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SOUNDMASTER DISC4400 Manual

SOUNDMASTER DISC4400 Manual

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Follow these 4 steps to complete basic system set-up.
1
Set-Up and Connect AM Antenna, Connect and Extend FM Antenna
2
Connect the Main Unit to Power
This system is designed to operate on 230V 50Hz AC house current. Connecting this system to any other power
supply could result in damage to the unit which is not covered by your warranty.
NOTE: This is a safety feature to reduce the possibility of electric shock. You should have your outdated outlets changed by a
qualified, licensed electrician. Do not file the wide blade on the plug, or use an adapter to make the plug it into your outlet. This
defeats the safety feature and could expose you to electric shock.
BASIC SYSTEM SET-UP
AM
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AM Antenna Jack
FM ANTENNA
FM ANTENNA
AC outlet

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  • Page 1 BASIC SYSTEM SET-UP Follow these 4 steps to complete basic system set-up. Set-Up and Connect AM Antenna, Connect and Extend FM Antenna AM Antenna Jack FM ANTENNA FM ANTENNA Connect the Main Unit to Power This system is designed to operate on 230V 50Hz AC house current. Connecting this system to any other power supply could result in damage to the unit which is not covered by your warranty.
  • Page 2 Install Batteries into Remote Insert two AAA batteries into the remote control while observing the correct (+) and (-) polarities as shown below. Power on the Main Unit Press the STANDBY / button. The main display briefly shows “HELLO. Please refer to page 39 for setting the clock. •...
  • Page 3 Get started This section helps you position and install the unit. Wall Mount the unit Precautions no responsibility for improper mounting that results in accident or injury. Step 1 Remove the stand Step 2 Connect cables Carefully place the unit face down on a flat, stable Connect the antenna cable, and power adaptor to the back of surface that is covered by soft cloth.

  • Page 4: Location Of Controls

    LOCATION OF CONTROLS FUNCTION BUTTON 13. HEADPHONE JACK BUTTON BUTTON REMOTE SENSOR / PAIRING BUTTON BAND BUTTON 16. SD CARD JACK LCD DISPLAY BUTTON BUTTON 18. USB PORT CD DOOR 19. PLAY MODE BUTTON BUTTON 20. VOLUME BUTTON VOLUME BUTTON 21.

  • Page 5: Remote Control

    REMOTE CONTROL OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON 11. SLEEP BUTTON MEMORY/ CLOCK BUTTON 12. STANDBY BUTTON FUNCTION BUTTON 13. MUTE BUTTON /BAND BUTTON 14. TIMER BUTTON SKIP BUTTON BUTTON 16. SKIP BUTTON /PAIRING BUTTON PLAY MODE BUTTON 17. ST/MO/ID3 BUTTON FOLDER UP/DN BUTTON 18.
  • Page 6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Make sure that you have fully extended the FM antenna wire and connected the AM antenna. • Make sure that you have installed batteries in the remote control handset. • Plug the cable from the mains adapter into the socket labelled 12V DC on the back of the system, then switch on at the mains.

  • Page 7: Audio Controls

    AUDIO CONTROLS Volume Controls To increase or decrease the system volume ► Press the VOLUME UP or VOLUME DN buttons on the remote control or ▲ /▼ on the front panel. The Volume Level Indicator will appear on the display when you change the volume level.

  • Page 8: Compatible Storage Devices

    COMPATIBLE STORAGE DEVICES This system supports playback of music from CD discs as well as USB and flash memory card devices. Supported DISC Types Supported Memory Card Formats • • CD Audio Secure Digital™ (SD) • • CD-R miniSD™ (with adapter only) •...

  • Page 9: Compatible Audio Formats

    COMPATIBLE AUDIO FORMATS This system supports playback of songs in CD-audio (pre-recorded CDs), MP3 and Windows Media formatted Audio (WMA). This system does not support Digital Rights Management (DRM). This system cannot play songs purchased from iTunes or other songs in AAC format, songs in ATRAC format or songs purchased from some online music retailers. It may be possible to convert your music to one of the playable compressed formats, or burn it to an audio CD, depending on the DRM restrictions.

  • Page 10: Inserting And Removing Flash Devices

    INSERTING AND REMOVING FLASH DEVICES Flash devices are inserted at the front panel of the unit. SD/MMC USB DISK Inserting and Removing USB Flash Memory Devices ► Insert the USB connector into the socket on the unit and press gently to seat.

