Safety Warnings
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
This Compact Disc player is classified as a
CLASS 1 LASER product.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN AND INTER LOCKS
DO NOT OPEN
DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage, which can cause electric shock, is
present inside this unit.
This symbol alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in
the literature accompanying the unit.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE
SLOT, AND INSERT FULLY.
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Thank you for buying this
Rio Executive Shelf System.
Contents
Please take time to read these instructions.
They will allow you to operate your
system with ease and take full advantage
of its features.
SAFETY WARNINGS ....................................................................................................................................................................................
2
INSTALLING YOUR EXECUTIVE SHELF SYSTEM
Front Panel View........................................................................................................................................................................................4
Remote Control ..........................................................................................................................................................................................5
Rear Panel View ........................................................................................................................................................................................6
Where to Install your Executive Shelf System ..........................................................................................................................................7
Connecting your System to the Power Supply ..........................................................................................................................................7
Inserting Remote Control Batteries ............................................................................................................................................................7
Connecting to an External Source ............................................................................................................................................................8
CD Digital Out Jack....................................................................................................................................................................................8
Connecting the Speakers ..........................................................................................................................................................................8
Connecting the AM Antenna ......................................................................................................................................................................9
Connecting the FM Antenna ......................................................................................................................................................................9
Viewing the Various Functions on Your System ......................................................................................................................................10
Setting the Clock ......................................................................................................................................................................................10
CD-PLAYER
Playing CD/MP3-CD Discs ......................................................................................................................................................................11
Selecting a Track......................................................................................................................................................................................11
Selecting the MP3-CD album and track ..................................................................................................................................................11
Scanning a CD track ................................................................................................................................................................................12
Skipping 10 tracks at a time ....................................................................................................................................................................12
Random Play Function ............................................................................................................................................................................13
Repeating One or All Tracks on the Compact Discs................................................................................................................................13
Programming the Order of Playback........................................................................................................................................................14
Checking or Changing Programmed Tracks ..........................................................................................................................................14
TUNER
Searching for and Storing Radio Stations ................................................................................................................................................15
Selecting a Preset Station ........................................................................................................................................................................15
......................................................................................................................................................................15
Improving Radio Reception
CASSETTE DECK
Listening to a Cassette ............................................................................................................................................................................16
Tape Counter............................................................................................................................................................................................16
Selecting the Cassette Playback Mode ..................................................................................................................................................16
Recording a Compact Disc ......................................................................................................................................................................17
Recording a Radio Program ....................................................................................................................................................................17
OTHER FUNCTIONS
Timer Function ........................................................................................................................................................................................18
Cancelling the Timer ................................................................................................................................................................................18
Mute Function ..........................................................................................................................................................................................19
Selecting an Equalizer Preset..................................................................................................................................................................19
S. Bass Function......................................................................................................................................................................................19
Power Surround ......................................................................................................................................................................................19
Setting the System to Switch off Automatically........................................................................................................................................20
Connecting Headphones..........................................................................................................................................................................20
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
Safety Precautions ..................................................................................................................................................................................21
Cleaning Your Executive Shelf System....................................................................................................................................................21
Precautions When Using Compact Discs ................................................................................................................................................22
Precautions When Using Audio Cassettes ..............................................................................................................................................22
Before Contacting Customer Service ......................................................................................................................................................22
Technical Specifications ..........................................................................................................................................................................23
Warranty ..................................................................................................................................................................................................24
Technical Support ....................................................................................................................................................................................24
Symbols
Press
Push
Important
Note
3
Front Panel View
20
19
18
1
2
3
17
16
15
4
5
6
14
7 8
9
10
11 12 13
1. Function (TUNER/CD/TAPE)
2. REC/Pause
11. Skip or Search
12. Mono/ST
3. Demo
13. CD Door open/close
14. Multi Jog
4. On/Standby
5. CD Synchro
15. S.Bass
6. Headphone Jack Connector
7. AUX
16. Sound Mode
17. Volume
8. CD Repeat
18. Power Surround
19. Sleep
9. Stop
10. Disc Compartment
20. Push Eject (Cassette Door Open/Close)
4
Remote Control
25
24
1
2
23
22
21
20
3
4
19
18
5
6
7
17
16
15
8
9
10
14
13
11
12
1. On/Standby
2. EQ/S.Bass
3. Tape Rewind
14. Volume Control
15. Band
16. CD Play
17. +10
4. Tape Fast-Forward
5. Rec/Pause, CD SYNCHRO
6. REV. Mode
18. Random
19. Tape Counter Reset
20. Cassette Deck Stop
21. Cassette 6Deck Play
22. Sleep
7. Repeat
8. CD Stop
9. Program/Set
10. Skip or Search
11. TUNE/CD Mode
12. Mono/ST
23. Aux
24. Timer On/Off
25. Timer/Clock
13. Mute
5
Rear Panel View
1
2
3
4
5
1. AUX Input
2. AM Antenna Connector Terminal
3. FM Antenna Connector Terminal
4. SUBWOOFER Speaker
5. MAIN Speaker
6
Where to Install your
Executive Shelf System
Inserting Remote Control Batteries
To take full advantage of your new Executive Shelf System, follow these
installation instructions before connecting the unit.
