Emerson CKD5809 User Manual

SmartSet® CD Clock Radio  
with Automatic Time Setting System  
Digital Tuning Stereo Receiver  
and Touchless Snooze Control  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
CKD5809  
(U.S. Patent No. 6,567,344)  
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Thank You…………  
For purchasing this Emerson Research Stereo CD Clock Radio with the patented  
SmartSet® automatic time setting system. As soon as you plug-in your radio for  
the first time, and after every power interruption, the clock will automatically set  
itself to the correct, year, month, date, day, and time. It will also automatically  
adjust itself for all Daylight Saving Time changes, through the year 2099.  
There are dual alarms that can be set and used independently. The alarms can be  
set for weekdays only, weekends only or everyday operation. You can wake to an  
electronic buzzer tone, your favorite AM or FM station or a specific track on your  
favorite CD. And if you can’t reach the snooze bar when the alarm goes off you can  
just wave you hand in front of the “Touchless” snooze sensor on the front panel.  
The alarm will shut off for 9 minutes and then turn on again. There’s a programmable  
99-minute sleep timer that allows you to fall asleep to up to 99 minutes of music  
and then shuts the power off automatically.  
A programmable 99-minute nap timer lets you wake up after a nap without disturbing  
your normal alarm settings.  
The CD player has a 20-track programmable memory and repeat playback. It will  
also play CD-R and CD-RW discs in addition to normal CDs. The digital tuning  
stereo receiver locks in your favorite stations perfectly and stores up to 20 stations  
(10 AM and 10 FM) in memory for immediate recall.  
This model also includes a dual battery back up system. There’s a built in CR2430  
lithium battery that will maintain the time and alarm settings for up to 5 years or  
longer, depending on the frequency and length of the power interruptions you  
experience in your home. We’ve also provided a SureAlarm battery back up system  
that will activate the alarm even if the power of off at your wake up time. The Sure  
Alarm circuit requires a 9-Volt battery, not included.  
The time, radio frequency, and CD track number all appear on a large super bright  
LED display that is easily readable from anywhere in your room. And of course  
we’ve included a dimmer switch in case you want to reduce the display brightness  
for sleeping.  
With so many useful features packed into such a compact unit it’s imperative that  
you read this Owner’s Manual carefully and completely.  
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We have taken great care to make sure that this unit was in perfect working order  
when it left our factory. If you have any problems with the set-up or operation of  
this model please do not return it to the dealer. Please call the Emerson Consumer  
Products Customer Service Hotline, toll-free at: 1-800-898-9020. One of our  
customer service representatives will try to diagnose and correct the problem for  
you. If we cannot solve the problem by phone you will be instructed how to receive  
a replacement unit.  
Once again, all of us at Emerson Radio thank you for your purchase.  
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IMPORTANT NOTES  
• Avoid installing this unit in places exposed  
• Operate controls and switches as  
described in the manual.  
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.  
• Before turning ‘On’ the power, make  
certain that power cord is properly  
installed.  
• Store your CDs in a cool area to avoid  
damage from heat.  
• When moving the set, be sure to first  
disconnect the power cord.  
• Do not attempt to clean this unit with  
chemical solvents as this might damage  
the finish. Use a clean dry cloth.  
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
CAUTION  
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
APPAREIL Á LASER DE CLASSE 1  
PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1  
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION  
WHEN OPENAND INTERLOCKS  
DEFEATED.  
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM  
This product contains a low power Laser Device.  
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.  
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  
• Remove the unit from the shipping carton and remove all packing material  
from the unit. Please save the carton and packing material if possible in the  
event that your unit ever needs to be returned for service. Using the original  
carton and packing materials is the only way to protect your unit from damage  
in transit.  
• Carefully remove any small strips of tape that may have been used to keep the  
CD door closed during shipment.  
• Press on the CD door in the area marked OPEN/CLOSE to open the door.  
Inside the CD compartment you will see a white “dummy CD” transit protection  
card. This card prevents the laser pick-up from moving during shipment and it  
must be removed before you can load your own CDs. Carefully remove this  
transit protection card and discard it.  
• Place the unit on a stable, level surface such as a table, desk, shelf, stand, etc,  
out of direct sunlight and away from sources of excess heat, dust, vibration,  
moisture, or humidity, and convenient to a 120V 60Hz AC outlet.  
• Unwind the AC power cord and extend it to its full length. This is important. The  
FM antenna is built into the AC power cord.  
Battery Back-up Systems  
This model has two separate battery back up systems. There is a built in 3-Volt  
CR2430 long life lithium battery that will maintain the clock settings, the alarm  
settings and the tuner preset memory settings. The lithium battery may last for up  
to five years or even longer, depending on the frequency and length of the power  
interruptions that you experience in your home. If AC power is interrupted the  
display will go off but the lithium battery will continue to power the clock. When AC  
power is restored the display comes on again and all your settings are correct.  
We have also provided a separate Sure-Alarm battery back up circuit that requires  
a 9-Volt battery, not included.  
If you install a 9-Volt battery, the buzzer alarm will operate in BUZZER or RADIO  
mode, even if the power is off at the selected wake-up time.  
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Installing The Sure-Alarm Back-up Battery (Not Included)  
The Sure-Alarm battery compartment is located on the back panel.  
1.) Press down on the battery door locking tab as  
shown and remove the battery door.  
2.) Gently pull the battery terminal outside  
of the compartment just far enough so  
you can connect the battery.  
3.) Connect a fresh, well-known brand of  
9-Volt Alkaline battery to the battery  
terminal. It can only be connected one  
way.  
4.) Push the battery back into the battery compartment and replace the battery  
door.  
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Low Battery Indicator  
The Low Battery indicator “  
” only appears in the main display when the  
unit is in the power ‘Off’ mode.  
• If you install a 9-Volt battery in the Sure  
Alarm circuit as described above, the  
Low Battery indicator disappears.  
• If the Low Battery indicator remains ‘On’,  
this indicates that either you have not  
installed the 9-Volt battery, or that the  
9-Volt battery is exhausted and needs  
to be replaced.  
• If the Low Battery indicator flashes, this  
indicates that the 3-Volt lithium battery  
is getting weak and should be replaced  
as soon as possible.  
Instructions for changing the lithium battery will be found on page 32 of this manual.  
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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 a 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 yourAC outlet, you probably have  
an 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  
AC Outlet  
outlet. This defeats the safety feature and  
AC Plug  
could expose you to electric shock.  
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  
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1
3
4
TOP PANEL  
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11  
10  
13  
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15  
16  
9
8
17  
18  
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6
5
19  
20  
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1.) Speakers.  
2.) Multi-Function LED Display.  
3.) 3-Volt Lithium Battery Compartment (Bottom Cabinet).  
4.) TOUCHLESS SNOOZE SENSOR.  
5.) POWER ON/OFF Button.  
6.) SLEEP Button.  
7.) ALARM 1 (BUZZER/RADIO/CD/OFF) Selector Switch.  
8.) ALM (Alarm) 1 Button.  
9.) ALARM 2 (BUZZER/RADIO/CD/OFF) Selector Switch.  
10.) DIMMER (LO/HI) Selector Switch.  
11.) 9-Volt Battery Compartment (Back Cabinet).  
12.) AC Power Cord.  
13.) CD Door.  
14.) PRESET + Button.  
15.)  
16.)  
REV. SKIP/TUNING – Button.  
FWD. SKIP/TUNING + Button.  
17.) VOLUME Control.  
18.)  
19.)  
PLAY/PAUSE Button.  
STOP Button.  
20.) WAKE UP TRACK Button.  
21.) MEMORY Button.  
22.) PRESET – Button.  
23.) AM/FM Button.  
24.) REPEAT Button.  
25.) NAP Button.  
26.) PROGRAM Button.  
27.) SNOOZE/SLEEP/NAP OFF Button.  
28.) TIME Button.  
29.) MONTH/DATE Button.  
30.) TIME ZONE Button.  
31.) ALM (Alarm) 2 Button.  
32.) ALARM MODE Button.  
33.)  
PHONES (Stereo Headphone) Jack.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
• Make sure that you have extended the AC power cord to its full length.  
The FM antenna is built into the power cord.  
• Make sure that you have installed a fresh 9-Volt battery in the Sure  
Alarm circuit if you want the Sure Alarm battery back up circuit to  
operate. If you do not install a 9-Volt battery the Low Battery indicator  
will remain ‘on’, but this will not affect any other functions or operation  
of this product.  
• Make sure that you have removed the “dummy CD” transit protection  
card from the CD compartment.  
A Word About The  
And  
Controls  
In order to minimize the number of controls on this model  
a few of the controls perform more than one function.  
For example, the  
and  
buttons on the top panel  
perform the following functions:  
• When pressed together with the TIME ZONE button, the  
and  
buttons  
allow you to select a lower or higher numbered time zone.  
• When pressed together with the TIME button, the  
and  
buttons adjust  
the time display backward or forward.  
• When pressed together with the ALM 1 or ALM 2 buttons, the  
and  
buttons adjust the wake up time display backward or forward.  
• When pressed together with the MONTH/DATE button, the  
and  
buttons  
adjust the Month and Date display backward or forward.  
• When pressed together with the TIME and MONTH/DATE buttons, the  
and buttons adjust the year display backward or forward.  
• When pressed together with the SLEEP or NAP buttons, the  
adjust the amount of Sleep Time or Nap Time display down or up.  
• In Tuner mode (AM/FM) pressing the and buttons moves the tuner  
display down or up to lower or higher numbered frequencies.  
• In CD mode pressing the and buttons allows you to skip to lower or  
and  
buttons  
higher numbered tracks, or to search backward or forward within a track to  
locate a specific musical passage.  
All of the functions of the  
sections of this manual.  
and  
buttons will be fully explained in the appropriate  
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Setting The Time, The First Time  
IMPORTANT: The first time you connect your new SmartSet® CD clock radio to  
the AC outlet the internal computer will automatically set the time correctly for the  
Eastern Time Zone, which is the initial default setting. The display will scan for a  
few seconds and then show the correct Day and Time in the Eastern zone. If you  
live in the Eastern Time zone, there’s nothing else to do. Your clock is set correctly  
and running.  
If you do not live in the Eastern Time zone you must change the default zone  
display to your own zone. You only do this one time and the SmartSet® will remember  
the new default zone setting and will always return to that setting after a power  
interruption  
There are 7 time zones programmed into your SmartSet® clock radio as follows:  
ZONE 1  
ZONE 2  
ZONE 3  
ZONE 4  
ZONE 5  
ZONE 6  
ZONE 7  
Atlantic Time  
Eastern Time (Default Setting)  
Central Time  
Mountain Time  
Pacific Time  
Yukon Time  
Hawaiian Time  
To change the default time zone display, depress the TIME ZONE button. The  
number “02” will appear on the display indicating that the default zone is ZONE 2,  
Eastern Time.  
Hold the TIME ZONE button and then press either the  
or  
buttons until your  
own time zone appears on the display, then release the buttons.  
The clock display will change to the correct time in the time zone you selected. The  
clock will always return to the correct time in the zone you selected after every  
power interruption. If you move to a different time zone, simply change the default  
zone display to the new zone and the SmartSet® will remember that setting for you.  
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Date Display  
To see the correct date at any time, depress the MONTH/DATE button. The display  
changes from time to month and date (MM/DD).  
For example, May 21st will appear as “5 21”.  
When you release the MONTH/DATE  
button the displayreturns to the correct time.  
Year Display  
To see the correct year, depress the MONTH/DATE and TIME buttons together,  
the display changes from time to year.  
When you release the MONTH/DATE and  
TIME buttons the display returns to the  
correct time.  
Daylight Saving and Leap Year Adjustments  
All Daylight Saving and Leap Year adjustments are made automatically by  
the SmartSet® internal computer as follows:  
Start of Daylight Saving Time:  
At “2:00 AM” on the first Sunday in April, the clock will automatically  
advance to “3:00 AM”.  
End of Daylight Saving Time:  
At “3:00 AM” on the last Sunday in October, the clock will automatically  
reset to “2:00 AM”.  
Leap Year:  
At “12:00 Midnight” on February 28th, the calendar display will change  
to “2 29”.  
Important Daylight Saving Time Information  
As a result of the new Energy Bill that was passed by Congress in August of 2005,  
Daylight Saving Time is scheduled to be extended starting in 2007. This SmartSet®  
Clock Radio has been programmed to adjust itself automatically for Daylight Saving  
Time through 2006. We have also provided instructions to allow you to change  
the Daylight Saving starting and ending dates for 2007 and beyond. You only need  
to make this adjustment once and then this clock radio will automatically adjust  
itself for the new Daylight Saving Time through the year 2099.  
The instructions for adjusting the Daylight Saving starting and ending dates will be  
found on a separate addendum sheet included with this Instruction Manual.  
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Manual Time Adjustments  
Some people like to set their clocks 5 to 10 minutes fast to make sure that they will  
always be on time. Even though the SmartSet® sets the time by itself, you still have  
the option of adjusting the time manually if you wish.  
To manually adjust the time display depress and hold the TIME button, and press  
either the  
Each press of the  
hold the or  
or  
buttons to adjust the time display ahead or back as desired.  
or buttons will change the display by one minute. If you  
buttons the display will continue to change. The display will  
change slowly at first, one minute at a time. But if you continue holding the  
buttons the display will change rapidly.  
or  
Note:If you manually adjust the time, your new setting is entered into the  
SmartSet® memory. If the power is interrupted, the display will return to your  
new setting, not the original setting, when the power is restored.  
Adjusting The Wake Up Times  
Your SmartSet® clock radio has two separate alarms that can be set and used  
independently. You may use the alarms to wake two people at different times, or  
you may use one alarm for weekdays and the other for weekend wake up times.  
The procedure for adjusting the wake up time is the same for both Alarm 1 and  
Alarm 2.  
1.) Depress and hold either the ALM 1 or  
ALM 2 setting button. The display will  
change from the correct time to the  
Alarm 1 or Alarm 2 wake up time.  
