RCA 5" Black & White TV w/CD Player & AM/FM Radio
(160-3005)                 Preparation                Faxback Doc. # 58084

Connecting Power

You can power your TV from:

  Internal batteries.

  Standard AC power.

  A vehicle's cigarette-lighter socket.

Note:  Connecting an AC or DC adapter automatically disconnects internal 
       batteries

Installing Batteries

Your TV uses nine D batteries (not supplied).  For the best results, we 
recommend RadioShack alkaline batteries.

You can also use rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries.  If you use 
rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries, you must charge/recharge them with 
a battery charger (both items available at your local RadioShack store).

Follow these steps to install the batteries:

1.  Turn the TV over and press the arrow marks on the battery compartment
    cover.  Then slide the cover off in the direction of the arrows.

2.  Install nine alkaline batteries as indicated by the polarity symbols
    (+ and -) marked inside the compartment.

    CAUTION:  Installing batteries incorrectly can damage the TV.

3.  Slide the battery cover all the way back until it locks securely.

Note:  The TV can operate for about 8 hours with alkaline batteries.  When
       the sound level lowers or the picture becomes unstable, replace the 
       batteries.

Using AC Power

You can power the TV from a standard AC outlet.

CAUTION:  You must use a power source that supplies 12-14 volts DC and
          delivers at least 1 Amp.  Its center tip must be set to positive
          and its plug must fit the TV's DC 12-14V IN jack.  Using an 
          adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the 
          TV or the adapter.

1.  Plug the adapter's barrel plug into the TV's DC 12-14V IN jack.

2.  Plug the other end of the adapter into a standard AC outlet.

Notes:  Do not leave the adapter plugged into the AC outlet or connected
        to the TV when you are not using it.

        Always unplug the adapter from the AC outlet first.

        Internal batteries automatically disconnect when you plug an
        adapter into the DC 12-14V IN jack.

        The adapter might become warm after extended periods of use.

Using Vehicle Battery Power

You can use an optional DC adapter to power the TV from your vehicle's 
cigarette lighter socket.

CAUTION:  You must use a power source that supplies 12-14 volts DC and
          delivers at least 1 Amp.  Its center tip must be set to positive
          and its plug must fit the TV's DC 12-14V IN jack.  Using an 
          adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the 
          TV or the adapter.

1.  Plug the adapter's barrel plug into the TV's DC 12-14V IN jack.

2.  Unplug your vehicle's cigarette lighter and plug the large end of the
    DC adapter cord into the cigarette-lighter socket.

Notes:  If the TV does not operate properly when you use DC power, be sure
        the cigarette lighter is clean and that the adapter's plug is
        pushed all the way into the socket.

        Do not leave the adapter plugged into the cigarette-lighter socket
        or connected to the TV when you are not using the TV.

        Always unplug the adapter from the cigarette-lighter socket first.

        Internal batteries automatically disconnect when you plug an
        adapter into the DC 12-14V IN jack.

Using An Antenna

Using the Built-in Antenna

You can receive VHF and UHF broadcast signals by using the built-in 
telescoping antenna, which usually provides good reception for the TV and 
FM radio.

Extend the antenna to its full length for Channels 2-6 (VHF-L) or 14-69
(UHF).

Extend the antenna to a shorter length for Channels 7-13 (VHF-H).

Connecting an Outdoor Antenna

For improved reception you can connect an optional outdoor VHF/UHF antenna 
to the TV's EXT ANT jack. Before connecting the outdoor antenna disconnect
the F-connector from the EXT ANT jack.

If the outdoor antenna wire is 300-Ohm double lead-in wire, connect the 
wire using an external 300-Ohm antenna adapter (not supplied).  RadioShack 
offers a variety of adapters.                                      

If the outdoor antenna wire or CATV cable is 75-Ohm coaxial cable, connect 
the cable to the TV's EXT ANT jack through an F-connector (available at 
your local RadioShack store).

WARNING: When you install an outdoor antenna, use extreme caution.  If the 
         antenna starts to fall, let it go! It could contact overhead 
         power lines. If the antenna touches the power line, contact with
         the antenna, mast, cable, or guy wires can cause electrocution
         and death. Call the power company to remove the antenna.  Do not
         attempt to remove it yourself!

Notes:  Your local RadioShack store carries a wide selection of antennas
        and adapters.

        For better reception in your vehicle, you can connect a mobile TV
        antenna to the EXT ANT jack.

        The TV is not "cable ready."

Connecting Headphones

For private listening, you can connect optional headphones with a 1/8-inch 
(3.5 mm) mini plug.  Your local RadioShack store carries a wide selection 
of headphones.

Insert the headphones' plug into the TV's HEADPHONE jack.  This 
automatically disconnects the TV's internal speaker.

Listening Safely

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

  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.

Traffic Safety

Do not wear headphones while operating a motor vehicle.  This can create a 
traffic hazard and could be illegal in some areas.

Even though some headphones let you hear some outside sounds when 
listening at normal volume levels, they still can present a traffic 
hazard.

(AH EB 12/27/99)