Sing-Along CD Player with Headset Microphone OWNER'S MANUAL DTE516 Copyright 2006 Viacom International Inc. All rights reserved. Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., Nicktronics, Dora the Explorer and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom International Inc.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC 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 SERVICE PERSONNEL. DANGEROUS VOLTAGE: 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 product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made. INFORMATION: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 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.
Emerson Radio Corp. has produced this audio product under license from Nickelodeon. We have taken great care to make sure your unit was in perfect working order when it left our factory. It has been designed to give you many years of enjoyment and trouble-free operation. Read this manual before operating this unit to become familiar with its features. In the event you require technical assistance, please contact the Emerson Radio Customer Service hotline at 1-800-898-9020.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS TOP OF UNIT 5 1 6 MIN SEC 7 8 9 10 2 3 4 / PAUSE 1. Display (see page 7) 3. STOP/OFF (X) Button 2. 4. PLAY/PAUSE (®p) Button SKIP/SEARCH o Button 5. CD Compartment 7. P-MODE (Playback Mode) Button 6. 8. 9. CD Door OPEN Button PROG (Program) Button EQ (Equalizer) Button 10.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS (CONTINUED) SIDE OF UNIT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1. VOLUME LIMITER (ON/OFF) Switch 3. HOLD (ON/OFF) Switch 2. 4. 5. 6. 7. BBS (Bass Boost System) (ON/OFF) Switch VOLUME Control HEADPHONES MIC Jack Jack DC 4.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS (CONTINUED) DISPLAY 1 2 6 7 8 3 4 9 10 5 1. Repeat 1/ALL Indicators 3. PROG (Program) Indicator 2. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. SHUFF (Shuffle) Indicator INTRO Indicator Track/Time Indicator HOLD Indicator BASS BOOST Indicator Battery Indicator ANTI-SHOCK Indicator 10.
POWER SOURCES This CD player requires either two (2) “AA” batteries (not included) or an AC adapter (not included). BATTERY INSTALLATION The battery indicator will blink when the batteries need replacing. 1. Open the Battery Compartment door by removing the screw. 2. Insert two (2) “AA” cell batteries (not included) according to the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment. Alkaline batteries are recommended for the longest playing time. 3. Replace the Battery Compartment door and screw securely.
POWER SOURCES (CONTINUED) AC OPERATION To operate the unit using AC power, connect an AC adapter (not included) to an AC outlet having 120V AC, 60Hz only. Plug the small end into the DC 4.5V IN jack on the side of the unit and connect the other end into the AC outlet. The batteries are automatically disconnected when the AC adapter is used. CAUTION: When not using AC power, disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet by pulling the plug (not the cord). Do not touch the AC adapter with wet hands.
OPERATION TO INSERT AND PLAY A CD 1 2 MIN SEC / PAUSE Open the CD compartment lid by pressing the CD Door OPEN button and then following the illustration above. Insert a disc onto the center spindle (label side up) and push down gently to make sure it is securely on the spindle. Close the CD compartment lid. 3 Insert the blue plug from the 1 headphones set into the HEADPHONES jack or just listen through the speaker.
OPERATION (CONTINUED) 5 6 MIN SEC MIN SEC / / PAUSE PAUSE When the disc is through playing, it will stop. Press the STOP/OFF (X) button to stop the disc before it is finished. To turn the unit off, press the STOP/OFF (X) button twice. CD PLAYBACK NOTES: • This unit is capable of playing standard CDs or 3” singles; no adapter is required. • If a disc is inserted incorrectly, dirty, damaged or not present at all, “DISC” will appear in the display.
OPERATION (CONTINUED) EQ BUTTON 1 Repeatedly press the EQ (Equalizer) button to cycle through the following modes: POP, ROCK, SRR (surround) and off (normal). MIN SEC / PAUSE HOLD SWITCH 1 To prevent accidentally pressing a button while walking, etc., slide the HOLD switch to the ON position; “HOLD” will appear in the display. When you want to use these buttons again, slide the HOLD switch back to the OFF position.
OPERATION (CONTINUED) TO REPEATEDLY PLAY BACK ONE TRACK 2 MIN SEC 4 1 3 2 MIN SEC / PAUSE 1 / PAUSE Turn on the unit and insert a CD, then press the P-MODE button once; the Repeat 1 indicator ( ) will appear in the display. Press the SKIP/SEARCH o 1 or n 2 button to select a track and press the PLAY/PAUSE (®p) button ❸ to start playback and the unit will play the track on the CD over and over until the STOP/OFF (■) button 4 is pressed.
OPERATION (CONTINUED) INTRO PLAY 1 2 MIN SEC MIN SEC / / PAUSE PAUSE Turn on the unit and insert a CD, then press the P-MODE button three times; “INTRO” will appear in the display. Press the PLAY/PAUSE (®p) 1 button to begin playback. The unit will play the first 10 seconds of each track. TO RANDOMLY PLAY BACK A CD 1 2 MIN SEC MIN SEC / / PAUSE PAUSE Turn on the unit and insert a CD, then press the P-MODE button four times; the “SHUFF” indicator will appear in the display.
OPERATION (CONTINUED) TO PROGRAM THE MEMORY 1 2 MIN SEC MIN SEC 3 2 1 / / PAUSE PAUSE Turn on the unit and insert a CD, then press the PROG button; the PROG indicator and “00” will blink, then “01” (program number) will appear in the display. 3 Select the first track to be played back using the SKIP/SEARCH o 1 or n 2 button, then press the PROG button ❸ again. Repeat this step to program additional tracks, up to 20 tracks.
OPERATION (CONTINUED) DIGITAL ANTI-SHOCK SYSTEM This CD player has a built-in, 45-second Anti-Shock system that cuts down on CD skipping, which is useful when using the CD player in the car. Read the steps below to understand the Anti-Shock System. 1 2 MIN SEC / PAUSE Open the CD compartment lid by pressing the CD Door OPEN button and then following the illustration above. Insert a CD, then press the 1 PLAY/PAUSE (®p) button to turn the unit on.
5 OPERATION (CONTINUED) If the vibration continues for more than 45 seconds, the unit may skip. If no more vibration occurs, the music signals are once again stored into the memory and “ANTI” will stop flashing indicating that the memory is full. SINGING ALONG This unit has a Microphone jack and a headset with a built-in microphone. This headset allows you to sing along with the CD as follows: 1 Start playback as described on page 10.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Caring for Compact Discs • Treat the compact disc carefully. Handle the compact disc only by its edges. Never allow your fingers to come in contact with the shiny, unprinted side of the compact disc. • Do not attach adhesive tape, stickers, etc. to the compact disc label. • Clean the compact disc periodically with a soft, lint-free, dry cloth. Never use detergents or abrasive cleaners to clean the compact disc. If necessary, use a CD cleaning kit.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If you experience a problem with this unit, check the chart below before calling for service. SYMPTOM Unit will not turn on. CAUSE SOLUTION Weak or dead Replace batteries. Batteries not Insert correctly. AC adapter Check AC adapter batteries. inserted correctly. not connected. Disc will not play. CD compartment not closed. connection. Close CD compartment. Disc inserted incorrectly. Reinsert disc correctly. Dirty or defective Try another disc.
EMERSON RADIO CORP. LIMITED WARRANTY Emerson Radio Corp. warrants manufacturing defects in original material, including original parts and workmanship, under normal use and conditions, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase in the U.S. With your dated proof of purchase, we will provide repair service at no charge for labor and parts at an authorized Depot Repair Facility, or replace the product at our discretion.
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