Technics SC HD510 User Manual

System Component  
Operating Instructions  
Model No.  
SC-HD510  
SC-HD310  
The illustrations show SC-HD510 for areas except Australia and N.Z.  
Note:  
The “EB” indication shown on the outside packing  
case indicates United Kingdom.  
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this  
product, please read these instructions completely.  
Please keep this manual for future reference.  
EB EP GN  
RQT5296-B  
Table of contents  
Safety precautions  
Before use  
Placement  
Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high  
temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These  
conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby  
shortening the unit’s service life.  
Place it at least 15 cm away from wall surfaces to avoid distortion  
and unwanted acoustical effects.  
Safety precautions.....................................................................3  
Caution for AC Mains Lead .....................................................4  
The remote control ....................................................................5  
Installation....................................................................................5  
Connections ................................................................................6  
Front panel controls..................................................................9  
Turning the DEMO function off............................................10  
Setting the time ........................................................................11  
Saving power in standby mode...........................................11  
Do not place heavy items on the unit.  
Voltage  
Bforuse  
Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the  
unit and cause a fire.  
Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when  
setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.  
Radio operations  
The Radio: manual tuning.....................................................12  
The Radio: preset tuning.......................................................13  
AC mains lead protection  
Cassette deck operations  
Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not  
damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or  
electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.  
Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC  
mains lead can cause electric shock.  
Cassette tapes ..........................................................................14  
Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause electric  
shock.  
Compact disc operations  
CDs  
Normal play .................................................................................16  
Other modes of play ....................................................................17  
Foreign matter  
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 disconnect the unit from  
the power supply and contact your dealer.  
Recording operations  
Before recording......................................................................19  
Preparatory steps ........................................................................19  
Recording the radio.................................................................20  
Recording CDs  
Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain  
flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.  
Normal recording.........................................................................20  
One touch CD editing (AI EDIT) ..................................................21  
Service  
Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is  
interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other  
problem that is not covered in these operating instructions occurs,  
disconnect the AC mains lead and contact your dealer or an  
authorized service center. Electric shock or damage to the unit can  
occur if the unit is repaired, disassembled or reconstructed by  
unqualified persons.  
Timer operations  
Using the timers  
The play timer..............................................................................22  
The record timer ..........................................................................23  
The play and record timers..........................................................24  
The sleep timer............................................................................24  
Using the timers together ............................................................24  
Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power  
source if it is not to be used for a long time.  
Reference  
Using other equipment...........................................................25  
Convenient functions .............................................................26  
Maintenance ..............................................................................26  
Troubleshooting guide...........................................................27  
Technical specifications.......................................Back cover  
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Caution for AC Mains Lead  
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO  
THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH  
(For United Kingdom)  
(“EB” area code model only)  
THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL  
COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.  
OR  
For your safety, please read the following text carefully.  
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF–KEEP DRY.  
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin  
mains plug for your safety and convenience.  
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.  
Before use  
Remove the connector cover.  
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that  
the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it  
is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.  
How to replace the fuse  
Bofruse  
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of  
AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC  
mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below.  
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.  
Check for the ASTA mark  
body of the fuse.  
or the BSI mark  
on the  
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must  
ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.  
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until  
a replacement cover is obtained.  
1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.  
Figure A  
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your  
local dealer.  
CAUTION!  
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE  
FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN  
THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG  
CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.  
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL  
SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO  
ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.  
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring  
code as stated below.  
Figure B  
Fuse cover  
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.  
IMPORTANT  
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance  
with the following code:  
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.  
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse  
cover.  
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured  
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed  
as follows:  
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to  
the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured  
Black or Blue.  
Figure A  
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to  
the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured  
Brown or Red.  
Fuse  
(5 ampere)  
Figure B  
Fuse  
(5 ampere)  
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The remote control  
A
Batteries  
A
Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.  
Do not use rechargeable type batteries.  
Do not;  
mix old and new batteries.  
use different types at the same time.  
heat or expose to flame.  
take apart.  
short circuit.  
attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.  
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can  
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.  
If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer.  
Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any  
part of your body.  
R6/LR6  
(AA, UM-3)  
Bforuse  
1
2
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long  
period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.  
Replace if the unit does not respond to the remote control even  
when held close to the front panel.  
If the battery lid comes loose, slide it back into place horizontally.  
B
C
B
Use  
Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7  
meters directly in front of the unit.  
Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from  
dust.  
Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct  
sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.  
30˚  
30˚  
7 m  
Do not;  
put heavy objects on the remote control.  
take the remote control apart.  
spill liquids onto the remote control.  
C
Installation  
aSL-HD510 bST-HD510  
/310  
/310  
a CD player  
b Tuner  
c Cassette deck  
d Amplifier  
e Left speaker  
f Right speaker  
Note  
cRS-HDA710/  
RS-HD310  
fSB-HD510/310  
These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place  
them near televisions, personal computers or other devices easily  
influenced by magnetism.  
eSB-HD510/310  
dSE-HD510/310  
SC-HD310 only  
Left and right speakers are exactly the same.  
Caution  
Use the speakers only with the  
recommended system. Failure to do so can  
damage the amplifier and speakers, and can  
cause fire. Consult a qualified service person  
if damage occurs or if a sudden change in  
performance is apparent.  
Do not attach these speakers to walls or  
ceilings.  
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Connections  
Unless otherwise marked, the illustrations show SC-HD510  
sold outside Australia and New Zealand.  
2
Adhesive tape  
3
Bofruse  
1
1
c
(Left)  
4
4
(Right)  
To household  
mains socket  
5
3
4
A
a
c
b
Speaker  
Amplifier  
To connect cables  
1
SC-HD510  
Blue (–)  
SC-HD510  
H
H
IG  
IG  
H
L
H
L
Gray (+)  
Gray (+)  
White line  
W
W
O
O
Blue (–)  
Red (+)  
Black (–)  
To unplug cables  
Black (–)  
Red (+)  
Hold the connector from  
both ends and pull it out.  
SC-HD310  
SC-HD310  
(For Australia and N.Z.)  
2
FM ANT  
75  
Red (+)  
Black (–)  
Red (+)  
Black (–)  
(For others)  
FM ANT  
75Ω  
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Basic connections for supplied  
accessories  
A
Before connection  
Do not connect the AC mains lead until all other connections  
are complete.  
To prepare the AM loop antenna, FM antenna (for Australia  
and N.Z.) and speaker cables, twist the vinyl tip and pull off  
(a).  
Disconnect the flat cable on the cassette deck (b).  
1 Flat cables.  
Bforuse  
Keep the cables as flat as possible against the back of the  
unit.  
2 FM antenna.  
Fix the other end of the antenna where reception is best.  
3 AM loop antenna.  
Keep loose antenna cord away from other wires and cords.  
