Optimus CD-8400 User Manual

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42-5064

Cat. No.

101-Disc Compact Disc Changer

CD-8400

CD-8400 FILE–TYPE CD CHANGER

ACSESS

PLAY

POWER

1Bit

SINGLE PLAY

D/A CONVERTER • OPTICAL DIGITAL OUTPUT

CD-FILE

101-DISC

LABEL SIDE

DISC MIN SEC

TRACK

ALL

CUSTOM

I II III

HI-LITE

MODE

UNLOAD BEST PREVIOUS DISC NUMBER

OPEN/

CLEAR

RANDOM REPEAT 1REMAIN PGM PREVIOUS

SINGLE

PROGRAM

CD DECK SYNCHRO SYSTEM

DISC

SCAN BEST

RANDOM

REPEAT

OSR

Owner’s Manual

Please read before using this equipment.

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Features

Your Optimus CD-8400 101-Disc Compact Disc Automatic Changer is the next step in CD changer technology. It lets you load up to 101 CDs. This lets you select up to 100 CDs for continuous play and gives you more musical variety without your having to continually remove and load CDs. You can also load a single CD for easy, one-time play.

The CD-8400’s advanced design makes the CD changer simple to operate. Be sure to pay attention to the “Special Features” section of this manual so you can understand and take advantage of everything the CD-8400 can do.

Your CD-8400’s features include:

Multiple Compact Disc Racks

Plus Single Play

Sequence P r og ra m ming

Remote Control

Custom Playback

Random P lay

Repeat Play

Digital Output

Best Selection Memory

Previous Playback

Hi-Lite Scan

Audible Search

Let you load up to 100 CDs for continuous or programmed play, plus a single CD for easy, one-time play .

Lets you program up to 36 selections (a single track or an entire CD) to play in any order you choose.

Lets you control the CD changer from a distance. Lets you assign loaded CDs into any of three custom CD groups, and play only

the CDs assigned to the group. Randomly selects and plays all tracks on a single CD, on CDs in a custom CD

group, or on all CDs. Automatically repeats a single track, all tracks on a single CD, all tracks in a

custom CD group, all tracks on all loaded CDs, or a programmed sequence. Lets you connect your CD changer to another digital device. Lets you save up to 20 of your favorite tracks for one-touch playback. Plays 10 seconds from each of the 20 most recently played CDs to help you

locate a CD you want to listen to again. Helps you locate a CD or track by playing 10 seconds from the first track of

each CD, or 10 seconds from each track on all CDs. Helps you locate a particular section of the music by playing the CD rapidly in

either direction.

Automatic Search Music System

Memory -H ol d Function

Synchro Record

1-Bit DAC

We recommend you record the CD-8400’s serial number here. The serial number is on the CD-8400’s back panel.

Serial Number: __________________________________________

Optimus and RadioShack are registered trademarks used by Tandy Corporation.

Lets you easily locate and play any track on a CD. Remembers which CD is playing when you turn off the CD-8400 and begins

playing from the first track of that CD when you turn it back on. Lets you synchronize recording when you connect the CD changer to a compat-

ible casse t te deck. Uses the latest in digital-to-analog conversion circuitry to accurately reproduce

all sound levels with virtually no distortion.



1998 Tandy Corporation.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Caution:

CDs into the CD changer. The CD-8400 is made and tested to meet exacting

safety standards. It meets UL and FCC requirements and complies with the safety performance standards of the U.S. Department of Heal th and Human Services.

Warnings:

• This system employs a laser light beam. Only a

• The use of controls, adjustments, or procedures

• Most material on compact discs and prerecorded

Do not load anything other than 3- or 5-inch

qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device, due to possible eye injury.

other than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.

tape is copyrighted. The unauthorized duplication of copyrighted material is a violation of the copyright laws of most countries and such duplication may result in fines and/or imprisonment. Note, however, in the United States, it is not a vio lation of U.S. copyright la ws for a con sum er to u se an au dio re cor din g device to duplicate musical recordings for noncommercial (personal) us e.

WARNING

: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain o r moisture.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT OPEN.

CAUTION

TRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SE RVIC EABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

This equi pment complie s with the limi ts for a Class B digital device as specified in Part 15 of These limits provide reasonable protection against radio and TV interference in a residential area. However, your equipment might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly. To eliminate interference, you can try one or more of the following corrective measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Inc rease the distance between the equipment and the ra dio or TV.

