Radio Shack 12-803 Owner's Manual

Multiband Self-Powered Radio

OWNER’S MANUAL — Please read before using this equipment.

Your RadioShack Multiband Self-Powered Radio lets you enjoy
music, sports, and news almost anywhere, even without conven­tional batteries.

Emergency Alarm —

lets you use the radio to sound a shrill, re-

peating beep when you are in distress.

Multiple Power Options —

lets you power your radio from either
the built-in power generator and supplied rechargeable battery
pack, 2 AA batteries (not supplied), your vehicle’s cigarette-lighter
socket (using an optional DC adapter), or AC power (using an op­tional AC adapter).

Telescoping Antenna —

provides the best radio signal for FM,
WX (weather) and SW (shortwave) bands. A built-in AM antenna
provides quality AM reception.

®

Important:

The EPA certified RBRC

Battery Recy­cling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery in­dicates RadioShack is voluntarily participating in an
industry program to collect and recycle these batter­ies at the end of their useful life, when taken out of
service in the United States or Canada. The RBRC program pro­vides a convenient alternative to placing used Ni-Cd batteries into
the trash or the municipal waste stream, which may be illegal i n
your area. Please call 1-800-THE-SHACK (1-800-843-7422) for
information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/restric­tions in your area. RadioShack’s involvement in this prog ram is

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FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

This device complies with Part 15 of the

FCC Rules

. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause un­desired operation.

Product: Multiband Self-Powered Radio

Model: 12-803

Responsible

RadioShack

Party:

100 Throckmorton
Fort Worth, TX 76102

Phone: [phone]

The FCC Wants You to Know

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim­its for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

Rules

. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency ener­gy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc­tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment does cause h armful in­terference to radio or television reception. Which can be deter­mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is

FCC

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encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measurers:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult your local RadioShack store or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
RadioShack may cause interference and void the us­er’s authority to operate the equipment.

A QUICK LOOK AT YOUR RADIO

WX/FM/AM/SW SW 1–6

EMERGENCY ALARM

sound a loud, repeating beep. Press
again to stop the alarm. Any broadcast
stops temporarily when the beep
sounds.

–

Press to

–

LIGHT

minate the dial in low-light
conditions.

DYNAMO/
BATTERY

Hold down to illu-

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CONNECTING POWER

DYNAMO

Crank

Battery

Compartment

Cover

Ni-Cd

Battery Pack

Using the Rechargeable Battery Pack

Your radio has a built-in power generator to charge the internal re­chargeable battery pack. When you rotate the crank for as little as
2 minutes, the generator charges the Ni-Cd battery to power the
radio for over 30 minutes.

1. To remove the battery compart­ment cover, push the cover’s
tabs down and pull the cover in
the direction of the arrows
marked on the cover.

2. The supplied Ni-Cd battery is
installed but not connected.
Insert the battery pack’s white
plug into the socket.

Cautions:

• The battery pack’s polarized

plug fits into the socket only
one way. Do not force it. If the plug does not fit properly,
turn it over and try again.

• The supplied battery pack plug has the red wire towards

the top of the radio when inserted correctly.

3. Replace the compartment cover.

4. Set

DYNAMO/BATTERY

to

DYNAMO

or

BATTERY

. Charging

takes place in either position.

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5. Set

VOLUME/OFF

to

OFF

.

6. Lift the crank and rotate it clockwise or counterclockwise.

Radio operation time depends on the number of turns

Note:

and the time per turn. For example, about 2 turns per second
for 2 minutes will provide over 30 minutes of radio operation
at a medium volume level. You can recharge the battery pack
even while the radio plays.

7. Return the crank to the folded position.

If turning the crank at about 2 turns per second for about 1 minute
does not power the radio for at least 15 minutes, replace the bat­tery pack with a DC 2.4V, 300mAH rechargeable Ni-Cd battery
pack, available at your local RadioShack store.

Using Batteries

Your radio can use two AA batteries (not supplied) for power. For
the best performance and longest life, we recommend
RadioShack alkaline batteries.

Caution:

• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recom­mended type.

• Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batter­ies (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable).

1. Remove the battery compartment cover.

2. Place the batteries in the compartment as indicated by the
polarity symbols (+ and –) marked inside.

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3. Replace the cover.

4. Set

DYNAMO/BATTERY

to

BATTERY

.

When the radio does not operate properly or the sound weakens,
replace the AA batteries.

Warning:

Dispose of batteries promptly and properly; do not bury

or burn them.

Caution:

If you do not plan to use the radio for a week o r more,
remove the AA batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that can
destroy electronic parts.

Using AC or DC Power

You can power the radio from AC power using a 3V, 200mA AC
adapter and a size M Adaptaplug adapter (neither supplied), or
from a vehicle’s 12V cigarette-lighter socket or similar power
source using a 3V, 200mA DC adapter and a size M Adaptaplug
adapter (neither supplied). Both are available at your local
RadioShack store.

Cautions:

• You must use a (Class 2 for AC) power source that supplies
3V DC and delivers at least 200mA. Its center tip must be set
to positive and its plug must fit the radio’s
an adapter that does not meet these specifications could
damage the radio or the adapter.

DC 3V

jack. Using

• Always connect the AC or DC adapter to the radio before you
connect it to the power source. When you finish, disconnect
the adapter from the power source before you d isconnect it
from the radio.

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Connecting an AC or DC adapter automatically disconnects

Note:

all batteries.

1. If necessary, set the adapter’s voltage switch to 3V.

2. Connect the Adaptaplug adapter to the AC adapter.

3. Plug the adapter into your radio’s

4. Plug the other end of the AC adapter into a sta ndard AC out­let (or the DC adapter into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter
socket).

If the radio does not power up properly from DC power,

Note:

unplug the adapter from the cigarette-lighter socket and clean
the socket to remove ashes and debris.

DC 3V

jack.

USING EARPHONES/HEADPHONES

To listen to the radio privately, connect
an earphone or headphone with a 1/8­inch (3.5-mm) plug to (earphone/

DC 3V

Listening Safely

To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use an
earphone or headphone.

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

headphone) jack beneath the rubber
flap on the side of the radio. Plugging in
an earphone or headphone disconnects
the internal speaker.

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• Do not listen at extremely high volume levels. Extended high-

TUNING

VOLUME/

OFF

volume listening can lead to permanent hearing loss.

• 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 earphones or headphones while opera ting a motor
vehicle or riding a bicycle. This can create a traffic hazard and
could be illegal in some areas.

Even though some earphones or headphones let you hear some
outside sounds when listening at normal volume levels, they can
still present a traffic hazard.

PLAYING THE RADIO

1. To power the radio using the Ni-Cd pack, rotate

BATTERY
DYNAMO/BATTERY

2. Rotate

Note:

to

VOLUME/OFF

For the best FM/WX/SW

DYNAMO

. If you installed AA batteries, rotate

to

BATTERY

.

clockwise to turn the radio on.

reception, fully extend the tele­scoping antenna. The AM
antenna is built-in. For the best
AM reception, rotate the radio.

3. Set

WX/FM/AM/SW

to the desired

band.

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DYNAMO/

If you set

WX/FM/AM/SW

desired band.

to

(shortwave), set

SW

SW 1–6

to the

4. Rotate

5. Adjust

TUNING

VOLUME

6. To turn off the radio, turn

to the desired station.

to a comfortable listening level.

VOLUME

counterclockwise until it

clicks.

CARE

Keep the radio dry; if it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and
store the radio only in normal temperature environments. Handle
the radio carefully; do not drop it. Keep the radio away from dust
and dirt, and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it look­ing new.

Modifying or tampering with the radio’s internal components can
cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void
your FCC authorization to operate it. If your radio is not perform­ing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assis­tance. If the trouble is affecting the telephone lines, the phone
company can ask you to disconnect your radio until you have re­solved the problem.

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SPECIFICATIONS

BANDS

Frequency Range:

AM .................................................................................... 530 – 1710 kHz

FM ....................................................................................... 88 – 108 MHz

WX ........................................................................... 162.40 – 162.55 MHz

SW1 ................................................................................. 5.81 – 6.20 MHz

SW2 ................................................................................. 7.10 – 7.60 MHz

SW3 ................................................................................. 9.45 – 9.90 MHz

SW4 ............................................................................. 11.55 – 12.15 MHz

SW5 ............................................................................. 15.10 – 15.70 MHz

SW6 ............................................................................. 17.45 – 18.15 MHz

Intermediate Frequency:

AM ................................................................................................ 455 kHz

FM .............................................................................................. 10.7 MHz

WX ................................................................................................ 465 kHz

GENERAL

Power Output (at 10% THD):

2 AA batteries ................................................................................. 80 mW

Rechargeable Battery Pack ............................................................ 65 mW

Power Requirements ....................................................................... 3V DC

one 2.4V DC 300mAH Ni-Cd rechargeable battery pack

(Cat. No. 23-290)(supplied)

or 2 AA batteries or AC/DC adapter (not supplied)

Speaker Impedance ....................................................................... 8 Ohm

Speaker ...................................................................... 1

10

3

/4 inches (45mm)

Antenna:

AM .............................................................................. Ferrite Bar Antenna

FM/WX/SW 1–6 ........................................................ Telescoping Antenna

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Dimensions (HWD) ...................................... 3

/16 × 715/16 × 215/16 Inches

(100 × 201 × 74 mm)

Weight (without batteries) ................................................ 1 Ib 4 oz (565 g)

Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are
subject to change and improvement without notice.

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Limited Ninety-Day Warranty

his product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and work-

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manship under normal use f or ninety (90) days from the date of p urchase from RadioSh ack
company-owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS
PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PAR­TICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN
LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN,
RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY
OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE
CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT
OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIM­ITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA,
PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSI­BILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied wa rranty la sts or the exclusio n or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may
not apply to you.
In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and the
RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack
will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair

without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar de­sign; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which
a refund is made, become the property of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and prod­ucts may be used in the performanc e of warranty service. Repaired or repla ced parts and
products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. You will be charged
for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period.
This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God,
abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usag e, failure to fo llow instructio ns, improper
installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess v oltage or cur­rent; (b) any repairs other tha n those provided by a RadioShack Author ized Service Facility ;
(c) consumables such as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping
or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or re­installation.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.

RadioShack Customer Relations, 200 Taylor Street, 6th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76102

We Service What We Sell

12/99

RadioShack Corporation
Fort Worth, Texas 76102

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