RT2390 EN sheet final 12/28/04 9:42 AM Page 1 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. 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 unplugging the unit), try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Re-orient 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 004-00000345-4 when ordering copies. This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture. Getting Started Technical Specification Product: Dolby Digital Audio Receiver Brand: RCA Model: RT2390 Digital Connections Read instructions carefully when connecting components to the receiver. Digital In Jacks can accept Dolby Digital (AC-3) or PCM signals when compatible components are connected. NOTE The system is equipped with Dolby Digital, and manufactured under License from Dolby Laboratories. user manual Electrical current consumption Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz Power consumption: 135 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 OPTICAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO) Optical Fiber Cable Connect to optical digital output of DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible devices. SAT / DVD / CD Player / TV COAXIAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO) Connect to coaxial digital output of DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible devices. DVD / CD / SAT COAXIAL OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 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. FM 75 GND AM LOOP 3 SUB CEN 6 SR SL FR FL AUDIO INPUT L Connecting for Power Make sure you connect all your other electronic components and the speakers before plugging your receiver into the outlet. Plug the power cord in the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. SPEAKERS R SUBWOOFER AUDIO OUT IN COAXIAL OPTICAL DVD SAT TV VCR CD TAPE DIGITAL AUDIO TV Connections TVs with RF input may need a RF modulator (not included) for inputting audio signals. TV Using Headphones To listen privately through your audio system, use the PHONES jack on the receiver. However, make sure you turn down the volume before you put on the headphones. Increase the volume to the desired level after headphones are in place. Once headphones are connected, "HEADPHONE DOWN MIX 2 CHANNEL" will scroll on display. This feature automatically converts multi-channel speaker outputs to 2 channel stereo for your listening pleasure. RF cable For Your Records 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. Remote Control No. Date of Purchase Place of Purchase Serial No. RF in RF out 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 RF modulator Audio in RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WA R N I N G S I G N ALERTING YOU OF "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" INSIDE THE PRODUCT. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERS E RV I C E A B L E PA R T S I N S I D E . R E F E R S E RV I C I N G TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF I M P O R TA N T INSTRUCTIONS A C C O M PA N Y I N G T H E P R O D U C T. CAUTION Audio cable Audio out 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 The diagram shown above may varies from your actual RF modulator, please refer to your RF modulator manual. Hearing Comfort & Well-Being · Do not play your headset at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous extended play. · If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use. EXPORTER Thomson Inc. P.O. Box 1976 Indianapolis, IN 46206 - 1976 © 2004 Thomson Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Marque(s) Deposée 55984640 (EN) www.rca.com Printed in China / Impreso en China RT2390 It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time. Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo. SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Connecting the Antennas The AM and FM antennas connect to the AM and FM terminals on the system's back panel. Factory Setting The unit is preset to the following settings when you first power the receiver up right out of the box: Function = TUNER Volume setting = 25 Bass & treble = 0 dB EQ - FLAT Speaker settings: Center, surr = YES Subwoofer = STRONG DRC = OFF Operating Your Receiver 7. Adjustment Buttons · Press the Left or Right buttons to select among setting items in setup mode: SLEEP, DIMMER, SPEAKER DISTANCE, SPEAKER SETUP, and audio input source (ANALOG, OPTICAL / COAXIAL). · Press the Up or Down buttons to adjust the values when the display shows the setup you want to change. 8. SURROUND Selects among surround sound settings: DOLBY PL II EMULATION, DOLBY PL II MUSIC, DOLBY PL II MOVIE, STEREO, DISCO, STADIUM, THEATER, JAZZ CLUB, ARENA, 3 STEREO. 9. EQUALIZER Selects among preset equalizer modes. (only available in stereo mode) 10. NIGHT Selects among Night mode options (DRC OFF, SOFT and ON) which compresses the volume difference between normal voices and sounds such as explosions. (Available only during Dolby digital signal playback) 11. LEVEL Speaker LEVEL setting and Test tone. Refer to "Advanced Sound Control" for details. 12. SUBWOOFER Selects among subwoofer output level (SOFT SUBWOOFER, BALANCED SUBWOOFER, STRONG SUBWOOFER, POWERFUL SUBWOOFER). 13. Number Buttons Directly access a preset station in Tuner mode. 14. SETUP Enters Setup mode. Use the Left and Right adjustment buttons to select among setup options. (SLEEP, DIMMER, FRONT SPK DISTANCE, CENTER SPK DISTANCE, SURROUND SPK DISTANCE, CENTER SPK ON/OFF, SURROUND SPK ON/OFF, DIGITAL INPUT). 15. Operation Buttons In TUNER mode: · Press the TUNER - and TUNER + keys to tune down or up the radio frequency. · Press SAVE to activate the preset station saving and press to confirm preset station settings. · PLAY, RECORD, STOP and PAUSE keys are only for easy control of external devices that are connected to your receiver such as CD, VCR, DVD, TAPE, etc.. The remote control currently operates most Thomson, RCA and GE products. TUNED · Tuner station detected. L C R Operating Your Receiver Example 1: If you have connected a DVD player to the DVD input on the receiver, press the SOURCE buttons on the main unit repeatedly until DVD is selected or press DVD·6CH on the remote control to receive the sounds and images transmitted by the DVD. Getting Started Unpacking the Receiver You should recive the following items: · One receiver unit · One pair of "AAA" batteries · One pig-tail antenna wire · One external AM loop antenna · One instruction book; · One safety leaflet · One Quick Connection Guide · One Remote Control They must be hooked up in order to receive clear reception. Volume Punchthrough Set up and Maintenance of the Receiver Provide spaces for sufficient ventilation as indicated: AM Loop Antenna and FM Indoor Antenna 1. Uncoil the Antenna wire and locate the base end of the AM antenna. 2. Press down on the Antenna tab to open the terminal. 3. Inert the antenna wires into the terminal and release the tabs to secure the wires in place. NOTE Volume punchthrough can be done in all non-Tuner modes. LS LFE RS 10 cm/4" NOTE STRONG SUBWOOFER setting makes the output level of subwoofer speaker to be stronger than normal Dolby setting. Adjust the SUBWOOFER setting by pressing the SUBWOOFER key to achieve the best bass performance. 10 cm/ 4" Front View 10 cm/ 4" · Speaker Icons. L - Front left speaker C - Center speaker R - Front right speaker LS - Left surround (rear) speaker RS - Right surround (rear) speaker LFE - Subwoofer speaker SLEEP · Unit in Sleep mode. MEMORY · Unit is in Tuner Preset Station mode. KHz / MHz · Tuner frequency unit. By default, the VOL+ / VOL- and MUTE buttons will only control the receiver, regardless which mode (TV, VCR, etc) the receiver is in. By programming the volume punchthrough function, you can also control the volume of the TV. Example 2: Based on the example 1, the DVD is playing , if a VCR is connected to the VCR input of the receiver, press the SOURCE buttons on the main unit repeatedly until VCR is selected or press AUX 1 (VCR) on the remote control. The sound from the VCR source will replace the DVD. Unpacking The Speakers One set of speakers including: · 1 set of left and right front speakers, · 1 centre speaker, · 1 subwoofer and · 1 set of left and right rear speakers · 6 speaker wires including: - 1 X green/grey striped wire for center speaker - 1 X red/grey striped wire for front right speaker - 1 X white/grey striped wire for front left speaker - 1 X purple/grey striped wire for subwoofer GEFAHR EINES - 1 X blue/grey striped wire for rear ELEKTRISCHEN SCHLAGS left speaker - 1 X gray/grey striped wire for rear right speaker 10 cm/4" 5 cm/ 2" NOTE Controlling the TV volume can be done in any non-Tuner modes. Side View Reset to Factory Settings · Do not connect to the AC power cords until all connections are completed. · Do not use your set immediately after transferring it from a cold place to a warm place: there is risk of condensation. · Do not expose your set to water and excessively high temperatures. · After having disconnected your set, clean the case with a soft cloth, or with a slightly damp leather chamois. Never use strong solvents. WARNING HINT · For FM reception, extend antenna to its full length. · For AM reception, rotate the antenna horizontally to get better reception. All preset radio stations and surround sound setting will be lost after factory setting is restored. You may restore factory setting with the following procedures: 1. Enter SAT mode. 2. Press PRESET UP, PRESET DOWN, SOURCE UP to reset the unit. All preset stations will reset to FM87.5MHz and all receiver settings restore to default settings as described above. Switching the unit on and off · To switch on the receiver, press the STANDBY/ON button on the main unit once, or the ON·OFF button on the remote control. Inserting Batteries into Remote Control Insert two "AAA" (R03) batteries according to the + and - signs in the battery compartment. To use the remote control, point it directly at your receiver. Install batteries as follows: 1. Remove battery compartment door by applying thumb pressure on battery door and then lift the door out and off the cabinet. 2. Insert 2 AAA batteries in the compartment and replace the compartment door. Protect your Components from Overheating ...