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[AS30060(R)08/95]
Follow the easy steps below to set these buttons to the desired
frequencies:
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[AS30065(R)03/96]1.
Select a band, then select a frequency.
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[AS30075(R)10/95]2.
Press one of the memory preset buttons and hold the button
until the sound returns. That station is now held in memory
on that button.
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[AS30080(R)10/95]3.
Follow the two steps above for each station memory preset
button you want to set.
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[AS30085(R)10/95]
Adjusting the tone balance and speaker output of your
radio
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[AS30090(R)02/96]
n
Increasing or decreasing bass response
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[AS30095(R)03/96]
Press the top
cof the ºBASSª button to increase bass; press
the bottom
dof the ºBASSª button to decrease bass.
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[AS30100(R)02/96]
n
Increasing or decreasing treble response
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[AS30105(R)03/96]
Press the top
cof the ºTREBLEª button to increase treble;
press the bottom
dof the treble button to decrease treble.
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[AS30110(R)02/96]
n
Adjusting speaker balance
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[AS30115(R)03/96]
Balance control allows you to adjust the sound distribution
between the right and left speakers. Press the top
cof the
ºBALª button to shift the sound to the right speakers, and
press the bottom
dof the ºBALª button to shift the sound
to the left speakers.
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[AS30120(R)04/96]
n
Adjusting speaker fader
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[AS30125(R)03/96]
Fade control allows you to adjust the sound distribution
between the front and rear speakers. Press the top
cof the
ºFADEª button to shift the sound to the front speakers, and
press the bottom
dof the ºFADEª button to shift the sound
to the back speakers.
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[AS30130(R)10/95]
NOTE: Illuminated bars in the display show relative levels of
bass and treble, and positions of speaker balance and
fader functions (left to right, front to rear).
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[AS30135(R)04/96]
Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player
(If equipped)
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[AS30140(R)09/95]
NOTE: Radio power must be on to use the cassette tape
player or eject a tape.
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[AS30145(R)08/95]
How to insert a tape
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[AS30150(R)09/94]
Your cassette tape player is equipped with power loading. Once
you insert a tape and push slightly (with theopen edge to the
right), the loading mechanism draws the tape the rest of the
way in and play will begin after a momentary tape tightening
process.
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[AS30155(R)09/95]
NOTE: A cassette tape can be loaded and stored with the
ignition and radio power off.
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[AS30165(R)12/95]
How to locate a desired track on the tape
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[AS30170(R)09/94]
There are four ways to quickly locate a desired selection on the
tape. You can use the fast forward, rewind, ºSEEKª, or ºSCANª
function. Following are brief descriptions of each.
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[AS30175(R)09/95]
n
Fast forwarding the tape
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[AS30180(R)01/95]
To fast forward the tape, press the ºFFª button. The radio
will begin playing until fast forward is manually stopped (by
pushing the ºTAPEª button) or the end of the tape is
reached.
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[AS30185(R)01/95]
At the end of the tape, the direction automatically reverses
and plays the other side of the tape.
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[AS30190(R)08/95]
n
Rewinding the tape
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[AS30195(R)01/95]
To rewind the tape, press the ºREWª button. The radio will
begin playing until rewind is manually stopped (by pushing
the ºTAPEª button) or the beginning of the tape is reached.
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[AS30200(R)08/95]
n
Using the ºSEEKª function with your cassette tape player
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[AS30205(R)03/96]
While in the tape mode, push the right
aside of the
ºSEEKª button to seek forward to the next selection on the
tape. Push the left
bside to seek the previous tape
selection.
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[AS30210(R)08/95]
n
Using the ºSCANª function with your cassette tape player
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[AS30215(R)01/95]
Press the ºSCANª button to begin the forward scan mode on
the tape currently playing, stopping on each tape selection
for approximately an eight-second sampling (display
indicates ºSCª).
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[AS30220(R)01/95]
To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled tape
selection, press ºSCANª a second time.
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[AS30225(R)08/95]
n
How to change the side of the tape being played
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[AS30230(R)01/95]
The alternate side of the tape can be selected by pressing the
ºSIDE 1-2ª button.
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[AS30235(R)08/95]
How to eject the tape
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[AS30240(R)01/95]
To stop the tape and eject the cassette, press the ºEJª button.
The radio will resume playing if the radio power is on. The
tape cartridge can be ejected with radio power (and/or ignition)
on or off.
[AS30245(R)06/95]
HowtoswitchfromtapetoAM/FMmode
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[AS30247(R)01/95]
Press the ºAM/FMª button to stop the tape player and resume
radio play.
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[AS30250(R)02/96]
Using the DolbyHB noise reduction feature
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[AS30255(R)09/95]
NOTE: Noise reduction system manufactured under license
from Dolby Labs Licensing Corporation. ºDolbyª and
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
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[AS30260(R)04/95]
Push thekbutton to activate Dolby B Noise Reduction. Push
again to deactivate.
