RCA RS2010 User Manual

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EXPORTER

Thomson multimedia Inc.

P.O. Box 1976

Indianapolis, IN 46206-1976

Trademark(s) ® Registered

Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)

Marque(s) ® Deposée(s)

55305530 (EN/F/E)

www.rca.com

www.rca.com/LatinAmerica

Printed In China / Impreso en China

IMPORT ADOR Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V. Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 57 Col. Ampliación Granada C.P. 11529 Mexico D.F. Telefono: (55)25 81 53 20 RFC: CTM-980723-KS5

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RS2010

usermanual

TOUCH SENSOR

VOL

DISC1 /

DISC2 /

DISC3 /

TIMER

DIM/ DEMO

SOURCE

ON / 

STANDBY

COMPACT DISC AUDIO

CD-RW COMPATIBLE

Motorized panel

STANDBY

It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time. Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo.

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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 multimedia Inc. 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 unplugging the unit), try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Re-orient 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 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies. This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture.

Technical specification

Product: Compact Audio System Brand: RCA Model: RS2010

Electrical Consumption:

Power Supply: 120V ~ 60 Hz Power consumption: 50 Watts

IMPORTER Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V. Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 57 Col. Ampliación Granada C.P. 11529 Mexico D.F. Telefono: (55)25 81 53 20 RFC: CTM-980723-KS5

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.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

FCC Information

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE

OR ELECTRICAL

SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

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

THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" INSIDE THE PRODUCT.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Have a Blast- Just Not in Your Eardrums Make sure you turn down the volume on the unit before you put on headphones. Increase the volume to the desired level only after headphones are in place.

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Safety Information

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. Remote Control No. Date of Purchase Place of Purchase Serial No.

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.

FCC Information / Safety Information

Getting Started . . . . . . .2

Unpacking the system . . . . . . . .2

Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Connecting the Speakers . . . . .2

Using the Antenna . . . . . . . . . .2

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

General Controls . . . . . .3

Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Installing Batteries . . . . . . . . . .4

Display Settings

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Showing Demonstration . . . . .5

Display Clock / Timer . . . . . . . . .5

Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . .5

Setting the Timer . . . . . . . . .5

Activating the Timer . . . . . . .5

Adjusting Display Brightness5

Sleep Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Sound Features . . . . . . .6

Using Preset Equalizer Curves .6

X-Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Muting Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

CD Player

Notes on CD-R/RW Disc . . . . . . .6

Loading Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Playing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Play and Load

Simultaneously . . . . . . . . . . .6

Skipping a Disc . . . . . . . . . . .6

Searching Through a CD . . .6

Random Playback . . . . . . . . .7

Sampling Tracks . . . . . . . . . . .7

Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Setting Up a CD Program . . .7

Playing a Program List . . . . .7

Display and Edit the Program

List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Deleting Program List . . . . . .7

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Selecting Tuner Band . . . . . . . .8

Tuning to a Station . . . . . . . . . .8

Using Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Manually Setting Presets . . . . .8

Clearing Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Suppressing Stereo Signal . . . .8

Tape Player

Playing a Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Auto Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

From Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

From CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

From Aux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Troubleshooting Tips . .10

Maintenance . . . . . . . .11

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Handling CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Cleaning CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

CD Lens Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Important Information 12

Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . .12

Important Battery

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Headset Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Don’t Infringe . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Technical Specification . . . . . .12

Limited Warranty (U.S.)13

Limited Warranty

(Canada) . . . . . . . . . . .15

Table of Contents

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Getting Started

Unpacking the system:

You should have the following:

• one main unit (with 2 main speakers);

• one remote control;

• one user’s guide;

• AM loop antenna;

•FM antenna;

• one safety leaflet;

• Owner registration card

Back View

1. Main Speaker Jacks

2. Line Out Connector

3. Aux In Connector

4. AM Antenna Jack

5. FM Antenna Jack

Using the Antenna

Before you use your audio system, you’ll want to make sure the FM antenna is positioned properly. Connect the FM antenna to FM ANT jack on the back of the unit. Uncoil it, making sure it is fully extended (you may even want to tape it to the wall behind the unit, if possible. The higher, the better.) For AM reception, you need to connect the AM loop antenna. Rotate the AM loop antenna for better reception.

Connecting the Speakers

Each speaker has a black (negative) and a red (positive) jack. When connecting the speakers, match the red wires to the red jacks and the black wires to the black jacks.

Installation

To ensure sufficient ventilation, keep the spacings shown below free from other surfaces:

4 inches

Front View

4 inches

2 inches

Side View

LINEOUT

AUXIN

MAIN

SPEAKER

AM ANT

FM ANT

Release tab to lock wire in the terminal.

NOTE: Make sure the insulation

is completely removed from the

ends of the Antenna and

speaker wires at all connection

points.

Antenna and Speaker

Wire Connection

Push terminal tab down to insert wire.

4 5

STANDBY

SOURCE

DIM/ DEMO

TIMER

DISC 1

DISC 2

DISC 3

VOL

Motorized panel

TOUCH SENSOR

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General Controls

Main Unit

Front Panel

ON/STANDBY — Tu rns the unit on and off

(Standby Mode)

SOURCE - Selects tuner / CD player / aux / tape. DIM/DEMO - Turns the feature demonstration on or off;

adjusts display contrast.

VOL / - Increases / decreases volume. DISC1 , DISC2 , DISC3 - Opens and closes

the corresponding disc tray. TIMER - Enters Timer setting mode; activates and deactivates timer.

Control Panel

TOUCH SENSOR - Opens and closes the motorized

control panel.

X-BASS - Turns X-Bass on/off. EQ - Selects among the different preset EQ options.

(Rock / Jazz / Flat / Pop / Classic) DISC1 / DISC2 / DISC 3 - selects and begins disc playback.

BAND - Selects radio band. SLEEP - Selects and views sleep time. REC•II - Starts and pauses tape recording.

SKIP FORWARD - Increments radio frequency, goes

to the next CD track; fast forward in tape mode.

SKIP BACKWARD - Decrements radio frequency, goes to the previous CD track; rewinds in tape mode. PRESET UP - In Tuner mode - Selects the next preset station. In Clock or Timer mode - Increases hour and minute digit. PRESET DOWN - In Tuner mode - Selects the previous preset station. In Clock or Timer mode - Decreases hour and minute digit. REPEAT - In CD mode - selects repeat options (repeat track, CD or all CDs)

- In CD mode - Selects random playback. PLAY/PAUSE - Begins and pauses CD and tape

playback.

STOP - Stops CD or tape playback.

In CD Program mode - Clears program. In Tuner mode - Clears tuner presets.

DISPLAY - In CD mode - selects among display options. PROG•SET - Enters program mode for CD and Tuner;

Confirms clock and timer settings. DISC SKIP /DIR./REV. - In CD mode - Skips to the next CD; In Tape mode - Selects tape playback direction; selects auto reverse option.

CLOCK - Enters clock setting mode; Shows current time.

Top Panel

PHONES —Jack for connecting headphones.

STANDBY

SOURCE

DIM/

DEMO

TIMER

DISC 1

DISC 2

DISC 3

VOL

Motorized panel

TOUCH SENSOR

DIGITAL LOGIC DECK

PHONES

AUTO REVERSE

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General Controls

Remote Control

ON/STANDBY - Turns power on and off (Standby mode). DISC1 / DISC2 / DISC3 - Selects disc 1, 2 or 3 playback. NUMBER/CHARACTER KEYS — Accesses different tracks in CD mode

and tuner presets in tuner mode directly;

REC•II - Starts and pauses a tape recording. TUNER - Selects radio tuner mode. CD - Selects CD mode. TAPE - Selects tape player. AUX - Selects external input. CLOCK - Shows clock time; enters clock setting mode. TIMER - Turns timer on or off; enters timer setting mode. EQ - Selects among the different preset EQ options. X-BASS - Enable and disables X-Bass. SLEEP - Selects the time interval in minutes before the unit turns off. VOL - / VOL + - Decreases or Increases volume level. PRESET + / PRESET - - Selects next/previous preset station in

tuner mode; In Clock or Timer mode - Increases / decreases the hour or minute digit.

PLAY/PAUSE - In CD mode - Plays and pauses CD; In Tape mode -

Plays and pauses tape playback.

- In CD mode - Selects random playback.

INTRO - Selects intro playback in CD mode. DISC SKIP / DIR. / REV. - In CD mode - Skips to the next CD; In Tape

mode - Selects tape playback direction; selects auto reverse option.

PROG•SET - Enters program mode for CD and Tuner mode; enters clock setting mode; applies new settings for Clock and Timer modes. TUNING / TUNING - In CD mode - Skips forward to the next track or skips backward to the previous track; In Tuner mode Tunes up or down radio frequency. In Tape mode - Rewinds or fast forwards tape.