• Use outlets on different electrical circuits for the equipment and t he radio or TV.

Consult your local RadioShack stor e or an experienced radio/TV technician if the problem still exists.

You must use shielded interfac e cables with this equipment.

: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC-

This sym bol is inte nded to al ert y ou to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage withi n the pr oduc t’s encl osur e tha t might be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Do not open the product’s case.

This symbol is intended to inform you that important operating and maintenance instructions are included in the literature accompanying this product.

FCC Rules

Caref ul attention is devoted t o quality standards in the manufacture of your CD ch anger, an safety is a major factor in its design. However, safety is also your responsibi lity.

This s ec ti on lists imp or t ant info rm ation th at will help you pr op erly use a nd enjoy yo ur CD c h ange and ac cessories. Read all the included sa fety and ope rating inst ructions be fore using your C changer. Follow them closely, and retain them for future reference.

Heed Warnings Cleaning

cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

Attachments

turer, as they might create a hazard.

Water and Moist ure

bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool).

Accessories

product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the pr oduct. Us only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with th product. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for mounting, and use a recommended mountin accessor y.

Power Sources

label. If you are not sure of your home's power type, consult your product dealer or local powe company.

Polariz ation

wider than the other). This plug will fit in the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. I you cannot insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still doesn't fit, con tact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polar ized plug. If you need an extension, use a polarized cord.

Power-Cord Protection

pinched by items placed on or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, conve nience receptacles, and the po int where they exit from the product.

Nonuse Peri ods

periods.

Lightnin g

tende d and unused for long perio ds of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconn ect th antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-lin surges.

Overloading

cles, as this can result in a risk of fir e or electric shock.

Objects and Liquids

they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electri shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

Servicing

expo se yo u to dangero us vo lt age or oth er hazard s . R efe r all servic ing to qu al ifi ed servic e person nel.

Damage Requiring Service

qualif ied service personne l under the following conditions:

• When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

• If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product.

• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

• If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust onl those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment o other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified techni cian to restore the product to normal operation.

• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

• When the product exhibi ts a distinct change in performance.

Replacement Parts

replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or having the same characteristics as the origina part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Safety Check

to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

Wall or Cei ling Mount

mended by the manufacturer.

— The product should be situate d away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers

Heat

stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that prod uce heat.

— Follow all warnings on the produc t and in the operating instructions.

— Unplu g this p roduct f rom th e wall outlet before cleani ng. Us e only a damp cloth fo

— Do not use attach ments/accessories not recommended by the product manufac

— Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bathtub, wash

— Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. Th

— Move the product on a cart carefully. Quick stops, excessive force, an

Carts

uneven surfaces may cause the product/cart to overturn.

Ventilation

able operation, and protect from overheating. Do not block or cover these open ings, and do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. D not pl ace the product in a built-in bookcase or rack unless it provide s proper ven tilat ion as specifie d by the manufact urer.

— Operate this product using only the power source indicated on its markin

— This pro du ct is equip ped with a pola riz ed AC line plug (a p lug ha vin g on e bla d

— Unplu g the C D chan ger ’s pow er co rd whe n you will n ot use it for exte nde

— For ad de d p rotectio n for th is product during a li gh t ni ng st or m , o r w he n i t is left unat

— Do not overload wall outl ets, ex tension c ords, or integral c onvenie nce rec epta

— Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers ma

— Upon completion of service or repairs to this product, ask the service technicia

— Slots an d openings in the cabin et prov id e ve ntilati on , ensure r e li

— Route power-supply cords so they are not likely to be walked on o

— Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings, a

— Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing t

— When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician use

— The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recom

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Contents

Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Connecting the CD Changer to Your Receiver or Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Connecting to Another Digital Audio Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Connecting Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Connecting to a Cassette Deck’s Synchro Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Installing the Remote Control’s Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Using a Receiver’s Remote Control with the CD Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Loading CDs in the Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Loading a CD in the Single Play Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Using the Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Playing CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Checking the Time Remaining and Elapsed on a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

pecial Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Quickly Selecting Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Searching for a Section of a Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Assigning CDs to a Custom CD Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Storing Your Best Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Scanning Previous CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Using Hi-Lite Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Repeating Tracks, CDs, and Sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Playing Tracks in Random Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Programming a Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

roubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Self-Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

are and Maintena nce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

CD Care Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

pecifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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Preparation

Connecting the CD Changer to Your Receiver or Amplifier

Note: If you place the CD ch anger too

near other audio components or their wires, you might hear a hum when you play a CD. Move the components or their wires to eliminate the hum.

