Brookstone Portable CD Player User manual
- Category
- CD players
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- User manual
Brookstone Portable CD Player is a versatile device that allows you to enjoy your favorite music on the go. With multi-format CD and MP3 playback, you can listen to a wide range of audio content. The built-in line out jack lets you connect to an external amplifier for a more powerful sound experience, while the 3.5mm headphone jack provides a private listening option. The Portable CD Player also features an easy-to-read LCD function display and convenient controls for playback, volume adjustment, and track skipping.
Brookstone Portable CD Player is a versatile device that allows you to enjoy your favorite music on the go. With multi-format CD and MP3 playback, you can listen to a wide range of audio content. The built-in line out jack lets you connect to an external amplifier for a more powerful sound experience, while the 3.5mm headphone jack provides a private listening option. The Portable CD Player also features an easy-to-read LCD function display and convenient controls for playback, volume adjustment, and track skipping.
Portable CD Player
WITH MULTI-FORMAT CD AND MP3 PLAYBACK
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Table of conTenTs
Cautions and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Location of Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11
Line Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Earphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
CD Player and CD Handling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Playing a CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-17
MP3-CD Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-22
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-26
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caUTIon
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The lightning flash with arrow-head symbol within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the unit’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the unit.
IMPoRTanT safeTY InsTRUcTIons
All the safety and operating instructions should be read, adhered to and followed
before the unit is operated.
save These InsTRUcTIons
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DanGeR
To reduce the risk of electric shock, burns, fire or injury:
Do not use while bathing or in a shower.
Do not place or store unit where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
Do not place in, drop or submerge in water or other liquid.
Do not reach for unit that has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately.
Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not
spilled onto the unit.
WaRnInG
Close supervision is necessary when this appliance/product is used
by or near children or mentally disabled individuals.
Use this unit only for its intended use as described in this manual.
Unplug this unit during lightning storms, when unused for long periods
of time or when batteries are fully charged.
Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
Protect the adapter cord from being walked on or pinched.
Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Wrap cord loosely around
the unit, or place adapter in the original box, when storing.
Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable fumes.
Never remove the plug from the socket by pulling the power cord.
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9. The unit should be situated away from direct sunlight or heat sources such
as radiators, electric heaters, heat registers, stoves, or other units (including
amplifiers) that produce heat. Avoid placing on top of stereo equipment that
radiates heat.
10. Never block the air openings of the unit with materials such as clothing,
plastic bags or papers, or place it on a soft surface such as a bed or couch,
where the air openings may be blocked.
11. Do not overload electrical outlet. Use only the power source as indicated.
12. Do not carry this unit by cord or use cord as handle.
13. Never operate this unit if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. If the
unit’s power supply cord or plug is damaged, do not attempt to fix it yourself.
14. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repair
the unit. Incorrect repair can cause risk of electric shock or injury to persons
when unit is used.
IMPoRTanT
This product does not contain a separate Power On/Off switch.
After inserting a disc and installing batteries/AC adaptor, simply press
the Play button to switch on and play a disc.
In order to maximize battery life and provide optimum playing time, this
product incorporates an Auto-Power-Off function. The power to the player
will automatically switch off approximately 60 Seconds after a disc has
finished playing or when the CD lid is opened.
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The ESP function is automatically engaged when playback starts.
For more information please refer to page 18 of these instructions.
safeTY PRecaUTIon
As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to the eyes,
do not attempt to disassemble the casing.
Stop operation immediately if any liquid or solid object should fall into
the cabinet. Unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel.
Do not touch the lens or poke at it. If you do, you may damage the lens
and the player may not operate properly.
Do not put anything in the safety slot. If you do, the laser diode will be
ON when the lid is still opened.
If the unit is not to be used for a long period of time, make sure that all
power sources are disconnected from the unit. Remove all batteries from
the battery compartment, and unplug the AC adaptor from the wall outlet.
Make it a practice to remove the AC adaptor by grasping the main body
and not by pulling the cord.
This unit employs a laser. The use of controls or adjustment or performance
of procedures other than those specified herein may result in exposure to
hazardous radiation.