STOP - In CD mode - Stops CD playback; In Tuner mode - clears tuner presets; In Tape mode - Stops tape playback; In CD program mode - Clears program.

REPEAT - In CD mode - Selects among repeat options. DISPLAY - In CD mode - Selects among display options. DIM/DEMO - Adjusts display contrast; turns feature demonstration on

or off (DEMO only available in standby mode).

STEREO - Selects among FM stereo and mono in tuner mode. MUTE - Mutes volume. BAND - selects tuner band.

Installing Batteries

The remote control must be inserted with 2 “AA” or “R6” or “UM 3” batteries prior to use. Follow the steps below to ensure correct installa-

tion.

1. Open the battery compartment door (located at the back of the remote control) by lifting up the cover at the edge.

2. Before inserting the batteries, observe the polarities (that is, + and -) of the battery then relate the polarities to the engraved diagram inside the battery compartment. Now insert the batteries.

3. After installation of the batteries, close the lit to cover the batteries. Lightly push it closed with a snap.

Battery Size:

“AA” or “R6” or “UM 3”

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Display Settings

Display

Showing the Demonstration

Operational in standby mode only. Press DEMO on the main unit to turn on/off demonstration mode. The demonstration scrolls through all display operations.

Display Clock / Timer

Setting the Clock

1. Press and hold CLOCK to enter clock setting mode. The hour flashes on the display.

2. Press PRESET DOWN or PRESET UP on the main unit or PRESET - or PRESET + on the remote control to set the hour . Press CLOCK to shift to minute digits.

3. Press PRESET DOWN or PRESET UP on the main unit or PRESET - or PRESET + on the remote control to set the minute .

4. Press PROG/SET to save settings.

Note:

• Press CLOCK once to display the current time for

about 8 seconds.

Setting the Timer

1. Press and hold TIMER to enter timer setting mode. ON TIME will should briefly, then the hour digit will flash on the display.

2. Press PRESET DOWN or PRESET UP on the main unit or PRESET - or PRESET + on the remote control to set the hour . Press TIMER to shift to minute digits.

3. Press PRESET DOWN or PRESET UP on the main unit or PRESET - or PRESET + on the remote control to set the minute .

4. Press TIMER to shift to set timer off time.

5. OFF TIME will show briefly then the hour digit

will flash. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the hour and minute.

6. Press TIMER to move on to source selection.

7. Press PRESET DOWN or PRESET UP on the main unit or PRESET - or PRESET + on the remote control to select source (CD / Tuner / Tape / Rec TU)

8. Press TIMER to move back to timer on time

setting.

9. Press PROG/SET to save settings.

Note: Timer will turn on at the last volume level.

Activating the Timer

Press and release TIMER to turn on/off the timer. The

TIMER indicator will lit.

Adjusting Display Brightness

Press and hold DIM/DEMO to adjust display brightness.

Sleep Mode

You can select the time interval in minutes before the unit turns off automatically.

1. Press SLEEP to enter sleep setting mode.

SLEEP 00 will show on the display.

2. Press and hold SLEEP to select the desired sleep

time (00, 90, 80, 70, 60, 50, 40, 30, 20, 10, 00).

Press SLEEP to check the remaining sleep time.

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Sound Features

Using Preset Equalizer Curves

Press EQ to toggle among ROCK, JAZZ, FLAT , POP and CLASSIC . The display shows briefly the selection.

X-BASS

Press X-BASS to turn on/off boosting the bass frequency.

Volume Control

Press VOL or to adjust volume level.

Muting Audio

Press MUTE on the remote to cut the sound. (Remote Only)

CD Player

Loading Discs

1. Press SOURCE repeatedly on the main unit or one of the disc numbers (DISC1 / DISC2 / DISC3) to select CD mode.

2. Press DISC1 or DISC2 or DISC3 to open the corresponding disc drawer.

3. Insert up to 3 discs with label face up.

4. Press the corresponding disc location on the main unit again to close the drawer. Loaded disc position icon lights.

Playing Discs

•Press DISC1, DISC2 or DISC3 on the control panel to directly begin playback of the disc selected.

•Press PLAY/PAUSE to begin or pause play,

and STOP to stop playback.

