RCA RS2050 Stereo System User Manual
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1. In navigation mode Navigates downwards and move down a list In tuner mode Selects the previous preset number In rename mode selects alphabets lt Q LEFT BACK In navigation mode Navigates backwards RIGHT ENTER Enters navigation mode form mp3 WMA USB stop mode In navigation mode Navigates forward BAND n Tuner mode selects radio band B BOOST Turns on or off Bass Boost FM ST Selects between stereo and mono sound in FM tuner mode EQ Selects equalizer presets DEMO DIMMER Activates and deactivates demonstration Adjusts the brightness of display CD INFO n CD mode Selects display options to show track elapse time track remain time or disc remain time In mp3 WMA mode Shows ID3 tag In USB memory card mode Shows memory usage qx Mutes audio output VOL y or a Decreases or Increases volume level ma SKIP BACKWARD In clock and timer setting mode Goes to the previous setting option In CD USB mp3 player mode Goes to the previous track searches backward through CD In Tuner mode Tunes down radio frequency pi PLAY PAUSE In CD USB mp3 player mode Starts and pauses playback SKIP FORWARD n clock and timer setting mode Goes to the next setting option In CD USB mp3 player mode Goes to the next track searches forward through CD In Tuner mode Tunes up radio frequency REC USB Starts and stops record to USB device REC PLAYE2. m n stop mode press once to turn off the unit Press once to stop music playback aq Skips to the previous song or the beginning of the current song Press and hold to scan backwards pp Skips to the next song Press and hold to scan forward LOCK Slide the switch to lock or unlick the keys of the player Headphones Jack Insert headphones here lt USB port Use the USB port to connect to the Audio System USB lock button Press and hold and push the USB connector out form the unit VOL Increases and decreases the volume level M Selects among playback options repeat one repeat all random playback repeat random playback DSP Selects among DSP modes Flat Bass Pop Rock Jazz 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM BS Display Overview 1 Shows current volume level 3 4 5 il dull GD Aur INA INA INA INA NAL TANT JANI JAN JANI FANFIAN ZN ITZA 0700700510 17 INI DANI ANT TANT TANT ANT ANT TANT TANT ANT ANT 2 The relative play mode indicator lights to show current selection CD repeat track repeat all random playback repeat random playback 3 fa is displayed when the key lock function is activated Que 4 shows the battery level 5 This section shows song information The information in this section presumes you ve successfully transferred files to the mp3 player and you re ready to play some music Turn On Off the mp3 player Press
3. I to turn the unit on off Playback starts automatically from the first track Play Pause e In stop mode press gt Il to start playback of selected track Current track number elapsed playback time and track title show on display e To pause playback press i during playback Press 11 again to resume playback 001 00 28 SONG NAME ail Page 30 Stop Playback e During playback press m to stop playback The total number of tracks is display e Press m in stop mode to turn the unit off Skipping Tracks e To skip to the next track press and release the pea button e To go to the previous track press and release the mea button Scan Tracks eTo scan backwards in the track that is playing press and hold the se button eTo scan forwards in the track that is playing press and hold the gt a button Q NS Note If the elapsed time of the playing track is less than 0 04 pressing Skip backward once will return to previous track 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 Adjusting the Volume Press VOL to adjust the volume Key Lock e To avoid accidental key activation slide the key lock switch to the left The Lock icon g can be seen on display e Slide to the switch to the right to unlock NS Note When the unit is in off mode and the key lock switch is at the LOCK po
4. Volume Control Rotate the volume control on the main unit or press VOL A or v onthe remote control to adjust volume level The volume level shows briefly on the display Bass Boost Press B BOOST to turn on off boosting the bass frequency The B Boost icon lights on the display when it is activated Muting Audio Press qx on the remote to cut the sound Remote Only MUTE flashes on the display Page 16 Adjust Sleep Time Press SLEEP again when the remaining sleep time is displayed to change sleep time Sleep is automatically de activated when the unit is turned off yo Using Preset Equalizer Curves Press EQ to toggle among FLAT JAZZ CLASSIC ROCK and CUSTOM The display shows your selection briefly and the relative icon lights on the display Creating a Custom Curve 1 Press EQ to select CUSTOM mode 2 While CUSTOM is displayed press a or to m cycle among displayed bass and treble range levels 3 While BAS and TRE is displayed adjust volume control to set the associated gain between 10 10 4 Press EQ to exit or EQ EQ BAS 08 TRE 02 CD R RW Important CD and mp3 WMA Information CD RW CD R discs for playback 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 To avoid damages to the CD R RW disc do not open the disc compartment door whil
