RCA Stereo System RD2056A User Guide

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u s e r  
m a n u a l  
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  
© 2006 Thomson Inc.  
Trademark(s) ® Registered  
Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)  
Marque(s) ® Deposée(s)  
RS2056  
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.  
Printed In China / Impreso en China  
5626 0910 (EN/E)  
 
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Important Information  
Important Information  
Minimum distances around the apparatus for  
sufficient ventilation .  
Safety Precautions  
Important Battery Information  
Please Respect the Environment!  
Never open the cabinet under any  
circumstances. Any repairs or internal  
adjustments should be made only by a trained  
technician.  
Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you  
do not use your remote control for more than  
one month.  
Before throwing any batteries away, consult your  
distributor who may be able to take them back  
for specific recycling.  
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  
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.  
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.  
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.  
environmental aspects of battery disposal .  
Any battery may leak electrolyte under the  
following circumstances:  
Precautions for the mp3 Player  
Keep your unit away from humid areas and  
abnormally hot places.  
- 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.  
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.  
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.  
Headset Safety  
Do not play your headset at high volume.  
Hearing experts warn against extended high-  
volume play.  
Discs rotate at high speed inside the player.  
Do not use damaged, warped, or cracked  
discs.  
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.  
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.  
Note:  
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.  
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.  
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.  
 
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Table of Contents  
Table of Contents  
Advanced Playback Controls . . . . .18  
Sampling Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Random Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Setting Up a Program List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Renaming Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . .25  
FCC Information  
USB Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
EN  
EN  
Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
mp3 Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Connecting mp3 Player to the Main Unit . . .14  
Selecting USB Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
USB Playback Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Memory Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Important Information  
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Handling CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
CD Lens Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Technical Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1  
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
Content of Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
Connections of Antennas and Speakers . . . . . 3  
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4  
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Selecting Tuner Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Tuning to a Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Using Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Auto Preset Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Manually Setting Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Suppressing Stereo Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Advanced Navigation Controls . . .20  
File Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Tips on Playback Sequence of Disc . . . . . . . . .21  
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
mp3 Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
Inserting Battery into the Player . . . . . . . . . .22  
General Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
Display Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Turn On the mp3 Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
mp3 Playback Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Key Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
DSP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Play modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Check for updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
General Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5  
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
Recording to mp3 player . . . . . . .16  
Recording CD to mp3 player . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Instant Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Recording Tuner/AUX to mp3 player . . . . . . .17  
Program Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
Deleting Files from mp3 player . . . . . . . . . . .17  
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Showing Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
Setting the Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Program Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Sound Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Bass Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
Muting Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
Using Preset Equalizer Curves . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
CD and mp3 Disc Playback . . . . . . 11  
Loading Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Play and Pause Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Stop Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Selecting a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Searching Through a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Program Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
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Getting Started  
Getting Started  
Using the FM and AM Antennas  
Content of Box  
Connections of Antennas and  
Speakers  
Installation  
EN  
EN  
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.  
• one main unit (with 2 main speakers);  
• one remote control;  
• one AM loop antennas;  
• one mp3 Player;  
To ensure sufficient ventilation, keep the spacings  
shown below free from other surfaces:  
• one pair of earphones  
• one user manual;  
• one safety leaflet;  
4”  
• Owner registration Card.  
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3
4”  
Front View 4”  
!
Warning:  
Connecting the Speakers  
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4
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.  
Each speaker has a black (negative) and a red  
(positive) jack. When connecting the speakers,  
match the red wires to the red jacks and the  
black wires to the black jacks.  
4”  
2“  
1. AM Loop antenna Jacks.  
2. AUX IN.  
3. FM Pigtail Antenna.  
4. Main Speaker Jacks.  
Speaker Wire Connection  
Side View  
Note:  
Make sure the tracks are encoded in mp3 or  
Windows Media formats and supported  
bitrates. Bitrates supported by the player:  
Push Speaker terminal tab  
down to insert wire.  
Release tab to lock wire in  
the terminal.  
NOTE: Make sure the insulation  
is completely removed from the  
speaker wires at all connection points.  
ends of the  
mp3 – 32 to 320kbps  
wma – 48 to 160kbps  
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General Controls  
General Controls  
- stops CD and USB operations.  
Main Unit - Front View  
Main Unit - Top View  
Remote Control  
EN  
EN  
In Recording mode - stops recording;  
In Tuner mode - selects tuner or preset mode.  
(OPEN/CLOSE)- Opens or closes the disc tray.  
(SKIP BACKWARD) - In CD mode - goes to  
the previous CD track and setting options;  
searches backward through CD;  
In USB mode - skips to the previous file; searches  
backward through a file;  
In Recording mode - selects ripping speed;  
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 USB mode - skips to the next file; searches  
forward through a file;  
PHONES  
DEMO  
In Recording mode - selects ripping speed;  
In Tuner mode - tunes up radio frequency.  
BAND/INFO - In CD mode - selects display options  
to show track elapse time, track remain time or  
disc remain time. During recording, selects display  
options to show record time and remaining time.  
