Optimus CD-3322 User Manual
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Cat. No.14-547
OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
CD-3322
Portable Triple P lay
Compact Disc Player
with AM/FM Stereo
Cassette Recorder
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FEATURES
Y our Optimus CD-3322 Portable Triple
Play Compact Disc Player with AM/FM
Stereo Cassette Recorder is a compact, portable, all-in-one music system. It lets you listen to your fa vorite
CDs, AM and FM radio stations, or prerecorded cassette tapes, and record
onto a cassette tape from a C D or the
radio. You can take t he CD-3322 with
you almost anywhere — indoors or
out, at work or play.
CD PLAYER FEATURES
Automatic Search Music System
(ASMS) — lets you quickly locate and
play any track on a CD.
Audible Search — helps you locate a
particular section of a CD by rapidly
playing it in either direction.
Direct Track Selection — lets you select and play any track on a CD by simply pressing the track number on the
remote control.
Programmable Play — lets you program and play up to 20 tracks in any
order.
track on a CD, so you can easily find a
track you want to listen to.
Repeat Play — lets you automatically
repeat a single track, all tracks on the
CD, or a programmed sequence of
tracks.
3- or 5-Inch CD Compatible — lets you
play either 3 - or 5-i nch CDs on the system.
CASSETTE DECK FEATURES
Multiple So urce Reco rdi ng — lets y ou
record onto a cassette tape from the
CD player or radio.
Automatic Level Control (ALC) — automatically adjust s the recording level.
Auto-Stop — to protect the tape and
tape-handling parts, automatically
stops the cassette tape when it reaches the end.
Soft Cassette Tape Eject — slowly
opens the cassette com partment d oor
so the tape does not pop out.
Random Play — lets you set the system to automatically play a CD’s tracks
in random order.
INTRO (Introduction) Scanning — lets
you review the first 10 seconds of each
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All Rights Reserved.
RadioShack is a trademark used by Tandy Corporation.
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CAUTION
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OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES
Memory Tuning — lets you store and
easily select up to 20 of your favorite
AM and FM radio st ations (10 A M and
10 FM).
Remote Control — lets you control
most of the system’s functions from a
distance.
Liquid Crystal Display — clearly displays your system’s indicators for easy
viewing in almost any lighting condition.
Bass Boost Control — boosts low
tones for an emphasized bass sound.
Four Preset Equalizer Settings — at
the press of a button, provide you with
common sound settings for enhanc ing
rock, jazz, classical, or vocal (like
acappella or opera) music.
Three Power Options — let you power
your system from internal batteries
(not supplied), AC power, or your vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket (using an
optional DC-to-AC inverter).
We recommend you record your system’s serial number here. The number
is on the bottom of the CD-3322.
Serial Number __________________
Warning: This CD player employs a laser light beam. Only a qualified service
person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device, due to
possible eye injury.
Warning: To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose this product
to rain or moisture.
RISK OF EL EC -
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TRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED PERSO N NEL .
Note: The rem ote control requires two
AAA batteries (not supplied) for power.
Read this manual caref ully. It will help
you get the most enjoyment from your
CD-3322.
This symbol is intended to
alert you to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that might be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock. Do not open the product’s case.
