RCA RS2028 User manual

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EXPORTER
Thomson Inc.
P.O. Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206 -1976
©2003 Thomson Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Marca(s) Registrada(s)
Marque(s) ® Déposée(s)
55734530 (EN/F/E)
www.rca.com
www.rca.com/LatinAmerica
Printed In China / Impreso en China
IMPORTADOR
Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V.
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 57
Col. Ampliación Granada
C.P. 11529 Mexico D.F.
Telefono: (55)25 81 53 20
RFC: CTM-980723-KS5
0151
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RS2028
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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STANDBY
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STANDBY
SOURCE
STEREO
BAND/APP
DISC1
DISC2
DISC
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Control panel
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FCC Information
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, 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)
energy, and if not installed and used properly, this equip-
ment may cause interference to radio and television
reception.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or tel-
evision 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
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/tele-
vision 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.
Technical specification
Product: Compact Audio System
Brand: RCA
Model: RS2028
Electrical Consumption:
Power Supply: 120V~ 60 Hz
Power consumption: 28 Watts
IMPORTER
Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V.
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 57
Col. Ampliación Granada
C.P. 11529 Mexico D.F.
Telefono: (55)25 81 53 20
RFC: CTM-980723-KS5
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.
Remote Control 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 instruc-
tions on how to obtain service, refer to the warranty
included in this Guide.
RECORD
Have a Blast- Just Not in Your
Eardrums
Make sure you turn down the volume
on the unit before you put on head-
phones. Increase the volume to the
desired level only after headphones
are in place.
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Safety Information
FCC Information
Safety Information
Getting Started . . . . . . .2
Unpacking the system . . . . . . . .2
Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
General Controls . . . . . .3
Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Display Settings
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Display Clock / Timer . . . . . . . . .5
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . .5
Setting the Timer . . . . . . . . .5
Activating the Timer . . . . . . .5
Sleep Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Sound Features . . . . . . .6
X-Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Muting Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
CD Player
Notes on CD-R/RW Disc . . . . . . .6
Loading Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Playing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Play and Load
Simultaneously . . . . . . . . . . .6
Skipping a Disc . . . . . . . . . . .6
Searching Through a CD . . .6
Shuffling the Play Order . . .7
Sampling Tracks . . . . . . . . . . .7
Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Setting Up a CD Program . . .7
Playing a Program List . . . . .7
Display Program List . . . . . . .7
Edit Program List . . . . . . . . . .7
Deleting Program List . . . . . .7
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Selecting Tuner Band . . . . . . . .8
Tuning to a Station . . . . . . . . . .8
Using Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Auto Preset Programming . . .8
Manually Setting Presets . . . . .8
Suppressing Stereo Signal . . . .8
Tape Player
Playing a Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
From Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
From CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Troubleshooting Tips . .10
Maintenance . . . . . . . .11
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Handling CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Cleaning CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
CD Lens Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Important Information 12
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . .12
Important Battery
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Headset Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Don’t Infringe . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Technical Specification . . . . . .12
Limited Warranty
(U.S.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Limited Warranty
(Canada) . . . . . . . . . . .15
EN
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSETHIS 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.
Table of Contents
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Getting Started
Unpacking the system:
You should have the following:
•one main unit (with 2 main speakers);
• one remote control;
• one user’s guide;
• one safety leaflet.
• Owner and registration Card
Back View
1. FM Pigtail Antenna
2. Main Speaker Jacks
Using the Antenna
Before you use your audio system, you’ll want to
make sure the FM antenna is positioned properly.
Uncoil it, making sure it is fully extended (you may
even want to tape it to the wall behind the unit, if
possible. The higher, the better.)
For better AM reception, rotate the unit.
Connecting the Speakers
Each speaker has a black (negative) and a red
(positive) jack. When connecting the speakers, match
the red wires to the red jacks and the black wires to
the black jacks.
Installation
To ensure sufficient ventilation, keep the spacings
shown below free from other surfaces:
4 inches
4 inches
Front View
4 inches
4 inches
2 inches
Side View
FM ANT
Release tab to lock wire in
the terminal.
NOTE: Make sure the insulation is completely removed from the
ends of the speaker wires at all connection points.
Speaker Wire Connection
Push terminal tab down to
insert wire.
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Main Unit
Front Panel
ON/STANDBY —Turns power on or off (STANDBY
mode).
SOURCE - Selects CD player / tuner / tape player.
VOL / - Increases / decreases volume.
DISC1 , DISC2 , DISC3 - Opens the
corresponding disc tray.
