Akai APRC21U User manual

Portable radio/(MP3)CD player with USB port
ALD1915H
GB 2
NL 15
FR 29
DA 43
User manual
Gebruiksaanwijzing
Manuel de l’utilisateur
Brugsanvisning
APRC21U

Table of contents
Copyright notice
Design and specications are subject to change without notice.
1. Safety........................................................................... 3
1.1 Intended use ....................................................................3
1.2 Labels in this manual .......................................................3
1.3 General safety instructions ..............................................3
2. Preparations for use................................................... 4
2.1 Unpacking ........................................................................4
2.2 Package contents ............................................................4
3. Installation................................................................... 5
3.1 Connecting to the mains ..................................................5
3.2 Battery power ...................................................................6
4. Functions..................................................................... 7
5. Operation..................................................................... 8
5.1 Master power switch ........................................................8
5.2 General functions .............................................................8
5.3 Radio functions ................................................................8
5.4 CD functions ....................................................................9
5.5 USB functions ................................................................10
6. Cleaning and maintenance ...................................... 12
6.1 Handle and care of a disc ..............................................12
7. Troubleshooting........................................................ 12
8. Technical data........................................................... 13
9. Disposal of used electrical
and electronic equipment ........................................ 14

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Safety1.
Intended use1.1
The radio/CD player plays music from USB, CD and radio. Read the manual
carefully before rst use.
Labels in this manual1.2
!WARNING
A warning means that injury or death is possible if the instructions
are not obeyed.
!CAUTION
A caution means that damage to the equipment is possible.
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A note gives additional information, e.g. for a procedure.
General safety instructions1.3
!WARNING
Do not put force on the appliance. The appliance can fall and can
cause serious injury.
!CAUTION
Do not spill any liquid on the appliance.
!WARNING
Do not insert any objects in the ventilation holes.
!CAUTION
Do not block the ventilation holes.
i This appliance is double insulated; therefore no earth wire is
required. Always check that the mains voltage corresponds to the
voltage on the rating plate.

Notice:
Please plug the usb device to the USB port directly. not suggest to connect
with USB extension cable.

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Installation3.
● Put the appliance on a horizontal at surface.
● Connect the appliance to the mains.
Read the paragraph "Connecting to the mains".
!CAUTION
● Do not put the appliance near a heat source.
● Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight.
i This appliance is equipped with rubber feet to prevent it from
moving. The feet are made from non-migrating material specially
formulated to avoid leaving any marks or stains on furniture.
However, certain types of furniture polishes, wood preservatives or
cleaning sprays cause the rubber to soften and leave marks or a
residue on the furniture, and potentially risk the surface to become
damaged. To prevent damage to wooden surfaces, we recommend
that you apply self-adhesive pads to the bottom of the rubber feet
before installation.
Connecting to the mains3.1
● Connect the female connector on
the mains cable to the AC MAINS
connection.
● Connect the mains plug to a wall
socket.

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Battery power3.2
The appliance can also be operated on
battery power. For this purpose,
the appliance uses eight batteries (size C).
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● Batteries are not included with this
appliance.
● Batteries are not necessary for normal
operation.
Installing the batteries
● Remove the battery cover.
● Insert the batteries matching the (+)
and (-) polarity markings.
● Re-install the battery cover.
!CAUTION
Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion
which will damage the appliance. Corrosion, oxidation, battery
leakage and any other gradually acidic defect of this nature will
invalidate the guarantee.