5. be placed on the apparatus Page 6 e Minimum distances around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation opening with items such as newspaper table cloths curtains etc No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal Precautions for the mp3 Player e Do not use the unit immediately after transportation from a cold place to a warm place condensation problem may result e Do not store the unit near fire places with high temperature or in direct sunlight e Do not operate or store unit in places with frequent static electricity or electrical noise e g speaker TV set e Clean the unit with a soft cloth or a damp chamois leather Never use solvents The unit must only be opened by qualified personnel 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 Important Battery Information e Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you do not use your remote control for more than one month e 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 regulati
6. file e Press and hold me gt gt to search through a file while it is playing Memory Usage Press BAND INFO on the main unit or CD INFO on remote to view memory usage on the USB device or the mp3 player RS2050 EN 23 1 06 3 16 PM Page 22 MEN Selecting Tuner Band 1 Press SOURCE to enter Tuner mode 2 Press BAND INFO to select between FM MW or LW Radio band Tuning to a Station Press HM or gt a to select frequencies Press and hold m or a to scan frequencies Using Presets The tuner can be in either TUNE or PRESET mode e Press m to toggle TUNE and PRESET mode until Program lights on the display e Press mea or mor to access the previous or next preset station FMO2 Program 91 10MHZ li A AS Tips Under PRESET mode press iea or gt pa can only acess the preset stations Manaully tuning is not accessible in this mode sill Auto Preset Programming FM only Press and hold the BAND INFO 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 FM AUTO Manually Setting Presets 1 Press the m button to enter TUNE mode 2 Press
7. folders and songs from level 2 are played before moving on to play folders and songs from level 3 LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4 Folder 1 Folder 1 1 Song 1 1 1 Song 1 1 2 9 Song 1 1 3 G Folder 1 2 Folder 1 2 1 Song 1 2 Song 1 2 1 2 1 Folder 2 Folder 2 1 Song 2 1 1 42 Song 2 1 2 Song 1 Song 2 2 9 Song 2 3 9 Song 2 4 J 2 3 c Folder 3 Song 3 1 Song 3 2 Q N Note Folder playback sequence is indicated by the letters A to 6 Song playback sequence is indicated by the numbers 1 to 15 in front of the song name Insert battery into the player 1 Slide the battery door by following the direction of arrow 2 Insert a AAA UM4 battery with polarities corresponding to the indications in the compartment 3 Replace the door to the battery compartment General Controls 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 GO 1 E OM ee ON OFF VOLUME a O UU E Pil Press once to turns the unit on In play mode press once to starts and pause music playback
8. install adjust and operate your unit Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer e Installation and related adjustments e Signal reception problems not caused by your unit e Damage from misuse or neglect e Cleaning of audio heads e Batteries e A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes e A unit purchased or serviced outside the U S A e Acts of nature such as but not limited to lightning damage Product Registration e 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 B 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM Page 36 Limitation of Warranty e 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 e 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 BRE
9. save and quit settings Note When system is ON you can press CLOCK to display the current time for about 2 seconds Setting the Timer 1 Press and hold TIMER on the remote control until Timer On and the clock hour flashes on the display ON sx 4 0 2 For setting time press mea or u to set the hour and then press TIMER to shift to minute digits 3 Press iea or PP to set the minute 4 Press TIMER to change to Timer Off setting with clock time flashing Repeat steps 2 amp 3 for timer off time setting un Press TIMER to select source Press mea or gt i to select TUNER REC TUNER DISC USB PLAYER If TUNER REC is selected press iea or bu to select the preset station 6 Press TIMER to set volume Adjust VOLUME CONTROL to select desired volume level 7 Press TIMER to save and quit settings The timer is automatically activated once timer setting is saved Activating the Timer Press and release TIMER to turn on off the alarm The timer icon is displayed when timer is activated 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM MS Sleep Mode 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 The SLEEP icon lights on the display when sleep mode is activated View Remaining Sleep Time When sleep is activated press SLEEP once to view remaining sleep time
