Philips AZ 2020 User Manual
CD Radio Cassette Recorder AZ 2025 AZ 2020 S H U F F L E REPEAT S E A R C H S E A R C H S T O P VOLUME S H U F F L E REPEAT S E A R C H S E A R C H S T O P VOLUME D i g i t a l R e m o t e C o n t r o l D ig i ta l R e m o te C o n tr o l
3 B A T T L O W 23 5 4 6 1 7 8 % # @ ! 0 9 ^ & $ S H U F F L E R E P E A T T U N IN G P R E S E T S E A R C H S E A R C H S T O P V O L U M E D i g i t a l R e m o t e C o n t r o l * ( 6 9 4 2 1 8 5 7 3 ) (for AZ 2025 model only)
CONTROLS 4 TOP AND FRONT P ANELS 1 p - 3.5 mm stereo headphone socket Note: Connecting headphones will switch off the speakers. 2 DIGIT AL DYNAMIC BASS BOOST - selects a more vivid bass response 3 UL TRA HIGH CLARITY - adjusts the treble tones 4 INCREDIBLE SURROUND - creates a super -enhanced stereo effect 5 VOLUME - to adjust volume level 6 POWER slider - selects the sound source for CD/ TUNER / T APE and also the POWER OFF switch 7 OPENâ¢CLOSE - opens/ closes the CD door 8 CASSETTE RECORDER keys RECORD 0 - starts recording PLA Y 1 - starts playback SEARCH 5 / 6 - fast winds/rewinds the tape STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ - stops the tape; - opens the cassette compartment P AUSE ; - pauses recording or playback 9 BA TT LOW - indicates when battery power is running low 0 PROGRAM - CD: programmes tracks and reviews the programme; T uner: programmes preset radio stations ! PLA Y P AUSE 2; - starts or pauses CD playback @ STOP 9 - stops CD playback; erases a CD programme # PRESET 4 , 3 - selects a preset tuner station (down, up) $ CD MODE - selects different play modes: REPEA T or SHUFFLE (random) order % SEARCH â / ç T uner: - (down, up) tunes to radio stations; CD: - searches back and forward within a track; - skips to the beginning of a current track/ previous/ later track ^ REMOTE SENSOR (for AZ 2025 model only)- infrared sensor for remote control & BAND - selects waveband BACK P ANEL * T elescopic aerial - improves FM reception ( AC MAINS - inlet for mains lead ) Battery compartment - for eight batteries, type R-20 , UM-1 or D-cells REMOTE CONTROL (f or A Z 2025 model only) 1 VOLUME 3 , 4 â adjusts volume level 2 PRESET 3 , 4 (up, down) â selects a preset radio station 3 TUNING â , ç (down, up) â tunes to radio stations 4 SHUFFLE â to play CD tracks in random order 5 REPEA T â repeats a track/ CD programme/ entire CD 6 2; â starts and pauses CD playback/ interrupts CD playback 7 á , ⢠â skips to the beginning of a current track/ previous/ later track 8 STOP 9 â stops CD playback or erases a CD programme 9 SEARCH 5 , 6 â searches backwards or forwards within a track/CD English
POWER SUPPL Y 5 Whenever convenient, use the mains supply if you want to conserve battery life. Make sure you remove the mains plug from the set and wall socket before inserting batteries. BA TTERIES (NOT INCLUDED) 1. Open the battery compartment and insert 8 batteries, type R-20 , UM-1 or D-cells , (preferably alkaline) with the correct polarity as indicated by the " " and " â " symbols inside the compartment. Remote control (supplied f or A Z 2025 model only) Open the battery compartment and insert two batteries, type AAA , R03 or UM4 (preferably alkaline). 2. Replace the compartment door , making sure the batteries are firmly and correctly in place. The set is now ready to operate. â If BA TT LOW lights up, battery power is running low . â The BA TT LOW indicator eventually goes out if the batteries are too weak. Incorrect use of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and will corrode the compartment or cause the batteries to burst. Therefore: ⢠Do not mix battery types: e.g. alkaline with carbon zinc. Only use batteries of the same type for the set. ⢠When inserting new batteries, do not try to mix old batteries with the new ones. ⢠Remove the batteries if the set is not to be used for a long time. ⢠Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed of properly . Using AC POWER 1. Check if the mains supply , as shown on the type plate located on the bottom of the set, corresponds to your local mains supply . If it does not, consult your dealer or service centre. 2. If your set is equipped with a voltage selector , adjust the selector so that it matches with the local mains. 3. Connect the mains lead to the wall socket and the set is now ready for use. 4. T o disconnect the set from the mains supply completely , remove the mains plug from the wall socket. AZ 2025/00 page 5 8 x R20 ⢠UM-1 ⢠D-CELLS MAINS ~ English
