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PORTABLE CD PLAYER
MPC500
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If you have any problems, do not attempt
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MPC501
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English CONTROLS/POWER SUPPLY
1 2;.......................switches the player on, starts or pauses CD play
2 3 /4..................MP3-CD only: skips forward/backward albums.
3 ∞ /§................skips and searches tracks backward/forward.
4 FM......................switches the radio on.
5 9.........................stops CD play, clears a program or switches the player off
6 DBB....................switches the bass enhancement on and off.
7 ESP.....................selects between the battery powersave mode and
Electronic Skip Protection (ESP). ESP prevents
playback interruptions caused by shocks.
8 ............................display
9 PROG.................programs tracks.
0 MODE................selects the different playing possibilities.
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VOL
+
.............adjusts the volume
@ p / LINEOUT....3.5 mm headphone jack and LINE OUT jack to connect the
player to another audio input of an additional appliance.
# OPEN 2.............opens the CD lid
$ 4.5V DC..............jack for external power supply
% ............................type plate
^ OFF.....................switches HOLD off
RESUME............stores the last position of a CD track played
HOLD..................locks all buttons
POWER SUPPLY / GENERAL INFORMATION
Use only a 4.5 V adapter (450 mA direct current, positive pole to the center pin).
Any other kind of adapter may damage the player.
1 Make sure the local voltage corresponds to the power
adapter’s voltage.
2 Connect the power adapter to the 4.5V DC jack of the
player and to the wall outlet.
Note: Always disconnect the adapter when you are not
using it.
Environmental information
• All redundant packing material has been omitted. We have done our utmost to
make the packaging easily separable into two materials: cardboard (box) and
polyethylene (bags, protective foam sheet).
• Your set consists of materials which can be recycled if disassembled by a
specialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the
disposal of packing materials, dead batteries and old equipment.
GENERAL INFORMATION / CD PLAY
Only use a 4.5 V DC car voltage converter (positive pole to the center pin) and
cassette car adapter. Any other converter may damage the set.
1 Put the set on a horizontal, vibration-free and stable surface.
Make sure it is in a safe place, where the set is
neither a danger nor an obstacle to the driver
and the passengers.
2 Plug the voltage converter into the
cigarette lighter jack (only for 12 V car
battery, negative grounding), then connect
the wired end with 4.5V DC input jack on the
set.
3 If necessary, clean the cigarette lighter jack to
obtain a good electrical contact.
4 Turn down the volume and connect the cassette
adapter plug to p/LINE OUT on the set.
5 Carefully insert the cassette adapter into the car radio’s cassette compartment.
6 Make sure the cord does not hinder your driving.
7 Decrease the volume on the set, if necessary. Start playback on the set and
adjust the sound with the car radio controls.
• Always remove the voltage converter from the cigarette lighter jack-
when the set is not in use.
Note: If your car radio has a LINE IN jack, it is better to use it for the
car radio connection instead of the cassette.adapter. Connect the signal
lead to this LINE IN jack and to p/LINE OUT on the set.
CD PLAY / FEATURES
• When playing a CD-Rewritable(CD-RW), please note that it takes 3-15
seconds for sound reproduction to start.
• Playback will stop if you open the CD lid.
• While the CD is read, Cd rEAd in the display.
Volume and bass
Volume adjustment
• Adjust the volume by using
-
VOL
+
.
Bass adjustment
• Press DBB to switch the bass enhancement on or
off
yDBB appears if the bass enhancement is
activated.
Selecting on MP3-CDs
Selecting an album
• Briefly press 3 or 4 to skip to the previous or subsequent album.
yThe first track of the selected album is played.
• Keep 3 or 4 pressed to find a particular album in a
backward or forward direction. Release the button
when you reach the desired album.
FEATURES
You can store up to 64 tracks to play in a program.
A single track may be stored more than once in the
program.