10. to change to Timer Off setting with clock time flashing Repeat steps 2 amp 3 or timer off time setting 5 Press TIMER repeatedly to select REC TUNER 6 Press 44 or to select the preset station 7 Press TIMER to set volume Adjust VOLUME CONTROL to select desired volume level 8 Press TIMER to save and quit settings The timer is automatically activated once timer setting is saved Recording will start at the preset time Vd E Tis ae To view elapsed recording time and remaining time press BAND INFO on the main unit or CD INFO on the remote in recording mode Elapsed recording Remaining time Time Page 24 Recording to USB Device Follow the steps of Recording CD Tuner AUX to mp3 player in the last section by pressing REC gt USB instead of REC gt PORTABLE PLAYER REC USB will flashes on the display while recording W gt K Tips ame eg oe Make sure write protect is turned off in the USB device during recording Deleting Files from mp3 Player USB device 1 In navigation mode select the file to delete using the navigation buttons Refer to Navigation Controls for details SONGO1 2 Press DEL on the remote control DEL YES NO 3 Rotate the Volume button on the main unit or press Q or Y onthe remote control to select Yes to delete or No to cancel 4 Press SELECT on the main unit or on the remote control to confirm selection 04 TRACKS Deleting Al
11. 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM Page 2 user manual nen 252050 mn IMPORTADOR Comercializadora Thomson de M xico S A de C V lvaro Obreg n No 151 Piso 13 Col Roma Delegaci n Cuauht moc C P 06700 M xico D F Telefono 52 55 11 020360 RFC CTM 980723 KS5 EXPORTER Thomson Inc P O Box 1976 Indianapolis IN 46206 1976 O 2006 Thomson Inc Trademark s Registered Marca s Registrada s Marque s Depos e s RS2050 RS2054 www rca com It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time Printed In China Impreso en China E Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo 56160680 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM MS 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 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 television reception If this equipment does cause interference to radio or te
12. 5 There may be strong magnetic fields e g too close to TV near the unit Low Battery level Replace with new one Refer to P 23 LOCK function may be activated Refer to P 25 There may be no mp3 tracks in the card or internal memory Memory Card may be damaged 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 wma 48 to 160 kbps WMA files may be DRM protected and you don t have the proper rights license to play the files Check the website and or 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 www microsoft com windowsmedia drm Problem Solution USB display Check connection between does not your unit and the computer appear when connected to computer The player To reset the unit turn the does not player off by removing the respond to battery Reinsert the battery key properly and turn the player operations on again to resume normal operations Refer to P 23 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 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM Disconnec
13. 723 KS5 For mp3 player only This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la class B est con forme la norme du NMB 003 du Canada 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 purchase 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 specially trained in appropriate servicing techniques For instructions on how to obtain service refer to the warranty included in this Guide FE amp FO RCA RS2054 Equipment tested for compliance as a complete unit Equipment tested for compliance as a complete unit Portions based upon Microsoft Windows Media Technologies Copyright 1999 Microsoft Corporation All Rights Reserved Microsoft Windows Media and the Windows Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries The descriptions and characteristics given in this document are given as a general indication and not as a guarantee In order to provide the highest quality product possible we reserve the right to make any improvement or modification without prior notice The English version serves as the final reference on all products and oper
14. ACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE How State Law relates to warranty e 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 e 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 e 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 afl What your warranty covers Defects in materials or workmanship 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 Author
