Radio Shack Television User manual

Cat. No. 16-124C
OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
Portavision Portable 5-Inch
Black and White VHF/UHF Television
with AM/FM Radio
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FEATURES
Your Portavision Portable 5-Inch Black
and White VHF/UHF Television is a
complete audio/video entertainment
system. It combines a 5-inch black-and-
white TV with a high-quality AM/FM ra-
dio. With it you can enjoy TV and radio
programs at home, in your car, or any-
where outdoors. The television’s conve-
nient size lets you to use it wherever
space is limited — on a night table,
workshop shelf, desk top, or bookshelf.
And it’s great for an RV or camper!
Its features include:
Three Power Sources — let you power
the television from internal batteries (not
supplied), standard AC power, or your
vehicle’s battery.
VHF/UHF and AM/FM — receives TV
channels 2 through 69, plus AM and FM
radio stations.
Built-In AM Antenna — ensures the
best AM reception.
Telescopin
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Antenna — swivels for
the best TV and FM radio reception.
External Antenna Jack — lets you con-
nect a standard TV antenna for im-
proved reception.
Earphone Jack — lets you use an ear-
phone or headphones so you can enjoy
private listening.
We recommend you record the televi-
sion’s serial number below. The number
is on the back of your television.
Serial Number ____________________
This symbol is intended to alert you to
the presence of uninsulated danger-
ous voltage within the product’s enclo-
sure that might be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of elec-
tric shock. Do not open the product’s
case.
This symbol is intended to inform you
that important operating and mainte-
nance instructions are included in the
literature accompanying this product.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICE-
ABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVIC-
ING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
fire or shock hazard, do not ex-
pose this product to rain or mois-
ture.
!
!
©1998 Tandy Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
Portavision and Radio Shack are registered trademarks used by Tandy Corporation.
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PREPARATION
CONNECTING TO POWER
You can power your television from:
• internal batteries
• AC power
• a vehicle’s cigarette-lighter socket
Note: Connecting an AC or DC adapter
automatically disconnects internal bat-
teries.
Using Battery Power
To power the television from internal
batteries, you need nine D batteries (not
supplied). For the best performance and
longest life, we recommend alkaline bat-
teries, such as Radio Shack Cat. No.
23-550.
You can also use rechargeable nickel-
cadmium batteries, such as Cat. No. 23-
123. If you use rechargeable nickel-
cadmium batteries, you must charge/
recharge them with a battery charger,
such as Cat. No. 23-132.
Cautions:
• Use only fresh batteries of the
required size and recommended
type.
• Do not mix old and new batteries,
different types of batteries (stan-
dard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or
rechargeable batteries of different
capacities.
Follow these steps to install batteries.
1. Gently push the battery compart-
ment cover’s two locking latches in
the direction of the arrows and lift
the cover.
2. Put nine D batteries into the battery
compartment as indicated by the
polarity symbols (+ and –) marked
inside.
Caution: Installing the batteries with
incorrect polarity can damage your
television.
3. Replace the battery compartment
cover.
When the TV picture shrinks or the
sound quality is distorted, replace (or re-
charge) the batteries.
Cautions:
• If you do not plan to use your televi-
sion for a month or more, or if you
plan to use only an AC or DC
adapter, remove the batteries. Bat-
teries can leak chemicals that can
destroy electronic parts.
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• Dispose of old batteries promptly
and properly. Do not burn or bury
them.
• At the end of a nickel-cadmium bat-
tery’s useful life, it must be recycled
or disposed of properly. Contact
your local, county, or state hazard-
ous waste management authorities
for information on recycling or dis-
posal programs in your area. Some
options that might be available are:
municipal curbside collection, drop-
off boxes at retailers such as your
local Radio Shack store, recycling
collection centers, and mail-back
programs.
Note: Battery life can vary greatly, de-
pending on how you use your television.
TV operation drains batteries faster than
radio operation.
Using Standard AC Power
To use AC power, connect the supplied
AC adapter to the television’s DC 12–14V
jack. Then plug the other end into a
standard AC outlet.
Cautions:
• The supplied AC adapter supplies
13 volts DC, delivers 850 milliamps,
and has a center positive plug which
properly fits the television’s DC 12–
14V jack. Using an adapter that
does not meet these specifications
could damage the television or the
adapter.
• Always unplug the adapter from the
outlet first before unplugging it from
the television.
Using Your Vehicle’s Battery
Power
You can power the television from your
vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket using
the supplied DC adapter.
Cautions:
• Watching TV while operating a
motor vehicle can present a traffic
hazard.
• Before plugging the adapter’s ciga-
rette lighter plug into your vehicle’s
cigarette lighter socket, make sure
the knurled ring is screwed firmly
onto the plug. See “Changing the
Fuse” on Page 10 for more informa-
tion about the plug.
