Itek IT142 User manual

IT142
®
QUALITY REFLECTED
Antique Music Centre
Record/CD/Cassette/Radio Player
Instruction manual
Imported & Distributed throughout the U.K.
By PFD. ST4 2NL | www.itek-products.co.uk
®
QUALITY REFLECTED

This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of the original purchase.
If any defect arises due to faulty materials or workmanship the faulty products must be returned
to the place of purchase. Refunds or replacement is at the discretion of the store.
The following conditions apply:
The product must be returned to the retailer with the original proof of purchase.
The product must be installed and used in accordance with the instructions contained in this
instruction guide.
It must be used only for domestic purposes.
It does not cover wear and tear, damage, misuse or consumable parts.
PFD has no responsibility for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
Valid in the UK and Eire only.
Guarantee
Power AC 220~240V 50Hz 13W
Audio Output 1.8W x2RMS
Radio: Frequency FM 88 MHz-108MHz AM/MW 530-1600Mhz
CD player: Frequency Responce 100Hz - 16KHz
Cassette player:Tape speed 4.75 cm/sec Frequency Response 125Hz-6.3 KHz
Headphones: 3.5mm stereo jack plug 0-32 Ohms
Technical Specications

Important Safeguards
Always retain the instruction booklet and other important information in a safe
place as this may be required for future reference.
Do not use in direct sunlight
Do not use in wet or damp conditions
Do not site the product on or near sources of electromagnetic pollution, vibration or where the
ventilation is poor as this may cause damage the product or could interfere to other products
Do not site the product near a heat source as this may have a detrimental effect on the product
Do not place containers lled with water or any other liquid on the top of the product as this
may damage the product
Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners on the product as this may damage the aesthetics of the
product.
Please be advised there are no user serviceable components inside the product however it is
recommended that the record player needle is changed on a regular basis as this will ensure that
the sound produced will be crisp and clear.
Do not place candles or naked ame sources on the top of the product as this may damage the
product
When handling electrical items ensure that your hands are dry
Always switch off at the socket before removing the plug ,from the wall socket.
Ensure that the product is compliant with your house electrical system. If you are unsure please
consult a qualied electrician or dealer.
Never disconnect the plug by pulling the power cable as this may damage the plug and/or socket
If water has entered the body of the product please switch off at the wall socket and then
consult a qualied electrician for an inspection and /or repair
If the product becomes damaged or has malfunctioned please take to a qualied electrician for
an inspection and /or repair
This product is intended for household use only.
This product is not intended for use by children or the inrm without adequate supervision or
training
Should the product malfunction due to electrostatic discharge, switch off at the wall socket and
allow 30 minutes for the charge to dissipate before reconnecting the power supply.
Do not bend or twist the power cord as this may damage the internal core and insulation of the
power cord.
Ensure that there are no metallic objects placed in the internal space of the product as this may
damage the product and cause a risk of electric shock to the user.
Always follow the guidelines set out in the instruction manual, as they are designed to
ensure that the product reaches its full life expectancy and that you have a safe and
enjoyable time using your product
Electrical safely
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
BLUE: NEUTRAL (N)
BROWN: LIVE (L)
Class 2 Conguration
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
• The wire which is coloured BLUE (or coloured BLACK) must be connected to the
NEUTRAL terminal which is marked with the letter “N”.
• The wire which is coloured BROWN (or coloured RED) must be connected to the
LIVE terminal which is marked with the letter “L”
Always ensure that the Mains Cord is xed into the plug through the Cord Guard or Cable
Clamp, (plug wiring diagram above), and that the Cord Guard screws are tightened to clamp
the cord (outer sheath and inner coloured wires) into position in the plug. Make sure that the
plug top is also tted securely.
This appliance must be protected by a 3 Amp fuse in a 13 Amp type (BS1363) plug. Should you
need to replace the fuse, use only a 3 Amp ASTA approved BS1362 fuse (3A).
OPERATION GUIDELINES
It is important to ensure the correct Plug Adaptor is used when operating in a country not
using the UK 13 Amp socket system. If in doubt, consult a qualied electrician
How to position your Unit
Ensure that the product is placed on a at level surface in a dust free ,cool dry enviroment with
good ventalation and where it cannot be knocked or bumped aqnd the power cable will no
cause a trip hazard.

Before Using your Player
Ensure all packaging has beeen removed
Ensure that the household electrical circuit is compatiable with the product
If the product is unpack in cold damp conditions allow the product to aclimatise to the
conditions before switching on
Using your Player
Ensure the wall socket is switched off then insert the plug and switch on at the socket.
Unwind the FM cable at the rear of the product.
Do not stretch the cable to the socket site the product close to the socket. on a at level
surface away from
The Radio
Make sure the power is on before using the radio
Turn the function knob (3) to the radio
Use the AM/FM/FM ST band selector knob (5) to select the required frequency band. and using
the tuning knob (6) to select the radio station you require
The Record Player
Ensure that all the packaging and the tie wrap holding the arm in place has been removed (this is for
the rst use only)
Set the function knob to record (phono) (3)
Remove the protective needle guard by gently
pulling it forward and toward the front of the product.
Turn the large chrome screw (31) (using a coin) clockwise untill
it is fully dow as this will allow the turn table to oat on its shock absorbers.
Place the record on the turn table.
Release the the security hook that keeps the tone arm (25) in place this is achieved by gently
pushing it to the right.This will release the tone arm lock (27) (use the security hook
set the turntable to the require speed for the record (33,45,78 )this is achieved using the speed
control switch (26)
Using the control perch (28) place the stylus on the begining of the record and lower the tone
arm gently using the control perch (28) however this can also be done by hand.
Set the volume to the desired level by using the volume knob (4)
When the stylus reaches the end of the the tone arm will atomatically stop and the turntable
(30) will stop turning
Removing the Stylus
Place the blade of a small at the tip of the stylus and
push down toward point A (As shown in the diagram opposite )
To remove the stylus pull forward and down
Replacing the Stylus
To replace hold the tip of the stylus and insert the toward
point B then when in place push up toward poin C
(as shown in the diagram opposite )
Using the CD Player Guide Pins (inside)
When handling a compact disc (CD) place a nger through the center and with your thumb
hold the edge of the disc.
To use the CD function
Set the function knob (3) to the CD position
Open the CD tray this can be achieved by pressing the door open button (18)
Please do not force as this may damage the tray.
Place the CD on the tray label side up and close the CD tray, at this point the CD will spin
breiy at this point the LED display will the number of tracks that are on the disc.
Please do not place anything other than a CD in the CD tray as this may cause damage to the
CD tray
If the disc is dirty or scratched it may not play correctly
Never force the CD tray as this may damage the product.
Never insert more than one CD in at a time
The Record Player ......Continued.

Playing the CD
Once the CD is loaded press the Play/Pause Button (16)
The LED display will display the track number that is currently playing.
The CD that is playing can be stop at any time by pressing the Stop button then the CD can be
opened.
To Pause the CD whilst playing press the Play/Pause button (16) and the disc will stop
spinning and the LED will ash showing the current position
To restart the CD press the Play/Pause (16)
Skip the CD forward or Backwards
The skip/search function
The skip/search function can be used at anytime when playing a CD
To select the next track press the Next button (15) to forward however if it is the last track
then this function will place this to the beinging of the CD track.
To go back to a previous track press the Back button (13) twice
To go back to the beginning of the CD press the Back button (13) once
If you want to play a particular track press the Next Button (15) untill the track number is
shown in the LED display and then press the Play/Pause button
.
To program track selection
To select this function you must rstly ensure that there is no CD in the tray
Press the program button (12) once .The LED will display “0” and the program LED will ash
Press Next Button or the Back button to display the track number you want to play then
press the Back button (12) once to select the next track the rst track is now saved.
the above steps can be repeated up to a maximum of 20 tracks
When you have made your selection press the Play/Pause Button (16).The program LED will
light up at this point your rst selection will start to play.
Once the selection has played your selection it will stop automatically
To cancel this press the Stop button (17) and open the CD door (18)
To repeat the track selection press the Play/Pause button to play your 1st track press then
press the Repeat button (14) once for a particular track or twice to repeat the whole
selection.
To Repeat a Single Track
Start the CD to play using Play/Pause button press the Repeat button (14) once and the led
will ash and show Repeat one/All now the track playing will repeat untill you decide to stop it
To repeat the whole disc
Start the CD to play using Play/Pause button press the Repeat button (14) twice and the
led will ash and show Repeat one/All now the track playing will repeat untill you decide to
stop it
Please ensure that you do not have direct exposure to the laser beam as this may harmful
Using the Cassette Player
Turn the function knob to the cassette function.
Put the cassette tape into the slot (22) and it will start to play.
To fast forward the tape press the Fast Forward /Eject button (21) gently till
it reaches the rst position.
To eject the tape press the Fast Forward /Eject (21) button in fully.
When the tape has reached the end the player will automatically stop.
Fast Forward /
Eject (21)
Cassette Slot
(22)
Cleaning and & Maintenance
Cleaning CDS
Use a soft cloth to wipe off any ngerprints and dust from the disc surface.
Wipe in a straight line from the centre to the outside of the disc. Small dust particles and light
stains will not affect reproduction quality.
Never use chemicals such as record sprays, anti-static sprays, benzene or thinners to clean your
CDs.
To reduce the risk of scratches, please put the CD back into the bag after using.
Do not expose CDs to direct sunlight, high humidity or high temperatures for long periods.
Do not stick paper or write anything on either side of the CD.
Only discs displaying this symbol can be played on this unit.
Cleaning the Lens
A dirty lens will cause sound skipping and, if the lens is very dirty, the CD may not work
Please use a CD cleaning disc.

