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IMPORTADOR
Comercializadora Thomson de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 57
Col. Ampliacion Granada
C.P. 11529 Mexico D.F.
Telefono: (55)25 81 53 20
RFC: CTM-980723-KS5
EXPORTER
Thomson multimedia Inc.
P.O. Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206-1976
© 2002 Thomson multimedia Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)
Marque(s) ® Deposee(s)
55392950 (EN/F/E)
www.rca.com
www.rca.com/LatinAmerica
Printed In China / Impreso en China
RSEblD
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.
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 unde¬
sired operation.
In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or
modifications not expressly approved by Thomson
multimedia Inc. could void the user's authority to
operate this product.
This device generates and uses radio frequency (RF)
energy, and if not installed and used properly, this
equipment may cause interference to radio and televi¬
sion 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 anten¬
na 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/tel¬
evision technician for additional suggestions. Also, the
Federal Communications Commission has prepared a
helpful booklet, "Flow 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 manu¬
facture.
Technical specification
Product: 5CD Audio System
Brand: RCA
Model: RS2610
Electrical Consumption:
Power Supply: 120V / 240V
60Hz/50Hz
Power consumption: 500 Watts
IMPORTER
Comercializadora Thomson de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 57
Col. Ampliacion Granada
C.P. 11529 Mexico D.F.
Telefono: (55)25 81 53 20
RFC: CTM-980723-KS5
For Your Safety
The AC power plug is polarized
(one blade is wider than the other)
and only fits into AC power outlets
oneway. 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 elec¬
trician 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.
Have a Blast- Just Not in Your
Eardrums
Make sure you turn down
the volume on the unit /,
before you put on head- /
phones. Increase the volume
to the desired level only after
headphones are in place.
A
[risk of electricSHOCK l
DO NOT OPEN
A
THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROW¬
HEAD 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 USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS IN¬
SIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
WARNING: to prevent fire or electrical
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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| For Your Records
Service Information
i In the event that service should be required, you may
j need both the model number and the serial number,
i In the space below, record the date and place of pur-
; chase, and the serial number:
; Model No.
i Remote Control No.
; Date of Purchase
; Place of Purchase
; Serial No.
This product should be serviced only by those special¬
ly trained in appropriate servicing techniques. For
instructions on how to obtain service, refer to the
warranty included in this Guide.
Contents
FCC Information
Safety Information
Getting Started
Unpacking the System.2
Back View .2
Using the FM and AM
Antennas.2
Connecting the Speakers.. .2
Installation.2
Controls & Indicators
Main Unit .3
Remote Control .4
Installing Batteries.4
Display Settings
Showing the Demonstration
.5
Display Clock/Timer .5
Setting the Clock.5
Setting the Timer .5
Activating the Timer.5
Adjusting the Display
Brightness .5
Sleep Mode .5
Sound Features
Using Preset Equalizer Curves
.6
Creating a Custom Curve .6
Bass Boost .6
Muting Audio .6
X-Surround .6
CD Player
Notes on CD-R/CD-RW Disc .6
Loading Discs .6
Playing Discs .6
Skipping a Disc .7
Searching through a CD ..7
Shuffling the Play Order . .7
Sampling Tracks.7
Repeat .7
Setting Up a CD program . .7
Playing a Program List... .7
Displaying the Program list
.7
Deleting a Program List . .7
Tuner
Selecting Tuner.8
Tuning to a Station .8
Using Presets .8
Auto Preset Program
(for FM only).8
Setting Presets .8
Suppressing Stereo Signal ..8
Tape Player
Playing a Tape .9
Continuous Play .9
Recording .9
From Tuner.9
From CD .9
Tape to Tape .9
From an Auxiliary Input ..9
Troubleshooting Tips
....10
Maintenance
Cleaning .
.11
CD Player.
.11
Tape Player .
.11
Handling CDs.
.11
Cleaning CDs.
.11
CD Lens Care.
.11
12
More Information
Safety Precautions .12
Important Battery
Information.12
Fleadset Safety .12
Don't Infringe.
Technical Specification .
. .12
..12
Limited Warranty
(U.S.) .
.13
Limited Warranty
(Canada) .
,15
Getting Started
Unpacking the system:
You should have the following:
• one main unit (with 2 main speakers);
• one remote control;
• one FM antenna wire;
• one AM loop antenna;
• one user's guide;
• one safety leaflet;
• Owner and registration Card
Connecting the Speakers
Match the red wire (on the left speaker) to red
terminal for the left speaker (L) on the back of
the unit and the black wire (on the left speak¬
er) to the black terminal for left speaker (L).