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[AS30345(R)05/96]
Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes
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[AS30350(R)08/95]
In order to keep your cassette tape player performing the way it
was meant to, read and follow these simple precautions:
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[AS30355(R)05/96]
n
Using a Ford or equivalent cassette cleaning cartridge to
clean the tape player head after 10-12 hours of play will help
maintain the best playback sound and proper tape operation.
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[AS30360(R)08/95]
n
Only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less should be
used. Tapes longer than 90 minutes are thinner and subject
to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism.
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[AS30365(R)08/95]
n
Protect cassettes from exposure to direct sunlight, high
humidity and extreme heat or cold. If they are exposed to
extreme conditions, allow them to reach a moderate
temperature before playing.
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[AS30370(R)08/95]
n
If a tape is loose inside the cassette, tighten it before playing
by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and
turning the hub until the tape is tight.
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[AS30375(R)08/95]
n
Loose labels on cassette tapes can become lodged in the
mechanism. Remove any loose label material before inserting
cassette.
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[AS30380(R)08/95]
n
Do not leave a tape in the cassette tape player. High heat in
the vehicle can cause the cassette to warp.
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[AS30390(R)05/96]
Using the Controls of Your Compact Disc Radio
(If equipped)
[AS30400(R)05/96]
Your Ford Compact Disc Radio is capable of playing 12 cm or 8
cm discs. The player operates when the power is on and a disc
is inserted (label side up). Handle the disc by the edge only. Be
sure to read and follow all of the care and cleaning instructions
underHow to Take Care of and Clean Your CD Player and Discs.
[AS30410(R)05/96]
The digital display on your CD player will either show the
track (selection) number or the elapsed time. Select the display
mode by pressing the ºCLKª button. Indicators for play (
a),
stop (
X), and compression (C) are also on the display. These
features are described later.
[AS30420(R)05/96]
Once a disc is inserted, operation of the CD player will override
the radio.
[AS30430(R)05/96]
NOTE: The volume, bass, treble, balance, and fader controls
on the radio are also used with the CD player. Refer
to the earlier operating instructions about these
controls.
[AS30440(R)05/96]
Inserting a disc and beginning play
[AS30450(R)05/96]
Insert a disc, label side up, into the disc opening. When
inserted, the disc automatically loads into the unit and play
starts at the beginning of the first track (selection).
[AS30460(R)05/96]
NOTE: Once a disc is inserted, the disc opening is secured to
prevent the accidental insertion of another disc.
[AS30470(R)05/96]
NOTE: The CD player has heat protection circuitry to protect
the laser diode. If the temperature of the player
reaches167ÊF (75ÊC), theheat detection circuit will
shut off the player and ºCD HOTª will scroll in the
display for approximately five seconds (radio will
resume playing). When the temperature returns to
normal operating range, the CD player will again be
operational.
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[AS30480(R)05/96]
How to stop and restart the CD player
[AS30490(R)05/96]
When a disc is loaded, the unit automatically enters the play
mode. To stop temporarily, press the ºAM/FMª button. The
stop indicator (
X) in the display illuminates and operation
returns to the radio mode. To resume CD play, press the ºCDª
button.
[AS30500(R)05/96]
NOTE: If the ignition key is turned to OFF during play and
then is turned to the ON or ACCESSORY position,
the CD player will resume playing in the mode it was
in when the ignition was turned off.
[AS30510(R)05/96]
Using the ºSEEKª feature
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[AS30520(R)05/96]
The ºSEEKª feature allows you to quickly find a particular
selection on the disc.
[AS30530(R)05/96]
Press (
b) once to repeat the current playing selection. Press
(
a) to advance to the next selection. If the (
a) button is
pressed during the last selection on the CD, the CD will
advance to the first track on the disc.
[AS30540(R)05/96]
Pressing and holding the (
b)or(
a) button will scroll
backward and forward respectively through the tracks.
[AS30550(R)05/96]
Using the ºSCANª function
[AS30560(R)05/96]
The ºSCANª function allows you to briefly sample all tracks on
a disc.
[AS30570(R)05/96]
Press the ºSCNª button to enter the scan mode. The scan mode
causes the CD to advance to the next track, play for 8 seconds,
and then advance to the next track. This continues until the
ºSCNª button is pressed a second time, the ºCDª button is
pressed, or a different tuning function is selected.
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[AS30580(R)05/96]
Using the compression feature
[AS30590(R)05/96]
The compression feature will bring soft and loud passages
together for a more consistent listening level.
[AS30600(R)05/96]
Press the ºCOMPª button to turn compression on. When on, the
compression indicator (ºCª) will appear in the display. Press the
button again to turn off.
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[AS30610(R)05/96]
How to fast forward or reverse your CD player
[AS30620(R)05/96]
To quickly search for a particular point in a selection, press the
(
a) side of the ºTUNEª button (to fast forward) or press the
(
b) side (to reverse). While either button is pressed, the disc
goes forward or backward at two different speeds depending on
how long the button is held down. Pressing and holding either
button for more than three seconds will speed up the process.
