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USER MANUAL CD 740 CREATIVE

DUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND. IMPORTANT NOTICE: THE SERIAL NUMBER FOR THE SPEAKER IS LOCATED ON THE SPEAKER’S CONTROL PANEL. PLEASE WRITE THIS NUMBER DOWN AND KEEP IT IN A SECURE AREA. THIS IS FOR YOUR SECURITY.3 ADDENDA: The following entries supplement or correct information in the User Manual, or describe features added after the User Manual was completed.

During Audio CD Play Press STOP Disc Position 1 time ....................... Resume from Same Location 2 times ............................ Start at beginning of Disc During CD-ROM Play Press STOP Disc Position 1 time ....................... Resume from Same Location 2 times ......................... Start at beginning of Folder 3 times ............................ Start at beginning of Disc CD Play and the POWER button: Pressing the POWER button during disc play causes the Radio CD to enter STANDBY track resume mode. Pressing the POWER button again resumes play at exactly the same location on the disc (audio CD or CD-ROM). Preset 5 "FOLDER" feature: The SoundWorks Radio CD 740 recognises folders at the Top Level of a CD-ROM. Pressing Preset 5 "FOLDER" during CDROM play will show the first 16 letters of the name of the folder containing the active MP3 track. TOP LEVEL is displayed if the file is not inside a folder. CD-ROM PREPARATION Maximum number of individual MP3 files supported on a CD-ROM 295 files. If the total number of MP3 files on the CD-ROM exceeds 295, the folder name display, folder play sequence and MP3 file play sequence will be unpredictable. Maximum folders supported on a CD-ROM: 29 folders. Sequence of MP3 file play on a CD-ROM The SoundWorks Radio CD 740 recognises the first 8 characters of an MP3 filename to determine play sequence. Be sure to number your MP3 filenames from the beginning of the filename. Most CD-ROM burning programs sup- port automatic numbering at the start of filenames when burning CD-ROMs. Multi-session CD-ROM: The SoundWorks Radio CD 740 will recognise just the first session of a CD-ROM. Burn complete CD-ROMs for use with the SoundWorks Radio CD 740.

RADIO PRESET FEATURES

When an FM frequency is stored on a PRESET, the current Stereo/Wide/Mono and RDS Text setting is also stored. When the PRESET is tapped, the stored settings will override the JOG menu setting. Storing a weak FM stereo station in MONO will insure cleaner reproduction under varying reception conditions. You can also elect to store FM stations with RDS text you do not wish to see in STATIC or NO TEXT mode.4

ALARM ADJUSTMENT FEATURES

To wake to a specific audio CD track: Insert an audio CD into the radio and press Alarm 1 or Alarm 2 for two seconds to enter an Alarm Adjustment session. During the Alarm Adjustment session, first press the CD Play/Pause button to select Wake to CD. Then use the Track/Tune buttons on the Radio CD faceplate to select which track you would like to play. During alarm activation, the radio will start CD play from your selected track and continue playing the CD tracks in sequence. To wake to a specific MP3 file on a CD-ROM: The SoundWorks Radio CD 740 also lets you select an MP3 file (or track) on a CD-ROM for wakeup using the Track/Tune button. During an Alarm Activation session, a specific MP3 file for wakeup is selected from the faceplate Track/Tune buttons. A simplified scheme for track selection on CD-ROM is supported. All MP3 files on a disc are represented by a number that corresponds to the play sequence of the disc’s MP3 files in Play All mode. Tracks at the top level of the disc are numbered first followed by the tracks in the first folder, then the second folder and so on.5

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read Instructions Read all safety and operating instructions before operating the product. Retain Instructions Keep all safety and operating instructions for future reference. Heed Warnings Take note of all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions. Follow Instructions Follow all operating and usage instructions. Cleaning Unplug this product from the power source before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Attachments Do not use attachments or accessories not recommended by Creative as they may cause hazards. Water and Moisture Do not use this product near any water source or water hazard. Placement Place the product on a stable surface or recommended stand, or sold with the product. Otherwise, the product may fall and cause injury to a person, and damage to the product. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for mounting the product. Ventilation To ensure reliable operation and to prevent overheating, do not block or cover ventilation openings and slots with fabrics or impermeable material. Do not place in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless there is proper ventilation or Creative’s instructions have been adhered to. Heat Do not place this product anywhere near heat sources such as radiators, stoves, and other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Power Sources This speaker system is specifically designed for operation within the electrical range(s) specified on the provided power adapter and use outside of this range shall be at your own risk. Please contact your local electric utility company if you have any questions about the electrical voltage at your intended location of use.6

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Polarisation The product may be equipped with a polarised alternating-current line plug, a safety feature. As one blade is wider than the other, this plug can only fit into the power outlet in one way. If you cannot insert the plug fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not force the plug into the outlet. Power-cord Protection Arrange the power-cords to minimise the risk of damage from traffic or other hazards. Pay particular attention to the area near the plug head, the power source outlet and the connection from the product. Lightning Unplug the product from the power source during lightning storms or if unused for long periods of time. This will prevent lightning and power-line surge damage to the product. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral power circuits as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Object and Liquid Entry Never push any object through the product’s openings, as this can result in a fire, electric shock or damage. Do not spill liquids on the product. Servicing Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Damage Requiring Service Unplug the product from the power source. Call for servicing when: a) the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b) objects have fallen through or liquids have been spilled into the product’s openings. c) the product has been exposed to rain or water. d) the product does not operate normally when following the operating instructions e) the product behaves differently. f) the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. Replacement Parts When replacing parts, check that the service technician has used replacement parts specified by Creative or have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorised substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. Safety Check After servicing or repairing the product, get the service technician to perform safety checks to be sure that the product is working properly.7 INTRODUCTION The people at Cambridge SoundWorks hope you enjoy your new high-performance SoundWorks Radio CD

740. Your new radio has great FM stereo sound and

plays useful MW band stations. It stores 16 FM station presets along with 8 MW station presets. An integral, slot-load disc player plays audio CDs and MP3 files on CD-ROM. The large 32-character display and full- function remote makes radio operation easy from across the room. The SoundWorks Radio CD 740 displays three types of supplementary text:

• Radio Data Service (RDS) FM station text

• “ID3” text stored in most MP3 files. An automatic dimmer function reduces display brightness in dark rooms while maintaining good legibility in bright light. An internal long-life power cell maintains the current time accurately for many years. By inserting a 9V battery (not supplied), a user ensures that an activated wakeup function will work even during a power outage. Front and rear inputs allow easy connection of audio program sources (like portable MP3 and cassette players). A Record Output lets you send the current audio program signal to other devices. A convenient JOG button lets you select from a variety of secondary adjustments (Bass and Treble, Snooze time and Text display modes, among others).8 Remove the SoundWorks Radio CD (See A) from its protective polybag and place it in your preferred location. The Radio CD’s Tone alarm sound and bass output will be reduced if the Radio is placed on a compliant, soft surface. Connect the MW antenna (See B): To prepare the antenna (1), fold the base (2) and snap it into place (3). Position the MW antenna (4) in any out-of-the way site, preferably at least 8 inches apart from the Radio CD. Insert the MW Antenna’s miniplug into the Radio CD’s rear panel minijack marked MW ANTENNA (5). Rotate the MW antenna to achieve the best signal for MW stations. Connect the power cord by inserting the SoundWorks Radio CD’s AC plug into a convenient outlet. The AC cord is also the Radio CD’s primary FM antenna. It will function better if at least 50% or more of it’s length follows a straight line (See C). Check to make sure the FM antenna switch on the rear panel of the Radio enclosure is in the INT (internal) position (factory default). If desired, the external FM antenna can be connected and used instead of the internal antenna (See D). Connect the external antenna to the “F”-type connector of the rear panel. Set the FM antenna switch to EXT (external) . GETTING STARTED MIXINGINPUTRECORDOUTPUTINPUT INPUT ANTENNAFM ANTENNA EXT INT INPUT75 OHMS AUX MIXINGINPUTRECORDOUTPUTINPUT INPUT ANTENNAFM ANTENNA EXT INT INPUT75 OHMS AUX

