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Before You Begin
Before You Begin
1. Select Update Software from the Options menu.
2. Select Update Software to Latest Release.
3. Click Continue.
It will automatically download and install the latest
MusicMatch Jukebox software.
Useful Advice
Battery Power
You can insert 6 D-sized alkaline batteries (not
supplied) and you can take your stereo just about
anywhere.
• Open the battery compartment door on the bot-
tom of the unit by pressing down on the tab and
pulling out the cover.
• Before inserting the batteries, observe the
polarities (that is, + and -) of the battery, then relate
the polarities to the engraved diagram inside the
battery compartment. Insert batteries in the battery
compartment.
Music management software -
MusicMatchTM Jukebox
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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.
If moisture forms inside this system, it may not oper-
ate properly. To correct the problem, turn off the
power and wait about 30 minutes for moisture to
evaporate
This system is fitted with a laser. To avoid accidents,
it is to be opened by qualified technicians only.
Never leave the tray open as dust could cover the
laser lens and/or the tray could be bumped into
accidentally.
Do not place the system near wet areas such as
bathrooms and pool side. Avoid storing the system
at humid places or near abnormally heated areas.
Power is continuously supplied to the system. To
disconnect power completely, unplug the power
cord from the power outlet.
Upon unpacking the unit, you should find the music
management software - MusicMatch Jukebox
enclosed. Insert the software disc into your comput-
er and click on “MusicMatch User’s Guide” if you
need assistance on installation of the software and
creating mp3 discs for your enjoyment with this
unit.
Close the window that asks you to Get your Plus
Upgrade Key Now.
Creating a CD
After placing tracks in the playlist, click Burn on the
top menu bar.
You need the latest MMJB Software to enjoy all the
features.
Note that the AC line cord must be unplugged from
the jack on the back of the unit to operate on bat-
teries. 3 AA-sized batteries (not supplied) are need-
ed to keep radio station memory.
Note: You are limited to only burning a certain
number of CDs. Upgrade to MusicMatch Plus
to get unlimited burning.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to remove batteries when stor-
ing the set for more than 30 days. Leaky batteries
can badly damage the system. Be sure to dispose of
leaky, weak or dead batteries properly according to
federal, state, and local regulations.
CD-R / RW
This unit is compatible with
CD-RW/ CD-R discs for play-
back.
To check which version of MusicMatch Jukebox you
are currently using:
1. Click on Help to access help menu.
2. Select About MUSICMATCH Jukebox.
The software version number can be seen on the
top left corner of the information window.
Notes on CD-R/RW Disc:
What’s so special about this audio CD / mp3 disc player?
Besides traditional audio CDs, this player is meant to play mp3 files encoded on a CD-ROM. You can store up
to 12 hours of music on a single disc (at 128kbps).
Creating mp3 CDs requires the use of a computer with a CD-R / CD-RW writer and a music management soft-
ware (MusicMatch Jukebox recommended).
To fully enjoy the functionalities of your mp3 CD player, we recommend you to record your mp3 CD using
folders and subfolders.
• 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.
Update MusicMatch Jukebox
Once you have installed the MusicMatch Jukebox
software included with your unit, follow the steps
below to update your software version.
~ 10 CDs
• 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.
Compression and transfer
~ 12 hours of music
CD-R/ CD-RW
Playback
Recorder
Compressed music
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General Controls
General Controls
Main Unit
Remote Control
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FUNCTION/STANDBY
- Selects functions: CD mode / Radio mode /
Standby mode.
STOP
/ home
- Stops CD or mp3 playback; returns to home direc-
tory in mp3 and Smart Trax navigation.
ENTER - In radio mode - Enters preset mode;
SEEK
PRESET
In navigation mode, enters selected menu. Also used to select among
options in mode menu.
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Enter
COMPACT DISC AUDIO
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CD-R
/
RW COMPATIBLE
PRESET
TUNE
/
- Tunes down or up in radio frequency; skips/searches
back or skips/searches forward for CD and mp3; enters to the next menu
or return to the previous menu during navigation.
FUNCTION
STANDBY
OFF
ON
PLAY / PAUSE
- Starts and pauses CD or mp3 playback.
VOL +/- - Increases or decreases volume.
