MAX-S520/S530(GB)R1~14 2/17/03 18:38 Page 1 THREE-CD CHANGER MINI-COMPACT SYSTEM CD-R/RW PLAYBACK MAX-S520 MAX-S530 Instruction Manual
MAX-S520/S530(GB)R1~14 2/17/03 18:38 Page 2 Safety Warnings GB CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT This Compact Disc player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)R1~14 2/17/03 18:38 Page 3 Thank you for buying this SAMSUNG mini-compact system. Contents Please take time to read these instructions. They will allow you to operate your system with ease and take full advantage of its features. SAFETY WARNINGS .................................................................................................................................................................................. 2 INSTALLING YOUR MINI-COMPACT SYSTEM Front Panel View ..........
MAX-S520/S530(GB)R1~14 2/17/03 18:38 Page 4 Front Panel View GB 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 1 2 3 24 4 5 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 6 7 8 9 10 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 4 Demo/Dimmer Standby/On Timer/Clock Display (RDS) PTY (RDS) Phones CD Repeat Counter Reset Deck 1/2 Cassette Deck 1 REC/Pause (Record/Pause) TAPE Normal Dubbing CD Synchro Recording Function Selection buttons Cassette Deck 2 Skip Function buttons 11 12 13 15 14 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)R1~14 2/17/03 18:38 Page 5 Remote Control GB 1 26 2 25 3 4 5 24 23 22 6 7 8 9 10 21 20 19 18 17 16 11 12 1. Standby/On 2. Super Bass 3. Sound Mode 4. TAPE Fast-Forward 5. TAPE Rewind 6. Demo 7. Deck 1/2 8. CD Repeat 9. CD Stop 10. Program/Set 11. CD Track or Radio Station Search(Skip) 12. FM Mono/Stereo 13. Tuner Band 15 14 13 14. Volume Descrease 15. Tuning Mode(MANUAL,PRESET) 16. Volume Increase 17. Disc Skip 18. CD Play/Pause 19. CD Shuffle Play 20. Counter Reset 21.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)R1~14 2/17/03 18:38 Page 6 Rear Panel View GB 1 2 3 4 1. FM Aerial Connector Terminal 2. AM Aerial Connector Terminal 3. AUX-Input 4.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)R1~14 2/17/03 18:38 Page 7 Where to Install Your Mini-Compact System Connecting the Loudspeakers GB To take full advantage of your new mini-compact system, follow these installation instructions before connecting the unit. The loudspeaker connector terminals are located on the rear of the system. There are four terminals on the system: Install the system on a flat, stable surface. Never place this unit on carpeting. Never place this unit in an outdoor area.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)R1~14 GB 2/17/03 18:38 Page 8 Connecting the AM (MW)/LW Aerial Connecting to an External Source The AM aerial (for long and medium waves) can be: Placed on a stable surface Fixed to the wall (you must first remove the base) The AM aerial connector terminals are located on the rear of the system and are marked AM . The auxiliary input can be used to take advantage of the sound quality of your mini-compact system when listening to other sources.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)R1~14 2/17/03 18:38 Page 9 Setting the Clock Inserting Remote Control Batteries GB Insert or replace remote control batteries when you: Purchase the mini-compact system Find that the remote control is no longer operating correctly When replacing the batteries, use a new set of batteries and never mix alkaline and manganese batteries.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)R1~14 2/17/03 18:38 Page 10 Loading and Changing Compact Discs Listening to a Compact Disc GB The CD disc changer can contain up to three 12 cm or 8 cm compact discs without using an adapter. Never force the compact disc carrousel when opening and closing the compartment. Never press down or place objects on the carrousel. Always treat your compact discs with care; refer, if necessary, to the section entitled “Precautions When Using Compact Discs” on page 23.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)R1~14 2/17/03 18:38 Page 11 Selecting a CD in the Disc changer Searching for a Specific Music Passage on a CD GB The CD function is automatically selected when Disc Skip is pushed. To select a specific disc, press the corresponding Disc (1, 2, 3) button on the front panel or Disc Skip on the remote control, until the required disc indicator flashes. Result: All the discs will be played in turn, starting with the one selected.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)R1~14 2/17/03 18:38 Page 12 Repeating One or All Tracks on the Compact Discs GB 7 8 You can repeat indefinitely: A specific track on a compact disc. All tracks on the compact disc selected. All discs loaded in the carrousel 1 To repeat... Press Repeat on the Front Panel one or more times until...
