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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
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Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V.
Thomson Inc.
P.O. Box 1976,
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 57
Col. Ampliación Granada
Indianapolis, IN 46206-1976
@2004 Thomson Inc.
C.P. 11529 Mexico D.F.
Trademark(s) © Registered
Telefono: (55)25 81 53 20
RP3720
Marca(s) © Registrada(s)
Marque(s) © Deposée(s)
RFC: CTM-980723-KS5
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.
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FCC Information
FCC Information
• Re-orient the receiving antenna (that is, the
For Your Safety
FCC Information
Technical Information
Product: Clock Radio
Brand: RCA
EN
EN
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.
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.
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.
Model: RP3720
Electrical Consumption
Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz
Power Consumption: 9 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
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.
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:
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:
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.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROW-
HEAD WITHIN THE
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE THE EXCLAMATION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, POINT WITHIN THE
DO NOT REMOVE COVER TRIANGLE IS
A
TRIANGLE IS
A
WARNING
SIGN
(OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS IN-
SIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
" D A N G E R O U S
VOLTAGE" INSIDE
THE PRODUCT.
ALERTING YOU OF
I M P O R TA N T
I NSTRUCTI ONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF 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.
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL
DO NOT EXPOSETHIS PRODUCT
SHOCK HAZARD,
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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Table of Contents
Safety Information
•
Make sure that you keep
your set away from water
and high temperatures.
FCC information / Safety Information
Radio ................................................. 9
Ecology
EN
EN
Built-In AFC ............................................... 9
Antennas ................................................... 9
Turning on/off the Radio ........................ 9
Selecting Bands ........................................ 9
Tuning to Stations .................................... 9
Help protect the environment
- we recommend that you
dispose of used batteries by
putting them into specially
designed receptacles.
Before Your Begin ............................ 2
• To prevent personal injury, do not
reverse any batteries and do not
mix battery types.
1. Before Plugging-In for Power ..... 2
Automatic Time Set ............................ 2
Setting Time Zone ............................... 2
U.S. Time Zone (Figure 1) ................... 3
Canadian Time Zone (Figure 2) ......... 3
2. Plugging In for Power .................. 4
For Your Safety ................................... 4
3. Daylight Saving Time .................. 4
Battery Back-Up Operation ......... 5
Power Failure Indicator ...................... 5
Wake Settings ................................ 10
Maintenance
Setting Wake Time ................................. 10
Selecting Wake Source ......................... 10
Wake to Tone ......................................... 10
Wake to Radio ........................................ 11
Cancel Wake Settings ............................ 11
Turning off Alarm .................................. 11
Clean the unit with a soft
cloth, or a damp chamois
leather. Never use solvents.
General Controls .............................. 6
Operating the Clock ....................... 12
Top View ................................................... 6
Side Views ................................................. 6
Sleep Mode ............................................. 12
Nap Mode ............................................... 13
Snooze Alarm Operation ....................... 14
Auto Brightness Control ........................ 14
Display .............................................. 7
U.S. Warranty .................................. 15
Canadian Warranty ........................ 17
Setting the Clock ............................. 8
Setting Clock ............................................. 8
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Before You Begin
Before You Begin
U.S. Time Zone (Figure 1)
Setting Time Zone
1. Before Plugging-In for
Power
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EN
You may slide the time
zone selector at the
bottom of the clock to
Pacific, Mountain, Central
or Eastern.
Automatic Time 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.
Before plugging in for power, follow
the steps below to select time zone.
Refer to Figure 1 for U.S. Time Zone
details.
Refer to Figure 2 for Canadian Time
Zone details.
Canadian Time Zone (Figure 2)
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Before You Begin
Before You Begin
3. Before inserting the batteries,
2. Plugging In For Power
3. Daylight Saving Time
Battery Back-Up Operation
EN
EN
observe the polarities (That is, + and
-) of the battery, then relate the
polarities to the engraved diagram
inside the battery compartment.