In mp3 / WMA mode - shows ID3 tag.  
In USB mode - shows memory usage.  
In Tuner mode - selects radio band.  
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.  
SELECT - In mp3 / WMA / USB stop mode - enters  
navigation mode.  
PHONES - jack for connecting headphones  
DEMO - activates and deactivates demonstration.  
Note:  
Refer to “mp3 Player” section on page 22-  
24 for mp3 player operation details.  
ON/STANDBY - turns power on or off (STANDBY  
mode).  
In navigation mode - navigates forward.  
BACK - In navigation mode - navigates  
backwards.  
ON/STANDBY - turns power on or off (STANDBY  
mode).  
SOURCE - selects among CD player, tuner, USB  
and AUX.  
BAND - In Tuner mode - selects radio band.  
FM ST - Selects between stereo and mono sound  
in FM tuner mode.  
INFO - In CD mode - selects display options to  
show track elapse time, track remain time or disc  
remain time.  
RECORD - starts and stops recording to the mp3  
player.  
DELETE - removes track from the Program List.  
In USB mode - deletes file from the connected  
mp3 player.  
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.  
SOURCE - selects among CD player, USB, tuner  
and AUX.  
DISC 1 / DISC 2 / DISC 3 / DISC 4 / DISC 5 -  
direct access to the corresponding disc tray for  
playback.  
(PLAY/PAUSE)- starts and pauses playback  
for CD and USB.  
In mp3 / WMA mode - shows ID3 tag.  
In USB mode - shows memory usage.  
OPEN/CLOSE - opens and closes disc  
compartment.  
B. BOOST - turns on or off Bass Boost.  
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General Controls  
Display  
EQ - selects equalizer presets.  
SLEEP - selects the time interval in minutes  
before the unit turns off.  
(UP) - In navigation mode - navigates  
upwards and move up a list.  
In Recording mode - selects ripping speed;  
In tuner mode - selects the next preset number.  
(DOWN) - In navigation mode - navigates  
downwards and move down a list.  
In Recording mode - selects ripping speed;  
In tuner mode - selects the previous preset  
number.  
REPEAT 1 / REPEAT 1 DISC / REPEAT ALL DISC /  
ALL DISC - In CD mode, indicates the repeat  
option that is activated.  
REPEAT 1 - repeats current track.  
REPEAT 1 DISC - repeats current disc.  
REPEAT ALL DISC - repeats all discs.  
ALL DISC - plays all discs once.  
MP3 / WMA - current CD format.  
- currently in playback mode.  
II - currently in pause mode.  
STEREO - In FM tuner mode, indicates stereo  
sound is selected.  
RECORD - recording is activated.  
BASS BOOST - bass boost is activated.  
PROGRAM - in program mode.  
- timer is activated.  
EN  
EN  
(MUTE) - mutes audio output.  
VOL  
or  
- decreases or increases volume  
level.  
(PLAY/PAUSE) - In CD / USB mode - starts  
and pauses playback.  
(SKIP BACKWARD) - In clock and timer  
setting mode - goes to the previous setting  
option.  
In CD / USB mode - goes to the previous track/file;  
searches backward through CD/file;  
In Recording mode - selects ripping speed;  
In Preset Programming mode - selects channel  
number;  
In Tuner mode - tunes down radio frequency.  
(SKIP FORWARD) - In clock and timer  
setting mode - goes to the next setting option.  
In CD / USB mode - goes to the next track/file;  
searches forward through CD/file;  
In Recording mode - selects ripping speed;  
In Preset Programming mode - selects channel  
number;  
In Tuner mode - tunes up radio frequency.  
RECORD - starts and stops recording to the mp3  
player.  
- In CD / USB mode - stops playback.  
In Recording mode - stops recording.  
n Tuner mode - selects tuner or preset mode.  
DISC SKIP - skips to the next disc in CD mode.  
PROG - In CD / USB and Tuner mode - enters  
program mode.  
INTRO - In CD / USB mode - 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.  
ADD - In CD / USB mode - adds track / file to the  
Program List.  
- In CD / USB mode - turns on/off random  
playback.  
TIMER - enters timer setting mode. Activates and  
deactivates timer.  
(LEFT/BACK) - In navigation mode - navigates  
backwards.  
(RIGHT /ENTER) - In navigation mode -  
navigates forward.  
Installing Batteries  
SLEEP - sleep is activated.  
CD / TUNER / USB / AUX - indicates the current  
mode.  
- Random playback is activated in CD mode.  
ROCK / POP / JAZZ / CLASSIC / CUSTOM -  
current equalizer setting.  
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.  
- the corresponding disc icon lights to  
show which disc compartment is  
1
2
3
4
loaded. The current playing disc will  
5
flash.  
- the item is a music file.  
- the item is a folder.  
1. Open the battery compartment door by  
pressing down on the tab and then lifting the  
door out.  
2. Insert “AAA”(UM4) batteries in the  
compartment.  
INTRO - In CD mode, intro is activated so the first  
10 seconds of each track will be played.  
3. Replace the battery compartment door in  
place.  
Settings  
Showing Demonstration  
Press DEMO to turn on/off demonstration mode.  
The demonstration scrolls through all display  
operations.  
Note:  
When system is ON, you can press CLOCK to  
display the current time for about 2 seconds.  
Setting the Clock  
1. Press and hold CLOCK on the remote control  
until the hour flashes on the display.  
DEL - removes track from the Program List.  
In USB mode - removes file from the connected  
mp3 player.  
REPEAT - In CD mode - repeats a track, CD or all  
CDs.  
2. Press  
press CLOCK to shift to minute digits.  
3. Press or to set the minute.  
or  
to set the hour and then  
4. Press CLOCK to save settings and to quit  
setting.  
In USB mode - Selects repeat one file, repeat all  
files mode.  
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Settings  
Settings  
6. Press TIMER to set volume. Adjust VOLUME  
View Remaining Sleep Time  
When sleep is activated, press SLEEP once to  
view remaining sleep time.  
Setting the Timer  
Sleep Timer  
EN  
EN  
CONTROL to select desired volume level.  
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.  
You can turn on/off the unit or record TUNER at  
preset times by setting the timer.  
Timer  
Volume  
10  
Adjust Sleep Time  
Press SLEEP again when the remaining sleep time  
is displayed to change sleep time.  
1. Press and hold TIMER on the remote control  
until Timer On and the clock hour flashes on  
the display.  
The SLEEP icon lights on the display when sleep  
timer is activated.  
7. Press TIMER to save settings.  
Timer  
Press  
TUNE MODE to quit setting.  
Note:  
On 00:00A  
The timer is automatically activated once  
timer setting is saved  
Sleep is automatically de-activated  
when the unit is turned off.  
2. For setting time, press  
or  
to set the  
Tips:  
hour and then press TIMER to shift to minute  
“TUNER REC” settings are for Program  
Recording. For more information, see  
paragraph below.  
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.  
Activating the Timer  
Sound Features  
Press and release TIMER to turn on/off the alarm.  
Timer  
The timer icon  
activated.  
is displayed when timer is  
On 00:00A  
Off 00:00P  
Volume Control  
Using Preset Equalizer Curves  
Rotate the volume control on the main unit or  
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.  
Program Recording  
Use Program Recording to preset the unit to  
press VOL  
or  
on the remote control to  
5. Press TIMER to select source. Press  
or  
adjust volume level. The volume level shows  
briefly on the display.  
to select TUNER / TUNER REC / DISC / USB.  
record your favorite radio program.  
Choose TUNER REC as the source to record radio  
at the preset time. Make sure the mp3 player is  
connected and have enough memory space.  
Timer  
Source  
Tuner  
Bass Boost  
Creating a Custom Curve  
1. Press EQ to select CUSTOM mode.  
2. While CUSTOM is displayed, press  
Press B.BOOST to turn on/off boosting the bass  
frequency. The BASS BOOST icon lights on the  
display when it is activated.  
or  
to cycle among displayed bass and treble  
range levels.  
If TUNER REC is selected, press  
select the preset station.  
or  
to  
3. While BAS and TRE is displayed, adjust volume  
control to set the associated gain between  
-10 - +10.  
Muting Audio  
Press  
on the remote to cut the sound  
(Remote Only). MUTE flashes on the display.  
4. Press EQ to exit.  
Custom  
Bas +02  
TRE 00  
10  
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CD and mp3 Disc Playback  
CD and mp3 Disc Playback  
Play and load simultaneously by:  
Important CD and mp3/WMA  
Information  
Loading Discs  
EN  
EN  
1. Press OPEN/CLOSE  
to open the disc tray  
Notes on mp3/WMA Disc:  
1. Press SOURCE repeatedly to select CD mode.  
while a CD is playing.  
2. Load/change discs for available trays.  
2. Press OPEN/CLOSE  
compartment.  
3. Insert up to 5 discs with label face up.  
to open the disc  
Use .mp3 as the extension when converting  
audio files into mp3 for saving onto  
CD-R(W) or CD-ROM, e.g. Abc08.mp3.  
Do not use any other extension e.g. .doc,  
.pdf.  
• Do not use the .mp3 extension for other  
text or non-audio data files as this may  
result in serious malfunction and harmful  
noise interference.  
• For better quality in mp3/WMA disc  
playback, the CD quality should be  
recorded 128kbps or above.  
Disc data size > 650MB is not  
recommended.  
Total files and folders in the disc should  
not exceed 250, it also depends on the  
length of the file/folder names.  
For mixed mode discs, only one mode will  
be selected for playback depending on the  
recording format.  
To ensure good performance, wait until  
the disc changer completely reads the disc  
before proceeding.  
mp3 files in CD ROM EXTRA format disc  
cannot be recognized.  
This unit is compatible with  
CD-R / RW  
3. Press OPEN/CLOSE  
again to close the tray.  
CD-RW/ CD-R discs for  
playback.  
