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OWNER'S MANUAL

MS3108

Visit our web site at www.emersonradio.com

Home Audio System

with 3 CD Changer

and Digital AM/FM Receiver

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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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Follow all instructions. 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 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.

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrow-

head symbol, within an equi-

lateral triangle is intended to

alert the user to the presence

of uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage’

within the product’s enclosure

that may be of sufficient

magnitude to constitute a risk

of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within

an equilateral triangle is in-

tended to alert the user to

the presence of important

operating and maintenance

(servicing) instructions in

the literature accompany-

ing the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT REMOVE COVER

(OR B A CK), NO US E R

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

The Caution Marking maybe located at the bottom enclosure of the apparatus.

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Thank you for purchasing this Home Audio System with 3-CD Changer

and programmable CD-R/RW Player from Emerson. This system includes

an AM/FM digital tuner with 20 preset station memories, a digital clock, a

full-function remote control, and a pair of matching speakers.

Please review this manual completely and carefully to make sure that you

are getting the maximum benefit from all features we have included in this

system. If after reading this manual you experience any problems with the

set-up or operation of this system, please do not return it to the retail store.

Please call the Emerson Customer Service Hotline, toll free, at:

1-800-898-9020.

One of our customer service technicians will try to solve your problem for

you. If that is not possible you will be advised of the proper procedure to

obtain service for your system or to obtain a replacement system. The

Customer Service Hotline hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Central Time,

Monday through Friday.

The serial number of your system can be found on a label on the back

panel of the main unit. Please take a moment to locate the serial number

and write the number in the space provided on the warranty page of this

manual. You may be asked for the serial number when calling to request

customer service

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• Operate controls and switches as

described in the manual.

•Before turning on the power, make

certain that the power cord is properly

installed.

•When moving the set, be sure to first

disconnect the power cord and remove

cords connected to other equipment.

• Avoid installing this unit in places

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.

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.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

This product contains a low power Laser Device.

CAUTION

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION

WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS

DEFEATED.

AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

APPAREIL Á LASER DE CLASSE 1

PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1

IMPORTANT NOTES

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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PREPARATION FOR USE

Unpacking 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.

• 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.

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Attaching The Pedestal Stand

1.)Place the main unit face down on a flat surface as

shown.

2.)Position the pedestal base so that the 4

guide hooks on the base slide into the 4

slots on the back of the main unit.

3.) Turn the pedestal base locking

screw ‘clockwise’ to secure.

4.) Return the main unit and the pedestal base to

the upright position.

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If you ever need to remove the main unit from the pedestal:

1.) Place the entire unit face down on a flat surface.

2.) Turn the pedestal base locking

screw ‘counter-clockwise’ to

loosen.

3.)Slide the pedestal outward and lift it

up to completely remove it from the

main unit.

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Installing The Remote Control Batteries

The remote control requires two “AAA” batteries, not included. We recommend

that you use a well known brand of alkaline batteries for longest life and best

performance.

Open the remote control battery compartment by sliding the battery compartment

cover in the direction of the ‘arrow’.

Install two “AAA” batteries in the compartment according to the polarity markings

inside the compartment as shown in the illustration. If the batteries are installed

incorrectly the remote control will not work. After installing the batteries replace the

battery compartment cover.

NOTE: When the operation of the remote control becomes intermittent or stops

working completely replace the batteries as soon as possible. Never leave

weak or exhausted batteries in the remote for an extended period of time.

They may eventually leak and cause permanent damage to the remote control.

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.

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Connecting The Speakers

NOTE: Always connect the speakers before switching the power ‘On’,

and never operate the system without the speakers properly connected.

Make sure:

The left speaker is connected the left-pair (L) terminals.

The right speaker is connected the right-pair (R) terminals.

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.

(Red Color)

(Black Color)

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Auxiliary Input Jacks

This system includes AUX IN R/L Jacks. These jacks allow 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,

MP3 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 R/L jacks on the back panel of this system.

CONNECTION CABLES ARE INCLUDED.

You may leave your external device permanently connected to this system if you

wish. It 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’s Manual.

iPod® is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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Always refer to the Instructions Manual of the external equipment.

LINE OUT L/R Output Jacks

This system includes L/R LINE OUT output jacks for the connection to your

recording equipment (eg. MiniDisc or Cassette Recorder).

Connect the L/R LINE OUT jacks of this system to the L/R Record Input (REC IN)

or Line Input (LINE IN) jacks of your external recording device.

