Instruction Manual
DAB/FM Radio DAB31-A
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Important safety information ....................... |
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Instructions for use ....................................... |
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Check the package contents ............... |
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Where to put your Radio ...................... |
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Time and date ....................................... |
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Charging the integral battery............... |
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Using your DAB Radio.................................. |
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Switch on................................................ |
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Switch off ................................................ |
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Change the mode................................. |
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Adjusting the volume............................ |
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Using headphones ............................... |
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Your DAB Radio ............................................. |
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Using the DAB radio..................................... |
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DAB radio mode ................................... |
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Changing DAB stations ........................ |
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Scanning for DAB stations .................... |
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Prune DAB stations ............................... |
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Storing a DAB station preset ................ |
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Tune to a DAB station preset ................ |
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DAB display information....................... |
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Dynamic range control (DRC) ............... |
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Using the FM radio ....................................... |
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FM Radio mode ..................................... |
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Tuning to an FM station ........................ |
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Changing the scan setting ................... |
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Audio mode........................................... |
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Storing an FM station preset ................ |
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Tune to an FM station preset ................ |
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FM display information ......................... |
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Set the time and date ................................... |
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Setting the time and date ..................... |
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Setting the alarm ................................... |
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Stop the Alarm....................................... |
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Snooze .................................................. |
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Turn off the Alarm ................................. |
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Sleep timer ............................................ |
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Cancel the sleep timer ......................... |
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System settings ............................................. |
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Display backlight timeout ..................... |
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Display language ................................. |
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Software version.................................... |
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Factory reset .......................................... |
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Technical information ................................... |
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Troubleshooting ............................................ |
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Help and assistance .................................... |
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Product guarantee ....................................... |
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Important safety information
Your Radio should be treated with care. The information below has been provided in the interest of safety and will help you to enjoy this product and the benefits it brings for many years.
•Keep the product and all its parts out of reach of small children.
•This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
•Keep it dry. Avoid exposure to precipitation, humidity and liquids which could all affect the product circuitry.
•Do NOT leave it in high temperatures as electronic devices and plastic parts may warp in heat.
•Do NOT leave it in low temperatures as moisture can form inside the product, which may damage the circuit board.
•Do NOT block or cover slots, holes or openings on the product by placing on soft furnishings such as carpets, rugs or beds as these are provided for functionality and/or ventilation to ensure safe operation of the product
•Do NOT store in dusty or dirty areas.
•Disconnect your Radio from the mains power supply during thunderstorms.
•Always check that you have completely switched off your Radio, before you change or disconnect the power supply.
•Only use the power supply that came with the product. Using an unauthorised power supply will invalidate your guarantee and may irrecoverably damage the product.
•Where the mains power plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
•Do NOT attempt to open the product. This product does not contain any user serviceable parts. Unauthorised handling of the device may damage it and will void your warranty.
•Do NOT use your Radio near emergency/intensive care medical equipment; if you have a pacemaker fitted or during an electrical storm.
•If the Radio will not be used for a long period of time, make sure that the product is switched off on the back and the mains power is unplugged.
•This product has an integral rechargeable battery. This product should not be disposed of in the normal household waste, it should be taken to an appropriate local recycling facility, where and when these are available.
•Do not throw this product, which has an integral battery, in a fire or attempt to open the outer casing.
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•Do NOT use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or detergents to clean the product. Wipe with a damp (not wet) soft cloth to clean.
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen to this radio at high volume levels for long periods of time.
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Instructions for use
Check the package contents
The package contains:
•1 x DAB/FM Radio with integral rechargeable battery
•1 x mains power lead and plug
•1 x instruction manual
Where to put your Radio
It is important that you consider carefully in advance where your Radio will be situated and make sure that it is:
•on a flat and stable surface
Note: Never place your Radio on antique or polished surfaces.
•within 1.4 metres of a power socket (if using mains power). Please ensure that the mains power lead is not a trip hazard.
•at least 1 metre away from other electrical appliances to avoid interference
•where you can fully extend the telescopic aerial
•away from bright sunlight or heat sources, such as a radiator
•not in a humid or very damp place such as a bathroom.
•not placed where it could be exposed to dripping or splashing.
•away from objects filled with liquid and that these are not placed onto the radio
Setting up
1.Connect the mains power lead into the socket on the back of the Radio and fully extend the radio aerial in a vertical position to obtain the maximum signal strength.
2.Plug the power adaptor into the mains power wall socket and switch on.
3.Slide the On/Off switch on the back of the radio to ‘On’.
4.The display will light up, ‘Welcome to Digital Radio’ will be displayed and the Radio will go to standby mode.
Note: As this product has an integral rechargeable battery, the battery charging icon, above the display on the right hand side, will also switch on to show that the Radio battery is charging.
