Akura APCD713MP User manual

Customer Help Line 01422 263313
Opening hours Mon-Fri 8 am – 8pm. Sat 9 am – 4pm. Sun 11am –
4pm “Bank holidays as Sun”
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
www.ekey.co.uk (24HR)
MP3/CD/Radio
Portable Player
APCD713MP

WARNING
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TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING : SHOCK HAZARD-DO NOT OPEN
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL -
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous
voltage within the products enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitude a risk of electric
shock to persons.
EXCLAMATION POINT - within an equilateral triangle,
is used to indicate that a specific component shall be
replaced only by the component specified in that
documentation for safety reason.
The following label has been affixed to the unit, listing the proper procedure for working with the laser beam:
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LABEL -
This label is attached to the place as illustrated to inform that the
apparatus contains a laser component.
WARNING LABEL INFORMING OF RADIATION -
This label is placed inside the unit. As shown in the illustration. To
warn against further measures on the unit. The equipment contains
a laser radiating laser rays according to the limit of laser product of
class 1.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
LUOKEN 1 LAISERLAITE
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
Correct disposal of this Product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
The crossed out “Wheelie bin” is intended to show that this appliance
must not be placed with ordinary household waste at the end of its
useful life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human
health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please keep separate from
other household waste and recycle it responsibly to promote the
sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where you
purchased the product, or their local government office for details of
where and how you can take this item for environmentally safe re-
cycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and
conditions of the purchase contract. This product must not be mixed
with other commercial wastes for disposal

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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1. READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instruction should be retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating instructions should be followed.
5. WATER AND MOISTURE - The appliance should not be used near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundrytub, swimming pool or in a wet basement.
6. VENTILATION - The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. Do not place on bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings, in a built-in
installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.
7. HEAT - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. POWER SOURCE - The appliance should be connected to power supply only of the type described in the
operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
9. POWER CORD PROTECTION - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked
on or pinched by items placed upon or against them.
10. OBJECT and LIQUID ENTRY - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into
the enclosure through openings.
11. ESD WARNING - The display does not function properly or no reaction to operation of any the control may due
to the electrostatic discharge. Switch off and unplug the set. Reconnect after a few seconds.
12. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
a. The power-supply cord or plug has been damaged.
b. Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance enclosure.
c. The appliance has been exposed to rain.
d. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
e. The appliance does not appear to operate normally.
13. SERVICING - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the user operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
Notes:
a. Dirty or scratched CD may cause a skipping problem. Clean or replace the CD.
b. If an error display or malfunction occurs, disconncet the AC cord and remove all the batteries. Then turn the power
back on.
BEFORE OPERATION
Notes: CONCERNING COMPACT DISCS.
Since dirty, damaged or warped discs may damage the appliance, care should be taken of the followings items:
a. Usable compact discs. Use only compact disc with the mark shown below.
b. CD compact disc only with digital audio signals.

Notes:
Use batteries of the same type. Do not mix battery types together.
When using batteries, disconnect the Mains supply lead.
When not using batteries, remove from the battery compartment to prevent
battery leakage damaging the appliance
Connect to a 230/240V AC 50 Hz supply. Do not attempt to connect to any other source.
to AC INto a wall outlet
BATTERY POWER
Insert 6 x “C” size batteries into the battery compartment. Be sure that the batteries are inserted
correctly to avoid damage to the appliance. Always remove the batteries when appliance will not be
used for a long period of time, as this will cause leakage to the batteries and subsequently damage
to your set.
POWER SOURCES
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AC POWER
Insert 6 x “C” size batteries
into the battery compartment

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
DIAL POINTER
SKIP +
SKIP -
POWER INDICATOR
STOP
PROGRAM
PLAY / PAUSE
BAND SELECTOR
FUNCTION
SELECTOR
VOLUME
CONTROL
CD DOOR
FM ANTENNA
TUNING CONTROL
OPEN / CLOSE
LCD DISPLAY
FM STEREO INDICATOR
ALBUM
MODE

- Rotate the antenna for better FM reception.
- Rotate the appliance for better AM reception.
GENERAL OPERATION
1. Set the “FUNCTION” selector to “RADIO” mode.
2. Select desired band by using the “BAND” selector.
3. Adjust radio frequency to your desired station by using the “TUNING” control.
4. Adjust the “VOLUME” control to the desired level.
FM / FM-STEREO RECEPTION
- Set the “BAND” selector to FM mode for MONO reception.
- Set the “BAND” selector to FM ST. mode for FM STEREO reception. The Stereo indicator light up
to show FM ST. mode.
RADIO OPERATION
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FOR BETTER RECEPTION

