OTHER CONNECTIONS

OUT

Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment for details.

c The connecting cords are not supplied. Obtain the necessary connecting cords.

s Consult your local Aiwa dealer for optional equipment.

VIDEO/AIJX JACKS, MD JACKS

This unit can input analog sound signals through these jacks. Use a cable with RCA phono plugs to connect audio equipment (turntables, LD players, MD players, VCRs, TV, etc.).

Connect the red plug to the R jack, and the white plug to the L jack.

When connecting a turntable

Use an Aiwa turntable equipped with a built-in equalizer amplifier.

This unit can output analog sound signal through these jacks. Use a cable with RCA phono plugs to connect audio equipment with LINE IN (analog input) jacks.

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Do not connect an equipment to the LINE OUT terminals and

VIDEO/AUX terminals simultaneously. Otherwise, noise is generated and malfunction occurs.

CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) JACK

This unit can output CD digital sound signals through this jack. Use an optical cable to connect digital audio equipment (DAT deck, MD recorder, etc.).

Remove the dust cap @ from the CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack. Then, connect an optical cable plug to the CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack.

When the CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack is not being used

Attach the supplied dust cap.

SUPER WOOFERS ~ JACKS

Connect optional powered sub woofers with built-in-amplifiers

to the jacks.

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To play equipment connected to the VIDEO/AUX or MD jacks

proceed as follows,

1 Press VIDEO/AUX or MD.

When a equipment connected to the VIDEO/AUX jacks is

played: press VIDEO/AUX.

When a equipment connected to the MD jacks is played:

press MD,

2 Play the connected equipment.

To change a source name in the display

When VIDEO/AUX is pressed, ‘(VIDEO” is displayed initially. It can be changed to “AUX or “TV”.

With the power on, press POWER while pressing VIDEO/ALfX. Repeat the procedure to select one of the names.

To adjust the sound level of the external source

When the sound level of the external source is much higher or much lower than that of other function sources, adjust it as follows.

1Press VIDEO/AUX or MD and play the equipment.

2Press 4+ or ›~ so that the sound level becomes the same as that of other function sources.

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During recording, the sound level can not be adjusted.

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NSX-A508 specifications

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The Aiwa NSX-A508 is equipped with a CD player, offering compatibility with both CDs and CD-R/RW formats. This feature makes it accessible for users who have transitioned from vinyl and cassettes to digital formats. Additionally, the inclusion of an AM/FM tuner allows users to enjoy a wide variety of radio stations, further expanding their listening options.

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