Audiovox CE500S Operating Instructions Manual

AM/MW

Connect the loop aerial (provided) to the "AM/
MW LOOP ANTENNA" snap terminals at the
back of the unit.

TO SEARCH FOR A STATION
AUTOMATICALLY

Press the <TUNING/SKIP or TUNING/SKIP>
button for 1 to 2 seconds, and a station is
searched for automatically. After tuning in a
station, the search stops.
The search may not stop at a station with a
very weak signal.

IF THE FM STEREO BROADCAST
SIGNAL IS WEAK

Set the FM MODE selector to MONO.
Background noise will be reduced but the
signal reproduced will be mono.
To restore stereo reception, set the FM
MODE selector to STEREO.

2. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open
CD door. Place a disc in the CD tray with
the label face front and then press the
OPEN/CLOSE button to close CD door.
The total number of tracks will show on
the display.

TO INTERRUPT PLAYBACK

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.
The and track time will blink.
To resume playback, press the PLAY/
PAUSE button again.

TO STOP PLAYBACK

Press the STOP button.

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PRESS THE POWER BUTTON

Press the POWER button, the POWER ON indicator light up. Select the desired function and the
corresponding function indicator will light up.

TO TURN OFF THE UNIT

Press the POWER button to STANDBY, the POWER ON indicator will turn off and only clock display
will be shown.

1. Press the MEMORY button in clock
mode. HOUR blink.

3. Press the MEMORY button in clock
mode. MINUTES blink.

4. Press the < TUNING/SKIP> buttons to
set correct minutes and press the
MEMORY button to start the clock.

NOTE: If a button is not pressed for 10 seconds the clock set mode will be exited automatically .

2. Press the < TUNING/SKIP> buttons to
set correct hour.

To adjust volume To select x-bass

X-BASS is designed specifically to
boost the low frequency sound to
obtain a more powerful bass.
Note: Press the X-BASS button, the
green indicator of X-BASS will light up.

WHEN RECORDING

Adjustments to the VOLUME or X-BASS control
will not affect the recording.

1. Press the TUNER button.

FOR BETTER RECEPTION

FM

Fully unwind the wire antenna. Then extend
the wire antenna and place it in the position
that sounds best.
NOTE: DO NOT CONNECT TO AN
OUTSIDE ANTENNA.

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION

TURNING ON THE UNIT

CLOCK SETTING

ADJUSTING THE SOUND

TIMER OPERATION (for remote only)

The power can be turned on and off automatically at a preset time so that you can wake up tape music,
CD or radio. Make sure the clock is correct before timer setting.

1. Press the MODE•REMIAN button until TIMER ON/OFF is in the display.

2. Press the MEMORY•CLOCK button in clock mode. Hours blink.

3. Pres s the

SKIP buttons to set correct hour.

4. Press the MEMORY•CLOCK button to make minutes blink.

5. Press the SKIP buttons to set correct minutes.

6. Press the MODE•REMAIN button to store the ON/OFF time. It will return to normal mode.

TIMER SETTING - in standby mode

1. Set the time of the timer-on and timer-off.

2. Select the desired program source with the
FUNCTION.
TUNER: Select a band and station.
TAPE: Insert the cassette tape.
CD: Insert a disc.

3. Press TIMER.
TIMER appears in the display.

4. Press POWER to standby mode.

5. For cassette playback, press PLAY.

At the timer-on time, the system turns on
automatically.

PLAY TIMER

The system will record a radio broadcast at
a preset time.

1. Set the time of the timer-on and timer-off.

2. Set to TUNER.

3. Select a band and station.

4. Insert the cassette tape for recording.

5. Press TIMER.
TIMER appears in the display.

6. Press POWER to standby mode.

7. Press REC (record) which also engages
PLAY.

RECORD TIMER

Cancel the timer function

Press the timer button until the timer function is turned off.

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LISTENING TO THE RADIO

2. Press the BAND button to select the desired

band.

3. Press the <TUNING/SKIP> buttons to select
a station.

TO RECEIVE THE FM BROADCAST IN
STEREO

Set the FM MODE selecotr to STEREO.
When receiving FM broadcasts in stereo, The
word "STEREO" illuminate.

