SCP-73 Stereo Cassette Player
(140-1215)                 Preparation                Faxback Doc. # 18207

CONNECTING TO POWER

You can power your SCP-73 from internal batteries, AC power (using an AC
adapter), or your vehicle's cigarette-lighter socket (using a DC adapter).

Using Battery Power

To power the SCP-73 from internal batteries, you need two AA batteries. 
For the best performance, we recommend alkaline batteries, such as Radio
Shack Cat. No. 23-552.

You can also use rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries (Cat. No. 23-125).
These batteries and a battery charger (Cat. No. 23-133) are available at
your local Radio Shack store.

CAUTION:  Do not mix different types of batteries.

Follow these steps to install the batteries.

1.  Open the battery compartment cover by pressing down, sliding it in the
    direction of the arrow, and lifting it up.

2.  Insert the batteries into the compartment, as indicated by the polarity
    symbols (+ and -) marked beside the compartment.

3.  Replace the cover.

NOTES:  To remove the batteries, push the right battery to the right while
        lifting out the left battery.

        Connecting an adapter automatically disconnects the internal
        batteries.

Using AC Power

    To power the SCP-73 from an AC outlet, you need an AC adapter, such
    as Radio Shack Cat. No. 273-1654.

Cautions:  You must use an adapter that supplies 3 volts DC power and
           delivers at least 300 milliamps.  Its center tip must be set to
           negative, and its plug must properly fit the SCP-73's DC 3V
           jack.  The recommended adapter meets these specifications. 
           Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could
           damage the SCP-73 or the adapter.

           Be sure you connect the adapter to the SCP-73 before you plug it
           into the AC outlet, and that you unplug the adapter from the AC
           outlet before you unplug it from the SCP-73.

Follow these steps to power the SCP-73 from AC power.

1.  Set the adapter's voltage switch to 3V.

2.  Connect the black-tipped barrel plug to the adapter so it reads
    TIP NEG.

3.  Insert the barrel plug into the SCP-73's DC 3V jack.

4.  Plug the adapter into a standard AC outlet.

Using Vehicle Battery Power

To power the SCP-73 from your vehicle's battery power, you need a DC
adapter, such as Radio Shack Cat. No. 270-1560.

CAUTIONS:  Your vehicle must have a 12-volt, negative-ground electrical
           system.

           You must use an adapter that supplies 3 volts DC power and
           delivers at least 300 milliamps.  Its center tip must be set to
           negative, and its plug must properly fit the SCP-73's DC 3V
           jack.  The recommended adapter meets these specifications. 
           Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could
           damage the SCP-73.

           Be sure you plug the adapter into the SCP-73 before you plug it
           into the cigarette-lighter socket, and that you unplug the
           adapter from the cigarette-lighter socket before you unplug it
           from the SCP-73.

Follow these steps to power the SCP-73 from your vehicle's battery power.

1.  Set the adapter's voltage switch to 3V.

2.  Plug the orange-tipped barrel plug into the adapter's cord with the
    tip set to negative(-).

3.  Insert the barrel plug into the SCP-73's DC 3V jack.

4.  Plug the other end of the adapter into the vehicle's cigarette-lighter
    socket.

USING HEADPHONES OR SPEAKERS

To connect stereo headphones or an amplified speaker system, insert the
1/8-inch mini plug into the cassette player's (HEADPHONE SYMBOL) jack.  

Listening Safely

To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use 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 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 headphones while operating a motor vehicle or riding a bicycle.
This can create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas.

Even though some headphones are designed to let you hear some outside 
sounds when listening at normal volume levels, they still present a traffic
hazard.

USING THE BELT CLIP

The belt clip lets you keep your hands free while you listen to the SCP-73.
To attach the belt clip to the SCP-73, slide the belt clip's latches into
the slots on the cassette player and lift up until it locks into place.

To remove the belt clip from the SCP-73, push down on the belt clip and
slide it off.


(PH 11/9/95)