Helpful Tips to Get You Started
Use the following information to replace the instructions in your User’s Guide.
EQ Presets
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Connecting the Speakers
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Press the PRESET EQ button to cycle through the Flat, Rock, Pop, and Jazz presets. As you cycle through the presets,
listen carefully to how the sound changes.
When connecting the speakers, match the red wires to the red
jacks and the black wires to the black jacks. Each speaker has a
black and a red jack, one for positive and one for negative. The
top two jacks are for the right speaker, while the bottom two
jacks are for the left speaker.
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Customizing the EQ Settings
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BAND
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You may find that customizing your EQ settings may work best for you. This feature allows you to adjust the bass
frequency for a fuller, deeper sound from bass-producing instruments, such as drums; the mid-range for more defined
vocals; and the treble for higher frequencies, such as cymbals. You can set the levels from -10 to +10 for each EQ setting
(bas, mid, tre).
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DEMO/
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FM ST./
MONO
TIMER
ON/OFF
INTRO
SHUFFLE
REPEAT
CLOCK
Using the FM and AM Antennas
Before you use your audio system, you’ll want to make sure
both the FM and AM antennas are positioned properly. The FM
antenna is the coiled wire connected to the back of the unit.
Uncoil it, making sure it is fully extended (you may even want
to tape it to the wall behind the unit, if possible. The higher, the
better.) You’ll also need to connect the AM antenna loop to the
back of the unit if you listen to AM stations.
AUTOMATIC RECORD LEVEL AUTO STOP MECHANISM
ONE TOUCH RECORDING
CONTINUOUS PLAY 2>1
TAPE DUBBING 2>1
1. Press and release the PRESET EQ button until CUSTOM is displayed.
2. Press the PRESET left or right button to cycle through the EQ settings.
3. While the desired setting is displayed, press the VOLUME up or down button to set the level (-10 to +10).
4. Repeat steps 2-3 for any other settings you want to adjust.
TAPE
1
TAPE
2
PLAYBACK/RECORD
PLAYBACK
Bass Boost
For even more bass, press the BASS BOOST button.
PROG/SET
button
PRESET left and
right arrow
buttons
PRESET EQ
button
TIMER ON/OFF button
BASS BOOST button
Setting the Timer
1. Press and hold the TIMER ON/OFF button until the hour flashes.
2. To set the hour you want the timer to come on, press the PRESET left or right arrow button.
3. To change to the minutes, press TIMER ON/OFF.
Setting the Time
1. Press and hold the CLOCK button until the hour flashes.
2. Press the PRESET left or right arrow button to set the hour.
3. To change to the minutes, press CLOCK.
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4. To set the minutes, press the PRESET left or right arrow button.
5. To change to the volume setting, press TIMER ON/OFF.
6. To set the volume, press the VOLUME up or down button.
7. To change to the time you want the timer to go off, press TIMER ON/OFF.
8. To set the timer off time, repeat steps 2-3.
4. To set the minutes, press the PRESET left or right arrow
button.
STANDBY
POWER
CD DIRECT PLAY
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5. When finished, press the PROG/SET button to set the time.
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PRESET
CD DIRECT PLAY
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BASS
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DEMO/
DIMMER
FM ST./
MONO
TIMER
ON/OFF
INTRO
SHUFFLE
REPEAT
CLOCK
Using the Equalizer
9. Press PROG/SET to set the timer.
AUTOMATIC RECORD LEVEL AUTO STOP MECHANISM
ONE TOUCH RECORDING
CONTINUOUS PLAY 2>1
TAPE DUBBING 2>1
To get the best sound quality from your audio system, you’ll
want to use the equalizer, or EQ. You can either use the preset
EQ settings (Flat, Rock, Pop, and Jazz), or customize the mid-
range, bass, and treble settings for your personal preference.
TAPE
1
TAPE
2
PLAYBACK/RECORD
PLAYBACK
Using the Remote for Tape Player Functions
Keep in mind the tape player functions of the unit are mechanical and can’t be operated by the remote.
CLOCK button
VOLUME up and
down button
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Thomson multimedia Inc.
10330 N. Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN46290
© 2001 Thomson multimedia Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
IMPORTADOR
COMERICALIZADORA THOMSON DE MEXICO S.A.
