Jensen JMC-1250 Bluetooth 3-Speed Stereo Turntable User Manual

Introduction

This user manual provides information on the Jensen JMC-1250 Bluetooth 3-Speed Stereo Turntable 3 CD Changer Music System with Dual Cassette Deck. Please read this manual completely before operating the unit and retain it for future reference.

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Do not use this plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer. Use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for a long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
• This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no object filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
• Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated.
• Use replacement part as specified by the manufacturer.
• Upon completion of any service or repairs, ask the service technician to perform safety checks.
• Power Sources: Operate only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
• Object and Liquid Entry: Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
• Damage Requiring Service: Unplug the product and refer servicing to qualified personnel if the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled, objects have fallen into the product, the product has been exposed to rain or water, it does not operate normally, it has been dropped or damaged, or it exhibits a distinct change in performance.
• Main plug: Used as a disconnect device and should remain readily operable. To disconnect completely, pull the mains plug from the mains socket outlet.
• Battery: Shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

This symbol [double insulation symbol] indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF AC PLUG TO WIDE SLOT. FULLY INSERT.

Compliance with FCC Regulations

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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 separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into 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.

WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM [laser warning symbol].

This product contains a low power laser device.

Safe Operations Advice:

• 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.
• 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 CD door is still open.
• 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.
• This unit employs a laser. The use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified here may result in exposure to hazardous radiation.
• Should any trouble occur, remove the power source and refer servicing to qualified personnel.

Protect Your Furniture

The system is equipped with non-skid rubber 'feet' to prevent the product from moving. These 'feet' are made from non-migrating rubber material. However, certain types of oil-based furniture polishes, wood preservatives, or cleaning sprays may cause the rubber 'feet' to soften and leave marks or a rubber residue on furniture.

To prevent damage, it is recommended to purchase small self-adhesive felt pads and apply them to the bottom of the rubber 'feet' before placing the product on fine wooden furniture.

Dear Jensen® Customer

This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. Sound can be deceiving; over time, your hearing "comfort level" adapts to higher volumes, making what sounds "normal" potentially loud and harmful.

To establish a safe level:

• Start your volume control at a low setting.
• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.
• Once you have established a comfortable sound level, set the dial and leave it there.

Taking a minute to do this now will help prevent hearing damage or loss in the future.

We Want You Listening For a Lifetime

Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group recommend avoiding prolonged exposure to excessive noise.

Customer's Record:

The serial number of this product is found on its bottom cover. Note the serial number in the space provided as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss.

Model Number: JMC-1250

Serial Number: _________________________

Location of Controls

The front panel features numerous controls for operating the JMC-1250. Below is a list of the numbered controls as depicted in the diagrams:

• 1: DUST COVER
• 2: LCD DISPLAY
• 3: VOLUME UP/DOWN BUTTON
• 4: X-BASS BUTTON
• 5: STANDBY LED INDICATOR
• 6: FM MODE / DUBBING SPEED SELECTOR
• 7: POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON
• 8: STOP [stop button]
• 9: REP/RAN BUTTON
• 10: CD BUTTON
• 11: SLEEP/TIMER BUTTON
• 12: SKIP/ TUNING DOWN [skip backward button]
• 13: -10/PRE-DN [previous track button]
• 14: MEM/CLK-ADJ BUTTON
• 15: CASSETTE DOOR (1)
• 16: DECK 1 CONTROL KEY (RECORD [record button], PLAYBACK [play button], REWIND [rewind button], FAST FORWARD [fast forward button], STOP/EJECT [stop/eject button], PAUSE [pause button])
• 17: CD DOOR
• 18: BLUETOOTH INDICATOR
• 19: HEADPHONE JACK
• 20: REMOTE SENSOR
• 21: PRE-SET EQ BUTTON
• 22: PLAY/PAUSE [play/pause button]
• 23: DISC SKIP BUTTON
• 24: PHONO/BLUETOOTH/AUX BUTTON
• 25: TUNER/BAND BUTTON
• 26: TAPE BUTTON
• 27: CD DOOR OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON
• 28: SKIP/ TUNING UP [skip forward button]
• 29: +10/PRE-UP [next track button]
• 30: CASSETTE DOOR (2)
• 31: DECK 2 CONTROL KEYS (PLAYBACK [play button], REWIND [rewind button], FAST FORWARD [fast forward button], STOP/EJECT [stop/eject button], PAUSE [pause button])
• 32: SPINDLE ADAPTOR
• 33: TURNTABLE SPEED SELECTOR
• 34: AUTO STOP SWITCH
• 35: PICK-UP HOLDER
• 36: SPEAKER WIRE TERMINALS
• 37: AUX IN JACK
• 38: FM ANTENNA
• 39: AC CORD

