MagicBox Arden User Manual

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Stereo DAB+/FM Radio

Contents

Where to put your radio � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 3

Setting up � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 3

Your Stereo DAB+ / FM radio � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 5

Using your DAB+ radio � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6

Switch on � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6

Switch o � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6

Adjusting the volume � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6

Changing DAB+ stations � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6

Scanning for DAB+ stations � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6

Manual tune � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 7

Storing a DAB+ station preset � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 7

Tune to a DAB+ preset station � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 8

DAB+ display information � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 8

Using the FM radio � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 9

FM radio mode � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 9

Tuning to an FM station � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 9

Storing an FM station preset � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 9

Using the alarm � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11

To set an alarm � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11

When the alarm sounds � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11

To cancel an alarm � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11

Technical information � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 12

Specication � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 12

Software version � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 12

Reset your radio � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 12

Simple solutions � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 13

General information� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 14

Care and maintenance � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 14

Consumer product warranty � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 15

Tune to an FM preset station � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 10

FM display information � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 10

Product Set Up

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 ﬂ

* within 1

* whe

* not in a humid or

at and stable surface

.8 metres of a power socket

re you can fully extend the telescopic aerial

away from bright sunlight or heat sources, such as a radiator

very damp place such as a bathroom

Setting up

Step 1: Connect the mains power lead into the socket on the

bot

tom left of the back of the radio and fully extend the radio

rial in a vertical position to obtain the maximum signal

strength.

Note: Only use the power supply provided. Using an unautho and m

Step 2: Plug the power adaptor into the mains power wall socket and swi displ

rised power supply will invalidate your warranty

ay damage your radio.

tch on. ‘Welcome to Digital Radio’ will be

ayed.

Step 3: Press the ‘Power’ button on the front of the radio.

The ﬁrst time you switch your radio on it will automatically be

gin 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 nume

rical and then alphabetical order by default.

Note: The DAB+ radio station list is stored in the memory and so the n sea

rch does not take place. It is possible to scan manually for

stations. Please see page 6.

Step 4: Inserting the batteries (optional). Before installing the b unplugged f

On the back of the radio, push the two tabs on the battery

compartment down and remove the battery cover. Insert

.5V LR14 C-size batteries, making sure to note the ‘+’

4 x 1 and

‘-‘ markings and position the batteries the correct way

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

ext time you switch your radio on, the station

atteries (not included) please ensure that the Radio is

rom the mains power supply.

Note: For battery operation, please switch oﬀ the mains adap

tor and remove the mains power plug from the back of

the

radio.

• Only use the equi

valent type.

Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of diﬀerent

•

recommended batteries or those of the same

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.

Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.

•

• Dispose of old b

• Ne

•

ver throw batteries in a ﬁre or attempt to open the outer

casing

Batteries are harmful if swallowed, so keep away from

atteries carefully.

young children.

Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as

• sunshine or ﬁ

•

CAUTION: Danger of overheating or ﬁre if batteries are

correctly replaced. Replace only with the same or

in equivalent type

re.

Your Stereo DAB+ / FM Radio

Telescopic aerial

(at rear)

Scan

Carry handle

Backlit display

Power

Preset

DAB+/FM mode

Rotary volume

control

Mains power socket

(at rear)

Scan

Power

Preset

DAB/FM

Stereo speakers

Info.

Alarm

Info

Alarm

Memory buttons

Rotary tune control Push to select

Battery compartment (at rear)

Using your DAB+ Radio

Switch on

Press the ‘Power’ button on the front of the radio. The display will swi was last used in (DAB+ or FM). If you were listening to a DAB+ st

Note: Always make sure that the aerial is fully extended and adjus the maximum si quali

tch on and your radio will return to the mode that it

ation before then this station will be automatically selected.

ted (a vertical position is recommended), to ensure

gnal strength and the best possible sound

ty.

Switch oﬀ

Press the ‘Power’ button on the front of the radio, the clock will be displ

To completely switch oﬀ the radio and the display, switch oﬀ

the mains p

ayed.

ower socket.

