5-Inch AC/DC Black and White Television with AM/FM Radio
(160-3003) Preparation Faxback Doc. # 58616
Power Sources
You can power the TV/radio from any of three power sources:
Internal battery power (using ten C batteries, not included).
Standard AC power (using the supplied AC adapter).
Vehicle battery power (using the supplied DC power cord).
Using Internal Battery Power
You can power the TV/radio from ten C batteries. We recommend alkaline
batteries for the longest life. You can also use rechargeable nickel
cadmium batteries. Your local RadioShack store carries a full line of
batteries.
CAUTIONS: Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended
type.
Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries
(standard, alkaline, or rechargeable) or rechargeable batteries
of different capacities.
Note: If you use rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries, you need a
separate battery charger, available at your local RadioShack store.
Follow these steps to install batteries:
1. Carefully turn the TV upside-down and gently press the arrow on the
battery compartment cover. Push the cover in the direction of the
arrow to remove it.
2. Install ten C batteries in the battery compartment as indicated by the
polarity symbols (+ and -) marked inside.
CAUTION: Installing the batteries with incorrect polarity can damage
your TV/radio.
3. Replace the cover. Be sure the tab on the cover locks into the slot on
the case.
Notes: When the TV picture shrinks, replace or recharge the batteries.
Battery life can vary greatly, depending on how you use your TV/
radio.
CAUTIONS: Always remove old or weak batteries. Batteries can leak
chemicals that can destroy electronic parts.
Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not burn or
bury them.
If you do not plan to use your TV/radio for a month or more, or
if you plan to use only AC or Dc power, remove the batteries.
Using AC Power
To use AC power, connect the supplied AC adapter's barrel plug to DC 12V
on the back of the TV/radio. Then plug the adapter's other end into a
standard AC outlet. When you connect the AC adapter, the batteries
automatically disconnect.
CAUTION: The supplied AC adapter supplies 13.5 volts DC, delivers 850
milliamps, and has a center positive plug which properly fits
the TV/radio's DC 12V jack. Using an adapter that does not meet
these specifications could damage the TV/radio or the adapter.
Note: Always unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet before you unplug
it from the TV/radio.
Using Vehicle Battery Power
Follow these steps to power the TV/radio from your vehicle's cigarette
lighter socket using the supplied DC power cord.
1. Make sure the supplied DC power cord's knurled ring is screwed firmly
onto its plug.
2. Plug the small end of the supplied DC power cord into the DC 12V jack
on the back of the TV/radio.
CAUTION: The supplied DC power cord supplies 12 volts DC, delivers
850 milliamps, and has a center positive plug that properly
fits the TV/radio's DC 12v jack. Using a power cord that
does not meet these specifications could damage the TV/radio
or the power cord.
3. Unplug your vehicle's cigarette lighter, and plug the large end of the
DC power cord into the cigarette-lighter socket. When you connect the
DC power cord, the internal batteries automatically disconnect.
Notes: Always unplug the DC power cord from the cigarette-lighter socket
before you unplug it from the TV/radio.
If the TV/radio stops working, check the fuse in the DC power cord
(see "Changing the Fuse" in Faxback Doc. # 58618).
Connecting Antennas
Telescoping Antenna
The built-in telescoping antenna provides good reception of FM, VHF, and
UHF broadcast signals.
Extend the antenna vertically to its full length for channels 2 to 6 (VHF
LOW) and 14 to 69 (UHF).
Extend the antenna to a shorter length for the best reception on channels
7 to 13 VHF-HIGH).
Outdoor Antenna
For improved reception, you can connect a standard outdoor VHF/UHF antenna
to the EXT. ANT jack on the back of the TV/radio.
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure
the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in
wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location
of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
Notes: Your local RadioShack store has a wide selection of antennas and
adapters.
For better reception in your vehicle, you connect a mobile TV
antenna (available at your local RadioShack store) to the
television's EXT. ANT. jack.
Connecting an Audio/Video Source
You can use your TV/radio to monitor an audio/video source (such as a VCR,
camcorder, or laser disc player). Connect the audio/video source's output
jack(s) to the AUDIO INPUT and VIDEO INPUT jack(s) on the back of the TV/
radio.
Connecting Earphones or Headphones
For private listening, plug a pair of stereo earphones or headphones with
a 1/8-inch mini-plug (not supplied) into the jack on the side of the TV/
radio.
Listening Safely
To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use earphones or
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. Overtime, 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 earphones or headphones while operating a motor vehicle or a
bicycle. This can create a traffic hazard and could be illegal in some
areas.
Even though some earphones and headphones let you hear some outside sounds
when listening at normal volume levels, they still can present a traffic
hazard.
(SJ EB 2/15/00)
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