15. C gt PORTABLE PLAYER to stop recording Instant Recording 1 In CD playback mode press REC gt PORTABLE PLAYER to start recording REC mp3Player icon flashes on the display Ny Pea Com If CD playback is already started recording will begin instantly when REC gt PORTABLE PLAYER is pressed If CD playback is stopped playback and recording will start instantly when REC gt PORTABLE PLAYER is pressed Mi gt lt Tips F N Recording stops automatically when CD stops Example end of disc is reached Recording Tuner AUX to mp3 player Instant Recording 1 In Tuner or AUX mode press REC gt PORTABLE PLAYER to start recording Recording FM 91 10MHZ Example 1 In radio mode select the station to record refer to page 15 for details 2 Press REC gt PORTABLE PLAYER to start recording 3 Press or REC gt PORTABLE PLAYER to stop recording NS Note The encoding bitrate for tuner CD and AUX signal are as below CD Aux 128 kbps Tuner 96 kbps 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM Program Recording Use Program Recording to preset the unit to record your favorite radio program 1 Press and hold TIMER on the remote control until Timer On and the clock hour flashes on the display 2 For setting time press 4 or gt gt toset the hour and then press TIMER to shift to minute digits 3 Press M4 or gt to set the minute 4 Press TIMER
16. CK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT Main plug is used as the disconnect device it shall remain operable and should not be obstructed during intended used To be completely disconnected the apparatus from supply mains the main plug of the apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely Have a Blast Just Not in Your Eardrums Make sure you turn down the volume on the unit before you put on headphones Increase the volume to the desired level only after headphones are in place AUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN THE LIGHTNING CAUTION TO REDUCE THE THE EXCLAMATION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK POINT WITHIN THE DO NOT REMOVE COVER TRIANGLE IS A OR BACK NO USER WARNING SIGN SERVICEABLE PARTS IN ALERTING YOU OF SIDE REFER SERVICING MP OR TANT TO QUALIFIED SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS PERSONNEL ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT THE PRODUCT SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM BACK OF PRODUCT WARNING To PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE Technical specification Product Audio System with mp3 Player Brand RCA Model RS2050 RS2054 Electrical Consumption Power Supply 120V 60Hz Power consumption 110 Watts IMPORTER Comercializadora Thomson de M xico S A de C V Alvaro Obregon No 151 Piso 13 Col Roma Delegaci n Cuauht moc C P 06700 M xico D F Telefono 52 55 11 020360 RFC CTM 980
17. OG to enter program mode Program playback begins automatically Display Program List 1 While the CD player is stopped press PROG to enter PROGRAM mode Program playback begins automatically after entering program mode To display program list press PROG 30 2 Press A Y repeatedly to view each track assignment in the program list Deleting from Program List 1 While in PROGRAM mode press A Y to select the program to delete 2 Press DEL 3 Press Q V to select between No and Yes 4 Press D to confirm selection Deleting the Entire Program List 1 While in PROGRAM mode press V to select the program to delete 2 Press and hold DEL Page 26 Rename Tracks You can rename tracks in USB device or mp3 player 1 In mp3 WMA USB navigation mode press PROG on the remote control to enter rename mode 2 PressA or Y 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 5 Press BACK to edit the previous alphabet 6 Press DELETE to delete the alphabet File Navigation Main Unit mp3 player e PORTABLE PLAYER z 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 BACK Goes back up one level in navigation m
18. R Starts and stops record to mp3 player TUNE PRESET STOP n TUNER mode Selects tune or preset mode In CD USB mp3 player mode Stops playback In record mode stops recording PROG n CD USB mp3 player and Tuner mode Enters program mode In navigation mode enters rename mode and store new file names INTRO n CD USB and mp3 player 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 n CD USB mp3 player mode Adds track file to Program List In CD USB mp3 player mode Turns on off random playback TIMER Enters timer setting mode Activates and deactivates timer DEL When reviewing program removes track file from Program List In USB mp3 player mode Removes file from the connected mp3 player In rename mode deletes current alphabet REPEAT n CD mode Repeats a track or CD In USB mp3 player mode Repeats one file or repeats all files SLEEP Selects the time interval in minutes before the unit turns off RS2050 EN 23 1 06 3 05 PM Page 14 EN Installing Batteries 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 1 Open the battery compartment door by pressing down on the tab and then lifting the door out 2 Insert AAA UMA batt
19. ational details should any discrepancies arise in other languages 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM Safety Precautions Never open the cabinet under any circumstances Any repairs or internal adjustments should be made only by a trained technician Never operate this product with the cabinet removed Do not use your System immediately after transporting it from a cold place to a warm place as condensation may cause the system to malfunction Keep your unit away from humid areas and abnormally hot places Do not touch the player with wet hands If any liquid enters the player cabinet take the player to a trained technician for inspection This compact disc player uses a laser to read the music on the disc The laser mechanism corresponds to the cartridge and stylus of a record player Although this product incorporates a laser pick up lens it is completely safe when operated according to directions Discs rotate at high speed inside the player Do not use damaged warped or cracked discs Do not touch the pick up lens which is located inside the disc compartment To keep dust from collecting on the pick up lens do not leave the compartment door open for an extended period of time If the lens becomes dirty clean it with a soft brush or use an air blower brush designed for camera lenses The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall
20. below free from other surfaces Front View 10cm 10cm 10cm Side View o 10 cm 5 cm Main Unit Front View DIGITAL MUSIC STUDIO ON STANDBY Press briefly to turn on and off the unit DEMO DIMMER Activates and deactivates demonstration yy S 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 tuner USB mp3 player and AUX BANDIINFO n CD mode Selects display options to show track elapse time track remain time or disc remain time In mp3 WMA mode Shows ID3 tag In USB mp3 player mode Shows memory usage In Tuner mode selects radio band REC gt USB Starts and stops record to USB device REC gt PORTABLE PLAYER Starts and stops record to mp3 player BACK In navigation mode navigates backwards In rename mode edits previous alphabet SELECT n mp3 WMA USB stop mode Enters navigation mode In navigation mode navigates forward In rename mode confirms the editing alphabet pir PLAY PAUSE Starts and pau
21. ck press to stop playback e Press pea ppa tOo skip to the previous or A Press OPEN CLOSE to open the disc press Pll in stop mode to begin playback The unit returns to navigation mode briefly next track compartment e During mp3 WMA playback the display show approx 10 seconds before entering stop mode e Press and hold lt a to search through 3 Insert disc with label facing up ID3 tags Title Artist and Album a CD while it is playing 4 Press OPEN CLOSE 4 again to close the disc Navigation mode compartment Audio CD mp3 WMA CD ul PA If the disc is a mp3 WMA CD the respective MP3 Audio CD mp3 WMA CD oe and WMA icon lights on the display during 00 48 02 N Tips playback 0 01 0 00 TRACK 01 FOLDERS In CD stop mode press gt to enter TRACED ID3 tag navigation mode and show disc menu x In CD navigation mode press Q e Press during playback to Stop mode YT Note Q to return to stop mode SY vhs pause disc Press again to resume Audio CD mp3 WMA CD P Be sure to remove disc from the disc compartment before moving or transporting 43 55 184 the unit Whe TOTAL 12 TRACKS a Attention Do not push to force closing of the tray during CD playback or tray opening oi a 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM i Dj The playback controls of USB devices and mp3 player are basically the same Connect the devices first before starting playback Connecting USB devices
22. d 2 Content of BOX 0 06 c eecneeee es istik ans 2 Connections of Antennas and Speakers 2 General Controls 4 Mam UN c 233 10 a 4 Remote Control ooococcocccococco o 5 Display noir 7 SettingS coccion 8 Setting the Clock Timer 008 8 Sleep Mode cee eee cence eee 9 Sound Features 9 Volume Control mecano sitiar 9 Bass Boost and Equalizer 9 CD and mp3 Disc Playback 10 Play Pause DISCS ccocooi rar vied 11 Stop and Searching Through a CD 12 USB and mp3 player 13 Connecting USB device to the Main Unit 13 Connecting Disconnecting mp3 Player to the Main Unit ico eteateeaneresdasere ed aaa 13 Selecting USB or mp3 player Mode 14 Memory Usage 0 0 cece eee eee 14 RAO iodo dada 15 Selecting Tuner Band 04 15 Tuning to a Station eee eee eee 15 Using Presets oc cnicrseisseesanesaed 15 Auto Preset Programming 15 Manually Setting Presets 15 ii Page 8 Recording o0 oooooooo 16 Recording CD to mp3 player 16 Recording Standby 0 08 16 Instant Recording 0008 16 Recording Tuner AUX to mp3 player 16 Instant Recording 0008 16 Program Recording 84 17 Recording to USB device 17 Deleting Files from mp3 p
23. d in Remote contro does not work Check antenna connection Refer to P 3 Move antenna Turn off nearby electrical appliances such as hair dryer vacuum cleaner microwave fluorescent lights Check that CD is in the tray Refer to P 11 Check that CD label is facing up Refer to P 11 Check that PAUSE mode is not on Refer to P 11 Check that CD function is selected Refer to P 4 Use CD lens cleaner Refer to P 28 Clean the disc Refer to P 28 Try another CD Switch to another function Tuner then back to CD Refer to P 4 Solution Clean the disc Refer to P 28 Check disc for warping scratches or other damage Check if something is causing the system to vibrate If so move the system Make sure the speakers are at least 3 feet away or ona different surface from the main unit Check that the batteries are properly installed Refer to P 7 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 Problem The player does not turn on when PLAY button pressed Skipping tracks or bad sound quality Cannot perform playback Cannot playback tracks on the player Solution Battery may be inserted incorrectly Refer to P 23 Battery may be empty Repeat or random function may be activated Refer to P 2
24. e 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 This unit is compatible with For mixed mode discs only one mode will A gt Notes on mp3 WMA Disc Use mp3 as the extension when converting audio files into mp3 for saving onto CD R W or CD ROM e g AbcO8 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 gt 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 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 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM Page 18 an EN oe Discs Play and Pause Disc Stop Playback Searching Through a CD EN Press SOURCE repeatedly to select CD mode e To play disc in the disc compartment During playba
25. e encoded in mp3 or Windows Media formats and supported bitrates Bitrates supported by the player mp3 32 to 320kbps wma 48 to 160kpbs Connections of Antennas and Speakers 1 AUX IN 2 Main Speaker terminal tabs 3 AM Loop antenna Jacks 4 FM Pigtail Antenna 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM Using the FM and AM Antennas 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 Connecting the Speakers Speaker terminal tabs marked L are for left while R are for right Each speaker has a black negative and a red positive wire When connecting the speakers match the red wires to the red jacks and the black wires to the black jacks Speaker Wire Connection a 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 ends of the speaker wires at all connection points Page 10 Installation To ensure sufficient ventilation keep the spacings shown
26. eries in the compartment 3 Replace the battery compartment door in place Sleep Dt imie mp3 Repeat 1All Intro WMA Program B Boost lt gt Jazz Classic Rock Custom 0 AA puta o o a a a a pan CDUSB Tuner AUX REC mp3Player Stereo RDS 57 CD Tuner USB mp3 player AUX indicates the current mode REC Recording is activated Stereo In FM tuner mode indicates stereo sound is selected Folder in navigation mode d Track in navigation mode mp3 WMA Current CD format Ml Program In program mode Repeat 1 Repeat ALL Indicates the repeat option that is activated Repeat 1 Repeats current track Repeat All Repeats all the tracks Intro Intro is activated so the first 10 seconds of each track will be played Jazz Classic Rock Custom Current equalizer setting B Boost Bass boost is activated EY Random playback is activated in CD mode Sleep Sleep is activated Timer is activated gt gt Currently in playback mode Il Currently in pause mode Showing Demonstration Press DEMO DIMMER to turn on off demonstration mode The demonstration scrolls through all display operations Setting the Clock 1 Press and hold CLOCK on the remote control until the hour flashes on the display 2 Press e4 or bb to set the hour and then press CLOCK to shift to minute digits 3 Press me or a to set the minute 4 Press CLOCK twice to
27. ized RCA Audio Service Center for the new or at our option refurbished replacement parts required to repair your unit How you get service What your warranty does not cover 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 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 e
28. l Files In navigation mode press and hold DEL on the remote control to delete all the files on the mp3 player In CD USB mp3 mode advanced playback controls allow you to sample repeat and radom playback files set up a Program List In mp3 WMA USB mode allow you to rename tracks Sampling Files Press INTRO on the remote control to play the first 10 seconds of each track file INTRO is displayed when sampling is activated Press INTRO again to turn intro mode off Repeat Press REPEAT on the remote control to toggle repeat options Repeat the current file Repeat 1 Repeat all the tracks Repeat All or Normal playback Random Playback Press on the remote control to turn on off random playback icon is displayed when it is activated Setting Up a Program List 1 In navigation mode use the navigation controls to select the track 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 P 02 ADD TO Ie A SN Tips You can create a program of up to 32 tracks In CD stop mode press PROG to toggle between program mode and normal mode Each source mode has an individual Program List 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM EN Playing a Program List While in PROGRAM stop mode press gt Il If you are not currently in program mode press PR
29. layer USB Device 17 Advanced Playback Controls 18 Intro Repeat RandoM oooococcccccco oo 18 Setting Up a Program List 18 Rename Tracks ouicooorcii rias 19 Advanced Navigation Controls 20 File Navigation oooooococcccccco 20 Main Unit orcos aa 20 Remote Control cococococcccccoc 20 Tips on Playback Sequence of Disc 21 mp3 Player oo 22 Turn On Off the Player o ooooo 23 Playback Controls oooooocccococ o 23 Adjusting the Volume o o 24 Key LOCK lt lt lt 00oocooocirccocin en 24 DP ais ar a 24 Play MOdES ic circa 24 Frequently Asked Questions 24 Troubleshooting Tips 25 Main URitex2icsieccree ane eb 25 Mp3Playersccrsccrccer erences eee 26 Maintenance oooooooo 27 CLEANING lt a repre nn rn 27 Handling CDS xonsmsian ole 27 CDAS CA cia 27 Technical Specification o 27 Warranty cc cece eee 28 Content of Box one main unit with 2 main speakers one remote control one AM loop antennas one mp3 Player one user manual one safety leaflet Owner registration Card Sie Tt bs Warning Use of this product is for your personal use only Unauthorized recording or duplication of copyrighted material may infringe upon the rights of third parties and may be contrary to copyright laws NS Note Make sure the tracks ar
30. levision reception which you can determine by unplugging the unit try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Re orient the receiving antenna that is the antenna for the radio or television that is receiving the interference e Move the unit away from the equipment that is receiving interference e 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 suggestions 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 Page 4 For Your Safety The AC power plug is polarized one blade is wider than the other and only fits into AC power outlets one D 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 SHO
31. m Unit size 214 x 152 x 229 Speaker 243 x 150 x 195 CD player Response curve 2dB 60Hz to 5kHz Rating Plate Look for it at the back of the set Maximum size of Mass Storage Class device supported 20GB What your warranty covers e Defects in materials or workmanship For how long after your purchase e One year from date of purchase for labor and parts e 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 e Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center the labor charges to repair your unit e 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 e 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 e Pick up your unit when repairs are completed e 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 e Customer instruction Your Owner s Manual describes how to
32. mea or to access the desired frequency 3 Press the PROG button once and the most recently accessed program location flashes on the display 4 If a different program location is preferred press mea or ppg to move to the desired preset number 1 32 Press PROG to store the selected frequency at that preset ul Suppressing Stereo Signal Press FM ST to toggle between FM mono and stereo mode Remote Only STEREO is displayed in stereo mode Recording to mp3 player or USB device are basically the same You can record CD Tuner or AUX files to the mp3 player or USB device Recording CD to mp3 Player Recording Standby 1 Connect the mp3 player to the USB port USB Connected will show on the display 2 In CD stop mode CD navigation mode or CD pause mode press REC p PORTABLE PLAYER 3 Press 11 to start CD playback and recording will begin This is indicated by the REC mp3Player icon on the display 4 Press m to stop recording Recording 0 20 SONG NAME Example To record only selected tracks from a CD 1 Create a CD program by following instructions under Setting Up a Program List on page 18 2 In CD stop mode or navigation mode press REC gt PORTABLE PLAYER 3 From normal playback mode press PROG to enter program play mode Playback and recording begins automatically The Prog icon lights and REC mp3Player icon flashes on the display 4 Press M or RE
33. ode returns to stop mode from navigation mode when at root level REC USB Starts and stops record to USB device REC gt PORTABLE PLAYER Starts and stops record to mp3 player Volume Control Rotate clockwise to navigate downwards Rotate counter clockwise to navigate upwards Remote Control AQ LEFT BACK Navigates backwards Returns to the previous navigation menu level Returns to stop mode from navigation mode D RIGHT ENTER Navigates forward Enters navigation mode from mp3 WMA USB stop mode Enters current folder and shows the first file folder from current folder A UP Navigates upwards Enters navigation mode from mp3 WMA USB memory card stop mode Selects previous file folder on the navigation menu Y DOWN Navigates downwards Enters navigation mode from mp3 WMA USB stop mode Selects next file folder from the navigation menu ADD In mp3 WMA USB navigation mode adds the selected file into Program List DEL When reviewing program removes the selected file from Program List In USB mp3 mode Deletes selected file E 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM Page 28 M BE 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
34. ons e Any battery may leak electrolyte under the following circumstances if mixed with a different battery type if inserted incorrectly if all batteries are not replaced at the same time if disposed of in fire or if an attempt is made to charge a battery not intended to be recharged Headset Safety e Do not play your headset at high volume Hearing experts warn against extended high volume play e If you experience ringing in your ears reduce volume or discontinue use e You should use with extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations Even if your headset is an open air designed to let you to hear outside sounds do not turn up the volume so high that you are unable to hear what is around you Caution While Driving Use of headphones while operating an automobile or moving vehicle is not recommended and is unlawful in some states and areas Be careful and attentive on the road Stop operation of the unit if you find it disruptive or distracting while driving Don t Infringe This product should only be used for the purposes for which it is sold that is entertainment violating no copyright law Any attempts to use this product for which it is not intended is unlawful and therefore not condoned by Thomson 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM EN FCC Information Important Information Table of Contents 1 Getting Starte
