Emerson MS3105 User Manual

HOME AUDIO SYSTEM  
with 3 CD CHANGER  
and DIGITAL AM/FM RECEIVER  
OWNER'S MANUAL  
MS3105  
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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 qualitycomponents 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, you 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.  
For future reference, record the serial number in the space provided.  
Model No: MS3105  
Serial No:  
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IMPORTANT NOTES  
• Avoid installing this unit in places  
• Operate controls and switches as  
described in the manual.  
exposed to direct sunlight or close to  
heat radiating appliances such as  
electric heaters, on top of other stereo  
equipment that radiates too much heat,  
places lacking ventilation or dusty areas,  
places subject to constant vibration and/  
or humid or moist areas.  
• Before turning ‘On’ the power, make  
certain that power cord is properly  
installed.  
• Store your CDs, in a cool area to avoid  
damage from heat.  
• When moving the set, be sure to first  
disconnect the power cord.  
• Do not attempt to clean this unit with  
chemical solvents as this might damage  
the finish. Use a clean dry cloth.  
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
CAUTION  
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
APPAREIL Á LASER DE CLASSE 1  
PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1  
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION  
WHEN OPENAND INTERLOCKS  
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 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.  
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.  
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PREPARATION FOR USE  
UNPACKING AND SET-UP  
• Carefully remove the main unit, speakers, and remote control from the carton,  
and remove all packing materials from the components.  
• Remove any descriptive labels or stickers from the front panel of the main  
unit. Do not remove any labels or stickers on the back panel of the main unit or  
the speakers.  
• Carefully remove any small strips of tape that may have been used to hold the  
CD door closed during shipment.  
• Unwind the AC power cord on the main unit and extend it to its full length.  
• Unwind the lead wire FM antenna on the back of the main unit and extend it to  
its full length.  
• Please save the carton and packing materials in case it ever becomes  
necessary to return your unit for service. The original carton and packing  
materials are the only way to protect your unit from damage in transit.  
• Place the system on a stable, level shelf, table, desk or stand, out of direct  
sunlight, convenient to a 120V 60Hz AC outlet, and away from sources of  
excess heat, dust, moisture or humidity.  
POSITIONING THE MAIN UNIT AND SPEAKERS  
The main unit and the speakers are designed to be used on a shelf, desk, table or  
stand. The main unit is shipped with two plastic legs installed for added stability  
when the system is used on a flat surface. These two plastic legs allow the main  
unit to “lean backward” slightly and prevent it from tipping forward when the CD  
door is opened.  
IMPORTANT: THESE TWO PLASTIC LEGS MUST REMAIN ON THE  
MAIN UNIT FOR TABLE-TOP, DESK-TOP, OR SHELF OPERATION.  
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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 may 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.  
NOTE: If this system is to be used on a bookshelf, or inside a cabinet, be sure to  
allow at least 3 inches clearance between the top of the main unit and the shelf  
above the unit so that the CD door can open fully without interference. If the CD  
door encounters an obstruction as it is opening, the door will close automatically.  
Do not block the ventilation openings on the top or back of the main unit.  
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SPEAKER CONNECTIONS  
Connect the speakers to the red (+) and black (–) terminals on top of the unit as  
shown below.  
(Press the red (+) or black (–) terminal tab, insert wire, release tab to hold wire in  
place.)  
The speakers may be placed close to the main unit or as far apart as the cables  
will allow. Please leave a gap of at least 1/4” between the main unit and speakers  
to prevent any vibration in the speakers from causing the CD player to skip.  
NOTE: The speakers are not magnetically shielded. They should not be placed  
directly on top of, or next to, a TV set. The magnets in the speakers could cause  
color distortion on the TV screen if the speakers are too close to the TV.  
The entire system may also be wall-mounted if desired. Wall-mounting instructions  
can be found at the end of this manual.  
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CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES  
• Connect your playback* equipment (eg. MiniDisc or cassette player) to the  
AUX IN jacks.  
LINE  
OUT  
TV  
AUX IN  
L R  
• Connect your recording equipment (eg. MiniDisc or cassette recorder) into  
the LINE OUT jacks.  
LINE IN  
CASSETTE  
RECORDER  
LINE OUT  
L R  
* Other examples of playback equipment include your TV, video recorder, DVD  
player or satellite receiver, or your computer or games console.  
