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Thank you
For purchasing the Portable CD audio system from Emerson. This uniquely designed product has a built-in
CD player with a 20 track programmable memory and repeat playback. It also features a clock and great
sounding digital tuning AM/FM stereo radio with 20 preset station memories.
We are sure that this unit will provide you with many years of exceptional performance with a minimum of
care and maintenance. Please review the contents of this instruction manual completely and carefully before
operating your unit, to make sure that you understand all functions and operations and get the maximum
benefit out of all the great features included in this product.
The serial number of your unit can be found on a label on the bottom of the cabinet. We suggest that you
record the serial number in the space provided below in case this information is ever needed at a future
date.
Model Number: PD5500
Serial Number _______________________________________
LASER SAFETY: This unit employs a laser. Only
qualified service personnel should attempt to
service this device due to possible eye injury.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
ADJUSTMENTS
USE
OF
CONTROLS,
PERFORMANCE
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
OR
SHOCK,
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
PROCEDURE HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
INFORMATION
within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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.
ATTENTION
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
DANGER:
Invisible and hazardous laser radiation when
open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid
direct exposure to beam.
FCC WARNING:
This equipment may generate or use radio
frequency energy. Changes or modifications to
this equipment may cause harmful interference
unless the modifications are expressly approved
in the instruction manual. The user could lose
the authority to operate this equipment if an
unauthorized change or modification is made.
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Battery Operation
The battery compartment is located on the bottom of the cabinet.
• Remove the battery compartment door by sliding the Battery Compartment open.
• Four (4) “AA” cell batteries are necessary to retain the current settings of the AM/FM tuner and clock.
When fresh batteries are installed, the clock, preset radio stations, current band and the selected radio
station are retained even if the power is disconnected. Insert as in the figure below.
• Insert 8 ‘C’ size (UM-2) batteries into the battery compartment as shown in the figure below. Be sure to
observe the polarity markings which are engraved inside the battery compartment. If the batteries are
inserted incorrectly, the unit will not operate.
• Replace the battery compartment door.
NOTE: The AC power cord must be disconnected from the AC socket on the back of the unit in order for the
unit to operate on battery power.
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:
1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment.
Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.
3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh
ones.
4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury
from possible battery leakage.
5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture.
(Follow battery manufacturer’s directions.)
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
16
2021
11 12 13 14 15
17
18 19
1 2 3
4 5 6 7
8 9 10
1. Tuning Up/Clock Adj.(+)/Skip/Search
FWD. ( ) Button
11. VOLUME Control
12. BBS (Bass Boost System) Button
2. Tuning Down/Clock Adj.(–)/Skip/Search 13. AC Jack (Rear of Unit)
REV. ( ) Button
14. Carrying Handle
3. POWER Button
15. CD Compartment Door
16. Battery Compartment (Bottom of Unit)
17. LCD Display
4. MEMORY UP Button
5. CLOCK SET/MEMORY Button
6. REPEAT Button
18. CD Door OPEN/Close Area
19. FM Rod Antenna
7. BAND Button
8. FUNCTION Button
9. STOP (■) Button
20. AUX jack (Side of Unit)
21. Stereo PHONES Jack (Side of Unit)
10. PLAY/PAUSE (❿ ) Button
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SETTING THE CLOCK
When the unit is first plugged in, the time display will not be set. Set the time as follows:
1
2
3
Make sure the unit is OFF. Press Set the correct hour (and AM/PM) When finished setting the hour,
the CLOCK SET/MEMORY using the Tuning Up/Clock Adj.(+) press the CLOCK SET/MEMORY
button and the hours will blink.
FWD. (
buttons.
) and (–) REV. (
)
button again and the minutes will
blink.
4
5
NOTE:
In case the main power
supply is interrupted, the
clock will be reset unless
back-up batteries are
installed.
