Technika Clock Radio CECR 10 User Manual

CECR-10  
Owner’s  
Handbook  
Clock radio with USB and SD  
 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION  
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been  
damaged in any way, such as the power-supply cord  
or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects  
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been  
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,  
or has been dropped.  
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock,  
do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The  
product must not be exposed to dripping and splashing  
and no object filled with liquids such as a vase of  
flowers should be placed on the product.  
IMPORTANT  
CAUTION!  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
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 communication. However, this  
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 of the following measures:  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)  
This symbol indicates that there are impor-  
tant operating and maintenance instructions  
in the literature accompanying this unit.  
This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage  
constituting a risk of electric shock is present  
within this unit.  
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment  
and receiver.  
No naked flame sources such as candles should be  
placed on the product.  
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly  
approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s  
authority to operate this device.  
Caution: Usage of controls or adjustments or  
performance of procedures other than those specified  
herein may result in hazardous exposure.  
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on  
circuit different from that to which the receiver is  
connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV  
technician for help.  
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Read these instructions.  
Keep these instructions.  
Heed all warnings.  
Follow all instructions.  
Do not use this apparatus near water.  
Clean only with a slightly damp cloth.  
Do not block any ventilation openings.  
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION  
Use this appliance only with the supplied AC Adaptor.  
Using non-approved power supplies will void the  
warranty.  
Mains Supply: The mains operating voltage of the  
AC Adaptor is marked on a rating plate on the AC  
Adaptor.  
Do not install or operate near any heat sources such  
as radiators, stoves, or other apparatus that produce  
heat.  
The means of disconnecting this appliance from  
the mains supply is the AC adaptor. This should be  
unobstructed and readily operable at all times.  
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when  
unused for long periods of time.  
 
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INTRODUCTION  
PRELIMINARIES  
INDEX  
INDEX  
The CECR-10 is a full-function mains/battery clock radio with  
alarm and a dock for USB drives and SD cards.  
UNPACKING  
Carefully unpack the unit. If it is damaged, please return it to  
your nearest Tesco store for replacement. Remember to take  
your purchase receipt with you.  
Retain the User Handbook. If you pass the unit on to a third  
party make sure you pass on the handbook.  
Important safety information..................................1  
Introduction ............................................................2  
Unpacking ...............................................................2  
Controls & Connections............................................3  
Fitting batteries.......................................................4  
Display features .......................................................4  
Getting started ........................................................5  
Battery operation ....................................................5  
Power control ..........................................................5  
Setting the clock......................................................5  
Selecting a source....................................................6  
Adjusting the volume ..............................................6  
Listening to FM radio...............................................7  
Radio presets...........................................................7  
Playing MP3/WMA files...........................................8  
Playing Aux sources .................................................9  
Sleep function .........................................................9  
Using the alarms....................................................10  
Care & Maintenance...............................................12  
Troubleshooting ....................................................12  
Specifications ........................................................12  
Warranty ...............................................................12  
We suggest you retain the packaging. If you dispose of it, do  
so having regard to any recycling regulations in your area.  
CONTENTS  
The carton should contain:  
The CECR-10 clock radio  
AC adaptor  
Operating Manual  
If any items are missing or damaged, contact your nearest  
TESCO store for a replacement. Have your receipt ready when  
you call. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it, do so  
having regard to any recycling regulations in your area.  
LOCATION  
Place the unit on dry stable surface away from heat and  
damp and where it is unlikely to fall or be knocked over.  
 
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CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS  
BACK VIEW  
TOP VIEW  
UNDERSIDE VIEW  
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c
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Power/function button  
Play/pause button  
Set button  
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Skip back/Time down button  
Volume down button  
1) Volume up button  
1! Skip forward/Time up button  
1@ Aux In jack  
1# DC In jack  
1$ FM aerial wire  
Preset browse  
Preset store (hold)  
Memory card slot  
Snooze/Sleep button  
USB drive slot  
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1% Battery compartment  
 
