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Video CD changer
SL-VM525
Operating instructions
COMPACT COMPACT
ДЕС ОДЕТ
[DIGITAL VIDEO) VIDEO) DIGITAL AUDIO
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Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instruc-
tions carefully,
The model number and serial number of this product can be
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for
future reference.
MODEL NUMBER SL-VM525
SERIAL NUMBER
User memo:
DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER
CAUTION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio fre-
quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio com-
munications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
of the following measures:
¢ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
would void the user's authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
Is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Table of contents
Safety Precautions nene eee 3
CDs you can use........................... 4
Concerning CDS..............................e ener
Supplied accessories...................................... een 5
Preparing the remote control... 5
Connections……………………………….….……meerenernnenmnenn 6
Menu Day are
Sequential play... res 10
Program play..... eus DS 1
Singing along with karaoke errata ens breastbone rans 12
Multi screen function... ves en 14
Frame skip and slow motion playback .. EEE EEE 14
V-index search funCtiOM ss 15
Scene playback........................... . …. 15
Resume function ……………………………………….…………………16
Repeat function ie 17
Skip function 1 В
Search function ee ee 19
Random play ………………….….…………………sererensenceseen2O
On-screen display eee 20
Quick reference table for remote control
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Troubleshooting guide... ers 23
Technical specifications ............................. . Back cover
Product survice Back cover
Maintenance... ..Back cover
Cautions concerning the moving _
of this unit... ———— Back cover
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product's enclosure that may be of suffi-
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the ap-
pliance.
_ Safety Precautions
Before using this unit please read these operating instructions care-
fully. Take special care to follow the warnings indicated on the unit
itself as well as the safety suggestions listed below.
Afterwards keep them handy for future reference.
1. Power Source -- The unit should be connected to power supply
only of the type described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the unit.
2. Polarization -- If the unit is equipped with a polarized AC power
plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), that plug will fit
into the AC outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the
plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized plug.
3. Power Cord Protection -- AC power supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them. Never take hold of the plug or
cord if your hand is wet, and always grasp the plug body when
connecting or disconnecting it.
4. Nonuse Periods -- When the unit is not used, turn the power off.
When left unused for a long period of time, the unit should be
unplugged from the household AC outlet.
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| Environment |
1. Water and Moisture -- Do not use this unit near water-for ex-
ample, near a bathtub, washbowl, swimming pool, or the like.
Damp basements should also be avoided.
2. Condensation -- Moisture may form on the lens in the following
conditions...
e immediately after a heater has been turned on.
¢ in a steamy or very humid room.
e when the unit is suddenly moved from a cold environment to a
warm one.
if moisture forms inside this unit, it may not operate property. To
correct this problem, turn on the power and wait about one hour
for the moisture to evaporate.
3. Heat -- The unit should be situated away from heat sources such
as radiators and the like. It also should not be placed in tempera-
tures less than 5° C (41° F) or greater than 35° C (95° F).
| Placement |
1. Ventilation — The unit should be situated so that its location or
position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. Allow 10 cm
(4” ) clearance from the rear of the unit.
2. Foreign Material -- Care should be taken so that objects do not
fall into and liquids are not spilled into the unit. Do not subject this
unit to excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration, or shock.
3. Magnetism -- The unit should be situated away from equipment
or devices that generate strong magnetic fields.
4. Stacking — Do not place heavy objects, other than system com-
ponents, on tap of the unit.
5. Surface -- Place the unit on a flat, level surface.
6. Carts and Stands — The unit should be used only with a cart or
stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
The unit and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven sur- Е
faces may cause the unit and cart combination to
overturn.
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting -- The unit should not be mounted to a
wall or ceiling, unless specified in this operating instructions.
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth lightly moist-
ened with mild detergent solution.
Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent
such as alcohol or benzine.
1. Damage Requiring Service -- The unit should be serviced by
qualified service personnel when:
(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
(b) Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit; or
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance; or
{e) The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
2. Servicing -- The user should not attempt to service the unit be-
yond that described in the operating instructions. All other servic-
ing should be referred to an authorized service personnel.
Contact your dealer or call 1-800-645-8401 for authorized factory
service.
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN, SPLASH-
ING, DRIPPING OR MOISTURE.
CDs you can use Ш
You can playback the following COs on this video CD changer.
