Lenoxx Electronics CD-87 User Manual

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45 SECOND ESP PLUS

ELECTRONIC SHOCK PROTECTION

PROGRAMMABLE COMP ACT DISC PLA YER

MODEL CD-87

OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS

PLA YS ALL MUSIC COMPACT DISCS

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BASS BOOST SYSTEM

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6 DIGIT LCD VISUAL DISPLAY

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TRACK REPEA T & DISC REPEA T

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45 SECOND ESP (ELECTRONIC SHOCK PROTECTION) PLUS

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DELUXE STEREO HEADPHONES INCLUDED

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AC ADAPTOR INCLUDED

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USES 2 SIZE “AA” BA TTERIES (NOT INCLUDED)

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AUX OUT JACK - CONNECTS TO YOUR STEREO SYSTEM

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE

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SYSTEM

INTRODUCTION

Your new Lenoxx Sound model CD-87 portable compact disc player, uses the latest
technology to give you crisp clean sound from all your compact discs.
Please read these operating instructions completely to take advantage of all the features
of this set.

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ACCESSORIES INCLUDED

AC ADAPTOR STEREO HEADPHONES

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS

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1. CD DOOR OPEN BUTTON (slide to open)

2. CD DOOR

3. ESP (electronic shock protection) BUTTON

4. STOP AND POWER OFF BUTTON

5. BACKWARD SKIP/SEARCH BUTTON ( )

6. REPEAT/RANDOM BUTTON

7. LCD DISPLAY

8. PROGRAM BUTTON

9. FORWARD SKIP/SEARCH BUTTON ( )

10. PLA Y/P AUSE BUTTON
1 1. AC ADAPTOR JACK

12. AUX OUT JACK (for home stereo connection)

13. VOLUME CONTROL

14. PHONES JACK (headphones jack)

15. BATTERY DOOR

16. BASS BOOST SWITCH

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POWER SOURCES

1.Using with Batteries

Insert two size “AA” alkaline batteries
according to the + and - markings in
the BATTERY COMPARTMENT.

TIPS ON BATTERY USE

Reversing polarities will damage the batteries and possibly your set. Be sure to

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follow polarity ( + and - ) as indicated.
Do not mix different types together (Alkaline, Carbon-Zinc, Nickel-Cadmium etc.),

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or old batteries with new ones.
When not in use for an extended period of time, or while internal batteries will not

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be used, remove them to prevent possible acid leakage or corrosion resulting in
damage to your player.

When the batteries have become discharged, they must be disposed of in a safe

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manner that complies with all applicable laws.
Installation of batteries should only be done by an adult (for safety).

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ALKALINE BATTERY LIFE

Bear in mind that battery life expectancy is based upon volume and bass listening
levels.
Maximum battery power consumption happens at maximum settings. Typical life
for 2 size “AA” alkaline batteries is above 8 hours of continuous use.

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WHEN

If the alkaline batteries are weak and discharged, this symbol “
flashes in the display, then the power automatically turns off. If this occurs, replace

the alkaline batteries (also if display does not show anything, the batteries are
dead).

NOTE: You may use rechargeable batteries on this set. However, because

SHOWS OR FLASHES IN THE DISPLAY

” shows or

rechargeable batteries generally have lower voltage (1.2 volts instead of

1.5 volts). Your playing time will be much less than normal fresh alkaline
batteries.

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2.Using AC Power

Your player may be powered from any household 120V AC outlet, using the AC
ADAPTOR included. Insert the ADAPTOR’s small connector plug into the DC 4.5V
jack marked on player (on the right side of the set), and plug the
ADAPTOR into an AC outlet.

NOTE: If the AC ADAPTOR is connected, and regular batteries are installed, the

player automatically switches to the AC ADAPTOR power and the batteries
are not used.

CAUTION:

To prevent electric shock, do not use this AC ADAPTOR with an extension cord or
outlet, unless it can be fully inserted without exposing any part of the blades. Do
not use any other AC adaptor to power this set or you may damage your set.

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CONNECTING TO HOME STEREO SYSTEMS

The AUX OUT jack is made to accept a stereo mini plug (3.5mm). Simply connect the
cable’s mini plug to the AUX OUT jack on your player, and the other appropriate end
usually RCA JACKS to the CD/AUX INPUTS of your home stereo.

YOUR CD PLAYER

YOUR STEREO

OPTIONAL CABLE (3.5mm)

TO RCA JACKS

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SYSTEM

TO AUX IN JACKSTO AUX OUT JACK

CD PLAYING

1 Load the Disc.

Push
here

Disc

Label side up Slide right to open

2 Connect the Headphones.

To PHONES jack

3 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.

PLAY/PAUSE
button

Stereo headphones

TOTAL TRACKS TOTAL PLA YING

TIME ON THE CD

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TRACK NUMBER

CURRENTLY

PLAYING

VOLUME CONTROL

NOTE: The ESP PLUS

button is pressed. Press the ESP button If you need not ESP function.

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function will turn on automatically when the PLAY/PAUSE

4 Adjust the Volume.

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ELAPSED PLAYING
TIME OF THE
CURRENT TRACK

Other Operations

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Operation

To pause play

To release pause
and resume play

To stop

To turn off the power

To skip to the next track(s)

To skip to the previous track(s)

To go ahead at high speed
(search)

Press

Display window shows

PLAY/PAUSE
button

TRACK NUMBER

CURRENTLY PLAYING

PLAYING TIME
FLASHES

PLAY/PAUSE
button

TRACK NUMBER

CURRENTLY PLAYING

PLAYING TIME
ADVANCES

STOP button

TOTAL TRACKS TOTAL PLAYING TIME

STOP button once and wait 30 seconds, or press
STOP button twice

once (or repeatedly)

once (or repeatedly)

Keep depressed and release when the
desired music section of the disc is found.

To go back at high speed
(search)

Keep depressed and release when the
desired music section of the disc is found.

BASS BOOST switch

This switch enhances the low frequency (bass)
sounds at low listening levels. Switch this ON or
OFF to suit your taste.

BASS BOOST switch

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REPEAT, INTRO AND RANDOM PLAY

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INTRO

SHUFF

You may have repeat, intro or random play using the REPEAT/RANDOM button. Press
the REPEAT/RANDOM button several times, and the display will show the followings in
turn:

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1

-->

ALL

--> INTRO --> SHUFF (RANDOM) --> NORMAL PLAY

Single Track Repeat

Plays one song over and over till you press STOP.
During play, select the song you want to repeat with

either of the SKIP/SEARCH buttons ( or ), then
press the REPEAT/RANDOM button once, the symbol

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appears in the display.

The song currently playing will repeat over and over,
until you press STOP.

All Tracks Repeat

Repeats all songs in order, till you press STOP.
During play, press the REPEAT/RANDOM button twice,

the symbol
All songs will keep playing in sequence 1, 2, 3, etc. and

when finished, will start all over again until you press the
STOP button.

ALL

will show in the display.

Intro Play

This plays the first 10 seconds of songs in sequential
order.

1. During play, press the REPEAT/RANDOM button
three times, the word

2. Press the PLAY button, the word
flashing and the first 10 seconds of each song on the
CD will play in sequential order.

3. When you find a song you like, press the PLAY button,
normal play will be resumed, that song (and the
following songs) will play NORMALLY.

INTRO

will flash in the display.

INTRO

will stop

REPEAT
RANDOM

03

REPEAT
RANDOM

03

REPEAT
RANDOM

02

X 1

00:08

X 2

ALL

00:08

X 3

00:32

Random Play

This plays the songs on the disc in a random order.

1. During play , press REPEAT/RANDOM button four times
the word

2. Press the PLAY button, this will play all of the songs
in random order selected by the CD player. The word

SHUFF

3. Press the SKIP/SEARCH button to skip to the
next random song.

SHUFF

will flash.

will stop flashing.

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REPEAT
RANDOM

02

X 4

00:32

PROGRAM PLAY

The tracks (songs) on the disc can be programmed (arranged in advance) to play in
any order you prefer (up to 20 tracks can be programmed).

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Programming Example:

Program Number
Track Number (song number)

During programming, the word
in your preferred order, follow steps below:

1.During play, press the PROGRAM

button.

The word

2.Press the SKIP/SEARCH button ( or

) to select track number 3 (example).

PROG

the display.

PROGRAM

PROG

will flash in the display.

PROG

Program number

and track number “03” will flash in

SKIP/SEARCH

PROG

Track number

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

3

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PROG

flashes in the display. To program songs to play

etc.

8 1 2 4 1 1

3. Press the PROGRAM button. Track 3 is
now programmed.

Program #2 will now show in the
display, ready for your next selection of
track.

