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Emerson MS3111M Stereo System User Manual

1. 5 Press the ID3 button The TITLE ARTIST ALBUM information will scroll continuously on the display If there s no information in the ID3 the display will show NO NOTE WMA does not support ID3 Press ID3 button again to return to normal display 6 Playback will continue until all tracks on all folders have been played then the player stops and the display shows the total folders number and tracks number on last disc played Skip Track and High Speed Music Search During playback repeatedly press the I lt or 1 buttons to skip to higher or lower numbered tracks Playback will begin on the selected track During playback depress and hold the I lt or gt gt I buttons to search within a track at high speed to locate a specific musical passage Release the I or gt gt I buttons when you hear the desired passage Normal speed playback will resume at that point MS3111M 112306 p65 34 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 35 MP3 WMA CD Repeat Playback There are 4 Repeat Playback options with MP3 WMA CDs In addition to One Track Repeat One Disc Repeat All Discs Repeat options which are same for CDs you may also select Folder Repeat mode to repeat all the tracks contained in a single Folder One Track Repeat Select the track to be repeated and beg
2. Emerson Home Audio System with 3 CD Changer CD R RW MP3 WMA Playback Digital AM FM Receiver and Remote Control OWNER S MANUAL MS3111M Visit our web site at www emersonradio com MS3111M 112306 p65 1 CAUTION TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrow WARNING TO REDUCE THE The exclamation point within head symbol within an equi RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK an equilateral triangle is in lateral triangle is intended to DO NOT REMOVE COVER tended to alert the user to alert the user to the presence OR BACK NO USER the presence of important of uninsulated dangerous voltage operating and maintenance within the product s enclosure SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE servicing instructions that may be of sufficient REFER SERVICING TO magnitude to constitute a risk QUALIFIED SERVICE the e accompany of electric shock to persons PERSONNEL ing the appliance The Caution Marking maybe located at the bottom enclosure of the apparatus IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Follow all instr
3. 25 26 27 Pedestal Stand AUX IN Jack TUNING A Button TUNING w Button MEMORY UP Button BAND Button FM Lead Wire Antenna 20 21 22 23 Remote Control Storage 24 PHONES Jack Speaker Terminals AC Power Cord Back Up Battery Compartment 14 MS3111M 112306 p65 14 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 15 5 6 7 89101112 13 14 15 4 S FOLDER ID3 gt TIMER SLEEP 16 2 Irt Irt d Ie 1 Lew NEN 11 AND 18 PM Indicator AM Time and Radio AM Indicator FM Indicator 1 2 3 4 Disc 1 2 3 Play Indicators 5 REPEAT REPEAT ALL Indicators 6 FOLDER Indicator 7 RANDOM Indicator 8 ID3 Indicator 9 MP3 Indicator Play Indicator 1 WMA Indicator 2 TIMER Indicator 3 MEMORY Indicator 4 SLEEP Indicator 5 STEREO Indicator 6 AUX Indicator 7 MUTE Indicator 8 Multi Function Display Clock Radio Frequencies ID3 Tracks Folder Volume Level Memories 15 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 16 Remote Control 1 ID3 Button 2 TIMER SLEEP Button 3 MEMO PROG Button 4 VOL Button 5 FOLD Button 6 7 8 VOL Button E Stop BAND Button bil Play Pause ST MO Button 9 0 MUTE Button 1 IR Infrared Transmitter
4. PHONES MS3111M_112306 p65 9 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M 112306 p65 10 Auxiliary Input Jacks This system includes a convenience Auxiliary Input AUX IN Jack on the front panel This jack allows you to connect external audio equipment to this system and listen to the sound from the external equipment through the speakers of this system Examples of the types of external equipment that may be connected are a cassette deck the audio outputs from a VCR or DVD player a personal cassette player player MD player or a personal hard disc audio jukebox device Such as an iPod Connect the audio output jack s or headphone jack of the external audio equipment to the AUX IN jack on the left front panel of this system THE CONNECTION CABLE IS NOT INCLUDED BE SURE TO PURCHASE THE APPROPRIATE CONNECTION CABLE FOR THE SPECIFIC DEVICE THAT YOU WISH TO CONNECT THE AUXILIARY INPUT JACK ON THIS SYSTEM ISA 3 5mm MINI STEREO JACK You may leave your external device permanently connected to this system if you wish is not necessary to disconnect the external device in order to listen to the Tuner or CD player in this system Instructions for listening to your external device will be found at the end of this Owner
5. 4 4 12 Standy Button 13 gt gt I Skip Search Forward TUNING Button 14 I Skip Search Reverse TUNING Button FUNC Function Button M UP FOLD Button PLAY MODE Button EQ Button Battery Compartment CD 1 CD 2 CD 3 Buttons 15 16 17 18 OP CL Open Close Button 19 20 m A Emerson 3111 20 16 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 17 Remote Control Battery The remote control requires one button type 3 volt lithium battery included To extend the life of the original battery OOH CD we have inserted a small clear plastic spacer tab between the lithium battery and the battery terminal 65 You must remove this battery spacer tab before you can e use the remote control Emerson RC3111 To remove the tab pull it in the direction of the arrow in the illustration as shown When the operation of the remote control becomes intermittent or unsatisfactory replace the original battery with a new 3 volt lithium battery The battery number is CR2025 or equivalent To replace the battery slide the battery holder out of the remote control as shown in the following illustration Remove the original battery from the holder and install a new CR2025 battery with the side facing up as shown in the illu
