Memorex MP3123 manual

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    POR T ABLE CD/CD-R W/MP3 PLA YER WITH AM/FM STEREO RADIO MODEL: MP3123 BEFORE OPERA TING THIS PRODUCT , PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETEL Y . OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS MP3123 O/M.QXD 7/26/02 10:00 AM Page 16[...]

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    1 Thank you for purchasing the Memorex audio system. The serial number of your unit can be found on a label on the bottom of the cabinet. We suggest that you record the serial number in the space provided below in case this information is ever needed at a future date. PLEASE KEEP ALL PACKAGING MATERIAL FOR AT LEAST 90 DAYS IN CASE YOU NEED TO RETUR[...]

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    2 Before using the unit, be sure to read all operating instructions carefully. Please note that these are general precautions and may not pertain to your unit. For example, this unit may not have the capability to be connected to an outdoor antenna. 1. READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is [...]

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    3 PREP ARA TION FOR USE Unpacking and Setup • Carefully remove the unit from the display carton and remove all packing material from the unit itself. • The detachable AC power cord is packed in the carton separately from the unit. Make sure that the AC power cord is not accidentally discarded with the carton or packing material. • Press the O[...]

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    4 LOCA TION OF CONTROLS 6 8 9 10 11 7 5 4 3 1 2 19 14 13 12 17 18 16 15 22 20 21 24 23 1. Carrying Handle 2. AC Socket (Rear of Unit) 3. Headphones Jack 4. BACKLIGHT ON/OFF Button 5. BASS BOOST Button 6. VOLUME Control 7. STOP ( ■ ) Button 8. REPEA T Button 9. SKIP/Search ( ) Button 10. DIRECTOR Y – Button 1 1. FIND Button 12. CD Compartment Do[...]

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    5 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Slide the FUNCTION switch to the AM or FM position as desired. NOTE: If you select the FM band, be sure to raise the FM rod antenna and extend it to its full length. 1 Slide the FUNCTION switch to the OFF position to turn off the radio off. 4 For an enhanced Bass sound, press the BASS BOOST button ❶ . Adjust the VOLUME c[...]

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    6 PLA YING COMP ACT DISCS NORMAL PLAYBACK 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. CHANGING THE DISPLA Y During playback of an MP3 CD, press the FIND button to cycle the display as follows: 1st Press: The file name will appe[...]

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    7 During CD playback, if you wish to pause the disc momentarily, press the PLAY/PAUSE ( ) butto n. Playback stops but the disc continues to spin and the time blinks in the display. 1 Press the PLAY/PAUSE ( ) button again to release Pause and resume normal CD playback. The sound returns and the display stops blinking. 2 After you insert the disc int[...]

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    8 To repeat a single track, press the REPEAT button ❶ once: “ ” will appear in the display. Press the SKIP/Search or button ❷ to select the specific track that you wish to repeat. When the desired track number appears in the display, press the PLAY/PAUSE ( ) button ❸ to begin playback. The specific track you selected will be repeated cont[...]

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    9 Press the SKIP/Search or button ❶ to select the first track that you wish to program. When the desired track number (Example: Track 5) appears in the display, press the PROGRAM button ❷ again. The display will then show, “P:02” indicating program 2 is ready to be set. MP3: If using a MP3 disc, see note below. 2 1 1 4 After programming up [...]

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    10 It is also possible to use the Program and Repeat functions together to repeat a specific program indefinitely. First, program the tracks you wish to hear in the order you wish to hear them, as described on the previous page. Then, press the REPEAT button twice. Both indicators will appear in the display. 1 Press the PLAY/PAUSE ( ) button to beg[...]

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    11 SEARCHING THROUGH MP3 TRACKS/FILES You can search the contents of the MP3 albums (if burned on CD) as follows: Press the FIND button once and the track/file starting with the letter “A” will appear in the display. 1 When the desired track/file appears, press the PLAY/PAUSE ( ) button to play the track/file. 3 Press the SKIP/Search or button [...]

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    12 Directory 01 Skipped Blur01.mp3 Blur02.mp3 Blur03.mp3 Blur04.mp3 Blur .jpg L yric.doc Directory 02 Directory 04 Girl09.mp3 Girl10.mp3 Spice05.mp3 Spice06.mp3 Directory 03 Directory 05 Boyz1 1.mp3 Boyz12.mp3 Directory 07 Marx14.mp3 T wain15.mp3 2men07.mp3 2men08.mp3 Skipped Directory 06 Bread13.mp3 Abba01.wav Abba02.wav (E) CD-ROM drive SINGLE SE[...]

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    Caring for Compact Discs • Treat the disc carefully. Handle the disc only by its edges. Never allow your fi ngers to come in contact with the shiny, unprinted side of the disc. • Do not attach adhesive tape, stickers, etc. to the disc label. • Clean the disc periodically with a soft, lint-free, dry cloth. Never use detergents or abrasive cle[...]

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    14 Symptom Possible Cause Solution Radio Noise or sound distorted Station not tuned properly for Retune the AM or FM broadcast on radio broadcasts. AM or FM. station. FM: Telescopic antenna is not Reorient FM telescopic antenna. properly adjusted. AM: Unit is not positioned Rotate unit until best reception is correctly. obtained. AM or FM, no sound[...]

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    Memcorp, Inc. Weston, FL Printed in Hong Kong Visit our website at www .memcorpinc.com MP3123 O/M.QXD 7/26/02 10:00 AM Page 15[...]