User manual

Guide de l’utilisateur
Manual de usuario

M4001
M4002
MC4001
MC4002

It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time.
Nous vous recommandons de lire ce manuel d’instructions avant d’utiliser votre nouveau produit pour la première fois.
Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo.
 Contents

Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 General Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Before you Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
EN FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Navigation Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Navigation Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
For Your Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Selecting What You Want to Play . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Technical Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Electrical Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Listening, Viewing and Recording 16
Music Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Music Playback Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Audiobooks Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION 4 Picture Viewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Video Viewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Video Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
End User License Agreement . . . . .5 Voice Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Playback Recorded Voice Recording . . . . . . . . . .21
Line-in Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Playback Recorded Line-in Recording . . . . . . . .21
Unpacking Your Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Deleting Recorded Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Computer System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Secure Music Download Requirements . . . . . . . .8
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 My Selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Adding Files to My Selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Headset Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Playing My Selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Caution While Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Clearing My Selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Back up your data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Player’s Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Accessing the Player’s Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Software Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Navigation and Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Inserting the Included CD into CD Drive . . . . . . .9 Shuffle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
DSP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Connecting to the Computer . . . .10 Slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Connecting the Player to the Computer . . . . . .10
Skipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Add to MySel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Important Battery Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Clear MySel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
System Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Transferring Files to the Player . . .11
Transferring Files to the Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Transferring Files via Yahoo! Music JukeboxTM
Additional Information . . . . . . . .25
Tips and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
(Windows® XP or higher only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Check for Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Transferring Files via Windows Explorer
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
(Drag-and-drop) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
In Windows XP (with Windows Media
USB Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Player 10 or above installed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
In Windows 2000 or Windows XP (without
Windows Media Player 10 or above
installed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Limited Warranty (U.S.) . . . . . . . .27
Disconnecting Your Player from the Computer 13
Limited Warranty (Canada) . . . . .28
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FCC Information

FCC Information This Class B digital apparatus complies with

Canadian ICES-003.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Cet appareil numérique de la class B est
Operation is subject to the following two conforme à la norme du NMB-003 du EN
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful Canada

interference, and (2) This device must accept any

interference received including interference Have a Blast- Just Not in Your
Eardrums
which may cause undesired operation. Make sure you turn down the
volume on the unit before you
This equipment has been tested and found to put on headphones. Increase
the volume to the desired level only after
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, headphones are in place.
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
CAUTION
against harmful interference in a residential RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
installation. This equipment generates, uses and THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROW-
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not HEAD WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER-
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
WA R N I N G S I G N S E RV I C E A B L E PA R T S I N - ALERTING YOU OF
installed and used in accordance with the ALERTING YOU OF
"DANGEROUS
S I D E . R E F E R S E RV I C I N G
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
I M P O R TA N T
INSTRUCTIONS
VOLTAGE" INSIDE PERSONNEL. A C C O M PA N Y I N G
instructions, may cause harmful interference to THE PRODUCT. T H E P R O D U C T.

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
particular installation.

In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or

RCA
modifications not expressly approved by Thomson
Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this M4001A
product. Equipment tested for
compliance as a
complete unit
If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be
RCA
determined by turning the equipment off and on,
M4002A
the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following Equipment tested for
measures: compliance as a
complete unit
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the
RCA
equipment and receiver.
MC4001A
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the Equipment tested for
receiver is connected. compliance as a
complete unit
• Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio / TV technician for help.
RCA
Also, the Federal Communications Commission MC4002A
has prepared a helpful booklet, "How To Identify
Equipment tested for
and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems." compliance as a
This booklet is available from the U.S. complete unit

Government Printing Office, Washington, DC

20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-
00345-4 when ordering copies.

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 FCC Information

Product Registration Technical Specification

Please fill out the product registration card and Product: Digital Audio Player
EN return it immediately. Returning this card allows Brand: RCA
us to contact you if needed. You can go to Model: M4001, M4002, MC4001, MC4002
www.rcaaudiovideo.com for online registration as
well.
Electrical Consumption
For Your Records 3.7V Lithium battery (built-in)

Keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase to

obtain warranty parts and service. IMPORTER
In the event that service should be required, you Comercializadora Thomson de México,
may need both the model number and the serial S.A. de C.V.
number. In the space below, record the date and Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13.
place of purchase, and the serial number: Col. Roma. Delegación Cuauhtémoc
Date of Purchase C.P. 06700. México, D.F.
Place of Purchase Telefono: 52-55-11-020360
RFC: CTM-980723-KS5
Serial No.
This unit may temporarily cease to function if
subjected to electrostatic disturbance. To resume
Service Information normal operation, you may press the RESET
button on the back of the player with a non-
This product should be serviced only by those metal pointed object (e.g. toothpick) to reset the
specially trained in appropriate servicing player.
techniques. For instructions on how to obtain
service, refer to the warranty included in this Do not separately recharge, disassemble,
Guide. incinerate, or expose to high temperatures.
Examples of high temperatures that may damage
your product include leaving it in a locked car in
the summer, or putting it on top of other heat
generating electronics devices (such as power
amplifiers and computer monitors).

Illustrations contained within this publication are

for representation only and subject to change.

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 operational details should any discrepancies arise in other languages.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Some of the following information may not apply • Refer all servicing to qualified service
to your particular product; however, as with any personnel. Servicing is required when the EN
electronic product, precautions should be apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
observed during handling and use. as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
• Read these instructions. liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
• Keep these instructions. into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
• Heed all warnings. exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
• Follow all instructions. normally, or has been dropped.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth. • ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install • Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
in accordance with the manufacturer’s splashing and no objects filled with liquids,
instructions. such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as • Always leave sufficient space around the
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other product for ventilation. Do not place product
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce in or on a bed, rug, in a bookcase or cabinet
heat. that may prevent air flow through vent
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the openings.
polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized • Do not place lighted candles, cigarettes, cigars,
plug has two blades with one wider than the etc. on the product.
other. A grounding type plug has two blades • Connect power cord only to AC power source
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade as marked on the product.
or the third prong is provided for your safety. • Care should be taken so that objects do not fall
If the provided plug does not fit into your into the product.
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement • Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet.
of the obsolete outlet. This product does not contain customer
• Protect the power cord from being walked on serviceable components.
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit • IF YOUR PRODUCT OPERATES ON
from the apparatus. BATTERIES, adhere to the following
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by precautions:
the manufacturer. A. Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, a different battery type, if inserted incorrectly,
or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold or if all batteries are not replaced at the same
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use time.
caution when moving the cart/apparatus B. Any battery may leak electrolyte or explode if
combination to avoid injury from tip-over. disposed of in fire or an attempt is made to
charge a battery not intended to be recharged.
] C. Discard leaky batteries immediately. Leaking
batteries can cause skin burns or other
personal injury. When discarding batteries, be
sure to dispose of them in the proper manner,
Portable Cart Warning according to your state/provincial and local
regulations.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.