6. Hints For Better Reception FM The FM lead wire antenna on the back panel should be extended to its full length You may also have to vary the direction of this antenna until you find the position that provides the best reception The AM bar antenna is inside the cabinet of the main unit You may need to change the position of the main unit until you find the position that provides the best reception for your favorite AM stations 23 MS3111M 112306 p65 23 23 11 2006 10 44 Presetting Stations In The Tuner Memory You can store up to 20 of your favorite stations 10 FM and 10 AM in the tuner memory for easy recall at any time Using either the manual or automatic tuning method described on previous page tune to the first station you wish to memorize Example FM 103 5 MHz and then 1 Press the MEMORY CLK ADJ button on front panel or MEMO PROG button on remote control once MEMORY STEREO The display shows preset memory 1 and the MEMORY indicator appear 2 Press the MEMORY ADJ button on front panel or MEMO PROG button on remote control again to enter your station into preset memory 1 The MEMORY indicator disappears but the Preset Memory 1
7. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Compact Disc Care To remove a disc from its storage case press down on the center of the case and lift the disc out holding it carefully by the edges C CS Fingerprints and dust should be carefully wiped off the disc s recorded surface with a soft cloth Unlike conventional records compact discs have no grooves to collect dust and microscopic debris so gently wiping with a soft cloth should remove most particles Wipe in a straight line from the inside to the outside of the disc Small dust particles and light stains will have absolutely no effect on reproduction quality Clean the disc periodically with a soft lint free dry cloth Never use detergents or abrasive cleaners to clean the disc If necessary use a CD cleaning kit Never write on or affix labels to the surface of compact discs 43 MS3111M_112306 p65 43 23 11 2006 10 44 Care Of The Cabinet If the cabinet becomes dusty wipe it with a soft dry dust cloth Do not use any wax polish sprays or abrasive cleaners on the cabinet Caution Never allow any water or other liquids to get inside the unit while cleaning TO FIND THE LOCATION AND PHONE Emerson NUMBER OF YOUR NEAREST SERVICE SERVICE CENTER PERMITTED TO PERFORM WARRANTY CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 695 0098 FOR ADDITIONAL SET UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE PLEASE CALL 1 800 898 9020 FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE
8. remains in the display confirming that your station has been entered in Preset Memory 1 3 Tune to the next station you wish to memorize Example FM 106 7 MHz Press the MEMORY ADJ button on front panel or MEMO PROG button on remote control Press the MEMORY UP Button on front MEMORY STEREO panel or M UP FOLDER button on remote control to select the next Preset Memory 2 Press the MEMORY CLK ADJ button on front panel or MEMO PROG button on remote control again to enter your station in Preset Memory 2 B Repeat Step 3 selecting a different Preset Memory each time until you have stored up to 10 stations on the FM band then press the BAND button on front panel or m Stop BAND button on remote control to switch to the AM band and follow the same procedure to enter up to 10 AM station in the tuner memory MS3111M 112306 p65 24 23 11 2006 10 44 Recalling Preset Stations 1 Turn the system On press the FUNCTION or FUNC button to select the Tuner mode and press the BAND button on front panel or m Stop BAND button on remote control to select the desired band if necessary 2 Press the MEMORY UP Button on front panel or M UP FOLDER button on remote control repeatedly until the desired Preset Number and Frequency appear on the display Changing Preset Stations 1 Tune to the new station you want to memorize 2 Press the MEMOR
9. Electronic Preset Equalizer The preset equalizer allows you to adjust the sound characteristic for the most popular types of music Press the EQ button on the front panel or the remote control to cycle through the following equalizer settings FLAT EQ Off CLASSIC ROCK or POP The appropriate EQ indicator appears in the display to confirm your selection The system remembers the EQ setting when the power is switched Off and returns to the same setting when the power is switched On again FM STEREO MONO Button If you are listening to a weak or distant FM stereo station you may be able to improve the reception by pressing the STEREO MONO button on the front panel or button on the remote control to select the FM Mono mode The STEREO indicator will go off The reception will normally improve but the sound will no longer be in stereo NOTE The button has no effect when listening to external sources connected to the AUX IN jack MS3111M 112306 p65 19 23 11 2006 10 44 MUTE Button On Remote Control Only Press the MUTE button on the remote control to shut off the speakers temporarily for example to answer the telephone The sound stops and the MUTE indicator appears in the display Press the MUTE button again to cancel the mute function and restore the sound The MUTE indicator disappears The Mute function will also be canceled automatically by pressing
10. press the button on front panel or BAND button on remote control Or repeatedly press the PLAY MODE button until the RANDOM indicator disappears and normal playback will resume from that point 36 MS3111M 112306 p65 36 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 37 MP3 WMA CD Programmed Playback NOTES e When programming the tracks on an MP3 WMA CD you must also select the Folder Number of the tracks being programmed You can program up to 10 tracks on an MP3 WMA CD Programming can only be done while the player is in the Stop mode If the MP3 WMA disc is playing first press the button on front panel or B BAND button on remote control to stop playback then follow the programming steps below In this example the MP3 WMA CD contains a total of 012 Folders and 270 Tracks Let s assume that the first track we want to program is Track 003 in Folder 005 1 Press the PROGRAM button on front panel or MEMO PROG button on remote control once The display shows FOLDER 000 MEMORY flashing Program Number P01 and MEMORY indicators appear 5 Press the FOLDER UP button on front panel or M UP FOLD button on remote control to select Folder 05 Press the PROGRAM button on front panel or MEMO PROG button on remote control to enter Folder 05 in Program Memory P01 The track 001 flashes e gt Press th
11. FUNC button to select the AUX function The AUX indicator appears in the display Lean l 21 LI Operate the external device as you would normally When you hear the music from your external source adjust the VOLUME and EQ controls of this system as desired 23 11 2006 10 44 Resetting The System Computer This system is equipped with a special circuit designed to protect the internal computer from permanent damage due to unexpected power surges If you find that the system does not respond to any commands from the front panel controls or the remote handset the system probably experienced a sudden power surge that activated the protection circuit To reset the system after a power surge use the point of a pencil a toothpick a straightened paper clip or similar object to press the RESET button which is located in a small opening on the front right panel The system will return to the Standby Off mode NOTE Resetting the system computer also clears all of the system memory and returns the system to its original factory default settings All of the preset Tuner memories the Clock and the Timer settings will be erased after you press the RESET button It will be necessary to re enter the stations in the Tuner Preset Memories reset the Clock and the Timer settings MS3111M 112306 p65 42 23 11 2006 10 44
12. PLEASE WRITE TO Emerson Radio Corp Consumer Affairs Dept 5101 Statesman Drive Irving TX 75063 MS3111M 112306 p65 44 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 45 LIMITED WARRANTY Emerson Radio Corp warrants manufacturing defects in original material including original parts and workmanship under normal use and conditions for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of original purchase in the U S With your dated proof of purchase we will provide repair service at no charge for labor and parts at an authorized Depot Repair Facility or replace the product in our discretion For repair or replacement pack your unit in a padded box enclose your check or money order payable to Emerson Radio Corp in the amount of 9 00 not required by California residents to cover shipping and handling costs and enclose a copy of your proof of purchase Send your unit to Emerson Radio Corp 5101 Statesman Drive Irving TX 75063 This warranty does not cover damage from negligence misuse abuse accident failure to follow operating instructions commercial use rental repairs by unauthorized facility or products purchased used serviced or damaged outside of the United States THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AU898M The Serial Number can be found
13. includes a programmable TIMER function You can use the timer to wake you up to the Radio or to your favorite CD The timer can only be programmed while the system is in the Standby Power Off mode 1 Press the TIMER SLEEP button once The TIMER indicator appears and the Hour digits will begin flashing in the display 2 Press the K lt gt gt I button to set the display to the desired turn on hour AM or PM 3 Press the TIMER SLEEP button The Minute digits begin flashing 4 Press the k lt or gt gt I button to set the display to the desired turn on minute 5 Press the TIMER SLEEP button The TU indicator begins flashing Press the 4 or gt gt I button to switch between TU Tuner or CD mode 6 Press the TIMER SLEEP button The VOL 20 indicator begins flashing Press the 144 or gt gt I button to adjust the turn On volume level as desired 39 MS3111M_112306 p65 39 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 40 7 Press the TIMER SLEEP button again to return to correct time The TIMER indicator eee remains On l LI At the selected time the system will turn on automatically It will continue to operate until you press the amp STANDBY button to shut the power off The system will shut off but the Timer remains set for the following day To deactivate the Timer press the TIMER SLEEP button until the TIM
14. object filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Do not overload wall outlet Use only power source as indicated 14 Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer Nw 15 The product may be mounted to a wall only if recommended by the manufacturer 16 Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 2 BEFORE WE BEGIN Thank you for purchasing this Emerson audio product The Emerson brand is your assurance of quality performance and value Our engineers have included many useful and convenient features in this product Please be sure to read this owner s manual completely to make sure you are getting the maximum benefit from each feature This product was manufactured using the highest quality components and standards of workmanship It was tested by Emerson inspectors and found to be in perfect working order before it left our factory However there is always the chance that some problem may occur because of rough handling during shipment to the retail store or to the final consumer If after reading this manual y
