CR88- CD

The Governor Entertainment Center

Instruction Manual

910-245400-002
 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 General IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION
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.
Troubleshooting 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
There is no Power a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
1 Make sure the radio is plugged in correctly. 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
2 Check to see that the power button is surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
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
There is no Sound 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
1 Check the volume level by turning the volume or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.
knob. 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.
2 Make sure the ext./int. switch on back of radio 11. Grounding or Polarization - This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having
is on int. (unless you are using external speakers, one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you
in which case it should be on ext.) 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.
Turntable will not work 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
1 Make sure the function switch is set to phono. cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
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
2 Try moving the tone arm to the right until you the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power - line surges.
hear a click. 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.
3 Make sure the protective needle cover is 15. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result
removed. in a risk of fire or electric shock.
16. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch
CD does not play 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 17. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
(label side facing up). voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
18. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions;
2 Check that the surface of the CD is clean 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.
3 Make sure function switch is set to CD. 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.
12 - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.
 WARNING: Connecting Optional Equipment
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
PILOT LAMPS SOLDERED IN PLACE. NO USER SERVICEABLE External Speakers Auxiliary Outputs
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL. 1 This radio is equipped with external speaker 1 You can connect your radio to different sources
outputs. using the auxiliary outputs.

2 The speaker jacks for external speakers are 2 Connect auxiliary cables to the LINE OUT JACK
CAUTION located on the back of the radio. Beside the
speaker jacks is a switch labeled (int./ext.) When
using external speakers, this switch must be
(30) to the auxiliary inputs on the desired
component. See the owner’s manual for the
operating instructions on the desired component.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK switched to the ext. position. Doing this turns off The LINE OUT JACK (30) only puts out a signal.
DO NOT OPEN the internal speakers in the radio and redirects Hooking up external speakers alone must be
to power to the external speakers. hooked up using the EXTERNAL SPEAKER
The lighting flash with CAUTION: TO REDUCE The exclamation point JACKS(31).
arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
within an equilateral
triangle is intended to
3 If you decide not to use the external speakers,
be sure the switch is on int. or the internal
intended to alert user to SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE alert user to the speakers will not work.
the presence of uninsulated presence of important
"dangerous voltage" within COVER (OR BACK). NO operating and
the product's enclosure USER - SERVICEABLE maintenance (servicing)
that may be of sufficient instruction in the
magnitude to constitute PARTS INSIDE. REFER literature accompanying
risk of electric shock SERVICING TO QUALIFIED the appliance.
to persons.
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION
For Compact Disc Units Only:
INVISBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK FAILED
OR DEFEATED. AVOID DIRECT EXPORSURE TO LASER BEAM.

Specification
Frequency Range : AM 520 - 1710 KHz
: FM 87.5 - 108.5 MHz
Power Supply : AC 120V ~ 60Hz
Power Consumption : 18W
Speed : 33 /45 /78 RPM
Speaker : 3” x 5” 8ohm 5W x 2
* DESIGN AND SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

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 CD Operation Welcome Table of Contents
Thank you for purchasing the Crosley The Governor
Entertainment Center (CR88). Before operating this Getting Started
Repeat Playback Programmed Playback unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain
it for future reference. Control Locators....................... 4,5
1 To repeat a single track, choose the track that 1 Press the PROGRAM BUTTON (6). " 01" will Unpacking................................. 6
you want to repeat, then press the PLAY/PAUSE shown on the display and the PROGRAM
BUTTON (14) to start the track. Press the
REPEAT BUTTON (11) once to repeat this track.
INDICATOR (5) will flash. About This Manual Power Source........................... 6
The REPEAT INDICATOR (10) will flash.
2 Press the FORWARD SKIP BUTTON (3) or the Instructions in this manual describe the control
BACKWARD SKIP BUTTON (4) to select a functions of the CR88.
2 To repeat all tracks, press the PLAY/PAUSE track. Basic Operation
BUTTON (14) to start the CD. Press the REPEAT
BUTTON (11) twice to repeat all tracks. Once Turntable Operation.................. 7
the CD ends, it will star over again from the 3 Press the PROGRAM BUTTON (6) again to
beginning of the CD. The REPEAT INDICATOR store the selected track number. Accessory: Adapter for 45 rpm
(10) will remain on.
.................................................. 7
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 above to program other
3 To erase the repeat function, press the REPEAT tracks. Cassette Operation.................. 8
BUTTON (11) again until the REPEAT IDICATOR
(10) is off. Radio Operation....................... 8
5 Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON (14) to start
programmed playback and the PROGRAM
INDICATOR (5) will be on.

