Emerson SpongeBob Squarepants SB280 Owner's Manual

Copyright 200 4 Viacom International Inc. All Rights Reserved. N ickelodeon,
SpongeBob SquarePants and all related titles, logos and characters are
trademarks of Viacom International Inc. C reated by Stephen Hillenburg.

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TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNL ESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. T O PREVENT FIRE
OR SHO CK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.) Read these instructions.

2.) Keep these instructions.

3.) Heed all warnings.

4.) Follow all instructions.

5.) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.) Clean only with dry cloth.

7.) Do not block any ventilation openi ngs. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.

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

9.) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades w ith one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
groundin g prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the p rovided
plug does not fit in to your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete o utlet.

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

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

12.) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or w hen unused for long periods of time.

13.) 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 ha s been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

14.) This appliance shall not be exposed to drippin g or splashing water and no object filled with
liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.

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

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

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

18.) Upon completion of any service or repairs to this produc t, ask the service technician t o
perform safety checks.

CAUTION

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrow­head symbol, within an equi­lateral triangle is intended to
al ert 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.

The exclamation point within
an equi lateral triangle is in­tended to alert the user to
the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in
the literature accompany­ing the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK ) , NO US E R
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SER V I CI N G T O
Q U A L I F I E D S E R V I C E
PERSONNEL.

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Emerson Radio Corp. has produced this AM/FM Radio with CD & Cassette
player, under license from Nickelodeon.

We have taken great care to make sur e that your CD & Ca ssette player
was in perfect working order when it left our factory. It has been designed
to give you many years of enjoyment and trouble free operation.

Read this m anual before operating this unit to become fa miliar with its
features and obta in the performance that will bring you continued enjoyment
for many years. In the event you require technical assistance, please contact
the Emerson Radio C onsumer Service hotline at: 1-800-898-9020.

For future reference, record the serial number in the space provided.

Model : SB280
Serial Number:

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FCC INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
devi ce, pursuant t o Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasona ble protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment genera tes, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions , may c ause harmful interference t o radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee th at 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 turni ng the equipment off and on, the use r 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.

• Places exposed to direct sunlight or close

to heat radiating appli ances 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.

Avoid installing the unit in locat ion s described below :

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Operate controls and switches as
described in the manual.

• Before turning ‘On’ the power, make certain
AC cord or batteries are properly installed.

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

• When moving the set, b e sure to first
disconnect the AC power cord.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

This product contains a low power Laser Device.

CAUTION

INVI SIBLE LASER RADIATION

WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS

DEFEATED.

AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
APPAREI L Á LASER DE CLASSE 1
PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1

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POWER SOURCES

This unit is designed to operate 8 “C” batteries, not included, or on normal 120V
60Hz AC house current. Operating this unit from any other power sour ce may
cause damage to the unit, and such damage is not
covered by your warranty.

Battery Operation

1.) Remove the battery compartment door on the
bottom of the cabinet by pressing down on the
“Arrow” symbol and sliding the doo r in the direction
of the arrow.

2.) Insert 8 “C” size batteries into the battery
compartment ac cording to the polarity diagram
engraved inside the compartment. If the batteries
are inserted incorrectly the unit will not work.

3.) Replace the battery compartment door.

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 str ips of tape which may have been used to keep

the CD and Cassette doors closed during shipment.

· Open the CD compartment by placing you finger under the notch on the front of

the CD door and lifting upward. Inside the CD compartment you will see a white
transit card which is used to prevent the laser pick-up from moving during
shipment. Carefully remove this card a nd 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 shi pment.

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AC Operation

To prevent loss the AC cord is permanently attached to the unit and is stored inside
the battery compartment. Do not try to detach the AC cord from the unit.

• Remove the battery compartment door on the bottom of the cabinet by pressing
down on the “Arrow” symbol and sliding the door in the direction of the arrow.

• Remove the AC cord from its storage compartment and extend it to its full
length.

• With the unit upside down position the cord so that it is resting in the ‘notch’ on
the back of the cord storage compartment.

• With the cord resting in the ‘notch’ replace the battery compartment door.

• Turn the unit right side up and conne ct the plug to any convenient 120V 60Hz
AC outlet.

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