Fr-x7a D-sx7a Instruction Manual

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CD/MD TUNER AMPLIFIER FR-X7A SPEAKER SYSTEM D-SX7A Contents 2 Introduction 3 Connections 12 Setting the Clock 19 Playing a Disc 20 Recording 29 Instruction Manual Settings for Recording 37 Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo CD/MD TUNER AMPLIFIER. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and turning on the power. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening pleasure from your new CD/MD TUNER AMPLIFIER. Please retain this manual for future reference. MD Group Function 44 Naming 52 Preset Channels Editing Tracks 50 55 Timer Function 60 Troubleshooting 68 Miscellaneous 71 En Table of contents Basic Advanced Introduction Connecting External Components Main Features/Supplied Accessories ............... 3 Care and Handling............................................ 6 Precautions for Handling MiniDiscs (MDs) ....... 7 Part Names and Functions ............................... 8 Preparing the Remote Controller.................... 11 Connecting AV Components .......................... 15 Connecting a subwoofer ................................. 15 Connecting a stereo cassette tape deck..........15 Connecting a compact disc recorder .............. 16 Connecting a DVD player ............................... 17 Customizing the Source Names ..................... 66 Connection Connecting Antenna ....................................... 12 Connecting Speakers ..................................... 14 Adjusting the Tone.......................................... 40 Common Operations Understanding Common Operations .............. 18 Setting the Clock Setting the Clock ............................................ 19 Advanced Features Using the Timer Functions.............................. 60 Advanced Features Various Ways to Play CDs and MDs .............. 41 Playing a Disc Playing a CD................................................... 20 Playing an MD ................................................ 22 Listening to the Radio Programming AM/FM Stations One by One — Preset Write....................................... 24 Programming FM Stations Automatically — Auto Preset........................................ 26 Listening to an AM/FM Station ....................... 27 Changing the AM/FM Preset Channels .......... 50 Naming an MD and its Tracks, and Preset Channels.............................. 52 Advanced Features • Manually tuning a broadcast station • If FM reception is not good Recording Advanced Features Dubbing CD to MD at Double Speed .......... 31 Specified track dubbing ............................... 32 Dubbing only specified tracks ...................... 32 MD Group CD dubbing................................. 33 Fade Out dubbing......................................... 33 Recording an AM/FM Broadcast Program to an MD .................................................34 Recording from another Onkyo System (Synchro Recording) ...............................35 Recording from a Connected External Device to an MD (Signal Synchro Recording) ....36 Ad Fe van at ce ur d es 53 37 37 38 38 39 Editing Tracks d Fe at ur 67 67 68 71 About the recording indicators ........................ Selecting a recording mode (MDLP)............... Adjusting the recording level........................... Selecting digital or analog recording from CD to MD ....................................... Numbering the songs — Level Sync .............. Using the MD Group Function ........................ 44 Editing Groups ................................................ 46 MD Group Functions (Playing MD Groups) .... 49 ce Miscellaneous 2 52 53 53 MD Group Function Ad va n Messages ....................................................... System Limitations ......................................... Troubleshooting.............................................. Specifications ................................................. Entering a name........................................... Correcting and erasing a character.............. Inserting a character .................................... Erasing the name assigned to a preset channel ............................. Setting for Recording Recording Types ............................................ 29 Dubbing CD to MD (CD Dubbing) .................. 30 • • • • • • • • • es Erasing all tracks on an MD – All Erase ......... 55 Erasing a selected track – Erase .................... 56 Moving the selected track – Move .................. 57 Dividing a selected track – Divide................... 58 Combining selected tracks – Combine ............59 Main Features • DLA Link (Digital Rec Level Adjustment) function automatically adjusts the recording level of CD-toMD dubbing. • Adjustable digital recording volume level • Supports MDLP extended recording mode (2X/4X) • Double-speed CD-to-MD dubbing function • Sampling rate converter • Title function facilitates naming MDs. • Optical digital OUT connectors • WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology), the potential next-generation broad-band media. • The Group function enables you to organize tracks into groups. • Multiple external IN connectors (CD-R, TAPE, LINE) • A tuner enables you to program up to 30 preset stations into memory. • S.BASS function for low-end adjustment * * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. The letter displayed at the end of the product name found in catalogs and on package represents the color of the FR-X7A or DSX7A. Though the color varies, the specifications and operations are the same. Supplied Accessories Check to ensure that the following accessories are supplied with this unit. The number of each accessory item is indicated in brackets. • Remote controller – RC-528S [1] • 75/300 ohm antenna adapter [1] • Batteries (size AA/R6) [2] • Indoor FM antenna (aerial) [1] • Indoor AM antenna (aerial) [1] • Instruction Manual (this manual) [1] D-SX7A • Speakers System D-SX7A [2] • Speaker cables [2] 3 WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING AVIS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Important Safety Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 4 Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, PORTABLE CART WARNING bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long peri- S3125A ods of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. Damage Requiring Service Unplug the apparatus form the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the apparatus, C. If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or water, D. If the apparatus does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the apparatus to its normal operation, E. If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in any way, and F. When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service. 16. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the apparatus through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or shortout parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus. Don’t put candles or other burning objects on top of this unit. 17. Batteries Always consider the environmental issues and follow local regulations when disposing of batteries. 18. If you install the apparatus in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or rack, ensure that there is adequate ventilation. Leave 20 cm (8") of free space at the top and sides and 10 cm (4") at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf or board above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm (4") away from the rear panel or wall, creating a flue-like gap for warm air to escape. Precautions 1. Recording Copyright Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is illegal without permission of the copyright holder. 2. AC Fuse The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not user-serviceable. If power does not come on, contact your Onkyo authorized service station. 3. Power WARNING BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY. The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz) written on the rear panel. Setting the STANDBY button to standby mode does not shut off the power completely. 4. Do not touch this unit with wet hands. Do not handle this unit or power cord when your hands are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid enters the case, take this unit to an authorized service center for inspection. 5. Location of this unit Place this unit in a well-ventilated location. Take special care to provide plenty of ventilation on all sides of this unit especially when it is placed in an audio rack. If ventilation is blocked, this unit may overheat and malfunction. Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or heating units as this unit's internal temperature may rise and shorten the life of the pickup. Avoid damp and dusty places and places directly affected by vibrations from the speakers. In particular, avoid placing the unit on or above one of the speakers. Be sure this unit is placed in a horizontal position. Never place it on its side or on a slanted surface as it may malfunction. Do not place this unit near tuners or TV sets. If placed next to a TV or tuner, it may cause reception interference resulting in some noise in the TV or tuner output. 6. Care From time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and the cabinet with a soft cloth. For heavier dirt, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, dampen a soft cloth in a weak solution of mild detergent and water, wring it out dry, and wipe off the dirt. Following this, dry the unit immediately with a clean cloth. Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemical solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish or remove the panel lettering. 7. Points to remember If this unit is brought from a cold environment to a warm one or is in a cold room that is quickly heated, condensation may form on the pickup, preventing proper operation. In this case, remove the disc and leave the power ON for about one hour to remove the condensation. When transporting this unit, be careful not to bump it. US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. This unit contains a semiconductor laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read this Instruction Manual carefully. In case of any trouble, please contact the store where you purchased the unit. To prevent being exposed to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT ” DANGER: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK FAILED OR DEFEATED. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. CAUTION: THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. This label on the left hand panel states that: 1. This unit is a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and employs a laser inside the cabinet. 2. To prevent the laser from being exposed, do not remove the cover. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. 5 Care and Handling Precautions for Handling Compact Discs (CDs) Speaker care Wipe the cabinet occasionally with a dry, soft cloth. For heavier dirt, after dampening a soft cloth in a weak solution of mild detergent and water and wringing it out thoroughly, wipe off the dirt. Then, dry the unit immediately with a clean cloth. Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other solvents, since these could damage the finish, remove the panel lettering, or cause discoloration. If you are using a chemical cloth, always follow the instructions that come with the cloth. For dust accumulated on grilles, use a vacuum cleaner or brush off the dust. Using the speakers with a TV set or computer In general, Braun tubes used for color television sets and computers are extremely sensitive and can be affected even by the magnetism of the earth. If a speaker system is used near them, therefore, discoloration or distortion of pictures will occur. To permit use with a color television set or computer, this speaker system features magnetic shielding. Even so, discoloration may still result, depending on the installation environment. If discoloration occurs, turn off the power to the television set or computer, wait for 15 to 30 minutes and then turn it on again. This activates the self-demagnetizing function of the television set or computer, improving the display condition. Important notes on handling CDs • Carefully lift the disc from the disc case, making sure to hold the disc by its edges or the hole in the middle. • You can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe dust and fingerprints off the surface of CDs. Do not use volatile agents, such as thinner or benzene, on discs. Also, do not use conventional record cleaner or antistatic agents. Notes • Do not place CDs in direct sunlight or in locations subject to high humidity or low temperature. • Do not store a CD in the unit’s disc tray for a long period of time. Playable discs This unit can play the following types of discs. Note If discoloration persists even after you perform this remedy, move the speaker away from the television set or computer. Discoloration may also be caused when a magnet or other magnetizing object is placed near the television or computer. Disc mark Audio CDs Contents Disc size Audio 12 cm 8 cm (CD single) You cannot play discs other than those listed above. Precautions on speaker use This speaker system can handle the specified input power when it is used for ordinary music reproduction. However, if the following abnormal signals are fed to the speaker, the internal circuits may be overloaded, resulting in burning or breakage of the wires even if the input power is below the specified rating. • Noise produced when FM station is not tuned in. • Sound produced when fast-forwarding cassette tape deck • High-frequency sound generated by an oscillator, electronic musical instruments, etc. • Oscillating amplifier signals • Special test signals produced by an audio test CD, etc. • Sound produced when connecting or disconnecting audio connection cables. (Always turn off the amplifier’s power before connecting or disconnecting cables.) • Feedback when a microphone is used About memory preservation 6 This unit features an auxiliary power source to preserve memory presets from being erased during power outage. If the power cable is disconnected, this unit preserves memory for about two weeks. Avoid using heart-shaped or octagonal discs. Playing irregularly-shaped discs may damage the internal mechanism of the unit. Do not use discs that carry a residue from adhesive tape, rental discs that have peeling labels, or discs that have custom labels or stickers. Otherwise, you may not be able to eject the discs, or the unit may become inoperative. About playing copy-controlled CDs Some copy-controlled CDs may not conform to official CD standards. They are special discs and may not play on the FR-X7A. Do not use discs that are not audio discs (i.e., CDROMs designed for use with personal computers), as these could damage the speakers and amplifier. Precautions for Handling MiniDiscs (MDs) There are two types of MiniDiscs: playback-only discs and recordable discs. If you record data on a disc that has already been recorded, the data will be added after the last track on the disc and numbered accordingly. Information regarding the recording, track names, disc names and edits will be written to the TOC (Table of Contents). Do not disconnect the power cord or shake the unit in the following situations. Otherwise, the data will not be written correctly. • When the TOC indicator is lit: The information to be written into the TOC is currently stored in memory on the FR-X7A. Lit • When the TOC indicator is flashing: The information is being written to the MD. Flash Guide to the Serial Copy Management System You cannot record data digitally from an MD (that has been digitally recorded) to another MD. The FR-X7A is a digital audio device that conforms to the Serial Copy Management System (SCMS) standard. This standard allows copying of digital data only once between digital AV devices, and includes the following three rules: • Rule 1 You can record data to an MD via the digital input of an SCMS-equipped digital audio component from CDs, DATs, or certain MDs. However, you cannot record data to an MD via a digital input from media that has already been recorded via a digital input on an SCMS-equipped digital audio component. Protecting recordings from accidental erasure You can protect your MDs from accidental recording by sliding the record-protect tab on the MDs to open the record-protect window. To make the MDs recordable again, close the record-protect tab. Record-protect tab Record-protect (open) Recordable (closed) Do not touch the disc in the cartridge directly with your fingers. Do not open the shutter by hand. Doing so may damage the disc. Storage location Avoid storing MDs in a place subject to direct sunlight, high temperature, or high humidity. If the unit will not be used for an extended period of time Remove the MD from the unit to prevent dust from entering the MD cartridge. When the MD is in the unit, the shutter of the MD cartridge remains open. Regular care Use a dry cloth to wipe off dust and dirt that may have accumulated on the cartridge surface. • Rule 2 You can record via the digital input of an SCMS-equipped digital audio component to an MD from an MD on which an analog recording or FM broadcast was recorded via an analog input. However, you cannot record digital data on an MD to another MD via a digital input. You can record data infinitely from one MD to another MD as long as the MD recorders are connected via analog input and output connectors. • Rule 3 If you are using a DAT deck or an MD recorder that supports 32kHz or 48kHz sampling frequencies, you can digitally record digital audio signals from satellite broadcasts. In this case, you can copy the data onto other digital media. However, some satellite receivers may not allow second-generation digital copying. 