Adjusting the volume

Turn the left hand ‘Volume’ rotary control anti-clockwise to

rease the volume and clockwise to increase the volume.

dec

Changing DAB+ stations

1. If you are not already in DAB+ mode, Press the ‘DAB/FM’ but

ton to go to DAB+ mode.

2. Turn the right hand ‘Tune’ rotary control to scroll through the available stations. Stop when the station you like to listen to is displ

ayed and your radio will tune to that station.

Scanning for DAB+ stations

With DAB+ radio, additional stations and services regularly

come available so it’s a good idea to carry out a manual

very now and then to make sure that you have the

scan e most up your radio. If you have moved your radio to another location, eg: if a manual scan

1. If you are not already in DAB+ mode, press the ‘DAB/FM’ but

to date station listing stored within the memory of

you go on holiday, then it’s also a good idea to carry out

ton to go to DAB+ mode.

2. Press the ‘Scan’ button to begin a local search for stations. The display will change to ‘Autotune Quick scan’, followed by ‘Searching...’. A progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the number of st will also be displ se

conds.

ayed. A local scan takes approximately 10

ations found during the scan

3. Press and hold the ‘Scan’ button for 2 seconds to begin a wide

r, national and local scan. The display will change to ‘Autotune Full scan’, followed by ‘Searching...’. A progress bar will sh st

ations found during the scan will also be displayed. A

ow the progress of the scan and the number of

national and local scan takes approximately 1 minute but can take up

to 3 minutes.

Note: You may need to adjust the aerial or move your radio to get the strongest possible signal.

3. Press the rotary ‘Tune’ control to display the radio text for the f

requency that you have selected. ‘MAN’ will also be

displ

ayed in the top right of the display to remind you that

you are in Manual tune mode.

4. Press the rotary ‘Tune’ control again to return to DAB+ au

totune mode. ‘DAB’ will be displayed in the top right of

the displ

ay.

Storing a DAB+ station preset

Your radio can store up to 10 DAB+ stations in its preset memo

ries for instant access to your favourite stations.

Manual tune

Using the manual tune feature you can select a speciﬁc

gital radio channel frequency and then manually adjust

the ae

rial, or the location of the radio, to get the strongest

possible si

1. Press and hold the rotary ‘Tune’ control until ‘Manual tune’ is displ

2. Turn the rotary ‘Tune’ control to scroll through the digital radio frequencies. Stop when the frequency you would like to listen to is displayed and your radio will then attempt to tune

gnal for that channel in your location.

ayed.

to that frequency. ‘Tuning...’ will be displayed.

Note: When you store DAB+ radio station presets, these do not

overwrite your FM station presets.

1. Tune your radio to the station that you wish to preset (see chan

ging DAB+ stations, page 6).

2. Press and hold the ‘Preset’ button. Preset location 1 will be displ

ayed.

3. Turn the rotary ‘Tune’ control to the preset location that you would like to store the radio station to (1-10). Press the ‘Tune’ control to save the station to the displayed preset location. The display will conﬁrm ‘Preset X stored’, where ‘X’ is the number of the p

reset location (1-10).

Note: If there is already an existing DAB+ station stored

under a preset location, it will be over written when you store the new station�

Tune to a DAB+ preset station

In DAB+ mode:

1� Press the ‘Preset’ button� Preset location 1 will be displayed�

2� Turn the rotary ‘Tune’ control to display the preset location

(1-10) that you would like to select� Press the ‘Tune’ control� The radio will instantly tune to the stored station and begin to play�

Alternatively, for preset locations 1, 2 and 3, you can simply

press the ‘1’, ‘2’ or ‘3’ button on the front of the radio for quick and fast access to stations stored there�

Note: If no DAB+ station has been stored under a preset

location, ‘Preset Empty X’ is displayed and after a few seconds the display will revert to the previously selected station�

DAB+ display information

When listening to a DAB+ station you can change the

information that will appear on the second line of the display� There are several dierent types of information that are sent by the broadcaster�

Dynamic Label Segment (DLS) - this is scrolling text information supplied by the broadcaster� Information could be the name of an artist or music title, DJ’s name, contact details for the radio station etc� Program Type (PTY) - such as ‘Rock ’, ‘Pop‘, Talk’ or ‘News’ Multiplex Name - displays the broadcasting area and collection of radio stations on this frequency eg: BBC National DAB, Digital 1 Network� Signal Strength - An empty will appear on the second line

of the display to indicate the minimum signal strength for acceptable listening� The row of solid rectangles indicate the actual signal strength that you are receiving� The stronger the signal, the further to the right the row of solid rectangles will be�

Time - supplied by the broadcaster� Channel and Frequency - eg: 12B 225�64 MHz Signal Information - Stereo or Mono and the data rate at which the signal is being transmitted�

1� Press the ‘Info’ button repeatedly to move through the

display options�

Using the FM Radio

FM Radio Mode

Check that your radio is in FM mode. You will see ‘FM’ to the far

right of line 1 of the display together with a radio

frequency eg: 89.60MHz.

When your radio is in FM mode it can receive Radio Data System or ‘RDS’ information if this is being transmitted by the b

roadcaster. RDS information will often include the

ation name, detail about the programme and the current

time

If you were listening to an FM station when you switched the radio oﬀ then this station will be automatically selected when

you switch the radio back on.

Tuning to an FM station

1. If you are not already in FM mode, press the ‘DAB/FM’ button to go to FM mode.

2. Press the ‘Scan’ button. The Radio will scan until it ﬁnds the next station where it will stop and show the frequency, or RDS in

formation, if it is available.

Note: With FM radio it may be necessary to ‘ﬁne tune’ each

ation by turning the ‘Tune’ control. If reception is still poor adjust the position of the ae to another location.

rial or try moving the radio

Storing an FM station preset

Your radio can store up to 10 FM stations in its preset memo

ries for instant access to your favourite stations

Note: When you store FM radio station presets, these do not overwrite your DAB+ station presets.

1. Tune your radio to the station that you wish to preset (see Tuning to an FM station on this page).

2. Press and hold the ‘Preset’ button. Preset location 1 will be displ

ayed.

reset location (1-10).

Note: If there is already an existing FM station stored under a preset location, it will be over written when you store the new st

ation.

Tune to an FM preset station

FM display information

In FM mode:

1� Press the ‘Preset’ button� Preset location 1 will be displayed�

2� Turn the rotary ‘Tune’ control to display the preset location

(1-10) that you would like to select� Press the ‘Tune’ control� The radio will instantly tune to the stored station and begin to play�

Alternatively, for preset locations 1, 2 and 3, you can simply

press the ‘1’, ‘2’ or ‘3’ button on the front of the radio for quick and fast access to stations stored there�

Note: If no FM station has been stored under a preset

location, ‘Preset Empty X’ is displayed and after a few seconds the display will revert to the previously selected station�

When listening to an FM station you can change the

information that will appear on the second line of the display� There are six dierent types of information that are sent by the broadcaster�

Dynamic Label Segment (DLS) - this is scrolling text information supplied by the broadcaster� Information could be the name of an artist or music title, DJ’s name, contact details for the radio station etc� Program Type (PTY) - such as ‘Rock ’, ‘Pop‘, Talk’ or ‘News’ Signal Strength - An empty will appear on the second line

Time - supplied by the broadcaster� Frequency - eg: 89�60 MHz Signal Information - depending on the quality of the signal

the radio will automatically switch between ‘Stereo’ and ‘Mono’� When ‘Auto’ or ‘Mono’ is displayed, press the rotary ‘Tune’ control to switch between each mode�

1� Press the ‘Info’ button repeatedly to move through the

display options�

Using the Alarm

You can set an alarm on your radio when it is switched on or in ‘Standby’ mode� You can choose to wake to a buzzer or to a DAB+ or FM radio station�

To set an alarm

1� Press the ‘Alarm’ button� ‘OFF’ will ash in the display�

2� Turn the rotary ‘Tune’ control to display ‘ON’ or ‘OFF’ and

press the ‘Tune’ control to select ‘ON’� ‘ 00’ will ash in the display�

3� Turn the ‘Tune’ control to set the hour for your alarm and

press the ‘Tune’ control to select� ‘00’ will ash in the display�

4� Turn the ‘Tune’ control to set the minutes for your alarm and

press the ‘Tune’ control to select� ‘Alarm1 Type’ is displayed�

5� Turn the ‘Tune’ control to choose to wake to a buzzer or to

DAB+ or FM radio and press the ‘Tune’ control to select�

Note: If you select to wake to DAB+ or FM radio, the alarm

will use the last DAB+ or FM station that the radio was tuned to�

6� When you turn the radio o a small bell symbol will be

displayed in the top right of the display to conrm that an alarm has been set�

When the alarm sounds

1� Press the ‘Alarm’ button once to stop the alarm�

To cancel an alarm

1� Follow the steps ‘To set an alarm’ on this page and select

‘OFF’ at step 2�

Technical Information

Specication

Power adaptor: Output DC 6V 1A

Input AC 100-240V/50-60Hz Output: 2 x 2W RMS Batteries: 4 x 1�5V LR14 C-size (optional, not supplied)

Frequency range: DAB+ Band III, 174 MHz to 240 MHz FM 87�5 MHz to 108 MHz

Software version

To check the software version of your radio

1� Press the ‘Menu’ button� The software version will be

displayed�

Reset your radio

You can reset your radio and restore all of the original factory

settings�

Note: If you reset your radio all of your DAB+ and FM station

presets and alarm settings will be deleted�

1� Press and hold the ‘DAB/FM’ button� ‘Press Enter Key to

Reset’ will be displayed�

2� Press the rotary ‘Tune’ control� ‘System reset’ will be

displayed, followed by ‘OK’� The radio will now reset and then 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�

Simple Solutions

If you are experiencing problems with your radio there

are some quick and easy checks that you can do, which may help to solve the problem.

Radio reception is poor

- Please check that the aerial is FULLY extended for the maximum signal strength and improved reception�

- Try moving your radio to an alternative location to see if the reception improves� Please remember to scan for DAB+ stations again once you have moved your radio� See page 6�

- Check that you do not have other electrical equipment too

close to your radio, causing interference�

- Visit www�digitalradioplus�com�au for information about DAB+ reception in your area�

No sound

- Adjust the volume using the rotary ‘Volume’ control�

- Please check that the mains power lead is connected at the

back of the radio and the mains power wall socket is switched on�

- You may need to re-scan if the station you last listened to is no longer available� See page 6�

The function buttons do not respond

- Check that the power lead is plugged into the back of the radio and that the mains adaptor is plugged in and switched on� Press the ‘Power’ button on the front of the radio�

- If you are using batteries, they may be exhausted and need to be replaced�

- Turn o the radio and unplug the mains power� Leave for 1 minute and then reconnect your radio�

- Try a reset to factory defaults� See page 12

- If you are using batteries, they may be exhausted and need to be replaced�

General Information

Care and Maintenance

Your radio is of superior design and manufacture and should

be treated with care� The suggestions below will help you to enjoy this product and the benets it brings for many years�

- Keep the product and all its parts out of reach of small

children�

- Keep it dry� Avoid exposure to precipitation, humidity and

liquids which could all aect 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 store in dusty or dirty areas�

- Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or detergents

to clean the product� Wipe with a damp (not wet) soft cloth to clean�

- Do not attempt to open the product� Unauthorised handling

of the device may damage it and will void your warranty�

- Only use the power supply that came with the product� Using an unauthorised power supply will invalidate your guarantee and may irrecoverably damage the radio�

Consumer Product Warranty

Australia & New Zealand Standard Warranty

For Magicbox Products

Consumer Product Warranty (Warranty against Defects)

The purchase of a Magicbox product (hereinafter referred to

in this Standard Warranty as “good(s)”) includes coverage by the Magicbox Standard Warranty� The Magicbox Standard Warranty is provided by: Standard Radio Distributors trading as Canohm (ABN 57 004 817 949), 3/200 Turner Street, Port Melbourne, Victoria 3207 Australia� Ph: 03 9644 7888, Email: service@canohm.com.au

Warranty terms and conditions

1�1 Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded

under the Australian Consumer Law� You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage� You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure� The benets provided in this Standard Warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies you may have under law�

1�2 Subject to the above, as part of your Standard Warranty

Canohm agrees to repair or replace at Canohm’s cost the goods (which includes a supplied Magicbox accessory) purchased by you in Australia or New Zealand from a Magicbox Authorised Dealer when the good does not perform in accordance with the manufacturer’s specications during the Warranty Term specied below, commencing from the date of purchase�

