Roberts R260 User Manual

R260

2-band Portable Radio

ROBERTS

Please read this manual before use

Controls (top panel)

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Volume Tuning

Tone FM MW O

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1. Volume control

2. Telescopic aerial

3. Tone control button

4. Waveband buttons

5. Off button

6. Headphone socket

7. Tuning control

8. Dial scale

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Controls (rear)

9. DC in socket

DC 7.5V

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PIN+ve

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Battery operation

1. Release the catch securing the rear door of your radio.

2. Insert four LR20 (D size) batteries into the spaces in the compartment. Take
care to ensure all batteries are inserted with the correct polarity as shown
inside the battery compartment. Close the rear door and secure the catch.

3. Reduced power, distortion and a ‘stuttering’ sound are all signs that the
batteries may need replacing.

4. If the radio is not to be used for any extended period of time it is recommended
that the batteries are removed from the radio.

We would recommend for economy that the radio is used via the AC adaptor

whenever possible with battery operation for occasional or stand-by use only.

IMPORTANT: The batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat

such as sunshine, fi re or the like. After use, disposable batteries should
if possible be taken to a suitable recycling centre. On no account should
batteries be disposed of by incineration.

Using the AC adaptor

1. Insert the adaptor plug into the DC in socket on the rear of your
radio.

2. Plug the adaptor into a standard mains socket outlet. Whenever the adaptor
is used the batteries are automatically disconnected. The AC adaptor should
be disconnected from the mains supply and the radio when not in use.

• IMPORTANT: The mains adaptor is used as the means of connecting the
radio to the mains supply. The mains socket used for the radio must remain
accessible during normal use. In order to disconnect the radio from the mains
completely, the mains adaptor should be removed from the mains socket
outlet completely.

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DC 7.5V

PIN+ve

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DC 7.5V

PIN+ve

Radio operation

Your radio is equipped with two wavebands to enable you to select the
programme of your choice. The FM band uses an external telescopic aerial
which should be fully extended and rotated for best reception. MW bands
are received by an internal aerial which is directional. To achieve the best
reception, it may be necessary to rotate the radio.

1. To switch your radio on and select a waveband, depress the appropriate
waveband button for FM or MW as required.

Tone FM MW O

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Tuning

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2. Tune to the desired programme by adjusting the Tuning control.
On MW the tuning scale is marked in kilohertz (kHz) and on FM in
megahertz (MHz).

3. Adjust the Tone and Volume controls to the desired tone and sound
level. Depressing the tone control button reduces high frequencies
(treble).

4. To switch off your radio press the Off button.

Headphones

A 3.5mm socket is provided for use with either headphones or an earpiece.
Inserting a plug automatically mutes the internal loudspeaker.

Please be aware that the sensitivity of headphones can vary widely. We
therefore recommend setting the volume to a low level before connecting
headphones to the radio.

IMPORTANT: Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones
can cause hearing loss.

To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high
volume levels for long periods.

Tone FM MW O

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Volume Tuning

Tone FM MW O

Volume

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Display backlight

1. When your radio is powered by the AC adaptor or the batteries the
display backlight will always be switched on.

Volume Tuning

Tone FM MW O

Care

Please handle with care. The leather-cloth fi nish may be susceptible to
damage if mistreated. Avoid all contact with any abrasive material, chemical
substances or cleaning solutions. Your radio may be wiped with a clean
lightly damp cloth.

Please ensure that the product is unplugged from the mains socket
outlet before attempting this procedure.

Specifi cations

Mains AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz (adaptor)

Batteries 4 x LR20 (D size)

Battery life

Approx. 170hrs of listening for 4 hours a day at normal volume using
alkaline cells.

Circuit features

Output power 800mW

Headphone socket 3.5mm dia

Loudspeaker 3 inches, 4 ohms

Frequency coverage

FM 87.5 -108MHz

MW 522 - 1710kHz

The Company reserves the right to amend the specifi cation without
notice.

General

Do not allow this unit to be exposed to water, steam or sand. Do not leave
the unit where excessive heat could cause damage such as in a parked
car where the heat from the sun can build up even though the outside
temperature may not seem too high. It is recommended that the FM
band be used wherever possible as better results in terms of quality and
freedom from interference will usually be obtained than on the MW band.

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• Your radio should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no
objects fi lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the radio.

• It is recommended to operate the product such that there is a minimum
distance (10cm recommended) to adjacent objects in order to ensure
good ventilation.

• The ventilation of the product should not be restricted by covering it or
its ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths,
curtains etc.

• No naked fl ame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on
the product.

• It is recommended to avoid using or storing the product at extremes
of temperature. Avoid leaving the unit in cars, on window sills, in direct
sunlight etc.

Guarantee

This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of purchase by the original owner against failure due to faulty workmanship or component
breakdown, subject to the procedure stated below. Should any component or part fail during this guarantee period it will be repaired or replaced free
of charge.

The guarantee does not cover:

1. Damage resulting from incorrect use.

2. Consequential damage.

3. Product with removed or defaced serial numbers.

N.B. Damaged or broken telescopic aerials will not be replaced under guarantee.

Procedure:

Any claim under this guarantee should be made through the dealer from whom the product was purchased. It is likely that your Roberts dealer will be
able to attend to any defect quickly and effi ciently, but should it be necessary the dealer will return the product to the company’s service department
for attention. In the event that it is not possible to return the product to the Roberts dealer from whom it was purchased, please contact Roberts Radio
using the contact details on the www.robertsradio.com website.

For product repairs falling outside the guarantee period, please refer to the “customer care” tab on the www.robertsradio.com website.

These statements do not affect the statutory rights of a consumer.

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ROBERTS RADIO LIMITED

PO Box 130

Mexborough

South Yorkshire

S64 8YT

Website: http://www.robertsradio.com

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