4 Speaker cables.  
Connect the cables to the terminals of the same color. Never  
allow the exposed wires to contact each other when  
connected.  
Use only the supplied speakers.  
The combination of the system and the front speakers  
provides the best sound. Using other speakers can damage  
the unit and sound quality will be negatively affected.  
(United Kingdom only)  
BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC  
MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 4 BEFORE PROCEEDING  
TO STEP 5.  
5 Connect the AC mains lead.  
Insertion of connector  
Even when the connector is perfectly inserted, depending on  
the type of inlet used, the front part of the connector may jut  
out as shown in the drawing.  
However there is no problem using the unit.  
Connector  
Approx. 6 mm  
Appliance inlet  
For your reference  
Information you enter into the unit’s memory, except for time,  
remains intact for up to two weeks after the mains lead is  
disconnected.  
Note  
The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only. Do not use  
it with other equipment.  
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Connections  
External unit connections  
A
A
(R)  
(L)  
Tuner  
Turn off the power to all units before making connections.  
Refer to the manual of the other unit for details.  
(Cables and equipment not included.)  
OUT  
IN  
EXT/  
MD  
a
To listen to other equipment and make recordings  
Connect other equipment to the EXT/MD IN terminals to output  
sound through this unit's speakers or to record onto the cassette  
deck. Connect this unit to other equipment through the EXT/MD  
OUT terminals to record onto another recording device or output  
from this unit through the other unit.  
(R)  
(L)  
DIGITAL  
OPTICAL  
OUT  
(R)  
(L)  
CD player  
IN  
(L)  
OUT  
Connect DVD players to the EXT/MD IN terminal on the tuner.  
Bofruse  
(R)  
Stereo phono cable (not included)  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
MD deck, etc.  
DIGITAL  
OPTICAL  
IN  
(Recommended MD  
deck: SJ-HDA710)  
To make digital recordings (a):  
Remove the dust cap before use.  
Use an optical fiber cable to connect other digital recording  
equipment to DIGITAL OPTICAL OUT on the back of the CD player.  
This connection enables you to make digital recordings.  
B
Tuner  
FM outdoor antenna  
A
Optional antenna connections  
75 coaxial  
cable  
Use outdoor antennas if radio reception is poor.  
(not included)  
FM outdoor antenna  
B
(For Australia and N.Z.)  
30 mm  
A
Note  
Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.  
The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.  
AM outdoor antenna  
C
15 mm  
Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window or other  
convenient location.  
Note  
Leave the loop antenna connected.  
(For others)  
(United Kingdom  
only)  
Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use. Do not use  
the antenna during an electrical storm.  
A
Use the antenna  
plug adapter  
(included)  
C
AM outdoor antenna  
Tuner  
5-12 m  
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Front panel controls  
A
B
C
A
CD player  
q Disc tray  
w Disc tray open/close button (  
OPEN/CLOSE)..................16  
A
B
C
e CD TEXT button (CD TEXT) ...................................................16  
r Scroll button (SCROLL) .........................................................16  
t AI edit button (AI EDIT) ..........................................................21  
y Skip/search buttons (  
/
,
/
........................16  
)
1
2
u Stop button () ......................................................................16  
i Pause button ( )...................................................................16  
o Play button and indicator (u)................................................16  
The color of the indicator depends on the operation taking place.  
If stopped: orange  
OPEN/CLOSE  
If playing: green  
Bforuse  
CD TEXT  
SCROLL  
AI EDIT  
B
Cassette deck  
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
! Cassette holder  
! Cassette tray open/close button (  
OPEN/CLOSE) ..........14  
! Counter button (COUNTER)...................................................19  
! Dolby noise reduction button (DOLBY NR)..........................14  
! Counter reset button (RESET)...............................................14  
! Reverse mode select button (REV MODE) ...........................14  
! Tape Program Sensor button (TPS SKIP) ............................15  
10  
11  
! Fast forward/rewind buttons (  
[TPS]  
) ....................15  
! Record pause button and indicator (REC PAUSE) .........20  
! Playback buttons and indicators (v, u)..............................14  
The color of the indicator depends on the operation taking place.  
If stopped, fast forwarding or rewinding: orange  
If playing, recording, or carrying out TPS: green  
@ Stop button () ......................................................................14  
OPEN/CLOSE  
COUNTER  
RESET  
REC PAUSE  
DOLBY NR REV MODE  
TPS SKIP  
[
]
TPS  
C
Tuner  
@ Display panel  
12 13 14 15 16  
17 18 19 20  
The display also shows information for the cassette deck, CD  
player, and amplifier.  
@ Play timer/record timer button and indicator  
(
PLAY/  
REC) .....................................................22, 23, 24  
@ Clock/timer, demo button  
(CLOCK/TIMER, –DEMO)............................................10, 11, 22  
@ Set button (SET)......................................................................11  
@ Tuning/time adjust buttons  
(TUNE/TIME ADJUST , ) .............................................11,12  
@ Tuning mode button (TUNE MODE)......................................12  
21  
SC-HD510 for areas except Australia and N.Z.  
@ RDS button (RDS)...................................................................12  
@ Band select button (FM/AM) ..................................................12  
SC-HD310 SC-HD510 for Australia and N.Z.  
TUNE MODE  
RDS  
FM/AM  
PLAY/ REC CLOCK/TIMER  
SET  
TUNE/TIME ADJUST  
@ FM band select button (FM)...................................................12  
@ AM band select button (AM) ..................................................12  
DEMO  
22  
23 24  
25  
26 27 28  
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Front panel controls  
C
A
A
Amplifier  
@ Standby indicator  
When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this  
indicator lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit  
is turned on.  
A
29  
30 31 32 33  
34 35  
36  
# Standby/on switch ( /I) ........................................................11  
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.  
BLFS  
INPUT SELECTOR  
/
I
MODE  
VOLUME  
DVD DIRECT  
# ECO mode button (MODE).....................................................11  
# Headphone jack (PHONES)....................................................25  
# Volume control (VOLUME).....................................................12  
FINE TWEETER CONTROL  
PHONES  
SC-HD510 only  
Bofruse  
MIN  
MAX  
DOWN  
UP  
# Bass button (BLFS) ................................................................26  
# Input selector (INPUT SELECTOR  
) .................................25  
# Input selector (INPUT SELECTOR  
# Fine tweeter control (FINE TWEETER CONTROL)...............26  
, -DVD DIRECT)........25  
37  
SC-HD310 only  
B
# Bass button (BASS)................................................................26  
# Treble button (TREBLE).........................................................26  
# Input selector (INPUT SELECTOR) .......................................25  
38  
30  
45  
46  
SLEEP  
PLAY  
REC  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
>
10  
39  
40  
0
B
Remote control  
47  
48  
PROGRAM  
RANDOM  
CANCEL  
REPEAT  
Buttons # and # function in the same way as the controls on  
the main unit.  
