Emerson MS3108 User manual

OWNER'SMANUAL
MS3108
Visitourweb siteatwww.emersonradio.com
HomeAudioSystem
with3CD Changer
and DigitalAM/FMReceiver
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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. Keep these instructions. Follow all instructions. Heed all warnings.
2.) Do not use this apparatus near water.
3.) Clean only with dry cloth.
4.) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
5.) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
6.) 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.
7.) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
8.) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
9.) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
10.) 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.
11.) 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.
12.) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13.) Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated.
14.) Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer.
15.) The product may be mounted to a wall only if recommended by the manufacturer.
16.) 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-
lateraltriangleisintended 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
The Caution Marking maybe located at the bottom enclosure of the apparatus.
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Thank you for purchasing this Home Audio System with 3-CD Changer
and programmable CD-R/RW Player from Emerson. This system includes
an AM/FM digital tuner with 20 preset station memories, a digital clock, a
full-function remote control, and a pair of matching speakers.
Please review this manual completely and carefully to make sure that you
are getting the maximum benefit from all features we have included in this
system. If after reading this manual you experience any problems with the
set-up or operation of this system, please do not return it to the retail store.
Please call the Emerson Customer Service Hotline, toll free, at:
1-800-898-9020.
One of our customer service technicians will try to solve your problem for
you. If that is not possible you will be advised of the proper procedure to
obtain service for your system or to obtain a replacement system. The
Customer Service Hotline hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Central Time,
Monday through Friday.
The serial number of your system can be found on a label on the back
panel of the main unit. Please take a moment to locate the serial number
and write the number in the space provided on the warranty page of this
manual. You may be asked for the serial number when calling to request
customer service
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•Operatecontrolsand switchesas
described inthe manual.
•Beforeturning on the power,make
certainthatthe powercordisproperly
installed.
•When moving the set, be suretofirst
disconnectthepowercordandremove
cordsconnected tootherequipment.
•Avoidinstalling thisunitinplaces
exposed todirectsunlightorcloseto
heatradiating appliancessuchas
electricheaters,on top ofotherstereo
equipmentthatradiatestoo much
heat,placeslackingventilationordusty
areas,placessubjecttoconstant
vibration and/orhumidormoistareas.
FCC Information
Thisequipmenthasbeen tested and found tocomplywiththe limitsforaclass B
digitalDevice,pursuanttopart15 ofthe FCC Rules.Theselimitsaredesigned to
provide reasonableprotection againstharmfulinterferenceinaresidential
installation.Thisequipmentgenerates,uses,andcanradiateradiofrequencyenergy
and,ifnotinstalledand usedinaccordancewiththeinstructions,maycauseharmful
interferencetoradiocommunications.However,thereisno guarantee that
interferencewill notoccurinaparticularinstallation.If thisequipmentdoescause
harmfulinterferencetoradioortelevision reception,whichcan be determined by
turning the equipmentoff and on,the userisencouraged totrytocorrectthe
interferencebyone ormoreofthe following measures:
•Reorientorrelocatethe receiving antenna.
•Increasethe separation between the equipmentand receiver.
•Connectthe equipmentintoan outleton acircuitdifferentfromthattowhichthe
receiverisconnected.
•Consultthe dealeroran experienced radio/TVtechnician forhelp.
Thisdevicecomplieswithpart15 ofthe FCC Rules.Operation issubjecttothe
following twoconditions:
(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,and
(2)Thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,including interference
thatmaycauseundesired operation.
CLASS 1LASERPRODUCT
ThisproductcontainsalowpowerLaserDevice.
CAUTION
INVISIBLELASERRADIATION
WHENOPENANDINTERLOCKS
DEFEATED.
AVOIDEXPOSURETOBEAM
CLASS 1LASERPRODUCT
APPAREILÁLASERDECLASSE 1
PRODUCTOLASERDECLASE 1
IMPORTANTNOTES
Changesormodificationsnotexpresslyapproved bythe partyresponsiblefor
compliancecouldvoidthe user’s authoritytooperatethe equipment.
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PREPARATIONFORUSE
Unpacking and Set Up
• This carton contains the main unit, two speakers, the pedestal stand, and the
remote control handset. Carefully remove all the components from the carton
and remove all packing materials form the components. Make sure nothing is
accidentally discarded with the packing materials.
