Technicolor - Thomson CS66 user manual

Safety Information English

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 moulded plug. If the mains socket are not compatible or if for any reason the plug is removed please follow the directions below. The moulded plug cannot be rewired and if removed must be disposed of safely.

DO NOT under any circumstances plug the severed plug into any mains socket as this could result in electric shock.

Important: If the plug is removed, rewire the new plug as follow:

The wires in the mains plug are coloured in accordance to the following code:

BLUE = NEUTRAL/BROWN = LIVE

If the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

BLUE wire to the terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black.

BROWN wire to the terminal coded L (Live) or coloured red.

DO NOT make any connection to the terminal in the plug which is marked

by the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.

A fused plug must be fitted with a 3A fuse approved by ASTA or BS1362 and fuse covers must be always be securely replaced. If you set does not work, the fuse may be blown.

This symbol means that your

inoperative electronic appliance must be collected separately and not

mixed with the household waste. The European Union has implemented a specific collection and recycling

system for which manufacturers are responsible.

This appliance has been designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components that can be recycled and reused.

Electrical and electronic appliances are liable to contain parts that are necessary in order for the system to work properly but which can become a health and environmental hazard if they are not handled or disposed of in the proper way. Consequently, please do not throw out your inoperative appliance with the household waste.

If you are the owner of the appliance, you must deposit it at the appropriate local collection point or leave it with the vendor when buying a new appliance.

• If you are a professional user, please follow

your supplier’s instructions.

• If the appliance is rented to you or left in

CAUTION –￿INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS FAILED OR DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

ATTENTION –￿￿RAYONNEMENT LASER INVISIBLE￿ DANGEREUX EN CAS D'OUVERTURE ET LORSQUE LA SECURITE EST NEUTRALISEE.

EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.

ADVARSEL!

USYNLIG LASERSTRĀLING, NĀR ENHEDEN ER ĀBEN OG SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERNE ER UDE AF FUNKTION ELLER OMGĀET. UNDGĀ EKSPONERING FOR STRĀLEN.

VORSICHT!

UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG BEI GEÖFFNETER ABDECKUNG, FALLS SICHERHEITS-VERRIEGELUNG NICHT EINGERASTET IST ODER WENN SIE BEEINTRÄCHTIG

IST. SETZEN SIE SICH NICHT DEM LASERSTRAHL AUS!

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

LASER KLASSE 1

LASERAPPARAT AV KLASS 1

AREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1

LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE

LASERPRODUKT AF KLASSE 1

VARNING!

OSYNLIG LASERSTRĀLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD OCH SPÄRRARNA ÄR URKOPPLADE. TITTA EJ IN I STRĀLEN.

VARO

u s e r m a n u a l

CAUTION!	Please respect the environment. Before
Invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid

your care, please contact your service provider.

AVATTAESSA JA OHITETTAESSA SUOJALUKITUS OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.

exposure to beam. Class 1 laser product. This	throwing any batteries away, consult your
system must be opened only by qualified	distributor who may be able to take them
technicians to prevent accidents caused by the	back for specific recycling.
laser beam.	Have a Blast - Just Not in Your Eardrums!
LASER λ = 780 nm, P max = 5 mW
Rating Information: At bottom/rear of the unit.	Make sure you turn down the volume on
This unit comply with the existing	the unit before you put on headphones.
requirements.	Increase the volume to the desired level
	only after headphone are in place.
In accordance with the rating plate of
the unit, this unit complies with current
standards concerning electrical safety
and electromagnetlc compatibillity.

Help us protect the environment in which we live!

