RCA GES050 User Manual

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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.

GES050

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

EXPORTER

Thomson Inc.

P.O. Box 1976

Indianapolis, IN 46206-1976

©2006 Thomson Inc.

Trademark(s) ® Registered

Marque(s) Deposée(s)

Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)

5636 6750 (EN/E)

www.ge-electronics.com

Printed In China / Impreso en China

EN/E

FCC Information

FCC Information

This equipment has been tested and found to

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comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the
equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.

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 004-000­00345-4 when ordering copies.

This product complies with DHHS rules 21CFR
subchapter J. appliable at date of manufacture.

GE
GES050

Equipment tested for

compliance as a

complete unit

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.

Main plug is used as the disconnect device, it
shall remain readily operable and should not be
obstructed during intended used. To be
completely disconnected the apparatus from
supply mains, the main plug of the apparatus
shall be disconnected from the mains socket
outlet completely.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROW­HEAD WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
"DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE" INSIDE
THE PRODUCT.

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

WARNING:

SHOCK HAZARD,

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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 TOP OF

TO PREVENT FIRE

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT

THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARN ING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.

OR ELECTRICAL

Technical Information

Product: Spacemaker
Brand: GE
Model: GES050

For Your Records

In the event that service should be required, you
may need the model number. In the space below,
record the date and place of purchase:

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Model No.
Date of Purchase

Electrical Consumption

Place of Purchase

Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz
Power Consumption: 72 Watts

IMPORTER
Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V.
Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13.
Col. Roma. Delegación Cuauhtémoc

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.

C.P. 06700. México, D.F.
Telefono: 52-55-11-020360
RFC: CTM-980723-KS5

The descriptions and characteristics in this owner’s manual are for the purpose of general reference only and not as a
guarantee. In order to provide you with the highest quality product, we may make changes or modifications without
prior notice. The English version serves as the final reference on all product and operational details should any
discrepancies arise in other languages.

Table of Contents

First Things First

FCC Information

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Table of Contents ........................ 1

First Things First .......................... 2

Tools Required ...................................2

Parts Packed with Your Unit ............ 2

Before Mounting ...............................2

Mounting Procedure .........................3

Before Plug-In .............................. 6

Automatic Time Set ........................... 6

Selecting Time Zone ..........................6

Daylight Saving Time (DST) ..............6

U.S. Time Zone (Figure 1) ................. 7

Canadian Time Zone (Figure 2) ........ 7

Battery Backup Operation .......... 8

Installing Backup Battery ..................8

General Controls ......................... 9

Main Unit ...........................................9

Side Views ..........................................9

In Battery Compartment ................... 9

The Remote Control ........................10

Display ........................................ 11

Settings ...................................... 11

Setting the Time ..............................11

Setting the Countdown Timer ....... 11

Radio .......................................... 12

Built-In AFC ......................................12

Antennas .......................................... 12

Turning On the Radio ..................... 12

Turning Off the Radio .....................12

Adjusting Volume ............................ 12

Selecting Radio/TV Band ................. 12

Tuning to a Station/Channel ..........12

Automatic Station/Channel Search 12

Radio Frequency Memory ...............13

Memory Recall .................................13

TV Band ............................................13

Using the Weather Band ................13

CD Player .................................... 14

Selecting CD Player ......................... 14

Loading CD Disc ............................... 14

Play and Pause Playback .................14

Skip and Search Tracks.................... 14

End Playback ....................................14

Repeat and Random Playback........ 14

Using the Countertop Light ..... 15

Replacing the Bulb .......................... 15

Display Brightness .................... 15

Troubleshooting Tips ................ 16

Remote Control ............................... 16

Care and Maintenance .............. 17

Precautions .......................................17

Cleaning the Exterior ...................... 17

Handling Compact Discs ................. 17

Cleaning Compact Discs .................. 17

CD Lens Care .................................... 17

U.S. Warranty ............................. 18

Under Cabinet Mounting
Instructions

Tools Required

• Drill and 1/4" Drill Bit

• Ruler or Tape Measure

• Nail or Awl

• Scissors

• Screwdriver - Phillips

• Countersink (Optional)

• Masking Tape

• Safety Glasses

Parts Packed with your Unit

Spacers
3 — 1/4"
3 — 1/2"

3 — 1"

USE:

3 — 2 3/4" Phillips head screws

or

3 — 1 5/8" Phillips head screws

2 — Cord hooks

1 — Mounting

template

Cut out on solid black line.

Corte sobre la línea sólida negra.

Fold guidelines for cabinet with overhang.

Model 2-4290
349A2708-0001 (Rev 0 E/S)
95-10
Printed in Singapore

3 — Washers

Corte sobre la línea sólida negra.

Cut out on solid black line.

If no overhang, front edge of templet

should be even with front edge of cabinet.

Si no hay una parte sobresaliente la parte
delantera de la plantilla debe ser igual con

el borde delantero del cabinete.

FRONT FRENTE

Líneas de guía para ser dobladas en la parte sobresaliente de los gabinetes.

Cut out on solid black line. Corte sobre la línea sólida negra.

Before Mounting

Empty contents of the selected cabinet under
which the unit will be mounted and thoroughly
clean the underside of the cabinet to remove any
grease residue which might be present.

We recommend the unit be mounted at the front
edge of the cabinet.

Important: For secure mounting, the screws
must go into the radio to a depth of at least
If the overall length from the bottom of the
cabinet shelf to the bottom of the overhang is
more than 1 3/4", then a wood shim will be
necessary. A shim can be made from a sheet of
plywood, using the Template to locate the central
lines for drilling the 1/4" mounting holes. The
shim can be located between the cabinet shelf
bottom and spacers. Make sure the wood is at
least as thick as the excess over 1 3/4" If a shim is
necessary, longer screws are required. Longer
screws (Type #10-32) are available at most local
hardware stores.

Cut out the Template on the line indicated. The
Template size and screw hole positions are
identical to the top of the clock radio.

Corte sobre la línea sólida negra.

Cut out on solid black line.

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First Things First

Mounting Procedure

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1. If your cabinet does not have an
overhang:

(a) Position Template in desired location on

underside of cabinet, flush with front
edge.

(b) Then tape Template in place, and go to

Step 2 (Read “Caution”).

FRONT EDGE

OF CABINET

MOUNTING

TEMPLATE

MEASURE THICKNESS OF

CABINET OVERHANG

First Things First

Note:Note:

Note:

Note:Note:

If your cabinet has glue blocks or other
obstructions, cut out corresponding areas
on the Template to clear them. Do not cut
out or cut through the screw holes
indicated on the Template.

Note:Note:

Note:

Note:Note:

It is recommended that safety glasses be
worn while drilling screw holes to prevent
the possibility of eye injury.

2. Drill 1/4 -inch diameter holes through the
underside of the cabinet bottom shelf using
the 3 points marked on the Template.

Tips:Tips:

Tips:

Tips:Tips:

On wooden cabinets you may want to mark
and start the drill holes with a nail or an
awl.
Be sure to hold the drill very firmly against
the cabinet to reduce “walking” of the drill
bit from the markings.
Use masking tape above the hole locations
on inside of wooden cabinet shelf to help
reduce splintering.
If installing the unit under a wood cabinet,
you may wish to countersink the drilled hole
from the INSIDE of the cabinet if a
countersink attachment for your drill is
available. This will eliminate the use of
washers and allow the screw heads to be
flush with the floor of your cabinet. If you
cannot countersink the holes, use the
supplied washers.

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If your cabinet has an overhang:

(a) Measure the thickness of the overhang.
(b) Fold front of Template downward along

the printed guideline that is closest to
the thickness of your cabinet.

(c) Tape fold-down portion to backside of

overhang, Tape Template to cabinet
underside.

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FOLD TEMPLATE ON

DOTTED LINE

3. Remove Template and clean drill shavings
from inside and underside of cabinet.

4. If your cabinet does not have an

overhang, go to Step 5.
If your cabinet has an overhang, select

the spacer or combination of spacers that is
equal to or longer than the cabinet overhang.

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First Things First

Before Plug-In

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CABINET

OVERHANG

WASHER

3

/8" MINIMUM

EQUAL TO OR

LONGER THAN

CABINET

3

/4" MAXIMUM

OVERHANG

SELECTED SCREWS WHICH MEET MINIMUM,

BUT DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM LENGHT.

5. Insert screws FROM INSIDE THE CABINET. The
washers must be used on metal cabinets, and
on wood cabinets if you did not countersink
the drilled holes. Position washers, flat side
down, and place screws into the holes.

If your cabinet does not have an
overhang, go to Step 7.

