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Summary of Contents for Optimus AM/FM Stereo Cassette
- Page 1 12-2001.fm Page 1 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 10:47 AM Cat. No. 12-2001 OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. AM/FM Stereo Cassette with Auto-Stop...
- Page 2 LO/DX Button — lets you select the the top of the stereo. tuner sensitivity for the best radio re- ception. Serial Number: ________________ © 1995 Tandy Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Optimus and Radio Shack are registered trademarks used by Tandy Corporation.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
12-2001.fm Page 3 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 10:47 AM CONTENTS Installation ....................... 4 Before You Begin the Installation..............4 Preparing the Mounting Area ............... 4 Routing Speaker Wire ................4 Making the Connections ................5 Using an Adapter Harness ..............5 Connecting Ground, Power, and Optional Components ...... -
Page 4: Installation
12-2001.fm Page 4 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 10:47 AM INSTALLATION BEFORE YOU BEGIN Preparing the Mounting Area THE INSTALLATION Before you mount the stereo, read Before you install your stereo, read through this “Installation” section to all the instructions in this owner’s make sure you have all the neces- manual. -
Page 5: Making The Connections
12-2001.fm Page 5 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 10:47 AM Using an Adapter Harness MAKING THE CONNECTIONS If you are replacing an existing stereo or if your vehicle has been factory- The supplied 14-pin wire harness in- wired for auto sound components, cludes all the lead wires you need to you might be able to use an adapter connect the stereo to ground, power,... -
Page 6: Testing The Power Connections
12-2001.fm Page 6 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 10:47 AM This connection powers the ste- • Your vehicle battery’s negative – reo when you turn on the ignition ) cable or turn the key to ACC, and turns off the stereo when you Then turn on your vehicle’s ignition. -
Page 7: Connecting Speakers
12-2001.fm Page 7 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 10:47 AM Connecting Speakers 2. Connect the gray/black wire to the right speaker’s negative ter- You can connect one pair of speak- minal. This terminal might be – ers to the stereo. marked with a minus sign ( ) or it might not be marked at all. -
Page 8: Testing The Connections
12-2001.fm Page 8 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 10:47 AM Testing the Connections Caution: Make sure you have se- After you verify that everything curely made all connections before works, make sure the connections continuing with the installation. are correctly marked or identified. Then follow instructions... -
Page 9: Mounting The Stereo
12-2001.fm Page 9 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 10:47 AM MOUNTING THE Note: If necessary, you can turn one or both shaft positioners STEREO 180° so they fit the mounting holes. Setting the Shaft Spacing 3. Tighten the shaft nuts on both shafts. - Page 10 12-2001.fm Page 10 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 10:47 AM c. Adjust the nuts on the shafts If necessary, bend the metal until the stereo’s front panel strap to fit your vehicle’s mount- lines up properly with the ing area. Then attach the other dashboard.
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Page 11: Operation
12-2001.fm Page 11 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 10:47 AM OPERATION PLAYING THE RADIO 3. Rotate to tune to the TUNING desired station. 1. If the stereo is off, turn ON.VOL- clockwise until it clicks to turn it on. Turn ON.VOLUME clockwise to increase the vol- counterclockwise decrease it. -
Page 12: Playing A Cassette
12-2001.fm Page 12 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 10:47 AM Notes: Follow these steps to play a cassette tape. • The STEREO indicator lights when broadcast 1. Take up any slack by turning the received in stereo (if cassette’s hub with your finger ST/MO not pressed in). -
Page 13: Listening Safely
12-2001.fm Page 13 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 10:47 AM Note: To fast-forward the current LISTENING SAFELY side, press halfway in until it F.F/EJ locks. The tape quickly winds. To To protect your hearing, follow these stop fast-forward, gently press F.F/EJ guidelines when you listen to your again. -
Page 14: Care And Maintenance
12-2001.fm Page 14 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 10:47 AM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Optimus AM/FM Stereo Cas- Modifying or tampering with the ste- sette with Auto-Stop is an example of reo’s internal components can cause superior design and craftsmanship. a malfunction and might invalidate The following suggestions will help your stereo’s warranty and void your you care for the stereo so you can... -
Page 15: Restoring Tape Tension And Sound Quality
12-2001.fm Page 15 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 10:47 AM RESTORING TAPE REPLACING THE FUSE TENSION AND SOUND If the stereo does not operate, you QUALITY might need to replace the red power wire’s fuse with the supplied spare After you play a cassette tape a few fuse. -
Page 16: Specifications
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. We Service What We Sell 9/94 RADIO SHACK A Division of Tandy Corporation Fort Worth, Texas 76102 Printed in Hong Kong...