4. Press OPEN/CLOSE  
again to close the disc  
compartment.  
Stop Playback  
During playback, press  
to stop playback.  
The occupied disc tray icons lights on the display  
and the current disc icon flashes on the display.  
If the disc is a mp3 / WMA CD, the respective MP3  
and WMA icon lights on the display.  
The unit returns to navigation mode briefly  
(approx. 10 seconds) before entering stop mode.  
Notes on CD-R/RW Disc:  
Do not affix any type of labels to either  
side (recordable or labeled side) of a  
CD-R/RW disc as this may result in the  
unit malfunctioning.  
Navigation mode:  
Audio CD  
mp3 / WMA CD  
Note:  
01 3:31  
02 3:50  
03 4:08  
Be sure to remove all discs from the  
disc compartment before moving or  
transporting the unit!  
ROOT  
• To avoid damages to the CD-R/RW disc, do  
not open the disc compartment door while  
the disc is being read.  
• Do not load an unrecorded CD-R/RW disc  
into the unit. This may take a longer time  
to read the disc.  
• Playback capability for CD-RW discs  
may vary due to variations in the  
quality of the CD-RW disc and the  
recorder used to create the disc.  
Folder 1  
Folder 2  
Stop mode:  
Play and Pause Discs  
Audio CD  
mp3 / WMA CD  
To play all discs in the disc compartment,  
- press  
in stop mode to begin playback.  
Audio CD  
10 Tracks  
74:30  
MP3/WMA  
300Tracks  
To play a specific disc in the disc  
compartment, - press DISC 1 - DISC 5 to  
play the corresponding disc. During mp3 /  
WMA playback, the display show ID3 tags  
(Title, Artist and Album).  
Attention:  
Audio CD  
mp3 / WMA CD  
Do not push to force closing of the  
tray during CD playback or tray  
opening.  
0:00  
01 0:50  
File Nm  
ID3 tag  
• Press  
during playback to pause disc. Press  
again to resume.  
To play a specific track in the disc  
Press  
press  
or  
to select a track and then  
to start playback.  
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CD and mp3 Disc Playback  
USB Playback  
Searching Through a CD  
Selecting USB Mode  
EN  
EN  
Press  
or  
to skip to the previous or  
Press SOURCE repeatedly to select USB mode.  
Tips:  
Tips:  
next track.  
• Press and hold  
CD while it is playing.  
or to search through a  
In CD stop mode, press  
to enter navigation  
In stop mode, press  
to enter navigation  
mode and show disc menu.  
USB Playback Features  
Start and Pause Playback  
mode and show disc menu.  
Program Playback  
In CD navigation mode, press  
stop mode.  
to return to  
In navigation mode, press  
mode.  
to return to stop  
Refer to page 18 for details.  
Press  
to start and pause playback.  
For advanced navigation controls, see p.20-21.  
For advanced navigation controls, see p.20-21.  
Stop Playback  
Press  
to stop playback operations.  
The unit enters navigation mode for 10 seconds  
before entering stop mode.  
Selecting a Disc  
Press DISC 1, DISC 2, DISC 3, DISC 4 or DISC 5  
on the main unit or DISC SKIP on the remote  
control to skip discs.  
Stop Mode  
Navigation Mode  
MP3/WMA  
10 Tracks  
- ROOT  
RECORD  
Song 1  
USB Playback  
Skipping Files  
Press  
or  
to skip to the previous or  
next file.  
Press and hold  
file while it is playing.  
Connecting mp3 Player to the  
or  
to search through a  
Main Unit  
1. Slide the USB cover down to show the USB  
connector on the back of the player.  
2. Turn the USB port out.  
3. Insert the USB port on the back of the mp3  
player into the USB connector on the top of  
the unit.  
Memory Usage  
Press BAND/INFO on the main unit or INFO on the  
remote to view memory usage on the USB device.  
Mem Usage  
141M Used  
115M Free  
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Radio  
Recording to mp3 Player  
You can record CD, Tuner or AUX files to the mp3  
Example (Record one CD):  
player.  
Selecting Tuner Band  
1. Press SOURCE to enter Tuner mode.  
2. Press BAND to select between FM or AM  
Radio band.  
Auto Preset Programming  
EN  
EN  
(FM only)  
In CD stop mode or CD pause mode, press  
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.  
RECORD. Select Normal/High speed using  
,
Recording CD to mp3 Player  
or  
, then press SELECT and DISC 1 to  
Normal/High Speed Recording  
1. Connect the mp3 player to the USB port, “USB  
Connected” will show on the display.  
2. In CD stop mode or navigation mode, press  
RECORD.  
DISC 5 to start recording the corresponding disc.  
Tips:  
Example (Record all 5 CDs):  
In CD stop mode or CD pause mode, press  
3. Press  
,
,
or  
to select Normal or  
Your audio system has 32 preset stations.  
RECORD. Select Normal/High speed using  
,
High Speed.  
or , then press SELECT and to start  
recording (Make sure “All Disc” mode is selected).  
