Silvercrest WE-2300 User Manual And Service Information

Multi-Band Radio

with FM/MW/SW tuner

GB

Multi-Band Radio

with FM/MW/SW tuner

User manual and
service information

HU

Világvevő rádió

URH/KH/RH vevő

Felhasználói kézikönyv és
szerviz tájékoztatás

CZ

Rádio

rozsahy VKV, SV a KV

Uživatelská příručka a
informace o údržbě

*

S tunerem pro vlnové

*

PL

Odbiornik wielozakresowy

Z tunerem UKF/MF/HF

Instrukcja obsługi oraz
informacje o serwisie

SI

Svetovni sprejemnik

Z UKW-/MW-/KW-sprejemnikom

Navodila za uporabo in
servisne informacije

SK

Rádioprijímač

S ladičom pre UKV/SV/KV

Používateľská príruč
ka a informácie o údržbe

WE-2300

Multi-Band Tuner WE-2300

Introduction

Thank you for choosing a SilverCrest product.
The multi-band tuner SilverCrest WE-2300 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.

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.

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Package Contents

 Multi-band tuner WE-2300
 2 AA-sized batteries, 1.5 V
 Pouch
 Earphones IEHS-2300

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Table of Contents

Introduction ........................................................................................................1

Copyright.......................................................................................................1

Package Contents.........................................................................................2

Important safety instructions..............................................................................4

Danger Through Noise Disturbance .............................................................4

Operating Environment.................................................................................5

Batteries........................................................................................................6

Children.........................................................................................................6

Intended Use.................................................................................................7

Overview.......................................................................................................8

Display ........................................................................................................10

Stand...........................................................................................................11

Technical Specifications .............................................................................12

Getting started..................................................................................................13

Inserting the Batteries.................................................................................13

Connecting a Plug-Type Power Adapter.....................................................14

Powering the Device On/Off .......................................................................14

Setting the Time..........................................................................................15

Using the Device..............................................................................................16

Tuning a Station..........................................................................................16

Setting the Alarm Clock ..............................................................................17

Enabling the Alarm......................................................................................18

The Sleep Timer..........................................................................................19

Connecting the Headphones ......................................................................20

Backlight......................................................................................................20

Connecting an External Antenna ................................................................20

Setting the Sensitivity..................................................................................21

Selecting the Time Format..........................................................................21

Appendix..........................................................................................................22

Repair and Maintenance.............................................................................22

Disposal of Old and Defective Devices.......................................................23

Disposal of Batteries...................................................................................24

Conformity...................................................................................................24

Warranty Information...................................................................................25

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Important 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.

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.

Danger Through Noise Disturbance

Caution when using headphones. Listening at high
volume can harm the user’s auditory system.

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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°, 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 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 short­circuit;

 the device is not subject to excessive shocks and vibrations;

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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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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. If you are
not using the device within the Republic of Germany, you must
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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Overview

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1 Telescopic antenna
2 Band selector
3 Set time
4 Select hours
5 Sleep Timer
6 Display
7 On/Off button
8 Battery compartment (on the back)
9 Speaker
10 Repeat alarm / Snooze
11 Set alarm clock time
12 Select minutes
13 Alarm on/off
14 Backlight
15 Volume control
16 Headphones connector jack
17 Connector for external antenna
18 Connection for plug-type power adapter (optional,

Polarity )
19 Strap
20 Frequency dial knob
21 DX/Local switch
22 Selection of 12-/24-hour clock format
23 Stand (on the back)

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Display

24 Afternoon indicator (PM)
25 Sleep Timer
26 Frequency band
27 Alarm indicator
28 Clock/frequency display
29 Frequency unit

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Stand

On the back panel of the device you’ll find a stand [23] that
allows to install the multi-band tuner in an almost vertical
position. To do this, fold-out the retractile stand [23].

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Technical Specifications

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 132 x 78 x 30 mm (W x H x D)
Weight 146 g (without batteries)
Headphones IEHS-2300
Impedance 32 Ohms
Nominal output voltage approx. 200 mV
Max. sound pressure level

with supplied headphones
Max. output voltage on

headphones jack
Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C
Operating humidity 85 % rel. humidity

FM 87,5 - 108 MHz
MW 530 - 1660 kHz
SW1 5,9 - 6,2 MHz
SW2 9,4 - 9,9 MHz
SW3 11,6 - 12,1 MHz
SW4 13,57 - 13,87 MHz
SW5 15,1 - 15,8 MHz
SW6 17,48 - 17,9 MHz

approx. 85 dB(A)

85 mV

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This information describes the technical
characteristics of your device. Different national
regulations may apply in different countries
regarding the frequency bands that are free for

ublic use. Please note that receiving any
information from bands outside these frequency
bands will be illegal and may be subject to law
enforcement.

Getting started

You can power the device on either by using the supplied AA­sized 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 operated using the power adapter.

Inserting the Batteries

Unplug the power adapter cable if there is one connected to the
product. Open the battery compartment cover [8] 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

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polarity (+ and -). 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.

If the output volume weakens or the device fails to respond,
replace the batteries with new batteries of the same type. The
device will not notify you that the batteries are weak.

