RCA TH2014 User manual

TH2014
user manual
It is important to read this user manual prior to using your new product for the first time.

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Important safety instructions
Some of the following information may not apply to your particular product; however, as with any electronic
product, precautions should be observed during handling and use.
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION
• Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. This product does not contain customer serviceable
components.
• The marking information is located at the back of apparatus.
PLEASE READ AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Important battery precautions
Warning: Your product contains a battery and charging system which is designed to work in temperatures
that do not exceed 50°C (122°F). Leaving this product in a closed automobile or the trunk of an automobile
where temperatures may exceed 50°C may result in permanent battery damage, fire, or explosion. Please
remove your product from the automobile when you exit, do not place your product in the trunk of your
automobile, and do not leave your product in any location where temperatures may exceed 50°C.
Ecology
Your product must be disposed of properly according to local laws and regulations. Because this product
contains a battery, the product must be disposed of separately from the household waste.
Precautions for the unit
• Do not use the unit immediately after transportation from a cold place to a warm place; condensation
problems may result.
• Do not store the unit near fire, places with high temperature or in direct sunlight. Exposure to direct
sunlight or extreme heat (such as inside a parked car) may cause damage or malfunction.
• Clean the unit with a soft cloth or a damp chamois leather. Never use solvents.
• The unit must only be opened by qualified personnel.
Headset safety
To use a headset safely, please keep the following in mind:
• Do not play your headset at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous extended play.
• If you experience ringing in your ears, turn down the volume or stop using the headset.
• Do not use a headset while driving a motorized vehicle or riding a bike. It may cause a traffic hazard and
is illegal in many areas.
• 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 can’t hear sounds around you.
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FCC Information
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.
Note: 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 communications.
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 different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by VOXX Accessories Corporation could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Manufacturer/Responsible Party
VOXX Accessories Corporation
3502 Woodview Trace, Suite 220,
Indianapolis, IN 46268
1-317-810-4880 ( No technical /product support is available via this number. This phone number is for
regulatory matters only.)
Visit www.rcaaudiovideo.com for technical support
RCA
TH2014-A
Industry Canada Regulatory Information
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)
Avis d’Industrie Canada
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)
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Contents
Important safety instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..........................................................................................................................................1
Important battery precautions ....................................................................................................................................................2
Ecology..................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Precautions for the unit ..................................................................................................................................................................2
Headset safety ...................................................................................................................................................................................2
FCC Information......................................................................................................... 3
Contents ..................................................................................................................... 4
Before you begin
Copyright warning............................................................................................................................................................................6
Back up your data .............................................................................................................................................................................6
Unpacking your player....................................................................................................................................................................6
Computer system requirements..................................................................................................................................................6
Connecting to the computer........................................................................................................................................................7
Charging the player..........................................................................................................................................................................7
Managing files on your RCA Player
Using Windows Explorer ................................................................................................................................................................8
Deleting files from the player.......................................................................................................................................................9
Disconnecting the player from the PC......................................................................................................................................9
General controls
Turning the player on and off.......................................................................................................................................................10
Installing the belt clip......................................................................................................................................................................10
Removing the belt clip....................................................................................................................................................................10
Playback music files
Playing music files.............................................................................................................................................................................11
Music playback controls .................................................................................................................................................................11

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Record
Start recording ...................................................................................................................................................................................13
Recording.............................................................................................................................................................................................13
Playing Back Your Recordings
Playback recorded files ...................................................................................................................................................................14
Recording Playback..........................................................................................................................................................................14
FM Radio
Playing FM radio................................................................................................................................................................................16
Storing and recalling preset stations.........................................................................................................................................16
Playing back FM radio recordings...............................................................................................................................................17
Settings
Changing the Player’s settings.....................................................................................................................................................18
Language ............................................................................................................................................................................................18
Memory info........................................................................................................................................................................................18
Firmware version...............................................................................................................................................................................18
Reset.......................................................................................................................................................................................................18
Additional information
Tips and troubleshooting...............................................................................................................................................................19
Visiting RCA website ........................................................................................................................................................................20
Specifications......................................................................................................................................................................................21
Warranty information
12 Month Limited Warranty ..........................................................................................................................................................22

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Before you begin
Dear RCA Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the Player. This product will play mp3 and Windows Media™ audio (WMA)
content.
Copyright warning
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 copyright laws.
Back up your data
As with any portable player, you must back up the drive regularly. The manufacturer is not responsible for
lost data.
Unpacking your player
All of the items listed below should have been packed in the box with your player.
• RCA player (contains user manual)
• Quick Start Guide
• Earphones
Computer system requirements
• Pentium III 500MHz or higher recommended
• Windows XP (service pack 1 or higher), Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8
• Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher with Internet access
• Windows Media Player 10 or higher
• 128MB RAM (256MB recommended)
• CD-ROM drive capable of digital audio extraction
• USB port (2.0 recommended)
• Sound card
Windows, Windows Media, and Windows Vista are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other
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Connecting to the computer
• Remove the cap for the USB port from the player body and connect the player to your PC as shown.
• Go to My Computer (XP users) /Go to Computer (Vista, 7, and 8 users) in the Start menu, find and open
the drive letter associated with the player (i.e. RCA MP3). Copy music to the device by dragging and
dropping files using Windows Explorer.
• In the Windows system tray, click the Safely Remove Hardware icon and then select the device with
the appropriate drive letter from the list of devices. When the Safe to remove hardware message appears,
disconnect the player from the computer and enjoy media on the go.
• It may take several seconds for the player to be detected. Click View -> Refresh in My
Computer or Windows Explorer to make sure the player has been detected.
• The player is capable of transferring files at USB 2.0 speeds. If a USB 2.0 port is available on
your computer, use it to connect to your player. The player is still backward compatible with older
USB ports; however, you will not be able to take full advantage of the potential speed increase.
• IMPORTANT: Do not disconnect the player from the PC during file transfer.
Charging the player
The battery should be fully charged before using your device for the first time. Make sure you slide the
ON/OFF switch to ON before connecting the player for charging. The battery will automatically charge
when the player is connected to a USB port. It should be charged for at least 4 hours before using for the
first time.
Player
USB port of your
computer
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Before you begin using your RCA Player, you’ll want to copy your music to the player.
Managing files on your RCA Player
Using Windows Explorer
1. Open the player in Windows Explorer.
2. Transfer audio files to the MUSIC folder of the player by dragging and dropping files using Windows
Explorer.
MUSIC

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Deleting files from the player
You may delete any files transferred to the player.
1. Connect the player to your computer.
2. Open the player in Windows Explorer and then navigate to the folder containing the files.
3. Select the files you want to remove and then press the Delete key on the keyboard of your PC.
Disconnecting the player from the PC
Windows will show the player as a removable disk:
1. In the Windows system tray, click the Safely Remove Hardware icon and then select the device with
the appropriate drive letter from the list of devices.
2. When the Safe to remove hardware message appears, unplug the player from the PC.
IMPORTANT: Do not disconnect the USB connection during file transfer. Doing so may
corrupt system files or the files being transferred.