Rec. Speed  
Normal  
Tuning to a Station  
Auto Prog  
87.50MHz  
Example (Record only selected tracks  
from a CD):  
Press  
hold  
or  
or  
to select frequencies. Press and  
to scan frequecies.  
> High  
1. Create a CD program by following instructions  
under “Setting Up a Program List” on page  
18.  
Note:  
Using Presets  
Manually Setting Presets  
High speed recording mode can save  
time when recording from CDs. It is  
normal that the pitch is increased during high  
speed recording.  
2. In CD stop mode or CD pause mode, press  
The tuner can be in either TUNE or PRESET mode.  
1. Press  
2. Press  
to enter TUNE mode.  
RECORD. Select Normal/High speed using  
or , then press SELECT.  
3. Press PROG and then to enter program  
,
Press  
Press  
to toggle TUNE and PRESET mode.  
or  
or  
to access the desired  
,
to access the previous or next  
frequency.  
preset station.  
3. Press the PROG button once and the most  
recently accessed program location flashes on  
the display.  
playback mode. Playback and recording  
begins automatically. The PROGRAM and  
RECORD icons light on the display.  
4. Press SELECT to confirm selection. The unit  
will enter recording standby mode. This is  
indicated by the RECORD icon flashes on the  
display.  
4. Press  
to stop recording.  
Preset 01  
87.50MHz  
Preset 02  
5. Press  
to start playback and recording will  
90.50MHz  
begin. This is indicated by the RECORD icon  
on the display.  
6. Press  
to stop recording.  
Tips:  
4. If a different program location is preferred,  
press  
or  
to move to the desired  
Tips: Under PRESET mode, press  
or can only access the preset  
stations. Manually tuning is not accessible in  
this mode.  
If CD playback is already started, recording  
preset number (1-32).  
will begin instanly when RECORD is pressed.  
5. Press PROG to store the selected frequency at  
that preset.  
Tips:  
If CD playback is stopped, select Normal/  
To view elapsed recording time and  
remaining time, press BAND/INFO on  
the main unit or INFO on the remote in  
normal speed recording mode.  
High Speed using  
,
,
or  
, then  
Suppressing Stereo Signal  
Press FM ST to toggle between FM mono and  
stereo mode. (Remote Only) “STEREO” is  
displayed in stereo mode.  
press SELECTand  
to start recording.  
Recording will not start until CD starts  
playback.  
Elapsed  
recording  
time  
0:22  
Remaining  
146:14  
Time  
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Recording to mp3 Player  
Advanced Playback Controls  
In CD / USB mode, advanced playback controls  
Recording Tuner/AUX to mp3  
Deleting Files from mp3 Player  
1. In navigation mode, select the file to delete  
using the navigation buttons (Refer to  
“Advanced Navigation Controls” on page 20  
for details.)  
Setting Up a Program List  
1. In navigation mode, press DISC SKIP to select  
disc.  
2. Use the navigation buttons to select the track  
/ file to add to Program List.  
2. Press ADD to save the selected track into the  
next available program location.  
3. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store more tracks into  
program memory.  
EN  
EN  
allow you to sample, repeat, randomly playback  
files and set up a Program List. In USB mode,  
allow you to rename tracks.  
Player  
1. In Tuner or AUX mode, press RECORD to start  
recording.  
In Tuner mode  
Recording  
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.  
FM  
FM  
Song 1  
Song 2  
Song 3  
90.50MHz  
90.50MHz  
RECORD  
- Folder 2  
Folder 2.1  
Folder 2.2  
2. Press DELETE on the main unit or DEL on the  
Repeat  
remote control.  
Press REPEAT on the remote control to toggle  
repeat options:  
Note:  
The encoding bitrate for tuner, CD  
Repeat the current track (REPEAT 1),  
Repeat current disc (REPEAT 1 DISC) ,  
Repeat all discs (REPEAT ALL DISC), or  
Normal playback (ALL DISC).  
Delete 1  
No  
and AUX signal are as below:  
CD / Aux : 128 kbps  
Tuner : 96 kbps  
Note:  
> Yes  
You can create a program of up to 32 tracks.  
Example:  
1. In Tuner mode, select the station to record  
(refer to page 15 for details).  
2. Press RECORD to start recording.  
3. Press to stop recording.  
Random Playback  
3. Rotate the Volume button on the main unit or  
Press  
on the remote control to turn on/off  
press  
or  
on the remote control to select  
random playback. The SHUFFLE 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.  
Yes to delete or No to cancel.  
4. Press SELECT on the main unit or  
remote control to confirm selection.  
Tips:  
on the  
In CD stop mode, press PROG to toggle  
between program mode and normal  
mode.  
If Yes is selected, the display shows memory  
usage information after deleting selected file  
for a few seconds, then returns to navigation  
menu.  
Program Recording  
Use Program Recording to preset the unit to  
record your favorite radio program. Refers to  
”Program Recording” on page 9.  
Note:  
Tips:  
Each source mode has an individual My  
Selection playlist.  
