Teac MC-DX55 User manual

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MC-DX55
Micro Hi-Fi System
OWNER’S MANUAL
MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE
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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.
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
<DO NOT REMOVE THE EXTERNAL CASES OR CABINETS TO
EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
ARE WITHIN!
<IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PRODUCT,
CONTACT TEAC FOR A SERVICE REFERRAL. DO NOT USE THE
PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED.
<USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
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MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
This product is protected by certain intellectual property
rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of such technology
outside of this product is prohibited without a license from
Microsoft.
Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on the apparatus.
Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such
as a book case or similar unit.
The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power
from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON
switch not in the ON position.
The apparatus should be located close enough to the
AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord
plug at any time.
The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device, the
disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
Products with Class I construction are equipped with
a power supply cord that has a 3-prong grounding
plug. The cord of such a product must be plugged
into an AC outlet that has a protective grounding
connection.
If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack
or installed batteries), they should not be exposed to
sunshine, fire or excessive heat.
CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium
batteries: there is danger of explosion if a battery is
replaced with an incorrect type of battery. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type.
Caution should be taken when using earphones or
headphones with the product because excessive
sound pressure (volume) from earphones or
headphones can cause hearing loss.
CLASS II apparatus with double insulation,
and no protective earth provided.
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Contents
Thank you for choosing TEAC. Read this manual carefully
to get the best performance from this unit.
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Before Using the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Wall Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Unit Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Remote Control Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Basic Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
MP3/WMA compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Listening to CD/MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Repeat Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Shuffle Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Search Mode (MP3 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Programmed Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Listening to an External Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Listening to the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Preset Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
RDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
RDS (PTY Search 1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
RDS (PTY Search 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Setting the Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Before Using the Unit
Read this before operation
<As the unit may become warm during operation, always leave
sufficient space around the unit for ventilation.
The ventilation holes should not be covered. Make sure there
is at least 5 cm of space on each side of the unit. Do NOT
place anything on top of the unit.
<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. Avoid
locations subject to vibrations and excessive dust, heat, cold
or moisture.
<Do not place the unit on any other electronic components.
<Do not open the cabinet as this might result in damage to the
circuitry or electrical shock. If a foreign object should fall into
the unit, contact your dealer or service company as soon as
possible.
<When removing the power plug from a wall outlet, always
pull directly on the plug. Do not pull on the line cord.
<To keep the laser pickup clean, do not touch it and always
close the CD door after each use.
<Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents as
this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry, lint-free cloth.
<Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
CAUTION: DO NOT MOVE THE UNIT DURING PLAYBACK
During playback, the disc rotates at high speeds. Do NOT lift
or move the unit during playback. Doing so may damage the
disc or the unit.
WHEN MOVING THIS UNIT
When changing places of installation or packing the unit for
moving, be sure to remove the disc. Moving this unit with the
disc loaded may result in malfunction or other damage.
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Listening to MP3 (CD/USB/SD)
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Connection
Speaker (R) Speaker (L)
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Subwoofer
the main unit
Side panel of
the main unit
Real panel of
CAUTION
<Turn off the power of all the equipment before making
connections.
<Read instructions of each component you intend to use with
this unit.
<Be sure to insert each plug securely. To prevent hum and
noise, do not bundle the connection cords with the power
cord.
A
AM loop antenna
Position the antenna for the best sound.
If you want, you can hook the AM antenna on a wall as
shown below:
B
FM antenna
While in FM mode, tune in an FM station and extend the
lead to find the best position for reception. This antenna
may need to be repositioned if you move your unit to a new
location.
FM Outdoor Antenna
In an area where FM signals are weak, it will be necessary to
use a 75-ohm unbalanced-type outdoor FM antenna using
an optional (not supplied) matching transformer connected
to an external antenna. Generally, a 3-element antenna will
be sufficient; if you live in an area where the FM signals are
particularly weak, it may be necessary to use one with 5 or
more elements.
Outdoor FM Antenna (75Ω)
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Subwoofer
Connect the “TO SUBWOOFER” and the “FROM MAIN”
sockets using the supplied cable.