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FITTING BATTERIES  
DISPLAY FEATURES  
BATTERY POWER  
Your clock radio can be powered by mains via the AC adaptor or batteries (optional). Batteries  
should always be fitted as a complete set of new batteries. Never mix old and new batteries.  
Fitting or replacing batteries:  
DISPLAY LAYOUT  
1. Pressing the catch on the battery compartment cover in the direction shown.  
2. Whilst holding the catch across, lift the cover off the battery compartment.  
3. Lay the ribbon across the battery compartment as shown (this will help when removing the  
batteries at a later date).  
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d
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Sleep mode  
FM radio mode  
AUX in mode  
SD card/USB mode  
Alarm set indicator  
Alarm mode - Bell  
Alarm mode - FM radio  
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Alarm mode - SD card  
Alarm mode - USB  
FM stereo  
Low battery indicator  
FM mode indicators  
Numeric display  
4. Fit 4 x AA batteries into the positions shown, observing polarity.  
5. Tuck the end of the ribbon into the battery compartment.  
6. Re-fit the cover.  
 
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GETTING STARTED  
BATTERY OPERATION  
POWER CONTROL  
FM AERIAL  
Your radio can also be powered from batteries.  
When fitted, batteries will also provide backup to power the  
clock and alarm in the event of a power cut.  
For battery fitting instructions, refer to the section ‘Fitting  
Batteries’on the previous page.  
STANDBY CONTROL  
To turn the radio on:  
Before using your clock radio for FM reception, unwrap and  
fully extend the aerial wire. You may need to adjust the  
position of the aerial wire for maximum signal strength.  
Press the POWER/FUNC. button on the top panel.  
The display will light and the radio will switch on.  
CONNECTING AC MAINS POWER  
To set the radio to Standby:  
Before connecting the power, check that the mains voltage  
on the rating plate of the AC adaptor is the same as the  
voltage in your area.  
Low battery warning  
Press and hold the POWER/FUNC. button on the top  
panel.  
Your radio includes a warning symbol that flashes to indicate  
when battery level is low. If you are using battery power  
and the battery warning appears, change the batteries  
immediately.  
The radio will set to Standby. The clock will be displayed.  
Plug the DC cord from the AC adaptor into the DC jack on  
the back of the unit.  
SETTING THE CLOCK  
Plug the AC adaptor into the wall socket and switch the  
mains power on.  
When first switched on, the clock display on your radio  
will flash ‘zeros’ until the clock has been set. If you find the  
clock display reverts to this display at any time, it is possible  
that there has been a power cut and the clock will need re-  
setting.  
The unit is now ready for use.  
NOTE:- The AC adaptor may become warm during operation  
- this is normal.  
Low battery indicator  
To set the clock:  
With the radio set to Standby -  
BATTERY DISPOSAL  
Press and hold the SET button.  
Dispose of used batteries with regard to the recycling  
regulations in your area. Do NOT short circuit batteries or  
throw them into water, the general rubbish or in a fire.  
Weak batteries can leak and damage the unit. Replace them  
in good time!  
The hours digit will flash.  
Press the SKIP-/TIME- or SKIP+/TIME+ button to set  
the correct hour (24 hour clock).  
Press the SET button to confirm this setting.  
The minutes digits will flash.  
Press the SKIP-/TIME- or SKIP+/TIME+ button to set  
the correct minutes.  
Press the SET button to confirm this setting.  
The clock is now set.  
 
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SELECTING A SOURCE  
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME  
SOUND SOURCES  
To increase the volume:  
You can choose to listen to the following sources -  
Press the VOL + button on the top of the unit.  
To decrease the volume:  
Press the VOL - button on the top of the unit.  
FM radio  
Music files stored on an SD card or USB drive  
Aux source (when connected via the rear panel AUX IN  
jack).  
When the volume is adjusted, the display will change to show  
the current volume level setting on a scale of 00 (minimum) to  
30 (maximum).  
Selecting a source:  
Press the POWER/FUNC. button on the top panel  
repeatedly to scroll through the available sources.  
AUX  
FM radio  
SD Card/USB Drive  
 
