RCA RCD118 User manual

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Thomson multimedia Inc.
10330 N. Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN46290
© 2001 Thomson multimedia Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)
Marque(s) ® Déposée(s)
55157540 Rev.1 (EN/F/E)
www.rca.com
IMPORTADOR
COMERICALIZADORA THOMSON DE
MEXICO S.A. DE C.V
SIERRA CANDELA NO. 111, PISO 11
COL. LOMAS DE CHAPULTEPEC
DEL. MIGUEL HIDALGO
MEXICO D.F. C.P. 11000
R.F.C. CTM-980723 KS5
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ST OP NEXTPREV ..SELECT
CD / MP3
PLAY/ PAUSE
FOLDER
DIGITAL PLL RADIO
interactive mp3 display
TUNEF.REW FF.FWD
PRESET
BAND
MODE
CLOCK
SET
I.R.C
CLOSE
D
B
B
S
/
E
Q
FUNCTION/
OPEN
VOLUME
CDR/R CDR/ RWCOMP
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PHONES
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RCD118
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FCC Information
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE
OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROW-
HEAD WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
"DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE" INSIDE
THE PRODUCT.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS IN-
SIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
FCC Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or
modifications not expressly approved by Thomson
multimedia Inc. could void the user’s authority to
operate this product.
This device generates and uses radio frequency (RF)
energy, and if not installed and used properly, this
equipment may cause interference to radio and tele-
vision reception.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or
television reception (which you can determine by
unplugging the unit), try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
• Re-orient the receiving antenna (that is, the anten-
na for the radio or television that is "receiving" the
interference).
• Move the unit away from the equipment that is
receiving interference.
• Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so that
the unit and the equipment receiving interference
are on different branch circuits.
If these measures do not eliminate the interference,
please consult your dealer or an experienced
radio/television technician for additional sugges-
tions. Also, the Federal Communications Commission
has prepared a helpful booklet, "How To Identify
and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems." This
booklet is available from the U.S. Government
Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. Please specify
stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering
copies.
This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR
Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture.
For Your Safety
The AC power plug is polar-
ized (one blade is wider
than the other) and only fits
into AC power outlets one
way. If the plug won’t go
into the outlet completely,
turn the plug over and try to insert it the other way.
If it still won’t fit, contact a qualified electrician to
change the outlet, or use a different one. Do not
attempt to bypass this safety feature.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE
SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
For Your Records
In the event that service should be required, you may
need both the model number and the serial number.
In the space below, record the date and place of pur-
chase, and the serial number:
Model No.
Remote Control No.
Date of Purchase
Place of Purchase
Serial No.
Service Information
This product should be serviced only by those special-
ly trained in appropriate servicing techniques. For
instructions on how to obtain service, refer to the
warranty included in this Guide.
EN
Have a Blast- Just Not in Your Eardrums
Make sure you turn down the volume
on the unit before you put on head-
phones. Increase the volume to the
desired level only after headphone are
in place.
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Contents
EN
1
FCC Information
Before you Begin . . . . . .1
Useful Advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Battery Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
What’s so special about this
audio CD/MP3 disc player? . . . .2
Music Management Software
MusicMatchTM Jukebox . . . . . . .2
Notes on CD-R/RW Disc . . . . . .2
General Controls . . . . . .3
Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Clock and Timer Setting 5
Setting Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Setting Timer-On Time . . . . . . .5
Setting Timer-Off Time . . . . . . .6
Sound Features . . . . . . .7
Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Digital Bass Boost System . . . . .7
Equalizer Control . . . . . . . . . . .7
Custom Equalizer Setting . . . .8
Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Enter Tuner Mode . . . . . . . . . . .9
Tuning to a Station . . . . . . . . . .9
Manual Preset Setting . . . . . . .9
Preset Memory Recall . . . . . . .10
Auto Preset Stations (FM only)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
FM stereo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
MP3 and CD Player . . .11
MP3 Recommendations . . . . .11
Entering CD Mode . . . . . . . . . .11
Inserting Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Playing CD Discs . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Sampling Tracks . . . . . . . . . . .12
Shuffle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Edit Program . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Delete Program . . . . . . . . . .13
MP3 Audio CD . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Main Navigation Keys . . . . . .14
File/Folder mode . . . . . . . . . .15
Playing MP3 Disc . . . . . . . . . .15
Repeat MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Intro MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Troubleshooting Tips . .16
Maintenance . . . . . . . .16
More Information . . . .17
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . .17
Important Battery Information
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Headset Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Handling CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Cleaning CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
CD Lens Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Don’t Infringe . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Technical Specification . . . . . .17
Limited Warranty . . . .18
U.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Before You Begin
Useful Advice
Do not use your system immediately after transport-
ing it from a cold place to a warm place, as condensa-
tion may cause the system to malfunction. If moisture
forms inside this system, it may not operate properly.
To correct the problem, turn off the power and wait
about 30 minutes for moisture to evaporate
This system is fitted with a laser. To avoid accidents, it
is to be opened by qualified technicians only.
Never leave the tray open as dust could cover the
laser lens and/or the tray could be bumped into acci-
dentally
Do not place the system near wet areas such as bath-
rooms and pool side. Avoid storing the system at
humid places or near abnormally heated areas.
Power is continuously supplied to the system. To dis-
connect power completely, unplug the power cord
from the power outlet.
Battery Power
You can insert 8 D-sized alkaline batteries (not
supplied) and you can take your stereo just about
anywhere. Open the battery compartment door on
the back of the unit by pressing down on the two tabs
and pulling out the cover. Insert batteries in the bat-
tery compartment.(See diagram) Note that the AC
line cord must be unplugged from the jack on the
back of the unit to operate on batteries. 2 AA-sized
batteries (not supplied) are needed to keep radio sta-
tion memory.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to remove batteries when stor-
ing the set for more than 30 days. Leaky batteries can
badly damage the system. Always return tape opera-
tion buttons to their off position before storing. This
will relieve pressure on certain parts in the tape
recorder that might deform after long periods of
time. Be sure to dispose of leaky, weak or dead bat-
teries properly according to federal, state, and local
regulations.
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Before You Begin
This unit is compatible with CD-RW/ CD-R discs for playback.
Notes on CD-R/RW Disc:
• CD-R/RW discs that are recorded by personal computers or some CD-R/RW recorders may not be played on
this unit due to the difference in recording platforms.
• 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 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.
CD-R / RW
What’s so special about this audio CD / MP3 disc player?
Besides traditional audio CDs, this player is meant to play MP3 files encoded on a CD-ROM. You can store up to
12 hours of music on a single disc (at 128kbps).
Creating MP3 CDs requires the use of a computer with a CD-R / CD-RW writer and a music management soft-
ware (MusicMatch Jukebox recommended).
To fully enjoy the functionalities of your MP3 CD player, we recommend you to record your MP3 CD using fold-
ers and subfolders.
MusicMatch
Jukebox
STOP NEXTPREV. SELECT
CD / MP3
PLAY/ PAUSE
FOLDER
DIGITAL PLL RADIO
interactivemp3 display
TUNEF.REW F.FWD
PRESET
BAND
MODE
CLOCK
SET
I.R.C
CLOSE
D
B
B
S
/
E
Q
FUNCTION/
OPEN
VOLUME
CDR/RWCOMPATIBLE
PHONES
Compressed music
www.thomson-lyra.com, www.lyrazone.com
www.thomson-music.com, www.musicmatch.com,
www.emusic.com
~ 10 CDs
Compression and transfer
CD-R/ CD-RW
Recorder
~ 12 hours of music
Playback
Music management software - MusicMatchTM Jukebox
Upon unpacking the unit, you should find the music management
software - MusicMatch Jukebox enclosed. Insert the software disc into
your computer and click on “MusicMatch User’s Guide” if you need
assistance on installation of the software and creating MP3 discs for
your enjoyment with this unit.