Mem Usage  
141M Used  
115M Free  
Song 1  
Song 3  
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).  
Tips:  
Recording stops automatically when  
CD stops (For example: end of disc is  
reached).  
Deleting All Files  
In navigation mode, press and hold DELETE on  
the main unit or DEL on the remote control to  
delete all the files on the mp3 player.  
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Advanced Playback Controls  
Advanced Navigation Controls  
Remote Control  
Playing a Program List  
While in PROGRAM stop mode , press  
If you are not currently in program mode, press  
Renaming Tracks  
You can rename tracks in USB device or mp3  
player.  
File Navigation  
EN  
EN  
Main Unit  
.
PROG to enter program mode.  
1. In USB navigation mode, press PROG on the  
remote control to enter rename mode.  
Display Program List  
1. While the CD player is stopped, press PROG to  
2. Press  
or  
to select alphabets.  
3. Press SELECT to confirm the current alphabet  
and move to the next alphabet.  
4. Press PROG to confirm and store the new file  
name after editing the last alphabet.  
enter PROGRAM mode.  
To display program list, press  
.
5. Press BACK to edit the previous alphabet.  
6. Press DELETE to delete the alphabet.  
PROG 30  
SELECT - enters navigation mode from mp3 /  
WMA / USB stop mode.  
Enters selected folder in navigation mode.  
Begins playback of the selected file in navigation  
mode.  
2. Press  
/
repeatedly to view each track  
assignment in the program list.  
BACK - goes back up one level in navigation  
mode; returns to stop mode from navigation  
mode when at root level.  
DELETE - In mp3 / WMA / USB navigation mode -  
removes the selected file from the Program List.  
In USB mode - deletes selected file.  
Volume Control - rotate clockwise to navigate  
downwards.  
Deleting from Program List  
(LEFT / BACK)- navigates backwards.  
Returns to the previous navigation menu level.  
Returns to stop mode from navigation mode.  
(RIGHT / ENTER) - navigates forward.  
Enters navigation mode from mp3 / WMA / USB  
stop mode.  
1. While in PROGRAM mode, press or  
select the program to delete.  
2. Press DEL.  
to  
3. Press  
4. Press  
or  
to select between No and Yes.  
to confirm selection.  
Enters current folder and shows the first  
file/folder from current folder.  
Rotate counter-clockwise to navigate upwards.  
(UP) - navigates upwards.  
Enters navigation mode from mp3 / WMA / USB  
stop mode.  
Selects previous file/folder on the navigation  
menu.  
In Recording mode - selects the ripping speed.  
(DOWN) - navigates downwards.  
Enters navigation mode from mp3 / WMA / USB  
stop mode.  
Deleting the Entire Program List  
1. While in PROGRAM mode, press or  
select the program to delete.  
2. Press and hold DEL.  
to  
Selects next file/folder from the navigation menu.  
In Recording mode - Selects the ripping speed.  
ADD - In mp3 / WMA / USB navigation mode -  
adds the selected file into the Program List.  
DEL - In mp3 / WMA / USB navigation mode -  
removes the selected file from the Program List  
when reviewing program.  
In USB mode - removes file from the connected  
mp3 player.  
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mp3 Player  
Advanced Navigation Controls  
Inserting battery into the player  
1. To insert battery, push the battery door away  
from the unit and lift the battery door out.  
General Controls  
EN  
EN  
Tips on Playback Sequence of Disc  
• Check that the mp3/WMA disc is created with a single folder structure. Refer to the  
diagram below for playback sequence details on multi-level folder structure.  
• For example, folders and songs from level 2 are played before moving on to play folders  
Top View  
and songs from level 3.  
LEVEL 1  
LEVEL 2  
LEVEL 3  
LEVEL 4  
+
A
D
PLAY/ON  
8
9
Folder 1.1  
Song 1.1.1  
Song 1.1.2  
Folder 1  
NEXT  
LAST  
STOP/OFF  
10 Song 1.1.3  
2. Insert a “AAA”(UM4) battery with polarities  
corresponding to the indications in the  
compartment. (Refer to “Before You Begin”  
for important battery information.)  
3. Replace the door to the battery compartment.  
E
F
G
13  
Song 1.2.1.1  
Folder 1.2.1  
Folder 1.2  
Folder 2.1  
Left  
View  
Front View  
Right  
View  
14 Song 1.2.1.2  
Song 1.2.1.3  
15  
B
11  
Song 2.1.1  
Song 2.1.2  
Folder 2  
Front view  
PLAY / ON  
12  
Note:  
- turns the unit on. Starts and  
pauses music playback.  
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.  
STOP / OFF  
- press and hold to turn off the  
3
4
5
Song 2.2  
Song 2.3  
Song 2.4  
unit. Stops music playback.  
LAST  
- skips to the previous song or the  
beginning of the current song. Press and hold to  
scan backwards.  
C
6
7
Song 3.1  
Song 3.2  
Folder 3  
NEXT  
- skips to the next song. Press and hold  
to scan forward.  
