Thomson CS196 User Manual
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CS196
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Safety Information
For UK Only
CONNECT THE MAIN LEAD INTO A MAINS
POWER SOCKET
POWER SUPPLY 230V. It must not be
connected to D.C. mains.
Note: The mains lead of the set is fitted with a
molded plug. If the mains socket are not
compatible or if for any reason the plug is
removed please follow the directions below. The
molded plug cannot be rewired and if removed
must be disposed of safely.
DO NOT under any circumstances plug the
severed plug into any mains socket as this could
result in electric shock.
Important: If the plug is removed, rewire the
new plug as follow:
The wires in the mains plug are colored in
accordance to the following code:
BLUE = NEUTRAL / BROWN = LIVE
If the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this
apparatus may not correspond with the colored
markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows:
BLUE wire to the terminal coded N (Neutral) or
colored black.
BROWN wire to the terminal coded L (Live) or
colored red.
DO NOT make any connection to
the terminal in the plug which is
marked by the letter E or by the
earth symbol or colored green or
green and yellow.
A fused plug must be fitted
with a 3A fuse approved by
ASTA or BS1362 and fuse
covers must be always be
securely replaced. If you set
does not work, the fuse may
be blown.
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
"DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE" INSIDE
THE PRODUCT.
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF 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.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE
SHOCK HAZARD,
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PR ODUCT
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
OR ELECTRICAL
EN
The descriptions and characteristics given in this document are given as a general indication and not as a guarantee.
In order to provide the highest quality product possible, we reserve the right to make any improvement or
modification without prior notice. The English version serves as the final reference on all products and operational
details should any discrepancies arise in other languages.
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.
Safety Information
CAUTION!
Invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid
exposure to beam. Class 1 laser product. This
system must be opened only by qualified
technicians to prevent accidents caused by the
laser beam.
LASER λ = 780 nm, P max = 5 mW
Rating Information: At bottom/rear of the unit.
This unit comply with the existing requirements
In accordance with the rating plate of
the unit, this unit complies with
current standards concerning electrical
safety and electromagnetic
compatibility.
Please respect the environment Before
throwing any batteries away, consult
your distributor who may be able to
take them back for specific recycling.
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 headphone
are in place.
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.
CAUTION – INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS FAILED OR
DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
ATTENTION –
RAYONNEMENT LASER INVISIBLE
DANGEREUX EN CAS D'OUVERTURE ET LORSQUE
LA SECURITE EST NEUTRALISEE.
EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.
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ADVARSEL!
USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING VED ÅBNING NAR
SIKKERHEDSAFBR
UNGDÅ UDSAETTELSE FOR STRÅLNING.
VORSICHT!
UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRALUNG
WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET UND SICHERHEITS–
VERRIEGELUNG ÜBERBRÜCKT.
NICHT DEM LASERSTRAHL AUSSETZEN!
YDERE ER UDE AF FUNKTION.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
AREIL
APP
A LASER
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT
VARNING–
OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL
ÄR ÖPPNAD OCH SPÄRRAN ÄR URKOPPLADE.
BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.
VARO!
AVAT TAESSA JA SOUJALUKITUS OHITETT
OLET AL
TTIINA NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE.
LASERSÄTEILYLLE ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.
DE CLASSE 1
AESSA
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.
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.
This symbol means that your
inoperative electronic appliance must
be collected separately and not mixed
with the household waste. The
European Union has implemented a
specific collection and recycling
system for which manufacturers are responsible.
This appliance has been designed and
manufactured with high quality materials and
components that can be recycled and reused.
Electrical and electronic appliances are liable to
contain parts that are necessary in order for the
system to work properly but which can become a
health and environmental hazard if they are not
handled or disposed of in the proper way.
Consequently, please do not throw out your
inoperative appliance with the household waste.
If you are the owner of the appliance, you must
deposit it at the appropriate local collection point
or leave it with the vendor when buying a new
appliance.
• If you are a professional user, please follow
your supplier's instructions.
• If the appliance is rented to you or left in your
care, please contact your service provider.
Help us protect the environment in which we
live!
