Do you have a question about the CD-490 and is the answer not in the manual?
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Dave Hayes
April 22, 2025
My 15 month old CD-490 will not play discs. It just spins the CD and shows Er in the window. I have cleaned both the player and CD's but still get the Er message. Any suggestions?
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PORTABLE STEREO COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH AM/FM R AD IO USER MANUAL MODEL CD-490 Please read this Manual carefully before using the unit and retain it for future reference...
WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTEN- SION 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. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN...
15. This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no object filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus. 16. Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated. 17.
• Do not put anything in the safety slot. If you do, the laser diode will be ON when the CD door is still open. • If the unit is not to be used for a long period of time, make sure that all power sources are disconnected from the unit.
The serial number of this product is found on its bottom cover. You should note the serial number of this unit in the space provided as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft of loss. Model Number: CD-490 Serial Number: __________________ - 4 -...
LOCATION OF CONTROLS TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW REAR VIEW Carrying Handle Repeat Indicator FM Antenna Power Indicator CD Door Headphone Jack Function Selector LED Display Volume Control Skip Backward Button Dial Scale Play/Pause Button Band Selector Skip Forward Button Tuning Knob Play/Pause Indicator Program Button FM Stereo Indicator...
POWER SOURCE The CD-490 operates on 8 X ‘C' size (UM-2) batteries (Not included) or from AC120V ~ 60Hz line power. A. BATTERY OPERATION For best performance and longer operating time, we recommend the use of alkaline batteries. 1. Remove the Battery Door.
CD PLAYER OPERATION Note: This CD player will not only play commercial CDs, but also self-compiled CD-R/RW discs. Do not attempt to play CD-ROM, CDI, VCD, DVD or computer CDs. Notes on CD-R/RW Discs • Because of non-standardized format definition/production of CD-R/RW, playback quality and performance are not guaranteed.
4. Slowly adjust both the volume controls of your CD-490 and the external device. 5. Turn off your iPod, MP3 player etc. when finish listening. 6. Set the Function Selector (#4) to the “OFF” position to turn CD-490 off and unplug the AUX IN Jack.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 1. Clean your unit with a damp (never wet) cloth. Solvent or detergent should never be used. 2. Avoid leaving your unit in direct sunlight or in hot, humid or dusty places. 3. Keep your unit away from heating appliances and sources of electrical noise such as fluorescent lamps or motors.
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90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY AND SERVICE VALID IN THE U.S.A. ONLY SPECTRA MERCHANDISING INTERNATIONAL, INC. warrants this unit to be free from defective materials or factory workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of original customer purchase and provided the product is utilized within the U.S.A.
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Do you have a question about the CD-490 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers
My 15 month old CD-490 will not play discs. It just spins the CD and shows Er in the window. I have cleaned both the player and CD's but still get the Er message. Any suggestions?
@Dave Hayes