Right View  
VOL + / – - increases and decreases the volume  
level.  
1
2
Song 4  
Song 5  
MODE - selects among playback options. (repeat  
all, random playback, repeat random playback,  
program and repeat program)  
Left View  
DSP - selects among DSP modes (Flat, Bass, Pop,  
Rock, Jazz)  
OFF / LOCK - slide the lock switch to the LOCK  
position to avoid accidental key activation.  
Slide it to the OFF position to release key lock.  
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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mp3 Player  
mp3 Player  
Top View  
Headphones Jack - Insert headphones here.  
Turn On the mp3 player  
Skipping Tracks  
EN  
EN  
Note:  
Press  
to turn the unit on. Playback starts  
To skip to the next track, press and release the  
NEXT button.  
To go to the previous track, press and release  
the LAST button.  
When the unit is in off mode and the  
key lock switch is at the LOCK position,  
pressing the PLAY / ON key will cause the  
display to show the key lock icon for three  
seconds.  
automatically from the first track.  
Back View  
USB port - Use the USB port to connect to the  
Audio System.  
mp3 Playback Features  
Play / Pause  
Note:  
Battery Compartment - Insert battery here.  
When the unit is off, press PLAY / ON  
to turn the unit on.  
If the elapsed time of the playing  
track is less than 0:04, pressing Skip  
backward once will return to previous track.  
DSP  
Playback starts automatically from the first  
track.  
Press the DSP button repeatedly to select among  
DSP modes:  
FLAT > BASS > POP > ROCK > JAZZ  
The current selection shows briefly on the display.  
Display Overview  
5
1
2
3
In stop mode, press PLAY / ON  
to start  
4
If the elapsed time of the playing track is  
more than 0:04, pressing Skip backward once  
will return to the beginning of the current  
track.  
playback of selected track. Current track  
number, elapsed playback time and track title  
show on display.  
0 1  
0 0 : 2 8  
F L AT  
6
D S P  
0 1  
0 0 : 2 8  
S o n g N a m e  
Scan Tracks  
Play modes  
During playback, press MODE repeatedly to  
select among the following playback modes:  
Normal playback  
To scan backwards in the track that is playing,  
press and hold the LAST button.  
1. Shows current volume level.  
To pause playback, press PLAY / ON  
during playback.  
To scan forwards in the track that is  
2. The relative play mode indicator lights to  
show current selection.  
- repeat track  
Repeat Track -  
Repeat All -  
Random Playback -  
Press PLAY / ON  
again to resume  
playing, press and hold the NEXT  
button.  
playback.  
- repeat all  
- random playback  
Repeat Random Playback -  
Adjusting the Volume  
Stop Playback  
To turn up the volume, press the VOL +  
- repeat random playback  
button.  
Check for Updates  
During playback, press STOP / OFF to  
stop playback. The total number of tracks is  
display.  
To turn down the volume, press the VOL -  
3. Program mode.  
for the latest news and firmware upgrades for  
our Lyra Digital Audio Player. You must update  
your system after new downloads have been  
made in order for the new applications to be  
executed.  
button.  
Refer to the volume indicator on the display to  
show volume level adjustment.  
4. The lock icon is displayed when the key lock  
function is activated.  
Press STOP / OFF  
in stop mode to turn the  
unit off.  
5. The battery indicator shows the battery level.  
6. This section shows song information.  
Key Lock  
To avoid accidental key activation, slide the  
key lock switch on the back of the unit to the  
LOCK position.  
Note:  
Frequently Asked Questions  
You can get FAQ information at  
The unit automatically turns off after  
about 1 minute if there is no key activation.  
The information in this section presumes you’ve  
successfully transferred files to your Lyra Player,  
and you’re ready to play some music.  
The Lock icon  
can be seen on display.  
Slide to the switch to the OFF position to  
unlock keys.  
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Troubleshooting Tips  
Troubleshooting Tips  
Main Unit  
mp3 Player  
EN  
EN  
Problem Solution  
Problem Solution  
Problem Solution  
Problem Solution  
The player  
does not  
turn on  
when  
PLAY  
button  
pressed.  
Battery may be inserted  
incorrectly.  
Battery may be empty.  
What does  
the  
PlaysFor  
Sure logo  
mean?  
PlaysForSure is a new logo  
program from Microsoft®.  
Consumers can match the  
PlaysForSure logo on a large  
selection of devices and online  
music stores. If you see the logo,  
you’ll know your digital media  
will play for sure.  
For more information on the  
Microsoft PlaysForSure program,  
For more information on RCA  
PlaysForSure devices, visit  
CD sound  
skips  
Clean the disc.  
System will  
not turn  
on  
Check power cord for a secure  
connection.  
Unplug the unit for a moment,  
and then plug into power  
source again.  
Check disc for warping,  
scratches, or other damage.  
Check if something is causing  
the system to vibrate. If so,  
move the system.  
Check the outlet by plugging in  
another device.  
Make sure the speakers are  
at least 3 feet away or on a  
different surface from the  
main unit.  
