Emerson NR101TT User Manual

Home Stereo System
with AM/FM Stereo Radio,
and Full Size Stereo Phonograph

OWNER'S MANUAL

NR101TT

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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 USE R
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERV ICING TO
Q U A L I F I ED S E R V 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 maybe located at the bottom enclosure of the apparatus.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Follow all instructions. Heed all warnings.

2.) Do not use this apparatus near water.

3.) Clean only with dry cloth.

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

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

6.) 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.

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

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

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

10.) 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.

11.) 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.

12.) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution

when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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

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

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

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

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Thank you… … … … for purchasing this Emerson Heritage Series home
stereo system.

Inside this beautiful real wood veneer cabinet you will find a state of the art
audio system that includes a stereo radio, and a full-size, 3-speed stereo
phonograph, and matching wide range stereo speakers.

This system has been designed to provide you with many years of
enjoyment and trouble-free operation with an absolute minimum of care
and maintenance.

Every component in this system was in perfect working order when it left
our factory. If you experience any problems with the set up or operation of
this system, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE RETAIL STORE.

Please call the Emerson Customer Service Hotline, toll-free, at 800-898-9020.
One of our representatives will attempt to resolve the problem for you. If
the problem cannot be resolved by phone you will be instructed on how to
receive a replacement unit.

Please read all of the instructions in this manual to make sure you are
getting the maximum benefit out of all the features included in this system.
And please save this manual for future reference. It includes your warranty
and important service information

Once again, thank you for purchasing this Emerson Heritage Series Stereo
System.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

• Avoid installing this unit in places

exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat
radiating applianc es 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 with

chemical solvents as this might damage
the finish. Use a clean dry cloth.

• Operate controls and switches as
described in the manual.

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

• Store your phono-records in a cool area
to avoid damage from heat.

• When mov ing the set, be sure to first
disconnect the AC power cord.

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.

Changes or modifications not expres sly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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PREPARATION FOR USE

Unpacking And Set Up

• Carefully remove the unit from the display carton and remove all packing

material from the unit.

• The FM Antenna is built in the AC power cord. Unwind the AC power cord and

extend it to its full length for best FM reception.

• Note the Serial Number on the back panel of your system and write this Number

in the space provided on the Warranty page of this manual.

• Place the unit on a stable, level surface, convenient to an AC outlet, out of

direct sunlight, and away from sources of excess heat, dust, moisture, humidity,
or strong magnetic fields.

• Raise the lid to expose the phonograph. The phonograph has been secured

for shipment with a transit screw. Use a coin or screwdriver to turn the transit
screw clockwise. This will allow the turntable to “float”.

TRANSIT SCREW

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• Remove the opaque white plastic stylus cover from the phonograph stylus by

sliding it in the direction of the arrow.

STYLUS COVER

Discard the stylus cover.

• Remove the twist-tie that was used to secure the tone arm during shipment.

• Release the tone arm lock lever.

TONE ARM LOCK LEVER

• Connect the plug to your AC outlet.

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Power Source

AC Outlet

This product is designed to operate on normal 120V 60Hz AC only. Attempting to
operate this system from any other power source may cause damage to the system,
and such damage is not covered by your warranty.

Note: You will note that this system is
equipped with a polarized AC power plug
having one blade wider than the other. This
is a safety feature. If this plug does not fit
into your existing AC outlet, do not try to
defeat this safety feature by filing the wide
blade to make it fit into your outlet. If this
plug will not fit into your outlet, you probably
have an out-dated non-polarized AC outlet.
You should have your outlet changed by a
qualified licensed electrician.

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 cleaning 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.

IMPORTANT: Raising And Lowering The Lid

To open the lid, raise it as far as it will go until the lid support bracket ‘locks’ in the
open position.

To close the lid, lift it upward slightly until the lid support bracket ‘unlocks’, and then
gently lower the lid.

TO AVOID DAMAGING THE CABINET OR THE LID, NEVER FORCE THE LID
CLOSED. ALWAYS RAISE THE LID TO RELEASE THE LID SUPPORT BRACKET.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Front Panel

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1.) AM/FM Radio Dial Scale.

2.) Speakers.

3.) Turntable.

4.) Phonograph Lid Support Bracket.

5.) Phonograph Lid.

6.) Tone Arm.

7.) FM ST. Indicator.

8.) Power On/OFF-VOLUME Control.

9.) TUNING Control.

10.) AM/FM/PHONO Selector Switch.

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PHONES

Back Panel

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11.) AC Power Cord.

12.) LINE OUT R/L Jacks.

13.) PHONES (Headphone) Jack.

Phonograph

1.) Turntable.

2.) 45 rpm Adapter.

3.) Transit Screw.

4.) Cue Lever.

5.) Speed Selector (33/45/78 rpm)

6.) Tone Arm Lock.

7.) Tone Arm with Stylus.

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OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS

VOLUM

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Listening To The Radio

1.) To turn the system ‘On’, rotate the OFF-VOLUME control clock wise until a

‘click’ is heard, and set the Volume to a low level.

2.) Set the function selector (AM/FM/PHONO) to the AM or FM band as desired.

The dial scale light comes ‘On’.

3.) Rotate the TUNING control to tune to the desired radio station. If you tune to a

strong FM Stereo station the FM ST. indicator will light and reception will be in
stereo. If you tune to a weaker FM station, the reception will automatic ally
switch to mono.

4.) Adjust the OFF-VOLUME control to the desired level.

5.) When you are finished listening turn the OFF-VOLUME control counter

clockwise until a ‘click’ is heard. The tuning dial light go ‘Off’.

Antenna Information

The AM bar antenna is ins ide the cabinet. If AM reception is unsatisfactory try
repositioning the cabinet slightly until the internal antenna is picking up the strongest
signal.

The FM antenna is built in the AC power cord. If necessary adjust the position and
direction of the AC power c ord until you find the position that provides the best
reception.

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Playing Records

IMPORTANT!!

• TO PROTECT THE TURNTABLE FROM DAMAGE DURING

TRANSPORTATION, A SILVER TRANSIT SCREW IS LOCATED AT THE
UPPER RIGHT CORNER OF THE TURNTABLE PLATFORM.

• BEFORE PLAYING, PLEASE USE A

SCREWDRIVER TO TURN THE TRANSIT SCREW
IN CLOCKWISE DIRECTION (SCREW GOING
DOWN) COMPLETELY TO UNLOCK THE
TURNTABLE.

• TO LOCK THE TURNTABLE AGAIN FOR

TRANSPORTATION, PLEASE TURN THE SCREW
IN COUNTER-CLOCKWISE DIRECTION.

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Playing Records

This system includes a full-size, 3-speed, belt-drive turntable. You can play 33, 45,
and 78 rpm records.

1.) Turn the OFF-VOLUME control clockwise until a ‘click ’ is heard, and set the

Volume to a low level.

2.) Set the function (AM/FM/PHONO) selector to the PHONO position.

3.) Make sure that you have removed the stylus cover from the stylus and have

released the Tone Arm Lock that secured the tone arm to the tone arm rest.

4.) Set the turntable Speed Selector to the appropriate speed, 33, 45, or 78 rpm. If

you are playing 45 rpm ‘singles’, place the 45 rpm adapter on the center spindle.

5.) Place your record on the center spindle.

6.) Raise the Cue lever to lift the Tone Arm off its rest. Move the Tone Arm to the

edge of the record. The turntable starts automatically. Use the Cue lever to
gently lower the Tone Arm onto the record.

7.) Adjust the OFF-VOLUME control to the desired level.

8.) When the Tone Arm reaches the end of the record it automatically returns to

the tone arm rest and the record player stops.

9.) To turn the system ‘Off’, rotate the OFF-VOLUME control counter clockwise

until a ‘click’ is heard.

Note: Do not turn or stop the turntable manually. Moving or jarring the Turntable
without securing the tone arm clamp could result in damage to the Tone Arm.

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LINE OUT R/L Jacks

PHONES

This system includes a set of LINE OUT R/L jacks which allow you to record from
the Radio or Phonograph of this system to an external recording device such as a
cassette recorder, Mini-Disc, etc.

Connect the LINE OUT R/L jacks of this system to the Record Input jacks of your
external recording device. Connection cables are not included.

Refer to the instructions supplied with your external recording device for proper
connection and operation. Operate the Radio or Phonograph of this system as
described in this manual. The Radio or Phonograph of this system will be recorded
directly onto your external recording device.

LINE OUT R/L Jacks

PHONES Jack

Using Stereo Headphones (Not Included)

Connect a set of stereo headphones with a 3.5mm mini-plug to the PHONES jack
on the back panel.

Before putting on the headphones always set the OFF-VOLUME control to a low
lev el. Then put the headphones on and gradually increase the Volume to a
comfortable listening level. The built-in speakers automatically shut off when
headphones are connected to the PHONES jack.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Care of the Cabinet

You should care for the cabinet as you would care for any piece of fine
furniture. When the cabinet becomes dusty wipe it with a soft, non-abrasive
dust cloth. If the cabinet becomes smudged with fingerprints you may use
any good quality commercial dusting and polishing spray cleaner, however
avoid spraying the plastic or metal parts of this system. We recommend
that you spray the cleaner on your dust cloth, not directly on the cabinet, to
avoid getting any of the spray on the plastic or metal parts.

TO FIND THE LOCATION AND PHONE
NUMBER OF YOUR NEAREST SERVICE
CENTER PERMITTED TO PERFORM
WARRANTY...

CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098

FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE

FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE,PLEASE WRITE TO:

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PLEASE CALL:

1-800-898-9020

Emerson Radio Corp.,

Consumer Affairs Dept.,

5101 Statesman Drive,

Irving, TX 75063.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

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 you r dated proof
of purchase, we will p rovide repair service at no charge for labor and parts at an
authorized Dep ot Repair Facility, or replace the product in our discretion. If your
system fails to operate properly d uring the warranty period due to a manufacturing
defect, do not return the system to the retail store. Please call the Emerson Customer
Service Hotline toll free at 1-800 -898-9020. We will diagnose the problem and instruct
you h ow to have your system repaired or replaced, at our discretion.

This warranty does not cover damage from negligence, misuse, abuse, accid ent, failure
to follo w 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.

AU898R

The Serial Number of your system is located on a label on the back panel. Please
take a moment now to locate the Serial Number and write the number in the space
provided below.

You may be asked to provide this number when calling for product service.

Model Number: NR101TT
Serial Number:

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EMERSON
Part No. 16-2995

707-02

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