RCA RT2380, RT2380BK User Manual

EXPORTER Thomson Inc. P. O. Box 1976 Indianapolis, IN 46206 - 1976 © 2004 Thomson Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Marque(s) Deposée 5585891B (EN/F/E) www.rca.com Printed in China / Impreso en China

IMPORTADOR Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V. Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13. Col. Roma. Delegación Cuauhtémoc C.P. 06700. México, D.F. Telefono: 52-55-11-020360 RFC: CTM-980723-KS5

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RT2380

RT2380BK

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.

user

manual

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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.

Technical Specification

Product: Dolby Digital Audio video receiver Brand: RCA Model: RT2380 / RT2380BK

Electrical current consumption

Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz Power consumption: 135 Watts

IMPORTER Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V. Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13. Col. Roma. Delegación Cuauhtémoc C.P. 06700. México, D.F. Telefono: 52-55-11-020360 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.

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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CA UTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

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

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE

SHOCK HAZARD,

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT

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

OR ELECTRICAL

Table of Content

FCC Information

Getting Started

Unpacking the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Unpacking the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Inserting Batteries into Remote Control .3 Set Up and Maintenance of the

Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Protect your Components from

Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Connecting to Audio-Visual

Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Digital Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

TV Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Connecting Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Connecting the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Connecting the Subwoofer . . . . . . . . . . .6

Positioning your Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Front Speaker Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Preferred Surround Placement . . . . . . . .8

Advanced Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Test Tone / Channel Balance . . . . . . . . . .9

Connecting for Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Using Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Factory Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Operating your Receiver

Receiver Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Your Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Switching On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Selection of Audio/Video Source . . . . . .13

Using the Remote to Control Additional

Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Using the receiver to play a Source . . . .15

Operating the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Advanced Sound Control

Sound Enhancement Systems . . . . . . . .18

Fine Setting of Components . . . . . . . . .19

Fine Setting of the Speakers . . . . . . . . .20

Advanced Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Troubleshooting Tips

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Receiver/Tuner Operation . . . . . . . . . .22

Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . .22

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Cleaning the Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Care and Maintenance

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Important battery information . . . . . . .23

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Headset safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Don’t infringe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Equipment Specifications . . . . . . . . . . .23

Limited Warranty (U.S.) . . . . . . . .24

Limited W

arranty (Canada) . . . . .25

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Getting Started

Unpacking the Receiver

You should receive the following items:

One receiver unit

One pair of “AAA”

batteries

One pig-tail

antenna wire

One external AM loop

antenna

• one instruction book;

• one safety leaflet;

• one Quick Connection Guide One Remote Control

one audio cable (two wires) with red and white RCA connectors;

Unpacking The Speakers

• one set of speakers including 1 set of left and right front speakers, 1 centre speaker, 1 subwoofer and 1 set of left and right rear speakers.

• 6 speaker wires including:

1 X white/grey striped

wire for front left

speaker

1 X purple/grey striped

wire for subwoofer

1 X green/grey striped

wire for center speaker

1 X red/grey striped wire

for front right speaker

1 X blue/grey striped

wire for rear left speaker

1 X gray/grey striped

wire for rear right

speaker

Front Speakers

Center Speaker

Rear Speakers

(Surround Sound)

Subwoofer

one Video cable

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+ -

Getting Started

Inserting Batteries into Remote Control

Insert two “AAA” (R03) batteries according to the + and

- signs in the battery compartment. To use the remote control, point it directly at your receiver.

Install batteries as follows:

1. Remove battery compartment door by applying thumb pressure on battery door and then lift the door out and off the cabinet.

2. Insert 2 AAA batteries in the compartment and replace the compartment door.

Set up and Maintenance of the Receiver

Provide spaces for sufficient ventilation as indicated:

• Do not connect to the AC power cords until all connections are completed.

• Do not use your set immediately after transferring it from a cold place to a warm place: there is risk of condensation.

• Do not expose your set to water and excessively high temperatures.

• After having disconnected your set, clean the case with a soft cloth, or with a slightly damp leather chamois. Never use strong solvents.

Protect your Components from Overheating

• Do not block ventilation holes in any component. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely.

• Do not stack components directly on top of each other.

• Do not place the unit near other components that generate heat such as heating vents.

• Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand.

• Place an amplifier near the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not affect other components. If you have a satellite receiver, you should place it on the top shelf.

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10 cm/4"

10 cm/ 4"

Front View

10 cm/4"

10 cm/ 4"

5 cm/ 2"

Side View

Getting Started

Connecting to Audio-Visual Components

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S-VIDEO

If your video component has a S-Video jack included, you can make use of it to enjoy enhanced video quality by connecting it to the relevant S-Video jack at the rear side of the receiver. One  S-video cable is needed for each component. When S-Video cable is used, composite video (yellow RCA connector) cable must also be connected for VCR recording. Note: Before plugging in the optical cable or S-Video cable, make sure to match the shape of the plug and jack, otherwise, you will not be able to plug in completely.

