RCA RS2044 User Manual

EXPORTER
Thomson Inc.
P. O. Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206-1976
© 2005 Thomson Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)
Marque(s) ® Deposée(s)
55997230 (EN/F/E)
www.rca.com
Printed In China / Impreso en China

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

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RS2044

user

manual

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.

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FCC Information

EN

FCC Information

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or
modifications not expressly approved by Thomson
Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this
product.
This device generates and uses radio frequency
(RF) energy, and if not installed and used
properly, this equipment may cause interference
to radio and television reception.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio
or television reception (which you can determine
by unplugging the unit), try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:

• Re-orient the receiving antenna (that is, the
antenna for the radio or television that is "
receiving" the interference).

• Move the unit away from the equipment that
is receiving interference.

• Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so
that the unit and the equipment receiving
interference are on different branch circuits.
If these measures do not eliminate the
interference, please consult your dealer or an
experienced radio/television technician for
additional suggestions. Also, the Federal
Communications Commission has prepared a
helpful booklet, "How To Identify and Resolve
Radio TV Interference Problems." This booklet is
available from the U.S. Government Printing
Office, Washington, DC 20402. Please specify stock
number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies.
This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR
Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of
manufacture.

For Your Safety

The AC power plug is
polarized (one blade is wider
than the other) and only fits
into AC power outlets one
way. If the plug won’t go into
the outlet completely, turn the
plug over and try to insert it the other way. If it
still won’t fit, contact a qualified electrician to
change the outlet, or use a different one. Do not
attempt to bypass this safety feature.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.

Have a Blast- Just Not in Your
Eardrums
Make sure you turn down the
volume on the unit before you
put on headphones. Increase
the volume to the desired level
only after headphones are in
place.

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FCC Information

EN

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.

Technical specification

Product: 5CD Audio System
Brand: RCA
Model: RS2044

Electrical Consumption:

Power Supply: 120V~60Hz
Power consumption: 80 Watts

IMPORTER
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

For Your Records

In the event that service should be required, you
may need both the model number and the serial
number. In the space below, record the date and
place of purchase, and the serial number:
Model No.
Remote Control No.
Date of Purchase
Place of Purchase
Serial No.

Service Information

This product should be serviced only by those
specially trained in appropriate servicing
techniques. For instructions on how to obtain
service, refer to the warranty included in this
Guide.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE

OR ELECTRICAL

SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.

THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROW­HEAD WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
"DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE" INSIDE
THE PRODUCT.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER­SERVICEABLE PARTS IN­SIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

Portions based upon Microsoft Windows Media Technologies. Copyright © 1999 Microsoft
Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Microsoft, Windows Media, and the Windows Logo are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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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.

• 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.

•Minimum distances around the apparatus for
sufficient ventilation .

• 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 .

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

- if an attempt is made to charge a battery not

intended to be recharged.

Headset Safety

• Do not play your headset at high volume.
Hearing experts warn against extended high­volume 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.

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.

Important Information

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Table of Contents

FCC Information

Important Information

Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Unpacking the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Using the FM and Am Antennas . . . . . . . . .2

Connecting the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

General Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Installing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Showing Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Setting the Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Activating the Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Sleep Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Sound Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Bass Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Muting Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Using Preset Equalizer Curves . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Creating Custom Curves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Important CD and mp3/WMA Information . . .8

Notes on CD-R/RW Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Notes on mp3/WMA Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Loading Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Play and Pause Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Notes on Simple mp3/WMA Playback . . . . .9

Play and Load Simultaneously . . . . . . . . . . .9

Stop Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Selecting a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Selecting Folders (mp3/WMA CDs Only) . . . .10

Searching Through a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

CD Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Sampling Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Random Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Setting Up a CD Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Playing a Program List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Displaying the Program List . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Edit Program List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Deleting Program List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Selecting Tuner Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Tuning to a Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Using Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Auto Preset Programming (FM only) . . . . . . .12

Manually Setting Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Suppressing Stereo Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . .13

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Handling CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Cleaning CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

CD Lens Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Technical Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Limited Warranty (U.S.) . . . . . . . . .16

Limited Warranty (Canada) . . . . . .18

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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;

• Owner registration Card.

Back View

1. AM Loop antenna Jacks.

2. FM Pigtail Antenna.

3. AUX IN

4. Main Speaker Jacks.

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.

Connecting the Speakers

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.