6. Hold screw heads down while you push the
selected spacers onto the screws under the
cabinet. Be sure to push up spacers until they
are firmly against the cabinet bottom and/or
fully nested (if more than one is used).

7. Align radio under the screws. Hold the screw
holes in the top of the clock radio against the
mounting screws and partially tighten the
screws.
Do not fully tighten until all 3 screws have
been started. (The top front edge of the clock
radio should clear the overhang.)

CABINET
BOTTOM

SPACERS

8. Extend cord towards electrical outlet and
secure by using the Cord Hooks to hold cord
out of the way. For most attractive
appearance, place Cord Hooks at back edge
of cabinet (on or next to wall) directly over
outlet to be used. To attach Cord Hooks, peel
off adhesive back and attach to a clean, dry
surface on underside of cabinet or back wall.
Plug Cord into 120-volt AC electrical outlet.
We recommend that the line cord be fully
extended for best FM reception.

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Automatic Time Set

Selecting Time Zone

The Time Zone switch is located in the battery
compartment on the side of the unit.

Open the compartment door by rotating the
lock in the direction of the arrow .

TIME ZONE - Slide the switch to select time
zone.

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Select 1 for Eastern Daylight Time
Select 2 for Central Daylight Time
Select 3 for Mountain Daylight Time
Select 4 for Pacific Daylight Time

Daylight Saving Time (DST)

After selecting time zone and plugging in your
unit, daylight saving time must be activated for
those areas observing such change.

The daylight saving button is located in the
battery compartment on the side of the unit.
Press and hold the DAYLIGHT SAVING button
until the icon lights on the display.

To disable daylight saving time, press and hold
again until the icon no longer lights.

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Warning:Warning:

Warning:

Warning:Warning:

Please avoid playing with these buttons after
entering the Clock set mode.

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Before Plug-In

Battery Backup Operation

U.S. Time Zone (Figure 1)

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Canadian Time Zone (Figure 2)

This clock radio is equipped with a memory
holding system that can be powered with 2
“AAA” batteries (included). The power failure
protection circuit will not operate unless battery
is installed.

When normal household power is interrupted, or
AC line cord is unplugged, the batteries will
power the Spacemaker to keep track of time and
timer setting programmed into memory. When
the battery backup functions, the digital display
will not light. Normal operation will resume
after AC power is restored so you will not have
to reset the time.

Power Failure Indicator

The display blinks when AC power is interrupted
for more than 2 seconds. You need to reset the
clock time to stop the display from blink.

Installing Back up Battery:

1. The compartment door is located at the side
of the Spacemaker.

Rotate the lock in the direction of the
arrow until it is released. Remove the
compartment door.

2. Before inserting the batteries, observe the

polarities (that is, + and -) of the batteries,
then relate the polarities to the engraved
diagram inside the battery compartment.
Now insert the batteries.

3. Replace the battery compartment door. Lock

the door in place by pushing down on the
lock and rotating it in the opposite direction
(counterclockwise).

Note:Note:

Note:

Note:Note:

It is advised that the batteries be replaced
every 3 years.

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General Controls

General Controls

The Main Unit

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INSTANT WEATHER - Selects weather broadcast
stations given by U.S. Government Weather
Stations.

RADIO ON / BAND - Turns on radio mode, selects
radio bands.

VOL + / - - Adjusts volume.
In standby mode, selects display brightness level

(bright (normal) / dim / dimmer).

TIMER ON / OFF - Turns on/ off timer.
SET - Sets radio preset stations.
PRESET - Recalls preset radio stations.
OPEN CLOSE - Opens/Closes CD disc tray.
STOP - Stops CD disc playback.

Side View

/ - Opens / locks battery compartment.

LIGHT (HI / LO / OFF) - Slide the switch to OFF to

switch off countertop light, slide to LO for
dimmer light, and slide to HI for brighter light.

Remote sensorCD Drawer

REV - Tunes down radio frequency, selects the
previous TV and weather channel, selects previous
CD disc tracks, searches backwards through a track.

In standby mode - shows seconds counter.
FWD - Tunes up radio frequency, selects the

next TV and weather channel, selects next CD disc
tracks, searches forward through a track.

In standby mode - shows seconds counter.
PLAY PAUSE - Turns on CD mode, starts CD

playback, pauses CD disc playback

OFF - Turns the unit off.

