Coomber 2242 Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions: 2242

PA CD Cassette Player

Coomber

Power from Mains

The Mains ON/OFF switch is located on the side panel. When ON, the
power indicator (1) on the front panel will illuminate.

Amplifier Controls

· Volume control (7)

To protect listeners, always adjust the volume control (7) to
minimum before use - particularly if headphones are being used.
Turn the volume level up once the CD or cassette is playing.

If necessary restart the CD or cassette once the volume level is set.

· Balance Control (8)

The balance control (8) allows fading between the speakers.
Maximum output of both speakers is achieved when the dial is set
to the centre point.

When turned fully left, the right hand speaker cuts out completely
and vice versa - ideal where music is recorded on one track and
voices on the other.

· Treble (9) and Bass (10) Controls

The treble and bass controls allow listeners to adjust the sound
output to suit, enhancing sound quality as required.

NB Recording

The position of the above mentioned amplifier controls will not
affect recordings, regardless of their position.

· Input Volume (14) Control

The input volume control is used for public address work and
controls the volume of microphones or auxiliary equipment.

Public Address (PA) facility

Microphone(s) can be used to amplify your voice. External sources such
as a guitar or keyboard etc, played through the PA amplifier.

· To a mplify your voice: Connect microphone(s) to either or both of
the two mono microphone input sockets (3).

· To amplify an external source: Connect line level equipment using a
stereo jack plug to the Aux socket (4).

· Volume: Adjust the Input Volume (14) to suit.

NB The MIC and AUX inputs are passively mixed and may be

connected simultaneously.

Preventing Feedback

1. Make sure the microphone is switched off before switching the
system on.

2. Ensure that the INPUT VOLUME (14) is turned down (anti­clockwise) to its lowest position.

3. Switch on the microphone.

4. Gradually turn up the INPUT VOLUME (14) until feedback just
starts to occur (you should hear a whine noise) and then turn the
volume down a little until you can no longer hear the feedback.
You might have to experiment with the volume control to
get optimum results.

Note: Some microphones are not designed for Public Address and
further advice may be needed.

Headphone Sockets (11 & 12)

Connecting Mono or Stereo headphones to the MASTER headphone
socket (12) automatically disconnects the internal loudspeakers.

Up to five more pairs of headphones may be connected to Sockets (11).

Note: If the MASTER socket is not used, then the internal loudspeakers
are not disconnected and sound will be reproduced through the
internal loudspeakers and any headphones connected.

SAFETY: For safety you are advised to use only 600 ohm headphones

such as Coomber 1929 headphones.

Prior to using headphones, always turn the volume down,
fit the headphones and then adjust the sound to a
comfortable level.

Tape / CD Selector (5)

The SELECT button (5), should be pushed IN to play CDs or OUT to play
cassette tapes.

External Amplifier Outputs (6)

Use EXT AMP L & R (6) outputs to connect to an external amplifier,
Coomber Booster Speakers or a mixing desk.

The output level is not fixed and may be adjusted by using the
VOLUME and BALANCE controls.

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PLEASE NOTE: ALWAYS CLOSE THE CD TRAY (1)

WITH THE UNIT SWITCHED ON. PUSHING THE TRAY

CLOSED WITH THE POWER OFF MAY LEAD TO

DAMAGE DURING SUBSEQUENT TRANSPORTATION.

Program Mode

The CD player can be programmed to play any
combination of tracks, in any order, on a CD. To
do so, simply do the following:-

1Insert a CD and wait for the display to show the

number of tracks and the total CD time.

2Press PROG once, then select a track using the

REV/B.SKIP or CUE/F.SKIP buttons.

3Repeat the process until all of the required

tracks have been included.

4Press PLAY to begin listening. The word PROG is

displayed permanently while the programmed
play list is playing.

Notes

· You can use REV/B.SKIP, CUE/F.SKIP and PAUSE
in program mode, but pressing STOP, or
ejecting the CD will cancel the memory.

· After 10 seconds of inactivity the PROG mode
will shut down. Don’t worry, simply press PROG
again to return to the mode. Any input
information will still be available (up to the last
time the PROG button was pressed).

CD TRAY

Can be closed by pushing

gently or by pressing the

OPEN/CLOSE button.

REVIEW/BACK SKIP

Press once to skip back a track,

press and hold to review

through the track being played.

CUE/FORWARD SKIP

Press once to skip forward a

track, press and hold to cue

through the track being played.

STOP

Press once to stop playing CD.
The CD player will reset itself.
Note: Random, Prog and Repeat settings
will be lost when STOP is depressed.

PLAY/PAUSE

Press once to go play a track. Press
again to pause play (seconds counter
will flash). Press again to cancel pause
mode and continue playing.

OPEN/CLOSE

Opens and closes the CD tray.
Overides all other functions.

REMOTE SENSOR

Infra red sensor allows

operation of CD player

by the RM05 remote

control.

TRACK NUMBER

Up to 99 tracks can be

selected and played.

TIME CLOCK

Shows total length of CD in minutes and
seconds, track time elapsed or total time

remaining of any CD playing.

REMAIN

Press to show how much total CD

playing time remains. Press again

to revert to track time elapsed.

MUTE

Press to mute sound. CD continues
to play while MUTE is selected.
Press again to cancel.

INTRO

Press to play the first ten seconds of
each track. Press again to cancel.

RANDOM

Press to allow the CD player to randomly
select the play order of the tracks on the
current CD. Press again to cancel.

PROG

Press to programme CD player for
personalised playback order (see below).

REPEAT

Press once to repeat current track,
press twice to repeat complete CD.
Press again to cancel.

REMOTE
CONTROL

The RM05 CD
remote unit
emulates the
controls found
on the CD player
and is able to
initiate all CD
functions.

THE CD PLAYER

Ensure the TAPE/CD selector switch
(4) is IN for CD playback

ATTENTION

In common with many CD players, it

takes a few moments for the player

to run a diagnostic check.

Do not press any buttons until the

LCD display has stopped flashing.

PLEASE NOTE: ALWAYS CLOSE

THE CD TRAY WITH THE UNIT
SWITCHED ON. PUSHING THE

TRAY CLOSED WITH THE

POWER OFF MAY LEAD TO

DAMAGE DURING

SUBSEQUENT

TRANSPORTATION.

Playing a Pre-recorded Tape

Ensure the TAPE/CD selector switch (5) is in the OUT position for tape
playback. Open the cassette door (30) with the STOP/EJECT key (32) and
insert a pre-recorded tape. Close the door and press the PLAY key (35).

Adjust the VOLUME (7), BALANCE (8), TREBLE (9) and BASS (10) controls
to suit. To pause the tape, press the PAUSE (31) key.

Recording (cassette only)

Insert a blank cassette into the tape deck and depress the RECORD key
to begin recording from the selected source.

The record level is automatically set to provide simple, good quality
recordings from External Microphone, Auxiliary input or CD.

Note: it is not possible to record from CD and External sources at the
same time.

· RECORDING FROM AN EXTERNAL MICROPHONE

Ensure the TAPE/CD selector switch (5) is in the OUT position. This
will cause the i/p indicator (2) to illuminate.

Plug a suitable microphone into the EXT record input socket (3).
Depress the RECORD key on the cassette deck to begin recording.
Recording will be in MONO only.

Tip: When connecting microphones make sure the INPUT VOLUME
(14) is initially set low to prevent acoustic feedback. Once
connected, adjust setting to required volume and start recording.

· RECORDING FROM AN EXTERNAL SOURCE

Ensure the TAPE/CD selector switch (5) is in the OUT position. This
will cause the i/p indicator (2) to illuminate.

Connect a guitar, keyboard or external music source into the AUX
socket (4) using a suitable patch lead. Recordings can be in STEREO
or MONO depending upon the nature of the source and the
connecting leads used.

