Ryobi R18R Original Instructions Manual page 5

INSTALLING/REMOVING AAA BATTERIES
See page 144.
It is advisable to write down saved channels before
replacing the AAA batteries.
There is a 15-second time frame for replacing the AAA
batteries. If the batteries are not replaced within 15
seconds, the product will lose all settings previously stored
in memory, and they will require reprogramming.
Always use new alkaline batteries for replacement.
1. Remove the battery pack, if installed.
2. Loosen the screw in the battery door. Remove the door
and set aside.
3. Install two new AAA batteries according to polarity
indicators inside the battery compartment.
NOTE: Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix
alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable
(nickel-cadmium) batteries.
4. Replace the battery cover and tighten screw to secure.
INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY PACK
See page 145.
To install battery pack:
1. Place the battery pack in the product, aligning the rib
on the battery pack with the groove in the battery port.
2. Make sure the latches on the battery pack snap into
place and the battery pack is secured to the product
before beginning operation.
3. Depress the latches to remove the battery pack.
NOTE: Always remove battery pack from radio when not
in use.
FOLD-DOWN FLEXIBLE ANTENNA
To decrease interference or electrical noise, extend the
antenna or move the product to a higher elevation. The
antenna folds down and out of the way when not in use.
CONTROL PANEL
Frequency modulation mode
Amplitude modulation mode
Auxiliary mode, allows another audio
storage device or player to connect to
product
Allows wireless communication
between the product and another
Bluetooth-enabled device
Press to change clock settings, mode
display
Press to store/ preset FM/AM
frequencies in memory
Press to turn on and off the product
To select mode: FM, AM or AUX,
disconnect the product from the paired
device
To adjust the volume or to set the time
when in clock mode
For automatic scan of available FM or
AM frequencies
LCD DISPLAY
When a battery pack is installed and the product is in the
ON position, the LCD display will show the time, frequency,
mode, and settings. When the battery pack is removed and
AAA batteries are installed, the LCD display will display the
time only.
NOTE: The illustrations of the LCD display shown in the
manual are only examples of the frequencies you may see
on your radio and are not the exact frequencies that you
may choose to listen to.
MENU NAVIGATION BUTTONS
Use the menu navigation buttons to turn the product on
and off, control the volume, change frequencies, toggle
between modes and set the time.
TURNING THE PRODUCT ON AND OFF
See page 146.
■ Press to turn the product on and off.
NOTE: When the product is on and a battery pack is
installed, the battery symbol will be shown in the LCD
display. If the battery charge is low, a flashing low battery
indicator will be displayed.
MODE SELECTION
See page 146.
■ Press to cycle through available modes.
There are four modes to choose from:
■ FM mode
■ AM mode
■ AUX mode
■ BLUETOOTH mode
NOTE: When turned on, the product will return to the last
mode that was used if the battery was not disconnected.
In the event power is lost to the product, the display will
default to FM mode.
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME
See page 146.
When the product is turned on, the product will return to the
last volume setting used.
■ To increase the volume, press
■ To decrease the volume, press
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