RCA RP-1540 User Manual

AM/FM Stereo

BASS
BOOST

ON • • OFF

PHONES

RADIO • • TAPE

VOLUME

Cassette player

RP-1540

Federal Communications
Commission (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
Consumer Electronics could void the user’s authority to
operate this product.

HAVE A BLAST - JUST NOT IN

YOUR EARDRUMS!

Make sure you turn down the
volume on the unit before you
put on the headphones.
Increase the volume to the
desired level only after
headphones are in place.

©1997 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Marca(s) ® Registradas
Model RP-1540

20703270 (Rev. 1, E/S)

97-46

Printed in China

Preset 1-5 and +5 buttons

MEM button

1

2

3

MEM

ALARMOFF

ALARM

ALARM OFF
button

Tape direction button

Battery Compartment

PHONES
jack

BASS BOOST switch

MODE button

ALARM button

Auto reverse button

AUTO REVERSE

BASS BOOST

- TUNING +

HOUR

MODE

RESET button (inside)

FM MONO/STEREO
switch (inside)

4

5

MIN

PLAY STOP

Tape function buttons

+5

BAND

BAND button

TUNING (+,-) and
HOUR/ MIN buttons

FFWD REW

RADIO/TAPE switch

VOLUME

Battery Installation

1. Open battery compartment by squeezing tab in and
pulling up cover.

2. Install the two "AA" renewable alkaline batteries
included.

3. Replace battery door.

Important Battery
Information

• Alkaline or alkaline renewable batteries are
recommended.

• Rechargeable batteries may result in shorter
playing time.

• Remove batteries if storing the unit 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 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.

ANTENNAS

The headphone cord serves as the FM antenna. Because
this antenna is directional, repositioning can improve
reception.

The built-in AM antenna is somewhat directional. It may
be necessary to slightly rotate the unit to strengthen
weak AM signals.

all weather design

This unit is splash-resistant and not designed to be used
underwater. DO NOT SUBMERGE.

• Avoid exposing the unit to saltwater or salt spray.

• To ensure watertight seal of battery compartment,
check to make sure the cabinet area around the
compartment is free of dirt and water before
opening. Be sure to close battery compartment cover
firmly after installing batteries.

The in-ear headphones are not water-resistant and are
not intended for use under water. DO NOT SUBMERGE.

Caution/Care

Do not expose the unit to extreme temperatures, such as
those caused by a hot stove or the inside of a car parked in
the summer sun. Such conditions can damage the unit.
Always clean with a soft cloth, dampened with water only.

Radio Use

1. Plug headphones into jack. Set volume to minimum level.

NOTE: Always set volume to minimum level,
turn radio on and put headphones in place
before adjusting to desired volume.

2. Slide RADIO/TAPE switch to RADIO.

3. Use BAND button to choose AM or FM. Display will
show active band.

4. Put BASS BOOST on and adjust VOLUME to desired
level.

5. Slide RADIO/TAPE switch to TAPE to turn radio off.

TUNING

1. Use up (+) and down (-) buttons to tune in radio
stations. Display will show active frequency.

2. To scan through frequencies, press up (+) or
down (-) button momentarily. When a clear signal is
captured, scanning will automatically stop. To
manually stop scanning, press up (+) or down (-)
button again.

PRESET TUNING

This unit can store up to 10 preset stations - AM or FM ­in memory.

1. Choose band and frequency.

2. Press MEM. MEMORY will blink in display.

3. Choose a PRESET button from 1 to 5. The station is
now stored. After 5 seconds, MEMORY disappears
from display.

4. To store more than 5 stations, press MEM and then
the +5 button. MEMORY will blink and +5 will show
in the display.

5. Press any preset button 1-5 to store stations at a
desired preset 6-10.

6. Slide the FM MONO/STEREO switch located behind
the cassette door to STEREO to turn FM stereo on.

WEAK RECEPTION

If the reception of an FM station transmitting in stereo is
weak, the STEREO indicator might fade in and out on the
display. Adjusting the headphone cord may help. If not,
slide the FM MONO/STEREO switch to MONO to improve
reception. In doing so, realize that you will no longer be
listing to that station in stereo.

Recalling presets

To access preset stations 1-5, press buttons 1-5. To access
preset stations 6-10, press +5 and then a button 1-5.

NOTE: Stored memory items will be retained
for a short time after battery removal.
Prolonged storage without batteries will result
in loss of preset stations, alarms and time.

Tape use

1. Open cassette door, lift top cover and insert tape,
exposed side up. Close door and put down top cover.

2. Plug headphones into jack and set VOLUME to
minimum level.

3. Slide RADIO/TAPE switch to TAPE.

4. Press PLAY to start tape play. When tape ends, the
unit will automatically reverse direction and play the
other side. To manually reverse tape and play other
side, press (

) button.

5. Set BASS BOOST and VOLUME at desired level.

6. Press STOP to end tape play. Always stop tape play
before opening cassette door.

7. Use FAST FORWARD button to quickly advance tape
and REWIND button to quickly move tape backward.
Always stop tape play before and after fast forwarding
or rewinding.

Cleaning the Heads: Iron oxide particles eventually
build up on parts that touch the tape. This can cause a
muffled sound. Use liquid head cleaner or a head
cleaning tape to clean the heads.

Using Auto Reverse/
Continuous Play

To continuously play both sides of the tape, set the auto
reverse switch to

To play each side of the tape once, set the auto reverse
switch to

.

.

Clock functions

Use MODE button to set correct time and desired alarm
time. Press once for alarm-set mode and twice for time­set mode.

To set correct time

1. Slide RADIO/TAPE switch to TAPE. Display will show a
time.

2. Press MODE twice until displayed time blinks.

3. Within 10 seconds, set correct time using HOUR
and MIN buttons. Time will continue to blink
until MODE is pressed again.

To set alarm

1. Slide RADIO/TAPE switch to TAPE. Time will show in
display.

2. Press MODE button once until ALARM shows in
display above blinking time.

3. Within 10 seconds, set desired alarm time using
HOUR and MIN
until MODE is pressed twice.

To use alarm

1. Press ALARM once. ALARM ON shows in display. Unit
will beep at preset alarm time.

NOTES:

• Pressing ALARM button more than once turns
off alarm. The preset alarm time will remained
stored and can be reactivated by pressing
ALARM button again.

• Alarm is louder when cassette door is open.

2. Press ALARM OFF button to turn alarm beep off.

NOTE: The unit will continue to beep for 10
minutes if the ALARM OFF button is not
pressed.

RESET button

To reset all the settings (time, alarm, and preset stations)
to default mode, press the RESET button with a pointed
instrument.

. Alarm time will continue to blink

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/received this product as a
gift. This information will be valuable if service should be
required during the warranty period.

Purchase Date________________

Name of Store ________________

Limited Warranty

What your warranty covers:

• Any defect in materials or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

• One year. (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.

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

Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
Product Exchange Center
32 Spur Drive
El Paso, Texas 79906

• 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
prepaid freight.

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 setup 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 God, such as but not limited to lightning
damage.

How state law relates to this warranty:

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may have other rights which vary from state
to state.

If you bought this product outside the USA:

• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer

for warranty information.