4-253-637-11(4)
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call
upon your Aiwa dealer regarding this product.
Model No. ______________
Serial No. ______________
©2004 Sony Corporation
Table of Contents
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Discs that this system cannot
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How to use this manual
• The instructions in this manual are for model
XR-EM550, XR-EM330 and XR-EM220.
Check your model number by looking at the
front panel. In this manual, XR-EM550 is
used for illustration purposes unless stated
otherwise. Any difference in operation is
clearly indicated in the text, for example,
“XR-EM550 only”.
• CD-ROMs
• CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in
the following formats:
– music CD format
– MP3 format that conforms to ISO 9660
Level 1/Level 2, Joliet or Multi Session
1)
2)
• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,
card, heart).
• This manual mainly explains operations using
the remote, but the same operations can also
be performed using the buttons on the system
having the same or similar names.
• A disc with paper or stickers on it.
• A disc that has the adhesive, cellophane tape,
or a sticker still left on it.
1) ISO 9660 Format
The most common international standard for the
logical format of files and folders on a CD-ROM.
There are several specification levels. In Level 1,
file names must be in the 8.3 format (no more than
8 characters in the name, no more than 3 characters
in the extension “.MP3”) and in capital letters.
Folder names can be no longer than 8 characters.
There can be no more than 8 nested folder levels.
Level 2 specifications allow file names and folder
names up to 31 characters long. Each folder can
have up to 8 trees.
Playable discs
You can play back the following discs on this
system. Other discs cannot be played back.
List of playable discs
Format of discs
Disc logo
Audio CDs
For Joliet in the expansion format (file and folder
names can have up to 16 characters) make sure of
the contents of the writing software, etc.
2) Multi Session
CD-R/CD-RW
(audio data/MP3 files*)
This is a recording method that enables you to add
data using the Track-At-Once method.
Conventional CDs begin at a CD control area called
the Lead-in and end at an area called Lead-out. A
Multi Session CD is a CD having multiple sessions,
with each segment from Lead-in to Lead-out
regarded as a single session. This unit supports up to
10 sessions.
* XR-EM550/XR-EM330 only.
CD-Extra: This format records audio (audio CD
data) on the tracks in session 1 and data on the tracks
in session 2. This unit supports up to 10 sessions.
Mixed CD: This format records data on the first
track and audio (audio CD data) on the second and
subsequent tracks of a session.
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Notes on CD-R and CD-RW
Music discs encoded with
copyright protection
technologies
• Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs cannot be played
on this system depending upon the recording
quality or physical condition of the disc, or
the characteristics of the recording device.
Furthermore, the disc will not play if it has not
been correctly finalized. For more
information, see the operating instructions for
the recording device.
This product is designed to playback discs that
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with
copyright protection technologies are marketed
by some record companies. Please be aware that
among those discs, there are some that do not
conform to the CD standard and may not be
playable by this product.
• Discs recorded on CD-R/CD-RW drives may
not be played back because of scratches, dirt,
recording condition or the driver’s
characteristics.
Cautions when playing a disc
that is recorded in Multi
Session
• CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded in multi-
session that have not ended by “closing the
session” are not supported.
• The system may be unable to play MP3
format files that do not have the extension
“.MP3”.
• If the disc begins with a CD-DA session, it is
recognized as a CD-DA (audio) disc, and
MP3 sessions are played back without sound.
• If the disc begins with an MP3 session, it is
recognized as an MP3 disc, and CD-DA
sessions are played back without sound.
• The playback range of an MP3 disc is
determined by the tree structure of files
produced by analyzing of the disc.
• Attempting to play non-MP3 format files that
have the extension “.MP3” may result in noise
or malfunction.
• With formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and
2, folder names or file names may not be
displayed correctly.
• The following discs take a longer time to start
playback.
• A disc with a mixed CD format will be
recognized as a CD-DA (audio) disc.
– a disc recorded with complicated tree
structure.
– a disc recorded in Multi Session.
– a disc to which data can be added (non-
finalized disc).
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Getting Started
Hooking up the system
Perform the following procedures 1 to 4 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and
accessories.
Right speaker
Left speaker
1
2
3
4
FM lead antenna
AM loop antenna
1 Connect the speakers.
2 Connect the FM and AM antennas.
Connect the right and left speaker cords to
the SPEAKER terminals as shown below.
Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect
it.
Gray (3)
L
#
#
Plug type A
AM loop antenna
Black (#)
Insert this portion
R
3
AM
SPEAK
ER
IMPE
U
D
ANC
E
SE 6-16
ANTENN
A
Extend the FM lead
antenna horizontally
FM 75
CO
AXI
AL
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Plug type B
4 Connect the power cord to a wall
outlet.
AM loop antenna
If the plug does not fit the wall socket,
detach the supplied plug adaptor (only for
models equipped with an adaptor).
To turn on the system, press ?/1.
AM
ANTENN
Inserting two R6 (size AA)
batteries into the remote
A
FM
CO
75
AXIAL
Extend the FM lead
antenna horizontally
Plug type C
AM loop antenna
AM
Note
If you do not use the remote for a long period of time,
remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from
battery leakage and corrosion.
ANTENN
A
Extend the FM lead
antenna horizontally
FM
CO
75
AXIAL
Tip
When the remote no longer operates the system,
replace both batteries with new ones.
North American models:
Connect using the white side
Other models:
Connect using the brown side
Note
To prevent noise pickup, keep the antennas away from
the system and other components.
