RCA RCD113 User manual

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE
OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
CAUTION
RISKOFELECTRICSHOCK
DONOTOPEN
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROW-
HEAD WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
"DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE" INSIDE
THE PRODUCT.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS IN-
SIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
FCC information
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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 Consumer Electronics 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
turning the equipment off and on), try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient 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.
For Your Safety
The AC power plug is polarized (one blade is wider than the other) and only fits into AC power outlets one way.
If the plug won’t go into the outlet completely, turn the plug over and try to insert it the other way. If it still won’t
fit, contact a qualified electrician to change the outlet, or use a different one. Do not attempt to bypass this
safety feature.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
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 specially trained in appropriate servicing techniques. For instructions on how to obtain service,
refer to the warranty included in this Guide
FOR UNITED KINGDOM VERSION ONLY
CONNECT THE MAIN LEAD INTO A MAINS POWER SOCKET
POWER SUPPLY 230V ~ 50 Hz. It must not be connected to D.C. mains.
Note: The mains lead of the sets is fitted with a moulded plug. If the mains sockets are not compatible or if for
any reason the plug is removed please follow the directions below. The moulded plug cannot be rewired and if
removed must be disposed of safely.
Do NOT under any circumstances plug the severed plug into any mains socket as this could result in electric shock.
Important: If the plug is removed rewire the new plug as follows:
The wires in the mains plug are coloured in accordance with the following code:
BLUE = NEUTRAL / BROWN = LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
BLUE wire to the terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black.
BROWN wire to the terminal coded L (Live) or coloured red.
Do NOT make any connection to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the earth symbol
or coloured green or green and yellow.
A fused plug must be fitted with a 3A fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 and fuse covers must be always
be securely replaced. If your set does not work, the fuse may be blown.
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Safety Information
Thomson Information
CAUTION!
Invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid
exposure to beam. Class 3B 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 electromagnetlc
compatibillity.
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 are in place.
Please respect the environment.
Before throwing any batteries
away, consult your distributor
who may be able to take them
back for specific recycling.
CAUTION – INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS FAILED OR
DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
ATTENTION –
RAYONNEMENT LASER INVISIBLE
DANGEREUX EN CAS D'OUVERTURE ET LORSQUE
LA SECURITE EST NEUTRALISEE.
EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.
ADVARSEL!
USYNLIG LASERSTRĀLING, NĀR ENHEDEN ER ĀBEN
OG SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERNE ER UDE AF
FUNKTION ELLER OMGĀET. UNDGĀ EKSPONERING
FOR STRĀLEN.
VORSICHT!
UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG BEI GEÖFFNETER
ABDECKUNG, FALLS SICHERHEITS- VERRIEGELUNG NICHT
EINGERASTET IST ODER WENN SIE BEEINTRÄCHTIG
IST. SETZEN SIE SICH NICHT DEM LASERSTRAHL AUS!
VARO
AVATTAESSA JA OHITETTAESSA SUOJALUKITUS
OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE
LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.
VARNING!
OSYNLIG LASERSTRĀLNING NÄR DENNA
DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD OCH SPÄRRARNA ÄR
URKOPPLADE. TITTA EJ IN I STRĀLEN.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LASERAPPARAT AV KLASS 1
AREIL A LASER
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CLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
LASERPRODUKT AF KLASSE 1
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Contents
FCC information
Before you begin .................................1
General controls ...................................2
Remote Control ....................................3
Display ...................................................3
Setting Clock and Sound .....................4
Radio .....................................................4
CD Player...............................................5
Tape player ...........................................6
Troubleshooting tips ............................6
More Information.................................7
US and Canadian warranty .................8
Before you begin
Useful Advice
Do not use your system immediately after
transporting it from a cold place to a warm
place, as condensation may cause the system to
malfunction. If moisture forms inside this
system, it may not operate properly. To correct
the problem, turn off the power and wait about
30 minutes for moisture to evaporate
This system is fitted with a laser. To avoid
accidents, it is to be opened by qualified
technicians only.
Never leave the tray open as dust could cover
the laser lens and/or the tray could be bumped
into accidentally
Do not place the system near wet areas such as
bathrooms and pool side. Avoid storing the
system at humid places or near abnormally
heated areas.
Power is continuously supplied to the system. To
disconnect power completely, unplug the power
cord from the power outlet.
Headset Safety
Do not play your headset at a high
volume. Hearing experts advise against
continuous extended 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
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 can’t hear what’s around you.
AC Power
Plug the power supply
cord into the AC power
jack on the back of the
unit, and into an AC
power supply outlet that
accepts the plug supplied with your unit.
Note: Look in the battery compartment to find
the AC power cord.
Battery Power
You can insert 6 D-sized
alkaline batteries (not
supplied) and you can
take your stereo just
about anywhere. 3 “AA”
batteries (not supplied)
are needed to keep
radio station memory.
Open the battery
compartment door on the back of the unit by
pressing down on the arrow and pulling out the
cover. Insert batteries in the battery
compartment.(See diagram)
Note that the AC line cord must be
unplugged from the jack on the back of
the unit to operate on batteries.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to remove batteries when
storing the set for more than 30 days. Leaky
batteries can badly damage the system. Always
return tape operatioin buttons to their off
position before storing. This will relieve pressure
on certain parts in the tape recorder that might
deform after long periods of time. Be sure to
dispose of leaky, weak or dead batteries
properly according to federal, state, and local
regulations. To prevent injury or damage, do
not reverse batteries and do not mix battery
type.
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General controls
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MIN. VOLUME MAX. (RCD113/RCD115/TM9136U) / DIGITAL VOLUME. (RCD101/RCD102/
TM9236U) — increases or decreases output volume
SELECT – selects among TAPE (OFF), RADIO and CD mode
DBBS – turns on/ off digital bass boost system
REPEAT/PRESET UP – repeats 1 track or entire disc playback / accesses preset radio channels
REMAIN / CLOCK - selects between displaying track elapse time and track remain time during CD
playback / displays clock time in CD or radio mode
BAND – selects between AM and FM band (or MW/LW/FM for Thomson model).
SET – enters program mode for CD playing, sets radio preset channels, enters setting mode for clock
SHUFFLE / (MX for Thomson models) – plays CD tracks randomly
OPEN – opens the CD compartment door
TRACK TUNE – searches/ skips CD track forward or backward, selects radio
frequency, and set clock.
PLAY PAUSE – starts or pauses CD play
STOP – stops CD playback
CLOSE – push to close the disc compartment door
Main Unit
Cassette Player
PAUSE – pauses tape playback or recording
STOP/ EJ. – stops tape playback, winding or recording, opens cassette door
F. FWD/ REW – winds tape forward or backward
PLAY – starts tape playback
REC – starts tape recording
PAUSE STOP/EJ. F.FWD REW PLAY REC.
RCD113 / RCD115 / TM9136U RCD101 / RCD102 / TM 9236U
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DIGITAL SYNTHESIZER
CD DISPLAY
HOUR
MIN
DIGITAL
RADIO
STOP
PLAY
PAUSE
TRACK
TUNE
REPEA T
REMAIN
BAND
SHUFFLE
OPEN
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TAPE
RADIO
PAUSE STOP/EJ. F.FWD REW PLAY REC.
CLOSE
CDR/RW COMPATIBLE
(OFF)
LEVEL
PRESET UP
CLOCK
CDR/RW COMPATIBLE
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DIGITAL SYNTHESIZER
CD DISPLAY
HOUR
MIN
DIGITAL
RADIO
STOP
PLAY
PAUSE
TRACK
TUNE
CLOSE
REPEA T
PRESET UP
REMAIN
CLOCK
BAND
SHUFFLE
OPEN
SET
PAUSE STOP/EJ. F.FWD REW PLAY REC.
