Emerson ES830 User Manual

MICRO STEREO SYSTEM
with CD-R/RW PLAYER
and DIGITAL AM/FM RECEIVER

OWNER'S MANUAL

ES830

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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 U SER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO
Q U A LI F IE D S E RV I 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 was located at the rear enclosure of the apparatus.

FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE
(1.) 1.6A, 250V FUSE,
(2.) 2A, 250V FUSE.

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: ES830
Serial No:

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IMPORTANT NOTES

•Avoid instal ling 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 cl ean this unit with

chemical solvents as this might damage

• Operate controls 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, and a 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.

• This system was shipped with a “dummy CD” transit protection card in CD

player. The card was inserted to prevent the CD player mechanisms from
moving during shipping and handling. It must be removed and discarded before

you can load your own CD. Press the OPEN/CLOSE position to open the
CD door. Remove the “dummy CD” and discard it. Then press the OPEN/

CLOSE position again to close the CD door.

• 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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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 they 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.

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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Power Source

AC Outlet

This system is designed to operate on 120VAC 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.

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AC Plug

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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 spacer tab before you can
use the remote control.

To remove the tab, pull it in the direction of the arrow in

Remove

the illustration as shown.

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

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 Red wires to the Red terminals.

• Connect the Black wires to the Black terminals.

• Connect the Right speaker to the (R) terminals, and the Left speaker to the (L)

terminals.
If the wires are connected incorrectly the sound will be “muddy” or distorted.
To make the connections, push the levers downward to open the terminals. Insert

the bare ends of the speaker wires into the terminal openings and then push the
levers back to their original positions to close the terminal openings and lock the
wires in place.

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SPEAKERS

R L

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BLACK WIRE

RED WIRE

Auxiliary Input Jacks

To External

Audio Source

This system includes AUX 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) of the external audio equipment to the AUX 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.

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

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Front Panel

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8

10

7
6
5
4

3
2

1

19 18 17

1.) PHONES Jack.

2.) STOP/BAND Button.

3.) PLAY/PAUSE Button.

4.) FUNCTION Button.

5.) PLAY MODE/MEMO. UP Button.

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12
13

14
15

16

12.) PROGRAM/MEMO. Button.

13.) DISPLAY Button.

14.) SKIP/SEARCH Forward,
TUNING + Button.

15.) SKIP/SEARCH Reverse,

6.) IRC Remote Sensor.

7.) STANDBY Button.

8.) CD Door.

9.) Multifunction LCD Display.

10.) CD Door OPEN/CLOSE position.

11.) VOLUME + / – Buttons.

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TUNING – Button.

16.) SLEEP Button.

17.) ALARM Button.

18.) XBASS Button.

19.) MUTE Button.

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Back Panel

21

20

20.) AC Power Cord.

21.) FM Lead Wire Antenna.

22.) AUX R/L Jacks.

23.) SPEAKERS R/L Terminals.

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Remote Control

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1.) ALARM Button.

2.) SKIP/TUNING Button.

3.) MUTE Button.

4.) PLAY MODE/MEMO UP Button.

5.) FUNCTION Button.

6.) PLAY/PAUSE Button.

7.) IR (Infrared) Transmitter.

8.) STANDBY Button.

9.) STOP/BAND Button.

10.) X.BASS Button.

11.) DISPLAY Button.

12.) PROG./MEMO. Button.

13.) VOL. UP (+) Button.

14.) SKIP/TUNING Button.

15.) VOL. DOWN (–) Button.

16.) SLEEP Button.

17.) Battery Compartment.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• Make sure that you have fully extended the FM antenna wire.

• Make sure that you have removed the battery spacer from the remote
control handset.

• Make sure that the system is connected to an AC outlet that is always
“live”. Do not connect the system to an AC outlet controlled by a wall
switch.

General Controls

Most of the main functions of this system can be operated by the controls on the
front panel of the main unit, or by the buttons on the remote control handset. If a
specific function can only be operated by the remote handset, or by the front panel
controls, this will be clearly indicated in the instructions.

When operating this system with the remote control handset make sure that the
IR (Infrared) transmitter on the front of the remote handset is pointed at the remote
sensor on the front panel of the main unit.

The effective operating range of the remote control is approximately 15 feet. Please
note that bright sunlight or room lighting may interfere with the remote control
operation. If the remote is not operating properly try reducing the brightness of the
room or moving closer to the main unit. If this does not solve the problem, it may
be time to change the remote control battery.

X.BASS Control (Bass Boost)

To increase the bass response, press the X.BASS button on the main unit or on
the remote control.

The XBASS indicator appears in the display.

Press again to cancel the X.BASS and return to normal bass response.
The XBASS indicator goes ‘off’.

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MUTE Button

Press the MUTE button on the front panel or the remote control to shut off the
speakers temporarily, for example, to answer the telephone.

The sound stops and the MUTE indicator appears in
the display.

Press the MUTE button again to cancel the mute function and restore the sound.
The MUTE indicator disappears.

The mute function will also be canceled automatically by pressing the VOL. DOWN
( – ) or VOL. UP (+) buttons.

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.

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Setting The Clock

Note: The clock can only be set at AUX mode, or when power is ‘Off’.

1.) Press the PROG(PROGRAM)/MEMO. button.

“12 H” will begin flashing in the display indicating that the clock is set for
“American” 12-hour time.

Press either the or button to change the clock format to “European”
24-Hour time if desired.

The display will change from “12 H” to “24 H” and vice versa.

2.) Press the PROG ( PROGRAM)/MEMO.

button. The Hour digits will begin flashing.

3.) Press the or buttons to set the display to the correct Hour, , AM or PM.

4.) Press the PROG ( PROGRAM)/MEMO.

button again. The Minute digits will begin
flashing.

5.) Press the or buttons to set the

display to the correct Minute.

6.) Press the PROG ( PROGRAM)/MEMO.

button once more.
The colon “ : ” begins flashing and the

clock starts to run.

Notes: The correct time will always appear on the display in AUX mode and
when power is ‘Off’.

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Listening To The Radio

1.) Press the STANDBY button to turn the unit ‘On’.

If necessary, press the FUNCTION button to select the Tuner mode.
The main display turns ‘On’. and shows

FM 87.5 MHz.

2.) Press the STOP/BAND button to switch

between FM and AM bands if necessary.

3.) Tune to the desired frequency as follows:

•Manual Tuning

Repeatedly press the or buttons until the frequency of the desired
station appears on the display.

• Automatic Tuning

Press and hold the or buttons until the display begins to move, then
release the buttons. The tuner will search up or down the band for the next
strong station and stop on that station.
Repeat this procedure until the tuner stops on your desired station.

Use the Manual Tuning method to tune in weak or distant station that cannot
be tuned automatically.

4.) If you tuned to an FM Stereo station the

“STEREO” indicator will appear in the display.

5.) Adjust the VOLUME and X.BASS controls as desired.

6.) When you are finished listening press the STANDBY button to return to the

Standby (Power Off) mode.
The display lighting becomes dimmer and the correct time reappears.

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Hints For Better Reception

FM: The FM lead wire antenna on the back panel should be extended to its full

length. You may also have to vary the direction of this antenna until you find
the position that provides the best reception.

AM: The AM bar antenna is inside the cabinet of the main unit. You may need to

change the position of the main unit until you find the position that provides
the best reception for your favorite AM stations.

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Pre-setting Stations In The Tuner Memory

This system includes a 20 station preset memory. You can store up to 10 FM
stations and 10 AM stations in the tuner memory for immediate recall.

The procedure for storing stations in memory is as follows:

1.) Follow step 3 under Listening To The Radio on page 16 to select the first

station you wish to memorize.
Example: FM 103.5 MHz.

2.) When the desired station appears on the display press the PROG(PROGRAM)/

MEMO. button.
“P 1.” indicator appears and the “MEMORY”

indicator flashes in the display.

3.) Press the PROG(PROGRAM)/MEMO. button again to enter the desired station

in preset memory number 1. The “MEMORY” indicator stops flashing.

4.) Tune to the next station you wish to memorize.

Press the PROG(PROGRAM)/MEMO. button
and then press the PLAY MODE/MEMO UP
button to advance the preset memory number
from “P 1”. to “P 2.”.

Press the PROG(PROGRAM)/MEMO. button once more to enter your station
in preset memory number 2.

5.) Repeat step 4 using the PLAY MODE/MEMO UP button to select a different

preset memory number each time until you have entered up to 10 FM stations
in the tuner preset memory.

6.) Press the STOP/BAND button to switch to the AM band and follow the

same procedure to enter up to 10 AM stations in the tuner preset memory.

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Auto Preset Function

This model includes an Auto-Preset feature which you can use to automatically
enter 10 strong FM and AM stations in the tuner preset memory.

