OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Car audio operating tips
Operation of instruments and controls - Car audio and Air conditioning systemOperation of insturments and controls - Car audio and Air conditioning systemOperation of instruments and controls - AM/FM radio with electronic tuner and cassette tape player.Supra Handbook
 

You can listen to the car audio when the ignition key is at "ON" or "ACC". However, if the engine is not running, the key must be in the "ACC" position.




RADIO

FM broadcasts have a range of about 40 km or 25 miles. When driving away from a station you may have to fine-tune your radio and turn up the volume as the station gets weaker. Because FM uses a line-of-sight signal, tall buildings or hills may sometimes block reception. These are all normal characteristics of FM reception and do not indicate any problem with radio itself.
The antenna automatically extends to its full height when the radio and ignition are turned on, and retracts when either is turned off.
Before extending the antenna, confirm that no one is close enough to get pushed.

NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is retracted before running your vehicle through an automatic car wash.




CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER

Use only cassette tapes of good quality, having no damage. Avoid using tapes with a total playing time longer than 90 minutes.
Using damaged tapes will cause trouble with the tape player. Longer tapes are not recommended because of the thinness.
Be sure that the tape is not slack and that the label is firmly stuck on the shell before insertion.
Have the tape firmly wound around the tape by turning the hub with a pencil or the like.
Be careful not to touch the exposed tape surface.
When not in use, take the cassette out of the player, put it back into its case and store it away from dust, magnets and direct sunlight.
Leaving the cassettes on the dashboard in the sun could result in damaged tapes.
Keep the playback head, capstan and pinch roller clean.
Remove tape coating residue accumulated on the head, capstan and pinch roller once or twice a month. A cleaning tape is available on the market.

NOTICE:
Do not oil any part of the tape player and do not insert metal goods or a magnet into the slot, or the tape player may be damaged.