TOP AND FRONT PANELS
(See 1)
1SOURCE – selects CD/ TUNER / TAPE function
2y – power on/ off switch
3Display – shows the status of the set
4Cassette recorder keys RECORD 0 – starts recording PLAY 2 – starts playback
SEARCH 5/6 – fast winds/rewinds tape STOP 9 – stops tape
PAUSE ; – pauses playback or recording
5BASS, MID, HIGH – EQ keys to adjust the bass, mid & treble frequencies
6PROG
CD: programs tracks and reviews the program;
Tuner: programs preset radio stations
Navigation controls
7∞, §
CD: – searches back and forward within a track;
–skips to the beginning of a current track/ previous/ later track
Tuner: – tunes to radio stations (down, up).
82; – starts or pauses CD playback
99 – stops CD playback;
– erases a CD program
0MODE – selects different play modes: e.g. REPEAT or SHUFFLE (random) order
!Door – lift at the respective door to open cassette/ tape or cd compartment
@VOLUME – to adjust volume level
#REMOTE SENSOR (for AZ2045 model only) – infrared sensor for remote control
$PRESET DOWN/ UP (–, +) – selects a preset tuner station (down, up)
%BAND – selects waveband
^DBB – (Dynamic Bass Boost) activates a more vivid bass response
BACK PANEL
&Telescopic aerial – improves FM reception
*Battery compartment – for 6 batteries, type R-20, UM1 or D-cells
(Voltage selector (inside battery compartment, some versions only) – adjust to match the local voltage 110/220V before plugging in the set
)p – 3.5 mm stereo headphone socket Note: The speakers will be muted when headphones are connected to the set.
¡AC MAINS – inlet for mains lead
REMOTE CONTROL (for AZ2045 only)
1CD – selects CD sound source
2y – switches the set off
Note: When the set is switched off, the remote control cannot operate any commands.
The set needs to be switched on first via the set's y button.
3VOLUME 3,4 – adjusts volume level (up, down) 4SHUFFLE – plays all CD tracks in random order 5BASS – selects DBB on/off
62; – starts/ pauses CD playback
7SEARCH 5, 6 – searches backwards/ forwards within a track
8BAND – selects FM/ MW (AM) waveband 9PRESET +, – – selects a preset radio station
(up, down)
0TUNING ∞, § – tunes to tuner stations (down, up)
!TUNER – selects tuner sound source @9 – stops CD playback;
–erases a CD program
#¡, ™ – skips to the beginning of a current track previous/ subsequent track
$MUTE – interrupts/ resumes sound
%REPEAT – repeats a track /program/ entire CD
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation.
POWER SUPPLY
Whenever convenient, use the power supply to conserve battery life. Make sure you remove the power plug from the set and wall outlet before inserting batteries.
Batteries (not included)
•Insert 6 batteries, type R-20, UM-1or D-cells, (preferably alkaline) with the correct polarity.
Remote control (for AZ2045 only)
•Insert 2 batteries, type AAA, R03 or UM4 (preferably alkaline). (see A)
Incorrect use of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and will corrode the compartment or cause the batteries to burst.
•Do not mix battery types: e.g. alkaline with carbon zinc. Only use batteries of the same type for the set.
•When inserting new batteries, do not try to mix old batteries with the new ones.
•Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed of properly.
Using AC Power
1Check if the power supply, as shown on the type plate located on the bottom of the set, corresponds to your local power supply. If it does not, consult your dealer or service centre.
2If your set is equipped with a voltage selector, adjust the selector so that it matches with the local mains.
3Connect the mains lead to the wall socket.
4To disconnect the mains supply, unplug the set from the wall socket.
Auto-Standby mode
When a CD or tape has reached the end of playback and remains in the stop position for more than
15 minutes, the set will switch off automatically to save power.
The type plate is located on the bottom of the set.
BASIC FUNCTIONS
Switching on and off and selecting function
1Press y on the set to switch on.
2Press SOURCE once or more to select: CD, TUNER or TAPE function.
3Press y to switch off the set.
Notes:
–To change from TAPE to TUNER or CD function, or when you are switching off the set: first, make sure you press the tape STOP 9 key to end playback and all the cassette keys are released.
–The tone, sound settings, tuner presets and the volume level (up to a maximum volume level of 20) will be retained in the set’s memory.
Adjusting volume and sound
1Adjust the volume with the VOLUME control.
™Display shows the volume level and a number from 0-32. (See 2)
2Press DBB once or more to select dynamic bass boost on or off.
™Display: shows 
when activated.
3To adjust the bass, mid and treble tones, press and hold + or – on the BASS, MID, HIGH keys until you reach the desired level, –5to +5.
™Display briefly shows BASS, MID, or HIGH and the level. (See 3)
Note: To prevent sound interference the bass control options operate exclusively. You cannot combine the bass from BASS with DBB
™The display shows 
or the 
indicator is automatically switched off to remind you if you attempt to use both bass settings
Mute (for AZ2045 only)
1Press MUTE on the remote control to interrupt sound reproduction instantly.
™Playback continues without sound and the
display flashes 
.
2To reactivate sound reproduction you can:
– press MUTE again;
– adjust the volume controls;
– change source.
DIGITAL TUNER
Tuning to radio stations
1Press y to on, then press SOURCE to select
TUNER.
–TU is displayed briefly and then the radio station frequency, waveband and, if programmed, a preset number are shown. (See 4)
2Press BAND once or more to select your waveband.