Insert or replace remote control batteries when you:
Purchase the Executive Shelf System
Find that the remote control is no longer operating correctly
Install the system on a flat, stable surface.
Never place this unit on carpeting.
When replacing the batteries, use a new set of batteries and never
mix alkaline and manganese batteries.
Never place this unit in an outdoor area.
Maintain an open space of approximately 6 inches (15 cm) on the sides
and rear of the system, for ventilation purposes.
Place your thumb on the position marked
compartment cover (rear of the remote control) and push the cover in
the direction of the arrow.
on the battery
1
2
Make sure that you have enough room to open the compact disc com-
partment easily.
Place the speakers at a reasonable distance on either side of the system
to ensure good stereo sound.
Insert two AAA or equivalent batteries, matching the polarities:
+ on the battery against + in the battery compartment
– on the battery against – in the battery compartment
For optimum performance, make sure that both speakers are placed at
an equal distance above the floor.
Replace the cover by sliding it back until it clicks into position.
3
If you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove the
batteries to prevent corrosion.
Connecting your System to the
Power Supply
The power cord must be plugged into an appropriate electrical outlet.
Before plugging your system into an electrical outlet, you must check
the voltage.
Plug the power cord (marked AC Cord on the rear of the system)
into an appropriate electrical outlet.
1
Press the On/Standby button to switch your Executive Shelf System on.
2
7
Connecting to an External Source
Connecting the Speakers
The auxiliary input can be used to take advantage of the sound quality
of your Executive Shelf System when listening to other sources.
The System has Main Speaker jacks and Subwoofer Speaker jacks.
Main Speaker Connection: Connect the Main Speaker cords (red/black)
to the Main Speaker jacks of the System
Examples:
A television
A video disc player
Subwoofer Speaker Connection: Connect the Subwoofer Speaker cords
(blue/black) to the Subwoofer Speaker
A Hi-Fi stereo video cassette recorder
jacks of the System
To connect the external source, the source must have an audio out-
put. In addition, you need an RCA connection cable.
Set the system to standby mode and disconnect it and the external
source from the electrical outlet.
1
2
Connect the audio cable to the rear of the
Executive Shelf System.
(Right Speaker)
(Left Speaker)
Connect the...
To the connector marked...
Red jack
White jack
R (right)
L (left)
For optimum sound quality, do not invert the right and left
channels.
Plug the system back into the electrical outlet and press (
switch it on.
)
to
3
4
Select the AUX source by pressing AUX
.
Result: AUX is displayed.
Switch the external source on.
5
6
Adjust the volume and balance as required:
Volume Equalizer S.Bass
Example: You can watch a film and take advantage of stereo sound,
provided that the original soundtrack is in stereo.
For Best Results when Installing Speakers
Installation near heat sources, in direct sunlight, or in an environ-
ment with high humidity may cause performance degradation of
the speaker.
Do not install speakers on a wall or in any unstable place to pre-
vent the speakers from potentially falling.
Placing speakers near the TV or computer monitor may influence
the quality of the screen display.
8
Connecting the AM Antenna
The AM antenna can be:
Placed on a stable surface
Fixed to the wall (you must first remove the base)
The AM antenna connector terminals are located on the rear of the system and are marked AM ANT
.
To avoid noise interference, check that the speaker wires do not run close to the
antenna wires. Always keep them at least 2 inches (5 cm) apart.
Connecting the FM Antenna
Connect a 75ž antenna to the FM antenna terminal.
Plug the connector on the supplied FM antenna into the coaxial socket (75ž) marked FM on the rear of the system.
Follow the instructions on Page 15 to tune into a radio station, and determine the best position for the antenna.
If reception is poor, you may need to install an outdoor antenna.
To do so, connect an outdoor FM antenna to the FM socket on the rear of the system using a 75ž coaxial cable (not supplied).
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Viewing the Various Functions on Your
System
Setting the Clock
You can view the various functions available on your system.
Your system is equipped with a clock, which allows you to turn your
system on and off automatically.
You should set the clock:
Press the Demo button.
Result: The various functions available are listed in turn on the
When you first purchase the Executive Shelf System
After a power failure
1
display.
After unplugging the unit
All these functions are described in detail in this guide.
For instructions on how to use them, refer to the appropriate sec-
tions.
For each step, you have a few seconds to set the required options.
If you exceed this time, you must start over.
Switch the system on by pressing On/Standby (
remote
) on the
1
To cancel this function, press Demo again.
2
.
Press Timer/Clock twice to display CLOCK
.
2
3
Press Program/Set to display the flashing hour.
To...
Press...
4
Increase the hours
Decrease the hours
When the correct hour is displayed, press Program/Set
Result: The minutes will then flash.
.
5
6
To...
Press...
Increase the minutes
Decrease the minutes
When the correct time is displayed, press Program/Set
Result: The clock starts and is displayed.
.
7
You can display the time, even when you are using another func-
tion, by pressing Timer/Clock once.
You can use the Multi Jog dial instead of the
/
buttons in
Steps 4,6.
2
1
3,5,7
4,6
4,6
10
Playing CD/MP3-CD Discs
Selecting a Track
You can select the track you wish to listen to, either when the com-
pact disc player is stopped or when a disc is playing.
You can play 12 cm or 8 cm compact discs without an adapter.
This unit has been designed to playback the following types of CDs:
Audio CD, CD Text, CD-R and CD-RW.
To start playback at the beginning of the...
Press...
once
Continued use of irregular shaped CDs (heart-shape, octagonal, etc.)
can damage the unit.
Next track
Current track
once
twice
or
Previous track
Track of your choice
Select the CD function by pressing the CD button on the front panel.
1
the
appropriate number
of times.
Press the Open/Close
(
) button to open the disc compartment.
2
3
Place your disc in the compartment, with the label on the disc facing
up.
Close the compartment by pressing the Open/Close
again.
(
) button
4
5
Press the PLAY/PAUSE
(
) button.
Your CD Player will take a few moments to scan through all the
tracks recorded on a particular MP3-CD.
The title of the song may be indicated on the display only if directly
downloaded from a PC or if the purchased MP3-CD is sorted
according to titles (directory).
(Other languages besides English may not be indicated.)
The title of the track may not be indicated depending on the char-
acteristics of the MP3-CD.
To stop playback temporarily, press the PLAY/PAUSE (
) button.
6
7
Selecting the MP3-CD album and track
Press PLAY/PAUSE (
) again to continue playing the disc.
You can select the album and track you wish to listen to, either when
the compact disc player is stopped or when an MP3-CD disc is play-
ing.
Press the STOP ( ) button when you have finished.
Main Unit
To move the album (directory),
turn the Muiti-Jog dial to the left
or right.
Album Movement
To move the track, press the
Track Movement
,
buttons.
Moves the track within the album.
If the buttons are pressed
1
,
more than the number of tracks
2,4
within the title, it moves to the next album.
7
11
Scanning a CD Track
When listening to a compact disc, you can quickly scan a track on the
CD.
What is MP3?
MP3 means MPEG1 Layer 3, the global standard for audio
signal compression technology. It uses digital compression technol-
ogy to compress original sound data by up to 12 times without
sound quality degradation.
To scan through the tracks...
Press and hold down...
Forwards
for at least one second
for at least one second
Backwards
It is recommended that you turn the volume down before using this
function.
File Compatibility
The unit will playback files created in MP3 format
(Mpeg1.Layer3) with .mp3 as their extension.
*
Files created in MP2 format (Mpeg1.Layer2) with .mp2 as
*
their extension can also be played back.
Bit rates: 56-320Kbps.
How many MP3 files can a CD-R or CD-RW disc record?
The maximum capacity of one CD-R or CD-RW disc is
680MB.
At 128kbps, one MP3 file has a capacity of 4MB, therefore
approximately 170 files can be recorded on a single disc.