WaRnInG
The apparatus and AC/DC adaptor shall not be exposed to dripping and
splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed
on the apparatus or AC/DC adaptor.
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fcc InfoRMaTIon
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
Digital Device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This equipment complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
1. This equipment may not cause harmful interference.
2. This equipment must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer may void the user’s
authority to operate this device.
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baTTeRY PRecaUTIons
Dispose of the old batteries properly. Do not dispose of the old batteries
in a fire.
Do not leave the batteries where a child or pet could play with or swallow
them. If the batteries are swallowed, contact a physician immediately.
The batteries may explode if mistreated. Do not attempt to recharge or
disassemble the batteries.
Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type. Do not mix old
and new batteries, different types of batteries, or rechargeable batteries
of different capacities.
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locaTIon of PaRTs anD conTRols
1. DISPLAY WINDOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LCD function display
2. SKIP-/SEARCH LEFT . . . . . . . . . . . . Skip or fast search tracks backward,
and MP3 file SEARCH-LEFT
3. SKIP+/SEARCH RIGHT
. . . . . . . . . . Skip or fast search tracks forward,
and MP3 file SEARCH-RIGHT
4. PLAY/PAUSE /UP
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turns the set on, starts and interrupts
CD play, and MP3 file SEARCH-UP
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5. LINE OUT JACK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connect to an external amplifier
6. PHONE JACK
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7. VOLUME
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjusts the volume
8. OPEN SWITCH
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Opens the CD lid
9. BATTERY COMPARTMENT
. . . . . . . Install Battery (inside CD door)
10. STOP/DOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stops CD play, erases a program
and turns the set off, and MP3 file
SEARCH-DOWN
11. ESP/MENU
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MP3: select the file search function
through MENU CD AUDIO Anti-Shock
Protection and choose on/off
12. MODE/CLEAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selects the different playing possibilities;
REPEAT1/ALL/DIR., INTRO, RANDOM
13. PROGRAM/EQ /“ENTER” . . . . . . . . Selects the program mode or enters the
program and MP3 file through SEARCH-
ENTER, then choose the equalizer setting
14. RECHARGE SWITCH
. . . . . . . . . . . . . Set the switch to ON position to start
charging. Both batteries must be of
rechargeable NICKEL-CADMIUM
or NI-MH type.
15. RECHARGE LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Red LED indicator will illuminate
to show that charging is taking place.
16. DC INPUT JACK
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jack for 4.5V external power supply
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PoWeR sUPPlY
INSERTING BATTERIES
Open the battery compartment and insert 2 AA alkaline batteries (not included)
according to the polarity indicators within the battery compartment.
Charging rechargeable batteries:
Plug an AC adapter (not included) into the CD Player and into an electrical outlet.
Insert 2 Nickel Cadmium or 2 Ni-MH rechargeable batteries and set the RECHARGE
Switch to on. The red RECHARGE LED will illuminate to show charge is taking place.
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY INFORMATION
This unit can fully recharge recommended rechargeable batteries in approximately
15 hours. You should fully charge rechargeable batteries (NOT included) before using
for the first time or if they have not been used for a long period (over 60 days.)
IMPoRTanT: If UsInG The UnIT To RechaRGe baTTeRIes, all
baTTeRIes MUsT be of RechaRGeable nIcKel-caDMIUM oR
nI-Mh TYPe, oTheRWIse The baTTeRIes MaY eXPloDe oR leaK.
1. Open the battery compartment cover and insert two of the recommended
(1.2V 1200mA) rechargeable batteries according to the polarity indicators
inside the compartment.
2. Plug in the AC adapter (not included) and set the Recharge switch to ON
position to start charging. During charging, the RED LED charge indicator
will illuminate.
3. After 15 hours, unplug the AC adapter and switch the RECHARGE SWITCH
to the OFF position. Note: do not charge continuously for 24 hours or more.
Doing so can cause the performance of the rechargeable batteries to deteriorate.
IMPORTANT: IF NI-CAD BATTERIES ARE USED, THEIR CHARGE
TIME WILL BE APPROXIMATELY 7-8 HOURS.
Note: You may play a CD while charging the batteries.