2.) While holding the ALM 1 or ALM 2 setting button, depress either the  
or  
button to move the display ahead or back to your desired wake up time.  
3.) When the desired wake up time appears on the display, release the  
buttons.  
or  
Note: Be sure that you have set the wake up time correctly by observing  
the AM indicator. If the AM indicator is ‘On’ the wake up time is “AM”. If the  
AM indicator is ‘Off’, the wake up time is “PM”.  
4.) When the desired wake up time (AM or PM) appears on the display, release  
the ALM 1 or ALM 2 setting buttons.  
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Selecting The Alarm Mode  
Your SmartSet® clock radio allows you to select from among three different alarm  
operation modes for either alarm. The alarm modes are:  
Everyday – the alarm will turn on all 7 days.  
Weekdays only – the alarm will only turn on Monday through Friday;  
Weekends only – the alarm will only turn on Saturday and Sunday;  
To check the Alarm Mode setting for Alarm 1, depress the ALM 1 setting button.  
The display will show the Alarm 1 wake up time and the day of the week indicators  
will show you the alarm mode which is selected.  
• If all 7 indicators are ‘On’, the Everyday mode is selected.  
• If only the Monday through Friday indicators are ‘On’, the Weekdays only mode  
is selected.  
• If only the Saturday and Sunday indicators are ‘On’, the Weekends only mode is  
selected.  
To change the Alarm Mode setting for Alarm 1, hold the ALM 1 setting button and  
press the ALARM MODE button until the day indicators show the desired mode  
setting, Weekdays only, Weekends only, or Everyday operation.  
Release the ALARM MODE and ALM 1 setting buttons and the display will return  
to the correct time.  
Follow the same procedure to select the desired Alarm Mode for Alarm 2 if  
necessary.  
Checking The Wake Up Times And Alarm Mode  
Whenever you want to check the wake up time or the alarm mode settings, simply  
press either the ALM 1 or ALM 2 setting buttons. The display will change from  
correct time to wake up time and the day indicators will show you the alarm mode  
which is currently selected.  
Release the ALM 1 or ALM 2 setting buttons to return to correct time.  
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Listening To The Radio  
1.) Press the POWER ON/OFF button on the top panel. The display will change  
from time to radio frequency. The first time you turn your unit on the display will  
show FM 87.5 MHz.  
2.) To switch between the FM and AM bands press the AM/FM button. The first  
time you select the AM band the display will show AM 520 KHz.  
3.) Tune to the desired station with the  
follows:  
or  
buttons on the top panel as  
Manual Tuning  
Repeatedly press either the  
or  
button until the display shows the  
frequency of the desired station.  
Automatic Tuning  
Depress and hold either the  
or  
button until the display begins to move,  
then release the button. The tuner searches down or up the band until it finds  
a strong signal and then stops on that station. Repeat this process until the  
tuner stops on the desired station.  
4.) If you tuned to an FM Stereo station the  
FM ST indicator appears in the display.  
5.) Five seconds after you release the  
or  
button the display automatically  
changes from radio frequency back to the correct time.  
To see the station frequency again, press the TIME button. The display will  
change from time to radio frequency for 5 seconds and then return to the  
correct time  
6.) Adjust the VOLUME control on the right side of the cabinet to the desired level.  
7.) When you are finished listening press the POWER ON/OFF button to shut the  
power ‘Off’.  
Note: The Tuner remembers the last station that was tuned before the power  
is switched off and automatically returns to that station when the power is  
switched on again.  
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Presetting Stations In The Tuner Memory  
You can store a total of 20 stations, 10 FM and 10AM, in the tuner memory for  
easy recall at any time.  
1.) Using either the Automatic or Manual  
Tuning method described above, tune  
to the first station you wish to store in  
the tuner memory.  
Example: FM 92.5 MHz  
2.) When the desired frequency appears on the display press the MEMORY button  
once.  
F 1” will begin flashing on the display  
indicating that you can now store your  
station in FM Preset Memory #1.  
3.) Press the MEMORY button again. The flashing “F 1” disappears and the station  
frequency returns to the display. This indicates that FM 92.5 is now stored in  
FM Preset Memory #1.  
4.) Tune to the next station that you wish to store.  
Press the MEMORY button once, then  
press the PRESET + button to select  
Preset Memory number 2.  
F 2” begins flashing in the display.  
5.) Press the MEMORY button once more to enter your desired station in Preset  
Memory number 2.  
6.) Repeat steps 4 and 5, using the PRESET – or + buttons to select a different  
preset memory number each time until you have stored up to 10 FM stations in  
the memory.  
7.) Press the AM/FM button to switch to the AM band and repeat the above  
procedure to store up to 10 AM stations in the tuner memory.  
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Notes:  
• The FM memories are numbered F1 through F10. The AM memories are  
numbered A1 through A10.  
