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•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.

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 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

turn up the volume so high that you are

unable to hear what is around you.

Don’t Infringe

This product should only be used for the

purposes for which it is sold, that is,

entertainment, violating no copyright law. Any

attempts to use this product for unintended

purposes are unlawful and therefore not

condoned by Thomson.

Before You Begin

General Controls

Display

Important InformationFCC Information Safety Information

English

RCD025

It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time.

RCD029

RCD030

user

manual

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE

OR ELECTRICAL

SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

THE EXCLAMATION

POINT WITHIN THE

TRIANGLE IS A

WARN ING SIGN

ALERTING YOU OF

IMPORTANT

INSTRUCTIONS

ACCOMPANYING

THE PRODUCT.

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.

GEFAHR EINES 

ELEKTRISCHEN SCHLAGS

Top View

BAND AM/FM - Selects AM or FM band .

TUNING - Selects radio frequency.

SELECTION ( / CD/ RADIO/

OFF) - Selects operation mode. To

switch off the unit, select OFF.

PROGRAM - Enters CD program

mode.

MODE - Selects playback modes.

BASS - Turns bass boost on and off.

VOL. - Adjusts volume.

PUSH TO OPEN - Push to open the mp3

device storage compartment door. Push the

door to close it.

Front View

REW - In CD mode - goes back to the previous

track or searches backward.

PLAY/PAUSE - Starts and pauses playback.

F. FWD - In CD modes - goes to the next track

or searches forward.

STOP - In CD modes - stops playback.

PUSH TO OPEN - Opens disc tray. Push the

disc tray to close it.

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.

Tips:Tips:

Tips:Tips:

Tips:

Extend or reposition the antenna for

better FM reception. Rotate the unit

for better AM reception.

CD Playback

CD Playback Troubleshooting Tips

Maintenance

Selecting CD Mode

Slide the SELECTION switch to CD position.

Loading Music

Press the PUSH TO OPEN button on the unit

front to slide disc tray out. Place a disc on

the disc tray with the label side facing up

and then push the disc tray back in.

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.

Playback Mode

In CD mode, press MODE repeatedly to select

among the following playback modes with icons

show on the display :

• REPEAT (flashes) - Repeats current track.

• REPEAT - Repeats all tracks.

•

- Random playback.

• No icon - Normal playback.

Note:Note:

Note:Note:

Note:

In program mode, RANDOM

playback cannot be selected.

1. In CD stop mode, press PROGRAM to

enter program mode.

The PROGRAM icon flashes on the

display. “P01” (first program position)

shows briefly on the display followed by

“00” flashing.

2. Press REW or F. FWD to select the track to

be stored.

3. Press PROGRAM to store the selected

track.

4. Repeat step 2 and 3 to continue

programming.

5. Press PLAY/PAUSE in program mode to

start program playback.

Displaying and Editing

Programs

•Press PROGRAM repeatedly to recall and

display program. Program position shows

first, followed by track number.

• While track number is displayed, press REW

or F. FWD to edit track number. Press

PROGRAM to store newly selected track.

Deleting Programs

Press STOP in CD stop mode to delete all the

stored tracks.

Creating Programs

Note:Note:

Note:Note:

Note:

The unit remains in

program mode once

programming track is done.

Tips:Tips:

Tips:Tips:

Tips:

Opening the CD compartment

door or switching mode will

delete all the stored tracks.

Problem

System doesn’t turn

on

No sound

Poor radio

reception

CD doesn’t play

CD sound skips

No sound in

mode

Solution

• Unplug the unit for a moment, and then plug it back in.

• Check the outlet by plugging in another device

• Adjust volume setting.

• Make sure you’ve selected the correct function

• Adjust the antenna for better reception

• Try turning off electrical appliances near the unit, such as hair dryers,

vacuum cleaners, or fluorescent lights

• Make sure you’ve put a CD in the tray

• Make sure the CD’s label is facing up

• Try another CD

• Make sure that Pause mode is not activated

• Make sure CD function is selected

• Clean the CD (as explained in “Maintenance”)

• Check CD for warping, scratches, or other damage

• Ensure volume of the mp3 player is turned up.

ESD Remark:

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.

Cleaning the exterior

•Disconnect the system from AC power

before cleaning the exterior of the unit

with a soft dust cloth

•Clean the exterior with a soft clean cloth

or slightly moistened chamois leather. DO

NOT use solvents as it may cause damage

to the unit.

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

• 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.

•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.

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.

1. Program mode is activated.

2. Repeat mode is activated.

3. Shuffle mode is activated.

4. Playback in progress.

5. Radio frequency unit.

EN/F/E

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC

Rules. Operation is subject to the following

two conditions: (1) This device may not cause

harmful interference, and (2) this device must

accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired

operation.

In accordance with FCC requirements, changes

or modifications not expressly approved by

Thomson Inc. could void the user’s authority

to operate this product.

This device generates and uses radio

frequency (RF) energy, and if not installed and

used properly, this equipment may cause

interference to radio and television reception.

If this equipment does cause interference to

radio or television reception (which you can

determine by turning the equipment off and

on), try to correct the interference by one or

more of the following measures:

• Reorient the receiving antenna (that is, the

antenna for the radio or television that is

"receiving" the interference).

• Move the unit away from the equipment

that is receiving interference.

• Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so

that the unit and the equipment receiving

interference are on different branch circuits.

If these measures do not eliminate the

interference, please consult your dealer or an

experienced radio/television technician for

additional suggestions.