BASIC FUNCTIONS 6 Switching on and off ⢠Adjust the POWER slider to the desired sound source: CD , TUNER or T APE . ⢠The set is switched off when the POWER slider is in the T APE/OFF position and the keys on the tape deck are released. ⢠The volume, tone, sound settings and tuner presets will be retained in the set's memory . ⢠When switching off, may show briefly in the display if you have been using the CD or tuner function. PHILIPS demo mode 1. On the set, press the CD STOP 9 button for 5 seconds. ⢠PH..IL ..IPS and demo mode messages scroll across the display continuously . 2. T o return to the current display you can either: ⢠press any function button on the front panel. This interrupts the demo mode for 30 seconds; ⢠press the CD STOP 9 button for 5 seconds. PH..IL ..IPS scrolls across the display once before the demo mode is cancelled. Adjusting volume and sound 1. T urn the VOLUME control clockwise to increase or anti- clockwise to decrease volume on the set. For AZ 2025 model only: Press VOLUME 3 or 4 on the remote control. ⢠Display shows the volume level V oL and a number from 0-32. 2. Press DIGIT AL DYNAMIC BASS BOOST once or more to switch on or off. ⢠If on, indicator 1 lights up. Press again if you want extra bass and indicator 2 lights up. 3. T o adjust the treble tone level, press UL TRA HIGH CLARITY once or more to switch on or off. ⢠If on, the indicator lights up. 4. Press INCREDIBLE SURROUND once or more to switch the surround sound effect on or off. ⢠If on, the indicator lights up. Note: The effect of INCREDIBLE SURROUND may vary with different types of music. AZ 2025 /00 page 6 BA TT LO W English
DIGIT AL TUNER 7 GENERAL INFORMA TION General maintenance ⢠Do not expose the set, batteries, CDs or cassettes to humidity , rain, sand or excessive heat caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight. ⢠T o clean the set, use a soft, slightly dampened chamois leather . Do not use any cleaning agents containing alcohol, ammonia, benzene or abrasives as these may harm the housing. Safety information ⢠Place the set on a hard and flat surface so that the system does not tilt. Make sure there is adequate ventilation to prevent the system from overheating. ⢠The mechanical parts of the set contain self-lubricating bearings and must not be oiled or lubricated. TUNING TO RADIO ST A TIONS 1. Select TUNER source. ⢠is displayed briefly and then the radio station frequency is shown. 2. Press BAND once or more to select your waveband. 3. Press SEARCH â or ç (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control, TUNING â or ç ) and release when the frequency in the display starts running. ⢠The tuner automatically tunes to a station of sufficient reception. Display shows during automatic tuning. ⢠If a FM station is received in stereo, STEREO is shown. 4. Repeat step 3 if necessary until you find the desired station. ⢠T o tune to a weak station, press SEARCH â or ç briefly and repeatedly until you have found optimal reception. T o improve radio reception â For FM , pull out the telescopic aerial. Incline and turn the aerial. Reduce its length if the signal is too strong (very close to a transmitter). â For MW (L W) , the set is provided with a built-in aerial so the telescopic aerial is not needed. Direct the aerial by turning the whole set. AZ 2025/00 page 7 BA TT O W English
DIGIT AL TUNER CD PLA YER 8 Programming radio stations Y ou can store up to a total of 30 radio stations in the memory . 1. T une to your desired station (see T uning to radio stations ). 2. Press PROGRAM to activate programming. â Display: PROGRAM flashes. 3. Press PRESET 4 or 3 once or more to allocate a number from 1 to 30 to this station. 4. Press PROGRAM again to confirm the setting. â Display: PROGRAM disappears, the preset number and the frequency of the preset station are shown. 5. Repeat the above four steps to store other stations. ⢠Y ou can overwrite a preset station by storing another frequency in its place. T uning to preset stations Press PRESET 4 or 3 until the desired preset station is displayed. PLA YING A CD This CD player plays Audio Discs including CD-Recordables and CD-Rewritables. 1. Select CD source. ⢠is displayed briefly . 2. Press OPENâ¢CLOSE to open the CD compartment. ⢠Display: when you open the CD compartment. 3. Insert a CD with the printed side facing up and press OPENâ¢CLOSE to close the CD compartment. ⢠Display: the CD player scans the contents of a CD, and then the total number of tracks and playing time are shown. Display: is shown if you have inserted a non-finalized CD-R(W). 4. Press PLA Yâ¢P AUSE 2; (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control 2; ) to start playback. ⢠Display: Current track number and elapsed playing time of the track during CD playback. 5. T o pause playback press PLA Yâ¢P AUSE 2; . Press PLA Yâ¢P AUSE 2; again to resume play . ⢠Display: the elapsed playing time flashes when playback is on pause. 6. T o stop CD playback, press STOP 9 . Note: CD play will also stop when: â the CD door is opened; â the CD has reached the end (unless you have selected REPEA T or REPEA T ALL); â you select another source: T APE / TUNER. AZ 2025 /00 page 8 BA TT LO W B AT T LO W English
