CD-363AX - CD Player LG - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	CD Player
Brand	LG
Model	CD-363AX
Dimensions (W x H x D)	430 x 100 x 300 mm (approx.)
Weight	3.0 kg (approx.)
Power Supply	AC 110-240V, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption	15W
Disc Compatibility	CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Playback Modes	Play, Pause, Stop, Skip, Repeat, Shuffle, Program
Audio Outputs	Analog Stereo RCA (Line Out), Headphone Jack
Headphone Output	3.5mm stereo jack
Display	Alphanumeric LCD
Control	Front panel buttons, Remote control
Remote Control	Infrared, included
Other Features	Programmable track order, Repeat keys
Maintenance	Clean the lens with a soft, dry cloth; avoid dust and liquids
Safety Warnings	Do not disassemble; use only specified power source; keep away from moisture
Spare Parts & Service	Contact LG authorized service center for repairs or replacement parts
Accessories Included	Remote control, user manual, power cord
Warranty	Standard manufacturer warranty (refer to manual for details)

Frequently Asked Questions - CD-363AX LG

How do I play a CD on the LG CD-363AX?

Press the Open/Close button to open the disc tray, place the CD label side up, close the tray, and press Play.

Can I play CD-R and CD-RW discs?

Yes, the LG CD-363AX supports playback of CD-R and CD-RW discs in standard audio format.

How do I use the remote control?

Aim the remote at the front panel receiver. Ensure batteries are installed (2x AAA). Press Power to turn on, then use transport keys.

What should I do if the disc doesn't play?

Check if the disc is inserted correctly (label up), clean the disc with a soft cloth, and ensure the lens is clean. Try another disc.

How do I clean the CD player?

Unplug the unit. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the exterior. For the lens, use a special CD lens cleaner disc or a cotton swab lightly dampened with isopropyl alcohol.

Can I connect headphones?

Yes, plug headphones into the Headphone jack on the front panel. The internal speakers (if any) will be muted.

How do I program tracks?

Press Program, then use the number buttons to select tracks. Press Program after each selection, then press Play to start the programmed sequence.

What is the power consumption?

The power consumption is approximately 15W during normal playback, and less than 1W in standby mode.

My remote doesn't work. What should I do?

Replace the batteries with fresh ones, ensure nothing blocks the sensor, and check if the remote is in range (< 7m). If still not working, contact support.

Is there a warranty for this product?

Yes, the LG CD-363AX comes with a standard manufacturer warranty. Refer to your user manual for terms and duration, typically 1-2 years.

USER MANUAL CD-363AX LG

This manual carefully before operating reference.

ctions are subject to change vement.

Precautions

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.

Explanation Graphical Symbols:

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, 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.

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.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet, Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Warning:

Do not install this equipment in a confined space such a book case or similar unit.

CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Laser component in this product is capable of emitting radiation exceeding the limit for Class 1.

CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

This label is located on the interior.

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

KLASSE 1

LASER PRODUKT

LUOKAN 1

LASER LAITE

KLASS 1

LASER APPARAT

CLASSE 1

PRODUIT LASER

This Compact Disc player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the exterior.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

Precautions....2

Table of Contents 3

Before Use 4

Safety Precautions....4

Notes on Discs 4

Notes on Tapes 4

Up Panel/ Front Panel 5

Rear Panel/ Display Window....6

BEFORE OPERATION

Power Source 7

The AC Power Cord Connection....7

Adjusting the voltage (OPTIONAL)....7

Battery Installation 7

Audio Adjustment....7

Volume Adjustment 7

Headphone Socket. 7

OPERATION

Radio Operation 8

Listening to the radio 8

Setting STEREO/ MONO 8

Tape Playback....8

Basic Playback....8

To Pause Play 8

To Stop Play 8

To Play Rewind or Fast Forward....8

CD Playback 9

Basic Playback....9

To Pause Play 9

To Stop Play 9

To Skipping the Track....9

To Searching the Track. 9

To Repeat Play 9

Recording 10

Basic Recording....10

CD Synchronized Recording ..... 10

REFERENCE

Specifications 11

About the symbols for instructions

Indicates hazards likely to cause harm to the unit itself or other material damage.
N Indicates special operating features of this unit.
Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.

Before Use

Safety Precautions

Handling the unit

When shipping the unit

The original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory.

To keep the surface clean

Do not use volatile liquids, such as insecticide spray, near the unit. Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a long period of time. They will leave marks on the surface.

Cleaning the unit

To clean the cabinet

Use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use strong solvents, such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner, as these might damage the surface of the unit.

Notes on Discs

Handling discs

Do not touch the playback side of the disc.

Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints will not get on the surface.

Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.

