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ENGLISH WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. RISK OF ELECTRIC Read the Operating Instructionscarefully and completely before operating the unit. Be sure to keep the Operating Instructions for future reference. All warnings and cautions in the Operating Jnstructionsand on the unit should be strictlyfollowed, as well as the safety suggestions below.
4 Extension cord-- To help prevent electric shock, do not use a polarized AC power plugwith an extensioncord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the polarized plug can be completely inserted to prevent exposure of the blades of the plug. 5 When not In use-- Unplug the AC power cordfrom the power outlet if the unit will not be used for several months or more. When the cord is plugged in, a small amount of current continues to flow to the unit, even when the power is turned off.
PREPARATIONS Refer to the diagram on the next page. The DOLBY PRO LOGIC system which is the biggest feature of this stereo system provides you with multi channel sound in your home. Complete setting and connection of the main unit, supplied speakers, your TV and video equipment according to the following procedure. 1 Connect the right speaker to the main unit. Connect the speaker cord with the plug to the SPEAKERS HIGH FREQ R terminal.
Surround speaker {I < {L IIJ IT 0, Surround speaker cord Center speaker Right speaker 61 \ /i Television AC cord 7 Connect the supplied antennas. Connect the FM antenna to FM 75 _ terminals and the AM antenna to AM LOOP terminals, 8 • Be sure to connect the speaker cords correctly, improper connections can cause short circuits in SPEAKERS terminals. FM antenna AM antenna iFFM @ 8 Connect the AC cord to an AC outlet. • The game Demc will begin when the AC cord is plugged into an AC outlet.
POSITIONING THE SPEAKERS To achieve the optimum effects obtainable with the DOLBY PRO LOGIC system, it is important to position the speakers properly. Refer to the following illustration to find out the best location in your room. Inserting batteries Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control and insert two R6 (size AA) batteries, 6 CX-NMA845 ......
z o il ....... ............. i.......... t ENTER POWER ECO CLOCK MULTI JOG SETTING To turn the power on Press one of the function buttons (TAPEJDECK 1/2, TUNER/ BAND, MIDEO/AUX/5.tDH, CD, MD). Playback of the inserted disc or tape begins, or the previously tuned station is received (Direct Play Function). POWER is also available. When the power is turned on, the disc compartment may open and close to reset the unit. To turn the power off Press POWER.
7-Channel Multi-Amplifier To play the game System To provide reinforcement for the ultra-low frequencies, in addition to the Left/Right 2-channel amplifier used to reproduce mid-tohigh-range frequencies, this system incorporates a second L/R 2-channel amplifier just for reproduction of ultra-low frequencies -- making the front speakers, in effect, a 4-channel amplifier system.
SOUND .= 2 BBE USING THE BEAT FUNCTION OOOQ OQO 0o0o 000o T-BASS --T-BASS @ ooo eo0o VOLUME This unit has a library of rhythm patterns from which you can select the desired one to add to the playback of any music sources, thus allowing you to create your original sounds. The mix created with the BEAT and BBE functions can be recorded on tape if you want to. Also, the mix is available at LINE OUT. -- VOL e, =, .
To adjust the tempo of the rhythm pattern Using the AUTO mode The AUTO mode automaticafly adjusts the tempo of the current rhythm pattern so it coincides with the tempo of the music. RHYTHM _, 1 [ ]_lj |F_ _l MULTI JOG Depending on the music the AUTO mode may not work correctly (with songs whose tempo is fuzzy, or is varying, for example). S AT ON/OFF- 2,3 2,4 1 Press RHYTHM "Tempo XXX.
When the unit gets synced up to the tempo of the music,the display will momentarily read the synced-up tempo. Depending on sound sources (such as, songs whose tempo is varying), however,you may see differenttempos appearing one after the other in the display. After once synced up if the sync lock unlocks the display will read "BEAT OUT," and again the unit will try to get synced up.
Using a scratch mode 5 -_ m] T'I • [ r ] F i --1----Fr7 lm 2 3,4,5 1 2 :J 4 1 1 Hold down SPICE A, (Don't release the button until you complete step 2.) The display will read "SCT MODE." 1 Press AUTO SPICE. "A-SPICE"will show in the display. /--_--E.'.....'::.j':;' T _"_."." -\ _Z.._, Press 2 Still holding down the button, turn MULTI JOG. Depending on the direction in which you turn MULTI JOG, different scratches are produced. The Scratch mode is disabled when you release the A button.
SE'n'ING A NEW EQUALIZATION MANUALLY Q z 1,3 SELECTING THE PROGRAMMED EQUALIZATION CURVE This unit provides the following 5 different programmed equalization curves. ROCK: Powerful sound emphasizing treble and bass POP: More presence in the vocals and midrange LATIN: Accented higher frequencies for latin music. CLASSIC: Enriched sound with heavy bass and fine treble. JAZZ: Accented lower frequencies for jazz-type music 1X MULTI JOG - CURVE .
MEMORIZING CURVES THE NEW EQUALIZATION 1,2,4 1,3 The DSP (Digital Signal Processor) SURROUND sonically changes the acoustic characteristics of any listening rooms, allowing you to enjoy the real sound presence of different environments. This unit has been programmed with 5 different SURROUND. modes. 1 SELECTING SURROUND A PROGRAMMED MODE DSP Up to 5 customized equalization curves can be stored as the manual modes M1 - M5. MULTI JOG 1 Go through steps 1-4 on previous page.
RADIO RECEPTION Q Z _ o II-O DO0o DOOQ DOOQ DO -MONa TUNER 0 (/) 1 )oo )oo 2 )oo o o o 0 30 TUNER BAND _ -0-9,+10 3 _Q_O o < 1 Press TUNER/BAND desired band. repeatedly to select the I-_FM-_AM_ When TUNER/BAND is pressed while the power is off, the power is turned on directly. 2 Press _ DOWN or _ UP to select The unit can store a total of 32 preset stations. When a station is stored, a preset number is assigned to the station.
TAPE PLAYBACK To select a reverse mode (deck 2 only) Each time REV MODE (DECK 2) is pressed, the reverse mode changes. TAPE/DECK 1/2-- ......... To play one side only, select _-. ----_PUSH --_PUSHEJECT-Deck 1-REV MODE -(DECK 2) EJECT -- Deck 2 .--l,_=C,- C; 0 /- 1 PressTAPE/DECK 1/2 and press _-- PUSH EJECT to open the cassette holder. indicates Continuous _--) on the display Play, To select a playing deck When tapes are loaded in both decks, press TAPE/DECK 1/2 first to select a deck.
f MUSIC SENSOR If there isa 4-second or longerblank between each track, a search for the beginning of the current or next track during playback can be done easily. Press _ or _ during playback referring to the playback side indicator (41 or _') on the display. For example,when I_ is pressed while I_ is displayed, playback of the next track starts.
CD PLAYING To Dlav one disc onlv, press DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3, The selected disc is played once. MULTI JOG CD i oo "RANDOM/ REPEAT "0-9,+10 II-II-- "DISC DIRECT PLAY DISC DIRECT " PLAY 1-3 DISC CHANGE- Press To start play when the power is off (Direct Play Function) Press CD. The power is turned on and play of the loaded disc(s) begins. When _AOPEN/CLOSE is pressed, the power is also turned on and the disc compartment is opened. To check the remaining time During play, press CD EDIT/CHECK.
RANDOM/REPEAT Use the remote i PLAY < control. RANDOM play All the tracks on the selected disc or all the discs can be played randomly. Up to 30 tracks can be programmed from any of the inserted discs. REPEAT play A single disc or all the discs can be played repeatedly. --2,3 Press RANDOM/REPEAT. Each time it is pressed, the function can be selected cyclically. RANDOM play -- RANDOM lights up on the display. REPEAT play -- _. lights up on the display.
RECORDING To stop recording, press III. To pause recording, press II. (Applicable when the source is TUNER, VIDEO/AUX or MD.) Toresume recording, pressit again. This section explains how to record from the tuner, CD player, or external equipment. 3 Sound adjustment during recording The VOLUME control has no effect on recording. It only sets the level feeding the speakers and headphones.Remember, however, recording takes on the BEAT, AUTO SPICE/FILL IN, SPICE NB functions, as well as on the BBE function.
i E 0 O =€ 1,3 i-- m 2 iT 2 • Set the tape to the point where recording will start. • The reverse mode is automatically set to T.. Note that recording will be done on one side of the tape only. 1 PressTAPE/DECK • Dubbing does not start from a point halfway in the tape. • The reverse mode is automatically set to T_) 1/2. 2 Insert the original tape into deck 1 and the tape to be recorded on into deck 2.
6 Press • MULTI JOG " 2 REC/REC MUTE to start recording on the first side. The tape is rewound to the beginning of the front side, the lead segment is playedthroughfor 10 seconds, and recording starts. When recording on the front (side A) ends, recording on the back (side B) starts. 3QQ I-- T 1 1 -5 300 _ _ ci ci Q To stop recording Press I. Recording and CD play stop simultaneously. To clear the edit program Press • CLEAR twice so that "EDIT" disappears on the display.
6 Repeat step 5 for the rest of the tracks for side A, A track whose playing time is longer than the remaining time cannot be programmed. 7 MULTI -4,5 Press CD EDIT/CHECK to select side program the tracks for side B. After confirming "B" on the display, repeat step 5. Tape side B (reverse side) ."--_-, I-=-_-;f.... B and Press the •REC/REC .........-...-..=, ",1.'i ;;.t."d-'3_-t MUTE button to start recording.
DOI The DOLBY PRO LOGIC feature and the center and rear speakers (standard) assure full-scale home theater sound. When playing back laser discs or video software that have been recorded in Dofby Surround, astonishingly realistic sound surrounds the listener to create a new level of audio/visual entertainment. Independent control of the five sound channels allows the listener to enjoy the same type of sound reproduction experienced in movie theaters.
£ In addition to the NORMAL mode, this unit is also equipped with 0000 oo_ OO_O OOII om 0000 -MANUAL SELECT -1 the PHANTOM and the 3 STEREO modes. PHANTOM mode: Use this mode when no center speaker is connected. The center channel signals are output through the left and right speakers. 3 STEREO mode: Use this mode when no surround speakers are connected.
KARAOKE • When the function is changed, the microphone volume and the echo volume are set to off. Recommended microphones The use of unidirectional type microphones is recommended to prevent howling. Contact your local Aiwa dealer for details. VOCAL FADER/MULTIPLEX FUNCTIONS This unit can use discs or tapes as Karaoke sources. Use the vocal fader function for ordinary discs or tapes. Use the multiplex function for multi audio discs or tapes.
To add a reservation during play Repeat step 3, To check the reserved tracks Press CD EDIT/CHECK repeatedly. Each time it is pressed, the disc number and track number are displayed in the reserved order. 12 3QC 90¢ 90¢ I To stop play Press I. When I_/<11b is pressed, the play starts from the last track again. --3 Ig_ I1 To skip a current track Press IH_. The skipped track is cleared from the program. To clear all the reservations Press IH_ repeatedly until "K - P00" is displayed. I-- -- " ..... ..
CLOCK I AND TIMER 3 m II m 2 -1 2 oo c ooo c t1 2 1 --ql_ The clock is displayed. (The":" between the hours and minutes flashes.) When the power cord is plugged into an AC outlet for the first time after purchase or when the clock setting is canceled due to a power failure, the entire clock display flashes. The unit can be turned off automatically at a specified time. Use the remote control. 1 Press SLEEP. l== ,......... • 1 Press CLOCK. = .............. it.. ,= t ,l_ ¢ ._..'-..,....
5 Adjust the volume. The source sound will play at the volume level set in this step when the power is turned on by the timer. If the volume level is set to 21 or higher, however, it will automatically be set to 20 when the power is turned on. 5 -TIMER OOO 0000 O00Q 000_ OO 0 6 Prepare To listen To listen To listen the source. to a CD, load the disc to be played first on tray 1, to a tape, insert the tape into deck 1 or 2. to the radio, tune in to a station 7 Press POWER to turn off the power.
OTHER CONNECTIONS 5.1 CH INPUT JACKS This unitcan inputsound signalsfrom the audio equipment (DVD player, LD player, etc.) that contains a Dolby Digital decoder with the 5.1 ch output terminals. Refer to "CONNECTING A DVD PLAYER" on page 31. -- VIDEO/AUX --5.1CH INPUT --Me -- LINE OUT oeo el VIDEO/AUX/5,1CH POWER-- 2- (OPTICAL) | I "1 _ . Jtiiiilliili ==== 0 0 0 c:c::_', JACKS v This unit can input analog sound signals through these jacks.
LISTENING SURROUND 5.1CH INPUT jacks of this unit support SURROPUND system, Connect a DVD player with 5. t CH output cables with RCA phono plugs OUTPUT CENTER, DIGITAL to this unit using etc. 1 1 rTI This unit's jack etc. 5.1CH SUB WOOFER 5.1CH OUTPUT SURROUND (L,R), etc. 5.1CH OUTPUT FRONT (L,R), etc. LINE OUT (L,R), jacks DOLBY as follows; DVD player's jack 5.tCH OUTPUT SUB WOOFER, 5.tCH the 5.
UMP L Occasional care and maintenance of the unit and the software are needed to optimize the performance of your unit. If the unit fails to perform as described Instructions, check the following guide. To clean the cabinet GENERAL There is no sound. • Is the AC cord connected properly? • Is there a bad connection? (4 pages 4&5) • There may be a short circuit in the speaker terminals. Disconnect the AC cord, then correct the speaker connections.
General Main unit CX-NMA845 FM tuner Power requirements Power consumption Dimensions of main unit 120 V AC, 60 Hz 210W 260 x 324 x 346 mm (WxHx D) Weight of main unit (10:h x 127/e x 13%in.) 7.8 kg (171be 3 oz.) Standby power consumption With power-economizing 29W mode off: With power-economizing 1.5W mode on: < E W Z W o section 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz 13.