DE C.V
SIERRA CANDELA NO. 111, PISO 11
COL. LOMAS DE CHAPULTEPEC
DEL. MIGUEL HIDALGO
Marca(s) Registrada(s)
® Marque(s) Déposée(s)
55156610 (EN/F/E)
MEXICO D.F. C.P. 11000
R.F.C. CTM-980723 KS5
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FCC In fo rm a t io n
Fo r Yo u r Sa fe t y
The AC power plug is polarized
(one blade is wider than the
FCC In fo rm a t io n
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: other) and only fits into AC
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or
modifications not expressly approved by Thomson
multimedia Inc. could void the user’s authority to
operate this product.
This device generates and uses radio frequency (RF)
energy, and if not installed and used properly, this
equipment may cause interference to radio and tele-
vision reception.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or
television reception (which you can determine by
unplugging the unit), try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
power outlets one way. If the
plug won’t go into the outlet
completely, turn the plug over and try to insert it the
other way. If it still won’t fit, contact a qualified elec-
trician to change the outlet, or use a different one.
Do not attempt to bypass this safety feature.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE
SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
Fo r Yo u r Re co rd s
In the event that service should be required, you may
need both the model number and the serial number.
In the space below, record the date and place of pur-
• Re-orient the receiving antenna (that is, the anten- chase, and the serial number:
na for the radio or television that is "receiving" the
interference).
Model No.
Remote Control No.
Date of Purchase
Place of Purchase
Serial No.
•
Move the unit away from the equipment that is
receiving interference.
Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so that
•
the unit and the equipment receiving interference
are on different branch circuits.
Se rvice In fo rm a t io n
If these measures do not eliminate the interference,
please consult your dealer or an experienced
radio/television technician for additional sugges-
tions. Also, the Federal Communications Commission
has prepared a helpful booklet, "How To Identify
and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems." This
booklet is available from the U.S. Government
Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. Please specify
stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering
copies.
This product should be serviced only by those special-
ly trained in appropriate servicing techniques. For
instructions on how to obtain service, refer to the
warranty included in this Guide.
Have a Blast- Just Not in Your
Eardrums
Make sure you turn down the vol-
ume on the unit before you put on
headphones. Increase the volume to
the desired level only after headphone are in place.
This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR
Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROW-
HEAD WITHIN THE
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE THE EXCLAMATION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, POINT WITHIN THE
DO NOT REMOVE COVER TRIANGLE IS
A
TRIANGLE IS
A
WARNING
SIGN
(OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS IN-
SIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
" D A N G E R O U S
VOLTAGE" INSIDE
THE PRODUCT.
ALERTING YOU OF
I M P O R T A N T
I NSTRUCTI ONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE
OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
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CONTENTS
FCC/ Sa fe t y In fo rm a t io n
Ta p e Pla ye r . . . . . . . . . .9
Playing a Tape . . . . . . . . . . .9
Continuous Playback . . . . . .9
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
From Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . .9
From CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Tape to Tape . . . . . . . . . . .9
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In st a lla t io n . . . . . . . . . .2
Co n t ro ls & In d ica t o rs . .3
CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . .4
Tro u b le sh o o t in g Tip s
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Disp la y . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Showing the Demonstration
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Display Clock/Timer . . . . . . .5
Setting the Time . . . . . . . . .5
Setting the Timer . . . . . . . . .5
Activating the Timer . . . . . .5
Adjusting the Display
Ma in t e n a n ce . . . . . . . .10
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Mo re In fo rm a t io n . . . .11
Lim it e d Wa rra n t y . . . .12
Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Sleep mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
So u n d Fe a t u re s . . . . . .6
Using Preset Equalizer Curves
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Creating a Custom Curve
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Boosting the Bass . . . . . . . . .6
Muting Audio . . . . . . . . . . . .6
CD Pla ye r . . . . . . . . . . .6
Loading Discs . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Playing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Shuffling the Play Order . . .7
Sampling Tracks . . . . . . . . . .7
Repeating the Play Order . .7
Setting Up a CD program . .7
Playing a Program List . . . . .7
Displaying the Program list
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Deleting Program List . . . . .7
Skipping a Disk . . . . . . . . . . .7
Searching through a CD . . .7
Tu n e r . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Tuning to a Station . . . . . . .8
Using Presets . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Setting Presets . . . . . . . . . . .8
Suppressing Stereo Signal
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
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INSTALLATION
EN
1. AM Lo o p An t e n n a Co n n e ct o r
2. Ma in Sp e a ke r Ja cks
3. FM An t e n n a
4. Po w e r Co rd
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AM LOOP
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SPEAKERS
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4
To e n su re su fficie n t ve n t ila t io n , ke e p t h e sp a cin g s sh o w n b e lo w
fre e fro m o t h e r su rfa ce s:
10 cm
10 cm
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DISC
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10 cm
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CD DIRECT PLAY
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TAPE
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PLAYBACK
Front View
Side View
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CONTROLS & INDICATORS
CD Pla ye r
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DISC CHANGER
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OPEN/CLOSE — Opens or closes
the disc tray.
AUDIO SYSTEM
OPEN / CLOSE
DISC SKIP
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CD-R
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RW COMPATIBLE
DISC 1 - DISC 5 — Selects disc 1,
2, 3, 4, or 5
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DISC SKIP — Skips to the next CD
in the tray
STANDBY
POWER
CD
STANDBY/ POWER — Turns
power on or off (STANDBY mode).
PHONES — Jack for connecting
headphone
TUNER
BAND
TAPE
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PRESET
•
CD DIRECT PLAY
PROG / SET
PHONES
BASS
BOOST
CD — Selects the CD player
DEMO /
DIMMER
FM ST .
MONO
/
TIMER
ON OFF
/
INTRO
SHUFFLE
REPEAT
CLOCK
TUNER
—
Selects the tuner/ fre-
quency band
TAPE — Selects the tape player
PROG/SET — Enters CD program
mode/ tuner preset station mode
DEMO/DIMMER — Turns the
feature demonstration on or off;
adjusts display brightness
EL AUTO STOP MECHANISM
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TAPE
PLAYBACK/ RECORD
2
TAPE
PLAYBACK
STOP — Stops CD play-
back and clears pro-
grammed tracks
SKIP FORWARD/ PRE-
SET UP— Increments
tuner preset station, CD
track
Ta p e Pla ye r
BASS BOOST — Turns bass boost
on or off.
PRESET EQ — Toggles among
Ta p e 1:
RECORD
PLAY
SKIP BACKWARD/ PRE- FLAT, JAZZ, ROCK, POP & CUS-
SET DOWN— Decre-
ments tuner preset sta-
tion, CD track
PLAY/PAUSE — Plays or DIGITAL TUNING— Searches
pauses CD
TOM mode.
VOLUME
—
Increases/ decreases
REWIND
volume.
FAST-FORWARD
STOP/EJECT
PAUSE
up/down frequency to next sta-
tion or numerical values
FM STEREO/ CLOCK — Toggles
between FM stereo/ mono and
shows clock time.
TIMER ON/OFF — Enters timer set-
ting mode and turns the mode
on/off
Ta p e 2:
PLAY
STOP/EJECT
INTRO
—
Turns INTRO mode on or
Tip: In STANDBY mode
(press POWER off), the
system displays the time.
off to play the first 10 seconds of
each track.
SHUFFLE
on or off to play CDs randomly.
REPEAT Turns REPEAT mode on
—
Turns SHUFFLE mode
Press POWER to turn the
system on in the previously
used mode. Press CD, TAPE
—
or off to repeat a track, a disc, or
all discs
or TUNER to select the correspon-
ding mode. Look at the display icons to iden-
tify the current mode.
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CONTROLS & INDICATORS
EN
Re m o t e Co n t ro l
POWER — Turns power on or off (STANDBY mode).
TUNER — Selects tuner / frequeny band
CD — Selects CD player
SOURCE
TUNER
TAPE
OPEN
CD
/CLOSE
TAPE — Selects tape player
OPEN/CLOSE - Opens and closes disc tray
MUTE — Mutes volume
B.BOOST
E.Q.
DEMO
/DIMMER
R
VOL+ o r VOL- — Increases/ decreases volume
EQ — Selects equalizer presets
PLAY — Plays current CD.
