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USER’S MANUAL
AUDIO-ON-DEMAND RECEIVER
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CA1000
Federal Communications Commission Information
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.
Service
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 in this guide.
Attach your sales receipt for future reference, or write down the date you purchased or received this product as a gift. This information will be valuable if service should be required during the warranty period.
Pur c ha s e Da t e _________________ Name of Store _________________ EID# ___________________________
Trademarks
Command Audio is a trademark of Command Audio Corporation. RCA is a trademark of Thomson Consumer Electronics America, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
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Patent Information
The Command Audio Receiver is manufactured in part under one or more of the following U.S. and International Patents: 5,590,195; 5,524,051; 5,406,626; 5,751,806.
U.S. and foreign pending patent applications. The AMBE® voice coding technology embodied in
this product is protected by intellectual property rights, including patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc.
Dolby® AC-3 technology in this product is protected by intellectual property rights of Dolby Laboratories, Inc.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER­SERVICEABLE PARTS IN­SIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT.
WARNING:
OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
TO PREVENT FIRE
THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROW­ HEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" INSIDE THE PRODUCT.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Federal Communications Commission
Information ........................................................... 2
Service ................................................................... 2
Trademarks............................................................ 2
Patent Information ............................................... 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................... 3
WARNING AND SAFEGUARDS................................ 4
Using Your Receiver while Driving..................... 4
Using Your Receiver in a Plane ........................... 4
Safely Using Headsets ......................................... 4
Welcome to Command Audio............................. 5
How are Programs Updated?.............................. 5
What if I Travel Out of Range of the Signal? ..... 5
CHAPTER 1: GETTING STARTED ............................. 6
Before You Begin .................................................. 7
Activating Your Receiver ..................................... 7
Connecting the Power.......................................... 8
CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR RECEIVER ................................................... 10
Receiver Features and Functions...................... 10
CHAPTER 3: OPERATING YOUR RECEIVER .......... 13
The Antenna........................................................ 13
Adding Programs ............................................... 13
MY PROGRAMS.................................................. 14
PLAYLIST 1.......................................................... 14
PLAYLIST 2.......................................................... 14
To Add Programs................................................ 14
Playing Programs ............................................... 15
Moving from Program to Program................... 15
Moving Within a Program ................................. 15
Program Availability .......................................... 15
Adding Programs to PLAYLIST 1 or
PLAYLIST 2 From MY PROGRAMS................... 15
Reordering Playlist ............................................. 1 6
Removing Programs from Playlists.................. 16
Saving Programs ................................................ 16
Saving Programs with Time Limits .................. 17
Playing Saved Shows ........................................ 17
Removing Saved Shows.................................... 17
CHAPTER 4: USING THE OPTIONS........................ 18
Description of Options ....................................... 18
System Info ......................................................... 20
Personalized Stock Quotes................................ 20
Stock Alerts ......................................................... 2 1
Editing Stocks ..................................................... 21
Removing Stocks................................................ 22
Personalized Traffic ............................................ 2 2
CHAPTER 5: USING THE RECEIVER IN YOUR CAR. 23
Hearing Command Audio on Your Car Radio . 23
CHAPTER 6: HOW TO INSTALL THE CAR KIT ......... 25
Using the Holster with the Belt Clip ................. 27
Removing the Car kit.......................................... 27
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................... 28
GENERAL CARE ....................................................... 29
LIMITED WARRANTY .............................................. 30
CA1000A PARTS ....................................................... 32
ACCESSORY ORDER FORM.................................... 33
INDEX........................................................................ 35
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Warnings and Safeguards
Using Your Receiver WhILE Driving
Your safety and the safety of others on the road are very important to us. You should be able to safely operate and enjoy your receiver while driving, but use caution. Keep in mind that it is dangerous (and illegal in some areas) to use headsets while driving.
Using Your Receiver in a Plane
The Command Audio Receiver contains an FM receiver and a low power FM transmitter that can interfere with aircraft navigation systems if not properly handled. You must turn off the Command Audio receiver before boarding an aircraft. To allow for safe air navigation and to comply with requirements of the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA), you must NOT turn the unit on or use it while in an aircraft (whether on the ground or in the air) unless you follow the instructions provided by crew members regarding the use of portable electronic devices.
You can still listen to stored Command Audio programming while in an aircraft. (Command Audio has a special “play only” mode.)
Safely Using Headsets
To safely use a headset, please keep the following in mind:
• Do not play your headset at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous extended play.
• If you experience a ringing in your ears, turn down the sound or stop using the headset.
• Do not use a headset while driving a car or riding a bike. This may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.
• Use extreme caution or do not use headsets 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.
How you get service:
Call 1-800-755-4570 and have your unit’s activation code and model/serial number ready. The activation code and model/serial number information is on the bottom of your receiver.
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A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone.
Welcome to Command Audio!
What If I Travel Out of Range of the Signal?
Your RCA CA1000 receiver is designed for discriminating users who wish to gather, customize, and listen to a broad range of information never before available from a single source. Whether it’s news, sports, weather, or lifestyle programming, information is at your command at the press of a button, once information is stored and updated.