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LISTENING TO FM RADIO  
STATION PRESETS  
To listen to FM radio:  
DAB and FM presets  
Press the POWER/FUNC. button repeatedly to select FM  
mode.  
Your radio can store up to 20 of your favourite stations as  
presets for quick recall.  
The radio will play and the display will show the tuned  
frequency.  
To auto-tune to FM stations  
To store a station as a preset  
Tune to the station you want to store as a preset.  
Press and hold the MEM/SELECT button.  
Press and hold the SKIP+/TIME+ or SKIP-/TIME-  
The Preset Store display will appear (P- followed by a flashing  
number).  
button to auto-tune up or down the band.  
The radio will search in the direction indicated and the tuning  
frequency will be displayed whilst searching.  
When a usable station is detected the radio will stop tuning  
and play the station.  
To manually tune to FM stations  
Press the SKIP+/TIME+ or SKIP-/TIME- button briefly  
to tune the band in 50kHz steps.  
In this example, the radio is ready to store preset number 3.  
Press the SKIP+/TIME+ or SKIP-/TIME- button if you  
want to choose a different preset number to store the  
station.  
STEREO/MONO RECEPTION  
When receiving a strong, good quality, FM stereo signal your  
radio will switch automatically to stereo reception.  
The FM stereo symbol will be displayed.  
When receiving weaker or FM mono signals, your radio will  
switch to mono reception.  
To store the preset, press the MEM/SELECT button.  
NOTE: If a preset is not stored within 5 seconds, the radio will  
revert to normal operation.  
To recall any preset 1-10  
The FM stereo symbol will not be displayed.  
Press the MEM/SELECT button repeatedly to step  
through the preset stations stored.  
 
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PLAYING MP3/WMA MUSIC FILES FROM AN SD CARD OR USB DRIVE  
You can also play MP3 or WMA music files from an SD Card or  
USB drive that is docked into the docking connector on the  
top panel.  
Selecting SD Card/USB operation:  
Press the POWER/FUNC. button repeatedly to select ‘SD  
Card/USB’mode.  
Docking a USB drive:  
File organisation:  
Insert the SD Card or USB drive into the correct docking  
connector on the top panel.  
Files should all be of MP3 or WMA format, and may either be  
stored in folders (by album) or in the ‘root’ directory of the  
drive.  
If the files are stored in folders, the unit will play the tracks  
in each folder in turn.  
NOTE: The connectors are polarised so a card/drive will not  
insert if the polarity is incorrect.  
After a short delay, the SD or USB indicator will show on the  
display, and the unit will start to play any music files found. The  
elapsed play time of the track will show on the display.  
Repeat:  
When all tracks have been played, the player will  
automatically begin to play again from the first track.  
Pausing play:  
Press the //, button while the disc is playing to pause  
music playback.  
The time display will flash.  
Press again to re-start play.  
Selecting tracks:  
Press the } or { button to select the next or previous  
track.  
Fast search:  
Press and hold the }or {button to fast search forward  
or backward through a track.  
The track will search at high speed.  
Release the button to resume normal play.  
 
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AUX SOURCES  
SLEEP FUNCTION  
The AUX IN jack may be used to connect sound sources with  
a Line or Headphone analogue output to play through your  
unit. These may include -  
SLEEP TIMER  
You can set the Sleep timer to play music for a set period  
while you are falling asleep.  
MP3 players  
To set the sleep timer:  
CD walkman players  
Tape walkman players  
Personal computers or laptops  
Play your choice of music.  
Press the SNOOZE/SLEEP button repeatedly to cycle  
through the sleep time options from 90 minutes to 10  
minutes in 10 minute intervals. Pressing once more  
beyond the 10 minute setting will cancel Sleep mode.  
Connecting to the AUX IN jack  
Connect a stereo 3.5mm jack cable (not supplied) between  
the headphone or LINE/AUX output of the personal audio  
player and the AUX IN jack on the back panel.  
When Sleep mode is set the Sleep indicator will be displayed  
and the music will continue to play for the time you selected.  
The unit will then set to Standby.  
Playing the AUX source  
Sleep indicator  
Press the POWER/FUNC. button repeatedly to select AUX  
mode.  
The AUX symbol will be displayed.  
Set your personal audio player/computer to PLAY.  
Set the listening volume to the level you want with the  
volume controls on the radio or remote control.  
If there is no sound or if the volume level is not loud enough,  
you may need to increase the volume setting on your personal  
audio player/computer.  
Cancelling sleep mode:  
If you want to cancel sleep mode during a sleep period,  
press the SLEEP button.  
The Sleep indicator will switch off.  
 
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USING THE ALARM  
You can set the alarm to wake you at your preferred time and  
choose to wake up to the sound of radio, music from an SD  
Card/USB drive or a buzzer.  
Setting the alarm time:  
Setting the alarm to wake you:  
Set the radio to Standby.  
Press the SET button briefly.  
Set the radio to Standby.  
Press the SET button repeatedly to scroll through the  
wake-up options on the display -  
The alarm symbol and alarm time will be displayed.  
While the alarm time is displayed, press and hold the  
SET button.  
The hours digit will flash.  
Press the SKIP-/TIME- or SKIP+/TIME+ button to set  
the correct alarm hour (24 hour clock).  
Press the SET button to confirm this setting.  
The minutes digits will flash.  
Press the SKIP-/TIME- or SKIP+/TIME+ button to set  
the correct alarm minutes.  
Press the SET button to confirm this setting.  
The alarm time is now set.  
Checking the alarm time:  
Set the radio to Standby.  
Press the SET button.  
If you choose the Alarm Off option, the alarm mode indication  
will fade from the display within a few seconds. If the alarm  
is set to wake you, the alarm indicator will be displayed with  
your choice of wake-up mode.  
The alarm time will be displayed briefly.  
 
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USING THE ALARM  
IMPORTANT NOTES:  
WHEN THE ALARM WAKES YOU  
ALARM REPEAT  
Remember to set the unit to Standby and set a high  
enough volume to wake you before going to bed.  
If you have chosen FM radio as wake-up mode, remember  
to tune to a station before going to bed.  
If you have chosen SD Card or USB as wake-up mode,  
remember to dock a card/drive before going to bed. If  
you forget to dock a card/drive and the alarm is set, the  
unit will automatically wake you with a buzzer.  
The alarm will sound at your preset time and the Alarm Mode  
display will flash. You can then choose to set snooze, which  
will temporarily reset the alarm for a further 9 minutes, or  
to switch it off.  
The alarm will sound at the same time each day unless the  
alarm mode is set to Alarm Off.  
POWER FAILURE  
In the event of a power failure when the unit is operating  
from mains power, all alarm settings will be lost unless a set  
of batteries have been fitted.  
To set snooze:  
To set snooze, press the SNOOZE/SLEEP button when  
the alarm sounds.  
The alarm will stop sounding and the alarm mode indicator will  
flash. After 9 minutes, the alarm will sound again.  
BATTERY POWER  
If the unit is battery powered and you are setting the alarm  
to wake you, check for the battery warning symbol to ensure  
there is adequate battery life remaining before going to bed.  
To switch off the alarm:  
To switch off the alarm, press the POWER/FUNC.  
button.  
The unit will set to Standby.  
 
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
WARRANTY&SPECIFICATIONS  
CARE AND CLEANING  
Poor quality radio reception  
SPECIFICATIONS  
All care and cleaning operations should be carried out with  
the unit unplugged from the mains power.  
The surface of the unit can be cleaned with a barely damp  
cloth and then dried carefully. Never use abrasives, abrasive  
cloths or chemical solvents .  
The aerial signal may not be adequate. Try repositioning the  
aerial wire or moving the unit to a different location.  
Alarm not sounding  
Check that you have set the correct alarm time, and set the  
alarm to wake you (alarm symbol and wake-up mode symbol  
are displayed). Check also that the unit is set to Standby  
before you go to bed.  
Alarm sound not audible or too loud:  
Make sure that the volume is set to the correct level before  
going to bed.  
No sound/low volume from AUX source:  
Check that the volume control is turned up on the AUX  
source.  
Supply Voltage: ............... 6 V , 900mA  
AC Adaptor input:............ 100-240V ~, 50/60Hz, 400mA  
AC Adaptor output: ......... 6V , 900mA  
Frequency range: ............ 87.5-108MHz  
Net Weight:..................... 0.37kg  
UK: Waste electrical products/batteries should  
not be disposed of with household waste.  
Separate disposal facilities exist, for your  
or in-store for details.  
ROI: Produced after 13th August 2005. Waste  
electrical products/batteries should not be  
disposed of with household waste. Please  
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your  
Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.  
WARRANTY  
Your Tesco appliance is covered by a warranty for 12 months  
from the date of purchase. If a fault develops during this  
period, please contact the TESCO electrical help line on 0845  
456 6767. Please have your original purchase receipt with  
you when you call. This warranty in no way affects your  
consumer rights.  
 
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Te sco Stores Ltd,  
Delamare Road, Cheshunt, Herts, EN8 9SL  
CECR10 V0.1  
Technika Helpline: 0845 456 6767 (Calls cost up to 4p per minute from a BT landline, other providers may vary)  
 

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