HOME AUDIO SYSTEM with DUAL CD CHANGER and DIGITAL AM/FM RECEIVER OWNER'S MANUAL ES1065 Visit our web site at www.emersonradio.com ES1065_021705.
CAUT I ON 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.
Before We Begin Thank you for purchasing this Emerson audio product. The Emerson brand is your assurance of quality, performance and value. Our engineers have included many useful and convenient features in this product. Please be sure to read this owner’s manual completely to make sure you are getting the maximum benefit from each feature. This product was manufactured using the highest quality components and standards of workmanship.
IMPORTANT NOTES • 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. • Operate controls and switches as described in the manual. • Before turning ‘On’ the power, make certain that power cord is properly installed.
PREPARATION FOR USE Unpacking and Set Up • This carton contains the main unit, two speakers, removable pedestal stands for main unit and speakers, 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.
Attaching The Main Unit Pedestal Stand 1.) Place the main unit pedestal stand on a flat surface as shown. 2.) Hold the main unit on top of the pedestal base and insert the main unit all the way down in the direction of the ‘arrows’into the pedestal until the locking tabs ‘click’and the main unit is locked in place. If you ever need to remove the main unit from the pedestal: 1.) Depress the two pedestal locking tabs to release the pedestal. 2 1 1 2.
Attaching The Speaker Pedestal Stand 1.) Place the pedestal stand on a flat surface as shown. 2.) Hold the speaker box on top of the pedestal base and insert the speaker all the way down in the direction of the ‘arrows’into the pedestal until the locking tab ‘clicks’and the speaker is locked in place. If you ever need to remove the speaker box from the pedestal: 1.) Depress the pedestal locking tab to release the pedestal. 2 2.
Remote Control Battery The remote control requires one “button-type” 3-volt lithium battery, included. To extend the life of the original battery we have inserted a small clear plastic spacer tab between the lithium battery and the battery terminal. You must remove this battery spacer tab before you can use the remote control. To remove the tab, pull it in the direction of the arrow in the illustration as shown.
Connecting The Speakers Note: Always connect the speakers before switching the power ‘On’, and never operate the system without the speakers properly connected. The speaker cables and the speaker terminals are color-coded. • Connect the Red wires to the Red (+) terminals. • Connect the Black wires to the Black (–) terminals. • Connect the Right speaker to the (R) terminals, and the Left speaker to the (L) terminals. If the wires are connected incorrectly the sound will be “muddy” or distorted.
Active Subwoofer Output Jack This system includes an output jack for the connection of an optional active/powered subwoofer. The subwoofer must have its own power supply and AC power cord. You cannot use a passive/un-powered subwoofer. Connect your active subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER output jack on the back panel of this system. Connect the subwoofers AC power cord to your AC outlet, set the subwoofer power switch ‘On’and adjust the subwoofers level control to the desired setting.
Auxiliary Input Jacks This system includes AUX 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, MD player, or a personal hard-disc audio jukebox device such as an iPod® .
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.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Front Panel 11 12 13 14 15 10 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 9 8 6 4 7 5 23 24 3 2 1 1.) Pedestal Stand. 15.) CD Door. 2.) PHONES Jack. 16.) CD Door OPEN/CLOSE 3.) TIMER Button. 17.) TUNER/BAND Button. 4.) SLEEP Button. 18.) AUX Button. 5.) MEMO./PROGRAM Button. 19.) CD 1 Play Button. 6.) MEMO +. Button. 20.) CD 2 Play Button. 7.) MODE Button. 21.) PLAY/PAUSE 8.) EQ Button. 22.) STOP 9.) VOLUME + / – Buttons. 23.) SKIP/SEARCH Button. (TUNING ) 24.
Back Panel 27 27 28 29 26 25 30 31 25.) AC Power Cord. 26.) RESET Button (Inside Pin Hole). 27.) Wall mounting Holes. 28.) AUX R/L Jacks. 29.) FM Lead Wire Antenna. 30.) SUBWOOFER Out Jack. 31.) SPEAKERS R/L Terminals. 13 ES1065_021705.
Remote Control 1.) INTRO Button. 11 2.) EQ Button. 12 3.) Numeric Buttons. 4.) VOL – Button. 10 13 9 14 8.) REPEAT Button. 8 7 6 15 16 9.) TUNER/BAND Button. 5 17 5.) TUNING Skip/Search Rev Button. 6.) VOL + Button. 7.) Stop Button. 4 10.) MUTE Button. 11.) IR (Infrared) Transmitter. 12.) CD Button. 13.) Standy On/Off 18 3 19 Button. 20 14.) AUX Button. 21 2 15.) CD 1, CD 2 Buttons. 16.) PRESET Button. 1 17.) TUNING Skip/Search Fwd 22 Button. 18.) ST/MONO Button. 23 19.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Make sure that you have fully extended the FM antenna wire. • Make sure that you have removed the battery spacer from the remote control handset. • Make sure that 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 2 CD players.
Volume Controls To increase or decrease the system volume press the VOLUME – or VOLUME + 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 “60” 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.
MUTE Button (Remote Control Only) Press the MUTE button on the front panel or the remote control to shut off the speakers temporarily, for example, to answer the telephone. The sound stops and the MUTE indicator appears in the display. Press the MUTE button again to cancel the mute function and restore the sound. The MUTE indicator disappears. The mute function will also be canceled automatically by pressing the VOLUME – or VOLUME + buttons.
Setting The Clock When the system is connected to an AC outlet the time display will show a flashing “12:00 AM” and the “CLOCK” indicator appears. 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. Set the clock as follows: 1.) Press the MEMO. (MEMORY) button once.
Notes: • After pressing the MEMO. (MEMORY) 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 MEMO. (MEMORY) 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 (Off) or AUX mode.
Listening To The Radio 1.) Press the STANDBY button to turn the system ‘On’. The display lighting comes on and the display shows “HELLO”. 2.) Press the TUNER/BAND button to select the Tuner function. An AM or FM frequency will appear on the display. Press the TUNER/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.
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. 21 ES1065_021705.
Presetting Stations In The Tuner Memory You can store up to 32 of your favorite stations (16 FM, 16 AM) in the tuner memory for easy recall at any time. Using either the manual or automatic tuning method described above, tune to the first station you wish to memorize (Example: FM 103.5) and then: 1.) Press the MEMO. (MEMORY) button. The display shows preset memory “01” and the MEMORY indicator flashes. 2.) Press the MEMO. (MEMORY) button again to enter your station in preset memory “01”.
Recalling Preset Stations 1.) Turn the system ‘On’, press the TUNER/BAND button to select the Tuner function and the desired band. 2.) Press the MEMO. + (PRESET) 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.
Playing Compact Discs IMPORTANT: This CD player can play normal CDs plus CD-R and CD-RW 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.
4.) Press the OPEN/CLOSE the CD door. button to close The display will show “TOC READ” as the player reads the Table Of Contents on each disc. As it reads each disc the display will briefly show the total tracks and playing time on each disc. After reading the last disc the display will again 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 2 discs. The reading time may be even longer if you are using CD-RW (ReWritable) discs.
Pause Control To pause temporarily during CD playback press the button again. The sound stops and the Pause indicator flashes in the display, but the disc continues spinning. Press the button once more to cancel Pause mode and resume playback at the same point. The Pause indicator disappears. Skip Track and High Speed Music Search • During playback, repeatedly press the or buttons to skip to higher or lower numbered tracks. Playback will begin on the selected track.
REPEAT Playback (On Remote Control Only) The Repeat function in this system allows you to continuously repeat a single track, a single disc, or all discs in the player. The Repeat function can be activated during playback or while the player is stopped. Note: There is no REPEAT button on the front panel of the main unit. One Track Repeat Select the track to be repeated and begin playback. Press the REPEAT button once.
RANDOM Playback (On Remote Control Only) The Random Playback feature allows you to play all the tracks of one or both discs in random order. After playing all the tracks on Disc 1 in random order, the player skips to Disc 2 and plays all the tracks on Disc 2 in random order. You can select random playback while the discs are playing or when the player is stopped. Note: There is no RANDOM button on the front panel of the main unit.
Programmed Playback The Programmed Playback feature allows you to program a total of up to 40 tracks from both 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 button first to stop playback before beginning the programming steps below. 1.
• 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 button to begin programmed playback. The MEMORY indicator stops flashing and remains ‘On’. The player will play all the tracks that you programmed in the desired order.
Special Functions Timer Operation This system includes a programmable ON/OFF timer function. You can use the timer to wake you up to the radio or to your favorite CD. The timer can be programmed while the system is in the Standby (Power Off) mode, the Aux mode, the Tuner mode or the CD mode. To Set The ‘ON’ Time 1.) Press the MODE button until the “TIMER ON” indicator is flashing in the display. 2.) Press the MEMO. (MEMORY) button. The Hour digits begin flashing. 3.
To Set The ‘OFF’ Time 7.) Press the MODE button until the “TIMER OFF” indicator is flashing in the display. 8.) Press the MEMO. (MEMORY) button. The Hour digits begin flashing. 9.) Press the or button to set the display to the desired turn ‘Off’hour, AM or PM. 10.)Press the MEMO. (MEMORY) button. The Minute digits begin flashing. 11.) Press the or button to set the display to the desired turn ‘Off’minute. 12.)Press MEMO. (MEMORY) button once again to confirm.
SLEEP Timer (On Front Panel Only) This system includes a programmable Sleep Timer that allows you to fall asleep to between 10 and 120 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.) Adjust the VOLUME control to the desired level. Remember that the level you select for the sleep to music function is the same level you will hear when the timer turns the system on in the morning. 3.
MODE Button Normally the display shows the correct time in the Standby (Power Off) mode, the radio frequency in the TUNER mode, and the CD track and time information in the CD mode. You can press the MODE button repeatedly to show the following information on the display: STANDBY (Power Off) & AUX Modes: Correct Time TIMER ON Time TIMER OFF Time Correct Time. TUNER Mode: Radio Frequency Correct Time TIMER ON Time TIMER OFF Time ime Radio Frequency.
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.
WALL MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: The pedestal bases must be removed from the main unit and the speakers before wall mounting. Please refer to pages 5 and 6 in this manual for instructions on removing the pedestals. If you decide to wall mount your ES1065 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.
• 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. AC Power Cord Correct Figure 2.
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. 3.) Make sure that the template is level. 4.
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. Anchor 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. 1/8" Gap 39 ES1065_021705.
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. Screw Head 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.
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.
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.
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