Depress the RECORD key on the cassette deck to begin recording.

· RECORDING FROM A CD

Ensure the TAPE/CD selector switch (5) is in the IN position. This will
cause the CD indicator (2) to illuminate.

Insert the CD. Depress the RECORD key on the cassette deck to begin
recording and then depress the PLAY button (20) on the CD player.

Recording difficulties

If your recording is blank, please check that the TAPE/CD selector
switch (5) was correctly set to IN for CD recordings or OUT for
microphone recordings.

Note: If the RECORD key on the cassette mechanism cannot be
depressed, then check that the left-hand safety tab on the top edge of
your cassette has not been removed to protect an original recording.
A cassette can be reused by sticking a piece of self adhesive tape over
the hole.

Useful Tips

a. You may find, when replaying a recording, that a small amount of

distortion is heard at the start, especially when the signal to be
recorded is strong (loud). This can be overcome by allowing the
automatic level control to settle before recording. Press the PAUSE
key followed by the RECORD key. Allow a few seconds for the level
to settle. Release the PAUSE key to start the recording.

b. Reset the turns counter to zero by depressing the RESET button

whenever you wish to return to the start of a particular passage.

c. It is important to keep the pinch wheel and heads clean in the usual

manner to ensure consistent good performance.

PAUSE

Stops tape recording and play­back, without disengaging the
tape heads and capstan wheel.

STOP/EJECT

Opens the cassette door to insert or
remove tapes. Stops play, fast
forward and rewind functions.

FAST FORWARD/CUE

From the STOP position, the cassette will
fast-wind forwards.

From the PLAY position, the cassette will
fast-wind forwards while the button is
pushed down. This allows the user to move
forward as required without having to STOP­START the cassette.

REWIND/REVIEW

From the STOP position, the cassette will wind
backwards.

From the PLAY position, the cassette will wind
backwards while the button is pushed down. This
allows the user to quickly repeat a passage as
required without having to STOP-START the
cassette.

PLAY

Plays pre-recorded tape.

RECORD

Press the REC key to record from microphones, CD or any other
external source.

The PLAY button will automatically depress at the same time. One
of the indicators (1) will illuminate, showing the record signal
source.

THE CASSETTE RECORDER

Ensure the TAPE/CD selector switch
(4) is OUT for cassette playback

Coomber Electronic Equipment Ltd.

Brindley Road, Warndon, Worcester, WR4 9FB, U.K.

Tel: [phone] e-mail: [e-mail]
Fax: [phone] web: www.coomber.co.uk

SAFETY & GENERAL INFORMATION

WARNING: This equipment is fitted with a LASER diode which can harm the eyes

Do not attempt to disassemble the casing or use any part of the contents for any purpose
other than its intended use.

Headphones: For personal safety and comfort connect headphones into equipment, turn

volume down and then switch on before placing headphones over ears. For safety use only 600
ohm headphones (i.e Coomber type 1929).

Environments: The equipment should not be exposed to dust, moisture, water, chlorine and

other corrosive substances in normal use or during storage. It will cause damage to this equipment.

Swimming pool atmospheres: are very hostile to all electro-mechanical equipment (e.g. steel

rusts and rubber perishes). Equipment returned for repairs showing evidence of use in adverse
environments may, at our discretion, be charged for even during the 12 month warranty period.

• Rechargeable battery replacement must be carried out by a competent qualified technician.

• The disposal of batteries (rechargeable or otherwise) where used in Coomber equipment
should be discarded in accordance with local regulations.

•Do not cover the ventilation openings with any items (e.g. newspaper, fabrics etc.)

•Naked flames, such as lighted candles, should not be placed on or near the apparatus.

• The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, should be placed on or near the apparatus.

European Safety Standard: All Coomber equipment complies with EN60065. Any local

requirements for use of this equipment should be taken into account.

Class I construction: This equipment must be EARTHED.