DVD

to S-VIDEO OUT 

to VIDEO OUT 

(DVD)

to AUDIO OUT

(DVD)

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

DVD SAT

to AUDIO OUT (TV)

MONITOR

to VIDEO IN (TV)

to S-VIDEO IN (TV)

OUT

VCR

If your CD player is equipped with digital optical jacks, use of optical cable is preferred. What you need is just one more optical digital connecting cable (not supplied). Plug it in the digital input jack of the receiver and select OPTICAL on the receiver setting (see details on pg 19 chapter "Input Signal Setting"). You can enjoy better sound quality brought to you by the optical cable. When optical cable is used, analog cables are still needed for recording to tape output.

CD Player

DIGITAL INPUT

Connect components capable of outputing Dolby Digital (e.g. DVD

to AUDIO OUT (CD)

OUT

TAPE

COAXIAL OPTICAL

DIGITAL INPUT

or SAT) or standard PCM (CD) format digital signals. Read section on "Input Signal Setting" under "Advanced Sound Control" carefully to adjust the matching input settings.

to S-VIDEO OUT (SAT)

to AUDIO OUT (SAT)

to VIDEO OUT (SAT)

to LINE IN ( Tape Deck )

to LINE OUT (Tape Deck)

VCR

to AUDIO OUT (VCR)

to VIDEO OUT (VCR)

to AUDIO IN (VCR)

to VIDEO IN (VCR)

SAT

DIGITAL CONNECTION

If you have a SAT receiver DVD player or CD player with a digital output, you can make use of an optical digital cable (not supplied) or coaxial digital cable (not supplied) to carry the audio portion of the signal and enjoy Dolby Digital sound quality. One optical or coaxial cable is needed for each SAT receiver, DVD player or CD player. When optical or coaxial cable is used, the analog audio cables are still needed if recording through a tape or VCR is desired. This receiver provides one optical and one coaxial digital input for the connection of your components. Please connect your components (e.g. DVD, SAT or CD) to the appropriate digital inputs and press DIGITAL INPUT to select the corresponding digital input source. Note: Optical and coax cables carry only the audio portion of the signal. A video connection must also be established for a SAT receiver and DVD player. S-video provides the best connection for the video portion of the signal. Composite video (yellow RCA connector) can also be used. It is important that the same type of cable (S-video or composite) that is connected from the Home Theatre to the TV is used to connect the SAT receiver or DVD player to the Home Theatre.

Tape Deck

Getting Started

Digital Connections

Read instructions carefully when connecting components to the receiver.

Digital In Jacks can accept Dolby Digital (AC-3) or PCM signals when compatible components are connected.

TV Connections

TVs with RF input may need a RF modulator (not included) for inputting audio / video signals.

Connecting the Antennas

The AM and FM antennas connect to the AM and FM terminals on the system’s back panel.

They must be hooked up in order to receive clear reception.

AM Loop Antenna and FM Indoor Antenna

1. Uncoil the Antenna wire and locate the base end of the AM antenna.

2. Press down on the Antenna tab to open the terminal.

3. Inert the antenna wires into the terminal and release the tabs to secure the wires in place.

HINT

• For FM reception, extend antenna to its full length.

• For AM reception, rotate the antenna horizontally to get better reception.

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OPTICAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO)

Optical Fiber Cable Connect to optical digital output of DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible devices.

SAT / DVD / CD Player / TV

COAXIAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO)

Connect to coaxial digital output of DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible devices.

DVD / CD / SAT

S-VIDEO

SUBWOOFER

PRE OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

DVD SAT

3‰

6‰

FR FL

SUB

CEN

SPEAKERS

MONITOR

OUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

DIGITAL INPUT

FM 75‰

VCR

TAPE

AM LOOP

GND

OUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

DIGITAL INPUT

RF cable

RF in RF out

RF modulator

AV in

AV cable

AV out

The diagram shown above may varies from your actual RF modulator, please refer to your RF modulator manual.

Getting Started

Connecting the Speakers

Speakers

There are 6 speakers equipped with the unit (2 front, 1 center, 2 rear, 1 subwoofer). In order to enjoy good surround effects, all six speakers need to be connected to the receiver.

At least two front speakers (left and right) are required. For better sound quality, Center speaker, rear speakers and Subwoofer should also be connected. Adding center and rear speakers will enhance surround effects. Adding a Subwoofer will increase bass response.

If you want to enjoy the full sound range, use the subwoofer with the speakers to maintain adequate bass signal.

Speaker wires

1 for each speaker, is needed for connection. Twist the stripped ends of speaker cord about 2/3 inch (15 mm). Press down on the tab to open the terminal and insert the wire. Release tab to lock wire in the terminal.

To ease speaker connections, the speaker wires and the terminals are color-coded.

• White/Grey Striped (Front Left Speaker),

• Red/Grey Striped (Front Right Speaker),

• Green/Grey Striped (Center Speaker)

• Blue/Grey Striped (Rear Left Speaker).

• Grey/Grey Striped (Rear Right Speaker).

• Purple/Grey Striped (Subwoofer)

Connect the L, R speakers at the back of the speakers to the corresponding color on the receiver. Do the same for center (with green/black terminal), rear speaker and the subwoofer (with purple/black terminal).

