UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 3 u s e r m LOSE DISC 1 OPEN/C DIS C DISC SKIP a DISC 2 5 3 DISC D IS C 4 ESS ECT ACC DISC DIR U L A T N E O U L A Y N A D O L A S Y S D T E M n M P S POWER REO CD FM STE AUX TAPE SYNT CLOCK TUNER ALARM/ CD TUNER u L PLLR ITAED TUNE DIGHESIZ TAPE EQ PRESE T AU X UND SURRO UND L I T A D I G ELEC N T I O U N C T I F M U L TRO NIC EQU ALIZ SUR ER / ROU ROCK - T SE JAZZ ST BASS BOO M UTE ME HELP S
UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 4 FCC Information RCA Information This device generates and uses radio frequency (RF) energy, and if not installed and used properly, this equipment may cause interference to radio and television reception. This equipment has been type tested and found to comply with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules. These rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against radio and television interference in a residential installation.
UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 5 CONTENTS FCC Information . . . . . .1 Installation . . . . . . . . . .3 GB Creating an ATS Program . .9 Editing an ATS Program . . .9 Skipping a Disk . . . . . . . . . . .9 Searching through a CD . . .9 Safety Approval . . . . . .4 Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Controls & Indicators . .5 CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . .
UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 6 INSTALLATION GB RCA Models Altima Models 1 R 4 1. AM Loop Antenna 1 2 2 3 3 4 L 5 5 6 1. Optical Output (MD, DVD) (A280, A285, A380, A385, A580 models) 2. FM Antenna 2. AM Loop Antenna 3. Auxiliary Device (TV, Video) 3. FM Antenna 4. Main and Surround Speakers 4. Auxiliary Device (TV, Video) 5. Subwoofer Speaker 5. Main and Surround Speakers 6.
9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 7 INSTALLATION To ensure sufficient ventilation, keep the spacings shown below free from other surfaces: 10 cm 10 cm C DI S 5 C DISC SKIP AUDIO SYSTEM D IS C OPEN/CLOSE 2 DIS DISC 1 5 DISC CHANGER DISC 3 4 DISC DIRECT ACCESS S I M U L T A N E O U S P L A Y A N D L O A D S Y S T E M DIGITAL PLL SYNTHESIZED TUNER CD POWER 10 cm 10 cm FM STEREO TAPE SURROUND ALARM/CLOCK TUNER 5 cm AU X B.
UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 8 CONTROLS & INDICATORS C DI S 5 DISC SKIP AUDIO SYSTEM D IS C OPEN/CLOSE 2 DISC CHANGER C OPEN/CLOSE — Opens or closes the disc tray.
UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 9 CONTROLS & INDICATORS Tip: In STANDBY mode (press POWER off), the system displays the time. Press P O W E R to turn the system on in the previously used mode. Press CD, TAPE, RADIO, or A U X to select the corresponding mode. Look at the display lights to identify the current mode.
UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 10 Display GB Showing the BASS SURROUND Demonstration Not operational in TUNER mode for Atlima models. 1. Press DEMO/DIMMER to turn on/off demonstration mode. The demonstration scrolls through all display operations. RS2501 A180/A185 DISC 2 ALARM/CLOCK 1 5 TRACK Setting the Time 1. In STANDBY mode, press ALARM/CLOCK until the time flashes on the display (12-hour clock, 24-hour clock Altima models). 2.
UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 11 Sound Features Using Preset Equalizer Curves POP, JAZZ, or ROCK are toggles for preJAZZ set equalizer levels. Press once to select the correPOP sponding preset. The ROCK display momentarily shows the selection. Press again to return to flat levels. Creating a Custom Curve 1. Press CUSTOM. CUSTOM 2. While "CUSTOM" is displayed, press EQ BAND repeatedly to cycle between displayed EQ bass-, mid-, and trebl - range levels. 3.
UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 12 CD PLAYER GB Setting Up a CD Program Automatically Skipping Tracks (ATS) 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 SET to enter Creating an ATS Program PROGRAM mode. The 1. Press STOP. system displays the 2. Press ATS to display -A:01 next available program 3. Press DISC SKIP or DISC (1-5) to specify a disc. number: “- - P:01,” 4.
UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 13 TUNER POWER FM STEREO ALARM/CLOCK DISPLAY/DEMO SURROUND BASS BOOST PHONES SHUFFLE INTRO KEVLAR REPEAT SOUND SYSTEM ATS HELP MODE 1. Press TUNER to select the radio. 2. Press TUNER again to select the next radio band. Choices are: AM/FM/FM Stereo (RS models) FM/MW/LW, RDS (ALTIMA models) The tuner can be either TUNE or PRESET mode. When in PRESET mode, the PROG light is on. Tip: Your audio system has several preset stations. Tuning to a Station 1.
UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 14 TUNER GB Altima models BBC No... SCIENC...12:05 Tip: RDS stations broadcast on FM only. When the tuner detects an RDS signal, the RDS light turns on. Toggle RDS DEMO/DIMMER to display the frequency, station name (PS), station type (PTY), clock time (CT), or radio text (RT). In CT mode, press RDS TIME/INTRO key to replace the displayed time by RDS station time. Tuning to an RDS Station 1. Press PRESET/TUNE to access TUNE mode. 2.
UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 15 TAPE PLAYER (6+2, 6+5) From CD 1. Insert a tape into deck 1. 2. Press CD. 3. Insert the disc(s) to be recorded. 4. Select the track, CD, or program to be recorded. 5. Press RECORD to begin recording. 6. Press PLAY on the jog to begin playing the CD. 7. Press STOP to end recording. Tape to Tape 1. Insert the destination tape in deck 1. 2. Insert the source tape into deck 2. 3. Press PAUSE and then RECORD on deck 1. 4. Press PLAYon deck 2.
UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 16 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS GB Problem Solution System will Check power cord for a secure connection. not turn on Unplug the unit for a moment, and then plug into power source again. Check the outlet by plugging in another device. No sound Poor radio reception Increase the volume setting. Check connection to speakers. Check that you have selected the appropriate function: CD, TAPE, RADIO, AUX. Check antenna connection. Move antenna.
UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 17 US Warranty GB What your warranty covers: • Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • One year. (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: • Provide you with a new, or at our option, a refurbished unit. • The exchange unit is under warranty for the remainder of the original product's warranty period.
UG-2501 rev 1 9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 18 Canadian Warranty Thomson Consumer Electronics Canada, Inc. warrants to the purchaser or gift recipient that if any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in this product within 1 year from the original date of purchase, it will be replaced free of charge, including return transportation. This warranty does not include damage to the product resulting from accidents, misuse or leaking batteries.
9/2/99 3:24 PM Page 2 POWER M I S UN SURRO DISC 1 C DI S 5 C DISC SKIP D IS C OPEN/CLOSE 2 DIS UG-2501 rev 1 DISC 3 4 DISC DIRECT ACCESS S I M U L T A N E O U S P L A Y A N D L O A D S Y S T E M IMMER DEMO/D DIGITAL PLL SYNTHESIZED TUNER CD POWER FM STEREO TAPE SURROUND TUNER ALARM/CLOCK AUX B.