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PORTABLE CD PLAYER WITH AM/FM
STEREO RADIO
MODEL: MP3838
BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THESE
INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
15. OVERLOADING
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.
16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS
Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in
fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid on the product.
17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the
product is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS
All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. CLEANING
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. ATTACHMENTS
If an outside antenna is connected to the product, be sure the antenna
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage
surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-
in wire to an antenna discharge product, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna discharge product, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for grounding electrode.
Do not use attachments not recommended by the product's
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. WATER AND MOISTURE
Do not use this product near water- for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool.
8. ACCESSORIES
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table. The product may fall, causing serious injury and serious damage to
the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the
product. Any mounting of the product should follow the
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(symbol provided by RETAC)
manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
8A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved
with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
18. SERVICING
combination to overturn.
9. VENTILATION
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer
all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product
and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked
or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product
should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.
19. REPLACEMENT PARTS
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician
uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those that
have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
20. SAFETY CHECK
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
product is in proper operating condition.
10. POWER SOURCES
This product should be operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power
company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or
other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
21. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
22. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
Unplug the product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION
This product is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug
(a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions, as an adjustment of other controls may result
in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
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, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the appliance.
f.
When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this
indicates a need for service.
13. LIGHTNING
23. HEAT
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
24. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER
To protect your product from a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
14. POWER LINES
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention
to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point
of cable entry as practical.
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
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PREPARATION FOR USE
Unpacking and Setup
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Carefully remove the unit from the display carton and remove all packing material from the unit itself.
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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.
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Press the OPEN/CLOSE area to open the CD compartment door. There is a white card in the CD
compartment which is intended to prevent the CD pickup from moving during shipment of the product.
Remove this card from the CD compartment before use.
Power Sources
This portable audio system is designed to operate on either 110-120V AC 60Hz house current DC or by
using eight (8) ‘C’ batteries, not included. Attempting to operate this unit from any other power source may
cause damage to the unit, which is not covered by your warranty.
AC Operation
Unwind the AC cord and extend it to its full length. Insert the small end of
the AC cord into the AC socket on the rear of the unit. Insert the other
end of the AC cord into any convenient 110-120V 60Hz household outlet.
Please note that this unit is equipped with a polarized AC plug which has
one blade wider than the other. This is a safety feature to reduce the
likelihood of electric shock. This polarized AC plug will only fit in a
polarized AC outlet. If you find that you cannot insert this plug into your outlet, you may have an obsolete
non-polarized outlet. Please do not try to defeat this safety feature by using a non-polarized adapter or by
filing the wider blade to make it fit into your outlet. If this plug does not fit into your outlet, you should contact
a qualified licensed electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Battery Installation
To use this unit with battery power, remove the battery compartment on the bottom of the unit by sliding it
towards the rear of the unit and lifting the battery door off. Insert eight (8) ‘C’ size batteries following the
diagram in the compartment.
NOTE: The AC power cord must be disconnected from the AC socket on the rear of the unit in order for the
unit to operate on battery power.
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
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1. AC Power Jack (Rear of Unit)
2. Function Control
12. POWER and PROG Indicators
13. Battery Compartment (Bottom of Unit)
14. STOP (■) Button
3. VOLUME Control
4. Carrying Handle
15. PROGRAM Button
5. CD Compartment
6. AM/FM Dial Scale and Pointer
7. FM Rod Antenna
16. REPEAT Button
17. Display
18. SKIP/Search –
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Button
8. CD Door OPEN/CLOSE Area
9. TUNING Control
19. PLAY/PAUSE and REPEAT Indicators
20. PLAY/PAUSE (Š/ ) Button
21. FM STEREO Indicator
22. Speaker
10. BAND Control
11. Speaker
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RADIO OPERATION
TO PLAY THE RADIO
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3
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2
Rotate the Function control to the Rotate the BAND control ■ to Adjust the VOLUME control as
desired.
RADIO position.
select AM or FM. Rotate the
TUNING control ■ to select a
station.
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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 – This unit has a built-in ferrite rod antenna, which provides
adequate reception in most areas. If reception is weak, turn the unit to
improve reception.
When you have finished listening,
rotate the FUNCTION control to
the OFF position.
FM – The FM Rod Antenna is for FM reception only. If reception is
weak, adjust the length and the angle of the antenna.
COMPACT DISC (CD) OPERATION
TO INSERT A CD
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2
3
Open the CD compartment lid by Rotate the Function control to the The total number of tracks will be
pressing the OPEN/CLOSE area. CD position.
Place a CD on the center spindle,
with the printed label side facing
up. Close the CD compartment
door.
displayed and the CD player will
stop.
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COMPACT DISC (CD) OPERATION (CONTINUED)
TO PLAY A CD (STANDARD CD, CD-R AND CD-RW CAN BE USED)
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2
3
1
2
Rotate the Function control to the To play a disc from the beginning, To start from a specific track,
CD position. Insert a CD as
described in the TO INSERT A button. Press the PLAY/PAUSE
press the PLAY/PAUSE (Š/ )
locate the track using the
SKIP/Search – ■ or +
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CD section on page 5.
(Š/ ) button again to pause
playback; the track indicator will
blink.
button and press the PLAY/
PAUSE (Š/ ) button ■.
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5
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2
1
2
To search forward or backward
through the disc during playback,
Adjust the VOLUME control as To skip forward or backward press and hold the SKIP/Search –
desired.
through the tracks on the disc,
press the SKIP/Search – ■ or
■ button.
■ or +
■ button, a
chattering noise will be heard.
Stop pressing the button to return
to normal playback.
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FAQS:
Do I need an adapter to play 3”
singles?
No, simply insert the 3” single into the
groove.
What is the maximum time for a CD in
this unit?
The maximum time is 74 minutes.
When the disc is through playing, When you have finished listening,
it will stop rotating. Press the rotate the Function control to the
STOP (■) button to stop the disc OFF position.
before it is finished.
What type of CDs can I play?
CD, CD-Rs and CD-RWs can be used.
NOTES:
• If a disc is inserted incorrectly, dirty, damaged or not present at all, it will not play.
• As each track is played, the track number is shown in the display.
• To prevent damage to the disc, never open the CD door while the disc is rotating. Wait for the disc to
stop before opening the CD door. Never touch the lens when the CD compartment door is open.
• DO NOT use the carrying handle when playing a CD. The CD should only be used on a steady surface.
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COMPACT DISC (CD) OPERATION (CONTINUED)
TO REPEATEDLY PLAY BACK ONE TRACK
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2
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2
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Rotate the Function control to the Select
a
track using the Press the REPEAT button ■
■ or +
button and press the PLAY/ blink and the unit will play the
CD position. Insert a CD as SKIP/Search –
described in the TO INSERT A
CD section on page 5.
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once, the REPEAT indicator will
selected track over and over until
the STOP (■) button ■ is
pressed.
PAUSE (Š/ ) button ■.
TO REPEATEDLY PLAY BACK ALL TRACKS
1
2
3
2
1
Rotate the Function control to the Press the REPEAT button twice,
CD position. Insert a CD as the REPEAT indicator will light.
described in the TO INSERT A
Press the PLAY/PAUSE (Š/ )
button ■ to begin playback and
the unit will play the entire disc
over and over until the STOP (■)
button ■ is pressed.
CD section on page 5.
NOTE:
To stop and cancel Repeat playback, press the STOP (■) button.
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COMPACT DISC (CD) OPERATION (CONTINUED)
TO PROGRAM THE MEMORY (UP TO 32 TRACKS)
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2
3
1
2
Rotate the Function control to the Press the PROGRAM button; “01” Use the SKIP/Search –
■ or
CD position. Insert a CD as will appear in the display and the
described in the TO INSERT A PROG indicator will blink.
CD section on page 5.
+
■ button to select the first
track to be programmed.
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5
6
Press the PROGRAM button Repeat steps 3 and 4 to program
Press the PLAY/PAUSE (Š/ )
again; the selected track has now the other desired tracks in button to begin playback; the
been programmed and counted as sequence (up to 32 tracks).
program 1.
PROG indicator will light and the
tracks will play in the order
programmed.
NOTES:
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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 +
or –
button.
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The CD player will stop after all programmed tracks have been played or the STOP (■) button is
pressed. If the STOP (■) button was pressed, the programmed tracks will remain in memory. Simply
press the PROGRAM button and then the PLAY/PAUSE (Š/ ) button to continue Program playback.
To cancel Program playback, press the PROGRAM button to enter the Program mode and then press
the STOP (■) button, or open the CD door.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Caring for Compact Discs
• Treat the disc carefully. Handle the disc only by its edges.
Never allow your fingers 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 detergents or abrasive cleaners to clean
the compact disc. If necessary, use a CD cleaning kit.
• If a compact disc skips or gets stuck on a section of the compact disc, it is probably dirty or damaged
(scratched).
• When cleaning the compact disc, wipe in straight lines from the center of the compact disc to the outer
edge of the compact disc. Never wipe in circular motions.
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• This unit is designed to play only compact discs bearing the identification logo as shown here.
Other discs may not conform to the CD standard and may not play properly.
• Compact Discs should be stored in their cases after each use to avoid damage.
• Do not expose compact discs to direct sunlight, high humidity, high temperatures, or dust, etc. Prolonged
exposure or extreme temperatures can warp the disc.
• Do not stick or write anything on either side of the disc. Sharp writing instruments, or the ink may damage
the surface.
Cleaning the unit
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power source when cleaning.
• The finish on your unit may be cleaned with a dust cloth and cared for as other furniture. Use caution
when cleaning and wiping the plastic parts.
• Mild soap and a damp cloth may be used on the front panel.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking service.
Symptom
Radio
Possible Cause
Solution
Noise or sound distorted
on radio broadcasts.
Station not tuned properly for
AM or FM.
Retune the AM or FM broadcast
station.
FM: Telescopic antenna is not
properly adjusted.
Reorient FM telescopic antenna.
AM: Unit is not positioned
correctly.
Rotate unit until best reception is
obtained.
AM or FM, no sound.
Function control not set to RADIO.
Volume at minimum.
Set Function control to RADIO.
Increase volume.
Compact Disc Player
CD Player will not play.
Function control not set to CD.
Set Function control to CD.
Insert CD with label side up.
CD is not installed or installed
upside-down.
CD skips while playing.
Disc is dirty or scratched.
Wipe disc with cloth or use
another disc.
General
No sound.
Power cord disconnected.
Connect power cord.
No batteries, or weak, dead or
inserted incorrectly.
Insert fresh batteries correctly.
FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE
AT WWW.MEMOREXELECTRONICS.COM OR CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE AT
1-800-919-3647
PLEASE KEEP ALL PACKAGING MATERIAL FOR AT LEAST 90 DAYS IN CASE YOU NEED
TO RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR PLACE OF PURCHASE OR MEMOREX.
FOR PARTS AND ACCESSORIES, CONTACT FOX INTERNATIONAL AT 1-800-321-6993.
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Memcorp, Inc.
Weston, FL
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