COMPACT DISC PLAYER

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Before using the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, THE CD PLAYER AND AC/DC

ADAPTOR DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

INFORMATION (FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN USA)

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.

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 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.

-Connecttheequipmentintoan outletthat isona circuitdifferentfromthe onethe receiverisconnected.

-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user authority to operate the equipment.

Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 class B specification.

FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM AND / EUROPEAN COUNTRIES

This compact disc player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.

The CLASS LASER PRODUCT label is located on the bottom exterior.

PRECAUTIONS

ON SAFETY

As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the casing. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Do not put any foreign objects in the safety slot inside the disc compartment. If you do so, the laser beam may come out when the lid is opened.

Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 6V (external power input) jack. Should any solid objects or liquid fall into the unit, disconnect the power supply and have the unit checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

ON OPERATION

Since the CD system offers a wide dynamic range, the peaks of the high level inputs are recorded with high fidelity, and the noise level is very low. Do not turn up the volume while listening to a part of the disc with no audio signals or very low level inputs. If you do so, the speakers may be damaged when the peak level of the sound is played. The lens on the disc table should be kept clean. Do not touch the lens or poke at it. If you do so, the lens may be damaged and the unit will not operate properly.

Notes:

???The normal function of the product may be disturbed by interference and shows error message, just reconnect the power source for resume normal operation.

???The CD player and adaptor shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

ON INSTALLATION

Never install the unit where it would be subject to:

-heat sources such as radiators or airducts.

-direct sunlight.

-excessive dust.

-moisture or rain.

-mechanical vibration or shock.

-uneven surface.

???Do not place any heavy object on top of the unit.

???When the unit is used with an AC power adaptor, do not wrap the unit in a cloth, blanket, etc. If you do so, the temperature inside and outside the unit may rise considerably, resulting in malfunctioning of the unit or serious accidents.

???If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit. Should this occur, the unit will not operate. In this case, remove the disc and leave the unit in a warm place for several hours until the moisture evaporates.

???For the unit to operate at its best, it should not be subject to temperatures below 5o C (41o F) or above 35o C (95o F).

NOTES ON HEADPHONES / EARPHONES

Do not use headphones / earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle, it may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your headsets at high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.

Avoid using headphones / earphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.

Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to the people around you.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest dealer.

NOTES:

???This unit can play Audio Discs including CD-Recordables and CD-Rewriteables. Do not try to play CD-ROMs, CD-ls, CDVs, or computer CDs.

???The unit may not play a CD-R/RW disc that is recorded on personal computers or some kinds of CD- R/RW recorders because of differences in recording platforms.

???Do not attach any seal or label to either side(the recordable side or the labled side) of a CD-R/RW disc. It may cause malfunction.

???Do not use irregular shape CDs(example: heart-shaped, octagonal ones). It may result in malfunction.

???When a CD-RW is loaded, it takes about 15 seconds before it can be play-back.

POWER SOURCES

USING WITH BATTERIES

Insert two size AA batteries (LR6 or MN1500 alkaline) according to the ?????? and ??? ??? marks correctly aligned.

NOTES ON BATTERIES

???Insert batteries with correct polarity.

???Do not use old batteries together with new ones or different types of batteries together.

???If the electrolyte inside the battery should leak, wipe the contaminated parts in the battery compartment with a cloth and replace the old batteries with new ones.

???When the unit is not used for a long period of time, remove the batteries.

???Do not mix ALKALINE, standard (CARBON-ZINC) or rechargeable (NICKEL-CADMIUM) batteries.

NOTES ON ??? ???

???During playback (batteries are in use), ??? ??? is off.

???When the battery voltage level is low, ??? ??? will flash for approx. 10 ~15 minutes, playback still continues in this period.

???Playback would automatically come to a stop when the batteries have no more power. Do not repeatedly press ??? ??? button as the unit may operate incorrectly. Replace all the batteries with new ones.

?????? ??? will not be on when an AC adaptor is used.

USING ON HOUSE CURRENT

If the unit you purchased does not include an AC power adaptor, please use a 6V 350mA AC power adaptor. Plus pole ??? ??? to the centre pin of the 5.5 mm socket.

When the unit is not used, be sure to disconnect the AC power adaptor.

FUNCTION OF CONTROLS

STOP

Press once for disc playing stops.

Press twice for power off.

Track search and fast forward / fast reverse

SKIP -

Press ??? ??? lightly / repeatedly:

To locate the beginning of the current selection or previous selections.

Keep ??? ??? depressed:

To go back at high speed(search).

SKIP +

Press ??? ??? lightly / repeatedly:

To locate the beginning of next selection / selections.

Keep ??? ??? depressed:

To go ahead at high speed (search).

Mains socket

DISC PLAYING

1.Open the CD tray with the ???PUSH OPEN ??? button.

2.Insert the CD with the printed side facing upwards and push the disc gently until it clicks so that the disc fits into the pivot.

3.Press the CD door to close.

ON DISPLAY WINDOWS

When you press ??? ??? button, the display window shows:

DURING PLAYING

The track number of the current selection appears.

When ??? ??? is pressed during play, total number of tracks on the disc will be displayed and the unit is still on.

