Listening to an iPod
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Presetting Stations
You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations manually.
Learning More about This System
Troubleshooting
The following operations are explained using the remote control, unless mentioned otherwise. However, if the System has the same or similar button names, they can also be used for the operations.
Connecting an iPod
Front view | Insert the iPod directly to | Apple iPod |
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Open the direct | the connector pins in the | purchased)) |
dock for iPod. | direct dock for iPod. |
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Play back at |
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Play back |
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Turn on iPod’s |
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1Tune in to a station you want to preset.
• You can also store the FM reception mode.
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Listening to Digital Audio Player
Basic and Common Operations (see page 3)
•Pressing one of the source buttons also turns on the System and starts playing back if the source is ready or connected.
Playing Back a Disc (see page 4)
• This System cannot play “packet write” discs. |
• For MP3/WMA playback... |
– In this manual, “file” and “track” are interchangeably used |
for MP3/WMA operations. |
– This System can show the Tag data (Version 1). |
– MP3/WMA discs are required a longer readout time than |
regular CDs. (It depends on the complexity of the group/ |
file configuration.) |
– Some MP3/WMA files cannot be played back and will be |
skipped. This result from their recording processes and |
Playing Back an iPod (see page 5)
• Compatible iPod: |
– iPod nano 1GB/2GB/4GB |
– iPod nano (2nd Generation) 2GB/4GB/8GB |
– iPod nano (3rd Generation) 4GB/8GB |
– iPod mini 4GB/6GB |
– iPod (4th Generation) 20GB/40GB |
– iPod photo (4th Generation) 20GB/30GB/40GB/60GB |
– iPod video (5th Generation) 30GB/60GB/80GB |
– iPod touch (1st Generation) 8GB/16GB |
• If incompatible iPod type is connected, the iPod may not be |
operated from the System. To enable the operation, before |
connecting the iPod, switch the charge mode to “OFF” (see |
page 5) with “iPod” selected as source. |
• Sound distortion may occur when playing back audio |
If you are having a problem with your System, check this list for a possible solution before calling for service.
General
Power does not come on.
\Power plug is not inserted securely. Plug in securely.
Adjustments or settings are suddenly canceled before you finish.
\There is a time limit. Repeat the procedure again.
Operations are disabled.
\The
iPod Operations
The iPod does not play, but “CONNECT” appears on the display.
\The iPod battery is low or exhausted. Charge the iPod battery.
Radio Operations
Hard to listen to broadcasts because of noise.
\Antennas connections are incorrect or loose.
\The AM loop antenna is too close to the System.
\The FM antenna is not properly extended and positioned.
\Electrostatic discharge from your body may cause noise. If this happens, turn off and on the System again.
Direct dock for iPod | Connector pins |
•Be sure to reduce the volume on the System to the minimum level before connecting an iPod. Adjust the volume after starting playback.
•DO NOT connect or disconnect the iPod when the System is turned on.
•You cannot send any data to your iPod from the System.
•Do not carry the System with iPod dock open and iPod is connected. You might drop it or it might cause damages to the iPod dock.
•Do not touch or hit the iPod terminal pins or connector pins in the iPod dock directly. It might cause damages to the connector part.
Basic iPod Operations
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Play back an iPod |
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•To turn off the iPod, press and hold for more than 2 seconds.
Listening to FM and AM Broadcasts
The following operations are explained using the remote control, unless mentioned otherwise. However, if the System has the same or similar button names, they can also be used for the operations.
Basic Tuner Operations
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Select FM or AM |
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Select a frequency |
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| or | • If an FM program is broadcast in stereo, |
| the S (stereo) indicator lights up (only |
The following operations are explained using the remote control, unless mentioned otherwise. However, if the System has the same or similar button names, they can also be used for the operations.
Listening to Digital Audio Player
Front view
Digital Audio Player
Stereo mini plug cord | To audio output (or |
(not supplied) | headphone out, etc.) |
1Turn the volume to minimum.
conditions. |
– When making MP3/WMA discs, use ISO 9660 Level 1 or |
Level 2 for the disc format. |
– This System can play back MP3/WMA files with the |
extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> (regardless of the |
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– It is recommended that you make each MP3/WMA file at a |
sampling rate of 44.1 kHz and at bit rate of 128 kbps. This |
System cannot play back files made at bit rate of less than |
64 kbps. |
– Playback order of MP3/WMA tracks may be different from |
the one you have intended while recording. If a folder |
does not include MP3/WMA tracks, they are ignored. |
• This System can recognize up to 99 groups in a disc. The |
total number of groups and tracks (in a disc) that can be |
recognized by the System is 512 (for MP3/WMA). |
sources with high recording levels. When distortion occurs, |
it is recommended to turn off the equalizer of the iPod. For |
information on operating the iPod, see the iPod instruction |
manual. |
Setting the Clock and Using Timers (see page 6)
•You can set the clock and Daily Timer while the Save Mode is turned on. While setting the clock or Daily Timer, the display is turning on.
•The clock may gain or lose 1 to 2 minutes per month. If this happens, readjust the clock.
•When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power failure occurs, the clock and the timer will be canceled. You need to set the clock first, then the timer again.
Timer Priority:
•If you set the Sleep Timer after Daily Timer starts playing the selected source, Daily Timer is canceled.
Unable to operate the System from the remote control.
\The path between the remote control and the remote sensor on the System is blocked.
\The batteries are exhausted.
No sound is heard.
\Speaker connections are incorrect or loose.
\Headphones are connected.
The System does not work properly.
\Many functions of this System are implemented by microcomputers. If the System does not work correctly, disconnect the AC power cord from the wall outlet, wait for a while, and connect the cord again.
Disc Operations
The disc does not play.
\ The disc is placed upside down. Place the disc with the |
label side up. |
Timer Operations
Daily Timer does not work.
\The System has been turned on when the
Microsoft and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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when the reception is good). |
•Press during searching to stop.
•Press repeatedly to change the frequency step by step.
Tune in to a preset |
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station | or | • For presetting stations, see below. |
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Change the FM |
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reception mode |
| The M (mono) indicator lights up. |
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| Stereo effect will be lost. |
stereo broadcast is |
| To restore the stereo effect, press again. |
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3Start playing the Digital Audio Player connected.
4Adjust the volume.
To Adjust the Audio Input Level
If the sound from the Digital Audio Player connected to the AUDIO IN jack is too loud or too quiet, you can change the audio input level through the AUDIO IN jack (without changing the volume level).
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds while “AUDIO IN” is selected as the source.
You can select one of three levels as follows:
As the number increases, the sound becomes louder.
Display Information
S.TURBO (Sound Turbo) indicator (See page 3.) | AHB indicator (See page 3.) |
Surround mode indicator (See page 3.) | Source indicators (See page 3.) |
Play mode indicators (See page 4.) | FM reception indicators (See page 5.) |
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\ The disc is recorded with the “packet writing (UDF file |
system).” It cannot be played. Check the files you want to |
play back. |
MP3/WMA groups and tracks are not played back as you expect.
\Playing order is determined when the groups and tracks were recorded. It depends on the writing application.
The disc sound is discontinuous.
\The disc is scratched or dirty.
The disc tray does not open or close.
\The AC power cord is not plugged in.
\Disc ejection is prohibited (see page 4).
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Setting the Clock and Using Timers
The following operations are explained using the remote control, unless mentioned otherwise. However, if the System has the same or similar button names, they can also be used for the operations.
Setting the Clock
Without setting the
• “0:00” flashes on the main display until you set the clock.
1 | Press to activate the clock setting mode. |
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•If you have already adjusted the clock before, press the button repeatedly until the clock setting mode is selected.
2 | Adjust the hour, then the minute. |
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•To exit from the clock setting, press CLOCK/TIMER as required.
