Sharp XL-HF203B - User Manual

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Summary

Special notes

Explanation of Graphical Symbols

Explains graphical symbols used in the manual for safety alerts.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

Details FCC compliance for radiation exposure and device operation.

Important Safety Instructions

Additional Safety Information

Provides extra safety guidelines and warnings for product usage.

Precautions

General Precautions

Covers general precautions for operating the unit safely and correctly.

System connections

Antenna connection

Guides on connecting FM and AM antennas for optimal reception.

Bluetooth one touch connection via NFC

About NFC technology

Explains Near Field Communication and its use for Bluetooth pairing.

NFC connection for audio playback

Step-by-step guide to connect devices via NFC for audio streaming.

Listening to Bluetooth enabled devices

Pairing Bluetooth devices

Guides on initial pairing of Bluetooth devices with the system.

Listening on Android devices

Android device playback

Guides on playing audio from an Android device connected via USB.

Listening to a CD or MP3;WMA disc

Disc playback basics

Instructions for loading and playing CDs and MP3/WMA discs.

Listening to USB mass storage device;MP3 player

USB;MP3 player playback with folders

Guides playback of USB devices with folder navigation.

PC In

PC connection

Instructions for connecting a PC to the unit via USB.

Listening to PC audio

Guides on playing audio from a PC through the unit.

Enhancing your system

Optical In connection

How to connect and use the optical digital audio input.

Portable audio player playback

Troubleshooting chart

General troubleshooting

Common issues and their possible causes and solutions.

Bluetooth troubleshooting

Solutions for Bluetooth connection and sound problems.

USB troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for USB device detection and playback issues.

Specifications

General Specifications

Overall specifications including power, dimensions, and weight.

This document is the operation manual for the SHARP XL-HF203B Hi-Fi Component System.

Function Description:

The SHARP XL-HF203B is a Hi-Fi Component System designed for audio playback from various sources including CDs, MP3/WMA discs, USB mass storage devices, Android™ devices, Bluetooth-enabled devices, and radio (FM/AM). It also features an "Optical In" terminal for connecting to digital audio output from devices like TVs or Blu-Ray/DVD players, and a "PC In" terminal for connecting to a computer. The system supports NFC for one-touch Bluetooth connection, Party Link for connecting up to four Bluetooth devices, and a Headphone Link for wireless headphone use via Bluetooth. It includes a timer function for scheduled playback and a sleep function for automatic power off.

Important Technical Specifications:

General:

Power source: AC 100-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
Power consumption (on): 22 W
Dimensions (Main Unit): Width: 8-1/2" (216 mm), Height: 3-4/5" (96 mm), Depth: 11-1/4" (293 mm)
Weight (Main Unit): 4.6 lbs. (2.1 kg)
Bluetooth frequency band: 2.400GHz - 2.480GHz
Compatible Bluetooth Profile: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile), Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
Output terminals: Speakers (4 ohms, 20Hz-20kHz), Subwoofer Pre-out (audio signal: 200 mV/10 k ohms at 70 Hz), Headphones (16-50 ohms, recommended: 32 ohms)
Input terminals: Audio In (audio signal: 500 mV/47 k ohms), Line in (Analogue input: 500 mV/47 k ohms), Optical digital input (OPTICAL - PCM signal only: square type x 1), PC input x 1

Amplifier:

RMS Output Power: Total 50 W (25 W per channel into 4 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% T.H.D.)
FTC Output Power: 19 W minimum RMS per channel into 4 ohms from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 1% T.H.D.

CD Player:

Type: Single disc multi-play compact disc player
Signal readout: Non-contact, 3-beam semiconductor laser pickup
D/A converter: Multi bit D/A converter
Frequency response: 20-20,000 Hz
Dynamic range: 90 dB (1 kHz)

USB (MP3/WMA):

USB host interface: Complies with USB 1.1 (Full Speed)/2.0 Mass Storage Class. Supports Bulk only and CBI protocol.
Support file: MPEG 1 Layer 3, WMA (Non DRM)
Bitrate support: MP3 (32-320 kbps), WMA (64-160 kbps)
Maximum total number of MP3/WMA files: 65025
Maximum total number of folders: 999 (inclusive of root directory)
ID3TAG information supported: TITLE, ARTIST and ALBUM only. Supports ID3TAG version 1 and version 2.
File system support: USB devices with Microsoft Windows/DOS/FAT 12/FAT 16/ FAT 32. 2 kbyte block length for sector.

