Emerson ES128 User Manual
Micro Audio System
with CD-R/RW Player,
AM/FM Tuner
and Remote C ontrol
OWNER'S MANUAL
ES128
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CAUTION
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. TO PREVENT FIRE
OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage’
within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK), NO U SER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO
Q U A LI F IE D S E R VI C E
PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within
an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
The Caution Marking maybe located at the bottom enclosure of the apparatus.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Follow all instructions. Heed all warnings.
2.) Do not use this apparatus near water.
3.) Clean only with dry cloth.
4.) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
5.) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
6.) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
7.) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
8.) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
9.) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
10.) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
11.) This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and no object filled with liquids
such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
12.) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13.) Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated.
14.) Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer.
15.) The product may be mounted to a wall only if recommended by the manufacturer.
16.) Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks.
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Thank you for purchasing this Micro Audio System with programmable
CD-R/RW Player from Emerson. This system includes an AM/FM digital
tuner with 20 preset station memories, a digital clock, a full-function remote
control, and a pair of matching speakers.
Please review this manual completely and carefully to make sure that you
are getting the maximum benefit from all features we have included in this
system. If after reading this manual you experience any problems with the
set-up or operation of this system, please do not return it to the retail store.
Please call the Emerson Customer Service Hotline, toll free, at:
1-800-898-9020.
One of our customer service technicians will try to solve your problem for
you. If that is not possible you will be advised of the proper procedure to
obtain service for your system or to obtain a replacement system. The
Customer Service Hotline hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Central Time,
Monday through Friday.
The serial number of your system can be found on a label on the back
panel of the main unit. Please take a moment to locate the serial number
and write the number in the space provided on the warranty page of this
manual. You may be asked for the serial number when calling to request
customer service
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IMPORTANT NOTES
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
APPAREIL Á LASER DE CLASSE 1
PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM
CAUTION
DEFEATED.
This product contains a low power Laser Device.
• Avoid installing this unit in places
exposed to direct sunlight or close to
heat radiating appliances such as
electric heaters, on top of other stereo
equipment that radiates too much
heat, places lacking ventilation or dusty
areas, places subject to constant
vibration and/or humid or moist areas.
• Operate controls and switches as
described in the manual.
• Before turning on the power, make
certain that the power cord is properly
installed.
• When moving the set, be sure to first
disconnect the power cord and remove
cords connected to other equipment.
FCC Information
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 agains t 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.
This devic e complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is 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 undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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PREPARATION FOR USE
Unpacking And Set Up
• Remove the main unit, the speakers, and the remote control unit from the
display carton. Remove all packing materials from the components. We
recommend that you save the original carton and packing material if possible,
in the event that your system even needs to be returned for service. Using the
original carton and packing materials is the only way to protect your system
from shipping damage.
• Press on the CD door in the area marked OPEN/CLOSE to open the door.
Remove the “dummy CD” transit protection card from the CD player and discard
it.
• Unwind the AC power cord and extend it to its full length.
• Unwind the external FM wire antenna and extend it to its full length.
• Remove the twist-ties from the speaker wires.
Placement of the System
The system should be placed on a stable, level surface such as a table, desk, or
shelf, convenient to an AC outlet, away from direct sunlight, and sources of excess
heat, dust, moisture, humidity, vibration, or strong magnetic fields.
The speakers may be placed next to the main unit or as far apart as the speaker
wires allow. We recommend that you leave a gap of approximately 1/2 inch between
the main unit and the speakers so that any vibration from the speakers will not
interfere with the CD player in the main unit.
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Connecting the Speakers
Place the speakers on either side of the main unit.
Connect the speaker on the left side of the main unit to the “L” speaker jack on the
back panel.
Connect the speaker on the right side of the main unit to the “R” speaker jack on
the back panel.
Make sure that the plugs on the speaker wires are fully inserted into the speaker
jacks on the back panel of the main unit.
Right Side Speaker
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Left Side Speaker
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Remote Control Battery
The remote control operates on one 3-volt lithium battery, type CR2025 or
equivalent, included.
To insure that the battery is fresh the first time you use your system we have
placed plastic spacer between the battery and the battery terminal. You must remove
this spacer before using the remote for the first time.
To remove the spacer, pull on the small tab that is
extending outside the battery compartment as shown.
Remote Control Operation
The main functions of this system can be operated by pressing the controls on the
front panel of the main unit, or by pressing the corresponding buttons on the remote
control.
You should point the remote control at the remote sensor on the front panel. The
effective operating range of the remote control is approximately 15 feet.
Please note that bright sunlight can interfere with the operation of the remote
control. If the remote operation is unsatisfactory, try darkening the room before
changing the remote battery. The battery should last at least 12 months or longer
under normal operating conditions.
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Changing The Lithium Battery
When the operation of the remote becomes intermittent or the main unit no longer
responds to the remote commands, it is probably time to change the remote battery.
Open the battery compartment by squeezing the battery compartment locking tab
as shown and slide the battery holder out of the battery compartment.
Remove the exhausted battery and install a fresh CR2025 battery in the battery
holder with the “ + ” facing up as shown, then slide the battery holder back into the
battery compartment.
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Power Source
AC Outlet
This system is designed to operate on 120V AC 60Hz house current only.
Connecting this system to any other power source may cause damage to the
system and such damage is not covered by your warranty.
NOTE: The system has polarized AC plug with one wide blade and one narrow
blade. The plug will only fit into matching polarized AC outlets.
This is a safety feature to reduce the possibility of electric shock. If the plug will not
fit in your AC outlet, you probably have an outdated non-polarized outlet. You should
have your outdated outlet changed by a qualified, licensed electrician. Do not file
the wide blade on the plug, or use an adapter to make the plug fit into your outlet.
This defeats the safety feature and could expose you to electric shock.
AC Plug
Protect Your Furniture
This model is equipped with non-skid rubber 'feet' to prevent the product from
moving when you operate the controls. These 'feet' are made from non-migrating
rubber material specially formulated to avoid leaving any marks or stains on your
furniture. However certain types of oil based furniture polishes, wood preservatives,
or c leaning sprays may cause the rubber 'feet' to soften, and leave marks or a
rubber residue on the furniture. To prevent any damage to your furniture we strongly
recommend that you purchase small self-adhesive felt pads, available at hardware
stores and home improvement centers everywhere, and apply these pads to the
bottom of the rubber 'feet' before you place the product on fine wooden furniture.
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