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Introduction
Thank you for choosing a SilverCrest product.
The multi-band tuner SilverCrest SWE 100 B1 is capable of tuning up to 6
different short-wave bands, the FM (VHF) band and the AM (medium
wave) band. Furthermore the device features a digital clock with alarm
clock function.
Please read the following pages for instructions on how to use your
product.
This icon denotes important information for the safe
operation of the product and for the user’s safety.
This symbol denotes further information on the topic.
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Intended Use
This device is a consumer electronics device. It has been designed to
receive and playback radio broadcasting stations. Furthermore, the device
may be used as an alarm clock. It may only be used for private use, not
industrial or commercial purposes. Furthermore, the device may not be
used in tropical climates. The manufacturer is not liable for any damage or
interference caused by unauthorized modifications. Only use the
accessories recommended by the manufacturer. Please observe the
regulations and laws in the country of use.
Please note that country-specific regulations may exist regarding the
frequency bands that can be received. Any information received from
frequency bands located outside those that are explicitly free for public
use may not be used, nor may its contents be forwarded to any third
parties.
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Package Contents
Multi-band tuner SWE 100 B1
2 AA-sized batteries, 1.5 V
Pouch
Earphones SWE 100 B1
Multi-Band Tuner SWE 100 B1
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Technical Specifications
This information describes the technical characteristics of
our device. Different national regulations may apply in
different countries regarding the frequency bands that are
free for public use. Please note that receiving any
information from bands outside these frequency bands wil
be illegal and may be subject to law enforcement.
Operating voltage 3 V
Power adapter plug polarity
Max. current consumption 100 mA
Battery Type 2x AA 1.5 V (LR6)
Output power 100 mW
Frequency bands
Please note that the given tuning
bands may slightly vary upwards or
downwards because of product
tolerances.
Dimensions 129 x 79 x 33 mm (W x H x D)
Weight 160 g (without batteries)
Headphones SWE 100 B1
Impedance 32 Ohms
Wide Band Characteristic
Voltage approx. 180 mV
Max. sound pressure level with
supplied headphones approx. 90 dB(A)
Max. output voltage on
headphones jack approx. 80 mV
Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C
Storage temperature -10 °C bis 50 °C
Operating humidity 85 % rel. humidity
The technical data and design may be changed without notification.
Safety instructions
Before you use this device for the first time, please read the following notes
in this manual and heed all warnings, even if you are familiar with
handling electronic devices. Keep this manual safe for future reference. If
you sell the device or pass it on, it is essential you hand over this manual
also.
Danger Through Noise Disturbance
Caution when using headphones. Listening at high volume
can harm the user’s auditory system.
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Copyright
The entire content of this User’s Manual is copyrighted and is provided to
the reader for information purposes only.
Copying data and information without prior written and explicit
authorization from the author is strictly forbidden. This also applies to any
commercial use of the contents and information.
All texts and figures are up-to-date as per the date of print release.
Operating Environment
The device is not for use in environments with high temperatures or
humidity (e.g. bathrooms), and must be kept free of dust. Operating
temperature and operating humidity: 5°C to 35°C, max. 85 % RH.
Always make sure that:
there is free circulation of air (do not place the device on shelves, on a
carpet, on a bed, or anywhere that obstructs the ventilation slots, and
leave at least 10 cm clearance on all sides;
no direct heat sources (e.g. heating) can affect the device;
no direct sunlight or bright artificial light reaches the device;
contact with sprayed and dripping water and abrasive liquids must be
avoided and the device should never be operated near water. It must
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especially never be immersed (do not place any recipients containing
liquids such as beverages, vases, etc. onto or next to the device);
the device is never placed in the immediate vicinity of magnetic fields
(e.g. loudspeakers);
no fire sources (e.g. burning candles) are placed on or near the
device;
no foreign bodies are introduced into the device;
the device is not subject to any great temperature changes as this may
cause moisture through condensation and short-circuit;
the device is not subject to excessive shocks and vibrations;
the device or an optional mains power adapter is not used during
thunder and lightning storms and unplug the mains power adapter
from the mains;
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Batteries
Insert the batteries with the correct polarity. Refer to the polarity markings
beside the battery compartment. Do not try to recharge the batteries and
do not throw batteries into fire. Do not mix batteries (old and new or
carbon and alkaline, etc.). Remove batteries when the device is not to be
used for a long time. Non-intended use may cause explosion and danger
to life.
Children
Electrical appliances do not belong in the hands of children! Do not allow
children to use electrical devices when not under supervision. Children
may not comprehend the presence of potential risks. Small parts can
represent choking hazards. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical help
immediately. Keep the packaging away from children too as there is
danger of suffocation.
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Maintenance / Cleaning
Repairs are required when this device has been damaged in any way, for
example, when the power adapter or device housing is damaged, when
liquids or objects have entered the device or when the product has been
exposed to rain or moisture. Repairs are also necessary when the product
does not perform normally or if it has been dropped. If smoke, unusual
noises or smells are noticed, power off the device immediately. In these
cases the device should not be used further and should be inspected by
authorized service personnel. Please contact qualified personnel when
servicing is needed. Never open the housing of the device. Only use a
clean, dry cloth for cleaning. Never use any corrosive liquids. Do not
attempt to open the housing of the device otherwise you will void your
warranty.
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Overview
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1 Telescopic antenna
2 Band selector
3 Alarm on/off
4 POWER LED
5 Sleep Timer
6 Repeat alarm / Snooze
7 Display
8 On/Off button
9 Battery level indicator
10 Backlight off
11 Backlight on
12 Select minutes
13 Select hours
14 Set alarm clock time
15 Set time
16 24-hours display
17 12-hours display
18 Speaker
19 DX/Local switch
20 Headphones connector jack
21 Connection for plug-type power adapter (optional, Polarity
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22 Strap
23 Frequency dial knob
24 Volume control
25 Stand (on the back)
26 Battery compartment (on the back)
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Display
27 Afternoon indicator (PM)
28 Sleep Timer
29 Frequency band
30 Alarm indicator
31 Clock/frequency display
32 Frequency unit
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Stand
On the back panel of the device you’ll find a stand [25] that allows to
install the multi-band tuner in an almost vertical position. To do this, fold-out
the retractile stand [25].
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Before Getting Started
You can power the device on either by using the supplied AA-sized
batteries or by using an optional plug-type power adapter (not supplied).
The power adapter must feature a compatible power plug and output a
voltage of 3V.
Do not use both means of power supply at the same
time. Remove batteries when the device is to be operate
using the power adapter.
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Inserting the Batteries
Unplug the power adapter cable if there is one connected to the product.
Open the battery compartment cover [26] on the back panel of the device
by sliding it in the direction of the printed arrow and folding it out. Insert
the batteries with the correct polarity (+ and -), as shown in the following
figure. The correct polarity is labelled on the batteries and beside the
battery compartment. Close the battery compartment cover and slide it in
the opposite direction of the arrow.
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The device features a battery level indicator [9]. If it lights yellow, the
batteries are empty. When this happens, replace the batteries with new
batteries of the same type.
Remove batteries when the device is not to be used for a
long time.
Connecting a Plug-Type Power Adapter
Remove the batteries from the battery compartment [26] located on the
back panel of the device if any are inserted. Plug the power adapter plug
into the receptacle [21] of the multi-band tuner. Plug the power adapter
into an easily accessible wall outlet.
hen laying the cable, make sure it cannot cause a trip
hazard.
Getting Started
Powering the Device On/Off
To power the device on, press the On/Off button [8] once. When
powered on, the POWER LED [4] will light green and the device will
display the currently tuned-in frequency and the frequency band (FM,
MW, SW).
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To power the device off, press the On/Off button [8] again. When
powered off, the current time will be shown on the display [7].
Setting the Time
The time can only be set while the device is powered off. If it is still
powered on, press the On/Off button [8] to power the device off.
Use the 12H button [17] and 24H button [16] to change
between the 12- and 24-hour time display.
Press and hold the TIME button [15].
Then press the HOUR button [13] repeatedly to set the hour. You can
also keep the HOUR button [13] pressed down to accelerate the digit
adjustment. To distinguish ante meridian (morning) and post meridian
(afternoon) time for the 12-hour display, "PM" [27] will display for post
meridian clock hours.
Keep the TIME button [15] pressed. Then press the MIN button [12]
repeatedly to set the minutes. You can also keep the MIN button [12]
pressed down to accelerate the digit adjustment.
Release the TIME button [15] after the clock has been set correctly.
Please note that you should adjust the clock when you
move into a different time zone.
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Tuning a Station
You can only pivot the telescopic antenna and not retract
it into the device housing, otherwise you risk seriously
damaging your device.
Power the device on.
Use the volume adjustment button [24] to set the desired sound
volume.
First select the desired frequency band. To do this, use the band
selector [2]. The currently tuned frequency band will show on the
display [7].
Fully extract the telescopic antenna [1].
Rotate the frequency dial knob [23] to tune the desired frequency. The
frequency displays in MHz (for FM and SW) and in kHz (for MW). If
required, move the telescopic antenna into a different position or move
the device to optimise reception of the current station.
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Setting the Alarm Clock
Make sure that the clock has been set correctly (see the page 19 - Setting
the Time). The alarm time can only be set while the device is powered off.
If it is still powered on, press the On/Off button [8] to power the device
off.
Press and hold the AL.SET button [14]. The indication “ALARM” [30]
starts blinking on the display.
Then press the HOUR button [13] repeatedly to set the hours of the
alarm time. You can also keep the HOUR button [13] pressed down to
accelerate the digit adjustment. To distinguish ante meridian (morning)
and post meridian (afternoon) time for the 12-hour display, "PM" [27]
will display for post meridian clock hours.
Keep the AL.SET button [14] pressed. Then press the MIN button [12]
repeatedly to set the minutes of the alarm time. You can also keep the
MIN button [12] pressed down to accelerate the digit adjustment.
Release the AL.SET button [14] after the alarm clock has been set
correctly.
