RCA Ri500 Ri500 Product Manual - English and Spanish

user

manual

manual de usuario

EN/E

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

Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su equipo.

Ri500

v1.1 (EN/E)

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

undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested

and found to comply with the

limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in

a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses, and

can radiate radio frequency energy

and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions,

may cause harmful interference to

radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee

that interference will not occur

in a particular installation. If

this equipment does cause

harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can

be determined by turning the

equipment off and on, the user is

For your records

In the event that service should be

required, you may need the model

number and the serial number.

In

the space below, record the date

and place of purchase and the

serial number:

Model No.:

Date of Purchase:

Place of Purchase:

Serial No.:

encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the

following measures

•

Reorient or relocate the

receiving antenna.

•

Increase the separation

between the equipment and

receiver.

•

Connect the equipment into

an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the

receiver is connected.

•

Consult the dealer or

an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

Changes or modifications not

expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could

void the user’s authority to

operate the equipment.

Technical Information

Product: Speaker/Radio for use

with iPod

Brand: RCA

Model: Ri500

Unit size: 300x167.3x160mm

Weight: 1.43KG

Electrical Consumption

External AC adaptor: 12V

1.5A

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 user manual.

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.

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Before you begin

General controls

iPod

Radio

Auxiliary input

Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Precautions

•

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.

Box contents

•

one main unit

•

one remote control

•

eight iPod adapters

•

one AC/DC power adapter

•

one user manual

Plugging in for power

Insert the connector of the AC/DC

adpater to the power jack at the

back of the unit.

Connect the

power plug of the adapter to a

suitable power outlet.

External AC/DC adapter input

Power supply: 100-240VAC 0.7A

50/60Hz

Note:

Power is fed to the unit even

when it is not functioning. To cut

the power supply off, the power

cable must be unplugged.

Troubleshooting tips

System doesn’t turn on

•

Unplug the unit for a

moment, and then plug it

back in.

•

Check the outlet by plugging

in another device.

No sound

•

Adjust volume setting.

•

Make sure you’ve selected the

correct function.

Poor radio reception

•

Try turning off electrical

appliances near the unit,

such as hair dryers, vacuum

cleaners, or fluorescent lights.

iPod does not start play

•

Make sure the iPod is properly

connected to the universal

dock for iPod.

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.

More information

iPod is a trademark of Apple

Computer, Inc., registered in the

U.S. and other countries.

Front view

– To switch on or off the unit.

SOURCE

– To select among AM

radio, FM radio, iPod and AUX

modes.

MODE

– To recall preset radio

stations in radio mode. To select

the repeat and shuffle mode

during iPod playback.

– To select radio frequencies

(radio mode) or files on the

iPod. Press and hold during iPod

playback to search forward or

backward quickly.

PUSH

– Universal dock for iPod®.

Push to close or open.

Top view

EQ

– To select an equalizer sound

mode.

VOLUME +/–

– To adjust the

volume level.

Back view

AUX IN

– To connect with external

device with an audio cable (not

provided).

DC 12V

– To connect with the

AC/DC power adapter for power

supply.

Remote control

AM/FM

–

To turn on the unit

from power off and select the

radio band. To select the radio

from other modes.

ON/OFF

– To switch on or off the

unit.

iPod/AUX

– To turn on the unit

from power off. To select iPod or

AUX mode from other modes.

VOL+/VOL–

– To adjust the volume

level.

SKIP–/MEM–

or

SKIP+/MEM+

–

To select radio frequencies (radio

mode) or files on the iPod. Press

and hold during iPod playback

to search forward or backward

quickly.

PROG/SHUFFLE

– To store radio

stations as presets. To select

the shuffle mode during iPod

playback.

RECALL/REPEAT

– To recall preset

radio stations in radio mode. To

select the repeat mode during

iPod playback.

MUTE

– To mute or restore sound

output.

EQ

– To select an equalizer sound

mode.

Basic playback

1. Push the universal dock for

iPod at the front of the unit

to open it.

2. Eight adapters are supplied.

Check the table on the right

and use the appropriate

adapter for your iPod.

3. Place the adapter and then

your iPod on the universal

dock for iPod.

4. Press

SOURCE

or

iPod/AUX

to

select the iPod mode.

•

Playback from the iPod starts

automatically.

