MAX-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:46 Page 1 THREE-CD CHANGER MINI-COMPACT SYSTEM CD-R/RW PLAYBACK MAX-S720 Instruction Manual
MAX-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:46 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-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:47 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-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:47 Page 4 Front Panel View GB 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 1 27 2 26 3 25 4 5 6 24 7 8 23 9 22 10 21 11 12 20 19 13 1415 16 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17.
MAX-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:47 Page 5 Display GB 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 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.
MAX-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:47 Page 6 Rear Panel View GB 1. FM Aerial Connector Terminal 2. AM Aerial Connector Terminal 3. Voltage Selector(option) 4. AUX-Input 1 5. Loudspeaker Connector Terminals 2 3 4 5 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. Latin Sound 3. TAPE Fast-Forward/ Rewind 4. Deck 1/2 5. TAPE Reverse Mode 6. CD Repeat 7. CD Stop 8. Program/Set 9. CD Track or Radio Station Search 10. Tuning Mode 11. FM Mono/Stereo 12.
MAX-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:47 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-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:47 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-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:47 Page 9 Connecting the AM (MW) 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. AM ANT.
MAX-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:47 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-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:47 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 22 .
MAX-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:47 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-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:47 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... Press CD Repeat on the Front Panel one or more times until...
MAX-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:47 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 You can store up to: 15 FM stations 15 AM stations 15 FM stations 8 MW stations 7 LW stations once if you have started listening to the selection. Press Program.
MAX-S720 NO (S) 1~15 7/25/03 8:47 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-S720GB no(s) 16~26 7/25/03 8:28 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 ( ). Open either cassette deck 1 or 2 by pushing and releasing the deck cover where Push Eject ( ) is written.
MAX-S720GB no(s) 16~26 7/25/03 8:28 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. 1 2 3 4 Switch the system on by pressing Standby/On. Your mini-compact system has three cassette playback modes which enable you to listen to both sides of a cassette automatically.
MAX-S720GB no(s) 16~26 7/25/03 8:28 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 you no longer want the system to be switched on or off automatically, you must cancel the timer. If the timer switch on and off times are identical, the word ERROR is displayed. 2 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-S720GB no(s) 16~26 7/25/03 8:28 Page 19 Mute Function Power Surround Function GB You can turn the sound off temporarily on your system. Example: You wish to answer a telephone call. 1 2 Press Mute. To switch the sound back on (at the same volume as before), press Mute again or the Volume buttons. Your mini-compact system is equipped with the function of Power Surround. The Power Surround replaces conventional stereo sound with a wider and more true-to-life sound.
MAX-S720GB no(s) 16~26 7/25/03 8:29 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-S720GB no(s) 16~26 7/25/03 8:29 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-S720GB no(s) 16~26 7/25/03 8:29 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-S720GB no(s) 16~26 7/25/03 8:29 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 AM (MW) Signal/noise ratio 40 dB Usable sensitivity 54 dB Total harmonic distortion 2% FM Signal/noise ratio 60 dB Usable sensitivity 9 dB Total harmonic distortion 0.
MAX-S720GB no(s) 16~26 7/25/03 8:29 Page 24 THIS APPLIANCE IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS AH68-01232L