
Instruction manual
Compact Digital Radio WO280

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You’ll soon be enjoying your new Compact Digital 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 Compact Digital 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.

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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
Safety information
Safety information 7
Getting to know your Compact Digital Radio
Charging the battery 14
Adjusting the volume 14
Time and date 15
Change the mode 16
Using headphones 16
Using your Compact Digital Radio
DAB Radio mode 20
Telescopic aerial 20
Changing DAB stations 20
Scanning for DAB stations 20
Prune DAB stations 21
Storing a DAB station preset 21
Tune to a DAB preset station 22
DAB display information 22
Dynamic range control (DRC) 24
FM Radio mode 24
Telescopic aerial 25
Tuning to an FM station 25
Changing the Scan setting 25
Audio mode 26
Storing an FM station preset 26
Tune to an FM preset station 27
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Contents
FM display information 27
Sleep timer 28
Display backlight timeout 28
Display language 29
Software version 30
Factory reset 30
Other information
Technical specification 34
Product support
Troubleshooting 38
Help and assistance 39
Disposal 40
Guarantee 42
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Safety information
Important - Please read these instructions fully before
installing or operating
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Power source
• Only use the USB cable that came with the product. Using an unauthorised cable will
invalidate your guarantee and may irrecoverably damage the product.
• This product has an integral rechargeable battery and should not be disposed of in
the normal household waste but taken to an appropriate recycling facility, where and
when these are available
• Never throw batteries in a fire or attempt to open the outer casing.
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.
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.

Safety information
Important - Please read these instructions fully before
installing or operating
Safety information
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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.
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; if you have
a pacemaker fitted or during an electrical storm.
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.

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Getting to know your Compact
Digital Radio

Getting to know your Compact Digital Radio
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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.
Getting to know your Compact Digital Radio
You’ll be up and running in no time

Getting to know your Compact Digital Radio
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 Compact Digital Radio
You’ll be up and running in no time
Fig 1.
1. Dot matrix display
2. Press to Power on. Press and release to
change the Mode (DAB/FM), Press and
hold to Power off
3. Next station/Menu option
4. Menu
5. Scan
6. Previous station/Menu option
7. Preset
8. Micro USB charging socket
9. Headphone socket
10. Telescopic aerial (at rear)
11. Rotary volume control/Press to select
12. Lanyard holder
13. Lock switch
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Getting to know your Compact Digital Radio
You’ll be up and running in no time
Getting to know your Compact Digital Radio
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Charging the battery
1. Your Compact Digital Radio has an integral rechargeable battery. Before you use your
radio for the first time, you need to charge the battery, which will take approximately
5 hours. From a full charge you will be able to listen to your radio continuously for
approximately 18 hours.
2. Connect the micro USB end of the charging cable to the Micro USB socket on the left
hand side of the Compact radio.
3. Plug the standard end of the charging cable into a computer or other USB charging
device. The radio display will switch on, ‘Welcome to Digital Radio’ will be displayed
and then your radio will go to Standby mode.
4. Extend the telescopic aerial, this will ensure that the maximum signal strength is
available when the radio begins to scan for stations.
5. Press and release the Power button to switch on your radio and begin an automatic
scan for DAB Radio stations. When the scan is complete, press and release the Menu
button until the battery charge status is displayed e.g. ‘Battery 25’.
Note: If the battery is completely exhausted, you will need to wait a short while after
it has been on charge, before the radio will power on and you are able to check the
battery status information.
6. When the Compact Radio battery is fully charged, ‘Battery 100’ will be displayed.
Adjusting the volume
Turn the rotary volume control on the right hand side of the radio, clockwise to increase
the volume and anti-clockwise to decrease the volume.
Check the display, which will confirm the volume setting.