RCA RS2041 User manual

EXPORTER
Thomson Inc.
P. O. Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206-1976
© 2004 Thomson Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)
Marque(s) ® Deposée(s)
55885870 (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.
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
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ON/
ST
ANDBY
SOURCE TUNE/PRESET
DEMO
VOLUME
DISC SKIP DISC OPEN/CLOSE
CD-R/ RW COMPATIBLE
5 DISC CHANGER
PUSH OPEN
RS2041
RS2041T
user
manual
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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FCC Information
EN
FCC Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two condi-
tions: (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.
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, con-
tact 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.
RECORD
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 headphones are in
place.
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FCC Information
EN
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.
Technical specification
Product: Compact Audio System
Brand: RCA
Model: RS2041 / RS2041T
Electrical Consumption:
Power Supply: 120V~60Hz
Power consumption: 90 Watts
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
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 spe-
cially trained in appropriate servicing techniques.
For instructions on how to obtain service, refer to
the warranty included in this Guide.
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.
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FCC Information
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Unpacking the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Using the FM and AM Antennas . . . . . . . . .2
Connecting the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
General Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Installing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Showing the Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Setting the Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Activating the Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Sleep Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
View Remaining Sleep Time . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Adjust Sleep Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Sound Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
X-Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Muting Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Using Preset Equalizer Curves . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Creating a Custom curves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Notes on CD-R/RW Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Loading Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Play and Pause Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Play and Load Simultaneously . . . . . . . . . . .8
Selecting a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Searching Through a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Random Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Sampling Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Setting Up a CD Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Playing a Program List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Displaying the Program List . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Edit Program List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Deleting Program List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Selecting Tuner Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Tuning to a Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Using Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Auto Preset Programming (FM only) . . . . . . .10
Manually Setting Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Suppressing Stereo Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . .11
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Handling CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Cleaning CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
CD Lens Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Important Information . . . . . . . . .13
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Headset Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Important Battery Information . . . . . . . . . . .13
Don’t Infringe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Technical Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Limited Warranty (U.S.) . . . . . . . . .14
Limited Warranty (Canada) . . . . . .16
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Table of Content
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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 FM antenna;
• one AM loop antenna;
• one user’s guide;
• one safety leaflet.
• Owner and registration Card
Back View
1. FM Antenna Jack
2. AM Loop antenna connector.
3. Main Speaker Jacks
Using the FM and AM Antennas
Before you use your audio system, you’ll want to
make sure both the FM and AM antennas are
positioned properly. Connect the FM antenna to
the FM connector on the back of the unit. Uncoil
it, making sure it is fully extended. (you may even
want to tape it to the wall behind the unit if pos-
sible. The higher the better.)
You’ll also need to connect the AM antenna loop
to the back of the unit if you listen to AM
stations. Rotate the AM loop antenna for better
reception.
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:
MAIN SPEAKERS 6Ω
FM
ANTENNA AM LOOP
RL
_
+
AC 120V/60Hz
GND
123
Release tab to lock wire in
the terminal.
NOTE: Make sure the insulation is completely removed from the
ends of the Antenna and speaker wires at all connection
points.
Antenna and Speaker Wire Connection
Push terminal tab down to
insert wire.
4 inches
4 inches
Front View
4 inches
4 inches
2 inches
Side View
ON/STANDBY SOURCE TUNE/PRESET
DEMOVOLUME
DISCSKIP DISC OPEN/CLOSE
CD-R/RW COMPATIBLE
5 DISC CHANGER
PUSH OPEN
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Main Unit
Front Panel
ON/STANDBY —Turns power on or off (STAND-
BY mode).
SOURCE - Selects CD player / tuner / external
source.
DISC SKIP - Skips to the next disc in CD mode.
DISC OPEN/CLOSE —Opens and closes disc
compartment.
VOLUME - Adjusts volume.
DEMO - Turns the feature demonstration on or
off.
TUNE/PRESET - Stops CD track, selects tune
or preset mode.
PLAY/PAUSE - Plays or pauses CD.
SKIP FORWARD - In CD mode - Goes to the
next CD track; selects the next program location.
In Tuner mode - Tunes up radio frequency; selects
the next preset station.
In Clock or Timer mode - Increases hour and
minute digit.
SKIP BACKWARD - In CD mode - Goes to
the previous CD track; selects the previous
program location.
