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Getting Ready :
Power Sources
You can power this radio/television with any of these three power sources :
• Internal battery power using 10 C cells (not included)
• Standard AC power (using the supplied AC adapter)
• From a 12V DC car battery (using the supplied DC power cord)
Using Internal Batteries
You can power this radio/television with 10 C cells. We recommend alkaline batteries for the longest life. You can
also use rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries.
Warning :
• Use only fresh batteries of the proper type.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, batteries of different types (standard, alkaline or rechargeable), or
rechargeable batteries with different ratings.
Note : If you use nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries you will need the proper matching battery charger.
Follow these steps to install batteries :
1. Carefully turn the television upside down and press gently on the two arrows located on the battery
compartment cover. Push the cover in the direction indicated by the arrows to open it.
2. Place the 10 C cells in the positions indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -) moulded inside the
battery compartment.
Warning :
You can damage your radio/television if you install the batteries with the incorrect polarity.
3. Replace the cover. Ensure that the tabs are properly engaged in the slots in the housing.
Notes :
• Replace the batteries when the television image starts to darken.
• Battery life varies greatly according to how you use your radio/television.
Warnings :
• Replace old or weak batteries promptly. Batteries can release chemicals which can damage electronic
components.
• Dispose of batteries properly.
• If you do not intend to use your radio/television for a month or more, or if you plan on only using AC or DC
power, remove the batteries.
Using AC Power
To use AC power, inset the round plug of the AC adapter into the DC 12V IN jack located at the back of the
radio/television. Then plug the AC adapter into a standard AC outlet. When you use the AC adapter the batteries
are automatically disconnected.
Warning :
The supplied AC adapter supplies 13.5 volts DC at 850 milliamps and has a plug with a positive centre pole
designed to fit the DC 12V IN jack of the radio/television. Using any other adapter may damage the radio/television
or the adapter.
Note :
Always unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet before unplugging the radio/television.