MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 1 THREE-CD CHANGER MINI-COMPACT SYSTEM CD-R/RW PLAYBACK MAX-B550/B570 Instruction Manual
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 2 Safety Warnings GB CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT This Compact Disc player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 3 Thank you for buying this SAMSUNG mini-compact system. Contents Please take time to read these instructions. They will allow you to operate your system with ease and take full advantage of its features. SAFETY WARNINGS .................................................................................................................................................................................. 2 INSTALLING YOUR MINI-COMPACT SYSTEM Front Panel View .....
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 4 Front Panel View GB 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 1 2 3 4 25 24 5 23 6 22 7 21 8 20 19 9 18 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Display Window AI Sleep Timer On/Off Timer/Clock Function Selection buttons Standby/On Demo/Dimmer MIC (option) MIC Volume (option) Cassette Deck 1 REC/Pause Memory Mono/ST Search Function buttons Tuning Mode or Stop button 15. CD Synchro Recording 16. Program 17. CD Repeat 4 18. 19.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 5 Remote Control GB 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Power Surround Sound Mode Volume and EQ Level CD Program and Tuner Preset Number Main Display (Function, Frequency, Time, etc.) FM Mode (STEREO) EQ D.S.P CD-RW Tape Reverse Mode CD Synchro Recording Tuner Frequency unit AI SLEEP or SLEEP CD Playing Disc Mode or CD Repeat Mode 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 6 Rear Panel View GB 1. FM Aerial Connector Terminal 2. SW Aerial Connector Terminal (option) 1 2 3 3. AM Aerial Connector Terminal 4. Loudspeaker Connector Terminals 5. AUX-Input 6. Voltage selector (option) 4 5 6 Remote Control 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 10 11 6 13 12 1. Standby/On 2. Sound Mode or Latin Sound 3. TAPE Fast-Forward/ Rewind 4. Deck 1/2 5. Reverse Mode 6. CD Repeat 7. CD Stop 8. Program/Set 9.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 7 Where to Install Your Mini-Compact System Inserting Remote Control Batteries GB To take full advantage of your new mini-compact system, follow these installation instructions before connecting the unit. Install the system on a flat, stable surface. Never place this unit on carpeting. Never place this unit in an outdoor area. Maintain an open space of approximately 6 inches (15 cm) on the sides and rear of the system, for ventilation purposes.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 8 Connecting to an External Source Connecting the Loudspeakers 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 Hi-Fi stereo video cassette recorder The loudspeaker connector terminals are located on the rear of the system. GB To connect the external source, the source must have an audio output.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 9 Connecting the AM (MW)/LW Aerial Connecting the FM Aerial GB The AM aerial (for long and medium waves) can be: Placed on a stable surface Fixed to the wall (you must first remove the base) The AM aerial connector terminals are located on the rear of the system and are marked AM . To avoid noise interference, check that the loudspeaker wires do not run close to the aerial wires. Always keep them at least 2 inches (5 cm) away.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 10 Demo/Dimmer function Setting the Clock GB All functions available on the system can be viewed on the display and the display's brightness can be switched between "on" and "off". 1 Press the Demo/Dimmer button. Result: All functions available on the system appear on the front panel display. Your system is equipped with a clock which allows you to turn your system on and off automatically.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 11 Loading and Changing Compact Discs Listening to a Compact Disc GB The CD disc changer can contain up to three 12 cm or 8 cm compact discs without using an adapter. Never force the compact disc carrousel when opening and closing the compartment. Never press down or place objects on the carrousel. Always treat your compact discs with care; refer, if necessary, to the section entitled “Precautions When Using Compact Discs” on page 24 .