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General Controls
EN
1. FUNCTION/ - Turns the unit On/Off; selects
between Radio mode and CD mode.
2. OPEN/CLOSE - Opens CD compartment door.
3. VOLUME +/- - Increases or decreases volume.
4. DBBS / E.Q. - Turns on/off digital bass boost
system; selects among different E.Q. options (Flat,
Rock, Pop, Classic, Jazz or Custom)
5. PHONES - Connects headphones.
6. CLOCK SET - Enters clock and timer setting
mode; displays clock time.
7. BAND - Selects between FM and AM radio bands.
8. MODE - Selects among different
Radio modes (Preset Add / Stereo (FM only) / Auto
Preset (FM only));
MP3 modes (Repeat / Intro / Folder) and
CD modes (Repeat / Intro / Shuffle / Program).
9. PRESET / - Increase or decrease in pre-
set location for radio; works as an up and down navi-
gation key in all menus.
10. STOP - Stops CD and MP3 playback
.
11. PREV./TUNE F.REW - Goes back to previ-
ous CD or MP3 tracks; tunes down in radio frequency.
12. PLAY/PAUSE - Plays and pauses CD and
MP3 playback.
13. NEXT/ TUNE F.FWD - Goes to next CD or
MP3 tracks; tunes up in radio frequency.
14. SELECT - Selects among different options within
categories.
ST OP NEXTPREV . SELECT
CD / MP3
PLAY/ PAUSE
FOLDER
DIGITAL PLL RADIO
interactive mp3 display
TUNEF.REW F.FWD
PRESET
BAND
MODE
CLOCK
SET
I.R.C
CLOSE
D
B
B
S
/
E
Q
FUNCTION/
OPEN
VOLUME
CDR/RW COMP ATIBLE
PHONES
Main Unit
12
3
4
5
67
89
10 11 12 13 14
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General Controls
EN
4
T
U
N
E
123
465
79
MODE
CLOCK/
TIMER
0
8
DBBS
VOLUME
MUTE
STBY RADIO BANDCD/MP3
DIRECT KEY-IN
PRESET
CD
RC
REMOTE
CONTROL
E.Q.
O.K.
PRESET
PRESET
Remote Control
STBY - Powers on/off the unit.
CD/MP3 - Selects CD or MP3 mode.
RADIO - Selects Radio mode.
BAND - Selects between FM and AM frequency.
MUTE - Mutes the unit.
DBBS - Turns digital bass boost system on/off
E.Q. - Selects among equalizer options.
PLAY/PAUSE - Starts and pauses CD or MP3 playback.
STOP - Stops CD or MP3 playback.
TUNE / - Tunes down or up in radio frequency; skips back or
skips to next track for CD and MP3.
O.K. - Confirms setting.
PRESET / - Selects preset radio stations; works as navigation
keys to move up or down menus.
VOLUME +/- - Increases or decreases volume.
MODE - Selects among different Radio modes (Preset Add / Stereo (FM
only) / Auto Preset (FM only));
MP3 modes (Repeat / Intro / Folder) and
CD modes (Repeat / Intro / Shuffle / Program)
CLOCK/TIMER - Displays clock time; enters clock and timer setting mode.
DIRECT KEY-IN PRESET - selects disc track or radio preset stations
directly.
Display
CD Mode
Radio Mode
Repeat Mode
Intro Mode
Random
Playback
Timer On
Indicator
MP3 Bit Rate
Mute
FM Stereo
Program
Mode
Digital Bass
Boost System Equalizer Options
FM ST.
PROG.
REP . 1
ALL
FOLDER
INTRO
RADIO
CD
kbps
VOLUME
CLASSIC
CUSTOM
?
ROCK
POP JAZZ
DBBS MUTE
Volume
MP3 Disc Mode
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EN
Clock and Timer Setting
Setting Clock
1. Press and hold CLOCK SET until the clock and
timer settings show on the display
2. Press PRESET or to scroll the menu to
select Set Clock.
3. Press SELECT or NEXT on the main unit or
O.K. on the remote control to enter clock setting
menu. New Time hour will be flashing.
4. Press PRESET or to select hour.
5. Press SELECT or NEXT on the main unit or
O.K. on the remote control to move to minutes set-
ting. The minutes digits will flash.
Press PREV. to move back to change the hour.
6. Press PRESET or to select minutes.
7. Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote control to save settings and exit clock setting
mode.
TIPS:
• Press CLOCK SET while the power is on to
view current clock time.
• Press PREV. orNEXT when setting
clock to readjust hour or minutes.
Setting Timer-On Time
1. Press and hold CLOCK SET until the clock and
timer setting
menu show
on the dis-
play
2. Press
PRESET
or to
scroll the menu to select Set Timer-On.
3. Press
SELECT or NEXT on the main unit or O.K. on
the remote to enter Timer On setting menu.
4. Press PRE-
SET or
to move up
and down
the Timer On
setting menu.
Set Clock
Set Timer-On
Set Timer-Off
Current TIme
12:00 AM
New Time
12:00 AM
Current TIme
12:00 AM
New Time
12:00 AM
**Timer-On**
Time : 12:00AM
Type : One Time
Timer : Disable
Set Clock
Set Timer-On
Set Timer-Off
Set Clock
Set Timer-On
Set Timer-Off
**Timer-On**
Time : 12:00AM
Type : One Time
Timer : Disable
Source : Radio
Volume :Lvl 12
**Timer-On**
Time : 12:00AM
Type : One Time
Timer : Enable
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Clock and Timer Setting
6
5. Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote to enter the setting that you want to change.
The options within each setting are listed below.
Time : 12:00 AM/PM
The hour will flash after entering the time setting.
• Press PRESET or to adjust the hour.
• Press SELECT or NEXT on the main unit or
O.K. on the remote to move to minutes setting.
Press PREV. to move back to adjust hour again.
• Press PRESET or to adjust minutes.
• Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote control to exit and save settings.
Type : One Time / Daily
Timer : Disable / Enable
Source : Radio / CD
• Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote to select options within Type, Timer and
Source categories.
Caution: Ensure the right radio frequency is tuned or
CD is loaded before turning off the power.
Volume : Lvl 0-32
• press PRESET or to adjust timer on
volume from 0 to 32.
Setting Timer-Off Time
1. Press and hold CLOCK SET until the clock and
timer setting menu show on the display
2. Press PRESET or to scroll the menu to
select Set Timer-Off.
3. Press SELECT or NEXT on the main unit or
O.K. on the remote to enter Timer Off setting
menu.
4. Press PRESET or to move up and down
the Timer Off setting menu.
5. Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote to enter the setting that you want to change.
The options within each setting are listed below.
Time : 12:00 AM/PM
The hour will flash after entering the time setting.
• Press PRESET or to adjust the hour.
• Press SELECT or NEXT on the main unit or
O.K. on the remote to move to minutes setting.
Press PREV. to move back to adjust the hour.
• Press PRESET or to adjust minutes.
• Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote to exit and save settings.
Type : One Time / Daily
Timer : Disable / Enable
• Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote to select options within Type and Timer.
Tips: To activate the Timer Off Time, it is
necessary to set the Timer to “Enable” in the
Timer Menu.
**Timer-Off**
Time : 12:00AM
Type : One Time
Timer : Disable
Set Clock
Set Timer-On
Set Timer-Off
Set Clock
Set Timer-On
Set Timer-Off
**Timer-Off**
Time : 12:00AM
Type : One Time
Timer : Disable
**Timer-Off**
Time : 12:00AM
Type : One Time
Timer : Enable
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Sound Features
Volume Control
Press VOLUME + to increase volume and VOLUME -
to decrease volume.
Volume XX will show on the display while you are
adjusting volume. Minimum volume level is 0 and
maximum is 32.
The volume bars on the bottom of the display will
increase and decrease according to your adjustments.
Mute
Press MUTE on the remote control to silence the unit.
indicator will show on the bottom of the
display.
Digital Bass Boost System
Press DBBS/E.Q. on the main unit or DBBS on the
remote to turn on DBBS function.
will show on the bottom of the display.
Press again to turn off DBBS.
Equalizer Control
There are six choices of sound effects on the unit.
Flat Rock Pop Classic Jazz Custom
1. Press and hold DBBS/E.Q. on the main unit until
the E.Q. menu appears on the display.
2. Press PRESET or to move up and down the
E.Q. menu until the arrow points to the desired
effect.
3. Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote to confirm your selection.
The icon of your selection will show on the bottom of
the display.
Tips: Press PREV. atanytime to exit E.Q.
menu.
Using Remote Control
Press E.Q. on the remote to directly access equalizer
options.
kbps
VOLUME
CLASSIC
CUSTOM
?
ROCK
POP JAZZ
DBBS MUTE
Jazz
Custom
Set Custom DSP
Flat
Rock
POP
Classic
Flat
Rock
POP
Classic
Volume 17
MUTE
DBBS
ROCK
POP
CLASSIC
JAZZ
CUSTOM
?
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Custom Equalizer Setting
1. Press and hold DBBS/E.Q. on the main unit until
E.Q. menu appears on the display or press and hold
DBBS on the remote.
If Custom EQ is selected, go to step 4.
2. Press PRESET or to move up or down
the menu until the arrow is pointing to Custom.
3. Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote to select Custom EQ.
4. Press PRESET or to select Set Custom
DSP.
5. Press SELECT or NEXT on the main unit or
O.K. on the remote to enter custom setting.
6. Press PRESET or to select between Bass
and Treble.
7. Press SELECT on th e main unit or O.K. on the
remote to edit the setting. The number will be flash-
ing.
8. Press PRESET or to adjust Bass or Treble
level. Minimum of -14 and Maximum of +14.
9. Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote to confirm settings.
10. Press PREV. to exit.
NOTE: The Custom Equalizer Setting must be
done under CUSTOM equalizer mode and not
adjusted in other equalizer modes (i.e. Flat,
Rock, Pop, Classic, or Jazz).
Flat
Rock
POP
Classic
Jazz
Custom
Set Custom DSP
Bass :
-1 dB
Treble :
-1 dB
Bass :
+14 dB
Treble :
-1 dB
Sound Features
Jazz
Custom
Set Custom DSP
CUSTOM
?
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Tuner
Enter Tuner Mode
Press FUNCTION/ once on the main unit when
the power is off to turn on the radio.
If the unit is on CD mode, press FUNCTION/
twice to select radio mode.
Using Remote Control
Simply press STBY to power on the unit and access
the radio mode directly or press RADIO if the unit is
in CD/MP3 mode.
A RADIO icon will show on the display.
Tuning to a Station
1. Press BAND to select between FM and AM.
Tips:
• Extend or reposition the antenna for better
FM reception.
• Move the unit for better AM reception.
2. Press TUNE F.REW or F.FWD to tune
to the station you want to listen to.
3. Press and hold TUNE F.REW or F.FWD
for auto search. Search will stop once a station is
found.
Manual Preset Setting
1. Tune to the frequency to be saved into preset
location.
2. Press MODE to show the radio preset options.
3. Press PRESET or to move up and
down the menu to select Preset Add.
4. Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote to show the next available preset memory
location.
5. Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote to confirm memory location.
To overwrite previously saved memory
locations
1. Follow steps 1-4 from Manual Preset Setting
2. Press PRESET to select previously set memo-
ry locations.
3. Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote to overwrite the previous setting.
NOTE: There are 30 preset memory locations in
tuner mode.
