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WARNING:

 

TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL

 SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

 

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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VOLTAGE" INSIDE
THE PRODUCT.

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Important information

RCD168

user 

manual

manual de usuario

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

Before you begin

General controls

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Radio

U.S. Limited Warranty

What your warranty covers:

Defects in materials or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

90 days from date of purchase - unit
exchange, which includes parts and labor.
91 days to 1 year from date of purchase -
unit exchange, which includes parts only;
you pay the labor.

What we will do:

Provide you with a new, or at our option, a
refurbished unit.  The exchange unit is
under warranty for the remainder of the
original product’s warranty period.

Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of
sale or receipted invoice which is evidence
that the product is within the warranty
period must be presented to obtain
warranty service.  For rental firms, proof of
first rental is also required.

How to make a warranty claim:

Properly pack your unit.  Include any cables,
etc., which were originally provided with
the product.  We recommend using the
original carton and packing materials.

Include evidence of purchase date such as
the bill of sale.  Also print your name and
address and a description of the defect.
Send via standard UPS or its equivalent to:

Thomson Inc.,
Product Exchange Center,
11721 B Alameda Avenue,
Socorro, Texas 79927

Insure your shipment for of loss or damage.
Thomson accepts no liability in case of
damage or loss en route to Thomson.

Pay any charges billed to you by the
Exchange Center for service not covered by
the warranty.

A new or refurbished unit will be shipped
to you freight prepaid.

What your warranty does not cover:

Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual
provides information regarding operating
Instructions and user controls.  For
additional information, ask your dealer.)

Installation and set-up service adjustments.

Batteries.

Damage from misuse or neglect.

Products which have been modified or
incorporated into other products.

Products purchased or serviced outside the
USA.

Acts of nature, such as but not limited to
lightning damage.

Product Registration:

Please complete and mail the Product
registration Card packed with your unit.  It
will make it easier to contact you should it
ever be necessary.  The return of the card is
not required for warranty coverage.

Limitation of Warranty:

THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE
ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS
PRODUCT.  ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY
DISCLAIMED.  NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN
INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON INC.,
ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE
A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE
THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED
UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER.  THOMSON
INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING
FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR
ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS
PRODUCT.  THIS DISCLAIMER OF
WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE
GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF
INDIANA.  EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE
APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH
ABOVE.

How state law relates to this warranty:

Some states do not allow the exclusion nor
limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitations or exclusions may not apply to
you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you also may have other rights that
vary from state to state.

If you purchased your product outside the
USA:

This warranty does not apply.  Contact your
dealer for warranty information.

Tape player

CD playback

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.

v2.0 (EN/E)

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
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

AUDIO AND COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

Before using the product, please follow and
adhere to all warnings, safety and operating
instructions located on the product and in the
user book. Save all instructions for future
reference.

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.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.

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.

Technical information

Product: Portable CD radio
Brand: RCA
Model: RCD168

Power supply: 120V~60Hz

Power Consumption: 15 Watts

Dimensions ( H x W x D mm):
Unit size - 172 x 380 x 263
Weight: 3.1kg
CD player: Response curve (+/- 2dB):
60Hz to 20 kHz
Rating Plate: Look for it at the bottom of
the set.

Important information

Don’t infringe

This product should only be used for the
purposes for which it is sold, that is,
entertainment, violating no copyright law.
Any attempts to use this product for
unintended purposes are unlawful and
therefore not condoned by Thomson.

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

EXPORTER
Thomson Inc.
P.O. Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206 - 1976
©2007 Thomson Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Marque(s) ® Deposée(s)
Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)
www.rcaaudiovideo.com
Printed in China / Impreso en China

•   The apparatus should not be exposed to

dripping or splashing and no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, should
be placed on the apparatus.

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 should be kept
around the apparatus for sufficient
ventilation.

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.

Safety precautions

Never open the cabinet under any
circumstances.  Any repairs or internal
adjustments should be made only by a
trained technician.

Never operate this product with the
cabinet removed.

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.

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.

