Audiovox CE146B User Manual
Compact Disc Compact Player
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future
reference.
WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
INFORMATION (For the Customers in U.S.A)
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.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.
For the Customers in the United Kingdom and/European Countries
This Compact Disc player is classified
as a CLASS 1 LASER product.
The CLASS LASER PRODUCT label is
located on the bottom exterior.
For the Customers in Canada
THIS APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH THE CLASS B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS
SET OUT IN RADIO INTERFERENCE REGULATIONS.
PRECAUTIONS
On safety
As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to
disassemble the casing. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Do not put any foreign objects in the safety slot inside the disc compartment. If you do so, the laser
beam may come out when the lid is opened.
Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 6V (external power input) jack.
Should any solid objects or liquid fall into the unit, disconnect the power supply and have the unit
checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
On operation
Since the CD system offers a wide dynamic range, the peaks of the high level inputs are recorded
with high fidelity, and the noise level is very low. Do not turn up the volume while listening to
a part of the disc with no audio signals or very low level inputs. If you do so, the speakers may
be damaged when the peak level of the sound is played. The lens on the disc table should be kept clean.
Do not touch the lens or poke at it. If you do so, the lens may be damaged and the unit will not operate
properly.
On installation
Never install the unit where it would be subjected to:
- heat sources such as radiators or airducts.
- direct sunlight.
- excessive dust.
to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
- moisture or rain.
- mechanical vibration or shock.
- unleveled surface.
Do not place any heavy object on top of the unit.
When the unit is used with a AC power adaptor, do not wrap the unit in a cloth, blanket, etc. If you
do so, the temperature inside and outside the unit may rise considerably, resulting in malfunctioning of the unit or serious accidents.
If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room,
moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit. Should this occur, the unit will not operate. In
this case, remove the disc and leave the unit in a warm place for several hours until the
moisture evaporates.
For the unit to operate at its best, it should not be subjected to temperatures below 5 C ( 4 1 F)
or above 35o C ( 9 5o F).
Notes on headphones/earphone
Do not use headphones/earphone while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle, it may
create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your
headsets at high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise
extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Avoid using headphones/earphone at high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud
and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate
to the people around you.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest dealer.
Function of Controls
PLAY MODE
PROG
Opening the CD tray
to insert or remove a
CD.
PLAY/PAUSE
Press once for disc
playing.
Press twice for pause.
To release pause,
press again .
STOP/POWER OFF
Press once for disc
playing stops.
Press twice for power
off.
Track search and fast
forward/fast reverse
Press
peatedly:
To locate the beginning
of the current selection
or previous selections
- AMS*
Keep
To go back at high
speed (search).
Press
peatedly:
To locate the beginning
of next selection /
selections-AMS*
Keep
To go ahead at high
speed (search).
* AMS - auto music
PLAY MODE
Button for selecting the
various play mode.
PROG (Program)
Playing the selections
in the desired order.
lightly/re-
depressed:
lightly/re-
depressed:
sensor.
ANT I-S HOCK
ON/OF F
DC input socket
Line out jack
For connecting an
external amplifier
(stereo unit, active
loudspeakers etc.).
Phones jack
For connecting the
headphones/earphone.
Volume
Adjust the VOLUME.
X-Bass
OFF: normal sound
ON: bass sounds are
amplified
ANTI-SHOCK
Press ANTI-SHOCK
button to prevent
sound skipping.
Power Sources
USING WITH BATTERIES
Insert two size AA batteries(LR6 or SUM-3 alkaline) according to the
indications in the battery compartment.
Notes on batteries
Insert batteries with correct polarity.
Do not use old batteries together with new ones or different types of batteries
together.
If the electrolyte inside the battery should leak, wipe the contaminated parts in the
battery compartment with a cloth and replace the old batteries with new ones.
When the unit is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries.
Notes on
During playback (batteries are in use), is off.
When the battery voltage level is low,
playback still continues in this period.
Playback would automatically come to a stop when the batteries have no more
power.Do not repeat pressing
the batteries with new ones.
would not be on if an AC adaptor is used.
USING ON HOUSE CURRENT
If the unit you purchased does not include an AC power adaptor, please use a 6V
350mA AC power adaptor. Otherwise please use only the supplied AC power
adaptor.
When the unit is not to be used, be sure to disconnect the AC power adaptor.
as the unit may operate incorrectly. Replace all
will light for approx. 10 ~15 minutes,
and
Disc Playing
1. Open the CD tray with the OPEN button.
2. Insert the CD with the printed side facing upwards and push the disc gently until
it clicks so that the disc fits into the pivot.
3. Press the CD door to close.
On display window
When you press
During play
The track number of the current selection appears.
When " STOP/POWER OFF" is pressed during play,total number of tracks on the
disc will be displayed and the unit is still on. If "
again the unit will be returned to full stop mode. If "PLAY" is pressed the unit returns to
play mode. The unit will be returned to full stop mode automatically after approximately
30 seconds if no button is played again within the 30 seconds.
During pause
The playing track number will show
When no disc is inserted onto the player and when "
window shows "Er".
The unit cannot be operated when error message is displayed. After approx. 30
seconds the unit will return to full stop mode, or reset the player by pressing "STOP"
once and then insert a disc to start playing.
, the display window shows:-
Total number of tracks First track playing begins
STOP/POWER OFF" is pressed
Pause mode of the second track
" is pressed, the display
Various Playing Modes
During playback, every time the PLAY MODE key is pressed, the mode would be
changed to the next one as follows:
NORMAL play -> (
Normal Play - Playing the Whole Disc
The CD is played once from beginning to end.
Repeat Playback (Repeat One and Repeat All)
To repeat the same track
Press PLAY MODE during play until "
the display window. Select desired track to be played only
once by pressing
To repeat the whole disc
Press PLAY MODE during play until "
the display window.
Intro Play - Playing the First About Ten seconds of All the Selections
1. Press PLAY MODE during play until
display window.
2. Press
3. Pressing
* INTRO play always starts from the first track.
Shuffle Play - Playing the Selections in Random Order
1. Press Play Mode during play until "SHUFF" flashes in the
2. Press
* To locate the next track: press
locate a previous track even if you keep
PROG (Program) Play - Playing the Selections in the Desired Order
1. Press PROG button until
2. Press
3. Press PROG to register track no.4, for example, as the first
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 .
5. Press
NOTES:
* Repeat play and INTRO play can be performed during program play.
* The program is also erased when the disc compartment is opened or the auto power
* If the program mode is exited by means of the STOP key, all the programs would
* During the program play, the AMS operates in the programed order.
Program Edition
To check: Press "PROG" lightly during programming before you press
To change: When checking press either
to begin the INTRO play.
again will cease the INTRO play and continue
playback in the NORMAL play mode.
display window.
to begin the SHUFFLE play.
display window.
or to select the desired selection.
selection. The track no. indication will be returned to "00".
, " " stops flashing and play starts.
off function turns the power off.
still remain in memory.
. Each time "PROG" is pressed the track number appears in the
display window.
program currently displayed. Press "PROG" to register the
newly selected track into memory.
)repeat one -> ( )repeat all -> INTRO -> SHUFFLE
" appears in
or .
" appears in
flashes in the
. However, you cannot
pressed.
and " " flash in the
or to alter the track number for the
To delete: When open the CD door including that program will be cancelled.
Notes on the LINE OUT jack
If the CD Player you purchased includes a line cord, you can connect it to the input
terminals of a stereo system for enhanced sound. Adjust the volume control of the
stereo system to a desired level.
Please note the volume control of the CD Player will have no effect on the sound
level when the LINE OUT jack is used for connection.
Do not use the headphones jack for connection to a stereo system as sound may
be distorted.
Digital Anti-Shock System
The Digital Anti-Shock System incorporates a special electronic circuit that prevents
sound from skipping when the unit is subjected to shocks and vibration during play.
