Emerson HD8000 User Manual

PERSONAL CD, CD-R/RW PLAYER

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OWNER’S MANUAL

HD8000

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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.

Model Number: HD8000
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.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

• Dusty places.

• Places subject to constant
vibration.

• Humid or moist places.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

APPAREIL Á LASER DE CLASSE 1

PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1

CAUTION

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION

WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS

DEFEATED.

AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM

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.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.

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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 by 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: 1.7 mm Female Type with Positive Center, UL Listed.

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. Always look for the “UL” listing mark
when you purchase an adapter.

Negative (–)

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INSTALLING THE BATTERIES

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Note: The battery compartment is located inside the CD compartment.

1.) Slide the OPEN switch to the right to open the CD door. If you have not already
done so, remove the dummy CD ‘transit card’ and discard it.

2.) Press the battery door locking tab in the direction of the ‘Arrow’ to open the
battery door. Lift the door upward as shown.

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

4.) Fold the battery removal ribbon over the top of the batteries, close the battery
door, and push the battery door downward until you hear a ‘click’ sound to
lock the door again.

5.) Close the CD door.

REPLACING THE BATTERIES

When the battery symbol appears 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)

DC 4.5V INPUT JACK

TO 120V/60Hz AC OUTLET

OPTIONAL AC/DC ADAPTER

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.

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.

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.)

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

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