RCA Stereo System RS2047 User Guide

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u s e r  
m a n u a l  
IMPORTADOR  
Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V.  
Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13.  
Col. Roma. Delegación Cuauhtémoc  
C.P. 06700. México, D.F.  
Telefono: 52-55-11-020360  
RFC: CTM-980723-KS5  
EXPORTER  
Thomson Inc.  
P. O. Box 1976  
Indianapolis, IN 46206-1976  
© 2006 Thomson Inc.  
Trademark(s) ® Registered  
Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)  
Marque(s) ® Deposée(s)  
5626 7320 (EN/F/E)  
RS2047  
It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time.  
Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo.  
Printed In China / Impreso en China  
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Important Information  
Table of Contents  
FCC Information  
CD to USB Recording . . . . . . . . . . .11  
Safety Precautions  
Important Battery Information  
• 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  
batteries 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 under the  
following circumstances:  
- 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  
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Recording CD to USB Device  
Deleting a File from USB Device  
Deleting All Files on USB Device  
Renaming Files on USB Device  
• 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 use your System immediately after  
transporting it from a cold place to a warm  
place, as condensation may cause the system to  
malfunction.  
• Keep your unit away from humid areas and  
abnormally hot places.  
• Do not touch the player with wet hands. If  
any liquid 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.  
• Discs rotate at high speed inside the player. Do  
not use damaged, warped, or cracked discs.  
• Do not touch the pick-up lens which is located  
inside the disc compartment. To keep dust  
from collecting on the pick-up lens, do not  
leave the compartment 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.  
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping  
or splashing and that no objects filled with  
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the  
apparatus.  
Important Information  
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1  
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
Unpacking the system  
Unit Back Connections  
Using the FM and Am Antennas  
Connecting the Speakers  
Installation  
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Baisc Listening  
Auto Preset Programming (FM only)  
Manually Setting Presets  
Using Presets  
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . .13  
General Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4  
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Cleaning  
CD Player  
- if an attempt is made to charge a battery not  
intended to be recharged.  
Sound Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4  
Handing CDs  
Cleaning CDs  
CD Lens Care  
Technical Specification  
Bass Boost  
Muting Audio  
EQ  
Headset Safety  
• Do not play your headset at high volume.  
Hearing experts warn against extended high-  
volume play.  
• If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce  
volume or discontinue use.  
You should use with extreme caution or  
temporarily discontinue use in potentially  
hazardous situations.  
Even if your headset is an open-air designed to  
let you to hear outside sounds, do not turn up  
the volume so high that you are unable to  
hear what is around you.  
Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5  
Discs Playback  
USB Playback  
Listening to Radio  
Listening to Auxiliary Input  
Limited Warranty (U.S.) . . . . . . . . .15  
Limited Warranty (Canada) . . . . . .16  
Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
Showing Demonstration  
Setting Clock  
Setting Timer  
Sleep Mode  
CD & USB Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
Important CD and mp3/WMA Information  
Basic Listening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
Sampling Tracks  
Repeat  
Random Playback  
Track and Files Navigation  
Setting Up Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Playing Programs  
Reviewing Programs  
Deleting Programs  
Don’t Infringe  
• Minimum distances around the apparatus for  
sufficient ventilation .  
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.  
• The ventilation should not be impeded by  
covering the ventilation opening with items,  
such as newspaper,table-cloths,curtains,etc.  
• No naked flame sources,such as lighted  
candles,should be placed on the apparatus.  
• Attention should be drawn to the  
environmental aspects of battery disposal .  
Deleting Entire Program  
mp3/WMA Playback Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
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Getting Started  
General Controls  
Refer to the actual unit or remote control  
while you are reading below descriptions.  
Some keys may have extra functions in  
specific operation.  
DELETE - deletes programs; removes files from  
USB device.  
BACK - navigates backward during file  
navigation.  
