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Portable Stereo CD System
Operating Instructions
Model No. RX-EX1
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these
instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
P PC RQT5671-1P
re-ex1(p01-p09)[P] 1 3/25/05, 4:22 AM
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Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these CAUTION! instructions carefully. THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN The model number and serial number of this product THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN can be found on either the back or the bottom of the HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. unit. Please note them in the space provided below and DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT RE
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Table of contents THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.: Before use Supplied Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 CAUTION: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 This equipment has been tested and found to Use of batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, Power Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rule
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the safety precautions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. Environment Safety 1. Water and moisture—Do not use the unit near water, 1. Power source—Connect the unit to a power source of such as near a bathtub or swimming pool. Avoid damp the type described in these instructions or as marked on basements. the unit.
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Dear customer Use of Batteries • If this unit is not used for a long period of time or is Listening caution used only from an AC power source, remove all the batteries to prevent potential damage due to possible battery leakage. • Align the poles (+ and –) properly when inserting the EST. 1924 batteries. • Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just batteries. purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now • Do no
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Power Sources Operating the unit on AC power Connect the AC power cord. Using batteries (not included) The unit cannot be powered by batteries if the AC power cord is connected. AC IN~ The remote control cannot turn the unit on when batteries Household AC outlet are used. (AC 120V, 60Hz) AC power cord Removing the batteries Open the battery cover, insert a finger into the hole in the bottom of the unit and push out. Battery life “ ” lights when the batteries are running down. Replace (R20/LR20,D
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Location of Controls Basic controls Number Designation Reference Page Standby/on switch (POWER, ) . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. Power indicator (POWER) The indicator lights red when the unit is turned on. Volume control (– " " " " "VOLUME# # # # #+) . . . . . . 10,13,15 Harmonic enhancer sound (H.E.S) . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Display panel Remote control signal sensor
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The Remote Control Buttons Y Number Designation Reference Page Sleep timer button (SLEEP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Numbered buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11–12,14 Auto scan button (AUTO SCAN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Tape counter reset button (C-RESET) . . . . . . . . 15 Clock/timer button (CLOCK/TIMER) . . . . . . . . . 9,19 Play timer/ record timer button ( PLAY/REC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Sound virtualizer button (S.VIRTUALIZ
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Setting the Time This is a twelve hour clock. The example shows how to set the clock to 1:30 p.m. Remote control only Press [ ] to turn the unit on. Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”. Each time the button is pressed: CLOCK ON PLAY OFF PLAY Original display OFF REC ON REC Within 10 seconds Press [REW/–/ ] or [ /+/FF] to set the time. Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to start the clock. The original display is restored shortly after. When batteries are used The unit cannot be turned on with the remote
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CDs Press [POWER, ] to turn the unit on. Press [99999 TAPE/CD] to switch to CD mode. Each time the button is pressed TAPE CD Press [/ / / / / CD] to open the tray, load a CD, and press [/ / / / / CD] to close the tray. Press [B B B/;;; CD] to start play. B B;; Plays to the end of the CD and stops. Turn [– " " " " "VOLUME# # # # #+] to adjust the volume. To stop play Press [ TAPE/CD]. PLAY RE FADER SLEEP EQ ON - 1 REC ALL1 REC ST One touch play (When using AC power) PGM RANDOM MONO When a CD is
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CDs Y Other modes of play Preparation: Press [ ] to switch to CD mode. Remote control only Direct access play Starts normal play from a selected track Select the track with the numbered buttons. For tracks numbered 10 and over, press [ 10] then the two digits. Repeat play Plays a track or all tracks repeatedly Press [CD PLAY MODE] before or during play to select the mode. Each time the button is pressed : One track repeated : All tracks repeated FADER EQ ON PLAY RE SLEEP REC - ST 1 ALL1 REC No