1�3 Goods returned for repair may be modied or repaired with

refurbished parts of the same type� Replacement of the good or a part does not extend or restart the Warranty Term�

1�4 In the case of a good presented for repair which is capable of

retaining user-generated data (e�g� internal memory), you are advised that the repair process of the good may result in loss of that data�

1�5 The good will be at the owner’s risk whilst in transit to

and from the Canohm Authorised Service Centre, unless transported by Canohm or its Authorised representatives�

1�6 Transportation of the good to Canohm or its Service Centre

is at your cost� Canohm will not be liable for any damage caused to the good whilst in transit�

1�7 The cost of repair or replacement of the good shall be at

Canohm’s cost but Canohm and its Authorised Service Centres may seek reimbursement of any costs incurred by them when the good is found to be in proper working order�

General exclusions and limitations

2�0 To the full extent permitted by law, but subject always to

clause 1�1, the Standard Warranty will not apply: (a)� If the good has not been installed, operated, maintained

or used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions or specications provided with the good�

(b)� If the serial number has been altered or removed from

the good�

(d)� To damage arising out of or during transportation,

installation or while moving the good, or to any transportation costs of the good or any parts thereof to and from the owner, unless otherwise specied in these warranty terms�

(e)� To any third-party software or hardware not

contained in the good as originally congured by the manufacturer�

(f)� To any failure, to the extent that the failure is not a

failure of the good to perform in accordance with its specications�

(g)� To replacement or repair of any:

(c)� To damage as a result of malfunction or failure resulting

from alterations, accident, misuse, abuse, re, liquid spillage, faulty or mis-adjustment of customer controls, use on an incorrect voltage, voltage supply problems, power surges and dips, thunderstorm activity, acts of God, tampering or unauthorised repairs by any persons, use of defective or incompatible accessories, the operation of a computer virus of any kind, exposure to conditions that are known to cause damage or entry by any foreign object in the good�

(I)� consumables (including batteries and cables), or

(II)� lost parts or accessories�

(h)� To service of any good whilst it is outside Australia and

New Zealand�

(i)� To any wear and tear if the good is used in commercial,

industrial, educational or rental applications�

(j)� If DAB+ (Digital Radio) broadcast is not received:

Making a Claim

(I)� due to unreasonable/unusual environmental

factors such as in tunnels (e�g� rail or road), underground, or in buildings or other structures whose location or method of construction prevents a DAB+ radio from receiving a DAB+ signal, or

(II)� where the receivers are being used in areas which

are “not covered” by DAB+ broadcasts� (In Australia refer to Commercial Radio Australia’s website www�digitalradioplus�com�au for current reception areas�)

3�0 To the full extent permitted by law but subject always to

clause 1�1:

(a)� Canohm will not be liable for any loss, damage or

alterations to:

(I)� third party hardware or software; or

(II)� programs, data or information stored on any

media or any part of the good, no matter how occurring; or for any loss or damage arising from loss of use, loss of prots or revenue, or for any resulting indirect or consequential loss or damage�

4�0 To make a claim under the Standard Warranty you will need

to:

(a)� Contact Canohm (contact details below) to notify your

claim and provide sucient details to enable Canohm to assess the claim� In order to assist with this process you may visit the Support section located on the Magicbox website�

(b)� Provide or make the good available to Canohm or a

Canohm Authorised Service Centre� If you are required to return the good to a Canohm Authorised Service Centre, Canohm will provide details of the centre to you�

(c)� Provide proof of purchase of the good(s) (e�g� invoice

or purchase receipt) at the time of making your claim (unless not required by law)�

All Magicbox Products have a 1 year warranty.

For further details or to nd your nearest Magicbox Authorised Service Centre please contact:

Australia Toll Free on 1800 636 026 Web: www.magicboxaudio.com.au or email service@canohm.com.au

New Zealand Toll Free on 0800 486 435 Web: www.magicboxaudio.co.nz

or email: info@mayogroup.co.nz

Issue 1/Jul13

MagicBox Arden User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual