Radio Shack 12-803 User manual

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Reserved.
RadioShack and RadioShack.com are trademarks
used by RadioShack Corporation.
OWNER’S MANUAL — Please read before using this equipment.
Multiband Self-Powered Radio
Your RadioShack Multiband Self-Powered Radio lets you enjoy
music, sports, and news almost anywhere, even without conven-
tional batteries.
Emergency Alarm — lets you use the radio to sound a shrill, re-
peating beep when you are in distress.
Multiple Power Options — lets you power your radio from either
the built-in power generator and supplied rechargeable battery
pack, 2 AA batteries (not supplied), your vehicle’s cigarette-lighter
socket (using 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 reception.
Important: The EPA certified RBRC®Battery Recy-
cling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery in-
dicates RadioShack is voluntarily participating in an
industry program to collect and recycle these batter-
ies at the end of their useful life, when taken out of
service in the United States or Canada. The RBRC program pro-
vides a convenient alternative to placing used Ni-Cd batteries into
the trash or the municipal waste stream, which may be illegal in
your area. Please call 1-800-THE-SHACK (1-800-843-7422) for
information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/restric-
tions in your area. RadioShack’s involvement in this program is

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part of the company’s commitment to preserving our environment
and conserving our natural resources.
FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules
. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause un-
desired operation.
The FCC Wants You to Know
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim-
its for a Class B digital device, pursuant 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 radio frequency ener-
gy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-
tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful in-
terference to radio or television reception. Which can be deter-
mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
Product: Multiband Self-Powered Radio
Model: 12-803
Responsible
Party: RadioShack 100 Throckmorton
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Phone: [phone]

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encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measurers:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• 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 authority to operate the equipment.
A QUICK LOOK AT YOUR RADIO
LIGHT– Hold down to illu-
minate the dial in low-light
conditions.
DYNAMO/
BATTERY
EMERGENCY ALARM – Press to
sound a loud, repeating beep. Press
again to stop the alarm. Any broadcast
stops temporarily when the beep
sounds.
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CONNECTING POWER
Using the Rechargeable Battery Pack
Your radio has a built-in power generator to charge the internal re-
chargeable battery pack. When you rotate the crank for as little as
2 minutes, the generator charges the Ni-Cd battery to power the
radio for over 30 minutes.
1. To remove the battery compart-
ment cover, push the cover’s
tabs down and pull the cover in
the direction 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 into the socket only
one way. Do not force it. If the plug does not fit properly,
turn it over and try again.
• The supplied battery pack plug has the red wire towards
the top of the radio when inserted correctly.
3. Replace the compartment cover.
4. Set DYNAMO/BATTERY to DYNAMO or BATTERY. Charging
takes place in either position.
DYNAMO
Crank
Battery
Compartment
Cover
Ni-Cd
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5. Set VOLUME/OFF to OFF.
6. Lift the crank and rotate it clockwise or counterclockwise.
Note: Radio operation time depends on the number of turns
and the time per turn. For example, about 2 turns per second
for 2 minutes will provide over 30 minutes of radio operation
at a medium volume level. You can recharge the battery pack
even while the radio plays.
7. Return the crank to the folded position.
If turning the crank at about 2 turns per second for about 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 radio can use two AA batteries (not supplied) for power. For
the best performance and longest life, we recommend
RadioShack alkaline batteries.
Caution:
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recom-
mended type.
• Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batter-
ies (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable).
1. Remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Place the batteries in the compartment as indicated by the
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3. Replace the cover.
4. Set DYNAMO/BATTERY to BATTERY.
When the radio does not operate properly or the sound weakens,
replace the AA batteries.
Warning: Dispose of batteries promptly and properly; do not bury
or burn them.
Caution: If you do not plan to use the radio for a week or more,
remove the AA batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that can
destroy electronic parts.
Using AC or DC Power
You can power the radio from AC power using a 3V, 200mA AC
adapter and a size M Adaptaplug adapter (neither 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
RadioShack store.
Cautions:
• You must use a (Class 2 for AC) power source that supplies
3V DC and delivers at least 200mA. Its center tip must be set
to positive and its plug must fit the radio’s DC 3V jack. Using
an adapter that does not meet these specifications could
damage the radio or the adapter.
• Always connect the AC or DC adapter to the radio before you
connect it to the power source. When you finish, disconnect
the adapter from the power source before you disconnect it
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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.
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• Do not listen at extremely high volume 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 volume level that does
not cause discomfort might still damage your hearing.
Traffic Safety
Do not wear earphones or headphones while operating a motor
vehicle or riding a bicycle. This can create a traffic 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.
PLAYING THE RADIO
1. To power the radio using the Ni-Cd pack, rotate DYNAMO/
BATTERY to DYNAMO. If you installed AA batteries, rotate
DYNAMO/BATTERY to BATTERY.
2. Rotate VOLUME/OFF clockwise to turn the radio on.
Note: For the best FM/WX/SW
reception, fully extend the tele-
scoping antenna. The AM
antenna is built-in. For the best
AM reception, rotate the radio.
3. Set WX/FM/AM/SW to the desired
band.
TUNING
VOLUME/
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If you set WX/FM/AM/SW to SW (shortwave), set SW 1–6 to the
desired band.
4. Rotate TUNING to the desired station.
5. Adjust VOLUME to a comfortable listening level.
6. To turn off the radio, turn VOLUME counterclockwise until it
clicks.
CARE
Keep the radio dry; if it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and
store the radio only in normal temperature environments. 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 components can
cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void
your FCC authorization to operate it. If your radio is not perform-
ing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assis-
tance. If the trouble is affecting the telephone lines, the phone
company can ask you to disconnect your radio until you have re-
solved the problem.

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SPECIFICATIONS
BANDS
Frequency Range:
AM .................................................................................... 530 – 1710 kHz
FM ....................................................................................... 88 – 108 MHz
WX ........................................................................... 162.40 – 162.55 MHz
SW1 ................................................................................. 5.81 – 6.20 MHz
SW2 ................................................................................. 7.10 – 7.60 MHz
SW3 ................................................................................. 9.45 – 9.90 MHz
SW4 ............................................................................. 11.55 – 12.15 MHz
SW5 ............................................................................. 15.10 – 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 ................................................................................. 80mW
Rechargeable Battery Pack ............................................................ 65 mW
Power Requirements ....................................................................... 3V DC
one 2.4V DC 300mAH Ni-Cd rechargeable battery pack
(Cat. No. 23-290)(supplied)
or 2 AA batteries or AC/DC adapter (not supplied)
Speaker Impedance ....................................................................... 8 Ohm
Speaker ...................................................................... 13/4inches (45mm)