Technics sl-mc410 User manual

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Table of contents
Caution for AC mains lead
(For United Kingdom).3
Suggestions for safety..4
Connections.5
Supplied accessories.6
Concerning the liner notes organizer.6
Preparing for the remote control.7
Setting/Removing discs.8
Front panel controls.9
Basic operations.10
Single disc play.12
ID scan function.12
Disc grouping play.13
Program play.16
Direct programming.18
Random play.19
Repeat function.20
Search function.20
Skip function.21
CD-TEXT function.22
Time mode selection.25
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Quick reference table for remote control operation.26
Concerning compact discs.29
Troubleshooting guide. 30
Product service.31
Technical specifications.31
Disc index.Back cover

WGgution for ACmains lead
(For United Kingdom)
(“EB” area code mode! only)
For your safety, piease read the following text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for
your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement
fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by AST A or BSI to
BS 1362.
Check for the ASTA mark -t- or the BSI mark on the body of the
fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is
refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement
cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.
CAUTION!
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE
SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD
BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF
SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE
CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as shown
below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH
TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE
EARTH SYMBOL -L OR COLOURED GREEN OR
GREEN/YELLOW.
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF-KEEP DRY.
Before use
Remove the connector cover.
How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains
plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and
follow the instruction below. Illustrations may differ from actual
AC mains plug.
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Suggestions for safety
Avoid placing the unit in areas of:
o direct sunlight
• high temperature
® high humidity
® excessive vibration
• uneven surfaces (Place the unit on a flat level surface.)
Such conditions might damage the cabinet and/or other component
parts and thereby shorten the unit's service life.
Never place heavy items on top of the unit or the AC power cord.
• It is very dangerous to use an AC power source of high voltage
such as for an air conditioner.
A fire might be caused by such a connection,
e A DC power source can not be used.
Be sure to check the power source carefully, especially if on a ship
or other place where DC is used.
a Avoid cuts, scratches or poor connection of the AC power cord, as
this may result in fire or electric shock.
Excessive bending, pulling or slicing of the cord should also be
avoided.
« Do not pull on the cord when you are disconnecting the power, as
this could cause an electric shock. Grasp the plug firmly when
you disconnect the power supply.
® Never touch the plug with wet hands or a serious electric shock
could result.
«Ensure that no foreign objects, such as needles, coins,
screwdrivers etc., accidentally fall into the unit.
Otherwise, a serious electric shock or malfunction could occur.
®Be extremely careful about spilling water or liquid on/into the
unit, as a fire or electric shock could occur.
{Disconnect the power plug and contact your dealer immediately
if this occurs.)
• Avoid spraying insecticides onto the unit as they contain
flammable gases which can be ignited.
• Insecticides, alcohol, paint thinner and similar chemicals should
never be used to clean the unit as they can cause flaking or
cloudiness to the cabinet finish.
• Never attempt to repair, disassemble or reconstruct the unit if
there seems to be a problem.
A serious electric shock could result if you ignore this
precautionary measure.
• If a problem occurs during operation (the sound is interrupted,
indicators fail to light up, smoke is detected, etc.) contact your
dealer or Authorized Service Center immediately.
• Disconnect the power supply if the unit will not be used for a long
time. Otherwise the operation life could be shortened.
Cautions on moving this unit
Before moving the changer to another location, be sure to
remove all discs from the slots and turn off the changer.
Failure to do so will expose the compact discs and the changer
to the risk of severe damage.
CAUTION
The changer mechanism automatically locks when power is
turned off, to protect it against damage in transport.
Therefore, always press POWER and make sure "OFF" appears
on the display before you unplug the changer.
Other cautions
Outside light or noise may sometimes cause the changer to
detect a disc when there isn't one. However, the changer always
correctly detects the disc when in the play mode no matter
what.
Do not leave the front panel open. Infiltrating dust or other
matter may lead to damage or malfunctions.

® Set the changer on a flat, level surface.
® Before connecting the changer to your audio system, make
sure that the power of the changer and all other system
components is turned off.
»(For areas except United Kingdom, Australia and N.Z.)
Make sure the voltage selector is set to the connect position.
Stereo connection cable
(For United Kingdom only)
BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE
AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 3 BEFORE THE
FOLLOWING CONNECTIONS.
Receiver or amplifier
CD or AUX terminal
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AC outlet
I AC power supply cord (included)
Voltage selector
(For areas except United Kingdom,
Australia and N.Z.)
(For areas except United Kingdom, Australia and N.Z.)
CAUTION:
Use a minus (-) screwdriver to set the voltage selector to the
voltage setting for the area in which the unit will be used.
(If the power supply in your area is 115 V or 120 V, please set
the voltage selector as follows:
For 115 V: set to 110 V
For 120 V: set to 127 V)
Note that this unit will be seriously damaged if this setting is
not made correctly.
Approx. 6mm
(For areas except United Kingdom, Australia and N.Z.)
insertion of Connector:
Even when the connector is perfectly inserted, depending on the
type of inlet used, the front part of the connector may jut out as
shown in the drawing.
However there is no problem using the unit.
(For areas except United
Kingdom, Australia and N.Z.)
If the power plug will not fit
your socket, use the pow'er
plug adaptor (included).

