Emerson HD8003 User Manual

WATER RESISTANT

PERSONAL CD-R/RW PLAYER

with DIGITAL TUNER

and 45 SECOND ANTI-SKIP PROTECTION

OWNER’S MANUAL

HD8003

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Thank you for purchasing this Emerso n Water-Resistant Personal CD-R/
RW Player with Digital Tuner. The CD-R/RW player has a 24 track
programmable mem ory so you can listen to the songs on your f avorite
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 Rep eat
feature to repeat a single track, the entire disc, or a programmed sequen ce
of tracks, indefinitely. We've also included 45 second Electronic Anti-Skip
Protection which makes this player virtually skip-free during most active
uses.

Please read this instructio n 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-R/RW 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: HD8003
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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PREPARA TION FOR USE

POWER SOURCES

This personal CD player with digital tuner is designed to operate on two alkaline
“AA” batteries, or on an optional AC adapter, not included. Attempting to operate
this unit on any other power source may cause damage to the unit and such damage
is not covered by your warranty.

INSTALLING THE BATTERIES

The battery compartment is located inside the CD player.

1.) Open the CD door locking hinge as shown and then open the CD door.

Remove the “dummy CD” transit protection card from the CD spindle and
discard it.

2.) Press the battery cover locking tab
in the direction of the arrow and
open the battery cover as shown.

Note: To prevent loss the battery cover cannot be completely removed
from the player.

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

4.) Close the battery compartment cover and make sure that it is locked in place
so that it does not come in contact with a CD.

WHEN TO CHANGE THE BATTERIES

When the Battery Indicator appears in the display the batteries are getting
weak and should be changed as soon as possible. Do not leave weak or exhausted

batteries in the player as they will eventually leak and cause corrosion inside the
battery compartment.

USING AN OPTIONAL AC/DC ADAPTER

If you decide to purchase an optional AC adapter the specification should be as
follows:

Input Voltage: 120V/60Hz AC.

Output Voltage: 4.5V DC 500mA.

Plug Type: Center-pin 1.3mm Female Plug with Positive (+) Center

Positive (+)

Negative (–)

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You may also purchase a “Universal” type AC adapter that allows you to select the
desired output voltage, and normally includes several of the most popular plug
sizes. Make sure that the adapter you purchase is “UL Listed”. Look for the “UL”
mark on the packaging and on the adapter itself.

Connect the adapter housing directly to a 120V AC outlet. Connect the appropriate
adapter plug to the “DC Input 4.5V” jack on the side of the CD player. Remove the
rubber cap from the Input jack before connecting the adapter plug. Replace the
rubber cap when the adapter plug is removed from the player.

120V/60Hz AC OUTLET

AC/DC ADAPTER

4.5V DC

(OPTIONAL)

Notes:

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

• Never insert or remove the adapter housing from the AC outlet while
your hands are wet.

• The adapter plug 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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HAND STRAP INSTALLATION

This player is supplied with an accessory hand-strap to secure the player in your
hand while you are jogging or performing other strenuous activities.

To install the hand-strap, thread the strap through the two slots in the hand strap
bracket as shown, and then through the buckle. Adjust the Velcro® strap to fit
comfortably but securely around your hand.

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