Emerson Research ES398 User manual

OWNER'SMANUAL
ES398
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Multi-Media Audio System
with Digital Tuner, and Detachable
CD-R/RW, MP3, WMA Player
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TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. TO PREVENT FIRE
ORSHOCKHAZARD,DONOTEXPOSETHISAPPLIANCETORAINORMOISTURE.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
1.) Read these instructions.
2.) Keep these instructions.
3.) Heed all warnings.
4.) Follow all instructions.
5.) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6.) Clean only with dry cloth.
7.) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8.) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9.) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10.) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11.) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12.) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13.) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
14.) This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and no object filled with
liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
15.) Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated.
16.) Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer.
17.) The product may be mounted to a wall only if recommended by the manufacturer.
18.) Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks.
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CAUTION
RISK OFELECTRICSHOCK
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Thank You………………
for purchasing the Emerson Research Audio System.
The detachacble CD player can play CD-R/RW, WMA, and MP3 encoded
CDs in addition to normal pre-recorded CDs. And the digital tuner will store
up to 30 of your favorite stations (15 FM / 15AM) for easy and immediate
recall.
Finally, all functions of this system can be operated from the comfort of
your favorite chair with the ultra-slim 20-key remote control.
Please be sure to read this manual carefully and completely to make sure
you understand all of the exciting features and functions included in your
new system. We have taken great care to make sure that this system was
in perfect working order when it left our factory.
If you experience any problem with the set-up or operation of this system
please do not return it to the dealer. Please call the Emerson Customer
Service Hotline. toll-free, at 800-898-9020. One of our representatives will
try to diagnose and correct the problem for you. If that is not possible you
will be advised how to obtain a replacement.
Once again, all of us at Emerson Research thank you for your purchase.
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•Operatecontrolsand switchesas
described inthe manual.
•Beforeturning ‘On’the power,make
certainthatpowercordisproperly
installed.
•StoreyourCDs,inacoolarea toavoid
damage fromheat.
•When moving the set, be suretofirst
disconnectthe powercord.
•Avoidinstalling thisunitinplaces
exposed todirectsunlightorcloseto
heatradiating appliancessuchas
electricheaters,on top ofotherstereo
equipmentthatradiatestoo muchheat,
placeslackingventilationordustyareas,
placessubjecttoconstantvibrationand/
orhumidormoistareas.
•Donotattempttoclean thisunitwith
chemicalsolventsasthismightdamage
the finish.Useaclean drycloth.
CLASS 1LASERPRODUCT
CLASS 1LASERPRODUCT
APPAREILÁLASERDECLASSE 1
PRODUCTOLASERDECLASE 1
CAUTION
INVISIBLELASERRADIATION
WHENOPENAND INTERLOCKS
DEFEATED.
AVOIDEXPOSURETOBEAM
ThisproductcontainsalowpowerLaserDevice.
FCC INFORMATION
Thisequipmenthasbeen tested and found tocomplywiththe limitsforaClass Bdigital
device,pursuanttoPart15 ofthe FCC Rules.Theselimitsaredesigned toprovide
reasonableprotection againstharmfulinterferenceinaresidentialinstallation.This
equipmentgenerates,uses,and can radiateradiofrequency energyand,ifnotinstalled
and used inaccordancewiththe instructions,maycauseharmfulinterferencetoradio
communications.However,thereisno guarantee thatinterferencewill notoccurina
particularinstallation.Ifthisequipmentdoescauseharmfulinterferencetoradioortelevision
reception,whichcan be determined byturning the equipmentoff and on,the useris
encouraged totrytocorrectthe interferencebyone ormoreofthe following measures:
•Reorientorrelocatethe receiving antenna.
•Increasethe separation between the equipmentand receiver.
•Connectthe equipmentintoan outleton acircuitdifferentfromthattowhichthe receiver
isconnected.
•Consultthe dealeroran experienced radio/TVtechnician forhelp.
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15 ofthe FCC Rules.Operation issubjecttothe following
twoconditions:
(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,and
(2)Thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,including interferencethat
maycauseundesired operation.
IMPORTANTNOTES
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Power Source
This system is designed to operate on 120V AC 60Hz house current only.
Connecting this system to any other power source may cause damage to the
system and such damage is not covered by your warranty.
