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Playing CDs
Using the Timer
You can start playing a disc at any given time by connecting a timer (not supplied). Refer also to the instructions for the timer if you need help.
TIMER Play mode buttons
Fading In or Out
You can manually fade the sound in or out to prevent tracks from starting or ending abruptly. Note that you cannot use this effect when you use the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector.
FADER
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Press one of the play mode buttons to select the desired play mode. Set TIMER on the player to PLAY. Set the timer to the desired time. The player turns off. When the set time comes, the player turns on and starts playing. After you have used the timer, set TIMER on the player to OFF.
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Start play fading in
Press FADER
During pause. �FADE� flashes and �FADE IN� appears in the display. The play fades in. When you want to start fading out. �FADE� flashes and �FADE OUT� appears in the display. The play fades out and the player pauses.