STEREO - Selects stereo and mono sound in tuner mode.
BAND/APP - Selects radio band; selects automatic preset
programming.
Control Panel
INTRO - Selects intro playback in CD mode.
REMAIN - Selects display options to show track elapse
time, track remain time or disc remain time in CD mode.
SHUFFLE - Selects random playback in CD mode.
PROG/SET - Enters program mode for CD and Tuner;
applies new settings for Clock and Timer mode.
DISC SKIP - Skips to the next CD.
REPEAT - Selects among repeat options in CD mode.
PLAY/PAUSE - Plays and pauses CD.
STOP - Stops CD playback.
In CD Program mode - Clears program.
SKIP FORWARD - Increments radio frequency,
goes to the next CD track.
SKIP BACKWARD - Decrements radio frequency,
goes to the previous CD track.
X-BASS - Turns X-Bass on/off.
SLEEP - Selects sleep duration.
PRESET • UP -In CD mode - Goes to the next CD track;
selects the next program location.
In Tuner mode - Selects the next preset station.
In Clock or Timer mode - Increases hour and minute digit.
DN • PRESET - In CD mode - Goes to the previous CD
track; selects the previous program location.
In Tuner mode - Selects the previous preset station.
In Clock or Timer mode - Decreases hour and minute
digit.
CLOCK - Enters clock setting mode; shows clock time.
TIMER - Enters timer setting mode; Turns on/ off timer.
HOUR - / + - Increases / decreases the hour digit in clock
and timer setting mode.
MINUTES - / + - Increases / decreases the minute digit in
clock and timer setting mode.
Top Panel
PHONES —Jack for connecting headphones.
Tape Player
Record
Play
Rewind
Fast-Forward
Stop/Eject
Pause
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General Controls
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Remote Control
ON/STANDBY —Turns power on or off from standby mode.
MUTE - Mutes audio output.
TUNER —Selects radio tuner.
TAPE —Selects tape player.
VOLUME - or +- Decreases or Increases volume level.
DISC1 / DISC2 / DISC3 - Selects disc 1,2 or 3 playback.
PRESET UP /DOWN —Selects next/ previous preset station.
In Clock or TImer mode - Increases / decreases the hour or minute digit.
TUNING UP /DOWN - In CD mode - Skips forward to the next track
or skips backward to the previous track.
In Tuner mode - Tunes up or down radio frequency.
PROG./SET - Enters program mode for CD and Tuner mode; applies new
settings for Clock and Timer modes.
REPEAT - Selects repeat options (repeat a track, CD or all CDs).
CLOCK - Shows clock time and enters clock setting mode.
BAND/APP - Selects radio band; selects automatic preset programming.
PLAY/PAUSES - Plays and pauses CD.
SLEEP - Selects sleep duration.
STEREO - Selects stereo and mono sound in tuner mode.
STOP - In CD mode - Stops CD playback.
In program mode - Clears program.
TIMER - Enters timer setting mode; Turns on/ off timer.
REMAIN - In CD mode - Selects display options to show track elapse time,
track remain time or disc remain time in CD mode.
SHUFFLE - Selects random playback in CD mode.
X-BASS - Turns X-Bass on/off.
DISC SKIP - Skips to the next CD.
INTRO - Selects intro playback in CD mode.
NOTE: Cassette functions can not be operated from the remote
control.
Installing Batteries
The remote control must be inserted with 2 "AAA" or "UM-4" or "R03" batteries prior to use. Follow the steps
below to ensure correct installation.
1. Remove the battery compartment door (located at the back of the remote control) by sliding the compart-
ment door in the direction of the arrow and then lifting the door out and off the cabinet.
2. Before inserting the batteries, observe the polarities (that is, + and -) of the battery, then relate the polarities
to the engraved diagram inside the battery compartment. Now insert the batteries.
3. After installation of the batteries, replace the battery compartment door in place by sliding it in the
opposite direction of the arrow (the reverse of step 1).
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General Controls
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Display Settings
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Display
Display Clock / Timer
Setting the Clock
1. Press CLOCK twice. The hour flashes on the
display.
2. Press HOUR - or +on the main unit or PRESET
or on the remote control to set the hour and
then press CLOCK to shift to minute digits.
3. Press MINUTES - or +on the main unit or PRESET
or on the remote control to set the minute.
4. Press CLOCK to save settings.
Note:
• Press CLOCK to display the current time for
about 2 seconds.
• Press and hold CLOCK to select between 12 hour
and 24 hour clock format.
