Califone Portable Stereo System 2455AV 03 User Manual

CAUTION  
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR  
BACK. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QAULIFIED  
PERSONNEL.  
The exclamation point within a  
The lightening flash with arrowhead  
triangle is intended to tell the user  
within a triangle is intended to tell the  
that important operating and servicing  
user that parts inside the product are a  
risk of electric shock to persons.  
instructions are in the papers with  
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the appliance.  
This product is not designed to  
function normally in strong electro-  
magnetic fields. Consequently, the  
Ce produit n’est pas conçu pour  
un fonctionnement dans de forts  
champs électromagnétiques. Par  
conséquent, la qualité sonore peut  
diminuer si ce produit est exposé à  
WARNING:  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF  
FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, SO  
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE  
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
audio quality may degrade while the  
product is exposed to strong electromagnetic fields.  
Normal audio quality operation will be recovered  
when the strong electromagnetic field is no  
longer present.  
un fort champ életromagnétique. La qualité sonore  
redeviendra normale après affaib-lissement du  
champ électromagnétique.  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
POWER CORD PROTECTION - POWER SUPPLY CORDS  
SHOULD BE ROUTED SO THAT THEY ARE NOT LIKELY TO BE WALKED  
ON OR PINCHED BY ITEMS PLACED UPON OR AGAINST THEM, PAY-  
ING PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO CORDS  
AT PLUGS, CONVENIENCE RECEPTACLES, AND THE POINT WHERE  
THEY EXIT FROM THE APPLIANCE.  
ATTENTION: ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
SHOULD BE READ BEFORE OPERATING APPLIANCE. ALL OPER-  
ATING AND USE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE FOLLOW-  
ED WHEN OPERATING THE APPLIANCE. HEED AND ADHERE  
TO ALL WARNINGS ON THE APPLIANCE AND IN THE OPERATING  
INSTRUCTIONS. RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUC-  
TIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
CLEANING - THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE CLEANED ONLY AS REC-  
OMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER.  
WATER & MOISTURE - DO NOT USE THE APPLIANCE NEAR  
WATER; IE. BATHTUB, WASHBOWL, KITCHEN SINK, LAUNDRY  
TUB, WET BASEMENT OR SWIMMING POOL.  
NON USE PERIODS - UNPLUG THE APPLIANCE POWER CORD  
FROM THE OUTLET WHEN LEFT UNUSED FOR A LONG PERIOD OF  
TIME.  
VENTILATION - DO NOT SITUATE THE APPLIANCE SO THAT  
ITS LOCATION OR POSITION INTERFERES WITH ITS PROPER  
VENTILATION. FOR EXAMPLE, THE APPLIANCE SHOULD NOT  
BE SITUATED ON A BED, SOFA, RUG OR SIMILAR SURFACE THAT  
MAY BLOCK THE VENTILATION OPENINGS. THE  
OBJECT & LIQUID ENTRY - CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN SO THAT  
OBJECTS DO NOT FALL AND LIQUIDS ARE NOT SPILLED INTO THE  
ENCLOSURE THROUGH OPENINGS.  
APPLIANCE SHOULD NOT BE PLACED IN A BUILT-IN  
INSTALLATION, SUCH AS A BOOKCASE OR CABINET, THAT  
MAY IMPEDE THE FLOW OF AIR THROUGH THE VENTILATION  
OPENINGS.  
2455AV-03  
Performer Plus™  
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE SER-  
VICED BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL WHEN: (A) THE POWER  
SUPPLY CORD OR THE PLUG HAS BEEN DAMAGED (B) OBJECTS  
HAVE FALLEN OR LIQUID HAS BEEN SPILLED INTO THE APPLIANCE  
(C) THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN EXPOSED TO RAIN (D) THE APPLI-  
ANCE DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE OPERATING NORMALLY OR EXHIB-  
ITS A MARKED CHANGE IN PERFORMANCE (E) THE APPLIANCE HAS  
BEEN DROPPED OR THE ENCLOSURE DAMAGED.  
