Audio star 5050ULTRA Portable CD/Cassette Player User Manual
Cautions and Warnings
- To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
- Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock.
- Use of any controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those herein specified, may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
- Changes or modifications made to this unit not expressly approved by HamiltonBuhl® will void the unit warranty.
- Do not place the unit on any soft, porous, or sensitive surfaces to avoid damaging the surface. Use a protective barrier between the unit and surface to protect the surface.
- Use of this unit near fluorescent lighting may cause interference to the remote. If the unit functions are erratic, move the unit away from any fluorescent lighting, as it may be the cause.
- If the battery is incorrectly inserted/replaced, there can be a danger of explosion. Replace batteries with only the same or equivalent type.
- Do not attempt to charge standard alkaline batteries in the unit. Use only rechargeable NiMH batteries.
- The remote control’s button cell battery contains mercury. Do not put the battery in the trash; recycle or dispose of as hazardous waste.
- Lithium batteries, like all rechargeable batteries, should be recycled or may be disposed of in normal household waste. Contact your local government for disposal or recycling practices in your area. Never incinerate lithium batteries, as they may explode.
- Shock hazard: Do not open. Mains plug is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily operable during intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the mains plug should be disconnected from the mains.
- Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (Ni-Cad, Ni-Mh, etc.) batteries.
Important Safety Instructions
Read these Instructions and retain for your records.
- Heed all warnings and follow all instructions.
- Do not use this unit near water.
- Clean only with a dry cloth.
- Do not block any ventilation openings. Utilize in accordance with the instructions.
- Do not install near any heat source such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
- Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized/grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades – one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades plus a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
- Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
- Only use attachments/accessories that are specified by manufacturer.
- Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by/sold by the manufacturer. Use caution when moving with a cart to avoid injury from tip-over.
- Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required if the unit has been damaged, 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.
FCC Warnings
NOTE: 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.
Additional Warnings
- Do not expose this unit to dripping or splashing liquids and do not place it on items filled with liquid, such as vases.
- Mains plug is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily operable during intended use. In order to
disconnect the unit from the mains completely, the mains plug should be disconnected form the mains socket outlet completely. - Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, heaters, etc.
This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user-accessible parts.
Connecting the Power
AC Power Operation
Before connecting the unit to an AC outlet, check that the operating voltage of the unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supply.
Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC socket at the back of unit. When the AC power cord is plugged in, the batteries are automatically disconnected.
Battery Operation
This unit cannot be operated by battery when the AC power cord is connected. Open the battery cover and put the batteries as indicated inside the battery compartment.
Battery Precautions
When using batteries in this device:
- Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
- Follow correct polarity when installing batteries as indicated in the battery compartment.
- Do not mix different types of batteries (e.g. Alkaline or Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with new ones.
- If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.
- Do not try to recharge batteries that are not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture (Follow battery manufacturer’s directions).
Precautions When Using Batteries
- CAUTION: There is a danger of explosion if battery is not inserted correctly. Replace only with the same or equivalent battery type.
- Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. alkaline, rechargeable and standard (carbon zinc) or old batteries with new ones.)
- Exhausted batteries must be removed to prevent possible leakage.
- Dispose batteries properly in accordance with environmental regulations in your region.
Control Diagrams
Specifications
General
- Power supply: AC 120V/60Hz
- DC 9V (Uses 6 “UM-1” size batteries)
- Output Power: 1.0 watts x 2 (RMS)
- Speaker: 90mm Cone-Type
- AUX/MP3 in: 3.5mm Jack
- Dimensions: 9.45” x 8.27” x 5.12” (L x D x H)
- Weight: 5.28 lbs.
- Operating Temperature: +41ºF – +95ºF
- Frequency: AM: 530 – 1710 KHz
- FM: 88 – 108 MHz
- Antenna: AM: Built-in Ferrite Bar
FM: Antenna Rod
CD
- Optical Pick-Up Lens: 3-beam semiconductor laser
Troubleshooting
Function | Possible Cause | Possible Cause | Solution |
CD Playback | “NO” appears in CD playback mode | CD is inserted upside down | Insert CD in correctly with CD graphic face up |
CD is damaged, scratched or dirty | Wipe CD with microfiber cloth or use another disc | ||
Incompatible CD format | Supports Audio CD, CD- R, CD-RW, and MP3 CD | ||
Slide function is not set | Slide the function switch to CD/MP3/USB/AUX | ||
CD Playback intermittent or skipping | CD is damaged, scratched, dirty or CD lens is dirty | Wipe CD with microfiber cloth or use another disc. Use a CD lens cleaning disc to clean lens | |
USB Recording | “NOF” appears in USB Recording Mode | USB Stick is not FAT/ FAT32 format | Contact manufacturer of USB stick to learn how to format USB stick into correct format. Change USB Stick. |
USB Playback | “NOF” appears in USB Recording Mode | USB Stick is defective | Contact manufacturer of USB stick to replace or replace USB stick |
Invalid file format | USB playback supports MP3 format only. No other formats are supported. | ||
No Sound | Media player via AUX IN is still connected | Disconnect Aux In cable | |
AM/FM Radio | Noise or sound distorted | Station not tuned properly | Carefully adjust tuner to the desired radio station |
Telescopic antenna is not fully extended | Fully extend the FM telescopic antenna | ||
Cassette Playback/ Recording | Poor Sound Quality | Dust or dirt in cassette tape | Use a cassette tape cleaner to clean cassette |
Dust or dirt in the cassette player head, capstan, or pinch roller | Contact an authorized repair service to clean mechanisms | ||
Aux In Playback/ Recording | No Sound | Faulty Aux In Cable or not inserted properly | Replace Aux in Cable or make sure the Aux In cable is inserted properly into the aux in jack |
All Functions | No Sound | Volume Dial is low | Twist the volume to the right to the desired sound level |