A diagram of the remote control shows buttons for POWER, DISC 1/2/3, DISC SKIP, DISC-CH, SLEEP, TIMER, PHONO/BT/AUX, EQ, TIMER MODE, CD, TAPE, TUNER/BAND, VOLUME +/-, SKIP UP/DOWN, PLAY/PAUSE, STOP, -10/PRESET DOWN, +10/PRESET UP, MEMORY/CLK-ADJ, and REP/RAN.

Remote Control

The remote control allows operation of the JMC-1250 from a distance. Button functions include:

• OPEN/CLOSE: Press to open & close the CD door.
• POWER: Press to switch the system into standby mode.
• DISC 1,2,3: Press to select the disc for playback directly.
• DISC SKIP: Press to select the next desired disc and rotate the disc tray.
• SLEEP: Press to activate sleep function.
• TIMER: Press to set the alarm mode on/off.
• PHONO/BT/AUX: Press to activate Phono/Bluetooth or Aux mode.
• EQ: Press to select EQ mode.
• TIMER MODE: To review and set the alarm on/off time.
• CD: Press to active CD mode.
• TAPE: Press to active tape mode.
• TUNER/BAND: Press to active tuner mode and select radio band.
• VOLUME -/+: Control volume up/down.
• SKIP UP/DOWN: In CD mode: To select previous/next CD track. In Tuner mode: To step up/down frequency.
• PLAY/PAUSE [play/pause button]: In CD mode: Press once to start playback. Press again to stop the disc play temporarily.
• STOP [stop button]: In CD mode: Press to terminate CD playback. In Tuner mode: Press to select the radio band.
• -10M-DOWN: In CD mode: Press to skip 10 tracks backward. In Tuner mode: To call out the preset memory in back.
• +10/M-UP: In CD mode: Press to skip 10 tracks forward. In Tuner mode: To call out the preset memory in up.
• MEMORY/CLK-ADJ: In standby mode, for clock setting. In Tuner mode, for pre-setting of radio station into memory.
• REP/RAN: In CD mode: Press to activate the repeat/random function.

Battery Installation (Remote Control)

The battery compartment is located on the back of the remote control.

1. Remove the battery compartment door by pressing in on the tab and lifting it off.
2. Insert two AAA size batteries (not included) into the battery compartment following the polarity markings inside the battery compartment. [Diagram description: Shows two AAA batteries being inserted into a compartment with correct polarity indicated.]
3. Replace the battery compartment door.

BATTERY WARNING:

• Be sure that the batteries are installed correctly. Wrong polarity may damage the unit.
• Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
• If the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries. Old or leaking batteries can cause damage to the unit and may void the warranty.
• Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire; batteries may leak or explode.

Getting Started

1. Connect the speaker wire to the speaker terminal (#36) located on the back of the unit.
2. Plug the AC POWER CORD (#39) into a 120V AC ~ 60Hz outlet.
3. The unit will go into standby mode. The STANDBY LED INDICATOR (#5) will turn on.
4. Press POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) once to turn on the JMC-1250. The STANDBY LED INDICATOR (#5) will turn off.
5. Press POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) again to turn off the JMC-1250. The STANDBY LED INDICATOR (#5) will turn on.

Setting the Clock

The clock must be set before using the system for the first time. When you plug the system into an AC outlet for the first time, the LCD DISPLAY (#2) will show 12:00 and need to be set.

1. Press MEMORY / CLOCK-ADJUST BUTTON (#14); the Hour digits will flash. Press SKIP / TUNING DOWN [skip backward button] (#12) or SKIP / TUNING UP [skip forward button] (#28) to select the correct hour. Press MEMORY / CLOCK-ADJUST BUTTON (#14) to confirm.
2. The Minute digits will flash. Press SKIP / TUNING DOWN [skip backward button] (#12) or SKIP / TUNING UP [skip forward button] (#28) to select the correct minute. Press MEMORY / CLOCK-ADJUST BUTTON (#14) to confirm.
3. Press and hold STOP [stop button] (#8) to change 12/24 hours clock display.

