Roberts Radio R9958 User Manual
R9958
MW/FM PLL Synthesised Splash Proof Radio
ROBERTS
Sound for Generations
Please read this manual before use
Contents
Controls ........................................................................... 2-4
Battery operation .................................................................5
Operation via AC adaptor (not supplied) .............................6
Using the fi xing brackets .....................................................7
FM wire aerial compartment ................................................7
Multi purpose handle ...........................................................8
Setting the clock ..................................................................9
Operating your radio ..........................................................10
Auto-Scan tuning ...............................................................10
Manual tuning ....................................................................11
Storing stations in preset memories ..................................12
Recalling preset stations ...................................................13
Adjustable sleep timer .......................................................14
Adjustable nap timer ..........................................................15
Recalling preset nap timer settings ...................................16
Storing nap timer settings in preset memories ................. 17
Recalling selected nap timer settings in presets .............. 17
Tuning step size .................................................................18
Poolside alarm ...................................................................19
Poolside LED torch ............................................................19
Carrying strap ....................................................................20
Display backlight ...............................................................21
Splash proof ......................................................................21
General ..............................................................................21
Troubleshooting .................................................................22
Specifi cations ....................................................................22
Circuit features ..................................................................22
Guarantee .........................................................................23
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Controls
(Front)
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1. On/Off/Auto off button
2. Band/time set button
3. Tuning up button
4. Tuning down button
5. Volume up button
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6. Volume down button
7. Speaker
8. Preset buttons
9. LCD display
10. Nap timer button
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Controls
(Back)
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11. Battery compartment
12. Battery compartment door
13. FM wire aerial compartment
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14. DC input socket
15. Bracket holders x 2
16. Swivel hanger/handle
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17. Poolside torch LED
18. Poolside LED torch button
19. Poolside alarm button
20. Carry strap location x 2
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a. Battery power status
b. Volume level indicator
c. Auto Off indicator
d. Nap timer indicator
e. Memory number and seconds indicator
f. Time and frequency indicator
g. Band indicator
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020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri)
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Battery operation
1. Release the catch securing the rear battery compartment door of your
radio and lift up the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert two 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. Replace the battery cover
and 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. The batteries should be replaced when
the battery indicator fl ashes
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.
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.
and "E" shows in the display.
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Operation via an AC adaptor (not supplied)
The AC adaptor for use with the R9958 should provide 3 volts DC output
at 300 mA centre pin positive.
1. Insert the adaptor plug into the DC in socket on the left hand side of
your radio.
2. Plug the adaptor into a standard 13A 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. The unit is only fully isolated from the mains
if the AC adaptor is removed from the wall socket.
• 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.
• IMPORTANT: The R9958 should not be used with the mains adaptor
in a bathroom, shower or poolside environment. Use on batteries
only.
If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :-
020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri)
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Using the fi xing brackets
The radio is supplied with a mounting bracket to allow wall mounting (for
example in a bathroom).
1. Use the bracket as a template to mark the hole positions before drilling. Take care to ensure that there are no cables or pipes in the wall
near the hole locations.
2. Use screw fi xings appropriate to the wall type. Do not overtighten the
screws.
3. The radio may be hung on the bracket as shown.
4. The radio can be removed by lifting it off the bracket.
FM wire aerial compartment
1. Release the catch securing the rear battery compartment door of your
radio.
2. Take out the wire FM aerial and extend and position for the best
reception.
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