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Enabling the Alarm
After the desired alarm time has been set, you can enable the alarm as
follows:
Press the AL.ON/OFF button [3]. The indication “ALARM” [30]
appears on the display.
To disable the alarm, press the AL.ON/OFF button [3] again. The
indication “ALARM” [30] disappears.
The device will power on at the set alarm time and will receive the last
tuned-in frequency and frequency band.
Press the AL.ON/OFF button [3] to switch the device off. To disable
the alarm, press the AL.ON/OFF button [3] again.
or
Press the SNOOZE button [6] to delay the alarm for approx. 5
minutes. After this delay, the device will power on again.
Even when the alarm function is enabled, you can use
the device as usual. However, remember that the device
always powers on with the last tuned-in frequency an
frequency band as well as the last volume setting.
The alarm function will work only if the device has been
powered off previously.
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The Sleep Timer
The sleep timer allows you to have the device power off automatically
after a set delay time has elapsed.
While the device is powered on or off, press the SLEEP button [5]. The
number “60” will appear on the display showing that the device will
power off automatically after 60 minutes.
Press the SLEEP button [5] multiple times to decrease the countdown
time shown. Each press of the button will reduce the delay time 10
minutes.
If you have reached the delay time “0”, the sleep timer will be
disabled, thus the device will stay on. You can press the SLEEP button
[5] again to select the delay time from the beginning.
While the sleep timer countdown is running, you can
ower the device off at any time by pressing the On/Off
button.
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Connecting the Headphones
Set the volume to the lowest level before connecting the
headphones in order to avoid damaging your hearing.
You can then set the volume to the level you want.
Do not use any headphones other than the supplied
SWE 100 B1. Different headphones can produce
harmful sound pressure levels.
Caution when using headphones. Listening at high
volume can harm the user’s auditory system.
You can connect the supplied headphones SWE 100 B1 to the
headphones connector [20]. While the headphones are plugged in, the
speaker [18] is muted automatically.
Backlight
While the device is powered on or off, press the LIGHT ☼ button [11] to
turn the backlight on for approx. 5 seconds.
While the backlight is on you can press the LIGHT button [10] to turn it
off.
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Setting the Sensitivity
Slide the DX/LOCAL switch [19] to the “DX” position to use the device in
normal mode.
Slide the DX/LOCAL switch [19] to the “LOCAL” position to receive strong
broadcasting station signals only. This is recommended whenever a
weaker local station is receiving interference from a stronger non-local
station.
Selecting the Time Format
Use the 12H button [17] and 24H button [16] to change between the 12and 24-hour time display.
Press the 12H button [17] for 12-hour time display or the 24H button [16]
for 24-hour time display. To distinguish post meridian (afternoon) time for
the 12-hour display, the "PM" icon [27] will display for post meridian clock
hours.
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Troubleshooting
The device does not switch on
The batteries may be empty, fit new batteries.
Test that the batteries are fitted with the correct polarity. Check the
diagram next to the battery compartment and on the batteries. See
also the description on page 17.
No radio reception, poor radio reception
Pull the telescopic FM antenna [1] all the way out and make sure it is
aligned correctly.
Tune to the station you want using the band switch [2] and the
frequency dial knob [23].
Check whether the DX/LOCAL switch [19] is in the correct position.
See also the chapter on "Setting the Sensitivity" on page 25.
Device switched on but no sound
Check the volume setting.
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Environmental Considerations and Recycling
If the product is labelled with a struck-out waste bin, it is
subject to the European Guideline 2002/96/EC. All electric
and electronic devices must be disposed of separately from
household waste at established bodies. With the proper
disposal of old or defective devices you avoid damage to
the environment and your personal health. For further information about
proper disposal, contact your local government, disposal bodies or the
shop where you bought the device.
Disposal of packaging
Also recycle the packaging material properly. Cardboard packaging can
be taken to paper recycling containers or public collection points for
recycling. Any films or plastic contained in the packaging should be taken
to your public collection points.
Disposal of Batteries
Respect the environment. Old batteries do not belong in with domestic
waste. They must be handed in to a collection point for old batteries.
Please note that batteries must be disposed of fully discharged at
appropriate collection points for old batteries. If disposing of batteries
which are not fully discharged, take precautions to prevent short circuits.
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Conformity
This device complies with the basic and other relevant
requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and the
RoHS II Directive 2011/65/EU.
Warranty Information
Warranty of TARGA GmbH
This device is sold with three years warranty from the date of purchase.
Please keep the original receipt in a safe place as proof of purchase.
Before using your product for the first time, please read the enclosed
documentation or online help. Should any problems arise which cannot be
solved in this way, please call our hotline. Please have the article number
and, if available, the serial number to hand for all enquiries. If it is not
possible to solve the problem on the phone, our hotline support staff will
initiate further servicing procedures depending on the fault. Within the
warranty period the product will be repaired or replaced free of charge as
we deem appropriate. No new warranty period commences if the product
is repaired or replaced. Consumables such as batteries, rechargeable
batteries and lamps are not covered by the warranty.
Your statutory rights towards the seller are not affected or restricted by this
warranty.
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