Note: The clock settings may be lost if the main power switch is turned off. If this occurs, you will need to reset the clock.

Listening to the Radio

1. Press POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) to turn on the JMC-1250.
2. Press TUNER/BAND BUTTON (#25) repeatedly to enter tuner mode and select the desired band. The radio frequency will show on the LCD DISPLAY (#2).
3. Press and hold the SKIP / TUNING UP [skip forward button] (#28) or SKIP / TUNING DOWN [skip backward button] (#12) to search for the next/previous available station. If reception is poor, try Manual Tuning to fine-tune the station.
4. Press the SKIP / TUNING UP [skip forward button] (#28) or SKIP / TUNING DOWN [skip backward button] (#12) briefly to manually tune through the frequency band.
5. Adjust the volume control to the desired volume level.
6. Press POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) to turn the JMC-1250 to standby mode after listening.

Setting the Radio Station Presets

The JMC-1250 allows you to store up to 40 station presets (AM-20 and FM-20) for easy recall.

1. Press POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) to turn on the JMC-1250.
2. Press TUNER/BAND BUTTON (#25) repeatedly to enter tuner mode and select FM band.
3. Tune to the radio station you want to store in memory.
4. Press MEMORY / CLOCK-ADJUST BUTTON (#14); the preset number "00" will be flashing on display.
5. Press +10 / PRE-UP [next track button] (#29) or -10 / PRE-DN [previous track button] (#13) to select the desired preset number (00–20).
6. Press MEMORY / CLOCK-ADJUST BUTTON (#14) to confirm.
7. To store up to 20 stations presets, repeat steps 3 to 6 above.
8. Press TUNER/BAND BUTTON (#25) repeatedly to enter tuner mode and select AM band.
9. To store up to 20 stations presets, repeat steps 3 to 6 above.

Notes:

• If no button is pressed after 5 seconds when setting Radio Station Presets, the JMC-1250 will return to tuner mode.
• Radio Station Presets may be lost if the main power switch is turned off. If this occurs, you will need to reset the Radio Station Preset.
• You can overwrite a present station by saving the new frequency in its place.

FM and FM Stereo Reception

1. Release the FM Mode button (#6) to select Stereo Mode. The LCD display (#2) will show "ST" when receiving a stereo program.
2. Press down FM Mode button (#6) to select Mono Mode. The LCD display (#2) will not show “ST” even when receiving a stereo program.

Note: It is preferable to receive the program in Mono Mode when you are receiving a weak station.

Tips for Best Reception

• AM: The AM antenna is located inside the cabinet. If AM reception is weak, change the position of the cabinet until the internal antenna picks up the strongest signal.
• FM: During FM reception, always keep the FM Wire Antenna (#38) fully extended. If FM reception is weak, try repositioning the FM Wire Antenna until you find the strongest signal.

Phono Operation

Noted:

• Remove the stylus protector.
• Be sure that the tone arm is detached from the tone arm rest before operating and re-secured again afterwards.

[Diagram description: Shows a record player cartridge with stylus assembly.]

1. Press PHONO/BLUETOOTH/AUX BUTTON (#24) repeatedly to select Phono Mode. The LCD DISPLAY (#2) will show PHONO.
2. Set the Speed selector (#33) to the proper position depending on the record to be played.
3. Place the record on the platter; use the 45 RPM adapter (#32) if required.
4. Lift the tone arm from the rest and slowly move it to the record side. The platter will start to rotate. [Diagram description: Shows the tone arm being lifted and moved towards the spinning platter.]
5. Place the tone arm to the desired position of the record.
6. Adjust the volume to the desired level.
7. At the end of record, the platter will automatically stop rotating. Lift the tone arm from the record and return it to the rest.
8. To stop manually, lift the tone arm from the record and return it to the rest.

Remark: As some records have an auto-stop area set out of the unit's setting, it will stop before the last track finishes. In this case, select the auto-stop switch (#34) to "off" position. The unit will then run to the end of the record without stopping automatically. To stop the platter, turn off the unit by the power button or switch the auto-stop switch (#34) back to "on" position. Then put back the tone arm to the rest position.

