Etec EFL240 User manual

Portable CD/Cassette Boombox
MODEL: EFL240
PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE
OPERATING THIS UNIT AND RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
For technical assistance or troubleshooting please
call 1-855-994-3832 or visit www.SIBrandssupport.com

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Table of Contents
Warnings ..................................................................... 3
Warnings/Safety ........................................................... 4
Overview.............................................................................. 5
Connect Power ............................................................... 9
AC Power ...................................................................................... 9
Battery Power.............................................................................. 9
Basic Functions ............................................................... 10
Turning the Unit On and Off.................................................. 10
Changing the Function Mode............................................... 10
Headphone Jack....................................................................... 11
Using the Radio................................................................ 11
Tuning to Radio Stations ......................................................... 11
Saving Stations to Preset Memory...................................... 12
Using the CD Player ..................................................... 12
About Compact Discs .............................................................. 12
Loading a Disc ............................................................................ 12
Playing a Disc ............................................................................ 13
Repeat Playback ....................................................................... 13
Programming a Playlist .......................................................... 14
Using the Cassette Player .......................................... 14
About the Cassette Keys...................................................... 14
Playing a Cassette Tape ....................................................... 14
Recording to Cassette Tapes ............................................... 15
Record Protection...................................................................... 16
Caring for the Cassette Mechanism ................................. 17
Using the AUX Input .................................................... 18
Specifications ................................................................... 19
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Warranty

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WARNINGS
•To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
•To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts are inside.Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.
•This appliance uses a Laser System. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not open the cabinet.
Visible and invisible laser radiation is present when the cabinet is open.Avoid direct exposure and do not stare
into the beam.
•Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct sunlight, fire, or other heat sources.
•Caution: Do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing liquids. Do not put objects filled with liquid, such
as vases on or nearthe appliance.
•Caution: To turn this appliance off completely, the POWER cord must be unplugged from the wall outlet. The
power cord must be easily accessible at all times.
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH
ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN
AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE,
IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE
USER TO THE PRESENCE OF
NON-INSULATED "DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE" WITHIN THE
PRODUCT'S ENCLOSURE THAT
MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT
MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE
A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
TO PERSONS.
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING:TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE THE FRONT OR
REAR COVER. NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
THE EXCLAMATION POINT
WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL
TRIANGLE ISINTENDED TO
ALERT THE USER TO THE
PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
(SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN
THE LITERATURE
ACCOMPANYING THE
APPLIANCE.

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FCC WARNINGS
WARNING: Changes or modificationstothis unit not expressly approved in this manual could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor 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 installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance withthe instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occurin a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged totry 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 receiveris connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 withthe 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 widerthan the other. Agrounding type plug hastwo blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade
and/or the third prong are 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) Use only withthe cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
withthe apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) 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.
S3125A

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Overview
POWER
BAND
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2
3
4
1 Handle Raise the handle to transport the
unit safely and easily.
2 CD compartment Load compact discs here. The
label side should face up.
3 CD door latch Press here to open/close the door
of the CD compartment [2].
Never open the compartment while
a CD is playing or spinning!
4 Speakers Full-range drivers deliver powerful
stereo sound.

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5 POWER
(Standby)
Press to turn the unit on. Press and
hold to turn the unit off.
6 CD: Press to Play, Pause, or resume
CD playback.
Radio: Press to automatically scan for
and save stations to preset memory.
7
BAND
CD: Stop CD playback.
Radio: Change the radio band (AM, FM).
8 PROG CD: Press to enter Program mode to
create a custom CD playlist.
Radio: Press to select a preset station.
Press and hold to save a preset station.
9 MODE Press to change the Play mode during
CD playback (repeat, repeat all, random).
10 FUNCTION Press to change the active source
mode (radio, CD, tape, AUX).
11 SKIP+ CD: Next/Forward key.
Radio: Tune/Scan Up key.
12 SKIP– CD: Previous/Reverse key.
Radio: Tune/Scan Down key.
13 VOL+ Press to increase the volume level.
14 VOL– Press to decrease the volume level.

