Memorex MX4137 User Manual

MX4137

User’s Guide

Guía del Usario

Home Audio System with CD Player

and AM/FM Stereo Radio

Estéreo Modular con Reproductor de

CD y Radio AM/FM Estéreo

Before operating this product, please read these instructions completely.

Antes de operar este producto, sírvase leer este instructivo en su totalidad.

Dear Customer,

Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the unit to become more familiar with it and obtain the

erformance that will bring you continued enjoyment for many years. Keep these instructions handy for future

p reference.

PLEASE KEEP ALL PACKAGING MATERIAL FOR AT LEAST 90 DAYS IN CASE YOU NEED TO RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR PLACE OF PURCHASE OR MEMOREX.

For future reference, record the serial number of the unit printed on the rear of the cabinet.

Serial Number _______________________________________

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

ISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

located at the bottom enclosure of the unit.)

FCC WARNING:

This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modiﬁcations to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modiﬁcations are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modiﬁcation is made.

LASER SAFETY: This unit employs a laser. Only qualified service personnel should attempt to service this device due to possible eye injury.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE PROCEDURE HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

(This Caution Marking is

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE

The 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.

ATTENTION

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 appliance.

DANGER

Invisible and hazardous laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

INFORMATION:

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.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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

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

SURGE PROTECTORS:

It is recommended to use a surge protector for AC connection. Lightning and power surges ARE NOT covered under warranty for this product.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

ATTENTION:

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISES ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

Dear Customer:

EST. 1924

EIA

LISTENING

For A Lifetime

Want You

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion-and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can 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 a safe level:

• Start your volume control at a low setting.

• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

• Set the dial and leave it there.

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries

Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged

exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.

Decibel

Level

Example

30 Quiet library, soft whispers 40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic 50

Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet of

fice 60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine 70 80 A

Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant

verage city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet

THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE:

90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower

100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill 120

Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap 140 Gunshot blast, jet engine 180 Rocket launching pad

Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.

NTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (

NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (

NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING E

LECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC S

ERVICE

EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMP

S2898A

IMPORTANT SERVICE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

efore using the unit, be sure to read all operating instructions

B carefully. Please note that these are general precautions and may not

ertain to your unit. For example, this unit may not have the capability

o be connected to an outdoor antenna.

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS

ll the safety and operating instructions should be read before the

roduct is operated.

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS

he safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

. HEED WARNINGS

All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be

dhered to.

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS

ll operating and use instructions should be followed.

. CLEANING

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use

iquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

. ATTACHMENTS

Do not use attachments not recommended by the product's

anufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. WATER AND MOISTURE

o not use this product near water–for example: near a bathtub,

D washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool.

8. ACCESSORIES

o not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or

D table. The product may fall, causing serious injury and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

8A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved

with care. Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

9. VENTILATION

Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. 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 instructions have been adhered to.

10. 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 appliance dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

This product is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

POWER-CORD PROTECTION

12.

Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

13. LIGHTNING

To protect your product from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall

14. POWER LINES

outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

5. OVERLOADING

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a

isk of fire or electric shock.

6. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they

ay touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in

ire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid on the product.

17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING

f an outside antenna is connected to the product, be sure the antenna

ystem is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage

s surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electric

ode, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper

C grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-

n wire to an antenna discharge product, size of grounding conductors,

ocation of antenna discharge product, connection to grounding

l electrodes and requirements for grounding electrodes.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

18. SERVICING

Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. REPLACEMENT PARTS

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

20. SAFETY CHECK

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

21. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING

The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

22. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

Unplug the 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.

If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

c. 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 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 the cabinet has been damaged.

When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance–this

indicates a need for service.

23. HEAT

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER

24.

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

PREPARATION FOR USE

AC Plug

AC Outlet

SPEAKER CONNECTION

. Place the speakers in convenient locations on either side of the unit.

Usually a distance of ﬁve to eight feet between speakers provides the best stereo effect, but this may vary depending on the size and acoustics of the room.

2. Locate the Speaker Jacks on the rear of the unit and connect the dashed black wires to the red (+) terminals and connect the solid black wires to the black (–) terminals.

3. To connect the speakers, press the terminal down, insert the speaker wire and press the terminal back to the lock position.

4. Pull lightly on the connection (as shown) to make sure it is secure.

CAUTION: Only connect the speakers which are supplied with the unit. The use of any other or additional speakers may cause damage to the unit. Never operate the unit without the speakers connected.

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REMOTE BATTERY INSTALLATION

Remove the Battery Compartment (on the bottom rear of the remote control) by pressing in on the tab and then sliding the compartment out.

2. Install a CR2025 battery, paying attention to the polarity diagram in the Battery Compartment (positive side up).

Replace the Battery Compartment.

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

Follow these precautions when using a battery in this device:

1. Use only the size and type of battery speciﬁed.

2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the battery as indicated in the Battery Compartment. A reversed battery may cause damage to the device.

3. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the battery to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.

4. Do not try to recharge a battery not intended to be recharged; it can overheat and rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s directions.)

AC CONNECTION

Unwind the AC cord and extend it to its full length. Insert the AC plug into any convenient 120V 60Hz household outlet. Please note that this unit is equipped with a polarized AC plug which has one blade wider than the other. This is a safety feature to reduce the likelihood of electric shock. This polarized AC plug will only fit in a polarized AC outlet. If you find that you cannot insert this plug into your outlet, you may have an obsolete non-polarized outlet. Please do not try to defeat this safety feature by using a non-polarized adapter or by filing the wider blade to make it fit into your outlet. If this plug does not fit into your outlet, you should contact a qualified licensed electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.

PREPARATION FOR USE (CONTINUED)

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Before moving or lifting the unit, make sure the AC plug is disconnected from the power source. Do not move or lift the unit during playing/loading of a CD as this may cause malfunction to the CD

• mechanism.

• If there is a power failure or the AC cord is disconnected for a short period of time, the clock will stop but the time will be kept. When the power is resumed or the AC cord is connected again, the clock time will continue running. However, if the power failure lasts or the AC cord is disconnected for several minutes, the clock will be reset ("12:00" will appear in the display) and you will need to set the clock again.

CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL UNIT

TO LINE IN Jacks

EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCE

You can connect an external unit to this unit, such as a cassette player, etc. Simply connect an audio cable (not included) from the LINE IN jacks on this unit to the external unit's AUX OUT jacks. This will allow you to broadcast the external unit's sound through this unit’s speakers. Make sure both units are turned on and press the LINE IN button; "LINE IN" will appear in the display.

NOTES:

Connecting the unit to an external audio source will allow you to broadcast the external unit’s sound

• through this unit’s speakers.

• When connecting the external unit, refer to the owner’s manual of the external unit, as well as this manual. When connecting the external unit, make sure the power is off and both units are unplugged before

• making any connections.

REMOTE SENSOR

To operate the unit with the remote control, point the remote at the Remote Sensor on the front of the main unit and press the appropriate button. The remote control has an effective operating range of approximately 15 feet and an angle of no more than 30°. NOTE: Bright sunlight may interfere with the operation of the remote control.

FRONT

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

1. POWER Button

2. STOP/BAND (■) Button

3. Tune/Skip/Search n Button

4. Tune/Skip/Search o Button

5. RANDOM/MEM-DOWN Button

6. TIMER/SLEEP Button

7. AC Cord (Rear of Unit)

8. Speaker Jacks (Rear of Unit)

9. LINE IN Jacks (Rear of Unit)

10. FM Wire Antenna (Rear of Unit)

11. CD Function Button

12. TUNER Function Button

13. Headphones Jack

14. CD OPEN Button

15. Remote Sensor

16. Display

17. PLAY/PAUSE (®p) Button

18. MEM/CLOCK ADJ (Memory/Clock/ Timer Adjust) Button

19. REPEAT/MEM-UP Button

20. EQ (Equalizer) Button

21. LINE IN Button

22. VOLUME + Button CD Compartment

23. VOLUME - Button

24.

REMOTE

LOCATION OF CONTROLS (CONTINUED)

1. FUNCTION Button

2. DISPLAY Button

3. TIMER Button

4. Number (0-9) Buttons

5. OVER Button

6. Tune/Skip/Search

7. Tune/Skip/Search n Button

8. REPEAT/MEM-UP Button

9. RANDOM/MEM-DOWN Button

10. Battery Compartment (Rear of Unit)

11. POWER Button

o Button

12. SLEEP Button

13. MUTE Button

14. VOLUME Buttons

15. EQ (Equalizer) Button

16. X-BASS Button

17. ST (Stereo)/MO (Mono) Button

18. PLAY/PAUSE (

19. STOP/BAND (■) Button

20. MEM/CLOCK ADJ (Memory/Clock/ Timer Adjust) Button

21. INTRO Button

®p) Button

SETTING THE CLOCK

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

With the power off, press and hold the MEM/CLOCK ADJ button; “12 H” or “24H” will blink.

Press the Tune/Skip/Search o 1 or n 2 button to set the unit to the 24 hour (24 H) mode (also known

as military time) or 12 hour (12 H) mode.

Press the MEM/CLOCK ADJ button and the hours will blink.

Press the Tune/Skip/Search o 1 or n 2 button to set the current hour. (If you selected 12H mode, be sure to

observe the AM or PM indicators to make sure you have set the hour correctly.) Press the MEM/CLOCK ADJ button will blink.

3 again; the minute digits

Press the Tune/Skip/Search o 1 or n 2 button to set the current minute. Press the MEM/CLOCK

ADJ button ❸ and the time will be set.

X-BASS

With the power on, press the X-BASS button on the remote to enhance the overall bass sound; “X-BASS” will appear in the display. Press again for normal bass; “X-BASS” will disappear. NOTE: If the EQ is set to the CLASSIC, ROCK, POP, JAZZ mode when you press the X-BASS button, the EQ function will be turned off. Press the X-BASS button again to enhance the overall bass sound.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)

DISPLAY BUTTON

EQ (EQUALIZER)

WHILE IN THE RADIO OR CD STOP MODE:

Press the DISPLAY button on the remote once to show the clock on the display. Press a second time to show the timer’s On Time. Press again or wait five seconds and the display will show the radio frequency or total tracks/time of the CD.

WHILE PLAYING A CD:

Press the DISPLAY button on the remote once to show the remaining time of the CD on the display. Press a second time to show the clock. Press a third time to show the timer’s On Time. Press again to show the elapsed time of the CD. NOTE: While the display is showing the clock or timer's on time, after five seconds, it will return to display the elapsed time of the CD.

WHILE IN THE LINE IN MODE:

Press the DISPLAY button on the remote once to show the timer’s On Time. Press again or wait five seconds and the display will show the clock.

MUTE

HEADPHONE JACK

With the power on, press the EQ button to cycle through the preset EQ settings or to turn the EQ off. Each press of the EQ button will cycle as follows: CLASSIC, ROCK, POP, JAZZ, Off. NOTE: If the X-BASS is ON when you press the EQ button, the XBASS function will be off. Press the EQ button repeatedly to set the desired EQ settings."

To temporarily mute the sound, press the MUTE button on the remote control; “MUTE” will appear in the display and the sound will be muted. Press the MUTE button again to restore the sound and “MUTE” will disappear from the display.

To listen to the unit through headphones, simply insert the headphones (not included) into the Headphones jack. The speakers will be disconnected when the Headphones are plugged in.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)

LISTENING TO THE RADIO

Press the POWER button to turn the unit on.

MANUAL TUNING: Repeatedly

press the Tune/Skip/Search o 1 or n 2 button to manually advance the frequency in the

display up or down until the desired frequency appears.

Press the TUNER Function button to select the radio. NOTE: You can also repeatedly press the FUNCTION button on the remote to select the tuner.

AUTOMATIC TUNING: Press

and hold the Tune/Skip/Search o 1 or n 2 button until the

frequency in the display starts to scan, and then release the button; the tuner will search and then stop on the next strong station it finds. Repeat this step until the desired frequency appears in the display.

Press the STOP/BAND (■) button to select AM or FM.

Press the ST/MO button on the remote while listening to an FM station to cycle between the FM stereo and mono modes. NOTE: If FM STEREO is selected and you have tuned to an FM Stereo station, “ST” will light in the display.

Adjust the EQ button ❶ and VOLUME buttons BASS button on the remote) as desired.

❷ (and the X-

Hints for Better Reception

AM–The AM ferrite bar antenna is located inside the unit. It may be

necessary to turn the unit slightly so that the internal antenna is pointing in the direction of the AM transmitter. You may have to experiment to find the position that provides the strongest reception for each of your favorite AM stations.

FM–Extend the FM wire antenna for best FM reception.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)

SETTING RADIO PRESETS

his unit can preset 10 AM and 10 FM radio stations for convenient recall.

Press the POWER button to turn the unit on.

Press the TUNER Function button 1 to select the radio. (You can

also repeatedly press the FUNCTION button on the remote to select the tuner.) Press the STOP/BAND (

2 to select AM or FM.

■) button

Press the Tune/Skip/Search o 1 or n 2 button to select a station.

Press the MEM/CLOCK ADJ button 1; the preset number will

appear in the display. Press the REPEAT/MEM-UP 2 or RANDOM/MEM-DN

the desired memory number appears on the display.

3 button until

Press the MEM/CLOCK ADJ button again to set the station in the selected memory.

RECALLING RADIO PRESETS (10 EACH BAND)

Follow steps 1 and 2 above.

Press the REPEAT/MEM-UP 1 or RANDOM/MEM-DN 2 button to select a preset; the station will automatically be tuned in. NOTE: You can also use the Number (0-9) buttons on the remote to select a preset; simply press the number for the preset you would like to hear (for “10”, press “0”).

Repeat steps 3 through 5 to program up to 10 stations in each band, if desired.

In case the main power supply is interrupted, the memory presets will be erased.

Adjust the EQ button ❶ and VOLUME buttons ❷ (and the XBASS button on the remote) as desired.

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