FFH-979AX - Cassette player LG - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Cassette Player
Brand	LG
Model	FFH-979AX
Dimensions (W x H x D)	430 x 120 x 300 mm
Weight	4.2 kg
Power Supply	AC 220-240V, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption	15 W
Functions	Play, Record, Rewind, Fast Forward, Stop, Pause, Auto Stop, Dolby B Noise Reduction
Cassette Type	Compact Cassette (Type I, II, IV)
Heads	2-head (Play/Record, Erase)
Motor	DC servo motor
Frequency Response	40 Hz - 14 kHz (Type I tape)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	60 dB (Dolby B on)
Wow and Flutter	0.08% WRMS
Inputs	Line In (RCA), Microphone (3.5mm)
Outputs	Line Out (RCA), Headphone (3.5mm)
Controls	Mechanical buttons, Volume, Tone, Record Level
Maintenance	Clean heads and pinch roller with isopropyl alcohol every 20 hours
Safety	Do not expose to water or extreme temperatures. Unplug during cleaning.
Spare Parts	Drive belts, pinch roller, recording/playback head assembly
Repairability	Moderate - basic tools required for belt replacement
Cable Length	1.8 m power cord
Accessories Included	User manual, power cord, RCA cables

Frequently Asked Questions - FFH-979AX LG

How do I clean the tape heads on my LG FFH-979AX?

To clean the tape heads, first unplug the unit. Open the cassette door, then use a cotton swab lightly moistened with isopropyl alcohol (90% or higher) to gently wipe the playback/record head, erase head, and pinch roller. Let dry completely before use.

Does the FFH-979AX support auto-reverse?

No, the LG FFH-979AX is a single-direction cassette player. To play the other side, you must manually flip the cassette tape.

What types of cassette tapes can I use?

The FFH-979AX is compatible with Type I (normal), Type II (chrome), and Type IV (metal) tapes. The tape selector switch adjusts bias and EQ for optimal playback.

Why is my cassette playing too slowly or too fast?

Speed issues are often due to a worn or stretched drive belt. Open the unit and inspect the belt for elasticity. Replacing the belt (a common spare part) usually restores correct speed.

Can I connect the cassette player to my computer or speakers?

Yes, use the Line Out RCA jacks to connect to an amplifier or powered speakers. For computer recording, connect Line Out to your computer's line input via a 3.5mm-to-RCA cable.

How do I record onto a cassette with this player?

Insert a blank tape, press Record together with Play. Connect your source (e.g., microphone) to the Mic In or Line In jacks. Adjust the recording level using the level knob while monitoring the VU meter.

What should I do if the tapes get eaten?

Tape eating is usually caused by a misaligned or dirty pinch roller. Unplug the unit, open the door, and gently remove the tangled tape. Clean the pinch roller and capstan with alcohol. If persistent, replace the pinch roller.

Where can I find replacement belts for the FFH-979AX?

Replacement belts can be found online through electronics parts retailers or specialty cassette deck repair sites. Measure the old belt's length and cross-section (typically square) to order the correct size.

Is there a safety feature to prevent accidental recording?

Yes, the cassette player follows the standard record tab system. If the tab on the cassette is broken off, the record button will not engage, preventing accidental erasure.

How do I adjust the tone (bass/treble) on this model?

The FFH-979AX has separate Bass and Treble rotary knobs on the front panel. Turn them clockwise to increase, counterclockwise to decrease the respective frequencies.

USER MANUAL FFH-979AX LG

Please read this manual carefully before operating your set. Retain it for future reference.

designs and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement.

The working life of this product is 7 years since the date of purchase.

Precautions

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.

Explanation Graphical Symbols:

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.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet, Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Warning:

Do not install this equipment in a confined space such a book case or similar unit.

CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Laser component in this product is capable of emitting radiation exceeding the limit for Class 1.

CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

VARNING:OSYNLIG LASERSTRÄLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.

This label is located on the interior.

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

KLASSE 1

LASER PRODUKT

LUOKAN 1

LASER LAITE

KLASS 1

LASER APPARAT

CLASSE 1

PRODUIT LASER

This Compact Disc player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.

The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the exterior.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

Precautions 2

Table of Contents 3

Before Use....4

Safety Precautions....4

Notes on Discs 4

Notes on Remote Control....4

Front Panel/ Rear Panel 5

Remote Control....6

Display Window....6

Connections 7

Speaker System Connection 7

Antenna (Aerial) Connections....7

BEFORE OPERATION

Setting the Voltage (OPTIONAL) 8

Setting the CLOCK 8

Sleep Function 8

Using Microphone (OPTIONAL) 8

Timer Function 9

Audio Adjustment 10

Volume Adjustment 10

Sound Quality Adjustment 10

MUTE 10

SURROUND 10

DISPLAY MODE....10

XDSS (Extreme Dynamic Sound System) ..... 10

DEMO 10

DIMMER 10

Reception of RDS (Radio Data System) Stations

- OPTIONAL....10

Auxiliary Function....10

OPERATION

Presetting the radio stations....11

Listening to the radio 12

Tape Playback 13

Basic Playback. 13

To Stop Play 13

Tape Counter Reset....13

To Play Fast Rewind or Fast Forward ..... 13

Dubbing 13

Recording 14

Basic Setting 14

Recording from Radio, CD or Auxiliary source .. 14

CD to Tape Synchronized Recording ..... 14

CD Playback 15

Basic Playback. 15

To Pause Play 15

To Stop Play 15

To Skipping the Track 15

To Play Fast Rewind or Fast Forward ..... 15

To Go to the next discs....15

To Select a disc directly 15

To Replace discs during Playback 16

To Repeat Play 16

To Program Play 17

Reference

Troubleshooting 18

Specifications 19

About the symbols for instructions

Indicates hazards likely to cause harm to the unit itself or other material damage.

Indicates special operating features of this unit.

Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.

Before Use

Safety Precautions

Handling the unit

When shipping the unit

The original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory.

To keep the surface clean

Do not use volatile liquids, such as insecticide spray, near the unit. Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a long period of time. They will leave marks on the surface.

Cleaning the unit

To clean the cabinet

Use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use strong solvents, such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner, as these might damage the surface of the unit.

Notes on Discs

Handling discs

Do not touch the playback side of the disc.

Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints will not get on the surface.

Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.

Storing discs

After playing, store the disc in its case.

Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat, or leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight, as there may be a considerable temperature increase inside the car.

Cleaning discs

Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor picture quality and sound distortion. Before playing, clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out.

Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for analog records.

Notes on Remote Control

Remote Control Operation Range

Point the remote control at the remote sensor and press the buttons.

● Distance: About 23 ft (7 m) from the front of the remote sensor.

● Angle: About 30^ in each direction of the front of the remote sensor.

Remote control battery installation

Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control, and insert two R03 (size AAA) batteries with + and - aligned correctly.

Caution

Do not mix old and new batteries. Never mix different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, etc.).

Front Panel/Rear Panel

1. POWER (STANDBY/ON) button

2. • PLAY MODE button : OPTIONAL

- COUNTER RESET (COUNTER) button : OPTIONAL

- DEMO button

1. • CD SYNC, button

• NORMAL DUBBING button

1. • HIGH DUBBING button

2. RECORD/ RECORD PAUSE (● REC/III) button

3. FUNCTION SELECT buttons (TUNER, TAPE, CD, AUX)

4. • TUNING DOWN button

- PRESET DOWN button

- REWIND (◀) button

- BACKWARD PLAY (◀) button : OPTIONAL

- STOP (■)/ CLEAR button

• FORWARD PLAY (▶) button

• TUNING UP button

- PRESET UP button

- FAST FORWARD (▶▶) button

- CD PAUSE button

- SET (CLOCK/ TIMER) button

• COUNTER RESET button : OPTIONAL

• RDS button (OPTIONAL)

1. • PROG. button

- MEMO. button

- ENTER button

1. HEADPHONE SOCKET (PHONES): φ6.3mm

2. EQUALIZER knob (EQ)

3. ▲ PUSH OPEN position - TAPE A (DECK A)

4. SURROUND ADJUST knob

5. MULTI JOG SHULLTE

6. ▲ PUSH OPEN position - TAPE B (DECK B)

7. • MIC SOCKET (MIC):∅6.3mm - OPTIONAL • MIC VOLUME KNOB (MIC VOL.) - OPTIONAL

8. VOLUME DOWN/UP knob

9. XDSS button

10. MODE/RIF button

11. TIMER button

12. CLOCK button

13. CD OPEN/ CLOSE(▲) button

14. DISC SKIP button

15. DISC DIRECT PLAY buttons (DISC1, DISC2, DISC3)

16. ANTENNA TERMINAL

17. AUXILIARY INPUT JACK

18. SPEAKER TERMINAL

19. VOLTAGE SELECT SWITCH : OPTIONAL

20. POWER CORD

Remote Control

1. XDSS button
2. POWER button
3. TUNER/BAND button
4. AUX button
5. PRESET (√/∧) button

6. CD FUNCTION buttons

7. PLAY/ PAUSE (▶/II) button

8. CD STOP(■) button
9. CD SKIP (|◀◀ ◀◀ /▶▶ ▶▶ | ) button
10. CD SKIP/SEARCH (|◀◀ ◀◀ /▶▶ ▶▶) button

11. REPEAT button

12. DISPLAY MODE button

13. CLOCK button

14. TAPE FUNCTION buttons

15. RECORD/ RECORD PAUSE (●/III) button

16. BACKWARD PLAY (◀) button : OPTIONAL
    • FORWARD PLAY (▶) button
    • TAPE STOP button (■)
17. FAST FORWARD PLAY (▶▶) button

18. FAST REWIND PLAY (◀◀) button
    • TAPE-A/B SELECT button

19. DIMMER button

20. SLEEP button
21. DISC SKIP (D.SKIP) button
22. PROGRAM button
23. VOLUME CONTROL (V/A) button
24. EQUALIZER PATTERN (EQ PATT.) button
25. MUTE button
26. SURROUND (SURR.) button

Display Window

1. PLAY/ PAUSE indicator
2. PROGRAM indicator
3. REPEAT indicator
4. SLEEP indicator
5. TIMER indicator
6. FM STEREO RECEIVING indicator
7. CD SYNC. indicator
8. MEMORY indicator
9. RDS indicator (OPTIONAL)
10. CD TRACK indicator
11. CD TRACK OVER indicator

12. AUTO TUNING RECEIVING indicator

13. • PLAY MODE SELECT indicator

• TAPE PLAY DIRECTION indicator
• TAPE A/B SELECT indicator

1. • RECORD / RECORD PAUSE indicator

• NORMAL DUBBING indicator
• HIGH DUBBING indicator

1. MUTE indicator
2. LEVEL indicator
3. SURROUND indicator
4. MIC indicator - OPTIONAL
5. DISC Number indicator
6. XDSS indicator

Connections

Speaker System Connection

Connect the speakers using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colors of the terminals and those of the cords. To obtain the best possible surround sound, adjust the speaker parameters (distance, level, etc.).

Notes

• Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: + to + and - to -. If the cords are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack base.
• If you use front speakers with low maximum input rating, adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessive output on the speakers.
• Do not disassemble the front cover of supplied speaker.

Antenna (Aerial) Connections

Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas for listening to the radio.

• Connect the AM loop antenna to the AM antenna connector.
• Connect the FM wire antenna (or FM "T" antenna) to the FM 75Ω/300Ω coaxial connector.

Notes

• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the unit and other components.
- Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.
• After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible.

Setting the Voltage (OPTIONAL)

If your set is equipped with a voltage selector at the back side, be sure to set it to your local power supplied before connecting the AC power cord.

Setting the CLOCK

1 Press CLOCK. (If the clock is requires setting, press and hold CLOCK for more than 2 seconds.) - The hours begin to blink.

2 Select a 24 hour cycle or 12 hour cycle by turning MULTI JOG SHUTTLE.

(12HR)

or
(24HR)

3 Press SET to confirm the selected hour cycle.

4 Use MULTI JOG SHUTTLE to set the correct hours.

5 Press SET.

6 Use MULTI JOG SHUTTLE to set the correct minutes.

7 Press SET and the correct time is shown on the display.

8 Press CLOCK at any time to display the time for about 5 seconds.

Sleep Function

When the sleep timer is used, the power is automatically turned off after the specified time has elapsed.

