Bush CDAB51R Instruction manual

CONTENTS

Page 1

Introduction / Glossary

Page 2

What is DAB

Page 3

Safety instructions

Page 4-5

Controls & Functions / General

Operation

Page 5-8

DAB Operation

Page 9-10

FM Operation

Pa ge 11

Troubleshooting / Specications

Pag e 12

Guarantee

CDAB51R/RR Instruction manual

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on purchasing the Bush CDAB51R.

We trust that this product will give you hours of listening pleasure, and provide years
of unparalleled performance. As with any new electrical product please be patient
and allow 3 6 hours of use before all components have acclimatized themselves with
your surroundings and found their optimum working temperature.

GLOSSARY

DAB Digital Audio Broadcasting
RDS Radio Data System
UI User Interface
DLS Dynamic Label Segment
SNR Signal to Noise Ratio

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WHATS IS DAB?

DAB radio will change the way that people listen to radio over the next few years. You
will probably not be aware that digital radio will become mandator y in the future as the
terrestrial radio frequencies which you currently listen to will be re allocated for other
uses such as emergency ser vices. This means that today you are one of the pioneers

using this technology, however in a shor t space of time everybody will benet from

clear digital radio.

Digital radio offers an abundance of new digital only stations and improved sound
quality. There are no frequencies to remember so the CDAB51R can be tuned by
searching through station names. The audio quality of DAB is near that of a CD with
virtually no interference and no retuning. DAB is also enhanced with DLS (Digital
Label Segment), this is data transmitted by the station which may include information
about the station, program or song (see page 9).

The BBC was the pioneer of digital radio, beginning transmissions in September

1995. Digital One, the national commercial radio multiplex operator, began
broadcasting in N ovember 1999. There has been a growth in the number of digital
radio stations throughout the UK and both the BBC and Digital One are committed
to extending their c overage. Digital One currently covers 80% of the UK population,
soon to inc rease to 85%, and the BBC covers 65% with the aim of increasing
coverage to 90%

Your CDAB51R will receive DAB programs broadcast on Band 3 digital radio (174­240MHz). There are a total of 41 channels within this range numbered 5A to 13F, the
number of channels you can rec eive will be dependant on your location and signal
strength. The UK has been allocated seven multiplexes by the Radio Authority - in the
spectrum 217.5-230.0 MHz, which are numbered 11B to 12D.

A multiplex is a broadcaster such as BBC National DA B or Digital One who will
provide a host of dif ferent st ations within their multiplex. If we consider the BBC as an
example, the following diagram shows how the BBC multiplex may work.

Below the main multiplex provider (in this case ‘BBC National DAB’) will be a number
of primary stations. These are labelled with the station name (e.g Radio 2) rather than
the frequency. This allows you to tune the CDAB51R by station name, which is easier
than trying to recall frequencies.

Sometimes a secondary service station may be provided by the broadc aster, for
instanc e this is sometimes used when an alternative commentary is provided on a
sporting match or event. These secondary service stations are not permanent and
may not always be used for broadcast. When a secondary station is available below
the primary station, a ‘>’ symbol will be displayed after the primary station name. A
secondary station can be recognise by the ‘<’ symbol before the secondary station
name.

Check how many stations you can get
in your area by texting DAB and your
postcode to 88600#, or nd out which
stations are available on the website at:

www.getdigitalradio.com

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CARE & MAINTENANCE

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE ANY COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE,
REFER ANY SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Read and keep these instructions available for future reference.

• For indoor use only

• The unit must only be connected to a the UK mains power supply using the mains
power adapter provided.

• To reduce the risk of re or electrical shock, do not expose this unit to rain or

moisture.

• The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing.

• No objects lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

• Take care that foreign objects do not enter, or liquids are not spilled, into the case

through any openings. If this should happen, refer to qualied service personnel

before at tempting to use.

• Do not install near any heat source, such as radiators, or other equipment that
produces heat.

NOTE: This unit is designed to enter STANDBY mode automatically

after 20 MINUTES of inactivity in DAB mode only. Press the STANDBY

button to wake the unit.

To clean the CDAB51R radio, wipe the case with a slightly moist, lint-free cloth.

Do not use any cleaning uids containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives.

Do not spray an aerosol at or near the radio. Always use or iginal packaging if it is
necessary to transport the unit at any time. If this unit is used in a dusty environment,
it may be necessar y to have the unit serviced at your local dealer periodically. It
is not advisable to allow large deposits of dust to accumulate within the unit as it
may prevent adequate cooling. Similarly dust deposits which become damp can
sometimes lead to electrical problems which may cause severe damage to the
delicate electronics within this unit.

WEEE marking

“Information for the consumer”
Disposal of your old product
Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components,
which can be recycled and reused.
When this crossed out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the
product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
Please make yourself aware of the local collection system for electrical and
electronic products.
Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old products with
your normal household waste. The correct disposal of your old product will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

This product complies with European low voltage (73/23/EEC) and
electromagnetic compatibility (89/336/EEC) directives.

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