15. on the back cabinet We suggest that you record the Serial Number of your unit in the space below for future reference Model Number MS3111M Serial Number 45 23 11 2006 10 44 emerson EMERSON Part No 16 3009 B m 611 03 rinted in China MS3111M 112306 p65 46 23 11 2006 10 44
16. s Manual 10 23 11 2006 10 44 Stereo Headphone Jack This system includes a stereo PHONES jack on the back panel of the main unit You may connect a set of stereo headphones not included to this jack for private listening without disturbing others The main speakers are automatically shut off wnen headphones are connected to the PHONES jack Make sure that the plug from your headphones is fully inserted into the headphone jack If the plug is not fully inserted the sound may be intermittent or you may only hear sound from one side of the headphones IMPORTANT To prevent hearing damage always set the volume control to a low level before you connect the headphones Then connect the headphones put them on and very gradually increase the volume to a comfortable listening level Remember that CDs may contain both very soft and very loud passages Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using a louder passage so that you always know what the maximum level will be Placement Of The System The system should be placed on a stable level surface such as a table shelf or stand convenient to a 120V 60Hz AC outlet out of direct sunlight and away from sources of excess heat dust moisture or vibration The speakers may be separated from the main as far the wires allow for maximum stereo separation or the may be placed to the immediate left and right of the main unit However to avoid
17. stopped One Track Repeat Select the track to be repeated and begin playback Press the PLAY MODE button once The REPEAT indicator flashes in the display and the selected track will be repeated continuously One Disc Repeat Select the disc to be repeated and begin playback Press the PLAY MODE button twice The REPEAT indicator remains in the display and all the tracks on the selected disc will be repeated continuously All Discs Repeat Load 2 or 3 disc in the player and begin playback Press the PLAY MODE button three times REPEAT ALL 9 The REPEAT ALL indicator appears the display and all tracks on all discs in the player will be repeated continuously 1 To cancel Repeat playback mode repeatedly press the PLAY MODE button until all REPEAT indicators disappear from the display Repeat mode can also be canceled by opening the CD door switching to the Tuner or Aux mode or pressing the STANDBY button to return the system to the Standby Off mode 29 23 11 2006 10 44 Random Playback The Random playback feature allows you to play all the tracks of the selected disc in random order You can select random playback while the discs are playing or when the player is stopped Press the PLAY MODE button four times The RANDOM indicator appears in the display If necessary press the Pll PLAY PAUSE button to begin playback The player wil
18. 3 WMA CD Playback The PIIPLAY PAUSE I 1 CD1 CD2 PLAY MODE PROGRAM controls have the same functions for MP3 WMA CDs as they do for normal CDs NOTE Because MP3 WMA CDs contain so much more information than normal CDs this CD player will take longer to Read all of the information on an MP3 WMA disc MP3 ID3 Support Information Display When you create a CD on your computer containing MP3 audio files the software you use to create the disc will normally allow you to input the name of the ARTIST the name of the ALBUM and the TITLE of the individual songs If the information is input properly when the disc is created it will scroll across the bottom of the CD display during playback of the MP3 CD 1 Load your MP3 CD in the player wait until the reading process is completed Total number of Folders Music files Tracks of the disc will appears on the display Example 012 Folders and 270 Tracks are in this disc 5 Press the PIIPLAY PAUSE button to begin Playback Folder 001 and Track 001 NOTE The or WMA indicator will appear in the display to indicate the format of the compressed music file being played e Press the FOLDER UP button on front panel to skip to next folder You may also press the FOLD button or M UP FOLD button on remote control to skip back or forward to another folder as desired 33 23 11 2006 10 44
19. ER indicator disappears SLEEP Timer This system includes a programmable Sleep Timer that allows you to fall asleep to between 15 and 90 minutes of music and then shuts the power Off automatically 1 Turn the system On and operate either the Tuner or CD function as usual 2 Adjust the VOLUME EQ controls to the desired level 3 Press the TIMER SLEEP button The display will show flashing 90 indicated that the sleep timer will shut the power off after 90 minutes Press the I lt or gt gt I button to set the amount of sleep timer operation 90 60 30 15 minutes 4 Press the TIMER SLEEP button again to return to the normal Tuner or CD display The SLEEP indicator remains in the display When the Sleep Timer counts down to 00 the power shuts off automatically 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 41 NOTES You can shut the unit off manually before the Sleep Timer counts down to 00 by pressing the STANDBY button at any time Or just press TIMER SLEEP button to cancel the Sleep Timer If you are falling asleep to CD the system will only operate until the CD ends If you set the Sleep Timer for 90 minutes but your CD is only 45 minutes long the music will stop after 45 minutes Auxiliary Operation To listen to an auxiliary audio source connected to the AUX IN jack on the front panel of this unit refer to page 10 Press the FUNCTION
20. To The Radio 1 2 3 A 5 6 Press the STANDBY button to turn the system On Press the FUNCTION or FUNC button to select the Tuner mode An AM or FM frequency will appear on the display Press the BAND button on front panel or m Stop BAND button on remote control to switch between the AM and FM bands if necessary Tune to the desired station as follows Manual Tuning Repeatedly press the I lt or 1 until the display shows the exact frequency of the desired station Use the Manual Tuning method to tune to weak or distant stations that are not strong enough to be recognized by the Automatic Tuning system Automatic Tuning Depress and hold the or 1 buttons until the display begins to move then release the buttons The Tuner will search up or down the band for the next strong signal and stop on that station Repeat this procedure until the tuner Stops on your desired station If you tuned to an FM Stereo station the STEREO indicator will appear in the display If the FM Stereo reception is noisy or weak press the STEREO MONO button on front panel or pil button on remote control to select the FM Mono mode Adjust the VOLUME and EQ controls to the desired settings When you are finished listening press the STANDBY button to return the system to the Standby Off mode The display changes from radio frequency to correct time 22 23 11 2006 10 44
21. Y CLK ADJ button on front panel or MEMO PROG button on remote control The MEMORY indicator appears on the display 3 Repeatedly press the MEMORY UP Button on front panel or M UP FOLDER button on remote control until the display shows the number of the Preset Memory you wish to change 4 Press the MEMORY CLK ADJ button on front panel or MEMO PROG button on remote control again The new station is entered in the memory and the previous station is deleted 25 MS3111M_112306 p65 25 23 11 2006 10 44 Playing Compact Discs IMPORTANT This CD player can play normal CDs Recordable CDs CD R ReWritable CDs CD RW as well as CDs containing compressed MP3 or WMA audio files However the playability of CD R RW MP3 CDs and WMA CDs may be affected by the type of software that was used in ripping the tracks from the original discs and burning the tracks onto the blank media Playability may also be affected by the quality and condition of the blank media you use for recording 100 compatibility cannot be guaranteed This is not an indication of any problems with your player Normal Playback 1 Press the OSTANDBY button to turn the system On 2 Press the OP CL or AOPEN CLOSE button to open the CD door If you have not already done so remove the 3 dummy CD transit protection cards and discard them You cannot play your own CDs unless these cards a
22. art 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 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 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 23 11 2006 10 44 PREPARATION FOR USE Unpa
23. cking and Set Up This carton contains the main unit two speakers the pedestal stand and the remote control handset Carefully remove all the components from the carton and remove all packing materials form the components Make sure nothing is accidentally discarded with the packing materials Save the carton and packing materials if possible in the unlikely event that this unit ever needs to be returned for service Using the original carton and packing material is the only way to properly protect the unit from shipping damage Remove any descriptive stickers or labels from the front panel of the main unit Do not remove any labels or stickers that may be affixed to the back panel of the main unit or the speakers Note the serial number on the back of the main unit and write this number in the space provided on the Warranty page of this manual Unwind the AC power cord on the back of the main unit and extend it to its full length Unwind the FM lead wire antenna on the back of the main unit and extend it to its full length Unwind the speaker cables on the backs of the speakers and extend them to their full length MS3111M_112306 p65 4 23 11 2006 10 59 MS3111M_112306 p65 Attaching The Pedestal Stand NOTE This system can be used and operated with or without the pedestal stand If you plan to use this system on a bookshelf for example you may find that it is more co
24. e gt gt I button repeatedly to select Track 003 37 23 11 2006 10 44 5 Press the PROGRAM button on front panel or MEMO PROG button on remote control to enter Track 003 in Program Memory P01 MEMORY The Program Number advances to P02 the Folder Number returns to 000 D CD o o 2 c Q 2 gt 5 c gt ct Q A o 2 2 Q 3 3 3 lt N After you have entered up to 10 tracks in the Program Memory press the pil PLAY PAUSE button to begin programmed playback NOTES After the last programmed track has played the player stops but the MEMORY indicator remains on and the programmed sequence remains in the memory MEMORY UI To play the programmed sequence again press the PI PLAY PAUSE button To cancel the programmed sequence from the memory press the BESTOP or W BAND button while the player is stopped The MEMORY indicator disappears The Program sequence can also be cleared from the memory by opening the CD door switching to Tuner or Aux function or pressing the STANDBY button to return the system to the Standby Off mode 38 MS3111M_112306 p65 38 23 11 2006 10 44 Special Functions Timer Operation This system
25. e CD door General Controls Most of the main functions of this system can be operated by the controls on the front panel of the main unit or by the buttons on the remote control handset If a specific function can only be operated by the remote handset or by the front panel controls this will be clearly indicated in the instructions When operating this system with the remote control handset make sure that the IR Infrared transmitter on the front of the remote handset is pointed at the remote sensor on the front panel of the main unit The effective operating range of the remote control is approximately 15 feet Please note that bright sunlight or room lighting may interfere with the remote control operation If the remote is not operating properly try reducing the brightness of the room or moving closer to the main unit If this does not solve the problem it may be time to change the remote control battery 23 11 2006 10 44 Volume Controls To increase or decrease the system volume press the VOLUME A or VOL buttons on the front panel or the remote control The Volume Level Indicator will appear on the display when you change the volume level The level indicator ranges from 00 Minimum to 30 Maximum The system remembers the volume level when the power is switched Off and automatically returns to the same level when the power is switched On again EQ