Release the button at the desired point (found by watching the
elapsed playing time in the display or by listening to the sound
during fast forward or reverse). When you have reached the
beginning of track 1, the CD player will begin playing.
[AS30630(R)05/96]
When you reach the end of a track, the CD will advance to the
next track and continue at high speed. When the end of the CD
is reached, the fast forward function stops. In a similar way,
holding the (
b) button will reverse the CD until the beginning
of the CD is reached.
[AS30640(R)05/96]
How to eject the disc
[AS30650(R)05/96]
Press the ºEJª button to stop play, eject the disc, and resume
radio operation.
[AS30660(R)05/96]
NOTE: You can eject the disc while the radio power and/or
ignition is on or off.
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[AS30670(R)05/96]
Clock Operation
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[AS30680(R)05/96]
How to view the clock mode
[AS30690(R)05/96]
Press the ºCLKª button to display time. The time will continue
to be displayed until a radio or tape function is chosen. After
approximately 10 seconds, the time will again appear in the
display. To display radio or tape information only, press the
ºCLKª button a second time.
[AS30700(R)05/96]
NOTE: The clock can be displayed or set whether the ignition
is on or off.
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[AS30710(R)05/96]
How to set the clock
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[AS30720(R)05/96]1.
Turn the radio on.
[AS30730(R)05/96]2.
Press and hold the ºCLKª button, press the right (
a) side of
the ºSEEKª button to increase hours. Press the left (
b) side
of the button to decrease hours. Press the right (
a) side of
the ºTUNEª button to increase minutes. Press the left (
b)
side of the button to decrease minutes.
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[AS30740(R)05/96]
NOTE: The clock displays 12-hour time with no AM/PM
indications.
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[AS30750(R)05/96]
Common Radio Reception Conditions
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[AS30760(R)05/96]
Several conditions prevent FM reception from being completely
clear and noise-free, such as the following:
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[AS30770(R)05/96]1.
Distance/Strength
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[AS30780(R)05/96]
The strength of the FM signal is directly related to the distance
the signal must travel. The listenable range of an average FM
signal is approximately 25 miles (40 kilometers). Beyond this
distance, the radio is operating in a fringe area and the signal
becomes weaker.
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[AS30790(R)05/96]2.
Terrain
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[AS30800(R)05/96]
The terrain (hilly, mountainous, tall buildings) of the area over
which the signal travels may prevent the FM signal from being
noise-free.
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[AS30810(R)05/96]
If there is a building or large structure between the antenna and
station, some of the signal ºbendsª around the building, but
certain spots receive almost no signal. Moving out of the
ºshadowª of the structure will allow the station to return to
normal.
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[AS30820(R)05/96]
When the radio waves are reflected off objects or structures, the
reflected signal cancels the normal signal, causing the antenna to
pick up noise and distortion. Cancellation effects are most
prominent in metropolitan areas, but also can become quite
severe in hilly terrain and depressed roadways.
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[AS30830(R)05/96]
To minimize these conditions, a stereo/mono blend circuit has
been incorporated into this system. This feature automatically
switches a weak stereo signal to a clearer monaural signal,
which improves the quality of reception.
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[AS30840(R)05/96]
Several sources of static are normal conditions on AM
frequencies. These can be caused by power lines, electric fences,
traffic lights and thunderstorms.
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[AS30850(R)05/96]
Another reception phenomenon isStrong Signal Capture and
Overload. This can occur when listening to a weak station and
when passing another broadcast tower. The close station may
capture the more distant station, although the displayed
frequency does not change. While passing the tower, the station
may switch back and forth a few times before returning to the
original station.
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[AS30860(R)05/96]
When several broadcast towers are present (common in
metropolitan areas), several stations may overload the receiver,
resulting in considerable station changing, mixing and
distortion.
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[AS30870(R)05/96]
Automatic gain control circuitry for both AM and FM bands has
been incorporated into this system to reduce strong signal
capture and overload.
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[AS30880(R)05/96]
All About Radio Frequencies
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[AS30890(R)05/96]
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the
Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC)
establish the frequencies that AM and FM radio stations may
use for their broadcasts. The allowable frequencies are, AM: 530,
540...1600, 1610 kHz in 10 kHz steps; FM: 87.9, 88.1...107.7, 107.9
MHz in 0.2 MHz steps.
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[AS30900(R)05/96]
Not all frequencies will be assigned to a given area. This radio
will tune to each of these frequencies using manual tune and no
fine tuning is necessary as radio stations may not use other
frequencies.
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[AS30910(R)05/96]
Some FM radio stations advertise a ºrounded-offª frequency
which is not the frequency they actually broadcast on. For
example, a radio station that is assigned a frequency of 98.7
MHz may call itself ºRadio 99ª even though 99.0 MHz is not an
allowable FM broadcast frequency.
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