HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 26 ® MP3 PERSONAL CD PLAYER with 45 SECOND DIGITAL ANTI-SKIP PROTECTION OWNER’S MANUAL HD7088 Visit our web site at www.emersonradio.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 1 BEFORE WE BEGIN Thank you............................................................. For purchasing this state-of-the-art Emerson personal CD player with MP3 decoder. In addition to normal audio CD's, this player will also read discs that have been recorded in CD-R, CD-RW, and compressed MP3 formats. It has an electronic anti-skip memory of 45 seconds for normal CD's and up to 120 seconds for MP3 encoded CD's.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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. • • • • • Do not open the CD compartment while the CD is rotating. Always keep the CD compartment closed when not in use. Keep all foreign objects out of the CD compartment. Place the unit on a stable surface.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 3 LOCATION OF CONTROLS 10 1 2 Welcome MP3 01 004 MP3 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Many of the buttons have dual functions, meaning they will perform one function in the Normal mode and a different function in the Search mode. The descriptions on the following page will indicate the function while in the Normal mode, followed by the function in the File Search mode (if applicable).
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 4 LOCATION OF CONTROLS (CONTINUED) No. Name 1 Display 2 Battery Compartment 3 FILE SEARCH 4 DISPLAY 5 FILE/DIR. 6 RESUME Normal Mode File Search LCD Function Display Insert Batteries, see page 5 Search for MP3 files ENTER MP3 Display select 0, CLEAR Locate MP3 file 9, “Space” CD: Continues playback from 8,W,X,Y,Z last track played. MP3: Continues playback from last position played. 7 ANTI-SKIP Electronic Anti Skip Protection 7,T,U,V (ESP) ensures continuous playback.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 5 INSTALLATION This CD player can be powered by either 2 “AA” batteries or the provided AC adapter. AC Operation To operate the unit using AC power, connect the AC adapter (included) to the DC4.5V jack on the rear of the CD Player and to a wall outlet having 120V, 60Hz AC only. The batteries are automatically disconnected when the AC adapter is used. CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter provided with this unit. Disconnect the adapter when not in use.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 6 INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) Playback Through a Home Audio System: By using a home audio connection cable, superb CD sound can be heard through your home audio system. Before making any connections, turn off the power to all equipment. Plug a connection cable (not included) between the LINE OUT jack on the side of the CD player and the amplifier’s CD or AUX input jacks. (Do not connect it to the amplifier’s PHONO jacks.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 7 OPERATION TO INSERT AND PLAY A CD 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. 1 2 1 CD ESP 01 00:12 2 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to begin playback; the current track and elapsed playing time (and folder, if using MP3) will appear in the display. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button ❶ to turn the unit on.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 8 OPERATION (CONTINUED) CD PLAYBACK NOTES: • See page 15 for more information on MP3’s. • When recording (“burning”) CDs, make sure the session is “finalized”, or simply record (“burn” only one session). You can find more information on “finalizing” in your CD recorder’s manual. • This unit is capable of playing standard CDs or 3” singles; no adapter is required.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 9 OPERATION (CONTINUED) TO BEGIN PLAYBACK FROM A SPECIFIC TRACK 1 2 Welcome CD CD 03 61:34 CD ESP 03 00:10 When the desired track number (and file number if using MP3) appears in the display, press the PLAY/ PAUSE button. Playback will begin with the track (or file) you selected.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 10 OPERATION (CONTINUED) HIGH-SPEED MUSIC SEARCH 1 CD During playback, depress and hold either the SKIP/SEARCH + or – button to move the player forward or backward within a track to locate a specific musical passage. The player will move forward or backward at high speed as long as the buttons are depressed. When you release the SKIP/SEARCH button, normal playback will resume at that point.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 11 OPERATION (CONTINUED) REPEAT PLAYBACK OF ALL TRACKS ON A CD 1 2 REP A ESP 17 61:34 CD REP A ESP 01 00:01 CD 1 2 To repeat all the tracks on the CD, press the PLAY MODE button twice; “REP A” will appear in the display. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button ❶ to begin playback. All tracks on the disc will be repeated continuously. To stop Repeat playback, press the PLAY MODE button ❷ repeatedly until the mode indicator disappears.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 12 OPERATION (CONTINUED) INTRO PLAYBACK (Will play the first 10 seconds of each track) 1 CD 2 INT ESP 17 61:34 CD INT ESP 01 00:01 1 2 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button ❶ to begin Intro playback. The first 10 seconds of all tracks on the disc will be played in sequence. Press the STOP button ❷ to stop Intro playback.