Radio Shack 12-756 User's Manual
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1. using internal battery power with four AA batteries standard AC power with an optional AC adapter vehicle battery power with an optional DC adapter Using Batteries You can use four AA batteries not supplied to power your radio For the best performance and longest life we recommend RadioShack alkaline 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 1 Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it 2 Place the batteries in the compartment as indicated by the polarity symbols and marked inside 3 Replace the cover When the radio stops operating properly replace the batteries Warning Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly Do not burn or bury them Caution If you do not plan to use the radio with batteries for a month or more or you plan to use an AC or DC adapter to power the radio remove the batteries Batteries can leak chemicals that can destroy electronic parts Using AC Power You can power the radio using a 6V 250 mA AC adapter and a size M Adaptaplug adapter neither supplied Both are available at your local RadioShack store Cautions You must use a Class 2 power ZN source that supplies 6V DC and delivers at least 22. 50 mA Its center tip must be set to positive and its plug must fit the radio s DC 6V jack Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the radio or the adapter Always connect the AC adapter to the radio before you connect it to AC power When you finish disconnect the adapter from AC power before you disconnect it from the radio 1 Connect the Adaptaplug adapter to the AC adapter 2 Plug the adapter into DC 6V 3 Plug the other end of the adapter into a standard AC outlet RadioShack www radioshack com 2002 RadioShack Corporation All Rights Reserved RadioShack and RadioShack com are trademarks used by RadioShack Corporation Using Vehicle Battery Power You can power the radio from a vehicle s 12V power source such as a cigarette lighter socket using a 6V 250 mA DC adapter and a size M Adaptaplug adapter neither supplied Both are available at your local RadioShack store Cautions You must use a power source ZN that supplies 6V DC and delivers at least 250 mA lts center tip must be set to positive and its plug must fit the radio s DC 6V jack Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the radio or the adapter Always connect the DC adapter to the radio before you connect it to the power source When you finish disconnect the adapter from the power source before you disconnect it from the radio 1 Set the adapter s v
3. Multiband Portable Radio 12 756 OWNER S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment FEATURES Your RadioShack Multiband Portable Radio is an all in one radio system designed to provide high quality sound The multi band tuner lets you listen to AM FM radio VHF television audio aircraft transmissions marine bands and weather bands Its portable design means you can use it anywhere you go indoors or out at work or play 3 Inch Speaker with Durable Metal Grille makes it easy to hear the radio just about anywhere Earphone Jack lets you connect an earphone to the radio for private listening Wrist Strap lets you hang the radio from your wrist Three Power Options you can power your radio from four AA batteries standard AC power with an optional 6V DC adapter or vehicle battery power with an optional adapter Automatic Frequency Control AFC provides drift free FM reception with reduced sound distortion Telescoping Antenna provides good reception of FM TV and aircraft transmissions POWER Indicator indicates when the radio is on FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Product Multiband Por
4. VIDED HEREIN RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR IN DIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY DAMAGES RE SULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE LOSS OF TIME DATA PROPERTY REVENUE OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or lim itation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not ap ply to you In the event of a product defect during the warranty period take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store RadioShack will at its option unless otherwise provided by law a correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor b replace the product with one of the same or similar design or c refund the pur chase price All replaced parts and products and products on which a refund is made become the property of RadioShack New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the perfor mance of warranty service Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remain der of the original warranty period You will be charged for re
5. adio rotate VOL down until it clicks USING AN EARPHONE For private listening insert an earphone not supplied with a s inch plug into the EAR jack Your local RadioShack store carries a wide selection of earphones Note Connecting an earphone automatical ly disconnects the built in speaker 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 Traffic Safety Do not wear an earphone while operating a motor vehicle or riding a bicycle This can create a traffic hazard and could be illegal in some areas Even though some earphones let you hear some outside sounds when listening at normal volume levels they still can present a traffic hazard CARE Keep the radio dry if it gets wet wipe it dry immediately Use and store the radio only in normal temperature environments Handle the radio carefully do not drop it Keep the radio away from dust and dirt and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new Modifying or tampering with th
6. e radio s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it If your radio is not performing as it should take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Coverage AM ooo 530 1710 kHz A seen 88 108 MHz TV1 Channels 2 6 risiini 59 88 MHz TV2 Channels 7 13 179 217 MHz A ls 108 135 kHz ad 145 175 MHz 162 4 162 55 MHz Power Output at 10 THD _ enne 350 mW Antenna nun AM Built In FM Telescoping A i eian 3 inches 77 mm Power Requirements DC 6V 4 AA batteries Dimensions HWD 5 x 83 4 x 17 8 inches 127 x 220 x 48 mm Weight without batteries 19 8 oz 560 g Specifications are typical individual units might vary Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice Limited Ninety Day Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and work manship under normal use for ninety 90 days from the date of purchase from RadioShack com pany owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICU LAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN EXCEPT AS PRO
7. oltage switch to 6V 2 Connect the Adaptaplug adapter to the DC adapter 3 Plug the adapter into DC 6V 4 Plug the other end of the adapter into your vehicle s 12V power source socket Note If the radio does not charge properly unplug the adapter from the cigarette lighter socket and ensure the socket is clean A QUICK LOOK AT YOUR RADIO POWER Indicator TUNING RadioShack Battery Compartment OPERATION The radio s multi band tuner lets you listen to AM or FM radio broadcasts the audio portion of television programs TV1 or TV2 08A01 12 756 channels 2 through 13 only aircraft communication transmissions AIR public and marine two way communication transmissions VHF and local weather information WX PLAYING THE RADIO 1 Rotate VOL until it clicks to turn on the radio The POWER indicator lights 2 Set AM FM TV1 TV2 AIR VHF WX to the desired band 3 Rotate TUNING to the desired station Notes The radio s AM antenna is built in To tune AM frequencies rotate the radio to the position that produces the best AM reception To tune FM TV1 TV2 AIR VHF and WX frequencies fully extend the telescoping antenna and swivel it to the position that produces the best reception 4 Rotate VOL to a comfortable listening level 5 To turn off the r
8. pair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period This warranty does not cover a damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God abuse accident misuse improper or abnormal usage failure to follow instructions improper in stallation or maintenance alteration lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current b any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility c consum ables such as fuses or batteries d cosmetic damage e transportation shipping or insurance costs or f costs of product removal installation set up service adjustment or reinstallation This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state RadioShack Customer Relations 200 Taylor Street 6th Floor Fort Worth TX 76102 1299 Printed in China
9. table Radio Model 12 756 Responsible Party RadioShack 100 Throckmorton Fort Worth TX 76102 Phone 817 415 3200 THE FCC WANTS You TO KNOW This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Consult your local RadioShack store or an experienced radio TV technician for help If you cannot eliminate the interference the FCC requires that you stop using your radio Changes or modifications not expressly approved by RadioShack may cause interference and void the user s authority to operate the equipment PREPARATION POWERING YOUR RADIO You can power your radio
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