RCA Speaker System RS2130i User Guide

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user manual  
manual de usuario  
RS2130i  
iPod not included.  
iPod no incluido.  
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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Important Safety Instructions  
Please read and save for  
future reference  
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms  
or when unused for long periods of time.  
• Refer all servicing to qualified service  
personnel. Servicing is required when the  
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such  
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,  
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen  
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been  
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate  
normally, or has been dropped.  
Some of the following information may not apply  
to your particular product; however, as with any  
electronic product, precautions should be  
observed during handling and use.  
EN  
• Read these instructions.  
• Keep these instructions.  
• Heed all warnings.  
• Follow all instructions.  
• Do not use this apparatus near water.  
• Clean only with dry cloth.  
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install  
in accordance with the  
manufacturer’s instructions.  
• Do not install near any heat sources such as  
radiators,heat registers, stoves, or other  
apparatus (including amplifiers) that  
produce heat.  
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the  
polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized  
plug has two blades with one wider than the  
other. A grounding type plug has two blades  
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade  
or the third prong is provided for your safety.  
If the provided plug does not fit into your  
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement  
of the obsolete outlet.  
Additional safety information  
• Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or  
splashing and no objects filled with liquids,  
such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.  
• Always leave sufficient space around the  
product for ventilation. Do not place product  
in or on a bed, rug, in a bookcase or cabinet  
that may prevent air flow through  
vent openings.  
• Do not place lighted candles, cigarettes, cigars,  
etc. on the product.  
• Connect power cord only to AC power source  
as marked on the product.  
• Care should be taken so that objects do not  
fall into the product.  
• Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet.  
This product does not contain customer  
serviceable components.  
• Protect the power cord from being walked on  
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience  
receptacles, and the point where they exit  
from the apparatus.  
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by  
the manufacturer.  
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,  
or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold  
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use  
caution when moving the cart/apparatus  
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.  
If your product operates on batteries,  
adhere to the following precautions:  
A. Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with  
a different battery type, if inserted incorrectly,  
or if all batteries are not replaced at the  
same time.  
B. Any battery may leak electrolyte or explode if  
disposed of in fire or an attempt is made to  
charge a battery not intended to be recharged.  
C. Discard leaky batteries immediately. Leaking  
batteries can cause skin burns or other  
personal injury. When discarding batteries, be  
sure to dispose of them in the proper manner,  
according to your state/provincial and  
local regulations.  
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Portable Cart Warning  
 
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Important Information  
Technical Specification  
Product: 5CD Audio System  
Brand: RCA  
Model: RS2130i  
• 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 tray. To keep dust  
from collecting on the pick-up lens, do not  
leave the tray door open for an  
EN  
Electrical Consumption:  
Power Supply: 120V~60Hz  
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.  
Power consumption: 150 Watts  
Importer  
Comercializadora Thomson de México,  
S.A. de C.V.  
• Minimum distances around the apparatus for  
sufficient ventilation .  
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  
• 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  
Service Information  
environmental aspects of battery disposal.  
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.  
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,  
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 Unit immediately after  
transporting it from a cold place to a warm  
place, as condensation may cause the unit  
to malfunction.  
- 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.  
• 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.  
 
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Please Respect the Environment!  
Before throwing any batteries away, consult your  
distributor who may be able to take them back  
for specific recycling.  
Headphone Safety  
Make sure you turn down the  
volume on the unit before you  
put on headphones. Increase  
the volume to the desired  
level only after headphones  
are in place.  
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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.  
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.  
iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.  
The descriptions and characteristics given in this document are given as a general indication and not as a guarantee.  
In order to provide the highest quality product possible, we reserve the right to make any improvement or  
modification without prior notice. The English version serves as the final reference on all products and operational  
details should any discrepancies arise in other languages.  
 
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Contents  
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Content of Box  
Connections  
2
4
Recording to the USB drive . . . . .11  
An Overview  
Recording CD/Tuner/AUX to USB drive . . . . .12  
Deleting Files from USB drive  
Deleting All Files  
EN  
General Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Main Unit  
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5  
iPod Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Connecting iPod Dock  
Playback Features  
Display and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
Charging your iPod  
Setting the Clock/Timer  
Sleep Mode  
Advanced Playback Controls . . . .14  
Intro/ Repeat/Random  
Sound Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
Setting Up a Program List  
Rename Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Volume Control  
Bass Boost and Equalizer  
Advanced Navigation Controls . .15  
CD and mp3 Disc Playback . . . . . . .8  
USB Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
File Navigation  
Main Unit  
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Display  
Tips on Playback Sequence of Disc . . . . . . . . .17  
Connecting USB device to the Main Unit  
Selecting USB Mode  
USB Playback Features  
Memory Usage  
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
Selecting Tuner Mode  
Selecting Tuner Band  
Tune Mode and Preset Mode  
Tune Mode  
Cleaning  
Handling CDs  
CD Lens Care  
Preset Mode  
Technical Specification  
Suppressing Stereo Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
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Getting Started  
Content of Box  
EN  
one remote control  
with batteries  
two main speakers  
one main unit  
User Manual  
Quick Start Guide  
Product  
Registration Card  
one iPod dock and  
eight adapters  
one AM loop antenna  
Connections of Antennas and Speakers  
Using the FM and AM Antennas  
Before you use your unit, ensure both the FM and  
AM antennas are positioned properly.  