Mains Voltage

UK & EEC: 220-240V 50Hz: Mains Cable: Line - Brown, Neutral - Blue, Earth - Yellow & Green
USA: 110-120V 60Hz: Mains Cable: Line - Black, Neutral - White, Earth - Green

Isolate from mains supply when not in use by removing the plug from the wall socket.
Mains Plug:

The mains cable fitted to this equipment is already provided with a moulded plug. If
another plug type is required, follow instructions from the plug manufacturer, or seek advice
from a qualified person. DISPOSE OF ORIGINAL PLUG SAFELY. DO NOT RE-USE.

Mains Plug fuse rating: 3Amp to BS1362 (applicable in UK)
Model type and rating information is located on a label on the rear of the product.
Additional Technical Information:

If you require any further help or information, or if
any point is not clear, then please telephone [phone] quoting your model number and
serial number (located on a label on the rear of the product). Our Technical Department will
be pleased to help you.

Note: This equipment contains no user serviceable parts and should only be disassembled and
reassembled by competent qualified personnel. Dismantling will render the warranty void.

Electrical Safety Testing:

•Safety testing and servicing should only be carried out by competent qualified personnel.

•When undertaking an earth bond safety test, only use the externally exposed metalwork.

Do not test against internal metal compnents found inside tape mechanisms or CD trays ­THIS WILL LEAD TO IRREPARABLE INTERNAL DAMAGE.

• The supply cable is part of a special assembly. If damaged the equipment should be

returned to Coomber Electronic Equipment Limited or their agent for cable replacement.

2242 Instructions © Coomber Electronic Equipment Ltd. 2003 OPS 2242/CD9 R5.2 280103

• Coomber reserve the right to change
products and specifications without notice.

•All Coomber equipment is covered by a
12 months warranty against defective
components or faulty manufacture from date

of dispatch. Any modifications to or misuse of
the equipment renders this warranty void.

•Equipment that is security marked or
damaged cannot under any circumstances
be exchanged.

Variable Speed Control

(2242/V model only)

The cassette recorder and the
CD player have separate
speed controls. This allows the
user to increase playback
speed by 10% or reduce it by
up to 25%.

CD Player: when not required, the variable speed control should be
turned fully anti-clockwise to the off position. When recording,
variable speed should be switched off - otherwise recording will be
affected by the setting.

Cassette Recorder: cassette variable speed control will be overridden
during recording, regardless of its position. Standard speed is attained
when the dial is set in the centre position (as shown above).

Radio Mic Interference: the use of radio microphone systems while CD
variable speed is switched on may cause some interference.

Using your 2242 CD Cassette Recorder
with Coomber accessories

Connecting to Coomber booster speakers /
external amplifiers (6)

The 2242 is designed to be compatible with Coomber Booster
Speakers (models 2185/2186) which are ideal for increasing sound level.

Note: the 2242 requires 2 booster speakers for effective stereo

operation (as shown in the illustration above). Use EXT AMP L & R (6)
outputs to connect to an external amplifier, Coomber Booster
Speakers or a mixing desk.

The output level is not fixed and may be adjusted by using the
VOLUME and BALANCE controls.

2 x Coomber 2185 or 2186 booster speaker will upgrade your 2242 to
around 300 watts of music power. Phone: [phone] for more
information.

Headphone Group Listening
for more than six positions

Connecting our six position stereo headphone distribution system,
1908/PK C, to one of the stereo headphone sockets will allow up to
eleven people to listen through headphones any one time.

Copyright

Your attention is drawn to the fact that copying pre-recorded tapes,
CD’s or other published material may infringe copyright laws.

Coomber Microphones
and Desk Stands

For assessment recording purposes
Coomber models 1808 live
performance microphone and
1918 dynamic microphone are both
suitable for use with the 2242.

Both microphones can be used with the Coomber
1912 desk stand, making them ideal for
use in an examination environment.

Simply plug the microphones into the
microphone socket (3), switch on and
begin recording for high quality results.