Do not touch the pick-up lens which is
located inside the disc compartment. To
keep dust from collecting on the pick-up
lens, do not leave the compartment door
open for an extended period of time.  If
the lens becomes dirty, clean it with a
soft brush, or use an air blower brush
designed for camera lenses.

Headset safety

Have a Blast-Just Not in your
eardrums!
Make sure you turn down the
volume on the unit before you
put on headphones.  Increase the volume
to the desired level only after headphone
are in place.

Do not play your headset at  high volume.
Hearing experts warn against extended
high-volume play.

If you experience ringing in your ears,
reduce volume or discontinue use.

You should use with extreme caution or
temporarily discontinue use in potentially
hazardous situations.

Even if your headset is an open-air
designed to let  you to hear outside
sounds, do not turn up the  volume so
high that you are unable to hear what is
around you.

Handling CDs

Do not touch the signal surfaces. Hold CDs
by the edges, or by one edge and the
hole.

Do not affix labels or adhesive tapes to
the label surfaces. Do not scratch or
damage the label.

CDs rotate at high speeds inside the
player. Do not use damaged (cracked or
warped) CDs

Make sure CDs are stored in their original
case after use. Keep them away from
damp, humid or abnormally heated
places.

Important battery
information

Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if
you do not use your system for more
than one month.

Discard leaky batteries immediately as
leaking batteries may cause skin burns or
other personal injuries. Dispose of
batteries in the proper manner,
according to provincial and local
regulations.

Any battery may leak electrolyte under
the following circumstances:
- if mixed with a different battery type,
- if inserted incorrectly,
- if all batteries are not replaced at the
same time,
- if disposed of in fire, or
- if an attempt is made to charge a
battery not intended to be recharged

Be sure to remove batteries when storing
the set for more than 30 days. Leaky
batteries can badly damage the system.
Be sure to dispose of leaky, weak or dead
batteries properly according to federal,
state, and local regulations. To prevent
injury or damage, do not reverse
batteries and do not mix battery type.

AC power

Plug the power supply cord into the AC
power jack on the back of the unit, and into
an AC power supply outlet that accepts the
plug supplied with your unit.

Battery power

You can insert 6 D-sized alkaline batteries
(not supplied) and you can take your stereo
just about anywhere. 3 “AA” batteries (not
supplied) are needed to keep radio station
memory.

Open the battery compartment door on
the bottom of the unit by pressing down
on the tab and pulling out the cover.

Before inserting the batteries, observe
the polarities (that is, + and -) of the
battery, then relate the polarities to the
engraved diagram located on the battery
compartment door. Insert batteries in the
battery compartment.

Note that the AC line cord must be
unplugged from the jack on the back of
the unit to operate on batteries.

System doesn’t turn on

Unplug the unit for a moment, and then
plug it back in.

Check the outlet by plugging in another
device

No sound

Adjust volume setting.

Make sure you’ve selected the correct
function

Poor radio reception

Adjust the antenna for better reception

Try turning off electrical appliances near
the unit, such as hair dryers, vacuum
cleaners, or fluorescent lights

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

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.
This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR
subchapter J. Applicable at the date of
manufacture.

For your records

In the event that service should be required, you
may need the model number and the serial
number.  In the space below, record the date and
place of purchase and the serial number:
Model No.:
Date of Purchase:
Place of Purchase:
Serial No.:

Do not expose product to rain and do not use
near water; such as, sink, wet basement,
swimming pools, etc.

Always leave sufficient space around the product
for ventilation. Do not place product in or on a
bed, rug, bookcase or cabinet that may prevent
air flow through vent openings.

Do not expose product to extreme temperatures
such as found near a hot radiator or stove, or in a
car parked in the Summer sun.

Connect power cord only to AC power source as
marked on the product.

Some products employ a polarized AC line plug
(one blade is wider). This is a safety feature. The
plug will go in the power outlet only one way. If
the plug doesn’t go into the outlet completely,
turn the plug over and put it in the other way. If
it still doesn’t fit, contact a qualified electrician to
change the outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.

Route power cord to prevent it from being
pinched, or walked on, or melted by a hot stove
or radiator.