Playback sequence of albums and tracks
Skipping 10 tracks at a time
A Windows Explorer example is shown here.
The arrows indicate playback sequence of albums and
tracks.
Non-MP3 files will be skipped.
Press the +10 button briefly while playing back a
CD. The track 10 tracks after the current one will then be
played back.
Example: If you want to select track 47 during playback of track 15,
press the +10 button three times, and then press the
button two times.
15
›
25
›
35
›
45
›
46
›
47
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Repeating One or All Tracks
on the Compact Discs
Random Play Function
You can repeat indefinitely:
You can listen to the tracks on a compact disc in random order.
A specific track on a compact disc.
All tracks on the compact disc selected.
Press the Random button.
To repeat...
Press Repeat one or more times
until...
1
1
If this button is pressed when the CD is being played back or stopped,
any track recorded in the CD may be selected to playback again.
The current track indefinitely
All songs
REPEAT 1 is displayed
REPEAT ALL is displayed
When you have finished the random playback, press
Random button again.
or press the
2
When you wish to stop the Repeat function, press
.
2
The Repeat and CD Synchro function is not supported while in
Random playback mode.
1
2
1
2
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Checking or Changing Programmed
Tracks
Programming the Order of Playback
You can check or change your selection of programmed tracks at any
time.
*This function does not operate while using an MP3-CD.
You can decide:
the play order of the tracks
to skip certain tracks
Press
once if you have started listening to the selection.
1
2
Press Program/Set
Result: The following is displayed:
.
The play order of up to 24 may be programmed.
(01 = Program no., – – = Track no. on the disc)
If you have already programmed 24 tracks, Check is displayed
If the CD function is selected, stop the player by pressing
.
1
instead of PR when you press Program/Set
.
Load the selected CD.
2
Press Program/Set one or more times until the track to be changed
is displayed.
3
Press Program/Set
.
3
Result: The following indications are displayed:
Press
/
or turn Multi Jog to select a different track.
Press Program/Set to confirm your change.
Press CD ) to start listening to the selection.
4
5
(
(01 = Program no., – – = Track no. on the disc)
6
Result: The first track selected is played.
Select the required track by pressing:
to move back through the tracks
to move forward through the tracks
4
5
Press Program/Set to confirm your selection.
Result: The selection is stored and is displayed.
To select other tracks, repeat Steps 3-5
.
6
7
8
4
Press CD
(
) to listen to the tracks in the order programmed.
4
To...
Press...
1
4
Listen to the current track again
Listen to the previous track
Listen to the next track
once
twice
once
or
Skip forwards or backwards
the appropriate
number of times
To cancel the selection, press
.
9
Press
once if the compact disc player is stopped.
Result: PRGM is no longer displayed.
If you open the disc compartment, the selection is cancelled.
1
2,3,5
6
1,9
4
4
3,5
7
4,8
4,8
14
Searching for and Storing Radio Stations
Selecting a Preset Station
You can store up to:
You can listen to a preset radio station as follows:
15 FM stations
15 AM stations
Switch the system on by pressing On/Standby (
)
.
1
Select the required band by pressing TUNER/Band on the front
panel.
2
Switch the system on by pressing On/Standy (
)
.
1
2
Select the radio station as follows.
3
Select the required band by pressing TUNER/Band on the front
panel or Band on the remote control.
To listen to ...
Press ...
Result: The appropriate indication is displayed:
Preset station
1. Press the Tuning Mode button until
FM
AM
“
PRESET” is displayed.
to select the required
2.
/
program.
To search for a
station...
Press TUNE/CD Mode
3
4
Manually
One or more times until MANUAL
is displayed.
One or more times until AUTO is
displayed.
Automatically
2
3
1
The PRESET function is explained in detail in the sec-
tion “Selecting a Preset Station.”
Select the station to be stored by:
Turning the Multi Jog knob to the right or to the left to
increase or decrease the frequency respectively.
or
Pressing the
To scroll through the frequencies faster when
searching manually, hold down the or
The automatic search procedure may stop on a
or
buttons.
buttons.
frequency that does not correspond to a radio station. If
this happens, use the manual search mode.
If you do not want to store the radio station found, revert to Step
and search for another station.
4
5
6
Otherwise:
Improving Radio Reception
a
b
c
Press Program/Set
Result: The PRGM is displayed for a few seconds.
Press or turn Multi Jog to assign a program
.
