Aiwa DBX-DS55/DS50 Operating Instructions Manual
Aiwa DBX-DS55/DS50 Operating Instructions Manual

Aiwa DBX-DS55/DS50 Operating Instructions Manual

Mini hi-fi component system

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2-590-826-13(1)
Operating Instructions
©2005 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 2-590-826-13(1) Operating Instructions ©2005 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents How to use this manual......4 Timer Playable discs.......... 4 Falling asleep to music ......23 Getting Started — Sleep Timer Waking up to music......23 Hooking up the system......6 — Play Timer Setting the clock........8 Timer recording radio programs...
  • Page 4: How To Use This Manual

    Discs that this system cannot How to use this manual play This manual mainly explains operations using • CD-ROMs the remote, but the same operations can also be • CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in performed using the buttons on the unit having the following formats: the same or similar names.
  • Page 5 Notes on CD-R and CD-RW Music discs encoded with copyright protection • Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs cannot be played technologies on this system depending upon the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or This product is designed to playback discs that the characteristics of the recording device.
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting Started Hooking up the system Perform the following procedures 1 to 4 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. FM lead antenna AM loop antenna Right speaker Left speaker 1 Connect the speakers. 2 Connect the FM and AM antennas. Connect the right and left speaker cords to Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect the SPEAKER terminals as shown below.
  • Page 7 3 For models with a voltage selector, set Plug type A VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local AM loop antenna power line voltage. Refer to the print on your system’s VOLTAGE SELECTOR for available settings. Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally 4 Connect the power cord to a wall Plug type B outlet.
  • Page 8: Setting The Clock

    Attaching the speaker pads Setting the clock Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom Use buttons on the remote for the operation. of the speakers to stabilize the speakers and prevent them from slipping. Press ?/1 to turn on the system. Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
  • Page 9: Cd/Mp3 - Play

    Playing a disc CD/MP3 – Play — Normal Play/Shuffle Play Loading a disc This system lets you play audio CDs and discs with MP3 audio tracks. Use buttons on the unit for the operation. Example: When playing a disc Press Z. Place a disc with the label side up on Track number the disc tray.
  • Page 10: Other Operations

    Other operations Press PLAY MODE repeatedly in stop mode until the mode you want appears Do this in the display. Stop play Press x. Select To play Press X. Press again to resume Pause ALL DISCS All discs in the disc tray play.
  • Page 11: Searching For Tracks With The Jog Dial

    Notes Searching for tracks with • You cannot change the play mode during playback. • Some time may be needed to start playback of discs the jog dial recorded in complex configurations such as many layers. • When the disc is inserted, the player reads all the You can quickly search for and play the desired tracks on that disc.
  • Page 12: Playing Repeatedly

    Playing repeatedly Creating your own program — Repeat Play — Program Play You can play all the tracks or a single track on a disc repeatedly. You can make a program of up to 25 steps from Press REPEAT (or REP on the unit) all the discs in the order you want to play them.
  • Page 13 Notes Using the jog dial • You cannot erase the program during playback. • You cannot program the tracks on other discs by Use buttons on the unit for the operation. using the jog dial. Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch Tips the function to CD.
  • Page 14: Tuner

    Press + or – (or TUNING + or – on the unit) repeatedly to select the desired Tuner preset number. Press ENTER. Presetting radio stations Repeat steps 2 through 7 to store other stations. You can preset up to 20 FM stations and 10 AM stations.
  • Page 15: Listening To The Radio

    To change the AM tuning interval Listening to the radio (except for European and Russian models) You can listen to a radio station either by The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning 9 kHz (or 10 kHz for some areas).
  • Page 16: Manual Tuning

    Listening to non-preset radio Using the Radio Data station System (RDS) — Manual Tuning (European model only) Press TUNER/BAND (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to What is the Radio Data tuner. System? Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to select “FM” or “AM”. Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until...
  • Page 17: Tape - Play

    Do not eject the tape during playback or recording, as this may cause irreparable damage to the tape and cassette holder. When a tape is inserted, corresponding forward (N)/ reverse (n) indicators light. The reverse indicator lights up only for DBX-DS55/DS50/DS33/DS30.
  • Page 18: Tape - Recording

    (page 12). Tips — CD-TAPE Synchro Recording • For DBX-DS55/DS50/DS33/DS30, if you select both sides recording and the tape reaches the end of You can record a whole CD on a tape. the front side part-way through a track, the entire You can use TYPE I (normal) tape.
  • Page 19: Recording On A Tape Manually

    Tips — Manual Recording • For DBX-DS55/DS50/DS33/DS30, when you record on both sides, be sure to start from the front You can record just the portions you like from a side. If you start from the reverse side, recording CD or radio program on a tape.
  • Page 20: Sound Adjustment

    Selecting the sound effect Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound Selecting the effect from the music menu You can reinforce the bass and create a more Press EQ repeatedly to select the preset powerful sound. you desire. Press i-Bass on the unit. The preset name appears in the display.
  • Page 21: Adjusting The Graphic Equalizer And Storing

    Adjusting the graphic Singing along: Karaoke equalizer and storing (Except for European model) You can sing along by connecting an optional You can adjust the sound by raising or lowering microphone. Use buttons on the unit for the the levels of specific frequency ranges, then operation.
  • Page 22 Tips • If acoustic feedback (howling) occurs, move the microphone away from the speakers or change the direction of the microphone. • If you want to record your voice through the microphone only, you can do so by selecting the CD function and not playing a disc.
  • Page 23: Timer

    Waking up to music Timer — Play Timer Falling asleep to music You can wake up to music at a preset time. Make — Sleep Timer sure you have set the clock (see “Setting the clock” on page 8). You can set the system to turn off after a certain Use buttons on the remote for the operation.
  • Page 24: Timer Recording Radio Programs

    • The Play Timer setting remains as long as the setting before the original display returns. is not canceled manually. Load a recordable tape. (DBX-DS55/DS50/DS33/DS30 only) Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch the function to TAPE, then press PLAY MODE repeatedly to select “g” to record on one side.
  • Page 25: Display

    Other operations Do this Display Activate the timer/ Press CLOCK/TIMER Turning off the display Check the setting SELECT. Press . or > repeatedly until “REC” — Power Saving Mode appears, then press ENTER. The demonstration display (display window and Change the setting Start over from step 1.
  • Page 26: Viewing Information About The Disc In The Display

    Checking the total playing Viewing information time and titles about the disc in the Press DISPLAY in stop mode. display Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: You can check the playing time and remaining x Normal Play mode time of the current track or that of the disc.
  • Page 27: Viewing The Tuner Information In The Display

    Viewing the tuner Adjusting the illumination information in the display You can adjust the illumination aroud the VOLUME control on the unit. Press DISPLAY while listening to the radio. Use buttons on the unit for the operation. Each time you press the button, the display Turn the VOLUME control clockwise or changes cyclically as follows: counterclockwise while holding down x.
  • Page 28: Optional Components

    Optional Components Hooking up optional components To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions provided with each component. European model is used for illustration purpose. Optional analog component From the audio output jack of an optional analog component A AUDIO IN jack Recording audio from...
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    If the problem persists after doing all of the • Redo the following: above, consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. – “Setting the clock” (page 8) – “Presetting radio stations” (page 14) – “Falling asleep to music” and “Waking up to When the STANDBY indicator music”...
  • Page 30 MP3 audio track cannot be played back. appears. • Recording was not performed according to the • Contact your Aiwa dealer or local authorized ISO9660 Level 1 or Level 2 format or Joliet in the Aiwa service facility. expansion format.
  • Page 31: Tape Deck

    Title informations do not appear correctly. There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound drops out. • Use a disc that conforms with ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet in the expansion format. • The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty. Clean them (page 34).
  • Page 32: Messages

    TIME NG Messages The Play Timer or Rec Timer start and end times are set to the same time. One of the following messages may appear or flash in the display during operation. Other CD/MP3 NOT USED NO DISC You pressed an invalid button. There is no disc in the player.
  • Page 33: Additional Information

    If you have any questions or problems concerning your the plug. Never pull the cord itself. system, please consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. • Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system, unplug the system and have it checked by qualified Notes on discs personnel before operating it any further.
  • Page 34: Specifications

    Cleaning the cabinet Specifications Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or Amplifier section solvent such as thinner, benzine or alcohol. European model: To save a tape permanently DBX-DS20...
  • Page 35 1 kHz, 10% THD) 44.6 µW (This output is the value Other models: measurement at a distance DBX-DS55/DS50 of 200 mm from the The following measured at AC 120, 127, 220, 230, objective lens surface on 240 V 50/60 Hz...
  • Page 36 127 V AC, 60 Hz Nominal impedance 6 ohms Other models: Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 255 × 480 × DBX-DS55/DS50/DS33/DS30/DS22/DS20: 335 mm 120 V, 220 – 230 V or Mass Approx. 8.0 kg net per 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz speaker...
  • Page 37 Supplied accessories Remote Commander (1) R6 (Size AA) batteries (2) AM loop antenna (1) FM lead antenna (1) Speaker pads (8) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. • Standby power consumption: 0.3 W • Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the certain printed wiring boards.
  • Page 38: List Of Button Locations And Reference Pages

    Display window 3 TREBLE control qa (21) DBX-DS22/DS20/DS11/DS10 ENTER wf (11, 13, 14) TUNER/BAND wh (14, 15) DBX-DS55/DS50/DS33/DS30 EQ 0 (20) TUNING +/– wl (14, 15) FM MODE wd (16) TUNING MODE wg (14, 15) FUNCTION wj (9, 13, 14, 15, 17,...
  • Page 39: Remote Control

    Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS ?/1 (power) 1 (7, 24) A – E F – Z m/M (rewind/fast forward) CD qk (9, 12) FM MODE 4 (16) 7 (10, 17) CLEAR qg (13) FOLDER + qa (10, 12, 18) N (play) 8 (10, 17) CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2 FOLDER –...
  • Page 40 Sony Corporation Printed in China...

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