HEAT - SITUATE THE APPLIANCE AWAY FROM HEAT SOURCES  
SUCH AS RADIATORS, HEAT REGISTERS, STOVES OR OTHER AP-  
PLIANCES (INCLUDING AMPLIFIERS) THAT PRODUCE HEAT.  
CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3-CD Compatible  
POWER SOURCES - CONNECT THE APPLIANCE ONLY TO A  
POWER SUPPLY TYPE DESCRIBED IN THE OPERATING INSTR-  
UCTIONS OR MARKED ON THE APPLIANCE.  
SERVICING - THE USER SHOULD NOT ATTEMPT TO  
SERVICE THE APPLIANCE BEYOND THAT DESCRIBED IN  
THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. ALL OTHER SERVICING REFER TO  
A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION - PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE  
TAKEN SO THAT THE GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION MEANS OF  
THE APPLIANCE ARE NOT DEFEATED.  
User Manual  
Califone® International Inc. • 1145 Arroyo Avenue, # A • San Fernando, CA 91340 USA  
Toll Free 800.722.0500 | Toll Free Fax 877.402.2248  
International Customers call 818.407.2400 or Fax 818.407.2405 califone.com  
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March 2010  
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1. Headphone Jack, 3.5 mm  
2. Microphone Jack, 3.5 mm  
3. Internal Condensor Mic  
4. Power Switch  
5. Balance Control  
6. Tape Pitch  
25. Power On/Standby Switch  
26. CD  
27. Tape  
28. Tuner, AM/FM/FM Stereo  
29. Line In  
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30. LCD Display  
7. CD Speed: Normal, +/- 3%, 6%, 9%, 12%,  
15%  
31. 2X Tape Counter  
32. Remote Control Sensor  
33. Tape Deck 1, Record/Play  
34. Tape Deck 2, Play  
35. Line In Jacks, R/L Channels  
36. Cord Wrap  
37. Battery Compartment  
38. Right Channel Speaker Jack  
39. Left Channel Speaker Jack  
40. Line Out Jacks, R/L Channels  
41. AC Power Cord  
8. Volume Control  
9. Treble and Bass Control  
10. Album Preset +/-  
11. Dubbing Speed, Normal, 2X  
12. CD Compartment  
13. Carrying Handle  
14. Random Play  
15. Play Time/ID3  
16. Program  
17. Tuner Up  
18. Tuner Down  
19. Stereo/Mono  
20. Play/Pause  
42. Telescopic Antenna  
43. Headphone Jacks (Five 1/4”)  
44. Voice-Over Mic Jack  
45. Voice-Over Mic Volume  
46. Wireless Receiver Input Jack  
47. Headphone/External Speaker Jack  
48. Remote Control  
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21. Stop  
22. Skip/Scan Forward  
23. Skip/Scan Back  
24. Repeat  
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Getting Started  
Programming Stations  
20 FM stations and 10 AM stations can be saved in memory with the ‘PRESETfunction.  
• Select a station to be saved in memory and press the ‘PROGRAMbutton to see ‘_ _’ appear on the LCD display.  
Memory Display  
The LED display will be in red (for standby mode) when the ‘Powerbutton is pushed. Pushing the LED will cause the LED to  
be green indicating the unit is fully powered up.  
• Depressing the ‘Tapebutton will cause the LCD display to show ‘Tape.  
• Depressing the ‘AM/FMbutton will cause the LCD display to show ‘AMor ‘FM.  
• Depressing the ‘CDbutton will cause the LCD display to show ‘Disc.  
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-MEMORY-  
TUNER  
KHz  
AM  
520  
Electronic Volume Control Display  
• Press ‘PRESETkey to choose the desired channel (e.g. channel 1) then press ‘PROGRAMagain to save.  
