Goodmans GPS159R User Manual
STEREO CD/RADIO/CASSETTE RECORDER
WITH REMOTE CONTROL
GPS159R
Instruction Manual
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
PRE FITTED MAINS PLUGS
For your convenience a mains plug has been fitted to this appliance. For your safety please
observe thefollowing information.
1. Should the fuse in the plug fail,remove the plug fromthe wall socket andreplace the fuse with
a 3 Amp ASTAapproved to BS 1362 fuse.
2. Never use the plug without the fuse cover fitted. Replacement fuse covers are available from
your dealer or most electrical retail outlets.
3. If the mains plug is cut off the cable, rewire the replacement plug in accordance with
instruction given in this manual.
4. CAUTION: Under no circumstances should the discarded plug be inserted mains socket. To
prevent a shock hazard carefully dispose of the discarded plug. Do not leave the plug lying
around where children might see it.
WARNING:
CAUTION: DANGEROUS VOLTAGES EXISTINSIDE THIS UNIT, DO NOTREMOVE COVER
PLUG WIRING DETAILS
BLUE
WARNING: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MUST THE LIVE OR NEUTRAL WIRES BE
To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. DISCONNECT FROM MAINS SUPPLY
WHEN NOT IN USE.
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following wiring codes:
E
L
FUSE
N
CONNECTED TO THE EARTH TERMINAL IN A 3-PIN MAINS PLUG.
This symbol means that this unit is double insulated.
An earth connection is not required.
BROWN
CORD
GRIP
Blue................................................. Neutral
Brown................................................... Live
The wires in this mains lead must be
connected to the terminals in the plugs as
follows:
Blue Wire..................................... N or Black
Brown Wire..................................... Lor Red
Only a 3 Amp fuse should be fitted in the plug
ora5Ampfuse at the distribution board.
For improvement purposes, specification and design are subject to change without notice.
Goodmans Product Information Helpline 0870 873 0080
www.goodmans.co.uk
HELPLINE PHONE NUMBER 0870 873 0080
CAUTION
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Use of Controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
LASER SAFETY
This unit employs a laser, only qualified service personnel should attempt repair.
DANGER:
CAUTION:
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOCK FAILED OR DEFEATED. AVOID DIRECT
EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
HAZARDOUS LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOCK DEFEATED.
CAUTION
CLEANING: Always disconnect unit from mains supply before attempting to clean it. Use soft
SOME DO'S AND DONT'S ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet European safety standards but
like any electrical equipment,care must be taken if you are to obtain thebest results and safetyis
to be assured.
Do read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
Do ensure that all electrical connections (Including the mains plug, extension leads and
interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing
connections.
Do consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt of the installation, operating, or safety of your
equipment.
Don't continue to operatethe equipment if you are in any doubt about itworking normally, or if it is
damaged in any way- switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
Don't remove any fixed covers as this may expose dangerous voltages.
Don't leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is
designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the
equipment and made sure thatyour familyknows how to do this.Special arrangementsmay need
to be made for infirm or handicapped people.
Don't listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
Don't obstruct the ventilation of the equiment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
Don't allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
Above all
Never let anyone, especiallychildren, push anything into holes, slotsor any other opening as
this could result in a fatal electric shock.
Never guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind.
It is better to be safe than sorry!
WARNING:
cloth moistened with soapy water, wipe gently. Do not use solvents or abrasive
materials.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE, DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE
PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET, REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNELONLY.
IMPORTANT NOTES
Your hearing is very important to you and to us so please take care when operating
this equipment. The followingguidelines are provided for your information.
ESTABLISH A SAFE SOUND LEVEL
Over time your hearing will adapt to continuous loud sounds and will give the
impression that the volume has in fact been reduced. What seems normal to
you may in fact be harmful. To guard against this
ADAPTS
Slowly increase the level until you can hear comfortably and clearly and without
set the volume at a low level.
distortion.
Damage to your hearing is accumulative and is irreversible.
Any ringing or discomfort in the ears indicates that the volume is too loud.
Remember listening for prolonged period of time at high volume levels will
harm your hearing.
Once you have established a comfortable listening level, DO NOT INCREASE
THE SOUND LEVEL FURTHER.
The following list of typical sound levels may assist you in recognizing just how
loud you have set the volume level.
DECIBEL
Level dB Example
30dB Quiet library, soft whisper.
40 Living room, fridge freezer bedroom away from traffic.
50 Normal conversation, quiet office, light traffic.
60 Electric sewing machine.
70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant.
THE FOLLOWING NOISE CAN BE HARMFUL UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE
80dB Average city traffic, alarm clock buzzer at 1 Metre, food mixer.
90 Motorcycle, heavy goods vehicle, petrol lawn mower.
100 Pneumatic drill, chain saw, garbage truck,
120 Rock band concert, thunderclap, fast train passing by.
140 Gunshot, jet plane taking off.
THRESHOLD OF PAIN
180 Rocket Launching pad.
BEFORE YOUR HEARING
discotec/night-club.
HELPLINE PHONE NUMBER 0870 873 0080
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. POWER SOURCES
Power Sources....................................................1
Player Maintenance............................................ 2
Disc Cleaning, Power failure.................
Player Operation
Location of Controls............................................4
Radio operation...................................................5
Listening to a compact disc.................................. 6
Program play operation.......................................7
Repeat play operation........................................8
Automatic level control(ALC)...............................9
DBBS (bass boost) function..............................10
Listening with headphone/earphone 11
Cassettes............................................................12
To record from the built-in radio,
Microphone, compact disc.................................13
Remote control..................................................14
Product Specifications.......................................15
........... 3
(Not Supplied)....
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
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 nottouch the lens orpoke 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. This uni t employs a laser. The use of
controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other then those specified
herein may result in exposure to
hazardous radiation.
AC MAINS
Insert the plug of AC power cord into wall
outlet and the connector into the AC
supply socket on the rear of the unit.
Battery power will be disconnected
automatically.
2. PLAYER MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE TAPE HEADS
Clean the heads frequently to remove dust
and tape residue. Dirt on the heads will
impair the sound quality of both recording
and playback.
The simple method is to use a headcleaning cassette, which is available at
most audio stores. Follow the instructions
supplied with the cleaning cassette.
BATTERY OPERATION
Remove the Battery Compartment Cover
and insert 8 pcs UM-2 (Size C ) batteries,
replace the cover.
NOTE:
ENSURE BATTERIES ARE
CORRECTLY INSTALLED
OBSERVING THE POLARITY AS
SHOWN.
: Old batteries may swell and leak.
NOTE
To avoid damage to your
instrument, remove the batteries
when the unit is to be stored for
long periods of time, or if the
batteries become exhausted (the
Power Indicator will be faded if the
batteries are exhausted). And if
radio sound is low or distorted,
your batteries probably need
replacing.
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