Note: This feature is useful if you live in a rural area with a limited number
of stations. However if you live in a major metropolitan area with many
strong stations, do not use the Auto-Preset feature. It will memorize the
first 10 strong stations it encounters and these will probably not be the
same 10 stations that you would select if you were memorizing stations
manually.

To use the Auto-Preset feature, turn the unit 'On', select the Tuner function and the
desired band.

Depress and hold the “PROG(PROGRAM)/MEMO.” button until the tuner display
begins to move, then release the button.

The tuner will start searching up the band and it will automatically enter the first 10
strong stations on the selected band in the 10 preset memories. The display will
indicate which station is being entered in each of the 10 memories.

After the Auto-Preset feature memorizes 10 stations, the tuner returns to preset
memory number 1.

Recalling Preset Stations

Turn the unit ‘On’ and select the desired band.
Press the PLAY MODE/MEMO UP button on the top panel repeatedly to scroll

through the preset memories until the display shows the desired station.

Changing Preset Stations

To change any preset station memory select the desired band and tune to the new
station you wish to memorize.

Press the PROG(PROGRAM)/MEMO. button and then press the PLAY MODE/
MEMO UP buttons to display the channel number you wish to change.

Press the PROG(PROGRAM)/MEMO. button again to enter the new station in the
memory. The new station is memorized and the previous station is deleted from
the memory.

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Playing Compact Discs

Note: Although this portable CD player can read CD-R and CD-RW discs, in
addition to normal CDs, however the playability of CD-R/RW discs may be
affected by the type of software that was us ed to create the discs, as well as
the quality and condition of the blank media you are us ing. 100% playability
cannot be guaranteed. This is not an indication of a problem with the player.

Normal Playback

1.) Press the STANDBY button. The main display turns ‘On’.

2.) Press the FUNCTION button select CD mode.

The display will show two dashes “– –” .

3.) Open the CD door by pressing the OPEN/CLOSE position on the CD door.

Place a CD on the center spindle with the printed label side facing up.
Close the CD door.

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4.) The disc will spin for a few seconds as the player

reads the disc.

Then the disc will stop and the display will show
the total number of tracks on the disc.

5.) Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to begin playback on track 1.

Track number “0 1” appears in the display and the
Play indicator comes ‘On’.

6.) Adjust the VOLUME and X.BASS controls as desired.

7.) Playback will continue until the last track has played then the disc stops and

the Play indicator goes ‘Off’, and the display will show the total number of
tracks on the disc.

To stop playback before the disc ends press the STOP/BAND button.

8.) If you are finished listening open the CD door and remove your disc.

9.) To listen to the Tuner or AUX, press the FUNCTION button as desired, or

press the STANDBY button to turn the power ‘Off’.

PAUSE Control

To pause momentarily during CD playback press the PLAY/PAUSE button on
the top panel again.

The sound stops and the Play indicator flashes
but the disc continues to spin.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button again to cancel the Pause mode and resume
normal playback.

The sound resumes at the same point on the disc and the Play indicator stops
flashing.

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SKIP/Search ( / ) Controls

• During playback press the or buttons repeatedly to skip forward or

back to higher or lower numbered tracks. Playback will start at the beginning of
the selected track.

• To search within a track for a specific musical passage depress and hold

the or buttons.
The player will search rapidly forward or backward as long as the buttons are

depressed. When you hear the desired passage release the buttons and normal
playback will resume at that point.

Note: The volume is automatically reduced during high speed music search.

• To start playback from a specific track load your disc as usual and wait until the

display shows the total number of tracks.
Press the or buttons repeatedly until the desired track number appears

in the display then press the PLAY/PAUSE button to begin playback on the
desired track.

RANDOM Playback

This feature allows you to play all the tracks on a disc in random order.
Load the disc as usual and wait until the display shows the total number of tracks.

Press the PLAY MODE/MEMO UP button three times.
The RANDOM indicator appears in the display.

If necessary, press the PLAY/PAUSE button to begin playback. The tracks will
be played in random order continuously.

To cancel the Random mode, press the PLAY MODE/MEMO UP button until the
RANDOM indicator disappears. Random mode can also be canceled by pressing
the STOP/BAND button, opening the CD Door, or switching to the Tuner function.

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REPEAT Playback

You can program the player to continuously repeat a single track or the entire disc.
The Repeat mode can be selected while the disc is playing or while the disc is
stopped.

Single Track Repeat

Select the track to be repeated and then press the PLAY MODE/MEMO UP button
once.

The REPEAT indicator flashes.

