RCA RC205 Clock Radios User Manual
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Warning
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 a 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 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 the 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.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION
- The AC/DC adapter supplied with this product is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor-mount position.
- Do not use unauthorized chargers or power adapters. Use only chargers or power adapters that came with your product or that are listed in the user’s guide.
- The 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 the product in or on a bed, rug, in bookcase, or cabinet that may prevent air flow through vent openings.
- Do not place lighted candles, cigarettes, cigars, etc. 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 marking information is located at the bottom of the apparatus.
- To completely disconnect the power input, the AC/DC adapter of the apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains.
- AC/DC adapter is a disconnect device. The AC/DC adapter should not be obstructed OR should be easily accessed during intended use.
- The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
- 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.
- The use of apparatus in moderate climates.
Electrical consumption
- AC/DC adapter :
- Input: AC 120V ~ 60Hz
- Output: DC 6.0V @ 200mA
FCC Information
Note:
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.
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment to 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 VOXX Accessories Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Before you begin
Plugging in for power
- Connect the power adapter to a convenient wall outlet.
- Once connected with power, the clock flashes. Refer to the Clock section for instructions on properly setting the Clock.
Battery back-up operation
- This clock is equipped with a timekeeping system that can be powered with 2 AAA batteries (not included). The power failure protection circuit will not operate unless batteries are installed.
- When normal household power is interrupted, the batteries will power the clock to keep track of time and alarm settings programmed into memory.
- Normal operation will resume after AC power is restored so you will not have to reset the time or the alarm.
To install the batteries:
- Remove the battery compartment door (located at the bottom of the clock) by applying thumb pressure to the tab on the battery door and then lift the door out and off the cabinet.
- Insert 2 AAA batteries (not included) into the battery compartment.
- Replace the compartment door.
Power failure indicator
If you have not installed 2 AAA batteries (not included) in the product, or the batteries run out while power is interrupted, all the settings (clock and alarm) will be lost. After AC power is restored, the Digital Display will flash to indicate that power was interrupted and you should readjust the time settings. Note: It is recommended to replace the batteries at least once per year even if no power failures have occurred.
General controls
Top view
ON/OFF – Turn the unit on/off. AM/FM – Select between AM and FM bands. Sleep – Activate sleep function. Recall/Store/Set time – Recall a stored radio station; store a radio station; adjust clock time.
Set AL 1/Beep/Music/Off/VOL + – Set Wake 1 and select wake source; increase volume. Set AL 2/Beep/Music/Off/VOL – – Set Wake 2 and select wake source; decrease volume. TUNE –/Minute + – Select radio frequencies; adjust the minute in clock set mode and wake mode. TUNE +/Hour + – Select radio frequencies; adjust the hour in clock set mode and wake mode. SNOOZE – Turn off the wake function momentarily (9 minutes).
Clock
Setting the clock manually
- In clock mode, press and hold Set time until the clock flashes to enter the clock setting mode.
- Press Hour + and Minute + to set the time.
- Press and hold to decrease or increase the time value quickly.
- The clock is in a 12-hour format. The PM indicator appears to show PM time.
- Press Set time to confirm and exit clock setting mode.
Radio
Turning on/off the Radio In clock mode, press the ON/OFF to turn on the radio. Press ON/OFF again to turn off the radio.
Switching band
Press AM/FM repeatedly to select FM or AM band. Tuning the radio Press TUNE +/TUNE – to adjust the radio frequency. Press and hold TUNE +/TUNE – for two seconds to automatically search for the next available station.
Built-in AFC
The Built-In Automatic Frequency Control (AFC) helps to reduce drift on FM reception and keeps the radio locked in on the FM station to which it is tuned. This unit is equipped with an FM antenna at the back. Uncoil the antenna to its full length for the best reception. Tape the end of the antenna onto the wall if possible to improve reception.
AM antenna
A built-in ferrite rod antenna eliminates the need for an outside antenna for AM reception. Rotating the unit slightly may improve the reception of distant AM stations.
Radio
Station presets
To store a station as preset:
- Tune in to a radio station.
- Press and hold Recall/Store. Preset location P01 flashes on the display. Press Recall/Store within five seconds to store the station on preset position 1.
- This unit can store up to 10 FM and 10 AM stations. Your presets are stored one by one from P01 to P10.
Wake function
Setting wake time
This unit allows 2 wake times to be set.
- In clock mode, press and hold Set AL 1 once to set
WAKE 1. - Press Hour + and Minute + to set the wake time.
- Press and hold to decrease or increase the time value quickly.
- To confirm this wake time, press Set AL 1.
- Follow steps 1 to step 3 to set WAKE 2.
Selecting wake source
You may choose a radio or alarm as your wake-up source.
- In clock mode, press Set AL 1 to select wake source: BEEP – Wake 1 by alarm MUSIC – Wake 1 by radio (You will wake up to your most recently tuned radio station.)
- After setting WAKE 1, press Set AL 2 to select the wake source for WAKE 2.
Ways to turn off the alarm
- To silence the wake function momentarily, press SNOOZE. The BEEP or MUSIC wake mode indicator will be flashing during the snooze period. The alarm or radio will be on again when the snooze period (9 minutes) is over.
- To turn off the alarm, press ON/OFF. The wake alarm or radio will activate again the next day.
- To disable the wake function completely, press Set AL 1 or Set AL 2 repeatedly until no wake mode indicator shows on the display.
Sleep function
In sleep mode, the unit will turn off automatically after a specified time (up to 90 minutes).
- Press Sleep repeatedly to cycle through the available durations for Sleep Mode (90min, 80min, 70min … 10min or OFF. The sleep time is defaulted to OFF). The maximum time is 90 minutes. Note that the radio will automatically turn on when initiating SLEEP mode, and it will stay on for the duration of the selected Sleep time.
- To view the remaining time in sleep mode, press Sleep.
- To cancel the sleep function, press ON/OFF or press Sleep repeatedly to select OFF.
Warranty information
12-Month Limited Warranty
This applies to RCA Clock Radios
This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to correction of antenna problems, loss/interruptions of broadcast or internet service, to costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of the product, to corruptions caused by computer viruses, spyware or other malware, to loss of media, files, data or content, or to damage to tapes, discs, removable memory devices or cards, speakers, accessories, computers, computer peripherals, other media players, home networks or vehicle electrical systems.
Recommendations before returning your product for a warranty claim:
- Properly pack your unit. Include any remotes, memory cards, cables, etc. which were originally provided with the product. However DO NOT return any removable batteries, even if batteries were included with the original purchase. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials. Ship to the address shown below.
- Note that the product will be returned with factory default settings. The consumer will be responsible to restore any personal preference settings
- Audiovox Return Center
- Attn: Service Department.
- 150 Marcus Blvd.
- Hauppauge N.Y. 11788
1-800-645-4994 For Canada Customers, please ship to Audiovox Return Centre c/o Genco 6685 Kennedy Road, Unit#3, Door 16, Mississauga, Ontario L5T 3A5
REFERENCE LINK
https://www.rcaaudiovideo.com/clock-radios/?sku=RC205