Always refer to the equipment manufacturer’s instructions.  
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POWER SOURCE  
This system is designed to operate on 120VAC 60Hz power supply only. Connecting  
this system to any other power source may cause damage to the system and such  
damage is not covered by your warranty.  
Make sure that you connect this system to an AC outlet that is always “live”. Do not  
connect this system to an AC outlet that is controlled by a wall switch.  
1.) Unwind the AC Power Cord completely.  
2.) Insert the plug into any convenient 120V 60Hz AC outlet.  
NOTE: This unit has a polarized AC plug with one wide blade and one narrow  
blade. This plug will only fit into a matching polarized AC outlet. This is a safety  
feature to reduce the possibility of electric shock. If this plug will not fit in your AC  
outlet, you probably have an outdated non-polarized outlet. You should have your  
outdated outlet changed by a qualified, licensed electrician. Do not file the wide  
blade on the plug, or use an adapter to make the plug fit into your outlet. This  
defeats the safety feature and could expose you to electric shock.  
AC Outlet  
AC Plug  
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INSTALLING REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES  
The remote controller requires 2 “AAA” batteries (not included). Please use a well-  
known brand of alkaline batteries for longest life and best performance.  
Remove the remote control battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the  
direction of the  
arrow.  
Insert 2 “AAA” alkaline batteries into the compartment. Be sure to observe the  
polarity markings inside the battery compartment. If the batteries are inserted  
incorrectly the remote control will not operate.  
The remote control must be pointed at the remote sensor on the lower part of the  
front panel. The effective operating range of the remote control is approximately  
15 feet. The effective operating angle is approximately 15 degrees to the left or  
right of ‘dead center’.  
When the operation of the remote control becomes intermittent, or the operating  
range of the remote is reduced, replace the batteries.  
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS  
Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:  
1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.  
2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery  
compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.  
3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-Zinc) or old batteries  
with fresh ones.  
4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent  
damage or injury from possible battery leakage.  
5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture.  
(Follow battery manufacturer’s directions.)  
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS  
COLOR  
15.) PLAY CD 3 Button.  
1.)  
2.)  
POWER/STANDBY Button.  
16.) VOLUME Up/ Down Buttons.  
17.) PRESET-UP/RANDOM Button.  
18.) TIME MODE/REMAIN Button.  
19.) PRESET-DOWN/REPEAT Button.  
20.) CD/DISC SKIP Button.  
21.) TUNER/BAND Button.  
22.) AUX Input Button.  
Skip-Rev/Search Button.  
3.) CD Stop Button.  
4.)  
5.)  
Skip-Fwd/Search Button.  
CD Play/Pause Button.  
6.) TIME-SET/MEMORY Button.  
7.) CD Door OPEN/CLOSE Button.  
8.) PLAY CD 1 Button.  
23.) LINE OUT L/R Jacks.  
24.) AUX IN L/R Jacks.  
9.) Muti-function LCD Display.  
10.) PLAY CD 2 Button.  
11.) SLEEP Button.  
25.) SPEAKERS Terminals.  
26.) AC Power Cord.  
12.) TIMER Button.  
27.) PHONES  
Jack.  
13.) EQ (Equalizer) Button.  
14.) COLOR Button.  
28.) FM antenna wire.  
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REMOTE CONTROL  
29.)  
POWER/STANDBY Button.  
30.) CD/DISC SKIP Button.  
31.) TUNER/BAND Button.  
32.) AUX Input Button.  
33.)  
34.)  
SKIP FWD Button.  
PLAY/PAUSE Button.  
DISC SKIP  
STANDBY  
SKIP-REV.  
PLAY/PAUSE  
35.) REMAIN/TIME MODE Button.  
36.) RANDOM/PRESET-UP Button.  
37.) MEMORY/TIME-SET Button.  
38.) CD3 Play Button.  
SKIP-FWD.  
STOP  
OPEN/CLOSE  
39.) MUTE Button.  
40.) VOL UP/ DOWN Buttons.  
COLOR  
TIME MODE  
DOWN -PRESET -UP  
41.)  
SKIP REV Button.  
MEMORY  
TIME-SET  
42.) CD STOP Button.  
VOL - UP  
43.) CD Door  
OPEN/CLOSE Button.  
44.) CD Track / TUNER Channel numbers.  
45.) COLOR Button.  