Please glance at the following questions and answers to familiarize yourself with the Command Audio Service.
How are Programs Updated?
Your receiver is constantly updating and storing new programs, even while you are listening to it. This means that you don’t have to worry about missing new programs while listening to other programs. The information will be there when you are ready to listen to it.
Different programs are updated according to different schedules. Your Program Guide (located in a pocket of the Quick Start Guide) will tell you when new information is gathered for the programs that you wish to listen to.
The Command Audio Service is available in various cities throughout the United States. If you travel out of range of the Command Audio signal, (or if you set the reception switch to “OFF,”) the receiver will stop updating your programs. You will, however, be able to play the existing programs from your receiver’s memory. Once you return to any Command Audio Service area, and it is getting power, your receiver will be able to update your programs.
IMPORTANT: If you missed receiving a scheduled update due to being out of signal range or loss of power, you will not receive a new update until the next scheduled time period. (For example if you typically get an update every evening and missed this evening’s update due to loss of signal or power, then you will not get the next update until tomorrow evening.)
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Chapter 1: Getting Started
Make sure your package contains the following items:
• Receiver
• AC Power Supply
• Four Rechargeable Alkaline “AA” Batteries
• A Quick Start Guide
• Belt Clip
• Car DC Power Supply
• Cassette Adapter
• Car Accessories Kit
Program Guide
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Cassette Adapter
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“AA” batteries
Before You Begin
Activating Your Receiver
There are a few things you should know before you plug in and enjoy your receiver.
• Your receiver is constantly updating and storing
new programs, even while you are listening to it.
This means that you don’t have to worry about missing new programs while listening to other programs. The information will be there when you are ready to listen to it.
• The receiver is constantly recharging its batteries when it is plugged into a wall outlet or car lighter.
Command Audio recommends to always use an AC/ DC power source. The batteries are provided as a convenience, for those situations when an alternative power source is not readily available. We recommend using your batteries primarily as a backup power source.
• When you are NOT listening to the receiver:
—always leave it plugged into a power source when
possible.
—always slide the switch to ON or STANDBY so that
the receiver can gather and store new programs. If you switch the receiver to OFF, it will NOT receive and update programs.
Your receiver is pre-set at the factory to begin capturing our most popular programs for a 24-hour period from the first time you turn the power on. In order to continue receiving updates of programs after that 24-hour period, you must activate your receiver with Command Audio.
To activate your receiver:
1.Dial the Toll-Free Activation phone number printed on the sticker on your unit. 1.800.264.7289
2.Please have your receiver and credit card ready for Listener Care.
Once you have activated, please peel off the sticker.
Your receiver is programmed at the factory with various program examples, but in order to receive continuous updates of programs, you must activate your receiver with Command Audio.
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Connecting the Power
There are three ways to connect your receiver to power.
• Using an AC power source
• Using a car’s lighter plug for DC power
• Using the batteries
Using an AC power source
To use the AC power adapter, plug the receiver into a wall outlet:
1.Plug one end of the AC adapter into the receiver.
2.Plug the adapter into the wall outlet.
Using a car’s lighter plug for DC power
To learn how to connect the power in your car, please see page 23 in Chapter 5, “Using the Receiver in Your Car.”
Using the batteries
Your receiver comes with four rechargeable Alkaline batteries. You can also use standard batteries. The rechargeable batteries will power your receiver for a limited time (up to 2-6 hours) before requiring recharging, depending on previous battery usage. Standard batteries will last up to eight hours.
To install the batteries:
1.Remove the battery cover.
2.Put the batteries in, from left to right, making sure that the (+) and (-) are the same as the diagram in the compartment.
3.Slide the battery cover back on.
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Note: The receiver will not work if the batteries are
incorrectly installed. Rechargable batteries can take up to 7 hours to fully recharge.
Low BATTERY Indicator
Turning the Receiver ON
When the batteries are low, the receiver will sound an alert signal, and the low battery indicator (red) light on the front panel will blink.
Note:
• We recommend using alkaline or rechargeable batteries.
• Rechargeable batteries may result in shorter playing time.
• Remove batteries if storing the receiver for a month or more to avoid leakage.
• Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according to federal, state and local regulations.
• Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with a different battery type; if inserted incorrectly; if all batteries are not replaced at the same time; if disposed of in a fire; or if an attempt is made to charge a battery not intended to be recharged.
• Discard leaky batteries immediately to avoid possible skin burns or other personal injury.
To turn the receiver on:
1.Slide the POWER switch on the right-hand side of the receiver to ON.
2.Adjust the Volume control, located beneath the Power switch.
3.Listen to the two minute greeting from Command Audio.
When finished, please familiarize yourself with the various controls and features explained in the next chapter.
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Chapter 2: Getting to Know Your Receiver
This chapter will help familiarize you with the various controls. You will find that the controls operate very much like a Compact Disc (CD) player and other devices you may have used in the past. For example, buttons such as NEXT, PREV (Previous), and PLAY operate just like a CD.
Receiver Features and Functions
1.LCD Information Display
Displays information about programming and about your Command Audio receiver.