STOP — Stops playing CD
VOL
NEXT
NEXT/FWD — Increments CD track; searches CD
PREV/REW — Decrements CD track; searches CD
(Press PREV/REW, NEXT/FWD to tune up or down tuner fre-
quencies)
VOL
FM ST. - Selects between stereo and mono sound in FM band.
DISC SKIP — Skips to next CD
REPEAT — Repeats a track, CD, or all CDs.
PAUSE — Pauses the CD
PAUSE
SHUFFLE— Turns on/off random listening
B. BOOST — Turns on or off Bass Boost
SLEEP — Press to select the time interval in
minutes before the unit turns off.
REPEA T
MUTE
SHUFFLE
.
DISK SKIP
PRESET
PLAY
FM ST.
DEMO/DIMMER — Selects dimmer levels and activates demo
display when keep pressing for 2 seconds
PRESET UP/DOWN — Selects next/ previous preset station
.
SLEEP
DOWN
UP
Battery Size:
“AAA” or “UM-4” or “R03”
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Disp la y
EN
BASS
SURROUND
Sh o w in g t h e De m o n st ra t io n
Press and hold DEMO/DIMMER for more than 2 sec-
onds to turn on/off demonstration mode. The
demostration scrolls through all display operations.
Act iva t in g t h e Tim e r
Press and release TIMER ON/OFF to turn
on/off the alarm. The alarm is active when
the clock icon indicator is lit.
DISPLAY CLOCK/TIMER
Se t t in g t h e Tim e
1. Press and hold CLOCK until the hour flashes on
the display.
2. Press PRESET UP or DOWN to set the hour and
then press CLOCK to shift to minute digits.
3. Press PRESET UP or DOWN to set the minute.
4. Press SET to save settings.
Ad ju st in g t h e Disp la y Brig h t n e ss
1. Press and release DEMO/DIM-
MER.
DIM 2
2. Press DEMO/DIMMER to select
the desired level (DIMM 1 - 3).
Sle e p Mo d e
You can select the time interval in minutes for the
unit to turn off automatically. Press SLEEP on the
remote to select among 5, 15, 30, 60 & 90 minutes.
Press STOP at anytime in clock setting mode to quit
setting.
Note: When system is ON, you can press CLOCK to
display the current time for about 2 seconds (not
available in Tuner FM mode).
Se t t in g t h e Tim e r
1. Press and hold TIMER until the hour flashes on the
display. (ON - timer on time).
2. Press PRESET UP or DOWN to set the hour and
then press TIMER to shift to minute digits.
3. Press PRESET UP or DOWN to set the minute.
Press SET to save the setting.
4. Press TIMER to shift to volume setting with flash-
ing VOL XX on the display. Adjust volume between
levels 5 and MAX (to prevent volume being too low)
with the VOLUME UP/ DOWN.
5. Press TIMER to set the off hour. (OF - timer off
time)
Tip: DEMO
Mode does
not affect the
current system
6. Repeat steps 2-3 to set the timer off time.
7. Press SET to save the settings.
operation. When the
system is initially plugged
in, DEMO mode is acti-
vated.
(Note: you can also set the timer off time separately
when the unit is in CD, Tuner or Tape mode)
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So u n d Fe a t u re s
Bo o st in g t h e Ba ss
Press BASS BOOST to turn on/off boosted bass fre-
Usin g Pre se t Eq u a lize r Cu rve s
EN
PRESET EQ are toggles for preset equalizer levels.
Press to toggle among FLAT, ROCK, POP, JAZZ and
CUSTOM. The display momentarily shows the selec-
tion.
quency.
Mu t in g Au d io
Press MUTE on the remote to cut the sound.
Cre a t in g a Cu st o m Cu rve
MUTE
1. Press PRESET EQ to select CUSTOM mode.
2. While "CUSTOM" is displayed, press PRESET UP
or DOWN repeatedly to cycle among displayed bass-,
mid-, and treble - range levels.
3. While BAS, MID, or TRE is displayed, press
VOUME UP/DOWN to set the associated gain
between -10 - +10.
Tip: While playing a CD, press and hold
SKIP-FORWARD or BACKWARD for
more than 2 seconds to search through the
CD.
MID+08
CD PLAYER
CD-R / RW
This unit is compatible with CD-RW/ CD-R discs for playback.
No t e s o n CD-R/RW Disc:
• CD-R/RW discs that are recorded by personal computers or some CD-R/RW recorders may not be played on
this unit due to the difference in recording platforms.
• Do not affix any type of labels to either side (recordable or labeled side) of a CD-R/RW disc as this may
result in the unit malfunctioning.
• To avoid damages to the CD-R/RW disc, do not open the disc compartment door while the disc is being
read.
• Do not load an unrecorded CD-R/RW disc into the unit. This may take a longer time to read the disc.
• Pla yb a ck ca p a b ilit y fo r CD-RW d iscs m a y va ry d u e t o va ria t io n s in t h e q u a lit y o f t h e CD-RW d isc
a n d t h e re co rd e r u se d t o cre a t e t h e d isc.
Lo a d in g Discs
Pla yin g Discs
1. Press CD to select CD mode.
Press PLAY/PAUSE to begin or pause play, and STOP
2. Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the drawer.
to stop play.
3. Insert up to five discs with label face up. (Press DISC Select a specific disc by pressing DISC 1 - DISC 5.
SKIP to rotate the disc carrier.)
Press SKIP FORWARD/ BACKWARD to select a specif-
4. Press OPEN/CLOSE to close the drawer.
ic track.
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CD PLAYER
Pla y a n d lo a d sim u lt a n e o u sly b y:
WARD to select a track (press DISC SKIP or DISC 1 -
DISC 5 to select a track from a different disc).
3. Immediately press SET to assign the selected track
to the program number. You are then prompted for
the next track in the program list.
EN
1. Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the tray, while a CD is
playing.
2. Load discs on available trays.
3. Press OPEN/CLOSE to close the tray.
Pla yin g a Pro g ra m List
While in PROGRAM mode, press PLAY.
Sh u fflin g t h e Pla y Ord e r
Press SHUFFLE to turn on/off the playing of tracks in
random order.
Disp la yin g t h e Pro g ra m
List
Sa m p lin g Tra cks
C
Press INTRO to play the
first 10 seconds of each
track on the current disc,
all discs in the tray, or turn
INTRO mode off.
1. While the CD player is
stopped, press SET to
enter PROGRAM mode.
2. Press SET repeatedly to
list each track assignment
in the program list.
Re p e a t in g t h e Pla y Ord e r
Press REPEAT to repeat the current track, current disc,
De le t in g Pro g ra m List
all discs, or turn REPEAT mode off.
While in PROGRAM mode, press and hold STOP for 5
seconds. The system displays the message CLEAR.
Skip p in g a Disk
Se t t in g Up a CD Pro g ra m
Press DISC SKIP.
You can program the CD player to play up to any 32
tracks on the CDs in the tray.
1. While the CD player is stopped, press SET to enter
PROGRAM mode. The system displays the
next available program number: “- - P:01,” with
“- -” flashing, prompts you for the first track in the
program list.
Se a rch in g Th ro u g h a CD
Press and hold SKIP FORWARD/ BACKWARD to
search through a CD as it is playing.
2. Press SKIP FORWARD/
BACK-
5P:01
More Tips on Playing and Setting Program:
• Direct Play function: Press DISC 1-5 or PLAY for direct play-
back when the unit is in standby, CD, Tuner and Tape mode. However,
this function does not activate when tape is being played.
• Press CD key to see the total disc time after reading the total no. of tracks in
CD stop mode.
• During CD playback, press CD key to toggle among the displays of Track elapsed
time, track remaining time, disc elapsed time, disc remaining time and total number of
tracks for the current disc.
• You can create a program of up to 32 tracks.
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TUNER
STANDBY
CD
Se t t in g Pre se t s
EN
POWER
TUNER
BAND
1. Press TUNING UP/ DOWN to access the desired
frequency.
TAPE
L
•
PRESET
•
CD DIRECT PLAY
PROG / SET
PHONES
BASS
BOOST
2. Press the SET button once.
3. The most recently accessed
program location will be dis-
DEMO /
DIMMER
FM ST
MONO
.