VOL - DOWN  
46.) REPEAT/PRESET-DOWN Button.  
47.) CD1 Play Button.  
48.) CD2 Play Button.  
49.) EQ (Equalizer) Button.  
50.) Remote Transmitter.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
TURNING THE SYSTEM ‘ON’  
Plug the unit into the 120V 60Hz AC outlet.  
At the front of the unit, the light within the POWER/STANDBY button  
will be red  
to indicate that the unit is in standby (standby means plugged-in but not switched  
on).  
COLOR  
Main LCD display lights up and automatically shows self-demonstration mode if,  
• Clock is not set.  
• The unit is plugged in AC power the first time, or  
• The AC power has been interrupted.  
The display lighted colors change in sequence:  
Switch the unit on by pressing the POWER/STANDBY  
button on the front panel  
or the remote control. The display self-demonstration mode stops.  
The unit is now ready to use.  
COLOR Button  
You may turn the color-changing feature “On” or “Off” by pressing the COLOR  
Button on front panel or remote control.  
(To switch the unit back to standby, simply press  
12  
button again.)  
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SETTING THE CLOCK  
Use the buttons on the unit’s front panel to carry out this procedure.  
1.) Press  
POWER/STANDBY button to switch the unit “On”.  
2.) Press the AUX button.  
(Note the time setting flashes in the center of  
the display.)  
3.) Press the TIME-SET/MEMORY button so that  
the hour setting flashes, then press  
or  
button to set the correct hour (making sure the  
flashing A Mor P M is correct).  
4.) Press TIME-SET/MEMORY so that the minute  
setting flashes, then press  
set the correct minute.  
or  
button to  
5.) Press TIME-SET/MEMORY to finish clock  
setting.  
Once the time has stopped flashing, the clock is  
set.  
NOTE: If ever you find the display self-demonstration mode comes on, this means  
that the clock needs to be re-set (possibly due to the unit having been disconnected  
from the AC power outlet, or a power interruption).  
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GENERAL CONTROLS  
Switch the unit “On” or “Off” by pressing the  
button.  
Selecting The Sound Source  
To select the sound source you wish to listen to, press:  
CD/DISC SKIP to listen to compact disc, or  
TUNER/BAND to listen to radio, or  
AUX to listen to auxiliary equipment connected to the AUX IN jacks.  
Volume Controls  
To adjust the volume, use VOLUME UP/ DOWN Buttons.  
To shut off the sound temporarily, press MUTE on the remote (press again to  
restore sound).  
(Note that mute is indicated by the MUTE indicator appears in display.)  
Headphones  
For private listening, plug a pair of stereo headphones (not included) into the  
PHONES  
jack on top of the unit.  
When headphones are plugged-in, the speakers are switched off automatically.  
NOTE:  
Always reduce the volume level before you put the headphones on. Then gradually  
increase the volume to a comfortable level.  
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EQ (Graphic Equalizer) Button  
The graphic equalizer (EQ) adjusts the character of the sound. It provides a range  
of 4 tonal shapes: ROCK, CLASSIC, POP and FLAT.  
Press EQ repeatedly to set the graphic equalizer according to your taste or the  
style of music being played. The selected setting:  
ROCK, CLASSIC, POP or FLAT appears at the bottom of the display.  
Standby (Power Off)  
To switch off to standby, press the  
button.  
Note* - This unit is intended to be switched off to standby. If you unplug the unit,  
the clock setting will be incorrect when you switch on again. Additionally, any timer  
setting will be lost.  
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LISTENING TO THE RADIO  
Tuning-in A New Radio Station  
Pressing TUNER/BAND button selects radio operation. The display indicates the  
tuning frequency. At the left of the display, the band is indicated: FM or AM. Pressing  
the TUNER/BAND button changes the band.  
After selecting the required band, you can tune to a radio station in either of the  
following ways:  
Automatic Tuning  
• To search up or down the band for a station, hold in  
or  
button  
for 2 seconds then release. The tuner will search up or down until it finds a  
strong station and stop on that station. Repeat until you find the desired station.  
Manual Tuning  
• To change frequency one step at a time, repeatedly press and release  
or  
button until the frequency of the desired station appears on the display.  
You can keep any new station you’ve tuned-in by storing it in the memory.  
(see following page)  
Note: For best FM reception, position the lead wire FM antenna for least interference.  
(Note if AM reception is poor, you may need to rotate the unit.)  
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Presetting Stations In The Tuner Memory  
You can preset up to 40 stations (20 AM and 20 FM) in the tuner memory for  
immediate recall.  
1.) Tune to the first station you wish  
to memorize using the either the  
Automatic or Manual Tuning  
method described on page16.  
Example: FM 103.5 MHz.  
2.) When the desired station  
frequency appears on the display  
press the TIME-SET/MEMORY  
button on the front panel or  
remote control. The MEMORY  
indicator and Preset Memory  
(Channel) number “00” will flash in the display.  
3.) While the MEMORY indicator is  
flashing press the PRESET UP/  
RANDOM button on the front  
panel or remote control to  
advance the Preset Memory  
(Channel) number from “00” to “01”.  
4.) Then press the TIME-SET/  
MEMORY button again to enter  
the desired station in Preset  
Memory (Channel) number 01.  
The MEMORY indicator stops  
flashing and the display appears.  
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5.) Tune to the next station to be memorized, press the TIME-SET/MEMORY  
button, press the PRESET UP/RANDOM button to select Preset (Channel)  
number “02”, and press the TIME SET/MEMORY button again.  
6.) Repeat Step 5, selecting a different Preset (Channel) number each time, until  
you have entered up to 20 stations on one band, then press the TUNER/  
BAND button to select the other band and follow the same procedure to preset  
up to 20 stations on that band.  
NOTE:  
You may also select the Preset (Channel) numbers directly by pressing the  
appropriate number buttons on the remote control while the MEMORY indicator is  
flashing.  
• To select Preset (Channel) numbers 1 through 9, press the corresponding number  
buttons.  
• To select Preset (Channel) numbers 11 through 19, press the “+10” button first  
and then appropriate number button.  
• To select Preset (Channel) number 20, press the “+10” button twice, then press  
the “0” button.  
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Recalling Preset Stations  
1.) Press the TUNER/BAND button to select the Tuner function and the desired  
band.  
2.) Press the PRESET UP/RANDOM or PRESET DOWN/REPEAT buttons on  
the front panel or the remote control to select the desired Preset (Channel)  
number.  
NOTE:  
You may also select the Preset (Channel) numbers directly by pressing the  
appropriate number buttons on the remote control.  
• To select Preset (Channel) numbers 1 through 9, press the corresponding number  
buttons.  
• To select Preset (Channel) numbers 11 through 19, press the “+10” button first  
and then appropriate number button.  
• To select Preset (Channel) number 20, press the “+10” button twice, then press  
the “0” button.  
Changing Preset Stations  
To change any preset station simply enter a new station in the Preset (Channel)  
number that you wish to change. When the new station is entered in the memory  
the previously memorized station will be erased.  
TIME MODE/REMAIN Button  
During Tuner operation the display will show the frequency of the radio station. To  
see the time press the TIME MODE/REMAIN button once on the front panel or  
remote control. The display will show the time for approximately 10 seconds and  
then change back to radio frequency automatically.  
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PLAYING COMPACT DISCS  
This system can play normal CDs, and most Recordable CDs (CD-R), and  
Rewriteable CDs (CD-RW). However the playability of CD-R and CD-RW discs is  
dependent on the type of software used for ‘ripping’ and ‘burning’ the discs, and  
the quality of the blank discs used for recording. 100% playback compatibility  
cannot be guaranteed. This is not an indication of any problem with this system.  
IMPORTANT:  
Never open or close the CD door rapidly by hand - doing so will damage the  
mechanism.  
In an emergency situation (eg. an AC power failure) where you have no option  
other than to open or close the door by hand, do so very slowly and very gently.  
APPLY ONLY LIGHT PRESSURE - NEVER USE FORCE ON THE DOOR.  
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Normal Playback  
1.) Press the  
POWER/STANDBY button to turn the system ‘On’. The display  
and CD door lighting comes on.  
2.) Press the CD/DISC SKIP button  
on the front panel or remote  
control to select the CD function.  
The display will show a series of  
flashing “dashes” (— — — ) while  
the player searches for a disc,  
and then the words “no disc” will appear.  
CD  
3.) Press the  
OPEN/CLOSE button on the front panel or remote control to  
open the CD door.  
IMPORTANT: THIS SYSTEM IS SHIPPED  
WITH THREE (3) DUMMY PAPER “CDs”  
IN THE MECHANISM FOR DISPLAY  
PURPOSES ONLY. THESE DUMMY CDs  
MUST BE REMOVED AND DISCARDED  
BEFORE YOU CAN USE THE CD PLAYER.  
PLEASE REMOVE AND DISPOSE OF THEM NOW.  
4.) Insert up to 3 CDs in the mechanisms with the printed label side facing outward.  
Press down gently on each disc near the center hole to make sure that the  
discs are properly ‘seated’ on the spindles.  
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5.) Press the  
OPEN/CLOSE button to close the CD door.  
Do not close the door by hand. Each of the discs will spin momentarily and  
then the system will read the first  
1
DISC  
CD  
disc and the display will show the  
TOTAL  
total tracks and playing time of the  
first disc.  
6.) Press the PLAY/PAUSE  
button on the front panel or remote control to  
begin playback on the first disc. If you loaded more than one disc in the player  
you may also press the CD1, CD2, or CD3 buttons on the front panel or remote  
control to begin playback on any of the discs in the player. Playback will begin  
on Track 1 and continue until the end of the disc. The display will show the  
elapsed playing time of each track as it plays. If there is more than one disc in  
the player, playback will continue until all tracks on all discs have been played,  
then the player will stop and the display will show the total tracks and playing  
time on the last disc.  
7.) To stop playback at any time press the STOP button on the front panel or  
remote control. Playback stops and the display will show the total tracks and  
playing time on the disc that was playing.  
Removing Discs From The Player  
When you are finished listening press the STOP < button to stop playback if  
necessary and then press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the CD door. Place  
your finger in the cut-out at the edge of each CD compartment and gently lift the  
disc off the spindle.  
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Immediate CD Playback  
If you are listening to the radio or an auxiliary audio source you can begin immediate  
CD playback by pressing the CD1, CD2, or CD3 buttons on the front panel or the  
remote control.  
Pause Control  
To Pause momentarily during CD playback press the PLAY/PAUSE  
button  
again. The sound stops and the time display flashes but the disc continues to spin.  
Press the PLAY/PAUSE  
button once more to cancel pause and resume normal  
playback.  
TRACK  
1
DISC  
CD  
Skip/Search (  
/
) Controls  
• During playback, to skip to higher or lower numbered tracks, repeatedly press  
the buttons until the desired track number appears in the display.  
/
Playback will begin on the desired track.  
• During playback, to quickly search forward or backward for a particular passage  
within a track, depress and hold the  
/
buttons until you find the desired  
passage, then release the buttons. Normal playback will resume at that point.  
Direct Track Selection (Remote Control Only)  
During CD playback you may also select a track by pressing the corresponding  
number button on the remote control.  
To select track numbers from 10 to 19 press the “+10” button once and then the  
appropriate number button.  
To select track numbers higher than 20, press the “+10” button twice, then press  
the appropriate number button.  
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Repeat Playback  
You can repeat all discs, one disc, or just one track. To select the mode you require,  
press PRESET-DOWN/REPEAT button until the top of the display indicates one  
of the following:  
All discs repeat  
One disc repeat  
One track repeat  
ALL DISC  
1
1
DISC  
To cancel repeat play, press PRESET-DOWN/REPEAT button until the repeat  
symbol disappears from the display.  
Random Playback  
You can play tracks in random order (from one disc or all discs).  
To select the mode you require, press PRESET-UP/RANDOM button until the  
display indicates one of the following:  
RANDOM  
RANDOM  
ALL DISC  
DISC  
1
To cancel random play, press PRESET-UP/RANDOM button until the word  
RANDOM disappears from the display.  
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Programmed Playback  
This system has a 60 track programmable memory that allows you to program up  
60 tracks on 3 discs for playback in any desired order.  
NOTE: YOU CANNOT PROGRAM THE PLAYER WHILE A DISC IS PLAYING.  
YOU MUST PRESS THE STOP  
BUTTON TO STOP PLAYBACK BEFORE  
BEGINNING THE PROGRAM STEPS BELOW.  
1.) Load up to 3 discs in the player  
1
DISC  
CD  
as usual. Close the CD door and  
TOTAL  
wait until the display shows the  
total tracks and playing time of  
the first disc.  
1
DISC  
CD  
2.) Press the TIME-SET/MEMORY  
button to enter the Program  
mode. The display will show  
track number “00” and “P – 01”  
MEMORY  
TRACK #  
PROGRAM #  
(program memory number 1), and the MEMORY indicator will be flashing.  