				CAUTION
				RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Main plug is used as the disconnect device, it				DO NOT OPEN
	T H E L I G H T N I N G		CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE		THE EXCLAMATION
shall remain readily operable and should not be
	FLASH AND ARROW-		RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,		POINT WITHIN THE
obstructed during intended used. To be	HEAD WITHIN THE		DO NOT REMOVE COVER		T R I A N G L E	I S A
	T R I A N G L E	I S A	( O R B A C K ) . N O U S E R -		WARNING	SIGN
completely disconnected the apparatus from	WA R N I N G	S I G N	SERVICEABLE PARTS IN -		ALERTING YOU OF
supply mains, the main plug of the apparatus	ALERTING YOU OF		S I D E . R E F E R S E RV I C I N G		I M P O R T A N T
	" D A N G E R O U S		TO Q U A L I F I E D S E R V I C E		I N S T R U C T I O N S
shall be disconnected from the mains socket	VOLTAGE"	INSIDE	PERSONNEL.		A C C O M PA N Y I N G
	THE PRODUCT.				T H E P R O D U C T.
outlet completely.
	SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL

SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSETHIS PRODUCT

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

THOMSON
46, quai Alphonse Le Gallo
92648 Boulogne
Cedex FRANCE	EN/F	CS66
5629 1530 (EN/F)

It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time.

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Before You Begin General Controls

Display Clock and Timer

Unpacking Your System

You should have:

•One main unit (with 2 speakers);

•One remote control;

•One user’s guide;

•One Thomson Warranty Card

Installation

To ensure sufficient ventilation, keep the spacing shown as below:

Front view	10cm
10cm	10cm
Side view	10cm

5cm

Connecting the Speakers

The speaker connection jacks are located on the back of the unit.

When connecting the speakers, match the red wires to the red jacks and the black wires to the black jacks.

Speaker Wire Connection

Push Speaker terminal tab	Release tab to lock wire in
down to insert wire.	the terminal.

NOTE: Make sure the insulation is completely removed from the ends of the speaker wires at all connection points.

Using the Antenna

Before you use your audio system, you’ll want to make sure the FM antenna is positioned properly. The FM antenna is the coiled wire connected to the back of the unit. Uncoil it, 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.

AC & DC Power Input

Make sure you have connected all cables before plug in. For AC power, connect the power plug to an AC power outlet (230V~50Hz).

You can also power the unit with a 12V DC adapter (not included). Connect the adapter to the input jack at the back of the unit.

Note: DC power input will be disconnected whenever AC power is connected. Do not connect both DC and AC power at the same time.

Refer to the actual unit or remote control while you are reading below descriptions.

Front View

ON/ECO – Turns on/off the unit. Remember to unplug the power cord from the power outlet if you are not going to use the system for some time.

SOURCE – Selects CD, tuner and AUX mode.

/ – Skips backward or forward track/ file; searches down or up radio frequency.

- Starts and pauses playback.

- Stops playback.

BAND – Selects radio band.

Volume Control Knob – Adjusts volume. AUX IN - Remove the cover and insert external audio cables to L (left channel cable) and R (right channel cable).

- Remove AUX INPUT cover for insertion of headphones.

Top View

OPEN – Press to open the CD compartment door. Push the door downward to close it. ALARM - Press once to check alarm time, press and hold to switch on or off alarm function. DISPLAY - Press once to select analogue or digital clock display. Press and hold to activate or deactivate dimmer function.

ADJUST - Adjusts clock and timer. Press and hold to change display background colours.

Remote Control

ON/ECO – Turns on/off the unit. Vol – Adjusts volume.

– Stops playback.

- Starts and pauses playback.

/ – Skips backward or forward track/file; searches down or up radio frequency.

Preset EQ – Selects EQ effects.

X-Bass– Turns on or off extra bass effect. Display - Press repeatedly to select clock or playback displays.

Stereo - Selects stereo on or off in tuner mode. Folder Preset - Selects tuner preset stations in tuner mode; selects folders (if any) in mp3 / WMA playback.

Prog•Set - Enters program mode; confirms selections.

Band•APP - Selects band in tuner mode; starts auto-preset programming.

Source - Selects CD, tuner and AUX mode. Repeat - Selects repeat playback modes. - Turns on or off random playback. Intro. - Turns on or off track sampling.

Alarm On/Off - Turns on or off alarm function. Adj Time - Enters clock time adjusting mode. Adj Alarm - Enters alarm time adjusting mode.

Installing Batteries

The remote control must be inserted with 2 “AAA” or “LR03” batteries prior use.

