Memorex MP3848-PWH User manual

User Guide
Please read these instructions completely,
before operating this product.
Guía del usario
Por favor lea toda las instruciones
antes de tratar de usar este producto.
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MP3848-PWH
CD Boombox
Portable
I’ll Play Your Tunes

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Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the unit to become more familiar with
it and obtain the performance that will bring you continued enjoyment for many years.
eep these instructions handy for future reference.
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For future reference, record the serial number of the unit printed on the rear of the cabinet.
Serial Number _______________________________________
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REMOVE COVER (OR BAC ). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
(This Caution Marking is located at the rear bottom enclosure of the unit.)
CAUTION
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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous
voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
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Invisible and hazardous laser radiation when open and interlock failed
or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
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This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or
modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the
modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the
authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.
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should attempt to service this device due to possible eye injury.
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PROCEDURE HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
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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/TV technician for help.
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It is recommended to use a surge protector for AC connection. Lightning and
power surges ARE NOT covered under warranty for this product.
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This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003
du Canada.
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Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of
your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and
excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries
Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment
by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without
annoying blaring or distortion and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes
of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard
against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
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• Start your volume control at a low setting.
• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without
distortion.
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• Set the dial and leave it there.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future.
After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.
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Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since
hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer
and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you
avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your
protection.
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30 Quiet library, soft whispers
40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
80 Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet
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90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
140 Gunshot blast, jet engine
180 Rocket launching pad
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
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All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
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The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
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All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
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All operating and use instructions should be followed.
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Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use
a dry cloth for cleaning.
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Do not use attachments not recommended by the product's manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
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Do not use this product near water–for example: near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub; in a
wet basement; or near a swimming pool.
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Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The product
may fall, causing serious injury 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.
 An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
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Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable
operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. 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 never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This product should not be
placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.
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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 appliance dealer or local power company.
For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
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This product is 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.
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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 appliance.
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To protect your product from 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.
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An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light
or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with
them might be fatal.
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Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
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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 fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid on the product.
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If an outside antenna is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna system is
grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Section 810 of
the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA
70, provides information with respect to
proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge
product, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna discharge product,
connection to grounding electrodes and
requirements for grounding electrodes.
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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.
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When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions
may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
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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.
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The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
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Unplug the 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 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 the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.
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The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected
to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
 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.
. Main plug is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily operable during intended use. In order
to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the mains plug should be disconnected from the
mains socket outlet completely.
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EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

1. AUX IN Jack
2. PHONES (Headphones) Jack
3. Battery Compartment
(Bottom of Unit)
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4. Function Switch
5. CD Compartment
6. Skip/Search –(o) Button
7. Skip/Search +(n) Button
8. REPEAT Button
9. VOLUME Control
10. PROGRAM Button
11. Display
12. Left Speaker
13. FM Antenna
14. AC Power Jack (Rear of Unit)
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15. BAND (AM/FM/FM ST) Switch
16. Carrying Handle
17. CD Door OPEN Area
18. TUNING Control
19. PLAY/PAUSE (®p) Button
20. STOP ( X) Button
21. Right Speaker
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This unit is designed to operate on AC household current or DC (batteries).
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Use the AC polarized line cord included with the
unit for operation on AC power. Insert one end of
the AC line cord into the AC power jack on the
rear of the unit and the other end (with the 2
blades) into a conveniently located AC outlet
having 120V, 60Hz. When the AC cord is plugged
in, the batteries will be disconnected.
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possibility of electric shock. If the AC plug does not fit into a nonpolarized AC outlet,
do not file or cut the wide blade. It is the user’s responsibility to have an electrician
replace the obsolete outlet.
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To use this unit with battery power, remove the battery door on the bottom of the
unit by pressing in on the tabs and then lifting the battery door off. Insert eight
(8) ‘C’ size batteries following the diagram in the compartment.
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disconnected from the AC power jack
on the rear of the unit in order for the
unit to operate on battery power.
• For longer-lasting life for the batteries,
remove the batteries from the battery
compartment if the unit is not to be
used for a long period of time.
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AC Plug
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Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:
1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery
compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.
3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline, Rechargeable and Carbon-zinc)
or old batteries with fresh ones.
4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or
injury from possible battery leakage.
5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture.
(Follow battery manufacturer’s directions.)
6. Remove batteries promptly if consumed.
7. Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation.

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Slide the Function switch to the
RADIO position to turn the unit on
and select the radio mode.
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Slide the BAND switch to select AM,
FM or FM ST. Noise present in FM
stereo broadcasts can be reduced by
listening in Mono.
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Rotate the TUNING control to select a
station.
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Adjust the volume using the VOLUME
control.
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Slide the Function switch to the
POWER OFF position to turn the unit
off.
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 – This unit has a built-in ferrite rod
antenna, which provides adequate reception
in most areas. If reception is weak, turn the
unit to improve reception.
 – The FM Antenna is for FM reception
only. If reception is weak, adjust the length of
the antenna.
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For private listening, connect 3.5mm (32 ohm) stereo headphones (not included) to this
jack. The speakers are automatically disconnected when the headphone plug is inserted in
the jack.

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Slide the Function switch 1 to the CD
position to turn the unit on and select
the CD mode. Open the CD
compartment door by pressing the CD
Door OPEN area 2. Place a CD on the
center spindle, with the printed label
side facing up. Close the CD
compartment door.
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Press the PLAY/PAUSE (®p) button;
playback will start and the track
number will appear in the display.
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Adjust the volume using the VOLUME
control.
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Press the PLAY/PAUSE (®p) button
again to pause playback; the Play
indicator will blink. Press the PLAY/
PAUSE (®p) button once again to
continue playback; the Play indicator will
stop blinking.
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the tracks on a disc, press the
Skip/Search o 1 or n 2 button.
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through the music on a disc, press and
hold the Skip/Search o 1 or n 2
button, a chattering noise will be heard
until the button is released.
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When the disc is through playing, it
will stop rotating. Press the STOP ( X)
button to stop the disc before it is
finished.
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Slide the Function switch to the
POWER OFF position to turn the unit
off.
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To repeat a single track, press the
REPEAT button 1 once while in Stop
mode; “REP 1” will appear in the
display. Press the Skip/ Search o 2 or
n 3 button to select the specific track
that you wish to repeat. Press the
PLAY/PAUSE (®p) button 4 and the
specific track you selected will be
repeated continuously.
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To repeat all of the tracks on a disc
continuously, press the REPEAT
button 1 twice while in stop mode;
“REP ALL” will appear in the display.
Press the PLAY/ PAUSE (®p) button
2and all tracks will be repeated
continuously.
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• If a disc is inserted incorrectly, dirty or damaged, "no" will appear in the display.
• As each track is played, the track number is shown in the display.
• To prevent damage to the disc, never open the CD door while the disc is rotating.
Wait for the disc to stop before opening the CD door. Never touch the lens when
the CD door is open.
• DO NOT use the carrying handle when playing a CD. The CD should only be used
on a steady surface.
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Press the PROGRAM button again;
the selected track has now been
programmed and counted as program 1.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program the
other desired tracks in sequence, up
to 20 tracks.
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Press the PLAY/PAUSE (®p) button
to begin playback; “PROG” will appear
in the display and the tracks will play
in the order programmed.
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With the power on and the unit in the
Stop mode, press the PROGRAM
button; "PROG" and “01” will blink in
the display.
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Use the Skip/Search o 1 or n 2
button to select the first track to be
programmed.
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• Programming is the ability to preselect the order in which a series of tracks
will be played.
• Each track may be stored in the program memory as many times as desired.
• As each track is played, its track number will be displayed. You can move
forward or backward through the programmed tracks with the Skip/Search o
or n button.
• The CD player will stop after all programmed tracks have been played or the
STOP ( X) button is pressed.
• To stop Program playback, press the STOP ( X) button. To play back the
program again, press the PLAY/PAUSE (®p) button.
• To clear the program memories, while in the Stop mode, press the STOP ( X)
button; the “PROG” indicator will disappear from the display.
It is also possible to use the Program and
Repeat functions together to repeat a
specific program indefinitely. First,
program the tracks you wish to hear in the
order you wish to hear them, as described
on the previous page. Press the
PLAY/PAUSE (®p) button to begin
programmed playback.
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Then, press the REPEAT button twice.
Both "PROG” and "REP ALL” indicators
will light. The player will repeatedly
play back the tracks you selected in
the order in which you programmed
them. When the last track in the
program has been played, the entire
program will begin again.
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Program Repeat operation will continue indefinitely until you press the STOP ( X)
button. Press the STOP ( X) button again to cancel the program function. To
cancel the repeat function, keep pressing the REPEAT button until "REP ALL"
disappears from the display.

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Adjust the volume using the VOLUME
control.
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Slide the Function switch to the
POWER OFF position to turn the unit
off.
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You can connect an external unit to this unit, such as a cassette player, MP3
player, etc. Simply connect an audio cable (not included) from the AUX IN jack on
this unit to the external unit's AUX OUT jack. This will allow you to broadcast the
external unit's sound through this unit’s speakers.
Connect the external unit to the AUX
IN jack.
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Slide the Function switch to the AUX
position to turn the unit on and select
the AUX mode. Also make sure the
external unit is on.
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• When connecting the external unit, refer to the owner’s manual of the external
unit, as well as this manual.
• When connecting the external unit, make sure the power is off and both units
are unplugged before making any connections.

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• Treat the compact disc carefully. Handle the
compact disc only by its edges. Never allow your
fingers to come in contact with the shiny,
unprinted side of the compact disc.
• Do not attach adhesive tape, stickers, etc. to
the disc label.
• Clean the compact disc periodically with a soft, lint-free, dry cloth. Never use
detergents or abrasive cleaners to clean the compact disc. If necessary, use a CD
cleaning kit.
• If a disc skips or gets stuck on a
section of the compact disc, it is
probably dirty or damaged
(scratched).
• When cleaning the compact disc,
wipe in straight lines from the center
of the compact disc to the outer edge
of the compact disc. Never wipe in circular motions.
• This unit is designed to play only compact discs bearing the
identification logo as shown here. Other discs may not conform to the
CD standard and may not play properly.
• Compact discs should be stored in their cases after each use to avoid damage.
• Do not expose compact discs to direct sunlight, high humidity, high temperatures or
dust, etc. Prolonged exposure or extreme temperatures can warp the compact disc.
• Do not stick or write anything on either side of the compact disc. Sharp writing
instruments, or the ink, may damage the surface.
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• To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power source
when cleaning.
• The finish on your unit may be cleaned with a dust cloth and cared for as other
furniture. Use caution when cleaning and wiping the plastic parts.
• Mild soap and a damp cloth may be used on the front panel.
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If you experience a problem with this unit, check the chart below before calling for service.
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Unit will not AC cord not Check AC cord
turn on. connected. connection.
Disc will not play. CD compartment Close CD compartment
door not closed. door.
Disc inserted Reinsert disc correctly.
incorrectly.
Dirty or defective CD. Try another disc.
Moisture Wipe disc with soft cloth.
condensation on disc.
No sound. Volume is set Increase volume.
to minimum.
Defective disc. Try another disc.
Erratic playback. Dirty or defective Clean or replace disc.
disc.
AM or FM, no sound. Power is not on. Turn power on.
Volume is set Increase volume.
to minimum.
AM/FM, poor sound. Station is not tuned Retune the AM or FM
properly. broadcast station.
FM: Telescopic Extend FM telescopic
antenna is not antenna.
properly adjusted.
AM: Unit is not Rotate unit until best
positioned correctly. reception is obtained.
AUX, no sound. Function switch is Slide the Function switch
not set to AUX. to the AUX position.
Not connected Connect properly, see
properly. page 13.

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Power Source .........................................................120V, 60Hz AC
Battery.....................................12V DC (8 x 1.5V ‘C’ size batteries)
Alkaline is recommended for longer life.
Speaker....................................................................2 x 3W, 8 Ohm
Output Power ....................................................................2 x 1.8W
Dimensions ...............................................11 (Dia) x 5.3 (H) inches
Weight ............................................................................4.6 pounds
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Frequency Range (FM) ...........................................87.5–108 MHz
Frequency Range (AM) ...........................................520–1710 Hz
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Disc Diameter ..........................................................4.72" (120mm)
3.15" (80mm) Single CD
Optical Source. ..............................................Semiconductor Laser
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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