Palsonic PDM-103 Instruction Manual

PDM-103
Compact Disc Player
Instruction Manual
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions: 136 mm (W) x 30 mm (H) x 150 mm (L)
Program Play: Up 20 memory
Weight: 250g (without batteries)
Line output: 0.6V +/- 0.2V
Earphone: 16mW Power requirements: DC 4.5V external and Battery, 3V "AA"
Cell x 2 (LR6, MN1500 or Ni-Cad rechargeable battery)
* For improvement purposes, specification and design are subject to change without notice
PALSONIC CORPORATION PTY LTD
1 JOYNTON AVENUE
WATERLOO NSW 2017 AUSTRALIA
TEL: (02) 9313 7111
www.palsonic.com.au
PALSONIC CUSTOMER SERVICE
TELEPHONE
AUSTRALIA: 1300 657 888
1. POWER SOURCE NORMAL BATTERIES/AC ADAPTOR
Battery Power Operation
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: Zinc/Carbon, 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 mains
adaptor supplied with this unit is used.
FAX: (02) 9313 7555
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AC Operation
1. Insert the DC plug, at the end of the AC
adaptor cord into the DC input jack, on the
side of the unit.
2. Plug the AC adaptor into a 230V AC
power outlet socket.
Note
If the AC plug of this unit does not fit in your
AC outlet, a plug adaptor (not included) should
be used.
Consult your local dealer on the type of plug
adaptor required.
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IMPORTANCE NOTICE
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 ply disc.
2 In order to maximise battery life and provide optimum playing time this product incorporates
an Auto Power Off Function. The power to the player will automatically switch off approxi-
mately 30 seconds after a disc has finished playing or when the CD lid is opened.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Power Sources-Normal Batteries/AC adaptor ......
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Charging and Use of Rechargeable Batteries ....
Earphone and Hi-Fi Connection ......................... 3
Player Maintenance ............................................ 4
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Disc Cleaning and Troubleshooting Guide .........
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Product Specifications ........................................
Player Operation
Basic Disc Play .............................................. 7
LCD Display Information ................................ 8
Repeat/Play Modes ........................................ 9
Intro Scan and Random Play ......................... 10
Programmed Track Play................................. 11
Location of Controls ....................................... 12
Skip and Search Functions ............................ 13
WARNING
To prevent a shock hazard, do not expose
the unit to rain a moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
2. CHARGING AND USE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
Rechargeable Battery Operation
This unit can fully recharge the specified rechargeable battery, in approximately 15 hours The
rechargeable batteries (NOT suppled) should be recharged before they are used for the first time
because they are low in power or if they have not been used for a long period (over 60 days).
1. Open the battery compartment cover and insert two of the recommended rechargeable
batteries, matching polarity (12V 650mA).
BOTH BATTERIES MUST BE OF RECHARGEABLE NICKEL-CADMIUM TYPE,
OTHERWISE THE BATTERIES MAY EXPLODE OR LEAK.
RECHARGE SWITCH
2. Plug in the AC adaptor and set the Recharge switch to ON position to start charging and
Recharge indicator will light on.
USE ONLY THE AC ADAPTOR SUPPLIED WITH THE SET FOR CHARGING.
3. After 15 hours. Please unplug the AC adaptor and switch the Recharge switch to the off position
DO NOT CHARGE CONTINUOUSLY FOR 24 HOURS OR MORE. DOING SO CAN CAUSE
THE PERFORMANCE OF THE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY TO DETERIORATE.
Note You may play DISC'S whilst charging the batteries.
4. If the operating time decreases drastically when when the rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries
are properly recharged, purchase a new set of rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries.
5. When charging for the first time or after a long time, playing time may be reduced. In this
case, charge and discharge the batteries several times.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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. The unit employs a laser. The use of
controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in exposure to
hazardous radiation.
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