3.) Select the disc number which  
CD  
contains the first track to be  
programmed by pressing the CD/  
DISC SKIP button until the  
3
DISC  
MEMORY  
desired DISC number appears in the display. Example: Disc 3  
CD  
4.) Press the Skip  
or  
buttons  
to select the first track to be  
programmed.  
3
DISC  
MEMORY  
Example: Track 7  
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5.) When the desired disc and track  
numbers appear in the display  
press the TIME-SET/MEMORY  
CD  
3
DISC  
MEMORY  
button again to enter that disc and track in Program Memory number 1. The  
track number display returns to “00” and the Program Memory number display  
advances to “P – 02”.  
6.) Repeat Steps 3, 4, and 5, selecting different disc and track numbers each  
time as desired until you have entered up to 60 tracks in the program memory.  
CAUTION: If the STOP button is pressed before you finish programming  
the player exits the program mode and all previously stored information is  
erased.  
7.) When you have entered all the  
CD  
TRACK  
desired tracks in the program  
3
DISC  
MEMORY  
memory press the PLAY/PAUSE  
button to begin programmed playback. The tracks that you programmed  
will play in the desired order.  
CD  
After the last programmed track  
has played the player stops but  
3
DISC  
MEMORY  
the program remains in the  
memory. Press the PLAY/PAUSE  
to play the programmed sequence again.  
The programmed sequence remains in the memory even if you switch to the  
TUNER or AUX function, or shut the system ‘Off’.  
Clearing The Program Memory  
If a disc is playing press the STOP button once to stop playback and then press  
the STOP button again to clear the program memory. The program memory will  
also be cleared if the CD door is opened.  
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Program Repeat Function  
You can use the Program and Repeat functions together to continuously repeat  
the programmed sequence. After programming the desired sequence press the  
PRESET-DOWN/REPEAT button until the “  
ALL DISC” indicator appears in  
the display, then press the PLAY/PAUSE  
button to begin programmed repeat  
playback.  
To cancel programmed repeat function press the PRESET-DOWN/REPEAT button  
until no “ ” indicator appears in the display, or open the CD door.  
Editing The Program  
The player must be in the Stop mode to edit the program.  
• To change a track, press TIME-SET/MEMORY button repeatedly until the  
required “P –” number is displayed.  
Next, press  
or  
button to change the track number, then press TIME-  
SET/MEMORY button to store the change.  
• To delete a track, press TIME-SET/MEMORY button repeatedly until the  
required “P –” number is displayed.  
Next, press  
or  
button to change the track number to “00”, then press  
TIME-SET/MEMORY button to store the change.  
• To add a track, press TIME-SET/MEMORY button repeatedly until track number  
“00” is displayed.  
Next, use CD/DISC SKIP button and  
or  
buttons to select required disc  
and track number, then press TIME-SET/MEMORY button to store the change.  
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Track and Time Displays  
• The correct time is displayed when the system is in the Standby or AUX  
modes.  
• In TUNER mode the radio frequency is displayed. Press the TIME-MODE/  
REMAIN button repeatedly to cycle the display as follows:  
Time Display  
Timer On setting  
Timer Off setting  
Radio Frequency.  
• In CD play mode the track number and elapsed playing time are displayed.  
Press the TIME-MODE/REMAIN button repeatedly to cycle the display as  
follows:  
Remaining Time of the Track  
Time of the Track Time Display  
Elapsed Time of the Track, etc., etc.  
Remaining Time on the Disc  
Elapsed  
Timer On setting Timer Off setting  
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TIMER OPERATION  
The Timer facility allows you to set the unit to switch itself “On” and “Off”  
automatically, for example, to wake you up each morning.  
While setting up the Timer, make sure you carry out each step within 5 seconds,  
otherwise the operation will time out and you will have to start again.  
NOTE: During timer setup, always check the AM/PM indicator (to the left of the  
time) to ensure you make the correct settings.  
1.) Select the radio station or CD you wish to play when the unit switches on.  
(For CD this can be a programmed selection of tracks if desired.)  
2.) Press TIME MODE/REMAIN button repeatedly until TIMER ON indicator  
flashes at the right of the display, then press TIME-SET/MEMORY button  
immediately.  
The switch-on time (hour setting) will flash.  
