This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation . This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica- tions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures

???Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

???Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

???Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dif- ferent from that to which the receiver is connected.

???Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni- cian for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includ- ing interference that may cause undesired operation.

In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or modifi- cations not expressly approved by Thomson Inc. could void the user???s authority to operate this product.

This device generates and uses radio frequency (RF) ener- gy, and if not installed and used properly, this equipment may cause interference to radio and television reception. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or tele- vision reception (which you can determine by unplug- ging the unit), try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

???Re-orient the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for the radio or television that is "receiving" the interfer- ence).

???Move the unit away from the equipment that is receiv- ing interference.

???Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so that the unit and the equipment receiving interference are on dif- ferent branch circuits.

If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/televi- sion technician for additional suggestions. Also, the

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, "How To Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems." This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies.

For Your Records

In the event that service should be required, you may need both the model number and the serial number. In the space below, record the date and place of purchase, and the serial number:

Model No.

Date of Purchase

Place of Purchase Serial No.

Service Information

This product should be serviced only by those spe- cially trained in appropriate servicing techniques. For instructions on how to obtain service, refer to the warranty included in this Guide.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil num??rique de la class B est con- forme ?? la norme du NMB-003 du Canada

IMPORTADOR

Comercializadora Thomson de M??xico, S.A. de C.V. Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 57

Col. Ampliaci??n Granada

C.P. 11529 Mexico D.F.

Telefono: (55)25 81 53 20

RFC: CTM-980723-KS5

0151

EXPORTER

Thomson Inc.

P.O. Box 1976 Indianapolis, IN 46206-1976 ?? 2003 Thomson Inc. Trademark(s) ?? Registered Marca(s) ?? Registrada(s) Marque(s) ?? Depos??e(s) 5567206A (EN/E/F) www.rca.com www.rca.com/LatinAmerica

Printed In China / Impreso en China

RD1021 / RD1071/ RD1075

It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time. Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo.

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Important Information

Important Information

Warning

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

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

???You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially haz- ardous 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.

???The armband is designed for carrying the player on upper arm only. DO NOT wear

the armband on other parts of the body such as the neck to avoid choking hazard or breathing difficulty..

Caution While Driving: Use of headphones while operating an automo- bile or moving vehicle is not recommended and is unlawful in some states and areas. Be careful and attentive on the road. Stop operation of the unit if you find it disruptive or distracting while driving.

Precautions for the Unit

Care of Memory Card (Not

Included)

???Do not touch the golden electrodes. Use a soft dry cloth to clean any dirt.

???Do not bend Memory Cards.

???Do not operate or store MultiMediaCards in places with frequent static electricity or electrical noise (e.g. speaker, TV set). Recorded data may be damaged.

???It is normal for Memory Card to get warm after being used for a long time.

???Always put it in storage case after removing from the unit.

???Do not store Memory Card near fire, places with high temperature/ humidity or in direct sunlight.

Battery Precautions

???Batteries may leak electrolyte if insert- ed incorrectly, if disposed of in fire, or if an attempt is made to charge a battery not intended to be recharged.

???Discard leaky batteries immediately. Leaking batteries may cause skin burns or other personal injury.

???Do not charge batteries which are not intended to be recharged.

???Dispose of batteries, according to fed- eral, state and local regulations.

???Do not use the unit immediately after transportation from a cold place to a warm place; condensation problem may result.

???Avoid shock to the unit especially during recording. Recorded data may be damaged.

???Do not store the unit near fire, places with high temperature or in direct sunlight.

???Do not operate or store unit in places with frequent static electricity or electrical noise (e.g. speaker, TV set).

???Clean the unit with a soft cloth or a damp chamois leather. Never use solvents.

???The unit must only be opened by qualified personnel.

Warning: Use of this product is for your personal use only. Copying CDs or downloading music files for sale or other business purposes is a viola- tion of copyright law. It is also a violation of copyright law to download files without permission of the copyright owner.

Power supply

??? Battery power: AAA (LR03) x 1.

The descriptions and characteristics given in this docu- ment are given as a general indication and not as a guar- antee. 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 product and opera- tional details should any discrepancies arise in other lan- guages.

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Table of Content

Before You Begin

FCC Information

Important Information

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . .1

1. Unpacking the player and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

2. How to use your clip phones . . . . .1

3. What???s so special about this mp3 player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

4. Insert batteries into the player . . .3

5. Inserting a Memory Card (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Skip / Search (Scan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Adjust volume Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Key Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Advanced Operation . . . . . . . . .8

DSP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Programming Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Editing Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

1. Unpacking the player and accessories:

When you unpack your new player, be sure you have removed all the accessories and informa- tion papers. The items shown below are packed with your player.

1.The Player

2.Battery

3.Software CD

4.Headphones

5.Connection Cable

6.Carry Case

WARNING: The armband is designed for carry- ing the player on upper arm only. DO NOT wear the armband on other parts of the body such as the neck to avoid choking hazard or breathing difficulty.

3. Lock the clip phone in place by

pushing down on the top of the ear hook until it locks.

6. Using Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . .4

7. Connecting the Player to your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

General Controls . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

General Operation . . . . . . . . . .7

Playback / Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Stop Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

File Download . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . .10

Limited Warranty

2. How to Use Your Clip Phones (The e.clipz)

The right ear clip phone is labeled R while the left ear clip phone is labeled L.

L R

1. Pull the ear hook away from the ear pad slightly. You will hear a click sound.

4. For best sound quality, make sure the earpad fits closely with your ear.

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Before you Begin

3. What???s so special about this mp3 player?

This player is meant to play mp3 audio files encoded on a memory card or recorded in the built-in flash memory.

Before You Begin

To do so, you need the use of a Windows computer with USB port , connection cable (included) and a music management software (MusicMatch Jukebox).

CDs

Optional:

Compression and transferPlayback MemoryCard (not included)

Connection cable mp3 music

built-in flash memory

Compressed music internet sites

A. To insert battery, open the battery compartment door.

The player has built-in flash memory (64MB for RD1021 / 128MB for RD1071 / 256MB for RD1075). To extend the play- time, you can use the optional Memory Card slot.

A.Insert a Memory Card into the card slot when the player is off as the diagram shows:

B.To remove card, push the Memory Card to eject.

www.rca.com

www.rca.com/digitalaudiodownloads

B.Insert 1 ???AAA???(LR03) battery with polarities corresponding to indications on the compartment.

C.Close the door of the battery compartment.

Note: Refer to the power level indicator on display for battery level.

Replace with new battery when the indi- cator is empty.

Caution: Do not remove Memory Card during playback or when power is on. It may stop unit from playing immediately.

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Before You Begin

General Controls

6. Using Headphones

Insert phone jack into PHONES at the top of player for listening.

Note: Have a Blast- Just Not in Your Eardrums. Make sure you turn down the vol- ume on the unit before you put on headphones.

7. Connecting the Player to your Computer

1.Lift the rubber cover on the player.

2.Insert the smaller end of the connection cable into the socket tightly.

3.Insert the opposite end of the connect- ing cable to the USB socket on the back of the computer.

4.Press "PLAY" button and "USB Connected" will be dis-

played on the device.

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1

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Increase the volume to the desired level only after headphones are in place.

3

Note: Refer to the Software Instruction manual for procedures in setting up USB drivers and transferring files to the player.

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Display

General Operation

P

Battery level indicator

Memory card inserted

To scroll the display information, press and hold the MODE button.

Playback / Pause

???Press PLAY to turn the unit on. Playback then starts automatically from the first track.

???In stop mode, press PLAY to start play- back of selected track. Current track number, elapsed playback time and encoded bit rate show on display.

???Press PLAY during playback to pause playing and press PLAY again to resume playback.

Stop Playback

???During playback, press STOP to stop playback with total number of tracks shown on display.

???Press STOP again to turn unit off. (The unit will also turn itself off automatically after about 1 minute if there is no key activation. )

???During playback, press Skip forward once to skip to next track starting. Press and hold for quick forward scan of play- ing track.

???Press Skip backward once to return to previous track start. Press and hold for quick backward scan of playing track.

Note: If the elapsed time of the playing track is less than 0:04, pressing Skip backward once will return to previous track.

If the elapsed time of the playing track is greater than 0:04, pressing Skip backward once will return to the begin- ning of the current track.

Adjust Volume Level

??? Press VOL + or VOL - to adjust sound volume. Refer to the volume bar on dis- play for sound level.

Key Lock

To avoid accidental key activation, slide the LOCK key to ON position to lock keys. Lock icon can be seen on dis- play. Slide to OFF position to unlock keys.

Note: When the unit is in off mode and the HOLD key is in ON position, pressing PLAY key will cause display to show the key lock icon for three seconds.

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General Operation

Advanced Operation

DSP

???Press repeatedly to select among the DSP modes:

FLAT > BASS > POP > ROCK > JAZZ

???During playback, press and hold DSP will show song title, artist, format and bit rate on display.

Play modes

??? Press MODE repeatedly during play- back to switch among the following

Normal playback

Note: Program and Repeat program will only appears if there are programmed tracks.

Programming Tracks

1.Press and hold MODE for 2 seconds in stop mode to enter program mode. You will see ???P??? icon lit representing program mode, flashing ??? - -??? for track selection and ???P01??? for program list position. (If you have program in your player, the pre- programmed track number will be shown.

2.Press Skip backward or Skip for- ward to select a track. Selected track number will flash.

Note: The player will enter Intro Play mode and play the beginning of each track as you scroll through tracks for pro- gramming.

3.Press MODE to confirm selection.

4.Press MODE again to skip to the next programming position.

5.Repeat steps 2-4 for further selections. Maximum 20 selections can be made.

6.Press STOP to exit programming mode or unit returns to stop mode automatical- ly after 30 seconds if there is no key acti- vation.

See section on ???Play Modes??? to playback programmed tracks.

Editing program

Overwriting Programmed Tracks

1.In stop mode, press and hold MODE to enter program mode.