SOUND - Turns on/off digital bass boost system; selects among different
E.Q. options (Flat, Rock, Jazz, Pop, Classic or Custom)
MODE - Selects options in various modes:
Standby modes: System Setting. (LCD Contrast)
Radio modes: Delete Presets
1. FUNCTION/ STANDBY
mode / Radio mode / Standby mode.
- Selects functions: CD
8. PHONES
- Connects headphones.
- Stops CD and mp3 play-
9. STOP / home
back; returns to home directory in mp3 and Smart
Trax navigation.
2. OPEN
- Opens CD compartment door.
3. PLAY/PAUSE
- Plays and pauses CD and
Stereo (FM only) On/Off
mp3 playback.
10. VOLUME +/- - Increases or decreases volume.
System Setting. (LCD Contrast)
mp3 modes: Playmode... (Repeat / Intro / Mix)
Playlist...(Add Song)
System Setting. (LCD Contrast / Browse mode)
CD modes : Playmode... (Repeat / Intro / Mix)
Playlist.... (Add Songs)
4. CLOCK
mode; displays clock time.
- Enters clock and timer setting
11. SOUND - Turns on/off digital bass boost
system; selects among different E.Q. options (Flat,
Rock, Jazz, Pop, Classic or Custom)
5. BAND - Selects between FM, MW and LW radio
bands.
12. PRESET
/
- Increase or decrease preset
System Setting. (LCD Contrast)
location in radio mode; works as an up and down
navigation key in all menus.
SmartTrax mode: Playmode...(Repeat/Intro/Mix)
System Setting...(LCD Contrast / Browse mode)
6.
Random Playback/ SEEK - In CD mode, selects
Random playback; In radio mode - enables seek
function.
PRESET
/
- Selects preset radio stations; works as navigation
13. TUNE
(SKIP / SEARCH BACKWARD) - Goes
keys to move up or down menus.
back to previous CD or mp3 track or searches
backward; tunes down in radio frequency; returns
to the previous menu in navigation mode.
Random / SEEK - Selects random playback in CD and mp3 mode. In
radio mode - enables seek function.
BAND - Selects between FM, MW and LW frequency.
7. MODE
modes:
- Selects options in various operating
Standby modes: System Setting. (LCD Contrast)
Radio modes: Delete Presets
Stereo (FM only) On/Off
System Setting. (LCD Contrast)
mp3 modes: Playmode... (Repeat / Intro / Mix)
Playlist... (Add Song)
14. TUNE
(SKIP / SEARCH FORWARD) - Goes to
next CD or mp3 track or searches forward; tunes up
in radio frequency; enters the next menu in naviga-
tion mode.
System Setting. (LCD Contrast / Browse
mode)
CD modes : Playmode... (Repeat / Intro / Mix)
Playlist.... (Add Songs)
15. ENTER
- In radio mode - Enters preset
mode; In navigation mode, enters selected menu.
Also used to select among options in mode menu.
System Setting. (LCD Contrast)
SmartTrax mode: Playmode...(Repeat/Intro/Mix)
System Setting...(LCD Contrast /
Browse mode)
16. POWER BOOST – Toggles the power boost func-
tion on or off.
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Display
Clock and Timer Setting
Setting Clock
Setting Timer
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Timer On/Off
Indicator
Repeat
Mode
Random
Playback
SmartTrax CD
1. Press and hold CLOCK
the clock and timer setting menu show on the
display
on the main unit until
1. Press and hold CLOCK
until the clock and timer setting menu show on the
display.
on the main unit
Battery Indicator
Equalizer
Options
2. Press PRESET
select Set Timer.
or
to scroll the menu to
Set Clock
Set Timer
Timer
Folder Indicator
On
Off
Digital Bass
Boost System
Indicates current
folder location in
SmartTrax mode.
PLAYLIST is for mp3
CD discs only.
Set Clock
Set Timer
Timer
2. Press PRESET
select Set Clock.
or
to scroll the menu to
to enter clock setting
On
Off
3. Press ENTER or TUNE
menu. New Time hour will be flashing.
3. Press ENTER or TUNE
to enter Timer setting
menu. The Timer-On Time hour flashes on the dis-
play.
Note:
12:00
12:00
Old
LCD backlight will be activated when-
ever the unit is powered on, in order
to give you a clear sight of the LCD.