Setting the Timer
1. Press and hold TIMER until the ON appear with
the hour flashing ( ON - timer on time )
2. For setting time, press HOUR - or +on the main
unit or PRESET or on the remote control
to set the hour and then press TIMER to shift to
minute digits.
3. Press press MINUTES - or +on the main unit
or PRESET or on the remote contol to set
the minute and then press TIMER to shift to move
on to source selection.
4. Press PRESET DN or UP to select source CD / Tuner
(TU) / Cassette (CA).
5. If CD is selected as the source, press PRESET DN or
UP to select disc.
If Tuner is selected as the source, press PRESET DN
or UP to select the preset station. Press TIMER to
shift to select volume.
6. Press PRESET DN or UP to select volume
level (00-32) then press TIMER to set timer
off time.
7. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set timer off time (OF)
Press TIMER to save your settings.
Activating the Timer
Press and release TIMER to turn on/off the timer. The
timer indicator will light.
Sleep Mode
You can select the time interval in minutes before the
unit turns off automatically. Press SLEEP to select
among SL 00, 120, 105, 90, 75, 60, 45, 30, and 15
minutes.
Note:
When LCD display shows “RESET”, Press
ON/STANDBY to turn the unit off and on again or
unplug and plug the AC power cord again.
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Sound Features
X-BASS
Press X-BASS to turn on/off boosting the bass fre-
quency.
Volume Control
Press VOL or on the main unit or VOLUME +
or - on the remote control to adjust volume level.
Muting Audio
Press MUTE on the remote to cut the sound. (Remote
Only)
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CD Player
Loading Discs
1. Press SOURCE repeatedly on the main unit or one
of the disc numbers (DISC1 / DISC2 / DISC3) on
the remote control to select CD mode.
2. Press DISC1 or DISC2 or DISC3
to open the corresponding disc drawer.
3. Insert up to 3 discs with label face up.
4. Press the disc location that is displayed while the
door is open or the disc number that is not
displayed on the display to close the drawer. The
disc that is loaded and ready to play is the icon
that is flashing on the display.
Note: Be sure to remove all discs from the disc
compartment before moving or transporting the
unit.
Playing Discs
• Press PLAY/PAUSE to begin or pause play,
and STOP to stop playback.
Play and Load Simultaneously
1. Press DISC1 , DISC2 ,DISC3 to
select and open one of the available disc trays
other then the one that is playing.
2. Press the disc tray button you last selected (DISC1,
DISC2, DISC3) to close the disc tray.
Skipping a Disc
Press DISC SKIP.
Searching Through a CD
• Press SKIP FORWARD / SKIP BACKWARD
on the main unit or TUNING or on the
remote control to skip to the next or previous
track.
•Press and hold SKIP FORWARD / SKIP
BACKWARD on the main unit or TUNING
or on the remote control to search
through a CD while it is playing.
This unit is compatible with
CD-RW/ CD-R discs for play-
back.
Notes on CD-R/RW Disc:
• 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.
CD-R / RW
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CD Player
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Shuffling the Play Order
Press SHUFFLE to turn on/off the playing of tracks
in random order.
Sampling Tracks
Press INTRO to play the first 10 seconds of each track
on the current disc, all discs in the tray, or turn INTRO
mode off.
Repeat
Press REPEAT to repeat the current track, current
disc, all discs, or turn REPEAT mode off.
Note: You may also press REPEAT to select 1 disc
or all discs before activating SHUFFLE function.
Setting Up a CD Program
You can program the CD player to play up to any 20
tracks on the CDs in the tray.
1. While the CD player is stopped, press PROG/SET
to enter program mode. The system displays the
next available program number: “00 Pr01”.
2. Press DISC SKIP on the main unit or the disc
number on the remote control (DISC1 / DISC2 /
DISC3) to select disc.
3. Press SKIP FORWARD / SKIP BACKWARD
on the main unit or TUNING or on
the remote control to select track to enter into
memory.
4. Press PROG/SET to save your settings.
5. Repeat steps 2 to 4 to store more tracks into
program memory.
Playing a Program List
While in PROGRAM mode , press PLAY/PAUSE .
If you are not currently in program mode, press
PROG/SET to enter program mode before pressing
PLAY/PAUSE .
Display Program List
1. While the CD player is stopped, press PROG/SET
to enter PROGRAM mode.
2. Press PROG/SET repeatedly to view each track
assignment in the program list.
Edit Program List
1. Follow “Display Program List” steps until the
location to be edited is displayed.
2. Repeat steps 2 to 4 under “Setting Up a CD
Program “ to edit the track to store into memory.
Deleting Program List
While in PROGRAM mode, press and hold STOP for 5
seconds. They system displays the message CLEAR.
Tips:
• You can create a program of up to 20 tracks.
• Press REMAIN repeatedly to view elapsed track
time, track number, track remain time and disc
remain time.
Caution: Do not push to force closing of the tray
during CD playback or tray opening.
00 Pr01
Track number
program
location
01 Ed01
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Radio
Selecting Tuner Band
1. Press SOURCE on the main unit or TUNER on the
remote control to enter Tuner (TU) mode.
2. Press BAND/APP to select between AM or FM
radio band.
Tip: Your audio system has 30 preset stations.
Tuning to a Station
Press SKIP FORWARD / SKIP BACKWARD
on the main unit or TUNING or on the
remote control to select frequency.
Using Presets
The tuner can be in either TUNE or PRESET mode.
When in preset mode,
• Press PRESET DN or UP on the main system or
PRESET or on the remote control to
access the previous or next preset station.
• The display first shows the preset program
number and after a few seconds, the preset
program and frequency will be displayed.
Auto Preset Programming
Press and hold BAND/APP button for 2 seconds to
scan stations in FM and AM band. The stations will
then be stored as preset channels. A maximum of 30
stations can be stored. Beware of your preset chan-
nels being erased accidentally because the scanning
and storing process is automatic upon pressing the
button. You can stop the automatic scan by pressing
any button, but the erased stations cannot be recov-
ered.
Manually Setting Presets
1. Press SKIP FORWARD / SKIP
BACKWARD to access the desired
frequency.
2. Press the PROG/SET button once.
3. The most recently accessed program location will
be displayed.
4. If a different program location is preferred, press
PRESET DN or UP on the main unit or
PRESET or on the remote control
to move to the desired preset number (1-30).
5. Press PROG/SET to store the selected frequency
at that preset.
Suppressing Stereo Signal
Press STEREO to toggle between FM mono and
stereo for stereo FM stations.
Pr 01
07 87.90
FM
MHz
AP 87.90
FM
MHz
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Tape Player
Tape Player
RECORD
PLAY
REWIND
FAST FORWARD
STOP/EJECT
PAUSE
Playing a Tape
1. Press SOURCE on the main unit repeatedly or
TAPE on the remote to enter Tape mode (CA).
2. Press STOP/EJECT to open the cassette door.
3. Insert a tape into the door and push the door
closed.
4. Press REWIND/FAST FORWARD to position the
tape to the desired starting position.
5. Press PLAY to begin playback.
6. Press PAUSE to pause playback.
Recording
From Tuner
1. Insert a tape into deck.
2. Press SOURCE repeatedly on the main unit or
TUNER on the remote control to select Tuner
(TU) and
3. Press BAND/APP to access the desired radio
band.
4.. Press SKIP FORWARD or SKIP
BACKWARD on the main unit or TUNING
or on the remote control to tune to the
station to be recorded.
5. Press RECORD to begin recording.
6. Press STOP to end recording.
From CD
1. Insert a tape into deck .
2. Press SOURCE repeatedly on the main unit to
select CD then press DISC SKIP to select the disc
to be recorded.
or
Press DISC1 / DISC2 / DISC3 on the remote to
select the disc to be recorded directly. Press
STOP to enter stop mode.
3. Press SKIP FORWARD or SKIP
BACKWARD on the main unit or TUNING
or to select the track to be recorded.
or
Press PROG/SET to enter program mode.
4. Press RECORD to begin recording.
5. Press STOP to end recording.
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Troubleshooting Tips
Solution
• Check power cord for a secure
connection.
• Unplug the unit for a moment, and
then plug into power source again.
• Check the outlet by plugging in
another device.
• Increase the volume setting.
• Check connection to speakers.
• Check that you have selected the
appropriate function: CD, TAPE, Tuner.
• Make sure mute is off.
• Make sure headphones are not
plugged in.
• Check antenna connection.
• Move antenna.
• Turn off nearby electrical appliances,
such as hair dryer, vacuum cleaner,
microwave, fluorescent lights.
• Check that CD is in the tray.
• Check that CD label is facing up.
• Check that PAUSE mode is not on.
• Check that CD function is selected.
• Use CD lens cleaner.
• Clean the disc.
• try another disc.
• Clean the disc.
• Check disc for warping, scratches, or
other damage.
• Check if something is causing the
system to vibrate. If so, move the
system.
• Make sure the speakers are at least 3
feet away or on a different surface
from the main unit.
Problem
System will
not turn on
No sound
Poor radio
reception
CD does not
play
CD sound
skips
Problem
CD button
will not
respond, or
does not
change
discs when
you press
DISC SKIP
Distorted or
noisy tape
recordings
Remote
control
does not
work
“ERROR”
message
Solution
• Switch to another function (TAPE,
Tuner) and then back to CD.
• Unplug the unit fo r a moment and
then plug it back into the power
source.
• Inspect the tape head, clean it if
necessary.
• Check that the batteries are properly
installed.
• Replace weak batteries.
• Check the system is plugged into
power source.
• Point the remote directly at the
system’s front panel.
• Move closer to the system.
• Remove any obstacles between the
remote and the system.
• Unplug the unit
• See if there is anything obstructing
the CD door or preventing it from
closing.
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Maintenance
Disconnect the audio system from the power source
before performing any maintenance.
Cleaning
Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust
cloth.
CD Player
CAUTION! This system operates with a laser. It must
be opened by only a qualified technician.
Tape Player
To prevent deterioration of sound quality, periodical-
ly open the door of each deck and clean the magnetic
heads, pinch roller, and capstan with a cotton bud
dipped in alcohol. Also, demagnetize the head by
playing a demagnetizing cassette (available through
an audio equipment store).
To protect recordings on
one or both sides of a tape,
remove the corresponding
tab. If you later want to
record on the tape, affix a
piece of adhesive tape over the hole.
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.
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
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 perime-
ter.
• 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
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.
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Side A Protection
B
Side B Protection
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Safety Precautions
• Never open the cabinet under any circumstances.
Any repairs or internal adjustments should be made
only by a trained technician.
• Never operate this product with the cabinet
removed.
•Do not use your System immediately after transport-
ing it from a cold place to a warm place, as condensa-
tion may cause the system to malfunction.
• Keep your unit away from humid areas and abnor-
mally hot places.
• Do not touch the player with wet hands. If any liq-
uid enters the player cabinet, take the player to a
trained 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 record player.
Although this product incorporates a laser pick-up
lens, it is completely safe when operated according to
directions.
• Discs rotate at high speed inside the player. Do not
use damaged, warped, or cracked discs.
• Do not touch the pick-up lens which is located
inside the disc compartment. To keep dust from col-
lecting on the pick-up lens, do not leave the compart-
ment door open for an extended period of time. If
the lens becomes dirty, clean it with a soft brush, or
use an air blower brush designed for camera lenses.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping and
splashing.
Important Battery Information
• Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you do not
use your remote control for more than one month.
• Discard leaky batteries immediately as leaking bat-
teries may cause skin burns or other personal injuries.
Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according
to provincial and local regulations.
• Any battery may leak electrolyte under the follow-
ing circumstances:
- if mixed with a different battery type,
- if inserted incorrectly,
- if all batteries are not replaced at the same time,
- if disposed of in fire, or
- if an attempt is made to charge a battery not
intended to be recharged.
Headset Safety
• Do not play your headset at high volume.
Hearing experts warn against extended high-vol-
ume play.
• If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce vol-
ume or discontinue use.
• You should use with extreme caution or temporar-
ily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situa-
tions.
Even if your headset is an open-air designed to let
you to hear outside sounds, do not turn up the vol-
ume so high that you are unable to hear what is
around you.
Don’t Infringe
This product should only be used for the purposes
for which it is sold, that is, entertainment, violating
no copyright law. Any attempts to use this product
for which it is not intended is unlawful and there-
fore not condoned by Thomson.
Technical Specification
Power supply: 120V~60Hz
Dimensions ( H x W x D inches):
Unit size - 9.7 x 7.1 x 11.6
Main Speaker - 9.7 x 6.7 x 5.1
Tape deck: Response curve: 125Hz-8kHz (-5dB)
CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB): 60Hz to 15 kHz
Rating Plate: Look for it at the back of the set.
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 ver-
sion serves as the final reference on all products and operational
details should any discrepancies arise in other languages.
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Important Information
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Limited Warranty (U.S.)
What your warranty covers:
• Defects in materials or workmanship.
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 com-
mercial 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.
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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 INFORMA-
TION 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 war-
ranty. Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
Limited Warranty (U.S.)
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Limited Warranty (Canada)
What your warranty covers:
• Defects in materials or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase:
• 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 com-
mercial 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.
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Limited Warranty (Canada)
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 war-
ranty. Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
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