2.Power Switch
• Select ON to listen to programs and to receive and store new programs as you listen. You can also make selections from the Program Guide and Options.
• Select STANDBY to receive and store new programs. All other receiver functions are off. When not listening switch to standby. We can not update a program that is paused or playing.
3.Mode Switch
• Playback— Use to listen to programs you have selected from the Program Guide.
• Program Guide—Use to select programs on the Command Audio service.
• Options— Use for advanced features and to personalize your settings.
• Select the OFF position to turn the receiver functions off. Remember, only choose off when in an aircraft or when you will not use the receiver for an extended period of time. The receiver cannot receive and store new program updates when it is turned off.
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Item Mode Playback Mode Program Guide Mode Options Mode
Display Presents current program, its place in Presents Topic on 1st line Presents Option on 1st line
Add Allows you to place Adds a program from the For certain settings, confirms entry.
Prev Moves to the Moves backward Moves backward
Scan Back Moves through a program by subject, Moves among the programs Moves among the settings and Fwd caller, or segment. available within a topic. available within an option.
Playlist Initiates playback of a playlist. Programs from the When reordering a playlist, 1 and 2 Program Guide can be directly selects which playlist is to
My Initiates playback of all programs. Programs from the Program Guide None Programs can be added to My Programs.
Remove Used to remove programs from My None Used to remove a ticker and with
Saved Initiates playback of None None Shows saved programs.
Pause/Play Pause and resumes playback. None None
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sequence of available programs, and and available programs and possible settings on 2nd line. its total program time remaining. on 2nd line.
current program to Program Guide to My Playlist 1, 2 or Saved Shows. Programs, Playlist 1 or Playlist 2.
previous program. through the topics on the among the options in the receiver.
Program Guide.
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added to a playlist. be reordered.
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Programs, Playlist 1,2 or Saved shows. the save/limit % setting to remove
Used following Add to modify Saved Shows.
programs from Saved Shows.
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Next Moves to the next Moves forward through Moves forward
More Info Presents special information to the listener, Presents the schedule and duration Signal strength tone.
Low Power When the batteries are low, the receiver will emit an audible alert signal, Indicator and the red LED indicator will blink.
No Signal Red LED indicator will blink when receiver cannot receive Command Audio signal due to antenna Indicator placement or if receiver is out of geographic reception range. Stored programs can still be played back.
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program. the topics on the Program Guide. among the options in the receiver.
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i.e. traffic and stock alerts, related of programs. Fast tone = good signal information, and extended stock quotes. Slow tone = bad signal
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On Listen to the programming and receive new
programs. Select from the Program Guide or change Option Settings.
Standby Receive new programs. All other functions
are off.
Off Powers down the receiver. This mode is intended
for use in non-coverage areas or when use of an FM radio is not permitted, such as on an aircraft.
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Mode Selector (mode switch)
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Playback Primary usage mode to listen to Command
Audio.
Program Guide Used to select from programs available on
the Command Audio Service.
Options Advanced features and settings.
Chapter 3: Operating Your Receiver
Before operating your receiver, make sure that you have already:
√ Read and understood all of the safety instructions √ Installed the receiver’s batteries √ Connected the receiver to a power source √ Activated the program service by calling
Command Audio
Once you have accomplished these tasks, you’re ready to enjoy all that your CA1000 has to offer.
Note: It may take as long as twenty-four hours (or more) before any new programs have been completely stored into your receiver’s memory. MAKE SURE to leave the receiver plugged in, and the MODE switch set to either ON or STANDBY. See your Program Guide for a schedule that explains when the latest edition of each program is available.
the Antenna
It may not always be necessary to extend the antenna. If the “NO SIGNAL” light is blinking, either extend or collapse the antenna or relocate the receiver. When the “NO SIGNAL” light is turned off you will be receiving the signal. When in the STANDBY MODE, the LCD display will show when you are receiving a good signal.
Adding Programs
Your receiver comes with an electronic Program Guide. Use this Program Guide to select the programs you want to hear from the Command Audio Service. The receiver then automatically (and continuously) updates your chosen programs for you.
Playlists are a convenient way to store the programs you like to hear frequently, in the order you prefer to hear them. A typical playlist might include the following programs:
• Traffic reports
• Weather
• News
• Sports
• Stock quotes, etc.
Playlists are preset at the factory, but you can customize your receiver by adding or removing programs, and changing the order that programs are played. There is no limit to the number of programs you can add to your playlists, but keep in mind that your receiver is limited to eight hours of stored programming for a listening session.
There are three places you can store programs that you select from the Program Guide.
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1. My Programs
To add programs:
Use MY PROGRAMS to store programs that you frequently wish to hear anytime, at the press of a button. Programs are arranged alphabetically under “Topics” from the Program Guide. This is your master list of programs, any program placed on PLAYLIST 1 or PLAYLIST 2 will also be on MY PROGRAMS.
2. Playlist 1
Use PLAYLIST 1 to store programs that you want to hear at a particular time of day. For example, you may wish to store programs in PLAYLIST 1 for your morning commute. Or, if more than one person uses the receiver, that person might choose to store his or her programs in PLAYLIST 1. You can reorder the programs on PLAYLIST 1 in any sequence you wish. (Please see page 19 in Chapter 4, “Using the Options.”)
