Emerson MS3111M User Manual

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Home Audio System

with 3-CD Changer,

CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA Playback,

Digital AM/FM Receiver

and Remote Control

OWNER'S MANUAL

MS3111M

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CAUT I ON

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 arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage’ within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

CAUT I O N

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER ( O R B A C K ) , N O U S E R SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE R E F E R S E R V I C I N G T O Q U A L I F I E D S E R V I C E PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

The Caution Marking maybe located at the bottom enclosure of the apparatus.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Follow all instructions. Heed all warnings. 2.) Do not use this apparatus near water.

3.) Clean only with dry cloth.

4.) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

5.) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

6.) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

7.) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

8.) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

9.) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

10.) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

11.) This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and no object filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.

12.) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution

when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13.) Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated.

14.) Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer. 15.) The product may be mounted to a wall only if recommended by the manufacturer.

16.) Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks.

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BEFORE WE BEGIN

Thank you for purchasing this Emerson audio product. The Emerson brand is your assurance of quality, performance and value.

Our engineers have included many useful and convenient features in this product. Please be sure to read this owner’s manual completely to make sure you are getting the maximum benefit from each feature.

This product was manufactured using the highest quality components and standards of workmanship. It was tested by Emerson inspectors and found to be in perfect working order before it left our factory. However, there is always the chance that some problem may occur because of rough handling during shipment to the retail store or to the final consumer.

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.

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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.

•Do not attempt to clean this unit with chemical solvents as this might damage the finish. Use a clean dry cloth.

•Operate controls and switches as described in the manual.

•Before turning ‘On’the power, make certain that the AC power cord is properly installed.

•Store your CDs in a cool area to avoid damage from heat.

•When moving the set, be sure to first disconnect the AC power cord.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT APPAREIL Á LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1

CAUTION

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.

AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM

This product contains a low power Laser Device.

FCC Information

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, 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 interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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 undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could

void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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PREPARATION FOR USE

Unpacking and Set Up

•This carton contains the main unit, two speakers, the pedestal stand, and the remote control handset. Carefully remove all the components from the carton and remove all packing materials form the components. Make sure nothing is accidentally discarded with the packing materials.

•Save the carton and packing materials, if possible, in the unlikely event that this unit ever needs to be returned for service. Using the original carton and packing material is the only way to properly protect the unit from shipping damage.

•Remove any descriptive stickers or labels from the front panel of the main unit. Do not remove any labels or stickers that may be affixed to the back panel of the main unit or the speakers.

•Note the serial number on the back of the main unit and write this number in the space provided on the Warranty page of this manual.

•Unwind the AC power cord on the back of the main unit and extend it to its full length.

•Unwind the FM lead wire antenna on the back of the main unit and extend it to its full length.

•Unwind the speaker cables on the backs of the speakers and extend them to their full length.

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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.

1.) Place the main unit face down on a flat surface as shown.

2.) Position the pedestal base so that the 4 guide rails on the base slide into the 4 slots on the bottom of the main unit.

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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.

2.) (A) Depress the two pedestal locking tabs to release the pedestal.

(B) Slide the pedestal upward to completely remove it from the main unit.

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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. Please use a well-known brand of alkaline batteries for longest life and most reliable performance.

The back-up battery compartment is located on the backside of the main unit.

1.) Press down on the battery door-locking tab as shown and remove the door.

2.) Install 3 fresh “AA” alkaline batteries in the battery compartment. Be sure to install the batteries correctly, according to the polarity (+ / -) markings inside the battery compartment.

3.) Replace the battery door.

NOTE: The life expectancy of the back up batteries will depend on the number and the length of the power interruptions that you experience. Under normal circumstances we recommend that you replace the back up batteries every 12 months.

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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.

RC-3111

Battery Precautions

•Replacement of batteries must be done by an adult.

•Do not mix old and new batteries.

•Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.

•The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.

•Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.

•Exhausted batteries are to be removed.

•Only batteries of the equivalent type are to be used.

•Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity.

•Dispose of batteries properly. Do not dispose of batteries in fire. The batteries may explode or leak.

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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 Red wires to the Red terminals.

Connect the Black wires to the Black terminals. If the wires are connected incorrectly the sound will be “muddy” or distorted.

To make the connection, completely depress the plastic levers to open the terminals, insert the bare end of the speaker wire into the terminal openings, and release the plastic levers to lock the wires in place.

