User manual CURTIS RCD163E

Know these Audio safety symbols safety afety C AU T I O N RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN For Customer Use Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the bottom of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. ________________________ Serial No. _________________________ 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. This "bolt of lightning" indicates uninsulated material within your unit which may cause an electrical shock. For the safety of everyone in your household, please do not remove product covering. The "exclamation point" calls attention to features for which you should read the enclosed literature closely to prevent operating and maintenance problems. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, AND FULLY INSERT. CAUTION: CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Portable Radio W ith CD Player RCD163E 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 a damp cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer´s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundingAC Polarized Plug 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. 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. Use only with a cart , stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. NOTES This product complies with the FCC-Rules, Part 15 and with 21 CFR 1040.10. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1 This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation. 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, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 15. Battery usage CAUTION. To prevent battery leakage which may result in bodily injury or damage to the unit: · Install all batteries correctly, +and - as marked on the unit. · Do not mix batteries ( old and new or carbon and alkaline , etc.). · Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time. L 'appareil répond aux normes FCC, Part 15 et 21 CFR 1040.10. Fonctionnement soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: 1 Cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d'interférences nuisibles, et 2 Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence reçue, y compris les interférences susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionement peu satisfaisant. CAUTION L 'emploi de commandes, de réglages ou l'application de procédures autres que ceux mentionnés dans ce manuel peuvent occasionner des radiations d'exposition ou un fonctionnement dangereux. El aparato cumple las normas FCC, Parte 15 y 21 CFR 1040.10. Funcionamiento dependiente de dos condiciones siguientes: 1 Este aparato no puede provocar interferencia dañina, y 2 Este aparato debe aceptar cualquier interferencia recibida, incluyendo las interferencias que pueden provocar un funcionamiento insuficiente. ATENCIÓN El uso de mandos o ajustes o la ejecucción de métodos que no sean los aquí descritos puede ocasionar peligro de exposición a radiación. CANADA English: This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Français: Cet appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le Régelement sur le Brouillage Radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada. 2 3 English CONTROLS 1 POWER SUPPLY Power Supply Whenever convenient, use the power supply if you want to conserve battery life. Make sure you remove the plug from the set and wall outlet before inserting batteries. Batteries (not included) Open the battery compartment and insert eight batteries, type R-14, UM-2 or C-cells, (preferably Alkaline) with the correct polarity as indicated by the "+" and "­" symbols inside the compartment. Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed of properly. Incorrect use of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and will corrode the compartment or cause the batteries to burst. Therefore: · Do not mix battery types: e.g. alkaline with carbon zinc. Only use batteries of the same type for the set. · When inserting new batteries, do not try to mix old batteries with the new ones. · Remove the batteries if the set is not to be used for a long time. Using AC Power 1 Check if the power voltage, as shown on the type plate located on the bottom of the set, corresponds to your local AC power supply. If it does not, consult your dealer or service center. 2 Connect the power cord to the AC MAINS inlet and the wall outlet. The power supply is now connected and ready for use. 3 To switch off completely, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. · Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet to protect your set during heavy thunderstorms. 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Top and front panels (See 1 ) 13 14 15 16 17 18 20 19 VOLUME - adjusts volume level. 2 FUNCTION SELECTOR - selects source of sound CD, OFF or RADIO. 3 STEREO HEADPHONE JACK - 3.5mm stereo headphone jack. 4 REPEAT - repeats a track / CD / program. 5 PROGRAM CD : - programs and reviews programmed track numbers. 6 SEARCH , CD: - skips or searches a passage / track backwards or forward. 7 STOP - stops CD playback; erases a CD program. 8 PRESS TO PLAY - starts or pauses CD play. 9 CD DOOR - lift here to open / close the CD door. 10 TELESCOPIC ANTENNA - pull out to improve to FM reception. 11 FM STEREO INDICATOR - shows the FM stereo indication. 12 DIAL POINTER WINDOW - shows the AM/FM dial frequency. 13 REPEAT INDICATOR - shows the Repeat indication. 14 PROGRAM INDICATOR - shows the Program indication. 15 DISPLAY - shows the CD functions. 16 PLAY/PAUSE INDICATOR - shows the Play/Pause indication. 17 TUNING CONTROL - selects FM/AM stations. 18 BAND SELECTOR (FM ST. · FM · AM) - selects FM ST. / FM / AM waveband. Back Panel (See 1 ) 4 x 2 R14 · UM2 · C-CELLS DOOR ­ to open battery compartment. 20 AC MAINS ­ inlet for power cord. 19 BATTERY 4 5 BASIC FUNCTIONS Switching power on/off: Save energy Whether you are using mains or battery supply, to avoid unnecessary energy consumption always adjust the source selector to off. General operation 1 To select your sound source adjust the source selector to CD/OFF/RADIO . 