Bush BD-1706 Instruction manual

Instruction manual

BD-1706

You’ll soon be enjoying your new Stereo DAB Radio.

It all begins here, with your instructions. Don’t worry, there’s
nothing too technical coming up. Just simple, step-by-step
guidance to get you up and running quickly. Sound good? Then
let’s get started.

Help and Guidance

We’re here to help you get the most from your Stereo DAB Radio. Should you require any
guidance, a simple solution can often be found online at:

www.argos-support.co.uk

If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021.

If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the

Troubleshooting

Contents

Safety information

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Help and Guidance 2

General safety information 8

Power source 8

Positioning the Stereo DAB Radio 9

Moisture and water 9

Ventilation 10

Heat sources and flames 10

Getting to know your Stereo DAB Radio

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Connection 16

Inserting batteries (optional) 16

Initial set-up 16

Adjusting the volume 17

Time and date 17

Change the mode 18

Using your Stereo DAB Radio

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Telescopic aerial 22

DAB Radio mode 22

Changing DAB stations 22

Scanning for DAB stations 22

Prune DAB stations 23

Storing a DAB station preset 23

Tune to a DAB preset station 24

DAB display information 24

Dynamic range control (DRC) 25

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FM Radio mode 26

Telescopic aerial 26

Tuning to an FM station 26

Changing the Scan setting 26

Audio mode 27

Storing an FM station preset 27

Tune to an FM preset station 28

FM display information 28

Setting the alarm 29

Stop the Alarm 30

Snooze 30

Turn off the Alarm 31

Sleep timer 31

Cancel the Sleep timer 31

Display backlight timeout 31

Display language 32

Other information

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Software version 36

Factory reset 36

Technical specification 37

Product support

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Troubleshooting 40

Help and assistance 41

Disposal 42

Your Bush Guarantee 43

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1Safety information

Safety information

Important - Please read these instructions fully before
installing or operating

General safety information

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.

• 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 or during

an electrical storm.

To avoid possible hearing damage, do not listen to this radio at high volume
levels for long periods of time. Always keep the volume within reasonable
limits.

Power source

• 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.

• 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.

• Where the mains power plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect
device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

• If the Radio will not be used for a long period of time, make sure that all of the
batteries are removed from the battery compartment and the mains power is
unplugged.

• Only use recommended batteries or those of the same or equivalent type.

• Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types.

• Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity.

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Safety information

Important - Please read these instructions fully before
installing or operating

• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.

• Remove the batteries from the Radio if they will not be used for an extended period of
time.

• Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat, such as sunshine, fire or the like.

• Never throw batteries in a fire or attempt to open the outer casing.

• Batteries are harmful if swallowed, so keep away from young children.

• CAUTION: Danger of explosion if batteries are incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type.

Positioning the Stereo DAB 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.

• within 1.4 metres of a power socket. 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.

• Never place your Radio directly onto antique or polished surfaces.

Moisture and water

• Keep it dry. Avoid exposure to precipitation, humidity and liquids which could all affect
the product circuitry.

• Do not leave it in low temperatures as moisture can form inside the product, which
may damage the circuit board.

section of these instructions, or online at www.argos-support.co.uk If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021.

Safety information

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Safety information

Important - Please read these instructions fully before
installing or operating

Ventilation

• 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.

Heat sources and flames

• Do not leave it in high temperatures as electronic devices and plastic parts may warp

in heat.

• Keep it away from bright sunlight or heat sources, such as a radiator.

• Never place any type of candle or naked flame on top of, or near the product.

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Getting to know your Stereo DAB

Radio

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Getting to know your Stereo DAB Radio

You’ll be up and running in no time

Ready? Let’s begin...

Please read these instructions carefully. They contain important information which will
help you get the best from your product and ensure safe and correct installation and
operation.

If you require any further assistance, our technical experts are happy to help. For full
details, refer to the product support section at the end of these instructions.

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