SCP-76 Digital AM/FM Stereo Cassette Player with Auto Reverse
(140-1219)                 Care and Maintenance       Faxback Doc. # 33870

TAPE TIPS AND TECHNIQUES

CLEANING THE TAPE-HANDLING PARTS

Dirt, dust, or particles of the tape's coating can accumulate on the tape
heads and other parts that the tape touches.  This can greatly reduce the
performance of the SCP-76. Use the following cleaning procedure after every
20 hours of operation.

1.  Remove the batteries and disconnect any other power source.

2.  Open the cassette compartment door.

3. Press PLAY < > to expose the tape-handling parts.

4.  Use a cotton swab dipped in denatured alcohol or tape head cleaning
    solution to clean the play head, pinch rollers, and capstans.

5.  When you finish cleaning, press STOP and close the cassette compartment
    door.

Your local Radio Shack store carries a full line of cassette deck cleaning
supplies.

RESTORING TAPE TENSION AND SOUND QUALITY

After you play a cassette several times the tape might become tightly wound
on the reels.  This can cause playback sound quality to deteriorate.

To restore the sound quality, fast-forward the tape from the beginning to
the end of one side, then completely rewind it.  Then loosen the tape reels
by gently tapping each side of the cassette's outer shell on a flat surface

CAUTION:  Be careful not to damage the cassette when tapping it.  Do not
          touch the exposed tape or allow any sharp objects near the
          cassette.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Your Radio Shack SCP-76 Digital AM/FM Stereo Cassette Player with Auto
Reverse is an example of superior design and craftsmanship.  The following
suggestions will help you care for the SCP-76 so you can enjoy it for years

   Keep the SCP-76 dry.  If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.  Liquids
   can contain minerals that corrode electronic circuits.

   Use and store the SCP-76 only in normal temperature environments.
   Temperature extremes can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage
   batteries, and distort or melt plastic parts.

   Handle the SCP-76 gently and carefully.  Dropping it can damage circuit
   boards and cases, and can cause it to work improperly.

   Keep the SCP-76 away from dust and dirt, which can cause premature wear
   of parts.

   Wipe the SCP-76 with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.
   Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to
   clean it.

Modifying or tampering with the SCP-76's internal components can cause a
malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void your FCC
authorization to operate it. If your SCP-76 is not performing as it should,
take it to your local Radio Shack store for assistance.

THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW

This equipment complies with the limits for a Class B digital device as
specified in Part 15 of FCC RULES.  These limits provide reasonable
protection against radio and TV interference in a residential area. However
your equipment might cause TV or radio interference even when it is
operating properly.  To eliminate interference, you can try one or more of
the following corrective measures:

   Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

   Increase the distance between the equipment and the radio or TV.

   Use outlets on different electrical circuits for the equipment and the
   radio or TV.

Consult your local Radio Shack store if the problem still exists.


(YO/EB 7/1/96)