owner’s manual

MINI STEREO AMPLIFIER

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 FEATURES

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or Your RCA SA-155 Stereo Mini Amplifier is
shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain compact, yet it offers many of the same
or moisture. features as a larger amplifier. The amplifier
includes three sets of input jacks that let you
connect up to three separate sound sources,
CAUTION
such as a CD player or tape deck, a
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
! turntable, and a tuner. The amplifier also
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF has a front panel, 1/8-inch input jack that lets
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE you quickly connect a portable CD or tape
COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICE- player.
ABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
Note: The SA-155 is designed to be used
with the RCA TM-155 Mini Tuner.
This symbol is intended to alert
you to the presence of uninsu- Your amplifier also includes the following
lated dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure that might
features:
be of sufficient magnitude to con-
stitute a risk of electric shock. Do Mono Button — lets you set the amplifier
not open the product’s case. for monaural sound when you play a
monaural sound source.
This symbol is intended to inform
you that important operating and
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/8-Inch Headphone Jack — lets you
! maintenance instructions are
included in the literature accom-
connect low-impedance stereo headphones
for private listening.
panying this product.

Tape-Out Jack — lets you record to a tape

deck from a connected input source.

CER/MAG Switch — lets you select the

setting that matches your turntable’s
cartridge for the best results.

Tone and Balance Controls — let you

control the sound’s tone and balance.

© 2002 RadioShack Corporation.

All Rights Reserved.

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 MAKING CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING SPEAKERS Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to connect the left

speaker to the amplifier’s SPEAKERS L
For best results, use a matched pair of terminal.
8-ohm speakers.

Caution: Before you make speaker CONNECTING AUDIO

connections, be sure the AC power cord is
not plugged in. SOURCES
Use standard, shielded audio cables for
For speaker connections, use a speaker cable
connecting audio sources such as a tuner/
with a phono plug on one end and the
amplifier, tape deck, or CD player.
appropriate connector on the other end.
This connection depends on the type of
speakers you have. Your local RadioShack
store sells a variety of speaker cables and
Connecting a Tuner
connectors for most types of speakers.
Connect the tuner’s left and right output
jacks to the amplifier’s L and R TUNER
input jacks.
With Phono Jacks
If the speakers have phono jacks, insert one
speaker cable’s plug into the right speaker’s
phono jack. Then insert the cable’s other
plug into the amplifier’s SPEAKERS R
phono jack.

Repeat this process for the left speaker.

Without Phono Jacks

If your speakers do not have phono jacks,
use regular two-conductor speaker wire
(available at your local RadioShack store)
with a phono plug on one end. Follow these
steps to connect this type of speaker.
1. Connect the wire’s two separate
conductors to the right speaker’s
positive (+) and negative (–) terminals.
2. Connect the wire’s phono plug to the
amplifier’s SPEAKERS R terminal.

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 Connecting a Turntable If you want to connect another sound source
(such as a turntable) to the amplifier and
Connect the turntable’s left and right output record to the tape deck, connect the L and R
jacks to the amplifier’s L and R PHONO TAPE OUT jacks to the tape deck’s AUX IN,
input jacks. If the turntable has a separate LINE IN, or TAPE IN jacks.
ground wire (usually black or green),
connect it to the amplifier’s PHONO GND You can also connect a portable CD player
screw. or tape player to the 1/8-inch CD/TAPE
input jack on the amplifier’s front panel.
If the turntable has a magnetic cartridge, set
CER/MAG to MAG. If it has a crystal or Note: Using this jack disables the L and R
ceramic cartridge, set CER/MAG to CER. CD/TAPE jacks.
(See the turntable owner’s manual to verify
the type of cartridge).
CONNECTING TO POWER
Connecting a Tape Deck or Caution: Before you plug the amplifier’s AC
CD Player cord into a standard AC outlet, be sure the
power is off (POWER is in the out position).
Connect a tape deck’s or CD player’s left and
right output jacks to the L and R CD/TAPE After you make all connections, plug the
input jacks on the amplifier’s back panel. amplifier’s AC cord into a standard AC
outlet.