In Battery Compartment

TIME ZONE - Slide the switch to select time

zone.
(Refer to the back of the battery compartment

door for selection details.)
Select 1 for Eastern Daylight Time
Select 2 for Central Daylight Time
Select 3 for Mountain Daylight Time
Select 4 for Pacific Daylight Time
Refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 on page 6 and 7

for time zone information in the United States
and Canada.

DAYLIGHT SAVING - Enable and disable
Daylight Saving Time in areas observing/not
observing such time change.

- Sets the clock time.

The Remote Control

RADIO ON / BAND - Turns on the radio, selects radio bands (AM/FM/TV)
MEMO RECALL - Recalls preset radio stations.
OFF - Turns off the unit.
MUTE - Mutes sound.
VOLUME + / - - Adjusts volume
PLAY/PAUSE - Starts and Pauses disc playback.
STOP - Stops disc playback.
TRACK TUNE - Tunes down radio frequency, selects the previous TV and

weather channel, selects previous CD disc tracks, searches backwards through a
track.

TRACK TUNE - Tunes up radio frequency, selects the next TV and weather
channel, selects next CD disc tracks, searches forward through a track.

CD MODE - Selects among CD playback modes.
TIMER - Turns timer on / off.

Inserting Batteries into Remote Control

The remote control must be inserted with 2 “AAA” batteries (not included)
prior to use. Follow the steps below to ensure correct installation.

1. Slide the battery compartment lid open by pushing it in the direction shown

2. Before inserting the batteries, observe the polarities (that is, + and -) of the

3. After installation of the batteries, replace and fit the lid to cover the

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by the arrow on the back of the remote control.

batteries, then relate the polarities to the engraved diagram inside the
battery compartment. Now insert the batteries.

batteries. You should hear a small “CLICK” sound when the lid is locked in
place.

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Display

Radio

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Playback modes:
Shuffle, repeat track,
repeat disc

In CD mode, shows
track number;
In tuner mode,
shows memory
location.

Weather Band

TV Band

Bass
indicator

Wx
TV

Radio
band

Settings

Setting the Time

The time display has a 12-hour format with AM
and PM indicator. To set the time:

1. Press (inside battery compartment) to enter
time setting mode.
The red Clock icon will appear on the
display.

2. To set clock time, use the / buttons to
select the correct time.
Press and hold to fast reverse or fast forward
clock time.

3. Press again to save clock time. The red
Clock icon will turn off.

AM/PM time
indicator

Time/ countdown time /
radio frequency

Daylight Saving
Time indicator

Setting the Countdown Timer

1. Press TIMER ON/OFF to enter timer setting
mode.
The red TIMER icon will flash on the display.

2. To select countdown time, use the
/ buttons to select the correct time.
Press and hold to fast reverse or fast forward
countdown time.

3. Press TIMER ON/OFF again to activate the
timer. The unit will beep twice to indicate
countdown has started. Remaining time
shows on the display.
The red TIMER icon will remain lit during
countdown.

4. Press TIMER ON/OFF to turn timer off at any
time or after it has sounded.

Volume

Radio frequency
unit

In clock setting mode
indicator

Countdown timer
indicator

Volume indicator

Built-In AFC

The Built-In Automatic Frequency Control (AFC)
works only on FM. It helps to reduce drift on FM
reception and to keep the radio locked in on the
FM station to which it is tuned.

Antennas

AM Antenna - A built-in ferrite rod antenna

eliminates the need for an outside antenna for
AM reception. Rotating the unit slightly may
improve reception of distant AM stations.

FM Antenna - The power cord acts as your FM
antenna. The power cord picks up moderate to
strong stations and eliminates the need for an
external antenna in most strong signal areas. Be
sure the power cord is stretched out to its full
length. Do not coil or bunch the cord together.
Changing position of the power cord may
improve reception.

Turning on the Radio

Press RADIO ON / BAND to turn on the radio.

Turning off the unit

Press OFF to turn off the radio.

Adjusting Volume

Press VOL - to decrease volume level.
Press VOL + to increase volume level.

Selecting Radio / TV Band

Press RADIO ON / BAND to select between FM,
AM and TV band.

Tuning to a Station/Channel

Press to tune down radio frequency or
select the previous TV channel.

Press to tune up radio frequency or select
the next TV channel.

Note:Note:

Note:

Note:Note:

The display will return to the clock
time after displaying the station fequency or
channel number for a few seconds. To view
the current station frequency or channel
number, press

or .

