RCA 5-Inch AC/DC Black and White TV
(160-3002)                 Operation                  Faxback Doc. # 59053

1.  Slide TAPE/RADIO/TV to TV.

2.  Set LO VHF HI/UHF to the desired band.

       LO - to select the VHF low channels (2-6).

       HI - to select the VHF high channels (7-13).

      UHF - to select the UHF channels (14 to 69).

3.  Turn TUNING to the desired station.

4.  Adjust the telescoping antenna for the best picture and sound.

5.  Turn V-HOLD, BRIGHT, and CONTRAST on the back of the TV/radio/cassette 
    to adjust the picture as necessary.

        V-HOLD - adjust when the picture rolls up or down.

        BRIGHT - adjust when the picture is too dark or too bright.

      CONTRAST - adjust to increase or decrease picture contrast.

6.  Adjust TONE for the best sound.

7.  Turn VOLUME to adjust the volume to a comfortable level.

8.  To turn off the TV, set TAPE/RADIO/TV to TAPE.

TV Reception Tips

If the image is blurry, unstable, or snowy, the signal reception might be 
weak.  This can be caused by your location or the telescoping antenna's 
position and length.  Buildings with steel construction can also cause 
reception problems. Try changing the antenna's position and length.  If 
this does not help, use an outdoor antenna.

If the image does not fill the screen when you are using battery power, 
the batteries are weak.  Replace the batteries.

Using The Radio

1.  Slide TAPE/RADIO/TV to RADIO.

2.  Set AM/FM/FM STEREO to the band you want to hear.  For FM stereo
    reception, set it to FM STEREO.

    Notes: For the best FM reception, adjust the telescoping antenna.

           To improve reception of a weak FM stereo station, set AM/FM/FM 
           STEREO to FM.  The output is mono, but the sound might improve.

3.  Turn TUNING to the desired station.

4.  Turn VOLUME to adjust the volume to a comfortable level.

5.  Adjust TONE for the best sound.

6.  To turn off the radio, set TAPE/RADIO/TV to TAPE.

Radio Reception Tips

For improved reception, connect an optional outdoor VHF/UHF antenna to the 
ANT IN jack on the back of the TV/radio/cassette using these guidelines.

  If the outdoor antenna wire is 300-Ohm double lead-in-wire, connect the 
  wire to the TV/radio/cassette's ANT IN jack using an external 300-Ohm 
  antenna adapter (not supplied).

  If the outdoor antenna wire or CATV cable is 75-Ohm coaxial cable, 
  connect the cable to the TV/radio/cassette's ANT IN jack using an
  F-to-1/8 inch mini plug adapter (available at your local RadioShack 
  Store).

Note:  Your local RadioShack store has a wide selection of antennas and 
       adapters to choose from.

Weak AM reception might be caused by the distance from the station or by
operating the TV/radio/cassette in a building with steel construction.
Turn the TV/radio/cassette in different directions for the best reception.

Using The Cassette Recorder

The cassette recorder has a full-release auto-stop system to protect tapes 
and prevent pinch roller damage.  When a tape reaches the end of a side, 
the tape mechanism automatically stops and releases the tape.

Loading A Cassette Tape

1.  Take up any slack in the cassette tape by turning the hub with a
    pencil.  This helps prevent the tape from tangling in the record/
    playback mechanism.  Avoid touching the tape with your fingers.

2.  Press STOP/EJECT to open the cassette compartment door.

3.  Insert the tape into the guides on the door with the exposed tape edge
    facing out, the side you want to play facing up, and the full reel to
    the left.

4.  Close the compartment door.

Playing A Cassette Tape

1.  Load a tape.

2.  Set TAPE/RADIO/TV to TAPE.

3.  Press PLAY.  The button locks down and the tape begins to play.

    Notes:  To temporarily stop playback, press PAUSE.  Press PAUSE again 
            to continue playback.

            To fast-forward or rewind the tape, press STOP/EJECT, then 
            press FAST-F or REWIND.  To stop fast-forward or rewind, press 
            STOP/EJECT again.

4.  Adjust VOLUME and TONE for the desired sound.

5.  The tape plays until it reaches the end of the side, then it
    automatically stops. To stop play before it automatically stops, press
    STOP/EJECT.

6.  Press STOP/EJECT while the cassette player is stopped to open the 
    cassette compartment and turn the tape over or remove it.

