Palsonic Cassette Player PRC 241 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
PORTABLE RADIO CASSETTE  
RECORDER WITH CD PLAYER  
PRC-241  
PALSONIC CORPORATION PTY LTD  
1 JOYNTON AVENUE  
WATERLOO NSW 2017 AUSTRALIA  
TEL: (02) 9313 7111  
FAX: (02) 9313 7555  
PALSONIC CUSTOMER SERVICE  
TELEPHONE  
AUSTRALIA: 1300 657 888  
 
Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into  
the enclosure through openings.  
Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:  
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or  
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B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or  
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or  
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or  
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.  
Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating  
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.  
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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
CAUTION  
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
APPAREIL LASER DE CLASSE 1  
PRODUCT0 LASER DECLASE 1  
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION  
WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS  
DEFEATED  
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM  
This product contains a low Dower laser device.  
Follow the advice below for safe and appropriate operations  
ON PLACEMENT  
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Do not use the unit in places which are extremely hot, cold, dusty or humid.  
Place the unit on a flat and even surface.  
Do not restrict the air-flow of the unit by placing it in a place with poor ventilation by  
Covering it with a cloth or by placing it on a carpet.  
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ON PROTECTION AGAINST LASER ENERGY EXPOSURE  
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As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to  
disassemble the casing.  
Stop operation immediately if any liquid or solid object should fall into the cabinet.  
Do not touch the lens or poke at it. If you do, you may damage the lens and the player may not operate  
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properly.  
Do not put anything in the safety slot. If you do, the laser diode will be ON when the CD door is still  
open.  
If the unit is not to be used for a long period of time, make sure that all power sources are  
disconnected from the unit. Remove all batteries from the battery compartment, and unplug the  
AC-DC adaptor from the wall outlet. Make it a practice to remove the AC-DC adaptor by grasping the  
main body and not by pulling the cord.  
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This unit employs a laser. The use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than  
those specified here may result in exposure to hazardous radiation.  
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ON CONDENSATION  
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When left in a healed room where it is warm and damp, water droplets or condensation may form  
inside the unit.  
When there is condensation inside the unit, the unit may not function normally.  
Let it stands for 1 to 2 hours before turning the power on, or gradually heat the room up and dry the  
unit before use.  
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Should any trouble occurs, remove the power source and refer servicing to qualified personnel  
FUNCTION AND CONTROLS  
1. Function Selector  
2. Telescopic Antenna  
3. Folding Handle  
4. CD Door  
5. CD Door Open Button  
6. Band Selector  
7. Tuning Knob  
8. Cassette Record Button (REC)  
9. Cassette Play Button  
10. Cassette Rewind Button (REW)  
11. Cassette Fast Forward Button (F.FWD)  
12. Cassette Stop/Eject Button  
13. Cassette Pause Button  
14. Rotary Volume Knob  
15. Dynamic Speakers  
16. CD Skip/Search Backward Button  
17. CD Skip/Search Forward Button  
18. CD Repeat Button  
19. Dial Lens  
20. LED Track Display  
21. Program Button  
22. CD Stop Button  
23. CD Play/Pause Button  
24. Cassette Door  
25. CD Play/Pause Indicator  
26. CD Repeat 1/All Indicator  
27. CD Program Indicator  
28. FM Stereo Indicator  
29. Built-in Condenser Microphone  
30. Stereo Headphone Jack  
31. AC Power Socket  
32. Battery Door  
This CD Cassette Recorder operated on 8 x "D" size (UM-1) batteries or from line power supply.  
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POWER SOURCE  
A. BATTERY OPERATION  
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Remove the Battery Door (#32).  
Following the polarity diagram as shown on the Battery Door (#32) insert 8 x "D" size (UM-1)  
batteries (not included)  
IMPORTANT: Be sure that the batteries are installed correctly. Wrong polarity may damage the unit.  
3. For better performance and longer operating time, we recommend the use of alkaline-type  
batteries.  
4. Do not mix old and new batteries.  
5. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.  
6. If the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries. Old or leaking  
batteries can cause damage to the unit and may void the warranty.  
B. AC OPERATION  
When the AC power cord (included) is connected to the AC Power Socket (#31) at the back of the unit  
and the other end to a wall outlet with AC 230V 50Hz power supply, the unit will disconnect the  
batteries automatically, and operate on AC Power instead  
CD PLAYER OPERATION  
1. Set the Function Selector (#1) to the "CD" position and the LED Track Display (#20) will display "00"  
2. Open the CD Door (#4) Carefully place an audio CD with its label side upward in the CD compartment  
and close the CD Door (#4) by pressing on the CD Door where indicated (#5).  
3. The total number of tracks on the CD will appear in the LED Track Display after a few seconds.  
4. Press the CD Play Button (#23) The CD Play Indicator (#25) will light and the CD will start playing from  
the first track.  
5. Adjust the Volume Control (#14) to obtain the desired sound level from the Dynamic Speakers (#15).  
6. To suspend playing, press the CD Pause Button (#23) and the CD Pause Indicator (#25) will flash. To  
resume playing, press the Pause Button again.  
7. You can choose to play your favourite track directly by pressing either the Skip Forward Button (#17) or  
Skip Backward Button (#16). The LED Track Display (#20) will indicate the correct track number  
selected.  
8. To locate a particular passage within a track, keep the CD Search Forward Button (#17) or CD Search  
Backward Button (#16) depressed until it is found.  
9. To repeat a particular track, press the CD Repeat Button (#18) until the CD Repeat 1/All Indicator (#26)  
flashes.  
10. To repeat the entire CD, press the Repeat Button (#18) until the CD Repeat 1/All Indicator (#26) lights  
steadily.  
11. To stop playing, press the CD Stop Button (#22).  
12. When you wish to turn off the CD Player, set the Function Selector (#1) to the "TAPE" position.  
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CD PROGRAMMED PLAY  
This function allows the tracks to be played in a programmed sequence.  
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Press the Program Button (#21) once. The CD Program Indicator (#27) will flash and the LED Track  
Display (#20) will display "0" and blink.  
Press the CD Skip Forward Button (#17) or CD Skip Backward Button (#16) to select the song to be  
programmed.  
Press the Program Button (#21) again to store selection. The CD Program Indicator (#27) will flash and  
the LED Track Display (#20) will go to "0" and blink.  
Press the CD Skip Forward Button (#17) or CD Skip Backward Button (#16) to select the next song to  
be programmed and press the Program Button to store selection.  
You may repeat steps #1- #4 to program as many as 19 tracks. If you attempt to program more than 19  
tracks, the LED Track Display (#20) will display "--" instead.  
To check the programmed tracks, press Program Button (#21). The LED Track Display (#20) will  
display the track number. Press Program Button (#21) more times to check the following tracks.  
Press CD Play Button (#23) to start playing in the programmed sequence.  
To cancel programmed play, press the CD Stop Button (#22).  
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RADIO RECEPTION  
1. Set the Function Selector (#1) to "RADIO" position.  
2. Set the Band Selector (#6) to "AM" or "FM" for the desired radio band.  
3. Adjust the Tuning Knob (#7) to select the desired radio station.  
4. Adjust the Volume Control (#14) to obtain the desired sound level from the Dynamic Speakers (#15).  
5. When you wish to turn off the Radio, set the Function Selector (#1) to the "TAPE" position.  
TIPS FOR GOOD RADIO RECEPTION  
1. To insure maximum FM tuner sensitivity, the Telescopic Antenna (#2) should be fully extended and  
rotated to obtain the best possible reception. The FM Stereo Indicator (#28) will light steadily when a  
stereo program is being received.  
2. When tuning in AM reception, be sure to place the unit in a vertical position. To insure best AM  
sensitivity, try repositioning the unit until the best reception is obtained.  
CASSETTE RECORDER OPERATION  
1. Open the Cassette Door (#24) and insert a pre-recorded cassette tape with the exposed tape facing  
upwards. Close the Cassette Door (#24).  
2. Press the Cassette Play Button (#19) and adjust the Rotary Volume Control (#14) to obtain the desired  
sound level.  
3. Press Cassette Pause Button (#13) to suspend play. Press same button again to resume.  
4. Press the Cassette Fast Forward Button (#11) or the Cassette Rewind Button (#10) to rapidly advance  
or rewind the tape.  
5. Press the Cassette Record Button (#8) to record from either Radio, Dynamic Built-in Condenser (#29)  
or CD. Use Function Selector (#1) to choose your signal source accordingly.  
6. Press the Cassette Stop Button (#12) to stop operation.  
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AUTOMATIC STOP  
To protect your cassette tapes and prevent unnecessary wear to the pinch roller of the cassette mechanism,  
this unit is equipped with an Automatic Stop System. When the tape ends during play, the Cassette Play  
Button (#9) will automatically release to stop the cassette from running.  
CASSETTE TAPE OPERATING TIPS  
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High quality tapes are recommended to obtain maximum quality reproduction from recordings.  
Tapes with playing time of 120 minutes (C-120) are not recommended because they contain thinner and  
longer tape that has a greater chance to malfunction and jam, which may damage the cassette  
mechanism.  
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To obtain good reproduction, the head should be cleaned after every 10 to 20 hours of use. It is also  
recommended that the cassette be kept away from excessive heat or cold.  
