Akura APTCDC832PR is a cassette deck with a variety of features, offering you great sound quality and flexibility in your listening experience. With its dual cassette decks, you can easily record, playback, rewind, fast forward, and pause your favorite music and audio content. The auto-reverse function ensures seamless playback without the need for manual intervention. Additionally, the device features a built-in radio tuner with automatic and manual tuning options, allowing you to enjoy your favorite radio stations.
Akura APTCDC832PR is a cassette deck with a variety of features, offering you great sound quality and flexibility in your listening experience. With its dual cassette decks, you can easily record, playback, rewind, fast forward, and pause your favorite music and audio content. The auto-reverse function ensures seamless playback without the need for manual intervention. Additionally, the device features a built-in radio tuner with automatic and manual tuning options, allowing you to enjoy your favorite radio stations.
APTCDC832PR
Customer Help Line 01422 203676
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
3CD
CASSETTE PLAYER MICRO SYSTEM
CONTENTS.
Safety Information..........................................................
Location of Controls.......................................................
Remote Controls.............................................................
Radio Operation..............................................................
Tape Operation...............................................................
CD Operation..................................................................
Other Features................................................................
Care of CD’s....................................................................
Trouble shooting Guide..................................................
Mains Plug wiring diagram............................................
Specifications.................................................................
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WARNING
Page 1
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING : SHOCK HAZARD-DO NOT OPEN
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL -
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the
user to the presence of uninsulated danger
ous
voltage within the products enclosure that may be
of
sufficient magnitude to constitude a risk of elect
ric
shock to perso
ns.
EXCLAMATION POINT -
within an equilateral triangle,
is used to indicate that a specific component shall
be
replaced only by the component specified in t
hat
documentation for safety reas
on.
The following label has been affixed to the unit, listing the proper procedure for working with the laser beam:
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LABEL -
This label is attached to the place as illustrated to inform that
the
apparatus contains a laser compone
nt.
WARNING LABEL INFORMING OF RADIATION -
This label
is placed inside the unit. As shown in the illustration. To
warn against further measures on the unit. The equipment contains
a laser radiating laser rays according to the limit of laser product of
class 1.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASS 1 LASER APPA
RAT
LUOKEN 1 LAISERLA
ITE
KLASSE 1 LASER PROD
UKT
The crossed out “Wheelie bin” is intended to show that this appliance
must
not be placed with ordinary household waste.
Whe
n this appliance has reached the end of its useful life. It must be
disposed
of in accordance with local by-laws. Consult your local waste
disposal
authority. (WEEE Directive)
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTION
S - The safety and operating instruction should be retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNING
S - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTION
S - All operating instructions should be followed.
5. WATER AND MOISTUR
E - The appliance should not be used near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundrytub, swimming pool or in a wet basement.
6. VENTILATION
- The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. Do not place on bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings, in a built-in
installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings
.
7. HEA
T - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances
(including amplifiers) that produce heat
.
8. POWER SOURC
E - The appliance should be connected to power supply only of the type described in the
operating instructions or as marked on the appliance
.
9. GROUNDIN
G - Precautions should be taken to ensure that the grounding means of an appliance is not defeated.
10. POWER CORD PROTECTIO
N - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked
on or pinched by items placed upon or against them
.
11. POWER LINES
- An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.
12. OBJECT and LIQUID ENTRY
- Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into
the enclosure through openings
.
13. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
- The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
a. The power-supply cord or plug has been damaged.
b. Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance enclosure.
c. The appliance has been exposed to rain
.
d. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged
.
e. The appliance does not appear to operate normally.
14. SERVICING
- The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the user operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
Notes:
a. Dirty or scratched CD may cause a skipping problem. Clean or replace the CD
.
b. If an error display or malfunction occurs, disconncet the AC cord and remove all the batteries. Then turn the powe
r
back on.
BEFORE OPERATION
Notes: CONCERNING COMPACT DISCS.
Since dirty, damaged or warped discs may damage the appliance, care should be taken of the followings items
:
a. Usable compact discs. Use only compact disc with the mark shown below
.
b. CD compact disc only with digital audio signals
.
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1. POWER / STANDBY
2. MODE
3. REMOTE SENSOR
4. SKIP +
5. SKIP -
6. REPEAT
7. FM STEREO / MONO SELECTOR
DUBBING SPEED SELECTOR
8. PLAY / PAUSE
9. STOP
10. TAPE DECK 1
11. TAPE DECK 1 BUTTON
RECORD
PLAY
REWIND
FAST FORWARD
STOP / EJECT
PAUSE
12. STANDBY INDICATOR
13. LCD DISPLAY
14. EQ
15. DISC SKIP
16. CD DOOR OPEN / CLOSE
17. 3CD CHANGER TRAY
18. VOLUME CONTROL
19. TAPE
20. TUNER / BAND
21. CD
22. AUX
23. EQ FLAT
24. PHONE JACK
25. EXTRA BASS
26. DISC SELECTOR
27. TAPE DECK 2
28. TAPE DECK 2 BUTTON
PLAY
REWIND
FAST FORWARD
STOP / EJECT
PAUSE
LOCATION OF CONTROL
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AC PO
WER
Connect to a Mains supply of 230-240V ac 50Hz. Do not connect to any other supply system.
POWER SOURCE
29. SPEAKER JACK
30. FM ANTENNA
31. AM ANTENNA JACK
32. BEAT CUT
33. AUX INPUT
34. AC POWER CORD
LOCATION OF CONTROL
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
Insert 2 x “AAA” size batteries into the battery compartment. Be sure that the batteries are inserted
correctly to avoid damage to the remote control. Always remove the batteries when the remote
control will not be used for a long period of time, as this will cause leakage to the batteries and
subsequently dama
Do not break open or throw on a fire exhausted batteries. Consult your local waste centre for
details of disposal.
ge to your set.
Notes:
- Use batteries of the same type. Never use different types of batteries together.
- If the distance required between the remote control and the appliance decreases, the batteries
are exhausted. In this case replace the batteries with new one.
SENSOR WINDOW OF THE RECEIVER
- Even if the remote control is operated within the effective range, its operation may be impossible if
there are any obstacies between the appliance and the remote control.
- If the remote control is operated near other appliances which generate infrared rays, or if other
remote control devices using infrared rays are used near the appliance, it may operate incorrectly.
REMOTE CONTROL
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2
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1) POWER
2) DISC-CH
3) DISC 1
4) INTRO
5) REMAIN
6) MEMORY CLK-ADJ
7) TIMER
8) CD
9) TUNER / BAND
10) SKIP +
11) STOP
12) MUTE
13) EQ
14) OPEN / CLOSE
15) DISC 3
16) DISC 2
17) M-UP REPEAT
18) M-DOWN RANDOM
19) MODE
20) SLEEP
Note:- This remote control will not operate Tape functions, except Volume.
21) AUX
22) TAPE
26) VOL -
25) VOL +
24) SKIP -
23) PLAY / PAUSE
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RADIO OPERATION
AUTOMATIC TUNING
MANUAL TU
NING
This is for selecting stations, which cannot be tuned automatically. (manual selection)
To tune a channel manually.
- Skip step 4 in the above procedures.
- In step 3, each time the “SKIP +” or “SKIP -” button is pressed momentarily (0.5 second or less),
the frequency changes by a fixed step:
FM: 0.05 MHz steps
AM: 9 kHz steps
1. Press the “TUNER / BAND” button to enter radio
mode.
2. Press the “TUNER / BAND” button to select AM or FM.
3. Press the “SKIP +” or “SKIP -” button to start automatic tuning process.
4. When a station is tuned in, the tuning process will stop automatically and you can listen to your
chosen station.
MEMORY PRESET
1. Repeat step 1 to 4 in the AUTOMATIC TUNING procedures.
2. When you have a station you wish to store. Press the “MEMORY” button to start the preset process.
3. Display will show the memory sequence number and a flashing “00”.
4. Press the “M - UP” or “M - DOWN” button to select the preset station number.
5. Press again the “MEMORY” button to store your chosen station.
6. Once all the stations are stored, press the “M - UP” or “M - DOWN” button to listen to
your chosen station.
MONO / STEREO
If the station received is noise free select Stereo. If the station is poor or noisy select Mono.