7 Part Names and Functions Front panel J K L 1 2 M 3 N O P Q R 4 5 6 S T 7 U 8 V W 9 1 MD disc slot Insert an MD in this slot. 2 Remote control sensor Receives signals from the remote controller. 3 MD REC button Places the MD player into Record Standby mode. 4 CD DUBBING button Starts the CD dubbing operation. 5 CD disc tray Place a CD in the disc tray. 6 STANDBY/ON button Press this button to turn on the power to the unit or place the unit in Standby mode. 7 STANDBY indicator Lights up in Standby mode. 8 PHONES jack Connect a headphone mini plug here. 9 REC MODE button Accesses Record Mode settings. J MD button Ejects a loaded MD. K MD button Stops MD playback or recording. L MD / button Starts or pauses MD playback or recording. When you press this button during playback, the unit is placed in Pause mode. M VOLUME control Adjusts the volume level. 8 N CD button Ejects a loaded CD. O CD button Stops CD playback. P CD / button Starts or pauses CD playback.When you press this button during playback, the unit enters Pause mode. Q MULTI JOG dial Turn the dial to select a preset channel or playback track. Press it to confirm the current setting. R EDIT/NO/CLEAR button Enables you to adjust settings for recording and playback, and select editing operations. It also cancels the displayed setting. S YES/MODE button Press this button to confirm the displayed settings for recording, playback, and other editing operations. T TIMER button Press this button to enable the Timer function. U DISPLAY button Each time you press this button, the information on the display changes. This button also enables you to select the input character type. V INPUT/CURSOR buttons Enable you to select an input source. Alternatively, they enable you to insert, correct, or erase characters. W GROUP button Use this button for Group recording/playback. Part Names and Functions—Continued Display FM reception SOURCE information indicator CD indicator TIMER indicator MD indicator Multi-purpose display MD/CD setting indicators AM/FM tuning indicator S.BASS indicator CH (channel) indicator Recording level indicator CD/MD indicator MUTING indicator LEVEL-SYNC indicator DIGITAL indicator MDLP indicator Playback mode indicators CD operation indicators TOC indicator TIMER type indicators MD operation indicators Light up when a timer or sleep timer is activated. : Lights up when timer recording is set. DUB indicator Numbers: Light up when Timers 1-4 are set. Remote controller SLEEP button STANDBY/ON button Switches between power standby and on. Used to program the Sleep timer, which turns off the power to the unit at a specified time. INPUT button Alpha-numeric/symbol buttons Used to name a disc or track. They also select a track or sort tracks for Memory playback. GROUP button Used to select a group. / buttons Selects the previous or next track. Each time you press one of these buttons, the track number skips forward or backward. These buttons also select preset stations. / button Fast-forward or reverse the track being played. These buttons also move the cursor when you input characters or tune in a broadcast station. CD operation buttons Each time you press this button, the input source switches. NAME button Used to input characters. DISPLAY button Each time you press this button, the information on the display changes. It also selects the character input type. SCROLL button Scrolls the displayed characters. It also selects the character input type when you input a name. ENTER button Press this button to input a character. CLEAR button : Pauses playback. : Stops playback. Cancels the memory or settings, and erases a character. : Starts playback. MODE button MD operation buttons : Pauses playback or recording. : Stops playback or recording. : Starts playback or resumes recording. Operation buttons for an Onkyo CD recorder : Pauses playback or recording. : Stops playback or recording. : Starts playback or resumes recording. Operation buttons for an Onkyo DVD player Switches FM reception mode. It also switches between CD and MD play mode. CLOCK button Press this button to display the current time. REPEAT button Repeats MD or CD playback. SURROUND button Does not function with this model. S.BASS button : Pauses playback. : Stops playback. Adjusts the low end bass range. : Starts playback. MUTING button Operation buttons for an Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck : Plays the B side. Lowers the volume level temporarily. VOLUME / buttons Adjust the volume level. : Stops playback, recording, fast-forward, or rewind. : Plays the A side. 9 Part Names and Functions—Continued Speakers Tweeter Grille attachment pin Woofer Attaching and detaching the speaker grilles Grille This speaker system uses detachable grilles. Use the following method to attach or detach the grilles. 1. While holding the bottom edge of the speaker grille with both hands, pull it gently toward you to remove the bottom of the grille. 2. In the same way, gently pull the upper edge of the speaker grille toward you to remove it from the main unit. 3. To replace the grille, push the holders at the four corners into the grille attachment pins on the speaker cabinet. Cabinet The speakers are symmetrical. Locate them as you desire. Tip If you locate the speakers so that the tweeters are on the outside, the stereo field will be widened. If the tweeters are on the inside, the audio will sound more direct and tighter. 10 Detaching Attaching Preparing the Remote Controller Inserting the batteries 1 Using the remote controller Detach the battery cover. Point the remote controller toward the remote control sensor. Remote control sensor 5m ) out Ab 6 feet (1 2 Insert the two R6 (size AA) batteries. Be sure to match the + and – ends of the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment. 3 Attach the battery cover. Notes • Do not mix new batteries with old batteries. Do not mix different kinds of batteries. • To avoid corrosion, remove the batteries if the remote controller is not to be used for a long period of time. • Remove dead batteries immediately to avoid damage from corrosion. If the remote controller does not operate smoothly, replace both batteries at the same time. • The life of the batteries supplied is about six months but will vary depending on usage. Notes • Place the unit away from strong light such as direct sunlight or inverted fluorescent light, which can prevent proper operation of the remote controller. • Using another remote controller of the same type in the same room or using the unit near equipment that uses infrared rays may cause operational interference. • Do not put any object, such as a book, on the remote controller. The buttons of the remote controller may accidentally be pressed and drain the batteries. • Make sure the audio rack doors do not have colored glass. Placing the unit behind such doors may prevent proper remote controller operation. • If there is an obstacle between the remote controller and the remote control sensor, the remote controller will not operate. 11 Connecting Antenna This chapter explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna, and how to connect commercially available outdoor FM and AM antennas. AM antenna push terminal FM antenna connector DIGITAL ANTENNA FM 75 IN SUB WOOFER Connecting the AM loop antenna The supplied indoor AM loop antenna is for indoor use only. 1 Assemble the AM loop antenna, inserting the tabs into the base, as shown. 2 Connect both wires of the AM loop antenna to the AM push terminals, as shown. SPEAKERS R L OUT AM R OPTICAL L PRE OUT IN LINE OUT TAPE IN OUT CD/MD TUNER AMPLIFIER CDR IN OUT IN REMOTE CONTROL R L PROCESSOR Connecting the indoor FM antenna The supplied indoor FM antenna is for indoor use only. 1 Attach the FM antenna, as shown. FM 75 Insert the plug fully into the socket. Once your FR-X7A is ready for use, you’ll need to tune into an FM radio station and adjust the position of the FM antenna to achieve the best possible reception. 2 (The antenna’s wires are not polarity sensitive, so they can be connected to either terminal). Make sure that the wires are attached securely and that the push terminals are gripping the bare wires, not the insulation. Push Insert wire Release Use thumbtacks or something similar to fix the FM antenna into position. AM Thumbtacks, etc. Caution: Be careful that you don’t injure yourself when using thumbtacks. If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead (see page 13). 12 Once your FR-X7A is ready for use, you’ll need to tune to an AM radio station and adjust the position of the AM antenna to achieve the best possible reception. Keep the antenna as far away as possible from your FR-X7A, TV, speaker cables, and power cords. If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor AM loop antenna, try using it with a commercially available outdoor AM antenna (see page 13). Connecting Antenna—Continued Connecting an outdoor FM antenna 3 If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead. Move the small wire inside the adapter from position A to position B, as shown. Position A Wire Position B FM 75 4 Notes • Outdoor FM antennas work best outside, but usable results can sometimes be obtained when installed in an attic or loft. • For best results, install the outdoor FM antenna well away from tall buildings, preferably with a clear line of sight to your local FM transmitter. • Outdoor antenna should be located away from possible noise sources, such as neon signs, busy roads, etc. • For safety reasons, outdoor antenna should be situated well away from power lines and other high-voltage equipment. • Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance with local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards. Insert the central conductor (1), as shown, and use a small pair of pliers to clamp the shielding and outer insulation sections of the cable (2), as shown. 1 ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ 2 Make sure the shielding is not touching the central conductor. Using the 75/300-ohm antenna adapter 5 The 75/300-ohm antenna adapter can be used to connect an FM antenna using either 75-ohm coaxial cable or 300-ohm twin-core flat cable. Using a TV/FM antenna splitter Refit the adapter’s cover, then plug the adapter into the 75Ω socket. It’s best not to use the same antenna for both FM and TV reception, as this can cause interference problems. If circumstances demand it, use a TV/FM antenna splitter, as shown. Connecting a 300-ohm flat cable 1 Using a screwdriver, loosen the two screws on the adapter, wrap the bare wires around the screws, and then retighten them, as shown. TV/FM antenna splitter To FR-X7A 2 To TV (or VCR) Plug the adapter into the 75Ω socket. Connecting an outdoor AM antenna Connecting a 75-ohm coaxial cable 1 ✦ ✦ ✦ Strip and prepare the 75 ohm coaxial cable, as shown. 15 mm If good reception cannot be achieved using the supplied AM loop antenna, an outdoor AM antenna can be used in addition to the loop antenna, as shown. Outdoor antenna (aerial) 6 3 6 mm mm mm ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ Insulated antenna cable 1/4" 1/8" 1/4" 5/8" 2 Using your fingernails or a small screwdriver, press the adapter’s tabs outward and remove the cover, as shown. AM loop antenna AM Outdoor AM antennas work best when installed outside horizontally, but good results can sometimes be obtained indoors by mounting the antenna horizontally above a window. Note that the AM loop antenna should remain connected. Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance with local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards. 13 Connecting Speakers Connecting the speakers • Connect the right channel speaker to the R speaker connector on the FR-X7A, and the left channel speaker to the L speaker connector. • Connect the “+” connector on each speaker to the “+” connectors on the FR-X7A, and connect the “–” connector on each speaker to the “–” connectors on the FR-X7A. Use the red wires of the included speaker cables to connect the “+” connectors. Right channel speaker Left channel speaker 1. Peel the insulation to expose about 10 mm of the core wire and twist the core wire. Red wire 2. Pull down the lever and insert the tip of the speaker cable. SPEAKERS R L DIGITAL ANTENNA FM 75 IN SUB WOOFER SPEAKERS R L OUT AM R OPTICAL L PRE OUT IN Speaker cable LINE OUT TAPE IN OUT 3. Release the lever to affix the wire CD/MD TUNER AMPLIFIER CDR IN OUT IN REMOTE CONTROL R L PROCESSOR • To prevent damage to circuits, never short-circuit the positive (+) and negative (–) speaker wires. • Do not connect the speaker cord to the L and R connectors at the same time (i.e., 1). Do not connect more than two speaker connectors to the same speaker (i.e., 2). i.e., 1 i.e., 2 + SPEAKERS R — — L + + SPEAKERS R — — L + Placement The sound quality a speaker system reproduces varies greatly depending on room construction and area of the room in which it is installed, as well as the location and size of the furniture. For better-quality sound, observe the following precautions. • Placing the speaker system directly on the floor can result in undesirable boom, that is, sound with extremely heavy bass. Place each speaker on a speaker stand, concrete blocks, bricks or a rigid bookshelf. • High-quality bass sound cannot be obtained if the speakers are not seated on a stable speaker stand or other base. • Insert thin discs of cork or metal (such as coins) to stabilize the speakers. • To obtain a deeper bass sound, mount the speakers on lower speaker stands and place them in front of a wall of sufficient rigidity. • In many rooms, the furniture and walls affect the reproduced sound quality. For stereo sound reproduction, placing the right and left speakers in the same relative position produces the best results. If they are placed in extremely different positions, the right- and left- channel balance will be adversely affected. • The ideal placement of the speaker system is as follows: Imagine an equilateral triangle and position the right and left speakers on both ends of the base. The ideal listening position is at or slightly to the rear of the triangle apex. • Glazed doors or surrounding walls in front of the speaker system may resonate specific frequency ranges due to reflected sound. To eliminate this resonance, place some sound-absorbing material, such as a thick curtain, in front of the doors or walls. Tip 14 • The speaker cabinet is made of wood and is therefore sensitive to extreme temperatures and humidity. Avoid placing the speakers in locations subject to direct sunlight, or in smoky or humid places. • Place the unit on a rigid, level surface. Connecting AV Components Connect the white plugs of the audio cables to the L jacks and connect the red plugs of the audio cables to the R jacks. Tip The source names appearing in the display can be customized for the connected component (see page 66). Connecting a subwoofer The FR-X7A has a SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack. Connect an active subwoofer (a subwoofer that contains an amplifier). FR-X7A Active subwoofer (with a built-in amplifier) DIGITAL ANTENNA FM 75 IN SPEAKERS SUB WOOFER R L OUT AM R OPTICAL L PRE OUT IN LINE SUB WOOFER OUT TAPE IN OUT PRE OUT CD/MD TUNER AMPLIFIER CDR IN OUT IN REMOTE CONTROL R : Signal flow L PROCESSOR Connecting an Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck The following diagram illustrates how to connect an optional Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck. Connect the FR-X7A TAPE OUT jacks to the tape deck’s INPUT (REC) jacks, and the FR-X7A TAPE IN jacks to the tape deck’s OUTPUT (PLAY) jacks. Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck rear panel FR-X7A’s rear panel red INPUT OUTPUT (REC) (PLAY) REMOTE CONTROL L white white RCA/phono audio cable R red cable supplied with the Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck white red red white REMOTE CONTROL : Signal flow Notes • Do not place objects on the unit as they may interfere with proper ventilation. • Follow the rules for digital recording, “Guide to the Serial Copy Management System”(see page 7). • Audio plugs must be connected securely. Incomplete connection will not reproduce sound. Improper connection Insert completely What does connecting an Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck using an cable enable you to do? • You can control a connected Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck using the supplied remote controller. You also need to connect the RCA/phono audio cable. • To operate the system, the source name in the display should be TAPE. (Since the default source name in the display is TAPE, you do not need to change the setting. See page 66 for further information. • When the connected Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck plays back, the Input Selector on the FR-X7A is automatically switched to TAPE. • Synchro recording operations (see page 35). 15 Connecting AV Components—Continued DIGITAL ANTENNA FM 75 Optical digital audio output connector SUB WOOFER IN SPEAKERS R L OUT Protective cap for the optical digital audio connector AM R OPTICAL L PRE OUT IN Remove the protective cap before you use the OPTICAL DIGITAL OUTPUTconnector. Please retain it for future use. If you do not use the optical digital audio connector, make sure the cap is in place. LINE OUT TAPE IN Jacks for analog connections OUT CD/MD TUNER AMPLIFIER CDR IN OUT IN REMOTE CONTROL connector REMOTE CONTROL R L PROCESSOR Connecting an Onkyo compact disc recorder The following diagram illustrates how to connect an optional Onkyo compact disc recorder. Connect the FR-X7A CDR OUT jacks to the disc recorder’s IN (REC) jacks. Connect the FR-X7A CDR IN jacks to the disc recorder’s OUT (PLAY) jacks. About the OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT connector You can connect a CD or DAT recorder that has an optical digital audio input to the FR-X7A for digital recording. Use a standard optical digital audio cable for connection. Digital recording is allowed only for the first generation. (See “Guide to the Serial Copy Management System” on page 7.) FR-X7A’s rear panel DIGITAL IN OUT OPTICAL RCA/phono audio cable Jacks on the compact disc recorder's rear panel Optical digital audio cable IN (REC) red white red red white DIGITAL INPUT ANALOG white OUT (PLAY) REMOTE CONTROL L L R R OPTICAL 1 2 white OUT IN REMOTE CONTROL R An cable that comes with the compact disc recorder red L PROCESSOR : Signal flow The jack connection enables you to use the following functions: • You can control a connected Onkyo compact disc recorder using the supplied remote controller. You also need to connect the RCA/phono audio cable. • To operate the system, the source name in the display should be CD-R. (Since the default source name in the display is CD-R, you do not need to change the setting. See page 66 for further information.) • When the connected Onkyo compact disc recorder plays back, the Input Selector on the FR-X7A is automatically switched to CD-R. 16 Connecting AV Components—Continued Connecting an Onkyo DVD player The following diagram illustrates how to connect an optional Onkyo DVD player. Connect the FR-X7A LINE IN jacks to the DVD player’s analog audio OUTPUT jacks. FR-X7A’s rear panel Onkyo DVD player rear panel white red red white RCA/phono audio cable OUT IN REMOTE CONTROL R cable supplied with the Onkyo DVD player L PROCESSOR : Signal flow What does connecting an Onkyo DVD player using an cable enable you to do? • You can control a connected Onkyo DVD player using the supplied remote controller. You also need to connect the RCA/phono audio cable. • To operate the system, you need to change the source name in the display to DVD (see page 66). (The default source name in the display is LINE.) • When the connected Onkyo DVD player plays back, the Input Selector on the FR-X7A is automatically switched to DVD. About the LINE jacks In addition to the previous examples, a laser disc player, satellite broadcast tuner, or VCR may also be connected. Connect the analog audio output jacks to the unit’s LINE IN jacks using the audio connection cable. 17 Connecting the Power Cord When the power cord is connected to the AC outlet, the FR-X7A enters Standby mode. The STANDBY indicator lights up. To wall outlet STANDBY indicator Understanding Common Operations Turning the unit on and off VOLUME Press STANDBY/ON on the unit or on the remote controller. If you press the same button again, the unit will turn off and enter Standby mode. INPUT buttons Tip When you start playing (or turn on the power to) an Onkyo CD recorder or cassette tape deck that is connected to the FR-X7A via an cable and RCA/phono audio cables, the power to the FR-X7A is automatically turned on. Also, if you turn on or off the power to the FR-X7A, the power to such a device is automatically turned on or off (standby). STANDBY/ON STANDBY indicator Adjusting the volume STANDBY/ ON INPUT buttons Operating with the unit Turn VOLUME clockwise to increase the volume or counterclockwise to decrease the volume. Using the remote controller Press VOLUME VOLUME / / on the remote controller. Selecting a source You can select CD, MD, FM, AM, or connected external audio/video equipment (CD-R, TAPE, LINE, DIGITAL) as the audio source. To select the audio source, press the INPUT or button repeatedly. CD DIGITAL 18 MD LINE FM AM TAPE CD-R Setting the Clock You can select either the 12-hour or 24-hour display. (This section explains how to set the time based on the 24-hour display.) DISPLAY DISPLAY button EDIT/ NO/CLEAR 1 2-6 1 2 Press TIMER repeatedly until “Clock” appears in the display. 6 Press MULTI JOG to start the clock. You can also use the ENTER button on the remote controller. It can be helpful to synchronize with an accurate time source. Press MULTI JOG. The clock starts operating and a dot indicating seconds starts to flash. You can now set the day of the week. 3 Turn MULTI JOG to select the current day of the week. To cancel the clock setting Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR. Checking the time and the day of the week To check the time and the day of the week, press CLOCK on the remote controller. 4 Press MULTI JOG to confirm the setting. CLOCK The clock appears for eight seconds in Standby mode. You can now set the time. 5 Turn MULTI JOG to set the current time. You can also use the number buttons on the remote controller. To switch between the 12-hour and 24hour displays Press DISPLAY while the current time is indicated on the display. To display the current time while the unit is in Standby mode To switch between the am and pm indicators, press the --/--- button on the remote controller. First turn on the power to the unit, then press and hold down the STANDBY/ON button for more than two seconds. To cancel the current time indication, press and hold down the STANDBY/ON button for more than two seconds while the power is on. 19 Playing a CD 1- 1 DISPLAY 1- 2 2 , button MULTI JOG 1 Tip Insert a CD (Compact Disc). CD If the unit is in Standby mode, it 1 Press CD to extend the disc tray turns on automatically when you 2 Place the CD in the tray with the label side facing up. press CD . If you play a CD single, place it in the center circle of the tray. 2 Press CD / to start playback. The disc tray retracts and playback starts. Playing track number The elapsed playing time To stop playback Press CD . Playback automatically stops when the last track has been played. To pause SOURCE TRACK ELAPSED Press CD / . “ ” lights up in the display. To resume playback, press CD / again. To take out the CD Press CD Selecting the track to play • To locate the beginning of the playing track, turn MULTI JOG counterclockwise slightly. If you turn it further, you can select the previous tracks in reverse order. • Rotate the dial counter-clockwise while the unit is stopped to select the previous track. • Press the dial while the unit is stopped to start playback. • A CD track can also be selected and played back by pressing MULTI JOG while the CD is playing or stopped. Each press skips one track ahead. 20 to extend the disc tray. Locating a particular point in a track using the remote controller Press and hold to fast forward, and to fast reverse during playback or pause until you locate the desired point. Playing a CD—Continued Changing the display information Press DISPLAY on the unit repeatedly to change the display as follows: • During playback or pause • While the CD is stopped Total number of tracks Total playing time The elapsed time of the playing track “DISC” Lights up while the disc information is displayed. SOURCE DISC SOURCE TRACK ELAPSED “TRACK ELAPSED” Lights up while the elapsed time of the playing track is displayed. The remaining time of the playing track SOURCE TRACK REMAIN The remaining time on the disc SOURCE REMAIN “TRACK REMAIN” Lights up while the time remaining on the playing track is displayed. “REMAIN” Lights up while the time remaining on the disc is displayed. Using the remote controller Press to switch the source to CD. Press the number buttons as described in the examples below to play back the desired track. The track to play 8 10 34 --/--- Press Press to play. Playback starts if the CD is in the unit. If the unit is in Standby mode, it turns on automatically. 8 10/0 --/--- , 3 , 4 represents the tens digit. Press to select the track to play. • Press to locate the beginning of a playing or paused track. Press repeatedly to select the previous tracks in reverse order. • To select the next tracks in order, press repeatedly. Press to stop playback. Adjust the volume level. Press VOLUME to raise the level and VOLUME to lower the level. Press to pause. To resume playback, press Pause ( ) or CD . Press to locate a particular point in a track. Press and hold to fast-forward or to fast-reverse during playback or in pause mode until you locate the desired point. 21 Playing an MD 2 DISPLAY 1 , button MULTI JOG 1 Insert an MD (MiniDisc). The MD must be pre-recorded. The arrow on the MD must face up and point to the unit. Push gently to load the MD into the unit. 2 Press MD MD / to start playback. The playback ( ) indicator lights in the display. Playing track number The elapsed playing time Tip If you set the clock to display in Standby mode (see page 19), loading an MD in Standby mode will automatically turn on the power to the unit. If you do not set the clock to display in Standby mode (see page 19), first turn on the power to the unit, then load an MD. To stop playback Press MD . Playback automatically stops when the last track has been played. To pause SOURCE SP TRACK Press MD / . “ ” lights in the display. To resume playback, press MD / again. ELAPSED Mode in which disc was recorded To remove the MD Press MD Selecting the track to play • To locate the beginning of the playing track, turn MULTI JOG counterclockwise slightly. If you turn it further, you can select the previous tracks in reverse order. • Rotate the dial counter-clockwise while the unit is stopped to select the previous track. • Press the dial while the unit is stopped to start playback. • An MD track can also be selected and played back by pressing MULTI JOG while the MD is playing or stopped. Each press skips one track ahead. 22 to eject. Locating a particular point in a track using the remote controller Press and hold the remote controller’s to fast forward, and to fast reverse during playback or in pause mode until you locate the desired point. Note If you operate this function while the unit is paused, no sound will be reproduced. Check the elapsed time in the display to locate the point. Playing an MD—Continued Changing the display information Press DISPLAY on the unit repeatedly to change the display as follows: • During playback or pause • While the MD is stopped Current Record Mode Total number Total playing of tracks time *1 “DISC” is lit while the disc information is displayed. SOURCE SP DISC Total number of tracks SP DISC REMAIN “DISC REMAIN” is lit while the remaining recordable time on the disc is displayed. DISC NAME “DISC NAME” is lit while the disc name is displayed. *1 If the MD is not recorded, “MD BlankDisc” appears in the display. *2 If you insert an MD produced only for playback, this information will not appear. *3 If the disc or tracks are not named, only the total number of tracks or the track number appears in the display. See “Naming an MD and its tracks, and preset channels” on page 52. The elapsed time of the playing track SOURCE SP The remaining recordable time *2 Disc name *3 SP Mode in which disc was recorded TRACK ELAPSED The remaining time of the playing track SOURCE SP TRACK REMAIN The name of the playing track *3 SP TRACK NAME “TRACK ELAPSED” is lit while the elapsed time of the playing track is displayed. “TRACK REMAIN” is lit while the remaining time of the playing track is displayed. “TRACK NAME” is lit while the name of the playing track is displayed. If the disc or song title is long: You can scroll long names across the display by pressing SCROLL on the remote controller. Using the remote controller Press to switch the source to MD. Press the number buttons as described in the examples below to play back the desired track. The track to play 8 10 34 103 --/--- 8 10/0 , --/--- , 0 , Press to locate a particular point in a track. Press and hold to fast-forward, and to fast-reverse during playback or in pause mode until you locate the desired point. Press --/--- Press to scroll a long name across the display. , --/--- , 3 4 1 3 represents the tens digit. Press to select the track to play. • Press to locate the beginning of the playing or paused track. Press repeatedly to select the previous tracks in reverse order. • To select the next track in order, press repeatedly. Press to play. If the MD is in the unit, playback starts. If the unit is in Standby mode, it turns on automatically. Adjust the volume level. Press VOLUME to raise the level and VOLUME to lower the level. Press to stop playback. Press to pause. To resume playback, press Pause ( ) or MD . 23 Programming AM/FM Stations One by One — Preset Write You can store the frequencies of stations one by one manually into the preset memory channels. This is useful when you want to program the stations in your favorite order. Before auto presetting • You can preset up to 30 channels including both FM and AM stations. For example, if you have already stored FM stations to eight channels, you can use 22 channels to store preset AM stations. • Programmed FM and AM stations are indicated separately. Therefore, one of the preset FM stations and one of the preset AM stations could use the same channel number. • The Preset Write function enables you to store radio station frequencies to any channel number. For example, you could program three AM stations to channels 2, 5, and 9. DISPLAY 3-6 3 1 Turn on the power to the unit before you start the procedure. 1 Press INPUT / to display “AM.” 4 SOURCE Press MULTI JOG. SOURCE CH The channel number to be preset flashes. To cancel presetting, press EDIT/NO/ CLEAR instead. Press again to select “FM” to store an FM station. 2 Press the remote controller’s to tune in the radio station you wish to preset. / 5 SOURCE If you wish to change the channel number, turn MULTI JOG. SOURCE CH If you hold down either of the buttons, the frequency keeps changing. 3 6 Press MUTLI JOG to confirm. If “Complete” appears Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “Preset Write?” appears in the display. The radio station is registered to the preset channel. 24 Programming AM/FM Stations One by One — Preset Write—Continued If “Overwrite?” appears CH The channel you’ve selected is registered already. • To register the new radio station by deleting the existing radio station Press YES/MODE. • To cancel presetting Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR. If “Memory Full” appears The FM/AM stations have already been programmed into all 30 channels. Delete unnecessary stations (page 50) and try again. 7 Repeat steps 2 to 6 to preset the next channel. Customizing the preset channels The following additional functions are available: • Naming a preset channel (see page 52) • Erasing a preset channel (see page 50) • Copying the radio station in the selected channel to another (see page 51). 25 Programming FM Stations Automatically — Auto Preset Auto presets store the frequencies of radio stations into memory so you can select your favorite channels without tuning manually. Radio station signals can be automatically located and stored. This function does not apply to AM stations (see the previous page). Before auto presetting DISPLAY 2-4 2 If any radio stations are preset before you start the auto preset procedure, they will be replaced with new presets. 1 Turn on the power to the unit before you start the procedure. 1 Press INPUT “FM.” / to display SOURCE To improve the FM reception, adjust the antenna position. 2 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG to display “AutoPreset?” 3 Press MULTI JOG. The confirmation message “AutoPreset??” appears in the display. To stop auto presetting, press EDIT/ NO/CLEAR. 4 Press MULTI JOG. Auto presetting starts. SOURCE CH You can preset up to 20 stations. The preset stations will be automatically sorted in frequency order. Note 26 Auto presetting may store noise instead of a station with a clear signal to some preset channels, depending on your location. In such cases, erase the preset manually (see page 50). Customizing the preset channels The following additional functions are available: • Naming a preset channel (see page 52) • Erasing a preset channel (see page 50) • Copying the radio station in the selected channel to another (see page 51). Listening to an AM/FM Station First, program the stations into preset channels (see pages 24 and 26). DISPLAY 2 1 Turn on the power to the unit before you start the procedure. 1 Select FM or AM. Press the INPUT or button to select FM or AM. The channel selected most recently will be recalled. 2 Turn MULTI JOG or press the dial repeatedly to select the desired preset channel. SOURCE CH SOURCE CH Turn the dial counterclockwise to select a lower channel number, or turn it clockwise to select a higher channel number. Adjusting the antenna Adjusting and installing the FM antenna Adjust the location of the FM antenna while listening to an FM broadcast. 1 2 Change the direction of the antenna to determine the best reception. Affix the antenna using a thumbtack. (Do not press the thumbtack through the antenna.) Caution: Be careful not to prick your finger! Adjusting the AM antenna Adjust the location and position of the AM antenna while listening to an AM broadcast to determine the best reception. 27 Listening to an AM/FM Station—Continued Switching the display information Repeatedly pressing DISPLAY on the remote controller or on the unit toggles between two types of information display. FM/AM frequency CH * If a given preset channel is not named, the unit displays “No Name,” then indicates the frequency. See “Naming an MD, and its tracks, and preset channels” on page 52. Preset channel name (*) CH Using the remote controller Press the number buttons as described in the examples below to select the desired preset channel Preset channel Selects an FM/AM station. Press 8 8 10/0 10 --/--- , 2 , 2 22 --/--- represents the tens digit. Enables you to manually tune in a broadcast station. (See the following section.) Selects a preset channel. (Pressing selects a lower channel number and pressing selects a higher channel number.) Adjust the volume level. (Pressing VOLUME increases the volume level, and pressing VOLUME decreases the level.) Manually tuning a broadcast station If FM reception is not good If reception is poor or much noise is heard, press YES/ MODE to turn off the AUTO indicator and switch to monaural reception. In this way, you can reduce noise or dropped signals. To return to AUTO tuning, press YES/MODE again. 1 YES/MODE SOURCE 2 1 Turn on the power to the FR-X7A. 2 Select FM or AM. 28 3 Press the remote controller’s or repeatedly while observing the display to tune in the desired frequency. Each press of the button changes the frequency by 0.05MHz for FM and 9kHz for AM. Pressing and holding down the button for more than one second will change the frequency continuously. While FM is selected, pressing and holding or down a while, then releasing it, will automatically raise (or lower) the frequency. SOURCE Recording Types CD Dubbing You can record CD tracks to an MD on the FR-X7A. • Digital recording: Tracks are digitally input and recorded. • Auto-numbering: Tracks recorded on an MD are automatically numbered. • DLA Link: The recording level is automatically optimized. Double-speed Dubbing CD dubbing is performed at double speed. Synchro Recording You can record tracks from a connected Onkyo component to an MD on the FR-X7A. • Level Sync: This function automatically numbers the tracks at the beginning of the increase in input level, and can be turned on or off. • Recording level: You can adjust the recording level as desired. Signal Synchro Recording You can record tracks from a connected third-party component to an MD on the FR-X7A. • Level Sync: This function automatically numbers the tracks at the beginning of the increase in input level, and can be turned on or off. • Recording level: You can adjust the recording level as desired. To do this ..... Use this function or refer to this section. Record the entire CD album to an MD CD dubbing (or Double-speed dubbing) page 30 page 31 Record the currently-playing track Specified Track CD dubbing page 32 Record only specified CD tracks Dubbing only specified tracks page 32 This function should be used along with the Memory Play function. Record multiple single CDs to an MD Dubbing only specified tracks page 32 This function should be used along with the 1TR Play function. (Double-speed dubbing is possible.) Record quickly CD Double-speed dubbing page 31 Group and record tracks MD Group CD dubbing page 33 Record AM/FM broadcast programs Recording an AM/FM broadcast program to an MD page 34 Record from an Onkyo cassette tape deck or CD recorder to an MD on the FR-X7A Synchro Recording page 35 Record from other components to an MD on the FR-X7A Signal Synchro recording page 36 Record multiple tracks on an MDLP Switching the Record Mode page 37 Adjust the recording level Adjusting the recording level page 38 Turn the Level Sync function on or off Switching the Level Sync function on or off page 39 Fade out the end of the last track on an MD Switching to Fade Out mode Record from a CD to an MD in analog Selecting analog recording and performing Synchro recording page 38, 35 page 33 29 Dubbing CD to MD (CD Dubbing) • This operation is one-touch recording that enables the DLA LINK. • The tracks are automatically numbered. 1 DISPLAY 1 2 DISPLAY button 1 Tip CD dubbing is unavailable while To view the available recording time on the MD, press DIS- the CD section is in Random Play PLAY repeatedly. mode. Insert a CD and MD. Available recording time SOURCE SP DISC REMAIN Recording mode 2 Press CD DUBBING to start dubbing. “X2 Dubbing?” appears for three seconds. Checking the recording result After recording is complete, press the MD recorder’s / button or the remote controller’s button for MD. Playback starts from the top of the recording. Note “CD-MD Dubbing” scrolls on the display. The FR-X7A searches the peak levels on the CD at high speed, sets the optimum MD recording level (DLA Link), then starts recording. When CD playback is completed or the recording reaches the end of the MD, the recording stops. 30 DLA LINK may take up to 90 seconds. Notes on CD dubbing The / and are disabled. Dubbing CD to MD at Double Speed • This digital recording uses the DLA Link function and reduces recording time by half. • The tracks are automatically numbered. 1 DISPLAY 1 2 DISPLAY button 1 Tip Insert a CD and an MD. To view the available recording time on the MD, press DISPLAY repeatedly. 2 Press CD DUBBING twice to start double-speed CD dubbing. Press the button twice within a three-second interval. CD-MD × 2 Dubbing scrolls on the display. The FR-X7A searches the peak levels on the CD at high speed, sets the optimum MD recording level (DLA Link), then starts recording. When playback of the CD is completed or the end of the MD is reached, the recording stops. Checking the recording result After recording is complete, press the MD recorder’s / button or the remote controller’s the top of the recording. • You cannot dub CDs at double speed when the CD is in Memory or Random Play mode. • The quality of data recorded via double-speed CD dubbing may be adversely affected by a dirty disc. If skipping or noise occurs, dub at normal speed. • Repeat Play mode is cancelled. Tip • DLA LINK may take up to 90 seconds. Notes on double-speed CD dubbing • The / abled. and are dis- button for MD. Playback starts from Limitations of double-speed CD dubbing Due to limitations established for copyright protection, you cannot repeat double-speed CD dubbing using the same CD until the first 74 minutes of double-speed CD dubbing is completed. If you try to continue the operation, the FR-X7A displays the “Time Protect” message and the waiting time required until the same CD can be used for double-speed CD dubbing (e.g., “Wait 42min”). (However, you can continue double-speed CD dubbing with a different CD.) Also, you cannot perform double-speed CD dubbing continuously using twenty-one or more CDs within 74 minutes. Start double-speed CD 1 dubbing Complete double-speed CD 1 dubbing CD 1 Double-speed CD 1 dubbing Double-speed CD 1 dubbing is not available. 74 minutes Start double-speed CD 2 dubbing Complete double-speed CD 2 dubbing CD 2 Double-speed CD 2 dubbing Double-speed CD 2 dubbing is not available. 74 minutes 31 Recording CD to MD (Various CD Dubbing) Recording from the top of a song you are listening to (specified track dubbing) You cannot use double-speed CD dubbing for this operation. 1 Insert a CD and an MD and press the CD / to start playback. 2 If you wish to record a song you are currently listening to, press CD DUBBING during playback. The FR-X7A searches the peak levels on the CD at high speed, then starts recording from the top of the song to which you are listening. When song dubbing is complete, recording on the MD stops but CD playback continues. Dubbing only specified tracks 1 Insert a CD and an MD, select CD as the input source, then select a different playback mode. • Set up Memory playback (see page 41), 1TR playback (see page 42), or Repeat playback (see page 43). (Set up a playback mode and select one or more songs. Do not play back the song(s).) 2 Press CD DUBBING. The FR-X7A searches the peak levels on the CD at high speed, then starts recording. Notes • Double-speed CD dubbing is disabled in Memory playback modes. • If you have set up 1TR playback mode, you can dub only the first song on the CD even if you select multiple songs to be recorded. • If you record only one song on the CD in Repeat playback mode, the recorded song on the MD may not be numbered. 32 Recording CD to MD (Various CD Dubbing)—Continued MD Group CD dubbing • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped. You can group multiple tracks for CD dubbing or double-speed dubbing. You must select this mode before you start recording. 1 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “Group Dub?” appears in the display. 2 Press MULTI JOG. The current setting is displayed. In this case, “Off-On?” appears, asking whether you wish to switch to MD Group CD dubbing mode. 3 Press MULTI JOG to confirm the setting. To cancel this setting, press the EDIT/NO/CLEAR button. Tip When you press GROUP during CD dubbing, the unit displays the current setting. Switching to Fade Out mode • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped. This mode fades out (gradually lowers the volume level of) the end of a track that cannot be recorded to its conclusion during CD dubbing, specified track dubbing, or double-speed CD dubbing. You must select this mode before you start recording. 1 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG to display “Fade Dub?.” 2 Press MULTI JOG. The current setting is displayed. In this case, “Off-On?” appears, asking whether you wish to switch to Fade Out mode. 3 Press MULTI JOG to confirm the setting. To cancel this setting, press the EDIT/NO/CLEAR button. When you press CD DUBBING during CD dubbing, the unit displays the current setting. 33 Recording an AM/FM Broadcast Program to an MD To record a very long program, switch the recording mode. (Refer to page 37.) 5 1 DISPLAY 3 4 2 1 2 Insert an MD. Select “FM” or “AM” for input. SOURCE 3 Turn MULTI JOG to select a preset channel. SOURCE CH 4 Adjusting the recording level Press REC to set the FR-X7A into recording Standby mode. See page 38. Turning Level Sync on or off See “Numbering the songs — Level Sync” on page 39. 5 Press MD Recording track number Press the button again to resume recording from the stopped point. At this time, the track number increases by one. Elapsed time MD SOURCE SP Recording input source To pause recording Press MD / . (play/pause) to start recording. / TRACK ELAPSED Numbering the desired song(s) Recording mode Press REC during recording of the desired song. If the interWhen the MD is recorded up to its end, recording automati- val between two presses of cally stops. REC is shorter than four seconds, the songs may not be To stop a recording while in progress, press MD . numbered. Checking the recorded data After recording is complete, press the MD recorder’s button or the remote controller’s from the top of the recording. 34 / button for MD. Playback starts Recording from another Onkyo System (Synchro Recording) Synchro Recording is useful when you want to record from an external Onkyo component to the FR-X7A. You can also use this function to record from a CD to an MD on the unit while selecting the desired tracks for recording. 