2. Setup your RCA Infinite Radio accounts ...9 3. Insert AAA batteries in the base of the radio ...9 4. For RIR205 only: Connect the RCA Wi-Fi Enabler to your network ...9 5. Optional: Connect the radio using an Ethernet cable ...10 6.
Model: RIR200, RIR205 Electrical power source External AC adapter for radio Output: 9.0V DC 1.56A Input: 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz 0.7A External AC adapter for enabler (RIR205 only) Output: 5V DC 1A Input: 100V~240V AC Power THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE...
Safety information Product registration Go to www.rcaaudiovideo.com for online registration. 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.
Safety information IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. •...
(b) You may transfer the Program and license to another party only as a part of the RCA® brand Internet Radio Device (the “Device”), and only if the other party agrees to accept the terms and conditions of this EULA. If you transfer the Program, you must at the same time either transfer all copies to the same party or destroy any copies not transferred.
Page 7
End user license agreement (b) YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SELECTION OF THE APPROPRIATE PROGRAM TO ACHIEVE YOUR INTENDED RESULTS, AND FOR THE INSTALLATION, USE, AND RESULTS OBTAINED. 7. WINDOWS MEDIA This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft.
Before you begin Dear RCA customer, Thank you for purchasing the RCA Wi-Fi Internet Radio. This product will let you listen to Slacker™ Radio, Internet Radio, AM/FM tuner, weather forecast and music stored in the internal memory or a USB device.
Otherwise, clock and alarm accuracy may be affected when electricity supply is interrupted. 4. For RIR205 only: Connect the RCA Wi-Fi Enabler to your network If your modem or router/hub/switch has only one LAN...
Before you begin 5. Optional: Connect the radio using an Ethernet cable Use the Ethernet cable if you do not have a wireless (Wi-Fi) access point. L A N Broadband modem or Ethernet router/hub/switch 6. Plug in and turn on the radio Electrical outlet Exit the DEMO mode after turning on...
(except you may need to enter your Zip code). • If you encounter problems to connect the radio to the Internet via RCA Wi-Fi Enabler, refer step 4 on page 9 or page 29 Further help on Wi-Fi Enabler. •...
Before you begin • Enter SSID: to manually enter your networks information. Select this option if your Networks SSID is hidden. Go to step 7 to complete the connection. 6. If Detect Networks is selected, the SSID (network name) of those found will be displayed after searching.
To turn on the Wi-Fi Enabler: The Enabler will turn on automatically when power is connected. WiFi ENABLER To check the RCA Wi-Fi Enabler's status by reading the LEDs (Lights): • Normally the POWER, WAN and WIRELESS LEDs will be on when the enabler is operating as a router.
Before you begin Placement of Wi-Fi Enabler The placement of the RCA Wi-Fi Enabler and also interference can affect the radio and Wi-Fi Enablers operation; therefore choose placement wisely and try to reduce interference in the beginning will ensure a pleasant experience.
General controls Front and top Station presets On/standby Audio source Weather information “Love It” “Ban It” “Tag it” Menu up Previous/scan back/reverse/ menu back Menu down Rear LAN port Headphone/ audio line-out RealAudio is a trademark or a registered trademark of RealNetworks, Inc. WEATHER You can connect USB devices to the USB port: The radio can play MP3, WMA and RealAudio audio...
General controls Turning on or off Press ON/STANDBY to turn the radio on or off (standby mode). Volume control Rotate the VOL. knob to adjust the volume. Source selection Press SOURCE repeatedly to select among the following audio content sources: •...
Clock and alarm Accessing the digital clock The Wi-Fi Internet Radio also includes a digital clock which will be automatically updated when connected with the Internet. Mon 2/24 Wi-Fi connection strength 10:55 AL:7:30AM Current temperature Alarm clock status • Press CLOCK to show the clock without interrupting audio playback.
Clock and alarm To activate or deactivate the alarm clock: 1. Press ALARM. 2. If alarm is off, press ALARM again to activate it. • If alarm is already on, press ALARM again to deactivate it. To turn off the alarm clock when it sounds: •...
Slacker Radio Slacker Radio is a premium, streaming content provider partner which offers "personalization" through the use of selectable "Love it" and "Ban it" buttons. It also uses artist recommendation and related artists to further assist discovery of music and enjoyment of stations. You can listen to Slacker Radio with an anonymous account for a limited time only with some limited functionality.
Slacker Radio To store the current station as a preset: 1. Select a station. 2. Press and hold 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 on top of the radio until a beep sound is heard to store the current station to that preset button. •...
Internet Radio With Internet radio, you can listen to music, news, sports, weather or talk radio in other countries or from your home town. It offers the most music selections from around the world and most stations are free. Accessing Internet Radio •...
Internet Radio To assign the current station as the wake sound of the alarm clock: 1. Press . 2. Press to highlight Send to Alarm and then press SELECT. Recording Internet Radio Warning! Use of the recording feature is for personal use only.
FM/AM Tuner FM/AM antenna • For FM reception, uncoil the FM antenna at the back of the radio, ensuring it is fully extended (you may even want to tape it to the wall behind the radio if possible. The higher the better.) •...
Internal Memory The radio's internal memory stores up to 10 hours of recordings from Internet Radio and FM/AM Tuner. Accessing Internal Memory • Press SOURCE repeatedly to select Internal Memory. • Press to highlight Internal Memory in the Source menu and then press SELECT. Listening to recordings 1.
USB Input The radio can play back music files (mp3, wma and RealAudio (RA8 and G2) formats) stored on an external USB device connected to it. The USB connection port is located at the back of the radio. Accessing USB Input mode •...
Weather Weather broadcast Your radio includes a complimentary 4 year weather subscription from WeatherBug® A digital weather broadcast is available including: • Text-to-speech reading of weather forecast for the ZIP code associated with the radio (can be turned on or off in the Settings menu). Audio playback will pause during reading.
Device info To show the firmware version, MAC address and PIN number of the radio. MAC address and PIN are necessary to activate your RCA Infinite Radio accounts. Display To change brightness and contrast of the display. Network setup To change the network setting of the radio (wired or wireless).
Check if the wireless enabler is securely and correctly connected. • For users of RCA Wi-Fi Enabler: make sure all the indicators on the Enabler’s front panel are lit. If the WPS, MODE, or WIRELESS indicators are off or blinking simultaneously, press and hold the Enabler’s WPS button for 3 seconds (the MODE...
RIR205) • The RCA Wi-Fi Enabler adds Wi-Fi capability to your existing network. Page 9, step 4 shows you how to connect the RCA Wi-Fi Enabler to your network. • Your Wi-Fi Enabler comes preconfigured from the factory so normally no changes should be necessary.
Page 30
More information 5. In the Network Setup screen, press highlight Enter SSID and then press SELECT. NETWORK SETUP Select a wireless setup option: Detect Networks Enter SSID 6. The Network Security screen will be displayed. Confirm the SSID of the Wi-Fi Enabler or re-enter if necessary.
More information Web-based utility of Wi-Fi Enabler • This section is provided for advanced users that would like to verify their Enabler's configurations via the Enabler’s web-based utility. • The utility can be accessed via your web browser through the use of a computer connected to LAN port of the Wi-Fi Enabler.
Page 32
• In order for the W-Fi Enabler to communicate with the Radio, 1) SSID, 2) Wireless Security Type, and 3) Passphrase must match on both the RCA Wi-Fi Enabler and the radio. • The SSID on the Enabler can be found on the white label on the side of the Enabler.
Visit www.rcainfiniteradio.com for the latest news and firmware upgrades for our Wi-Fi Internet Radio. Technical specification Product: Wi-Fi Internet Radio Brand: RCA Model: RIR200, RIR205 Electrical Consumption: 13W Specifications Hardware • Dimensions: 212 mm H, 94 mm W, 154 mm D •...
Warranty information Limited warranty 12 Month Limited Warranty Applies to RCA Audio/Video Products AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORP. (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven...
Page 35
Warranty information • 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.
Page 36
Illustrations contained within this publication are for representation only and subject to change. The descriptions and characteristics given in this document are given as a general indication and not as a guarantee. In order to provide the highest quality product possible, we reserve the right to make any improvement or modification without prior notice.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the RIR205 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers