Radio Shack 21-1679 A manual Using AC Power, Battery Notes

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the polarity marks (+ and –). Snap the halves of the case together to close it.

3.Slide the battery case onto the CB radio until it clicks. The battery case fits onto the CB radio only one way. Do not force it.

Replace the batteries when the sound becomes weak or distorted, ;appears, or the CB radio stops working.

Battery Notes:

Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not burn or bury batteries.

Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type.

Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.

If you do not plan to use the CB radio with batteries for two weeks or longer, remove the batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that can destroy electronic parts.

Using AC Power

To power your CB radio from your home, you will need a 12V DC power supply that provides a minimum of 2.5A at 12V and a DC power cord (neither included).

1.Turn off the CB radio if it is on.

2.Use the DC power cord to connect the CB’s 12V DC PWR Jack and the DC power supply.

3.Connect the DC power supply to an

AC outlet.

12V DC PWR Jack

4. Turn on the CB radio to use.

 

Cautions:

You must use a Class 2 power supply that provides regulated 13.8V DC and delivers at least 2.5A. The barrel plug’s center must be positive and the barrel plug must fit the CB’s 12V



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Contents Handheld CB Radio What’s IncludedContents Look at Your CB Radio LOCK/ALERT OFF LightTo charge the battery pack Powering Your CB RadioUsing the Ni-MH Battery Pack To install the battery packUsing the AA Battery Case Recycle Rechargeable BatteriesUsing AC Power Battery NotesUsing Vehicle Power Installing an Optional Antenna Connecting Your CB RadioInstalling the Antenna Safety PrecautionTransmitting Operating Your CB RadioReceiving To transmit a messageBacklight SettingsHigh/Low Power Level Key ToneScanning Channels Using Channels 9Power Save Key LockListening to the Weather Band Listening to a Weather ChannelTurning Digital Weather Alert On and Off Understanding Digital Weather Alert Same Event Code Alert Tone MessageCommon Uses for a CB Radio Additional InformationLegal Use of Your CB Radio Transmission CourtesyCommon 10-Codes Frequency Range Frequency ChannelReceiver SpecificationsCare TransmitterRF Emissions Information Do Stuff Do more with your CB radioLimited 90-Day Warranty