1 • The following operations are available if you connect DISPLAY an optional Onkyo casette tape deck to the FR-X7A. – Synchro Recording from the unit’s CD to the stereo cassette tape deck DISPLAY – Synchro Recording from the unit’s MD to the stebutton reo cassette tape deck – Synchro Recording from the stereo cassette tape 2 deck to the MD unit. For more information on Synchro recording from a CD or MD to a cassette tape, refer to the instruction manual for the cassette tape deck. This section explains how to perform Synchro recording from a cassette tape deck to an MD in the FR-X7A. 1 Set up the recording source (in this example, a cassette tape) and insert an MD. Check the available recording time on the MD. Available recording time (DISC REMAIN lights up.) SOURCE SP DISC REMAIN Recording mode 2 Press REC to set the recorder in recording Standby mode. 3 Play the recording source (in this example, a cas- Pausing and selecting a track When you pause or stop the sette tape). source, the MD recorder enters Record Standby mode. Select a track, then play the source again. The MD recording resumes. Note that when you press the MD recorder’s button, the MD recorder stops, but the source (cassette tape deck) continues playback. The recording starts. SOURCE MD LEVEL-SYNC SP TRACK ELAPSED Cancelling Synchro recording Stop playback of the recording source. The MD recorder enters Record Standby mode. Numbering the tracks Press REC at the point at which you wish to assign a track number. If the interval between two presses of REC is shorter than four seconds, the tracks may not be numbered. Checking the recorded data After recording is complete, press the MD recorder’s / button or the remote controller’s button for MD. Playback starts from the top of the recording. 35 Recording from a Connected External Device to an MD You can record data from an external device to an MD. About digital recording The FR-X7A features a sampling rate converter, which enables you to record digital signals with sampling frequencies of 32kHz or 48kHz from various external sources (such as a DAT or satellite broadcast programs) in addition to CD data (44.1kHz). 5 1 DISPLAY 3 2 1 2 Signal Synchro Recording Insert an MD. Press INPUT / repeatedly to select the desired external sound source. SOURCE Signal Synchro Recording starts recording onto an MD when a signal is received from a source connected to the input jacks. 1 Execute Steps 1 to 3 on the left of this page. The MD is set to recording pause. 2 Press REC. Note If you have changed the title of the device, the new title appears (see page 66). 3 Press REC to set the recorder in recording Standby mode. Tip If external digital signals are input, or if the unit displays “D.In Unlock,” or if the DIGITAL indicator is flashing, then the digital connector is not connected correctly, or else the power is not turned on to the connected external component. 4 Start playing the external device. Adjusting the recording input level on the FR-X7A will change the monitoring volume level. 5 Press MD / to start recording. “Signal Rec” appears in the display, then the MD switches to Signal Synchro Recording pause. 3 Start playing the selected source. When a sound signal is received from the source, the MD will automatically start recording. (You do not need to press MD / to start recording in Step 5 on this page.) Adjusting the recording level See page 38. Turning Level Sync on or off See “Numbering the songs — Level Sync” on page 39. Numbering the desired song(s) Press REC at the point at which you wish to assign a track number. If the interval between two presses of REC is shorter than four seconds, the songs may not be numbered. SOURCE To pause recording Press MD / . Press the button again to resume recording. When an MD is recorded up to its end, the MD automatically stops. Stopping the MD To cancel a recording in progress, press MD . Checking the recording result After recording is complete, press the MD recorder’s button for / button or the remote controller’s MD. Playback starts from the top of the recording. 36 Settings for Recording About the recording indicators Switching the display information during recording • The display changes as follows when you press DISPLAY: • Pressing INPUT / repeatedly toggles between the CD and MD information display. Displayed MD information MD information (“MD” lights up.) Track the song number being played on the CD SOURCE C D TIMER MD Elapsed time of the current song MD Elapsed time of the current song CH SOURCE C D TIMER MD TRACK Track the song number being recorded on the MD MD SOURCE CD SOURCE CD information (“CD” lights up.) C D TIMER MD DISC SOURCE C D TIMER MD MD C D TIMER MD CD CD ELAPSED Available recording time on the disc Track the song number being played on the CD Displayed CD information MD Remaining time of the current song SOURCE CD C D TIMER MD CD REMAIN CD CH Title of the song being recorded (*) Track the song number being recorded on the MD TIMER Remaining playback time on the CD SOURCE CD TRACK C D TIMER MD CD NAME * Nothing appears if the song has no name. See “Naming an MD and its tracks, and preset channels” on page 52. Selecting a recording mode (MDLP) • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped. REC MODE Select Record mode before you start recording. Press REC MODE repeatedly to select a recording mode from the selection below, in the following order. SP: LP2: LP4: MONO: Note If you have recorded a disc in LP2 or LP4 mode, you cannot play it on a player that does not Normal stereo recording mode. You can record support LP2 or LP4 mode. If you play such a disc on another MD stereo data of a length specified on the disc. player, “LP:” may appear in the Normal stereo data is compressed to half its length. The available recording time is twice the display as a title. length of “SP.” Normal stereo data is compressed to a quarter of its length. The available recording time is four times the length of “SP.” Monaural recording mode. The available recording time is twice the length of “SP.” 37 Settings for Recording—Continued Adjusting the recording level You can adjust the recording level for better recording quality. This operation is available during Synchro recording and Signal recording. You cannot adjust the recording level during CD dubbing with DLA LINK or during double-speed dubbing. Play the recording source, and perform the steps below during in record Standby mode. You can adjust the level for analog and digital recording respectively. 1 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG to display “Rec Level?” (recording level). 2 Press MULTI JOG. 3 Turn MULTI JOG to adjust the recording level. Adjust the level so that the “OVER” indicator will not light up. MD LEVEL-SYNC DIGITAL You can adjust the level between –∞dB and –18dB, by 0.5dB within the range of –12.5dB and +18.0dB, by 2.5dB within the range of –12.5dB and –30dB, and by 5.0dB steps within the range of –30dB and –60dB. OVER 4 Press MULTI JOG. “Complete” appears on the display. You have now completed the setting. Selecting digital or analog recording from CD to MD • You can execute this function only when the input source is CD and the unit is stopped. This operation is available for Synchro recording and Signal Synchro recording. Make sure that the unit is not placed in Repeat or Random playback mode. 1 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR to display “Rec Signal?.” 2 Press YES/MODE. Tip The “DIGITAL” indicator lights up on the CD information display if digital recording has been selected. The indicator does not light up if analog recording has been selected. SOURCE DIGITAL Current recording option 3 38 If you do not wish to change the current setting, press EDIT/NO/CLEAR. If you wish to change the setting, press YES/MODE. When “Dig→Ana?” appears, press YES/ MODE to select analog recording. When “Ana→Dig?” appears, press YES/ MODE to select digital recording. If you eject a CD or press CD DUBBING, digital recording is selected. “DIGITAL” lights up during digital recording. Settings for Recording—Continued Numbering the songs — Level Sync • The Level Sync function of the FR-X7A automatically numbers the song at the beginning of signal input. Turn on this function to automatically number songs during recording. (The songs may not be numbered if the gap (silence) between songs is too short.) • During CD dubbing, specified track dubbing, and double-speed dubbing, the tracks are automatically numbered, regardless of the Level Sync function status. • To number the tracks, turn off the Level Sync function, then press REC during recording at the point at which you wish to assign a track number. If the interval between two presses of REC is shorter than four seconds, the tracks may not be numbered. • When the Level Sync function is on, the MD recorder automatically enters Record Standby mode if silence continues for 60 seconds. • When the LEVEL-SYNC indicator is lit, the Level Sync function is turned on. (When you turn off the function, this indicator disappears.) LEVEL-SYNC indicator LEVEL-SYNC • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped. 1 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG to display “Level Sync?.” LEVEL-SYNC 2 Press MULTI JOG. “On→Off?” or “Off→On?” appears on the display. 3 Press MULTI JOG. “LevelSyncOff” appears when the function is turned off, and “LevelSyncOn” appears when the function is turned on. To cancel the setting, press EDIT/NO/CLEAR. 39 Adjusting the Tone S.BASS MUTING Emphasizing the low end using the remote controller Press S.BASS repeatedly. Pressing S.BASS repeatedly will change the option in the following order. S.Bass Off S.Bass 1 (Low end is emphasized.) S.Bass 2 (Low end is even more emphasized.) Muting the sound Press MUTING on the remote controller. The MUTING indicator lights in the display. MUTING To restore the sound, press MUTING again. Tip During muting: • If you press VOLUME / on the remote controller, the sound will be restored. • If you turn the unit off and then on again, the sound will be restored. Listening through the headphones Decrease the volume, then connect the stereo headphones mini plug to the PHONES jack. You can adjust the volume and mute the sound as described above. The speakers will reproduce no sound while the headphones are connected. To PHONES jack 40 Various Ways to Play CDs and MDs Different playback modes are available in addition to normal playback. These modes are also available for CD dubbing. Memory playback You can select and store track numbers (up to 25) in a desired playback order. By combining this function with the CD dubbing function, you can easily create an MD of your favorite recordings. (You cannot combine this function with the CD double-speed dubbing function.) 2 3 Number buttons (See pages 21 and 23.) (These buttons do not operate during MEMORY playback.) DISPLAY 3 1 / / 1 2 CLEAR 3 Press on the selected source. • You can execute this function only when the input source is CD or MD and the unit is stopped. 1 Press YES/MODE repeatedly until the MEMORY indicator lights in the display. 3 Press / on the selected source to start Memory play. The playing track number SOURCE MEMORY MEMORY or The MEMORY indicator lights. 2 Turn MULTI JOG to select the first track you want to play back, then press MULTI JOG. To select the next track to be played, repeat this step. Track number to be stored in memory The total time of programmed tracks MEMORY You can also use the number buttons on the remote controller to select a track. To cancel a track number stored in memory: Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR. Each press erases the last track number stored in memory. Note If the total playing time of the programmed tracks exceeds the following time length, the FR-X7A does not display the total time. However, this does not affect Memory playback. CD: “--:--” appears when the total time meets or exceeds 99 minutes 59 seconds. MD: “---:--” appears when the total time exceeds 511 minutes 59 seconds. You can program up to 25 tracks for a CD and MD. If you try to program more tracks, the unit displays “Memory Full.” To select a track number in memory: Turn MULTI JOG or press / on the remote controller repeatedly during Memory playback. To check the track numbers in memory: Press / on the remote controller while the CD/ MD is stopped. To erase a track number from memory: • While in Memory playback mode, and the CD/MD is stopped, press EDIT/NO/CLEAR or CLEAR on the remote controller. Each press erases the last track number stored in memory. • If you change the playback mode, all data stored for Memory playback will be erased. • When you eject the disc, all programmed data will be erased. 41 Various Ways to Play CDs and MDs—Continued 1 TR (one track) playback Random playback You can playback only a single track using this mode. In addition, using the CD dubbing function along with this mode enables you to create a single track CD easily. 2 All tracks on the disc will be shuffled, then played back. 2 DISPLAY 2 DISPLAY 2 1 2 • You can execute this function only when the input source is CD or MD and the unit is stopped. 1 1 • You can execute this function only when the input source is CD or MD and the unit is stopped. 1 Press YES/MODE repeatedly until the RANDOM indicator lights in the display. Press YES/MODE repeatedly until the 1TR indicator lights in the display. RANDOM The RANDOM indicator lights. 1TR The 1TR indicator lights. 2 Press / source. or 2 Press / source. Random playback starts. on the selected 1 TR (one track) playback starts. If you wish to select another track, turn MULTI JOG. • You can record only the first track when you combine this mode with the CD dubbing function. on the selected The playing track or SOURCE RANDOM Using the remote controller 1 Using the remote controller 2 Press on the selected source. 3 Number buttons (See pages 21 and 23.) 1 2 42 Press on the selected source. Various Ways to Play CDs and MDs—Continued Repeat/Chain Repeat playback • Use the remote controller to select this mode. • The Repeat mode plays back a CD or MD repeatedly, and the Chain Repeat mode plays back both the CD and MD in turn. • You can combine either Repeat or Chain Repeat mode with Memory, 1 TR, 1GR, or Random playback mode. In Chain Repeat mode, you can set the other combination mode separately for CD and MD. Cancelling the playback mode 1 DISPLAY 1 2 Cancelling 1TR, Memory, and Random mode • You can execute this function only when the input source is CD or MD and the unit is stopped. 1 Press on the selected source to stop playback. REPEAT or Press REPEAT on the remote controller repeatedly until the REPEAT or CHAIN REPEAT indicator lights in the display. The Repeat or Chain Repeat playback mode is set. 2 Press YES/MODE repeatedly until neither the MEMORY, 1TR, or RANDOM indicator lights in the display. REPEAT The REPEAT or CHAIN REPEAT indicator lights. Tip To repeat only one track: 1. While the CD and MD player sections are stopped, press MODE repeatedly to display “1TR.” 2. Press REPEAT repeatedly to display “REPEAT.” 3. Use the number buttons to select the desired track, then play it back. Cancels Repeat and Chain Repeat mode Press REPEAT on the remote controller repeatedly until neither the REPEAT or CHAIN REPEAT indicator lights in the display. Using the remote controller 2 1 43 Using the MD Group Function If 1TR, 1GR, MEMORY, or RANDOM is lit, you cannot use the edit functions. Place the unit in normal playback mode. Group Group In The Group function enables you to assign tracks on an MD to groups. This function is convenient when you use MDLP for a disc that contains many tracks. Note • • • • You can add tracks later to a group. You can group only consecutive tracks. You cannot assign a single track to multiple groups. If you try to play an MD that contains groups on a device that does not support Groups, the disc name will not be displayed correctly. Do not edit an MD that contains groups on a device that does not support Groups. • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped. You can place tracks that do not belong to any group into an existing group. 1 Turn MULTI JOG to select a track you wish to assign to a group. 2 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “XX Tr Gr.In?” appears in the display. 3 Press MULTI JOG. 4 Turn MULTI JOG to select the destination group. 5 Press MULTI JOG. Group Set • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped. You can place tracks that do not belong to any group into a new group. 1 2 Turn MULTI JOG to select the first track you wish to assign to a new group. Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “XX Tr Gr.Set?” appears in the display. 3 Press MULTI JOG. 4 Turn MULTI JOG to select the last track you wish to assign to a new group. 