Technika Portable Stereo System BB 210CE User Manual

BB-210CE  
Owner’s  
Handbook  
CD/MP3/USB Boombox  
 
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 important  
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.  
Do not install or operate near any heat sources such  
as radiators, stoves, or other apparatus that produce  
heat.  
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION  
Mains Supply: The mains operating voltage of this unit  
is marked on a rating plate on the rear of the unit.  
The means of disconnecting this appliance from  
the mains supply is the mains plug. This should be  
unobstructed and readily operable at all times.  
WARNING: DANGER OF RADIATION  
These labels tell you that the unit contains a laser  
component. Opening the CD compartment lid and  
defeating the safety interlocks will expose the user to  
radiation from the laser beam. Do not stare into the  
laser while it is operating.  
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when  
unused for long periods of time.  
 
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INTRODUCTION  
PRELIMINARIES  
INDEX  
INDEX  
The BB-210CE is a full-function, stereo Boombox for replay of  
CD and MP3/WMA files stored on a CD-ROM, USB flash drive  
or SD card.  
UNPACKING  
Carefully unpack the unit.  
Important safety information..................................1  
Introduction ............................................................2  
Unpacking ...............................................................2  
Controls and connections.........................................3  
Fitting batteries.......................................................5  
Connecting power ...................................................5  
Listening to the radio ..............................................6  
Setting the volume..................................................6  
CD/MP3/WMA display .............................................7  
Playing a CD.............................................................7  
Playing MP3/WMA music files.................................8  
Program play...........................................................9  
Playing and recording cassettes.............................10  
Troubleshooting ....................................................11  
Care & Maintenance...............................................11  
Specifications ........................................................11  
Warranty ...............................................................11  
CONTENTS  
The 2-band radio receives FM stereo and AM bands, and the  
built-in cassette recorder will record from the source that is  
playing.  
The BB-210CE may be powered from the AC mains or by  
batteries for portable use.  
The carton should contain:  
The BB-210CE Boombox  
Power cord  
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.  
Retain the User Handbook. If you pass the unit on to a third  
party make sure you pass on the handbook.  
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 AND CONNECTIONS  
TOP VIEW  
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Volume control  
Function (source) switch  
SD Card slot  
USB connector  
Telescopic aerial  
CD loading door  
Carrying handle  
Band switch  
1) Tuning scale  
1! Finger lift for CD door  
1@ Record key (cassette)  
1# Play key (cassette)  
1$ Rewind key (cassette)  
1% Fast forward key (cassette)  
1^ Stop/Eject key (cassette)  
1& Pause key (cassette)  
Tuning control  
 
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CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS  
FRONT VIEW  
BACK VIEW  
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Battery cover  
AC mains inlet  
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Stop button (CD/MP3/USB/SD)  
Mode button (CD/MP3/USB/SD)  
Skip back button (CD/MP3/USB/SD)  
Power indicator  
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FM stereo indicator  
Skip forward button (CD/MP3/USB/SD)  
Album button (MP3/USB/SD)  
Play/pause button (CD/MP3/USB/SD)  
CD display  
1) Cassette loading door  
 
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BATTERY OPERATION  
AC MAINS OPERATION  
FITTING BATTERIES  
1. Unclip the two battery cover latches and remove the  
battery cover.  
FITTING BATTERIES  
Referring to the previous section, fit 6 x ‘C’/’UM2’ batteries  
into the battery compartment.  
Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for a long  
time to avoid the danger of leakage.  
NOTE: Never mix old and new batteries or batteries of  
different types. Batteries should always be replaced as sets.  
CONNECTING POWER  
Check that the mains voltage marked on the rating plate  
on the back panel is the same as the voltage in your  
area.  
Plug the AC power cord into the AC inlet  
Plug the mains plug into the wall socket and switch the  
mains power on.  
POWER CONTROL/FUNCTION  
BATTERY DISPOSAL  
The power control switch is combined with the function  
selector, located on the left side of the unit.  
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!  
2. Fit two ‘C’/’UM2’ batteries into the lower battery  
compartment, observing polarity as shown.  
To turn the radio on:  
Slide the FUNCTION SELECTOR to the RADIO position.  
To play CD/MP3/USB/SD:  
Slide the FUNCTION SELECTOR to the CD/MP3/USB/SD  
position.  
To turn the cassette player on:  
Slide the FUNCTION SELECTOR to the TAPE/OFF position.  
The power will switch on automatically when a cassette  
function key is pressed.  
3. Fit 4 x ‘C’/’UM2’ batteries into the upper battery  
compartment, observing polarity as shown.  
To turn the unit off:  
Slide the FUNCTION SELECTOR to the TAPE/OFF position.  
Check that the cassette player is set to ‘STOP.  
4. Re-fit the battery cover.  
 