CD PLA YER 9 Selecting a different track ⢠Press SEARCH â or ç on the set, (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control á or ⢠) once or repeatedly until the desired track number appears in the display . ⢠If you have selected a track number shortly after loading a CD or in the P AUSE position, you will need to press PLA Yâ¢P AUSE 2; (on the remote control 2; ) to start playback. Finding a passage within a track 1. Press and hold down SEARCH â or ç (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control 5 or 6 ). ⢠The CD is played at high speed and low volume. 2. When you recognize the passage you want, release SEARCH â or ç . â Normal playback continues. Note: During a CD programme or if SHUFFLE/ REPEA T is active, searching is only possible within a track. Different play modes: SHUFFLE and REPEA T Y ou can select and change the various play modes before or during playback. The play modes can also be combined with PROGRAM. SHUFFLE - tracks of the entire CD/ programme are played in random order SHUFFLE and REPEA T ALL - to repeat the entire CD/ programme continuously in random order REPEA T ALL - to repeat the entire CD/ programme REPEA T - to play the current track continuously 1. T o select your play mode, press CD MODE on the set (or for AZ 2025 model only: press SHUFFLE or REPEA T on the remote control) before or during playback until the display shows the desired function. 2. Press PLA Yâ¢P AUSE 2; to start playback if in the STOP position. 3. T o return to normal playback, press the respective SHUFFLE or REPEA T button until the various SHUFFLE/ REPEA T modes are no longer displayed. â Y ou can also press STOP 9 to cancel your play mode. Note: In SHUFFLE mode, the display shows rapid patterns e.g. , when the CD player selects a random track number . AZ 2025/00 page 9 BA TT LO W B A T T LO W English
Programming track numbers In the STOP position, select and store your CD tracks in the desired sequence. If you like, store any track more than once. Up to 20 tracks can be stored in the memory . 1. Use the SEARCH â or ç on the set, (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control á or ⢠) to select your desired track number . 2. Press PROGRAM . ⢠Display: PROGRAM and the selected track number P ro g appears briefly . ⢠If you attempt to programme without first selecting a track number , no SEL or no P ro g scrolls across the display . 3. Repeat steps 1-2 to select and store all desired tracks. ⢠FULL is displayed if you attempt to programme more than 20 tracks. 4. T o start playback of your CD programme, press PLA Yâ¢P AUSE 2; (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control 2; ). Reviewing the programme In the STOP position or during playback, press and hold down PROGRAM for a while until the display shows all your stored track numbers in sequence. Erasing a programme Y ou can erase the programme by: â pressing STOP 9 once in the STOP position or twice during playback. ⢠no P ro g scrolls across the display briefly and PROGRAM disappears. â you select another source: T APE / TUNER. CD PLA YER 10 AZ 2025 /00 page 10 B AT T LO W BA TT LO W English
CD PLA YER CASSETTE RECORDER 11 CD player and CD handling ⢠If the CD player cannot read CDs correctly , use a commonly available cleaning CD to clean the lens before taking the set to repair . Other cleaning methods may destroy the lens. ⢠The lens of the CD player should never be touched! ⢠Sudden changes in the surrounding temperature can cause condensation to cloud over on the lens of your CD player . Playing a CD is then not possible. Do not attempt to clean the lens but leave the set in a warm environment until the moisture evaporates. ⢠Always keep the CD compartment closed to avoid dust on the lens. ⢠T o take a CD out of its box, press the centre spindle while lifting the CD. Always pick up the CD by the edge and return the CD to its box after use to avoid scratching and dust. ⢠T o clean the CD, wipe in a straight line from the centre towards the edge using a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use cleaning agents as they may damage the disc. ⢠Never write on a CD or attach any stickers to it. CASSETTE PLA YBACK 1. Select T APE source. ⢠The display shows tAPE throughout tape operation. 2. Press STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ to open the cassette door . 3. Insert a recorded cassette and close the cassette door . 4. Press PLA Y 1 to start playback. 5. T o interrupt playback, press P AUSE ; . T o resume, press this key again. 6. By pressing SEARCH 5 or 6 on the set, fast winding of the tape is possible in both directions. 7. T o stop the tape, press STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ . â The keys are automatically released at the end of the tape and the tAPE indication goes out, except if P AUSE ; has been activated. AZ 2025/00 page 11 B A TT LO W X English