/
You can improve the quality of radio reception by rotating the FM or
AM antenna.
number between 1 and 15.
Press Program/Set to store the radio station.
Result: PRGM is no longer displayed and the station is stored.
If reception from a specific FM radio station is poor, press Mono/ST
to switch from stereo mode to mono. The quality of the sound may be
improved.
To store any other radio frequencies, repeat Steps
3-5.
The PROGRAM function can be used to assign a new station to
an existing program number.
2
4 5
5
4
1
3
5
4
2
5
3
4 5
5
4
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Listening to a Cassette
Tape Counter
When playing a cassette, a counter is displayed to enable you to note
locations on the tape.
Always treat your cassettes with care; refer, if necessary, to the
section entitled “Precautions When Using Audio Cassettes” on
page 22
.
The counter is only displayed when a cassette is being played.
Switch the system on by pressing On/Standby (
).
Reset the counter by pressing Counter Reset
.
1
2
Open the cassette deck by pushing on the corner of the cover
marked Push Eject ) until you hear a click.
(
Insert the pre-recorded cassette with the open edge of the tape
facing downwards.
Close the deck by pushing on the cover until it clicks into place.
3
4
To listen to...
Press ...
Side A
Side B
Press the
or
buttons if necessary.
5
6
To...
Press ...
Rewind the cassette
Fast-forward the cassette
When you have finished playback, press the
button.
Selecting the Cassette
Playback Mode
5
1
Your Executive Shelf System has three cassette playback modes,
which enable you to listen to both sides of a cassette
automatically.
5
5
Press REV.Mode until the appropriate symbol is displayed.
6
When the display indicates... The system plays back...
One side of the selected cassette and
then stops.
One side of the cassette, followed by
the other side of the cassette and then
stops.
Both sides of the cassette indefinitely until
you press stop.
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Recording a Compact Disc
Recording a Radio Program
You can record a compact disc on a cassette in two different ways:
You can record a radio program of your choice.
Synchronized recording
Direct recording
You do not need to adjust the volume, as it has no effect on the
recording.
Synchronized recording
Switch the system on by pressing On/Standby (
)
.
This feature enables you to synchronize the start of the recording
1
2
3
4
with the start of the disc or track of your choice.
Insert a blank cassette in cassette deck.
Switch the system on by pressing On/Standby (
Insert a blank cassette in the cassette deck.
Load a compact disc.
)
.
1
2
3
Select the TUNER function by pressing TUNER/Band
.
Select the radio station that you wish to record by pressing
or
.
Press the CD
(
) button.
Use the CD selection (
Press the CD Synchro
4
,
) buttons to select the desired song.
Press REC/Pause.
Result: REC is displayed in red and recording starts.
5
6
button.
5
When stopped, press the button to start the recording from the
first song.
To stop recording, press
.
Press the CD Synchro button during the playback of the CD to
start the recording from the first part of the song.
To stop recording, press
.
6
*This function dose not operate with MP3-CDs.
3
5
1
4
5
4
4
1
6
5
5
6
Direct recording
The direct recording mode enables you to start recording any track
on the compact disc.
You do not need to adjust the volume, as it has no effect on the recording.
Switch your system on by pressing On/Standby (
Insert a blank cassette in the cassette deck.
Load a compact disc.
)
.
1
2
3
4
Press the CD
(
) button.
Use the CD selection (
,
) buttons to select the desired song.
Press the REC/Pause button.
Result: Recording will begin.
5
6
To stop recording, press
.
5
4
1
6
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Timer Function
The timer enables you to switch the system on or off at
specific times.
Example: You wish to wake up to music every morning.
2
If you no longer want the system to be switched on or off
automatically, you must cancel the timer.
1,9
Before setting the timer, check that the current time is correct.
For each step, you have a few seconds to set the required options.
If you exceed this time, you must start again.
Switch the system on by pressing On/Standby (
)
.
1
2
3
Press Timer/Clock until
Press Program/Set
TIMER is displayed.
.
Result: ON TIME is displayed (instead of the equalizer symbols) for a
few seconds, followed by the switch-on time already set. You
can now set the timer switch-on time.
3,4,5,6,7,8
Set the timer switch-on time.
4
a
b
Set the hour by pressing
Press Program/Set
and
.
.
4,5,6,7
4,5,6,7
Result: The minutes flash.
c
d
Set the minutes by pressing
and
.
