Emerson PD5203 User Manual

Portable CD-R/RW Player
with AM/FM Stereo Radio

OWNER’S MANUAL

PD5203

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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 BACK), NO U SER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO
Q U A LI F IE D S E R VI 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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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.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

• Avoid installing this unit in pla ces exposed

to direct sunlight or close to heat radiating
appliances 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

• Operate controls and switches as described
in the manual.

• Before turning ‘On’ the power, make certain
that power cord is properly in stalled.

• Store your CDs in a cool area to avoid
damage from heat.

• When moving the s et, be sure to first
disconnect the power cord.

chemica l solvents as this might damage 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 th e 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 u sed in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guara ntee that
interference will not occ ur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or te levision 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
mea sures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and rece iver.

• 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

Changes or modifications not expressly app roved 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 carton and remove all packing materials from

the unit.

• Carefully remove any small strips of tape whic h may have been used to keep

the CD door closed during shipment.

• Open the CD compartment by pressing on the OPEN/CLOSE position of the

CD door and lifting upward. Inside the CD compartment you will see a ‘dummy’
CD transit card which is used to prevent the laser pick -up from moving during
shipment. Carefully remove this card and close the CD compartment door.

• Please save the carton and packing materials in the event that your unit ever

needs to be returned for service. The original carton and packing materials are
the only way to protect the unit from damage during shipment.

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 Sources

AC Outlet

This unit is designed to operate on 6 “C” batteries, not included, or on normal 120V
60Hz AC house current. Operating this unit from any other power source may
cause damage to the unit, and such damage is not covered by your warranty.

AC Operation

Connect the small end of the AC Power Cord to the AC socket on the back cabinet,
then insert the plug in any convenient household 120V 60Hz AC outlet.

Note:

This unit has a polarized AC plug with one wide blade and one narrow blade. This
plug will only fit into a matching polarized AC outlet. This is a safety feature to
reduce the possibility of electric shock .

If this 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 .

AC Plug

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