Lloyd LCR360 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
LCR360
Lloyd’s
Retro Autoset Alarm Clock Radio
Thank you for purchasing this Clock Radio. Please read this instruction manual carefully before
using this product to ensure proper use. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

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Contents
1. LCR360 Alarm Clock Radio
2. AC-DC Power Adatpor
3. Instruction Manual
5. Warranty Card
4. Quick Start Guide
If you are missing any parts above, please contact Cosmo Communications.
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Lloyd’s
Retro Autoset Alarm Clock Radio
Thankyou for purchasing this Clock Radio. Please read this instruction manual carefully before
usingthis product to ensure proper use. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

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WARNINGS
FCC IMPORTANT
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules,
operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This class[B] digital apparatus complies with canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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.

1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning the exterior only. Do NOT attempt to clean the inside.
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
8. Accessories - 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.
9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
10. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of
the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided.
11. 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.
12. Grounding or Polarization - This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug
(a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should
still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
13. Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
FCC AND CANADIAN ICES
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: 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 (which can be determined by turning the equipment off), the user is
encouraged to try the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the antenna
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver /
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced TV Technician for help.
NOTE: This digital radio noise emissions from digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the radio interference regulations of industry Canada.
Le present appreil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radio Électriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils
Numériques de Class B prescrites dans le règlement sur le Brouillage radio électrique édicté par Industrie Canada.

WARNINGS:
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Avertissement: pour
reduire le risque d’incendie ou de choc electrique, ne pas exposer cet appareil sous la pluie et l’humidite.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on apparatus. L’appareil ne doit pas etre expose aux ecoulements ou aux eclaboussures et aucun
objet ne contenant de liquide, tel qu’un vase, ne doit etre place sur l’objet.
• Where the MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the main plug/ power adaptor should be
disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely. La prise du secteur ne doit pas etre obstruee ou doit etre
facilement accessible pendant son utilisation. Pour etre completement deconnecte de l’alimentation d’entree, la
prise doit etre debranchee du secteur.
• Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire other like.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
14. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This
will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
15. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
16. 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.
17. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
18. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following condition:
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.
19. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
20. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
21. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
22. Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or when unused for long periods of time.
23. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
24. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
25. Ensure children and babies do not play with plastic bags or any packaging materials.

• Place the unit on a level surface away from sources of direct sunlight or excessive heat.
• Protect your furniture when placing your unit on a natural wood and lacquered finish. A cloth
or other protective material should be placed between it and the furniture.
• Do not clean your unit by water directly. Clean the unit with a soft, clean cloth slightly
moistened with plain lukewarm water only.
• Stronger cleaning agents, such as Benzene, thinner or similar materials can damage the
surface of the unit.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressively approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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LCD DISPLAY
RADIO mode
indicator
AM indicator
PM indicator
SLEEP timer ON
indicator
NAP timer ON
indicator
Time & Alarm
Display
Flashing Colon
for clock
Battery Low
indicator
Snooze activation
indicator
Alarm ON
indicator
Date of Week
indicator
DST ON
indicator
AUX -in mode
indicator
RADIO AUX
DST
Z
M D D M
MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN
ALARM ON
Month/Day
Day/Month
format indicators
Month/Day
Separator

CONTROL LOCATION
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TOP
BACK
CLOCK SET /
CALENDER
12/24 HR
SLEEP /
NAP
TIMEZONE /
SOURCE
POWER
ON/OFF
ALARM
ON/OFF
SNOOZE / DIMMER
MIN MAX
5 V DC
AUX IN
ALARM
BUZZ RADIO M/D D/M
+1 DST -1
ALARM ON/OFF
BUTTON
FM ANTENNA
FM TUNING KNOB
DIAL POINTER
CLOCK SET /
CALENDER
BUTTON
+ BUTTON
- / 12/24 HR
BUTTON
SLEEP / NAP
BUTTON
TIMEZONE /
SOURCE
BUTTON
SNOOZE / DIMMER
VOLUME KNOB
POWER ON/OFF
BUTTON
SPEAKER DC IN JACK
AUX IN JACK
BUZZER
DST SWITCH
BUZZ - RADIO
SWITCH
M/D - D/M
SWITCH
TUNING DIAL
BATTERY DOOR

Plug the small end of the supplied power adapter into the DC IN jack at the back of the unit,
plug the adapter body into the standard AC wall socket.
CAUTION: The unit is designed to operate from a mains supply of AC 120V~60Hz. If the
adapter does not fit properly, turn it over and again. Do not force it.
NOTES: When the unit is not operated by the AC power or unused for long periods of the time,
please remove the power adapter from the wall outlet and unplug from the main unit.
TO SET THE CLOCK FIRST TIME
This unit is an AUTOSET radio alarm clock. The time and date have been preset at the factory.
All you have to do is to plug-in the unit, the current time corresponding to the default time zone
will be displayed.
TO SET THE TIME ZONE
1. Plug in the unit. (The time corresponding to the default time zone will be displayed
alternatively on the display.) The default time zone is set to be time zone No.2 for Eastern
Standard Time (EST).
2. Select the correct time zone based on your geographical area by pressing the + / - button on
the unit to advance time zone number forward / backward till the correct time is displayed.
You can review the displayed time to make sure the correct time zone is selected.
3. Once the correct time zone is displayed, press TIMEZONE/SOURCE button to confirm. The
unit will display the calendar information, followed by the current time to finish the setting.
4. The time zone can be adjusted later manually by holding the "TIMEZONE" button, then
press + / - button to select time zone and press "TIMEZONE" button to confirm.
CONNECTING POWER
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SETTING THE CLOCK
5 V DC
NUMBER TIMEZONE
1 Atlantic Standard Time (AST)
2 (Default) Eastern Standard Time (EST)
3 Central Standard Time (CST)
4 Mountain Standard Time (MST)
5 Pacific Standard Time (PST)
6 Yukon Standard Time (YST)
7 Hawaii Aleutian Standard Time (HAST)
Remarks: need to adjust manually to Newfoundland Standard Time (NST) from time zone number 1.

TO SET THE DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME (DST)
1. Depending on your location and the period of Daylight Saving Time (DST) to be in
effective during summer, you can manually set the daylight saving time by sliding the DST
switch on the unit to +1 position to advance the clock by one hour.
2. Slide the DST switch to -1 position to subtract one hour from current to back to normal
daylight time.
TO SET TIME AND DATE MANUALLY
Although the clock is preset at factory, you can still make time adjustment by Changing the
settings as follow:
Note: If the preset time is slightly deviated from actual current time or clock error occurred
during the shipment or your first time use, you can also follow the steps below to make
time/date adjustment manually.
1. Press and hold the CLOCK SET/CALENDAR button on the top of the unit for 2 sec
until the hour flashes on the display.
2. Press the +or -button to set the correct hour (hold the button for faster advance).
Remember to set the correct AM or PM time. The AM/PM Indicators appear to the left
of the time display.
3. Press the CLOCK SET/CALENDAR button gain. Press the +or -Button to set the
correct minute (hold the button for faster advance).
4. Press the CLOCK SET/CALENDAR button again. The year will flash. Press the +or -
Button until the current year is displayed.
5. Press the CLOCK SET/CALENDAR button again. The month will flash. Press the +or -
Button until the current month is displayed.
6. Press the CLOCK SET/CALENDAR button again. The date will flash. Press the +or -
button until the current date is displayed.
7. Press the CLOCK SET/CALENDAR button again (or no button within 10 seconds) to exit
the manual setting mode.
TO SET MONTH/DATE AND 12/24 HOUR FORMAT
1. You can select the clock display format by pressing the 12/24HR button to toggle the
clock display format to 12 hour or 24 hour.
2. You can select the calendar display format by sliding the M/D and D/M switch to toggle
between Month/Date or Date/Month display format.
TO DISPLAY THE YEAR AND DATE
1. Press the CLOCK/CALENDAR button. Month/Date will display for 2 seconds first and then
Year will display for another 2 seconds.
LCR303 has a single alarm system. The unit allows you to set the alarm to wake-to selectable
sound sources from either radio or buzzer. The unit also allows you to set alarm frequencies
with Everyday/Weekday/Weekend alarm modes.
SETTING THE CLOCK (Cont’d)
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USING THE ALARM