In Tuner mode - Tunes down radio frequency;
selects the previous preset station.
In Clock or Timer mode - Decreases hour and
minute digit.
PHONES —Jack for connecting headphones.
AUX L/R - Jack for auxiliary connection.
Control Panel
Open the control panel by pushing on the
bottom side of the control panel cover and
rotating the the top
outwards.
CLOCK - Enters clock setting mode; shows clock
time.
TIMER - Enters timer setting mode; Turns on/ off
timer.
SLEEP - Selects sleep duration.
SHUFFLE - Selects random playback in CD mode.
REPEAT - Selects among repeat options in CD
mode.
INTRO - Selects intro playback in CD mode.
CD INFO - In CD mode, Selects display options to
show track elapse time, track remain time or disc
remain time.
PROG/SET - Enters program mode for CD and
Tuner; applies new settings for Clock and Timer
mode.
ST/MONO - Selects stereo and mono sound in
tuner mode.
BAND - In Tuner mode - selects radio band;
enters auto preset program in FM mode.
X-BASS - Turns X-Bass on/off.
DISC1 / DISC2 / DISC3 /DISC 4 / DISC 5 - Direct
access to the corresponding disc tray for play-
back.
EQ - Selects among different EQ options.
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General Controls
PHONES AUXLR
ON/STANDBY SOURCE TUNE/PRESET
DEMOVOLUME
DISC SKIP DISC OPEN/CLOSE
DISC 1DISC 2DISC 3DISC 4DISC 5
X-BASS EQ
CLOCK TIMER SLEEP SHUFFLE REPEAT INTRO CD INFO BAND PROG/SET ST/MONO
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Remote Control
ON/STANDBY - Turns power on or off from
standby mode.
CD - Selects CD player.
TUNER —Selects radio tuner.
AUX - Selects external input.
TIMER - Enters timer setting mode; Turns on/ off
timer.
SLEEP - Press to select the time interval in
minutes before the unit turns off.
EQ - Selects equalizer presets.
X-BASS - Turns on or off Bass Boost.
REPEAT - Repeats a track, CD or all CDs in CD
mode.
SHUFFLE - Turns on/off random listening in
CD mode.
FM ST • - Selects between stereo and mono
sound in FM tuner mode.
INTRO - Turns intro mode on or off to play the
first 10 seconds of each track in CD mode.
MUTE - Mutes audio output.
CD INFO - In CD mode, Selects display options to
show track elapse time, track remain time or disc
remain time.
PRESET / - Selects next/ previous preset
station. In Clock or TImer mode - Increases /
decreases the hour or minute digit.
VOL or - Decreases or Increases volume
level.
STOP - In CD mode - Stops CD playback; In
program mode - Clears program.
PLAY/PAUSE - In CD mode - Plays and
pauses CD.
SKIP BACKWARD - In CD mode - Goes to
the previous CD track and setting options;
searches backward through CD; In Tuner mode -
Tunes down radio frequency.
SKIP FORWARD - In CD mode - Goes to the
next CD track and setting options; searches
forward through CD; In Tuner mode - Tunes up
radio frequency.
OPEN/CLOSE - Opens and closes disc
compartment.
DISC SKIP - Skips to the next disc in CD mode.
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 compartment 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
VOL
DISC SKIP
TIMER
SLEEP
EQ
X-BASS
REPEAT
INTRO
FM ST•
CD
TUNER
AUX
CD INFO
PRESET
ON STANDBY
OPEN/CLOSE
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X-BASS - X bass is activated.
CLASSIC / ROCK / POP / JAZZ - Indicates the
preset equalizer selected.
SLEEP - Sleep is activated.
- Timer is activated.
- The corresponding disc icon lights to
show which disc compartment is loaded.
The current playing disc will flash.
STEREO - In FM tuner mode, indicates stereo
sound is selected.
PROG - In program mode.
INTRO - In CD mode, intro is activated so the first
10 seconds of each track will be played.
REPEAT 1 / REPEAT 1 DISC / REPEAT ALL DISC /
ALL DISC - In CD mode, indicates the repeat
option that is activated.
REPEAT 1 - Repeat track.
REPEAT 1 DISC - Repeat current disc.