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 End User License Agreement

IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY BEFORE DOWNLOADING upgrades or updates to the Program software to
OR INSTALLING THIS SOFTWARE! your computer in order to update, enhance, and/or
further develop the Program.
THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (THIS “EULA”) IS A
EN
LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU AND THOMSON INC., 2. LICENSE RESTRICTIONS
OR ANY THOMSON GROUP ENTITY, AS DEFINED BELOW (a) Except for the licenses expressly granted to you in
(COLLECTIVELY “THOMSON ENTITY”), FOR THE RCA OR this EULA, no other licenses or rights are granted or
THOMSON BRANDED PORTABLE DIGITAL AUDIO/VIDEO implied.
DEVICE APPLICATION/DRIVER SOFTWARE PROGRAM AND (b) You may not (i) make the Program available over a
ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTATION, IF ANY (COLLECTIVELY, network where it could be used by multiple
THE “PROGRAM”). THIS EULA CONTAINS IMPORTANT computers at the same time; (ii) modify, translate,
LEGAL LIMITATIONS, RESTRICTIONS AND DISCLAIMERS, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble (except to
AND ALSO SPECIFIES THE DURATION OF YOUR LICENSE. the extent that this restriction is expressly prohibited
BY INSTALLING THE PROGRAM OR CLICKING ON THE by law), or create derivative works based upon the
ACCEPTANCE BUTTON OF THE PROGRAM, COPYING OR Program; or (iii) copy the Program, except as
OTHERWISE USING THE PROGRAM, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE expressly permitted herein. You agree that you shall
AND AGREE THAT YOU HAVE READ THIS EULA, only use the Program in a manner that complies with
UNDERSTAND IT, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ITS all applicable laws in the jurisdictions in which you
TERMS AND CONDITIONS. YOU MAY USE THE PROGRAM use the Program, including, but not limited to,
ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS EULA, AND ANY SUCH applicable restrictions concerning copyright and
USE IS HEREBY UNDERSTOOD TO BE CONDITIONAL other intellectual property rights.
UPON YOUR SPECIFIC AGREEMENT TO THE UNMODIFIED (c) The Program may contain pre-release code that does
TERMS SET FORTH HEREIN. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE not perform at the level of a final code release. In
WITH ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS EULA, CLICK ON THE such case, the Program may not operate properly.
REJECTION BUTTON AND/OR DO NOT INSTALL THE Updated versions of the Program may be
PROGRAM AND/OR DO NOT USE THE PROGRAM. downloaded from www.rcaaudiovideo.com (if
purchased in the United States) and
1. LICENSE www.thomsonlink.com (if purchased in Europe).
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the Program on a single workstation, and (ii) to services for the Program.
make one (1) copy of the Program into any machine- (e) The Program is provided with “RESTRICTED RIGHTS”.
readable form for backup of the Program, provided Use, duplication, or disclosure by the U.S.
the copy contains all of the original Program's Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in
proprietary notices. subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of DFARS 252.227-7013, or
(b) You may transfer the Program and license to another FAR 52.227-19, or in FAR 52.227-14 Alt. III, as
party only as a part of the Thomson/RCA branded applicable.
Portable Digital Audio/Video Device (“A/V Device”),
and only if the other party agrees to accept the 3. TERM AND TERMINATION
terms and conditions of this EULA. If you transfer (a) Your license is effective on the date you accept this
the Program, you must at the same time either EULA and remains in effect until this EULA is
transfer all copies to the same party or destroy any terminated by either party.
copies not transferred. (b) You may terminate this EULA and the associated
(c) The terms of this EULA will govern any software license, without any notice or delay, by destroying or
upgrades or updates provided by THOMSON Entity permanently erasing the Program and all copies
that replace and/or supplement the original thereof.
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accompanied by separate license terms and EULA, in whole or part, your license will
conditions in which case the terms of that separate automatically terminate without notice from
license will govern. You acknowledge and agree THOMSON Entity.
that THOMSON Entity may automatically download (d) Upon termination of this EULA and your associated