For MP3-CD:
1 While playback is stopped, press PROG.
y00 PROGlights up
2 Select an album with ∞ or §.
3 Press PROG to store the album.
y001 flashes for you to program a track within
the album.
4 Select a track with ∞ or §.
5 Press PROG to store the track.
6 Select and store all desired tracks in this way.
7 Press 2; to start playback of your selected tracks.
yPROG is shown and playback starts.
Notes: – If you try to store more than 64 tracks, FULL is displayed.
For audio CD: Repeat steps 1, 4, 5, 6.
Clearing the program
• While playback is stopped, press 9 to clear program.
yCLris displayed once, PROG goes off, and the program is cleared.
Note: The program will also be cleared if the power supply is
interrupted, or if the CD-player lid is opened, or if the
set switches off automatically.
FEATURES
ESP
With a conventional portable CD-player you might have experienced that the
music stopped e.g. when you were jogging. The Electronic Skip Protection
prevents loss of sound caused by light vibrations and shocks. Continuous playback
is ensured. However ESP does not prevent playback interruptions during vigorous
running. It also does not protect the unit against any damage caused by dropping!
In this set ESP is default ON. It is possible to set ESP off.
• Press ESP.
y ESP disappears.
• Press ESP.
y ESP is displayed.
ESP on
➟ ESP off ➟ ESP on
– For an MP3 CD,
ESP is by default always activated.
RESUME
You can interrupt playback and continue (even after an extended period of time)
from the position where playback stopped (RESUME) and you can lock all buttons
of the set so that no action will be executed (HOLD). Use the OFF–RESUME–HOLD
slider for these functions.
RESUME – continuing from where you have stopped
1 Switch the slider to RESUME during playback to activate RESUME.
yRESUME is shown.
2 Press 9 whenever you want to stop playback.
3 Press 2; whenever you want to resume playback.
yRESUME is shown and playback continues from where you have
stopped.
• To deactivate RESUME, switch the slider to OFF.
y RESUME goes off.
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself as
this will invalidate the warranty. If a fault occurs, first check the points listed,
before taking the unit for repair. If you are unable to solve a problem by following
these hints, consult your dealer or service center.
The CD player has no power, or playback does not start
• Check that your batteries are not dead or empty, that they are inserted
correctly, that the contact pins are clean.
• Your adapter connection may be loose. Connect it securely.
• For in-car use, check that the car ignition is on. Also check player’s batteries.
• Check that the CD is clean and correctly inserted (label-side upward).
• If your lens has steamed up, wait a few minutes for this to clear.
• Make sure the CD is not encoded with Copyright protection technologies,
as some do not conform to the Compact Disc standard.
• CD-RW (CD-R) was not recorded properly. Use FINALIZE on your CD-recorder.
The indication
HOLD is on and/or there is no reaction to controls
• If HOLD is activated, then deactivate it.
• Electrostatic discharge. Disconnect power or remove batteries for a few seconds.
The CD skips tracks
• The CD is damaged or dirty. Replace or clean the CD.
• RESUME, SHUFFLE or PROGRAMis active. Switch off whichever is on.
No sound or bad sound quality.
• PAUSE might be active. Press 2;.
• Loose, wrong or dirty connections. Check and clean connections.
• Volume might not be appropriately adjusted. Adjust the volume.
• Strong magnetic fields. Check player’s position and connections. Also keep
away from active mobile phones.
• For in-car use, check that the cassette adapter is inserted correctly, that the car
cassette player’s playback direction is correct (press autoreverse to change),
and that the cigarette lighter jack is clean. Allow time for temperature change.
It is possible to play tracks in random order, to repeat a single track or the entire
CD, and to play the first few seconds of each track.
1 Press MODE during playback as often as required in
order to activate one of the following ‘modes’. The
active mode is shown in the display.
– : The current track plays repeatedly.
– : All tracks of the disc/program play
repeatedly.
– : (for MP3 CDs only): All tracks of the
current album play repeatedly.
– : Each track in the disc plays
10 seconds in sequence.
– (for MP3 CDs only): Each track
in the current album plays 10
seconds in sequence.
– : All tracks of the disc play in random order once.
– : shuffle repeat.
– (for MP3 CDs only): All tracks of the current album
play in random order once.
• To return to normal playback, press MODE repeatedly until the
display shows no active modes.
SHUFFLE ALBUM
SHUFFLE
SHUFFLE ALL
SCAN ALBUM
SCAN ALL
ALBUM
Selecting a track during playback
• Briefly press ∞ or § once or several times to skip
to the current, previous or next track.
yPlayback continues with the selected track,
and the track’s number is displayed.
Selecting a track when playback is stopped
1 Briefly press ∞ or § once or several times to select
the desired track. The track number is displayed.
2 Press 2; to start CDplay.
yPlayback starts with the selected track.
Searching for a passage during playback
1 Keep ∞ or § pressed to find a particular passage in
a backward or forward direction.
ySearching starts while playback continues at low
volume. After 2 seconds the search speeds up.
2 Release the button when you reach the desired passage.
yPlayback continues from this position.
Notes: – If the player is in SCAN mode (see MODE chapter), searching is not
possible.
– In shuffle or shuffle repeat all (see MODE chapter), or while playing a
program, searching is only possible within the particular track.
This CD-player can play all kinds of Audio Discs such
as CD-Recordables and CD-Rewritables. Do not try to play a CD-ROM,
CDi, VCD, DVD or computer CD.
Important: CDs encoded with copyright protection technologies by some record
companies may be unplayable by this product.
1 Push the OPEN 2 slider to open the player.
2 Insert an audio CD, printed side up, by pressing the
CD onto the hub.
3 Close the player by pressing the lid down.
4 Press 2; to switch the player on and start playback.
yThe current track number and elapsed playing
time are displayed.
• You can pause playback by pressing 2; .
yThe time at which playback was paused starts
flashing.
• You can continue playback by pressing 2; again.
5 Press 9 to stop playback.
yThe total number of tracks and the total playing
time of the CD are displayed.
6 Press 9 again to switch the player off.
• To remove the CD, hold it by its edge and press the
hub gently while lifting the CD.
Note: If there is no activity, the set will automatically switch off after a while to
save energy.
• Do not touch the lens A of the CD player.
• Do not expose the unit, batteries or CDs to humidity, rain, sand or excessive
heat (caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight).
• You can clean the CD player with a soft, slightly
dampened, lint-free cloth. Do not use any cleaning
agents as they may have a corrosive effect.
• To clean the CD, wipe it in a straight line from the
center toward the edge using a soft, lint-free cloth. A
cleaning agent may damage the disc! Never write on
a CD or attach a sticker to it.
• The lens may cloud over when the unit is moved sud-
denly from cold to warm surroundings. Playing a CD is
not possible then. Leave the CD player in a warm environment until the mois-
ture has evaporated.
• Active mobile phones in the vicinity of the CD player may cause malfunctions.
• Avoid dropping the unit as this may cause damage.
Headphones
• Connect the supplied headphones to the p/LINEOUT
jack of the player.
Note: p/LINE OUT can also be used for
connecting this set to your HiFi system.To adjust the
sound and volume, use the controls on the connected
audio equipment and on the CD player.
IMPORTANT!
Hearing safety: Do not play your headphones at a high volume. Hearing experts advise
that continuous use at high volume can permanently damage your hearing.
Traffic safety: Do not use headphones while driving a vehicle. It may create a hazard
and it is illegal in many countries. Even if your headphones are an open-air type
designed to let you hear outside sounds, do not turn up the volume so high that you
cannot hear what is going on around you.
Batteries (supplied or optionally available)
You can use the following batteries with this CD-player:
• normal batteries type LR6, UM3 or AA (preferably Philips), or
• alkaline batteries type LR6, UM3 or AA (preferably Philips).
Notes:–
Old and new or different types of batteries should not be combined.
