Goodmans GCD518PLL Instruction Manual

Radio Compact Disc Player

GCD518PLL

Instruction Manual

Programme Play ...............................................Up to 24 memories

Line output ........................................................0.6V RMS

Earphone output ............................................... 20mW

Power requirement ........................................... DC 4.5V external and battery 3V

("AA" Cell x 2) (IEC R6, JIS SUM-3

or Ni-Cd rechargeable battery)
Dimension

Weight ............................................................. not including battery (Main Unit)

For improvement purposes, specification and design are subject to change without notice.

........................................................ Approx. 144.5(L) 143.3(W) 31.3(H) mm

257.8g

IMPORTANT NOTES

To switch the power ON/OFF to this player please observe the following:

Radio Function

1. Insert2xAABatteries.

2. Move the CD/RADIO function switch to the Radio position, the display will show a radio
frequency.

3. To switch the Radio OFF move the CDR/RADIO function switch to the CD position.

CD Function

1. Insert2xAABatteries.

2. Move the CD/RADIO function switch to the CD position.

3. Open the CD compartment lid and insert a CD disc label side uppermost and close the
lid.

4. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to switch the player ON and start disc playback.

5. To turn the power to the player OFF Press the STOP button twice, the display will go
blank.

When in CD mode , in order to maximise battery life and provide optimum playing

Note:

time this product incorporates an auto power OFF function, the power to the player will
automatically switch OFF approximately 30 seconds after a disc has finished playing or
when in stop mode no buttons are pressed for the prescribed period.

Helpline No.: 0870 873 0080

4. If the unit is not to be used for a long period

WARNING

1. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.

2. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the

cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.

3. Do not put anything in the safety slot. If you

do, the laser diode will be ON when the lid
is still opened.

of time, make sure that all power sources
are disconnected from theunit. Remove all
batteries from the battery compartment,
and unplug the AC adaptor from the wall
outlet. Make it a practice to remove the AC
adaptor by grasping the main bodyand not
by pulling the cord.

5. The unit employs a laser. The use of
controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified
herein may result in exposure to
hazardous radiation.

LOW BATTERY ALERT

When the BATTERY indicator flashes in the LCD display, this means that the batteries are losing
their charge. Inthiscase the CD player willnot function properly and thebatteries must be replaced.
In the case that rechargeable batteries are being used follow the instruction on how to recharge the
batteries detailed in this owner'smanual.

Goodmans Product Information Helpline 0870 873 0080

TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. POWER SOURCES NORMAL BATTERIES/AC ADAPTOR

Power Sources Normal Batteries/AC Adaptor..... 1

Charging and Use of Rechargeable Batteries..... 2

Earphone and Hi-Fi Connection......................... 3

Player Maintenance........................................... 4

Disc Cleaning and Troubleshooting Guide.......... 5

Product Specifications....................................... 6

Player Operation (see reverse of this sheet)

Basic Disc Play.................................................. 7

Location of Controls........................................... 8

LCD Display Information .................................. 9

Skip Function.................................................... 10

Play Modes.......................................................11

Programme Play................................................

Radio Operation................................................13

12

1. As the laser beam used in this compact
disc player is harmful to the eyes, do not
attempt to disassemble the casing.

2. Stop operation immediately if any liquid or
solid object should fall into the cabinet.
Unplug the unit and have it checked by
qualified personnel.

3. Do not touch thelensor poke at it. If you do,

you may damage the lens and the player
may not operate properly.

4. Do not put anything in the safety slot. If you

do, the laser diode will be ON when the lid
is still opened.

5. If the unit is not to be used for a long period

of time, make sure that all power sources
are disconnected from the unit. Remove all
batteries from the battery compartment,
and unplug the AC adaptor from the wall
outlet. Make it a practice to remove the AC
adaptor by grasping the main body and not
by pulling the cord.

6. The uni t employs a laser. The use of

controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified
herein may result in exposure to
hazardous radiation.

Battery Power Operation

1. Open the battery compartment cover and
insert two "AA" alkaline batteriesinsidethe
battery compartment.

Be sure to observe
the proper polarity (the "+"and"-" signs) as
indicated inside the battery compartment.

2. Close the battery compartment cover.

Average Playing

Time (Continuous

Battery Type

Alkaline MN 1500, LR 6 or
Equivalent

Ni-CAD rechargeable (min.
specification recommended

1.2V - 650mA)

Play)

Normal

Play Mode

Approx. 7
Hours

Approx. 4
Hours

Radio

playing

Normal

Play Mode

Approx.18
Hours

Approx.10
Hours

Note: Zinc/Carbon, or Zinc/Chloride type
batteries are not recommended for this unit
as their use will result in extremely short
playing times. Wherever possible and for
economy it is recommended that the mains
adaptor supplied with this unit used.

AC Operation

1. Insert the DC plug at the end of an AC
adaptor (not included) cord into the DC
input socket at the rear of the unit.

2. Plug the AC adaptor (not included) into a
230V AC power outlet socket.

If the ACplug of this unit does not fit in

Note

your AC outlet, a plug adaptor (not included)
should be used.

Consult your local dealer on the type of plug
adaptor required.

WARNING

ENSURE THAT THE BATTERY
RECHARGE SWITCH IS OFF WHEN
USING THE AC ADAPTOR WITH NON
RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
INSTALLED.

2. CHARGING AND USE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES

3. EARPHONE AND HI-FI CONNECTION

Rechargeable Battery Operation

This unit can fully recharge the specified rechargeable batteries, in approximately 15 hours. The
rechargeable batteries (NOT supplied) should be recharged before they areusedforthefirst time
because they are low in power or they have not been used for a long period (over 60 days)

1. Open the battery compartment cover and insert
two of the recommended rechargeable batteries,
matching polarity.(1.2V650mA)

ALL BATTERIES MUST BE OF
RECHARGEABLE NICKEL-CADMIUM/ NI-MH
TYPE, OTHERWISE THE BATTERIES MAY
EXPLODE OR LEAK.

2. Plug in the AC adaptor (not included) and set the Charge switch to ON position to start charging.
The CHARGE indicator will illuminate.

CHARGE SWITCH

3. After 15 hours, please unplug the AC adaptor and switch the Charge switch to the OFF position.

DO NOT CHARGE CONTINUOUSLY FOR 24 HOURS OR MORE. DOING SO CAN CAUSE
THE PERFORMANCE OF THE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES TO DETERIORATE.

You may play DISC while charging the batteries.

Note

< Listeningwiththeearphone

Connect the plug of the stereo earphones
(included) or headphones (not included)
into the PHONES (GREEN) socket.

Caution

listening to sound for a long period of time
when using headphone.

Avoid excessive volume levelsand

TO PHONES

< Connecting to component audio

systems

Connect a stereo connection cable (not
included) into the LINE OUT (BLACK)
socket of the unit and the CD/AUX input of
an audio system.

Note

Always switch the power off before
making any connections between the player
and another unit.

TO LINE OUT

4. If the operatingtimedecreases drastically even when the rechargeablenickel-cadmiumbatteries
are properly recharged, purchase anewset of rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries.

5. When charging for the first time or after a long time, playing time may be reduced. In this
case, charge and discharge the batteries several times.

Charging Rechargeable batteries
The charging current for this player is 120mA and has been optimised for over night
charging of MI-MH batteries. NI CAD batteries can still be charged in this player but please
note due to their lower capacity the charging time will need to be reduced.

< Adjust Volume to the desired level.

TO CD / LINE
INPUT