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Aiwa NSX-HMA56 User Manual

Aiwa NSX-HMA56
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COMPACT DISC STEREO SYSTEM
SISTEMA ESTEREO CON REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS COMPACTOS
CHAINE STEREO AVEC LECTEUR DE DISQUES COMPACTS
NSX-HMA56
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
MODE D’EMPLOI
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8A-NFV-903-11
000323BMI-U-9
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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.
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(United States and Puerto Rico)

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Aiwa NSX-HMA56 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAiwa
ModelNSX-HMA56
CategoryCassette Player
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Warnings and Precautions

General Safety Warnings

Covers essential safety advice, graphical symbols, and general notes for safe operation.

Installation Guidelines

Details on proper placement, ventilation, and avoiding moisture and heat sources for safe installation.

Electrical Safety

Guidelines for connecting to power sources, polarized plugs, and AC power cord handling.

Antenna Connections and Unit Setup

Extension Cord and Storage Safety

Information on using extension cords and safety precautions when the unit is not in use.

Outdoor Antenna Installation

Instructions for connecting and grounding an outdoor antenna for optimal reception.

Unit Maintenance and Service

Guidance on cleaning, and when to seek professional service for damaged units.

Speaker Connections

Connecting Main Speakers

Detailed steps for correctly connecting the right and left main speaker units.

Connecting Surround and Center Speakers

Instructions for connecting the rear surround and center channel speakers.

Speaker Positioning and External Connections

Optimal Speaker Placement for Surround Sound

Guidance on positioning front, center, and surround speakers for the best audio experience.

Connecting Antennas and Video Equipment

Steps for connecting FM/AM antennas and external video sources like TV.

Connecting AC Power and Initial Setup

Instructions for connecting the unit to AC power and initial DEMO mode activation.

Remote Control and Antenna Setup

Remote Control Battery Installation

Instructions for inserting and replacing batteries in the remote control.

Remote Control Usage Guidelines

Tips for effective remote operation, including distance and interference considerations.

Outdoor Antenna Connection for FM

Guidance on connecting an outdoor antenna to improve FM reception quality.

Before Initial Operation

Powering On/Off and DEMO Mode

Instructions for turning the unit on and off, and managing the demonstration mode.

Power Saving Mode Configuration

Details on setting and using ECO ON, ECO AUTO, and ECO OFF power saving modes.

Display Dimmer and Flash Window Settings

Adjusting the display brightness and controlling the flash window illumination.

System Architecture and Clock Setting

4-Channel Multi-Amplifier System Overview

Explanation of the unit's multi-amplifier design for enhanced sound reproduction.

Built-in Subwoofer System Design

Details on the integrated subwoofer and its contribution to bass performance.

Setting and Viewing the Clock

Instructions for setting the clock, viewing time, and switching between 12/24 hour formats.

Clock Reset and Display Issues

Guidance on resetting the clock after power failure and troubleshooting display anomalies.

Audio Adjustments

Volume, Balance, and Tone Control

Adjusting master volume, left/right audio balance, and tone settings.

BBE and Super T-Bass System Effects

Enhancing sound clarity with BBE and realism with Super T-Bass.

Graphic Equalizer Settings

Selecting and customizing audio equalization curves for different music genres.

Headphone Usage and Connection

Information on connecting and using headphones with the unit.

Radio Tuner Operations

Manual and Auto Station Tuning

Methods for finding and tuning to radio stations manually or using auto search.

FM Stereo and Mono Reception

Handling noisy FM stereo reception by switching to mono mode.

AM Tuning Interval Adjustment

Option to change the AM tuning step interval for different regions.

Preset Station Storage and Tuning

Instructions for storing favorite stations and tuning using preset numbers.

Tape Deck Basic Operations

Tape Playback Essentials

Basic controls for playing tapes, including start, stop, and pause functions.

Tape Direction and Movement

Controls for fast forward, rewind, and selecting tape direction.

Direct Play and Tape Counter Use

Starting tape playback when the unit is off and using the tape counter.

Optimizing Type II Tape Playback

Guidance on using the 'SOFT' setting for improved playback of Type II tapes.

CD Player Basic Operations

Loading and Playing Discs

Steps for loading one or multiple discs and initiating playback.

Playback Control Functions

Managing playback: stop, pause, track search, skipping, and removing discs.

Direct Play and Time Check

Starting CD playback from standby and checking the remaining track time.

Track Selection and Disc Replacement

Selecting specific tracks and replacing discs during playback.

Advanced CD Playback Modes

Programmed Track Playback

Creating custom playback sequences by programming up to 30 tracks.

Random and Repeat Playback Modes

Selecting random or repeat playback for discs or tracks.

Blank Skip Play Function

Automatically skipping silent portions between tracks on a CD.

Recording Operations

Inserting Blank Spaces

Creating 4-second blank spaces to activate the Music Sensor function.

Preparing and Starting Recording

Selecting recording sources (CD, TUNER, VIDEO/AUX) and initiating recording.

Recording Control and Sound Adjustments

Managing recording process, pausing, stopping, and adjusting sound levels.

Erasing Recorded Tapes

Procedure for erasing content from a cassette tape.

Tape Dubbing Procedures

Manual Tape Dubbing

Copying tapes manually from one deck to another.

Synchronized Dubbing Function

Using the SYNC DUB feature for automated tape copying.

CD to Tape Edit Recording

AI Edit Recording Function

Automated CD to tape editing based on tape length and track order.

Programmed Track Selection for Editing

Selecting specific CD tracks for inclusion in the edit recording.

Managing Edit Programs and Timing

Clearing, checking, adding tracks, and understanding editing time considerations.

Programmed Edit Recording

Designating Tape Length and Programming Tracks

Setting tape length and selecting tracks for programmed edit recording.

Starting and Managing Edit Recordings

Initiating recording, stopping, checking programmed tracks, and clearing edits.

Dolby Pro Logic System

System Overview and Speaker Balance Setup

Introduction to Dolby Pro Logic and initial speaker balance adjustment.

Adjusting Speaker Sound Levels

Using the test signal generator for precise sound level calibration.

Channel Sound Field and Delay Time

Understanding channel effects and adjusting surround speaker delay time.

Playing with Dolby Pro Logic

Basic Playback and Mode Selection

Activating Dolby Pro Logic 'NORMAL' mode with video sources.

Additional Dolby Pro Logic Modes

Using PHANTOM and 3 STEREO modes when speakers are unavailable.

Adjusting Levels During Playback

Modifying center and surround speaker volumes during playback.

Karaoke Functions

Microphone Connection and Source Mixing

Connecting microphones and mixing vocals with audio sources.

Vocal Fader and Multiplex Features

Using vocal fader to soften vocals and multiplex for channel selection.

Echo and Microphone Volume Control

Adjusting echo effect level and microphone volume.

Karaoke Programming

Reserving Tracks for Playback

Selecting up to 15 tracks to play after the current track.

Managing Karaoke Programmed Tracks

Checking, stopping, skipping, clearing, and canceling programmed tracks.

Timer Functions

Sleep Timer Operation

Setting the unit to turn off automatically after a specified duration.

Built-in Timer for Auto On

Programming the unit to turn on automatically at a set time daily.

Timer Setting and Activation

Selecting the source, timer-on time, and duration for timer functions.

Timer Recording Setup

Timer Adjustments and Cancellation

Checking, changing, or temporarily canceling timer standby mode settings.

Setting Up Timer Recordings

Configuring timer recordings for TUNER and VIDEO/AUX sources.

Demo Modes

Playing the Game Demo

Instructions for starting, playing, and scoring in the unit's game demo.

Resetting and Adjusting Game Demo Probability

Procedures for resetting the game demo and changing probability levels.

Connecting External Equipment

VIDEO/AUX Jacks and Turntable Connection

Connecting analog audio sources and turntables via VIDEO/AUX jacks.

CD DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) Jack Usage

Connecting digital audio devices using the optical output jack.

SUB WOOFER JACK Connection

Connecting an optional powered subwoofer.

Operating Connected VIDEO/AUX Sources

Selecting and playing audio from connected VIDEO/AUX equipment.

Adjusting External Source Sound Levels

Matching the volume level of external sources to the unit's output.

Care, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting

Cabinet Cleaning Procedures

Instructions for cleaning the unit's exterior surfaces safely.

Tape Head Cleaning and Demagnetization

Procedures for cleaning and demagnetizing tape heads for optimal performance.

Disc and Tape Storage and Handling

Guidelines for proper storage and handling of discs and tapes.

General Troubleshooting Steps

Resolving common issues like no sound, display errors, and power problems.

Tuner, Cassette Deck, and CD Player Issues

Troubleshooting specific problems related to tuner, cassette, and CD player sections.

Unit Reset Procedures

Steps to reset the unit to factory default settings when malfunctions occur.

Technical Specifications

Main Unit Specifications

Detailed technical data for the main unit's tuner, amplifier, and I/O ports.

Speaker System Specifications

Technical details of the speaker system, including units, impedance, and dimensions.

System Technologies and Copyright Information

Information on BBE, Dolby Pro Logic, and copyright notices.

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