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- Page 1 HOME AUDIO SYSTEM with 3-CD Changer, Digital AM/FM Receiver and Remote Control OWNER'S MANUAL MS3110 Visit our web site at www.emersonradio.com MS3110_112106.p65 22/11/2006, 11:48...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The lightning flash with arrow- WARNING: TO REDUCE THE head symbol, within an equi-... -
Page 3: Before We Begin
If, after reading this manual, you experience any problems with the operation of this product, please refer to the instructions for obtaining service at the end of this manual. Emerson and Emerson retailers are committed to your satisfaction. Once again, thanks for purchasing this Emerson audio product. -
Page 4: Important Notes
IMPORTANT NOTES • Avoid installing this unit in places exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat radiating appliances such as electric heaters, on top of other stereo equipment that radiates too much heat, places lacking ventilation or dusty areas, places subject to constant vibration and/ or humid or moist areas. -
Page 5: Preparation For Use
PREPARATION FOR USE Unpacking and Set Up • This carton contains the main unit, two speakers with removable front panels, the pedestal stand, and the remote control handset. Carefully remove all the components from the carton and remove all packing materials form the components. - Page 6 Attaching The Pedestal Stand Note: This system can be used and operated with or without the pedestal stand. If you plan to use this system on a bookshelf, for example, you may find that it is more convenient to use without the pedestal attached. However the pedestal does provide extra stability so we do recommend attaching the pedestal if space is not a problem.
- Page 7 3.) Return the main unit and the pedestal base to the upright position and slide the main unit all the way backward in the direction of the ‘ arrow’ onto the pedestal until the locking tabs ‘ click’ and the main unit is locked in place. If you ever need to remove the main unit from the pedestal: 1.) Place the entire unit face down on a flat surface.
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Page 8: Installing The Back Up Batteries
Installing The Back Up Batteries This system includes a battery back up circuit that will maintain the tuner preset station memories, the clock time, and the timer settings in the event of a temporary power interruption. The battery back up system requires three “AA” batteries, not included. -
Page 9: Remote Control Battery
Remote Control Battery The remote control requires one “button-type” 3-volt lithium battery, included. To extend the life of the original battery we have inserted a small clear plastic spacer tab between the lithium battery and the battery terminal. You must remove this battery spacer tab before you can use the remote control. -
Page 10: Remote Control Storage
Remote Control Storage For your convenience we have included a remote control handset holder on the back cabinet of the main unit. To avoid misplacing the handset we suggest that you store it in this holder when not in use. Battery Precautions •... -
Page 11: Connecting The Speakers
Connecting The Speakers Note: Always connect the speakers before switching the power ‘ On’ , and never operate the system without the speakers properly connected. The speaker cables and the speaker terminals are color-coded. Connect the Black with Gray dashes wires to the Red terminals. Connect the Black wires to the Black terminals. - Page 12 Active Subwoofer Output Jack This system includes an output jack for the connection of an optional active/powered subwoofer. The subwoofer must have its own power supply and AC power cord. You cannot use a passive/un-powered subwoofer. Connect your active subwoofer to the SUB-WOOFER output jack on the back panel of this system.
- Page 13 You may leave your external device permanently connected to this system if you wish. It is not necessary to disconnect the external device in order to listen to the Tuner or CD player in this system. From External Audio Source Instructions for listening to your external device will be found at the end of this Owner’...