Red	Red

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Auxiliary Input Jacks

This system includes a convenience Auxiliary Input (AUX-IN) Jack on the front panel. This jack allows you to connect external audio equipment to this system and listen to the sound from the external equipment through the speakers of this system.

Examples of the types of external equipment that may be connected are: a cassette deck; the audio outputs from a VCR or DVD player; a personal cassette player, MP3 player, MD player, or a personal hard-disc audio jukebox device:

Such as an iPod® .

Connect the audio output jack(s) or headphone jack of the external audio equipment to the AUX-IN jack on the left front panel of this system.

THE CONNECTION CABLE IS NOT INCLUDED. BE SURE TO PURCHASE THE APPROPRIATE CONNECTION CABLE FOR THE SPECIFIC DEVICE THAT YOU WISH TO CONNECT. THE AUXILIARY INPUT JACK ON THIS SYSTEM IS A 3.5mm MINI STEREO JACK.

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.

Instructions for listening to your external device will be found at the end of this Owner’s Manual.

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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. Make sure that the plug from your headphones is fully inserted into the headphone jack. If the plug is not fully inserted the sound may be intermittent, or you may only hear sound from one side of the headphones.

IMPORTANT: To prevent hearing damage always set the volume control to a low level before you connect the headphones. Then connect the headphones, put them on, and very gradually increase the volume to a comfortable listening level. Remember that CDs may contain both very soft and very loud passages. Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using a louder passage, so that you always know what the maximum level will be.

Placement Of The System

The system should be placed on a stable, level surface such as a table, shelf, or stand, convenient to a 120V 60Hz AC outlet, out of direct sunlight, and away from sources of excess heat, dust, moisture, or vibration.

The speakers may be separated from the main as far the wires allow for maximum stereo separation, or the may be placed to the immediate left and right of the main unit. However to avoid interfering with the operation of the CD door the speakers should not be placed directly against the main unit. Always leave a gap of at least

1/2 inch between the speakers and the main unit.

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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. The plug will only fit into matching polarized AC outlets.

This is a safety feature to reduce the possibility of electric shock. If the plug will not fit in your AC outlets, you probably have outdated non-polarized outlet. You should have your outdated outlet changed by a qualified, licensed electrician. Do not file the wide blade on the plug, or use an adapter to make the plug fit into your outlet. This defeats the safety feature and could expose you to electric shock.

AC Outlet

AC Plug

Protect Your Furniture

This model is equipped with non-skid rubber 'feet' to prevent the product from moving when you operate the controls. These 'feet' are made from non-migrating rubber material specially formulated to avoid leaving any marks or stains on your furniture. However certain types of oil based furniture polishes, wood preservatives, or cleaning sprays may cause the rubber 'feet' to soften, and leave marks or a rubber residue on the furniture. To prevent any damage to your furniture we strongly recommend that you purchase small self-adhesive felt pads, available at hardware stores and home improvement centers everywhere, and apply these pads to the bottom of the rubber 'feet' before you place the product on fine wooden furniture.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Front Panel

4	5	6
3
2				7
1				8
21				9
20				10
19 18 17				10
19 18 17	15	13	12	11
16	15	14

Back Panel

RC-3111

22 24

27	25
27
	26

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1.)	STANDBY Button.
2.)	FUNCTION / ID3 / FOLDER UP / STEREO(MONO) / PROGRAM / MEMORY
	(CLK. ADJ.) / TIMER(SLEEP) Buttons.
3.)	CD Door.
4.)	DISC 1 Tray.
5.)	DISC 2 Tray.
6.)	DISC 3 Tray.
7.)	CD 1 / CD 2 / CD 3 / PLAY/PAUSE / STOP / ( ) / ( ) / Buttons.
8.)	CD Door	OPEN/CLOSE Button.
9.)	VOLUME		Button.
10.)	VOLUME		Button.
11.) EQ Button.
12.)	PLAY MODE Button.
13.) RESET Button (Inside Pin Hole).
14.)	IR Remote Sensor.
15.)	MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAY.
16.)	Pedestal Stand.
17.)	AUX-IN Jack.
18.)	TUNING		Button.
19.)	TUNING		Button.
20.)	MEMORY UP Button.
21.)	BAND Button.
22.)	FM Lead Wire Antenna.
23.)	Remote Control Storage.
24.)	PHONES Jack.
25.)	Speaker Terminals.
26.)	AC Power Cord.
27.)	Back Up Battery Compartment.

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