RCA RS1251, RS1249 User Manual
FCC IINFORMATION
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 product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture.
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.
This equipment has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Computing Device in accordance
with the specifications of FCC Rules. These rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against radio and television
interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
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).
• Change the position of the unit with respect to the radio or television equipment that is receiving 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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Never open the cabinet under any circumstances. Any repairs or internal adjustments should be made only by a trained
technician.
• Warning: Never operate this product with the cabinet removed.
• 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.
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.
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.
FOR YOUR RECORDS
According to some state laws, and 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:
WARNING : TO PREVENT
FIRE OR ELECTRICAL
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE LIGHTNING FLASH
ANDARROW HEAD WITHIN
THE TRIANGLE IS A
WARNINGSIGN ALERTING
YOU OF "DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE" INSIDE THE
PRODUCT.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
THE EXCLAMATION POINT
WITHINTHE TRIANGLE IS A
WARNINGSIGN ALERTING
YOU OF IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING THE
PRODUCT.
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM/BACK OF PRODUCT
Model No. RS1249/1251
Remote Control No. CRK292B1
Date of Purchase .....................................................
Place of Purchase ....................................................
Serial No...................................................................
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CONTENTS
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FIRST THING FIRST ................................................................ 2
Unpack the System ................................................................................................................................ 2
Check for Moisture ............................................................................................................................... 2
Choosing System Location .................................................................................................................... 2
CONNECTIONS ...................................................................... 3
Speakers ................................................................................................................................................. 3
Antennas ................................................................................................................................................ 3
Power Supply ......................................................................................................................................... 3
PANEL CONTROLS................................................................. 4
USING THE TURNER .............................................................. 7
USING THE CD PLAYER ......................................................... 8
Loading Disc ........................................................................................................................................... 8
Basic Operations .................................................................................................................................... 8
USING THE CD PLAYER ......................................................... 9
Programming Play Order ...................................................................................................................... 9
Recalling and Editing Programmed Play Order .................................................................................. 9
USING THE CD PLAYER ......................................................... 10
Playing and Loading Discs Simultaneously ......................................................................................... 10
Shuffle Play ............................................................................................................................................ 10
USING THE CD PLAYER ......................................................... 11
Repeat Play ............................................................................................................................................ 11
USING THE CASSETTE PLAYER ............................................. 13
Loading Cassette Tapes ......................................................................................................................... 13
Basic Operations .................................................................................................................................... 13
USING THE CASSETTE PLAYER ............................................. 14
Automatic Tape Stop ............................................................................................................................ 14
Dual Decks Tape Play............................................................................................................................ 14
Recordings .............................................................................................................................................. 14
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL ............................................. 16
Installing Batteries ................................................................................................................................. 16
Remote Control Operations ................................................................................................................. 16
DISPLAY MESSAGE IN CD MODE......................................... 18
CARE & MAINTENANCE........................................................ 19
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS ...................................................... 21
INDEX.................................................................................... 23
US WARRANTY ..................................................................... 24
CANADIAN WARRANTY ....................................................... 25
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FIRST THINGS FIRST
UNPACK THE SYSTEM
Unpack your new RS-1249 SL audio system and locate all the accessories. You should have:
• one RS-1249/ RS-1251 main unit;
• one RCA Remote Control ( CRK291B1 );
• one pair of speaker ( different style for different models );
• one external AM loop antenna;
• one RS-1249 / RS-1251 user’s guide;
• and one safety leaflet.
SHUFFLE PLAY / PAUSESTOP REPEAT
POWER
STANDBY
FUNCTION
FM STEREO
BAND SELECTOR
RECORD PLAY REW F.FWD STOP / EJECT PAUSE PLAY STOP / EJECT
MUTLI FUNCTION FLUORESCENT DISPLAY
PLAYBACK/ RECORD
PHONES
PLAYBACK
1-2-3 DISC
OPEN / CLOSE
MEMORY
TUNE
TUNING
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CHECK FOR MOISTURE
Just as moisture can form on the inside of windows on a cold day, it can also form on the inside of
your audio sustem causing it to malfunction.
If the moisture forms inside the system, it may not operate properly. In this case the best thing to do is
to disconnect power to the unit and wait about 30 minutes for the moisture to evaporate.
CHOOSING SYSTEM LOCATION
It is recommended to follow these guidelines when setting up your system:
• Choose a solid, level surface. Don’t place on surfaces like carpet or foam rubber.
• Choose a location away from direct sunlight, radiation, air ducts and sources of heat.
• Avoid locations subject to moisture, mechanical vibration, shock or excessive dust.
• Ensure that the location is adequately ventilated, as it is essential to protect the unit from internal
heat build-up.
RS-1249/ RS-1251
main unit
Remote
control
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CONNECTIONS
SPEAKERS
To connect a speaker wire either to the terminals of a speaker or the unit, follow these steps:
1. At the back of a speaker or the unit, press and hold the black tab to open the (-) terminal, fit in
the black speaker wire, release tab.
2. Press and hold the red tab to open the (+) terminal, fit in the red speaker wire, release tab.
3. Repeat steps 1 & 2 above for connecting to the speakers and the unit.
surround
speakers
Connection for surround
speakers ( not provided with
the unit )
ANTENNAS
This unit comes with two antennas: an AM loop antenna and a FM T-type antenna. Use the same
method of connecting speaker wires to hook the AM loop antenna. To get better reception, try
placing it at various locations.
AM Loop Antenna
As for the FM T-type antenna, it’s already attached to the unit, simply extend it to the full length,
then place it at various locations to get clearer reception.
POWER SUPPLY
Plug the power cord into an AC power outlet, be sure to match the wide blade of the plug to the
wide slot of the outlet. If the plug does not fit in, try plugging it the other way, be sure to plug it in
completely.
When the unit is off, the STANDBY light comes on showing that the unit is still plugged to power. To
disconnect power completely, unplug the power cord at the AC power outlet, the STANDBY light
goes off.
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PANEL CONTROLS
SHUFFLE PLAY / PAUSESTOP REPEAT
POWER
STANDBY
FUNCTION
FM STEREO
BAND SELECTOR
RECORD PLAY REW F.FWD STOP / EJECT PAUSE PLAY STOP / EJECT
MUTLI FUNCTION FLUORESCENT DISPLAY
PLAYBACK/ RECORD
PHONES
PLAYBACK
1-2-3 DISC
OPEN / CLOSE
MEMORY
TUNE
TUNING
PRESET
STATION
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TAPE
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SUPER
BASS
DIGITAL PLL
SYNTHESIZED TUNER
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CD COMPARTMENT
TRAY
CD PLAYER CONTROL
BUTTONS
VACUUM
FLUORESCENT
DISPLAY
FM STEREO
INDICATOR
POWER
PRESET EQ
FUNCTION
PHONES
MEMORY/
DEMO
TUNING
BUTTONS
TUNE/
PRESET
STATIONS
SUPER BASS
CASSETTE
TAPE DECKS
CASSETTE
PLAYER
CONTROL
BUTTONS
VOLUME
CONTROL
FM STEREO
BUTTON
SOUND
EFFECT
(PRESET EQ)
INDICATORS
REMOTE
SENSOR
BAND
SELECTOR
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PANEL CONTROLS
VACCUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY
The vacuum fluorescent display (VFD) shows the current status of the unit such as volume level,
playing disc number, playing track number, selected play mode, radio frequency, selected Preset EQ,
etc.
Further explanation of the display messages will accompany the operational procedures of each
function.
CD PLAYER CONTROL BUTTONS
These control buttons are for CD player, they function only in CD mode.
CD COMPARTMENT TRAY
This tray can store 3 CDs at any one time.
1-2-3 DISC
This button’s function is for rotating the disc tray to change discs with/ without opening the CD
Compartment Discs Tray.