– Remove batteries if they are empty or if the player is not going to
be used for a long time.
Inserting batteries
1 Push OPEN 2 to open the CD lid.
2 Open the battery compartment and insert either 2
normal or alkaline batteries.
Battery indication
The approximate power level of your batteries is shown in the display.
Battery full
Battery low. The symbol flashes.
Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed
of properly.
BATT
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4,5 V DC
12 V DC
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CD player and CD handling Playing a CD Selecting a track and searching Selecting different playing possibilities−MODE Troubleshooting
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ONTROLS ( see figure
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In-car use (connections supplied or optionally available) Playback information Programming track numbers
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
The type plate is located on the bottom of the set.
The production number is located inside the battery compartment.
Radio Play
You can tune to any FM station automatically
or manually.
1 Press FM to switch the radio on.
Tuning to radio stations automatically
1 Keep 3 or 4 pressed for at least 1 second.
yThe radio tunes to a station with sufficient
strength and radio play starts. The current
waveband and frequency are displayed.
2 Repeat searching until you find the desired radio
station.
Tuning to radio stations manually
1 Keep ∞ or § pressed.
2 Release ∞ or §, then briefly press ∞ or § again
when you are close to the desired frequency.
3 Briefly press ∞ or § repeatedly until you reach the
desired frequency.
yRadio play starts. The current waveband and
frequency are displayed.
• To switch from radio play to CD play, press 2; .
• Press 9 to switch the radio off.
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ALBUM
SEARCH
ALBUM
FM
FEATURES / TROUBLESHOOTING
HOLD
HOLD – locking all buttons
You can lock the buttons of the set by switching the slider to HOLD. Now, when a
key is pressed, no action will be executed. This is of use, for example, when
transporting the player in a bag. With HOLD activated, you can avoid accidental
activation of other functions.
1 Switch the slider to HOLD to activate HOLD.
2 To deactivate HOLD, switch the slider to OFF.
Antennas
The headphone wire is used as an FM antenna.
If necessary, move it for optimum reception.
Storing radio stations
You can store up to 30 radio stations (1-30).
1 Tune to a desired radio station and press
PROG.
2 Press 3 or 4 repeatedly if necessary to select the
number that should be assigned to this radio station.
3 Press PROG while
PROG is blinking to
confirm the storage.
yThe waveband, the frequency and the preset
number of the stored station are displayed.
4 Store all desired stations this way.
Tuning to a stored radio station
1 Press FM to switch the radio ON.
2 Press 3 or 4 once or more to find your preset station.
y Radio play starts. The waveband, the frequency and the
preset number of the stored station are displayed.
ABOUT MP3
The music compression technology MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) significantly
reduce the digital data of an audio CD while maintaining CD quality sound.
• Getting MP3 files: you can either download legal music files from the inter-
net to your computer hard disc, or create such files by converting audio CD
files in your computer through appropriate encoder software. (128kbps bit rate
or higher is recommended for MP3 files.)
• Creating a MP3 CD: burn the music files from your computer hard disc on a
CDR or CDRW using your CD burner.
Helpful Hints:
– Make sure that the file names of the MP3 files end with .mp3 .
– Total number of music files and albums: around 350 (with a typical file name
length of 20 characters)
– The length of file names affects the number of tracks for playback. With shorter
file names, more files can be burned on a disc.
All trademarks used are owned by their respective owners.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampli-
fiers) that produce heat.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
10.
Use only with a 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.
11.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as if the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, or when the appa-
ratus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate nor-
mally, or has been dropped.
12. Battery usage
CAUTION – To prevent battery leakage which
may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit:
• Install ALL batteries correctly, + and - as marked on the unit.
• Do not mix batteries (OLD and NEW or CARBON and ALKALINE,
etc.).
• Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.
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Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
14 Do not place any sources of danger on the apparatus.
(e.g. liquid filled objects, lighted candles).