Set the correct minute using the When finished setting the hour,
Tuning Up/Clock Adj.(+) FWD. press the CLOCK SET/MEMORY
(
) and (–) REV. (
) buttons.
button again and the clock will be
set.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
LISTENING TO THE RADIO
1
2
3
2
1
Press the POWER button ■■to Press the FUNCTION button to Press the BAND button to the
select RADIO; TUNER will appear desired band - FM or AM.
turn the unit on, the display will
light. Set the VOLUME control ■
to a low setting.
in the display.
NOTE: If you select the FM band,
be sure to raise the FM rod
antenna and extend it to its full
length.
4
5
6
1
2
2
1
Press and release the Tuning Adjust the VOLUME ■ and BBS If the BAND button ■■is set to FM
Up/Clock Adj.(+) FWD. (
) or (–)
■■as desired.
and you have tuned to an FM
Stereo station, “STEREO” will
appear in the display.
REV. (
station.
) button to select a
Press and hold the Tuning Up/Clock
Adj.(+) FWD. ( ) or (–) REV.
) button for approximately 1
When you have finished listening,
press the POWER button ■■to
turn the unit off.
(
second and then release; the tuner
will automatically scan up to the next
strong station available in your area.
HINTS FOR BETTER RECEPTION
FM - Make sure that the telescopic FM Rod Antenna is raised and extended to its full length. You may have
to vary the direction of the antenna to find the strongest signal for each FM station.
AM - The AM ferrite bar antenna is located inside the cabinet. It may be necessary to turn the unit slightly so
that the internal antenna is pointing in the direction of the AM transmitter. You may have to experiment to
find the position that provides the strongest reception for each of your favorite AM stations.
BBS (BASS BOOST):
Press this button to the ON (in) position to enhance the overall Bass sound. Press to the OFF (out) position
for normal listening.
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SETTING RADIO PRESETS
This unit can preset 10 AM and 10 FM radio stations for convenient recall.
1
2
3
2
1
1
2
Press the POWER button ■■to Press the FUNCTION button ■■to Use the Tuning Up/Clock Adj.(+)
FWD. (
) or (–) REV. (
)
turn the unit on, the display will select RADIO; TUNER will appear
button to select a station.
light. Set the VOLUME control ■ in the display.
Press the BAND button ■■to the
to a low setting.
desired band - FM or AM.
4
5
6
1
2
Press the CLOCK SET/MEMORY Within 9 seconds, press the Repeat steps 3 through 5 to
button ■. Within 9 seconds, press CLOCK SET/MEMORY button program up to 10 stations in each
again to set the station in the band, if desired.
selected memory. In case the main power supply
the MEMORY UP button ■■until
the desired memory number
appears on the display.
is interrupted, the memory
presets will be erased unless
back-up batteries are installed.
RECALLING RADIO PRESETS
1
2
3
1
2
Follow steps 1 and 2 above.
Press the MEMORY UP button to Set the VOLUME ■■and BBS ■
select a preset; the station will
as desired.
automatically be tuned in.
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PLAYING COMPACT DISCS
NORMAL PLAYBACK
1
2
3
2
1
Press the POWER button ■■to Press the FUNCTION button to Press the CD Door OPEN/Close
select CD; CD will appear in the area to open the CD compartment
turn the unit on, the display will
light. Set the VOLUME control ■
to a low setting.
display.
door.
4
5
6
CD
Place a CD on the center spindle, The CD player will read the table of
with the printed label side facing contents on the disc and the total
up. Close the CD compartment number of tracks and playing time of
Press the PLAY/PAUSE (❿ )
button to begin playback on
track 1.
door.
the disc will appear on the CD Display.
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1
8
9
1
2
2
After the last track has been played,
the disc stops automatically and the
display shows the total number of
tracks on the disc. If you are finished
listening, press the CD Door
OPEN/Close area ■ to open the CD
Compart-ment door. Remove your
disc, close the CD Compartment
door and press the POWER button
■■to turn the unit off.
Adjust the VOLUME ■ and BBS To stop playback before the disc
ends, press the STOP (■) button.
■■as desired.
Playback will continue until all the
tracks on the disc have been
played.
