Two-Way Personal Radio
(210-1812)                 Preparation                Faxback Doc. # 49992

INSTALLING BATTERIES

Your radio uses three AA batteries (not supplied) for power.  We recommend
alkaline batteries, such as RadioShack Cat. No. 23-552.  You can also use
rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries (Cat. No. 23-125 or 23-149).  Before
you use nickel-cadmium batteries, you must charge them (see "Charging
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries", below).

Follow these steps to install batteries.

1.  Be sure the radio is off, then pull down the latch at the bottom of
    the radio and remove the battery compartment cover.

2.  Use a pointed object such as a pen to set CHRG inside the compartment
    to OFF (for alkaline batteries) or ON (for nickel-cadmium batteries).

    WARNING:  Never set CHRG to ON if you use non-rechargeable batteries.
              Non-rechargeable batteries can get hot or explode if you try
              to recharge them.

3.  Install the batteries as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -)
    inside the compartment.  Then replace the cover.

    CAUTION:  Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of
              batteries.

The radio's range decreases as battery power decreases.  For the longest
range, keep fresh batteries installed in the radio.  When (battery symbol)
flashes, replace (or recharge) the batteries.

Charging Nickel-Cadmium Batteries

You can recharge nickel-cadmium batteries while they are in the radio.
Set CHRG to ON, install the nickel-cadmium batteries in the radio, and
connect an external AC or DC adapter to the radio's DC 9V jack (see
"Connecting an AC Adapter", below or "Connecting a DC Adapter", below).

WARNING:  Do not connect either adapter to the radio if non-rechargeable
          batteries (such as alkaline batteries) are installed and CHRG is
          set to ON, or if you are unsure of the switch's position.
          Non-rechargeable batteries can get hot or explode if you try to
          recharge them.

Before using nickel-cadmium batteries for the first time, charge them for
at least 10 hours to bring them to a full charge.  Discharged batteries
take about 10 to 18 hours to fully recharge.  If you use the radio while
the batteries are charging, charging takes longer.

Notes:  Nickel-cadmium batteries last longer and deliver more power if you
        occasionally let them fully discharge by using the radio until
        (battery symbol) flashes.

        To prevent damage to nickel-cadmium batteries, never charge them
        in an area where the temperature is above 113 degrees F (45
        degrees C) or below 40 degrees F (4.4 degrees C).

IMPORTANT:  At the end of a rechargeable 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.
            Some options that might be available are: municipal curb-side
            collection, drop-off boxes at retailers such as your local
            RadioShack store, recycling collection centers, and mail-back
            programs.

Connecting an AC Adapter

You can charge the radio from a standard AC outlet using an optional AC
adapter (such as Cat. No. 273-1665).

WARNING:  Do not use an AC adapter's polarized plug with an extension
          cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully
          inserted to prevent blade exposure.

CAUTIONS:  The recommended AC adapter supplies 9 volts and delivers at
           least 300 milliamps.  It has a barrel plug with a center
           negative tip that correctly fits the radio's DC 9V jack.  Using
           an adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage
           the radio or the adapter.

           To protect your radio and AC adapter, always plug the adapter
           into the radio before you plug it into the AC outlet, and
           always unplug the adapter from the AC outlet before you unplug
           it from the radio.

           Make sure CHRG inside the battery compartment is set to ON and
           nickel-cadmium batteries are installed (see "Installing
           Batteries", above).

1.  Plug the adapter's 3.4 mm outside diameter/1.3 mm inside diameter
    barrel plug into your radio's DC 9V jack.

2.  Plug the other end of the adapter into a standard AC outlet.  The
    CHARGE indicator lights.

Connecting a DC Adapter

You can charge the radio from your vehicle's cigarette-lighter socket
using an optional DC adapter, such as Cat. No. 270-1560 or 273-1810.

CAUTIONS:  The recommended DC adapter supplies 9 volts and delivers at
           least 300 milliamps.  It has a barrel plug with a center
           negative tip that correctly fits the radio's DC 9V jack.  Using
           an adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage
           the radio or the adapter.

           To protect your vehicle's electrical system, always plug the
           adapter into the radio before you plug it into your vehicle's
           cigarette-lighter socket.  Always unplug the adapter from the
           vehicle's cigarette-lighter socket before you unplug it from
           the radio.

           Make sure CHRG inside the battery compartment is set to ON and
           nickel-cadmium batteries are installed (see "Installing
           Batteries", above).

1.  Set the adapter's voltage switch to 9V.

2.  Connect the 3.4 mm outer diameter/1.3 mm inner diameter tip to the
    adapter cord, matching TIP to -.

3.  Plug the adapter's barrel plug into your radio's DC 9V jack.

4.  Plug the other end of the adapter into your vehicle's cigarette
    lighter socket.  The CHARGE indicator lights.

Note:  If the radio does not charge properly, unplug the adapter from the
       cigarette-lighter socket and clean the socket to remove ashes and
       debris.

ATTACHING THE BELT CLIP

Use the supplied belt clip to take your radio along when you are on the
go.  Use a coin or screwdriver to screw the belt clip to the radio, then
slide the clip over your belt or waistband.

CONNECTING AN OPTIONAL MICROPHONE/SPEAKER

To use the radio privately, connect an optional headset with microphone
(such as Cat. No. 19-312) or microphone and earphone communication headset
(such as Cat. No. 19-316) into the SP and MIC jacks.

This connection automatically disconnects the internal speaker and the PTT
button.

Or, you can connect a mono earphone (such as Cat. No. 33-175) into the SP
jack and use the radio's PTT button as usual.

(EB 10/07/98)