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LISTENING TO FM RADIO  
LISTENING TO AM RADIO  
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME  
To listen to FM radio:  
To listen to AM radio:  
To increase the volume:  
Fully extend the telescopic aerial at the back of the unit.  
Move the FUNCTION selector on the left side to select  
the RADIO position.  
Move the BAND selector on the top panel to the FM ST.  
(FM stereo) position.  
Turn the TUNING control to select the station you want  
(the FM frequency scale is the outer scale marked in  
MHz).  
Move the FUNCTION selector on the left side to select  
the RADIO position.  
Move the BAND selector on the top panel to the AM  
position.  
Turn the TUNING control to select the station you want  
(the AM frequency scale is the inner scale marked in  
kHz).  
Rotate the VOLUME control wheel on the left side towards  
the back of the unit.  
To decrease the volume:  
Rotate the VOLUME control wheel on the left side towards  
the front of the unit.  
Fine adjust the tuning so that the station plays clearly.  
Fine adjust the tuning so that the station plays clearly.  
You may be able to improve the clarity of the sound by  
rotating the radio until the sound is clearest.  
If you can hear a lot of background noise when playing the  
station, the signal may be weak.  
You may be able to improve the signal strength by adjusting  
the position of the telescopic aerial or moving the radio to a  
different position.  
NOTE:- It is not necessary to extend the telescopic aerial  
when listening to AM radio.  
If this doesn’t help and the noise persists, switching to FM  
mono reception will reduce the background noise.  
To switch to FM mono:  
Move the BAND slide switch to the FM position.  
NOTE:- FM mono will not give the spatial sound benefits of  
FM stereo, but will always play with less background noise.  
 
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PLAYING A CD  
CD/MP3/WMA DISPLAY FEATURES  
The front panel display shows track and play mode status  
when playing CDs or MP3/WMA music files from a disc or  
from flash media.  
SELECTING CD OPERATION  
PLAYBACK CONTROL  
Play/pause:  
Move the FUNCTION selector on the left side to select  
the CD/MP3/USB/SD position.  
The display on the front panel will light.  
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to toggle between play  
and pause mode during playback.  
LOADING/REMOVING A DISC  
Before loading a disc for the first time:  
Stopping playback:  
Press the STOP button during playback.  
Lift the CD door to open the CD loading bay and remove  
any transit packing that may be fitted to protect the CD  
player in shipping.  
Playback will stop. The total number of tracks will be  
displayed.  
Selecting tracks:  
Loading a CD:  
Press the SKIP+ or SKIP- button briefly to select the  
next or previous track. Pressing SKIP- while playing a  
track will replay the current track.  
Remove any USB or SD card media that is inserted.  
Lift the CD door to open the CD loading bay.  
Holding the disc by the edges, place the disc on the  
turntable in the centre of the CD loading bay with the  
label uppermost. Press the centre of the disc into place  
on the turntable with a click.  
The track number being played will be displayed.  
Fast search:  
Press and hold the SKIP+ or SKIP- button to fast search  
forward or backward through a track.  
Gently close the CD door.  
The track will search at high speed.  
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Play indicator (flashes when paused)  
SD card indicator  
USB drive indicator  
MP3 format indicator  
Repeat mode indicator  
WMA format indicator  
Repeat all indicator  
The unit will read the disc and briefly display the total number  
of tracks on the disc before commencing play automatically  
Repeat/random play:  
During playback, press the MODE button repeatedly to  
cycle through the available modes shown below -  
Removing a disc:  
Ensure that the disc is stopped.  
Lift the CD door to open the CD loading bay.  
Holding the disc by the edges, lift the disc off the  
turntable and place it back in the case.  
Gently close the CD door.  
The mode selected will be shown on the display.  
Random indicator  
Program indicator  
Selecting‘Repeat 1’will continuously repeat the current track.  
Selecting‘Repeat All’will continuously repeat the entire disc.  
SelectingRandom’will play all tracks in a random sequence.  
1) Album indicator (MP3/WMA only)  
1! Track/album number digits  
 
