Hitachi CX-38E(BS) features a CD player, radio, and cassette recorder. It can play audio CDs and radio stations, and record audio to cassette tapes. The device has a variety of playback options, including the ability to skip tracks forward or backward, and to program the order of playback. It also has a beat cut switch to reduce bass frequencies, and a D.B.B. (Dynamic Bass Boost) button to enhance bass frequencies. The device can be powered by either AC power or by 8 C batteries, making it portable and convenient to use.
Hitachi CX-38E(BS) features a CD player, radio, and cassette recorder. It can play audio CDs and radio stations, and record audio to cassette tapes. The device has a variety of playback options, including the ability to skip tracks forward or backward, and to program the order of playback. It also has a beat cut switch to reduce bass frequencies, and a D.B.B. (Dynamic Bass Boost) button to enhance bass frequencies. The device can be powered by either AC power or by 8 C batteries, making it portable and convenient to use.
CD RADIO CASSETTE RECORDER
FM/AM
CX-38E(BS)
Operation Guide
Before operating, please read all these instructions thoroughly
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SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE
SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety stan-
dards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best
results and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and
interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when mak-
ing or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety
of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in doubt about it working normally, or
if it is damaged in any way – switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated
that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the
switch on the equipment and make sure that your family know how to do this. Special
arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from
the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving a vehicle.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft
furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON’T use the makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws – to ensure
complete safety always fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings
provided according to the instructions.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
- NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other
opening in the case – this could result in a fatal electrical shock;
- NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind. It is better to
be safe than sorry!
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IMPORTANT
The mains lead on this equipment may be supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a
fuse, the value of which is indicated on the pin face of the plug. Should the fuse need to be
replaced, an ASTA or BSI approved BS1362 fuse must be used of the same rating. If the
fuse cover is detachable never use the plug with the cover omitted. If a replacement fuse
cover is required, ensure it is of the same colour as that visible on the pin face of the plug.
Fuse covers are available from your dealer.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the
power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an
appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.
Should it be necessary to change the mains plugs, this must be carried out by a competent
person preferably a qualified electrician.
If there is no alternative to cutting off the mains plug, ensure that you dispose of it
immediately, having first removed the fuse, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvert-
ent connection to the mains supply.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue : NEUTRAL
Brown : LIVE
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals
in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or
coloured BLUE or BLACK. The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal
marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN or RED.
On no account connect either of these wires to the terminal marked E or by the earth
symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.
Alternatively, this equipment may be supplied with a rewireable plug already fitted, which
may be removed if not suitable and an alternative fitted in accordance with the preceding
instructions.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that this product, to which this declaration relates,
is in conformity with the following standards:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3-3.
Following the provisions of 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC Directives.
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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
CAUTION -INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
VORSICHTI-UNSICHTABARE LASERTRAHLUNG TRITT AUS, WENN
DECKEL GEÖFFNET UND WENN
SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG ÜBERBRÜCKT IST.
NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZENI.
VARNING -OSYNLIG LASERSTRÁLNING NÅR DENNA DEL ÅR
ÖPPNAD OCH SPÅRR ÅR URKOPPLAD.
STRÁLEN ÅR FARLIG.
ADVARSEL-USYNLIG LASERSTRÁLING VED ÁBNING. NÁR
SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERE ER UND AF FUNKTION.
UNDGÁ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÁLING.
LOCATION OF EXPLANATORY LABEL
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AC 230V 50Hz
POWER REQUIREMENTS
MAINS SUPPLY
BATTERY SUPPLY
12V DC
8 X IEC R14 OR JISR14P OR “C” CELL
NOTE: When the volume drops and the tape speed slows down, it is a sign that the
batteries have to be replaced.
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• USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
Battery Insertion
3V [2 x “AAA” cell or IEC R03 or JIS R03P (JIS UM-4)]
1. Point the remote control at the remote sensor ① when operation.
2. The remote control may not be effective in strong day light.
3. Never get the remote control wet.
4. Replace the batteries when the performance of the remote control becomes unstable.
Note: • Do not use new and old batteries or different kinds of batteries together.
• During radio listening (AM), if you operate the remote control extremely close to
the sound system, some noise may be produced.
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PRECAUTIONS
• When the set is not going to be used for a long time, unplug the AC lead and remove the
batteries.
• If a CD player is being operated while you are receiving a radio broadcast, you may hear
a noise with the broadcast. If so, turn the operative switch of the CD player [OFF].
• Do not leave exhausted batteries in the compartment as they will leak and cause corrosion
and damage.
• Never open the covers or touch the inside or insert a metal object. Any of these operations
could cause an electric shock or a fault.
• When thunder starts, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. If the set is being used
outdoors, shorten the antenna and stop using the set.
• Shorten the antenna when carrying the set: If the set is carried with the antenna extended,
it could break.
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, extreme heat, and high humidity, or place it near
heat sources, the sea, or in a sandy or dusty place.
• Do not clean the cabinet of the set with strong detergents or solvents as these could
damage the surface finish.
•We discourage the use of C-120 cassette tapes as they tend to break or jam the device.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
• Discs, which can be played on this player, have the following mark on them:
• Do not move the set suddenly from a very cold room into a warm room. When a chilled CD
player is moved suddenly to a warm location, moisture condensation may form on the
pick-up lens, preventing proper operation. In this case, wait 1 to 2 hours before resuming
play.
• During playback, if the CD player is subjected to a sudden shock or jolt, some noise may
be produced, this is not a malfunction.
• Do not place any objects in the disc compartment, it any cause damage to the mechanism.
• Whenever moving the set, first, be sure to remove the disc from it. If the player is moved
with the disc loaded, the disc may be damaged.
• Do not store discs in high temperature, high-humidity locations. The discs may develop
warps and become unable to play. Also, discs with moisture on them may be unplayable.
Wipe any moisture off with a soft, dry cloth, and be sure discs are fully dry before using.
• Handle the discs carefully so that fingerprints and dust do not adhere to the surfaces of the
discs. To clean off, use a soft cloth. Do not use a hard cloth since these will mark the disc.
• If you switch on or off a fluorescent lamp which is placed near the set, you may hear some
interference noise; this is not a malfunction.
• Please do not use compact discs with cellophone tapes or with labels attached, or those
CD with pealed off stains, such as rental CD. If such discs were used on a CD player, they
may get trapped inside the unit and cause malfunction.
• CD’s with special shapes (heart-shaped CD’s, octagonal CD’s etc.)
cannot be played on this set. Attempting to do so may damage
the set. Do not use such CD’s:
IMPORTANT NOTICE
ALWAYS PRESS STOP BUTTON AND WAIT FOR THE DISC TO STOP ROTATING BE-
FORE OPEN THE CD DOOR AND TO REMOVE THE DISC. OPEN THE CD DOOR
WHILE IT IS STILL ROTATING MAY DAMAGE THE DISC.
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• KEY TO ILLUSTRATIONS
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REMOTE CONTROLLER
RB-CX38
PROGRAM
STOP
B.SKIP
F. S KIP
PLAY/
PAUSE
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• KEY TO ILLUSTRATIONS
REMOTE CONTROL
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KEY TO ILLUSTRATIONS
1. HANDLE
2. FM TELESOPIC ANTENNA
3. CD DOOR
4. BAND SWITCH
5. TUNING KNOB
6. DIAL SCALE
7. LIFT TO OPEN DOOR CATCH
CASSETTE DECK
8. RECORD BUTTON (==)
9. PLAY BUTTON (
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10. REWIND BUTTON (
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11.F.FWD BUTTON (
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12.STOP/EJECT BUTTON ( ■ L
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13.PAUSE BUTTON ( )
14.D.B.B. BUTTON
15.VOLUME KNOB
16.FUNCTION SWITCH
17.CASSETTE DOOR
CD CONTROL
18.CD DISPLAY
19.STOP BUTTON ( ■ )
20.PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON (
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21.B. SKIP BUTTON (
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22.F. SKIP BUTTON (
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23.FM ST. INDICATOR
24.BEAT CUT SWITCH
25.AC SOCKET
26.BATTERY DOOR
27.REMOTE SENSOR
REMOTE CONTROL
1. PROGRAM BUTTON
2.
PLAY/ PAUSE BUTTON
3. ■ STOP BUTTON
4. F. SKIP BUTTON
5.
B. SKIP BUTTON
Use only NORMAL tapes in the cassette deck of this sound system. The characteristics of the
cassette deck mechanisms do not match other types of tape.
FUNCTIONS AND FEATURES
RADIO SECTION
RADIO AERIALS
• For FM, pull out the telescopic aerial. To improve FM-reception, incline and turn the
aerial. Reduce its length if the FM-signal is too strong (very close to a transmitter).
• For AM, the set is provided with a built-in aerial, so the telescopic aerial is not needed.
Direct the aerial by turning the whole set.
FM MODE
When a FM stereo signal is too weak or noisy for stereo listening, set the BAND Switch [4] to
the FM position to reduce the noise.
BEAT CUT (AM only)
If beat noise is audible during the recording from an AM radio programme, to eliminate the
noise, change the switch [24] to A or B.
SOUND CONTROL SECTION
DYNAMIC BASS BOOST
Set DYNAMIC BASS BOOST to
ON to get the rich bass sound. To turn it OFF, press
the button [14] again.
(See Page 8, 9)
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TAPE RECORDER SECTION
REWIND ( ) AND FAST FORWARD ( ) BUTTONS
To rewind the tape, press the REWIND Button [10]. To rapidly advance the tape, press the
F.FWD Button [11]. To stop rewinding or fast forwarding, press the STOP/EJECT Button
[12].
PAUSE BUTTON (
)
To halt the tape temporarily during recording or playback, press the PAUSE Button [13]. To
release the pause mode, press the PAUSE Button again.
STOP/EJECT BUTTON ( ■ /
=)
When this button is pressed with the tape running, the tape stops. When it is pressed in the
stop mode, the cassette holder opens.
AUTO STOP MECHANISM
When a tape has completed playing back, rewinding, fast forwarding or dubbing, it stops
automatically.
VARIABLE MONITOR
During recording, adjustment of volume is unnecessary. A programme may be heard at any
desired volume.
CD PLAYER SECTION
B. SKIP / AND F. SKIP / BUTTON
• Skip Playback
By pressing briefly the
/ F.SKIP [22] or B. SKIP / [21] Buttons, you can
jump to a next or previous title, or you can select a track before starting playback.
A. During PLAY
-You can jump to the next title by pressing the F. SKIP Button once. If you want to skip
more than one track, press the F. SKIP Button more than once until the display shows
the desired track number.
- If you want to repeat the running title from the beginning, press the B. SKIP Button
once. If you want to repeat one of the previous titles, press the B. SKIP Button more
than once until the display shows the required track number.
B. In position STOP
- In position STOP with a CD inserted you can select the desired title using the B. SKIP
or F. SKIP Button until the display shows the required track number. Press PLAY/
PAUSE Button [20] to start playback.
• Search Playback
By keeping pressing the F.SKIP [22] or B.SKIP [21] Button, you can search forward or back-
ward for a particular point of a track. Release the buttons when the desired point has been
reached.
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REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
• The Remote Control Unit controls the function of CD operation only.
• The power of the main unit must be connected and SOURCE set to CD mode.
OPERATION
1. PROGRAM
Press this button to program and store in the memory.
2.
PLAY/ PAUSE
During "PLAY", press the same
PLAY / PAUSE button to "PAUSE" play, press once
again to resume play.
3. ■ STOP
Press this button to "STOP" disc play.
4.
F. SKIP
Press this button to "SKIP FORWARD" to the next tracks.
5.
B. SKIP
Press this button to "SKIP BACKWARD" to the beginning of current track.
OPERATION
RECORD-PREVENT DEVICE
MAINTENANCE
(See page 15-21)
(See page 22)
(See page 23)
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CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
Before you jump to the conclusion that it’s out of order!
When the set is not operating properly, one is apt to assume that the set is faulty. There are,
however, many possible faults which are not directly attributable to the set itself. It is recom-
mended to check the following before taking the set to a Hitachi dealer.
Symptom
No AC power.
No DC power.
Tape does not run when a button is pressed.
Cassette cannot be inserted.
No recording.
Deteriorated sound or irregular tape speed.
Slow tape speed or low volume.
Disc is not played
Player does not operate correctly; sound is
interrupted, noise occurs and tracks cannot be
selected.
Player does not operate normally when con-
trol buttons are pressed.
Cause
*Is the power cord connected properly?
*Are the batteries properly inserted in the bat-
tery compartment?
*Are the batteries exhausted?
*Is the cassette upside down?
*Is the Pause button pressed? If so, unlock
and release.
*Are the accidental-erasure prevention tabs
punched out? If so, cover the holes with plas-
tic tape.
*Clean heads, capstan and pressure roller with
a cleaning stick.
*Are the batteries exhausted?
*Is the disc loaded upside down?
*Is the disc scratched or warped?
*Is the pick-up lens dirty? If so, clean it with a
cleaning stick.
*Is the disc scratched or otherwise flawed?
*Is the disc soiled?
*First press the Stop button then play disc
again.