	2
		1.	Playback modes
1	3	2.	Clock functions
		3.	Record functions
4		4.	EQ and bass effects
		5.	AM or PM time
		6.	Sound sources
5	8	7.	File formats
		8.	Radio frequency units
		9.	Digital clock time, track or file number,
	9		elapsed playback time
		10.	Radio bands
6	10	11.	Playback in progress
	11	12.	FM stereo

7 12

Clock and Timer

Setting Clock				3.	Press ADJUST (or Adj Alarm on the remote
1.	Press DISPLAY and ADJUST together (or				control) to move to the minute digits.
				4.	Press	or	to set the minute digits.
	Time Adj on the remote control) to enter			5.	Press ADJUST (or Adj Alarm on the remote
	clock setting mode. Clock time shows with				control) to move to source selection.
	hour digits flashing on the display.			6.	“SC” shows on the display for source selection.
2.	Press	or	to set the hour.		Press	or	to select source (CD, Tuner or
3.	Press ADJUST (or Adj Time on the remote				Buzz). Corresponding source icon shows on the
	control) to shift to the minute digits.				display (Buzz as “SC:bU”)
4.	Press	or	to set the minute.	7.	Press ADJUST (or Adj Alarm on the remote
5.	Press ADJUST (or Adj Time on the remote				control) to move to volume setting.
	control) to confirm the setting.			8.	Press	or	to set the volume. If source is
					selected as buzz, volume setting is not possible.
Setting Timer				9.	Press ADJUST (or Adj Alarm on the remote
					control) to confirm settings.
1.	Press ALARM and ADJUST together (or			•	Timer will be activated automatically after
					settings are finished.
	Adj Alarm on the remote control) to
	enter timer setting mode. Timer on time
	shows with hour digits flashing on the
	display.
2.	Press	or	to set the hour.

Activating the Timer	Sleep Function
Press and hold ALARM (or Alarm On/Off on	You can select the time interval in minutes before
the remote control) on the main unit to	the unit turns off automatically.
activate and deactivate the timer function.	• Press Sleep on the remote control to select
“ALARM” shows on the display when
	among OFF, 90, 80, 70, 60, 50, 40, 30, 20, and
activated. Timer cannot be set or activated if
	10 minutes. “SLEEP” icon flashes on the display
clock time is not set. Follow instructions under
	when actiavted.
“Setting Clock” to set clock.
	• When sleep is activated, press Sleep once to
	view remaining sleep time in minutes.
Analogue and Digital Clock	• Press Sleep again when the remaining sleep
	time is displayed to change sleep time.
Display
Two clock display modes are
available: analogue and		Note:
digital. Press DISPLAY to		Sleep is automatically de-
switch between the two		activated when the unit is turned
display modes. At the center		off.
of the analogue clock, “P”
stands for PM time, “A”
stands for AM time.

Special Features

Preset Equalizer Curves	Changing Display Brightness
Press Preset EQ on the remote control to	Press and hold DISPLAY on the top of the unit to
toggle among FLAT, JAZZ, ROCK, POP and	change the brightness level of the display.
CLASSICAL. The selection is highlighted on the
display.	Changing Display Colors
X-Bass	Press and hold ADJUST on the top of the unit to
Press X-Basson the remote control to turn on/	change the display colors.
off the x-bass feature.
The X-Bass icon is displayed.

Quick Start

CD Playback CD Playback

CD Playback

Refer to the following for basic playback and radio listening. For detailed operations and more advanced features, please refer to relevant sections.

Listening to CD/mp3/WMA Discs

1.Press ON/ECO to switch on the unit.

2.Press SOURCE to select CD mode.

3.Press OPEN on the top of the unit to open the CD compartment door.

4.Insert up a disc with the label facing up.

5.Close the CD compartment door.

•Wait while the unit reads and counts the total number of songs on the disc.

•If the CD compartment is not loaded with a CD or the CD is unreadable, “disc” flashes on the display.

6.Press to start playback. Press again to pause playback and again to resume.

•If the song is a mp3 or WMA file, the mp3 or WMA icon lights on the display.

•During playback, elapsed playback time and current track number show on the display alternately.

7.Press or to select previous or next track / file. Press and hold to search through the disc while it is playing.

8.Press to stop playback.

Listening to Radio

1.Press ON/ECO to switch on the unit.