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PLAYING MP3/WMA FROM A CD-ROM OR FLASH MEDIA  
MP3/WMA MUSIC FILE COMPILATIONS  
LOADING A MP3/WMA COMPILATION CD-ROM  
Selecting tracks:  
Press the SKIP+ or SKIP- button briefly to select the  
next or previous track. Pressing SKIP- while playing a  
track will replay the current track.  
This unit will also play MP3/WMA music file compilations.  
These are normally created on a computer and saved to a CD-  
ROM, a USB Flash drive or SD Card.  
MP3/WMA compilation CD-ROMs are loaded and unloaded  
in the same way as CDs. Ensure that there is no Flash Media  
inserted and refer to the section‘LOADING/REMOVING A DISC’  
on the previous page.  
The track number being played will be displayed.  
File organisation:  
Selecting albums:  
The files on the CD-ROM or flash media may be organised in  
the following ways -  
LOADING FLASH MEDIA  
Loading a USB drive or SD card containing MP3/WMA  
files:  
Press the ALBUM button to display the current album  
number.  
Continue pressing the ALBUM button repeatedly to step  
through the albums in the compilation.  
NOTE: Album selection is only possible if the files on the  
media have been organised into albums.  
All music tracks stored in the ‘root’ directory of the CD-  
ROM/Flash Media. In this case, all tracks will be played in  
a numerical/alphabetical order.  
If a disc is loaded, remove it before loading the USB drive/  
SD card. Ensure the CD door is closed.  
Insert the USB drive or SD card into the correct slot on the  
top panel. Note that the slots are polarised.  
Music tracks saved as albums into separate folders on the  
CD-ROM/Flash Media. In this case, each complete album  
will play in numerical/alphabetical order.  
The unit will read the flash media and the display will briefly  
show the total number of tracks on the media.  
Fast search:  
Press and hold the SKIP+ or SKIP- button to fast search  
forward or backward through a track.  
A compilation may also have a combination of the above  
with some tracks stored in the ‘root’ directory and some  
stored in album ‘folders. In this case, the tracks in the  
‘root’ directory will play first, followed by the albums,  
played in sequence.  
PLAYBACK CONTROL  
The track will search at high speed.  
Playback control is the same for all compilations, whether  
stored on a CD-ROM or Flash Media. Once a compilation  
is loaded, play will start automatically. The MP3 or WMA  
indicator on the display will indicate the type of music file  
being played.  
Repeat/random play:  
During playback, press the MODE button repeatedly to  
cycle through the available modes shown below -  
NOTE: MP3 andWMA files may be mixed within a compilation.  
The player will switch automatically to play these as the  
format changes.  
Play/pause:  
SELECTING MP3/WMA OPERATION  
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to toggle between play  
Move the FUNCTION selector on the left side to select  
and pause mode during playback.  
The mode selected will be shown on the display.  
the CD/MP3/USB/SD position.  
The display on the front panel will light.  
‘Repeat 1’will continuously repeat the current track.  
‘Repeat Album’will repeat the album currently playing.  
‘Repeat All’will continuously repeat the compilation.  
‘Random’ will play all tracks on the entire disc/flash  
media in a random sequence.  
Stopping playback:  
Press the STOP button during playback.  
Playback will stop. The total number of tracks will be  
displayed.  
 
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PROGRAM PLAY  
You can store a program selection of up to 20 tracks from a CD  
or 99 tracks from an MP3/WMA compilation to play in your  
preferred sequence.  
To save this track into the program sequence, press the  
MODE button.  
The display will show 02 flashing, indicating that you are now  
entering the second track in the program sequence.  
To set a program:  
Repeat the previous two steps (three steps if you want to  
change album) until you have stored all the tracks in the  
program sequence.  
Load a CD or MP3/WMA compilation and wait for it to  
read.  
Play will begin automatically.  
Press the STOP button to stop playback (programming is  
only possible when stopped).  
Playing the program:  
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to start the program  
Press the MODE button.  
playing.  
The display will show the PROG symbol and P01 flashing (the  
position of this track in the program).  
The PROG symbol will remain on and the program will begin  
to play.  
Selecting tracks:  
You can navigate through the tracks stored in the  
program by pressing the SKIP+ or SKIP- button.  
Clearing the program:  
Press the STOP button twice.  
The PROG symbol will switch off.  
If you are playing a MP3/WMA compilation of albums,  
you can optionally change the album number to program  
by pressing the ALBUM button repeatedly (skip this step  
if you are programming a CD).  
Select the track number you want to program by pressing  
the SKIP+ or SKIP- button.  
 