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End User License Agreement

license, you shall cease all use of the Program and CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, THE
destroy or permanently erase the Program and all ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
full or partial copies thereof. (b) YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SELECTION
OF THE APPROPRIATE PROGRAM TO ACHIEVE YOUR
EN
4. WARRANTY DISCLAIMER INTENDED RESULTS, AND FOR THE INSTALLATION,
THE PROGRAM IS PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT USE, AND RESULTS OBTAINED.
WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED 7. WINDOWS MEDIA™
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A The software embedded within your A/V Device (the
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. “Device Firmware”) contains software licensed from
THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND Microsoft that enables you to play Windows Media
PERFORMANCE OF THE PROGRAM IS WITH YOU. Audio (WMA) files (“WMA Software”). The WMA
SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU (AND Software is licensed to you for use with your A/V Device
NOT THOMSON ENTITY, ITS SUPPLIERS, OR ITS DEALERS) under the following conditions. By installing and using
ASSUME THE ENTIRE COST FOR ALL NECESSARY REPAIR this version of the Device Firmware, you are agreeing to
OR CORRECTION. these conditions. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE END
USER CONDITIONS OF THIS SECTION 7, DO NOT INSTALL
This exclusion of warranty may not be allowed under OR USE THIS VERSION OF THE DEVICE FIRMWARE.
some applicable laws. As a result, the above exclusion The WMA Software is protected by copyright and other
may not apply to you, and you may have other rights intellectual property laws. This protection also extends
depending on the law that applies to you. to documentation for the WMA Software, whether in
written or electronic form.
5. OWNERSHIP RIGHTS
All title and intellectual property rights in and to the GRANT OF LICENSE. The WMA Software is only licensed
Program and any copies thereof are owned by to you as follows:
THOMSON Entity or its suppliers. All title and You may use this version of the Device Firmware
intellectual property rights in and to the content which containing the WMA Software only as such use relates to
may be accessed through use of the Program is the your A/V Device.
property of the respective content owner and may be
protected by applicable copyright or other intellectual You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble
property laws and treaties. This license grants you no the WMA Software, except and only to the extent that
rights to use such content. such activity is expressly permitted by applicable law.
You may transfer your right to use the Device Firmware
6. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY only as part of a sale or transfer of your A/V Device, on
(a) TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY the condition that the recipient agrees to the conditions
APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL THOMSON set forth herein. If the version of the Device Firmware
ENTITY, OR ITS DEALERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY that you are transferring is an upgrade, you must also
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL transfer all prior versions of the Device Firmware that
DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, WITHOUT you have which include the WMA Software.
LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS,
BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, CORRUPTION OF FILES, MICROSOFT IS NOT PROVIDING ANY WARRANTY OF
LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION, OR ANY OTHER ANY KIND TO YOU FOR THE WMA SOFTWARE, AND
PECUNIARY LOSS) REGARDLESS OF CAUSE OR FORM MICROSOFT MAKES NO REPRESENTATION CONCERNING
OF ACTION, INCLUDING CONTRACT, TORT, OR THE OPERABILITY OF THE WMA SOFTWARE.
NEGLIGENCE, ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF OR The WMA Software is of U.S. origin. Any export of this
INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM, EVEN IF version of the Device Firmware must comply with all
THOMSON ENTITY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE applicable international and national laws, including the
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. BECAUSE SOME U.S. Export Administration Regulations, that apply to the
STATES AND JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE WMA Software incorporated in the Device Firmware.
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY OF Content providers are using the digital rights

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 End User License Agreement

management technology for Windows Media contained shall be held invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the
in your A/V Device (“WM-DRM”) to protect the integrity validity, legality, and enforceability of the remainder of
of their content (“Secure Content”) so that their the Agreement shall not in any way be affected or
intellectual property, including copyrights, in such impaired thereby. This EULA is the complete and
EN
content is not misappropriated. Your A/V Device uses exclusive statement of the agreement between you and
WM-DRM software to play Secure Content (“WM-DRM THOMSON Entity, which supersedes all proposals or prior
Software”). If the security of the WM-DRM Software in agreements, oral or written, and all other
your A/V Device has been compromised, owners of communications between you and THOMSON Entity,
Secure Content (“Secure Content Owners”) may request relating to the subject matter of this hereof.
that Microsoft revoke the WM-DRM Software’s right to “THOMSON Group Entity” when used in this EULA shall
acquire new licenses to copy, display, and/or play Secure mean any person, corporation, or other organization,
Content. Revocation does not alter the WM-DRM domestic or foreign, including but not limited to
Software's ability to play unprotected content. A list of subsidiaries, that is directly or indirectly controlled by
revoked WM-DRM Software is sent to your A/V Device Thomson, French company. For purposes of this
whenever you download a license for Secure Content definition only, the term “control” means the possession
from the Internet or from a computer. Microsoft may, in of the power to direct or cause the direction of the
conjunction with such license, also download revocation management and policies of an entity, whether by
lists onto your A/V Device on behalf of Secure Content ownership of voting stock or partnership interest, by
Owners. contract, or otherwise, including direct or indirect
ownership of more than fifty percent (50%) of the
8. THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE voting interest in the entity in question.
ANY THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE THAT MAY BE PROVIDED
WITH THE PROGRAM IS INCLUDED FOR USE AT YOUR
OPTION. IF YOU CHOOSE TO USE SUCH THIRD PARTY
SOFTWARE, THEN SUCH USE SHALL BE GOVERNED BY
SUCH THIRD PARTY'S LICENSE AGREEMENT, AN
ELECTRONIC COPY OF WHICH WILL BE INSTALLED IN THE
APPROPRIATE FOLDER ON YOUR COMPUTER UPON
INSTALLATION OF THE SOFTWARE. THOMSON ENTITY IS
NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY THIRD PARTY’S SOFTWARE
AND SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR YOUR USE OF
THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE.

9. GOVERNING LAW
If you acquired this A/V Device in the United States, this
EULA shall be governed and construed in accordance
with the laws of the State of Indiana, U.S.A. without
regard to its conflict of laws principles. If you acquired
this A/V Device within the European Union, this EULA
shall be governed and construed in accordance with the
laws of France, without regard to its conflict of laws
principles. If you acquired this A/V Device outside the
United States or the European Union, then local law may
apply.

10. GENERAL TERMS

This EULA can only be modified by a written agreement
signed by you and THOMSON Entity, and changes from
the terms and conditions of this EULA made in any other
manner will be of no effect. If any portion of this EULA

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Before You Begin

Dear RCA Customer, Computer System Requirements

Thank you for purchasing the Player. This • Pentium III 500MHz or higher recommended
product will play open mp3 and Windows • Windows 2000 (Service Pack 3) or Windows XP EN
Media audio (WMA) content as well as (Service Pack 1 or higher)
content purchased from most online music • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher with Internet
download services. access
• 250MB or more free hard disk space for the
After purchasing and downloading music to software
your PC, you are now ready to move content • 128MB RAM (256MB recommended)
to your player. To transfer the music, you • CD drive capable of digital audio extraction
must use Windows Media Player or the • USB port (2.0 recommended)
application recommended by the online • Installed sound card
music download service. • Installed 16-bit color video card

(Note: Services and applications must be Secure Music Download

Windows Media audio-compliant and
support Digital Rights Management.) Requirements
• Windows XP (Service Pack 1 or higher)
Unpacking Your Player • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher with Internet
access
Your player came with everything you need to
• Windows Media Player 10 or higher
make music portable — all of the items shown
• Yahoo! Music Jukebox (Included in the CD)
below should have been packed in the box with
your player.
Warning
RCA Player Use of this player 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
Music Management CD copyright laws.
contains software
applications Caution
• Keep player out of direct sunlight. Exposure to
USB cable: Plug the
direct sunlight or extreme heat (such as inside
Line-in end into the
a parked car) may cause damage or
earphone jack on your
malfunction.
player, and plug the
• Do not expose to rain or moisture.
USB end into your
computer’s USB port.