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Remote Control
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For RCD102/RCD115/TM9136U and TM9236U Only
Display
Track number (shows
during disc playback)
Preset location
Program location
Shuffle play
Repeat mode (REPEAT -
repeat whole disc,
REPEAT 1 - repeat
current track)
Mute
Radio Band
Showing clock, elapsed/
remaining playback time,
radio frequency, preset tuner
station, etc.
FM stereo
signal is
detected.
AM / PM
indicator
Digital Bass
Boost System
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DBBS (RCD102/TM9236U only) - turns on/off digital
bass boost system
PRESET UP - selects preset stations
SHUFFLE/MIX - plays CD tracks randomly.
BAND - selects between bands.
PLAY PAUSE - starts or pauses CD play.
SET - enters program or setting mode for clock, CD &
tuner mode.
REPEAT - repeats 1 track or entire disc playback.
MUTE - turns on/off sound.
TRACK TUNE - searches/ skips CD track forward or
backward, selects radio frequency and sets clock.
STOP - stops CD playback.
VOLUME (RCD102/TM9236U only) - adjusts volume. RCD115/TM9136U RCD102/TM9236U
Operated by 2 “AAA” batteries (not supplied)
AM
PM MHz
kHz
TRACK
MUTE
PRESET
PROG.
REPEAT
FM STEREO
MW
LW
DBBS
Bands
BAND
TUNE
TRACK
STOPPLAY/PAUSE
SHUFFLE/MIX
PRESET UP
MUTE
SET
REPEAT
VOLUME
IRC
INFRARED
REMOTE
CONTROL
DBBS
BAND
TUNE
TRACK
STOPPLAY/PAUSE
SHUFFLE
PRESET UP
MUTE
SET
REPEAT
IRC
INFRARED
REMOTE
CONTROL
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Setting Clock and Sound
Tuning to a station
1. Select RADIO from the SELECT switch.
2. Press BAND to select between AM and FM
band (MW/LW/FM for Thomson model).
3. Press or to select radio
station.
TipsTips
TipsTips
Tips:
Press and hold or for more
than 1 second to automatically tune to the next
station.
4. Adjust MIN. VOLUME MAX. / DIGITAL
VOLUME to your desired listening level
TipsTips
TipsTips
Tips:
Extend or reposition the antenna for better FM
reception. Move the unit for better AM (MW/
LW for Thomson model reception).
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Radio
Setting Clock
1. Press SET when clock time is shown on
display. Hour digits flash.
2. Press to set the hour.
3. Press SET to shift to minute digits.
4. Press to set the minute.
5. Press SET to confirm settings.
Volume Control
Turn MIN VOLUME MAX. (RCD 113/ RCD115/
TM9136U) to adjust volume.
Press DIGITAL VOLUME (RCD 101 / RCD102
TM9236U) to adjust volume.
Boosting Bass
Press DBBS. Press again for de-selection.
Muting audio
• Press MUTE on remote to mute audio and
the indicator will turn on.
• Press MUTE again to exit mute.
Setting presets
1. Press BAND to select between AM/FM(RCA)
or MW/LW/FM (Thomson)bands.
2. Press TRACK TUNE to access
the desired frequency.
3. Press SET.
4. Press PRES. UP repeatedly to assign
program number.
5. Press SET to confirm.
6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset to a maximum
of 10 channels for FM & AM (MW) band, and 5
channels for LW (Thomson model only)
Using presets
1. Press BAND to select between bands.
2. Press PRES.UP to enter preset mode and
PRESET 1 shows.
3. Press PRES. UP repeatedly to access your
desired preset stations.
MHz
PRESET
FM STEREO
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CD player
Shuffling / Mix
Press SHUFFLE / Mix to play tracks randomly
and a dice icon appears on display. Press
again for de-selection.
Programming
When player is in stop mode,
1. Press SET with PROG. and TRACK(flashing,
indicating program position) shows on
display.
2. Press or to select track you
want to program.
3. Press SET. again to confirm your selection.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to program to a
maximum of 20 tracks.
