CD266 - CD Player CURTIS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	CD Player
Brand	Curtis
Model	CD266
Dimensions (approx.)	430 x 250 x 100 mm (16.9 x 9.8 x 3.9 inches)
Weight (approx.)	2 kg (4.4 lbs)
Power Supply	AC 220-240 V, 50 Hz
Disc Compatibility	CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Playback Functions	Play, Pause, Stop, Skip, Repeat, Shuffle, Program Play
Audio Outputs	Stereo RCA (Line Out), 3.5mm Headphone Jack
Display	LED Display with Track/Time Information
Remote Control	Included (Infrared)
Additional Features	Auto-Stop, Anti-Shock Protection
Maintenance	Clean exterior with soft dry cloth; use lens cleaner for optical pickup
Safety Precautions	Do not expose to moisture, heat, or magnetic fields; use only specified power source
Reparability	Refer to authorized service center for repairs; no user-serviceable parts inside

Frequently Asked Questions - CD266 CURTIS

How do I turn on the CD266 CD player?

Press the Power button on the front panel or remote control. The LED display will light up.

How do I play a CD?

Open the disc tray by pressing the Open/Close button, place a CD with the label facing up, close the tray, and press Play.

Can I play MP3 CDs?

The CD266 is designed for standard audio CDs (CD-DA), CD-R, and CD-RW. It does not support MP3 playback.

How do I skip to the next or previous track?

Press the Skip Forward (>>) or Skip Backward (<<) buttons on the player or remote.

How do I repeat a single track or the entire CD?

Press the Repeat button repeatedly. One press repeats the current track, two presses repeat the entire disc, and a third press cancels repeat.

How do I program a custom playlist?

While the CD is stopped, press Program, then use the numeric keypad to enter track numbers (e.g., 01, 02, etc.). Press Program again to confirm. Press Play to start.

Does the player have a headphone jack?

Yes, there is a 3.5mm headphone jack on the front panel. Plug in headphones to listen privately.

How do I clean the CD lens?

Use a dedicated CD lens cleaning disc following its instructions. Do not use liquids or cotton swabs.

What should I do if the disc skips or won't play?

Check the disc for scratches or dirt. Clean it with a soft cloth from the center outward. If the problem persists, try another disc.

How do I reset the CD player?

Unplug the power cord from the wall socket for 30 seconds, then plug it back in. This will reset the internal electronics.

USER MANUAL CD266 CURTIS

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 magnitudes to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

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 assay. Changes

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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.

• Do not open the CD compartment while the CD is rotating.
  • Always keep the CD compartment closed when not in use.
• Keep all foreign objects out of the CD compartment.
• Place the unit on a stable surface.
• Avoid installing the unit in locations described below:

- Places exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat radiating appliances such as electric heaters.

Dear Customer:

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing at a sound and sounds around, though loud and clear without removing listening to the distortion and, most importantly without attention to your music. Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort level" adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds "normal" can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by settling your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

To establish a safe level:

• Start your volume control at a low setting.
• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

- Set the dial and leave it there.

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.

Decibel

Level Example

3D Quiet library, soft whispers
40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office

26 The conditions at 40 feet, single machine

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

1. Display
2. PROGRAM Button
3. DC 4.5V Jack (Side of Unit)

1. Phones Jack
   (Side of Unit)
2. SKIP UP Button
3. SKIP DOWN Button
4. STOP (■) Button
5. MODE Button

POWER SOURCES

This CD player requires either two (2) "AA" batteries (not included) or the AC adapter (not included).

BATTERY INSTALLATION

The low battery indicator will light in the display when batteries are low (when using battery power).

1. Open the battery compartment door on the bottom of the unit by sliding it out and then lifting it. To prevent the possibility of losing the cover, it cannot

2. Insert two (2) "AA" batteries (not included) according to the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment. Alkaline batteries are recommended for the longest playing time.

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.

POWER SOURCES (CONTINUED)

NOTES:

• Please read the battery instructions that came with the batteries.
• IMPROTANT: Make sure to recycle rechargeable batteries at the end of their useful life. Check with your local waste officials for details regarding recycling.

Audio Sound Through a Home Audio System

By using a home audio connection cable (not included), superb audio sound can be heard through your home audio system. Before making any connections, turn off the power to all equipment.

Plug a connection cable (not included) between the LINE OUT jack on the side of the CD player and the amplifier's AUX or CD input jack.

