RR300 - Radio THOMSON - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Portable Radio
Brand	Thomson
Model	RR300
Frequency Bands	AM / FM
Dimensions (approx)	150 x 80 x 30 mm
Weight (approx)	300 g (without batteries)
Power Source	2 x AA batteries (not included) or AC adapter (5V DC, 500 mA)
Display	Digital LCD with backlight
Alarm Function	Yes, with snooze
Sleep Timer	Yes, adjustable 15-90 minutes
Audio Output	Built-in speaker (3W), 3.5mm headphone jack
Preset Stations	20 (10 AM, 10 FM)
Tuning Method	Digital with auto-scan and manual
Antenna	Built-in ferrite bar for AM, telescopic for FM
Cleaning	Wipe with a soft, dry cloth; do not use solvents
Safety Precautions	Do not expose to water or extreme temperatures; use recommended batteries
Spare Parts / Repair	Contact Thomson support for service; no user-serviceable parts inside

Frequently Asked Questions - RR300 THOMSON

How do I set the alarm on the Thomson RR300?

Press the Alarm button, then use the Hour and Min buttons to set the alarm time. Press Alarm again to confirm. The alarm icon will appear on the display.

Can I use rechargeable batteries in the RR300?

Yes, you can use two AA rechargeable batteries. Note that the battery indicator may not be accurate for rechargeables. The radio also works with an AC adapter.

How do I improve FM reception?

Fully extend the telescopic antenna and adjust its angle. For better reception, move the radio away from metal objects and electronic devices.

The display shows '--:--' and the radio doesn't turn on. What should I do?

Check that batteries are inserted correctly (polarity) or connect the AC adapter. If using batteries, replace them with fresh ones. The radio may have a power switch on the side.

How do I preset radio stations?

Tune to the desired station, then press and hold one of the numeric preset buttons (1-10) until you hear a beep. Repeat for other stations.

What does the 'Sleep' function do?

The sleep timer turns off the radio automatically after a set time. Press Sleep repeatedly to choose 15, 30, 45, 60, or 90 minutes. The radio will shut off after the selected time.

Can I use headphones with the RR300?

Yes, plug headphones into the 3.5mm jack on the side. The built-in speaker will mute automatically.

How do I reset the radio to factory settings?

Remove the batteries and unplug the AC adapter. Wait 30 seconds, then reinsert batteries or reconnect power. This clears all presets and settings.

What type of AC adapter does the RR300 use?

It uses a 5V DC, 500 mA adapter with a center-positive 3.5mm plug. Use only Thomson-approved adapters to avoid damage.

Why is the sound distorted at high volume?

The speaker may be overloaded. Reduce the volume to a moderate level. If distortion persists, check for interference or weak batteries.

USER MANUAL RR300 THOMSON

RR300

It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time.

Safety Information

EN

CAUTION:

For UK Only

CONNECT THE MAIN LEAD INTO AC MAINS POWER SOCKET

POWER SUPPLY 230V. It must not be connected to D.C. mains.

Note: The mains lead of the set is fitted with a moulded plug. If the mains socket are not compatible or if for any reason the plug is removed please follow the directions below. The moulded plug cannot be rewired and if removed must be disposed of safely.

DO NOT under any circumstances plug the severed plug into any mains socket as this could result in electric shock.

Important: If the plug is removed, rewire the new plug as follow:

The wires in the mains plug are coloured in accordance to the following code:

BLUE = NEUTRAL & BROWN = LIVE

If the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

BLUE wire to the terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black.

BROWN wire to the terminal coded L (Live) or coloured red.

DO NOT make any connection to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.

A fused plug must be fitted with a 3A fuse approved by ASTA or BS1362 and fuse covers must be always be securely replaced. If your set does not work, the fuse may be blown.

MAINS CONNECTIONS

MAINS OUTLET POWER SUPPLY: 230V ~50Hz

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.

Note: The mains plug is used as the disconnect device and it shall remain readily operable and easily accessed by the user during the apparatus is in intended use.

Safety Information

Rating Information : At the bottom of the unit.

This unit complies with the existing requirements.

In accordance with the rating plate of the unit, this unit complies with current standards concerning electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility.

Please respect the environment

Before throwing any batteries away, consult your distributor who may be able to take them back for specific recycling.

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 headphones are in place.

THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" INSIDE THE PRODUCT.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT.

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Safety Information

EN

• Make sure that you keep your set away from water and high temperatures.

