Radio operations
Allocation settings
Each country allocates broadcast bands according to their particular
system.
You can change the AM steps. The step is factory-set to 9 kHz, but you
can change it to receive broadcasts allocated 10 kHz steps.
Any FM/AM frequencies preset in channels will be changed by this
procedure.
Preset them again.
Select the FM band with [FM/AM] on the unit.
Press and hold [FM/AM] on the unit.
After a few seconds the display changes to show the current minimum
frequency. Continue to hold the button down. The minimum frequency
changes and the step is changed.
To return to the original step, repeat the above steps.
Note
The preset memory will be initialized when you change your frequency step.
To improve reception
FM
Receive the radio stations after
connecting the antenna. Then attach
the antenna cord to a wall or pillar
where there is good reception.
To improve FM sound quality
Press and hold [PLAY MODE] to display "MONO".
To cancel
Press and hold [PLAY MODE] again until "MONO" disappears.
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"MONO" is also canceled if the frequency is changed.
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Turn off "MONO" for normal listening.
Sound adjustment
Sound quality
You can choose one of four types of sound quality.
Press [PRESET EQ] to select the sound quality.
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Each time you press the button:
HEAVY
(Adds punch to
(Clarifies higher
rock)
sounds)
EQ-OFF
(Canceled)
Live Virtualizer
You can create a three-dimensional sound field when listening to stereo
sound.
Press [SURROUND] to turn the Live Virtualizer on/off.
Note
The actual effect depends on the source played.
6
6
AM
Change the direction and
location of the antenna.
EQ
CLEAR
SOFT
(For background
music)
VOCAL
(Adds gloss to vocals)
➡ Page 3 for the buttons position of remote control and main unit.
Manual tuning
Press [FM/AM] to select "FM" or "AM".
Press [PLAY MODE] to select "MANUAL".
Press [u, 2] or [i, 1] to select the frequency of the required
station.
To tune automatically
Press [FM/AM] to select "FM" or "AM".
Press [PLAY MODE] to select "MANUAL".
Press and hold [u, 2] or [i, 1] until the frequency starts
changing rapidly.
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Auto tuning stops when it finds a station.
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To cancel auto tuning, press [u, 2] or [i, 1] once again.
Note
Auto tuning may not function when there is excessive interference.
Memory preset
You can preset up to 30 FM channels and up to 15 AM channels.
Preparation: Press [FM/AM] to select "FM" or "AM".
Automatic presetting
Press and hold [PGM, -AUTO PRESET] to start presetting.
Manual presetting
Press [PLAY MODE] to select "MANUAL".
Press [u, 2] or [i, 1] to tune to the required station.
Press [PGM, -AUTO PRESET].
Press the numbered buttons to select a channel.
The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is preset in
that channel.
Repeat steps 2 to 4 to preset more stations.
Selecting a preset station
Press the numbered buttons to select the channel.
For channels 10 to 30 press [≧10], then the two digits.
OR
Press [PLAY MODE] to select "PRESET".
Press [u, 2] or [i, 1] to select the channel.
Enhancing the bass
Enables you to enjoy the powerful bass effect.
Press [D.BASS] to turn the D.BASS function on/off.
Note
The actual effect depends on the disc.
Re-master -
Enjoying more natural sound
MP3
Digital remaster is effective on CD (MP3)
Analog remaster is effective on Music Port
This feature reproduces the frequencies lost during recording to give you
a sound closer to the original.
Press [REMASTER] during play to select "RE-MASTER ON".
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Each time you press the button:
RE-MASTER ON
RE-MASTER OFF