RCA RS2100 User Manual

RS2100

user

manual

Guide de l’utilisateur

Manual de usuario

It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time. Nous vous recommandons de lire ce manuel d’instructions avant d’utiliser votre nouveau produit pour la première fois. Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo.

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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.

Main plug is used as the disconnect device, it shall remain readily operable and should not be obstructed during intended used.To be completely disconnected the apparatus from supply mains,the main plug of the apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For mp3 player only

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.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la class B est conforme à la norme du NMB-003 du Canada

RCA

RD2100

Equipment tested for

compliance as a

complete unit

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FCC Information

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 with mp3 Player Brand: RCA Model: RS2100(Audio System)/RD2100(mp3 player)

Electrical Consumption:

Power Supply: 120V~60Hz Power consumption: 150 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.

Main unit

FCC ID:G95RS2100

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.

Remote controller

FCC ID:G95RS2100A

USB dongle

FCC ID:G95RS2100B

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Important Information

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 .

Precautions for the mp3 Player

• Do not use the unit immediately after transportation from a cold place to a warm place; condensation problem may result.

• Do not store the unit near fire, places with high temperature or in direct sunlight.

• Do not operate or store unit in places with frequent static electricity or electrical noise (e.g. speaker, TV set).

• Clean the unit with a soft cloth or a damp chamois leather. Never use solvents.

• The unit must only be opened by qualified personnel.

Note:

This unit may temporarily cease to function if subjected to electrostatic disturbance. To resume normal operation, it may be necessary to cycle the power off and back on or to remove and reinstall the batteries.

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Important Information

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.

Caution While Driving

Use of headphones while operating an automobile or moving vehicle is not recommended and is unlawful in some states and areas. Be careful and attentive on the road. Stop operation of the unit if you find it disruptive or distracting while driving.

Please Respect the Environment!

Before throwing any batteries away, consult your distributor who may be able to take them back for specific recycling.

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.

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Table of Contents

FCC Information

Important Information

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

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

Content of Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Connections of Antennas and Speakers . . . . . 2

PC Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

General Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Music Navigator Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Setting the Clock and Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Program Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

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

Sound Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Bass Boost and Equalizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

CD and mp3 Disc Playback . . . . . . . 8

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

Play/Pause/Stop Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Skipping/Scanning Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

USB and mp3 Playback . . . . . . . . . .10

Connecting/Disconnecting USB device

/mp3 player to the Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Selecting USB or mp3 player Mode . . . . . . . .10

USB/mp3 player Playback Features . . . . . . . .10

Memory Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Selecting Tuner Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Tuning to a Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Using Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Auto Preset Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Manually Setting Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Recording to the mp3 player/USB .12

Recording CD to mp3 player . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Recording Tuner/AUX to mp3 player . . . . . . .12

Program Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Recording to USB device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Deleting files from mp3 player/USB device . .13

Wireless Musiclink . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Connecting your Unit to the Computer . . . .14

Playing Music via Wireless Music Link

Transceiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Playback Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Advanced Playback Controls . . . . .15

Intro/ Repeat/Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Setting Up a Program List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Rename Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Advanced Navigation Controls . . .17

File Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Music Navigator Remote Control . . . . . . .17

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Tips on Playback Sequence of Disc . . . . . . . . .18

mp3 Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Turn On/Off the Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Playback Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Key Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

DSP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Play modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . .21

Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

mp3 Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Handling CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

CD Lens Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Technical Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

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Getting Started

Content of Box

•one main unit (with 2 main speakers);

• one Music Navigator remote control;

• one AM loop antennas;

• one mp3 Player;

• one set of earphones;

• one USB cable;

• one Wireless Musiclink transceiver;

• one user manual;

• one PC software and driver installation CD-ROM;

• one safety leaflet;

• Owner registration Card.

Connections of Antennas and Speakers

1. Wireless Music-link antenna.

2. AM Loop antenna Jacks.

3. FM Pigtail Antenna.

4. AUX IN.

5. 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:

Note:

Make sure the tracks are encoded in mp3 or Windows Media formats and supported bitrates. Bitrates supported by the player: mp3 – 32 to 320kbps wma – 48 to 160kbps

Warn ing:

Use of this product is for your personal

use only. Unauthorized recording or duplication of copyrighted material may infringe upon the rights of third parties and may be contrary to copyright laws.