Caution:

Do not connect the CD changer to AC power until you complete all

other connections.

1. Select a location for your CD changer that is near your receiver or amplifier and a standard AC outlet.

Caution:

Do not place the CD changer on top of the receiver or amplifier

or on any other component that gets hot.

2. Plug one end of the supplied audio cable into the CD changer’s

and

(right)

jack and the white plug to the white

LINE OUT

Receiver/A m pli fie r CD Changer

jacks, matching the red plug to the red R

PHONO

L LINE O U T

TAPE/DCC

INPUT

VCR/

REC

TAPE 2

PLAY

REC

CONTROL

OUT

jack.

CONTROL

OUT

CD•DECK SYNCHRO

DIGITAL OUT

OPTICAL

LINE OUT

(left)

LINE OUT

Connecting to Another Digital Audio Product

Note: Be sure to leave the dust cap i n

place when you are not using the jack.

Connecting Power

Note: Do not connect the CD

changer’s power cord to an amplifier or other switched outlet. The CD changer loses memorized settings when power is re m oved.

3. Plug the other end of the audio cable into the receiver’s or amplifier’s left and right CD, AUX, or TAPE input jacks.

Caution:

Do not connect the CD changer to the receiver’s or amplifier’s

PHONO inputs.

You can connect the CD changer to another digital audio product such as a dig ital recorder. You need an optical cable (Cat. No. 42-2466, available by special order through your local RadioShack store) for this connection. To make the connection, remove the protective dust cap from the digital jacks, and connect the optical cable to the jacks.

After you have connected the CD changer to your receiver or amplifier, plug the CD changer’s power cord into a standard AC outlet.

Caution:

To prevent electric shock, the plug’s blades are polarized and fit only one way. If the plug does not fit easily , turn it over and try again. Do not force the plug into any AC outlet.

Connecting to a Cassette Deck’s Synchro Ja ck

The Synchro-Record feature lets you easily copy CDs to cassette tapes. If you have a cassette deck that has a CD-DECK SYNCHRO jack (such as many Opti mus Professional Series cassette decks), the CD changer can automatically start and stop with the cassette deck. Connect the CD-deck synchro-cord, supplied with the cassette deck, to the CD changer’s and cassette deck’s

SYNCHRO

jacks.

CD-DECK

For details on connection and operation, refer to the cassette deck’s owner’s manual.

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Preparation

nstalling the Remote

ontrol’s Batteries

You r CD changer’s remote control requires two AA batteries (not supplied) for power. We recommend alkaline batteries (RadioShack Cat. No. 23-552).

1. Press in the battery compartment cover’s latch and lift off the cover.

2. Put two fresh AA batteries into the compartment as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and –) marked inside.

3. Replace the cover.

Cautions :

• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.

• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.

• Always remove old or weak batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that can damage electronic circuits.

Using a Receiver’s Remote

ontrol with the CD Changer

• If you do not plan to use the remote control for a month or more, remove and store the batteries.

Note:

If the remote’s range is reduced, replace the batteries immediately.

If your receiver/amplifier (such as most Optimus Professional Series receiver/ amplifiers) has an OSR mark, the receiver/amplifier’s remote can control some of the CD changer’s functions.

Plug one end of the supplied control cable into the CD changer’s jack. Plug the other end of the cable into the receiver/amplifier’s jack.

Notes:

• This connection disables the CD changer ’s infrared sensor. Aim the remote control at the receiver/amplifier’s infrared sensor.

• You must also connect audio cables to your receiver for the receiver’s remote control to operate your CD changer.

For details on connection and operation, refer to the receiver/amplifier’s owner’s manual.

CONTROL IN

CONTROL OUT

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Basic Op eration

Using the Remote Control

Note: The remote operates the CD

changer from up to 23 feet away and within 30° of the front of the CD changer.

Warning:

To protect your hearing, set the volume on your receiver or amplifier

to its lowest level before you load and play a CD.

Caution:

Do not set the volume on your receiver or amplifier too high while playing soft or quiet portions of a music program. Due to the CD changer’s wide dynamic range, the speakers might be damaged if the music program includ es a sudden loud passage.

Many of the CD changer’s buttons also have a corresponding button on the remote control, and you can use either the CD changer or the remote control to control the function.

To use the remote control, point it at the infrared sensor on the left side of the front panel and press the control button.

Loading C Ds in th e Ra ck

Note: Always handle CDs by their

edges. Fingerprints and scratches on a CD’s surface can prevent the laser beam from correctly reading the digital information. For more inform ation, see “CD Care Tips” on Page 18

When the remote control’s operating distance reduces or if the remote control stops working, replace the batteries.

The multi-disc rack holds 100 CDs. The disc slots are numbered in clockwise order, from 1 to 100, and can hold either 3-inch or 5-inch CDs.

Follow these steps to load up to 100 CDs in the slots.

1. Press

DISC NUMBER

POWER

to turn on the CD changer. If necess ary, repeatedly press

DISC

(or

on the remote) so the slot number you

want appears on the display.

UNLOAD BEST PREVIOUS DISC NUMBER

DISC

2. Press

OPEN/

UNLOAD

CD DECK SYNCHRO SYSTEM

OSR

to open the rack cover.

UNLOAD BEST PREVIOUS DISC NUMBER

OPEN/ CLOSE

ASMS

RANDOM

CD DECK SYNCHRO SYSTEM

OSR

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Basic Oper ati on

3. Hold the CD vertically and insert it into the CD s l ot, label side to the left.

Notes:

• You can use

OPEN/CLOSE

to open the rack cover and remove the disc if the disc to remove is already at the front of the rack. The di splay shows

while the rack cover is open.

HOLD

• You can open the rack cover even while a disc is playing. Hold down

OPEN/CLOSE

. The rack cover opens and the

OPEN

display shows

until the display shows

. In this case,

HOLD

the rack does not rotate and you cannot use

ACCESS

UNLOAD, SINGLE PLAY/

, or

DISC NUMBER

Loading a CD in the

ingle Play Slot

4. To load more CDs, repeatedly press the remote) so the desired rack number appears on the display. Then repeat Step 3.

5. When you finish loading the desired CDs, press rack cover.

To remove a CD, select the slot number of the disc you want to remove, then

UNLOAD

press rack cover opens, remove the selected CD. Press rack cover.

Cautions :

• Do not try to manually open the rack cover; only use

• Do not load anything other than 5-inch or 3-inch CDs into the slots. This could damage the CD changer.

• Do not use an adapter for 3-inch CDs. Also, avoid placing 3-inch CDs between 5-inch CDs as this makes it hard to remove the 3-inch CDs.

• The CD changer does not play with the rack cover open.

The single play slot lets you easily load a single CD. To load a CD in the single play slot, press off, and rotates the rack so the single play slot comes to the loading position. Insert the CD with its label to the left. Then press playing.

. The rack rotates the selected disc slot to the front. When the

SINGLE PLA Y/ ACCESS

. The CD changer turns on if it was turned

DISC NUMBER

OPEN/CLOSE

SINGLE PLAY/PLAY

DISC

(or

to close the

to start

Using the Demo

To remove a CD from the single play slot, press rack rotates the single play slot to the front. When the rack cover opens, remove the CD.

The single play slot is numbered as “0” and is located between discs 100 and 1. You can access this slot by pressing

100

single play slot by pressing number as

The demo showcases the features of your CD-8400 and its display. To turn on the demo, press within 1 second of turning on the CD changer. To turn off the demo, press any button.

DISC NUMBER

, or

when the display shows 1. You can also reach to the

on the remote control. The display shows the disc

DISC NUMBER

SINGLE PLAY/ACCESS

when the display shows

. The

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Basic Operation

Playing CDs

Notes:

selected:

• When you press

• If you select a slot that is not in the

• If a CD in the custom CD group is

With a custom CD group

DISC NUMBER

during play, the changer scans only through the CD slots within the custom CD group.

custom CD group using the remote control’s number buttons,

no dISC

appears for about 3 seconds. (See “Assigning CDs to a Custom CD Group” on Page 11.)

not loaded,

no dISC

appears on the display for a bout 3 seconds, the disc number is erased from m emo ry, and play continues from the next CD.

To select a CD, enter its number on the remote control, then press within 5 seconds. You can also use remote) to step through the disc numbers until you reach the desired CD. (Hold down either button for a rapid search.)

If the position you select does not have a CD, the CD changer displays

no dISC

To select a disc in the single play slot, repeatedly press the changer displays

Follow these steps to play CDs.

Note:

begin if the rack cover is open.

