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RQTV0294

You can choose one of four types of sound quality.

 Select “PRESET EQ”.

 Press [

u

2

] or [

i

1

] to select a setting.

Digital remaster is effective on CD (MP3) and USB
Analog remaster is effective on iPod and Music Port

This feature reproduces the frequencies lost during recording to give you 
a sound closer to the original.

 Select “RE-MASTER”.

 Press [

u

2

] or [

i

1

] during play to turn the RE-MASTER 

on/off.

Enables you to enjoy the powerful bass effect.

 Select “D.BASS”.

 Press [

u

2

] or [

i

1

] to turn the D.BASS function on/off.

The actual effect depends on the disc.

You can create a three-dimensional sound field when listening to stereo 
sound.

 Select “SURROUND”.

 Press [

u

2

] or [

i

1

] to turn the Live Virtualizer on/off.

The actual effect depends on the source played.

EQ

Sound adjustment

Note

MP3

➡ 

Page 3 for the buttons position of remote control.

Sound quality

Live Virtualizer

Enhancing the bass

Re-master - Enjoying more natural sound

EQ-OFF   

 

VOCAL

HEAVY 

 

       CLEAR 

 

SOFT

(Adds punch to 
rock)

(Clarifies higher 
sounds)

(For background 
music)

(Canceled)

(Adds gloss to vocals)

Note

The SLEEP timer can turn the unit off after a set time.

Press [SLEEP] to turn the SLEEP function on/off.

Each time you press the button:

 

     OFF (Canceled)

g

 To check the remaining time

Press 

[SLEEP]

 once

The play timer and sleep timer can be used together. The sleep timer 
always has priority. Be sure not to overlap timer settings.

You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake you up.

Preparation:

Turn the unit on and set the clock.
Prepare the music source (disc, radio, iPod or music port) and set the 
volume.

 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] repeatedly to select play timer.

CLOCK        

z

PLAY

        Original display

 Within 5 seconds, press [

u

2

] or [

i

1

] to 

set the starting time.

 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to confirm.

 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the finishing time.

To activate the timer

 Press [

z

PLAY] to turn on the timer.

 Press [

^

] to turn off the unit.

To

Action

Change the settings

Repeat steps 1 to 4 and 6.

Change the source or 
volume

 Press 

[

z

PLAY]

 to clear 

z

PLAY indicator 

from the display.

 Make changes to the source or volume.

 Perform steps 5 and 6.

Check the settings 
(when the unit is on or 
in standby mode)

Press 

[CLOCK/TIMER]

 repeatedly to select 

z

PLAY.

Cancel

Press 

[

z

PLAY]

 to clear the timer indicator 

from the display.

The timer will start at the preset time, with the volume increasing 
gradually to the preset level.
The timer comes on at the set time every day if the timer is on.
The unit must be in the standby mode for the timer to function.
If you turn the unit off and on again while the timer is functioning, the 
finish time setting will not be activated.
When external unit is selected as the source when the timer comes 
on, the system turns on and engages external unit as the source. If 
you wish to playback from the portable audio equipment, activate the 
equipment’s play mode and increase the volume. (See the portable 
audio equipment’s instruction manual.)




Timer

This is a 24-hour clock.

 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to set the clock.

 Press [

u

2

] or [

i

1

] to select the time within 5 seconds.

(Press and hold to change the time faster.)

 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] again.

g

 To display the clock when the unit 

is on

Press 

[CLOCK/TIMER]

Note

The clock is accurate to within ±60 seconds a month. Readjust if 
necessary.
Set again after disconnecting the AC mains lead or power failure.

Setting the time

Sleep timer

Play timer

30MIN       60MIN       90MIN       120MIN

Note

Note

RE-MASTER ON 

    RE-MASTER OFF

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about any of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart 
do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions.

No play.

The disc isn’t correctly set.
The disc is scratched or dirty. (Tracks skipped.)
There is moisture on the lens. Wait for about an hour and then try again.



MP3 cannot be read.

You may not be able to play MP3 if you have copied a multi-session disc that has no data between sessions.
When creating a multi session disc, it is necessary to close the session.
The amount of data on the disc is too small. Set the amount of data to greater than approximately 5 MB.



Sound is unfixed, reversed or 
comes from one speaker only.

Check the speaker connections. (

➡ 

page 4)

No sound or there is a lot of 
noise.