Skipping  
tracks or  
bad sound  
quality?  
Repeat or random function  
may be activated.  
There may be strong magnetic  
fields (e.g. too close to TV) near  
the unit.  
No sound  
Increase the volume setting.  
Check connection to speakers.  
Check that you have selected  
the appropriate function: CD,  
Tuner.  
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.  
Low Battery level. Replace with  
new one.  
Make sure mute is off.  
Make sure headphones are not  
plugged in.  
USB display  
does not  
appear  
when  
connected  
to  
Check connection between  
your unit and the computer.  
Cannot  
perform  
playback?  
LOCK function may be  
activated.  
There may be no mp3 tracks in  
the internal memory.  
Poor radio  
reception  
Check antenna connection.  
Move antenna.  
Turn off nearby electrical  
appliances, such as hair dryer,  
vacuum cleaner, microwave,  
fluorescent lights.  
Remote  
control  
does not  
work  
Check that the batteries are  
properly installed.  
Replace weak batteries.  
Check the system is plugged  
into power source.  
Point the remote directly at  
the system’s front panel.  
Move closer to the system.  
Remove any obstacles  
between the remote and the  
system.  
Cannot  
Make sure audio tracks are  
encoded in the mp3 or  
Windows Media formats at  
supported bitrates.  
Bitrates support by the player:  
mp3 – 32 to 320 kbps  
computer.  
playback  
tracks on  
the player.  
The player  
does not  
respond to  
key  
To reset the unit, turn the  
player off by removing the  
battery. Reinsert the battery  
properly and turn the player  
on again to resume normal  
operations.  
CD does  
not play  
Check that CD is in the tray.  
Check that CD label is facing  
up.  
wma – 48 to 160 kbps  
operations?  
Check the website and/or  
Check that PAUSE mode is not  
on.  
Check that CD function is  
selected.  
application help system of the  
music download service provider  
from where the content was  
purchased from for license  
acquisition details.  
For more information on how  
license acquisition works, go to  
Note:  
Use CD lens cleaner.  
Clean the disc.  
Try another CD.  
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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Maintenance  
Limited Warranty (U.S.)  
What your warranty covers:  
• Defects in materials or workmanship.  
Disconnect the audio system from the power  
source before performing any maintenance.  
CD Lens Care  
EN  
EN  
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.  
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.  
Cleaning  
Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust  
cloth.  
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:  
CD Player  
• 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.  
CAUTION! This system operates with a laser. It  
must be opened by only a qualified technician.  
Technical Specification  
Power supply: 120V~60Hz  
• 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.  
Dimensions ( H x W x D inches):  
Unit size - 11 x 7.3 x 12  
Speaker - 11.5 x 7.8 x 8.6  
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 CDs by  
the edges, or by one edge and the hole.  
Do not affix labels or adhesive tapes to the  
label surfaces.  
Do not scratch or damage the label.  
CDs rotate at high speeds inside the player.  
Do not use damaged (cracked or warped) CDs  
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.  
Maximum size of Mass Storage Class device  
supported: 20 GB  
Cleaning CDs  
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.  
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.  
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.  
If a CD becomes dirty, wet a soft cloth in  
water, wring it out well, wipe the dirt away  
gently, and then remove any water drops with  
a dry cloth.  
Do not use record cleaning sprays or antistatic  
agents on CDs. Also, never clean CDs with  
benzene, thinner, or other volatile solvents  
which may cause damage to disc surface  
How State Law relates to warranty:  
• Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied  
warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.  
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state.  
If you purchased your unit outside the United States:  
• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.  
Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Costs of such  
service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.  
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Limited Warranty (Canada)  
What your warranty covers:  
• Defects in materials or workmanship.  
EN  
For how long after your purchase:  
• One year from date of purchase for labor and parts  
• The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.  
What we will do:  
• Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center the labor charges to repair your unit.  
• Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts required to repair your unit.  
How you get service:  
• Take your unit to any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center. To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Audio Service Center, ask your  
dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.  
• Show the Authorized Service Center Representative your evidence of purchase date or first rental.  
• Pick up your unit when repairs are completed.  
• Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period must be  
presented to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required.  
What your warranty does not cover:  
• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your unit. Any additional information should  
be obtained from your dealer.)  
• Installation and related adjustments.  
• Signal reception problems not caused by your unit.  
• Damage from misuse or neglect.  
• Cleaning of audio heads.  
• Batteries.  
• A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes.  
• A unit purchased or serviced outside Canada.  
• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.  
Product Registration:  
• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your product. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be  
necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.  
Limitation of Warranty:  
• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN  
INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON MULTIMEDIA LTD., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY  
INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.  
• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. THOMSON  
MULTIMEDIA LTD. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS  
PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE PROVINCIAL LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF  
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY  
PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.  
How Provincial Laws relates to warranty:  
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights which are in addition to statutory warranties that may vary from Province to Province.  
If you purchased your unit outside Canada:  
• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.  
Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Costs of such  
service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.  
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