5. Press PLAY/PAUSE in program mode to start
program playback (PROG. appears on
display). Otherwise, press STOP to return to
normal playback mode.
Tip:
If you are in normal playback mode but want to
play the saved program. Press SET.SET.
SET.SET.
SET. and then
PLAYPLAY
PLAYPLAY
PLAY.
Clearing program list
Your program will be erased once you open the
disc compartment door or change to another
source mode (e.g. radio, tape).
Displaying the program list
1. While the CD player is stopped, press SET. to
enter program mode.
2. Press SET repeatedly to review the program
list.
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Tips:
You may listen through headphones by
inserting one pair into PHONESPHONES
PHONESPHONES
PHONES jack.
Repeating
Press REPEAT once to repeat entire disc and
[REPEAT] icon shows on display.
Press REPEAT twice to repeat current track and
a flashing [REPEAT] icon shows on display.
Press REPEAT a third time to turn off repeat
mode.
Remain/Clock
Press REMAIN/CLOCK to select between
displaying Track time elapse / track time remain.
PHONES
Playing disc
This unit is compatible with audio CD-R/CD-RW
discs.
1. Selects CD from the SELECT switch.
2. Press OPEN to open disc compartment
door.
3. Insert a disc with label face up.
4. Push CLOSE to close disc compartment door.
Total number of track on disc can be read
from display.
5. Press PLAY/PAUSE to begin CD playback.
6. Press or to skip to previous
or next track respectively.
7. Press and hold or to
search quickly current track backward or
forward respectively.
8. Adjust MIN. VOLUME MAX. to your desired
listening level.
9. Press PLAY/PAUSE or STOP to pause or stop
disc playback respectively. To resume
playback, press PLAY/PAUSE again.
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Tape player
Playing a tape
1. Select TAPE from the SELECT switch.
2. Press STOP/EJ. to open the tape deck door.
3. Insert a tape into the door and push the
door closed.
4. Press REW or F.FWD. to wind the tape to the
desired starting position. Press STOP/EJ. to
stop winding.
5. Press PLAY to start playback, PAUSE to
pause playback (release the button to
resume playback) and STOP/EJ. to stop
playback.
Recording to tape
From radio
1. Insert a tape into the deck.
2. Select RADIO from the SELECT selector.
3. Slide BAND to access the desired radio band.
4. Tune to the station to be recorded.
Tip: For better recording quality, use normal
bias tape (Type I) only.
5. Press RECORD and PLAY together to begin
recording.
6. Press PAUSE or STOP to pause or stop
recording respectively.
From CD
1. Insert a tape into the deck.
2. Select CD from the SELECT switch.
3. Insert the disc to be recorded.
4. Select the track or program to be recorded.
5. Press RECORD and PLAY together to begin
recording.
6. Play the track or program to be recorded.
7. Press PAUSE or STOP to pause or stop
recording respectively.
Problem
System doesn’t turn on
No sound
Poor radio reception
CD doesn’t play
CD sound skips
Remote control doesn’t
work (RCD 115/RCD102/
TM9136U/TM9236U only)
Solution
• Unplug the unit for a moment, and then plug it back in.
• Check the outlet by plugging in another device
• Adjust volume setting.
• Make sure you’ve selected the correct function
• Adjust the antenna for better reception
• Try turning off electrical appliances near the unit, such as hair dryers,
vacuum cleaners, or fluorescent lights
• Make sure you’ve put a CD in the tray
• Make sure the CD’s label is facing up
• Try another CD
• Make sure that Pause mode is not activated
• Make sure CD function is selected
• Clean the CD (as explained in “More Information”)
• Check CD for warping, scratches, or other damage
• Check for vibration or shock that may affect the unit; move the set if necessary.