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Page 14: Stereo Headphone Jack
Stereo Headphone Jack This system includes a stereo PHONES jack on the back 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. -
Page 15: Power Source
Power Source This system is designed to operate on 120V AC 60Hz house current only. Connecting this system to any other power source may cause damage to the system and such damage is not covered by your warranty. NOTE: The system has polarized AC plug with one wide blade and one narrow blade. -
Page 16: Front Panel
LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS FRONT PANEL STANDBY RESET PRESET REPEAT PROGRAM BACK PANEL MS3110_112106.p65 3 COMPACT DISC PLAYER PLAY/ PAUSE SKIP- SKIP+ STOP 14 13 17 16 15 22/11/2006, 11:48 OPEN/CLOSE 12 11... - Page 17 1.) SLEEP / TIMER / MODE / SNOOZE Buttons. 2.) AUX / TUNER-BAND / MONO-ST / EQ / X-BASS Buttons. 3.) CD Door. 4.) DISC 1 Tray. 5.) DISC 2 Tray. 6.) DISC 3 Tray. 7.) MUTE Button. 8.) VOL-DOWN / VOL-UP Buttons. 9.) CD Door OPEN/CLOSE Button.
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Page 18: Remote Control
REMOTE CONTROL 1.) PRESET Button. 2.) EQ Button. 3.) Numeric Buttons. 4.) VOL – Button. 5.) TUNING Button. 6.) VOL + Button. 7.) CD 1/CD 2/CD 3 Buttons. 8.) TUNER/BAND Button. 9.) MUTE Button. 10.) AUX Button. 11.) IR (Infrared) Transmitter. 12.) Standy On/Off Button. -
Page 19: General Controls
This system was shipped with a “dummy CD” transit protection card in each of the 3 CD players. These cards were inserted to prevent the CD player mechanisms from moving during shipping and handling. They must be removed and discarded before you can load your own CDs. -
Page 20: Volume Controls
Volume Controls To increase or decrease the system volume press the VOL DOWN ( – ) or VOL UP (+) buttons on the front panel or the remote control. The Volume Level Indicator will appear on the display when you change the volume level. -
Page 21: Mute Button
FM Mono/Stereo Mode Switch (MONO/ST) If you are listening to a weak or distant FM stereo station you may be able to improve the reception by pressing the MONO/ST Mode button to select the FM Mono mode. The STEREO indicator will go off. -
Page 22: Setting The Clock
Note: Although it is not necessary to set the clock in order to listen to the radio or CD player, the clock must be set correctly if you intend to use the timer to turn the system ‘ On’ and ‘ Off’ automatically. - Page 23 Notes: • After pressing the PROGRAM or MEMORY button to begin setting the clock, you must press the SKIP – ( buttons to adjust the display within 10 seconds, otherwise the digits stop flashing and the time cannot be adjusted. If this occurs, press the PROGRAM or MEMORY button again and then press the SKIP –...
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Page 24: Listening To The Radio
Listening To The Radio 1.) Press the STANDBY the system ‘ On’ . The display shows “HELLO”. 2.) Press the TUNER/BAND button to select the Tuner function. An AM or FM frequency will appear on the display. Press the TUNER/BAND button again to switch between the AM and FM bands if necessary. -
Page 25: 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. STANDBY RESET PRESET... -
Page 26: Presetting Stations In The Tuner Memory
Presetting Stations In The Tuner Memory You can store up to 32 of your favorite stations (16 FM/16 AM) in the tuner memory for easy recall at any time. Using either the manual or automatic tuning method described above, tune to the first station you wish to memorize (Example: FM 103.5) and then: 1.) Press the PROGRAM or MEMORY button. -
Page 27: Recalling Preset Stations
Recalling Preset Stations 1.) Turn the system ‘ On’ , press the TUNER/BAND button to select the Tuner function and the desired band. 2.) Press the PRESET button repeatedly until the desired preset number and frequency appears on the display. •... -
Page 28: Playing Compact Discs
Playing Compact Discs IMPORTANT: This CD player can play normal CDs plus CD Recordable (CD-R) and CD Rewriteable (CD-RW) discs. However the playability of CD-R/RW discs may be affected by the type of software that was used in ‘ ripping’ the tracks from the original discs and ‘... - Page 29 4.) Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to close the CD door. The display will show “TOC READ” as the player reads the Table Of Contents on each disc. As it reads each disc the display will briefly show the total tracks and playing time on each disc.
- Page 30 Pause Control To pause temporarily during CD playback press the PLAY/PAUSE The sound stops and the Pause indicator flashes in the display, but the disc continues spinning. Press the PLAY/PAUSE once more to cancel Pause mode and resume playback at the same point. The Pause indicator disappears.
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Page 31: Repeat Playback
Repeat Playback The Repeat function in this system allows you to continuously repeat a single track, a single disc, or all discs in the player. 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 32 Random Playback (Remote Control Only) The Random playback feature allows you play all the tracks in random order of the selected disc in the player. After finish playing the selected disc, it skips to the next disc, and so on. It stops when all tracks of the discs are randomly played. You can select random playback while the discs are playing or when the player is stopped.
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Page 33: Programmed Playback
Programmed Playback The Programmed Playback feature allows you to program a total of up to 40 tracks from among all 3 discs for playback 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. -
Page 34: Programmed Repeat Playback
5.) Repeat steps 3 and 4 selecting the desired Disc number and Track number each time until you have entered up to 40 tracks in the CD program memory. Note: You may also select the track numbers directly with the 1-9 number buttons on the remote control. -
Page 35: Special Functions
Special Functions Timer Operation This system includes a programmable On/Off timer function. You can use the timer to wake you up to the radio or to your favorite CD. The timer can be programmed while the system is in the Standby (Power Off) mode, the Aux mode, the Tuner mode or the CD mode. - Page 36 To Set The ‘OFF’ Time 6.) Press the MODE button on the front panel repeatedly until the “TIMER OFF” indicator is flashing in the display. 7.) Press the PROGRAM or MEMORY button. The Hour digits begin flashing. 8.) Press the SKIP – ( ) / SKIP + ( the display to the desired turn off hour, AM or PM.
- Page 37 At the selected “TIMER ON” time the system will turn on automatically to the last function selected, either Tuner or CD. It will play until it reaches the selected ‘ Off’ time and then shut off automatically. Note: If the system turns on to CD function it will only play until the end of the disc and then stop.
- Page 38 SLEEP Timer (On Front Panel Only) This system includes a programmable Sleep Timer that allows you to fall asleep to between 10 and 120 minutes of music and then shuts the power ‘ Off’ automatically. To operate the sleep timer: 1.) Turn the system ‘...
- Page 39 MODE Button Normally the display shows the correct time in the STANDBY (Power Off) mode, the radio frequency in the TUNER mode, and the CD track and time information in the CD mode. You can press the MODE button repeatedly to show the following information on the display: STANDBY (Power Off) &...
- Page 40 Resetting The System Computer This system is equipped with a special circuit designed to protect the internal computer from permanent damage due to unexpected power surges. If you find that the system does not respond to any commands from the front panel controls or the remote handset, the system probably experienced a sudden power surge that activated the protection circuit.
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Page 41: Care And Maintenance
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Compact Disc Care • To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the center of the case and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges. • Fingerprints and dust should be carefully wiped off the disc’ s recorded surface with a soft cloth.Unlike conventional records, compact discs have no grooves to collect dust and microscopic debris, so gently wiping with a soft cloth should remove most particles. -
Page 42: Care Of The Cabinet
FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE WRITE TO: MS3110_112106.p65 TO FIND THE LOCATION AND PHONE NUMBER OF YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER PERMITTED TO PERFORM WARRANTY... 1-800-695-0098 PLEASE CALL: 1-800-898-9020 Emerson Radio Corp., Consumer Affairs Dept., 5101 Statesman Drive, Irving, TX 75063. 22/11/2006, 11:48... -
Page 43: Limited Warranty
For repair or replacement, pack your unit in a padded box, enclose your check or money order payable to Emerson Radio Corp. in the amount of $9.00 (not required by California residents) to cover shipping and handling costs, and enclose a copy of your proof of purchase. - Page 44 EMERSON Part No. 16-2967 Printed in China 611-03 MS3110_112106.p65 22/11/2006, 11:48...