically turn off after 60 minutes. If you aren't interested
in setting the off time, proceed to step .
1. Press the MEMORY/TIME SET button.
The "hour" value starts blinking.
2. Set the off time (hour) by pressing the SKIP buttons, and
press the MEMORY/TIME SET button.
The "minutes" value starts blinking.
3. Set the off time (minutes) by pressing the SKIP buttons, and
press the MEMORY/TIME SET button.
Press the TIME MODE button.
Now the timer setting has been finished, and "TIMER" and "ON"
lights on the display.
6
6
5
4
3
2
1
(source) clock
TIMER OFF TIMER ON
When the power is on:
clock
TIMER OFF TIMER ON
When the power is off:
SKIP
.//
MEMORY
TIME SET
TIME MODE

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Trouble Shooting
In case of trouble with the unit, please take the trouble to look
through this chart and see if you can solve the problem yourself
before you call your dealer or TEAC service center.
General
No power
eCheck the connection to the AC power supply.
No sound from speakers.
eCheck the connection to the speakers.
eAdjust the volume.
eSelect proper source.
ePull out the headphones’ plug from PHONES jack.
eIf muting is on, press the MUTING button.
The sound is noisy.
eThe unit is too close to a TV set or similar appliances. Install
the unit apart from them, or turn them off.
The power to the unit suddenly turns off.
eWhen the timer function is active, the power automatically
turns off after 60 minutes (see page 18).
Remote Control Unit
Remote control doesn’t work.
eIf the batteries are exhausted, change the batteries.
eUse remote control unit within the range (5m/15ft) and point
at the front panel.
eClear obstacles between the remote control unit and the
main unit.
eIf a fluorescent light is near the unit, put it off.
Cassette Tape Deck
The cassette holder cannot be closed.
eInsert a cassette tape securely with its exposed side facing
you.
No sound. Sound is distorted or noisy.
eIf a blank tape is loaded, replace it with a prerecorded tape.
eClean and demagnetize the heads.
Cannot record.
eIf the safety tabs of the cassette tape have been broken off,
cover the holes with adhesive tape.
eClean and demagnetize the heads.
eUse normal(Type!) tapes.
Tuner
Cannot listen to any station, or signal is too weak.
eTune in the station properly.
eIf a TV is near the unit, put it off.
eRe-orient the antenna until reception improves.
Though the broadcast is stereo, it sounds monaural.
ePress the FM MODE button.
CD Player
Cannot play.
eLoad a disc with label side facing you.
eIf the disc is dirty, clean the surface of the disc.
One track is played repeatedly.
ePress the REPEAT button to cancel the repeat mode.
Sound skips.
ePlace the unit on a stable place to avoid vibration and shock.
eIf the disc is dirty, clean the surface of the disc.
eDon’t use scratched, damaged or warped discs.
Specifications
CD Player
Pickup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-beam pick-up
Wavelength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 790 nm
Audio frequency response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Hz ~ 22 kHz
Cassette deck
Track System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-track 2-channel stereo
Tape Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.76 cm/sec
Wow and Flutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.4 % or less
Tuner
System . . . . . . . . . PLL quartz-locked digital synthesizer system
FM tuning range. . . . . . . . . . . . 87.50 ~ 108.00 MHz (100 kHz step)
AM tuning range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 530 ~ 1,710 kHz (10 kHz step)
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FM pigtail antenna
AM bar antenna (built-in)
General
Output power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 W x 2
Power requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 W
Dimensions (WxHxD)
5-7/8" x 9-3/16" x 8-3/4" (150 x 233 x 223 mm)
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13 /16 lb (3.1 kg)
Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . Remote control unit (RC-909) x 1
Speaker
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-way
Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ohm
Dimensions (WxHxD)
5-3/4" x 9-3/16" x 7-7/8" (146 x 233 x 200 mm)
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3/16 lb (1.9 kg)x 2
<Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
<Illustrations may differ slightly from production models.

0203.MA-0779A
This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel. Please record
the model number and serial number and retain them for your records.
Model number Serial number
TEAC CORPORATION 3-7-3, Nakacho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180-8550, Japan Phone: [phone]
TEAC AMERICA, INC. 7733 Telegraph Road, Montebello, California 90640 Phone: [phone]
TEAC CANADA LTD. 5939 Wallace Street, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1Z8, Canada Phone: [phone]
TEAC MEXICO, S.A. De C.V Campesions 184, Col.Granjas Esmeralda, 09810, Mexico Phone: [phone]
TEAC UK LIMITED 5 Marlin House, Croxley Business Park, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 8TE, U.K. Phone: [phone]
TEAC DEUTSCHLAND GmbH Bahnstrasse 12, 65205 Wiesbaden-Erbenheim, Germany Phone: [phone]
TEAC FRANCE S.A. 17, Rue Alexis-de-Tocqueville, CE 005 92182 Antony Cedex, France Phone: [phone]
TEAC ITALIANA S.p.A. Via C. Cantù 11, 20092 Cinisello Balsamo, Milano, Italy Phone: [phone]
TEAC AUSTRALIA PTY., LTD. 280 William Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia Phone: [phone]
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