Audiovox CE148C User Manual
Portable Radio/CD Player
Operating Instruction
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 to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
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 that is on a circuit different
from the one 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.
Do not place any heavy object on the top of the unit.
When the unit is used with an AC power adaptor, do not wrap
the unit in a cloth, blanket, etc. If you do, 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 subject to
temperatures below 5oC (41oF) or above 35oC (95oF).
Notes on headphones / earphones
Do not use headphones / earphones 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/earphones 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.
NOTES:
This unit can play Audio Discs including CD-Recordables and
CD-Rewriteables. Do not try to play CD-ROMs, CD-ls, CDVs,
or computer CDs.
The unit may not play a CD-R/RW disc that is recorded on
personal computers or some kinds of CD-R/RW recorders be-
cause of differences in recording platforms.
Do not attach any seal or label to either side(the recordable side
or the labled side) of a CD-R/RW disc. It may cause malfunction.
Do not use irregular shape CDs(example: heart-shaped, oc-
tagonal ones). It may result in malfunction.
When a CD-RW is loaded, it takes about 15 seconds before it
can be play-back.
POWER SOURCES
Using with Batteries
Insert two "AA" size batteries (LR6 or UM-3 alkaline) according to
the " " and " " indications in the battery compartment.
Inserting batteries
Open the CD door by pushing the clasp.
Detach the battery cover on the middle
cabinet and insert two "AA" size batteries
(LR6 or UM-3 alkaline).
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.
Do not mix ALKALINE, standard (CARBON-ZINC) or
rechargeable (NICKEL-CADMIUM) batteries.
Notes on "
When the battery voltage level is low, "
minutes, playback still continues in this period.
Playback will automatically come to a stop when the batteries
have no more power. Do not repeat pressing "
may operate incorrectly. Replace all the batteries with new ones.
"
"
" will flash 10 ~15
" as the unit
" will 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. Plus pole " " to the
centre pin of the 3.5 mm socket.Otherwise use only the supplied
AC power adaptor.
Be sure to disconnect the AC power adaptor when the unit is not in use.
FUNCTION OF CONTROLS
For the Customers in the United Kingdom/
European Countries
This Compact Disc player is
classified as a CLASS 1
LASER product.
The CLASS LASER PROD-
UCT label is located on the
bottom exterior.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
APPAREIL À LASER DE CLASSE 1
PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1
PRODUTO LASER CLASSE 1
For the Customers in Canada
This apparatus complies with the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions set out in radio interference regulations.
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM
CAUTION
WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.
This product
contains a
low power
laser device.
PRECAUTIONS
On Safety
As the laser beam used in this compact disc player may be 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, 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, the lens may be
damaged and the unit will not operate properly.
Notes:
One alternative method to resolve the failure is to add the following
instruction to the user manual.
The normal function of the product may be disturbed by
interference and shows error message, just re-connect the power
source for resume normal operation.
On Installation
Never install the unit where it would be subject to:
- heat sources such as radiators or airducts
- direct sunlight
- excessive dust
- moisture or rain
- mechanical vibration or shock
- unleveled surface
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should
be followed.
5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near
water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and
the like.
6. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location
or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For
example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa,
rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings;
or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a book case or cabinet,
that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.
7. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power
supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or
as marked on the appliance.
9. Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be taken so
that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance are not
defeated.
10.Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed
so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the appliance.
11.Cleaning -The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
12.Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of
time.
13.Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall, and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through
openings.
14.Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced
by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance;or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits
a marked change in performance; or
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
15.Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance
beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other
servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
OPEN
SKIP -
TUNING
SKIP +
TUNING
PLAY MODE /
STEREO
PROGRAM /
MEMORY
BAND /
TUNER ON
PRESET UP
PRESET DOWN
OPEN Button
For opening the CD tray to insert or remove a CD.
PLAY / PAUSE Button " "
Press " " button to begin playing.
Press " " button to pause during play.
To release pause, press " " button again.
STOP Button " "
To activate stop mode/standby mode from playing
mode.
In standby mode, press " " button again the
unit will be off.
SKIP-/TUNING Button
Press " SKIP-/TUNING " lightly/repeatedly:
To locate the beginning of the current selection or
previous selections, or tune into a station in Radio
status.
Keep " SKIP-/TUNING " depressed:
To go back at high speed, or auto search a station
in Radio status.
SKIP+/TUNING Button
Press " SKIP+/TUNING " lightly/repeatedly:
To locate the beginning of next selections, or tune
into a station in Radio status.
Keep " SKIP+/TUNING " depressed:
To go ahead at high speed, or auto search a
station in Radio status.
PLAY MODE/STEREO Button
Press PLAY MODE/STEREO button to select the
various playing modes during CD playback.
Press PLAY MODE/STEREO button to select the
stereo function during listen to the radio.
PROGRAM/MEMORY Button
Press PROGRAM/MEMORY button to reserve
songs while playing a CD, or store stations in
radio mode.
BAND/TUNER ON Button
Press BAND/TUNER ON button to select the AM
or FM band and listen to the radio.
PHONES Jack
For connecting the headphones/earphones.
Mains Socket (DC in 6V)
Volume Control
To adjust the volume.
PRESET UP/DOWN Buttons
Select presetted stations. Only available in radio
mode.
LISTENING TO THE RADIO
VARIOUS PLAYING MODES
DIGITAL ANTI-SHOCK SYSTEM
1. Press " BAND / TUNER ON " button to turn on the Radio.
2. Press " SKIP- / TUNING " or " SKIP+ / TUNING " button to tune
into a station.
To Tune Faster
Hold down the " SKIP- / TUNING " or " SKIP+/ TUNING " button.
While the button is being held, the frequency will change faster.
To Search for a Station Quickly (AUTO Search)
Keep the " SKIP - / TUNING " or " SKIP + / TUNING " button
pressed until the tuner starts searching for a station. After tuning
into a station, the search stops.
To stop the Auto Search manually, press the " SKIP - / TUNING " or
" SKIP + / TUNING " button.
The Auto Search may not stop at stations with very weak signals.
To Turn Off the RADIO
Press " " button to turn off the Radio.
Presetting RADIO Station
You can tune into a stored station directly by entering the
preset number.
10 stations on AM band can be presetted.
20 stations on FM band can be presetted.
1. Press " BAND/TUNER ON " button to select AM or FM band to
listen to the Radio.
2. Press " SKIP - / TUNING " or " SKIP + / TUNING " button to tune
your desired station.
3. Press " PROGRAM/MEMORY " button till " PGM " flashes in the
display window.
4. Press " PRESET UP " or " PRESET DOWN " button to select the
desired number.
5. Press " PROGRAM/MEMORY " button to store the station.
6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset other stations.
Tuning Into a Preset Station
Press the " PRESET UP " or " PRESET DOWN " button repeatedly
to select the desired preset station.
For Better Reception
FM: To improve FM reception,
extend the earphone cord.
Note:
During listen to the radio, you can press " PLAY MODE/STEREO "
button to select stereo broadcast. While the reception is good,
the "
" icon will appear in the display window.
AM: To improve AM reception,
rotate the unit.
DISC PLAYING
1. Open the CD door by sliding 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.
4. Press the "
Note: To play an 8 cm (3-inch) disc, you can play it without an
adaptor.
On Display Window
When you press " ", the display window shows:
During Playback
The track number of the current selection appears.
When "
the disc will be displayed and the unit is in standby mode. If "
pressed again the unit will return to full stop mode. If "
pressed the unit returns to play mode. The unit will return to full stop
mode automatically after approximately 30 seconds if no button is
pressed.
" is pressed during playback, total number of tracks on
During Pause
The current track time flashes.
When no disc is inserted into the player and when " " is pressed,
the display window shows "
The unit cannot be operated when " no disc " message is displayed.
After approx.30 seconds the unit will return to full stop mode, or
reset the player by pressing "
start playing.
" button to play " CD ".
