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user manual
manual de usuario
RCD168
EN/E
It is important to read this instruction prior to using your new product for the first time.
Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo.
Important information
Headset safety
CD lens care
• Have a Blast-Just Not in your
• When your CD lens gets dirty it can also
eardrums!
cause the system to output poor sound
Make sure you turn down the
quality. To clean the lens you will need to
volume on the unit before you
purchase a CD lens cleaner which can
put on headphones. Increase the volume
maintain the output sound quality of
to the desired level only after headphone
your system. For instructions on cleaning
are in place.
the CD lens, refer to the ones
• Do not play your headset at high volume.
accompanying the lens cleaner.
Hearing experts warn against extended
high-volume play.
Cleaning the exterior
• If you experience ringing in your ears,
• Disconnect the system from AC power
reduce volume or discontinue use.
before cleaning the exterior of the unit
• You should use with extreme caution or
with a soft dust cloth
temporarily discontinue use in potentially
• Clean the exterior with a soft clean cloth
hazardous situations.
or slightly moistened chamois leather. DO
• Even if your headset is an open-air
NOT use solvents as it may cause damage
designed to let you to hear outside
to the unit.
sounds, do not turn up the volume so
high that you are unable to hear what is
Cassettes
around you.
• To protect your
recordings from
Handling CDs
accidental erasure on
• Do not touch the signal surfaces. Hold CDs
one or both sides of your
by the edges, or by one edge and the
cassette, snap out the tab at
hole.
the top of the cassette. If you decide
• Do not affix labels or adhesive tapes to
later to record on the tape, seal the hole
the label surfaces. Do not scratch or
with a piece of adhesive tape. (Refer to
damage the label.
diagram)
• CDs rotate at high speeds inside the
• Quit Slacking - A little bit of slack in your
player. Do not use damaged (cracked or
tapes can cause scratches on the tape, or
warped) CDs
worse yet, the tape could
• Make sure CDs are stored in their original
break. If you notice some
case after use. Keep them away from
A
slack in the tape, use a
damp, humid or abnormally heated
pencil to tighten it up
places.
before you insert it.
Radio
TV band
The Weather transmission, broadcast 24
hours a day, are taped messages that are
CH 2-13 are available for TV Band.
repeated every 4 to 6 minutes and revised
The channel number lights on the display
and updated as needed to match the
when TV band is selected. Press TRACK/
changing weather conditions. For additional
TUNE
or
to select the station.
information, check your location office of
the National Weather Service (Department
CH 2
59.75 MHz
of Commerce).
CH 3
65.75 MHz
CH 4
71.75 MHz
CH 5
81.75 MHz
Important: The listening range of NOAA
CH 6
87.75 MHz
weather stations varies from 10 miles up to a
CH 7
179.75 MHz
maximum of 40 miles from the station's
CH 8
185.75 MHz
transmitter. In some areas of the United
CH 9
191.75 MHz
States, weather transmissions cannot be
CH 10
197.75 MHz
monitored. The effective range of this radio
CH 11
203.75 MHz
will have side variations due to the height of
the local transmitting antenna, atmospheric
CH 12
209.75 MHz
CH 13
215.75 MHz
conditions, and the terrain between the
transmitter and your radio's location.
Weather band
Weather information is given continuously
from U.S. Government Weather Stations on
frequencies from 162.400MHz to
162.550MHz.
The Wx indicator and the channel number
lights on the display when weather band is
selected. Press TRACK/TUNE
or
to
select the station.
CH 1
162.400 MHz
CH 2
162.425 MHz
CH 3
162.450 MHz
CH 4
162.475 MHz
CH 5
162.500 MHz
CH 6
162.525 MHz
CH 7
162.550 MHz
FCC information
additional suggestions. Also, the Federal
Communications Commission has prepared a
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
helpful booklet, "How To Identify and Resolve
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
Radio TV Interference Problems." This booklet is
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
available from the U.S. Government Printing
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
Office, Washington, DC 20402. Please specify
interference received, including interference
stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering
that may cause undesired operation.
copies.