41  
AUTO/  
MONO  
# Sleep timer button (SLEEP)...................................................24  
# Numbered buttons..................................................................13  
$ Program button (PROGRAM).................................................18  
$ Random button (RANDOM)....................................................17  
$ Input select buttons  
a
MD  
CD  
49  
50  
TAPE  
EXT/MD TUNER  
42  
43  
TUNE  
TUNE  
MUTING  
VOLUME  
(CD, TAPE, EXT/MD, TUNER)...............................12, 15, 17, 25  
$ Basic operating buttons  
44  
33  
Function changes according to the source.  
$ Muting button (MUTING) ........................................................26  
$ Play timer button (  
PLAY) .................................................22  
$ Record timer button (  
REC) ..............................................23  
B
a
$ Cancel button (CANCEL) .......................................................18  
$ Repeat button (REPEAT)........................................................17  
$ FM mode button (AUTO/MONO)............................................12  
% Tuning buttons (TUNE , TUNE ) .....................................12  
A
C
D
MD  
For areas except Australia and N.Z.  
MD deck operations (when connected to MD deck SJ-HDA710  
(sold separately)) a  
C
CLOCK/TIMER, –DEMO  
A Stop button ()  
B Pause button (  
)
C Play button (s)  
D Skip/search buttons (  
/
,
/
)
C
Turning the DEMO function off  
If the clock has not been set, a demonstration of the display is  
shown when the unit is off.  
This function is set to on at the time of purchase.  
CLOCK/TIMER  
– DEMO  
To get the most from ECO mode ( page 11), turn this function off.  
a
Press and hold [CLOCK/TIMER, –DEMO] until  
“NO DEMO” is displayed.  
Each time you press and hold the button:  
DEMO MODE (on)  
NO DEMO (off)  
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A
Setting the time  
1
This is a 24-hour clock.  
The example shows how to set the clock for Wednesday 16:25  
(4:25 pm).  
A
1 Press [ /I] to turn the unit on.  
q
2
Press [CLOCK/TIMER, –DEMO] to  
display “CLOCK.”  
Each time you press the button:  
CLOCK  
PLAY  
REC  
Original display  
w Within 7 seconds  
Press [SET].  
2 3, 4  
Bforuse  
/ I  
1
2
q
3
4
Press [TUNE/TIME ADJUST  
(or )] to set the day.  
Press [SET].  
w
q
Press [TUNE/TIME ADJUST  
(or )] to set the time.  
Press [SET].  
CLOCK/TIMER  
– DEMO  
1
2
w
The time is set and the original display is restored.  
Displaying the clock  
Press [CLOCK/TIMER, –DEMO].  
The clock is shown for about 5 seconds.  
SET  
1
2
TUNE/TIME ADJUST  
3
B
Saving power in standby mode  
When this mode is turned on, the clock is not displayed when the  
unit is in standby mode, thereby reducing standby mode power  
consumption from 9 W to 0.8 W. The standby indicator still lights.  
SET  
Note  
Turn DEMO off. ECO does not work when DEMO is on.  
Turning ECO on and off:  
1
2
TUNE/TIME ADJUST  
4
q Press [ /I] to turn the unit on.  
w Press [MODE].  
The current mode is displayed. Press again to change the mode.  
Each time you press the button:  
SET  
NORMAL (off)  
ECO (on)  
The mode can be switched to ECO when the unit is off but it can  
not be switched back to NORMAL.  
B
1
2
MODE  
/I  
11  
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The Radio: manual tuning  
/I  
Radio stations can be tuned manually by selecting the station’s  
frequency or they can be preset into channels to make it easy to  
4
tune with the remote control ( page 13).  
a
Preparation: Turn the unit on.  
SC-HD310 SC-HD510 for Australia and N.Z.  
1
SC-HD310 SC-HD510 for Australia and N.Z.  
1
Press [FM] or [AM] to select the band.  
SC-HD510 for others  
Press [FM/AM] to select the band.  
Each time you press the button:  
FM  
AM  
2 Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL.  
Each time you press the button:  
MANUAL PRESET  
RDS  
SC-HD510 for others  
1
3
2
3 Press [TUNE/TIME ADJUST (or )]  
SC-HD310 SC-HD510 for Australia and N.Z.  
to select the frequency of the required  
1
FM  
AM  
station.  
“TUNED” is displayed when a radio station is tuned.  
“STEREO” is displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is being  
received.  
Rdperations  
SC-HD510 for others  
FM/AM  
4 Adjust the volume.  
On the remote control  
1. Press [TUNER] to select the band.  
2. Press [TUNE ] or [TUNE ] to select the frequency.  
Auto tuning  
Press and hold [TUNE/TIME ADJUST (or )] for a moment until  
the frequency starts changing rapidly. The unit begins auto tuning,  
stopping when it finds a station.  
TUNE MODE  
2
3
RDS broadcasting  
SC-HD510 for areas except Australia and N.Z.  
TUNE/TIME ADJUST  
This unit can display the text data transmitted by the radio data  
system (RDS) available in some areas.  
Changing the display  
Press [RDS].  
TUNED STEREO  
Each time you press the button:  
PS display (the name of the station)  
VOLUME  
PTY display (the type of program)  
4
RT display (various kinds of information, such as call-in  
numbers, weather, and news.)  
Frequency display  
Note  
RDS displays may not be available if reception is poor.  
DOWN  
UP  
One touch play  
A
A
RANDOM  
REPEAT  
Remote control only  
When the unit is off, press [TUNER].  
The unit comes on and starts playing the radio with the volume fading in.  
AUTO/  
MONO  
AUTO/  
MONO  
MD  
CD  
TAPE  
EXT/MD TUNER  
TUNE  
TUNE  
If noise is excessive in FM  
A
MUTING  
TUNER  
Remote control only  
VOLUME  
Press [AUTO/MONO] to display “MONO”.  
Each time you press the button:  
AUTO  
MONO  
This mode improves sound quality if reception is weak for some  
reason but broadcasts are heard in monaural.  
Press [AUTO/MONO] again to cancel the mode.  
MONO is also canceled if the frequency is changed.  
Leave the tuner in AUTO for normal listening. Stereo and monaural  
broadcasts are automatically played as they are received.  
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The Radio: preset tuning  
Choose either automatic presetting, which presets all the stations  
the tuner can receive, or manual presetting, which allows you to  
select the stations to preset and the order they are to be preset in.  
There are 39 channels available for presetting.  
A
TUNE/TIME ADJUST , ∧  
Automatic presetting  
A
Do the following once each for FM and AM.  
Preparation: Tune to the frequency presetting is to begin at.  
(
a
page 12).  
Hold down [SET].  
Release the button when “AUTO MEMORY” appears.  
The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the channels in  
ascending order. FM stations are preset into channels 1 to 39, and  
AM stations are preset into channels 21 to 39.  
SET  
TUNE MODE  
“SET OK” is shown when presetting is complete and the last station  
to be preset is played.  
SET  
“ERROR” is displayed if the tuner doesn’t receive any stations. Do  
presetting manually if this happens (see below).  
Note  
Rdperations  
AM stations replace any FM channels that were preset in channels  
21 to 39.  
Preset channel  
Manual presetting  
PRESET TUNED  
Preset the stations one at a time.  
PRESET TUNED  
q Tune to the required station.  
w Press [SET].  
e Press [TUNE/TIME ADJUST (or )] to select a channel.  
r Press [SET].  
B
SLEEP  
PLAY  
REC  
The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is  
preset in that channel.  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
>
10  
2
1
0
Selecting channels  
B
PROGRAM  
RANDOM  
CANCEL  
REPEAT  
On the remote control  
AUTO/  
MONO  
1 Press [TUNER].  
MD  
CD  
TAPE  
EXT/MD TUNER  
The unit automatically comes on.  
TUNE  
TUNE  
MUTING  
2 Press the numbered buttons to select  
VOLUME  
the channel.  
For channels 1 to 9 press the corresponding number.  
For channels 10 or over press [10], then the two digits.  
e.g. To select channel 21 [10] [2] [1]  
TUNER  
1
2
On the main unit  
1. Press [TUNE MODE] to select “PRESET”.  
2. Press [TUNE/TIME ADJUST (or )] to select the channel.  
2
3
1
4
7
Preset channel  
>
10  
6
9
5
PRESET TUNED  
0
8
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Cassette tapes  
/I  
Preparation: Turn the unit on.  
5
1 Press [ OPEN/CLOSE], insert the  
cassette with the tape facing in.  
1
RESET  
Make sure the cassette is fully inserted and press  
[
OPEN/CLOSE] to close the deck.  
2 Press [DOLBY NR] to select Dolby NR  
on (“  
” appears) or off.  
NR  
3 Press [REV MODE] to select the  
reverse mode.  
Every time the button is pressed:  
: One side is played.  
: Both sides are played.  
: Both sides are played eight times each.  
2 3  
4
v
u
4 Press [ ] or [ ].  
OPEN/CLOSE  
Play begins and the indicator changes to green.  
u: to play the forward side (facing up).  
v: to play the reverse side (facing down).  
1
5 Adjust the volume.  
A
To stop the tape  
Press [].  
DOLBY NR  
Resetting the tape counter  
A
2
3
4
5
Press [RESET].  
Cdckperations  
NR  
NR  
NR  
Cassette tape selection and care  
REV MODE  
The unit can correctly play the following types. It identifies the type  
automatically.  
Normal position/TYPE 1  
High position/TYPE 2  
Metal position/TYPE 4  
Tapes exceeding 100 minutes are thin and can break or get  
caught in the mechanism.  
Tape slack can get caught up in the mechanism and should be  
taken up before the tape is played.  
Endless tapes can get caught up in the deck’s moving parts if  
used incorrectly. Use tapes appropriate to this unit’s auto-reverse  
mechanism.  
VOLUME  
Dolby noise reduction  
DOWN  
UP  
Dolby NR reduces “hissing” when playing tapes. It increases the  
high frequency region when recording and then reduces it in  
playback. Use the same system during playback and recording.  
This unit has Dolby B NR which reduces noise to a third.  
A
RESET  
Prerecorded cassettes and equipment marked “  
NR.  
” use Dolby B  
NR  
Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby  
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.  
“DOLBY” and the double-D symbol  
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.  
are trademarks of Dolby  
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Cassette tapes  
Fast-forwarding and rewinding  
A
Press [  
TPS] or [TPS  
] while the tape  
is stopped.  
rewind  
fast-forward  
A
B
Tape direction  
u
v
High-speed fast-forward/rewind  
This cassette deck is designed to roughly double fast-  
forward/rewind speed automatically.  
When you fast-forward from the beginning of the tape or rewind  
from the end of it, the tape runs at high speed.  
When approaching the end of the tape, the deck automatically  
drops to normal speed.  
[TPS]  
One touch play  
B
AUTO/  
MONO  
MD  
CD  
TAPE  
EXT/MD TUNER  
Remote control only  
TAPE  
TUNE  
TUNE  
When a cassette is loaded and the unit is off, press [TAPE].  
The unit comes on and starts play in the direction last selected with  
the volume fade in.  
MUTING  
VOLUME  
Tape program sensor (TPS)  
C
TPS finds the beginning of a track and starts play from there. You  
can skip up to nine tracks.  
C
1 Press [TPS SKIP] to select the  
number of tracks you want to skip.  
Cdckperations  
2 Press [  
TPS] or [TPS  
the direction.  
] to select  
backward  
forward  
Tape direction  
u
v
Pressing [  
TPS] or [TPS  
] during play takes you to  
1
2
the beginning of the current track or the next track,  
depending on tape direction.  
TPS SKIP  
To cancel  
Press [].  
1
2
Note  
Stop the tape before changing the TPS direction.  
TPS may not operate correctly in the following situations:  
[
]
TPS  
If the interval between tracks is less than 4 seconds.  
If there is noise between tracks.  
If there are silent parts within tracks.  
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CDs  
/I  
Normal play  
Preparation: Turn the unit on.  
3
1
1 Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] to open the  
tray.  
Set a CD label up on the tray.  
Press [  
OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray.  
The number of tracks and playing time is displayed if “CD” is  
selected as the source.  
u
2 Press [ ] to start play.  
2
3 Adjust the volume.  
Total playing  
time  
Total number  
of tracks  
To stop the disc  
Press [].  
OPEN/CLOSE  
1
To pause play  
Press [ ] during play. Press [ ] or [u] to resume play.  
Label must  
face upward.  
Skipping tracks  
Press [  
/
] (backward), or [  
/
] (forward).  
Searching through tracks  
During play  
Press and hold [  
/
] (backward), or [  
/
] (forward).  
“NO DISC” is displayed  
When the unit is in CD mode but a disc isn’t in the player.  
Elapsed play  
time  
Track number  
2
3
Note  
You cannot skip to tracks already played in random play.  
(
a
page 17).  
Skipping is done in the selected order in program play.  
page 18).  
You can search only within tracks in random and program play.  
VOLUME  
(
a
Cmdcperations  
CD text discs  
A
DOWN  
UP  
This unit reads and displays the information on these discs.  
A
To switch between the text display and the normal display:  
Press [CD TEXT].  
Scrolling the text  
Press [SCROLL].  
“SCROLL ON” is shown and the information scrolls across the  
display.  
Press [SCROLL] again to cancel.  
CD TEXT SCROLL  
Scroll does not work if the text is less than 12 letters.  
B
a
CD selection and care  
B
Choose discs with these marks: (a)  
b
c
Do not;  
use irregularly shaped CDs (b).  
attach extra labels and stickers.  
use CDs with labels and stickers that are coming off or with  
adhesive exuding from under labels and stickers (c).  
attach scratch-proof covers or any other kind of accessory.  
write anything on the CD.  
clean CDs with liquids (Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.).  
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CDs  
One touch play  
A
SLEEP  
PLAY  
REC  
Remote control only  
When a CD is loaded and the unit is off, press [CD].  
The unit comes on and starts play with the volume fading in.  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
>
10  
>
1-9, 0, 10  
0
PROGRAM  
RANDOM  
CANCEL  
REPEAT  
Other modes of play  
REPEAT  
RANDOM  
CD  
Remote control only  
AUTO/  
MONO  
MD  
CD  
TAPE  
EXT/MD TUNER  
Preparation:  
Press [CD] to put the unit in CD mode.  
TUNE  
TUNE  
s
MUTING  
VOLUME  
Direct access play:  
Starts normal play from a selected track  
B
Select the track with the numbered buttons.  
For tracks numbered 10 and over, press [10] then the two digits.  
Random play:  
Plays the tracks once each in random order  
CD  
A
B
C
Press [RANDOM].  
To cancel  
Press [RANDOM].  
“RANDOM” goes out.  
2
3
1
4
7
>
10  
6
5
Repeat play:  
Repeats all tracks or programmed tracks  
0
9
8
D
Press [REPEAT] before or during play.  
To cancel  
Cmdcperations  
Press [REPEAT].  
” goes out.  
Repeating selected tracks  
1. Program the track(s) ( step 1 and 2, page 18).  
RANDOM  
C
D
a
2. Press [REPEAT] to display “  
3. Press [s].  
”.  
RANDOM  
REPEAT  
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CDs  
Other modes of play  
SLEEP  
PLAY  
REC  
Program play:  
Select up to 24 tracks to play in the order you choose  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
>
10  
2
Remote control only  
0
CANCEL  
Preparation:  
Press [CD] to put the unit in CD mode.  
1
PROGRAM  
RANDOM  
CANCEL  
REPEAT  
1 Press [PROGRAM].  
AUTO/  
MONO  
MD  
CD  
TAPE  
EXT/MD TUNER  
2 Enter the track number with the  
TUNE  
TUNE  
3
MUTING  
numbered buttons.  
For tracks numbered 10 and over, press [10] then the two  
digits.  
VOLUME  
Repeat this step to program the tracks in the required order.  
s
3 Press [ ].  
All the tracks are played in the selected order.  
To cancel  
Press [PROGRAM].  
“CLEAR” is displayed and all the tracks are canceled. If a track was  
playing, play continues to the end of the CD.  
1
2
PROGRAM  
PRGM  
“FULL” is displayed  
If 24 tracks have been programmed. No more tracks can be  
programmed.  
Programmed  
track number  
2
1
3
6
9
--:--” is displayed  
Programmed  
order  
>
10  
If total playing time for the tracks is over 199 minutes and 59  
seconds or track numbered 25 or over was programmed. Tracks  
can still be programmed and played.  
5
4
7
0
8
PRGM  
To check the contents of the program  
Press [  
/
] or [  
/
] while stopped. The track numbers  
and program position are displayed in order each time you press  
the button.  
Cmdcperations  
PRGM  
To add to the end of the program  
Repeat step 2.  
Total playing time  
Canceling tracks (only while stopped)  
From the last track  
A particular track  
All tracks  
Press [CANCEL]. “CANCEL” is displayed.  
3
/
Select the track with [  
or  
]
/
[
] then press [CANCEL].  
Press []. Program play is also cleared.  
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Before recording  
Selection of tapes for recording  
The unit automatically identifies the type of tape.  
Normal position/TYPE 1  
High position/ TYPE 2  
Metal position/ TYPE 4  
A
B
To display the tape counter while recording  
A
Press [COUNTER].  
The counter is displayed for about five seconds.  
Erasure prevention  
B
COUNTER  
The illustration shows how to remove the tabs to prevent recording.  
To record on the tape again, cover as shown, being careful not to  
cover the high position discrimination hole.  
Side A  
Volume and sound quality  
Recordings are unaffected by changes to volume and sound  
quality.  
Tab for side “B”  
Normal tape  
Tab for side “A”  
To re-record  
C
Hi-position tape  
Preparatory steps  
Do these steps before each recording.  
Wind up the leader tape so recording can begin immediately  
(unnecessary if CD editing).  
Detection hole  
1 Press [ OPEN/CLOSE], insert the  
cassette with the tape facing in.  
C
Make sure the cassette is fully inserted and press  
2 3  
1
[
OPEN/CLOSE] to close the deck.  
2 Press [DOLBY NR] to select Dolby NR  
on (“  
” appears) or off.  
NR  
“Dolby noise reduction” page 14).  
(
a
3 Press [REV MODE] to select the  
Rcdgperations  
reverse mode.  
Each time you press the button:  
: One side only records.  
and  
: Both sides record (forward reverse).  
” automatically changes to “  
when [REC PAUSE] is pressed.  
OPEN/CLOSE  
1
Erasing recordings  
1. Press [INPUT SELECTOR] to select “TAPE”.  
2. Press [DOLBY NR] so that “  
3. Select the reverse mode.  
4. Press [REC PAUSE].  
5. Press [v] or [u].  
” goes off.  
NR  
DOLBY NR  
2
3
NR  
REV MODE  
NR  
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A
Recording the radio  
Preparation: Do the preparatory steps ( page 19).  
a
1 Tune to the required station.  
2
3
(
a
page 12 or 13)  
2 Press [REC PAUSE].  
The deck goes into the recording standby mode, [REC  
PAUSE] indicator lights and a play indicator starts flashing.  
v
u
3 Press [ ] or [ ] to start recording.  
u: to record on the forward side  
v: to record on the reverse side  
To stop recording  
Press [].  
To temporarily stop recording  
Press [REC PAUSE].  
The deck goes into recording standby mode.  
Press the [v] or [u] button with the flashing indicator to resume  
recording.  
A
Recording CDs  
B
Normal recording  
REC PAUSE  
2
Preparation: Do the preparatory steps ( page 19).  
a
1 Insert a CD.  
(
a
page 16)  
v
u
2 Press [ ] or [ ] then [] to set the  
3
tape direction.  
u: to record on the forward side  
v: to record on the reverse side  
3 Press [REC PAUSE].  
B
The deck goes into the recording standby mode, [REC  
PAUSE] indicator lights and the play indicator starts flashing.  
u
4 Press [ ] on the CD player.  
Rdcgperations  
2
Recording starts automatically.  
Four seconds after the CD finishes, the deck goes into the  
recording standby mode.  
To stop recording  
EITHER  
REC PAUSE  
3
4
Press [] on the CD player.  
The deck goes into the recording standby mode four seconds later.  
OR  
Press [] on the deck.  
Recording stops immediately but the CD continues to play.  
To record programmed tracks.  
Program tracks after step 1 ( step 1 and 2, page 18).  
a
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RQT5296  
Recording CDs  
A
One touch CD editing (AI EDIT)  
The unit calculates the length of the tape and decides which tracks  
go on which side of the cassette so tracks are not cut off midway.  
AI EDIT  
1 2  
Preparation: Do the preparatory steps ( page 19).  
a
Insert a CD.  
Press [AI EDIT].  
The unit makes the calculations and “AI EDIT TAPE” scrolls across  
the display. It takes a moment for recording to start.  
After the deck completes recording the CD  
It goes into recording standby mode. If there is space left on the  
tape, “LINK” and the remaining time on the tape flash on the  
display.  
If you have completed recording, press [] on the deck or the CD  
player.  
If you wish to continue recording with another CD, see “Linking”  
below.  
A
AI EDIT  
To stop editing  
Press [] on the deck or the CD player.  
“EDIT OUT” is displayed and both sections stop.  
When tracks are allotted to both sides  
When the tracks allotted to side A finish playing, the deck records to  
the end of the side to complete calculation.  
B
Editing programmed tracks  
OPEN/CLOSE  
1
Program the tracks ( step 1 and 2, page 18) and press [AI EDIT].  
a
Note  
Track numbered 25 or over cannot be recorded by one touch  
editing. Use normal recording ( page 20).  
a
2
Linking  
B
If “LINK” is flashing and you wish to continue recording from another  
CD, do the following.  
1 Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] and insert  
another CD.  
Press [  
OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray.  
Rcdgperations  
u
2 Press [ ] on the CD player.  
Recording begins again.  
You can continue linking tracks as long as there is space on the  
tape. If you load a CD that has no tracks short enough to fit in the  
remaining space, linking cannot be done.  
To cancel  
Press [] on the deck or the CD player.  
“EDIT OUT” scrolls across the display.  
Linking programmed tracks  
Program tracks after inserting the new CD ( step 1 and 2, page  
a
18).  
Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording pre-recorded  
tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material may  
infringe copyright laws.  
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Using the timers  
3
The play timer  
This timer starts play of the selected source at the selected time.  
The example shows settings for preset radio channel 3 to play  
between 6:30 and 7:40, Monday to Friday at –40 dB.  
PLAY/ REC  
Preparation: Turn the unit on, set the time ( page 11), preset  
a
radio stations if you want the timer to start playing the  
radio ( page 13).  
a
q
1
2
Press [CLOCK/TIMER, –DEMO] to  
select “ PLAY.”  
CLOCK  
PLAY  
REC  
Original display  
w
q
Press [SET] within 15 seconds.  
1
2
Press [TUNE/TIME ADJUST (or )]  
to select the condition required and  
CLOCK/TIMER  
1
2
1
2
w
press [SET].  
Repeat steps q and w to complete items q to t.  
– DEMO  
PLAY  
q Select the day.  
“SUN” ... “SAT” = One day of the week.  
“SUN TO SAT” = Everyday of the week.  
“MON TO SAT” = Everyday from Monday to  
Saturday.  
“MON TO FRI” = Everyday from Monday to  
Friday.  
SET  
“SAT, SUN” = Saturday and Sunday only.  
w Select the start time.  
e Select the finish time.  
r Select the source.  
q
w
e
r
1
PLAY  
PLAY  
PLAY  
PLAY  
PLAY  
PLAY  
TUNE/TIME ADJUST  
TUNER  
CD  
TAPE  
If you select TUNER  
Select a preset channel.  
2
t Select the volume.  
The timer is now on standby. The display shows each  
condition again for 3 seconds each then restores the original  
display.  
SET  
Confirm the indicator next to [  
PLAY” on the display.  
PLAY/  
REC] lights and  
3 Press [ /I] to turn the unit off.  
The timer starts at the set time with the volume increasing  
gradually to the set level.  
Tmperations  
t
/ I  
To cancel the timer  
Turn the unit on.  
3
On the remote control  
Press [  
On the main unit  
Press [ PLAY/  
Each time you press the button:  
PLAYRECPLAY  
PLAY] so “  
PLAY” goes out.  
REC] so “  
PLAY” goes out.  
RECoff (no display)  
The timer function will be canceled, but the settings stay in the  
memory.  
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Using the timers  
3
The record timer  
This timer records the radio at the set time.  
The example shows settings for recording preset channel 3 on  
Saturday from 18:30 to 19:30.  
PLAY/ REC  
Preparation: Turn the unit on, set the time ( page 11), preset  
a
radio stations ( page 13).  
a
q
1
2
Press [CLOCK/TIMER, –DEMO] to  
select “ REC”.  
CLOCK  
PLAY  
REC  
Original display  
w
q
Press [SET] within 15 seconds.  
1
2
Press [TUNE/TIME ADJUST (or )]  
to select the condition required and  
w
press [SET].  
CLOCK/TIMER  
1
2
1
2
Repeat steps q and w to complete items q to r.  
– DEMO  
q Select the day.  
REC  
“SUN” ... “SAT” = One day of the week.  
“SUN TO SAT” = Everyday of the week.  
SET  
w Select the start time.  
e Select the finish time.  
r Select the preset channel.  
The timer is now on standby. The display shows each  
condition again for 3 seconds each then restores the original  
display.  
Confirm the indicator next to [  
REC” on the display.  
PLAY/  
REC] lights and  
1
q
w
e
r
TUNE/TIME ADJUST  
REC  
REC  
REC  
REC  
3 Press [ /I] to turn the unit off.  
Recording starts 30 seconds before the set time with the  
volume muted during the set time.  
To cancel the timer  
Turn the unit on.  
On the remote control  
Press [  
On the main unit  
Press [ PLAY/  
Each time you press the button:  
PLAYRECPLAY  
2
SET  
REC] so “  
REC” goes out.  
REC] so “  
REC” goes out.  
RECoff (no display)  
REC  
Tmperations  
The timer function will be canceled, but the settings stay in the  
memory.  
/ I  
3
23  
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Using the timers  
A
The play and record timers  
Checking the timers  
Press [CLOCK/TIMER, –DEMO] to select “  
PLAY” (or “  
REC”)  
[
PLAY/  
REC] indicator  
The timer conditions are shown in the following order:  
A
Day start time finish time source (“  
The timers can be checked even if the unit is off.  
Playing the unit after the timers are set  
PLAY” only) volume  
The unit can be used after the timers are set. Make sure the unit is  
off before the set start time.  
