PCD 206 Personal CD Player

PCD206 User Manual
WARRANTY
SPECIFICATIONS
Your Technika appliance is covered by a warranty for 12 months from the
date of purchase. If a fault develops during this period, please contact the
TESCO electrical help line on 0845 601 2549. Please have your original
purchase receipt with you when you call. This warranty in no way affects
your consumer rights
AUDIO
D/A conversion:
DAC four times oversampling
Frequency response : 20-20,000Hz (+1/-3 dB)
Wow and flutter:
Below measurable limits
No. of Channels:
2 Channel (Stereo)
Output level:
Phones: 15 mW (32W
)
Bass boost effect :
(-20dB@100Hz)
+6 dB
User Handbook
GENERAL
Power requirements:
2x “AA” alkaline battery
DC input 6V 300 mA
Power consumption:
0.8W (DC 3V) under normal conditions
Dimensions mm:
140 (W) x 28.5 (H) x 144 (D)
Weight:
Approx. 230g not including battery
Tesco Stores Ltd, Delamare Road, Cheshunt, Herts, EN8 9SL
PCD 206
Personal CD Player
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Clean only with dry cloth.
WARNING: DANGER OF RADIATION
INSTALLING BATTERIES
These labels tell you that the unit contains a laser component.
Opening the lid and defeating the safety interlocks will expose
the user to radiation from the laser beam. Do not stare into the
laser while it is operating.
1. Open the battery
compartment cover and
insert two "AA" alkaline
batteries in the battery
compartment. Follow the
polarity as indicated in the
battery compartment.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, or any
apparatus that produces heat.
Use only attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as 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.
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not
expose this product to rain or moisture. The product must not
be exposed to dripping and splashing and no object filled with
liquids should be placed on the product.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate
this device.
LISTENING TO MUSIC AT EXTREMELY HIGH
LEVELS FOR EXTENDED PERIODS CAN
SEVERELY DAMAGE YOUR HEARING.
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
or television reception which can be determined by tuning the
equipment off and on. The user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Re-orientate or re-locate the receiving antenna. Increase the
separation between the equipment and the 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.
BATTERIES: Do not leave batteries for extended periods in
the apparatus as they can leak or corrode causing damage to
the unit. Exhausted batteries must be treated with care and
disposed of according to any safety or recycling regulations in
force in your area. NEVER throw batteries into the general
rubbish, or a fire, or leave them lying around.
Do not mix battery types. When inserting batteries, replace all
at the same time. Do not mix old and new batteries.
Weak batteries can leak and severely damage the unit.
PROGRAM PLAY
POWER SOURCES
PROGRAM PLAY allows selected tracks on the disc to be played in any
desired order. Programming can be set in STOP mode or normal play mode.
2. Close the battery
compartment cover.
BATT ERY GUI DE
Battery Type
Alkaline “AA”
Ni-CAD Rechargeable
(min spec. 1.2V - 650mA)
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Ave rage Playing Time
tinu ou s Pl ay
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Normal Play (ConAnti-Skip
Mode
Approx. 9 hrs.
Approx. 8 hrs.
Approx. 3.5 hrs. Approx. 2.5 hrs.
Note: Zinc/Carbon, or Zinc/Chloride batteries should not be
used as their use will result in extremely short playing times.
After Use
Switch the CD player off. Wait for the disc to
stop spinning. Hold the edge and gently press
the centre pivot to pick up the disc.
To set up a program:
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Press the PROG button . PGM starts flashing.
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Press or to select the desired track.
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When the desired track is displayed: Press the
PROG button to enter the track into the program.
The track No. display changes to 00 again but the
program register has advanced to 02
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Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program the order of more
tracks. Up to 20 tracks can be programmed into
memory.
To complete programming and start play
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Press The PGM stops flashing and play begins
To clear programming
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Press STOP
Remove the disc and store it in its packing. Do
not leave a disc in the player for extended
periods.