New
Timer-On Time
12:00
4. Press PRESET
or
to select hour.
5. Press ENTER or TUNE
to move to minutes
4. Press PRESET
or
to set the hour.
setting. The minutes digits will flash.
5. Press ENTER to move to minutes setting. The
minute digits will flash.
12:00
12:00
Old
New
Timer-On Time
12:00
Press TUNE
to move back to change the hour.
or to select minutes.
6. Press PRESET
6. Press PRESET
or
to set the minutes.
7. Press ENTER to save settings and exit clock set-
ting mode.
Tip:
Tip:
•
Press TUNE
or
to tog-
• Press CLOCK while the power is on
to view current clock time.
gle between hour and minute setting.
• Press TUNE
or TUNE
when setting clock to readjust hour or min-
utes.
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Clock and Timer Setting
Display Setting
7. Press ENTER to save timer on time and move to
Timer-Off Time setting. The Timer-Off hour flashes.
LCD Contrast
1. Press MODE in any mode to access Mode menu.
5. Press ENTER or TUNE
menu.
to enter LCD Contrast
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Set Clock
Set Timer
Timer
On
Off
Timer-Off Time
12:00
2. Press PRESET
the menu and select System Setting.
or
to scroll up and down
The timer icon
will show on the display when
Contrast
09
timer is activated.
System Setting.
8. Repeat steps 4 to 6 to set the time.
Enable / Disable Timer
6. Press PRESET
or
to adjust display con-
9. Press ENTER to save timer off time and move to
1. Press and hold CLOCK
on the main unit
trast.
Timer Source setting.
until the clock and timer setting menu show on the
display.
3. Press ENTER or TUNE
System Setting menu.
to enter and view
7. Press TUNE
to exit to the previous menu level.
Timer source
CD
2. Press PRESET
select Timer On/Off.
or
to scroll the menu to
4. Press PRESET
the menu until LCD Contrast is selected.
or
to scroll up and down
Set Clock
Set Timer
Timer
LCD Contrast
10. Press PRESET
and RADIO as timer source.
or
to select between CD
On
Off
Caution: Ensure the right radio
frequency is tuned or CD is loaded before
turning off the power.
3. Press ENTER or TUNE
Timer On and Off.
to select between
Sound Features
11. Press ENTER to save timer source and move to
Timer Volume setting.
Note:
Volume Control
Digital Bass Boost System
Press SOUND repeatedly to turn on and off DBBS
function. DBBS will show on the the display when it
is activated.
Timer will automatically be
activated after Timer settings.
Press VOLUME + on the main unit or VOL. + on the
remote control to increase volume and VOLUME -
on the main unit or VOL. - on the remote control to
decrease volume.
Timer volume
Level
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Volume level will show on the display while you are
adjusting volume. Minimum volume level is 0 and
maximum is 32.
Boosting the Power
Slide POWER BOOST knob to “ON” position on the
main unit to activate the power boost function
which will enhance the output power of the unit.
12. Press PRESET
between 1 to 32.
or
to select volume level
13. Press ENTER to save settings and return to Timer
setting menu.
Note:
Volume 17
When the POWER BOOST function is
activated, the unit will consume more
power than normal operation. Thus the
batteries life might be shortened when using
DC power.
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Sound Features
Tuner
Equalizer Control
1. Press and hold SOUND until the E.Q. menu
Enter Tuner Mode
In standby mode, press FUNCTION/ STANDBY
Manual Preset Setting
1. Tune to the frequency to be saved into preset
location.
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Flat
Rock
Jazz
= EQ =
= EQ =
appears on the display.
twice to enter radio mode.
If the unit is in CD mode, press FUNCTION/
FM 105.00 MHz
STANDBY
once to select radio mode.
Flat
Rock
Jazz
= EQ =
Pop
Classic
Custom
Tuning to a Station
2. Press ENTER to enter preset mode. The last used
1. Press BAND to select between FM, MW and LW.
memory location will be displayed.
3. Press ENTER to select and enter Custom EQ.
2. Press PRESET
the E.Q. menu until the cursor points to the desired
effect.
or
to move up and down
setting.
2. Press TUNE
or
to tune to the station
you want to listen to.
Preset 02?
low
+ 10
or
high - 10
Tip:
Flat
Rock
Jazz
= EQ =
= EQ =
• Extend or reposition the antenna
for better FM reception.
3. Press PRESET
or
to select the highest
4. Press PRESET
to adjust low level.
memory location accessible at the time (the next
available memory location).
• Move the unit for better MW or
LW reception.
5. Press ENTER to save setting and move on to
adjust high level.
Pop
4. Press ENTER to save frequency into selected
Classic
Custom
memory location.
FM 105.00 MHz
6. Press PRESET
or
to adjust high level.
high - 10
FM 105.00 MHz
Preset 02
mono
3. Press ENTER to confirm your selection.
Seek Mode
tuned
low
+ 10
1. Press
will be displayed.
/SEEK to enable seek function. SEEK
Note:
Pop
Classic
Custom
= EQ =
There are 30 preset memory
locations in tuner mode.
TIP: Press TUNE
low and high settings.
or
to toggle between
FM 105.00 MHz
SEEK
4. Press TUNE
at anytime to exit E.Q. menu.
7. Press ENTER to save the setting.
8. Press TUNE to exit.
Preset Memory Recall
1. Press PRESET
or
repeatedly to access
2. Press TUNE
down in radio frequency.
or
to auto search up or
desired preset stations.
Custom Equalizer Setting
1. Press and hold SOUND until E.Q. menu appears
on the display.
To overwrite memory locations
1. Tune to the frequency to be saved into preset
location.
Tip:
Note:
Press
/SEEK to toggle seek
After Custom Setting is finished,the
unit will automatically entered Custom
EQ if it is not already selected.
2. Press PRESET
or
to move up or down
function on and off.
the menu until the cursor is pointing to Custom.
2. Press ENTER to enter preset mode.
3. Press PRESET
location to overwrite.
4. Press ENTER to overwrite the previous setting.
or
to select the memory
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Tuner
Tuner
3. Press ENTER select between Stereo ON/ OFF.
4. Press TUNE to exit Mode menu.
Delete Preset Station
1. Press MODE to enter radio mode menu.
Auto Preset Stations (FM only)
1. Press and hold BAND to view Auto Preset menu.
FM Stereo
1. Press MODE in tuner mode to access the tuner
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menu.
stereo will be displayed when Stereo mode is on and
stereo station is received.
mono will be displayed when Stereo mode is off.
Auto Preset
=> Start
Delete Preset
2. Press PRESET
the menu until the cursor points to Stereo.
or
to move up or down
Stereo
On
Off
=> Abort
System Setting.
FM
93.50MHz
tuned
2. Press PLAY/PAUSE
Press STOP to Abort.
to start auto preset.
Delete Preset
Stereo
On
Off
2. Press PRESET
or
to select Delete Preset.
to enter Delete Preset
stereo
System Setting.
3. Press ENTER or TUNE
Existing
Preset Stations
Will be Erased!
menu. All Preset location will be listed.
mp3 and CD Player
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02
03
FM
FM
MW
87.5MHz
100.5MHz
603kHz
mp3 Recommendations
• Use .mp3 as the extension when converting audio files into mp3 for saving onto CD-R(W) or CD-ROM,
e.g. Rocky08.mp3. Do not use any other extension e.g. .doc, .pdf.
Searching up
for station
4. Press PRESET
or
to scroll up and down
the preset location and select the one you wish to
delete.
• Do not use the .mp3 or WMA extension for other text or non-audio data files as this may result in seri-
ous malfunction and harmful noise interference.
When station is found, it will be stored into Preset.
• In order to get audio CD quality, you need to record your mp3 CD at 128 kbps. You can record from 32
kbps to 320kbps.
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FM
FM
MW
87.5MHz
100.5MHz
603kHz
FM 88.00 MHz
Preset 1
Wait while the CD is being read.
Entering CD Mode
In standby mode, press FUNCTION/STANDBY
5. Press ENTER to delete preset station from the
selected memory location. The next preset station
will move up to replace the memory location.
Auto Preset will stop once all 30 preset stations are
full or when the frequency band ends.
once to enter CD mode.
Reading Disc
Please Wait...
In Tuner mode, press FUNCTION/STANDBY
twice to enter CD mode.