4.Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program other
tracks till you finish (up to 20 selections).

5.After programming is finished, press
PLAY to begin programmed play.

PROG

the display, and music begins to play in
the order you programmed.

NOTE:

- The player will stop automatically after

all programmed tracks have been
played.

- To quit programmed play, press STOP

button once. Then you may press PLAY
button to re-start normal play.

Your programming will be lost:

When the alkaline batteries are

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exhausted or removed, or the AC
ADAPTOR is disconnected.
When the power is shut off.

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PROG

changes to be steady on in

etc.

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45 SECOND ESP PLUSTM SYSTEM

INTRO

SHUFF

PROG

PROG

PROG

This set is designed with 45 second ESP (Electronic Shock Protection) PLUSTM - which
allows virtually unlimited gentle skip protection, and 45 second normal shock protection.

The ESP PLUSTM function prevents the sound from skipping by using a buffer memory
that stores music data. The new ESP PLUSTM system can store more music than
normal anti-skip systems.

This new design allows gentle swaying of the set without music skipping as in walking.
This set will not work during jogging.

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The ESP PLUS
PAUSE button is pressed. Press the ESP+ button to turn off the

ESP PLUSTM if you need not ESP PLUS

When the ESP PLUS
the sound will be interrupted for a few seconds. This is normal.

When the PLAY/PAUSE button is pressed during play, the “ ”
(memory buffer) indicator will appear in the display, the digital
data equivalent to approximately 45 seconds of music is stored
in the “read-ahead” memory buffer before it is decoded and
played.

The “ ” mark changes to the “ ” mark, indicating that the
memory buffer is full.

When the set is subject to a shock or a bump during play, the

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data stored in memory continues to be decoded and played.
This gives the pickup time to stabilize and continue reading
new music. As the data is used from memory, the indicator
changes from “ ” to “ ”. Once the pickup returns to its
original position, new data is stored in memory and the display
changes back to the “ ” mark.
If the set is subject to repeated shocks and all the data stored

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in memory is used up, the “ ” mark is displayed and the
sound will skip or stop for a brief period until the memory buffer
has time to fill up again.
To turn off the 45 second ESP PLUSTM function, press the ESP

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button.
Keep the digital ESP PLUS

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a stable, no vibration area, where it will not receive shocks.
The batteries will last longer when the ESP function is off.

NOTE:

- The music may stop if the player receives continuous shocking.

- You may hear noise or skipping if the CD is dirty or scratched.

- If during ESP play , you press PLAY/PAUSE, or SEARCH buttons,
the memory buffer will empty itself temporarily.

function will turn on automatically when the PLAY/

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function.

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function is switched ON or OFF during play,

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function off when using the set in

ESP

00:08

02

EMPTY MEMORY

00:53

02

FULL MEMORY

02:25

02

SOME MEMORY USED

00:32

03

ALL MEMORY USED UP

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MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the lens

A dirty lens will cause sound skipping. If
the lens is very dirty, the player may not
work. We suggest using a special cleaning
disk (not included) available in most music
and Hi-Fi stores. However, if you do not
have one, you may use a cotton swab
very slightly dampened with alcohol to
clean the lens.

Cleaning the cabinet

Wipe with a soft cloth. If the cabinet is
very dirty, dampen (not dripping wet) the
cloth with a weak solution of soapy water,
and then wipe clean.

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Handling Compact Discs

Dirty, scratched or warped discs may

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cause skipping or noise.
Handle the disc only by the edges. To

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keep clean, do not touch its surface.

Discs should be stored in their cases

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after use to avoid scratches.
Do not expose discs to direct sunlight,

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high humidity, high temperatures, or
dust, etc. Prolonged exposure to
extreme temperatures can warp the disc
(such as leaving the discs in your car
during summertime).
Do not stick or write anything on either

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side of disc. Sharp writing instruments, or
the inks used in some felt-tip pens, may
damage its surface.

Cleaning the Discs

Fingerprints should be carefully wiped

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from the surface of disc with a soft cloth.
Unlike conventional records, compact
discs have no grooves to collect dust
and microscopic dirt, so gently wiping
them with a soft cloth should remove
most particles. Wipe in a straight
motion from the center to the edge.

Never use thinner, benzine, record

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cleaner or antistatic spray on a compact
disc. Such chemicals can damage its
plastic surface.

To remove the Disc

Open the CD DOOR by sliding the DOOR
OPEN button, hold the disc by the edge

while slightly pressing on the center
spindle as illustrated, then lift it from the
edge to release and remove.

NOTE

Always press the STOP button and wait
for the disc to stop rotating before sliding
the DOOR OPEN button to remove the
disc.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Do not take the set apart. The laser beam used in the set may harm your eyes. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel only.
Do not insert pins or coins, clips, or any objects inside the set.
This set is equipped with a safety device which automatically turns the laser beam off
when the CD DOOR is opened.
Do not drop the set or subject it to strong shocks. Doing so could result in damage.
Do not place the set in locations where the temperature is high, or in humid or dusty
locations, or locations with long heavy vibrations, or tilted surfaces.
The set’s cabinet may warp or the set may be damaged if it is placed in direct sunlight,
near heaters (where the temperature is 1400F/600C or higher) or in cars with the
windows closed. In the summer, the temperature may get as high as 2120F/1000C or
more.
Use the set within a temperature range of 410F/50C to 950F/350C.
Use ONLY the AC ADAPTOR provided, others may damage your set. Disconnect the
ADAPTOR from the wall outlet when the set is not to be used for an extended period
of time (3 days or more).
When cleaning your set, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use solvents or commercially
available cleaners, as they may damage or discolor the finish.
Do not wear headphones while operating a motor vehicle. This could create a traffic
hazard and is illegal in many areas. Do not use this set when bicycling or running.
The headphones supplied with your set provide superb stereo listening while allowing
you to hear some outside sounds when listening at normally low volume levels. Listening
at extremely high volume levels minimizes the intrusion of outside noise/sounds. In the
interest of safety, it is strongly advised against the use while engaging in activities
where the exclusion of external sounds (whistles, horns, sirens, traffic, etc.) could be
hazardous. Also loud volume can hurt your ears. If you notice that the sound has
become weak or distorted or if tracks do not change, this is an indication that your
batteries are weak. Replace both batteries at the same time (see Using with Batteries).
Your CD-87 is identified by a serial number located in the BATTERY COMPARTMENT.
Record this number in the space provided below.

Model CD-87 Serial No. Date Purchased:
This manual contains detailed information on its safety and use. Please read it carefully

so that you may take full advantage of its many features, and ensure a safe reliable
operation. Keep this manual for future reference.

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CONDENSATION

If cold water is poured into a glass, water droplets form on the outside of the glass.
This is called condensation. Condensation may occur on internal operating parts of the
lens.
Condensation occurs:
When the set is brought from the cold outdoors into a warm room, or if it is in a cold
room to a room which is heated, or in the summer, if the set is moved from an air­conditioned room or car to a hot or humid location.
Should condensation occur, the set may not operate properly. Open the CD DOOR
and wait for about 20 minutes (to allow the internal parts to adjust to the surrounding
temperature) before using the set.

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IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT BY THE FCC

Since the CD circuitry may cause interference to other radios nearby, switch this
set off when not in use or move it away from the affected radios.
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 undesirable operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the 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 used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that 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 the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

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which the receiver is connected.

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

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SAFETY CERTIFICATION

This Compact Disc Player is made and tested to meet safety standards of the FCC
requirements and comply with safety performance of the U.S. Department of Health
and Human Services, and also with FDA Radiation Performance Standards 21 CFR
Subchapter J.

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

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Unauthorized recording of copyrighted material may violate laws. Do not copy songs

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without permission of the copyright holder.

LASER SAFETY

THIS SET EMPLOYS AN OPTICAL LASER BEAM SYSTEM IN THE CD MECHANISM,
DESIGNED WITH BUILT-IN SAFEGUARDS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE.
EXPOSURE TO THIS INVISIBLE LASER LIGHT BEAM MAY BE HARMFUL TO HUMAN
EYES. THIS IS A CLASS-1 LASER PRODUCT. USE OF ADJUSTMENTS OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN, MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS LASER LIGHT BEAM
EXPOSURE. THIS COMPACT DISC PLAYER SHOULD NOT BE ADJUSTED OR
REPAIRED BY ANYONE EXCEPT QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THE LASER
MECHANISM IN THE SET CORRESPONDS TO THE STYLUS (NEEDLE) OF A RECORD
PLAYER. ALTHOUGH THIS PRODUCT USES A LASER PICK-UP LENS, IT IS
COMPLETELY SAFE WHEN OPERATED ACCORDING TO DIRECTIONS.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

Symptoms

Tracks do not
change or set
does not play
normally.

CD Player will not
turn on.

Disc will not play.

No sound from
headphones.

VOLUME control
has no function.

Sound is skipping
or sound stops.

Causes

Batteries are weak (they
may test OK on tester but
they are weak for CD
operation).

Dead or weak batteries.
AC ADAPTOR not

connected properly.
Disc inserted incorrectly.

Defective compact disc.
CD DOOR not closed.
Moisture has formed

inside the CD deck.
Headphone plug not

inserted properly.
VOLUME control set to

minimum.
Weak batteries.

Defective compact disc.

Headphones plugged into
AUX OUT jack.

The compact disc or
lens is dirty or CD is
scratched.

Strong vibrations.

Music is too loud.

Replace both batteries with fresh
alkaline batteries. Battery life with fresh
batteries is above 8 hours (rechargeable
batteries have 1/2 of that life).

Replace both batteries with fresh ones.
Check AC ADAPTOR connection at

AC outlet and the right side of set.
Re-insert disc with label side facing up.

Try another compact disc.
Close the door securely.
Take out the CD and leave the CD

DOOR open for about 20 minutes to
dry the moisture condensation.
Re-insert headphone plug into
PHONES jack (not AUX OUT).

Increase the volume.

Replace with fresh batteries or use AC
ADAPTOR.

Try another compact disc.
Plug headphones into PHONES jack.

(NOT THE AUX OUT JACK)

Clean or replace the compact disc or
clean the lens.

Press the ESP button to start the ESP
PLUSTM function, or place the player
on a stable level.

Lower the VOLUME control.

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Solutions

Sound is distorted.

Buttons do not
work.

BASS BOOST is ON. Slide BASS BOOST switch to OFF.
Weak batteries.

Electronic or static error
caused circuitry to lock.

Replace both batteries or use AC
ADAPTOR.

Remove batteries and ADAPTOR.
Wait 15 seconds and re-insert. Make
sure batteries are fresh or ADAPTOR
has power.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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CD Player Section

Frequency response ..............................

Wow and flutter ......................................

Sampling frequency ................................

D/A converter .........................................

Error correction method ..........................

Pickup ...................................................

Laser diode material GaAIAs
Laser output less than 44.6µw

20Hz-20kHz
Below measurable limits

44.1kHz
1-bit
CIRC
Optical 3-beam semiconductor laser

(780 nm wavelength)

General

Maximum output (stereo headphones) .....

Power Supply

AC adaptor ...........................................

DC .......................................................

Set Dimensions (approximate)

Width ...............................................

Depth ..............................................

Height ..............................................

Weight (approximate) ...........................

Because the products are subject to continuous improvement, Lenoxx reserves the
right to modify product designs and specifications without notice and without incurring any

obligation.

20mW + 20mW

120V/60Hz
3V: Using 2 size “AA” batteries

5 1/4"
5 3/4"
1"

9.5oz. (270g) (set only)

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LIMITED WARRANTY

We warrant this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use for a period of 90 days after purchase and we will repair it free of charge or
replace it at no charge, should it become defective under this warranty, providing you
submit proof of purchase (sales slip) with the set.
During the initial 90 day period after original purchase, we will service or exchange, at no
charge, the set that is returned to LENOXX ELECTRONICS CORP. After the initial 90 day
period expires, and for a period of 12 months from original purchase, we will repair the unit
covering any part(s) that need to be replaced at no charge, but will charge for the cost of
labor, return postage paid by Lenoxx.
This warranty does not apply to any products which have been subject to misuse,
neglect or accident. This warranty does not cover broken headphones or cabinet.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL LENOXX ELECTRONICS CORP. BE LIABLE FOR
ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations
or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state. The following charges apply to repairs beyond the
warranty period: $25.00. Be sure to pack carefully and return postage paid insured
together with your money order (personal checks will not be accepted) and sales receipt to:
LENOXX ELECTRONICS CORP. 2 GERMAK DRIVE, CARTERET N.J. 07008

For customer service Dial 1-800-315-5885

(MONDAY - THURSDA Y 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, FRIDA Y 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST)

© 2001 LENOXX ELECTRONICS CORP .

2 GERMAK DRIVE

CARTERET, N.J. 07008

http://www.lenoxx.com

MADE & PRINTED IN CHINA

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