Digital Volume Control  
Choose Channel 1  
VOL 26  
-MEMORY-  
TUNER  
01  
• The volume control is preset to automatically turn on at volume level “26upon  
KHz  
power up. Press ‘VOL qto reduce the volume, the level will be shown in the LCD  
panel. Minimum volume will show ‘00on the LCD display.  
AM  
520  
• Select another station and press ‘PROGRAMagain, then press ‘PRESETto select channel 2. Press ‘PROGRAMagain to save.  
Press the ‘PRESETbutton to access preset stations until the desired channel is found.  
• Press ‘VOL pto increase the volume. The maximum volume is ‘40on the LCD display.  
CD Function  
Treble  
Treble and Bass Controls  
The 2455AV-03 CD player accepts both 12 cm and 8 cm discs and will read CD, CD-R , CD-RW and MP3 formats.  
TREB+1  
TREBLE combined with Volume +/- can be used to adjust the Treble up and down,  
MP3 CDs  
while BASS combined with Volume +/- can be used to adjust the Bass up and down  
With MP3 Cds, the 2455AV-03 supports a maximum of 99 folders, 999 files and a file name with a maximum of 64 characters. It has  
a MP3 bit range of 32k to 320k, and is compatible with MPEG Audio 1, 2, and 2.5. The MP3 sampling rate is:  
respectively. Both Treble and Bass can be adjusted in the range of +5 to –5.  
Bass  
MPEG1 - Layer 2/3 (32kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz)  
MPEG2 - Layer 2/3 (16kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz)  
MPEG3 - Layer 2/3 (8 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 12 kHz)  
BASS+2  
Before opening the CD door, the LCD will show dashed lines. Open the CD door and the LCD display will show ‘Open. Insert a CD  
and push door closed and the LCD will display the number of tracks and total play time of the disc.  
PLL Radio Function  
Reading Disc TOC  
After Reading TOC  
After Reading TOC  
• Press ‘AM/FMto select the desired reception band. Extend the telescoping  
AM Band Selection  
TRACK  
TRACK  
antenna for FM. There is a built-in antenna for AM reception. For FM stereo  
TUNER  
_ _ _ _ _ _ _  
KHz  
reception the ‘stereowill show on the LCD display.  
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• Press the ‘TUNER por ‘TUNER qbutton repeatedly until the desired station  
AM  
520  
Audio CD  
MP3 CD  
shows on the LCD display.  
• Press the ‘PLAY/PAUSEbutton to play the CD and the LCD display will show track 1 and the elapsed playing time.  
• To automatically scan through the frequency bands, hold the ‘TUNERbutton  
down until you see the speed of the LCD display increase. Scanning will stop  
when a strong signal is detected.  
Searching Track 1  
Playing Track 1  
TRACK  
TRACK  
1
02:20  
1
02:20  
Note: When playing a CD, the LCD display will show : Track 11 74:59  
When playing a MP3 disc, the LCD display will show: Track A99 T256  
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• To Pause press the ‘PLAY/PAUSEbutton while the disc is playing, the playing time will flash. Pressing the ‘PLAY/PAUSEbutton  
again will start the disc again from where it paused.  
Choose Track 4  
Memory  
Program Input Mode  
Memory  
• To select a track to play press the ‘SKIP FORWARD uu| or ‘SKIP BACK |ttbutton either from ‘Stop’ or ‘Pause. Each press will  
change the track number by one.  
{04} PR 01  
{--- ---} PR 01  
MP3 CD  
Searching Forward or Backward on a Track  
If the CD is playing, pushing and holding the ‘SKIP uu|button will advance through the current track until it is over, then proceed  
to advance through the next track as long as the button is held down. Conversely, pushing and holding the ‘SKIP |ttbutton will  
scan in the reverse direction through the track currently playing and continue through previous tracks as long as the button is  
held down.  
Program Input Mode  
Choose Track 4  
Choose Album 1, Track 2  
Memory  
Memory  
{PR 01}  
A -- -- T -- -- --  
A1MemoryT2  
• To stop playing the disc, press the ‘STOPbutton.  
