Cat. No. 20-226
OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
DX-396
AM/SW/FM Stereo PLL Portable Receiver
FEATURES
Your lightweight and compact RadioShack DX-396 AM/SW/FM-Stereo PLL Portable Receiver lets you choose from a wide variety of broadcasts on FM, AM, and SW (shortwave) bands. The 12 international SW bands let you tune in to the news and other programs from such sources as the British Broadcasting Company, Radio Cairo, and Radio Moscow, bringing the voices of the world to you.
Its features include:
Dual Clock — has a primary clock, which you can set to your local time, and a secondary clock, which you can set for another time zone.
Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) Synthesized Receiver — ensures accurate tuning.
Direct-Access Tuning — directly tunes to the desired frequency when you enter the frequency on the keypad.
Large, Fast-Response Display — shows the band, frequency, wave length (for SW), memory, battery, time, and other indicators.
Memory Tuning — stores up to 30 frequencies in memory (10 frequencies in each band) so you can easily tune to your favorite stations.
DX/Local Control — helps to reduce distortion of broadcasts.
Tone Control — lets you set the receiver to accentuate high or low frequency sounds.
Search Tuning — searches up or down the band for the next available station.
Memory Scan — scans the stored frequencies in each band’s memory.
LED Tuning Indicator — lights when the receiver tunes to a signal.
Shortwave Quick Select — allows you quick access to any of the 12 shortwave broadcast bands.
Key Lock — prevents you from accidentally turning the receiver on or off, changing the band or frequency, or changing other front-panel controls.
Alarm — sounds a buzzer or turns on the radio at a set time.
Sleep Timer — plays the radio for 90, 60, 30, or 15 minutes, then automatically turns it off.
Headphone Jack — lets you connect optional stereo headphones so you can listen privately and hear FM broadcasts in stereo.
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Three Power Options — let you power the receiver with internal batteries (not supplied), standard household AC power (using an optional AC adapter), or DC vehicle battery power (using an optional DC adapter).
Memory Backup — keeps the programmed stations in your receiver’s memory for about 30 seconds without batteries.
Frequency Step Switch — lets you set the correct frequency step for different countries.
12H/24H Clock Switch — lets you select a 12or 24-hour time display.
Folding Stand — securely positions the receiver at an angle.
Because this product is so versatile, please take a few moments to review this Owner’s Manual before you operate your receiver.
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CONTENTS |
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Preparation .............................................................................................................. |
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Connecting Power .............................................................................................. |
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Using Internal Battery Power ....................................................................... |
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Using AC Power ........................................................................................... |
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Using Vehicle Battery Power ........................................................................ |
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Setting the Time ................................................................................................. |
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Choosing the Time Format ........................................................................... |
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Setting the Primary Clock ............................................................................ |
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Setting the Secondary Clock ........................................................................ |
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Setting the AM/FM Tuning Increment ................................................................. |
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Using Stereo Headphones ................................................................................. |
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Listening Safely ............................................................................................ |
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Traffic Safety ................................................................................................ |
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Using the Folding Stand ..................................................................................... |
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Operation ............................................................................................................... |
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Listening to the Receiver .................................................................................. |
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Selecting the Band ..................................................................................... |
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Selecting the International Radio Frequency Band .................................... |
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Tuning to a Radio Station ........................................................................... |
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Using the Sensitivity Switch ....................................................................... |
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Using the Antenna ..................................................................................... |
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Storing Station Frequencies ............................................................................. |
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Erasing Stored Frequencies ............................................................................. |
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Listening Hints .................................................................................................. |
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International Broadcast Frequencies ................................................................ |
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Time Standard Frequencies ............................................................................. |
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Frequency Conversion ..................................................................................... |
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Special Features ................................................................................................... |
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Using the Key Lock ........................................................................................... |
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Using the Alarm ................................................................................................ |
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Setting the Alarm Time ............................................................................... |
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Turning the Alarm On/Off ........................................................................... |
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Using the Sleep Timer ...................................................................................... |
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Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... |
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The FCC Wants You to Know ........................................................................... |
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Specifications ........................................................................................................ |
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PREPARATION
CONNECTING POWER
You can power your receiver from:
•Internal battery power (two alkaline C batteries, not supplied).
•Standard household AC power (with an optional AC adapter).
•Vehicle battery power (with an optional DC adapter).
Using Internal Battery Power
To use battery power, you need two C batteries (not supplied). For the best performance and longest life, we recommend RadioShack alkaline batteries.
Cautions:
•Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.
•Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries.
Follow these steps to install batteries.
1.Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow and remove the cover.
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SIZE”C” x2 BATTERIES
2.Place the batteries in the compartment and on top of the attached ribbon, as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and –) marked outside the compartment.
3.Replace the cover.
When BATTERY flashes on the display or the receiver stops operating properly, replace the batteries.
Warning: Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not burn or bury them.
Caution: If you do not plan to use the receiver with batteries for a month, remove the batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that can destroy electronic parts.
Using AC Power
You can power the receiver using a 3V, 700-mA AC adapter, such as RadioShack Cat. No. 273-1756, and a size H Adaptaplug® (neither supplied). Both are available at your local RadioShack store.
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Cautions:
You must use a Class 2
!power source that supplies 3V DC and delivers at least
300 mA. Its center tip must be set to positive and its plug must fit the receiver's DC 3V jack. Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the receiver or the adapter.
•Always connect the AC adapter to the receiver before you connect it to AC power. When you finish, disconnect the adapter from AC power before you disconnect it from the receiver.
•If you disconnect power from the receiver for about 30 seconds, all information stored in memory will be lost. However, if you disconnect the AC adapter plug from the receiver’s DC 3V jack and have batteries installed, the memory stays intact.
Follow these steps to power the receiver from AC power.
1.Connect the Adaptaplug to the adapter’s cord with the TIP set to +POS.
2.Insert the barrel plug into the receiver’s DC 3V jack. This disconnects the internal batteries.
3.Plug the adapter into a standard AC outlet.
Using Vehicle Battery Power
You can power the receiver from a vehicle’s 12V power source (such as ciga- rette-lighter socket) using a 3V, 300-mA DC adapter and a size H Adaptaplug (neither supplied). Both are available at your local RadioShack store.
Cautions:
You must use a power
!source that supplies 3V DC and delivers at least 300
mA. Its center tip must be set to positive and its plug must fit the receiver's DC 3V jack. Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the receiver or the adapter.
•Always connect the DC adapter to the receiver before you connect it to the power source. When you finish, disconnect the adapter from the power source before you disconnect it from the receiver.
•If you disconnect power from the receiver for about 30 seconds, all information stored in memory will be lost. However, if you disconnect the DC adapter plug from the receiver’s DC 3V jack and have batteries installed, the memory stays intact.
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