Page 2 - PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS Read the Operating Instructions carefully and completely before operating the unit. Be sure to keep the OperatingInstructions for future reference. All warnings and cautions in the Operating Instructions and on the unit should bestrictly followed, as well as the safety suggestions below....
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS (cont) pg. 2 4 Extension cord - To help prevent electric shock, do not use a polarized AC power plug with an extension cord,receptacle, or other outlet unless the polarized plug can be completely inserted to prevent exposure of the blades ofthe plug.5 Nonuse periods - Unplug the AC power...
Page 4 - PREPARATIONS pg. 3; CONNECTIONS
TAPE PLAYBACK BASIC OPERATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11RECORDING BASIC RECORDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 AI EDIT RECORDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 7 - CONNECTING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA
• Do not unwind the AM antenna wire. CONNECTING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA For better FM reception, use of an outdoor antenna is recommended.Connect the outdoor antenna to FM 75 Ω terminals. To connect other optional equipment --> page 17 PREPARATIONS (cont) pg. 5 REMOTE CONTROL Inserting batteriesDetach...
Page 8 - BEFORE OPERATION
The function is the same as that of on the main unit. • If the remote control is not going to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to prevent possibleelectrolyte leakage.• The remote control may not operate correctly when: - The line of sight between the remote control and th...
Page 9 - Built-in Subwoofer System
Press DEMO/ECO. To re-activate the DEMO mode, press DEMO/ECO until the display window demonstrates the functions of theunit. To change the brightness of the displayPress DEMO/ECO twice during power on.The display is dimmer than usual, press DEMO/ECO again to restore normal display. Using the headpho...
Page 10 - AUDIO ADJUSTMENTS
with true stereo separation. SOUND pg. 7 AUDIO ADJUSTMENTS VOLUME Turn VOLUME/MULTI JOG on the main unit, or press VOL ( /\ or \/ ) on the remote control.The volume level is displayed as a number from 0 to MAX (31).The volume level is automatically set to 20 when the power is turned off with the vol...
Page 11 - GRAPHIC EQUALIZER
(off) Low frequency sound maybe distorted when the T-BASS system is used for a disc or tape in which low frequencysound is originally emphasized. In this case, cancel the T-BASS system. GRAPHIC EQUALIZER This unit provides the following three different equalization curves. ROCK: Powerful sound empha...
Page 12 - RADIO RECEPTION pg. 8; MANUAL TUNING
RADIO RECEPTION pg. 8 MANUAL TUNING 1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to select the desired band. When TUNER/BAND is pressed while the power is off, the previously tuned station will be played (Direct PlayFunction). To select a band with the remote control Press BAND repeatedly. 2 Press or to select a s...
Page 13 - PRESETTING STATIONS
To reset the interval, repeat this procedure. When the AM tuning interval is changed, all preset stations are cleared. The preset stations have to be set again. PRESETTING STATIONS The unit can store a total of 32 preset stations (Each band has a maximum of 20 available preset stations). When astati...
Page 14 - BASIC OPERATIONS; PLAYING DISC
Each time DIR/PRESET is pressed, the next ascending number is selected. To clear a preset station Select the preset number of the station to be cleared. Then, press , and press within 4 seconds. The preset numbers of all other stations in the band with higher numbers are also decreased by one. CD PL...
Page 16 - PROGRAMMED PLAY
One or all the tracks can be played repeatedly. To repeat the entire disc, turn on " ". To repeat the desired track, turn on " 1". Press REPEAT on the remote control. Each time REPEAT is pressed, the operations can be selected cyclically. (a ) (b) 1 (c) Cancel (a) • During " "...
Page 17 - TAPE PLAYBACK pg. 11
2 Press numbered buttons 0-9 and +10 to program a track. Example: To select the 12th track, press +10 and 2. To select the 20th track, press +10, +10 and 0. 3 Repeat step 2 to program other tracks. 4 Press to start play. To check the programEach time or is pressed in stop mode, a track number and pr...
