Tiger Electronics Star Wars Darth Maul 88-308 User manual

To enhance the bass effect
Set the BASS BOOST switch to the ON position.
Note: The bass boost performance will be dependent on the VOLUME
control setting.
Remove the disc
Hold the edge and gently press the
center pivot as illustrated, then pick
up the disc.
Caution: Wait for the disc to stop
rotating before pressing the OPEN
button.
Note: This unit can play 3" (8cm)
single CDs without an adaptor. Do
not use a CD single adaptor for
these discs.
1.WARNING:
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
IMPORTANT NOTE
1.This product does not contain a separate Power On / Off switch. After 
inserting a disc and installing batteries / AC adaptor, simply press 
the Play button to switch on and play a disc.
2.In order to maximize battery life and provide optimum playing time, 
this product has an Auto Power Off function. The player will automatically 
switch off approximately 1 minute after a disc has finished playing or 
when the CD lid is opened.
INSTRUCTION
AGES 5 & UP
MODEL 88-308
883080001IWTI-01
7.LOCATION OF CONTROLS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warning & Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2
Warning & FCC Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4
Power Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Batteries
AC Adaptor
Headphone and Hi-Fi Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Location of Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Basic Disc Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
LCD Display Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Repeat / Play Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Intro Scan and Programmed Track Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Random Play / Skip and Search Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Electronic Anti-Shock Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Player Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Disc Cleaning and Trouble-Shooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
90 - Day Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.SAFETY PRECAUTION
1.As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to the 
eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the casing.
2.Stop operation immediately if any liquid or solid object should fall into 
the cabinet. Unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel.
3.Do not touch the lens or poke at it. If you do, you may damage the 
lens and the player may not operate properly.
4.Do not put anything in the safety slot. If you do, the laser diode will 
be ON when the lid is still opened.
5.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, and unplug the AC adaptor from the 
wall outlet. Make it a practice to remove the AC adaptor by grasping 
the main body and not by pulling the cord.
6.This unit employs a laser. The use of controls or adjustment or 
performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result 
in exposure to hazardous radiation.
4.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:
* Reposition 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.
5.POWER SOURCES
Batteries
1.Open the battery compartment cover and insert two "AA" alkaline 
batteries inside the battery compartment. Follow the polarity as 
indicated in the battery compartment.
2.Close the battery compartment cover.
Note: When the unit is to be operated using batteries, always unplug
the AC adaptor from the AC power outlet and the DC input jack from the
set. Otherwise the player will not operate.
AC/DC (6V) Adaptor Operation ( Not Included )
9.LCD DISPLAY INFORMATION
During STOP mode
The total number of tracks and the
total playing time of the disc are
displayed.
During PLAY mode
The track number and the elapsed
playing time are displayed.
During PAUSE mode
The track playback is paused, the
elapsed time and track number is
flashing.
Note: When lid is opened during play mode ----- shows in the display
indication the door is open.
Note: A flashing indication
appears in the upper right of the
display when the batteries need to be
changed.
10.REPEAT / PLAY MODES
Every time the MODE button is pressed, the corresponding mode appears
in the display window, in the following sequence:
Push MODE button once and is shown in
the LCD display, the current track on the disc
will be repeated.
Push the MODE button twice and is
shown in the LCD display, all tracks on the disc
will be repeated.
Note: In normal mode none of the above
symbols appear in the display.
NORMAL PLAY
To play the entire disc, press PLAY once.
3.WARNING: 6.HEADPHONE AND HI - FI CONNECTION
Listening with the Headphones
Connect the plug of the stereo headphones (included)
into the PHONES (green) socket.
CAUTION: Avoid excessive volume levels for a long
period of time when using headphones, as this may
impair your hearing.
Connecting to Component Audio
Systems
Connect the stereo connection cable
(not included)) into the LINE OUT
(black) socket of the unit and the
CD / AUX inputs of an audio system.
Note: Always switch the power off
before making any connections
between the player and another unit.
8.BASIC DISC PLAY
1.Connect the headphones to the 
PHONES (green) socket.
2.Press the OPEN button to open the 
CD compartment lid.
3.Adjust the VOLUME to minimum.
4.Insert the disc with the label side 
facing up.
5.Close the lid securely until a click is 
heard.
6.Press the PLAY button to start playing.
1
31
2
Approximately
6 hours
Note: Carbon-zinc or Zinc Chloride type batteries are not recommended
for this unit as their use will result in extremely short playing times.
Wherever possible and for economy, it is recommended that the AC
adaptor (not included) be used.
Alkaline MN 1500,
LR6 or Equivalent
Battery Type Average Playing Time (continuous play)
Approximately
3.5 hours
Anti Shock Mode Normal Mode
3.For better performance and longer
operation time, wrecommend the use
of alkaline batteries.
4.a)Do not mix old and new batteries. 
b)Do not mix alkaline, standard 
(carbon-zinc) or rechargeable
(nickel-cadmium) batteries.
5.If the unit is not to be used for an
extended period of time, remove the
batteries. Old or leaking batteries can
cause damage to the unit and may
void the warranty.
Turning Power On and Off
This unit has no ON / OFF switch. To turn on and off, press the following
buttons.
To turn on: Press PLAY / PAUSE (playback starts)
To turn off: Press STOP button once for standby mode. Press STOP
button again to turn off the power.
Auto Power-Off Function
When the unit is stopped (standby mode) for approximately 1 minute,
the power is automatically turned off.
This product contains a low power laser device.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
CAUTION
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS
DEFEATED
Total no. of tracks Total playing time
This sixth track has elapsed 2 min. 30 sec.
MODE MODE MODE MODE
MODE x 1press
During play
PLAY / PAUSE
x 1press
Press once to play
MODE x 2press
During play
Volume Control Knob
Headphone Socket
Line Out Socket
Door Open
Button
Skip / Search
Button
Bass Boost
Switch
Program
Button
Display Lens Mode
Button Stop Button
Play / Pause Button
ASP Button
DC Input
Socket
Incorporated into the design of this full-feature Compact Disc Player is a face
plate depicting the evil Sith Lord Darth Maul. Darth Maul learns the power
of the dark side from his master Darth Sidious. Darth Sidious is a Dark Lord
of the Sith and the mysterious power behind the Trade Federation's blockade
of Naboo.
TO
TO CD / AUX
IMPUT
TO LINE OUT
2
3
5
4
6
DARTH MAUL
CDPLAYER
DARTH MAUL
CDPLAYER
TM
1. Use an AC/DC (6V) Adaptor with 
a). A class 2 power source.
b). Input: 120V AC/60Hz
c). Output: 6V D.C., 500mA
d). Centre positive
e). Dimension 4mm
2. Insert the DC plug, at the end
of the AC/DC (6V) adaptor cord
into the DC input jack, on the
side of the unit.
3. Plug the AC/DC (6V) adaptor
into a 120V, 60Hz AC power
wall outlet socket. (Make sure
the input of the AC/DC (6V)
adaptor match with your local
supply, if you have any problem,
please consult with your dealer.)

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980 Woodlands Parkway, Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061, U.S.A.
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12.RANDOM PLAY/SKIP AND SEARCH 
FUNCTIONS
RANDOM
This enables all the tracks on a disc to be played in a random (RAND)
sequence.
For example: if RAND is selected while playing track 8, the random
function will begin operating when track 8 has finished playing.
When all the tracks on the disc have been played in the random mode,
the CD player will automatically stop and power down in one minute to
conserve battery life.
To select RAND mode, push the MODE button four times during play.
Pressing MODE once more will return the unit to NORMAL play mode.
11.Intro Scan and Programmed Track Play
INTRO
To listen to the first 10 seconds of each song on the disc use the INTRO
feature. To initiate INTRO, press MODE button three times while the disc
is playing. If you wish to start the disc in INTRO mode, press MODE
button three times and then press
13.ELECTRONIC ANTI-SHOCK OPERATION
IThis player incorporates an electronic anti-shock circuit to help prevent
interruption of the sound output when the unit is subjected to shock or
vibration during disc playback. If in use the player is likely to be subjected
to shock or vibration (i.e. while walking or if used in a vehicle) press the
anti-shock button to provide uninterrupted playback.
When the anti-shock button is pressed in the play mode, the display will
show and the function is initialized. When shows in the display, the
data buffer is full.
14.PLAYER MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Cabinet
Wipe with a soft cloth. If the cabinet is very dirty, dampen the cloth with
a weak solution of neutral detergent and water, then wipe clean.
Dust or Dry Particles
Using a camera lens brush / blower, blow on the lens a couple of times,
then wipe it lightly with the brush to remove dust. Then, blow on the
lens once more.
Fingerprints
If the lens cannot be cleaned using the brush / blowing method, use a
cotton swab starting in the middle and work to the outside edge.
15.DISC CLEANING AND 
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc
from the center out.
PROGRAM
This allows selected tracks on the disc to by played in any desired order.
To set the program play
Note: Programs can be set in the STOP mode.
1. Press the PROGRAM button when
the unit is in the stop mode. The
track number will appear in the
display with the indicator
flashing.