Press Program/Set
.
Result: OFF TIME is displayed (instead of the equalizer symbols)
for a few seconds, followed by the switch-off time already
set. You can now set the timer switch-off time.
Set the timer switch-off time.
5
a
b
Set the hour by pressing
Press Program/Set
and
.
.
Result: The minutes flash.
Cancelling the Timer
c
d
Set the minutes by pressing
and
.
Press Program/Set
.
Result: VOL 10 is displayed, where 10 corresponds to the
volume already set.
After having set the timer, it will start automatically as shown by the
TIMER indication on the display. If you no longer wish to use the
timer, you must cancel it.
Press
and
to adjust the volume level and press Program/Set.
6
7
Result: The source to be selected is displayed.
You can stop the timer at any time (with the system on or in standby
mode).
Press
system switches on.
and
to select the source to be played when the
To...
Press Timer On/Off...
If you select...
TAPE (cassette)
TUNER (radio)
You must also...
Cancel the timer
Once.
Insert a cassette tape.
Result:
is no longer displayed.
is displayed again.
a
b
Press Program/Set
Select a preset station by pressing
and
.
Restart the timer
Twice.
Result:
.
CD (compact disc)
Load a compact disc.
Press Program/Set to confirm the timer.
Press on/stanby ( to set the system to standby mode.
8
9
)
Result:
is displayed to the bottom left of the time, indicating that
the timer has been set. The system will switch on and off
automatically at the required times.
If the timer switch on and off times are identical, the word ERROR
is displayed.
You can also use Multi Jog of the
/
buttons in
.
Steps 4, 5, 6, 7
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Mute Function
S. Bass Function
The S.Bass function enhances the bass sound, when enabled.
Turn the S.Bass Level knob.
You can turn the sound off temporarily on your system.
Example: You wish to answer a telephone call.
Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to switch between
OFF ÷ S.Bass 1 ÷ S.Bass 2 ÷ S.Bass 3.
Press Mute
.
1
2
To switch the sound back on (at the same volume as before), press
Mute again or the VOL+/VOL- buttons.
Select the desired level for the bass.
To operate from the remote control unit, press the EQ/S.Bass
button to select the desired mode.
Selecting an Equalizer Preset
Power Surround
Your Executive Shelf System is equipped with a preset equalizer that
allows you to choose the most appropriate balance between treble
and bass frequencies, according to the type of music you are listen-
ing to.
This machine is equipped with the Power Sound function, which
amplifies output for powerful sound.
Press Sound Mode on the front panel until the desired option is selected.
Press the Power Surround button.
1
Press the button repeatedly to select “BASS
CLASSIC.
½
POP
½
ROCK
½
To cancel this function, press Power Surround button again.
2
”
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Setting the System to Switch off
Automatically
Connecting Headphones
You can connect a set of headphones to your Executive Shelf System
so that you can listen to music without disturbing other people in the
room. The earphones must have a 1/8” jack or an appropriate adapter.
While listening to a compact disc or a cassette, you can set the
system to switch off automatically.
Example: You wish to go to sleep to music.
Connect the headphones to the Phones jack on the front panel.
Press Sleep
Result: The is displayed:
.
Result: The loudspeakers are no longer used to output the sound.
1
2
Prolonged use of headphones at a high volume may damage your
hearing.
90 MIN
Press Sleep one or more times to indicate how long the
system should continue playing before it switches off:
90 MIN
OFF
60 MIN
15 MIN
45 MIN
30 MIN
At any time, you can:
Check the remaining time by pressing Sleep
Change the remaining time by repeating Steps
1
and
2
To cancel the SLEEP function, press Sleep one or more times until
OFF is displayed.
3
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Cleaning Your Executive Shelf
System
Safety Precautions
The following diagrams illustrate the precautions to be taken when
using or moving your Executive Shelf System.
To obtain the best possible results from your Executive Shelf System,
you should clean the following elements regularly:
The outer casing
The compact disc player
The cassette player (heads, rollers and drive capstans)
Always unplug the system from the wall outlet:
Before cleaning it
If you are not going to be using it for a long time
Outer Casing
Clean the outer casing regularly using a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive
powders, liquids or aerosol cleaners. Never let any liquids get into the sys-
tem.
Ambient operating conditions:
Do not expose the unit to direct sun
radiation or other heat sources.
This could lead to overheating and
malfunction of the unit.
