gfm CD-380 User manual

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CD-380
Portable CD Player with AM/FM

WARNING
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 OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The Caution Marking is located at the bottom enclosure of the apparatus.
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. Cleaning-Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult,
and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the
product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by
the manufacturer. A product and cart combination should be moved with care-quick stops,
excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to
overturn.
9. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that product heat.
10. 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.
11. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
12. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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13. Unplug this apparatus during lightening storms or when unused for a 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.
15. This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no object filled
with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
16. Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated.
17. Use replacement part as specified by the manufacturer.
18. The product may be mounted to a wall only if recommended by the manufacturer.
19. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks.
20. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home,
consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from
battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instruction.
21. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
22. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work
by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for
service.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF AC PLUG TO WIDE SLOT.
FULLY INSERT.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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CAUTION
Follow the advice below for safe operations.
ON PROTECTION AGAINST LASER ENERGY EXPOSURE
•As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to
disassemble the casing.
•Stop operation immediately if any liquid or solid object should fall into the cabinet.
•Do not touch the lens or poke at it. If you do, you may damage the lens and the player may not
operate properly.
•Do not put anything in the safety slot. If you do, the laser diode will be ON when the CD door is
still open.
•If the unit is not to be used for a long period of time, make sure that all power sources are
disconnected from the unit. Remove all batteries from the battery compartment.
•This unit employs a laser. The use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures
other than those specified here may result in exposure to hazardous radiation.
Should any trouble occur, remove the power source and refer servicing to qualified personnel.
COMPLIANCE WITH FCC REGULATIONS
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Digital Device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in 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 to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
WARNING
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
IMPORTANT NOTES
Avoid installing the unit in locations described below:
•Places exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat radiating appliances such as electric heaters.
•Dusty places.
•Places subject to constant vibration.
•Humid or moist places.
POWER SOURCES
This unit operates on 120V~ 60Hz or 6 x DC1.5V “AA” (UM-3) batteries. Do not attempt to operate the radio
on any other power source. You could cause damage to the unit and void your warranty.
Please be sure the power outlet you plug this unit into is working and receives constant (unswitched) power.
AC OPERATION
1. Plug the AC POWER CORD into a 120V AC~ 60Hz outlet.
2. Slide the FUNCTION SWITCH to “AM” for AM radio, “FM” for FM radio, “CD” for CD play and “AUX” for
external input functions.
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BATTERY OPERATION
1. Remove the battery door.
2. Install 6 x DC1.5V “AA” (UM-3) batteries (not included) according to the polarity diagram inside the
battery compartment.
3. Close the battery door.
IMPORTANT: Be sure that the batteries are installed correctly.
Wrong polarity may damage the unit and void the warranty.
For best performance and longer operating time, we recommend the use of good quality
alkaline-type batteries.
CAUTION
1. Do not mix old and new batteries.
2. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
3. If the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the battery. Old or leaking battery can
cause damage to the unit and may void the warranty.
4. Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may explode or leak.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When the output sound of this unit becomes distorted or the CD player operation appears unstable, the
batteries are weak. You need to replace all the exhausted batteries at the same time as soon as possible to
avoid battery leakage.
RADIO OPERATION
1. Slide the FUNCTION SWITCH to your desired radio band (AM or FM).
2. Rotate the TUNING KNOB to your desired radio station according to the dial scale on the knob.
3. Rotate the VOLUME CONTROL to adjust to the desired output level.
4. To turn off the radio, slide the FUNCTION SWITCH to “OFF”.
TIPS FOR BEST RECEPTION
AM – The AM antenna is located inside the cabinet of the main unit. If AM reception is weak, change the
position of cabinet until the internal antenna picks up the strongest signal,
FM – During FM reception, always keep the FM Telescopic Antenna fully extended. If FM reception is still
weak try repositioning the unit near an open window until you get the best reception.
AUXILIARY INPUT (AUX) OPERATION
You can play other music sources (MP3 player or other digital audio player) through the speakers of this
system.
1. Plug one end of an appropriate audio cable (not included) into the AUX IN Jack of this unit and the other
end to the line out or headphone jack of your digital audio player.
2. Slide the FUNCTION SWITCH to the “AUX” position.
3. Start playing your digital audio player and gradually increase the volume output (if necessary) until a clear,
undistorted sound is heard from the speakers of this unit.
4. Adjust the VOLUME CONTROL until you reach a comfortable listening level.
CD OPERATION
NOTE: This unit not only plays commercial compact discs but also self-complied CD-RW discs.
•Because of non-standardized format definition/production of CD-R/RW, playback quality &
performance are not guaranteed.
•Manufacturer is not responsible for the playability of CD-R/RW due to recording conditions such as
PC performance, writing software, media ability, etc.
•Do not attach a label or seal to either side of the CD-R/RW disc. It may cause a malfunction.
PLAY MODE
1. Slide the FUNCTION SWITCH to the “CD” position.

