user manual M4202 M4204 M4208 MC4202 MC4204 MC4208 It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time. Contents Safety information FCC information ...............................................................................3 Manufacturer/Responsible party ...............................................3 Product registration ........................................................................3 For your records ...............................................................................3 Important battery information ...................................................4 Electrostatic disturbance ...............................................................4 Headset safety ..................................................................................4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ..........................................5 Radio Playing FM radio ...............................................................................19 Storing and recalling preset stations ........................................19 Recording FM radio .........................................................................20 Improving FM radio sound ...........................................................20 Playing back FM radio recordings ..............................................21 Copying recordings to your PC ...................................................21 Audiobooks Playing audiobooks .........................................................................22 Audiobooks playback controls ....................................................22 Skipping through audiobook sections ....................................22 End user license agreement End user license agreement .........................................................6 Before you begin Copyright warning...........................................................................8 Back up your data ............................................................................8 Unpacking your player ...................................................................8 Computer system requirements .................................................8 Secure music transfer requirements .........................................8 Getting the latest software, firmware and information .....8 Frequently asked questions .........................................................8 Connecting to the computer .......................................................9 Charging the player.........................................................................9 Favorites Creating a "Favorites" playlist ......................................................23 Removing files from "Favorites" playlist ..................................23 Voice Memo Recording voice memo ..................................................................24 Playing back voice memo .............................................................24 Copying recordings to your PC ...................................................24 Settings Managing files on your RCA Player Using RCA EasyRip ...........................................................................10 Using Windows Explorer................................................................12 Deleting files from the player ......................................................12 Disconnecting the player from the PC .....................................12 Changing the player's settings ....................................................25 Shuffle .................................................................................................25 Equalizer ..............................................................................................25 Customize menu ..............................................................................25 Slideshow ............................................................................................25 Brightness ..........................................................................................25 Screensaver ........................................................................................25 Power save .........................................................................................25 RecDur (Record duration) .............................................................25 FreqStep (Frequency Step) ...........................................................25 Language ...........................................................................................25 Protocal ................................................................................................25 System info .........................................................................................25 Restore defaults ................................................................................25 General controls Turning the player on and off......................................................13 Locking the player controls ..........................................................13 Resetting the player ........................................................................13 Using the menus Menu types .........................................................................................14 Menu navigation ..............................................................................14 The Home menu ...............................................................................15 Additional information Tips and troubleshooting..............................................................26 Check for updates ............................................................................27 Technical specification ...................................................................27 Specifications .....................................................................................27 Music Playing music files............................................................................16 Music playback..................................................................................16 Music playback display ..................................................................16 Limited warranty Pictures Playing picture files .........................................................................17 Picture viewing .................................................................................17 For US ...................................................................................................28 What your warranty covers:..........................................................28 For Canada ..........................................................................................29 Videos Playing video files ............................................................................18 Video viewing ....................................................................................18 2 Safety information 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 which 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 the 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 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. In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or modifications not expressly approved by manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this product. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la class B est conforme à la norme du NMB-003 du Canada. THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" INSIDE THE PRODUCT. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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. THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT. SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR Product registration ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed. You can go to www. rcaaudiovideo.com for online registration as well. For your records Keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase to obtain warranty parts and service. In the event that service should be required, you may need both 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. RCA RCA M4202 MC4202 RCA RCA M4204 MC4204 RCA RCA M4208 MC4208 Manufacturer/Responsible party Audiovox Electronics Corp, 150 Marcus Blvd, Hauppauge, NY 11788 1-800-878-5779 3 Safety information Important battery information Warning: Your product contains a battery and charging system which is designed to work in temperatures that do not exceed 50°C (122°F). Leaving this product in a closed automobile or the trunk of an automobile where temperatures may exceed 50°C may result in permanent battery damage, fire, or explosion. Please remove your product from the automobile when you exit, do not place your product in the trunk of your automobile, and do not leave your product in any location where temperatures may exceed 50°C. 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. · 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. To minimize the risk of fire, explosion, or chemical burn, observe the following precautions: · Do not use an unauthorized battery. Use only the rechargeable battery that came with your product or that is listed in the user's guide. · Do not use unauthorized chargers or power adapters. Use only chargers that came with your product or that is listed in the user's guide. · Do not attempt to open the rechargeable battery or battery pack. There are no user serviceable parts inside. · Do not leave in a hot automobile or in temperatures exceeding 50°C (122°F). Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Electrostatic disturbance This unit may temporarily cease to function if subjected to electrostatic disturbance. To resume normal operation, you may reset the player by pressing and holding /MENU for more than 10 seconds. Precautions for the player · Do not use the unit immediately after transportation from a cold place to a warm place; condensation problems may result. Avoid shock to the unit. Do not store the unit near fire, places with high temperature or in direct sunlight. Exposure to direct sunlight or extreme heat (such as inside a parked car) may cause damage or malfunction. Do not expose to rain or moisture. Do not operate or store unit in places with frequent static electricity or electrical noise (e.g. speaker, TV set). Clean the unit with a soft cloth or a damp chamois leather. Never use solvents. The unit must only be opened by qualified personnel. · · · · · · Headset safety To use a headset safely, please keep the following in mind: · Do not p ...