Bush DAB30 Instruction manual

Instruction manual

DAB/FM Radio with Bluetooth DAB30

Contents

You’ll soon be enjoying your new DAB/FM Radio with Bluetooth.

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 DAB/FM Radio with Bluetooth. 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.

Safety information

Safety information 7

Getting to know your DAB/FM Radio with Bluetooth

Ready? Let’s begin... 14

Power connection 16

Inserting batteries (optional) 16

Initial set-up 16

Adjusting the volume 17

Time and date 17

Change the mode 18

Using headphones 18

Connect to a Bluetooth device 18

Using your DAB/FM Radio with Bluetooth

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

FM Radio mode 26

Tuning to an FM station 26

Changing the scan setting 27

Audio mode 27

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

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

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.

Contents

Storing an FM station preset 28

Tune to an FM preset station 28

FM display information 29

Bluetooth mode 29

Connecting or ‘Pairing’ with your Radio 29

Listening to Music/Audio using Bluetooth 30

Setting the alarm 31

Sleep timer 33

Display backlight timeout 34

Display language 35

Software version 36

Factory reset 36

Other information

Technical specification 40

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Product support

Troubleshooting 44

Help and assistance 46

Disposal 47

Guarantee 48

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

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Safety information

Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating

Safety information

Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

Positioning the DAB/FM Radio with Bluetooth

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 (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 it will be in range of the connected or ‘paired’ bluetooth device (e.g. iPod/ iPhone/iPad/Android/other phone/computer, which is about 10 metres or less (33 feet or less) in line of sight.

• where there is enough height for the telescopic radio aerial.

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

Caution

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.

Moisture and water

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

Heat sources and ﬂames

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

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

General safety information

• Keep the product and all its parts out of reach of small children.

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

Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating

Safety information

• 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; if you have a pacemaker fitted or during an electrical storm.

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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

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.

Getting to know your DAB/FM

Radio with Bluetooth

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Getting to know your DAB/FM Radio with Bluetooth

You’ll be up and running in no time

Getting to know your DAB/FM Radio with Bluetooth

You’ll be up and running in no time

Getting to know your DAB/FM Radio with Bluetooth

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.

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

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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Fig 2.

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1. Handle

2. Speaker

3. Power on/off (standby)

4. Mode

5. Menu/Info

6. Preset

7. Skip back (Bluetooth mode)

8. Play/Pause (Bluetooth mode)

9. Volume control

10. Display

11. Speaker

12. Scan

13. Snooze

14. Skip forward (Bluetooth mode)

15. Tune/Select

16. Telescopic aerial

17. Battery compartment.

4 x 1.5V C-size (LR-14) batteries (not supplied)

18. Power socket

19. Headphone socket

20. Power On/Off switch

Getting to know your DAB/FM Radio with Bluetooth

You’ll be up and running in no time

Getting to know your DAB/FM Radio with Bluetooth

You’ll be up and running in no time

Getting to know your DAB/FM Radio with Bluetooth

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.

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

Power connection

1. Connect the mains power lead into the socket on the back of the Radio and fully extend the telescopic 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 switch on the back of the radio to On. The product display will light up and

Welcome to Digital Radio will be displayed.

4. Your radio will now be in Standby mode.

Inserting batteries (optional)

1. Before installing the batteries (not included) please ensure that the Radio is switched off, slide the power switch on the back to Off, and unplug from the mains power supply. Remember to remove the mains power plug from the back of the radio.

2. On the back of the Radio, push down the two tabs to release and remove the battery compartment cover.

3. Insert 4 x 1.5V C-size (also known as LR-14) batteries, making sure to note the ‘+’ and ‘-‘ markings and position the batteries the correct way around.

4. Replace the battery cover, making sure it ‘clicks’ shut.

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 by pressing and releasing the Scan button.

3. Turn the rotary Tune control to scroll through the available stations in the station list.

4. When the station that you would like to listen is displayed, press to Select.. There will

be a short delay whilst your radio tunes to your selected station.

Adjusting the volume

Turn the rotary volume control clockwise to increase the volume and anti-clockwise to decrease the volume.

Check the display, which will confirm the volume setting.

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, turn on the radio and follow the steps below:

Note: If used continuously on battery power, your radio has an approximate battery life of 5 hours, when using good quality alkaline batteries. When the battery power is low, ‘Battery Low’ will be displayed. Please switch off the radio and replace the batteries.

Initial set-up

1. Press and release the Power button on the front of your radio. Your radio will switch on and begin an automatic scan for DAB stations. A progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the number of stations found during the scan will also be displayed.

2. 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.

1. Press and hold the Menu/Info button until <Full scan> is displayed.

2. Use the Tune control to scroll to <System>. Press and release the Tune/Select control

to select.

3. Use the Tune control to scroll to <Time>. Press and release the Tune/Select control to select. <Set Time/Date> is displayed. Press and release the Tune/Select control to select.

4. Set time is displayed and the hour digits will flash. Use the Tune control to scroll to the correct hour. Press and release the Tune/Select control to select.

5. The minutes will now flash. Use the Tune control to scroll to the correct minutes. Press and release the Tune/Select control to select.

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