Jensen JMC-1250 User Manual

BLUETOOTH 3-SPEED STEREO TURNTABLE 3 CD

CHANGER MUSIC SYSTEM WITH DUAL CASSETTE DECK

USER MANUAL
JMC-1250

PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE

OPERATING THIS UNIT AND RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR

FUTURE REFERENCE.

WARNING

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.

The Caution Marking is located at the back enclosure of the apparatus.
The Rating plate is located at the back enclosure of the apparatus

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 openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.

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

9. 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.

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. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for a long periods of time.

14. 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.

15. This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no
object filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.

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

17. Use replacement part as specified by the manufacturer.

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

19. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For
products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instruction.

20. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
the product.

21. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating

instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the

product to its normal operation.
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a

need for service.

22. Main plug is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily operable
during intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains
completely, the mains plug should be disconnected from the mains socket
outlet completely.

23. Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

24. Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphone can cause hearing
loss.

This symbol indicates that this product incorporates
between hazardous mains voltage and

user

accessible parts.

doub

le

insulation

CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF AC PLUG TO WIDE SLOT. FULLY INSERT.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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COMPLIANCE WITH FCC REGULATIONS

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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B

Digital Device, pursuant to Part
to provide reasonable protection against harmful
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
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
interference by one or more of the

 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

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING

Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

receiver is connected.

15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed

interference in a residential

communications. However, there is no guarantee that

following measures:

CAUTION

Follow the advice below for safe operations.

ON PROTECTION AGAINST LASER ENERGY EXPOSURE

 As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to the eyes, do not

attempt to disassemble the casing.

 Stop operation immediately if any liquid or solid object should fall into the cabinet.
 Do not touch the lens or poke at it. If you do, you may damage the lens and the

player may not operate properly.

 Do not put anything in the safety slot. If you do, the laser diode will be ON when

the CD door is still open.

 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.

 This unit employs a laser. The use of controls or adjustment or performance of

procedures other than those specified here may result in exposure to hazardous
radiation.

Should any trouble occur, remove the power source and refer servicing to qualified personnel.

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PROTECT YOUR FURNITURE

This system is equipped with non-skid rubber ‘feet’ to prevent the product from
moving when
rubber material specially
furniture. However certain types of oil based

you

operate the controls. These ‘feet’ are made from non-migrating

formulated

to avoid leaving any marks or stains on your

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
improvement centers everywhere,
rubber ‘feet’ before you place the product on fine

self-

adhesive felt pads, available at hardware stores and home

and

apply these pads to the bottom of the

wooden furniture.

DEAR JENSEN®

CUSTOMER

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just purchased is only
the start of
maximize the fun and excitement
and the E l e c t ro n i c Industries Association's
want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.

your

musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how you can

your

equipment offers. This manufacturer

Consumer

Electronics Group

One
that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or
distortion and,
Sound can be deceiving. Over time
higher volumes of sound. So what sounds "normal" can

most

importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.

your

hearing "comfort level" adapts to

actually

be loud and
harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe
level

BEFORE your hearing

adapts.

To

establish

• Start your volume control at a low

a safe level:

setting.

• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and

without

• Once you have

leave it

distortion.

there.

established a comfortable sound level :

Set the dial and

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the
future.

We Want You

After

all, we want you listening for a

Listening

For a Lifetim

lifetime.

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Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide
a lifetime
damage from loud noise
it is too late, this manufacturer and
Industries Association's Consumer Electronics
Group
excessive

Customer's Record:

of

fun and enjoyment. Since hearing

is

often undetectable until

the Electronic

recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to

noise.

The serial number of this product is found on its bottom cover. You should note
the serial
your purchase to aid in identification

number

of this unit in the space provided as a permanent record of

in the

event of theft of

loss.

Model Number : JMC-1250 Serial Number :

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS

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1 DUST COVER 20 REMOTE SENSOR