35. ses playback for CD USB and mp3 player face m TUNE PRESET Stops CD USB and mp3 player In record mode stops recording In Tuner mode selects tune or preset mode pe SKIP FORWARD n CD mode Goes to the next CD track and setting options searches forward through CD In USB and mp3 player mode Skips to the next file In Tuner mode Tunes up radio frequency ia SKIP BACKWARD n CD mode Goes to the previous CD track and setting options searches backward through CD In USB and mp3 player mode Skips to the previous file In Tuner mode Tunes down radio frequency 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM Page 12 a Opens or closes the disc tray VOLUME CONTROL Adjusts volume except in navigation mode In mp3 WMA USB navigation mode Rotate clockwise to navigate downwards and rotate counter clockwise to navigate upwards PHONES Jack for connecting headphones lt USB socket connects USB devices mp3 player connects mp3 player Note Refer to mp3 Player section on page 22 24 for mp3 player operation details Remote Control RS2050 ON STANDBY Press briefly to turn on and off the unit SOURCE Selects among CD player tuner USB mp3 player and AUX A UP In navigation mode Navigates upwards and move up a list In tuner mode selects the next preset number In rename mode selects alphabets Y DOWN
36. sition pressing the PLAY ON key will cause the display to show the key lock icon for three seconds Check for Updates Visit www thomson lyra com 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 DSP EN Press the DSP button repeatedly to select among DSP modes FLAT gt BASS gt POP gt ROCK gt JAZZ The current selection shows briefly on the display 001 00 28 DSP FLAT Play modes During playback press M repeatedly to select among the following playback modes Normal playback Repeat Track Repeat All Random Playback Repeat Random Playback Frequently Asked Questions You can get FAQ information at www thomson lyra com 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM Page 32 RS Main Unit Problem System will not turn on No sound Poor radio reception CD does not play Solution Problem Check power cord for a secure CD sound connection skips 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 Refer to P 9 Check connection to speakers Refer to P 3 Check that you have selected the appropriate function CD Tuner Refer to P 4 Make sure mute is off Make sure headphones are not plugge
37. t 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 Handling CDs e Do not touch the signal surfaces Hold CDs by the edges or by one edge and the hole e Do not affix labels or adhesive tapes to the label surfaces e Do not scratch or damage the label CDs rotate at high speeds inside the player e Do not use damaged cracked or warped CDs Cleaning CDs e 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 e 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 e 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 fi Page 34 CD Lens Care 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 Technical Specification Power supply 120V 60Hz Dimensions H x W x D m
38. to the Main Unit Insert the USB port of the USB device you want to connect into the USB connector of the main unit Unplug the device to disconnect Connecting the mp3 Player to the Main Unit 1 Press and hold the lock button on the back of the player and push the USB connector out from the player 2 Insert the USB port of the mp3 player into the USB connector for the player of the main unit Insert mp3 player here Insert USB device here ill Page 20 Disconnecting the mp3 player from the Main Unit Press eject button on the right side of the unit to disconnect the player from the Audio System Press to disconnect player us Side View Selecting USB or mp3 player Mode Press SOURCE repeatedly to select USB or mp3 player mode USB mp3 player Playback Features Start and Pause Playback Press PLAY PAUSE gt Il to start or pause playback Stop Playback Press to stop playback operations The unit enters navigation mode for 10 seconds before entering stop mode Stop Mode Navigation Mode 02 02 TRACKS FOLDERS M EE Tips In stop mode press gt RIGHT ENTER to enter navigation mode and show disc menu In navigation mode press Q LEFT BACK to return to stop mode Skipping Files e Press w lt gt to skip to the previous or next
39. ver be necessary The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage 2050_fr_CS196 final_EN 16 1 06 5 35 PM Bese 38 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 e 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 e 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 B this warranty Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser A Ml
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