(Do not connect it to the amplifier's PHONO jack.)

NOTE: If the radio interferes with TV reception, move the unit away from the TV or turn off the power to this unit.

OPERATION

Press the PLAY/PAUSE (▶) / Power On button to turn the unit on.

To turn the unit off, press the STOP (■)/Power Off button twice.

The unit will automatically shut off if stopped (CD Standby) for 30

seconds

TO INSERT AND PLAY A CD

This unit plays CD, CD-R and CD-RW discs.

Note: CD-R/CD-RW discs must be first be finalized.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE (▶)Power On button to turn the unit on.

Open the CD door by sliding the CD Door Open switch. Gently

press a disc, label side up, onto the spindle unit it locks in place.

Close the CD door; playback will begin automatically.

If in the Stop mode, press the PLAY/PAUSE (▶) /Power On

button to begin playback; the current track and elapsed playing time

(CD information and folder will also appear.

Adjust the VOLUME control on the side of unit.

When the disc is through playing, it will stop. Press the STOP ( )

Power Off button to stop the disc before it is finished. Press the

STOP (■)/Power Off button again to turn the unit off.

OPERATION (CONTINUED)

CD PLAYBACK NOTES:

- When recording ("burn") CDs, make sure the session is "finalized", or simply record ("burn") only one session. You can find more information in your recorder's manual.

• 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, "No Disc" will appear in the display.
• If a disc is not recorded properly, a disc error will occur and the unit will not play back the CD.
• Playback will stop when you open the CD compartment, but it is not recommended to open the compartment before the STOP (■)/Power Off button is pressed.
• If there is no activity for 30 seconds, the unit will turn itself off to save the batteries.

TO PAUSE A CD

During CD playback, if you wish to pause the disc momentarily, press the PLAY/PAUSE (▶Power On button. Playback stops but the disc continues to spin and the elapsed time will blink.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE (▶)Power On button again to release pause and resume playback. The sound and the elapsed time in

OPERATION (CONTINUED)

TO BEGIN PLAYBACK FROM A SPECIFIC TRACK

After you insert the disc into the CD player and the total number of tracks appears on the display, you may press either the Skip/Search |◀◀ or ▶▶▶ button to select a specific track for playback.

When the desired track number appears in the display, press the PLAY/PAUSE (▶Power On button. Playback will begin with the track (or file) you selected.

FORWARD/REVERSE SKIP TRACK

During playback, press and release the Skip/Search ▶▶ button once to advance the player to the beginning of the next track. Press the Skip/Search ▶▶ button repeatedly to advance the player to higher-numbered tracks.

HIGH-SPEED MUSIC SEARCH

During playback, depress and hold either the Skip/Search 10:1 button to move the player forward or backward within a track to locate a specific musical passage. The player will move forward to backward at high speed as long as the buttons are depressed. When you release the Skip/Search 14:1 button, normal playback will resume.

OPERATION (CONTINUED)

REPEAT PLAYBACK OF ONE TRACK

To repeat a single track, while in the Stop mode, press the Skip/Search ◄◀▶▶▶ button to select the specific track that you wish to repeat. Press the MODE button once, the Repeat 1 indicator will appear in the display.

When the desired track number appears in the display, press the PLAY/PAUSE (▶)Power On button to begin playback. The specific track you selected will be repeated continuously.

To cancel repeat playback of the track

1. Press the STOP (■)/Power Off button to stop playback; the selected Repeated indicator will disappear from the display.

INTRO PLAYBACK (Will play the first 10 seconds of each track)

While in the Stop mode, press the MODE button 3 times; "INTRO" will appear in the display.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE (▶)Power On button to begin intro playback. The first 10 seconds of all tracks on the disc will be played in sequence.

OPERATION (CONTINUED)

TO RANDOMLY PLAYBACK A CD

While in the Stop mode, press the MODE button 4 times; "RAND" will appear in the display.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE (▶)Power On button to begin playback. The unit will play all the tracks in random order. When all the tracks have been played, the unit will stop. To cancel Random playback, press the MODE button once to return to normal playback.

To cancel Intro or Random playback:

1. Press the STOP (■)/Power Off button to stop playback; the selected indicator will disappear from the display.

TO PROGRAM THE MEMORY

Programming is the ability to preselect the order in which a series of tracks will be played.