1. Set to the desired band and station.

PRESETTING STATION

They can be tuned in to by selecting their preset numbers. It is possible to store stations of any band in
order of your choice.

TUNING INTO A PRESET STATION

Manual memory presetting

This feature allows you to manually preset stations to any desired channel.

2. Press the MEMORY button until the
MEMORY indicator blinks.

3. Press the PRESET/REPEAT button to select
a channel number for the preset station.

Note: If the button is

not pressed for
a few seconds

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4. Memorize the station.

5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 for the next preset.

Press the PRESET/REPEAT button to select a preset number.

NOTE

If a button is not pressed for 10 seconds the preset mode will be exited automatically.

CD PLAYBACK

FOR PRIVATE LISTENING

Connect the headphone (Ø3.5 mm stereo mini­plug) to the PHONES jack.
When headphones are connected, the speakers
are automatically disconnected.

1. Press the CD button. 3. To start playing, press the PLAY/
PAUSE button.

To move backward at high speed

Keep the SKIP button pressed during
play and release at the desired point.

To move forward at high speed

Keep the SKIP button pressed during
play and release at the desired point.

Locating a particular point in a track

Keep it pressed

To find a previous track

Press the SKIP button once to return to
the beginning of the current track.
Press theSKIP button repeatedly to skip
tracks backward one by one.

To skip tracks

Press the SKIP button repeatedly to skip
track(s) forward one by one.

Searching for the beginning of a track

Press it once

NOTE

The CD player may skip if the loud speakers are situated close to the player and if high volume or
x-bass levels are used.

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TUNING INTO A STATION MANUALLY

1. Press the SLEEP button while the power is
on. "SLEEP 90" lights in the display.
Note: SLEEP can only be adjusted in
TUNER, TAPE and CD modes.

SLEEP SETTING (for remote only)

When the sleep timer is used, the power is automatically turned off after the specified time passes.

2. Press and hold the SLEEP button to select
the length of remaining time until the unit
turns off.
It changes the indicator in the following way:

The sleep timer is set and the word "SLEEP" is
shown on the display.
To cancel the sleep timer, press the SLEEP
button once and "SLEEP" will go out in the
display.

SLEEP 90

SLEEP 80

...... SLEEP 20

SLEEP 10

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DOWN

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DOWN

MHz

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1. Press the MEMORY button.

2. Press the SKIP buttons to select

the desired tracks.

PROGRAMMING TRACKS - in the CD stop mode

3. Press the MEMORY button again.

4. To program additional tracks.

repeat step 2 to 3.

To check the program

While in the stop mode, press the MEMORY
button. The disc, track and program numbers will
appear on the display.
Press the MEMORY button again to view the
other programmed selections.

These displays do not appear during programmed
play.

To play the programmed tracks

Press the PLAY/PA USE button.

To stop programmed play

Press the STOP button.

To clear the memory content

Press the STOP button and OPEN the CD door
or set to other function.

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

CLASS 1 LASER

PRODUCT

APPAREIL Á LASER

DE CLASSE 1

CAUTION

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION

WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS

DEFEATED.

AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM

This product contains a low power laser device.

PRECAUTIONS

Follow the advice below for safe and appropriate operations.

of the power supply in your area before
plugging in the unit.

ON CONDENSATION

• When left in a heated room where it is warm
and damp, water droplets or condensation
may form inside the CD player.

• When there is condensation inside the unit,
the unit may not function normally.

• Let it stand for 1 to 2 hours before turning the
power on, or gradually heat the room up and
dry the unit before use.

FCC INFORMATION (For USA only)

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operations are 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 operations.

Should any trouble occur, disconnect the
AC power cord and refer servicing to
qualified personnel.

ON PLACEMENT

• Do not use the unit in places which are
extremely hot, cold, dusty, or humid.

• Place the unit on a flat and even surface.

• Do not restrict the air flow of the unit by
placing it in a place with poor air flow, by
covering it with a cloth, or by placing it on a
carpet.

ON SAFETY

• When connecting and disconnecting the AC
cord, grip the plug and not the cord itself.
Pulling the cord may damage it and create a
hazard.

