RCA RP-9115A User Manual

AUDIO SYSTEM

OPEN

2X AAA 1.5V

MADE IN CHINA

2X AA 1.5V

MADE IN CHINA

TAPE DUBBING 2-1 • AUTO STOP

CONTINUOUS PLAY 2-1 • AUTO REC LEVEL 1

PLAY / REC

TAPE

PLAYBACK

TAPE

STOP

EJECT

STOP

EJECT

RECORD

PLAY

Before you begin Care and Maintenance

Using the Radio

Using the Cassette Deck

RP-9115

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.

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 004-00000345-4 when ordering copies.

This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture.

Headset Safety

• Do not play your headset at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous extended play.

• If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.

• You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.

• Even if your headset is an open-air type designed to let you hear outside sounds, don't turn up the volume so high that you can't hear what's around you.

Model RP-9115 349A5139-0001 (E/S Rev. 0) 95-30 Printed in Hong Kong

Precautions

• Never open the cabinet under any circumstances. Never operate this product with the cabinet removed. Any repairs or internal adjustments should be made only by a trained service technician.

• Do not touch the player with wet hands. If any liquid enters the player cabinet, take the player to a trained service 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 traditional record player. Although this product incorporates a laser pick-up lens, it is completely safe when operated according to directions.

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.

Important Battery Information

• If you’re not going to use your remote for a month or more, be sure to remove batteries because they can leak and cause damage.

• 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. Leaking batteries can cause skin burns or other personal injury.

Service Information

This product should be serviced only by those specially trained in appropriate servicing techniques.

For Your Records

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

Model No. RP-9115 Remote Control No. 5-4054 Date of Purchase _______________________ Place of Purchase _______________________ Serial No. _______________________________

WARNING:

OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

TO PREVENT FIRE

P.O. Box 1976, Indianapolis, IN 46206

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

Trademark(s) ® Registered

Marca(s) Registrada(s)

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 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.

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

Moisture Condensation

Just as moisture can form on the inside of windows on a cold day, it can also form on the inside of your stereo, causing it to malfunction.

If moisture forms inside this player, it may not operate properly. To correct the problem, turn off the power and wait about 30 minutes for moisture to evaporate.

Location

These guidelines should be followed when setting up your system:

• Choose a level, solid, surface. Don’t place on a soft surface, such as carpeting or foam rubber.

• Choose a location away from direct sunlight, radiators, air ducts, and other sources of heat.

• Avoid locations that are subject to moisture, mechanical vibration, shock, or excessive dust.

• Make sure that the location has adequate air circulation. Good ventilation is essential to protect the system from internal heat build up.

Speaker Placement

For optimal listening:

• Speakers should be placed at least three feet apart and facing the listener.

• Speakers should be placed at least two to three feet from the wall to avoid accentuated bass response.

SPEAKER

Speaker Hookup

For each speaker:

1. Press in on the tab to open the red terminal, and insert the red wire (+) into the terminal.

2. Press in on the tab to open the black terminal, and insert the black wire (–) into the terminal.

WARNING: Follow instructions carefully. System can be damaged if speakers are improperly connected.

+ RIGHT – – LEFT +

8 OHM

Black wires

Powering Up

Plug the power cord into an AC power outlet that accepts the polarized plug, which has one blade wider than the other.

The STANDBY indicator lights (even though the POWER button is off) to show that the unit is plugged in and ready to operate.

Antennas

• The AM antenna is built in.

• The FM wire antenna is attached. Stretch it to its full length and adjust its position to improve FM reception.

Headphones

To listen to your stereo with headphones (not included), use the 3.5 mm PHONES jack on the front of the unit.