26. er each time until you have entered up to 20 tracks in the CD program memory 6 Press the PLAY PAUSE button to begin programmed playback The MEMORY indicator remains The MEMORY player will play the track that you programmed in the desired sequence 31 23 11 2006 10 44 NOTES After the last programmed track has played the player stops but the MEMORY indicator remains on and the programmed sequence remains in the memory MEMORY To play the programmed sequence again press the PLAY PAUSE button To cancel the programmed sequence from the memory press the or W BAND button while the player is stopped The MEMORY indicator disappears The Program sequence can also be cleared from the memory by opening the CD door switching to Tuner or Aux function or pressing the STANDBY button to return the system to the Standby Off mode Programmed Repeat Playback You can use the Programmed and Repeat Playback functions together to continuously repeat a programmed sequence MEMORY First program up to 20 tracks as described above then press the PLAY MODE button twice to select One Disc Repeat playback Press the PIIPLAY PAUSE button to begin Programmed Repeat Playback The programmed sequence will be repeated continuously 32 MS3111M 112306 p65 32 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 33 MP
27. ime press the or I BAND button 8 If you are finished listening press the OP CL or 4OPEN CLOSE button to open the CD door remove your discs from the player re close the door and press the STANDBY button to return the system to the Standby Off mode 27 MS3111M_112306 p65 27 23 11 2006 10 44 Pause Control To pause temporarily during CD playback press the PLAY PAUSE button again The sound stops and the indicator flashes in the display but the disc continues spinning Press the Pil PLAY PAUSE button once more to cancel Pause mode and resume playback at the same point Skip Track and High Speed Music Search During playback repeatedly press the I lt or gt gt I buttons to skip to higher or lower numbered tracks Playback will begin on the selected track During playback depress and hold the I lt or gt gt I buttons to search within track at high speed to locate a specific musical passage Release the I lt or gt gt I buttons when you hear the desired passage Normal speed playback will resume at that point 28 MS3111M 112306 p65 28 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 29 Repeat Playback The Repeat function in this system allows you to continuously repeat a single track a single disc or all discs in the player The Repeat function can be activated during playback or while the player is
28. in playback Press the PLAY MODE button once The REPEAT indicator flashes in the display and the selected track will be repeated continuously One Folder Repeat Select the folder to be repeated and begin playback Press the PLAY MODE button twice The REPEAT FOLDER indicators appear in the display and all the tracks on the selected folder will be repeated continuously One Disc Repeat Select the disc to be repeated and begin playback Press the PLAY MODE button three times The REPEAT indicator appears in the display and all the tracks on the selected disc will be repeated continuously All Discs Repeat Load 2 or 3 disc in the player and begin playback Press the PLAY MODE button four times REPEAT ALL e The REPEAT ALL indicator appears in the display and all tracks on all discs in the player will be repeated continuously To cancel Repeat playback mode repeatedly press the PLAY MODE button until all REPEAT indicators disappear from the display 35 23 11 2006 10 44 WMA CD Random Playback Load your MP3 WMA CD in the player wait until the reading process is completed Press the PLAY MODE button five times RANDOM The RANDOM indicator appears in the display If necessary press the Pll PLAY PAUSE button to begin playback The player will randomly select a folder and a track from the disc and begin playback To cancel random playback
29. interfering with the operation of the CD door the speakers should not be placed directly against the main unit Always leave a gap of at least 1 2 inch between the speakers and the main unit MS3111M_112306 p65 11 23 11 2006 10 44 Power Source This system is designed to operate on 120V AC 60Hz house current only Connecting this system to any other power source may cause damage to the system and such damage is not covered by your warranty NOTE The system has polarized AC plug with one wide blade and one narrow blade The plug will only fit into matching polarized AC outlets This is a safety feature to reduce the possibility of electric shock If the plug will not fit in your AC outlets you probably 11 have outdated non polarized outlet You should have your outdated outlet EE changed by a qualified licensed electrician Do not file the wide blade on X the plug or use an adapter to make the AC Outlet plug fit into your outlet This defeats the safety feature and could expose you to electric shock AC Plug Protect Your Furniture This model is equipped with non skid rubber feet to prevent the product from moving when you operate the controls These feet are made from non migrating rubber material specially formulated to avoid leaving any marks or stains on your furniture However certain types of oil based furniture polishes wood preservatives or cleaning sprays ma
30. l randomly select a track from the disc and begin playback To cancel random playback press the or M BAND button Or repeatedly press the PLAY MODE button until the RANDOM indicator disappears and normal playback will resume from that point 30 MS3111M 112306 p65 30 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 31 Programmed Playback The Programmed Playback feature allows you to program a total of up to 20 tracks from a selected disc for playback in any desired order You may program the same track to play several times within a program sequence if desired NOTE You cannot program tracks during playback If a disc is playing press the BESTOP or W BAND button first to stop playback before beginning the programming steps below 1 Press any of the CD 1 CD 2 or CD 3 button to select the disc you want to program and wait until the player has read the Table of Contents 2 Press the PROGRAM buiton on front panel or MEMO PROG button on remote control once The Track 00 flashes and MEMORY indicator Program Memory P01 appear MEMORY 3 Press I lt or gt gt I buttons to select the first track on the disc to be programmed Example Track 07 4 Press the PROGRAM button on front panel oe or MEMO PROG button on remote control again The Program Memory number advances to P02 rr E 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 selecting the desired Track numb
31. nvenient to use without the pedestal attached However the pedestal does provide extra stability so we do recommend attaching the pedestal if space is not a problem 1 Place the main unit face down on a flat surface as shown 2 Position the pedestal base so that the 4 guide rails on the base slide into the 4 slots on the bottom of the main unit 23 11 2006 10 44 3 Return the main unit and the pedestal base to the upright position and slide the main unit all the way backward in the direction of the arrow onto the pedestal until the locking tabs click and the main unit is locked in place If you ever need to remove the main unit from the pedestal 1 Place the entire unit face down on a flat surface 2 A Depress the two pedestal locking tabs to release the pedestal B Slide the pedestal upward to completely remove it from the main unit MS3111M_112306 p65 6 23 11 2006 10 44 Installing The Back Up Batteries This system includes a battery back up circuit that will maintain the tuner preset station memories the clock time and the timer settings in the event of a temporary power interruption The battery back up system requires three AA batteries not included Please use a well known brand of alkaline batteries for longest life and most reliable performance The back up battery compar
32. ou experience any problems with the operation of this product please refer to the instructions for obtaining service at the end of this manual Emerson and Emerson retailers are committed to your satisfaction Once again thanks for purchasing this Emerson audio product 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M 112306 p65 3 IMPORTANT NOTES Avoid installing this unit in places exposed Operate controls and switches as described to direct sunlight or close to heat radiating in the manual appliances such as electric heaters on top Before turning On the power make certain of other stereo equipment that radiates too that the AC power cord is properly installed much heat places lacking ventilation or Store your CDs in a cool area to avoid dusty areas places subject to constant damage from heat vibration and or humid or moist areas When moving the set be sure to first Do not attempt to clean this unit with disconnect the AC power cord chemical solvents as this might damage the finish Use a clean dry cloth CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 5 INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 WHEN OPENAND INTERLOCKS PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1 DEFEATED AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM This product contains a low power Laser Device FCC Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to P
33. re removed 3 Load 1 2 or 3 of your own CDs into the player with the printed labels facing you Gently press downward on each CD near the center hole to insure that the discs are properly seated on the spindles MS3111M 112306 p65 26 23 11 2006 10 44 4 Press the OP CL AOPEN CLOSE button again to close the CD door The display will show TOC READ as the player reads the Table Of Contents on the disc NOTES The reading time may be even longer if you are using CD RW ReWritable discs This is normal and not an indication of any problem with your unit The player stops after reading the the DISC 1 and will not proceed to the DISC 2 or DISC 3 If there s no disc in DISC 1 it will briefly show NO DISC then proceed to the next DISC If all 3 discs are loaded you may press CD1 CD2 or CD3 button to select which disc to start playing first After reading the disc total Tracks and Playing Time will appear on the display 5 Press the PLAY PAUSE button to start playback The indicator appears in the display 6 When playback begins adjust the VOLUME and EQ controls as desired 7 Playback will continue until all tracks on all discs have been played then the player stops and the display shows the total tracks number and playing time on the last disc played To stop playback at any t