Tuner:

Frequency range: FM: 87.5 - 108.0 MHz, AM: 530 - 1,710 kHz
Preset: 40 (FM and AM station)

Speaker:

Type: 2-way type speaker system (1" (2.5 cm) tweeter, 4-3/4" (12 cm) woofer)
Maximum input power: 50 W
Rated input power: 25 W
Impedance: 4 ohms
Dimensions: Width: 5-4/5" (148 mm), Height: 10-1/4" (262 mm), Depth: 8-7/12" (218 mm)
Weight: 5.73 lbs. (2.6 kg)/each

Usage Features:

Remote Control: The system is operated primarily via a remote control, which requires two "AAA" batteries. It features buttons for power, function selection, volume, tuning, playback controls, display settings, and timer/sleep functions.
Display Brightness Control: The display brightness can be adjusted through three levels (Dimmer 1, Dimmer 2, Dimmer off) using the remote control.
Volume Control: Volume can be adjusted via a knob on the main unit or +/- buttons on the remote control. The system includes a volume auto fade-in feature when powered on at high volume settings.
Muting: A dedicated button on the remote control allows for instant muting and unmuting of the audio.
X-Bass Control: An X-BASS button on the remote control activates or deactivates the extra bass mode.
Bass/Treble Control: Dedicated BASS and TREBLE buttons on the remote control allow for adjustment of bass and treble levels within a range of -5 to +5.
Auto Power Off: The main unit automatically enters standby mode after 15 minutes of inactivity in various functions (Audio/Line In/Optical In/PC In, CD, USB, Bluetooth).
Direct Key Power On: The unit can be turned on directly by pressing specific function buttons (CD, USB, BLUETOOTH, INPUT, TUNER (BAND), OPEN/CLOSE) or the play button on the main unit.
Bluetooth Connectivity:
- NFC One-Touch Connection: For NFC-enabled Android devices (4.1 Jelly Bean or higher), simply tap the device to the N-Mark on the remote control or main unit for instant pairing and audio streaming.
- Manual Bluetooth Pairing: For non-NFC devices, pairing involves selecting the Bluetooth function, holding the PAIRING button, and then selecting "XL-HF203B SHARP" from the source device's detected devices list.
- Party Link: Connects up to 4 Bluetooth devices, with only one playing at a time.
- Headphone Link: Allows wireless headphones to connect via Bluetooth, muting speaker output when active.
CD/MP3/WMA Playback: Supports standard CD playback, as well as MP3/WMA files from CD-R/RW discs. Features include random play, repeat play (one track, all tracks, or folder), and programmed play (up to 32 tracks/folders). Resume playback is also supported.
USB Playback: Plays MP3/WMA files from USB mass storage devices. Supports folder mode and displays title, artist, and album information if recorded.
Android Device Playback: Supports Android devices (Open Accessory Protocol) via USB connection, allowing playback of audio data.
PC In Function: Enables playback of audio data from a connected PC, treating the unit as a "USB speaker."
Optical In Function: Allows connection to digital audio output from other devices (e.g., TV, Blu-Ray player) for enhanced sound.
Radio Tuner: FM (Stereo/Mono) and AM tuning with manual and auto scan options. Up to 40 FM/AM stations can be memorized and recalled.
Timer Operations:
- Once Timer: Plays a selected source at a preset time once.
- Daily Timer: Plays a selected source at the same preset time every day.
- Both timers can be set to turn on and off at specific times with a chosen volume level.
Sleep Operation: Automatically turns off the unit after a preset duration (10 to 90 minutes).

Maintenance Features:

Cabinet Cleaning: Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth and a diluted soap solution, then with a dry cloth. Avoid using chemicals like gasoline or paint thinner.
CD Pickup Lens Cleaning: For proper CD player operation, periodic cleaning of the laser pickup lens is recommended using commercially available lens cleaners.
Disc Care: Handle discs by their edges, keep them away from direct sunlight, heat, and excessive moisture. Clean with a soft, dry cloth, wiping straight out from the center along the radius. Avoid marking the non-label side of the disc.
Condensation: If condensation occurs inside the unit (due to sudden temperature changes or high humidity), leave the power on with no disc inside for about an hour until normal playback is possible.
Factory Reset: In case of malfunction or to clear all stored data (clock, timer settings, tuner presets), a factory reset can be performed by following specific steps involving the ON/STANDBY, FUNCTION, and button presses.
Transporting the Unit: Before moving the unit, remove all connected devices and any discs inside, then set the unit to power standby mode to prevent damage.