2.Press SOURCE to select TUNER mode.

3.Press BAND (or Band•APP on the remote control) to select radio band.

4.Press or to tune down or up radio frequency. Press and hold for automatic channel search, “ATUO” shows on the display when searching is in progress.

CD-R / RW	This unit is compatible with
	audio CD-R/RW discs.				Notes on mp3/WMA Disc:
					• Use .mp3 as the extension when
					converting audio files into mp3 for
		Notes on CD-R/RW			saving onto CD-R(W) or CD-ROM, e.g.
					Abc08.mp3. Do not use any other
		• Do not affix any type of
					extension e.g. .doc, .pdf.
		labels to either side
			•	Do not use the .mp3 extension for other text
		(recordable or labeled side) of
			or non-audio data files as this may result in
		a CD-R/RW disc as this may
			serious malfunction and harmful noise
result in the unit malfunctioning.
			interference.
• Playback capability for CD-RW discs may
			•	For better quality in mp3 disc playback, the CD
vary due to variations in the quality of the
			quality should be recorded 128kbps or above.
CD-RW disc and the recorder used to
			• Disc data size > 650MB is not recommended.
create the disc.
			• Total files should not exceed 412 and the total
			folders should not exceed 100. It also depends
			on the length of the file/folder names.
		Note:	• For mixed mode discs, only one mode will be
			selected for playback depending on the recording
		Be sure to remove all discs
			format.
		from the disc compartment
			• To ensure good performance, wait until the
		before moving or
			disc changer completely reads the disc before
		transporting the unit!
			proceeding.
			• mp3 files in CD ROM EXTRA format disc
			cannot be recognized.

Basic Playback	Repeat Playback
Refer to “Quick Start” for basic playback.	Press Repeat repeatedly on the remote control to
Random Playback	select, the corresponding icon shows on display
	when activated:
Press on the remote control to turn on or off	Repeat 1: repeat current song;
random playback. “Random” shows on the	Repeat All: repeat all songs;
display when activated.	No icon: normal playback.

Sampling Tracks

During playback, press Intro on the remote control to turn on or off intro mode which plays the beginning 10 seconds of each track / file. “Intro” shows on the display when activated.

Clock / Playback Display

During playback, press Display on the remote control to select among analogue clock, digital clock and playback information displays.

Selecting Folders (mp3 / WMA discs only)

Press Folder / Preset (up / down) on the remote control to go to the next or previous non-empty folder.

Creating and Playing Programs

A maximum of 30 tracks can be programmed.

1.In stop mode, press Prog•Set on the remote contorl. “Pr: 01” (first program position) shows on the display followed by “00”.

2.Press or to select a track / file to be stored into memory location 1.

3.Press Prog•Set to confirm your selection and store that track into memory. The next available memory locations shows on the display. Repeat step 2 and this step to store additional tracks. In program mode, the PROG. icon lights on the display.

4.When finished programming, press to start playback of the program.

View and Edit Program List

1.Press Prog•Set repeatedly to view program list. To edit program location, press Prog•Set until the location you want to edit is displayed.

2.Press or to select the new track to be stored.

3.Press Prog•Set to confirm.

Deleting Programs

Press and hold to clear program list and “clr” shows on the display. The program list will also be cleared once the CD compartment door is opened.

mp3/WMA Playback Sequence

•Refer to the diagram below for playback sequence details on multi-level folder structure.

•Songs are played before playing songs placed in folders at each level.

LEVEL 1	LEVEL 2		LEVEL 3	LEVEL 4
A	B
Folder 1	Folder 1.1	3	Song 1.1.1
		4	Song 1.1.2
		5	Song 1.1.3
	C
		D
	Folder 1.2	Folder 1.2.1		6 Song 1.2.1.1
				7 Song 1.2.1.2
				8 Song 1.2.1.3
E	F
Folder 2	Folder 2.1	12	Song 2.1.1
		13 Song 2.1.2

9Song 2.2

10Song 2.3

11Song 2.4

G

Folder 3 14 Song 3.1

15Song 3.2

1Song 4

2Song 5

Note:

•Folder playback sequence is indicated by the letters from A to G

•Song playback sequence is indicated by the number 1 to 15 in front of the song name.