1 To specify the time delay before the power is turned off, press SLEEP.

In the display window you can see SLEEP 90 for about 5 seconds. This means that the system turns off automatically after 90 minutes.

Each time the button is pressed the time interval before it turns off is reduced by 10 minutes. i.e. 80...70... etc.

Select the desired time to turn off.

2 To check the remaining time until the power is turned off. While the sleep function is active press SLEEP briefly. The time remaining until it turns off is displayed for about 5 seconds.

Note

If you press SLEEP while the sleep time is displayed, the SLEEP time is reset.

To cancel the sleep timer mode

If you wish to stop the function, press the SLEEP button repeatedly until 10 appears, and then press SLEEP once again while 10 is displayed.

Using Microphone (OPTIONAL)

You can sing to a music source by connecting a microphone to the unit.

1 Connect your microphone (not supplied) to the MIC socket.
2 Play a music you want.
3 Sing along with the accompaniment. Adjust the microphone volume by turning MIC VOLUME KNOB.

For your reference

You can record during using microphone. Refer to the "Recording" explanation section.

Notes

• When not using the microphone, set the MIC volume knob to minimum or turn off the MIC and remove the microphone from the MIC socket.
• If the microphone is set too near the speaker, a howling sound may be produced. In this case, move the microphone away from the speaker or decrease the sound level by using the MIC volume control.
• If sound through the microphone is extremely loud, it may be distorted. In this case, turn the MIC volume control toward minimum.

Timer Function

With the TIMER function you can have the radio reception and recording, CD play, tape play or auxiliary source play and recording turned on and off at the time desired.

1 Press CLOCK to check the current time.

2 Press "TIMER" to enter the timer setting mode. (If you want to correct the previous memorized TIMER setting, press and hold the "TIMER" button more than 2 seconds.) The previous memorized timer on time and "TIMER" appears in the display. Each function : TUNER-CD-TAPE flashes in the display window in turn.

3 Press SET when the desired function is flashing.

4 If you select the TUNER: PLAY and REC flash in the display window alternately for about 3 seconds. Press SET to confirm the desired operating mode. REC: TUNER recording and play PLAY: TUNER play only • If you have selected the CD or TAPE, ignore step 4.

5 When you have selected the TUNER; Select the previous memorized preset number with MULTI JOG SHUTTLE and press SET. The hour "ON" display flashes. • If you have selected the CD or TAPE, ignore step 5.

6 Set the hour to switch on by turning MULTI JOG SHUTTLE.

7 Press SET to confirm the hour to switch on. The minute 'ON' display flashes.

8 Set the minute to switch on by turning MULTI JOG SHUTTLE.

9 Press SET to confirm the minute to switch on. The hour 'OFF' now flashes in the display.

10 Set the hour to switch off turning MULTI JOG SHUTTLE.

11 Press SET.

12 Set the minute to switch off turning MULTI JOG SHUTTLE.

13 Press SET.

14 Adjust the volume level turning MULTI JOG SHUTTLE.

15 Press SET. "TIMER" appears in the display window and the timer setting has been completed.

16 Switch the system off. The selected function is automatically switched on and off at the time set.

To cancel or check the timer

Each time the "TIMER" button is pressed you can select the timer set or cancel. You can also check the timer setting status.

To activate or check the timer, press the "TIMER" button so that "TIMER" appears in the display window. To cancel the TIMER, press the "TIMER" button so that "TIMER" disappears in the display window.

Audio Adjustment

Volume Adjustment

• Turn VOLUME DOWN/UP knob clockwise to increase the sound level, or counterclockwise to decrease it.
• Press VOLUME CONTROL (∧) to increase the sound level, or press the VOLUME CONTROL (∨) to decrease it on the remote control.

Sound Quality Adjustment

• To activate stereo sound

• You can choose between 8 fixed sound impressions and 1 USER MODE. Select a desired sound mode by using the EQ PATT. buton ( or turning EQ knob on the front panel).
• When you select USER MODE, press the ENTER button repeatedly. You can select Three of sound mode (BASS, MIDDLE, TREBLE).
• Each you press the button the indication changes as follows.

$$ \text { FLAT } \rightarrow \text { ROCK } \rightarrow \text { POP } \rightarrow \text { VOCAL } \rightarrow \text { CLASSIC } $$

$$ \uparrow \quad \downarrow $$

$$ \text { USER MODE } \leftarrow \text { SAMBA } \leftarrow \text { SALSA } \leftarrow \text { JAZZ } $$

- Headphone Jack

Connect a stereo headphone plug ( 6.3mm) into the headphone jack.

The speakers are automatically disconnected when you plug in the headphones (not supplied).

MUTE

Press MUTE to mute your unit.

You can mute your unit in order, for example, to answer the telephone, "MUTE" indicator flashes in the display window.

SURROUND

To activate surround mode

• You can choose between 6 fixed sound impressions.
• Select a desired surround mode by using the SURROUND button.
  • Each you press the button the indication changes as follows.

$$ \text { SURROUND OFF } \rightarrow \text { SIMULATED LOW } \rightarrow \text { SIMULATED HIGH } $$

$$ \begin{array}{c} \uparrow \ \text {MOVIE HIGH} \leftarrow \text {MOVIE LOW} \leftarrow \text {MUSIC HIGH} \leftarrow \text {MUSIC LOW} \end{array} $$

DISPLAY MODE

Whenever you press DISPLAY MODE, you can enjoy the spectrum change with 6 types in the display.

XDSS (Extreme Dynamic Sound System)

• Press XDSS to reinforce treble, bass and surround effect.
• Each you press the button the indication changes as follows.

$$ X D S S O F F \rightarrow X D S S 1 O N \rightarrow X D S S 2 O N $$

DEMO

Press DEMO in power off state to demonstrate the function in the display.

To cancel it, press POWER or DEMO again. During demonstration in power-on status you can cancel it by using the other buttons.

DIMMER

This function is darken the display window by half in power-on status. Press DIMMER once, and the display is darken, and if you press it once more, the display will darken by half too. To cancel it press the button again.

Reception of RDS (Radio Data System)

Stations - OPTIONAL

What is RDS?

RDS (Radio Data System) is a system gradually being introduced on FM in many countries, where by an inaudible stream of data is transmitted in addition to the normal radio signal. This data contains various information including station/ transmitter identification, traffic information and a list of alternative frequencies for the radio station being received.

1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to select FM.

2 Select a desired station by pressing TUNING |◀◀◀◀/▶▶▶▶.

When the RDS transmission is received, the display shows the program service name (PS) after RDS indicator appears.

3 Press the RDS to recall the frequency.

Notes

• RDS is only available for FM reception.
- The PS (PROGRAM SERVICE) NAME is displayed automatically when a RDS station is received.

Auxiliary Function

1 Connect an auxiliary device i.e. TV or VCR, via the rear mounted AUX phone jacks.

You can also record from the auxiliary input source, see Recording Section.

Presetting the radio stations

You can preset 30 stations for FM and AM. Before tuning, make sure that you have turned down the volume to the minimum.

1 Press POWER to turn on the unit.
2 Press TUNER or TUNER/BAND until the FM or AM appears in the display window.
3 And then every time you press TUNER or TUNER/BAND, FM and AM changes alternately.
4 Press TUNING DOWN/UP on the front panel until the frequency indication starts to change, then release.

Scanning stops when the unit tunes in a station.

5 Press MEMO on the front panel.
A preset number will flash in the display window.
6 Press PRESET DOWN/UP (or PRESET (∨/∧) on the remote control) to select the preset number you want.
7 Press MEMO on the front panel again. - The station is stored.
8 Repeat steps 3 to 6 to store other stations.

To tune in a station with a weak signal

Turn MULTI JOG SHUTTLE in step 3 to tune in the station manually.

To clear all the memorized stations

Press and hold MEMO on the front panel for about two seconds, "CLEAR" appears in the display window and then press CLEAR again, the stations are cleared.

For your reference

If all stations have already been entered, FULL message will appear in the display window for a moment and then a preset number will flash. To change the preset number, follow the steps 6-7 on the left side.

To recall presets

Press and hold PRESET DOWN/UP (or PRESET (√/∧) on the remote control) until the desired preset number appears or press it repeatedly.

Tuning in automatically

Press TUNING DOWN/UP.

Tuning in manually

Turn MULTI JOG SHUTTLE.

Listening to the radio

Preset radio stations in the units memory first (see "Presetting radio stations" on the previous page).

1 Press TUNER or TUNER/BAND until AM or FM appears in the display window.
The last received station is tuned in.

2 Press PRESET DOWN/UP (or PRESET ∨/∧ on the remote control) repeatedly to select the preset station you want.

Each time you press the button, the unit tunes in one preset station at a time.

3 Adjust the volume by rotating VOLUME DOWN/UP KNOB (or pressing VOLUME (√/∧) on the remote control) repeatedly.

To listen to non-preset radio stations

• For manual tuning, see "Tuning in manually" on the previous page.
• For automatic tuning, see "Tuning in automatically" on the previous page.

To turn off the radio

Press POWER to turn the unit off or select another function mode (CD, TAPE or AUX).

For your reference

- If an FM program is noisy Press MODE/RIF so that "STEREO" disappears in the display window. There will be no stereo effect, but the reception will improve. Press MODE/RIF again to restore the stereo effect.

• To improve reception Reposition the supplied antennas.

Notes

• Use MODE/RIF (Radio Interference Filter) function to switch the mono reception if stereo reception is distorted by noise.
• When recording the MW(AM) or LW broadcast, beat noises occur. If it does, press MODE/RIF once.

Tape Playback

Basic Playback

1 Press TAPE repeatedly or TAPE-A/B to select TAPE A or TAPE B.
("NO TAPE" appears in the display window.)
2 Open cassette TAPE A (or B) by pushing ▲ PUSH OPEN position.
3 Insert one or two cassette with the tape side to the bottom and then close the TAPE A (or B).
4 Press PLAY (▶ or ◀: OPTIONAL).

AUTO STOP DECK (TAPE A/B)

After auto stop deck plays only front side, the unit stops automatically.

AUTO REVERSE DECK (TAPE A or B): OPTIONAL

You can select direction of the cassette you want by pressing PLAY MODE.

Pressing	Display	Function
Once		After the cassette of TAPE A or B plays front or reverse (backward play) side, stops automatically.
Twice		After the cassette of TAPE A or B plays front and reverse side, stops automatically.
Three times		After the cassette of TAPE A or B plays six times repeatedly front and reverse side, stops automatically.
Forth		After a cassette of TAPE A and B plays six times repeatedly front and reverse side, stops automatically.

Solid gray vertical rectangle with no visible text, symbols, or features.

To Stop Play

Press STOP(■) during playback.

Tape Counter Reset

Press COUNTER during playback. Playing time appears "TAP A(or B) 0000" in display window.

To Play Fast Rewind or Fast Forward

After pressing and holding ◀◀/▶▶ on the front panel or ◀◀/▶▶ on the remote control during play-back, press PLAY (▶) at the point you want.

Dubbing

This function shows how to record from tape to tape.

1 Press TAPE or TAPE-A/ B.

•Cassette TAPE A- Insert a playback tape to dub.
•Cassette TAPE B- Insert a blank tape.

2 Press NOR./ Hi DUBB. as follow.

Pressing	Display	Function
NOR. DUBB	● REC DUBB.	Normal speed dubbing
Hi DUBB	● REC HI-SP. DUBB.	Double speed dubbing

To stop dubbing, Press STOP(■).

Recording

Wind the tape to the point recording starts.

Use only normal tapes.

You can record from cassette deck B only.

Basic Setting

1 Press CD or TUNER/BAND.

2 Open the cassette TAPE B and insert a blank cassette into the cassette compartment.

To set the recording direction :OPTIONAL

Press PLAY MODE repeatedly to set the recording direction.

Pressing	Display	Function
Once		Recording front side.
Twice		Recording front and reverse side.
Three times
Forth

Recording from Radio, CD or Auxiliary source

1 Press RECORD/ RECORD PAUSE (●REC/II or ●/II) button.

"●REC" flashes and holds the cassette in pause mode.

2 Press PLAY(▶) on the front panel. The recording begins.

To Pause recording

To pause the recording, press RECORD/RECORD PAUSE (●REC/III or ●/III) button again.

"●REC" flashes in display window.

To Stop recording

Press TAPE STOP(■).

CD to Tape Synchronized Recording

The CD synchro recording function dubs a complete CD and programmed titles automatically into a cassette.

1 Press CD SYNC. in stop mode. "● REC" flashes and "CD SYNC" displays in the display window.

2 The synchronized recording is started automatically after about 7 seconds.

Notes

• If you wish to record from the desired track, select the desired track with |◀◀◀◀ / ▶▶▶▶| before commencing CD synchro recording.
• The function change is not possible during recording.

CD Playback

OPERATION

Basic Playback

1 Press POWER to turn on the unit.
2 Press the CD button to enter the CD mode. If no disc is entered in the disc drawer, the "NO DISC" indicator is displayed.
3 Press CD OPEN/CLOSE(▲) and place the disc into the disc tray. The disc on the left (DISC 1) is played first.

To load an 8cm(3 inch) disc, put it onto the inner circle of the tray.

4 Press CD OPEN/CLOSE(▲) to close the disc compartment.
5 Press PLAY (▶) or PLAY/ PAUSE (▶/II) on the remote control.

To Pause Play

Press CD PAUSE (CDII) or PLAY/ PAUSE (▶/III) on the remote control during playback.

Press this button again it to resume play.

To Stop Play

Press STOP(■) during playback.

To Skipping the Track

• Press ▶▶ on the front panel or CD SKIP ▶▶ ▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶▶>
• When ◀ button on the front panel or CD SKIP ◀ button on the remote control is pressed once midway through a track, the player returns to the start of that track. When it is pressed again, a track is skipped each time the button is pressed.

To Play Fast Rewind or Fast Forward

After pressing and holding ◀◀/▶▶ on the front panel or |◀◀ ◀◀/▶▶ ▶▶| on the remote control during playback, press PLAY (▶) at the point you want.

To Go to the next discs

Press DISC SKIP or D.SKIP during playing or stopping.

To Select a disc directly

Press DISC 1, DISC 2 or DISC 3 during playing or stopping. When you press DISC 1-3 before playing a disc, the unit will automatically start playing the selected disc.

CD Playback (Cont'd)

To Replace discs during Playback

You can open the disc tray during playing a disc to check what discs are to be played next and replace discs without interrupting playback of the current disc.

1 Press the CD OPEN/CLOSE (▲).

The disc tray is opened. Two disc compartments appear. Even if the unit is playing a disc, it doesn't stop playing.

2 Replace discs in the compartments with new ones.

The unit plays the disc in the left compartment after the current disc, and then the one in the right compartment.

3 Press CD OPEN/CLOSE (▲). The CD door is closed.

Notes

• Do not place more than one compact disc on one disc tray at the same time.
• Do no push the disc tray to close CD door, as you may damage the unit.

To Repeat Play

To play one track repeatedly.

Press REPEAT once during playback.

- "REPEAT 1" appears in the display window.

To play one disc repeatedly.

Press REPEAT again during playback.

- "REPEAT 1 DISC" appears in the display window.

To play all tracks on all discs repeatedly

Press REPEAT once more during playback.

- "REPEAT ALL DISC" appears in the display window.

To cancel repeat play

- Press REPEAT several times until repeat indicators disappear.

Program repeat play

- Press REPEAT once during program play.

- "REPEAT 1" appears in the display window. (One track repeat)

- Press REPEAT again during program play.

- "REPEAT ALL DISC" appears in the display window. (All program repeat)

CD Playback

Solid gray vertical rectangle with no text, symbols, or discernible features.

To Program Play

You can arrange the order of the tracks on the discs and create your own program. The program can contain up to 20 tracks.

