RCA RCD161 User Manual
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It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time.
RCD161
RCD025
Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo.
FCC Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
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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.
FCC Information
Technical Information
Product: Portable CD Radio
Brand: RCA
Model: RCD161
Electrical Consumption
Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz
Power Consumption: 15 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.=
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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.
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.
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.
TO PREVENT FIRE
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
OR ELECTRICAL
Important Information
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Safety Precautions
• Never open the cabinet under any
circumstances. Any repairs or internal
adjustments should be made only by a
trained technician.
• Never operate this product with the cabinet
removed.
• Do not use your System immediately after
transporting it from a cold place to a warm
place, as condensation may cause the system
to malfunction.
• Keep your unit away from humid areas and
abnormally hot places.
• Do not touch the player with wet hands. If
any liquid enters the player cabinet, take
the player to a trained technician for
inspection.
• This compact disc player uses a laser to read
the music on the disc. The laser mechanism
corresponds to the cartridge and stylus of a
record player. Although this product
incorporates a laser pick-up lens, it is
completely safe when operated according to
directions.
• Discs rotate at high speed inside the player.
Do not use damaged, warped, or cracked
discs.
• Do not touch the pick-up lens which is
located inside the disc compartment. To
keep dust from collecting on the pick-up
lens, do not leave the compartment door
open for an extended period of time. If the
lens becomes dirty, clean it with a soft
brush, or use an air blower brush designed
for camera lenses.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping 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.
• Minimum distances around the apparatus
for sufficient ventilation.
Front View
10 cm
Side View
5 cm
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multifunction digital display
TRACK / TUNE
PLAY PAUSE
VOLUME
DBBS
PLAY /
PAUSE
remote
sensor
CD
TRACK / TUNE
CLOSE
ID3
STOP
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10 cm
• The ventilation should not be impeded by
covering the ventilation opening with items,
such as newspaper, table-cloths, curtains,
etc.
• The rating plate is located at the bottom
cabinet of apparatus.
Headset Safety
• Do not play your headset at high volume.
Hearing experts warn against extended
high-volume play.
• If you experience ringing in your ears,
reduce volume or discontinue use.
• You should use with extreme caution or
temporarily discontinue use in potentially
hazardous situations.
• Even if your headset is an open-air designed
to let you to hear outside sounds, do not
turn up the volume so high that you are
unable to hear what is around you.
Don’t Infringe
This product should only be used for the
purposes for which it is sold, that is,
entertainment, violating no copyright law. Any
attempts to use this product for unintended
purposes are unlawful and therefore not
condoned by Thomson.
Table of Contents
FCC Information
Important Information
Table of Contents .............................. 1
Before You Begin ............................... 2
Useful advice .................................................... 2
AC Power .......................................................... 2
Battery Power .................................................. 3
Important Battery Information .................. 3
What’s so special about this audio CD / mp3
disc player? ....................................................... 4
General Controls................................ 5
Main Unit ......................................................... 5
Display ................................................ 6
Sound Features .................................. 7
Volume Control................................................ 7
Bass Boost System ............................................ 7
Preset Equalizer Curves ................................... 7
Radio .................................................. 7
Select Radio Mode ........................................... 7
Select Radio Band ............................................ 7
Tuning to a Station .......................................... 8
Setting Preset Stations Manually .................... 8
Using Presets .................................................... 8
Select a Folder ................................................ 10
Playback Mode ............................................... 10
Creating a Program ....................................... 11
Displaying Program List ............................ 11
Deleting the Program ............................... 11
AUX ................................................... 12
Troubleshooting Tips ....................... 13
Maintenance .................................... 14
Cleaning the Exterior .................................... 14
Handling CDs ................................................. 14
Cleaning CDs .................................................. 14
CD Lens Care .................................................. 14
Technical Specification .................................. 14
U.S. Warranty ................................... 15
Canadian Warranty .......................... 17
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mp3 and CD player ............................ 9
Selecting CD Mode .......................................... 9
Loading Disc ..................................................... 9
Play and pause ................................................. 9
Skip and Search ................................................ 9
Stop Playback ................................................... 9
mp3 File System ............................................... 9
ID3 (mp3 CD only) .......................................... 10
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Before You Begin
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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 opened 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.
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.
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Before You Begin
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
bottom of the unit by pressing down on the
tab and pulling out the cover.
• Before inserting the batteries, observe the
polarities (that is, + and -) of the battery,
then relate the polarities to the engraved
diagram located on the battery
compartment door. Insert batteries in the
battery compartment.
(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 do not use your system for more than
one month.
• Discard leaky batteries immediately as
leaking batteries may cause skin burns or
other personal injuries. Dispose of batteries
in the proper manner, according to
provincial and local regulations.
3AA-sized batteries
• Any battery may leak electrolyte under the
following circumstances:
- if mixed with a different battery type,
- if inserted incorrectly,
- if all batteries are not replaced at the
same time,
- if disposed of in fire, or
- if an attempt is made to charge a battery
not intended to be recharged
Attention:Attention:
Attention:
Attention:Attention:
Be sure to remove batteries
when storing the set for more than 30
days. Leaky batteries can badly damage
the system. 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.
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