• After you press the memory button the first time you must select a Preset  
Memory number and press the MEMORY button again within 10 seconds,  
while the memory number is flashing, or the station will not be memorized.  
Recalling Preset Stations  
Press the AM/FM button to select the desired band.  
Press the PRESET – or + buttons to scroll through the preset stations one by one.  
Changing Preset Stations  
1.) Tune to the new station that you want to store.  
2.) Press the MEMORY button and then press the PRESET – or + buttons to  
select the memory number that you wish to change.  
3.) When the desired Preset Memory number is flashing, press the MEMORY  
button again. The new station is now stored and the previous station is deleted  
from the memory.  
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Antenna Information  
FM: The FM antenna is built in the AC power cord. You may have to extend and  
vary the direction of theAC power cord 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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Playing Compact Discs  
Important:  
This CD player can play normal CDs plus CD Recordable (CD-R) and CD  
ReWritable (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.  
1.) Press the POWER ON/OFF button to switch the unit ‘On’. If you were previously  
listening to the radio the unit will return to the last station that was tuned before  
the power was switched off.  
2.) Press on the CD door in the area marked OPEN/CLOSE to open the CD door.  
When the door opens, if you have not already done so, remove the white  
“dummy CD” transit protection card and discard it.  
3.) Place your CD on the center spindle with the printed label side facing up and  
close the CD door.  
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4.) Press the  
PLAY/PAUSE button on the top panel.  
5.) The display briefly shows “Cd” and then two dashes “– –” will appear as the  
player reads the disc.  
After a few seconds the display will show the total number of tracks on the  
disc, then playback begins on Track 1.  
After 5 seconds of playback the display  
will return to the correct time but the  
small “CD” and “PLAY” indicators  
remain in the display to indicate that a  
CD is playing.  
Note: If your disc is dirty, heavily scratched, or otherwise unreadable the  
display will continue to show two dashes – –but playback will not begin.  
6.) Adjust the VOLUME control to the desired level.  
7.) Playback will continue until the last track has played, then the player stops, the  
display briefly shows the total number of tracks, then returns to the correct  
time again. To stop playback before the disc ends press the STOP button at  
any time.  
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8.) Press on the CD door in the area marked OPEN/CLOSE to open the CD door,  
remove your disc, and close the door again.  
9.) Press the POWER ON/OFF button to shut the system ‘Off’.  
Notes:  
• If you shut the power off while a CD is playing and you leave the disc in the  
player, the disc will start playing from track 1 when you switch the system  
‘On’ again.  
• To see the track number that is playing press the TIME button once. The  
display will show the track number for 5 seconds and then return to the  
correct time display.  
Pause Control  
To pause CD playback temporarily press the  
PLAY/PAUSE button again. The  
display will briefly show the track number that is paused and then returns to the  
correct time.  
The sound stops but the disc continues to  
spin and the PLAY indicator flashes.  
To cancel Pause mode and resume playback press the  
PLAY/PAUSE button  
again. The sound returns and the PLAY indicator stops flashing.  
SKIP/Search Controls (  
/
)
• To skip to higher or lower numbered tracks during playback press the  
or  
buttons repeatedly until the desired track number appears in the display.  
Playback will begin on the desired track.  
• To search within a track to locate a specific musical passage depress and hold  
the  
or  
button. The player will search back or forward at high speed.  
When you hear the desired passage release the  
playback will resume at that point.  
or  
button and normal  
Note: The Volume level is automatically reduced during high-speed music  
search.  
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REPEAT Playback  
You can repeat a single track or the entire disc continuously. Repeat playback can  
be selected while a disc is playing or while the disc is stopped.  
Single Track Repeat  
Press the  
or  
buttons to select the track to be repeated. If necessary, press  
the  
PLAY/PAUSE button to begin playback, and then press the REPEAT button  
once.  
The Repeat indicator REP flashes and the  
selected track will be repeated continuously.  
All Tracks Repeat  
Press the REPEAT button twice.  
The Repeat “REP” indicator remains ‘On’.  
If necessary, press the  
button to begin playback.  
PLAY/PAUSE  
All the tracks on the disc will be repeated continuously.  
To cancel Repeat Playback press the REPEAT button until the Repeat “REP”  
indicator disappears.  
Normal playback will resume. Repeat Playback is also canceled by pressing the  
STOP button.  
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Programmed Playback  
Programmed playback allows you to program the player to play up to 20 tracks on  
a disc in any desired order. You may also program the same track to play multiple  
times within the same program if desired.  
Note: You cannot program the player while the disc is playing. If the disc is  
playing press the  
STOP button first and then perform the following steps.  
1.) Press the PROGRAM button. The  
Program “PROG” indicator and Track  
number “0” begin flashing in the display.  