1. Turn on your receiver/amplifier and select the audio input (CD, AUX, or

2. Press

3. While the CD changer is stopped, repeatedly press

4. Press ( on the remote control) to begin play from Track 1 on Disc 1

and plays the next CD.

Be sure the CD changer’s rack cover is closed — playback does not

TA P E) to which you connected your CD changer.

POWER

first track of the last CD you played.

mode you want appears on the display.

ALL

— Plays all the loaded CDs.

SINGLE CUSTOM I, II

CD group (see “Assigning CDs to a Custom CD Group” on Page 11). You can switch betw een

select custom play only when the CD changer is stopped.

Note:

You can also select and play a CD in the single play slot by press-

ing

then

(or the last CD you played) and have all tracks and CDs play in order . The CD changer stops after it plays the highest-numbered CD you loaded.

The changer displays the disc, track number, and the currently playing track’s elapsed play time.

If a slot does not contain a CD, the CD changer displays the disc number as it skips to the next slot.

The CD changer memorizes which slots contain CDs, then it skips empty slots on subsequent play passes. Opening the rack cover (to l oad/ unload CDs, for example) resets this memory.

to turn on the CD changer. Th e CD changer returns to the

— Plays only the selected CD.

III

, or

— Plays only the CDs that belong to the custom

ALL

DISC SET

on the remote control.

DISC NUMBER

SINGLE

and

(or

DISC NUMBER

MODE

during play, but you can

DISC SET

DISC

on the

until the play

no diSC

until

next to

5. To temporarily stop play, press ( on the remote control). The display shows resume play.

6. The CD changer automatically stops play at the end of the last track on the highest numbered CD. To st op play sooner , press . The CD changer returns to the first track on the last-played CD.

Note:

A sudden shock or jolt while a CD is playing might suddenly change the CD’s rotation speed or make the CD changer skip the current track. This might momentarily mute or distort the sound. This is not a malfunction.

Press again (or press or on the remote control) to

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Basic Oper ati on

hecking the Time Remaining

nd Elapse d on a CD

The display normally shows the current CD and track numbers, and the current track’s elapsed play time.

TIME

Press remaining time. Press Press

During programmed play, pressing time and the number of the programmed track playing (see “Programming a Sequence” on Page 14). During best selection play, pressing plays the number of tracks stored in the best selection memory (see “Storing You r Best Tracks” on Page 12).

Notes:

• The CD changer does not display the current CD’s total remaining time

• The CD changer might not display the remaining time for tracks num-

on the remote control once during play to display the current track’s

TIME

again to display the current CD’s remaining time.

TIME

again to display the current CD’s total elapsed time.

TIME

twice displays the total programmed

TIME

twice dis-

during programmed, random, or best selection play.

bered greater than 24 on a CD.

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Special Features

Quickly Selecting Tracks

Searching for a Section of a Track

Assigning CDs to a Custom CD Group

Note: To change the CDs assigned to

a custom CD group, you must clear all the entries and enter the desired CDs again.

When the CD changer is stopped or paused, press or (or or on the remote control) until the CD changer displays the desired track’s number. Or, enter the track numbe r using the remote control’s number buttons, then press

If you use this feature while a CD plays, the CD changer stops playing the current track and skips to the next or previous track.

To rapidly search forward or backward for a track section while a CD plays, hold down or on the fron t panel ( or on the rem ote control). The display shows the elapsed time to help you locate the desired section, and the CD plays at a lower volume and higher speed than normal. Release the but ton to resume normal play.

You can also search a track when a CD is paused. The searching speed is faster, the display shows only the minutes, and you do not hear the CD play.

Note:

beginning of a CD.

You can assign any loaded CD into a custom CD group. This lets you group your favorite CDs together for more convenient playback.

Follow these steps to assign CDs to a group.

1. While the CD changer is stopped, repeatedly press

2. Select a CD for storing into the group.

TRACK SET

You canno t search past the end (

and the number of the desired group light. (If any discs have been assigned to the group, the lowest disc number appears on the display.

CLEAR

Press

• If you use disc number is automatically stored in memory.

• If you use the remote control’s number buttons, press store the disc number in memory.

within 5 seconds.

to clear the group.)

DISC NUMBER

End

appears on the display) or the

MODE

, simply wait until the display blinks. The

CUSTOM

until

DISC SET

3. Repeat Step 2 to store all the CDs you want.

Notes:

• The custom group memory is kept even after you turn off the CD changer

• The changer keeps the CDs stored in custom group memory for up to 2 days in the event of a power loss.

Checking the Custom Group Contents

With the CD changer stopped, repeatedly press number of the desired group light. Then repeatedly press custom group number appear on the display. Then repeatedly press

NUMBER NUMBER

. The programmed disc numbers appear in order as you press .

MODE

TIME

CUSTOM

so C and the

and the

DISC

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Special Features

Erasing All the CDs from a Custom Group

toring Your Best Tracks

With the CD changer stopped, repeatedly press number of the desired group light. Then press erase a custom group memory.)

You can save up to 20 of the tracks you like best in a special then replay them at any time. To save a track in best memory, just press while that track is playing. have saved in best memory, press changer plays in the reverse order; the last track you saved plays first.

Notes:

• The changer only remembers the last 20 tracks you stored in best memory .

• You cannot store the same track twice in succession.

• You cannot save a track from a CD that is in the single play slot into best memory.

• To clear a track from best memory , press ing.

• The best memory is kept even after you turn off the CD changer.

• The changer keeps the tracks in best memory for up to 2 days in the event of a power loss.

BEST

flashes three times. To play the tracks you

BEST

while the changer is stopped. The CD

MODE

CLEAR

CUSTOM

. (Yo u cannot partially

while that track is play-

and the

best

memory, and

BEST

canning Previous CDs

Using Hi-Lite Scan

The CD changer remembers the 20 most recently played CDs and lets you review and replay them in reverse order.

To review the CDs, press changer plays 10 seconds of the first track of each of the last 20 CDs you played, starting at 1 minute into the first track on each CD. To listen to an entire CD and cancel the previous scan function, press .

To stop the previous scan function, press .

Notes:

• If a track is less than 1 minute long, previous scan starts at the beginning of the track.

• A CD in the single play slot is not included in the previous scan memory. Neither are any CDs played using random play, hi-lite scan, programmed play, and best selection.

• The previous scan memory remains stored even after you turn off the CD changer.

• The changer keeps the CDs stored in previous scan memory for up to 2 days in the event of a power loss.

To li sten to 10 second s from each CD,

stopped or during normal play. seconds from each CD, starting at 1 minute into the first track.

PREVIOUS SCAN

press

DISC SCAN

flashes and the

HI-LITE

flashes and the changer plays 10

while the changer is

HI-LITE

To li sten to 10 seco nds from ever

while the changer is stopped or during normal, programmed, or favorite track

SCAN

play. at 1 minute into each track.

flashes and the changer plays 10 seconds from each track, starting

track on all CDs,

press

twic e

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Special Features

To stop scanning, either press to start play at the current track or press to stop play.

Notes:

• If the track is less than 1 minute long, hi-lite scan starts at the beginning of the track.

• You can use and to skip forward and backward.

• You can use repeat during hi-lite scan (see “Repeating Tracks, CDs, and Sequences”).

Repeating Tracks, CDs, and Sequences

You r CD changer can repeat a single track, a single CD, all loaded CDs, a custom CD group, or a programmed sequence.

To re

eat a single track,

REPEAT

press the CD changer is stopped, press . At the end of the track, the CD changer replays the track.

To re

eat a single CD,

SINGLE

on the display. If the CD changer is stopped, press . When the CD changer reaches the end of the CD, it replays the CD.

eat all CDs,

To re

appears on the display, then press play. If the CD changer is stopped, press . When the CD changer reaches the end of the last CD, it replays all loaded CDs in order .

To re

eat CDs in a custom group,

CUSTOM

REPEAT

press . When the CD changer reaches the end of the last CD, it replays all CDs in the group in order.

To cancel re

appears on the display, or press .

on the remote control.

appears on the display, then press

before or during play, repeat edly press

and the number of the desired group appear on the display, then press

twice.

REPEAT

eat play,

before or during play of a track you want to repeat,

REPEAT 1

before or during play, repeatedly press

REPEAT

before play, repeatedly press

appears on the display . If the CD changer is stopped,

REPEAT

press

twice.

until neither

appears on the display. If

REPEAT

twice.

REPEAT1

REPEAT

MODE

appears on the dis-

nor

MODE

until

MODE

REPEAT

until

appears

ALL

until

Playing Tracks in Random Order

With play stopped, press dom play starts in the selected play mode.

SINGLE

tracks have played, the CD changer stops.

ALL

another CD and plays another track. When the CD changer finishes playing 100 selections (or as many as possible from the CDs that are loaded), it stops.

CUSTOM

track, then repeatedly selects another CD in the same group and plays another track. When the CD changer finishes playing 100 selections (or as many as possible from the CDs that are loaded), it stops.

— randomly plays all of the current CD’s tracks. Once all the CD’s

— selects a track from a CD and plays the track, then repeatedly selects

— selects a track from a CD in a custom CD group and plays the

RANDOM

appears on the display, and ran-

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Special Features

To cancel random play and co ntinue norma l play, select a disc other than the one currently playing, either by pressing remote control’s number buttons, then pressing

DISC NUMBER

DISC SET

or by using the

. To stop random play ,

press .

Notes:

• During play, press

RANDOM

to skip the track currently playing and

advance to the next random selection.

Programming a Sequence

• You can switch betw een the

ALL

SINGLE

modes during random play.

• If the CD changer does not have 100 CDs loaded, the CD changer might select the same track or CD more than once.

• You can use repea t during random play.

• If you start random play during programmed play, the program’s contents are erased and the CD changer starts ALL random play.

You can program up to 36 selections from all loaded CDs to play in any order you choose. A selection can be a single track or an entire CD.

Follow these steps to program a sequence.

1. Press to cancel the current function.

2. Press

PGM

on the remote control (or

PROGRAM

on the front panel).

PGM

appears on the display.

3. Select the CD that contains the first track you want to program using the remote control’s number buttons and ber and

You can also use press

appear.

DISC NUMBER

PGM

to select a CD. The disc number and AL appear. If you do not

DISC SET

DISC

(or

. The selected CD’s num-

on the remote) and

select a track within about 2 seconds, the entire CD is automatically stored.

If you program an entire CD, skip to Step 5.

4. Select the track you want to program using the remote control’s number buttons and

TRACK SET

. The displayed track and disc numbers are stored

in the first memory position. You can also use or then press

PGM

PROGRAM

(or

) to select a

track.

5. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for each track or CD you want to program, up to 36 selections.

6. Press

. The CD changer plays the sequence.

Notes:

• If you try to program a non-existent CD or track (for example track 10 when that CD has only nine tracks), the CD changer ignores the entry.

• Press or to move forward or backward through the programmed sequence while the sequence plays.

After the CD changer plays the last track in the programmed sequence, it stops, but the programmed sequence is still in memory. Press

PGM

then to restart

programmed play. To clear the sequence, see “C learing a Programm ed S equen ce” on Page 15.

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Special Features

Programming a Sequence While a CD is Playing

While the CD changer is playing, you can program a sequence of tracks, but not an entire CD. Press remote control’s number buttons and When the current track finishes playing or you press , programmed play starts

Or, you can store the t rack currently being played directly into memory. While the track is playing, press

PGM

again to store the current track. You might find this feature convenient to

use along with hi-lite scan.

Erasing a Programmed Selection

PGM

during play, then select the CD and track using the

DISC SET/TRACK SET

PGM

once to enter the program mode, then press

, and press

PGM

In the program mode (when the last-stored selection (track or CD). The new last-stored selection appears on the display until you press / (or on the remote control).

You cannot erase a selection that is currently playing or that has already

Note:

played.

PGM

appears on the display), press

CLEAR

to erase

Clearing a Programmed Sequence

Turning off the CD changer does not clear the programmed sequence. To clear the sequence, do any of the following:

• Press when the CD is stopped.

• Start best selection play.

• Select gle play slot while programming a sequence.

•Press

ALL, SINGLE, CUSTOM

RANDOM

while programming a sequence.

, previous scan, or play the CD in the sin

Storing a Pause within a Programmed Sequence for Recording to Cassette

When you record a programmed sequence onto a cassette tape, you can program a pause to occur after the last selection you plan to record on the first side of the tape (so you can turn the tape over).

To store a pause, press on the remote in Step 3 of “Programming a

Sequence” on Page 14. During play, when the CD changer pauses and displays

and press to resume recording.

Notes:

• You cannot program a pause as the first or last selection.

• You cannot program two paus es in a row.

appears on the display.

, turn over the tape

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Troubleshooting

f your CD changer is not working as it should, these suggestions might help you solve the problem. If the CD changer still does

ot operate properly, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.

Symptom Possible Cause Suggestion

Playback stops abruptly, or the CD changer pauses or stops during playback.

No sound. The CD changer is not correctly con-

Sound is noisy or distorted. The CD changer is not correctly con-

CD skips. CD is dirty or damaged. Clean or repair the CD (see “CD Care

Remote control does not work. Too far from the CD changer. Move closer to the CD changer.

Receiver remote control does not work. The control cable is not plugged in. Properly plug in the control cable.

A CD is loaded backwards. Load the CD with the label side to the

left.

CD is dirty or scratched. Clean the CD (see “CD Care Tips” on

Page 18). Recheck all connections.

nected. The receiver/amplifier is not set to the

correct input. The rec e iv er /amplifier’s volu me is set

too low. A CD is loaded backwards. Load the CD with the label side to the

nected. Interference from another electronic

device.

Another device’s cable is plugged into

CONTROL IN

the Weak batteries. Replace the batteries.

Audio cables are not plugged in. Properly plug in audio cables.

jack.

Check the receiver/amplifier’s input setting.

Turn up the receiver/amplifier’s volume.

left. Recheck all connections.

Turn off nearby appliances, or use a different AC outlet for the appliance.

Tips” on Page 18) or try a different CD.

Use the other device’s remote control.

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Troubleshooting

Self-Diagnostics

The CD-8400 has a self-diagnostic function. When the CD changer detects an abnormal condition, it displays an error number on the display. If this happens, try the suggestion shown. If the error number still appears, take the CD changer to your local RadioShack store for assistance.

Symptom Possible Cause Suggestion

The disc is not loaded properly. Load the CD with the label side to the left.

The CD might be dirty. Clean the CD. Check to see if there is a foreign object in the slot.

Mechanism operation error. Check to see if there is a foreign object in the slot.

Unplug the power cord and plug it in again.

Rack cover error. Check to see if the rack cover is blocked by anything.

Unplug the power cord and plug it in again.

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Care and Maintenance

You r Optimus CD-8400 101-Disc Com pac t Disc Changer is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for the CD changer so you can enjoy it for years.

Keep the CD changer dry . If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids can contain minerals that can corrode electronic circuits.

Handle the CD changer gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage the circuit boards and case and can cause it to work improperly.

Use and store the CD changer only in normal temperature environments. T emperature extremes can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage batteries in the remote control, and distort or melt plastic parts.

Keep the CD changer away from dust and dirt, which can cause premature wear of parts.

D Care Tips

Wipe the CD changer with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the CD changer.

Modifying or tampering with the CD changer’s internal parts can cause a malfunction and might invalidate your CD changer’s warranty. If your CD changer is not working as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.

Even though a CD is very durable, you should handle it with care.

• Keep the CD inside the CD changer or in its protective case or s le eve when you are not playing it.

• Handle a CD by its edges to avoid fingerprints which can prevent the CD changer’s laser beam from accurately reading the CD. Your local RadioShack store sells a suitable CD cleaner kit.

• Do not write on either side of the CD, particularly the non-label side. (Signals are read from the non-label side.)

• Keep the CD dry. A water drop can act as a lens and affect the laser beam’s focus.

If a CD skips or the CD changer displays Υ1 when you try to play it, it might be scratched. Your local Radi oShac k store sells a Scratch ’n Fix kit (Cat. No. 42-

127) that might help remove the scratch and stop the skip. See also “Troubleshooting” on Page 16.

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Specifications

)

Audio Frequency Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–20,000 H

Wow and Flutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . Limit of Measurement (0.001% or less, EIAJ

Disc Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- and 5-inc

Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 V AC, 60 H

Power Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Watt

Size (HWD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71/2 × 169/16 × 1513/16 Inche

(190 × 420 × 402 mm

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 lbs 5o

(6.5 kg

Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice.

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Limited One-Year Warranty

This product is warr anted by RadioSh ack against manufa cturi ng defects in material and w orkmanship under normal use for one (1) year from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioS hack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the limitations on how lon cidental or consequential dama In the event of a product defect d urin sales receipt as proof of pur chas e date to an y RadioSh ack sto re. RadioS hack wi ll, at its optio n, unless otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defec t by product re pair with out char labor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar desi price. All replaced par ts and products, and pr oducts on which a re fund is made, becom e the property of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and pr oducts may be used in the perform ance of warranty service. R epaired or replaced parts and pr oducts are warranted for the remain der of the ori

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