AIWA XR-EM30 (01) PDF MANUAL

AIWA XR-EM30 (01) PDF SUMMARY:

How do I record the model and serial number of the CD Stereo System?

Record the model number and serial number (found on the rear of the unit) in the space provided to refer to them when contacting an Aiwa dealer.

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What is the meaning of the lightning flash symbol on the unit?

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle alerts the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may cause electric shock.

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What is the meaning of the exclamation point symbol on the unit?

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle alerts the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions.

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What should I do before operating the unit?

Read the Operating Instructions carefully and completely before operating the unit, and keep them for future reference. Follow all warnings and cautions in the Operating Instructions and on the unit, as well as the safety suggestions.

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What safety instructions should I follow to prevent electric shock or injury?

• Do not use attachments not recommended by the unit manufacturer.
• Do not use this unit near water.
• Do not use this unit near heat sources.
• Do not place the unit in temperatures less than 5˚C (41˚F) or greater than 35˚C (95˚F).
• Place the unit on a flat, even surface.
• Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
• Move an appliance and cart combination with care.

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How should I ensure proper ventilation for the unit?

• Allow 10 cm clearance from the rear and the top of the unit, and 5 cm from each side.
• Do not block or cover the slots and openings in the cabinet.
• Do not place the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface.
• Do not place the unit in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

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What should I do to prevent damage from objects or liquids?

• Never push objects into the unit through the cabinet slots.
• Never spill liquid on the unit.

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What type of power source should I use?

Operate the unit only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.

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What should I do if the plug does not fit into the power outlet?

If the plug does not fit, try reversing it. If it still does not fit, contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.

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How should I handle the power cord?

Power-supply cords should be routed so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched.

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What should I avoid overloading?

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire.

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Where should an outside antenna system not be located?

An outside antenna system should not be located near overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits.

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What precautions should I take when installing an outside antenna system?

Take extreme care to keep from touching power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.

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What should I do for added protection during a lightning storm?

Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.

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How should I clean the unit?

Unplug the unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning, and do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

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When should I refer servicing to qualified service personnel?

• When the power cord or plug is damaged.
• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit.
• If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the unit does not operate normally.
• If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
• When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance.

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What should I do if replacement parts are needed?

Be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or having the same characteristics as the original part.

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What should I ask the service technician to do after repairs?

Ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the unit is in proper operating condition.

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What items are included in the system and accessories?

• Main unit CX-LEM30
• Speakers SX-LEM30
• Remote control
• FM antenna
• AM antenna

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How do I install batteries in the remote control?

Detach the battery compartment lid and insert two R6 (size AA) batteries with correct polarity.

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When should I replace the batteries in the remote control?

Replace the batteries when the operational distance between the remote control and main unit becomes shorter.

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When should I remove the batteries from the remote control?

Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for an extended period of time.

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What can interfere with the remote control operation?

Intense sunlight or an obstructed line of sight may interfere with the remote control operation.

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How do I connect the speakers?

Connect the right speaker to the SPEAKERS R terminals and the left to the SPEAKERS L terminals. The speaker cords with the stripes go to the 0 terminals.

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How do I connect the antennas?

Connect the FM antenna to the FM 75 Ω terminals and the AM antenna to the AM LOOP jack.

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How do I connect the AC power cord?

Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet after all other connections are made.

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What happens after connecting the AC power cord?

The clock will flash on the display.

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What precautions should I take with the speaker cords?

Do not short-circuit the 0 and 9 speaker cord leads.

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What should I keep away from the speakers?

Keep objects generating magnetism or objects affected by magnetism away from the speakers.

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What should I keep away from the antennas?

Keep antennas away from metallic objects, electrical equipment, and cords.

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How should I position the FM antenna?

Extend the FM antenna fully and position for the best reception.

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What should I do if FM reception is poor?

Connect an optional outdoor antenna to the FM 75 Ω terminals.

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How should I position the AM antenna?

Rotate the AM antenna to find the best reception.

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What is the function of the DISPLAY button on the main unit?

The DISPLAY button changes the display in CD playback mode.

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What is the function of the PHONES jack on the main unit?

Plug in optional headphones with a stereo mini plug (ø3.5 mm). Speaker output is canceled.

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What is the function of the TONE button on the main unit?

The TONE button selects the sound adjusting mode, “BAS” (bass) or “TRE” (treble).

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What is the function of the VOLUME button on the main unit?

The VOLUME button adjusts the volume.

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What is the function of the cTAPE (REC MUTE) button on the main unit?

The cTAPE button starts playback. It is also used to enter 4-second blank spaces during recording.

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What is the function of the TUNER/AUX/BAND button on the main unit?

The TUNER/AUX/BAND button selects the radio function and the radio band. It also selects the function of external equipment connected to AUX IN jacks.

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What is the function of the ECD button on the main unit?

The ECD button starts and pauses CD play.

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What is the function of the POWER 6STANDBY/ON button on the main unit?

The POWER 6STANDBY/ON button switches the unit on and off (standby).

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What is the function of the REC/REC PAUSE button on the main unit?

The REC/REC PAUSE button starts and pauses recording.

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What is the function of the SYNCHRO REC button on the main unit?

The SYNCHRO REC button starts recording and CD play simultaneously.

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What is the function of the sCLEAR button on the main unit?

The sCLEAR button stops playback for CD and Tape, and clears a preset station for radio.

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What is the function of the f/r, t/g (TUNING DOWN, UP) buttons on the main unit?

• CD: Skips to a previous or succeeding track when pressed, searches a track in fast forward or reverse playback when held down.
• Tape: Rewinds or fast forwards the tape.
• Radio: Manually tunes up or down within the band.

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What are the functions of the AM LOOP jack and FM 75 Ω terminals on the main unit?

The AM LOOP jack and FM 75 Ω terminals connect the supplied AM and FM antennas.

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What is the function of the SUB WOOFER jack on the main unit?

The SUB WOOFER jack connects an optional powered sub woofer with a built-in amplifier.

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What is the function of the AUX IN jacks on the main unit?

The AUX IN jacks accept analog sound signals from external equipment. Connect external equipment using an optional connecting cable with RCA phono plugs (red plug to R jack, white plug to L jack). To switch function to external input, press TUNER/AUX/ BAND repeatedly.

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What are the functions of the SPEAKERS terminals on the main unit?

The SPEAKERS terminals connect the speaker cords of the supplied speakers.

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What is the function of the POWER button on the remote control?

The POWER button switches the unit on and off (standby).

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What is the function of the 0–10, +10 buttons on the remote control?

• CD: selects a track of the specified number.
• Radio: tunes in the station with the specified preset number.

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What are the functions of the numbered buttons when pressed with SHIFT held down on the remote control?

• CLOCK: Selects clock mode.
• TUNER MODE: Switches between stereo or monaural FM reception.
• DISPLAY.
• PROGRAM: Selects programmed CD playback mode.
• TIMER: Selects timer mode.
• SLEEP: Selects sleep-timer mode.
• RANDOM/REP: Selects random or repeat CD playback mode.
• CD EDIT/CHECK: Selects edited CD recording.

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What is the function of the REC/REC PAUSE button when pressed with SHIFT held down on the remote control?

The REC/REC PAUSE button starts and pauses recording.

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What is the function of the REC MUTE button on the remote control?

The REC MUTE button enters 4-second blank spaces during recording.

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What is the function of the ECD button on the remote control?

The ECD button starts and pauses CD play.

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What is the function of the AUX button on the remote control?

The AUX button selects the function of external equipment connected to AUX IN jacks.

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What is the function of the cTAPE button on the remote control?

The cTAPE button starts playback.

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What is the function of the TUNER/BAND button on the remote control?

The TUNER/BAND button selects the Radio function and the radio band.

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What is the function of the sCLEAR button on the remote control?

The sCLEAR button stops playback for CD and Tape and clears a preset station for Radio.

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What is the function of the SET button on the remote control?

The SET button determines the mode and stores the received station to preset.

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What is the function of the SHIFT button on the remote control?

The SHIFT button is held down when pressing a numbered button to change its function to that printed above the number.

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What is the function of the FUNCTION button on the remote control?

The FUNCTION button switches the active function among TAPE, TUNER, AUX and CD.

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What is the function of the PRESET +,- buttons on the remote control?

The PRESET +,- buttons tune in a preset station.

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What is the function of the f/r, t/g buttons on the remote control?

The f/r, t/g buttons skip to a previous or a succeeding track for CD and rewinds or fast forwards the tape.

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What is the function of the VOLUME +,- buttons on the remote control?

The VOLUME +,- buttons adjust the volume.

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What is the function of the TONE button on the remote control?

The TONE button selects the sound adjusting mode, “BAS” (bass) or “TRE” (treble).

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How do I set the clock?

1. Hold down SHIFT and press CLOCK on the remote control. When the unit is off, you can also press SET.
2. Within 6 seconds, press f or g to set the time. Each press changes the time in 1-minute steps. Holding these buttons down will vary the time in 10-minute units.
3. Press SET. The time display stops flashing and the clock starts from 00 seconds.

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How do I set the clock on the unit in stop mode?

Hold down s and press g in step 1. After setting the time in step 2, press TONE in step 3.

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How do I display the time while the power is on?

Hold down SHIFT and press CLOCK on the remote control. The time will be displayed for 6 seconds.

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How do I switch to the 24-hour standard?

Display the time and press s within 6 seconds. With each press, the clock alternates between 12- and 24-hour standard time.

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What should I do if the clock display flashes when the unit is turned off?

There has been a power interruption. Reset the clock.

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How do I turn the unit on?

Press POWER 6STANDBY/ON (or POWER on the remote control). Alternatively, press TAPE, TUNER/AUX/BAND (or TUNER/BAND or AUX on the remote control) or CD. Playback will start automatically if a disc or tape is loaded.

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How do I turn the unit off?

Press POWER 6STANDBY/ON again. The unit goes into standby.

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How do I change the display window brightness (Dimmer)?

Hold down DISPLAY (or hold down SHIFT and press DISPLAY on the remote control) for about 4 seconds while the power is on. Repeat to restore the brightness.

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What type of CDs can the unit play?

The unit plays finalized CD-R/RW discs as well as audio CDs.

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How do I play a CD?

1. Press OPEN to open the disc compartment.
2. Place a disc with the label side up and close the disc compartment.
3. Press E to start play.

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How do I stop CD play?

Press s.

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How do I pause CD play?

Press E. Press again to resume play.

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How do I skip to the beginning of the current/preceding/succeeding track on a CD?

Press f or g repeatedly.

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How do I search (playback in fast forward or reverse) on a CD?

Hold down f or g. Release at the desired point.

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How do I select a track with the remote control?

Press the numbered buttons to select a track.

• To select the 25th track, press +10, +10, and 5.
• To select the 11th track, press +10 and 1.

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How do I change the display in playback mode on a CD?

Press DISPLAY (or hold down SHIFT and press DISPLAY on the remote control) during play. The display changes in the following order:

• Track number being played and elapsed playing time
• Remaining time of play

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When is the remaining time of play not displayed?

Remaining time of play cannot be displayed during “1”, random, or programmed play.

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How do I use random/repeat play on a CD?

1. Hold down SHIFT and press RANDOM/REP repeatedly on the remote control. The mode changes as follows:
   • “1”: Plays one track repeatedly. Select the track with f or g.
   • “”: Plays all the tracks repeatedly.
   • “RANDOM”: Plays all the tracks randomly.
   • "RANDOM “”: Plays all the tracks repeatedly in random order.
2. Press E to start play.

