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GETTING STARTED
For Your Records _.......__........_..................,
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Whereto lace the System
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BASIC CONNECTIONS
Connecting the Two Units
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Connecting Speakers .........
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Placing Speakers .......................
Connecting the Antenna. ..... ...........
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Adding an Auxiliary Component
Providing AC Power .......... ..... .
Connecting Headphones
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BASIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
POWER ON/Standby Mode ...........................................................................
SelectingaSourceofSound ...................................................................... ... . . ::...::t
Adjusting Volume .....................................................
Ad’ustng Balance 1 ........................................... : : : ...........
Se ecbng Equalizer Settings ...................... ........ .......... ........
Bass Boost ................................................................
Surround Sound ........................................................
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CLOCK/TIMER FEATURES
Setting the Clock ......................................... ................. ............
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UsingfheTimer ............................................................ .12
Using the Timer for Recording .................................................
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Using the SLEEP Feature .................................................... 13
USING -THE TUNER (RADIO)
Selecting the Tuner
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Switching Between AM and FM. ................................................
FM Stereo Reception .........................................................
AutomaticTuning ............................................................
ManualTuning ...............................................................
Storing Stations in Memory (Preset Stations).
Selecbng a Preset Station ....... ..................................................................................
USING THE COMPACT DISC PLAYER
IMPORTANT: Remove Locking Inserts .........................................
Reading the Display ......
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Selecting the Compact Disc Player. .............................................
Loadina and Removina Discs ..................................................
PlayingDiscs.......T ....................................................
Playing and Loading, Discs Simultaneously ............................. .......
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rward/Reverse ......................................................
Setting the Dis lay.. .........................................................
Programming t R e Order of Tracks .................................. .....
Cancelin 9 a Program
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Playing racks In Random Order (Shuffle) ...................... : : : : : .... .....
Repeating Discs and Tracks
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INTRO SCAN Feature .......................................................
Compact Disc EDIT Feature ...................................................
USING THE DUAL TAPE DECK
Selecting the Dual Tape Deck .................................................
Inserting and Removing Cassettes ..............................
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Important Tape Deck Functions .................................................
Playing a Single Cassette ....................................................
Playing Two Cassettes Without Interruption
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Recordtng a adro Broadcast ...
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Recording from an Auxiliary Source
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
About the Remote Control ........
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Installing Batteries ..............
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Turning the System On and Off. ...
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Playing the Tuner (Radio). .....................................................
Playing Compact Discs .......................................................
PlayingtheDualTapeDeck ....................................................
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the System’s Exterior .................................................
Handling Compact Discs
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Care of Cassette Decks .......................................................
Tape Care ..................................................................
Erase Protection .............................................................
TROUBLE CHECKS.
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ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
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WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR
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BACK COVER
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
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Do Not Open the Cabinet
If the cabinet is opened, you may be exposed to dangerously high voltages. Never open the cabinet under any circumstances.
Do Not Touch the Pickup Lens
The pickup - the heart of the Disc player - is located inside of the disc tray opening. To avoid dust collecting on
the pickup, do not leave the tray open for long periods.
If the lens becomes dirty, clean it with a soft brush or use
an air blower brush designed for camera lenses.
Do Not Touch the Player with Wet Hands
Do not handle the player or power cord when your hands
are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid enters the
player cabinet, take the player to an authorized service
center for inspection.
THANK YOU
l Laser Product Safety
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 is completely safe when operated according to directions, you should understand that lasers
can emit hazardous radiation and can cause damage to
eyes if handled improperly.
- WARNING -
NEVER OPERATE THIS PRODUCT
WITH THE CABINET REMOVED.
CAUTION:
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified here in may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
Any repairs or internal adjustments should be made only by a
trained repairman.
. . . for selecting
RCA.
Your new RCA audio system features the superior
sound characteristics, quality engineering, and excellent construction that
RCA is known for worldwide.
Key features of your new audio
system player include:
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A stereo integrated amplifier with surround sound capability
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AM/FM/FM Stereo synthesized tuner with 24 station presets
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3-disc CD changer featuring 32-track programming
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Dual-cassette, auto-reverse player/recorder with Dolby 6 and-Captions
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Full sound controls including 6-band graphic equalizer with pre-‘settings
for jazz, rock, classical, etc.
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Multi-function 43-button remote control
GETTING STARTED
This Use and Care Guide provides the information you need to set
up,
operate, and maintain your new RCA audio system. Please read the US8
and Care Guide thoroughly to learn how to get the b8St performance and
greatest listening pleasure.
For Your Own Records
Please record the following information. It will b8 useful if you ever need to
contact an RCA dealer regarding service.
Model No. RP-9793 Date of Purchase:
Serial No.
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Name of Store:
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GETTING STARTED (continued)
Unpacking Your System
Carefully remove all items from the shipping carton. Be sure to remove all
packing materials and wrappings.
We recommend that you save the shipping carton and packing materials in
the event you want to store, transport, or ship the unit in the future.
