RCA RS2300 User Manual

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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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EXPORTER

Thomson Inc.

P.O. Box 1976

Indianapolis, IN 46206 -1976

Trademark(s) ® Registered

Marca(s) Registrada(s)

Marque(s) ® Déposée(s)

55760330 (EN/F/E)

www.rca.com

www.rca.com/LatinAmerica

Printed In China / Impreso en China

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usermanual

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CD-R / RW COMPATIBLE

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ISC

RS2300

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 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.

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.

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.

Technical specification

Product: Compact Audio System Brand: RCA Model: RS2300

Electrical Consumption:

Power Supply: 120V~ 60 Hz Power consumption: 90 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 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.

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Safety 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.

Table of Contents

FCC Information Safety Information

Getting Started . . . . . . .2

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

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

Using the FM and AM

Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Connecting the Speakers . . . . .2

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

General Controls . . . . . .3

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

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

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

Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Showing the Demonstration . .6

Display Clock / Timer . . . . . . . . .6

Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . .6

Setting the Timer . . . . . . . . .6

Activating the Timer . . . . . . .6

Sleep Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Sound Features . . . . . . .7

Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

X-Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Muting Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Using Preset Equalizer Curves .7

CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Notes on CD-R/RW Disc . . . . . . .7

Loading Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Play and Pause Discs . . . . . . . . .7

Selecting a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Searching Through a CD . . . . . .8

Shuffling the Play Order . . . . . .8

Sampling Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Setting Up a CD Program . . . . .8

Playing a Program List . . . . .8

Display Program List . . . . . . .8

Edit Program List . . . . . . . . . .8

Deleting Program List . . . . . .8

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Selecting Tuner Band . . . . . . . .9

Tuning to a Station . . . . . . . . . .9

Using Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Auto Preset Programming . . .9

Manually Setting Presets . . . . .9

Suppressing Stereo Signal . . . .9

Tape Player . . . . . . . . .10

Selecting Tape Player . . . . . . .10

Playing a Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Tape Counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

From Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

From CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

From AUX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Troubleshooting Tips . .11

Maintenance . . . . . . . .12

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Handling CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Cleaning CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

CD Lens Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Important Information 13

Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . .13

Important Battery

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Headset Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Don’t Infringe . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Technical Specification . . . . . .13

Limited Warranty

(U.S.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Limited Warranty

(Canada) . . . . . . . . . . .16

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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 FM antenna;

• one AM loop antenna;

• one user’s guide;

• one safety leaflet.

• Owner and registration Card

Back View

ANTENNA

AC 120V/60Hz

GND

AM LOOP

MAIN SPEAKERS 6Ω

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.

Antenna and Speaker

Push terminal tab down to insert wire.

NOTE: Make sure the insulation

ends of the Antenna and

points.

Wire Connection

Release tab to lock wire in the terminal.

is completely removed from the

speaker wires at all connection

Installation

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

Front View

4 inches

ON/STANDBY SOURCE TUNE/PRESET

DISC SKIP DISC OPEN/CLOSE

CD-R / RW COMPATIBLE

5 DISC CHANGER

DEMOVOLUME

4 inches

1. FM Antenna Jack

2. AM Loop antenna connector.

3. Main Speaker Jacks

Using the FM and AM Antennas

Before you use your audio system, you’ll want to make sure both the FM and AM antennas are positioned properly. Connect the FM antenna to the FM connector 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.) You’ll also need to connect the AM antenna loop to the back of the unit if you listen to AM stations. Rotate the AM loop antenna for better reception.

Side View

2 inches

4 inches

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General Controls

Main Unit

PROG/SET ST/MONO RECORD

BAND

DEMOVOLUME

ON/STANDBY SOURCE TUNE/PRESET

DISC SKIP DISC OPEN/CLOSE

CLOCK TIMER SLEEP SHUFFLE REPEAT INTRO CD INFO

X-BASS EQ

DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3 DISC 4 DISC 5

PHONES AUXLR

Front Panel

ON/STANDBY —Turns power on or off (STANDBY

mode). SOURCE - Selects CD player / tuner / tape player/ external source.

DISC SKIP - Skips to the next disc in CD mode.

DISC OPEN/CLOSE — Opens and closes disc com-

partment.

VOLUME - Adjusts volume.

DEMO - Turns the feature demonstration on or off.

TUNE/PRESET - Stops CD track and tape operations,

selects tune or preset mode. PLAY/PAUSE - Plays or pauses CD and tape operations. SKIP FORWARD - In CD mode - Goes to the next CD track; selects the next program location. In Tuner mode - Tunes up radio frequency; selects the next preset station.

In Tape mode - Fast forwards tape. In Clock or Timer mode - Increases hour and minute digit.

SKIP BACKWARD - In CD mode - Goes to the previous CD track; selects the previous program location. In Tuner mode - Tunes down radio frequency; selects the previous preset station.

In Tape mode - Rewinds tape.

In Clock or Timer mode - Decreases hour and minute

digit.

PHONES —Jack for connecting headphones. AUX L/R - Jack for auxiliary connection.

Control Panel

Open the control panel by pushing on the bottom side of the control panel cover and rotating the the top outwards.

CLOCK - Enters clock setting mode; shows clock time. TIMER - Enters timer setting mode; Turns on/ off timer. SLEEP - Selects sleep duration. SHUFFLE - Selects random playback in CD mode. REPEAT - Selects among repeat options in CD mode. INTRO - Selects intro playback in CD mode. CD INFO/BAND - In CD mode, Selects display options to

show track elapse time, track remain time or disc remain time. In Tuner mode - selects radio band. PROG/SET - Enters program mode for CD and Tuner; applies new settings for Clock and Timer mode. ST/MONO - Selects stereo and mono sound in tuner mode.

RECORD - Starts tape recording. X-BASS - Turns X-Bass on/off. DISC1 / DISC2 / DISC3 /DISC 4 / DISC 5 - Direct access

to the corresponding disc tray for playback.

EQ - Selects among different EQ options.

Top Panel

OPEN/CLOSE —Press down on the door to open and close cassette deck door.

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General Controls

Remote Control

ON STANDBY

TUNER

X-BASS

OPEN/CLOSE

VOL

TAPE

AUX

RECORD

ON/STANDBY - Turns power on or off from standby mode.

EQ - Selects equalizer presets. X-BASS - Turns on or off Bass Boost. OPEN/CLOSE - Opens and closes disc compartment. CD - Selects CD player. TUNER — Selects radio tuner. TAPE — Selects tape player. AUX - Selects external input. REPEAT - Repeats a track, CD or all CDs in CD mode.

SHUFFLE - Turns on/off random listening in CD mode. FM ST • - Selects between stereo and mono sound in FM tuner mode. INTRO - Turns intro mode on or off to play the first 10 seconds of each track in CD mode.

MUTE - Mutes audio output.

SLEEP - Press to select the time interval in minutes

before the unit turns off. PRESET / - Selects next/ previous preset station. In Clock or TImer mode - Increases / decreases the hour or minute digit.

VOL or - Decreases or Increases volume level. STOP - In CD mode - Stops CD playback; In pro-

gram mode - Clears program; In Tape mode - Stops tape playback. PLAY/PAUSE - In CD mode - Plays and pauses CD; In Tape mode - Plays and pauses tape playback.

DISC SKIP

INTRO

REPEAT

SLEEP

FM ST

PRESET

SKIP BACKWARD - In CD mode - Goes to the previous CD track and setting options; searches backward through CD; In Tape mode - Rewinds tape; In Tuner mode - Tunes down radio frequency. SKIP FORWARD - In CD mode - Goes to the next CD track and setting options; searches forward through CD; In Tape mode - Fast forwards tape; In Tuner mode - Tunes up radio frequency.

RECORD - Starts tape recording. DISC SKIP - Skips to the next disc in CD mode.

Installing Batteries

The remote control must be inserted with 2 "AAA" or "UM-4" or "R03" batteries prior to use. Follow the steps below to ensure correct installation.

1. Remove the battery compartment door (located at the back of the remote control) by sliding the compartment door in the direction of the arrow and then lifting the door out and off the cabinet.

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, replace the battery compartment door in place by sliding it in the opposite direction of the arrow (the reverse of step

1).

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Display

POP JAZZ

X-BASS

FM AM

CLASSIC

STEREO

ROCK

PROG INTRO REPEAT 1 ALL DISC

X-BASS - X bass is activated.

CLASSIC / ROCK / POP / JAZZ - Indicates the preset

equalizer selected.

REC - In tape mode, indicates tape is recording.

SLEEP - Sleep is activated.

- Timer is activated.

- The corresponding disc icon lights to show

4 5

which disc compartment is loaded. The current playing disc will flash.

STEREO - In FM tuner mode, indicates stereo sound is selected.

PROG - In program mode.

INTRO - In CD mode, intro is activated so the first 10

seconds of each track will be played.

REC

SLEEP

3 4 5

REPEAT 1 / REPEAT 1 DISC / REPEAT ALL DISC / ALL DISC - In CD mode, indicates the repeat option that is

activated. REPEAT 1 - Repeat track. REPEAT 1 DISC - Repeat current disc. REPEAT ALL DISC - Repeat all disc. ALL DISC - Play all discs once.

- Random playback is activated in CD mode.

- In CD playback mode.

MHz / kHz - Radio frequency unit in tuner mode.

FM / AM - Band indicator.

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Settings

Showing the Demonstration

Press DEMO 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 SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP FORWARD

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 SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP FORWARD on the main unit or PRESET or PRESET

on the remote control to set the minute .

4. Press PROG/SET to save settings.

Press STOP to quit settings.

Note:

• When system is ON, you can press CLOCK to display the current time for about 2 seconds.

Setting the Timer

1. Press and hold TIMER until the ON and clock

hour flashes on the display ( ON - timer on time ).

2. For setting time, press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP FORWARD on the main unit or PRESET

or PRESET on the remote control to set the hour and then press TIMER to shift to minute digits.

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

on the remote control to set the minute.

4. Press TIMER to change to OF (timer off time)

with clock time flashing. Repeat steps 2 & 3 for timer off time setting.

5. Press TIMER to select source. Press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP FORWARD on the main unit or PRESET or PRESET on the remote control to select between CD / TUNER / TAPE / REC TU .

6. Press TIMER to set volume. Rotate the VOLUME control to select desired volume level.

7. Press PROG/SET to save settings. Press STOP to quit setting.

The timer is automatically activated once timer setting is saved.

Activating the Timer

Press and release TIMER to turn on/off the alarm. The timer is active when the clock icon is lit.

Sleep Mode

Yo u can select the time interval in minutes before the unit turn off automatically. Press SLEEP to select among OFF, 120, 90, 60, 45, 30, 15 and 5 minutes.

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Sound Features

Volume Control

Tur n VOLUME on the main unit or press VOL or

on the remote control to adjust volume level.

X-Bass

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

Muting Audio

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

CD Player

CD-R / RW

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.

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

Using Preset Equalizer Curves

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

Creating a Custom Curve

1. Press EQ to select CUSTOM mode.

2. While CUSTOM is displayed, press SKIP

BACKWARD or SKIP FORWARD on the main unit or SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP

FORWARD on the remote control to cycle

among displayed bass- and treble - range levels.

3. While BAS or TRE is displayed, adjust VOLUME

to set the associated gain between -10 - +10.

Loading Discs

1. Press SOURCE repeatedly on the main unit or CD on the remote control to select CD mode.

2. Press DISC OPEN/CLOSE on the front panel of the main unit or OPEN/CLOSE on the remote control to open disc compartment.

3. Insert up to 5 discs with label face up.

4. Press DISC OPEN/CLOSE on the front panel of the main unit or OPEN/CLOSE on the remote control again to close disc compartment. The disc

that is loaded and ready to play is the icon that is flashing on the display.

Play and Pause Discs

• Press PLAY/PAUSE in stop mode to begin playback.

•Press PLAY/PAUSE during playback to to pause disc.Press again to resume.

Play and load simultaneously by:

Note: Be sure to remove all discs from the disc compartment before moving or transporting the unit!

1. Press DISC OPEN/CLOSE on the front panel of

2. Load/change discs for available trays.

3. Press DISC OPEN/CLOSE on the front panel

the main unit or OPEN/CLOSE on the remote control to open the tray while a CD is playing.

of the main unit or OPEN/CLOSE on the remote control to close the tray.

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CD Player

Selecting a Disc

•Press DISC 1, DISC 2, DISC 3, DISC 4, or DISC 5 on the main unit to directly access the corresponding disc.

•Press DISC SKIP to skip discs.

Searching Through a CD

• Press SKIP BACKWARD / SKIP FORWARD on the main unit or or on the remote control to skip to the previous or next track.

•Press and hold SKIP BACKWARD / SKIP FORWARD on the main unit or or on the remote control to search through a CD while it is playing.

Shuffling the Play Order

Press SHUFFLE to turn on/off the playing of tracks in random order.

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.

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

the remote control to select track to enter into memory.