2 LCD DISPALY 21 PRE-SET EQ BUTTON

3 VOLUME UP/DOWN BUTTON 22

4 X-BASS BUTTON 23 DISC SKIP BUTTON

5 STANDBY LED INDICATOR 24 PHONO/BLUETOOTH/AUX BUTTON

6 FM MODE / DUBBING SPEED

SELECTOR

7 POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON 26 TAPE BUTTON

8

STOP

9 REP/RAN BUTTON 28 SKIP / TUNING UP BUTTON

10 CD BUTTON 29 +10 / PRE-UP BUTTON

11 SLEEP/TIMER BUTTON 30 CASSETTE DOOR (2)

12 SKIP / TUNING DOWN BUTTON 31 DECK 2 CONTROL KEYS

13 -10 / PRE-DN BUTTON PLAYBACK KEY

14

MEM/CLK-ADJ

15 CASSETTE DOOR (1) FAST FORWARD KEY

16 DECK 1 CONTROL KEY STO/EJECT KEY

RECORD KEY PAUSE KEY

BUTTON

PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON

25 TUNER/BAND BUTTON

27 CD DOOR OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON

REWIND KEY

PLAYBACK KEY 32 SPINDLE ADAPTOR

REWIND KEY 33 TURNTABLE SPEED SELECTOR

FAST FORWARD KEY 34 AUTO STOP SWITCH

STO/EJECT KEY 35 PICK-UP HOLDER

PAUSE KEY 36 SPEAKER WIRE TERMINALS

17 CD DOOR 37 AUX IN JACK

18 BLUETOOTH INDICATOR 38 FM ANTENNA

19 HEADPHONE JACK 39 AC CORD

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REMOTE CONTROL

BUTTON DESCRIPTION

OPEN/CLOSE PRESS TO OPEN & CLOSE THE CD DOOR

POWER PRESS TO TURN THE UNIT ON AND OFF

(STANDBY MODE)

DISC 1,2,3 PRESS TO SELECT THE DISC FOR

PLAYBACK DIRECTLY

DISC-CH PRESS TO SELECT THE NEXT DESIRE

DISC AND ROTATE THE DISC TRAY

SLEEP PRESS TO ACTIVE SLEEP FUNCTION

TIMER PRESS TO SET THE ALARM MODE

ON/OFF

PHONO/BT/AUX PRESS TO ACTIVE PHONO/BLUETOOTH

OR AUX MODE

EQ PRESS TO SELECT EQ MODE

TIMER MODE TO REVIEW AND SET THE ALARAM

ON/OFF TIME

CD PRESS TO ACTIVE CD MODE

TAPE PRESS TO ACTIVE TAPE MODE

TUNER/BAND PRESS TO ACTIVE TUNER MODE AND

SELECT RADIO BAND

VOLUME -/+ CONTROL VOLUME UP DOWN

SKIP UP/DOWN IN CD MODE : TO SELECT PREVIOUS / NEXT CD TRACK

IN TUNER MODE : PRESS TO STEP UP/DOWN OF FREQUENCY

PLAY/PAUSE IN CD MODE, PRESS ONCE TO START PLAYBACK. PRESS ONCE

AGAIN TO STOP THE DISC PLAY TEMPORARILY

STOP IN CD MODE, PRESS TO TERMINATE CD PLAYBACK

IN TUNER MODE, PRESS TO SELECT THE RADIO BAND

-10M-DOWN IN CD MODE : PRESS TO SKIP 10 SKIP BACKWARD

IN TUNER MODE : PRESS TO CALL OUT THE PRESET MEMORY IN

BACK

+10/M-UP IN CD MODE : PRESS TO SKIP 10 TRACK FORWARD

IN TUNER MODE : PRESS TO CALL OUT THE PRESET MEMORY IN

UP

MEMORY/CLK-ADJ

IN STANDBY MODE, FOR CLOCK SETTING

IN TUNER MODE, FOR PRE-SETTING OF RADIO STATION INTO

MEMORY

REP/RAN IN CD MODE: PRESS TO ACTIVE THE REPEAT/RANDOM

FUNCTION

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BATTERY INSTALLATION

The battery compartment is located on the
back of the remote control.

1. Remove the battery compartment door

by pressing in on the tab and lifting it off.

2. Insert two AAA size batteries (not

included) into the battery compartment
following the polarity markings inside the
battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery compartment door.

BATTERY WARNING

1. Be sure that the batteries are installed correctly. Wrong polarity may damage

the unit.

2. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.

3. Do not mix old and new batteries.

4. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium)

batteries.

5. If the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries.

Old or leaking batteries can cause damage to the unit and may void the
warranty.

6. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can

overheat and rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s directions).

7. Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may leak or explode.

GETTING STARTED

1. Connect the speaker wires to the speaker terminals (#36) located on the back

of the unit.

2. Plug the AC POWER CORD (#39) into a 120V AC ~ 60Hz outlet.

3. The unit will go into standby mode. The STANDBY LED INDICATOR (#5) will

turn on.

4. Press the POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) once to turn on the JMC-1250.

The STANDBY LED INDICATOR (#5) will turn off.

Press POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) again to turn off the JMC-1250.

The STANDBY LED INDICATOR (#5) will turn on.