Plug the small end of the supplied DC
adapter into the DC 12–14V jack. Then
unplug your vehicle’s cigarette lighter
and plug the large end of the DC adapt-
er cord into the cigarette-lighter socket.
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Cautions:
• The supplied DC adapter supplies
12 volts DC and has a center posi-
tive plug which properly fits the tele-
vision’s DC 12–14V jack. Using an
adapter that does not meet these
specifications could damage the
television or the adapter.
• Always unplug the DC adapter from
the cigarette-lighter socket before
you unplug it from the television.
CONNECTING ANTENNAS
Built-In Antenna
You can receive VHF and UHF broad-
cast signals by using the built-in tele-
scoping antenna, which usually provides
good reception for the TV and FM radio.
• Extend the antenna to its full length
for Channels 2–6 (VHF–LO).
• Extend the antenna to a shorter
length for Channels 7–13 (VHF–HI).
• For the best UHF reception, extend
the antenna to its full length for
Channels 14–69.
Outdoor Antenna
For improved reception, you can con-
nect an optional outdoor VHF/UHF an-
tenna to the television’s EXT ANT jack.
• If the outdoor antenna wire is 300-
ohm double lead-in wire, connect
the wire using the supplied external
300-ohm antenna adapter.
• If the outdoor antenna wire or CATV
cable is 75-ohm coaxial cable, con-
nect the cable to the television’s EXT
ANT jack using an F-to-1/8-inch mini
plug adapter (such as Cat. No. 278-
257, not supplied).
Notes:
• Your local Radio Shack store carries
a wide selection of antennas and
adapters.
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Warning: When you install an out-
door antenna, use extreme caution.
If the antenna starts to fall, let it go!
It could contact overhead power
lines. If the antenna touches the
power line, contact with the anten-
na, mast, cable, or guy wires can
cause electrocution and death. Call
the power company to remove the
antenna. Do not attempt to remove
it yourself!
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• For better reception in your vehicle,
you can connect a mobile TV
antenna (such as Cat. No. 15-1614,
not supplied) to the EXT ANT jack.
• The TV is not “cable ready.”
CONNECTING AN
EARPHONE OR
HEADPHONES
For private listening, you can connect an
optional earphone or headphones with a
1/8-inch mini plug. Your local Radio
Shack store carries a wide selection of
earphones and headphones.
Insert the earphone’s/headphones’ plug
into the television’s EAR jack. This auto-
matically disconnects the television’s in-
ternal speaker.
Listening Safely
To protect your hearing, follow these
guidelines when you use an earphone or
headphones.
• Set the volume to the lowest setting
before you begin listening. After you
begin listening, adjust the volume to
a comfortable level.
• Do not listen at extremely high vol-
ume levels. Extended, high-volume
listening can lead to permanent
hearing loss.
• Once you set the volume, do not
increase it. Over time, your ears
adapt to the volume level, so a vol-
ume level that does not cause dis-
comfort might still damage your
hearing.
Traffic Safety
Do not wear an earphone or head-
phones while operating a motor vehicle.
This can create a traffic hazard and
could be illegal in some areas.
Even though some earphones or head-
phones let you hear some outside
sounds when listening at normal volume
levels, they still can present a traffic haz-
ard.
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OPERATION
TV OPERATION
1. Rotate VOLUME toward the left to
turn on the television.
2. Set TV/AM/FM to TV.
3. Set VHF-LO/VHF-HI/UHF to the
desired band.
4. Slowly rotate TUNING to the desired
station.
5. Adjust the built-in telescoping
antenna for the best picture and
sound. (See “Built-In Antenna” on
Page 5.)
6. Adjust BRIGHT and CONTRAST on
the back of the television until the
desired picture appears.
7. If necessary, adjust V–HOLD on the
back of the television to stop any
vertical roll in the TV’s picture.
8. Rotate VOLUME to the desired lis-
tening level.
Channels: Use:
2–6 VHF–LO
7–13 VHF–HI
14 and hi
g
her UHF
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9. Unfold the television’s stand if
needed to improve your viewing
angle.
10. To turn off the television, rotate VOL-
UME toward the right until it clicks.
TV Reception Tips
• If the image is blurry, unstable, or
has “snow,” the signal reception
might be weak. This can be caused
by the television’s location or the
position and length of the telescop-
ing antenna. Buildings made with
large amounts of steel can cause
reception problems. Try changing
the position and length of the
antenna. If this does not help, use
an outdoor antenna (see “Connect-
ing Antennas” on Page 5).
• If the TV picture shrinks during bat-
tery power operation, the batteries
might be weak. Check and replace
(or recharge) the batteries as
needed.
RADIO OPERATION
1. Rotate VOLUME toward the left to
turn on the television.
2. Set TV/AM/FM to AM or FM as
desired.
3. Slowly rotate TUNING to the desired
station.
