The timer recording period and tape length When the length of the tape to be recorded is shorter than the timer recording period, l on Deck 1 is released before the timer is off. When the tape length is longer than the timer recording period, l is not released. If l is not released for a long time, the tape in the deck may be damaged. Press W4 to release l. To check the timer setting Press TIMER while pressing SHIFT. The selected source, the timer-on time, and the duration for the timer-activated period will be displayed for 4 seconds. To change any of the previous setting Carry out from step 1. However, if you do not change the timer-on time, in step 3 just press II twice and continue from step 4. To cancel the timer standby mode temporarily Press TIMER while pressing SHIFT so that @ disappears. To restore the timer standby mode, press these buttons again to display 0. Using the unit while the timer is set You can use the unit normally after setting the timer. Before turning off the power, carry out step 5 and 6. 0Timer playback and timer recording will not begin unless the power is turned off. “ Connected equipment cannot be turned on and off by the built- in timer of this unit. Use an external timer. While the timer is in operation, the display indication is dimmer than usual. ENGLISH 17 \_ —..— n 1 –1 I J- Preparation Connect the supplied stereo turntable to the main unit. (See page 5) “ Set EQUALIZER AMP on the turntable to ON position. (Refer to the operating instructions of the turntable for details.) 1 Press VIDEO/AUX/PHONO on the main unit. “VIDEO” appears on the display. The source name on the display can be changed to “PHONO”. (See “LISTENING TO EXTERNAL SOURCES” on page 19.) 2 Adjust the volume to minimum. Turn VOLUME counterclockwise until “VOL O“ is displayed. 3 Play the turntable. Refer to the operating instructions of the turntable for details. 4 Adjust the volume according to your preference. — CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) — VIDEO/AUX/ PHONO IN Dam caEfl El Ifia Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment for details. The connecting cords are not supplied. Obtain the necessary connecting cords. Consult your local Aiwa dealer for optional equipment. ,.. VIDEO/AUX/PHONO IN JACKS This unit can input analog sound signals through these jacks. Use a cable with RCA phono plugs to connect audio equipment (LD players, MD players, VCRs, TV, etc.). Connect the red plug to VIDEO/ALfX/PHONO IN R jack, and the white plug to VIDEO/AUX/PHONO IN L jack. When connecting a turntable Use an Aiwa turntable equipped with a built-in equalizer amplifier. ,. ,,,. CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) JACK “ ‘ This unit can output CD digital sound signals through this jack. Use an optical cable to connect digital audio equipment (DAT deck, MD recorder, etc.). Remove the dust cap @ from the CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack. Then, connect an optical cable plug to the CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack, 4F When the CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack is not being used Attach the supplied dust cap. 18 ENGLISH To play equipment connected to VIDEO/AUX/PHONO IN jacks proceed as follows. 1 Press VIDEO/AUX/PHONO. “VIDEO” appears on the display. 2 Play the connected equipment. To change a source name rm the display When VIDEO/AUX/PHONO is pressed, “VIDEO” is displayed initially. It can be changed to “AuX,” “TV” or “PHONO? With the power on, press POWER while pressing VIDEO/AUX/ PHQNQ, Repeat the procedure to select one of the names. Occasional care and maintenance of the unit and the :software are needed to optimize the performance of your unit. To clean the cabinet Use a soft and dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with mild detergent solution. DO not US13strong solvents, such as alcohol, benzine or thinner as these could damage the finish of the unit. To clean the tape heads When the tape heads are dirty; -high frequency sound is not emitted -the sound is not adequately high -the sound is off-balance -the tape cannot be erased -the tape cannot be recorded on After every 10 hours of use, clean the tape heads with a head cleaning cassette. Refer to the instructions of the cleaning cassette for details. To demagnetize the tape heads The tape heads may become magnetized after long-term IJW. This may narrow the output range of recorded tapes and increase noise. After every 20 to 30 hours of use, demagnetize the tape hsads with a separately sold demagnetizing cassette. Ffefer to the instructions of the demagnetizing cassette f(lr details. Care of discs When a disc becomes dirty, wipe the disc from the center out with a cleaning cloth. ,,,,, ,, ,’ ‘, .,, -,, @ c After playing a disc, store the disc in its case. Do not Ieav(?the disc in places that are hot or humid. Care of tapes Store tapes in their cases after use. . Do not leave tapes near magnets, motors, television sets, or any source of magnetism. This will downgrade the sound quality and cause noise. Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, ...