6 To erase the programmed sequence, press the

CD Operation
STOP BUTTON (12) twice or until the Playing a CD............................ 9,10
PROGRAM INDICATOR (5) is off. Programmed
tracks will also erase when the CD DRAWER Programmed Playback............. 10
(19) is opened.

NOTE: Maximum of 20 tracks can be programmed Connecting Optional Equipment

to play in any order.
External Speaker...................... 11
Auxiliary Outputs...................... 11

General
Troubleshooting Guide.......... 12
Warranty.............................. 13

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 Control Locators CD Operation

Unit Controls Playing a CD Skip Forward And Skip Reverse

1 Speakers
2 Tuner Dial 1 1 Select the FUNCTION SWITCH (8) to select CD 1 Press the FORWARD SKIP BUTTON (3) or the
mode. BACKWARD SKIP BUTTON (4) to select a track.
3 Forward Skip Button
4 Backward Skip Button 2
5 Program Indicator 2 Press the OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON (15) to open Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON (14) to start
playing the selected track
the CD DRAWER (19). Place a disc in the tray
6 Program Button with the labeled side of the disc facing up.
7 AM/FM Button
8 Function Switch
3 Press the OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON (15) again
9
10
Volume Knob
Repeat Indicator
close the CD DRAWER (19). The display will Search Forward And Reverse During Play
show “—“ for a few seconds, then the total
11 Repeat Button number of tracks on the disc will be displayed.
12 Stop Button “00” will be shown when there is no disc inside PLAYBACK
13 Play/Pause Indicator the unit.
14 Play/Pause Button 1 Press and hold the FORWARD SKIP BUTTON
15 Open/Close Button 4 Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON (14) to start (3) or the BACKWARD SKIP BUTTON (4) to
playback. The PLAY/PAUSE INDICATOR (13) search forward or backward though the selected
16 Power Button will light up.
2 track.
17 Tuning Knob
18 Headphone Jack
19 CD Drawer 10
5 Adjust the VOLUME KNOB (9) to the desired 2 Release the button at the desired point, playback
3 11 volume level. will resume automatically.
20 LED Display 4 12
21 Cassette Eject / Fast Forward 5
6 14
13
6 To pause playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE
22 Cassette Door 7 15 BUTTON(14) . The PLAY/PAUSE INDICATOR
8 16 (13) will flash. Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON
9 17
(14) again to resume playback.

18 7 To stop playback, press the STOP BUTTON

(12) and the PLAY/PAUSE INDICATOR (13) will
20 19
go off.

21 22

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 Cassette & Radio Operation Control Locators
Cassette Operation Radio Operation Unit Controls
24 25
1 Turn the FUNCTION SWITCH (8) to TAPE 23 Spindle
position. 1 Select the FUNCTION SWITCH (8) to select 24 Turntable
RADIO mode. 25 Adapter For 45 rpm Records
2 Insert a prerecorded tape through the CASSETTE 26 Tone Arm
DOOR (22). Tape will slide into the cassette 2 Press the AM/FM BUTTON (7) to the desired 27 Speed Control Switch
26

mechanism and start playing. radio band (AM or FM ). 28 Tone Arm Rest 23 27

29 Speaker Int. /Ext. Switch 28

3 Adjust the volume level by turning the VOLUME 3 Select the desired radio station by rotating 30 Line Out Jack
TUNING KNOB (17). 31 External Speaker Jack
KNOB (9).
32 AC Power Cord
4 For fast forwarding, press the CASSETTE
4 Adjust the VOLUME KNOB (9) to the desired 33 FM Wire Antenna
sound level.
EJECT/F.F (21) half way in. Pressing again,
will stop the fast forwarding and return the
cassette to the playing mode.

5 To stop and eject the cassette, press the

Antenna
CASSETTE EJECT/F.F (21) in completely.
Antenna: for FM reception, the unit is provided with
a FM WIRE ANTENNA (33) , move the wire until
6 When one side of the tape finishes playing, the the reception is clear and with no interferences. For
cassette will automatically stop. AM reception, the unit is provided with a directional
build-in ferrite antenna. Rotate the set to find the 30 31
NOTE: Remove the tape from the unit when it is not position in which the best reception is obtained. Do
in use or stopped. not connect the FM WIRE ANTENNA (33) to any
outside antenna.

29

33
32

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 Getting Started Turntable Operation
Unpacking Power Source Turntable Operation Accessory: ADAPTER FOR 45 RPM
Turn the unit on by pressing the POWER BUTTON To play the 45rpm record, place the ADAPTER (25)
1 Remove packing materials from unit. (16) located on the front panel to the ON position. on the spindle.
1 Unwind the AC POWER CORD (32) at the back
Note: Save all packing materials. of the unit and connect it to a power outlet.
1 Select the FUNCTION SWITCH (8) to select
PHONO mode.
2 Remove plastic bag covering radio. 2 Plug A/C cord into appropriate outlet.

3 Remove plastic safety cover from A/C plug.

2 Set the SPEED CONTROL SWITCH (27) to
desire speed (33 1/3,45 or 78 rpm). Place the
record on the turntable.
4 Remove tie from A/C cord and untie antenna AC
wire on back of radio. Polarized Plug 3 Pull the TONE ARM (26) slightly to the right
side until hear the “click” sound to activate the
5 Open lid and remove styrofoam shipping Note: This product may be equipped with a
TURNTABLE (24).
material from turntable. polaized alternating-current line plug (a
plug having one blade wider than the 4 Move the TONE ARM (26) by hand to the record
6 Remove black tie-wrap from under the tone other.) This plug will fit into the power and slowly lower it to the desired starting point.
arm. outlet only one way. This is a safety Turn the VOLUME KNOB (9) to adjust the
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug volume to the desired level.
fully into the outlet try reversing the plug,
7 Remove white protective needle cover by gently
pulling towards the front of the unit. if the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete
5 At the end of the record, the TONE ARM (26)
will stop automatically. You must return the
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose TONE ARM (26) to TONE ARM REST (28) by
of the polarized plug. hand.

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.
8 Untie the FM antenna and allow it to hang down
in a straight line for optimum FM reception. If
you have trouble tuning in an FM station, move
the external FM antenna for best reception. Do
no connect FM antenna to outside antenna.

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 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.

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
CR88-CD STAND
Return Authorization at (502) 583-4246 from 9 AM to 5 PM (EST) Monday to
Friday. Audio Stand
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.

910-246400-001

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION A
1. Remove all parts from box.
2. Lay top of stand with the bottom side up on a soft surface to avoid scratching
top.
3. Screw 4 upper legs into place.
4. Position base on top of the 4 upper legs with the bottom side up.
5. Screw 4 lower legs into place.
6. Thread one(1) nut on each threaded end of the metal dividers. You will use

7.
four(4) nuts total in this step.
Place the metal dividers through the holes in the base with the angles side of
C
the dividers towards the front of the stand.
8. Thread one(1) nut on each threaded end of the metal dividers to hold the
dividers into place.
B
STAND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM

B
D

FINISHED STAND
ASSEMBLY

F E

PARTS QTY.
A. Top 1

B. Upper Legs 4

C. Metal Dividers 2
D. Base 1
E. Nuts 8
F. Lower Legs 4