4. Rotate VOLUME to the desired lis-
tening level.
5. To turn off the television, rotate VOL-
UME toward the right until it clicks.
Radio Reception Tips
• If FM reception is weak, try chang-
ing the position of the telescoping
antenna. If this does not help, use
an outdoor antenna (see “Connect-
ing Antennas” on Page 5).
• If AM reception is weak, this may be
due to the distance of the station or
operation of the television in a build-
ing with steel construction. Turn the
television in different directions for
the best reception.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Your Portavision Portable 5-Inch Black and White VHF/UHF Television is an example
of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care
for the television so you can enjoy it for years.
Keep the television dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids
might contain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits.
Use and store the television only in normal temperature environments.
Temperature extremes can shorten the life of electronic devices, dam-
age batteries, and distort or melt plastic parts.
Keep the television away from dust and dirt, which can cause prema-
ture wear of parts.
Handle the television gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage cir-
cuit boards and cases and can cause the television to work improperly.
Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.
Batteries can leak chemicals that damage your television’s electronic
parts.
Wipe the television with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking
new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong deter-
gents to clean the television.
Modifying or tampering with the television’s internal components can cause a mal-
function and might invalidate your television’s warranty and void your FCC authoriza-
tion to operate it. If your television is not performing as it should, take it to your local
Radio Shack store for assistance.
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CHANGING THE FUSE
If the television does not work while us-
ing vehicle battery power:
1. Unscrew the knurled ring on the DC
power cord and remove the spring
to check the fuse.
2. If the fuse is bad, replace it with a 3-
amp fuse, such as Radio Shack Cat.
No. 270-1009. Do not use a fuse
with a different rating.
3. Replace the spring and the knurled
ring. Tighten the ring securely.
THE FCC WANTS YOU TO
KNOW
Your television might cause TV or radio
interference even when it is operating
properly. To determine whether your
television is causing the interference,
turn off your television. If the interfer-
ence goes away, your television is caus-
ing the interference. Try to eliminate the
interference by:
• Moving your television away from
the TV or radio receiving the inter-
ference
• Connecting your television to an
outlet that is on a different electrical
circuit than the TV or radio receiving
the interference
• Contacting your local Radio Shack
store for assistance
If you cannot eliminate the interference,
the FCC requires that you stop using
your television.
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SPECIFICATIONS
TV
System ............................................................................ NTSC (American Standard)
Picture Tube ............................................... 5 Inches (12.5 cm) Measured Diagonally
Tuner ............................................................................. Contactless Electronic Tuner
Antenna .............................................................................. Telescoping Rod Antenna
(External antenna jack is provided for connecting outdoor antenna)
Receive Channels
VHF–LO ................................................................................................................ 2–6
VHF–HI ............................................................................................................... 7–13
UHF ................................................................................................................... 14–69
Sensitivity
VHF .................................................................................................. 40V (S/N: 20 dB)
UHF .................................................................................................. 63V (S/N: 30 dB)
Radio
Frequency Range
AM ................................................................................................. 530–1710 kHz
FM ................................................................................................... 88–108 MHz
Common
Power Source
AC ........................................................................................ 120V, 60 Hz Adapter
DC ............................................ 13V DC (Nine D Batteries), 12V Vehicle Battery
Power Consumption .................................................... DC 12.5 Watts, AC 20.0 Watts
Output Power ................................................................................................. 0.5 Watt
Output Impedance ......................................................................................... 16 Ohm
Speaker ........................................................................................... 16 Ohm, 1.0 Watt
Dimensions (HWD) .................................... 5 ×8 ×75/8Inches (127 ×203 ×194 mm)
Weight (without Accessories) .............................................................. 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
Included Accessories .......................................................... AC Adapter, DC Adapter,
External 300-Ohm Antenna Adapter
Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to
change and improvement without notice.
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RADIO SHACK
A Division of Tandy Corporation
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
8A8 Printed in China
Limited Ninety-Day Warranty
This product is warranted by Radio Shack against manufacturing defects in material and workman-
ship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from Radio Shack company-
owned stores and authorized Radio Shack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED
HEREIN, RADIO SHACK MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRAN-
TIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR-
POSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED
WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RADIO SHACK SHALL
HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR EN-
TITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDI-
RECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH
OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM
INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDI-
RECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RADIO SHACK HAS
BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow the limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of in-
cidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and the Radio Shack
sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any Radio Shack store. Radio Shack will, at its option, un-
less otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and
labor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase
price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the prop-
erty of Radio Shack. New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of
warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the
original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the
expiration of the warranty period.
This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse,
accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or
maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs
other than those provided by a Radio Shack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as
fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs
of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
Radio Shack Customer Relations, Dept. W, 100 Throckmorton St., Suite 600, Fort Worth, TX 76102
We Service What We Sell
3/97
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