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4. AUX IN
: Connect a stereo or mono audio source (like a CD player, portable music
player or a TV) to this stereo input.
5. EXTERNAL ANTENNA
: The radio comes with a telescopic antenna. To improve FM
reception, adjust the antenna for best reception.
Note: For AM reception a non adjustable internal antenna is used.
6. BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
: Loosen the big screw on the right side of the battery lit
using a coin. Install 6 pcs AA sized batteries in the compartment.
Note: remember to install the battery correctly in the compartment. The negative end
(-) of the battery must be placed with the end of the battery compartment with a spring.
The positive end (+) of the battery must be placed with the end of the battery
compartment without a spring.
Battery charging
This radio is able to charge rechargeable battery installed in the radios battery
compartment. The radio can charge batteries in both ON and OFF mode. When the radio is
charging on the batteries, the power LED will be RED. Once the charging is finished, the
power LED will turn off, if the radio is not turned on. If the radio is turned on during when the
charging is finished, the power LED will turn from red to green. Install the batteries like
described in the previous section describing the rear panel.
Please notice that it is normal for the included power supply and the battery compartment to
become warm during charging.
Please notice that batteries are not included with the radio. The radio can use both normal
Alkaline batteries, and rechargeable batteries( NiMH/NiCad).
Tangent recommends to use NiMH batteries.
Warning: Do NOT connect the included power supply, when alkaline batteries are
installed in the radio.
This will damage your radio. Damage caused by faulty use of the radio is not covered
by the warranty.
The radio can be used without batteries installed, only by connecting the included power
supply. Please notice that if the radio is only to be used by means of the power supply, it is
not recommended to install batteries, since it will cause unnecessary wear on the batteries.
Important notes on battery use
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It normally takes at least 5 complete charge/recharge cycles before new rechargeable
batteries are optimized for use, and the maximum playback time can be reached.