" is
" is
Pause mode of the first track
" and " ".
" once and then insert a disc to
During playback, every time the " PLAY MODE/STEREO " button
is pressed, the mode will change to the next one as follows:
NORMAL play -> (
ALL -> INTRO -> SHUFF
) Repeat One -> ( ) Repeat
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/STEREO " button
during play until "
the display window.
Select desired track to be played
repeatedly by pressing " SKIP - /
TUNING " or " SKIP + / TUNING ".
To repeat the whole disc
Press " PLAY MODE/STEREO " button
during play until "
in the display window.
" appears in
" appears
Intro Play - Playing the First Ten Seconds of
All the Selections
1. Press " PLAY MODE/STEREO "
button during play until " INTRO "
flashes in the display window.
2. Press " " to begin the " INTRO "
play.
3. Press " PLAY MODE/STEREO "
button to cease the INTRO play and
continue playback in the NORMAL
play mode.
INTRO play always starts from the
first track.
SHUFF (Shuffle) Play - Playing the Selections
in Random Order
1. Press " PLAY MODE/STEREO "
button during play until " SHUFF "
flashes in the display window.
2. Press " " to begin the SHUFF
play.
To locate the beginning of the track
being played: press "SKIP-/
TUNING " .
To locate the next track: press " SKIP+ /
TUNING " ". However, you cannot
locate a previous track even if you
press "SKIP - / TUNING".
PGM (Program) Play - Playing the Selections
in the Desired Order
1. Press " PROGRAM/MEMORY "
button until " PGM " flashes and
"
" appears in the display
window.
2. Press " SKIP- / TUNING " or
" SKIP + / TUNING " button to
select the desired selection.
3. Press " PROGRAM/MEMORY "
button to store this track in memory.
4. To add additional track(s), repeat
steps 2 and 3.
5. Press "
and play starts.
To Edit Program Play:
To check: Press " PROGRAM / MEMORY " button lightly during
To change: When checking, press either " SKIP - / TUNING " or
To delete: When open the CD door including that program will be
Notes:
Repeat play, intro play can be performed during program.
PGM play cannot be set in SHUFF play mode.
The program is also erased when the disc compartment is
opened or the auto power off function turns the power off.
If the program mode is exited by means of the " " button, all the
programs would still remain in memory.
During the program play, the AMS operates in the programed
order. (AMS-auto music sensor).
", " PGM " stops flashing
programming before you press " ". Each time
"PROGRAM / MEMORY" button is pressed, the
track number appears in the display window.
" SKIP + / TUNING " button to alter the track number
for the program currently displayed. Press "PROGRAM
/ MEMORY " button to register the newly selected track
into memory.
cancelled.
The Digital Anti-Shock System incorporates a special electronic
circuit that prevents sound from skipping when the unit is subject
to shocks and vibration during play.
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 subject 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. To
reset the CD player, press " " once.
Note:
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.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Should any problem persist after you have made the following
checks, consult your nearest service facility.
Disc play does not start:
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/earphones plug is not firmly connected to the
PHONES jack Adjust the VOL control Dirty plug
Skipping of sound:
Dirty or defective disc Dirty lens Strong vibration
When using with batteries the battery life is short:
Use alkaline batteries and not manganese batteries.
The unit can not be operated:
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 "
" once and then insert a disc to start playing.
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 in a circular motion 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, or write anything on the
surface.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power requirements 2 "AA" size (LR6 or UM-3) alkaline
batteries, or DC IN 6V, 350mA
power adaptor
Polarity of plug
Operating voltage: U.S.A., Canada: 120V AC ± 5%
(AC adaptor) 60 Hz
Middle East and Australia:
240V AC ± 5% 50 Hz
UK and Germany:
230V AC ± 5% 50 Hz
Chile: 230V AC ± 5% 50 Hz
Singapore,Malaysia & Thailand:
200-240V AC ± 5% 50 Hz
Japan: 100V AC ± 5% 50/60Hz
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Printed in CHINA
811-821691-040
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