3 For models with a voltage selector, set
VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local
power line voltage. The voltage
selector is located at the bottom of the
apparatus.
Refer to the print on your system’s
VOLTAGE SELECTOR for available
settings.
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Setting the clock
Use buttons on the remote for the operation.
1
2
3
Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the
hour.
4
5
Press ENTER.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the
minute.
6
Press ENTER.
The clock starts working.
To adjust the clock
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
2 Press ./> until “CLOCK” appears,
then press ENTER.
3 Do the same procedures as step 3 to 6
above.
Note
The clock is not displayed in Power Saving Mode
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Playing a disc
— Normal Play/Shuffle Play
CD/MP3 – Play
Loading a disc
You can play audio CDs and discs with MP3
audio tracks.
MP3 audio tracks cannot be played on XR-
EM220.
1
Press OPEN on the unit.
2
Place a disc with the label side up on
the CD compartment.
Track number
Playing time
1
2
Press CD to switch the function to CD.
Press PLAY MODE in stop mode
repeatedly until the mode you want
appears.
3
Press OPEN on the unit again to close
the lid of the CD compartment.
Notes
Select
To play
• Do not use a disc with tape, seals or paste on it as this
may cause malfunction.
No display
(Normal Play)
The tracks on the disc in
original order.
• Keep the lens on the CD player clean and do not
touch it. If you do so, the lens may be damaged and
the CD player will not operate properly.
ALBM*
(Normal Play)
All MP3 audio tracks in the
album on the disc in original
order.
When playing a non-MP3
disc, Album Play performs
the same operation as
Normal Play.
SHUF
(Shuffle Play)
All tracks on the disc in
random order.
ALBM SHUF*
(Shuffle Play)
All MP3 audio tracks in the
album on the disc in random
order.
When playing a non-MP3
disc, Album Shuffle Play
performs the same operation
as Shuffle Play.
PGM
(Program Play)
The tracks on the disc in the
order you want them to be
played (see “Creating your
* XR-EM550/XR-EM330 only.
3
Press N (or CD/NX on the unit).
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Other operations
Playing repeatedly
— Repeat Play
To
Do this
Stop play
Pause
Press x.
Press X (or CD/NX on the unit).
Press again to resume play.
You can play all the tracks or a single track on a
disc repeatedly.
Select a track
Press ./> repeatedly.
MP3 audio tracks cannot be played on XR-
EM220.
Select an album Press ALBUM +/– repeatedly
of MP3* after step 2.
Find a point in a Keep pressing m/M during
Press REPEAT on the remote repeatedly
during playback until “REP” or “REP 1”
appears.
track
playback and release it at the
desired point.
Remove a disc
Press OPEN on the unit.
REP: For all the tracks on the disc up to five
times.
* XR-EM550/XR-EM330 only.
REP 1: For a single track only.
Notes
• You cannot change the play mode during playback.
• Some time may be needed to start playback of discs
recorded in complex configurations such as many
layers.
To cancel Repeat Play
Press REPEAT repeatedly until both “REP” and
“REP 1” disappear.
Note
• When the disc is inserted, the player reads all the
audio tracks on that disc. If there are many albums or
non-MP3 audio tracks on the disc, it may take a long
time for play to begin or for the next MP3 audio track
to start play.
When you select “REP 1”, that track is repeated
endlessly until “REP 1” is canceled.
• Do not save unnecessary albums or audio tracks
other than MP3 ones in the disc to be used for MP3
listening. We recommend that you do not save other
types of audio tracks or unnecessary albums on a disc
that has MP3 audio tracks.
• An album that does not include an MP3 audio track
is skipped.
• Maximum album number: 150 (including root
album)
• The maximum number of MP3 audio tracks that can
be contained on a single disc is 255.
• Playback is possible up to 8 levels.
• MP3 audio tracks are played back in the order that
they are recorded on the disc.
• Depending on the encoding/writing software,
recording device, or the recording media used at the
time an MP3 audio track is recorded, you may
encounter such problems as disabled playback,
sound interruptions and noise.
• When playing back an MP3 audio track, the playback
elapsed time indication may differ from the actual
time in the following cases.
– When you play back a VBR (variable bit rate)
MP3 audio track
– When you perform Fast Forward or Rewind
(Manual Search)
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Other operations
Creating your own
program
To
Do this
Cancel Program
Play
Press PLAY MODE in stop
mode repeatedly until both
“PGM” and “SHUF” disappears.
— Program Play
Erase the program Press CLEAR in stop mode.
Each time you press the button, a
track is cleared from the end of
the program.
You can make a program of up to 25 steps.
You can synchro record the programed tracks
MP3 audio tracks cannot be played on XR-
EM220.
Add a track to the Perform steps 3 and 4 in stop
end of the program mode.
1
2
Press CD to switch the function to CD.
Tips
• The program you made remains after Program Play
finishes. To play the same program again, press N
(or CD/NX on the unit). However, the program is
cleared when you open the CD compartment.
• “– –.– –” appears if the total program time exceeds
100 minutes, if you select a track whose number is 21
or over, or when you programed an MP3 audio track.
Press PLAY MODE in stop mode
repeatedly until “PGM” appears.
3
Press ./> repeatedly until the
desired track number appears.
