CTR-96 Voice Activated Compact Cassette Recorder
(140-1105)                 Preparation                Faxback Doc. # 32664

POWERING THE CTR-96

You can operate your CTR-96 from any one of these three power sources:

    Internal batteries

    Standard household AC power (using an optional AC adapter)

Installing/Replacing Batteries

You can power the CTR-96 with two AA batteries.  We recommend alkaline
batteries, such as Radio Shack Cat. No. 23- 552.  You can also use
rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries, such as Cat. No. 23-125, with a
battery charger (Cat. No. 23-133, not supplied).

CAUTION:  Do not mix non-rechargeable and rechargeable batteries in
          the recorder.

1.  Press down on the battery compartment cover and slide it off in the
    direction of the arrow.

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

3.  Replace the cover.

Check the condition of the batteries by pressing PLAY, REWIND/REVIEW, or
FAST-F/CUE.  If the REC/BATT indicator does not light (or lights dimly),
replace the batteries.

NOTE:  Your recorder is capable of using rechargeable nickel-cadmium
       batteries.  At the end of the batteries' useful life, they 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 curbside collection, drop-off
       boxes at retailers, recycling collection centers, and mail-back
       programs.

Using AC Power

To power the CTR-96 from an AC outlet, you need an AC adapter, such as
Radio Shack Cat. No. 273-1654 (not supplied).

CAUTIONS:  You must use an adapter that supplies 3 volts DC power and
           delivers at least 250 milliamps.  Its center tip must be set to
           negative, and its plug must properly fit the CTR-96's DC 3V
           jack.  Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications
           could damage the CTR-96 or the adapter.

           Be sure you connect the adapter to the CTR-96 before you plug it
           into the AC outlet, and that you unplug the adapter from the AC
           outlet before you unplug it from the CTR-96.

Follow these steps to power the CTR-96 with 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 CTR-96's DC 3V jack.

4.  Plug the adapter into a standard AC outlet.

When using an AC adapter, the internal batteries are automatically
disconnected.

Using Vehicle battery Power

You can operate the CTR-96 from your vehicle's battery if the vehicle has
a 12-Volt, negative-ground electrical system.  This connection requires a
DC adapter, such as Cat. No. 270-1560 (not supplied).

CAUTIONS:  You must use an adapter that supplies 3 volts DC power and
           delivers at least 250 milliamps.  It's center tip must be set to
           negative, and its plug must properly fit the CTR-96's DC 3V
           jack.  Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications
           could damage the CTR-96 or the adapter.

           Be sure you plug the adapter into the CTR-96 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 CTR-96.

Follow these steps to power the CTR-96 from your vehicle's battery power.

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

2.  Connect the adapter's smallest coaxial barrel plug (orange) to the
    adapter with the tip set to negative (-).

3.  Insert the barrel plug into the CTR-96's DC 3V jack.

4.  Plug the adapter into a standard AC outlet.

    When using an AC adapter, the internal batteries are automatically
    disconnected.

Using Vehicle Battery Power

You can operate the CTR-96 from your vehicle's battery if the vehicle has
a 12-volt, negative-ground electrical system.  This connection requires a
DC adapter, such as Cat. No. 270-1560 (not supplied).

CAUTIONS:  You must use an adapter that supplies 3 volts DC power and
           delivers at least 250 milliamps.  Its center tip must be set to
           negative, and its plug must properly fit the CTR-96's DC 3V
           jack.  Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications
           could damage the CTR-96 or the adapter.

           Be sure you plug the adapter into the CTR-96 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 CTR-96.

Follow these steps to power the CTR-96 from your vehicle's battery power.

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

2.  Connect the adapter's smallest coaxial barrel plug (orange) to the
    adapter with the tip set to negative (-).

3.  Insert the barrel plug into the CTR-96's DC 3V jack.

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

    When using a DC adapter, the internal batteries are automatically
    disconnected.

NOTE:  If the CTR-96 does not operate properly when powered from a
       cigarette-lighter socket, unplug the adapter and clean any ashes and
       other debris from the socket.

CONNECTING THE EARPHONE

You can use the supplied earphone to listen privately to recorded sound or
to monitor recording.  You can also connect an external or pillow-type
speaker to this jack.

NOTE:  Your local Radio Shack store sells a wide variety of speakers.

Insert the earphone or speaker's 1/8-inch plug into the EAR jack.  This
automatically disconnects the internal speaker.

Listening Safely

To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use the earphone.

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

    Set the volume to its lowest level before you begin listening.  After
    you put on the earphone, adjust the volume to a comfortable listening
    level.

    Do not increase the volume once you have established a comfortable
    listening level.  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 the earphone while operating a motor vehicle or riding a
bicycle.  This can cause a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas.

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


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