Tips: Press SELECT on the main unit or press
O.K. on the remote twice to store station in the
next preset memory location.
FM 105.00 MHz
Preset Add
Stereo ON
Auto Preset
FM 105.00 MHz
Preset 2?
FM 105.00 MHz
Preset 02
EN
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Tuner
Preset Memory Recall
1. Press PRESET or repeatedly to access
desired preset stations.
Tips: Use the DIRECT KEY-IN PRESET on the
remote to directly access the desired preset
station.
Auto Preset Stations (FM only)
1. Press MODE in tuner mode to view the tuner
menu
2. Press PRESET or to move up and down
the menu
until the
arrow is
pointing to
Auto
Preset.
3. Press
SELECT on
the main
unit or O.K. on the remote to enter Auto Preset.
By using Auto Preset, all the previously stored sta-
tions will be
erased.
The preset memory location will flash as search is in
progress for the next station to store.
Auto Preset
will stop
once all 30
preset sta-
tions are
full or
when the frequency band ends.
NOTE: DO NOT press any key until auto-preset
search is
complete.
FM
Stereo
1. Press MODE in tuner mode to access the tuner
menu.
2. Press PRESET or to move up or down
the menu until the arrow points to Stereo ON.
3. Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote control to select between Stereo ON/ OFF.
4. Press PRESET or to move to the next
selection and save setting.
FM ST. will be displayed when Stereo mode is on.
Preset Add
Stereo ON
Auto Preset
Preset Add
Stereo ON
Auto Preset
Existing
Preset Stations
Will be Erased!
Preset Add
Stereo ON
Auto Preset
Preset Add
Stereo ON
Auto Preset
FM 88.00 MHz
Preset 3
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MP3 and CD Player
MP3 Recommendations
• Use .mp3 as the extension when converting audio files into MP3 for saving onto CD-R(W) or CD-ROM,
e.g. Rocky08.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 mal-
function and harmful noise interference.
• Please do not burn your disc into different sessions. Files from the second session will not be played. It is
highly recommended that you create your CD by writing only once.
• Many common CD creator softwares can make files compatible for the system but do not forget to
finalize your disc after creation. This set cannot read DirectCD recordings.
•In order to get audio CD quality, you need to record your MP3 CD at 128 kbps. You can record up to 256
kbps. Beyond 256 kbps, the unit might not read the CD.
• Do not combine CD Audio and MP3 tracks onto a CD-R(W) or CD-ROM. The player will only
playback CD audio tracks from mixed CD formats.
Entering CD Mode
If the unit is powered off, press FUNCTION/ on
the main unit twice to enter CD mode.
If the unit is in Tuner mode, press FUNCTION/
once to enter CD mode.
Using the Remote Control
1. Press STBY to turn on the unit.
2. Press CD/MP3 to enter CD mode.
Inserting Disc
1. Press OPEN/CLOSE on the unit to open the CD
compartment door.
2. Insert the disc
3. Close the compartment door and press down
until it locks in place.
Wait while the CD is being read.
If the CD is a normal CD audio disc, the display will
show a CD icon.
If the CD is a MP3 audio disc, MP3 icon
will appear on the top of the display as
well as the CD icon.
If there is no disc on the disc tray, the following dis-
play will be shown.
NOTE: If the disc has an error or if there is no
disc on the disc tray, the system will take a long
time for reading.
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OPEN
CLOSE
CDR / RW COMPATIBLE
D
B
B
S
/
E
.
Q
.
FUNCTION/
VOLUME
S
Reading CD
Please Wait...
EN
No Disc
Pls. Insert Disc
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MP3 and CD Player
Playing CD Discs
1. Press PLAY/PAUSE to start playback. Press
again to pause playback.
2. Press PREV. to go back to the previous track or
press NEXT to go to the next track.
3. Press and hold PREV. or NEXT to search
the song.
4.Press VOLUME + or - to adjust listening level.
5. Press STOP to end playback.
Tips: To listen to CD through headphones, insert
your headphones into the PHONES jack on
the top of the player.
Repeat
1. Press
MODE to
view the CD
mode
menu.
2. Press PRESET or to move up or down the
menu until the arrow is pointing to the Repeat
option.
3. Press SELECT repeatedly on the main unit or O.K.
on the remote to select among the below repeat
options.
Repeat OFF - Turn off the repeat feature
Repeat Track - To repeat selected track. This display
will show “REP. 1”
Repeat Disc - To repeat entire disc. The display will
show “ALL REP.”
Sampling Tracks
Activating Intro will play the first 10 seconds of each
track on the disc.
1. Press
MODE to
view the CD
mode
menu.
2. Press PRESET or to move up or down the
menu until the arrow is pointing to the Intro option.
3. Press SELECT repeatedly on the main unit or O.K.
on the remote to select between Intro ON or Intro
OFF. INTRO will show on the display when Intro ON
is selected.
Shuffle
Enable
shuffle play
to random-
ly play tracks on the disc.
1. Press MODE to view the CD mode menu.
2. Press PRESET or to move up or down the
menu until the arrow is pointing to the Shuffle
option.
Track 01
00:01
Volume 12
Repeat OFF
Intro OFF
Shuffle OFF
Program
Repeat OFF
Intro OFF
Shuffle OFF
Program
Repeat OFF
Intro OFF
Shuffle OFF
Program
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Program
1. Press MODE to view CD menu.
2. Press PRESET or until the arrow is
pointing at Program.
3. Press SELECT or NEXT on the main unit or
O.K. on the remote to enter Program menu.
4. Press PRESET or until the arrow is
pointing to Program Add.
5. Press SELECT or NEXT on the main unit or
O.K. on the remote to add tracks to the program.
6. press SELECT to activate the line. “--” will flash as
you select track.
7. Press PRESET or to select track for
program location.
8. Press SELECT to save setting. The arrow will auto-
matically move to the next available program loca-
tion.
9. Repeat steps 6-8 to add more tracks to the program
list.
10. Press PLAY to begin playing program.
Note: PROG. Icon will show on the display when
editing or playing Program.
There are 32 program memory locations available.
Edit Program
1. Follow steps 1-5 from “PROGRAM” above
2. Press PRESET or to scroll through the
program list to the memory location you wish to edit.
4. Press Select to activate the line.
5. Press PRESET or to select the new
track for the location.
6. Press SELECT to save new setting.
7. Press PLAY to being playing new program.
Delete Program
1. Follow steps 1-3 from “PROGRAM” above.
2. Press PRESET or to select Program
Delete.
3. Press SELECT or NEXT on the main unit or
O.K. on the remote to enter program list.
4. Press PRESET or to select memory loca-
tion you want to delete.
5. Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K on the
remote and the memory location will be cleared. The
track stored in the next memory location will move up
to fill the empty location.
6. Press PLAY to start playing new program.
Repeat OFF
Intro OFF
Shuffle OFF
Program
Program Add
Program Delete
PR01 TRACK 03
PR02 TRACK 05
PR03 TRACK 10
PR 04 TRACK 07
PR01 TRACK --
PR02 TRACK --
PR03 TRACK --
PR 04 TRACK --
Program Add
Program Delete
PR01 TRACK 03
PR02 TRACK 10
PR03 TRACK 07
PR 04 TRACK --
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MP3 Audio CD
When a MP3 audio disc is read, the title of
the folder or the song name in the home
directory will show on the display.
“\” will indicate the title is a folder.
Main Navigation Keys
PRESET or - to scroll up or down
within a directory.
PREV. - to return to the previous folder
NEXT - to enter into a selected folder
STOP - to return directly to the home
directory.
NOTE: Must be in STOP mode to view the
list of files and folders.
