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Owner’s Manual Thank you very much for purchasing an EIKI 8080. Please read this manual thoroughly for information on how to use the 8080 properly, and keep the manual along with the warranty card in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
Precautions 1. Recording Copyright—Unless it’s for personal use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the per- mission of the copyright holder. 2. AC Fuse—The AC fuse inside the unit is not user-service- able. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact your dealer. 3.
Modèle pour les Canadien REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée: ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLEC- TRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
Contents Precautions ... 3 Supplied Accessory ... 4 Features... 6 Orientation ...7 Controls and Connections... 7 Top panel ... 7 Display ... 8 Front panel ... 8 Right side panel ... 8 Basic Operation ...9 Turning the Power On... 9 Turning the Power Off ...
❏ It also converts audio data on a CD or cassette tape into the MP3 format and records it to the connected USB flash drive. Cassette tape recorder ❏ The 8080’s built-in cassette recorder not only plays audio on a tape, but records tracks from the CD or the connected USB flash drive to a cassette tape. Playback pitch (speed) control ❏...
Controls and Connections Please refer to the bracketed page number for a detailed explanation of the corresponding control. Top panel [AC] indicator [9] VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM Disc cover [13] LCD display [8] Disc cover [PUSH OPEN] button [13] ■...
CAUTION: • The 8080 does not have a power switch. When you connect the power cord to the AC outlet, the power to the unit is turned on. Turning the Power Off Stop the CD and cassette tape, and remove the USB flash drive.
Basic Operation Basic Operation and Connection VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM Adjusting the tone In most cases, set the [TONE] knob to “HIGH,” which is the standard setting. If you want to cut some high fre- quency range or reduce hiss, rotate the knob counter- clockwise.
To [AUX IN] Mini plug Connect the audio output of an external device to the [AUX IN] connector on the front panel of the 8080. The [AUX IN] connector accepts monaural signals via a monaural mini plug (ø3.5mm). Use an appropriate commercially available cable.
Listening to Tracks on a CD or USB Flash Drive CAUTION: Opening the disc cover during playback or while the CD is paused may cause the spinning disc to fly out, resulting in personal injury or damage to the disc. Be sure to press the [STOP/CLEAR] button to cancel playback or pause, wait for more than five seconds, then open the disc cover.
Set the Input Select switch to “CD.” Insert a CD. Open the disc cover. Place a CD on the turntable with its label side facing up. Close the disc cover. CAUTION: • Press the [PUSH OPEN] button to open or close the disc cover.
Advanced Playback from a CD or USB Flash Drive Playback Pitch Control You can change the playback pitch (speed) by pressing the PITCH [SLOW] or PITCH [FAST] buttons. To restore the normal pitch (speed), press the PITCH [NORMAL] button. When you press the PITCH [SLOW] or [FAST] button, the indicator will change to the pitch indicator.
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Music CD Use the [SKIP] buttons to select a track to program. MEMORY The selected track number and playback time appear. Press the [PROG.] button. The selected track is programmed to P-01. MEMORY Continue programming, if necessary. Repeat steps . You can program up to 25 tracks (up to P-25). Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button.
Listening to a Tape VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM PUSH OPEN Load a cassette tape. Press the [STOP/EJECT] button to pop open the cas- sette holder. Press the [PLAY] button. Adjust the volume level. Stopping the tape playback Press the [STOP/EJECT] button.
Recording to a USB Flash Drive Recording from a CD to a USB Flash Drive VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM PUSH OPEN Set the Input Select switch to [CD]. Insert a music CD. See page 13. Connect the USB flash drive to the [USB] port. See page 13.
2X Recording from a CD to a USB Flash Drive The 8080 enables you to record tracks from a music CD to a USB flash drive at 2X speed. At this time, Mic Mixing recording (see page 22) is disabled.
Recording from a Cassette Tape to a USB Flash Drive VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM PUSH OPEN Set the Input Select switch to [USB]. Insert a cassette tape. See page 16. Connect the USB flash drive to the [USB] port. See page 13.
Recording to a Cassette Tape Recording from a CD to a Cassette Tape Use a TYPE I (Normal) cassette tape for recording. 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM Set the Input Select switch to [CD]. Insert a CD. See page 13. Insert a cassette tape. See page 16.
Recording from a USB Flash Drive to a Cassette Tape Use a TYPE I (Normal) cassette tape for recording. VARIABLE PITCH CONTROL 25 RANDOM ACCESS PROGRAM Set the Input Select switch to [USB]. Connect a USB flash drive. See page 13. Insert a cassette tape.
Using a Microphone or External Device Mic Mixing Recording Mic Mixing Recording function enables you to mix audio signals from a connected microphone with the audio playback signals from the CD, USB flash drive or tape. (This function is not available during 2X-speed recording from a CD to a USB flash drive.) Connect a microphone to the [MIC] connector.
Tips: • The sound from an external device will be mixed with the playback sound of the 8080. If you want to play or record only the sound of the external device, refer to the Tips in the “Mic Mixing Playback (Microphone Amplification)” and “Mic Mixing Recording”...
• Eiki does not guarantee the operation and power supply of all types of USB flash drives. • Eiki will not be liable for the damage or loss of any data that is stored on a USB flash drive that is caused by connection of such drive to the 8080.
USB flash drive. (Please refer to the “File Playback Sequence” above.) • You cannot change the folder or file names, or delete or move the files using the 8080. Connect the USB flash drive to your computer and use the computer to change the folder or file names, or delete unnecessary files.
From inside to outside ■ Removing condensation Moisture condensation may form inside the 8080, affecting the performance of the unit, if: • The unit is moved from a cold place to a warm place. • A heater is turned on, or cold air from an air conditioner is hitting the unit.
Handling Cassette Tapes ■ Recommended cassette tapes • Use a TYPE I (Normal) tape. Using other types of tape may cause the unit to record or delete audio incorrectly. • Do not use tapes that are longer than 90 minutes in duration. These tapes are thin and can easily get caught on the pinch rollers or capstans.
Appendix Maintenance ■ Cleaning the unit Dust the unit with a soft cloth. For stubborn dirt, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards with a clean, dry cloth. •...
Troubleshooting If you have any trouble using the 8080, look for a solution here before you contact your Eiki dealer for repair. Symptoms The power indicator does • The power cord plug is discon- not light up. • The volume setting is too low.
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Appendix Symptoms Playback does not start. “NO USB” appears on the display even when a USB flash drive is connected. Some files cannot be played. Playback skipping or noise Playback sequence does not correspond to track order. Playback sequence does not correspond to the recording order.
Specifications ■ CD player section Frequency response 127 Hz – 20 kHz Number of channels 2 channel stereo D/A converter 1 bit (8fs digital filter) Playback format CD-DA, MP3, WMA ■ USB recorder section Compliance USB Mass Storage Class Interface USB 2.0 Full Speed File system FAT, FAT32...
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EIKI Industrial Company Limited. 4-12 Banzai-Cho, Kita-Ku, Osaka, 530-0028 Japan Tel : Fax : EIKI CANADA - Eiki International, Inc. P.O. Box 156, 310 First St. - Unit 2, Midland, ON, L4R 4K8, Canada Tel : 800-563-3454 (705)-527-4084 Fax : 800-567-4069 (705)-527-4087 E-Mail : canada@eiki.com...
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