Play and Load Simultaneously

1. Press DISC1 , DISC2 ,DISC3 to select and open one of the available disc trays other than the one that is playing.

2. Press again to close the tray.

Skipping a Disc

Press DISC SKIP.

Searching Through a CD

• Press SKIP FORWARD / SKIP BACKWARD

on the main unit or TUNING or on the remote control to skip to the next or previous track.

•Press and hold SKIP FORWARD / SKIP BACKWARD on the main unit or TUNING

or on the remote control to search

through a CD while it is playing.

This unit is compatible with CD-RW/ CD-R discs for playback.

Notes on CD-R/RW Disc:

• Do not affix any type of labels to either side (recordable or labeled side) of a CD-R/RW disc as this may result in the unit malfunctioning.

• To avoid damages to the CD-R/RW disc, do not open the disc compartment door while the disc is being read.

• Do not load an unrecorded CD-R/RW disc into the unit. This may take a longer time to read the disc.

• Playback capability for CD-RW discs may vary due to variations in the quality of the CD-RW disc and the recorder used to create the disc.

CD-R / RW

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CD Player

Random Playback

Press to turn on/off the playing of tracks in random order. The shuffle icon will show on the display.

Sampling Tracks

Press INTRO to play the first 10 seconds of each track on the current disc, all discs in the tray, or turn INTRO mode off. (Remote only)

Repeat

Press REPEAT to repeat the current track, current disc, all discs, or turn REPEAT mode off.

Setting Up a CD Program

You can program the CD player to play up to any 60 tracks on the CDs in the tray.

1. While the CD player is stopped, press PROG•SET to enter program mode. The system displays the next available program number: “00 P--01”. The PROG. icon flashes on the display.

2. Press DISC SKIP or the disc number (DISC1 / DISC2 / DISC3) to select disc.

3. Press SKIP FORWARD / SKIP BACKWARD on the main unit or TUNING or on the remote control to select track to enter into memory.

4. Press PROG•SET to store selected track into program memory and the next available memory location will be displayed.

5. Repeat steps 2 to 3 to store more tracks into program memory.

6. Press PLAY/PAUSE to play CD program.

Playing a Program List

While in PROGRAM mode, press PLAY/PAUSE to begin CD program playback. The PROG. icon turns on.

Display and Edit Program List

1. While the CD player is stopped in PROGRAM mode, press PROG•SET repeatedly to list each track assignment in the program list.

2. Repeat steps 2 and 3 under “Setting Up a CD Program “ to edit the track to store into memory.

Deleting Program List

While in PROGRAM mode, press and hold STOP in stop mode to exit program.

Note: Once you have exited PROGRAM mode, the CD program list will be erased.

Tips:

• You can create a program of up to 60 tracks.

• Press DISPLAY repeatedly to view elapsed track

time, track number, track remain time and disc remain time.

Caution: Do not push to force closing of the tray during CD playback or tray opening.

00 P-- 01

Track number

program location

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Radio

Selecting Tuner Band

1. Press SOURCE on the main unit or TUNER on the remote control to enter Tuner mode.

2. Press BAND to select between FM or AM.

Tip: Your audio system has 40 preset stations.

Tuning to a Station

Press SKIP FORWARD / SKIP BACKWARD on the main unit or TUNING or on the remote control to select frequency.

Using Presets

• Press PRESET DOWN or PRESET UP on the main system or PRESET - or + on the remote control to access the previous or next preset station.

Manually Setting Presets

1. Press SKIP FORWARD / SKIP BACKWARD on the main unit or TUNING or on the remote control to access the desired frequency.

2. Press the PROG/SET button once.

3. Press PRESET DOWN or PRESET UP on the main unit or PRESET - or + on the remote control to move to the desired preset number (1-40).

4. Press PROG/SET to store the selected frequency at that preset.

Clearing Presets

Press and hold STOP for 3 seconds to clear presets.

Suppressing Stereo Signal

Press STEREO on the remote control to toggle between FM mono and stereo for stereo FM stations.

07 87.90

MHz

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Tape Player

Playing a Tape

1. Press SOURCE on the main unit repeatedly or TAPE on the remote to enter Tape mode.

2. Press on the PUSH OPEN• CLOSE area of the cassette door to open it.

3. Insert a tape into the door and push the door closed.

4. Press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP FORWARD on the main unit to rewind and fast forward tape to position the tape to the desired starting position.

5. Press PLAY/PAUSE to begin playback. Press again to pause playback.

6. Press and hold DISC SKIP/DIR/REV. to select tape playback direction.

Auto Reverse

You can select auto reverse tape playback or continuous playback . Press DISC SKIP/DIR/REV. repeatedly to toggle normal playback, auto reverse, and continous playback.

Recording

From Tuner

1. Insert a tape into deck.

2. Press SOURCE repeatedly on the main unit or TUNER on the remote control to select Tuner

3. Press BAND to access the desired radio band.

4.. Press SKIP FORWARD or SKIP BACKWARD on the main unit or TUNING or on the remote control to tune to the station to be recorded.

5. Press REC•II to enter Record standby. Press again to begin recording.

6. press STOP to end recording.

From CD

1. Insert a tape into deck .

2. Press SOURCE repeatedly on the main unit to select CD then press DISC SKIP to select the disc to be recorded. or Press DISC1 / DISC2 / DISC3 on the remote to select the disc to be recorded directly

3. Press SKIP FORWARD or SKIP BACKWARD on the main unit or TUNING or

on the remote control to select the track to be recorded. or Press PROG/SET to enter program mode.

4. Press REC•II to enter Record standby. Press again to begin recording.

5. press STOP to end recording.

From AUX

1. Insert a tape into tape deck.

2. Check that the auxiliary device has been connected correctly to the AUX connector on the back of the system.

3. Start playback on the auxiliary device.

4. Press REC•II to enter Record standby. Press again to begin recording.

5. Press STOP to end recording.

DIGITAL LOGIC DECK

PHONES

AUTO REVERSE

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Troubleshooting Tips

Solution

• Check power cord for a secure connection.

• Unplug the unit for a moment, and then plug into power source again.

• Check the outlet by plugging in another device.

• Increase the volume setting.

• Check connection to speakers.

• Check that you have selected the appropriate function: CD, TAPE, Tuner.

• Make sure mute is off.

• Check antenna connection.

• Move antenna.

• Turn off nearby electrical appliances, such as hair dryer, vacuum cleaner, microwave, fluorescent lights.

• Check that CD is in the tray.

• Check that CD label is facing up.

• Check that PAUSE mode is not on.

• Check that CD function is selected.

• Use CD lens cleaner.

• Clean the disc.

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

• Check if something is causing the system to vibrate. If so, move the system.

• Make sure the speakers are at least 3 feet away or on a different surface from the main unit.

Problem

System will not turn on

No sound

Poor radio reception

CD does not play

CD sound skips

Problem

CD button will not respond, or does not change discs when you press DISC SKIP

Distorted or noisy tape recordings

Remote control does not work

Solution

• Switch to another function (TAPE, Tuner) and then back to CD.

• Inspect the tape head, clean it if necessary.

• Check that the batteries are properly installed.

• Replace weak batteries.

• Check the system is plugged into power source.

• Point the remote directly at the system’s front panel.

• Move closer to the system.

• Remove any obstacles between the remote and the system.

Attention!

Do not press on the motorized door until it is completely in the stop position.

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Maintenance

Disconnect the audio system from the power source before performing any maintenance.

Cleaning

Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust cloth.

CD Player

CAUTION! This system operates with a laser. It must

be opened by only a qualified technician.

Tape Player

To prevent deterioration of sound quality, periodically open the door of each deck and clean the magnetic heads, pinch roller, and capstan with a cotton bud dipped in alcohol. Also, demagnetize the head by playing a demagnetizing cassette (available through an audio equipment store).

To protect recordings on one or both sides of a tape, remove the corresponding tab. If you later want to record on the tape, affix a piece of adhesive tape over the hole.

Quit Slacking - A little bit of slack in your tapes can cause scratches on the tape, or worse yet, the tape could break. If you notice some slack in the tape, use a pencil to tighten it up before you insert it.

Handling CDs

• Do not touch the signal surfaces. Hold CDs by the

edges, or by one edge and the hole. Do not affix labels or adhesive tapes to the label surfaces. Do not scratch or damage the label. CDs rotate at high speeds inside the player. Do not use damaged (cracked or warped) CDs

Cleaning CDs

• Dirty CDs can cause poor sound quality. Always

keep CDs clean by wiping them gently with a soft cloth from the inner edge toward the outer perimeter.

• If a CD becomes dirty, wet a soft cloth in water,

wring it out well, wipe the dirt away gently, and then remove any water drops with a dry cloth.

