Muse M-182 RDC - Portable CD Radio Cassette Recorder Manual

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

1. FM STEREO indicator
2. POWER ON indicator
3. PROGRAM indicator
4. PLAY/PAUSE indicator
5. Cassette compartment
6. Dial pointer
7. TUNING knob with dial scale
8. Function switch [CD/AUX, RADIO, TAPE/OFF]
9. Volume control
10. Band selector [FM stereo, FM, MW]
11. Cassette recorder keys:
    RECORD : record
    PLAY : play
    REW. : fast rewind
    F.FWD : fast forward
    STOP/ EJECT Stop the tape /open the cassette compartment
    PAUSE pause
12. PROGRAM button
13. STOP button
14. Aux in jack (3.5mm)
15. PLAY/PAUSE button
16. / skip buttons
17. REPEAT button
18. Repeat indictor
19. LED display
20. FM telescopic antenna
21. Carrying handle
22. CD compartment
23. Speakers
24. AC socket
25. Battery compartment

Read the instructions carefully before operating the

POWER SUPPLY

This set operates on AC 230V 50Hz or 6 x 1.5V R14/ UM-2/ "C" size batteries (not provided).

AC OPERATION

Connect the detachable AC cord (included) to the AC socket on the rear of the unit. Insert the AC power cord into a convenient standard AC wall outlet.

DC OPERATION

Install the batteries in their compartment. Use only the size and type of batteries specified. Respect the polarity indicated in the compartment. Improper polarity can cause damage to the device. Do not attempt to recharge the batteries, they can catch fire or explode. The batteries need to be replaced when: The volume decreases, or sound is distorted during operation. In order to avoid leakage, remove the batteries when unit will not be used for a long period of time.

Danger of explosion if batteries are incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Note:

• The AC cord must be unplugged from both the socket on the unit and the power outlet for the unit to run on the batteries.
• When the set is connected to the mains, the power source automatically switches to AC.
• In a concern of saving energy, when playback has reached to the end or not playing, the unit will automatically turn off after 10 minutes. To reset the unit, slide the Function switch to TAPE/ OFF position. Wait a few seconds and then turn ON the unit again.

TURNING UNIT ON/OFF

1. Slide the Function switch to CD/AUX or RADIO position to turn on the unit. The POWER ON indicator will light up.
2. Slide the Function switch to TAPE/OFF position to turn off the unit. The POWER ON indicator will turn off.

LISTENING TO THE RADIO

1. Slide the Function switch to RADIO position.
2. Slide the Band selector to select desired band: FM STEREO, FM or MW.
3. Use the TUNING control to tune to your desired radio station.
4. Adjust the volume level.

To enhance radio reception ability

FM: Extend the telescopic antenna.
MW: Rotate the unit horizontally for optimum reception.

LISTENING TO CD

1. Slide the function switch to CD/AUX position. The POWER ON indicator will light up.
2. Open the CD door. Insert a CD with label facing up and close the CD door. After a few seconds, the total number of tracks will show on display.
3. Press PLAY/PAUSE to start playback. The current track number will show on display. The indicator will light up.

PLAY/PAUSE

To temporarily stop playing, press PLAY/PAUSE button. The indicator will flash. To resume play, press this button again.

STOP

If the STOP button is pressed in the course of playing, the disc will cease to play. (Total number of tracks will show on display).

SKIP AND SEARCH

You can always skip forward or backward to your desired track number by pressing the SKIP ( / ) buttons. When playing any audio CD, press and hold the SKIP button. The CD will search at high speed in the forward or backward direction. Normal play will continue when you release the button.

REPEAT

To repeat the track currently playing, press the REPEAT button once. The repeat indicator will flash.

To repeat all tracks, press the REPEAT button twice. The REPEAT indicator will light up and stay lit.

To cancel the repeat function, press REPEAT button again. The repeat indictor will turn off.

PROGRAM

1. In stop mode, press PROGRAM button. " " will flash on display.
2. Press / to select a desired track and press PROGRAM button to conform. The program indicator will flash in the course of programming.
3. Repeat above steps to program up to 20 tracks.
4. Press PLAY/PAUSE button to start program playback. The program indicator will light up and stay lit.
5. To cancel program playback, press STOP button twice. The program indicator will turn off.