Also, the Federal Communications Commission

has prepared a helpful booklet, "How To

Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference

Problems." This booklet is available from the

U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,

DC 20402. Please specify stock number 004-

000-00345-4 when ordering copies.

This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR

Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of

manufacture.

For Your Safety

The AC power plug is polarized

(one blade is wider than the

other) and only fits into AC power

outlets one way. If the plug won’t

go into the outlet completely, turn

the plug over and try to insert it

the other way. If it still won’t fit, contact a

qualified electrician to change the outlet, or use a

different one. Do not attempt to bypass this

safety feature.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,

MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,

FULLY INSERT.

Have a Blast-Just Not in your

eardrums!

Make sure you turn down the

volume on the unit before you

put on headphones. Increase

the volume to the desired level

only after headphone are in

place.

Technical Information

Product: Portable CD Radio

Brand: RCA

Model: RCD029/RCD030

Electrical

Consumption

Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz

Power Consumption: 15 Watts

IMPORTER

Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de

C.V.

Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13.

Col. Roma. Delegación Cuauhtémoc

C.P. 06700. México, D.F.

Telefono: 52-55-11-020360

RFC: CTM-980723-KS5

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

transporting it from a cold place to a

warm place, as condensation may cause

the system to malfunction.

• Keep your unit away from humid areas

and abnormally hot places.

• Do not touch the player with wet hands.

If any liquid 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 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

soft brush, or use an air blower brush

designed for camera lenses.

• The apparatus shall not be exposed to

dripping or splashing and that no objects

filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be

placed on the apparatus.

• No naked flame sources, such as lighted

candles, should be placed on the

apparatus.

• Attention should be drawn to the

environmental aspects of battery disposal.

EXPORTER

Thomson Inc.

P. O. Box 1976

Indianapolis, IN 46206 - 1976

©2006 Thomson Inc.

Trademark(s) ® Registered

Marque(s) ® Deposée(s)

Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)

www.rca.com

Printed in China / Impreso en China

5625 4840 (EN/F/E)

IMPORTADOR

Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V.

Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13.

Col. Roma. Delegación Cuauhtémoc

C.P. 06700. México, D.F.

Telefono: 52-55-11-020360

RFC: CTM-980723-KS5

Battery Power

You can insert 6 C-sized alkaline batteries (not

supplied) and you can take your stereo just about

anywhere.

• Open the battery compartment door on the

bottom of the unit by pressing down on the tab

and pulling out the cover.

• Before inserting the batteries, observe the

polarities (that is, + and -) of the battery, then

relate the polarities to the engraved diagram

located on the battery compartment door. Insert

batteries in the battery compartment.

Note that the AC line cord must be

unplugged from the jack on the back of the

unit to operate on batteries.

Important Battery Information

• Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you

do not use your system for more than one month.

• Discard leaky batteries immediately as leaking

batteries may cause skin burns or other personal

injuries. Dispose of batteries in the proper

manner, according to provincial and local

regulations.

• Any battery may leak electrolyte under the

following 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

• Be sure to remove batteries when storing the

set for more than 30 days. Leaky batteries can

badly damage the system. Be sure to dispose of

leaky, weak or dead batteries properly according

to federal, state, and local regulations. To prevent

injury or damage, do not reverse batteries and do

not mix battery type.

Useful Advice

• Do not use your system immediately after

transporting it from a cold place to a warm

place, as condensation may cause the system

to malfunction. If moisture forms inside this

system, it may not operate properly. To correct

the problem, turn off the power and wait

about 30 minutes for moisture to evaporate.

• This system is fitted with a laser. To avoid

accidents, it is to be opened by qualified

technicians only.

• Never leave the tray open as dust could

cover the laser lens and/or the tray could be

bumped into accidentally.

• Do not place the system near wet areas such

as bathrooms and pool side. Avoid storing the

system at humid places or near abnormally

heated areas.

• Power is continuously supplied to the

system. To disconnect power completely,

unplug the power cord from the power

outlet.

• Ensure minimum distance around the

apparatus for sufficient ventilation.The

ventilation should not be impeded by

covering the ventilation openings with items,

such as newspaper, etc.

• No naked flame source, such as lighted

candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

• Attention should be paid to enviornment

aspects of battery disposal.

AC Power

Plug the power supply cord into the AC power

jack on the back of the unit, and into an AC

power supply outlet that accepts the plug

supplied with your unit.

Back View

AC ~ IN - Insert the power cord here.

Antenna - Extend the antenna for better radio

reception.

Bottom View

OPEN - Push and slide to lift up the battery

compartment door.

Radio

Note:Note:

Note:Note:

Note:

• The unit can program up

to 20 normal audio CD

tracks.

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

player.

Sound Feature

Bass Boost System

Press BASS to turn the digital bass boost

system on and off.

mp3 Input

Selecting mp3 Input

Slide the SELECTION switch to position.

An mp3 player icon shows on the display.

Tips:Tips:

Tips:Tips:

Tips:

Adjust volume by turning

VOLVOL

VOLVOL

VOL.

Control other playback operations on

the mp3 player.

Connecting mp3 Player

Open the mp3 storage compartment by pushing

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.

For Your Records

In the event that service should be required, you

may need the model number. In the space below,

record the date and place of purchase:

Model No.

Date of Purchase

Place of Purchase

Service Information

This product should be serviced only by those

specially trained in appropriate servicing

techniques. For instructions on how to obtain

service, refer to the warranty included in this

Guide.