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Aiwa NSX-AJ50 User Manual

Aiwa NSX-AJ50
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COMPACT DISC STEREO SYSTEM
SISTEMA ESTEREO CON REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS COMPACTOS
CHAINE STEREO AVEC LECTEUR DE DISQUES COMPACTS
NSX-AJ50
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
MODE D’EMPLOI
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En (English)
E (Español)
8A-NF8-903-11
000404BMI-U-9
F (Français)
Owner’s record
For your convenience, record the model number and serial number (you will find them on the
rear of your set) in the space provided below. Please refer to them when you contact your
Aiwa dealer in case of difficulty.
Serial No.
Model No.
For assistance and information
(United States and Puerto Rico)

Table of Contents

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Aiwa NSX-AJ50 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeStereo System
CD PlayerYes
Cassette DeckYes
Radio TunerAM/FM
Remote ControlYes

Summary

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Owner's Record

Record model and serial numbers for convenience and reference.

Safety Warnings

General Warning

Reduce the risk of fire or electric shock by not exposing to rain or moisture.

Cautionary Notes

Risk of electric shock; do not open the unit.

Graphical Symbols Explanation

Explains symbols for dangerous voltage and important instructions.

Installation Guide

Water and Moisture Precautions

Do not use the unit near water sources.

Heat and Temperature Guidelines

Avoid placing near heat sources or in extreme temperatures.

Mounting Surface and Ventilation

Place on a flat, even surface ensuring adequate space for heat ventilation.

Object and Liquid Entry Prevention

Prevent foreign objects or liquids from entering the unit.

Carts and Stands Safety

Move carts with the unit carefully to prevent overturning.

Condensation Management

Allow unit to adjust to temperature changes to prevent condensation.

Wall or Ceiling Mounting Restrictions

Do not mount on walls or ceilings unless specified.

Electric Power Information

Power Source Connection

Connect only to specified power sources marked on the unit.

Polarized Plug Safety

Safety feature for polarized AC plugs; do not force into outlet.

AC Power Cord Handling

Disconnect by plug, not cord. Avoid wet hands.

Extension Cord Usage

Ensure polarized plugs are fully inserted into extension cords.

Storage When Not in Use

Unplug if the unit is not used for several months.

Outdoor Antenna Setup

Power Line Clearance

Locate outdoor antennas away from power lines.

Antenna Grounding Requirements

Properly ground antenna system for protection against surges.

Maintenance and Service

Service Requirements

Have unit serviced by a qualified technician for damage or malfunction.

Remote Control Operation

Battery Installation and Replacement

Insert and replace batteries as needed for remote functionality.

Using SHIFT and FUNCTION Buttons

Access secondary functions and main unit functions using these buttons.

Connecting Outdoor Antenna

Connect an outdoor antenna for better FM reception.

Demonstration Modes

Demo Mode Functionality

Demonstrates unit features with colorful illumination.

Power Saving Modes

ECO ON Mode

Unit blackouts when off, indicator light remains. Display brightens briefly when button pressed.

ECO AUTO Mode

Includes ECO ON features plus auto shut-off if idle for 10 minutes.

ECO OFF Mode

Power economizing mode is disabled.

Display Brightness Control

Dimmer Mode Settings

Adjusts the brightness of the unit's display and buttons.

Flash Window Control

Controls the light on the top window of the unit.

Setting the Clock

Restoring Original Clock Setting

Press CLOCK before completing step 3 to restore previous setting.

Viewing Clock Display

Press CLOCK to view time for 4 seconds.

Switching to 24-Hour Format

Press CLOCK and then press within 4 seconds.

Clock Display Flashing Indicator

Indicates clock stopped due to power failure; reset required.

Audio Adjustments

Volume Control

Adjusts the audio output level from 0 to 31.

BBE Sound Enhancement

Enhances clarity of high-frequency sound.

Super T-BASS System

Enhances the realism of low-frequency sound.

Headphone Usage

Connect headphones to PHONES jack; speaker output is muted.