Before
use
Supplied accessories
Please check and identify the supplied
accessories.
O EH (For United Kingdom)
AC mains lead (RJA0049-K). 1
Hi EE (For Australia and N.Z.)
AC power supply cord (RJA0036-K).1
101 EE (For others)
AC power supply cord (RJA0019-2K)...1
E EE Stereo connection cable (SJP2249-3). 1
B EE Notebook-like binder [Liner notes organizer]
(RFA0623-K1).1
BEE Adhesive numbers (RQLA0326). 1
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EJ EE Remote control transmitter (EUR644972).1
EH EE (For except United Kingdom, Australia and N.Z.)
Power plug adaptor (SJP5213-2). 1
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement
parts.
Concerning the liner notes organizer D
Your changer comes with a notebook-like binder (liner notes
organizer) in which you can keep your CD liners. There are also
adhesive numbers for indicating slot numbers in the binder. This is
a convenient way to keep track of what disc is in what slot.

Preparing for
Check the (+) and (-) sides.
Use of bakeries
e Do not mix old and new batteries, or batteries of different types
(carbon and alkaline, etc.).
• Never subject batteries to excessive heat or flame; do not attempt
to disassemble them; and be sure they are not short-circuited.
• If the remote control is not to be used for a long period of time,
remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dark place.
® Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or carbon batteries.
® Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
Battery life _
Battery life is about one year.
Tire batteries should be replaced if the receiver fails to respond to
commands from the remote control transmitter even when held
dose to the remote control signal sensor.
When you need to replace these batteries
Use two R03/LR03,AAA,UM-4 or equivalent batteries.
Use the remote control within 60 degrees and within 7 meters
facing toward the unit.
Operation notes _
9 Aim the remote control's transmission window toward the unit's
sensor. Avoid any obstacles.
9 Be sure the transmission window and the unit's sensor are free
from dust. Excessive dust might affect performance.
• Do not expose the remote control signal sensor to direct sunlight or
to the bright light of an inverter fluorescent light.
Before
use

Before
use
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Magnetic latch
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Disc slots
Slot number
Crab here and slide.
Loader carriage
Disc
Label side
Flip this part upward.
Pulling gently from both ends, open the front
panel.
® Except when setting or remov ing discs, keep hands out of
the changer while open. You could injure yourself if
somehow entangled in the internal mechanism.
© Keep cassette tapes away from the magnetic latches.
Slide the loader carriage to the desired slot Mo. to
insert a disc.
Slot No. 0 (SINGLE) is reserved for single disc play.
(See page 12.)
Set the disc on the loader and flip the loader
upwards.
© Do not use 8 cm discs fitted with expander rings. Expander
rings could damage the disc slots.
© Do not use cleaning discs or warped discs. All of these
could damage your changer.
© Do not use discs with poorly attached labels or stickers.
Adhesive protruding from peeled off stickers can cause the
changer to malfunction.
© Do not put anything other than discs in the changer.
* Do not use irregular shape CDs (heart-shape, octagonal,
etc.).
Close the front panel gently.
If you leave the front panel open while a disc is in play, when
the disc is over, the changer will stop.
1. Open the front panel.
2. Slide the loader carriage to the slot you want.
3. Press the eject button on the loader carriage.
You can set discs in the slots and remove them too, while playing
discs.
® Do not set a disc in the slot of the disc being plaved (slot flashes).
The disc in piav is returned to its slot when finished. If two discs
somehow jam in a slot, one or both could be damaged. When this
happens, the message "TAKE OUT" will appear on the display.
Remove the disc that doesn't belong in the slot and press the stop
button.
® Do not open the front panel while the changer is changing discs.
©Sometimes the front panel cannot be opened while a disc is
playing. It is a question of time. In such case, wait until you can
open it.

Front panel controls
© Power “STANDBY 0/ON” switch
(POWER, STANDBY O/ON)
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of
power.
© Single disc play button (SINGLE >)
© Direct programming button (DIRECT)
© Programming button (PROGRAM)
© Windows
® Disc selector button (DISC)
© “STANDBY” indicator (STANDBY)
When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this
indicator lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit
is turned on.
© Display
© Disc skip buttons (DISC SKIP, +)
© Numeric buttons (1-9, 0, >10)
© Disc enter button (DISC ENTER)
© Search/Text character select buttons
{« . ►► . SEARCH/CHARACTER)
© Track skip/Text cursor removal buttons
(W* . , SKIP/CURSOR)
© Remote control signal sensor (SENSOR)
© Text search buttons ( ▼ , A)
© Text mode button (TEXT MODE)
© Text edit button (TEXT EDIT)
© Disc group buttons
(DISC GROUPING PLAY, A, B, C, D, E)
© Group enter button (GROUP ENTER)
© Stop button ( 9 )
© Pause button (8B)
© Play button ( k )
For an explanation on how to open the front panel, see page 8
"How to set discs".
© Disc slots
© Disc slot for single disc play (SINGLE)
© Loader carriage
© Slot numbers
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Operations
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Basic operations
The changer plays all the tracks on all the discs in order and stops
automatically when the last track on the last disc finishes playing.
Before starting, load your discs.
D Press POWER.
The unit will switch on.
Momentarily, the message “CHECKING DISCS" will appear
on the display.
When it goes out, the last disc played will be displayed.
The " ^ “ indication will illuminate.
The disc number, the track number and the elapsed play time
will be displayed.
The disc number is the same as the slot number.
POWER
To search for the desired position
SEARCH/CHARACTER
To skip tracks
SKIP/CURSOR
To skip discs
(For detailed information concerning these buttons, please refer to
pages 20—21.)
Press IS.
The disc number and the total number of tracks of the current disc
will be displayed.
The total playing time displayed includes the silent sections
between tracks. For this reason, it may be a few seconds longer than
the playing time indicated on the disc.
When you open the front panel, the total number of tracks and the
total playing time go out.
It takes roughly 3 seconds from the time you press SI until the disc
is returned to the slot.
To temporarily stop play El
Press ► to resume play.
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