Unpacking the system  
You should have the following:  
• one main unit (with 2 main speakers);  
• one remote control;  
• one AM loop antenna;  
• one user’s guide;  
• one safety leaflet;  
Connecting the Speakers  
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Each speaker has a black (negative) and a red  
(positive) jack. When connecting the speakers,  
match the red wires to the red jacks and the  
black wires to the black jacks.  
Front View  
Remote Control  
ON/STANDBY, SOURCE, CD INFO, BAND,  
ON/STANDBY - turns power on or off (STANDBY  
mode). In STANDBY mode, press to turn the  
system on in the previously used mode.  
CD INFO - selects display information (such as  
elapsed playback time) of currently playing CD,  
ID3 tag of mp3/WMA files and memory usage in  
USB mode.  
Speaker Wire Connection  
• owner registration Card.  
OPEN/CLOSE,  
,
,
,
- same  
function as the corresponding key on the main  
unit.  
Unit Back Connections  
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2
Push Speaker terminal tab  
down to insert wire.  
Release tab to lock wire in  
the terminal.  
(navigation keys) - move in indicated  
direction during file navigation. Refer to “Track  
and Files Navigation” for details.  
BAND - selects tuner bands; enters auto preset  
program in FM mode.  
NOTE: Make sure the insulation  
is completely removed from the  
speaker wires at all connection points.  
ends of the  
(skip backward) - goes to the previous  
track or file (CD and USB modes); selects the  
previous program location; tunes down radio  
frequency; selects the previous radio preset  
station and decreases hour and minute digit in  
clock setting.  
B.BOOST - turns on or off Bass Boost.  
FM ST - selects between stereo and mono sound  
in FM tuner mode.  
Installation  
To ensure sufficient ventilation, keep the spacings  
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EQ - selects equalizer presets.  
shown below free from other surfaces:  
- cuts and restores audio output.  
VOL  
or  
- decreases or increases volume.  
(skip forward) - goes to the next track or  
file (CD and USB modes); selects the next  
program location; tunes up radio frequency;  
selects the next radio preset station and increases  
hour and minute digit in clock setting.  
(play/pause) - plays and pauses playback.  
(stop) - stops playback or recording; returns to  
the first track on a mp3/WMA disc; selects tune or  
preset mode when listening to the radio.  
SOURCE - selects among CD player, tuner, USB  
and AUX modes. Look at the display icons to  
identify the current mode.  
DISC SKIP - skips to next disc tray.  
PROG - enters program mode for CD, USB and  
tuner modes; applies new settings for clock and  
timer; confirms editing name in file renaming.  
INTRO - turns intro mode on or off to play the  
first 10 seconds of each track in CD and USB  
modes.  
CLOCK - enters clock setting mode; shows clock  
time.  
ADD - selects tracks or files into program.  
- turns on/off random listening in CD and USB  
modes.  
TIMER - enters timer setting mode; turns timer  
on/ off.  
DEL - deletes programs; removes files from USB  
device.  
REPEAT - selects repeat mode.  
SLEEP - selects the time interval in minutes  
before the unit turns off.  
4”  
1. AM Loop antenna Jacks.  
2. FM Pigtail Antenna.  
3. AUX IN  
4. Main Speaker Jacks.  
4”  
Front View  
4”  
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. Uncoil the FM antenna at  
the back of the unit, 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. Rotate the AM loop antenna for  
better reception.  
DEMO - turns the feature demonstration on or  
off.  
OPEN/CLOSE - opens or closes the disc tray.  
DISC 1 - 5 - select corresponding disc tray.  
4“  
Top View  
Side View  
2“  
- VOLUME + - adjusts volume; navigates through  
folders and files in navigation mode.  
PHONES - jack for connecting headphones  
CD REC - starts and stops CD to USB recording.  
SELECT - enters navigation mode in CD and USB  
mode.  
Installing Batteries  
The remote control must be inserted with 2  
"AAA" or "UM-4" or "R03" batteries prior to use.  