Video CD
Video CDs must bear the below mark
ДЕТ
(DIGITAL VIDEO) (DIGITAL VIDEO)
Indication used in
Types of CDs these instructions
Version 1.1
Operated in the same way as audio
CDs, these CDs allow playback of
video pictures as well as sound, but
they are not equipped with PBC.
Version 2.0
Equipped with PBC, these CDs allow
playback of menus on the TV screen
as well as high resolution still pictures.
VIDEOCD20
PBC (Playback control)
PBC is a signal recorded on version 2.0 CDs that enables you to
control playback. It makes video enjoyment more interesting by
allowing you to interact with the system via menus, search functions
or other typically computer-like operations.
Audio CD
Audio CDs must bear the below mark
NS
DIGITAL AUDIO
Indication used in
these instructions
AUDIO CD
CD graphics
CD graphics must bear the below mark | Indication used in
COMPACT these instuctions
DIGITAL AUDIO
These CDs contain recorded music, still pictures and lyrics.
Because of this, they are often used in karaoke studios and
clubs. They can reproduce up to 16 colors at any one time.
Do not use irreqular shape CDs (heat-shape, octagonal, etc.). CDs
of the sort can damage the unit.
Concerning CDs |
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Handle CDs as shown below.
How to remove CDs
Press on center piece and
lift from both sides.
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How to clean CDs
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Wipe from inside outward.
o If you are taking the CD from a cold to a warm environment,
moisture may form on the CD. Wipe this off with a soft, dry,
lint-free cloth before using the CD.
o Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writ-
ing instrument.
Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static
electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent,
e Do not use CDs with poorly attached labels or stickers.
Adhesive protruding from peeled off stickers can cause the
changer to malfunction.
o Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers other than those
specified for use with this system.
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Ве sure to store CDs in their cases to protect them from dust,
scratches, and warping.
Do not place or store CDs in the following places
o Locations exposed to direct sunlight
o Humid or dusty locations
o Locations directly exposed to a heat vent or heating appliance
e In the glove compartment or on the rear deck of an automobile
| Supplied accessories
Please check and identify the supplied acces-
sones.
EJ Llac power supply cord (SJA172).....……uierersssesesseseesenensa ner» pc
El [] video connection cable (RIJL1P007820) ...................emeee. 1pc
[] Stereo connection cable (RJL2P001B15)......................... PC
I?) [| Remote contro! transmitter (RAK-SL224WH) ...................1pc
[] Batteries ....................eeiini 205
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement
parts.
Preparing the remote control
Check the (+) and (-) sides.
| Use of batteries |
e Do not mix old and new batteries, or batteries of different types
(carbon and alkaline, etc.).
e Never subject batteries to excessive heat or flame; do not attempt
to disassemble them; and be sure they are not short-circuited.
e If the remote control is not to be used for a long period of time,
remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dark place.
e Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or carbon batteries.
e Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
When you need to replace these batteries
Use two R03/LR03, AAA, UM-4 or equivalent batteries.
Use the remote control within 60 degrees and within 7 meters facing
toward the unit.
| Operation notes |
® Aim the remote control's transmission window toward the unit's
sensor. Avoid any obstacles.
e Be sure the transmission window and the units sensor are free
from dust. Excessive dust might affect performance.
e Do not expose the remote control signal sensor to direct sunlight
or to the bright light of an inverter fluorescent light.
To prevent damage -
e Never place heavy items on top of the unit.
e Do not disassemble or reconstruct the unit.
e Do not spill water or other liquids into the unit.
Connections
Before connecting the changer to your audio system, make sure
that the power of the changer and all other system components ís
o Although the figure below shows the AC power supply cord being
connected to a household AC outlet, if the receiver {or amplifier) is
turned off. equipped with an AC outlet, connect the cord to that outlet.
Stereo connection cable
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Receiver
| CD or AUX terminals (or amplifier) Red (R)
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To liston from TV speakers, connect
90/0099090 AUDIO OUT on the video CD changer
[P> O O|1O/O À 6 0 O directly to AUDIO IN on the TV.
Stereo connection cable
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Video connection cable
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VIDEO IN
(included)
For your reference
If connecting the video CD changer to a receiver with video CD
input terminals, connect AUDIO OUT and VIDEO QUT of the video
CD changer to AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN of the receiver. For
details, see the instructions provided with your receiver.
SL-VM525
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SWITCH AC outlet
AC power supply cord €)
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO QUT
SWITCH
NTSC PAL
SWITCH settings
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This switch is factory-set to “NTSC”.