CONNECTION CABLES ARE NOT INCLUDED.

NOTE: the remote controller of this system cannot control the external

equipment. You must adjust the volume level of the external equipment as

desired.

REC IN or LINE IN

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AC Plug

AC Outlet

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

have 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.

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.

Although the main unit is 9.75” high with the CD door closed, 12” of clearance is

required for the CD door to open fully. If you are using this unit on a bookshelf

make sure there is a gap of at least 12” between the shelves. If the CD door

encounters an obstruction while opening it will close again automatically.

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Stereo Headphone Jack

This system includes a stereo PHONES jack on the top 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 when 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.

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.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Front Panel

Top Panel

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1.) MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. Button.

2.) SLEEP/TIMER Button.

3.) CD Door OPEN/CLOSE Button.

4.) CD Door.

5.) Disc 1 Tray.

6.) Disc 2 Tray.

7.) Disc 3 Tray.

8.) STANDBY Button With Lighting.

9.) RANDOM/PRESET Button.

10.) REPEAT/PRESET Button.

11.) FUNCTION Button.

12.) Pedestal Stand.

13.) SKIP FWD./SEARCH ( TUNE + ) Button.

14.) SKIP REV./SEARCH ( TUNE – ) Button.

15.) Stop Button.

16.) Play/Pause Button.

17.) MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAY.

18.) VOLUME / Buttons.

19.) Remote SENSOR.

20.) CD 1 Play Button.

21.) CD 2 Play Button.

22.) CD 3 Play Button.

23.) FM Lead Wire Antenna.

24.) LINE OUT R/L Jacks.

25.) AUX IN R/L Jacks.

26.) Speaker Terminals.

27.) AC Power Cord.

28.) RESET Button (Inside Pin Hole).

29.) PHONES Jack.

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Remote Control

1.) CD3 Button.

2.) CD2 Button.

3.) CD1 Button.

4.) Numeric Buttons.

5.) REPEAT/PRESET Button.

6.) EQ Button.

7.) SKIP REV./Search

( TUNE – ) Button.

8.) STOP/BAND Button.

9.) CD/DISC SKIP Button.

10.) TUNER Button.

11.) CD Door OPEN/CLOSE Button.

12.) IR (Infrared) Transmitter.

13.) POWER Button.

14.) AUX Button.

15.) PLAY/PAUSE Button.

16.) VOLUME Button.

17.) VOLUME Button.

18.) SKIP FWD./Search

( TUNE + ) Button.

19.) MUTE Button.

20.) RANDOM/PRESET Button.

21.) TIMER/SLEEP Button.

22.) MEM./CLK.ADJ. Button.

23.) Battery Compartment.

(Back Cabinet)

BRAND

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• Make sure that you have fully extended the FM antenna wire.

• Make sure that you have installed 2 “AAA” batteries in the remote

control.

• 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 (POWER) button to turn the system ‘On’. Then press the

OPEN/CLOSE button to open the CD door. Remove the 3 “dummy CDs” and

discard them.

Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to close the 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

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

batteries.

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Volume Controls

To increase or decrease the system volume press the VOLUME or 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.

Electronic Preset Equalizer “EQ” (On Remote Control Only)

The preset equalizer allows you to adjust the sound characteristic for the most

popular types of music.

Press the EQ button on the the remote control to cycle through the following

equalizer settings: FLAT (EQ ‘Off’), POP, CLASSIC, ROCK.

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.

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

flashes 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 the

VOLUME or buttons.

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Setting The Clock

When the system is connected to an AC outlet the STANDBY button light comes

‘On’.

The time display will show a flashing

“AM 12:00”.

This is your indication that the time is incorrect and needs to be set.

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.

Do not press the STANDBY (POWER) button. The system must be in the Standby

mode to set the clock.

You have the option of displaying the time in 12-Hour or 24-Hour modes.

12-Hour Mode - The time is displayed in 12-hour cycles with AM / PM indicators.

This is the factory default setting.

24-Hour Mode - The time is displayed in 24-hour cycles with no AM / PM indicators.

This is sometimes referred to as “Military Time”.

For example, “PM 6:00” would be displayed as “18:00”.

1.) Depress the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. button, “12Hr” flashes in the display.

Then press either the or buttons to alternatively to switch between

the 12-hour and 24-hour display modes.

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2.) Press the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ.

button again. The Hour digits begin

flashing.

3.) Press the or buttons to set the

display to the correct hour.

Be sure to observe the AM/PM indicators

to make sure you are setting the Hour

correctly.

4.) Press the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ.

button again. The Minute digits begin

flashing.

5.) Press the or buttons to set the

display to the correct Minute.

6.) Press the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. once

more.

The display stops flashing and the clock

begins to run.

NOTES:

• After pressing the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. button to begin setting the clock,

you must press the or buttons to adjust the display within 10 seconds,

otherwise the digits stop flashing and the time cannot be adjusted. If this

occurs, press the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. button again and then press the

or buttons within 10 seconds to adjust the display.

• The display will always show the time when the system is in the Standby

(Power Off) or AUX mode.

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Listening To The Radio

1.) Press the STANDBY (POWER) button to turn the system ‘On’. The display

lighting comes ‘On’ and the STANDBY light goes ‘Off’.

2.) Press the FUNCTION button on front panel or TUNER button on remote control

to select the Tuner function.

An AM or FM frequency will appear on

the display.

Press the STOP/BAND button again

to switch between the AM and FM bands

if necessary.

3.) Tune to the desired station as follows:

• Manual Tuning

Repeatedly press the or buttons 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 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.

4.) If you tuned to an FM Stereo station the

STEREO indicator will appear in the

display.

5.) Adjust the VOLUME, and EQ controls to the desired settings.

6.) When you are finished listening press the STANDBY (POWER) button to

return the system to the Standby (Off) mode. The display lighting goes ‘Off’

and the STANDBY light comes ‘On’.

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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.

AM: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.

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Presetting Stations In The Tuner Memory

You can store up to 20 of your favorite stations (10 FM / 10 AM) in the Tuner

memory for easy recall at any time.

Using either the manual or automatic tuning method as described on page 20.

1.) Tune to the first station you wish to

memorize.

Example: FM 103.5 MHz.

2.) Press the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ.

button.

The display Preset Memory “00” and the

MEMORY indicator will flash.

3.) Press the PRESET or button to

select any of the 10 available Preset

Memory. Example: CH 1.

4.) Press the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. button.

The flashing MEMORY indicator

disappears but the preset memory

number “1” remains in the display,

confirming that your station has been

entered in preset memory CH 1.

5.) Repeat steps 1-4 selecting a different preset memory number each time until

you have stored up to 10 stations in one band.

6.) Then press the STOP/BAND button to select the AM band and repeat steps

1 through 4 to store up to 10 stations on that band.

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NOTE: After you press MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. button the first time, you must

press PRESET or , and MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. buttons within 10 seconds,

while the MEMORY indicator is flashing on the display, or your station will not

be memorized.

If the MEMORY indicator stops flashing press the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ.

button once to start the indicator flashing again, then press PRESET or ,

and MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. buttons again to memorize your station.

Recalling Preset Stations

1.) Turn the system ‘On’, press the STOP/BAND button to select the Tuner

function and the desired band.

2.) Press the PRESET or button repeatedly until the desired preset number

and frequency appears on the display.

• You may also use the number buttons on the remote control to directly select

the desired preset memory number.

• Simply press the corresponding number key on the remote handset to select

preset memory numbers 1 through 9.

• To select preset memory number 10, press the “+10” button and then the “0”

button.

Changing Preset Stations

1.) Tune to the new station you want to memorize and press the MEMORY/CLOCK

ADJ. button to start the MEMORY indicator flashing.

2.) Repeatedly press the PRESET or button until the display shows the

number of the preset memory you wish to change.

3.) Press the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. button again. The new station is entered in

the memory and the previous station is deleted.

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Playing Compact Discs

IMPORTANT: This CD player can play normal CDs plus CD-R (CD Recordable)

and CD-RW (CD ReWritable) discs. However the playability of CD-R/RW discs

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 STANDBY (POWER) button to turn the system ‘On’. Press the

FUNCTION button on front panel or CD/DISC SKIP button on remote control

to select the CD function.

2.) Press the OPEN/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 are removed.

NOTE: Never open or close the CD door

rapidly by hand - doing so will damage the

deck mechanism.

In an emergency situation (AC power

failure) where you have no option other

than to open or close the door by hand, do

so very slow and gently.

APPLY ONLY LIGHT PRESSURE - NEVER USE FORCE ON THE DOOR.

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.

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4.) Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to close the CD door.

The flashing dashes “– – – – – – ” appear in the display as the player reads the

Table Of Contents on each disc.

After reading the last disc the display will

show the total tracks and playing time of

DISC 1.

NOTE: It may take 15 to 20 seconds for the player to read the TOC of all 3

discs. 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.

5.) Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to

begin playback ALL DISC.

To playback only Disc 1, Disc 2 or Disc 3,

press the CD1, CD2 or CD3 buttons.

6.) When playback begins, adjust the VOLUME and EQ controls as desired.

7.) To skip to higher or lower numbered tracks press the or until the desired

track number appears in the display, then release the buttons. Playback will

begin on the desired track.

8.) To pause temporarily during CD playback press the PLAY/PAUSE button

again.

The sound stops and the elapsed time

flashes in the display, but the disc

continues spinning.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button once more to cancel Pause mode and

resume playback at the same point.

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9.) 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 time, press the STOP/BAND button.

10.) If you are finished listening, press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the CD

door, remove your discs from the player, re-close the door and press the

STANDBY (POWER) button to return the system to the Standby (Off) mode.

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Special Playback Modes

The CD player in this system allows you:

• To automatically repeat a single track, all tracks on a selected disc, or all tracks

on all discs;

• To play the tracks on a selected disc in random order, or to play all tracks on all

discs in random order;

• To program up to 20 tracks on all discs to play in any desired order.

Repeat Playback

The Repeat function can be activated during playback or while the player is stopped.

One Track Repeat

Select the disc and track to be repeated and begin playback.

Press the REPEAT button three times.

The “ 1” indicator appears in the display.

The selected track will be repeated

continuously.

One Disc Repeat

Select the disc to be repeated and begin playback.

Press the REPEAT button twice.

The “ 1 DISC” indicator appears in the

display. 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 REPEAT button once.

The “ ALL DISC” indicator appears in the

display. All tracks on all discs in the player

will be repeated continuously.

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To cancel Repeat playback mode press the REPEAT button until all Repeat

indicators disappear from the display.

Repeat mode can also be canceled by opening the CD door.

Random Playback

You can select random playback while the discs are playing or when the player is

stopped.

One Disc Random Playback

Select the disc and then press the RANDOM button twice.

The “RANDOM” and “1 DISC” indicators

appear in the display.

If necessary, press the PLAY/PAUSE

button to begin playback.

The player will randomly select a track from the disc and begin playback. Random

playback will continue until all tracks have played once, then the player stops.

All Discs Random Playback

Load up to 3 CDs in the player as usual and then press the RANDOM button once.

The “RANDOM” and “ALL DISC” indicators

appear in the display.

If necessary, press the PLAY/PAUSE

button to begin playback.

The player will randomly select a track from among the discs and begin playback.

Random playback will continue until all tracks on all discs have played once, then

the player stops.

To cancel random playback, press the RANDOM button until RANDOM indicator

disappears and normal playback will resume from that point.

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Programmed Playback

The Programmed Playback feature allows you to program a total of up to 20 tracks

from among all 3 discs 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 STOP/BAND button first to stop playback before beginning the

programming steps below.

1.) Load up to 3 discs in the player and wait until the player has read the Table of

Contents of all discs.

2.) Press the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ. button.

The MEMORY indicator and Program

Memory P- 01 will flash and the display

will show DISC 1, Track 00.

3.) Press one of the CD buttons to select

the disc that contains the first track to be

programmed. (Example: DISC 3).

Then press the or buttons to

select the first track on that disc to be

programmed. (Example: Track 7).

4.) Press the MEMORY/CLOCK ADJ.

button again to enter DISC 3 / Track 7 in

program memory. The program memory

number advance to “P- 02”.

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5.) Repeat steps 3 and 4 selecting the desired Disc number and Track number

each time until you have entered up to 20 tracks in the CD program memory.

NOTE: You may also select the track numbers directly with the 1-9 number

buttons on the remote control.

• For tracks 1 through 9, simply press the corresponding number button.

• For tracks 10 and higher first press the “+10” button and then the

corresponding button for the second digit.

• For track 12, press “+10” and then press “2”.

• For track 23 press “+10” twice, then press “3”.

6.) Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to begin programmed playback.

The MEMORY indicator stops flashing

and remains on. The player will play the

track that you programmed in the desired

sequence.

• After the last programmed track has

played the player stops, but the display

returns to the flashing “P-01”.

• To play the programmed sequence again, press the PLAY/PAUSE button.

• To cancel the programmed sequence from the memory press the STOP/

BAND button while the display is flashing.

• The Program sequence can also be cleared from the memory by opening the

CD door.

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Programmed Repeat Playback

You can use the Programmed and Repeat Playback functions together to

continuously repeat a programmed sequence.