Selected track number Total playing time
(including selected
track)
For XR-EM550 and XR-EM330 only:
When programing an MP3, press ALBUM
+/– repeatedly to select the album, then
press ./> repeatedly until the
desired track number appears.
4
Press ENTER on the remote.
The track is programed.
The program step number appears,
followed by the last programed track
number and total playing time.
5
6
To program additional tracks, repeat
steps 3 and 4.
Press N.
Program Play starts.
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7
Repeat steps 3 through 6 to preset
other stations.
Tuner
Tip
Press x to stop scanning.
Presetting radio stations
You can preset up to 20 FM stations and 10 AM
stations. You can then tune in any of those
stations simply by selecting the corresponding
preset number.
Manual tuning preset
You can manually tune in and store the radio
frequency of the desired stations.
1
2
Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to
select “FM” or “AM”.
Automatic tuning preset
Press TUNING MODE on the unit
repeatedly until “AUTO” and
“PRESET” disappear from the display.
You can automatically tune in all of the stations
that can be received in your area and then store
the radio frequency of the desired stations.
3
Press +/– (or TUNING +/– on the unit)
repeatedly to tune in the desired
station.
1
2
3
Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to
select “FM” or “AM”.
Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“AUTO” appears in the display.
4
5
Press TUNER MEMORY.
Press +/– (or TUNING +/– on the unit)
repeatedly to select the desired preset
number.
Press +/– (or TUNING +/– on the unit).
The frequency changes as the system scans
for a station. Scanning stops automatically
when a station is tuned in. At that time,
“TUNED” and “STEREO” (for stereo
program only) appear.
6
7
Press ENTER.
Repeat steps 3 through 6 to preset
other stations.
If “TUNED” does not appear and the
scanning does not stop
Other Operations
To
Do this
Set the frequency of the desired radio
station as described in steps 2 and 3 of
Tune in a station
Follow the procedure described
4
Press TUNER MEMORY.
Set another station After step 4, press +/– (or
to the existing
preset number
TUNING +/– on the unit)
repeatedly to select the preset
number you want to store the
station.
A preset number flashes. Perform steps 5
and 6 while the preset number flashes.
Preset number
5
6
Press +/– (or TUNING +/– on the unit)
repeatedly to select the desired preset
number.
Press ENTER.
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To change the AM tuning interval
(except for European model)
Listening to the radio
The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to
9 kHz (or 10 kHz for some areas). To change the
AM tuning interval, tune in any AM station first,
then turn off the power by pressing ?/1. While
holding TUNING +, press ?/1. When you
change the interval, all the AM preset stations
are initialized. To reset the interval, repeat the
same procedure.
You can listen to a radio station either by
selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning
in the station.
Listening to a preset station
— Preset Tuning
Note
Preset radio stations in the tuner’s memory first
You cannot change the setting in Power Saving Mode.
Tips
1
2
3
Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to
select “FM” or “AM”.
• The preset stations are retained for about half a day
even if you disconnect the power cord or if a power
failure occurs.
Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“PRESET” appears in the display.
• To improve the reception, adjust the supplied
antennas or connect an external antenna.
Press +/– (or TUNING +/– on the unit)
repeatedly to select the desired preset
station.
Listening to non-preset radio
station
— Manual Tuning
1
2
Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to
select “FM” or “AM”.
Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“AUTO” and “PRESET” disappear from
the display.
3
Press +/– (or TUNING +/– on the unit)
repeatedly to tune in the desired
station.
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Tips
• To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied
antennas, or connect a commercially available
external antenna.
Using the Radio Data
System (RDS)
• When an FM stereo program has static noise, press
FM MODE until “MONO” appears. There will be no
stereo effect, but the reception will improve.
• Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until “AUTO”
appears in step 2 above, then press +/– (or TUNING
+/– on the unit). The frequency indication changes
and scanning stops when the system tunes in a station
(Automatic Tuning).
(European model XR-EM550 only)
What is the Radio Data
System?
Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting
service that allows radio stations to send
additional information along with the regular
program signal. This tuner offers convenient
RDS features like station name. RDS is
available only on FM stations.*
• To record the radio programs, use manual recording
• You can change the display into the clock display
(for 8 seconds) by pressing DISPLAY.
Note
RDS may not work properly if the station you are tuned
in is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the
signal is weak.
* Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they
provide the same types of services. If you are not
familiar with the RDS system, check with your local
radio stations for details on RDS services in your
area.
Receiving RDS broadcasts
Simply select a station from the FM band.
When you tune in a station that provides RDS
services, the station name appears in the display.
To check the RDS information
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Station name* t Frequency t Clock display
* If the RDS broadcast is not properly received, the
station name may not appear in the display.
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Playing a tape
Tape – Play
You can use TYPE I (normal).
Loading a tape
For model XR-EM550
1
2
Press Z PUSH on the unit.
1
Press TAPE to switch the function to
TAPE.
Load a recorded/recordable tape into
the cassette holder.
2
Press N (TAPE/nN on the unit).
With the side
you want to
play/record
facing
Press N (or TAPE/nN on the unit)
again to play the reverse side.
Tips
forward.
• Press DIRECTION on the unit repeatedly to select
“g” to play one side of a tape, “h” to play both
sides, or “j” to play both sides repeatedly.
• If “j” is selected, the tape deck stops
automatically after repeating the sequence five times.
For other models
1
Press TAPE to switch the function to
TAPE.
2
Press N (TAPE/N on the unit).
Other operations
To
Do this
Stop play
Pause
Press x.