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PLAYING AND RECORDING CASSETTE TAPES  
You can play cassette tapes in the cassette player. You can  
also record on cassettes from the CD or radio.  
Three types of cassette tapes are generally available - Normal  
(IEC I), Chrome (IEC II) and Metal (IEC IV). The cassette  
player will play all three types, but Normal cassettes are  
recommended for recordings.  
Fast forward and reverse:  
Protecting a tape from accidental recording:  
You can protect a cassette from accidental over-recording as  
follows -  
Press the F.FWD or RWD key to move quickly forwards or  
backwards to a different position on the cassette tape.  
Press the STOP/EJ. key to cancel fast forward or  
reverse.  
Hold the cassette with the side you want to protect  
facing you.  
NOTE:- The automatic shut off feature will not operate for fast  
forward or reverse functions. Always wait by the unit when  
using these functions and switch off manually if the end  
of the cassette is reached. The unit may be damaged if fast  
forward or reverse is left to run unattended.  
Loading a cassette:  
Press the STOP/EJ. key to open the cassette door.  
Place a cassette tape into the loading door with the  
exposed tape facing upwards and the side you want to  
play facing towards you.  
Recording from the CD player, flash media or radio:  
Using the record function, you can record a radio program or  
from CD/MP3/USB/SD onto a cassette tape.  
Close the cassette loading door gently.  
Removing a cassette:  
Select the function that you want to record from (CD/  
MP3/USB/SD or radio).  
Load the cassette tape that you want to use for the  
recording.  
If a cassette is playing, press the STOP/EJ. key to stop  
playback.  
Press the STOP/EJ. key to open the cassette door.  
Lift the cassette out of the loading door.  
Close the cassette loading door gently.  
Using a small screwdriver, break out the tab at the left of  
the cassette as shown.  
It will not now be possible to depress the recording  
button if an attempt is made to record on this side of the  
tape.  
Press the PAUSE key  
The key will lock down.  
Press the REC key.  
Playing a cassette:  
NOTE:- The recording function can be re-enabled if required  
by sticking adhesive tape over the slot in the tape.  
Move the FUNCTION slide switch on the left side to  
select the TAPE/OFF position.  
Load a cassette tape.  
The PLAY key will also lock down automatically.  
The player is now paused, ready to record.  
If recording from a CD, start the CD playing. If recording  
from the radio, wait until the moment the program  
begins.  
Press the PAUSE key to begin recording.  
To pause a recording while it is in progress, press the  
PAUSE key at any time.  
Press the PLAY key.  
The tape will begin to play. The player will switch off  
automatically when the tape has finished playing,  
Pausing a cassette during play:  
The key will latch down and playback will pause.  
To re-start tape playback, press the PAUSE key again.  
Press the PAUSE key.  
When you have finished recording, press the STOP/EJ.  
key to cancel record mode.  
 
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
CARE AND MAINTENANCE  
WARRANTY&SPECIFICATIONS  
Poor quality radio reception  
SPECIFICATIONS  
CARE AND CLEANING  
The aerial signal may not be adequate. Try repositioning the  
telescopic aerial (FM band) or rotating the unit (AM band).  
Supply Voltage, AC mains :......220-230 V~, 50Hz  
Supply Voltage, Battery :.........9V (C/UM2 x 6)  
Power consumption ................12.5W  
Frequency range .....................88-108MHz (FM)  
540-1600kHz (AM)  
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 .  
Skipping when playing a CD/CD-ROM  
The CD playing surface may be dirty or marked with finger  
prints. Try cleaning the CD with a CD cleaner.  
Net Weight:.............................1.9kg  
Music files from a computer will not play  
The music files may not be a compatible format. Check that  
they are MP3 or WMA format.  
The music files may be protected WMA files. If so, these will  
be skipped during play.  
Class II construction double insulated.  
This product must not be connected to earth.  
UK: Waste electrical products/batteries should  
not be disposed of with household waste.  
Separate disposal facilities exist, for your near-  
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.  
Poor quality sound when playing cassettes  
The cassette tape head may be dirty. Use a tape head cleaning  
kit to clean the tape head.  
The cassette RECORD key will not depress  
The cassette may be a pre-recorded music cassette or  
another cassette with the record protection tab removed. Use  
a different cassette for the recording or use adhesive tape to  
defeat the record protection (see page 10).  
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  
BB210CE 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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