USB Recorder CD Player Cassette Tape Recorder Owner’s Manual Thank you very much for purchasing an EIKI 8080. Please read this manual thoroughly for information on how to use the 8080 properly, and keep the manual along with the warranty card in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Precautions 1. Recording Copyright—Unless it’s for personal use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder. 2. AC Fuse—The AC fuse inside the unit is not user-serviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact your dealer. 3. Care—Occasionally you should dust the unit all over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards with a clean cloth.
Modèle pour les Canadien REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée: ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND. For British models Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel.
Contents Turning the Power On................................................. 9 Turning the Power Off ................................................ 9 Basic Operation and Connection............................... 10 Adjusting the tone .................................................... 10 Adjusting the left and right level balance .................. 10 Adjusting the volume................................................ 10 Selecting the input....................................................
Features CD player compatible with MP3 and WMA files ❏ The 8080’s built-in CD player can play not only music CDs but MP3 and WMA files. ❏ It is also compatible with CD-R and CD-RW discs. USB recorder ❏ The built-in USB recorder can play MP3 and WMA files on the connected USB flash drive. ❏ It also converts audio data on a CD or cassette tape into the MP3 format and records it to the connected USB flash drive.
Orientation Controls and Connections Orientation Please refer to the bracketed page number for a detailed explanation of the corresponding control. Top panel [VOLUME] knob [10] [BALANCE] knob [10] [CD/USB] Input Select switch [10] Tape Counter & Counter Reset button [16] [TONE] knob [10] [AC] indicator [9] Cassette holder [16] 2 x COUNTER DIGITAL DISPLAY REPEAT 1ALL REMAIN RANDOM PROGRAM MEMORY VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM MIN. TRACK NO. SEC.
Orientation Display [ALL] indicator [14] [REMAIN] indicator [12] [REPEAT] indicator [14] [RANDOM] indicator [14] Playback indicator [13] [PROGRAM] indicator [15] DIGITAL DISPLAY REPEAT 1ALL REMAIN RANDOM PROGRAM MEMORY MIN. TRACK NO. SEC.
Basic Operation Turning the Power On Connect the power cord of the 8080 to an AC outlet of appropriate voltage. The [AC] indicator lights up. AC outlet Basic Operation Power plug The power cord is tucked inside the compartment on the bottom of the unit. Before you use the unit, extract the power cord from the compartment. If you plan not to use the unit for a long period of time, or if you plan to carry or transport the unit, store the power cord in the compartment.
Basic Operation Basic Operation and Connection 1 2 34 8 2 x COUNTER DIGITAL DISPLAY REPEAT 1ALL REMAIN RANDOM PROGRAM MEMORY VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM MIN. TRACK NO. SEC. TIME AUTOMATIC STOP 7 PUSH OPEN 1 Adjusting the tone 2 Adjusting the left and right In most cases, set the [TONE] knob to “HIGH,” which is the standard setting. If you want to cut some high frequency range or reduce hiss, rotate the knob counterclockwise.
Basic Operation 5 Connecting a microphone 6 Connecting an external device External device 8080 front panel To [AUX IN] Mini plug CAUTION: Connect the audio output of an external device to the [AUX IN] connector on the front panel of the 8080. The [AUX IN] connector accepts monaural signals via a monaural mini plug (ø3.5mm). Use an appropriate commercially available cable. Basic Operation Connect a monaural dynamic microphone to the [MIC] connector on the front panel.
Listening to Tracks on a CD or USB Flash Drive NOTE: 1 When you change the [CD/USB] Input Select switch setting during playback of a CD or USB flash drive, playback will stop. 2 x COUNTER DIGITAL DISPLAY REPEAT 1ALL REMAIN RANDOM PROGRAM MEMORY VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM MIN. TRACK NO. SEC.
Listening to Tracks on a CD or USB Flash Drive CD USB flash drive 1 Set the Input Select switch to “CD.” Set the Input Select switch to “USB.” 2 Insert a CD. Connect the USB flash drive. Connect the USB flash drive to the [USB] port on the front panel. 1 Open the disc cover. 2 Place a CD on the turntable with its label side facing up. CAUTION: 3 Close the disc cover. Playback Disc turntable • The [USB] port does not support a USB hub. Connect the USB flash drive directly to the [USB] port.
Advanced Playback from a CD or USB Flash Drive Playback Pitch Control You can change the playback pitch (speed) by pressing the PITCH [SLOW] or PITCH [FAST] buttons. To restore the normal pitch (speed), press the PITCH [NORMAL] button. When you press the PITCH [SLOW] or [FAST] button, the indicator will change to the pitch indicator. (A minus symbol (–) appears if the speed is slower than the original.
Advanced Playback from a CD or USB Flash Drive 2 Music CD MP3/WMA (CD/USB) Use the [SKIP] buttons to select a track to program. Use the [SEARCH/FOLDER] buttons to select a folder, then use the [SKIP] buttons to select a track to program. MEMORY The selected track number and playback time appear. 3 MEMORY The selected track number and folder number appear. Press the [PROG.] button. The selected track is programmed to P-01. MEMORY 4 Continue programming, if necessary. Repeat steps 2 and 3.
Listening to a Tape ■ About the tape counter The tape counter indicates the approximate amount of tape transport. Press the counter reset button to reset the counter to “000.” tape counter/counter reset button 2 x COUNTER 2 x COUNTER DIGITAL DISPLAY REPEAT 1ALL REMAIN RANDOM PROGRAM MEMORY VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM MIN. TRACK NO. SEC. TIME AUTOMATIC STOP PUSH OPEN 2 1 1 Load a cassette tape. 1 Press the [STOP/EJECT] button to pop open the cassette holder.
Recording to a USB Flash Drive Recording from a CD to a USB Flash Drive 1 2 x COUNTER DIGITAL DISPLAY REPEAT 1ALL REMAIN NOTE: RANDOM PROGRAM MEMORY VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM MIN. TRACK NO. SEC. TIME AUTOMATIC STOP PUSH OPEN 2 Tracks will automatically be recorded to available space on the drive. You do not have to locate the appropriate position to record (as you would with a cassette tape). 3 4 2 Insert a music CD. See page 13.
Recording to a USB Flash Drive 2X Recording from a CD to a USB Flash Drive The 8080 enables you to record tracks from a music CD to a USB flash drive at 2X speed. At this time, Mic Mixing recording (see page 22) is disabled. 1 2 x COUNTER DIGITAL DISPLAY REPEAT 1ALL REMAIN NOTE: RANDOM PROGRAM MEMORY VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM MIN. TRACK NO. SEC. TIME AUTOMATIC STOP PUSH OPEN 2 Tracks will automatically be recorded to available space on the drive.
Recording to a USB Flash Drive Recording from a Cassette Tape to a USB Flash Drive 1 2 x COUNTER DIGITAL DISPLAY REPEAT 1ALL REMAIN NOTE: RANDOM PROGRAM MEMORY VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM MIN. TRACK NO. SEC. TIME AUTOMATIC STOP PUSH OPEN 3 4 1 Set the Input Select switch to [USB]. 5 Tracks will automatically be recorded to available space on the drive. You do not have to locate the appropriate position to record (as you would with a cassette tape).
Recording to a Cassette Tape Recording from a CD to a Cassette Tape Use a TYPE I (Normal) cassette tape for recording. 1 2 x COUNTER DIGITAL DISPLAY REPEAT 1ALL REMAIN RANDOM PROGRAM MEMORY VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM MIN. TRACK NO. SEC. TIME AUTOMATIC STOP PUSH OPEN 2 4 3 1 Set the Input Select switch to [CD]. 2 Insert a CD. See page 13. 3 Insert a cassette tape. See page 16. 4 Press the [RECORD] button in the tape transport section.
Recording to a Cassette Tape Recording from a USB Flash Drive to a Cassette Tape Use a TYPE I (Normal) cassette tape for recording. 1 2 x COUNTER DIGITAL DISPLAY REPEAT 1ALL REMAIN RANDOM PROGRAM MEMORY VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM MIN. TRACK NO. SEC. TIME AUTOMATIC STOP PUSH OPEN 2 4 3 Recording 1 Set the Input Select switch to [USB]. 2 Connect a USB flash drive. See page 13. 3 Insert a cassette tape. See page 16.