4 inches

Front View

4 inches

inches

Side View

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Speaker

Wire Connection

Push Speaker terminal tab down to insert wire.

NOTE: Make sure the insulation

speaker wires at all connection

ends of the

Release tab to lock wire in the terminal.

is completely removed from the

points.

Getting Started

PC Software Installation

Before you can have remote access to the Windows Media Player Library in your computer via the Wireless Musiclink, you need to install the following software and driver.

Computer system requirements

• Pentium III 500MHz or higher recommended

• Windows® 2000 (SP6 or higher) or XP

• Windows Media Player 9 or higher

• Internet access

• 200MB free hard disk space for the software

• 128MB RAM or above

• USB port (2.0 recommended)

Install Windows Media Player

1. Turn on your computer and place the install CD that came with your unit into your computer.

2. Click My Computer, double click your CD-ROM drive icon, and double click CD installer to run the installer.

3. Click Download Microsoft Windows Media Player.

4. A new browser will pop up with the page for selecting different version of Windows Media Player. Download Windows Media Player 9 or above and follow the on-screen instruction to install the software.

Install the Wireless Musiclink Driver

1. Click Install RCA Wireless Music Link Manager.

2. Follow the on-screen instruction to install the driver.

Tips:

You can skip this section and continue with Install the Wireless

Musiclink Driver if your computer has installed Windows Media Player 9 or higher.

Tips:

You can click Tutorials in the installation screen to obtain

more information.

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General Controls

Main Unit

ON/STANDBY - Turns power on or off (STANDBY

mode).

SOURCE - Selects among CD player, TUNER, PC, PORTABLE PLAYER, USB and AUX.

RECORD-MP3 PLAYER - Starts and stops recording to mp3 player.

RECORD-USB - Starts and stops recording to USB device.

• In CD, Portable Player, USB or MP3/WMA mode

- Goes to the previous/next track; searches backward/forward through track.

• In Tuner mode - Tunes down/up radio frequency.

• In Clock or Timer mode - Decreases/increases hour and minute digit.

- In CD, Portable Player, USB or MP3/WMA

mode - Starts and pauses playback.

/TUNE PRESET

• In CD, Portable Player, USB or MP3/WMA mode

- Stops playback; displays the total number of tracks on the current disc.

• In Recording mode - Stops record to USB device;

• In Tuner mode - Selects tune or preset mode.

BAND/INFO

• In CD, Portable Player, USB or MP3/WMA mode

- Cycles display to show various information. (e.g. track time, remaining time, ID3 tag, etc.)

• In Tuner mode - Selects radio band.

DISC SKIP - Skips to the next disc in CD mode.

DISC 1 / DISC 2 / DISC 3 / DISC 4 / DISC 5 - Opens or closes the corresponding

disc tray if no disc is loaded in the corresponding tray. Enters CD mode and plays the corresponding CD when disc is loaded in the corresponding tray.

VOLUME CONTROL - Adjusts volume. In navigation mode - Selects items in a list.

Navigation Buttons

Use the navigation buttons to navigate through menu.

DELETE - Deletes the selected item.

SELECT

• From stop mode - Enters navigation mode.

• In navigation mode - Plays selected track or enter selected folder.

BACK

• In navigation mode - Exits current folder and returns to higher level; exits navigation mode after returning to top layer.

/- In navigation mode - Moves up/down a

list.

DEMO (on top of the unit) - Activates demonstration.

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

Music Navigator Remote

The LCD of the remote mirrors the screen of the main unit.

ON/STANDBY - Turns power on or off (STANDBY mode).

SOURCE - Selects among CD player, TUNER, PC, PORTABLE PLAYER, USB and AUX.

MUTE - Mutes audio output.

VOLUME CONTROL - Adjusts volume.

In navigation mode - Rotate clockwise to navigate downwards and rotate counterclockwise to navigate upwards.

• In CD, Portable Player, USB or MP3/WMA mode

- Goes to the previous/next track; searches backward/forward through track.

• In Tuner mode - Tunes down/up radio frequency.

• In Clock or Timer mode - Decreases/increases hour and minute digit.

(PLAY/PAUSE) - In CD, Portable Player, USB

or MP3/WMA mode - Starts and pauses playback.

TUNE/PRESET

• In CD, Portable Player, USB or MP3/WMA mode

- Stops playback; displays the total number of total number of tracks on the current disc when playback is completely stopped.

• In Recording mode - Stops record to USB device;

• In Tuner mode - Selects tune or preset mode.

CD 1/CD 2/CD 3/CD 4/CD 5 - Plays the corresponding disc.

BAND/INFO

• In Tuner mode - Selects radio band.

• In CD, Portable Player, USB or MP3/WMA mode

- Cycles display to show various information. (e.g. track time, remaining time, ID3 tag, etc.)

LCD ON/OFF - Turns LCD on or off.

REC USB - Starts recording to USB device.

REC P. PLAYER - Starts recording to mp3

player.

FM STEREO - Selects between stereo and mono sound in FM tuner mode.

EQ - Selects equalizer presets.

BASS BOOST - Turns on or off Bass Boost.

PROGRAM - In CD / USB and Tuner mode - Enters

program mode.

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CD 1

CD 3 CD 4 CD 5

CD 2

General Controls

REPEAT - In CD mode - Repeats a track, CD or all CDs.

In Portable Player, USB or MP3/WMA mode Selects repeat one file, repeat all files mode.

INTRO - In CD, Portable Player, USB or MP3/WMA mode - Turns intro mode on or off to play the

first 10 seconds of each track / file.

- In CD, Portable Player, USB or MP3/WMA

mode - Turns on/off random playback.

CLOCK - Displays clock time. Press and hold to enter clock setting mode.

TIMER - Enters timer setting mode. Activates and deactivates timer.

SLEEP - Selects the time interval in minutes before the unit turns off.

DISC SKIP - Skips to the next disc in CD mode.

Navigation Buttons

Use VOLUME CONTROL dial to select items.

ADD - Adds the selected item.

DELETE - Deletes the selected item.

BACK - In navigation mode - Exits current

folder and returns to higher level; exits navigation mode after returning to top layer.

SELECT

• From stop mode - Enters navigation mode.

• In navigation mode - Plays selected track or enter selected folder.

Installing Batteries

The remote control must be inserted with 3 "AAA" or "UM-4" or "R03" batteries prior to use.

Display

Recording status

Play Mode status

CD Tray status: Lights when loaded. Flash when playing.

Source indication

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Showing Demonstration

Press DEMO to turn on/off demonstration mode.

Setting the Clock

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

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

3. Press or to set the minute.

4. Press CLOCK twice to save and quit settings.

Setting the Timer

You can turn on/off the unit or record TUNER at preset times by setting the timer.

1. Press and hold TIMER on the remote control until Timer On and the clock hour flashes on the display.

2. Press or to set the time.

3. Press TIMER. Repeat step 2 to change to Timer Off setting with clock hour flashing. .

4. Press TIMER to select source. Press or

to select CD/USB/Tuner/Rec Tuner.

If Rec Tuner is selected, press or to select the preset station.

5. Press TIMER. Adjust VOLUME CONTROL to set volume.

6. Press TIMER to save and 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.

is displayed when timer is activated.

Program Recording

When setting the Timer, select “Rec Tuner” as the source to preset the unit to record radio at the preset time. Make sure the mp3 player is connected and have enough memory space.

Sleep Mode

You can select the time interval before the unit turns off automatically. Press SLEEP to select among OFF, 120, 90, 60, 45, 30, 15 and 5 minutes. SLEEP is displayed when sleep mode is activated.

Viewing Remaining Sleep Time

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

Adjusting Sleep Time

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

Settings

Note:

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

Tips:

“Rec Tuner” setting is for Program

Recording. For more information, see

paragraph below.