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TAPE OPERATION
GENERAL OPERATION
PAUSE Press to stop playing tape temporarily.
Press again to resume tape playing.
STOP / EJECT Press to stop tape playing.
Press again to open the cassette door after the tape spools stop turning.
FAST FORWARD & Press to start rapid tape winding either forward or reverse direction.
REWIND
PLAY Press to start playing tape.
RECORD Press it together with “PLAY” button to start recording.
PLAYBACK
1. Press the “TAPE” button to enter “TAPE” mode.
2. Press the “STOP / EJECT” button to open the cassette door and insert your tape.
3. Close the cassette door.
4. Press the “PLAY” button to start playing
tape.
5. Adjust the “VOLUME” control to the desired level.
6. Press the “PAUSE” button when you want to stop playing tape operation temporarily.
7. Press the “STOP / EJECT” button when finished.
RECORDING (DECK
Protecting Recording
s
1)
1. Press the “STOP / EJECT” button to open the cassette door and insert a blank tape.
2. Select the source you want to record.
To record from radio - Press the “TUNER / BAND” button to enter “RADIO” mode and select the
desired station.
To record from CD - Press the “CD” button to enter “CD” mode. Place a dissc in the CD compartment
and select the desired track.
3. Press the “RECORD” button together with the “PLAY” button to start recording.
4. Press the “STOP / EJECT” button when finish
Note : Tape cassettes with tabs removed will prevent the Record button from being pressed
.
Normally, anything recorded on the tape is automatically erased when a new recording is made. It is
possible to protect your recordings from accidental erasure by removing the tabs found on the rear
of the cassette. See page 8.
When the cassette is held with the recorded side upper-most and exposed tape facing the front, the
protective tab will be found on the left rear of the cassette.
All pre-recorded cassette are protected in this way to prevent accidental erasure of the commercial
recording “Protected” cassettes will prevent the record button from being operated. If at any time you
attempt to record and find that this button will not depress, never force the mechanism or it may be
damaged. Check that a cassette has been loaded and that a tab has not been removed. Recording
on a cassette from which the tabs have been removed can be done by covering the tab openings
with a piece of adhesive tape.
ed.
The erase head and record/play head and the surface of the pinch roller are delicate
and must not be touched with metal objects such as screwdrivers. You may find it
ea
sier to clean the assembly by pressing the PLAY button to bring head and pinch
roller into view. Be sure to press the CASS.STOP button after cleaning the mechanism.
Da
mage to the pinchwheel can occur if the unit is left in PLAY mode with the power
switched o
ff.
ERASE HEAD
RECORD/PL
AY HEAD
CAPS
TAN
PINCH ROLLER
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TAPE OPERATION
DUBBING (DECK 2) TO (DECK 1)
This appliance enables you to duplicate a prerecorded tape to another tape by using the in-unit
double deck mechanisms. It is performed only one way, from deck 2 (playback) to deck 1 (recording).
DUBBING AT NORMAL SPEED
1. Press the “STOP / EJECT” button to open both cassette doors.
2. Insert a blank tape into deck 1 and a pre - recorded tape into deck 2.
3. Press the deck 1 “PAUSE” button and then press the “RECORD” button.
4. Press the deck 2 “PLAY” button to start recording.
DUBBING AT HIGH SPEED
1. Press the “DUBBING SPEED” button to select “HIGH” dubbing speed.
2. Press the “STOP / EJECT” button to open both cassette doors.
3. Insert a blank tape into deck 1 and a pre - recorded tape into deck 2.
4. Press the deck 1 “PAUSE” button and then press the “RECORD” button.
5. Press the deck 2 “PLAY” button to start recording.
Not
es:
- Deck 2 is used for playback only. Deck 1 is used for both recording and playba
ck.
- When the dubbing at high speed is in progress, do not release the “DUBBING SPEED” button,
since this will vary the speed of the program and ruin the recording.
Side A
Care Of Cassette Mechanism
Gently clean the tape head and pinch-wheel/capstan assemblies after every 10 hours
of use until all traces of oxide deposit have been removed.
A rang e of cassette care
products are available.
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CD OPERATION
GENERAL OPERATION
PLAY / PAUSE Press to start playing CD disc.
Press again to stop playing CD operation temporarily.
Press again to resume playback.
SKIP + & Press to go to the next track or back to the previous track.
SKIP - Press and hold while playing until you find the point of the music.
STOP Press to stop all CD operations.
PLAYBACK
1. Press the “CD” button to enter CD mode.
2. Press the “OPEN / CLOSE” button to open the disc loader compartment and place a CD disc with
the label facing upwards in the CD compartment.
3. When the disc loader compartment is open, only the right and left disc holders are exposed. The
third disc holder will remain covered. To expose the third disc holder, press the “DISC SKIP”
button once.
4. Press the “OPEN / CLOSE” button to close the disc loader compartment.
5. Focus search is performed if a disc is inside. Press the “PLAY / PAUSE” button to start playing the disc.
6. Adjust the “VOLUME” control to the desired level.
7. Press the “PLAY / PAUSE” button again when you want to stop playback temporarily.
8. Press the “STOP” button to finish completely.
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REP
EAT
Press the “REPEAT” button before or during playing CD disc,
each press switches the repeat function as follows:
3 - REPEAT
1 TRACK
2 - REPEAT 1 DISC
1 - REPEAT ALL DISCS IN COMPARTMENT
4 - NORMAL PLAYBACK
REPEAT 1
REPEAT 1
REPEAT
1 DISC
REPEAT
ALL DISCS
REPEAT
1 DI
SC
NORMAL
PLAYB
ACK
REPEAT ALL
DISCS
IN
COMPARTM
ENT
CD OPERATION
PROGRAM
Up to 20 tracks can be programmed for disc play in any order.
Be sure to press the “STOP” button before use.
1. Press the “MEMORY” button, the display will show “000 P-01”, “MEMORY” and disc no. flashing.
2. Select desired track by using the “SKIP +” or “SKIP -” button.
3. Press the “MEMORY” button again to store the desired track into the program memory.
4. Repeat step 2 to 4 to enter additional tracks into the program memory.
5. When all the desired tracks have programmed. Press the “PLAY / PAUSE” button to play the disc
in the order you have programmed.
6. Press the “STOP” button to terminate programmed playback.
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OTHER FEATURES
EQ
Press the “EQ” button on remote control, each press will switch the EQ function as follows:
1 - JAZZ
2 - ROCK
3 - CLASSIC
4 - POP
5 - FLAT (NORMAL)
Notes:
- CD-RW, CD-R, discs may not play according to the type of recording. MP3 and WMA discs will not
play, however WAV files should play.
EXTRA BASS
1. Press the “BASS” button to enjoy extra bass sound effect.
2. Display will show “BASS - ON”.
3. Press the “BASS” button again to switch off extra bass sound effect.
INTRO
1. While in “CD” mode, press the “INTRO” button on remote control to play each song for 10
seconds.
2. Press the “INTRO” button again to resume normal playback.
REMAIN
1. Press the “REMAIN” button once, display will show the time remaining on the song currently playing.
2. Press the “REMAIN” button twice, display will show the time remaining on the CD currently playing.
3. Press the “REMAIN” button 3 times, display will show the number of songs and time already played
on the current CD.
4. Press the “REMAIN” button 4 times to exit this function.
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OTHER FEATURES
TIMER ON / OFF & MEMORY CLOCK AJDUST BY REMOTE CONTROL
1. Press the “MODE” button once, the display will show the clock time. Then press the “MEMORY /
CLK - ADJ” button. The display will show “00:00”. Press the “SKIP+” or “SKIP-” button to adjust the
time. When done, press the “MODE” button once to confirm.
2. Now “TIMER ON” will appear flashing on the diaplay. Press the “MEMORY / CLK - ADJ” button and
“SKIP -” button to set the TIMER ON function. When done, press the “MODE” button once to confirm.
Set the appliance to “STANDBY” mode.
3. Press the “MODE” button once more, “TIMER OFF” will appear flashing on display. Follow similar
instructions as mentioned in 2) above. Unit will turn to “STANDBY” mode, at the time set by TIMER
OFF.
4. After setting the TIMER ON and TIMER OFF, press the “TIMER” button once to activate these
functions.
SLEEP
1. Press the “SLEEP” button on remote control, display will show “SLEEP 90”. That means, after 90
minutes, appliance will automatically turn to standby mode.
2. Hold the “SLEEP” button for about 5 seconds to select the turn off time, from 90, to 10 minutes
in 10 minute intervals.
3. Press the “SLEEP” button to “SLEEP OFF” to canel the sleep function.
Note. If the apparatus is disconnected from the mains supply all timings will be lost
ON HANDLING DISCS ON CLEANING DISCS
Do not touch the playback side of the disc.
Do not attach paper or tape to disc.
Fingerprints and dust on the disc casue picture
and sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the
centre outwards with a soft cloth. Always keep
the disc clean.
If you can not wipe o
ff the dust with a soft cloth,
wipe the disc lightly with a slightly moistened soft
cloth and finish with a dry cloth.
Do not use any type of solvent such as thinne
r,
benzine, commercially available cleaners or anti-
static spray for vinyl Lps. It may damage the disc.
Trouble Shooting Guide.
Should you experience problems please consult the guide below
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
General
Dead. No led lit No power to unit.
Ch
eck mains connection
Is
plugged in and turned on
Dead. Red led lit Unit is in standby
Press stan
dby button on main
unit
or Power button on R/C
Volume set low Adjust volume level
Incorrect mode set
Check Mode a
nd select correct
one
for your needs
AUX input selected Select CD /Radio/Tape
No output. Display lit
Speaker leads
not connected
correctly
Ensure the
wire ends are
gripped
by the metal clips
Radio
Aerial wire not unravelled. Fully extend FM wire aerial.
Poor reception. FM
Signal in your area may not be
strong.
Consult your local dealer
Poor reception. AM Loop aerial not adjusted Rotate the loop aerial for best
recepti
on
CD
Disc not placed correctly Ensure disc is Label side up.
Not correct type of material This player will not play MP3
discs.
Disc dirty or damaged. Clean disc with care see page
14
No disc in selected location Press disc select button
Not playing
Laser
optic dirty
Use a Laser cleaning disc fro
m
your local supplier.
Disc tray not opening CD not selected No CD operation if CD is not
sele
cted
Tape
Tape not playing Tape not selected No Tape operation if Tape is
not selected
.
Tape “Wowing” Old tape or tape tightly wound Fast wind tape to loosen
Poor high frequency response Dirty tape heads Clean tape heads with a “Head
Cleaning” cassette.
Record button will not press
Pre
recorded tape in or tabs
remo
ved
Place a blank tape and chec
k
that tabs have not been
remo
ved
Remote Control
Exhausted batteries Replace batteriesNo operation or intermittent
Objects in path
of signal Clear optical path to receiver
If you are still having difficulty please call the Technical help line. Ring 01422
203676
(Normal rates apply).
Opening
hours Mon-Fri 8 am – 8pm. Sat 9 am – 4pm. Sun 11am – 4pm “Bank
holid
ays as Sun”
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IMPORTANT
If the mains plug requires replacement, please follow the following instructions.
DO NOT CONNECT THE CENTRE PIN (EARTH).
Connect the Blue wire to the (N) terminal ( this may be
coloured blue).
Connect the Brown wire to the (L) terminal adjacent to
the fuse ( this may be coloured brown).
This appliance must have a 3A fuse fitted.
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Specifications
Power Supply : 230V ~ 50Hz
Power Consumption : 40W
Output Power(RMS) : 2 x 5W
Terminal impedence : Speaker 8ohms
Main Unit Dimensions : 330(W) x 280(L) x 318(H)mm
Speaker Dimensions : 200(W) x 190(L) x 320(H)mm
Net Weight : 6kg
Gross Weight : 11kg
Tuning Frequency : AM: 540-1600 KHz
FM: 88-108 MHz
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Akura APTCDC832PR is a cassette deck with a variety of features, offering you great sound quality and flexibility in your listening experience. With its dual cassette decks, you can easily record, playback, rewind, fast forward, and pause your favorite music and audio content. The auto-reverse function ensures seamless playback without the need for manual intervention. Additionally, the device features a built-in radio tuner with automatic and manual tuning options, allowing you to enjoy your favorite radio stations.
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