Press X. Press again to resume
play.
Fast-forward or Press m/M.
rewind
Remove a tape
Press Z PUSH on the unit in stop
mode.
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For other models
1
2
Load a recordable tape.
Tape – Recording
Load a CD you want to record.
Recording your favorite
CD tracks on a tape
For XR-EM330 only:
When you want to record an album from an
MP3 disc, be sure to press PLAY MODE to
select ALBM, then use ALBUM +/– to
select the desired album before proceeding.
— CD-TAPE Synchro Recording
You can record a whole CD on a tape.
You can use TYPE I (normal).
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
3
4
Press CD SYNCHRO.
“SYNC” and “REC” appear.
The tape deck stands by for recording and
the CD player pauses for playback.
For model XR-EM550
1
2
Load a recordable tape.
Press z REC PAUSE/START.
Load a CD you want to record.
Recording starts.
When the recording is completed, the CD
player and the tape deck stop automatically.
When you want to record an album from an
MP3 disc, be sure to press PLAY MODE to
select ALBM, then use ALBUM +/– to
select the desired album before proceeding.
To stop recording
Press x.
3
Press CD SYNCHRO on the unit.
To record a disc by specifying
track order
“SYNC”, “REC” and “N” (or “n”)
appear.
The tape deck stands by for recording and
the CD player pauses for playback.
You can record only your favorite CD tracks
using Program Play. Between steps 2 and 3,
perform steps 1 to 4 of “Creating your own
4
5
Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select
“g” to record on one side or “h” (or
“j”) to record on both sides.
Press TAPE/nN repeatedly to select
the recording side.
If you select both sides recording or front
side recording, press TAPE/nN until
“N” appears. If you record on the reverse
side, press TAPE/nN again until “n”
appears.
6
Press z REC PAUSE/START.
Recording starts.
When the recording is completed, the CD
player and the tape deck stop automatically.
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For other models
Recording on a tape
manually
1
2
Load a recordable tape.
Select the desired source to record.
• TUNER: To record from this system’s
tuner.
— Manual Recording
• CD: To record from this system’s CD
player.
You can record just the portions you like from a
CD on a tape. You can also record a radio
program.
• MD: To record from the optional
component connected to the MD jacks.
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
3
4
Press z REC PAUSE/START.
For model XR-EM550
“REC” appears and the tape deck stands by
for recording.
1
2
Load a recordable tape.
Select the desired source to record.
Press z REC PAUSE/START, then start
playing the desired source to record.
• TUNER: To record from this system’s
tuner.
Recording starts.
• CD: To record from this system’s CD
player.
Other operations
• MD: To record from the optional
component connected to the MD jacks.
To
Do this
Stop recording
Press x.
Pause recording Press z REC PAUSE/START.
3
Press z REC PAUSE/START.
“REC” flashes and “N” appears and the
tape deck stands by for recording.
Tip
For recording from a CD, you can press ./> to
select tracks during recording pause mode (after step 3
and before step 4).
4
5
Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select
“g” to record on one side or “h” (or
“j”) to record on both sides.
Press TAPE/nN repeatedly to select
the recording side.
If you select both sides recording or front
side recording, press TAPE/nN until
“N” appears. If you record on the reverse
side, press TAPE/nN again until “n”
appears.
6
Press z REC PAUSE/START, then start
playing the desired source to record.
Recording starts.
Note
When you record on both sides, be sure to start from
the front side. If you start from the reverse side,
recording stops at the end of the reverse side.
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Sound Adjustment
Timer
Adjusting the sound
Falling asleep to music
— Sleep Timer
You can adjust the bass and treble to enjoy more
powerful sound.
You can set the system to turn off after a certain
time, so that you can fall asleep to music.
Use buttons on the remote for the operation.
Generating a more dynamic
sound
Press SLEEP repeatedly.
Each time you press the button, the minute
display (the turn-off time) changes cyclically as
follows:
AUTO* t 90MIN t 80MIN t … t
10MIN t OFF
Press i-Bass on the unit.
To cancel the i-Bass, press i-Bass on the unit
again.
Adjusting the bass and treble
* The system automatically turns off in 100 minutes or
after the current CD or tape finishes playing.
You can adjust the bass and treble.
Other operations
1
Press EQ (or BASS/TREBLE on the
unit) repeatedly to select “BASS” or
“TREBLE”.
To
Press
Check the
SLEEP once.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
BASS y TREBLE
Press ./> (or TUNING +/– on the
unit) repeatedly to adjust the level
while “BASS” or “TREBLE” appears.
remaining time**
Change the time SLEEP repeatedly to select the
to turn off
time you want.
Cancel Sleep
Timer function
SLEEP repeatedly until “OFF”
appears.
2
**You cannot check the remaining time if you select
“AUTO”.
Note
Do not set to “AUTO” during Synchro Recording on a
tape.
Tip
You can use Sleep Timer, even if you have not set the
clock.
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Other operations
Waking up to music
— Play Timer
To
Do this
Cancel the timer/
activate the timer/
check the setting
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT and “SELECT”
appears.
You can wake up to music at a preset time. Make
sure you have set the clock (see “Setting the
2 Press ./>repeatedly
until “PLAY”, “REC” or
“TIMER OFF” appears, then
press ENTER.
Use buttons on the remote for the operation.
1
Prepare the sound source you want to
play.
Change the setting Start over from step 1.