Recording A Cassette Tape

You can record from the radio or TV, or use the built-in microphone to 
make a live recording.

For the best performance, use only regular length (60-or 90-minute) 
cassette tapes.  We do not recommend long-playing cassette tapes, such as 
C-120s, because they are extremely thin and can easily tangle in the 
playback mechanism.

CAUTION: If you use a cassette tape with the erase-protection tabs removed
         do not force down RECORD. This can damage the recording mechanism
         See "Preventing Accidental Erasure" below.

Notes:  The automatic level control feature automatically sets the 
        recording level.  TONE and VOLUME have no effect on the recording.

        Tape quality greatly affects the quality of the recording.  For 
        low-noise, wide-range recordings, use normal bias tape.

Recording from the Radio/TV

1.  Load a blank cassette tape or one you want to record over.

2.  Press PAUSE then RECORD.  PAUSE, RECORD, and PLAY lock down.

3.  Set TAPE/RADIO/TV to RADIO or TV as desired.

4.  Select the desired TV or radio station, then press PAUSE to release 
    the button and start recording.

    Notes:  To temporarily stop recording, press PAUSE.  Press PAUSE again 
            to resume recording.

            When you record broadcasts from AM radio, you might hear a low 
            hum or whistling sound that can be recorded on the tape.  If 
            you do, set BEAT CUT to the other position and record again.

5.  The system records on the cassette until it reaches the end of the
    side, then it automatically stops.  To stop it sooner, press STOP/
    EJECT.

Making Live Recordings

Follow these steps to make live recordings using the built-in microphone. 

1.  Set TAPE/RADIO/TV to TAPE.

2.  Load a blank cassette tape, or one you want to record over.

3.  Place the TV/radio/cassette 2 to 3 feet from the recording source. 

4.  Press RECORD to begin recording.  Both PLAY and RECORD lock down.

5.  The tape stops automatically when it reaches the end of the side.  To
    stop it sooner, press STOP/EJECT.

Tape Care Tips

Erasing a Cassette Tape

To erase a previously recorded section of a tape, simply record over it.  
To erase the entire cassette tape, let the tape record to the end without 
the radio, TV, or another source playing.

You can quickly erase both sides of a cassette tape using a bulk tape 
eraser, available at your local RadioShack store.

Preventing Accidental Erasure

Cassette tapes have two erase-protection tabs - one for each side.  To 
protect a recording from being accidentally recorded over or erased, use a 
screwdriver to carefully break off one or both of the cassette tape's 
erase-protection tabs.

If you want to record on a tape side after you have removed the erase
protection tab, place a piece of strong plastic tape over that side's tab 
hole.

Notes:  Be sure you cover only the hole originally covered by the erase
        protection tab.

        Removing the erase-protection tabs does not prevent a bulk eraser 
        from erasing a cassette tape.

Restoring Tape Tension and Sound Quality

After you play a cassette tape several times, the tape might become 
tightly wound on the reels.  This can cause playback sound quality to 
deteriorate. 

To restore the sound quality, fast-forward the tape from the beginning to 
the end of one side, then completely rewind it. Then loosen the tape reels 
by gently tapping each side of the cassette's outer shell on a flat 
surface.

CAUTION:  Be careful not to damage the cassette when tapping it.  Do not 
          touch the exposed tape or allow any sharp objects near the 
          cassette.

Cleaning the Tape-Handling Parts

Dirt, dust, or particles of the tape's coating can accumulate on the tape 
heads and other parts that the tape touches.  This can greatly reduce the 
cassette player's performance. 

To prevent noise and poor high-frequency response, clean the cassette 
player's tape handling parts after every 20 hours of use.  Your local 
RadioShack store sells a complete line of cassette cleaning supplies.
You can use a cassette tape cleaning kit, or follow these steps.

1.  Set TAPE/RADIO/TV to TAPE.

2.  Remove the batteries or disconnect the AC or DC power source. 

3.  Open the cassette compartment cover. 

4.  Hold down the erase-protection tab sensor, then press RECORD to expose
    the record/playback and erase heads.

5.  Use a cotton swab dipped in tape head cleaning solution or denatured 
    alcohol to gently clean the capstans, pinch rollers, tape guides, and 
    tape heads.

6.  Press STOP/EJECT and close the cassette compartment cover.  Then 
    reconnect power.

(EB BR 3/21/00)