Radio Shack 28-9 User Manual

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Cat. No. 16-420

OWNER’S MANUAL

Please read before using this equipment.

Model 28 9" Co lo r TV

with Built-In VHS VCR

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FEATURES

Your RadioShack Model 28 9" Color TV with Built-In VHS VCR combines a versatile color TV/monitor and a VCR in one space-saving cabinet. The supplied AC and DC power cords let you enjoy it in your home, office, car, RV, van, or boat — almost anywhere! The Model 28 receives TV programs and plays video tapes. It also records video tape s from TV programs or an audio/video source you connect to it.

Please read this owner’s manual carefully. It has been prepared to assist you with initial setup procedures and to guide y ou in the Model 28’s everyday operation.

Your Model 28 has these features.

Front Panel Video/Audio Input Jacks

— let you quickly connect an audio/video device such as a camcorder or video game without disconnecting other devices.

Bilin

ual On-Screen Menu

— displays instruc-

tions on the TV screen in English or Spanish.

179-Channel Capabilit Locked Loop) Tuner

, Digital PLL (Phase-

— offers a broad range of

viewing choices and a clear, sharp picture.

Tuner Memor

Programmin

— automatically stores all the active chann els in your area into memory. You can also manually program the tuner’s memory, making it easy to add new channels when you move th e Model 28 to another area, or delete channels you do not want.

Remote C ontro l

— provides remote access to

most of the tape-motion and TV controls.

Two-Wa

Power

— lets you powe r the Model 28 from standard AC power (with the supplied AC power cord) or your vehicle’s battery (with the supplied DC power cord).

Channel Return

— lets you quickly switch between broadcasts on two different channels by pressing a single button.

1-Year, 7-Event, Di

ital Timer

— lets you program the Model 2 8 to make up to s even unattended weekly, daily, or one-time recordings within a 1-year period.

Toda

Timer Recordin

— lets you easily

record one program within the next 24 hours.

Game Mode Settin

— lets you quickly set the Model 28 to the best video setting for viewing video games.

Automatic/Manual Trackin

— adjusts the tracking automatically for each tape you play. You can also adjust the tracking manually.

Automatic Pla

back/Rewind/Eject

— makes playback easy by automatically playing, rewinding, and ejecting a video cassette tape.

Sleep Timer

— lets you set the Model 28 to play for the amount of time you select, then automatically turn off.

Auto Repeat

— lets you set the Model 28 to automatically repeat a tape when, during playback, it reaches the end or a blank spot on the tape.

Rental Pla

— improves playback picture qual-

ity of worn tapes, such as rental tapes.

Dual-Speed Fast-Forward/Reverse with Visual Search and Time Search

— helps you easily find a selection on the tape, and lets you quickly move the tape through recorded material you want to skip.

Freeze-Frame

— lets you temporarily stop the

action and view a single frame.

Dew Protection System

28 by preventing VCR operation in very humid conditions.

— protects the Model

ital Tape Counter with Memor

select and return to a specific point on the tape.

RadioShack is a trademark used by Tandy Corporation.

— lets yo u

CAUTION

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Three Recording/Pla yback S pee ds — let you choose the best recording speed for the desired length and recording quality.

Earphone Jack — lets you connect an earphone (not supplied) to the Model 28.

Note: Y our Model 28’s remo te control requires two AA batteries (not included) for operation.

For your records, we recommend you record the serial number of the Model 28 here. The number is on the back panel.

Serial Number ______________________

Note: Most material performed in public, such as concerts, plays, and movies, or distributed on prerecorded video tapes, is copyrighted. The unauthorized recording or duplication of copyrighted material is a violation of the copyright laws of most countries and such duplication may result in fines and/or imprisonment. Note, however, that in the United States, it is not a violation of U.S. copyright laws for a c onsum er t o reco rd a broadcast television program for private (inhome) viewing.

Warning: To prevent fire or shock ha zard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT OPEN.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER -SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

This symbol i s intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the prod uct’s encl osure that mi ght be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Do not open the product’s case.

This symbol is intended to inform you that important operating and maintenance instructions

are included in the literature accompanying this product.

GROUND CLAM PS

NEC - NATI ON AL ELE CTRI CAL C ODE

EXAMPLE OF ANT ENNA GRO UNDING AS P ER

NATIONAL ELE CT RICAL CO DE

WIRE

DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

SERVICE EQUIPMENT

CLAMP

ANTENNA

LEAD IN

ANTENNA

POWER SERVICE GROUNDI NG

GROUND

ELECTRIC

FIGURE A

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS

Read instructions

instructions should be read before the appli-

— All the safety and operat-

ance is operated.

Retain In struction s

instructions should be retained for future ref-

— The safety and operat-

erence.

Heed Warnings

ance and in the operatin

— All warnin

instructions should be

s on the appli-

adhered to.

Follow Instructions

— All operatin

and use

instruct ions should be followed.

Cleaning

let before cleanin

— Unplu

TV/VCR from the wall out-

. Do not use liquid cleaners or

aerosol clea ners. Use a damp cloth for cleanin

Attachments

— Do not use attachments not recommended by the TV/VCR manufacturer as they may cause hazar ds.

Water and Moisture

— Do not use this TV/VCR near water-for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimmin

Accessories

— Do not place this TV/VCR on

pool.

an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The TV/VCR may fall, causin someone and serious dama

serious injury to

e to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the TV/VCR. Any mountin

of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mountin

accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven sur-

faces may cause an appliance and cart combination to overturn.

Ventilation

— Slots and openin

s in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the TV/ VCR and to protect it from overheatin openin openin

s must not be blocked or covered. The s should never be blocked by placin

. These

the TV/VCR on a bed, sofa, rug, or o ther s i m ilar surface.

This TV/VCR should never be placed near or

over a radiator or heat re

ister. This TV/VCR should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered t o.

Power Sources

10.

— This TV/VCR should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the markin

label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your hom e, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For TV/VCRs intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the operatin

Grounding and Polarizat ion

11. equipped with a polarized alternatin line plu other). This plu

instructions.

— This TV/VCR is

-current

(a plug having one blade wider than the

will fit into the power outl et only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plu

reversin fit, contact your electrician to replace your obso-

the plug. If the p lug should still fail to

fully into the outlet, try

lete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plu

Power-Cord Protection

12.

— Power-supply cords should be routed so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or a

ainst them, paying particular attention to

cords at plu

s, convenience receptacles, and

the point where they exit from the appliance.

Outdoor Antenna Grounding

13.

— If an outside antenna or cable sy stem is connected to t he TV/ VCR, be sure the antenna or cable system is

rounded so as to provide some protection

ainst voltage surges and built-up static

char

es. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper mast and supportin

structure, grounding of the

lead-in wire to an antenna dischar

rounding of the

e unit, size of

rounding conductors, location of antenna-dis-

char

e unit, connect ion to grounding electrodes, and requirements f or the

rounding electrode.

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Lightning

14. VCR receiver durin

— For added protection for this TV/

a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for l on time, u nplu

it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent dama power-line sur

Power Lines

15.

e to the TV/VCR due to lightning and

es.

— An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric li cuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installin

an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touchin with them mi

Overloading

16.

such power lines or circuits as contact

ht be fatal.

— Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

Object and Liquid Entry

17.

— Never push objects of any kind into this TV/VCR throu as they may touch dan

erous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the TV/VCR.

Servicing

18. VCR yourself as openin may expose you to dan hazards . Refer all s ervicin

— Do not attempt to service this TV/

or removing covers

erous voltage or other

to qualified service

personnel.

Damage Requiring Service

19.

— Unplu VCR from the wall outlet and refer servicin qualified service personnel under the followin conditions:

When the power- supply cord or plu

or frayed.

a. If liquid has been spilled or objects have

fallen into the TV/VCR.

b. If the TV/VCR has been exposed to rain or

water.

c. If the TV/VCR does not operate normally

by followin

the operating instru ctions. Adj ust only those controls that are covered by the operatin

instructions, as improper adjustment of other controls may result in dama and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the TV/VCR to its normal operation.

d. If the TV/VCR has been dropped or the

cabinet has been dama

ed.

periods of

ht or power cir-

h openings

this TV/

is damaged

e. When the TV/VCR exhibits a distinct

chan

e in performance — this indicates a

need for servi ce.

Replacement Parts

20.

— When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts, specified by the manufacturer, that have the same characteristics as the ori

inal part . Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, injury to persons or other hazards.

Safety Check

21.

— Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TV/VCR, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the TV/VCR is in proper operatin

condition.

Heat

22.

— This TV/VCR product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat re in

isters, stoves, or other products (includ-

amplifiers) that produce heat.

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OUTDOOR GROUNDING AND POWER LINES

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come into contact with power lines or circuits . When installing an out side ant enna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from coming into contact with power lines or ci rcuits; c ontac t with them might be fatal.

SERVICE

1. Except as note d i n t his owner’s manual, do not attempt to service this TV/VCR yourself. Instead, unplug it and contact a qualified service technician.

2. Be sure the service technician uses authorized replacement parts or their equivalents. Unauthorized parts may cause fire, electrical shock, or other hazards.

3. Following any service or repair, be sure the service technician performs safety checks to certify that your TV/VCR is in safe operating order.

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CONTENTS

BEFORE YOU BEGIN..................................................................................................................... 9

Accessories................................................................................................................................ 9

Moisture Condensation............................................................................................................ 10

Using This Manual ................................................................................................................... 10

CONNECTIONS............................................................................................................................. 11

Choosing a Location ................................................................................................................ 11

Connecting the Supplied Antenna ........................................................................................... 11

Connecting an Outdoor Antenna ............................................................................................. 12

Connecting to a Cable System ................................................................................................ 12

Cable Channel Designations............................................................................................. 13

Connecting an External Device................................................................................................ 13

Connecting Power. ................................................................................................................... 13

Using the AC Power Cord................................................................................................. 13

Using the DC Power Cord................................................................................................. 14

Connecting an Optional Earphone.. ......................................................................................... 14

Listening Safely................................................................................................................. 14

SETUP............................................................................................................................................ 15

Front Panel .............................................................................................................................. 15

Remote Control.................. ................ ................. ................ .......... ................ ................. .......... 15

Installing Batteries............................................................................................................. 1 6

Using the Remote Control................................................................................................. 16

Setting the On-Screen Programming Language...................................................................... 17

Changing the On-Screen Programming Language........................................................... 17

Changing the Channels Stored in Memory........................................................................ 18

Adding/Erasing Channels ................................................................................................. 18

Selecting the Input Signal ...... ................... .............. ................... ................... ................... ........ 18

Setting the Clock...................................................................................................................... 19

BASIC TV OPERATION................................................................................................................. 2 0

Selecting Channels.................................................................................................................. 20

Viewing TV............. ................ ................. ................ .......... ................. ................ ...................... 20

Adjusting the Picture................................................................................................................ 2 0

Using Mute............................................................................................................................... 21

Using Channel Return.............................................................................................................. 21

Viewing an External Device..................................................................................................... 21

BASIC VCR OPERATION.............................................................................................................. 22

Loading a Video Tape.............................................................................................................. 22

Playing a Video Tape............................................................................................................... 22

Automatic Rewind/Eject..................................................................................................... 22

Changing the Tape’s Direction/Varying the Playback Speed................................................... 23

Visual Search .................................................................................................................... 2 3

Freeze-Frame .................................................................................................................... 23

Fast-Forward/Rewind........................................................................................................ 23

Tracking ................................................................................................................................... 23

Auto Tracking..................................................................................................................... 23

Adjusting the Tracking Manually.... .................................................................................... 23

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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS.................................................................................................................. 24

Things You See..... ................. ......... ................. ................ ................. ................ .......... ............. 24

On-Screen Displays .......................................................................................................... 24

Function Indicators............................................................................................................ 24

Using the Sleep Timer.............................................................................................................. 24

Using the Game Mode............................................................................................................. 25

Using the Counter.................................................................................................................... 25

Using Counter Return............................. ..... .. ..... .. ..... ..... ..... .... ..... ..... .. ..... .. ..... .. ..... ..... .. .... 25

Using Time Search................................................................................................................... 26

Using Automatic Repeat Playback........................................................................................... 26

Improving Playback of Older (Worn)/Damaged Tapes............................................................. 27

RECORDING ................................................................................................................................. 28

General Info r mation............... ......... ................. ................ ................. ......... ................. ............. 28

Recording/Playback Speeds ............................................................................................. 28

Tape Selection................................................................................................................... 28

Erase Prot ec tion................ ......... ................. ................. ................ ................. ......... ........... 28

Immediate Recording............................................................................................................... 29

One-Touch Recording (OTR)................................................................................................... 29

OTR Hints........................ ......... ................. ................ ................. ......... ................. ............. 30

Automatic Timer Recording (Timer Numbers 1-7)................................................................... 30

Setting the Automatic Timer.............................................................................................. 31

Checking/Changing Automatic Timers..................................................... .. ....... .......... ...... 32

Clearing an Automatic Timer ............................................................................................. 33

Today Timer Recording (Timer Number 8)................................... ....... ....... ..... ....... .. .......... ...... 33

Setting the Today Timer..................................................................................................... 33

Checking/Changing the Today Timer ................................................................................ 34

Clearing the Today Timer .................................................................................................. 34

Timer Recording Hints ............................................................................................................. 35

Dubbing (Copying) a Tape................................. .. ....... .......... ....... .. .......... ....... .. ....... .......... ...... 35

Connecting a Dubbing Source .......................................................................................... 35

Dubbing a Tape................................................................................................................. 36

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ............ ......... ................. ................ ................. ......... ................. ...... 37

Troubleshooting Guide......................................................................................................... .... 37

Care and Maintenance............................................................................................................. 39

The FCC Wants You to Know........... ................. ......... ................. ................. ................ ........... 40

Replacing the DC Power Cord’s Fuse..................................................................................... 40

Servicing Your Model 28..................................................................... ....... ....... ..... ....... ....... .... 41

Cleaning the Video Heads.......................................................................... ....... ..... ....... .... 41

Storing Video Cassettes ...................................... ....... ..... ....... ....... ..... ....... ....... ....... ..... ....... .... 41

Degaussing.............................................................................................................................. 41

SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................................................... 42

POWER

MUTE

EJECT

123

456

789

0 +100

VOL

MONITOR

SLEEP

CHANNEL RETURN

SELECT

ADD/

DELETE

C.RESET C.MEMORY

REWIND PLAY F.FWD

RECORD STOP PAUSE/STILL

SPEED

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

ACCESSORIES

Your Model 28 includes the following ac cessories. Be sure you have all of these i tems before you store the packing material.

Remote Control

— controls most of

your Model 28’s functions.

UHF/VHF Dipole Antenna

— provides adequate reception in most metropolitan areas.

AC Power Cord

— lets you power the

Model 28 from standard AC power.

DC Power Cord

— lets you power the

Model 28 from your vehicle’s battery.

300-to-75-ohm Matchin

Transformer

— lets you connect a 300-ohm antenna lead to your Model 28’s

ANT.

termi n al.

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MOISTURE CONDENSATION

Condensation inside th e Model 28’s VCR can cause tape jams or video head damage. When the Model 28’s automatic dew sensor senses moisture, the Model 28 will not play a tape.

DEW

If move your Model 28 from a cold area to a warm one, unplug the Model 28 a nd le t it sit f or abou t 2 hours, or until you plug it in. This allows complete evaporation of any moisture inside the Model 28.

DEW

appears on the TV screen and

appears on the TV screen, or when you

DEW

no longer appears when

USING THIS MANUAL

This manual i s organized i nto these m ajor s ections.

• “Connections” on Page 11 — describes the connections required to begin using your Model 28.

• “Setup” on Page 15 — includes procedures for preparing and using the remote control, setting the on-screen programming language, selecting the input signal, setting the clock, and storing channels.

• “Basic TV Operation” o n Page 20 explains how to select channels, watch TV using the Model 28’s tuner, adjust the picture, mute the sound, use the channel return feature, and view an external device.

• “Basic VCR Operation” on Page 22 — explains how to load and pla y a video t ape, use the Model 28’s visual search and freeze-frame features, fast-forward and rewind a tape, and adjust the tracking manually.

• “Special Functions” on Page 24 — describes the things y ou see on t he Model 28’s TV screen, h ow to use the Model 28’s sleep timer, game mode, counter, time search, and automatic repeat playback functions, and improve playback of old or damaged video tapes.

• “Recording” on Page 28 — describes the different types of recordings and gives instructions for making each.

• “Additional Information” on Page 37 — includes a troubleshooting section, care and maintenance procedures, FCC information, procedures for replacing the DC power cord’s fuse, i nformation on servicing your Model 28, cleaning the Model 28’s video heads, storing video cassettes, and degaussing.

• “Specifications” on Page 42 — lists the Model 28’s specifications.

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CONNECTIONS

Before using your Model 28 for the first time, read through this entire section to determine which connections best m eet your needs. Then follow the directions for com pl eting t he c onnections.

Notes:

• You can connect many different types of audio/video systems such as a stereo receiver/amplifier, a satellite receiver, or a combination of a cable system and outside antenna to your Model 28. These connections might require additional supplies that are available from your local RadioShack store.

• Disconnect powe r from the M odel 28 when making connections. Do not connect the Model 28’s power cord (AC or DC) until you complete all other connections.

CHOOSING A LOCATION

Choose a location for your Model 28 where:

• Air flows freely on all sides of the Model 28.

• The power cord (AC or DC) is not in the way of normal traffic.

CONNECTING THE SUPPLIED ANTENNA

Follow these steps to conne ct the supplied a ntenna.

DC 12V

AC 120V

ANT.

IN OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

AUDIO VIDEO

1. Insert the antenna ’s post into the s ock et on top of the Model 28’s cabinet.

2. Connect both sides of the antenna’s cable to the supplied 300-to-75-ohm matching transformer.

3. Plug the 300-to-75-ohm matching transformer into the Model 28’s

ANT.

4. Fully extend the antenna and adjust it for the best VHF reception.

ANT.

OUT

terminal.

Note:

To improve UHF reception, shorten the

antenna.

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CONNECTING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA

The supplied antenna provides good reception in most areas. But, for the best recept i on in al l areas, use a high-quality outdoor antenna, available at your local RadioShack store.

• If the antenna us es 75-ohm coaxial cable, connect the antenna’s cable direct ly to the Model 28’s

DC 12V

AC 120V

• If the antenna uses 300-ohm cable, use the supplied 300-to-75-ohm matching transformer to make the connection.

ANT.

terminal.

ANT.

AUDIO VIDEO

OUT

ANT.

IN OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

CONNECTING TO A CABLE SYSTEM

Note to the CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to ca ll the CA TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-4 0 of the National Electrical Code that 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.

To receive cable channel s, connect the Model 28 to your local cable system as foll ows.

Caution:

rect connections to cable wires (connections that do not go through the cable box). Check the laws in your area before making any connections.

If you do not receive scrambled channels

you can connect the cable directly to the Model 28’s

Some areas have laws restricting di-

ANT.

termi nal.

• If you have sepa rate VHF and UHF antennas, connect the antenn a cables to a s plitter/combiner (such as RadioShack Cat. No. 15-1296). Then connect the splitter/combiner’s output to the

DC 12V

AC 120V

ANT.

IN OUT AUDIO

VIDEO

ANT.

OUT

AUDIO VIDEO

ANT.

terminal.

Refer to your antenna’s installation instructions for additional information.

DC 12V

AC 120V

ANT.

IN OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

AUDIO VIDEO

If you receive scrambled channels

ANT.

OUT

, you must connect the cable to the cable converter box, then connect the cable converter box to the Model 28’s

ANT.

terminal.

Set the Model 28 to the cable box’s output channel (3 or 4) and use the cable b ox to select the channel.

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Cable Channel Designations

Your Model 28 c an receiv e up to 125 c able channels, displayed as 1-125. Channels 2-13 are the same for VHF and cable TV, and cable companies usually number them as they appear on the TV screen. For other channels, the cable service’s channel designations might not match the channel nu mb ers that appear on t he T V sc reen.

For more information, contact your cable company. You still might have t o experiment to determine the proper cable channel designations for your cable system.

CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE

You can connect another audio/video device that has audio/video outputs, such as a VCR, camcorder, or satellite receiver, to the Model 28 so you can view the source’s output on the Model 28. You can also connect a device that has audio/video inputs, such as a TV/monitor or VCR, to the Model 28 so you can view or record the Model 28’s output on the device.

Always use video-quality shield ed cables

Note:

with phono connectors. Do not use standard audio patch cords.

Note:

If you connect external devices to both sets of audio/video input jacks on your Model 28, the

VIDEO INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

and

jacks on

the front of the Model 28 have priority. To connect an audio/video device’s inputs to the

Model 28, c onnect the

OUT

jacks on the back of the Model 28 to the

AUDIO OUT

and

VIDEO

corresponding audio and video input jacks on the audio/video device.

To view the signals from the Model 28 on

Note:

a TV/monitor, set the TV/monitor to its video mode.

CONNECTING POWER

Using the AC Power Cord

Warning:

has a polarized plug. To prevent blade exposure, be sure the blades fit fully and easily into the outlet. If you do not have a polarized outlet , have a qualified electrician install one before you use the Model 28.

Plug the supplied AC powe r cord’s smaller end into the Model 28’s plug the other end into a standard AC outlet.

For your protection, the power cord

AC 120V

connector. Then

To connect an audio/video device’s outputs to the Model 28, connect the device’s video and audio outputs to the corresponding

AUDIO IN

and or the

jacks on the back of the Model 28,

VIDEO INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

and

VIDEO IN

jacks on

the front of the Model 28.

INPUT

OUT

[Source (

ANT.

DC 12V

AC 120V

ANT.

IN OUT AUDIO

VIDEO

AUDIO VIDEO

Audio/Video adapter c

REC

TIMER REC

P/N b r O q a Y X

MONITOR

RECORD

POWER REWSTOP/EJECT PLAY F.FWD

VOLUME CHANNEL

OTR

VIDEOAUDIO

VIDEO AUDIO

DC 12V

AC 120V

DC 12V

AC 120V

ANT.

IN OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

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Using the DC Power Cord

To power the Model 28 from your vehicle’s battery, plug the supplied DC power cord’s sm all plug into the Model 28’s the other end into the vehicle’s c igarette-lighter socket.

DC 12V

AC 120V

Cautions:

• Do not operate your Model 28 while driving.

• Use only the supplied DC power cord.

• Make sure the ring on the tip of the cigarette-lighter socket is securely screwed in before you insert it into the vehicle’s cigarette-lighter socket.

DC 12V

AC 120V

jack. Then plug

ANT.

IN OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

T o Cigarette-Lighter Socket

• The fuse supplied with the DC power cord helps protect y our vehicle’s electrical system and the Mode l 28. For information about replacing the fuse, see “Replacing the DC Power Cord’s Fuse” on Page 40.

CONNECTING AN OPTIONAL EARPHONE

To view a video tape or TV program without disturbing others, plug an earphone w ith a plug (not supplied) into the Model 28’s

PHONE

jack. This mutes the M odel 28’s speaker. Your local RadioShack store sells a wide selection of earphones.

EARPHONE

HOME AUTO TWO WAY POWER

/8-inch

EAR-

MODEL 28

• Be sure the cigarette-lighter socket is free of ashes and other debris.

• Always plug the DC power cord into the Model 28 before you plug it into the cigarette-lighter socket. Always unplug it from the cigarette-lighter socket before you unplug it from the Model 28.

• If you use the Model 28 with the vehicle’s engine turned off, protect the vehicle’s battery from completely discharging by running the engine for a few minutes. Unplug the DC power cord as soon as you finish using the Model 28.

Notes:

• When the DC power cord is plugged in,

the AC power cord is automatically disconnected. To use the Model 28 with AC power, disconnect the DC power cord from the Model 28.

Listening Safely

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

• Set the volume to the lowes t setting befo re you begin listening. After you put on the earphone, 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 no t 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.

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