<Connect the Connectors in the direction as figured.
D
SPEAKERS
Connect the left speaker’s plug to L, and the right speaker’s
plug to R.
<Do not connect anything other than speakers to these
terminals.
E
AC Power Cord
Be sure to connect the power cord to an AC outlet which
supplies the correct voltage.
Hold the power plug when plugging or unplugging the
power cord. Never pull or yank on the power cord.
F
POWER switch of the Subwoofer
Use this switch to turn the system on or off.
The equipment draws a nominal amount of power from
the AC outlet even with its POWER switch in the OFF
position.
<If the power switch of the subwoofer turned off, the
settings kept in memory (clock, preset stations, timer
setting) will be erased.
To avoid loosing your settings, it is advisable to keep this
switch ON when not in use.
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AUX IN
You can connect a portable audio player to this jack.
Connect the LINE OUT or PHONES jack (audio output jack)
of the player using the supplied stereo mini plug cable.
When using the PHONES jack of your mini player, you must
adjust the volume of the mini-player or you may hear no
sound from your MC-DX55.
Wall Mounting
You can mount the left and right speakers on a wall.
Precautions
<Be aware that the length of the cables are approximately 2 m.
Do not attempt to mount the speakers too far from the main
unit.
<Drill holes into solid wall support, such as wooden frame or
concrete wall.
<TEAC supplies these brackets as a convenience to the product
owner. Consult your local building codes and exercise all
necessary caution when mounting these brackets. If you are
unsure how to use the supplied brackets, consult with a local
tradesmen or building supply expert.
To hook on the wall
1 Secure the brackets on the wall using the supplied screws.
<As a convenience, a set of tapered plastic anchors is supplied.
If you chose to use these anchors, drill a pilot hole using a
6mm drill bit then tap the anchor into the pilot hole.
Only use these anchors if they are appropriate for the
materials onto which the unit is to be mounted. Consult your
local hardware store if you are uncertain.
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Speaker
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Hang the speakers to the mounting tabs.

Unit Functions
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A REMOTE SENSOR
When operating the remote control unit, point it towards
here.
B VOLUME
Press the up “+” or the down “–” button to adjust the
volume.
C MEMORY/TIME SET
In CD, USB, SD mode, use this button to program tracks.
In TUNER mode, use this button to store preset channels into
memory.
This button is also used for clock adjustment and clock display.
D FM MODE/MP3
In FM TUNER mode, use this button to select stereo or
monaural.
During playback of a MP3 use this button to search track name.
During playback of CD, use this button to switch the ESP
function on or off.
E FM/AM
Use this button to select FM or AM (MW).
FUNCTION
Use this button to select a source (CD, USB, CARD, AUX or TUNER).
F
G STANDBY/ON
Press this switch to turn the unit on or off (standby).
The main unit is powered via the subwoofer. You need to first
turn on the subwoofer.
When the main unit is in the standby mode, the power
indicator of the Subwoofer is orange.
When the unit is turned on, the indicator turns blue.
The equipment draws a nominal amount of power from the
AC outlet even with its STANDBY/ON switch in the
STANDBY position.
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H PLAY/PAUSE (y/J)
Use this button to start or pause playback of CD, USB, SD/MP3.
OPEN/CLOSE ( )
Use this button to open and close the CD door.
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In CD, USB, SD/MP3 mode, momentarily press this button
to skip tracks.
Hold down this button to search for a part of a track.
In TUNER mode, momentarily press this button to tune in
stations.
In Standby mode, these buttons are used to set or adjust the
clock and the timer.
KCD door
LDisplay
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STOP (H)
Use this button to stop playback of CD, USB, SD/MP3.
NREPEAT/PTY
In CD, USB, SD mode, use this button for repeat playback.
In FM TUNER mode, use this button to start PTY search.
OTIMER
Use this button together with the SKIP buttons to set the timer.
BASS
Use these buttons to adjust the bass sound up or down.
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QTREBLE
Use these buttons to adjust the treble sounds up and down.
RPRESET /FOLDER ( / )
In TUNER mode, use these buttons to select preset stations.
During playback of a MP3 disc, USB, SD/MP3 use these
buttons to select a folder in the disc.
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SSLEEP
Use this button to set sleep timer.
MP3/RDS
SHUFFLE/FM MODE
In FM TUNER mode, use this button to select an RDS mode.
UMUTING
Use this button to mute the sound.
WDimmer ( )
Note:
To simplify explanations, instructions in this manual refer to
the names of the buttons and controls on the front panel
only. Associated controls on the remote control will also
operate similarly.
Remote Control Unit
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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 products
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 products may also
operate incorrectly.
Battery Installation
1. Remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Put in the lithium battery (CR2032, 3V).
3. Close the cover.
Battery Replacement
If the distance required between the remote control unit and
main unit decreases, the battery is exhausted. In this case,
replace the battery with a new one.
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Battery Precautions
Be sure to insert the batteries with correct positive “+”
and negative “ - ” polarities.
If the batteries leak, wipe away the leakage inside the
battery compartment and replace the batteries with
new ones.
If the remote control unit is not to be used for a long
time (more than a month), remove the battery from the
remote control unit to prevent it from exhaustion.
Do not use any batteries other than those specified.
Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Never throw them
in fire or water.
Do not carry or store batteries with other metallic
objects. The batteries could short circuit, leak or
explode.
Never recharge a battery unless it is confirmed to be a
rechargeable type.
In FM TUNER mode, use this button to select stereo or
monaural.
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Use this button for shuffle playback.
Use this button to change the brightness of the front panel
display.
During stopping of a MP3 disc, USB, SD use this button to
search track name.
During playback of CD, use this button to switch the ESP
function on or off.
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The provided Remote Control Unit allows the unit to be operated
from a distance.
When operating the remote control unit, point it towards the
remote sensor on the front panel of the unit.

Discs
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Discs that can be played on this unit:
CDs that bear the (12cm) “COMPACT disc DIGITAL
AUDIO” logo.
8cm discs cannot be played by this unit.
CD-R and CD-RW discs that have been correctly
recorded in the audio CD format and finalized.
Finalized CD-R and CD-RW discs that contain MP3/
WMA files.
Caution:
Playback of any other type of disc could cause loud
noise and damage to speakers as well as harm
hearing. Never play back any other type of disc.
Video CDs, CD-ROMs and similar types of discs can be
read by the unit, but they will make no sound when
played back.
Video and audio DVDs, DVD-ROMs and other types of
DVDs cannot be read and played back by this unit.
Copy-protected discs and other discs that do not
conform to the CD standard might not play correctly
in this player. If you use such discs in this unit, TEAC
Corporation and its subsidiaries will not be responsible
for any consequences or guarantee the quality of
reproduction. If you experience problems with such
non-standard discs, you should contact their issuers.
About CD-R/CD-RW discs
This unit can play back CD-R and CD-RW discs that have
been recorded in the audio CD format (CD-DA).
Discs created by a CD recorder must be finalized before
use with this unit.
Depending on disc quality and recording conditions,
playback of some discs might not be possible. Please
see the manual for the device that you used to create
the disc.
If you are uncertain about the handling of a CD-R
or CD-RW disc, please contact the seller of the disc
directly.
Caution:
Do not play any disc that is warped, deformed or
damaged. Playing such discs could cause irreparable
harm to the playing mechanisms.
Printable CD-R and CD-RW discs are not recommended
because their label sides could be sticky and damage
the unit.
Do not stick papers or protective sheets on the discs
and do not use any protective coating sprays.
Use a soft oil-based felt-tipped pen to write information
on the label side. Never use a ball-point or hard-tipped
pen, as this could 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 irregularly-shaped discs (octagonal, heart-
shaped, business card size, etc.). CDs with these shapes
could damage the unit.
Handling precautions
Always insert a disc with the label side up. Only one side
of a Compact Disc can be played.
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
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MP3/WMA compatibility
Storage precautions
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-
temperature and humidity for extended periods. Long
exposure to high temperatures will warp discs.
CD-R and CD-RW discs are more sensitive to the effects
of heat and ultraviolet rays than ordinary CDs. It is
important that they are not stored in locations where
they will be exposed to direct sunlight. They should also
be kept away from sources of heat, such as radiators and
heat-generating electrical devices.
Maintenance
If a disc becomes dirty, wipe its surface radially from the
center hole outward towards the outer edge with a soft,
dry cloth.
Never clean discs using chemicals such as record sprays,
antistatic sprays and fluids, benzene and thinner. Such
chemicals will do irreparable damage to the disc’s
plastic surface.
If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of a
CD-R or CD-RW disc, read the precautions supplied with
the disc or contact the disc manufacturer.
This unit can play MP3/WMA files recorded on a CD-R,
CD-RW disc, SD card or USB memory. Refer the instruction
manual of software when making an MP3 or a WMA file
using a PC.
This unit can play back monaural and stereo MP3 files
that are in the MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 format with a
sampling rate of 44.1 or 48 kHz and a bit rate of 320
kbps or less.
The WMA file must be sampling rate 44.1 kHz, bit-rate
192 kbps or less.
This unit is not compatible with discs that have been
recorded using multiple sessions. Only the first session
can be played back.
This unit cannot play copyright protected files.
File information display
The display of this unit can only show single-byte letters
and numbers.
If a file information uses Japanese, Chinese or other
double-byte characters, playback is possible but the
name will not be shown correctly.
Cautions when preparing MP3/WMA files using a
computer or other device
Always include the extension in the file name. This unit
recognizes MP3 files by their “.mp3”, WMA files by their
“.wma” file extensions.
Always close the session (complete disc creation).
This unit cannot play discs if the session has not been
closed.
Carefully read the manual for the software that you are
using when you create an MP3/WMA disc.
Discs/USB memories/SD cards that are unplayable or
only partially playable
Files without extensions cannot be played. Files that are
not in the MP3/WMA format cannot be played even if
they have extensions.
Variable bit rate files might not play back correctly.
If the disc has more than 200 files or 50 folders, this unit
can not play back correctly.
Depending on disc conditions, this unit might not be
able to play a disc or skipping might occur.
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Basic Operation
(Rear panel of the subwoofer)
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Turn on the subwoofer.
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2 Press the STANDBY/ON switch on the main unit.
3 Select a source by pressing the FUNCTION button.
4 Play the source and adjust the volume using the
VOLUME buttons.
Muting
To mute the sound temporarily, press the MUTING button.
Press the MUTING button again to restore the sound.
<While muting is engaged, the VOLUME level indicators blink.
Headphones
For private listening, first reduce the volume level to
minimum. Then insert the plug from your headphones into
the PHONES jack, and adjust the volume using the VOLUME
buttons. The sound from the speakers is cut off while the
headphone jack is inserted.
CAUTION
Sleep Timer
Repeatedly pressing the SLEEP button permits setting an
interval (from 90 down to 10 minutes) after which you want
the unit to automatically turn off and shift into Standby
mode.
Each press of the SLEEP button changes the time indication by
10 minutes.
90 80 ………10
Off
Do not turn the unit on or off, or connect or
disconnect headphones from this jack while
wearing headphones. Very loud sound could be
output from the headphones.
AVOID DAMAGING YOUR HEARING - Do not put
on headphones until plugging them in.
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Listening to CD/MP3
1 Press the FUNCTION button to select “CD”.
2 Press the OPEN/CLOSE button.
3 Put a disc onto the center spindle of the player with the
label side facing you.
Press the disc onto the spindle until a slight “click” is heard
indicating the disc is mounted correctly.
<Never put more than one disc in the mechanism at a time.
<Ensure that the disc is correctly mounted on the spindle and
locked in place.
4 Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to close the CD door.
<It takes a few seconds for the unit to load the disc. No
buttons will work during loading. Wait until the total number
of the tracks and the total play time of the disc are displayed.