34. stration Then slide the battery holder back into the remote control Dispose of the original battery properly It should not be thrown into a fire as the battery may explode if incinerated It should not be left around where small children or pets might play with or swallow it If the battery is accidentally swallowed contact a physician immediately 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 18 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Make sure that you have fully extended the FM antenna wire Make sure that you have removed the battery spacer from the remote control handset Make sure that you have installed 3 AA batteries in the main unit battery back up compartment Make sure that the system is connected to an AC outlet that is always live Do not connect the system to an AC outlet controlled by a wall switch Remove The Dummy CD Transit Protection Cards This system was shipped with a dummy CD transit protection card in each of the 3 CD players These cards were inserted to prevent the CD player mechanisms from moving during shipping and handling They must be removed and discarded before you can load your own CDs After connecting the system to your AC outlet Press the STANDBY button to turn the system On Then press the OP CL or 4OPEN CLOSE button to open the CD door Remove the 3 dummy CDs and discard them Press the OP CL or AOPEN CLOSE button again to close th
35. the VOLUME A N or VOL buttons MS3111M 112306 p65 20 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 21 Setting The Clock When the system is connected to an AC outlet the time display will show AM 12 00 um amm NOTE Although it is not necessary to set the clock in order to listen to the Radio or CD player the clock must be set correctly if you intend to use the timer to turn the system On and Off automatically Set the clock as follows 1 Press the MEMORY CLK ADJ button on front panel or MEMO PROG button on remote control once The Hour digits begin flashing 2 Repeatedly press the I lt or gt gt I buttons on front panel or remote control to adjust the display to the correct hour AM or PM 3 Press the MEMORY CLK ADJ button on front panel or MEMO PROG button The Minute digits begin to flash 4 Repeatedly press the I lt or gt gt I buttons on front panel or remote control to adjust the display to the correct Minute 5 Press the MEMORY CLK ADJ button on front panel or MEMO PROG button on remote control again Only the colon continues flashing The clock begins to run NOTES The display will always show the time when the system is in the Standby Off or AUX mode 21 23 11 2006 10 44 MS3111M_112306 p65 22 Listening
36. tment is located on the backside of the main unit 1 Press down on the battery door locking tab as shown and remove the door i Ig XE H HE 2 Install 3 fresh alkaline batteries in the battery compartment sure to install the batteries correctly according to the polarity markings inside the battery compartment a ii LESS eJ 1 HHE 3 Replace the battery door NOTE The life expectancy of the back up batteries will depend on the number and the length of the power interruptions that you experience Under normal circumstances we recommend that you replace the back up batteries every 12 months MS3111M_112306 p65 7 23 11 2006 10 44 Remote Control Storage For your convenience we have included a remote control handset holder on the back cabinet of the main unit To avoid misplacing the handset we suggest that yo
37. u store it in this holder when not in use Battery Precautions Replacement of batteries must be done by an adult Do not mix old and new batteries Do not mix alkaline standard carbon zinc or rechargeable nickel cadmium batteries The supply terminals are not to be short circuited Non rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged Exhausted batteries are to be removed Only batteries of the equivalent type are to be used Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity Dispose of batteries properly Do not dispose of batteries in fire The batteries may explode or leak MS3111M_112306 p65 8 23 11 2006 10 44 O Connecting The Speakers NOTE Always connect the speakers before switching the power On and never operate the system without the speakers properly connected The speaker cables and the speaker terminals are color coded Connect the Red wires to the Red terminals Connect the Black wires to the Black terminals If the wires are connected incorrectly the sound will be muddy or distorted To make the connection completely depress the plastic levers to open the terminals insert the bare end of the speaker wire into the terminal openings and release the plastic levers to lock the wires in place
38. uctions Heed all warnings 2 Do not use this apparatus near water 3 Clean only with dry cloth 4 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 5 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 6 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 The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 7 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 8 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 9 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 10 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 11 This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and no
39. y cause the rubber feet to soften and leave marks or a rubber residue on the furniture To prevent any damage to your furniture we strongly recommend that you purchase small self adhesive felt pads available at hardware stores and home improvement centers everywhere and apply these pads to the bottom of the rubber feet before you place the product on fine wooden furniture MS3111M 112306 p65 12 23 11 2006 10 44 LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Front Panel Back Panel 0O 00 Bee 3 jo 95 23 n e e e 5 22 24 27 MS3111M 112306 p65 13 25 23 11 2006 10 44 1 amp STANDBY Button 2 FUNCTION ID3 FOLDER UP STEREO MONO PROGRAM MEMORY CLK ADJ TIMER SLEEP Buttons CD Door DISC 1 Tray DISC 2 Tray DISC 3 Tray CD 1 CD2 CD3 gt IIPLAY PAUSE STOP 144 44 gt 1 Buttons CD Door amp OPEN CLOSE Button VOLUME A Button VOLUME v Button EQ Button PLAY MODE Button RESET Button Inside Pin Hole 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 10 11 12 13 14 IR Remote Sensor 5 MULTI FUNCTION DISPLAY 6 7 8 9

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