A.9 Setting the Clock You can adjust the current time whether the radio is in Standby or On. Just press the time adjust buttons (next to the symbol) on the right hand side of the display (See E). Note: The current time can only be adjusted from the Radio CD faceplate. The Remote Control can adjust the wake up time setting, but not the current time. Tone Alarm Backup Battery For 48 hours of alarm function backup during an AC power failure, obtain and install a 9 volt battery in the radio compartment. Release the battery cover, attach the battery and restore the cover. If either alarm is set to activate (music or tone wake- up) and the power fails, the battery sounds the tone alarm at the appropriate time. Press Power on the radio to silence the alarm. Remove the battery if the unit is unplugged for more than 24 hours. Replace the battery after 30 minutes of emergency tone alarm operation (See F). Standby and On Pushing the POWER button chooses Standby or On operation (See G) The faceplate Power button can also be used to engage SLEEP delay operation (See page 13). Selecting The Radio Bands

1) Pressing the FM 1/2 button selects the FM radio

band and one of two banks of FM station presets. You can store eight FM stations in the PRESET bank FM1 and eight different FM stations in PRESET bank FM2 (See H).

2) If you switch from another mode to FM, the Radio

will return to the last PRESET bank used (from Standby, MW, CD or from an AUX input). Pressing the FM 1/2 button during FM operation selects the other preset bank.

3) Pressing the MW button selects the MW radio

band. The MW band has one PRESET bank. GETTING STARTED

Tuning Stations (FM or MW)

• Autotune Method 1: Press the SEEK button (remote or radio face) to automatically find the next station of higher frequency (See I).

• Autotune Method 2: Press and hold either TRACK/TUNE button to seek the next station (the button seeks down, the button seeks up). (See J)

• Manual Tune: To find a specific frequency, tap the appropriate TRACK/TUNE button ( or ). Storing Stations in PRESET banks Press the FM 1/2 button to choose the desired PRE- SET bank (FM1 or FM2) or choose the MW radio band. Tune to the desired station. Press and hold the desired PRESET button until a short tone is heard. The station is stored (See K). GETTING STARTED

") compact discs. Smaller discs will not work in the slot load mechanism.

1) Insert a CD disc into the slot to automatically select

CD play. The CD IN light indicates if there is a disc inside the Radio CD (See L).

2) If there is a CD disc inside the Radio CD, tapping

• CD-ROM folder selection: To move from the current folder (directory), tap either or . See page 23-25 for an explanation of folder (directory) navigation.

• Forward scan and reverse scan: Press and hold a TRACK/TUNE button ( or ). Disc Stop Press the Stop button once (inline image of stop button only) to stop disc play with "resume from same location” feature. Press the stop button twice to stop disc play and return to the start of the disc. Disc Eject Press the disc eject button (See O). CD INFO The CD INFO button (preset 1) displays disc playing time readouts, as follows: Audio CD – Track time elapsed • Track time remaining • CD time elapsed • CD time remaining CD-ROM – File time elapsed CD MODE The CD MODE button (preset 5) selects the following other disc play modes: Audio CD – Random Play • Play 1 track CD-ROM – Random Play • Play Folder • Random Play Folder • Play 1 file REPEAT The REPEAT button (preset 6) will repeat the current play mode until the disc is ejected or the POWER button is pressed. The Repeat mode is maintained until the disc is ejected or the POWER button is pressed.