CD player Tape recorder Power
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SPECIFICATIONS
AUDIO SECTION
Frequency Range FM: 88 - 108 MHz, AM: 530 - 1,600 kHz
Antennas FM: Telescopic antenna, AM: Built-in ferrite bar
CASSETTE RECORDER SECTION
Frequency Response 100 – 8,000Hz
CD PLAYER SECTION
Disc Used Compact Disc
Frequency Response 20 to 20,000Hz
GENERAL SECTION
Speakers 3”, 8 ohm (main speaker) x 2
2”, 8 ohm (tweeter speaker) x 2
Power Output 1W + 1W
Power Requirements AC – 230V, 50Hz
DC – 12V [“C” cell or IEC R14 or JIS R14P x 8] (optional)
Power Consumption 12W in AC operation
Dimensions Approx. 300 (L) x 252 (D) x 165 (H) mm
Weight Approx. 3.1kg w/batteries
Accessory Supplies AC power cord (1)
Remote Control (1)
Specifications are subject to change for performance improvement without notice.
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RADIO
TAPE
CD
CD/RADIO OFF
FUNCTION
FM STEREO
FM
AM
BAND
VOLUME
MIN MAX
TUNING
RADIO
TAPE
CD
CD/RADIO OFF
FUNCTION
Dynamic
Bass
Boost
ON
OFF
AM FM
BEAT CUT
A B
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6 For AM only 7
• LISTENING TO THE RADIO
8 To switch off the radio
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FUNCTION
CD/RADIO OFF
RADIO
TAPE
CD
Dynamic
Bass
Boost
ON
OFF
VOLUME
MIN MAX
Open
PLAY/PAUSE
B. SKIP/
SEARCH
F. SKIP/
SEARCH
STOP
• PLAYING CD
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Printed side
facing up
7 To pause playback 8 To stop playback
PLAY/PAUSE
B. SKIP/
SEARCH
F. SKIP/
SEARCH
STOP
PLAY/PAUSE
B. SKIP/
SEARCH
F. SKIP/
SEARCH
STOP
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45Repeat step 3,4 to program next
desired track
67To stop playback
• PROGRAMMING TRACK NUMBER (For CD)
You can program at most 21 tracks in memory in any sequence. You can program each
track more than once.
PLAY/PAUSE
B. SKIP/
SEARCH
F. SKIP/
SEARCH
STOP
REMOTE CONTROLLER
RB-CX38
PROGRAM
STOP
B.SKIP
F.SKIP
PLAY/
PAUSE
STOP
/
REMOTE CONTROLLER
RB-CX38
PROGRAM
PROGRAM
STOP
B.SKIP
F.SKIP
PLAY/
PAUSE
/
REMOTE CONTROLLER
RB-CX38
PROGRAM
STOP
B.SKIP
F.SKIP
PLAY/
PAUSE
/
PLAY/
PAUSE
/
PLAY/PAUSE
B. SKIP/
SEARCH
F. SKIP/
SEARCH
STOP
REMOTE CONTROLLER
RB-CX38
PROGRAM
STOP
B.SKIP
F.SKIP
PLAY/
PAUSE
/
B.SKIP
F. SKIP
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REMOTE CONTROLLER
RB-CX38
PROGRAM
PROGRAM
STOP
B.SKIP
F.SKIP
PLAY/
PAUSE
/
PAUSE STOP/EJECT F. FWD
REW PLAY RECORD
PAUSE STOP/EJECT F. FWD
Dynamic
Bass
Boost
ON
OFF
VOLUME
MIN MAX
RADIO
TAPE
CD
CD/RADIO OFF
FUNCTION
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RADIO
TAPE
CD
CD/RADIO OFF
FUNCTION
TUNING
FM STEREO
FM
AM
BAND
PAUSE STOP/EJECT F. FWD
REW PLAY RECORD
PAUSE STOP/EJECT F. FWD
RADIO
TAPE
CD
CD/RADIO OFF
FUNCTION
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FUNCTION
CD/RADIO OFF
RADIO
TAPE
CD
REW PLAY RECORD
PAUSE STOP/EJECT F. FWD
PLAY/PAUSE
B. SKIP/
SEARCH
F. SKIP/
SEARCH
STOP
PAUSE STOP/EJECT F. FWD
PLAY/PAUSE
B. SKIP/
SEARCH
F. SKIP/
SEARCH
STOP
RADIO
TAPE
CD
CD/RADIO OFF
FUNCTION
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facing up
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Hitachi CX-38E(BS) features a CD player, radio, and cassette recorder. It can play audio CDs and radio stations, and record audio to cassette tapes. The device has a variety of playback options, including the ability to skip tracks forward or backward, and to program the order of playback. It also has a beat cut switch to reduce bass frequencies, and a D.B.B. (Dynamic Bass Boost) button to enhance bass frequencies. The device can be powered by either AC power or by 8 C batteries, making it portable and convenient to use.
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