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How do I cancel random/repeat play on a CD?

Hold down SHIFT and press RANDOM/REP on the remote control repeatedly until “RANDOM” or “” disappears. Direct selection of the tracks with the numbered buttons cancels random play mode.

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How do I repeat a selected set of tracks on a CD?

First select the tracks with programmed play. Then select repeat playback.

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How do I use programmed play on a CD?

1. Hold down SHIFT and press PROGRAM on the remote control in stop mode. “PRGM” flashes on the display.
2. Press the numbered buttons on the remote control to program a track.
   • To select the 25th track, press +10, +10, and 5.
   • To select the 11th track, press +10 and 1. The selected track number lights up on the display.
3. Repeat step 2 to program other tracks. The total number of selected tracks and total playing time will be displayed.
4. Press E to start play. The track number for the current track flashes on the display.

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What are some limitations when using programmed play on a CD?

• You cannot select a track with the numbered buttons. “CAN’T USE” is displayed when you try to select a track.
• If the total playing time of the program exceeds 99 minutes and 59 seconds, or if a track with a track number exceeding 30 is programmed, the playing time is displayed as “- -:- -”.
• You cannot program more than 30 tracks. “FULL” is displayed.

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How do I check the program of a CD?

Press f or g repeatedly in stop mode. The track number and program number are displayed in succession.

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How do I clear the program of a CD?

Press s in stop mode. “PRGM” disappears from the display.

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How do I add tracks to the program of a CD?

Repeat step 2 before starting playback. The tracks are added to the end of the program.

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How do I change the programmed tracks of a CD?

Clear the program and repeat all the steps again.

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What are some notes on CDs?

• Do not place more than one disc.
• Do not tilt the unit with a disc loaded.
• The unit may not play CD-R/RW discs recorded on personal computers or certain kinds of CD-R/RW recorders.
• Do not attach adhesive labels to either side of CD-R/RW discs.
• Do not load an unrecorded CD-R/RW disc.
• Do not use irregular-shaped CDs.

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How do I perform manual tuning for radio?

1. Press TUNER/AUX/BAND (or TUNER/BAND on the remote control) repeatedly to select a band.
2. Press f or g repeatedly to tune in a station. “TUNE” is displayed when a station is tuned in. “1” is displayed for FM stereo reception.

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How do I search for a station automatically (Auto search) for radio?

Hold down f or g. The unit searches for a station and stops at reception. To stop the search manually, press f or g.

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What should I know about auto search for radio?

Auto search may not stop at stations with weak signals.

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How do I preset stations for radio?

1. Tune in the desired station.
2. Press SET on the remote control to store the station. The preset number, beginning from “1” flashes on the display.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to preset other stations. The next station will not be stored if a total of 32 preset stations have already been stored. (“FULL” is displayed).

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What happens if power is interrupted for more than approximately 12 hours?

All settings stored in memory after purchase need to be reset.

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How do I tune in preset stations?

1. Select the band.
2. Press PRESET +,- on the remote control repeatedly. With each press, the station with the succeeding or preceding preset number is tuned in.

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How do I tune in a desired preset station directly?

Tune in the desired preset station directly by pressing the numbered buttons on the remote control.

• To select preset number 11, press +10 and 1.
• To select preset number 15, press +10 and 5.

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How do I clear a preset station?

1. Tune in the station by preset tuning.
2. Press s, then press SET on the remote control within 6 seconds. Preset station numbers in the band which are higher than the cleared number decrease by one.

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How do I adjust the volume?

Turn VOLUME (or press VOLUME +,- on the remote control). Adjust from 0 (minimum) to 30 and MAX (maximum).

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What happens to the volume level setting during power-off standby?

Volume level setting is retained during power-off standby.

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What happens if the unit is turned off with the volume set to 17 or higher?

It is automatically turned down to 16 the next time the unit is turned on.

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How do I switch to monaural FM reception?