• Save the carton and packing materials, if possible, in the unlikely event that
this unit ever needs to be returned for service. Using the original carton and
packing material is the only way to properly protect the unit from shipping
damage.
• Remove any descriptive stickers or labels from the front panel of the main unit.
Do not remove any labels or stickers that may be affixed to the back panel of
the main unit or the speakers.
• Unwind the AC power cord on the back of the main unit and extend it to its full
length.
• Unwind the FM lead wire antenna on the back of the main unit and extend it to
its full length.
• Unwind the speaker cables on the backs of the speakers and extend them to
their full length.
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Attaching The Pedestal Stand
1.)Placethe mainunitfacedownon aflatsurfaceas
shown.
2.)Position the pedestalbasesothatthe 4
guide hooks on the baseslide intothe 4
slotson the back ofthe mainunit.
3.) Turn the pedestal base locking
screw ‘clockwise’ to secure.
4.) Return the main unit and the pedestal base to
the upright position.
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If you everneed toremovethe mainunitfromthe pedestal:
1.)Placethe entireunitfacedownon aflatsurface.
2.) Turn the pedestal base locking
screw ‘counter-clockwise’ to
loosen.
3.)Slide the pedestaloutwardand lift it
up tocompletelyremoveitfromthe
mainunit.
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Installing The Remote Control Batteries
The remote control requires two “AAA” batteries, not included. We recommend
that you use a well known brand of alkaline batteries for longest life and best
performance.
Open the remote control battery compartment by sliding the battery compartment
cover in the direction of the ‘arrow’.
Install two “AAA” batteries in the compartment according to the polarity markings
inside the compartment as shown in the illustration. If the batteries are installed
incorrectly the remote control will not work.After installing the batteries replace the
battery compartment cover.
NOTE: When the operation of the remote control becomes intermittent or stops
working completely replace the batteries as soon as possible. Never leave
weak or exhausted batteries in the remote for an extended period of time.
They may eventually leak and cause permanent damage to the remote control.
BatteryPrecautions
•Replacementofbatteriesmustbe done byan adult.
•Donotmixoldand newbatteries.
•Donotmixalkaline,standard(carbon-zinc)orrechargeable(nickel-cadmium)
batteries.
•The supplyterminalsarenottobe short-circuited.
•Non-rechargeablebatteriesarenottobe recharged.
•Exhausted batteriesaretobe removed.
•Onlybatteriesofthe equivalenttype aretobe used.
•Batteriesaretobe inserted withthe correctpolarity.
•Disposeofbatteriesproperly.Donotdisposeofbatteriesinfire.The batteries
mayexplode orleak.
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Connecting The Speakers
NOTE: Always connect the speakers before switching the power ‘On’,
and never operate the system without the speakers properly connected.
Make sure:
The left speaker is connected the left-pair (L) terminals.
The right speaker is connected the right-pair (R) terminals.
The speaker cables and the speaker terminals are color-coded.
Connect the Red wires to the Red terminals.
Connect the Black wires to the Black terminals.
If the wires are connected incorrectly the sound will be “muddy” or distorted.
Tomake the connection, completely depressthe plastic levers to openthe terminals,
insert the bare end of the speaker wire into the terminal openings, and release the
plastic levers to lock the wires in place.
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+
(Red Color)
(Black Color)
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Auxiliary Input Jacks
This system includesAUX IN R/L Jacks. These jacks allow you to connect external
audio equipment to this system and listen to the sound from the external equipment
through the speakers of this system.
Examples of the types of external equipment that may be connected are: a cassette
deck; the audio outputs from a VCR or DVD player; a personal cassette player,
MP3 player, or a personal hard-disc audio jukebox device such as an iPod®.
Connect the audio output jack(s) or headphone jack of the external audio equipment
to the AUX IN R/L jacks on the back panel of this system.
CONNECTION CABLES ARE INCLUDED.
You may leave your external device permanently connected to this system if you
wish. It is not necessary to disconnect the external device in order to listen to the
Tuner or CD player in this system.
Instructions for listening to your external device will be found at the end of this
Owner’s Manual.
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Always refer to the Instructions Manual of the external equipment.
LINE OUT L/R Output Jacks
This system includes L/R LINE OUT output jacks for the connection to your
recording equipment (eg. MiniDisc or Cassette Recorder).
Connect the L/R LINE OUT jacks of this system to the L/R Record Input (REC IN)
or Line Input (LINE IN) jacks of your external recording device.
CONNECTION CABLESARE NOT INCLUDED.
NOTE: the remote controller of this system cannot control the external
equipment. You must adjust the volume level of the external equipment as
desired.
REC IN or LINE IN
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AC Plug
AC Outlet
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 polarized ACoutlets.
Thisisasafetyfeaturetoreducethe
possibilityofelectricshock.If the plug
will notfitinyourACoutlets,you probably
haveoutdated non-polarized outlet. You
shouldhaveyouroutdated outlet
changed byaqualified,licensed
electrician.Donotfilethe wide blade on
the plug,orusean adaptertomakethe
plug fitintoyouroutlet. Thisdefeatsthe
safetyfeatureand couldexposeyou to
electricshock.
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.
Although the main unit is 9.75” high with the CD door closed, 12” of clearance is
required for the CD door to open fully. If you are using this unit on a bookshelf
make sure there is a gap of at least 12” between the shelves. If the CD door
encounters an obstruction while opening it will close again automatically.
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Stereo Headphone Jack
This system includes a stereo PHONES jack on the top panel of the main unit.
You may connect a set of stereo headphones, not included, to this jack for private
listening without disturbing others.
The main speakers are automatically shut off when headphones are connected to
the PHONES jack.Make sure that the plugfrom your headphones is fullyinserted
intotheheadphone jack. If the plug is not fully inserted thesound maybeintermittent,
or you may only hear sound from one side of the headphones.
IMPORTANT: To prevent hearing damage always set the volume control to a
low level before you connect the headphones. Then connect the headphones,
put them on, and very gradually increase the volume to a comfortable listening
level. Remember that CDs may contain both very soft and very loud passages.
Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using a louder passage, so that you
always know what the maximum level will be.
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
FrontPanel
Top Panel
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1.)MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. Button.
2.)SLEEP/TIMER Button.
3.)CD Door OPEN/CLOSE Button.
4.)CD Door.
5.)Disc 1Tray.
6.)Disc 2Tray.
7.)Disc 3Tray.
8.) STANDBY Button With Lighting.
9.)RANDOM/PRESET Button.
10.) REPEAT/PRESET Button.
11.) FUNCTION Button.
12.) Pedestal Stand.
13.) SKIP FWD./SEARCH (TUNE + ) Button.
14.) SKIP REV./SEARCH (TUNE – ) Button.
15.) Stop Button.
16.) Play/Pause Button.
17.) MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAY.
18.) VOLUME / Buttons.
19.) Remote SENSOR.
20.) CD 1 Play Button.
21.) CD 2 Play Button.
22.) CD 3 Play Button.
23.) FM Lead Wire Antenna.
24.) LINE OUT R/L Jacks.
25.) AUX IN R/L Jacks.
26.) Speaker Terminals.
27.) AC Power Cord.
28.) RESET Button (Inside Pin Hole).
29.) PHONES Jack.
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RemoteControl
1.) CD3 Button.
2.) CD2 Button.
3.) CD1 Button.
4.) Numeric Buttons.
5.) REPEAT/PRESET Button.
6.) EQ Button.
7.) SKIP REV./Search
(TUNE – ) Button.
8.) STOP/BAND Button.
9.) CD/DISC SKIP Button.
10.) TUNER Button.
11.) CD Door OPEN/CLOSE Button.
12.) IR (Infrared) Transmitter.
13.) POWER Button.
14.) AUX Button.
15.) PLAY/PAUSE Button.
16.) VOLUME Button.
17.) VOLUME Button.
18.) SKIP FWD./Search
(TUNE + ) Button.
19.) MUTE Button.
20.) RANDOM/PRESET Button.
21.) TIMER/SLEEP Button.
22.) MEM./CLK.ADJ. Button.
23.) Battery Compartment.
(Back Cabinet)
BRAND
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OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
• Make sure that you have fully extended the FM antenna wire.
• Make sure that you have installed 2 “AAA” batteries in the remote
control.
• Make sure that the system is connected to an AC outlet that is always
“live”. Do not connect the system to an AC outlet controlled by a wall
switch.
Remove The Dummy CD Transit Protection Cards
This system was shipped with a “dummy CD” transit protection card in each of the
3 CD players. These cards were inserted to prevent the CD player mechanisms
from moving during shipping and handling. They must be removed and discarded
before you can load your own CDs.After connecting the system to yourAC outlet,
press the STANDBY (POWER) button to turn the system ‘On’. Then press the
OPEN/CLOSE button to open the CD door. Remove the 3 “dummy CDs” and
discard them.
Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to close the CD door.
General Controls
Most of the main functions of this system can be operated by the controls on the
front panel of the main unit, or by the buttons on the remote control handset. If a
specific function can only be operated by the remote handset, or by the front panel
controls, this will be clearly indicated in the instructions.
When operating this system with the remote control handset make sure that the
Infrared transmitter on the front of the remote handset is pointed at the remote
sensor on the front panel of the main unit. The effective operating range of the
remote control is approximately 15 feet. Please note that bright sunlight or room
lighting may interfere with the remote control operation. If the remote is not operating
properly try reducing the brightness of the room or moving closer to the main unit.
If this does not solve the problem, it may be time to change the remote control
batteries.
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Volume Controls
To increase or decrease the system volume press the VOLUME or buttons
on the front panel or the remote control.
The VOLUME Level Indicator will appear on
the display when you change the volume
level. The level indicator ranges from “00”
(Minimum) to “30” (Maximum).
The system remembers the volume level when the power is switched ‘Off’ and
automatically returns to the same level when the power is switched ‘On’ again.
Electronic Preset Equalizer “EQ” (On Remote Control Only)
The preset equalizer allows you to adjust the sound characteristic for the most
popular types of music.
Press the EQ button on the the remote control to cycle through the following
equalizer settings: FLAT (EQ ‘Off’), POP, CLASSIC, ROCK.
The appropriate EQ indicator appears in the display to confirm your selection. The
system remembers the EQ setting when the power is switched ‘off’ and returns to
the same setting when the power is switched ‘on’ again.
MUTE Button (On Remote Control Only)
Press the MUTE button on the remote control to shut off the speakers temporarily,
for example, to answer the telephone.
The sound stops and the MUTE indicator
flashes in the display.
Press the MUTE button again to cancel the Mute function and restore the sound.
The MUTE indicator disappears.
The Mute function will also be canceled automatically by pressing the
VOLUME or buttons.
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Setting The Clock
When the system is connected to anAC outlet the STANDBY button light comes
‘On’.
The time display will show a flashing
“AM 12:00”.
This is your indication that the time is incorrect and needs to be set.
NOTE: Although it is not necessary to set the clock in order to listen to the
radio or CD player, the clock must be set correctly if you intend to use the
timer to turn the system ‘On’ and ‘Off’ automatically.
Donot pressthe STANDBY (POWER) button.Thesystem must beintheStandby
mode to set the clock.
You have the option of displaying the time in 12-Hour or 24-Hour modes.
12-Hour Mode - The time is displayed in 12-hour cycles with AM /PM indicators.
This is the factory default setting.
24-Hour Mode - The time is displayed in 24-hour cycles with noAM / PM indicators.
This is sometimes referred to as “Military Time”.
For example, “PM 6:00” would be displayed as “18:00”.
1.) Depress the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. button, “12Hr” flashes in the display.
Then press either the or buttons to alternatively to switch between
the 12-hour and 24-hour display modes.
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2.) Press the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ.
button again. The Hour digits begin
flashing.
3.) Press the or buttons to set the
display to the correct hour.
Be sure to observe theAM/PM indicators
to make sure you are setting the Hour
correctly.
4.) Press the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ.
button again. The Minute digits begin
flashing.
5.) Press the or buttons to set the
display to the correct Minute.
6.) Press the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. once
more.
The display stops flashing and the clock
begins to run.
NOTES:
• After pressing the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. button to begin setting the clock,
you must press the or buttons to adjust the display within 10 seconds,
otherwise the digits stop flashing and the time cannot be adjusted. If this
occurs, press the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. button again and then press the
or buttons within 10 seconds to adjust the display.
• The display will always show the time when the system is in the Standby
(Power Off) or AUX mode.
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