Bluetooth Operation

Pairing a Bluetooth Enabled Device

1. Press POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) to turn on the JMC-1250.
2. Press PHONO/BLUETOOTH/AUX BUTTON (#24) repeatedly to select Bluetooth Mode. The LCD DISPLAY (#2) will show BT.
3. The BLUETOOTH INDICATOR (#18) will flash. The JMC-1250 will go into Pairing/Discoverable mode.
4. Turn on the Bluetooth function for the device you want to link to, and enable the search or scan function to find the JMC-1250.
5. Select "JMC-1250" from the device list when it appears on your device screen. If required, enter the pass code "0000" to pair (link) JMC-1250 with your device.
6. If you are pairing your computer to the speaker using Bluetooth, you may need to set the JMC-1250 as your computer's default sound device.
7. After successfully pairing your Bluetooth device, the BLUETOOTH INDICATOR (#18) will stop flashing and remain lit.
8. If you want to pair the JMC-1250 with another Bluetooth device, press and hold Play/Pause [play/pause button] (#22) for a few seconds. The BLUETOOTH INDICATOR (#18) will flash. The JMC-1250 will go into Pairing/Discoverable mode. Repeat steps 4 & 5.

Playing Music via Bluetooth

Now you can play music from your Bluetooth device wirelessly to the JMC-1250.

1. Select your favorite song, press the Play/Pause [play/pause button] on your Bluetooth device or the Play/Pause [play/pause button] (#22) on the JMC-1250 to play or pause the song from your Bluetooth device.
2. Press the Skip Forward [skip forward button] (#28) or Skip Backward [skip backward button] (#9) to select the Next or Previous track. (The SEARCH function does not apply to Bluetooth operation).
3. Slowly adjust both the volume controls of your JMC-1250 and your Bluetooth device until you reach a comfortable listening level.

Notes:

• Refer to the manual of your cell phone, tablet PC, computer or other Bluetooth enabled devices for Bluetooth operation, as it may vary from model to model.
• If your Bluetooth enabled device does not support A2DP profile, it will not play the music through the speaker, even if paired (linked).
• Remember to turn off the JMC-1250 when you have finished listening.
• Don't forget to switch off the power of your Bluetooth device as well.

Note: The music playback will automatically be paused when you have an incoming call. When the call is ended, the JMC-1250 will start playing again.

AUX IN Operation

You can play other music sources (iPod, MP3 or other digital audio players) through the speakers of the JMC-1250 by connecting the AUX IN Jack (#37) to your external player's audio out jack or headphone jack.

1. Plug one end of an audio cable (not included) into the AUX IN Jack (#37) and the other end of the cable to the headphone jack of your digital audio player.
2. Press POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) to turn on the JMC-1250.
3. Press PHONO/BLUETOOTH/AUX BUTTON (#24) repeatedly to select AUX Mode. The LCD DISPLAY (#2) will show AUX.
4. Start playing the device you plugged into the AUX IN Jack (#37).
5. Slowly adjust both the volume controls of your JMC-1250 and the external device until you reach a comfortable listening level.

Notes:

• If you connect the JMC-1250 to the Line-Out Jack of your external device, you only need to adjust the VOLUME CONTROL of your JMC-1250.
• If you connect to the Headphone Jack of your external device, you may need to adjust both the volume controls of your external device and the JMC-1250 to obtain the desirable listening level.
• Remember to turn off the JMC-1250 when you have finished listening. Don't forget to switch off the power of your external audio device as well.

CD Operation

Loading the Discs

1. Press POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) to turn on the JMC-1250.
2. Press CD BUTTON (#10) to enter CD Mode. The LCD DISPLAY (#2) will show CD.
3. Press CD DOOR OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON (#27) to open the CD DOOR (#17).
4. Place a CD with the printed side facing up inside the tray.
5. Press the DISC SKIP BUTTON (#23) to select another location on the CD tray. Load another CD. You can load up to 3 CDs at a time by repeating the step.
6. Press the CD DOOR OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON (#27) again to close the CD DOOR (#17).
7. CD search will be performed; the display will show the total number of discs, number of tracks and playing time of the disc.