Before turning your video CD playsr ON, set the VIDEO OUT SWITCH to the type of television set you have.
NTSC: When connecting to a NTSC system TV
PAL: When connecting to a PAL system TV
NTSC recorded CDs can also be played back at the correct vertical and horizontal in this position.
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Front panel controls
© Power “STANDBY © /ON" switch
(POWER, STANDBY çh/ON)
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of
power.
@ Microphone volume controls (MIC VOLUME)
(3) Echo button (ECHO)
@ Program button (PROGRAM)
® “STANDBY” indicator (STANDBY)
When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this indica-
tor lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is
turned on.
(6) Remote contro! signal sensor (SENSOR)
(7 Display
Numeric buttons (1-10, 0, > 10/-/--)
(© Disc buttons (DISC 1-5)
(0 Disc skip button (DISC SKIP)
© Return button (5> RETURN)
(9 Search buttons ( << SEARCH PD )
(3 Microphone jacks (MIC 1, MIC 2)
(2 Voice mode button (KARAOKE/DUAL)
@ Key control buttons (KEY CONTROL b - k-%)
(9 Loading drawer
i? Stop button (IN)
@® Pause button (11)
(9 Play button (» SELECT)
@ Skip buttons (|4«4 PREV NEXT >!)
@) Loading drawer open/close button
(4 OPEN/CLOSE)
@ Disc trays (1-5)
Do not touch the loading drawer and carousel while they are in
motion, and do not attempt to rotate the carousel by hand; doing
so could result in incorrect operation of the unit and/or damage
to the CDs.
DISC SKIP
POWER
STAND
indicates that the loading
drawer is open.
OPEN/CLOSE
Numbers of the trays in which
CDs are loaded.
Disc tray Carousel Disc number
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Current play position (The numeral
OPENICLOSE jlluminates with a red color.).
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You can use menus displayed on the TV screen to control playback
when running interactive software.
(PBC: See page 4.)
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Before doing anything
e Turn ON the TV and set the TV/VIDEO selector on the TV to
“VIDEO” position,
o Turn ON the receiver or amplifier and select the proper source.
Press POWER to switch on the power.
Press A OPEN/CLOSE to open the loading draw-
er, and load the CD(s) on the disc tray(s).
CDs can be loaded two at a time by pressing DISC SKIP to
rotate the carousel.
e Set CD with the label facing upward.
* Do not load 8 cm and 12 em CDs on the same disc tray.
e Do not use cleaning discs or warped CDs. All of these could
damage your video CD changer.
e Do not use CDs with poorly attached labels or stickers.
Adhesive protruding from peeled off stickers can cause the
video CD changer to malfunction.
° Do not use irregular shape CDs (heart-shape, octagonal,
etc.).
e Do not put anything other than CDs in the video CD changer.
Press 4 OPEN/CLOSE again to close the loading
drawer.
After closing the loading drawer, disc tray indicators some-
times light up even if there is no CD in the tray. This will
depend on the disc tray position. The indicator will go out
when an empty tray comes to the play position.
Do not attempt to close the drawer by hand.
Press the desired disc button (1-5).
For example:
To select disc 1, press DISC 1.
Menu play starts.
The illumination of a disc button indicates that there is a CD
in the corresponding tray. During play, the illuminated color
will change to green.
When the menu appears on the TV screen, press the buttons
as indicated on next page {example only}, to interact with the
system.
To stop play ÇA
Press El.
To temporarily stop play
Press El.
Press D» SELECT to resume play.
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Menu play (РВС)
Menus will vary according to CD. Press the buttons in response
to what appears on the TY screen and in accordance with the
CD's instructions.
Buttons and function
(Example)
What you want to do Button
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To select an item 1-10
Press the appropriate (1-10)
To select a menu item button
To select an item over 10
(Example: Item 20)
> 10/-/-- 2 0
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SELECT
To playback the selected item >
NEXT =»
To move to the next item
To go back to the previcus item
To return to the previous menu
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(Only available from the remote control.)
[While the video CD changer is stopped]
Press PBC ON/OFF.
“PBC” indicator on display will go out and “PBC OFF” will appear on
the TV screen.
When menu play is OFF, playback functions in the same way as
when playing back tracks on a 1.1 version video CD. As a result,
some moving or still pictures are not played.
While playing a CD, it is possible to change the other CDs without
interrupting play.
(D Press A OPEN/CLOSE to open the loading drawer,
O) Press DISC SKIP to rotate the disc trays and exchange the
CDs.
The carousel will move one disc tray. Pressing again moves the
carousel in the opposite direction two disc trays.
© Press A OPEN/CLOSE to close the loading drawer.
It you play a CD with the loading drawer open only the currently
selected CD can be played.
For your reference
Basic operations are displayed on the TV screen. (See page 20.)
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| Sequential play |
All of the CDs will be played, beginning from track 1 on the selected
CD.
(VIDEO CD11X CD-G XAUDIOCD)
Before doing anything
o For video CDs (ver.1.1)
Turn ON the TV and set the TV/VIDEO selector on the TV to
“VIDEO” position.
e Turn ON the receiver or amplifier and select the proper source.
Press POWER to switch on the power.
a Press A OPEN/CLOSE to open the loading draw-
er, and load the CD(s) on the disc tray(s).
Press A OPEN/CLOSE again to close the loading
drawer.
Press the desired disc button (1-5).
Play will begin from the selected CD.
The video CD changer plays all the tracks on all the CDs in order
and stops automatically when the last track on the last CD finishes
playing. The first CD will then be at the playing position.
To stop play
Press №.
To temporarily stop play
Press El.
Press №» SELECT to resume play.
For your reference (ver. 1.1)
Basic operations are displayed on the TV screen.
The on-screen text can be turned off. (See page 20.)
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Press the numeric button(s) to select the track.
Play will begin from the selected track.
e To select a track between 1 and 10:
Press the corresponding number on the numeric button.
9 To select a two-digit track number over 10:
First press > 10/-/--, and then press the numbers for the two dig-
its.
For example:
To select track number 20, press > 10/-/--, then 2, and then O.
To exchange CDs during play
(See page 9.)
VIDEOCD20,
Sequential play is possible as described above only if you cancel
the menu play mode.
To quit menu play
(See page 9.)
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| Program play
You can program up to 32 selections from the five CDs in any order
as you desire.
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[In the stop mode]
Press PROGRAM.
Press the desired disc button (1-5).
The “AL” indication shows that all tracks on the CD are
selected.
To program by means of disc numbers only, repeat the above
operation. (The count will increase by one for each opera-
tion.)
Press the numeric button(s) to specify the track
number.
For example:
To select track number 20, press > 10/-/--, then 2, and then O.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have completed the
desired entry.
If you attempt a 33rd selection, the “-F” (full) indication will be
displayed.
If you enter non-existing CD(s) or track(s} soon after the loading
drawer is closed or when it is open, the corresponding indicator
illuminates and the entry is included in the count. In the play
mode, the video CD changer will cancel the non-existing entry.
Press ) SELECT to start play.
To enter additional selections during play, repeat steps 2 and 3.
Tracks are deleted from the program as they are played.
To cance! the program mode
[In the stop mode]
Press PROGRAM again.
The video CD changer will return to sequential play moda.
To clear a single item of the programmed contents
[In the stop mode]
Press CLEAR on the remote control.
Each time you press CLEAR, you will cancel the last entry in the
order you have entered.
To clear the entire programmed contents A
[In the stop mode}
Press Il.
The display will appear as shown left.
VIDEO CD 20
With version 2.0 video CDs, the menu function is automatically
turned OFF and tracks are played back. Track means a sectioned-
off piece of picture or audio recording on the CD. The number allot-
ted to each track will be shown on the display while that track is
playing.
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6.3 mm monaural
MIC VOLUME
MIC 1 —— MIC 2
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For adjusting MIC 2 volume (Qutside dial)
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| Singing along with karaoke |
This unit lets you enjoy the karaoke fun provided with audio and
video CDs, and CD graphics.
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First, lower volume with MIC VOLUME.
Then, connect the microphone.
When you want to do a duet, connect two microphones.
Press KARAOKE/DUAL to select the voice
mode.
Each time the button is pressed, the display will change in
the following order.
e TV screen (For video CD)
V-MUTE - MONO L > MONO R LR
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VOICE MUTE — MONO-L — MONO-R — (OFF:L R)
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Voice mode selection
If you want to play with the karaoke function, check first
whether or not your CD is formatted for karaoke and then
select the voice mode as indicated below.
O: Appropriate
O: For practice, etc.
V- MONO
TV screen MUTE MONO L R LAR
Stereo | - — - O
Karaoke Sound O e e
CD oun _
multiplex (Background (Voice) (Backgroun d
music) music + Voice)
Non- e
karaoke O - = | (For singing
CDs along)
A bar is indicated in the above table when the voice mode is least
effective. It is better to avoid using the mode in such cases.
