Roberts Radio R986 User Manual
control clockwise will increase the sound level.
Adjust the volume control (1) to the desired level of sound. Rotating the
Volume Control
frequency of the desired station.
Rotate the tuning control until the dial pointer (6) corresponds to the
Dial Pointer
Slowly rotate the tuning control (4) to select the desired station.
Tuning Control
MONO mode by setting the switch to the "FM" position.
is accompanied by a high level of background hiss, you may select
set the switch to the "FM ST" position. If the FM signal becomes weak or
reception set the switch to the "MW" position .For FM stereo reception
Set the band selector switch (5) to the desired waveband. For MW
MW/FM/FM Stereo Band Selector
Return the power switch to the "Off" position to turn off the radio.
Setting the switch to the "DBB" position will enhance bass sounds.
Turn on the radio by setting the power switch (2) to the "On" position.
Power On/Off/DBB (Deep Bass Boost) Switch
rotate the radio.
reception. To achieve the best MW reception, it may be necessary to
jack. There is a separate directional aerial built into the radio for MW
The earphones act as the FM aerial when plugged into the earphone
Aerials
right-hand side of the radio.
Plug the earphones supplied into the earphone jack (3) located on the
Earphones
the compartment.
direction shown by the arrow. Insert one AAA (LR03) size battery into
To insert the battery first open the battery cover (7) by sliding it in the
Battery
the MW band.
quality and freedom from interference will usually be obtained than on
FM band be used were ever possible as better results in terms of
outside temperature may not seem too high. It is recommended that the
a parked car where the heat from the sun can build up even though the
leave the unit where excessive heat could cause damage such as in
Do not allow this unit to be exposed to water, steam or sand. Do not
3
2
1
7. Battery Cover
6. Dial Pointer
5. MW/FM/FM Stereo Band Selector
6
5
4
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4. Tuning Control
3. Earphone Jack
2. Power On/Off/DBB switch
1. Volume Control
7
Controls
Specifications
Battery 1 x LR03 (AAA) size
Battery Life Approx. 15hrs using alkaline battery
Frequency coverage MW 530 - 1710kHz
FM 87.5 - 108MHz
Semiconductors 3 Integrated circuits
3 Diodes
Output Power 0.5mW
Earphone Jack 3.5mm dia (Stereo)
The company reserves the right to amend the specification without notice
Imported by:-
ROBERTS RADIO LIMITED
PO BOX 130
MEXBOROUGH
SOUTH YORKSHIRE
S64 8YT
This instrument is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of delivery to the
Guarantee
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:
Procedure:
Any claim under this guarantee should be made through the dealer from whom the
instrument was purchased. It is likely that your Roberts dealer will be able to attend
to any defect quickly and efficiently, but should it be necessary the dealer will
return the instrument to the company’s service department for attention. In the
event that it is not possible to return the instrument to the Roberts dealer from
whom it was purchased, please contact Roberts Radio T echnical Services Department at the address shown below before taking further action.
These statements do not affect the statutory rights of a consumer.
If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on
0181 758 0338 (Mon-Fri)
1. Damage resulting from incorrect use.
2. Consequential damage.
3. Receivers with removed or defaced serial numbers.
ROBERTS RADIO TECHNICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
97-99 WORTON ROAD
ISLEWORTH MIDDLESEX
TW7 6EG
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MW/FM/FM STEREO
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ROBERTS
R986
2-BAND RADIO
Operating Instructions
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