Earphones

Line-in cable

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 Before You Begin

Headset safety Caution While Driving

Have a Blast- Just Not in Your Use of headphones while operating an
EN Eardrums automobile or moving vehicle is not
Make sure you turn down the volume recommended and is unlawful in some states and
on the unit before you put on areas. Be careful and attentive on the road. Stop
headphones. Increase the volume to operation of the player if you find it disruptive or
the desired level only after distracting while driving.
headphones are in place.

• Do not play your headset at a high volume. Back up your data

Hearing experts warn against extended high- As with any portable player, you must back up
volume play. the drive regularly. RCA and Thomson are not
• If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce responsible for lost data.
volume or discontinue use.
• You should use extreme caution or temporarily
discontinue use in potentially hazardous
situations.
Even if your headset is an open-air type
designed to let you hear outside sounds, don’t
turn up the volume so high that you are
unable to hear what is around you.

Software Setup
The Music Management CD that comes with your 2. If the setup screen does not appear, double-
player contains all of the necessary software click My Computer, double click your CD drive
components you need to make your player work icon, and double click Install to run the
properly. installer.
These components do the following:
• enable you to transfer files from your
computer to your player
• convert video files Note:
• format and sort the contents, update the • The Music Management CD also contains
system files. Yahoo! Music Jukebox that can help
transfer music content to your player.
Inserting the Included CD into CD Drive Please refer to the section on your
installed software for detailed operations.
1. Turn on your computer and place the Music • Refer to "Transferring Files to the Player"
Management CD that came with your player on page 11 for details.
into your computer.

IMPORTANT: Don’t connect the USB cable to

the PC or the player before or during the CD
installation.

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Connecting to the Computer

Connecting the Player to the Charging the Battery

Computer Your player is charging through the USB
Connect the player to your computer with the connection when it is connected to your EN
USB cable provided. The player will turn on computer. To fully charge the player, make sure
automatically. In Windows XP and when Windows your computer is on and the player is connected
Media Player 10 or above is installed, the player for at least 3 hours.
will appear as a Windows portable device using
the Media Transfer Protocol (MTP). If Windows Important Battery Information
Media Player 10 or above is not installed or if Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is
your computer is running Windows 2000, the incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
player will be connected in Mass Storage Class same or equivalent type.
(MSC) mode. It will appear as a drive letter on • Charge the player for at least 3 hours before
your computer and behave as a detachable drive first use.
for file transfer in one or both directions. • Charge the player for at least 3 hours after
putting away the player for a long time.
The Player • Battery replacement should only be made by
USB PORT
trained technicians. Refer to Limited Warranty
for details.
COMPUTER • Do not attempt to open the player. No user
serviceable parts inside.
• To reduce risk of injury, charge only
rechargeable batteries recommended by the
manufacturer for this player. Other types of
batteries may burst causing damage and
personal injury.
!
Warning: Caution
• The USB cable provided is dedicated for • The battery used in this player
this player only. DO NOT connect this may present a risk of fire,
player to the computer with any other explosion, or chemical burn if
USB cable. DO NOT plug this USB cable in mistreated. Do not separately
other USB devices. recharge, disassemble, or expose
• The USB cable provided may damage to high temperatures. Examples of high
other products if plugged into the temperatures that may damage your product
earphones jack. include leaving it in a locked car in the
Note: summer, or putting it on top of other heat
• It might take several seconds for the generating electronic devices (such as power
player to be detected. Click Refresh in My amplifiers and computer monitors).
Computer or Windows Explorer to make • Do not place the battery under
sure the player has been detected. direct sunlight or in excessively
• The player is capable of transferring files hot places over 45ºC (113ºF) such
at USB 2.0. If USB 2.0 port is available on as the dashboard of a car.
your computer, use it to connect to your • Dispose of used battery properly.
player. The player is still backward Keep away from children. Do not
compatible with the older USB 1.1 ports. disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
However, you will not be able to take full
advantage of the potential speed increase.

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 Transferring Files to the Player

Transferring Files to the Player

You may select one of the following methods to
EN transfer music content to your player: 1) Yahoo!
Music Jukebox, 2) drag-and-drop via Windows
Explorer. For method 1, you first need to have
successfully installed the software packages
included in the Music Management CD (refer to
“Inserting the included CD into CD drive).

OPAL

Note:
• Yahoo! Music Jukebox is supported in 1. Launch the Yahoo! Music Jukebox.
Windows XP or higher. 2. Attach the player to your computer. The
player’s name should appear after a few
Caution: Secure music download files must seconds in the left navigation pane.
be transferred to your player through the 3. In the Yahoo! Music Jukebox, click My Music or
Yahoo! Music Jukebox or the application click on a playlist on the left navigation pane.
recommended by your online music 4. Simply drag the playlist you want to the name
download service (Note: Services and of your player in the left navigation pane (you
applications must be Windows Media audio- can also drag tracks, artists and albums directly
compliant and support Digital Rights from My Music).
Management.) (Apple iTunesTM music content 5. The Yahoo! Music Jukebox will check to see if
is not supported). there is sufficient storage space on the player
to copy the audio files. If not, you will have to
reduce the number of audio files you are
transferring.
Transferring files via Yahoo! Music
Jukebox (Windows XP or higher only)
Yahoo! Music Jukebox lets you manage your
music easily and organize like a pro. Create your
own playlists: music for work, the gym, or even Note:
dinner. You can also buy download music and • Do not disconnect the USB cable during
transfer to your player in seconds. Just drag-and- music download. Doing so may corrupt
drop and you’re done. For more information on system files or the files being downloaded.
the installation and operations, please visit: • Yahoo! Music Jukebox is supported in
http://music.yahoo.com Windows XP or higher. Windows XP
requires Service Pack 1 or higher. Yahoo!
Music Jukebox requires Internet Explorer 6
or above for installation.
• Required updates to Yahoo! Music
Jukebox may be available from Yahoo!
after installation. Please refer to the
Yahoo! Music Jukebox Help for more
information about these updates.

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Transferring Files to the Player

Transferring files via Windows In Windows 2000 or Windows XP (without

Explorer (Drag-and-Drop) Windows Media Player 10 or above
In Windows XP (with Windows Media installed) EN
Player 10 or above installed) If Windows Media Player 10 or above is not
In Windows XP and when Windows Media Player installed in Windows XP, or your computer is
10 is installed, the player is connected to the running Windows 2000, the player is connected
computer in MTP mode. In the Windows Explorer, to the computer in MSC mode. You can transfer
when the player is opened, the “Data” and files via the Windows Explorer (drag-and-drop).
“Media” views will be displayed for the player.
From Windows Explorer, highlight all the
The Data folder is used to manage data content files/folders you want to transfer to your player
on the player, such as text files. The Media folder and drag them to the drive letter that is
is used to manage media content supported by associated with it.
the player for playback, such as mp3 and wma.
Picture files should be copied to the root
You can copy files to the player through Windows directory for viewing while video files can not be
Explorer (drag-and-drop). Picture files should be dragged and copied to the player directly as only
copied to the “Media” folder for viewing while .SMV files are supported. The video files must be
video files can not be dragged and copied to the converted and transferred to the player via RCA
“Media” folder directly as only .SMV files are Video Converter for playback (refer to page 19).
supported. The video files must be converted and Alternatively, you can transfer the coverted video
transferred via RCA Video Converter for playback files to the root directory.
(refer to page 19). Alternatively, you can transfer
the converted video files to the "Data" folder via
the Windows Explorer (drag-and-drop). Note:
• Windows XP requires Service Pack 1 or
You can copy files to / delete files from the player higher.
through Windows Explorer (drag-and-drop), but • If your computer has installed Windows
you cannot open or edit the files directly from Media Player 11, “Internal Storage” shows
the player. If you want to edit the files, you will instead of the folders mentioned above.
need to copy the files from the player to another Copy files inside “Internal Storage”.
location (drive) in the system. OPAL

OPAL

OPAL

OPAL

Caution: Secure music download files must

be transferred to your player through one of
the provided Jukebox software packages or
any applications recommended by the online
music download service. Please visit the
online music download service’s website
where you purchased your content from for
more details on transferring secure music to
your player.

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 Transferring Files to the Player

Disconnecting your player from the

Computer Note: Do not disconnect the USB
EN connection during file download. Doing so
For Windows XP users with Windows Media may corrupt system files or the files being
Player 10 or above installed, your player is downloaded.
connected in MTP mode to your computer by
default, you may disconnect the USB cable
directly when file download is completed.

For Windows XP users without Windows Media

Player 10 or above installed, your player is
connected in MSC mode. Your player will appear
as a drive letter on your computer. You may
disconnect it by clicking the icon from the
System Tray and select "Unplug or Eject
hardware". Select the drive corresponding to
your player.

OPAL USB Device

The "Stop a Hardware player" screen will appear.

Select the player to be stopped again for
confirmation and click OK and disconnect your
player from the computer.

OPAL USB Device

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General Controls

Before You Begin Overview

The following examples illustrate what you 1. The display
should do before operating your player. 2. M - Press once during playback to access the EN
1. These instructions presume you’ve already player’s menu. Press twice to access the Home
done the followings: menu. Press three times to go back to the
• Installed all necessary applications. playback screen.
• Transferred music from your computer to the 3. - Press and hold until the player switches
player. on/off. Press once to pause playback. Press
• Allowed your player to charge for at least 3 again to resume.
hours while connected to the computer.
- Scrolls up.
2. If you haven’t unplugged the player from your
- Scrolls down.
computer, detach the USB cable from the
- Skips backwards, goes back
player.
- Skips forwards, advances, make selection
3. Connect the headphones to your player.
4. Ensure the key lock is not activated by sliding 4. - Slide the key upwards to prevent
downward. accidental key activation. Slide downwards to
5. If your player isn’t already on, turn it on by unlock.
pressing and holding until the player 5. Reset button
switches on. The main navigation menu 6. Microphone
appears. 7. Earphones jack/USB jack/Line-in recording jack
- Insert the earphones, the USB cable here for
connecting to the computer or the line-in cable
for line-in recording.

7
Top view

Front view Right view Back view

MIC 6

1
5 RESET

4
2

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 General Controls

Navigation Display Selecting What You Want to Play

The following example illustrates the steps to
Indicates the item
EN select and play audio files in the Artists category.
currently selected 1 2 3 4 5
1. Press M twice during playback to enter Home
1
menu. Highlight “Music” by pressing or
Artists Now Playing . Then press to advance.
Black Eyed Peas 001/003 mp3 128K
Home
Bjork I'll Be Around Available
Chet Baker Duvall Now Playing only during
Volume and Destiny playback.
Dan Zanes Music
Duvall 00:01:15 00:03:40 Pictures
Videos
1. Indicates whether the player is playing or Audiobooks
paused.
2. Indicates that if shuffle mode is on/off.
3. Indicates that if repeat mode is on/off. 2. Highlight “Artists” by pressing or .
4. Indicates that the key lock function is Then press to advance.
activated.
5. Indicates the battery level of the player. Music
Artists
Navigation Menus Albums
The files are sorted according to their file types.
Titles
Music files are further sorted according to several
parameters for quick search of your favorite Genres
music. Once your player is turned on, you will see Years
the file menus as listed below:
3. The Artists menu appears with the artists listed
Artists
in alphabetical order.
Albums
• Scroll up and down the “Artists” menu by
Titles
pressing or .
Genres
Home Music • Return to the previous menu by pressing .
Years
Pictures • View the albums from the artist highlighted by
Videos pressing (the albums of that artist appear
Audiobooks in alphabetical order).
My Selections
Voice Recording Record Artists
Line-in Recording Play Back
Artist 1
Record
Artist 2
Play Back
Artist 3
Artist 4
Artist 5

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General Controls

4. Scroll up and down the “Albums” menu by 5. Highlight the desired song by pressing or
pressing or . .
• View the songs from the album highlighted by • To play the song, press or . The song’s
pressing (the songs of that album appear
EN
information will show on the display during
in track order).
playback.
• To pause playback, press .
Albums Album1
Album 1 Song 1
Album 2 Song 2
Song 3 Note:
Album 3
• The information provided in the playback
Album 4 Song 4 screen depends upon the ID3 tags that
Album 5 Song 5 have been set up for the audio file.
• To show the Player’s menu during
playback, press M.
• The item that you can select for playback
is not limited to a single file, you may
select an artist, an album and then press
to start playback of all files within
your selected item.

Listening, Viewing and Recording

Music Playback
Skips to the previous file*,
press and hold to scan
backwards within a file.

Skips to the next file, press and

hold to scan forward within a
file.

Starts/ pauses playback.

or Increases or decreases the

volume

* Press within the beginning 4 seconds of

the current music file to skip to previous file.
Otherwise, you will return to the beginning of
the current file.

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 Listening, Viewing and Recording

Music Playback Display Audiobooks Playback

EN

Now Playing
8
1 001/003 mp3 128K 7
2 I'll Be Around
3 Duvall
4 Volume and Destiny
6
5 00:01:15 00:03:40 9

1. Current file number/total number of files

2. Song name
3. Artist name
4. Album name
5. Elapsed playback time
6. Playback progress bar
7. File bitrate Skips to the previous file
8. File type when skip-by-file is selected*,
9. File total time skips to the previous section
when skip-by-section is
selected**, press and hold to
Note: scan backwards within a file.
The information provided in the playback
screen depends upon the ID3 tag Skips to the next file when
information that was recorded when created skip-by-file is selected*, skips
by the Music Management Software or Data to the next section when skip-
base the song came from. by-section is selected**, press
and hold to scan forward
within a file.

Starts/ pauses playback.

or Increases or decreases the

volume

* Refer to page 24 for details of skipping by file

or by section.
** When skip-by-section is selected, press
within the beginning 4 seconds of the current
audible file to skip to previous audible section.
Otherwise, will return to the the beginning
of the current section.

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Listening, Viewing and Recording

Picture Viewing Video Viewing

EN

Scrolls up during file navigation. Scrolls up during file navigation.

Scrolls down during file navigation. Scrolls down during file

navigation.
Goes back, skips backward.
Goes back, skips backward*. Press
Advances, skips forward. and hold to scan backwards
within a file.
Starts/ pauses slideshow if slideshow
is activated*. Advances, skips forward. Press
and hold to scan forward within
a file.
Press M twice during playback to return
Starts/ pauses playback.
to file navigation.
or Increases or decreases the
* Refer to page 24 to activate slideshow in the volume.
Player's menu.

Press M twice during playback to return

Note: In Windows XP, picture files to file navigation.
should be copied to the “Media” folder of
* Press within the beginning 4 seconds of the
the player for viewing while in Windows
current file to skip to previous file. Otherwise,
2000, picture files should be copied to the
will return to the beginning of the current file.
root directory for viewing.

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 Listening, Viewing and Recording

Video Converter 6. To edit the name

Your video has to be converted to optimum of the output
format before transferring to this player for video, click on the
EN box next to
playback. To do so, you need to install the RCA
Video Converter in your computer. You can install destination at the
the Converter from the music management CD or lower right corner.
go to http://www.rcaaudiovideo.com/software to • If you prefer to
download the most updated Converter for convert only a
installation. portion of the
video file, select
1. Load the music management CD included with the start and end
this player in your computer. Installation will time for the conversion at the lower right
start automatically. Follow the instructions on corner.
the screen to install the converter. • To resize the output video, click "Video Mode".
2. Launch the video converter after installation Select "Full Screen" to fully utilize the screen
has succeeded and connect the player to the of the player, yet part of the video may be
computer. cropped during video playback. Select "Full
3. Drag-and-drop video files from the Windows Image" to keep the ratio of the video size
Explorer to the list control panel. same as the input video, yet the screen of the
player may not be fully utilized.
• Select the quality level of the output video
among High, Medium or Low from the pull
down menu.
7. Click “Convert” to start the file
Drag-and-drop here conversion.

Select the
target folder

4. Select the target folder and enter the name for

output file by clicking “Browse”.
• If you want to transfer the video output file to
the player automatically after conversion is
complete, check the box underneath to do so.
5. Select the type of player from the pull-down
menu under “Player”. Select “OPAL” for this
player. Optimum settings for file conversion
will be selected automatically.

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Listening, Viewing and Recording

Voice Recording
Tip:
For operation details of the video 1. To start voice recording, press M twice during
converter, please open the help file by playback to access the Home menu. EN
pressing the ‘F1’ key on your computer. 2. Press or to highlight “Voice
Recording". Then press to advance.
Note: Home
• Picture files should be copied to the
Videos
“Media” folder for viewing in Windows XP
if Windows Media Player 10 or above is Audiobooks
installed. If Windows Media 10 or above is My Selections
not installed or your computer is running Voice Recording
Windows 2000, picture files should be
copied to the root directory for viewing. Line-in Recording
• Video files cannot be dragged and dropped
to the “Media” folder directly. They must 3. Press or to highlight “Record”.
be converted and transferred to the player Then press to access voice recording
via the RCA Video Converter for playback. mode.
Alternatively, converted video files can also Voice Recording
be transferred to the "Data" folder via the Record
Windows Explorer (drag-and-drop) in
Play Back
Windows XP with Windows Media Player
10 or above installed or to the root
directory if Windows Media Player 10 or
above is not installed or your computer is
running Windows 2000.

4. Press when the display shows “Ready” to

start voice recording.

Voice Recording

This video converter software relies on the Ready

video codecs already installed in your
computer. Make sure the video file you
wish to convert plays on your computer
before using the video converter software.
Note that some video files that play on 5. Press . to pause record. Press . again
your computer may rely on specialized to resume recording.
video playback applications that are not
compatible with the video converter Voice Recording
software.
wav
• If your computer has installed Windows
Media Player 11, “Internal Storage” shows VOICE001
instead of the folders mentioned above.
Copy files inside “Internal Storage”.
Elapsed Remain
recording 00:00:28 61:39:30 recording
time time

6. Press M to stop recording.

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 Listening, Viewing and Recording

Playback Recorded Voice Recording 5. Press to pause record. Press again to

1. Follow steps 1-2 above to enter the Voice resume recording.
EN Recording sub-menu.
2. Press or to highlight “Play Back” Line-in Recording
and press to confirm your selection. wav
3. Press or to highlight the recorded LINE001
file and to start playback.

Line-in Recording Elapsed Remain

1. To start line-in recording, press M twice during recording 00:00:28 61:39:30 recording
time time
playback to access the Home menu.
2. Press or to highlight “Line-in
Recording". Then press to advance.
6. Press M to stop recording.
Home
Videos
Tips: Adjust the volume level of the
Audiobooks source audio device in order to achieve
My Selections the optimum recording quality. The source
Voice Recording output varies from model to model. You
might want to experiment with a few
Line-in Recording
recordings to determine the proper
volume output of the source to get
3. Press or to highlight “Record”. Then
optimum recording quality from the player.
press to access the line-in recording
Recommend starting the source at around
mode.
the room volume level.
Line-in Recording
Record
Play Back
Playback Recorded Line-in Recording
1. Follow steps 1-2 above to enter the Line-in
Recording sub-menu.
2. Press or to highlight “Play Back”
and press to confirm your selection.
4. Press when the display shows “Ready” 3. Press or to highlight the recorded
to start line-in recording. file and to start playback.

Line-in Recording
Deleting Recorded Files
1. While an unwanted recorded voice or line-in
Ready recording is highlighted, press to start
the playback.
• Refer to Playback Recorded Voice Recording
and Playback Recorded Line-in Recording for
details in highlighting a recorded file.
2. Press M and then or to highlight
“Delete File” and press to confirm the
deletion.

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My Selections

Adding Files to My Selections Clearing My Selections

You can add your favorite songs to My Selections. 1. Press M during playback to access the Player's
menu. Highlight “Clear MySel” by EN
1. Press M during playback to access the Player's pressing or . Then press to
menu. confirm deletion of the selected items.
2. Press or to highlight “Add to MySel”
and press to confirm your selection. The Menu
music (mp3/wma/wav) file that is currently Repeat Off
playing is added to My Selections. Repeat the
DSP Flat
above steps for selecting more items.
Slideshow Off
Add to MySel
Playing My Selections Clear MySel
1. Press M twice during playback to access the
Home menu, highlight “My Selections” by
pressing or . Then press to enter
the My Selections.

Home
Videos
Audiobooks
My Selections
Voice Recording
Line-in Recording

2. With “My Selections” already highlighted,

press to start playback of selected items.

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 Player’s Menus

Accessing the Player’s Menus Shuffle

Press M during playback to access the Player’s Press repeatedly to select shuffle on or
EN menu. off. Files will be played randomly when shuffle is
activated.
Navigation and Selection This item is only available when you are listening
to a music (mp3/wma/wav) file.
Player’s Shuffle
menus Repeat Repeat
DSP Press repeatedly to select a repeat mode.
This item is only available when you are listening
Slideshow
to a music (mp3/wma/wav) file.
Add to MySel
Clear MySel Customize menu Repeat One 1 - Repeat the current item.
Settings Brightness
Repeat All - Repeat all items.
System Info Screensaver
Repeat Off - Repeat is Off.
PowerSave
Language
Restore Defaults Note: Repeat and shuffle will work
differently if you have highlighted a
song or a set (albums, genres, etc.). You can
select your desired combination of Shuffle
Menu
and Repeat to suit you.
Shuffle Off
Player’s Currently
Repeat Off
Menu selected
DSP Flat option
items
Slideshow Off DSP (Digital Signal Processor)
Add to MySel Press repeatedly to select a DSP mode.
Options available: Flat, Bass, Graphic, Pop, Rock
1. To scroll up or down to highlight items on the and Jazz.
screen, press or .
2. To confirm your selection or enter and view the Press repeatedly until Graphic appears and
submenu, press . then press to enter Graphic mode. In graphic
3. To go back to the previous menu level, press mode, you can customize the five band equalizer.
. Press or to select a band and then press
4. Press repeatedly to select options. or to adjust the band level. Press M to
exit Graphic mode.

Graphic EQ
Bass Low Med High Treb

0 0 0 0 0

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Player’s Menus

Slideshow Settings
The item defines the viewing time for each Press to enter the Settings menu and then
picture during a slideshow. Press repeatedly press or to highlight an item. Press EN
to select among: off, 3, 5, 10 and 15 seconds. repeatedly to change settings.

Skipping Customize Menu: to select what you wish to

Press repeatedly to select skip by file or display in the submenu of Music library, Artists,
section. Titles, Genres, and Years.
This item is only available when you are listening
to a multiple-sectioned Audible file. Brightness(1-8): to adjust the display light
brightness.
Add to MySel
Screensaver(10s, 20s, 30s and 1m): to adjust the
Refer to page 22 for details. duration before the screensaver activates.

Clear MySel Power Save(Off, 1m, 2m, 5m and 10m): to

Refer to page 22 for details. adjust the duration for automatic shut down
when the player is idle.

Language: to select the menu’s language.

Restore Defaults: to reset all menus to factory

defaults.

System Info
Press to show the amount of free space
available and the firmware version.

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 Additional Information

Tips and Troubleshooting • Problem: Player cannot play WMA songs.

• Problem: Player repeats same tracks or all – Secure music download files must be
tracks. transferred to your player through the Yahoo!
EN Music Jukebox or the application
– Repeat play is turned on. Press the MENU
button (M) to change the play mode. recommended by your online music download
service (Note: Services and applications must
• Problem: Audio distorted at high volume. be Windows Media audio-compliant and
– Change the DSP mode to Flat. support Digital Rights Management.) (Apple
– Turn down the volume. iTunes music content is not supported).

• Problem: The audio tracks on my player keep • Problem: The player takes a long time to read
skipping or popping. files in a folder.
– You’ll need to re-record the audio track – make – File reading may take longer if too many files
sure you close all other applications on your PC are put in a single folder. Re-organize your files
when you record. into a number of folders.
– Try recording with Error Correction setting
turned on. • Problem: Why song information is not showing
correctly?
• Problem: Player turns itself off. – Song information may not match your current
– Your player turns itself off if you leave it in player’s language setting. Change the
pause mode or navigation mode for the language setting.
duration specified in PowerSave setting.
• Why the player cannot view the picture files?
• Problem: The player cannot be turned on. - The player only supports .jpg extension file,
– Battery is empty. and do not support other formats like .bmp,
– Ensure the keys lock is not activated. .tiff, .jpeg.
– Reset the player by pressing the RESET button - All picture files need to be put in the "Media"
on the back of the player with a non-metal folder (if Windows Media Player 10 is installed)
pointed object (e.g. toothpick). or “Internal Storage” folder (if Windows Media
– If the player still cannot be turned on after Player 11 is installed) of the player when in
resetting, perform a firmware upgrade to Windows XP and connected in MTP mode or
restore it. put in the root directory of the player when in
– Please go to http://www.rcaaudiovideo.com for Windows 2000 and connected in MSC mode.
more details.
• Why the player cannot play the video files
• Problem: Player does not respond to key from the computer?
presses. - All video contents must be converted by the
– If your player stops responding to key presses, video converter which comes with the player
you can reset it by pressing the RESET button (please refer to the CD). Other format of video
on the back of the player with a non-metal file will not be supported.
pointed object (e.g. toothpick). Most of your - The converted video contents must be put in
settings will be preserved; only the settings the "Media" folder (if Windows Media Player
that you have changed after your last power 10 is installed) or "Internal Storage" folder (if
off will be lost. Windows Media Player 11 is installed) or put in
– This player may temporarily cease to function if the root directory of the player when in
subjected to electrostatic disturbance. Windows 2000.
To resume normal operation, it may be
necessary to cycle the power off and back on • Why does my player report that it is full?
or you can reset it by pressing the RESET – You have filled the capacity of the internal
button on the back of the player with a non- memory of the player.
metal pointed object (e.g. toothpick).
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Additional Information

– You have exceeded the maximum number of Check for Updates

items that this player supports. Your player can Visit http://www.rcaaudiovideo.com for the latest
only support up to 999 media files within eight news and firmware upgrades for our digital
hierarchy of folder in maximum.
EN
media player.
• Problem: Cannot playback tracks on the player.
– Make sure audio tracks are encoded in the Specifications
mp3 or Windows Media formats at supported Hardware
bitrates.
Bitrates support by the player: • Dimensions: 92.2 mm H, 46.1mm W, 8.7mm D
mp3 – 32 to 320 kbps • Unit Weight: 40g
wma – 48 to 192 kbps • Stereo Headphones/USB Connection Jack
– WMA files may be DRM protected and you • Battery Operated: Rechargeable lithium
don’t have the proper rights (license) to play battery.
the files.
USB Drive
– Check the website and/or application help
system of the music download service provider • External USB Drive: When connected to a
from where the content was purchased from computer via USB, the player is capable of
for license acquisition details. For more storing any file type allowing the user a fast,
information on how license acquisition works, convenient method of storing, retrieving, and
go to www.microsoft.com/windowsmedia/drm. transferring files. This includes word processing
files, presentations, spreadsheets and any other
• Problem: Why can't my portable player computer files.
playback songs downloaded from my paid • Capacity: M4001/MC4001 - 1GB,
Music Server Provider subscription service? M4002/MC4002 - 2GB
– The internal clock in your portable player may • Connection: USB 2.0, Hi-speed capable
not be up to date. Downloading a new
subscription song from your Music Server
Software
Provider should update your player's clock and • Includes the player applications and media
allow it to playback all your songs again. management software.
– The license for your subscription songs may
have expired. Synchronize your device with
your PC again to obtain an update to your
license. If the problem persists, please contact
your Music Service Provider for additional
support.

• What is MTP mode?

– MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) mode is
essential if you want to transfer DRM content
to your player. In MTP mode your player will
no longer show up as a drive letter. So
programs that were designed to work with a
player that shows up as a drive letter will not
be able to work directly with the player.

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 Limited Warranty (U.S.)

What your warranty covers:

• Defects in materials or workmanship.

EN For how long after your purchase:

• One year from date of purchase for labor and parts
• 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 Authorized RCA Audio Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts
required to repair your unit.

How you get service:

• 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.

What your warranty does not cover:

• 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 the U.S.A.
• 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 ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.

Limitation of Warranty:
• 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.
• 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 BREACH 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:

• 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.
• 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:

• 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.

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Limited Warranty (Canada)

What your warranty covers:

• Defects in materials or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase: EN

• 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 Authorized RCA Audio Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts
required to repair your unit.

How you get service:

• 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.

What your warranty does not cover:

• 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 ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.

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:

• 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:

• 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.

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IMPORTADOR
Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V.
Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13.
Col. Roma. Delegación Cuauhtémoc
C.P. 06700. México, D.F.
Telefono: 52-55-11-020360
RFC: CTM-980723-KS5
EXPORTER

Thomson Inc.
P.O. Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206-1976
© 2007 Thomson Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)
Marque(s) ® Deposée(s)
www.rcaaudiovideo.com

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