ENGLISH
OWNER’S RECORD
For your convenience, record the model number and the serial number (you will
find it in the battery compartment of your set) in the space provided below. Please
refer to them when you contact your Aiwa dealer in case of difficulty.
Model No. CR-LD121
Serial No.
CAUTION
Modifications or adjustments to this product, which are not expressly approved by
the manufacturer, may void the user’s right or authority to operate this product.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
PRECAUTIONS
To maintain good performance
• Do not use the unit in places which are extremely hot, cold, dusty or humid. In
particular, do not keep the unit:
• in a high humidity area such as a bathroom
• near a heater
• in an area exposed to direct sunlight (e.g., inside a parked car, where it can
become extremely hot)
Note on listening with the headphones
• Listen at moderate volumes to avoid hearing damage.
• Do not wear the headphones while driving or cycling. It may create a traffic hazard.
• You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue using the unit in
potentially hazardous situations, such as walking, jogging, etc.
• Wear them properly; L is left, R is right.
• The headphones should be worn with the longer cord behind your neck.
TO INSERT A DRY CELL BATTERY
Insert a size AAA (R03) dry cell battery with the
0
and
9
marks correctly
aligned.
AAA(R03)
Battery life
Battery
size AAA (R03)
size AAA (LR03)
manganese battery
alkaline battery
AM
Approx. 16 hours
Approx. 32 hours
FM
Approx. 11 hours
Approx. 22 hours
Battery replacement
Replace the battery when “
” is displayed.
If you continue to use the unit, power will go off automatically when the battery
wears out, and the power cannot be turned on without replacing the battery.
Note
The stations that you preset and the time are retained for about 5 minutes after the
battery is removed. Replace the battery quickly not to erase the data.
If the cover of the battery compartment comes off
Attach it as illustrated.
Note on dry cell battery
• Make sure that the
0
and
9
marks are correctly aligned.
• To prevent the risk of electrolyte leakage or explosions, never recharge the battery,
apply heat to it, or take it apart.
• When not using the battery, remove it to prevent needless battery wear.
• If liquid leaks from the battery, wipe thoroughly to remove.
CR-LD121
RADIO RECEIVER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCCIONES DE MANEJO
3-255-591-41(1)
PREPARATIONS
Turning on and off
Press POWER to turn on the power. Press it again to turn off the power.
POWER
PRESET/TUNING
Auto power off function
The power will be turned off automatically about 90 minutes after turning on the
power. (Auto power off function)
When the power is turned off by the auto power off function, the beep sound is
heard for about 5 seconds. If you press POWER in these 5 seconds, power will not
be turned off.
To cancel the auto power off function
Operate when the power is turned off.
1 Keep PRESET/TUNING pressed for 5 seconds until “ON” appears in the
display.
2 While “ON” is displayed, slide PRESET/TUNING to
-
to display “OFF”.
3 Press PRESET/TUNING.
To activate the auto power off function again, slide PRESET/TUNING to
+
to
display “ON” in step 2.
Clock setting
When the battery is inserted, or after resetting the unit, “12:00” flashes in the
display.
Set the clock when the power is turned off.
2
1,3
1 Keep MEMO/TIME SET pressed for 5 seconds until “AM” and clock flash
in the display.
2 Slide PRESET/TUNING to
+
or
-
to set the clock.
AM 12:00
midnight
PM 12:00
noon
3 Press MEMO/TIME SET.
The clock starts from 00 second.
If the flashing stops during operation
Repeat the procedure from the beginning.
TUNING IN TO A STATION
Connect the supplied headphones to the
\
jack.
1
4
DSL
3
2
1 Press POWER to turn on the power.
2 Press BAND repeatedly to select AM, FM1 or FM2.
FM1 and FM2 have the same frequency range. Both can be used to tune in to
an FM station.
3 Slide PRESET/TUNING to
+
or
-
to tune in to a station.
4 Adjust the volume.
For quick tuning
Keep PRESET/TUNING slide to
+
or
-
pressed for 1 – 2 seconds.
When a station is tuned in to, the frequency indicator stops automatically. However,
it may not stop if the broadcast signal is weak.
To obtain powerful heavy bass
Press DSL. “DSL” appears in the display.
To cancel, press DSL again.
For better reception
FM: The headphone cord functions as the FM antenna. Keep it extended.
AM: Turn the unit to find the position which gives the best reception.
FM
AM
PRESETTING STATIONS
Automatic presetting
You can preset up to 15 stations on each band (AM, FM1, FM2).
1
2
1 Press POWER to turn on the power.
2 Keep MEMO/TIME SET pressed for about 5 seconds until “PRESET” flashes.
The unit searches for and memorizes the receivable stations.
