LG MCD23-A0U User guide

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MEC_MCD23_ENG_MFL42270411

MODEL : MCD23 (MCD23-A0U, MCS23F)

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert 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 equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a book case or
similar unit.

CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the product and to protect it from over heating. The openings should be
never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instruction has been
adhered to.

CAUTION:

This product employs a Laser System.
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and
retain it for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized
service center. Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible
laser radiation when open. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

CAUTION: The apparatus should not be exposed to water (dripping or splashing) and
no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit;

That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional
outlets or branch circuits. Check the specification page of this owner's manual to be
certain.
Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets,
extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are
dangerous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire. Periodically
examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or
deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced
with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer.
Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted,
kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs,
wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits the appliance.
To disconnect power from the mains, pull out the mains cord plug. When installing the
product, ensure that the plug is easily accessible.

Safety Precaution

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

POWER: This unit operates on a mains supply of 200-240V, 50/60Hz.
WIRING: This unit is supplied with a BSI 1363 approved 13 amp mains plug, fused at 5 amp. When

replacing the fuse always use a 5 amp BS 1362, BSI or ASTA approved type. Never use this plug with the
fuse cover omitted. To obtain a replacement fuse cover contact your dealer. If the type of plug supplied is
not suitable for the mains sockets in your home, then the plug should be removed and a suitable type fitted.
Please refer to the wiring instructions below:

WARNING: Amains plug removed from the mains lead of this unit must be destroyed. A mains plug with
bared wires is hazardous if inserted in a mains socket.

Do not connect either wire to the earth pin, marked with the letter E or with the earth symbol or
coloured green or green and yellow.

If any other plug is fitted, use a 5 amp fuse, either in the plug, or at the distribution board.

IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following codes:

- BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE - As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this unit may not

correspond with the coloured marking identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire
which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured
black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the let­ter L or coloured red.

FOR NIGERIA

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There is so much your Hi-Fi system can do

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read this instruction booklet carefully
and completely.

Contents

About Player 4
About Remote control 5
Setting up 6
Listening to CDs 7
Listening to music from your portable player 7
Listening to the radio 8
Listen to cassette tapes 8
Playing music using USB 9
USB direct Recording 9
Tape Recording 10
Setting the Clock 10
Use your player as an alarm clock 10
Fall asleep while listening to your player 10
VSM (Virtual Sound Matrix) 10
Troubleshooting 11
Specifications 11

The making of unauthorized copies of copy-protected material,
including computer programs, files, broadcasts and sound
recordings, may be an infringement of copyrights and constitute
a criminal offence. This equipment should not be used for such
purposes.

Be responsible

Respect copyrights

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About Player

TIMER

With the TIMER function you can turn CD play
and radio reception on or off at a desired time.

CLOCK

For setting the clock and checking the time.

Turn on or off

TUNER

You can select the TUNER (FM or AM) function.

SET (RDS - OPTIONAL)

Confirms the time you have selected when setting
the clock.

EQ

You can choose sound impressions.

eXtreme Dynamic Sound System

Reinforce the treble, bass and surround sound
effect. XDSS ON will show in the display. Press
again for NORMAL.

OPTIMIZER

Optimizes compressible MP3 files so that it
improves the bass sound.
(XDSS ON

→

MP3 - OPT ON → NORMAL)

PORTABLE

You can select the PORTABLE function.

PORT.IN

The player can be used to play the music from
many types of portable player.

USB connector

Connect a remote USB compatible player here.

PHONES (Headphone jack)

Connect a headphone plug ( 3,5 mm) into the jack
to listen to the sound through headphones.

DISC TRAY

VOLUME

Control the volume when using any function.

DISPLAY WINDOW

CD

You can select the CD function.

USB Rec.

Record FM, AM, CD, TAPE or

PORTABLE source to USB.

ZZ

OPEN/CLOSE

You can use it when inserting or removing CDs.

Stops playback or recording

Choose a desired CD

USB

You can select the USB function.

DEMO

Press DEMO in power off state to demonstrate

the function on display window.

Press again to cancel.

Select the radio station

Search for a section within a track

Play Fast backward or Forward

Use when playing a cassette tape

TAPE

You can select the TAPE function.

Starts playback

MO./ST.

This will change the tuner from stereo to mono

and usually improve the reception.