Installation

To ensure sufficient ventilation, keep the spacings
shown below free from other surfaces:

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Getting Started

4 inches

4 inches

Front View

4 inches

4 inches

2

inches

Side View

1

2

3

4

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AM LOOP

FM ANTENNA

MAIN SPEAKERS 6

AUX IN

L+

L

R

-

R+

-

Speaker

NOTE: Make sure the insulation

Wire Connection

Push Speaker terminal tab
down to insert wire.

speaker wires at all connection

ends of the

Release tab to lock wire in
the terminal.

is completely removed from the

points.

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General Controls

Main Unit

ON/STANDBY - Turns power on or off (STANDBY

mode).

CD INFO - In CD mode - selects among displaying
disc details.
In simple mp3/WMA mode - Displays the total
number of folders and total number of tracks on
the current disc when playback is completely
stopped; shows the current track number, current
folder number and the total time of the current
track during playback.

BAND - In Tuner mode - Changes among tuner
bands. Enters auto preset program in FM mode.
SKIP BACKWARD - In CD mode - Goes to
the previous CD track; selects the previous
program location.
In Tuner mode - Tunes down radio frequency;
selects the previous preset station.
In Clock or Timer mode - Decreases hour and
minute digit.
SKIP FORWARD - In CD mode - Goes to the
next CD track; selects the next
program location.
In Tuner mode - Tunes up radio frequency; selects
the next preset station.
In Clock or Timer mode - Increases hour and
minute digit.
PLAY / PAUSE - In CD mode - Plays and
pauses CD.

STOP - In CD mode - Stops CD playback.
In simple mp3/WMA mode - Returns to the first

track on the current disc.
In Tuner mode - Sets tune or preset mode.
SOURCE - Selects among CD player, tuner and
AUX.
DEMO - Turns the feature demonstration on or
off.

OPEN/CLOSE - Opens or closes the disc tray.

Top View

VOLUME - / + - Adjusts volume.
PHONES - Jack for connecting headphones

Tips:

In STANDBY mode, press ON/STANDBY to
turn the system on in the previously used
mode. Press SOURCE to select the
corresponding mode. Look at the display icons
to identify the current mode.

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General Controls

Remote Control

ON/STANDBY - Turns power on or off (STANDBY

mode).
SOURCE - Selects among CD player, tuner and
AUX.
CLOCK - Enters clock setting mode; shows clock
time.
PROG/SET - Enters program mode for CD and
Tuner.
In Clock and Timer setting mode - Applies new
settings for Clock and Timer modes.
TIMER - Enters timer setting mode; Turns on/ off
timer.

EQ - Selects equalizer presets.
SLEEP - Press to select the time interval in

minutes before the unit turns off.

B.BOOST - Turns on or off Bass Boost.
VOL or - Decreases or Increases volume

level.

STOP - In CD mode - Stops CD playback; In
Simple mp3/WMA mode - Returns to the first

track on the current disc. In program mode ­Clears program. In Tuner mode - Sets tune or
preset mode.

PLAY/PAUSE - In CD mode - Plays and
pauses CD.
SKIP BACKWARD - In CD mode - Goes to
the previous CD track and setting options;
searches backward through CD; In Tuner mode ­Tunes down radio frequency.
SKIP FORWARD - In CD mode - Goes to the
next CD track and setting options; searches
forward through CD; In Tuner mode - Tunes up
radio frequency.
OPEN/CLOSE - Opens and closes disc
compartment.

DISC SKIP - Skips to the next disc in CD mode.
REPEAT - Repeats a track, CD or all CDs in CD

mode.

- Turns on/off random listening in CD mode.
CD INFO / BAND - In CD mode - selects among
displaying disc details.
In simple mp3/WMA mode - Displays the total
number of folders and total number of tracks on
the current disc when playback is completely
stopped; shows the current track number, current
folder number and the total time of the current
track during playback.
In Tuner mode - Changes among tuner bands.
Enters auto preset program in FM mode.
INTRO - Turns intro mode on or off to play the
first 10 seconds of each track in CD mode.
FM ST • - Selects between stereo and mono
sound in FM tuner mode.

MUTE - Mutes audio output.

FOLDER / PRESET / - In Simple mp3/WMA

mode - Goes to the next and previous folder in
stop mode.
In Tuner mode - Selects next/ previous preset
station.

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General Controls

X-BASS - X bass is activated.

CLASSIC / ROCK / POP / JAZZ / CUSTOM -

Indicates the preset equalizer selected.