In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or
This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR
modifications not expressly approved by
subchapter J. Applicable at the date of
Thomson Inc. could void the user's authority to
manufacture.
operate this product. This device generates and
uses radio frequency (RF) energy, and if not
For your records
installed and used properly, this equipment may
In the event that service should be required, you
cause interference to radio and television
may need the model number and the serial
reception.
number. In the space below, record the date and
If this equipment does cause interference to
place of purchase and the serial number:
radio or television reception (which you can
Model No.:
determine by unplugging the unit), try to correct
Date of Purchase:
the interference by one or more of the following
Place of Purchase:
measures:
Serial No.:
•
Re-orient the receiving antenna (that is, the
antenna for the radio or television that is
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
"receiving" the interference).
DO NOT OPEN
•
Move the unit away from the equipment
T H E
L I G H T N I N G
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
THE EXCLAMATION
FLASH AND ARROW-
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
POINT WITHIN THE
that is receiving interference.
HEAD WITHIN THE
D O N O T R E M O V E C O V E R
T R I A N G L E I S A
T R I A N G L E I S
A
( O R B A C K ) . N O U S E R -
WARNING
SIGN
•
Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so
W A R N I N G
S I G N
S E RV I C E A B L E PA R T S I N -
ALERTING YOU OF
ALERTING YOU OF
S I D E . R E F E R S E RV I C I N G
I M P O R T A N T
that the unit and the equipment receiving
" D A N G E R O U S
T O Q U A L I F I E D S E R V I C E
I N S T R U C T I O N S
VOLTAGE" INSIDE
A C C O M PA N Y I N G
interference are on different branch circuits.
PERSONNEL.
THE PRODUCT.
T H E
P R O D U C T.
If these measures do not eliminate the
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
interference, please consult your dealer or an
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL
experienced radio/television technician for
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
AUDIO AND COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Some of the following information may not apply to
•
Do not expose product to rain and do not use
your particular product; however, as with any
near water; such as, sink, wet basement,
electronic product, precautions should be observed
swimming pools, etc.
during handling and use.
•
Always leave sufficient space around the product
•
Before using the product, please follow and
for ventilation. Do not place product in or on a
adhere to all warnings, safety and operating
bed, rug, bookcase or cabinet that may prevent
instructions located on the product and in the
air flow through vent openings.
user book. Save all instructions for future
reference.
Before you begin
AC power
Important battery
information
Plug the power supply cord into the AC
power jack on the back of the unit, and into
• Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if
an AC power supply outlet that accepts the
you do not use your system for more
plug supplied with your unit.
than one month.
• Discard leaky batteries immediately as
Battery power
leaking batteries may cause skin burns or
You can insert 6 D-sized alkaline batteries
other personal injuries. Dispose of
(not supplied) and you can take your stereo
batteries in the proper manner,
just about anywhere. 3 "AA" batteries (not
according to provincial and local
GEFAHR EINES
ELEKTRISCHEN SCHLAGS
supplied) are needed to keep radio station
regulations.
memory.
• Any battery may leak electrolyte under
• Open the battery compartment door on
the following circumstances:
- if mixed with a different battery type,
the bottom of the unit by pressing down
- if inserted incorrectly,
on the tab and pulling out the cover.
• Before inserting the batteries, observe
- if all batteries are not replaced at the
the polarities (that is, + and -) of the
same time,
battery, then relate the polarities to the
- if disposed of in fire, or
engraved diagram located on the battery
- if an attempt is made to charge a
compartment door. Insert batteries in the
battery not intended to be recharged
battery compartment.
• Be sure to remove batteries when storing
the set for more than 30 days. Leaky
Note that the AC line cord must be
batteries can badly damage the system.
Be sure to dispose of leaky, weak or dead
unplugged from the jack on the back of
batteries properly according to federal,
the unit to operate on batteries.
state, and local regulations. To prevent
injury or damage, do not reverse
batteries and do not mix battery type.
The descriptions and characteristics in this owner's manual are for the purpose of general reference only and not
as a guarantee. In order to provide you with the highest quality product, we may make changes or modifications
without prior notice. The English version serves as the final reference on all product and operational details should
any discrepancies arise in other languages.
