Aiwa HS-RX418 User Manual

ENGLISH
OWNER’S RECORD
For your convenience, record the model number and serial number (you will find it in the
cassette holder of your set) in the space provided below. Please refer to them when you
contact your AIWA dealer in case of difficulty.
Model No. HS-RX418
Serial No.
Highlighted letters and numbers in the text of this manual correspond to the illustrations.
PRECAUTIONS
To maintain good performance
Do not use the unit in places which are extremely hot, cold, dusty or humid. In particular,
do not keep the unit:
• in a high humidity area such as a bathroom
• near a heater
• in an area exposed to direct sunlight (e.g., inside a parked car, where it can become
extremely hot)
Note on listening with the headphones
• Listen at moderate volumes to avoid hearing damage.
• Do not wear the headphones while driving or cycling. It may create a traffic hazard.
• You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous
situations, such as walking, jogging, etc.
• Wear them properly; L is left, R is right.
Cassette tapes
• Take up any slack in the tape with a pencil or similar tool before use. Slack tape may
break or jam in the mechanism. → A
• 100-minute or longer tapes are extremely thin and easily deformed or damaged. They
are not recommended.
USING ON DRY CELL BATTERIES → B
Open the battery compartment and insert two size AA (R6) dry cell batteries with
the 0 and 9 marks correctly aligned.
Battery life (EIAJ 0.2 mW using alkaline batteries LR6)
Playback Approx. 30 hours
Battery replacement
Replace the batteries with new ones when the OPE/BATT indicator becomes dim during
playback. If the unit remains in use after the OPE/BATT indicator becomes dim, “beep”
is heard several times and operation stops.
To maintain preset data
• When replacing the batteries, the unit will retain the preset station frequencies for
about 5 minutes. To prevent the erasure of the memories, replace the batteries within 5
minutes.
• If non remote control headphones are used, unplug the headphones before taking out
the batteries.
Note on dry cell batteries
• Make sure that the 0 and 9 marks are correctly aligned.
• Do not mix different types of batteries, or an old battery with a new one.
• To prevent the risk of electrolyte leakage or explosions, never recharge the batteries,
apply heat to them, or take them apart.
• When not using the batteries, remove them to prevent needless battery wear.
• If liquid leaks from the batteries, wipe thoroughly to remove.
USING ON AC HOUSE CURRENT → C
Contact your nearest Aiwa service personnel and purchase an AC adaptor Aiwa
AC-D302.
Connect the AC adaptor.
1 to DC 3 V jack
2 to a wall outlet
HOLD SWITCH → D
When operating with the main unit, release HOLD on the main unit. → a
When operating with the remote control, release HOLD on the remote control. → b
When not using the unit, set both HOLD to the hold position. → c
Accidentally pressed buttons will not function.
If buttons on the main unit are pressed when the HOLD switch is set to the HOLD
position, “hold” flashes in the display.
PLAYBACK → E
• Use only Type I (normal) tapes.
• Connect the supplied headphones to the remote control, then connect the remote
control to the \ jack on the main unit.
1 Release HOLD.
2 Insert a cassette.
Turn OPEN in direction of the arrow to open the cassette holder, and insert a cassette.
a Front side
b Reverse side
3 Press the d button.
Playback starts from the front side. The OPE/BATT indicator lights up.
4 Adj st the vol me
A
B
HS-RX418
STEREO RADIO CASSETTE PLAYER
RADIORREPRODUCTOR DE CASSETTE ESTEREOFONICO
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCCIONES DE MANEJO
MODE D’EMPLOI
8B-HR7-901-01
010301AYO-OX
Printed in Hong Kong
C
D
R6 (AA) × 2
12
3
DC 3 V
AC-D302

Aiwa HS-RX418 Specifications

General

Brand	Aiwa
Model	HS-RX418
Category	Cassette Player
Language	English

Summary

PRECAUTIONS

To maintain good performance

Precautions for maintaining good performance and avoiding damage to the unit.

Note on listening with the headphones

Safety notes regarding headphone usage to avoid hearing damage and traffic hazards.

Cassette tapes

Advice on using cassette tapes, including slack and tape length recommendations.

POWER OPTIONS

USING ON DRY CELL BATTERIES

Instructions for inserting and replacing dry cell batteries for device operation.

USING ON AC HOUSE CURRENT

How to connect and use the device with an AC adaptor for power.

OPERATION MODES

HOLD SWITCH

How to use the HOLD switch to prevent accidental button presses.

PLAYBACK

Initial steps for inserting a cassette and starting playback.

Basic operation

Basic functions for playback, fast forward, rewind, and stop.

Super bass

How to activate the Super Bass feature for enhanced low frequencies.

To repeat a 5-second phrase

Functionality to repeat a 5-second phrase using the +5 PHRASE button.

Tape direction memory

Explanation of how the unit remembers tape direction after stopping.

FCC COMPLIANCE AND CAUTIONS

NOTE FOR USE IN THE U.S.A.

FCC compliance statement and measures for interference.

CAUTION

Warning against unauthorized modifications and FCC compliance conditions.

RADIO OPERATION

TUNING IN TO A STATION

Steps to tune into AM, FM1, and FM2 stations.

For quick tuning

Method for quickly tuning to radio stations by holding buttons.

Super bass

Activating Super Bass feature for radio reception.

For better reception

Tips for improving FM and AM radio reception.

About the FM stereo broadcast

Information about FM stereo reception quality.

PRESETTING STATIONS

Instructions for presetting up to 30 radio stations.

To change the presetting

Procedure to modify or change previously preset radio stations.

Listening to preset stations

How to select and listen to pre-tuned radio stations.

When operating with the remote control

Specific steps for radio operation using the remote control.

WORLD AREAS AND MAINTENANCE

Selecting a reception area

How to select the correct radio reception area (USA, JP, EU).

MAINTENANCE

Instructions for cleaning the tape head, tape path, and cabinet.

If erroneous operation or display occurs

Troubleshooting step: how to reset the unit if it malfunctions.

SPECIFICATIONS

Frequency range

Detailed frequency ranges for different reception areas.

Maximum output

Specifies the maximum audio output power.

Power sources

Lists the available power sources for the unit.

Maximum outside dimensions

Physical dimensions of the unit.

Weight

The weight of the unit, excluding batteries.

Accessories

List of included accessories with the unit.