3. Playlist 2
Use PLAYLIST 2 to store programs that you want to hear at a particular time of day. For example, you may wish to store programs in PLAYLIST 2 for your evening commute. Or, if more than one person uses the receiver, that person might choose to store his or her programs in PLAYLIST 2. You can reorder the programs on PLAYLIST 2 in any sequence you wish. (Please see page 19 in Chapter 4, “Using the Options.”)
1.Slide the mode switch to PROGRAM GUIDE.
2.Press the NEXT or PREV buttons to review the topics available on the service
3.Press the Scan Fwd and Scan Back buttons to review the programs within the topics that you can add to MY PROGRAMS, PLAYLIST 1 and PLAYLIST 2. Before pressing the ADD key, if the program has already been added to a playlist, then you will see a solid green light next to MY PROGRAMS, PLAYLIST 1 and/or PLAYLIST 2.
3.When you decide on a program, press ADD. You will hear an audible prompt, “Add To.” You will see a green (LED) light flash next to My PROGRAMS, PLAYLIST 1, and PLAYLIST 2.
4.Press My Programs, PLAYLIST 1 or PLAYLIST 2 to indicate in which list the new program will be stored.
Note: Even if the playlist already has the program added, adding the program again will not affect the playlist.
Note: Any program added to PLAYLIST 1 and/or PLAYLIST 2 will automatically be available in MY PROGRAMS. The receiver will audibly confirm that the program has been added. The program and on­going new editions will be available on a regular basis, following the initial transmission from Command Audio. To find out how often a new
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edition of a program is available, press MORE INFO while in the PROGRAM GUIDE mode.
PAUSE/PLAY button again to resume slightly before the place you paused.
Playing Programs
There are four ways of playing back programs you have selected:
1. MY PROGRAMS allows you to hear all of the programs, arranged alphabetically by topic, that the receiver has collected.
2. PLAYLIST 1 allows you to listen to programs in the order you selected them.
3. PLAYLIST 2 also allows you to listen to programs in the order you selected them.
4. SAVED SHOWS allows you to hear specific programs editions you have saved.
Moving from Program to Program
Press NEXT to advance to the next program. Press PREV (previous) once to return to the previous program.
Moving Within a Program
Press SCAN FWD or SCAN BACK to move between stories or segments within a program.
Note: Press PAUSE/PLAY while listening to a program
to temporarily interrupt its playback. Press the
Program Availability
Your playlist may have a combination of programs that are produced, available or updated throughout the day on a daily, or weekly basis.
Your playlist will play all of the programs that you selected, whether or not you have listened to some of them previously.
When an edition of a program is not available, MY PROGRAMS, PLAYLIST 1 and PLAYLIST 2 will announce when the next edition will be available. After you have listened to a program, the receiver marks it to be deleted or replaced when a new program edition is received unless you save it to “SAVED SHOWS.” (Please see “PLAYING SAVED SHOWS” on page 17 later in this Chapter.)
Adding Programs to Playlist 1 or Playlist 2 from MY PROGRAMS
If the program is already on MY PROGRAMS and you want to add it to a playlist:
1.Press MY PROGRAMS
2.Use PREV and/or NEXT to select the program you want.
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3.Press ADD. You will hear an audible prompt, “Add To.”
If you want to reorder more programs, please repeat Step 4.
4.Press PLAYLIST 1 or PLAYLIST 2. You will hear an audible prompt “Added.”
As you add programs, they will be placed at the end of the playlist. The display shows the number of programs on a playlist and the position of the current program. If the program you want to add is not already on MY PROGRAMS, please follow the steps in the section “Adding Programs” on page 13.
Reordering Playlists
To change the order that you hear programs:
1.Select the OPTIONS mode.
2.Press the NEXT key until “REORDER LIST” appears. The green LED light will blink next to PLAYLIST 1 and PLAYLIST 2.
3.Select the playlist you would like to reorder.
4.Use NEXT and/or PREV to choose the program you want to move.
Removing Programs From Playlists
Follow the steps below to remove a program from a playlist.
Note: If you remove a program from a playlist, it will still be available under MY PROGRAMS. If you do not want to receive this program at all, remove it from MY PROGRAMS. This will also remove it from the Playlist.
1.Select the PLAYBACK mode.
2.Press the PLAYLIST1, PLAYLIST 2, or MY PROGRAMS button that contains the program you want to remove.
3.Use PREV and/or NEXT to choose the program you want to remove.
4.Press REMOVE. You will hear an audible prompt confirming that you would like to remove a program.
5.Use the SCAN buttons to change the sequence number. The display will show the current sequence number.
6. Press ADD to confirm your choice.
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5.Press REMOVE again to confirm deletion. You will hear an audible prompt confirming that the program has been removed.
Saving Programs
Playing Saved Shows
If you like a particular edition of a program but don’t have time to listen to it and don’t want it replaced when a newer edition becomes available, you can save it and play it later. To do this:
1.Select the PLAYBACK mode.
