Aiwa JAX-N33 Operating Instructions Manual

Aiwa JAX-N33 Operating Instructions Manual

Aiwa mini hifi component system operating instructions

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Operating Instructions
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call
upon your Aiwa dealer regarding this product.
Model No. ______________
Serial No. ______________
©2004 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Aiwa dealer regarding this product. Model No. ______________ Serial No. ______________...
  • 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 Playable discs... 4 Getting Started Hooking up the system... 6 Positioning the speakers... 8 (JAX-N88/PK88 only) Setting the clock... 9 CD/MP3 – Play Loading a disc ... 10 Playing a disc ... 10 —...
  • Page 4: How To Use This Manual

    How to use this manual This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can also be performed using the buttons on the unit having the same or similar names. Playable discs You can play back the following discs on this system.
  • Page 5 Notes on CD-R and CD-RW • Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs cannot be played on this system depending upon the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device. Furthermore, the disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized.
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting Started Hooking up the system Perform the following procedures 1 to 5 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. A model equipped with surround speakers are used for illustration purpose. Front speaker (right) Surround speaker* (right) * JAX-N88/PK88 only 1 Connect the front speakers.
  • Page 7 3 Connect the FM and AM antennas. Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect Plug type A AM loop antenna Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally Plug type B AM loop antenna Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally Plug type C AM loop antenna Extend the FM lead North American model:...
  • Page 8: Positioning The Speakers

    Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom of the speakers to stabilize the speakers and prevent them from slipping. Front speaker (Left (4)/Right (4)) for JAX-N33/ PK33 Surround speaker (Left (4)/Right (4)) for JAX- N88/PK88 When carrying this system Perform the following procedure to protect the CD mechanism.
  • Page 9: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock Use buttons on the remote for the operation. Press ?/1 to turn on the system. Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. Press . or > repeatedly to set the hour. Press ENTER. Press . or > repeatedly to set the minute.
  • Page 10: Cd/Mp3 - Play

    CD/MP3 – Play Loading a disc Use buttons on the unit for the operation. Press Z. Place a disc with the label side up on the disc tray. To insert additional discs, press DISC SKIP/EX-CHANGE to rotate the disc tray. Press Z again to close the disc tray.
  • Page 11 Press PLAY MODE repeatedly in stop mode until the mode you want appears in the display. Select To play ALL DISCS All discs in the disc tray (Normal Play) continuously. 1DISC The tracks on the disc you (Normal Play) have selected in original order.
  • Page 12: Playing Repeatedly

    Notes • You cannot change the play mode during playback. • Some time may be needed to start playback of discs recorded in complex configurations such as many layers. • When the disc is inserted, the player reads all the tracks on that disc.
  • Page 13: Creating Your Own Program

    Creating your own program — Program Play You can make a program of up to 25 steps from all the discs in the order you want to play them. You can synchro record the programmed tracks onto a cassette tape (page 19). MP3 audio tracks cannot be played on JAX- N44/S44.
  • Page 14: Tuner

    Tuner Presetting radio stations You can preset the following number of stations: – 2 band model: 20 FM stations and 10 AM stations. – 3 band model: 20 FM stations, 10 MW stations and 10 SW stations. You can then tune in any of those stations simply by selecting the corresponding preset number.
  • Page 15 Manual tuning preset You can manually tune in and store the radio frequency of the desired stations. Press TUNER BAND (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to tuner. Press TUNER BAND repeatedly until the desired band appears in the display.
  • Page 16: Listening To The Radio

    Listening to the radio You can listen to a radio station either by selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning in the station. Listening to a preset station — Preset Tuning Preset radio stations in the tuner’s memory first (see “Presetting radio stations”...
  • Page 17: Using The Radio Data System (Rds)

    Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (European model only) What is the Radio Data System? Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. RDS is available only on FM stations.* Note RDS may not work properly if the station you are tuned...
  • Page 18: Tape - Play

    Tape – Play Loading a tape Use buttons on the unit for the operation. Press TAPE A/B repeatedly to select deck A or B. Press PUSH Z. Load a recorded/recordable tape in deck A or B with the side you want to play/record facing forward.
  • Page 19: Tape - Recording

    Other Operations Do this Stop play Press x. Press X. Press again to resume Pause play. Fast-forward or Press m or M. rewind Press PUSH Z on the unit. Remove a tape Searching for the beginning of the current or the next track (AMS To go forward Press >...
  • Page 20: Recording On A Tape Manually

    To record a disc by specifying track order You can record only your favorite CD tracks using Program Play. Between steps 3 and 4, perform steps 2 to 6 of “Creating your own program” (page 13). For JAX-N88/N77/N66/N33/PK88/PK77/PK66, if you select both sides recording and the tape reaches the end of the front side part-way through a track, the entire track is recorded again from the beginning of the reverse side.
  • Page 21: Sound Adjustment

    To stop recording Press x. Note You cannot listen to other sources while recording. Tips • For JAX-N88/N77/N66/N33/PK88/PK77/PK66, when you record on both sides, be sure to start from the front side. If you start from the reverse side, recording stops at the end of the reverse side. •...
  • Page 22: Adjusting The Graphic Equalizer And Storing

    Adjusting the graphic equalizer and storing You can adjust the sound by raising or lowering the levels of specific frequency ranges, then store up to three personal files (P FILE) in the memory. Before operation, first select the audio emphasis you want for your basic sound.
  • Page 23: Timer

    Timer Falling asleep to music — Sleep Timer You can set the system to turn off after a certain time, so that you can fall asleep to music. Press SLEEP. Each time you press the button, the minute display (the turn-off time) changes cyclically as follows: AUTO* t 90MIN t 80MIN t 70MIN t …...
  • Page 24: Timer Recording Radio Programs

    Press ENTER. The type of timer (“PLAY TIMER”), the start time, the stop time, and the sound source appear in turn, before the original display returns. Press ?/1 to turn off the system. Other Operations Do this Check the setting Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT.
  • Page 25: Display

    Other Operations Do this Check the setting Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. Press . or > repeatedly until “REC SELECT” appears, then press ENTER. Change the setting Start over from step 1. Cancel the timer Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. Press . or > repeatedly until “TIMER OFF”...
  • Page 26: Viewing Information About The Disc In The Display

    Viewing information about the disc in the display You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current track or that of the disc. Checking the remaining time and titles (CD/MP3) Press DISPLAY during Normal Play. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: Current track number and elapsed playing time t Current track number and remaining time...
  • Page 27: 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. A model equipped with surround speakers are used for illustration purpose. VCR or MD deck A VIDEO/MD IN jacks Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect the audio output of the optional component (such as VCR or MD deck) to these jacks.
  • Page 28: Listening To Audio From A Connected Component

    Listening to audio from a connected component Use buttons on the unit for the operation. Listening to a connected VCR Connect the audio cords. See “Hooking up optional components” on page 27. Press VIDEO/MD. Start playing the connected component. Listening to a connected MD deck Connect the audio cords.
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Find your problem in the troubleshooting checklist below and take the indicated corrective action. If the problem persists after doing all of the above, consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. When the ?/1 indicator flashes Immediately unplug the power cord and check the following items.
  • Page 30 28). CD/MP3 player The disc tray does not open and “LOCKED” appears. • Contact your Aiwa dealer or local authorized Aiwa service facility. The disc tray does not close. • Place the disc correctly. • Always close the tray by pressing Z on the unit.
  • Page 31 Tuner Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be received. (“TUNED” or “STEREO” flashes in the display.) • Set the proper band and frequency (page 14). • Connect the antenna properly (page 7). • Find a place and an orientation that provide good reception, then set up the antenna again.
  • Page 32: Messages

    Messages One of the following messages may appear or flash in the display during operation. CD/MP3 NO DISC There is no disc in the player or you have loaded a disc that cannot be played on this system (such as DVD, VCD, or CD-ROM without MP3 audio tracks, etc.).
  • Page 33: Additional Information

    • When you move the system, take out any disc. If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. Notes on discs • Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.
  • Page 34: Specifications

    To save a tape permanently To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded over, break off the cassette tab from side A or B as illustrated. Break off the cassette tab If you later want to reuse the tape for recording, cover the broken tab with adhesive tape.
  • Page 35 Continuous RMS power output (reference): 120 + 120 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) JAX-N33 The following measured at AC 120, 127, 220, 240 V 50/60 Hz DIN power output (rated): 48 + 48 watts (6 ohms at...
  • Page 36 Outputs PHONES (stereo mini jack): SPEAKER: SURROUND SPEAKER (JAX-N88/PK88 only): CD player section System Laser Frequency response Wavelength Signal-to-noise ratio Dynamic range Tape deck section Recording system Frequency response Wow and flutter Tuner section FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner FM tuner section Tuning range North American models Russian models...
  • Page 37 Speaker North American models: Front speaker SSX-JN77 for JAX-S77 Speaker system 3-way, 4-unit, bass-reflex type Speaker units Woofer: 18 cm, cone type Tweeter: 5 cm ×2, cone type Super tweeter: 2 cm, ceramic type Nominal impedance 6 ohms Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx.
  • Page 38 Front speaker SSX-JN33 for JAX-N33/PK33 Speaker system Speaker units Woofer: Tweeter: Super tweeter: Nominal impedance Dimensions (w/h/d) Mass Surround speaker SSX-JN77R for JAX-N88/ PK88 Speaker system Speaker units Full range: Nominal impedance Dimensions (w/h/d) Mass General Power requirements North American models: 120 V AC, 60 Hz...
  • Page 39: List Of Button Locations And Reference Pages

    List of button locations and reference pages How to use this page Use this page to find the location of buttons and other parts of the system that are mentioned in the text. Main unit ALPHABETICAL ORDER A – N wl (11, 13) ALBUM + wl (11, 13)
  • Page 40: Remote Control

    Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER A – E ALBUM +* qa (11, 13) ALBUM –* qd (11, 13) CD qk (10, 13) CLEAR qg (13) CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2 (24, 25) CLOCK/TIMER SET 3 (9, 23, DISC SKIP 0 (11, 13) DISPLAY wa (17, 25, 26) ENTER 9 (9, 13, 14, 23, 24) EQ qf (21) Sony Corporation...

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