Follow the same procedure to connect the
right (R) speaker.
Antenna and Speaker Wire Connection
Back View
1. FM Antenna
2. AM Loop Antenna Jack
3. AUX IN Connector
4. Surround Speaker Jacks
5. Main Speaker Jacks
6. Voltage Selector
Using the FM and AM Antennas
Before you use your audio system, you'll want
to make sure the FM antenna is 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.
Push terminal tab down to Release tab to lock wire in
insert wire. the terminal.
NOTE: Make sure the insulation is completely removed from the
ends of the Antenna and speaker wires at all connection
points.
Installation
To ensure sufficient ventilation, keep the spacings
shown below free from other surfaces:
2 inches
4 inches
Side View
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Controls and Indicators
Main Unit
STANDBY / POWER —Turns power on or off
(Standby mode).
Tip: In STANDBY mode (press
STANDBY/POWER off), the system displays the
time. Press STANDBY/POWER to turn the sys¬
tem on in the previously used mode. Press CD,
TAPE, TUNER, or AUX (Remote only) to select the
corresponding mode. Look at the display icons to
identify the current mode.
PROG./SET - Enters program or set¬
ting mode for CD & tuner mode.
DISC SKIP — Skips to the next CD
in the tray.
RECORD - Starts tape recording.
BAND / DECK 1/2 /AUTO PROG. —
Changes among tuner bands;
enters auto-preset program in FM
mode; switches between deck 1
and 2 on cassette player.
DISCI - DISCS —Selects disc 1,2,
3,4, or 5 and start playback auto¬
matically.
OPEN/CLOSE — Opens or closes
the disc tray.
■ STOP/TUNE/PRESET —Stops
CD track and tape operations;
selects tune or presets mode.
►► SKIP FORWARD —
Increments radio frequency,
preset up, CD tracks or fast
forward tape.
I-M-M SKIP BACKWARD —
Decrements radio frequency, pre¬
set down, CD tracks or rewind
tape.
► 11 PLAY/PAUSE — Plays or pauses CD and tape.
BASS BOOST — Turns bass boost on or off.
EQ CONTROLS (ROCK / CLASSIC, CUSTOM/FLAT,
POP / JAZZ) - selects among the different preset EQ
options.
X-SURROUND —Turns X-Surround on or off.
VOLUME — Increases/ decreases volume.
PHONES — Jack for connecting headphones.
SOURCE — Selects the CD player/ tuner/ tape player/
external source.
DIMMER / DEMO — Turns the feature demonstra¬
tion on or off; adjusts display contrast.
TIMER — Enters timer setting mode; turns timer
on/off.
CLOCK — Shows clock time and enters clock setting
mode.
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ntrols and Indicators
Remote Control
POWER —Turns the power on and off from Standby mode.
CD — Selects CD player.
TUNER — Selects radio tuner.
TAPE — Selects tape player.
AUX • —Selects external input.
EQ- Selects equalizer presets.
B.BOOST — Turns on or off Bass Boost.
X-SURROUND — Activates SURROUND.
VOL+ or VOL — Increases/decreases volume.
PLAY/PAUSE — Plays and Pauses the CD or tape.
►w NEXT/FWD — In CD mode - Increments CD track and setting
options; searches forward through CD;
In Tuner mode - Tunes up radio frequency;
In Tape mode - Fast forwards tape.
M* PREV/REV — In CD mode - Decrements CD track and setting
options; searches backward through CD;
In Tuner mode - Tunes down radio frequency
In Tape mode - Rewinds tape.
RECORD — Starts tape recording.
STOP — Stops CD playback, tape playback and tape recording.
REPEAT — Repeats a track, CD, or all CDs.
MUTE — Mutes volume.
SHUFFLE — Turns on/off random listening;
FM ST. —Toggles between FM stereo and mono.
DISC SKIP — Skips to next CD.
INTRO — Turns INTRO mode on or off to play the first 10 seconds
of each track.
PRESET UP/DOWN — Selects next/ previous preset station.
SLEEP — Press to select the time interval in minutes before the
unit turns off.
Installing Batteries
The remote control must be inserted with 2 "AAA" or "R3" or
"UM 4" batteries prior to use. Follow the steps below to ensure
correct installation.
1. Open the battery compartment door (located at the back of the
remote control) by sliding the cover out.
2. Before inserting the batteries, observe the polarities (that is, +
and -) of the battery then relate the polarities to the engraved dia¬
gram inside the battery compartment. Now insert the batteries.
3. After installation of the batteries, place the lit to cover the bat¬
teries. Lightly push it closed with a snap.
Battery Size:
" or "UM-4" or ”R03"
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Showing the Demonstration
Not operational in CD mode. Press DEMO/DIMMER
to turn on/off demonstration mode. The demon¬
stration scrolls through all display operations.
Display Clock/Timer
Setting the Clock
1. Press and hold CLOCK until the hour flashes on
the display.
2. Press SKIP FORWARD ►► / SKIP
BACKWARD i-m to set the hour and then
press CLOCK to shift to minute digits.
3. Press SKIP FORWARD ►► / SKIP
BACKWARD ■** to set the minute.
4. Press PROG./SET to save settings and STOP ■
to quit setting.
Note:
• When system is ON, you can press CLOCK to
display the current time for about 2 seconds.
• Clock cannot be set in FM Mode.
Setting the Timer
1. Press and hold TIMER until the ON and the hour
flash on the display ( ON - timer on time).
2. For setting time, press SKIP FORWARD ►*- /
SKIP BACKWARD m-« to set the hour and
then press TIMER to shift to minute digits.
3. Press SKIP FORWARD ►► / SKIP
BACKWARD m-< to set the minute.
4. Press TIMER to change to OF (timer off time)
with hour flashing. Repeat steps 2 & 3 for timer off
time setting.
5. Press TIMER for source selection.
6. Press SKIP FORWARD ►► ►*-! /SKIP BACK¬
WARD h-4 « to select between CD/TUNER/
TAPE/TUNER REC.
7. If Tuner or Tuner Rec is selected, press SKIP FOR¬
WARD ►► or SKIP BACKWARD m-< ■+*
to select the preset station to turn on to.
8. Press TIMER to set volume.
9. Turn the VOLUME knob to set desired volume
level.
10. Press PROG./SET to save settings or STOP* to
quit setting.
Activating the Timer
Press and release TIMER to turn on/off
the alarm. The alarm is active when the
clock icon indicator is lit.
©
Adjusting the Display Brightness
1. Press and hold
DEMO/DIMMER for
more than 2 seconds.
2. While the dimmer is dis¬
played, press and release DEMO /DIMMER to select
the desired level (DIMM 0 - 3).
Sleep Mode
You can select the time interval in minutes before
the unit turn off automatically. Press SLEEP on the
remote to select among OFF, 120, 90, 60,45, 30, 15
and 5 minutes. (Remote only)
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Sound Features
Using Preset Equalizer Curves
Press ROCK/CLASSIC, CUSTOM/FLAT, POP/JAZZ on
the main unit or EQ on the remote to toggle among
FLAT, ROCK, POP, JAZZ, CLASSIC & CUSTOM. The
display shows briefly the selection.
Creating a Custom Curve
1. Press CUSTOM/FLAT on the main unit or EQ on
the remote to select CUSTOM mode.
2. While "CUSTOM" is displayed, press SKIP FOR¬
WARD ►► ►►! /SKIPBACKWARD i-w or
PREV/REV / NEXT/FWD on the remote to cycle
among bass and treble range
levels.
3. While BAS or TRE is dis¬
played, turn the VOLUME
knob to set the associated
gain between -10 - +10.
CD PLAYER
CD-R/RW This unit is compatible with
CD-RW/ CD-R discs for play¬
back.
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.
BASS BOOST
Press BASS BOOST to turn on/off boosting the bass
frequency.
Muting Audio
Press MUTE on the remote
to cut the sound. (Remote
Only)
X- Surround
Press X-SURROUND to enjoy enriched sound quality.
This feature gives you:
1. Better width and depth for vocal and instrumental
sound.
2. More powerful presence for studio recording.
3. Enhanced surround effects with greater flexibility
in positioning speakers.
Loading Discs
1. Press SOURCE repeatedly to select CD mode.
2. Press OPEN/CLOSE — to open the drawer.
3. Insert up to five discs with label face up. (Press DISC
SKIP to rotate the disc carrier.)
4. Press OPEN/CLOSE ±. to close the drawer.
Loaded disc position icon lights.
Playing Discs
• Press PLAY/PAUSE ►!! to begin or pause play,
and STOP ■ to stop play.
