Radio Shack Optimus Quick Manual - page 3
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CONNECTING AN
EXTERNAL ANTENNA
For Better AM Reception:
Your radio has a built-in AM antenna
for reception of strong, local broad-
casts. For improved reception, you
can connect an external AM antenna.
Your local RadioShack store has a
wide selection of AM antennas.
To connect an external AM antenna to
your radio, use a Phillips screwdriver
to loosen the screw on the external
antenna terminal, slide the external
antenna’s spade lugs underneath the
screw head, then tighten the screw.
For Better FM Reception:
Your radio has a telescoping antenna
for FM reception.
Note: When you use the telescoping
antenna for FM reception, be sure the
metal strap is connected as shown.
For improved reception, you can con-
nect an external FM antenna. Your lo-
cal RadioShack store has a wide
selection of FM antennas.
Follow these steps to connect an ex-
ternal FM antenna to your radio.
1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to
loosen the screws on the external
antenna terminals.
• For an FM 75-ohm cable:
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