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Cat. No. 16-124C
OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
Portavision Portable 5-Inch
Black and White VHF/UHF Television
with AM/FM Radio
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FEATURES
Your Portavision Portable 5-Inch Black
and White VHF/UHF Television is a
complete audio/video entertainment
system. It combines a 5-inch black-andwhite TV with a high-quality AM /FM radio. With it you ca n enjoy TV and radio
programs at home, in your car, or anywhere outdoors. The television’s convenient size lets you to use it wherever
space is limited — on a night table,
workshop shelf, desk top, or bo okshelf.
And it’s great for an RV or camper!
Its features include:
Three Power Sources
— let you power
the television from internal batteries (not
supplied), standard AC power, or your
vehicle’s battery.
VHF/UHF and AM/FM
— receives TV
channels 2 through 69, plus A M and FM
radio stations.
Built-In AM Antenna
— ensures the
best AM reception.
Telescopin
Antenna
— swivels for
the best TV and FM radio reception.
External Antenna Jack
— lets you connect a standard TV antenna for improved reception.
We recommend you record the television’s serial number below. The number
is on the back of your television.
Serial Number ____________________
WARNING
: To reduce the risk of
fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER OR BACK. NO US ER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
!
: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
This symbol is intended to alert you to
the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that might be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric sh ock. Do n ot open the prod uct’s
case.
This symbol is intended to inform you
that important operating and maintenance instructions are included in the
literature accompanying this product.
!
Earphone Jack
— lets you use an earphone or headphones so you can enjoy
private listening.
Portavision and Radio Shack are registered trademarks used by Tandy Corporation.
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©
1998 Tandy Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
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PREPARATION
CONNECTING TO POWER
You can power your television from:
• internal batteries
• AC power
• a vehicle’s cigarette-lighter socket
Connecting an AC or DC adapter
Note:
automatically disconnects internal batteries.
Using Battery Power
To power the television from internal
batteries, you need nine D batteries (not
supplied). For the best performance and
longest life, we recommend alkaline batteries, such as Radio Shack Cat. No.
23-550.
You can also use rechargeable nickelcadmium batteries, such as Cat. No. 23-
123. If you use rechargeable nickelcadmium batteries, you must charge/
recharge them with a battery charger,
such as Cat. No. 23-132.
Follow these steps to install batteries.
1. Gently push the battery compartment cover’s two locking latches in
the direction of the arrows and lift
the cover.
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2. Put nine D batteries into the battery
compartment as indicated by the
polarity symbols (+ and –) marked
inside.
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Caution:
incorrect polarity can damage your
television.
3. Replace the battery compartment
cover.
Installing the batteries with
Cautions:
• Use only fresh batteries of the
required size and recommended
type.
• Do not mix old and new batteries,
different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or
rechargeable batteries of different
capacities.
When the TV picture shrinks or the
sound quality is distorted, replace (or recharge) the batteries.
Cautions:
• If you do not plan to use your television for a month or more, or if you
plan to use only an AC or DC
adapter, remove the batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that can
destroy electronic parts.
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• Dispose of old batteries promptly
and properly. Do not burn or bury
them.
• At the end of a nickel-cadmium battery’s useful life, it 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. Som e
options that might be available are:
municipal curbside coll ection, dropoff boxes at retailers such as your
local Radio Shack store, recycling
collection centers, and mail-back
programs.
Note: Battery life can vary greatly, depending on how you use your te levision.
TV operation drains batteries faster than
radio operation.
Using Standard AC Power
To use AC power, connect the supplied
AC adapter to the television’s
jack. Then plug the other end into a
standard AC outlet.
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DC 12–14V
Cautions:
• The supplied AC adapter supplies
13 volts DC, delivers 850 milliamps,
and has a center positive plug which
properly fits the television’s
14V
jack. Using an adapter that
DC 12–
does not meet these specifications
could damage the television or the
adapter.
• Always unplug the a dapter from the
outlet first before unplugging it from
the television.
Using Your Vehicle’s Battery
Power
You can power t he television from your
vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket using
the supplied DC adapter.
Cautions:
• Watching TV while operating a
motor vehicle can present a traffic
hazard.
• Before plugging the adapter ’s cigarette lighter plug into your vehicle’s
cigarette lighter socket, make sure
the knurled ring is screwed firmly
onto the plug. See “Changing the
Fuse” on Pag e 10 for more information about the plug.
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Plug the small end of the supplied DC
adapter into the
DC 12–14V
jack. Then
unplug your vehicle’s cigarette lighter
and plug the large end of the DC ad apter cord into the cigarette-lighter socket.
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illustration
Cautions:
Outdoor Antenna
For improved reception, you can connect an optional outdoor VHF/UHF antenna to the television’s
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EXT ANT
jack.
• The supplied DC adapter supplies
12 volts DC and has a center positive plug which prope rly fits t he television’s
adapter that does not meet these
specifications could damage the
television or the adapter.
