Powering the radio
1. Battery operation
1.
Installing the batteries, first turn battery cover fixture
anti-clockwise to loosen and open the battery cover.
Note:
Before you insert the batteries, if you use non-
rechargeable batteries, make sure the NiMH/
Alkaline switch which located inside the battery
compartment is switched to Alkaline position. If you
use rechargeable batteries, make sure to switch
NiMH/Alkaline switch to NiMH position.
2.
Insert 6 x AA size (UM-3) battery into the compartment.
Ensure the batteries are inserted in accordance with
the diagram shown. Close the battery cover and
fasten the fixture by turning clockwise. If the radio is
not to be used for any extended period of time, it is
recommended that the batteries are removed from
the radio. Reduced power, distortion and a stuttering
sound or "Battery Low" showing on the display
are all signs that the batteries need replacing or
recharging. (see below information on "charging the
batteries").
When playing on (rechargeable) batteries the output
power is less compared to the output power when
playing on AC mains power. Because of this the
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