1. iPod dock socket.  
2. AM Loop antenna Jack.  
3. FM Pigtail Antenna.  
4. AUX IN.  
Uncoil the FM antenna at the back of the unit,  
ensuring 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.  
5. Main Speaker Jacks.  
1
3
Connecting the Speakers  
2
Each speaker has a black and a red wire. When  
connecting the speakers, match the red wires  
to the red jacks and the black wires to the  
black jacks.  
5
4
Push Speaker terminal tab  
down to insert wire.  
Release tab to lock wire in  
the terminal.  
NOTE: Ensure the insulation is completely removed from the ends  
of the speaker wires at all connection  
points.  
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Getting Started  
Installation  
Connecting iPod Dock  
To ensure sufficient ventilation, keep the space  
shown below free from other surfaces:  
1. Check the table and use the appropriate  
adapter for your iPod.  
EN  
4 inches  
Front View  
4 inches  
4 inches  
Side View  
4 inches  
2 inches  
2. Install the correct adapter to the dock.  
3. Connect the cable from the iPod dock to the  
iPod dock socket at the back of the unit.  
iPod Compatibility  
Made for:  
• iPod with video (30GB, 60GB, 80GB)  
5th/5.5th generations  
• iPod photo (20GB U2 Special Edition, 30GB U2  
Special Edition, 40GB, 60GB) 4th generation  
• iPod (10GB, 15GB, 20GB, 20GB U2 Special  
Edition, 30GB, 40GB) 3rd & 4th generations  
• iPod nano (1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB)  
1st & 2nd generations  
• iPod mini (4GB, 6GB) 1st & 2nd generations  
iPod Dock  
Note: This model includes adapters  
for most of the common iPod models. If  
you have an iPod that requires a different  
adapter, use the adapter shipped with  
your iPod.  
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General Controls  
Main Unit - Front View  
BAND/INFO  
In CD or USB mode, it displays various  
information. e.g. Track time, remaining time,  
ID3 tag, memory usage etc.  
EN  
In Recording mode, it selects display options  
and show record time and remaining time.  
In Tuner mode, it selects radio band.  
RECORD – NORMAL  
• Starts and stops recording to the USB drive in  
normal speed.  
RECORD – HIGH SPEED  
• Starts and stops recording to the USB drive in  
high speed.  
DELETE  
• Deletes the selected item.  
DEMO (on top of the unit)  
• Turns the demonstration on/off.  
ON/STANDBY  
• Turns power on or off (STANDBY mode).  
File Navigation Buttons  
Use the following file Navigation buttons to  
navigate through the menu.  
SOURCE  
• Allows selection of the following modes: CD  
player, Tuner, iPod, USB and AUX.  
SELECT  
From the stop mode, it selects  
Navigation mode.  
In the Navigation mode, it moves forward and  
selects highlighted item.  
USB Jack  
• Connects the USB drive.  
DISC 1 /DISC 2 /DISC 3 /DISC 4 /DISC 5  
• Opens or closes the corresponding disc tray.  
BACK  
/MENU  
In the Navigation mode, it  
navigates backwards.  
PLAY/PAUSE  
In the CD, USB or iPod mode, it starts and  
pauses playback.  
DELETE  
• When reviewing program, it removes track  
from Program List.  
In the USB mode, it removes file from the  
connected USB drive.  
TUNE/PRESET  
In the CD or USB mode, it stops playback.  
In Recording mode, it stops recording to  
USB drive.  
In Tuner mode, it selects tune or preset mode.  
VOLUME CONTROL  
In the Navigation mode, it moves up/down  
a list.  
In Normal Mode, it adjusts the volume.  
FAST REVERSE/FORWARD  
/
In CD, USB or iPod mode, press to go to the  
previous/next track; hold to fast forward or  
reverse through track.  
/
In Tuner mode, it tunes the radio.  
In Navigation mode, it moves up/down a list.  
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General Controls  
Remote Control  
ON/STANDBY  
• Turns the power on or off (STANDBY mode).  
EN  
SOURCE  
• Selects the CD player, Tuner, iPod, USB  
and AUX.  
BAND  
• In Tuner mode, it selects radio band.  