/
TIMER
ON OFF
/
INTRO
SHUFFLE
REPEAT
CLOCK
PROG
1. Press TUNER to select the radio.
2. Press TUNER again to change the radio band.
Choices are:
played together with a
blinking PROG icon.
4. If a different program
FM
P:01
AM/FM (RCA models)
The tuner can be either TUNE or PRESET mode.
When in PRESET mode, the PROG light is on.
location is preferred, press PRESET UP/ DOWN to
move to the desired preset number (1-32).
5. Press SET to store the selected frequency at that
preset.
Tip: Your audio system has 32 preset stations.
Su p p re ssin g St e re o Sig n a l
Tu n in g t o a St a t io n
Press TUNING UP/ DOWN
Press FM STEREO to toggle between FM mono and
stereo for stereo FM stations.
to select frequencies.
87.50 MHz
Tip: Press DIGITAL TUNING UP/
DOWN for more than 1 second to
automatically tune up/down the band
for the next station.
Usin g Pre se t s
Press PRESET UP o r DOWN to access the previous or
next preset station. The display first shows the preset
program number and after
a few seconds, the fre-
FM
P:01
quency and then the pre-
set program number
again.
Au t o Pre se t Pro g ra m m in g
(FM BAND ONLY)
Press and hold TUNER button for 2 seconds to scan
stations in FM band. The stations will then be stored
as preset channels. A maximum of 32 stations can be
stored. Beware of your preset channels being erased
accidentally because the scanning and storing process
is automatic upon pressing and holding TUNER but-
ton.
You can stop the automatic scan by pressing TUNER
button, but the erased stations cannot be recovered.
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TAPE PLAYER
Fro m CD
EN
MECHANIS
M
OU
NG
1. Insert a tape into deck 1.
2. Press CD.
1
2
TAPE
PLAYBACK/ RECORD
TAPE
PLAYBACK
3. Insert the disc(s) to be recorded.
4. Select the track, CD, or program to be recorded.
5. Press RECORD to begin recording.
6. CD begins to play.
RECORD
P
LAY
REW
F.FWD
S
TO
P
/
EJ EC
T
P
AU
S
E
P
LAY
S
TO
P
/
EJ EC
T
7. Press STOP to end recording.
Pla yin g a Ta p e
Tip: You can play a tape from either deck.
Ta p e t o Ta p e
1. Press TAPE.
2. Press STOP/EJECT to open the cassette door.
3. Insert a tape into the door and push the door
closed.
4. Press REWIND/FAST FORWARD to position the
tape to the desired starting position.
5. Press PLAY.
1. Insert the destination tape in deck 1.
2. Insert the source tape into deck 2.
3. Press PAUSE and then RECORD on deck 1.
4. Press PLAYon deck 2. The playback and recording
start simultaneously.
Co n t in u o u s Pla yb a ck
1. Insert a tape into deck 2 and start playback.
2. Insert a tape into deck 1 and press PLAY and PAUSE
together.
3. When the tape in deck 2 finishes playback, PAUSE
button at deck 1 will be released automatically and
start playback.
Re co rd in g
Fro m Tu n e r
1. Insert a tape into deck 1.
2. Press TUNER to access the desired radio band.
3. Tune to the station to be recorded.
4. Press RECORD to begin recording.
5. Press STOP to end recording.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Pro b le m So lu t io n
Pro b le m
So lu t io n
EN
System will Check power cord for a secure connection.
not turn on Unplug the unit for a moment, and then
plug into power source again.
CD button
will not
respond, or
does not
change
Switch to another function (TAPE, Tuner)
and then back to CD.
Check the outlet by plugging in another
device.
discs when
you press
DISC SKIP
No sound Increase the volume setting.
Check connection to speakers.
Check that you have selected the appropri-
ate function: CD, TAPE, Tuner.
Distorted or Inspect the tape heads, clean and demag-
noisy tape
recordings
netize.
Poor radio Check antenna connection.
reception Move antenna.
Turn off nearby electrical appliances, such
as hair dryer, vacuum cleaner, microwave,
fluorescent lights.
Remote
control
does not
work
Check that the batteries are properly
installed.
Replace weak batteries.
Check the system is plugged in to power
source.
CD does
not play
Check that CD is in the tray.
Check that CD label is facing up.
Check that PAUSE mode is not on.
Check that CD function is selected.
Clean CD lens with RCA lens cleaner.
Point the remote directly at the system’s
front panel.
Move closer to the system.
Remove any obstacles between the remote
and the system.
CD sound Clean the disc.
skips Check disc for warping, scratches, or other
damage.
Check if something is causing the system to
vibrate. If so, move the system.
MAINTENANCE
Disconnect the audio system from the power source
before performing any maintenance.
system to output poor sound quality. To clean the
lens you will need to purchase a CD lens cleaner
which can maintain the output sound quality of
your system. For instructions on cleaning the CD
lens, refer to the ones accompanying the lens clean-
er.
Cle a n in g
Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust
cloth.
Ta p e Pla ye r
CD Pla ye r
To prevent deterioration of sound quality, periodi-
cally open the door of each deck and clean the mag-
netic heads, pinch roller, and capstan with a cotton
bud dipped in alcohol. Also, demagnetize the head
by playing a demagnetizing cassette (available
through an audio equipment store).
CAUTION! This system operates with a laser. It must
be opened by only a qualified technician.
CD Le n s Ca re
When your CD lens gets dirty it can also cause the
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MORE INFORMATION
To protect recordings one or both sides of a tape,
remove the corresponding tab. If you later want to
record on the tape, affix a piece of adhesive tape over
the hole.
Im p o rt a n t Ba t t e ry In fo rm a t io n
EN
- Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you do not
use your remote control for more than one month.
Discard leaky batteries immediately as leaking batter-
ies may cause skin burns or other personal injuries.
Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according
to provincial and local regulations. Any battery may
leak electrolyte if mixed with a different battery type,
if inserted incorrectly, if all batteries are not replaced
at the same time, if disposed of in fire, or if an
attempt is made to charge a battery not intended to
be recharged.
Side A Protection
Side B Protection
A
B
Quit Slacking
A
A little bit of slack in your tapes
can cause scratches on the tape, or
worse yet, the tape could break. If
you notice some slack in the tape,
use a pencil to tighten it up before
you insert it.
He a d se t Sa fe t y
- Do not play your headset at a high volume. Hearing
experts warn against extended high-volume play.
- If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce vol-
ume or discontinue use.
- You should use extreme caution or temporarily dis-
continue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Even if you headset is an open-air type designed to let
you hear outside sounds, don’t turn up the volume so
high that you are unable to hear what is around you.
Sa fe t y Pre ca u t io n s
- Never open the cabinet under any circumstances.
Any repairs or internal adjustments should be made
only by a trained technician.
- Never operate this product with the cabinet
removed.
- Do not touch the player with wet hands. If any liq-
uid enters the player cabinet, take the player to a
trained technician for inspection.
- This compact disc player uses a laser to read the
music on the disc. The laser mechanism corresponds
to the cartridge and stylus of a record player.
Although this product incorporates a laser pick-up
lens, it is completely safe when operated according to
directions.
Do n ’t In frin g e
This product should only be used for the purposes for
which it is sold, that is, entertainment, violating no
copyright law. Any attempts to use this product for
which it is not intended is unlawful and therefore not
condoned by Thomson multimedia Inc.
- Discs rotate at high speed inside the player. Do not
use damaged, warped, or cracked discs.
Te ch n ica l Sp e cifica t io n
Power supply:120V~60Hz for RCA models.
Dimensions (mm): Unit -380W x400D x 312H
Speaker-214W x 188D x 312 H
Tape deck: Response curve: 125Hz-8kHz (-5dB)
CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB): 20Hz to 20 kHz
Rating Plate: Look for it at the back of the set.
- Do not touch the pick-up lens which is located inside
the disc compartment. Also, to keep dust from col-
lecting on the pick-up lens and do not leave the com-
partment door open for an extended period of time.
If the lens becomes dirty, clean it with a soft brush, or
use an air blower brush designed for camera lenses.
- Do not expose this appliance to rain and moisture.
The descriptions and characteristics given in this document are given
as a general indication and not as a guarantee. In order to provide
the highest quality product possible, we reserve the right to make any
improvement or modification without prior notice. The English ver-
sion serves as the final reference on all products and operational
details should any discrepancies arise in other languages.
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Lim it e d Wa rra n t y (Fo r US)
RCA AUDIO SYSTEMS
EN
Wh a t yo u r w a rra n t y co ve rs:
• Defects in materials or workmanship.
Fo r h o w lo n g a ft e r yo u r p u rch a se :
• One year from date of purchase for labor and parts
•
Warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental
firm, whichever comes first.
Wh a t w e w ill d o :
• Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center the labor charges to repair your unit.
• Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts
required to repair your unit.
Ho w yo u g e t se rvice :
•
Take your unit to any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center. To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Audio
Service Center, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.
• Show the Authorized Service Center Representative your evidence of purchase date or first rental.
• Pick up your unit when repairs are completed.
• Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within
the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof of first rental is also
required.
Wh a t yo u r w a rra n t y d o e s n o t co ve r:
• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your unit. Any
additional information should be obtained from your dealer.)
• Installation and related adjustments.
• Signal reception problems not caused by your unit.
• Damage from misuse or neglect.
• Cleaning of audio heads.
• Batteries.
• A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other com-
mercial purposes.
• A unit purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.
• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
Pro d u ct Re g ist ra t io n :
• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your product. It will make it easier to
contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.
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Lim it e d Wa rra n t y (Fo r US)
Lim it a t io n o f Wa rra n t y:
•
THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMA-
TION GIVEN BY THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY
OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
•
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE
CONSUMER. THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED
WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIB-
ITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTIC-
ULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH
ABOVE.
Ho w St a t e La w re la t e s t o w a rra n t y:
• Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state.
If yo u p u rch a se d yo u r u n it o u t sid e t h e Un it e d St a t e s:
• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.
Se rvice ca lls w h ich d o n o t in vo lve d e fe ct ive m a t e ria ls o r w o rkm a n sh ip a re n o t co ve re d b y t h is w a r-
ra n t y. Co st s o f su ch se rvice ca lls a re t h e so le re sp o n sib ilit y o f t h e p u rch a se r.
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Lim it e d Wa rra n t y (Fo r Ca n a d a )
RCA AUDIO SYSTEMS
Wh a t yo u r w a rra n t y co ve rs:
• Defects in materials or workmanship.
Fo r h o w lo n g a ft e r yo u r p u rch a se :
• One year from date of purchase for labor and parts
• The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental
firm, whichever comes first.
Wh a t w e w ill d o :
• Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center the labor charges to repair your unit.
• Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts
required to repair your unit.
Ho w yo u g e t se rvice :
• Take your unit to any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center. To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Audio
Service Center, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.
• Show the Authorized Service Center Representative your evidence of purchase date or first rental.
• Pick up your unit when repairs are completed.
• Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within
the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof of first rental is also
required.
Wh a t yo u r w a rra n t y d o e s n o t co ve r:
• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your unit. Any
additional information should be obtained from your dealer.)
• Installation and related adjustments.
• Signal reception problems not caused by your unit.
• Damage from misuse or neglect.
• Cleaning of audio heads.
• Batteries.
• A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other com-
mercial purposes.
• A unit purchased or serviced outside Canada.
• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
Pro d u ct Re g ist ra t io n :
• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your product. It will make it easier to
contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.
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Lim it e d Wa rra n t y (Fo r Ca n a d a )
Lim it a t io n o f Wa rra n t y:
•
THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. NO VERBAL
OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON MULTIMEDIA LTD., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL
CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
•
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE
CONSUMER. THOMSON MULTIMEDIA LTD. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY
APPLICABLE PROVINCIAL LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET
FORTH ABOVE.
Ho w Pro vin cia l La w s re la t e s t o w a rra n t y:
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights which are in addition to statutory warranties that may vary from
Province to Province.
If yo u p u rch a se d yo u r u n it o u t sid e Ca n a d a :
• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.
Se rvice ca lls w h ich d o n o t in vo lve d e fe ct ive m a t e ria ls o r w o rkm a n sh ip a re n o t co ve re d b y t h is w a r-
ra n t y. Co st s o f su ch se rvice ca lls a re t h e so le re sp o n sib ilit y o f t h e p u rch a se r.
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