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Tandy SCP-83 Owner's manual

Manual is about: Auto-Reverse AM•FM Stereo Cassette Player

Summary of SCP-83

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    Cat. No. 14-1224 owner’s manual please read before using this equipment. Scp-83 auto-reverse am•fm stereo cassette player 14-1224.Fm page 1 thursday, july 1, 1999 5:18 pm.

  • Page 2: Features

    2 features your optimus scp-83 auto-reverse am•fm stereo cassette player is a lightweight, portable am/fm ra- dio with a cassette player and built-in speaker. You can enjoy cassette tapes or the radio with others through the built-in speaker or you can connect ste- reo headphones (not supplied) for ...

  • Page 3

    3 direction switch — lets you change the tape’s di- rection to play the other side without removing the tape from the cassette player. Built-in speaker — lets you share the music with friends. Three power sources — let you power the scp-83 from two aa batteries, standard ac power (requires an ac ada...

  • Page 4: Contents

    4 contents preparation ............................................................ 5 using internal battery power ........................... 5 using ac power .............................................. 7 using vehicle battery power ........................... 9 connecting headphones/speakers .....

  • Page 5: Preparation

    5 preparation you can power your scp-83 from any of these power sources: • internal battery power • standard ac power (using an ac adapter) • vehicle battery power (using a dc adapter) using internal battery power you can power the scp-83 from two aa batteries (not supplied). For the best performanc...

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    6 1. Press down on the battery compartment cover and slide it off in the direction of the arrow. 2. Install the batteries as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and –) marked next to the compart- ment, with the back battery over the ribbon. Cautions: • use only fresh batteries of the required size ...

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    7 using ac power you can power the scp-83 from ac power using an optional ac adapter, such as radioshack cat. No. 273-1654. Cautions: • the recommended ac adapter supplies 3 volts and delivers at least 300 milliamps. Its center tip is set to negative, and its plug correctly fits the scp-83’s dc 3v j...

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    8 follow these steps to power the scp-83 from a stan- dard ac outlet. 1. Set the adapter’s voltage switch to 3v. 2. Insert the adapter’s 3.4 mm outer diameter/1.3 mm inner diameter barrel plug into the adapter’s cord so it reads –tip. 3. Insert the adapter’s barrel plug into the scp-83’s dc 3v jack....

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    9 using vehicle battery power you can power the scp-83 from a vehicle’s battery using an optional dc adapter, such as radioshack cat. No. 270-1560. Cautions: • the recommended dc adapter supplies 3 volts and delivers at least 300 milliamps. Its center tip is set to negative, and its plug correctly f...

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    10 follow these steps to power the scp-83 from a vehi- cle’s battery. 1. Set the adapter’s voltage switch to 3v. 2. Insert the adapter’s 3.4 mm outer diameter/1.3 mm inner diameter barrel plug into the adapter’s cord with the tip set to negative (–). 3. Insert the adapter’s barrel plug into the scp-...

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    11 connecting headphones/ speakers you can enjoy the scp-83’s sound through its built- in monaural speaker. Or, you can connect stereo headphones or amplified speakers to the scp-83 for stereo sound. Your local radioshack store sells a wide variety of stereo headphones and amplified speakers. Connec...

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    12 listening safely to protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use headphones. • set the volume to the lowest setting before you begin listening. After you begin listening, adjust the volume to a comfortable level. • do not listen at extremely high volume levels. Extended high-volume ...

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    13 even though some headphones are designed to let you hear some outside sounds when listening at nor- mal volume levels, they still present a traffic hazard. Connecting the antenna when not using headphones or amplified speakers, you can connect the supplied antenna for better re- ception of fm sta...

  • Page 14

    14 using the belt clip the belt clip lets you keep your hands free while you listen to the scp-83. To attach the belt clip, slide it into the slots on the back of the scp-83 and push up until it latches in place. To remove the belt clip, push down on the tab and slide it off in the direction of the ...

  • Page 15: Radio Operation

    15 radio operation 1. Set tape . . Radio to radio . 2. Adjust volume to the desired listening level. 14-1224.Fm page 15 thursday, july 1, 1999 5:18 pm.

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    16 3. Set fm . . . Am to select the desired band. 4. Turn tuning to select the desired station. Notes: • the am antenna is built-in. Rotate the cas- sette player to improve am reception. For the best fm reception, fully extend the supplied fm antenna wire or extend the headphones’ cord when you use ...

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    17 • the fm stereo indicator lights when the scp-83 receives an fm broadcast in stereo. • to improve reception of weak fm radio sta- tions, set fm . . . Am to the center position to select the fm monaural band. The sound is no longer in stereo, but reception should improve. 5. Set e . Bass to s on f...

  • Page 18: Cassette Operation

    18 cassette operation playing a cassette tape 1. Take up any slack in the tape by turning the cas- sette’s hub with a pencil. Do not touch the exposed tape. 2. Pull open the cassette compartment door. 14-1224.Fm page 18 thursday, july 1, 1999 5:18 pm.

  • Page 19

    19 3. With its open edge facing up, insert the cassette tape into the cassette guides. 4. Close the door. 5. Set tape . . Radio to tape . 14-1224.Fm page 19 thursday, july 1, 1999 5:18 pm.

  • Page 20

    20 6. Press play until it clicks. The entire cassette tape repeatedly plays. Note: the tape automatically plays the other side when the current side ends. To manually change the tape side, set direction to its other position. 14-1224.Fm page 20 thursday, july 1, 1999 5:18 pm.

  • Page 21

    21 7. Adjust volume to the desired listening level. 8. Set e . Bass to s on for an enhanced bass effect. Set it to t off for normal bass sound. 14-1224.Fm page 21 thursday, july 1, 1999 5:18 pm.

  • Page 22

    22 9. To stop playback, press stop . Using fast-forward and rewind to fast-forward the tape, press or (whichever is the same direction as tape play). To rewind the tape, press or (whichever is the opposite di- rection of tape play.) 14-1224.Fm page 22 thursday, july 1, 1999 5:18 pm.

  • Page 23

    23 the tape automatically stops when it reaches the end (but you need to press stop to release or ). To stop fast-forwarding or rewinding the tape earlier, press stop . Tape tips tape quality for the best performance, use only regular length (60- or 90-minute) cassette tapes. We do not recom- mend l...

  • Page 24

    24 to restore the sound quality, fast-forward the tape from the beginning to the end of one side, then com- pletely rewind it. Then loosen the tape reels by gently tapping each side of the cassette’s outer shell on a flat surface. Caution: be careful not to damage the cassette when tapping it. Do no...

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    25 4. Use a cotton swab dipped in denatured alcohol or tape head cleaning solution to clean the play- back head, pinch rollers, capstans and tape guides. 5. When you finish cleaning, press stop and close the compartment, then reconnect power. Note: your local radioshack store has a complete line of ...

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    26 maintenance your optimus scp-83 auto-reverse am•fm stereo cassette player is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for the scp-83 so you can enjoy it for years. • keep the scp-83 dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. • use and store ...

  • Page 27

    27 fcc information the scp-83 complies with the limits for a class b digital device as specified in part 15 of fcc rules . These limits provide reasonable protection against radio and tv interference in a residential area. How- ever, your scp-83 might cause tv or radio interfer- ence even when it is...

  • Page 28: Specifications

    28 specifications general power requirements ............................... 3 volts dc two aa batteries (cat. No. 23-557), 3-volt ac adapter (cat. No. 273-1654), or 3-volt dc adapter (cat. No. 270-1560) battery life (alkaline batteries) ................. 10 hours dimensions .......................5...

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    29 fm: frequency range .................................. 88–108 mhz usable sensitivity ........................................... 15 mw output power @ 10 % thd............................ 10 mw selectivity ± 400 khz ........................................ 15 db cassette player tape system ..........

  • Page 30: Notes

    30 notes 14-1224.Fm page 30 thursday, july 1, 1999 5:18 pm.

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    31 14-1224.Fm page 31 thursday, july 1, 1999 5:18 pm.

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    Radioshack a division of tandy corporation fort worth, texas 76102 5a6 printed in hong kong radioshack limited warranty this product is warranted against defects for 90 days from date of purchase from radioshack company-owned stores and authorized radioshack franchisees and dealers. Within this peri...