Sanyo DTA-1800 User Manual

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Desktop Audio System
with Under-Cupboard
and Wall Mounting Option

Instruction Manual

DTA-1800

SANYO C an ada In c.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

REMOTE CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Battery installation
Controls

BASIC OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Power on/off
Volume control
Muting function
Switching the display

CLOCK/TIMER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Setting the clock
Wake Timer on/off setting

Timer on setting

Timer off setting
SureWake function
Sleep Timer setting
Snooze function

AM/FM TUNER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Listening to the radio
Storing preset stations
Recalling preset station
Preset equalization

CD PLAYER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Playing compact discs
CD skip and search function
Repeat a track or disc
Intro play function
Programmed play
Review the programs
Clear the programs

CARE AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Compact disc care
Cleaning the unit

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Tuner
CD player

SANYO COMFORT WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

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INTRODUCTION

Thank-you for choosing Sanyo. This compact home audio system comes with a built-in CD player,
AM/FM stereo re c e i v e r, clock/alarm/kitchen timer, and a separate full-function remote control that can
be neatly stored in its own holder. This Sanyo unit is uniquely designed to operate in a vertical or
out-of-the-way horizontal position. The slim design of this system, which comes with a detachable
folding bracket for mounting, allows for great versatility in your home or office. It can be:

• Placed upright on a counter or shelf.

• Mounted on a wall.

• Mounted under a shelf or cupboard .

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WA R N I N G : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR

SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.

C A U T I O N:

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT OPEN CASE.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO
U S E R - S E RVICEABLE PA RTS INSIDE. REFER
S E RVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

This symbol alerts you to the pre s e n c e
of uninsulated dangerous voltage within
the pro d u c t ’s case that might be of
s u fficient magnitude to risk electric
shock. Do not open the pro d u c t ’ s case.

This symbol indicates that import a n t
operating and maintenance instru c t i o n s
a re included in the literature
accompanying this pro d u c t .

C A U T I O N

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE
OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT. FULLY INSERT.

DRIPPING WA R N I N G

The unit should not be exposed to dripping or
splashing, and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, should be placed on the unit.

V E N T I L ATION WA R N I N G

N o rmal ventilation for the product should not be blocked.

This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting
safety standards. It meets FCC re q u i rements and
complies with the safety perf o rmance standards of the
U.S. Department of Health and Human Serv i c e .

Wa rn i n g s :

• This CD player employs a laser light beam. Only a
qualified service person should remove the cover
or attempt to service this device, to pre v e n t
possible eye injury.

• The use of controls, adjustments, or pro c e d u re s
other than those specified herein could result in
h a z a rdous radiation exposure .

C A U T I O N :

This compact disc player is classified as a CLASS 1
LASER pro d u c t .

The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the
rear panel.

C A U T I O N !

Invisible laser radiation when the door is open and the
p rotective interlock feature has automatically shut off .
Avoid exposure to beam.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read instru c t i o n s – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2. Retain instru c t i o n s – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future re f e re n c e .

3 . Heed warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4 . Follow instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaner or aero s o l
cleaners. Use a damp cloth only.

6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause
h a z a rd s .

7. Water and moisture – Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near swimming pool, etc.

8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of the
p roduct should follow the manufacture r ’ s instru c t i o n s .

9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surf a c e s
may cause the product and cart combination to overt u rn .

1 0 . Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of

the unit, protecting it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered, for example, by
placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. Do not place the unit in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided according to the manufacture r ’s instru c t i o n s .

11. Power sources – This product should be operated using only 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 local power company. For
p roducts intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

1 2 . P o w e r- c o rd protection – Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched

by items placed on or against them, paying particular attention to the cords where they connect to plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point at which they connect to the pro d u c t .

13. Outdoor antenna grounding – If an outside antenna is connected to the re c e i v e r, be sure the
antenna system is grounded so as to provided some protection against voltage surges and built-up
static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with
re g a rd to proper grounding of the mast and supporting stru c t u r e, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and re q u i rements for the grounding electrode. See figure :

14. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused
for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
p revent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surg e s .

1 5 . Power lines – An outside antenna system should be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other

electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to avoid touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with
them could be fatal.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

16. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles, to avoid the
risk of fire or electric shock.

17. Object and liquid entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch
d a n g e rous voltage points or short-out parts, which could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the pro d u c t .

18. S e rvicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to
d a n g e rous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. Damage requiring service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,

b ) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the pro d u c t ,

c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,

d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those

c o n t rols that are covered by the operating instructions, as an adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often re q u i re extensive work by a qualified technician to re s t o re the product to its normal
o p e r a t i o n .

e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way,

f ) If the product exhibits a drastic change in perf o rm a n c e .

20. Replacement parts – When replacement parts are re q u i red, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts that have been specified by the manufacturer or that have the same specifications as the
original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazard s .

21. Safety check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perf o rm
safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

22. Wall or ceiling mounting – The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
m a n u f a c t u re r .

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

2 4 . Nonuse periods – Unplug the pro d u c t ’s power cord when you will not be using it for an extended period.

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INSTALLATION

Wall/under-cupboard mounting

1. Attach Section A of the bracket onto the wall or
underside of the cupboard with 3 mounting
s c rews (A), washers (B), and nuts (supplied).

2 . If the cabinet bottom has a valance for

f l u o rescent lights, etc., you will need 1 or more
of the supplied spacers (C, D, E, F) to mount the
unit flush with the front of the lowest surf a c e .

3 . I n s e rt the system into Section B as shown with

a rrow (1), and slide it down as shown with
a rrow (2).

4 . Attach the unit onto Section B with 5 mounting

s c rews (supplied).

I t e m D e s c r i p t i o n Q ’t y
A S c re w

MF M5.0 x 70 mm 3 pcs

B Wa s h e r

15.2 x 3.0 mm 6 pcs

C S p a c e r

13.6 x 19.5 mm 6 pcs

D S p a c e r

14.5 x 27 mm 3 pcs

E S p a c e r

15 x 14.5 mm 3 pcs

F S p a c e r 3 pcs

15.2 x 8.5 mm

G S c rew Nut 3 pcs

The unit can now be raised with the hinges of the
bracket so that it fits under your cabinet with the
c o n t rols and the display clearly visible.

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BACK-UP BATTERY INSTALLATION

I n s e rt 2 AA batteries (not supplied) to maintain
timer and tuner/CD programming in case of
power failure .

1. P ress the DISPLA Y b u t t o n

to open the display window.

2. Slide to open the battery

c o v e r.

3 . I n s e rt 2 x AA size batteries.

Close the battery cover, and
p ress down on the display
window until locked.

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