Note:
Auto Preset
Completed
If the disc has an error or if there is
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FM
MW
87.5MHz
603kHz
no disc on the disc tray, the system
Inserting Disc
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will take a long time for reading. If there is
no disc on the disc tray, NO DISC will be dis-
played
1. Press OPEN
on the unit to open the CD com-
Note:
partment door.
DO NOT press any key until auto-pre-
set search is complete.
2. Insert the disc
Note:
3. Close the compartment door and push down on
the door until it locks in place.
The unit will automatically power off
if no function is initiated for more
than 30 minutes.
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mp3 and CD Player
Random Playback
Playback Mode
1. Press MODE to view the CD mode menu.
Repeat
1. Select the Repeat
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Playing CD Discs
Enable mix play to randomly play tracks on the disc.
option in Playmode... menu.
Press PLAY/PAUSE
to start playback.
Press Random button
random playback.
to enable and disable
1
All
On
On
Off
Off
Off
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Playmode...
Playlist...
System Setting.
Intro
Mix
Enable Random Playback from Playmode
TRACK 01
menu
1. Select the Mix option in Playmode... menu.
2. Press ENTER to select between
1 - To repeat selected track. This display will
Press PLAY/PAUSE
when the disc is playing to
2. In CD mode menu, press PRESET
or
to
pause playback. The playback time will flash.
Press again to resume .
move up or down the menu until the cursor is
pointing to the Playmode... option.
show
1.
All - To repeat entire disc. The display will show
ALL.
OFF - Turn off the repeat feature.
1
All
On
On
Off
Off
Off
Intro
Mix
Note:
Playmode...
Playlist...
System Setting.
When the unit is in pause mode for
more then 5 minutes, the unit will
automatically enter Stop mode.
2. Press ENTER to select between Mix On and Mix
Sampling Tracks
Off .
3. Press ENTER or TUNE
menu.
to enter Playmode....
Activating Intro will play the first 10 seconds of each
track on the disc.
Skip and Search Tracks
The random playback icon
play when it is activated.
will show on the dis-
• Press TUNE
Press and hold the button to search back in a song.
• Press TUNE to go to the next track. Press and
to go back to the previous track.
1. Select the Intro option in Playmode... menu.
1
All
On
On
Off
Off
Off
hold to search forward in a song.
Intro
Mix
1
All
On
On
Off
Off
Off
Intro
Mix
Stop Playback
4. Press PRESET
or
to move up or down
Press STOP
to end playback.:
the menu until the cursor is pointing to the playback
mode option you want.
2. Press ENTER to select between Intro On and Intro
Off.
Tip:
To listen to CD through headphones,
insert your headphones into the
PHONES
the player.
5. Press TUNE
to return to the previous menu.
00:05
jack on the back of
TRACK 01
Intro
Tip:
When in Intro mode playback, press
PLAY/PAUSE to disable Intro
and continue with normal play.
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4. Press ENTER to save new setting.
Program Playlist
Add Songs to Playlist
Delete Song from Playlist
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1. Press MODE to view the CD mode menu.
1. Follow steps under Program Playlist and select
Add Song in step 4.
5. Repeat steps 2 and 4 to edit other program
location.
1. Follow steps 1 to 5 under Program Playlist and
select Erase Song in step 4.
2. Press TUNE
the next available program location.
or
to select track number for
6. Press MODE to quit.
Playmode...
Playlist...
System Setting.
View Song
Erase Song
Erase Playlist
2. In CD mode menu, press PRESET
move up or down the menu until the cursor is
pointing to Playlist.. .
or
to
Activate Program Playback
1. Follow steps 1 to 4 under Program Playlist and
select Playlist in step 4.
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02
03
TRK
TRK
TRK
(01)
- -
- -
2. Press PRESET
or
to scroll up and down
and select the song you want to delete from the list.
3. Press ENTER to save setting and move on to select
track for next memory location.
3. Press ENTER to delete the song.
Playmode...
Playlist...
System Setting.
Add Song
Playlist
ON
Off
4. Press TUNE
to return to the previous menu.
4. Press MODE to quit.
3. Press ENTER or TUNE
4. Press PRESET or
the menu until the cursor is pointing to the option
you want.
to enter Playlist.... menu.
to move up or down
There are 30 program memory locations available.
2. Press ENTER to select between Playlist On and
Playlist Off.
Erase Entire Playlist
1. Follow steps 1 to 5 under Program Playlist and
select Erase Playlist in step 4.
3. Press MODE to quit.
When creating program playlist for the first time,
only Add Song is available for selection.
Edit Playlist
View Song
Erase Song
Erase Playlist
1. Follow steps under Program Playlist and select
Add Song in step 4.
Add Song
View Program Playlist
1. Follow steps 1 to 5 under Program Playlist and
select View Song in step 4.
2. Press PRESET
or
to select the program
location you want to edit.
2. Press ENTER. You will be asked to confirm or
If a playlist already exists, the following options can
be selected.
Abort deleting playlist.
01
02
03
TRK
TRK
TRK
01
(05)
10
View Song
Erase Song
Erase Playlist
=> Erase
=> Abort
Add Song
Playlist
ON
Off
3. Press TUNE
number.
or
to select the new track
2. Press PRESET
and view Song list.
or
to scroll up and down
3. Press PLAY/PAUSE
playlist.
Press STOP
to confirm and delete
View Song
Erase Song
Erase Playlist
3. Press TUNE
to return to the previous menu.
01
02
03
TRK
TRK
TRK
01
(09)
10
to abort selection.
5. Press ENTER or TUNE
to enter selected
menu.
6. Press MODE to quit.
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mp3 and CD Playback
Display Options
1. In STOP mode, press MODE to view mp3 menu.
Playing mp3 CD Discs
Use the navigation buttons to select the file or folder
to be played.
When a file is selected, playback begins from that
file.
When a folder is selected, playback begins from the
first song in the selected folder.
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Playing mp3 Discs
Smart Trax
Main mp3 Navigation Keys
Smart Trax is a music management system that allows
for the organization of mp3 or WMA files into 7
standardized categories. The categories include My
Selection, Artist, Title, Genre, Year, Album and CD
Playlist.
This systematic arrangement shortens the initiation
time for mp3 discs. Navigation also becomes easier as
files are placed into folders.
PRESET
or
- to scroll up or down within a
directory.
Playmode...
System Setting.
TUNE
TUNE
home
- to return to the previous menu level.
- to enter into a selected menu level.
Press PLAY/PAUSE
to start playback.
2. Press PRESET
or
to scroll down until the
If the mp3 disc is formatted with the Smart Trax fea-
ture, Folder mode will be replaced with Smart Trax
mode.
- to return directly to the home directory
icon is pointing to System Setting and press ENTER
to view mp3 System Setting menu.
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File Name
Artist:
Artist 1
Note:
The Smart Trax
icon will show on the display.
3. Press PRESET
or
until the icon is at
Must be in STOP mode to view the
list of files and folders.
Browse Mode....
Smart Trax - all files are divided into 7 different
categories.
Listening to mp3 and mp3PRO files
The display will toggle among Artist, Type, Year,
Genre, Title and Album information every 20
seconds.
LCD Contrast
Browse mode
mp3PRO is an improved version of the popular mp3
coding-decoding format that provides same sound
quality at roughly half the size of orginal mp3 files.
mp3PRO files will play normally on an old mp3
player. Sound quality will only be optimized when
mp3PRO files are played on a mp3PRO player.
My Selection
Artist
Title
Tip:
Press PRESET
or
can also
4. Press ENTER to view Browse Mode selections.
toggle among Artist, Type, Year,
Genre, Title and Album.
5. Press PRESET
display options:
or
to select among
Genre
Album
Year
mp3 CD
mp3 CD without Smart Trax
Press PLAY/PAUSE
when the disc is playing to
pause playback. The playback time will flash.
Press again to resume .
When a mp3 audio disc is read, the title of the folder
or the song name in the home directory will show on
the display.
Folder mode
File mode
CD Playlist
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Clear Selection
Note:
When the unit is in pause mode for
more then 5 minutes, the unit will
automatically enter Stop mode.
“
“
” will indicate the title is a folder.
“ will indicate the title is a file.
Note:
mp3 CD with Smart Trax
When reading a Smart Trax disc, the
unit will automatically enter the
Folder 1
Folder 2
Track 1
Track 2
Skip and Search Tracks
Folder mode
File mode
Smarttrax mode
Artist Folder. Press home
or TUNE
• Press TUNE
Press and hold the button to search back in a song.
• Press TUNE to go to the next track. Press and
to go back to the previous track.
to return to the Home Directory.
Folder – files are divided and placed into individual
Respective icons will appear on the display to indicate
which SmartTrax folder you are currently in during
navigation.
6. Press ENTER to confirm selection.
hold to search forward in a song.
folder.
File – all files on the mp3 disc will be arranged
alphabetically.
Stop Playback
Press STOP
to end playback.
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mp3 and CD Playback
mp3 and CD Playback
mp3 Playback Mode
Random mp3 Playback
Navigation Chart
EN
EN
Follow the steps under Playback Mode on page 12
to access mp3 menu.
Refer to Random Playback on page 13 for instruc-
tion on enabling and disabling random playback.
mp3 Audio CD without Smart Trax
Note:
SmartTrax mode
Go into the target folder to be
repeated or the folder to be played
randomly in stop mode.
If the cursor is at the middle level where all the
artists are listed, then the selected artist is picked
and his/her songs will be played randomly before
picking another artist
randomly.
Sampling mp3 Tracks
Refer to Sampling Tracks on page 13 for details.
Repeat for mp3 Discs
1. Select the Repeat
menu.
option in Playmode...
mp3 Program Playlist
Refer to Program Playlist on page 14 to access
Playlist menu.
1
All
On
On
Off
Off
Off
Intro
Mix
Add Songs to Playlist
1. Follow steps under Program Playlist and select
Add Song in step 4.
2. Press ENTER to select between
1 - To repeat selected track. This display will show
.
2. Use the navigation keys to select the item to be
added into the playlist.
1 - To repeat selected folder. The display will
show
. (For mp3 Folder mode only)
All - To repeat entire disc. The display will show
ALL.
3. Once the item is selected, press ENTER to add it
into the next available program location. The
program location and the added item will show
briefly on the display.
OFF - Turn off the repeat feature
Note:
01
02
03
Item 1
Item 2
--
When repeat folder is selected, the
folder where playback begins or the
folder where repeat folder is acti-
vated will be repeated.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to add additional items into
the playlist.
3. Press PRESET
or
to select other
features in mp3 menu or press TUNE
to exit the
menu.
5. Press MODE to quit.
Note:
mp3 playlists can not be edited.
Refer to page 14-15 for other
Playlist details.
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mp3 and CD Playback
mp3 Audio CD with Smart Trax
Additional Smart Trax Features
Smart Trax is only available for mp3 CDs created with
• Press TUNE
to enter a category.
on the main unit or remote control EN
EN
Note:
•
this feature. The Smart Trax icon
display.
will show on the
indicates all tracks in a cate-
gory have been selected to be placed
into My Selection.
indicates only certain tracks in the
My Selection
Artist
Title
•
category are selected to be placed into My
Selection.
Genre
Album
Year
My Selection
Artist
Title
CD Playlist
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Clear Selection
View My Selection
1. Press PRESET
or
to scroll the home directo-
ry to select the My Selection.
Note:
When reading a Smart Trax disc,
the unit will automatically enter the
CD Playlist
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Clear Selection
Artist category. Press home
or BACK
to return to the Home Directory.
My Selection
2. Press ENTER or TUNE
to enter My Selection.
Selected categories and tracks can be bookmarked
and placed into My Selection.
1. Enter Smart Trax mode if the unit is currently in File
mode. Follow steps in “Display Options” on pg. 17 to
enter Smart Trax mode.
Clear My Selection
1. Press PRESET
or
to scroll the home
Note:
When you press PLAY/PAUSE after entering one
of the Home Directory categories, only the
selected attribute will be played.
directory to select the Clear Selection.
When you press PLAY/PAUSE in the Smart Trax
Home Directory, all songs in the selected cate-
gory will be played.
Note:
=> ERASE
=> ABORT
For example, if you are in the Artist category
and selected Artist 1 to play, the songs in Artist
1 folder as well as Artist 2,3 and 4 will be
played.
The unit must be in Smart Trax
mode in order to select tracks to be
placed in My Selection.