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 13 OPERATION (CONTINUED) TO PROGRAM THE MEMORY (UP TO 24 TRACKS) Programming is the ability to preselect the order in which a series of tracks will be played. 1 P CD 2 ESP 00 P-01 P CD ESP 12 P-01 1 2 Within 10 seconds, select a track to be programmed by directly entering it. For example, press PLAY/ PAUSE/1 ❶ and STOP/2 ❷ to enter in track number 12. While in the Stop mode, press the PROGRAM button.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 14 OPERATION (CONTINUED) NOTES ON PROGRAM PLAYBACK • MP3: If an MP3 CD is inserted, you will first select the directory number in step 1, and then the file. • You can review the program by pressing the PROGRAM, then the SKIP/SEARCH button when playback is stopped. • If you press the PROGRAM button, but do not enter a file number within 10 seconds, the player exits the Program mode and returns to the Normal mode.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 15 OPERATION (CONTINUED) MP3 FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions Please read before playing an MP3 CD. Can the HD7088 read CD-RW (Rewriteable CDRs)? Yes it can. However, you must reformat the CD-RW every time you want to record new group of MP3 files. No multi-session recording allowed. Can the HD7088 read regular music CDs? Yes it can.However you can not mix MP3s and WAV files on the same CD. If you do this your Portable MP3 CD Player will play only the MP3 files.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 16 OPERATION (CONTINUED) MP3 FAST TRACK (DIR.) SELECT If an MP3 CD with or without Multiple Directories is inserted, you can directly enter the desired file number as follows: 1 2 Welcome MP3 01 001 MP3 2 3 TKA-MARI 01 012 00:43 1 2 1 While the unit is in the Stop mode, press the FILE/DIR. button ❶ once; the track number will blink. Then, press the ENTER button ❷. Select a track by directly entering it.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 17 OPERATION (CONTINUED) MP3 SELECTING FILES BY NAME You can search for a file by name, using the letter buttons to enter the name of the song. First, press the FILE SEARCH/ENTER button, followed by the appropriate letters to enter the name of the file. Remember that each letter button can enter 4 or 5 letters/numbers depending on the number of times you press the button. If you press the 1ABC button once, the number “1” appears.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 18 OPERATION (CONTINUED) 3 4 FU 01 001 00:00 FUNNY 01 001 00:00 2 1 Press the 7TUV button ❶ 3 times to select the letter “U”, then press the FILE SEARCH/ENTER button ❷ to enter the “U” and move the cursor to the next position. 4 Continue to enter the word “Funny” as follows: “N’-Press 5MNO button 3 times, press FILE SEARCH/ ENTER. “N’-Press 5MNO button 3 times, press FILE SEARCH/ ENTER. “Y’-Press 8WXYZ button 4 times, press FILE SEARCH/ ENTER.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 19 OPERATION (CONTINUED) SINGLE SESSION The following chart is an example of a Windows Explorer display that will appear on your computer monitor for a single session MP3 CD ROM with Files/Directories. Check the added notes to help you understand the MP3 CD unit display and the playback sequence of Files/Directories and tracks on a single session MP3 CD. My Computer + 3-1/2 Floppy (A:) + Local Disk (C:) — (D:) + ARTIST1 (FILE1) — ARTIST2 (FILE2) TRACK1 (DIR.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 20 OPERATION (CONTINUED) ABOUT THE DIAGRAM ON THE PREVIOUS PAGE: • The arrow pathway shows the sequence of MP3 directory and file playback. • When the MP3 CD is inserted into the CD player, the Display will appear as the following figure. Welcome MP3 05 010 MP3 • The “05” represent the total files and “010” represents the total directories. When an album contains mixed format files, the non-MP3 files will be skipped. SPECIFICATIONS MPEG Rate.......................
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 21 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking service. SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Unit will not turn on. Batteries inserted incorrectly. Batteries dead or weak. Power connection loose, or not connected. Power not on. Insert batteries correctly. CD will not play. Erratic playback. CD compartment not closed. Disc inserted incorrectly. Dirty or defective CD. Condensation is on the lens.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 22 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.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 24 What does your warranty not cover? • Ordinary adjustments which you can perform as outlined in the owner’s manual. • Signal reception problems caused by external antenna or cable systems. • Products purchased, used, serviced, or damaged outside of the United States. • Damage to compact discs or cassettes.
HD7088 O/M.QXD 4/12/02 3:24 PM Page 23 TO FIND THE LOCATION AND ¨ PHONE NUMBER OF YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED AUTHORIZED SERVICE SERVICE CENTER... CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098 FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE PLEASE CALL: 1-800-898-9020 FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE WRITE TO: Emerson Radio Corp. Consumer Affairs Dept.
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