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Radio Shack Chronosette-276 User Manual

Radio Shack Chronosette-276 User Manual

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Chronosette-276
The Chronosette-276 AM/FM Clock Radio offers you all the features of a
dual alarm clock, an AM/FM stereo radio, and a tape player/recorder in one
convenient package.
you can make live stereo recordings using the built-in microphone.
Other features include:
Lighted Dial - makes tuning easy, even in low light.
Fluorescent Digital Display - makes the clock easy to read.
Sleep Feature - plays the radio or tape for up to 59 minutes
Snooze Timer - temporarily silences the buzzer, radio, or
Back-Up Battery - keeps the clock and alarm running for up to
Battery Sentinel - lets you know when it is time to replace the
One Button Record - records with the press of a single button.
Full Auto-Stop - saves battery power and reduces tape wear by
Beat-Cut Switch - reduces interference when you record from a
External Antenna Terminals - let you connect an external FM antenna for
Variable Alarm Control - sets the alarm volume to a comfortable
(120-1584)
You can record from the radio in mono or stereo, or
Dual Alarm - lets you set two different alarm times.
before it automatically shuts off.
tape alarm so it sounds again in about
7 minutes.
8 hours if power is interrupted.
back-up battery.
turning off the motor and releasing the
tape-handling parts when the tape reaches
its end.
live AM radio broadcast.
optimum reception.
level.
Features
Faxback Doc. # 3767

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  • Page 1 (120-1584) Features Faxback Doc. # 3767 The Chronosette-276 AM/FM Clock Radio offers you all the features of a dual alarm clock, an AM/FM stereo radio, and a tape player/recorder in one convenient package. You can record from the radio in mono or stereo, or you can make live stereo recordings using the built-in microphone.

  • Page 2: Connecting To Ac Power

    INSTALLING THE BACK-UP BATTERY To keep the clock running in the event of an AC power failure, install a 9-volt battery. We recommend Radio Shack's Enercell battery Cat. No. 23-583. A fresh battery can keep the clock running for up to 8 hours and sound the alarm for up to 10 minutes if AC power fails.

  • Page 3: Connecting An External Fm Antenna

    Your local Radio Shack store has a complete line of external antennas to choose from. To connect an external FM antenna to the Chronosette-276, slightly loosen the 2 screw terminals and slide the antenna's spade lugs underneath the screw heads.

  • Page 4: Playing The Radio

    Notes: The Chronosette-276 has two antennas. The AM antenna is built in. Turn the Chronosette-276 to improve AM reception. For best FM reception, fully extend the telescoping antenna and adjust it to the position that provides the best reception. The FM indicator lights when you receive an FM stereo station.

  • Page 5: Cassette Operation

    To set the playing time for 59 minutes, release SLEEP. The radio automatically turns off after 59 minutes. To set the playing time for less than 59 minutes, hold down the SLEEP button.. Release SLEEP. CASSETTE OPERATION You can play a cassette, record from the radio, or make the live recordings.

  • Page 6: Recording With The Built-In Microphone

    Press STOP/EJECT to stop the tape. Press STOP/EJECT again to open the cassette compartment. Note: When the tape reaches the end, the Chronosette-276 automatically stops and releases the tape-handling parts. USING THE SLEEP FEATURE TO PLAY A CASSETTE TAPE Set the function selector to TAPE.

  • Page 7: Recording From The Radio

    Press STOP/EJECT again to open the cassette compartment door. Note: When the tape reaches the end, the Chronosette-276 automatically stops and releases the tape-handling parts. RECORDING FROM THE RADIO Follow these steps to record radio broadcasts. Set the function selector to RADIO.

  • Page 8: Setting An Alarm

    FWD or REV button to set the time. Release TIME SET. SETTING AN ALARM The Chronosette-276 has two alarms. You can set the alarms so the buzzer, radio, or tape player turn on at the specified times. Follow these steps to set ALARM 1.

  • Page 9: Using The Snooze Feature

    appropriate. At the set alarm time, the alarm, radio, or tape player sounds for 59 minutes, then automatically turns off. Note: The tape automatically stops if it reaches the end before the 59 minutes pass. You can manually silence the alarm before the 59 minutes pass as follows: Buzzer Alarm - set OFF/RADIO/ALARM to OFF, and then back to ALARM Radio Alarm - press RADIO OFF...

  • Page 10: Using Earphones

    You can quickly erase both sides of a cassette tape using a bulk eraser, available at your local Radio Shack store. Loosening Tape Tension If you play a cassette tape several times, the tape can become tightly wound on either hub.

  • Page 11: Listening Safely

    PHONES jack. Be sure you select earphones with a 1/8-inch plug. Your local Radio Shack store sells a wide variety of earphones. LISTENING SAFELY To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use earphones. Do not listen at extremely high volume levels.
  • Page 12 The Chronosette-276 AM/FM Stereo Clock Radio with Cassette Recorder is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for the Chronosette-276 so you can enjoy it for years. Keep the Chronosette-276 dry. If it does get wet, wipe it dry immediately.
  • Page 13 Chronosette-276 (120-1584) Specifications Faxback Doc. # 3772 RADIO Frequency Range..........FM: 88-108 MHz AM: 530-1710 MHz CASSETTE PLAYER Tape Speed............1 7/8 ips Erasing System..........Magnetic Erase Recording System...........AC Bias GENERAL Power Output............700mW Speaker..........3 1/2 Inch, 8 Ohm Permanent Dynamic Type Dimensions......13 5/8 x 4 1/3 x 5 11/16 Inches (HWD) Weight...............4 lbs...
  • Page 14 at 1400 kHz microV/M ACA at reference level at 1000 kHz dB AGC figure of merit IF rejection 600 kHz dB Image rejection at 1400 kHz dB Band-width at 6 dB down 4-10 Output, at 10% THD at 1000 kHz 5 mV/m, 1000 Hz, 30% Modulation Distortion at reference output...
  • Page 15 Frequency Coverage *87-109 88-108 10.7 +/-0.3 IHF Usable Sensitivity at 90 MHz microV at 98 MHz microV at 106 MHz microV Sensitivity for 50 dB S/N at 90 MHz microV at 98 MHz microV at 106 MHz microV S/N Ratio at 1 mV input FM Limiting, 3 dB, at 98 MHz...
  • Page 16 Clock Section Measurement Item Nominal Limit Minimum Clock operating voltage on Battery Back-up 7.0V 7.5V Minimum Alarm operating voltage on Battery Back-up 7.0V 7.5V Tape Section Measurement Item Input/Test Tape Nominal Limit Output Power at 1 kHz/channel 10% Distortion 8 ohm MTT-112BN 0.5W 0.45W...

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