• Always unplug the DC adapter from
the cigarette-lighter socket before
you unplug it from the television.
DC 12–14V
jack. Using an
CONNECTING ANTENNAS
Built-In Antenna
You can receive VHF and UHF broadcast signals by using the built-in telescoping antenna, which usually provides
good reception for the TV and FM radio.
• Extend the ant enna to its full length
for Channels 2–6 (VHF–LO).
• Extend the antenna to a shorter
length for Channels 7–13 (VHF–HI).
• For the best UHF reception, extend
the antenna to its full length for
Channels 14–69.
• If the outdoor antenna wire is 300ohm double lead-in wire, connect
the wire using the supplied external
300-ohm antenna adapter.
• If the outdoor antenna wire or CATV
cable is 75-ohm coaxial ca ble, connect the cable to the television’s
ANT
jack using an F-to-1/8-inch mini
plug adapter (such as Cat. No. 278257, not supplied).
Warning: When you install a n outdoor antenna, use extreme caution.
If the antenna starts to fall, let it go!
It could contact overhead power
lines. If the antenna touches the
power line, contact with the antenna, mast, cable, or guy wires can
cause electrocution and death. Call
the power company to rem ove the
antenna. Do not attempt to re move
it yourself!
Notes:
• Your local Radio Shack store carries
a wide selection of antennas and
adapters.
EXT
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• For better reception in your vehicle,
you can connect a mobile TV
antenna (such as Cat. No. 15-1614,
not supplied) to the
• The TV is not “cable ready.”
EXT ANT
jack.
CONNECTING AN
EARPHONE OR
HEADPHONES
For private listening, you can connect an
optional earphone or headphones with a
1
/8-inch mini plug. Your local Radio
Shack store carries a wide selection of
earphones and headphones.
Insert the earphone’s/h eadphones’ plug
into the tele visio n’s
matically disconnects the television’s internal speaker.
EAR
jack. This aut o-
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Listening Safely
To protect your hearing, follow these
guidelines when you use an earphone or
headphones.
• Set the volume to the lowest setting
before you begin li stening. A fter you
begin listening, adjust the volume to
a comfortable level.
• Do not listen at extremely high volume levels. Extended, high-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 an earphone or headphones while operat ing a mot or vehicle.
This can create a traffic hazard and
could be illegal in some areas.
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Even though some earphones or headphones let you hear some outside
sounds when listening at norm al volume
levels, they still can present a traffic hazard.
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OPERATION
TV OPERATION
1. Rotate
turn on the television.
2. Set
3. Set
desired band.
VOLUME
toward the left to
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TV/AM/FM
to TV.
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VHF-LO/VHF-HI/UHF
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Channels: Use:
to the
5. Adjust the built-in telescoping
antenna for the best picture and
sound. (See “Built-In Antenna” on
Page5.)
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6. Adjust
BRIGHT
and
CONTRAST
on
the back of the television until the
desired picture appears.
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7. If necessary, adjust
V–HOLD
on the
back of the television to stop any
vertical roll in the TV’s picture.
2–6 VHF–LO
7–13 VHF–HI
14 and hi
her UHF
4. Slowly rotate
station.
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TUNI N G
to the desired
8. Rotate
tening level.
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VOLUME
to the desired lis-
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9. Unfold the television’s stand if
needed to improve your viewing
angle.
illustration showing TV stand/side
10. To turn off the television, rotate
UME
toward the right until it clicks.
VOL-
TV Reception Tips
• If the image is blurry, unstable, or
has “snow,” the signal reception
might be weak. This can be caused
by the television’s location or the
position and length of the telescoping antenna. Buildings made with
large amounts of steel can cause
reception problems. Try changing
the position and length of the
antenna. If this does not help, use
an outdoor antenna (see “Connecting Antennas” on Page 5).
RADIO OPERATION
1. Rotate
turn on the television.
2. Set
desired.
3. Slowly rotate
station.
4. Rotate
tening level.
5. To turn off the television, rotate
UME
VOLUME
toward the left to
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TV/AM/FM
to AM or FM as
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TUNING
to the desired
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VOLUME
to the desired lis-
toward the right until it clicks.
VOL-
• If the TV picture shrinks during battery power operation, the batteries
might be weak. Check and replace
(or recharge) the batteries as
needed.
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Radio Reception Ti ps
• If FM reception is weak, try changing the position of the telescoping
antenna. If this does not help, use
an outdoor antenna (see “Connecting Antennas” on Page 5).
• If AM reception is weak, this may be
due to the distance of the st ation or
operation of the television in a building with steel constr uction. Turn the
television in different directions for
the best reception.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Your Portavision Portable 5-Inch Black and White VHF/UHF Television is an example
of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care
for the television so you can enjoy it for years.
Keep the television dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids
might contain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits.