3.) Immediately press  
or  
buttons to set the hour (making sure the flashing  
AM or PM is correct), then press TIME-SET/MEMORY button.  
The minute setting will flash.  
4.) Immediately press  
or  
buttons to set the minute, then press TIME-SET/  
MEMORY button again.  
5.) Press TIME MODE/REMAIN button repeatedly until TIMER OFF indicator  
flashes at the right of the display, then press TIME-SET/MEMORY button  
immediately.  
The switch-off time (hour setting) will flash.  
6.) Immediately press  
or  
buttons to set the hour, then press TIME-SET/  
MEMORY button.  
The minute setting will flash.  
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7.) Immediately press  
or  
buttons to set the minute, then press TIME-SET/  
MEMORY button.  
The “switch-on” and “switch-off” times have now been set. To check them at any  
time, press TIME MODE/REMAIN button repeatedly to step through the TIMER  
ON and TIMER OFF settings on the display.  
8.) To activate the timer, press TIMER button (on the front panel) so that TIMER  
Indicator appears at the right of the display.  
9.) Press  
POWER/STANDBY button to switch off the unit to Standby mode.  
Timer operation is now set. The unit will switch itself on and off at the set times,  
every day.  
NOTE: If ever you find the display self-demonstration mode comes on, this means  
that the clock needs to be re-set (possibly due to the unit having been disconnected  
from the AC power outlet, or a power interruption).  
Cancelling Timer Operation  
If you don’t want the unit to switch itself on, for example at weekends, press TIMER  
button (on the front panel) so that the word TIMER is not displayed. (The timer  
settings are still retained for the next time you wish to activate the timer.)  
To activate timer operation again, repeat steps 8 and 9 above.  
Sleep Timer  
The unit has a sleep timer. Activating the sleep timer while you’re listening to a  
radio station or CD will make the unit switch itself off after 90 minutes.  
• To activate the sleep timer, press SLEEP button (on the front panel) so that  
SLEEP indicator appears on the display.  
• Press and hold the SLEEP button to adjust 80, 70, 60, 50, 40, 30, 20, or 10  
minutes of sleep time.  
• To cancel the sleep timer, press SLEEP button so that the word SLEEP  
disappears.  
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WALL MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS  
NOTE: The plastic legs must be removed from the main unit before wall mounting.  
To remove the legs, slide them downward as shown.  
To re-attach the legs, slide the U-shaped cut-outs  
in the legs upwards over the round posts at the  
back of the unit. Make sure the legs are pushed  
up all the way.  
If you decide to wall mount your MS3105 audio system please read and  
carefully follow these instructions:  
NOTE: Wall mounting hardware is not included. You should purchase the  
appropriate type of anchors for the wall where the unit will be mounted. (Solid-wall,  
Hollow-wall, etc.) Wall anchors are available at hardware stores and home  
improvement centers. Tools required: Electric drill, Hammer, Screwdriver.  
General Precautions and Recommendations  
• When choosing a location for wall mounting remember that the main unit must  
be connected to an AC outlet. The AC power cord of the main unit should be  
able to hang straight down from the main unit to the AC outlet.  
See Figure 1.  
Incorrect  
Correct  
Figure 1  
Connect the main unit to the AC outlet and position it against the wall in your  
desired location. Make sure that the plug remains firmly and full inserted into the  
outlet. There should be just enough slack in the power cord so that the plug can be  
easily removed from, and reconnected to the AC outlet.  
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• Have someone hold the main unit against the wall in the desired location and  
make a pencil mark on the wall to indicate center point of the top edge of the  
cabinet.  
PENCIL MARK AT CENTER  
• If there is no AC outlet directly below the desired mounting location you may  
use a UL approved extension cord. In this case you should allow the AC plug  
of the main unit to reach all the way to the floor and connect the extension cord  
on the floor, not above the floor. See Figure 2.  
Correct  
Incorrect  
Figure 2  
• Although all major functions of this system, including opening/closing the front  
cover, can be operated by the remote control, you must still load and unload  
your CD's manually. Therefore the main unit should be mounted at a height  
that is convenient and comfortable for changing discs.  
IMPORTANT: The front cover requires 3" clearance to open fully. If you plan to  
mount the unit under a shelf, in a cabinet. etc, you must allow at least 3" clearance  
above the unit so that the door can open completely without obstruction. If the front  
cover encounters some obstruction as it is opening, the motor will reverse  
automatically and the door will close immediately.  
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TEMPLATE INSTRUCTIONS  
1.) Select the desired location for wall mounting after carefully reviewing the  
"General Precautions and Recommendations" of the wall mounting  
instructions.  
2.) Tape the template to the wall, or other surface, in the desired location. Align  
the top edge of the template with the pencil mark you made on the wall. Be  
sure to allow at least 3" clearance above the main unit, for the CD door to open  
fully.  
3.) Make sure that the template is level.  
4.) Use an awl, ice pick, a nail or similar pointed tool, and push through the template  
to make a small starter hole in the wall surface as indicated by the "Drill Hole  
Here" marks. Then remove the template from the wall.  
5.) Before You Drill: Make sure that there are no water plpes, gas pipes,  
electrical wires on other obstructions or hazards behind the wall in your  
chosen mounting location. If you are not sure about this. and don't know  
how to check, perhaps you should consider having the system mounted  
by someone with the necessary experience.  
6.) Make sure that you are using the correct type of anchors for your wall. If the  
wall material is Sheetrock® (sometimes called wall-board, gypsum-board, or  
plaster-board) you can use plastic ‘hollow-wall anchors’. If your wall is solid  
plaster, concrete, brick, or similar solid material, use the appropriate type of  
‘solid-wall anchors’. If your wall is solid wood, you may be able to use round-  
head wood screws without anchors.  
IMPORTANT: If you have no experience installing wall anchors you should have  
this system mounted by someone who does have the proper experience.  
Whichever type anchors you use, make sure that the diameter of the screw  
heads is at least 1/4”.  
Follow the instructions supplied with the wall anchors to determine the proper size  
drill bit to use in your electric drill. After installing the proper size bit, drill holes in  
the wall surface at the 4 locations where you made the starter holes in Step 4.  
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7.) Insert the tip of the anchor into each hole and use a hammer to tap the anchors  
all the way in until they are flush with the wall surface.  
8.) Insert the screw into the anchor and tighten the screw until it touches the collar  
on the anchor. This causes the anchor to spread inside the wall and locks the  
anchor in place.  
9.) Loosen the screw until there is a gap about 1/8" between the screw head and  
the wall.  
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10.) Position the main unit over the two screw heads so that the heads of the  
screws fit into bottom of each "Keyhole" on the back cabinet. When the two  
screw heads are inside the keyholes, slide the main unit slightly downward  
until each screw head is in the top of the keyhole.  
Insert screw head into keyhole  
Slide unit downward to lock unit  
in position  
If the main unit is still loose, you probably left too large a gap between the screw  
head and the wall. Slide the unit slightly upward and take it off the mounting screws.  
Tighten one or both screws slightly and remount the unit. It should fit snugly against  
the wall and not move when you are loading or unloading CD's.  
Follow a similar procedure to mount each speaker.  
NOTE: It will be necessary to remove the main unit from the wall to connect the  
speaker wires. If there is any excess speaker wire hanging between the  
main unit and the speakers, remove the speaker from the wall and use a  
twist-tie to secure the excess wire to the lower metal bracket on the back  
of the speaker cabinet, then remount the speakers.  
NOTE: You can also purchase plastic cord covers at most home improvement  
centers. These covers can easily be cut to any desired length and attached  
to the wall to conceal the speaker wires and AC power cord if necessary.  
The covers can also be painted or wall papered to match the surrounding  
wall surface.  
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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.  
• 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.  
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.  
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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.  
1901 Diplomat Drive.  
Farmers Branch, TX 75234.  
This warranty does not cover damage from negligence, misuse, abuse, accident,  
failure to follow operating instructions, commercial use, rental, repairs by an  
unauthorized facility, or products purchased, used, serviced or damaged outside  
of the United States.  
THIS WARRANTYGIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, ANDYOU MAY  
ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.  
AU898M  
TO FIND THE LOCATION AND PHONE  
NUMBER OF YOUR NEAREST SERVICE  
R
CENTER PERMITTED TO PERFORM  
WARRANTY...  
SERVICE  
CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098  
FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE  
PLEASE CALL:  
1-800-898-9020  
FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE WRITE TO:  
Emerson Radio Corp.  
Consumer Affairs Dept.  
1901 Diplomat Drive,  
Farmers Branch, TX 75234.  
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