RCA RCD150, RCD152 User Manual

FCC Information

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC

Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or modifications not expressly approved by Thomson Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this product. This device generates and uses radio frequency (RF) energy, and if not installed and used properly, this equipment may cause interference to radio and television reception. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception (which you can determine by 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. This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture.

For Your Safety

The AC power plug is polarized (one blade is wider than the other) and only fits into AC power outlets one way. If the plug won’t go into the outlet completely, turn the plug over and try to insert it the other way. If it still won’t fit, contact a qualified electrician to change the outlet, or use a different one. Do not attempt to bypass this

safety feature.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

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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FCC Information

Technical Information

Product: Portable CD Radio Brand: RCA Model: RCD150 / RCD152

Electrical Consumption

Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz Power Consumption: 20 Watts

IMPORTER Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V. Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13. Col. Roma. Delegación Cuauhtémoc C.P. 06700. México, D.F. Telefono: 52-55-11-020360 RFC: CTM-980723-KS5

For Your Records

In the event that service should be required, you may need the model number. In the space below, record the date and place of purchase: Model No. Date of Purchase Place of Purchase

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

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,

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

TO PREVENT FIRE

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

OR ELECTRICAL

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

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Table of Content

FCC Information

Before You Begin ............................... 2

Useful advice .................................................... 2

AC Power .......................................................... 2

Battery Power .................................................. 2

Important Battery Information .................. 2

General Controls................................ 3

Main Unit ......................................................... 3

Remote Control (For RCD152 Only) ................ 4

Remote Control Battery Installation

(For RCD152 Only) ....................................... 4

Display ................................................ 5

Sound Features .................................. 5

Volume Control................................................ 5

Bass Boost System ............................................ 5

Preset Equalizer Curves ................................... 5

Radio .................................................. 6

Select Radio Mode ........................................... 6

Select Radio Band ............................................ 6

Tuning to a Station .......................................... 6

Setting Preset Stations Manually .................... 6

Auto Preset ...................................................... 6

Using Presets .................................................... 6

CD player ............................................ 8

Notes on CD-R/CD-RW Discs ............................ 8

Selecting CD Mode .......................................... 8

Loading Disc ..................................................... 8

Play and pause ................................................. 8

Skip and Search ................................................ 8

Stop Playback ................................................... 8

CD Remain ........................................................ 8

Programming ................................................... 9

Displaying the Program List ........................ 9

Exit Program List .......................................... 9

Clearing Program List .................................. 9

Play Mode ........................................................ 9

Play Mode for Program List ........................ 9

Troubleshooting Tips ....................... 10

Maintenance .................................... 11

Cleaning the Exterior .................................... 11

Handling CDs ................................................. 11

Cleaning CDs .................................................. 11

CD Lens Care .................................................. 11

Cassettes ......................................................... 11

More Information ............................ 12

Safety Precautions ......................................... 12

Headset Safety ............................................... 12

Don’t Infringe ................................................ 12

Technical Specification .................................. 12

Tape Player ......................................... 7

Playing a Tape .................................................. 7

Recording to Tape ........................................... 7

From Radio ................................................... 7

From CD ....................................................... 7

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U.S. Warranty ................................... 13

Canadian Warranty.......................... 15

Before You Begin

Useful Advice

• Do not use your system immediately after transporting it from a cold place to a warm place, as condensation may cause the system to malfunction. If moisture forms inside this system, it may not operate properly. To correct the problem, turn off the power and wait about 30 minutes for moisture to evaporate.

• This system is fitted with a laser. To avoid accidents, it is to be dismantled by qualified technicians only.

• Never leave the tray open as dust could cover the laser lens and/or the tray could be bumped into accidentally.

• Do not place the system near wet areas such as bathrooms and pool side. Avoid storing the system at humid places or near abnormally heated areas.

• Power is continuously supplied to the system. To disconnect power completely, unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

• Ensure minimum distance around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation.The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspaper, etc.

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

•Attention should be paid to enviornment aspects of battery disposal.

Battery Power

You can insert 6 D-sized alkaline batteries (not supplied) and you can take your stereo just about anywhere. Open the battery compartment door on the back of the unit by pressing down on the arrow and pulling out the cover. Insert batteries in the battery compartment. 3AA-sized batteries (not supplied) are needed to keep radio station memory.

Note that the AC line cord must be unplugged from the jack on the back of the unit to operate on batteries.

Important Battery Information

• Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you

• Discard leaky batteries immediately as leaking

• Any battery may leak electrolyte under the

- if mixed with a different battery type,

- if inserted incorrectly,

- if all batteries are not replaced at the same

- if disposed of in fire, or

- if an attempt is made to charge a battery

AC Power

Plug the power supply cord into the AC power jack on the back of the unit, and into an AC power supply outlet that accepts the plug supplied with your unit.

Note:Note:

Note:

Note:Note:

Look in the battery compartment to find the AC power cord.

do not use your system for more than one month.

batteries may cause skin burns or other personal injuries. Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according to provincial and local regulations.

following circumstances:

time,

not intended to be recharged

Attention:Attention:

Attention:

Attention:Attention:

when storing the set for more than 30 days. Leaky batteries can badly damage the system. Always return tape operation buttons to their off position before storing. This will relieve pressure on certain parts in the tape recorder that might deform after long periods of time. Be sure to dispose of leaky, weak or dead batteries properly according to federal, state, and local regulations. To prevent injury or damage, do not reverse batteries and do not mix battery type.

Be sure to remove batteries

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General Controls

Main Unit

BAND

multifunction digital display

TRACK / TUNE

SET

PLAY MODE

PLAY PAUSE

VOLUME

DBBS

REMAIN

STOP

ON/STANDBY / RADIO / TAPE / CD - Turns the unit on/ off; Selects among radio, tape and CD mode.

STANDBY => RADIO => TAPE => CD

BAND - Selects radio band. Set preset stations automatically.

EQ - Selects among sound effects (Flat / Rock / Jazz / Pop / Classic).

DBBS - Turns digital bass boost system on and off. VOLUME + / - - Increases or decreases output

volume. PHONE - connects headphone. PLAY MODE / P - In radio mode - Accesses

preset radio channels. In CD mode - Selects among playback modes

(repeat CD / repeat 1 track / random playback / repeat random).

SET - In radio mode - Sets radio preset channels; In CD mode - Enters program mode.

ETT

REOC

SYST

LOADS

PLAY

REW

multifunction digital display

STOP

VOLUME

EJECT

FWD

PAUSE

DBBS

RADIO TAPE CD

REC

BAND

TRACK / TUNE / - In radio mode - Tunes up or down radio frequency.

In CD mode - Searches/ skips CD track backward or forward.

STOP - stops CD playback. REMAIN - In CD mode - Selects between

displaying track elapse time and CD remain time.

PLAY / PAUSE - Starts or pauses CD play. CD OPEN - Opens CD door. CLOSE - Push to close the CD door.

Cassette Player

REC - Starts tape recording. PLAY - Starts tape playback. REW - Rewinds tape. FWD - Fast forwards tape. STOP/EJECT - Stops tape playback, winding or

recording, opens cassette door. PAUSE - Pauses tape playback.

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General Controls

Remote Control (For RCD152 Only)

FUNCTION / STANDBY - Turns the unit on/ off;

BACK CD TRACK / TUNE FWD

CD STOP SET

VOL VOL

Note:Note:

Note:

Note:Note:

Cassette functions can not be operated with the remote control.

Selects among radio, tape and CD mode. CD TRACK / TUNE BACK / FWD - In

radio mode - Tunes up or down radio frequency. In CD mode - Searches/ skips CD track backward or

forward.

PLAY / PAUSE - Starts or pauses CD play. CD STOP - Stops CD playback. REMAIN - In CD mode - Selects between

displaying track elapse time and CD remain time.

SET - In radio mode - Sets radio preset channels; VOL + / - - Increases or decreases output volume. MUTE - Mutes audio output. BAND - Selects radio band. Set preset stations

automatically.

DBBS - Turns digital bass boost system on and off. EQUALIZER SOUND - Selects among sound effects

(Flat / Rock / Jazz / Pop / Classic). PLAY MODE / PRESET UP - In radio mode -

Accesses preset radio channels. In CD mode - Selects among playback modes

(repeat CD / repeat 1 track / random playback / repeat random).

In CD mode - Enters program mode.

Remote Control Battery Installation (For RCD152 only)

The remote control must be inserted with 2 “AAA” or “UM-4” or “R03” batteries prior to use. Follow the steps below to ensure correct installation.

1. Remove the battery compartment door

(located at the back of the remote control) by pushing the door in the direction of the arrow

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marked OPEN and lifting it off the cabinet.

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

3. After installation of the batteries, replace and fit the battery compartment door to cover the batteries. Lightly push it close with a snap.

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