CD / MP3 OPERATION
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GENERAL OPERATION
PLAY / PAUSE Press to start playing CD / MP3 disc.
Press again to stop playing CD / MP3 operation temporarily.
Press again to resume playback.
SKIP + & Press to go to the next track or back to the previous track.
SKIP - Press and hold while playing until you find the point of the sound.
STOP Press to stop all CD / MP3 operation.
PLAYBACK
1. Set the “FUNCTION” selector to “CD / MP3” mode.
2. Open the CD door and place a CD / MP3 disc with the label up in the CD compartment.
3. Close the CD door.
4. Focus search is performed if disc is inside.
For CD disc - Total number of tracks is read and appears on the display.
For MP3 disc - “MP3” appears on the display.
5. Press the “PLAY / PAUSE” button to start playing CD / MP3 disc.
6. Adjust the “VOLUME” control to the desired level.
7. Press the “PLAY / PAUSE” button again when you want to stop playback temporarily.
8. Press the “STOP” button when finished.
Note. When playing MP3 discs, the disc will occasionally stop, this is
normal, as the MP3 system of operation is different from normal CD’s.

MODE
Press the “MODE” button before or during playing CD / MP3 disc,
each press switches the mode function as follows:
1 - REPEAT 1
2 - REPEAT ALBUM ( *MP3 ONLY )
3 - REPEAT ALL
4 - RANDOM
5 - NORMAL PLAYBACK
REPEAT 1
REP REP
ALBUM
REP
ALL
REPEAT
ALBUM
REPEAT
ALL
NORMAL
PLAYBACK
RAND
RANDOM
CD / MP3 OPERATION
PROGRAM
Up to 20 tracks can be programmed for disc play in any order.
Be sure to press the “STOP” button before use.
1. Press the “PROGRAM” button, the display will show “P01” and flash.
2. Select desired track by using the “SKIP +” or “SKIP -” button. (You may select a desired album
by pressing the “ALBUM” button).
3. Press the “PROGRAM” button again to confirm desired track into the program memory.
4. Repeat step 2 and 3 to enter additional tracks into the program memory.
5. When all the desired tracks have been programmed, press the “PLAY / PAUSE” button to play the
disc in the order you have programmed.
6. Press the “STOP” button twice to terminate programmed playback.
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FAULT GUIDE
Should you experience any problems please see guide below before cslling the help line.
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is not used on AM
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
Dead No operation No power to player
Check the power plug is in
firmly and connected to a
power supply.
If batteries are fitted ensure
they are new and fitted the
correct way round
No radio operations but Led lit Function switch set to CD Switch to Radio or place a disc
into the player
No or noisy radio stations on
MW
Poor signal
Rotate the case of the radio as
the internal aerial is
directional. The externding rod
No or noisy stations on FM Poor signal Extend and rotate the rod
aerial
Dirty or damaged discs.
Carefully clean the disc and
place in the player label side
up.Not playing discs
Dirty Laser lens Carefully clean the laser lens
with a cotton bud
If you are still having difficulty please call the Technical help line. Ring 01422 263313 (Normal
rates apply).
Opening hours Mon-Fri 8 am – 8pm. Sat 9 am – 4pm. Sun 11am – 4pm “Bank
holidays as Sun”. or www.ekey.co.uk (24Hr)

IMPORTANT
If the mains plug requires replacement, please follow the following instructions.
DO NOT CONNECT THE CENTRE PIN (EARTH).
Connect the Blue wire to the (N) terminal ( this may be
coloured blue).
Connect the Brown wire to the (L) terminal adjacent to
the fuse ( this may be coloured brown).
This appliance must have a 3A fuse fitted.
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ON HANDLING DISCS ON CLEANING DISCS
Do not touch the playback side of the disc.
Do not attach paper or tape to disc.
Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause sound
distortion and skipping of tracks. Wipe the disc
from the centre outwards with a soft cloth.
If you can not wipe off the dust with a soft cloth,
wipe the disc lightly with a slightly moistened soft
cloth and finish with a dry cloth.
Do not use any type of solvent such as thinne
Disc operation : CD and MP3. 7 cm 12 cm
discs.
r,
benzine, commercially available cleaners or anti-
static spray for vinyl Lps. It may damage the disc.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply : 230V ~ 50Hz
Power Consumption : 12 Watt
Output Power(RMS) : 2 x 1W
Terminal impedence : Speaker 4ohms
Unit Dimensions : 236(L) x 227(W) x 118(H)mm
Net Weight : 1.5kg
Gross Weight : 1.7kg
Tuning Frequency : AM: 540-1600 KHz
FM: 88-108 MHz
DC Operation : 9V (6 X UM-2)