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OPERATION

The radio lets you listen to AM, FM, TV1,
TV2 and AIR band radio broadcasts.

Playing the Radio

1. To turn on

the radio,
turn 

VOL-

UME

 toward

MAX

 until it

clicks.

2. Set 

BAND

AM/FM/TV1/TV2/AIR

 to the desired

band.

3. Adjust 

TUNING

 to

the desired sta-
tion.

Notes:

Rotate the
radio (the AM
antenna is built
in) to the position that produces the
best AM reception.

For the best FM reception, fully
extend the telescoping antenna.

VOLUME

TUNING

DC 4.5V 

Jack

Earphone 
Jack

AM/FM/
TV1/TV2/
AIR

Summary of Contents for 12-817

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Please read before using this equipment Multiband Portable Radio...

Page 2: ...rts talk shows and weather re ports almost anywhere FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the fol lowing two conditions 1 this device...

Page 3: ...and used in accordance with the instruc tions may cause harmful interference to ra dio communications However there is no guarantee that interfer ence will not occur in a particular installation If th...

Page 4: ...d radio TV technician for help If you cannot eliminate the interference the FCC requires that you stop using your radio Changes or modifications not ex pressly approved by RadioShack may cause interfe...

Page 5: ...es of the required size and type Never mix new and old batteries or batteries of different types To protect the radio from battery leak age never leave dead weak or old bat teries in the radio If you...

Page 6: ...positive and its plug must fit the radio s 4 5V jack Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the radio or the adapter Always connect the adapter to the radio before you c...

Page 7: ...e listening insert the 1 8 inch 3 5 mm plug of the supplied mono earphone stored in the battery compartment into the earphone jack on the side of the radio Note Connecting the earphone automatical ly...

Page 8: ...that does not cause discomfort might still damage your hearing Traffic Safety Do not wear earphones while operating a motor vehicle or riding a bicycle This can create a traffic hazard and is illegal...

Page 9: ...toward MAX until it clicks 2 Set BAND AM FM TV1 TV2 AIR to the desired band 3 Adjust TUNING to the desired sta tion Notes Rotate the radio the AM antenna is built in to the position that produces the...

Page 10: ...dio away from dust and dirt and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new Modifying or tampering with the radio s inter nal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate...

Page 11: ...V 3 AA batteries or adapter Dimensions HWD 515 16 31 8 19 16 inches 151 80 39 mm Weight without batteries 8 6 oz 243 g Antenna FM Telescoping Antenna AM Built In Antenna Accessory mono earphone with 1...

Page 12: ...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 de...

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