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 cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or modifications not expressly approved by Thomson Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this product.
This device generates and uses radio frequency (RF) energy, and if not installed and used properly, this equipment may cause interference to radio and television reception.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception (which you can determine by unplugging the unit), try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
For Your Safety
The AC power plug is polarized (one blade is wider than the other) and only fits into AC power outlets one way. If the
plug will not go into the outlet completely, turn the plug over
and try to insert it the other
way. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to change the outlet, or use a different one. Do not attempt to bypass this safety feature.
For Your Records
In the event that service should be required, you may need the model number. In the space below, record the date and place of purchase:
Technical Information
Product: Clock Radio
Brand: RCA
Model: RP5412/RP5414
Electrical Consumption
Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz
Power Consumption: 5 Watts
IMPORTER
Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V. Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13.
Col. Roma. Delegación Cuauhtémoc C.P. 06700. México, D.F.
Telefono: 52-55-11-020360
RFC: CTM-980723-KS5
• Make sure that you keep your set |
away from water and high |
temperatures. |
• Do not use your System immediately |
after transporting it from a cold place |
to a warm place, as condensation may |
cause the system to malfunction. |
• Keep your unit away from humid |
areas and abnormally hot places. |
• To prevent personal injury, do not |
reverse any batteries. |
• The use of apparatus in moderate |
climates. |
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to |
dripping or splashing and that no |
objects filled with liquids, such as |
vases, shall be placed on the |
apparatus. |
Ecology
Help protect the environment - we recommend that you dispose of used batteries by putting them into specially designed receptacles.
Maintenance
Clean the unit with a soft cloth, or a damp chamois leather. Never use solvents.
u s e r m a n u a l
measures:
•Re-orient the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for the radio or television that is “receiving” the interference).
•Move the unit away from the equipment that is receiving interference.
•Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so that the unit and the equipment receiving interference are on different branch circuits.
If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, “How To Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies.
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| | | | CAUTION | | | |
| | | | RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK | | | |
| | | | DO NOT OPEN | | | |
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 |
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 |
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 |
" 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 | PERSONNEL. | A C C O M PA N Y I N G |
THE PRODUCT. | | | | | T H E P R O D U C T. |
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSETHIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Date of Purchase:
Place of Purchase:
Service Information
This product should be serviced only by those specially trained in appropriate servicing techniques. For instructions on how to obtain service, refer to the warranty included in this Guide.
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.
• 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. |
• Minimum distances (2cm) around the |
apparatus for sufficient ventilations. |
• The ventilation should not be |
impeded by covering the ventilation |
opening with items, such as |
newspaper, table-cloths, curtains, etc. |
• The rating plate is located at the |
bottom cabinet of apparatus. |
IMPORTADOR
Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V. Álvaro Obregón No. 151. Piso 13.
Col. Roma. Delegación Cuauhtémoc C.P. 06700. México, D.F.
Telefono: 52-55-11-020360
RFC: CTM-980723-KS5
EXPORTER Thomson Inc. P.O. Box 1976 Indianapolis, IN 46206 - 1976 ©2006 Thomson Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marque(s) ® Deposée(s) Marca(s) ® Registrada(s) www.rca.com
Printed in China / Impreso en China
5629 7750 (EN/F/E)
EN/F/ERP5412/5414
It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time.
Plugging In For Power
AC OUTLET POWER SUPPLY:
120V~60Hz
Battery Back-Up Operation
This clock radio is equipped with a memory holding system that can be powered with 2 “AA” batteries (included). The power failure protection circuit will not operate unless battery is installed. When normal household power is interrupted, or AC line cord is unplugged, the batteries will power the clock radio to keep track of time and alarm settings programmed into memory. When the battery backup functions, the digital display will not light, however, the function of alarm still occurs during the power interruption if remaining battery power is adequate. Normal operation will resume after AC power is restored so you will not have to reset the time or the alarm.
Install batteries as follow:
1.Remove battery compartment door (located at the bottom of the radio) by applying thumb pressure to the tab on battery door and then lift the door out and off the cabinet.
2.Insert 2 AA batteries (included).
3.Replace the compartment door.
Note: we recommend that you replace the batteries every 2-3 years.
Note:
Power is fed to the unit even when it is not functioning. To cut
the power supply off, the power cable must be unplugged.
Power Failure Indicator
When AC power is interrupted (disconnected) for a short period of time, both time and alarm settings will change (unless battery is installed). After AC power is restored (reconnected), the Digital Display will blink to indicate that power was interrupted and you should readjust the time and alarm settings.
Front View
power switch - turns the unit on or off.
Left View
BAND/FM••AM - selects FM or AM band. TUNING - selects radio frequency.
WAKE 1 - activates Wake 1 settings and changes Wake 1 mode.
• 
(Wake to alarm) - selects alarm as the waking mode.
• 
(Wake to music) - selects radio as the waking mode.
• OFF - deactivates Wake 1 waking mode. WAKE 1 CHECK TIME - press once to check waking time.
Right View
BRIGHTNESS/LO••HI - selects display brightness (LO - low, HI - high) -VOLUME+ - adjusts volume.
WAKE 2 - activates Wake 2 settings and changes Wake 2 mode.
• 
(Wake to alarm) - selects alarm as the waking mode.
• 
(Wake to music) - selects radio as the waking mode.
• OFF - deactivates Wake 2 waking mode. WAKE 2 CHECK TIME - press once to check waking time.
Top View
display - switches between analogue and digital clock display.
SNOOZE - turns off the alarm. sleep - activates sleep function.
Back View
WAKE 
- adjusts Wake 1 time.
- adjusts clock time.
WAKE 
- adjusts Wake 2 time.
Bottom View
Time zone selector - selects time zone. Daylight saving switch - switches day light saving time on or off.
Before You Plug for Power 1. Setting Time Zone
You may slide the time zone selector at the bottom of the unit to Eastern, Central, Mountain or Pacific. (refer to the maps on the right)
2. Day Light Saving
You can slide the day light saving switch at the bottom of the unit to turn on/ off in areas observing/ not observing such time change.
WARNING: Please avoid playing with these buttons after entering the Clock/Alarm set mode.
Auto Clock Set
You do not have to set the clock time as a built-in automatic time set system is equipped in this clock powered by 3V (2 X AA batteries (included). All you have to do is to plug this clock for power and current time will be shown automatically. However, the batteries can also be exhausted and we recommend that you replace the batteries every 2-3 years.
Setting Clock
Turn the clock setting knob 
on the back of the unit to adjust clock time. The time decrements or increments will follow by a faster rate when you push and hold the knob. A clock icon flashes on the display while you are adjusting the time.
Selecting between Analogue and Digital Clock
Press display to select between analgoue and digital clock display.
US Time Zones
Canadian Time Zones
Switching Band
Slide the BAND/FM•AM switch on the left of the unit to select FM or AM band.
Tuning the Radio
Turn the TUNING knob on the left of the unit to adjust radio frequency.
FM Antenna
The FM antenna cord is attached at the back of the unit. We recommend the cord be fully extended for best FM reception.
Built-In AFC
The Built In Automatic Frequency Control (AFC) works only on FM. It helps reducing
When tuning in FM stations, you may notice that the station you are tuning can
be well-tuned on two or three nearby points on the dial. Always tune carefully at the loudest and clearest point.
AM Antenna
A built-in ferrite rod antenna eliminates the need for an outside antenna for AM reception. Rotating the unit slightly may improve reception of distant AM stations.
Setting Wake Time
This unit allows two wake times to be set. Turn the wake time setting knob WAKE 
or WAKE 
on the back of the unit to adjust wake time 1 and 2 respectively . The time decrements or increments will follow by a faster rate when you push and hold the knob. “WAKE 1” or “WAKE 2” icon flashes on the display while you are adjusting respective wake time.
Selecting Wake Source
You may be woken up by radio or alarm.
1. | Select an AM or FM station (see |
| directions on “Radio”). |
2. | Set a wake time (see above direction). |
3. | Slide the switch WAKE 1 or WAKE 2 |
Turning Off the Wake Alarm or Radio
Press SNOOZE on the top of the unit. The wake alarm or radio will be switched off temporarily. The alarm or radio will be on again when the snooze period is over. (see “SmartSnoozeTM Operation”)
To turn off the wake alarm or radio completely, press 
. The wake alarm or radio will activate again the next day unless you switch off the Wake function (see “Switching off Wake Function”).
Tip: The unit equips with GRAD-
SmartSnoozeTM Operation
This operation allows extra sleep time after the wake function is on. The alarm will be off by pressing SNOOZE, sleep or display until the snooze period is over. Snooze function can be used repeatedly up to 30 minutes. After this, the wake function will turn off until the next day. Set the “quiet” period as follow:
1.Press and hold SNOOZE.
2.Turn the clock setting knob 
on the back of the unit to adjust the snooze “quiet” period. The time decrements or increments will follow by a faster rate when you push and hold the knob.
Switching Off Wake Function
Slide the switch WAKE 1 or WAKE 2 on the sides of the unit to OFF to switch off respective wake function. The set wake time will not be erased and can be used the next day when you switch on wake function again.
Display Brightness
Clock time and radio frequency are display on the display area at the front of the unit. You can adjust the brightness of the display by sliding BRIGHTNESS/ LO••HI on the right of the unit.
- Wake 1 by radio - Wake 2 by alarm - Wake 2 by radio
Checking Wake Time
Press WAKE 1 CHECK TIME or WAKE 2 CHECK TIME on the sides of the unit to check respective wake time. Wake time shows briefly on the display.
In sleep mode, you can set the duration | 2. | To check the remaining duration before |
(up to 2 hours) before the radio turn off | | the radio turns off, press and hold SLEEP. |
automatically. | | 3. | To cancel the sleep function, press |
1. Press and hold SLEEP and turn the | | SNOOZE or | power switch. |
| | |
clock setting knob | on the back of | | | |
the unit to adjust the duration up to 2 | | | |
hours. The time decrements or | | | |
increments will follow by a faster rate when you push and hold the knob. Note: The radio will be switched on.