Radio

Troubleshooting Tips

More Information

More Information

Basic Listening			4. Press Folder/Preset (up or down) to select a
			memory location (up to 30 memory locations).
Refer to “Quick Start” for selecting radio			When you are selecting the preset location, the
mode, band and searching channels.			preset station number is flashing.
Auto Channels Preseting			5. Press Prog•Set to confirm the setting.
			Listening to the Preset
Press and hold BAND (or Band•APP on the
remote control) to scan stations. A maximum			Channels
of 30 stations can be stored. Beware of your			Press Folder/Preset (up or down) on the remote
preset channels being erased accidentally
because the scanning and storing process is			control repeatedly to select your desired memory
automatic upon pressing the button. “Prog”			location.
icon flashes during programming. Press			Suppressing Stereo Signal
Band•APP to stop scanning.
Manual Channels Preseting			Press Stereo on the remote control to switch
			between FM mono and stereo for FM broadcast.
A maximum of 30 stations can be stored.			If FM stereo reception is weak, select mono sound
			may reduce noise.
1. Press BAND (or Band•APP on the remote
control) to select band.
2. Press	or	to select station to be
stored.

3. Press Prog•Set on the remote control to enter program mode.

Auxiliary Input

Connecting External Device	Selecting and Playing External
Remove the AUX IN cover on unit front and	Device
insert audio cables (not included) to the L (left	Press SOURCE to select AUX mode. Control playback
channel) and R (right channel) input jacks
	on your external device. Adjust volume by rotating
	the volume control knob on unit front.

Problem

System will not turn on

No sound

Poor radio reception

CD does not play

Solution

•Check power cord for a secure connection.

•Unplug the unit for a moment, and then plug into power source again.

•Check the outlet by plugging in another device.

•Increase the volume setting.

•Check connection to speakers.

•Check that you have selected the appropriate function: CD, Tuner.

•Make sure headphones are not plugged in.

•Check antenna connection.

•Move antenna.

•Turn off nearby electrical appliances, such as hair dryer, vacuum cleaner, microwave, fluorescent lights.

•Check that CD is in the tray.

•Check that CD label is facing up.

•Check that PAUSE mode is not on.

•Check that CD function is selected.

•Use CD lens cleaner.

•Clean the disc.

•Try another disc

Problem

CD sound skips

CD button will not respond

Remote control does not work

Solution

•Clean the disc.

•Check disc for warping, scratches, or other damage.

•Check if something is causing the system to vibrate. If so, move the system.

•Make sure the speakers are at least 3 feet away or on a different surface from the main unit.

•Switch to another function (Tuner) and then back to CD.

•Check that the batteries are properly installed.

•Replace weak batteries.

•Check the system is plugged into power source.

•Point the remote directly at the system’s front panel.

•Move closer to the system.

•Remove any obstacles between the remote and the system.

Disconnect the audio system from the power source before performing any maintenance.

CD Player

CAUTION! This system operates with a laser. It must be opened by only a qualified technician.

Cleaning CDs

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.

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: 230V~50Hz Dimensions ( H x W x D mm): Unit size - 178 x 130 x 210 Speaker - 178 x 120 x 130 Net Weight - 3.6kg

CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB): 60Hz to 15 kHz

Rating Plate: Look for it at the bottom of the set.

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 be

placed on the apparatus.

•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.

•The use of apparatus in moderate climates.

Headset Safety

•Do not play your headset at high volume. Hearing experts warn against extended high- volume play.

•If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.

•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.

Important Battery

Information

•Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you do not use your remote control for more than one month.

•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 regulations.

•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.

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 unintended purposes are unlawful and therefore not condoned by Thomson.

ESD Remark:

In case of misfunction due to electrostatic discharge just reset the product (disconnect and reconnect of the power source may be required) to resume normal operation.

The descriptions and characteristics in this owner’s manual are for the purpose of general reference only and not as a guarantee. In order to provide you with the highest quality product, we may make changes or modifications without prior notice. The English version serves as the final reference on all product and operational details should any discrepancies arise in other languages.

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