Noise may occur when playing MP3 if recording quality is poor.
Keep this unit away from mobile telephones if the interference is apparent.
Turn the volume up.
Switch the unit off, determine and correct the cause, then switch the unit on. Causes include shorting of the 
positive and negative speaker wires, straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power, and using 
the unit in a hot environment.




Humming heard during play.

An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the cords. Keep other appliances and cords away from this unit’s 
cables.

A beat sound or noise is heard 
while receiving a radio broadcast.

Switch the TV or other audio player off or separate it from the unit.
Switch off the portable audio player connected to “MUSIC PORT”.


The picture on the television near 
the set disappears or stripes 
appear on the screen.

The location and orientation of the antenna are incorrect.
The television antenna wire is too close to the unit. Separate the antenna wire of the television from the unit.


Remote control  doesn’t work.

Check that the batteries are inserted correctly. (

➡ 

page 2)

Replace the batteries if they are worn.


Display

--:--

You plugged the AC mains lead in for the first time and there was a power failure recently. Set the time. 
(

➡ 

page 12)

PGM FULL

The number of programmed tracks is limited to 24. No further tracks can be programmed.

NO PLAY

A CD-ROM disc that is not CD-DA or MP3 format is inserted. It cannot be played.

ERROR

Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.

F76

There is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.

iPod

iPod does not turn on.

Verify that the iPod battery is not depleted before connecting it to the unit.
Before inserting your iPod into the dock, turn off both the unit and iPod. Power on the unit and select the 
appropriate source.
Make sure PC is not connected to the main unit and activate PC Sync.


No sound is coming from the 
speakers.

The iPod is not correctly inserted into the dock. Turn off the iPod, remove it from the dock connector. Reinsert 
it and turn it on again.
Make sure that iPod is actually playing something.
Adjust the volume.


Music is distorted or the sound 
level is too low.

Make sure the equalizer function of your iPod is turned off.

Cannot control the iPod from the 
CD Stereo System.

Make sure the iPod is inserted properly into the dock.
Check the dock connection and make sure that iPod is selected as the source of music. (

➡ 

page 10)


iPod does not charge.

Check all connections. (

➡ 

page 4)

Unable to use PC Sync.

Turn the unit on.
Check PC and iPod connections. (

➡ 

page 10)


USB

No response when [USB 

q

/

h

button is pressed.

Disconnect the USB device and then reconnect it back. Alternatively, turn the unit off and then back on.

The USB drive or it’s contents 
cannot be read.

The USB drive format or it’s contents is/are not compatible with the system. (

 page 11)

The USB host function of this product may not work with some USB devices.
USB devices with storage capacity of more than 8 gigabytes may not work in some instances. 



Slow operation of the USB flash 
drive.

Large file size or high memory USB flash drive takes longer time to read.

“USB OVER CURRENT ERROR”

The USB mass storage device rating exceeds 500mA. Disconnect the USB device. Turn the unit off and then 
back on.

“NO PLAY”

Check the content.
Only MP3 format files can be played.


Each time you press the button:

D.BASS

PRESET EQ   

  SURROUND

RE-MASTER

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Summary of Contents for SC-EN38DB

Page 1: ... manual for future reference System SC EN38DB Main unit SA EN38DB Speakers SB EN38 EB on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom Note Supplied accessories 2 The remote control 2 Attach the stand to the unit 2 Placement of speakers 2 Control guide 3 Connections 4 Disc operations 5 Radio operations 6 DAB 7 External unit 10 Timer 12 Sound adjustment 12 Troubleshooting guide 13 Specifications 14 Sa...

Page 2: ...n Use the speakers only with the recommended system Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and or speakers and may result in the risk of fire Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilings Attach the stand to the unit Support stand included Rear of the main unit Placement ...

Page 3: ...e selection 12 DAB MENU 8 9 14 Enter cancel DAB Menu mode DAB SECONDARY 8 Select the secondary service 1 2 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Remote control signal sensor Display Built in iPod Dock USB port Music port jack 5 CD q g Selector switch to CD CD Play Stop button 12 Play timer on off z PLAY 5 Open and Close CD lid OPEN CLOSE 5 6 8 11 Numbered buttons 1 9 0 10 T...

Page 4: ...e buttons position of remote control and main unit Connections PC Sync Connect your PC to the PC Sync port Refer to page 10 for further information 1 3 USB connection Connect your USB enabled device to the USB port Refer to page 11 for further information Bluetooth connection Connect the Bluetooth Receiver to the option port Refer to page 11 for further information AC mains lead To household AC ma...

Page 5: ...nnot search through MP3 files You can only search within the current track during program play one track repeat and random play Skip album Press or ALBUM in the play mode Press or ALBUM once and then the numbered buttons in the stop mode Direct access play Play starts with the track you select Press the numbered buttons to select the desired track Press or ALBUM to select the album Press i 1 once ...

Page 6: ...l tuning Memory preset Note The unit can play MP3 a method of compressing audio without overly hurting audio quality When creating MP3 files to play on this unit Maximum number of tracks and albums 999 tracks and 256 albums Compatible compression rate Between 64 kbps and 320 kbps stereo 128 kbps stereo is recommended Disc formats ISO9660 level 1 and level 2 except for extended formats The time for...

Page 7: ...ing on the time of day etc If this occurs NO SERVICE is displayed Station Memory Updating When there is a station name change or a new station begins broadcasting the unit memory is automatically updated when The previous station name is displayed by selecting STATION TUNE One of the stations already broadcasting on the same frequency with the new station is displayed by selecting STATION TUNE Del...

Page 8: ...s ENTER Select ADJUST OFF to turn the automatic clock adjustment function off To exit Press DAB MENU again DAB Auto Scan Press and hold PLAY MODE until DAB AUTO SCAN appears When a frequency is tuned by Auto scanning on this unit the ensemble corresponding to the frequency is displayed for approximately 2 seconds When updating memory with Auto scan preset stations are not erased or changed When a ...

Page 9: ...es to memory Press DAB MENU to enter menu mode Within 10 seconds press or ALBUM to select DAB SCAN MODE and then press ENTER Within 10 seconds press or ALBUM to select UNITED KINGDOM or ALL BAND III and then press ENTER Auto scan begins automatically after the change has been made To exit Press DAB MENU again When the DAB SCAN MODE is changed the DAB preset channels are erased and if the DAB play ...

Page 10: ...When removing insert your fingernail or a flat object and lift upwards Push and then press down Page 3 for the buttons position of remote control and main unit Compatible iPod Name Memory size iPod touch 8GB 16GB iPod nano 3rd generation video 4GB 8GB iPod classic 80GB 160GB iPod nano 2nd generation aluminum 2GB 4GB 8GB iPod 5th generation video 60GB 80GB iPod 5th generation video 30GB iPod nano 1...

Page 11: ...s in the stop mode Direct access play Play starts with the track you select Press or ALBUM to select the album Press i 1 once and then press the numbered buttons to select the desired track g Display function Press DISPLAY repeatedly during play or pause For other operating functions they are similar as those described in Disc Operations page 5 and 6 To remove the USB mass storage device Select a ...

Page 12: ...tarting time Press CLOCK TIMER to confirm Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the finishing time To activate the timer Press zPLAY to turn on the timer Press to turn off the unit To Action Change the settings Repeat steps 1 to 4 and 6 Change the source or volume Press zPLAY to clear zPLAY indicator from the display Make changes to the source or volume Perform steps 5 and 6 Check the settings when the unit...

Page 13: ...ged the AC mains lead in for the first time and there was a power failure recently Set the time page 12 PGM FULL The number of programmed tracks is limited to 24 No further tracks can be programmed NO PLAY A CD ROM disc that is not CD DA or MP3 format is inserted It cannot be played ERROR Incorrect operation performed Read the instructions and try again F76 There is a power supply problem Consult ...

Page 14: ...power IEC 3 W Max Dimensions W x H x D 120 mm x 202 8 mm x 133 5 mm g GENERAL Power supply AC 230 to 240 V 50 Hz Power consumption 30 W Dimensions W x H x D 252 5 mm x 202 8 mm x 133 5 mm Mass With speakers Approx 3 20 kg Without speakers Approx 1 90 kg Operating temperature range 0 C to 40 C Operating humidity range 35 to 80 RH no condensation Power consumption in standby mode 2 6 W approx Notes ...

Page 15: ...ace heavy items on the lead Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead Pulling the AC mains lead can cause electric shock Do not handle the plug with wet hands This can cause electric shock Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit This can cause electric shock or malfunction Do not let liquids get into the unit This can cause electric shock or malfunction If this occurs immediately discon...

Page 16: ... to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red WARNING DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN YELLOW THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF KEEP DRY Before use Remove the connector cover How to replace the fuse The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug figures A...

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