Notes
• CD: Load a disc. To start from a specific
track, make a program (see “Creating
• If you use Play Timer and Sleep Timer at the same
time, Sleep Timer has priority.
• Do not operate the system from the time the system
turns on until the play starts (about 15 seconds before
the preset time).
• If the system is on about 15 seconds before the preset
time, Play Timer will not be activated.
• You cannot use the optional component connected to
the MD jacks as sound sources for Play Timer.
• You cannot activate Play Timer and Rec Timer at the
same time.
2
3
4
Adjust the volume.
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Press ./> repeatedly until
“PLAY” appears, then press ENTER.
“ON TIME” appears and the hour
indication flashes.
5
Set the time to start playing.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the hour,
then press ENTER.
The minute indication flashes.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the
minute, then press ENTER.
6
7
Set the time to stop playing following
the same procedure as step 5.
Press ./> repeatedly until the
desired sound source appears.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
t
y
T
TUNER
CD
t
T
TAPE
8
9
Press ENTER.
The start time, the stop time and the sound
source, then the original display returns.
Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
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For other models
Timer recording radio
programs
1
Tune in the preset radio station (see
— Rec Timer
2
3
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Press ./> repeatedly until “REC”
appears, then press ENTER.
To timer record, you must first preset the radio
“ON TIME” appears and the hour
indication flashes.
Use buttons on the remote for the operation.
4
5
Set the time to start recording.
For model XR-EM550
Press ./> repeatedly to set the hour,
then press ENTER.
1
Tune in the preset radio station (see
The minute indication flashes.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the
minute, then press ENTER.
2
3
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Set the time to stop recording following
the same procedure as step 4.
Press ./> repeatedly until “REC”
appears, then press ENTER.
Rec Timer settings and the desired station
appear, then the original display returns.
“ON TIME” appears and the hour
indication flashes.
6
7
Load a recordable tape.
4
5
Set the time to start recording.
Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the hour,
then press ENTER.
Other operations
To
The minute indication flashes.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the
minute, then press ENTER.
Do this
Cancel the timer/
activate the timer/
check the setting
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT and “SELECT”
appears.
Set the time to stop recording following
the same procedure as step 4.
2 Press ./> repeatedly
until “PLAY”, “REC” or
“TIMER OFF” appears, then
press ENTER.
Rec Timer settings and the desired station
appear, then the original display returns.
6
7
Load a recordable tape and press
TAPE (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to
switch the function to TAPE.
Change the setting Start over from step 1.
Notes
• If you use Rec Timer and Sleep Timer at the same
time, Sleep Timer has priority.
Press DIRECTION on the unit
repeatedly to select “g” to record on
one side or “h” (or “j”) to record
on both sides.
• Do not operate the system from the time the system
turns on until the recording starts (about 15 seconds
before the preset time).
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Press TAPE/nN on the unit
repeatedly to select the recording side.
• If the system is on about 15 seconds before the preset
time, Rec Timer will not be activated.
• The volume is reduced to minimum during
recording.
If you select both sides recording or front
side recording, press TAPE/nN on the
unit until “N” appears. If you record on
the reverse side, press TAPE/nN on the
unit again until “n” appears.
• You cannot activate Play Timer and Rec Timer at the
same time.
9
Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
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Viewing information
about the disc in the
display
Display
Turning off the display
— Power Saving Mode
You can check the playing time and remaining
time of the current track or that of the disc.
When a disc with MP3 audio tracks is loaded,
you can also check the information recorded on
disc, such as the titles.
The clock display can be turned off to minimize
the amount of power consumed during standby
(Power Saving Mode).
Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the
system is off until the clock display
disappears.
Checking the remaining time
and titles (CD/MP3)
To cancel Power Saving Mode
Press DISPLAY while the system is off. Each
time you press the button, the display switches
as follows:
Clock display* y No display (Power Saving
Mode)
Press DISPLAY repeatedly during Normal
Play.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Current track number and elapsed playing time
t Current track number and remaining time or
“– –.– –”* t Remaining time of the disc or
“– –.– –”* t Track title (disc with MP3 audio
tracks** only) t Album name* t Clock
display
* The clock is displayed only if you set the clock.
Tips
• The ?/1 indicator lights up even in Power Saving
Mode.
• The timer continues to operate in Power Saving
Mode.
* “– –.– –” appears when you select a CD track whose
number is 21 or over, or when you select an MP3
audio track (XR-EM550/XR-EM330 only).
Note
You cannot perform the following operations in Power
Saving Mode.
**When you play back a track with an ID3 tag, the ID3
tag appears. The ID3 tag displays only the track title
information.
– setting the clock
– changing the AM tuning interval
Checking the total playing
time and titles (CD/MP3)
Press DISPLAY repeatedly in stop mode.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
TOC display* or total number of albums on the
disc** or total track number of the current
album** t Album name** t Clock display
* TOC = Table of Contents; displays current disc
number, total number of tracks on the disc and total
playing time of the disc
**For discs with MP3 audio tracks, album titles may
not be displayed depending on the play mode (XR-
EM550/XR-EM330 only).
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Optional Components
Hooking up optional components
To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions
provided with each component.
From the audio output
jacks of an optional
analog component
Optional analog component
A MD jacks
Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect an
optional analog component (MD deck, etc.) to
Recording audio from a
connected component
these jacks. You can then listen to the sound
from the component.
