Emerson PD6871 Owner's Manual

Portable cd player with am/fm digital tuner, cassette recorder and remote control

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PD6871.O/M.QXD
4/23/02
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS 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.
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.
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 dry 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 grounding-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. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. 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, has changed its performance, or has been dropped.
14. This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no object filled with liquids
such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
15. Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated.
16. Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer.
17. The product may be mounted to a wall only if recommended by the manufacturer.
18. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks.
10:15 AM
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WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
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.
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  • Page 1 PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 1 WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS 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.
  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    If you should encounter any problems with the set-up or operation of this product, please contact the Emerson Radio Corporation Customer Service hot- line, toll free, at 1-800-898-9020.
  • Page 3: Preparation For Use

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 4 PREPARATION FOR USE (CONTINUED) Battery Operation (Main Unit) The battery compartment is located on the rear of the unit. • Remove the battery compartment door by pressing down on the two arrow marks and sliding the door in the direction of the arrows.
  • Page 5: Main Unit

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 5 LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS MAIN UNIT 1. Carrying Handle 8. Display 2. Tuning CD Skip/Search (+)/ (–) 9. Antenna Buttons 10. VOLUME Control 3. BAND/CD STOP Button 11. CD Door OPEN/CLOSE Area 12. CD PLAY/PAUSE (❿ ) Button 4.
  • Page 6: Power Button

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 6 LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS (CONTINUED) REMOTE 1. POWER Button 2. MUTE Button 3. SLEEP Button 4. TIMER Button 5. CD Skip/Search Button 6. BAND/CD STOP Button 7. CD PLAY/PAUSE (❿ ) Button 8. FUNCTION Button 9.
  • Page 7: Setting The Clock

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 7 SETTING THE CLOCK SETTING THE CLOCK With the power off, press and Press the CD Skip/Search ( Press the CD Skip/Search ( hold the MEMORY/CLOCK SET or ( button to set the or ( button to select the 12 button until “24H”...
  • Page 8: Listening To The Radio

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LISTENING TO THE RADIO Set the VOLUME control to a Press the FUNCTION button until Press the BAND/CD STOP ( ) “TUNER” appears in the display. low setting. Press the POWER button to select AM or FM.
  • Page 9: Setting Radio Presets

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) SETTING RADIO PRESETS This unit can preset 10 AM and 10 FM radio stations for convenient recall. Set the VOLUME control to a Press the FUNCTION button Use the CD Skip/Search ( low setting.
  • Page 10: Playing Compact Discs

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) PLAYING COMPACT DISCS NORMAL PLAYBACK Set the VOLUME control to a Press the FUNCTION button to Press the CD Door OPEN/CLOSE select CD (“00:00 00” will appear area to open the CD compartment low setting.
  • Page 11: To Begin Playback From A Specific Track

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) CD PAUSE CONTROL During CD playback, if you wish Press the CD PLAY/PAUSE (❿ ) to pause the disc momentarily, button again to release pause and resume normal CD playback. press the CD PLAY/PAUSE (❿ ) button again.
  • Page 12: Repeat Playback

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 12 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) REPEAT PLAYBACK To repeat a single track, press the To repeat all of the tracks on a To cancel Repeat Playback, REPEAT/MEMORY UP button disc continuously, press the press the REPEAT/MEMORY UP...
  • Page 13 PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) Within 9 seconds, press the CD Press either the CD Skip/Search Repeat step 5 until you have Skip/Search ( or ( or ( ) button to select programmed up to 20 track...
  • Page 14: Playing Cassette Tapes

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) PLAYING CASSETTE TAPES PLAYBACK Press the POWER button Press the FUNCTION button until Press the STOP/EJECT ( “TAPE” appears in the display. turn the unit on. Set the VOLUME button to open the Cassette Door.
  • Page 15 PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 15 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) MAKING A TAPE RECORDING The tape recorder in this unit allows you to make direct recordings from the radio or CD player to a blank cassette in the tape compartment. An automatic recording volume level control (ALC) circuit will automatically control the volume level of your recordings to prevent distortion.
  • Page 16: Setting The Timer

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 16 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) SETTING THE TIMER Set the timer to turn the unit on at a preset time as follows : With the power off, press and Press the Skip/Search ( Within a couple seconds,...
  • Page 17: Cassette Tapes

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 17 CASSETTE TAPES SAFEGUARD AGAINST ACCIDENTAL ERASURE When a new recording is made, any program material previously recorded is automatically erased and only the new recording remains. To safeguard valuable recordings from being erased accidentally, the cassette and the deck are equipped with a special device.
  • Page 18: Care And Maintenance

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 18 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.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting Guide

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 19 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking service: Symptom Possible Cause Solution Radio Noise or sound distorted Station not tuned properly for Retune the AM or FM broadcast on radio broadcasts.
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  • Page 21: Limited Warranty

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 21 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.
  • Page 22 PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 22 ® EMERSON PART NO.: 16-2849 204-02 Printed in China...
  • Page 23: Remote Control

    PD6871.O/M.QXD 4/23/02 10:15 AM Page 23 ® PORTABLE CD PLAYER WITH AM/FM DIGITAL TUNER, CASSETTE RECORDER AND REMOTE CONTROL OWNER’S MANUAL PD6871 Visit our web site at www.emersonradio.com...

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