Note:

Sleep is automatically de-activated

when the unit is turned off.

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Sound Features

Volume Control

Rotate the VOLUME CONTROL on the main unit or on the remote control to adjust volume level.

Bass Boost

Press BASS BOOST to turn on/off boosting the bass frequency. B.BOOST is displayed when it is activated.

Muting Audio

Press MUTE on the remote control to cut the sound. MUTE flashes on the display.

Using Preset Equalizer Curves

Press EQ to toggle among FLAT, ROCK, POP, JAZZ, CLASSIC and CUSTOM. EQ is displayed when EQ is activated.

Creating a Custom Curve

1. Press EQ to select CUSTOM mode.

2. While CUSTOM is displayed, press or to cycle among displayed bass and treble

range levels.

3. While BAS and TRE is displayed, adjust volume

control to set the associated gain between

-10 - +10.

4. Press EQ to exit.

CD and mp3 Disc Playback

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 CDR/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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CD-R / RW

CD and mp3 Disc Playback

Loading Discs

1. Press SOURCE repeatedly to select CD mode.

2. Press DISC 1 /2 /3 / 4 /5 to open the desired disc tray. (For example, press DISC

1 to open disc tray 1)

3. Insert a disc with label face up.

4. Press the same DISC key to close the disc tray, or press a different DISC key to open

a different disc tray directly.

5. Repeat steps 2-4 to load discs in all the disc trays.

A Solid disc tray icon lights on the display indicating that the corresponding tray is occupied. The current disc tray icon flashes on the display. If the disc is a mp3 / WMA CD, the respective

mp3or WMA lights on the display.

Play Discs

• To play all discs in the disc tray

• Press in stop mode to play all discs.

• To play a specific disc

• Press CD 12/3/4/5 on the remote control to play the corresponding disc..

• Press DISC SKIP on the main unit to switch to the next disc.

• To play a specific track in the disc

• Press or to select the track and press to start playback.

Pause Discs

Press during playback to pause disc. Press again to resume.

Stop Playback

During playback, press to stop playback. The unit returns to navigation mode briefly (approx. 10 seconds) before entering stop mode.

Selecting a Disc

Press CD 12/3/4/5 to direct access the corresponding disc or DISC SKIP on the remote to skip discs.

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 TUNER, PC, PORTABLE PLAYER,

USB or AUX mode, the corresponding disc will start playback when DISC 1 /2 /3

/ 4 /5 is pressed. If there is no disc in the corresponding disc tray, the current disc will be set to the next occupied tray.

Tips:

In CD stop mode, press to enter navigation mode and show disc menu. In CD navigation mode, press to return to stop mode.

Tips:

While playing one disc, you can open/close other trays to change

disc without interrupting the playback.

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CD and mp3 Disc Playback

Skipping Tracks

• Press or to skip to the previous or next track.

Scanning Tracks

• Press and hold or to search through a CD while it is playing.

Program Playback

Refer to page 15 for details.

The playback controls of USB devices and mp3 player are basically the same. Connect the devices first and then you can start playback.

Connecting USB device to the Main Unit

Insert the USB port of the USB device into the USB connector of the main unit. Unplug the device to disconnect.

Connecting the mp3 Player to the Main Unit

1. Press and hold the lock button on the back of the player and push the USB connector out from the player.

2. Insert the USB port of the mp3 player into the USB connector for the player of the main unit.

Disconnecting the mp3 player from the Main Unit

Press eject button on the right side of the unit to disconnect the player.

Selecting USB or Portable Player Mode

Press SOURCE repeatedly to select USB or PORTABLE PLAYER mode.

USB / mp3 player Playback Features

Start and Pause Playback

Press to start and pause playback.

USB and mp3 Player Playback

Insert mp3 player here

Insert USB device here

mp3 player eject button

Side View

Press to disconnect player

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USB and mp3 Player Playback

Stop Playback

Press to stop playback. The unit enters navigation mode for 10 seconds before entering stop mode.

Skipping Files

• Press or to skip to the previous or next file.

•Press and hold or to search through a file while it is playing.