<When no disc is loaded in the CD player, “NO DISC” is
displayed.
When a CD is loaded
total tracks total playing time
When a MP3 disc is loaded
total tracks total number of folders
5 Press the Play/Pause button (y/J) to start playback.
Playback starts from the first track of the disc.
<MP3 tracks recorded out of folders are automatically put in
the “ROOT” folder, and playback starts from the first track of
the ROOT folder.
<When the playback of all the tracks has finished, the unit
stops automatically.
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Listening to MP3(CD/USB/SD)
• Do not use a high-capacity USB (SDHC) hard disc with this unit.
Press the FUNCTION button to select "USB" or
"CARD".
Press the Play/Pause button ( y/J ) to start
playback.
Playback starts from the first track on the USB/SD memory
card.
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MP3/WMA files recorded out of folders are automatically
put in the “ROOT” folder, and playback starts from the
first file of the ROOT folder.
When the playback of all the tracks/files has finished, the
unit stops automatically.
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In PLAY mode, hold the TIME SET button with 2 seconds
present time is displayed.
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Plug your USB or SD memory card into the USB or
SD connector.
• Take the SD memory card into the SD connector a slight
“click” is heard indicating SD memory card is mounted
correctly.
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It takes a few seconds for the unit to load the USB/SD
memory card. No buttons will work during loading. Wait
until the total number of the folders and the total number
of files on the USB/SD memory card are displayed.
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total tracks total number of folders
current track number elapsed time of current track
current folder number
When a USB/SD memory card is loaded

To suspend playback temporarily
(pause mode)
Press the Play/Pause button (G/J) during playback. Playback
stops at the current position. To resume playback, press the
Play/Pause button (G/J) again.
To stop playback
Press the Stop button (H) to stop playback.
To skip to the next or a previous track
During playback, press the skip button (.or/)
repeatedly until the desired track is found. The selected track
will be played from the beginning.
In the stop mode, press the skip button (.or/)
repeatedly until the track you want to listen to is found. Press
the Play/Pause button (G/J) to start playback from the
selected track.
<When the .button is pressed during playback, the track
being played will be played from the beginning. To return to
the beginning of the previous track, press the .button
twice.
<During programmed playback, the next or previous track in
the program is played.
Search for a part of a track
During playback, hold down the skip button (.or/) and
release it when the part you want to listen to is found.
ESP (Electronic Shock Protection)
The ESP stores the music in the buffer to prevent sound from
skipping.
During playback of a CD, press the MP3 button to turn the
ESP on or off. When you turn the ESP on briefly appears,
and the (ESP) indicator lights on the display.
<When the unit is on the stable place and free from
mechanical shocks, you can turn this function off.
<During playback of MP3, this function is always ON.
To display MP3 information
During playback of an MP3 disc, press the MP3 button for
more than 1 second. The information about the current track
is displayed as follows:
Folder/File name wTitle wArtist wAlbum
<NONE appears when there is no information.
<UNKNOWN appears when the unit cannot read the
information.
Press the MP3 button for more than 1 second again to cancel
the MP3 information mode.
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Repeat Playback
Every time the REPEAT button is pressed, the mode is
changed as follows:
When a CD is loaded:
REPEAT REPEAT ALL
(off)
When a MP3 disc is loaded.
REPEAT REPEAT ALL
REPEAT ALBUM
(off)
<If one of the following buttons is pressed, repeat mode will
be canceled:
STOP, FUNCTION, OPEN/CLOSE, STANDBY/ON
Repeat one track
Press the REPEAT button once during playback. “REPEAT”
lights.
The track being played will be played repeatedly. If you press
the Skip button (.or/) 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, select a track using the Skip
button (.or/), and then press the Play/Pause button
(G/J) to start playback.
Repeat all the tracks
All the tracks will be played repeatedly.
Press the REPEAT button twice. “REPEAT ALL” lights.
During programmed playback, programmed tracks will be
played repeatedly.
