13-Inch Color TV/Monitor (160-0289) Preparations Faxback Doc. # 34435 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Power Supply: This TV operates on 120V, 60 Hz AC power only. Never connect the TV to a voltage other than the specified voltage (such as to the output of a nontransformer type converter or to direct current). Polarized Plug: This TV is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug fits into an AC power outlet only one way. If you are unable to fully insert the plug into the outlet, try reversing the plug. Installation: Do not expose the TV to any unnecessary jarring, moisture, dust, direct sunlight, or heat. Select a place for this TV that minimizes the length of the antenna lead and power cord. Allow sufficient space between the TV and wall so the chassis components are properly ventilated. Do not cover the ventilation slots on the top or back of the TV or place the TV on any soft material that could affect ventilation on the bottom of the TV. WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. GETTING STARTED CHOOSING A LOCATION Choose a location for the TV where: Air flows freely on all sides. The power cord in not in the way of normal traffic. NOTE: Do not plug in the power cord until you make all other connections. CONNECTING ANTENNAS The supplied rod antenna provides adequate reception in most areas. To connect the rod antenna, insert it into the hole on the top of the TV. Attach the 300-Ohm twin-lead connectors to the two screw terminals on the supplied adapter. 300 Ohm Flat Wire 300-to-75 Ohm Adapter Then connect the adapter to the TV's VHF-UHF (75 Ohm) terminal. Rod Antenna 300-to-75 Ohm Adapter VHF/UHF (75 Ohm) Terminal Connecting an Outdoor Antenna For the best reception, we recommend you use an outdoor antenna. NOTE: Before you connect the TV to an outdoor antenna, inspect the antenna and the antenna's cable. Severely weathered antennas and antenna cables can reduce the signal quality. Your local Radio Shack store sells replacement antenna cable (300-Ohm flat wire or 75-Ohm coaxial cable) and a wide variety of outdoor antennas. The antenna connection you use depends on the type of antenna and cable you have. WARNING: When installing an outdoor antenna, read and follow all instructions and cautions that accompany the antenna. If you have a combination VHF/UHF antenna and the antenna uses 75-Ohm coaxial cable, connect the cable directly to the TV's VHF/ UHF (75-Ohm) terminal. VHF/UHF Antenna VHF/UHF (75 Ohm) Terminal 75 Ohm Coaxial Cable If you have a combination VHF/UHF antenna and the antenna uses 300-Ohm flat wire, connect the flat wire to the screw terminals on the supplied 300-to-75 Ohm adapter. Then connect the adapter to the TV's VHF/UHF (75 Ohm) terminal. VHF/UHF (75 Ohm) Terminal VHF/UHF Antenna 300-to-75 Ohm Adapter 300 Ohm Flat Wire If you have separate VHF and UHF antennas, use a VHF/UHF combiner (not supplied) to combine the VHF and UHF signals. Then connect the combiner's 75 Ohm connector to the TV's VHF/UHF (75 Ohm) terminal. VHF Antenna UHF Antenna VHF/UHF (75 Ohm) Terminal VHF/UHF Combiner CONNECTING CABLE TV If you subscribe to a cable TV service, connect the cable company's 75-Ohm coaxial cable directly to the TV's VHF/UHF (75 Ohm) terminal. If you use a cable box, connect the box's output to the TV's VHF/UHF (75 Ohm) terminal. From Cable Company 75-Ohm Coaxial Cable OUT IN Cable Box Set the TV to the same channel as the box's output (Channel 3 or 4) and use the box to select channels. Note to CATV System Installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. CONNECTING AN AUDIO/VIDEO SOURCE You can use your TV to monitor an audio/video source (such as a VCR, cam- corder or laser disc player). Connect the audio/video source's output jacks to the AUDIO IN/VIDEO OUT jacks on the back of the TV. AUDIO IN VIDEO IN To view the audio/video source, follow the steps in "Selecting TV or Video" and play the audio/video source according to its instructions. CONNECTING POWER Plug the TV's AC power cord into a standard AC power outlet. INSTALLING THE REMOTE CONTROL'S BATTERIES The remote control requires two AA batteries (not supplied) for operation. For the longest battery life, use alkaline batteries (Radio Shack Cat. No. 23-552). To ensure consistent operation, change the batteries about once a year. 1. Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing down and sliding it in the direction of the arrow. 2. Install two AA batteries as indicated by the polarity markings (+and-) inside the compartment. CAUTIONS: Batteries installed incorrectly might leak and damage the remote control. Do not mix old batteries with new ones, and do not mix different types of batteries (for example, standard and alkaline). 3. Replace the cover. (LB/EB 08/12/96)