MPD8853

User’s Guide

Personal AM/FM Stereo

Compact Disc MP3 Player

Before operating this product, please read these instructions completely.

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.

ATTENTION:

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

DANGER:

This product utilizes a Class 1 laser to read Compact Discs.

This laser Compact Disc Player is equipped with safety switches to avoid exposure when the CD door is open and the safety interlocks are defeated. Invisible and hazardous laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. Please do not attempt to defeat or bypass the safety switches.

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.

SURGE PROTECTORS:

It is recommended to use a surge protector for AC connection.

Lightning and power surges ARE NOT covered under warranty for this product.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (CONTINUED)

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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

• Do not open the CD compartment while the CD is rotating.

• Always keep the CD compartment closed when not in use.

• Keep all foreign objects out of the CD compartment.

• Place the unit on a stable surface.

• Avoid installing the unit in locations described below:

• Places exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat radiating appliances such as electric heaters.

• On top of other stereo equipment that radiates too much heat.

• Placed lacking ventilation or dusty places.

• Places subject to constant vibration.

• Humid or moist places.

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Dear Customer:

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries

Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

To establish a safe level:

• Start your volume control at a low setting.

• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

• Set the dial and leave it there.

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future.

After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.

Decibel

Level

30

40

50

60

70

80

Example

Quiet library, soft whispers

Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic

Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office

Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine

Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant

Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet

THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT

EXPOSURE:

90

100

120

140

180

Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower

Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill

Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap

Gunshot blast, jet engine

Rocket launching pad

Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.

We

Want You

LISTENING

For A Lifetime

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS

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1.

LINE OUT Jack

2.

Display

3.

PLAY/PAUSE (

®p

)/POWER

ON Button

4.

Skip/TUNING DN ( o

) Button

5.

DC 4.5V Jack (Rear of Unit)

–

+

6.

Skip/TUNING UP ( n

) Button

7.

MODE/

Ã

Button

8.

RESUME/

¨

Button

9.

PRESET UP

▲

Button

10. Battery Compartment (Bottom of Unit)

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11. PHONES Jack (Side of Unit)

12. VOLUME Control

13. DBBS (Bass Boost) Switch

14. CD Compartment

15. CD Door Open Switch

16. STOP (

■

)/POWER OFF

Button

17. PROG. Button

18. MENU/ESP/BAND Button

19. ENTER/CLEAR Button

20. PRESET DOWN

▼

Button

21. FUNCTION (CD/RADIO)

Switch

POWER SOURCES

This CD player requires either two (2) “AA” batteries (not included) or the

AC adapter (not included).

BATTERY INSTALLATION

“Low Battery” will light in the display when batteries are low (when using battery power).

1. Open the battery compartment door on the bottom of the unit by sliding it out and then lifting it.

To prevent the possibility of losing

+ –

the cover, it cannot be removed.

2. Insert two (2) “AA” batteries (not included)

–

+ according to the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment. Alkaline batteries are recommended for the longest playing time.

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:

1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.

2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated inside the battery compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.

3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline, Rechargeable and

Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.

4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.

5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s directions.)

AC OPERATION

To operate the unit using AC power, connect an AC adapter (not included) to an AC outlet having 120V, 60Hz AC only. Plug the small end into the DC 4.5V jack on the rear of the unit and connect the other end into the AC outlet. The batteries are automatically disconnected when the

AC adapter is used.

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BACKLIGHT

When connected to an AC outlet, the display’s backlight will be on as long as the unit is on. If using batteries, the backlight will turn on for 10 seconds when a button is pressed.

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RADIO OPERATION

TO LISTEN TO THE RADIO

1

2

2

3

2

1

1

Set the VOLUME control

1 to minimum and plug the headphones into the

PHONES jack. Press the PLAY/PAUSE

(

®p

)/POWER ON button

2 to turn the unit on.

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1

2

Slide the FUNCTION switch

1 to the RADIO position. Press the MENU/ESP/BAND button

2 to select a band (AM or FM). If listening to FM, press the MODE/

à button

3 to select Stereo or Mono.

4

3

1

2

Press and release the Skip/TUNING DN o 1 or UP n 2 button to tune a station.

Press and hold the Skip/TUNING DN o

1 or UP n 2 button for rapid search tuning.

Adjust the VOLUME control

1 and DBBS switch

2 as desired. If FM STEREO reception is weak/noisy, press the

MODE/

à button

3 to Mono, in this case the reception will be monaural.

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ANTENNAS

AM–This unit has a built-in ferrite bar antenna, which provides adequate reception in most areas. If reception is weak, turn the unit to improve reception.

FM–The headphones act as an antenna for

FM. Extend the headphone wire for best FM reception.

To turn the radio off, press the STOP

(

■

)/POWER OFF button.

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AUTO SCAN

Press and hold the Skip/TUNING DN o or

UP n button for approximately 1 second and the unit will automatically search for the next available station.

RADIO OPERATION (CONTINUED)

TO SET AND RECEIVE A STATION INTO MEMORY

1

2

1

3

2

Tune a desired station as described in the previous section. Press the PROG.

button; the preset number will blink.

Within ten seconds, select the desired preset using the PRESET UP

▲

1 or

DOWN

▼

2 button to set the memory.

Press the PROG. button

3 to confirm.

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1

2

To receive a preset station, simply press the PRESET UP

▲

1 or DOWN

▼

2 button to select the desired preset.

BASS BOOST

1

TURNING POWER ON /OFF

1

1

2

To emphasize the bass, slide the

DBBS switch to the ON position. For normal bass, slide the DBBS switch to the OFF position.

To turn the unit on, press the PLAY/

PAUSE (

®p

)/POWER ON button

1

.

To turn the unit off, press the STOP

(

■

)/POWER OFF button

2

. The unit will automatically shut off if stopped (CD

Standby) for one minute.

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CD OPERATION

TO INSERT AND PLAY A CD

This CD player is designed to play all kinds of Audio Discs and MP3 CD

Roms, such as CD recordables and rewritables. Do not try to play CDI,

CDV, DVD or computer CDs in this unit.

1 2

1

2

1

2

Press the

PLAY/PAUSE (

®p

)/POWER

ON button

1 to turn the unit on.

Open the CD door by sliding the CD

Door Open switch 2 . Gently press a disc, label side up, onto the spindle until it locks in place. Close the CD door.

Slide the FUNCTION switch

1 to the

CD position.

Press the

PLAY/PAUSE (

®p

)/POWER

ON button

2 to begin playback; the current track and elapsed playing time

(CD information and folder will also appear, if using MP3) will appear in the display.

3 4

1

2

Adjust the VOLUME control

1 and

DBBS switch

2 as desired.

When the disc is through playing, it will stop. Press the STOP (

■

)/POWER

OFF button to stop the disc before it is finished. Press the STOP (

■

)/POWER

OFF button again to turn the unit off.

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CD OPERATION (CONTINUED)

CD PLAYBACK NOTES:

• See page 16 for more information on MP3’s.

• When recording (“burning”) CDs, make sure the session is “finalized”, or simply record “burn” only one session. You can find more information in your recorder’s manual.

• 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, “No Disc” will appear in the display.

• If a disc is not recorded properly, a disc error will occur and “Invalid Disc” will appear in the display.

• Playback will stop when you open the CD compartment, but it is not recommended to open the compartment before the STOP (

■

)/POWER OFF button is pressed.

• If there is no activity for 60 seconds, the unit will turn itself off to save the batteries.

• It may take 10 to 30 seconds for the player to read an MP3 CD and begin playback, depending on the number of tracks burned on the CD.

TO PAUSE A CD

1

2

During CD playback, if you wish to pause the disc momentarily, press the

PLAY/PAUSE (

®p

)/POWER ON button. Playback stops but the disc continues to spin, the elapsed time will blink and “PAUSE” will appear in the display.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE (

®p

)

/POWER ON button again to release pause and resume playback. The sound returns, “PAUSE” will disappear and the elapsed time in the display stops flashing.

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CD OPERATION (CONTINUED)

TO BEGIN PLAYBACK FROM A SPECIFIC TRACK

1 2

1

2

After you insert the disc into the CD player and the total number of tracks appear on the display, you may press either the Skip/TUNING DN o 1 or UP n 2 button to select a specific track for playback.

When the desired track number (and file number if using MP3) appears in the display, press the PLAY/PAUSE

(

®p

)/POWER ON button. Playback will begin with the track (or file) you selected.

FORWARD/REVERSE SKIP TRACK

1 2

During playback, press and release the Skip/TUNING UP n button once to advance the player to the beginning of the next track. Press the

Skip/TUNING

UP n button repeatedly to advance the player to higher-numbered tracks.

During playback, press and release the

Skip/TUNING DN o button once to move the player back to the beginning of the currently playing track. Press the

Skip/TUNING DN o button repeatedly to move the player back to lower-numbered tracks.

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CD OPERATION (CONTINUED)

HIGH-SPEED MUSIC SEARCH

1

1

2

During playback, depress and hold either the Skip/TUNING DN o 1 or UP n 2 button to move the player forward or backward within a track to locate a specific musical passage. The player will move forward or backward at high speed as long as the buttons are depressed. When you release the

Skip/TUNING DN o 1 or UP n 2 button, normal playback will resume.

REPEAT PLAYBACK OF ONE TRACK

1 2

2

3

1

To repeat a single track, while in the

Stop mode, press the MODE/

à button 1 once; “REP 1” will appear in the display. Press the

Skip/TUNING DN o

2 or UP n 3 button to select the specific track that you wish to repeat.

When the desired track number appears in the display, press the

PLAY/PAUSE (

®p

)/POWER ON button to begin playback. The "REP 1" indicator will disappear in the display after a few seconds and the specific track you selected will be repeated continuously.

To cancel repeat playback of the track:

1. Press the STOP (

■

)/POWER OFF button to stop the playback, the "REP 1" indicator will appear again, press the MODE/

à button repeatedly until the

MODE indicators disappear in the display.

2. Press the MODE/

à button once, the MODE indicator for the other mode will appear in the display. Press the MODE/

à button repeatedly until the Mode indicators disappear in the display to return to normal playback.

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CD OPERATION (CONTINUED)

REPEAT PLAYBACK OF ALL TRACKS

1 2

To repeat all the tracks on the CD, press the MODE/

à button twice;

“REP A” will appear in the display.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE ( ®p )/POWER

ON button to begin playback. The "REP

A" indicator will disappear in the display after a few seconds and all tracks on the disc will be repeated continuously.

REPEAT PLAYBACK OF A FOLDER (MP3 w/folders only)

1 2

2

3

1

To repeat all files in a directory (MP3

CD only), press the MODE/

à button

1 three times; “REP D” will appear in the display. Press the

Skip/TUNING

DN o 2 or UP n 3 button to select the specific directory that you wish to repeat.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE (

®p

)/POWER

ON button to begin playback. The "REP

D" indicator will disappear in the display after a few seconds and all files in the selected directory will be repeated continuously.

To cancel repeat playback:

1. Press the STOP (

■

)/POWER OFF button to stop the playback, the selected

Repeat indicator will appear again, press the MODE/

à button repeatedly until the MODE indicators disappear in the display.

2. Press the MODE/

à button once, the MODE indicator for the other mode will appear in the display. Press the MODE/

à button repeatedly until the Mode indicators disappear in the display to return to normal playback.

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CD OPERATION (CONTINUED)

INTRO PLAYBACK (Will play the first 10 seconds of each track)

1

2

While in the Stop mode, press the

MODE/

à button 3 times (4 times if an

MP3 CD with multiple directories is inserted); “INTRO” will appear in the display.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE ( ®p )/POWER

ON button to begin Intro playback. The

"INTRO" indicator will disappear in the display after a few seconds and the first

10 seconds of all tracks on the disc will be played in sequence.

TO RANDOMLY PLAY BACK A CD

1 2

1

2

While in the Stop mode, press the

MODE/

à button 4 times (5 times if an

MP3 CD with multiple directories is inserted); “RANDOM” will appear in the display.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE (

®p

)/POWER

ON button

1 to begin playback. The

"RANDOM" indicator will disappear in the display after a few seconds and the unit will play all the tracks in random order.

When all the tracks have been played, the unit will stop. To cancel Random playback, press the

MODE/

à button

2 once to return to normal playback.

To cancel Intro or Random playback:

1. Press the STOP (

■

)/POWER OFF button to stop the playback, the selected indicator will appear again, press the MODE/

à button repeatedly until the

MODE indicators disappear in the display.

2. Press the MODE/

à button once, the MODE indicator for the other mode will appear in the display. Press the MODE/

à button repeatedly until the Mode indicators disappear in the display to return to normal playback.

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CD OPERATION (CONTINUED)

TO PROGRAM THE MEMORY (UP TO 24 TRACKS)

Programming is the ability to preselect the order in which a series of tracks will be played.

1

2

1

2

While in the Stop mode, press the

PROG. button. The track number will blink and “P-01” will appear in the display.

Select a track to be programmed using the

Skip/TUNING DN o 1 or UP n 2 button.

If using a MP3 disc, see note below.

3 4

Press the PROG. button to memorize the track. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program additional tracks up to a maximum of 24 tracks.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE (

®p

)/POWER

ON button to begin program playback.

NOTES:

• While in the Stop mode and “P” is in the display, press and hold the

ENTER/CLEAR button for 2 seconds to clear the memory.

• MP3: If an MP3 CD is inserted, you will first select the directory number in step 1, press the PROG. button and then enter the file/track number.

SEE TOP OF NEXT PAGE FOR MORE NOTES ON PROGRAMMING

THE MEMORY.

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CD OPERATION (CONTINUED)

NOTES ON PROGRAM PLAYBACK

• You can review the program by pressing the PROG. button repeatedly while in the Stop mode.

• To add a track to the program memory, simply press the PROG. button repeatedly until the track (directory if using an MP3) appears and “00” blinks in the display, then continue as per the steps 2 and 3 on the previous page.

• Press the STOP (

■

)/POWER OFF button to stop the program before it is finished (the program memory will be kept).

• Each file may be stored in the program memory as many times as desired

(up to 24 files).

• You can scroll through the program while it is playing using the

Skip/TUNING DN o or UP n button.

ESP (ELECTRONIC SKIP PROTECTION)

This feature protects against loss of sound caused by vibrations and shocks.

Continuous playback is ensured once some of the music has been stored into memory.

ESP will automatically be activated when listening to standard or MP3 CDs.

You cannot deactivate ESP while listening to an MP3 CD. However, you can deactivate it when playing a standard CD by simply pressing the

MENU/ESP/BAND button; the ESP indicator will disappear from the display.

Deactivating the ESP will conserve battery life.

RESUME

This unit has Auto resume, which will resume playback of the previous track when the unit is turned on (and the same CD is still in the CD compartment).

The RESUME button will allow you to resume playback of a CD that was previously stopped. If you stopped a CD in the middle of playing, simply press the RESUME button and the CD will continue at the beginning of the previously stopped track.

BACKLIGHT

When you turn on the unit, the backlight will light for 10 seconds. Also, when the unit is on, press any buttons (except Volume, DBBS and CD Door Open button) and the backlight will light for 10 seconds. If using an AC adapter, the backlight will always be lit when the unit is on.

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CD OPERATION (CONTINUED)

MP3 FAQs–Frequently Asked Questions

Please read before playing an MP3 CD.

Does the unit support packet write CD-RW?

Yes, it can. You can add or delete MP3 files without reformatting. It appears like a PC hard drive.

Can the unit read regular music CDs?