2.) Press the  
or  
buttons to select  
the first track to be programmed.  
Example: Track 7  
3.) When track number 7 is flashing in the  
display press the PROGRAM button  
again to enter track number 7 in  
program memory number 1.  
The track number display returns to “0”.  
4.) Press the  
or  
buttons to select the next track number to be programmed,  
and when the desired track number is flashing on the display press the  
PROGRAM button to enter that track in the program memory.  
5.) Repeat step 4 until you have entered up to 20 tracks in the program memory.  
6.) Press the  
PLAY/PAUSE button to begin programmed playback.  
The PLAY indicator appears and the  
Program “PROG” indicator continues to  
flash. The tracks you programmed will  
be played in the desired order.  
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7.) After the last programmed track has played the player stops and the PLAY and  
Program “PROG” indicators go ‘Off’. However the program sequence remains  
in the memory.  
To play the programmed sequence again press the PROGRAM button and  
then press the  
PLAY/PAUSE button.  
If you press the  
PLAY/PAUSE button without pressing the PROGRAM  
button normal playback will begin on Track 1 as usual.  
8.) To cancel the programmed sequence from the memory, press the  
button while the player is at programming mode.  
STOP  
The programmed sequence is also canceled if the CD door is opened, the  
Tuner mode is selected or the power is switched ‘Off’.  
Programmed Repeat Playback  
You can use the Repeat and Programmed Playback features together to  
continuously repeat a programmed sequence of tracks if desired.  
First program the desired tracks and start playback following steps 1 through 6  
above.  
Then press the REPEAT button twice to  
select All Tracks Repeat. The programmed  
sequence will be repeated continuously.  
REP  
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Alarm Operation  
The dual alarms in this system give you the option of waking to the radio, an  
electronic buzzer tone, or your favorite track on your favorite CD.  
You may also program one or both of the alarms for weekdays only, weekends  
only, or everyday operation.  
Before activating the alarms first check the settings for Alarm 1 and Alarm 2 and  
adjust if necessary.  
Refer to “Adjusting The Wake Up Times” and “Selecting The Alarm Mode” on  
pages 14, 15.  
Wake To Radio  
1.) Tune to the station that you want to wake you up, adjust the VOLUME control  
to the desired level, and then shut the system ‘Off’.  
2.) Slide the ALARM 1 and/or ALARM 2 selector switches, located on the left side  
panel to the “RADIO” position.  
The AL 1 and/or AL 2 indicators will  
appear in the main display to confirm  
that the alarms are ‘On’.  
3.) At the selected wake-up time the radio  
will turn on to the selected station. It will  
play for one hour and then shut off  
automatically and reset itself for the  
following day.  
To shut the radio off sooner you can press either the POWER ON/OFF button  
or the appropriate ALM 1 or ALM 2 button on the top panel.  
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Wake To Buzzer (Crescendo Alarm)  
Note: Alarm 1 and Alarm 2 have different buzzer sounds.  
Alarm 1 is a “single beep” sound.  
Alarm 2 is a “double beep” sound.  
You will be able to tell which alarm is going off by the sound that it makes.  
1.) Slide the ALARM 1 and/or ALARM 2 selector switches, located on the left side  
panel to the “BUZZER” position.  
The AL 1 and/or AL 2 indicators will appear in the main display to confirm that  
the alarms are ‘On’.  
2.) At the selected wake up time the electronic buzzer tone alarm will come on. It  
will start softly and gradually increase in volume to wake you gently.  
The buzzer sound will continue for one hour and then shut off automatically  
and reset itself for the following day.  
To shut the buzzer off sooner you can press either the POWER ON/OFF button  
or the appropriate ALM 1 or ALM 2 button on the top panel.  
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Wake To CD  
1.) Load the desired CD in the player, start playback and adjust the VOLUME  
control to the desired wake up level. Then shut the power ‘Off’.  
2.) Slide the ALARM 1 and/or ALARM 2 selector switches, located on the left side  
panel to the “CD” position. The AL 1 and/or AL 2 indicators will appear in the  
main display to confirm that the alarms are ‘On’.  
3.) If you wish to select a specific track to wake you up, depress and hold the  
WAKE UP TRACK button on the top panel and press the  
or  
buttons to  
select the desired track.  
When the desired track number  
appears on the display release all the  
buttons.  
Note: The wake-up track number you selected remains in the memory  
until you change it by selecting a different track.  
4.) At the selected wake-up time the CD player will turn on to your selected track.  
It will play for one hour or until the end  
of the disc, whichever comes first, and  
then shut off automatically and reset  
itself for the following day.  
To shut the CD player off sooner you can press the POWER ON/OFF button or  
the appropriate ALM 1 or ALM 2 buttons on the top panel.  
To Cancel The Alarms  
To cancel the alarms completely so they do not come on at all, slide the appropriate  
ALARM 1 and/or ALARM 2 selector switches to the ‘OFF’ positions.  
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SNOOZE Alarm / “TOUCHLESS” SNOOZE  
When the alarms turn on in the morning you can activate the SNOOZE control to  
catch a few minutes extra sleep. The Snooze function stops the alarm for 9 minutes  
and then turns the alarm ‘On’ again.  
There are two ways to activate the Snooze control: by touching the SNOOZE  
button on the top panel; or by placing your hand in front of the SNOOZE Sensor on  
the front panel.  
When the Snooze function has been  
activated the appropriate AL 1 or AL 2  
indicator flashes in the display.  
Note: The Snooze Sensor detects the difference in temperature between you  
hand and the ambient room temperature and it is quite accurate.  
However in the unusual condition where there is almost no difference between  
your hand temperature and the room temperature the touchless snooze function  
may not operate. In this case please press the SNOOZE button on the top  
panel.  
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SLEEP Timer  
The Sleep Timer allows you to operate the radio or CD player for up to 99 minutes  
while you are falling asleep and then shuts the power off automatically.  
1.) Turn the system ‘On’ and operate the radio or CD player as usual.  
Adjust the VOLUME control to the desired level for falling asleep, but remember  
that the level you set for falling asleep is that same level that you will hear in the  
morning if you are waking to radio or CD.  
2.) Press the SLEEP button on the top panel.  
The display will show “L:30” and the SLP  
(Sleep) indicator will appear.  
The radio or CD player will operate for 30 minutes and then shut off  
automatically.  
3.) To change the amount of Sleep time depress and hold the SLEEP button and  
press the  
or  
buttons to decrease or increase the amount of sleep time  
from 2 minutes to 99 minutes.  
Note: When you change the Sleep timer from the original 30-minute default  
setting your new setting becomes the new default setting.  
For example if you change the Sleep timer setting from 30 minutes to 45  
minutes, 45 minutes becomes the new default Sleep timer setting until you  
change it again.  
4.) When the Sleep timer counts down to “00” the power shuts off automatically.  
Note: If you set the Sleep timer for 60 minutes but you are playing a CD  
that is only 45 minutes long, the music will stop after 45 minutes but the  
power will remain ‘On’ until the Sleep timer counts down to “00”.  
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NAP Timer (Buzzer Alarm Only)  
The Nap timer function will wake you to the buzzer alarm after a nap of up to 99  
minutes without the need to change your regular Alarm 1 or Alarm 2 settings.  
1.) If the system is playing, shut the power ‘Off’.  
2.) Press the NAP button on the top panel.  
The display will briefly show “n:30” and the  
NAP indicator appears.  
After 30 minutes the crescendo buzzer alarm will turn on to wake you up.  
3.) To change the amount of naptime depress and hold the NAP button and press  
the  
or  
buttons to decrease or increase the amount of naptime from 2  
minutes to 99 minutes.  
Note: When you change the Nap timer from the original 30-minute default  
setting your new setting becomes the new default setting.  
For example if you change the Nap timer setting from 30 minutes to 45  
minutes, 45 minutes becomes the new default Nap timer setting until you  
change it again.  
• To cancel Nap Timer, press the SNOOZE button.  
DIMMER Control  
The display dimmer control was set to the HI (High) position at our factory.  
If you find the display to be too bright for sleeping, slide the DIMMER switch to the  
LO (Low) position.  
PHONES (Stereo Headphone) Jack  
This system includes a stereo headphone jack for private listening without disturbing  
others. The headphone jack is located on the right side of the cabinet. The built in  
speakers automatically shut off when headphones are connected to the headphone  
jack.  
Important: Before connecting your headphones, set the VOLUME control to  
a low level. Then connect your headphones, put them on and gradually increase  
the volume to a comfortable listening level. Remember that CDs can often  
contain very loud passages as well as softer passages. It is a good idea to  
adjust the listening level during a louder passage so that you are not surprised  
by a sudden, uncomfortable increase in the headphone sound.  
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Changing The Lithium Battery  
Like all batteries, eventually the built in lithium battery will need to be replaced. A  
number of factors, such as, the length of time between the date the radio was  
manufactured and the date you plugged it in for the first time determine the amount  
of time before replacement.  
During this initial storage period, the lithium battery is supplying power to the  
SmartSet® computer memory. Once you plug the radio in, your household outlet  
supplies the power, and the battery is not being used.  
A fresh lithium battery can supply power to the SmartSet® computer for at least 3  
years even if it is never connected to an AC power supply. If your radio was  
connected to your AC supply within a few months after it was manufactured, and  
you experience only the normal, nuisance type, short duration power interruptions,  
your battery may last for up to 5 years or even longer.  