Hold down SHIFT and press TUNER MODE on the remote control so that “MONO” is displayed. To cancel, repeat the above so that “STEREO” is displayed.

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Why switch to monaural FM reception?

When FM stereo reception is poor, switching to monaural reduces noise.

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How do I switch the AM tuning interval?

Hold down TUNER/AUX/BAND and press POWER on the main unit. The default setting of the AM tuning interval is 10 kHz/step. If using in an area where the frequency allocation system is 9 kHz/step, change the tuning interval.

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What happens when the AM tuning interval is changed?

All preset stations are cleared.

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How do I adjust the bass and treble?

1. Press TONE repeatedly to display “BAS” or “TRE”.
   • “BAS”: Adjusts the bass level.
   • “TRE”: Adjusts the treble level.
2. Within 6 seconds, turn VOLUME (or press VOLUME +,- on the remote control). Each level can be adjusted from “–2” to “+5”.

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What should I do if the sound becomes distorted when adjusting bass and treble?

Lower the level.

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What type of tapes should I use for playback?

Use only type I (normal) tapes.

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How do I insert a tape for playback?

1. Press zPUSH EJECT to open the cassette holder.
2. Insert the tape with the exposed side down and the side to be played facing out from the unit.
3. Press zPUSH EJECT to close the cassette holder.

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How do I start tape playback?

Press c.

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How do I stop tape playback?

Press s.

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How do I rewind or fast forward the tape?

Press f or g.

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How do I reset the tape counter?

Press s in stop mode. Opening and closing the cassette holder will also reset the tape counter.

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How do I eject the tape?

Press zPUSH EJECT after the deck stops completely.

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What are some notes on cassettes?

• Use of 120-minute or longer tapes is not recommended.
• Wind up any slack in the tape before use.

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How do I start CD recording more easily?

Insert the tape to be recorded, load the disc, and press SYNCHRO REC. Regardless of the function currently selected, CD play and tape recording start simultaneously.

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What happens when I start tape recording in CD stop mode?

Tape recording starts from the beginning of the disc (all tracks recording). When CD playback stops, tape recording stops simultaneously.

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What happens when I start tape recording in CD playback mode?

The unit returns to the beginning of the current track and it records only that track (one track recording). The unit continues playback till the end of the disc. To stop playback, press s.

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How do I stop recording?

Press s.

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How do I pause recording for TUNER or AUX source?

Press REC/REC PAUSE. Press again to resume.

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How do I record a selected set of tracks from a CD?

Program the desired tracks and then press SYNCHRO REC.

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How do I record a 4-second blank space for TUNER or AUX source?

1. Press c during recording or in recording pause mode. “REC MUTE” flashes on the display for 4 seconds (a blank space is added) and then the unit enters recording pause mode.
2. Press REC/REC PAUSE to resume recording.

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How can I also add a blank space during recording?

REC MUTE on the remote control is also available to add a blank space.

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How do I record a blank space shorter than 4 seconds?

Press again while “REC MUTE” flashes.

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How do I record a blank space longer than 4 seconds?

Press again after the unit enters recording pause mode. Each time the button is pressed, a 4-second blank space is added.

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How do I erase a tape?

1. Insert the tape and set it to the desired point.
2. Select the AUX function.
3. Turn off any optional equipment connected to the AUX IN jacks.
4. Press REC/REC PAUSE twice.

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What type of tapes should I use for basic recording?

Use only type I (normal) tapes.

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How do I start basic recording?

1. Press zPUSH EJECT to open the cassette holder.
2. Insert the recording tape with the exposed side down, and the side to be recorded on facing out from the unit.
3. Press zPUSH EJECT to close the cassette holder.
4. Press FUNCTION on the remote control to select the source to be recorded.
5. Prepare the source.
6. Press REC/REC PAUSE twice to start recording. When recording a CD, CD playback starts automatically. When recording input from connected equipment, manually start playback of the source. On the remote control, hold down SHIFT and press REC/REC PAUSE twice to start recording.

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Does volume or tone adjustments affect recording?

No, volume or tone adjustment(s) does not affect recording.

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How do I prepare for AI Edit Recording?

Prepare a tape that is longer than the CD length.

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What does AI Edit Recording do?

When recording a whole CD, AI Edit Recording takes the length of your tape into account and rearranges the recording order of the tracks if necessary, so that no track is cut short at the end of the side.

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What are some limitations of AI Edit Recording?

• Recording cannot start from a point halfway in the tape.
• AI Edit Recording cannot be used with discs containing more than 30 tracks.

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How do I use AI Edit Recording?

1. Insert the recording tape.
2. Press FUNCTION on the remote control to select the CD function, and load the disc.
3. Hold down SHIFT and press CD EDIT/CHECK on the remote control in stop mode. “AI C–00” is displayed.
4. Press the numbered buttons on the remote control to enter the length of the recording tape. 10 to 99 minutes can be specified.
   • For a 60-minute tape, press 6 and 0.
5. Press REC/REC PAUSE once. The tape is rewound to the beginning of side A. “REC MUTE” flashes on the display and the lead segment is played through for 10 seconds, and recording starts. Go to the next step when recording on side A finishes. On the remote control, hold down SHIFT and press REC/REC PAUSE to start recording.
6. Hold down SHIFT and press CD EDIT/CHECK once. The recording time left for side B appears on the display.
7. Turn over the tape and press REC/REC PAUSE once. Recording on side B starts in the same way as side A.

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What is Programmed Edit Recording?

As you program the CD tracks to record, Programmed Edit Recording displays the remaining recording time for each side of the tape, so you can easily select a set of desired tracks within the length of your tape.

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What are some limitations of Programmed Edit Recording?

• Recording cannot start from a point halfway in the tape.
• You cannot program more than 30 tracks.
• You cannot program a track with a track number larger than 30.

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How do I use Programmed Edit Recording?

1. Insert the recording tape.
2. Press FUNCTION on the remote control to select the CD function, and load the disc.
3. Hold down SHIFT and press CD EDIT/CHECK twice on the remote control in stop mode. “PRGC–00” is displayed.
4. Press the numbered buttons on the remote control to enter the length of the recording tape. 10 to 99 minutes can be specified.
   • For a 60-minute tape, press 6 and 0.
5. Press the numbered buttons on the remote control to select the first track to be recorded on side A.
   • To select the 25th track, press +10, +10, and 5.
   • To select the 11th track, press +10 and 1.
6. Repeat step 5 to select the rest of the tracks for side A. The remaining recording time of side A is displayed. You cannot select a track with a longer playing time.
7. Hold down SHIFT and press CD EDIT/CHECK once to switch to side B and select the tracks for the side.
8. Hold down SHIFT and press CD EDIT/CHECK once to switch back to side A.
9. Press REC/REC PAUSE once. The tape is rewound to the beginning of side A. “REC MUTE” flashes on the display and the lead segment is played through for 10 seconds, and recording starts. Go to the next step when recording on side A finishes. On the remote control, hold down SHIFT and press REC/REC PAUSE twice to start recording.
10. Hold down SHIFT and press CD EDIT/CHECK once to switch to side B.
11. Turn over the tape and press REC/REC PAUSE once. Recording on side B starts in the same way as side A.

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How do I stop recording when using Programmed Edit Recording?

Press s. Recording and CD playback stop simultaneously.

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How do I check the program when using Programmed Edit Recording?

1. Before recording, hold down SHIFT and press CD EDIT/CHECK on the remote control to select side A or B.
2. Press f or g repeatedly. The track number and program number are displayed in succession.

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How do I change the program of each side when using Programmed Edit Recording?

Hold down SHIFT and press CD EDIT/CHECK on the remote control to select side A or B, and press s to clear the program for the selected side. Then, select tracks again.