2.Choose the program from MY PROGRAMS, PLAYLIST 1 or PLAYLIST 2.
3.Press ADD. You will hear an audible prompt, “Add To.”
4.Press SAVED SHOWS. You will hear an audible prompt “Added, Saved Shows.”
There is approximately eight hours of memory available for storing programs. If you save too many shows, you will affect the receiver’s ability to update new programs.
Saving Programs with Time Limits
Some programs have a time limit on how long you may save them. If you try to save such a program, the receiver will alert you. When the time limit is reached, the receiver will remove the show automatically.
To play saved shows, press SAVED SHOWS. If there are multiple shows saved, use NEXT and/or PREV to select the program you want. The SAVED SHOWS will give a time stamp of the program of when it was saved; for example, “Program name, Oct. 12th.” The SCAN FWD and SCAN BACK key will work the same as the playlists to skip within a program.
Removing Saved Shows
1.Select the PLAYBACK mode.
2.Press SAVED SHOWS.
3.Use the PREV and/or NEXT to choose the program you want to remove.
4.Press REMOVE. You will hear an audible prompt confirming that you would like to remove a program
5.Press REMOVE again. You will hear an audible prompt confirming that the program has been removed.
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Chapter 4: Using the Options
Your receiver comes with special options to further personalize your settings.
To review these options:
1. Slide the Mode switch to OPTIONS.
2. Use PREV and/or NEXT to display the options.
3. Use the SCAN buttons to advance choices within a specific option setting. The receiver will confirm your choices audibly.
Description of Options
The following is a list of options available, the setting choices within these options, and an explanation of each choice.
AUTOPLAY ON
There are four setting choices.
1.AM/L1, PM/L2 (which stands for “In the morning, PLAYLIST 1,”; “in the evening PLAYLIST 2.”)
2.PLAYLIST #1.
When turning your receiver ON, the receiver will automatically play back the list you have selected.
Additionally, your receiver will automatically turn on and off with your car’s ignition, if the receiver is plugged into your car’s cigarette lighter.
BULLETIN
There are three setting choices.
1.Instant Play.
2.More Info.
3.Off. If you select “Instant Play,” the receiver will interrupt
the current program playing to present the latest bulletin and then return to the program that was playing. If you choose “More Info,” the receiver will audibly and visually notify you that a bulletin exists, (the “More Info” light will blink) but it will wait for you to press the MORE INFO button to present the bulletin. If you choose “Off,” the bulletin will not be presented, and you will not be notified that one exists.
3.PLAYLIST #2.
4.MY PROGRAMS.
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FM TRANSMIT
88.1 MHz 107.9 MHz.
PORTFOLIO
There are three setting choices.
This option specifies which FM station to tune your car radio to in order to listen to Command Audio programs over your car’s speakers. Press the SCAN FWD or SCAN BACK button to match the FM (non­broadcasting)station on your stereo to receive the transmission from your CA1000.
Note: Please see page 24 in Chapter 5: “Using the Receiver in Your Car” for more details.
HOME CITY
When you are in your home service market leave this mode in “Yes.” If you travel to another city offering Command Audio Service, turn this mode to “No.” When Home City is set to “No,” your receiver will search for the Command Audio signals in the new market. You will receive special programs for travelers, and national programs. Your home market programs and settings will not be changed.
PLAYLISTS
There are two setting choices.
1.Present All.
2.Present New.
“Present All” allows you to hear all the programs on your Playlist even if you have listened to a few of them already. “Present New” plays only new program updates which you have not yet heard.
1.Add.
2.Edit.
3.Remove. The “Add” option allows you to follow stocks and
funds. The “Edit” option allows you to edit stocks and fund symbols. The “Remove” option allows you to remove specific symbols from your portfolio. See Personalized Stock Quotes for more details on all three optional settings.
Note: My Portfolio will appear as a program in MY PROGRAMS after a symbol is entered.
REORDER LIST
There are two setting choices.
1.PLAYLIST 1.
2.PLAYLIST 2. This option allows you to reorder the program
sequence in the selected Playlist. Select a playlist, and use the NEXT/PREV buttons to choose the program you want. Then use the SCAN buttons to change the program’s position in the list. Press ADD to complete the change in program sequence..
Note: Watch the bottom left corner of the display to see the program’s position change. See page 16 reordering Playlists.
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SYSTEM INFO
There are two setting choices
4.Use the SCAN buttons to move up and down the alphabet to select characters for the ticker. You can have up to a six position ticker symbol.
1.Battery.
2.Diagnostics. This option provides you with information about your
receiver’s battery status and a troubleshooting code for Listener Care. Use either SCAN button to select the battery setting choice you desire. Then press the ADD button. If you selected “Battery” setting, the unit will indicate the power source (External) or the percentage of battery life remaining. If you selected the “Diagnostic” setting, the unit will display a troubleshooting code.
PERSONALIZED STOCK QUOTES
BUSINESS PLUS SERVICE
The Personalized Stock feature keeps you informed about particular stocks and mutual funds that interest you. The unit will receive updates on a delayed basis throughout a trading session, when information changes about your stocks.
Adding Stocks
5.Press NEXT to advance to the next character.