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 [8] located
on the back panel of the device if any are inserted. Plug the
power adapter plug into the receptacle [18] of the multi-band
tuner. Plug the power adapter into an easily accessible wall
outlet.

Powering the Device On/Off

To power the device on, press the On/Off button [7] once. When
powered on, 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 [7] again.
When powered off, the current time will be shown on the display
[6].

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 [7] to power the device
off.

Use the 12h/24h toggle switch [22] to change
between the 12- and 24-hour time display.

 Press and hold the TIME button [3].
 Then press the HOUR button [4] repeatedly to set the hour .

You can also keep the HOUR button [4] pressed down to
accelerate the digit adjustment. To distinguish ante meridian
(morning) and post meridian (afternoon) time for the 12-hour
display, "PM" [24] will display for post meridian clock hours.

 Keep the TIME button [3] 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 [3] after the clock has been set

correctly.

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Please note that you should adjust the clock
when you move into a different time zone.

Using the Device

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 [15] 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 [6].

 Fully extract the telescopic antenna [1].
 Rotate the frequency dial knob [20] 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
15 - 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 [7] to power the device off.

 Press and hold the AL.SET button [11]. The indication

“ALARM” [27] starts blinking on the display.

 Then press the HOUR button [4] repeatedly to set the hours

of the alarm time. You can also keep the HOUR button [4]
pressed down to accelerate the digit adjustment. To
distinguish ante meridian (morning) and post meridian
(afternoon) time for the 12-hour display, "PM" [24] will
display for post meridian clock hours.

 Keep the AL.SET button [11] 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 [11] 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 [13]. The indication

“ALARM” [27] appears on the display.

 To disable the alarm, press the AL.ON/OFF button [13]

again. The indication “ALARM” [27] disappears.

 The device will power on at the set alarm time and will

receive the last tuned-in frequency and frequency band.

 Press the On/Off button [7] to switch the device off;
 or
 press the SNOOZE button [10] 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 and 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 dela y 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 power the device off at any time by pressing
the On/Off button.

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Connecting the Headphones

You can connect the supplied headphones IEHS-2300 to the
headphones connector [16]. While the headphones are plugged
in, the speaker [9] is muted automatically.

Do not use any headphones other than the
supplied IEHS-2300. Different headphones can
produce harmful sound pressure levels.

Backlight

While the device is powered on or off, press the left side of the
BACKLIGHT button [14] (☼ icon) to turn the backlight on for
approx. 5 seconds.

You can press the right side of the BACKLIGHT button [14] (
icon) to switch the backlight off while it is lighting.

Connecting an External Antenna

The ANT input [17] is used to connect a shortwave wire
antenna. The antenna must feature a 3.5mm jack-type
connector.

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Setting the Sensitivity

Slide the DX/LOCAL switch [21] to the “DX” position to use the
device in normal mode.

Slide the DX/LOCAL switch [21] 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/24h toggle switch [22] to change between the 12­and 24-hour time display.

Slide the selector switch [22] to the “12h” position for 12-hour
time display or to the “24h” position for 24-hour time display. To
distinguish post meridian (afternoon) time for the 12-hour
display, the "PM" icon [24] will display for post meridian clock
hours.

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Appendix

Repair and Maintenance

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 is 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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Disposal of Old and Defective Devices

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.

According to waste regulations, we are responsible for
collecting any packaging materials for our products whenever
they do not carry the icon of a nationwide collection system
(such as the German "Grüne Punkt" ) and for taking care of
their recycling and/or disposal. For further information about the
return of material, please contact our hotline [phone]
(UK). We will inform you of public collection points or a
collection company near you that will dispose of the packaging
material for free. If this is not possible, you may send the
packaging to us (Targa GmbH, Postfach 2244, 59482 Soest,
Germany). We will re-use the packaging or dispose of the
material in accordance with current regulations.

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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.

Conformity

This device complies with the basic and other
relevant requirements of the EMC Directive
2004/108/EC.

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WE-2300 többsávos hangoló

Bevezető

Köszönjük, hogy SilverCrest terméket választott.
A SilverCrest WE-2300 többsávos hangoló egység hat

különféle rövidhullámú sáv, az FM (URH) és az AM
(középhullámú) sáv hangolására alkalmas. Továbbá a készülék
tartalmaz egy digitális órát is, ébresztő funkcióval.

A termék használatához olvassa el a következő oldalak
utasításait.

Szerzői jog

A Felhasználói kézikönyv teljes tartalmát szerzői jog védi és az
olvasó számára csak tájékoztatás céljára szolgál.

Szigorúan tilos az adatok és információk lemásolása a szerző
előzetes, határozott írásbeli hozzájárulása nélkül. Ez vonatkozik
a tartalom és az információ bármilyen kereskedelmi célú
felhasználására is.

Valamennyi szöveg és ábra napra kész állapotú a nyomtatás
napján.

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A csomag tartalma

 WE-2300 többsávos hangoló
 2 db. AA méretű elem, 1,5 V-os
 Tok
 IEHS -2300 fülhallgató

WE-2300 többsávos hangoló

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