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Responsible Transport:
This product was made in China. Most things are. But
when we brought it over here, we shipped it on a
container ship, along with 10,000 containers of other
things. It may not be fast, it takes about 4 weeks, but it’s
the greenest way of doing it.
100% Recyclable:
All the cardboard in this packaging is 100% recyclable. If
you can’t think of a good use for the box as it is, please
fold it at and put it out with your other recycling.
If you don’t have regular collections, it can be taken
to any cardboard recycling area or even used in your
composter. Now you can play your part!
Paperless Design:
We started thinking about how to make this packaging
“Green” from the very beginning,
and thought that using as little paper as possible would
be a good idea. So the whole design process was carried
out online.We didn’t post anything, kept printouts to a
minimum and let technology take the strain.
Sustainable Packaging:
The trees used to make the card board for this box
all come from sensitively managed forests. Since 2006,
the people that made the cardboard for this box have
planted over 700,000 acres of trees. On top of that, the
whole manufacturing process is ISO14001 approved.
Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
The whole unit Unit is unplugged.
Power does not come on Connect the unit to the AC power supply.
when the power switch is pressed.
No sound comes out of the speakers. The volume is turned down (to MIN).
The input selector does not match the
playback source.
Adjust the volume. Reselect the desired
input source.
The sound is noisy. The unit is too close to a TV set or
another similar appliance.
Turn off the TV or other appliance,
and relocate the unit.
Tuner unit
Does not pick up a station, The station is not tuned in properly.
and/or the signal appears weak. Re-tune to the station you require
The sound is distorted. A TV set may being used nearby and is
interfering with the radio reception.
Properly tune-in the desired station.
Turn-off the interfering TV set.
The antenna is not oriented properly. Re-orient the antenna until reception
improves.
CD player
CD stops immediately after starting, The CD is inserted upside down.
or unit pauses or stops during play. The CD is dusty or dirty or there is
condensation on theCD.
Insert the CD with the printed side up.
Carefully clean and dry the CD.
No sound.
The CD player is paused.
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.
Specic CD is noisy, or playback
stops or skips.
The CD is scratched, damaged or warped. The CD should be changed. Carefully clean
the CD.
The disc is very dirty.
Disposal of Unit
Disposal instructions for i-tek items in accordance with the WEEE directive.
Appliances bearing the symbol shown here may not be disposed of in domestic rubbish.You are
required to dispose of old electrical and electronic appliances like this separately. Please visit
www.recyclemore.co.uk, or www.recylcenow.co.uk for access to information about the recycling
of electrical items.The WEEE directive, introduced in August 2006, states that all electrical items
must be recycled, rather than taken to landll. Please arrange to take this appliance to your local
Civic Amenity site for recycling, once it has reached the end of its life.