V-MUTE (VOICE MUTE):
The voice portion of the track is blocked cut but not the background
music.
You need a CD recorded in stereo sound if you want to use the
voice mute function. Voice and/or static may be reproduced with the
following types of CDs.
¢ CDs recorded in monaural
e Classical music, or works performed by a limited number of instru-
ments
e Chorus works or duets
MONO L:
The left side channel is produced from both speakers (sound from
the right side channel will be canceled out).
MONO R:
The right side channel is produced from both speakers (sound from
the left side channel will be canceled out).
LA:
Left and right side channels are produced from their respective
speakers.
This is the setting when power is turned on.
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KARAOKE. KEY CONTROL
DUAL _
MIC VOLUME
MIC 1—2— MIC?
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Start your CD.
Menu play...See page 8.
Sequential play...See page 10.
Program play...See page 11.
Random play...See page 20.
Adjust volume with MIC VOLUME and sing
along.
When finished with the karaoke mode
To return to the normal voice mode, select the L/R mode with the
KARAOKE/DUAL button. (See step 2.)
e |f strange noises (squealing or howling) are emitted during use,
keep the microphone away from the speakers, or tum down the
microphone volume.
e When the unit is turned off, the voice mode reverts back to the LR
mode.
Press ECHO.
Every time you press the button, the echo effect changes as fol-
lows.
ECHO 1 — ECHO 2 — ECHO 3 — (OFF)
When the unit is turned off, the echo is canceled automatically.
[During playback or when on pause]
Press b or #.
b : Lowers the key one half note each time the button is pressed.
# : Raises the key one half note each time the button is pressed.
You can switch key in 6 steps: either 3 up or 3 down. For video
CDs, this change will be displayed on the TV screen while you
make them. For CD graphics and audio CDs, the change will be
indicated by the presence of the b or # shown on the display of
this unit,
To return to the original key, press В.
For your reference
To tower a key which you had raised, press the b button,
whereas to raise a key which you had lowered, press the ff but-
ton.
e Kay control does not work while playback is stopped as well as
sometimes when still pictures are displayed on the screen.
e Key control is defaulted when you switch tracks.
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(Only available from the remote control.)
This function divides the screen up into several parts so as to dis-
play the picture from each of the tracks. You can select the track
you want from the various pictures on the screen.
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If, after making your CD selection, the display reads 00:00, then
before connecting with the following steps play the CD for a few
seconds to allow this unit to read the CD's data.
[While playback is stopped]
Press MULTI SCREEN.
Track 1 will first be played back for a fow seconds, then will
be displayed as a still picture. The same will then happen for
the following tracks. Up to 9 tracks will be displayed on the
screen at a time.
To display subsequent tracks: Press PM .
To display previous tracks: Press (dd .
With version 2.0 video CDs, playback control is turned off and
all tracks on the CD are played back as described until the
last track.
To cancel the multi screen mode, press Ш.
Select a track number with the numeric but-
tons.
That track will start playing. The number of the selected track
is displayed on the unit's display.
For your reference
If you press the P> SELECT button as a track is being displayed as
in Step 1, that track will start playing.
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(Only available from the remote control.)
With this function, you can advance a video CD motion picture one
frame at a time. Slow motion playback is also possible.
For frame skip
[While a video CD motion picture is in play]
Press FRAME SKIP.
The instant you press the button, the video will pause on the cur-
rently displayed frame. Every time thereafter that you press the but-
ton, the picture will advance one frame.
For slow motion playback
[While a video CD motion picture is in play]
Hold down FRAME SKIP.
The picture is played back in slow motion when the button is held
down. When you release the button, the video will pause on the cur-
rently displayed frame.
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(Only available from the remote control.)
With this function, you can search through V-index numbers on the
video CD until you find the par you want.
This function works with only CDs on which V-index numbers have
been recorded.
[In the play or pause mode]
Press « or ,
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V-index number The unit returns to the previous index number.
| — ; You can search forward.
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O) in the menu play mode
You can search forward or backward only within the selected item.
In the sequential/program/random play mode
You can search forward or backward only within the current track.
TV screen
(Only available from the remote control.)
On video CDs with PBC, menus, motion pictures and still shots are
divided into scenes. These scenes are numbered with what we call
scene numbers. With scene playback, you can watch a particular
scene by simply specifying its number.
VIDEO CD 2.0
[While menu play is stopped or on pause]
Press SCENE.
Press the numeric button(s) to specify the
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For example:
Pa NO. To select scene number 20, press 2, and then 0.
Press » SELECT.
Playback of the selected scene starts.
TV screen When the scene is over, the menu will reappear on the
screen.
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RESUME
Stop button
RESUME
| Resume function |
(Only available from the remote control.)
This function lets you resume playback of a video CD you stopped,
from a point near to where the video was stopped.
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[When playback has been stopped with the stop button]
Press RESUME on the remote control.
In the menu playback mode (ver. 2.0)
Playback starts from the scene you were viewing. (See “Scene
playback” on page 15.)
In the sequential play mode
Playback starts from a point near to where the video was stopped.
If RESUME is pressed when stopped during program play mode,
playback will begin from program No.1.
This function is not available during random play.
Note | (ver.2.0)
Before pressing the RESUME button, do not turn off {on) the menu
playback mode. This will disable the resume function.
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The resume function can be used with audio CDs in the same way
that it is used with video CDs. Playback in this case is resumed
from the beginning of the track.
For your reference
The resume function can be used after turning off power as
explained below.
1. Stop playback with the stop button.
2. Turn off power to the unit.
3. Reactivate power to the unit.
4. Press RESUME.
e The resume function still works even after the power supply cord
has been unplugged for as long as 1 week but not more.
e If you play back version 2.0 video CDs with playback control off,
the resume function cannot be used as in other cases, after power
IS reactivated.
Repeat function
(Only available from the remote control.)
Play will continue endlessly in accordance with the specific play
mode selected.
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[Before or during play]
Press REPEAT.
REPEAT
In the sequential play mode
All tracks of all CDs will be played repeatedly.
In the program play mode
e If you tum ON the repeat function before starting playback
The video CD changer plays only the programmed selections in
the programmed sequence repeatediy.
e If you turn ON the repeat function during playback
The current track and all following programmed tracks will be
repeated.
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REPEAT Tracks will be played back once each in the programmed order.
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In the random play mode
When the video CD changer has played all the tracks on all the
loaded CDs, it will select a new random sequence and play continu-
ously. The sequence differs each time.
To cancel the repeat mode
Press REPEAT again.
The “ © " indicator will go out.
To repeat one specific track or selected tracks
1. Selected the desired track(s) using the program play procedure
on page 11.
2. Press the REPEAT button. The “CO " indicator will light up.
3. Press the » SELECT button. Playback will start.
VIDEO CD 2.0
The repeat function can also be used as described above by can-
celing the menu play mode.
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Use this function to skip CDs when selecting a CD to which you
wish to listen, and unloading the CDs.
You can use this function in the stop, menu play, and sequential
play modes.
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Press DISC SKIP to rotate the disc tray.
in the stop mode
Pressing DISC SKIP changes the disc tray to the next one.
In the menu/sequential play mode
Pressing DISC SKIP changes the CD and the video CD changer
plays the track on next CD.
If a CD is not on the selected disc tray, the video CD changer plays
the CD at the next number.
Use this function to skip tracks when selecting a track which you
wish to play.
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Press PREV ( [4d ) or NEXT ( pp).
i : You can skip backward.
pp: You can skip forward.
In the sequential play mode
You can skip only within the current CD.
ld : You can skip to the beginning of the track being played. If
you press this button again quickly, you can skip to the
beginning of the previous track.
Remember that in a backward skip, the current track is
included in the count.
DD: You can skip as many tracks as the number of times you
press the button.
In the program play mode
You can skip to programmed tracks in the forward direction only.
Skipped tracks will be deleted from the program as you skip them.
ld : You can skip to the beginning of the track being played.
Pi: You can skip as many tracks as the number of times you
press the button.
In the random play mode
K€ : You can skip to the beginning of the current track.
BP: You can skip to the beginning of the next track in random
order.
You can also skip tracks, as described above, when the video CD
changer is in the stop mode (except during random play and menu
play) or pause mode.
Depending on the video CD software you play back, the video CD
changer may not skip to the point you expect if the [4d PREV
and NEXT pp skip buttons are tapped lightly. If this
happens, hold the buttons down until the track No. you want is dis-
played.
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The buttons you use in menu play and how you use them will differ
from CD to CD. Do as explained in the instructions that came with
your CD or shown on the TV screen.
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You can search rapidly forward or backward on the CD for specific
sections.
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[In the play mode]
Press and hold << or >>.
