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FCC Information Getting Started

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Technical Specification Digital Connections NOTE Rules. Operation is subject to the following two Product: Audio Receiver Read instructions carefully when conditions: (1) This device may not cause user Brand: RCA connecting components to the receiver. The system is equipped with Dolby Digital, harmful interference, and (2) this device must Model: RT2390 accept any interference received, including and manufactured under License from manual Digital In Jacks can accept Dolby Digital (AC-3) Dolby Laboratories. interference that may cause undesired Electrical current consumption or PCM signals when compatible components operation. Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz are connected. In accordance with FCC requirements, changes Power consumption: 135 Watts or modifications not expressly approved by Thomson Inc. could void the user’s authority to IMPORTER operate this product. Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de This device generates and uses radio OPTICAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO) Optical Fiber Cable C.V. Connect to optical digital output of (RF) energy, and if not installed and used DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13. devices. properly, this equipment may cause Col. Roma. Delegación Cuauhtémoc SAT / DVD / CD Player / TV interference to radio and television reception. C.P. 06700. México, D.F. COAXIAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO) Dolby and the double-D symbol are Connect to coaxial digital output of If this equipment does cause interference to DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible Telefono: 52-55-11-020360 devices. registered trademarks of Dolby radio or television reception (which you can DVD / CD / SAT RFC: CTM-980723-KS5 COAXIAL OPTICAL Laboratories. 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 For Your Safety FM 75‰ GND AM LOOP 3‰ 6‰ Connecting for Power antenna for the radio or television that is The AC power plug is SUB CEN SR SL FR FL AUDIO INPUT L SPEAKERS R Make sure you connect all polarized (one blade is wider IN "receiving" the interference). SUBWOOFER COAXIAL OPTICAL AUDIO OUT DVD SAT TV VCR CD TAPE DIGITAL AUDIO • Move the unit away from the equipment than the other) and only fits your other electronic that is receiving interference. into AC power outlets one components and the speakers • Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so way. If the plug won’t go into before plugging your receiver that the unit and the equipment receiving the outlet completely, turn into the outlet. Plug the interference are on different branch circuits. the plug over and try to insert TV Connections power cord in the wall outlet, If these measures do not eliminate the it the other way. If it still won’t fit, contact a TVs with RF input may need a RF modulator matching the wide blade of interference, please consult your dealer or an qualified electrician to change the outlet, or (not included) for inputting audio signals. the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be IMPORTADOR experienced radio/television technician for use a different one. Do not attempt to bypass sure to insert the plug completely. this safety feature. Comercializadora Thomson de México, additional suggestions. S.A. de C.V. Also, the Federal Communications Commission CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, TV Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13. has prepared a helpful booklet, "How To MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE Using Col. Roma. Delegación Cuauhtémoc Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference SLOT, FULLY INSERT. To listen privately through C.P. 06700. México, D.F. Problems." This booklet is available from the RF cable your audio system, use the Telefono: 52-55-11-020360 U.S. PHONES jack on the receiver. RFC: CTM-980723-KS5 Government Printing Office, Washington, DC For Your Records However, make sure you turn 20402. Please specify stock number 004-000- In the event that service should be required, RF in RF out down the volume before you 00345-4 when ordering copies. you may need both the model number and the put on the headphones. This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR serial number. In the space below, record the Increase the volume to the Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of date and place of purchase, and the serial RF modulator desired level after manufacture. headphones are in place. number: EXPORTER Model No. Audio in Thomson Inc. CAUTION Remote Control No. Once headphones are connected, P. O . B o x 1976 RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Date of Purchase “HEADPHONE DOWN MIX 2 CHANNEL” will Audio cable Indianapolis, IN 46206 - 1976 DO NOT OPEN Place of Purchase scroll on display. This feature automatically © 2004 Thomson Inc. RT2390 THE LIGHTNING CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE THE EXCLAMATION FLASH AND ARROW- RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, POINT WITHIN THE Serial No. converts multi-channel speaker outputs to 2 Trademark(s) ® Registered HEAD WITHIN THE DO NOT REMOVE COVER TRIANGLE IS A Audio out channel stereo for your listening pleasure. TRIANGLE IS A (OR BACK). NO USER- WARNING SIGN Marca(s) Registrada(s) WARNING SIGN SERVICEABLE PARTS IN- ALERTING YOU OF Marque(s) Deposée It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time. ALERTING YOU OF SIDE. REFER SERVICING IMPORTANT 55984640 (EN) "DANGEROUS TO QUALIFIED SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS Service Information Hearing Comfort & Well-Being Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo. VOLTAGE" INSIDE PERSONNEL. ACCOMPANYING www.rca.com THE PRODUCT. THE PRODUCT. • Do not play your headset at a high volume. This product should be serviced only by those The diagram shown above may varies from your actual RF Printed in China / Impreso en China SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT specially trained in appropriate servicing modulator, please refer to your RF modulator manual. Hearing experts advise against continuous techniques. For instructions on how to obtain extended play. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL service, refer to the warranty included in this • If you experience a ringing in your ears, SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT reduce volume or discontinue use. TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Guide Connecting the Antennas The AM and FM antennas connect to the AM and FM terminals on the system’s back panel. Operating Your Receiver Operating Your Receiver Factory Setting They must be hooked up in order to receive The unit is preset to the following settings Getting Started clear reception. when you first power the receiver up right out 7. Adjustment Buttons TUNED Example 1: Volume Punchthrough of the box: • Press the Left or Right buttons to select •Tuner station detected. If you have connected a DVD player to the DVD AM Loop Antenna and FM Indoor Function = TUNER among setting items in setup mode: SLEEP, input on the receiver, press the SOURCE Unpacking the Receiver Set up and Maintenance of the Volume setting = 25 DIMMER, SPEAKER DISTANCE, SPEAKER NOTE Antenna L C R buttons on the main unit repeatedly until DVD You should recive the following items: Receiver & treble = 0 dB SETUP, and audio input source (ANALOG, is selected or press DVD•6CH on the remote 1. Uncoil the Antenna wire and locate the base LSLFE RS Volume punchthrough can be done in all • One receiver unit EQ - FLAT OPTICAL / COAXIAL). control to receive the and images Provide spaces for sufficient ventilation as end of the AM antenna. non-Tuner modes. • One pair of “AAA” batteries indicated: 2. Press down on the Antenna tab to open the Speaker settings: Center, surr = YES • Press the Up or Down buttons to adjust the • Speaker Icons. transmitted by the DVD. • One pig-tail antenna wire terminal. Subwoofer = STRONG values when the display shows the setup you L - Front left speaker • One external AM loop antenna 3. Inert the antenna wires into the terminal DRC = OFF want to change. C - Center speaker • One instruction book; 10 cm/4" and release the tabs to secure the wires in R - Front right speaker By default, the VOL+ / VOL- and MUTE buttons • One safety leaflet place. NOTE 8. SURROUND LS - Left surround (rear) speaker will only control the receiver, regardless which • One Quick Connection Guide Selects among surround settings: DOLBY RS - Right surround (rear) speaker mode (TV, VCR, etc) the receiver is in. 10 cm/ Front View 10 cm/ • One Remote Control 4" 4" STRONG SUBWOOFER setting makes the PL II EMULATION, DOLBY PL II MUSIC, DOLBY LFE - Subwoofer speaker By programming the volume punchthrough output level of subwoofer speaker to be PL II MOVIE, STEREO, , STADIUM, function, you can also control the volume of stronger than normal Dolby setting. Adjust THEATER, JAZZ CLUB, ARENA, 3 STEREO. SLEEP the TV. Unpacking The Speakers the SUBWOOFER setting by pressing the • Unit in Sleep mode. 9. EQUALIZER One set of speakers including: 10 cm/4" SUBWOOFER key to achieve the best bass Selects among preset equalizer modes. MEMORY NOTE • 1 set of left and right front speakers, performance. Example 2: (only available in stereo mode) •Unit is in Tuner Preset Station mode. • 1 centre speaker, 5 cm/ Based on the example 1, the DVD is playing , if 2" Side View Controlling the TV volume can be done in • 1 subwoofer and a VCR is connected to the VCR input of the Reset to Factory Settings 10. NIGHT KHz / MHz any non-Tuner modes. •1 set of left and right rear speakers receiver, press the SOURCE buttons on the Selects among Night mode options (DRC OFF, • Tuner frequency unit. • 6 speaker wires including: main unit repeatedly until VCR is selected or SOFT and ON) which compresses the volume -1 X green/grey striped wire for WARNING press AUX 1 (VCR) on the remote control. The difference between normal voices and sounds center speaker • Do not connect to the AC power cords until sound from the VCR source will replace the To activate the volume punchthrough function, such as explosions. (Available only during DVD. -1 X red/grey striped wire for front all connections are completed. All preset radio stations and surround Switching the unit on and off follow the procedures below: Dolby digital signal playback) right speaker • Do not use your set immediately after HINT sound setting will be lost after factory •To switch on the receiver, press the 1. Press and hold the VOL- button. -1 X white/grey striped wire for front transferring it from a cold place to a warm setting is restored. STANDBY/ON button on the main unit once, 2. While holding down the VOL- button, press 11. LEVEL left speaker place: there is risk of condensation. • For FM reception, extend antenna to its or the ON•OFF button on the remote one of the source buttons to select the Speaker LEVEL setting and Test tone. Refer to -1 X purple/grey striped wire for • Do not expose your set to water and full length. control. source where you want to control TV volume You may restore factory setting with the “Advanced Sound Control” for details. subwoofer excessively high temperatures. • For AM reception, rotate the antenna at. (DVD, TV, VCR or SAT•CABLE) following procedures: -1 X blue/grey stripedGEFAHR wireEINES for rear • After having disconnected your set, clean the horizontally to get better reception. 