SLEEP - Sleep is activated.

- Timer is activated.

- The corresponding disc icon lights to
show which disc compartment is loaded.
The current playing disc will flash.

MP3 - mp3 indicator.

WMA - WMA indicator.

STEREO - In FM tuner mode, indicates stereo

sound is selected.

PROGRAM - In program mode.

INTRO - In CD mode, intro is activated so the first

10 seconds of each track will be played.

REPEAT 1 / REPEAT 1 DISC / REPEAT ALL DISC /
ALL DISC - In CD mode, indicates the repeat

option that is activated.
REPEAT 1 - Repeat track.
REPEAT 1 DISC - Repeat current disc.
REPEAT ALL DISC - Repeat all disc.
ALL DISC - Play all discs once.

- Random playback is activated in CD mode.

- In CD playback mode.

MHz / kHz - Radio frequency unit in tuner mode.

Display

Installing Batteries

The remote control must be inserted with 2
"AAA" or "UM-4" or "R03" batteries prior to use.
Follow the steps below to ensure correct
installation.

1. Remove the battery compartment door
(located at the back of the remote control) by
sliding the compartment door in the direction
of the arrow and then lifting the door out and
off the cabinet.

2. 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. Now insert
the batteries.

3. After installation of the batteries, replace the
battery compartment door in place by sliding it
in the opposite direction of the arrow (the
reverse of step 1).

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ROCK

STEREO

POP JAZZ

INTRO

PROGRAM

X-BASS

MP3 WMA FOLDER

1

2

3
4
5

CLASSIC

CUSTOM

KHz MHz

SLEEP
REPLEAT 1

ALL DISC

1

2

3
4
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Settings

Showing Demonstration

Press DEMO to turn on/off demonstration mode.
The demonstration scrolls through all display
operations.

Setting the Clock

1. Press and hold CLOCK on the remote control
until the hour flashes on the display.

2. Press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP
FORWARD to set the hour and then
press CLOCK to shift to minute digits.

3. Press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP
FORWARD to set the minute.

4. Press PROG/SET to save settings and STOP
to quit setting.

Setting the Timer

1. Press and hold TIMER on the remote control
until the ON and clock hour flashes on the
display ( ON - timer on time ).

2. For setting time, press SKIP BACKWARD
or SKIP FORWARD to set the hour and
then press TIMER to shift to minute digits.

3. Press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP
FORWARD 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 SKIP
BACKWARD or SKIP FORWARD
to select between CD / TUNER .

6. Press TIMER to set volume. Adjust VOLUME
to select desired volume level.

7. Press PROG/SET on the remote control to save
settings.
Press STOP to quit setting.

The timer is automatically activated once timer
setting is saved.

Activating the Timer

Press and release TIMER to turn on/off the alarm.
The timer icon is displayed when timer is
activated.

Note:

When system is ON, you can press CLOCK
to display the current time for about 2
seconds.

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Settings

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.

View Remaining Sleep Time

When sleep is activated, press SLEEP once to
view remaining sleep time.

Adjust Sleep Time

Press SLEEP again when the remaining sleep time
is displayed to change sleep time.

Note:

Sleep is automatically de-activated when
the unit is turned off.

Sound Features

Volume Control

Adjust VOLUME on the main unit or press VOL

or on the remote control to adjust volume
level. The volume level shows briefly on the
display to show the change in volume level.

Bass Boost

Press B.BOOST to turn on/off boosting the bass
frequency. The BASS icon lights on the display
when it is activated.

Muting Audio

Press MUTE on the remote to cut the sound.
(Remote Only)

Using Preset Equalizer Curves

Press EQ on the remote control to toggle among
FLAT, ROCK, POP, JAZZ, CLASS and CUSTOM. The
display shows your selection briefly.

Creating a Custom Curve

1. Press EQ on the remote control to select
CUSTOM mode.

2. While CUSTOM is displayed, press SKIP
BACKWARD or SKIP FORWARD to
cycle among displayed bass- and treble ­range levels.

3. While BAS or TRE is displayed, adjust VOLUME
to set the associated gain between -10 - +10.

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CD Player

Important CD and mp3/WMA
Information

This unit is compatible with
CD-RW/ CD-R discs for
playback.

Notes on CD-R/RW Disc:

• 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.

• 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.

Notes on mp3/WMA Disc:

• 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.

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Loading Discs

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.

The occupied disc tray icons lights on the display
and the current disc icon flashes on the display.
The current disc number also shows on the left
side of the display.
If the disc is a mp3 / WMA CD, the respective mp3
and WMA icon lights on the display.

Play and Pause Discs

• Press PLAY/PAUSE in stop mode to begin
playback.

•Press PLAY/PAUSE during playback to
pause disc. Press again to resume.

Play and load simultaneously by:

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.

Stop Playback

During playback, press STOP to stop playback.

CD Player

Attention:

Do not push to force closing of the tray
during CD playback or tray opening.

Note:

Be sure to remove all discs from the disc
compartment before moving or transporting
the unit!

Tips:

In stop mode for mp3 and WMA CDs, press
STOP to return to the first track of
the current disc. The total number of
tracks on the current disc is displayed (TT).

Notes on Simple mp3/WMA
Playback:

• This unit is compatible with simple
mp3/WMA discs. Text information can
not be show (e.g. ID3 tags, song name,
album, artists, etc.).

• It is strongly recommended that you use
a single folder structure for simple
mp3/WMA discs. If there are more than
only layer of folders, the tracks may be
rearranged. (Refer to pg. 17 for simple
mp3/WMA playback sequence)

• The first 100 folders from the first 8
folder levels can be read on this unit.

• The unit reads the first 412 files from
each discs and the first 255 files in each
folder.

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CD Player

Selecting a Disc

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.

Selecting Folders (mp3 / WMA CDs

Only)

In stop mode,

•Press FOLDER/PRESET to go to the
previous folder.

• Press FOLDER/PRESET to go to the
next folder.

The folder number (FLD ) shows briefly then the
total number of tracks (TT) is displayed.

Searching Through a CD

• Press SKIP BACKWARD / SKIP
FORWARD to skip to the previous or

next track.

•Press and hold SKIP BACKWARD / SKIP
FORWARD to search through a CD while
it is playing.

CD Information

Press CD INFO repeatedly to view the following
CD information:

• elapsed track time,

•the current track number (TRK ),

•the current folder number (FLD ) (simple mp3
CDs only),

• the total time of the current track (T).

In stop mode for simple mp3 discs, press CD INFO
to view Total Folders (TF) and Total Track (TT) on
the current disc.

Sampling Tracks

Press INTRO on the remote control to play the
first 10 seconds of each track on the current disc,
all discs in the tray, or turn intro mode off.
INTRO is displayed when sampling is activated.

Repeat

Press REPEAT on the remote control to repeat
the current track (REPEAT 1), current disc (REPEAT
1 DISC) , all discs (REPEAT ALL DISC), or turn
repeat mode off (ALL DISC).

Random Playback

Press on the remote control to turn on/off
random playback. The icon is displayed when
it is activated.
All the tracks on one disc will be shuffled and
played once before shuffling and playing tracks
from the next disc.

Note:

The first 99 tracks of each disc will be
shuffled and played once before any of
them is repeated.

Tips:

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).

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Setting Up a CD Program

1. While the CD player is stopped, press
PROG/SET to enter program mode. The
system displays the next available program
number (-- -- P:01).

2. Press the corresponding disc number on the
main unit or DISC SKIP on the remote control
to select disc.

3. Press SKIP BACKWARD / SKIP
FORWARD to select the track to enter
into memory.

4. Press PROG/SET to save your settings.

5. Repeat steps 2 to 4 to store more tracks into
program memory.

Playing a Program List

While in PROGRAM mode , press PLAY/PAUSE .
If you are not currently in program mode, press
PROG/SET to enter program mode before
pressing PLAY/PAUSE .

Display Program List

1. While the CD player is stopped, press
PROG/SET to enter PROGRAM mode.

2. Press PROG/SET repeatedly to view each track
assignment in the program list.

Edit Program List

1. Follow “Display Program List” steps until the
location to be edited is displayed.

2. Repeat steps 2 to 4 under “Setting Up a CD
Program “ to edit the track to store into
memory.

Deleting Program List

While in PROGRAM mode, press and hold STOP
for 3 seconds. They system displays the message
CLEAR .

CD Player

Tips:

You can create a program of up to 32 tracks.

Note:

Only the first 99 tracks from each disc can
be programmed.