• Do not use your System immediately after transporting it from a cold place to a warm place, as condensation may cause the system to malfunction.
• Keep your unit away from humid areas and abnormally hot places.
• To prevent personal injury, do not reverse any batteries.
• The use of apparatus in moderate climates.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall 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 (2cm) 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 the apparatus.

Ecology

Help protect the environment - we recommend that you dispose of used batteries by putting them into specially designed receptacles.

Maintenance

Clean the unit with a soft cloth, or a damp chamois leather. Never use solvents.

Technical Specification:

Power supply - AC 230V ~50Hz

Clock backup: 9V = 6F22

Power consumption: 5W

Your THOMSON product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and reused.

This symbol means that

electrical and electronic equipment, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from your household waste. Please, dispose of this equipment at your local community waste collection/recycling centre.

In the European Union there are separate collection systems for used electrical and electronic product.

Please, help us to conserve the environment we live in!

Table of Contents

Safety Information

Table of Contents ...... 1

Before Your Begin 2

Battery Back-Up Operation 2

Power Failure Indicator 3

General Controls 4

Left View 4

Right View 5

Top View 5

Display 5

Radio 6

Built-In AFC 6

Antennas 6

Turning on/off the Radio 6

Selecting Bands 6

Tuning to Stations 6

Night Light 6

Turning on/off the Night Light 6

Operating the Clock 7

Setting Clock 7

Setting Wake Time 7

Selecting Wake Source 7

Wake to Tone 8

Wake to Radio 8

Cancel Wake Settings 8

Turning off Alarm 9

Sleep Mode 9

Nap Mode 10

Snooze Operation 11

Before You Begin

EN

Battery Back-Up Operation

The power failure protection circuit will not operate unless battery is installed.

When the battery backup functions, the digital display will not light, however, the wake function 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 wake.

Install battery as follow:

1. Remove battery compartment door (located at the bottom of the radio) by applying thumb pressure to the tab on battery door and then lift the door out and off the cabinet.
2. Connect a 9-volt battery to the connector plug.
3. Replace the compartment door.

Note: 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.

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.

Before You Begin

Note: Note:

Alkaline (NEDA 1604A/IEC 6LR61) batteries are recommended. Carbon-zinc battery may be used but memory holding time will be substantially reduced. Memory holding time for a fresh alkaline battery is approximately 8 hours (if radio or alarm are not operated) which should take care of short, nuisance-type AC power failures. To preserve battery life, the unit should remain plugged into an AC outlet. As the battery gets older, its voltage drops and memory may be lost. Be sure to replace the battery periodically. Battery should be removed if the unit will be stored for more than one month. Leaky battery can badly damage the clock radio.

Power Failure Indicator

When AC power is interrupted (disconnected) for a short period of time, both time and alarm settings will change (unless battery is installed). After AC power is restored (reconnected), the Digital Display will blink to indicate that power was interrupted and you should readjust the time and alarm settings.

General Controls

EN

- Turns radio on and off.

SLEEP - Activates sleep function.

FWD - Increases clock time in clock, wake, snooze, sleep and nap setting mode.

REV - Decreases clock time in clock, wake, snooze, sleep and nap setting mode.

WAKE 1 - Activates Wake 1 settings and changes wake 1 mode.

WAKE 2 - Activates Wake 2 settings and changes wake 2 mode.

NAP - Activates nap function.

DIMMER - Adjusts display brightness.

SNOOZE - Enters snooze mode where the alarm will quiet but will sound again once the snooze period is over.

Left View

TUNING - Tunes radio frequency.

AM/FM - Selects between FM and AM radio band.

General Controls

Right View

VOLUME + / - - Adjusts volume level.

TIME SET: LOCK/WAKE 1/WAKE 2/CLOCK - Selects clock setting mode, wake setting mode and lock mode.

Top View

LIGHT - Turns night light on and off.

Display

NAP - Nap is activated.

WAKE 1 - Wake 1 to tone.

WAKE 1 ♪ - Wake 1 to radio.

WAKE 2 - Wake 2 to tone.

WAKE 2 ♪ - Wake 2 to radio.

Radio

EN

Built-In AFC

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.

Antennas

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.

FM Aerial wire - Move and extend the wire for better FM reception

Turning on/off the Radio

Press the ⏻ button to turn on the radio.

Press again to turn off the radio.

Selecting Bands

Slide the band switch on the side of the unit to select between FM and AM band.

Tuning to Stations

Turn the TUNING knob on the side of the unit to tune up and down radio frequency.

Night Light

Turning on/off the Night Light

Press the LIGHT button on the top of the unit to turn on the night light. Press again to turn off the night light.

Operating the Clock

Setting Clock

Your digital clock operates on a 24-hour standard mechanism.

1. Slide the TIME SET: LOCK/WAKE 1/ WAKE 2/CLOCK switch to CLOCK to enter clock setting mode.
2. Press REV or FWD to set the time. Press and hold the respective buttons to fast reverse or fast forward clock time.
3. Slide the TIME SET: LOCK/WAKE 1/WAKE 2/CLOCK switch to LOCK.

Tip: Tip:

The ":" flashes on the display in clock setting mode.

Setting Wake Time

1. Slide the TIME SET: LOCK/WAKE 1/ WAKE 2/CLOCK switch to select WAKE 1 or WAKE 2 setting mode.
2. Press REV or FWD to set wake time. Press and hold the respective buttons to fast reverse or fast forward wake time.
3. Slide the TIME SET: LOCK/WAKE 1/WAKE 2/CLOCK switch back to the LOCK position.

Tip:

The ":" flashes on the display in wake time setting mode.

Selecting Wake Source

Press WAKE 1 or WAKE 2 repeatedly to select wake source for the corresponding wake setting (tone ♩ / radio ♪ ).

The respective wake indicator lights when the wake function is activated.

Operating the Clock

Wake to Tone

When wake to tone is selected, the red indicator lights beside the 🔔 icon.

Wake to Radio

When wake to radio is selected, the red indicator lights beside the 📋 icon.

Note:

The unit equips with GRAD-U-G WAKE, the alarm tone volume will increase gradually to its maximum in about 30 to 45 seconds.

Setting Wake Station

1. Select radio band.
2. Select desired station.
3. Adjust the volume by turning

VOLUME.

Cancel Wake Settings

To cancel the wake function permanently, press WAKE 1 or WAKE 2 repeatedly until the red indicator beside the corresponding wake icon turns off.

Tip:

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.

Operating the Clock

Turning off Alarm

Silence the alarm momentarily

Press SNOOZE to turn the alarm off temporarily. The alarm will sound again when the snooze period is over.

Stop the alarm

Press ⏻. Then, the alarm will be on the following day at the same time.

Tip:

You can activate the previously set alarm time by pressing the WAKE 1, WAKE 2, or WAKE 2 button.

Note:

When AC power is interrupted and the unit is operating through the DC backup batteries, all wake modes will work with buzzer instead.

Sleep Mode

In sleep mode, the unit will turn off automatically after a specified time.

Setting Sleep Time

1. Press SLEEP, then the time display will show 0:59 and the radio will turn on.
2. While holding SLEEP, press REV or FWD to set the sleep time.

Note:

The sleep time range is from 1 minute to 2 hours.

1. Release SLEEP and the display reverts to current time.

Operating the Clock

EN

Sleep to Radio

The radio is turned on after step 1 in 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 🔒.

View Remaining Sleep Time

Press SLEEP to read the remaining sleep time.

Note:

When SLEEP is activated again, the sleep time will be the same as the one you have set before.

Nap Mode

This function wakes you up after a short period of time. Only alarm sound can be selected for NAP.

1. Press and release the NAP button. The NAP indicator flashes.
2. During this period, adjust nap time by pressing REV or FWD.

Note:

The nap range is from 10 minutes to 2 hours.

Tip:

Nap time increases and decreases at an interval of 10 minutes.

1. Press NAP to confirm nap time or if no button is pressed after 5 seconds, the clock will be shown. The NAP indicator lights.

Operating the Clock

View NAP time

Press NAP once to show time left.

Cancel NAP

Press and hold NAP until the NAP indicator turns off and the current time shows on the display.

Stop the Nap alarm

Press NAP or follow "Turning off Alarm".

Note:

Nap will not be activated again the following day at the same time.

Nap alarm is equipped with GRAD-U-WAKE

Snooze Operation

This operation allows extra sleep time after the alarm is on.

The alarm can be turned off temporarily until the snooze period is over by pressing SNOOZE.

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 follows:

1. Press and hold SNOOZE.
2. Press REV or FWD to adjust snooze time. Release the button, and the "quiet" period is set.

Note:

The "quiet" period ranges from 1 to 30 minutes (default is 9 minutes).

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