TO SET THE ALARM
1. Press and hold the Alarm ON/OFF button until the alarm hour flashes.
2. Press the +or –button to set the alarm hour. (hold the button for fast advance).
Note: Remember to set the correct AM or PM time.
3. Press the Alarm ON/OFF button to confirm the alarm hour and start to set alarm minute.
4. Press the +or –button to set the alarm minute. (hold the button for fast advance).
5. Press the Alarm ON/OFF button again to confirm and start to set alarm mode (date of
week).
6. Press the +or –button to set the alarm mode as follows:
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun = Everyday mode
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri = Weekday mode
Sat Sun = Weekend mode
7. Press the Alarm ON/OFF button again (or no button pressed for 10 seconds) to
confirm and exit the alarm setting mode.
8. Slide the RADIO / BUZZ slide switch at the back of the unit to select the sound source the
unit is going to wake-to. If sliding it to RADIO position, alarm will wake-to radio; If sliding it
to BUZZ position, the alarm will wake-to buzzer.
Note: If the RADIO/BUZZ slide switch is on the RADIO position, the alarm goes off
when the radio is ON and playing. The unit would automatically switch to BUZZ mode
and alarm sound will become buzzer sound so you would not miss the alarm.
TO REVIEW THE ALARM
1. After the alarm has been set, to review the alarm time, press the Alarm ON/OFF button
once. The set alarm time will show on the display.
2. After 3 seconds, it will go back to normal time display.
TO TURN THE ALARM ON/OFF
1. During the alarm time review, press the Alarm ON/OFF button again to toggle alarm
ON/OFF. If the alarm has been activated (turned on), ALARM ON icon will display.
When there is no ALARM ON icon displaying, the alarm is turned off (deactivated).
2. After 3 seconds, it will go back to normal time display.
TO STOP THE ALARM AND RESET THE ALARM TO COME ON FOR THE NEXT DAY
1. When the alarm is sounding, press the Alarm ON/OFF button to stop the alarm.
2. The unit would automatically reset it to come on the next day. (For example, if alarm
is set for weekday mode and you stop the alarm on Friday, the alarm will come on
again on next Monday, not Saturday.
SNOOZE FUNCTION
1. Press the Snooze/Dimmer button after an alarm sounds. The alarm will be silenced
for the snooze duration period and then sound again.
2. Snooze can be pressed several times around the 1 hour alarm cycle. The snooze
duration is 7 minutes. (7->14->21->28->35->42->49->56->63)
ALARM DURING POWER FAILURE
1. If backup battery (not empty) is installed, the buzzer alarm will still sound for 60
seconds in the event of power failure. (Snooze function is disabled.)
2. To stop the buzzer sound, you can press the POWER ON/OFF button.
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USING THE ALARM (Cont’d)

TO SET UP ANTENNA
1. Extend FM antenna fully and rotate the unit to the best orientation for the best reception.
TO TUNE AND PLAY THE RADIO
1. Press the POWER ON/OFF button to turn on the radio.
2. Rotate the FM TUNING knob to tune the radio to your desired radio channel.
3. To turn the VOLUME knob to adjust the speaker volume level.
4. To turn off the radio, press the POWER ON/OFF button.
You can play any portable or external audio device with a standard 3.5mm stereo audio cable
(not included) via the AUX IN jack on the unit.
1. Plug one end of a standard 3.5mm stereo audio cable into the earphone or line-out jack
on your external device and plug the another end of the audio cable into the unit’s AUX
IN jack.
2. Press the TIMEZONE/SOURCE button until AUX icon appearing on the display.
3. Turn on and play your external audio device.
4. Rotate the VOLUME knob to set the speaker volume level. You may need to adjust the
volume on your external device as well.
5. To stop the AUX playback, press the TIMEZONE/SOURCE button back to RADIO mode
or turn off the unit by pressing the POWER ON/OFF button. Please remember to turn off
your device.
6. Remember to turn off your external audio device after playback.
During the normal operation (when no alarm is sounding), press the SNOOZE / DIMMER
button to control the brightness of the LCD display. There are FOUR levels of dimmer control.
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LISTENING TO RADIO
USING AUX IN JACK
SETTING DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS

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USING SLEEP TIMER
USING THE NAP TIMER
USING NAP TIMER
Sleep timer lets you sleep to your radio or AUX IN playback and the unit shuts off at the
selected time.
TO SET SLEEP TIMER
1. During the Power/Radio is ON, Press the SLEEP/NAP button to enter SLEEP mode.
2. The SLEEP icon on the display will be blinking and the sleep timer will display and cycle
through from 15 > 30 > 45 > 60 > 90 minutes or OFF
3. Press the SLEEP/NAP Button to cycle through 15 > 30 > 45 >60 > 90 minutes or OFF to
select the sleep time. (OFF means to cancel the sleep timer)
4. When the desired duration time is shown (for example, 60 minutes), stop and wait for 2
seconds to confirm. The sleep timer will start counting down and the SLEEP icon will be
blinking and showing on the display.
5. When the sleep timer is counting down, press the SLEEP/NAP button to display the
remaining time of the timer.
6. If you want to change the sleep timer, press the SLEEP/NAP button again to cycle
through again and select new sleep time or OFF.
TO CANCEL SLEEP TIMER
1. When the sleep timer is ON, press and hold the SLEEP/NAP button for 2 seconds to
cancel the sleep timer counting down.
2. Alternatively, press the SLEEP/NAP button and cycle through 15 > 30 > 45 >60 > 90>
OFF until OFF is displayed and wait for 2 seconds to cancel the sleep timer.
Nap timer lets you to set a timer other than the regular alarm function when the unit POWER
OFF. The NAP timer can only wake to BUZZER.
TO SET NAP TIMER
1. During the Power/Radio is OFF, Press the SLEEP/NAP button to enter NAP mode.
2. The NAP icon and the nap timer will display and cycle through 15 > 30 > 45 > 60 > 90
minutes > OFF
3. Press the SLEEP/NAP Button to cycle through 15 > 30 > 45 >60 > 90 minutes > OFF
to select the nap time. (OFF means to cancel the nap timer)
4. When the desired duration time is shown (for example, 60 minutes), stop and wait for
2 seconds to confirm. The nap timer will start counting down and the NAP icon will display.
5. When the nap timer is counting down, press the SLEEP/NAP button to display the
remaining time of the timer.
6. If you want to change the nap timer, press the SLEEP/NAP button again to cycle through
again and select new nap time or OFF.
7. When the desired duration of nap timer is elapsed, the alarm will turn ON to Buzzer. Press
POWER ON/OFF to turn Buzzer OFF.
TO CANCEL SLEEP TIMER
1. When the nap timer is ON, press and hold the SLEEP/NAP button for 2 seconds to
cancel the nap timer counting down.
2. Alternatively, press the SLEEP/NAP button and cycle through 15 > 30 > 45 >60 > 90 >
OFF until OFF is displayed and wait for 2 seconds to cancel the nap timer.

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INSTALLING / REPLACING BACKUP BATTERY
PUSH
SOLUTIONPOSSIBLE CAUSEPROBLEM
The unit does not
turn on.
The power adaptor isn’t plugged into
a working wall socket or the power
jack on the back of unit is not
plugged in properly.
Plug the power adaptor into a working
wall socket and plug the connector
into the DC IN jack on the unit.
Battery low indicator
always flashing:
Battery is weak Replace with new battery
FM band is too noisy The reception at the set location is
poor or the antenna is not extended
Extend the antenna fully and/or relocate
your unit away from metal surfaces
Battery were not installed properly Make sure the polarity is correct
Battery is too weak for the first time Replace with new battery
TROUBLE SHOOTING
BATTERY LOW INDICATOR
When the backup battery power is low, the low battery indication icon will display and blink. It
is time to replace the backup battery.
TO INSTALL / REPLACE BACKUP BATTERY
1. Make sure the AC adaptor is connected during battery replacement. Otherwise, all
settings may be lost and reset.
2. Remove the screw that secures the battery door by using a screwdriver.
3. Pull the battery door on the bottom of the unit as shown below.
4. Insert a new battery in the battery door with “+” positive facing up. Only CR2450 lithium
battery should be used.
5. Insert the battery door with new battery back into the unit.
6. Secure the battery door by using a screwdriver.
7. After the battery replacement, the low battery indication icon will disappear.
BATTERY WARNING:
1. Make sure the correct polarity of battery to be installed.
2. Make sure you dispose of batteries properly (refer to your local regulations)
3. Do not open batteries
4. Do not dispose of batteries in fire
5. Do not heat up batteries
6. Do not expose batteries to water
7. Do not change or recharge batteries

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TROUBLE SHOOTING (Cont’d)
SPECIFICATION
Power Supply Rating (AC/DC Power Adaptor) Input: 100 – 240VAC, 50/60Hz, 0.25A
Output: 5VDC, 1A
0.5 watts (RMS)Output Power
8 ohmsOutput Impedance
Dimensions 6.9” x 4.8“ x 3.7”
(176mm x 121m m x 93mm)
Weight 0.92 lb. (0.42 kg)
Audio Section
Power Consumption Working Mode : 3 W
Alarm not functioning
When playing music,
the sound gets
distorted
The source sound is
distorted
No sound when playing
audio via AUX IN
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
AM/PM time/alarm not set correctly
The volume level on the connected
device or the unit is set too high
If the original sound source (MP3) on
your external device is of poor quality,
the distortion and noises are easily
noticed with speakers
The volume control of your external
device is set at too low.
Audio cable has not been connected
properly
Audio cable has breakage
Please check the PM indicator
Decrease the volume until the
distortion disappears.
Try a different audio source with
better sound quality
Check the connection of audio
cable between the unit and the
external audio device.
Use another audio cable for
connection.
Increase the volume of your
external device