REPEAT ALL DISC - Repeat all disc.
ALL DISC - Play all discs once.
- Random playback is activated in CD mode.
- In CD playback mode.
MHz / kHz - Radio frequency unit in tuner mode.
FM / AM - Band indicator.
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Display
STEREO
FM
AM 5
4
3
2
1
CLASSIC ROCK POP JAZZ
PROG INTRO REPEAT 1 ALL DISC
SLEEP
X-BASS
5
4
3
2
1
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Showing the Demonstration
Press DEMO to turn on/off demonstration mode.
The demonstration scrolls through all display
operations.
Setting the Clock
1. Press and hold CLOCK to enter clock setting
mode. The hour flashes on the display.
2. Press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP
FORWARD on the main unit or PRESET
or PRESET on the remote control to set
the hour .
Press CLOCK to shift to minute digits.
3. Press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP
FORWARD on the main unit or PRESET
or PRESET on the remote control to set
the minute .
4. Press PROG/SET to save settings.
Press STOP to quit settings.
Setting the Timer
1. Press and hold TIMER until the ON and clock
hour flashes on the display ( ON - timer on
time ).
2. For setting time, press SKIP BACKWARD
or SKIP FORWARD on the main unit or
PRESET or PRESET on the remote
control to set the hour and then press TIMER
to shift to minute digits.
3. Press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP
FORWARD on the main unit or PRESET
or PRESET on the remote control to set
the minute.
4. Press TIMER to change to OF (timer off time)
with clock time flashing. Repeat steps 2 & 3 for
timer off time setting.
5. Press TIMER to select source. Press SKIP
BACKWARD or SKIP FORWARD on
the main unit or PRESET or PRESET on
the remote control to select between CD /
TUNER / REC TU .
6. Press TIMER to set volume. Rotate the
VOLUME control to select desired volume
level.
7. Press PROG/SET to save settings.
Press STOP to quit setting.
The timer is automatically activated once timer
setting is saved.
Activating the Timer
Press and release TIMER to turn on/off the alarm.
The timer is active when the clock icon is lit.
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Settings
Note:
When system is ON, you can press CLOCK
to display the current time for about 2
seconds.
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Sleep Mode
You can select the time interval in minutes before
the unit turn off automatically. Press SLEEP to
select among OFF, 120, 90, 60, 45, 30, 15 and 5
minutes.
The sleep icon “SLEEP" lightes on the display
when sleep mode is activated.
View Remaining Sleep Time
When sleep is activated, press SLEEP once to
view remaining sleep time.
Adjust Sleep Time
Press SLEEP again when the remaining sleep time
is displayed to change sleep time.
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Settings
Note:
Sleep is automatically de-activated when
the unit is turned off.
Sound Features
Volume Control
Turn VOLUME on the main unit or press VOL
or on the remote control to adjust volume
level.
X-Bass
Press X-BASS to turn on/off boosting the bass
frequency.
Muting Audio
Press MUTE on the remote to cut the
sound. (Remote Only)
Using Preset Equalizer Curves
Press EQ to toggle among FLAT, ROCK, POP,
JAZZ, CLASS and CUSTOM. The display shows
the selection briefly.
Creating a Custom Curve
1. Press EQ to select CUSTOM mode.
2. While CUSTOM is displayed, press SKIP
BACKWARD or SKIP FORWARD on
the main unit or SKIP BACKWARD or
SKIP FORWARD on the remote control to
cycle among displayed bass- and treble - range
levels.
3. While BAS or TRE is displayed, adjust VOLUME
to set the associated gain between -10 - +10.
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This unit is compatible with
CD-RW/ CD-R discs for
playback.
Loading Discs
1. Press SOURCE repeatedly on the main unit or
CD on the remote control to select CD mode.
2. Press DISC OPEN/CLOSE on the front
panel of the main unit or OPEN/CLOSE on the
remote control to open disc compartment.
3. Insert up to 5 discs with label face up.
4. Press DISC OPEN/CLOSE on the front
panel of the main unit or OPEN/CLOSE on the
remote control again to close disc
compartment. The disc that is loaded and
ready to play is the icon that is flashing on the
display.
Play and Pause Discs
• Press PLAY/PAUSE in stop mode to begin
playback.
