Crosley Radio Turntable CR245 User Manual

18-1-08  
WARRANTY  
Crosley Radio Products are warranted against defects in material and  
workmanship for a period of 90 days beginning from the date of sale to the  
original purchaser.  
CR245  
Should the unit fail under normal usage during the 90 day warranty period, a  
request for RETURN AUTHORIZATION (R.A.) must be made by the original  
customer before returning the unit. Call Crosley Radio customer service for  
Return Authorization at (502) 583-4246 from 9 AM to 5 PM (EST) Monday to  
Friday.  
Director CD Recorder  
Upon receiving the RETURN AUTHORIZATION number from the Customer  
Service Department, properly pack your unit in its original packaging. Include  
any adapters, parts, & accessories which were originally provided with the  
product, along with a check or money order for $19.95 made out to Crosley  
Radio to cover the handling and return postage. Display the R.A. # on the  
outside of the carton and ship PREPAID via standard UPS or its equivalent.  
Instruction Manual  
ATTN: RETURNS DEP'T  
2001 PRODUCTION DRIVE  
BAY 2 & 3  
LOUISVILLE, KY 40299  
CROSLEY RADIO assumes no responsibility for units sent without prior Return Authorization.  
The purchaser’s bill of sale is the only proof of warranty entitlement and must accompany the unit.  
The warranty does not cover damage due to acts of nature, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial  
use or modification of, or to any part of the product. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper  
operation or maintenance, connection to improper voltage supply, or attempted repair by anyone other than  
a facility authorized by Crosley Radio to service the product. This warranty does not cover products sold  
AS IS or consumables (such as fuses or batteries). This warranty is valid only in the United States.  
This warranty gives the purchaser specified legal rights in addition to any rights which may vary from state  
to state.  
In accordance with the "Moss-Magnuson Warranty Act" of July 10, 1975, this is termed a "limited warranty"  
which in no way compromises Crosley Radio‚ high standards of Quality and Workmanship.  
18-1-08  
910-270500-001-R1  
 
CD Operation  
Getting Started  
Unpacking  
Power Source  
CD Recording Operation  
Recording Records to CD  
Preparation  
This unit is designed to record CD-R and CD-RW  
discs bearing the identification logo “Compact Disc  
Recordable” or “CD-Rewritable”. If CD’s do not  
conform to this standard, they may not record  
properly.  
1
2
Unwind the AC POWER CORD (37) at the back  
of the unit and connect it to a power outlet.  
1
Remove packing materials from unit.  
1
2
3
Load a compatible blank CD-R or CD-RW into  
the unit.  
NOTE: Save all packing materials.  
Plug A/C cord into appropriate outlet.  
Press the FUNCTION button (2/63) to set the  
unit to Phono mode.  
2
3
4
Remove plastic bag covering radio.  
Remove plastic safety cover from A/C plug.  
Set the SPEED CONTROL SWITCH (32) to  
the correct speed (33 1/3, 45 or 78 rpm) for  
the selected record.  
AC  
Remove tie from A/C cord and untie antenna  
wire on back of radio.  
Polarized Plug  
4
Use the CUE LEVER (30) to raise the tone  
arm off its rest. Move the tone arm over the  
record and use the cue lever to lower it to the  
point you want the recording to start.  
5
6
7
Open lid and remove styrofoam shipping  
material from turntable.  
3
This product is equipped with a polarized  
alternating current line plug (a plug having one  
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into  
the power outlet only one way. This is a safety  
feature, If you are unable to insert the plug fully  
into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug  
should still fail to fit, contact you electrician to  
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the  
purpose of the polarized plug.  
Remove black tie-wrap from under the tone  
arm.  
5
6
Press the CD RECORD button (7/50). “Record”  
will show on the LCD. The CD will begin  
recording.  
Remove tape and white protective needle cover  
by gently pulling down off the tone arm.  
Once the first side of the record is finished,  
press the STOP(12/48) button. The display will  
read “CLOSE TK” for two seconds and then  
change to “PHONO”.  
7
8
Turn the record over and repeat steps 4-6 to  
record the other side.  
Headphones Jack Operation  
After recording is completed, press the STOP  
(12/48) button. The display will read "CLOSE  
TK" for two second and then change to  
"PHONO".  
1
2
Connect headphones to the Headphone Jack (13)  
Adjust volume to the desired listening level.  
8
9
Turn the TURNTABLE SUSPENSION SCREW  
(28) clockwise until it is all the way down.  
Do not force or over tighten it. This allows the  
turntable to float on its shock absorbers.  
NOTE: When using headphones, the sound to the unit  
speakers will be cut off.  
