Emerson ES79 User Manual

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with VERTICAL CD PLAYER
and DIGITAL AM/FM RECEIVER

OWNER'S MANUAL

ES79

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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 BAC K), NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO
Q U A LI F IE D S E RV I CE
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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.) Read these instructions.

2.) Keep these instructions.

3.) Heed all warnings.

4.) Follow all instructions.

5.) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.) Clean only with dry cloth.

7.) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.

8.) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.) 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.

10.) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

13.) 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.

14.) 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.

15.) Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated.

16.) Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer.

17.) The product may be mounted to a wall only if recommended by the manufacturer.

18.) Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks.

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BEFORE WE BEGIN

Thank you for purchasing this Emerson audio product. The Emerson brand is your
assurance of quality, performance and value.

Our engineers have included many useful and convenient features in this product.
Please be sure to read this owner’s manual completely to make sure you are getting
the maximum benefit from each feature.

This product was manufactured using the highest quality components and standards
of workmanship. It was tested by Emerson inspectors and found to be in perfect
working order before it left our factory. However, there is always the chance that
some problem may occur because of rough handling during shipment to the retail
store or to the final consumer.

If, after reading this manual, you experience any problems with the operation of
this product, please refer to the instructions for obtaining service at the end of this
manual. Emerson and Emerson retailers are committed to your satisfaction.

Once again, thanks for purchasing this Emerson audio product.
For future reference, record the serial number in the space provided.

Model No: ES79
Serial No:

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IMPORTANT NOTES

• Av oid installing this unit in places

exposed to di rect sunlight or close to
heat radiating appli ances 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.

• Do not attempt to clean this unit wi th

chemical solvents as this might damage

• Operate control s and switches as
described in the manual.

• Before turning ‘On’ the power, make
certain that power cord is properly
installed.

• Store your CDs, in a cool area to avoid
damage from heat.

• When moving the set, be sure to first
disconnect the power cord.

the finish. Use a clean dry cloth.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

APPAREIL Á LASER DE CLASSE 1

PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1

This product contains a low power Laser Device.

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 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 on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device 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.

CAUTION

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION

WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS

DEFEATED.

AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM

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PREPARATION FOR USE

Unpacking and Set Up

• This carton contains the main unit, two speakers with removable front panels,

and the remote control handset.
Carefully remove all the components from the carton and remove all packing

materials form the components. Make sure nothing is accidentally discarded
with the packing materials.

• Save the carton and packing materials, if possible, in the unlikely event that

this unit ever needs to be returned for service. Using the original carton and
packing material is the only way to properly protect the unit from shipping
damage.

• Remove any descriptive stickers or labels from the front panel of the main unit.

Do not remove any labels or stickers that may be affixed to the back panel of
the main unit or the speakers.

• Unwind the AC power cord on the back of the main unit and extend it to its full

length.

• Unwind the FM lead wire antenna on the back of the main unit and extend it to

its full length.

• Unwind the speaker cables on the backs of the speakers and extend them to

their full length.

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Remote Control Battery

The remote control requires one “button-type” 3-volt lithium
battery, included. To extend the life of the original battery
we have inserted a small clear plastic spacer tab between
the lithium battery and the battery terminal.

You must remove this battery s pacer tab before you can
use the remote control.

To remove the tab, pull it in the direction of the arrow in
the illustration as shown.

Remove
before use

Remueva
antes de
usar

When the operation of the remote control becomes intermittent or unsatisfactory,
replace the original battery with a new 3-volt lithium battery.

The battery number is CR2025 or equivalent.
To replace the battery, slide the battery holder out of the remote control as shown

in the following illustration.

Remove the original battery from the holder and install a new CR2025 battery with
the “+” side facing up as shown in the illustration. Then slide the battery holder
back into the remote control.

Dispose of the original battery properly. It should not be thrown into a
fire as the battery may explode if incinerated. It should not be left around
where small children or pets might play with, or swallow it. If the battery
is accidentally swallowed, contact a physician immediately.

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Connecting The Speakers

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Note: Always connect the speakers before switching the power ‘On’, and
never operate the system without the speakers properly connected.

The speaker cables and the speaker terminals are color-coded.
Connect the Black wires with Gray dashes to the Red terminals.
Connect the solid Black wires to the Black terminals. If the wires are connected

incorrectly the sound will be “muddy” or distorted.
To make the connection, completely depress the plastic levers to open the terminals,

insert the bare end of the speaker wire into the terminal openings, and release the
plastic levers to lock the wires in place.

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Active Subwoofer Output Jack

This system includes an output jack for the connection of an optional active/powered
subwoofer. The subwoofer must have its own power supply and AC power cord.
You cannot use a passive/un-powered subwoofer.

Connect your active subwoofer to the SUB-WOOFER output jack on the back
panel of this system. Connect the subwoofers AC power cord to your AC outlet,
set the subwoofer power switch ‘On’ and adjust the subwoofers level control to the
desired setting.

When you operate this system the low frequencies will be sent to the external
powered subwoofer for a more powerful bass sound.

Note: the remote controller of this system cannot control the external
subwoofer. You must remember to switch the external subwoofer ‘On’ and
‘Off’, and adjust the subwoofer output manually.

SUBWOOFER
OUT

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To External Subwoofer Amplifier

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Auxiliary Input Jacks

This system includes AUX IN R/L Jacks. These jacks allow you to connect external
audio equipment to this system and listen to the sound from the external equipment
through the speakers of this system.

Examples of the types of external equipment that may be connected are: a cassette
deck; the audio outputs from a VCR or DVD player; a personal cassette player,
MP3 player, MD player, or a personal hard-disc audio jukebox device such as an
iPod®.

Connect the audio output jack(s) or headphone jack of the external audio equipment
to the AUX IN R/L jacks on the back panel of this system.

CONNECTION CABLES ARE NOT INCLUDED.
You may leave your external device permanently connected to this system if you

wish. It is not necessary to disconnect the external device in order to listen to the
Tuner or CD player in this system.

From External
Audio Source

Instructions for listening to your external device will be found at the end of this
Owner’s Manual.

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Stereo Headphone Jack

This system includes a stereo PHONES jack on the front panel of the main unit.
You may connect a set of stereo headphones, not included, to this jack for private
listening without disturbing others.

The main speakers are automatically shut off when headphones are connected to
the PHONES jack. Make sure that the plug from your headphones is fully inserted
into the headphone jack. If the plug is not fully inserted the sound may be intermittent,
or you may only hear sound from one side of the headphones.

IMPORTANT: To prevent hearing damage always set the volume control to a
low level before you connect the headphones. Then connect the headphones,
put them on, and very gradually increase the volume to a comfortable listening
level. Remember that CDs may contain both very soft and very loud passages.
Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using a louder passage, so that you
always know what the maximum level will be.

Placement Of The System

The system should be placed on a stable, level surface such as a table, shelf, or
stand, convenient to a 120V 60Hz AC outlet, out of direct sunlight, and away from
sources of excess heat, dust, moisture, or vibration.

The speakers may be separated from the main as far the wires allow for maximum
stereo separation, or the may be placed to the immediate left and right of the main
unit. However to avoid interfering with the operation of the CD door the speakers
should not be placed directly against the main unit. Always leave a gap of at least

1/2 inch between the speakers and the main unit.

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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 s afety feature to reduce the

possibility of electric shoc k. If the plug
will not fit in your AC outlets, you probably
have 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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LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

FRONT PANEL

3

4

5
6

2

1

22

21 20

7

8
9

10
11
12

13
14

15
16

17
18

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BACK PANEL

26

25

24

27

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