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This symbol is intende d to inform yo u that imp ortant op erating and ma intenance instructions are included in the literature accompanying this prod-
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CONTENTS
Connecting Power 6
Using Batteries ................................................................................................ 6
Using AC Power .............................................................................................. 7
Using Vehicle Battery Power ........................................................................... 7
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ....................................................... 8
Basic Operation ..................................................................................................... 9
Using the Remote Control ............................................................................... 9
Turning Power On/Off ..................................................................................... 9
Turning On/Off Main Power ...................................................................... 9
Using the Remote Control to Turn Power On/Off ................................... 10
Setting the Sound ......................................................................................... 10
Adjusting the Volume .............................................................................. 10
Adjusting the Balance ............................................................................. 11
Using the Preset Equalizer Settings ...................................................... . 11
Boosting the Bass ................................................................................... 11
Using Headphones ....................................................................................... 12
Listening Safely ...................................................................................... 12
Traffic Safety ........................................................................................... 12
Radio Operation .................................................................................................. 13
Listening to the Radio ................................................................................... 13
Memory Tuning ............................................................................................. 14
Storing a Station in Memory ................................................................... 14
Recalling a Stored Station ...................................................................... 15
CD Player Operation ........................................................................................... 16
Loading and Playing a CD ............................................................................ 16
Special CD Pl ayer Features .......................................................................... 17
Automatic Search Music System (ASMS) .............................................. 17
Direct Track Selection ............................................................................. 18
Cue ......................................................................................................... 18
Audible Search ....................................................................................... 18
Random Play .......................................................................................... 18
INTRO Scanning .................................................................................... 19
Repeat Play ............................................................................................ 20
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Programmed Play 20
Storing/Playing a Pro-
grammed Sequence 20
Reviewing/Replacing a Pro-
grammed Sequence 22
Erasing a Programmed
Sequence 22
CD and CD Player Care Tips 23
Cassette Deck Operation 24
Loading a Tape 24
Playing a Tape 24
Fast-Forwarding/Rewinding
25
Recording a Cassette Tape 26
Recording from the Radio 26
Recording from the CD Player
27
Tape Tips 28
Erasing a Cassette Tape 28
Preventing Accidental Era-
sure 28
Restoring Tape Tension and
Sound Quality 28
• Most CDs that can be played on
this player have this mark on
them:
• Most material on compact discs
and prerecorded tapes is copyrighted. Unauthorized duplication
of copyrighted material is a violation of the c opyright laws of most
countries and such duplication
may result in fines a nd/or imprisonment. Note, however, that in the
United States, it is not a violation
of U.S. copyright laws for a consumer to use an audio recording
device to duplicate musical
recordings for noncommercial
(personal) use.
Troubleshooting 29
Resetting the System 30
Care and Maintenance 31
The FCC Wants You to Know 32
Cleaning the T ape-Handling Parts
32
Specifications 33
Notes:
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Connecting Power
You ca n power the CD-3322 from any of these power sources:
• Internal battery power, using eight
D batteries and two AA batteries
(not supplied — see “Using Batteries”)
illustration
• AC power, using the supplied AC
power cord and a standard AC
outlet (see “Using AC Power” on
Page 8)
• Your vehicle’s cigarette lighter
socket, using an optional DC-toAC inverter (see “Using Vehicle
Battery Power” on Page 8)
Caution: Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries
(standard, alkaline, or rechargeable),
or rechargeable batteries of different
capacities.
Using Batteries
You can power your CD-3322 with
eight D batteries (for normal operation)
and two AA batteries (for memory
backup). For the best results, we recommend alkaline batteries, such as
RadioShack Cat. No. 23-550 (D cells)
and 23-552/557 (AA cells).
Caution: Only use fresh batteries of the
required size and type.
Follow these steps to install batteries.
1. Press down and pull out on the
tabs at the top of the battery compartment to remove the cover.
2. Put the AA then the D ba tteries in
the compartment (on top of the
attached ribbon) as indicated by
the polarity symbols (+ and –)
marked inside.
illustration
3. Replace the cover.
Notes:
• If you do not p lan to use the CD3322 with batteries for a week or
more, or if you plan to use only AC
or vehicle battery power, remove
the D batteries.
• To save any radio stations stored
in memory in case power is disconnected or interrupted, always
leave the AA batteries installed.
• If the sound weakens or distorts,
or the CD-3322 does not operate
properly , replace the D batteries.
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• Replace the AA batteries about
every 6 months, or more often if
power is frequently disconnected
or interrupted.
• To easily remove the batteries,
pull up on the attached ribbon.
Caution: Always dispose of old batt eries promptly and properly.
Using AC Power
To use AC power, plug the supplied
power cord into AC INPUT on the back
of the system, then plu g the other end
into a standard AC outlet.
illustrat io n
Caution: Y our system’s power cord has
a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other). If you have difficulty inserting the plug into the outlet, do not
force it! Turn the plug over and try
again.
• Connecting the power cord to the
CD-3322 automatically disconnects the internal D batteries.
Using Vehicle Battery Power
You can power the CD-3322 from your
vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket by
converting your vehicle’s DC power to
115V AC using an optional DC-to-AC
inverter, such as RadioShack Cat. No.
22-132.
Follow the instructions included with
the inverter to conne ct it to your ve hicle’s cigarette lighter socket. Then plug
the CD-3322’s power cord into AC INPUT and plug the other end into the
AC outlet on the inverter.
Caution: Always plug the power cord
into the CD-3322 before you plug it into
the inverter. Always unplug the power
cord from the inverter before you unplug it from the CD-3322.
