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Hints on Radio Reception
Your location, the position or length of the telescoping antenna and the presence of steel framed buildings can
cause poor FM reception. Try to change the position and length of the antenna. If this does not help, use an
exterior antenna.
Poor AM reception can be caused by the distance from the broadcasting station or by using the radio/television in a
steel framed building. This radio/television has a built-in AM antenna. Rotate the unit to obtain the best reception.
Care and Maintenance
Your portable radio/television is an example of superior design and workmanship. The suggestions that follow will
help maintain your unit so that you can enjoy it for many years.
Keep your radio/television dry. If it gets wet, dry it immediately. Liquids can contain minerals that can
corrode the electronic circuits.
Handle your radio/television carefully. A fall can damage the printed circuits and the housing and can cause
the unit to malfunction.
Use and store the radio/television only in normal environments. Temperature extremes can shorten the life
of the electronic components and can weaken the plastic parts.
Keep the radio/television away from dust and dirt that can cause premature wear of the components.
From time to time, wipe the radio/television with a damp cloth to keep it looking new. Do not use strong
chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the unit.
How to Change the Fuse
If the unit fails to work while you are using the Vehicle Adapter Cable, check the fuse by following these steps :
1. Unscrew the knurled ring on the Vehicle Adapter Cable and remove the spring to check the fuse.
2. If the fuse is bad, replace it with a 2 amp fuse. Do not use a fuse with a different rating.
3. Replace the spring and the knurled ring. Screw the knurled ring back into place.
Interference
Your radio/television can cause interference on another television. This electromagnetic interference can occur een
though your unit is working correctly. To eliminate this interference you can try one or more of the following
corrective measures :
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Change the orientation or position of the receiving antenna.
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Increase the distance between your unit and the affected radio or television.
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Plug your radio television and the affected radio or television into wall plugs from different circuits.