Your new RCA.audio system includes the following items:
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Tuner/Amplifier unit
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AM loop antenna
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CD/Cassette unit
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Two front speakers
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Remote control
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Two lengths of speaker wire
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l-meter FM antenna wire
Where to Place the System
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Choose a convenient location that provides a solid, level surface. Do not
place the unit on a soft surface such as carpeting or foam rubber.
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Select a location away from direct sunlight, radiators, air ducts, and other
sources of heat.
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Avoid locations that are subject to moisture, mechanical vibration, shock, or
excessive dust.
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Be sure the location provides adequate air circulation. Good ventilation is
essential to protect the system from internal heat built-up.
NOTE: Locate your system in a spot that allows for best positioning of the
speakers. Optimal sound reproduction occurs when:
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Speakers are placed at least seven feet apart and facing the listener.
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Speakers are placed at least two to three feet out from the wall to prevent
accentuated bass response.
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Also see “Placing Speakers,” page 6, for suggested speaker positions.
BASIC CONNECTIONS
SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
BACK OF SPEAKER
Connecting the Two Units
Your new RCA audio system includes a Tuner/Amplifier unit and a CD/
Cassette unit. These are designed so that the Tuner/Amplifier unit rests on
top of the CD/Cassette unit. (The units may also be mounted side by side,
but the amplifier vents should be unobstructed.)
TUNER/AMPLIFIER
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CD/CASSETTE UNIT
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Disconnect AC power. This prevents the danger of electrical shock to you
and damage to the system.
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Connect the SYSTEM CONTROL plug on the back of the Tuner/Amplifier
unit to the SYSTEM CONTROL receptacle on the back of the CD/Cassette
unit. Note that the plug has one row of nine pins and one row of eight
pins. Insert the plug so that its pins fit into the corresponding slots in the
receptacle.
NOTE: Press the plug snugly into place to assure a complete connection.
Connecting the Speakers
Your system will accomodate two front and two surround speakers. All
speakers connect to terminals located on the back of Tuner/Amplifier unit.
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should connect the front speakers first.
To connect the two front speakers:
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Connect one speaker wire to the terminals on back of one front speaker.
Press tabs to open, and insert end of white-striped wire in red (+) terminal
and end of black.wire in black (-) terminal.
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Run the speaker wire to the terminals labeled FRONT SPEAKERS on back
of the Tuner/Amplifier unit and connect to the Left (L) set of terminals. Insert end of white-striped wire in red (+) terminal and end of black wire in
black (-) terminal.
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BASIC CONNEC’lrlONS (continued)
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Connect the second front speaker in the same way, using the Right (R) terminals: white-striped wire to red (+) terminal, black wire to black (-)
terminal.
NOTE: On all speaker connections, be sure that the bare end of each lead
makes contact with the terminal.
To connect two surround speakers (not included):
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Use only 80 speakers. Speakers with specifications other than 83 may be
damaged or may damage the system. Such damage becomes the owner’s
responsibility.
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Follow the same steps used to attach front speakers, but use the terminals
labeled SURROUND SPEAKERS to make the connections. Be sure to connect positive (+) to red terminals and negative (-) to black terminals.
To aim the speakers and adjust them for optimal performance, see “Placing
Speakers,” next.
Placing Speakers
The diagram below shows suggested arrangements of front and surround
speakers.
Connecting the Antennas
Two antennas are supplied with your unit: an AM loop antenna and an FM
wire antenna. These connect to the rear panel of the Tuner/Amplifier unit.
Antennas must be connected for proper AM and FM reception.
NCfE: Pull precut plastic insulator from end of FM antenna to expose the
bare wire lead.
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Connect the AM antenna to the two terminals labeled “AM LOOP” Press
tabs to open and insert either bare wire lead into either terminal. Place
antenna on a flat surface and adjust position for best AM reception.
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Connect the bare wire lead of the FM antenna to either one of the ter-
minals labeled “FM 3OOt2.” Press tab to open terminal and insert the lead
Extend the antenna to its full length and adjust for best FM reception.
NOTE: On all antenna connections, be sure that the bare end of each lead
makes contact with the terminal.
BASIC CONNECTIONS (continued)
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Adding an Auxiliary Component
Use the AUXlAV input jacks on the back of the Tuner/Amplifier unit to add a
component that provides an additional source of sound into your system - a
tape recorder, CD player, VCR, camcorder, or other compatible device.
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Match the left and right output plugs from the auxiliary component to the
Left (L) and Right (R) VIDEOIAUX input jacks.
The auxiliary components provides a source of sound for both playing and
recording.
NOTE: The AUXIAV input jacks are not recommended for use in connecting a
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phonograph.
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Providing AC Power
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Plug the power cord into an AC power outlet. that accepts the polarized
plug, which has one blade wider than the other.
The red STANDBY indicator will light (even though the power is off) to show
that the unit is plugged in and ready to operate.
IMPORTANT: The polarized plug is an important safety feature. It will fit into
~ the power outlet only one way. If the plug won’t go into the outlet completely,
1 reverse it and try inserting 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.
Connecting Headphones
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Adjust volume to a low setting before connecting headphones.
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Connect headphones (635mm size) using the PHONES jack on the front of
the unit.
NOTE: Connecting headphones automatically cuts off sound to all speakers.
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BASIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
POWER
STANDBY I ON
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POWER with STANDBY indicator
2. REMOTE SENSOR
3. PHONES jack
4. Equalizer selector buttons
5. Source selectors (TUNER, TAPE, CD, AUX/AV)
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BALANCE
7. SURROUND
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BASS BOOST
9. VOLUME
NOTE:
See “USING THE REMOTE CONTROL,” page 29, for instructions on
operating your system from a distance.
POWER ON Mode
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Press the POWER button and release.
The displays light, and the system provides power to the sound source last
selected - the tuner, the dual tape deck, the CD player, or a properly connected auxiliary component.
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To turn off the functions and return to standby mode, press the power button and release.
The displays go off, and the red STANDBY indicator comes on. The in-
dicator shows that the system is receiving power and is ready to be switched to POWER ON.
BASIC OPERATION INSTUCTIONS (continued)
BALANCE
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Selecting a Source of Sound
The source selector buttons - TUNER, TAPE, CD, and AUX/AV - indicate
the sources of sound available to you through the system.
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To select a source of sound, simply press the button that represents the
desired source. The system shifts to the selected source.
Adjusting Volume
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Turn the VOLUME dial clockwise to increase volume. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume.
NOTE:
The “mute” function is available onlydhrough the remote control.
Press the MUTE button on the remote control to suspend the output of
sound. Press MUTE again to restore volume to the current setting.
Adjusting Balance
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Turn the BALANCE dial clockwise to increase the proportion of sound
delivered to the Right speakers.
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Turn the BALANCE dial counterclockwise to increase the proportion of
sound delivered to the Left speakers.
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Set the dial to the “center” position to deliver the same load of sound to
all speakers.
Selecting Equalizer Settings
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Press the equalizer button that provides the set of frequency adjustments
that best fits your listening material or listening taste.
You can select from FLAT (all frequencies given equal emphasis), ROCK
JAZZ/CLUB, CLASSICAL, or CINEMANOCAL.
6-band spectrum analyzer shows the emphasis given to each frequency during play.
Bass Boost
Use BASS BOOST to increase the bass response delivered to all connected
speakers, both front and surround.
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Press the BASS BOOST button to turn this feature on and off. The bass
boost feature is on when the button is lit.
Bass boost is intended to enhance the quality of sound at low-volume levels.
This feature should usually be set to off at higher volumes to prevent possible
distortion of sound and damage to speakers.
Surround Sound
Use SURROUND to activate the “surround sound” effect in all connected
speakers.
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Press the SURROUND button to turn this feature on and off. The surround
sound feature is on when the button is lit.
NOTE:
For a true surround sound effect, you must connect a pair of surround
speakers (not included).
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2. AM/PM Indicator 6. TUNING DOWN
3. Time/Timer Display 7. CLOCK
4. TIMER Message 8. SLEEP
9. TIMER/WAKE-UP
Setting the Clock
Initial Setting (before first-time use):
When you first plug the system in (before switching to POWER ON mode),
the clock flashes, allowing you to set the time:
. Press TUNING DN to move up in l-hour increments. (Press and hold to
move ahead rapidly.) Note the AM or PM designation shown on the display.
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Press TUNING UP to move up in l-minute increments. (Press and hold to
move ahead rapidly.)
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When time is set as desired, press MEMORY to store the setting.
The clock is now set. To reset the clock, follow the steps explained next.
i Changing Time Settings (after initial setting):
The current time is displayed in all operating modes except when the tuner
(radio) is the selected source of sound. To set the clock:
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Press either the TAPE, CD, or AUX/AV selector button. The display shows
the current time setting.
CLOCK/TWER FEATURES
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Press and hold the CLOCK button, then press MEMORY twice. The display
flashes the current time setting.
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Press TUNING DN to move up in l-hour increments.. (Press and hold to
move ahead rapidly.) Note the AM or PM designation shown on the display.
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Press TUNING UP to move up in l-minute increments. (Press and hold to
move ahead rapidly.)
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When time is set as desired, press MEMORY to store the setting.
NOTE: To see the clock setting when a radio station is displayed, press
and hold the CLOCK button.
Setting the Timer
The timer lets you set the system to start playing automatically at a preset
time. The timer will activate the tuner (radio), the tape player, or AUX/AV
mode. To set the timer:
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Press either the TUNER, TAPE, or AUX/AV selector button. The display
shows the current clock setting.
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Press and hold the CLOCK button, then press MEMORY. The display
shows the timer setting.
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Press MEMORY again. The display shows the “TIMER” message and
flashes the timer setting, prompting you to change it if desired.
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Press TUNING DN to move up in one-hour increments. (Press and hold to
move ahead rapidly.) Note the AM or PM designation shown on the display.
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Press TUNING UP to move up in one-minute increments. (Press and hold
to move ahead rapidly.)
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When the timer is set as desired, press MEMORY to store the setting. The
display returns to show the current time. The “TIMER” message indicates
that the timer, is set.
NOTE: To switch the timer off, simply press the TIMER/WAKE UP button so
that the “TIMER” message is no longer displayed. To reactivate the timer,
press the TIMER/WAKE UP button. The “TIMER” message will display.
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