Listening To External Sound sources If you have an external audio source you always want to keep connected to the SoundWorks Radio CD, like a desktop cassette player, connect it to the AUX input on the rear panel (See P). Press the AUX button on the front panel or remote control to select this input (See Q). If you have an external audio program source you occasionally want to connect to the Radio CD, like a portable MP3 player, connect it to the AUX-F input on the front panel (See Q). This input overrides the rear AUX input. The AUX button on the front panel or remote control selects this input (See R). Mixing Input/Record Output You may want to mix the sound from an audio program source (computer audio output, for instance) with the other Radio CD audio sources (FM, MW, Disc, Aux). Connect the audio source to the MIXING INPUT on the rear panel (See S). The program source will be mixed with the currently selected Radio CD program source. The audio source connected to the Mixing Input must have a level control if you wish to adjust the balance between the Radio CD program source and the Mixing Input audio source.

S.13131313131313 CONVENIENCE FEATURES Mute To mute the SoundWorks Radio CD: Press the SNOOZE/MUTE bar or the SNOOZE/MUTE button on the Remote Control (See T). Mute is cancelled if the POWER button is pressed, if a disc is inserted or the Volume is adjusted. Sleep Delay To make the Radio CD automatically turn off after a specific period of time:

• Press the SLEEP button on the Remote Control until the desired amount of play time is reached (See U).

• With the Radio CD in Standby, rapidly tap the POWER button until the desired amount of play time is reached (See V). Sleep delay is available for 15, 30, 45, 60, 90 and 120 minute lengths. Sleep delay is cancelled if the POWER button is pressed or if a disc is inserted. Insert a disc before choosing the Sleep function if you wish to use the Sleep function during disc play.

TAP TO ACTIVATE ALARM

PRESS AND HOLD TO ADJUST ALARM

SELECTION, PRESS AND HOLD TO SCAN

TAP TO START DISC PLAY, TAP

SETS WAKEUP TIME IN ALARM

5 MIN. TO 25 MIN.RDS TEXT DISPLAY

FOLDER1818181818 JOG FUNCTIONS JOG button operation: Press the JOG button on the radio or on the remote control to select the first JOG (See W). Press the JOG button again to select additional JOG functions. Use the VOLUME knob or the buttons on the remote control to adjust settings of JOG functions. JOG operation is cancelled five seconds after the last JOG or VOLUME adjustment. Pressing any other Radio CD function also cancels JOG operation. JOG functions Bass: Bass output can be adjusted in four steps up or down. Treble: Treble output can be adjusted in four steps up or down. Stereo/Wide/Mono: Adjustment cycles through STEREO, WIDE and MONO modes. MONO operation is cancelled when standby is entered. Loudness: With LOUDNESS engaged, the Radio CD will boost the bass output at low VOLUME settings. Snooze Time: Adjustable from 5 minutes to 22 minutes RDS Text Display: For FM station RDS text, choose between “scrolling text” display, “static text” display and no text display. Disc Text Display: For audio CDs that have CD text or MP3 files, choose between “scrolling text” display, “static text” display and no text display. Time Display Mode: Choose 12 hour AM/PM time (US standard) or 24 hour time (International standard) Display Language: Choose English, Spanish, French, Italian or German or Dutch.

Adjustment display VOLUME DISC TEXT Adjustment display19191919191919 Adjusting The Wakeup Settings During Wakeup Settings adjustment, you select Wakeup time and the Music Wakeup Source and Volume. The choice of Tone or Music Wakeup is selected later as the Alarm is activated. Note: Store any radio station you wish to use as a Wakeup station in a PRESET location.

1) Press and hold either the Alarm 1 or the Alarm 2

button until a short tone is heard (about 1.5 seconds). The Radio CD enters Wakeup Adjustment mode. Wakeup Adjustment persists for about 15 seconds if no button is pressed. You always have five seconds between adjustments.