If necessary, press the PLAY/PAUSE button to begin playback. The selected
track will be repeated continuously.

All Tracks Repeat

Press the PLAY MODE/MEMO UP button twice.

The REPEAT indicator remains “On”.

If necessary, press the PLAY/PAUSE button to begin playback. The entire disc
will be repeated continuously.

To cancel Repeat playback press the PLAY MODE/MEMO UP button until the
REPEAT indicator goes ‘Off’.

Repeat Playback mode may also be cancelled by switching to other function, or
shut the power ‘Off’.

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Programmed Playback

You can program up to 20 tracks on a disc to playback in any desired order. You
may also program a specific track to play several times within the same program.

Note: The player cannot be programmed while a disc is playing. If a disc is playing
press the STOP/BAND button to stop playback before you begin the programming
steps below.

1.) Press the FUNCTION button to select the CD mode, insert your disc in the

player, close the door, and wait until the total track number appears in the
display.

2.) Press the PROG(PROGRAM)/MEMO. button once. The MEMORY indicator

begins flashing in the display. “P 0 1” appears briefly then “0 0” flashes.

3.) Press the or button to select the first trackck

to be programmed.
Example: Track 08.

4.) Press the PROG(PROGRAM)/MEMO. button onc e again to enter the track

“08” in program memory number “P 0 1”.
“P 0 2” appears briefly then “0 0” flashes again in the display, indicating that you
may now select a track to be entered in program memory number “02”.

5.) Press the or buttons to select the next track to be programmed.

When the des ired track number flashes in the display press the PROG
(PROGRAM)/MEMO. button again to enter that track in the program memory.

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6.) Repeat Step 5 until you have entered up to 20 tracks in the program memory.

When the memory is full, the “ – – ” indicator
flashes in the display.

7.) To begin programmed playback press the PLAY/PAUSE button.

The display will show the first programmed track and playback will begin on
that track.

The MEMORY indicator remains “On”.

After the last programmed track has played the player
stops but the programmed tracks remain in the
memory.

To play the programmed tracks again, press the the PLAY/PAUSE button.

To cancel the programmed sequence from memory, press the STOP/BAND
button at Stop mode, or open the CD door.

The MEMORY indicator disappears.

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Programmed Repeat Playback

You can use the Program and Repeat features together to continuously repeat a
programmed sequence of tracks.

• First, program the desired tracks acc ording to Steps 1 through 7 on pages 24
and 25.

• When Programmed Playback begins, press the PLAY MODE/MEMO UP button
twice to activate the All Tracks Repeat feature.

• The REPEAT indicator appears in display and all
the tracks in your programmed sequence will be
repeated continuously.

To canc el Programmed Repeat Playback press the STOP/BAND button until
both the MEMORY and REPEAT indicators go ‘Off’.

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ALARM Function

You can use the alarm function to wake you to the Tuner, or your favorite CD.

To adjust the Wake Up time:

1.) Press the DISPLAY button until ALARM indicator

is flashing on the display.

2.) Press the PROG(PROGRAM)/MEMO. button Within 3 seconds.

The Hour digits will begin flashing.

3.) Press the or buttons to set the display to the correct Hour, , AM or PM.

4.) Press the PROG(PROGRAM)/MEMO. button

again. The Minute digits will begin flashing.

5.) Press the or buttons to set the display to the correct Minute.

6.) Press the PROG(PROGRAM)/MEMO. button

once more, the Wake Up time is set.

The clock will return to correct time in 3 seconds.

7.) Press the ALARM button to activate or deactivate the Alarm function.

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Wake To Tuner

Tune to the desired radio station and adjust the volume to the level you want to
hear in the morning when the alarm comes on.

Press the STANDBY button to shut the system ‘Off’.
At the selected wake up time the radio will turn ‘On’.
The ALARM indicator flashes in the display.

It will continue for one hour and then shut off automatically.
To stop the radio alarm sooner press the STANDBY button to shut ‘Off’.

Wake To CD

Important: This model includes an automatic default to the Radio alarm if the
player cannot read the disc that you selected for wake-up. If the player cannot
read the disc's Table of Contents (TOC), it assumes that the disc is either
defective or inserted incorrectly, and the system automatically defaults to the
Radio alarm to make sure that you wake up on time. The TOC of CD-RW
discs may take longer to read than normal CD's. Therefore if you are trying to
wake to a CD-RW disc and you are awakened by the Radio alarm instead,
this is because the TOC on your CD-RW disc took too long to read.

This is normal and not an indication of any problem with your unit.