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Functions4.
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4
5
6
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7
8
11
12
13
14
15
10
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1 CD compartment
2 Display
3 FUNCTION switch
4 Headphone jack
5 VOLUME dial
6 FOLDER button
7 PREV button
8 NEXT button
9 STOP button
10 PLAY/PAUSE button /
CD~USB button
11 PLAY MODE button
12 TUNING dial
13 AUX IN jack
14 USB slot
15 FM antenna
Back panel
16 Master power switch
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Operation5.
Master power switch5.1
The appliance is equipped with a master power switch (16) located at the
back panel.
● Set the switch into the ON position prior to taking the appliance into
operation.
● Set the switch into the OFF position prior to disconnecting from the mains.
i When the appliance is not in use for longer period, we recommend
to switch the appliance off at the master power switch.
General functions5.2
● To select the source mode (CD/USB, AUX IN, FM, AM), move the
FUNCTION switch (3) to the desired position.
● To adjust the volume level, turn the VOLUME dial (5) until the desired
level is set.
● To connect an external audio device, insert the cable plug in the AUX IN
jack (13).
● To connect a headphone, insert the cable plug in the headphone jack (4).
To prevent hearing damage, remember to adjust the volume to a
comfortable level.
Radio functions5.3
● Switch on the appliance. Select the tuner mode.
● To select the radio band, move the FUNCTION switch (3) to the AM or FM
position.
● To select a frequency or radio station, turn the TUNING dial (12) until the
desired frequency is set. The display (2) shows the selected frequency.
i To improve the reception of the FM frequency, extend the aerial
antenna. To improve the reception of the AM frequency, turn the
appliance.

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CD functions5.4
● Switch on the appliance.
● Move the FUNCTION switch (3) to the position CD/USB.
● If the appliance is in USB mode, press the CD~USB button (10) to select
the CD mode.
● To insert a CD:
Press the CD compartment (1) to open the appliance.•
Insert the CD with the label upwards.•
Close the CD compartment (1).•
The display shows the total number of tracks on the CD.
● To start playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button (10).
During playback, the following functions are available:
● To select a track, press the PREV button (7) or the NEXT button (8) until
the desired track is set.
● To search for a specic point on the disc, hold the PREV button (7) or the
NEXT button (8) until the point is reached and release the button.
● To pause playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button (10).
To resume playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button (10) again.
● To stop playback, press the STOP button (9).
Using the REPEAT/RANDOM function
This function is available in PLAY mode only.
The possible entries for CD are:
● Press the PLAY MODE button (11) to repeat the current title.
● Press the PLAY MODE button (11) again (2x) to repeat all tracks.
● Press the PLAY MODE button (11) again (3x) to play all tracks in random
order. The repeat function is now off.
The possible entries for MP3 CD are:
● Press the PLAY MODE button (11) to repeat the current title.
● Press the PLAY MODE button (11) again (2x) to repeat all tracks.
● Press the PLAY MODE button (11) again (3x) to repeat all titles in an index.
● Press the PLAY MODE button (11) again (4x) to play all tracks in random
order. The repeat function is now off.

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Using the PROGRAM function
To use the PROGRAM function for CD/MP3 CD, the playback must be in
STOP mode.
● To program a CD:
Press the STOP button (9), then press the PLAY MODE button (11).•
Press the PREV button (7) or the NEXT button (8) to select a desired •
track. Press the PLAY MODE button (11) to conrm the selection.
Repeat the previous step to select more tracks and conrm every •
selection with the PLAY MODE button (11).
● To program an MP3 CD:
Press the STOP button (9), then press the PLAY MODE button (11).•
Press the FOLDER button (6) to select a folder or a le.•
Press the PREV button (7) or the NEXT button (8) to select a track. •
Repeat the previous step to select more tracks and conrm every
selection with the PLAY MODE button (11).
● Press the PLAY/PAUSE button (10) to start the program.
● To play the program again, press the PLAY MODE button (11) after the
program has nished. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button (10) to start the
program again.
● To view the program during playback, press the PREV button (7) or the
NEXT button (8).
● To stop the program during playback, press the STOP button (9).
● To delete the program during playback, press the STOP button (9) twice.
USB functions5.5
● Switch on the appliance.
● Move the FUNCTION switch (3) to the position CD/USB.
● If the appliance is in CD mode, press the CD~USB button (10) to select
the USB mode.
● Insert the device in the slot (14). The device can only be connected one
way. After the device has been connected, a content menu will display on
the TV screen.
● To start playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button (10) once.
During playback, the following functions are available:
● To select a track, press the PREV button (7) or the NEXT button (8) until
the desired track is set.
● To pause playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button (10). To resume
playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button (10) again.

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● To stop playback, press the STOP button (9).
● To remove the device, gently pull it out of the slot.
i Due to the great variety of products with USB ports and their
sometimes quite manufacturer-specic functions we can neither
guarantee that all devices will be recognised, nor that all operating
options that are possible in theory will actually work.
Using the PROGRAM function
To use the PROGRAM function for USB, the playback must be in STOP mode.
● To program a USB:
Press the STOP button (9), then press the PLAY MODE button (11).•
Press the FOLDER button (6) to select a folder or a le.•
Press the PREV button (7) or the NEXT button (8) to select a track. •
Repeat the previous step to select more tracks and conrm every
selection with the PLAY MODE button (11).
● Press the PLAY/PAUSE button (10) to start the program.
● To play the program again, press the PLAY MODE button (11) after the
program has nished. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button (10) to start the
program again.
● To view the program during playback, press the PREV button (7) or the
NEXT button (8).
● To stop the program during playback, press the STOP button (9).
● To delete the program during playback, press the STOP button (9) twice.
Using the REPEAT/RANDOM function
This function is available in PLAY mode only.
The possible entries for USB are:
● Press the PLAY MODE button (11) to repeat the current title.
● Press the PLAY MODE button (11) again (2x) to repeat all tracks.
● Press the PLAY MODE button (11) again (3x) to repeat all titles in an index.
● Press the PLAY MODE button (11) again (4x) to play all tracks in random
order. The repeat function is now off.

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Cleaning and maintenance6.
!WARNING
Before performing any cleaning or maintenance, switch off and
unplug the appliance.
● Clean the outside of the appliance with a soft cloth. When the appliance
is very dirty, dampen the cloth slightly with water and a neutral solution.
● Clean the lens with a camera lens brush/blower (not included) if the lens
is dirty.
Handle and care of a disc6.1
● Hold the disc with ngers. Hold the disc outer edge and/or the centre
spindle hole. Do not touch the disc surface.
● Do not bend or press the disc. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or
heating sources.
● Clean the disc surface with a soft, dry cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc surface
gently, radially, from centre towards the outer edge.
● Do not apply thinner, alcohol, chemical solvent, or sprays when cleaning.
Such cleaning uids will permanently damage the disc surface.
Troubleshooting7.
Trouble Action
No display Switch on the appliance.
Connect the appliance properly.
Select the correct function with the
FUNCTION switch (3).
No sound Connect the appliance properly.
Adjust the volume.
Adjust tuning control.
Check if the CD is inserted with the label
upwards.
Clean the lens.
No power Check if the master power switch on the back
panel is ON.

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MP3 playback
Trouble Action
No sound or incomplete audio If MP3 data is mixed with other les on CD,
the appliance may play the non-MP3 les as
noise or without sound or it rejects the disc.
Check if the played le is in MP3 format or
select another le to play.
USB playback
Trouble Action
No playback USB device is not installed or installed
incorrectly. Insert USB device into slot.
Incompatible USB device used. Playback
using any USB device cannot be guaranteed.
Please try another USB device.
Technical data8.
Parameter Value
Voltage 230 VAC ~ 50 Hz
Power consumption 15 W
Max power output 2 x 1 W (RMS)
Radio bands AM/FM
Dimensions (W x H x D) 275 x 130 x 218 mm
Weight 1.75 kg
Frequency range
Parameter Value
AM radio 540 - 1600 kHz
FM radio 87.5 - 108 mHz
Battery power
Parameter Value
Power consumption 8 x 1.5 V
Battery size C

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Disposal of used electrical9.
and electronic equipment
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The meaning of the symbol on the material, its accessory or packaging
indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste.
Please, dispose of this equipment at your applicable collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipments waste. In the European
Union and Other European countries which there are separate collection
systems for used electrical and electronic product. By ensuring the correct
disposal of this product, you will help prevent potentially hazardous to the
environment and to human health, which could otherwise be caused by
unsuitable waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help
conserve natural resources. Please do not therefore dispose of your old
electrical and electronic equipment with your household waste.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact
your local city ofce, your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.
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