15 This product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal of these material
may be regulated due to environment considerations. For disposal or
recycling information, please contact your local authorities or
the Electronic Industries Alliance : www.eiae.org.
EL 6475-E005: 04/01
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Customer Use
below the Serial No.which is
on the rear of the cabinet.Retain
ormation for future reference.
No. _____________________
No. ______________________
or
Enter
located
this inf
Model
Serial
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• So complete and return the Warranty
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purchase at once,and take advantage
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Registering your product
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your right to maximum
protection under the
terms and conditions of
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Owner
Confirmation
Your completed
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Card serves as verifica-
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event of product theft
or loss.
Model
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and special offers which
you qualify for as the
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This “bolt of lightning”
indicates uninsulated material
within your unit may cause an
electrical shock.For the safety of
everyone in your household,please
do not remove product covering.
The “exclamation point” calls
attention to features for which
you should read the enclosed litera-
ture closely to prevent operating and
maintenance problems.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE
OR SHOCK HAZARD,DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: To prevent electric
shock,match wide blade of plug to
wide slot,and fully insert.
For Customer Use
Enter below the Serial No.which is
located on the rear of the cabinet.Retain
this information for future reference.
Model No. _____________________
Serial No. ______________________
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
MAC5097
MAGNAVOX LIMITED WARRANTY
MAGNAVOX warrants this product against defect in material or workmanship, subject
to any conditions set forth as follows:
PROOF OF PURCHASE:
You must have proof of the date of purchase to exchange the product. A sales receipt or
other document showing the product and the date that you purchased the product as
well as the authorized retailer included, is considered such proof.
COVERAGE:
Warranty coverage begins the day you buy the product. For a period of ninety (90) days
from the date of purchase, if the product is determined to be defective, Magnavox will
exchange the defective product with a new or renewed product, at its option, at no charge.
The replacement product is covered only for the warranty period of the original product.
When the warranty on the original product expires, the warranty on all replaced products
also expires. When it is necessary for you to ship the product to Magnavox for exchange,
you will pay the shipping cost for shipment to Magnavox. Magnavox will pay the shipping
costs when returning a product to you.
Note: The exchange model supplied will be the most comparable one in Magnavox current
inventory. Shipping of your product to Magnavox implies intent to follow the specified
requirements of the warranty and exchange program. Product received by Magnavox
cannot be returned. Replacement product can only be sent if all warranty requirements
are met. Failure to follow all requirements can result in delay of exchange process.
EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY COVERAGE
Your warranty does not cover:
• Shipping charges to return defective product.
• Labor charges for installation or setup of the product, adjustment of customer controls
on the product, and installation or repair of antenna systems outside of the product.
• Product repair and/or part replacement because of improper installation, connections to
improper voltage supply, abuse, neglect, misuse, accident, unauthorized repair or other
cause not within the control of Magnavox.
• A product that requires modification or adaptation to enable it to operate in any
country other than the country for which it was designed, manufactured, approved
and/or authorized, or repair of products damaged by these modifications.
• Damage occurring to product during shipping when improperly packaged or cost
associated with packaging.
• Product lost in shipment and no signature verification of receipt can be provided.
• A product used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited to
rental purposes).
• Product sold AS IS or RENEWED.
Ninety (90) Days Free Product Exchange
WHERE WARRANTY EXCHANGE IS AVAILBLE:
Exchange is available in all countries where Magnavox officially distributes the product. In
countries where Magnavox does not distribute the product, the local Magnavox
organization will attempt to exchange the product, although there may be a delay if the
appropriate product is not readily available or special customs processes are implied.
FOR EXCHANGE IN THE U.S.A., PUERTO RICO, OR U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS..
Contact Magnavox Customer Care Center at:
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FOR THE CONSUMER. MAGNAVOX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
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APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO
THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
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damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In addition, if you enter into a service
contract agreement with the MAGNAVOX partnership within ninety (90) days of the date
of sale, the limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts does not apply.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from
state/province to state/province.
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