5.Press and release the ‘Standby’ button on the top of the Radio. Your radio will switch on and begin an automatic scan for DAB radio stations. A progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the number of stations found during the scan will also be displayed.
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When the scan is complete your radio will select the first available station and begin to play. Stations are listed in numerical and then alphabetical order by default.
Note: The DAB radio station list is stored in the memory and so the next time you switch your radio on, the station search does not take place. It is possible to scan manually for stations. Please see page 9.
Time and date
The first time you listen to DAB radio, the time and date of your product will be synchronised automatically to that broadcast by the DAB service in 24 hour mode; which is in line with daylight saving, so there is no need to set the time and date manually.
If you do wish to set the time and date manually, please see page 16.
Charging the integral battery
Your DAB radio has an integral rechargeable battery and there is no need to buy additional batteries to use this product.
When you plug in your radio and slide the switch on the back to ‘On’, the battery charging icon above the display on the right hand side, will also switch on to show that the Radio battery is charging.
When the battery is fully charged, the battery charging icon will go out.
After a full battery charge, If used continuously on battery power, your Radio has an approximate battery life of 8 hours.
When the battery power is low, ‘Battery low’ will be displayed and the low battery icon will also light up. Please switch off the Radio and reconnect to the mains power supply to recharge the battery.
Note: We recommend that when you are using the Radio on battery power, you select to display the battery status on the bottom line of the display. Repeatedly press and release the ‘Menu’ button on the top of the Radio to cycle through the information options until the battery status is displayed
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Using your DAB/FM Radio
Switch on
Press and release the ‘Standby’ button. The display will fully switch on and your Radio will return to the mode that it was last used in (DAB/FM). If you were listening to a radio station before then this station will be automatically selected.
Note: Always make sure that the aerial is fully extended, to ensure the maximum signal strength and the best possible sound quality.
Switch off
Press and release the ‘Standby’ button. The Radio will go into Standby mode.
To completely switch off the Radio and the display, slide the On/Off switch on the back of the radio to ‘Off’ and switch off the mains power at the wall socket.
Note: If you are using this product on battery power, it is recommended that you always completely switch off the radio, using the ‘On/Off’ switch on the back. This will ensure that you get the maximum battery life from the rechargeable battery.
Change the mode
Briefly press and release the ‘Mode’ button to change modes. DAB and FM radio modes are available. Please check the display, which will confirm the mode.
Adjusting the volume
Turn the volume rotary control anti-clockwise to decrease the volume and clockwise to increase the volume. When you adjust the volume, please check the display which will confirm the volume setting.
Using headphones
You can connect headphones with a 3.5mm plug (not included) to your Radio. The stereo headphone socket can be back of the Radio. When you have headphones connected the Radio speakers are switched off and all sound is via the headphones.
Note: Always keep the volume within reasonable limits.
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Your DAB/FM Radio |
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Top view |
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Carry handle |
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Rotary volume |
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Rotary tune control |
control wheel |
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Press to select |
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Snooze/Sleep |
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Standby |
Mode |
Menu |
Preset |
Front view |
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Backlit display |
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Battery status icons |
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Back view:
Telescopic aerial
On/Off switch |
Mains power socket |
Stereo headphone socket |
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Using the DAB radio
Telescopic aerial
Please make sure that the aerial is fully extended and adjusted before you attempt to tune to a DAB radio station (a vertical position is recommended). This will ensure that the maximum signal strength is available when the Radio begins to scan. Extending the aerial also ensures the best possible sound quality.
DAB radio mode
Check that your Radio is in DAB radio mode. If you are not already in DAB mode, briefly press and release the Mode to go to DAB mode (check the display).
The first time you use the Radio or if the station list is empty, your radio will automatically begin to scan for DAB radio stations. A progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the number of stations found during the scan will also be displayed.
When the scan is complete your radio will select the first available station and begin to play. Stations are listed in numerical and then alphabetical order by default.
Changing DAB stations
In DAB mode:
1.Turn the rotary ‘Tune/Select’ control on the top of the radio to scroll through the available stations.
2.When the station that you would like to listen to is displayed press to ‘Select’. There will be a short delay whilst your DAB radio tunes to your selected station.
Scanning for DAB stations
With DAB radio, additional stations and services regularly become available so it’s a good idea to carry out a manual scan every now and then to make sure that you have the most up to date station listing stored within the memory of your Radio. If you have moved your Radio to another location,
e.g.: if you go on holiday, then it’s also a good idea to carry out a manual scan.
In DAB mode:
1.Press and hold the ‘Menu’ button, ‘<Full scan>’ will be displayed.
2.Press the rotary ‘Tune/Select’ control to select. The display will change to ‘Scanning...’. A progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the number of stations found during the scan will also be displayed.
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