MAX-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM Page 1 THREE-CD CHANGER MINI-COMPACT SYSTEM CD-R/RW PLAYBACK MAX-WS730/WS730S MAX-WS750/WS750S Instruction Manual
MAX-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM 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-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM 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-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM Page 4 Front Panel View GB 31 30 29 28 27 26 1 25 2 24 3 4 23 5 22 21 6 7 20 8 9 19 10 18 11 12 17 13 14 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. CD Repeat Standby/On Timer/Clock Display(RDS) PTY(RDS) Mono/ST. Program Counter Reset Reverse Mode REC/Pause TAPE Normal Speed Dubbing Cassette Deck 1 Deck 1/2 CD Synchro Recording Search Function buttons Tuning Mode or Stop button 16. Demo/Dimmer 4 16 15 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25.
MAX-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM Page 5 Rear Panel View GB 1. FM Aerial Connector Terminal 2. AM Aerial Connector Terminal 3. CD Digital out Jack 1 2 3 4. Main speaker Connector Terminals 5. Subwoofer speaker Connector Terminals 6. AUX-Input 4 5 6 Remote Control 1. Standby/On 2. Sound Mode 3. Tape Rewind and Fast-Forward 1 25 24 2 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 4. Deck 1/2 5. Tape Reverse Mode 6. CD Repeat 7. CD Stop 8. Program/Set 9. CD Track or Radio Station Search 10.
MAX-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM Page 6 Display Window GB 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Power Surround Sound Mode Volume and EQ Level CD Program and Tuner Preset Number Main Display (Function, Frequency, Time, etc.) FM Mode (STEREO) EQ D.S.P CD-RW Tape Reverse Mode CD Synchro Recording Tuner Frequency unit AI SLEEP or SLEEP Where to Install Your Mini-Compact System To take full advantage of your new mini-compact system, follow these installation instructions before connecting the unit.
MAX-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM Page 7 Inserting Remote Control Batteries Connecting the Loudspeakers 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-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM Page 8 Connecting to an External Source Connecting the AM Aerial GB The auxiliary input can be used to take advantage of the sound quality of your mini-compact system when listening to other sources. Examples: A television A video disc player A Hi-Fi stereo video cassette recorder To connect the external source, the source must have an audio output. In addition, you need an RCA connection cable.
MAX-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM Page 9 Setting the Clock Demo/Dimmer function GB All functions available on the system can be viewed on the display and the display's brightness can be switched between "on" and "off". 1 Press the Demo/Dimmer button. Result: All functions available on the system appear on the front panel display. Your system is equipped with a clock which allows you to turn your system on and off automatically.
MAX-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM 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 22.
MAX-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM Page 11 Searching for a Specific Music Passage on a CD Selecting a CD in the Disc changer 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-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM Page 12 Repeating One or All Tracks on the Compact Discs GB 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 CD Repeat on the Front Panel one or more times until... The current track indefinitely The selected disc All discs loaded 2 7 8 To select other tracks, repeat Steps 4 to 6. 9 To... Turn the Multi Jog knob...
MAX-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM 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 You can store up to: 15 FM stations 8 MW stations 7 LW stations once if you have started listening to the selection. Press Program. Result: The following indications are displayed: 1 2 3 Switch the system on by pressing Standby/On. 4 To search for a station...
MAX-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM Page 14 Searching for and Storing the Radio Stations (continued) Selecting a Stored Station GB 8 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 Mode Down and Up to assign a program number between 1 and 15. c Press Memory to store the radio station. Result: PRGM is no longer flashed and the station is stored.
MAX-WS730GBR-1~15 3/11/03 1:42 PM 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 14.
MAX-WS730GBR-16~24 3/11/03 1:57 PM 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-WS730GBR-16~24 3/11/03 1:57 PM 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 22. 1 2 3 Switch the system on by pressing the Standby/On button. Select the TAPE function by pressing TAPE on the front panel. Open either cassette deck 1 or 2 by pushing and releasing the deck cover where Push Eject ( ) is written.
MAX-WS730GBR-16~24 3/11/03 1:57 PM Page 18 Recording a Radio Program Copying a Cassette (Dubbing) GB You can record a radio program of your choice. You can only record on cassettes in Deck 2. You can copy a cassette from Deck 1 to Deck 2. Two options are available: Normal speed dubbing You do not need to adjust the volume, as it has no effect on the recording. 1 2 3 4 You do not need to adjust the volume, as it has no effect on the recording.
MAX-WS730GBR-16~24 3/11/03 1:57 PM Page 19 Timer Function 2 The timer enables you to switch the system on or off at specific times. Example: You wish to wake up to music every morning. GB 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. If you exceed this time, you must start again.
MAX-WS730GBR-16~24 3/11/03 1:57 PM Page 20 Mute Function Selecting Sound Mode GB You can turn the sound off temporarily on your system. Example: You wish to answer a telephone call. 1 2 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. Press Mute. To switch the sound back on (at the same volume as before), press Mute again or the Volume buttons.
MAX-WS730GBR-16~24 3/11/03 1:57 PM Page 21 If the timer switch on and off times are identical, the word ERROR is displayed. 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-WS730GBR-16~24 3/11/03 1:57 PM Page 22 Before Contacting the After-Sales Service Precautions When Using Compact Discs GB Handle your compact discs with care. Always hold them by the edges to avoid leaving fingerprints on the shiny surface. When you have finished playing a compact disc, always put it back in its case. Do not fix paper or adhesive tape to the discs and do not write on the label. Clean them with a special-purpose cloth.
MAX-WS730GBR-16~24 3/11/03 1:57 PM Page 23 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 Usable sensitivity 60 dB AM (MW) Signal/noise ratio 40 dB Usable sensitivity 54 dB Total harmonic distortion 2% FM Signal/noise ratio 60 dB Usable sensitivity 10 dB Total harmonic distortion 0.
MAX-WS730GBR-16~24 3/11/03 1:58 PM Page 24 THIS APPLIANCE IS MANUFACTURED BY: AH68-01234B