INDICATION OF LOW BATTERIES
A flashing “LOW BATTERY” indicator appears on the display when the batteries
need to be replaced or Ni-MH or Nickel Cadmiun batteries need to be recharged.
You may either replace the alkaline batteries, recharge the Ni-MH or Nickel
Cadmium batteries or connect the AC power adapter (batteries and adapter
NOT included).
USING THE POWER ADAPTER
Only use a 4.5V/600mA DC, positive center pin power adapter.
Any other adapter may damage the unit.
Make sure the local voltage corresponds to the adapter’s voltage.
Connect the power adapter to the 4.5V DC jack of the player and
to the wall outlet.
Note: Always disconnect the adapter when not in use.
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You can connect the CD player to an additional device with the LINE IN jack.
1. Turn down the volume on the additional device.
2. Connect the audio signal cable (not supplied) to the LINE OUT jack of the
CD player and the CD IN, AUX IN or LINE IN jack of the additional device.
3. To adjust the sound and volume, use the controls on the connected device.
eaRPhones
CONNECTING THE EARPHONES
Connect your earphones (not included) into the PHONE JACK socket.
cD PlaYeR anD cD hanDlInG
Do not touch the lens of the player.
Do not expose the unit, batteries or CDs to humidity, rain, sand or excessive
heat (caused by other equipment or direct sunlight).
You can clean the CD player with a soft, slightly dampened lint-free cloth.
Do not use any cleaning agents as they may have a corrosive effect.
Avoid dropping the unit as this may cause damage.
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PlaYInG a cD
Note: This CD player plays Audio CDs and MP3 CDs such as CDRs and
CDRWs. It will not play a Cdi, CDV or computer CD or DVD.
Slide the OPEN slider towards the right and the lid opens. The “Door-Open”
indicator will appear on the LCD.
Insert an audio CD or MP3-CD, printed side up, by pressing gently on the
CD center so that it fits onto the hub. Close the lid by pressing it down on
the left side.
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button for approximately 1 second to turn the
set on and then start playback. The current track number and the elapsed
playing time are displayed. It will take approximately 5 seconds for a CD
to begin playback.
You can interrupt playback by pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button. The time
where playback was interrupted flashes.
Continue playback by pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button again.
4. Press the STOP button to stop playback. The total number of tracks and
the total playing time of the CD are displayed.
5. Press the STOP button again to turn off the unit.
6. To remove the CD, hold it by its edge and press the hub gently while lifting
the CD.
When the unit is turned on, the ESP function is active automatically.
“ESP" is displayed. If the ESP function is not required, press the ESP
button to turn it off.
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PLAYBACK INFORMATION
Playback will stop if you open the CD lid.
While the CD is being read, “Now Reading” is displayed.
If there is no activity for 10 seconds, the set will clear the display. If there is
no activity after another 60 seconds, the set will turn off automatically to save
battery power. Any settings such as program and playing modes will be kept.
VOLUME AND SOUND ADJUSTMENT
Adjust the volume level, in increments of 32 steps, by using the VOLUME
UP/DOWN button.
PRESET EQUALIZER
While a CD is playing, press the PROG/EQ/ENTER button to cycle though the
EQ setting (NORMAL, CLASSIC, POP, JAZZ , ROCK, BASS, ULTRA-BASS).
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FEATURES
SELECTING A TRACK AND SEARCHING
Selecting a track during playback:
Briefly press +SKIP/SEARCH or -SKIP/SEARCH button once or several
times to skip to the current, previous or subsequent track start. Playback
continues with the selected track.
Selecting a track when playback is stopped:
Briefly press +SKIP/SEARCH or -SKIP/SEARCH button once or several
times. The selected track number is displayed.
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to start CD play. The playback starts with
the selected track.
Searching for a passage during playback:
Press and hold +SKIP/SEARCH or -SKIP/SEARCH button to find a particular
passage in a backward or forward direction. Search starts and playback
continues at a low volume. After 2 seconds the search speeds up.
Release the button when you reach the desired passage. Normal playback
continues from this position.
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PROGRAMMING TRACK NUMBERS
You can select up to 64 tracks and store them in the memory in a desired sequence.
You can store any track more than once.
1. While the unit is stopped, press the PROG button. PROGRAM “P” lights up and
“CD 00 P- 01” is displayed.
2. Select a track with SKIP+/- button.
Press the ENT (ENTER) button once to store the desired track.
3. Select and store additional desired tracks.
4. Press the PLAY button to start playback of your selected tracks.
You can review the program by pressing the PROG button when playback
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stopped. The display shows all stored tracks in sequence.
Note: You can also edit the program any time with the PROG button. If you
press PROG and there is no track selected after 30 seconds readout reverts
to previous display.
Erasing the program: If necessary, press the STOP button to stop playback and then
press the MODE/CLEAR button for 3 seconds. The program will also be erased
if you open the door or change the CD. The program will be saved, however, if the
player's power is turned off.
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ESP
This player incorporates the latest digital anti-shock circuit, which prevents
interruption of the sound output if the unit is subject to shock or vibration during
disc playback. The anti shock system will automatically start when a disc is played.
To turn off this function press the ESP button.
Note: When playing MP3 tracks, the display will read “Welcome MP3”,
The ESP feature will not appear but is automatically activated regardless
of the ESP switch setting.
SELECTING DIFFERENT PLAYING OPTIONS – MODE
It is possible to play tracks in random order, to repeat a track or the CD and to play
the first few seconds of each track.
1. Press MODE during playback once or repeatedly until the display shows either:
REPEAT 1: The current track is played repeatedly. “REP 1” is displayed.
REPEAT ALL: The entire CD is played repeatedly. “REP A” is displayed.
REPEAT D: The current directory is played repeatedly. “REP D” is displayed.
(MP3 only).
Intro: The first 10 seconds of each of the remaining tracks are played in
sequence. “INT” is displayed.
RANDOM: All tracks of the CD are played in random order until all of them
have been played once. “RND” is displayed.
2. Press play in selected mode to begin.
3. To return to normal playback, press Play MODE until the mode feature
display indication disappears.
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MP3-cD PlaYbacK
IMPORTANT INFORMATION WHEN CREATING AN MP3 DISC:
Use MP3 as the file extension when creating audio files onto CDR-R/Ws.
Do not use any other file formats (extensions) such as doc, txt, pdf, etc., when
creating audio files in MP3 format.
Do not use the .mp3 extension for text or other non-audio data files. This may
result in serious malfunction of the set and harmful noise interference.
NOTE: Do not attempt to combine CD audio and MP3 tracks within a
CDR-R/W, the unit will only be able to play back CD audio tracks from
a CD with mixed file formats.
TO PLAY MP3-CD
s
1. Place a MP3 CDR-R/W with the label side up and push the CD center
lightly to set it in position.
2. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to start playback. “welcome MP3” and the
number of tracks show on the display. Please note reading an MP3 CD will
take 10 to 30 seconds depending on quantity of files to be read.
3. Press the STOP button to stop playback. Playback stops and the display shows
the total number of tracks and total number of directories/folders.
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SELECTING AND SEARCHING A TRACK/ALBUM
The following table shows the different functions available when playing
Audio CD or MP3 CDs.
Single File is displayed when playing an MP3 CD with only a root directory
which contains no additional albums (folders).
With Albums means an MP3 CD with more than one album (folders), and
is shown by directory and a number on the display, as AL 09, AL10, etc.
Function CD audio MP3 MP3 (with multiple Files)
Track select
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Music search
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Fast track select
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Fast album select
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MP3-CD PLAYBACK
TRACK SELECT
To select the next or previous track.
Press the +SKIP/SEARCH button or -SKIP/SEARCH button once
or repeatedly during playback. Playback is interrupted and starts from
the beginning of the selected track.
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Brookstone Portable CD Player User manual
- Category
- CD players
- Type
- User manual
Brookstone Portable CD Player is a versatile device that allows you to enjoy your favorite music on the go. With multi-format CD and MP3 playback, you can listen to a wide range of audio content. The built-in line out jack lets you connect to an external amplifier for a more powerful sound experience, while the 3.5mm headphone jack provides a private listening option. The Portable CD Player also features an easy-to-read LCD function display and convenient controls for playback, volume adjustment, and track skipping.
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