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Optimus SCP-88 Owner's Manual

Optimus SCP-88 Owner's Manual

Auto-reverse stereo cassette player with 3-band equalizer and headphones
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14-1231.fm Page 1 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM
Cat. No. 14-1231
OWNER'S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
SCP-88
Auto-Reverse Stereo
Cassette Player
with 3-Band Equalizer
and Headphones

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  • Page 1 14-1231.fm Page 1 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM Cat. No. 14-1231 OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. SCP-88 Auto-Reverse Stereo Cassette Player with 3-Band Equalizer and Headphones...
  • Page 2 You can carry your SCP-88 with you, so you can listen to cassette tapes anywhere. Its features include: Auto-Reverse Play — automatically plays the other side of the tape when the side currently playing ends, for continuous playback.
  • Page 3 Removable Belt Clip — allows hands-free carrying so you can take the SCP-88 anywhere you go. Note: You need two AA batteries to power your SCP- Read this manual completely to learn about all the...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    14-1231.fm Page 4 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM CONTENTS Preparation ... 5 Installing Batteries ... 5 Connecting Headphones ... 7 Listening Safely ... 7 Traffic Safety ... 8 Connecting Optional Speakers ... 9 Using the Belt Clip ... 9 Cassette Operation ...

  • Page 5: Preparation

    14-1231.fm Page 5 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM PREPARATION INSTALLING BATTERIES You need two AA batteries to power the SCP-88. For the best performance and longest life, we recom- mend alkaline batteries, such as RadioShack Cat. No. 23-552. Follow these steps to install batteries.
  • Page 6 Notes: • If the sound gets weak or distorted, replace the batteries. • If you do not plan to use the SCP-88 for a week or more, remove the batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that corrode or damage electronic cir-...

  • Page 7: Connecting Headphones

    14-1231.fm Page 7 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM CONNECTING HEADPHONES Connect the supplied stereo headphones to the SCP-88’s jack for stereo sound. Then put on PHONE the headphones and adjust the headband for a snug fit. Listening Safely To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use headphones.

  • Page 8: Traffic Safety

    14-1231.fm Page 8 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM • Do not listen at extremely high volume levels. Extended high-volume listening can lead to per- manent hearing loss. • Once you set the volume, do not 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.

  • Page 9: Connecting Optional Speakers

    -inch mini plug to the jack. PHONE Your local RadioShack store sells a wide variety of amplified speakers. USING THE BELT CLIP The belt clip lets you keep your hands free while you listen to the SCP-88.
  • Page 10 14-1231.fm Page 10 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM To attach the belt clip, place it in the recessed area on the cassette player and slide it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place. If you need to remove the belt clip, push down on the...

  • Page 11: Cassette Operation

    14-1231.fm Page 11 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM CASSETTE OPERATION PLAYING A CASSETTE TAPE 1. Connect the SCP-88 to a pair of headphones or an amplified speaker system (see “Connecting Headphones” on Page 7 or “Connecting Optional Speakers” on Page 9).
  • Page 12 14-1231.fm Page 12 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM 4. With its open edge facing up, insert the cassette tape into the cassette guides. Note: With set to , position the tape DIRECTION with the full reel to the left. With , position the tape with the full reel to the right.
  • Page 13 14-1231.fm Page 13 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM 6. Press until it clicks. The entire cassette PLAY tape repeatedly plays. Notes: • The tape automatically plays the other side when the current side ends. To manually change the tape side, set other position.
  • Page 14 14-1231.fm Page 14 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM 7. Adjust to the desired listening level. VOLUME 8. Set for an enhanced bass BASS BOOST effect. Set it to for normal bass sound.
  • Page 15 14-1231.fm Page 15 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM 9. Use the 3-band equalizer to adjust the tone to the desired level (see “Using the 3-Band Equal- izer Controls” on Page 16). 10. To stop playback, press STOP...

  • Page 16: Using The 3-Band Equalizer Controls

    14-1231.fm Page 16 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM USING THE 3-BAND EQUALIZER CONTROLS You can adjust the 3-band equalizer controls to cus- tomize the SCP-88’s tone. TREB — increases or decreases the treble or higher frequency sounds MID — increases or decreases the mid-range sounds...

  • Page 17: Using Fast-Forward And Rewind

    14-1231.fm Page 17 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM USING FAST-FORWARD AND REWIND To fast-forward the tape, press (whichever is the same direction as the switch). To DIRECTION rewind the tape, press (whichever is the opposite direction of the switch). DIRECTION When the tape reaches the end, you must press to release...

  • Page 18: Tape Tips

    14-1231.fm Page 18 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM TAPE TIPS Tape Quality For the best performance, use only regular length (60- or 90-minute) cassette tapes. We do not recom- mend long-playing cassette tapes, such as C-120s, because they are extremely thin and can easily tan- gle in the playback mechanism.

  • Page 19: Cleaning The Tape-Handling Parts

    Dirt, dust, or particles of the tape’s coating can accu- mulate on the tape head and other parts that the tape touches. This can reduce the SCP-88’s performance. Follow these steps to clean the tape-handling parts after about every 20 hours of tape player operation.
  • Page 20 14-1231.fm Page 20 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM 4. Use a cotton swab dipped in denatured alcohol or tape head cleaning solution to clean the play- back head, pinch rollers, capstans and tape guides. 5. When you finish cleaning, press the compartment, then reinstall the batteries.

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    Player is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for the SCP-88 so you can enjoy it for years. • Keep the SCP-88 dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.

  • Page 22: Specifications

    14-1231.fm Page 22 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM SPECIFICATIONS Power Requirements ... 3 Volts DC Two AA Batteries (Cat. No. 23-552) Typical Cassette Playing Time with Two AA Alkaline Batteries ... 12 Hours (Approx.) Tape System ... 4-Track, Stereo Tape Speed ...
  • Page 23 14-1231.fm Page 23 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM NOTES...
  • Page 24 14-1231.fm Page 24 Friday, July 2, 1999 10:37 AM Limited Ninety-Day Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers.

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