SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before using the unit, be sure to read all operat- ing instructions carefully. Please note that these are general precautions and may not pertain to your unit. For example, this unit may not have the capability to be connected to an outdoor antenna.
Power Sources This portable audio system is designed to operate on either 240V AC, 50Hz house current. AC Operation Unwind the AC cord and extend it to its full length. Insert the small end of the AC cord into the AC socket on the rear of the unit.
BATTERIES NOTE: The button cell battery contains mercury, don't put in the trash. Recycle or dispose as hazardous waste. NOTE: You may need to remove a protective covering from the remote's battery compartment before using the remote control. POWER SOURCES (FOR REMOTE CONTROL)
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Setting up your micro system Checking FM/AM Radio reception Your micro system has a built-in antenna for AM radio. To improve reception, you need to rotate your unit. Unwind the external FM wire antenna and extend it to its full length to improve FM reception.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Using your radio Plug the AC Power cord into a power outlet. Press the POWER button on the main unit or remote control to turn the system "On". If necessary, press the FUNCTION button to select the Radio mode and the frequency will be shown in display.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Programming radio station presets: You can program as many as 10 FM and 10 AM radio station presets. After you program a station, you can tune to the station by pressing one of the SKIP/TUNE Buttons. To program a radio station: Press the POWER Button to turn on your radio.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS To tune to a radio station preset: Press the POWER Button to turn on your radio. Press the FUNCTION button one or more times until TUNER appears on the display. Press the STOP/BAND Button to select AM or FM. Press the M–...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS To set up a CD program (program up to 20 tracks): Press the POWER Button to turn on your unit, then Press the FUNCTION Button one or more times until CD track "--" appears on the display. Insert a CD into the CD compartment. If the CD starts playing, press the STOP Button.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS To active Timer function: In power o ff mode, you depress the TIMER button 2 seconds, the "TIMER" appear on the display, that the unit will auto on at "TIMER on" time and will auto off at "TIMER off" time If you depress the TIMER button again, the TIMER function will be cancel.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ® iPod Inserts Your unit comes with removable inserts* to ensure your iPod the top of the unit. Model iPod mini iPod (fourth generation) iPod with color display iPod nano iPod with video (fifth generation) To Place an Insert Select the insert for your iPod ®...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Video Out You will need a television or other video device that has a composite video input. ® Securely dock the iPod Connect the yellow RCA cable (Not Included) into the rear video out jack on the unit. Connect the other end of the yellow RCA cable to the video device.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Stereo Headphone Jack You may connect stereo headphones (not included) to the Headphone jack on the front panel of this system for private listening without disturbing others. When headphones are connected the speakers are automatically shut off. IMPORTANT: Before you connect your headphones, set the VOLUME control of this system to a low level.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • This unit is designed to play only discs bearing the identification logo as shown here. Other discs may not conform to the CD standard and may not play properly. • Discs should be stored in their cases after each use to avoid damage. •...
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM No sound is heard. Power is not on. VOLUME Control is set to minimum. Mute is on. Station has not been No sound is heard. tuned properly. FM reception is weak. Wrong function is selected. All or part of the CD CD is inserted will not play.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM ® iPod does not Using no or wrong iPod dock properly ® iPod didnít install properly. ® ® iPod does not iPod is not installed properly. respond to the unit ® iPod is locked up. ® ® iPod didnít iPod...
If your query remains unresolved, please feel free to email our support team at: info@curtisint.com or call our UK Customer helpline at: 0 800 032 5264 Curtis International LTD warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year on parts and 90 days on labor.
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