Cleaning the Cabinet
Wipe with a soft cloth. If the cabinet is very dirty, dampen the cloth with a
weak solution of neutral detergent and water, and then wipe clean.
Cleaning the Lens
A dirty lens will cause sound skipping and if the lens is very dirty, the CD may
not work. Open the disc cover and clean the lens as shown.:
Dust or Dry Particles: Using a camera
lens brush/blower, blow on the lens
several times and wipe it lightly with
the brush to remove dust. Blow on the
lens one more time.
LOW BATTERY ALERT. When the low battery indicator
appears at the bottom right of the display panel the batteries
must be replaced as CD player will not function properly.
Fingerprints: If the lens cannot be
cleaned by using a brush/blower, use a
dry cotton swab starting from the
middle and working to the edge.
AC OPERATION
Use only an approved UK 6V DC
power adaptor (not supplied). Ensure
the polarity of the DC connector
matches the player (see diagram).
DC6V
+
–
Fingerprints should be carefully wiped
from the surface of disc with a soft cloth.
Wipe in a straight motion from the centre
to the edge.
Plug the adaptor into the player and
then plug the adaptor into the mains
supply before turning on the power.
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PLAY MODES
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Every time the MODE button is pressed, the corresponding mode appears in
the display window. Each successive press brings up another mode. The
actions and display icons are shown below.
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NORMAL
REPEAT 1
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INTRO SKIP
When the player is stopped:
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Press the MODE button three times. INT is
displayed.
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Press
INTRO
REPEAT ALL
to start INTRO play from track 01
When a disc is playing:
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Press the MODE button three times. INT is
displayed and flashes.
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If you press the PLAY/PAUSE button: Flashing
stops and starts INTRO play from track 01.
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If you wish to play from the current track: Press .
INTRO play starts from the current track.
RANDOM
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THE MODES ARE:
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If you wish to play from the next track: Press
INTRO play starts from the next track
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REPEAT 1: Repeat one track continuously.
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REPEAT ALL: Repeat the entire CD continuously
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INTRO SKIP:
The player samples the first few seconds of each
successive track on the disc.
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RANDOM:
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To cancel INTRO play: Press
The INT icon
switches off and the disc plays normally.
RANDOM PLAY
The Player plays all the tracks on a CD randomly.
When the player is stopped:
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NORMAL PLAY: (NO ICON)
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Press MODE four times. RND is displayed.
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Press
TO CANCEL A MODE
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Cycle the MODE switch to NORMAL or press STOP
.
The disc will play with a random selection
When a disc is playing:
.
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Press MODE four times. RND flashes on and off
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Press
Flashing stops and he disc will play with a
random selection
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To choose another track at random: Press
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GETTING STARTED
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED OPERATION
CD FORMATS
LOADING AND PLAYING A CD-BASIC
TO START PLAYING A CD FROM A SELECTED TRACK
The player will accept regular CDs or CD singles. There is no need for an
adaptor when playing CD singles.
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Open the CD Lid: Move the OPEN switch to the right. The lid will open
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Insert the CD. Press PLAY/PAUSE.
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Let the CD load. Press STOP
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Press SKIP/SEARCH or repeatedly to select the track.
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Press
to play the CD forward from this track.
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Load a CD into the Disc compartment with the label side up. Line up
the centre of the CD over the spindle of the CD transport. Gently push
down on the CD in the centre of the disc, so that it is firmly in place.
To remove a CD: Wait for the disc to stop spinning, open the lid, hold
the disc by the edge while pressing the spindle down and lift off the disc.
The player will play CDs bearing the CD logo and some CDRs
that have been finalised and recorded to the CD standard.
Other discs will not play. MP3 CDs may appear to play but you
will hear no sound. Discs recorded on a home computer may
not play
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Close the lid. Close it gently until the locking catch clicks shut
UNPACKING
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Turn the volume down to a low level. Rotate the VOL control to the
right to decrease the volume and to the left to increase the volume.
The packing contains:
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Switch the player ON. Press the PLAY/PAUSE/POWER ( )button to
switch the player on. The disc will spin and read the Table Of
Contents(TOC). Most discs will begin playing immediately , a few won’t.
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The CD player
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Stereo headphones
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Unpack all the items carefully. If any items are damaged or missing,
return the unit to your nearest Tesco store for replacement, Please have
your receipt ready when you call.
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Press the
button to start (if necessary). The disc plays from Track 1
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increase the volume to a suitable level.
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Open the CD lid and remove any cardboard protection from the tray.
CONNECTING BATTERIES
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You will need to purchase two AA alkaline batteries
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The HOLD switch disables all player functions in
Playback or Stop mode. Moving the switch to the
Right engages HOLD, moving it to the Left allows
the unit to return to normal operation.
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Connect two AA batteries as shown on Page XX. If you are using an AC
adaptor, (not supplied) follow the instructions on Page XX
CONNECTING HEADPHONES
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Remove the wire tie from the headphone
cable.
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To pause and re-start a disc: Press the
button.
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To stop a disc(STANDBY): Press the STOP/PWR OFF ( )button.
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Plug the jack into the headphone socket
(green) on the player. Make sure you push
the plug firmly in.
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To turn the player off: Press the STOP/PWR OFF ( )button twice.
Auto power-off: When the unit is stopped (standby mode) for
approximately 30 seconds, the power will automatically turn off.
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STARTING PLAY FROM STOP MODE: Press the
button to start play from Track 1.
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TO STOP: Press the STOP key . This will stop play
and the TOC will be displayed.
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TO CHANGE TRACKS DURING PLAY
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Press SKIP/SEARCH
or
forward from the desired track.
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TO PAUSE: Press . To re-start play press
When a disc is paused, the display flashes.
repeatedly to select and play the CD
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Press SKIP/SEARCH
The player uses solid state memory to prevent the
sound from skipping when the unit is subjected to
shocks and vibration. This function automatically turns
on when play is started. The data buffer is indicated by
an icon ‘ESP’ at the top of the screen. A steady icon
indicates an empty buffer. When the icon flashes the
data buffer is full.
once.
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TO SEARCH FOR A PASSAGE DURING PLAY
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Press and hold SKIP/SEARCH
can reach the passage.
or
or
again.
THE ANTI SHOCK PROTECTION SYSTEM “ESP”
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TO GO BACK TO THE START OF A TRACK DURING PLAY
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Release SKIP/SEARCH
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To emphasise the bass sound: Set the BASS
BOOST switch to the ON position. The amount of
bass boost depends on the VOLUME control setting.
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When the TOC data has been read: the display
briefly shows the TOC .
to quickly scan the disc so you
to resume normal play.
DISPLAY INDICATIONS
When ESP is operating, battery consumption is higher
because the disc rotates faster and the memory
circuitry is activated. In normal use we suggest you
switch this function off to conserve battery power.
Whenever a disc is loaded into the player when it is switched on, or when
the player is switched on with a disc in place:
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The player spins the disc and reads the TABLE of
CONTENTS (TOC). During this time–
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To switch ESP ON and OFF: press the ANTI SHOCK
button. The icon will switch on or off. When ESP is
switched “ON” or “OFF”, the sound will be
temporarily interrupted. This is normal.
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If there is no disc: “disc” is displayed. Insert a disc
and close the lid. The player reads the disc.
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If the lid is open(ed: , the display shows “OPEN”.
Closing the lid starts auto adjustment.
Conditions such as dirty, scratched or warped discs
may affect performance of the ESP. system. During
active use, if you wish to use ESP and operate the player
vertically, the OPEN switch should face upward.
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If disc player cannot read the Table of Contents
(TOC): Er is displayed.
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BUFFER EMPTY
BUFFER FULL
ESP ON
ESP OFF