Setup
Power your Radio
Connect the supplied AC adapter to the DC 12 V jack and plug in to a standard household outlet.
Install Backup Batteries
1. | Open the battery compartment cover. |
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2. | Slide the RCH/ALK switch to RCH for |
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| rechargeable or ALK for alkaline backup |
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| batteries. |
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3. | Install six AA alkaline or |
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| batteries (neither supplied). Insert batteries |
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| as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and |
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| marked inside. |
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| RCH/ALK | ||
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nNotes:
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flashes when the rechargeable batteries
are charging, 
will appear when charging is finished. Charging can take up to 30 hours.
•If the radio’s power supply is switched from AC to battery operation, the three alert LEDs will blink for 3 minutes.
bBattery Notes:
• When | or | displays, replace the batteries. |
•Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type.
•Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not burn or bury them.
•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 your radio for a long period, remove the batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that may damage electronic parts.
Recycle Rechargeable Batteries
Placing rechargeable batteries in the trash can be harmful to the environment. Instead, recycle old rechargeable batteries at your local RadioShack store free of charge. RadioShack participates in the RBRC© battery recycling program, and is committed to
preserving the environment and conserving natural resources. Call