FM ST  
• Selects between stereo and mono sound in the  
FM tuner mode.  
INFO  
In the CD or MP3/WMA mode, it displays  
various information (e.g. Track time, remaining  
time, ID3 tag, etc.)  
In the USB mode, it shows memory usage.  
DEMO  
• Turns the demonstration on/off.  
B. BOOST  
• Turns on or off the Bass Boost.  
EQ  
• Selects the equalizer presets.  
MUTE  
• Mutes the sound.  
VOLUME CONTROL  
or  
• Adjusts the volume of the sound.  
PLAY/PAUSE  
In CD, iPod or USB mode, it starts and  
pauses playback.  
FAST REVERSE/FORWARD  
/
In the CD, USB or iPod mode, press to go to the  
previous/next track; hold to fast forward or  
reverse through track.  
In Tuner mode, it tunes down/up frequency.  
RECORD  
• Starts and stops recording to the USB drive in  
normal speed.  
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TUNE/PRESET  
DEL  
In CD or USB mode, it stops playback.  
In Recording mode, it stops recording.  
In Tuner mode, it selects the Tune or  
Preset mode.  
• When reviewing program, it removes track  
from Program List.  
In the USB mode, it removes file from the  
connected USB drive.  
EN  
In rename mode, you can delete  
current alphabet.  
DISC SKIP  
• Skips to the next disc in CD mode.  
File Navigation Buttons  
Use the navigation buttons to navigate  
through menu.  
PROG  
In CD, USB or Tuner mode, it enters  
program mode.  
INTRO  
In CD or USB mode, it turns intro mode on  
or off to play the first 10 seconds of each  
track/file.  
CLOCK  
• Displays clock time. Press and hold to enter  
clock setting mode.  
• From stop mode, enters Navigation mode.  
In Navigation mode, navigates forward and  
selects highlighted item.  
In rename mode, confirms the current alphabet  
and move to the next alphabet.  
RANDOM  
In CD, USB, iPod or MP3/WMA mode, it turns  
on/off random playback.  
TIMER  
MENU  
• Hold to enter timer setting mode.  
• Press to activate and deactivates timer.  
In Navigation mode, can navigate backwards.  
In rename mode, edits the previous alphabet.  
REPEAT  
In the CD mode, it repeats a track, CD or  
all CDs.  
In USB or iPod mode, it selects repeat one file,  
repeat all files mode.  
/
In Navigation mode, it moves up/down a list.  
In USB or simple MP3/WMA mode, enters  
Navigation mode.  
In rename mode, selects alphabets.  
SLEEP  
• Selects the time interval in minutes before the  
unit turns off.  
Installing Batteries  
Insert 2 "AAA"("UM-4"/"R03") batteries to the  
remote control prior to use.  
ADD  
• In the CD or USB mode, it adds track/file to the  
Program List.  
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Display and Settings  
Source indication  
5. Press TIMER to select source. Press  
or  
to select TUNER/TUNER REC/DISC/USB/iPod. If  
TUNER REC is selected, press  
select the preset station.  
or  
to  
EN  
6. Press TIMER to set volume. Adjust VOLUME  
CONTROL to select desired volume level.  
7. Press TIMER to save settings.  
Press TUNE/PRESET  
to cancel setting.  
The timer is automatically activated once timer  
setting is saved.  
Activating the Timer  
Press TIMER to turn on/off the alarm. The timer  
CD Tray Status:  
Lights up when  
loaded. Flash when  
playing.  
Play Mode status  
icon  
is displayed when timer is activated.  
Sleep Mode  
You can select the time interval in minutes before  
the unit turns off automatically.  
Setting the Clock  
1. Press and hold CLOCK on the remote control  
until the hour flashes on the display.  
2. Press  
CLOCK to shift to minute digits.  
3. Press or to set the minute.  
4. Press CLOCK to save settings. Or press  
TUNE/PRESET to cancel the setting.  
or  
to set the hour and then press  
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.  
Timer and Program Recording  
You can turn on/off the unit or record TUNER at  
preset times by setting the timer.  
View and Adjust Remaining Sleep Time  
When sleep is activated, press SLEEP once to  
view remaining sleep time. Press again to change  
the time.  
You can use Program Recording to preset the unit  
to record your favorite radio program. When  
setting the timer, choose TUNER REC as the  
source to record radio at the preset time. Ensure  
there is adequate memory in the USB  
device connected.  
Note: Sleep is automatically  
de-activated when the unit is turned off.  
Showing Demonstration  
Press DEMO to turn on/off demonstration mode.  
Setting the Timer  
1. Press and hold TIMER on the remote control  
until Timer On and the clock hour flashes on  
the display.  
