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Features
CD and
Cassette Playback: In addition to CD changer controls, this unit has a
single CD and a single cassette player built-in.
40-second
Anti-Shock Memory: This unit
includes a 40-second memory buffer to help prevent skipping during CD playback.
D/A Converters:
The FXCD-550 features twin 1-bit Digital-to-Analog converters.
Sound
Effect Presets: Sound effect presets are
stored into memory, allowing you to recall the best
setting for different types of music. You may
choose from the following presets: "Jazz" or "Rock."
Bassxpander: Bassxpander
is a dual-mode sound equalization feature that enhances the unit's bass
response. You can select one of two modes: B-1 enhances the low and high
frequencies, while B-2 enhances the low frequencies and reduces the high
frequencies.
Beep
Tone: Each time a
button is pressed, a confirmation beep is emitted. This feature may be turned
off.
Automatic
Music Select System (AMSS):
By detecting the blank spaces between the songs, this feature allows you to skip
forward, up to 9 tracks, and backward, up to 8 tracks, while playing a cassette.
Blank Skip:
This feature automatically skips blank tape sections
longer than 15 seconds, stopping and playing at the next recorded section.
Metal Tape
Selector: The metal tape button provides
smoother sound by selecting the proper equalization for playing back metal
tapes.
Repeat Play:
When playing a cassette, this feature allows you to repeat the current track.
Scan Mode:
This feature allows you to play the first 10 seconds of each track on a
cassette.
ATP (Auto Travel Presets):
The Auto Travel Preset function searches for and memorizes the 6 strongest
stations in the FM or AM band in order of signal strength.