Speaker Polarity

When connecting the speakers, make sure the polarities (“+” speaker wire to “+” on the receiver) of speaker wires and terminals are matched. If the wires are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack bass (“out of phase” effect).

Connecting the Subwoofer

Connect the subwoofer with the speaker wire (purple/ black) provided.

This receiver offers a high flexibility for user to use a large variety of speakers and subwoofer. For more information please refer to section “Fine Setting of the Speakers” in “Advanced Sound Control” on page 20.

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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

Getting Started

Positioning your speaker

1 Left, Right (Front Speakers)

They carry primarily music and sound effects

2 Center

In surround mode, the center speaker carries much of the dialogue as well as music and effects. It should be set between the left and right speakers.

3 Surround (Rear Speakers)

Their overall sound balance should be as close as possible to the front speakers. Proper placement is vital to establish an evenly distributed sound field.

4 Subwoofer

A subwoofer is designed to reproduce powerful low bass effects (explosions, the rumble of spaceships, etc.) which dramatically heightens involvement with the action on the screen. It is therefore recommended to connect subwoofers when small speakers are used.

Magnetic shielding

Speakers placed less than two feet from the TV set must be magnetically shielded in order to prevent picture distortion. Front and center speakers provided with this unit are magnetically shielded to protect your TV set.

It is not recommended to place the rear speakers near the TV set.

Front Speaker Placement

Even if you can't duplicate this ideal home theater setup exactly, the suggestions for speaker placement that follow will help you get good results.

Alignment

Align the center speaker evenly with (A), or slightly behind (B), the left and right speakers, but not ahead of them.

Advanced Setting

Angle

Placing the left and right speakers to form a 45-degree angle with your favorite viewing position will duplicate the soundtrack mixer's perspective.

Height

The three speakers should be as close as possible to the same height. This often requires placing the center speaker directly atop (A) or beneath (B) the TV set.

Courtesy Dolby Laboratories

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Getting Started

Preferred surround placement

Location

If possible, place surround speakers to either side of the listening area, not behind it.

Height

If space permits, install surrounds 2-3 feet above viewers. This helps to minimize localization effects.

Aiming

Aiming surrounds straight across the room, not down at viewers, helps create a more open, spacious surround sound field.

Advanced Setting Alternative Surround Placement

Rear wall

If rear wall mounting is the only choice, aim the speakers at each other (A), towards the front (B) or even towards the sidewalls (C, D). Experiment with placement until surround sounds seem to envelop you, rather than coming from behind you.

No adjacent walls

Surrounds can go on stands facing each other to approximate the preferred sidewall mounting (A), or to the sides or rear of the viewing area aimed upwards. In the latter case, they can go right on the floor, or preferably, a few feet off the floor such as on end tables (B).

Courtesy Dolby Laboratories

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Getting Started

Test Tone / Channel balance

Channel balance

Your receiver is equipped with a test signal generator for balancing the channels. As the signal "travels" from channel to channel, adjust the level controls until each channel plays at the same loudness level.

Level adjustment & surround channel level expectation

Even though you adjust the surround channel to be as loud as the others on the test signal, you'll find that on actual program material the surround channel is usually much lower than the front. Don't be tempted to readjust the surround level; program producers use surround mostly for subtle atmospheric and ambience, and only rarely for special effects. A good surround mix doesn't call attention to itself; if it did, it would soon become distracting.

Connecting for Power

Make sure you connect all your other electronic components and the speakers before plugging your receiver into the outlet. Plug the power cord in the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely.

Using Headphones

To listen privately through your audio system, use the PHONES jack on the receiver. However, make sure you turn down the volume before you put on the headphones. Increase the volume to the desired level after headphones are in place.

Once headphones are connected, “HEADPHONE DOWN MIX 2 CHANNEL” will scroll on display. This feature automatically converts multi-channel speaker outputs to 2 channel stereo for your listening pleasure.

Hearing Comfort & Well-Being

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

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

Factory Setting

The unit is preset to the following settings when you first power the receiver up right out of the box: Function = TUNER Volume setting = 25 Bass & treble = 0 dB EQ - FLAT Speaker settings: Center, surr = YES

Subwoofer = STRONG

DRC = OFF

Reset to Factory Settings

You may restore factory setting with the following procedures:

1. Enter SAT mode.

2. Press PRESET UP, PRESET DOWN, SOURCE UP to reset the unit.

All preset stations will reset to FM87.5MHz and all receiver settings restore to default settings as described above.

NOTE

The system is equipped with Dolby Digital, and manufactured under License from Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are

WARNING

All preset radio stations and surround sound setting will be lost after factory setting is restored.

Courtesy Dolby Laboratories

NOTE

STRONG SUBWOOFER setting makes the output level of subwoofer speaker to be stronger than normal Dolby setting. Adjust the SUBWOOFER setting by pressing the SUBWOOFER key to achieve the best bass performance.

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Operating Your Receiver

1. ON/STANDBY

Turns the unit on and off. When the system is turned on, the unit will go to the mode it was in before powered off.

