Radio Shack 12-817 Owner's Manual

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6Using AC or DC PowerYou can power the radio using a 4.5V,150mA AC or DC adapter and a size MAdaptaplug™ adapter (neither supplied).Both are available at your local RadioShackstore.Cautions:You must use a (Class 2 forAC power) power source thatsupplies 4.5V DC and deliv-ers at least 150 mA. Its center tip mustbe set to positive and its plug must fitthe radio's 4.5V jack. Using an adapterthat does not meet these specificationscould damage the radio or the adapter.• Always connect the adapter to the radiobefore you connect it to power. Whenyou finish, disconnect the adapter frompower before you disconnect it from theradio.• To use DC power, your vehicle musthave a 12-volt DC, negative-groundelectrical system.Note: Connecting an adapter automaticallydisconnects internal batteries.1. If necessary, set the adapter’s voltageswitch to 4.5V.!