OPEN/CLOSE
This button is used for opening and closing the CD Compartment Tray.
FM STEREO INDICATOR
This indicator lights when receiving FM radio in stereo mode.
POWER
To turn on your RS-1249/ RS-1251, press this button. To switch your system to STANDBY mode, press
again, the STANDBY indicator light comes on with display showing STBY.
PRESET EQ
You can press this button to toggle between 5 preset styles of sound effect ( preset equalizers )
modes. You have a selection between Jazz, Rock, Classical, Techno, and Flat.
FUNCTION
Press this button to select the 3 functions: Cassette Player, CD Player, and Tuner.
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PANEL CONTROL
PHONES
You can listen to your audio system through a set of headphones ( not included ). Take note, when a
set of headphones is plugged into the system, sound output will divert from the speakers to your set
of headphones.
MEMORY/ DEMO
In Tuner mode, use MEMORY to store up to 32 preset radio frequency. In CD mode, use MEMORY to
store up to 32 tracks. In Standby mode, press this button to enter display Demonstration mode.
TUNING BUTTONS
The TUNING + and TUNING - buttons can be used to change radio frequency, select preset stations
or select memory locations during station preset.
TUNE/ PRESET STATIONS
In Tuner mode, you can store up to 32 preset station frequencies in memory.
SUPER BASS
Select this function to enhance the bass sound effect of heavy-based sound.
CASSETTE TAPE DECKS
Your RS-1249/ RS-1251 is equipped with dual cassette tape decks: one for playback only and one for
playback plus recording.
CASSETTE PLAYER CONTROL BUTTONS
All cassette player operations such as Tape Play, Stop, Rewind, Fast Forward, Record, and Tape Eject
are at the front panel of the system.
VOLUME CONTROL
Press + to increase sound level, press - to decrease sound level.
FM STEREO BUTTON
When the system is in Tuner mode and FM band, you can press this button and listen to FM radio in
stereo mode.
PRESET EQ ( SOUND EFFECT ) INDICATORS
When you press on the PRESET EQ button repeatedly, the indicators light up one by one indicating
your choice of the type of sound effect.
BAND SELECTOR
To choose either FM or AM radio band, press on this button to toggle between the two bands (
make sure that the system is in Tuner mode ).
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USING THE TUNER
POWER
STANDBY
FUNCTION
FM STEREO
BAND SELECTOR
MUTLI FUNCTION FLUORESCENT DISPLAY
PHONES
MEMORY
TUNE
TUNING
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STEREO
Your system’s tuner is very much similar to the usual ones that you’d find in other audio systems. It
also has tuning buttons, band selector for choosing between AM and FM radio stations, FM stereo
button for stereo effects when listening to FM radio broadcast, plus a Memory button for storing
your preset radio frequencies.
TUNER OPERATIONS
1. If the system has not been turned on yet, press POWER to turn system on.
2. Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the display shows Tuner.
3. Press BAND SELECTOR to choose your desired radio band: AM or FM.
4. For tuning to stations manually, press TUNE PRESET STATION once or twice so the display does
not show PRESET.
5. Now press either TUNING + or TUNING - to select a radio frequency.
6. When listening to FM radio stations, press FM STEREO for receiving stereo broadcast.
PRESETING STATIONS
1. Press BAND SELECTOR to choose your desired radio band: AM or FM.
2. If the display shows PRESET, press TUNE PRESET STATION once so that the display no longer shows
PRESET.
3. Press either TUNING+ or TUNING - to choose a radio frequency.
4. Press MEMORY to enter program mode, then press either TUNING + or TUNING - to select a
memory location. The display flashes PRESET, press MEMORY within 5 seconds to set that frequency
into the memory location.
5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 in this section to set up to 32 stations into memory.
RECALLING PRESETING STATIONS
1. Press TUNE PRESET STATION once or twice so the display shows PRESET.
2. Press either TUNING + or TUNING - to choose one of the preset stations.
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