2. Display

Displays current status of the receiver.

3. SUBWOOFER

Selects among subwoofer sound level. (SOFT SUBWOOFER, BALANCED SUBWOOFER, STRONG SUBWOOFER, POWERFUL SUBWOOFER)

4. SOURCE Buttons

Selects sound source. (DVD, Tuner, Tape, VCR, CD, TV and SAT)

5. SURROUND Buttons

Selects digital sound processor. (DOLBY PL II MOVIE, STEREO, DISCO, STADIUM, THEATER, JAZZ CLUB, ARENA, 3 STEREO, DOLBY PL EMULATION, DOLBY PL II MUSIC)

6. PRESET Buttons

Selects preset station in Tuner mode.

7. VOLUME

Increases and decreases volume level

8. PHONES

Plug your headphones (not supplied) into it for your private enjoyment. Speakers will be off when phones are inserted.

Receiver Controls

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Operating Your Receiver

Remote Control

Please be sure you have inserted the batteries into the remote control (see relevant section on page 3.) You can test it by pressing any button.

1. ON•OFF

Turns the receiver and other auxiliary components on and off. (see page 14 “Using the Remote to Control Additional Components”).

2. Source Buttons

Selects various audio/ video sources.

3. VOL + / VOL -(Volume Buttons)

Adjusts the volume level.

4. CH+ / CH- (Channel Buttons)

Selects programmed stations in TUNER mode.

5. MUTE

Mutes all audio output.

6. GO BACK / ST•MONO

• Selects between Stereo and Mono sound in Tuner mode.

7. Adjustment Buttons

• Press the Left or Right buttons to select among setting items in setup mode: SLEEP, DIMMER, SPEAKER DISTANCE, SPEAKER SETUP, and audio input source (ANALOG, OPTICAL / COAXIAL).

• Press the Up or Down buttons to adjust the values when the display shows the setup you want to change.

8. SURROUND

Selects among surround sound settings: DOLBY PL II EMULATION, DOLBY PL II MUSIC, DOLBY PL II MOVIE, STEREO, DISCO, STADIUM, THEATER, JAZZ CLUB, ARENA, 3 STEREO.

9. EQUALIZER

Selects among preset equalizer modes. (only available in stereo mode)

10. NIGHT

Selects among Night mode options (DRC OFF, SOFT and ON) which compresses the volume difference between normal voices and sounds such as explosions. (Available only during Dolby digital signal playback)

11. LEVEL

Speaker LEVEL setting and Test tone. Refer to “Advanced Sound Control” on pg. 20 for details.

12. SUBWOOFER

Selects among subwoofer output level (SOFT SUBWOOFER, BALANCED SUBWOOFER, STRONG SUBWOOFER, POWERFUL SUBWOOFER).

13. Number Buttons

Directly access a preset station in Tuner mode.

14. SETUP

Enters Setup mode. Use the Left and Right adjustment buttons to select among setup options. (SLEEP, DIMMER, FRONT SPK DISTANCE, CENTER SPK DISTANCE, SURROUND SPK DISTANCE, CENTER SPK ON/OFF, SURROUND SPK ON/OFF, DIGITAL INPUT).

15. Operation Buttons

In TUNER mode:

• Press the TUNER - and TUNER + keys to tune down or up

the radio frequency.

• Press SAVE to activate the preset station saving and press

to confirm preset station settings.

• PLAY, RECORD, STOP and PAUSE keys are only for easy

control of external devices that are connected to your receiver such as CD, VCR, DVD, TAPE, etc.. The remote control currently operates most Thomson, RCA and GE products.

NOTE

The remote control button CLEAR, MENU and GUIDE do not function for this receiver but can be used to control other RCA and Thomson products.

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Operating Your Receiver

Display

DVD / VCR / SAT / TUNER / TAPE / CD / TV

• An arrow points to the current source mode.

• Dolby Digital audio input for signal format.

• Dolby Pro Logic II audio output format.

FM / AM

• Radio band indicator in Tuner mode.

•Tuner stereo signal detected.

OPT12

• Optical digital input detected.

COAX

• Coaxial digital input detected.

TUNED

•Tuner station detected.

• Speaker Icons. L - Front left speaker C - Center speaker R - Front right speaker LS - Left surround (rear) speaker RS - Right surround (rear) speaker LFE - Subwoofer speaker

SLEEP

• Unit in Sleep mode.

MEMORY

• Unit is in Tuner Preset Station mode.

KHz / MHz

• Tuner frequency unit.

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LFE

LS RS

Operating Your Receiver

Switching the unit on and off

•To switch on the receiver, press the STANDBY/ON button on the main unit once, or the ON•OFF button on the remote control.

• Standby: when the receiver is in tuner mode, press the STANDBY/ON button once to enter standby mode.

On the remote control, press the ON•OFF button twice within 2 seconds if the receiver is not in Tuner source mode to enter standby mode.

To avoid entering standby mode when powering up the unit, do not press the ON•OFF button twice within 2 seconds.

• The receiver draws a small amount of electricity when in standby mode. Unplugging the unit from the wall socket will stop the draw.

Selection of Audio/Video source

When one of the source button is pressed, the audio and video input corresponding to the name will be activated. The receiver acts as a switching device between all the sources that are plugged into it.

Example 1:

If you have connected a DVD player to the DVD input (audio + video) on the receiver, press the SOURCE buttons on the main unit repeatedly until DVD is selected or press DVD•6CH on the remote control to receive the sounds and images transmitted by the DVD.

Example 2:

Based on the example 1, the DVD is playing , if a VCR is connected to the VCR input (audio + video) of the receiver, press the SOURCE buttons on the main unit repeatedly until VCR is selected or press AUX 1 (VCR) on the remote control. The image and sound from the VCR source will replace the DVD.

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Operating your Receiver

You can connect up to 6 audio/video sources to this amplifier:

Source button Corresponding connector (receiver front panel) (receiver back panel)

- DVD DVD IN (audio / video)

- SAT SAT IN (audio / video)

- TV TV IN (audio only)

- VCR VCR IN/OUT (audio / video)

- CD CD IN (audio only)

- TAPE TAPE IN/OUT (audio only)

- FM/AM built-in

An arrow points to the source name selected shown on the display.

Example: Press DVD to select DVD as the source to the amplifier.

Using the Remote to Control Additional Components

You can use your remote to control most of RCA branded VCRs, satellites, cable boxes or TVs. Press the corresponding source button on the remote control to operate options on other components.

Volume Punchthrough

By default, the VOL+/VOL- and MUTE buttons will only control the receiver, regardless which mode (TV, VCR, etc) the receiver is in. By programming the volume punchthrough function, you can also control the volume of the TV.

To activate the volume punchthrough function, follow the procedures below:

1. Press and hold the VOL- button.

2. While holding down the VOL- button, press one of the source buttons to select the source where you want to control TV volume at. (DVD, TV, VCR or SAT•CABLE)

3. Continue holding down the VOL- button and press the TV button once.

4. Release all buttons.

You should now be able to control TV volume and mute at the selected device.

NOTE

1. Your receiver has a built in tuner. Just connect the appropriate antenna to the back of the receiver and you will be able to listen to radio stations. (See details in Tuner section)

2. Other sources can be connected to the above standard source. Example: you can connect a LD into the DVD inputs.

3. Refer to the "Connecting To Audio-Visual Components" section for details on connection.

HINT

If batteries are removed from the battery compartment of the remote control, the volume and mute control in all source modes will be the receiver volume and mute conrol except in TV mode.

NOTE

Controlling the TV volume can be done in any non-Tuner modes.

NOTE

Volume punchthrough can be done in all non-Tuner modes.

NOTE

The remote control can only operate RCA brand products.

HINT

To return to controlling receiver volume and mute again, follow the steps above but press TUNER instead of TV in step 3.

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Operating your Receiver

Using the receiver to play a source

After having properly connected a source (DVD, CD, VCR) to the receiver, you can partly control them through the receiver.

Playing a DVD with the receiver

1. Connect a DVD player to the receiver (see connecting your receiver for details).

2. Press ON/STANDBY on the main unit or press ON•OFF on the remote control to switch on the receiver.

3. Press the SOURCE buttons on the main unit or DVD•6 CH on the remote control to select the DVD source.

4. Switch ON the DVD player and start playback.

5. Switch ON your TV.

6. Select the appropriate A/V channel on the TV (refer to your TV manual for details) until the image from the DVD player is displayed.

7. Set the sound Mode if needed (see "Advanced sound control" for details).

Example 1:

To play Dolby Prologic II Movie sound

Press the SURROUND buttons until "Dolby PL II MOVIE" appears on the Display and all of the speaker'’ icons light up.

Example 2:

LD: You may need to select a different Audio Channel on your LD (refer to your LD player manual).

8. Adjust the volume knob accordingly.

NOTE

To play Dolby Digital sound, the source must be connected to the receiver via the optical or coaxial terminal

NOTE

To receive VCR signal for recording, you must connect analog output from DVD/CD/SAT/TV to the analog input of the receiver.

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Operating your Receiver

Operating the Radio

The receiver has a built-in tuner that allows for AM/FM radio function.

Manual tuning

1. Connect the FM and AM antenna accordingly (see "Connecting the Antenna" on page 5 section for details)

2. Press ON/STANDBY on the main unit or ON•OFF on the remote control to switch on the receiver.

3. Press the SOURCE buttons on the main unit until the tuner mode is selected or press TUNER on the remote control.

4. To select between FM and AM band, press the TUNER button repeatedly.

5. Tune to a station by pressing TUNER - or TUNER + repeatedly until the desired station is found.

Automatic Tuning

Press and hold TUNER - or TUNER + for about one

second to activate the automatic SEARCH function. The receiver will automatically tune frequencies until it finds a station.

Select a sound effect if needed by pressing the SURROUND button. (see "Advance sound section" for details).

Selecting Mono or Stereo Sound

Press the ST•MONO button on the remote control to toggle between mono and stereo sound in FM tuner mode (when available).

NOTE

1. If there is interference, move the location of the antenna until the optimal sound is heard. TV and other electronic devices could be the cause of interferences so try to position the antenna away from them.

2. Weak signal can affect the "auto Search function". Adjust the antenna for better reception and for a more efficient search.

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Operating your Receiver

Storing radio stations

The receiver can store up to 40 radio stations in memory. You can enter every single radio station yourself or the receiver can store all available radio stations automatically in an ascending order.

Automatic preset storing : (FM only)

1. In Tuner mode, select the FM band by pressing TUNER on the remote control.

2. Press and hold the TUNER button on the remote control for 3 seconds. “MEMORY” will be displayed in red and will blink during the automatic storing process.

Radio frequencies will be scanned and radio stations will be stored automatically. When all available radio stations are stored or if all 40 memory locations are full, the auto preset will stop.

Manual preset

1. Select FM or AM band by pressing TUNER repeatedly.

2. Tune to the radio station to be stored. (see "Manual tuning" on page 16 above for details)

3. Press the SAVE button on the remote control. "MEMORY" will flash and a preset number will be shown on the display.

4. While MEMORY is still flashing on the display, press CH or CH on the remote control to select the desired preset memory location.

5. Press the SAVE button on the remote control to store frequency in selected preset location.

6. Repeat steps 1-5 to store other frequencies.

Retrieving preset stations

1. Press TUNER on the remote control to select tuner mode.

2. Press the PRESET buttons on the main unit or the CH

or CH buttons on the remote control to

select the preset station.

NOTE

A Weak signal can affect the "Automatic Preset Storing function" efficiency. Adjust the antenna for the best reception, and a more efficient search.

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Advanced Sound Control

Sound Enhancement Systems

This receiver is equipped with several built-in sound enhancement systems.

Dolby Digital

The Dolby Digital mode lets you enjoy full digital surround from software processed in the Dolby Digital format. Dolby Digital provides better sound quality and more powerful presence than conventional Dolby Surround.

This unit is equipped with Dolby Digital 5.1-channel so that you can enjoy enhanced full digital surround sound. Being different from Dolby Pro Logic in which only four channels ( Front Left, Front Right, Centre and Rear ) are used, the new system provides stereo separation of the rear speakers (Rear-Right, Rear-Left ). These 5 channels, together with the subwoofer channel for bass sounds (counted as 0.1 channel ), constitute as 5.1-Channel ( or 6 Channels ) Input for Dolby Digital that brings you the most sophisticated sound enjoyment.

Dolby Pro Logic II

The Pro Logic II mode uses the built-in circuit to steer the Left, Center, Right and Surround left and right channel audio signals and uses all five speakers to play both stereo and Dolby Pro Logic program source, such as TV and VCR. Dolby Pro Logic II includes Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, Dolby Pro Logic II Music and Dolby Pro Logic Emulation.

You can use this mode with any stereo program source (such as VCR/SAT) to enjoy multi-channel sound experience.

Dolby 3 Stereo

The 3 Stereo mode will redirect the Surround signals to the front left and right speakers when only the front and center speakers are used.

Stereo

The Stereo mode uses the two main channel outputs from the front speakers. Use this mode if you have connected the front speakers only.

DSP (Digital Sound Processor)

These digital sound effects resemble sounds in a real environment such as (DISCO / STADIUM / THEATER / JAZZ CLUB / ARENA). DSP automatically converts analog audio signals to digital ones which enables you to adjust the sound without degrading the sound quality. Different modes will give you different feels of size and types of listening environment.

Night Mode

By using Dynamic Range Control technology, you can enjoy enhanced Dolby Digital sound quality at night without interrupting your roommates or neighbors. Night Mode will compress the difference between normal voices and sounds such as explosions, while still enjoying a Dolby Digital enable component (DVD, SAT). Night Mode can be activated by pressing the NIGHT button on the remote control. DRC OFF (Default) appears on the display. While DRC OFF (Default) is still on the display, continue to press the NIGHT button to toggle and select the desired night mode. There are three modes (DRC OFF, SOFT, ON) for you to choose the extents of compression.

Listening

Zone

Listening

Zone

NOTE

Night mode is available only with Dolby Digital playback.

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Front Left Speaker

Center Speaker

Front Right Speaker

Front Left Speaker

Rear Left Speaker

Center Speaker

Front Right Speaker

Subwoofer

Rear Right Speaker

Advanced Sound Control

Dynamic Bass Amplified System (dBas)

With “Dynamic Bass Amplified System” (dBas), the discrete amplifier is located in the receiver so the subwoofer keeps the power needed to reproduce powerful effects. 4 settings are available: SOFT, BALANCED, STRONG and POWERFUL. Press the SUBWOOFER button to toggle the subwoofer (dBas) effects level according to your needs.