NOTES:
• This unit is capable of playing standard CDs or 3” singles; no adapter is required.
• If a disc is inserted incorrectly, dirty, damaged or not present at all, “
” will appear in the display.
• To prevent damage to the disc, never open the CD door while the disc is rotating. Wait for the disc to
stop before opening the CD door. Never touch the lens when the CD compartment door is open.
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CD PAUSE CONTROL
1
2
During CD playback, if you wish to
Pause the disc momentarily, press
the PLAY/PAUSE (❿ ) button
Press the PLAY/PAUSE (❿ )
button again to release Pause
and resume normal CD playback.
again. Playback stops but the disc The sound returns and the CD
continues to spin and the Time Time Display stops flashing.
flashes in the CD Display.
TO BEGIN PLAYBACK FROM A SPECIFIC TRACK
1
2
After you insert the disc into the When the desired track number
CD player and the total number of appears in the display, press the
tracks appear on the display, you
may press either the Skip/Search
PLAY/PAUSE (❿ ) button.
Playback will begin on the track
you selected.
FWD. (
) or REV. (
) button
to select a specific track for
playback.
FORWARD/REVERSE SKIP TRACK AND HIGH-SPEED MUSIC SEARCH (
/
)
1
2
3
During playback, depress and
hold either the Skip/Search FWD.
(
) or REV. (
) button to
move the player forward or
backward within a track to locate
a specific musical passage. The
player will move forward or
backward at high speed as long
as the buttons are depressed.
During playback, press the During playback, press the
Skip/Search REV. ( ) button once
Skip/Search FWD. (
) button
to move the player back to the
beginning of the current track. Press
once to advance the player to the
beginning of the next track. Press
When
you
release
the
Skip/Search FWD. (
) or REV.
the Skip/Search REV. (
) button
the Skip/Search FWD. (
)
(
) button, normal playback will
repeatedly to move the player back
to lower-numbered tracks.
button repeatedly to advance the
player to higher numbered tracks.
resume at that point.
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REPEAT PLAYBACK
1
2
3
2
3
2
2
2
1
1
1
To repeat a single track, press the To repeat all of the tracks on a To cancel Repeat Playback,
REPEAT button ■■ once. disc continuously, press the press the REPEAT button ■■until
REPEAT button ■■ twice.
“REPEAT” will appear in the display. You can also cancel
) button ■■to select display. Press the CD Repeat Playback by pressing the
STOP (■) button ■.
“REPEAT” will blink in the display.
Press the Skip/Search FWD. (
or REV. (
the specific track that you wish to PLAY/PAUSE (❿ ) button ■■to
“REPEAT” disappears from the
)
repeat. When the desired track
number appears in the display,
press the CD PLAY/PAUSE (❿ )
button ■■to begin playback. The
specific track you selected will be
repeated continuously.
begin all tracks repeat.
PROGRAMMED PLAYBACK
The CD player in this unit has a 20-track programmable memory that allows you to program up to 20 tracks
on any disc for playback in any desired order. You may program 20 different tracks or you may also program
certain tracks to play more than once.
To perform programmed playback, proceed as follows:
1
2
3
Press the FUNCTION button to Open the CD Compartment door Press the CLOCK SET/MEMORY
select CD; CD will appear in the and insert your disc in the CD button. “P-01” (program number),
display.
player. Close the CD compartment “01” (track number) will appear
door. Wait for the CD player to read and “MEMORY will blink in the
the table of contents and display the display.
total number of tracks on the disc.
PROGRAMMED PLAYBACK SECTION CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE.
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4
5
6
1
1
1
1
2
2
Within 9 seconds, press the Press either the Skip/Search Repeat step 5 until you have
Skip/Search FWD. ( ) or REV. FWD. ( ) or REV. ( ) button programmed up to 20 track
) button ■■to select the first ■ to select the next track you numbers into the CD Program
(
Memory. After programming up to
20 tracks in the CD Program
track that you wish to program. wish to program (Example: Track
Example: Track 5. When the 8). When Track 8 appears in the
desired track number (Example: display, press the CLOCK
Track 5) appears in the display, SET/MEMORY button ■■again.
press the CLOCK SET/MEMORY
Memory,
press
the
CD
PLAY/PAUSE (❿ ) button to
begin programmed playback.
