1. Kupu Whakataki
Mauruuru koe mo te hokoasing the Sharp QT-CD290 Portable CD MP3 Cassette Boombox. This device offers versatile audio playback options including CD, MP3 CD, cassette tapes, AM/FM radio, and an auxiliary input for external devices. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of your new boombox. Please read these instructions thoroughly before use and retain them for future reference.
2. Nga korero haumaru
Hei whakarite i te mahi haumaru me te aukati i te kino, me whai i nga whakatupato e whai ake nei:
- Kaua e tukuna te waeine ki te ua, te makuku, te wera nui ranei.
- A ape i te whakanoho i te waeine ki te taha o nga puna wera penei i nga radiators, rehita wera, umu, me etahi atu taputapu (tae atu ki ampkaiwhakaora) e whakaputa ana i te wera.
- Kaua e araia nga whakatuwheratanga hau. Me whakarite kia tika te mokowhiti huri noa i te waeine kia pai ai te rere o te hau.
- Use only the specified batteries (6 x UM-2/C size). Ensure correct polarity when inserting batteries.
- Kaua e hanumi nga pākahiko tawhito me nga pākahiko hou, nga momo pākahiko rereke ranei.
- Remove batteries if the unit will not be used for a long period.
- Clean the unit only with a dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
- Kaua e tarai ki te mahi i tenei hua maau ake. Tirohia nga ratonga katoa ki nga kaimahi tohu tohu.
- Tiakina te waeine mai i nga papa autō kaha.
3. Hua Neke Atuview
Familiarize yourself with the components of your Sharp QT-CD290 boombox.
Whakaahua 1: Mua view of the Sharp QT-CD290 Portable CD MP3 Cassette Boombox with the telescopic antenna extended. This image shows the main control panel, CD compartment, cassette deck, and stereo speakers.
Whakaahua 2: Mua view of the Sharp QT-CD290 Portable CD MP3 Cassette Boombox with the telescopic antenna retracted. This view highlights the compact design when not using the radio function.
Wae matua:
- Top-Loading CD Compartment: For playing audio CDs and MP3 CDs.
- Rahora Ripene: For playing and recording cassette tapes.
- Tuner AM/FM: Built-in radio for receiving AM and FM broadcasts.
- Pūihi FM Karuārai: Extendable antenna for improved FM reception.
- Tāuru Āwhina (AUX IN): 3.5mm jack mo te hono i nga taputapu oro o waho.
- Whakaaturanga LCD: Shows current function, track number, radio frequency, etc.
- Patene Mana: Power, Function, Volume, Play/Pause, Stop, Skip/Search, Record, etc.
- Kaikōrero Tirooro: Integrated speakers for audio output.
4. Tatūnga
4.1 Whakakaha i te Waeine
The Sharp QT-CD290 boombox is designed for portable use and operates solely on batteries. It does not include an AC power adapter and cannot be powered directly from a wall outlet.
- Locate the battery compartment on the underside or rear of the unit.
- Whakatuwheratia te uhi o te wahanga pākahiko.
- Insert six (6) UM-2/C size batteries, ensuring the correct polarity (+/-) as indicated inside the compartment.
- Katia kia mau te uhi o te wahanga pākahiko.
Note: For optimal performance and to prevent battery leakage, use high-quality alkaline batteries and replace all batteries at the same time.
5. Nga Tohutohu Whakahaere
5.1 Mana Whanui
Familiarize yourself with the main control buttons:
- POWER/FUNC: Press to turn the unit ON/OFF. Press repeatedly to cycle through functions (CD/MP3, TAPE, AM, FM, AUX).
- VOL+ / VOL-: Whakaritea te taumata oro.
- KATI: Stops playback for CD/MP3 or Cassette.
- TARI/TARI: Starts or pauses CD/MP3 playback.
- SKIP/SEARCH (◀◀ / ▶▶): Skips tracks on CD/MP3. Fast forwards/rewinds on cassette.
- TUNE ▲ / ▼: Tunes radio frequency up or down.
- Matawai: Automatically scans for radio stations.
- MEM: Stores or recalls radio presets.
- MODE-P: Programs CD/MP3 playback order.
- PANUI: Initiates cassette recording (from CD, Radio, or AUX).
5.2 CD/MP3 Playback
- Pehia te TE MANA/MAHI button repeatedly until 'CD' or 'MP3' appears on the display.
- Open the top-loading CD compartment cover.
- Whakatakotoria he CD, he CD MP3 rānei ki runga i te miro, me te taha tapanga e anga ana ki runga.
- Close the CD compartment cover securely.
- Pehia te TAKARO/PAUSE paatene ki te tiimata te purei ano.
- Whakamahi SKIP/SEARCH (◀◀ / ▶▶) to navigate between tracks. Hold to fast forward or rewind within a track.
- Perehi KATI ki te whakamutu purei.
5.3 Cassette Playback and Recording
Purei:
- Pehia te TE MANA/MAHI button repeatedly until 'TAPE' appears on the display.
- Open the cassette deck door.
- Whakauruhia he rīpene rīpene me te mata tuwhera e anga whakarunga ana.
- Katia te tatau o te papa rīpene.
- Pehia te TAKARO button on the cassette controls to start playback.