For example, if the Artists category is selected,
press PLAY/PAUSE and all the songs in the cate-
gory will be played.
2. Press ENTER to select.
2. Press PRESET
or
to scroll the home directory
3. Follow the instructions to clear My Selection.
to select the category to enter.
Press PLAY/PAUSE
to clear all or
Press STOP to abort.
3. Press ENTER or TUNE
to enter category.
4. Once you have entered one of the home directory
folders,
• press ENTER to select track(s) to place into My
Selection.
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MusicMatch Jukebox Troubleshooting Tips
Troubleshooting Tips
4. Select Settings to display Burn settings.
Problem
Solution
Problem
Solution
Problem
EN
EN
System
doesn’t
turn on
Check power cord for a secure connection.
Unplug the unit for a moment, and then plug
into power source again.
CD button
will not
respond,
Switch to another function and then back to
CD.
Can not burn Smart Trax CD in MusicMatch Jukebox
Solution
Check the outlet by plugging in another device.
You may have exceeded the number of burns.
Upgrade to MusicMatch Jukebox Plus to get unlimit-
ed burns.
Remote
control
does not
work
Check that the batteries are properly installed.
Replace weak batteries.
No sound
Increase the volume setting.
Check that you have selected the appropriate
function: CD, Tuner.
Check the system is plugged into power source.
Point the remote directly at the system’s front
panel.
Check that MusicMatch Jukebox settings are correct.
1. Click the BURN button from the Main window to
display Burn window.
Poor radio
reception
Move antenna for FM reception or rotate unit
for better AM reception (MW or LW for
Thomson).
Move closer to the system.
Remove any obstacles between the remote and
the system.
Turn off nearby electrical appliances, such as
5. Click on the General folder.
Make sure “mp3 disc” is selected under Disc type at
Startup.
hair dryer, vacuum cleaner, microwave, fluores- Cannot play Clean the disc.
cent lights.
mp3 disc
Make sure files are saved under .mp3
extension. e.g. Rocky08.mp3
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.
Use CD lens cleaner.
Check that the recorded bit rate is within
32kbps and 320kbps.
2. Click the mp3 button on the top of the Burn win-
dow to change to mp3 audio disc.
Cannot play Check that the WMA bit rate is within 64
WMA songs kbps and 192 kbps and sampling rate is
within 44.1 kHz and 48kHz.
Clean the disc.
CD sound
skips
Clean the disc.
Cannot play Check that the mp3PRO bit rate is within
Check disc for warping, scratches, or other
damage.
mp3 PRO
songs
24kbps and 96kbps and sampling rate is
within 44.1 kHz and 48kHz.
Check if something is causing the system to
vibrate. If so, move the system.
The display Check that file names are created using the
shows
strange
characters
ASCII-ISO 8859-1 (Latin - 1) Table.
3. Select Options from Options menu in the Burn
window.
6. Click on the mp3 folder.
Make sure Add MultiAudio Tracklist (MAU) box is
checked.
7. Click OK when finished.
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Maintenance
More Information
- 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.
Disconnect the audio system from the power source
before performing any maintenance.
Cleaning CDs
Safety Precautions
• 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.
EN
EN
• 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 perime-
ter.
• 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
Cleaning
Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust
cloth.
•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 col-
lecting on the pick-up lens, 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.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
and splashing.
Headset Safety
CD Player
CAUTION! This system operates with a laser. It must
• Do not play your headset at high volume. Hearing
experts warn against extended high-volume play.
• If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce vol-
ume or discontinue use.
• You should use with extreme caution or temporari-
ly discontinue use in potentially hazardous situa-
tions.
Even if your headset is an open-air designed to let
you to hear outside sounds, do not turn up the vol-
ume so high that you are unable to hear what is
around you.
be opened by only a qualified technician.
Handling CDs
CD Lens Care
• 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.
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.
Don’t Infringe
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.
Technical Specification
Power supply: 230V-50Hz
Dimensions ( H x W x D mm): 145 x 355 x 265
CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB): 20Hz to 20 kHz
Rating Plate: Look for it at the bottom of the set.
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 bat-
teries 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 follow-
ing circumstances:
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
version serves as the final reference on all products and operational
details should any discrepancies arise in other languages.
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