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Important

Front Panel View

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Enter Window Display Program CD Repeat Timer/Clock PTY (RDS) Display (RDS) Standby/On Function Selection buttons Headphone Jack Connector Cassette Deck 1 Demo/Dimmer Stop button Mono/ST. Search Function buttons Deck 1/2 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. Cassette Deck 2 REC/Pause TAPE Normal Dubbing CD Synchro Recording Counter Reset Skip Function buttons Volume S.Bass Power Sound EQ Preset Rock EQ Preset Classic EQ Preset Pop Compact Disc Compartment CD Open/Close Disc Change Disc Selection buttons

Remote Control

1. Standby/On 2. S.BASS 3. Sound Mode 4. TAPE Fast-Forward 5. TAPE Rewind 6. Demo/Dimmer 7. Deck 1/2 8. CD Repeat 9. CD Stop 10. Program/Set 11. CD Track or Radio Station Search(Skip) 12. Mono/ST. 13. Tuner Band
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. AI Sleep 22. TAPE Play 23. TAPE Stop 24. AUX 25. Timer On/Off 26. Mute

Rear Panel View

1. FM Aerial Connector Terminal 2. AM Aerial Connector Terminal 3. AUX-Input 4. Loudspeaker Connector Terminals
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. Install the system on a flat, stable surface. Never place this unit on carpeting. Never place this unit in an outdoor area. Maintain an open space of approximately 6 inches (15 cm) on the sides and rear of the system, for ventilation purposes. Make sure that you have enough room to open the compact disc compartment easily. Place the loudspeakers at a reasonable distance on either side of the system to ensure good stereo sound. Direct the loudspeakers towards the listening area. For optimum performance, make sure that both speakers are placed at an equal distance above the floor.
Connecting the Loudspeakers

Switch the system on by pressing Standby/on. Press Timer/Clock twice. Result: CLOCK is displayed. Press Enter. Result: The hour flashes. To. Increase the hours Decrease the hours Press the. Tuning Up Tuning Down
When the correct hour is displayed, press Enter. Result: The minutes flash. To. Increase the minutes Decrease the minutes Press the. Tuning Up Tuning Down
When the correct time is displayed, press Enter. Result: The clock starts and is displayed, even when the system is in standby mode.

Demo/Dimmer function

All functions available on the system can be viewed on the display and the display's brightness can be switched between "on" and "off".
You can display the time, even when you are using another function, by pressing Timer/Clock once. You can also use Program/Set button on the remote control to instead Enter button in step 3,5,7.
Press the Demo/Dimmer button. Result: All functions available on the system appear on the front panel display. Each of these are explained in detail in this guide. Please refer to the relevant section.

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Press the Demo/Dimmer button again. Result: The Dimmer function is selected and the display darkens. Press the Demo/Dimmer button once again to brighten the front panel display. A display brightness control can only be performed while the system power is on.
Loading and Changing Compact Discs
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.
Listening to a Compact Disc
This unit has been designed to playback the CDs: Audio CD, CD Text, CD-R and CD-RW. When you have loaded at least one compact disc into the player, you can start listening to it. Continued use of irregular shape CDs (heart-shape, octagonal, etc.) can damage the unit.
Switch the system on by pressing Standby/on. Press the Open/Close( ) button on the front panel. Result: The compartment opens. Place one or two discs in the front slots of the carrousel, with the label on the discs facing upwards. Check that the compact disc has been correctly inserted in the holder before closing the compartment. If you wish to load a third compact disc, press the Disc Change button on the front panel (or Disc Skip on the remote control). Result: The carrousel rotates by 120. Close the compartment by pressing the Open/Close( ) button again. If you wish to start playing a disc directly, you can also proceed as follows. To play. Press. Disc 1 CD ( ) or Disc 1 Disc 2 Disc 2 Disc 3 Disc 3 Result: The compartment closes automatically and the disc selected starts playing.

Switch the system on by pressing Standby/on. Select the CD function by pressing CD ( Load one or more discs. Press CD ( ) on the front panel or on the remote control. ).
If you have loaded more than one compact disc, they will be played in turn. Adjust the volume as required by: Turning the Volume knob on the front panel or Pressing the VOL. + or - buttons on the remote control To pause temporarily during playback, press CD ( Press CD ( ).
) again to continue disc playback.

when you have finished.

To change or unload the compact disc changer, repeat Steps 2 to 5. Keep the compartment closed whenever you are not using it, to prevent dust from entering. You can load or unload compact discs when the radio, tape or auxiliary source function is selected.
When playing a disc, you can load new discs without stopping the current one. To do so, open the compartment by pressing Disc Change and load new discs in the other two vacant slots (not the one containing the disc that you are playing). You cannot rotate the carrousel during playback. When no discs are loaded, the NO DISC indication is displayed. The CD player stops automatically after playing the three discs, if the CD REPEAT function has not been selected.

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When playing a CD-R or CD-RW User-edited CD-Rs (Recordable)and CD-RWs (Rewritable) can be played back only if they are already finalized. You can play back your original CD-Rs or CD-RWs recored in music CD format.(However,they may be played back depending on their characteristics or recording conditions.) Before playing back CD-Rs or CD-RWs, read their instructions or caution carefully. Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs may not be played back on this unit because of their disc characteristics, damage or stain on them,or if the players lens is dirty. CD-RWs may require a longer readout time.(This is cause by the fact that reflectance of CD-RWs is lower than for regular CDs.)
Selecting a CD in the Disc changer
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. If you wish to play the current disc only, press CD Repeat on the front panel one or more times, until 1 CD is displayed.

Searching for a Specific Music Passage on a CD
GB When listening to a compact disc, you can quickly search for a specific music passage on a track. It is recommended that you turn the volume down before using this function. To search through the tracks. Forwards Backwards You can aslo press and hold down search through the tracks. / Press and hold down. for at least one second for at least one second on the front panel to auto
If you use the Disc (1, 2, 3) function when listening to the radio or to a tape, the system switches automatically to the CD mode. If the disc selected is not loaded, the next disc is played automatically.

Selecting a Track

You can select the track you wish to listen to, either when the compact disc player is stopped or when a disc is playing. To start playback at the beginning of the. Next track Current track Previous track Track of your choice. Press the Press Press and once once.

Shuffle Play Function

You can listen to the tracks on a compact disc in a different order each time, as the various tracks will be selected automatically in a random sequence.
Press twice The appropriate number of pressing the and
Press the Shuffle button. Result: The Shuffle indication appears and all the tracks are played in a random order. Both the track number and the playing time are displayed. When playing tracks in a random order, you can: Move on to the next track (selected at random) by pressing. Search quickly for a specific point in the current track by pressing. When you have finished the random playback, press Shuffle button again. or press the
Repeat and CD Synchro function are not availabe in Shuffle playing mode.
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
To select other tracks, repeat Steps 4 to 6. Press CD ( grammed. To. Listen to the current track again Listen to the previous track Listen to the next track Skip forwards or backwards one or more tracks ) to listen to the track selection in the order pro-

Press Program again. Result: The first track selected is displayed, together with the letter CH(Change). Press Program one or more times until the track to be changed is displayed. If necessary, press the corresponding Disc (1, 2, 3) button to change discs. Press / to select a different track.
Switch the system on by pressing Standby/on. Select the TUNER function by pressing TUNER. Select the required frequency band by pressing TUNER (Band) again on the front panel or TUNER (Band) on the remote control. Result: The appropriate indication is displayed: FM Frequency Modulation AM(MW) Medium Wave LW (OPTION) Long Wave Tune in to the desired station.

Manual tuning

Press Program to confirm your change. Press CD ( ) to start listening to the selection. Result: The first track selected is played.
Press the Tuning Mode button so that the "MANUAL" indicator lights up on the front panel display. Press / on the main unit to tune in to the desired station manually. or Press Tuning or on the remote control to do the same.

Automatic tuning

Press and hold / on the main unit for more than 1 second so that the "AUTO" indicator lights up on the front panel display. Press and briefly hold / on the main unit to begin automatic tuning. or Press and briefly hold Tuning or on the remote control to do the same. Use the manual tuning method if the automatic tuning search does not stop at the desired station because the signal is weak. For details on the Preset function, see the Selecting a Stored Station on page 14.

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Adjust the volume by: Turning the Volume knob on the front panel or Pressing the VOL. + or buttons on the remote control Select the FM stereo or mono mode by pressing Mono/ST. on the remote control.

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Searching for and Storing the Radio Stations (continued)
Selecting a Stored Station
You can listen to a stored radio station as follows:
If you do not want to store the radio station found, revert to Step 4 and search for another station. Otherwise: a Press Program. Result: The PRGM is displayed for a few seconds. b Press Tuning Down and Up to assign a programme number between 1 and 15. c Press Program to store the radio station. Result: PRGM is no longer displayed and the station is stored.

The RDS function is available only in FM broadcasting. Description on RDS function 1. PTY (Program Type) : Displays the type of programme currently being broadcast 2. PS NAME (Program Service Name) : Indicates the name of broadcasting station and is composed of 8 characters. 3. RT (Radio Text) : Decodes the text broadcast by a station (if any) and is composed of maximum 64 characters. 4. CT (Clock Time) : Decodes the real time clock from the FM frequency. Some stations may not transmit PTY, RT or CT information therefore this may not be displayed in all cases. 5. TP (Traffic Program) : Indicates that the turned station is capable of transmitting traffic broadcasts. About 'RT' MODE Displays the character transmitted from the broadcasting station.
Press the RDS Display button to select the RT MODE. "RT" appears on the display. If the RT information is being received, the received information is shown on the display. If the RT information isn't received, the "NO RT" is shown. On the display.

About CT(Clock Time)

Sets the time of RDS clock.
To select the CT time, set the RDS Display button to CT MODE.
The CT information will take up to 2 minutes to be decoded therefore the clock isnt displayed immediately. If there is no received CT information, "NO CT" is displayed.
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.
Program Type News including an announced opinion and report Several matters including a current incident, documentary, discussion and analysis. Information including weights and measures, returns and forecast, matters interesting the customer, medical information, etc. Sports Education Drama-Radio serial, etc. Culture-National or local culture including the religious problem, social science, language, theater,etc. Natural science and technology Others-Speech, amusing program (quiz, game), interview, comedy and satirical play, etc. Pop music Rock music M.O.R- Comfortable music, occasionally vocal or piece Light classical music- Classical music and instrumental and chorus music Heavy classical music-Orchestra music, symphony, chamber music and opera Other music - Jazz, R&B country music Weather Finance Childrens programmes Social affairs Religion Phone in Travel Leisure Jazz Music Country Music National Music Oldies Music Folk Music Documentary Alarm Test

About PTY-SEARCH

Tuned to an FM station broadcasting a PTY MODE. See the FM receiving method on the page 13. If the received station is transmitting the RDS information, "RDS" lights up. Press the PTY button. The PTY MODE(NEWS, AFFAIRS, etc) appears on the display. Press the Tuning Mode Down or Up button to select the desired PTY MODE.

Display NEWS AFFAIRS

INFO SPORT EDUCATE DRAMA CULTURE SCIENCE VARIED POP M ROCK M M.O.R.M LIGHT M
If the station is transmitting no PTY information, 'NO PTY' shows on the display. When the PTY MODE is selected(The PTY MODE is shown in the display), press the PTY KEY once again to convert into PTY-SEARCH MODE and auto-search the station sequentially. If a station is found broadcasting required PTY MODE then the search station and the stop is selected. If the PTY MODE isnt found it is retuned to the original station frequency at beginning the PTY SEARCH and auto-search and PTY SEARCH are suspended.
CLASSICS OTHER M WEATHER FINANCE CHILDREN SOCIAL A RELIGION PHONE IN TRAVEL LEISURE JAZZ COUNTRY NATIONAL OLDIES FOLK M DOCUMENT TEST

Listening to a Cassette

Always treat your cassettes with care; refer, if necessary, to the section entitled Precautions When Using Audio Cassettes on page 23.
CD Synchro Record Feature
GB You can record a compact disc on a cassette in two different ways: Synchronised recording Direct recording This feature enables you to synchronize the start of the recording with the start of the disc or track of your choice.
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. Insert the pre-recorded cassette with the open edge of the tape facing downward. Close the deck by pushing on it until it clicks into place. Result: Depending on the deck selected, the 1 or 2 indication is displayed in front of the counter number. If you insert a cassette in both decks, the system selects the deck in which you inserted the second cassette.
Switch the system on by pressing Standby/On. Insert a blank cassette in Deck 2. Select the CD function by pressing CD on the front panel. Load a compact disc. Select the required disc. Select the required track and press CD Synchro or press CD Synchro directly to start recording at the beginning of the disc. Result: REC(Only MAX-B450) and CD SYNC are displayed and recording starts. To stop. Recording and playing the compact disc Press.
If you have inserted two cassettes, press Deck 1/2 on the front panel or directly the Deck 1/2 button on the remote control to select the cassette to be played. Result: Depending on the deck selected, the TAPE 1 (TAPE A) or TAPE 2(TAPE B) indication is displayed.
To listen to. Side A,B Result: The cassette starts playing.

Press. TAPE ( )

When the cassette is stopped, select one of the following functions as required.
To. Rewind the cassette Fast-forward the cassette

Press.

Recording a Compact Disc
The direct recording mode enables you to start recording with any track on the compact disc. You can only record on cassettes in Deck 2. You do not need to adjust the volume, as it has no effect on the recording.
Switch your system on by pressing Standby/On. Insert a blank cassette in Deck 2. Select the CD function by pressing CD on the front panel. Load the compact disc. Select the required disc. Select the required track on the compact disc and press on the front panel or on the remote control to set the compact disc player to Pause mode. Press the REC/Pause. Result: REC is displayed. Press the to start playing the track. Result: The track is recorded on the cassette. When you have finished recording, press TAPE on the remote control or on the front panel to stop recording.

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Recording a Radio Programme
GB You can record a radio programme of your choice. You can only record on cassettes in Deck 2. You do not need to adjust the volume, as it has no effect on the recording.
Press on the front panel or TAPE you have finished recording.
on the remote control when
Switch the system on by pressing Standby/On. Insert a blank cassette in Deck 2. Select the TUNER function by pressing TUNER. Select the radio station that you wish to record by pressing Tuning or on the remote control or by press the Tuning Down or Up on the front panel. Press REC/Pause. Result: REC is displayed in red and recording starts. When you have finished recording, press the TAPE control or on the front panel to stop recording. on the remote

Tape Counter

When playing a cassette, a counter is displayed to enable you to take note of the counter value at the start of each track and thus start playback at the beginning of the track to which you wish to listen.
The counter is only displayed when a cassette is being played. Before starting to record a cassette for which you wish to take note of the counter values at the beginning of each track, reset the counter by pressing Counter Reset.
Copying a Cassette (Dubbing)
You can copy a cassette from Deck 1 to Deck 2. Normal speed dubbing You do not need to adjust the volume, as it has no effect on the recording. Take care not to insert the tape to be copied in Deck 2, as it will be erased when you start recording.

TAPE (cassette)

You must also.
Insert a recorded cassette in one of the decks before setting the system to standby. a Press Enter. b Select a preset station by pressing the / buttons. Load one or more compact discs.

TUNER (radio)

CD (compact disc)
Press Enter to confirm the timer. Press Standby/On to set the system to standby mode. Result: appears on the front panel display next to the time, indicating the timer has been set. The timer automatically turns the system on or off at a designated time.

Cancelling the Timer

GB 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. You can stop the timer at any time (system on or in standby mode). To.
Cancel the timer Restart the timer
Selecting an Equalizer Preset
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 EQ Preset (Pop/Rock/Classic) on the front panel or Sound Mode on the remote control until the required option is selected. To obtain a.
Normal balance (linear) Balance suitable for pop music Balance suitable for rock music Balance suitable for classic music

Press Timer-On/Off.

Once. Result: Twice. Result: is no longer displayed. is displayed again.

Select.

PASS POP ROCK CLASSIC

Mute Function

You can turn the sound off temporarily on your system. Example: You wish to answer a telephone call.

Power Sound Function

Your mini-compact system is equipped with the function of Power Sound. The function of Power Sound amplifies bass and improves high key or bass twice as much for you to appreciate powerful real sound.
Press Mute. To switch the sound back on (at the same volume as before), press Mute again or the Volume buttons.

For optimum sound quality, do not invert the right and left channels.
Plug the system back into the main socket and press Standby/On to switch it on. Select the AUX source by pressing AUX on the front panel. Result: AUX is displayed. Switch the external source on. Adjust the volume and balance as required: Volume Equalizer Example: You can watch a film and take advantage of stereo sound provided that the original sound track is in stereo, (as if you were in a cinema).
Do not place potted plants or vases on top of the unit. Moisture entering the unit could lead to dangerous electric shock and can cause equipment damage. In such events immediately disconnect the main plug from the socket.
During thunderstorms, disconnect the main plug from the socket. Main voltage peaks due to lightning could damage the unit.

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Remove the batteries from the remote control, if not used for any extended periods. Leaking batteries can cause serious damage to the remote control.
When using headphones, take care not to listen at excessive volumes. Extended use of headphones at high volumes will lead to hearing damage.
Do not place heavy items on the main lead. Main cable damage can lead to damage of the equipment (fire hazard) and can cause electric shock.
Do not remove any equipment panels. The inside of the unit contains live components, which cause electric shock.
Cleaning Your Mini-Compact System
To obtain the best possible results from your mini-compact system, you must clean the following elements regularly: The outer casing The compact disc player The cassette players (heads, rollers and drive capstans) Always unplug the system from the wall outlet: Before cleaning it If you are not going to be using it for a long time Outer Casing Clean the outer casing regularly using a soft cloth and a light detergent. Do not use abrasive powders, liquids or aerosol cleaners. Never let any liquids get into the system. Compact Disc Player
Precautions When Using Audio Cassettes
GB 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. Store your cassettes in a clean place, out of direct sunlight, where they will not be exposed to high temperatures. Avoid using 120-minute cassettes as they place unnecessary strain on the tape mechanism.
Before playing a compact disc, clean it with a special CD cleaning agent. Do not use the same cleaning agents as for vinyl LP records. Carefully wipe the disc from the centre outward. Regularly clean the player with a special cleaning disc (available from your local dealer).

Before Contacting the After-Sales Service
It always takes a little time to become familiar with a new appliance. If you have any of the problems listed below, try the solutions given. They may save you the time and inconvenience of an unnecessary service call.
Problem The system does not work Checks/Explanation The main lead is not correctly plugged into a wall socket or the wall socket is not switched on. The remote control batteries need replacing or the polarity has not been respected. The Standby/On button has not been pressed. The volume has been completely turned down. The correct function (TUNER, CD, TAPE, AUX) has not been selected. You have connected a set of earphones. The loudspeaker wires have been disconnected. The MUTE button has been pressed. The timer has been stopped by pressing TIMER ON/OFF. Press the SBS button for 5 seconds in power OFF(standby), the system is returned the original position (RESET) The CD function has not been selected. The disc has been inserted face down or is either dirty or scratched. The laser sensor is dirty or dusty. The system has not been installed on a flat, horizontal surface. Condensation has formed in the player; leave the system in a warm, airy room for at least one hour. The TAPE function has not been selected. The cassette has not been inserted correctly. The cassette player has not been closed. The tape is either slack or broken. The audio heads are dirty. The rollers or drive capstans are dirty. The tape is worn. The TUNER function has not been selected. The radio frequency has not been correctly selected. The aerial has been disconnected or is not facing the right way. Turn it until you find the best orientation. You are in a building that blocks radio waves; you must use an outside aerial.
Tape Decks Press PUSH EJECT(
) to open the cassette deck.
Use a cotton bud and a special cassette cleaning agent to clean the: Head (1) Rollers (2) Drive capstans (3) If you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent corrosion. Although your system is very hard-wearing, it should not be used in an excessively dusty environment or subjected to shocks or extreme heat (close to heating appliances or in direct sunlight, etc.). If the unit emits an unpleasant odor when in use, unplug it from the main supply and contact the after-sales service.

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There is no sound
The Timer does not work System still doesnt work, even after following steps above.
The compact disc player does not start playing
C A S S E T T E S The tape does not start playing
Precautions When Using Compact Discs
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. Store your compact discs in a clean place, out of direct sunlight, where they will not be exposed to high temperatures. Always use compact discs marked.

COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO

The volume falls off

R A D I O

The cassette is not erased correctly There is excessive wow and flutter Reception is poor or no radio stations are received at all
If the above guidelines do not allow you to solve the problem, take a note of: The model and serial numbers, normally printed on the rear of the system Your warranty details A clear description of the problem Then contact your local dealer or SAMSUNG after-sales service.

Technical Specifications

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 0.3 %
COMPACT DISC PLAYER Capacity Frequency range Signal/noise ratio Distortion Channel separation Disc sizes
3 discs 20 Hz - 20 KHz ( 1 dB) 90 dB (at 1 KHz) with filter 0.05 % (at 1 KHz) 74 dB Diameter: 120 or 80 mm. Thickness: 1.2 mm
TAPE DECK Frequency range Signal/noise ratio Channel separation Erasing effect
125 Hz ~ 8 KHz 40 dB 35 dB 50 dB
AMPLIFIER Output power (6 ) Output power (6 ) Channel separation Signal/noise ratio
2 x15 Watts RMS,IEC (total harmonic distortion: 10 %) (MAX-B420) 2 x25 Watts RMS,IEC (total harmonic distortion: 10 %) (MAX-B450) 45 dB 75 dB

GENERAL Dimensions

270 (W) x 317 (H) x 370 (D) mm
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ELECTRONICS

AH68-01032B