Home Theater Direct RTD209 manual Radio, Manual Tuning, Storing radio stations

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Radio

The player has a built-in tuner that allows for FM radio function. The AM loop antenna allows for AM radio function.

Manual Tuning

 

1.

Connect the FM aerial and the AM loop antenna at the back of the unit. Rotate the AM loop for

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better reception.

2.

Press TUNER to enter TUNER mode and toggle between FM and AM.

3.

When the FM station broadcasts Stereo sound, ST is displayed.

4.

Tune a station by pressing repeatedly the TUNER+/- buttons until the desired station is found.

 

 

Alternatively, you can press and hold the same buttons down for about one second to activate

 

 

the automatic search function. In this mode the player will automatically tune frequencies until

 

 

it finds a station.

5.

Repeat step 4 to tune to another radio station.

 

 

Note: If there is any interference, change the aerial’s position until ideal sound reception is obtatined. TV and other

 

 

electronic devices could be the cause of interference, so try to position the aerial away from them.

 

 

Note: When you tune at a weak FM staion manually, press AUDIO on remote to switch from Stereo mode to Mono

 

 

mode. This will reduce the background noise.

Storing radio stations

The player can store up to 30 radio stations in its memory. You can enter every single radio station yourself or the player can store all available radio stations automatically in ascending order.

Automatic preset programming

1.Press TUNER to enter the Tuner mode.

2.Press and hold TUNER down for 3 seconds to start automatic preset programming.

Note: A weak signal can affect the “Automatic preset programming” function’s efficiency. Adjust the aerial for better reception and a more efficient search.

3.Radio frequencies will be browsed and radio stations stored automaitcally. When all the available radio stations are stored or all 30 memory locations are full, the auto preset programming function will stop.

Manual preset

1.Tune to a radio station (see “Manual tuning” for details).

2.Press MEMORY once to enter flashing Preset Loaction number.

3.While the Preset Location number is still flashing, input your desired preset number (1-30) using the numeric buttons or press the CH+/- buttons, then press MEMORY to store it.

Retrieving preset stations

1.Press TUNER to enter the Tuner mode.

2.Press CH+/- to search up or down for the preset stations or directly press the numeric buttons.

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Contents Home Theater User’s Guide For Your Safety FCC InformationTable of Contents Connections and Setup Accessories providedThings to consider before you connect DVD copy protectionConnections and Setup Connecting the AntennasFront panel controls AM Loop Antenna and FM Indoor AntennaVideo cables Audio cables not includedComposite video cable included Component video cables Pr, Pb, Y not includedSubwoofer Connecting the speakersPositioning speakers Magnetic shielding Front speaker placementPreferred surround placement Level adjustment and surround channel Level expectation Test tone/Channel balanceNo adjacent walls Channel balanceRemote Control Remote controlRemote control functions in DVD/CD mode Navigating through menusRemote Control Remote control functions in Tuner modeUsing the remote to Navigate through On-Screen Menus Inserting batteries in the remote controlPlaying Discs Basic Functions Setup menu Press the Setup button to access this menu Playing Discs Basic FunctionsTypes of Menus Basic Playback OperationsAccelerated play PauseFrame advance Variable slow motionUsing the Info menu Info MenuDVD Info Display VCD Info DisplayInfo Menu Play mode all discs except mp3/WMA/JPEG Creating a Program List for Program Play Mode mp3 CDsBookmark DVD and audio CD SleepPBC Playback Control VCD IntroScan CDMp3/WMA Files and Jpeg Files Playing mp3/WMA Files or displaying Jpeg FilesStoring radio stations Manual TuningRadio Connecting or Disconnecting USB devices to the Main Unit Connecting or Disconnecting the mp3 Player to the Main UnitUSB/mp3 Playback Features USB and mp3 PlayerCD Ripping General Controls Insert battery into the playerMp3 Player Mp3 player Check for Updates Frequently Asked Questions Play modesPress the DSP button repeatedly to select among DSP modes Current selection shows briefly on the displayPassword Setup MenuGeneral Setup Setup Menu Speaker Setup Night ModeVideo DistanceLanguage Setup Player MenuAudio SubtitlesTroubleshooting Main Unit Use the super passwordAdditional Information Make sure the filename is valid see page 31Troubleshooting mp3 Player Battery may be inserted incorrectlyAdditional Information Check connection between your unit and the computerPrecautions CleaningUse Handling and caring for discsDisc Formats you can play DVD-VideoMp3 files VCD Video Compact DiscJpeg files WMA filesSound Enhancement Systems Dolby DigitalLimited Warranty What your warranty does not cover How state law relates to warrantyProduct Registration If you purchased your product outside the United StatesThomson Inc North Meridian Street Indianapolis, in 46290a

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