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Using the AM/FM Radio
∫ FM frequency step
The step is factory-set to 0.2-MHz, but you can change it to receive
broadcasts allocated in 0.1-MHz steps.
1 Press [SELECTOR] to select “FM”.
2 Press and hold [SELECTOR].
After a few seconds the display changes to show the current
minimum frequency. Continue to hold the button down. The
minimum frequency changes and the step is changed.
To return to the original step, repeat steps 1 and 2.
[Note]
After changing the setting, previously preset frequencies will be
cleared. Preset them again.
Use outdoor antennas if radio reception is poor.
≥Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use.
≥Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.
Main unit only
Using an outdoor antenna (optional)
FM ANT
75
AM
ANT
EXT
LOOP
LOOP
ANT GND
2
1
1
Leave the AM loop antenna connected.
AM outdoor antenna
[Using a vinyl wire (not included)]
Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a
window or other convenient location.
5 to 12 m
(16 to 39 feet)
FM outdoor antenna
[Using a television antenna (not included)]
≥Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.
≥The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.
Rework your outdoor antenna’s 75 ≠ coaxial cable as follows.
75 ≠ coaxial cable
(not included)
1 Remove a piece of the outer
vinyl insulator.
2 Carefully pull the tabs
apart to remove the cover.
3 Install the coaxial cable.
Clamp the cable conductor, and
wind it on so that it does not
contact anything else.
7mm (
9
/32z)
10 mm (
13
/32z)
Peel back
4 Attach the cover.
Clamp with pliers
10 mm (
13
/32z)
Antenna plug
(not included)