• When you are not going to use the unit for a
long period of time, disconnect the AC power
cord.

ON AC VOLTAGE
Caution: To prevent electrical shock, match
wide blade of plug to wide slit, fully insert.

• Before use, check that the rated voltage of
your unit matches your local voltage.

• Set the voltage selector (110-120V/220­240V) on the back of the unit.

• In areas with AC 110-120V, attach the plug
adaptor to the power cord. Plug the power to
the AC outlet.

• In areas with AC 220-240V, plug the power
cord to the AC outlet.

Voltage selector (rear panel - optional)

• Some models are equipped with a voltage
selector to conform to local power supplies.
Be sure to set this switch to match the voltage

(on back of
the unit)

AC VOLTAGE

110 - 120V

220 - 240V

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1. Cassette knob cover

2. Cassette operation buttons
PAUSE

STOP/EJECT
F.FWD (Fast Forward)
REWIND
PLAY
RECORD

3. Left speaker

4. Cassette compartment

5. DISPLAY

6. REMOTE SENSOR (optional)

7. PHONES jack

8. X-BASS/POWER ON indicator

9. CD door

10. CD function buttons (PRESET/
REPEAT/ STOP / PLAY/PAUSE

/<TUNING/SKIP>)

11. X-BASS control

12. POWER button

13. CD button

14. TUNER button

15. TAPE button

16. BAND button

17. INTRO button

18. Stand (optional)

19. VOLUME +/- controls

20. MEMORY button

21. FM MODE/BEAT CUT selector

22. OPEN/CLOSE button

23. Right speaker

NOTES:

• Do not push the CD door to close it.

• CD door cannot open while power is off.

VERTICAL CD MICRO SYSTEM

WITH RADIO

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK

OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash
and arrowhead within
the triangle is a
warning sign alerting
you of "dangerous
voltage" inside the
product.

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ITEMS TO CHECK

• Make sure AC power plug is secure in the outlet, and
outlet has power.

• Make sure FUNCTION selector is set to CD.

• Make sure disc label is facing up.

• Make sure disc is clean.

• Pause mode is activated.

• Disc may be damaged or dirty; check disc.

• Make sure the unit is on a secure spot. Vibration or jarring
can cause the disc to skip.

• Make sure FM antenna wire is unwound.

• Electrical interference in your home can cause poor
reception. Move the unit away from sources of interference
(especially those with motors and transformers).

• Set the AM/MW loop antenna to a direction for the better
reception.

• Tape heads are dirty; clean them.

• Tape is damaged. Try another tape.

• Tabs on edge of cassette may be missing or broken. If you
want to record on that cassette cover the holes with
removable tape.

PROBLEMS
CD

System does not turn on

Disc in place but unit won't play

Disc skips

RADIO

Poor FM reception

Poor AM/MW reception

TAPE

Distorted or noisy recording
Record button won't depress

Power consumption: 40 W
Power source: AC 120 V ~ 60 Hz (USA and Canada)

AC 110/120V - 220/240V ~ 50/60Hz (Others)
AC 220V ~ 50 Hz (Hong Kong and China)
AC 230V ~ 50 Hz ( Europe)
AC 240V ~ 50 Hz ( Australia)

Specifications subject to changed without notice.

TO STOP RECORDING

Press the STOP/EJECT button.

TO INTERRUPT RECORDING

Press the PAUSE button.
To resume recording, press the PAUSE button
again.

NOTE

If you wish to record on a pre-recorded tape, that
has its record inhibit tab removed, you must first
cover the hole with sealing tape otherwise the
record button is locked and cannot be depressed.

IF SQUEALING SOUNDS (BEATING) ARE
HEARD WHEN RECORDING AM/MW
PROGRAMS

Try moving the FM MODE/BEAT CUT
selector (on the right side of the unit) to a
different position to reduce the noise.

TO ERASE A RECORDED TAPE

1. Press the POWER button.

2. Slide the FUNCTION selector to TAPE.

3. Insert a tape with the side you want to erase
facing you.

4. Press the RECORD button to start
erasing.

CLEANING CD

If the CD skips or will not play, the disc may need cleaning.
Before playing, wipe the disc from the center out with a
cleaning cloth. After playing, store the disc in its case.

