Naxa NPB-264 User manual

MODEL NPB-264
Portable MP3/CD Boombox and USB Player
PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE
OPERATING THIS UNIT AND RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.

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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

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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.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning 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.
23. The mains plug of apparatus should not be obstructed OR should be easily accessed during
intended use.
24. Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
25. Warning: 1) Caution Marking and rating plate was located at bottom enclosure of the
apparatus.
2) Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain
or moisture.
3) The mains plug is used as disconnect device. The mains plug of apparatus should not be
obstructed OR should be easily accessed during intended use. To completely disconnect the
power input, the mains plug of apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains.
4) Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
5)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.

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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.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS

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1. Handle
10. VOL– (volume down)
2. CD Door
11. VOL+ (volume up)
3. FM Telescopic Antenna
12. STOP
4. Speaker
13. PLAY/PAUSE
5. LCD screen
14. AC Power jack
6. /+ (Next/Tuning up)
15. AUX IN jack
7.

/– (Previous/Tuning down)
16. USB port
8. MODE
17. Battery Compartment door
9. FUNC/Power (Function/Power)
IMPORTANT NOTES
Avoid installing the unit in the 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 AC 120V~ 60Hz or 6 x DC 1.5V “C” size 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. When the AC power cord (included) is connected to the AC Power jack [14] on the back of the unit and
the other end is plugged into a 120V AC~ 60Hz wall outlet, the unit will disconnect the batteries
automatically, and operate on AC power only.
2. Press the FUNC button [9] to turn the unit on and to change between CD, FM, FM ST., and AM modes.
To turn the unit off, press and hold the FUNC button [9] until the LCD display reads “OFF.”
DC BATTERY OPERATION
1. Remove the Battery Compartment door [17].
2. Install 6 x 1.5V “C” size batteries (not included) according to the polarity diagram inside the battery
compartment.
3. Close the Battery Compartment door [17].
IMPORTANT: Be sure that the batteries are installed correctly.
The 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 batteries and disconnect it from all
power sources. Old or leaking batteries can cause damage to the unit and may void the warranty.
4. Do not incinerate batteries in fire to dispose of them; batteries may explode or leak. Follow all local
regulations for the proper disposal of batteries.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When the output sound of this unit becomes distorted or the CD player operation appears unstable, the
batteries are weak and need to be changed. Replace all of the exhausted batteries at the same time as soon
as possible to avoid battery leakage.

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SETTING THE FUNCTION MODE
Press the FUNC button [9] to wake the unit from Standby and to put it in one of the following function modes.
•FM: FM or FM stereo radio mode.
•AM: AM radio mode.
•CD: CD player mode.
•USB: USB player mode.
•AUX: AUX input player mode.
Press the FUNC button [9] to cycle through all of the function modes. The current function will be shown on
the LCD screen [5].
To return the unit to Standby mode (OFF), press and hold the FUNC button [9].
RADIO FUNCTION (FM, AM)
1. Press the FUNC button [9] to choose the radio band (FM, AM).
2. To tune to a station, press the /+ [6] or /– button [7] to skip up or down the frequency range. Press
and hold either button to quickly scan up or down the frequency range. When a station is found the
search will stop and lock onto the station.
3. Press the VOL– [10] or VOL+ [11] buttons to adjust to the desired output level.
You can store up to 20 preset radio stations per radio band.
1. While listening to a tuned radio station, press and hold the MODE button [8] to enter into storing mode.
Press the /+ [6] or /– [7] button to tune to a station.
2. When the station is selected, press the MODE button [8] once more to store the current station to the
preset memory.
3. To tune to a preset station, press the MODE button [8] and then press the /+ [6] or /– [7] buttons
to browse the preset station (1-20).
TIPS FOR BEST RECEPTION
AM – The AM antenna is located inside the cabinet of the unit. If AM reception is weak, change the position
of the unit until the internal antenna picks up the strongest signal.
FM – If a stereo broadcast program is being received, the FM STEREO INDCATOR will light. During FM or
FM Stereo reception, always keep the FM Telescopic Antenna [3] fully extended for best performance.
However, if FM reception is weak, try repositioning the unit near an open window until you get the best
reception.
CD FUNCTION
NOTE: THIS UNIT NOT ONLY PLAYS COMMERCIAL COMPACT DISCS BUT ALSO SELF-RECORDED
CD-R/RW DISCS.
•Because of non-standardized format definition/production of CD-R/RW, playback quality &
performance is not guaranteed.
•Manufacturer is not responsible for the playability of CD-R/RW due to recording conditions such as
PC performance, writing software, media properties etc.
•Do not attach a label, seal, or sticker to either side of the CD-R/RW disc. It may cause a malfunction.
PLAY MODE
1. Press the FUNC button [9] to place the unit in “CD” mode.
2. Open the CD DOOR [2], load a CD with the label side facing up, and then close the CD door.
3. Disc information (total number of tracks) will appear on the LCD screen [5], and the unit will start playing
the CD automatically. The LCD screen will show the TRACK No. that is being played.
4. While playing, press the PLAY/PAUSE [13] button to pause playback; the symbol “▶”will flash. Press
the PLAY/PAUSE [13] button again to resume playing.
5. Adjust the volume level to a comfortable level by pressing the VOLUME– [10] or VOLUME+ [11] buttons.
6. Press the STOP button [12] to stop playback.
NOTE: If skipping occurs during CD play, try turning the volume down.
Do not open the CD Door [2] when a CD is playing. Wait until the disc has stopped spinning
completely before opening the CD door [2].

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SKIP AND SEARCH MODE
1. Press the /+ [6] or /– [7] button to go to the next track or return to the beginning of the current
track, respectively.
2. Press and hold the /+ [6] or /– [7] button to scan quickly through a track during CD playback.
REPEAT/RANDOM PLAYBACK MODES
Press the MODE button [8] to cycle through all of playback modes. The current mode will be shown on the
LCD screen [5].
Repeat 1 The current track will be repeated until it is interrupted.
Repeat All The whole disc will be played continuously.
RAND Random The tracks on the disc will be played in random order.
PROGRAM PLAY MODE
This function allows music tracks to be played in a programmed sequence.
NOTE: Program can only be set while the unit is in CD mode and playback has been stopped.
1. Press the MODE Button [8]. The CD Track Display will display “01” and “PROG” will blink on the LCD
screen [5].
2. Press the /+ [6] or /– [7] button to select the song to be saved in the program list.
3. Press the MODE button [8] again to save the track. The CD Track Display will advance to “02”.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to save as many as 20 tracks to the program list. If you attempt to program more
than 20 tracks, the LCD screen [5] will read “FUL” .
6. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button [13] to begin programmed play. The first track in program will appear in
the LCD display [5]. Press the /+ [6] or /– [7] button to show all the programmed songs.
7. To cancel programmed play, press the STOP button [12].
8. As long as the unit remains on and the CD Door [2] is not opened, you can resume playing the program
list at any time by pressing the MODE button [8] and then PLAY/PAUSE [13].
9. To skip 10 tracks at a time, press and hold the MODE button [8] for two seconds, and then press the
/+ [6] or /– [7] button. To return to normal operation, press the MODE button [8] again, or wait 3
seconds without pressing a button.
USB FUNCTION
CONNECTING A USB DEVICE
1. Connect a USB flash memory drive to the USB port [16] located on the side of the unit.
2. Press the FUNC button [9] to switch to USB function mode. The unit will detect the USB flash memory
drive and read any compatible MP3 files from it.
3. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button [13] to start playback; press the STOP button [12] to stop playback.
Remark: Depending on the capacity of the device, the reading can take more than 1 minute.
The unit cannot read my USB device.
1. If your USB device needs power, you may need to switch on before connecting it to the boombox.
2. This unit does not support a direct USB connection with a computer. You need to use a USB flash
memory device, or an MP3 player.
3. If you are connecting a USB external hard disk: you may need to connect it to both an external power
source and the boombox. If you are using a self-powered PMP, make sure that the battery is sufficiently
charged.
4. Check that your USB device is formatted in the FAT or FAT 32 file system format. USB device formatted
as NTFS are not compatible with this unit. Caution: if you attempt to modify your file system, formatting
your device will erase all data. Please refer to your USB device’s instruction manual first.

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MP3 PLAYBACK OPERATION
1. PLAY / PAUSE: Press the PLAY / PAUSE button [13] once to play an MP3. Press it again to pause
playback.
2. Find your favorite track to play by pressing the /+ [6] or /– [7] buttons to skip forward or backward.
3. The LCD display [5] will show the selected track number.
4. To repeat playback of a particular track, press MODE [8] once.
5. To repeat the whole tracks file, press MODE [8] again.
6. To repeat the entire CD playback, press MODE [8] again.
7. To play tracks in random order, press MODE [8] again.
8. To stop playback, press the STOP button [12].
AUX IN FUNCTION
This boombox features an AUX line-in jack for connecting your iPod, MP3 player or other digital music player.
1. Connect the headphone jack of your external device to the AUX IN jack [15] located on the back cabinet
of the boombox. (The connection cable is not included).
2. Press the FUNC button [9] to place the unit in “AUX” mode.
3. Start to play your iPod, MP3 player or other external audio device.
4. Slowly adjust both volume controls on your boombox and the external device.
5. Turn off your iPod, MP3 player and etc. when you are finished listening. Turn the boombox off and
unplug the device from the AUX IN jack [15].
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Range: AM 520 - 1710 kHz
FM 87.5 - 108 MHz
Power Sources: AC 120V~ 60Hz 12W or
6 x DC 1.5V "C" size batteries (optional, not included)
Note: Specifications are subject to change for continuous improvement without prior notice.
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 slightly damp cloth moistened with water. The cloth should never be wet. 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.

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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
- Press FUNC [9] to put the unit in FM
or AM radio mode.
- Increase Volume.
CD player will not play
- Unit not in CD function mode.
- CD is not loaded properly.
- If the CD is self-compiled, the media
used may not be compatible with the
player.
- Press FUNC [9] to put the unit in
CD function mode.
- Load 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.
Sound appears
distorted at high volume
setting
- Volume control is set to maximum.
- Adjust Volume Control to a lower
comfortable level.
- Turn off DBBS function for very loud
music.
SUPPORT
If you have problems with your device, please consult the instructions in this manual, as well as the latest
news, alerts, and documentation which can be found by visiting us on the web at www.naxa.com. If you
need further assistance, please contact Naxa Technical Support.
NAXA Technical Support
2320 East 49th St.
Vernon, CA 90058
http://www.naxa.com/naxa_support/