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The illustrations printed in this operation manual are for the model CD-SW300H. MINI COMPONENT SYSTEM CD-SW300H MODEL CD-SW300H CD-SW330H OPERATION MANUAL CD-SW330H...
Where plug destroyed immediately and disposed of in a safe manner. this is not possible, please visit our web-site www. sharp.co.uk/ Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted else- customersupport.
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Recording and playback of any material may require consent, For Spain: Please contact the established collection which SHARP is unable to give. Please refer particularly to the system or your local authority for take-back of your used provisions of the Copyright Act 1956, the Dramatic and Musical products.
Introduction Contents CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. To obtain the best Page performance from this product, please read this manual carefully. It General Information will guide you in operating your SHARP product. CD-SW300H Mini Component System consisting of CD-SW300H Precautions .
C (140 F) or to extremely low temperatures. causing damage. SHARP will not be held responsible for any dam- If your system does not work properly, disconnect the AC power age resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than that which lead from the wall socket.
System connections CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Make sure to unplug the AC power lead before any connections. Aerial connection (see page 11) FM aerial AM loop aerial Left speaker Subwoofer Right speaker AC INPUT Subwoofer Light-up wire Speaker light-up wire Speaker light-up wire...
CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Aerial connection Speaker Light-Up connection Supplied FM aerial: 1. Connect the speaker light-up wires to the SPEAKERS LIGHT-UP Connect the FM aerial wire to the FM sockets for speaker illumination. To turn off the speaker light-up AM loop...
System connections (continued) CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Placing the speaker system Demonstration mode There is no distinction between the right and left speakers. The first time the unit is plugged in, the unit will enter the demonstration mode. Left speaker Main unit Right speaker...
Remote control CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Battery installation Notes concerning use: Replace the batteries if the operating distance is reduced or if the Use 2 “AA” size batteries (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar). operation becomes erratic. Batteries are not included. Periodically clean the transmitter on the remote control and the sensor on the unit with a soft cloth.
General control CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Volume control Main unit operation: When the VOLUME control is turned clockwise, the volume will increase. When it is turned anti-clockwise, the vol- 0 ..30 MAXIMUM ume will decrease. Remote control operation: Press the VOLUME (+ or -) button to increase or decrease the volume.
Setting the clock (Remote control only) CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Press the button to adjust the hour and then press the MEMORY button. Press the button once to advance the time by 1 hour. Hold it down to advance continuously. Press the button to adjust the minutes and then press the MEMORY button.
Listening to a CD or MP3/WMA disc CD-SW300H CD-SW330H This system can play back a standard CD, CD-R/RW in the CD format and CD-R/RW with MP3 or WMA files, but cannot record on them. Some audio CD-R and CD-RW discs may not be playable due to the state of the disc or the device that was used for recording.
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CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Playback will begin from track 1 on disc 1. After that disc finishes Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. playing, the next disc will automatically play. After the last track on the fifth disc is played, the unit will stop Press the CD button.
Listening to a CD or MP3/WMA disc (continued) CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Various disc functions Notes for CD: Track up/track down is possible only within individual discs. Function Main unit Remote Operation Fast forward/fast reverse is possible only within individual discs. control...
Advanced CD or MP3/WMA disc playback CD-SW300H CD-SW330H To specify a disc to play Direct track search You can play a disc by specifying the disc number. By using the direct search buttons, the desired tracks on the current disc can be played.
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Advanced CD or MP3/WMA disc playback (continued) CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Repeat play Random play Repeat play can play all 5 discs, all tracks on a chosen disc, or a pro- The tracks on the disc(s) can be played in random order automatically.
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CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Programmed play To clear the programmed selections: Press the CLEAR/DIMMER button on the You can choose up to 32 selections for playback in the order you like. remote control whilst “MEMORY” Whilst in the stop mode, press indicator is flashing.
MP3/WMA navigation (only for MP3/WMA files) CD-SW300H CD-SW330H MP3/WMA navigation: You can search and play files by folder or title. For example, when you assign three titles to a file, enter genre (such as jazz) as title 1, album name as title 2, and music title as title 3 to search the file by any title.
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CD-SW300H CD-SW330H File search (by folder or title 1/2/3) Use the cursor button to scroll and select a folder You can search and play files by folder or title 1/2/3 within one MP3/ (or title), and then press the ENTER button.
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MP3/WMA navigation (only for MP3/WMA files) (continued) CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Character search (for folder or title 1/2/3) When finished, press the ENTER button. The unit search By entering a name, you can search files by folder or title 1/2/3 within es for the same name within folders (or titles).
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CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Programmed play (for folder, title 1/2/3) To check, add or delete programmed contents: In the stop mode, select a folder (or title) with the cursor Folders or titles can be programmed within one MP3/WMA disc. button. If the folder (or title) is programmed, “MEMORY” flashes.
Listening to the radio CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Tuning Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. Press the TUNER (BAND) button repeatedly to select the desired frequency band (FM or AM). Press the TUNING ( ) button to tune in to the desired station.
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CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Memorising a station To recall a memorised station You can store 40 AM and FM stations in memory and recall them at Press the PRESET ( ) button for less than 0.5 seconds to the push of a button. (Preset tuning) select the desired station.