Note: CD searching will be performed every time you switch to CD mode or if you close the CD door. All CD functions will start responding when the CD searching is completed.

CD Play / Pause Mode

1. Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON (#22) to start playback. The first track of the first disc will be played and the play indicator will appear on the LCD DISPLAY (#2).
2. You can also press the " DISC 1 ", " DISC 2 ", " DISC 3 " buttons on the remote control to start playing a specific disc in the tray.
3. To interrupt, press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON (#22) once, and the display will start flashing. Press again to resume playback.

Stop Mode

If STOP BUTTON (#8) is pressed during PLAY or PAUSE, the system will go into stop mode.

Skip Mode (SKIP UP [skip forward]/SKIP DOWN [skip backward])

1. During PLAY or PAUSE mode, if SKIP / TUNING UP [skip forward button] (#28) is pressed, the player will go to the next track and display the track no., then remain in PLAY or PAUSE mode.
2. During PLAY or PAUSE mode, if SKIP / TUNING DOWN [skip backward button] (#12) is pressed, the player will go back to the beginning of the track. Press SKIP / TUNING DOWN [skip backward button] (#12) again to go to the previous track.

Search Mode (SEARCH UP [skip forward]/SEARCH DOWN [skip backward])

1. During PLAY mode, if SKIP / TUNING UP [skip forward button] (#28) is pressed & held for a few seconds, it will start searching forward.
2. During play mode, if SKIP / TUNING DOWN [skip backward button] (#12) is pressed & held for a few seconds, it will start searching backwards.

Repeat Play

This function allows you to repeat 1 single track, 1 single disc or all discs. Press the REP/RAN BUTTON (#9) repeatedly to switch the function:

• REP. ALL DISC
• REP. 1 DISC
• REP. 1 TRACK
• REP. OFF

Note: Single track repeat function is possible in normal or programmed playback; repeat one disc or all discs is only available in normal playback.

Random Play

You can listen to all the tracks of all available discs in a random order by using this function.

1. Press and hold REP/RAN BUTTON (#9); the unit will play all discs randomly. All tracks of all the discs will be played in random order.
2. Press and hold REP/RAN BUTTON (#9) again; the unit will play 1 disc randomly. All tracks of 1 disc will be played in random order.
3. Press and hold REP/RAN BUTTON (#9) again; the unit will cancel the randomly random playback.

CD Programming

Up to 60 tracks can be programmed to be played in any required order from one CD or all CDs in the CD changer.

1. Set in CD mode and press the STOP [stop button] (#8).
2. Press the MEM/CLK-ADJ BUTTON (#14).
3. Press the DISC SKIP BUTTON (#23) to select the desired disc.
4. Press SKIP DOWN [skip backward button] (#12) or SKIP UP [skip forward button] (#28) to select the desired track.
5. Press the MEM/CLK-ADJ BUTTON (#14) again to store the track in memory.
6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 to enter additional programs.
7. Press PLAY/PAUSE [play/pause button] (#22) to start playback in order.

Press the STOP [stop button] (#8) to stop playback and press it twice to clear all programmed tracks.

Tape Operation

General Operation

• Press POWER ON/STANDBY BUTTON (#7) to turn on the JMC-1250.
• Press TAPE BUTTON (#26) to enter Tape Mode. The LCD DISPLAY (#2) will show TAPE.

Playback

• Put in the cassette tape.
• Press PLAY key [play button] to active playback.
• Adjust the volume control to the desired level.
• Use PAUSE key [pause button] when you want to stop playback temporarily.
• Press STOP / EJECT key [stop/eject button] when finished.

Continuous Playback of Two Cassettes

1. Insert prerecorded tapes into both cassette compartments with the tape you want to play first in DECK 2.
2. Press the Play key [play button] of DECK 2 to begin playback.
3. Press Pause key [pause button] and then Play key [play button] of DECK 1.
4. When the tape in DECK 2 ends, it stops and the Pause key [pause button] of DECK 1 will be released automatically to begin playback on DECK 1.

NOTE: Continuous playback will not function if you play the tape in DECK 1 first.

Recording

This cassette recorder features an Automatic Recording Volume Level Control System that prevents overloaded or distorted recordings. You can change the volume level as often as you like during the recording process; it will not have any effect on the volume level of the recording itself.

Insert a good quality blank tape into DECK 1 with the exposed tape facing down and the full reel on the left side. Close DECK 1 door.

A. Recording from Tape (Deck 2 to Deck 1)

This unit enables you to duplicate a pre-recorded tape to another tape. It is performed only one way from deck 2 (playback) to deck 1 (recording).

Dubbing at Normal Speed

• Press the TAPE BUTTON (#26) to enter Tape Mode.
• Insert a pre-recorded cassette into deck 2 and a blank cassette tape into deck 1.
• Press the " PAUSE " [pause button] key and then press the " RECORD " [record button] and " PLAY " [play button] key at deck A.
• Press the "PLAY" [play button] key to start playback at deck 2 and then release " PAUSE " [pause button] key at deck 1 to start dubbing.
• Press " PAUSE " [pause button] key at deck 1 and " STOP " [stop button] key at deck 2 when finished.

Dubbing at High Speed

This unit is equipped with a high speed dubbing system that saves dubbing time by 2/3 when compared to normal speed.

• Push the FM MODE/DUBBING SPEED SELECTOR BUTTON (#6) to " HI" position and then follow the same procedures as covered in "dubbing at normal speed".
• When dubbing a pre-recorded cassette tape at high speed, a chattering sound may be heard. To avoid this, set the volume control to a minimum level.
• Do not push the FM MODE/DUBBING SPEED SELECTOR BUTTON (#6) during dubbing, as this will vary the speed of recording and may damage the cassette tape.

B. Recording from Radio

• Press TUNER/BAND BUTTON (#25) to enter radio mode.
• Tune to the desired station and insert a blank cassette tape in deck 1.
• Press "RECORD" [record button] & "PLAY" [play button] key to start recording.
• Press "PAUSE" [pause button] keys and then “STOP/EJECT" [stop/eject button] key when finish.

C. Recording from CD

• Press the CD BUTTON (#10) to enter CD Mode.
• Insert a blank cassette tape in deck 1 which is suitable for recording.
• Press "PAUSE" [pause button] key first and then “RECORD” [record button] & “PLAY” [play button] key at deck 1. Recording function is now on STANDBY.
• Activate the CD player, and then press "PAUSE" [pause button] key at deck 1 to start recording.
• To stop recording, press “STOP” [stop button] on CD player first, then press the "PAUSE" [pause button] key and then “STOP/EJECT" [stop/eject button] key at deck 1.

D. Recording from Phono

• Press the PHONO/BLUETOOTH/AUX BUTTON (#24) to enter Phone Mode.
• Place a record onto turntable and insert a blank cassette tape into deck 1.
• Press the "PAUSE" [pause button] key and then press the “ RECORD " [record button] and " PLAY " [play button] key at deck 1.
• Place tone arm to start playback the record and then press “ PAUSE " [pause button] key at deck 1 to start recording.
• Press "PAUSE" [pause button] or "STOP" [stop button] key at deck 1 when finish.

More Features

A. Sleep Timer Setting

1. Press and hold the SLEEP/TIMER BUTTON (#11) on the main unit or “SLEEP” button on the remote, to activate and adjust the sleep timer in the order of 90 > 80 > 70....10 minutes automatically. Release the button at the sleep timer you want to select. The LCD display (#2) will show SLEEP.
2. The system will stop and go to STANDBY mode automatically after the selected timing.
3. To cancel the sleep mode, press SLEEP/TIMER BUTTON (#11) on the main unit or “SLEEP” on the remote once; the “SLEEP” indicator on the display disappears.

B. On/Off Timer Setting (By Remote Only)

This function allows the system to turn on automatically and wake you up by soft CD music or with the radio, and shut itself off (standby mode) when time is up.

1. In unit standby mode, press the MODE button on remote once; the LCD display (#2) will show "ON" and flash.
2. Press and hold MEM/CLOCK-ADJ button (#14) for a few seconds; the hour digits will flash. Press SKIP UP/DOWN buttons (#28/12) to set the hour.
3. Press MEM/CLOCK-ADJ button (#14) to confirm. Minute digits will flash and prompt for input.
4. Press the SKIP UP/DOWN buttons (#28/12) to set the minute. Press MEM/CLOCK-ADJ button (#14) to confirm.
5. Press “ MODE " button again on remote to set the timer ending time. "OFF" timer will appear and flash.
6. Follow above step 2-4 to set OFF timer.
7. Press the “MODE” button on remote to confirm; the "“" icon will flash and timer source CD/TUNER appears on the display.
8. Press the MEM/CLOCK-ADJ button (#14) once; timer source flashing.
9. Press the SKIP UP/DOWN buttons (#28/12) to set the source to be controlled by timer and then press the MEM/CLOCK-ADJ button (#14) to finish.
10. You can press the “ MODE " button repeatedly to review the presets time in order.

NOTE:

• The timer setting will automatically cancel if no button is being pressed for about 10 seconds.
• If you set ON/OFF timer for PHONO or TAPE, please make sure a record or pre-recorded tape is installed and the tone arm or cassette PLAY key is set and ready to play.

ACTIVE/DE-ACTIVE TIMER FUNCTION

1. To activate the timer function, press the SLEEP/TIMER button (#11) on the main unit or “TIMER” button on remote once; the timer indicator [timer icon] is shown on LCD DISPLAY (#2).
2. To cancel the timer function, press the SLEEP/TIMER button (#11) on the main unit or “TIMER” button on remote until the timer indicator [timer icon] disappears.

C. PRESET EQ FUNCTION

This unit provides 5 different sound modes to enhance your listening experience. You can select the desired effect by pressing the PRE-SET EQ BUTTON (#21) repeatedly to get the effect you want:

FLAT → JAZZ → ROCK → CLASSIC → POP

X-BASS OPERATION

Press the X-BASS Button (#4) to enhance the bass effect of the music being played. Press the X-BASS Button again to turn the effect off.

Using Headphone

Headphones are not supplied with this Music System. You will require headphones fitted with a 3.5 mm diameter stereo plug and an impedance of 32 ohms. Plug your headphones into the HEADPHONE JACK (#19) on the front of the unit for private listening. After plugging in the headphone, the speakers will be automatically disconnected.

WARNING: ALWAYS LOWER THE VOLUME LEVEL BEFORE PUTTING ON YOUR HEADPHONES. OTHERWISE YOUR HEARING COULD BE DAMAGED.

Care and Maintenance

1. Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock, dust or extreme temperature.
2. Do not tamper with the internal components of the unit.
3. Clean your unit with a dry cloth. Solvent or detergent should never be used.
4. Avoid leaving your unit in direct sunlight or in hot, humid or dusty places.
5. Keep your unit away from heating appliances and sources of electrical noise such as fluorescent lamps or motors.

About Cassette Tapes

Whenever you record on a cassette, any previously recorded material is erased as the new material is recorded. To prevent accidentally erasing material you wish to save, blank cassettes are equipped with erase prevention tabs for each side of the tape. If the erase prevention tab for side A is removed, you cannot accidentally record on side A. The Record [record button] key cannot be depressed if the erase prevention tab on the cassette has been removed.

To prevent accidental erasing on side A of a cassette, use a small screwdriver or similar tool to break off the erase prevention tab for side A. This prevents the record key from locking.

[Diagram description: Shows a cassette tape with an arrow pointing to the tab for side A, labeled "BREAK OFF TO PREVENT RECORDING". Another diagram shows the cover opening with tape, labeled "COVER OPENING WITH TAPE IN ORDER TO RECORD AGAIN".]

If you later wish to record on side A of the cassette, cover the tab opening with a piece of cellophane tape. This will allow the Record [record button] to function again.

Cassette Care

Two common causes of trouble experienced when using cassettes are:

1. Tape Jamming – Leading to uneven speed in playback, and
2. Tape Tangling – Where the tape wraps itself around vital parts of the mechanism.

To reduce the likelihood of these problems occurring, the following precautions should be observed:

• Check that there are no loose layers of tape visible through the cassette center window (see Fig. 1). Take up any loose layers, using a pencil or hexagonal barrelled ballpoint pen, before inserting the cassette into the machine (see Fig. 2). [Diagram description: Fig. 1 shows a cassette tape with loose tape visible in the center window. Fig. 2 shows a pencil being used to wind the tape.]
• If the cassette feels tight while performing operation (see Fig. 2), the tape may be jamming due to ridges formed in the winding of the tape (visible through the center window). These may be removed, in most cases, by fast winding of the cassette from one end to the other and back again.
• Use only well-known brands of tape. Avoid use of C-120 cassettes.
• Furthermore, do not expose cassettes to direct sunlight, dust or oil, and do not touch the tape surfaces.

Head Cleaning

The tape heads, pinch roller and capstan require periodic cleaning. This removes particles of the metal oxide coating that wear off the tape and accumulate on these parts, impairing performance. Switch off the power, press the Stop/Eject [stop/eject button] key to open the cassette door, and press the Play [play button] key. Clean the tape heads, pinch roller and capstan with a soft cloth or cotton pad dampened in isopropyl alcohol or special tape head cleaner.

[Diagram description: Shows tape heads (Erase head, Record/Play Head), Pinch Roller, and Capstan for both Deck A and Deck B.]

1. Avoid operating your unit under direct sunlight or in hot, humid or dusty places.
2. Keep your unit away from heating appliances and sources of electrical noise such as fluorescent lamps or motors.
3. For better Clock Display clarity, avoid operating the unit under direct sunlight or in strong room illumination.
4. Unplug the unit from the electrical power outlet immediately in case of malfunction.

Trouble Shooting Guide

Specifications

• Power Requirement (Main unit): AC120V~60Hz
• Remote control: 2 x 1.5V “AAA” (UM-4) size batteries (not included)
• Frequency Range (Radio Band): FM 88 ~ 108 MHz, AM 520~1710 KHz
• Power Consumption (Main Unit): 35Watts

Spectra Green Notice

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Please visit us at http://www.spectraintl.com/green.htm for more information on Spectra's green initiatives or to find a recycler in your area.

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90 Day Limited Warranty and Service (Valid in the U.S.A. Only)

SPECTRA MERCHANDISING INTERNATIONAL, INC. warrants this unit to be free from defective materials or factory workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of original customer purchase, provided the product is utilized within the U.S.A. This warranty is not assignable or transferable. Our obligation under this warranty is the repair or replacement of the defective unit or any part thereof, except batteries, when it is returned to the SPECTRA Service Department, accompanied by proof of the date of original consumer purchase, such as a duplicate copy of a sales receipt.

You must pay all shipping charges required to ship the product to SPECTRA for warranty service. If the product is repaired or replaced under warranty, the return charges will be at SPECTRA's expense. There are no other express warranties other than those stated herein.

This warranty is valid only in accordance with the conditions set forth below:

1. The warranty applies to the SPECTRA product only while:
   • It remains in the possession of the original purchaser and proof of purchase is demonstrated.
   • It has not been subjected to accident, misuse, abuse, improper service, usage outside the descriptions and warnings covered within the user manual or non-SPECTRA approved modifications.
   • Claims are made within the warranty period.
2. This warranty does not cover damage or equipment failure caused by electrical wiring not in compliance with electrical codes or SPECTRA user manual specifications, or failure to provide reasonable care and necessary maintenance as outlined in the user manual.
3. Warranty of all SPECTRA products applies to residential use only and is void when products are used in nonresidential environment or installed outside the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. TO OBTAIN SERVICE, please remove all batteries (if any) and pack the unit carefully and send it freight prepaid to SPECTRA at the address shown below.

IF THE UNIT IS RETURNED WITHIN THE WARRANTY PERIOD shown above, please include a proof of purchase (dated cash register receipt) so that we may establish your eligibility for warranty service and repair of the unit without cost. Also include a note with a description explaining how the unit is defective. A customer service representative may need to contact you regarding the status of your repair, so please include your name, address, phone number and email address to expedite the process.

IF THE UNIT IS OUTSIDE THE WARRANTY PERIOD, please include a check for $120.00 to cover the cost of repair, handling and return postage. All out of warranty returns must be sent prepaid.

It is recommended that you contact SPECTRA first at 1-800-777-5331 or by email at custserv@spectraintl.com for updated information on the unit requiring service. In some cases the model you have may be discontinued, and SPECTRA reserves the right to offer alternative options for repair or replacement.

SPECTRA MERCHANDISING INTERNATIONAL, INC.
4230 North Normandy Avenue,
Chicago, IL 60634, USA.
1-800-777-5331

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