6.Press ADD to confirm entry.
7.HIGH PRICE ALERT.
8.Use the SCAN keys to input the dollar amount.
9.Use the PREV and NEXT keys to move position.
10.Press ADD to confirm entry.
11.LOW PRICE ALERT.
12.Use the SCAN keys to input the dollar amount.
13.Use the PREV and NEXT keys to move position.
In the Business Plus Service you will have access to 52 WEEK HIGH/LOW ALERT and HIGH VOLUME ALERT. Use the SCAN keys to select On or Off for these alerts.
To cancel at any time, press any of the navigation buttons or wait eight seconds without pressing any buttons.
1.Choose the OPTIONS mode.
2.Select PORTFOLIO by advancing among the options, using the NEXT button.
3.Press the ADD button.
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Note: When you press the ADD button to confirm the addition of this stock ticker symbol, you are then presented with four automatic Stock Alert Options. You MUST go through all four selections in order to return to the STOCK PORTFOLIO/ADD STOCK option, which then allows you to repeat the process and add another stock ticker to track.
STOCK ALERTS
Editing Stocks
There are four automatic stock alerts.
1.High Price Alert.
2.Low Price Alert.
3.52 Week High/Low Alert.
4.High Volume Alert.
The “High Price Alert” allows you to enter (using either of the SCAN buttons) a specific dollar amount. When the stock surpasses this price, you will be notified via an Instant Bulletin. The “Low Price Alert” setting performs a similar function, alerting you when the stock price goes below a pre-set amount. Both the “52 Week Hi/Lo Alert” and the “High Volume Alert” are simple On/Off settings. Use the SCAN forward button to change from On to Off. When set to On, a Bulletin will indicate that a new 52 week high or low has been reached, or that there is a high volume of that stock trading hands.
Note: If you do not want a “High or Low Price Alert,” leave the dollar value set to $0.00. If you do not want a 52 Week High/Low Alert or a High Volume Alert, leave these settings in the Off position.
1. Choose the OPTIONS mode.
2. Select Portfolio by advancing among the options, using the NEXT button.
3. Select EDIT by pressing the SCAN FWD button.
4. Press the ADD button.
5. Use the SCAN buttons to select the ticker.
6. Press ADD to complete the ticker edit.
7. HIGH PRICE ALERT.
1. Use the SCAN keys to input the dollar amount.
2. Use the PREV and NEXT keys to move position.
3. Press ADD to confirm entry.
8. LOW PRICE ALERT.
1. Use the SCAN keys to input the dollar amount.
2. Use the PREV and NEXT keys to move position.
9. Press ADD another four times to work your way through all four Stock Alert options, returning to Stock Portfolio/Add Stock.
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To cancel at any time, press any of the navigation buttons or wait eight seconds without pressing any buttons.
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Removing Stocks
Personalized Traffic
1.Choose the OPTIONS mode.
3.Select Portfolio by advancing among the options, using the NEXT button.
4.Select Remove by pressing the SCAN FWD button twice.
5.Press the ADD button. (This option will only appear if a ticker has been entered already.)
6.Use the SCAN buttons to select the ticker you want to remove.
7.Press REMOVE to delete your selected ticker from My Portfolio. Wait a few seconds for the ticker to erase.
8.Repeat steps #6 and #7 to continue removing stocks.
9.When you want to exit the REMOVE STOCK option, press the NEXT button.
To cancel at any time, press any of the navigation buttons or wait eight seconds without pressing any buttons.
Command Audio Personalized Traffic allows you to receive continuous traffic reports about specific traffic areas in your city. After your unit is activated, you can select the specific areas you want to know about from the Traffic topic within the PROGRAM GUIDE mode. You can add specific traffic areas to your playlists. The specific traffic areas will be played in the sequence you select. If you travel through many traffic sectors, you may want to sequence the reports in the order in which you drive through the sectors. Once you have listened to a personalized traffic report, all new traffic incidents for that sector will alert you as they are received. If you do not want playback to be automatically interrupted by new traffic reports, use the OPTIONS mode to set the Bulletin option to “instant play” or set it to OFF.
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Chapter 5: Using the Receiver in Your Car
Your receiver is designed so that it can be safely used in a car. The integrated antenna and Accessory Mounting Kit are provided for convenient installation.
Make sure your car accessories kit contains the following items:
• Ball Assembly.
• Large, Medium and Small Legs.
• Receiver Holster.
• Two Straps.
• Two Extensions.
• DC Car Adapter.
• Cassette Adapter.
• Two Rubber Feet.
• Belt Clip.
Note: Some cars have cigarette lighters that do not supply power when the ignition is off. You can tell if your car lighter turns off with the ignition if the LED light on the supplied cigarette lighter jack is not lit when you turn your car off.
If your car’s cigarette lighter jack does not supply power when the car is turned off, it will be necessary to take your receiver with you and plug it into an AC power source when parking for periods of time exceeding the battery’s “standby mode” capacity.
To use the receiver in your car:
1.Install the car Accessories kit according to instructions included with the kit itself.
2.Place the receiver in the holster of the Accessories kit.