While in the Stop mode, press the PROG. Button. The 'PROG' will blink and 'P-01' will appear in the display.

Select a track to be programmed using the Skip/Search ◀◀ or ▶▶ button.

OPERATION (CONTINUED)

Press the PROG. Button to memorize the track. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program additional tracks.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE (▶Power On button to begin program playback.

NOTES ON PROGRAM PLAYBACK

• To add a track to the program memory, simply press the PROG button repeatedly until the track appears and "PROG" blinks in the display, then continue as per the steps 2 and 3 on the previous page.
• Press the STOP (■)/Power Off button to stop the program
  • Each file may be stored in the program memory as many times
• Yan can scroll through the program while it is playing using the Skip/Search ◄◀ or ▶▶ button.
• To clear Program memories, press the STOP ■ )/Power Off button twice to turn the unit off, or open the CD door.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Caring for Compact Discs

• Treat the compact disc carefully. Handle the compact disconly by its edges. Never allow your fingers to come in contact with the shiny, unprinted side of the compact disc.
• Do not attach adhesive tape, stickers, etc. to the compact disc label.
• Clean the compact disc periodically with a soft, lint-free, dry cloth. Never use detergents or abrasive cleaners to clean the compact disc. If necessary, use a CD cleaning kit.
• If a compact disc skips or gets stuck on a section of the compact disc. It is probably dirty or damaged (scratched).
• When cleaning the compact disc, wipe in straight lines from the center of the compact disc to the outer edge of the compact disc. Never wipe in circular motions.

• 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.
• 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

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If you experience a problem with this unit, check the chart below before calling for service.

Symptom Possible Cause Solution

Unit will not turn on.	Weak or dead batteries. Replace batteries.
	Batteries not inserted correctly.	Insert correctly.
	AC adapter not connected.	Check AC adapter connection.
Disc will not play.	CD compartment not closed.	Close CD compartment
	Disc inserted incorrectly. Reinsert disc correctly.
	Dirty or defective disc. Try another disc.
	Moisture condensation on disc.	Wipe disc with soft cloth.
No sound from headphones.	Headphone plug not inserted correctly.	Reinsert headphone plug correctly.
	VOLUME control set to minimum.	Increase volume.
	Weak batteries. Replace batteries.
	Defective disc. Try another disc.
Erratic playback.	Dirty or defective disc. Clean or replace disc.

SPECIFICATIONS

LINE OUT

Frequency Response 20 to 20,000 Hz

Tracking System 1-beam laser

Laser Pick-up Semiconductor laser

D/A Conversion 8-times oversampling digital filter +1 bit DAC

POWER SOURCE

Batteries 3V DC, (2 "AA" size)

AC adaptor Input Voltage: AG-120V

Output Voltage: DC 4.5V, 600mA,

Positive Center

Dimensions 5.5 (D) x 5.5 (W) x 1.25 (H) inches

Weight 0.5 lbs (w/o batteries)

Accessories Headphones

LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY

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This quality product is warranted to be free from manufacturer's defects in material and workmanship provided that the unit is used under the normal operating conditions intended by the manufacturer.

Should you have any problem with this product, please and it is highly recommended to visit our website at www.curtisint.com before you take any other steps as we have additional copies of instruction manuals operating manuals and trouble shooting tips on our website which gives you the answer on most of the questions you could have in operating the unit.

TERMS OF WARRANTY

C.I. Service Dept. warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year on parts and 90 days on labor.

Nothing within this warranty shall imply that C.I. will be responsible or liable for any damage to any items placed in this product, whether due to any defect of the product, or its use, whether proper or improper.

EXCLUSIONS

Save as honors provided, C.I. Service Dept. (Canada) or C.I. Service Dept. (USA), there are no other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, express or implied, made or intended by C.I. or its author described distributions and all other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, including any warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees under any Sale of Goods Act or like legislation of status is hereby expressly assume. Save as honors provided, C.I. Service Dept. (Canada) or C.I. Service Dept. (USA), which is hereby agreed to persons or property, including the unit shall be sold, however, or any consequential damages arising from the manuflation of the unit and by the purchase of the unit, the purchaser does hereby agree to indemnify and save harmless C.I. from any claim for damages to persons or property caused by the unit.

TO OBTAIN REPAIRS UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY

1. The original purchaser must present a copy of the original bill of sale and the service warranty card.