
contents
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01
02 controls
04 welcome
13 getting started
17 remote control
18 tuning methods
23 storing/recalling stations
25 mode controls
27 general controls
29 RDS functions
33 timer functions
49 record level setting
50 TAGtronic Bus
51 running in and warming up
52 care and maintenance
54 technical data
60 international standards
version v3.7x 09/02
operating manual
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tuner T32R
BANDSTATIONMODE
mono
muting
if width antenna
hi-blend
fm
mw
lw
dab
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
0
info
display
store
previous
data
DIGITAL AND ANALOG RECEPTION
1. 5.2. 3. 4.
12.
news
source
alarm
total
time
remain
memory
signal
tuning
traffic info general info
stereo muting
hi-blend
tp
eon
rds
drc
pty
dB
kb/s
...Holst-The Planets
220-240V
~
50-60Hz
Fuse: T1A L250V
DAB MODULE (OPTION)
serial
number
RDI
output
digital output DAB antenna
213
antenna
12
receiver data
interface
AUDIO
OUTPUT
FM ANTENNA
75 ohm
tuner T32R
left
right
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation
the condition that this device does not cause harmful interferen
50 ohm
spdif 75 ohm eiaj
made in
United Kingdom
outin
COMMUNICATIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPENDO NOT OPEN
Double insulated: When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts.
21.
13.
14. 15. 16.
20.
19. 18.
01 power/standby LED
02 mode buttons
03 station buttons
04 band selection buttons
05 display
06 manual tuning knob
07 remote control active LED
08 remote control window
09 power button
10 mute LED
11 tuning button next
12 tuning button previous
13 fuse carrier
14 TAGtronic Communications sockets
15 Receiver Data Interface (RDI)
16 audio output socket
17 am antenna connections
18 fm antenna connections
19 DAB antenna connection
20 DAB digital audio output
21 ac supply socket
TUNE
next
6. 8.7. 9.
11.
10.
cable
AM
ANTENNA
ground am
antenna
am loop
external
is subject to
ce.
17.
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TAG McLaren Audio exists with one
aim in mind:to produce the very best
audio and audio-visual equipment in the
welcome to
welcome
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welcome
T32R: beauty in all details
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welcome
The T32R is a fully remote-controllable,
high-precision tuner, built to the most
demanding standards,whic h allows you to
choose any radio programme and keep it
precisely locked in tune.It has been
designed for both the present and the
future;along with traditional FM and AM
reception,the T32R is fully compatible
Digital Radio.If the signal is strong enough
to be received,then the reception and
sound reproduction will be ideal,with no
hiss,crackle, interference or other such
distractions spoiling your listening
enjoyment.
On the T32R, radio text is shown on the
unit’s display, or can be directed to your
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Controls on the front panel and Remote
Control,coupled with the intuitive display
layout,make the T32R easy and convenient
to operate.
Connecting the T32R to other TAG
McLaren Audio products via the TAGtronic
Communications Bus enables it to form a
core part of a complete home entertainment
system.No longer will a tuner be thought of
geographical location,you may occasionally
need to listen to lower-quality broadcasts
from weaker FM signals.To help you get
the best from these signals we have
provided additional features including
narrow IF selection,a mono-only function
and a stereo hi-blend filter.To further
increase the flexibility of your T32R and to
enable you to listen to both terrestrial (via
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welcome
Digital Radio (option)
Digital Radio (DAB) reception – the digital
future of radio.If your T32R has the optional
DAB module fitted,you will be able to
receive Digital Radio.With Digital Radio
you get pure,clear,noise-free sound – all
the time.Fur thermore,digital broadcasting
uses the airwaves very efficiently, which
means broadcasters can transmit a wider
DAB modes (I,II, III and IV), features high
selectivity through the use of a high-order
recursive digital filter and supports the full
sampling rate of 48kHz and the half sampling
rate of 24kHz.
Although Digital Radio is a totally new way
of broadcasting,it has been thoughtfully
integrated into the T32R so that Digital Radio
is as simple as selecting any other ‘band’.
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Digital Radio digital output
The DAB data is automatically routed to
the digital output sockets on the rear
panel,allowing you to make digital
recordings using a digital recorder.
preferred connection
We recommend connecting the T32R’s
analog output AUDIO OUTPUT to the
upgrade to Digital Radio at any time
If you have not bought your tuner T32R
with the DAB module already installed,
your approved TAG McLaren Audio retailer
can easily add it at a later date.
clear am reception
We have also not forgotten those who want
to listen to AM (Amplitude Modulated)
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Communications Bus also allows RDS and
DAB radiotext to be routed,via our av
processor, for display on a TV.
powerful 16-bit microcontroller
The powerful 16-bit Siemens C161RI
microcontroller controls and monitors
all functions of the T32R tuner.Its high
capability allows for the complete
This arrangement is called ‘straight line
technology’ and is common to all our hightechnology products.