3. Continue holding down the VOL- button and ELEKTRISCHEN SCHLAGS 12. SUBWOOFER left speaker case with a soft cloth, or with a slightly damp 1. Enter SAT mode. press the TV button once. Selects among subwoofer output level (SOFT -1 X gray/grey striped wire for rear leather chamois. Never use strong solvents. 2. Press PRESET UP, PRESET DOWN, SOURCE 4. Release all buttons. SUBWOOFER, BALANCED SUBWOOFER, right speaker UP to reset the unit. You should now be able to control TV volume All preset stations will reset to FM87.5MHz and STRONG SUBWOOFER, POWERFUL You can connect up to 6 audio sources to this and mute at the selected device. Protect your Components from all receiver settings restore to default settings SUBWOOFER). : as described above. Inserting Batteries into Remote HINT Overheating 13. Number Buttons Source button Corresponding connector Control • Do not block ventilation holes in any Directly access a preset station in Tuner mode. • Standby: when the receiver is in tuner (receiver front panel) (receiver back panel) component. Arrange the components so that To return to controlling receiver volume Insert two “AAA” (R03) batteries according to mode, press the STANDBY/ON button once air can circulate freely. and mute again, follow the steps above but the + and - signs in the battery compartment. 14. SETUP to enter standby mode. - DVD DVD IN To use the remote control, point it directly at • Do not stack components directly on top of Enters Setup mode. Use the Left and Right - SAT SAT IN press TUNER instead of TV in step 3. each other. your receiver. adjustment buttons to select among setup On the remote control, press the ON•OFF - TV TV IN • Do not place the unit near other components options. (SLEEP, DIMMER, FRONT SPK button twice within 2 seconds if the receiver - VCR VCR IN that generate heat such as heating vents. Install batteries as follows: Operating Your Receiver DISTANCE, CENTER SPK DISTANCE, SURROUND is not in Tuner source mode to enter standby - CD CD IN HINT • Allow adequate ventilation when placing 1. Remove battery compartment door by SPK DISTANCE, CENTER SPK ON/OFF, mode. - TAPE TAPE IN applying thumb pressure on battery door and your components in a stand. SURROUND SPK ON/OFF, DIGITAL INPUT). - FM/AM built-in If batteries are removed from the battery • Place an amplifier near the top shelf of the then lift the door out and off the cabinet. Receiver Controls Remote Control To avoid entering standby mode when compartment of the remote control, the 2. Insert 2 AAA batteries in the compartment stand so heated air rising from it will not 15. Operation Buttons An arrow points to the source name selected volume and mute control in all source Please be sure you have inserted the batteries powering up the unit, do not press the and replace the compartment door. affect other components. If you have a In TUNER mode: shown on the display. modes will be the receiver volume and 1 2 3 5 7 into the remote control. You can test it by ON•OFF button twice within 2 seconds. satellite receiver, you should place it on the • Press the TUNER - and TUNER + keys to tune mute conrol except in TV mode. top shelf. pressing any button. down or up the radio frequency. • The receiver draws a small amount of Example: Press DVD to select DVD as the • Press SAVE to activate the preset station electricity when in standby mode. source to the amplifier. saving and press to confirm preset station Unplugging the unit from the wall 1 settings. 2 socket will stop the draw. • PLAY, RECORD, STOP and PAUSE keys are only NOTE Using the receiver to play a source Connecting to Audio Components 4 6 8 for easy control of external devices that are connected to your receiver such as CD, VCR, 1. Your receiver has a built in tuner. Just After having properly connected a source (DVD, 3 4 DVD, TAPE, etc.. The remote control currently Selection of source connect the appropriate antenna to the CD, VCR) to the receiver, you can partly control TV operates most Thomson, RCA and GE products. When one of the source button is pressed, the back of the receiver and you will be them through the receiver. If your CD player is equipped with digital optical 1. ON/STANDBY 5 6 input corresponding to the name will be able to listen to radio stations. (See jacks, use of optical cable is preferred. What you Turns the unit on and off. When the activated. Playing a DVD with the receiver need is just one more optical digital connecting details in Tuner section) system is turned on, the unit will go to the The receiver acts as a switching device between 1. Connect a DVD player to the receiver (see cable (not supplied). Plug it in the digital input jack 7 NOTE 2. Other sources can be connected to the of the receiver and select OPTICAL on the receiver mode it was in before powered off. all the sources that are plugged into it. above standard source. Example: you can connecting your receiver for details). setting (see details under "Input Signal Setting"). You can enjoy better sound quality brought to you by 8 10 The remote control button CLEAR, MENU connect a LD into the DVD inputs. the optical cable. When optical cable is used, analog 2. Display and GUIDE do not function for this receiver 3. Refer to the "Connecting To Audio 9 11 NOTE cables are still needed for recording to tape output. Displays current status of the receiver. but can be used to control other RCA and Components" section for details on 12 Thomson products. connection. To play Dolby Digital sound, the source CD Player 3. SUBWOOFER must be connected to the receiver via the Selects among subwoofer sound level. 