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BATTERY NOTE AND CARE
1. Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type
2. Do not mix old and new batteries.
3. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
4. If the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries. Old or
leaking batteries can cause damage to the unit and may void the warranty.
5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and
rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s directions).
6. Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may leak or explode.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When the output sound of this unit becomes distorted or the CD player operation appears
unstable, the batteries are weak. You need to replace all the exhausted batteries at the same
time as soon as possible to avoid battery leakage.
RADIO OPERATION
1. Slide the FUNCTION SELECTOR (#29) to AM or FM position.
2. Rotate the TUNING CONTROL (#30) to your desired radio station according to the dial
scale on the knob.
3. Rotate the VOLUME CONTROL (#28) to adjust to the desired output level.
4. To turn off the radio, slide the FUNCTION SELECTOR (#29) to OFF/TAPE position.
TIPS FOR BEST RECEPTION
AM – The AM antenna is located inside the cabinet of the unit. If AM reception is weak,
change the position of unit until the internal antenna picks up the strongest signal.
FM – If a stereo broadcast program is being received, the FM STEREO INDICATOR (#19)
will light. During FM or FM Stereo reception, always keep the FM TELESCOPIC
ANTENNA (#1) fully extended for best performance. However, if FM reception is weak,
try repositioning the unit near an open window until you get the best reception.
CD OPERATION
PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
CD mechanisms used in devices like this are designed to fully read all commercial CDs. They
will also read self-compiled CD-R/CD-RW discs but it may take up to 10 seconds for playback
to start. If playback does not start, it is likely due to the quality of the CD-R/RW disc and/or
the compatibility of the CD compilation software. Manufacturer is not responsible for the
playback quality of CD-R/RW discs.
Do not attach a label or seal to either side of the CD-R/RW disc. It may cause a malfunction.
PLAY MODE
1. Slide the FUNCTION SELECTOR (#29) to the CD/AUX position.
2. Open the CD DOOR (#3), load a CD with the label side facing upward and then close the
CD door (#3).
3. Disc information (total number of tracks) will appear on the LED DISPLAY (#13).
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