•Press PLAY/PAUSE during playback to to
pause disc.Press again to resume.
Play and load simultaneously by:
1. Press DISC OPEN/CLOSE on the front
panel of the main unit or OPEN/CLOSE on the
remote control to open the tray while a CD is
playing.
2. Load/change discs for available trays.
3. Press DISC OPEN/CLOSE on the front
panel of the main unit or OPEN/CLOSE on the
remote control to close the tray.
Selecting a Disc
•Press DISC 1, DISC 2, DISC 3, DISC 4, or
DISC 5 on the main unit to directly access the
corresponding disc.
•Press DISC SKIP to skip discs.
Searching Through a CD
• Press SKIP BACKWARD /SKIP
FORWARD on the main unit or or
on the remote control to skip to the previous
or next track.
•Press and hold SKIP BACKWARD / SKIP
FORWARD on the main unit or or
on the remote control to search through
a CD while it is playing.
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CD Player
CD-R / RW
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.
Note:
Be sure to remove all discs from the disc
compartment before moving or transporting
the unit!
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Random Playback
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 (REPEAT
1), current disc (REPEAT 1 DISC) , all discs (REPEAT
ALL DISC), or turn repeat mode off (ALL DISC).
Setting Up a CD Program
You can program the CD player to play up to any
32 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 P:01.
2. Press the corresponding disc number or DISC
SKIP on the main unit to select disc.
3. Press SKIP BACKWARD / SKIP
FORWARD 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 3 seconds. They system displays the message
CLEAR.
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CD Player
Attention:
Do not push to force closing of the tray
during CD playback or tray opening.
Note:
You may also press REPEAT to select 1 disc
or all discs before activating SHUFFLE
function.
Tips:
• You can create a program of up to 32
tracks.
• Press CD INFO repeatedly to view
elapsed track time, track number, track
remain time and disc remain time.
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Selecting Tuner Band
1. Press SOURCE on the main unit or TUNER on
the remote control to enter Tuner mode.
2. Press BAND to select between AM or
FM Radio band.
Tuning to a Station
Press SKIP BACKWARD / SKIP FORWARD
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 TUNE/PRESET 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
(FM Only)
Press and hold BAND button for 2 seconds to
scan stations in FM band. The stations will then
be stored as preset channels. A maximum of 32
stations can be stored. Beware of your preset
channels 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 sta-
tions cannot be recovered.
Manually Setting Presets
1. Press SKIP BACKWARD / SKIP
FORWARD to access the desired
frequency.
2. Press the PROG/SET button once.
3. The most recently accessed program location
will flash on the display.
4. If a different program location is preferred,
press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP
FORWARD on the main unit or PRESET
or on the remote control to move to
the desired preset number (1-32).
5. Press PROG/SET to store the selected
frequency at that preset.
Suppressing Stereo Signal
Press ST/MONO on the main unit or FM ST. on
the remote control to toggle between FM mono
and stereo for stereo FM stations.
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Radio
PR 01 FM
07 87.90
Tips:
Your audio system has 32 preset stations.
PROG
MHz
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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,
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 CD.
Problem
System will
not turn
on
No sound
Poor radio
reception
CD does
not play
Problem
CD sound
skips
CD button
will not
respond, or
does not
change
discs when
you press
DISC SKIP
Remote
control
does not
work
“ERROR”
message
Solution
• 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.
• Switch to another function
(Tuner) and then back to CD.
• 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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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.
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 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
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.
Maintenance
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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
transporting it from a cold place to a warm
place, as condensation may cause the system to
malfunction.
• Keep your unit away from humid areas and
abnormally hot places.
• Do not touch the player with wet hands. If
any liquid 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 collecting on the pick-up lens, do not
leave the compartment 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
batteries 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
following 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-
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.
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 therefore not condoned by
Thomson.
Technical Specification
Power supply: 120V~60Hz
Dimensions ( H x W x D inches):
Unit size - 10.4 x 7.8 x 12
Main Speaker - 10.4 x 8 x 7.5
CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB): 60Hz to 5kHz
Rating Plate: Look for it at the back of the set.
Important Information
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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 commercial 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 INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES
SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
OF THE CONSUMER. THOMSON INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-
TIAL 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 warranty. Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
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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 commercial 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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