2. Open the CD DOOR, load a CD with the label side facing upward and then close the CD door.
3. Disc information (total number of tracks) will appear on the LED DISPLAY.
4. Press PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON to start playing the CD. The play/pause indicator on the LED
DISPLAY will light steadily.
5. Adjust the VOLUME CONTROL to the desired volume level.
6. Press STOP BUTTON to stop playing.
NOTE: If skipping occurs during CD play, try turning the volume down.
Do not open the CD DOOR when a CD is playing.
REPEAT MODE
Repeat 1
When the REPEAT BUTTON is pressed once, the repeat indicator on the LED DISPLAY will light and blink
continuously. The current track will be repeated until it is interrupted.
Repeat All
When the REPEAT BUTTON is pressed twice, the repeat indicator will light steadily. The whole disc will be
played continuously.
To Cancel Repeat Function: Press the REPEAT BUTTON until the repeat indicator is off.
SKIP AND SEARCH MODE
1. During Play or Pause mode, tap the FORWARD (FF) "" or REVERSE (REV) "" BUTTON to go to
the next track or go back to the beginning of the track.
2. During play mode or Pause mode, press and hold the FORWARD (FF) "" or REVERSE (REV) ""
BUTTON to search within the track with audible high speed forward or backward playback.
PROGRAM PLAY MODE
This function allows music tracks to be played in a programmed sequence.
NOTE: Program can only be set in STOP mode.
1. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON once. “0” will flash in the LED DISPLAY.
2. Press the FORWARD (FF) "" or REVERSE (REV) "" BUTTON to select the track to be
programmed. For example track 5 is selected.
3. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON again to store selection. The LED DISPLAY will go back to “0” and blink
to prompt for the next input.
4. You may repeat steps #2 to #3
to program as many as 20 tracks. If you attempt to program more than
20 tracks, “ - - “ will blink in the LED DISPLAY.
5. Press PLAY BUTTON to complete and start program play. Press STOP BUTTON to stop.
6. To review the programmed tracks, press the STOP BUTTON and then the PROGRAM BUTTON. The
first programmed track number will blink in the LED DISPLAY. Press PROGRAM BUTTON repeatedly
to loop through all the programmed tracks.
7. While reviewing program, you may add new tracks as in steps #1 to #3 when a blinking “0” appears. If
“ - - “ blinks in the LED DISPLAY, you cannot add more new track.
8. To cancel programmed play, press the STOP BUTTON while reviewing programmed tracks or open the
CD DOOR in stop mode.
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Range: AM 530 - 1720 kHz
FM 88 - 108 MHz
Power Sources: 120V~ 60Hz 11W or
6 x DC1.5V ‘AA’ (UM-3) Batteries (Not included)
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. Children should be supervised when using this appliance.
2. Never wrap the earphone lead around any animal or person. Special care should be taken with long
wires.
3. Clean your unit with a damp (never wet) cloth. Solvent or detergent should never be used.
4. Avoid leaving your unit in direct sunlight or in hot, humid or dusty places.
5. Keep your unit away from heating appliances and sources of electrical noise such as fluorescent lamps
or motors.
6. If drop-outs or interruptions occur in the music during CD play, or if the CD
fails to play at all, its bottom surface may require cleaning. Before playing,
wipe the disc from the center outwards with a good soft cleaning cloth.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Symptom Possible Cause Solution
Noise or sound distorted
on AM or FM broadcast - Station not tuned properly for AM or FM.
- FM: FM telescopic antenna is not
extended.
- AM: The bar antenna is not positioned
correctly
- Retune the AM or FM broadcast
station.
- FM: Extend FM telescopic antenna.
- AM: Reposition the unit until the best
reception is obtained.
AM or FM no sound - Unit not in RADIO function mode.
- Volume set at minimum
- Slide Function Selector to RADIO
position
- Increase Volume
CD player will not play - Unit not in CD function mode.
- CD is not loaded properly.
- It the CD is self-compiled, the media
used may not be compatible with the
player.
- Select CD function mode.
- Insert CD with label side up.
- Use better quality blank media and
retest.
CD skips while playing - Disc is dirty or scratched. - Wipe CD with clean cloth or use
another disc.
Intermittent sound from
CD Player - Dirty or defective disc - Dirty pick up lens
- Player is subject to excessive shock
or vibration
- Clean or replace the defective disc
- Use a CD lens cleaning disc to clean
the lens
- Relocate the player away from
shock or vibration
No sound when
played in the AUX
Mode
- Power to external source (CD, MP3
etc) not switched on
- Connecting cable to the external
source (CD, MP3 etc) is broken.
- Switch on the power of the
external source.
- Replace a good connecting cable.
GFM GUARANTEE
GFM Guarantee
If you are not totally satisfied with this GFM product, you may return it to any Meijer store for a full refund
within 6 months (180 days) of purchase when accompanied by a receipt.
For customer support please call [phone] or go to www.gfmproducts.com
Dist. by Wholesale Merchandisers, Inc.,
2929 Walker, NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Made in China
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