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A Word About Radio Reception
The display’s backlight and contrast are controlled automatically via a small sensor in the lower
For difficult FM reception conditions, if an outdoor antenna is not an option, attach the included
antenna to the external FM antenna jack on the back panel and set the switch to “External”. Al-
ternately, an FM dipole antenna or amplified indoor FM antenna may be used. The best place to
locate an indoor antenna is near a window or outside wall. Sometimes just reorienting the radio
will improve reception. Since the power cord acts as an extension of the internal FM antenna,
moving the power cord may also improve reception. Connecting your cable television wire to the
external antenna jack may also provide clear local FM reception, although you usually must
request activation of this service through your local cable company.
Although there is no connection to wire an external AM antenna, a wireless AM loop antenna (not
included) often provides better AM reception than most wire-type AM antennas. Reorienting or
relocating the radio sometimes improves AM reception as well. Note the rear panel “External” switch
has no affect on AM reception.
Buildings made with concrete, steel, or aluminum siding will hinder reception. Household
appliances, electric blankets, computers, CD players, and other electronic devices can also ad-
versely affect reception or cause noise. If you experience this, plug the Model Three into an outlet
not shared by another device or move it further away from the offending device. Metal surfaces
may hinder AM reception.
Placement:
Placing your Model Three inside a bookshelf or against a wall will inflate the bass as well as
confine the speaker’s output. For best sound reproduction, allow the sound from the speaker
to emit without restriction. Do not place objects over the speaker grille. Do not obstruct the rear
bass port.
The Model Three is magnetically shielded but it is best kept at least 5” away from a computer
monitor or television set.
Cleaning:
Never use harsh cleaners or solvents or abrasive pads. The face may be cleaned with a slightly
damp, soft cloth. Take care not to rub too hard. For the wood cabinet, liquid polish usually yields
better results than spray-on waxes. Do not use glass cleaner or other chemicals to clean the
clock’s window.
Painting or staining the cabinet is not recommended and will void your warranty.
NOTE: Tivoli Audio cabinets use real wood veneers. Since natural wood varies greatly, it is not
possible to achieve an exact wood color/grain match between models. You may also notice
the wood darken over time with exposure to sunlight. Again, this is normal for real wood.
