C. Crane Fm Transmitter Operating Instructions

							Operating Instructions
PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE USE
AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
FM Transmitter     
						

							Patent #US D483,024 S
Copyright © 2004 by C. Crane Company, Inc., Fortuna, CA 95540
Phone: 1-800-522-8863 Web: ccrane.com
All rights reserved. No part of this booklet may be reproduced, in any form or
means whatsoever, without permission in writing from C. Crane Company, Inc.
Before Use
Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS on pages 13 - 14
before use. It is important to read
and understand all instructions.
For your future reference:
Serial No. Date of purchase
(
found inside battery compartment)
Name & address of dealer
Included Accessories:
AC Adapter 
Item Code: FMA
Optional Accessories:
Mobile Accessory  Kit
Item Code: FMK
Everything you need to use your FM
Transmitter in your car or truck. Kit
includes: Vent Clip Mount, 12 Volt
into 5 Volt Power Adapter, and
Cigarette Lighter Splitter.       $29.95
Patchcord For Use With
RCA Line Out 
Item Code: FMP           
						

							Introduction ....................................................................... 4
Audio Sources ................................................................ 4
Location of Controls ..................................................... 6
Connection to Power ..................................................... 7
Battery Installation ........................................................... 7
Tuning ............................................................................... 8
Tips to Make It Work Better .............................................. 9
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 10
Safety Instructions .......................................................... 13
Service Information ........................................................ 15
Table of Contents 
						

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Thank you for purchasing the FM Transmitter. It transmits high-fidelity
audio from any audio source such as Computer, TV, or CD player to
any FM radio receiver. Superior engineering and construction tech-
niques were used to bring you the highest quality FM transmitter possi-
ble. Never before has this level of performance been available at such a
low price. Digital tuning and Phase Locked Loop technology have been
incorporated for full FM band frequency coverage, with stability and
superb audio quality.
Introduction
The FM Transmitter is designed to transmit any audio to any FM
Receiver. You can transmit satellite audio to any receiver or car stereo,
transmit Internet audio from your computer to your portable radio, and
also transmit audio from your MP3 player to your home stereo or car.
Purpose
Audio Sources
From your computer to your 
home stereo:Connect the plug that is
attached to the FM Transmitter to the
headphone jack on your speakers or to
the audio output of the computer’s
sound card. Tune your receiver to the
transmitting frequency.
From a Satellite Receiver To Your Car
or Home Stereo:Connect the plug that
is attached to the FM Transmitter to the
Line Out jack of the receiver. Tune your
radio or car stereo to the transmitting
frequency.     
						

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From MP3 to a radio:Connect the plug
that is attached to the FM Transmitter to
the Line Out or headphone jack of the
MP3 player. Tune your radio or car
stereo to the transmitting frequency.
Audio Sources (Cont.)
From a portable CD player to your
car stereo:Connect the plug that is
attached to the FM Transmitter to the
Line Out or headphone jack of the
CD player. Tune your car stereo to
the transmitting frequency.
From a portable radio to a pocket
radio:Connect the plug that is attached
to the FM Transmitter to the Line Out or
headphone jack of your radio. Tune your
pocket radio to the transmitting
frequency.
This is sometimes good for office or
warehouse environments where
reception is only available in a window
or other specific location.       
						

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5
3
5) Frequency Display
6) DC Input Jack
7) Telescopic Antenna 1) Power Button/Timer
2) Audio Input Indicator
3) Input Level Control
4) Up/Down Tuning
Control Identification
7
6
Location of Controls
12
4   
						

							FM Transmitter Page  7
The FM Transmitter will operate on
the included AC adapter. It will also
operate on (2) “AA” size Alkaline
batteries.
Connection to Power
1)Open the cover by pushing down on the textured tab firmly and 
pushing the cover off toward the side of the unit, the same direction 
the textured arrow is pointing.
Battery Installation
2)Insert the (2) “AA” batteries into the compartment as indicated in 
the drawing below. Be sure the negative (-) end is against the 
spring. Refer to the drawing below to insure correct installation of 
your batteries..       
						

							Page 8  FM Transmitter
Antenna Orientation
Start with the antenna straight up and
fully extended. You can then orientate
the antenna to help transmit the signal
a certain direction.
To transmit audio from the FM Transmitter, it is best to find a clear FM
frequency that is not being broadcast on and free from interference.
1) Start with a radio and scan through the entire FM band (using a
digital radio will be easiest). You are looking for the largest gap in 
between stations. Once you find a gap, select a frequency located 
somewhere in the middle. Example: There are no stations broad-
casting between 90.1 - 93.5, select 91.5. Preferably there won’t be
a station broadcasting on either side of the frequency you have 
selected.
2) Now on your FM Transmitter, turn the power
on. Use the up or down tuning arrows to
select the same frequency as on your radio.
Hold the arrows down for faster tuning.
3) With the FM Transmitter plugged into the radio or other audio 
source, make sure you have adequate volume. The red LED light 
indicates there is too much volume. Adjust the input level control on 
the side of the unit or adjust the volume of your audio source until 
the light goes off. (Refer to page 6 for location of controls.) Too 
much audio may cause distortion.
Tuning
Notes On Tuning
If you are using a needle and dial radio, tune the transmitter to the
general vicinity of where you think you are on your radio. Because you
can’t match the frequency exactly, you may need to fine tune your radio
to the frequency. If you have a second radio to plug the FM Transmitter
into, you can tune the FM Transmitter until you can get the clearest
signal on your first radio.     
						

							FM Transmitter Page  9
Tips To Make It Work Better
Location
Optimum placement for the FM Transmitter is usually away from other
electronic devices and objects. The higher the transmitter is located the
better. The transmitter can be helped by placing it on something that will
act as a ground plane like a metal filing cabinet or a refrigerator. Try
moving it around for best performance.
Range is subject to many variables, including obstructions such as walls
and FM signal overload in your area. The range of the FM Transmitter is
between 30 and 75 feet, line of sight with no obstructions.
Auto Shut-Off 
The “Auto Shut-Off” will not work until you activate it. Press and hold the
power button down, the words Auto-OFF will appear on the display and
the transmitter will start to cycle through the available shut-off times.
You can choose from 1, 2, 3, 4 or 8 HR shut-off times. If you miss the
time you want, just keep holding the button down and it will start over.
To select your time, let go of the button. Turning the power off and back
on clears the auto shut-off. 
						

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Audio is distorted:
Try adjusting the input level on the side of the FM Transmitter (see
page 8, #3). If that doesn’t help, try adjusting the volume of your audio
source.
No Audio:
1) Verify that the power on the FM Transmitter, your audio source, and
your receiver is on.
2) Try adjusting the input level on the side of the FM Transmitter. If 
that doesn’t help, try adjusting the volume of your audio source.
3) Check your cable and make sure it is connected to the right audio 
source (see pages 4 & 5). 
4) Check your frequency and make sure you are tuned to the correct 
frequency.
If none of the above options work, try the FM Transmitter on another
device.
Trouble Shooting Guide