Curtis CR3988 User manual

STEREO RADIO, CD-R/RW PLAYER,
DUAL ALARM CLOCK WITH REMOTE CONTROL
OWNER'S MANUAL
PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT
REMOTE
SENEOR
ALM 2
PM
ALM 1
MODEL NO. CR3988

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SER-
VICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilat-
eral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated 'dangerous voltage' within the product's enclo-
sure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intend-
ed to alert the user to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
DANGER:
Invisible and hazardous laser radiation when open and inter-
lock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
FCC WARNING:
This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes
or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference
unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction man-
ual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an
unauthorized change or modification is made.
LASER SAFETY: This unit employs a laser. Only qualified service per-
sonnel should attempt to service this device due to possible eye injury.
CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFOR-
MANCE PROCEDURE HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE.
PLEASE KEEP ALL PACKAGING MA TERIAL FOR AT LEAST 90 DAYS IN
CASE YOU NEED TO RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR PLACE OF PUR-
CHASE OR CURTIS.

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Before using the unit, be sure to read all operat-
ing instructions carefully . Please note that these
are general precautions and may not pertain to
your unit. For example, this unit may not have
the capability to be connected to an outdoor
antenna.
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should be
read before the product is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS
The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS
All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
All operating and use instructions should be fol-
lowed.
5. CLEANING
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. ATTACHMENTS
Do not use attachments not recommended by
the product's manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
7. WATER AND MOISTURE
Do not use this product near water- for example,
near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laun-
dry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming
pool.
8. ACCESSORIES
Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may
fall, causing serious injury and serious damage
to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the manufac-
turer or sold with the product. Any mounting of
the product should follow the manufacturer 's
instructions, and should use a mounting acces-
sory recommended by the manufacturer.
8A. An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.
9. VENTILATION
Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back
or bottom are provided for ventilation and to
ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating. These openings must
not be blocked or covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the product on a
bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This prod-
uct should never be placed near or over a radia-
tor or heat source. This product should not be
placed in a built-in installation such as a book-
case or rack unless proper ventilation is provided
or the manufacturer's instructions have been
adhered to.
10. POWER SOURCES
This product should be operated only from the
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(symbol provided by RETAC)
INFORMATION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with instructions, may cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equip-
ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
* Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
* Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
* Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
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type of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your appliance
dealer or local power company. For products
intended to operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.
11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION
This product is equipped with a polarized alter-
nating-current line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety fea-
ture. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into
the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
12. 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, paying partic-
ular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the appliance.
13. LIGHTNING
To protect your product from a lightning storm, or
when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
prevent damage to the product due to lightning
and power-line surges.
14. POWER LINES
An outside antenna system should not be locat-
ed in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall
into such power lines or circuits. When installing
an outside antenna system, extreme care should
be taken to keep from touching such power lines
or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
15. OVERLOADING
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords
as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result in
fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type
of liquid on the product.
17. SERVICING
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
18. REPLACEMENT PARTS
When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician uses replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or those that have
the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
19. SAFETY CHECK
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the product is in
proper operating condition.
20. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceil-
ing only as recommended by the manufacturer.
21. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
Unplug the product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is dam-
aged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by fol-
lowing the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions, as an adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet
has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance - this indicates a need for service.
22. HEAT
The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other products (including amplifiers) that pro-
duce heat.
23. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER
This reminder is provided to call the CATV sys-
tem installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the
NEC that provides guidelines for proper ground-
ing and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding sys-
tem of the building, as close to the point of cable
entry as practical.
24. NONUSE PERIODS
The power cord of the appliance should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a
long period of time.
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Dear Customer:
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just purchased is only the start of your
musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement
your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's
Consumer Electronics Group wants you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a
safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or
distortion and, most importantly , without affecting your sensitive hearing.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort level" adapts to higher volumes of
sound. So what sounds "normal" can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard
against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
* Start your volume control at a low setting.
* Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
* Set the dial and leave it there.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After
all, we want you listening for a lifetime.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hear-
ing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the
Electronic Industries s.Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid pro-
longed exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.
Decibel
Level Example
30 Quiet library, soft whispers
40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
80 Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet
THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONST ANT EXPOSURE:
90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
140 Gunshot blast, jet engine
180 Rocket launching pad
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
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L OC ATION OF C ONT R OL S
1. SLEEP Indicator
2. PM Indicator
3. ALARM 1 Indicator
4. PROG. (Program) Indicator
5.
6.
7. ALARM 2 Indicator
8. Remote Sensor
9. TUNING Control
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REPEAT Indicator
RAN. (Random) Indicator
VOL.
10 11 12 13
10. Right Speaker
11. Battery Compartment (Bottom of Unit)
12. VOL. (Volume) Control
13. AM/FM Switch
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L OC AT ION OF C ONT R OL S (C ont')
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DIMMER
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28. PROG. (Program) Button
29. POWER Button
30. POWER and ALARM OFF Indicator
31. P-MODE Button
32. FM Wire Antenna (Rear Of Unit)
33. AC Cord (Rear Of Unit)
34. CD Compartment Door
35. Dimmer Switch
36. BUZZER/RADIO/CD Switch
14. Left Speaker
15. CD Door OPEN/CLOSE Area
16. SLEEP Button
17. DISPLAY Button
18. CLK SET (Clock Set) Button
19. AL1 (Alarm 1) Button
20. AL2 (Alarm 2) Button
21. FM ST (Stereo) Indicator
22. SNOOZE Button
23. AM/FM Dial Scale and Pointer
24. PLAY/PAUSE Button
25. STOP Button
26. SKIP/MINUTES Button
27. SKIP/HOUR Button

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L OC ATION OF C ONT R OL S
1. PROG Button
2. PLAY/PAUSE Button
3. SKIP DN Button
4. SLEEP Button
5.
6.
7. SKIP UP Button
8. REPEAT Button
9. POWER Button
SNOOZE Button
STOP Button
L OC ATION OF R E MOTE C ONTR OL S
POWER
SLEEP
SNOOZE
PROG
REMOTE CONTROL
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INS TAL L ATION
C AUTION: TO P R E VE NT E LE C TR IC S HOC K ,
MATC H WIDE BLADE OF P LUG TO WIDE
S LOT, F ULLY INS E R T.
Unravel the AC cord and connect it to a conve-
niently located AC outlet having 120V and
60Hz only. T he C lock Display will illuminate
and "12:00" will appear in the window.
NOTE : If the AC plug does not fit into a nonpo-
larized outlet, do not file or cut the wide blade.
If the AC cord is disconnected or if there is a power failure, this electronic clock is
designed to continue operating internally (without showing the time on the C lock
Display) with a 9 volt battery (not included). To install the battery, remove the bat-
tery compartment cover by press ing in on the tab, connect the battery to the termi-
nals of the battery s nap inside the compartment (use of an alkaline battery is rec-
ommended), then replace battery compartment cover.
B e sure to check the condition of the battery periodi-
cally by disconnecting the AC cord and connecting it
again 2 or 3 minutes later. The preset times should
continue operating. If the present time does not
appear, it indicates the battery is dead or not connect-
ed properly. T he 9 volt battery will keep the internal
times accurately for approximately 30 minutes. If the
power is restored after 30 minutes, the times may need to be res et.
AC Plug
AC Outlet
B AT TE R Y P R E C A UT IONS
F ollow these precautions when us ing a battery in this device:
1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
2. B e sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the battery as indicated in the bat-
tery compartment. R eversed battery may cause damage to the device.
3. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the battery to prevent
damage or injury from possible battery leakage.
4. Do not try to recharge a battery not intended to be recharged; it can overheat and rup-
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TION
12
Open the CD compartment door by
pressing on the OPEN/CLOSE area on
the bottom right of the CD compartment
door. Gently place a disc, label side up,
onto the spindle and gently close the
CD compartment door.
1
Make sure the CD has stopped and
open the CD compartment door by
pressing on the OPEN/CLOSE area on
the CD compartment door. Hold the
edge of the CD and pick it up.
1
FM: Extend the FM wire antenna for best reception.
AM: Turn the unit for better AM reception.
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FAQ:
Why am I not getting sound from the radio?
Make sure the FUNCTION switch is set to the RADIO position and the
VOLUME control is not set to the minimum level.
TO LISTEN TO THE RADIO
Press the POWER Button "1" to turn the
unit on; the POWER indicator will light.
Slide the FUNCTION switch "2" to the
RADIO position.
Tune a station by turning the TUNING
control "1". When a strong FM stereo
signal is received the FM Stereo
indicator will light. Adjust the VOLUME
control "2" as desired.
Antennas
TO INSERT A CD TO REMOVE A CD
OPERATION
SKIP
SKIP
SKIP
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OP E R AT ION (C ONT INUE D)
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NOTES:
FAQ: What is the maximum time for a CD in this unit?
The maximum time is 74 minutes.
Insert a CD as described on the
previous page. Press the POWER
button "1" to turn the unit on;
The Power indicator will light.
Slide the FUNCTION swtich "2" to
the CD position. (The total number
of track will appear in the display).
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to
start playback. TO PAUSE
PLAYBACK, press the PLAY/PAUSE
button again; the display will briefly
blink. Press again to resume playback.
To skip forward or backward through
the tracks on the disc, press the SKIP
"1" or "2" button. To search forward or
backward through the tracks on the
disc, press and hold the SKIP "1" or
"2" button.
Adjust the VOLUME control "1" as
desired. Press the DISPLAY button
"3" when the time is showing to see
the number of tracks on the CD.
When the disc is through playing,
it will stop. Press the STOP button "2"
to stop the disc before it is finished.
If a disc is inserted incorrectly, dirty, damaged or not
present at all, the display will show, "no".
TO PLAY A CD
SKIP
1
2
1
SKIP
1
SKIP
1
1
1
2
SKIP
1
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OPERATION (CONTINUED)
12
TO REPEATEDLY PLAY BACK ONE TRACK
12
TO REPEATEDLY PLAYBACK ALL TRACKS
Press the POWER button "1" to turn
the unit on; The Power indicator will
light. Slide the FUNCTION swtich "2"
to the CD position. Press the
P-MODE button "3" once; the
REPEAT indicator will blink.
Press the SKIP "1" or "2" button to
select a track and the PLAY/PAUSE
button "3" to start playback and the
unit will play the same track over and
over until the STOP button "4" is
pressed.
Press the POWER button "1" to
turn the unit on; the POWER
indicator will light. Slide the
FUNCTION switch "2" to the CD
position. Press the P-MODE button
"3" twice; the REPEAT indicator will
light solid.
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button "1"
to start playback and the unit will
then play all the tracks on the CD
over and over until the STOP
button "2" is pressed.
SKIP
1
1
1
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SKIP
1
1
1
4
SKIP
2
SKIP
1
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OPERATION (CONTINUED)
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All CD Track will play randomly, press
the P-MODE button again to cancel
RANDOM Mode.
SKIP
1
21
3
SKIP
1
2
TO PLAY CD TRACK RANDOMLY
Press the POWER button "1" to
turn the unit on; the POWER
indicator will light. Slide the
FUNCTION switch "2" to the CD
position. Press the P-MODE button
"3" three times; the RANDOM
indicator will light solid.
1
TO DIMMER DISPLAY
Slide the DIMMER switch High or
Low to adjust the display
brightness.
SKIP
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OPERATION (CONTINUED)
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TO PROGRAM THE MEMORY (UP TO 20 TRACKS)
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NOTES:
FAQS:
How do I clear the memory?
Press the POWER button "1" to turn
the unit on; the POWER indicator will
light. Slide the FUNCTION switch "2"
to the CD position. Press the PROG.
button "3" once; "P 01" will appear in
the display and the PROG. indicator
will blink.
Within 7 seconds, select the first track
to be played back using the SKIP "1"
or "2" button, then press the PROG.
button "3" again. Repeat this step to
program additional tracks up to a
maximum of 20 tracks
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to
begin playback. The unit will play all
the tracks in the order you
programmed them, then the prog.
indicator will light solid.
Adjust the VOLUME control "1" as
desired. When the disc is through
playing, it will stop. Press the STOP
"2" button to stop the disc before it is
finished.
1. To skip forward or backward through the programs, press the SKIP
button. When the disc is through playing, it will stop.
2. Programming is the ability to preselect the order in which a series of
tracks will be played.
When at the STOP mode, press the PROG. button to enter the Program
mode, and then press the STOP button or change the position of the
FUNCTION switch.
SKIP
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SKIP
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1
2
3
SKIP
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SKIP
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OPERATION (CONTINUED)
TO SET OR RESET THE ACTUAL TIME
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TO SET OR RESET THE ALARM TIME
Press the CLK SET button once;
the time will blink.
Press the SKIP/HOUR button "1" to
set the present hour and the
SKIP/MINUTE button "2" to set the
present minute. Press the CLK SET
"3" button to confirm the time.
Press the desired ALARM button
(AL1 or AL2).
Press the SKIP/HOUR button "1"
to set the desired alarm hour and
the SKIP/MINUTE button "2" to
set the desired alarm minute.
Press the CLK SET "3" button to
confirm the alarm time.
SKIP
1
12
SKIP
1
1
2
3
SKIP
12
SKIP
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OPERATION (CONTINUED)
1 2
TO SET THE ALARM TO WAKE TO RADIO
1
2
WAKING TO A CD OR CD PROGRAM
When waking to a CD or CD program, the unit will play back the tracks on the CD
or the programmed tracks, then it will stop. If the CD or programmed total time is
more than 59 minutes, it will only play back for 59 minutes and then stop.
Set the alarm time as previously
instructed. Slide the FUNCTION
switch "1" to the RADIO
position, select a radio station
and make sure the VOLUME "2"
is set as desired.
When the actual time matches the
selected preset alarm time(s), the
unit automatically turns on for 59
minutes and then shuts off. To
Shut the alarm, see TO SHUT
THE ALARM OFF section on the
next page.
Set the alarm time as previously instructed.
Slide the FUNCTION switch "1" to the CD
position, insert a CD and make sure the
VOLUME "2" is set as desired. You can set
the unit to wake up to a CD program by
setting the program as described on page
10. Then, press the PLAY/PAUSE button
"3" followed by the STOP button "4" and
the program will be set.
When the actual time matches the
selected preset alarm time(s), the
unit automatically turns on for 59
minutes and then shuts off. To
Shut the alarm, see TO SHUT
THE ALARM OFF section on the
next page.
TO SET THE ALARM TO WAKE TO CD
SKIP
1
12
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SKIP
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OPERATION (CONTINUED)
12
TO SET THE ALARM TO WAKE TO BUZZER
1
TO SHUT THE ALARM OFF
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1
S NOOZE
NOTE : In AL1 + AL2 Alarm mode, if both alarms are set, the S nooze feature will
only operate up to the next alarm. If the next alarm time is reached, the unit
automatically turns on for 59 minutes and then shuts off.
Set the alarm time as previously
instructed. Slide the FUNCTION
Switch to BUZZER position.
After switch to the BUZZER position
and make sure the power is off. When
the actual time matches the selected
preset alarm time(s), the unit
automatically turns on. To shut off the
alarm, see TO SHUT THE ALARM
OFF section below.
To shut the alarm off, press the
POWER button "1" once and the
alarm time will be reset for the next
day. Press ALARM button "2"
(AL1 or AL2) to turn off the alarm
and not set it for the next day.
The alarm can be temporarily
turned off manually by pressing
the SNOOZE button; the alarm
will turn back on automatically
6 minutes later. It can be
repeated endlessly.
SKIP
1
SKIP
1
2
SKIP
1
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SKIP
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OPERATION (CONTINUED)
Tune the desired radio station or insert
a CD as previously instructed and press
the POWER button to turn the unit on;
12
TO ACTIVATE THE SLEEP FUNCTION
3
Press the SLEEP button and "--" will
appear on the clock display, then
release the button; the SLEEP indicator
will on.
Press the SLEEP button and "90" will
appear and set the unit to turn off after
90 minutes. Press a third time to set to
60 minutes. Press a fourth time to set
to 30 minutes. Press a fifth time to set
to 15 minutes. After five seconds, the
Sleep function will activate and the
SLEEP indicator will light solid.
Pressing the SLEEP button again
turns off the Sleep feature.
SKIP
1
the POWER indicator will light.
SKIP
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Caring for Compact Discs
*Treat the disc carefully. Handle the disc only
by its edges. Never allow your fingers to come
in contact with the shiny, unprinted side of the
disc.
*Do not attach adhesive tape, stickers, etc. to
the disc label.
*Clean the disc periodically with a soft, lint-free, dry cloth. Never use detergents
or abrasive cleaners to clean the disc. If necessary, use a CD cleaning kit.
*If a disc skips or gets stuck on a section of the disc, it is probably dirty or dam-
aged (scratched).
*When cleaning the disc, wipe in straight lines from the center of the disc to the
outer edge of the disc. Never wipe in circular motions.
*This unit is designed to play only discs bearing the identification
logo as shown here. Other discs may not conform to the CD stan-
dard and may not play properly.
*Discs should be stored in their cases after each use to avoid dam-
age.
*Do not expose discs to direct sunlight, high humidity, high temperatures, or
dust, etc. Prolonged exposure or extreme temperatures can warp the disc.
*Do not stick or write anything on either side of the disc. Sharp writing instru-
ments or the ink may damage the surface.
Cleaning the Unit
* To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power source
when cleaning.
*The Þnish on your unit may be cleaned with a dust cloth and cared for as other
furniture. Use caution when cleaning and wiping the plastic parts.
*Mild soap and a damp cloth may be used on the front panel.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION
Unit will not AC cord not Check AC cord
turn on. connected. connection.
Disc will not play. CD compartment Close CD compartment
not closed. door.
Disc inserted Reinsert disc correctly.
incorrectly.
Dirty or defective CD. Try another disc.
Moisture Wipe disc with soft cloth.
condensation on disc.
No sound. VOLUME control Increase volume.
set to minimum.
Defective disc. Try another disc.
Erratic playback. Dirty or defective Clean or replace disc.
disc.
Time reset to "12:00". Battery connected Check the battery.
improperly, not con-
nected or dead.
Clock not set. Set the clock.
Alarm does not ALARM switch is not Set ALARM switch to the
turn on. in correct position. desired alarm.
Clock is not set. Set the clock.
Alarm is not set. Set the Alarm.
AM or FM, no sound. Power is not on. Press the POWER/ALARM
RESET button to turn the unit on.
VOLUME control Increase volume.
set to minimum.
If you experience a problem with this unit, check the chart below:
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