Ricatech RMC430 User manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR AUDIO PRODUCTS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS THAT
ARE APPLICABLE TO YOUR EQUIPMENT.
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used
near water-for example, near a bathtub,washbowl,kitcken
sink,laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming
pool and the like.
6. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a
cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
6A.An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended
by the manufacturer.
8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere
with-its proper ventilation.For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug,or
similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a
bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.
9. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators,heat registers,
stoves,or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
10.Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the
operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
11.Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an
appliance is not impeded.
12.Power - Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, and the point where
they exit from the appliance.
13.Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.
14.Antenna-This product is designed for use with the antenna attached and should not be connected to any other
external antennas.
15.Non-use Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a
long period of time.
16.Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the
enclosure through openings
17.Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord of the plug has been damaged;or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance;or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain;or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change inperformance; or
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
18.Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating
instructions.All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

CONTROL LOCATORS

UNPACKING
1. Remove the box and all packing materials from around the unit.
NOTE: Save all packing materials until you are completely satisfied all parts of the unit are
operating satisfactorily and just in case the unit should need service in the future.
2. Make sure you have located all accessories supplied before storing away the packaging.
3. Make sure you have located the Remote Control. This can be stored on the magnetic panel
on the side of the unit.
4. Remove the plastic safety cover from the AC plug.
5. Remove the tie from the AC Power Cord and unravel the antenna wire on the back of the unit.
6. Open the lid and remove the Polyfoam shipping material from the turntable.
7. Remove the black tie-wrap from around the Tone Arm.
8. Remove any tape and the white protective needle cover by gently pulling it forwards and off the Tone Arm.
This should expose the red Stylus Cartridge.
9. Release the Tone Arm Hold-down Clip by gently pushing it off to the right.
This will unlock the Tone Arm from its arm rest.
NOTE: Re-lock the hold down clip when moving the unit to another location.
POWER SOURCE
Unwind the AC POWER CORD at the back of the unit and connect the plug into a suitable 230v AC Power outlet.
HEADPHONE JACK OPERATION
To listen through Earphones or Headphones (not supplied), plug them into the Headphone Jack.
Adjust the volume to a safe level.
NOTE: The sound from the internal speakers will be cut off when Headphones are attached.
GENERAL
1. Make sure the unit is correctly plugged into a 230V AC outlet.
2. The red STAND BY LED will light up. This shows there is power going into the unit.
3. Press the POWER button / to turn the unit on.
4. The blue LED Backlight will light up and the Tuner Dial will light up for a second.
This will stay lit when the Tuner function has been selected.
5. " HELLO " will show on the Display, then ―TUNER FM‖ will show
6. Press the FUNCTION button / to switch between Tuner ->CD->Phono->CD/AUX.
NOTE: When switching between functions, after pressing the function button, wait for one second before pressing it
again. This gives the unit time to load the correct information for the selected function. Repeatedly and too quickly
pressing the button(s) on this unit may cause the system to lock up.
RADIO OPERATION
1. Press the FUNCTION button /to select TUNER MODE. The Dial will light up.
2. Press the BAND button / to select the desired tuning band: AM (= MW) or FM.
3. Select the desired radio station by rotating the TUNING KNOB.
4. Adjust the volume to the desired listening level.
ANTENNA
For FM reception, the unit is provided with a WIRE ANTENNA. Move the wire until radio reception is clear and there is
no interference. NOTE: If Stereo FM reception is not good, it may be better to switch to Mono Sound:
Press the Mono/Stereo Button / on the Remote to select Mono reception.
For AM (= MW) reception, the unit is provided with a directional built-in ferrite antenna. Rotate the set to find the
position in which the best reception is obtained.
CAUTION: Do not connect the EXTERNAL WIRE FM ANTENNA to any outside antenna.

TURNTABLE OPERATION
1. Press the FUNCTION button / to select Phono mode.
2. Set the SPEED CONTROL SWITCH at the correct speed (331/3, 45 or 78 rpm) for the record to be played.
3. Lift the CUE LEVER to raise the Tone Arm off its rest. Move the Tone Arm over the record and use the Cue Lever to
lower it to the point you want the record to start playing. At the end of the record, The TONE ARM will stop
automatically. Return it back to the arm rest by hand.
NOTE: The Turntable and Cassette Player both operate in the same (Phono) mode. Make sure the Cassette
Player is in STOP mode when listening to a record.
TURNTABLE ACCESSORY SUPPLIED: Spindle Adaptor for 45rpm records
Some 45rpm records may have lost the centre part which allows them to fit onto the Turntable Spindle.
To play such 45rpm records, remove the round Adaptor from the turntable deck by placing
thumb & forefinger in the recesses and pulling it upwards –place the adaptor on the spindle in
the centre of the Turntable. The record can then be placed on the turntable.
STYLUS REPLACEMENT/REFIT
·To remove the Stylus from the Tone Arm, hold the Tone Arm head steady while
grabbing the plastic Stylus Holder with two fingers - then gently pull the complete
stylus holder straight towards you and off the cartridge, as shown in the diagram.
·To replace/refit the Stylus, hold the sides of the red plastic stylus holder, ensuring the
needle is facing downwards. Gently push the back of the stylus holder straight against
the silver cartridge at the end of the TONE ARM until you are sure it is securely fitted.
·Refit the protective needle cover, if so required.
NOTES: A replacement universal (45/33 1/3/78rpm) or a special 78rpm Stylus is available
from the Manufacturer or some Dealers. Always handle the stylus with care as the
Sapphire needle tip is easily damaged. When transporting the turntable it is advisable
to refit the protective needle cover until the unit is going to be used again.
When removing or re-fitting the Stylus, always be careful not to put too much pressure
on the Stylus Holder and the TONE ARM cartridge to avoid any possible damage to them.
PLAYING A CASSETTE
1. While in Phono mode insert a pre-recorded tape through the CASSETTE DOOR.
2. The tape will slide into the cassette mechanism and start playing.
3. Adjust the volume level by turning the VOLUME KNOB.
4. For fast forwarding, press the CASSETTE EJECT/F.F half-way in.
5. Pressing it again will stop the fast forwarding and return the cassette to playing mode.
6. To stop and eject the cassette, press the CASSETTE EJECT/F.F in completely.
7. When one side of the tape finishes playing, the cassette will automatically stop.
NOTE: Remove the cassette from the unit when it has stopped or is not in use.
CASSETTE CARE
Two common causes of trouble experienced when using cassettes are:
1. Tape jamming, leading to uneven speed during playback.
2. Tape entangling, when the tape wraps itself around vital
parts of the mechanism.
To avoid these problems occurring, take the following precautions:
·Check that there are no loose layers of tape visible through the
cassette centre window (see fig. 1).
·Before inserting the cassette into the mechanism, take up any loose
layers, using a pencil or hexagonally barrelled ballpoint pen (see fig. 2).
NOTES: If the cassette feels tight whilst performing this operation (see fig. 2), the tape may be jamming due to ridges
formed in the winding of the tape (visible through the centre window). In most cases, these may be removed by fast
rewinding of the cassette from one end to the other and back again. We recommend you use only well-known brands of
tape. Do not expose cassettes to direct sunlight, dust, moisture or oil, and take care that you DO NOT TOUCH THE
TAPE SURFACES.