If you encounter CD playback problem, either of the following ways may help:

1. Turn off the unit. Disconnect the AC power cord from AC outlet and reconnect it again.
2. Clean your CD disc.

CONNECTING AUXILIARY SOURCE

1. Slide the Function switch to CD/AUX position. Connect your auxiliary source (e. g. mp3 player) to the AUX IN jack on the unit (cable not included). The unit will switch to AUX mode automatically.
2. Start playback from your auxiliary source.
3. Adjust the volume to desired level.
4. To stop playback, disconnect your auxiliary source from the AUX IN jack.

Note:
Once the audio cable is disconnected from the AUX IN jack, the unit will switch to CD mode automatically.

LISTENING TO THE CASSETTE

1. Slide the function switch to TAPE/OFF position.
2. Press to open the cassette door and insert the cassette (tape at the bottom) in the compartment. Then close the cassette door.
3. Press to start play.
4. Adjust the volume to desired level.
5. Press or to rewind or fast forward the cassette.
6. Press to suspend momentarily the tape and release to resume play.
7. To stop playing, press . .

Note:
In TAPE mode, the POWER ON indicator will light on except in stop mode.

RECORDING FROM RADIO/ CD/ AUXILIARY SOURCE

1. Press to open the cassette door and insert the cassette (tape at the bottom) in the compartment. Then close the cassette door.
2. Select the desired sound source.
   In radio mode, tune to your desired radio station.
   In CD mode, select your desired track and start playback.
   In AUX mode, start playback from your auxiliary source.
3. Press together with the button to start recording from radio, CD or auxiliary source in the respective mode.
4. To suspend momentarily recording, press button. To resume recording, release button.
5. To stop recording, press
6. To listen to your recording, slide the function switch to TAPE /OFF position, press to rewind the tape to search your recording, then press to listen.

SPECIFICATION

POWER SUPPLY:
AC230V 50Hz, Power consumption: 14W
DC: 9V 6x 1,5 V type UM-2/R14/ 'C' (not provided)

RADIO Frequency range
FM: 88 - 108 MHz
MW: 530-1600 kHz

CASSETTE SECTION

TAPE SPEED: 4.75 CM / SEC.

FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 125 Hz - 8 kHz

COMPACT DISC SECTION

OPTICAL PICKUP: 3 - BEAM LASER

FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 100 Hz - 16 kHz

Note:
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

MAINTENANCE

Cleaning

Disconnect the unit from the mains supply before cleaning.

• Use a soft, dry, clean cloth. Regularly dust the vents at the back or sides.
• Using solvents, abrasive or alcohol-based products risks damaging the appliance.
• If an object or liquid enters inside the appliance, unplug it immediately and have it checked by an authorized engineer.

Notes on disc

• Do not use irregular shape CDs (example: heart-shaped, octagonal ones). It may result in malfunctions.
• Do not place more than one disc in the disc compartment.
• Do not try to open the disc compartment during playing.
• Do not touch the lens. Doing so may cause malfunction.
• If there is a scratch, dirt or fingerprints on the disc, it may cause tracking error. Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out. Don't store discs in places with high temperatures or high humidity, they can become warped. After playing, store the disc in its case.

Before transporting the unit, remove the disc from the disc compartment.

Notes on cassettes

Quit slacking - A little bit of slack in your tapes can cause scratches on the tape, or worse yet, the tape could break. If you notice some slack in the tape, use a pencil to tighten it up before you insert it into the cassette holder.

• To prevent accidental erasure, bread off the plastic tabs on the cassette tape after recording with a screw - driver or other pointed tool. To record on the tape again, cover the tab opening with adhesive tape, etc.
• Any distortion or poor sound quality may be due to the dust or dirt on parts that are in contact with the magnetic band (magnetic heads, pinch roller and capstan); in this case, open the cassette door and clean them with a cotton bud dipped in alcohol.

Hereby, NEW ONE S.A.S, declares that this MUSE M-182 RDC is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. The declaration of conformity may be consulted at www.muse-europe.com

Documents / Resources

References

• MUSE Electroménager - Découvrez la collection ! - MUSE

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