Memorex MP3838 manual

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    POR T ABLE CD PLA YER WITH AM/FM STEREO RADIO MODEL: MP3838 BEFORE OPERA TING THIS PRODUCT , PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETEL Y . OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS MP3838 O/M.QXD 2/14/03 8:22 AM Page 12[...]

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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[...]

  • Page 3

    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 2 11 15 14 12 13 20 21 22 1617 18 19 5 7 8 4 10 9 6 3 1 1. AC Power Jack (Rear of Unit) 2. Function Control 3. VOLUME Control 4. Carrying Handle 5. CD Compartment 6. AM/FM Dial Scale and Pointer 7. FM Rod Antenna 8. CD Door OPEN/CLOSE Area 9. TUNING Control 10. BAND Control 11 . Speaker 12. POWER and PROG Indicators 13. Batt[...]

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    5 RADIO OPERA TION Rotate the Function control to the RADIO position. 1 When you have finished listening, rotate the FUNCTION control to the OFF position. 4 Adjust the VOLUME control as desired. 3 FM STEREO When the BAND switch is set to the FM position and a strong FM stereo station is broadcasting, the FM STEREO indicator will light. ANTENNAS AM [...]

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    6 TO PLA Y A CD (ST ANDARD CD, CD-R AND CD-RW CAN BE USED) Rotate the Function control to the CD position. Insert a CD as described in the TO INSERT A CD section on page 5. 1 To start from a speci fi c track, locate the track using the SKIP/Search – ❶ or + ❷ button and press the PLAY/ PAUSE (  /) button ❸ . 2 3 1 3 To play a disc from t[...]

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    7 TO REPEA TEDL Y PLA Y BACK ONE TRACK TO REPEA TEDL Y PLA Y BACK ALL TRACKS Rotate the Function control to the CD position. Insert a CD as described in the TO INSERT A CD section on page 5. 1 Press the REPEAT button ❶ once, the REPEAT indicator will blink and the unit will play the selected track over and over until the STOP ( ■ ) button ❷ i[...]

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    8 NOTES: • Programming is the ability to preselect the order in which a series of tracks will be played. • Each track may be stored in the program memory as many times as desired (up to 32 tracks). • As each track is played, its track number will be displayed. You can move forward or backward through the programmed tracks with the SKIP/Search[...]

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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 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 de[...]

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    10 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 .memorexelectronics.com MP3838 O/M.QXD 2/14/03 8:22 AM Page 11[...]