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Display  
Quick Start  
Refer to the following for basic playback and  
radio listening. For detailed operations and more  
advanced features, please refer to relevant  
sections.  
USB Playback  
1. Insert a USB device to the USB connector at the  
front of the unit.  
2. Press SOURCE repeatedly to select USB mode.  
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3
4
3. Press  
in stop mode to begin  
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Discs Playback  
1. Press SOURCE repeatedly to select CD mode.  
2. Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc  
compartment.  
3. Insert up to 5 discs with label face up.  
4. Press OPEN/CLOSE again to close the disc  
compartment.  
playback. Press during playback to pause and  
again to resume.  
4. Press  
next track or file. Press and hold to search  
through a CD while it is playing.  
5. During playback, press  
or  
to skip to the previous or  
8
to stop playback.  
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• The occupied disc tray icons lights on the  
display and the current disc icon flashes on the  
display.  
• If the disc is a mp3 / WMA CD, the respective  
mp3 and WMA icon lights on the display.  
Listening to Radio  
1. Press SOURCE repeatedly to select TUNER  
1. Sound features  
8. Disc trays  
9. Track playback time, radio frequency, clock  
time, file information etc.  
10. File format  
11. Radio bands and FM stereo signal received  
mode.  
2. Recording in progress  
3. Playback in progress or paused  
4. Timer or sleep function activated  
5. Playback modes activated  
6. File and folder icons  
2. Press BAND to select between FM or AM  
radio band.  
5. Press  
in stop mode to begin  
playback. Press during playback to pause and  
again to resume playback.  
3. Press  
from the display.  
4. Press or  
until you see “PROG” icon disappear  
6. Press  
or  
to skip to the previous or  
to select frequencies.  
7. Radio frequency unit  
next track or file. Press and hold to search  
through a CD while it is playing.  
5. Press FM ST on the remote control to select  
between FM mono and stereo mode. “STEREO”  
icon shows on the display in stereo mode.  
7. During playback, press  
to stop playback.  
Playing and Loading Discs  
Simultaneously  
1. Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray  
while a CD is playing.  
2. Load/change discs for available trays.  
3. Press OPEN/CLOSE again to close the tray.  
Sound Features  
Listening to Auxiliary Input  
1. Connecting External Device  
Insert audio cables (not included) to the L (left  
channel) and R (right channel) input jacks on  
the back of the unit.  
2. Selecting and Playing External Device  
Press SOURCE to select AUX mode. Control  
playback on your external device. Adjust  
volume on the main unit or the remote  
control.  
Creating a Custom Curve  
Bass Boost  
1. Press EQ on the remote control to select  
Press B.BOOST to turn on/off boosting the bass  
frequency. The X-BASS icon lights on the display  
when it is activated.  
CUSTOM mode.  
2. While “CUSTOM” is displayed, press  
to select between “BAS” (bass) and “TRE”  
(treble) range levels.  
or  
Selecting Discs  
• Press DISC 1 / DISC 2 / DISC 3 / DISC 4 or  
DISC 5 on the main unit to select disc.  
• Press DISC SKIP on the remote control to skip  
discs.  
3. While “BAS” or “TRE” is displayed, adjust  
volume to set the associated gain between -10  
and +10.  
Muting Audio  
Press  
on the remote to cut and restore the  
sound. “MUTE” flashes on the display when  
sound is cut.  
EQ  
Press EQ on the remote control to select among  
FLAT, ROCK, POP, JAZZ, CLASSIC and CUSTOM.  
Corresponding icon lights on the display (except  
FLAT).  
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Clock and Timer  
CD & USB Playback  
Showing Demonstration  
Press DEMO to turn on/off demonstration mode.  
The demonstration scrolls through all display  
operations.  
Sleep Mode  
You can select the time interval in minutes before  
the unit turns off automatically.  
• Press SLEEP to select among OFF, 120, 90, 60,  
45, 30, 15 and 5 minutes.  
The “SLEEP” icon lights on the display when  
sleep mode is activated.  
• When sleep is activated, press SLEEP once to  
view remaining sleep time.  
• Press SLEEP again when the remaining sleep  
time is displayed to change sleep time.  
Important CD and mp3/WMA  
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Notes on mp3/WMA Disc:  
Information  
Use .mp3 as the extension when converting  
audio files into mp3 for saving onto  
CD-R(W) or CD-ROM, e.g. Abc08.mp3.  
Do not use any other extension e.g. .doc,  
.pdf.  
• Do not use the .mp3 extension for other  
text or non-audio data files as this may  
result in serious malfunction and harmful  
noise interference.  
• For better quality in mp3/WMA disc  
playback, the CD quality should be  
recorded 128kbps or above.  
Disc data size > 650MB is not  
recommended.  
Total files and folders in the disc should  
not exceed 250, it also depends on the  
length of the file/folder names.  
For mixed mode discs, only one mode will  
be selected for playback depending on the  
recording format.  
To ensure good performance, wait until  
the disc changer completely reads the disc  
before proceeding.  
mp3 files in CD ROM EXTRA format disc  
cannot be recognized.  
CD-R / RW  
This unit is compatible with  
CD-RW/ CD-R discs for  
playback.  
Setting Clock  
1. Press and hold CLOCK on the remote control  
until the hour flashes on the display.  
Notes on CD-R/RW Disc:  
2. Press  
press CLOCK to shift to minute digits.  
3. Press or to set the minute.  
or  
to set the hour and then  
• 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.  
4. Press CLOCK to save settings or  
setting.  
to quit  
Note:  
• Playback capability for CD-RW discs may  
vary due to variations in the quality of the  
CD-RW disc and the recorder used to create  
the disc.  
Sleep is automatically de-activated  
when the unit is turned off.  
Note:  
When system is ON, you can press  
CLOCK to display the current time for about 2  
seconds.  
Setting Timer  
1. Press and hold TIMER on the remote control  
until the ON and clock hour flashes on the  
display ( ON - timer on time ).  
Attention:  
Do not push to force closing of the tray  
during CD playback or tray opening.  
2. For setting time, press  
or  
to set the  
Be sure to remove all discs from the disc  
compartment before moving or transporting the  
unit!  
hour and then press TIMER to shift to minute  
digits.  
3. Press  
or  
to set the minute.  
4. Press TIMER to change to OF (timer off time)  
with clock time flashing. Repeat steps 2 & 3 for  
timer off time setting.  
5. Press TIMER to select source. Press  
to select between DISC/ TUNER/ USB.  
6. Press TIMER to set volume. Adjust  
to select desired volume level.  
or  
or  
7. Press TIMER on the remote control to turn  
timer on or press to quit setting.  
Activating the Timer  
Press TIMER once to turn on/off the alarm. The  
timer icon  
activated.  
is displayed when timer is  
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CD & USB Playback  
CD & USB Playback  
Basic Listening  
For basic listening operations, refer to “Quick  
Reviewing Programs  
Press and hold PROG on the remote control to  
enter program mode. Press (navigation  
keys) (or rotate -VOLUME+ on the main unit) to  
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EN  
Note:  
The first 99 tracks of each disc will  
be shuffled and played once before any of  
them is repeated.  
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1.1  
1.2  
1.3  
2.1  
2.2  
2.3  
Start”.  
review programmed tracks or files.  
CD Information  
Press CD INFO repeatedly to view the following  
audio CD information:  
• elapsed track time,  
• remaining track time (T--),  
• disc elapsed time (D)  
• disc remaining time (D--)  
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Tips:  
Deleting Programs  
1. In program mode, press  
keys) (or rotate -VOLUME+ on the main  
unit)to select unwanted programmed track or  
file.  
