RCA A3600, A3800, RS2523, T2600 User Manual
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THOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS
10330 N. Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN46290
© 2000 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Marca(s) Registrada(s)
Marque(s) ® Déposée(s)
55081420 (Rev. 0 EN/ F/ E)
www.rca.com
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usermanual
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FCC Information
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
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROWHEAD 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 USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
RCA Information
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.
This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR
Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture.
This equipment has been type tested and found to
comply with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15
of FCC Rules. These rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against radio and television interference in a residential installation. However , there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in particular installations.
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.
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.
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
instructions on how to obtain service, refer to the
warranty included in this Guide.
EN
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.
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Contents
FCC/ Safety Information
Before you Begin . . . . . .2
Unpacking the System . . . . .2
Check for Moisture . . . . . . . .2
Choosing System Location .2
Inserting Batteries into
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . .2
Cable Connections . . . . . . . .2
Power Connectins . . . . . . . . .2
General Controls
Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . .3
Display
The Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Showing Demonstration . . .4
Displaying Help Messages . .4
Adjusting Display
Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Clock and Timer
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . .5
Displaying Clock Time . . . . .5
Setting the Timer . . . . . . . . .5
Activating the Timer . . . . . .5
Sleep Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Sound Features
Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . .6
Boosting Bass & Enhancing
Surround Sound . . . . . . . . . .6
Muting Audio . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Using Preset Equalizer . . . . .6
Creating a Custom Curve . . .6
Selecting Custom Curve . . .6
CD Player
Loading/ Changing Discs . . .6
Disc Playback . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Random Playback . . . . . . . . .7
Introductory Playback . . . . .7
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Editing Program . . . . . . . . . .7
Clearing the Whole Program
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Automatic Tracks Skipping .8
Displaying Disc Details . . . . .8
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Selecting Tuner . . . . . . . . . . .8
Tuning to a Station . . . . . . .8
Setting Preset Station . . . . .8
Automatic Tuner
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . .8
FM ST/ SCAN Button . . . . . . .8
Tuning to an RDS Station
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Displaying RDS Station
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Replacing with RDS
clock time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Searching Station by Program
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Cassette Player
Playing the Tape . . . . . . . . .10
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Troubleshooting Tips
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More Information
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Handling CD . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Cleaning CD . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
CD Lens Care . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Cassette Player . . . . . . . . . .12
Safety Precautions . . . . . . .12
Important Battery
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Headset Safety . . . . . . . . . .12
Don’t Infringe . . . . . . . . . . .12
Technical Specifications . . .12
US Warranty . . . . . . . .13
Canadian Warranty . . .14
RS2523
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A3600
A3800
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Before you Begin
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Unpacking the system
Unpack your new mini audio system and locate all the
accessories. Y ou should have:
• one main unit (with 2 speakers);
• one remote control;
• one AM loop antenna;
• one FM wire antenna;
• one guarantee card;
• one user’s guide.
For Thomson model, you should also have;
• one audio cable;
• Thomson Multimedia Pack including MusicMatch
Music Management software (CD-Rom) and a patch
cable to connect your PC. (Refer to the page
“Thomson Multimedia Pack” for details)
• one subwoofer speaker for A3800.
Check for Moisture
Just as moisture can form on the inside of windows
on a cold day, it can also form on the inside of your
audio system causing it to malfunction.
If there is any moisture inside the system, the system
may not operate properly. In this case, you are suggested to disconnect the power to the unit and wait
for about 30 minutes for the moisture to evaporate.
Choosing System Location
It is recommanded to follow these guidelines when
setting up your system:
• Choose a solid, level surface. Don’t place on surfaces
like carpet or foam rubber .
• Choose a location away from direct sunlight, radiator , air ducts and sources of heat.
• Avoid locations subject to moisture, mechanical
vibration, shock or excessive dust.
• Ensure that the lcoation is adequately ventilated, as
it is essential to protect the unit from internal heat
build-up.
Inserting Batteries into Remote
Control
Open the battery compartment door on the back of
the remote unit and insert correctly 2 AAA batteries
with + or - signs matching with indications.
To use the remote control, point it directly at the unit.
Cable Connections
Refer to the following for connections on the back
panel:
Power Connections
Plug the power supply cord into an AC power outlet.
Note: For the sake of safety, complete all cable connections before you plug for power .
1. AM Loop Antenna Connector
2. FM Antenna Jack
3. Auxillary Input Jacks
4. Surround Speaker Jacks
5. Main Speaker Jacks
6. Subwoofer Speaker Jacks
7. Optical Output
(only available for Thomson Model)
10 cm
10 cm10 cm
CAUTION
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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 WHICH MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
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