One Track Repeat  
Random Play Function  
Track  
Repeat  
Repeat Playing  
Pressing the ‘RANDOMbutton during CD play or stop condition will engage random play. Pressing again will cancel the function.  
Note: If the CD has memory programmed, the random function cannot operate until the program is cleared.  
Audio CD  
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4 : 0 5  
• To repeat one track, press the ‘REPEATbutton one time either while playing or in pause.  
• To replay all tracks, press the ‘REPEATbutton a second time either while playing or in pause.  
• A third press of the ‘REPEATbutton will cancel the repeat command.  
Play Time Mode  
Pressing thePLAYTIMEbutton changes the time format on the LCD from elapsed time of each track to the total time remaining on the CD.  
ID3 Information  
One Track Repeat  
1.  
When playing a MP3 CD, if the MP3 file has track information stored on it, such as Artist andTitle, the LCD will display that information  
during MP3 CD playback.  
MP3 CD  
MP3  
Repeat  
• To repeat one track, press the ‘REPEATbutton one time at stop, play, or pause mode.  
• To repeat an album, press the ‘REPEATbutton again, and the ‘REPEAT ALBUMwill show  
on the LCD Display.  
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Press thePlayTimebutton to change the format on the LCD from elapsed time of each track to the ID3 information.  
Note: If the MP3 was recorded without any track information, the LCD will only show: FILE,TITLE, ARTIST, ALBUM.  
Album Repeat  
Dual Cassette Operation  
The 2455AV-03 features dual cassette decks for playback, continuous playback (Deck 2 to Deck 1) and recording from tape, radio,  
• Press the ‘REPEATbutton once again to cancel.  
Album  
Repeat  
MP3  
microphone or CD on Deck 1 only.  
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Loading a Tape  
To load a cassette tape, press the ‘STOP/EJECTbutton on Deck 1 or on Deck 2 to open the cassette door. Insert tape with playing  
Memory Programming. Up to 20 tracks can be programmed.  
side label facing you. Close the cassette door to lock the tape in position. Note: While Deck 1 is in playback mode, Deck 2 must be  
stopped and not in ‘PLAYor ‘PAUSEmode for Deck 1 to playback.  
Up to 20 tracks can be programmed for playback.  
Tape Playback  
To play a loaded cassette tape:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Press ‘STOPrst if the CD is playing.  
Press the ‘PROGRAM’ button. The CD display will show PR-01.  
1. Set ‘FUNCTIONbutton to ‘TAPE’  
Press the ‘SKIP Forwarduu| or ‘Skip Back|tt button to select the first track to program. If it is a MP3 disc, press the ALBUM  
+ and the ALBUM - buttons to select the folder number to program, and then press ‘SKIP Forwarduu| or ‘Skip Back|tt to  
select the track to program.  
2. Press ‘PLAYDeck 1 or 2.  
3. Adjust ‘VOLUME.  
4. Adjust ‘TREBLEand ‘BASScontrols.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Once the desired track is reached, press the ‘PROGRAMbutton into memory.  
Repeat steps 3 & 4 to program additional tracks.  
To Stop Playback  
Press the ‘STOP/EJECTkey.  
Press the ‘PLAY/PAUSEbutton to start programmed playback.  
To Pause Playback  
Press the ‘PAUSEkey all the way down to lock. To resume play, press the ‘PAUSEkey again, and release.  
Note: The program will be erased when you press the STOP button twice.  
To Fast Wind/Rewind  
Press the ‘REWINDor ‘FAST-FORWARDkey. Press the ‘STOP/EJECTkey to stop winding at the desired position.  
During regular play, or recording, the tape will stop automatically when its end is reached.  
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1. Insert a blank tape into cassette Deck 1.  
OTHER FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS  
2. Press the ‘PAUSEbutton then the ‘RECORDbutton on Deck 1 to prepare for recording. As the ‘RECORDbutton is pressed  
the ‘PLAYbutton will follow.  
