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Note: Connecting an AC or DC adapter automatically disconnects
all batteries.

1. If necessary, set the adapter’s voltage switch to 3V.

2. Connect the Adaptaplug adapter to the AC adapter.

3. Plug the adapter into your radio’s 

DC 3V

 jack.

4. Plug the other end of the AC adapter into a standard AC out-

let (or the DC adapter into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter
socket).

Note: If the radio does not power up properly from DC power,
unplug the adapter from the cigarette-lighter socket and clean
the socket to remove ashes and debris.

USING EARPHONES/HEADPHONES

To listen to the radio privately, connect
an earphone or headphone with a 

1

/

8

-

inch (3.5-mm) plug to 

 (earphone/

headphone) jack beneath the rubber
flap on the side of the radio. Plugging in
an earphone or headphone disconnects
the internal speaker.

Listening Safely

To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use an
earphone or headphone. 

• Set the volume to the lowest setting before you begin listen-

ing. After you begin listening, adjust the volume to a comfort-
able level.

DC 3V

Summary of Contents for 12-803

Page 1: ...an optional DC adapter or AC power using an op tional AC adapter Telescoping Antenna provides the best radio signal for FM WX weather and SW shortwave bands A built in AM antenna provides quality AM...

Page 2: ...uant 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 rad...

Page 3: ...ected Consult your local RadioShack store or an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes or modifications not expressly approved by RadioShack may cause interference and void the us er s autho...

Page 4: ...ction of the arrows marked on the cover 2 The supplied Ni Cd battery is installed but not connected Insert the battery pack s white plug into the socket Cautions The battery pack s polarized plug fits...

Page 5: ...1 minute does not power the radio for at least 15 minutes replace the bat tery pack with a DC 2 4V 300mAH rechargeable Ni Cd battery pack available at your local RadioShack store Using Batteries Your...

Page 6: ...either supplied or from a vehicle s 12V cigarette lighter socket or similar power source using a 3V 200mA DC adapter and a size M Adaptaplug adapter neither supplied Both are available at your local R...

Page 7: ...wer unplug the adapter from the cigarette lighter socket and clean the socket to remove ashes and debris USING EARPHONES HEADPHONES To listen to the radio privately connect an earphone or headphone wi...

Page 8: ...affic hazard and could be illegal in some areas Even though some earphones or headphones let you hear some outside sounds when listening at normal volume levels they can still present a traffic hazard...

Page 9: ...s 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 look ing new Modifying or tampering with the radio s internal c...

Page 10: ...10 15 70 MHz SW6 17 45 18 15 MHz Intermediate Frequency AM 455 kHz FM 10 7 MHz WX 465 kHz GENERAL Power Output at 10 THD 2 AA batteries 80 mW Rechargeable Battery Pack 65 mW Power Requirements 3V DC...

Page 11: ...6 Telescoping Antenna Dimensions HWD 315 16 715 16 215 16 Inches 100 201 74 mm Weight without batteries 1 Ib 4 oz 565 g Specifications are typical individual units might vary Specifications are subje...

Page 12: ...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 b...

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