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SETTING THE CLOCK

The clock has to be set before using the system for the first time. When you plug
the system into an AC outlet for the first time, the LCD DISPLAY (#2) will show
12:00 and need to be set.

1. Press MEMORY / CLOCK-ADJUST BUTTON (#14), the Hour digits will flash.

Press OR BUTTON (#12 or #28) to select the correct hour. Press the
MEMORY / CLOCK-ADJUST BUTTON (#14) to confirm.

2. The Minute digits will flash, Press OR BUTTON (#12 or #28) to select the

correct minute. Press the MEMORY / CLOCK-ADJUST BUTTON (#14) to
confirm.

3. Press and hold the STOP BUTTON (#8) to change 12/24 hours clock display.

Note : The clock settings may be lost if the main power switch is turned off. If this

occurs, you will need to reset the clock

LISTENING TO THE RADIO

1. Press the POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) to turn on the JMC-1250.

2. Press the TUNER/BAND BUTTON (#25) repeatedly to enter tuner mode and

desired band. The radio frequency will show on the LCD DISPLAY (#2).

3. Press and hold the button (#28) or button (#12) to search for the next /

previous available station. If the reception is poor, try Manual Tuning to fine­tune the station.

4. Press the button (#28) or button (#12) briefly to manually tune through

the frequency band.

5. Adjust the volume control to the desired volume level.

6. Press the POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) to turn the JMC-1250 to

standby mode after listening.

Setting the Radio Station Presets

The JMC-1250 allows you to store up to 40 station presets ( AM-20 and FM-20 )
for easy recall at any time.

1. Press the POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) to turn on the JMC-1250.

2. Press the TUNER/BAND BUTTON (#25) repeatedly to enter tuner mode and

select FM band.

3. Tune to the radio station you want to store in memory.

4. Press

the

MEMORY / CLOCK-ADJUST BUTTON (#14), the preset number “00”

will be flashing on display.

5. Press +10 / PRE-UP BUTTON (#29 or -10 / PRE-DN BUTTON (#13) to

select the desired preset number ( 00–20 ).

6. Press

the

MEMORY / CLOCK-ADJUST BUTTON (#14) to confirm.

7. To store up to 20 stations presets, repeat steps 3 to 6 above.

8. Press the TUNER/BAND BUTTON (#25) repeatedly to enter tuner mode and

select AM band.

9. To store up to 20 stations presets, repeat steps 3 to 6 above.

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Note :

• If no buttons are pressed after 5 seconds when setting the Radio Station Presets,

the JMC-1250 will return to tuner mode

• The Radio Station Presets may be lost if the main power switch is turned off. If

this occurs, you will need to reset the Radio Station Preset.

• You can overwrite a present station by saving the new frequency in its place.

FM and FM Stereo Reception

1. Release the FM Mode button (#6) to select Stereo Mode. The LCD display (#2)

will show “ST” when receiving a stereo program.

2. Press down FM Mode button (#6) to select Mono Mode. The LCD display (#2)

will not show “ST” even receiving a stereo program.

Note : It is preferable to receive the program in Mono Mode when you are receiving

a weak station.

TIPS FOR BEST RECEPTION

AM - The AM antenna is located inside the cabinet of the main unit. If AM reception

is weak, change the position of cabinet until the internal antenna picks up the
strongest signal,

FM - During FM reception, always keep the FM Wire Antenna (#38) fully extended.

If FM reception is weak try repositioning the FM Wire Antenna until you find
the strongest signal.

PHONO OPERATION

Noted :

- Remove the stylus protector.

- Be sure that the tone arm is being detached from

the tone arm rest before operating and re-secured
again afterwards.

1. Press the PHONO/BLUETOOTH/AUX BUTTON (#24) repeatedly to select

Phono Mode. The LCD DISPLAY (#2) will show PHONO.

2. Set the Speed selector (#33) to the proper position depending on the record to

be played.

3. Place the record on the platter; use the SPINDLE ADAPTOR (#32) when

playing 45 RPM records.

4. Lift the tone arm from the rest and slowly move it to

the record side. The platter will start to rotate.

5. Place the tone arm to the desired position of the

record.

6. Adjust the volume to the desired level.

7. At the end of record, the platter will automatically stop

rotating. Lift the tone arm from the record and return it
to the rest.

8. To stop manually, lift the tone arm from the record and return it to the rest.

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Remark :
The auto-stop may not work on some records because the play area is out of the
preset adjustment, so it may stop before the last track finishes. When this happens
disable the the auto-stop feature by placing the auto-stop switch (#34) in the “ off
“ position, then it will run to the end of the record but will not stop automatically
(turn off the unit by power button or switch back the auto-stop switch (#34) to
“on“ position to stop the platter rotate). Then put back the tone arm to the rest
position.

BLUETOOTH OPERATION

Pairing a Bluetooth enabled device with the JMC-1250.

1. Press the POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) to turn on the JMC-1250.

2. Press the PHONO/BLUETOOTH/AUX BUTTON (#24) repeatedly to select

Bluetooth Mode. The LCD DISPLAY (#2) will show BT.

3. The BLUETOOTH INDICATOR (#18) will flash. The JMC-1250 will go into

Pairing/Discoverable mode.

4. Turn on the Bluetooth function for the device you want to link to, and enable the

search or scan function to find the JMC-1250.

5. Select "JMC-1250" from the device list when it appears on your device screen.

If required, enter the pass code “0000” to pair (link) JMC-1250 with your device.

6. If you are pairing (linking) your computer to the speaker using Bluetooth, you

may need to set the JMC-1250 as your computer’s default sound device.

7. After successfully pairing the JMC-1250 with your Bluetooth device, The

BLUETOOTH INDICATOR (#18) will stop flashing and remain lit.

8. If you want to pair (link) the JMC-1250 with another Bluetooth device, press and

Play/Pause button

hold

(#22) a few

seconds. The

BLUETOOTH INDICATOR
(#18) will flash. The JMC-1250 will go into Pairing/Discoverable mode. Repeat
steps 4 & 5.

Now you can play music from your Bluetooth device wirelessly to the JMC-1250.

1. Select your favorite song, press the

Play/Pause Button (#22)

on the JMC-1250 to play or pause the song from

Play/Pause

on your Bluetooth device or the

your Bluetooth device.

2. Press the Skip Forward Button (#12) or Skip Backward Button (#9) to
select the Next or Previous track.

(The SEARCH function does not apply to Bluetooth operation )

3. Slowly adjust both the volume controls of your JMC-1250 and your Bluetooth
device until you reach a comfortable listening level.

Note :

1. Refer to the manual of your cell phone, tablet PC, computer or other Bluetooth
enabled devices for Bluetooth operation since it may vary from model to
model.

2. If your Bluetooth enabled device does not support A2DP profile, it will not play
the music through the speaker, even if paired (linked).

3. Remember to turn off the JMC-1250 when you have finished listening,

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4. Don't forget to switch off the power of your Bluetooth device as well.

5. The music playback will automatically be paused when you have an incoming

call. When the call is ended, the JMC-1250 will start playing again.

AUX IN OPERATION

You can play other music sources (iPod, MP3 or other digital audio players)
through the speakers of the JMC-1250 by connecting the AUX IN Jack (#37) to
your external player’s audio out jack or headphone jack.

1. Plug one end of an audio cable (not included) into the AUX IN Jack (#37) and the

other end of the cable to the headphone jack of your digital audio player.

2. Press POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) to turn on the JMC-1250.

3. Press PHONO/BLUETOOTH/AUX BUTTON (#24) repeatedly to select AUX

Mode. The LCD DISPLAY (#2) will show AUX.

4. Start playing the device you plugged into the AUX IN Jack (#37)..

5. Slowly adjust both the volume controls of your JMC-1250 and the external

device until you reach a comfortable listening level.

Note :

•

If you connect the JMC-1250 to the Line-Out Jack of your external device, you
only need to adjust the VOLUME CONTROL of your JMC-1250. If you connect
to the Headphone Jack of your external device, you may need to adjust both
the volume controls of your external device and the JMC-1250 to obtain the
desirable listening level.

•

Remember to turn off the JMC-1250 when you have finished listening. Don't
forget to switch off the power of your external audio device as well.

CD OPERATION

 LOADING THE DISCS

1. Press the POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) to turn on the JMC-1250.

2. Press the CD BUTTON (#10) to enter CD Mode. The LCD DISPLAY (#2) will

show CD.

3. Press the CD DOOR OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON (#27) to open the CD DOOR

(#17).

4. Place a CD with the printed side facing up inside the tray.

5. Press the DISC SKIP BUTTON (#23) to select another location on the CD tray.

Load another CD. You can load up to 3 CDs at a time by repeating the step.

6. Press the CD DOOR OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON (#27) again to close the CD

DOOR (#17).

7. CD search will be performed; the display will show the total number of discs,

number of tracks and playing time of the disc.

Note: CD searching will be performed every time when you switch to CD mode or if

you close the CD door. All CD functions will start responding when the CD
searching is completed.

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 CD PLAY / PAUSE MODE

1. Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON (#22) to start playback. The first track of the

first disc will be played and the play indicator will appear on the LCD DISPLAY
(#2).

2. You can also press either the “ DISC 1”, “ DISC 2 ”, “ DISC 3 ” buttons on the

remote control to start playing a specific disc in the tray.

3. To interrupt, press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON (#22) once, and the display will

start flashing. Press again to resume playback.

 STOP MODE

1. If the STOP BUTTON (#8) is pressed during PLAY or PAUSE, the system will

go into stop mode.

 SKIP MODE (SKIP UP /SKIP DOWN )

1. During PLAY or PAUSE mode, if the

SKIP / TUNING UP BUTTON (#28)

is
pressed, the player will go to next track and display the track no. and then
remain the PLAY or PAUSE mode.

2. During PLAY or PAUSE mode, if the
pressed, the player will go back to the beginning of the track. Press the

TUNING DOWN BUTTON (#12)

again will go to the previous track.

SKIP / TUNING DOWN BUTTON (#12)

SKIP /

 SEARCH MODE (SEARCH UP /SEARCH DOWN )

1. During PLAY mode, if the

SKIP / TUNING UP BUTTON (#28)

is pressed & held

for few seconds, it will start searching forward.

2. During play mode, if the

SKIP / TUNING DOWN BUTTON (#12)

is pressed &

held for few seconds, it will start searching backwards.

 REPEAT PLAY
This function allows you to repeat 1 single track, 1 single disc or all discs:­Press the

REP/RAN BUTTON

(#9) repeatedly to switch the function:-

REP. ALL DISC REP. 1 DISC REP. 1 TRACK REP. OFF

Note: Single track repeat function is possible in normal or programmed playback,

repeat one disc or all discs is only available in normal playback.

 RANDOM PLAY
You can listen all the tracks of all available discs in a random order by using this
function

1. Press and hold the

REP/RAN BUTTON

(#9), the unit will play all discs randomly.

All tracks of all the discs will be played in random order.

2. Press and hold the

REP/RAN BUTTON

(#9) again, the unit will play 1 disc
randomly.
All tracks of 1 disc will be played in random order.

3. Press and hold the

REP/RAN BUTTON

(#9) again, the unit will cancel the

randomly random playback.

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•

•

CD PROGRAMMING

••

Up to 60 tacks can be programmed to be played in any required order from one CD
or all CDs in the CD changer.

1. Set in CD mode and press the STOP BUTTON (#8).

2. Press the MEM/CLK-ADJ BUTTON (#14)

3. Press the

DISC SKIP BUTTON

(#23) to select the desired disc.

4. Press SKIP DOWN BUTTON (#12) or SKIP UP BUTTON (#28) to select
the desired track.

5. Press the MEM/CLK-ADJ BUTTON (#14) again to store the track in memory.

6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 to enter additional program.

7. Press the

PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON

(#22) to start playback in order.

Press the STOP BUTTON (#8) to stop playback and press it twice to clear all
programmed track

TAPE OPERATION

GENERAL OPERATION

• Press POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) to turn on the JMC-1250.

• Press TAPE BUTTON (#26) to enter Tape Mode. The LCD DISPLAY (#2) will

show TAPE.

STOP / EJECT KEY Press to stop all deck operations. Press again to open the

cassette door.

FAST FORWARD KEY
& REWIND KEY direction. Press the stop / eject key when the cassette spools

PLAY KEY Press to start playing tape.

PAUSE KEY Press to stop the tape operation temporarily. Press again to

RECORD KEY Press together with play key to start tape recording.
(DECK 1 ONLY)

Press to start rapid tape winding in either forward or reverse

stop turning.

resume.

PLAYBACK

 Put in a cassette tape.
 Press the PLAY button to active playback
 Adjust the volume control to the desired level.
 Use the PAUSE button when you want to stop playback temporarily.
 Press the STOP / EJECT button when finished.

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CONTINUOUS PLAYBACK OF TWO CASSETTES

1.) Insert a pre-recorded tape into both cassette compartments with the tape you
want to play first in DECK 2.

2.) Press the Play button on DECK 2 to begin playback.

3.) Press the Pause button and then Play button of DECK 1.

4.) When the tape in DECK 2 ends, it stops and the Pause key of DECK 1 will
release automatically to begin playback on DECK 1.

NOTE: Continuous playback will not function if you play the tape in DECK 1 first.

RECORDING

This cassette recorder features an Automatic Recording Volume Level Control
System that prevents overloaded or distorted recordings. You can change the
volume level as often as you like during the recording process. It will not have any
effect on the volume level of the recording itself.
Insert a good quality blank tape into DECK 1 with the exposed tape facing down
and the full reel on the left side. Close DECK 1 door.

A. RECORDING FROM TAPE (DECK 2 TO DECK 1)

This unit enables you to duplicate a pre-recorded tape to another tape. It is
performed only one way from deck 2 (playback) to deck 1 (recording).

DUBBING AT NORMAL SPEED

 Press the TAPE BUTTON (#26) to enter Tape Mode.
 Inset a pre-recorded cassette into deck 2 and a blank cassette tape into deck 1.
 Press the “ PAUSE ” key and then press the “ RECORD ” and “ PLAY ” key at

deck A.

 Press the “ PLAY ” key to start playback at deck 2 and then release “ PAUSE ”

key at deck 1 to start dubbing.

 Press “ PAUSE ” key at deck 1 and “ STOP ” key at deck 2 when finish.

DUBBING AT HIGH SPEED

This unit is equipped with a high speed dubbing system that saves dubbing time by
2/3 when compare to normal speed.
 Push the FM MODE/

DUBBING SPEED SELECTOR

BUTTON #6) to “ HI ” position

and then follow the same procedures as covered in “dubbing at normal speed”.

 When dubbing a pre-recorded cassette tape at high speed, a chattering sound is

being heard. to avoid this, set the volume control to a minimum level.

 Do not push the FM MODE/

DUBBING SPEED SELECTOR

BUTTON #6) during
dubbing, this will vary the speed of recording and may be damage the cassette
tape.

B. RECORDING FROM THE RADIO

 Press the

TUNER/BAND BUTTON

(#25) to enter radio mode

 Tune to the desired station and insert a blank cassette tape in deck 1.
 Press the “RECORD” & “PLAY” button to start recording.
 Press the “PAUSE” keys and then the “STOP/EJECT” key when finish.

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C. RECORDING FROM CD

 Press the CD BUTTON (#10) to enter CD Mode.
 Insert a blank cassette tape in deck 1 which suitable for recording.
 Press the “PAUSE” button first and then “RECORD” & “PLAY” key at deck 1.

Recording function is now on STANDBY.

 Activate the CD player, and then press the “PAUSE” key at deck 1 to start

recording.

 To stop recording, press the “STOP” button on CD player first, then press the

“PAUSE” key and then the “STOP/EJECT” key at deck 1.

D. RECORDING FROM THE TURNTABLE

 Press the PHONO/BLUETOOTH/AUX BUTTON (#24) to enter Phone Mode.
 Place a record onto turntable and insert a blank cassette tape into deck 1.
 Press the “ PAUSE ” key and then press the “ RECORD ” and “ PLAY ” key at

deck 1.

 Place tone arm to start playback the record and then press “ PAUSE ” key at

deck 1 to start recording.

 Press “ PAUSE ” or “ STOP ” key at deck 1 when finish.

MORE FEATURES

A. SLEEP TIMER SETTING

1. Press and hold the SLEEP/TIMER BUTTON (#11) on main unit or the
“SLEEP” button on remote, to active and adjust the sleep timer in the order
of 90 > 80 >70….10 minutes automatically. Release the button at sleep
timer you want to select. The LCD display (#2) will show SLEEP.

2. System will stop and go to STANDBY mode automatically after the selected
timing.

3. To cancel the sleep mode, press SLEEP/TIMER BUTTON (#11) on main
unit or “SLEEP” on the remote once, “ SLEEP ” indicator on the display
disappears.

B. ON/OFF TIMER SETTING (BY REMOTE ONLY)

This function allows the system to turn on automatically and wake you up by
soft CD music or with the radio and shut itself off (standby mode) when time is
up.

1. In unit standby mode, press the MODE button on remote once, the LCD
display (#2) will show “ ON” and flash.

2. Press and hold MEM/CLOCK-ADJ button (#14) a few seconds, the hour
digits will flash. Press SKIP UP/ DOWN buttons (#28/12) to set the hour.

3. Press MEM/CLOCK-ADJ button (#14) to confirm. Minute digits will flash and
prompt for input.

4. Press the SKIP UP/ DOWN buttons (#28/12) to set the minute. Press
MEM/CLOCK-ADJ button (#14) to confirm.

5. Press “ MODE ” button on remote again to set the timer ending time. “
OFF” timer will appear and flash.

6. Follow above step 2-4 to set OFF timer.

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7. Press the “MODE” button on remote to confirm, “ ” icon flash and timer
source CD/PHONO/TUNER/TAPE appears on the display.

8. Press the MEM/CLOCK-ADJ button (#14) once, timer source flashing.

9. Press the SKIP UP/ DOWN buttons (#28/12) to set source to be controlled
by timer and then press the MEM/CLOCK-ADJ button (#14) to finish.

10. You can press the “ MODE ” button repeatedly to review the presets time in
order.

NOTE: 1. The timer setting will automatically cancel if no button is pressed in a

period of about 10 seconds.

2. If you set ON/OFF timer for PHONO or TAPE, please make sure
record or pre-recorded tape is installed and tone arm or cassette
PLAY key is set and ready to play.

 ACTIVE/DE-ACTIVE THE TIMER FUNCTION

1. To active the timer function, press the SLEEP/TIMER button (#11) on main
unit or “TIMER” button on remote once, the timer indicator is shown on
LCD DISPLAY (#2).

2. To cancel the timer function, press the SLEEP/TIMER button (#11) on main
unit or “TIMER” button on remote until the timer indicator “ ” disappear

C. PRESET EQ FUNCTION

This unit provides 5 differences sound modes to enhance your listening experience.
You can select the desired effect by pressing the PRE-SET EQ BUTTON (#21)
repeatedly to get the effect you want:-

FLAT JAZZ ROCK CLASSIC POP

X-BASS OPERATION

Press the X-BASS Button (#4) to enhance the bass effect of the music being
played. Press the X-BASS Button again to turn the effect off.

USING HEADPHONE

Headphones are not supplied with this Music system. You will require headphones
fitted with a 3.5 mm diameter stereo plug and an impedance of 32 ohms. Plug your
headphones into the HEADPHONE JACK (#19) on the front of the unit for private
listening. After plugging in the headphone, the speakers will be automatically
disconnected.

WARNING : ALWAYS LOWER THE VOLUME LEVEL BEFORE PUTTING ON

YOUR HEADPHONES. OTHERWISE YOUR HEARING COULD BE
DAMAGED.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

1. Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock, dust or extreme temperature.

2. Do not tamper the internal components of the unit.

3. Clean your unit with a dry cloth. Solvent or detergent should never be used.

4. Avoid leaving your unit in direct sunlight or in hot, humid or dusty places.

5. Keep your unit away from heating appliances and sources of electrical noise
such as fluorescent lamps or motors.

ABOUT CASSETTE TAPES

Whenever you record on a cassette any previously recorded material is erased as
the new material is recorded. To prevent you from accidentally erasing material
which you wish to save, blank cassettes are equipped with erase prevention tabs
for each side of the tape. If the erase prevention tab for side A is removed, you
cannot accidentally record on side A. The Record key cannot be depressed if the
erase prevention tab on the cassette has been removed.

To prevent accidental erasing on side A of a cassette use a small screw driver or
similar tool to break off the erase prevention tab for side A. This prevents the
record key form locking.

If later you do wish to record on side A of the cassette, cover the tab opening with
a piece of cellophane tape. This will allow the Record to function again.

CASSETTE CARE

Two common causes of trouble experienced when using cassettes are:

1) Tape Jamming – Leading to uneven speed in playback, and

2) Tape Tangling – Where the tape wraps itself around ital parts of the
mechanism.

To reduce the likelihood of these problems occurring, the following precautions
should be observed:

 Check that there are no loose layers of tape visible through the cassette center window

(see Fig. 1). Take up any loose layers, using a pencil or hexagonal barrelled ballpoint
pen, before inserting the cassette into the machine (see Fig.2)

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• If the cassette feels tight while performing operation shown (see Fig.2), the tape

••

may be jamming due to ridges formed in the winding of the tape (visible through
the center window). These may be removed, in most cases, by fast winding of
the cassette from one end to the other and back again.

 Use only well-known brands of tape. Avoid use of C-120 cassettes.

Furthermore, do not expose cassettes to direct sunlight, dust or oil, and do not
touch the tape surfaces.

HEAD CLEANING

The tape heads, pinch roller and capstan require periodic cleaning. This removes
particles of the metal oxide coating that wear off the tape and accumulate on these
parts and impair performance. Switch off the power, press the Stop/Eject key to
open the cassette door, and press the Play key. Clean the tape heads, pinch
roller and capstan with a soft cloth or cotton pad dampened in isopropyl alcohol or
special tape head cleaner.

1. Avoid operating your unit under direct sunlight

or in hot, humid or dusty places.

2. Keep your unit away from heating appliances

and sources of electrical noise such as
fluorescent lamps or motors.

3. For better Clock Display clarity, avoid operating

the unit under direct sunlight or in strong room
illumination.

4. Unplug the unit from the electrical power outlet immediately in case of

malfunction.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

respond (no
power)

AM band is too
noisy

Radio paused
about 1 second
when switch from
phonograph
mode to tuner
mode

Sound is distorted

CD Player does
not play.

CD skip while
playing

Unit gets warm
after extended
play at high
volume

The unit is disconnected from
the AC outlet

AC outlet is not functioning.

The reception at the set location
is poor.

This is normal.

Volume level is set to high. Decrease the volume.

Sound source is distorted.

CD Mode is not selected.

CD is not installed or installed
incorrectly.

Disc is dirty or scratched. Wipe with cloth or another disc.

This is normal

Reconnect to the AC outlet.
The unit does not
Plug another device into the
same outlet to confirm the outlet
is working.
Slightly rotate the unit for the best
reception.

Radio will resume normal function

in

1-2 seconds.

Try a different audio source such
as a music CD.

Slide the FUNCTION switch to
select CD mode.

Press the CD onto spindle, printed

side facing up.

Turn the unit off for a period of
time or lower volume.

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SPECIFICATION

Power Requirement

Main unit: AC120V~ 60Hz

Remote control 2 x 1.5V “AAA” (UM-4) size batteries (not
included)

Frequency Range

Radio Band FM 88 ~ 108 MHz

AM 520 ~ 1710 KHz

Power Consumption

Main Unit: 35Watts

SPECTRA GREEN NOTICE

At Spectra, environmental and social responsibility is a
core value of our business. We are dedicated to
continuous implementation of responsible initiatives
with an aim to conserve and maintain the environment
through responsible recycling.

Please visit us at http://www.spectraintl.com/green.htm for more information on
Spectra’s green initiatives or to find a recycler in your area.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Spectra Merchandising Intl, Inc.
is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective

owners.

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90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY AND SERVICE VALID IN THE U.S.A. ONLY

SPECTRA MERCHANDISING INTERNATIONAL, INC. warrants this unit to be free from
defective materials or
original customer purchase and provided the
warranty is not assignable or transferable. Our obligation under this

factory workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of

product is utilized within the U.S.A. This

warranty is the
repair or replacement of the defective unit or any part thereof, except batteries, when
it is

returned to the SPECTRA Service Department, accompanied by proof of the date of

original consumer purchase, such as a duplicate copy of a sales receipt.

You must pay all shipping charges required to ship the product to SPECTRA for warranty
service. If the product is repaired or replaced under warranty, the return charges will be at
SPECTRA’s expense. There are no other express warranties other than those stated
herein.
This warranty is valid only in accordance with the conditions set forth below:

1. The warranty applies to the SPECTRA product only while:

a. It remains in the possession of the original purchaser and proof of purchase is

demonstrated.

b. It has not been subjected to accident, misuse, abuse, improper service, usage

outside the descriptions and warnings covered within the user manual or non­SPECTRA approved modifications.

c. Claims are made within the warranty period.

2. This warranty does not cover damage or equipment failure caused by electrical wiring

not in compliance with
or failure to provide reasonable care and

electrical codes or SPECTRA user manual specifications,

necessary maintenance as outlined in the

user manual.

3.

Warranty of all SPECTRA products applies to residential use only and is void when products
are used in nonresidential environment or installed outside the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state. TO OBTAIN SERVICE please remove all batteries (if any) and
pack the unit carefully and send it freight prepaid to SPECTRA at the address shown below.
IF THE UNIT IS RETURNED WITHIN THE WARRANTY PERIOD

shown above, please
include a proof of purchase (dated cash register receipt) so that we may establish your
eligibility for warranty service and repair of the unit without cost. Also include a note with a
description explaining

how the unit is defective. A customer service representative may
need to contact you regarding the status of your repair, so please include your name,
address, phone number and email address to expedite the process.

IF THE UNIT IS OUTSIDE THE WARRANTY PERIOD, please include a check for $120.00
to cover the cost of repair, handling and return postage. All out of warranty returns must be
sent prepaid.

It is recommended that you contact SPECTRA first at 1-800-777-5331 or by email at
[email protected] for updated information on the unit requiring service. In some
cases the model you have may be discontinued, and SPECTRA reserves the right to offer
alternative options for repair or replacement.

SPECTRA MERCHANDISING INTERNATIONAL, INC.
4230 North Normandy Avenue,
Chicago, IL60634, USA. 1-800-777-5331

To register your product, visit the link on the website below to enter your information.
http://www.spectraintl.com/wform.htm

0514 Printed in China

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