RCA RS2656 User Manual

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RS2656

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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) 56044500 (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

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 InformationFCC 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.

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.

Technical Specifications

Product: 5CD Audio System Brand: RCA Model: RS2656

Electrical Consumption:

Power Supply: 120V~60Hz Power consumption: 300 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 ARROW-

HEAD 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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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 Main Speakers . . . . . . . . . .2

Subwoofer Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

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

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

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

Phone and AUX In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Installing Batteries to the Remote Control . . .4

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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

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

Showing Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Adjusting the Display Brightness . . . . . . . . . . .7

Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Setting the Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Activating the Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Sleep Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

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

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

Bass Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Muting Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Using Preset Equalizer Curves . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Creating Custom Curves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Important CD and MP3/WMA Information . . .9

Notes on CD-R/RW Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Notes on MP3/WMA Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Loading Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Notes on Simple MP3/WMA Playback . . . .10

Play and Pause Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Play and Load Simultaneously . . . . . . . . . .10

Stop Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Selecting a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Selecting Folders (MP3/WMA CDs Only) . . . .11

Searching Through a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

CD Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Sampling Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Random Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Setting Up a CD Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Playing a Program List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Displaying the Program List . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Edit Program List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Deleting Program List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Selecting Tuner Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Tuning to a Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Using Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Auto Preset Programming (FM only) . . . . . . .13

Manually Setting Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Suppressing Stereo Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . .14

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Handling CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Cleaning CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

CD Lens Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Limited Warranty (U.S.) . . . . . . . . .17

Limited Warranty (Canada) . . . . . .19

Safety Precautions

• Never open the cabinet under any circumstances. Any repair works and internal adjustments must be conducted by trained personnel.

• Never operate this product with the cabinet removed.

•Do not use your unit immediately after transporting it from a cold place to a warm place, as condensation may result in malfunction.

• Keep your unit away from humid areas and abnormally hot places.

• Do not operate the unit with wet hands. If any liquid enters the cabinet, take the unit 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.

• Ensure minimum distances around the unit 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.

• Electrolyte leakage may occur on any battery 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.

Headphones Safety

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

• If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.

•You should use with extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.

• Even if your headphones feature an open-air design that allows you to hear outside sounds, do not turn 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 without violating copyright laws. Any attempt to use this product for which it is not intended is unlawful and therefore not condoned by Thomson.

Important Information

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General Controls

Unpacking the system

You should have the following:

•one main unit (with 2 main speakers and a subwoofer);

•one remote control;

• one AM loop antenna;

• one user’s guide;

• one safety leaflet;

• Owner registration Card.

Back View

1. Main speaker jacks (high pass)

2. Woofer jacks (low pass)

3. Subwoofer jacks

4. FM pigtail antenna

5. AM loop antenna jack

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 Main Speakers

Each speaker has a black/red wire and a black/purple wire. When connecting the speakers, match the red/purple wires to the red/purple jacks and the black wires to the black jacks on the main unit.

Subwoofer Connection

Connect the green wire on the subwoofer to the green terminal and the black wire to the black terminal of the Subwoofer jack.

Installation

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

Getting Started

4 inches

Front View

Release tab to lock wire in the terminal.

NOTE: Make sure the insulation

is completely removed from the

ends of the

speaker wires at all connection

points.

Speaker

Wire Connection

Push speaker terminal tab down to insert wire.

Side View

2 inches

4 inches

Main Unit

ON/STANDBY - Turns power on or off (STANDBY

mode).

SOURCE - Selects among CD player, tuner and AUX modes.

CLOCK - Shows clock time; press longer to enter clock setting mode.

OPEN/CLOSE - Opens or closes the disc tray.

DISC 1/2/3/4/5 - Enters CD mode and plays the

corresponding CD.

PLAY/PAUSE - In CD mode or simple MP3/WMA mode - Plays and pauses CD.

STOP - In CD mode or simple MP3/WMA mode - Stops playback. In simple MP3/WMA mode - Returns to the first

track of the current disc in stop mode.

SKIP BACKWARD - In CD mode or simple MP3/WMA mode - Goes to the previous track;

selects the previous program location.

In Tuner mode - Tunes down radio frequency. In Clock or Timer mode - Decreases hour and

minute digit.

SKIP FORWARD - In CD mode or simple MP3/WMA mode - Goes to the next track; selects

the next program location.

In Tuner mode - Tunes up radio frequency. In Clock or Timer mode - Increases hour and

minute digit.

PREV - In simple MP3/WMA mode - selects the previous folder in stop mode. In Tuner mode - selects the previous preset station.

NEXT - In simple MP3/WMA mode - selects the next folder in stop mode. In Tuner mode - selects the next preset station.

PROG/SET - Enters program mode for CD and Tuner. In Clock and Timer setting mode - Applies new settings for Clock and Timer modes.

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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BAND/CD INFO - In CD mode - Use as CD INFO key to select among disc details on display. In simple MP3/WMA mode - Use as CD INFO key to display the total number of folders and total number of tracks on the current disc when playback is completely stopped; shows the track play time and ID3 tags information (e.g. song name, artist, album, bit rate, etc.) during playback. In Tuner mode - Use as BAND key to change among tuner bands. Enters auto preset program in FM mode when depressed for 2 seconds.

VOLUME - Adjusts playback volume.

BASS BOOST - Turns on or off Bass Boost.

EQ - Selects equalizer presets.

DEMO/DIMMER - Turns the feature

demonstration on or off; press for 2 seconds to select among three brightness levels of the display.

Phone and AUX In

Open the compartment door at the bottom of the main unit to reveal the jacks inside.

