Radio Shack 20-108 User Manual

User’s Guide

Quick Reference See reverse for Detailed Instructions

What’s Included

Emergency Crank Radio
Battery Pack User’s Guide

Features

• Receives local radiostations and
NOAA (AM/FM/WX) .

• The emergency crank generator
provides light and radio power
without batteries.

• Charges your mobile phone.

Battery Notes

• Do not burn or bury batteries. Do not
puncture or crush. Do not disassemble.
Do not dispose of the batteries in the
trash. Recycle at your local RadioShack
store.

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

• Do not use batteries of different types,
capacities, or chemistry.

• Remove the batteries if you do not plan
to use the product for an extended
time.

Recycle Rechargeable
Batteries

Placing rechargeable batteries in the
trash can be harmful to the environment.
Instead, recycle old rechargeable batteries
at your local RadioShack store free of
charge. RadioShack participates in the
RBRC© battery recycling program, and is
committed to preserving the environment
and conserving natural resources. CallCall
1-800-THE-SHACK (1-800-843-7422) for
more information.

Specifications

AM ................................... 530-1710 kHz

FM ....................................... 88-108 MHz

WX ............................ 162.4-162.55 MHz

Power Output (at 10% THD) ... 100 mW

Power .............DC 6V or 3 AA batteries

Antenna ................AM: built-in antenna

..............FM/WX: telescoping antenna,

Speaker .....................3 inches (76 mm),

............................... 16 ohm impedance

Specifications are subject to change and
improvement without notice. Actual product
may vary from the images found in this
document.

Protect the environment by recycling used
electronics. Go to www.ecyclingcentral.com
to find a recycling location near you.

AM/FM/Weather Band Emergency Crank Radio

Thank you for purchasing your AM/FM/Weather Band Emergency Crank Radio fromEmergency Crank Radio fromCrank Radio from RadioShack. Please read this user’s
guide before installing, setting up, and using your new radio. See back of page for detailed instructions.

20-108

BATTERY / DYNAMO

VOLUME/Power off

TUNING

WX FUNCTION
See “Weather Alert”

LIGHT

WX CHANNELS

BAND AM/FM/WX

Flashlight

2 Switch BATTERY/DYNAMO

to DYNAMO

3 Lift the crank and rotate it in

either direction to charge the
radio.

RECHARGING LED

ALERT LED

1 Install battery pack

USB port

CELL PHONE
CHARGE
ON/OFF

DYNAMO Crank

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User’s Guide

Detailed Instructions See reverse for Quick Reference

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All rights reserved. RadioShack and RadioShack.com are trademarks used by RadioShack Corporation.

08A08

20-108A

Printed in China

Using Dynamo Power

The radio has an internal rechargeable
battery pack that can be recharged
using the dynamo-crank.

1 Install the battery pack.
2 Switch BATTERY/DYNAMO to

DYNAMO .

3 Lift the crank and rotate

it in either direction. The
RECHARGING LED lights when
charging.

Charge time depends on cranking
rate and time. If turning the crank at
about 2 turns per second for about
90 seconds does not power the radio
for at least 15 minutes, replace the
rechargeable battery pack.

Replacing the Battery Pack

Your radio comes with an Ni-MH, 3.6V,
300 mAh battery pack or equivalent.
To replace the battery pack:

1 Remove the battery pack, then

unplug the connector.

2

Insert a new battery pack plug into
the connector, then place the batter

y

into the slot.

Installing Optional Batteries

Insert 3 AA batteries (optional; not
included) into the battery compartment
matching the marked polarity.

Using an Adapter

You can also power your radio with a
6V AC or DC adapter (not supplied)
connected to your radio’s DC 6V jack.

You must use a Class 2 power

source that supplies 6V DC and
delivers at least 300mA. Its center
tip must be set to positive and its
plug must fit your radio’s 6V jack.
Using an adapter that does not
meet these specifications could
damage your radio or adapter.

NOTE

Using the Radio

1 Turn the VOLUME knob to turn on

the radio and adjust the volume.

2 Use the BAND knob to select a

radio band.

3 Use the TUNING knob to tune to

a station.

• For best FM/WX reception, fully
extend the telescopic antenna.

• The radio has a built-in AM
antenna. Rotate your radio to
improve reception.

• To avoid radio interference, do not
charge your mobile phone while
listening to your radio.

NOTES

Weather Alert

Select the WX band to hear weather
alerts. During an alert, the ALERT LED
flashes, and the radio beeps if the WX
FUNCTION switch is set to ALERT. Switch
WX FUNCTION to VOICE to listen to the
weather band broadcasts.

Connecting Headphones

Connect headphones with a 1/8-inch
(3.5 mm) plug (not supplied) to the
jack. The speaker automatically mutes.

Charging Your Mobile Phone

1 Connect your mobile phone (not

included to the USB port on the
back of your radio using a USB
cable (not included) with a tip that
matches your phone (maximum
charging voltage and current
6V/250mA).

2 Slide the CELL PHONE CHARGE

switch to ON when charging, and
OFF when finished.

When charging your mobile phone,

be sure to connect the Ni-MH
rechargeable battery to your radio.

NOTE

Listening Safely and Traffic
Safety

To protect your hearing, follow these
earphone guidelines:

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

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

• After you set the volume, do not
increase it. Over time, your ears
adapt to the volume, so a level that
does not cause discomfort might
still damage your hearing.

• Do not wear earphones while
operating a motor vehicle or riding
a bicycle. This can create a traffic
hazard and is illegal in some areas.

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

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FCC Information

This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC 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
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

• 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.

If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC
requires that you stop using your radio. Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by RadioShack
may cause interference and void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.

Limited Warranty

This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects
in

material and workmanship under normal use for one (1) year from
the date of purchase from RadioShack 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 warranty
lasts or the exclusion 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 performance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced
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 usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation
or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess
voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided by a
RadioShack Authorized 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
300 RadioShack Circle, Fort Worth, TX 76102 12/99

Product: AM/FM/Weather Band

Emergency Crank Radio

Model: 20-108A

Responsible

Party:

RadioShack Corporation
300 RadioShack Circle
Fort Worth, TX 76102

Phone: [phone]

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