IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The Music Element 2.1 CD Micro System is designed to give you years of service if handled properly. Ensure that you heed all
warnings to minimize product malfunction and reduce the chances of incurring personal injury. Before using the unit, observe
the following guidelines to ensure proper care and maintenance.
WARNING
- TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR
OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTEDTO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
- TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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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.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids such as vases, shall be placed on
the apparatus.
8) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
9) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
10) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
11) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
12) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK) NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
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.
NOTE
The rating label is printed on the bottom casing of the main unit and speaker, and at the back of the subwoofer.
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Music Element
2.1 CD Micro System
Model: HMS388
USER MANUAL
CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................................................. 1
Introduction .............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Getting Started ......................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Unpacking ......................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Product Overview .................................................................................................................................................................... 4
CD Player ......................................................................................................................................................................... 4
VFD Display ...................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Remote Control ................................................................................................................................................................. 5
NXT* Satellite Speakers and Subwoofer .......................................................................................................................... 5
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Main Unit ........................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Speakers and Subwoofer ................................................................................................................................................. 6
Remote Control ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Handling and Cleaning Discs / Disc Lens ......................................................................................................................... 7
Cables and Plugs .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
Setting up the System ............................................................................................................................................................. 8
Connecting Speakers / Subwoofer ................................................................................................................................... 8
Connecting the Main Unit ................................................................................................................................................. 9
Inserting Battery into the Remote Control ......................................................................................................................... 9
Wall-mounting the Speakers (Optional) ............................................................................................................................ 9
Additional Connections (Optional) .................................................................................................................................. 10
Basic Operations ................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Setting the Clock ............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Loading Discs .................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Playback .......................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Adjusting Volume .............................................................................................................................................................11
Repeat Playback ............................................................................................................................................................. 12
Random Playback ........................................................................................................................................................... 12
Adjusting Sound Effects .................................................................................................................................................. 12
Adjusting Equalizer Effects ............................................................................................................................................. 13
Sleep Timer..................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Tuner ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Auto / Manual Tuning ...................................................................................................................................................... 13
Preset Memory ............................................................................................................................................................... 14
Mono and Stereo ............................................................................................................................................................ 14
RDS Operation (European Models Only) ....................................................................................................................... 14
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Specifications ........................................................................................................................................................................ 16
About Oregon Scientific ........................................................................................................................................................ 17
Copyright ................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
FCC Statement ....................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................................................................................... 17
EC-Declaration of Conformity .............................................................................................................................................. 18
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Oregon ScientificTM Music Element 2.1 CD Micro System HMS388 as your personal product of
choice. The sleek, slimline CD Micro System features a digital amplifier, and includes 2 satellite speakers and a subwoofer that
delivers crisp, clear audio via flat panel speaker technology powered by NXT* SurfaceSound®, delivering total power output
of 55 watts.
The system supports playback on MP3, WMA, CDDA, CD-R and CD-RW discs and features adjustable sound and equalizer
effects. The sleek metallic charcoal main unit and slim speakers is an attractive, yet unobtrusive centrepiece to any entertainment
room.
Other features include:
• 7 equalizer effects: Rock, Jazz, Concert, Club, Pop, Classic and Dance
• Adjustable bass and treble sound effects
• AM / FM digital tuner with 40 preset radio stations (RDS message available on European models only)
• Digital clock
• Bright VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display) with LED indicators
• 25W subwoofer with speaker driver
• Wall-mount units for speakers
• Ultra slim remote control with metal tablet buttons
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GETTING STARTED
UNPACKING
When you unpack your Music Element 2.1 CD Micro System, make sure to keep all the packing materials in a safe place, in case
you need to later return it for servicing.
In this box you will find:
• Main CD player unit
• 2 NXT* satellite speakers with speaker cable wire attached
• 1 subwoofer with wire attached
• Power cord
• AM loop antenna
• FM pigtail antenna
• 2 wall-mount units
• 8 screws for speaker wall-mount units
• Allen key
• Remote control with 1 CR2025 battery cell
• Lint-free cloth
• User manual
• Quick start guide
• 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 manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical
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equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
CD PLAYER
FRONT VIEW / TOP VIEW
1. Standby button
2. Play LED indicator
3. Repeat all / Repeat 1 LED indicator
4. RDS / Random LED indicator
5. Infrared sensor
6. VFD display
7. Disc lid open / close button
8. Play button
9. Pause button
10. Stop button
11. Previous button
12. Next / Clock set button
13. Button for decreasing volume /
decreasing clock hour or minutes in
clock mode
14. Button for increasing volume /
increasing clock hour or minutes in
clock mode
BACK VIEW
VFD DISPLAY
1. Earphone jack
2. FM antenna jack
3. AM antenna jack
4. Audio out jack
5. Aux in jack
6. Speaker wire connectors (R, L, SUB)
7. AC-IN jack
1. Full segment (shows track no., track time, clock, preset radio station)
2. AM (kHz) / FM (MHz)
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1. Standby
2. Numeric keypad
3. Play
4. Stop
5. Sleep timer
6. Random / Mem
7. Display / RDS
8. Mute / Unmute
9. Pause
10. Sound effects
11. Directional controller
a. EQ
b. mem+
c. tune+ / next
d. tune- / previous
e. mem-
12. Stereo / Repeat all / Repeat 1
13. Increase / Decrease volume and clock
hours / minutes
14. AM / FM
15. Aux
NXT* SATELLITE SPEAKERS AND SUBWOOFER
FRONT VIEW FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
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