•

The blue indicator on the

dock lights in iPod mode with

your iPod connected.

•

Blue indicator blinks if there is

no iPod connected.

5. Press

on the main unit or

SKIP–/MEM–

or

SKIP+/MEM+

on the remote control to skip

to the previous or next file.

Press and hold

,

SKIP–

/MEM–

or

SKIP+/MEM+

to

search backward or forward

quickly during playback.

6. Other playback controls such

as pause and menu navigation

should be operated on the

iPod.

Made for:

•

iPod with video (30GB, 60GB,

80GB)

5th generation

•

iPod photo (20GB U2 Special

Edition, 30GB U2 Special

Edition, 40GB, 60GB)

4th

generation

•

iPod (20GB, 20GB U2

Special Edition, 40GB)

4th

generation

•

iPod nano (2GB, 4GB)

1st

generation

•

iPod mini (4GB, 6GB)

1st &

2nd generations

•

iPod touch (8GB, 16GB)

•

iPod classic (80GB, 160GB)

For the latest iPod models, please

use the adapter provided with

your iPod.

You may charge the

battery of your iPod

through the universal

dock for iPod while the unit

is turned off (standby mode)

or in the iPod mode. The blue

indicator on the dock lights

in iPod or standby mode with

your iPod connected. Charging

control should be operated on

the iPod.

Press

SOURCE

or

AM/FM

to select

the radio mode.

Selecting radio band

Press

SOURCE

or

AM/FM

to select

a radio band.

Tuning frequencies

•

Press

on the main unit or

SKIP–/MEM–

/

SKIP+/MEM+

on the remote control to

select frequencies.

•

Press and hold either button

briefly and then release to

start automatic search for the

next available station.

Storing frequencies

1. Tune to a radio station (refer

to the above instructions).

2. Press and hold

PROG/SHUFFLE

on the remote control.

•

“P01” blinks on the display.

3. Select a desired preset

location by pressing

on

the main unit or

SKIP–/MEM–

or

SKIP+/MEM+

on the

remote control.

•

There are 20 preset locations

for FM and 20 preset locations

for AM on this unit.

4. Press

PROG/SHUFFLE

on the

remote control to store the

radio station at the selected

preset location.

Recalling preset stations

Press

MODE

on the main unit or

RECALL/REPEAT

on the remote

control to select a desired preset

station.

1. Connect the auxiliary device

to the AUX IN jack with an

audio cable (not provided).

2. Press

SOURCE

or

iPod/AUX

to

select the AUX mode.

3. Start playback from the

auxiliary device.

4. Adjust the auxiliary device to

mid-range volume and adjust

the the master volume by

pressing

VOLUME+/–

on the

Sound controls

Volume control

Press

VOLUME+/–

on the main

unit or the remote control for

the volume control. The selected

volume level will show briefly on

the display.

EQ

Press

EQ

on either the main unit

or the remote control to select

among rock, jazz, pop, classic and

EQ off modes. The selected EQ

mode will show on the display.

Muting

1. Press

MUTE

on the remote

control to mute sound output.

•

The display flashes while the

sound output is muted.

2. Press

MUTE

or

VOLUME+/–

to

restore the sound output.

Display

Function modes

Stereo sound (radio)

EQ modes

Radio frequency units

Radio frequencies or volume level

Note

Insert 2 AAA

batteries (batteries

not included) in the

remote control before use.

ROCK-

JAZZ-

POP-

CLASS.

Repeat playback

During playback, press

MODE

on

the main unit or

RECALL/REPEAT

on the remote control to select a

repeat playback mode (repeat 1 or

repeat all).

To cancel repeat playback, repeat

the step above until no repeat

mode is selected.

Shuffle playback

During playback, press and hold

MODE

on the main unit or press

PROG/SHUFFLE

on the remote

control to select the shuffle

playback mode.

To cancel shuffle playback, repeat

the step above until no shuffle

mode is selected.

Disconnecting the iPod

1. Remove the iPod from the

universal dock and close the

dock.

2. Press

SOURCE

,

AM/FM

or

iPod/AUX

to select another

function, or press

ON/OFF

to

turn off the unit.

Back view

Top view

Front view

the provided plug does not

fit into your outlet, consult an

electrician for replacement of

the obsolete outlet.

•

Protect the power cord

from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs,

convenience receptacles, and

the point where they exit

from the apparatus.

•

Only use attachments/

accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

•

Use only with the

cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table

specified by the

manufacturer, or sold with

the apparatus. When a cart

is used, use caution when

moving the cart/apparatus

combination to avoid injury

from tip-over.

•

Unplug this apparatus during

lightning storms or when

unused for long periods of

time.

•

Refer all servicing to qualified

service personnel. Servicing is

required when the apparatus

has been damaged in any way,

such as power-supply cord or

Some of the following information

may not apply to your particular

product; however, as with any

electronic product, precautions

should be observed during

handling and use.

•

Read these instructions.

•

Keep these instructions.

•

Heed all warnings.

•

Follow all instructions.

•

Do not use this apparatus

near water.

•

Clean only with dry cloth.

•

Do not block any ventilation

openings. Install in accordance

with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

•

Do not install near any heat

sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or

other apparatus (including

amplifiers) that produce heat.

•

Do not defeat the safety

purpose of the polarized

or grounding-type plug. A

polarized plug has two blades

with one wider than the

other. A grounding type plug

has two blades and a third

grounding prong. The wide

blade or the third prong is

provided for your safety. If

plug is damaged, liquid has

been spilled or objects have

fallen into the apparatus, the

apparatus has been exposed

to rain or moisture, does not

operate normally, or has been

dropped.

•

ADDITIONAL SAFETY

INFORMATION

•

Apparatus shall not be

exposed to dripping or

splashing and no objects

filled with liquids, such as

vases, shall be placed on the

apparatus.

•

Always leave sufficient space

around the product for

ventilation. Do not place

product in or on a bed, rug,

in a bookcase or cabinet that

may prevent air flow through

vent openings.

•

Do not place lighted candles,

cigarettes, cigars, etc. on the

product.

•

Connect power cord only to

AC power source as marked

on the product.

•

Care should be taken so that

objects do not fall into the

product.

•

Do not attempt to disassemble

the cabinet. This product

does not contain customer

serviceable components.

•

The AC main power adaptor

is considered as the main

disconnect device.

•

IF YOUR PRODUCT

OPERATES ON BATTERIES,

adhere to the following

precautions:

A. Any battery may leak

electrolyte if mixed with

a different battery type, if

inserted incorrectly, or if all

batteries are not replaced at

the same time.

B. Any battery may leak

electrolyte or explode if

disposed of in fire or an

attempt is made to charge a

battery not intended to be

recharged.

C. Discard leaky batteries

immediately. Leaking batteries

can cause skin burns or

other personal injury. When

discarding batteries, be sure

to dispose of them in the

proper manner, according to

your state/provincial and local

regulations.

The AC/DC Adaptor supplied

with this product is intended

to be correctly orientated in a

vertical or floor mount position.

Important Battery

Precautions

•

Any battery may present a risk

of fire, explosion, or chemical

burn if abused. Do not try to

charge a battery that is not

intended to be recharged, do

not incinerate, and do not

puncture.

•

Non-rechargeable batteries,

such as alkaline batteries, may

leak if left in your product for

a long period of time. Remove

the batteries from the product

if you are not going to use it

for a month or more.

main unit or

VOL+/–

on the

remote control.

•

Do not turn the volume of

the auxiliary device too high

as this may affect the sound

quality.

•

For other playback operations,

control them on your auxiliary

device.

More information

•

If your product uses more

than one battery, do not mix

types and make sure they

are inserted correctly. Mixing

types or inserting incorrectly

may cause them to leak.

•

Discard any leaky or deformed

battery immediately. They

may cause skin burns or other

personal injury.

•

Please help to protect the

environment by recycling

or disposing of batteries

according to federal, state,

and local regulations.

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

CAUTION

THE LIGHTNING

FLASH AND

ARROWHEAD 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 INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

THE EXCLAMATION

POINT WITHIN THE

TRIANGLE IS A

WARNING SIGN

ALERTING YOU OF

IMPORTANT

INSTRUCTIONS

ACCOMPANYING

THE PRODUCT.

ROCK-

JAZZ-

POP-

CLASS.

ON/OFF

AM/FM

iPod/AUX

VOL+

VOL–-

PROG/

RECALL/

MUTE

EQ

SKIP–/MEM–-

SKIP+/MEM+

SHUFFLE REPEAT

Warning: The AC/DC Adaptor is

used as disconnect device and it

should remain readily operable

during intended used. In order

to disconnect the apparatus

from the mains completely,

the AC/DC Adaptor should be

disconnected from the mains

socket outlet completely.

AVC MULTIMEDIA (“AVC”)

makes the following limited warranty. This

limited warranty extend to the original consumer purchaser and is limited

to non-commercial use of the product.

One Year Parts & Labor Warranty

AVC

products purchased in the United States are warranted to be free

from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from

the date of their original retail purchase. If the unit fails to conform to this

warranty, we will service the product using new or refurbished parts and

products, at

AVC

’s sole discretion.

During a period of one year from the effective warranty date,

AVC

will

provide, when needed, service labor to repair a manufacturing defect at its

designated Service Center. To obtain warranty service in the Untied States,

you must first call our

Customer Support Center at 1-866-444-5746

or 1-800-252-6123, during the hours listed in the box on the right.

The determination of service will be made by

AVC

Customer Support.

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR UNIT TO AVC WITHOUT PRIOR

AUTHORIZATION.

New or remanufactured replacements for defective

parts or products will be used for repairs by

AVC

at its designated Service

Center for one year from the effective warranty date. Such replacement

parts or products are warranted for an additional one year from the

date of repair or replacement. The Customer will be required to ship

the unit to the Service Center indicated at the time Customer Support is

contacted to make the necessary repairs. The customer is responsible for all

transportation charges to the service facility.

Packaging and Shipping Instruction

When you send the product to the

AVC

service facility you must use the

original carton box and packing material or an equivalent as designated by

AVC

.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Your Responsibility

1) You must retain the original sale receipt to provide proof of

purchase.

2) These warranties are effective only if the product is purchased and

operated in the U.S.A. or Canada.

3) Warranties extend only to defects in material or workmanship, and do

not extend to any product or parts which have been lost or discarded,

or damage to product or parts caused by misuse, accident, improper

operation or maintenance, or use in violation of instructions provided

with the product, or to product which has been altered or modified

without authorization of

AVC

, or to products or parts thereof which

have had the serial number removed or changed.

Out of Warranty

All warranties implied by state law, including the implied warranties

of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose,

are expressly

limited to the duration of the limited warranties set forth above. With

the exception of any warranties implied by state law as hereby limited,

the foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties,

guarantees, agreements and similar obligations of manufacturer or seller

with respect to the repair or replacement of any parts. In no event shall

AVC

be liable for consequential or incidental damages.

No person, agent, distributor, dealer or company is authorized to change,

modify or extend the terms of these warranties in any manner whatsoever.

The time within action must be commenced to enforce any obligation of

AVC

arising under the warranty or under any statute, or law of the United

States or any state thereof, is hereby limited to one year from the date

of purchase. This limitation does not apply to implied warranties arising

under state law.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other

rights, which may vary, from state to state. Some states do not allow

limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, when an action may

be brought, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential

damages, so the above provisions may not apply to you.

For more information on other products and services, please visit our web

site at

www.1800customersupport.com/RCA

Important:

Also keep your "Bill of Sale" as proof of purchase.

Model no.

..............................................................................

Product name

...................................................................................

Type of set

.................................................................................

Serial no.

..................................................................................

Invoice no.

........................................................................

Date purchased

..........................................................................

Dealer name

..........................................................................

FOR SERVICE AND REPAIR, PLEASE VISIT


Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without

notice.

In the event your product requires repair after the limited

warranty period has expired, please contact our Customer

Support Center at

1-866-444-5746, 1-800-252-6123 or


Hours: Monday–Thursday: 9am–7pm, Friday: 9am–5pm,

Saturday: 9am–NOON Eastern time.

Important:

You are responsible for any transportation, shipping or insurance

relative to the return of product to our Product Returns Center.

Adapters

iPod with video 30GB

U2 iPod with video 30GB

iPod classic 80GB

iPod with video 60GB

iPod classic 160GB

IMPORTER

AVC Multimedia,

170 Esna Park, Unit 6, Markham,

Ontario L3R 1E3 Canada

© 2008 AVC Multimedia

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RCA Ri500 Ri500 Product Manual - English and Spanish

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