Automatic Station/Channel Search

Press and hold or for more than 1
second and release to start automatic station/
channel search in the direction selected.

Search will stop once a station is found.

Tips:Tips:

Tips:

Tips:Tips:

Press or to quit automatic station/
channel search.

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Tips:Tips:

Tips:

Tips:Tips:

In standby mode, press / to

show the seconds counter.

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Note:Note:

Note:

Note:Note:

The radio or CD player is muted when alarm
turns on.

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Radio

Radio

Radio Frequency Memory

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1. Follow steps in “Selecting Radio Band” and
“Tuning to a Station/Channel” to tune to the
station you want to store into memory.

2. Press SET to assign the next available memory
location to the selected station.
P will flash with the next available memory
location light on the display

If you wish to assign another memory location
or overwrite a previously set memory, press
PRESET (MEMO RECALL on remote control)
repeatedly to select the memory location.

3. Press SET again to confirm selection.

Tips:Tips:

Tips: Press and hold

Tips:Tips:

RECALLRECALL

RECALL on remote control) for

RECALLRECALL

around 4 seconds to delete a
selected preset radio station. The memory
location will become empty.

Tips:Tips:

Tips:

Tips:Tips:

A Maximum of 10 preset memory
locations are available.

PRESETPRESET

PRESET (

PRESETPRESET

Memory Recall

Press PRESET (MEMO RECALL on remote
control) repeatedly to recall preset stations.

TV Band

CH 2-13 are available for TV Band.
The TV indicator and the channel number lights

on the display when TV band is selected.

MEMOMEMO

MEMO

MEMOMEMO

TV Band
ch 2 59.75 MHz
ch 3 65.75 MHz
ch 4 71.75 MHz
ch 5 81.75 MHz
ch 6 87.75 MHz
ch 7 179.75 MHz
ch 8 185.75 MHz
ch 9 191.75 MHz
ch 10 197.75 MHz
ch 11 203.75 MHz
ch 12 209.75 MHz
ch 13 215.75 MHz

Using the Weather Band

Weather information is given continuously from
U.S. Government Weather Stations on frequencies
from 162.4MHz to 162.55MHz.

Weather Band
ch 1 162.400 MHz
ch 2 162.425 MHz
ch 3 162.450 MHz
ch 4 162.475 MHz
ch 5 162.500 MHz
ch 6 162.525 MHz
ch 7 162.550 MHz

Important:Important:

Important:

Important:Important:

The listening range of NOAA
weather stations varies from 10 miles up to
a maximum of 40 miles from the station’s
transmitter. In some areas of the United
States, weather transmissions cannot be
monitored. The effective range of this
radio will have side variations due to the
height of the local transmitting antenna,
atmospheric conditions, and the terrain
between the transmitter and your radio’s
location.

The Weather transmission, broadcast 24 hours a
day, are taped messages that are repeated every
4 to 6 minutes and revised and updated as
needed to match the changing weather
conditions. For additional information, check
your location office of the National Weather
Service (Department of Commerce).

CD Player

Loading CD Disc

1. Press the OPEN CLOSE button to open the
disc tray.

2. Insert CD disc with label side facing up.

3. Press OPEN CLOSE again to close the disc
tray.

Play and Pause Playback

Press PLAY PAUSE to start playback.
Press again to pause. The track number will flash

when in pause mode.
Press again to resume.

Note:Note:

Note:

Note:Note:

If no disc is in the disc compartment

“nd” will show on the display.

1. Press the INSTANT WEATHER button to
access Weather Bands with strong signals to
the unit.
The Wx indicator and the channel number
lights on the display when weather band is
selected.

2. Use the or arrow buttons to select
among the 7 weather channels.

Skip and Search Tracks

Press to go to the previous track.
Press and hold to quick search backwards

through a track.
Press to go to the next track.
Press and hold to quick search forward through a

track.

End Playback

Press STOP to end playback.

Repeat and Random Playback

Press CD MODE on the remote control
repeatedly to select among playback modes.

- Repeat track

- Repeat disc

- Random playback

- Repeating all tracks on the disc in
random order

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Using the Countertop Light

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Troubleshooting Tips

The countertop light switch is located on the side

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of the unit, and has three settings: HI, LO, and
OFF.

• For dimmer light, move the light switch to the
LO position.

• For more illumination, switch to HI.

• To turn the light off, place Light switch to OFF.