To clean cabinet, unplug AC power cord, then use
a soft cloth dampened only with water.

Do not place lighted candles, cigarettes, cigars,
etc. on the product.

Unplug AC power cord from outlet during a
lightning storm or when product is left unused
for a long period of time to prevent damage due
to lightning or power line surges.

Care should be taken so that objects do not fall
and liquids do not spill into the product.

Never add accessories that the product has not
been designed to accommodate.

Use only the manufacturer’s approved mounting
instructions and hardware when installing
product.

Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. This
product does not contain customer serviceable
components.

Do not handle the unit or power cord when your
hands are wet or damp.

Carts and Stands — The appliance
should be used only with a cart or
stand that is recommended by  the
manufacturer.

An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.

Damage Requiring Service–This product should
be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been

damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled
into the product; or
C. The product has been exposed to rain; or
D. The product does not appear to operate
normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance; or
E. The product has been dropped, or the cabinet
damaged.

When service or repairs are completed, ask the
service technician to perform the safety check
described in the service manual and to confirm
that replacement parts have the same safety
characteristics as the original parts.

Overloading - Do not overload the wall outlets,
extension cords or integral convenience
receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.

IF YOUR PRODUCT OPERATES ON BATTERIES

,

adhere to the following precautions:
A. Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with
a different battery type, if inserted incorrectly, or
if all batteries are not replaced at the same time.
B. Any battery may leak electrolyte or explode if
disposed of in fire or an attempt is made to
charge a battery not intended to be recharged.
C. Discard leaky batteries immediately. Leaking
batteries can cause skin burns or other personal
injury.When discarding batteries, be sure to
dispose of them in the proper manner, according
to provincial and local regulations.

IF YOUR PRODUCT IS EQUIPPED WITH
ANTENNA TERMINALS

, and if an outdoor

antenna is connected, be sure the system is
grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surge and built-up static charges.
An outdoor antenna should be locate away from
power lines.

IF PRODUCT IS TO BE CONNECTED TO A CATV
SYSTEM

, call the CATV system installer’s

attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as
practical.

FM

/AM/TV/Wx

ON/STANDBY / RADIO / TAPE / CD

To turn the unit on/ off and to select among
the radio, tape, CD and off (standby) mode.

BAND

 To select the radio, TV or weather

band.

EQ 

To select among the sound effects (Flat /

Rock / Jazz / Pop / Classic).

DBBS

 To turn the digital bass boost system

on and off.

VOLUME

 

+ / - 

To increase or decrease the

output volume.

    

To connect the headphone.

PLAY MODE 

In the radio mode, to access

the preset radio channels. In CD mode, to
select among the playback modes (repeat
all / repeat 1 / random).

SET 

In the radio mode, to select the radio

preset channels and to set preset stations
automatically.

 

In the CD mode, to enter the

program mode.

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.

STOP

 To stop the CD playback.

REMAIN 

In CD mode, to select between

displaying the track elapsed playback time
and the CD remaining playback time.

PLAY / PAUSE

 To start or pause the CD

playback.

CD OPEN

 To open the CD compartment

door.

CLOSE

 Push to close the CD compartment

door.

Cassette Player
REC 

To start the tape recording.

PLAY 

To start the tape playback.

REW 

To rewind the tape.

FWD 

To

 

fast forward the tape.

STOP/EJECT 

To stop the tape playback,

winding or recording, to open the cassette
door.

PAUSE 

To pause the tape playback.

1. Preset EQ settings

Rock, Jazz, Pop, Classic

2. Program mode activated
3. Random Playback
4. Repeat mode

REPEAT

 To repeat the whole disc

REPEAT 1

 To repeat the current track

5. Digital Bass Boost System
6.

MHz, KHz 

Tuner frequency unit

7. Shows the volume level when adjusting

the  volume

In CD mode

Track number (shows during disc
playback)

Total track number in the CD stop mode

Program location

Elapsed/ remaining playback time

In Tuner mode

Preset location, radio frequency

TV, weather channel number

In Tape mode

Displays “tAPE” in the tape mode.

8.

TV/Wx/FM/AM

 Radio band

Select radio mode

When the unit is turned off, press

STANDBY/ON / RADIO / TAPE / CD 

once to

select the radio mode.

Select radio band

Press 

BAND 

to select among FM, AM, TV

and weather bands.

Tuning to a station

•    Press 

TRACK/TUNE 

to tune down the

radio frequency.

•    Press 

TRACK/TUNE 

 to tune up the

radio frequency.

Setting preset stations
manually

1. In the radio mode, press 

BAND 

to select

the radio band.

2. Press 

TRACK/TUNE

 

or 

to select

the station to save as a preset station.

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.

Extend or reposition the
antenna for better FM/TV/Wx
reception. Rotate the unit for

better AM reception.

Press and hold 

TRACK/TUNE

or 

 to automatically

tune to the next available
station.

Playing tape

1. When the unit is off, press

ON STANDBY / RADIO / TAPE / CD 

twice

until TAPE mode is selected. The tape
indicator “tAPE” lights on the display.

2. Press 

STOP/EJECT

 to open the tape deck

door.

3. Insert a tape into the door and push the

door closed.

4. Press 

REW

 or 

FWD

 to wind the tape to

the desired starting position. Press 

STOP/

EJECT 

to stop winding.

5. Press 

PLAY 

to start playback. Press

PAUSE

 to pause playback (press again to

release the button to resume playback).

6. Press 

STOP/EJECT

 to stop the playback.

Recording to tape

From radio

1. Insert a tape into the deck.
2. Press 

ON/STANDBY / RADIO / TAPE / CD

until the RADIO mode is selected.

3. Press 

BAND

 to access the desired radio

band.

4. Press 

TRACK/TUNE

  

or

 

to tune to

the station to be recorded.

5. Press 

REC

 and 

PLAY 

together to begin

recording.

6. Press 

PAUSE

 or 

STOP

 to pause or stop

the recording respectively.

From CD

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.
4. Select the track or program to be

recorded.

5. Press 

REC

 and 

PLAY

 together to begin

recording.

6. Play the track or program to be recorded.
7. Press 

PAUSE

 or 

STOP

 to pause or stop

recording respectively.

Be sure to slide the cassette into
the tape slot on the door. Do
not place the tape directly onto

the tape mechanism.

For better recording quality,
use normal bias tape (Type I)
only.

This unit is compatible with
audio CD-R/RW discs.

CD-R / RW 

•  Do not affix any type of
labels to either side (recordable
or labeled side) of a CD-R/RW

disc as this may result in the unit
malfunctioning.

To avoid damages to the CD-R/RW
disc, do not open the disc
compartment door while the disc is
being read.

Playback capability for CD-RW discs
may vary due to variations in the
quality of the CD-RW disc and the
recorder used to create the disc.

Selecting CD mode

When the unit is turned off, press 

ON/

STANDBY  / RADIO / TAPE / CD

 three times

to enter the CD mode.

Loading disc

1.  Press the 

CD OPEN

 button to slide disc

tray out.

2.  Place a disc on the disc tray with the

label side facing up.

3.  Push the disc tray back in.

The total number of tracks on the disc can
be read from the display.

Playback

1. In stop mode, press 

PLAY/PAUSE

 to

begin the CD playback.

2. During the CD playback, press 

PLAY/

PAUSE 

to pause playback.  Press again to

resume.

Press 

TRACK/TUNE

 

or

 

 to skip to

the previous or next track respectively.

Press and hold 

TRACK/TUNE

 

or

 

to search quickly the current track
backward or forward respectively.

3. Press 

STOP 

to stop the playback.

CD remain

Press 

REMAIN 

to select between showing

the disc remaining playback time and track
elapsed playback time.

Programming

1. In stop mode, press 

SET 

to enter the

program setting mode.
The program location shows briefly and
then the track number and program icon
flash on the display.

2. Press 

TRACK/TUNE

 

or

 

to select

the track you want to program.

3. Press 

SET

 again to confirm your selection

and access the next program location.

4.  Repeat steps 2 to 3 to program to a

maximum of 20 tracks.

5.  Press 

PLAY/PAUSE 

in program mode to

start program playback (

PROGRAM

indicator lights on the display).
Press 

STOP

 to return to normal playback

mode.

Displaying the program list

Press 

SET

 repeatedly to show program list.

Exit program mode

Program mode will be deactivated once you
press 

STOP

 to end program playback.

Clearing program list

Your program will be erased once you open
the disc compartment door or change to
another source mode (e.g. radio).

If you are in the normal playback mode but
want to play the saved program, press

STOP

, then 

SET 

and then 

PLAY/PAUSE

.

Play mode

Press 

PLAYMODE

 to select among the

playback modes (repeat all / repeat current
track / random). Selection made is indicated
by icons on the display.

ESD remark:

In case of misfunction due to electrostatic
discharge just reset the product (disconnect
and reconnect of the power source may be
required) to resume normal operation.

Troubleshooting tips

Make sure that Pause mode is not
activated

Make sure CD function is selected

CD sound skips

Clean the CD (as explained in
“Maintenance”)

Check CD for warping, scratches, or other
damage

Radio

1

3

4

5

8

7

2

6

TV
Wx

CD lens care

When your CD lens gets dirty it can also
cause the system to output poor sound
quality. To clean the lens you will need to
purchase a CD lens cleaner which can
maintain the output sound quality of
your system. For instructions on cleaning
the CD lens, refer to the ones
accompanying the lens cleaner.

Cleaning the exterior

Disconnect the system from AC power
before cleaning the exterior of the unit
with a soft dust cloth

Clean the exterior with a soft clean cloth
or slightly moistened chamois leather. DO
NOT use solvents as it may cause damage
to the unit.

Cassettes

To protect your
recordings from
accidental erasure on
one or both sides of your
cassette, snap out the tab at
the top of the cassette. If you decide
later to record on the tape, seal the hole
with a piece of adhesive tape. (Refer to
diagram)

Quit Slacking - A little bit of slack in your
tapes  can cause scratches on the tape, or
worse yet, the tape could
break. If you notice some
slack in the tape, use a
pencil to tighten it up
before you insert it.

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A

60

A

A

A

CD playback

Setting preset stations
automatically

Press and hold 

SET 

to set presets

automatically. Once a station is found the
search stops briefly to allow you to listen to
the station.
•    Press 

TRACK/TUNE

 

or 

at this time

if you decide not to store the selected
station.

•    If you decide to store the station in

preset memory, wait a few seconds and
the search will resume.

Using presets

1.   Press 

BAND 

to select between bands.

2.   Press 

PLAYMODE

 to enter the preset

mode and PRESET 1 shows on the display.

3.   Press

 PLAYMODE

 repeatedly to access

the desired preset stations.

TV band

CH 2-13 are available for TV Band.
The channel number lights on the display
when TV band is selected. Press 

TRACK/

TUNE

 

or 

to select the station.

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 2

59.75 MHz

CH 3

65.75 MHz

CH 4

71.75 MHz

CH 5

81.75 MHz

CH 6

87.75 MHz

CH 7

179.75 MHz

CH 8

185.75 MHz

CH 9

191.75 MHz

CH 10

197.75 MHz

CH 11

203.75 MHz

CH 12

209.75 MHz

CH 13

215.75 MHz

The Weather transmission, broadcast 24
hours a day, are taped messages that are
repeated every 4 to 6 minutes and revised
and updated as needed to match the
changing weather conditions.  For additional
information, check your location office of
the National Weather Service (Department
of Commerce).

Important: 

The listening range of NOAA

weather stations varies from 10 miles up to a
maximum of 40 miles from the station’s
transmitter.  In some areas of the United
States, weather transmissions cannot be
monitored.  The effective range of this radio
will have side variations due to the height of
the local transmitting antenna, atmospheric
conditions, and the terrain between the
transmitter and your radio’s location.

Radio

RCA
RCD168

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

Manufacturer/Responsible Party
Thomson, Inc.
P.O. Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206-1976
(317) 587-3001

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