Fine Setting of the Components

The receiver can be directly turned on by pressing the

DVD•6CH / SAT•CABLE / TV / CD•TAPE / VCR / TUNER

buttons on the remote control, which also selects the best surround sound mode. The default surround modes for different components are listed in the table below. If you decide to change the surround mode, you can press the SURROUND button repeatedly to toggle among the different surround mode choices and select the one you want. DOLBY PL II MUSIC => DOLBY PL EMULATION => 3 STEREO => ARENA => JAZZ CLUB => THEATER => STADIUM => DISCO => STEREO => DOLBY PL II MOVIE

The receiver will keep the last selection in memory.

Input Signal Setting

The receiver defaults to the most convenient settings for your easiest use (see table).

If your connection is different from the default setting,

1. Select the source

2. Press the SETUP button to show setup options.

3. Press the Left or Right adjustment buttons until ANALOG is displayed.

4. Press the Up or Down arrow buttons to select among optical/ coaxial/ analog to match your connection. Your selection will be stored automatically.

The selected source and input source will be displayed on the display as long as they are active, except for some temporary change of display (e.g. adjusting volume).

Digital Input

Select this setting to play digital signals from a DVD, CD, LD player, SAT or TV.

Analog Input

Select this setting to play analog signals from a cassette deck, VCR or turntable.

Source/ If Digital Input (optical If Analog Input Input or coaxial) is selected is selected

DVD Dolby Digital PRO LOGIC SAT Dolby Digital PRO LOGIC VCR N/A PRO LOGIC TV Dolby Digital PRO LOGIC CD STEREO STEREO TAPE N/A STEREO TUNER N/A STEREO

DEFAULT INPUT (as seen on display)

Analog (SAT/ ANL) Analog (DVD/ ANL) Analog (CD/ ANL) Analog (VCR/ ANL) Built-in Tuner Analog (TAPE/ ANL) Analog (TV / ANL)

SOURCE

SAT DVD CD VCR FM/AM TAPE TV

NOTE

Digital input is only available for DVD, SAT, CD and TV

AVAILABLE INPUT

Analog / Optical / Coaxial Analog / Optical / Coaxial Analog / Optical / Coaxial Analog / - / Analog / - / Analog / Optical / -

SOURCE

SAT DVD CD VCR TAPE TV

NOTE

If linear PCM source (CD), format will be Dolby Prologic even with Digital Input.

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Advanced Sound Control

Fine Setting of the Speakers

All the basic settings have already been pre-set for the

speakers included in the box.

Also, to make the surround sound more effective and suit the acoustic conditions in your listening room, you may need to delay the signal coming from some of the speakers. Channel delay compensates for center or surround speakers that are closer to the listening position than the front speakers. You can make use of the SETUP button to adjust the speakers’ relative loudness.

Testing Speaker Loudness

You can listen to the loudness of the individual speakers.

1. Press and hold LEVEL on the remote control. A short noise will be heard in the speakers one by one. The speaker having the noise at that moment will be shown in the display.

2. To adjust the volume level of the test tone, turn the VOLUME knob or press the VOL Up or DOWN buttons on the remote control to adjust the master volume (if necessary).

Press LEVEL again and press the Up or Down buttons to adjust the individual channel noise level.

Adjust Individual Speaker Volume

1. To adjust individual speaker volume level, press the LEVEL key on the remote control.

2. Continue to press the LEVEL button on the remote control to select the channel to be adjusted, then press the Up or Down buttons to adjust the level.

You can adjust the master volume level by turning the VOLUME knob or press the VOL UP or DOWN buttons on the remote control.

Advanced Setting

Factory defaulted Advance setting indication from VFD

The receiver has defaulted the following distances:

Front speakers (FRNT) 15 ft Center speaker (CNTR) 15 ft Rear speaker (SURR) 10 ft

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Lch

L/S

Front

Left

Center

Cch

Front Right

Rch

R/S

Rear Left

Rear

Right

Advance Sound Control

Speaker Configurations

You can also change the setup of the speakers. Use a subwoofer to enjoy optimum sound.

• Speaker distance: For optimum surround experience measure the distance between the speaker and your favorite listening position.

1. Press the SETUP button to show setup options.

2. Press the Left or Right adjustment buttons until the speaker you want to change is displayed.

3. Press the Up or Down arrow buttons to change the speaker settings. Your selection will be stored automatically.

4. Repeat step 2 and 3 to set up the next speaker

5. When set up is done, wait for 5 seconds to automatically save your settings or press any key to save your selection and set up mode.

Displaying Program Formats

When a digital source starts playing, the receiver automatically switches to the proper surround mode and provides setting information via the speaker icons located on the right-hand side of the

display.

It is important to note, however, that not all Dolby Digital sources are encoded with the full complement of five channels plus LFE*. Speaker icons show how many and which speaker you have enabled (See “Fine Setting of the Speakers”) and the letters inside the speaker icons show which channel is present in the source information. For example, the diagram shown means you have all five speakers and subwoofer enabled and the digital sources you played have five channels plus LFE complemented.

* LFE stands for Low Frequency Effect. The indication “LFE” appears if the digital source contains LFE information. In this case, the bass signal will be delivered to the subwoofer, offering more dynamic deep bass sound effects. If the letter is flashing, the signal is

either too weak or just gone.

Center Speaker selection (CTR) YES / NO Surround Speaker selection (SURR) YES / NO Front Speaker distance (FRNT) 3-30 ft Centre Speaker distance (CNTR) 0-30 ft Rear Speaker distance (SURR) 0-30 ft

NOTE

By default, the Center and Surround Speakers are set to YES. If you decide not to use them, set the ones you do not intend to use to NO so the sound performance is not affected.

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LS RS

LFE

Troubleshooting Tips

Receiver/Tuner Operation

ST indicator is off.

• Adjust the antenna.

• Press GO BACK/ST.MONO button to insure you

are not outputting in mono.

The signal is Mono. Severe hum or noise.

• The signal is too weak. Connect an external antenna.

• Adjust Antenna

• Reposition Antenna away from any electronics.

There is interference to FM reception.

• Turn off other electrical units (e.g. DVD, CD player)

near the receiver.

Remote Control Operation

The remote control does not operate the unit.

• Another source mode is selected on the remote. Press

the correct Source Button.

• No batteries installed. (included with your system)

Install the batteries before attempting to operate the remote. Be sure to match the + and - ends of each battery to the symbols shown in the remote battery compartment.

• The batteries are weak. Replace all batteries.

• The remote is not pointed at the remote control

sensor on the main unit or there is an obstacle between the remote and the main unit.

• The remote control is too far from the main unit,

move closer.

Remote loses Programmed codes.

• Weak batteries, replace batteries.

Remote forgets what source was selected.

• Weak batteries, replace batteries.

General

No audio.

• Make sure the speakers are connected.

• Check the input connections.

• Check the power cord connections.

• Make sure the MUTE signal on the front panel is off.

• Make sure the digital setting (optical, coaxial or analog) is correct.

• Check that the headphone is not inserted.

No audio from one channel.

• Check the speaker level setting.

• Check the speaker wire or external source cable

connections.

Noise occurs when the TV is turned on.

• The TV is too close to the audio system.

Specific instruments sound displaced.

• Check the connections between the receiver and the speakers if the sound does not match the video.

• Check if the video and audio cable are correctly inserted.

TAPE OUT and REC OUT do not operate in VCR mode.

• Check to make sure analog input signal is connected from the signal source to the analog input jacks.

•In VCR mode, VCR OUT will be muted.

• In TAPE mode, TAPE OUT will be muted.

Cleaning the Exterior

Disconnect the system from AC power before cleaning the exterior of the system with a soft dust cloth, or with a slightly damp leather chamois. Never use strong solvents.

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Care and 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.

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 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.

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 touch the player with wet hands. If any liquid enters the player cabinet, take the player to a trained technician for inspection.

• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping and splashing.

Headset safety

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

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

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

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

Equipment Specifications:

AMPLIFIER SECTION:

RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode with 10% Total Harmonic Distortion Front and Rear Channels: 55 Watts each Channel (1KHz, 6 Ohm) Center Channel: 90 Watts (1KHz, 3 Ohm) Subwoofer Channel: 90 Watts (100Hz, 3 Ohm) Total RMS Output Power, Dolby Digital mode : 400 W

FTC Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode with 10% Total Harmonic Distortion Front Channels (L and R ): 45 Watts per Channel (1KHz, 6 Ohm) Rear Channels (L and R): 45 Watts per Channel (1KHz, 6 Ohm) Center Channel: 90 Watts (1KHz, 3 Ohm) Subwoofer Channel: 90 Watts (80Hz, 3 Ohm) Total FTC Output Power, Dolby Digital mode: 360 Watts

Muting Attenuation: 65dB Frequency Response: 20kHz /-3dB, 1kHz ref. Subwoofer Frequency Response: 10 Hz / -3db, 80Hz ref. Signal to Noise Ratio: 65dB (Dolby digital mode) Video Signal to Noise Ratio from 40 dB to 60dB

VIDEO SECTION:

Input ( Sensitivity/ Impedance ):1Vp-p/ 75ohm Output (Level/ Impedance): 1Vp-p/ 75 ohm Frequency Response: 10Hz to 6MHz at +/- 3dB

AM TUNER SECTION:

Frequency Response: 2kHz +/-6dB, 1kHz ref. Usable Sensitivity: 800uV/m @ S/N 20dB Signal to Noise: 38dB IF Rejection: 35dB

FM TUNER SECTION:

Frequency Response: 15kHz +/-3dB, 1kHz ref. Quieting: 24dBu Signal to Noise: 60dB(stereo) / 65dB(mono) IF Rejection: 50dB

Dimensions (H x W x D inch) :

Unit - 3.7 x 16.9 x 14 Front and Surround Speakers - 6.1 x 3.1x 3.5 Center Speaker - 2.7 x 9.8 x 33.3 Subwoofer - 12.4 x 6.3 x 14

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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

• 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.

• 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.

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 PAR TICULAR 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.

• 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 Canada.

• 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.

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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RCA RT2380, RT2380BK User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual