PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THIS UNIT.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
IMPORTANT
Since the CD circuitry may cause interference to other radio tuners nearby. switch this unit off when
not in use or move it away from the affected radio tuner.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits for a class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protectionagainstharmfulinterferenceinaresidentialinstallation. Thisequipmentgenerates, uses
andcanradiateradiofrequencyenergyand,ifnotinstalledandusedinaccordancewiththeinstructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turnng the equipment off and on,
Compact Disc Player
with Ultimate Skip Protection
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandreceiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
SAFETY CERTIFICATION
This Compact Disc Player is made and tested to meet safety standards of the FCC, requirements
andcompliancewithsafetyperformanceoftheU.S.DepartmentofHealthandHumanServices,and
also with FDA Radiation Performance Standards 21 CFR Subchapter J.
LASER SAFETY
This unit employs an optical laser beam system in the CD
mechanism, designed with built-in safeguards. Do not attempt to
disassemble; refer to qualified service personnel. Exposure to this
invisible laser light beam may be harmful to the human eye.
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN THIS IS A CLASS-1 LASER PRODUCT. USE OF CONTROLS, OR
OPEN AND INTERLOCK FAILED OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
DEFEATED. AVOID DIRECT EXPO- SPECIFIED HEREIN, MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS LASER
SURETO LASER BEAM.
LIGHT BEAM EXPOSURE.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
2. Do not expose to excessive heat, direct sunlight, dust, moisture, vibration or shock.
3. UseONLYtheACadaptorrequired;othersmaydamageyourunit. Disconnectfromthewalloutlet
when the set is not to be used for an extended period of time.
4. When cleaning your unit, use a soft dry cloth, do not use solvents or commercially available
cleaners as they may damage or discolor the finish.
5. Do not wear headphones while operating a motor vehicle, this could create a traffic hazard and
is illegal in many areas.
6. Theheadphonessuppliedwithyourunitprovidesuperiorstereolisteningwhileallowingyoutohear
outsidesoundswhenlistening atnormallylowvolumelevels. Listeningatextremelyhighvolume
levels minimizes the intrusion of outside noise/sounds.
7. If you notice that the sound has become weak or distorted, this is an indication that your batteries
are low. Replace with new or recharged batteries. (see “BATTERYOPERATION ” )
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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CHARGING AND USE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
LISTENING WITH EARPHONES
Rechargeable Battery Operation
Connect the plug of the stereo earphones into the
PHONES (GREEN) socket.
This unit can fully recharge the specified rechargeable battery in approxi-
mately 15 hours. The rechargeable batteries (NOT supplied) should be
recharged before they are used for the first time, if they are low in power or
they have not been used for a long period (over 60 days).
Caution: Avoid excessive volume level and listen-
ing to sound for a long period of time when using
headphones (not supplied).
1. Open the battery compartment cover and
insert two of the recommended recharge-
able batteries, matching polarity. (1.2V
650mA)
BOTH BATTERIES MUST BE
RECHARGEABLE.
! Adjust volume to the desired level.
HANDLING COMPACT DISCS
This unit is designed to play only compact discs bearing the identification
logo below.
.2. Plug in the AC adaptor (not included).
Set the Fuction Switch to CD mode and
the Charge Switch to the ON position to
start charging.
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Other discs may not conform to the CD standard
and may not play properly.
INSERT WITH
THE LABEL
FACING UP.
PRESS THE CLAWS
AT THE CENTER OF
THE DISC CASE.
USE ONLY THE AC ADAPTOR (NOT
INLCUDED)RECOMMENDEDWITHTHE
UNIT FOR CHARGING.
Note: Charge indicator will illuminate.
3. After 15 hours, unplug the AC adaptor
(not included) and switch the Charge
Switch to the OFF position.
DONOTCHARGECONTINUOUSLYFOR
24 HOURS OR MORE. DOING SO CAN
CAUSE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY TO
DETERIORATE.
4. If the operating time decreases drastically even when the rechargeable
nickel-cadmium batteries are properly recharged, purchase a new set of
rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries. Dispose of nickel cadmium accord-
ing to local environmental laws.
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Dirty, scratched or warped discs may cause
skipping or noise.
PRESS THE
DISC GENTLY
TO INSERT IT.
LIFT OUT WITHOUT
TOUCHING THE
RECORDED SURFACE.
Handle the disc only by the edges. To keep
clean, do not touch its surface.
Discs should be stored in their cases after use
to avoid serious scratches.
