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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 

 

If you experience difficulties in the use of this clock radio, please check the following or call 1-
800-777-5331 for Customer Service and support 

 

Symptom 

 

Possible Cause 

 

Solution 

 

Noise or sound 
distorted on AM or FM 
broadcast  

- Station not tuned properly for AM 

or FM.  

- The internal antennas are not 

positioned correctly  

- Retune the AM or FM broadcast 

station.  

- Reposition the unit until the best 

reception is obtained.  

AM or FM no sound  

- Unit not in “RADIO” function 

mode.  

- Volume set at minimum  

- Tap the FUNCTION BUTTON to 

select FM or AM mode.  

- Increase Volume.  

CD player will not play   - Unit not in CD function mode.  

- CD is not loaded properly.  
- If the CD is self-compiled, the 

media used may not be 
compatible with the player.  

- Select CD function mode.  
- Load CD with label side up.  
- Use better quality blank media and 

retest.  

CD skips while playing  

Disc is dirty or scratched.  

Wipe CD with clean cloth or use 
another disc.  

Intermittent sound 
from CD player  

- Dirty or defective disc  
- Dirty pick up lens  
- Player is subject to excessive 

shock or vibration  

- Clean or replace the defective disc.  

- Use a CD lens cleaning disc to 
clean the lens.  

- Relocate the player away from shock 

or vibration.  

Sound appears 
distorted at high 
volume setting  

Volume control is set to maximum.   Adjust Volume control to a lower 

comfortable level.  

No charging from the 
USB port 

The USB cable is damaged or not 
securely attached 

Replace the USB cable or try 
reconnecting it again 

 

 
 

SPECIFICATION 

 
Power:  

AC Adaptor:  

    

Input AC 100-240V ~

 

 

Output: DC 5V 

 3A 

 

Backup battery: 

2 x AA batteries (not included) 

 

USB Charging:  

DC 5V 

 2.1A 

 

Frequency Range: 

FM 87.5 – 108 MHz 

    

AM 520 – 1710 kHz 

 

 

At Spectra, environmental and social responsibility is a core value 
of  our  business. We  are  dedicated  to  continuous  implementation 
of responsible initiatives with an aim to conserve and maintain the 
environment through responsible recycling. 

 

Please visit us at http://www.spectraintl.com/green.htm for more information on Spectra’s 
green initiatives or to find a recycler in your area. 
 

Summary of Contents for JCR-390

Page 1: ...CK RADIO MODEL JCR 390 USER MANUAL PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS UNIT AND RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Please contact Spectra Customer Service at 1 800 777...

Page 2: ...completely the AC adaptor should be disconnected form the mains socket outlet completely 10 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 11 Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket...

Page 3: ...lation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers table cloths curtains etc 25 No open flame sources such as lit candles should be placed on the product 2...

Page 4: ...tment or performance of procedures other than those specified here may result in exposure to hazardous radiation Should any trouble occur remove the power source and refer servicing to qualified perso...

Page 5: ...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 comforta...

Page 6: ...E 5 LOCATION OF CONTROLS...

Page 7: ...WER BUTTON 6 AUX IN INDICATOR 22 SKIP BUTTON 7 PROGRAM INDICATOR 23 SKIP BUTTON 8 REPEAT INDICATOR 24 ALARM OFF PLAY PAUSE BUTTON 9 PM INDICATOR 25 TIME SET CD STOP BUTTON 10 SLEEP INDICATOR 26 CD DOO...

Page 8: ...lacing the battery do not disconnect the power adaptor Otherwise all clock and alarm settings will be lost Note The unit will still operate without the batteries installed but the time and alarm setti...

Page 9: ...ill stop flashing Checking the time Press and hold the TIME SET BUTTON 25 2 seconds when the unit is in CD FM or AM modes and the current time will show on the LED DISPLAY 1 for 5 seconds The previous...

Page 10: ...the SNOOZE BUTTON 20 to temporarily turn off the alarm or press and hold the ALARM OFF BUTTON 24 or POWER BUTTON 21 two seconds to turn the alarm off If no buttons are pressed when the alarm is soundi...

Page 11: ...Radio AM Radio AUX 3 Tap the FUNCTION BUTTON 19 repeatedly to select either FM or AM radio mode 4 The FM or AM frequency will show on the LED display 1 5 Manual Tuning Repeatedly tap the SKIP BUTTON...

Page 12: ...take up to 10 seconds for playback to start If playback does not start it is likely due to the quality of the CD R RW disc and or the compatibility of the CD compilation software Manufacturer is not...

Page 13: ...de 1 Press and hold the PROGRAM BUTTON 17 The PROGRAM INDICATOR 7 light on the LED DISPLAY and the program number P01 will flash 2 Press the SKIP BUTTON 23 SKIP BUTTON 22 to select the track to be pro...

Page 14: ...ted then you may need to adjust both the volume control of your external device and the volume control of this system to find the most desirable volume setting 2 Press and hold the POWER BUTTON 21 to...

Page 15: ...t support data transfer or connection to a computer Don t connect the USB port of the unit to another USB charger It may damage both units and void the warranty CARE AND MAINTENANCE 1 Do not subject t...

Page 16: ...or use another disc Intermittent sound from CD player Dirty or defective disc Dirty pick up lens Player is subject to excessive shock or vibration Clean or replace the defective disc Use a CD lens cle...

Page 17: ...lure to provide reasonable care and necessary maintenance as outlined in the user manual 3 Warranty of all SPECTRA products applies to residential use only and is void when products are used in nonres...

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