When you start playback, the Anti-Shock System turn on and "
appears in the display to prevent sound skipping.
When the unit receives a physical shock which prevents the laser pick-up from
"reading" the CD, this system immediately starts playing the sound stored in its
memory and continues until the laser pick-up recovers.
If the unit is subjected to continuous shocks and all the data stored in memory is used
up the sound will skip.
If the vibration stops then the data memory will be restored. If continuous vibration is
applied when the data memory is empty, an error message "
reset the CD player press " STOP / POWER OFF " once.
To cancel the Anti-Shock System, press the ANTI-SHOCK button, then "
indicator disappears in the display.
NOTES:
In the "DIGITAL ANTI-SHOCK SYSTEM", battery power consumption is more
because the disc rotates faster than normal and the memory circuit is active.
When the Digital Anti-Shock System is switched on or off, the sound will be interrupted
for a short time. This is normal.
Under some conditions, noise may be heard or sound skipping may occur.
-when the disc is dirty or scratched.
-when the disc contains certain signals.
-when the unit is subjected to a certain kind of shock.
In these conditions, try to release "DIGITAL ANTI-SHOCK SYSTEM."
" will be displayed. To
" indicator
Troubleshooting Guide
Should any problem persists after you have made the following checks, consult your
nearest service facility.
Disc play does not start:-
The LOCK switch of the CD player or the wired remote control( if supplied) is set to
LOCK The disc is inserted upside down or incorrectly. Insert the disc correctly with the
label surface up Dusty or defective disc Dirty or dusty lens. The disc compartment
lid is not closed Moisture condensation -> Leave the unit in a warm place until the
moisture evaporates The AC power adaptor is not plugged into the wall outlet The unit
is not placed on a level surface Weak batteries
No sound from the headsets:-
The headphones/earphone plug is not firmly connected to the PHONES jack Adjust
the VOL control Dirty plug
No sound from the connected speakers:-
Check the connections The amplifier is not turned on
Skipping of sound:-
Dirty or defective disc Dirty lens. Strong vibration
When using with batteries the battery life is short:-
Manganese batteries are used. Use alkaline batteries
Display window shows "
No disc , dirty disc or scratched disc. The unit will return to full stop mode after approx.30
seconds, or reset the player by pressing "STOP" once and then insert a disc to start
playing.
" error message and the unit cannot be operated:-
"
Maintenance
CLEANING THE UNIT
Do not use volatile chemicals on this unit. Clean by lightly wiping with a soft cloth.
CLEANING CD
If the CD skips or will not play, the disc may need to be cleaned. Before playing, wipe the
disc from the centre out with a cleaning cloth. After playing, store the disc in its case.
HANDLING THE DISC
Only touch the CD on the edge to avoid finger prints on its surface. Do not stick paper
or tape nor write anything on the surface.
Specifications
General
Compact disc digital audio system
Digital filter eight-time oversampling
Three-spot optical pick up
Output (at 1KHz 0dB level) Line output (stereo minijack)
Power requirements 2 size AA (LR6 or SUM-3) alkaline batteries, or DC IN 6V,
Dimensions Approx. 128 x 31 x 137 mm (w/h/d)
Weight Approx. 205g (not incl. batteries)
Operating voltage:
U.S.A., Canada:
120V AC
Chile:
230V AC
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Note: This appliance conforms with EEC Directive 87/308/EEC regarding interference
suppression.
Printed in China
5% 60 Hz
5% 50 Hz
Output level 0.4V (Rms) at 47 KΩ at 1KHz
Headphones/earphone (stereo minijack)
15 mW + 15 mW at 16Ω to 32Ω
350mA power adaptor
Polarity of plug
Middle East and Australia:
240V AC
Singapore,Malaysia & Thailand:
200-240V AC
5% 50 Hz
5% 50 Hz
811-890191-161
UK and Germany:
230V AC
Japan:
100V AC
5% 50 Hz
5% 50/60Hz
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