Do not expose disc to direct sunlight, high
humidity, high temperature, dust, etc. Pro-
longed exposure to extreme temperatures can
warp the disc.
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CORRECT
INCORRECT
FROM THE CENTER TO THE EDGE
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Do not stick or write anything on either side of disc. Sharp writing instru-
ments or the inks used in some felt tip pens may damage its surface
5. When charging new batteries or if the batteries have not been charged for
a long time, playing time may be reduced. In this case, charge and dis-
charge the batteries several times.
Remove the disc
Hold the edge and gently press the center pivot as
illustrated to pick up the disc.
CAUTION:
Wait for the disc to stop rotating before pressing the
OPEN button.
Note: This unit can play 3” (8cm) single CDs with-
out an adaptor (not included). Do not use a C
single adaptor for these discs.
NOTE:
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Do not attempt to recharge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or throw
the batteries into the fire.
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Do not mix battery types. e.g. alkaline with zinc carbonate.
When inserting new batteries, replace all at the same time. Do not mix
old and new batteries.
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Weak batteries can leak and severely damage the unit.
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CLEANING DISCS
Fingerprints should be carefully wiped
from the surface of disc with a sof
cloth. Unlike conventional records,
compact discs have no grooves to
collect dust and microscopic debris,
so gently wiping them with a soft cloth
should remove most particles. Wipe
in a straight motion from the center to
the edge.
BASIC DISC PLAY
This CD-player can play Audio Discs such as CD-Recordables. Do not try to play
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a CD-ROM, CDi, VCD, DVD or computer CD.
1. Connect the earphones to the PHONES (GREEN) socket.
2. Press the OPEN button to open the CD compartment lid.
3. Adjust the VOLUME to minimum.
4. Insert the disc with the label side facing up.
5. Close the lid securely until a click is heard.
6. Press the PLAY button to start playing.
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Never use thinner, benzine, record cleaner or anti-static spray on a com-
pact disc. Such chemicals can damage its plastic surface.
To Emphasize the bass sound
Set the BASS BOOST switch to the ON position.
Note: The bass boost performance will depend on
the VOLUME control setting.
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Cabinet
HOLD Switch
Wipe with a soft cloth. If the cabinet is very dirty, dampen the cloth with a weak
solution of neutral detergent and water, and then wipe clean.
This switch prevents accidental selection of an
unwanted function during Playback or Stop mode.
In the HOLD “ON” position, no function button on
the unit can be operated (except OPEN). Moving
the switch to the “OFF” position will allow the unit
to return to normal operation.
Cleaning the Lens
A dirty lens will cause sound skipping and if the lens is very dirty, the CD may
not work. Open the disc cover and clean the lens as below:
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Dust or Dry Particles
Using a camera lens brush/blower, blow
on the lens several times and wipe it
lightly with the brush to remove dust.
Blow on the lens one more time.
Fingerprints
Turning Power on and off
This unit has no ON/OFF switch. To turn on and off, press the following buttons.
To turn on: Press >II PLAY/PAUSE (playback starts).
To turn off: Press ! STOP button once for standby mode.
Press ! STOP button twice to turn off the power.
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If the lens cannot be cleaned by using
a
brush/blower, use a dry cotton swab
Auto power-off function
When the unit is stopped (standby mode) for approximately 30 seconds, the
power will automatically turn off.
starting from the middle and working
to the outside edge.
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LCD DISPLAY INFORMATION
REPEAT/PLAY MODES
WHEN POWER IS ON
Every time the MODE button is pressed, the corresponding mode appears in
the display window.
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If a disc is in, auto adjustment starts.
During adjustment, display shows - -.
If no disc, disc is displayed. Put the disc in and
close the lid. Auto adjustment starts.
If the lid is opened, display shows OPEN. Clos-
ing the lid starts auto adjustment.
If disc player is unable to read TOC then Er is
displayed.
Note: TOC means Table Of Contents.
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When TOC data has been read, display shows
TOC for 1 second.
Starts play for from track No. 1 automatically.
ANTI-SHOCK starts flashing. Press Anti-Shock
key, then
disappears on display, and anti-
shock is turned off.
Shown on the LCD display. The
current track on the disc will be
repeated.
TO PLAYFROM STOPCONDITION
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Press the PLAY/PAUSE button, the display
changes to 01 00:00 and starts play.
Shown on the LCD display. All
tracks on the disc will be repeated.
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When the memory is full, ANTI-SHOCK
stops flashing.