Note:The systemhaspolarized ACplug withone wide blade and one narrow
blade.The plug will onlyfitintomatching polarizedACoutlets.
Thisisasafetyfeaturetoreducethe possibilityofelectricshock.If the plug will not
fitinyourACoutlets,you probablyhaveoutdated non-polarized outlet. You should
haveyouroutdated outletchanged byaqualified,licensed electrician.Donotfile
the wide blade on the plug,orusean adaptertomakethe plug fitintoyouroutlet.
Thisdefeatsthe safetyfeatureand couldexposeyou toelectricshock.
AC Plug
AC Outlet
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Placement Of The System
The system should be placed on a stable, level surface such as a table, shelf, or
stand, convenient to a 120V 60HzAC outlet, out of direct sunlight, and away from
sources of excess heat, dust, moisture, or vibration.
The speakers may be separated from the main as far the wires allow for maximum
stereo separation, or the may be placed to the immediate left and right of the main
unit.
Protect Your Furniture
Thismodelisequipped withnon-skidrubber'feet'topreventthe productfrom
moving when you operatethe controls.These'feet'aremade fromnon-migrating
rubbermaterialspeciallyformulated toavoidleaving anymarks orstainson your
furniture.Howevercertaintypesofoil based furniturepolishes,wood preservatives,
orcleaning sprays maycausethe rubber'feet'tosoften,and leavemarks ora
rubberresidue on the furniture.Topreventanydamage toyourfurniturewestrongly
recommend thatyou purchasesmall self-adhesivefeltpads,availableathardware
storesand homeimprovementcenterseverywhere,and applythesepadstothe
bottomofthe rubber'feet'beforeyou placethe producton fine wooden furniture.
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1. Connect speaker plug to speaker jack of main unit
2. Make sure the power cord is fully inserted into the AC outlet
3. Place the CD player on the top of the unit
4. To activate the remote control's battery, remove the plastic tab from the
remote battery compartment.
5. For backup, install 2 AAA batteries (not included) into the backup
battery compartment on the bottom of the main unit.
INSTALLATION
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SPEAKERS 4 OHM
PARTNO. 60-1433
IMPEDANCE 4 OHM
MADE IN CHINA / FABRIQUÉEN CHINE
PARTNO. 60-1433
IMPEDANCE 4 OHM
MADE IN CHINA / FABRIQUÉEN CHINE

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS – MAIN UNIT
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SPEAKERS 4 OHM
EQ
DIR/CH
POWER
AUTO
SEEK
TUN
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P-MODE
PGM
RADIO/BAND AUX
MEMORYSELECT

MAIN UNIT
1. POWER — turn on/off the unit
2. RADIO/BAND — power on radio or select radio band
3. AUX — select auxiliary input sound source
4. PLAY/PAUSE — to playback / to pause / resume CD playback / select CD
function
5. STOP — to stop CD playback
6. TUN — tune into radio station / CD searching
7. P-MODE — CD playback mode setting
8. SELECT — enter setting mode
9. MEMORY/PGM — save radio preset station / enter CD program mode
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11. AUTO SEEK — searching radio station in the band and save it automatically
12. EQ — select EQ mode
13. VOLUME CONTROL — adjust volume level up or down
14. SNOOZE/LIGHT — enter snooze mode / turn on display backlight
15. SLEEP — select time to power off unit
16. ALARM ON/OFF — turn on/off alarm
17. DISPLAY
18. OPEN — open CD door
19. REMOTE SENSOR
20. PHONES JACK — connect a headphone for private listening
21. LINE OUT JACK — connect to other audio product
22. AUX IN JACK — input from other sound source
23. SPEAKER JACK — connect speaker wire
24. EXTERNAL FM ANTENNA CONNECTION TERMINAL —
enhance FM reception strength
25. BACKUP BATTERY COMPARTMENT
REMOTE CONTROL
26. POWER — turn on/off the unit
27 SLEEP — select time to power off unit
28. PLAY/PAUSE — to playback / to pause / resume CD playback / select CD
function
29. RADIO/BAND — power on radio or select radio band
30. AUX — select auxiliary input sound source
31. STOP — to stop CD playback
32. TUN — tune into radio station / CD searching
33. VOL — adjust volume level up or down
34. CH/DIR — select MP3 directory / select radio preset station
35. P-MODE — CD playback mode setting
36. MEM/PGM — save radio preset station / enter CD program mode
37. SET — enter setting mode
38. EQ — select EQ mode
39. AUTO SEEK — searching radio station in the band and save it automatically
40. DISPLAY
41. SNOOZE/LIGHT — enter snooze mode / turn on display backlight
42. AL ON/OFF — turn on/off alarm
DIR/CH+ — select MP3/WMA directory / select radio preset station
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EXTERNAL ANTENNA
Use a screwdriver to attach the antenna to the connector
at the back of the unit. Reception quality relies on the
length of the antenna from the base of the unit to the
floor. The greater the distance, the stronger the reception
quality.
RADIO OPERATION
1. Press the RADIO/BAND button to activate the radio.
2. If necessary press the RADIO/BAND button again to select AM or FM band.
3. Press the TUN+ or TUN- button tuning to a desired station.
• Automatic Tuning:
Press and hold the TUN+ or TUN- button until the display starts to show
frequency scanning, and then release the button.
The tuner will stop on the first strong station it finds.
Repeat this procedure until the desired frequency appears on the display.
• Manual Tuning:
Repeatedly press the TUN+ or TUN- button to manually move the
frequency display up or down until it reaches the frequency of your desired
station.
If the FM Stereo reception is not good enough, press RADIO/BAND button
changing to FM MONO mode to obtain more stable sound output.
PRESET RADIO STATIONS
The unit allows you to store up to 15 AM and 15 FM stations in the tuner preset
memories for easy recall at any time.
1. Press the RADIO/BAND button to activate the radio.
2. If necessary press the RADIO/BAND button again to select AM or FM band.
3. Tune to a desired radio station using TUN+ or TUN- button.
4. Press the memory MEMORY/PGM button once, preset channel number
(e.g.01) will appear on display.
5. Use CH+ or CH - buttons to select desired preset channel number.
6. Press MEMORY/PGM button again to confirm setting.
AUTO SEEKING
The unit allows you to store up to 15 AM and 15 FM stations in the tuner
preset memories automatically.
1. Press the RADIO/BAND button to activate the radio.
2. If necessary press the RADIO/BAND button again to select AM or FM band.
3. Press the AUTO SEEK button to start the auto seeking and store the station
in the memories (CH1-CH15)
LISTENING TO THE RADIO
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LOADING A CD
1. Press the POWER button.
2. Open the CD door and press CD onto spindle.
3. Close the CD door to start CD playback.
PLAYBACK CD
1. Press PLAY/PAUSE button to start playback.
2. Adjust the sound level using VOLUME CONTROL.
PAUSE / STOP / TURN OFF THE CD
1. Press PLAY/PAUSE button to pause / resume CD playback.
2. Press STOP button to stop CD playback.
3. Press STOP button again to turn off the unit.
SKIP / SEARCH FUNCTION
1. Press TUN+ or TUN- button to skip to desired CD track.
2. Press and hold TUN+ or TUN- button for backward or forward search.
3.
PLAY MODE
For CD disc:
1. Repeat Playback:
Press P-MODE button once. “ ” will appear for repeat playback of one
track.
Press P-MODE button twice, “ ” will appear for repeat playback of the
whole disc.
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2. Intro Play, playback the 1 10 seconds of each track of the disc:
Press P-MODE button three times, then “INTRO” is displayed.
Press “PLAY/PAUSE” button then starts INTRO playback mode.
3. Random Play:
Press PLAY/PAUSE button then the track number is selected at random
and starts playback.
For MP3/WMA disc only, press DIR/CH button to select the directory.
Press P-MODE button four times, then “SHUF” is displayed.
LISTENING TO CD / MP3 / WMA – MAIN UNIT
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NOTE: This feature is useful if you live in a rural area with a limited number of
stations. However if you live in a major metropolitan area with many strong
stations, do not use the Auto-Preset feature. It will memorize the first 15 strong
stations it encounters and these will probably not be the same 15 stations that
you would select if you were memorizing stations manually.

For MP3 / WMA disc:
1. Repeat Playback:
Press P-MODE button once. “ ” will appear for repeat playback of one
track.
Press P-MODE button three times, “ ” will appear for repeat playback of
the whole disc.
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2. Intro Play, playback the 1 10 seconds of each track of the disc:
Press P-MODE button four times, then “INTRO” is displayed.
Press “PLAY/PAUSE” button then starts INTRO playback mode.
3. Random Play:
Press PLAY/PAUSE button then the track number is selected at random and
starts playback.
PROGRAM PLAYBACK
This feature allows you to program tracks that you would like to hear (up to total
30 tracks for each disc).
1. When CD playback stops, press MEMORY/PGM button once. “PGM” and
“000” (track number) indicators on display flash.
2. Press TUN+ or TUN- button to select track number. (For MP3 / WMA disc,
press DIR/CH button to select directory, if necessary)
3. When desired track number displayed, press MEMORY/PGM button to
register. Track number “000” indicator flashes on display again.
4. Repeat step2 & 3 until all desired (or up to 30) tracks have been entered.
5. Press PLAY/PAUSE button. MEMORY/PGM indicator stops flashing and
CD starts program playback.
NOTE: If you press the TUN+ and TUN- button during programmed playback,
the unit will skip forward to the next track in the program, not necessary the next
track on the disc.
1. PGM repeat 1track:
During MEMORY/PGM playback, press P-MODE button once.
Unit will repeatedly playback current PGM tracks, “PGM” & “ ” indicators
displayed.
2. Repeat playback ALL programmed track(s):
During MEMORY/PGM playback, press P-MODE button twice. Unit will
repeatedly playback all programmed tracks, “PGM” & “ ” indicators
displayed.
3. Playback INTRO of programmed track(s):
During MEMORY/PGM playback, press P-MODE button 3 times, “INTRO”
indicator flashes.
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Press PLAY/PAUSE button playback the 1 10 seconds of each
programmed track, “PGM” & “INTRO” indicators displayed.
To cancel Playback / all Repeat modes at any time simply press the STOP
button.
Press P-MODE button twice, “ ” will appear for repeat playback of
whole directory.
Press P-MODE button five times, then “SHUF” is displayed.
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1. While power is on, press EQ button to select the default EQ setting
(ROCK, CLASSIC, POP, JAZZ)
2. When EQ is in flat(EQ off) mode (no EQ indicator appears on the display),
pressing the SELECT button will show the BASS level on the display.
3. Rotate the volume control to adjust the bass level.
4. Press SELECT button again to show the TREBLE level on the display
5. Rotate the volume control to adjust the treble level.
6. Press SELECT button to exit the EQ preset mode.
SETTING TIME
1. In power off mode.
2. Press SELECT button 4 times, the real
time will show on the display.
3. Rotate the volume control to adjust the
real time.
4. Auto exit the setting mode after 10 seconds.
SETTING YEAR
1. In power off mode.
2. Press SELECT button 5 times, the year will show on the display.
3. Rotate the volume control to adjust the year.
4. Auto exit the setting mode after 10 seconds.
In power off mode.
SELECT
SETTING MONTH & DATE
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2. Press button 6 times, the month/date will show on the display.
3. Rotate the volume control to adjust the month/date
4. Auto exit the setting mode after 10 seconds.
1. Connect the auxiliary input cable to the AUX IN jack
2. Press AUX button to switch to the auxiliary input
source.
Turn the knob step
by step for
slow advance
VOLUME
KNOB
Turn the knob deep
and quick for
fast advance
For Setting Value
EXTERNAL AUXILIARY AUDIO SOURCE
EQ SETTING
CLOCK SETTING
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SETTING ALARM
1. In power off mode
2. Press button once, and the display will flash.
3. Rotate the volume control to adjust the alarm time
4. Press button again and the alarm sound source will show on the
display.
5. Rotate the volume control to select the alarm sound source (BUZZER, FM,
AM, CD/MP3/WMA or AUX).
NOTE: When CD or MP3 or WMA disc is selected, make sure the desired
disc is loaded in the unit.
When FM or AM radio is selected, make sure the desired radio
station is tuned.
When Aux In make sure the external auxiliary source is properly
connected.
6. Press button again and the snooze time will show on the display.
7. Rotate the volume control to select the snooze time. (5-30 minutes)
8. Auto exit the setting mode after 10 seconds
9. Press ALARM ON/OFF button to enable the daily alarm, a “ ” icon
will appear on the display.
ALARM TO BUZZER
• Crescendo buzzer alarm will sound for one minute.
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• After the 1 alarm minute, it goes into Auto Snooze mode. It stops for the
snooze time and then comes on again.This operation will be repeated 3
times. After the fourth time the alarm shuts off until the next day.
• You may also activate the Snooze function manually after the alarm sounds
by pressing the SNOOZE/LIGHT button. The buzzer stops for the snooze
time and then comes on again.This operation can be repeated 3 times. After
the Fourth time the alarm shuts off until the next day.
• After the buzzer sounds you may also press ALARM ON / OFF button to
stop it immediately. It will reset itself for the following day.
ALARM TO RADIO
• At the desired wake up time the radio turns “ON”. It starts softly and
gradually becomes louder.
• It will play for 30 minutes and then shuts off and resets itself for the
following day.
• You may press the SNOOZE/LIGHT button to activate the snooze function.
The radio stops for the snooze time and then turns “ON” again. This manual
snooze operation may be repeated a total of 3 times. Each time the radio
turns “ON”, it will play for 30 minutes (without pressing the SNOOZE/LIGHT
button).
• After the radio sounds you may also press ALARM ON / OFF button to stop
it immediately. It will reset itself for the following day.
SELECT
SELECT
SELECT
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ALARM CLOCK SETTING

ALARM TO CD
• At the desired wake up time the CD will begin to play. It starts softly and
gradually becomes louder.
• It will playback for 30 minutes (or up to end of the disc, depends on which
one comes first) and then shuts off and resets itself for the following day.
• You may press the SNOOZE/LIGHT button to activate the snooze function.
The CD stops for the snooze time and then turns “ON” again.
This manual snooze operation may be repeated a total 3 times.
• During the CD playback you may also press ALARM ON / OFF button to
stop it immediately. It will reset itself for the following day.
You can use the Sleep Timer to shut the system off automatically while you fall
asleep to the radio or the CD player.
1. Press “POWER” button to turn on the unit.
2. Load the desired CD in the player or tune to a desired radio station.
3. Press SLEEP button 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 times to select 15, 30, 45, 60, 90 or
120 minutes of Sleep Timer operation.
The unit will play for amount of time you selected and then shut “OFF”
automatically.
If a desired radio station has been tuned or the desired CD is loaded in the
player and the unit is in power “OFF” mode, you can just simply press the
SLEEP button to activate the Sleep Timer of the unit.
4. To shut the unit “OFF” sooner press the “POWER” button at any time.
NOTE:
If you set sleeping time longer than the CD's playback time, the unit will
only continue until the end of the disc and then shuts “OFF” automatically.
For example, if your disc is only 30 minutes long and 45 minutes of sleep
time selected, the unit will shut off approximately 30 seconds after the disc
ends.
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MADE IN CHINA
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EQ
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HOLD
PHONES

PORTABLE CD PLAYER:
1. PLAY/PAUSE — to playback / to pause / resume CD playback / turn on CD
playback
2. STOP — to stop CD playback
3. / — CD searching
4. P-MODE — CD play mode setting
5. PGM — enter CD program mode
6. DIR — select MP3/WMA directory
7. EQ — select the EQ mode
8. VOLUME — adjust volume level up or down
9. OPEN — open the CD door
10. HOLD — to lock the player keys
11. PHONES JACK — connect a wired remote control and headphones
12. DC JACK — connect to the DC adaptor (4.5V)(Not included)
13. BATTERY COMPARTMENT
WIRED REMOTE CONTROL:
14. PLAY/PAUSE — to playback / to pause / resume CD playback / turn on CD
playback
15. STOP — to stop CD playback
16. / — CD searching
17. P-MODE — CD play mode setting
18. PGM — enter CD program mode
19. DIR — select MP3/WMA directory
20. EQ — select the EQ mode
21. VOLUME — adjust volume level up or down
22. HOLD — to lock the wired remote keys
23. PHONES JACK — connect the headphones
24. WIRED REMOTE PLUG — plug to the CD player headphone jack
25. CLIP
26. HEADPHONES
Installation:
1. Connect the headphones to the wired remote control.
2. Connect the wired remote plug to the CD player
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Using on the batteries
1. Open the battery compartment lid.
2. Insert two AA batteries (not included)by matching the polarity to the diagram
in the battery compartment.
3. Close the lid
NOTE:
Be sure to remove the AC/DC adaptor when using the batteries.
Using on the AC/DC adaptor (not included)
1.Connect the AC/DC adaptor to the DC 4.5V jack and AC outlet.
NOTES:
• Disconnect the AC/DC adaptor from AC outlet after use.
• Turn off the power of the CD player before you connect and disconnect the
AC/DC adaptor.
• Do not mix new batteries with old ones.
• When the batteries are not to be used for a long time, remove them.
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LOADING A DISC
1.Open the CD door and press CD onto spindle.
2.Close the CD door to start CD playback.
PLAYBACK CD
1.Press PLAY/PAUSE button to start playback.
2.Adjust the sound level using VOLUME button.
PLAY MODE
For CD disc:
1. Repeat Playback:
Press P-MODE button once. “ ” will appear for repeat playback of one
track.
Press P-MODE button twice, “ ” will appear for repeat playback of the
whole disc.
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2. Intro Play, playback the 1 10 seconds of each track of the disc:
Press P-MODE button three times, then “INTRO” is displayed.
Press “PLAY/PAUSE” button then starts INTRO playback mode.
3. Random Play:
Press PLAY/PAUSE button then the track number is selected at random
and starts playback.
PAUSE / STOP / TURN OFF THE DISC
1. Press PLAY/PAUSE button to pause / resume CD playback.
2. Press STOP button to stop CD playback.
3. Press STOP button again to turn off the unit.
SKIP / SEARCH FUNCTION
1. Press or button to skip to desired CD track.
2. Press and hold or button for backward or forward search.
3. For MP3/WMA disc only, press DIR button to select the directory.
Press P-MODE button four times, then “SHUF” is displayed.
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LISTENING TO CD / MP3 / WMA – PORTABLE CD PLAYER

For MP3 / WMA disc:
1. Repeat Playback:
Press P-MODE button once. “ ” will appear for repeat playback of one
track.
Press P-MODE button three times, “ ” will appear for repeat playback of
the whole disc.
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2. Intro Play, playback the 1 10 seconds of each track of the disc:
Press P-MODE button four times, then “INTRO” is displayed.
Press “PLAY/PAUSE” button then starts INTRO playback mode.
3. Random Play:
Press PLAY/PAUSE button then the track number is selected at random and
starts playback.
PROGRAM PLAYBACK
This feature allows you to program tracks that you would like to hear (up to total
30 tracks for each disc).
1. When CD playback stops, press PGM button once. “PGM” and “000”
(track number) indicators on display flash.
2. Press or button to select track number (for MP3/WMA disc, press
DIR button to select directory, if necessary).
3. When desired track number displayed, press PGM button to register. Track
number “000” indicator flashes on display again.
4. Repeat step2 & 3 until all desired (or up to 30) tracks have been entered.
5. Press PLAY/PAUSE button. PGM indicator stops flashing and CD starts
program playback.
NOTE: If you press the and button during programmed playback, the unit
will skip forward to the next track in the program, not necessary the next track on
the disc.
1. PGM repeat 1track:
During PGM playback, press P-MODE button once.
Unit will repeatedly playback current PGM tracks, “PGM” & “ ” indicators
displayed.
2. Repeat playback ALL programmed track(s):
During PGM playback, press P-MODE button twice.
Unit will repeatedly playback all programmed tracks, “PGM” & “ ”
indicators displayed.
3. Playback INTRO of programmed track(s):
During PGM playback, press P-MODE button 3 times, “INTRO” indicator
flashes.
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Press PLAY/PAUSE button playback the 1 10 seconds of each
programmed track, “PGM” & “INTRO” indicators displayed.
To cancel Playback / all Repeat modes at any time simply press the STOP
button.
Press P-MODE button twice, “ ” will appear for repeat playback of
whole directory.
Press P-MODE button five times, then “SHUF” is displayed.
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