2. Set the Timer ON setting. Press  
or  
to  
set the hour and then press TIMER to shift to  
minute digits.  
3. Press  
or  
to set the minute.  
4. Press TIMER to change to Timer Off setting  
with clock time flashing. Repeat steps 2 & 3 for  
timer off time setting.  
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Sound Features  
Volume Control  
Using Preset Equalizer Curves  
Turn the volume control on the main unit or press  
Press EQ to toggle among FLAT, ROCK, POP, JAZZ,  
CLASSIC and CUSTOM. The display shows your  
selection briefly and the relative icon lights on  
the display.  
EN  
VOL  
or  
on the remote control to adjust  
volume level. The volume level shows briefly on  
the display.  
Creating a Custom Curve  
Bass Boost  
Press B.BOOST to turn on/off boosting the bass  
frequency. The BASS BOOST icon displays when  
it is activated.  
1. Press EQ to select CUSTOM mode.  
2. While CUSTOM is displayed, press  
to cycle among displayed bass and treble  
range levels.  
or  
3. While BAS and TRE is displayed, adjust volume  
control to set the associated gain between  
-10 - +10.  
Muting Sound  
4. Press EQ to save setting and exit.  
Press  
on the remote to mute the sound.  
When MUTE is on, the symbol flashes.  
CD and mp3 Disc Playback  
Loading Discs  
Pause Discs  
1. Press DISC 1  
/2  
/3  
/ 4  
/5  
on the  
Press  
during playback to pause disc. Press  
main unit to open the desired disc tray.  
2. Insert a disc with label face up.  
again to resume.  
3. Press the same DISC  
tray, or press a different DISC  
a different disc tray directly.  
4. Repeat steps 2-4 to load discs in all the  
disc trays.  
key to close the disc  
Play and load simultaneously  
key to open  
While playing one disc, you can press  
OPEN/CLOSE  
to open or close other disc trays  
to load or change disc without interrupting the  
playback.  
The occupied disc tray icons displays and the  
current disc icon flashes on the display.  
If the disc is a mp3/WMA CD, the respective MP3  
and WMA icon will be displayed.  
Stop Playback  
During playback, press TUNE/PRESET  
to  
stop playback.  
Play Discs  
To play all discs in the disc tray  
The unit returns to Navigation mode briefly  
(around 10 seconds) before entering stop mode.  
Press  
in stop mode to begin playback.  
Tip:  
To play a specific disc in the disc tray  
Press DISC SKIP to skip to the desired disc.  
• In Tuner iPod, USB or AUX mode, the  
corresponding disc will start playback when  
DISC 1  
/2  
/3  
/ 4  
/5  
is pressed.  
To play a specific track in the disc  
If there is no disc in the corresponding disc  
tray, the current disc will be set to the next  
occupied tray.  
Press  
or  
to select the track and press  
to start playback.  
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CD and mp3 Disc Playback  
Selecting a Disc  
Press DISC SKIP to skip discs.  
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.  
EN  
Fast Forwarding/Reversing/  
Skipping Tracks  
Notes on mp3/WMA Disc:  
• Press and hold  
reverse through a CD while it is playing.  
• Press or to skip to the previous or  
next track.  
or  
to fast forward or  
• 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.  
Program Playback  
Refer to page 14 for details.  
• For better quality mp3/WMA disc  
playback, the CD quality should be  
recorded at 128kbps or 64kpbs.  
Notes:  
• 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  
are not recognized.  
• See pages 15 – 16 for details on  
Navigation Mode.  
• In CD stop mode, press SELECT/  
to enter  
Navigation mode and show disc menu. In CD  
Navigation mode, press  
to return to stop mode.  
/BACK  
• Be sure to remove all discs from the disc tray  
before moving or transporting the unit.  
• Do not force the tray to close during CD  
playback or tray opening.  
• File formats/bitrates supported by  
the player:  
mp3: 32 to 320kbps  
wma: 48 to 160kbps  
Important CD and  
mp3/WMA Information  
Notes on CD-R/RW Disc:  
• Some CD-R and CD-RW discs may not be  
playable due to the state of the disc or the  
device that was used for recording.  
• Do not affix any type of labels to either  
side (recordable or labeled side) of a  
CD-R/RW disc as this may result in the  
unit malfunctioning.  
• To avoid damages to the CD-R/RW disc, do  
not open the disc tray door while  
the disc is being read.  
• Do not load an unrecorded CD-R/RW disc  
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USB Playback  
Connecting USB drive to the Main Unit  
Insert the USB drive's connector into the main  
unit’s USB Jack on the front panel. To disconnect,  
unplug the drive.  
Skipping Files/Fast Forwarding/Reversing  
• Press or to skip to the previous or  
next file.  
• Press and hold  
EN  
or  
to fast forward or  
reverse through a file while it is playing.  