RECORDING 12 GENERAL INFORMA TION ON RECORDING ⢠Recording is permissible insofar as copyright or other rights of third parties are not infringed. ⢠This deck is not suitable for recording on CHROME (IEC II ) or MET AL (IEC IV ) type cassettes. For recording, use NORMAL type cassettes (IEC I) on which the tabs have not yet been broken. ⢠The best recording level is set automatically . Altering the VOLUME , INCREDIBLE SURROUND , DIGIT AL DYNAMIC BASS BOOST or UL TRA HIGH CLARITY controls will not affect the recording in progress. ⢠At the very beginning and end of the tape, no recording will take place during the 7 seconds when the leader tape passes the recorder heads. ⢠T o protect a tape from accidental erasure, have the tape in front of you and break out the left tab. Recording on this side is no longer possible. If, however , you wish to record over this side again, cover the tabs with a piece of adhesive tape. SYNCHRO ST ART CD RECORDING 1. Select CD source. 2. Insert a CD and if desired, programme track numbers. 3. Press STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ to open the cassette door . 4. Insert a suitable cassette into the cassette deck and close the cassette door . 5. Press RECORD 0 to start recording. â Playing of the CD programme starts automatically from the beginning of the programme. It is not necessary to start the CD player separately . T o select and record a particular passage within a track ⢠Press and hold down SEARCH â or ç (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control á or ⢠). ⢠When you recognize the passage you want, release SEARCH â or ç . ⢠T o pause CD playback press PLA Y/P AUSE 2; (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control 2; ). â Recording will begin from this exact point in the track when you press RECORD 0 . 6. For brief interruptions press P AUSE ; . T o resume recording, press P AUSE ; again. 7. T o stop recording, press STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ . AZ 2025 /00 page 12 BA TT LO W BA TT LO W English
13 AZ 2025/00 page 13 RECORDING MAINTENANCE Recording from the radio 1. T une to the desired radio station (See TUNING TO RADIO ST A TIONS ). 2. Press STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ to open the cassette door . 3. Insert a suitable cassette into the cassette deck and close the cassette door . 4. Press RECORD 0 to start recording. 5. For brief interruptions, press P AUSE ; . T o resume recording, press P AUSE ; again. 6. T o stop recording, press STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ . MAINTENANCE T ape deck maintenance T o ensure quality recording and playback of the tape deck, clean parts A ,B and C shown in the diagram below , after approx. 50 hours of operation, or on average once a month. Use a cotton bud slightly moistened with alcohol or a special head cleaning fluid to clean the deck. 1. Open the cassette door by pressing STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ . 2. Press PLA Y 1 and clean the rubber pressure roller C . 3. Press P AUSE ; and clean the magnetic heads A and also the capstan B . 4. After cleaning, press STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ . Note: Cleaning of the heads can also be done by playing a cleaning cassette through once. Environmental information All unnecessary packaging material has been omitted. We have tried to make the packaging easy to separate into three mono-materials: cardboard (box), expandable polystyrene (buffer), polyethylene (bags, protective foam). Y our set consists of materials which can be recycled if disassembled by a specialized company . Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packing materials, exhausted batteries and old equipment. B A TT LO W A A B C English
14 English AZ 2025 /00 page 14 TROUBLESHOOTING If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair . If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre. W ARNING: Do not open the set as there is a risk of electric shock. Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this would invalidate the guarantee. PROBLEM â POSSIBLE CAUSE ⢠REMEDY No sound/power â VOLUME not adjusted ⢠Adjust the VOLUME â Headphones connected ⢠Disconnect headphones â Mains lead not securely connected ⢠Connect the AC mains lead properly â Batteries exhausted/ incorrectly inserted ⢠Insert (fresh) batteries correctly Severe radio hum or noise â Electrical interference: set too close to TV , VCR or computer ⢠Increase the distance Poor radio reception â Weak radio signal ⢠FM: Direct the FM telescopic aerial for optimum reception ⢠MW/L W: T urn the set for optimum reception indication â No CD inserted ⢠Insert a CD â CD badly scratched or dirty ⢠Replace/ clean CD, see Maintenance â Laser lens steamed up, ⢠Wait until lens has cleared indication â CD-R(W) is blank or the disc is not finalised ⢠Use a finalised CD-R(W) â CD badly scratched or dirty ⢠Replace/ clean CD, see Maintenance The CD skips tracks â CD is damaged or dirty ⢠Replace or clean the CD â SHUFFLE or PROGRAM is active ⢠Switch off SHUFFLE / PROGRAM Poor cassette sound quality â Dust and dirt on the heads, etc. ⢠Clean deck parts etc., see maintenance â Use of incompatible cassette types (MET AL or CHROME). ⢠Only use NORMAL (IEC I ) for recording. Recording does not work â Cassette tab(s) may be broken ⢠Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing tab space. Remote control does not function properly â Batteries exhausted/ incorrectly inserted ⢠Insert (fresh) batteries correctly â Distance/ angle between the set too large ⢠Reduce the distance/ angle This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Union. The type plate is located on the bottom of the set.
3 B A T T L O W 23 5 4 6 1 7 8 % # @ ! 0 9 ^ & $ S H U F F L E R E P E A T T U N IN G P R E S E T S E A R C H S E A R C H S T O P V O L U M E D i g i t a l R e m o t e C o n t r o l * ( 6 9 4 2 1 8 5 7 3 ) (for AZ 2025 model only)
CONTROLS 4 TOP AND FRONT P ANELS 1 p - 3.5 mm stereo headphone socket Note: Connecting headphones will switch off the speakers. 2 DIGIT AL DYNAMIC BASS BOOST - selects a more vivid bass response 3 UL TRA HIGH CLARITY - adjusts the treble tones 4 INCREDIBLE SURROUND - creates a super -enhanced stereo effect 5 VOLUME - to adjust volume level 6 POWER slider - selects the sound source for CD/ TUNER / T APE and also the POWER OFF switch 7 OPENâ¢CLOSE - opens/ closes the CD door 8 CASSETTE RECORDER keys RECORD 0 - starts recording PLA Y 1 - starts playback SEARCH 5 / 6 - fast winds/rewinds the tape STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ - stops the tape; - opens the cassette compartment P AUSE ; - pauses recording or playback 9 BA TT LOW - indicates when battery power is running low 0 PROGRAM - CD: programmes tracks and reviews the programme; T uner: programmes preset radio stations ! PLA Y P AUSE 2; - starts or pauses CD playback @ STOP 9 - stops CD playback; erases a CD programme # PRESET 4 , 3 - selects a preset tuner station (down, up) $ CD MODE - selects different play modes: REPEA T or SHUFFLE (random) order % SEARCH â / ç T uner: - (down, up) tunes to radio stations; CD: - searches back and forward within a track; - skips to the beginning of a current track/ previous/ later track ^ REMOTE SENSOR (for AZ 2025 model only)- infrared sensor for remote control & BAND - selects waveband BACK P ANEL * T elescopic aerial - improves FM reception ( AC MAINS - inlet for mains lead ) Battery compartment - for eight batteries, type R-20 , UM-1 or D-cells REMOTE CONTROL (f or A Z 2025 model only) 1 VOLUME 3 , 4 â adjusts volume level 2 PRESET 3 , 4 (up, down) â selects a preset radio station 3 TUNING â , ç (down, up) â tunes to radio stations 4 SHUFFLE â to play CD tracks in random order 5 REPEA T â repeats a track/ CD programme/ entire CD 6 2; â starts and pauses CD playback/ interrupts CD playback 7 á , ⢠â skips to the beginning of a current track/ previous/ later track 8 STOP 9 â stops CD playback or erases a CD programme 9 SEARCH 5 , 6 â searches backwards or forwards within a track/CD English
POWER SUPPL Y 5 Whenever convenient, use the mains supply if you want to conserve battery life. Make sure you remove the mains plug from the set and wall socket before inserting batteries. BA TTERIES (NOT INCLUDED) 1. Open the battery compartment and insert 8 batteries, type R-20 , UM-1 or D-cells , (preferably alkaline) with the correct polarity as indicated by the " " and " â " symbols inside the compartment. Remote control (supplied f or A Z 2025 model only) Open the battery compartment and insert two batteries, type AAA , R03 or UM4 (preferably alkaline). 2. Replace the compartment door , making sure the batteries are firmly and correctly in place. The set is now ready to operate. â If BA TT LOW lights up, battery power is running low . â The BA TT LOW indicator eventually goes out if the batteries are too weak. Incorrect use of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and will corrode the compartment or cause the batteries to burst. Therefore: ⢠Do not mix battery types: e.g. alkaline with carbon zinc. Only use batteries of the same type for the set. ⢠When inserting new batteries, do not try to mix old batteries with the new ones. ⢠Remove the batteries if the set is not to be used for a long time. ⢠Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed of properly . Using AC POWER 1. Check if the mains supply , as shown on the type plate located on the bottom of the set, corresponds to your local mains supply . If it does not, consult your dealer or service centre. 2. If your set is equipped with a voltage selector , adjust the selector so that it matches with the local mains. 3. Connect the mains lead to the wall socket and the set is now ready for use. 4. T o disconnect the set from the mains supply completely , remove the mains plug from the wall socket. AZ 2025/00 page 5 8 x R20 ⢠UM-1 ⢠D-CELLS MAINS ~ English
BASIC FUNCTIONS 6 Switching on and off ⢠Adjust the POWER slider to the desired sound source: CD , TUNER or T APE . ⢠The set is switched off when the POWER slider is in the T APE/OFF position and the keys on the tape deck are released. ⢠The volume, tone, sound settings and tuner presets will be retained in the set's memory . ⢠When switching off, may show briefly in the display if you have been using the CD or tuner function. PHILIPS demo mode 1. On the set, press the CD STOP 9 button for 5 seconds. ⢠PH..IL ..IPS and demo mode messages scroll across the display continuously . 