9
Once you have finished the recording, press  
the FINALIZE (5/54) button. The display will  
read "Finalize".  
10 Once the CD has been finalized, the unit will  
return to Phono mode and the display will show  
"PHONO". The CD is now ready for use.  
Headphone Jack(13)  
NOTE: If the CD is not finalized, it will not play in any  
other CD player. Not all CD players are  
compatible with CD-R and CD-RW’s. Check  
the owner’s manual for other CD players for  
compatibility.  
Release tone arm hold down clip by gently  
pushing to the right. This will unlock tone arm  
from its arm rest. Re-lock the hold down clip  
when moving the unit to another location.  
The sound from all speakers is cut off.  
NOTE: Headphones not included with unit.  
11  
4
 
Control Locators  
CD Operation  
Unit Controls  
Playing a CD  
Random Play  
35 Aux In Jack  
1
2
Press the FUNCTION button (2/63) to set the  
unit to CD mode.  
1
2
While playing a CD, press the RANDOM button  
(43) on the remote control. “Rand” will show on  
the LCD display. The unit will randomly select  
songs from the CD.  
36 Audio Output Jack  
37 AC Power Cord  
38 External antenna  
39 Adapter For 45 rpm Records  
Press the EJECT button (17/41) to open the CD  
drawer. Insert a CD into the tray with the label  
side facing up.  
To cancel Random playback, press the  
RANDOM button (43) again.  
38  
3
Press the EJECT button (17/41) again to close  
the CD drawer. The display will show “CD Load”  
for a few seconds and playback will automatically  
begin.  
37  
Programmed Playback  
1
2
Make sure the CD is stopped.  
4
5
To skip forwards or backwards through the tracks  
on a CD, press the  
(11/59) or  
(8/47) buttons.  
Remote Controls  
Press the PROGRAM button (20/42). " 01" will  
shown on the display.  
To fast forward or rewind through a track, press  
and hold the (11) or (8) buttons on the  
40 Power Button  
41 Eject Button  
42 Program Button  
43 Random Button  
44 Repeat Button  
45 CD Rewind  
46 FIND Button  
47 Backward Skip  
48 Stop Button  
49 Folder + Button  
50 Record Button  
51 Track Split Button  
52 Erase Button  
53 Band Button(AM/FM)  
54 Finalize Button  
55 0-9, 10+ Button  
56 Mute Button  
57 CD Fast Forward  
58 Play/CD Pause Button  
59 Forward Skip  
60 Folder - Button  
61 Mono/Stereo Button  
62 EQ Button  
35  
36  
control panel. Release the buttons once you  
reach the desired position on the track. To use  
the remote to fast forward or rewind, press the  
3
4
5
Press the  
(11/59) or  
(8/47)buttons to  
select a desired track.  
(57) or  
(45) button one time. Once the  
Press the PROGRAM button (20/42) twice to  
store the selected track number.  
desired position is reached, press the button  
again to resume play.  
39  
Repeat above steps 3 and 4 to program  
additional tracks into memory.  
POWER  
EJECT  
NOTE: Maximum of 99 tracks can be programmed  
Repeat Playback  
40  
into memory.  
1
4
7
0
2
5
3
6
41  
42  
1
To repeat a single track, select the desired track  
number and press the REPEAT button (44)  
once. Press the PLAY button. "Repeat one" will  
show on the display and the selected track will  
repeat once it is finished.  
55  
PROGRAM  
RANDOM  
REPEAT  
FIND  
8
9
43  
2
3
To repeat a whole CD, press the REPEAT button  
(44) twice. The display will show "Repeat All".  
Once the disc is finished, it will start over again  
from the beginning.  
10+  
MUTE  
44  
56  
57  
45  
46  
47  
58  
59  
60  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
48  
49  
To turn off the repeat feature, press the REPEAT  
button (44) again. The repeat display will  
disappear from the LCD.  
FOLDER  
-
FOLDER  
+
REC  
MO/ST  
FUNCTION  
VOL +  
50  
51  
TRACK  
SPLIT  
EQ  
ERASE  
FINALIZE  
52  
53  
VOL -  
BAND  
54  
63 Function Button  
64 Volume Down  
65 Volume Up  
9
6
 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION  
General  
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY ALL THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
THAT ARE APPLICABLE TO YOUR EQUIPMENT  
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.  
2. Retain instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.  
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating Instructions should be adhered to.  
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.  
5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use  
a damp cloth for cleaning.  
Troubleshooting  
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.  
7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or  
laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.  
8. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven  
surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.  
There is no Power  
1
Make sure the radio is plugged in correctly.  
2
Check to see that the power button is pushed  
in.  
9. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable  
operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked  
or covered, The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or  
other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built - in installation such as a bookcase  
or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.  
10. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label,  
if you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home. Consult your product dealer or local power company. For  
products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.  
11. Grounding or Polarization - This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having  
one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you  
are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug, If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your  
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.  
12. 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, paying particular attention to  
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.  
There is no Sound  
1
Check the volume level by turning the volume  
knob.  
Turntable will not work  
1
2
3
Make sure the unit is set to Phono mode by  
pressing the Function button.  
Make sure the protective needle cover is  
removed.  
AC  
13. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left  
Polarized Plug  
unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect  
the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power - line surges.  
14. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric  
light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,  
extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.  
15. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result  
in a risk of fire or electric shock.  
Make sure the chrome Turntable Suspension  
Screw is screwed all the way down.  
CD does not play  
16. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch  
dangerous voltage points or short - out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind  
on the product.  
1
Check to make sure CD is inserted correctly  
(label side facing up).  
17. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous  
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
2
3
4
Check that the surface of the CD is clean  
Make sure function switch is set to CD.  
Make sure the CD is not blank.  
18. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel  
under the following conditions;  
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.  
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.  
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.  
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that  
are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and  
will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.  
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.  
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.  
19. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement  
parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions  
may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.  
20. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety  
checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.  
21. Wall or ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.  
22. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators. Heat registers, stoves, or other  
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could  
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
NOTE: 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 intereference 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 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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CD Operation  
Table of Contents  
Welcome  
Thank you for purchasing the Crosley Director  
CD Recorder (CR245). Before operating this unit,  
please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for  
future reference.  
Getting Started  
Manual Track Division  
Erasing a CD-RW  
Unpacking.................................  
4
4
Power Source...........................  
If using a CD-RW, you can erase the whole CD and  
rerecord it. Erase procedures are only possible with  
CD-RW discs. It is not possible to erase or rerecord  
a CD-R CD. To erase a CD-RW, follow the steps  
below.  
You can divide your recording into separate tracks  
if you wish. By doing this, each song will have its  
own sequential track number. To do this, you must  
use the Split Track button (6/51).  
Control Locators....................... 5-6  
About This Manual  
Instructions in this manual describe the control  
functions of the CR245.  
Basic Operation  
While Recording your record , listen for the end of  
each song. There will usually be a brief silence  
between songs. Once you are at the end of the  
song, press the Split Track button. The recording  
will then go to the next track number by increments  
of one. Once the recording is finished, you can press  
General.....................................  
Radio Operation.......................  
Turntable Operation..................  
7
7
8
Included in the package:  
Director CD Recorder  
Remote Control  
1
Press the FUNCTION button (2/63) to set the  
unit to CD mode.  
45 RPM adaptor  
2
3
4
Load a recorded CD-RW into the unit.  
the  
(11/59) or the (8/47) buttons to go to  
the beginning of each song.  
CD Operation  
Press the STOP button (12/48) to stop playback.  
Playing a CD............................... 9  
Programmed Playback................ 9  
Press the ERASE button (3/52). ERASE / Y will  
appear on the display ,Press PLAY Button(14/58)  
to confirm and the erasing process will begin,if  
cancel please press the STOP Button(12/48) .  
When finished, the display will first read “F Done”  
and then “BLANK CD”.  
Playing MP3 CD’s...................... 10  
Recording records to CD........... 11  
Erasing CD-RW CD’s................. 12  
5
The CD is now ready to record.  
Audio / Connections  
NOTE: Once a CD is erased, the contents that were  
Audio.......................................... 13  
on the CD cannot be retrieved.  
General  
Troubleshooting Guide................ 14  
Warranty....................................... 15  
12  
 
CD Operation  
Control Locators  
Playing MP3 CD’s  
Search Play  
1
Unit Controls  
MP3 CD’s normally contain many files. By using the  
search features described below, you can easily and  
quickly locate albums or songs. Follow the steps  
below to use the search feature.  
This unit will play CD’s recorded in MP3 format. All  
the controls and functions work the same as a regular  
CD. Listed below are features and instructions that  
are unique to playing a MP3 CD.  
1
2
Speakers  
Function Button  
(CD/PHONO/RADIO/AUX)  
Erase Button  
Band Button(AM/FM)  
Finalize Button  
Track Split Button  
Record Button  
Search by File Name  
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Folder/Album Playback  
Search by File Name  
1
2
In stop or play mode, press the FIND (16/46)to  
start the alphabetic and numerical search.  