General Controls

Function indicator lights

DRAWER LOAD CD

OPEN/CD

SHUFFLE

REPEAT

Remote Sensor

Standby indicator

FM 88 • 92 • 96 • 100 • 104 • 108 MHz

AM 530 • 650 • 800 • 1000 • 1300 • 1700 kHz

POWER

Power button

PHONES

Headphone jack

Volume buttons

BASS BOOST

VOL +

VOL -

Bass Boost button

AM FM STEREO

POWER ON/OFF

Press the POWER button and release to turn power on and off. In power on mode, the system can be operated by using the controls on the main unit or the remote control.

Standby Mode

When you turn off the power, the unit goes into standby mode (the standby indicator light comes on). From standby mode, you can turn on the system by using either the remote control or by pressing the POWER button on the unit.

Function Button

Use the FUNCTION button to switch between the available sources of sound TUNER (radio), CD, or TAPE. The function indicator light shows which function is currently activated.

Volume

Use the VOLUME buttons to increase (+) or decrease (–) the volume. The standby indicator light will blink when VOLUME is at the minimum (zero) setting.

The “MUTE” function is available only through the remote control. Press the MUTE button on the remote control to suspend the output of sound. Press again to restore volume. The standby indicator light blinks when VOLUME is muted.

Bass Boost

Turn on BASS BOOST to enhance bass frequencies at low-volume levels. The amount of boost is decreased as the volume is increased.

Phones Jack

Use the stereo headphone jack to listen privately to your favorite radio station, tapes, or CDs.

TUNER

TAPE

FUNCTION

Function button

TUNING

DRAWER LOAD CD

OPEN/CD

SHUFFLE

REPEAT

FM 88 • 92 • 96 • 100 • 104 • 108 MHz

AM 530 • 650 • 800 • 1000 • 1300 • 1700 kHz

BASS BOOST

POWER

PHONES

VOL +

VOL -

AM FM STEREO

Band switch

TUNER

TAPE

FUNCTION

TUNING

Tuning dial

Tuning In Radio Stations

Choose the radio feature by pressing the FUNCTION button until the TUNER indicator light comes on; then you can do the following:

• Slide the band switch to listen to AM, FM, or FM stereo. Note that AM stations are broadcast in mono only, and that the FM radio station must be

transmitting in stereo for you to receive it in stereo. Note when receiving a weak FM station, noise can be reduced and reception improved by switching

from FM Stereo to FM Mono Mode.

• Turn the TUNING dial to change the radio station.

• Adjust the VOLUME and BASS BOOST settings as desired.

Using the CD Player

CD operation buttons

Repeat indicator

DRAWER LOAD CD

OPEN/CD

SHUFFLE

Shuffle indicator

REPEAT

FM 88 • 92 • 96 • 100 • 104 • 108 MHz

AM 530 • 650 • 800 • 1000 • 1300 • 1700 kHz

TUNER

TAPE

FUNCTION

Loading and Playing Discs

1. Press the FUNCTION button until the CD indicator light comes on in the display.

2. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the CD drawer.

3. Place a compact disc into the compartment with the label side up.

4. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button again to close the CD drawer.

5. Press PLAY/PAUSE (

6. Use the TRACK/SEARCH buttons (

7. Press STOP (

) to stop disc play.

) to begin play.

and

) to choose a track.

Pausing Disc Play

To temporarily stop disc play during operation, press PLAY/PAUSE ( ). Press PLAY/PAUSE (

) again to resume play.

Switching Tracks

During disc play, or in the Pause or Stop modes, you can skip forward or backward to the beginning of any selection on the disc by using the TRACK/SEARCH buttons (

Momentarily press one of the TRACK/SEARCH buttons (

and

) to move to the beginning of a selection on the disc. To “skip” to another selection on the disc, repeatedly press and release the buttons.

Searching a Disc

During disc play, pressing and holding one of the TRACK/SEARCH buttons ( enables you to speed up or move quickly backward to any point on the disc. The disc material will be audible, allowing you to scan for a favorite segment or skip a segment. Release the button and normal play resumes.

and

Repeating Play

You must use the remote control to turn the repeat feature on. Press the REPEAT button on the remote control to repeat disc play (the repeat indicator light

comes on). Press REPEAT again to turn off the feature.

Shuffling play

You must use the remote control to turn the shuffle feature on. Load a CD and close the door. Press the SHUFFLE button on the remote control for automatic random play (the shuffle

indicator light comes on). Shuffle may be activated while the disc is playing. To activate the shuffle feature, press PLAY/PAUSE (

Press SHUFFLE again to cancel shuffle play and return to normal play beginning with the track currently playing.

Using the Stop Button

Press the STOP ( ) button once to terminate CD play. Press STOP (

) again to clear Repeat/Shuffle or repeat track number.

Open/Close button

and

Cleaning the Exterior

• Disconnect the system from AC power before cleaning the exterior of the unit with a soft dust 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

Understanding the Buttons

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

If you know what each button does, it’s easy to figure out how to operate the tape deck. RECORD PLAY

REWIND FAST FORWARD

— Press to record from the radio or CDs.

— Press to play cassettes.

— From stop mode, press to rewind the tape toward the beginning.

— From stop mode, press to advance the tape toward the end.

STOP/EJECT — Press to stop current tape activity, or to open the cassette compartment door when no buttons are active.

PAUSE

— Press to interrupt tape play or record mode. Press a second time to resume tape play

then remove any water drops with a dry cloth.

• Do not use record cleaning sprays or antistatic agents on discs. Also, never clean discs with benzene, thinner, or other volatile solvents which may cause damage to the disc surface.

Tape Care

• Don’t expose tapes to sunlight or store in hot places. High temperatures may warp the shell or damage the tape itself.

• Keep cassettes in their boxes when not in use.

• Cassette tapes can be erased by magnetic fields produced by magnets, electric motors, electrical transformers, and other devices. Keep tapes away from magnets and magnetic fields.

or tape record mode.

Cleaning the Tape Heads

Automatic Stop Feature

When the tape deck is operating in any mode and the end of the tape is reached, the unit automatically shuts itself off and returns all buttons to the off position.

Playing Cassette Tapes

You can play cassettes from either of the two tape decks.

1. Press the FUNCTION button until the TAPE indicator light comes on.

2. Press STOP/EJECT to open the cassette compartment door.

3. Insert a cassette by gently sliding it into the cassette carry compartment in the door with the exposed tape downward. Note that an internal interlock prevents the cassette door from opening unless all controls are in their off (up) position.

4. Close the door securely.

5. Press REWIND

6. Press PLAY

(

) or FAST FORWARD ( ) to move tape to the desired starting point.

to begin playing the tape.

Iron oxide particles from the magnetic tape can build up on the parts that come in contact with the tape. These deposits can cause incomplete erasure, muffled playback sound, and might prevent automatic stop.

To clean a cassette tape, open the compartment door, push the PLAY button and gently clean the heads, capstan, and pinch wheel with a head cleaner.

Always unplug the power cord before cleaning, and allow 30 minutes drying time when using a liquid cleaner.

Clean heads after every 25 hours of use.

Clean these parts

• Demagnetize the head occasionally with a head demagnetizing cassette (available from many audio equipment stores).

• Never use any metal objects on or near the tape heads.

• Do not allow any cleaning material to fall into the tape assembly.

Continuous Tape play

You can play two different cassette tapes.

1. Insert pre-recorded cassette tapes into tape deck 1and 2. Close both tape deck doors.

2. Press PLAY

3. Press PLAY

on tape deck 2. and then PAUSE ( ) on tape deck 1.

4. When tape deck 2 finishes playing (reaches the end of the tape), then tape deck 1 pause will release and automatically begin playing the second tape.

Recording from Radio

1. Insert a blank cassette tape into tape deck 1.

2. Press the FUNCTION button until the TUNER indicator light comes on.

3. Select a radio station.

4. Press the RECORD button to begin recording.

5. Press STOP/EJECT to end recording.

Recording from CD

1. Insert a blank cassette tape into tape deck 1.

2. Press the FUNCTION button until the CD indicator light comes on.

3. Insert a CD and select the first track you want to record

4. Press PLAY/PAUSE ( ) twice to begin and pause CD play.

5. Press PAUSE ( ) and then RECORD

6. Press PAUSE ( ) on the tape deck and PLAY/PAUSE (

on the tape deck.