Selecting USB Mode  
Press SOURCE repeatedly to select USB mode.  
Memory Usage  
Press BAND/INFO on the main unit or INFO on  
the remote control to view memory usage on the  
USB drive.  
USB Playback Features  
Start and Pause Playback  
Press  
to start and pause playback.  
Note: Mass Storage Class (MSC) USB  
devices of up to 20 GB are compatible  
with this unit. Do not connect other USB  
devices to this unit.  
Stop Playback  
Press TUNE/PRESET  
enters the Navigation mode for 10 seconds  
before entering the stop mode.  
to stop playback. The unit  
Radio  
Selecting Tuner Mode  
Press SOURCE to enter Tuner mode.  
• Manually setting the by entering every single  
radio station yourself.  
• Perform Auto Preset Programming and the  
unit can store all available radio stations  
automatically in ascending order.  
Selecting Tuner Band  
In Tuner mode, press BAND to select between FM  
or AM Radio band.  
Manually Setting Presets  
1. Press TUNE/PRESET  
2. Press or to adjust the desired  
frequency.  
3. Press PROG once and the most recently  
accessed program location flashes on  
the display.  
to enter TUNE mode.  
Tune Mode and Preset Mode  
The tuner can be in either TUNE or PRESET  
mode.  
• To select between TUNE and PRESET mode,  
press TUNE/PRESET  
.
• In PRESET mode, "P XX" will be displayed  
where "XX" represents the preset number  
(1-32).  
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.  
Tune Mode  
Auto Preset Programming (FM only)  
Press and hold the BAND button for 2 seconds to  
scan stations in the FM band. The stations will  
then be stored as preset channels. A maximum of  
32 stations can be stored. Be careful 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.  
In TUNE mode, you can press  
desired frequencies.  
or  
to select  
• Press  
• Press and hold  
or  
to select frequencies.  
or to scan frequencies.  
Preset Mode  
In PRESET mode, the unit can store up to 32  
radio stations in its memory. You can program the  
presets in two ways:  
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Radio  
Using Presets  
• When in PRESET mode, press  
access the previous or next preset station.  
Tip: Under PRESET mode, press  
can only access the preset stations. Manual  
tuning is not available in this mode.  
or  
or  
to  
EN  
Suppressing Stereo Signal  
Press FM ST on the remote control to select  
between FM mono and stereo mode. STEREO is  
displayed in stereo mode.  
Recording to the USB drive  
An Overview  
Recording CD to USB drive  
You can record CD, Tuner or AUX files to the  
MSC device which connected to the USB Jack.  
• Recording function always records what is  
being played. Press SOURCE to select the  
source you want to record from.  
Recording Standby/Selecting Recording Speed  
1. Connect the USB drive to the unit's USB jack.  
2. In CD stop mode, press RECORD – NORMAL  
on the main unit or RECORD on the  
remote control.  
• In general, recording starts instantly when  
RECORD is pressed. It stops when  
3. The unit is now in Recording Standby Mode  
with REC icon flashing. Turn VOLUME  
TUNE/PRESET  
or RECORD is pressed.  
CONTROL knob or press  
select the track to be recorded.  
4. Press or RECORD to start recording. The  
REC icon displays.  
5. Press TUNE/PRESET  
,
,
or  
to  
• During recording, REC icon lights.  
• There is one exception where recording will  
not start immediately when RECORD is pressed  
— while in CD mode and the CD is NOT  
playing. In this case, the unit goes into  
Recording Standby Mode, which is indicated by  
the flashing recording icon. This is to avoid  
recording “silence” to the USB device.  
• The unit will go from Recording Standby Mode  
to Recording Mode as soon as the CD  
starts playing.  
or RECORD – NORMAL  
on the main unit or RECORD on the remote  
control to stop recording.  
Recording any passage from a CD  
1. Play the CD.  
2. Press RECORD – NORMAL on the main unit or  
RECORD on the remote control when you  
want to start recording.  
3. Press TUNE/PRESET  
or RECORD – NORMAL  
Normal/High Speed  
• High speed recording is only available for CD  
to USB drive recording.  
on the main unit or RECORD on the remote  
control when you want to stop recording. You  
can start whenever you want.  
• When RECORD – NORMAL on the main unit  
or RECORD on the remote control is pressed, it  
records the CD in real time as it plays.  
• When RECORD – HIGH SPEED on the main  
unit is pressed, it records the CD at roughly  
double the normal speed. No sound could be  
heard during this process.  
Record all 5 CDs  
Repeat steps 1 to 4 under "Recording  
Standby/Selecting Recording Speed" on this page.  
Press REPEAT until "ALL DISCS" is displayed. (See  
page 14 for more details on playback control.)  