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15 Pause. Press to pause tape playback
or recording. Depress the key again to
ewsume playback or recording.
16 Stop/Eject.Press to stop tape playback.
When playback isstopped, press to
open the cassette compartment [23].
17 Fast-forward. Press to fast forward
through the tape when playback is
stopped.
18 Rewind. Press to rewind the tape when
playback is stopped.
19 Play. Press play to start tape playback.
20 Record. Press down together with the
cassette PLAY key [19] to start recording.
21 LCD screen Displays player status information (e.g.,
active source mode, track numbers,
station frequency, etc.)
22 Power
indicator
Lights up red when the unit is on.
POWER
BAND
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AC~IN
PHONE AUX IN
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24
26
27
23
23 Cassette
compartment
Load cassette tapes for playback or
recording.
24 AUX Input
jack
Play audio from a device that is
connected to this 3.5mm input jack.
25 Headphone
output jack
Connection for headphones with a 3.5mm
plug. The speaker output is disabled when
headphones are in use.
26 AC power
socket
Connector for the included AC power
cable.
27 Battery
compartment
Load 8 “C” size batteries into the
compartment for portable power.

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Connect Power
The unit can be powered by AC household power,
or by batteries.
AC Power
This unit runs on AC 120 V power. Use the
included power cord to connect the AC power
socket [26] to a household wall outlet that provides
AC 120 V power.
Do not connect this unit to a power source
other than that which is indicated here and
on the rating label of the unit.
Please be sure the power outlet you plug
this unit into is working and receives
constant (unswitched) power.
Battery operation will be automatically
disabled when AC power is used.
Battery Power
Install 8 “C” size batteries to enjoy music wherever
you are.
1. Remove the lid from the battery compartment [27]
found on the bottom of the main unit.
2. Load eight “C” size batteries, taking care to
match the polarities marked on the inside of
the compartment.
It is time to change the batteries when
the sound output of the unit becomes
distorted or CD player operation appears
unstable. Replace all of the exhausted
batteries at the same time as soon as
possible to avoid battery leakage.
Make sure that the batteries are installed
with their poles in the proper orientation.
Improper installation may result in damage
to the unit and property and will void the
warranty.
Remove the batteries if they are exhausted
or will not be used for a long time.

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Batteries contain chemicals that may be
regulated by your local government.
Dispose of them properly according to
regulations.
Do not incinerate the batteries. The
batteries may explode or leak.
Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc)
or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
Basic Functions
To turn the unit on, press the POWER (Standby) key [5].
The power indicator [22] will light up.
To turn the unit off, press the POWER key [5] again.
Changing the Function Mode
While the boombox is on, press FUNCTION [10] to change
theactive source mode. The available modes are:
• RADIO: Listen to AM or FM radio broadcasts.
• CD: Play compact discs (CD-audio).
• TAPE: Play cassette tapes.
• AUX: Play audio from devices connected to the AUX
input jack.
Headphone Jack
Lower the volume on the boombox before connecting
headphones or earphones to the 3.5mm headphone
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output jack [25]. Once connected, press VOL+ or VOL–
13, 14] to slowly adjust the volume to a comfortable
level.
The speakers will be disabled when
headphones are connected.
Using headphones for prolonged periods or
at a high volume can damage your hearing
permanently.
Using the Radio
Listen to FM or AM radio broadcasts.
Press FUNCTION [8] to change the active source
mode to Radio. The FM or AM indicator will light
on the LCD screen and the station frequency will
be displayed.
Tuning to Radio Stations
• Press the /BAND button [7] to select the AM or FM
radio band.
• Tune to a station by pressing SKIP+ or SKIP– [11, 12].
The station frequency is shown on the LCD screen.
•
SKIP– [11, 12].
• To tune to a preset station, press PROG [8]. While
the current preset station number is shown on the
LCD screen (e.g., P01), press SKIP+ or SKIP–
[11, 12] to change the preset station.
The ST indicator on the LCD screen will light
when the tuner is locked in on an FM stereo
signal.
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Saving Stations to Preset Memory
Press [6] to automatically scan for stations and
save them to preset memory. This will overwrite
any previously saved stations.
To manually save a station to preset memory:
1. Tune to the station you want to save.
2. Hold PROG [8] until the LCD screen shows the
next available preset station number (e.g., P06).
3. Press SKIP+ or SKIP– [11, 12] to select preset
station number.
4. Press PROG [8] to save the station to the
selected preset station number.
Using the CD Player
Listen to CD and CD-R/RW discs.
Press FUNCTION [10] to change the active source mode
to CD. The CD indicator will light on the LCD screen.
About Compact Discs
This player is compatible with all digital audio CDs,
digital audio CD-Recordable discs (CD-R) and
CD-Rewritable discs (CD-RW) that have been finalized,
and CD-DA format digital audio CDs.
Only handle a CD by its edge. Avoid touching
the label or the playable side with your hands
or any other object.
Loading a Disc
1. Open the CD compartment [2]. Gently lift the CD
door latch [3] to open it.
2. Load a compatible disc. Place the CD into the
compartment [2] with its label facing up.