2 Adjust the sound with the VOLUME. 3 To switch off the set, adjust the source selector to off position. RADIO ­ For FM, pull out the telescopic antenna. Incline and turn the antenna. Reduce its length if the signal is too strong (very close to a transmitter). ­ For AM the set is provided with a built-in antenna so the telescopic antenna is not needed. Direct the antenna by turning the whole set. CD PLAYER CD Player Playing a CD This CD-player can play Audio Discs, CD-R and CDRewritables. Do not try to play CD-ROM, CDi, VCD, DVD or computer CD. 1 Adjust the source selector to CD. Display: shows - - Briefly. 2 To open the CD door, lift the CD door at the edge marked OPEN/CLOSE. 3 Insert a CD, CD-R or CD-RW with the printed side Facing up and press the CD door gently close. 4 Press on the set to start playback. 5 To pause playback press . To resume, press again. 6 To stop CD playback, press STOP . Note: CD play will also stop when: ­ you open the CD compartment; ­ you select RADIO sound source; ­ the CD has reached to the end. Selecting a different track During playback you can use or to select a particular track. · If you have selected a track number in the stop or pause position, press to start playback. · Press once briefly for the next track, or press repeatedly until the desired track number appears in the display. · Press once briefly to return to the beginning of a current track. · Press more than once briefly for a previous track. Finding a passage within a track 1 Press and hold down or . · The CD is played at high speed and low volume. 2 When you recognize the passage you want release or . Normal playback resumes. Different play modes: Repeat repeat ­ plays the current track continuously repeat all ­ plays the entire CD continuously Programming track numbers You may store up to 32 tracks in the desired sequence. If you like, store any track more than once. 1 In the STOP mode, press or for your desired track. 2 When your chosen track number appears, press PROG MODE once to store the track. PROG LED flashes and the display shows Prog briefly followed by your selected track number. 3 Repeat steps 1 to 2 to select and store all desired tracks in this way. 4 To play your program, press . Reviewing your set program · In the STOP mode, press PROG MODE. The display shows your stored track numbers in sequence. RADIO Radio reception 1. Slide the FUNCTION selector to RADIO. 2. Slide the BAND selector to a desired setting - FM STEREO, FM, AM. 3. Rotate the TUNING control to find the desired stations. NOTE: If the BAND selector is set to the FM stereo position and you have tuned to an FM stereo station, the FM stereo LED indicator will light. 4. When you have finished listening, slide the FUNCTION selector to the OFF position to shut the power off. Erasing a program You can erase the contents of the memory by: ­ opening the CD door; ­ selecting RADIO source; ­ pressing (twice during playback or in the stop Position) 6 7 MAINTENANCE & SAFETY Precautions & General Maintenance · Place the set on a hard and flat surface so that the system does not tilt. · Do not expose the set, batteries or CDs to humidity, rain, sand or excessive heat caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight. · Do not cover the set. Adequate ventilation with a minimum gap of 6 inches between the ventilation holes and surrounding surfaces is necessary to prevent heat build-up. · The mechanical parts of the set contain selflubricating bearings and must not be oiled or lubricated. · To clean the set, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use any cleaning agents containing alcohol, ammonia, benzene or abrasives as these may harm the housing. CD player and CD handling · The lens of the CD player should never be touched! · Sudden changes in the surrounding temperature can cause condensation to form and the lens of your CD player to cloud over. Playing a CD is then not possible. Do not attempt to clean the lens but leave the set in a warm environment until the moisture evaporates. · Always close the CD door to keep the CD compartment dust-free. To clean, dust the compartment with a soft dry cloth. · To clean the CD, wipe in a straight line from the center towards the edge using a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use cleaning agents as they may damage the disc. · Never write on a CD or attach any stickers to it. TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair. Do not open the set as there is a risk of electric shock. If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service center. WARNING: ­ Problem · Solution No sound /power Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty. no disc indication ­ No CD inserted · Insert a CD, CD-R or CD-RW ­ CD badly scratched or dirty · Replace/ clean CD, see Maintenance ­ Laser lens steamed up · Wait until lens has cleared ­ CD-R is blank or the disc is not finalized · Use a finalized CD-R CD playback does not work ­ CD badly scratched/ dirty · Replace/ clean CD (see maintenance) ­ Laser lens steamed up · Wait until lens has adjusted to room temperature The CD skips tracks ­ CD damaged or dirty · Replace or clean CD ­ Program is active · Quit Program mode(s) ­ Volume not adjusted · Adjust the VOLUME ­ power cord not securely connected · Connect the AC power cord properly ­ Batteries dead/ incorrectly inserted · Insert (fresh) batteries correctly Display does not function does not function properly/ No reaction to operation of any of the controls ­ Electrostatic discharge · Switch off and unplug the set. Reconnect after a few seconds X Environmental information We have done our best to reduce the packaging and make it easy to separate into 3 materials: cardboard, paper pulp and expandable polyethylene. Your set consists of materials which can be recycled if disassembled by a specialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packaging, dead batteries and old equipment.. 8 9