Califone 2455AV-02 User Manual 2

Owner’s Manual

Performer Plus

2455AV-02 Boombox

with CD, CD-R, and CD-RW compatibility

CALIFONE INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Chatsworth, CA 91311

www.califone.com

Model 2455AV-02

Powerful Sound Presentation Solutions™

ATTENTION: ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SHOULD BE READ BEFORE OPERATING APPLIANCE. ALL
OPERATING AND USE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED
WHEN OPERATING THE APPLIANCE. HEED AND ADHERE TO
ALL WARNINGS ON THE APPLIANCE AND IN THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS. RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

WATER & MOISTURE - DO NOT USE THE APPLIANCE NEAR
WATER; IE. BATHTUB, WASHBOWL, KITCHEN SINK, LAUNDRY
TUB, WET BASEMENT OR SWIMMING POOL.

VENTILATION - DO NOT SITUATE THE APPLIANCE SO THAT
ITS LOCATION OR POSITION INTERFERES 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. THE
APPLIANCE SHOULD NOT BE PLACED IN A BUILT-IN
INSTALLATION, SUCH AS A BOOKCASE OR CABINET, THAT
MAY IMPEDE THE FLOW OF AIR THROUGH THE VENTILATION
OPENINGS.

HEAT - SITUATE THE APPLIANCE AWAY FROM HEAT SOURCES
SUCH AS RADIATORS, HEAT REGISTERS, STOVES OR OTHER
APPLIANCES (INCLUDING AMPLIFIERS) THAT PRODUCE HEAT.

POWER SOURCES - CONNECT THE APPLIANCE ONLY TO A
POWER SUPPLY TYPE DESCRIBED IN THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS OR MARKED ON THE APPLIANCE.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION - PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE
TAKEN SO THAT THE GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION MEANS OF
THE APPLIANCE ARE NOT DEFEATED.

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.

CLEANING - THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE CLEANED ONLY AS
RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER.

NON USE PERIODS - UNPLUG THE APPLIANCE POWER
CORD FROM THE OUTLET WHEN LEFT UNUSED FOR A
LONG PERIOD OF TIME.

OBJECT & LIQUID ENTRY - CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN SO THAT
OBJECTS DO NOT FALL AND LIQUIDS ARE NOT SPILLED INTO
THE ENCLOSURE THROUGH OPENINGS.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE
SERVICED BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL WHEN:
(A) THE POWER SUPPLY CORD OR THE PLUG HAS BEEN
DAMAGED (B) OBJECTS HAVE FALLEN OR LIQUID HAS BEEN
SPILLED INTO THE APPLIANCE (C) THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN
EXPOSED TO RAIN (D) THE APPLIANCE DOES NOT APPEAR
TO BE OPERATING NORMALLY OR EXHIBITS A MARKED
CHANGE IN PERFORMANCE (E) THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN
DROPPED OR THE ENCLOSURE DAMAGED.

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK - DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: 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 with arrowhead
within a triangle is intended to
tell the user that parts inside the
product are a risk of electric shock
to persons.

The exclamation point within a
triangle is intended to tell the
user that important operating and
servicing instructions are in the
papers with the appliance.

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

This product is not designed to
function normally in strong electro­magnetic fields. Consequently, the
audio quality may degrade while the

product is exposed to strong elec­tromagnetic fields. Normal audio quality
operation will be recovered when the strong
electromagnetic field is no longer present.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Ce produit n’est pas conçu pour un
fonctionnement dans de forts
champs électromagnétiques. Par
conséquent, la qualité sonore peut

diminuer si ce produit est exposé à
un fort champ életromagnétique. La qualité
sonore redeviendra normale après affaib­lissement du champ électromagnétique.

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Tape speed is slow. Is the tape too old or the quality bad?

Tape running is unstable. Is there excessive slack in the tape?

There is excessive noise, the sound Are the tape heads dirty?
quivers or there are breaks in the sound.

Recording

The RECORD key cannot be depressed. Is a cassette loaded? Is the cassette’s erasure

prevention tab broken off?

Recording cannot be done. Are the heads dirty?

The previous recording cannot be erased. Is the erasure head dirty?

Is the tape type other than type 1 normal bias?

No sound output. Is the master volume turned up?

CD

CD play does not begin. Is the AC power cord unplugged or loose?

Is the CD upside down?
Is the CD or lens excessively dirty?
Is the disc holder closed properly?
Is the PAUSE mode on?
Is the FUNCTION switch on CD mode?

The CD produces no sound. Is there condensation inside the unit? If so, let stand

for 1-2 hours until dry.

The CD sound jumps. Is the lens or CD excessively dirty?

Is the unit subjected to excessive vibration?
Are there any bad scratches on the CD?

CD stops immediately. Is CD loaded upside down?

Is CD not set properly in tray?
Is CD excessively dirty?

CD takes too long to start Press STOP and PLAY/PAUSE again, repeat if necessary.

AM/FM Radio

No sound or signal Is FUNCTION Selector set to Radio?

Is Band Selector set properly?

Signal is unclear. Is telescoping antenna fully extended and properly

positioned for best reception?

FM Stereo reception is unclear. Tune Radio so FM Stereo LED is lit. Adjust antenna if necessary.

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Warranty

Be sure to register your 2455AV-02 at www.califone.com

Service and Repair Instructions

In the event that service should become necessary for any reason, contact the dealer from whom you
purchased this unit. The service or repairs can be done promptly and efficiently by your Califone dealer. If
you wish assistance from the factory, write us:

Attention: Customer Service
Califone International Inc.
21300 Superior Street
Chatsworth, CA 91311

Or, call, toll free: [phone]

Be sure to have the model and serial number available. Please DO NOT SHIP ANY UNIT TO THE

FACTORY WITHOUT PRIOR AUTHORIZATION AND INSTRUCTIONS.

Specifications

Output Power 14 Watts
Radio Frequency Range AM 525-1710KHZ

FM 88 – 108 MHz
Cassette Frequency Response 80Hz – 12000Hz
CD Frequency Response 20Hz – 20000Hz
Power Supply AC 110V – 60Hz, 8”D” (UM-1) Cells
Dimensions (WxHxD) 22”W x 8”H x 8.5”D
Weight 11 lbs.

Troubleshooting

PROBLEMS ITEMS TO CHECK

General

The unit does not operate. Is the AC power cord unplugged?

Are the batteries fully charged?

Cassette

Cassette cannot be loaded. Is cassette being loaded properly?

Is the PLAY key depressed?

The tape does not move. Is the PAUSE key depressed?

The tape gets caught in the tape Is the pinch roller or capstan dirty?
transport mechanism. Is there excessive slack in the tape?

Thank you for choosing the Califone® 2455AV-02. This fully digital, state of the art media center is capable of handling
the most creative of your audio needs. Because it was designed with teacher and administrator input, the 2455AV-02
will add flexibility and versatility to your classroom instruction.

I encourage you to visit our website to learn more about the complete line of Califone headphones, media players,
computer peripherals, microphones and portable audio equipment.

Sincerely,

Terry Soley
President and CEO
Califone International, Inc.

Inspecting & Unpacking

Although the shipping carton and packaging materials are designed to prevent damage during shipment, you should
inspect the carton for any signs of mishandling or damage immediately upon receiving your new unit. Carefully lift the
unit from the carton and inspect it for any signs of damage. Save all packaging materials for possible later use.

Note: Any shipping damage or loss claims must be submitted to the freight agent.

Your carton and packaging should contain the following:

(1) 2455AV-02 CD/Dual Cassette/AM/FM Radio
(1) RC-2400 Remote Control
(2) AAA Alkaline batteries
(1) Owner’s Manual
(1) Califone Warranty Registration mail-in card
(1) Project Intercept tag

Initial Set-Up

AC Line Operation

1. The power cord is located at the rear of the unit. Release the cord retainer tab and uncoil the cord.

2. Plug the cord into a standard 120 volt 50-60 Hz AC outlet. Be sure the plug blades are fully inserted. THE UNIT IS ON
WHEN PLUGGED IN.

Battery Operation

1. The battery compartment is located at the rear of the unit. Push the lever at the center of the door toward the rear of
the unit, then lift the door free.

2. Eight "D" size batteries are required. Refer to the orientation diagram shown inside the battery compartment when
installing. Place the batteries on top of the nylon ribbon to help "pop" out the old batteries when you need to replace
them.

3. Replace the battery cover.

IMPORTANT: Remove all batteries from your cassette unit if it will not be used for an extended period of time.
DO NOT LEAVE DISCHARGED BATTERIES IN THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT. DAMAGE TO THE UNIT DUE TO BATTERY
CORROSION IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.

NOTE: Califone cassette recorders are designed for use only with Type 1 Normal Bias recording tape.