round-core transformer
The T32R’s transformer provides very
large power reserves,resulting in a more
precise and punchier sound.Its toroidal
construction minimizes mechanical
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mixed technology construction
With surface mount components for fast
digital signal transfer and leaded
components for perfect audio signals,the
T32R incorporates mixed technology
construction in one PCB to optimize
performance.
multi-layer pcb
vibration damping
Both the cover and baseplate are bonded with
viscoelastic laminate to provide a low Q panel
with rapid absorption of exter nally induced
vibrations.
mounting feet
The proprietary feet provide both suspension
compliance and controlled damping.The
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getting started
before you
start
We know you are keen to get your tuner T32R working. This section will have you
listening to your favourite station as quickly as possible, but to obtain optimum
performance you should spend a few moments studying these instructions.
Contained within are a series of easy-to-follow steps which will have you up and
running in the minimum of time. You will locate diagrams on pages 2, 3 which will
help you find your way around your T32R
(1)
.
Make sure that all the components of your audio system are
disconnected from the AC supply whenever you change
any connections.
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getting started
disconnect from
power
antenna
connection
Check that the power button is out so that the power is off
(1)
. Pull
the power cord out of your T32R.
Please make sure that all components of your complete hi-fi
system are switched off and disconnected from the power.
Connect an FM antenna to the socket marked FM ANTENNA 1 on
the rear of your T32R
(2)
. If you also want to listen to AM
broadcasts, connect the AM loop antenna supplied to the screw
terminals marked AM ANTENNA am loop
(3)
. If your T32R tuner
has the optional DAB module fitted, connect a DAB antenna to
antenna cable
12
75 ohm
FM
ANTENNA
DAB antenna
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getting started
power
connection
switching on
standby
Whilst ensuring that the front panel power button is in its ‘off’
position, plug in the power cord into the socket at the rear of your
T32R. Connect the power cord to an AC outlet of the appropriate
voltage. Power up your complete hifi system.
Press the power button in. The blue power LED will come on,
the display window will light up and a few seconds later it
will show SELFTEST TAG McLaren, followed by the software
version number. The mute LED will illuminate briefly
(1)
.
The T32R has a standby mode, which can be entered by pressing
standby
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getting started
front panel
display
Once the T32R is ready, the front panel display window will
show the station and mode which were operative last time you
used the T32R.
tuning band
or radio
memory location
programme mode
annunciator flags
tuning
mode flags
news
alarm
total
traffic info general info
stereo muting
hi-blend
dB
kb/s
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remote control
using the T32R
remote
The T32R is supplied with the T32R Remote, which uses two AAA
1.5V batteries. Before using the Remote for the first time, you will
need to insert the batteries supplied. Make sure that the + and markings on the batteries match those in the battery compartment.
To open the battery compartment, push the latch towards the
centre of the T32R Remote, and lift the latch up. To close the
battery compartment, slide the battery cover straight back in
(towards the side of the remote) and push down until it clicks
into place.
MAIN
DIRECT INPUT
traffic
---
+
standby
fm
mute
muting
program
antennadisplaytuner select
mw
mono
data
lw
if width
dab
hi-blend
info
station
---
+
tuning
1
2
abc
def
3station
frequency
input
45
6
volume
---
+
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tuning methods
tuning methods
band selection
The T32R offers three ways to tune in to the stations of your choice.
You can scan for stations using the TUNE next or previous buttons,
manually tune using the tuning knob TUNE or enter the station’s
frequency directly (using the T32R Remote) if you know it
(1)
.
Press the BAND fm, mw, lw or dab button on the front panel (or key
on the T32R Remote) to select the band you want. The station name
is shown for DAB and FM
(2)
. LW and MW will only show the
frequency (unless you have attached a name to a frequency using
the menu function – for details see later in this manual)
BAND
fm
mw
lw
dab
MAIN
traffic
standby
fm
mute
muting
program
mw
mono
data
lw
if width
dab
hi-blend
info
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tuning methods
fm antenna
selection
The T32R has two antenna inputs for FM antennae
(1)
. Press the
MODE antenna button on the front panel or the antenna key on
the T32R Remote to toggle between the two FM antenna inputs.
Pressing the fm button on the front panel or the fm key on
Remote, will also toggle between the two FM antennae. The
currently selected antenna will be shown as part of the source
indicator at the top left of the display, i.e. FM1 indicates that the
antenna connected to FM ANTENNA antenna 1 has been
selected, and FM2 indicates that the antenna connected to
FM ANTENNA cable 2 has been selected.
MODE
antenna
info
display
data
MAIN
---
+
standby
fm
mute
muting
program
antennadisplay
tuner select
mw
mono
data
lw
if width
traffic
dab
hi-blend
info
station
---
+
tuning
volume
---
+
TUNE
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