Auto presetting ends after 15 stations are preset on each band.
Note
When broadcast signals are very weak, stations cannot be preset automatically.
Preset them manually.
Manual presetting
You can preset up to 15 stations under each preset number (1 – 15) on each band
(AM, FM1 and FM2).
1
3,5
2
2,4
1 Press POWER to turn on the power.
2 Tune in to a station.
3 Press MEMO/TIME SET.
4 Slide PRESET/TUNING to
+
or
-
repeatedly to select the preset number
while “PRESET” is flashing.
5 Press MEMO/TIME SET while “PRESET” is flashing.
To preset more stations, repeat the procedure from the beginning.
Listening to preset stations
1 Press POWER to turn on the power.
2 Press BAND repeatedly to select AM, FM1 or FM2.
3 Press PRESET/TUNING repeatedly to select the preset number.
Deleting preset stations
1 Select the preset number you wish to delete.
2 Press MEMO/TIME SET.
“PRESET” flashes in the display.
3 While “PRESET” is flashing, slide PRESET/TUNING to
+
or
-
to select the
preset number “-”.
4 Press MEMO/TIME SET.
To delete more preset stations, repeat the procedure from the beginning.
WORLD AREAS
Radio broadcasts have different frequency ranges and change in different steps in
different countries.
The unit has three world reception areas: “U” (North and South America), “J” (Japan)
and “E” (other areas).
The reception area is factory-set to “U”. Select “J” to listen to the radio in Japan,
select “E” to listen to the radio in Europe and other countries.
Selecting a reception area
Operate when the power is turned off.
2
1
1 Keep BAND pressed for 5 seconds.
“U” appears in the display.
2 While “U” appears, slide PRESET/TUNING to
+
or
-
to select the reception
area.
The display changes to the clock display after 10 seconds, and the reception
area is changed.
If the reception area disappears during operation
Repeat the procedure from the beginning.
When the reception area is changed
The preset stations are erased.
Note
The unit may not receive all the stations broadcasted in any countries or districts
even if the area is set to “E”.
TIMER FUNCTION
The buzzer automatically sounds at the designated time every day.
Before setting the timer, set the clock.
POWER
2
1,3
1 Keep TIMER pressed for 5 seconds until the time flashes in the display.
2 While the time is flashing, slide PRESET/TUNING to
+
or
-
to set the
time.
3 Press TIMER.
5
appears in the display.
When the preset time comes, buzzer sounds for 3 minutes.
To stop the buzzer, press TIMER or POWER.
If the flashing stops during operation
Repeat the procedure from the beginning.
To cancel the timer, press TIMER.
5
goes out and the timer function is canceled.
ALARM FUNCTION
You can use the alarm function to sound the buzzer after up to 180 minutes.
POWER
2
1,3
1 Keep ALARM pressed for 5 seconds until the minute flashes in the display.
2 While the minute is flashing, slide PRESET/TUNING to
+
or
-
to set the
time to sound the buzzer.
Example) To set the alarm 1 hour later, slide PRESET/TUNING to
+
or
-
to
display 60.
3 Press ALARM.
Q
appears in the display.
When the preset time comes, the buzzer sounds for 3 minutes.
To stop the buzzer, press ALARM or POWER.
If the flashing stops during operation
Repeat the procedure from the beginning.
To cancel the alarm function, press ALARM.
Q
goes out and the alarm function
is canceled.
MAINTENANCE
To clean the cabinet
Use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine or thinner.
If erroneous operation or display occurs
Press the RESET button inside the battery compartment of the unit with a thin rod
to reset the unit.
If the unit is reset, the stations that you preset and the time are erased.
RESET
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency range:
Reception area U
AM: 530 – 1,710 kHz (10-kHz steps)
FM1, FM2: 87.5 – 108.1 MHz (200-kHz steps)
Reception area E
AM: 531 – 1,602 kHz (9-kHz steps)
FM1, FM2: 87.5 – 108 MHz (50-kHz steps)
Reception area J
AM: 531 – 1,629 kHz (9-kHz steps)
FM1, FM2: 76 – 108 MHz (100-kHz steps in 76 –
90 MHz, 50-kHz steps in 90 – 108 MHz)
Maximum output:
8 mW + 8 mW (EIAJ 32 ohms)
Power sources:
DC 1.5 V using a size AAA (R03) dry cell battery
Maximum dimensions: 42 (W)
×
80 (H)
×
18 (D) mm (1
11
/
16
×
3
1
/
4
×
23
/
32
in.)
(excluding projecting parts and controls)
Weight:
Approx. 44 g (1.6 oz) excluding battery
Accessories:
Stereo headphones (1)
The specifications and external appearance of this unit are subject to change
without notice.
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