ˆPreparation

Note: To connect a MIDI device to your keyboard, see “Making the MIDI Connec- tions” on Page 22.

CONNECTING POWER

You can power your keyboard in either of these ways:

internal batteries

standard AC power using an optional AC adapter

Notes:

Connecting an AC or DC adapter automatically disconnects any inter- nal batteries.

Always disconnect the AC or DC adapter when you finish using the keyboard.

Using Batteries

Your keyboard can use six D batteries (not supplied) for power. For the best performance and longest life, we recom- mend RadioShack alkaline batteries.

Cautions:

Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.

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

Follow these steps to install batteries.

1.Slide POWER/MODE to OFF.

2.While pressing the tabs on the bat- tery compartment cover on the bot- tom of the keyboard, pull up the cover to remove it.

3.Place the batteries in the compart- ment as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and –) marked below the compartment.

4.Replace the cover.

When the keyboard stops operating properly, replace the batteries.

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

Caution: If you do not plan to use the keyboard with batteries for a week or more, remove the batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that can destroy electronic parts.

Using AC Power

You can power the keyboard using a 9V, 800-mA AC adapter and a size M Adaptaplug™ adapter (neither sup- plied). Both are available at your local RadioShack store.

Cautions:

You must use a Class 2

!power source that supplies 9V DC and delivers at least

800 mA. Its center tip must be set to negative and its plug must fit the

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Radio Shack MD-1160 owner manual ˆ Preparation, Connecting Power, Using Batteries, Using AC Power, Slide POWER/MODE to OFF