CD OPERATION
Playing a CD via the CD Recorder/Player
NOTE: This CD Player can also be operated by Remote control.
1. Press the FUNCTION button / until “CD LOAD “shows on the display for a few seconds and then “NO DISC “if
no CD has been detected in the tray.
2. Press the EJECT button / to open the CD drawer. “OPEN “will show on the display. Insert a CD into the tray
with the label side facing up.
3. Press the EJECT button / again to close the CD drawer –“CLOSE “will show on the display. The display will
show “CD LOAD ”for a few seconds while the contents of the CD is being read and then automatically start playing back
the first track on the CD.
Skipping Forwards & Backwards on the Control Panel & Remote Control
1. To skip forwards or backwards through the tracks on a CD, press the or buttons.
2. To fast forward or rewind a track, press and hold the or buttons.
3. Release the buttons once you reach the desired position on the track.
REPEAT PLAYBACK
To repeat a Single Track
1. Select the desired track number and press the REPEAT button / once. Then press the PLAY/PAUSE button /
*. "REPEAT " will show on the display and after the track has finished playing, it will play again.
To repeat a complete CD
1. Press the REPEAT button / twice. The display will show "REPEAT ALL". Once the disc has finished playing,
the whole disc will start playing from the beginning again.
2. To turn the Repeat function off, press the REPEAT button / again. “REPEAT”will disappear from the LCD
display.

RANDOM PLAY
1. While playing a CD, press the RANDOM button / on the remote control. “RANDOM”will show on the LCD
display. The unit will randomly select songs from the CD and play them in any order.
2. To cancel Random Playback, press the Stop button.
PROGRAMMED PLAYBACK
1. Make sure the CD is stopped.
2. Press the PROGRAM button / . “MEMORY”, "PGM 1" will show on the display, and “MEMORY”will flash.
3. Press the or buttons to select a desired track.
4. Press the PROGRAM button / twice to store the selected track number, “MEMORY”will stop flashing now.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 above to program additional tracks into memory.
6. When all the selected tracks have been programmed into memory, press the CD Play/Pause button / to play the
disc in the designated order.
NOTE: A maximum of 35 tracks can be programmed into memory.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
·When using the Aux-in or Line-in function, press the CD power button to power off the CD Player first.
·During CD Player use or when recording from CD to CD, make sure you do not connect or disconnect the cable to or
from the Aux-in or Line-in Jacks.
Playing a CD via the CD Player
NOTE: This CD Player cannot be operated by Remote Control.
1. Press the FUNCTION button / to select CD/AUX mode.
2. Press the CD Power button to turn the CD Player on. The SUB LCD Display will flash “- - “and then show “00 “
3. Press the “EJECT”button to open the CD Drawer Door.
4. Place a disc in the tray with the label side of the disc facing up.
5. Press the Eject button again to close the CD Door. The SUB. LCD display will show " - - " for a few seconds, then the
total number of tracks on the disc will be displayed. " 00 " will show when there is no disc inside the tray.
6. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to start playback. The current playback track will show on the SUB LCD display.
7. Turn the VOLUME KNOB to adjust the sound volume level.
8. To pause playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button. The currently playing track number will flash. Press the
PLAY/PAUSE button again to resume playback.
9. To stop playback, press the STOP button. The total number of tracks on the disc will show on the display.
Skip Forward and Backward
1. Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON to start playing the selected track.
2. Press the FORWARD SKIP+ BUTTON or the BACKWARD SKIP- BUTTON to select a track.
Search Forward and Backward during Playback
1. During Play mode, press and hold the FORWARD SKIP+ BUTTON or the BACKWARD SKIP- BUTTON to search
forwards or backwards though the selected track.
2. Release the button at the desired point, playback will resume automatically.
PROGRAMMED PLAYBACK
1. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON. “PROG”" 01" will show and flash on the display.
2. Press the FORWARD SKIP+ BUTTON or the BACKWARD SKIP- BUTTON to select a track.

3. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON again to store the selected track number.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 above to program other tracks into memory. Press the PLAY BUTTON to start playback in the
programmed order. “PROG ”and the number of the playing track will show on the SUB LCD.
5. To erase the programmed sequence, press the STOP BUTTON twice. Programmed tracks will also be erased when
the CD DOOR is opened.
NOTE: A maximum of 20 tracks can be programmed to play in any order.
PLAYING MP3 CD’S (via the CD Recorder/Player only)
This unit can play CD’s recorded in MP3 format. All the controls and functions work the same as for playing a normal
Audio CD. Listed below are features and instructions that are unique to playing an MP3 CD.
MP3 CD Folder/Album Playback
If your MP3 CD is separated into Folders, follow the steps below to access the folders:
1. While the CD is stopped, press the FOLDER+ /or FOLDER - / buttons to advance forwards or backwards
through the folders on your disc.
2. Once the desired folder is reached, use the FORWARD SKIP / or the BACKWARD SKIP / buttons to select
the desired track.
3. Press the PLAY button / to begin playback of the selected track.
MP3 CD Information
If the MP3 CD has track information stored on it, such as Artist and Title, the LCD will display that information during
playback of the CD.
1. While the MP3 disc is playing, press the BAND / button.
2. The CD information will start to scroll across the LCD.
3. Press the BAND / button again to cancel the information.
NOTE: If the CD was recorded without any track information, “UNKNOWN”will be displayed when the BAND button
is pressed.
MP3 CD Search Play
MP3 CD’s normally contain many files. By using the search features described below, you can easily and quickly locate
albums or songs. Follow the steps below to use the search feature.
MP3 CD Search by File Name
1. In Stop or Play mode, press the FIND button / to start the alphabetical and numerical search.
2. Press the FOLDER+ / or the FOLDER- / buttons to select the corresponding letter or number of the track you
are searching for.
3. When the desired track is found, press the PLAY / button to start playing the selected track.
4. To exit Search Mode, press the FIND button / until the " " disappear from the LCD display.

MP3 CD Search by Folder / Album Title
1. While the CD is stopped, press the FIND / button twice to start to browse the album. The search icon, ALBUM 001
and its name will be shown on the display.
2. Press the FOLDER+ / or the FOLDER- / button repeatedly to select the desired album.
3. Press the FORWARD SKIP / or the BACKWARD SKIP / buttons to select the desired folder/album.
NOTES:
·The Search feature will only work if the MP3 CD has information such as Folder, Artist and Song Titles already stored
on the CD. This information is added at the time the CD is created and cannot be added afterwards.
·You cannot record MP3 CD’s with this unit. These can only be created via a Computer or other device with MP3
Encoding/Recording function.
RANDOM PLAY
1. While playing a MP3 CD, press the RANDOM button on the remote control. “RANDOM”will be on the LCD display.
The unit will randomly select songs from the MP3 CD and play them in any order.
2. To cancel Random Playback, press the STOP / button.
REPEAT PLAYBACK
To repeat a Single Track
1. Select the desired track number and press the REPEAT button once. Then press the PLAY/PAUSE button.
"REPEAT " will show on the display. After it has finished playing, the selected track will play again.
To repeat a complete MP3 CD
1. Press the REPEAT button three times. The display will show "REPEAT ALL". Once the disc has finished playing,
the whole disc will start playing from the beginning again.
2. To turn the Repeat function off, press the REPEAT button again. “REPEAT”will disappear from the LCD display.
PROGRAMMED PLAYBACK
1. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON. “MEMORY”, “P - 01" will show on the display and “MEMORY”will flash.
2. Press the FOLDER + or FOLDER –to select an Album.
3. Press the FORWARD SKIP+ BUTTON or the BACKWARD SKIP- BUTTON to select a track.
4. Press the PROGRAM BUTTON again to store the selected track number,
5. Repeat steps 2 and 4 above to program further tracks.
6. Press the STOP BUTTON once to confirm the Program setting, “MEMORY”will stop flashing.
7. Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON to start programmed playback.
8. To erase the programmed sequence, press the STOP BUTTON twice.
Programmed tracks will also be erased when the CD DOOR is opened.
NOTE: A maximum of 70 tracks can be programmed to play in any order.
CD RECORDING OPERATION
Preparation
This unit is designed to record CD-R and CD-RW discs bearing the identification logo “Compact Disc Recordable”or
“CD-Rewritable”. If CD’s do not conform to this standard, they may not record properly.
NOTICES on CD "Write" or "Rewrite" Operation
Disc Diameter: 8cm and 12cm.
Recommended Media CD-R (Manufacturer CODE): SONY, TDK, MAXELL, FUJI, CMC, MBI, TY, RITEK, PLASMON,
PRODISC, DAXON, SAST, PRINCO, LEADDATA, GIGA, TAROKO, DDT.
Recommended Media CD-RW (Manufacturer CODE):SONY, TDK, MAXELL, FUJI, MCC, MBI, CMC, RICOH,
RITEK,LEADDATA.
Depending on the disc or disc brand, etc., it may not be possible to record to a particular CD-R/CD-RW disc.Try another
disc.
Recording from CD to CD
1. Press the FUNCTION button / until “CD LOAD “shows on the display and load a compatible blank CD-R or

