Samsung MAX-900 Connecting to an External Source, Safety Precautions, Connecting Headphones

Connecting to an External Source

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The auxiliary input can be used to take advantage of the sound quality of your mini-compact system when listening to other sources.

Examples: A television

A video disc player

A DAT or DCC cassette player

A Hi-Fi stereo video cassette recorder

To connect the external source, the source must have an audio output. In addition, you need an RCA connection cable.

Safety Precautions

The following diagrams illustrate the precautions to be taken when using or moving your mini-compact system.

Cleaning Your Mini-Compact System

To obtain the best possible results from your mini-compact system, you must clean the following elements regularly:

The outer casing

The compact disc player

The cassette players (heads, rollers and drive capstans)

Always unplug the system from the wall outlet:

Before cleaning it

If you are not going to be using it for a long time

Outer Casing

Precautions When Using Audio Cassettes

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Check that the tape in the cassette is sufficiently taught.

To prevent erasing a cassette that you wish to keep, remove the safety tab on the upper edge of the cassette. To record a cassette, where the tab has been broken, simply cover the opening with adhesive tape.

When you have finished playing a cassette, always put it back in its case.

Store your cassettes in a clean place, out of direct sunlight, where they will not be exposed to high temperatures.

Avoid using 120-minute cassettes as they place unnecessary strain on the tape mechanism.

1	Set the system to standby mode and disconnect it and the external
	source from the main.
2	Connect the audio cable to the rear of the mini--compact system.
	Connect the...	To the connector marked...
	Red jack	R (right)
	White jack	L (left)

For optimum sound quality, do not invert the right and left channels.

3	Plug the system back into the main socket and press POWER to
	switch it on.
4	Select the AUX source by pressing AUX on the front panel or
	FUNCTION on the remote control one or more times.
	Result: AUX is displayed.
5	Switch the external source on.
6	Adjust the volume and balance as required:
	Volume	Equalizer

Example: You can watch a film and take advantage of stereo sound provided that the original sound track is in stereo, (as if you were in a cinema).

Ambient operating conditions:

Ambient temperature	5°C-35°C
Humidity	10-75%

Do not place potted plants or vases on top of the unit. Moisture entering the unit could lead to dangerous electric shock and can cause equipment damage. In such events immediately disconnect the main plug from the socket.

Do not expose the unit to direct sun radiation or other heat sources. This could lead to overheating and malfunction of the unit.

During thunderstorms, disconnect the main plug from the socket. Main voltage peaks due to lightning could damage the unit.

Clean the outer casing regularly using a soft cloth and a light detergent. Do not use abrasive powders, liquids or aerosol cleaners. Never let any liquids get into the system.

Compact Disc Player
1	Before playing a compact disc, clean it with a special CD cleaning
	agent. Do not use the same cleaning agents as for vinyl LP records.
	Carefully wipe the disc from the centre outwards.
2	Regularly clean the player with a special cleaning disc (available from
	your local dealer).
Tape Decks
1	Press STOP/EJECT(	) to open the cassette deck.
2	Use a cotton bud and a special cassette cleaning agent to clean the:
	Head (1)
	Rollers (2)
	Drive capstans (3)

If you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent corrosion.

Although your system is very hard-wearing, it should not be used in an excessively dusty environment or subjected to shocks or extreme heat (close to heating appliances or in direct sunlight, etc.).

If the unit emits an unpleasant odour when in use, unplug it from the main supply and contact the after-sales service.

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Before Contacting the After-Sales

Service

It always takes a little time to become familiar with a new appliance. If you have any of the problems listed below, try the solutions given. They may save you the time and inconvenience of an unnecessary service call.

	Problem		Checks/Explanation
	The system does not work	• The main lead is not correctly plugged into a
			wall socket or the wall socket is not switched on.
G		• The remote control batteries need replacing or
			the polarity has not been respected.
E		• The POWER button has not been pressed.
N
E There is no sound		• The volume has been completely turned down.
R		• The correct function (TUNER, CD, AUX) has
A			not been selected.
L		• You have connected a set of earphones.
		• The loudspeaker wires have been disconnected.
		• The MUTE button has been pressed.
	The Timer does not work	• The timer has been stopped by pressing
			TIMER ON/OFF.
	The compact disc player does not	• The CD function has not been selected.
	start playing	• The disc has been inserted face down or is
C			either dirty or scratched.

POWER
ON/STANDBY	R
								VOLUME
DEMO					DISC SELECTOR
				1	2	3		DISC CHANGE
							POP
								OPEN / CLOSE
		TUNER	CD	TAPE			ER	SO
						P	W	UN
	PROGRAM/SET	BAND					O	D
		MONO/ST				CLASSIC		S.BASS

VOLUME

UP

DOWN

	• The laser sensor is dirty or dusty.
D	• The system has not been installed on a flat,
		horizontal surface.
	• Condensation has formed in the player; leave
		the system in a warm, airy room for at least
		one hour.

TIMER/CLOCK TIMER ON/OFF

1 2

C The tape does not start playing

A

S

S

E

T

• The TAPE function has not been selected.

• The cassette has not been inserted correctly.

• The cassette player has not been closed.

• The tape is either slack or broken.

Connecting Headphones

You can connect a set of headphones to your mini-compact system so that you can listen to music or radio programmes without disturbing other people in the room. The earphones must have a 6.3 mm jack or an appropriate adapter.

Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack on the front panel. Result: The loudspeakers are no longer used to output the sound.

Remove the batteries from the remote control, if not used for any extended periods.

Leaking batteries can cause serious damage to the remote control.

When using headphones, take care not to listen at excessive volumes. Extended use of headphones at high volumes will lead to hearing damage.

Precautions When Using Compact Discs

Handle your compact discs with care. Always hold them by the edges to avoid leaving fingerprints on the shiny surface.

When you have finished playing a compact disc, always put it back in its case.

Do not fix paper or adhesive tape to the discs and do not write on the label.

Clean them with a special-purpose cloth.

Store your compact discs in a clean place, out of direct sunlight, where they will not be exposed to high temperatures.

T The volume falls off

EThe cassette is not erased correctly

SThere is excessive wow and flutter

Reception is poor or no radio sta-

Rtions are received at all

A

D

I

O

• The audio heads are dirty.

• The rollers or drive capstans are dirty.

• The tape is worn.

• The TUNER function has not been selected.

• The radio frequency has not been correctly

selected.

• The aerial has been disconnected or is not fac-

ing the right way. Turn it until you find the best

orientation.

• You are in a building that blocks radio waves;

you must use an outside aerial.

Prolonged use of headphones at a high volume may damage your hearing.

POWER
ON/STANDBY	R
									VOLUME
DEMO					DISC SELECTOR
				1	2	3			DISC CHANGE
								POP
									OPEN / CLOSE
		TUNER	CD	TAPE	AUX		ER		SO
						P	W		UN
	PROGRAM/SET	BAND					O		D
		MONO/ST				CLASSIC			S.BASS
	TIMER/CLOCK	TIMER ON/OFF
PHONES			DOWN - - PRESET/MANUAL - - UP					ROCK
						HIGH SPEED
						DUBBING

Do not place heavy items on the main lead. Main cable damage can lead to damage of the equipment (fire hazard) and can cause electric shock.

Do not remove any equipment panels. The inside of the unit

contains live components, which cause electric shock.

Always use compact discs marked. COMPACT

DIGITAL AUDIO

If the above guidelines do not allow you to solve the problem, take a note of:

The model and serial numbers, normally printed on the rear of the system

Your warranty details

A clear description of the problem

Then contact your local dealer or SAMSUNG after-sales service.

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