Use and store the television only in normal temperature environments.
Temperature extremes can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage batteries, and distort or melt plastic parts.
Keep the television away from du st and d irt, which can cause pre mature wear of parts.
Handle the television gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage circuit boards and cases and can cause the television to work improperly.
Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommende d type.
Batteries can leak chemicals that damage your television’s electronic
parts.
Wipe the television with a damp cloth o ccasionally to keep it looking
new. Do not use h arsh chemicals, cleaning sol vents, or strong detergents to clean the television.
Modifying or tampering with the television’s internal components can cau se a malfunction and might invalidate your television’s warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it. If your television is not perform ing as it should, take it to your local
Radio Shack store for assistance.
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CHANGING THE FUSE
If the television does not work whi le using vehicle battery power:
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1. Unscrew the knurled ring on the DC
power cord and remove the spring
to check the fuse.
2. If the fuse is bad, replace it with a 3amp fuse, such as Radio Shack Cat.
No. 270-1009. Do not use a fuse
with a different rating.
3. Replace the spring and the knu rled
ring. Tighten the ring securely.
THE FCC WANTS YOU TO
KNOW
Your television might cau se TV or radio
interference even when it is operating
properly. To determine whether your
television is causing the interference,
turn off your television. If the interference goes away, your television is causing the interference. Try to eliminate the
interference by:
• Moving your television away from
the TV or radio receiving the interference
• Connecting your television to an
outlet that is on a different electrical
circuit than the TV or radio receiving
the interference
• Contacting your local Radio Shack
store for assistance
If you cannot eliminate the interference,
the FCC requires that you stop using
your television.
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SPECIFICATIONS
TV
System .................................................... .. .......... ....... .. ... NTSC (American Standard)
Picture Tube ............................................... 5 Inches (12.5 cm) Measured Diagonally
Tuner ............................................................................. Contactless Electronic Tuner
Antenna .............................................................................. T el escoping Rod Antenna
(External antenna jack is provided for connecting outdoor antenna)
Receive Channels
VHF–LO ................................................................................................................ 2–6
VHF–HI ............................................................................................................... 7–13
UHF ................................................................................................................... 14–69
Sensitivity
VHF .................................................................................................. 40V (S/N: 20 dB)
UHF .................................................................................................. 63V (S/N: 30 dB)
Radio
Frequency Range
AM ................................................................................................. 530–1710 kHz
FM ................................................................................................... 88–108 MHz
Common
Power Source
AC ........................................................................................ 120V, 60 Hz Adapter
DC ............................................ 13V DC (Nine D Batteries), 12V Vehicle Battery
Power Consumption .................................................... DC 12.5 Watts, AC 20.0 Watts
Output Power ................................................................................................. 0.5 Watt
Output Impedance ......................................................................................... 16 Ohm
Speaker ........................................................................................... 16 Ohm, 1.0 Watt
Dimensions (HWD) .................................... 5 × 8 × 7
Weight (without Accessories) ........... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ..... ....... .... 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
Included Accessories .......................................................... AC Adapter, DC Adapter,
Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to
change and improvement without notice.
5
/8 Inches (127 × 203 × 194 mm)
External 300-Ohm Antenna Ada pter
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Limited Ninety-Day Warranty
This product is warr anted by Radio Shack agains t manu fact uring d efec ts in ma terial and wo rkmanship under normal use for ninety (90) days fro m the date of purchase from Radio Shack comp anyowned stores and authorized Radio Shack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED
HEREIN, RADIO SHACK MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICUL AR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED
WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RADIO SHACK 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 RES ULTING FROM
INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RADIO SHACK HAS
BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow the limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
In the event of a produ ct defect dur ing the warranty period, take the product an d the Radio S hack
sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any Radio Shack store. Radio Shack will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by l aw: (a) c orre ct the defe ct by product repai r without c har ge for parts and
labor; (b) replace the produc t with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase
price. All replaced parts and pr oducts, and pro ducts on which a refund is made, become the property of Radio Shack . New or reco nditioned par ts and products may be used i n the perform ance of
warranty service. Repa ired or replaced parts and produ cts 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, impr oper or abnormal usa ge, failure to fol low i nstruct ions, improper instal lation or
maintenance, alterati on, lightning or other incidence of exc ess voltage or current; (b) any repairs
other than those prov ided by a Radi o Shack A uthorized Ser vice Faci lity; (c) consumab les such a s
fuses or batteries; (d ) cosmeti c dam age; (e) transp ortatio n, sh ipping or insuranc e c osts; or (f) cos ts
of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation.
This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may also have oth er rights which vary from
state to state.
Radio Shack Customer Relations, Dept. W, 100 Throckmorton St., Suite 600, Fort Worth, TX 76102
We Service What We Sell
3/97
8A8 Prin te d in China
RADIO SHACK
A Division of Tandy Corporation
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
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