First program up to 20 tracks as described on page 29, then press the REPEAT

button once to select Repeat All playback.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to begin

Programmed Repeat Playback.

The “MEMORY” and “ ALL” indicators

appear in the diaplay.

The programmed sequence will be repeated continuously.

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Special Functions

Timer Operation

This system includes a programmable Timer function. You can use the timer to

wake you up to the Radio or to your favorite CD.

NOTE: The timer can only be programmed while the system is in the Standby

(Power Off) mode.

1.) Press the SLEEP/TIMER button once, the display lighting turns ‘On’.

The TIMER indicator flashes and

“VOLUME 20”, “AM 12:00”, “TUNER”

appear in the display.

2.) While the TIMER indicator is still

flashing, press the SLEEP/TIMER

button once more, the Hour digits will

begin flashing in the display.

3.) Press the or button to set the

display to the desired turn on hour, AM

or PM.

4.) Press the SLEEP/TIMER button. The

Minute digits begin flashing.

5.) Press the or button to set the

display to the desired turn on minute.

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6.) Press the SLEEP/TIMER button. The TUNER indicator begins flashing.

Press the or button to switch between TUNER or CD mode.

7.) Press the SLEEP/TIMER button.

The VOLUME “20” digits begin flashing.

Press the or button to adjust the

turn ‘On’ volume level as desired.

8.) Press the SLEEP/TIMER button again

to return to correct time. The display

lighting goes ‘Off’ and the STANDY

indicator comes ‘On’.

The TIMER indicator remains ‘On’.

At the selected time the system will turn on automatically. It will continue to operate

until you press the STANDBY (POWER) 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 SLEEP/

TIMER button once.

The TIMER indicator disappears.

NOTES: After pressing the SLEEP/TIMER button to begin setting the Timer,

while the TIMER indicator is flashing, you must press the or buttons to

adjust the display or press the SLEEP/TIMER to skip to next step within 5

seconds, otherwise the digits stop flashing and the Timer cannot be adjusted.

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SLEEP Timer

This system includes a programmable Sleep Timer that allows you to fall asleep to

between 10 and 90 minutes of music and then shuts the power ‘Off’ automatically.

To operate the sleep timer:

1.) Turn the system ‘On’ and operate either the TUNER or CD function as usual.

2.) Press the SLEEP/TIMER button.

The display will show “90” indicating that

the sleep timer will shut the power off

after 90 minutes.

Continue pressing the SLEEP/TIMER button to reduce the amount of Sleep

Timer operation in 10-minute decrements: 90, 80, 70, 60, 50, 40, 30, 20, 10,

Sleep Timer ‘Off’.

3.) After a few seconds the Sleep Time

display disappears and the normal Tuner

or CD display returns.

The SLEEP indicator remains in the

display.

When the Sleep Timer counts down to “00”, the power shuts off automatically.

NOTES:

• You can shut the unit off manually before the Sleep Timer counts down to

“00” by pressing the STANDBY (POWER) button at any time.

• 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.

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Auxiliary Operation

To listen to an auxiliary audio source connected to the AUX IN jacks on the top

panel of this unit (refer to page 9).

Press the FUNCTION button on the front panel or AUX button on the remote control

to select the Aux function.

The AUX indicator appears in the display.

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.

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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 top panel.

The system will return to the Standby (power ‘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.

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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.

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Care Of The Cabinet

•If the cabinet becomes dusty wipe it with a soft dry dust cloth. Do not use any

wax or polish sprays on the cabinet.

•If the front panel becomes dirty or smudged with fingerprints it may be cleaned

with a soft cloth slightly dampened with a mild soap and water solution. Never

use abrasive cloths or polishes as these will mar the finish of your unit.

Caution

Never allow any water or other liquids to get inside the unit while cleaning.

TO FIND THE LOCATION AND PHONE

NUMBER OF YOUR NEAREST SERVICE

CENTER PERMITTED TO PERFORM

WARRANTY...

CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098

SERVICE

FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE WRITE TO:

Emerson Radio Corp.,

Consumer Affairs Dept.,

5101 Statesman Drive,

Irving, TX 75063.

FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE

PLEASE CALL:

1-800-898-9020

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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.,

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 an

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 of your unit is located on a label on the back cabinet.

Please take a moment to locate the Serial Number of your unit and write it in the

space provided below. You may be asked to provide this number when calling to

request customer service.

Model No: MS3108

Serial Number:

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