If there is slack in the tape, remove the slack prior to inserting the cassette. To remove the slack, insert a  
pencil into the hub and rotate clockwise as shown below:  
Tape Supply Reel  
Tape Take-up Reel  
5. A leader tape is provided at the beginning on each cassette. There is no recording on this area, so it is  
necessary to let the tape run for about five seconds to clear the head.  
6. Keep the tape head clean since a dirty head can cause distorted sound or improper tape speed.  
Depress the Cassette Play Button and use a small cotton swab with tape head cleaner or alcohol to  
clean the tape head, capstan and pinch roller as shown below:  
Pinch Roller  
Capstan  
Playback Head  
USING HEADPHONE (NOT INCLUDED)  
Inserting the plug of your headphones into the Stereo Headphone Jack will enable you to listen to the CD,  
Radio or Cassette music in private. When using headphone, the Built-in Speakers will be disconnected.  
READ THIS IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR HEADPHONES  
1. Avoid extended play at very high volume as it may impair your hearing.  
2. If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or shut off your unit.  
3. Do not use while driving a motorised vehicle. This is dangerous and also illegal in some countries.  
4. Keep the volume at a reasonable level even if your headset is an open-air type designed to allow you  
to hear outside sounds. Please note excessively high volume may still block outside sounds.  
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE  
1. Clean your unit with a damp (never wet) cloth. Solvent or detergent should never be used.  
2. Avoid leaving your unit in direct sunlight or in hot, humid or dust places.  
3. Keep your unit away from heating appliances and sources of electrical noise such as fluorescent lamps  
or motors.  
4. If drop-outs or interruptions occur in the music during CD play, or if the CD fails to play at all, its bottom  
surface may require cleaning. Before playing, wipe the disc from the centre outwards, with a good soft  
cleaning cloth.  
SERVICE  
Please instructions refer to the on the enclosed warranty card for returning your unit for service. When  
returning the unit, please remove batteries to prevent damage to the unit in transit and/or from possible  
battery leakage. We are not responsible for batteries returned with the product or for the cost of  
replacement.  
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE  
ITEMS TO CHECK  
PROBLEMS  
Is the power cord unplugged or loose?  
Are batteries installed?  
No power supply.  
Are the batteries properly aligned?  
Is the cassette facing the wrong direction  
when you try to insert it?  
The cassette cannot be inserted.  
The tape does not run.  
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Is the PAUSE button on?  
The tape gets caught in the tape transport  
mechanism.  
Is the pinch-roller or capstan dirty?  
Is there excessive slack in the tape?  
Is there excessive slack in the tape?  
Tape running is unstable.  
Are the heads dirty?  
There is excessive noise, the sound quivers or  
there are breaks in the sound.  
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REC button cannot be pressed.  
Is the cassette dirty?  
Is the cassette erasure prevention tab broken off?  
Are the heads dirty?  
Recording cannot be done.  
The previous recording cannot be erased.  
CD play does not begin.  
Is the erasure head dirty?  
Is the CD upside down?  
Is the CD or lens excessively dirty?  
Is the disc holder closed properly?  
Is the function selector set to CD?  
Is the pause mode on?  
Is there condensation inside the unit?  
Is the lens or CD excessively dirty?  
Is the unit subject to excessive vibration?  
Are there any bad scratches on the CD?  
The CD produces no sound.  
The CD sound jumps.  
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  
GENERAL  
Power Source ................................................. 240V 50Hz  
Power Consumption ....................................... 18W  
Dimensions (WxDxH) ..................................... 298 x 230 x 165 mm  
Weight ............................................................ 2.8 kgs  
RADIO  
Frequency Range .......................................... AM 522 - 1620kHz  
FM 87.5 - 108MHz  
CASSETTE SECTION  
Tape Speed .................................................... 4.76CM/SEC  
Frequency Response ..................................... 125 - 6300Hz  
AUDIO  
Output Power ................................................. 2W + 2W  
Speaker .......................................................... 3.5" 4 Ohm  
COMPACT DISC SECTION  
Converter ....................................................... 1 bit D/A  
Optical Pickup ................................................ 3 - Beam Laser  
Frequency Response .................................... 125Hz - 20kHz  
ACCESSORY  
Battery ............................................................ Not Included  
Specification subjects to be changed without notice.  
IM-A535-DW-GB-02  
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PALSONIC CORPORATION PTY LTD  
1 JOYNTON AVENUE  
WATERLOO NSW 2017 AUSTRALIA  
TEL: (02) 9313 7111  
FAX: (02) 9313 7555  
PALSONIC CUSTOMER SERVICE  
TELEPHONE  
AUSTRALIA: 1300 657 888  
 

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