Memory Usage

Press BAND/INFO on the main unit or INFO on the remote control to view memory usage on the USB device or the mp3 player.

Tips:

In CD stop mode, press to enter navigation mode and show disc menu. In CD navigation mode, press to return to stop mode.

Radio

Selecting Tuner Band

1. Press SOURCE to enter Tuner mode.

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

Tuning to a Station

Press or to select frequencies. Press and hold or to scan frequencies.

Using Presets

The tuner can be in either TUNE or PRESET mode.

• Press TUNE/PRESET to toggle TUNE and

PRESET mode.

• Press or to access the previous or next preset station.

Auto Preset Programming (FM only)

Press and hold the BAND/INFO 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 TUNE/PRESET to enter TUNE mode.

2. Press or to access the desired frequency.

3. Press the PROG button once and the most recently accessed program location flashes on the display.

4. If a different program location is preferred, press or to move to the desired preset number (1-32).

5. Press PROG to store the selected frequency at that preset.

Suppressing Stereo Signal

Press FM. STEREO to toggle between FM mono and stereo mode. STEREO is displayed in stereo mode.

Tips:

Your audio system has 32 preset stations.

Tips:

Under PRESET mode, press or

can only access the preset stations. Manually tuning is not accessible in this mode.

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Recording to the mp3 Player/USB

Recording to mp3 player or USB device are basically the same. You can record CD, Tuner or AUX files to the mp3 player or USB device.

Recording CD to mp3 Player

Normal/High Speed Recording

1. Connect the mp3 player to the USB port, “USB Connected” will show on the display of the player.

2. In CD stop mode or CD navigation mode, press RECORD-MP3 PLAYER on the main unit or press REC P. PLAYER on the remote control.

3. Press , or rotate VOLUME CONTROL to select Normal or High Speed.

4. Press , RECORD-MP3 PLAYER on the main unit or press REC P. PLAYER on the remote control to confirm selection.

5. Press , , or to select track and then press . The unit will start playback and recording will begin. REC is displayed.

6. Press , press RECORD-MP3 PLAYER on the main unit or press REC P. PLAYER on the remote control to stop recording.

Example (Record all 5 CDs):

1. Make sure ALL DISCS mode is selected by pressing REPEAT repeatedly.

2. Follow the above step 1-6.

Example (Record only selected tracks from a CD):

1. Create a CD program by following instructions under “Setting Up a CD Program” on page 15.

2. In CD stop mode or CD pause mode, press RECORD-MP3 PLAYER on the main unit or press REC P. PLAYER on the remote control.

3. Press , or rotate VOLUME CONTROL to select Normal or High Speed.

4. Press , RECORD-MP3 PLAYER on the main unit or press REC P. PLAYER on the remote control to confirm selection.

5. Press PROG to enter program playback mode. Playback and recording will begin. PROGRAM and REC is displayed.

6. Press , press RECORD-MP3 PLAYER on the main unit or press REC P. PLAYER on the remote control to stop recording.

Tips:

To view remaining time (Rem), press

BAND/INFO in recording mode.

Note:

The encoding bitrate for tuner, CD and AUX signal are as below: CD / Aux : 128 kbps Tun er : 96 kbps

Tips:

Recording stops automatically when

CD stops (For example: end of disc is reached).

Tips:

If CD playback is already started, recording will begin instantly when

RECORD-MP3 PLAYER on the main unit or REC P. PLAYER on the remote control is

pressed. If CD playback is stopped, select Normal/High speed using or then press to confirm selection. Press , , or to select track and then to start recording. Recording will not start until CD starts playback.

Note:

High speed recording mode can save time when recording from CDs. It is normal that the pitch is increased during high speed recording.

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Recording Tuner/AUX to mp3 Player

1. In Tuner or AUX mode, press RECORD-MP3 PLAYER on the main unit or press REC P. PLAYER on the remote control to start

recording.

Example:

1. In Tuner mode, select the station to record (refer to page 12 for details).

2. Press press RECORD-MP3 PLAYER on the main unit or press REC P. PLAYER on the remote control to start recording.

3. Press , press RECORD-MP3 PLAYER on the main unit or press REC P. PLAYER on the remote control to stop recording.

Program Recording

Refers to ”Setting the Timer” on page 7.

Recording to USB Device

Follow the steps of “Recording CD/Tuner/AUX to mp3 player” in the last section by pressing RECORD-USB on the main unit or REC USB on the remote control instead of RECORD-MP3 PLAYER on the main unit or press REC P. PLAYER on the remote control.

Recording Information

During recording, press BAND/INFO to display the current file name, recording speed (in CD Recording mode only) and remaining recording time (Rem) cyclically. Press BAND/INFO again to quit.

Deleting Files from mp3 Player/USB device

1. In navigation mode, select the file to delete using the navigation buttons. (Refer to “Navigation Buttons” on page 6 for details.)

2. Press DELETE on the remote control.

3. Rotate the Volume Control on the main unit or on the remote control to select Yes to delete or No to cancel.

4. Press to confirm selection.

Deleting All Files

1. To delete all the files on the USB device, press and hold DELETE on the remote control in navigation mode and mp3 stop mode.

2. Rotate the Volume Control on the main unit or on the remote control to select Yes to delete or No to cancel.

3. Press to confirm selection.

File Name

04:30

NORMAL SPEED RECORDING

File Name

04:30

Rem: >3h

recording speed (in CD Recording mode only)

remaining recording time

Recording to the mp3 Player/USB

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Wireless Musiclink allows you to have remote access to the Windows Media Player Library in your computer. Refer to page 3 to install the required software and driver first before you start music playback.

Connecting your Unit to the Computer

1. Press SOURCE to select PC mode.

2. Adjust the Wireless Musiclink antenna at the back of the unit to face skyward as illustrated.

3. Connect the included USB cable to the Wireless Music Link Transceiver.

4. Connect the other end of the USB cable to your computer’s USB port.

5. Adjust the antenna of the Transceiver to face skyward as illustrated.

6. PC Searching and PC Connecting will be shown on the main unit’s display. PC No Connect will be displayed if no PC connection is found.

7. A connection icon will be displayed on the right hand corner of your computer. This icon indicates the connection between your unit and your computer.

Playback Features

1. Press

to select

among All music, Genre, Artist, Album and Playlists in your Windows Media Player Library.

2. Press to confirm the selected items or to return to the previous menu level. If the selected item is a song, playback will start.

Start and Pause Playback

Press to start and pause playback.

Stop Playback

Press to stop playback and display the song list.

Skipping Files

• Press

to skip to the

previous or next file.

•Press and hold

search through a file while it is playing.

Note:

When you move your cursor over the connection icon:

• link broken! will be displayed if no

connection with your unit is found.

• No dongle will be displayed if no Wireless

Musiclink Transceiver is connected to your computer.

Wireless Musiclink

Tip:

For the main unit to show CD and

Song information, your PC must be turned on connected to the internet. For further detail on the internet connection, check the readme file in the included CDROM, or use the HELP option in the Wireless Music Link program installed on your PC.

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In CD , USB and Portable Player mode, advanced playback controls allow you to sample, repeat and random playback files, set up a Program List. In USB mode, allow you to rename tracks.

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 toggle repeat options: Repeat the current track (REPEAT 1), Repeat current disc (REPEAT 1 DISC) , Repeat all discs (REPEAT ALL DISC), or Normal playback (ALL DISCS).

Random Playback

Press on the remote control to turn on/off random playback. 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.

Setting Up a Program List

1. In navigation mode, press CD 1/2/3/4/5 on the remote control or DISC SKIP to select disc.

2. Use the navigation buttons to select the track / file to add to Program List.

3. Press ADD to save the selected track into the next available program location.

4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store more tracks into program memory.

5. Wait for a few seconds timeout to return to navigation mode.

Playing a Program List

While in PROGRAM stop mode , press . If you are not currently in program mode, press PROG to enter program mode. Program playback begins automatically. PROGRAM is displayed.

Display Program List

1. While CD playback is stopped, press PROG to enter PROGRAM mode. Program playback begins automatically after entering program mode.

To display program list, press .

2. Press or on the main unit repeatedly or rotate the VOLUME CONTROL to view

each track assignment in the program list.

Deleting from Program List

1. While in PROGRAM mode, Press or on the main unit repeatedly or rotate the

VOLUME CONTROL to select the program to delete.

2. Press DELETE on the main unit.

3. Press or on the main unit repeatedly or rotate the VOLUME CONTROL to select

between No to cancel and Yes to confirm.

4. Press to confirm selection.

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).

Advanced Playback Controls

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Advanced Playback Controls

Deleting the Entire Program List

1. While in PROGRAM mode, press Press or on the main unit repeatedly or rotate the

VOLUME CONTROL to select the program to delete.

2. Press and hold DELETE on the main unit.

3. Press or on the main unit repeatedly

or rotate the VOLUME CONTROL to select between No to cancel and Yes to confirm.

4. Press to confirm selection.

Renaming Tracks

You can rename tracks in the mp3 player or the USB device.

1. In mp3/WMA or USB navigation mode, press PROG on the remote control to enter rename mode.

2. Press or on the main unit repeatedly or rotate the VOLUME CONTROL to select

alphabets.

3. Press to confirm the current alphabet and move to the next alphabet.

4. Press PROG to confirm and store the new file name after editing the last alphabet.

5. Press to edit the previous alphabet.

6. Press DELETE to delete the alphabet.

Note:

You can create a program of up to

32 tracks.

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File Navigation

Main Unit

DELETE - Deletes the selected item.

SELECT

• From stop mode - Enters navigation mode.

• In navigation mode - Plays selected track or enter selected folder.

BACK

• In navigation mode - Exits current folder and returns to higher level; exits navigation mode after returning to top layer.

/- Moves up/down a list.

Music Navigation Remote Control

Use VOLUME CONTROL dial to select items.

DELETE - Deletes the selected item.

ADD - Adds the selected item.

SELECT

• From stop mode - Enter navigation mode.

• In navigation mode - Plays selected track or enter selected folder.

BACK

• In navigation mode - Exits current folder and returns to higher level; exits navigation mode after returning to top layer.

Advanced Navigation Controls

Display

In navigation mode, the display looks like the following. Selected item is blackened.

-ROOT Folder A Folder B Folder C

root or current folder name

selected folder

folder

-Folder A File A

File B File C

selected song

song

root or current folder name

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Advanced Navigation Controls

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.

Tips on Playback Sequence of Disc

• 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.

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LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4

Folder 1

Folder 2

Folder 1.1

Folder 1.2

Folder 2.1

8 9

Folder 1.2.1

11 12

Song 1.1.1 Song 1.1.2 Song 1.1.3

Song 2.1.1 Song 2.1.2

Song 1.2.1.1 Song 1.2.1.2

Song 1.2.1.3

Song 2.2

Song 2.3 Song 2.4

Song 3.1 Song 3.2

1 2

Folder 3

Song 4 Song 5

mp3 Player

Insert battery into the player

1. Slide the battery door by following the direction of arrow.

2. Insert a “AAA”(UM4) battery with polarities corresponding to the indications in the compartment.

3. Replace the door to the battery compartment.

General Controls

- Press once to turns the unit on. In play mode, press once to starts and pause music playback.

- In stop mode, press once to turn off the

unit. Press once to stop music playback.

- Skips to the previous song or the beginning of the current song. Press and hold to scan backwards.

-Skips to the next song. Press and hold to scan forward. LOCK - Slide the switch to lock or unlock the keys of the player Headphones Jack - Insert headphones here.

- Use the USB port to connect to the Audio System. USB lock button - Press and hold and push the USB connector out form the unit.

VOLUME + / - - Increases and decreases the volume level. M - Selects among playback options. (repeat one, repeat all, random playback, repeat random playback) DSP - Selects among DSP modes (Flat, Bass, Pop, Rock, Jazz)

Display Overview

1. Shows current volume level.

2. The relative play mode indicator lights to show current selection.

- repeat track

- repeat all

- random playback

- repeat random playback

3. is displayed when the key lock function is activated.