2. T o return to the current display you can either: ⢠press any function button on the front panel. This interrupts the demo mode for 30 seconds; ⢠press the CD STOP 9 button for 5 seconds. PH..IL ..IPS scrolls across the display once before the demo mode is cancelled. Adjusting volume and sound 1. T urn the VOLUME control clockwise to increase or anti- clockwise to decrease volume on the set. For AZ 2025 model only: Press VOLUME 3 or 4 on the remote control. ⢠Display shows the volume level V oL and a number from 0-32. 2. Press DIGIT AL DYNAMIC BASS BOOST once or more to switch on or off. ⢠If on, indicator 1 lights up. Press again if you want extra bass and indicator 2 lights up. 3. T o adjust the treble tone level, press UL TRA HIGH CLARITY once or more to switch on or off. ⢠If on, the indicator lights up. 4. Press INCREDIBLE SURROUND once or more to switch the surround sound effect on or off. ⢠If on, the indicator lights up. Note: The effect of INCREDIBLE SURROUND may vary with different types of music. AZ 2025 /00 page 6 BA TT LO W English
DIGIT AL TUNER 7 GENERAL INFORMA TION General maintenance ⢠Do not expose the set, batteries, CDs or cassettes to humidity , rain, sand or excessive heat caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight. ⢠T o clean the set, use a soft, slightly dampened chamois leather . Do not use any cleaning agents containing alcohol, ammonia, benzene or abrasives as these may harm the housing. Safety information ⢠Place the set on a hard and flat surface so that the system does not tilt. Make sure there is adequate ventilation to prevent the system from overheating. ⢠The mechanical parts of the set contain self-lubricating bearings and must not be oiled or lubricated. TUNING TO RADIO ST A TIONS 1. Select TUNER source. ⢠is displayed briefly and then the radio station frequency is shown. 2. Press BAND once or more to select your waveband. 3. Press SEARCH â or ç (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control, TUNING â or ç ) and release when the frequency in the display starts running. ⢠The tuner automatically tunes to a station of sufficient reception. Display shows during automatic tuning. ⢠If a FM station is received in stereo, STEREO is shown. 4. Repeat step 3 if necessary until you find the desired station. ⢠T o tune to a weak station, press SEARCH â or ç briefly and repeatedly until you have found optimal reception. T o improve radio reception â For FM , pull out the telescopic aerial. Incline and turn the aerial. Reduce its length if the signal is too strong (very close to a transmitter). â For MW (L W) , the set is provided with a built-in aerial so the telescopic aerial is not needed. Direct the aerial by turning the whole set. AZ 2025/00 page 7 BA TT O W English
DIGIT AL TUNER CD PLA YER 8 Programming radio stations Y ou can store up to a total of 30 radio stations in the memory . 1. T une to your desired station (see T uning to radio stations ). 2. Press PROGRAM to activate programming. â Display: PROGRAM flashes. 3. Press PRESET 4 or 3 once or more to allocate a number from 1 to 30 to this station. 4. Press PROGRAM again to confirm the setting. â Display: PROGRAM disappears, the preset number and the frequency of the preset station are shown. 5. Repeat the above four steps to store other stations. ⢠Y ou can overwrite a preset station by storing another frequency in its place. T uning to preset stations Press PRESET 4 or 3 until the desired preset station is displayed. PLA YING A CD This CD player plays Audio Discs including CD-Recordables and CD-Rewritables. 1. Select CD source. ⢠is displayed briefly . 2. Press OPENâ¢CLOSE to open the CD compartment. ⢠Display: when you open the CD compartment. 3. Insert a CD with the printed side facing up and press OPENâ¢CLOSE to close the CD compartment. ⢠Display: the CD player scans the contents of a CD, and then the total number of tracks and playing time are shown. Display: is shown if you have inserted a non-finalized CD-R(W). 4. Press PLA Yâ¢P AUSE 2; (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control 2; ) to start playback. ⢠Display: Current track number and elapsed playing time of the track during CD playback. 5. T o pause playback press PLA Yâ¢P AUSE 2; . Press PLA Yâ¢P AUSE 2; again to resume play . ⢠Display: the elapsed playing time flashes when playback is on pause. 6. T o stop CD playback, press STOP 9 . Note: CD play will also stop when: â the CD door is opened; â the CD has reached the end (unless you have selected REPEA T or REPEA T ALL); â you select another source: T APE / TUNER. AZ 2025 /00 page 8 BA TT LO W B AT T LO W English