Yes, it can. However you can not mix MP3s and WAV files on the same CD. If you do this your Portable MP3 CD Player will play only the MP3 files.

Does the unit have Electronic Skip Protection built-in?

Yes, it has an anti-shock buffer (45 seconds for standard CD and 120 seconds for MP3 CD). What it means for the everyday user is that it can withstand road bumps, shaking, etc. There will be no skipping when you jog or run on a treadmill or drive on a bumpy road.

Can I use the MP3 extension for non-audio data files?

No, this may result in serious malfunction and harmful noise interference.

Can I mix MP3 files with other file types on the CDR?

Yes, but your Portable MP3 CD Player will ignore those files and read only the MP3 files on the CDR.

Does the unit support multi-session CDRs?

If the MP3 CD is not finalized, you can burn a new group of

MP3 files until the CD is full.

Does the unit support subdirectories (subfolders)?

Yes, the unit can read MP3 files from subfolders.

What appears on the display when playing back MP3 CDs?

The album, title and artist (if set when MP3 was recorded).

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CD OPERATION (CONTINUED)

SELECTING SONGS BY MP3 TITLE

You can search for a song by title as follows:

1 2

1

3

2

4

Press the MENU/ESP/BAND button; the alphabet will appear in the display.

Select the first letter of a file you would like to listen to using the MODE/

à 1 and/or RESUME/

¨

2 buttons. Press the PRESET DOWN

▼

button

3 to access the lower letters or PRESET

UP

▲

button

4 to access the higher letters.

3 4

2

3

1

Press the ENTER/CLEAR button 1 and a list of files starting with the selected letter will appear. Press the

MODE/

à 2 and/or RESUME/

¨ 3 buttons to scroll through the list.

When the desired file appears, press the ENTER/CLEAR button and the file will automatically start playing.

NOTE:

If you select a letter that does not contain any files, “No File” will appear in the display.

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CD OPERATION (CONTINUED)

SEARCHING THROUGH MP3 DIRECTORIES

You can search the contents of the directories (if burned on CD) as follows:

1

2

1

2

Press the MENU/ESP/BAND button twice; the first directory will appear in the display, as well as its contents.

To select a file from the directory, use the MODE/

Ã

1 and/or RESUME/

¨

2 buttons.

3

4

1

2

If you would like to change directories, use the PRESET

▲

1 and/or

▼

2 buttons.

When the desired file appears, press the ENTER/CLEAR button and the file will automatically start playing.

Radio Sound Through a Home Audio System

By using a home audio connection cable (not included), superb radio sound can be heard through your home audio system. Before making any connections, turn off the power to all equipment.

Plug a connection cable (not included) between the LINE OUT jack on the side of the CD player and the amplifier’s AUX or CD input jack. (Do not connect it to the amplifier’s PHONO jack.)

NOTE: If the radio interferes with TV reception, move the unit away from the TV or turn off the power to this unit.

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CD OPERATION (CONTINUED)

SINGLE SESSION

The chart below is an example of a

Windows Explorer display that will appear on your computer monitor for a single session MP3 CD ROM with directories/albums. Check the added notes to help you understand the

MP3 CD unit display and the playback sequence of directories/ albums and tracks on a single session MP3 CD.

MULTI SESSION

The computer user does not need to finalize the CDR disc as music is burned on the CD. Because of this, the music can be downloaded at different times until the whole CD is full.

(E) CD-ROM drive

Directory 01

Blur01.mp3

Blur02.mp3

Blur03.mp3

Blur04.mp3

Directory 02

Spice05.mp3

Spice06.mp3

Directory 03

2men07.mp3

2men08.mp3

Skipped

Abba01.wav

Abba02.wav

Skipped

Blur.jpg

Lyric.doc

Directory 04

Girl09.mp3

Girl10.mp3

Directory 05

Boyz11.mp3

Boyz12.mp3

Directory 06

Bread13.mp3

Directory 07

Marx14.mp3

Twain15.mp3

NOTES:

• The arrow pathway shows the sequence of MP3 directory and file playback.

• This example has a total of seven MP3 directories.

• Based on this layout, the first file will be “Blur01.mp3” and the last file will be “Twain15.mp3”.

• “Skipped” denotes a directory which contains non-audio files only, e.g.

jpg, wav, etc. These cannot be detected nor played on this player.

When an album contains mixed format files, the non-MP3 files will be skipped.

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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.

• If a compact disc skips or gets stuck on a section of the compact disc, it is probably dirty or damaged (scratched).

BENZENE

CLEANER

• When cleaning the compact disc, wipe in straight lines from the center of the compact disc to the outer edge of the compact disc. Never wipe in circular motions.

• Compact discs should be stored in their cases after each use to avoid damage.

• Do not expose compact discs to direct sunlight, high humidity, high temperatures or dust, etc. Prolonged exposure or extreme temperatures can warp the compact disc.

• Do not stick or write anything on either side of the compact disc. Sharp writing instruments, or the ink, may damage the surface.

Cleaning the Unit

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power source when cleaning.

• The finish on your unit may be cleaned with a dust cloth and cared for as other furniture. Use caution when cleaning and wiping the plastic parts.

• Mild soap and a dry cloth may be used on the front panel.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If you experience a problem with this unit, check the chart below before calling for service.

SYMPTOM

Unit will not turn on.

Disc will not play.

CAUSE SOLUTION

Dead batteries, or not Replace batteries, and install installed properly.

properly.

Weak or dead Rechargeable batteries.

AC adapter not connected.

Recharge or replace batteries.

Check AC adapter connection.

Close CD compartment.

CD compartment not closed.

Disc inserted incorrectly.

Reinsert disc correctly.

Dirty or defective disc.

Moisture condensation

Try another disc.

Wipe disc with soft cloth.

on disc.

Erratic CD playback.

Dirty or defective disc.

No sound from headphones.

Headphone plug not inserted correctly.

VOLUME control

ESP not working.

Noise or sound distorted on radio.

Clean or replace disc.

Reinsert headphone plug correctly.

Increase volume.

set to minimum.

Weak batteries.

Defective disc.

ESP is not activated.

Replace batteries.

Try another disc.

Station not tuned properly for AM or FM.

Press the MENU/ESP/BAND button.

Retune AM or FM broadcast station.

FM: Headphone wire Extend Headphone wire.

not extended.

AM: Unit is not positioned correctly.

FM STEREO indicator Poor FM signal.

does not light.

MODE button

No sound.

Rotate unit until best reception is obtained.

Retune station.

Press MODE button to turn not set to Stereo.

on Stereo.

FUNCTION switch is not Set FUNCTION switch to the in the desired position.

desired function.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Power Requirement DC ............................2 x AA (LR6) Alkaline batteries

Power Requirement AC .................DC IN 4.5 V adapter (Center positive)

Output level (Line out) ..............................................0.6VMS (47K Ohms)

Output level (Headphone) .............................................16mW (32 Ohms)

MPEG Rate ............................................................................32-384Kbps

Sampling Frequency ..................................8/11.025/12KHz for MPEG2.5

16/22.05/24KHz for MPEG2

32/44.1/48KHz for MPEG1

MP3 Playback ................................................ISO9660 format compatible

Frequency Range (FM) .......................................................87.5–108MHz

Frequency Range (AM) .......................................................530–1720kHz

Check the CD burner/recorder’s documentation to see if it complies with these specifications.

FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE,

PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT

WWW.MEMOREXELECTRONICS.COM

OR CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-919-3647.

PLEASE KEEP ALL PACKAGING MATERIAL FOR AT LEAST

90 DAYS IN CASE YOU NEED TO RETURN THIS PRODUCT

TO YOUR PLACE OF PURCHASE OR MEMOREX.

FOR PARTS AND ACCESSORIES, CONTACT FOX

INTERNATIONAL AT 1-800-321-6993.

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Memcorp, Inc.

Weston, FL

Printed in Hong Kong

Visit our website at www.memorexelectronics.com