PORTABLE CD/MP3 PLAYER WITH AM/FM STEREO RECEIVER MODEL CD-208 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PLAYS REGULAR MUSIC CD DISCS & MP3 ENCODED DISCS FULLY PROGRAMMABLE PLAYBACK 45 SECOND (CD) & 120 SECOND (MP3) ANTI-SKIP PROTECTION RECEIVES AM/FM STEREO BROADCASTS REPEAT ONE AND REPEAT ALL PLAY FM STEREO AND POWER LED INDICATORS 2 WAY POWER - AC/DC USES 6 SIZE D BATTERIES (not included) PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE IB-CD208(LC)-WM-E-060403
WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THE PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance. 2. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling. 3. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings. 4.
BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO YOUR SET, READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 1. Use only the type and size of batteries mentioned in the operating instructions booklet (batteries are not included with this set, please buy the proper batteries). 2. Do not dispose the batteries into a fire. The cells may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions. 3. Do not open or mutilate the batteries.
CHOOSING THE POWER SOURCES You can use the AC power or batteries as a power source. To a wall outlet NOTE: The polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. BATTERY DOOR (on the bottom of the set) TIP: Replace all the batteries with new ones when the POWER lamp dims or the player stops operating. Before you replace all the batteries, be sure to take out the disc from the player and remember to check the Battery Safety Instructions on Page 3. 1.
PLAYING A CD CD DOOR FUNCTION switch Connect the supplied AC power cord or batteries (refer to page 4). 1 2 3 Slide the FUNCTION switch to the MP3/CD position (power on), the POWER lamp will be on, and the symbol starts a new cycle in the display. POWER lamp Lift the CD DOOR to open it and push a CD down onto the center spindle. The label side of the CD disc should face upward. Close the CD DOOR.
USE THESE BUTTONS FOR ADDITIONAL OPERATIONS Open the CD DOOR by lifting here PHONES jack FUNCTION switch VOLUME control PLAY/ PAUSE STOP Track number SKIP/SEARCH BACKWARD 10+/ALBUM SKIP/SEARCH FORWARD TIP To Press or Adjust Adjust the volume VOLUME control Stop playback STOP button Pause playback Press PLAY/PAUSE, the track number currently playing will flash during pause. Press again to resume play after pause.
CD REPEAT, INTRO AND RANDOM PLAY You may have repeat, intro and random play functions by pressing the REPEAT button. Press the REPEAT button several times, the display will show the followings in turn: REPEAT ONE REPEAT ALL INTRO RANDOM NORMAL PLAY Single Track Repeat Plays one song over and over till you press STOP . Press the REPEAT button once, REPEAT ONE will show in the display. Select the song you want to repeat with either of the SKIP/SEARCH buttons ( or ), or 10+/ALBUM button.
CD PROGRAMMED PLAY You can make a program up to 20 tracks in the specified order you want them to be played. Programming Example Program Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 etc. Track Number (song number) 2 5 8 1 2 4 1 1 etc. 1. Slide the FUNCTION switch to the MP3/CD position. Make sure the set is in the STOP mode. 2. Press the PROGRAM button once. The letters will flash in the display . 3.
MP3 PLAYBACK CD DOOR FUNCTION switch Connect the supplied AC power cord or batteries (refer to page 4). 1 2 3 Slide the FUNCTION switch to the MP3/ CD position. The symbol starts a different cycle in the display, and the POWER lamp lights up. POWER lamp Lift the CD DOOR to open it and push an MP3 disc down onto the center spindle. The label side of the MP3 disc should face upward. Close the CD DOOR, the display will show all the symbols as illustrated.
OTHER MP3 OPERATIONS Operation Press To pause play PLAY/PAUSE button Display window shows Track number currently playing To release pause and resume play PLAY/PAUSE button To stop STOP button Total Total track a l b u m number To turn off the power STOP button once and slide the FUNCTION to OFF position.