\ Folder 1
\ Folder 2
Track 1
Track 2
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File / Folder Mode
Folder – files are placed into their appropriate folder.
File – all files on the MP3 disc will be arranged alpha-
betically.
1. In STOP mode, press MODE to view MP3 menu.
2. Press PRESET or to select File mode/Folder
mode depending on your current active setting. For
example, if the current setting is at Folder mode, the
following screen will appear.
3. Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote to switch to File or Folder mode options. The
display will show files rearranged to the mode
selected.
4. Press PRESET or to select other fea-
tures in MP3 menu or press PREV. to exit the
menu.
NOTE: Only selected folder will be played in
Folder Mode. To play all files on MP3 disc, File
Mode must be selected.
Playing MP3 Disc
1. Press PLAY/PAUSE to start playback. Press
again to pause playback.
The file bit rate will be displayed on the right side
during playback . Bit rates are usually 96,
128,192 or 256 kbps. The display will also toggle
between showing the Artist and Album name.
2. Press PREV. to go back to the previous track
or press NEXT to go to the next track.
3. Press and hold PREV. or NEXT to search
the song.
4.Press VOLUME + or - to adjust listening level.
5. Press STOP to end playback.
Repeat MP3
1. Press MODE to view MP3 menu.
2. Press PRESET or to select Repeat menu if
the arrow is not pointing the repeat option.
3. Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K. on the
remote to toggle between repeat options.
Repeat Off
Repeat Track – REP.1
Repeat Disc - REP. ALL (File mode only)
Repeat Folder - REP FOLDER (Folder mode only)
4. Press PRESET or to select other
features in MP3 menu or press PREV. to exit the
menu.
Intro MP3
1. Press MODE to view MP3 menu.
2. Press PRESET or to select Intro menu.
3. Press SELECT on the main unit or O.K on the
remote to select between Intro On/ off.
4. Press PRESET or to select other
features in MP3 menu or press PREV. to exit the
menu.
Repeat OFF
Intro OFF
Folder Mode
Repeat OFF
Intro OFF
Folder Mode
Track 1
Track 2
Track 3
Track 4
Track 1
00:01
Artist:
ABCD
Repeat OFF
Intro OFF
Folder Mode
Repeat Off
Intro Off
Folder Mode
NOTE: Shuffle and Program are not available for
MP3 CD Playback.
kbps
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Troubleshooting Tips
Disconnect the audio system from the power source
before performing any maintenance.
Cleaning
Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust
cloth.
CD Player
CAUTION! This system operates with a laser. It must
be opened by only a qualified technician.
Problem
CD button
will not
respond,
Remote
control
does not
work
Cannot play
MP3 disc
Solution
Switch to another function and then back to
CD.
Check that the batteries are properly installed.
Replace weak batteries.
Check the system is plugged into power source.
Point the remote directly at the system’s front
panel.
Move closer to the system.
Remove any obstacles between the remote and
the system.
Clean the disc.
Make sure files are saved under .mp3
extention. e.g. Rocky08.mp3
Check that the recorded bit rate is within
96kbps and 256kbps.
Make sure all files are burned in one
session.
Solution
Check power cord for a secure connection.
Unplug the unit for a moment, and then plug
into power source again.
Check the outlet by plugging in another device.
Increase the volume setting.
Check that you have selected the appropriate
function: CD, Tuner.
Make sure mute is off.
Move antenna for FM reception or rotate unit
for better AM reception.
Turn off nearby electrical appliances, such as
hair dryer, vacuum cleaner, microwave, fluores-
cent lights.
Check that CD is in the tray.
Check that CD label is facing up.
Check that PAUSE mode is not on.
Check that CD function is selected.
Use CD lens cleaner.
Clean the disc.
Clean the disc.
Check disc for warping, scratches, or other
damage.
Check if something is causing the system to
vibrate. If so, move the system.
Problem
System
doesn’t
turn on
No sound
Poor radio
reception
CD does
not play
CD sound
skips
Maintenance
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