Note  
If the unit is turned off while a timer is functioning, the finish time  
CLOCK/TIMER, –DEMO  
setting will not be activated.  
The timers (either one or both) are set when the [  
REC] indicator is on.  
PLAY/  
CLOCK/TIMER  
– DEMO  
B
The sleep timer  
Remote control only  
This timer turns the unit off after a set time.  
While playing a source  
Press [SLEEP] to select the time (minutes).  
Each time you press the button:  
SLEEP 30 SLEEP 60  
B
SLEEP 90  
SLEEP 120  
SLEEP  
PLAY  
REC  
SLEEP  
SLEEP OFF  
To cancel the sleep timer  
Press [SLEEP] to select “SLEEP OFF.”  
“SLEEP” goes out.  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
>
10  
0
PROGRAM  
RANDOM  
CANCEL  
REPEAT  
To confirm the remaining time  
(While the timer is functioning)  
Press [SLEEP].  
AUTO/  
MONO  
MD  
CD  
The remaining time is shown for about five seconds.  
TAPE  
EXT/MD TUNER  
To change the setting  
Press [SLEEP] to display the remaining time, then press again to  
select the required time.  
SLEEP  
Note  
SLEEP  
The sleep timer is canceled if one touch editing is started.  
Tmperations  
Using the timers together  
Any of the timers can be used together, but ensure the unit is off  
before the start time for the record and play timers.  
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RQT5296  
Using other equipment  
REC PAUSE  
A
Listening to an external source  
1 Press [INPUT SELECTOR] to select  
v, u  
DOLBY NR, REV MODE  
EXT/MD mode.  
SC-HD310  
1
Each time you press [INPUT SELECTOR]:  
TUNER  
CD  
TAPE  
EXT/MD  
On the remote control  
Press [EXT/MD].  
2 Operate the unit.  
See the unit’s manual for details on operation and connection  
page 8).  
(
a
INPUT SELECTOR,  
–DVD DIRECT  
SC-HD510  
Enjoying sound from a DVD player  
B
1
SC-HD510 only  
A
Select the DVD mode to enjoy high quality from a DVD player  
connected to the EXT/MD IN terminals.  
SC-HD510  
SC-HD310  
INPUT  
SELECTOR  
INPUT SELECTOR  
1
Press and hold [INPUT SELECTOR  
,
-DVD DIRECT] until “DVD” is displayed.  
VD DIRECT  
To cancel  
Press [INPUT SELECTOR] to select another source.  
Note  
The DVD mode is designed specifically for use with DVD player.  
The volume level will change if you select this mode while  
equipment other than a DVD player is connected.  
B
C
INPUT SELECTOR  
Recording an external source  
q Press [INPUT SELECTOR] to select EXT/MD  
– DVD DIRECT  
mode.  
w Select Dolby NR and reverse mode.  
e Press [REC PAUSE].  
r Press [v] or [u] to start recording.  
t
Start the source to be recorded.  
See the unit’s manual for details on operation and connection.  
To stop recording  
Press [] on the deck.  
Recording onto an external unit  
Rfrnce  
Start recording on the external unit and start playing the source to  
be recorded.  
C
Using headphones (not included)  
Reduce the volume before connection.  
Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing  
damage.  
Plug type: 3.5 mm stereo.  
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Convenient functions  
A
Adjusting the treble range  
SC-HD510 only  
Fine adjustments to the treble range can be made due to separation  
of the tweeter and woofer.  
FINE TWEETER  
CONTROL  
BLFS  
SC-HD510  
Turn [FINE TWEETER CONTROL].  
Turn towards MAX to emphasize the treble or towards MIN to  
lessen the effect.  
Note  
The effect is not noticeable through headphones.  
B
Adjusting the bass-BLFS  
SC-HD510 only  
Use this feature to emphasize the bass (HIGH or LOW), or weaken  
it (LIGHT).  
FINE TWEETER CONTROL  
A
B
C
Press [BLFS].  
Each time you press the button:  
BLFS HIGH  
BLFS LOW  
FLAT  
BLFS LIGHT  
MIN  
MAX  
BLFS  
To cancel  
Press [BLFS] to select “FLAT.”  
BLFS  
C
To adjust the tone quality  
SC-HD310 only  
BASS  
TREBLE  
SC-HD310  
The level can be adjusted between -3 to +3.  
Press [BASS] (low-frequency sound) or  
[TREBLE] (high-frequency sound).  
Each time you press the button;  
+1  
+2  
+3  
-3  
-2  
-1  
0
To cancel  
Press [BASS] or [TREBLE] to select “BASS 0” or “TREBLE 0”.  
(“FLAT” will light.)  
BASS  
D
Muting the volume  
Remote control only  
Press [MUTING].  
Volume is reduced to minimum.  
TREBLE  
To cancel  
Press [MUTING] again. (“MUTING OFF” lights up.)  
To cancel from the unit, turn [VOLUME] to minimum (- - dB), then  
raise it to the required level.  
Muting is also canceled when the unit is turned off.  
Rrfnce  
MONO  
EXT/MD TUNER  
TUNE  
MD  
D
CD  
TAPE  
Maintenance  
MUTING  
TUNE  
MUTING  
VOLUME  
If the surfaces are dirty  
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.  
If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth dipped in a soap-  
and-water solution or a weak detergent solution.  
Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.  
Before using chemically impregnated cloth, read the instructions  
that came with the cloth carefully.  
MUTING  
For a cleaner crisper sound  
Clean the heads regularly to assure good quality playback and  
recording. Use a cleaning tape (not included).  
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RQT5296  
Troubleshooting guide  
Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you can’t fix the system as described below, or if something not listed here occurs, refer to  
the enclosed directory to locate an Authorized Service Center convenient to you or contact your dealer.  
Reference pages are shown as black circled numbers y.  
Common Problems  
No sound.  
Turn the volume up.  
The speaker cords may be shorted. Turn the unit off, check and correct the connections and turn the  
unit on. y  
Sounds unfixed, reversed or  
come from one speaker only  
Check the speaker connections. y  
Humming heard during play  
An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the cables. Keep other appliances and leads away from  
this unit’s cables.  
If possible in your area, turn the AC mains lead’s plug or connector over to reverse the lead’s  
polarity.  
“ERROR” is displayed.  
“U70” is displayed  
“F61” is displayed.  
Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.  
Connect the flat cables firmly. If “U70” remains on the display, contact the dealer.  
There is a problem with the amplifier. Consult your dealer.  
Turn DEMO off. !  
ECO mode on but display still  
lights up in standby mode.  
Listening to the radio  
Noise is heard.  
Use an outdoor antenna. i  
The stereo indicator flickers or  
doesn’t light.  
Sound is distorted.  
A beat sound is heard.  
Turn the TV off or separate it from the unit.  
A low hum is heard during AM Separate the antenna from other cables and leads.  
broadcasts.  
The correct AM frequency can’t Change the frequency step. Hold [FM/AM] or [AM] down for 10 seconds to change the step to 9 kHz.  
be tuned in.  
The cassette deck  
Poor quality sound.  
Recording is not possible.  
The CD player  
Clean the heads. @  
Check the Dolby NR setting. !  
If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape. !  
The display is wrong or play  
won’t start.  
The disc may be upside down. !  
Wipe the disc.  
Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or nonstandard. !  
Condensation may have formed in the player due to a sudden change in temperature. Wait about an  
hour for it to clear and try again.  
During “One touch” editing ( Page 21)  
a
“NO TAPE” is displayed.  
Load a cassette. !  
“CHANGE TAPE” is displayed.  
If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape. !  
Rfrnce  
The remote control  
The remote control doesn’t work.  
Check the batteries are inserted correctly. t  
Replace the batteries if they are worn.  
All components are required to service the system. If service is ever necessary, bring the entire system.  
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RQT5296  
Technical specifications (DIN 45 500)  
TUNER  
SC-HD310  
SC-HD510  
SPEAKER SYSTEM  
Type 2 way, 2 speaker, bass-reflex system  
Speaker(s)  
AMPLIFIER  
Pre-amplifier section  
Input sensitivity/impedance  
EXT/MD IN  
Output level/impedance  
EXT/MD OUT  
Amplifier section  
Power output  
300 mV/15 kΩ  
DIN 1 kHz, THD 1%, 6 both  
channel driven  
RMS 1 kHz, THD 10%, 6 both  
channel driven  
Total harmonic distortion  
Half power, 1 kHz, 6 Ω  
Frequency response  
50 Hz–20 kHz (+1 dB, –3 dB)  
75 dB  
Load impedance  
Headphones  
Jack type  
Load impedance  
General  
Power supply  
For United Kingdom  
Woofer:  
Tweeter:  
Impedance  
Input power  
High  
12 cm cone type  
6 cm semi-dome type  
6 Ω  
2×17 W  
2×20 W  
0.09 %  
250 mV/1.5 kΩ  
Tuner section  
FM frequency range  
87.50–108.00 MHz  
(0.05 MHz step)  
75 unbalance  
30 W (Music), 15 W (DIN)  
60 W (Music), 30 W (DIN)  
LOW  
FM antenna terminal  
AM frequency range  
Output sound pressure level  
85 dB/W (1.0 m)  
Cross over frequency 5 kHz  
522–1629 kHz (9 kHz step)  
520–1630 kHz (10 kHz step)  
S/N  
6 Ω  
Frequency range  
43 Hz–50 kHz (–16 dB)  
50 Hz–45 kHz (–10 dB)  
Timer section  
Clock  
Function  
Quartz lock type  
Play timer: 1 time or everyday  
Rec timer: 1 time or everyday  
3.5 mm STEREO  
General  
Dimensions (W×H×D)  
For Australia and N.Z.  
16–32 Ω  
Sleep timer: 120 min, 30 min intervals  
GENERAL  
Dimensions (W×H×D)  
155×334×240 mm  
For others  
Weight  
155×334×252 mm  
AC 230–240 V, 50 Hz  
AC 230 V, 50 Hz  
67 W  
196×76.8×250 mm  
For others  
Power consumption  
STANDBY condition  
Normal  
For Australia and N.Z.  
For others  
3.1 kg  
3.5 kg  
Weight  
1.0 kg  
SC-HD510  
AMPLIFIER  
9 W  
Amplifier section  
(Low frequency side)  
Power output  
DIN 1 kHz, THD 1%, 6 both  
channel driven  
RMS 1 kHz, THD 10%, 6 both  
channel driven  
Total harmonic distortion  
Half power, 1 kHz, 6 Ω  
S/N  
SC-HD310  
Eco  
0.8 W  
SPEAKER SYSTEM  
Dimensions (W×H×D)  
196×105.8×259.9 mm  
Weight  
Type 2 way, 2 speaker, bass-reflex system  
Speaker(s)  
Woofer:  
Tweeter:  
Impedance  
Input power  
2.8 kg  
12 cm cone type  
6 cm cone type  
2×12 W  
CD PLAYER  
6 Ω  
2×15 W  
Digital output terminal  
Audio section  
DA converter  
Format  
Sampling frequency  
Pickup  
Wavelength  
General  
Dimensions (W×H×D)  
Optical×1  
1 bit 2 DAC MASH  
44.1 kHz  
60 W (Music), 30 W (DIN)  
Output sound pressure level  
85 dB/W (1.0 m)  
6 kHz  
0.09%  
75 dB  
6 Ω  
Cross over frequency  
Frequency range  
Load impedance  
45 Hz–25 kHz (–16 dB)  
55 Hz–22 kHz (–10 dB)  
Amplifier section  
(High frequency side)  
Power output  
DIN 10 kHz, THD 1%, 6 both  
channel driven  
RMS 10 kHz, THD 10%, 6 both  
channel driven  
S/N  
Load impedance  
Headphones  
Jack type  
Load impedance  
General  
780 nm  
General  
Dimensions (W×H×D)  
160×319×217 mm  
2×5 W  
196×76.8×243.1 mm  
Weight  
3.0 kg  
Weight  
1.2 kg  
2×8 W  
75 dB  
6 Ω  
Notes:  
1. Specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
Weight and dimensions are approximate.  
2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by  
the digital spectrum analyzer.  
CASSETTE DECK  
Audio section  
Track system  
Frequency response (Dolby NR off)  
(Rec/Play)  
TYPE 1 (NORMAL) 30 Hz–16 kHz (DIN)  
TYPE 2 (HIGH)  
TYPE 4 (METAL)  
S/N (Signal level=max recording level,  
TYPE 2)  
NR off  
Dolby B NR  
Motor  
Capstan drive  
Reel table drive  
4 track 2 channel STEREO  
3.5 mm STEREO  
16–32 Ω  
Power supply  
For United Kingdom, Australia and N.Z.  
30 Hz–16 kHz (DIN)  
30 Hz–16 kHz (DIN)  
AC 230–240 V, 50 Hz  
For others  
AC 230 V, 50 Hz  
73 W  
Power consumption  
STANDBY condition  
Normal  
56 dB (A weighted)  
64 dB (A weighted)  
9 W  
0.8 W  
Eco  
DC servo motor  
DC motor  
Dimensions (W×H×D)  
196×105.8×259.9 mm  
Fast forward and rewind time (C-60)  
Approx. 52 seconds  
0.1% (WRMS)  
Weight  
3.3 kg  
Wow and flutter  
General  
Dimensions (W×H×D)  
196×105.8×236.1 mm  
Weight  
1.5 kg  
En  
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.  
Osaka 542-8588, Japan  
RQT5296-B  
H1299YY0(D)  

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