MP3 REPEAT, INTRO AND RANDOM PLAY You may have repeat, intro or random play functions by pressing the REPEAT button. Press the REPEAT button several times, the display will show the followings in turn: REPEAT ONE REPEAT DIR REPEAT ALL INTRO RANDOM NORMAL PLAY Single Track Repeat Plays one song over and over till you press the STOP button. Press the REPEAT button once, the words REPEAT ONE will appear in the display.
MP3 PROGRAMMED PLAY The tracks (songs) on the disc can be programmed (arranged in advance) to play in any order you prefer (up to 20 tracks can be programmed). Programming Example Program Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 etc. Album Number (title number) 3 6 10 4 1 7 2 5 etc. Track Number (song number) 3 5 8 1 2 4 1 1 etc. During programming, the word PROGRAM shows in the display. To program play in your preferred order, follow steps below: 1.
BASIC INTRODUCTION TO MP3 MP3 files are music files which have been compressed into the MP3 format. The player plays MP3 files which have been written onto a CD disc. The first thing you will need is an IBM compatible PC computer (at least Pentium class) or an apple computer (at least G3 class) with lots of RAM and a CD-R or CD-RW writer. Then you will need some software. (Either it is in your new computer already or you may have to buy this from MusicMatch or a similar company.
ABOUT MP3 WHAT IS THE MP3? SETTINGS FOR COMPRESSION SOFTWARE AND WRITING SOFTWARE To compress a source for an MP3 MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3) is a standard technology and format for compressing a sound sequence. The file is compressed to about 1/10 of its original size. Sounds outside the range of human hearing are compressed while the sounds we can hear are not compressed. PLAYABLE MP3 FILES ON THIS PLAYER You can only play MP3 files recorded by following requirements.
LISTENING TO THE RADIO FM antenna FUNCTION switch FM stereo lamp POWER lamp BAND switch TUNING knob Connect the supplied AC power cord or batteries (refer to page 4). 1 Slide the FUNCTION switch to the RADIO position, the POWER lamp will turn on. 2 3 4 Slide the BAND switch to the proper band position (AM, FM, or FM STEREO) that you want. TUNING FM ST ER EO Tune into the station you prefer using the TUNING knob. Adjust for the clearest sound.
USE THESE BUTTONS FOR ADDITIONAL OPERATIONS PHONES jack FUNCTION switch TIP • If the FM broadcast is noisy, slide the BAND switch from FM Stereo to FM. • Next time you want to listen to the radio, just slide the FUNCTION switch to the RADIO position. The player will automatically start playing the previously tuned station.
PRECAUTIONS On Power Sources On Safety Do not open the cabinet. As the laser For battery operation, use 6 size D batteries. We recommend alkaline batteries for longer life. beam used in the DISC player section may be harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. When the batteries will not be used for a few weeks or more, remove them to avoid damage that can be caused by battery leakage or corrosion.
MAINTENANCE Cleaning the lens Handling Discs A dirty lens will cause sound skipping. If the lens is very dirty, the player may not work. We suggest using a special cleaning disk (not included) available in most music and Hi-Fi stores. However, if you do not have one, you may use a cotton swab very slightly dampened with alcohol to clean the lens. Dirty, scratched or warped discs may cause skipping or noise. Handle the disc only by the edges. To keep clean, do not touch its surface.
TROUBLE SHOOTING Radio CD/MP3 player General Problem The power is not on. Remedy I nsert the AC plug into a wall outlet securely. Make sure the FUNCTION switch is at the right position as you want. Adjust the volume. Unplug the headphones when listening through speakers. Make sure the batteries are installed correctly and they are fresh. There is no sound. appears in the display even when a disc is in place. Insert a CD or an MP3 disc with the label side up.
SPECIFICATION General Description Power source: AC 120V, 60Hz 12 Watts DC 9V (6 size D batteries, not included) (Alkaline batteries are recommended) Speakers: 2 - 3 1/2 8 ohm Output power: 1.