  • Page 11: Normal Playback

    CD OPERATION Normal Playback ► Press the FUNCTION button to select “CD” function. ► Press the OPEN/CLOSE button on remote control or on front panel to open the CD door. ► Load a disc into the player with the printed label facing out. ►...

  • Page 12: Pause Control

    Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to begin playback. ► Playback will continue until all tracks on the disc have been played, then the player stops and the display shows the total tracks number and playing time on the disc. ► To stop playback at any time, press the /BAND button.

  • Page 13: Repeat Playback

    Repeat Playback The Repeat function in this system allows you to continuously repeat a single track, or the entire disc. The Repeat function can be activated during playback or while the player is stopped. One Track Repeat ► Select the track to be repeated and begin playback. ►...

  • Page 14: Programmed Playback

    Programmed Playback The Programmed Playback feature allows you to program a total of up to 40 tracks in any desired order. You may program the same track to play several times within a program sequence if desired. Note: You cannot program tracks during playback. If a disc is playing press the /BAND button first to stop playback before beginning the programming steps below .
  • Page 15 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to begin programmed playback. The ”MEMORY” indicator remains 5 seconds on display. The player will play all the tracks that you programmed in the desired sequence. After the last programmed track has played the player stops, but the programmed sequence remains in the memory. To play the programmed sequence again, press the MEMORY/CLOCK button then the PLAY/PAUSE button.
  • Page 16 PLAYING MP3 & WMA CDS Most of the normal CD operations described in this manual also apply to MP3/WMA CDs. However there are a few differences in MP3/WMA CD playback functions, and these are described on the following pages. MP3/WMA CD Reading Time and Display Information After you load an MP3/WMA CD the player will read each of the directories or albums on the disc, one at a time, and display the number of directories and the cumulative number of tracks.
  • Page 17 ► Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to start playback. MP3/WMA CD Repeat Playback There are 3 Repeat Playback options with MP3/WMA CDs. In addition to the Repeat 1 Track and Repeat All Tracks options which are the same for normal CDs, you may also select Directory Repeat Mode to repeat all the tracks contained in a single Directory. To repeat a single track on an MP3/WMA CD ►...
  • Page 18 MP3/WMA Random Playback Modes This function operate the same way for MP3/WMA CDs as they do for normal CDs. Random Playback ► Load an MP3/WMA CD in the player. Wait until the reading process is completed. ► Press the PLAY MODE button the “ ”...
  • Page 19 MP3/WMA CD Programmed Playback • When programming the tracks on an MP3/WMA CD you must also select the Directory Number of the tracks being programmed. • You can program up to 40 tracks on an MP3/WMA CD, same as for a normal CD. •...

  • Page 20: Memory Card Operation

    MEMORY CARD OPERATION Playing MP3/WMA Audio Files Stored On SD/MMC Memory Cards NOTE: The memory card slot on this system enables playback of songs only in MP3 and WMA formats (without DRM). It cannot play songs purchased from iTunes or other songs in AAC format, songs in ATRAC format or songs purchased from some online music retailers.

  • Page 21: Usb Operation

    USB OPERATION Playing MP3/WMA Audio Files On Portable USB Storage Devices NOTE: The USB port on this system enables playback of songs only in MP3 and WMA formats (without DRM). It cannot play songs purchased from iTunes or other songs in AAC format, songs in ATRAC format or songs purchased from some online music retailers.

  • Page 22: Bluetooth Operation

    BLUETOOTH OPERATION This section guides you through the operation of the Bluetooth functions of DISC 4400. Please refer to the Quick Start Guide included with this user manual for a brief overview of the Bluetooth set-up. NOTE: Bluetooth connectivity performance may vary with brand and model of connected device. For best performance, please connect newer Bluetooth devices incorporating Bluetooth 2.0 and using the latest firmware update available from the device vendor.
  • Page 23 Bluetooth Messages BLUETOOTH CONNECTION MESSAGES Display Message Audio Meaning DISC 4400 is visible to any devices that wish to pair with it. Double beep Mobile phone has connected to DISC 4400 using Bluetooth hands-free or headset profile Double beep Capable device has connected to DISC 4400 using Bluetooth stereo profile Long beep Mobile phone disconnected...
  • Page 24 BLUETOOTH CONNECTION MESSAGES Display Message Audio Meaning Ringing tone (outgoing) Dialing call (outgoing) Ringing, phone dependent Incoming call Caller ID incoming call Call audio Call started Short beep Call ended Transfer from unit to handset or back Mute the microphone Bluetooth Performance Considerations Bluetooth is a short-range radio communication standard.
  • Page 25 BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONS SET-UP IMPORTANT - Ensure all Bluetooth devices within 30 feet have Bluetooth transmission disabled. The presence of other functioning Bluetooth devices during connection may lead to operational difficulties. Ensure the main unit is plugged into AC power and turned on. Connecting a Mobile Phone (Headset profile, Hands free profile) NOTE: Follow the steps below for pairing and connecting your devices for the first time.
  • Page 26 Connecting a Stereo Music (A2DP)-Capable Mobile Phone IMPORTANT: If you are connecting an A2DP-capable phone and you wish to use both the A2DP (music) and hands-free (speakerphone) functions of your phone together, only one device supporting A2DP may be connected at one time. NOTE: This connection requires a mobile phone supporting the Bluetooth A2DP profile for stereo music connection.
  • Page 27 3 Stereo Music Connection to PCs and PDAs NOTE: This connection requires a device supporting the Bluetooth A2DP profile for stereo music connection. Please ensure your device has the latest versions of software drivers and/or firmware supporting Bluetooth functionality. Compatibility with all devices is not guaranteed.
  • Page 28 4 Connecting Other Bluetooth Devices DISC 4400 can connect to some simple Bluetooth transmitters and dongles made by other manufacturers that can provide a passkey of 0000. Devices that cannot provide a passkey of 0000, or have a hard-wired passkey of other than 0000 cannot connect to DISC 4400.
  • Page 29 BLUETOOTH SPEAKERPHONE OPERATION The Bluetooth speakerphone functions of DISC 4400 al low easy conference calling and seamless switching between music playback and making or receiving phone calls. When you make or receive a call, music playback will pause and restart again once the call is complete.

  • Page 30: Receiving A Call

    ► To end the call, press HANDUP bottom on your mobile phone, on the BAND button on main unit or on the remote. Display shows “END CALL.” Music playback automatically resumes. ► To redial last number press and hold /PAIRING button for 5 seconds. The call will be placed automatically.

  • Page 31: Hold Function

    HOLD Function While in a call you may mute the microphone on the DISC 4400 so that the other party cannot hear your voice ► Press the / PAIRING button while a call is active The display shows “HOLD” The microphone is muted. ►...

  • Page 32: Other Bluetooth Functions

    OTHER BLUETOOTH FUNCTIONS Resuming Bluetooth Connections DISC 4400 can store pairing information for up to seven devices and recall it at any time, allowing a portable device to reconnect whenever DISC 4400 is powered on, or when a device comes into communication range. Once initial pairing is completed, re-pairing of devices is not necessary.

  • Page 33: Hints For Better Reception

    Hints For Better Reception The FM lead wire antenna on the back panel should be extended to its full length. You may also have to vary the direction of this antenna until you find the position that provides the best reception. 75OHM Insert the socket of loop aerial into the AM antenna socket on the unit.

  • Page 34: Presetting Stations In The Tuner Memory

    Presetting Stations In The Tuner Memory You can store up to 40 of your favorite stations (30 FM / 10 AM) in the tuner memory for easy recall at any time Using either the manual or automatic tuning method described on page 36, tune to the first station you wish to memorize.

  • Page 35: Other Functions

    OTHER FUNCTIONS Setting the Clock When the AC power is connected, “AM 12:00” will appear on the display The clock can only be set while the unit is off. ► Press the MEMORY/CLOCK button, the display will show SET CLOCK. ►...
  • Page 36 ► Press TIMER to confirm. Display shows "SET ON TIMER" then press TIMER to confirm. The hour digits hour digits begin to flash. ► Press to set the on time hour. ► Press TIMER to confirm. Minute digits begin to flash. ►...

  • Page 37: Stereo Headphone Jack

    Stereo Headphone Jack This system includes a stereo PHONES jack on the front panel of the main unit. You may connect a set of stereo headphones, not included, to this jack for private listening without disturbing others. The main speakers are automatically shut off when headphones are connected to the PHONES jack. Make sure that the plug from your headphones is fully inserted into the headphone jack.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING General No power • AC connection is not complete. Check all cords and cables. System does not respond to key presses • The built-in microprocessor may malfunction due to external electrical interference. • Unplug the AC power cord and then plug it back in. Unable to operate the System from the remote control •...

  • Page 39: Radio Operations

    Speakerphone Operations Voice is not clear • Move closer to the microphone. • Talk louder. • Choose a room with less echo and/or less background noise. Other party hears echo • Reduce the system volume. A setting of 13 or below will give the best echo performance. •...

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