AM/FM Stereo Mate  (120-0180)       Preparation        Faxback Doc. # 3702

INSTALLING BATTERIES

The receiver uses two AAA batteries.  For longest battery life, we
recommend alkaline batteries, such as Radio Shack's Cat. No. 23-555.

Follow these steps to install batteries.

1.  Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow.

2.  Insert the batteries as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -)
    marked inside the battery compartment.

3.  Replace the cover.

    Notes:  When the receiver's sound becomes weak, replace the
            batteries.

            If you plan not to use the receiver for a week or more,
            remove the batteries to protect the receiver from possible
            battery leakage.

ATTACHING THE FM ANTENNA

To receive FM stations, use the supplied FM wire antenna or a pair of
headphones.  To use the wire antenna, insert it into the headphone/speaker
jack.  Then, set the headphone/speaker switch to SPEAKER.

To use headphones, see "Using Headphones."

Note:  If you connect headphones, the headphone cord acts as an FM
       antenna.

USING HEADPHONES

For private listening, you can use a pair of headphones (not supplied)
with an 1/8 inch plug.  You can find a wide selection of headphones at
your local Radio Shack store.

Connecting Headphones

To use headphones, insert the headphone plug into the headphone/speaker
jack.  Then, set the headphone/speaker switch to HEADPHONE.  This
disconnects the built-in-speaker.

Hearing Comfort and Your Health

To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when using headphones.

    Do not listen at extremely high volume levels.  Extended high-volume
    listening can lead to permanent hearing loss.

    Set the volume to the lowest setting before you begin listening.
    After you begin listening, adjust the volume to a comfortable level.

    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.

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