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 OPERATION
1. Turn VOLUME to MIN. • Do not listen at extremely high
volume levels. Extended high-
volume listening can lead to
permanent hearing loss.
• Once you set the volume, do not
increase it. Over time, your ears
adapt to the volume level, so a
volume level that does not cause
discomfort might still damage your
hearing.
2. Press POWER. The red indicator lights.
Note: The amplifier mutes the speakers
when you connect headphones. If you
want to listen through the speakers
again, unplug the headphones.
6. Start the sound source.
7. Adjust VOLUME, TONE, and
BALANCE as desired.
8. When you finish using the amplifier,
3. Set TUNER CD/TAPE PHONO to the
press POWER. The indicator turns off.
source you want to listen to or record
from.
4. If the sound source is monaural, press
in MONO. If the sound source is stereo,
leave the button in the out position.
Note: The mono button setting also
affects tape recording.
5. For private listening, connect a
headphone’s 1/8-inch mini plug into the
amplifier’s PHONES jack.
Caution: 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.

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 TROUBLESHOOTING
If you have a problem with the amplifier, first be sure all connections are correct and secure. If
the problem continues, check the following troubleshooting information for a solution.

Problem Solution
No sound from Headphones are connected to the amplifier. Unplug the headphones.
the speakers
The source selector is set to the wrong audio source. Set the selector to
the correct source.
VOLUME is set too low. Turn VOLUME clockwise.

If you connect a CD or tape player to the back panel and another to

the front panel, the back panel jacks are disabled. Disconnect the
player from the front panel jacks.
No stereo sound MONO is pressed in. Press MONO to the out position.

BALANCE is set all the way to one side. Adjust the control.

The speaker connections are incorrect. Turn off the amplifier and
correct the connections.
Distorted or VOLUME is set too high or too low.
weak sound
The speaker connections are incorrect. Turn off the amplifier and
correct the connections.
The MAG/CER setting is incorrect. Set it to the correct position.
MONO is pressed in while you listen to a stereo source. Press MONO
to the out position.
Cannot record The connections between the tape deck and the amplifier’s L and R
TAPE OUT jacks are incorrect or loose. Turn off the amplifier and
correct the connections.
The source selector is set to the wrong audio source. Set the selector to
the source you want to record.
If you connect a CD or tape player to the back panel and another to
the front panel, the back panel jacks are disabled. Disconnect the
player from the front panel jacks.

This amplifier has been manufactured to the specifications of RadioShack and is covered by a
limited warranty from RadioShack. If your amplifier is not operating as it should, take it to
your local RadioShack store or call 1-800-THE-SHACK for assistance.

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 CARE
To enjoy your RCA SA-155 Stereo Mini
Amplifier for a long time:
• Keep the amplifier dry. If it gets wet,
wipe it dry immediately.
• Use and store the amplifier only in
normal temperature environments.
• Handle the amplifier gently and
carefully. Do not drop it.
• Keep the amplifier away from dust and
dirt.
• Wipe the amplifier with a damp cloth
occasionally to keep it looking new.

Modifying or tampering with the amplifier’s

internal components can cause a
malfunction and invalidate its warranty.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Power Requirements............................................................... 120 Volts AC, 60 Hz, 25 Watts
Output Power
(1% Distortion, 1 KHz, Both Channels Driven) ....................... 1.8 Watts Per Channel (RMS)
Frequency Response ........................................................................................ 20–25,000 Hz
Input Sensitivity:
Phono ................................................................... 2.5 mV (Magnetic); 200 mV (Ceramic)
Tuner .................................................................................................................... 160 mV
CD/Tape ................................................................................................................ 160 mV
Tape Output .............................................................................................................. 150 mV
Speaker Impedance ......................................................................................... 8 to 16 Ohms
Tone Control Response ........................................................................................... –18.0 dB
Crosstalk at CD/Tape Input (@ 2 WattsPower) .............................................. 50 dB @ 1 kHz
Dimensions (H × W × D) ................................ 21/2 × 91/4 × 67/8 Inches (6.4 × 23.6 × 17.5 cm)
Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to change and
improvement without notice.

Limited Two-Year Warranty

This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for
two (2) years from the date of purchase from RadioShack company- owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees
and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIM-
ITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS
PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER
PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY
BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUD-
ING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROP-
ERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN
IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or con-
sequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of
purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the de-
fect by product repair without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar design; or
(c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the prop-
erty of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service. Re-
paired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. You will be charged
for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period.
This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, im-
proper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other
incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facil-
ity; (c) consumables such as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f)
costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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