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Radio

Selecting Tuner Band

1. Press SOURCE repeatedly to enter Tuner mode.

2. Press BAND to select between FM or AM
Radio band.

Tuning to a Station

Press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP
FORWARD to select frequencies.

Using Presets

The tuner can be in either TUNE or PRESET mode.
When in PRESET mode, the PROG light is on.

• Press STOP to toggle TUNE and PRESET
mode.

• Press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP
FORWARD on the
main system or FOLDER/PRESET or 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.
(FMPR:01 is FM preset 1)

Auto Preset Programming
(FM only)

Press and hold the BAND button for 2 seconds to
scan stations in FM band. The stations will then
be stored as preset channels. A maximum of 32
stations can be stored. Beware of your preset
channels being erased accidentally because the
scanning and storing process is automatic upon
pressing the button. You can stop the automatic
scan by pressing any button, but the erased
stations cannot be recovered.

Manually Setting Presets

1. Press the STOP button to enter TUNE
mode.

2. Press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP
FORWARD to access the desired
frequency.

3. Press the PROG/SET button once.

4. The most recently accessed program location
will be displayed.

5. If a different program location is preferred,
press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP

FORWARD on the main unit or
FOLDER/PRESET or to move to the

desired preset number (1-32).

6. Press PROG/SET to store the selected
frequency at that preset.

Suppressing Stereo Signal

Press FM ST to toggle between FM mono and
stereo mode. (Remote Only) “STEREO” is
displayed in stereo mode.

Tips:

Your audio system has 32 preset stations.

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Solution

• Check power cord for a secure
connection.

• Unplug the unit for a moment,
and then plug into power
source again.

• Check the outlet by plugging in
another device.

• 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.

• Check antenna connection.

• Move antenna.

• Turn off nearby electrical
appliances, such as hair dryer,
vacuum cleaner, microwave,
fluorescent lights.

• 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.

• Clean the disc.

• Try another CD.

Problem

System will
not turn
on

No sound

Poor radio
reception

CD does
not play

Problem

CD sound
skips

CD button
will not
respond, or
does not
change
discs when
you press
DISC SKIP

Remote
control
does not
work

Solution

• Clean the disc.

• 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.

• Switch to another function
(Tuner) and then back
to CD.

• 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.

Troubleshooting Tips

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Troubleshooting Tips

Solution

• Check that the mp3/WMA disc is created with a single folder structure. Refer to the
diagram below 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.

Problem

mp3/WMA
playback
sequence
is out of
order

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.

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LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4

A

Folder 1

B

Folder 2

C

Folder 3

D

Folder 1.1

E

Folder 1.2

F

Folder 2.1

3
4
5

6

Song 3.1
Song 3.2

7

Song 2.2
Song 2.3
Song 2.4

8

Song 1.1.1

9

Song 1.1.2
Song 1.1.3

10

G

Folder 1.2.1

11

Song 2.1.1

12

Song 2.1.2

13

Song 1.2.1.1
Song 1.2.1.2

14

Song 1.2.1.3

15

1

Song 4
Song 5

2

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Disconnect the audio system from the power
source before performing any maintenance.

Cleaning

Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust
cloth.

CD Player

CAUTION! This system operates with a laser. It
must be opened by only a qualified technician.

Handling CDs

• 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

Cleaning CDs

• 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

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.

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
CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB): 60Hz to 5kHz
Rating Plate: Look for it at the back of the set.

Maintenance

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Limited Warranty (U.S.)

What your warranty covers:

• Defects in materials or workmanship.

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.

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 dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.

• Show the Authorized Service Center Representative your evidence of purchase date or first rental.

• Pick up your unit when repairs are completed.

• Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product
is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof
of first rental is also required.

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 the U.S.A.

• 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.

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Limited Warranty (U.S.)

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 warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not
apply to you.

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state
to state.

If 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 service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.

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Limited Warranty (Canada)

What your warranty covers:

• Defects in materials or workmanship.

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 dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.

• Show the Authorized Service Center Representative your evidence of purchase date or first rental.

• Pick up your unit when repairs are completed.

• Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product
is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof
of first rental is also required.

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.

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Limited Warranty (Canada)

Limitation of Warranty:

• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. NO
VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON MULTIMEDIA LTD., ITS AGENTS OR
EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS
WARRANTY.

• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
OF THE CONSUMER. THOMSON MULTIMEDIA LTD. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE
EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE PROVINCIAL LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO
THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.

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 service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.

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