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3. Close the CD compartment [2]. Gently lower the door
to close it.
4. The player will attempt to read the disc once the
door is closed.
• The LCD screen [21] will show the number of
playable tracks on the disc.
• If the disc was loaded incorrectly, is incompatible
with the player, oris unreadable for some other
reason, thescreen will read “NO.”
To ensure good system performance, wait
until the player recognizes and reads the
disc before proceeding.
Playing a Disc
With a compatible disc in the CD compartment [2]:
• Press [6] to start playback.
• To pause playback, press [6] while a disc is
playing. Press [6] again to resume playback.
• To stop playback, press [7].
• To select a track to play:
• Press SKIP+ [11] to skip to the next track.
• Press SKIP– [12] to skip back to the previous
track.
• To scan through a track at high speed:
• Press and hold SKIP+ or SKIP– during playback
[11, 12]. Play will advance or reverse quickly
through the current track; release the key to
resume playback at normal speed.
Repeat Playback
You can change the order in which the tracks of a CD are
played. Press MODE [9] to change the playback mode.
Indicator Mode Description
REP Repeat The current track will play repeatedly
until play is stopped.
REP ALL Repeat all All tracks will play repeadtedly until
play is stopped.
RAND Random Tracks will play in random order
until play is stopped.

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To return to normal playback, press
MODE [9] until none of the mode
indicators appear on the LCD screen.
Programming a Playlist
When the CD is stopped, you can select up to 20
CD tracks to play in any order that you choose.
1. Press [7] to make sure that playback has stopped.
2. Press PROG [8]. The LCD screen [21] will display
3. Use the SKIP+ or SKIP– keys [11, 12] to
choose a track to enter into the playlist.
4. Press PROG [8] to save the track into the playlist.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until your playlist is complete.
Press [6] to start the playlist; play will start
6. Press [7] to stop the programmed playlist, then
press once more to delete the program and
return to normal playback.
Using the Cassette
Player
Listen to cassette tapes.
Press FUNCTION [10] to change the active source
mode to TAPE. The LCD screen [21] will display TAP.
About the Cassette Keys
The cassette keys are located above the cassette
comppartment [23]. They are numbered [15] to [20]
in the section “Overview” and throughout this manual.
You can learn more about their functions in the section
“Overview.”
Playing a Cassette Tape
Do not use C120 cassettes or other
specialized cassettes with this player.
1. Open the Cassette compartment [23]. Press
[16] while playback is stopped.
from the first track in the playlist.
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2. Load the cassette into the compartment with
its exposed magnetic tape facing up.
The tape will spool from the right to
left reel. If the cassette you are loading
is wound to the beginning, the full reel
should be on the right.
Take up any slack in the tape before
loading the cassette into the compartment.
Turn the cassette reel with your finger or a
pencil until the tape is taut.
3. Close the cassette compartment [23]. Push
the door of the compartment into the body
of the player until it is securely closed.
4. Cue the tape (optional). Press [17] or [18]
to go to the part of the tape that you want to play.
5. Start playback. Press [19].
6. To stop playback, press [16].
Your player is equipped with Auto Stop.
When the end of the tape is reached, the
player will automatically stop the tape and
all keys will disengage.
Recording to Cassette Tapes
You can record from different sources to cassette tape.
Record with quality cassettes only (e.g., IEC type 1).
Do not use C120 cassettes or other
specialized cassettes with this player.
1.
Choose the source of the recording you want to
make. Press FUNCTION [10] to change the active
source mode:
• CD to record from the CD player.
• RADIO to record from the radio.
• AUX to record from an audio source connected
to the AUX input jack [24].
2. Get the source ready. For CD and AUX, cue playback
to the point that you want to record. For the radio,
tune to the station that you want to record.
3. Get the target ready. Load a blank cassette tape into
the cassette compartment [23]. Optionally, cue the
tape to the point that you want to record to with the
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The exposed magnetic tape of the cassette
should face up.
Take up any slack in the tape before
loading the cassette into the compartment.
Turn the cassette reel with your finger or a
pencil until the tape is taut.
4. Start recording. When you are ready to record,
press [20] together with [19].
Do not force the key down if you feel
resistance! If you cannot press the
key down, the cassette tape may be
write-protected. Refer to the section
“Record Protection” to learn more.
5. Stop recording. Press [16] to stop recording.
You may also pause recording by pressing
[15]. Depress the key again to resume
recording.
Record Protection
Protect your cassette tape from accidental erasure
with the Record Protection tab.
1. Locate the tab on your cassette tape. It can be found
on the long side of the cassette, opposite the side
with the exposed tape (see the illustration below).
Record Protect Tab for Side “A”
2.
The tab may have been removed already if
the cassette tape is not a new, blank tape
designed for recording. Commercial re
-
cordings and other pre-recorded tapes are
usually record protected.
When the record protection tab is missing, you will not
be able to press [20].
Use a sturdy, flat object such as a small screwdriver
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If you would like to record with a cassette
tape that is missing its record protection
tab, use a small piece of adhesive tape to
cover tab opening.
Caring for the Cassette Mechanism
Cassette care and cleaning products are available for
purchase from local and on-line retailers. The tape
head and pinch wheel/capstan assemblies need to be
cleaned after every 10 hours of use.
1 Erase head
2 Record/Play head
3 Capstan
4 Pinch roller
Press [19] to get better access to the heads
and roller in order to clean them.
The erase head, record/play head and the
surface of the pinch roller are delicate
parts. Never touch these parts with hard
objects (e.g., screwdrivers, metal).
Never lubricate any part of the player un-
der any circumstance.
Never turn o the player during playback,
or leave the player in PLAY mode while
the power is o. Doing so can damage the
pinch wheel.