5 Press MULTI JOG. “Complete” appears, and the new group is created. 44 “Complete” appears, and the track is placed as the last track of the selected group. Using the MD Group Function—Continued Group Out Cancelling all groups • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped. This function enables you to remove a track from the group. 1 Turn MULTI JOG to select a track you wish to remove from the group. 2 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “XX Tr Gr.Out?” appears in the display. • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped. This function enables you to cancel all the groups on the disc. 1 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “Gr.Release?” appears in the display. 2 Press MULTI JOG. “Complete” appears, and all the groups are cancelled. 3 Press MULTI JOG. “Complete” appears, and the selected track is removed from the group. Group Out 1G 2G 10 tracks 10 tracks Track removed from the group 1G 2G 9 tracks 10 tracks Cancelling the selected group • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped. This function enables you to cancel only the selected group. 1 Press GROUP. 2 Turn MULTI JOG to select a group you wish to cancel. 3 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “G Release?” appears in the display. 4 Press MULTI JOG. “Complete” appears, and only the specified group is cancelled. 45 Editing Groups (Move, Combine and Erase) You can perform three editing functions: move a group to change the order, combine two groups into one, and erase tracks in a group. Outline of edit function 1 Insert the MD, then select MD as the source. 2 Press GROUP, then turn MULTI JOG to select a group to erase. 3 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “Erase” appears in the display. 4 Press MULTI JOG. Erasing a group—G.Erase All tracks in the specified group will be erased. Moving a group—G.Move Enables you to move a group. Combining groups—G.Combine Enables you to combine two groups into one. Combining two edit functions Combining two groups that are located apart: (G.Move + G.Combine) G.Combine enables you to combine the selected group with the preceding adjacent group. To combine two groups that are listed apart from each other, first use the G.Move function to move one group next to the other group, then use the G Combine function to combine the groups. Notes regarding edit functions • The edit information is written in the TOC of the MD when you eject the MD or when the recorder enters Standby mode. When the recorder is writing this information, the TOC indicator lights up or flashes. During this time, do not disconnect the power cord or move or shake the system. (See “When the TOC indicator lights up or flashes” on page 7.) • You cannot use the edit functions when the MEMORY, RANDOM, 1TR, or 1GR indicator is lit. Place the recorder in Normal Playback mode. (See “Cancelling the playback mode” on page 43.) Erasing tracks in the specified group — G.Erase • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped. • To cancel the operation, press MD . DISPLAY 1 1 3 2 2-5 “Erase??” is displayed, enabling you to confirm the operation. 5 Press MULTI JOG. All tracks in the group are erased, and “Complete” appears in the display. The groups are renumbered. Deleting the selected track 1 2 1 3 3 4 Renumbering the tracks 1 46 2 3 4 Editing Groups (Move, Combine and Erase)—Continued Moving a group — G.Move 5 To change the destination group number, turn MULTI JOG. 6 Press MULTI JOG. • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped. • To cancel the operation, press MD . The group moves, and “Complete” appears in the display. DISPLAY 1 1 3 2 2-6 The groups are renumbered. Moving the group 1 Insert an MD, and select MD as the source. 2 Press GROUP, then turn MULTI JOG to select a group to move. 3 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “G.Move?” appears in the display. 4 Press MULTI JOG. 1 2 1 3 3 4 4 5 2 5 Renumbering the groups 1 2 3 4 5 The group will be assigned this group number. The number of the specified group and its destination number appears in the display. 47 Editing Groups (Move, Combine and Erase)—Continued 4 Combining groups — G.Combine • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped. • The name of the lower-numbered group is assigned to the combined group. • To cancel the operation, press MD . Press MULTI JOG. Preceding Selected group group The numbers of the selected group and the preceding group appear. 5 DISPLAY 1 Press MULTI JOG. 1 3 2 1 2-5 Insert an MD, and select MD as the source. The groups are combined, and “Complete” appears in the display. Subsequent groups are renumbered. Combining the groups 1 2 3 1 2 Press GROUP, then turn MULTI JOG to select a group you wish to combine. The selected group will be combined with the preceding group. Therefore, you must select the second of the two groups to be combined. 3 48 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “G.Combine?” appears in the display. 4 5 4 5 Renumbering the groups 1 2 3 4 MD Group Functions (Playing MD Groups) • Before you use this function, you need to create a group on the disc (see page 44). MD Group skip You can specify groups to skip during playback. MD Group playback The selected group and all subsequent groups will be played. 1 2 1 Press the GROUP button during playback. 2 Turn MULTI JOG to select the desired group. Press GROUP. Turn MULTI JOG to select a group you wish to play. Playback starts from the first track of the selected group. GROUP Use the number buttons on the remote controller to select the group number. 3 Press MULTI JOG. Playback starts. MD 1Group playback Only the selected group will be played. • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped. 1 Press GROUP. 2 Turn MULTI JOG to select the desired group. GROUP 3 Press YES/MODE repeatedly to select “1GR.” 4 Press MULTI JOG. Playback starts. When playback is completed, MD1 Group playback mode is cancelled. 49 Changing the AM/FM Preset Channels Using the delete and copy functions, you can delete preset stations, copy a preset station to another channel, or change the channel number. Tips for changing the preset channels To change the channel number: Use the copy and delete functions. For example, if you wish to change channel 4 (which has an FM station programmed) to channel 6 (an empty channel): 1 Copy the station in channel 4 to channel 6. 2 Delete the station in channel 4. Erasing a preset channel – Preset Erase DISPLAY 2 2-4 1 Call the preset channel you wish to erase. CH 2 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “PresetErase?” appears in the display. 3 Press MULTI JOG A message requesting confirmation appears in the display. CH To stop erasing, press EDIT/NO/ CLEAR. 4 Press MULTI JOG. “Complete” appears in the display. The preset channel is erased. 50 Changing the AM/FM Preset Channels—Continued Copying a preset channel – Preset Copy If you copy a preset channel to another channel, the name of the preset channel (see page 52) is also copied to the other channel. 5 Press MULTI JOG to confirm. You may press YES/MODE instead of MULTI JOG to achieve the same result. If “Complete” appears: DISPLAY The same radio station is copied to the preset channel. 2, 5 2-5 1 Call the preset channel you wish to copy. CH 2 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “PresetCopy?” appears in the display. 3 Press MULTI JOG. If “Overwrite?” appears: CH The channel you wish to copy to is registered already. • To register the new radio station by deleting the existing radio station: Press MULTI JOG. • To cancel copying: Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR. CH 4 Turn MULTI JOG to select the preset channel number to which you wish to copy (destination). CH 51 Naming an MD and its Tracks, and Preset Channels You can name an MD and its tracks, as well as AM/FM preset channels. Naming an MD disc or track Entering a name • You can enter up to 100 alphabetical characters per name. • Use a recordable MD with the record-protect tab closed. 1 Insert the MD, then select MD as the source. 2 To name the disc, proceed to Step 3. To name a track, select the track. 3 Execute “Entering a name” as described in the right column. Naming a group on an MD 1 Insert the MD, then select MD as the source. 2 Press the GROUP button, then turn MULTI JOG to select a group. 3 Follow the steps described in the “Entering a name” section in the right column. 1 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “Name In?” appears in the display. 2 Press MULTI JOG. 3 Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the character type you wish to enter appears in the display. Notes • If the MD is record-protected or a playback-only disc, you cannot name the disc. (See page 6.) • Before naming the disc, check that no particular track is selected. If a track is selected, press MD . • You can name a track during recording or playback. However, if recording or playback of the next track starts, the naming process may not be completed correctly. • If the MEMORY, RANDOM, 1TR, or 1GR indicator is lit, you cannot name the disc. MD * This mode cannot be selected when you are naming a preset channel. The character type appears. “MD” indicator • Information such as names will be recorded to the TOC of the MD when you eject the MD, turn off the unit, or stop recording. Therefore, do not disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) or vibrate the unit when the TOC indicator is lit or flashing. (See page 7.) Naming a preset channel After you select the preset channel to name, execute “Entering a name” as described in the right column. You can enter up to eight characters per name. 52 You can select one of the following character entry modes: • “A” for capital letters • “a” for small letters • “1” for numbers and symbols • “
” for Easy Name* (see next page). SOURCE 4 C D TIMER MD MD CD Turn MULTI JOG to select the character (or title when in Easy Title mode), then press it to enter. Repeat this step for the next character. If you wish to change the type of characters, repeat Step 3, then proceed with this step. Naming an MD and its Tracks, and Preset Channels—Continued 5 Press YES/MODE after you enter all the characters. To cancel the characters, press and hold EDIT/NO/CLEAR for more than two seconds. What characters can be entered? Inserting a character If the unit is not in “Name In” mode, execute steps 1 and 2 in “Entering a name,” then follow the steps below. 1 Press INPUT / on the unit, or / on the remote controller repeatedly until the character following the desired point of insertion flashes. 2 Turn MULTI JOG until “ MULTI JOG. You can enter the following characters: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R ST UVW XY Z abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz 0123456789 _ @ ' < > # $ % & * = ; : + - / ( ) ? ! ’ ” . , (space) (insert) What’s Easy Name? ” appears, then press 3 Enter the desired character (or title) as per Steps 3 and 4 in “Entering a name.” The following music related words are prepared for easy entry: BALLAD BLUES CLASSIC DANCE FUSION JAZZ LIVE POPS REGGAE ROCK SOUL TECHNO VOCAL African American Asian British Euro German Japanese Anthology Best of * Collection Favorite Happy * Heavy Hit Songs Omnibus Selection Special Super * To continue entering characters, follow Step 3 on the previous page. To complete the operation, follow Step 5. Erasing the name assigned to a preset channel represents a space. Correcting and erasing a character If the unit is not in “Name In” mode, execute Steps 1 and 2 in “Entering a name,” then follow the steps below. 1 Press INPUT / on the unit, or / on the remote controller repeatedly until the character you wish to correct or erase flashes. 2 When correcting Enter the desired character (or title) following Steps 3 and 4 in “Entering a name” on the previous page. When erasing Press EDIT /NO/CLEAR on the unit or CLEAR on the remote controller. 1 Select AM or FM as the source. 2 Turn MULTI JOG to select the preset channel name you wish to erase. 3 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “Name Erase?” appears in the display. 4 Press YES/MODE. “Complete” appears and the name is erased. Note If you press and hold EDIT/NO/CLEAR on the unit for more than two seconds, the FR-X7A returns to the previous indication without erasing characters. To continue entering characters, execute Step 3 on the previous page. To complete the operation, execute Step 5 on this page. 53 Naming an MD and its Tracks, and Preset Channels—Continued Inputting characters from the remote controller 1 Press NAME. SOURCE 2 C D TIMER MD MD CD Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the character type you wish to enter appears in the display. Each press of the DISPLAY button switches the type of characters. If you press SCROLL, the type of characters switches in reverse order. • Inputting alphabetical characters: Each press of a number button cycles through a few characters of the alphabets. For example, repeatedly pressing the button displays A→B→C→A in this order. Display the desired character, then press ENTER. • Inputting an Easy Name: (Only for MD) Each press of the number buttons switches between the Easy Names that start with the same characters as the buttons. For example, repeatedly pressing the button displays the Easy Names that start with A, B, or C, such as BALLAD, BLUES, and CLASSIC. Display the desired Easy Name, then press ENTER. • Inputting numbers and symbols: Pressing a number button displays the corresponding number. Each press of the button or the 10/0 ( ) button switches between the symbols labeled on the corresponding button, and button. You can input “ → . → / → * → - →, → ! → ? → ’→ ( → ) ” using the (space) using the button. Display the desired number or symbol, then press ENTER. You can also use the remote controller’s or button, then press ENTER to select and input a character. Note You cannot input all symbols from the remote controller’s number buttons. To input symbols, use the remote controller’s or button to select the desired symbols. 3 54 Press the NAME button to complete the naming process. Editing Tracks The FR-X7A’s editing functions enable you to move and sort tracks, divide a track in two, combine two tracks into one, erase a selected track, and erase all tracks on an MD. Five basic functions • All Erase This function erases all the tracks and names to initialize the MD. (“Blank Disc” is displayed.) • Erase This function erases the selected track. • Move This function moves the selected track to the desired position. • Divide This function divides the selected track. • Combine This function combines the selected track and the immediately preceding track. Erasing all tracks on an MD – All Erase • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped. • To cancel the operation, press MD . DISPLAY 1 1 2 2-4 Combining two edit functions Erasing part of a track – Divide and Erase 1 Divide the track at the end or beginning of the portion you wish to erase. If necessary, repeat this operation to separate an unwanted portion. Then, erase the separated track. Combining separately positioned tracks – Move and Combine Use a recordable MD with the recordprotect tab closed. 2 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “All Erase?” appears in the display. 3 Press MULTI JOG. If the tracks you want to combine are in different locations, move the track to be merged to a position following the other track, then combine them. Notes on combining tracks • You cannot combine a digital recording track and an analog recording track. (If you try, “Impossible” will appear on the display.) • You cannot combine tracks recorded in different recording modes. You can combine only tracks recorded in the same recording mode. (For example, a track recorded in MONO mode cannot be combined with a track recorded in LP2 mode.) Notes • Information about the edited or erased contents is recorded to the TOC of the MD when you eject the MD, turn off the unit, or stop recording. Therefore, do not disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) or vibrate the unit when the TOC indicator is lit or flashing (see page 7). • If the MEMORY, RANDOM, 1TR, or 1GR indicator is lit in the display, you cannot edit or erase any tracks. In such cases, cancel the Memory, Random, 1TR, and 1GR playback mode (see page 43) before starting the operation. • If you edit an MD that has a group, the group information may be modified. Insert the MD, then select MD as the source. The confirmation message “All Erase??” appears in the display. 4 Press MULTI JOG to erase all tracks. “Complete” appears in the display. All tracks on the MD have been erased. 55 Editing Tracks—Continued Erasing a selected track – Erase Deleting the selected track • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped or paused. • To cancel the operation, press MD . 2 1 3 3 4 Renumbering the tracks DISPLAY 1 1 3 2-4 1 Insert the MD, then select MD as the source. 2 Turn MULTI JOG to select a track to erase. SOURCE 3 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “Erase?” appears in the display. 4 Press MULTI JOG to erase the track. “Complete” appears in the display. The selected track is erased and all the other remaining tracks are renumbered from the top. 56 1 1 2 3 4 Editing Tracks—Continued 5 Moving the selected track – Move If necessary, turn MULTI JOG to change the destination track number. • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is stopped or paused. • To cancel the operation, press MD . The selected number will become this number. DISPLAY 1 1 3 6 Press MULTI JOG to move. “Complete” appears in the display. The selected track is moved and all the tracks are renumbered from the top. 2-6 1 Insert the MD, then select MD as the source. Moving the selected track Use a recordable MD with the recordprotect tab closed. 2 Turn MULTI JOG to select a track to move. 1 2 1 3 1 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “Move?” appears in the display. 4 4 5 2 5 Renumbering the tracks SOURCE 3 3 2 3 4 5 Moving a track to a different group If you move a track, the track may end up belonging to a different group. See the example below. Before moving a track 4 1 Tr ~ 9 Tr 10 Tr ~ 19 Tr 20 Tr ~ 25 Tr 1G 2G 3G Moving Tr.15 to Tr.6 Press MULTI JOG. The destination track number appears, pointed to by an arrow. 6 Tr 15 Tr 20 Tr ~ 25 Tr 1G 2G 3G A track moved from Tr.15 to Tr6 now belongs to Group 1, instead of Group 2. Destination track number 1 Tr ~ 10 Tr 11 Tr ~ 19 Tr 20 Tr ~ 25 Tr 1G 2G 3G 57 Editing Tracks—Continued 5 Dividing a selected track – Divide Press MULTI JOG. “Rehearsal” and “Position OK?” appear alternatively and an approximately foursecond section around the dividing point will be played repeatedly. • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is playing or paused. • If a selected track has a name (see page 52), the first part will retain the name after the track is divided. • To cancel the operation, press MD . Approximately four seconds rehearsal play 3 DISPLAY The dividing point 1 1 6 4 You may adjust the dividing point between the values of –45 and +45 (or approx. +/–3 seconds in SP mode) within the selected track. 2, 4-7 1 If necessary, turn MULTI JOG to fine tune the dividing point. Approximate four seconds rehearsal play Insert the MD, then select MD as the source. +/– 45 steps 2 The dividing point Turn MULTI JOG to select the track to divide. 7 SOURCE Press MULTI JOG to divide. “Complete” appears in the display. The selected track is divided and all the tracks are renumbered from the top. 3 4 Press MD / . Playback starts. You may press to fast forward or to fast reverse on the remote controller to help locate the desired dividing-point. Press MD dividing. / at the desired The MD pauses. Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “Divide?” appears in the display. Dividing a selected track 1 1 3 4 3 4 4 5 Renumbering the tracks 1 58 2 2 3 Editing Tracks—Continued Combining selected tracks – Combine 5 “Rehearsal” and “Track OK?” appear alternatively and an approximately eight-second section around the combining point is played repeatedly. • You can execute this function only when the input source is MD and the unit is playing, paused, or stopped. • When the preceding track has a name, this name will be used as the name of the combined track. • To cancel the operation, press MD . Approximately eight seconds rehearsal play The preceding track DISPLAY The selected track The combining point 1 1 3 2-6 1 Press MULTI JOG. 6 Press MULTI JOG to combine. “Complete” appears in the display. The selected and preceding tracks are combined and all tracks are renumbered from the top. Insert the MD, then select MD as the source. Combining the selected and preceding tracks 2 Turn MULTI JOG to select the track to be combined. 1 The selected track will be combined with the preceding track, so select the second of the two tracks. 1 3 4 5 4 5 3 4 Renumbering the tracks SOURCE 1 3 2 Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and turn MULTI JOG until “Combine?” appears in the display. 2 If the selected track belongs to a group If a selected track is combined with a preceding track that belongs to a different group, the selected track will be added to the group that contains the preceding track. 4 Press MULTI JOG. The selected and preceding tracks are displayed. The preceding track The selected track 59 Using the Timer Functions The FR-X7A features three timer functions: Sleep, Once, and Every timer. About the timers Timer indicators Selecting a timer number You can set up to four timers. Timer operation types • Timer Play: The specified component starts playback at the specified time. • Timer Rec: The specified component starts recording at the specified time. • The Timer Rec operation is available for recording an MD on the FR-X7A or recording on an Onkyo cassette tape deck that features an connector connected to the FR-X7A. Select the correct input source. Selecting media for timer operation You can select AM, FM, CD or MD on the FR-X7A, or a DVD or CDR on a connected Onkyo component, or a connected external component that features a Timer function. (You must set the devices so that the component name is displayed correctly on the FR-X7A.) For the Timer Rec operation, you can select AM, FM, or an external component that is connected to the LINE or DIGITAL connector and features the Timer function. Selecting the day(s) of the week The Once timer operates only one time. The Every timer operates at the specified time on the specified day(s) of every week. For the Every timer, you can select any consecutive days of the week, such as everyday, every Monday through Friday, or every Saturday and Sunday. i.e., Timer 1: Timer 2: Timer 3: Used as an alarm clock every morning. Timer Play — Every — Everyday — 7:00-7:30 Records a radio program every week. Timer Rec — Every — MON - SAT — 15:10-15:30 Records a radio program only this Sunday. Timer Rec — Once — SUN — 10:0012:00 Note • You cannot change the clock or the end time of the timer operation during Timer playback or recording. • You cannot use the Timer function unless the clock is set. Be sure to set the clock first. • If you program a timer on a connected external component, be sure to connect the component correctly and securely. You cannot use timer playback or recording with incomplete connection. 60 If any of the timers is set, the TIMER indicator lights up. If a number indicator is lit, the corresponding timer has been programmed. If the number indicator is inside a square, the Timer Rec operation is programmed. If the programmed time overlaps with another timer setting • The timer with the earlier On time is enabled. • If both timers start at the same time, the timer with the lower number is enabled. Timer 1 9:00 - 10:00 Timer 2 8:00 - 10:00 This timer (with the earlier On time) is enabled. Timer 3 12:00 - 13:00 This timer (with the lower number) is enabled. Timer 4 12:00 - 12:30 About the Sleep timer When the Sleep timer is set, the unit is placed in Standby mode at the specified time. Using the Timer Functions—Continued Using the Sleep timer Using the remote controller Using the unit The Sleep timer can be set for 10 to 90 minutes, in intervals of 10 minutes. You can set the Sleep timer for 10 to 90 minutes, in intervals of 10 minutes. It is also possible to set the timer from 1 to 99 in one-minute increments is also possible using MULTI JOG. SLEEP DISPLAY 1, 2 Press SLEEP. “Sleep 90” appears in the display, indicating the unit will turn off in 90 minutes. Each press of the same button reduces the remaining time by 10 minutes. 3, 4 1 Press TIMER. “Sleep 90” appears in the display window. The unit will turn off in 90 minutes. TIMER TIMER SLEEP 2 Press TIMER if you wish to reduce the remaining time. Each press reduces the remaining time by ten minutes: 90→80→...→10→off. Checking the remaining time Press SLEEP while the Sleep timer is on. If you press SLEEP while the remaining time is displayed, the remaining time is reduced by 10 minutes. TIMER Canceling Sleep timer Press SLEEP repeatedly until “Sleep Off” appears in the display. TIMER SLEEP 3 Turning off the unit automatically after completing CD Dubbing Turn MULTI JOG if you wish to set the remaining time in oneminute increments. Turn MULTI JOG clockwise to increase the remaining time by up to 99 minutes, or counterclockwise to decrease the remaining time to one minute. If you set the Sleep timer while you are carrying out CD Dubbing to CD, MD, Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck, or CD-R, the unit will turn off after completing CD dubbing regardless of the remaining time you set. This is convenient for starting CD Dubbing before going to bed or going out. TIMER TIMER SLEEP 4 Press MULTI JOG. The Sleep timer starts operating. TIMER SLEEP The SLEEP indicator lights. 61 Using the Timer Functions—Continued Programming a timer Before programming a timer for an AM/FM broadcast, program the desired broadcast stations to the preset channels. (See page 24.) DISPLAY Note You cannot use the timer functions unless the clock is set. If you do not operate the buttons for 60 seconds during the timer setting, the unit returns to its normal display. 8 1 1-7 1 Repeatedly press TIMER to select the desired timer number. Select from Timer 1 to 4, then press MULTI JOG. 2 Turn MULTI JOG to select Timer Play or Timer Rec. When the desired timer operation is displayed, press MULTII JOG. The Timer Rec operation is performed on an MD on the FR-X7A or on a connected tape deck. TIMER or TIMER 3 Turn MULTI JOG to select the source. When the desired source is displayed, press MULTI JOG. For the Timer Rec operation, you can select from AM, FM, LINE, or DIGITAL. TIMER FM or AM is selected Turn MULTI JOG to select the preset number. When the desired preset number is displayed, press MULTI JOG. SOURCE CH 62 Using the Timer Functions—Continued 4 Turn MULTI JOG to select recording media. When the desired media is displayed, press MULTI JOG. TIMER (Only for Timer Rec) Turn MULTI JOG to select “Once” or “Every.” The Once timer operates only one time. The Every timer operates every week. After selecting one, press MULTI JOG. TIMER If you selected “Once,” the timer operates only one time on the specified day. Turn MULTI JOG to select the day(s) of the week. When the desired day of the week is displayed, press MULTI JOG. TIMER If you selected “Every,” the timer operates on the specified day(s) of every week. Turn MULTI JOG to select the day(s) of the week. When the desired day of the week is displayed, press MULTI JOG. ⇔ MON ⇔ TUE ⇔ WED ⇔ THU ⇔ FRI ⇔ 5 SUN ⇔ Days Set ⇔ Everyday ⇔ SAT Days Set (You can specify the range of days.) If you selected “Days Set,” you can select any consecutive days of the week. 1. Turn MULTI JOG to select the first day. When the desired day of the week is displayed, press MULTI JOG. TIMER TIMER 2. Turn MULTI JOG to select the last day. When the desired day of the week is displayed, press MULTI JOG. TIMER In this example, the timer operation is activated at the specified time, every Tuesday through Sunday. 63 Using the Timer Functions—Continued 6 Turn MULTI JOG to set the On time of the timer operation. You can also use the number buttons on the remote controller. When the desired time is displayed, press MULTI JOG. TIMER For example, to set 7:29, press 0, 7, 2, then 9. • For the am/pm indication, press the --/--- button to toggle between am and pm. Note • When you set the On time, the Off time is automatically set to one hour later. • During timer recording on an MD on the FR-X7A, the first few seconds may not be recorded. Set the On time to one minute earlier. 7 Turn MULTI JOG to set the Off time for the timer operation. When the desired time is displayed, press MULTI JOG. TIMER Timer setting indication TIMER A square appears if the Timer Rec operation is programmed. 8 Selected timer number Place the unit in Standby mode. Press STANDBY to place the unit in Standby mode. Note • Even if you set Memory, Random, 1TR, or 1GR mode for MD timer playback, the FR-X7A will perform normal playback at the timer On time. • If the unit is not in Standby mode, the programmed timer operation will not start at the timer on time. Be sure to place the unit in Standby mode to activate timer operation. • If you try to set the Sleep timer or press TIMER during timer operation, the current timer setting is cancelled. To reprogram the timers, press EDIT/NO/CLEAR and follow the procedure from the beginning. 64 Using the Timer Functions—Continued Switching the timer on and off Viewing the timer settings • You can use this function to cancel or resume the programmed timer operation. • You cannot program the timers unless the clock is set. DISPLAY 1 DISPLAY 1, 2 1 2 1 Repeatedly press TIMER to display the desired timer number, then press MULTI JOG. 2 Press MULTI JOG to view the subsequent timer settings. Repeatedly press TIMER to display the desired timer number. If the timer number is lit, the corresponding timer has been programmed. 2 1 Turn MULTI JOG to switch the timer on or off. TIMER TIMER TIMER or Repeatedly pressing MULTI JOG enables you to view the subsequent settings. Note After the timer is switched on or off, the unit displays the previous screen. • You can change the settings by turning MULTI JOG. • If the timer is turned off and you change the settings, the timer is automatically turned on. Check all the settings. If you do not change any settings, the unit returns to the previous display. To return to the previous display, press EDIT/NO/CLEAR. 65 Customizing the Source Names You can change the source name that appears in the display to suit any component you connected per the instructions on page 15. DIGITAL *1 PC/dig *2 PC-RI/dig CD-R/ dig DISPLAY DVD/ dig GAME/dig 1 2 V. DIDC/ dig 3-5 1 DSR/dig Press INPUT / until the source whose name you wish to change appears in the display. You can select CD-R, TAPE, LINE, or DIGITAL. 2 BS/dig *1 Select this if you connected a thirdparty USB component that does not support connection. *2 Select this if you connected an Onkyo USB component that supports connection. Press EDIT/NO/CLEAR repeatedly until “Name Select?” appears in the display. 5 3 CS/dig Press MULTI JOG to enter the new name. Press MULTI JOG. You may press YES/MODE instead of MULTI JOG to get the same result. 4 Turn MULTI JOG to select a new name for the source. Depending on the source you’ve selected in step 1, the name changes in the following order: “Complete” appears in the display. CD-R DAT PC HD MD2 TAPE DAT VCR MD2 HD LINE GAME 66 VCR DVD TV VIDEO DISC DSR BS CS About short source names The short source names appear in the display depending on the situation. Check the short names in the table below. Ordinary names Short names BS BS CD-R CR CS CS DAT DT DVD DV DSR DR GAME GM HD HD LINE LI MD2 M2 PC PC TAPE TA TV TV VCR VC VIDEO DISC VD Messages System Limitations The following table explains the messages that appear in the display. The MD recording system in the unit is significantly different from those used in cassette and DAT decks and is characterized by the limitations described below. Note, however, that these limitations are due to the inherent nature of the MD recording system itself and not to mechanical causes. • “Disc Full” lights up before the disc has reached the maximum recording time (60, 74, or 80 minutes). When 255 tracks have been recorded on the disc, “Disc Full” lights up regardless of the total recorded time. You cannot record more than 256 tracks on the disc. To record new tracks, erase unnecessary tracks or use another MD. • “Disc Full” lights up before the maximum number of tracks is reached. If you use a disc that contains many edits, the “Disc Full” indicator may light up regardless of the recording time or the number of tracks. • The remaining recordable time on the MD does not increase even after you erase numerous short tracks. • Some tracks cannot be combined with others. Track combination may become impossible when tracks are edited. • The remaining recordable time on the MD may decrease by more than the total recorded time, depending on the status of the MD or how you record. • Tracks created through editing may exhibit sound dropout during searching operations. • Track numbers are not recorded correctly. Incorrect assignment or recording of track numbers may result (1) when CD tracks are divided into several smaller tracks during digital recording, or (2) when certain CDs are recorded with the Level Sync On for automatic track marking. • “MD Reading” appears for a long time. If an inserted recordable disc is brand new, “MD Reading” remains on the display longer than if the disc had been used. • You can enter up to 1,792 characters on an MD. However, if you use the Group function, the maximum number will be lower. • Group function data is written in the memory area for names. If you input an excessive number of characters, the available data capacity will be reduced, possibly disabling Group functions. In this case, try to reduce the number of characters used for names. Message Meaning MD Blank Disc A recordable MD without disc or track names is inserted. Cannot Copy You tried to create a second digital copy from a digitally dubbed MD (see “Precautions for Handling MiniDiscs (MDs)). Cannot Edit You tried to edit a playback-only disc. Cannot Rec You tried to record onto a playback-only disc. CD Dub Fail CD dubbing could not be activated. Complete The editing operation has been completed. Cannot Read The disc is abnormal (scratched or missing a TOC). Disc Full The disc is full (see “System Limitations”). Full You tried to enter a character over the maximum character capacity while naming a disc, track, or group, etc. Impossible You tried to edit a disc using a function not available for some reason other than an MD system limitation. MD Writing The unit is writing the recorded or edited contents to the MD. Mecha Error An error occurred in the unit’s internal mechanism. Memory Full You tried to store a 26th track or a 31st channel, exceeding the unit’s capacity. Name Full The naming capacity of the disc or unit has reached its limit. No Change The name has not been changed. CD/MD No Disc There is no disc in the unit. Protected The inserted disc is record-protected. Recording You tried to switch to another source while recording, or to perform a CD or tuner operation that is disabled during recording. Retry Error The recording attempt failed due to consecutive disturbances from scratches on the MD or from applied vibration. Signal Wait The MD recorder has entered Signal Wait mode. Time Protect You tried to repeat double-speed dubbing using the same CD. TOC Error The unit failed to read or record onto a disc. If you have recorded a disc in LP2 or LP4 mode, you cannot play it on a player that does not support LP2 or LP4 mode. If you play such a disc on another MD player, “LP:.” may appear in the display as a title. 67 Troubleshooting Problems may be caused by any component connected to this unit. Please check the table below, cross-referencing the instruction manuals for the other components. Power The power to the system is not turned on. • Make sure that the power cable is plugged into the AC outlet. • Unplug the power cable from the AC outlet, wait for five seconds or more, then plug the cable in again. The power is turned off during the operation. • If the SLEEP indicator is lit on the display, the Sleep timer is functioning. Cancel the Sleep timer. (See page 61.) • The FR-X7A enters Standby mode after the timer playback or recording is complete. (See page 64.) Audio The sound is not heard. • Make sure the power cable is plugged into an AC outlet. • Make sure that the speakers are connected correctly and the speaker cables’ core wires touch only the speaker connectors. (See page 14.) • Check to make sure that the volume level is not set to minimum. (See page 18.) • Check to make sure the muting function is not engaged. If the MUTING indicator is flashing, the sound is muted. Cancel the muting function. (See page 40.) • When the headphones are connected, the speakers do not output any sound. Disconnect the headphones. (See page 40.) Sound is not good. • Make sure that the speaker cords are connected correctly. Check their polarity (+/–). (See page 14.) • Connect the RCA/phono audio cables firmly. • Sound quality could be affected by a strong magnetic field, such as a TV set. Locate such a device far from the FR-X7A. CD/MD Sound skips. • The unit absorbed some vibration, or the disc is scratched or dirty. Track numbers cannot be stored when setting MEMORY playback. • Make sure that the disc has been loaded, and the track(s) you try to program are included on the disc. The disc will not play. • Make sure that the disc has been loaded on the disc tray correctly. The disc should be inserted with the playback side facing down. • Check to see if the disc’s surface is dirty. • A blank MD has been loaded. Replace it with a recorded MD. • If condensation is suspected, wait for about one hour after you turn on the power to the unit before playing the disc. FM/AM Noise is heard during broadcast, or too much white noise is heard during an FM stereo broadcast. You cannot tune in the broadcast station using the Auto Preset function (for only FM stations). Or, the FM ST indicator does not light up during FM broadcast. • • • • • • • 68 Change the location of the antenna. (See page 27.) Locate the unit further from the TV or a computer. Cars or airplanes can create noisy interference. A broadcast radio signal may be weak if a concrete wall obstructs the signal path. Try setting FM mode to Monaural. (See page 28.) Noise may be heard when you operate the remote controller during AM reception. If nothing can improve the reception, install an outdoor antenna. Troubleshooting—Continued If power outage occurs or the power plug is disconnected: • Memory is normally retained for two weeks. If the programmed preset channels are lost, program them again. • The clock data is lost. Set the clock and timers again. Remote controller The remote controller does not function correctly. • Make sure that the batteries have been installed in the correct direction (polarity +/–). (See page 11.) • Replace both batteries with new ones. (Do not mix different types of batteries or new and old batteries.) • The distance between the remote controller and the unit may be too great, or there may be an object between them. • The remote control sensor on the unit may be subjected to bright light (inverter fluorescent light or sunlight). • The unit is placed behind the tinted windows of an audio rack or entertainment center. Onkyo components system connection “D. In Unlock” appears on the display or the DIGITAL indicator flashes. • The optical digital cable is not connected, or the power to the connected external component is not turned on. No sound is output from the connected component. • Check to see if the optical digital cable is bent or damaged. • Add an optical phono equalizer if the turntable does not include a phono equalizer. Timer function Timer playback or recording does not work. • The clock should be set correctly. If the clock is not set, playback or recording does not work. Make sure you program the current time. (See page 19.) • Timer operation is not activated if the power to the unit is turned on before the timer On time. Be sure to place the unit in Standby mode before timer operation starts. (See page 64.) • Programmed time may overlap with another timer. Be sure to set multiple timers such that time ranges do not overlap. (See page 60.) • If you try to set the Sleep timer or press TIMER during timer operation, the current timer setting is cancelled. • The timer operation uses the volume level that was set before the unit was placed in Standby mode. Set an appropriate volume level before you place the unit in Standby mode. (See page 64.) • Make sure that the cable and RCA/phono audio cables are connected correctly. • You must load a recordable MD for timer recording to function. • If you selected an external Onkyo component for the timer operation, you must specify the source name. The colors of the TV picture bleed. • Locate the speakers far from the TV. CD/MD Immediately before an MD is ejected or the unit is placed in Standby mode, the information regarding the MD recording and edits are written to the TOC of the MD. Do not disconnect the power plug or apply vibration to the unit while the TOC indicator is lit or flashing. Can’t dub? “Cannot Rec” appears on the display. (See page 67.) • The current MD is for playback only. Use a recordable MD. “Protected” appears on the display. (See page 67.) • The MD is write-protected. See Precautions for handling a MiniDisc (MD) on page 7. “Disc Full” appears on the display. (See page 67.) • The MD has no space available for recording. Use a new MD. “Retry Error” appears on the display. (See page 67.) • Eject the MD, insert it again, then try recording again. 69 Troubleshooting—Continued “D. In Unlock” appears on the display when you try to dub from an external digital component. • Connect the digital audio cable correctly. The recording level of the analog input is low. • Adjust the recording level. (See page 38.) Cannot perform CD dubbing. CD Dub Fail appears on the display. (See page 67.) • The MD recorder’s mechanism is still moving. Wait a while, then retry CD dubbing. • You cannot perform CD dubbing if the CD section is in Random Play mode. You cannot perform double-speed CD dubbing. • If the CD player is in Repeat, Memory, or Random Play mode, double-speed CD dubbing is disabled. Also, you cannot use double-speed CD dubbing to record from the same CD within 74 minutes. Sound skips during double-speed CD dubbing. • Double-speed CD dubbing performance is easily affected by disc condition, such as dirt on the disc. If you experience any skips or noise, record using the standard CD dubbing function. Cannot perform Synchro recording. • You cannot start Synchro recording while “MD Reading” appears on the display. Wait a while, then try again. Cannot name a disc or tracks. • Use a recordable MD and cancel the record protection on the disc. • You cannot name a disc or tracks in Memory, Random, 1GR, or 1TR Play mode. Cannot edit the MD. • • • • Use a recordable MD and cancel the record protection on the disc. You cannot edit tracks in Memory, Random, 1GR, or 1TR Play mode. (See page 43.) You cannot combine a digital track and an analog track. (See page 55.) You cannot combine tracks recorded in different Recording modes (such as LP2 and LP4). (See page 55.) Power went out after recording. • If the power is down or if you disconnect the power cord accidentally while the TOC indicator is lit or flashing, the data recorded prior to loss of power will be erased. CD It takes a long time until playback starts. • It may take time for the FR-X7A to load and read a CD that contains many tracks. Onkyo is not responsible for damages (such as CD rental fees) due to unsuccessful recordings caused by unit’s malfunction. Before you record important data, make sure that the material will be recorded correctly. This product uses a microcomputer to perform various advanced functions. However, noise, radio interference, or static electricity could occasionally cause the unit to malfunction. In this case, unplug the power cable from the AC outlet, then plug it in again in five seconds. 70 Specifications ■ FR-X7A Audio output: General Power supply Power consumption Standby Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight AC 220-230 V, 50/60 Hz 64 W (220-230 V, 50/60 Hz) 1.5 W 205 × 154 × 354 mm 5.3 kg Digital outputs Audio outputs Processor outputs Subwoofer Pre out Speaker outputs Phones 1 (Optical) 2 (TAPE, CDR) 1 (processor) 1 2 1 CD Player Amplifier Power output 20 W + 20 W (4 Ω, 1 kHz, EIAJ) 18 W + 18 W (5 Ω, 1 kHz, EIAJ) 2 × 14 W min. RMS at 4 Ω 1 kHz no more than 0.4 % THD Dynamic power 17 W + 17 W (4 Ω, Front) Total Harmonic Distortion 0.4 % (Rated Power) Damping factor 25 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω) Input Sensitivity 150 mV, 50 kΩ and Impedance (LINE,CDR, TAPE) Output level 150 mV, 2.2 kΩ (REC OUT) and impedance Frequency response 10 Hz-100 kHz/+3 dB, –3 dB (LINE,CDR, TAPE) Tone control +5.0 dB, 80 Hz (S.BASS 1) +8.0 dB, 100 Hz/+2.5 dB, 10 kHz (S.BASS 2) Signal to noise ratio 100 dB (LINE,CDR, TAPE) Speaker impedance 4 Ω-16 Ω Signal readout system Frequency response Signal to noise ratio Audio dynamic range Total Harmonic Distortion Wow and Flutter Optical non-contract 10 Hz-20 kHz (± 3.0 dB) 92 dB 92 dB 0.009 % (at 1kHz) Below threshold of measurability MD recorder Signal readout system Record method Record time Frequency response Signal to noise ratio Audio dynamic range Wow and Flutter Optical non-contract The magnetic field modulation 320 minutes maximum (LP4) 10 Hz-20 kHz (± 3.0dB) 100 dB 96 dB (at 1 kHz) Below threshold of measurability ■ D-SX7A Tuner FM: Tuning frequency range Usable sensitivity 87.50 MHz-108.00 MHz FM STEREO 17.2 dBf, 2.0 µV (75 Ω IHF) FM MONO 11.2 dBf, 1.0 µV(75 Ω IHF) Signal to noise ratio FM STEREO 67 dB(IHF-A) FM MONO 73 dB(IHF-A) Total Harmonic Distortion FM STEREO 0.3 % FM MONO 0.2 % FM Streo Separation 40 dB at 1 kHz, 30 dB at 100 Hz-10 kHz 2-way bass reflex 5Ω 70 W 85 dB/W/m 50 Hz-35 kHz 7 kHz 6.8 l Woofer: 12 cm cone Tweeter: 2.5 cm dome Dimensions (W × H × D) 158 × 267 × 248 mm Weight 3.6kg each * Specifications and features are subject to change without notice. AM: Tuning frequency range Usable sensitivity S.N ratio Total Harmonic Distortion Type Impedance Maximum input power Output sound pressure level Frequency response Crossover frequency Cabinet capacity Speaker 522 kHz-1611 kHz 30 µV 40 dB 0.7 % Audio input: Digital inputs Audio inputs Processor inputs 1 (Optical) 3 (LINE, TAPE, CDR) 1 (processor) 71 MD recorder Signal readout system Frequency response Wow and flutter Optical non-contact 10 Hz to 20 kHz (± 2 dB) Below threshold of measurability Tuner Tuning range Usable sensitivity 50 dB quieting sensitivity Capture ratio Image rejection ratio IF rejection ratio Signal to noise ratio Selectivity Harmonic distortion Frequency response Stereo separation FM: 87.50 to 108.00 MHz (50 kHz steps) AM: 522 to 1611 kHz (9 kHz steps) FM Mono:11.2 dBf, 1.0 µV (75 Ω IHF) Stereo:17.2 dBf, 2.0 µV (75 Ω IHF) AM: 30 µV FM Mono:17.2 dBf, 2.0µV (75 Ω) Stereo:37.2 dBf, 20.0 µV (75 Ω) 2.0 dB FM: 85 dB AM: 40 dB FM: 90 dB AM: 40 dB FM Mono : 72 dB IHF Stereo : 67 dB IHF AM: 40 dB FM: 50 dB (±300 kHz at 40 kHz devi.) FM: Mono: 1.0 % Stereo: 0.3 % AM: 0.7 % FM: 30 to 15,000 Hz (±1.5 dB) FM: 45 dB at 1,000 Hz FM: 30 dB at 100 to 10,000 Hz Specifications and features are subject to change without notice. Sales & Product Planning Div. : 2-1, Nisshin-cho, Neyagawa-shi, OSAKA 572-8540, JAPAN Tel: 072-831-8111 Fax: 072-831-8124 ONKYO U.S.A. CORPORATION 18 Park Way, Upper Saddle River, N.J. 07458, U.S.A. Tel: 201-785-2600 Fax: 201-785-2650 http://www.onkyousa.com ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH Liegnitzerstrasse 6, 82194 Groebenzell, GERMANY Tel: +49-8142-4401-0 Fax: +49-8142-4401-555 http://www.onkyo.net ONKYO CHINA LIMITED Units 2102-2107, Metroplaza Tower I, 223 Hing Fong Road, Kwai Chung, N.T., HONG KONG Tel: 852-2429-3118 Fax: 852-2428-9039 72 SN 29343518 (C) Copyright 2003 ONKYO CORPORATION Japan. All rights reserved. HOMEPAGE http://www.onkyo.co.jp/ Printed in Japan I0306-1