For your convenience, record the model number and serial number (you will find them on the bottom side of your set) in the space provided below. Please refer to them when you contact your AIWA dealer in case of difficulty. Model No. CDC-X527M Serial No.
PRECAUTIONS • Use only in a 12-volt DC negative-ground electrical system. • Disconnect the vehicle’s negative battery terminal while mounting and connecting the unit. • When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one with an identical amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating may cause serious damage to the unit.
THEFT PROTECTION Take the front panel with you when leaving the car, and keep it in the supplied carrying case. Detaching the front panel Before detaching the front panel, remove the CD to prevent possible damage to the unit. Press z to remove the CD. Press and hold PWR/MUTE until the unit turns off.
Adjusting sound You can select the following modes for adjusting sound depending on the music you listen to: BASS (low frequencies), TRE (high frequencies), BAL (left/right), FAD (front/ rear) , H-BASS (high bass) and BBE(enhances the clarity of high-frequency sound). Press SEL repeatedly to select the mode to be adjusted.
Monaural mode When FM signals become weak, or FM reception becomes poor, the unit automatically switches to Monaural mode to reduce noise. Local mode Local mode allows you to tune in only to strong stations during Seek Tuning. Press LO before you start seek tuning. “LO”...
Labeled-side up Track number CD indicator Elapsed playing time Press Eject a CD Skip to the next track Go back to the beginning of the current track Each extra press skips backward one extra track Locate a specific point in Press and hold r or a track t until you find the...
OTHER FUNCTIONS AUDIO CONTROL Changing the key illumination color You can choose blue or red as the key illumination color. Press and hold SRC until “ILL” appears on the display. Turn AUDIO CONTROL to select “1 (for blue)” or “2 (for red).”...
CD CHANGER OPERATION Playing a CD You can play CDs from a connected AIWA CD Changer. For detailed information on installing a CD Changer, refer to the Installation and Connection manual supplied with the CD Changer. DISCN/DISCM CD number Track number CD Changer indicator Press SRC repeatedly to display “CD-CH.”...
MAINTENANCE Cleaning the front panel Wipe the surface with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Cleaning the connector The connector needs to be cleaned occasionally. Wipe the surface of the connector with a cotton swab slightly moistened with alcohol.