REALISTIC Stereo Three AM/FM Radio (120-1451) Controls Faxback Doc. # 18905 CONTROLS: LOCATION AND FUNCTION Tuning - is used to tune the Receiver to the desired AM, or FM station, as indicated on the slide rule tuning dial. Stereo Indicator Light - lights up automatically when you are tuned to an FM station that is broadcasting a stereo signal. Selector Switch - determines the function of the receiver: AM for tuning AM stations. FM for tuning FM and FM Stereo stations. PHONO for using your Record Changer/Turntable. TAPE for using a Tape Deck. TONE Control - adjusts the tonal response of both channels. In the extreme counterclockwise position, the low or bass tones are emphasized. In the extreme clockwise position, the high or treble tones are emphasized. Adjust this control to suit your individual preference; or leave in the center position for "flat" or balanced tonal response. BALANCE Control - determines the relative volume of the left and right speakers. In the center position the volume from both speakers will be the same. Adjust this control for the most pleasing stereo sound. Optimum adjustment will depend on room acoustics, program material, listening position and personal preference. VOLUME On/Off Control - adjusts the loudness of the sound (controls both Channels) and turns power "on" or "off". Power is "off" when this control is set maximum counterclockwise. PHONES Jack - plug in stereo headphones for private listening. When phones are plugged in, the speakers are automatically disconnected. We suggest Radio Shack Catalog Number 33-1038 or 33-195; your Radio Shack store has a complete selection of Stereo Headphones. On the Rear of the Receiver SPEAKER R and L Jacks - connect speaker cables between these jacks and the Speakers; connect R jack to the speaker positioned at the right of your listening position and L jack to the left speaker. PHONO R and L Jacks - are to be used when connecting a Record Changer/ Turntable to your Stereo Three system. The Record Changer/Turntable must have a ceramic cartridge to function with this system. Connect the Right output cable to the R jack and Left output to the L. jack. TAPE R and L Jacks - are to be used when connecting a Tape Deck to your Stereo Three system. Connect the Right output cable to the R jack and Left output to the L jack. Use a Cassette, 8-track Cartridge or Reel-to-Reel Tape Deck with these jacks. Your local Radio Shack store has a complete line of Tape Decks for use with your system. FM Antenna screw - are for connecting either the line cord antenna terminals (as supplied from the factory) or for connecting an external antenna for superior FM reception (use an "FM antenna" or a signal "splitter" in conjunction with your TV antenna). Check your Radio Shack store for antennas and antenna ideas. Line Cord - connect the line cord to a source of 120 volts, 60 Hz AC power (standard AC power outlet). CONNECTING EQUIPMENT SPEAKERS - connect speaker cables between the jack on the back of the speaker cabinets and the jack on the back of the Receiver (L for the Left speaker and R for the Right speaker). FM Antenna - in most metropolitan areas, the line cord antenna will provide adequate reception. For superior reception, especially of Stereo signals, disconnect the line cord antenna and connect 300 ohm twin lead to these FM screw terminals from an FM dipole or other FM antenna. Or, you can obtain a "signal splitter" and use your present TV antenna. Check with your local Radio Shack store for help. Record Changer/Turntable - If you have a Record Changer/Turntable which has a ceramic cartridge, you can play records though your system. Connect the cables from your Record Changer/Turntable to the PHONO jacks and plug the line cord from the changer into a source of AC power. Tape Deck - If you have a Tape Deck (Cassette, Cartridge or Reel-to-Reel) with an output of approximately 1/2-volt, connect it to the TAPE jacks on the back of your Receiver. Plug the line cord of the Tape Deck into a source of AC power. Plug the line cord of your Stereo Three into a source of 120 volts, 60 Hz AC power. NOTE: Never operate your system without the speakers being connected. Felt pads are provided to prevent marring of furniture and mounting surfaces. Remove paper backing and press into position on the bottom of the cabinets. (SP/all-02/08/96)