2) At any point during the Wakeup Adjustment session,

you can choose your preferred Music Wakeup by selecting FM1, FM2, MW or CD. After choosing a radio preset bank (FM1, FM2, or MW), choose the desired station by pressing its PRESET button on the remote control of the radio faceplate. You can only choose CD wakeup if there is a CD stored in the Radio CD. If the CD is removed after CD wakeup is selected, the Wakeup Setting will default to Tone Wakeup. The AUX inputs are not available for Wakeup.

3) At any time during the Wakeup Adjustment session,

you can determine the Music Wakeup volume by adjusting the VOLUME on either the remote control or the radio faceplate. WAKEUP FUNCTIONS

2. MUSIC WAKEUP Adjustment, First screen

1. Entering WAKEUP Adjustment

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4. WAKEUP Time adjustment

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Adjusting The Wakeup Settings

4) At any point in the Wakeup Adjustment session, you

can determine the wakeup time by using the Time adjustment on the front panel or the TRACK/TUNE adjustment on the remote control.

5) End the Wakeup Adjustment session by pressing

the same Alarm button again, or just wait about ten seconds. The Wakeup Adjustment session will automatically end. Either way, the Radio CD will store your new settings.212121212121 Activating Wakeup While in Standby or normal operation, tap either Alarm button to cycle between Music Wakeup Tone Wakeup No Wakeup A Music Wakeup indicator ( ) or a Tone Wakeup indicator ( ) lights to show activation. Music Wakeup only functions if the Radio remains in Standby mode. Tone Wakeup operates whenever it is activated. You can use Tone Wakeup as a reminder function during the day while using the Radio normally. Silencing a Wakeup To cancel an operating Wakeup alarm for the day, but keep it activated, tap the Power button on the front panel or the remote control. The Wakeup settings will remain active and operate the next day. To silence an alarm and deactivate it (cancel it from functioning the next day), press the appropriate Alarm button on the radio face or the remote control. Snooze Function Tapping the SNOOZE/MUTE bar on the radio, or the SNOOZE MUTE button (2) on the remote will silence a Wakeup alarm for a pre-determined period of time (5 to 22 minutes). Adjust the SNOOZE delay period by using the JOG function. WAKEUP FUNCTIONS

RADIO DATA SERVICE (RDS) Some FM radio stations broadcast Radio Data Service (RDS) text along with their programs. Station Identification Text is displayed in the first 8 characters of the lower line. This text generally does not change. Descriptive Text is displayed on the top line. This text may describe the station’s format or it may show the song title and artist. CD-Text Audio CDs now include descriptive text stored along with their audio programs. The Radio CD will decode and display this text. MP3 File ID3 Text Information MP3 files downloaded from the Internet may contain ID3 text information. ID3 text information can be added to MP3 files as the file is created from an uncompressed audio source. The Radio CD will display this text when present in MP3 files. If there is no ID3 text information, the Radio CD will display the file name. Choosing Text Displays The JOG menu has separate RDS text and DISC text headings that let you choose between scrolling text display, static text display or no text display.

RADIO AND DISC TEXT DISPLAYS

RADIO DATA SERVICE display CD-Text display MP3 ID3 Text display RDS descriptive textRDS station identification textCD descriptive textMP3 file ID3 text232323232323 The Radio CD recognises MP3 compressed audio filesstored on a CD-ROM disc. You can create (or “burn”)your own CD-ROM compilation discs containing muchmore music than would fit on an audio CD. The RadioCD will also recognise folders at the top level of a CD-ROM and display their folder names. Use folders on aCD-ROM as a convenient way to select between different groups of music.The Radio CD recognises a maximum of 99 tracks inany folder, or at the top level of a disc. The Radio CDwill not recognise subfolders. The Radio CD will treatMP3 files inside subfolders as being inside the toplevel folder. Sequence of Play on a CD-ROM a) The Radio CD will first recognise any MP3 filesstored on the top level of the CD-ROM. It will playthose files "file name" sequence. The Radio CD willignore any files that do not end in “.mp3”.b) After the Radio CD has played all MP3 files on thetop level of the CD-ROM, it will then play the contents of any folders present on the CD-ROM in “file name” sequence. CD-ROM PLAY mp3Title bmp3Title aTop Level of the CD-ROMPLAY SEQUENCETracks and Folders played in alphabetical order.Folder a Folder b CD-ROM More Foldersmp3mp3mp3mp3mp3mp3Title aTitle bTitle cTitle aTitle bTitle cmp3mp3mp3Title aTitle bTitle c