When the battery power drops below a certain level, the “  
” indicator will  
‘flash’. When you see this indicator, you should change the battery as soon as it is  
convenient for you to do so. To change the battery proceed as follows:  
1.) Purchase a replacement 3V lithium battery wherever batteries are sold. The  
battery type is CR2430 or equivalent.  
2.) Remove the battery from its package so it is ready to install.  
IMPORTANT: Leave the radio power cord connected to your AC outlet. This  
will provide power to the SmartSet® computer memory while the original lithium  
battery is removed.  
3.) Turn the radio upside down and use a small screwdriver to remove the two  
screws securing the battery holder to the cabinet.  
BE CAREFUL NOT TO LOSE THIS SMALL SCREWS!  
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4.) Remove the original battery from the holder and insert the new battery into the  
holder the same way, observing the positive (+) direction.  
Slide the holder with the new battery back into the slot in the cabinet.  
5.) Replace the screws that secure the battery holder in the cabinet.  
6.) Turn the radio right side up and confirm that the “  
” indicator is no  
longer flashing or ‘Off’ if you also have installed a 9V battery.  
7.) Save these instructions. You’ll have to do this again five to eight years from  
now!  
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Resetting The Clock After A Total Memory Loss  
If you do not change the built in lithium battery within a reasonable period of time  
after you see the flashing “  
” warning indicator, the lithium battery may  
become exhausted and will no longer be able to supply back up power to the  
SmartSet® internal computer.  
If the unit is disconnected from the AC outlet after the battery is exhausted, or if a  
power interruption occurs, the SmartSet® memory will be lost and the clock will  
need to be reset when the power is restored. Be sure to install a fresh lithium  
battery before you reset the clock, otherwise the clock will need to be reset each  
time the power is interrupted.  
If the lithium battery is exhausted and you experience an interruption in the AC  
power supply, the clock will reset itself to its initial default setting when the power is  
restored.  
The initial default setting is “AM 12:00, Saturday, January 1st (1 01), 2005”.  
If you notice that the time on your SmartSet® clock radio is completely incorrect,  
and the day indicator is also wrong, press the MONTH/DATE button to see the  
date. If the date display is showing “1 01” (January 1st), you probably experienced  
a total memory loss.  
To reset the clock after a total memory loss, proceed as follows:  
1.) Follow the instructions on pages 32-33 and install a new CR2430 lithium battery  
in the battery compartment.  
2.) Connect the radio to your AC outlet and let the clock set itself.  
3.) Depress the MONTH/DATE and TIME buttons together. The displaywill change  
from ‘Time’ to ‘Year’.  
While holding the MONTH/DATE and TIME buttons, press the  
button to  
set the display to the correct year if necessary, then release the buttons.  
4.) Depress the MONTH/DATE button. The display will change from ‘Time’ to  
‘Month/Date’ (mm/dd).  
While holding the MONTH/DATE button, press the  
button to set the display  
to the correct Month and Date. The Day indicator will change automatically as  
you adjust the Month/Date settings. When the correct month and date appear  
on the display, release the buttons.  
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5.) Depress the TIME button and the  
button to set the display to the correct  
time. Be sure to confirm that you have set the time correctly to ‘AM’ or ‘PM’ by  
observing the AM indicator.  
6.) After you set the time, reconfirm that the Day, and Month/Date displays are still  
correct. Make final adjustments if necessary.  
The SmartSet® clock memory is now reset and the new lithium battery will maintain  
it for the next 5 to 8 years, depending on the number and duration of the power  
outages you experience.  
Important Note:  
After resetting the clock, don’t forget to reset your wake up times, and alarm  
mode settings, and sleep timer settings as well.  
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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,  
polish sprays, or abrasive cleaners on the cabinet.  
Caution  
Never allow any water or other liquids to get inside the unit while cleaning.  
Lithium Battery Precautions  
• Dispose of the old battery properly. Do not leave it lying around where a young  
child or pet could play with, or swallow it. If the battery is swallowed, contact a  
physician immediately.  
• Battery may expolde if mistreated. Do not attempt to recharge it or disassemble  
it. Do not dispose of the old battery in a fire.  
TO FIND THE LOCATION AND PHONE  
NUMBER OF YOUR NEAREST SERVICE  
CENTER PERMITTED TO PERFORM  
WARRANTY...  
SERVICE  
CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098  
FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE  
PLEASE CALL:  
1-800-898-9020  
FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE WRITE TO:  
Emerson Radio Corp.,  
Consumer Affairs Dept.,  
5101 Statesman Drive,  
Irving, TX 75063.  
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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 WARRANTYGIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, ANDYOU MAY  
ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.  
AU898M  
The Seria Number of your unit is located on a label on the bottom 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 Number: CKD5809  
Serial Number:  
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EMERSON  
Part No. 16-2969  
603-04  
Printed in China  
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