Listening to a cassette tape (TAPE 1 or TAPE 2) CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Tape playback Before playback: For playback, use normal or low-noise tapes for Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. the best sound. (Metal or CrO tapes are not recommended.)
Main unit Remote Operation ensure that the desired material is properly recorded. control SHARP is not liable for damage or loss of your recording arising Playback Press in the stop from malfunction of this unit. mode. The volume and sound controls can be adjusted with no effect on the recorded signal (Variable Sound Monitor).
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Recording on a cassette tape (continued) CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Recording from a CD or MP3/WMA disc Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. Press the CD button. Load a cassette into the TAPE 2 cassette compartment with the side to be recorded on facing you.
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CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Dubbing from tape to tape To perform programmed recording: You can record from TAPE 1 to TAPE 2. 1 Programme discs and tracks (see page 21). 2 Press the button. Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
Using the Radio Data System (RDS) CD-SW300H CD-SW330H RDS is a broadcasting service which a growing number of FM Information provided by RDS stations provide. These FM stations send additional signals Each time the RDS DISPLAY button is pressed, the display will along with their regular programme signals.
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CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Using the Auto Station Programme Memory (ASPM) Whilst in the ASPM operation mode, the tuner will automatically search for new RDS stations. Up to 40 stations can be stored. If you have already stored some stations in memory, the number of new stations you can store will be less.
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Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (continued) CD-SW300H CD-SW330H To stop the ASPM operation before it is completed: Notes: Press the RDS ASPM button whilst it is scanning for stations. The same station name can be stored in different channels.
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CD-SW300H CD-SW330H To recall stations in memory To specify programmed types and select stations (PTY search): You can search a station by specifying the programme type (news, sports, traffic programme, etc..see pages 36 - 37) from the stations in memory.
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Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (continued) CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Notes: Descriptions of the PTY (programme Type) codes, TP (Traffic If the display has stopped flashing, start again from step 2. If the programme) and TA (Traffic Announcement). unit finds a desired programme type, the corresponding channel You can search for and receive the following PTY, TP and TA signals.
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CD-SW300H CD-SW330H LIGHT M Classical music for general, rather than specialist COUNTRY Songs which originate from, or continue the musical appreciation. Examples of music in this category are tradition of the American Southern States. Charac- instrumental music, and vocal or choral works.
Timer and sleep operation (Remote control only) CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Timer playback: The unit turns on and plays the desired source (CD, MP3 disc, tuner, tape) at a preset time. Timer recording: The unit turns on and starts recording from the tuner at the preset time.
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CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Within 10 seconds, press the button to Switch input with the button, and then select “ONCE SET” or “DAILY SET”, and press the press the MEMORY button. MEMORY button. To select the timer playback source: CD, TUNER, TAPE 1 or TAPE 2.
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Timer and sleep operation (Remote control only) (continued) CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Checking the timer setting in the timer stand-by mode: When the preset time is reached, playback or recording 1 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button. will start. 2 Within 10 seconds, press the button to select “ONCE”...
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CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Sleep operation To cancel the sleep operation: Press the ON/STAND-BY button whilst “SLEEP” is indicated. The radio, CD, MP3/WMA disc and cassette tape can all be turned To cancel the sleep operation without setting the unit to the stand-by off automatically.
Enhancing your system CD-SW300H CD-SW330H The connection lead is not included. Purchase a commercially Listening to playback sounds of Game, VCR, available lead as shown below. DVD, etc. Connect a video game system, VCR, DVD, etc. to the front GAME or VCR, DVD, etc.
If something is wrong with this product, check the following before volume. calling your authorised SHARP dealer or service centre. Be sure your headphones have a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter plug and impedance between 16 and 50 ohms. The recommended General impedance is 32 ohms.
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Troubleshooting chart (continued) CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Cassette deck Tuner Symptom Possible cause Symptom Possible cause Cannot record. erase-prevention The radio makes unusual Is the unit placed near the TV or removed? noises continuously. computer? Cannot record tracks with Is it a normal tape? (You cannot Is the FM aerial or AM loop aerial proper sound quality.
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CD-SW300H CD-SW330H If trouble occurs Before transporting the unit When this product is subjected to strong external interference (me- Remove all CDs from the unit. Make sure there is no CD in the disc chanical shock, excessive static electricity, abnormal supply voltage tray.
CD-SW300H CD-SW330H Cleaning the tape-handling parts As part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product Dirty heads, capstans or pinch rollers can cause poor sound and improvement without prior notice. The performance specification tape jams.
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RMS: 156 W (78 W +78 W) (0.9% T.H.D) 5 cm (2") tweeter Subwoofer: 16 cm (6-5/16") woofer RMS: 200 W (10% T.H.D) Maximum input power CD-SW300H 200 W RMS: 166 W (0.9% T.H.D) Maximum input power CD-SW330H 230 W Output power Front Speaker: CD-SW330H RMS: 230 W (115 W + 115 W) (10% T.H.D)
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3. To benefit from this guarantee, any fault which occurs must be notified to Sharp, or its appointed Service Facility within one year from the date this product was purchased. Proof of purchase must be provided.