•To go back to the previous step, press CANCEL.
Setting the Sleep Timer
When the System is on, press repeatedly to specify the time (in minutes) as follows:
The SLEEP indicator lights up.
•To check the remaining time until the System shuts off, press once.
Setting the Daily Timer
Using Daily Timer, you can wake up with your favorite music.
•You can store three Daily Timer settings; however, you can activate only one of the Daily Timers.
1 | Press repeatedly to select one of the timer setting modes |
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DAILY 3 ON
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2 Adjust the hour then the minute for |
3Select the playback
4 For “FM/AM”: Select a preset channel.
For “DISC”: Select a track. (For MP3/WMA: Select the group, then the track number.).
For “AUDIO IN”: Make the connected device ready for playback.
5Select the volume.
•You can select the volume level (“VOLUME 0” (VOL MIN) to “VOLUME 40” (VOL MAX) and “VOLUME –
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gradually to the preset level.
•To exit from the timer setting, press CLOCK/TIMER as required.
•To correct a misentry during the process, press CANCEL. You can return to the previous step.
To Turn Off the Daily Timer
1Press repeatedly to select “DAILY 1,” “DAILY 2,” or “DAILY 3.”
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To turn on the Daily Timer again, select one of the timer settings by pressing CLOCK/TIMER, then press SET.
Turning Off the System Automatically —AUTO STANDBY function (only for Disc/iPod)
Press and hold until the A.STBY indicator lights on the display.
• The A.STBY indicator starts flashing after playback stops.
If no operation is done for about 3 minutes, the System turns off.
• Not applicable for FM/AM/AUDIO IN.
To cancel this function, press and hold again.
Precautions
Notes on the power cord
•When you are away on travel or otherwise for an extended period of time, remove the plug from the wall outlet.
•When unplugging the System from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the power cord.
•Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
•Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the System or moving the System.
•Do not alter, twist or pull the power cord, or put anything heavy on it, which may cause fire, electric shock, or other accidents.
•If the cord is damaged, consult a dealer and have the power cord replaced with a new one.
Avoid moisture, water, dust, and high temperatures
•Do not place the System in moist or dusty places.
•If water gets inside the System, turn off the power and remove the plug from the wall outlet, then consult your dealer. Using the System in this state may cause a fire or electrical shock.
•Do not expose the System to direct sunlight or place it near a heating device.
Notes on installation
•Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too
•Do not install the System in a place subject to vibrations.
•Do not put heavy objects on the System.
To prevent malfunction or damage of the System
•Do not insert any metallic objects, such as wires, hairpins, coins, etc. into the System.
•Do not block the vents.
There are no
Maintenance
To get the best performance of the System, keep your discs and mechanism clean.
Handling discs
•Remove the disc from its case by holding it at the edge while pressing the center hole lightly.
•Do not touch the shiny surface of the disc, or bend the disc.
•Put the disc back in its case after use.
•Be careful not to scratch the surface of the disc when placing it back in its case.
•Avoid exposure to direct sunlight, temperature extremes, and moisture.
To clean the disc:
• Wipe the disc with a soft cloth in a straight line from center to edge.
Cleaning the System
•Stains should be wiped off with a soft cloth. If the System is heavily stained, wipe it with a cloth soaked in
•Since the System may deteriorate in quality, become damaged or get its paint peeled off, be careful about the following:
–DO NOT wipe it hard.
–DO NOT wipe it with thinner or benzine.
–DO NOT apply any volatile substance such as insecticides to it.
–DO NOT allow any rubber or plastic to remain in contact for a long time.
DC 5 V 
500 mA
10 cm
4 Ω
160 mm x 250 mm x 150 mm
1.6 kg (3.6 lbs) each
AC 120 V 
, 60 Hz 20 W (power on)
3.5W (standby mode) 1 W or less (Save Mode)
165 mm x 251 mm x 255 mm
2.6 kg (5.8 lbs)
Specifications and appearance are subject to change without prior notice.
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