Model 34/35 13" Color TV/VCR
(160-0426/7)                Connections               Faxback Doc. # 51756

Before using your TV/VCR for the first time, read through this entire
section to determine which connections best meet your needs.  Then follow
the directions for completing the connections.

Notes:

  * You can connect many different types of audio/video systems such as a
    stereo receiver/amplifier, a satellite receiver, or a combination of a
    cable system and outside antenna to your TV/VCR.  These connections 
    might require additional supplies that are available from your local
    RadioShack store.

  * Disconnect power from the TV/VCR when making connections.  Do not
    connect the TV/VCR's power cord until you complete all other
    connections.


CHOOSING A LOCATION

Choose a location for your TV/VCR where:

  * air flows freely on all sides of the TV/VCR

  * the power cord is not in the way of normal traffic


Using the Swivel Base

Your TV/VCR's swivel base lets you easily see the TV/VCR from just about
anywhere in a room.  Simply turn your TV/VCR to the desired viewing
position.

You can remove the swivel base if you do not want the TV/VCR to swivel.  To
remove the base, turn the TV/VCR off if it is on and gently turn the TV/VCR
on its side, then firmly grasp the base and pull it off.

Note:  If you move the TV/VCR while it is turned on, the TV screen's color
might change due to the magnetic flux of the earth or the presence of a
nearby appliance.  This is not a malfunction.

If this happens, turn the TV/VCR off for 30 minutes then turn it back on.


CONNECTING THE SIGNAL SOURCE

You can connect either an antenna or the cable from your cable service
provider to your TV/VCR.


Connecting an Antenna

You can connect an indoor antenna to the TV/VCR for reception of strong
local signals.  Or, for the best reception in all areas, use a high-quality
outdoor antenna, available at your local RadioShack store.

  * If the antenna uses 75-ohm coaxial cable, connect the antenna's cable
    directly to the TV/VCR's VHF/UHF terminal.

  * If the antenna uses 300-ohm cable, use an optional 300-to-75-ohm
    matching transformer such as RadioShack Cat. No. 15-1253 to make the
    connection.

  * If you have separate VHF and UHF antennas, connect the antenna cables
    to an optional splitter/combiner such as Cat. No. 15-1296.  Then
    connect the splitter/combiner's output to the VHF/UHF terminal.

Refer to your antenna's installation instructions for additional
information.


Connecting to a Cable System

Note to the CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to
Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code 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.

To receive cable channels, you must connect the TV/VCR to your local cable
system.

Caution:  Some areas have laws restricting direct connections to cable
wires (connections that do not go through the cable box).  Check the laws
in your area before making any connections.

If you do not receive scrambled channels, you can connect the cable
directly to the TV/VCR's VHF/UHF terminal.

If you receive scrambled channels, you must connect the cable to the cable
convertor box, then connect the cable convertor box to the TV/VCR's VHF/UHF
terminal.

Set the TV/VCR to the cable box's output channel (3 or 4) (see "Selecting
Channels," Faxback Doc. # xxxxx) and use the cable box to select the
channel.


Cable Channel Designations

Your TV/VCR can receive up to 125 cable channels, displayed as 1-125.
Channels 2-13 are the same for VHF and cable TV, and cable companies
usually number them as they appear on the TV screen.  For other channels,
the cable service's channel designations might not match the channel
numbers that appear.

For more information, contact your cable company.  You still might have to
experiment to determine the proper cable channel designations for your
cable system.


CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE

You can connect another audio/video device that has audio/video outputs,
such as a VCR, camcorder, or satellite receiver, to the TV/VCR so you can
view the source's output on the TV/VCR.

Note:  Always use video-quality shielded cables with phono connectors.  Do
not use standard audio patch cords.

To connect an audio/video device's outputs to the TV/VCR, connect the
device's video and audio outputs to the corresponding VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN
jacks on the front of the TV/VCR.


CONNECTING POWER

Warning:  For your protection, the power cord has a polarized plug.  To
prevent blade exposure, be sure the blades fit fully and easily into the
outlet.  If you do not have a polarized outlet, have a qualified
electrician install one before you use the TV/VCR.

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

Plug the AC power cord into a standard AC outlet.


CONNECTING AN OPTIONAL EARPHONE

To view a video tape or TV program without disturbing others, plug an
earphone (not supplied) with a 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) plug into the TV/VCR's
EARPHONE jack.  This mutes the TV/VCR's speaker.  Your local RadioShack
store sells a wide selection of earphones.


Listening Safely

To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use an earphone.

  * Set the volume to the lowest setting before you begin listening.  After
    you begin listening, adjust the volume to a comfortable level.

  * Do not listen at extremely high volume levels.  Extended high-volume
    listening can lead to permanent hearing loss.

  * Once you set the volume, do not increase it.  Over time, your ears
    adapt to the volume level, so a volume level that does not cause 
    discomfort might still damage your hearing.

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