c) If there are no “.mp3” audio files in the top level of the CD-ROM, the Radio CD will automatically play the contents of the first folder on the CD-ROM (according to the “folder name” sequence). Press Preset 4 during MP3 file play to briefly display the name of the active folder. d) Once all the contents of the first folder are played, the Radio CD will play the contents of any remaining folders at the top level of the disc. e) The FOLDER + and FOLDER - buttons skip to the next or previous directory in sequence according to the folder names. f) The diagram on page 19 is an example of the automatic play sequence the Radio CD follows when playing the contents of a CD-ROM. Tips For Preparing An MP3 CD-ROM

1) Start the title of each track or folder with a number to

designate its sequence. Many CD-ROM recording programs support the automatic addition of sequence numbers to the start of each MP3 file name.

2) The Radio CD treats numbers as text when

determining track and folder sequence. Use a leading zero on single digit numbers (01, 02, 03, ...) if the total of your tracks or folders is ten or greater.

3) The Radio CD supports a maximum of 99 tracks at

the top level of a CD or within any folder at the top level of the CD-ROM. CD-ROM PLAY25252525252525 Arranging MP3 Files and Folders on a CD-ROM a) Place only folders at the top level of your CD-ROM (no MP3 files). This lets you cycle through the folders using the FOLDER + and FOLDER - buttons in a similar manner to choosing discs in a multiple CD player. b) RIP (compress) your favorite tracks from an audio CD into a folder on your computer hard drive. Make sure the track titles start with numbers according to your desired track sequence. c) Repeat the procedure for other groups of compressed audio files you wish to store on the same CD-ROM, saving the files in separate folders on your hard drive. d) Use folder titles with a number at the start, in a sequence of your choice. e) “Burn” all the folders onto a CD-ROM at once. Once completed, you could have a CD-ROM with much more music than a conventional Audio CD. You can navigate through each folder simply by pressing the FOLDER + and FOLDER - buttons. CD-ROM PLAY mp3mp3mp3mp3mp3mp3mp3mp3mp3mp3mp3mp3mp3mp3mp3mp301 Folder Name01 Title02 Title03 TitleUp to 99 files02 Folder NameTop Level of the CD-ROM03 Folder Name 04 Folder Name CD-ROM More Folders01 Title02 Title03 TitleUp to 99 files01 Title02 Title03 TitleUp to 99 files01 Title02 Title03 TitleUp to 99 files2626262626 SPECIFICATIONS Internal audio sources: FM stereo tuner with display of Radio Data Service text from supporting FM stations. MW tuner. CD Transport With:

INPUT VOLTAGE: 230VAC 50HZ 0.5A

Audio CD play supporting display of CD-text Decode and playback of MP3 files from CD-ROM disc. MP3 data rates supported: 30-300 kbps and variable data rates Inputs:

INPUT VOLTAGE: 230VAC 50HZ 0.5A

One rear panel AUX IN 3.5 mm stereo minijack One rear panel MIXING INPUT (combined with REC OUT) 3.5 mm stereo minijack One rear panel MW Antenna 3.5 mm stereo minijack Antenna stereo mini plug wiring configuration sleeve – no connection, tip and ring-wire loop antenna One rear panel FM Antenna “F”-type jack, 75 ohms One front panel AUX-F 3.5 mm stereo minijack Outputs: One rear panel REC OUT stereo minijack One front panel Headphone 3.5 mm stereo minijack Rear Panel Controls: FM antenna INT/EXT switch Dimensions: English Metric Height: 4

inches 248 mm Depth (with knob and AC cord):

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