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user manual

manual de usuario

EN/E

It is important to read this instruction prior to using your new product for the fi rst time.
Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su equipo.

Ri500

v1.1 (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. 

This equipment has been tested 
and found to comply with the 
limits for a Class B digital device, 
pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. 
These limits are designed to 
provide reasonable protection 
against harmful interference in 
a residential installation. This 
equipment generates, uses, and 
can radiate radio frequency energy 
and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, 
may cause harmful interference to 
radio communications. 

However, there is no guarantee 
that interference will not occur 
in a particular installation. If 
this equipment does cause 
harmful interference to radio or 
television reception, which can 
be determined by turning the 
equipment off and on, the user is 

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.:

encouraged to try to correct the 
interference by one or more of the 
following measures
•   Reorient or relocate the 

receiving antenna.

•   Increase the separation 

between the equipment and 
receiver.

•   Connect the equipment into 

an outlet on a circuit different 
from that to which the 
receiver is connected.

•   Consult the dealer or 

an experienced radio/TV 
technician for help.

Changes or modifi cations not 
expressly approved by the party 
responsible for compliance could 
void the user’s authority to 
operate the equipment. 

Technical Information

Product: Speaker/Radio for use 
with iPod
Brand: RCA
Model: Ri500
Unit size: 300x167.3x160mm
Weight: 1.43KG

Electrical Consumption

External AC adaptor: 12V        1.5A

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 user manual.

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 modifi cations without 
prior notice. The English version serves 
as the fi nal reference on all product 
and operational details should any 
discrepancies arise in other languages.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Before you begin

General controls

iPod

Radio

Auxiliary input

Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty

WARNING:

 

TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, 

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Precautions

• Minimum 

distances 

around 

the apparatus for suffi cient 
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.

Box contents

•  one main unit
•  one remote control
•  eight iPod adapters
•  one AC/DC power adapter
•  one user manual

Plugging in for power

Insert the connector of the AC/DC 
adpater to the power jack at the 
back of the unit. Connect the 
power plug of the adapter to a 
suitable power outlet.

External AC/DC adapter input 
Power supply: 100-240VAC 0.7A 
50/60Hz
 
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.

Troubleshooting tips

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
•   Try turning off electrical 

appliances near the unit, 
such as hair dryers, vacuum 
cleaners, or fl uorescent lights.

iPod does not start play
•  Make sure the iPod is properly 

connected to the universal 
dock for iPod.

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.

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.

More information

iPod is a trademark of Apple 
Computer, Inc., registered in the 
U.S. and other countries.

Front view

– To switch on or off the unit.

SOURCE – To select among AM 
radio, FM radio, iPod and AUX 
modes.
MODE – To recall preset radio 
stations in radio mode. To select 
the repeat and shuffl e mode 
during iPod playback.

 – To select radio frequencies 

(radio mode) or fi les on the 
iPod. Press and hold during iPod 
playback to search forward or 
backward quickly.
PUSH – Universal dock for iPod®. 
Push to close or open.

Top view

EQ – To select an equalizer sound 
mode.
VOLUME +/– – To adjust the 
volume level.

Back view

AUX IN – To connect with external 
device with an audio cable (not 
provided).
DC 12V – To connect with the 
AC/DC power adapter for power 
supply.

Remote control

AM/FM –  To turn on the unit 
from power off and select the 
radio band. To select the radio  
from other modes.
ON/OFF – To switch on or off the 
unit.
iPod/AUX – To turn on the unit 
from power off. To select iPod or 
AUX mode from other modes.
VOL+/VOL– – To adjust the volume 
level.
SKIP–/MEM– or SKIP+/MEM+ – 
To select radio frequencies (radio 
mode) or fi les on the iPod. Press 
and hold during iPod playback 
to search forward or backward 
quickly.
PROG/SHUFFLE – To store radio 
stations as presets. To select 
the shuffl e mode during iPod 
playback.
RECALL/REPEAT – To recall preset 
radio stations in radio mode. To 
select the repeat mode during 
iPod playback.
MUTE – To mute or restore sound 
output.
EQ – To select an equalizer sound 
mode.

Basic playback

1.  Push the universal dock for 

iPod at the front of the unit 
to open it.

2.  Eight adapters are supplied. 

Check the table on the right 
and use the appropriate 
adapter for your iPod.

3.  Place the adapter and then 

your iPod on the universal 
dock for iPod. 

4. Press SOURCE or iPod/AUX to 

select the iPod mode.

•  Playback from the iPod starts 

automatically. 

•  The blue indicator on the 

dock lights in iPod mode with 
your iPod connected.

•  Blue indicator blinks if there is 

no iPod connected.

5. Press 

 on the main unit or 

SKIP–/MEM– or SKIP+/MEM+ 
on the remote control to skip 
to the previous or next fi le. 
Press and hold 

, SKIP–

/MEM– or SKIP+/MEM+ to 
search backward or forward 
quickly during playback.

6.  Other playback controls such 

as pause and menu navigation 
should be operated on the 
iPod.

Made for: 
•  iPod with video (30GB, 60GB, 

80GB) 5th generation   

•  iPod photo (20GB U2 Special 

Edition, 30GB U2 Special 
Edition, 40GB, 60GB) 4th 
generation

•  iPod (20GB, 20GB U2 

Special Edition, 40GB) 4th 
generation

•  iPod nano (2GB, 4GB) 1st 

•  iPod mini (4GB, 6GB) 1st & 

•  iPod touch (8GB, 16GB)
•  iPod classic (80GB, 160GB)

For the latest iPod models, please 
use the adapter provided with 
your iPod.

You may charge the 
battery of your iPod 
through the universal 
dock for iPod while the unit 
is turned off (standby mode) 
or in the iPod mode. The blue 
indicator on the dock lights 
in iPod or standby mode with 
your iPod connected. Charging 
control should be operated on 
the iPod. 

Press SOURCE or AM/FM to select 
the radio mode.

Selecting radio band

Press SOURCE or AM/FM to select 
a radio band.

Tuning frequencies

• Press   on the main unit or 

SKIP–/MEM– / SKIP+/MEM+ 
on the remote control to 
select frequencies.

•  Press and hold either button 

briefl y and then release to 
start automatic search for the 
next available station.

Storing frequencies

1.  Tune to a radio station (refer 

to the above instructions).

2.  Press and hold PROG/SHUFFLE 

on the remote control. 

•  “P01” blinks on the display. 
3.  Select a desired preset 

location by pressing 

 on 

the main unit or SKIP–/MEM– 

 or 

SKIP+/MEM+ on the 

remote control. 

•  There are 20 preset locations 

for FM and 20 preset locations 
for AM on this unit.

4. Press PROG/SHUFFLE on the 

remote control to store the 
radio station at the selected 
preset location.

Recalling preset stations

Press MODE on the main unit or 
RECALL/REPEAT on the remote 
control to select a desired preset 
station. 

1.  Connect the auxiliary device 

to the AUX IN jack with an 
audio cable (not provided).

2. Press SOURCE or iPod/AUX to 

select the AUX mode.

3.  Start playback from the 

auxiliary device.

4.  Adjust the auxiliary device to 

mid-range volume and adjust 
the the master volume by 
pressing VOLUME+/– on the 

Sound controls

Volume control

Press VOLUME+/– on the main 
unit or the remote control for 
the volume control. The selected 
volume level will show briefl y on 
the display.

EQ

Press EQ on either the main unit 
or the remote control to select 
among rock, jazz, pop, classic and 
EQ off modes. The selected EQ 
mode will show on the display.

Muting

1. Press MUTE on the remote 

control to mute sound output.

•  The display fl ashes while the 

sound output is muted. 

2. Press MUTE or VOLUME+/– to 

restore the sound output.

Display

Function modes

Stereo sound (radio)

EQ modes

Radio frequency units

Radio frequencies or volume level

Note

Insert 2 AAA 
batteries (batteries 
not included) in the 
remote control before use. 

Repeat playback

During playback, press MODE on 
the main unit or RECALL/REPEAT 
on the remote control to select a 
repeat playback mode (repeat 1 or 
repeat all). 

To cancel repeat playback, repeat 
the step above until no repeat 
mode is selected. 

Shuffl e playback

During playback, press and hold 
MODE on the main unit or press 
PROG/SHUFFLE on the remote 
control to select the shuffl e 
playback mode. 

To cancel shuffl e playback, repeat 
the step above until no shuffl e 
mode is selected. 

Disconnecting the iPod

1.  Remove the iPod from the 

universal dock and close the 
dock. 

2. Press SOURCE, AM/FM or 

iPod/AUX to select another 
function, or press ON/OFF to 
turn off the unit.

Back view

Top view

Front view

the provided plug does not 
fi t into your outlet, consult an 
electrician for replacement of 
the obsolete outlet.

•   Protect the power cord 

from being walked on or 
pinched particularly at plugs, 
convenience receptacles, and 
the point where they exit 
from the apparatus.

•   Only use attachments/

accessories specifi ed by the 
manufacturer.

•   Use only with the 

cart, stand, tripod, 
bracket, or table 
specifi ed by the 
manufacturer, or sold with 
the apparatus. When a cart 
is used, use caution when 
moving the cart/apparatus 
combination to avoid injury 
from tip-over.

•   Unplug this apparatus during 

lightning storms or when 
unused for long periods of 
time.

•   Refer all servicing to qualifi ed 

service personnel. Servicing is 
required when the apparatus 
has been damaged in any way, 
such as power-supply cord or 

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.
•   Read these instructions.
•   Keep these instructions.
•   Heed all warnings.
•   Follow all instructions.
•   Do not use this apparatus 

near water.

•   Clean only with dry cloth.
•   Do not block any ventilation 

openings. Install in accordance 
with the manufacturer’s 
instructions.

•   Do not install near any heat 

sources such as radiators, 
heat registers, stoves, or 
other apparatus (including 
amplifi ers) that produce heat.

•   Do not defeat the safety 

purpose of the polarized 
or grounding-type plug. A 
polarized plug has two blades 
with one wider than the 
other. A grounding type plug 
has two blades and a third 
grounding prong. The wide 
blade or the third prong is 
provided for your safety. If 

plug is damaged, liquid has 
been spilled or objects have 
fallen into the apparatus, the 
apparatus has been exposed 
to rain or moisture, does not 
operate normally, or has been 
dropped.

•  ADDITIONAL SAFETY 

•   Apparatus shall not be 

exposed to dripping or 
splashing and no objects 
fi lled with liquids, such as 
vases, shall be placed on the 
apparatus.

•   Always leave suffi cient space 

around the product for 
ventilation. Do not place 
product in or on a bed, rug, 
in a bookcase or cabinet that 
may prevent air fl ow through 
vent openings.

•   Do not place lighted candles, 

cigarettes, cigars, etc. on the 
product.

•   Connect power cord only to 

AC power source as marked 
on the product.

•   Care should be taken so that 

objects do not fall into the 
product.

•   Do not attempt to disassemble 

the cabinet. This product 
does not contain customer 
serviceable components.

•  The AC main power adaptor 

is considered as the main 
disconnect device.

•   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 fi re 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 
your state/provincial and local 
regulations.

Important Battery 
Precautions

•  Any battery may present a risk 

of fi re, explosion, or chemical 
burn if abused. Do not try to 
charge a battery that is not 
intended to be recharged, do 
not incinerate, and do not 
puncture.

• Non-rechargeable 

batteries, 

such as alkaline batteries, may 
leak if left in your product for 
a long period of time. Remove 
the batteries from the product 
if you are not going to use it 
for a month or more.

main unit or VOL+/– on the 
remote control. 

•  Do not turn the volume of 

the auxiliary device too high 
as this may affect the sound 
quality.

•  For other playback operations, 

control them on your auxiliary 
device.

More information

•  If your product uses more 

than one battery, do not mix 
types and make sure they 
are inserted correctly. Mixing 
types or inserting incorrectly 
may cause them to leak.

•  Discard any leaky or deformed 

battery immediately. They 
may cause skin burns or other 
personal injury.

•  Please help to protect the 

environment by recycling 
or disposing of batteries 
according to federal, state, 
and local regulations.

ON/OFF

AM/FM

iPod/AUX

VOL+

VOL–-

PROG/

RECALL/

MUTE

EQ

SKIP–/MEM–-

SKIP+/MEM+

SHUFFLE REPEAT

AVC MULTIMEDIA (“AVC”) makes the following limited warranty. This 
limited warranty extend to the original consumer purchaser and is limited 
to non-commercial use of the product.

AVC products purchased in the United States are warranted to be free 
from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from 
the date of their original retail purchase. If the unit fails to conform to this 
warranty, we will service the product using new or refurbished parts and 
products, at AVC’s sole discretion.

During a period of one year from the effective warranty date, AVC will 
provide, when needed, service labor to repair a manufacturing defect at its 
designated Service Center. To obtain warranty service in the Untied States, 
you must fi rst call our Customer Support Center at 1-866-444-5746 
or 1-800-252-6123, during the hours listed in the box on the right. 
The determination of service will be made by AVC Customer Support. 
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR UNIT TO AVC WITHOUT PRIOR 
AUTHORIZATION. New or remanufactured replacements for defective 
parts or products will be used for repairs by AVC at its designated Service 
Center for one year from the effective warranty date. Such replacement 
parts or products are warranted for an additional one year from the 
date of repair or replacement. The Customer will be required to ship 
the unit to the Service Center indicated at the time Customer Support is 
contacted to make the necessary repairs. The customer is responsible for all 
transportation charges to the service facility.

When you send the product to the AVC service facility you must use the 
original carton box and packing material or an equivalent as designated by 
AVC.

LIMITED WARRANTY

1) You must retain the original sale receipt to provide proof of 

purchase.

2) These warranties are effective only if the product is purchased and 

operated in the U.S.A. or Canada.

3) Warranties extend only to defects in material or workmanship, and do 

not extend to any product or parts which have been lost or discarded, 
or damage to product or parts caused by misuse, accident, improper 
operation or maintenance, or use in violation of instructions provided 
with the product, or to product which has been altered or modifi ed 
without authorization of AVC, or to products or parts thereof which 
have had the serial number removed or changed.

All warranties implied by state law, including the implied warranties 
of merchantability and fi tness for a particular purpose, are expressly 
limited to the duration of the limited warranties set forth above. With 
the exception of any warranties implied by state law as hereby limited, 
the foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties, 
guarantees, agreements and similar obligations of manufacturer or seller 
with respect to the repair or replacement of any parts. In no event shall 
AVC be liable for consequential or incidental damages. 

No person, agent, distributor, dealer or company is authorized to change, 
modify or extend the terms of these warranties in any manner whatsoever. 
The time within action must be commenced to enforce any obligation of 
AVC arising under the warranty or under any statute, or law of the United 
States or any state thereof, is hereby limited to one year from the date 
of purchase. This limitation does not apply to implied warranties arising 
under state law.

This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights and you may also have other 
rights, which may vary, from state to state. Some states do not allow 
limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, when an action may 
be brought, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential 
damages, so the above provisions may not apply to you.

For more information on other products and services, please visit our web 
site at 

Important: 
Also keep your "Bill of Sale" as proof of purchase.

Model no. ..............................................................................

Product name ...................................................................................

Type of set .................................................................................

Serial no. ..................................................................................

I n v o i c e  n o .  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Date purchased ..........................................................................

Dealer name ..........................................................................

FOR SERVICE AND REPAIR, PLEASE VISIT 

Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without 
notice.

In the event your product requires repair after the limited 
warranty period has expired, please contact our Customer 
Support Center at 1-866-444-5746, 1-800-252-6123 or 

Important:
You are responsible for any transportation, shipping or insurance 
relative to the return of product to our Product Returns Center.

iPod with video 30GB
U2 iPod with video 30GB
iPod classic 80GB

iPod with video 60GB
iPod classic 160GB

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