4. Press PROG/SET to save your settings.

5. Repeat steps 2 to 4 to store more tracks into

program memory.

Playing a Program List

While in PROGRAM mode , press PLAY/PAUSE . If you are not currently in program mode, press

PROG/SET to enter program mode before pressing PLAY/PAUSE .

Display Program List

1. While the CD player is stopped, press PROG/SET

to enter PROGRAM mode.

2. Press PROG/SET repeatedly to view each track

assignment in the program list.

Edit Program List

1. Follow “Display Program List” steps until the

location to be edited is displayed.

2. Repeat steps 2 to 4 under “Setting Up a CD

Program “ to edit the track to store into memory.

Repeat

Press REPEAT to repeat the current track (REPEAT 1), current disc (REPEAT 1 DISC) , all discs (REPEAT ALL DISC), or turn repeat mode off (ALL DISC).

Note: You may also press REPEAT to select 1 disc or all discs before activating SHUFFLE function.

Setting Up a CD Program

You can program the CD player to play up to any 32 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.

2. Press the corresponding disc number or DISC SKIP on the main unit to select disc.

Deleting Program List

While in PROGRAM mode, press and hold STOP for 3 seconds. They system displays the message CLEAR.

Tips:

• You can create a program of up to 32 tracks.

• Press CD INFO/BAND 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.

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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 CD INFO/BAND to select between AM or FM Radio band.

Tip: Your audio system has 32 preset stations.

Tuning to a Station

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

Using Presets

The tuner can be in either TUNE or PRESET mode. When in preset mode,

• Press TUNE/PRESET on the main system or PRESET or on the remote control to access the previous or next preset station.

• The display first shows the preset program number and after a few seconds, the preset program and frequency will be displayed.

PR 01 FM

PROG

07 87.90

MHz

Auto Preset Programming

Press and hold CD INFO/BAND button for 2 seconds to scan stations in FM band. The stations will then be stored as preset channels. A maximum of 32 stations can be stored. Beware of your preset channels being erased accidentally because the scanning and storing process is automatic upon pressing the button. You can stop the automatic scan by pressing any button, but the erased stations cannot be recovered.

Manually Setting Presets

1. Press SKIP BACKWARD / SKIP FORWARD to access the desired

frequency.

2. Press the PROG/SET button once.

3. The most recently accessed program location will flash on the display.

4. If a different program location is preferred, press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP FORWARD on the main unit or PRESET or on the remote control to move to the desired preset number (1-32).

5. Press PROG/SET to store the selected frequency

at that preset.

Suppressing Stereo Signal

Press ST/MONO on the main unit or FM ST. on the remote control to toggle between FM mono and stereo for stereo FM stations.

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Tape Player

Selecting Tape Player

Press SOURCE on the main unit or TAPE on the remote control to select tape mode.

Playing a Tape

1. In tape mode, press on the cassette door to open it.

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

3. Press SKIP BACKWARD / SKIP FORWARD on the main unit or or on the remote control to position the tape to the desired starting position.

4. Press PLAY to begin playback.

5. Press PAUSE to pause playback.

Tape Counter

You can keep track of tape position with the tape counter. Press PROG/SET to reset.

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

5. Press RECORD 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 or DISC1 / DISC2 / DISC 3 / DISC 4 /DISC 5 to select the disc to be recorded.

3. Press SKIP BACKWARD or SKIP FORWARD 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 RECORD 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 front of the system.

3. Start playback on the auxiliary device.

4. Press RECORD to begin recording.

5. Press STOP to end recording.

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Troubleshooting Tips

Problem

System will not turn on

No sound

Poor radio reception

CD does not play

CD sound skips

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.

• Make sure headphones are not plugged in.

• 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.

• try another disc.

• 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

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

“ERROR” message

Solution

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

• Unplug the unit for a moment and then plug it back into the power source.

• 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.

• Unplug the unit

• See if there is anything obstructing the CD door or preventing it from closing.

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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.

Side A ProtectionBSide B Protection

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.

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Important Information

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 and splashing.

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 unintended purposes are unlawful and therefore not condoned by Thomson.

Technical Specification

Power supply: 120V~60Hz Dimensions ( H x W x D inches):

Unit size - 10.4 x 7.8 x 12 Main Speaker - 10.4 x 8 x 7.5

Tape deck: Response curve: 125Hz-8kHz (-5dB) CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB): 60Hz to 15 kHz 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.

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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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Limited Warranty (U.S.)

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 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 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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