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Using the AUX Input
Listen to devices connected to the AUX input jack [24].
Press FUNCTION [10] to change the active source mode
to AUX. The LCD screen [21] will display AUX.
1. Connect the audio source to the player. Use an
optional audio patch cable to connect the 3.5mm
headphone or line-out jack of the audio source to
the 3.5mm AUX Input jack [24] found on the front
of the player.
2. Lower the volume on the player. Press VOL– [14] to
lower the volume level.
3. Prepare the audio source. Start playback on the
device. Set the volume level of the device to ap-
proximately 80% of its maximum.
4.
player to set the volume to a comfortable level [13,
14].
Use the audio source to control playback
(e.g., stop, play, next). Use the player to
control the volume.
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Speaker Output 12 W peak, 2.4 W RMS
Media Support CD, CD-R/RW, Cassette
Radio Tuner AM, FM
Preset Memory 20 AM, 20 FM
Input 3.5mm AUX jack
Output 3.5mm headphone jack
Power Source AC 120 V
8 x C batteries (not included)
Standby Power 1 W
Operating Power 12 W

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LIMITED 90-DAY WARRANTY
We warrant this product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use for a ninety-day period from the
original date of purchase from an authorized ETEC dealer.
Should you be missing any of the included accessories or other
components (screws, pieces, etc.), please contact the Customer
Support Center to secure a replacement. It is not necessary to
bring the unit back to the store. When calling, please reference
the parts list found in the Instruction Manual to help us accurately
identify the missing parts and promptly provide replacements.
We will replace the unit free of charge should it become defective
under this warranty, providing you, the original purchaser, have
your original dated sales receipt.
To obtain warranty service or replacement within the ninety-day
warranty period, please return the product with all parts and
accessories along with your original dated store receipt to the
original place of purchase and the unit will be exchanged at no
charge. It is not necessary to contact the manufacturer for
warranty replacement.
For technical support, visit our website www.sibrandssup-
port.com or call the ETEC Technical Support Center for technical
assistance or troubleshooting at 1-855-994-3832, Monday to
Saturday, 10:00AM to 7:00PM EST.
This warranty applies only under conditions of normal use. Our
products are not intended for outdoor use.
There are no consumer serviceable parts contained in this product
and any attempt by the owner to service or repair the unit will
immediately void all warranty coverage.
This warranty does not cover any product which has been subject to
damage due to an act of nature, misuse, neglect, accident, abuse,
commercial use, or modification of, or to, any part of the product,
including the antenna. Damage to any external media such as
Cassettes & CD discs, and/or USB or other memory devices are not
covered nor is the cost incurred in shipping the unit for warranty
repair or exchange. Under no circumstances shall ETEC be liable
for any loss (direct, indirect, incidental, foreseen, unforeseen,
special or consequential) or for any damage arising out of, or in
connection with, the use of this product.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL ETEC BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
This warranty does not cover re-manufactured, refurbished, or
repaired units, or any products sold 'As Is'.
This warranty is valid only to the original purchaser of the Product in
the United States and Canada and grants specific legal rights.
©Schoenfeld International Inc., 2018
EFL240 ver. 1.0 July 2018