If your MP3 CD is separated into folders, follow the  
steps below to access the folders.  
Backward Skip  
Line In Jack  
Press the FOLDER+(19/49) or the FOLDER-  
(18/60) buttons to select the corresponding letter  
or number of the track you are searching for.  
1
While the CD is stopped, press the FOLDER+  
(19/49) or the FOLDER- (18/60) buttons to  
advance forward or backwards through the  
folders on your disc.  
27 26 25 24 23  
22  
21  
10 CD Drawer  
11 Forward Skip  
12 Stop Button  
13 Headphone Jack  
14 Play/Pause  
15 Power Button  
16 FIND Button  
17 Eject Button  
18 Folder - Button  
19 Folder + Button  
20 Program Button  
21 Tuning Knob  
22 Dial Scale  
23 LCD Display  
24 Stand By Indicator  
25 Stereo Indicator  
26 Sensor  
27 Volume Knob  
28 Turntable Suspension Screw  
29 Hold Down Clip  
30 Cue Lever  
3
4
When the desired track is found, press the  
PLAY (14/58) button to start playing the selected  
track.  
2
3
Once the desired folder is reached, use the  
FORWARD SKIP(11/59) or the BACKWARD  
SKIP(8/47) buttons to select the desired track.  
To exit search mode press the FIND button until  
the " " disappears from the LCD display.  
2
20  
3
5
7
19  
17  
18  
16  
4
6
Press the PLAY (14/58) to begin playback of the  
selected track.  
15  
Search by Folder / Album Title  
8
14  
1
While the CD is stopped, press the FIND (16/46)  
button twice to start to browse the album. The  
search icon, ALBUM 001 and its name will be  
shown on the display.  
CD Information  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
If the MP3 CD has track information stored on it,  
such as artist and title, the LCD will display that  
information during playback of the CD.  
2
3
Press the FOLDER+ (19/49) or FOLDER - (18/60)  
button repeatedly to select the desired album.  
Press the FORWARD SKIP(11/59) or the  
BACKWARD SKIP(8/47) buttons to select the  
desired folder/album.  
28 29  
30  
1
2
3
While the MP3 disc is playing, press the BAND  
(4/53) button.  
NOTE: The search feature will only work if the MP3 CD has  
information such as Folder, Artist and Song titles  
already stored on the CD. This information is added  
at the time the CD is created and cannot be added  
afterwards.  
31 Tone Arm Rest  
32 Speed Control Switch  
33 Tone Arm  
The CD information will start to scroll across the  
LCD.  
31  
34 Turntable  
32  
33  
NOTE: You cannot record MP3 CD’s with this unit. They  
must be created with a computer or other device.  
Press the BAND (4/53) button again to cancel  
the information.  
NOTE: If the CD was recorded without any track information,  
UNKNOWN will be displayed when the BAND  
button is pressed.  
34  
5
10  
 
Basic Operation  
Basic Operation  
General  
Accessory: ADAPTER FOR 45 RPM  
Antenna  
Turntable Operation  
Antenna: for FM reception, the unit is provided with  
a FM WIRE ANTENNA (38) , move the wire until  
the reception is clear and with no interferences. For  
AM reception, the unit is provided with a directional  
build-in ferrite antenna. Rotate the set to find the  
position in which the best reception is obtained. Do  
1
2
Press the FUNCTION button (2/63) to set the  
unit to Phono mode.  
1
2
3
Make sure the unit is plugged in correctly to an  
AC outlet.  
To play the 45rpm record, place the ADAPTER (39)  
on the spindle.  
Press the POWER button (15/40) to turn on the  
unit .  
Set the SPEED CONTROL SWITCH (32) to  
the correct speed (331/3, 45 or 78 rpm) for the  
selected record.  
not connect the EXTERNAL FM ANTENNA (38) to  
any outside antenna.  
Once the power is turned on, press the  
FUNCTION button (2/63) to switch between  
CD/Tuner/Phono/Aux. When switching between  
functions, wait one second after pressing the  
function button before pressing it again. This  
gives the unit time to load the correct information  
for the selected function.  
3
4
Use the CUE LEVER (30) to raise the tone arm  
off its rest. Move the tone arm over the record  
and use the cue lever to lower it to the point  
you want the record to start.  
At the end of the record, the tone arm will return  
to its rest.  
Radio Operation  
1
2
Press the FUNCTION button (2/63) to set the  
unit to Tuner mode  
Press the BAND button (4/53) to select the  
desired tuning band (AM/FM).  
3
4
Select the desired radio station by rotating  
TUNING KNOB (21).  
Adjust the volume to the desired listening level.  
7
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