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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
For Your Safety
Technical Information
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
The AC power plug is polarized
Product: Portable CD Radio
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
(one blade is wider than the
Brand: RCA
accept any interference received, including
Model: RCD029/RCD030
other) and only fits into AC power
interference that may cause undesired
outlets one way. If the plug won't
operation.
go into the outlet completely, turn
Electrical
In accordance with FCC requirements, changes
the plug over and try to insert it
or modifications not expressly approved by
Consumption
the other way. If it still won't fit, contact a
Thomson Inc. could void the user's authority
qualified electrician to change the outlet, or use a
to operate this product.
Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz
different one. Do not attempt to bypass this
This device generates and uses radio
Power Consumption: 15 Watts
safety feature.
frequency (RF) energy, and if not installed and
used properly, this equipment may cause
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CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
interference to radio and television reception.
Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
If this equipment does cause interference to
C.V.
FULLY INSERT.
radio or television reception (which you can
Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13.
determine by turning the equipment off and
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on), try to correct the interference by one or
Have a Blast-Just Not in your
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more of the following measures:
eardrums!
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• Reorient the receiving antenna (that is, the
Make sure you turn down the
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antenna for the radio or television that is
volume on the unit before you
"receiving" the interference).
put on headphones. Increase
• Move the unit away from the equipment
the volume to the desired level
only after headphone are in
that is receiving interference.
place.
• 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.
Before You Begin
General Controls
Useful Advice
Top View
Battery Power
• Do not use your system immediately after
You can insert 6 C-sized alkaline batteries (not
BAND AM/FM - Selects AM or FM band .
transporting it from a cold place to a warm
supplied) and you can take your stereo just about
place, as condensation may cause the system
TUNING - Selects radio frequency.
anywhere.
to malfunction. If moisture forms inside this
• Open the battery compartment door on the
SELECTION (
system, it may not operate properly. To correct
bottom of the unit by pressing down on the tab
OFF) - Selects operation mode. To
the problem, turn off the power and wait
and pulling out the cover.
switch off the unit, select OFF.
about 30 minutes for moisture to evaporate.
• Before inserting the batteries, observe the
• This system is fitted with a laser. To avoid
polarities (that is, + and -) of the battery, then
PROGRAM - Enters CD program
accidents, it is to be opened by qualified
relate the polarities to the engraved diagram
mode.
technicians only.
located on the battery compartment door. Insert
• Never leave the tray open as dust could
MODE - Selects playback modes.
batteries in the battery compartment.
cover the laser lens and/or the tray could be
BASS - Turns bass boost on and off.
bumped into accidentally.
Note that the AC line cord must be
• Do not place the system near wet areas such
unplugged from the jack on the back of the
VOL. - Adjusts volume.
as bathrooms and pool side. Avoid storing the
unit to operate on batteries.
system at humid places or near abnormally
PUSH TO OPEN - Push to open the mp3
heated areas.
device storage compartment door. Push the
• Power is continuously supplied to the
Important Battery Information
door to close it.
system. To disconnect power completely,
unplug the power cord from the power
• Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you
outlet.
do not use your system for more than one month.
• Ensure minimum distance around the
• Discard leaky batteries immediately as leaking
apparatus for sufficient ventilation.The
batteries may cause skin burns or other personal
ventilation should not be impeded by
injuries. Dispose of batteries in the proper
covering the ventilation openings with items,
manner, according to provincial and local
such as newspaper, etc.
regulations.
• No naked flame source, such as lighted
• Any battery may leak electrolyte under the
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
Front View
following circumstances:
• Attention should be paid to enviornment
- if mixed with a different battery type,
aspects of battery disposal.
- if inserted incorrectly,
REW - In CD mode - goes back to the previous
- if all batteries are not replaced at the same time,
track or searches backward.
AC Power
- if disposed of in fire, or
PLAY/PAUSE - Starts and pauses playback.
- if an attempt is made to charge a battery not
intended to be recharged
F.FWD - In CD modes - goes to the next track
Plug the power supply cord into the AC power
• Be sure to remove batteries when storing the
or searches forward.
jack on the back of the unit, and into an AC
set for more than 30 days. Leaky batteries can
power supply outlet that accepts the plug
badly damage the system. Be sure to dispose of
STOP - In CD modes - stops playback.
supplied with your unit.
leaky, weak or dead batteries properly according
PUSH TO OPEN - Opens disc tray. Push the
to federal, state, and local regulations. To prevent
disc tray to close it.
injury or damage, do not reverse batteries and do
not mix battery type.
CD Playback
Troubleshooting Tips
Creating Programs
Displaying and Editing
Problem
Programs
System doesn't turn
on
•
Press PROGRAM repeatedly to recall and
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display program. Program position shows
No sound
first, followed by track number.
• The unit can program up
to 20 normal audio CD
•
While track number is displayed, press REW
tracks.
Poor radio
or F.FWD to edit track number. Press
reception
PROGRAM to store newly selected track.
CD doesn't play
Deleting Programs
Press STOP in CD stop mode to delete all the
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stored tracks.
In program mode, RANDOM
playback cannot be selected.
CD sound skips
Tips:
Tips:
Tips:
Tips:
Tips:
Opening the CD compartment
No sound in
1. In CD stop mode, press PROGRAM to
door or switching mode will
mode
enter program mode.
delete all the stored tracks.
The PROGRAM icon flashes on the
display. "P01" (first program position)
ESD Remark:
shows briefly on the display followed by
"00" flashing.
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In case of misfunction due to electrostatic discharge just reset the product (disconnect and reconnect
of the power source may be required) to resume normal operation.
2. Press REW or F.FWD to select the track to
The unit remains in
be stored.
program mode once
3. Press PROGRAM to store the selected
programming track is done.
track.
4. Repeat step 2 and 3 to continue
programming.
5. Press PLAY/PAUSE in program mode to
start program playback.
Important Information
Safety Precautions
For Your Records
•
Never open the cabinet under any
In the event that service should be required, you
circumstances. Any repairs or internal
may need the model number. In the space below,
adjustments should be made only by a
record the date and place of purchase:
trained technician.
Model No.
• Never operate this product with the
Date of Purchase
cabinet removed.
Place of Purchase
• Do not use your System immediately after
transporting it from a cold place to a
warm place, as condensation may cause
Service Information
the system to malfunction.
• Keep your unit away from humid areas
and abnormally hot places.
This product should be serviced only by those
• Do not touch the player with wet hands.
specially trained in appropriate servicing
If any liquid enters the player cabinet,
techniques. For instructions on how to obtain
take the player to a trained technician
service, refer to the warranty included in this
for inspection.
Guide.
• This compact disc player uses a laser to
read the music on the disc. The laser
mechanism corresponds to the cartridge
and stylus of a record player. Although
this product incorporates a laser pick-up
lens, it is completely safe when operated
according to directions.
• Discs rotate at high speed inside the
player. Do not use damaged, warped, or
cracked discs.
• Do not touch the pick-up lens which is
located inside the disc compartment. To
keep dust from collecting on the pick-up
lens, do not leave the compartment door
open for an extended period of time. If
the lens becomes dirty, clean it with a
CAUTION
soft brush, or use an air blower brush
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
designed for camera lenses.
DO NOT OPEN
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to
T H E
L I G H T N I N G
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
THE EXCLAMATION
FLASH AND ARROW-
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
POINT WITHIN THE
dripping or splashing and that no objects
HEAD WITHIN THE
D O N O T R E M O V E C O V E R
T R I A N G L E I S A
T R I A N G L E I S
A
( O R B A C K ) . N O U S E R -
WARNING
SIGN
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
W A R N I N G
S I G N
S E RV I C E A B L E PA R T S I N -
ALERTING YOU OF
placed on the apparatus.
ALERTING YOU OF
S I D E . R E F E R S E RV I C I N G
I M P O R T A N T
" D A N G E R O U S
T O Q U A L I F I E D S E R V I C E
I N S T R U C T I O N S
•
No naked flame sources, such as lighted
VOLTAGE" INSIDE
A C C O M PA N Y I N G
PERSONNEL.
THE PRODUCT.
T H E
P R O D U C T.
candles, should be placed on the
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
apparatus.
•
Attention should be drawn to the
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL
environmental aspects of battery disposal.
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Display
Back View
AC ~ IN - Insert the power cord here.
Antenna - Extend the antenna for better radio
reception.
/ CD/ RADIO/
Bottom View
OPEN - Push and slide to lift up the battery
compartment door.
1. Program mode is activated.
2. Repeat mode is activated.
3. Shuffle mode is activated.
4. Playback in progress.
5. Radio frequency unit.
Sound Feature
GEFAHR EINES
ELEKTRISCHEN SCHLAGS
Bass Boost System
Press BASS to turn the digital bass boost
system on and off.
Maintenance
Cleaning the exterior
Solution
•
Disconnect the system from AC power
• Unplug the unit for a moment, and then plug it back in.
before cleaning the exterior of the unit
• Check the outlet by plugging in another device
with a soft dust cloth
• Adjust volume setting.
•
Clean the exterior with a soft clean cloth
• Make sure you've selected the correct function
or slightly moistened chamois leather. DO
NOT use solvents as it may cause damage
• Adjust the antenna for better reception
to the unit.
• Try turning off electrical appliances near the unit, such as hair dryers,
vacuum cleaners, or fluorescent lights
Handling CDs
• Make sure you've put a CD in the tray
• Make sure the CD's label is facing up
•
Do not touch the signal surfaces. Hold
• Try another CD
CDs by the edges, or by one edge and
• Make sure that Pause mode is not activated
the hole.
• Make sure CD function is selected
•
Do not affix labels or adhesive tapes to
• Clean the CD (as explained in "Maintenance")
the label surfaces. Do not scratch or
• Check CD for warping, scratches, or other damage
damage the label.
•
CDs rotate at high speeds inside the
• Ensure volume of the mp3 player is turned up.
player. Do not use damaged (cracked or
warped) CDs
•
Make sure CDs are stored in their original
case after use. Keep them away from
damp, humid or abnormally heated
places.
Cleaning CDs
•
Dirty CDs can cause poor sound quality.
Always keep CDs clean by wiping them
gently with a soft cloth from the inner
edge toward the outer perimeter.
The descriptions and characteristics in this owner's manual are for the purpose of general reference only and
not as a guarantee. In order to provide you with the highest quality product, we may make changes or
modifications without prior notice. The English version serves as the final reference on all product and
operational details should any discrepancies arise in other languages.
•
Minimum distances around the apparatus
for sufficient ventilation.
•
The ventilation should not be impeded by
covering the ventilation opening with items,
such as newspaper, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
•
The rating plate is located at the bottom
cabinet of apparatus.
IMPORTADOR
Headset Safety
Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V.
Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13.
• Do not play your headset at high volume.
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Hearing experts warn against extended
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high-volume play.
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• If you experience ringing in your ears,
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reduce volume or discontinue use.
• You should use with extreme caution or
temporarily discontinue use in potentially
hazardous situations.
• Even if your headset is an open-air designed
to let you to hear outside sounds, do not
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turn up the volume so high that you are
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unable to hear what is around you.
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Indianapolis, IN 46206 - 1976
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Trademark(s) ® Registered
This product should only be used for the
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purposes for which it is sold, that is,
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entertainment, violating no copyright law. Any
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attempts to use this product for unintended
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purposes are unlawful and therefore not
condoned by Thomson.
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Radio
Selecting Radio Mode
Slide the SELECTION switch to RADIO
position to turn on the radio.
Selecting Radio Band
Slide the BAND AM/FM switch to select FM or
AM band.
Tuning to a station
Turn the TUNING knob to select radio
frequencies.
6. In CD mode - displays track information.
In radio mode - displays radio frequency.
7. Radio band.
8. AUX mode is selected for connecting with mp3
mp3 Input
player.
Connecting mp3 Player
Selecting mp3 Input
Slide the SELECTION switch to
position.
Open the mp3 storage compartment by pushing
An mp3 player icon shows on the display.
PUSH TO OPEN on the top of the player. Insert
the audio cable into the mp3 player's headphone
jack and start playback of the mp3 player. Close
the storage compartment.
Tips:
Tips:
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Tips:
Tips:
Adjust volume by turning
VOL.
VOL
VOL
VOL
VOL
Control other playback operations on
the mp3 player.
•
If a CD becomes dirty, wet a soft cloth in
water, wring it out well, wipe the dirt away
gently, and then remove any water drops
with a dry cloth.
•
Do not use record cleaning sprays or
antistatic agents on CDs. Also, never clean
CDs with benzene, thinner, or other volatile
solvents which may cause damage to disc
surface.
CD Lens Care
•
When your CD lens gets dirty it can also
cause the system to output poor sound
quality. To clean the lens you will need to
purchase a CD lens cleaner which can
maintain the output sound quality of your
system. For instructions on cleaning the CD
lens, refer to the ones accompanying the lens
cleaner.
Technical Specification
Power supply: 120V~60Hz
Dimensions ( H x W x D mm):
Unit size - 155 x 336 x 222
Weight: 1.87 kg
CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB):
60Hz to 20 kHz
Rating Plate: Look for it at the bottom of the set.
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EN/F/E
It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time.
CD Playback
Selecting CD Mode
Playback Mode
Slide the SELECTION switch to CD position.
In CD mode, press MODE repeatedly to select
among the following playback modes with icons
Tips:
Tips:
Tips:
Tips:
Tips:
show on the display :
Extend or reposition the antenna for
Loading Music
•
REPEAT (flashes) - Repeats current track.
better FM reception. Rotate the unit
for better AM reception.
Press the PUSH TO OPEN button on the unit
•
REPEAT - Repeats all tracks.
front to slide disc tray out. Place a disc on
•
- Random playback.
the disc tray with the label side facing up
and then push the disc tray back in.
•
No icon - Normal playback.
Playing and Pausing
1. In stop mode, press PLAY/PAUSE to
begin playback.
The
icon is displayed.
2. During playback, press PLAY/PAUSE to
pause playback. Press again to resume.
The
icon flashes in pause mode.
Skipping and Searching
1. Press REV or F.FWD to skip to the
previous or next track respectively.
2. Press and hold REV or F.FWD to search
quickly current track backward or
forward respectively.
Stoping Playback
Press STOP to stop playback.
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