Sound Adjustment During Recording

Output volume and tone adjustable during recording, unaffected by recording.

Radio Tuning Operations

Manual Tuning Procedure

Select band and use tuning buttons to find stations.

FM Stereo Noise Reduction

Use SHIFT + MONO TUNER to reduce noise in FM stereo broadcasts.

AM Tuning Interval Adjustment

Change AM tuning interval from 10 kHz to 9 kHz step.

Auto Station Search

Press and hold DOWN or UP to auto-scan for stations.

Preset Station Tuning

Storing Preset Stations

Select band/station, press SET to store with a preset number.

Selecting Preset Stations Directly

Use numbered buttons or BAND/SHIFT to select stored stations.

Clearing Preset Stations

Select station, press CLEAR, then SET within 4 seconds.

Tape Playback Basics

Deck Selection and Playback

Select deck, insert tape, and press play for playback.

Playback Controls

Use stop, pause, fast forward, and rewind controls.

Direct Play Function

Press TAPE to turn on power and start tape playback when unit is off.

Tape Counter Reset

Press CLEAR in stop mode to set counter to 0000.

Continuous Playback

Deck 2 automatically plays after Deck 1 finishes when both are loaded.

Disc Loading Procedures

Loading Single or Multiple Discs

Place discs on trays 1, 2, or 3 as instructed.

Disc Playback Operations

Playing All or Single Discs

Play all discs starting from tray 1 or select a single disc.

Basic Playback Controls

Use stop, pause, search, skip, and remove disc functions.

Direct Play Function

Press CD to turn on power and start disc playback when unit is off.

Checking Remaining Disc Time

Press CD EDIT/CHECK to display remaining time on the disc.

Selecting Tracks Remotely

Use numbered buttons and DISC DIRECT PLAY to select specific tracks.

Replacing Discs During Play

Replace discs without interrupting current playback.

Random and Repeat Playback

Random Play Mode

Plays tracks on selected disc or all discs randomly.

Repeat Playback Mode

Plays a single disc or all discs repeatedly.

Canceling Random/Repeat Modes

Cancel RANDOM and REPEAT modes by pressing the function again.

Initiating All/Single Disc Play

Press to play all discs or DISC DIRECT PLAY 1-3 for a single disc.

Blank Skip Playback

Enabling Blank Skip

Press CD BLANK SKIP to enable skipping silent portions between tracks.

Returning to Normal Playback

Press CD BLANK SKIP again to disable the feature.

Programmed Playback

Programming Tracks

Program up to 30 tracks from inserted discs using numbered buttons.

Checking and Clearing Programs

Check programmed tracks or clear the entire program.

Repeating Programmed Tracks

Press RANDOM/REPEAT while pressing SHIFT to repeat programmed tracks.

Inserting Blank Spaces

Creating 4-Second Blank Spaces

Use REC/REC MUTE to insert 4-second blank spaces for Music Sensor.

Inserting Shorter/Longer Blank Spaces

Adjust blank space duration by pressing REC/REC MUTE during flashing or pause mode.

Cassette Tape Handling

Preventing Accidental Erasure

Break off plastic tabs on cassette tapes to prevent accidental erasure.

Erasing Recordings

Procedure for Erasing Tapes

Insert tape, set point, press REC/REC MUTE to start erasure.

Manual Tape Dubbing

Dubbing Process Overview

Make exact copies of original tapes manually.

Initiating Manual Dubbing

Insert tapes into decks 1 and 2, select deck 1, and press REC/REC MUTE.

Synchronized Dubbing

Use SYNC DUB button for direct copying from Deck 1 to Deck 2.

Stopping Dubbing

Press to stop the dubbing process.

AI Edit Recording

AI Edit Recording Functionality

Enables CD recording by automatically calculating tape length and rearranging tracks.

Initiating AI Edit Recording

Insert tape, load CD, press CD EDIT/CHECK, select disc, and designate tape length.

Stopping Recording

Press to stop recording and CD play simultaneously.

Clearing and Modifying Programs

Clear edit programs or add tracks from other discs.

