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RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:00 PM Page 3 RCD128/TM9258U It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time. Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo.
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:00 PM Page 4 Safety Information Thomson Information ADVARSEL! USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING VED ÅBNING NAR SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERE ER UDE AF FUNKTION. UNGDÅ UDSAETTELSE FOR STRÅLNING. CAUTION! VORSICHT! UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRALUNG Invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid exposure to WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET UND SICHERHEITS–...
In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or modifica- completely, turn the plug over tions not expressly approved by Thomson multimedia Inc. and try to insert it the other way. If it still won’t fit, contact could void the user’s authority to operate this product.
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:00 PM Page 7 Before You Begin Useful Advice line cord must be unplugged from the jack on the back of the unit to operate on batteries. 3 AA-sized Do not use your system immediately after transport- batteries (not supplied) are needed to keep radio sta- ing it from a cold place to a warm place, as condensa- tion memory.
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:00 PM Page 8 Before You Begin Music management software - Update MusicMatch Jukebox MusicMatch Jukebox Once you have installed the MusicMatch Jukebox software included with your unit, follow the steps below to update your software version. 1. Select Update Software from the Options menu.
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:00 PM Page 9 General Controls Main Unit PRESET/ MENU TUNE TUNE STOP DOWN HOME BACK FOLDER NEXT SELECT MENU 1. FUNCTION/ STANDBY - Turns the unit On/Off; 9. STOP / HOME - Stops CD and MP3 play- selects between CD mode and Radio mode.
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:00 PM Page 10 General Controls Remote Control SOURCE - Powers on/off the unit; select source. SOUND EFFECT - Enable or Disable Digital Bass Boost System; Selects different EQ options. PRESET/MENU - Selects preset radio sta- tions; works as navigation keys to move up or down menus.
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:00 PM Page 11 Clock and Timer Setting Setting Clock Setting Timer-On Time 1. Press and hold CLOCK on the main unit until the 1. Press and hold CLOCK on the main unit until the clock and timer setting menu show on the display...
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:00 PM Page 12 Clock and Timer Setting 5. Press SELECT to enter the setting that you want to 3. Press SELECT or NEXT on the main unit or change. The options within each setting are listed SELECT or SKIP TUNE (TRACK TUNE for TM9258U) below.
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:00 PM Page 13 Sound Features Volume Control Equalizer Control Press VOL. + on the main unit or VOLUME + on the There are six choices of sound effects on the unit. remote control to increase volume and VOL. - on the...
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:00 PM Page 14 Sound Features Custom Equalizer Setting 7. Press SELECT to edit the setting. The number will be flashing. 1. Press and hold DBBS/E.Q. MODE on the main unit until E.Q. menu appears on the display or press and 8.
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:00 PM Page 15 Tuner 2. Press MODE to show the radio preset options. Enter Tuner Mode Preset Add Press FUNCTION/ STANDBY twice on the main Stereo ON unit when the power is off to turn on the radio.
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:01 PM Page 17 MP3 and CD Player MP3 Recommendations • Use .mp3 as the extension when converting audio files into MP3 for saving onto CD-R(W) or CD-ROM, e.g. Rocky08.mp3. Do not use any other extension e.g. .doc, .pdf.
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:01 PM Page 18 MP3 and CD Player Playing CD Discs Repeat OFF - Turn off the repeat feature Repeat Track - To repeat selected track. This display 1. Press PLAY/PAUSE to start playback. Press will show “REP. 1”...
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:01 PM Page 19 MP3 and CD Playback Program Edit Program 1. Press MODE to view CD menu. 1. Follow steps 1-5 from “PROGRAM” above 2. Press PRESET/MENU until the 2. Press PRESET/MENU to scroll cursor is pointing at Program.
Title within a directory. Genre Album BACK - to return to the previous folder CD Playlist RCD128 - SKIP TUNE on the remote control ------------------------------------------- TM9258U - TRACK TUNE on the remote control Clear Selection NEXT - to enter into a selected folder...
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:01 PM Page 21 MP3 and CD Playback Playing MP3 Disc Repeat MP3 1. Press PLAY/PAUSE to start playback. Press 1. Press MODE to view MP3 menu. again to pause playback. Repeat OFF The file bit rate will be displayed on the right side...
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:01 PM Page 22 MP3 and CD Playback Navigation Chart MP3 Audio CD without Smart Trax HOME Press NEXT Press NEXT DIRECTORY to enter to enter Folder 1 Folder 1.1 F o l d e r 1 F o l d e r 1 . 1 . 1 F o l d e r 1 .
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RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:01 PM Page 23 MP3 and CD Playback MP3 Audio CD with Smart Trax Press NEXT SELECT to enter SMART TRAX Press NEXT Attribute in Main HOME DIRECTORY to enter Artist1 Directory Folder M y S e l e c t i o n...
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:01 PM Page 24 MP3 and CD Playback SMART TRAX NOTE: • indicates all tracks in a folder have been Smart Trax is only available for MP3 CDs created with selected to be placed into My Selection. this feature .
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:01 PM Page 25 Troubleshooting Tips Problem Solution Problem Solution System CD button Check power cord for a secure connection. Switch to another function and then back to doesn’t will not Unplug the unit for a moment, and then plug...
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:01 PM Page 26 MusicMatch Jukebox Troubleshooting 5. Click on the General folder. Problem Make sure “MP3 disc” is selected under Disc type at Startup. Can not burn Smart Trax CD in MusicMatch Jukebox Solution You may have exceeded the number of burns. Upgrade to MusicMatch Jukebox Plus to get unlimited burns.
RCD128-EN 12/4/02 6:01 PM Page 27 Maintenance Cleaning CDs Disconnect the audio system from the power source before performing any maintenance. • Dirty CDs can cause poor sound quality. Always keep CDs clean by wiping them gently with a soft cloth from Cleaning the inner edge toward the outer perimeter.
RCD128: 120V~60Hz splashing. TM9258U: 230V-50Hz Dimensions ( H x W x D mm): RCD128 - 170 x 440 x 270 Important Battery Information TM9258U -170 x 320 x 270 • Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you do not CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB): 20Hz to 20 kHz use your remote control for more than one month.
11721 B Alameda Avenue Socorro, Texas 79927 • Insure your shipment for of loss or damage. Thomson accepts no liability in case of damage or loss en route to Thomson. • Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not covered by the warranty.
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• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE- QUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT.
Limited Warranty (For Canada) Thomson multimedia Ltd. warrants to the purchaser or gift recipient that if any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in this product within 1 year from the original date of purchase, it will be replaced free of charge, including return transportation.
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