2. Press DEL on the remote control (or DELETE  
on the main unit);  
(navigation  
Random playback can be activated  
simultaneously with repeat 1 disc  
(randomly play tracks from one disc repeatedly)  
or repeat all discs (randomly play tracks from  
all discs repeatedly).  
For mp3/WMA and USB playback, title, artist and  
elapsed time show on the display alternatively.  
In stop mode for mp3/WMA discs, press  
view the total number of files on the disc. Press  
again to show the total number of folders.  
BACK /  
SELECT /  
- goes back up one level.  
- enters selected folder; begins  
playback of the selected file and confirms  
selection.  
-VOLUME+ (anti-clockwise) /  
3. Press  
(or rotate -VOLUME+ on the main  
to  
Tracks and Files Navigation  
For audio CDs:  
1. When playback is stopped, press SELECT on  
the main unit or  
remote control. The display shows “TRACK”  
and the total number of tracks on the disc.  
2. Rotate -VOLUME+ on the main unit or  
(navigation keys) on the remote control to  
select tracks.  
unit) to select “YES”.  
4. Press  
(or SELECT on the main unit) to  
- selects  
confirm deletion.  
previous file or folder.  
-VOLUME+ (clockwise) /  
(navigation key) on the  
- selects next file or  
Sampling Tracks  
Deleting Entire Program  
While in PROGRAM mode, press and hold STOP  
for 3 seconds. They system displays the message  
CLEAR.  
folder.  
Press INTRO on the remote control to play the  
first 10 seconds of each track / file on the current  
disc or USB device. Press again to turn intro mode  
off. “INTRO” icon shows on the display when  
sampling is activated.  
You can view the folder or file names on the  
display while navigating through them. A folder  
or file (music note) icon also shows next to the  
names to indicate their property.  
For mp3/WMA discs and USB devices:  
1. When playback is stopped, press  
to enter  
Note:  
Setting Up Programs  
navigation mode. The display shows “TRACK”  
and the total number of filess on the disc or  
USB device.  
2. Press SELECT on the main unit or  
(navigation key) on the remote control.  
Repeat  
You can create a program of up to 32 tracks.  
1. Follow instructions of “Tracks and Files  
Navigation” and select a track or file to be  
programmed.  
Only the first 99 tracks from each disc can  
be programmed.  
Press REPEAT repeatedly on the remote control  
to repeat the current track (REPEAT 1), current  
disc (REPEAT 1 DISC) , all discs (REPEAT ALL  
DISCS), or turn repeat mode off (ALL DISCS).  
3. Use  
(navigation keys) on the  
2. Press ADD on the remote control to save  
selected track or file into the next available  
program location. Alternatively, you can press  
ADD while you are listening to the desired  
track or file.  
remote control or SELECT, BACK and -  
VOLUME+ on the main unit to navigate  
through folders and files. Refer to the  
following for quick reference:  
Random Playback  
Press  
on the remote control to turn on/off  
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to program more tracks  
or files.  
random playback. The  
it is activated.  
icon is displayed when  
All the tracks on a disc will be shuffled and  
played once before shuffling and playing tracks  
from the next disc.  
Playing Programs  
Press and hold PROG on the remote control to  
enter program mode. Press  
of the program.  
to start playback  
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CD & USB Playback  
CD to USB Recording  
You can record CD tracks / files to your USB  
device.  
mp3/WMA Playback Sequence  
• Check that the mp3/WMA disc is created with a single folder structure. Refer to the diagram below  
EN  
EN  
Note:  
for playback sequence details on multi-level folder structure.  
• For example, folders and songs from level 2 are played before moving on to play folders and songs  
from level 3.  
Only empty folders can be deleted.  
Recording CD to USB Device  
1. Connect a USB device to the USB connector at  
the front of the unit.  
Note:  
2. In CD mode, press CD REC to enter record  
mode. If CD playback is stopped, press CD REC,  
playback and recording will start automatically.  
If CD is already playing, recording starts at  
once. “REC” icon shows on the display in  
record mode.  
LEVEL 1  
LEVEL 2  
LEVEL 3  
LEVEL 4  
After deleting the last file in a folder,  
the display shows ‘EMPTY’ and then goes back  
up one level in the folder tree and shows the  
current empty folder.  
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D
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Folder 1.1  
Song 1.1.1  
Song 1.1.2  
Folder 1  
10 Song 1.1.3  
3. Press CD REC or  
to stop recording.  
E
F
G
Deleting All Files on USB Device  
In navigation mode, press and hold DEL on the  
remote control (or DELETE on the main unit) to  
delete all files on the USB device.  
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Song 1.2.1.1  
Folder 1.2.1  
Folder 1.2  
Folder 2.1  
Recording Selected Tracks on a CD  
to USB Device  
1. Create a CD program by following instructions  
under “Setting Up Programs”.  
2. In CD stop or navigation mode, press CD REC  
to enter record mode.  
3. From stop mode, press PROG to enter program  
playback mode. Playback and recording starts  
automatically. The “PROG” and “REC” icons  
show on the display.  
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Song 1.2.1.3  
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B
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Song 2.1.1  
Song 2.1.2  
Folder 2  
Renaming Files on USB Device  
1. Select a desired file using the navigation keys  
(refer to “Tracks and Files Navigation” for  
details).  
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3
Song 2.2  
Song 2.3  
Song 2.4  
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2. Press PROG on the remote control.  
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3. Press  
(navigation keys) (or rotate -  
4. Press CD REC or  
to stop recording.  
C
VOLUME+ on the main unit) to select  
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Song 3.1  
Song 3.2  
alphabets, press  
(or BACK or SELECT on  
Folder 3  
the main unit) to move to the next alphabet.  
The alphabet being edited is flashing on the  
display.  
Note:  
Recording stops automatically when CD  
stops (Example: end of disc is reached).  
1
2
Song 4  
Song 5  
4. Press PROG when finished.  
Deleting a File from USB Device  
1. Select the unwanted file using the navigation  
keys (refer to “Tracks and Files Navigation” for  
details)  
Note:  
Folder playback sequence is indicated by the letters A to G.  
Song playback sequence is indicated by the numbers (1 to 15) in front of the song name.  
2. Press DEL on the remote control (or DELETE  
on the main unit).  
3. Select “YES” on the display by using  
(navigation keys) (or rotate -VOLUME+ on the  
main unit).  
4. Press  
on the remote control (or SELECT on  
the main unit) to confirm.  
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Radio  
Troubleshooting Tips  
Basic Listening  
EN  
Using Presets  
The tuner can be in either TUNE or PRESET mode.  
EN  
Problem  
Solution  
Problem  
Solution  
Refer to “Quick Start” for basic listening  
operations.  
System will • Check power cord for a secure  
not turn  
on  
CD sound  
skips  
• Clean the disc.  
When in PRESET mode, the PROG light is on.  
connection.  
• Check disc for warping,  
scratches, or other damage.  
• Check if something is causing  
the system to vibrate. If so,  
move the system.  
• Make sure the speakers are at  
least 3 feet away or on a  
different surface from the  
main unit.  
1. Press  
the display to enter preset mode.  
2. Press or on the main unit or  
until you see “PROG” icon appear on  
• Unplug the unit for a moment,  
and then plug into power  
source again.  
• Check the outlet by plugging in  
another device.  
Auto Preset Programming  
(FM only)  
(navigation keys) on the remote control to  
access the previous or next preset station. The  
display first shows the preset program number  
and after a few seconds, the frequency will be  
displayed. (P:22 is preset 22)  
Press and hold BAND 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 the button. You can stop the automatic  
scan by pressing any button, but the erased  
stations cannot be recovered.  
No sound  
• Increase the volume setting.  
• Check connection to speakers.  
• Check that you have selected  
the appropriate function: CD,  
Tuner.  
• Make sure mute is off.  
• Make sure headphones are not  
plugged in.  
