user manual TH161 & TC161 series It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time. Contents Safety information FCC information ...............................................................................3 Product registration ........................................................................3 For your records ...............................................................................3 Important battery precautions ...................................................4 Electrostatic disturbance ...............................................................4 Headset safety ..................................................................................4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ..........................................5 Voice Memo Recording voice memo ..................................................................20 Playing back voice memo .............................................................20 Copying recordings to your PC ...................................................20 Favorites Creating a "Favorites" playlist ......................................................21 Removing files from "Favorites" playlist ..................................21 End user license agreement End user license agreement .........................................................6 Settings Changing the player's settings ....................................................22 Shuffle .................................................................................................22 Equalizer ..............................................................................................22 Screensaver ........................................................................................22 Power save .........................................................................................22 RecDur (Record duration) .............................................................22 FreqStep (Frequency step) ............................................................22 Language ...........................................................................................22 System info .........................................................................................22 Restore defaults ................................................................................22 Before you begin Copyright warning...........................................................................8 Back up your data ............................................................................8 Unpacking your player ...................................................................8 Computer system requirements .................................................8 Getting the latest software, firmware and information .....8 Frequently asked questions .........................................................8 Installing the battery in the player ............................................9 Connecting to the computer .......................................................9 Additional information 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 Tips and troubleshooting..............................................................23 Check for updates ............................................................................24 Specifications .....................................................................................24 Limited warranty For US ...................................................................................................25 For Canada ..........................................................................................26 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 Music Playing music files............................................................................16 Music playback controls ................................................................16 Audiobooks Playing audiobooks .........................................................................17 Audiobook playback controls......................................................17 Skipping through audiobook sections ....................................17 Radio Playing FM radio ...............................................................................18 Storing and recalling preset stations ........................................18 Improving FM radio sound ...........................................................19 Recording FM radio .........................................................................19 Playing back FM radio recordings ..............................................19 Copying recordings to your PC ...................................................19 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. RCA RCA 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 Manufacturer/Responsible Party Audiovox Electronics Corp, 150 Marcus Blvd, Hauppauge, NY 11788 1-800-878-5779 ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Product registration 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. 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. TH1611 TH1611BL RCA RCA TC1611 TH1611RD RCA TH1611SL 3 Safety information 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. Headset safety To use a headset safely, please keep the following in mind: · Do not play your headset at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous extended play. · If you experience ringing in your ears, turn down the volume or stop using the headset. · Do not use a headset while driving a motorized vehicle or riding a bike. It may cause a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas. · Even if your headset is an open-air type designed to let you hear outside sounds, don't turn up the volume so high that can't hear sounds around you. · · · · Electrostatic disturbance This unit may temporarily cease to function if subjected to electrostatic disturbance. To resume normal operation, you may reset the player by removing and re-installing the battery. 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. · · · · · · 4 Safety information IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION PLEASE READ AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 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 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. ] · Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or 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 ...