1 Press PROG. (or PROGRAM on the remote control) on the stop mode.
2 Press D.SKIP or DISC DIRECT PLAY (DISC1/2/3) to select the disc.
3 Press PRESET DOWN/UP or MULTI JOG SHUT-TLE on the front panel or CD SKIP ◄◀◀◀◀ /▶▶▶▶▶ on the remote control to select the track.
4 Press PROG. (or PROGRAM on the remote control).
5 Repeat 1\~4.
6 Press PLAY(▶) (or PLAY/ PAUSE (▶/II) on the remote control).

To check program contents

Press PROG. (or PROGRAM on the remote control) on the stop mode.

- The disc, track and program number will be displayed.

To clear program contents

Press PROG. (or PROGRAM on the remote control) on the stop mode. And then press CLEAR on the front panel or CD STOP(■) on the remote control.

To add program contents

1. Press PROG. (or PROGRAM on the remote control) repeatedly on the program stop mode until "Disc Number" blinks.

2. Repeat 2\~5 on the left side.

To modify program contents

1. Press the PROG. (or PROGRAM on the remote control) to display program number you want to modify.
2. Repeat 2\~4 on the left side.

Troubleshooting

Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service.

Symptom	Cause	Correction
No power.	The power cord is disconnected.	Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely.
No sound.	The audio cables are not connected securely.	Connect the audio cable into the jacks securely.
	The power of the external source equipment is switched off.	Turn on the equipment connected with the audio cable.
	The Digital Audio Output is set to the wrong position.	Set the Digital Audio Output to the correct position, then turn on the unit again by pressing POWER.
The unit does not start playback.	No disc is inserted.	Insert a disc.
	An unplayable disc is inserted.	Insert a playable disc.
	The disc is placed upside down.	Place the disc with the playback side down.
	The disc is not placed within the guide.	Place the disc on the disc tray correctly inside the guide.
	The disc is dirty.	Clean the disc.
The remote control does not work properly.	The remote control is not pointed at the remote sensor of the unit.	Point the remote control at the remote sensor of the unit.
	The remote control is too far from the unit.	Operate the remote control within about 23 ft (7 m).
	There is an obstacle in the path of the remote control and the unit.	Remove the obstacle.
	The batteries in the remote control are exhausted.	Replace the batteries with new ones.

Specifications

SECTION		MODEL	FFH-979AX	FFH-1079AX
[General]		Power supply	Refer to the back panel of the unit.
		Power consumption	150W	190W
		Mass	10.5kg
		External dimensions (W x H x D)	280 x 370 x 399 mm
[CD]		Frequency response	40 - 18000 Hz
		Signal-to-noise ratio	70 dB
		Dynamic range	70 dB
[Tuner]	FM	Tuning Range	65 - 74 MHz, 87.5 - 108.0 MHz
		Intermediate Frequency	10.7 MHz
		Signal to Noise Ratio	61/58 dB
		Frequency Response	60 - 10000 Hz
	AM(MW)	Tuning Range	522 - 1611 kHz or 530 - 1610 kHz
		Intermediate Frequency	450 kHz
		Signal to Noise Ratio	35 dB
		Frequency Response	100 - 1900 Hz
[Amp]		Output Power	150W + 150W	200W + 200W
		T.H.D	0.15%
		Frequency Response	25 - 25000 Hz
		Signal-to-noise ratio	80 dB
[TAPE]		Tape Speed	4.75cm/sec
		Wow Flutter	0.25% (MTT -111, JIS-WTD)
		F.F/REW Time	120sec (C-60)
		Frequency Response	125 - 8000Hz
		Signal to Noise Ratio	43dB
		Channel Separation	50dB(P/B)/45dB(R/P)
		Erase Ratio	55dB (MTT-5511)
[Speakers]		Model name	FE-979E	FE-1079E
		Type	3Way 3Speaker	3Way 3Speaker
		Impedance	6Ω	6Ω
		Frequency Response	55-20000Hz	45-20000Hz
		Sound Pressure Level	86 dB/W (1m)	85 dB/W (1m)
		Rated Input Power	150W	200W
		Max. Input Power	300W	400W
		Net Dimensions (W x H x D)	240X370X313mm	281X416X319.5mm
		Net Weight	6.09kg	7.8kg

* Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

LG Electronics Inc.