2.Press MODE to select the pro- grammed track you want to overwrite.

3.Press Skip backward or Skip for- ward to select the new track you want to store.

4.Press MODE to confirm selection.

5.Repeat steps 2 and 3 to overwrite additional programmed tracks.

Deleting Programmed Tracks

1.In stop mode, press and hold MODE to enter program mode.

2.Press MODE to select the pro- grammed track to be deleted.

3.Press and hold DSP for about 3 sec- onds to delete unwanted track from your program list, ??? - - ??? will show on dis- play to indicate successful deletion.

4.Repeat steps 2 and 3 to delete addi- tional tracks from the program list.

5.To cancel editing program, press STOP once , or unit will return to stop mode automatically after 30 seconds if there is no key activation.

File Download

When the unit is connected to the com-

puter, press PLAY to activate, then ???USB EN Connected??? will be displayed on the

screen.

During transfer, ???USB Transfer ...??? will flash. When the transfer is complete, the display will change to "USB Connected". Do not unplug the USB cable when the display is flashing.

NOTE:

See Software Instruction Manual for instructions to install USB driver , music management software and to transfer tracks to player and/or memory card.

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Troubleshooting Tips

The player does not turn on when PLAY button pressed.

???Batteries may be inserted incorrectly.

???Batteries may be empty.

Skipping tracks or bad sound quality?

???Repeat, random or program function may be activated.

???There may be strong magnetic fields (e.g. too close to TV) near the unit.

???Low Battery level. Replace with new ones.

Cannot perform playback?

???LOCK function may be activated.

???There may be no mp3 tracks in the card or internal memory.

???Memory Card may be damaged.

???Tracks may not be encoded at the supported bitrates or formats. Check the software manual for details.

USB display does not appear when connected to computer.

???Check connection between your unit and the computer. (Refer to Software Instruction Manual)

???Check if USB drivers are properly installed (Refer to Software Instruction Manual)

The player does not respond to key operations?

??? Turn the player off by removing the batteries. Reinsert the batteries properly and turn the player on again to resume normal operations.

Why is the CARD icon keep flashing on display?

??? Check if the memory card inserted is in correct format.

Under some rare circumstances, your unit might report less memory than is available for storing music files. If this happens, format the device to recover all memory. WARNING: Formatting the device will erase all contents stored. Backup any valuable files before doing so.

U.S. Limited Warranty

What your warranty covers:

??? Defects in materials or workmanship.

What we will do:

???Provide you with a new, or at our option, a refurbished unit. The exchange unit is under warranty for the remainder of the original product???s warranty period.

???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.

How to make a warranty claim:

???Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were originally provided with the product. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials.

???Include evidence of purchase date such as the bill of sale. Also print your name and address and a description of the defect. Send via standard UPS or its equivalent to:

Thomson Inc.

Product Exchange Center

11721 B Alameda Avenue

Socorro, Texas 79927

???Insure your shipment for of loss or damage. Thomson accepts no liability in case of damage or loss en route to Thomson.

???Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not covered by the warranty.

???A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you freight prepaid.

What your warranty does not cover:

???Customer instruction. (Your Owner???s Manual provides information regarding operating Instructions and user controls. For additional information, ask your dealer.)

???Installation and set-up service adjustments.

???Batteries.

???Damage from misuse or neglect.

???Products which have been modified or incorporated into other products.

???Products purchased or serviced outside the USA.

???Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.

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U.S. Limited Warranty

Product Registration:

??? Please complete and mail the Product registration Card packed with your unit. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty cover- age.

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 REME-

DY OF THE CONSUMER. THOMSON INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-

QUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY

BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF

WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDI-

ANA. 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 this 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 product outside the USA:

??? This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.

Canadian Limited Warranty

Thomson Multimedia Ltd. warrants to the purchaser or gift recipient that if any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in this product within 1 year from the original date of purchase, it will be replaced

free of charge, including return transportation.EN This warranty does not include damage to the product resulting from accidents, misuse or leaking bat-

teries.

Should your product not perform properly during the warranty period, either: 1. Return it to the selling dealer with proof of purchase for replacement,

OR

2.Remove the batteries (where applicable), and pack product complete with accessories in the original carton (or equivalent).

???Mail prepaid (with proof of purchase) and insured to:

Thomson Multimedia Ltd. 6200 Edwards Blvd., Mississauga, Ontario,

L5T 2V7 Canada

The provisions of this written warranty are in addition to and not a modification of or subtraction from the statutory warranties and other rights and remedies contained in any applicable legislation, and to the extent that any such provisions purport to disclaim, exclude or limit any such statutory war- ranties and other rights and remedies, such provisions shall be deemed to be amended to the extent necessary to comply therewith.

If you are unable to find a qualified servicer for out of warranty service, you may write to: Thomson Inc.

P.O. Box 0944

Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.A., 46206-0944

Attach your sales receipt to this booklet for future reference. This information is required if service is needed during the warranty period.

PURCHASE DATE

NAME OF STORE