Emerson HD7999C Owner's Manual

PERSONAL CD, CD-R/RW PLAYER

with LIGHTWEIGHT

STEREO HEADPHONES

OWNER’S MANUAL

H D 7 9 9 9C

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Thank you.........

For purchasing this Emerson Personal CD Player. The CD player has a 20
track programmable memory so you can listen to the songs on your favorite
CD's in any order you choose. Or you can use the Random playback feature
and let the player select the playback order for you. Use the 3-way Repeat
feature to repeat a single track, the entire disc, or a programmed sequence
of tracks, indefinitely.

Please read this instruction manual completely and carefully to make sure
you understand the proper operation of this product, and get the maximum
enjoyment out of all the features of this state-of-the-art CD player.

Once again, thanks for purchasing this Emerson product.
The serial number of your CD player can be found on the bottom cabinet.

We suggest that you record the serial number of your unit in the space
below for future reference.

M o d e l N u m b e r : H D 7 9 9 9C
Serial Number:

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IMPORTANT NOTES

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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Avoid installing the unit in locations described below:

• Places exposed to direct sunlight or
close to heat radiating appliances such
as electric heaters.

• Dusty places.

• Places subject to constant
vibration.

• Humid or moist places.

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.

CAUTION

THIS LASER COMPACT DISC PLAYER FUNCTIONS BY HELP OF INVISIBLE
LASER LIGHT AND IS EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY SWITCHES TO AVOID
EXPOSURE WHEN DOOR IS OPEN AND SAFETY INTERLOCKS ARE
DEFEATED. IT IS DANGEROUS TO DEFEAT OR BYPASS SAFETY SWITCHES.

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
Uninsulated Dangerous Voltage, that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons is
present within this product's enclosure.

ATTENTION
The Owner's Manual contains important operating and
maintenance instructions.
For your safety, it is necessary to refer to the manual.

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IMPORTANT
Since CD circuitry may cause interference to other radio tuners nearby,
switch this unit off when not in use or move it away from the affected radio
tuner.

NOTE: This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio
noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of Industry Canada. 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 (which can be determined by turning the equipment off),
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.

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PREPARATION FOR USE

REMOVE THE TRANSIT CARD

This personal CD player is shipped with a dummy CD ‘transit card ‘ inside the CD
compartment. The purpose of this card is to prevent the laser from moving during
shipment of the product. This card must be removed before using the CD player.

Slide the OPEN switch to the right to unlock the CD door. Remove the ‘transit card’
from the player and discard it.

POWER SOURCES

This personal CD player is designed to operate on two “AA” batteries, not included.
Use a well known brand of Alkaline batteries for longest life and best performance.

This player can also be operated with an optional AC/DC converter/adapter, not
included. If you decide to purchase an optional AC/DC adapter the specification
must be as follows:

Input: 120V 60Hz AC

Output: 4.5V DC, 500 mA.

Plug: Female Type with Positive Center,

Positive (+)

You may also purchase a “Universal” type AC/DC adapter which allows you to
select the required output voltage and plug polarity, and normally includes multiple
plug sizes to fit most brands of equipment.

Negative (–)

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INSTALLING THE BATTERIES

Note: The battery compartment is located on bottom cabinet.

1.) Slide the battery door in the direction of the ‘Arrow’ to open the battery door
and lift it up as shown.

2.) Insert two alkaline “AA” batteries (not included) in the battery compartment. Be
sure to observe the polarity markings engraved on the battery door. If the
batteries are inserted incorrectly the unit will not work.

3.) Close the battery door, and push the battery door inward until you hear a ‘click’
sound to lock the door again.

REPLACING THE BATTERIES

When the battery symbol flashes in the display the batteries are becoming
weak and should be replaced. Always replace both batteries at the same time with

new fresh alkaline batteries. Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of
batteries together.

If the display remains blank when you press the PLAY/PAUSE button, the
batteries are completely dead. Replace them immediately. If dead batteries are
left inside the battery compartment for a long period of time they may leak and
cause damage to the unit, and such damage or corrosion from leaking batteries is
not covered by your warranty.

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CONNECTING THE OPTIONAL AC ADAPTER (NOT INCLUDED)

To 120V/60Hz AC Outlet.

1.) Connect the small female plug of the optional AC adapter to the “DC IN 4.5 V”
jack on the right side of the CD player.

2.) Connect the adapter housing to your 120V 60Hz AC outlet.

DC 4.5V Input Jack.

Optional AC/DC Adapter

Notes:

• Never connect or disconnect the adapter from the AC outlet while your hands
are wet.

• The housing of the AC adapter may become warm during operation. This is
normal.

• The female plug of the AC adapter must be completely disconnected from the
CD player in order to operate the player on batteries.

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:

1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.

2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery
compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.

3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-Zinc) or old batteries
with fresh ones.

4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent
damage or injury from possible battery leakage.

5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture
(Follow battery manufacturer’s directions.)

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CONNECTING THE STEREO HEADPHONES

Connect the plug of the supplied stereo headphones to the green-colored
headphone jack on the left side of the cabinet.

NOTE: Make sure the headphone plug is inserted into the headphone jack as
far as it will go. If the plug is not fully inserted, you may only hear sound from
one side of the headphones.

IMPORTANT!

Always set the VOLUME control to a low level before you put the headphones on
and begin playing a CD. Then start playback and gradually increase the volume to
a comfortable listening level. Do not play the CD at loud volume levels that might
prevent you from hearing warning sounds such as car horns, etc.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

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1.) OPEN Switch – Slide to the right to unlock and open the CD door.

2.) HOLD On/Off Switch.

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3.) CD Door.

4.) MODE Button - To select the playback mode: Repeat 1/All or Intro.

5.) RANDOM Button.

6.) PROGRAM Button.

7.) SKIP/SEARCH Reverse Button.

8.) SKIP/SEARCH Forward Button.

9.) LCD Display – Shows Track number, Program, Repeat, Random, and Intro
modes.

10.) PLAY/PAUSE Button.

11.) STOP Button.

12.) Battery Compartment (Bottom Cabinet).

13.) DC IN 4.5V Input Jack – Connect an AC adapter (not included) to this jack to
use 120V 60Hz house current.

14.) LINE OUT Jack – Connect to an external audio equipment input .

15.) PHONES Jack – Connect stereo headphones, included, to this jack.

16.) VOLUME Control – Raises or lowers the volume.

17.) BASS On/Off Switch.

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LCD DISPLAY INDICATORS

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1 ALL

PROG

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RANDOM

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HOLD

INTRO

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1.) HOLD Indicator – Appears when HOLD switch is set to ‘On’ position.

2.) (Repeat 1)/ALL Indicators – Appears when the Repeat playback

mode is selected.

3.) Track Number Display.

4.) Battery Status Indicator – Flashes when battery level becomes low.

5.) PROG (Program) Indicator – Appears when programming tracks or

playing programmed tracks.

6.) RANDOM Indicator – Appears when Random playback mode is

selected.

7.) INTRO Indicator – Appears when Intro playback mode is selected.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

HOLD

Off

SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

HOLD Switch

The HOLD switch on the left side of the cabinet must be in the ‘Off’ (left) position
to start the CD player. If you plan to carry the CD player in a handbag, briefcase,
school bag, back pack, etc, slide the HOLD switch to the ‘On’ (right) position.
While the HOLD switch is ‘On’ all of the controls on the CD door are disabled. This
prevents the player from starting accidentally by something pressing against the
PLAY/PAUSE button.

Off

HOLD

After you begin CD playback you may also slide the HOLD switch to the ‘On’ (right)
position to disable all the controls on the CD door. You can then place the player in
a handbag, backpack, etc, and do not have to worry that the player will be
accidentally turned off by something pressing against the STOP button or Track
Skip buttons.

BASS Boost Switch

During CD playback you may slide the BASS switch to the ‘On’ position to activate
the Bass Boost function as desired.

BASS

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NORMAL CD PLAYBACK

• Make sure you have installed the batteries.

• Make sure the HOLD switch is set to the ‘Off’ (left) position.

• Make sure to set the VOLUME control to a low setting before you put on

the headphones.

IMPORTANT:

This CD player can play normal CDs plus CD Recordable (CD-R) and CD
Rewriteable (CD-RW) discs. However the playability of CD-R and CD-RW discs
may be affected by the type of software that was used in ‘ripping’ the tracks from
the original discs and ‘burning’ the tracks onto the blank media. Playability may
also be affected by the quality and condition of the blank media you use for
recording. 100% compatibility cannot be guaranteed. This is not an indication of
any problems with your player.

1.) Slide the CD door OPEN switch to the right to unlock

and open the CD door.

OPEN

2.) Place your CD on the center spindle with the printed

label side facing up. Press downward on the disc near
the center hole until the disc is fully seated on the
spindle.

3.) Close the CD door and connect the headphones to the headphone jack (green

color) by pushing the headphone plug the into headphone jack until a ‘click’
sound is heard.

4.) Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to begin

playback. The “ – – “ flashes while the player
reads the disc. The total tracks will appear
briefly in the display and then the playback
will begin on track 1. The display will show the track being played.

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

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