Insert 2 “AA” size batteries in the
battery compartment
AC OUTLET POWER SUPPLY:
120V~60Hz
The power failure protection circuit will
not operate unless batteries are
installed.
Slide the DAYLIGHT SAVING
switch on the bottom of the
unit to turn on/ off daylight
saving time in areas observing/
not observing such time
change.
When the battery backup functions, the
digital display will not light, however,
the function of wake still occurs during
the power interruption if remaining
battery power is adequate.
For Your Safety
The AC power plug is
polarized (one blade is
4. Replace the compartment door and
lock the door in place by pushing the
tab towards the compartment door.
wider than the other)
and only fits into AC
power outlets one way.
Normal operation will resume after AC
power is restored so you will not have
to reset the time or wake.
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.
Note:
Install battery as follow:
We recommend that you replace
the batteries every 2-3 years.
The daylight saving time icon
will be
displayed when the feature is activated.
Power Failure Indicator
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.
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.
Warning:
1. Unlock the battery compartment
door (located at the bottom of
the radio) by sliding the tab away
from the door.
2. 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.
Please avoid playing with the
DAYLIGHT SAVING slide switch
and TIME ZONE switch after
entering the Clock/Wake set
mode.
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General Controls
Display
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1
2
2
NAP
AUTO BRIGHTNESS
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DUALWAKE
FM
AM
MHz
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FM
AM
SNOOZE
NAP - Nap is activated.
- Daylight Saving Time activated.
Top View
Side View
2
2
- Wake 2 to tone.
- Wake 2 to radio.
1
1
- Wake 1 to tone.
- Wake 1 to radio.
ON / OFF - Turns radio on and off.
Turns the wake, nap and sleep alarm
off.
Function Selector:
- Locks setting mode.
MHz / kHz - Radio frequency unit.
FM - In FM radio band.
AM - In AM radio band.
AM - AM time indicator.
PM - PM time indicator.
WAKE 1 - Sets wake 1 time.
WAKE 2 - Sets wake 2 time.
TIME - Enters clock setting mode.
1
- Activates Wake 1 settings
and change wake 1 mode.
2
- Activates Wake 2 settings
and change wake 2 mode.
AUTO BRIGHTNESS ON / OFF - Adjust
display brightness. Select ON to dim the
display. Select OFF to brighten the
display.
CANCEL - Cancels wake settings
SLEEP - Activates sleep function.
Rotate the scroll wheel
VOLUME CONTROL - Adjusts volume
level.
ON
OFF
2
1
clockwise to increase clock
time in clock, wake, snooze,
sleep and nap setting mode.
SNOOZE - Enters snooze mode where
the alarm will quiet but will sound
again once the snooze period is over.
Rotate the scroll wheel counter-
clockwise to decrease clock time in
clock, wake, snooze, sleep and nap
setting mode.
NAP - Activates nap function.
TUNING - Tunes radio frequency.
- Auto brightness control sensor.
FM / AM - Selects between FM and AM
radio band.
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Setting the Clock
Radio
Turning on/off the Radio
Built-In AFC
Setting Clock
EN
EN
Press the ON/OFF button on the top of
The Built-In Automatic Frequency
Control (AFC) works only on FM. It
helps to reduce drift on FM reception
and to keep the radio locked in on the
FM station to which it is tuned.
Note:
the unit to turn on the radio.
3
2
1
&
The clock is in 12 hour format.
The AM or PM indicator lights to
show am and pm time.
Press again to turn off the radio.
AUTO BRIGHTNESS
DUALWAKE
Selecting Bands
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ON
2
1
OFF
Slide the band switch on the side of
the unit to select between FM and AM
band.
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Antennas
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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.
M
SNOOZE
Tip:
1. Slide the Function Selector to TIME to
enter clock setting mode.
Tuning to Stations
Radio frequency will not be
displayed when setting the clock
or wake time in radio mode.
Rotate the TUNING knob on the side
of the unit clockwise to tune up radio
frequency.
FM Antenna - The power cord acts as
your FM antenna. The power cord
picks up 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. Do not coil or bunch
the cord together. Changing position
of the power cord may improve
reception.
Rotate it counter-clockwise to tune
down radio frequency.
Tip:
The “:” flashes on the display in
clock setting mode.
Tip:
2. Rotate the scroll wheel around the
ON/OFF button clockwise to increase
clock time and rotate it counter-
clockwise to decrease clock time.
Radio frequency will not be
displayed when setting the clock
or wake time in radio mode.
3. Slide the Function Selector to lock
.
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Wake Settings
Wake Settings
Press
2
repeatedly to select wake
Wake to Radio
Turning off Alarm
Setting Wake Time
EN
EN
source for wake 2.
When wake to radio is selected, the
icon will be displayed.
2
lights on the display when wake 2
3
2
1
&
Silence the alarm momentarily
Press SNOOZE. The alarm will sound
again when the snooze period is over. (see
“Snooze Alarm Operation”).
to tone is selected.
2
lights on the display when wake 2
Setting Wake Station
to radio is selected.
AUTO BRIGHTNESS
DUALWAKE
1. Select radio band.
2. Select desired station.
3. Adjust the volume by turning
VOLUME.
Wake to Tone
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ON
OFF
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When wake to tone is selected, the
icon will be displayed.
Stop the alarm
Press ON/OFF. Then, the alarm will be on
the following day at the same time.
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SNOOZE
1. Slide the Function Selector to WAKE
1 or WAKE 2 to set wake 1 or
wake 2 time.
Note:
Note:
The unit equips with GRAD-U-
WAKE feature, the alarm tone
volume will increase gradually to its
maximum in about 30 to 45 seconds.
When you turn off the alarm by
pressing ON/OFF, the alarm will
turn on at the same time
tomorrow.
Tip:
You can activate the previously
set alarm time by pressing
WAKE
2
1
or WAKE
Tip:
button.
The “:” flashes on the display in
wake time setting mode.
Cancel Wake Settings
Tip:
1. Press CANCEL.
2. Rotate the scroll wheel around the
ON/OFF button clockwise to increase
clock time and rotate it counter-
clockwise to decrease clock time.
3. Slide the Function Selector to lock
2. Press the WAKE
1
or
If you set SLEEP function with
low volume level before going to
bed, we advise using Wake to
tone mode to wake you up since
its volume will automatically
increase.
Note:
WAKE button to cancel the
2
corresponding wake function
permanently.
The corresponding wake icon turns off.
When AC power is interrupted
and the unit is operating
through the DC backup
batteries, all wake mode will
work with buzzer instead.
.
Selecting Wake Source
Press
1
repeatedly to select
wake source for wake 1.
lights on the display when wake 1
to tone is selected.
1
1
lights on the display when wake 1
to radio is selected.
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Operating the Clock
Operating the Clock
3. Press NAP to confirm nap time or if
Sleep to Radio
Nap Mode
Sleep Mode
EN
EN
no button is pressed after 5 seconds,
the clock will be shown. The NAP
indicator lights.
The radio is turned on after step 1 in
This function wakes you up after a short
period of time. Only alarm sound can be
selected for Nap.
In sleep mode, the unit will turn off
automatically after a specified time.
Setting Sleep Time and you may
select the station as usual. The radio
will turn off when the preset time
elapses.
If you decide to turn off the radio sooner,
press SNOOZE or ON/OFF.
1. Press and release the NAP button on
the side of the unit. The NAP
indicator will flash.
Setting Sleep Time
View NAP time
Press NAP once to show time left.
1. Press SLEEP then the time display will
exhibit 0:59 and the radio will turn
on.
2. During this period, adjust NAP time by
rotating the scroll wheel around the
ON/OFF button.
2. While holding SLEEP, rotate the scroll
wheel around the ON/OFF button
clockwise to increase sleep time and
rotate it counter-clockwise to
decrease sleep time.
Cancel NAP
Press and hold NAP to cancel the nap
View Remaining Sleep Time
Press SLEEP to read the remaining
sleep time.
2
setting.
AUTO BRIGHTNESS
Stop the Nap alarm
Press NAP or follow “Turning off Alarm”.
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DUALWAKE
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OFF
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Note:
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DUALWAKE
SNOOZE
SNOOZE
When SLEEP is activated again,
the sleep time will be the same
as the one you have set before.
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OFF
Note:
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Nap will not be activated again
the following day at the same
time.
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Note:
Nap alarm is equipped with
GRAD-U-WAKE feature.
The nap range is from 10 minutes
to 2 hours.
Note:
The time range is from 1 minute
to 2 hours.
Tip:
3. Release SLEEP and the current time
will be shown again.
Nap time increases and
decreases at an interval of 10
minutes.
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Operating the Clock
U.S. Warranty
What your warranty covers:
Snooze Alarm Operation
Auto Brightness Control
EN
EN
• Defects in materials or workmanship.
This operation allows extra sleep time
after the alarm is on. The alarm will
be off by pressing SNOOZE until the
snooze period is over. Snooze function
can be used repeatedly up to 2 hours.
After this, the alarm will turn off until
the next alarm conditions are met. Set
the “quiet” period as follow:
There is a brightness control sensor
located on the top of the unit.
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.
AUTO BRIGHTNESS
DUALWAKE
What we will do:
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• 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.
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• 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.
1
2
Slide the AUTO BRIGHTNESS switch to
ON to turn on auto brightness control.
The brightness of the LED display will
vary automatically according to the
environment.
AUTO BRIGHTNESS
DUALWAKE
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:
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SNOOZE
Slide to the OFF position, the display
will remain at its brightest level.
Thomson Inc.
1. Press and hold SNOOZE.
Product Exchange Center
11721 B Alameda Avenue
Socorro, Texas 79927
2. Rotate the scroll wheel around the
ON/OFF button clockwise to increase
snooze time and rotate it counter-
clockwise to decrease snooze time.
Release button, then, the “quiet”
period is set.
Note:
• 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.
Avoid putting anything on top of
the unit that causes the sensor
to be covered. If the sensor is
cover, there will be no effect for
Auto Brightness Control even if
it is set to the ON position.
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.
Note:
The “quiet” period is from 1
minute to 30 minutes. (the
default time is 9 minutes)
• 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.
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U.S. Warranty
Canadian Warranty
Thomson multimedia Ltd. warrants to the purchaser or gift recipient that if any manufacturing defect
becomes apparent in this product within 1 year from the original date of purchase, it will be replaced
free of charge, including return transportation.
Limitation of Warranty:
EN
EN
• 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.
This warranty does not include damage to the product resulting from accidents, misuse or leaking
batteries.
Should your product not perform properly during the warranty period, either:
1. Return it to the selling dealer with proof of purchase for replacement,
OR
2. Remove the batteries (where applicable), and pack product complete with accessories in the original
carton (or equivalent). Mail prepaid (with proof of purchase) and insured to:
Thomson multimedia Ltd.
6200 Edwards Blvd.,
Mississauga, Ontario L5T 2V7
Canada
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.
The provisions of this written warranty are in addition to and not a modification of or subtraction from
the statutory warranties and other rights and remedies contained in any applicable legislation, and to
the extent that any such provisions purport to disclaim, exclude or limit any such statutory warranties
and other rights and remedies, such provisions shall be deemed to be amended to the extent necessary
to comply therewith.
If you purchased your product outside the USA:
This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.
If you are unable to find a qualified servicer for out of warranty service, you may write to:
Thomson Inc.
P.O. Box 0944
Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.A., 46206-0944
Attach your sales receipt to this booklet for future reference. This information is required if service is
needed during the warranty period.
PURCHASE DATE
NAME OF STORE
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