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AM/FM Stereo Cassette Player
(120-2117) Features Faxback Doc. # 57140
Your Optimus AM/FM Stereo Cassette Player can be easily installed in
almost any vehicle. The stereo will not operate when you remove its anti
theft control panel. You can quickly remove and store the control panel
in the supplied carry case and take it with you for added security.
The stereo's features include:
Front CD IN Jack - lets you quickly connect a portabl
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AM/FM Stereo Cassette Player (120-2117) Installation Faxback Doc. # 57141 Before You Begin The Installation Before you install your stereo, we recommend you read through all the instructions in this owner's manual. You should be able to answer all of these questions about your vehicle's electrical and sound systems. Which terminal in my vehicle's fuse box supplies power even when the ignition is turned off? Which terminal in my vehicle's
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CAUTION: Be careful to avoid obstructions behind the mounting surface. Routing Speaker Wire If you install speakers, avoid routing the speaker wires near moving parts or sharp edges. You can usually route them along the wiring channel beneath the vehicle's door facing by carefully removing the molding that holds the carpet in place. After you route the speaker wires, replace the molding. Testing the Stereo Before you mount the stereo or any speaker, test the stereo by te
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Using an Adapter Harness If you are replacing an existing stereo, or if your vehicle has been factory-wired for auto sound components, you might be able to use an adapter harness to connect the power and speakers. Follow the directions supplied with the adapter harness to temporarily connect the power and speakers. A selection of adapter harnesses is available at your local RadioShack store. Connecting Ground, Power, and Optional Components Follow these steps to connect
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This wire does not provide power to the component. It simply turns other equipment on or off. If you do not use this wire, secure it with a wire tie and do not let it touch metal. Connecting Speakers 1. Connect the gray wire to the right speaker's positive terminal. This terminal is usually marked with a plus (+) sign or red mark. 2. Connect the gray/black wire to the right speaker's negative terminal. This terminal might be marked with a minus (-) sign
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Follow these steps to mount the stereo. 1. Disconnect the cable from the vehicle battery's negative (-) terminal. 2. Temporarily disconnect the wire harness and antenna. 3. Lift the top of the outer trim ring then pull it straight out to remove it. 4. Insert both of the supplied keys into the slots at the middle left and right sides of the stereo until they lock into place, and slide the sleeve off of the stereo. 5. Slide the sleeve into the dash and bend ou
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AM/FM Stereo Cassette Player (120-2117) Anti-Theft Panel Faxback Doc. # 57142 Using The Anti-Theft Control Panel The stereo's anti-theft control panel must be in place for the stereo to operate. When you remove the control panel, a red indicator flashes on the front of the stereo and the stereo cannot be used. Installing The Anti-Theft Control Panel CAUTION: Avoid pushing on the display or pressing any buttons while installing the contro
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AM/FM Stereo Cassette Player (120-2117) Operation Faxback Doc. # 57143 Turning the Stereo ON and OFF CAUTION: Use common sense. Do not change your stereo's setting in heavy traffic or during hazardous driving condition. To turn on the stereo, turn ON/VOL clockwise until it clicks. To turn off the stereo, turn ON/VOL counterclockwise until it clicks. Adjusting The Sound/Tuning When you listen to your stereo, adjust the following c
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Note: To improve reception of strong stations, press LO/DX. The LO indicator lights. 5. Adjust VOL, BAL and TONE, as desired. Cassette Player Operation WARNING: To prevent hearing damage, always turn the volume to its lowest level before you begin listening to a tape. CAUTION: Avoid using C-120 cassette tapes. They are very thin and can easily become tangled in the tape-handling parts. Follow these steps to play a cassette tape.
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in, turn the tape over, then fast-forward the other side. Using An External Component You can connect a portable CD player or other audio component with a line level output or headphone jack to the stereo. To make this connection, you need a stereo mini-jack cable with a 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) plug. Connect one end of the cable to the stereo's CD IN jack, then connect the cable's other end to the output jack of the CD player or component. When you connect a CD player or other audi
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AM/FM Stereo Cassette Player (120-2117) Care and Maintenance Faxback Doc. # 57144 To enjoy your Optimus AM/FM Stereo Cassette Player for a long time: Keep the stereo dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Handle the stereo gently and carefully. Don't drop it. Keep the stereo away from dust and dirt. Wipe the stereo with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new. Modifying or tampering with the stereo's internal components can
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1. Disconnect the cable from your vehicle's negative (-) battery terminal 2. To open either fuse holder, unlatch the two latches on the fuse holder until it springs apart. 3. Then slide off the metal holder on each end of the fuse and remove the fuse. 4. If the fuse is blown, replace it. Use only standard 1-1/4 inch fuses with the proper rating. The red +12 TO IGNITION wire's fuse must be 3 amps. The yellow +12V TO BATTERY wire's fuse must be 0.5 amps.
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AM/FM Stereo Cassette Player (120-2117) Specifications Faxback Doc. # 57145 Radio: Frequency Range (FM Nominal): ............................... 88 - 108 MHz (AM Nominal): ............................. 530 - 1710 kHz IF Rejection (FM Nominal): ......................................... 60 dB (AM Nominal): ......................................... 45 dB Image Rejection (FM Nominal): ...................................... 45
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Chassis Size (HWD): ....... 1-15/16 x 7 x 5-7/8 inches (50 x 178 x 150 mm) Weight: ........................................... 3 lbs. 5 ozs. (1.5 kg) Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications Are subject to change and improvement without notice. (BR-EB 10/20/99) LN-03/04