• Do not use record cleaning sprays or antistatic

agents on CDs. Also, never clean CDs with benzene, thinner, or other volatile solvents which may cause damage to disc surface

CD Lens Care

When your CD lens gets dirty it can also cause the system to output poor sound quality. To clean the lens you will need to purchase a CD lens cleaner which can maintain the output sound quality of your system. For instructions on cleaning the CD lens, refer to the ones accompanying the lens cleaner.

Side A ProtectionBSide B Protection

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Safety Precautions

• Never open the cabinet under any circumstances. Any repairs or internal adjustments should be made only by a trained technician.

• Never operate this product with the cabinet removed.

•Do not use your System immediately after transporting it from a cold place to a warm place, as condensation may cause the system to malfunction.

• Keep your unit away from humid areas and abnormally hot places.

• 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.

• Do not touch the pick-up lens which is located inside the disc compartment. To keep dust from collecting on the pick-up lens, do not leave the compartment door open for an extended period of time. If the lens becomes dirty, clean it with a soft brush, or use an air blower brush designed for camera lenses.

• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Important Battery Information

• Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you do not use your remote control for more than one month.

• Discard leaky batteries immediately as leaking batteries may cause skin burns or other personal injuries. Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according to provincial and local regulations.

• Any battery may leak electrolyte under the following circumstances:

- 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.

Headset Safety

• Do not play your headset at high volume. Hearing experts warn against extended high-volume play.

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

• You should use with extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations. Even if your headset is an open-air designed to let you to hear outside sounds, do not turn up the volume so high that you are unable to hear what is around you.

Don’t Infringe

This product should only be used for the purposes for which it is sold, that is, entertainment, violating no copyright law. Any attempts to use this product for which it is not intended is unlawful and therefore not condoned by Thomson multimedia.

Technical Specification

Power supply: 120V~60Hz Dimensions ( H x W x D inches): Unit size - 9.6 x 7.2 x 13 Main Speaker - 9.6 x 6.7 x 7.2 Tape deck: Response curve: 125Hz-10kHz (-5dB) CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB): 60Hz to 20kHz Rating Plate: Look for it at the back of the set.

The descriptions and characteristics given in this document are given as a general indication and not as a guarantee. In order to provide the highest quality product possible, we reserve the right to make any improvement or modification without prior notice. The English version serves as the final reference on all products and operational details should any discrepancies arise in other languages.

Important Information

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Limited Warranty (U.S.)

What your warranty covers:

• Defects in materials or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

• One year from date of purchase for labor and parts

• 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:

• Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center the labor charges to repair your unit.

• Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts required to repair your unit.

How you get service:

• Take your unit to any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center. To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Audio Service Center, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.

• Show the Authorized Service Center Representative your evidence of purchase date or first rental.

• Pick up your unit when repairs are completed.

• Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required.

What your warranty does not cover:

• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your unit. Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer.)

• Installation and related adjustments.

• Signal reception problems not caused by your unit.

• Damage from misuse or neglect.

• Cleaning of audio heads.

• Batteries.

• A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes.

• A unit purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.

• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.

Product Registration:

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

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Limitation of Warranty:

• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.

• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.

How State Law relates to warranty:

• Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

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

If you purchased your unit outside the United States:

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

Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.

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Limited Warranty (Canada)

What your warranty covers:

• Defects in materials or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

• One year from date of purchase for labor and parts

• 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:

• Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center the labor charges to repair your unit.

• Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts required to repair your unit.

How you get service:

• Take your unit to any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center. To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Audio Service Center, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.

• Show the Authorized Service Center Representative your evidence of purchase date or first rental.

• Pick up your unit when repairs are completed.

What your warranty does not cover:

• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your unit. Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer.)

• Installation and related adjustments.

• Signal reception problems not caused by your unit.

• Damage from misuse or neglect.

• Cleaning of audio heads.

• Batteries.

• A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes.

• A unit purchased or serviced outside Canada.

• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.

Product Registration:

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Limited Warranty (Canada)

Limitation of Warranty:

• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON MULTIMEDIA LTD., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.

• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. THOMSON MULTIMEDIA LTD. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE PROVINCIAL LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PAR TICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.

How Provincial Laws relates to warranty:

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights which are in addition to statutory warranties that may vary from Province to Province.

If you purchased your unit outside Canada:

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

Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.

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