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- Page 1 Portable CD-R/RW Player with AM/FM Stereo Radio and Cassette Recorder OWNER’ S MANUAL PD9814 Visit our web site at www.emersonradio.com PD9814_053105.p65 31/5/2005, 10:31...
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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. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE The lightning flash with arrow- 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 •Carefully remove the unit from the carton and remove all packing materials from the unit. •Carefully remove any small strips of tape which may have been used to keep the CD and Cassette doors closed during shipment. •Open the CD compartment by lifting up the OPEN/CLOSE tab on top panel. - Page 6 AC Operation Connect the small end of the AC Power Cord to the AC socket on the back cabinet, then insert the plug in any convenient household 120V 60Hz AC outlet. Note: This unit has a polarized AC plug with one wide blade and one narrow blade. This plug will only fit into a matching polarized AC outlet.
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Page 7: Battery Operation
Battery Operation 1.) Remove the battery compartment door on the bottom of the cabinet by pressing OPEN down on the two “ ” marks and slide it to open. 2.) Insert 8 UM-2 “C” size batteries into the battery compartment according to the polarity diagram engraved inside the compartment. -
Page 8: Protect Your Furniture
Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device: 1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified. 2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device. 3. -
Page 9: Location Of Controls And Indicators
LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Top Panel Front Panel PD9814_053105.p65 20 22 31/5/2005, 10:31... - Page 10 1.) BASS BOOST Button. 2.) CD Door. 3.) VOLUME Control. 4.) FUNCTION (CD / TAPE-OFF / RADIO) Selector Switch. Phones (Stereo Headphone) Jack. 6.) AC Cord Socket (Back Cabinet). 7.) FM Telescopic Antenna. 8.) Carrying Handle. 9.) BAND (FM ST / FM / AM) Selector Switch. 10.) TUNING Control.
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Page 11: Listening To The Radio
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Listening To The Radio Tuner Information This system features a normal AM/FM analog tuning system. Unlike a digital tuner it does not automatically lock in on the exact frequency of a station. However instead of a dial scale and a moving dial pointer we have included a digital frequency display to help you tune more accurately. -
Page 12: Antenna Information
Antenna Information The AM antenna is inside the cabinet. If AM reception is unsatisfactory try rotating the entire unit until you find the position that provides the best reception. Extend and vary the direction of the FM antenna to find the position that provides the best reception. -
Page 13: Playing Compact Discs
Playing Compact Discs Note: Although this portable CD player can read CD-R and CD-RW discs, in addition to normal CDs, the playability of CD-R/RW discs may be affected by the type of software that was used to create the discs, as well as the quality and condition of the blank media you are using. - Page 14 4.) Press the button to begin playback on Track 01. Indicator appears in the display . • To skip to higher or lower numbered tracks during playback press the button repeatedly until the desired track number appears in the display. Playback will begin on the selected track. •...
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Page 15: Repeat Playback
Repeat Playback You can program the player to repeat either a single track or all tracks on the disc continuously. The Repeat function can only be activated while a disc is playing. One Track Repeat 1.) Select the track you wish to repeat with the button to begin playback. -
Page 16: Programmed Playback
Programmed Playback You can program up to 20 tracks on a disc to playback in any desired order. You may also program a specific track to play several times within the same program. Note: The player cannot be programmed while a disc is playing. If a disc is playing press the (Stop) button to stop playback before you begin the programming steps below. - Page 17 Program Repeat Playback You can use the Program and Repeat features together to continuously repeat a programmed sequence of tracks. First, program the desired tracks according to Steps 1 through 7 on page 15. When Programmed Playback begins press the REPEAT button twice to activate the All Tracks Repeat feature.
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Page 18: Playing Cassette Tapes
Playing Cassette Tapes 1.) Open the cassette door by pressing the 2.) Place a pre-recorded cassette tape with the exposed tape facing down and the full reel on the left side. 3.) Move the FUNCTION selector to the TAPE-OFF position. 4.) Press the cassette Play key to begin playback. - Page 19 Stop/Eject key to shut off the motor before opening the door to remove your tape. Making A Tape Recording This model allows you to make tape recordings directly from the CD player, or the radio. • Refer to “Playing Compact Discs” if necessary to operate the CD player.
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Page 20: Stereo Headphone Jack
Automatic Recording Volume Level Control This unit has an Automatic Level Control (ALC) circuit which controls the recording volume level and prevents overloaded and distorted recordings. The VOLUME control has no effect on recording volume level. You may change the VOLUME control setting during the recording or even reduce the volume level to “Minimum”. -
Page 21: Care And Maintenance
CARE AND MAINTENANCE About Cassette Tapes Whenever you record on a cassette any previously recorded material is erased as the new material is recorded. To prevent you from accidentally erasing material which you wish to save, blank cassettes are equipped with erase prevention tabs for each side of the tape. -
Page 22: Cassette Care
Cassette Care Two common causes of trouble experienced when using cassettes are: 1.) Tape jamming — Leading to uneven speed in playback, and 2.) Tape tangling — Where the tape wraps itself around vital parts of themechanism. To reduce the likelihood of these problems occurring, the following precautions should be observed: •... -
Page 23: Compact Disc Care
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. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting Guide
Wipe disc with cloth or use another disc. 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. 31/5/2005, 10:31... -
Page 25: Limited Warranty
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 26 EMERSON Part No. 16-2997 Printed in China 505-01 PD9814_053105.p65 31/5/2005, 10:31...