CD-RW into the CD Recorder/Player drawer.
2. Press the FUNCTION button / to set the unit to CD/AUX MODE.
3. Turn the CD Player on by pressing the CD Power button and press the EJECT button to open the drawer.
4. Load a pre-recorded Audio CD into the CD Player, allowing it to read the disc, and then press the PLAY button.
5. Adjust the sound to the required Volume level. NOTE: This cannot be done once recording has started!
6. Once the CD is ready and playing, press the CD RECORD button / . “Record”will show on the LCD and the CD
will begin recording.
7. After recording is completed, press the STOP / button. The display will read "CLOSE TK" for a few seconds and
then change to "CD/AUX".
8. Once you have finished the recording, press the FINALIZE /button. The display will show "Finalize".
9. Once the CD has been finalized, the unit will return to CD/AUX mode and the display will show "CD/AUX". The CD
is now ready for playback.
NOTES:If the CD is not finalized, it will not play in any other CD Player.
Not all CD Players are compatible with CD-R or CD-RW’s. Check the manual of the other CD player for compatibility.
Recording from Cassettes to CD
1. Load a compatible blank CD-R or CD-RW into the CD Recorder/Player.
2. Press the FUNCTION button / to set the unit to PHONO MODE.
3. Insert a pre-recorded cassette tape through the CASSETTE DOOR into the cassette deck slot. The Cassette Tape
will start playing.
4. Adjust the sound to the required Volume level. This cannot be done once recording has started!
5. Press the CD RECORD button / ―Record‖ will flash on the LCD. The CD will begin recording.
6. Once the first side of the Cassette has finished, press the STOP / button. The display will read "CLOSE TK" for
a few seconds and then change to "PHONO".
7. Eject the cassette tape and flip it over to the other side.
8. Repeat steps 5 - 6 to record the other side of the cassette.
9. Once you have finished the recording, press the FINALIZE /button. The display will read "Finalize".
10.Once the CD has been finalized, the unit will return to Phono mode and the display will show "PHONO". The CD is
now ready for use and can be played back.
NOTES: If the CD is not finalized, it will not play in any other CD Player.
Not all CD players are compatible with CD-R and CD-RW discs. Check the manual of other CD player for compatibility.
Recording from Radio to CD
1. Load a compatible blank CD-R or CD-RW into the CD Recorder/Player.
2. Press the FUNCTION button / to select TUNER MODE.
3. Press the BAND button / to select the desired tuning band (AM or FM).
4. Select the desired radio station by rotating the TUNING KNOB.
5. Adjust the sound to the required Volume level. This cannot be done once recording has started!
6. Press the CD RECORD button / - ―Record‖ will flash on the LCD and the CD will begin recording.
7. After recording is completed, press the STOP / button. The display will show "CLOSE TK" for a few seconds and
then change to "Tuner".

8. Once you have finished the recording, press the FINALIZE /button. The display will read "Finalize".
9. Once the CD has been finalized, the unit will return to Tuner mode and the display will show "TUNER". The CD is
now ready for use.
NOTES:
. The recording quality may vary depending on the signal of the Radio station.
. If the CD is not finalized, it will not play in any other CD player.
. Not all CD players are compatible with CD-R and CD-RW’s. Check the manual of the other CD player for compatibility.
Recording from Phono (Vinyl Records) to CD
1. Load a compatible blank CD-R or CD-RW into the CD Recorder/Player.
2. Press the FUNCTION button / to select PHONO MODE.
3. Set the SPEED CONTROL SWITCH to the correct speed (33 1/3, 45 or 78rpm) for the selected record.
4. Use the CUE LEVER to raise the Tone Arm off its Rest. Move the Tone Arm over the record and use the Cue Lever
to lower it to the point you want the recording to start.
5. Adjust the sound to the required Volume level. This cannot be done once recording has started!
6. Press the CD RECORD button / . ―Record‖ will show on the LCD display. The CD will begin recording.
7. Once the first side of the record has finished, press the STOP / button. The display will read "CLOSE TK" for a
few seconds and then change to "PHONO".
8. Turn the record over and repeat steps 4-6 to record the other side.
9. After recording is completed, press the STOP / button. The display will show "CLOSE TK" for a few seconds and
then change to "PHONO".
10.When you have finished recording, press the FINALIZE /button. The display will read "Finalize".
11.Once the CD has been finalized, the unit will return to Phono Mode and the display will show "PHONO". The CD is
now ready for playback.
NOTES: If the CD is not finalized, it will not play in any other CD Player.
Not all CD Players are compatible with CD-R and CD-RW’s. Check the manual of the other CD player for compatibility.
Recording from AUX-IN / LINE-IN to CD
1. Load a compatible blank CD-R or CD-RW into the CD Recorder/Player. As described previously.
2. Press the FUNCTION button / to set the unit to CD/AUX MODE.
3. Plug the supplied standard RCA cable (L + R) into the Aux-In Jacks on the rear or the 3.5mm Stereo cable jack (cable
included) into the Line-In Jack on the front of your unit, then connect this to the output socket of the external Audio
Player (not supplied). Note: This could be the earphone socket,or Line-out socket.
4. Adjust the sound to the required Volume level. This cannot be done once recording has started!
5. Once the external Audio Player is ready and playing, press the CD RECORD button / . ―Record‖ will show on
the LCD and the CD will begin recording.
6. After recording is completed, press the STOP / button. The display will read "CLOSE TK" for a few seconds and
then change to "CD/AUX".
7. Once you have finished the recording, press the FINALIZE /button. The display will show ―Finalize‖.
8. Once the CD has been finalized, the unit will return to CD/AUX mode and the display will show ―CD/AUX‖. The CD
is now ready for use and playback.
NOTES: If the CD is not finalized, it will not play in any other CD Player.
Not all other CD players are compatible with CD-R and CR-RW’s. Check their owner’s manual for compatibility.
MANUAL TRACK SEPARATION
When recording from all functions (except Radio) the music tracks are normally recorded as one track.
With this unit it is possible to divide your recording into separate tracks if preferred, so each song will have its own