Cassette Tape Editing Time

Actual cassette recording time may be longer than printed time.

Programmed Edit Recording

Programmed Edit Recording Overview

Program tracks while checking remaining tape time for each side.

Initiating Programmed Edit Recording

Insert tape, load CD, press CD EDIT/CHECK twice, designate tape length, select disc/tracks.

Starting Recording for Side A/B

Press CD EDIT/CHECK and REC/REC MUTE to start recording for each side.

Checking Programmed Track Order

Press CD EDIT/CHECK to select side, then press repeatedly to view track order.

Changing Programmed Tracks

Clear program for a side, then reprogram tracks as needed.

Clearing Edit Programs

Press CLEAR twice to remove the entire edit program.

Timer Functions

Sleep Timer Operation

Set the unit to turn off automatically at a specified time.

Checking Sleep Timer Remaining Time

Press SLEEP once while pressing SHIFT to view remaining time.

Canceling Sleep Timer

Press SLEEP twice while pressing SHIFT to turn off the sleep timer.

Built-in Timer Preparation

Make sure the clock is set correctly before setting the timer.

Setting Timer for Playback

Select source, set timer-on time, and duration for automatic playback.

Adjusting Volume for Timer Playback

Set the source volume level for when the timer activates playback.

Preparing Timer Sources

Load CD, insert tape, or tune radio station for timer playback.

Checking Timer Settings

Press TIMER to display timer-on time, source, and duration.

Modifying Timer Settings

Carry out steps from the beginning or press ENTER twice to continue.

Temporarily Canceling Timer Mode

Press TIMER repeatedly to cancel; press again to restore.

Using Unit While Timer is Set

Unit can be used normally; turn power off after setting volume/source.

Timer Recording

Timer Recording Requirements

Applicable for TUNER and VIDEO/AUX sources using an external timer.

Demonstration and Game Modes

Playing the Game Demo

Start the game demo, stop numbers, and follow scoring rules.

Game Scoring Details

Details on scoring points in the game demo.

Connecting Other Equipment

Connecting Optional Audio/Video Equipment

Connect optional equipment using VIDEO/AUX jacks.

Turntable Connection

Use Aiwa turntable with built-in equalizer amplifier.

Digital Audio Output

Use the CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack for digital sound signals.

Surround Speaker Connection

Connect optional surround speakers (8-16 ohms) to the jacks.

Changing Source Display Name

Change 'VIDEO' display name to 'VIDEO', 'AUX', or 'TV'.

Care and Maintenance

Cleaning the Cabinet

Use a soft, dry or lightly moistened cloth for cleaning.

Tape Head Maintenance

Clean tape heads with a cleaning cassette after 10 hours of use.

Tape Head Demagnetization

Demagnetize tape heads with a cassette after 20-30 hours of use.

Disc Care Instructions

Wipe discs from center out; store in cases away from heat/humidity.

Tape Storage Guidelines

Store tapes in cases; keep away from magnets and direct sunlight.

Troubleshooting Guide

General Troubleshooting

Check power, connections, unit reset for common issues.

Tuner Section Issues

Address static, noise, and distorted sound in radio reception.

Cassette Deck Section Issues

Troubleshoot tape not running, sound imbalance, recording, and erasure problems.

CD Player Section Issues

Troubleshoot CD not playing due to placement, dirt, or condensation.

Unit Reset Procedure

Reset unit by turning off power, then back on while pressing CLEAR.

Technical Specifications

Main Unit Specifications

Details on FM/AM tuner, amplifier, and cassette/CD sections.

Speaker System Specifications

Details on speaker system type, units, impedance, sensitivity, and dimensions.

BBE System and Copyright

Trademarks, licensing for BBE system, and recording copyright laws.

Cassette Deck Specifications

Specifications for track format, frequency response, recording system, and heads.

Compact Disc Player Specifications

Specifications for laser, D/A converter, S/N ratio, and harmonic distortion.

General Power and Dimension Specs

Specifications for power requirements, consumption, and unit dimensions.

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