1 Connect audio cords.
2 Start recording manually.
Listening to audio from a
connected component
1 Connect audio cords.
See the illustration above.
2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “MD”
appears.
Start playing the connected component.
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Sound comes from one channel, or
unbalanced left and right volume.
• Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible.
• Connect the supplied speakers.
Troubleshooting
Problems and remedies
There is severe hum or noise.
• Move the system away from the source of noise.
• Connect the system to a different wall outlet.
• Install a noise filter (commercially available) to
the power line.
Should you encounter a problem with your
system, do the following:
1 Make sure the power cord and speaker
cords are correctly and firmly connected.
The timer cannot be set.
2 Find your problem in the troubleshooting
checklist below and take the indicated
corrective action.
The timer does not function.
• Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT on the remote to
set the timer and light up “c PLAY” or “c REC”
If the problem persists after doing all of the
above, consult your nearest AIWA dealer.
• Check the timer setting and set the correct time
When the ?/1 indicator flashes
Immediately unplug the power cord and
check the following items.
• Make sure the clock is correctly set.
The color on the TV screen is irregular.
• If your system has a voltage selector, is the
voltage selector set to the correct voltage?
Check the voltage for your region, then
make sure the voltage selector is set
correctly.
• Move the speakers farther away from the TV set.
The remote does not function.
• Remove the obstacle.
• Move the remote closer to the system.
• Point the remote at the system’s sensor.
• Replace the batteries (R6/size AA).
• Locate the system away from the fluorescent light.
• Are the + and – speaker cords short-
circuited?
• Are you using the supplied speakers?
• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes
on the rear of the system?
Check all the above items and fix any
problems found. After ?/1 indicator stops
flashing, reconnect the power cord and turn
on the system. If the indicator still flashes, or
if the cause of the problem cannot be found
even after checking all the above items,
consult your nearest AIWA dealer.
Speakers
Sound comes from one channel, or the left
and right volumes are unbalanced.
• Check the speaker connections and placement.
CD/MP3 player
The sound drops out.
• The lens is dirty. Clean it with a commercially
available blower.
General
“– –:– –” appears in the display.
• A power interruption has occurred. Set the clock
Play does not start.
• Eject the disc and check whether a disc is loaded.
• Replace the disc.
There is no sound.
• Press VOLUME + on the remote repeatedly (or
turn VOLUME on the unit clockwise).
• Make sure the headphones are not connected.
• Load the disc correctly.
• Load the disc with the label side up.
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• Remove the disc and wipe away the moisture on
the disc, then leave the system turned on for a few
hours until the moisture evaporates.
connect a commercially available external
antenna.
• The supplied FM lead antenna receives signals
along its entire length, so make sure you extend it
fully.
• Press N (or CD/NX on the unit) to start play.
The sound skips.
• Keep the antennas away from the system and
other components.
• Replace the disc.
• Consult your nearest AIWA dealer if the supplied
AM antenna has come off the plastic stand.
• Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment.
• Try moving the system to a place without
vibration (e.g., on top of a stable stand).
• Try moving the speakers away from the system, or
placing them on separate stands. When you listen
to a track with bass sounds at high volume, the
speaker vibration may cause the sound to skip.
A stereo FM program cannot be received in
stereo.
• Press FM MODE until “STEREO” appears in the
display.
Play does not start from the first track.
• Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until both “PGM”
and “SHUF(FLE)” disappear to return to Normal
Play.
Tape deck
The tape does not record or play, or there is a
decrease in sound level.
MP3 audio track cannot be played back (XR-
EM550/XR-EM330 only).
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
• XR-EM220 does not play MP3 audio.
• Recording was not performed according to the
ISO 9660 Level 1 or Level 2 format, or Joliet in
the expansion format.
The tape does not erase completely.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
• The MP3 audio track does not have the extension
“.MP3”.
• The data is not stored in MP3 format.
• Discs containing tracks other than MPEG1, 2
Audio Layer-3 files cannot be played.
There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound
drops out.
• The capstans in the tape deck are dirty. Clean
MP3 audio tracks take longer to play back than
others (XR-EM550/XR-EM330 only).
• After the system reads all tracks on the discs,
playback may take more time than usual if:
– the number of albums or tracks on the disc is
very large.
Noise increases or the high frequencies are
erased.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
The tape does not record.
• No cassette is loaded. Load a cassette.
• The tab has been removed from the cassette.
Cover the broken tab with adhesive tape
– the album and track organization structure is
very complex.
The album title, track title and ID3 tag do not
appear correctly (XR-EM550/XR-EM330 only).
• Use a disc that conforms with ISO 9660 Level 1,
Level 2, or Joliet in the expansion format.
• The tape has wound to the end.
Optional components
Tuner
There is no sound.
Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be
received.
(page 23) and check the condition of the system.
checking:
• Find a place and an orientation that provide good
reception, then set up the antenna again. If you
cannot obtain good reception, we recommend you
– if the cords are connected properly.
– if the cord plugs are firmly inserted all the way.
• Turn on the connected component.
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• Refer to the operating instructions supplied with
the connected component and start playing.
• Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “MD” appears
Messages
One of the following messages may appear or
flash in the display during operation.
The sound is distorted.
• Set the volume of the connected component
lower.
CD/MP3
NO DISC
There is no disc in the player.
If the system still does not
operate properly after performing
the above measures, reset the
system as follows:
NO STEP
All of the programed tracks have been erased.