PHONE - Jack for connecting headphones. AUX IN - Jacks for external sound input.

Installing Batteries to the Remote Control

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).

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 or simple MP3/WMA mode - Stops playback. In simple MP3/WMA mode - Returns to the first

track of the current disc if playback has already been stopped. In program mode - Clears program.

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 track play time and ID3 tag information (e.g. song name, artist, album, bit rate, etc.) during playback. In Tuner mode - Changes among tuner bands. Enters auto preset program in FM mode when depressed for 2 seconds. 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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Settings

CD / TUNER / AUX - Indicates the CD, Turner or Aux mode.

BASS BOOST - Bass Boost is activated.

FM - FM tuner mode activated. AM - AM tuner mode activated. STEREO - In FM tuner mode, indicates stereo

sound is selected.

WMA - Current disc is a WMA disc. MP3 - Current disc is a MP3 disc.

PROG - In program mode. INTRO - Intro mode is activated so the first 10

seconds of each CD track will be played.

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

option that is activated.

REPEAT 1 - Repeat track. REPEAT 1 DISC - Repeat current disc. REPEAT ALL DISCS - Repeat all discs. ALL DISCS - Play all discs once. SLEEP - Sleep mode is activated.

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

- Random playback is activated.

- Timer is activated.

- In CD playback mode.

- In CD pause mode.

ROCK / POP / JAZZ / CLASSIC / CUSTOM Indicates the preset equalizer selected.

Display

Showing Demonstration

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

Adjusting the Display Brightness

1. Press and hold DEMO/DIMMER for more than 2 seconds.

2. While the current dimmer level is displayed, press and release DEMO/DIMMER repeatedly to select the desired level (DIMM 1 - 3).

Setting the Clock

1. Press and hold CLOCK on the unit or 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 or STOP to quit setting without saving.

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 4 seconds.

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CD Player

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 BASS BOOST to turn on/off boosting the bass frequency. The BASS BOOST 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, CLASSIC 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.

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.

Important CD and MP3/WMA Information

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

CD-R / RW

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 malfunction.

• 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. It 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/RW, 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 512, 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 light up on the display and the current disc icon flashes. 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:

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 and is able to display ID3 tag information (e.g. song name, artist, album, bit rate, etc.).

• It is strongly recommended that you use a single folder structure for simple MP3/WMA discs. If there are more than one layer of folders, the tracks may be rearranged. (Refer to pg. 15 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 511 files from each discs if the disc has only one folder.

Tips:

Press DISC 1/ DISC 2 / DISC 3 / DISC 4 or DISC 5 to play the entire CD directly.

In CD mode, press PLAY/PAUSE to play all discs in the unit.

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 PREV on the unit or FOLDER/PRESET on the remote control to go to the previous folder.

• Press NEXT on the unit or FOLDER/PRESET on the remote control to go to the next folder.

The folder number (FLD) shows briefly then the number of the first track (TRK) 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 BAND/CD INFO repeatedly to view the following CD information:

• elapsed track time,

• the current track number (T) and remaining time,

• the remaining time of the CD,

• ID3 tag information.

In full stop mode for simple MP3 discs, press BAND/CD INFO to view Total Folders (TF) and Total Track (TT) on the current disc. In stop mode for simple MP3 discs, press BAND/CD INFO to view current track number (TRK) and folder number (FLD).

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 DISCS), or turn repeat mode off (ALL DISCS).

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.

Radio

Tips:

You can create a program of up to 32 tracks.

Note:

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

CD Player

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

Press PREV/NEXT on the main unit or FOLDER/PRESET or on

the remote control to access the previous or next preset station. The PROG icon lights up when a preset station is selected. The display first shows the preset program number and after a few seconds, the frequency will be displayed. (PR: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 SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP FORWARD to access the desired

frequency.

2. Press the PROG/SET button once.

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

4. If a different program location is preferred, press PREV/NEXT on the main unit or FOLDER/PRESET or on the remote control to move to the desired preset number (1-32).

5. 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 control 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 it back in.

• 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 or AUX.

• 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 oven or 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 does not turn on

There is no sound

Poor radio reception

CD does not play

Problem

CD sound skips

CD button does 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 damages.

• 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 that 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

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

Folder 1

Folder 3

Song 1.1.1 Song 1.1.2 Song 1.1.3

Song 2.2 Song 2.3 Song 2.4

Song 1.2.1.1 Song 1.2.1.2 Song 1.2.1.3

Folder 1.2.1

Song 2.1.1 Song 2.1.2

Folder 2.1

Song 3.1 Song 3.2

Folder 1.1

Folder 1.2

Folder 2

3 4 5

6 7

8 9

11 12

LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4

Song 4 Song 5

1 2

14 15

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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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 unit operates with laser and may only be opened by qualified technicians to avoid accidents.

Handling CDs

• Do not touch the recorded surface. Hold the CD by the perimeter or by the perimeter and the inner edge.

• 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, wipe it clean gently with a wet, soft cloth. Then wipe dry 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 Specifications

Power supply: 120V~60Hz Dimensions ( H x W x D inches): Main unit - 10.5 x 9.9 x 12.9 Speaker - 13 x 9.5 x 8.4 Subwoofer - 13.2 x 9.5 x 8 CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB): 60Hz to 5kHz Rating Plate: Refer to the back of the set.

Limited Warranty (U.S.)

Maintenance

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 (Canada)

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.)

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:

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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.

Limited Warranty (Canada)

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RCA RS2656 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual