RCA Clock RP5440 User Guide

5630 6080 (EN/E)  
English  
Before You Begin  
FCC Information  
Important Information  
Important Information  
FCC Information  
Make sure that you keep your set  
away from water and high  
Ecology  
Battery Back-Up Operation  
For Your Safety  
Technical 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:  
Note:  
Help protect the environment - we  
recommend that you dispose of used  
batteries by putting them into specially  
designed receptacles.  
This clock radio is equipped with a  
memory holding system that can be  
powered with 2 “AA” batteries (included  
and installed). The power failure  
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  
Product: Clock Radio  
Brand: RCA  
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Power is fed to the unit even  
when it is not functioning. To cut  
the power supply off, the power  
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.  
Model: RP5440  
protection circuit will not operate unless  
battery is installed. When normal  
Electrical Consumption  
cable must be unplugged.  
Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz  
Power Consumption: 4 Watts  
Maintenance  
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.  
Clean the unit with a soft cloth, or a damp  
chamois leather. Never use solvents.  
electrician to change the outlet, or use  
different one. Do not attempt to bypass this  
safety feature.  
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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  
Power Failure Indicator  
The use of apparatus in moderate  
climates.  
When AC power is interrupted (disconnected)  
for a short period of time, both time and  
alarm settings will change (unless batteries  
are 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.  
For Your Records  
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.  
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n the event that service should be required, you  
may need the model number. In the space  
below, record the date and place of purchase:  
Main plug is used as the disconnect device, it shall  
remain readily operable and should not be  
obstructed during intended used. To be  
completely disconnected the apparatus from  
supply mains, the main plug of the apparatus  
shall be disconnected from the mains socket  
outlet completely.  
Date of Purchase:  
Place of Purchase:  
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.  
• 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.  
Replace 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.  
Service Information  
• 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.  
IMPORTADOR  
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.  
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.  
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.  
CAUTION  
2. Insert 2 AA batteries.  
3. Replace the compartment door.  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
Telefono: 52-55-11-020360  
T H E L I G H T N I N G CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE  
THE EXCLAMATION  
RFC: CTM-980723-KS5  
FLASH AND ARROW-  
HEAD WITHIN THE  
TRIANGLE IS  
WA R N I N G  
ALERTING YOU OF  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, POINT WITHIN THE  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER T R I A N G L E I S  
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SERVICEABLE PARTS IN-  
SIDE. REFER SERVICING  
TO Q U A L I F I E D S E RV I C E  
PERSONNEL.  
Note: we recommend that you replace the  
batteries every 2-3 years.  
S I G N  
ALERTING YOU OF  
EXPORTER  
Thomson Inc.  
P.O. Box 1976  
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SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT  
Indianapolis, IN 46206 - 1976  
©2006 Thomson Inc.  
RP5440  
EN/E  
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL  
DO NOT EXPOSETHIS PRODUCT  
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.  
Trademark(s) ® Registered  
Marque(s) ® Deposée(s)  
Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)  
SHOCK HAZARD,  
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time.  
Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo.  
FCC ID: T4HSW0001  
Printed in China / Impreso en China  
General Controls  
Clock  
Clock  
Radio  
Wake Function  
Top View  
2. Press  
REV or FWD  
to set the clock  
radio locked in on the FM station to which  
it is tuned.  
Setting Wake Time  
Before You Plug for Power  
1. Setting Time Zone  
Turning Off the Wake Alarm or  
Selecting Radio Mode  
US Time Zones  
time. The time decrements or increments  
will follow by a faster rate when you press  
and hold the buttons. The “:” between  
hour and minute time flashes when you  
are setting the time. AM or PM icon will  
also beside the time.  
OFF - turns the unit off.  
This unit allows two wake times to be set.  
Press RADIO/AUX to switch on radio.  
Radio  
FWD  
- sets time (increases value).  
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.  
1. Slide the switch  
/WAKE1/WAKE2/  
You may slide the TIME ZONE selector at  
the back of the unit to Eastern (EST),  
Central (CST), Mountain (MST) or Pacific  
(PST) (refer to the maps on the right).  
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”)  
SNOOZE/PROJECTION - enters snooze mode  
where the alarm will quiet but sound again  
once the snooze period is over; turns on the  
projector for about 10 seconds when it is  
switched off.  
REV - sets time (decreases value).  
RADIO/AUX - turns unit on; selects radio or  
AUX mode.  
on the top of the unit to WAKE 1 or  
WAKE 2 position.  
Switching Band  
Slide the AM/FM switch on the back of the  
2. Press  
REV or FWD  
to set the  
unit to select AM or FM band.  
respective wake time. The time  
decrements or increments will follow  
by a faster rate when you press and  
hold the buttons. The “:” between  
hour and minute time flashes when  
you are setting the time.  
3. Slide the switch  
on the top of the unit to  
when finished.  
/WAKE1/WAKE2/  
2. Daylight Saving  
Tuning the Radio  
AM Antenna  
position  
To turn off the wake alarm or radio  
completely, press OFF. The wake alarm or  
radio will activate again the next day unless  
you switch off the Wake function (see  
“Switching off Wake Function”).  
You can slide the DST switch at the back  
of the unit to turn on/ off in areas  
observing/ not observing such time  
change.  
Turn the TUNING knob on the right of the  
unit to adjust radio frequency. Radio  
frequency shows on the display.  
A built-in ferrite rod antenna eliminates the  
need for an outside antenna for AM  
WAKE -  
sets wake function.  
OFF - activates, deactivates and  
reception. Rotating the unit slightly may  
improve reception of distant AM stations.  
Clock Projector  
3. Slide the switch  
/WAKE1/WAKE2/  
A clock projector is located on the left side of  
the unit. Clock time can be projected onto  
ceilings or walls for easy reference. The  
distance between the projector and the  
projected surface should be within 2.6 to 9  
feet (0.8m to 2.8m) .  
FM Antenna  
/WAKE1/WAKE2/  
setting and to set Wake 1, Wake 2 and clock  
time.  
NAP - activates NAP function.  
SLEEP - activates sleep function.  
- slide switch to lock  
on the top of the unit to  
when finished.  
position  
WARNING: Please avoid playing with  
these buttons after entering the  
Clock/Alarm set mode.  
The power cord acts as your FM antenna.  
The power cord picks moderate to strong  
stations and eliminates the need for an  
external antenna in most strong signal  
areas. Be sure the power cord is stretched  
out to its full length. Changing position of  
the power cord may improve reception.  
Listening to Auxiliary Source  
(PST)  
(MST)  
1. Connect your auxiliary source (e.g. mp3  
player) to the AUX input jack on the right  
side of the unit.  
Tip: The unit equips with GRAD-  
U-WAKE feature, the alarm tone  
volume will increase gradually to  
its maximum in about 30 to 45  
seconds.  
Selecting Wake Source  
You may be woken up by radio or alarm.  
(CST)  
(EST)  
Auto Clock Set  
2. Turn on the unit and your auxiliary source.  
3. Press RADIO/AUX to switch to listen to  
auxiliary source. The AUX indicator on the  
front display will turn on. Press again to  
switch back to listen to the radio.  
1. Select an AM or FM station (see  
directions on “Radio”).  
2. Set a wake time (see above directions).  
Canadian Time Zones  
Back View  
The projector can be rotated 90o forward or  
backward. Slide the PROJECTOR switch to  
turn on or off the projector. To rotate the  
projected image, press ANGLE repeatedly.  
Each press will rotate the image by 90o.  
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 and installed). All  
you have to do is to plug this clock for  
power and current time will be shown  
automatically.  
AUTO DIMMER - turns auto dimmer function  
on or off.  
3. Press WAKE -  
OFF 1 or 2  
Built-In AFC  
TIME ZONE - slide to select time zone  
corresponds to your location.  
DST - turns daylight saving function on or off.  
AM/FM - selects between AM and FM bands.  
PROJECTOR ON/OFF - turns projector on or off.  
ANGLE - rotates the projected image.  
repeatedly on the top of the unit to  
select a waking mode. Corresponding  
icon lights on the front of the unit.  
- Wake 1 by alarm  
The Built In Automatic Frequency Control  
(AFC) works only on FM. It helps reducing  
drift on FM reception and keeping the  
The clock time can also be displayed  
temporarily from the projector even if it is  
switched off. Press SNOOZE/PROJECTION  
once to display the clock time for about 10  
seconds.  
However, the batteries can also be  
exhausted and we recommend that you  
replace the batteries every 2-3 years. In  
case the memory holding batteries are  
accidentally removed, you may set the  
clock manually with following procedures:  
- Wake 1 by radio  
- Wake 2 by alarm  
- Wake 2 by radio  
Auto Brightness Control  
Clock time and radio frequency are  
display on the display area at the front of  
the unit. The display brightness can be  
adjusted automatically by analyzing the  
intensity of surrounding light sources.  
Side View  
-VOLUME+ - adjusts volume.  
TUNING - selects radio frequencies.  
AUX IN - AUX input jack.  
Checking Wake Time  
Slide AUTO DIMMER on the back of the unit  
to ON position to activate the function.  
Slide the switch  
/WAKE1/WAKE2/  
on the top of the unit to WAKE 1 or  
WAKE 2 position to check the currently  
set wake time.  
Setting Clock  
1. Slide the switch  
on the top of the unit to  
position.  
ID - performs temperature information  
synchronization with the digital thermometer.  
oC/oF - selects temperature scale.  
/WAKE1/WAKE2/  
clock  
(CST)  
(EST)  
(MST)  
(PST)  
incorporated into other products.  
• Products purchased or serviced outside the USA.  
• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning  
damage.  
Limited Warranty (United  
States)  
Wake Function  
NAP Function  
This function wakes you up after a short  
period of time (from 10 minutes to 2  
hours).  
Thermometer  
Thermometer  
What your warranty covers:  
Limitation of Warranty:  
SmartSnoozeTM Operation  
This operation allows extra sleep time  
after the wake function is on. The alarm  
will be off by pressing SNOOZE, NAP,  
• Defects in materials or workmanship.  
For how long after your purchase:  
• One year from date of purchase.  
The warranty period for rental units begins with  
the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to  
the rental firm, whichever comes first.  
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.  
Line Out Temperature Sensor  
4. When the alarm sounds, press OFF to  
switch it off.  
Placing thermometer  
However, if you find abnormal temperature  
display on the main unit, you may  
synchronize the temperature manually by  
following the steps below:  
Indoor Temperature  
Switching Off Wake Function  
THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY  
WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL  
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED  
(INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF  
If you are going to install the  
The digital thermometer can be fixed on walls  
with the included holder (screws not  
provided). If you are placing it outdoor,  
ensure that it does not get wet by rain and is  
not under direct sunlight.  
The main unit has an internal  
Press WAKE -  
OFF 1 or 2 repeatedly on  
To cancel the function before the nap  
time ends, press and hold NAP until no  
NAP icon shows on the display.  
thermometer outdoor with extreme  
temperatures (below 14oF (-10oC) ), the use  
of line out temperature sensor (included)  
is recommended to avoid battery failure.  
Insert the sensor connector to the receptor  
(below ID button) in the battery  
compartment. The sensor wire should be  
extended from battery compartment  
through the hole at the lower left of the  
door.  
thermometer that shows the current room  
temperature at the lower left of the  
display indicated by “IN”.  
the top of the unit until no wake mode icon  
shows on the display.  
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR  
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1. Press NAP on the top of the unit and  
SLEEP,  
REV or FWD  
until the  
PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY  
DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN  
INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON INC., ITS  
AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE  
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  
use  
REV or FWD  
to set the  
1. At the main unit (clock radio):  
press and hold ID until the temperature  
display “- - -” at the lower right of the  
display starts scrolling.  
2. At the digital thermometer: Unscrew  
at the battery compartment to open the  
door. Press and hold ID inside the battery  
compartment until the antenna icon on  
the display of the thermometer flashes.  
Synchronization starts automatically and  
should be finished within several seconds.  
snooze period is over. Snooze function can  
be used repeatedly up to 30 minutes  
(default: 9 minutes).  
duration up to 2 hours (each press  
decreases or increases duration by 10  
minutes).  
2. The clock time shows after a few  
seconds if no button is pressed. NAP  
icon shows on the display to indicate  
the function is activated.  
3. To check remaining nap time, press  
NAP once to show the time on the  
display briefly.  
Outdoor Temperature  
A separate digital  
thermometer is  
Note: SmartSnoozeTM is only  
If you are using the line out temperature  
sensor, place the thermometer indoor and  
extend the sensor wire outside the window.  
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available when  
/WAKE1/  
WAKE2/  
position.  
is at the lock  
Set the “quiet” period as follow:  
included which can  
remotely transmit  
temperature  
information to the  
main unit and shows  
at the lower right of  
the display indicated  
by “OUT”.  
1. Press and hold SNOOZE.  
Tips:  
2. Press  
REV or FWD  
to set the  
• The thermometer sends the  
latest temperature information to  
the main unit every 35 seconds.  
There may be delay on the main unit to  
show the most updated temperature  
changes.  
quiet period. The time decrements or  
increments will follow by a faster rate  
when you press and hold the buttons.  
Back view with battery compartment  
door removed (batteries not included)  
When synchronization succeeds, the  
antenna icon stops flashing and the  
synchronized temperature shows on the  
main unit.  
Battery door screw hole  
WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT.  
THIS  
• 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:  
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.  
Install 2 “AAA” batteries (not included) in  
the thermometer.  
1. Unscrew at the battery compartment  
to open the door.  
2. Install two “AAA” batteries by  
referring to the indications in the  
compartment.  
3. Replace the battery compartment door  
of the thermometer and secure closing  
with the screw.  
oC/oF - selects  
temperature  
scale shows on  
the display.  
• When the outdoor temperature display  
is flashing on the main unit, there may be  
no signal receiving from the digital  
thermometer. Please make sure the  
batteries of the thermometer are not  
empty and the thermometer is not placed  
too far from the main unit and without  
obstacles between them.  
Sleep Function  
3. If synchronization fails (no temperature  
shows on the main unit), perform step 2  
again.  
If synchronization still fails after several  
attempts and the temperature display  
“- - -” on the main unit stops scrolling and  
starts to flash, you have to perform both  
steps 1 and 2 again.  
Thomson Inc.  
Product Exchange Center  
11721 B Alameda Avenue  
Socorro, Texas 79927  
In sleep mode, you can set the duration  
(up to 2 hours) before the radio turn off  
automatically.  
2. To check the remaining duration before  
the radio turns off, press and hold SLEEP.  
3. To cancel the sleep function, press  
SNOOZE or OFF.  
• 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.)  
How state law relates to this warranty:  
1. Press and hold SLEEP on the top of the  
Some states do not allow the exclusion nor  
ID - performs  
temperature  
information  
unit and use  
REV or FWD  
to set  
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.  
the duration up to 2 hours (default: 59  
min). The time decrements or  
increments will follow by a faster rate  
when you press and hold the buttons.  
Note: The radio will be switched on.  
Tips: You may also set sleep mode  
to auxiliary audio source. Connect  
the auxiliary source (e.g. mp3  
Once the main unit (clock radio) is  
plugged for power, it can automatically  
synchronize with the digital thermometer  
(with batteries installed) to show the  
temperature. You do not need to do  
anything.  
synchronization  
with the main  
unit.  
Note: Both the main unit and  
thermometer will show “LLL” if  
temperature is lower than -58oF  
(-50oC) and will show “HHH” if it  
is higher than 140oF (60oC).  
player) and press RADIO/AUX  
Receptor for  
twice to select AUX mode after sleep  
time is set. However, the auxiliary source  
cannot be turned off by the unit.  
connecting the line  
out temperature  
sensor (included).  
• Installation and set-up service adjustments.  
• Batteries.  
• Damage from misuse or neglect.  
• Products which have been modified or  
 

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