Replacing the Bulb

1. Unplug the unit cord from the AC power
outlet.

2. Unlatch the cover to open it.

3. Unscrew and remove the bulb.

4. Install the replacement bulb.

5. Swing the cover up and snap it in place.

6. Plug the cord into the AC outlet, and reset the
clock.

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Use only appliance-type bulb with a
maximum of 40-watt or equivalent for
replacement. To prevent hazard, do not
operate light without the cover.

Remote Control

• Is the unit plugged into a working AC outlet?
Try plugging it into one that you know will
work.

• Is the unit on?
Press RADIO ON / BAND or PLAY PAUSE
to turn the unit on.

• Have you selected the correct function when

pressing on the buttons?

For example, if the unit is in CD mode and
you try tuning to a particular radio frequency,
the remote control is not going to look like
it’s working. In such cases, press RADIO ON /
BAND to select radio or PLAY PAUSE to
select CD function first, then press on the
buttons.

• Are the batteries weak?
Try replacing old batteries with some fresh
ones.

• Are you pointing the remote control directly

at the unit while pressing the buttons?

You should be, because the remote control
sensor at the unit is right at the center of the
display.

• Are you too far from the unit when using the

remote control?

The remote control sensor can only sense
signals (from the remote control) within a
limited distance. So move closer towards the
unit.

• Are there any obstacles between the remote

control and the unit?

If there are, move all objects standing in the
way between the remote control and the
unit.

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Display Brightness

In standby mode, press VOL - or + to select
display brightness level (bright (normal) / dim /
dimmer)

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Care and Maintenance

U.S. Warranty

Precautions

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• Never open the cabinet under any
circumstances. Any repairs or internal
adjustments should be made only by a trained
technician.

•Warning: Never operate this product with the
cabinet removed.

• The CD player of this unit 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. Also, to keep
dust from collecting on the pick-up lens, do
not leave the compartment door open for an
extended period of time.

• The apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing and that no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on the apparatus.

• No naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

• Attention should be drawn to the
environmental aspects of battery disposal.

Cleaning the Exterior

Prior to cleaning the exterior, be sure to unplug
the power cord from the AC power outlet. Wipe
the exterior with a soft, clean, and slightly water­dampened cloth.

Handling Compact Discs

• Do not touch the signal surfaces. Hold by the
edges, or by one edge and the hole.

• Do not affix labels or adhesive tape to the
label surfaces. Also, do not scratch or damage
the label.

• Discs rotate at high speeds inside the player.
Do not use damaged (cracked or warped)
discs.

Cleaning Compact Discs

• Dirty discs can cause poor sound quality.
Always keep discs clean by wiping them gently
with a soft cloth from the inner edge toward
the outer perimeter.

• If a disc 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 anti-static
agents on discs. Also, never clean discs with
benzene, thinner, or other volatile solvents
which may cause damage to the disc surface.

CD Lens Care

When your CD lens gets dirty it can also cause
the unit 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. For instructions on cleaning the CD lens,
refer to the ones accompanying the lens care.

What your warranty covers:

• Defects in materials or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

• One year from date of purchase.
The warranty period for rental units begins with the first
rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental
firm, whichever comes first.

What we will do:

•Provide you with a new, or at our option, a
refurbished unit. The exchange unit is under
warranty for the remainder of the original product’s
warranty period.

• 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.

How to make a warranty claim:

• Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc.,
which were originally provided with the product.
We recommend using the original carton and
packing materials.

• Include evidence of purchase date such as the bill of
sale. Also print your name and address and a
description of the defect. Send via standard UPS or
its equivalent to:

Thomson Inc.

Product Exchange Center
11721 B Alameda Avenue
Socorro, Texas 79927

• Insure your shipment for of loss or damage.
Thomson accepts no liability in case of damage or
loss en route to Thomson.

• Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange
Center for service not covered by the warranty.

•A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you
freight prepaid.

What your warranty does not cover:

• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual provides
information regarding operating Instructions and
user controls. For additional information, ask your
dealer.)

• Installation and set-up service adjustments.

• Batteries.

• Damage from misuse or neglect.

• Products which have been modified or incorporated
into other products.

• Products purchased or serviced outside the USA.

• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning
damage.

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 CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR
ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED
WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE
STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS
LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD
SET FORTH ABOVE.

How state law relates to this 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 product outside the USA:

• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer
for warranty information.

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