• Make sure batteries are properly installed
• Replace all batteries as they may be dead
• Clear the obstacles or shorten the distance between the remote and the unit
Troubleshooting tips
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More information
Cassettes
• To protect your
recordings from
accidental erasure on one
or both sides of your
cassette, snap out the tab at the
top of the cassette. If you
decide later to record on the
tape, seal the hole with a piece
of adhesive tape. (Refer to diagram on the right)
• Quit Slacking - A little bit of slack
in your tapes can cause scratches on
the tape, or worse yet, the tape
could break. If you notice some slack
in the tape, use a pencil to tighten it
up before you insert it.
Cleaning the exterior
• Disconnect the system from AC power before
cleaning the exterior of the unit with a soft dust
cloth
• Clean the exterior with a soft clean cloth or
slightly moistened chamois leather. DO NOT use
solvents as it may cause damage to the unit.
Handling CDs
• Do not touch the signal surfaces. Hold CDs by the
edges, or by one edge and the hole.
• Do not affix labels or adhesive tapes to the label
surfaces. Do not scratch or damage the label.
• CDs rotate at high speeds inside the player. Do
not use damaged (cracked or warped) CDs
• Make sure CDs are stored in their original case
after use. Keep them away from damp, humid or
abnormally heated places.
Cleaning CDs
• Dirty CDs can cause poor sound quality. Always
keep CDs clean by wiping them gently with a soft
cloth from the inner edge toward the outer
perimeter.
• If a CD becomes dirty, wet a soft cloth in water,
wring it out well, wipe the dirt away gently, and
then remove any water drops with a dry cloth.
• Do not use record cleaning sprays or antistatic
agents on CDs. Also, never clean CDs with benzene,
thinner, or other volatile solvents which may cause
damage to disc surface.
The descriptions and characteristics in this owner’s
manual are for the purpose of general reference only
and not as a guarantee. In order to provide you with
the highest quality product, we may make changes or
modifications without prior notice. The English version
serves as the final reference on all product and
operational details should any discrepancies arise in
other languages.
CD Lens Care
• When your CD lens gets dirty it can also cause the
system to output poor sound quality. To clean the
lens you will need to purchase a CD lens cleaner
which can maintain the output sound quality of
your system. For instructions on cleaning the CD
lens, refer to the ones accompanying the lens
cleaner.
Precautions
• Never open the cabinet under any circumstances.
Never operate this product with the cabinet
removed. Any repairs or internal adjustments
should be made only by a trained service
technician.
• Do not touch the player with wet hands. If any
liquid enters the player cabinet, take the player to
a trained service technician for inspection.
• This compact disc player uses a laser to read the
music on the disc. The laser mechanism corresponds
to the cartridge and stylus of a traditional record
player. Although this product incorporates a laser
pick-up lens, it is completely safe when operated
according to directions.
Notes on CD-R/RW Disc
• CD-R/RW discs that are recorded using personal
computers or other CD-R/RW recorders may not be
played on this unit due to the difference in
recording platforms.
• 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 disc malfunctioning.
• To avoid damages to the CD-R/RW disc, do not
open the disc compartment door while the disc is
being read. This may take more then 30 seconds.
• Do not load an unrecorded CD-R/RW disc into
the unit.
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Troubleshooting tips
US and Canadian warranty
FOR CANADA
Thomson Consumer Electronics Canada, Inc. 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:
Thomson Multimedia Ltd.
Distribution Centre
6200 Edwards Blvd
Mississauga, Ontario L5T 2V7
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 Consumer Electronics Canada, Inc.
P.O. Box 0944
Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.A., 46206-0944
FOR US
What your warranty covers?
• Any defect in materials or workmanship
For how long after your purchase?
• One year.
(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.
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.
• Remove cassette tapes or CDs from unit before shipping as these will not be returned
• Include in the package evidence of purchase date such as the bill of sale. Also print your name and address
and a description of the defect. Send standard UPS or its equivalent to:
Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
Product Exchange Center
11721 B Alameda Ave.
Socorro, TX 79927
• Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not covered by the warranty.
• Insure your shipment in case of loss or damage. Thomson accepts no liability in case of damage or loss.
• A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you prepaid freight.
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 God, 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:
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
What if you purchased your product outside the USA:
• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.
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