“MEMORY” will appear in the
display and playback will begin on
the first track that you
programmed.
button ■■again.
The player will continue to play all of the tracks that you programmed
in the order in which you programmed them. When the last
programmed track has been played, the player will stop and the
display will again show the total number of tracks on the disc. If you
press the CLOCK SET/MEMORY button ■■and then press the
PLAY/PAUSE button ■■again, playback will start on the first track you
programmed and will continue until all the programmed tracks have
been played. To cancel the Programmed Playback mode, press the
CLOCK SET/MEMORY button ■ to enter the program mode, and then
press the STOP (■) button ■.
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2
3
1
PROGRAMMED REPEAT
1
2
3
It is also possible to use the
Program and Repeat functions
together to repeat a specific
program indefinitely. First, program
the tracks you wish to hear in the
order you wish to hear them, as
described above. Then, press the
REPEAT button twice. Both the
MEMORY and REPEAT indicators
will appear in the display.
Program Repeat operation will
continue indefinitely until you
press the STOP (■) button.
Press the PLAY/PAUSE (❿ )
button to begin programmed
repeat playback. The player will
play the tracks you selected in the
order in which you programmed
them. When the last track in the
program has been played, the
entire program will begin again.
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AUXILIARY PLAYBACK
By using an optional audio connection cable, sound from an external source can be heard through this portable
system. Before making any connections, turn off the power on both units.
1
2
2
Headphone Out
Aux
1
Plug a connection cable (not included) with 3.5mm plugs from the Press the POWER button ■■to
LINE OUT jack on the external unit to this unit’s AUX input jack.
HELPFUL HINTS:
turn the unit on, the display will
light. Set the VOLUME control ■
to a low setting.
•
•
You could connect to the computer audio output to use this unit as
an amplified speaker system. Place the unit away from the monitor
to avoid interference.
Headphone outputs such as those on a cassette player can be
connected. However, be sure to turn down the volume of the
cassette player before connection and adjust the volume of both
units to a desired level after power is turned on.
3
4
1
2
Press the FUNCTION button to Turn the external unit on, and
select AUX; AUX will appear in start playback. Adjust the
the display.
VOLUME ■ and BBS ■■ as
desired.
PHONES JACK
For private listening, connect low impedance 32 ohm stereo headphones (not included) with a 3.5mm plug
to this jack. The speakers are automatically disconnected when the headphone plug is inserted in the jack.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Caring for Compact Discs
• Treat the disc carefully. Handle the disc only by its edges.
Never allow your fingers to come in contact with the shiny,
unprinted side of the disc.
• Do not attach adhesive tape, stickers, etc. to the disc label.
• 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.
• If a disc skips or gets stuck on a section of the disc, it is probably dirty or damaged (scratched).
• When cleaning the disc, wipe in straight lines from the center of the disc to the outer edge of the disc.
Never wipe in circular motions.
Z
COMPACT
• This unit is designed to play only compact discs bearing the identification logo as shown here.
Other discs may not conform to the CD standard and may not play properly.
DIGITAL AUDIO
• Compact Discs should be stored in their cases after each use to avoid damage.
• Do not expose compact discs to direct sunlight, high humidity, high temperatures, or dust, etc. Prolonged
exposure or extreme temperatures can warp the disc.
• Do not stick or write anything on either side of the disc. Sharp writing instruments, or the ink may damage
the surface.
Cleaning the unit
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power source when cleaning.
• The finish on your unit may be cleaned with a dust cloth and cared for as other furniture. Use caution
when cleaning and wiping the plastic parts.
• Mild soap and a damp cloth may be used on the front panel.
TO FIND THE LOCATION AND
PHONE NUMBER OF YOUR
®
NEAREST AUTHORIZED
SERVICE CENTER...
AUTHORIZED SERVICE
CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098
FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE WRITE TO:
Emerson Radio Corp.
Consumer Affairs Dept.
1901 Diplomat Drive
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking service.
Symptom
Radio
Possible Cause
Solution
Noise or sound distorted
on radio broadcasts.
Station not tuned properly for
AM or FM.
Retune the AM or FM broadcast
station.
FM: Telescopic antenna is not
properly adjusted.
Reorient FM telescopic antenna.
AM: Unit is not positioned
correctly.
Rotate unit until best reception is
obtained.
STEREO indicator
does not light.
Station is not broadcasting in stereo.
Change stations.
AM or FM, no sound.
TUNER is not selected.
Press the FUNCTION button to select
tuner, “TUNER” will appear in display.
Volume at minimum.
Increase Volume.
Compact Disc Player
CD Player will not play.
CD is not selected.
Press the FUNCTION button to select
CD, “CD” will appear in display.
CD is not installed or installed
upside-down.
Insert CD with label side up.
CD skips while playing.
Disc is dirty or scratched.
Wipe disc with cloth or use
another disc.
Aux Input
No sound.
AUX is not selected.
Press the FUNCTION button to select
AUX, “AUX” will appear in display.
External source not connected.
Connect external unit to AUX jack.
General
No Sound.
Headphones connected into the
PHONES jack.
Remove the Headphones from
the PHONES jack.
AC cord not connected properly.
Connect AC cord securely.
Batteries are weak, dead or
not inserted properly.
Replace batteries and/or insert
properly.
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EMERSON RADIO CORP.
LIMITED WARRANTY
What does this warranty cover?
Any manufacturing defects in original material, including original parts and workmanship, under normal use and
conditions.
For how long?
For a period of ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase in the U.S.
What will we do?
If you need service under this Warranty, and you provide us with the 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.
How do you make your warranty claim?
If it becomes necessary to repair your unit, you can obtain the name and mailing location of a Depot Repair Facility by
dialing 1-800-695-0098. You should pack your unit in a well-padded heavy corrugated box, enclose your check or
money order payable to the Depot Repair Facility in the amount of $9.00 to cover the return shipping and handling
costs, and enclose a copy of your proof of purchase (warranty service will not be provided without a dated proof of
purchase). Finally, you should ship the unit prepaid via UPS or parcel post (insured).
What does your warranty not cover?
Your warranty does not cover the following :
• Damage from negligence, misuse, abuse, accident, or failure to follow operating instructions.
• Use of product in a commercial application or rentals.
• Changes or repairs by anyone other than an authorized Depot Repair Facility.
• Damage because your unit is improperly connected to the equipment of other manufacturers.
• Unit on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
• Damage to equipment not properly connected to the product.
• Cost incurred in shipping your unit to and from an authorized Depot Repair Facility.
• Ordinary adjustments which you can perform as outlined in the owner’s manual.
• Signal reception problems caused by external antenna or cable systems.
• Products purchased, used, serviced, or damaged outside of the United States.
• Damage to compact discs or cassettes.
What other limitations apply to your warranty ?
THIS WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE AND APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AND DOES
NOT EXTEND TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS OF THE PRODUCT. THIS WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO A PERIOD OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY AS
PROVIDED ABOVE BEGINNING WITH THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE AT RETAIL AND NO WARRANTIES,
WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, SHALL APPLY TO THE PRODUCT THEREAFTER. WE MAKE NO
WARRANTY AS TO THE FITNESS OF THE PRODUCT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE.
THE EXTENT OF OUR LIABILITY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
PROVIDED ABOVE AND IN NO EVENT WILL OUR LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY THE
PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS,
DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
How does state law apply to your warranty ?
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, BUT YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH
VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, SO THESE RESTRICTIONS
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
AU898F
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PORTABLE CD PLAYER WITH
DIGITAL TUNING AM/FM RADIO
OWNER’S MANUAL
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EMERSON
PART NO.: 16-2821
105-01
Printed in China
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