Storing discs

After playing, store the disc in its case.

Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat, or leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight, as there may be a considerable temperature increase inside the car.

Cleaning discs

Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor picture quality and sound distortion. Before playing, clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out.

Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for analog records.

Notes on Tapes

Preventing record

Removing the tab(s) of the cassette (with a small screwdriver) will prevent accidental erasure.

To record again, cover the hole of the tab with adhesive tape.

Line drawing of a cassette tape with a coiled cable (no text or symbols)

Adhesive tape.

Up Panel/Front Panel
Up Panel (CD-363A/AX and CD-364A Model)

1. CD DOOR
2. FUNCTION SWITCH [CD/ FM/ AM/ TAPE (OFF)]
3. VOLUME CONTROL DIAL
4. DISPLAY WINDOW indicator
5. LEFT/ RIGHT SPEAKER

6. TAPE FUNCTION buttons

7. RECORD (REC ●) button
   • TAPE PLAY (PLAY ▶) button

8. REWIND (REW ◀◀) button

9. FAST FORWARD (FF ▶) button
   • TAPE STOP (ST ■) / TAPE DOOR OPEN (EJ ▲) button
   • TAPE PAUSE (PAUSE II) button

10. TAPE DOOR

11. TUNING DIAL

12. CD FUNCTION buttons

13. CD REPEAT button

14. CD PLAY/PAUSE (▶/I) button
15. CD SKIP/SEARCH (|◀◀/◀◀,▶▶/▶▶) button
16. CD STOP (■) button

17. CD DOOR OPEN (▲ OPEN) button

18. FREQUENCY indicator

Rear Panel/Display Window

Rear Panel (CD-363A/AX and CD-364A Model)

Top-down technical diagram of a cylindrical mechanical component with internal gears and mounting holes (no text or symbols)

Display Window (CD-363A/AX Model)

Pure electrical circuit lines without any symbols

Display Window (CD-364A Model)

1. FM ANTENNA
2. RIF/FM MODE SWITCH (ST./MONO)
3. AC POWER INPUT SOCKET
4. VOLTAGE SELECTOR (OPTIONAL)

5. HEADPHONE SOCKET (☐): 3.5mm

6. BATTERY COMPARTMENT

7. CD REPEAT PLAY indicator
8. CD PLAY indicator
9. CD PAUSE indicator
10. CD TRACK NUMBER indicator

Power Source

The AC Power Cord Connection

1 Before connecting the AC power cord, check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supplied.
2 Connect one end of the AC power cord (supplied) to the AC IN socket located at the backside of your unit.
3 Plug the other end into the wall outlet.

Note

Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet if you do not to use for an extended period of time.

Top-down view of a mechanical component with internal structure and mounting holes (no visible text or symbols)

Adjusting the voltage (OPTIONAL)

If your unit is equipped with a voltage selector at the back side, be sure to set it to your local power supplied before connecting the AC power cord.

Battery Installation

1 Press and open the battery cover.

2 Put eight "C"(R14) batteries (not supplied) into the compartment making sure the + and - are correctly positioned.

3 Replace the battery cover.

Note

• To avoid damage from possible battery leakage, remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the unit for an extended period of time.
- When the batteries are weak, replace all the batteries with new ones.
- During the AC power cord connect to the wall outlet, the batteries are not worn out.

Audio Adjustment

Volume Adjustment

Turn VOLUME CONTROL DIAL clockwise to increase the sound level, or counterclockwise to decrease it.

Headphone Socket

• Connect a stereo headphone plug (∅ 3.5mm) into the headphone jack.
  • The speakers are automatically disconnected when you plug in the headphones (not supplied).

Radio Operation

Listening to the radio

1 Set FUNCTION SWITCH to select AM or FM.
2 Set a station by turning TUNING dial.

To turn off the radio

Set FUNCTION SWITCH to TAPE (OFF) to turn off your unit.

Setting STEREO/ MONO

1 Set RIF/ FM MODE SWITCH to ST. to listening to an FM stereobroadcast.
2 Set RIF/ FM MODE SWITCH to MONO when listening to an FM stereo broadcast. Selecting this function will substantially reduce the noise, however the stereo effect will be lost.

Notes

Adjust the antenna to get more clear reception.

• AM antenna
  This antenna is built within the unit and rotate the unit for better reception.
• FM antenna
  Pull the telescopic antenna out and adjust the angle and direction for better reception.

Tape Playback

Basic Playback

1 Set FUNCTION SWITCH to TAPE.
2 Open the cassette door by pressing TAPE DOOR OPEN (EJ▲) button.
3 Insert a cassette and push close the TAPE door.
4 Press TAPE PLAY (PLAY ▶) to playback.

To Pause Play

Press TAPE PAUSE (PAUSE II) button to pause. Press the button again to resume play.

To Stop Play

Press TAPE STOP (ST■) button to stop play. (Your cassette deck will automatically stop at the end of the tape.)

To Play Rewind or Fast Forward

After pressing and holding REWIND/FAST FORWARD (REW ◀◀ / FF ▶▶) button during playback, press TAPE PLAY (PLAY ▶) at the point you want.

CD Playback

Basic Playback

1 Set FUNCTION SWITCH to CD.
2 Press CD DOOR OPEN (▲ OPEN) button to open the disc compartment.
3 Load a disc with the printed side facing up.
4 Close the disc compartment. The display will show the total number of tracks.
5 Press CD PLAY/PAUSE (▶/II) button to begin play. The track number will be shown in the display.

To Pause Play

Press CD PLAY/PAUSE (▶/Ⅱ) button to pause during playback.

When a track is paused "II" will flash in the display. Press CD PLAY/PAUSE (▶/II) button again to resume play.

To Stop Play

Press CD STOP (■) button during playback.

To Skipping the Track

• Press CD SKIP/SEARCH (▶▶/▶▶) button to go to the next track.
• When CD SKIP/SEARCH (◀◀/◀◀) button is pressed once midway through a track, the player returns to the start of that track. When it is pressed again, a track is skipped each time the button is pressed.

To Searching the Track

After pressing and holding CD SKIP/SEARCH (|◀◀/◀◀, ▶▶/▶▶|) button during playback, press CD PLAY/PAUSE (▶/Ⅱ) button at the point you want.

Notes

• Do not tilt or move your unit with discs loaded. If you
  do you may damage the discs and your unit.
• Do not touch the playing side of CD; the side without any printing on it.
• Clean your CD from the middle outward with a soft lint free cloth.

To Repeat Play

To play one track repeatedly

Press CD REPEAT button once during playback. - "REPEAT 1" appears in the display.

To play all tracks repeatedly

Press CD REPEAT button again during playback. - "REPEAT ALL" appears in the display.

To cancel repeat play

Press CD REPEAT button once more during playback. - Repeat indicator disappears

Recording

Wind the tape to the point recording starts. (Use only normal tapes.)

CD-363A/AX Model

Basic Recording

1 Select a function you wish to record by setting FUNCTION SWITCH except TAPE function.
2 Insert a blank tape.
3 Press RECORD (REC ●) button. TAPE PLAY (PLAY ▶) button is pressed automatically.
4 Start playing your CD or RADIO.

CD Synchronized Recording

This feature automatically records an entire CD into a cassette.

1 Load a CD disc and Set FUNCTION SWITCH to CD.
2 Insert a blank tape.
3 Play the CD disc and set to the CD pause condition.
4 Press RECORD (REC ●) button. TAPE PLAY (PLAY ▶) button is pressed automatically.
5 The synchronized recording is started automatically after about 7 seconds.

The image is too blurry to recognize any text content.

To pause recording

Press TAPE PAUSE (PAUSE II) button. Press TAPE PAUSE (PAUSE II) button again to resume recording.

To stop recording

Press TAPE STOP (ST■) button. (Your cassette deck will automatically stop at the end of the tape.)

• If you wish to record from the desired track, select the desired track with CD SKIP/SEARCH (|◀◀/◀◀, ▶▶/▶▶|) button before commencing CD recording.

- If bear noises sound when AM broadcast recording, reset RIF on the rear panel.

Specifications

SECTION		MODEL	CD-363A/AX	CD-364A
[General]		Power supply	Refer to the back panel of the unit.
		Power consumption	20W
		Mass	2.74kg	2.68kg
		External dimensions (W x H x D)	374 x 178 x 255 mm	374 x 178 x 241 mm
		Output Power	1.3W X 2
		Speakers	8Ω X 2
		Battery Operation	DC 12V, eight "C"(R14) batteries (not supplied)
[CD]		Frequency response	100 - 18000 Hz
		Signal-to-noise ratio	60 dB
		T.H.D	0.7 %
[Tuner]	FM	Tuning Range	87.5 -108 MHz/65 -108 MHz	87.5 -108 MHz
		Intermediate Frequency	10.7 MHz
		Antenna	Telescopic antenna
	AM(MW)	Tuning Range	522 - 1611 kHz or 530 - 1610 kHz
		Intermediate Frequency	455 kHz
		Antenna	Ferrite bar antenna
[TAPE]		Recording System	4 Tracks 2 channel stereo
		Frequency Response	125 - 8000Hz
		Signal to Noise Ratio	35/40dB (REC/PLAY)

* Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement.

LG