• Select a specific disc by pressing DISC 1 - DISC 5.
• Press SKIP FORWARD ►► /SKIP
BACKWARD « to select a specific track.
Play and load simultaneously by:
1. Press OPEN/CLOSE — to open the tray while a CD
is playing
2. Load/change discs for available trays by pressing
DISC SKIP.
3. Press OPEN/CLOSE — to close the tray.
Skipping a Disc
Press DISC SKIP.
Searching Through a CD
Press and hold SKIP FORWARD ►► / SKIP
BACKWARD w* -*< to search through a CD
while it is playing.
Tip: While playing a CD, press and hold SKIP-
FORWARD or BACKWARD for more than 2
seconds to search through the CD.
Shuffling the Play Order
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 num¬
ber: - P:01," with flashing, prompts you for
the first track in the program list.
2. Press SKIP FORWARD ►► wi / SKIP
BACKWARD to select a track (press DISC
SKIP or DISC 1 - DISC 5 to select a track from a dif¬
ferent disc).
EN
Press SHUFFLE to turn on/off the playing of tracks in
random order. (Remote Only)
Sampling Tracks
Press INTRO to play the first 10 seconds of each track
on the current disc, all discs in the tray, or turn INTRO
mode off. (Remote Only)
Repeat
3. Immediately press PROG./SET to assign the
selected track to the program number. After 3
seconds, you are prompted for the next track in the
program list.
(In CD program mode, PROG icon will be lit.)
Playing a Program List
While in PROGRAM mode, press PLAY^ II to begin
program playback.
Press REPEAT to repeat the current track, current
disc, all discs, or turn REPEAT mode off. (Remote
Only)
Note: You may also press REPEAT to select 1 disc
or all discs before activating INTRO A SHUFFLE
functions
Displaying the Program List
1. While the CD player is stopped, press PROG./SET to
enter PROGRAM mode.
2. Press PROG./SET repeatedly to list each track
assignment in the program list.
Deleting Program List
While in program mode, press and hold STOP ■ for
5 seconds. The system displays the message CLEAR.
Tips:
• You can create a program of up to 32 tracks.
• Press CD DISPLAY repeatedly to view elapsed
track time, track number, track remain time
and disc remain time.
Caution: Do not push to force closing of the tray
during CD playback or tray opening.
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Selecting Tuner
1. Press SOURCE to select TUNER.
2. Press BAND to select between FM/AMradio band.
Tip; Your audio system has 32 preset stations.
Tuning to a Station
Press SKIP FORWARD
►►►►i /SKIP BACK¬
WARD l-W •**
to select frequencies.
Manually Setting Presets
1. Press TUNE/PRESET ■ to enter TUNE mode.
2. Press SKIP FORWARD ►► ►►! /SKIP BACK¬
WARD to access the desired frequency.
3. Press the PROG. SET button once.
4. The most recently accessed program location will
be displayed.
5. If a different program location is preferred, press
SKIP FORWARD ►► / SKIP BACKWARD
m to move to the desired preset number
(1-32).
6. Press PROG. SET to store the selected frequency at
that preset.
Using Presets
Suppressing Stereo Signal
The tuner can be either TUNE or PRESET mode.
When in PRESET mode, the PROG light is on.
• Press TUNE/PRESET ■ to toggle between Preset
and Tune mode.
• Press SKIP FORWARD
►► /SKIP BACK¬
WARD '-*« on the
main unit or PRESETUP/
DOWN 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 frequency will be dis¬
played. (FMPR:01 is FM preset 1)
Press FM ST to toggle between FM mono and stereo
for stereo FM stations. (Remote Only)
Auto Preset Programming (for FM only)
Press and hold BAND/DECK1/2/AUTO PROG, button
for 2 second to scan stations in the selected 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 but¬
ton, but the erased stations cannot be recovered.
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Playing a Tape
Tip: You can play a tape from either deck.
1. Press SOURCE repeatedly to select TAPE.
2. Press the cassette door to open it.
3. Insert a tape into the door and push the door
closed.
4. Press BAND/DECK 1/2 to select deck 1 or 2.
5. Press SKIP FORWARD ►► / SKIP BACK¬
WARD to position the tape to the desired
starting position.
6. Press PLAY Ml to begin playback.
Continuous Play
1. Press PRESET UP A on the remote control to
enable continuous play. "C" will appear before the
counter.
2. Insert cassette tapes into deck 1 and 2.
3. Press BAND/DECK 1/2 to select the deck to play
first.
4. Press PLAY Ml to begin continuous playback.
5. Press PRESET DOWN T to disable continuous play.
Tape Counter
You can keep track of tape position with the tape
counter. Press PROG, to reset.
Recording
From Tuner
1. Insert a tape into deck 1.
2. Press SOURCE repeatedly to select TUNER and to
access the desired radio band.
3. Tune to the station to be recorded.
4. Press RECORD to begin recording.
5. Press STOP" to end recording.
From CD
1. Insert a tape into deck 1.
2. Press SOURCE repeatedly to select CD.
3. Insert the disc(s) to be recorded.
4. Select the track, CD, or program to be recorded
and start playback.
5. Press RECORD to begin recording.
6. Press STOP ■ to end recording.
Tape to Tape
Synchronize Recording
1. Press BAND/DECK 1/2 to select tape 2.
2. Insert the destination tape in deck 1.
3. Insert the source tape into deck 2.
4. Press RECORD. The playback and recording start
simultaneously.
Normal Recording
1. Press BAND/DECK 1/2 to select tape 2.
2. Insert the destination tape in deck 1.
3. Insert the source tape into deck 2 and press
PLAY Ml to start playback.
4. Press RECORD when ready to record.
From an Auxiliary Input
1. Insert the cassette in deck 1.
2. Check that the auxiliary device has been connected
correctly to the AUX connector on the back of the
audio system.
3. Start playback on the auxiliary device.
4. Press RECORD to begin recording.
5.. Press STOP ■ to end recording.
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Problem
Solution
Problem
Solution
System will
• Check power cord for a secure
CD button
• Switch to another function (TAPE,
not turn on
connection.
will not
Tuner) and then back to CD.
• Unplug the unit for a moment, and
respond, or
then plug into power source again.
does not
• Check the outlet by plugging in
change
another device.
discs when
you press
No sound
• Increase the volume setting.
• Check connection to speakers.
DISC SKIP
• Check that you have selected the
appropriate function: CD, TAPE, Tuner.
Distorted or
• Inspect the tape head, clean it if nec-
• Make sure mute is off.
noisy tape
recordings
essary.
Poor radio
• Check antenna connection.
reception
• Move antenna.
Remote
• Check that the batteries are properly
• Turn off nearby electrical appliances,
control
installed.
such as hair dryer, vacuum cleaner,
does not
• Replace weak batteries.
microwave, fluorescent lights.
work
• Check the system is plugged into
power source.
CD does
• Check that CD is in the tray.
• Point the remote directly at the
not play
• Check that CD label is facing up.
system's front panel.
• Check that PAUSE mode is not on.
• Move closer to the system.
• Check that CD function is selected.
• Remove any obstacles between the
• Use CD lens cleaner.
• Clean the disc.
remote and the system.
CD sound
• Clean the disc.
skips
• 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.
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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.
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
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, periodical¬
ly 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.
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 perime¬
ter.
• 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 clean¬
er.
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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 transport¬
ing it from a cold place to a warm place, as condensa¬
tion may cause the system to malfunction.
• Keep your unit away from humid areas and abnor¬
mally hot places.
• Do not touch the player with wet hands. If any liq¬
uid 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 col¬
lecting on the pick-up lens, do not leave the compart¬
ment 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.
• To prevent damage to this product, set switch for
proper voltage.
• 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 bat¬
teries 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 follow¬
ing 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.
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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 vol¬
ume or discontinue use.
• You should use with extreme caution or temporar¬
ily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situa¬
tions.
Even if your headset is an open-air designed to let
you to hear outside sounds, do not turn up the vol¬
ume 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 there¬
fore not condoned by Thomson multimedia.
Technical Specification
Power supply: 120V / 240V - 60 Hz / 50Hz
Dimensions ( H x W x D inches):
Unit size -13 x 12 x 15.3
Speaker -13 x 9.5 x 11
Tape deck: Response curve: 125Hz-8kHz (-5dB)
CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB): 60Hz to 20 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 ver¬
sion serves as the final reference on all products and operational
details should any discrepancies arise in other languages.
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 com¬
mercial 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.
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 MER¬
CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR
WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL
CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF
THE CONSUMER. THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE¬
QUENTIAL 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 FIT¬
NESS 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 war¬
ranty. 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 with¬
in 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 com¬
mercial 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.
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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
PARTICULAR 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 war¬
ranty. Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
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