CD PLA YER 9 Selecting a different track ⢠Press SEARCH â or ç on the set, (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control á or ⢠) once or repeatedly until the desired track number appears in the display . ⢠If you have selected a track number shortly after loading a CD or in the P AUSE position, you will need to press PLA Yâ¢P AUSE 2; (on the remote control 2; ) to start playback. Finding a passage within a track 1. Press and hold down SEARCH â or ç (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control 5 or 6 ). ⢠The CD is played at high speed and low volume. 2. When you recognize the passage you want, release SEARCH â or ç . â Normal playback continues. Note: During a CD programme or if SHUFFLE/ REPEA T is active, searching is only possible within a track. Different play modes: SHUFFLE and REPEA T Y ou can select and change the various play modes before or during playback. The play modes can also be combined with PROGRAM. SHUFFLE - tracks of the entire CD/ programme are played in random order SHUFFLE and REPEA T ALL - to repeat the entire CD/ programme continuously in random order REPEA T ALL - to repeat the entire CD/ programme REPEA T - to play the current track continuously 1. T o select your play mode, press CD MODE on the set (or for AZ 2025 model only: press SHUFFLE or REPEA T on the remote control) before or during playback until the display shows the desired function. 2. Press PLA Yâ¢P AUSE 2; to start playback if in the STOP position. 3. T o return to normal playback, press the respective SHUFFLE or REPEA T button until the various SHUFFLE/ REPEA T modes are no longer displayed. â Y ou can also press STOP 9 to cancel your play mode. Note: In SHUFFLE mode, the display shows rapid patterns e.g. , when the CD player selects a random track number . AZ 2025/00 page 9 BA TT LO W B A T T LO W English
Programming track numbers In the STOP position, select and store your CD tracks in the desired sequence. If you like, store any track more than once. Up to 20 tracks can be stored in the memory . 1. Use the SEARCH â or ç on the set, (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control á or ⢠) to select your desired track number . 2. Press PROGRAM . ⢠Display: PROGRAM and the selected track number P ro g appears briefly . ⢠If you attempt to programme without first selecting a track number , no SEL or no P ro g scrolls across the display . 3. Repeat steps 1-2 to select and store all desired tracks. ⢠FULL is displayed if you attempt to programme more than 20 tracks. 4. T o start playback of your CD programme, press PLA Yâ¢P AUSE 2; (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control 2; ). Reviewing the programme In the STOP position or during playback, press and hold down PROGRAM for a while until the display shows all your stored track numbers in sequence. Erasing a programme Y ou can erase the programme by: â pressing STOP 9 once in the STOP position or twice during playback. ⢠no P ro g scrolls across the display briefly and PROGRAM disappears. â you select another source: T APE / TUNER. CD PLA YER 10 AZ 2025 /00 page 10 B AT T LO W BA TT LO W English
CD PLA YER CASSETTE RECORDER 11 CD player and CD handling ⢠If the CD player cannot read CDs correctly , use a commonly available cleaning CD to clean the lens before taking the set to repair . Other cleaning methods may destroy the lens. ⢠The lens of the CD player should never be touched! ⢠Sudden changes in the surrounding temperature can cause condensation to cloud over on the lens of your CD player . Playing a CD is then not possible. Do not attempt to clean the lens but leave the set in a warm environment until the moisture evaporates. ⢠Always keep the CD compartment closed to avoid dust on the lens. ⢠T o take a CD out of its box, press the centre spindle while lifting the CD. Always pick up the CD by the edge and return the CD to its box after use to avoid scratching and dust. ⢠T o clean the CD, wipe in a straight line from the centre towards the edge using a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use cleaning agents as they may damage the disc. ⢠Never write on a CD or attach any stickers to it. CASSETTE PLA YBACK 1. Select T APE source. ⢠The display shows tAPE throughout tape operation. 2. Press STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ to open the cassette door . 3. Insert a recorded cassette and close the cassette door . 4. Press PLA Y 1 to start playback. 5. T o interrupt playback, press P AUSE ; . T o resume, press this key again. 6. By pressing SEARCH 5 or 6 on the set, fast winding of the tape is possible in both directions. 7. T o stop the tape, press STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ . â The keys are automatically released at the end of the tape and the tAPE indication goes out, except if P AUSE ; has been activated. AZ 2025/00 page 11 B A TT LO W X English
RECORDING 12 GENERAL INFORMA TION ON RECORDING ⢠Recording is permissible insofar as copyright or other rights of third parties are not infringed. ⢠This deck is not suitable for recording on CHROME (IEC II ) or MET AL (IEC IV ) type cassettes. For recording, use NORMAL type cassettes (IEC I) on which the tabs have not yet been broken. ⢠The best recording level is set automatically . Altering the VOLUME , INCREDIBLE SURROUND , DIGIT AL DYNAMIC BASS BOOST or UL TRA HIGH CLARITY controls will not affect the recording in progress. ⢠At the very beginning and end of the tape, no recording will take place during the 7 seconds when the leader tape passes the recorder heads. ⢠T o protect a tape from accidental erasure, have the tape in front of you and break out the left tab. Recording on this side is no longer possible. If, however , you wish to record over this side again, cover the tabs with a piece of adhesive tape. SYNCHRO ST ART CD RECORDING 1. Select CD source. 2. Insert a CD and if desired, programme track numbers. 3. Press STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ to open the cassette door . 4. Insert a suitable cassette into the cassette deck and close the cassette door . 5. Press RECORD 0 to start recording. â Playing of the CD programme starts automatically from the beginning of the programme. It is not necessary to start the CD player separately . T o select and record a particular passage within a track ⢠Press and hold down SEARCH â or ç (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control á or ⢠). ⢠When you recognize the passage you want, release SEARCH â or ç . ⢠T o pause CD playback press PLA Y/P AUSE 2; (for AZ 2025 model only: on the remote control 2; ). â Recording will begin from this exact point in the track when you press RECORD 0 . 6. For brief interruptions press P AUSE ; . T o resume recording, press P AUSE ; again. 7. T o stop recording, press STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ . AZ 2025 /00 page 12 BA TT LO W BA TT LO W English
13 AZ 2025/00 page 13 RECORDING MAINTENANCE Recording from the radio 1. T une to the desired radio station (See TUNING TO RADIO ST A TIONS ). 2. Press STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ to open the cassette door . 3. Insert a suitable cassette into the cassette deck and close the cassette door . 4. Press RECORD 0 to start recording. 5. For brief interruptions, press P AUSE ; . T o resume recording, press P AUSE ; again. 6. T o stop recording, press STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ . MAINTENANCE T ape deck maintenance T o ensure quality recording and playback of the tape deck, clean parts A ,B and C shown in the diagram below , after approx. 50 hours of operation, or on average once a month. Use a cotton bud slightly moistened with alcohol or a special head cleaning fluid to clean the deck. 1. Open the cassette door by pressing STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ . 2. Press PLA Y 1 and clean the rubber pressure roller C . 3. Press P AUSE ; and clean the magnetic heads A and also the capstan B . 4. After cleaning, press STOPâ¢OPEN 9/ . Note: Cleaning of the heads can also be done by playing a cleaning cassette through once. Environmental information All unnecessary packaging material has been omitted. We have tried to make the packaging easy to separate into three mono-materials: cardboard (box), expandable polystyrene (buffer), polyethylene (bags, protective foam). Y our set consists of materials which can be recycled if disassembled by a specialized company . Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packing materials, exhausted batteries and old equipment. B A TT LO W A A B C English
14 English AZ 2025 /00 page 14 TROUBLESHOOTING If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair . If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre. W ARNING: Do not open the set as there is a risk of electric shock. Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this would invalidate the guarantee. PROBLEM â POSSIBLE CAUSE ⢠REMEDY No sound/power â VOLUME not adjusted ⢠Adjust the VOLUME â Headphones connected ⢠Disconnect headphones â Mains lead not securely connected ⢠Connect the AC mains lead properly â Batteries exhausted/ incorrectly inserted ⢠Insert (fresh) batteries correctly Severe radio hum or noise â Electrical interference: set too close to TV , VCR or computer ⢠Increase the distance Poor radio reception â Weak radio signal ⢠FM: Direct the FM telescopic aerial for optimum reception ⢠MW/L W: T urn the set for optimum reception indication â No CD inserted ⢠Insert a CD â CD badly scratched or dirty ⢠Replace/ clean CD, see Maintenance â Laser lens steamed up, ⢠Wait until lens has cleared indication â CD-R(W) is blank or the disc is not finalised ⢠Use a finalised CD-R(W) â CD badly scratched or dirty ⢠Replace/ clean CD, see Maintenance The CD skips tracks â CD is damaged or dirty ⢠Replace or clean the CD â SHUFFLE or PROGRAM is active ⢠Switch off SHUFFLE / PROGRAM Poor cassette sound quality â Dust and dirt on the heads, etc. ⢠Clean deck parts etc., see maintenance â Use of incompatible cassette types (MET AL or CHROME). ⢠Only use NORMAL (IEC I ) for recording. Recording does not work â Cassette tab(s) may be broken ⢠Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing tab space. Remote control does not function properly â Batteries exhausted/ incorrectly inserted ⢠Insert (fresh) batteries correctly â Distance/ angle between the set too large ⢠Reduce the distance/ angle This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Union. The type plate is located on the bottom of the set.