Page 18 - INSERTING A TAPE; PLAYING BACK A TAPE
INSERTING A TAPE • You can select a reverse mode to playback one or both sides. • Use Type I (normal) tapes for playback. Press TAPE/REV MODE and press EJECT mark to open the cassette holder Insert a tape with the exposed side down. Push the cassette holder to close. To select a reverse modeEach tim...
Page 20 - BASIC RECORDING
BASIC RECORDING This section explains how to record from the tuner, CD player, or external equipment. Preparation• Use Type I (normal) tapes only.• Set the tape to the point where recording will start. 1 Insert the tape to be recorded on into deck.Insert the tape with the side to be recorded on firs...
Page 21 - INSERTING BLANK SPACE; AI EDIT RECORDING
it again. Sound adjustment during recordingThe output volume and tone of the speakers or headphones may be freely varied without affecting the recording. INSERTING BLANK SPACE Insertion of 4-second blank spaces may help you to locate the beginning of the track on other equipment. This unitcan add 16...
Page 23 - PROGRAMMED EDIT RECORDING
Time on cassette tapes and editing timeThe actual cassette recording time is usually a little longer than the specified recording time printed on the label.This unit can program tracks to use the extra time. When the total recording time is a little longer than the tape'sspecified recording time aft...
Page 25 - CLOCK AND TIMER pg. 15; SETTING THE CLOCK
To change the program of each sidePress MODE to select side A or B, and press to clear the program on the selected side. Then program tracks again. To clear the edit programPress twice so that "EDIT" disappears on the display. • Recording is inhibited if the erasure prevention tab on either ...
Page 26 - SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER
With power on, press DISPLAY once on the remote control. The time is displayed for 4 seconds.However, the time cannot be displayed during recording.When the power is off, press DEMO/ECO repeatedly until the display changes to clock or press once (the time is displayed for 4 seconds). To switch to th...
Page 27 - SETTING THE TIMER
To check the time remaining until the power is turned offPress JOG MODE repeatedly until "SLEEP" is displayed. The remaining time is displayed for 3 seconds. To cancel the sleep timerPress JOG MODE repeatedly until "SLEEP" is displayed, then turn MULTI JOG within 3 seconds so that...
Page 28 - TIMER RECORDING; OTHER CONNECTIONS pg. 17
3 Press or to select a source, then press ENTER. • If TUNER is pressed, the band cannot be selected in this step.• MULTI JOG is also available instead of and . After you select a source, the duration for the timer-activated period flashes on the display. 4 Select the duration for the timer-activated...
Page 29 - OPTICAL OUT JACK
CONNECTING OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment for details.• The connecting cords are not supplied. Obtain the necessary connecting cords.• Consult your local Aiwa dealer for optional equipment. VIDEO/AUX JACKS This unit can input analog sound signals th...
Page 30 - LISTENING TO EXTERNAL SOURCES; GENERAL pg. 18; CARE AND MAINTENANCE
When the OPTICAL OUT jack is not being usedAttach the supplied dust cap. LISTENING TO EXTERNAL SOURCES To play equipment connected to the VIDEO/AUX jacks, proceed as follows. 1 Press VIDEO/AUX or MD.To play the equipment connected to VIDEO/AUX jacks, press VIDEO/AUX. "AUX" appears on the dis...
Page 31 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
After cleaning the heads and tape paths with a liquid head cleaning cassette or a moistened swab, wait until thecleaned parts are completely dry before inserting the tapes. To demagnetize the headsThe heads may become magnetized after long-term use. This may narrow the output range of recorded t ape...
Page 32 - SPECIFICATIONS
Sound is emitted from one speaker only.Is the other speaker disconnected?An erroneous display or a malfunction occurs. --> Reset the unit as stated below. TUNER SECTIONThere is constant, wave-like static.• Is the antenna connected properly? (--> page 4) • Is the signal weak? --> Connect an ...
Page 34 - Speaker system; PARTS INDEX
Speaker system Cabinet type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 way, built in subwoofer (magnetic shield type)Speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Subwoofer: 130 mm (5 1/8 in) cone type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
