RCA RP2730 Leaflet

1. Folder number
2. Elapsed time
3. Songs and FM 

information

4. Program
5. Random
6. DBBS
7. Battery Indicator

* For different playmode icons, please
refer to the playmode section.

Slide the open switch to the right to
open the door. Insert a disc and press
lightly on the centre to lock. Close the
door.

Press play/pause 

button on the

main unit to start playback. READING
will appear on the display.  Playback will
start automatically.
When the playback is stopped, the total
number of tracks and time will be
displayed for audio CD; for mp3 disc, the
total folder and track numbers will be
displayed.
If the disc compartment is empty or the
disc cannot be read, NO DISC will
appear on the display.

The ELECTRONIC SHOCK
PROTECTION* system prevents sound
interruptions when impacts or vibrations
occur. Electronic anti-shock consumes
less power and increases the battery life.
Therefore, the ESP function is always
ON.
After many successive impacts, the
buffer might be emptied causing a brief
sound interruption for the memory to
reload.

Press  

folder/fm preset to skip to the

next folder.

Press 

to skip to the previous track.

Press and hold to search backward in a
track.
Press 

to skip to the next track.

Press and hold to search forward in a
track. 

During playback, press play/pause
on the main unit to pause playback. The
minutes and seconds flash when
interrupted.

Press stop

on the main unit.

Press DBBS 

repeatedly to select

NORMAL, DBBS I and DBBS II.

You can replay the entire CD or one 
track as many times as you wish.

In CD mode, press m repeatedly to

Replay the current track.
Replay the entire CD (CD only)
Replay the current folder. (mp3 only)
Play tracks randomly.
Play random track repeatedly.

This function lets you listen to the tracks
you selected in the order you want. You
can program up to 64 tracks. The CD
player must be in stop mode.
1. Press p to enter program mode. P icon
will flash in the display.
2. The first unoccupied program location
will show on the display, e.g. “P01”.
3. Press  

or 

to select a folder

and press p to confirm (mp3 disc only).
4. Press 

or 

to select a track to

store.
5. Press p to confirm your selection.
6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 to store another
track.
7. Press play/pause

to listen to

your programming.

To cancel your program, press and hold
p when you are in program mode. The
program will be automatically cancelled.
(Program will also be cancelled when
you change disc.)

To enter program mode, press p in stop
mode; to exit program mode, press stop
twice 

in program mode.

1. Press RADIO to select FM radio.
2. Press 

or 

to search for the

desired station.

1. In radio mode, press and hold 

or

to auto search up or down in FM

frequency. Searching will stop when a
station is found.

Your player has 20 preset stations for
easy access to your favorite FM radio
stations.

You can save a radio frequency as a
preset station:
1. Press p.
2. You can change the preset destination
by pressing  

folder/fm preset .

3. Press p again to confirm.

1. Press RADIO to select FM radio.
2. Press 

folder/fm preset to access

the next preset station.
The display will show the frequency and
the preset number.  

Slide the lock switch on the main unit to   

position to lock the button on the

main unit to avoid accidental activation
of unwanted functions.
“Hold” will show on the display when
the control is locked.

1

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, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or
modifications not expressly approved by
Thomson Inc. could void the user’s authority to
operate this product.
This device generates and uses radio frequency
(RF) energy, 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 television reception (which you can
determine by unplugging 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 interference).
•   Move the unit away from the equipment that
is receiving interference.
•   Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so
that the unit and the equipment receiving
interference are on different branch circuits.
If these measures do not eliminate the
interference, please consult your dealer or an
experienced radio/television technician for
additional suggestions. Also, the 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.
This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR
Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of

manufacture.

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:
Date of Purchase
Place of Purchase
Serial No.

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

Product: Personal CD Player
Brand: RCA
Model: RP2730/RP2732

2 x “AA” Batteries

IMPORTER
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

This Class B digital apparatus complies with

Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la class B est

conforme à la norme du NMB-003 du

Canada

ADVARSEL!
USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING VED ÅBNING NAR
SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERE ER  UDE AF  FUNKTION.

 UNGDÅ UDSAETTELSE FOR STRÅLNING.

VORSICHT!
UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRALUNG
WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET UND SICHERHEITS–
VERRIEGELUNG ÜBERBRÜCKT.
NICHT DEM LASERSTRAHL AUSSETZEN!

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

ATTENTION  –

   

RAYONNEMENT LASER INVISIBLE

DANGEREUX EN CAS D'OUVERTURE ET LORSQUE
LA SECURITE EST NEUTRALISEE.
EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
APPAREIL  A LASER  DE CLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASERAPP ARAT

VARNING–
OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL
ÄR ÖPPNAD OCH SPÄRRAN ÄR URKOPPLADE.
BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.
VARO!
AVATTAESSA JA  SOUJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA
OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE.
LASERSÄTEILYLLE ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.

Invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid 
exposure to beam. Class I  laser product. This
system must be opened only by qualified 
technicians to prevent accidents caused by the
laser beam.

LASER  λ  = 780 nm, P max = 5 mW
Rating Information: At bottom of the unit
this unit comply with the existing
requirements

In accordance with the rating plate
of the unit, this unit complies with
current standards concerning
electrical safety and
electromagnetic compatibility.

You should have the following:
•

one main unit 

•

one remote control (RP2732 only)

•

one set of ear budphones

• 

one user’s guide

1. 

stop button- Turns the unit off

/  stops CD playback.
2.  

play/pause button -  Turns

on/off the unit, starts or pauses CD
playback.
3. 

- In CD/mp3 mode, search/skip

backward track /file. In tuner mode,
search backward. 
4. 

- In CD/mp3 mode, search/skip

forward track /file. In tuner mode,
search forward.
5. m button - Selects the playmode 
6. p button -  Enters program mode.

7. 

DBBS - Selects Bass Boost

8. RADIO -  Enters radio mode.

9.      folder/fm preset button - In
mp3 mode, select forward folder. In
FM preset mode, access the next
preset station.
10. DC jack -  You can insert the
adapter instead of batteries for
indoor use. 
11. Line Out / 

Headphones -

Insert your headphones here.
12. open switch -  Slide to open CD
door.
13. Volume buttons -  To adjust the
volume.
14. lock switch - To lock or unlock
the buttons.
15. CD / LOCK / RADIO switch -
Selects CD, LOCK and RADIO mode.

You can power your CD player with an
AC/DC adapter. Refer to the table for
details of the operating voltage.
AC/DC adapter is purposed for indoor
use in dry rooms only. Remove the jack
from the device to use it with the
batteries.

Use 5-4079B AC/DC Adapter (not
included) or “AA” x 2 (not included)
batteries to operate your unit.

Note:

Power is fed to the unit even

when it is not functioning. To

cut the power supply off, the

AC/DC adapter must be unplugged.

Note:

Remember to slide the 

lock switch to ON position to

activate the control again.

Note:

To prevent excessive

battery consumption, the

unit switches off automatically in all

modes after 30s if no key has been

activated.

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.

Clean the player with a soft cloth, or a
damp chamois leather. Never use 
solvents.

•  Do not store CDs in damp areas.
•  Do not expose CDs to high
temperatures.

•  Do not put any tape or adhesives on
either side of the disc.
•  You should avoid leaving the CD
door open. Dust is liable to impair
performance of the laser optical unit.
•  Do not use your set immediately
after transport from a cold place to a
warm place: there may be condensation
problems.
•  Do not touch the playing surface.
Make sure that you keep your set away
from water and high temperatures.
•  If you do not use your set on battery
power for more than one month, we
advise you to take out all the batteries.
•  To prevent personal injury, do not
reverse any battery and do not mix
battery types.
•  Discard leaking batteries immediately.
Leaking batteries can cause skin burns
or other personal injury.
•  This apparatus shall not be exposed to 
dripping and splashing.
•  Prolonged use of the CD player at full 
volume can damage the user’s ear.

•  Do not affix any type of labels to 
either side (recordable or labeled    
side) of a CD-R/RW disc as this may
result in the unit malfunctioning.
•  To avoid damages to the CD-R/RW
disc, do not open the disc compartment
door while the disc is being read.
•  Do not load an unrecorded CD-R/RW 
disc into the unit. This may take a
longer time to read the disc.
•  Playback capability for CD-RW discs 
may vary due to variations in the quality
of the CD-RW disc and the recorder
used to create the disc.

Before throwing any
batteries away, consult
your distributor who
may be able to take
them back for specific
recycling.

Have a Blast- Just Not in
Your Eardrums
Make sure you turn down
the volume on the unit
before you put on 
headphones. Increase the volume to the
desired level only after headphone is in
place.
• Do not play your headset at  high 
volume.  Hearing experts warn against
extended high-volume play. 
• If you experience ringing in your ears,
reduce volume or discontinue use. 
• You should use with extreme caution
or temporarily discontinue use in 
potentially  hazardous situations.
Even if your headset is an open-air
designed to let  you to hear outside
sounds, do not turn up the  volume so
high that you are unable to hear what is
around you.

Power Supply
• 4.5V DC through AC/DC adapter
• 2 “AA” batteries
• 4.5V DC (through car DC adapter)

Note:

For mp3 disc, if you have

reached the final track

within a folder, pressing 

will bring

you to the first track of the next

folder.

8. Track number
9. Playmode
10. Stereo Sound
Indicator
11. FM radio 

CD

RADIO

2

15

3

4

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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 EQUIPO.

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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.
This warranty does not include damage to the product resulting from accidents,
misuse or leaking batteries.
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:

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 warranties 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

What your warranty covers:
• Defects in materials or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:
• One year from date of purchase.

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:
• 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:

•  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 setup 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.

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 coverage.

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.

Thomson multimedia Ltd. garantit à l'acheteur ou au propriétaire du produit
que s'il présente un défaut de fabrication dans l'année qui suit la date d'achat
originale, le produit sera remplacé gratuitement, frais d'expédition inclus.  
La présente garantie n'inclut pas les dommages attribuables à des accidents, à
une mauvaise utilisation du produit ou à des piles qui coulent.
Advenant que le produit ne fonctionne pas correctement durant la période de
garantie: 
1. Le retourner au détaillant avec preuve d'achat pour obtenir un produit de

remplacement, 

OU 

2

Retirer les piles (s'il y a lieu) et emballer le produit, accessoires inclus, dans

son carton 

d'origine (ou l'équivalent). 
Expédier par la poste, port payé (avec preuve d'achat) et assuré à: 

Les dispositions de la présente garantie s'ajoutent aux garanties statutaires et
autres droits et recours prévus par les lois applicables, sans les modifier ou les
amoindrir, et dans la mesure où ces dispositions prétendent exclure ou
restreindre de telles garanties statutaires et autres droits et recours, ces
dispositions seront jugées amendées de manière à être conformes.
Dans l'impossibilité de trouver un service compétent pour effectuer les
réparations hors garantie, prière d'écrire à: 

Thomson Inc.
P.O. Box 0944
Indianapolis, Indiana, É.U., 46206- 0944

Joindre le coupon de caisse au livret pour référence ultérieure. Cette
information est nécessaire pour les réparations requises durant la période de
garantie.

DATE D'ACHAT

NOM DU VENDEUR

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