- Whakamahi SKIP/SEARCH (◀◀ / ▶▶) for fast forward or rewind.
- Perehi KATI ki te whakamutu purei.
Te tuhi:
- Insert a blank or recordable cassette tape into the cassette deck.
- Select the desired source (CD, AM/FM Radio, or AUX) using the TE MANA/MAHI pātene.
- Start playback on the source (e.g., play a CD, tune to a radio station).
- Pehia te REKOTI button on the cassette controls. The PLAY button will also engage.
- Hei whakamutu i te hopukanga, paatohia te KATI button on the cassette controls.
5.4 AM/FM Reo Irirangi Mahi
- Pehia te TE MANA/MAHI button repeatedly until 'AM' or 'FM' appears on the display.
- For FM reception, extend the telescopic antenna fully and adjust its position for best reception. For AM reception, rotate the entire unit for best signal.
- Whakamahia te TUNE ▲ / ▼ buttons to manually tune to a desired station.
- Ko te tikanga, pehia te KAUPAPA button to automatically search for and stop at the next available station.
- To save a station as a preset, tune to the station, then press the MEM pātene. Whakamahi TUNE ▲ / ▼ ki te whiriwhiri i te tau tatūkē, ka pēhi MEM ano ki te whakau.
- Hei maumahara i te tatūkē, pēhia MEM katahi ka whakamahi TUNE ▲ / ▼ ki te tohu i te tau tatūkē e hiahiatia ana.
5.5 Using the Aux Input
- Pehia te TE MANA/MAHI te paatene kia puta ra ano te 'AUX' ki te whakaaturanga.
- Honoa tetahi pito o te taura oro 3.5mm (kāore i te whakaurua) ki te hononga AUX IN i runga i te pouaka oro.
- Honoa te pito o te taura oro ki te hononga paneoro, ki te putanga oro rānei o tō pūrere o waho (hei tauira, waea atamai, kaitākaro MP3).
- Start playback on your external device. The audio will be routed through the boombox speakers.
- Whakaritehia te puoro ma te whakamahi i te VOL + / VOL- buttons on the boombox and/or the volume control on your external device.
6. Tiaki
Proper care and maintenance will ensure the longevity of your boombox.
- Te horoi i te Waehe: Wipe the exterior with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners, waxes, or solvents.
- Te horoi i te karu CD: If CD playback issues occur, use a commercially available CD lens cleaner disc.
- Te horoi i te Upoko Ripene: Periodically clean the cassette head, pinch roller, and capstan with a cotton swab lightly dampka whakakiia ki te waipiro isopropyl.
- Tiaki Pūhiko: Remove batteries if the unit is not used for extended periods to prevent leakage.
- Rokiroki: Store the unit in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and dust.
7. Te Raru
If you experience problems with your boombox, refer to the following table for possible solutions.
| Raruraru | Take pea | Rongoā |
|---|---|---|
| Karekau he kaha | Kua pau nga pākahiko, kua he ranei te whakaurunga. | Replace with new UM-2/C size batteries, ensuring correct polarity. |
| CD/MP3 skips or does not play | CD is dirty, scratched, or inserted incorrectly. CD lens is dirty. | Clean the CD with a soft cloth. Try another CD. Clean the CD lens with a cleaner disc. Ensure CD is inserted label-side up. |
| He pai te powhiri reo irirangi | Antenna not extended/adjusted. Weak signal. Interference. | For FM, fully extend and adjust the telescopic antenna. For AM, rotate the unit. Move the unit away from other electronic devices. |
| Ko te purei rīpene kua kōrorirori, kua hūpē rānei | Cassette head is dirty or demagnetized. Tape is old or damaged. | Clean the cassette head, pinch roller, and capstan. Try a different tape. |
| No sound from Aux Input | Incorrect function selected. Cable not connected properly. External device volume too low. | Ensure 'AUX' function is selected. Check cable connections. Increase volume on both the boombox and the external device. |
8. Whakatakotoranga
Technical specifications for the Sharp QT-CD290 Portable CD MP3 Cassette Boombox:
| Āhuahira | Taipitopito |
|---|---|
| Waitohu | koi |
| Tauira | QT-CD290 |
| Compatible Media Types | CD, MP3 CD, Cassette |
| Hangarau Tuner | AM/FM Tirohanga |
| Aratau Putanga Ororongo | Tirooro |
| Te Mana Putanga | 2.4 watts (1.2 W x 2 RMS) |
| Puna Mana | Battery Powered (6 x UM-2/C size batteries, not included) |
| Momo Tuhono | Auxiliary (3.5mm input) |
| Compatible Devices (Aux) | Speaker, Headphone, Smartphone, Laptop, Tablet, MP3 Players, TV |
| Rahi Hua (L x W x H) | 23.88 x 12.45 x 22.35 cm (9.4 x 4.9 x 8.8 inihi) |
| Taumaha Tūemi | 1.36 kg (3 lbs) |
| Tautoko Nihokikorangi | Kao |
9. Pūtāhui me te Tautoko
For warranty information or technical support regarding your Sharp QT-CD290 boombox, please refer to the warranty card included with your purchase or visit the official Sharp Electronics website for your region. You may also contact Sharp customer service directly for assistance.