Tape player
Playing tape
Recording to tape
1. When the unit is off, press
From radio
1. Insert a tape into the deck.
ON STANDBY / RADIO / TAPE / CD twice
2. Press ON/STANDBY / RADIO / TAPE / CD
until TAPE mode is selected. The tape
until the RADIO mode is selected.
indicator "tAPE" lights on the display.
2. Press STOP/EJECT to open the tape deck
3. Press BAND to access the desired radio
door.
band.
3. Insert a tape into the door and push the
4. Press TRACK/TUNE
or
to tune to
door closed.
the station to be recorded.
4. Press REW or FWD to wind the tape to
5. Press REC and PLAY together to begin
recording.
the desired starting position. Press STOP/
6. Press PAUSE or STOP to pause or stop
EJECT to stop winding.
the recording respectively.
5. Press PLAY to start playback. Press
PAUSE to pause playback (press again to
release the button to resume playback).
From CD
6. Press STOP/EJECT to stop the playback.
1. Insert a tape into the deck.
2. Press ON/STANDBY / RADIO / TAPE / CD
until the CD mode is selected.
3. Insert the disc to be recorded.
Be sure to slide the cassette into
4. Select the track or program to be
the tape slot on the door. Do
recorded.
not place the tape directly onto
5. Press REC and PLAY together to begin
the tape mechanism.
recording.
6. Play the track or program to be recorded.
7. Press PAUSE or STOP to pause or stop
recording respectively.
For better recording quality,
use normal bias tape (Type I)
only.
•
Do not expose product to extreme temperatures
damaged; or
such as found near a hot radiator or stove, or in a
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled
car parked in the Summer sun.
into the product; or
•
Connect power cord only to AC power source as
C. The product has been exposed to rain; or
marked on the product.
D. The product does not appear to operate
•
Some products employ a polarized AC line plug
normally or exhibits a marked change in
(one blade is wider). This is a safety feature. The
performance; or
plug will go in the power outlet only one way. If
E. The product has been dropped, or the cabinet
the plug doesn't go into the outlet completely,
damaged.
turn the plug over and put it in the other way. If
•
When service or repairs are completed, ask the
it still doesn't fit, contact a qualified electrician to
service technician to perform the safety check
change the outlet. Do not defeat the safety
described in the service manual and to confirm
purpose of the polarized plug.
that replacement parts have the same safety
•
Route power cord to prevent it from being
characteristics as the original parts.
•
Overloading - Do not overload the wall outlets,
pinched, or walked on, or melted by a hot stove
or radiator.
extension cords or integral convenience
receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
•
To clean cabinet, unplug AC power cord, then use
electric shock.
a soft cloth dampened only with water.
•
IF YOUR PRODUCT OPERATES ON BATTERIES,
•
Do not place lighted candles, cigarettes, cigars,
adhere to the following precautions:
etc. on the product.
A. Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with
•
Unplug AC power cord from outlet during a
a different battery type, if inserted incorrectly, or
lightning storm or when product is left unused
if all batteries are not replaced at the same time.
for a long period of time to prevent damage due
B. Any battery may leak electrolyte or explode if
to lightning or power line surges.
disposed of in fire or an attempt is made to
•
Care should be taken so that objects do not fall
charge a battery not intended to be recharged.
and liquids do not spill into the product.
C. Discard leaky batteries immediately. Leaking
•
Never add accessories that the product has not
batteries can cause skin burns or other personal
been designed to accommodate.
injury.When discarding batteries, be sure to
•
Use only the manufacturer's approved mounting
dispose of them in the proper manner, according
instructions and hardware when installing
to provincial and local regulations.
product.
•
IF YOUR PRODUCT IS EQUIPPED WITH
•
Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. This
ANTENNA TERMINALS, and if an outdoor
product does not contain customer serviceable
antenna is connected, be sure the system is
components.
grounded so as to provide some protection
•
Do not handle the unit or power cord when your
against voltage surge and built-up static charges.
hands are wet or damp.
An outdoor antenna should be locate away from
•
Carts and Stands — The appliance
power lines.
should be used only with a cart or
•
IF PRODUCT IS TO BE CONNECTED TO A CATV
stand that is recommended by the
SYSTEM, call the CATV system installer's
manufacturer.
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
•
An appliance and cart combination
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
connected to the grounding system of the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.
building, as close to the point of cable entry as
•
Damage Requiring Service–This product should
practical.
be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been
General controls
ON/STANDBY / RADIO / TAPE / CD
STOP To stop the CD playback.
To turn the unit on/ off and to select among
REMAIN In CD mode, to select between
the radio, tape, CD and off (standby) mode.
displaying the track elapsed playback time
BAND To select the radio, TV or weather
and the CD remaining playback time.
band.
PLAY / PAUSE To start or pause the CD
EQ To select among the sound effects (Flat /
playback.
Rock / Jazz / Pop / Classic).
CD OPEN To open the CD compartment
DBBS To turn the digital bass boost system
door.
on and off.
CLOSE Push to close the CD compartment
door.
VOLUME + / - To increase or decrease the
output volume.
To connect the headphone.
Cassette Player
PLAY MODE In the radio mode, to access
REC To start the tape recording.
the preset radio channels. In CD mode, to
PLAY To start the tape playback.
select among the playback modes (repeat
REW To rewind the tape.
all / repeat 1 / random).
FWD To fast forward the tape.
SET In the radio mode, to select the radio
STOP/EJECT To stop the tape playback,
preset channels and to set preset stations
winding or recording, to open the cassette
door.
automatically. In the CD mode, to enter the
program mode.
PAUSE To pause the tape playback.
TRACK / TUNE
/
In the radio mode,
to tune up or down the radio frequency
and select the TV or weather channels. In
the CD mode, to search/skip the CD track
backward or forward.
CD playback
CD-R / RW
Playback
This unit is compatible with
audio CD-R/RW discs.
1. In stop mode, press PLAY/PAUSE to
begin the CD playback.
2. During the CD playback, press PLAY/
• Do not affix any type of
PAUSE to pause playback. Press again to
labels to either side (recordable
resume.
or labeled side) of a CD-R/RW
• Press TRACK/TUNE
or
to skip to
disc as this may result in the unit
the previous or next track respectively.
malfunctioning.
• Press and hold TRACK/TUNE
or
• To avoid damages to the CD-R/RW
to search quickly the current track
disc, do not open the disc
backward or forward respectively.
compartment door while the disc is
3. Press STOP to stop the playback.
being read.
• Playback capability for CD-RW discs
CD remain
may vary due to variations in the
Press REMAIN to select between showing
quality of the CD-RW disc and the
the disc remaining playback time and track
recorder used to create the disc.
elapsed playback time.
Selecting CD mode
Programming
1. In stop mode, press SET to enter the
When the unit is turned off, press ON/
program setting mode.
STANDBY / RADIO / TAPE / CD three times
to enter the CD mode.
The program location shows briefly and
then the track number and program icon
flash on the display.
Loading disc
2. Press TRACK/TUNE
or
to select
1. Press the CD OPEN button to slide disc
the track you want to program.
tray out.
3. Press SET again to confirm your selection
2. Place a disc on the disc tray with the
and access the next program location.
label side facing up.
4. Repeat steps 2 to 3 to program to a
3. Push the disc tray back in.
maximum of 20 tracks.
5. Press PLAY/PAUSE in program mode to
The total number of tracks on the disc can
start program playback (PROGRAM
be read from the display.
indicator lights on the display).
Press STOP to return to normal playback
mode.
Important information
For your safety
Don't infringe
The AC power plug is polarized
This product should only be used for the
(one blade is wider than the
purposes for which it is sold, that is,
other) and only fits into AC
entertainment, violating no copyright law.
power outlets one way. If the
Any attempts to use this product for
plug will not go into the outlet
unintended purposes are unlawful and
completely, turn the plug over and try to insert
it the other way. If it still does not fit, contact a
therefore not condoned by Thomson.
qualified electrician to change the outlet, or use
a different one. Do not attempt to bypass this
IMPORTER
safety feature.
Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A.
de C.V.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13.
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
Col. Roma. Delegación Cuauhtémoc
C.P. 06700. México, D.F.
Service information
Telefono: 52-55-11-020360
This product should be serviced only by those
RFC: CTM-980723-KS5
specially trained in appropriate servicing
techniques. For instructions on how to obtain
EXPORTER
service, refer to the warranty included in this
Thomson Inc.
Guide.
P.O. Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206 - 1976
Technical information
©2007 Thomson Inc.
Product: Portable CD radio
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Brand: RCA
Marque(s) ® Deposée(s)
Model: RCD168
Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)
Power supply: 120V~60Hz
www.rcaaudiovideo.com
Power Consumption: 15 Watts
Printed in China / Impreso en China
Dimensions ( H x W x D mm):
Unit size - 172 x 380 x 263
Weight: 3.1kg
RCA
CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB):
RCD168
60Hz to 20 kHz
Rating Plate: Look for it at the bottom of
the set.
Manufacturer/Responsible Party
Thomson, Inc.
P.O. Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206-1976
(317) 587-3001
Display
5. Digital Bass Boost System
3
6. MHz, KHz Tuner frequency unit
2
4
7. Shows the volume level when adjusting
the volume
TV
Wx
• In CD mode
5
1
– Track number (shows during disc
playback)
– Total track number in the CD stop mode
– Program location
8
7
6
– Elapsed/ remaining playback time
• In Tuner mode
– Preset location, radio frequency
– TV, weather channel number
1. Preset EQ settings
• In Tape mode
Rock, Jazz, Pop, Classic
– Displays "tAPE" in the tape mode.
2. Program mode activated
8. TV/Wx/FM/AM Radio band
3. Random Playback
4. Repeat mode
REPEAT To repeat the whole disc
REPEAT 1 To repeat the current track
Radio
Select radio mode
When the unit is turned off, press
Extend or reposition the
STANDBY/ON / RADIO / TAPE / CD once to
antenna for better FM/TV/Wx
select the radio mode.
reception. Rotate the unit for
better AM reception.
Select radio band
Press BAND to select among FM, AM, TV
and weather bands.
CD playback
Displaying the program list
If you are in the normal playback mode but
Press SET repeatedly to show program list.
want to play the saved program, press
STOP, then SET and then PLAY/PAUSE.
Exit program mode
Program mode will be deactivated once you
Play mode
press STOP to end program playback.
Press PLAYMODE to select among the
playback modes (repeat all / repeat current
Clearing program list
track / random). Selection made is indicated
Your program will be erased once you open
by icons on the display.
the disc compartment door or change to
another source mode (e.g. radio).
Troubleshooting tips
System doesn't turn on
• Make sure that Pause mode is not
• Unplug the unit for a moment, and then
activated
plug it back in.
• Make sure CD function is selected
• Check the outlet by plugging in another
device
CD sound skips
• Clean the CD (as explained in
No sound
"Maintenance")
• Adjust volume setting.
• Check CD for warping, scratches, or other
• Make sure you've selected the correct
damage
function
ESD remark:
Poor radio reception
• Adjust the antenna for better reception
In case of misfunction due to electrostatic
• Try turning off electrical appliances near
discharge just reset the product (disconnect
the unit, such as hair dryers, vacuum
and reconnect of the power source may be
cleaners, or fluorescent lights
required) to resume normal operation.
CD doesn't play
• Make sure you've put a CD in the tray
• Make sure the CD's label is facing up
• Try another CD
Important information
Safety precautions
• The apparatus should not be exposed to
• Never open the cabinet under any
dripping or splashing and no objects
circumstances. Any repairs or internal
filled with liquids, such as vases, should
adjustments should be made only by a
be placed on the apparatus.
trained technician.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted
• Never operate this product with the
candles, should be placed on the
cabinet removed.
apparatus.
• Do not use your System immediately
• Attention should be drawn to the
after transporting it from a cold place to
environmental aspects of battery
disposal.
a warm place, as condensation may cause
• Minimum distances should be kept
the system to malfunction.
• Keep your unit away from humid areas
around the apparatus for sufficient
and abnormally hot places.
ventilation.
• Do not touch the player with wet hands.
If any liquid enters the player cabinet,
take the player to a trained technician
for inspection.
• This compact disc player uses a laser to
read the music on the disc. The laser
mechanism corresponds to the cartridge
and stylus of a record player. Although
this product incorporates a laser pick-up
lens, it is completely safe when operated
according to directions.
• Discs rotate at high speed inside the
player. Do not use damaged, warped, or
cracked discs.
• The ventilation should not be impeded
• Do not touch the pick-up lens which is
by covering the ventilation opening with
located inside the disc compartment. To
keep dust from collecting on the pick-up
items, such as newspaper, table-cloths,
lens, do not leave the compartment door
curtains, etc.
open for an extended period of time. If
• The rating plate is located at the bottom
the lens becomes dirty, clean it with a
cabinet of apparatus.
soft brush, or use an air blower brush
designed for camera lenses.
Radio
Tuning to a station
Setting preset stations
• Press TRACK/TUNE
to tune down the
automatically
radio frequency.
Press and hold SET to set presets
• Press TRACK/TUNE
to tune up the
automatically. Once a station is found the
radio frequency.
search stops briefly to allow you to listen to
the station.
• Press TRACK/TUNE
or
at this time
Press and hold TRACK/TUNE
if you decide not to store the selected
or
to automatically
station.
tune to the next available
• If you decide to store the station in
station.
preset memory, wait a few seconds and
the search will resume.
Setting preset stations
Using presets
manually
1. Press BAND to select between bands.
1. In the radio mode, press BAND to select
2. Press PLAYMODE to enter the preset
the radio band.
mode and PRESET 1 shows on the display.
2. Press TRACK/TUNE
or
to select
3. Press PLAYMODE repeatedly to access
the station to save as a preset station.
the desired preset stations.
3. Press SET. Program icon flashes.
4. Press PLAYMODE repeatedly to assign
the preset station number.
5. Press SET to confirm. Program icon stops
flashing
6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 to set additional
preset stations. There are 10 preset
locations for FM band and 10 preset
location for AM band on this unit.
U.S. Limited Warranty
•
Acts of nature, such as but not limited to
lightning damage.
What your warranty covers:
Product Registration:
•
Defects in materials or workmanship.
•
Please complete and mail the Product
For how long after your purchase:
registration Card packed with your unit. It
•
90 days from date of purchase - unit
will make it easier to contact you should it
exchange, which includes parts and labor.
ever be necessary. The return of the card is
91 days to 1 year from date of purchase -
not required for warranty coverage.
unit exchange, which includes parts only;
Limitation of Warranty:
you pay the labor.
•
THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE
What we will do:
ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS
•
Provide you with a new, or at our option, a
PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
refurbished unit. The exchange unit is
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL
under warranty for the remainder of the
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
original product's warranty period.
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
•
Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of
PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY
sale or receipted invoice which is evidence
DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN
that the product is within the warranty
INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON INC.,
period must be presented to obtain
ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE
warranty service. For rental firms, proof of
A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE
first rental is also required.
THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
How to make a warranty claim:
•
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED
•
Properly pack your unit. Include any cables,
UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE
etc., which were originally provided with
REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. THOMSON
the product. We recommend using the
INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL
original carton and packing materials.
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING
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FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR
the bill of sale. Also print your name and
ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY
address and a description of the defect.
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS
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PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF
Thomson Inc.,
WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE
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11721 B Alameda Avenue,
INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
Socorro, Texas 79927
PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY
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IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
Thomson accepts no liability in case of
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
damage or loss en route to Thomson.
ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE
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APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH
Exchange Center for service not covered by
ABOVE.
the warranty.
How state law relates to this warranty:
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A new or refurbished unit will be shipped
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Some states do not allow the exclusion nor
to you freight prepaid.
limitation of incidental or consequential
What your warranty does not cover:
damages, or limitations on how long an
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Customer instruction. (Your Owner's Manual
implied warranty lasts, so the above
provides information regarding operating
limitations or exclusions may not apply to
Instructions and user controls. For
you.
additional information, ask your dealer.)
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This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
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Installation and set-up service adjustments.
and you also may have other rights that
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Batteries.
vary from state to state.
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Damage from misuse or neglect.
If you purchased your product outside the
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Products which have been modified or
USA:
incorporated into other products.
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This warranty does not apply. Contact your
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Products purchased or serviced outside the
dealer for warranty information.
USA.
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