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 12 Selecting a CD in the Disc changer Searching for a Specific Music Passage on a CD GB The CD function is automatically selected when Disc Skip is pushed. To select a specific disc, press the corresponding Disc (1, 2, 3) button on the front panel or Disc Skip on the remote control, until the required disc indicator flashes. Result: All the discs will be played in turn, starting with the one selected.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 13 Repeating One or All Tracks on the Compact Discs GB 7 8 You can repeat indefinitely: A specific track on a compact disc. All tracks on the compact disc selected. All discs loaded in the carrousel 1 To repeat... The current track indefinitely The selected disc All discs loaded 2 Press CD Repeat on the Front Panel one or more times until...
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 14 Checking or Changing Programmed Tracks Searching for and Storing the Radio Stations GB You can check or change your selection of tracks at any time. 1 2 Press 15 FM stations 15 AM stations (or 8 MW and 7 LW stations) or 15 AM stations (5 MW ,5 SW1,and 5 SW2 Stations) once if you have started listening to the selection. Press Program.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 1~15 5/16/02 10:09 PM Page 15 Searching for and Storing the Radio Stations (continued) Selecting a Stored Station GB 8 If you do not want to store the radio station found, revert to Step 4 and search for another station. Otherwise: a Press Memory. Result: The PRGM is displayed for a few seconds. b Press Tuning Down and Up to assign a program number between 1 and 15. c Press Memory to store the radio station. Result: PRGM is no longer flashed and the station is stored.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 16~26 5/17/02 1:11 AM Page 16 Listening to a Cassette CD Synchro Record Feature GB Always treat your cassettes with care; refer, if necessary, to the section entitled “Precautions When Using Audio Cassettes” on page 22. 1 2 3 Switch the system on by pressing the Standby/On button. Select the TAPE function by pressing TAPE on the front panel. Open either cassette deck 1 or 2 by pushing and releasing the deck cover where PUSH EJECT ( ) is written.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 16~26 5/17/02 1:11 AM Page 17 Recording a Radio Program Selecting the Cassette Playback Mode (Deck 2 Only) GB You can record a radio program of your choice. You can only record on cassettes in Deck 2. You do not need to adjust the volume, as it has no effect on the recording. Your mini-compact system has three cassette playback modes which enable you to listen to both sides of a cassette automatically. Press REV.Mode until the appropriate symbol is displayed.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 16~26 5/17/02 1:11 AM Page 18 Timer Function GB The timer enables you to switch the system on or off at specific times. Example: You wish to wake up to music every morning. If the timer switch on and off times are identical, the word ERROR is displayed. If you no longer want the system to be switched on or off automatically, you must cancel the timer. Before setting the timer, check that the current time is correct. For each step, you have a few seconds to set the required options.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 16~26 5/17/02 1:11 AM Page 19 Mute Function Selecting Sound Mode GB You can turn the sound off temporarily on your system. Example: You wish to answer a telephone call. 1 2 our mini-compact system is equipped with a preset equalizer that allows you to choose the most appropriate balance between treble and bass frequencies, according to the type of music you are listening to. Press Mute.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 16~26 5/17/02 1:11 AM Page 20 Setting the System to Switch off Automatically Connecting Headphones GB While listening to a compact disc or a cassette, you can set the system to switch off automatically Example: You wish to go to sleep to music. 1 Press AI Sleep.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 16~26 5/17/02 1:11 AM Page 21 Cleaning Your Mini-Compact System Safety Precautions GB The following diagrams illustrate the precautions to be taken when using or moving your mini-compact system.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 16~26 5/17/02 1:11 AM Page 22 Precautions When Using Compact Discs Before Contacting the After-Sales Service 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.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 16~26 5/17/02 1:11 AM Page 23 Technical Specifications GB SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design specifications and these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice. RADIO LW(option) Usable sensitivity 60 dB SW(option) Usable sensitivity 40 dB AM (MW) Tuning range 522 - 1611KHz Signal/noise ratio 40 dB Usable sensitivity 54 dB Total harmonic distortion 2% FM Tuning range 87.
MAX-B550/570 no RDS 16~26 5/17/02 1:11 AM Page 24 THIS APPLIANCE IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS AH68-01033J