• Through out the following recording  
opeartions, simply press RECORD – HIGH  
SPEED instead of RECORD – NORMAL on the  
main unit or RECORD on the remote control if  
you want to record at high speed.  
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Record only selected tracks from a CD  
1. Create a CD program by following the  
instructions under “Setting Up a CD Program”  
on page 14.  
2. In CD stop mode, press PROG to enter  
Program mode.  
Deleting All Files  
In Navigation and mp3 stop modes, press and  
hold DELETE on the main unit, or press DEL on  
the remote control to delete all the files on the  
USB drive.  
EN  
3. Press RECORD – NORMAL on the main unit or  
RECORD on the remote control. Playback  
and recording should begin automatically.  
The PROGRAM and REC icons will light on  
the display.  
Tips:  
• If CD playback has already started, recording  
will begin instantly when RECORD –  
NORMAL or RECORD – HIGH SPEED on the  
main unit or RECORD on the remote control  
is pressed. If CD playback is stopped, press  
RECORD – NORMAL or RECORD – HIGH  
SPEED on the main unit or RECORD on the  
remote control and then  
recording. Recording will not start until CD  
starts playback.  
• Recording stops automatically when  
CD stops.  
• To view recording time and remaining time,  
press BAND/INFO on the main unit or INFO  
on the remote during recording.  
4. Recording stops automatically when the  
program is finished.  
Recording Tuner/AUX to USB drive  
1. In Tuner mode, select the station to record  
(refer to page 10 – 11 for details).  
2. Press RECORD – NORMAL on the main unit or  
RECORD on the remote control to start  
recording.  
to start  
3. Press TUNE/PRESET  
or RECORD – NORMAL  
on the main unit or RECORD on the remote  
control to stop recording.  
Program Recording  
Refer to ”Setting the Timer” on page 7.  
Elapsed  
recording  
time  
0:22  
REM 13 H  
Remaining  
Time  
Deleting Files from USB drive  
• The encoding bitrate for tuner, CD and AUX  
signal are:  
CD/Aux: 128 kbps  
1. In USB Navigation mode, select the file for  
deletion using the navigation buttons (Refer to  
“Advanced Navigation Controls” on page 15  
for details.)  
Tuner: 96 kbps  
2. Press DELETE on the main unit or DEL on the  
remote control.  
3. Turn VOLUME CONTROL knob on the main  
unit or press  
or  
on the remote control to  
select Yes to delete or No to cancel.  
4. Press SELECT on the main unit or press  
on  
the remote control to confirm selection.  
If Yes is selected, the display shows memory  
usage information after deleting selected file.  
For a few seconds, the unit will return to the  
Navigation mode.  
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iPod Mode  
In iPod mode, you can navigate and playback  
music on your iPod.  
Shuffle and Repeat Modes  
You control the shuffle and repeat modes by  
EN  
pressing and REPEAT on the remote control.  
Connecting your iPod to the Unit  
• Ensure the iPod dock is connected to the unit  
as described on page 3.  
• Turn off your iPod or put it in Pause Mode.  
• Place the iPod on the iPod dock and press  
SOURCE to select iPod mode.  
Auxiliary Functions of the iPod  
Non-music functions of the iPod, such as photo,  
video, stopwatch, game will be disabled when  
the iPod is docked to the unit.  
• "iPod Connecting" displays on the main unit.  
"iPod not found" will be displayed if no iPod is  
connected to the unit. Playlists, Artists, Albums  
and Genre will be displayed if the connection  
is successful.  
Charging your iPod  
Your iPod is charged whenever it is docked to the  
main unit.  
• Once connected, the iPod will resume playback  
from where it last stopped.  
Disconnecting your iPod  
Stop the iPod playback before disconnecting it  
from the dock.  
Navigate and Playback Audio Files  
on your iPod  
Once docked, the iPod’s own display and  
buttons will be disabled. Navigate and  
playback your iPod using the unit’s buttons  
and remote control.  
Notes:  
• This model includes adapters for most of the  
common iPod models. If you have an iPod  
that requires a different adapter, use the  
adapter shipped with your iPod.  
• Do not connect your iPod to the main unit's  
USB jack. It is recommended to connect your  
iPod to the iPod dock provided.  
The iPod's user interface (UI) is copied to the unit  
allowing you to experience the same control as  
the iPod's own control.  
iPod Control  
Main Unit  
Remote  
VOLUME  
CONTROL knob  
Click Wheel  
VOL  
or  
BACK/MENU  
button  
/MENU  
button  
Menu button  
Center button  
SELECT button  
/
/
/
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Advanced Playback Controls  
In CD and USB mode, advanced playback  
controls allow you to sample, repeat and random  
playback files and set up a Program List. In USB  
mode, it allows you to rename tracks.  
Setting Up a Program List  
1. In the Navigation mode, press DISC SKIP to  
select disc.  
2. Use the navigation buttons to select the track  
to add to Program List.  
EN  
3. Press ADD on the remote control to add  
selected track into the next available  
program location.  
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store more tracks into  
program memory.  
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.  
5. Wait for a few seconds timeout to return to  
Navigation mode.  
Repeat  
Notes:  
Press REPEAT on the remote control to  
toggle repeat options:  
You can create a program of up to 32 tracks.  
• In CD stop mode, press PROG to toggle  
between the program mode and  
normal modes.  
Repeat the current track (REPEAT 1),  
Repeat all tracks in USB mode (REPEAT ALL),  
Repeat current disc (REPEAT 1 DISC) ,  
Repeat all discs (REPEAT ALL DISC), or  
Normal playback (ALL DISCS).  
Playing a Program List  
Press PROG to enter program mode and then  
press  
. Program playback will begin.  
Random Playback  
PROGRAM is displayed.  
Press  
on the remote control to turn on/off  
random playback.  
activated.  
is displayed when it is  
Display Program List  
1. While the CD playback is stopped, press PROG  
to enter PROGRAM mode. To display program  
list, press TUNE/PRESET  
2. Press or repeatedly to view  
All the tracks on one disc will be shuffled and  
played once before shuffling and playing tracks  
from the next disc.  
.
each track assignment in the program list.  
Deleting from Program List  
1. While in PROGRAM mode, press  
select the program to delete.  
or  
to  
Tip: 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).  
2. Press DELETE on the unit or DEL on the  
remote control.  
3. Press  
or  
to select between "No" to  
cancel and "Yes" to confirm.  
4. Press  
to confirm selection.  
Deleting the Entire Program List  
Follow the above steps by pressing and holding  
DELETE on the unit or DEL on the remote  
control instead of pressing and releasing.  
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Advanced Playback Controls  
Renaming Tracks  
You can rename files in the USB drive.  
1. In the USB stop mode, press  
select folder.  
Notes:  
You can only rename the files but not  
the folders.  
You need to enter a folder and select a file  
you want to rename before pressing PROG.  
If you press PROG while you are navigating  
the folders, "NO PROG" will be displayed.  
or  
to  
EN  
2. Press  
current folder.  
3. Press PROG to enter rename mode.  
4. Press or or VOLUME CONTROL to select  
the first letter of the new file name.  
5. Press to confirm the current letter and  
move to the next letter.  
6. Press to modify the previous letter.  
or  
to select the file in the  
7. Press PROG again to confirm and store the new  
file name after entering the last letter of the  
file name (maximum seven letters).  
Advanced Navigation Controls  
File Navigation  
Main Unit  
SELECT  
From stop mode, enters Navigation mode.  
In Navigation mode, plays selected track or  
enters selected folder.  
BACK  
In Navigation mode, exits current folder and  
return to a higher level.  
DELETE  
• Deletes the selected item.  
VOLUME CONTROL  
• Adjusts volume.  
In Navigation mode, selects items on a list.  
/
In Navigation mode, it moves up/down a list.  
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Remote Control  
EN  
From stop mode, enters Navigation mode.  
In Navigation mode, plays selected track or  
enter selected folder.  
In Navigation mode, exits current folder and  
return to a higher level.  
/
In Navigation mode, moves up/down a list.  
In tuner mode, selects the previous or the next  
preset number.  
ADD  
In CD, USB or MP3/WMA mode, adds track/file  
to the Program List.  
DEL  
• When reviewing program, it removes track  
from Program List.  
In USB mode, it removes file from the  
connected USB drive.  
Display  
In the Navigation mode, the display looks like the following with the highlighted item.  
root or  
-ROOT  
selected folder  
Folder A  
name  
root or  
current folder  
name  
-Folder A  
current folder  
selected audio  
files  
File A  
folder  
Folder B  
audio files  
File B  
File C  
Folder C  
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Advanced Navigation Controls  
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, the folders and songs from level 2 are played before moving to play folders and songs  
from level 3.  
EN  
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.  
LEVEL 1  
LEVEL 2  
LEVEL 3  
LEVEL 4  
A
D
8
9
Folder 1.1  
Song 1.1.1  
Song 1.1.2  
Folder 1  
10 Song 1.1.3  
E
F
G
13  
Song 1.2.1.1  
Folder 1.2.1  
Folder 1.2  
Folder 2.1  
14 Song 1.2.1.2  
Song 1.2.1.3  
15  
B
11  
Song 2.1.1  
Song 2.1.2  
Folder 2  
12  
3
4
5
Song 2.2  
Song 2.3  
Song 2.4  
C
6
7
Song 3.1  
Song 3.2  
Folder 3  
1
2
Song 4  
Song 5  
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Troubleshooting Tips  
Unit will not turn on  
CD sound skips  
• Check the power cord for a secure connection.  
• Unplug the unit for a moment, and then plug  
into power source again.  
• Clean the disc.  
• Check the disc for warping, scratches, or  
other damage.  
EN  
• Check the outlet by plugging in  
another device.  
• Check if something is causing the unit to  
vibrate. If so, move the unit.  
• Make sure the speakers are at least 3 feet  
away or on a different surface from the  
main unit.  
No sound  
• Increase the volume setting.  
• Check the connection to speakers.  
• Check that you have selected the appropriate  
function: CD, Tuner.  
• Make sure the mute is off.  
• Make sure the headphones are not plugged in.  
CD button will not respond, or does not  
change discs when you press DISC SKIP  
• Switch to another function (Tuner) and then  
back to CD.  
Poor radio reception  
• Check the antenna connection.  
• Move antenna.  
• Turn off nearby electrical appliances, such as  
hair dryer, vacuum cleaner, microwave and  
fluorescent lights.  
Remote control does not work  
• Check that the batteries are properly installed.  
• Replace any weak batteries.  
• Check the unit is plugged into power source.  
• Point the remote directly at the unit’s  
front panel.  
• Move closer to the unit.  
• Remove any obstacles between the remote  
and the unit.  
CD does not play  
• Check that the CD is in the tray.  
• Check that the CD label is facing up.  
• Check that PAUSE mode is not on.  
• Check that the CD function is selected.  
• Use the CD lens cleaner.  
• Clean the disc.  
• Try another CD.  
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Maintenance  
Disconnect the unit from the power  
source before performing any maintenance.  
CD Lens Care  
When your CD lens gets dirty it can cause the unit  
to output poor sound quality. To clean the lens  
you will need to purchase a CD lens cleaner to  
maintain the output sound quality of your unit.  
For instructions on cleaning the CD lens, refer to  
the ones accompanying the lens cleaner.  
EN  
Cleaning  
Clean the exterior of the unit using a soft  
dust cloth.  
CD Player  
CAUTION! This unit operates with a laser. It must  
be opened by only a qualified technician.  
Technical Specification  
Power supply: 120V~60Hz  
Dimensions ( H x W x D mm):  
Unit size: 270 x 204 x 307  
Speaker: 270 x 198 x 236  
CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB): 60Hz to 5kHz  
Rating Plate: Look for it at the back of the set.  
Handling CDs  
• Do not touch the signal surfaces. Hold the CD  
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.  
• Do not use damaged (cracked or warped) CDs  
Maximum size of Mass Storage Class device  
supported: 20 GB  
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 the dirt away  
gently with a soft damp cloth and then remove  
any water droplets 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 the disc surface.  
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Limited Warranty (U.S.)  
What your warranty covers:  
• Defects in materials or workmanship.  
EN  
For how long after your purchase:  
• One year from date of purchase.  
• 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:  
• Provide you with a new, or at our option, a refurbished unit. The exchange unit is under warranty  
for the remainder of the original product’s warranty period.  
• 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.  
How to make a warranty claim:  
• Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were originally provided with the product.  
We recommend using the original carton and packing materials.  
• Include evidence of purchase date such as the bill of sale. Also print your name and address and a  
description of the defect. Send via standard UPS or its equivalent to:  
Thomson Inc.  
Product Exchange Center  
11721 B Alameda Avenue  
Socorro, Texas 79927  
• Insure your shipment for loss or damage. Thomson accepts no liability in case of damage or loss en  
route to Thomson.  
• Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not covered by the warranty.  
• A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you freight prepaid.  
What your warranty does not cover:  
• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual provides information regarding operating Instructions  
and user controls. For additional information, ask your dealer.)  
• Installation and set-up service adjustments.  
• Batteries.  
• Damage from misuse or neglect.  
• Products which have been modified or incorporated into other products.  
• Products purchased or serviced outside the USA.  
• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.  
Product Registration:  
• Please complete and mail the Product registration Card packed with your unit. It will make it easier  
to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for  
warranty coverage.  
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Limited Warranty (U.S.)  
Limitation of Warranty:  
• The warranty stated above is the only warranty applicable to this product. All other  
warranties, express or implied (including all implied warranties of merchantability or  
EN  
fitness for a particular purpose) are hereby disclaimed. No verbal or written information  
given by 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 this 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 product outside the USA:  
• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.  
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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  
EXPORTER  
Thomson Inc.  
P.O. Box 1976  
Indianapolis, IN 46206-1976  
© 2007 Thomson Inc.  
Trademark(s) ® Registered  
Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)  
Marque(s) ® Deposée(s)  
Printed In China / Impreso en China  
5642192A (EN/E)  
 

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