Repeat ALBUM (MP3)
All the tracks in the folder will be played repeatedly.
Press the REPEAT button twice times. “REPEAT ALBUM”
lights.
Shuffle Playback
The tracks can be played randomly. Press the SHUFFLE button
during playback or when in the stop mode. “SHUFFLE” will
then light up in the display.
<If you press the /button during shuffle playback, next
track will be randomly selected and played. If you press the
.button, the currently played track will be played from
the beginning. A track cannot be replayed during shuffle
playback.
<Shuffle playback doesn’t work during programmed playback.
<If one of the following buttons is pressed, shuffle mode will
be cancelled:
SHUFFLE, STOP, FUNCTION, STANDBY/ON, OPEN/CLOSE
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Search Mode (MP3 only)
Search for a name of track
You can select the track by searching for its name.
1 Press the MP3 button once.
An alphabet (initial letter of a track name) and a track name
are displayed.
Track name Track number
Initial letter of track name
<
To cancel the search mode, press the STOP button
(H).
2 Select the initial letter of the track you want to listen to
by pressing the SKIP button (.or /).
Then you can select the track that has same initial letter by
pressing the SKIP button (.or /).
4Press the PLAY/PAUSE button (G/J).
Playback starts from the selected track.
Search for a track in a folder
1 Press the MP3 button twice.
The name of folder is displayed.
2 Press the SKIP button (.or /) to find the folder
that the track you want to listen to is included.
Then you can select the track in the folder by pressing the
SKIP button (.or /).
<MP3 tracks recorded out of folders are in the “ROOT” folder.
4 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button (G/J) to start playback.
Playback starts from the selected track.
<If you skip step 3 , playback will start from the first track in
the selected folder.
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MP3
3 Press and hold the SKIP button (.or /).
3 Press and hold the SKIP button (.or /).

Programmed Playback
Up to 32 tracks can be programmed in the desired order.
Shuffle function doesn’t work during programmed playback.
1 Press the FUNCTION button to select “CD”.
Press the MEMORY button.
2
“MEMORY” bling in the display.
<To cancel the program mode, press the Stop button (H).
3 Press the Skip button (.or/) repeatedly to select a
folder of a MP3 disc, then press the MEMORY button.
<MP3 tracks recorded out of folders are in the “01” (ROOT)
folder.
<Skip this step when playing a CD.
4 Press the Skip button (.or/) repeatedly to select a
track, then press the MEMORY button.
The track is programmed, and “P-02” is displayed.
<Repeat steps 3 and 4 to program more tracks.
<You can program up to 32 tracks.
5 When the selection of track numbers is completed,
press the Play/Pause button (G/J) to start program
playback.
<When the playback of all the programmed tracks has finished,
or if one of the following buttons is pressed, the MEMORY
indicator will go off and the program mode will be cancelled:
STOP, FUNCTION, STANDBY/ON
The program is retained in memory until the OPEN/CLOSE
button is pressed or the power is interrupted. You can return
to the programmed playback by pressing the MEMORY
button and the Play/Pause button (G/J).
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MEMORY
FUNCTION

To check the programmed order
In the stop mode, press the MEMORY button repeatedly. The
track number and program number will be shown on the
display.
To add a track to the end of the program
In the stop mode, press the MEMORY button repeatedly until
“00” appears on the display. Select a track number using the
Skip button (.or/) and then press the MEMORY
button. The track is added to the end of the program.
To overwrite the program
In the stop mode, press the MEMORY button repeatedly until
the program number to be changed appears on the display.
Select a new track number using the Skip button (.or/)
and then press the MEMORY button.
To clear program
<If the OPEN/CLOSE button is pressed, the programmed
contents will also be cleared.
<If the unit is disconnected from the power supply, the
programmed contents will be cleared.
Listening to an External Source
1 Connect the PHONES jack (audio output jack) of a
portable audio player to the AUX IN jack of the MC-
DX55 using the supplied stereo mini plug cable.
2 Press the FUNCTION button to select “AUX”.
3 Play the source, and adjust the volume using the
VOLUME buttons of the MC-DX55 and the audio player.
When using the PHONES jack of your mini player, you must
adjust the volume of the mini-player or you may hear no
sound from your MC-DX55.
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3
(Hold 2 seconds)
Press the MEMORY button when playback stops.
Press and hold the Stop button for more than 2 seconds.

Listening to the Radio
1Press the FUNCTION button to select TUNER.
2Press the FM/AM button to select a band.
3Select the station you want to listen to (auto selection).
Hold down the TUNING Up or Down button until the
frequency display begins to change. When a station is tuned
in, the tuning process will stop automatically.
<Press the Up or Down button to stop the auto selection.
Selecting stations which cannot be tuned automatically
(manual selection)
When the Up or Down button is pressed momentarily, the
frequency changes by a fixed step.
Press the Up or Down button repeatedly until the station you
want to listen to is found.
FM Mode button
Pressing this button alternates between STEREO mode and
MONO mode.
STEREO
FM stereo broadcasts are received in stereo and the
“STEREO” indicator lights in the display.
<If the sound is distorted and the “STEREO” indicator flashes,
the signal is not strong enough for good stereo reception. In
this case, change to MONO mode.
<In TUNER mode, hold the Timer button with 2 seconds, present
time is displayed.
MONO
To compensate for weak FM stereo reception, select this
mode. Reception will now be forced to monaural, reducing
unwanted noise.
If the reception is poor
AM broadcast
Rotate or relocate the AM antenna to find the best position
for AM stations.
FM broadcast
Extend and rotate the FM antenna until you receive the
stations clearly. You may need to relocate the unit.
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Preset Tuning
If the power switch of the subwoofer turned off, the
settings kept in memory (clock, preset stations, timer
setting) will be erased.
1 Tune in a station you want to listen to (see steps 1 to
3 of page 18).
2 Press the MEMORY button.
3 Within 10 seconds, select a preset channel to store the
station using the PRESET buttons of the remote control
unit.
preset channel
4 Within 10 seconds, press the MEMORY button.
The station is stored and the MEMORY indicator goes off.
To store more stations, repeat steps 1 to .
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How to select preset stations
1 Press the FM/AM button to select a band.
2 Press the PRESET button repeatedly until the desired
preset station is found.
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You can programme 20 FM and 10 AM channel presets.

RDS
The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service which
allows stations to send additional information along with the
regular radio programme signal.
1 Tune in an FM RDS station (see steps 1 to 3 of page
18).
The Programme Service name (station’s name) appears on the
display.
2 Press the RDS button.
Each time the RDS button is pressed, the RDS mode is
changed as follows:
PS (Programme Service name)
When you select PS, the frequency will be displayed for 3
seconds, and then PS (station’s name) will be displayed. If
there is no PS data, “NO PS” will be displayed.
PTY (Programme Type)
When you select PTY, the programme type will be displayed.
If there is no PTY data, “NO PTY” will be displayed.
RT (Radio Text)
When you select RT, the news of stations composed of up
to 64 symbols will be displayed. If there is no RT data, “NO
RT” will be displayed.
RDS (PTY Search 1)
A station can be searched by this function.
1 Select FM by pressing the FM/AM button.
2 Press the PTY button.
3 Within 10 seconds, select the desired PTY programme
using the SKIP buttons.
4 Press the PTY button.
Searching will start.
<When the programme that you have selected is found,
searching will stop and the programme type will be displayed.
<If the same program type is not found during PTY Search, it
will stop at the beginning frequency.
<If you want to stop searching, press the PTY button.
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RDS Clock Time (CT)
The clock setting will be automatically adjusted according
to the CT data.
If you tune in an RDS station broadcasting incorrect CT
data, the clock might be wrongly adjusted, and that may
eventually affect the timer operation.
No matter which RDS mode is selected, the unit receives
CT data and adjusts the clock.
To turn on or off the CT mode, press and hold the
RDS button for more than 3 seconds, then press
the skip button ( or ) to select on or off.