CD-3490 Portable Compact Disc Player (420-5055) Preparation Faxback Doc. # 18097 CHOOSING A POWER SOURCE You can power your CD player from: Two AA alkaline or one special-order rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries (not supplied) Standard AC power, using an AC adapter (not supplied) Vehicle battery power, using a DC adapter (not supplied) USING BATTERIES You can power your CD player from two AA batteries. For the best results, we recommend alkaline batteries such as Radio Shack Cat. No. 23-552 or the special-order rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery (Cat. No. CMC 23-1006, available by special order from your local Radio Shack store). The CD player can recharge the special-order nickel-cadmium battery while it is installed. Installing/Replacing the Batteries 1. Press down on the ridges, then slide off the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow. 2. Pull the ribbon to remove the batteries, if necessary. CAUTIONS: Always dispose of old non-rechargeable batteries promptly and properly. Never heat, disassemble, or throw batteries into a fire. Never leave dead, old or weak batteries in the CD player. They can leak chemicals that corrode or damage electronic circuits. 3. Place two AA batteries or the special-order nickel-cadmium battery in the compartment as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -) marked above the compartment. Install batteries on top of the ribbon so they can be easily removed. CAUTIONS: Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type. Never mix fresh and old batteries, or alkaline and nickel- cadmium batteries. If you do not plan to use the CD player for a month or more, or you plan to use an AC or DC adapter, remove and store the batteries. 4. Replace the battery compartment cover. When the batteries become weak, BATTERY SYMBOL flashes, then the CD player automatically turns off. Replace alkaline batteries (or recharge the nickel-cadmium battery) when this happens. Charging the Nickel-Cadmium Battery Nickel-Cadmium batteries come fully discharged. You can charge the special-order battery while it is in the battery compartment using an AC adapter (such as Cat. No. 270-1567, not supplied). Follow these steps to recharge the special-order nickel-cadmium battery in the battery compartment. 1. Attach the proper-sized barrel plug to the adapter cord, matching positive (+) on the plug with TIP on the cord. 2. Set the adapter's voltage switch to 6V. 3. Insert the adapter's barrel plug into the CD player's DC 6V jack. 4. Plug the adapter's other end into a standard AC outlet. 5. When the nickel-cadmium battery fully charges, unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet, then disconnect the adapter from the CD player. NOTE: It takes about 12 hours to charge a fully discharged nickel-cadmium battery. Charging Tips You can play the CD player while you charge the battery, but this increases the time required for a full charge. When you press >|| during charging C appears on the display. Always keep the charging terminal clean. Under normal usage conditions, the nickel-cadmium battery can be recharged about 500 times. Fully discharge the battery occasionally by playing the CD player until it no longer plays. Then fully recharge the battery. This helps restore the battery's full charging capacity. Avoid charging the battery in a hot environment (more than 113 degrees F) as it can permanently reduce the battery's charging capacity. Do not overcharge the battery. Overcharging can severely reduce a battery's useful life. Do not short-circuit the battery's terminals (+ and -). Do not put nickel-cadmium batteries in water or fire. Do not disassemble nickel-cadmium batteries. IMPORTANT: This portable CD player can use a rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery. At the end of its useful life, it must be recycled or disposed of properly. Contact your local, county, or state hazardous waste management authorities for information on recycling or disposal programs in your area. Some options that might be available are: municipal curb-side collection, drop-off boxes at retailers, recycling collection centers, and a mail-back program. USING AC POWER You can power your CD player from standard AC power using a 6-volt AC adapter, such as Cat. No. 273-1664. CAUTION: You must use an AC adapter that supplies regulated 6 volts and delivers at least 500 milliamps. Its center tip must be set to positive, and its plug must correctly fit the CD player's DC 6V jack. The recommended adapter meets these specifications. Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could seriously damage the CD player or the adapter. Follow these steps to use an AC adapter. 1. Attach the proper-sized barrel plug to the adapter cord, matching positive (+) on the plug with TIP on the cord. 2. Set the adapter's voltage switch to 6V. 3. Insert the adapter's barrel plug into the CD player's DC 6V jack. NOTE: Battery power disconnects when you connect an AC adapter to the CD player (unless you are using the special-order nickel-cadmium battery). 4. Plug the other end of the adapter into a standard AC outlet. USING VEHICLE BATTERY POWER You can power your CD player from your vehicle's battery, using an optional DC adapter, such as Cat. No. 270-1567. CAUTIONS: This CD player is designed for use with vehicles that have a 12-volt, negative-ground electrical system. Most vehicles have this type of electrical system. If you are unsure about the type your vehicle has, contact the vehicle dealer. Using the CD player with a different electrical system could damage the CD player or the vehicle electrical system. You must use a DC adapter that supplies regulated 6 volts and delivers at least 500 milliamps. Its center tip must be set to positive, and its plug must correctly fit the CD player's DC 6V jack. The recommended adapter meets these specifications. Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications can seriously damage the CD player or the adapter. Do not leave the adapter connected to the cigarette-lighter socket or to the CD player when the player is not in use. Always disconnect the adapter from the cigarette-lighter socket first, then from the CD player. Otherwise, a short circuit could occur that could damage the adapter or the vehicle's electrical system. If you park your vehicle in the sun, temperatures inside can easily reach levels that could damage your CD player and your CDs. To prevent heat damage, avoid leaving your CD player or CDs in your vehicle. Follow these steps to use your vehicle's battery power. 1. Attach the proper-sized barrel plug to the adapter cord, matching positive (+) on the plug with TIP on the cord. 2. Set the adapter's voltage switch to 6V. 3. Insert the adapter's barrel plug into the CD player's DC 6V jack. NOTE: Battery power disconnects when you connect a DC adapter to the CD player (unless you are using the special-order nickel-cadmium battery). 4. Plug the other end of the adapter into your vehicle's cigarette-lighter socket. The red indicator on the adapter's case lights. (BR 10/31/95)