MAX-S520/S530(GB)R1~14 2/17/03 18:38 Page 13 Searching for and Storing the Radio Stations Checking or Changing Programmed Tracks GB You can check or change your selection of tracks at any time. 1 2 Press Press Program. Result: The following indications appear: (CH = Check, 01=Program No, DI = Disc No, – – = Track No on the disc) 3 Press Program again. Result: The first track selected is displayed, together with the letter CH(Change).
MAX-S520/S530(GB)R1~14 2/17/03 18:39 Page 14 Searching for and Storing the Radio Stations (continued) Selecting a Stored Station GB 7 If you do not want to store the radio station found, revert to Step 4 and search for another station. Otherwise: a Press Memory. Result: The PRGM is displayed for a few seconds. b Press Tuning Down and Up to assign a programme number between 1 and 15. 8 You can listen to a stored radio station as follows: 1 2 3 c Press Memory to store the radio station.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)-R15~25 2/17/03 18:45 Page 15 About RDS broadcasting About RDS DISPLAY function GB This unit has the RDS (Radio Data System) function, which enables for the various information such as broadcasting station, radio text, time and 30 types of programs (News, Rock, Classic, etc.) to be received from the FM RDS station together with normal radio signal. 1 2 3 Press the Standby/On button. Receive the FM radio. See the radio receiving method on the page 13.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)-R15~25 2/17/03 18:45 Page 16 PTY (Program Type) indication and PTY-SEARCH function GB The PTY information is composed of an identification symbol, which helps the FM radio to recognize the program type of each FM station. The 30 PTY modes are shown in the display by pressing the PTY button. NEWS • News including an announced opinion and report AFFAIRS • Several matters including a current incident, documentary, discussion and analysis.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)-R15~25 2/17/03 18:45 Page 17 Listening to a Cassette CD Synchro Record Feature GB Always treat your cassettes with care; refer, if necessary, to the section entitled “Precautions When Using Audio Cassettes” on page 23. 1 2 3 Switch the system on by pressing the Standby/On button. Select the TAPE function by pressing TAPE. Open either cassette deck 1 or 2 by pushing and releasing the deck cover where Push Eject ( ) is written.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)-R15~25 2/17/03 18:45 Page 18 Recording a Radio Programme GB You can record a radio programme of your choice. 5 You can only record on cassettes in Deck 2. Press on the front panel or TAPE you have finished recording. on the remote control when You do not need to adjust the volume, as it has no effect on the recording. 1 2 3 4 Switch the system on by pressing Standby/On. 1 Insert a blank cassette in Deck 2. Select the TUNER function by pressing TUNER .
MAX-S520/S530(GB)-R15~25 2/17/03 18:45 Page 19 Timer Function GB The timer enables you to switch the system on or off at specific times. Example: You wish to wake up to music every morning. If the timer switch on and off times are identical, the word ERROR is displayed. If you no longer want the system to be switched on or off automatically, you must cancel the timer. Before setting the timer, check that the current time is correct. For each step, you have a few seconds to set the required options.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)-R15~25 2/17/03 18:45 Page 20 Cancelling the Timer GB Selecting an Equalizer Preset After having set the timer, it will start automatically as shown by the TIMER indication on the display. If you no longer wish to use the timer, you must cancel it. Your mini-compact system is equipped with a preset equalizer that allows you to choose the most appropriate balance between treble and bass frequencies, according to the type of music you are listening to.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)-R15~25 2/17/03 18:45 Page 21 Setting the System to Switch off Automatically Super Bass Sound GB While listening to a compact disc or a cassette, you can set the system to switch off automatically Example: You wish to go to sleep to music. Your mini-compact system has a bass amplification function 1 Press AI Sleep.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)-R15~25 2/17/03 18:45 Page 22 Cleaning Your Mini-Compact System Safety Precautions GB The following diagrams illustrate the precautions to be taken when using or moving your mini-compact system.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)-R15~25 2/17/03 18:45 Page 23 Precautions When Using Audio Cassettes Check that the tape in the cassette is sufficiently taught. To prevent erasing a cassette that you wish to keep, remove the safety tab on the upper edge of the cassette. To record a cassette, where the tab has been broken, simply cover the opening with adhesive tape. When you have finished playing a cassette, always put it back in its case.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)-R15~25 2/17/03 18:45 Page 24 Technical Specifications GB SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design specifications and these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice. RADIO LW(option) Usable sensitivity AM (MW) Signal/noise ratio Usable sensitivity Total harmonic distortion FM Signal/noise ratio Usable sensitivity Total harmonic distortion 60 dB 40 dB 54 dB 2% 62 dB 10 dB 0.
MAX-S520/S530(GB)-R15~25 2/17/03 18:45 Page 25 THIS APPLIANCE IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS AH68-01228B