CLEANING THE UNIT

Do not use volatile chemicals on this unit. Clean by lightly wiping with a soft cloth.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

• Should the CD door be opened before the reading of the CD is completed, a jamming noise may occur.
This can be resolved by closing the CD door and then press the TAPE or TUNER button temporarily
to TAPE/RADIO.

• If an abnormal display indication or an operating problem occurs, disconnect the AC power cord. Wait
at least 5 seconds, then reconnect the AC power cord.

• Before transporting the unit, take out the disc from the CD tray.

CLEANING THE TAPE HEADS

Clean the head with a cotton bud slightly moistened with
cleaning fluid or denatured alcohol.

4. Play the source to be recorded.

Recording from a CD

Recording from the radio

3. Press the RECORD button.

1. Insert a cassette tape.

2. Press the PAUSE button.

(Refer to listening to the Radio)

(Refer to Compact Disc Playback)

2. Insert the cassette tape.

TO STOP PLAYBACK

Press the STOP/EJECT button.

TO INTERRUPT PLAYBACK

Press the PAUSE button.
To resume play, press the PAUSE button again.

TO FAST WIND OR REWIND

Press the REWIND or F.FWD button. Press the STOP/EJECT button to stop winding
at the desired position.

WHEN THE TAPE REACHES ITS END

During fast wind or regular play, the tape will stop automatically when its end is reached.

The exclamation point
within the triangle is a
warning sign alerting
you of important
instructions
accompanying the
product.

1. Press the TAPE button.

3. Press the PLAY button.

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TO REPEAT THE WHOLE DISC

Press the PRESET/REPEAT button until
REPEAT indicator light up.

REPEAT PLAY

This function will allow a single tracks or all the tracks on the disc to be played repeatedly.

TO REPEAT THE SAME TRACK

Press the PRESET/REPEAT button until
REPEAT indicator blink.

TO CANCEL REPEAT PLAY

Press the PRESET/REPEAT button until REPEAT indicator switched off.

Press the INTRO button.
INTRO appears in the display.

INTRODUCTION PLAY - at CD stop mode

This function allows the first 10 seconds of each
track of the disc to be played.

To cancel introduction play.

Press the STOP or INTRO button so that
INTRO in the display goes out.

Press the RANDOM button.
RANDOM appears in the display and press
the PLAY/PAUSE button to start play.

RANDOM PLAY

All the tracks on the disc can be played in random
order.

To cancel random play.

Press the STOP or RANDOM button so
that RANDOM in the display goes out.

TAPE PLAYBACK

TAPE PLAYBACK
USABLE TAPE - Use only normal (type I) tapes for pla yback.

RECORDING
USABLE TAPE - Use only normal (type I) tapes for recording.

5. Press the PAUSE button.

MAINTENANCE

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SPECIFICATIONS

REMOTE CONTROL (optional)

1. X-BASS control

2. SLEEP button

3. MODE • REMAIN button

4. MEMORY • CLOCK button

5. TUNER button

6. CD button

7. REPEAT/PRESET button

8. SKIP • TUNING buttons

9. STOP button

10. POWER/STANDBY button

11. BAND button

12. PLAY/PAUSE button

13. VOLUME +\- controls

14. TAPE button

15. RANDOM button

16. INTRO button

17. TIMER button

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL CORRECTLY

• Point the Remote Control at the REMOTE SENSOR
located on the unit.

• When there is a strong ambient light source, the
performance of the infrared REMOTE SENSOR may be
degraded, causing unreliable operation.

• The recommended effective distance for remote operation
is about 4 meters (13 feet).

TO INSTALL BATTERIES

1. Open the battery door.

2. Insert two R03 (AAA or SUM-4) size batteries.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

When batteries become weak, the operating distance of the Remote Control is greatly reduced and you
will need to replace the batteries.

NOTE:

If the Remote Control is not to be used for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage caused by
battery leakage corrosion.
Do not mix different types of batteries, or old batteries with new ones.

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STAND ASSEMBLY

REMOVE THE STAND