Load the desired CD, begin playback and adjust the volume to the desired level.
Press the STOP/BAND button, then STANDBY button to shut the system

‘Off’.
At the selected wake up time the CD will begin to play.

It will continue for one hour, or until the end of the
disc, and then shut off automatically.

To stop the CD alarm sooner, press STOP/BAND button, then the STANDBY
button to shut ‘Off’.

Notes: The Alarm will automatically repeat each day at the selected Wake Up
time as long as the ALARM indicator appears on the display.

To cancel the alarm, press the ALARM button until the ALARM indicator
disappears on the display.

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SLEEP Timer

This system includes a programmable Sleep Timer that allows you to fall asleep to
between 10 and 90 minutes of music and then shuts the power ‘Off’ automatically.

To operate the sleep timer

1.) Turn the system ‘On’ and operate either the Tuner or CD function as usual.

2.) Adjust the VOLUME control to the desired level. Remember that the level you

select for the sleep to music function is the same level you will hear when the
timer turns the system on in the morning.

3.) Press the SLEEP button on front panel.

The display will show “90” indicating that the sleep
timer will shut the power off after 90 minutes.

Continue pressing the SLEEP button to decrease the amount of sleep timer
operation: 90, 80, 70, 60, 50, 40, 30, 20, 10, 0 minutes.

4.) After a few seconds the Sleep Time display disappears and the normal Tuner

or CD display returns.
The SLEEP indicator remains in the display.

When the Sleep Timer counts down to “00”, the power shuts off automatically.

Notes:

• You can shut the unit off manually before the Sleep Timer counts down to “00”

by pressing the STANDBY button at any time.

• Remember that if you are falling asleep to CD you will also wake to CD, and if

you fall asleep to the Tuner you will also wake to the Tuner.

• If you are falling asleep to CD the system will only operate until the CD ends.

If you set the Sleep Timer for 90 minutes but your CD is only 45 minutes long,
the music will stop after 45 minutes.

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Auxiliary Operation

To listen to an auxiliary audio source connected to the AUX R/L jacks on the back
panel of this unit (refer to page 8).

Press the FUNCTION button to select the Aux function.

The AUX indicator appears in the display.

Operate the external device as you would normally. When you hear the music
from your external source adjust the VOLUME and X.BASS controls of this system
as desired.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Compact Disc Care

• To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the center of the case

and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges.

• Fingerprints and dust should be carefully wiped off the disc’s recorded surface

with a soft cloth.Unlike conventional records, compact discs have no grooves
to collect dust and microscopic debris, so gently wiping with a soft cloth should
remove most particles. Wipe in a straight line from the inside to the outside of
the disc. Small dust particles and light stains will have absolutely no effect on
reproduction quality.

• Clean the disc periodically with a soft, lint-free, dry cloth. Never use detergents

or abrasive cleaners to clean the disc. If necessary, use a CD cleaning kit.

• Never write on or affix labels to the surface of compact discs.

Care Of The Cabinet

If the cabinet becomes dusty wipe it with a soft dry dust cloth. Do not use any wax,
polish sprays, or abrasive cleaners on the cabinet.

Caution

Never allow any water or other liquids to get inside the unit while cleaning.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

R

Emerson Radio Corp. warrants manufacturing defects in original material, including
original parts and workmanship, under normal use and conditions, for a period of
ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase in the U.S. With your dated
proof of purchase, we will provide repair service at no charge for labor and parts
at an authorized Depot Repair Facility, or replace the product in our discretion.
For repair or replacement, pack your unit in a padded box, enclose your check or
money order payable to Emerson Radio Corp. in the amount of $9.00 (not required
by California residents) to cover shipping and handling costs, and enclose a copy
of your proof of purchase. Send your unit to:

Emerson Radio Corp.
1901 Diplomat Drive.

Farmers Branch, TX 75234.

This warranty does not cover damage from negligence, misuse, abuse, accident,
failure to follow operating instructions, commercial use, rental, repairs by an
unauthorized facility, or products purchased, used, serviced or damaged outside
of the United States.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY
ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

AU898M

TO FIND THE LOCATION AND PHONE
NUMBER OF YOUR NEAREST SERVICE

SERVICE

CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098

FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE

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WARRANTY...

PLEASE CALL:

1-800-898-9020

FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE WRITE TO:

Emerson Radio Corp.

Consumer Affairs Dept.

1901 Diplomat Drive,

Farmers Branch, TX 75234.

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EMERSON
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