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Radio Shack 120-2157 User Manual
Radio Shack 120-2157 User Manual

Radio Shack 120-2157 User Manual

Am/fm/cd weather band car stereo

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AM/FM/CD Weather Band Car Stereo
(120-2157)
Your RadioShack AM/FM/CD Weather Band Car Stereo has many practical, easy
to use features, and you can install it in almost any vehicle.
stereo's detachable flat-face control panel lets you quickly remove it to
protect against theft.
store strong local stations into a separate travel memory.
Memory tuning, seek and scan tuning, and FM optimizer circuitry all help
make your stereo's operation quick and easy to help you drive safely.
CAUTION:
Do not change your stereo's settings in heavy traffic or during
hazardous driving conditions.
CD Player:
10-Track Programmable - lets you program up to 10 tracks from the
Audible Search - lets you rapidly play a CD in either
Track Intro Scan - lets you scan and play the first 10 seconds
Shuffle Play - lets you randomly select and play tracks from
Repeat Play - automatically repeats the current track.
Track Skip - lets you advance play to the next track or go
AM/FM Stereo with Weather Band:
Built-In Weather Band with - lets you receive up-to-date weather reports
7 Preset Stations
Phase-Lock-Loop (PLL) - provides the highest accuracy.
Quartz Synthesizer Tuning
30 Memory Preset Stations - lets you quickly store and tune up to 30 of
Features
The automatic travel programming feature lets you
Memory
loaded disc into memory for playback.
direction to locate a desired section of a
track.
of each track on a compact disc so you can
decide whether to play or skip a track.
the loaded CD.
back to the previous track.
from the National Weather Service.
Faxback Doc. # 58421
The

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Summary of Contents for Radio Shack 120-2157

  • Page 1 AM/FM/CD Weather Band Car Stereo (120-2157) Your RadioShack AM/FM/CD Weather Band Car Stereo has many practical, easy to use features, and you can install it in almost any vehicle. stereo's detachable flat-face control panel lets you quickly remove it to protect against theft.
  • Page 2 with Preset Scan Last Station Memory - automatically returns to the last station Automatic Travel - lets you automatically store the first 6 Programming Automatic Seek and Manual - lets you "tune-in" radio stations two ways, Tuning Preset Memory Scan - scans all stations stored in memory, playing Advanced FM Optimizer - automatically adjusts the tuner's stereo Circuitry General:...
  • Page 3 Preset Equalizer - lets you easily set the tone to your favorite Fader Control - lets you balance the relative output level of Pre-Amp Outputs - allows easy connection to external power This stereo is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. meets FCC requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S.
  • Page 4 AM/FM/CD Weather Band Car Stereo (120-2157) Before you Begin the Installation Before you install your stereo, read all the instructions in this owner's manual. You should be able to answer all of these questions about your vehicle's electrical and sound system.
  • Page 5 If you install speakers, avoid routing the speaker wires near moving parts or sharp edges. You can usually route them along the wiring channel beneath the vehicle's door facings by carefully removing the molding that holds the carpet in place. molding.
  • Page 6 connections in the order shown, damage to the stereo is possible if any wire connections are made incorrectly. You must connect a separate wire to each speaker terminal as described in the following procedure. or chassis ground for any speaker connection. Using an Adapter Harness If you are replacing an existing stereo, or if your vehicle has been factory-wired for auto sound components, you might be able to use an...
  • Page 7 optional equipment, designed to run from a switched source, that you want the stereo to turn on and off (such as a booster or a power antenna). Cut the loop at the end and strip about 1/2 inch of insulation for connection. Note: This wire does not provide power to the components.
  • Page 8 terminal. Connecting the Antenna Connect the vehicle's antenna cable to the antenna jack on the back of the stereo. Completing and Testing the Connections Make sure you have securely made all other connections, then plug the harness' connector into the stereo's 14-pin wiring socket. cable to the vehicle's negative (-) battery terminal.
  • Page 9 Remove the control panel, then store it in the supplied carry case. CAUTION: To keep the metal connecting pins clean, do not touch the connecting pins in the recess or on the back of the control panel. Mounting the Stereo Be sure you verify that the stereo is connected properly (see "Completing and Testing the Connections"...
  • Page 10 Panel" above). Note: You might need to reset the stereo's clock after you reconnect the cable to the vehicle battery. Removing the Stereo From the Dash If you want to remove the stereo from the dash, follow these steps. Disconnect the cable from your vehicle's negative (-) battery terminal.
  • Page 11 AM/FM/CD Weather Band Car Stereo (120-2157) Turning the Stereo ON and OFF To turn on the stereo, press PWR. last station and band selected. Setting the Clock Display format Your stereo's clock is factory set to display the time in a 12-hour format.
  • Page 12 The stereo is factory set to display the clock as a default. steps to change the default display: Turn the stereo off and leave the vehicle's ignition on. Hold down DISP for about 2 seconds. Within 5 seconds, press 2 RPT until the desired display - FRE (Frequency) or CLK (Clock) - appears.
  • Page 13 To return to normal sound, hold down SEL/LD until LOUD disappears. Playing the Radio Press BAND to select the desired band. band is selected. selected. Tune to the desired station in one of the following ways: Manual Tuning - Hold down BAND until MANU appears. (or hold down) TUNE/SEEK >...
  • Page 14 FM1, FM2, and FM3). Tune to the station you want to store either by Manual or Auto-Seek Tuning. To store the station's frequency, press one of the memory preset buttons (1-6) for at least 2 seconds. M (Memory), the selected memory number, and the frequency of the station appear.
  • Page 15 Using the Weather Band To access the weather band channel at any time, press WB (Weather Band) once. The tuner automatically tunes to the strongest weather band station. To return to the CD or tuner, press WB again. CD Player Operation CAUTIONS: Play only CDs that have this mark on them: COMPACT...
  • Page 16 Note: See "Adjusting the Sound" above for information about changing the stereo's other settings. To pause the player, press MUTE ||>. again to resume play. Repeatedly press < or > to search for a track. number appears. To advance play at high speed to locate a particular section of a track, hold down >...
  • Page 17 Scanning The Tracks You can set the CD player to play the first 10 seconds of each track on the loaded CD, so you can find the track you want to hear. To begin scanning, press 3 INTRO. INTRO again to resume normal play. Program Play Your CD player can store up to 10 tracks in memory for programmed playback.
  • Page 18 auxiliary signal source. Repeatedly press MODE. The stereo switches from the CD player to the AUX input, to the radio, back to the CD player.
  • Page 19 AM/FM/CD Weather Band Car Stereo (120-2157) To enjoy your RadioShack AM/FM/CD Weather Band Car Stereo for a long time: Keep the stereo dry. Use and store the stereo only in normal temperature environments. Handle the stereo gently and carefully. Keep the stereo away from dust and dirt.
  • Page 20: Responsible Party

    If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop using your stereo. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by RadioShack may cause interference and void the user's authority to operate the equipment. FCC Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 21 Disconnect the cable from your vehicle's negative (-) battery terminal. To open either fuse holder, unlatch the two latches on the fuse holder until it springs apart. Slide off the metal holder on each end of the fuse and remove the fuse.
  • Page 22 AM/FM/CD Weather Band Car Stereo (120-2157) Specifications Faxback Doc. # 58425 Radio: FM (Nominal) ... AM (Nominal) ... Weather Band Frequency Range: ... 88-108 MHz ... 530-1710 kHz ... 162.4-162.55 kHz Frequency Response: .. 50-15 kHz ... 50-2.3 kHz ... - - - - - - - - IF Rejection: ...
  • Page 23 Error Correction: ... CIRC Number of Channels: ... 4-Channel Stereo General: Power Source: ... 12 VDC Negative Ground Speaker Output Impedance: ... 4 Ohms Power Output (RMS): ... 22 Watts x 4 CH Chassis Size (HWD): 1-15/16 x 6-11/16 x 5-7/8 Inches (50 x 178 x 150 mm) Weight: ...