Headphone Jacks  
Six jacks are provided. One 3.5 mm jack on top and five 1/4phone jacks on the rear of the cabinet.  
3. Press ‘PAUSEagain to start recording.  
Dubbing (Recording from Tape 2 to Tape 1)  
1. Insert a blank tape into cassette Deck 1, and the source or prerecorded tape into Deck 2.  
2. Press the ‘PAUSEbutton then the ‘RECORDbutton on Deck 1 to prepare for recording. As the  
‘RECORDkey is pressed the ‘PLAYbutton will follow.  
Extension Speaker Jacks  
Optional stereo extension speakers (SP-2400 Blaster Buddies) can be plugged into the 1/4L (left) and R (right) speaker jacks on the  
rear of the cabinet.  
3. Press the ‘PLAYbutton on Deck 2, the ‘PAUSEbutton on Deck 1  
will release automatically and recording will begin.  
NOTE:THE INTERNAL SPEAKERS ARE DISABLEDWHEN EXTENSION SPEAKERS ARE PLUGGED IN  
Note: Every new cassette tape has erase prevention tabs.  
Commercially prerecorded tapes have the tabs removed to  
prevent recording over the original material or accidental  
erasure. Cover the openings with adhesive tape if you wish  
to record over such cassette tape.  
Microphone Jack  
To record using a dynamic microphone, plug into the 3.5 mm jack (29) on the rear of the cabinet. A 2.5 mm jack is also provided  
for use with Califone model 4805AV microphone with remote Start/Stop.  
Remote Sensor A sensor is built into the 2455AV-03 for use with the RC-2455 remote control.  
RC-2455 Remote Control  
• The RC 2455 operates most functions available on the boombox controls. It does not, however, function with some  
of the tape operations.  
To Stop Recording Press theSTOP/EJECTbutton on Deck 2 or press thePAUSEkey on Deck 1 to momentarily stop recording.  
MUTE Mute is another feature added to the remote. It works with tape, AM/FM and CD functions.  
ENTER This button confirms the input.  
Cueing with the Tape 1 Counter  
Rewind the tape to the beginning. Press the ‘RESETbutton to reset the counter to (000). Use the Tape 1 Counter Display to note  
precise points on an audio tape during playback and to cue the tape to those precise points using the ‘FAST FORWARD, ‘CUE,  
or ‘REWIND/REVIEWbuttons.  
Other Notes  
- The ‘SCAN/SKIPbuttons are the same as the ‘Tuner p, ‘Skip forward uu|and ‘Tuner q, ‘Skip back |ttbuttons on the boom-  
box.  
- The ‘REPEATbutton is the same as the ‘PRESET/REPEATbutton on the boombox.  
- The ‘TIMEbutton is the same as the ‘PLAY TIMEbutton on the boombox.  
Compact Disc Player Operation  
The 2455AV-03 Programmable Compact Disc Player plays both 12cm and 8cm CDs, CD-R, CD-RW without  
requiring an adapter. Up to 20 tracks can be programmed for play.  
Continuous Play (Deck 1 to Deck 2)  
1. Set the ‘FUNCTIONselector to ‘TAPE.  
Loading a Compact Disc  
2. Load prerecorded cassettes into Deck 1 and Deck 2.  
3. Press the ‘PLAYbutton on Deck 2.  
Compact Disc Play  
To play a loaded CD:  
1. Lift to open the CD door and see “OPENon  
the LCD display.  
4. Press the ‘PAUSEand ‘PLAYbuttons on Deck 1.  
1. Turn power ON.  
2. Place a CD in compartment with label side up.  
3. Press the CD door down to close.  
4. “CLOSEwill show on the LCD display.  
