Oregon DDM328 USER MANUAL

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Music Orbit + Music Station

Portable MP3 / WMA / CD Player

with Stereo Speaker Dock

Model: DDM328

User Manual

SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE

The Music Orbit + Music Station Portable MP3 / WMA / CD Player with Stereo Speaker Dock are designed to give you years of service if handled properly. All safety and operating instructions in this user manual should be read before using the products, and retained for future reference. Ensure that you heed all warnings to minimize product malfunction and reduce the chances of incurring personal injury. Before using the units, observe the following guidelines to ensure proper care and maintenance.

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 products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

• Do not subject the units to extreme impact, shock or fluctuations in humidity.

• Do not expose the units to dripping and splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the units.

• Do not leave the units exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time. This may deform or discolour the cabinet and may also cause malfunction.

• Do not place the units near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus that produce excessive heat.

• Keep your units in a dry, well-ventilated place to prevent it from molding. Do not use or store the units in locations that may adversely affect the product such as rain, snow, moisture, dust or desert.

• For added protection for the product during a lightning storm, or when it is not used for long periods of time, unplug the units from the wall outlet and disconnect any cables. This will prevent damage to the products due to lightning and power-line surges.

• Stains on the units should be wiped off with a soft, lint-free cloth. If they are heavily stained, wipe them with a cloth soaked in water-diluted neutral detergent and wrung well, then wipe clean. Never use alcohol, solvent, chemical, paint thinner or benzene to clean the units. Remember to unplug the units from any electrical socket or AC adaptor first before cleaning.

AUDIO CDs, MP3-CDs, WMA-CDs / DISC LENS

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.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

means that the player's laser construction makes it inherently safe so that the legally prescribed maximum permissible radiation values can never be exceeded.

PLAYER, LINE REMOTE AND SPEAKER DOCK

CAUTION

• Using any equipment or devices other than those described and specified in these operating instructions, or tampering with the units in any way, can result in dangerous exposure to radiation.

• The player employs a laser. Do not attempt to disassemble the casing. The laser beam is harmful to the eyes.

• The use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in exposure to hazardous radiation.

• To avoid electrical shock, do not open any cabinet or touch any exposed circuitry. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

• Avoid touching the player lens. If you do, you may damage the lens and the player may not operate properly.

• Do not insert any foreign objects or drop anything into any openings as this could cause serious damage, possibly resulting in fire.

Use only digital audio CDs that have the

• Never write or attach any stickers on an audio or MP3 / WMA CD. Hold CDs by the edges, or by one edge and the hole. Do not touch the signal surfaces. Store CDs in its box after use with the label facing up.

AC ADAPTOR

• If a disc becomes dirty, wet a soft, lint-free cloth in water, wring it out well, wipe the dirt away gently, and then remove any water drops with a dry cloth. Wipe discs from the inner edge of the disc toward the outer perimeter in a straight line. Never wipe the disc in a circular motion since circular scratches are likely to occur and could cause noise during playback.

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• Do not use record cleaning sprays or antistatic agents on discs. Also, never clean discs with benzene, thinner, or other volatile solvents that may cause damage to disc surface.

• To prevent the player's disc lens from accumulating dust or dry particles, use a camera lens brush / blower and blow on the lens, then wipe lightly with the brush to remove dust.

• If the disc lens is covered with fingerprints, clean with a cotton swab starting in the middle and working toward the outside edge.

RECHARGEABLE / DRY BATTERIES

To prevent battery damage, electrolyte leakage and short-circuiting, heed the following points.

• Do not peel off the covering on batteries and do not use if covering has been peeled off.

• Ensure the battery polarity is correctly aligned when putting the batteries in the unit.

• Do not mix together different types or brands of batteries or old and new batteries.

• Remove all batteries if you do not intend to use the player for a long time.

• Do not attempt to recharge AA batteries.

• Do not allow metal objects to touch the battery terminals as this may cause short-circuiting and increase the chance of fire and personal injury.

HEADPHONES

• Do not listen with your headphones at a high volume.

• If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.

• Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle.

• Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with the headphones that directly contact your skin. Continued use may cause rashes or other allergic reactions.

SERVICING THE PRODUCT

• The units should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:

• The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has

been damaged.

• Objects or liquids have gotten into the units.

• The units have been exposed to rain or excessive

moisture.

• The units do not operate normally or exhibits a

marked change in performance.

• The units have been dropped or the casing has

been damaged.

• When parts need replacing, ensure the authorized service center uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

• Upon completion of any service or repairs to the products, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the products are in proper operating condition.

AC ADAPTOR

• This units 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 product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to operating instructions.

• Do not touch the adaptor with wet hands, forcibly bend it in any way, or place heavy objects on top of it.

• Connect only the AC adaptor provided with the unit.

• When unplugging the AC adaptor from the wall, always pull the plug or connector, not the cord.

• Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

• Leaving the AC adaptor connected can cause the batteries to go flat. Disconnect the AC adaptor from the power outlet after recharging the batteries, and disconnect all power sources if the units will not be used for a long period of time.

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Music Orbit + Music Station

Portable MP3 / WMA / CD Player

with Stereo Speaker Dock

Model: DDM328

USER MANUAL

CONTENTS

Safety and Maintenance .......................................... 1

Player, Line Remote and Speaker Dock ................ 1

Audio CDs, MP3-CDs, WMA-CDs / Disc Lens ...... 1

Rechargeable / Dry Batteries ................................ 2

AC Adaptor ............................................................ 2

Headphones .......................................................... 2

Servicing the Product ............................................ 2

Contents ................................................................... 3

Introduction .............................................................. 4

Unpacking .................................................................4

Product Overview .................................................... 4

Audio Player .......................................................... 4

Line Remote .......................................................... 4

Headphones .......................................................... 5

Speaker Dock ........................................................ 5

Getting Started ......................................................... 6

Using the AC Adaptor ............................................ 6

Using Rechargeable Batteries ............................... 6

Using AA Batteries (Optional) ................................ 7

Connecting the Line Remote and Headphones .....7

Docking the Player to the Speaker Dock ............... 7

Inserting the Player ................................................7

Using the Speaker Dock AC Adaptor ..................... 8

Charging the Player's Batteries ............................. 8

Basic Operations ..................................................... 8

Adjusting Volume ...................................................9

Pause / Stop / Play ................................................ 9

Skipping Tracks ..................................................... 9

Selecting Different Directories

(MP3 / WMA CDs Only) .........................................9

Removing Discs .....................................................9

Hold Function ........................................................ 9

ESP (Electronic Shock Protection) ....................... 10

Clock and Radio ..................................................... 10

Clock ....................................................................10

Radio ................................................................... 10

Program Play Mode (Playlist) ............................... 10

Audio CDs ............................................................ 11

MP3 / WMA CDs .................................................. 11

Repeat and Random Playback .............................. 12

Normal Playback .................................................. 12

Programmed Playback of Playlist

(Audio and MP3 / WMA discs) .............................12

Equalizer ................................................................. 13

Using the Player with an Audio System ............... 13

Troubleshooting .....................................................13

Specifications .........................................................14

Music Orbit Portable MP3 / WMA / CD Player ..... 14

Music Station Stereo Speaker Dock .................... 14

About Oregon Scientific ........................................ 15

FCC Statement ....................................................... 15

Declaration of Conformity .................................... 15

EC-Declaration of Conformity ...............................15

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting the Oregon ScientificTM Music Orbit + Music Station Portable MP3 / WMA / CD Player with Stereo Speaker Dock as your personal products of choice. The ultra-slim and lightweight unit player is just

15.7 mm thick, and along with the line remote, can easily

fit the unit into a travel bag and take it anywhere to listen to your favourite music tracks using long-lasting rechargeable batteries.

With support for CD text and ID3 tagging, the unit is compatible with CD, CD-R and CD-RW discs and MP3 and WMA audio formats. It features sound and playback effects such as a 5-band equalizer, 120-second antishock protection, and programmable playlist. For extended playback, the unit comes with an external battery case that uses AA batteries.

The Speaker Dock plug-and-play docking station is a perfect compliment to the player. Simply insert the player into the Speaker Dock and it begins audio playback, with the Speaker Dock itself serving as an external active speaker and as a battery charging station for the player.

From the Speaker Dock, the unit's playback options including equalizer, sound effects, volume, and programmable playlist can be set. The unit features an FM/AM radio with up to 40 preset stations.

UNPACKING

When you unpack your Music Orbit + Music Station Portable MP3 / WMA / CD Player with Stereo Speaker Dock, make sure to keep all the packing materials in a safe place, in case you need to later return it for servicing.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

AUDIO PLAYER

OUTSIDE VIEW

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1. Input jacks

a. DC IN 4.5V

b. EXT BATT (External battery)

2. Line-out jack

3. Hold / Off / Chg (Charging) switch

4. Charging LED indicator

5. Volume control (- VOL +) button

6. Play / Pause button

7. Stop / Off button

8. Skip / Search (Fast forward / Rewind) button

9. Line remote jack

10. Open lid

INSIDE VIEW

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In this box you will find:

• Music Orbit + Music Station Portable MP3 / WMA / CD Player with Stereo Speaker Dock

• Line remote with LCD

• In-ear headphones

• 2 rechargeable batteries

• External battery case

• AC adaptors (player and Speaker Dock)

• Carrying case

• Lint-free cloth

• User manual

• Warranty card

NOTE

Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packing materials, dead batteries and old equipment.

This equipment has been designed and

NOTE

manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

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1. Lens

2. Rechargeable battery compartment

LINE REMOTE

FRONT VIEW

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1. Connector

2. EQ button

3. Mode button

4. Info / Prog button

5. ESP button

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