2. Press or to select the
desired track.
3. Press the PROG button to enter
the track into memory.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program up
to 24 tracks into memory.
5. Press to start the programmed play.
6. To erase the program, press the STOP button twice.
Note: Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, commercially
available cleaners or anti-static spray intended for analog discs.
Should you experience difficulties in the use of this player, please refer
to the following chart or call 1- 888-844-7767 for customer service.
16.90-DAY LIMITED WARRANTY
Tiger Electronics, Ltd. (Tiger) warrants to the original consumer purchaser of
this product that the product will be free from defects in materials or
workmanship for 90 days from the date of original purchase. This warranty
does not cover damages resulting from accident, negligence, improper service
or use or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or workmanship.
During this 90-day warranty period, the product will either be repaired or
replaced (at Tiger’s option) without charge to the purchaser, when returned
with proof of the date of purchase to either the dealer or to Tiger.
Product returned to Tiger without proof of the date of purchase or after the
90-day warranty period has expired, but prior to one year from the original
date of purchase, will be repaired or replaced (at Tiger’s option) for a service
fee of U.S.$60.00. Payments must be by check or money order payable to
Tiger Electronics, Ltd.
The foregoing states the purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy for any
breach of warranty with respect to the product.
All product returned must be shipped prepaid and insured for loss or damage
to: Tiger Electronics, Ltd. Repair Dept.
980 Woodlands Parkway, 
Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061, U.S.A.
The product should be carefully packed in the original box or other packing
materials sufficient to avoid damage during shipment. Include a complete
written description of the defect, a check if product is beyond the 90-day
warranty period, and your printed name, address and telephone number.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND NO OTHER
REPRESENTATIONS OR CLAIMS OF ANY NATURE SHALL BE BINDING ON
OR OBLIGATE TIGER IN ANY WAY. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES APPLICABLE
TO THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE NINETY (90)
DAY PERIOD DESCRIBED ABOVE. IN NO EVENT WILL TIGER BE LIABLE
FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM POSSESSION, USE, OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS TIGER
PRODUCT.
Some states do not allow limitations as to how long an implied warranty lasts
and/or exclusions or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so
the above limitations and/or exclusions of liability may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
For more information about Tiger Electronics, our products and special
promotions, please visit our Web Site at: www.tigertoys.com
Locating a Particular Track
To return to the beginning of the current or a previous track, press the
lightly and repeatedly.
To move to the beginning of each subsequent track, press the lightly
and repeatedly.
Locating a Particular Point in a track
To search backward at high speed, press and hold the button.
To search forward at high speed, press and hold the button.
Low level audio will be heard during the search process to assist in
locating the correct point in the track.
The sound will mute for approximately 1 second while the buffer fills.
Once filled the buffer will give approximately 10 seconds of protection
against interruption of sound output. If the player is subjected to shocks
of over 10 second duration some interruption of sound output will occur.
This is normal and to be expected and the sound will resume once the
player has stabilized from the shock.
To turn this function off, press the ANTI-SHOCK button again.
If you experience trouble with this equipment, please contact the following
address and phone number for information on obtaining service or repairs.
Company: Tiger Electronics, Ltd., Repair Dept.
Address: 980 Woodlands Parkway
Vernon Hills, IL 60061, U.S.A.
Tel. No. 847-913-8100
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM THINGS TO CHECK
Player fails to function
Disc may be inserted upside down.
Disc not mounted correctly on chuck
Dirty or defective disc
Dirty pick up lens
Player lid is not closed properly
Moisture / condensation, slowly warm
player up to room temperature for 60
minutes
AC power to adaptor is switched off
Weak batteries
Auto power off has occurred, press
play button to restore power
No sound from Headphones Headphone plug is not firmly inserted
into the green PHONES socket.
No sound when played
through an external amplifier
Connection is incorrect
Power to external amplifier not
switched on
Intermittent sound
Dirty or defective disc
Dirty pick up lens
Player is subject to excessive vibration
or shock
Low battery power
Poor Headphone connection
MODE x 3press
During play
Track no. of the first desired selection
The second selection
MODE x 4press
During play
Notes:
1. When using the ANTI-SHOCK function the battery power consumption
increases because the disc rotates faster than normal and the dynamic
memory is active.
2. While the ANTI-SHOCK function provides for continuous sound output
when the unit is subjected to shock or vibration, it will not correct
errors arising from the use of defective, scratched or dirty discs.
3. When powering the player solely from batteries, only use the ANTI-
SHOCK function where necessary to preserve battery life.
PROG x 1press
During STOP mode
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