The unit will return to full stop mode automatically after approximately 30 seconds if no button is pressed again within 30 seconds.

If ??? ??? is pressed again the unit will return to full stop mode. If ??? ??? is pressed the unit returns to play mode.

DURING PAUSE

The playing track number will flash.

Pause mode of the first track

When no disc is inserted onto the player, and when ??? ??? button is pressed, the display window will show ??????.

The unit cannot be operated when error message is displayed. After approx. 30 seconds the unit will return to full stop mode. Reset the player by pressing ??? ??? once and then insert a disc to start playing.

4.Repeat steps 2 and 3, until all the desired tracks are programmed ( up to 20 tracks).

5. Press ??? ??? button, ??? PROG ??? stops flashing and program playing starts.

NOTES:

???Repeat play and intro play can be performed during program play. But random play is inactive.

???The program is erased when the disc compartment is opened or the auto power off function turns the power off.

???If the program mode is exited by means of the ??? ??? key, all the programs would still remain in memory.

To change: When checking press either skip button to alter the track number for the program currently displayed. Press ??? PROG ??? button to register the newly selected track into memory.

To delete: When open the CD door including that program will be cancelled.

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

Should any problem persist after you have made the following checks, consult your nearest service facility.

DISC PLAY DOES NOT START:

???The disc is inserted upside down or incorrectly. Insert the disc correctly with the label surface up

???Dusty or defective disc

???Dirty or dusty lens

???The disc compartment lid is not closed

???Moisture condensation-> leave the unit in a warm place until the moisture evaporates

???The AC power adaptor is not plugged into the wall outlet

???The unit is not placed on a level surface

???Weak batteries

NO SOUND FROM THE HEADSETS:

???The headphones / earphones plug is not firmly connected to the ??? PHONES ??? jack.

???Adjust the volume control

???Dirty plug

SKIPPING OF SOUND:

???Dirty or defective disc

???Dirty lens

???Strong vibration

WHEN USING WITH BATTERIES THE BATTERY LIFE IS SHORT:

???Use alkaline batteries and not manganese batteries.

DISPLAY WINDOW SHOWS ??? ??? ERROR MESSAGE AND THE UNIT CANNOT BE

OPERATED:

???No disc, dirty or scratched disc. The unit will return to power off after approx. 30 seconds, or reset the player by pressing ??? ??? button once and then insert a disc to start playing.

VARIOUS PLAYING MODES

During playback, every time the ??? MODE ??? button is pressed, the playing mode would be changed to the next one as follows:

IN NORMAL PLAYING MODE:

NORMAL PLAY -> ( ) REPEAT ONE -> () REPEAT ALL -> INTRO -> SHUFFLE

NORMAL PLAY-- Playing the whole disc

The CD is played once from the beginning to the end.

REPEAT PLAYBACK-- Repeat one and repeat all

???To repeat the same track

Press ??? MODE ??? button during play until ??? ??? appears in the display window. Select desired track to be played only once by pressing

???To repeat whole disc

Press ??? MODE ??? button during play until ??? ??? appears in the display.

The whole disc will be played repeatedly.

INTRO PLAY-- Playing the first about ten seconds of all the tracks

1. Press ??? MODE ??? button during play until ??? INTRO ??? flashes in the display. 2. Press ??? ??? button to begin ??? INTRO ??? play.

(Play each track for approx. 10 seconds.)

3. Pressing ??? ??? button again will cease ??? INTRO ??? play and continue playback in the ??? NORMAL ??? play mode.

NOTE: ??? INTRO ??? play always starts from the first track.

The SKIP PROTECTION System incorporates a special electronic circuit that prevents sound from skipping when the unit is subjected to shocks and vibration during play.

When you start playback, the SKIP PROTECTION System turns on and ?????? indicator appears in the display to prevent sound skipping.

When the unit receives a physical shock which prevents the laser pick-up from "reading" the CD, this system immediately starts playing the sound stored in its memory and continues until the laser pick-up recovers.

If the unit is subjected to continuous shocks and all the data stored in memory is used up the sound will skip.

If the vibration stops then the data memory will be restored. If continuous vibration is applied when the data memory is empty, an error message ?????? will be displayed. To reset the CD player press ??? ??? once.

MAINTENANCE

CLEANING THE UNIT

Do not use volatile chemicals on this unit. Clean by lightly wiping with a soft cloth.

CLEANING A CD

If the CD skips or will not play, the disc may need to be cleaned.

Before playing, wipe the disc from the centre out with a cleaning cloth. After playing, store the disc in its case.

HANDLING THE DISC

Only touch the CD on the edge to avoid leaving finger prints on its surface.

Do not stick paper or tape or write anything on the surface.

GENERAL

OUTPUT (at 1KHz 0dB level): Headphones / earphones (stereo mini-jack) 15 mW+15mW at 16 Ohms to 32 Ohms

POWER REQUIREMENTS: 3V --- (2 x AA / LR6 / MN 1500) alkaline batteries,or DC IN 6V, 350mApower adaptor

Polarity of plug

OPERATING VOLTAGE:

We continually strive to improve our products, specifications may change without notice.

Printed in China

811-800091-170