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Table of Contents
Safety Information
Important Information
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Content of Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Connections of Antennas and Speakers . . . . .3
General Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Setting the Clock / Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Sleep Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Sound Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Bass Boost and Equalizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
CD and mp3 Disc Playback . . . . . . .10
Play / Pause Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Stop and Searching Through a CD . . . . . . . . .13
USB and mp3 player . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Connecting USB device to the Main Unit . . .13
Connecting / Disconnecting mp3 Player to the
Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Selecting USB or mp3 player Mode . . . . . . . .14
Memory Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Selecting Tuner Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Tuning to a Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Using Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Auto Preset Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Manually Setting Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Tuning to an RDS Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Searching by Program Type (PTY) . . . . . . . . . .16
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Recording CD to mp3 player . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Recording Standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Instant Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Recording Tuner / AUX to mp3 player . . . . . .17
Instant Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Program Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Recording to USB device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Deleting Files from mp3 player / USB Device 18
Advanced Playback Controls . . . . .19
Intro/ Repeat/Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Setting Up a Program List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Rename Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Advanced Navigation Controls . . .21
File Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Tips on Playback Sequence of Disc . . . . . . . . .22
mp3 Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Turn On/Off the Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Playback Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Key Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
DSP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Play modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . .26
Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
mp3 Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Handling CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
CD Lens Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Technical Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
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Getting Started
Content of Box
• one main unit (with 2 main speakers);
• one remote control;
• one FM antenna;
• one MW loop antennas;
• one mp3 Player;
• one user manual;
• one Thomson Warranty Card
Connections of Antennas and
Speakers
1. AUX IN.
2. MW Loop antenna Jacks.
3. Main Speaker terminal tabs.
4. FM Antenna Jack.
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 - 40 to 160kbps
Warning:
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.
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2
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3
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Getting Started
Using the FM and MW Antennas
Before you use your audio system, you’ll want to
make sure both the FM and MW 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 MW
antenna loop to the back of the unit if you listen
to MW stations. Rotate the MW loop antenna for
better reception.
Connecting the Speakers
Speaker terminal tabs marked L are for left while
R are for right. Each speaker has a black
(negative) and a red (positive) wire. 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:
CD
10 cm
10 cm
Front View
10 cm
10 cm
5 cm
Side View
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Speaker
Wire Connection
CS196
Sleep
ON/ECO
CDCD
REC
SOURCE
BAND/INFO BACK SELECT
PHONES
DIGITAL MUSIC STUDIO
CD-R / RW COMPATIBLE
DEMO/DIMMER
mp3 player
MP3 PLAYER
USB
REC
TUNE/PRESET
mp3
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.
General Controls
Main Unit - Front View
ON/ECO - Press briefly to turn on and off the
unit. Press and hold in standby mode to enter
ECO (power saving, without clock display) mode.
The red standby indicator lights above the
button.
DEMO/DIMMER - Activates and deactivates
demonstration.
SOURCE - Selects among CD player, tuner, USB,
mp3 player and AUX.
BAND/INFO - In CD mode - Selects display
options to show track elapse time, track remain
time or disc remain time.
In mp3 / WMA mode - Shows ID3 tag.
In USB / mp3 player mode - Shows memory usage.
In Tuner mode - selects radio band.
REC USB - Starts and stops record to USB
device.
REC MP3 PLAYER - Starts and stops record to
mp3 player.
BACK - In navigation mode - navigates
backwards.
In rename mode - edits previous alphabet
SELECT - In mp3 / WMA / USB stop mode - Enters
navigation mode.
In navigation mode - navigates forward.
In rename mode - confirms the editing alphabet
(PLAY/PAUSE) - Starts and pauses playback
for CD, USB and mp3 player.
TUNE/PRESET - Stops CD, USB and mp3 player,
In Tuner mode - selects tune or preset mode.
(SKIP FORWARD) - In CD mode - Goes to
the next CD track and setting options; searches
forward through CD;
In USB and mp3 player mode - Skips to the next
file;
In Tuner mode - Tunes up radio frequency.
(SKIP BACKWARD) - In CD mode - Goes to
the previous CD track and setting options;
searches backward through CD;
In USB and mp3 player mode - Skips to the
previous file;
In Tuner mode - Tunes down radio frequency.
CD
Tips:
In STANDBY mode, press ON/ECO 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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CS196
Sleep
ON/ECO
CDCD
USB
REC
SOURCE
BAND/INFO BACK SELECT
PHONES
REC
DIGITAL MUSIC STUDIO
CD-R / RW COMPATIBLE
DEMO/DIMMER
mp3 player
MP3 PLAYER
TUNE/PRESET
mp3
- Opens or closes the disc tray.
VOLUME CONTROL - Adjusts volume (except in
navigation mode).
In mp3 / WMA / USB navigation mode - Rotate
clockwise to navigate downwards and rotate
counter-clockwise to navigate upwards.
PHONES - Jack for connecting headphones
USB socket - connects USB devices
mp3 player - connects mp3 player
Remote Control
ON/ECO - Press briefly to turn on and off the
unit. Press and hold in standby mode to enter
ECO (power saving, without clock display) mode.
The red standby indicator lights above the
button.
SOURCE - Selects among CD player, tuner, USB,
mp3 player, and AUX.
(UP)- In navigation mode - Navigates
upwards and move up a list.
In tuner mode - selects the next preset number.
In rename mode - selects alphabets
(DOWN)- In navigation mode - Navigates
downwards and move down a list.
In tuner mode - Selects the previous preset
number.
In rename mode - selects alphabets
General Controls
Note:
Refer to “mp3 Player” section on page 2325 for mp3 player operation details.
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ON
ECO
BAND
FM ST
DEMO/DIMMER
CD INFO
REC
USB
PROG INTRO/CT CLOCK
ADD /PTY TIMER
DEL REPEAT/RDS
VOL
CS196
SOURCE
B.BOOST
EQ
REC
PLAYER
SLEEP
(LEFT/BACK) - In navigation mode - Navigates
backwards.
(RIGHT /ENTER) - In navigation mode -
Navigates forward.
BAND - In Tuner mode - selects radio band.
B. BOOST - Turns on or off Bass Boost.
FM ST - Selects between stereo and mono sound
in FM tuner mode.
EQ - Selects equalizer presets.
DEMO/DIMMER - Activates and deactivates
demonstration.
Adjusts the brightness of display.
CD INFO - In CD mode - Selects display options
to show track elapse time, track remain time or
disc remain time.
In mp3 / WMA mode - Shows ID3 tag.
In USB / memory card mode - Shows memory
usage.
- Mutes audio output.
VOL or - Decreases or Increases volume
level.
(SKIP BACKWARD) - In clock and timer
setting mode - Goes to the previous setting
option. In CD / USB / mp3 player mode - Goes to
the previous track; searches backward through
CD;
In Tuner mode - Tunes down radio frequency.
(PLAY/PAUSE) - In CD / USB / mp3 player
mode - Starts and pauses playback.
(SKIP FORWARD) - In clock and timer
setting mode - Goes to the next setting option. In
CD / USB / mp3 player mode - Goes to the next
track; searches forward through CD;
In Tuner mode - Tunes up radio frequency.
REC USB - Starts and stops record to USB
device.
REC PLAYER - Starts and stops record to mp3
player.
TUNE/PRESET (STOP) - In TUNER mode Selects tune or preset mode. In CD / USB / mp3
player mode - Stops playback;
- Opens and closes disc
compartment.
PROG - In CD, USB, mp3 player and Tuner mode Enters program mode.
In navigation mode - enters rename mode and
store new file names
INTRO/CT - In CD / USB and mp3 player mode Turns intro mode on or off to play the first 10
seconds of each track / file.
In CT mode, replaces the displayed time with RDS
station time.
CLOCK - Displays clock time. Press and hold to
enter clock setting mode.
ADD - In CD / USB / mp3 player mode - Adds
track / file to Program List.
/PTY - In CD / USB / mp3 player mode - Turns
on/off random playback.
In TUNER mode - Search radio band by program
type.
TIMER - Enters timer setting mode. Activates and
deactivates timer.
DEL - When reviewing program, removes track /
file from Program List.
In USB / mp3 player mode - Removes file from the
connected mp3 player.
In rename mode - deletes current alphabet
REPEAT/RDS - In CD mode - Repeats a track or
CD.
In TUNER mode - displays RDS information.
In USB / mp3 player mode - Repeats one file or
repeats all files.
SLEEP - Selects the time interval in minutes
before the unit turns off.
General Controls
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