sequential track number. This can be done by pressing the TRACK SPLIT button / .
While recording your record, etc., listen for the end of each song. There will usually be a brief silence between songs.
When you are at the end of the song, press the Track Split button. The recording will then go to the next track number
by increments of one. Once the recording has finished, press the or buttons to go to the start of each track.
Recording Songs from various sources onto One CD
It is possible to record songs from various sources onto one CD. For example:
·Select “PHONO”mode, play and record the selected tracks on a vinyl record.
·Press “STOP”- the display will read "CLOSE TK".
·Still in PHONO mode, play and record a song on, say, a Cassette.
·Press “STOP”again, the display will show "CLOSE TK".
·The same procedure applies when you wish to add songs from a CD, Aux-in or even Tuner, but remember to press
the Function Button to change to the appropriate CD/AUX”or “TUNER”mode first.
·When you have finally finished recording the various songs on the compilation disc, press the “FINALIZE”button, the
CD will be ‘FINALIZED’and can be played in other CD Players.
NOTE: You can record as many tracks as the time on the Compact Disc will allow, so for instance on a disc marked
700MB/80min, this could be up to 70 minutes of music maximum, allowing for gaps between tracks.
Erasing a CD-RW Disc
It is possible to erase all songs on a CD-RW disc and then re-record onto it. Erase procedures are only possible with
CD-RW discs. To erase the contents of the disc, follow the steps below:
1. Press the FUNCTION button / to set the unit to CD mode.
2. Load a recorded CD-RW into the CD Recorder/Player.
3. Press the STOP button / to stop playback.
4. Press the ERASE button / . “ERASE / Y ”will appear on the display. Press the PLAY Button / to confirm
and the erasing process will begin. To cancel, please press the STOP button / . When finished, the display will
first read “F Done ”and then “BLANK CD ”.
5. The CD is now ready to record on again.
NOTES: Once a CD has been erased, this is permanent and the whole contents previously recorded on the CD cannot
be retrieved. It is not possible to erase or re-record on a CD-R Compact Disc.
AUDIO CONNECTIONS
Line-In Jack on the Front Panel
Press the FUNCTION button / *to set the unit to CD/AUX Mode. This connection is especially useful when connecting
smaller audio components like MP3 players. The Line-in Jack is located on the front of your unit. This jack needs an
audio cable with 3.5mm diameter mini jack plug for connection (supplied).
1. Plug one end of the cable into the Line-in Jack on the front of your unit.
2. The other end should be plugged into the Audio Output or Headphone Socket on the selected external Player.For
more information on connecting the external Player, see the owner’s manual for that unit.
CAUTION: Do not connect anything to the “Aux-in ”and “Line-In “Jacks at same time.

Aux Input
Using the Aux Input allows you to connect additional external audio components and
listen to them through your unit. Any component with an audio output, such as a
Radio, MP3 Player, etc. can be connected by using the correct cables (included). This
unit uses standard RCA cables.
1. Press the FUNCTION button / to select CD/AUX mode.
2. Plug the Red and White connectors on one end of the cable into the corresponding
Red and White Aux-in Jacks on the back of the unit.
3. Plug the other end of the cable into the Audio Output Jack of the other unit.
For more information on how to connect to and operate the other unit, see the
owner’s manual for that unit.
Audio Output
Using the Audio Output will allow you to run audio from your unit into another home
Stereo System, Television, Amplifier or other stereo source. To make this
connection, you will need standard RCA cables.
1. Plug the Red and White connectors on one end of the cable into the corresponding
Red and White Audio Output Jacks on the back of this unit.
2. Plug the other end of the cable into the Aux Input Jacks of your selected other
stereo unit. For more information on connecting to the other unit, see the owner’s
manual for that unit.
NOTE: When using the Audio Output feature, you can still hear the sound through
the built-in Stereo speakers of this unit as well as through the other stereo system.
EQ
Press the EQ button/ repeatedly to choose the desired sound field.
There are 5 EQ Modes, the sequence is as shown below:
TROUBLESHOOTING
Q There is no Power going into the unit
A Make sure the unit is plugged in correctly, into a 230v AC Mains outlet.
A Check to make sure the unit is on and not in Standby Mode by pressing the POWER button.
Q There is no sound coming from the unit
A Check the volume level by turning the volume knob or by pressing / on the Remote.
A Check you did not leave any Headphones plugged in –this will cut all sound from the speakers.
Q There is no sound when playing recorded Discs
A Make sure the volume has been set at the desired level before playback or before you begin recording. You cannot
adjust the volume sound level once you begin recording to CD.
Q Turntable will not work
A Make sure the unit is set to ―Phono‖ Mode by pressing the Function button.
A Make sure the chrome Turntable Suspension Screw is screwed all the way down.
A Check the Cassette Player is not on as both Phono and Tape work in the same ―Phono‖ Mode. If in doubt, remove
any cassette still in the cassette player.
A Make sure the Turntable Drive Belt has not come off. To replace the belt, see separate Instructions and line
drawings.
Q Turntable –the sound is low when playing a record
A Remove and refit the stylus

Q Turntable –the arm slides across the record
A Make sure the protective needle cover is removed.
A Make sure the stylus is not damaged.
A Your record may be one of the newer types with micro grooves and may need a different stylus to play successfully.
Any of the older style records should not have this problem.
Q I have recorded a Long Play Record, but the display shows there is just one track on the recording
A Next time you record an LP, make sure you press the TRACK SPLIT button on the Remote to separate the tracks.
Q The CD Player does not play
A Make sure the unit is set to CD/AUX Mode by pressing the FUNCTION button.
A Check the CD POWER Button is pressed to the ―ON‖ position.
A Check to make sure the CD is inserted correctly (label side facing up).
A Check that the surface of the CD is clean. See section on Compact Disc Care.
A Make sure the CD contains recorded music and is not blank.
Q The CD Player does not play my MP3 CD’s
A MP3 CD’s can only be played back via the CD Recorder/Player Deck.
Q CD Player does not play when pressing the Remote Control
A The CD Player cannot be operated by the Remote control, this only works with the CD Recorder/Player.
Q Cannot get CD Recorder/Player to play my CD’s
A Ensure the correct Function has been selected. Scroll through the Functions until ― CD LOAD ― shows on the
display.
Q Cannot record my MP3 CD’s to CD
A These can only be recorded or copied via a computer or unit with MP3 Encoding feature.
Q CD Recorder/Player does not play
A Check to make sure the CD is inserted correctly (label side facing up).
A Check that the surface of the CD is clean. See section on Compact Disc Care.
A Make sure the function is set to CD by pressing the Function Button.
A Make sure the CD contains recorded music and is not blank.
Q The unit does not record
A Make sure you are using a CD-R or CD-RW CD.
A Make sure the CD is blank.
Q I have recorded a CD but it does not play in my other CD Player
A Some of the CD-R or CD/RW Discs are not compatible with other CD Player, so use a different brand of Disc.
Q I have recorded a CD but it does not display any Folder/Artist/Title or Song Information
A This information will not show on the recorded disc.
Q Time-out Error occurs when burning a CD-R or CD-RW disc
A Make sure you are using a CD-R or CD-RW disc which is specified in the Recommended Media List.

WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. PILOT LAMPS SOLDERED IN PLACE. NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Range : AM 530 - 1600 KHz (AM = MW)
: FM 88 - 108 MHz
Power Supply : AC 230V ~ 50Hz
Power Consumption : 55W
Antennas : External antenna for FM
: Built-in ferrite bar for AM
Turntable Speed : 331/3, 45, 78 rpm
Speakers : 4" Dynamic Type; 2 x 5W (RMS)
: 25W p.m.p.o.
Accessories Supplied : Remote Control (for CD Recorder/Player only)
: 45rpm Adaptor
: 3.5mm Stereo Line-in Cable
: RCA Aux Cable
*DESIGN AND SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
The lighting flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute risk of electric shock
to persons.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT
OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER –
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instruction in the
literature accompanying the appliance.

Customer support
You can contact the Ricatech customer service when you have a question or a problem with your Ricatech product. You
can contact us by telephone and email.
Email
For customer support by email, please sent a email to
[email protected] Please make sure that you mention the model number and serial number of the product, mention
your name & address and describe your question or problem clearly.
Telephone
For customer support by telephone, please dial [phone]. One of our service staff will be ready to serve you. For
full procedure please visit the website of Ricatech at: www.ricatech.com
Ricatech B.V.
Cornusbaan 1
2908 KB Capelle a/d IJssel
The Netherlands

Gebruikers handleiding
BELANGRIJKE VOORZORGSMAATREGELEN VOOR AUDIOPRODUCTEN LEES
AANDACHTIG DE VOLGENDE BELANGRIJKE VOORZORGSMAATREGELEN DIE VAN
TOEPASSING ZIJN OP UW APPARATUUR.
1. Instructies lezen - Alle veiligheids- en bedieningsinstructies moeten worden gelezen voordat het apparaat wordt gebruikt.
2. Instructies bewaren - De veiligheids- en bedieningsinstructies moeten worden bewaard voor raadpleging in de toekomst.
3. Aandacht besteden aan waarschuwingen - Alle waarschuwingen op het apparaat en in de bedieningsinstructies moeten in acht
worden genomen.
4. Instructies opvolgen - Alle bedienings- en gebruiksinstructies moeten worden opgevolgd.
5. Water en vocht - Het apparaat mag niet worden gebruikt in de buurt van water, bijvoorbeeld nabij een badkuip, wasbak, gootsteen,
wastobbe, in een vochtige kelder of nabij een zwembad en dergelijke.
6A. Karretjes en staanders - Het apparaat mag alleen worden gebruikt met een karretje of staander aanbevolen door de fabrikant.
6A. Een apparaat op een karretje moet voorzichtig worden verplaatst. Bruusk stoppen, overmatige kracht en oneffen oppervlakken
kunnen het karretje met apparaat doen omkantelen.
7. Wand- of plafondbevestiging - Het apparaat mag aan een wand of plafond alleen worden bevestigd volgens de aanbevelingen van
de fabrikant.
8. Ventilatie - De plaats en de stand van het apparaat mogen correcte ventilatie niet belemmeren. Het apparaat mag bijvoorbeeld niet
op een bed, sofa, vloerkleed of dergelijk oppervlak worden geplaatst aangezien de ventilatieopeningen kunnen worden geblokkeerd; en
evenmin in een ingebouwde installatie zoals een boekenrek of kast aangezien de luchtstroom door de ventilatieopeningen kan worden
belemmerd.
9. Warmte - Het apparaat moet verwijderd zijn van warmtebronnen zoals radiators, warmteregisters, kachels of andere toestellen
(inclusief versterkers) die warmte produceren.
10. Voedingsbronnen - Het apparaat mag alleen worden aangesloten op een voeding van het type beschreven in de
bedieningsinstructies of aangegeven op het apparaat.
11. Aarding of polarisatie - Er moeten voorzorgsmaatregelen worden genomen zodat de middelen voor aarding of polarisatie van een
apparaat niet worden belemmerd.
12. Voeding - Netsnoerbescherming –Netsnoeren moeten zodanig worden geleid dat de kans om erop te trappen of ze te knellen met
voorwerpen die erop of ertegen staan minimaal is, met bijzondere aandacht voor netsnoeren aan stekkers en op de plaats waar ze het
apparaat verlaten.
13. Reiniging - Het apparaat mag alleen worden gereinigd volgens de aanbevelingen van de fabrikant.
14. Dit product is ontworpen voor gebruik met de bevestigde antenne en mag niet worden aangesloten op andere externe antennes.
15. Perioden van niet-gebruik - Het netsnoer van het apparaat moet uit het stopcontact worden getrokken wanneer het apparaat
lange tijd niet wordt gebruikt.
16. Voorwerpen en vloeistoffen in het apparaat - U dient voorzichtig te zijn dan er geen voorwerpen vallen of vloeistoffen worden
gemorst in de behuizing via openingen
17. Schade die onderhoud vereist - Het apparaat moet door gekwalificeerd onderhoudspersoneel worden onderhouden wanneer:
A. Het netsnoer van de stekker beschadigd is; of
B. Voorwerpen zijn gevallen of vloeistoffen zijn gemorst in het apparaat; of
C. Het apparaat werd blootgesteld aan regen; of
D. Het apparaat niet normaal lijkt te werken of de prestaties opvallend zijn gewijzigd; of
E. Het apparaat is gevallen, of de behuizing beschadigd is.
18. Onderhoud - De gebruiker mag niet proberen onderhoud van het apparaat uit te voeren behalve het onderhoud beschreven in de
bedieningsinstructies. Alle andere onderhoudswerkzaamheden moeten worden uitgevoerd door gekwalificeerd onderhoudspersoneel.

PLAATS VAN ONDERDELEN
Afstandsbediening
ssensor
Sub LCD-display
AFSTEMSC
HAAL
Stereo-indicator
LCD-scherm
Luidsprekers
Afstemknop
Programmeren-knop
Map - Knop
Map + Knop
Uitwerpen-knop
Zoeken-knop
Hoofdtelefoonaansluiting
Stand-by lampje
Stand-by lampje
Vooruit skip
Achteruit skip
Achteruit skip
Stop-knop
Afspelen/Pauzer
en
Uitwerpen-kn
op
CD-lade
Afspelen/Pauzeren
CD Opnemen-knop
Programm
eren-knop
Vooruit skip
CD-recorder lade
Voeding-knop
Stop-knop
Splits Track-knop
Functieknop
Volumeknop
Luidsprekers
Afronden-knop
Bandknop
Wissen-knop
CD Voeding-knop
Lijningang
Draaitafel
Spil
Adapter voor 45-toerenplaten
TOERENTALREGELAAR (33 1/3-, 45-, 78-toeren)
TOONARMHENDEL
AUX IN-aansluiting
Afronden-knop
Spiladapter voor 45-toerenplaten
Toonarm
Veiligheidshaak
Armsteun
Wisselstroomsnoer
Externe Antenne
Audio-uitgangsaansluiting
Herhalen-knop
Willekeurig-knop
Programmeren-kno
p
Uitwerpen-knop
Voeding-knop
Band-knop (AM/FM)
Wissen-knop
Splits Track-knop
Opnemen-knop
Map + knop (MP3)
Stop-knop
Achteruit skip
Zoeken-knop
Omlaag
afstemmen-knop
CD Afspelen/Pauzeren-knop
Vooruit skip
Map - knop (MP3)
Mono/Stereo-knop
EQ-knop
Functieknop
Volume omlaag
Volume omhoog
Dempen-knop
0-9, 10+ knop
Omhoog
afstemmen-knop
Uitwerpen/Vo
oruitspoelen
Cassettedeur

UITPAKKEN
1. Verwijder de doos en alle verpakkingsmaterialen van het apparaat.
OPMERKING: Bewaar al het verpakkingsmateriaal tot u volledig tevreden bent over de goede werking van het apparaat en
voor het geval dat het apparaat in de toekomst onderhoud vereist.
2. Zorg ervoor dat u alle geleverde accessoires hebt gevonden voordat u de verpakking opbergt.
3. Zorg ervoor dat u de afstandsbediening hebt gevonden. Deze kan opgeborgen worden op het magnetische paneel aan de zijkant
van het apparaat.
4. Verwijder de plastic veiligheidsafdekking van de wisselstroomstekker.
5. Verwijder de kabelbinder van het wisselstroomsnoer en ontwar de draadantenne op de achterkant van het apparaat.
6. Open het deksel en verwijder het piepschuimen verpakkingsmateriaal van de platenspeler.
7. Verwijder de zwarte tie-wrap rond de toonarm.
8. Verwijder alle tape en de witte naaldbescherming door deze voorzichtig naar voren en van de toonarm af te trekken.
Dit zou het rode styluselement moeten blootleggen.
9. Maak de neerdrukker van de toonarm los door deze voorzichtig naar rechts te duwen.
Hierdoor wordt de toonarm losgemaakt van de armsteun.
OPMERKING: Vergrendel de neerdrukker opnieuw wanneer u het apparaat naar een andere locatie brengt.
VOEDINGSBRON
Wikkel het WISSELSTROOMSNOER aan de achterkant van het apparaat af en steek de stekker in een
geschikt stopcontact met 230 V wisselstroom.
DE HOOFDTELEFOONAANSLUITING GEBRUIKEN
Om te luisteren via een oortelefoon of een hoofdtelefoon (niet meegeleverd), sluit u deze aan op de hoofdtelefoonaansluiting.
Pas het volume aan naar een veilig niveau.
OPMERKING: Het geluid via de ingebouwde luidsprekers wordt onderbroken wanneer er een hoofdtelefoon is aangesloten.
ALGEMEEN
1. Zorg ervoor dat het apparaat correct is aangesloten op een stopcontact met 230 V wisselstroom.
2. De rode STAND-BY LED zal oplichten. Dit toont dat er spanning staat op het apparaat.
3. Druk op de VOEDING-knop / om het toestel in te schakelen.
4. De blauwe LED-achtergrondverlichting gaan branden en de instelschijf van de tuner zal gedurende een seconde
oplichten.
Deze zal opgelicht blijven als de tunerfunctie geselecteerd is.
5. ―HELLO‖ zal getoond worden in het display, daarna wordt ―TUNER FM‖ getoond
6. Druk op de FUNCTIE-knop/ om te schakelen tussen Tuner->CD->Phono->CD/AUX.
OPMERKING: Wanneer u overschakelt tussen functies, wacht een seconde nadat u op de FUNCTIE-knop heeft
gedrukt voordat u deze opnieuw indrukt. Dit geeft het apparaat de tijd om de correcte informatie voor de geselecteerde
functie te laden. Herhaald en te snel op de knop(pen) op dit apparaat drukken kan er voor zorgen dat het systeem
geblokkeerd wordt.
BEDIENING VAN DE RADIO
1. Druk op de FUNCTIE-knop/ om de TUNER-MODUSte selecteren. De instelschijf zal oplichten.
2. Druk op de BAND-knop/ om de gewenste golfband te selecteren: AM (= MW) of FM.
3. Selecteer de gewenste radiozender door aan deAFSTEMKNOP te draaien.
4. Pas het volume aan naar het gewenste luisterniveau.

ANTENNE
Voor FM-ontvangst is het apparaat uitgerust met DRAADANTENNE. Verplaats de draad tot de radio-ontvangst zuiver
en zonder storingen is. OPMERKING: Als de FM-Stereo-ontvangst niet goed is, kan het beter zijn om te schakelen
naar Monogeluid:
Druk op de Mono/Stereo-knop/ op de afstandsbediening om Mono-ontvangst te selecteren.
Voor AM (= MW)-ontvangst is het apparaat uitgerust met een ingebouwde richtingsgevoelige ferrietantenne. Draai het
toestel om de positie met optimale ontvangst te vinden.
LET OP: Verbind de EXTERNE FM-DRAADANTENNE niet aan op een buitenantenne.
BEDIENING VAN DE DRAAITAFEL
1. Druk op de FUNCTIE-knop/ om de Phono-modus te selecteren.
2. Zet de TOERENTALSCHAKELAAR op het correcte toerental (33 1/3-, 45-, of 78-toeren) voor de af te spelen plaat.
3. Breng de toonarm met de TOONARMHENDEL omhoog van de steun. Breng de toonarm boven de plaat en laat
deze met de toonarmhendel neer op het punt waar u het afspelen van de plaat wilt starten. Aan het einde van de
plaat stopt de TOONARM automatisch. Breng het met de hand terug naar de armsteun.
OPMERKING: De draaitafel- en cassettespeler werken beiden in dezelfde (Phono) modus. Zorg ervoor dat de
cassette speler in STOP-modus staat tijdens het beluisteren van een plaat.
MEEGELEVERD ACCESSOIRE VOOR DE DRAAITAFEL: Spiladapter voor 45-toerenplaten
Sommige 45-toerenplaten hebben mogelijk het middenstuk verloren waarmee ze passen op de spil van
de draaitafel.
Voor het afspelen van dergelijke 45-toerenplaten, verwijdert u de ronde adapter van het deck van de
platenspeler door duim & wijsvinger in de uitsparingen te plaatsen en het omhoog te trekken - plaats de
adapter op de spil in het midden van de draaitafel. Daarna kunt u de plaat op de draaitafel plaatsen.
VERVANGING/MONTAGE VAN DE STYLUS
·Om de stylus van de toonarm te verwijderen, houdt u de kop van de toonarm stevig vast
terwijl u de plastic stylushouder met twee vingers vastneemt - trek vervolgens voorzichtig de
volledige stylushouder recht naar u toe uit het element, zoals getoond in de tekening.
·Om de stylus weer te terug te plaatsen/te monteren, houdt u de zijkanten van de rode plastic
stylushouder vast, terwijl u ervoor zorgt dat de naald naar beneden is gericht. Druk de
achterzijde van de stylushouder voorzichtig recht tegen het zilveren element aan het uiteinde
van de TOONARM tot u zeker bent dat het goed vastzit.
·Breng de naaldbescherming weer aan, indien nodig.
OPMERKINGEN: Een universele (45/33 1/3/78-toeren) of een speciale 78-toeren vervangingsstylus is verkrijgbaar bij
de fabrikant of sommige dealers. Ga altijd zorgvuldig om met de stylus, aangezien de saffieren naaldpunt gemakkelijk
wordt beschadigd. Wanneer u de draaitafel vervoert, wordt het aanbevolen de naaldbescherming weer aan te brengen
tot het apparaat opnieuw wordt gebruikt.
Wanneer u de stylus verwijdert of monteert, moet u altijd voorzichtig zijn dat u niet te hard drukt op de stylushouder en
het element van de TOONARM om mogelijke beschadiging ervan te vermijden.
EEN CASSETTE AFSPELEN
1. Plaats, met het apparaat in Phono-modus, een vooraf opgenomen cassette via de CASSETTEDEUR .
2. De cassette zal in het cassettemechanisme glijden en beginnen af te spelen.
3. Regel het volumeniveau door aan de VOLUMEKNOP te draaien.
4. Om vooruit te spoelen, drukt u CASSETTE UITWERPEN/VOORUITSPOELEN half in.
5. Als u opnieuw drukt, stopt het vooruitspoelen en keert de cassette terug naar de afspeelmodus.
6. Om de cassette te stoppen en uit te werpen, drukt u CASSETTE UITWERPEN/VOORUITSPOELEN volledig in.
7. Wanneer een zijde van de cassette volledig is afgespeeld, stopt de cassette automatisch.
OPMERKING: Neem de cassette uit het apparaat wanneer het niet in gebruik is of gestopt is.
CASSETTE VERZORGING
Twee veel voorkomende oorzaken van problemen die ervaren worden bij het gebruik van cassettes zijn:1. Tape
blokkeert, wat leidt tot een ongelijkmatige snelheid tijdens het afspelen.
2. Band verstrengeling, wanneer de band zichzelf wikkelt rond vitale delen van het mechanisme.
Om deze problemen te voorkomen, dient u de volgende voorzorgsmaatregelen in acht te nemen:
·Controleer dat er geen losse lagen band zichtbaar zijn door het venster in het midden van de cassette (zie afb. 1).
·Voordat u de cassette in het mechanisme plaatst, rol alle losse lagen op met behulp van een potlood of zeshoekige
balpen (zie afb. 2).