Radio Shack 16-3011 User Manual

2.5” TFT LCD TV

16-3011

BATTERY POWER

Your TV requires four AAA batteries (not supplied). 

You may purchase alkaline batteries from your local 

RadioShack store.

1. Slide off the battery compartment cover.

2. Insert the batteries into the compartment 

as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and –) 

marked inside.

3. Replace the cover.

Notes:

• The TV can operate for about 2 hours (3.5 for audio only mode) with alkaline 

batteries. When the sound level lowers or the picture becomes unstable, replace the 

batteries.

• The TV’s internal batteries automatically disconnect when you connect an adapter.

AC POWER

You can power the TV using a regulated 6V AC adapter of at 

least 400 mA, and a size B Adaptaplug™ adapter (neither 

supplied). Both are available at your local RadioShack store.

Set the adapter’s voltage switch to 6V. Insert the Adaptaplug into 

the adapter’s cord, aligning + with TIP. Plug the Adaptaplug’s 

barrel plug into the TV’s 

DC IN 6V

 jack. Then, plug the other end 

of the AC adapter cord into a standard AC outlet.

Note: The adapter might become warm after extended periods 

of use.

USING VEHICLE BATTERY POWER

You can power the TV from a vehicle’s 12V power source (such as a cigarette-lighter 

socket) using a 6V, 400-mA DC adapter and a size B Adaptaplug™ adapter (neither 

supplied).  

Set the adapter’s voltage switch to 6V. Insert the Adaptaplug into the adapter’s cord, 

aligning + with TIP. Plug the Adaptaplug’s barrel plug into the TV’s 

DC IN 6V

 jack. Unplug 

the vehicle’s cigarette lighter and plug the large end of the DC adapter cord into the 

cigarette-lighter socket.

Note: If the TV does not operate properly when you use DC power, be sure the cigarette-

lighter socket is clean and that the adapter’s plug is properly connected to the socket.

1. Extend the rod antenna and slide 

UHF/VHF/OFF 

to 

VHF

 or 

UHF

. The TV starts scanning and 

stops at the next active channel in the selected band.

2. Press  

TUNING

to tune to a different channel. The tuning line on the screen aligns with 

the selected channel number below the screen.

3. To adjust the volume,

rotate 

VOLUME

 located on the right side of the TV.

4. To adjust the picture to the desired brightness, rotate 

BRIGHT

 located on the right side of the 

TV. The brightness also changes with the screen’s angle.

5. To save battery power, turn off the display and listen to audio only by setting 

TV/SOUND 

 to 

SOUND

.

BACKLIGHT

In low temperatures, the TV screen takes a few seconds to light, or it might be slightly red in color. 

This is not a malfunction. Normal operation resumes after a few seconds.

USING AN EARPHONE

For private listening, you can connect an optional earphone with a 

1

/

8

-inch plug to the 

EAR

 jack. 

This automatically mutes the built-in speaker.

Cautions:

• Set 

VOLUME

 to the lowest setting before you begin listening. Then adjust the volume to a comfortable level.

• Do not use an earphone when operating a vehicle or riding a bicycle. This can cause a traffic hazard and can be illegal in 

some areas.

USING THE TV AS A MONITOR

You can play back the signal from an audio/video component connected to your TV’s 

AUDIO/VIDEO 

jack. You will need a 

Y-adapter cable (not supplied), available at your local RadioShack store. Connect the cable’s red plug to the component’s video 

output jack, and its white plug to the component’s audio output jack. Then, plug the cable’s mini plug into the TV’s 

AUDIO/VIDEO 

jack.

Note: Connecting an audio/video component disables the TV’s antenna.

Power

Using Your TV

Volume - Turn the dial to 

adjust the volume level.

Bright - Turn dial to adjust 

the brightness level.

Stand - Use the stand to lean 

the TV against flat surfaces.

Flat LCD - makes the TV more 

compact and uses less power 

than a standard picture tube.

TV/Sound — lets you listen to 

audio only when TV reception 

is poor, or to conserve battery 

Ear Jack - Lets you enjoy 

private listening with an 

optional earphone.

DC IN 6V Jack

UHF/VHF/OFF

AUDIO/VIDEO

EAR Jack

BRIGHT

VOLUME

TV/SOUND

Alkaline Batteries

6V AC to DC Adapter

6V Vehicle DC Adapter

EXT. ANT. Jack - Lets you 

connect an external antenna 

for optimum reception in 

weak signal areas.

Tuning 

Ý /Þ   - Press the 

control to adjust the TV to the 

desired channel.

Optional Accessories

Earphones

Size B Adaptaplug

Rod Antenna — provides 

adequate reception in most 

metropolitan areas