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CDs Y Program play: Select up to 36 tracks to play in the order you choose Preparation: Press [ ] to switch to CD mode. Remote control only Press [PGM/ CLEAR]. Enter the track number with the numbered buttons. For tracks numbered 10 and over, press [ 10] then the two digits. Repeat this step to program the tracks in the required order. Press [CD]. All the tracks are played in the selected order. The program remains intact even if play is stopped or the unit is turned off. “Cd-P” appears when p
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The Radio: manual tuning Press [POWER, ] to turn the unit on. Press [TUNER BAND] to select FM or AM. Each time the button is pressed: AM FM Press [TUNE MODE] to select the manual tun- ing mode. Make sure that “ ” is not displayed. Press [REW/–/ ] or [ /+/FF] to select a station. “ ” is displayed during FM stereo broadcasts. Turn [– " " " " "VOLUME# # # # #+] to adjust the volume. FADER SLEEP EQ ON - 1 REC ALL1 REC ST Auto-tuning PGM RANDOM MONO Press and hold [REW/–/ ] or [ /+/FF] until the fr
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The Radio: preset tuning Y Presetting radio stations Remote control only Tuning is simpler if you preset stations. You can preset 12 FM and 12 AM stations. Preparation: Tune to the station you want to preset. ( page 13) Press [PGM/ CLEAR]. PLAY RE FADER SLEEP EQ ON 1 REC ALL1-REC ST PGM RANDOM MONO While “ ” is flashing Press the numbered buttons to enter the station into a channel (1 to 12). •To enter channels 10, 11, and 12 PLAY RE FADER SLEEP EQ ON 1 REC ALL1-REC ST Press [ 10], then the tw
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Cassettes Press [POWER, ] to turn the unit on. Insert a cassette into the deck. Play starts from the side facing up. Press [3 TAPE] to start play. Turn [– " " " " "VOLUME# # # # #+ ] to adjust the volume. To stop play Press [7 TAPE/CD]. To eject tape Stop tape play, then press [0 TAPE]. One touch play (When using AC power) When a cassette is loaded, press [3 TAPE]. The unit comes on and play starts. Fast-forward and rewind Press [REW/–/ ] (rewind) or [ /+/FF] (fast-forward). Selection of tape
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Before Recording Side A Erasure prevention Tab for side “B” Tab for side “A” The illustration shows how to remove the tabs to prevent recording. To record on the tape again, cover as shown. To re-record Normal tape Erasing recording Insert the cassette with the side to be erased facing up. Adhesive tape Press [ TAPE/CD] to switch to TAPE mode. Press [ ]. Recording CDs Preparation: • Insert a CD ( page 9) • To record from the beginning of the tape Wind on the leader tape. Insert a cassette with
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Recording CDs You can record the whole CD (ALL-REC) or a selected track(1-REC). ALL-REC Preparation: Insert a CD ( page 10) 9 9 Press [9 9 9 TAPE/CD] to switch to CD mode. Press [CD REC MODE] so “ALL-REC” is dis- played. Each time the button is pressed ALL-REC 1-REC OFF The display shows the length of tape needed. “C-- -- -- --” indicates the tape needed exceeds 100 minutes. You can still record, but some tracks may not be recorded if the tape isn’t long enough. Insert a cassette with the
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Recording the Radio Preparation: •Wind on the leader tape. •To record from part way through the tape Wind the tape on to where you want to start recording. Insert a cassette with the side for recording facing up. Tune to the station ( pages 13 and 14). Press [ ] to start recording. To stop recording PLAY RE FADER SLEEP EQ ON 1 REC ALL1-REC ST Press [ TAPE/CD]. PGM RANDOM MONO To pause recording Press [ ]. Press again to resume recording. 79 8 0 Reducing noise when recording AM (Beat Proof CD
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Using the Timer Remote control only SLEEP TIMER FADER DISPLAY You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake 12 3 PGM CLEAR you up (play timer) or record a radio station (record timer). 45 6 10 Preparations: 79 8 0 Turn the unit on and set the clock. ( page 9). CD PLAY •For play timer, prepare the music source (tape/CD/ - AUTO SCAN C RESET FM MODE BP MODE radio) for listening, and set the volume. CLOCK TAPE TUNER CD TIMER •For record timer, check the cassette’s erasure preventio
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Using the Timer To check the settings (when unit is off) Press [CLOCK/TIMER]. Y The settings are shown in the following order: Start time, Finish time Source Volume Clock To change the settings (when unit is on) To change the times Do steps , , , and . To change the source or volume 1. Press [ PLAY/REC] to clear the timer indicator. PLAY RE FADER SLEEP EQ ON 1 REC ALL1-REC ST 2. Make changes to the source or volume. PGM RANDOM MONO 3. Do steps to . You can enjoy other sources after you have
