Emerson ES3 User manual

HOMEAUDIOSYSTEM
withVERTICALCD PLAYER,
DIGITALTUNER,
and POWERED SUBWOOFER
ES3
OWNER'SMANUAL
Visitourweb siteatwww.emersonradio.com
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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
groundingprong.Thewidebladeorthethirdprongareprovidedforyour 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.
!
CAUTION
RISK OFELECTRICSHOCK
DONOTOPEN
The lightning flashwitharrow-
head symbol,withinan equi-
lateraltriangleisintented to
alertthe usertothe presence
ofuninsulated‘dangerousvoltage’
withinthe product’s enclosure
thatmaybe ofsufficient
magnitude toconstitutearisk
ofelectricshock topersons.
The exclamation pointwithin
an equilateraltriangleisin-
tended toalertthe userto
the presenceofimportant
operating and maintenance
(servicing)instructionsin
the literatureaccompany-
ing the appliance.
WARNING:TOREDUCETHE
RISK OFELECTRICSHOCK
DONOTREMOVE COVER
(ORBACK),NOUSER
SERVICEABLEPARTSINSIDE
REFERSERVICINGTO
QUALIFIEDSERVICE
PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
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BEFOREWEBEGIN
Thankyou forpurchasing thisEmerson audioproduct. The Emerson brand isyour
assuranceofquality,performanceand value.
Ourengineershaveincluded manyusefuland convenientfeaturesinthisproduct.
Pleasebe suretoread thisOwner’s Manualcompletelytomakesureyou are
getting the maximumbenefitfromeachfeature.
Thisproductwasmanufacturedusingthehighestqualitycomponentsand standards
ofworkmanship.It wastested byEmerson inspectorsand found tobe inperfect
working orderbeforeitleft ourfactory.However,thereisalways the chancethat
someproblemmayoccurbecauseofrough handling during shipmenttothe retail
storeortothe finalconsumer.
If, afterreading thisManual,you experienceanyproblemswiththe operation of
thisproduct, pleaserefertothe instructionsforobtaining serviceatthe end ofthis
Manual.Emerson and Emerson retailersarecommitted toyoursatisfaction.
Onceagain,thanks forpurchasing thisEmerson audioproduct.
For future reference, record the serial number in the space provided.
Model No: ES3
Serial No:
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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.If thisequipmentdoescauseharmfulinterferencetoradioortelevision
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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PREPARATIONFORUSE
UNPACKING AND SET UP
• This system consists of the following components:
1.) Tuner/Amp/CD Player (main unit),
2.) 2 Sound Cylinder Speakers,
3.) Powered Subwoofer unit, subwoofer connection cable, and Remote
Control.
Carefully remove all the components from the display carton and verify that
you have all the necessary components before you dispose of the display
carton.
• Remove all packing materials from the individual components. Remove any
descriptive labels that may be attached to the front panel of the main unit. Do
not remove any labels or stickers on the back panels of the main unit or the
speakers.
• Remove any small strips of tape that may have been used to prevent the CD
door from opening in transit.
• Place all the components in the desired location. This system is designed to
be used on level, stable, flat surface such as a table, desk, shelf, or stand,
convenient to an AC outlet, out of direct sunlight, and away from sources of
excess heat, dust, moisture, or vibration.
• Unwind the AC power cords on the main unit and the subwoofer and extend
the cords to their full length.
• Unwind the lead wire FM antenna on the back of the main unit and extend it to
its full length.
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• The main unit is shipped with a “dummy CD” display card in the CD player.
This “dummy CD” card must be removed before you can use the CD player.
Refer to the “PLAYING COMPACT DISCS” instructions on Page 25.
• The main unit has a sliding stabilizer tab on the bottom panel. Slide this tab as
far back as it will go to provided added stability to the main unit. See following
illustrations.
STABILIZER TAB
STABILIZER TAB
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POWER SOURCE
The main unit and subwoofer of this system are designed to operate on 120VAC
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 unitshavepolarizedACplugswithone wide blade and one narrowblade.The
plugswill onlyfitintomatching polarized ACoutlets.Thisisasafetyfeatureto
reducethe possibilityofelectricshock.If the plugswill notfitinyourACoutlets,
you probablyhaveoutdated non-polarized outlets.You shouldhaveyouroutdated
outletchanged byaqualified,licensed electrician.Donotfilethe wide blade on the
plugs,orusean adaptertomakethe plugsfitintoyouroutlets.Thisdefeatsthe
safetyfeatureand couldexposeyou toelectricshock.
AC Plug
AC Outlet
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SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
Sound Cylinder Speakers
Connect the two Sound Cylinder speakers to the “L” and “R” speaker jacks on the
back of the main unit. Make sure that the speaker plugs are fully inserted into the
speaker jacks. If the plugs are loose the connection may be intermittent.
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Subwoofer
1.) Connect one end of the black subwoofer speaker cable to the input jack on
the back of the subwoofer, and connect the other end of the cable to the
subwoofer output jack on the back of the main unit.
2.) Set the Subwoofer Main Power switch, located on the back of the subwoofer,
to the ‘ON’ position.
Note: The Subwoofer Main Power switch should be left in the ‘ON” position at all
times. The only time you should set this switch back to the ‘OFF’ position is if you
will not be using the system for an extended period of time – for example, two
weeks or longer.
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POSITIONING THE SPEAKERS
For the most pleasing sound effects you should place the subwoofer speaker
approximately mid-way between the two Sound Cylinder speakers. The Sound
Cylinder speakers can be positioned close to the main unit or as far away as the
speaker cables will allow.
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AUXILIARY SOURCE CONNECTIONS
You can listen to the sound from external audio sources through the speakers of
this system. Connect theAux/Line/Audio Output Jacks of the external audio source
to theAux/Line Input Jacks on the back panel of this system.
Note: Connection cables are not included.
Examples of audio sources that can be connected to this system are: Cassette
Player, MiniDisc Player, the sound from your TV, VCR, DVD player, etc.
Instructions for listening to external audio sources will be found later in this manual.
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BATTERYPRECAUTIONS
Followtheseprecautionswhen using batteriesinthisdevice:
1.Useonlythe sizeand type ofbatteriesspecified.
2.Besuretofollowthe correctpolaritywhen installing the batteriesasindicated inthe battery
compartment. Reversed batteriesmaycausedamage tothe device.
3.Donotmixdifferenttypesofbatteriestogether(e.g.Alkaline and Carbon-Zinc)oroldbatteries
withfreshones.
4. If the deviceisnottobe used foralong period oftime,removethe batteriestoprevent
damage orinjuryfrompossiblebatteryleakage.
5.Donottrytorecharge batteriesnotintendedtobe recharged;theycan overheatand rupture.
(Followbatterymanufacturer’s directions.)
INSTALLING THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES
1.) Press down on the locking tab and remove the battery door.
2.) Insert two “AAA” batteries (not included) in the compartment. Follow the polarity
markings engraved inside the compartment. If the batteries are inserted
incorrectly the remote control will not work.
3.) Replace the battery door.
Notes: Use a well-known brand of alkaline batteries for longest life and best
performance. When the remote operation becomes intermittent replace both
batteries at the same time. Do not mix different types of batteries, such as alkaline
and carbon zinc batteries.
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INSTALLING THE CLOCK AND TUNER MEMORY BACK UP
BATTERIES
This system includes a battery back up circuit for the clock and preset tuner
memories. The clock and tuner preset memory battery back up compartment is
located on the back panel of the main unit.
1.) Press upward on the locking tab and remove the battery door.
2.) Insert two “AAA” batteries (not included) in the compartment. Follow the polarity
markings engraved inside the compartment. If the batteries are inserted
incorrectly the back up circuit will not maintain the time and memory settings.
3.) Replace the battery door.
Notes: Use a well-known brand of alkaline batteries for longest life and best
performance. It is recommended to change the back up batteries every 12 months.
Change both batteries at the same time and do not mix different types of batteries.
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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LOCATIONOFCONTROLSAND INDICATORS
TOPPANEL
FRONTPANEL
BACK PANEL
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1.) LINE (AUX) Button – Press to select AUX mode.
2.) FM ST/MONO Button – Press to switch between FM MONO and STEREO
modes.
3.) TUNER/BAND Button – Press to select TUNER mode. Press again to switch
betweenAM and FM bands.
4.) CD Button - Press to select CD mode.
5.) PLAY/PAUSE Button – Press to start CD playback. Press again to pause
playback.
6.) STOP Button – Press to stop CD playback.
7.) SKIP/SEARCH / Buttons.
• In CD mode, press to skip/search for a certain track backward or forward
• In TUNER mode, press to tune down or up to find a station.
• While setting clock or timer, press to adjust the time display.
8.) OPEN/CLOSE Button – Press to open or close CD door.
9.) TIMER Button – Press to turn preset Timer ‘On’ or ‘Off’.
10.) MODE Button – Press to display CD remain playing time, Clock, Timer-On or
Timer-Off setting.
11.) Multifunction LCD Display.
12.) BASS BOOST Button – Press to turn Bass Boost ‘On’ or ‘Off’.
13.) MUTE Button – Press to activate or cancel MUTE function.
14.) VOLUME UP Button - Press to adjust volume upward.
15.) VOLUME DOWN Button - Press to adjust volume downward.
16.) POWER Button - Press to turn Power ‘On’ or ‘Off’.
17.) Power STANDBY LED Indicator.
18.) SLEEP Button – Press to set Sleep time.
19.) CD Door.
20.) PRESET/REPEAT Button.
• In CD mode, press to activate Repeat playback.
• In TUNER mode, press to search through Preset stations.
21.) MEMORY/CLOCK-SET Button – Press to set CD or Radio memory, to set
Clock, or Timer.
22.) Remote Control Sensor – Receives signal from the remote control.
23.) Backup Battery Compartment.
24.) FM WireAntenna.
25.) AC Power Cord.
26.) LINE/AUX INPUT Jacks.
27.) SUBWOOFER Out Jack.
28.) SPEAKER Jacks.
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1.) POWER ON/OFF Switch.
2.) SUBWOOFER IN Jack.
3.) AC Power Cord.
4.) BASS VOLUME Rotary Control.
5.) Power STANDBY LED Indicator.
6.) POWER On/Off Button.
SUBWOOFER
6
5
4
1
3
2
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REMOTECONTROL
1.) VOL (Volume) Button – Press to increase volume.
2.) TUNER/BAND Button – Press to switch to Tuner mode or to select band (FM
or AM).
3.) SKIP/SEARCH Forward Button.
• In CD mode, press to skip or search forward.
•In TUNER mode, press to tune upward.
• While setting clock or timer, press to adjust the time display.
4.) STOP Button – Press to stop CD playback.
5.) VOL (Volume) Button – Press to reduce volume.
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6.) PRESET/REPEAT Button.
• In CD mode, press to activate Repeat playback.
• In TUNER mode, press to search through preset stations.
7.) STEREO/MONO Button – Press to switch between FM Mono and Stereo
modes.
8.) MODE Button – Press to display CD remain playing time, Clock, Timer-On or
Timer-Off setting.
9.) OPEN/CLOSE Button – Press to open or close CD door.
10.) LINE (AUX) Button – Press to select LINE function.
11.) BASS BOOST Button – Press to turn Bass Boost ‘On’ or ‘Off’.
12.) MEMORY/C-SET Button – Press to set CD or Radio memory, to set Clock,
or Timer.
13.) INTRO Button – Press to play the first ten seconds of music of each track in
CD mode.
14.) RANDOM Button – Press to start Random playback.
15.) PLAY/PAUSE Button – Press to start play or to pause temporarily in CD
mode.
16.) SKIP/SEARCH Backward Button.
• In CD mode, press to skip or search backward.
• In TUNER mode, press to tune downward.
• While setting clock or timer, press to adjust the time display.
17.) CD Button – Press to select CD function.
18.) POWER/STANDBY Button – Press to turn power ‘On’ or ‘Off’.
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1.)TIMERON/OFF Indicators.
2.)SLEEP Indicator.
3.)STEREOIndicator.
4.)RANDOMIndicator.
5.)REPEATIndicator.
6.)INTROIndicator.
7.)LINE(AUX)Indicator.
8.)D-BASS (BASS BOOST)Indicator.
9.)CH (CHANNEL)Indicator.
10.)TRACKIndicator.
11.)Track/ChannelNumberIndicator.
12.)MHzIndicator.
13.)KHzIndicator.
14.)RadioFrequency/Elapsed TimeDisplay.
15.)REMAINIndicator.
16.)MEMORYIndicator.
17.)AMIndicator.
18.)FMIndicator.
MULTIFUNCTIONLCD DISPLAY
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OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
• Make sure the Subwoofer and Sound Cylinder Speakers are properly
connected to the main unit.
• Make sure that the Main POWER switch on the back of the Subwoofer is
‘ON’.
• Make sure that the POWER button on the front panel of the Subwoofer is
‘On’. STANDBY LED indicator is ‘Off’.
• Make sure that you have installed the batteries in the remote control,
and the back up batteries in the clock and tuner preset memory battery
compartment.
• Make sure the AC power cords from both the Main Unit and Subwoofer
are properly connected to 120V 60Hz household AC power outlets.
SETTING THE CLOCK
When the main unit is connected to the AC outlet for
the first time the STANDBY LED indicator on the front
panel glows green and “AM 12:00” flashes on the
display. This flashing “12:00” is your indication that
the time display is incorrect and needs to be reset.
Note: Do not turn the main unit power ‘On’. The clock can only be set while the
main unit power is ‘Off’.
1.) Press the MEMORY/CLOCK SET button on the
front panel or the remote control. Just the Hour
digits will continue flashing.
2.) Press the TUNING/SKIP-SEARCH UP or DOWN buttons on the top
panel of the main unit or on the remote control to set the display to the correct
hour, AM or PM.
3.) Press the MEMORY/CLOCK SET button again.
The Minute digits will begin flashing.
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