OVER
You have reached the end of the disc while pressing
and holding M during playback or pause.
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
1 Disconnect the power cord.
STEP FULL
You tried to program 26 or more tracks (steps).
2 Reconnect the power cord.
PUSH STOP
3 Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
You pressed PLAY MODE during playback.
4 Press x, ?/1 and turn volume to the left at
the same time.
The system is reset to the factory settings. You
should set the settings you made, such as the
preset stations, clock, and timer.
Tuner
COMPLETE
The preset operation ended normally.
Tape
NO TAB
You cannot record the tape because the tab has been
removed from the cassette.
NO TAPE
There is no tape in the tape deck.
Timer
SET CLOCK
You tried to select the timer with the clock not set.
PUSH SELECT
You tried to set the clock or timer during timer
operation.
SET TIMER
You tried to select the timer when Play Timer or Rec
Timer are not set.
TIME NG
Play Timer or Rec Timer start and end times are set
to the same time.
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Other
INVALID
You pressed an invalid button.
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On operation
• If the system is brought directly from a cold to a
warm location, or is placed in a very damp room,
moisture may condense on the lens inside the CD
player. Should this occur, the system will not operate
properly. Remove the disc and leave the system
turned on for about an hour until the moisture
evaporates.
Additional Information
Precautions
On operating voltage
• Before operating the system, check that the operating
voltage of your system is identical with the voltage of
your local power supply.
• When you move the system, take out any disc.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
system, please consult your nearest AIWA dealer.
• The voltage selector is located at the bottom of the
apparatus.
Notes on discs
On safety
• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
• Unplug the system from the wall outlet (mains) if it
is not to be used for an extended period of time. To
disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it out by
the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
• Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner,
commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray
intended for vinyl LPs.
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car
parked in direct sunlight.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system,
unplug the system and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
• Do not use discs encircled with a protection ring.
This may cause a malfunction to the system.
• When using discs that have glue or similar tacky
substance on the label side of the disc or that used a
special ink when the label was printed, there is a
chance that the disc or label may become attached to
parts inside this unit. When this occurs, it may not be
possible to remove the disc, and may also cause this
unit to malfunction. Be sure to check that the label
side of the disc is not sticky before using.
• AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified
service shop.
On placement
• Do not place the system in an inclined position.
• Do not place the system in locations where it is;
– Extremely hot or cold
– Dusty or dirty
The following types of disc should not be used:
– Rental or used discs with attached seals where the
glue extends beyond the seal. The perimeter of the
seal on the disc is tacky.
– Very humid
– Subject to vibrations
– Subject to direct sunlight
• Use caution when placing the unit or speakers on
surfaces that have been specially treated (with wax,
oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discoloration of the
surface may result.
– Discs that have labels printed using a special ink
that feels tacky when touched.
• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square,
star) cannot be played on this unit. Attempting to do
so may damage the unit. Do not use such discs.
On heat buildup
• Although the system heats up during operation, this
is not a malfunction.
Cleaning the cabinet
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not
use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as thinner, benzene or alcohol.
• Place the system in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.
• If you continuously use this system at a high volume,
the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom
rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not
touch the cabinet.
• To prevent a malfunction, do not cover the
ventilation hole.
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To save a tape permanently
To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded
over, break off the cassette tab from side A or B as
illustrated.
Specifications
Main unit
Amplifier section
Break off the
cassette tab
XR-EM220
DIN power output (rated): 8 + 8 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
10 + 10 W
If you later want to reuse the tape for recording, cover
the broken tab with adhesive tape.
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
Music power output (reference):
Before placing a cassette in the tape
deck
Take up any slack in the tape. Otherwise, the tape may
get entangled in the parts of the tape deck and become
damaged.
18 + 18 W
Inputs
MD (phono jacks):
Sensitivity 450 mV,
impedance 47 kilohms
Outputs
PHONES:
Accepts headphones with
an impedance of 8 ohms or
more
Accepts impedance of 6 to
16 ohms.
When using a tape longer than
90 minutes
The tape is very elastic. Do not change the tape
operations such as play, stop, and fast-winding
frequently. The tape may get entangled in the tape
deck.
SPEAKER:
XR-EM330
European model:
Cleaning the tape heads
DIN power output (rated): 11 + 11 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
15 + 15 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
Music power output (reference):
Clean the tape heads after every 10 hours of use. Be
sure to clean the tape heads before you start an
important recording or after playing an old tape. Use a
separately sold dry-type or wet-type cleaning cassette.
For details, refer to the instructions of the cleaning
cassette.
25 + 25 W
Demagnetizing the tape heads
Other models:
Demagnetize the tape heads and the metal parts that
have contact with the tape after every 20 to 30 hours of
use with a separately sold demagnetizing cassette. For
details, refer to the instructions of the demagnetizing
cassette.
The following measured at AC 230 V or AC 120 V, 50/
60 Hz
DIN power output (rated): 11 + 11 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
15 + 15 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
Inputs
MD (phono jacks):
Sensitivity 450 mV,
impedance 47 kilohms
Outputs
PHONES:
Accepts headphones with
an impedance of 8 ohms or
more
SPEAKER:
Accepts impedance of 6 to
16 ohms.
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XR-EM550
Tape deck section
European model:
XR-EM220
DIN power output (rated): 20 + 20 W
Recording system
Frequency response
4-track 2-channel, stereo
50 – 13,000 Hz (±3 dB),
using Sony TYPE I
cassettes
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
25 + 25 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
Music power output (reference):
Wow and flutter
±0.15% W. Peak (IEC)
0.1% W. RMS (NAB)
±0.2% W. Peak (DIN)
38 + 38 W
XR-EM330
Other models:
The following measured at AC 230 V or AC 120 V, 50/
60 Hz
DIN power output (rated): 20 + 20 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
25 + 25 W
Recording system
Frequency response
4-track 2-channel, stereo
50 – 13,000 Hz (±3 dB),
using Sony TYPE I
cassettes
±0.15% W. Peak (IEC)
0.1% W. RMS (NAB)
±0.2% W. Peak (DIN)
Wow and flutter
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
XR-EM550
Inputs
MD (phono jacks):
Recording system
Frequency response
4-track 2-channel, stereo
50 – 13,000 Hz (±3 dB),
using Sony TYPE I
cassettes
Sensitivity 450 mV,
impedance 47 kilohms
Outputs
PHONES:
Accepts headphones with
an impedance of 8 ohms or
more
Wow and flutter
±0.15% W. Peak (IEC)
0.1% W. RMS (NAB)
±0.2% W. Peak (DIN)
SPEAKER:
Accepts impedance of 6 to
16 ohms.
Tuner section
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
CD player section
XR-EM220
Laser
FM tuner section
Tuning range
Antenna
Antenna terminals
Intermediate frequency
87.5 – 108.0 MHz
FM lead antenna
75 ohms unbalanced
10.7 MHz
Semiconductor laser
(λ=780 nm)
Emission duration:
continuous
20 Hz – 20 kHz
AM tuner section
Frequency response
XR-EM330
Laser
Pan-American model:
530 – 1,710 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 10 kHz)
Semiconductor laser
(λ=780 nm)
Emission duration:
continuous
20 Hz – 20 kHz
531 – 1,710 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 9 kHz)
Frequency response
XR-EM550
Laser
European model:
Other models:
531 – 1,602 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 9 kHz)
530 – 1,710 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 10 kHz)
Semiconductor laser
(λ=780 nm)
Emission duration:
continuous
20 Hz – 20 kHz
Frequency response
531 – 1,602 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 9 kHz)
Antenna
AM loop antenna, external
antenna terminal
450 kHz
Intermediate frequency
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Speaker
XR-EM220
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approx. 164 × 230.5 × 266
mm incl. projecting parts
and controls
Speaker system
Full Range, bass-reflex
type
Speaker units
Woofer:
Nominal impedance
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Mass
10 cm dia., cone type
6 ohms
Approx. 140 × 230.5 × 145
mm
XR-EM550:
XR-EM330:
XR-EM220:
Approx. 4.1 kg
Approx. 3.5 kg
Approx. 3.4 kg
Mass
Approx. 1.4 kg net per
speaker
Supplied accessories
Remote Commander (1)
R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
AM loop antenna (1)
FM lead antenna (1)
XR-EM330
Speaker system
Full Range, bass-reflex
type
Speaker units
Woofer:
Nominal impedance
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
10 cm dia., cone type
6 ohms
Approx. 140 × 230.5 × 145
mm
Mass
Approx. 1.4 kg net per
speaker
XR-EM550
Speaker system
Speaker units
Woofer:
Tweeter:
Nominal impedance
Dimensions (w/h/d)
2-way, bass-reflex type
10 cm dia., cone type
4 cm dia., cone type
6 ohms
Approx. 140 × 230.5 × 181
mm
Mass
Approx. 1.8 kg net per
speaker
General
Power requirements
European model:
Korean model:
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
220 V AC, 60 Hz
Australian model:
Taiwanese model:
Mexican model:
Argentine model:
Other models:
230 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
120 V AC, 50/60 Hz
120 V AC, 60 Hz
220 V AC, 50/60 Hz
110 – 120 V or 220 – 240 V
AC, 50/60 Hz
Adjustable with voltage
selector
Power consumption
XR-EM550:
67 W
0.3 W (in Power Saving
Mode)
XR-EM330:
XR-EM220:
50 W
0.3 W (in Power Saving
Mode)
35 W
0.3 W (in Power Saving
Mode)
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List of button locations and reference pages
Illustration number
How to use this page
Use this page to find the location of buttons and other
parts of the system that are mentioned in the text.
r
R
R
Name of button/part Reference page
Main unit
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
.m/M> (skip back/
skip forward, rewind/fast
P – Z
A – O
3)
3)
PHONES jack qf
Remote sensor 3
Cassette compartment qa
Display window 2
4)
m/M (rewind/fast forward)
2)
4)
./> (go back/go
1) XR-EM220/XR-EM330 only.
2) XR-EM550 only.
1)
2)
3) XR-EM550/XR-EM330 only.
4) XR-EM220 only.
Z PUSH (tape open/close) q;
(15)
1
2
3 4
5
6
7
8
9
w;
ql
qk
qj
qh
qg
0
qa
qf
qdqs
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Remote control
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
A – O
P – Z
m/M (rewind/fast forward)
./> (go back/go forward)
CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2
XR-EM550/XR-EM330
w;
XR-EM220
w;
1
1
ql
qk
qj
qh
qg
qf
ql
qk
qj
qh
qg
qf
2
3
4
5
6
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
7
8
qd
qs
9
qd
qs
9
*
0
*
0
qa
* Button does not function with this model.
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