CD button  
will not  
respond, or  
does not  
change  
discs when  
you press  
DISC SKIP  
• Switch to another function  
(Tuner) and then back to CD.  
Manually Setting Presets  
Poor radio • Check antenna connection.  
reception  
1. Press  
from the display to enter tuning mode.  
2. Press or to access the desired  
frequency.  
until you see “PROG” icon disappear  
• 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  
into power source.  
• Point the remote directly at  
the system’s front panel.  
• Move closer to the system.  
• Remove any obstacles  
between the remote and the  
system.  
3. Press PROG once on the remote control.  
4. The most recently accessed program location  
will be displayed. If a different program  
location is preferred, press  
keys) on the remote control (or  
on the main unit) to a select a desired preset  
number (1-32).  
5. Press PROG to store the selected frequency at  
that preset.  
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.  
(navigation  
or  
• Use CD lens cleaner.  
• Clean the disc.  
• Try another CD.  
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Maintenance  
Limited Warranty (U.S.)  
What your warranty covers:  
• Defects in materials or workmanship.  
Disconnect the audio system from the power  
source before performing any maintenance.  
EN  
EN  
CD Lens Care  
When your CD lens gets dirty it can also cause the  
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  
cleaner.  
For how long after your purchase:  
• 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.  
Cleaning  
Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust  
What we will do:  
• 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.  
cloth.  
How you get service:  
CD Player  
CAUTION! This system operates with a laser. It  
• 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  
Technical Specification  
Power supply: 120V~60Hz  
Dimensions ( H x W x D inches):  
Unit size - 10.5 x 9.9 x 12.9  
Speaker - 13 x 9.5 x 8.4  
Net Weight: 11lbs  
CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB): 60Hz to 5kHz  
Rating Plate: Look for it at the back of the set.  
must be opened by only a qualified technician.  
of first rental is also required.  
Handling CDs  
What your warranty does not cover:  
• 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.  
• Do not touch the signal surfaces. Hold CDs by  
the edges, or by one edge and the hole.  
• Do not affix labels or adhesive tapes to the  
label surfaces.  
• Do not scratch or damage the label.  
CDs rotate at high speeds inside the player.  
• Do not use damaged (cracked or warped) CDs  
• Batteries.  
• A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes.  
• A unit purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.  
• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.  
Cleaning CDs  
Product Registration:  
• 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.  
• Dirty CDs can cause poor sound quality. Always  
keep CDs clean by wiping them gently with a  
soft cloth from the inner edge toward the  
outer perimeter.  
• If a CD becomes dirty, wet a soft cloth in  
water, wring it out well, wipe the dirt away  
gently, and then remove any water drops with  
a dry cloth.  
• Do not use record cleaning sprays or antistatic  
agents on CDs. Also, never clean CDs with  
benzene, thinner, or other volatile solvents  
which may cause damage to disc surface.  
Limitation of Warranty:  
• 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 INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON 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 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 PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE 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.  
How State Law relates to warranty:  
• Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied war-  
ranty 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 you purchased your unit outside the United States:  
• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.  
Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Costs of such serv-  
ice calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.  
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Limited Warranty (Canada)  
What your warranty covers:  
• Defects in materials or workmanship.  
EN  
For how long after your purchase:  
• 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.  
What we will do:  
• 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.  
How you get service:  
• Take your unit to any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center. To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Audio Service Center, ask your deal-  
er, 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.  
What your warranty does not cover:  
• 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 commercial purposes.  
• A unit purchased or serviced outside Canada.  
• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.  
Product Registration:  
• 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.  
Limitation of Warranty:  
• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMA-  
TION 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 MERCHANTABILI-  
TY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH  
ABOVE.  
How Provincial Laws relates to warranty:  
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights which are in addition to statutory warranties that may vary from Province to Province.  
If you purchased your unit outside Canada:  
• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.  
Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Costs of such serv-  
ice calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.  
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