4. shows the battery level.

5. This section shows song information.

The information in this section presumes you’ve successfully transferred files to the mp3 player, and you’re ready to play some music.

Turn On/Off the mp3 player

Press to turn the unit on/off. Playback starts automatically from the first track.

Play / Pause

• Press to start and pause playback of selected track. Current track number, elapsed playback time and track title show on display.

Stop Playback

• During playback, press to stop playback. The total number of tracks is display.

• Press in stop mode to turn the unit off.

Note:

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Skipping Tracks

• Press or to skip to the previous or

the next track.

Scan Tracks

•Press and hold or to scan backwards and forwards during playback.

Adjusting the Volume

Press VOLUME +/- to adjust the volume.

Key Lock

•To avoid accidental key activation, slide the key

lock switch to the left. is displayed.

• Slide to the switch to the right to unlock.

DSP

Press DSP repeatedly to select among DSP modes: FLAT > BASS > POP > ROCK > JAZZ The current selection shows briefly on the display.

Play modes

During playback, press M repeatedly to select among the following playback modes: Normal playback Repeat Track Repeat All Random Playback Repeat Random Playback -

Check for Updates

Visit www.thomson-lyra.com for the latest news and firmware upgrades for our Lyra Digital Audio Player. You must update your system after new downloads have been made in order for the new applications to be executed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yo u can get FAQ information at www.thomsonlyra.com

Note:

The unit automatically turns off after about 1 minute if there is no key activation.

Note:

If the elapsed time of the playing track is less than 0:04, pressing once will return to previous track.

If the elapsed time of the playing track is more than 0:04, pressing once will return to the beginning of the current track.

Note:

When the unit is in off mode and the key lock switch is at the LOCK position, pressing the key will cause the display to show the key lock icon for three seconds.

mp3 Player

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Troubleshooting Tips

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.

Main Unit

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Solution

• Battery may be inserted incorrectly.

• Battery may be empty.

• Repeat or random function may be activated.

• There may be strong magnetic fields (e.g. too close to TV) near the unit.

• Low Battery level. Replace with new one.

• LOCK function may be activated.

• There may be no mp3 tracks in the card or internal memory.

• Memory Card may be damaged.

• Make sure audio tracks are encoded in the mp3 or Windows Media formats at supported bitrates. Bitrates support by the player: mp3 – 32 to 320 kbps wma – 48 to 160 kbps

Check the website and/or application help system of the music download service provider from where the content was purchased from for license acquisition details. For more information on how license acquisition works, go to

www.microsoft.com/windowsmedia/drm.

Problem

The player does not turn on when PLAY button pressed.

Skipping tracks or bad sound quality?

Cannot perform playback?

Cannot playback tracks on the player.

Problem

What does the PlaysForSur e logo mean?

USB display does not appear when connected to computer.

The player does not respond to key operations?

Solution

PlaysForSure is a new logo program from Microsoft®. Consumers can match the PlaysForSure logo on a large selection of devices and online music stores. If you see the logo, you’ll know your digital media will play for sure. For more information on the Microsoft PlaysForSure program, visit www.PlaysForSure.com. For more information on RCA PlaysForSure devices, visit www.rca.com.

• Check connection between your unit and the computer.

• To reset the unit, turn the player off by removing the battery. Reinsert the battery properly and turn the player on again to resume normal operations.

Note:

mp3 Player

Troubleshooting Tips

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Maintenance

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 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 mm): Unit size - 280 x 187 x 310 Speaker - 278 x 185 x 229 CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB): 60Hz to 5kHz Rating Plate: Look for it at the back of the set. Maximum size of Mass Storage Class device supported: 20 GB

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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.

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.

Limited Warranty (U.S.)

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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.

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:

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 PAR TICULAR 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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EXPORTER Thomson Inc. P. O. Box 1976 Indianapolis, IN 46206-1976 © 2006 Thomson Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) ® Registrada(s) Marque(s) ® Deposée(s) www.rca.com Printed In China / Impreso en China

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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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