Using a Microphone or External Device Mic Mixing Recording Mic Mixing Recording function enables you to mix audio signals from a connected microphone with the audio playback signals from the CD, USB flash drive or tape. (This function is not available during 2X-speed recording from a CD to a USB flash drive.) 1 Connect a microphone to the [MIC] connector. (See page 11.) 2 Set up and start recording. 3 Input the sound you want to mix from a connected microphone.
Using a Microphone or External Device Using an External Device You can play back or record sound input from a connected external device in the same way as Mic Mixing Recording and Playback. 1 Connect a device to the [AUX IN] connector. (See page 11.) 2 Set up and start playback or recording. 3 Play the external device. Tips: • The sound from an external device will be mixed with the playback sound of the 8080.
Supported Discs, USB Devices, and Files Supported Discs The 8080 supports playback of 8 cm and 12 cm CDs with the following logo. • Eiki does not guarantee the operation of the unit if you use discs that do not comply with the compact disc standards. • Do not use discs that feature a non-standard shape, such as a heart shape. Otherwise, the unit may malfunction. ■ About CD-R and CD-RW discs • CD-R and CD-RW discs must be finalized before they can be used in the unit.
About Folders and Files File Playback Sequence The 8080 loads the folders (that contain MP3/WMA files) starting with the highest level of the folder hierarchy. Within the same level of the hierarchy, the 8080 loads folders in the numerical order. The folder numbering format is “ F” (where “ ” is a two-digit number), as shown in the example diagram below. Folders that do not contain any MP3/WMA files will not be numbered. The 8080 reads and plays back files in a folder in numerical order.
About CD and Cassette Tape Handling CDs ■ Holding a disc *** ***** *** ****** ***** **** *** ***** *** ***** ***** ***** *** ** ****** ***** **** *** ***** *** ****** ***** **** *** ***** *** ***** ***** ***** *** ** ****** ***** **** Handle the disc carefully by holding it by its edges. Do not touch the playback side (non-label, shiny side). Do not touch the playback side. ■ Cleaning a disc Playback side (shiny side) Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe dust and fingerprints off the surface of a CD.
About CD and Cassette Tape Handling Cassette Tapes ■ Recommended cassette tapes • Use a TYPE I (Normal) tape. Using other types of tape may cause the unit to record or delete audio incorrectly. • Do not use tapes that are longer than 90 minutes in duration. These tapes are thin and can easily get caught on the pinch rollers or capstans. ■ Loose tape Loose tape can easily be damaged or cut. Remove any tape slack with a pencil or similar device as shown in the figure.
Appendix Maintenance ■ Cleaning the unit Dust the unit with a soft cloth. For stubborn dirt, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards with a clean, dry cloth. • Do not use thinners, alcohol, or other chemical solvents. • If you are using chemical cleaning cloth, follow the instructions for using the cloth carefully.
Appendix Troubleshooting If you have any trouble using the 8080, look for a solution here before you contact your Eiki dealer for repair. Common section The power indicator does not light up. Causes See page: • The power cord plug is disconnected from the AC outlet. • Insert the power cord plug into the AC outlet securely. 9 • The volume setting is too low. • Raise the [VOLUME] knob setting to an appropriate level. 10 No sound is heard from the built-in speaker.
Appendix Symptoms Causes • The cassette tape is still playing. Playback does not start. USB recorder section • There is no file to play back on the USB flash drive. • The tape recorder section has the higher priority for playback. Stop the tape playback, then play the files on the USB flash drive. • Connect a USB flash drive that contains supported MP3 or WMA files. 13 24 • The unit does not recognize the USB flash drive. • The unit does not support the USB flash drive.
Appendix Specifications ■ CD player section Frequency response Number of channels D/A converter Playback format 127 Hz – 20 kHz 2 channel stereo 1 bit (8fs digital filter) CD-DA, MP3, WMA ■ USB recorder section Compliance Interface File system Playback format Recording format Current supply USB Mass Storage Class USB 2.0 Full Speed FAT, FAT32 MP3, WMA MP3 (128kbps) Max.
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