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CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM Page 2 THOMSON 46, quai Alphonse Le Gallo 92648 Boulogne Cedex FRANCE 55875970 www.thomson.net...
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CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM Page 3 u s e r m a n u a l CS520 It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time.
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM Safety Information For UK Only CONNECT THE MAIN LEAD INTO A MAINS POWER SOCKET POWER SUPPLY 230V. It must not be connected to D.C. mains. Note: The mains lead of the set is fitted with a molded plug.
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CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM Safety Information CAUTION! Invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid exposure to beam. Class 1 laser product. This system must be opened only by qualified technicians to prevent accidents caused by the laser beam. LASER λ = 780 nm, P max = 5 mW Rating Information: At bottom/rear of the unit.
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM Getting Started Unpacking the system You should have the following: • one main unit (with 2 main speakers); • one remote control; • one FM antenna; • one AM loop antenna; • one user’s guide;...
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM General Controls Main Unit ON/ECO SOURCE CLOCK TIMER RECORD PROG/SET DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3 DISC 4 CD-R / RW COMPATIBLE Front View ON/ECO - Press and hold in standby mode to enter ECO (power saving, without clock display) mode.
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM General Controls TUNE/PRESET — In CD mode - Stops CD playback. In simple mp3 mode - Returns to the first track on the current disc. In Tuner mode - Sets tune or preset mode. In Tape mode - Stops tape playback.
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM General Controls Remote Control ON/ECO - keep pressing briefly STANDBY mode to enter ECO (power saving, without clock display) mode. EQ - Selects equalizer presets. B. BOOST - Turns on or off Bass Boost. OPEN•CLOSE - Opens and closes disc compartment.
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM General Controls 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. Remove the battery compartment door...
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM Settings Showing Demonstration Press DEMO to turn on/off demonstration mode. The demonstration scrolls through all display operations. Setting the Clock 1. Press and hold CLOCK until the hour flashes on the display. 2. Press PRESET -...
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM Settings Sleep Mode You can select the time interval in minutes before the unit turns off automatically. Press SLEEP on the remote to select among OFF, 120, 90, 60, 45, 30, 15 and 5 minutes. (Remote Only) The “SLEEP”...
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM CD Player Important CD and mp3 Information This unit is compatible with CD-R / RW 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.
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM CD Player Loading Discs 1. Press SOURCE repeatedly on the main unit or CD on the remote control to select CD mode. 2. Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc compartment. 3. Insert up to 5 discs with label face up.
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM CD Player Selecting a Disc • Press DISC 1, DISC 2, DISC 3, DISC 4, or DISC 5 on the main unit to directly access the corresponding disc. • Press DISC SKIP on the remote control to skip discs.
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM CD Player Setting Up a CD Program Tips: You can create a program of up to 32 tracks. 1. While the CD player is stopped, press PROG/SET to enter program mode. The system displays the next available program number (-- -- P:01).
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM Radio Selecting Tuner Band 1. Press SOURCE on the main unit or TUNER on the remote control to enter Tuner mode. 2. Press BAND / AUTO PROG / CD INFO to select between MW, LW or FM Radio band.
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM Radio Tuning to an RDS Station Note: RDS stations broadcast on FM only. When the tuner detects an RDS signal, the RDS icons turns on. 1. Press TUNE/PRESET to access preset station or press SKIP BACKWARD FORWARD to desired frequency.
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM Tape Player Selecting Tape Player Press SOURCE on the main unit or TAPE on the remote control to select tape mode. Playing a Tape 1. In tape mode, press on the cassette door to open it.
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM Troubleshooting Tips Problem Solution System will • Check power cord for a secure not turn connection. • Unplug the unit for a moment, and then plug into power source again. • Check the outlet by plugging in another device.
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CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM Troubleshooting Tips Problem Solution • Check that the mp3 disc is created with a single folder structure. Refer to the playback diagram below for playback sequence details on multi-level folder structure. sequence • For example, folders and songs from level 2 are played before moving on to play is out of folders and songs from level 3.
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM Maintenance Disconnect the audio system from the power source before performing any maintenance. Cleaning Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust cloth. CD Player CAUTION! This system operates with a laser. It must be opened by only a qualified technician.
CS520 EN 2/23/04 3:56 PM Important Information 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...
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