RCA RP-1820 User Manual [en, es]

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MODEL RP-1820

USE AND CARE GUIDE

PERSONAL

AM/FM STEREO RADIO/

CASSETTE PLAYER

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

STEReO

HEADPHONES

FUNCTION
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I W jr -TAPE (RADIO OFF)

BATTERY INSTALLATION

1. Push on Battery Door in the direction of the arrow, slide door down and
pivot upward.

2. Insert 2 “AA” size alkaline batteries (not included). Be sure the “ + ”. or
cap end, of each battery is installed as shown on the battery diagram.

3. Close the Battery Door.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Always remove batteries if the unit is
not going to be used for a month or more. Batteries left in the unit may leak
and cause damage. Always adhere to the following precautions:
A. Any battery may leak If mixed with a different battery type, inserted

incorrectly, or if all batteries are not replaced at the same time.

B. Any battery may leak or explode If disposed of in fire or if an attempt

is made to charge a battery not intended to be recharged.

C. Discard leaky batteries immediately. Leaking batteries can cause skin

burns or other personal injury.

When discarding batteries, be sure to dispose of them in the proper manner,
according to your state and local regulations.

Always return tape operation buttons to their off position before storing. This will
relieve pressure on certain parts in the tape player that might deform after long
periods of time.

RADIO OPERATION

1 Set VOLUME to a minimum level,

• Increase VOLUME only after headphone is in place for listening.

2. Plug HEADPHONE (included) into stereo headphone jack.

3. Slide FUNCTION switch to FM or AM Band.

4. Use the TUNING knob to select your desired station. When FM is selected,
stereo broadcasts will be receiv^ in stereo. All other FM broadcasts will be
received in balanced mono.

5. Adjust VOLUME to the loudness you prefer.

6. To turn the radio off, slide FUNCTION switch to TAPE (RADIO OFF)
position.

BASS BOOST SWITCH

When operating your unit at a low-volume level, switch the BASS BOOST control
to ON to bring out the bass frequencies and enhance your low-volume listening en
joyment.

ANTENNAS

AM Antenna — The built-in antenna is somewhat directional. For best AM recep

tion, the unit should be horizontal (buttons up) and it may be necessary to rotate
the unit slightly for best reception on weak stations.

FM Antenna — The headphone cord is also used as your FM antenna. The anten
na is directional and, therefore, some repositioning of the headphone cord may be
required to improve reception. ^

TAPE OPERATION

TO INSERT OR REMOVE CASSETTE

1. Press STOP button to ensure tape mechanism is not engaged.

2. Lift open Cassette Carry Door.

3. Insert cassette gently, sliding it into the Cassette Carry Door with expos
ed tape upward, and the full reel of tape to the right (toward the tuning

knob).

4. Close the door.

TAPE PLAY

1. Set VOLUME to minimum.

2. Plug headphone into jack on cabinet side, insert cassette, and then

press PLAY.

3. Adjust VOLUME. Increase only alter headphone is in place for listening.

4. To turn unit off, press STOP.

5. To skip over a portion of the tape, press F-FWD. Use STOP after you

have advanced to the desired point on the tape.

6. To run the tape backwards, press REWIND. Press STOP after you have
rewound to the desired point.

AUTOMATIC STOP

When the end of the tape is reached in PLAY mode, the unit will automatically

shut itself off and return the button to the "off" position.

BELT CUP

A detachable Belt Clip is provided as a convenient means for transporting the
radio/tape player

To attach the Belt Clip, slide it up into the mounting rails on the cabinet back.
When a definite "click” is heard, the Clip is secure.

To detach, gently lift up on the center tab section of the Clip to clear the cabinet
catch and slide the Clip down and off the mounting rails.

TAPE CARE

Do not expose your cassettes to direct sunlight or store them in hot places. High
temperatures may warp the cassette shell or damage the tape Itself. Keep your
cassettes in their boxes when they are not in the cassette player. This keeps dust
from entering the cassette shells.

If a tape is accidentally pulled from a cassette, insert the tapered end of a large
pencil or similar object Into the center of the tape hub and gently wind the tape
back into the cassette. Be careful not to twist or wrinkle the tape. Care should
be taken that all excess tape Is wound into the cassette and is taut. If slack is
allowed to exist, it can cause the tape to become twisted around the pinch roller
and capstan which could result in a damaged cassette.

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