13 optical or coaxial terminal (SOFT SUBWOOFER, BALANCED SUBWOOFER, STRONG SUBWOOFER, POWERFUL 14 Using the Remote to Control DVD SUBWOOFER) Display 2. Press ON/STANDBY on the main unit or press Additional Components ON•OFF on the remote control to switch on DIGITAL INPUT 15 Connect components capable of 4. SOURCE Buttons You can use your remote to control most of the receiver. C R to AUDIO OUT (TV) AUDIO OUT to outputing Dolby Digital (e.g. DVD or Selects sound source. (DVD, Tuner, Tape, VCR, RCA branded VCRs, satellites, cable boxes or 3. Press the SOURCE buttons on the main unit SAT) or standard PCM (CD) format S RS to AUDIO OUT (CD) AUDIO OUT to digital signals. Read section on CD, TV and SAT) TVs. or DVD•6 CH on the remote control to select to AUDIO OUT 2 (DVD) "Input Signal Setting" under Press the corresponding source button on the the DVD source. "Advanced Sound Control" carefully 5. SURROUND Buttons remote control to operate options on other 4. Switch ON the DVD player and start AUDIO INPUT to adjust the matching input settings. Selects digital sound processor. DVD / VCR / SAT / TUNER / TAPE / CD / TV components. playback. (DOLBY PL II MOVIE, STEREO, DISCO, 5. Switch ON your TV. L • An arrow points to the current source mode. STADIUM, THEATER, JAZZ CLUB, 6. Select the appropriate A/V channel on the TV ARENA, 3 STEREO, DOLBY PL (refer to your TV manual for details) until the R EMULATION, DOLBY PL II MUSIC) image from the DVD player is displayed. IN COAXIAL OPTICAL DVD SAT TV VCR CD TAPE DIGITAL AUDIO 1. ON•OFF •Dolby Digital audio input for signal 7. Set the sound Mode if needed (see 6. PRESET Buttons Turns the receiver and other auxiliary format. "Advanced sound control" for details). Selects preset station in Tuner mode. components on and off. (see “Using the Example 1: to AUDIO OUT (SAT) Remote to Control Additional Components”). To play Dolby Prologic II Movie sound, press 7. VOLUME the SURROUND buttons until "Dolby PL II Increases and decreases volume level Tape Deck 2. Source Buttons • Dolby Pro Logic II audio output NOTE MOVIE" appears on the Display and all of the SAT Selects various audio sources. format. speaker'’ icons light up. to LINE OUT (Tape Deck) (Tape to LINE OUT to AUDIO OUT (VCR) AUDIO OUT to 8. PHONES The remote control can only operate RCA Example 2: VCR Plug your headphones (not supplied) 3. VOL + / VOL -(Volume Buttons) FM / AM brand products. LD: You may need to select a different Audio into it for your private enjoyment. Adjusts the volume level. • Radio band indicator in Tuner mode. Channel on your LD (refer to your LD player Speakers will be off when phones manual). are inserted. 4. CH+ / CH- (Channel Buttons) ST 8. Adjust the volume knob accordingly. Selects programmed stations in TUNER mode. •Tuner stereo signal detected. 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 5. MUTE OPT12 supplied) or coaxial digital cable (not supplied) to carry the audio portion of the signal and enjoy Dolby Digital sound quality. Mutes all audio output. •Optical digital input detected. 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 6. GO BACK / ST•MONO COAX appropriate digital inputs and press DIGITAL INPUT to select the corresponding digital input source. • Selects between Stereo and Mono sound in • Coaxial digital input detected. Note: Optical and coax cables carry only the audio portion of the signal. A video connection must also be established for a SAT Tuner mode. receiver and DVD player. RT2390 EN sheet final 12/28/04 9:42 AM Page 2

Operating your Receiver Advanced Sound Control Troubleshooting Tips Limited Warranty (U.S.)

Operating the Radio Storing radio stations Dynamic Bass Amplified System 2. To adjust the volume level of the test Receiver/Tuner Operation General What your warranty covers: Limitation of Warranty: The receiver has a built-in tuner that allows for The receiver can store up to 40 radio stations in (dBas) tone, turn the VOLUME knob or press ST indicator is off. No audio. • Defects in materials or workmanship. • THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE the VOL Up or DOWN buttons on the AM/FM radio function. memory. You can enter every single radio With “Dynamic Bass Amplified System” (dBas), • Adjust the antenna. • Make sure the speakers are connected. ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS remote control to adjust the master station yourself or the receiver can store all the discrete amplifier is located in the receiver • Press GO BACK/ST.MONO button to insure • Check the input connections. For how long after your purchase: PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, volume (if necessary) Manual tuning available radio stations automatically in an so the subwoofer keeps the power needed to you are not outputting in mono. • Check the power cord connections. • One year from date of purchase for labor EXPRESS OR IMPLIED 1. Connect the FM and AM antenna accordingly ascending order. reproduce powerful effects. • Make sure the MUTE signal on the front and parts (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF (see "Connecting the Antenna” section for 4 settings are available: SOFT, BALANCED, The signal is Mono. Severe hum or panel is off. • The warranty period for rental units begins MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A with the first rental or 45 days from date of PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY details) Automatic preset storing : (FM only) STRONG and POWERFUL. noise. • Make sure the digital setting (optical, coaxial Press the SUBWOOFER button to toggle the shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN 2. Press ON/STANDBY on the main unit or • The signal is too weak. Connect an external or analog) is correct. subwoofer (dBas) effects level according to first. INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON INC., ON•OFF on the remote control to switch on 1. In Tuner mode, antenna. • Check that the headphone is not inserted. your needs. ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE the receiver. select the FM • Adjust Antenna What we will do: A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE band by pressing • Reposition Antenna away from any No audio from one channel. • Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY. TUNER on the electronics. • Check the speaker level setting. Center the labor charges to repair your unit. • REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED remote control. Press LEVEL again • Check the speaker wire or external source • Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE and press the Up There is interference to FM reception. cable connections. Center for the new or, at our option, REMEDY OF THE or Down buttons • Turn off other electrical units (e.g. DVD, CD refurbished replacement parts required to CONSUMER. THOMSON INC. SHALL NOT BE 2. Press and hold the TUNER button on the to adjust the player) near the receiver. Noise occurs when the TV is turned repair your unit. LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR remote control for 3 seconds. “MEMORY” individual on. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING will be displayed in red and will blink during channel noise 3. Press the SOURCE buttons on the main unit Remote Control Operation • The TV is too close to the audio system. How you get service: FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR the automatic storing process. level. until the tuner mode is selected or press The remote control does not operate • Take your unit to any Authorized RCA Audio ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY Service Center. To identify your nearest EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS TUNER on the remote control. Radio will be scanned and radio Fine Setting of the Components Specific instruments sound displaced. the unit. Authorized RCA Audio Service Center, ask your PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF stations will be stored automatically. When all The receiver can be directly turned on by • Check the connections between the • Another source mode is selected on the dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800- WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY available radio stations are stored or if all 40 pressing the DVD•6CH / SAT•CABLE / TV / Adjust Individual Speaker Volume receiver and the speakers if the sound does remote. Press the correct Source Button. 336-1900. ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE memory locations are full, the auto preset will CD•TAPE / VCR / TUNER buttons on the 1. To adjust individual speaker volume level, not match the video. • No batteries installed. (included with your • Show the Authorized Service Center STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT stop. remote control, which also selects the best press the LEVEL key on the remote control. • Check if the video and audio cable are system) Install the batteries before Representative your evidence of purchase date PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY mode. The default surround 2. Continue to press the LEVEL button on the correctly inserted. attempting to operate the remote. Be sure to or first rental. IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY modes for different components are listed in remote control to select the channel to be match the + and - ends of each battery to • Pick up your unit when repairs are OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NOTE the table below. adjusted, then press the Up or Down buttons the symbols shown in the remote battery Cleaning the Exterior completed. ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE If you decide to change the surround mode, to adjust the level. compartment. Disconnect the system from AC power before • Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH A Weak signal can affect the "Automatic you can press the SURROUND button You can adjust the master volume level by • The batteries are weak. Replace all batteries. cleaning the exterior of the system with a soft sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that ABOVE. Preset Storing function" efficiency. Adjust repeatedly to toggle among the different turning the VOLUME knob or press the VOL • The remote is not pointed at the remote dust cloth, or with a slightly damp leather the product is within the 4. To select between the antenna for the best reception, and a surround mode choices and select the one you UP or DOWN buttons on the remote control. control sensor on the main unit or there is an chamois. Never use strong solvents. warranty period must be presented to obtain How State Law relates to warranty: FM and AM band, more efficient search. want. obstacle between the remote and the main warranty service. For rental firms, proof of • Some states do not allow the exclusion nor press the TUNER DOLBY PL II MUSIC => DOLBY PL EMULATION unit. first rental is also required. limitation of incidental or consequential button repeatedly. => 3 STEREO => ARENA => JAZZ CLUB => Advanced Setting • The remote control is too far from the damages, or limitations on how long an THEATER => STADIUM => DISCO => STEREO => Manual preset main unit, move closer. What your warranty does not cover: implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations DOLBY PL II MOVIE Factory defaulted Advance setting 1. Select FM or AM band by pressing • Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual or exclusions may not apply to you. 5. Tune to a station TUNER repeatedly. indication from VFD The receiver has defaulted the following Remote loses Programmed codes. describes how to install, adjust, and operate • This warranty gives you specific legal rights, by pressing TUNER 2. Tune to the radio station to be stored. Source/ If Digital Input (optical - or TUNER + distances: • Weak batteries, replace batteries. your unit. Any additional information should and you also may have other rights that vary (see "Manual tuning" above for details) Input or coaxial) is selected be obtained from your dealer.) from state to state. repeatedly until 3. Press the SAVE Remote forgets what source was • Installation and related adjustments. the desired station button on the DVD Dolby Digital Front Front • Signal reception problems not caused by If you purchased your unit outside the is found. Center selected. remote control. SAT Dolby Digital Left Right • Weak batteries, replace batteries. your unit. United States: "MEMORY" will VCR N/A • Damage from misuse or neglect. • This warranty does not apply. Contact your Cch flash and a TV Dolby Digital • Cleaning of audio heads. dealer for warranty information. Automatic Tuning preset number CD STEREO Lch Rch • Batteries. Press and hold TUNER - will be shown on TAPE N/A • A unit that has been modified or Service calls which do not involve or TUNER + for about the display. TUNER N/A incorporated into other products or is used for defective materials or workmanship are one second to activate 4. While MEMORY institutional or other commercial purposes. not covered by this warranty. Costs of the automatic SEARCH is still flashing on L/S R/S Care and Maintenance • A unit purchased or serviced outside the such service calls are the sole function. The receiver the display, press U.S.A. responsibility of the purchaser. will automatically tune CH or CH Source / If Analog Input is Input selected Rear Rear • Acts of nature, such as but not limited to frequencies until it on the remote Left Right lightning damage. finds a station. control to select Disconnect the audio system from the power Equipment Specifications: DVD PRO LOGIC the desired preset source before performing any maintenance. AMPLIFIER SECTION: Product Registration: memory location. SAT PRO LOGIC RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode with • Please complete and mail the Product NOTE 5. Press the SAVE button on the remote VCR PRO LOGIC Front speakers (FRNT) 15 ft Cleaning 10% Total Harmonic Distortion Registration Card packed with your product. It control to store frequency in selected TV PRO LOGIC Center speaker (CNTR) 15 ft Clean the exterior of the system using a soft Rear Channels: 55 Watts each Channel (1KHz, 6 will make it easier to contact you should it ever 1. If there is interference, move the preset location. CD STEREO Rear speaker (SURR) 10 ft dust cloth. Ohm) be necessary. The return of the card is not location of the antenna until the optimal 6. Repeat steps 1-5 to store other frequencies. TAPE STEREO Front and Center Channel: 98 Watts (1KHz, 3 required for warranty coverage. sound is heard. TV and other electronic TUNER STEREO Important battery information Ohm) devices could be the cause of Speaker Configurations Subwoofer Channel: 98 Watts (100Hz, interferences so try to position the You can also change the setup of the speakers. • Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you Retrieving preset stations 3 Ohm) antenna away from them. The receiver will keep the last selection in Use a subwoofer to enjoy optimum sound. do not use your remote control for more 1. Press TUNER on the remote control to Total RMS Output Power, Dolby Digital mode : 2. Weak signal can affect the "auto Search memory. • Speaker distance: For optimum surround than one month. select tuner mode. 500 W function". Adjust the antenna for better 2. Press the PRESET buttons on the main experience measure the distance between the • Discard leaky batteries immediately as Limited Warranty (Canada) reception and for a more efficient speaker and your favorite listening position. leaking batteries may cause skin burns or unit or the CH or CH buttons NOTE FTC Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode with search. on the remote control to select the other personal injuries. • Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, 10% Total Harmonic Distortion preset station. 1. Press the SETUP If linear PCM source (CD), format will be according to provincial and local regulations. Front Channels (L and R ): 50 Watts per What your warranty covers: Limitation of Warranty: Dolby Prologic even with Digital Input. button to show Channel (1KHz, 3 Ohm) Select a sound effect if needed by pressing the • Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed • Defects in materials or workmanship. • THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE setup options. Rear Channels (L and R): 45 Watts per Channel SURROUND button. (see "Advance sound with a different battery type, if inserted ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS (1KHz, 6 Ohm) section" for details). incorrectly, if all batteries are not replaced at For how long after your purchase: PRODUCT. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN the same time, if disposed of in fire, or if an Center Channel: 90 Watts (1KHz, 3 Ohm) • One year from date of purchase for labor and INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON Input Signal Setting attempt is made to charge a battery not Subwoofer Channel: 90 Watts (80Hz, 3 Ohm) parts MULTIMEDIA LTD., ITS AGENTS OR The receiver defaults to the most convenient intended to be recharged. Total FTC Output Power, Dolby Digital mode: • The warranty period for rental units begins EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY 2. Press the Left or settings for your easiest use (see table). 370 Watts with the first rental or 45 days from date of OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF Right adjustment shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes THIS WARRANTY. buttons until the Safety precautions If your connection is different from the default Muting Attenuation: 65dB first. • REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED speaker you • Never open the cabinet under any setting, Frequency Response: 20kHz /-3dB, 1kHz ref. UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE want to change circumstances. Any repairs or internal 1. Select the source Subwoofer Frequency Response: 10 Hz / -3db, What we will do: REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. THOMSON is displayed. adjustments should be made only by a 80Hz ref. • Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center MULTIMEDIA LTD. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR 2. Press the SETUP button to show setup trained technician. options. Signal to Noise Ratio: 65dB (Dolby digital the labor charges to repair your unit. INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES 3. Press the Up or • Never operate this product with the cabinet 3. Press the Left or Right adjustment mode) • Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS Down arrow removed. Selecting Mono or Stereo Sound Video Signal to Noise Ratio from 40 dB to 60dB for the new or, at our option, refurbished PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT buttons until ANALOG is displayed. • Do not touch the player with wet hands. If buttons to replacement parts required to repair your unit. PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE PROVINCIAL Press the ST•MONO 4. Press the Up or Down arrow buttons any liquid enters the player cabinet, take the change the LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF button on the remote to select among optical/ coaxial/ player to a trained technician for inspection. AM TUNER SECTION: speaker settings. How you get service: MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A control to toggle analog to match your connection. • The apparatus shall not be exposed to Frequency Response: 2kHz +/-6dB, 1kHz ref. Your selection • Take your unit to any Authorized RCA Audio PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS between mono and Your selection will be stored dripping and splashing. Usable Sensitivity: 800uV/m @ S/N 20dB will be stored Service Center. To identify your nearest LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY stereo sound in FM automatically. • No object filled with liquids, such as vases, Signal to Noise: 38dB automatically. Authorized RCA Audio Service Center, ask your PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. tuner mode (when shall be placed on the apparatus. IF Rejection: 35dB 4. Repeat step 2 and 3 to set up the next dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800- available). The selected source and input source will be • No naked flame sources such as lighted speaker 336-1900. How Provincial Laws relates to warranty: displayed on the display as long as they are candles ,shall be placed on the apparatus. FM TUNER SECTION: • Show the Authorized Service Center • This warranty gives you specific legal rights active, except for some temporary change of Center Speaker selection (CTR) YES / NO Frequency Response: 15kHz +/-3dB, 1kHz ref. Representative your evidence of purchase date which are in addition to statutory warranties display (e.g. adjusting volume). Surround Speaker selection (SURR) YES / NO Quieting: 24dBu Headset safety or first rental. that may vary from Province to Province. Front Speaker distance (FRNT) 3-30 ft Signal to Noise: 60dB(stereo) / 65dB(mono) • Do not play your headset at a high volume. • Pick up your unit when repairs are completed. Digital Input Centre Speaker distance (CNTR) 0-30 ft IF Rejection: 50dB Hearing experts warn against extended high- • Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale Advanced Sound Control Select this setting to play digital signals from a Rear Speaker distance (SURR) 0-30 ft volume play. or receipted invoice which is evidence that the If you purchased your unit outside Canada: DVD, CD, LD player, SAT or TV. Dimensions (H x W x D inch) : • If you experience a ringing in your ears, product is within the warranty period must be • This warranty does not apply. Contact your Unit - 3.7 x 16.9 x 14 Sound Enhancement Systems Dolby 3 Stereo reduce volume or discontinue use. presented to obtain warranty service. For rental dealer for warranty information. SOURCE DEFAULT INPUT 5. When set up is done, wait for 5 • You should use extreme caution or Front and Surround Speakers - 6.1 x 3.1x 3.5 The 3 Stereo mode will redirect the Surround firms, proof of first rental is also required. This receiver is equipped with several built-in (as seen on display) seconds to automatically save your temporarily discontinue use in potentially Center Speaker - 2.7 x 9.8 x 33.3 signals to the front left and right speakers Service calls which do not involve sound enhancement systems. settings or press any key to save your hazardous situations. Subwoofer - 12.4 x 6.3 x 14 What your warranty does not cover: defective materials or workmanship are when only the front and SAT Analog (SAT/ ANL) selection and set up mode. • Even if your headset is an open-air type • Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual not covered by this warranty. Costs of center speakers are used. DVD Analog (DVD/ ANL) Dolby Digital designed to let you hear outside sounds, describes how to install, adjust, and operate such service calls are the sole responsibility CD Analog (CD/ ANL) The Dolby Digital mode lets you enjoy full don’t turn up the volume so high that you a your unit. Any additional information should of the purchaser. VCR Analog (VCR/ ANL) NOTE digital surround from software processed in re unable to hear what is around you. be obtained from your dealer.) the Dolby Digital format. Dolby Digital FM/AM Built-in Tuner By default, the Center and Surround • Installation and related adjustments. provides better sound quality and more TAPE Analog (TAPE/ ANL) Front Left Speaker Center Speaker Front Right Speaker Speakers are set to YES. If you decide not • Signal reception problems not caused by your powerful presence than conventional Dolby TV Analog (TV / ANL) Don’t infringe to use them, set the ones you do not unit. Surround. This product should only be used for the intend to use to NO so the sound • Damage from misuse or neglect. purposes for which it is sold, that is, performance is not affected. • Cleaning of audio heads. This unit is equipped with Dolby Digital 5.1- NOTE entertainment, violating no copyright law. Any • Batteries. channel so that you can enjoy enhanced full attempts to use this product for which it is not • A unit that has been modified or digital surround sound. Being different from intended is unlawful and therefore not Digital input is only available for DVD, SAT, incorporated into other products or is used for Dolby Pro Logic in which only four channels ( Displaying Program Formats condoned by Thomson. institutional or other commercial purposes. Listening CD and TV Front Left, Front Right, Centre and Rear ) are Zone When a digital source starts playing, • A unit purchased or serviced outside Canada. used, the new system provides stereo L C R the receiver automatically switches to • Acts of nature, such as but not limited to separation of the rear speakers (Rear-Right, LSLFE RS the proper surround mode and lightning damage. Rear-Left ). These 5 channels, together with Analog Input provides setting information via the Select this setting to play analog signals from a the subwoofer channel for bass sounds speaker icons located on the right-hand side of Product Registration: , VCR or turntable. (counted as 0.1 channel ), constitute as 5.1- the display. • Please complete and mail the Product Channel ( or 6 Channels ) Input for Dolby Stereo Registration Card packed with your product. It Digital that brings you the most sophisticated SOURCE AVAILABLE INPUT It is important to note, however, that not all will make it easier to contact you should it ever The Stereo mode uses the two main channel sound enjoyment. Dolby Digital sources are encoded with the full be necessary. The return of the card is not outputs from the front speakers. Use this mode SAT Analog / Optical / Coaxial complement of five channels plus LFE*. Speaker required for warranty coverage. Dolby Pro Logic II if you have connected the front speakers only. DVD Analog / Optical / Coaxial icons show how many and which speaker you The Pro Logic II mode uses the built-in circuit CD Analog / Optical / Coaxial have enabled (See “Fine Setting of the to steer the Left, Center, Right and Surround DSP (Digital Sound Processor) VCR Analog / - / - Speakers”) and the letters inside the speaker left and right channel audio signals and uses These digital sound effects resemble sounds in TAPE Analog / - / - icons show which channel is present in the all five speakers to play both stereo and Dolby a real environment such as (DISCO / STADIUM / TV Analog / Optical / - source information. For example, the diagram Pro Logic program source, such as TV and VCR. THEATER / JAZZ CLUB / ARENA). DSP shown means you have all five speakers and Dolby Pro Logic II includes Dolby Pro Logic II automatically converts analog audio signals to subwoofer enabled and the digital sources you Movie, Dolby Pro Logic II Music and Dolby Pro digital ones which enables you to adjust the played have five channels plus LFE Logic Emulation. sound without degrading the sound quality. complemented. Different modes will give you different feels of Fine Setting of the Speakers size and types of listening environment. * LFE stands for Low Frequency Effect. The You can use this mode with any stereo All the basic settings have already been pre-set indication “LFE” appears if the digital source program source (such as VCR/SAT) to enjoy for the speakers included in the box. multi-channel sound experience. Night Mode contains LFE information. In this case, the bass By using Dynamic Range Control technology, signal will be delivered to the subwoofer, Also, to make the surround sound more you can enjoy enhanced Dolby Digital sound offering more dynamic deep bass sound effective and suit the acoustic conditions in quality at night without interrupting your effects. If the letter is flashing, the signal is your listening room, you may need to the roommates or neighbors. Night Mode will either too weak or just gone. signal coming from some of the speakers. compress the difference between normal Front Left Speaker Center Speaker Front Right Speaker Channel delay compensates for center or voices and sounds such as explosions, while still surround speakers that are closer to the enjoying a Dolby Digital enable component listening position than the front speakers. You (DVD, SAT). can make use of the SETUP button to adjust Night Mode can be activated by pressing the the speakers’ relative loudness. NIGHT button on the remote control. DRC OFF Subwoofer (Default) appears on the display. While DRC OFF (Default) is still on the display, continue to Testing Speaker Loudness Listening Zone press the NIGHT button to toggle and select You can listen to the loudness of the individual the desired night mode. There are three modes speakers. (DRC OFF, SOFT, ON) for you to choose the 1. Press and hold extents of compression. LEVEL on the remote control. Rear Left Speaker Rear Right Speaker A short noise will NOTE be heard in the speakers one by Night mode is available only with Dolby one. The speaker Digital playback. having the noise at that moment will be shown in the display.