PD5208 O/M.QXD 8/22/01 4:31 PM Page 13 PORTABLE CD PLAYER WITH AM/FM RADIO OWNER’S MANUAL PD5208 Visit our web site at www.emersonradio.
PD6528 O/M.QXD 9/19/01 2:20 PM Page 1 Thank you For purchasing the “CD Cruiser TM” Portable CD audio system from Emerson. This uniquely designed product has a built-in CD/CD-R/CD-RW player with programmable memory and repeat playback. It also features a great sounding AM/FM stereo radio and a stereo cassette player/recorder that will allow you to make direct recordings from either the radio or the CD player.
PD5208 O/M.QXD 8/22/01 4:31 PM Page 2 PREPARATION FOR USE Unpacking and Setup • Carefully remove the unit from the display carton and remove all packing material from the unit itself. • Remove any descriptive labels that may be found on either the front or top cabinet of the unit. Do not remove any labels located on either the back or bottom cabinet of the unit. • The detachable AC power cord is packed in the carton separately from the unit.
PD5208 O/M.QXD 8/22/01 4:31 PM Page 3 PREPARATION FOR USE (CONTINUED) Battery Operation The battery compartment is located on the bottom of the cabinet. • Remove the battery compartment door by sliding the battery compartment open. • Insert 8 ‘C’ size (UM-2) batteries into the battery compartment as shown in the figure below. Be sure to observe the polarity markings which are engraved inside the battery compartment. If the batteries are inserted incorrectly, the unit will not operate.
PD5208 O/M.QXD 8/22/01 4:31 PM Page 4 LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 1 2 34 5 6 7 8 14 15 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 9 10 11 16 17 18 19 VOLUME Control BASS BOOST Button SKIP/Search / Buttons FM STEREO Indicator REPEAT Button AM/FM Dial Scale and Pointer CD Display CD Compartment Door PLAY/PAUSE Indicator CD OPEN/CLOSE Area FM Rod Antenna 12 13 20 12. TUNING Control 13. FUNCTION (AM/FM ST./POWER OFF/CD) Switch (Side of Unit) 14. POWER Indicator 15. REPEAT Indicator 16.
PD5208 O/M.QXD 8/22/01 4:31 PM Page 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LISTENING TO THE RADIO 1 2 3 Slide the FUNCTION switch to the AM or FM ST position; the POWER indicator will light. NOTE: If you select the FM band, be sure to raise the FM rod antenna and extend it to its full length. Set the VOLUME control to a low setting. Rotate the TUNING control to select a station. The FM STEREO indicator will light when a strong FM station is received. 4 5 1 2 Adjust the VOLUME ❶ and BASS BOOST ❷ as desired.
PD5208 O/M.QXD 8/22/01 4:31 PM Page 6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) PLAYING COMPACT DISCS NORMAL PLAYBACK 1 2 3 Slide the FUNCTION switch to the CD position; the POWER indicator will light. Set the VOLUME control to a low setting. Press the CD Door OPEN/CLOSE area to open the CD Compartment Door. 4 5 6 Place a CD on the center spindle, with the printed label side facing up. Close the CD Compartment Door.
PD5208 O/M.QXD 8/22/01 4:31 PM Page 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) CD PAUSE CONTROL 1 2 During CD playback, if you wish to pause the disc momentarily, press the PLAY/PAUSE (❿ ) button again. Playback stops but the disc continues to spin and the PLAY/PAUSE indicator will blink. Press the PLAY/PAUSE (❿ ) button again to release Pause and resume normal CD playback. The sound returns and the PLAY/PAUSE indicator will light solid.
PD5208 O/M.QXD 8/22/01 4:31 PM Page 8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) REPEAT PLAYBACK 1 2 2 2 3 3 2 1 1 To repeat a single track, press the REPEAT button ❶ once; the REPEAT indicator will blink. Press the SKIP/Search or button ❷ to select the specific track that you wish to repeat. When the desired track number appears in the display, press the PLAY/PAUSE (❿ ) button ❸ to begin playback. The specific track you selected will be repeated continuously.
PD5208 O/M.QXD 8/22/01 4:31 PM Page 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) 4 5 1 1 6 1 1 2 2 Press the SKIP/Search or button ❶ to select the first track that you wish to program. Example: Track 5. When the desired track number (Track 5) appears in the display, press the PROGRAM button ❷ again, the next program number will then appear in the display. Press either the SKIP/Search or button ❶ to select the next track you wish to program (Example: Track 8).
PD5208 O/M.QXD 8/22/01 4:31 PM Page 10 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Caring for Compact Discs • Treat the disc carefully. Handle the disc only by its edges. Never allow your fingers to come in contact with the shiny, unprinted side of the disc. • Do not attach adhesive tape, stickers, etc. to the disc label. • Clean the disc periodically with a soft, lint-free, dry cloth. Never use detergents or abrasive cleaners to clean the disc. If necessary, use a CD cleaning kit.
PD5208 O/M.QXD 8/22/01 4:31 PM Page 11 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking service: Symptom Possible Cause Solution Station not tuned properly for AM or FM. Retune the AM or FM broadcast station. FM: Telescopic antenna is not properly adjusted. Reorient FM telescopic antenna. AM: Unit is not positioned correctly. Rotate unit until best reception is obtained. STEREO indicator does not light. Station is not broadcasting in stereo.
PD5208 O/M.QXD 8/22/01 4:31 PM Page 12 EMERSON RADIO CORP. LIMITED WARRANTY What does this warranty cover? Any manufacturing defects in original material, including original parts and workmanship, under normal use and conditions. For how long? For a period of ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase in the U.S.
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