) on the CD player at the same time to

begin recording.

Recording from another Cassette

1. Select the TAPE function.

2. Insert a blank cassette tape into tape deck 1. Press PAUSE (

), then RECORD .

3. Insert a pre-recorded tape into tape deck 2.

4. Press PLAY

5. If you wish to stop recording on tape deck 1, just press the PAUSE ( PAUSE (

Using the REMOTE CONTROL

on tape deck 2. Pause will release on tape deck 1 and recording will begin.

) button on deck 1. Press

) again to resume recording.

Installing Batteries

1. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and lift.

2. Install 2 “AAA” batteries. Face batteries in the direction indicated on the back.

3. Slide the cover firmly back into place.

)

Turning on the System

Press the POWER button to turn the system on or off .

Adjusting the Volume

Use the VOLUME buttons to increase volume or decrease volume. Press MUTE to suspend the output of sound; press MUTE again to

restore volume to previous setting.

VOL

MUTE

VOL

Choosing a Function

Press the TUNER, CD, or TAPE button to choose a function.

POWER

Playing Compact Discs

• Press the CD button to select the compact disc player function.

• Press PLAY/PAUSE to begin playing the current disc.

• Press and release TRACK/SEARCH next track or TRACK/SEARCH

to skip to the start of the

current track.

• Press and release TRACK/SEARCH

again to skip to the

beginning of the preceding track.

• Press and hold TRACK/SEARCH

(while a track is

playing) to scan that track.

• Press STOP to stop play.

• Press REPEAT to repeat play.

• Press SHUFFLE and then PLAY for random track play.

• Press OPEN/CLOSE to open and close the CD drawer (in any mode).

TUNER

TAPE

PLAY/PAUSE

TRACK SEARCH

SHUFFLE

OPEN/CLOSE

STOP

REPEAT

Troubleshooting Tips

Problem Solution

System doesn’t turn on • Make sure power cord is securely plugged into the AC power

outlet (or that the batteries in the remote control are fresh).

• Unplug the unit for a moment, and then plug it back in.

• Check the outlet by plugging in another device.

No sound • Adjust volume setting.

• Check for proper connection of speaker wires.

• Make sure you’ve selected the correct function: TUNER, TAPE, or CD.

•

Make sure mute feature is not activated.

No sound from one channel • Check for proper connection of speaker wires on the channel

(Left or Right).

Poor radio reception • Adjust the FM antenna wire for better FM reception .

• Rotate the unit to achieve better AM reception.

• Try turning off electrical appliances near the unit, such as hair dryers, vacuum cleaners, or fluorescent lights.

CD doesn’t play • Make sure the tray contains a disc.

• Make sure that disc’s label is facing up.

• Make sure that Pause mode is not activated.

• Make sure CD function is selected.

CD sound skips • Clean the disc (as explained in “Care and Maintenance”).

• Check disc for warping, scratches, or other damage.

• Check for vibration or shock that may affect the unit; move system if necessary.

Distorted or noisy recordings • Inspect the recording head and clean it if necessary.

• Demagnetize recording head (as explained in “Care and Maintenance”).

Remote control won't work • Be sure the unit is plugged into a working AC outlet.

• Press POWER button to assure that the system is on.

• Press the function button on the remote that activates the desired component: TUNER (radio), TAPE or CD.

• Replace batteries if they are weak. Assure that batteries are installed in the directions indicated on the back of the remote.

• Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor while pressing buttons.

• Move closer to system while using the remote control.

• Move any obstacles between the remote and the system.

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 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 God, such as but not limited to lightning damage.

Product Registration:

• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your unit. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.

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 purchased your product outside the USA:

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