TO STOP
Press the STOP key. This will stop play and the
TOC will be displayed.
NOTE: In normal mode, none of the above symbols will be shown in the
display.
TO PAUSE
NORMALPLAYBACK
Press the PLAY/PAUSE and the pause on/off
button alternately. On pause condition, the time
display is flashing.
Play the whole disc.
A
indicator appears on the display when the
batteries need to be changed.
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INTRO PLAY
RANDOM PLAY
Enables all the tracks on a disc to be played in a Random(Shuffle) sequence.
1. Press the MODE button ON three times and INT
is displayed.
1. Press the MODE button four times and RND
will be displayed.
2. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button. Starts INTRO
play from track no.01.
2. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button, The track No.
is selected at random and will begin to play.
3. To select RANDOM mode during play, RND
starts flashing.
3. Select INTRO mode during play and INT starts
flashing.
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Press the PLAY/PAUSE button I<< or >>I Flash-
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Press the PLAY/PAUSE button. Flashing stops
and starts INTRO play from track no. 01.
Press >>I to play the current track. Flashing
stops and starts INTRO play from next track.
ing stops and RANDOM play begins.
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SEARCH FUNCTION
Locating a Particular track
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Press I<<, flashing stops and starts INTRO play
from current track.
To go back to the beginning of the
current or a previous track
Press I<< lightly and repeatedly.
Press >>I lightly and repeatedly.
PROGRAM PLAY
This allows selected tracks on the disc to be played in any desired order.
To go to beginning of following track
To set the program play
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Programming can be set in the STOP mode or normal play mode.
Locating a Particular Point in a track
To search backward at high speed
To search forward at high speed
1. Press the PROG button and PRG starts flashing.
Keep I<< depressed
Keep >>I depressed
2. Press I<< or >>I to select the desired track.
3. When desired track is displayed, press the PROG
button to register. The track No. display changes
to 00 again.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program the order of more
tracks. Up to 20 tracks can be programmed into
memory.
Low level audio will be heard during the search process to assist in locating the
correct point in the track.
To complete programming and start play
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button. The PRG stops
flashing and play will begin soon.
To clear programming
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Register 00 on the first program track.
Open the door.
Power Off
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USING ANTI-SHOCK AND ULTIMATE SKIP PROTECTION
FEATURE
PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS
PICK UP
Note the “
is first activated. It immediately begins to store sound data in memory bank,
The indicator appears to be “ ” when the data buffer is full.
” indicator appears on display as being empty when the player
System
Compact disc digital audio system
Laser diode
Properties
Material: GaAIAs
Wavelengh: λ=780mm
Emission duration: continuous
Laser output: < 44.6 µW
Cross-interleave Reed-solomon code
When the laser loses tracking due to mechanical shock, the data stream into
the memory is interrupted but the data output from the memory buffer
continues. The sound is not interrupted. As the data is read from the memory,
Error correction
AUDIO
the indicator changes from “
” to “
” .
D/A conversion
Frequency response
Wow and flutter
No. of Channel
Output level
DAC four times oversampling
20-20,000Hz (+1/-3 dB)
Below measurable limits
2 Channels (Stereo)
Phones: 15mW (32Ω)
+6 dB
Once the laser locks again on the CD track, the data stream is fed to the
memory and joined to the previous data (see indicator changes) at higher
speed.
Bass boost effect
(100Hz)
CAUTION
If the unit is subject to excessive and continuous repeated shocks, it will
cause the sound to skip. Also note the “
” indicator will appear empty.
GENERAL
Power requirements
-2x “AA” alkaline battery
-DC in 6V 300 mA jack accepts AC power
adaptor (not included) (center positive) with
plug type EIAJ, center hole φ 1.7mm, out-
side φ 4.0mm
0.8W (DC 3V) under normal condition
Approx. 140 (W) x 28.5 (H) x 144 (D) mm
Approx. 230g not including battery
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When the “ANTI-SHOCK” is operating, the battery consumption is higher
because the disc rotates faster than normal and also the memory circuitry
is activated.
Power consumption
Dimension
Weight
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When the digital anti-shock function is switched “ON” or “OFF”, the sound will
be interrupted. This is normal.
Remember that conditions such as dirty, scratched or warped discs may
cause skipping or noise thereby affecting performance of the “ANTI-SHOCK”
system.
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Ultimate Skip Protection greatly reduces or eliminates skipping during active
use. During active use, hold the compact disc player with the OPEN switch
facing upward.
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