3.Connect the DC car adapter to the receiver and then to the cigarette lighter jack in your vehicle.
4.Extend the antenna as far as possible, positioning it behind the rear view mirror of the car.
Hearing Command Audio on your car radio
There are two ways you can hear Command Audio on your car radio.
1.The supplied cassette adapter.
2.The built-in wireless FM transmitter.
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Using the cassette adapter
To use the cassette adapter:
Consult your vehicle’s radio Owners Manual for details on setting preset buttons.
1.Insert the cord from the cassette adapter into the earphone jack.
2.Insert the cassette portion into your car’s cassette deck. Adjust the volume on your CA1000 and your car to the desired levels.
Using the FM transmitter
To use the FM transmitter:
1.Tune your car radio to an FM frequency that does not have a radio station.
2.Optons. FM transmit. Use the scan buttons to select the FM frequency.
3.Set the FM transmitter frequency on the receiver to the same frequency you selected for your radio.
4.Make sure the POWER MODE switch is in the ON position.
5.Press MY PROGRAMS, PLAYLIST 1 or PLAYLIST 2.
If you have a digital toner, find two stations with at least five frequencies between them. Set the FM transmit to the middle frequency. Then scan your radio to find middle frequency.
Using AUTO ON/OFF
Your receiver will automatically turn on and off with your vehicle ,if you leave it connected to your car’s cigarette lighter jack. When the unit powers up, it will automatically play Playlist 1 in the AM hours, and Playlist 2 in the PM hours. You can use this setting to play only one of those playlists, or MY PROGRAMS, when you turned off your car. Please see page 18 in Chapter 4: “Using the Options” for more information.
Note: You can retune the receiver to transmit to any FM frequency that is not used in your area. Please see page 19 in Chapter 4: “Using the Options” for more information.
If your car has preset radio positions, and 88.7 is an empty station in your area, we suggest that you preset this station as your Command Audio station.
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Chapter 6: How To Install The Car Kit
Release Tab
Holster
Release
Lever
Rubber Feet
Extensions
Leg
Ball Assembly
Straps
Belt Clip
Step: 2
Choose which leg best fits your car. The leg should make contact with a solid area around your air vent. Insert the rubber feet into the selected leg.
Step: 3
Snap the leg onto the ball assembly. The larger leg has three different snap-on positions so that you can adjust the height of the receiver. If your car has a tall and narrow vent, mount the leg horizontally and snap the ball assembly vertically.
Step: 1
Select the best vent for mount attachment. Vents in the center of the dashboard are the best choice because (1) the cigarette lighter/battery connection is close at hand; (2) it is safe and easy to reach the receiver from this position; and (3) you will get the best reception.
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STEP: 4
Step: 7
Slide the straight ends of the straps from back to front into the clip portion of the ball assembly.
Step: 5
Attach the hooked side of both straps to the air vent.
Step: 6
Pull both straps simultaneously, to tighten the assembly onto your dash.
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Feed the excess strap length into the return slots.
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Step: 8
Slide holster onto the mount.
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STep: 9
Insert the RCA receiver into the holster.
Using the Holster with The belt clip.
You can slide the holster off the mount and attach it to the belt clip for portable use. Push the release tab on the back of the holster and slide the holster up to remove it. Then replace it in the belt clip.
STep: 10
Plug in the power cord and fully extend the antenna. There is a swivel joint at the bottom of the antenna. The best antenna position is usually behind the rear view mirror.
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Removing the Car Kit
Remove the excess straps from the return slots. Press down on the strap release levers and pull the car kit away from the dashboard. Push the straps into the vent to unhook them from the air vent. Then slowly pull the straps out of the vent.
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Chapter 7: Troubleshooting
Trouble Checks and Adjustments
No power
• Maybe the batteries are weak.
- Open the battery cover and remove and reinsert the batteries.
- Plug in a power cord and recharge the batteries. (See Using Batteries for more details on battery life.)
• Check if the power cord is plugged in, if no batteries.
• Make sure the power mode switch is in the ON position and the mode switch is in the PLAYBACK position.
Does not play the programs chosen
• Check to see if the receiver has power first.
• Check that the Power mode switch is in the ON position. And the Mode switch is in the PLAYBACK position.
• Check the No Signal LED, if it is blinking then move the power and mode switches to ON and Options. Press the MORE INFO button.
Note: A pulsing tone is a bad signal strength. A
steady tone is a good signal strength. If a bad signal is found, move the receiver around until a steady tone is heard. Extend the antenna or collapse the antenna to help reception. If you normally do not get FM radio stations at this location, then you will not get the Command Audio Service.
• Check the to see when the program is transmitted. Switch positions On/Playback, find the program you want to hear and press the More Info button.
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General Care
To keep your unit working and looking good, follow these guidelines:
• Avoid putting the unit near heating appliances and devices that generate electrical noise (for example, motors or fluorescent lamps).
• Avoid dropping the unit, as well as other rough treatment.
• Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder because this will damage the finish.
• Keep the original packaging in case you need to ship the unit at a later date.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
What your warranty covers: Any defect in materials or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase: 90 days unit exchange, which includes parts and
labor. The warranty 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:
Exchange your defective receiver with a new or, at our option, refurbished unit.
How you get service:
Call 1-800-755-4570 and have your unit’s activation code and model/serial number ready. The activation code and model/serial number information is on the bottom of your receiver.
A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone.
To receive a replacement receiver before you return yours:
Option I
1.Provide your Discover, MasterCard or Visa account number and expiration date to your phone representative. This is for security purposes only and your account will not be charged at this time.
2.We will send you a replacement unit.
3.If you return the unit to us within 14 days from the date you were provided an RA number, only items not covered by warranty will be charged to your account. If your unit is not received within 14 days, the suggested retail value of the receiver will be charged to your credit card. This amount will be credited, less a $10 handling fee, if the unit is subsequently received.
4.Ship your defective unit back to us using the replacement unit’s carton. Shipping instructions will be included on the carton along with your RA number which will allow you to easily ship the unit back to us. Make sure you insure your shipment in case of damage or loss. Include with the shipment:
If the representative determines that you should receive a replacement receiver you will be provided with a Return Authorization (RA) number and the location of a nearby exchange point if one exists. No returns will be accepted without the RA number.
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• A brief note describing your receiver problem.
• Your name, address and phone number.
Option II
1.We will send a replacement unit to our exchange point.
The representative will advise the address to mail a cashier’s check or money order for payment if there are any out of warranty labor or parts charges, and you elect not to use your credit card.
2.The Exchange location will notify you of its arrival.
3.Take your unit to the exchange location and you will be provided the new of refurbished unit. Please keep all accessories such as the holding case.
4.If the repairs are covered by your warranty, you will not be billed.
Thomson assumes no responsibility for warranty shipments from the customer to the factory if not shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson.
To receive a replacement receiver after we have received your unit:
Write the RA number on the outside of the carton used to return the unit. Make sure you insure your shipment in case of damage or loss.
Carefully pack the unit using the original box and packing material if possible. Please retain all accessories that were included with your unit.
Include with the shipment:
1.A brief note describing your receiver problem.
2.Your name, address and phone number.
After we receive your product, a new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you.
What your warranty does not cover:
• Acts of God.
• Adjustment of customer controls.
• Damage from misuse or neglect.
• A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes.
• Batteries.
• Units purchased, serviced or operated outside the USA.
• Loss of programming.
• Shipping damage if the unit was not packed and shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson.
Note: Storage fees may be charged by the exchange point if you fail to pick up the replacement unit in a timely manner.
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How state law relates to warranty:
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights that vary from state to state.
CA1000A Parts
DOOR, BATTERY .................................................. 244047
If you purchased your product out­side the United States:
This warranty does not apply. See your dealer for warranty information.
We offer a 90 day warranty, which includes parts and labor and covers any defects in materials or workmanship. We will exchange your unit with a new one or with a refurbished unit, at our discretion.
DOOR, MEMORY SLOT ....................................... 244048
DOOR, DISPLAY.................................................... 244049
ANTENNA, ROD ................................................... 244050
CLI P, BELT.............................................................. 244051
ADAPTER, AC/DC ................................................. 244052
ADAPTER, DC/DC ................................................. 244053
CRADLE, RECEIVER .............................................. 244054
(HOLSTER)
KIT, CAR MOUNT ................................................. 244055
MOUNT, BALL....................................................... 246943
LEG , S MA L L .......................................................... 246944
LEG , M ED I UM ....................................................... 246945
FOO T ..................................................................... 246946
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STRAP .................................................................... 246947
ADAPTER, CAR CASSETTE..................................... 54097
Accessory Order Form
DESCRIPTION
CATALOG NUMBER
✂
For credit card purchases
Your complete charge card number, its expiration date and your signature are necessary to process all charge card orders.
Copy your complete account number from your VISA card.
My card expires:
CUSTOMER: CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE.
Copy your complete account number from your MasterCard.
Copy the number above your name on the MasterCard
My card expires:
____________________________________________________________________
Authorized Signature
PRICE*
*Prices are subject to change without notice.
QUANTITY
TOTAL
Total
Merchandise ............................................................. $______________
We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state, county, and locality to which the merchandise is being sent.
Use VISA or MasterCard preferably. Money order or check must be in U.S. currency only. No COD or Cash.
All accessories are subject to availability. Where applicable, we will ship a superseding model.
Sal e s Tax ................................................................... $_______________
Shipping, Handling, and Insurance ...................... $_______________
$5.00
Total Amount Enclosed .......................................... $_______________
Mail order form and money order or check (in U.S. currency) made payable to Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. to:
Consumer Electronics, Mail Order Department P.O. Box 8419 Ronks, PA 17573-8419
This is your return label. Please print clearly. To: Name________________________________________________________ Address_____________________________________ Apt.____________ City ________________________State________ ZIP_________________
Please make sure that this form has been filled out completely.
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How you get service:
Call 1-800-755-4570 and have your unit’s activation code and model/serial number ready. The activation code and model/serial number information is on the bottom of your receiver.
A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone.
THOMPSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS
10330 N. Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN 46290
©1999 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Printed in China
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