Note: If the CD-3322 hums when you
turn it off while using vehicle battery
power, this is not a malfunction. Simply
unplug the inverter from your vehicle’s
cigarette-lighter socket.
Notes:
• Always plug the power cord into
the CD-3322 before you plug it
into the AC outlet. Always unplug
the power cord from the outlet
before you unplug it from the CD-
3322.
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Installing Batteries in the Remote
Control
The remote control requires two AAA
batteries (not supplied) for powe r. For
the best performance an d longest life,
we recommend alkaline batteries,
such as RadioShack Cat. No. 23-555.
Caution: Always use fresh batteries of
the required size and type.
1. To op en the battery compartment
cover, slide the cover in the direction of the arrow, t hen lift the cover
away from the compartment.
illustration
2. Insert the batteries into the compartment (on top of the attached
ribbon) according to the polarity
symbols (+ and –) marked inside.
• If you w ill no t be using t he r emot e
control for a month or more,
remove the batteries.
• To easily remove the batteries,
pull up on the attached ribbon.
• You can use the remote control up
to a distance of about 16 feet (5
meters), from an angle of up to
30° in front of the CD-3322. If it
does not operate properly within
this range, replace the remote
control’s batteries.
illustration
Caution: Always dispose of old batteries promptly and properly.
illustration
3. Replace the cover.
Notes:
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Basic Operation
Important: After receiving a static electric shock, the CD-3322 might lock up
and become inoperable. If this happens, see “Resetting the System” on
Page 32 for instructions on resetting it.
Using the Remote Control
To use the remote control, be sure that
its front end is pointing with a clear
path toward REMOTE SENSOR on
the front of the CD-3322, then press
the desired button(s).
illustration
Caution: Exposing the remote control
or REMOTE SENSOR to direct sunlight or strong lights, such as a spotlight, will reduce the remote control’s
operating distance and can make it inoperative.
POWER indicator is off (see
“Using the Remote Control to Turn
Power On/Off” on Page 11).
Turning Power
On/Off
Turning On/Off Main Power
To turn on the CD-3322’s ma in power
for normal or remote control operation,
press POWER on top of the system.
The POWER indicator turns on.
illustration
To turn off the main power (if you will
not be using the remote control), press
POWER again so the POWER in dicator turns of f.
Notes:
• Several control buttons on both
the system and the remote control
operate the same function.
• You can not operate the tape deck
using the remote control (see
“Cassette Deck Operation” on
Page 25).
• You cannot operate the CD-3322
using the remote control if the
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Using the Remote Control to Turn
Power On/Off
While the main power is on (the POWER indicator is on), you can press
POWER on the rem ote control to turn
the CD-3322 on or off.
illustrati o n
Note: When you turn off the system using the remote control, the POWER indicator stays on.
Setting the Sound
Adjusting the Volume
To increase or decrease the system’s
vol ume , pr es s VOL UME U P o r DOW N,
or VOLUME or on the remote
control).
Notes:
• To turn off the sound temporarily,
press MUTE on the remote control. The MUTE indicator on the
system turns on. To resume listen ing, press MUTE again so the
indicator turns off.
illustrati o n
• The MUTE indicator turns on
automatically when FUNCTION is
set to CD and no CD is playing or
a CD is paused (see “CD Player
Operation” on Page 17 ), or when
FUNCTION is set to RADIO and
no signal is being received (see
“Radio Operation” on Page 14).
This is not a malfunction. When
this happens, you cannot turn off
the indicator by pressing MUTE.
illustrati o n
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Adjusting th e Balance
To adjust t he sound balance between
the left and right speakers, turn BALANCE on the main system toward
LEFT or RIGHT.
illustration
Using the Preset Equalizer Settings
You c an adj us t the bala nce of the CD-
3322’s sound frequencies using its
four preset equalizer (sound balance)
settings: CLASSIC (equal balance on
all sound frequencies), ROCK (more
treble than bass), JAZZ (more bass
than treble), or VOCAL (for he avy vocals such as acappella or opera). Each
setting is designed to give you the best
sound for that type of music.
Each time you turn on the main power,
the CD-3322 automatically selects the
equalizer se tti ng CL ASSIC. To sel ect a
different setting, simply press t hat set ting’s button on the main system so its
indicator turns on.
illustration
(show CLASSIC
and the surrounding
area)
Boosting the Bass
Press E-BASS down for an enhanced
bass effect. Press E-BASS again (so
the button pops up) for normal bass
sound.
illustr a tion
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