5. Adjust the ‘VOLUMEand ‘TONEcontrols.  
2. Set the ‘FUNCTIONSelector to CD.  
3. The LCD will show the number of tracks and playing time.  
4. Press the ‘PLAY/PAUSEbutton.  
The CD Display will show the current track and playing  
time.  
6. When the tape in Deck 2 reaches its end, it will automatically stop and the tape in Deck 1 will begin playing automatically.  
To Record from Microphone, Tape, Radio or CD  
This unit has an ALC (Automatic Level Control) circuit and no further adjustment of the Volume control is necessary while  
recording. Set the ‘FUNCTIONSelector to: ‘TAPEto record from microphone. Plug mic into AM/FM jack to record from radio  
or into CD jack to record from CD.  
To pause a playing CD  
Press the ‘PLAY/PAUSEbutton again. The playing time will flash on the display. Press ‘PLAY/PAUSEagain to resume play.  
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To stop a playing CD  
Care and Handling of Compact Discs  
Press the ‘STOPbutton.  
1. Handle the disc by its edges or center hole. To keep the disc clean, avoid touching the data surface.  
2. Data is embedded directly beneath the label, protected only by a thin lacquer layer and is more vulnerable to damage than  
the bottom. A scratch that penetrates the label will certainly destroy data, whereas a scratch on the bottom can often be  
overlooked or corrected by the laser pickup.  
For a CD, the display will show “Total Track Numberand “Total Track Time.”  
For a MP3 CD, the display will show “Total Album Numberand “Total Track Number.”  
Note: When you press ‘PLAYagain the player will return to the first track. The display will show “Track Numberand “Current Track Play-  
ing Time.”  
3. Do not write on the label surface. A ballpoint will damage data; marking pens have solvents that may penetrate the top layer.  
4. Do not stick paper or tape on the label surface; this probably won’t hurt the disc but might jam the disc drive.  
5. Do not expose a disc to high temperature or humidity for an extended period of time. The disc material will soften at around  
200 degrees Fahrenheit. Allow the disc to reach room temperature before playing if it has been subjected to extreme cold.  
6. Preventive cleaning is unnecessary and potentially harmful. Clean only when required.  
7. Clean a disc with a soft moistened cloth. Pat dry. Wipe the disc from the center out like spokes of a  
wheel. Never wipe across a disc as you would an LP record.  
To skip forward or backward from track to track during playback  
Press the ‘SKIP uu|button once and the next track will be displayed and begin playing. Press repeatedly to  
move forward to the desired track.  
8. Never use solvents, commercial cleaners or sprays designed for LP’s. Plain lukewarm water is recommended.  
9. Keep discs protected at all times.  
Press the ‘SKIP |ttbutton once to return to the beginning of the current track. Press repeatedly to skip back  
to earlier tracks. Playback resumes from the selected track.  
Cassette Maintenance & Service Cleaning  
The heads, capstan and pinch roller should be cleaned from time to time to prevent buildup of tape oxide,  
which degrades performance.  
Repeat CD Selections  
1. Remove cassette tape before cleaning.  
Repeat one or all programmed selections using the ‘REPEATbutton. Push the button once to replay any  
single selection. Push the button twice to replay all programmed selections (in programmed order). Push  
the button three times to clear the ‘REPEATfunction. “REPEAT ONEor “REPEAT ALLwill appear on the  
display when the ‘REPEATbutton is pushed.  
2. Clean the head of all visible, reddish-brown oxide with a cotton-tipped swab moistened with a methyl alcohol or any  
solution specifically manufactured for this purpose.  
Caution: DO NOT scrape the head surface with hard, sharp or abrasive objects. This will permanently damage the heads.  
3. Clean the pinch roller by scrubbing the surface of the roller with the moistened swab. Rotate the roller  
by hand until the entire surface is clean.  
When playing a MP3 disc, press ‘REPEAT--> ‘REPEAT ALBUM--> ‘REPEAT ALL--> normal playback.  
4. Clean external case surfaces with a moist, soft cloth. Use only a mild detergent water solution.  
AM/FM Radio Operation  
The 2455AV-03 features a AM/FM PLL (phase locked loop) stereo radio and telescopic antenna for local AM  
and FM stereo reception. To operate the radio:  
1. Plug the unit in.  
Head Demagnetization  
It is recommended that the tape heads be demagnetized from time to time. This eliminates residual  
magnetism which degrades sound reproduction and the recording function.  
2. Set the ‘FUNCTIONselector to Radio.  
1. After cleaning the heads and capstan, place the demagnetizer several feet away from the cassette unit  
and plug it into an AC outlet.  
3. Extend the telescope antenna.  
4. Select AM, FM or FM Stereo reception band.  
5. Use the Tuning buttons to select the desired station.  
6. Adjust antenna for best reception.  
2. Follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions supplied with the demagnetizer.  
Project Intercept  
Please contact us immediately if you experience any difficulties with your Califone product. Our Project Intercept customer service  
Note: The FM “stereoindicator light will appear on the LED display when an FM stereo station is tuned in.  
program will repair or replace warranted items. Contact us via phone 1-800-722-0500 or email warranty@califone.com.  
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Specifications  
Troubleshooting  
Headphone Jacks:  
Output Power  
CD  
14 Watts  
CD play does not begin.  
Is the AC power cord unplugged or loose?  
Radio Frequency Range  
AM 520-1710KHz  
FM 88 - 108 MHz  
80Hz – 12000 Hz  
20Hz – 20000 Hz  
CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3-CDs  
AC 110V – 60Hz, 8”D(UM-1) Cells  
22”W x 8”H x 8.5”D  
11 lbs.  
Is the CD upside down?  
Is the CD or lens excessively dirty?  
Is the disc holder closed properly?  
Is the PAUSE mode on?  
Cassette Frequency Response  
CD Frequency Response  
Disc Compatiblility  
Power Supply  
Is the FUNCTION switch on CD mode?  
Dimensions (WxHxD)  
Weight  
The CD produces no sound.  
The CD sound jumps.  
Is there condensation inside the unit? If so, let stand  
for 1-2 hours until dry.  
Is the lens or CD excessively dirty?  
Is the unit subjected to excessive vibration?  
Are there any bad scratches on the CD?  
Is CD loaded upside down?  
CD stops immediately.  
Troubleshooting  
Is CD not set properly in tray?  
Problems  
Items To Check  
Is CD excessively dirty?  
CD takes too long to start  
Press STOP and PLAY/PAUSE again, repeat if necessary.  
General  
The unit does not operate.  
Is the AC power cord unplugged?  
Are the batteries fully charged?  
AM/FM Radio  
No sound or signal  
Is FUNCTION Selector set to Radio?  
Cassette  
Is Band Selector set properly?  
Cassette cannot be loaded.  
Is cassette being loaded properly?  
Is the PLAY key depressed?  
Signal is unclear.  
Is telescoping antenna fully extended and properly  
positioned for best reception?  
The tape does not move.  
Is the PAUSE key depressed?  
FM Stereo reception is unclear.  
Tune Radio so FM Stereo LED is lit. Adjust antenna if necessary.  
The tape gets caught in the tape  
transport mechanism.  
Is the pinch roller or capstan dirty?  
Is there excessive slack in the tape?  
Is the tape too old or the quality bad?  
Is there excessive slack in the tape?  
Are the tape heads dirty?  
Tape speed is slow.  
Tape running is unstable.  
There is excessive noise, the sound  
quivers or there are breaks in the sound.  
Recording  
The RECORD key cannot be depressed.  
Make sure to register your product for warranty coverage. Visit califone.com  
Is a cassette loaded? Is the cassette’s erasure  
prevention tab broken off?  
Recording cannot be done.  
Are the heads dirty?  
The previous recording cannot be erased.  
Is the erasure head dirty?  
Is the tape type other than type 1 normal bias?  
Is the master volume turned up?  
No sound output.  
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