44 : You can search backward.
DD : You can search forward.
Release the button when you reach the desired point.
The player will return lo the piay mode.
In the sequential play
You can search forward and backward within the CD.
In the menu play mode (ver. 2.0)
You can fast-forward and rewind while viewing an item setected
from a menu.
The search function is available only for videos. It is not possible to
search through still pictures.
In the program/random play
You can search forward or backward only within the current track.
For your reference
While the changer is on pause, you can run a high-speed search
using these buttons. While searching forward or backward, the
elapsed playback time is shown on the changer's display, but the
picture is placed on pause.
Playback is resumed when you release the button.
During CD graphics playback, the picture is partially scrambled if
you run a scan. The normal picture returns when you resume play-
back.
| Random play El
(Only available from the remote control.)
A Each track to be played back is selected randomly from all of the
tracks on all of the CDs, excluding the tracks that have already
been played.
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RANDOM [In the stop or play mode]
Press RANDOM.
The video CD changer will stop automatically when all the tracks on
all CDs have been played once.
To cancel the random play mode
Press RANDOM again.
The “RND” indicator will go out.
The CDs will be played from that point until the end and then stop
automatically,
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tion is turned OFF automatically and the video CD changer
switches to the random play mode when the RANDOM button is
B я mio - ae i = pressed. In this case, the video CD changer selects and plays
TT Re back individual tracks.
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During play ee On-screen display
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During program pl a TV screen.
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When OSD ON El
Any time operating conditions are changed from the video CD
changer or the remote control, the changed condition is displayed
on the TV screen. (The display will go out in a few seconds.)
ÖSD
(Only available from the remote control.)
To turn OFF the on-screen display
Press the OSD button until “OSD OFF” is selected.
Press OSD once again to turn ON the on-screen display.
OSD 0SD OFF
Quick reference table for remote control operation
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Reference pages are given on the far right of the table.
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To open/close the
1DISC1 2DISCZ 5 loading drawer A OPEN/CLOSE 8
ADISCA4 5DISC5 8 E10 - To start play P SELECT 8
O O To select the desired | DISC, 1-5 8
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JUANSCREEN RESME | FRU SOP | To select the desired (Example : Track 9) ... 9 10
С ED CD es | track (Example : Track 10) ... 210/-/--
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O ED a CO | To stop play
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GEAR ROOM REPEAT temporarily
С DO OD / To stop play Ш 8
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1-9, 0, >10/-/--
(Example : Item 9)...9
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1—0
To start selected item » SELECT 9
To move to the next NEXT PP 9
item
Go back to the previous gq PREV 9
item
TN Return to the previous 5 RETURN 9
menu
To turn on/off the menu PBC ON/OFF 9
playback function
Operation will vary according to software. Read the instructions
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OOO J] (In the stop mode)
\ E EA / 8 To clear a single item of | CLEAR 11
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PEPE Sena | recent entry back.
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POWER {> oso Goose To set the voice mode | KARAOKE/DUAL
( ) CD CO ED To regulate the
O O O o (musical) key b-h-#
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Operation Button(s)
Í To resume playback RESUME 16
+ To skip tracks kdd PREV, NEXT DD] 18
To search for a desired << SEARCH DB 19
place
To repeat play REPEAT 17
To start random play RANDOM 20
TO turn off/on the OSD osD 20
function
Buttons used only during video playback
(In the stop mode)
To select a track in the | (4) MULTI SCREEN 14
multi screen mode @ 1-9, 0, 210/-/—
Select the desired track.
то use the frame skip FRAME SKIP 14
unction
To search through A
V-indexes V-INDEX 15
To playback particular | D SCENE
scenes from PBC @ 1-9,0 15
equipped video CDs Select the scene number.
VIDEO CD 20 © > SELECT
Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for a If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the reme-
possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some simple dies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer your
checks or a minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the prob- questions to your dealer or call 1-800-645-8401 and ask for techni-
lem and restore proper operation. cal support for this unit.
Reference pages indicated in black circles. (For example: ©)
Problem | Probable cause(s)
Suggested remedy
Changer will not play. A CD(s) or other foreign object(s) has fallen inside
the changer.
e Open the loading drawer, and remove the object.
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The unit was subjected to a sharp temperature
fluctuation such as when moved from a cold to a
warm place.
e Condensation may have formed on the lens. Wait
about 1 hour and try using the unit again.
The CD in the changer does | The CD is upside down.
e Make sure the label is facing upward. @
not play. The CD is dirty.
e Wipe the CD with a soft cloth. @
The CD is scratched.
The CD is warped.
The CD is not within specified standards.
e Replace the CD with a new one.
Play stops before changing | The loading drawer is open.
to the next CD.
e Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to close the load-
ing drawer.
A certain music passage The CD is dirty. e Wipe the CD with a soft cloth. @
can't be played correctly. The CD is scratched. e Replace the CD with a new one.
There is noise from the Caused by high-frequency signals from this e Use the changer further away from the tuner or TV.
tuner or disturbance on the | changer. e |f the tuner or TV's antenna is an indoor type, use
TY screen. an outdoor one.
When program play is start- | Play was started without a track being pro- e Program a track. ®
ed, an error message (-E) grammed.
appears on the display.
An error message (-E) | The mechanism of the changer has been improp-
appears on the display, and | erly adjusted.
the changer stops operat-
e Turn the unit off and then back on again.
However, if the loading drawer is fully open, take
out the compact discí(s) at the front position and
appears on the display and
the changer stops operating.
ing. then turn the unit off and then back on again.
The toading drawer stops in
the middle of opening.
An error message (F-26) The servo LSI has malfunctioned. e Unplug the changer from its outlet, plug it back in
and tum the changer ON again.
Remote control does not The batteries have run out.
e Replace batteries with new ones. O
operate correctly. There is an obstruction between the remote con-
trol and the changer.
+ Remove the obstruction.
The batteries are inserted incorrectly.
[The (+) and (-) polarities are reversed.]
e Reinsert batteries so that the polarities are correct.
©
The vertical/horizontal of You are trying to use a video recorded on PAL on
the picture do not match the | a NTSC TV.
TV screen.
The video does not play
back smoothly.
The video is not in color or
colors seem unnatural.
e If your TV has a PAL/NTSC selector switch, set it
and the VIDEO QUT SWITCH on the rear of this
unit to “PAL”.
If the TV does not have a selector switch, the video
cannot be played back at the original vertical hori-
zontal or picture quality. @
No picture on the TV screen | The video connection cable is not connected.
e Connect the video connection cable. @
while playing à video CD. The TV/VIDEO selector on the TV is not set to
“VIDEO” position.
e Set it to the “VIDEO” position.
| Technical specifications
| "Maintenance >
Audio
No. of channels
Frequency response
Output voltage
Dynamic range
S/N
Total harmonic distortion
Wow and flutter
DA converter
Output impedance
Load impedance
UN Video
Output voltage
Bl Pick up
Wavelength
General
Power supply
Power consumption
Dimensions (WXx HXD)
2 (left and right, stereo)
20-20,000 Hz, +1 dB
2 Y (at O dB)
92 dB
100 dB
0.007 % (1 kHz, O dB)
Below measurable limit
MASH (1 bit)
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More than 10 kQ
1.0 Yp—p, 75 Q
780 nm
AC 60 Hz, 120 V
14 W
430X125X385 mm
(16-15/16" X4-15/16" X15-11/16")
Welght
Note:
4.7 kg (10.4 1b.)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Weight and dimensions are approximate.
MASH is a trademark of NTT.
Product service
Do not attempt to remove the cover(s) or repair the unit yourself.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
For product service, product information or assistance in product
operation, contact your dealer or call 1-800-645-8401 for authorized
factory service.
To clean this unit, use a soft, dry cloth.
For very dirty surfaces, dip a soft cloth in a weak soap-and-water
solution and wring well. After cleaning, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
Never use alcohol, paint thinner, benzine, or a chemically treated
cloth to clean this unit.
Such chemicals may damage the unit's finish.
Cautions concerning the moving of this unit
CAUTION
Before moving the changer to another location, be sure to carry out
the “Preparations for moving the unit” described below.
Failure to do so will expose the CDs and the changer to the risk of
severe damage.
Preparations for moving the unit
All of the CDs must be removed so that the trays are completely
empty.
Use the following procedure.
(1) Press POWER to switch off the unit.
O Press POWER to switch on the unit.
if there is a disc in the play section, it will be returned to the disc
tray at this time.
3 Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the loading drawer.
@ Press DISC SKIP to rotate the disc trays and remove
the CDs from all disc trays.
® Press OPEN/CLOSE to close the loading drawer.
® Press POWER to switch off the unit.
If you have pressed a wrong button by mistake, return to step (1).
POWER DISC SKIP
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