Compact Disc Player
Ambient temperature
Humidity
41°F-95°F
10-75%
Before playing a compact disc, clean the disc with a special CD
1
cleaning agent. Do not use the same cleaning agents as for vinyl LP
records.
Carefully wipe the disc from the center outward.
Regularly clean the player with a special cleaning disc (available from
your local dealer).
2
Cassette Deck
Press Push Eject
(
) to open the cassette deck.
1
2
Use a cotton swab and a special cassette cleaning agent to clean
the:
Do not place potted plants or vases
on top of the unit. Moisture entering
the unit could lead to dangerous
electric shock and can cause
equipment damage. In such events
immediately disconnect the power
cord from the electrical outlet.
During thunderstorms, disconnect
the power cord from the electrical
outlet.
Main voltage peaks due to light-
ning could damage the unit.
Head (1)
Rollers (2)
Drive capstans (3)
3
1
2
Remove the batteries from the
remote control if will not be used for
an extended period.
Leaking batteries can cause serious
damage to the remote control.
When using headphones, take care
not to listen at excessive volumes.
Extended use of headphones at
high volumes may lead to hearing
damage.
If you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove
the batteries to prevent corrosion.
Your system should not be used in an excessively dusty environ-
ment or subjected to shocks or extreme heat (close to heating
appliances or in direct sunlight, etc.).
If the unit emits an unpleasant odor when in use, unplug it from
the electrical outlet and contact Customer Service.
Do not place heavy items on the
power cord. Power cord damage can
lead to damage of the equipment (fire
hazard) and can cause electric
shock.
Do not remove any equipment panels.
The inside of the unit
contains live components, which
cause electric shock.
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Precautions When Using Compact
Discs
Before Contacting Customer Service
Handle your compact discs with care. Always hold them by the edges to
avoid leaving fingerprints on the shiny surface.
It always takes a little time to become familiar with a new appliance.
If you have any of the problems listed below, try the solutions given.
They may save you the time and inconvenience of an unnecessary
service call.
When you have finished playing a compact disc, always put it back in its
case.
Do not fix paper or adhesive tape to the discs and do not write on the
label.
Problem
Checks/Explanation
Clean discs with a special-purpose cloth.
Store your compact discs in a clean place, out of direct sunlight, where
they will not be exposed to high temperatures.
• The power cord is not correctly plugged into
a wall socket or the wall socket is not
switched on.
• The remote control batteries need replacing
or the polarity does not match.
• The On/Standby button has not been
pressed.
Always use compact discs marked
The system does not work
G
E
N
E
R
A
L
• The volume has been completely turned
down.
• The correct function (TUNER, CD, TAPE,
AUX) has not been selected.
• You have connected a set of earphones.
• The speaker wires have been
disconnected.
There is no sound
• The Mute button has been pressed.
• The timer has been stopped by pressing
The Timer does not work
Timer On/Off
.
• Press the Sound Mode button for 5
seconds in power ‘OFF’(standby), then it is
returned the original position (RESET)
If your system does not work after
performing the above actions.
Precautions When Using Audio
Cassettes
• The CD function has not been selected.
• The disc has been inserted face down or is
either dirty or scratched.
• The laser sensor is dirty or dusty.
• The system has not been installed on a flat,
horizontal surface.
Check that the tape in the cassette is sufficiently taught.
To prevent erasing a cassette that you wish to keep, remove the safety
tab on the upper edge of the cassette. To record a cassette, where the
tab has been broken, simply cover the opening with adhesive tape.
The compact disc player does not
start playing
C
D
When you have finished playing a cassette, always put it back in its
case.
• Condensation has formed in the player;
leave the system in a warm, ventilated
room for at least one hour.
Store your cassettes in a clean place, out of direct sunlight, where they
will not be exposed to high temperatures.
C
A
S
S
E
T
T
E
S
• The TAPE function has not been selected.
Avoid using 120-minute cassettes as they place unnecessary strain on
the tape mechanism.
•
The cassette has not been inserted correctly.
The tape does not start playing
• The cassette player has not been closed.
• The tape is either slack or broken.
• The audio heads are dirty.
• The rollers or drive capstans are dirty.
• The tape is worn.
The volume falls off
The cassette is not erased correctly
There is excessive flutter
• The TUNER function has not been selected.
• The radio frequency has not been correctly
selected.
• The antenna has been disconnected or is
not facing the right way. Turn it until you
find the best orientation.
R
A
D
I
Reception is poor or no radio
stations are received at all
O
• You are in a building that blocks radio
waves; you must use an outside antenna.
If the above guidelines do not allow you to solve the problem, take a note
of:
The model and serial numbers, normally printed on the rear of the
system
Your warranty details
A clear description of the problem
Then contact your local dealer or Customer Service.
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Technical Specifications
Both the design specifications and these user instructions are subject to change without notice.
RADIO
AM
Signal/noise ratio
Usable sensitivity
Total harmonic distortion
FM
40 dB
54 dB
2 %
Signal/noise ratio
Usable sensitivity
Total harmonic distortion
62 dB
3 dB
1.0 %
COMPACT DISC PLAYER
Frequency range
Signal/noise ratio
Distortion
20 Hz - 20 KHz (± 1 dB)
90 dB (at 1 KHz) with filter
0.05 % (at 1 KHz)
Channel separation
Disc sizes
75 dB
Diameter: 120 or 80 mm. Thickness: 1.2 mm
CASSETTE DECK
Frequency range
Signal/noise ratio
Channel separation
Erasing effect
125 Hz ~ 10 KHz
40 dB
35 dB
60 dB
AMPLIFIER
Output power
..........................................
Main(4 ž)
Subwoofer(2 ž)
2 X 20 Watts RMS (total harmonic distortion : 10%)
................................
2 X 40 Watts RMS (total harmonic distortion : 10%)
Channel separation
Signal/noise ratio
45 dB
72 dB
GENERAL
Dimensions
240 (W) x 177 (H) x 322 (D) mm
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Warranty
One Year Limited Warranty
Our warranty to you
SONICblue Incorporated warrants that your product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original
retail purchase. If you discover a defect covered by this warranty, we will repair or replace the product at our option using new or remanufactured components.
SONICblue Incorporated’s liability is limited solely to the repair or replacement of the defective product. This warranty is extended to the original end user pur-
chaser only and is not assignable or transferable to any other party. Any parts or boards removed in the replacement or remanufacture process shall become
the property of SONICblue Incorporated.
How to obtain service under this warranty
To obtain service under this warranty, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product or SONICblue Incorporated’s Customer Care Center at
(541) 967-2450 for return instructions.
You must deliver the product and the original sales receipt to the dealer from whom you purchased this product or to SONICblue Incorporated in order to obtain
service under this warranty. If you return the product to SONICblue Incorporated, you must pay for shipping to SONICblue Incorporated.
Our mailing address
SONICblue Incorporated
7835 East McClain Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85260-1732 USA
Product failures not covered by this warranty
This warranty covers defects in manufature that arise from correct use of the device. It does not cover damage cause by abuse, misuse, improper modification
or repair, moisture, extreme heat or cold, corrosive environments, shipping, or high voltage surges from external sources such as power line, telephone line, or
connected equipment. This warranty does not cover wear and tear on covers, housing or wiring. This warranty also does not apply to any product with an
altered or defaced serial number.
Limits of liability
We are only responsible for the repair of this product. We will not be liable to you or anyone else for any damages that result from the failure of this product or
from the breach of any express or implied warranties. These include damage to other equipment, lost data, lost profits, or any consequential, incidental, or
punitive damages. In no event will SONICblue Incorporated be liable for any amount greater than the currently suggested retail price of this product.
This written warranty represents the entire warranty agreement between SONICblue Incorporated and you. This warranty is give in lieu of all other warranties,
express or implied, including without limitation implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. This warranty is limited to the term
specified above. No warranties, either express or implied, will apply after this period. This warranty may not be altered in any way other than in writing by an
officer of SONICblue Incorporated. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary, from state to state. Some
states limit what warranties may be excluded as well as how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
Technical Support
Technical Support: United States
Customer Service: United States
Web site
Technical Support Wizard
Email
Email
Telephone
1 (800) 468-5846
Telephone
1 (541) 967-2450
Fax
1 (541) 967-2401
Fax
1 (541) 967-2401
Rio EX1000 Executive Shelf System Support
With every Rio EX1000 Executive Shelf System you receive the following support services:
Unlimited access to the Rio Web-based technical information resources, which are available 24 hours a day at http://www.riohome.com. Here you will find
FAQ files, a knowledge base search engine, product updates, and other useful tools.
Unlimited email support for the duration of your warranty period.
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