Page 2 - FCC Information; Safety Precautions; Service Information
2 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 causeharmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. In acco...
Page 3 - Table of Contents
3 Table of Contents FCC Information ................................................................................ 2 Safety Precautions .................................................................................................................... 2 For Your Safety ..............................
Page 4 - first things first; unpack the system; • one pair of speakers (different speakers for different models); main unit; check for moisture; For optimal listening:
4 first things first unpack the system Unpack your new RS-1247 or RS-1248 audio system and locate all theaccessories. You should have: • one RS-1247 or RS-1248 main unit; • one RCA Remote Control (CRK291B1); • one pair of speakers (different speakers for different models); • one external AM loop ant...
Page 5 - connections; speakers; Terminals at the
5 connections speakers If you have purchased our RS-1247, your speakers are identical. If you’veselected our RS-1248, you’d find that the physique of the speakers aren’tidentical, but placing either one on the right and the other on the left won’tmatter. Though the speakers for the two models are di...
Page 6 - panel controls
6 panel controls SHUFFLE PLAY / PAUSE STOP REPEAT POWER STANDBY FUNCTION FM STEREO BAND SELECTOR RECORD PLAY REW F.FWD STOP / EJECT PAUSE PLAY STOP / EJECT MUTLI FUNCTION FLUORESCENT DISPLAY PLAYBACK/ RECORD PHONES PLAYBACK 1-2-3 DISC OPEN / CLOSE MEMORY TUNE TUNING PRESET STATION 1 TAPE 2 SUPER BAS...
Page 7 - This tray can store 3 CDs at any one time.
7 panel controls vacuum fluorescent display The vacuum fluorescent display (VFD) shows the current status of the unitsuch as volume level, playing disc number, playing track number, selectedplay mode, radio frequency, selected Preset EQ, etc. Further explanation of the display messages will accompan...
Page 8 - The; and; buttons can be used to change radio frequency,
8 panel controls phones You can listen to your audio system through a set of headphones (notincluded). Take note, when a set of headphones is plugged into the system,sound output will divert from the speakers to your set of headphones. Memory/DEMO In Tuner mode, use MEMORY to store up to 32 preset r...
Page 9 - using the Tuner; Tuner operations
9 using the Tuner POWERSTANDBY FUNCTION FM STEREO BAND SELECTOR MUTLI FUNCTION FLUORESCENT DISPLAY PHONES MEMORY TUNE TUNING PRESET STATION DEMO SUPER BASS DIGITAL PLL SYNTHESIZED TUNER VO L U M E C ON T R OL PRESET EQ FM STEREO Your system’s tuner is very much similar to the usual ones that you’d f...
Page 10 - using the cd player; loading discs; basic operations; LOADING DISCS
10 using the cd player loading discs 1. Press POWER to turn on your RS-1247 or RS-1248. 2. Press FUNCTION to select CD mode, the display shows “CD”. 3. Press OPEN/CLOSE to slide out the CD Compartment Tray. 4. Load one to three CD(s) onto the CD Compartment Tray. 5. Press 1-2-3 DISC to rotate the tr...
Page 11 - programming play order
11 using the cd player programming play order Be sure that the system is in Stop mode prior to setting program play order. 1. If discs are not already loaded, follow the section on LOADING DISCS . 2. Press MEMORY to enter program mode. 3. Press 1-2-3 DISC to select a disc. 4. Press or to select a tr...
Page 12 - playing and loading discs simultaneously
12 using the cd player playing and loading discs simultaneously Your 3 Disc Changer Audio System has one other feature that you simplycannot resist; while the system is playing a disc, you can open the CDcompartment tray to unload the other 2 discs and re-load 2 new oneswithout interrupting the play...
Page 13 - REpeat play
13 using the cd player S HUFFLE P LAY THE T RACKS OF A LL D ISCS The difference between this mode and the previous one is that with theprevious mode, the system continues playing the tracks of all loaded discsrepeatedly and CD play mode won’t end unless you press Stop. With this mode,it plays each t...
Page 15 - using the cassette decks; Loading cassette tapes
15 using the cassette decks Your RS-1247/RS-1248 audio system comes with dual cassette decks. Withdual cassette decks you can play cassette tapes one after another. Tape deck1 can record and playback tapes, while tape deck 2 has only a playbackfunction. When using cassette tape decks be sure to use ...
Page 18 - using the Remote control; installing batteries
using the Remote control POWER TUNER CD TAPE PAUSE TRACK TRACK STOP REPEAT DISC SKIP SHUFFLE RECORD TUNING DEMO VOL VOL PLAY PRESET SEEK SUPER BASS M U T E PRE SET EQ installing batteries The remote control must be inserted with 2AAA batteries prior use. Follow the stepsbelow to ensure correct insta...
Page 20 - The Repeat function is for repeating disc or track play. Press; REPEAT; once and the display shows SHUFFLE; again for resuming to normal disc play. The functionality of
20 using the Remote control 7. The Repeat function is for repeating disc or track play. Press REPEAT repeatedly to toggle between and select one of the modes: repeat onetrack, repeat one disc, repeat all loaded disc(s). During selection, be sure tolook at the display to see the changing of modes, st...
Page 21 - display messages in cd mode; For Sound Effect and
21 display messages in cd mode The following are some of the messages you may see when the system is in CDmode. Refer to the descriptions below when you see a message on display. This message is displayed when: STBY the system is in Standby mode. OPEN the CD compartment tray is opening. CL the CD co...
Page 22 - CD C; CD L
22 care & maintenance C LEANING THE E XTERIOR Prior to cleaning the exterior, be sure to unplug the power cord from the ACpower outlet. Wipe the exterior with a soft, clean, and slightly water-dampened cloth. CD C ARE H ANDLING CD S : • Always handle CDs by their edges or hold it with your index...
Page 23 - Always keep a cassette tape in its box when not in use.; PLAY; button to expose the heads. Then use a head; Clean these parts
23 care & maintenance T APE T YPE S ELECTION In today’s hypermarkets and stores there are 3 types of cassette tapeavailable for sale: Type I, Type II, Type III. When you purchase new cassettetapes be sure to select Type I because both Type II and Type III are notsuitable for use with this system...
Page 24 - Troubleshooting tips; CD D
24 Troubleshooting tips S YSTEM D OESN ’ T T URN O N • Check your power source, is the power plug fitted and plugged into the power outlet properly, are the batteries in the remote control fresh? Ifnot, do make sure that the power plug is properly plugged in and thatthe batteries are replaced with f...
Page 25 - CD S
25 Troubleshooting tips CD S OUND S KIPS • Is the CD dirty? If it is, clean it by following the instructions on page 22. • Is the disc warped, scratched or cracked? If the disc is damaged in any way don’t attempt to play that disc as it may cause damage to the CD lens. • Is there shock or vibration ...
Page 26 - Index; Band Selector 8
26 Index A Antennas 5Automatic Tape Stop 16 B Band Selector 8 C Care & Maintenance 22, 23Cassette Player Control Buttons 8Cassette Tape Decks 8CD Care 22CD Compartment Tray 7CD Lens Care 22CD Player Control Buttons 7Check for Moisture 4Choosing System Location 4Connections 5 D Display Messages i...
Page 27 - us warranty
27 us warranty What your warranty covers: • Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • One year.(The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from dateof shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.) What we will do: • Provide y...
Page 28 - canadian warranty; OR; © 1998 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
28 canadian warranty Thomson Consumer Electronics Canada, Inc. warrants to the purchaser or giftrecipient that if any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in this productwithin 1 year from the original date of purchase, it will be replaced free ofcharge, including return transportation. This warran...
