ACOUSTIC SOLUTIONS DAB31-A, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual DAB FM Radio DAB31 A ...

Page 2: ...ion preset 10 DAB display information 11 Dynamic range control DRC 12 Using the FM radio 13 FM Radio mode 13 Tuning to an FM station 13 Changing the scan setting 13 Audio mode 14 Storing an FM station preset 14 Tune to an FM station preset 14 FM display information 15 Set the time and date 16 Setting the time and date 16 Setting the alarm 16 Stop the Alarm 17 Snooze 17 Turn off the Alarm 18 Sleep ...

Page 3: ...in dusty or dirty areas Disconnect your Radio from the mains power supply during thunderstorms Always check that you have completely switched off your Radio before you change or disconnect the power supply Only use the power supply that came with the product Using an unauthorised power supply will invalidate your guarantee and may irrecoverably damage the product Where the mains power plug or an a...

Page 4: ...h chemicals cleaning solvents or detergents to clean the product Wipe with a damp not wet soft cloth to clean To prevent possible hearing damage do not listen to this radio at high volume levels for long periods of time ...

Page 5: ...ping or splashing away from objects filled with liquid and that these are not placed onto the radio Setting up 1 Connect the mains power lead into the socket on the back of the Radio and fully extend the radio aerial in a vertical position to obtain the maximum signal strength 2 Plug the power adaptor into the mains power wall socket and switch on 3 Slide the On Off switch on the back of the radio...

Page 6: ...l rechargeable battery and there is no need to buy additional batteries to use this product When you plug in your radio and slide the switch on the back to On the battery charging icon above the display on the right hand side will also switch on to show that the Radio battery is charging When the battery is fully charged the battery charging icon will go out After a full battery charge If used con...

Page 7: ...ommended that you always completely switch off the radio using the On Off switch on the back This will ensure that you get the maximum battery life from the rechargeable battery Change the mode Briefly press and release the Mode button to change modes DAB and FM radio modes are available Please check the display which will confirm the mode Adjusting the volume Turn the volume rotary control anti c...

Page 8: ...Standby Backlit display Battery status icons Rotary volume control wheel Press to Snooze Sleep Rotary tune control Press to select Mode Menu Preset Back view Telescopic aerial Mains power socket Stereo headphone socket On Off switch Front view ...

Page 9: ... listed in numerical and then alphabetical order by default Changing DAB stations In DAB mode 1 Turn the rotary Tune Select control on the top of the radio to scroll through the available stations 2 When the station that you would like to listen to is displayed press to Select There will be a short delay whilst your DAB radio tunes to your selected station Scanning for DAB stations With DAB radio ...

Page 10: ...yed 3 Use the rotary Tune Select control to scroll to the preset location that you would like to store the radio station to 1 10 4 Press the rotary control to Select the display will confirm Preset X stored where X is the number of the preset 1 10 Note If there is already an existing DAB station stored under a preset it will be over written when you store the new station Tune to a DAB station pres...

Page 11: ...the right the row of solid rectangles will be Program Type PTY Such as Rock Pop Talk or News Multiplex Name Displays the broadcasting area and collection of radio stations on this frequency e g BBC National DAB Digital 1 Network Channel and Frequency e g 12B 225 648 MHz Signal error This is displayed as a number between 0 99 It would not be possible to satisfactorily listen to a ratio station with...

Page 12: ...quality of sound of the programme that you hear so that it will be more suited to your listening conditions and your own personal listening requirements e g in a noisy environment where quiet sounds might be swamped setting the compression to maximum will boost the quiet sounds whilst keeping the loudest sounds at their original level There are 3 levels of compression DRC off no compression This i...

Page 13: ...ill scan up the frequency band 3 Use the rotary Tune Select control to fine tune each frequency in 0 05MHz steps if necessary Note If reception is still poor check that the aerial is fully extended or try moving the Radio to another location Changing the scan setting In FM mode 1 Press and hold the Menu button Full scan will be displayed 2 Use the rotary Tune Select control to scroll to Scan setti...

Page 14: ...et 2 Press and hold the Preset button for approximately 2 seconds until Preset store 1 Empty is displayed 3 Use the rotary Tune Select control to scroll to the preset location that you would like to store the radio station to 1 10 4 Press the rotary control to Select the display will confirm Preset X stored where X is the number of the preset 1 10 Note If there is already an existing FM station st...

Page 15: ...Program Type PTY Such as Rock Pop Talk or News Station name or frequency Such as BBC R4 or 93 30MHz Audio mode The radio will automatically switch between Stereo and Mono depending on the quality of the signal being received but you can override this function and manually switch be tween Stereo and Mono Please refer to Audio Mode on page 14 Battery status information This option is only available ...

Page 16: ... is displayed and the day will flash Use the rotary Tune Select control and press to select to set the day month and year using the same method as you did to set the time When you confirm the correct date Time Saved is displayed and the display returns to Set Time Date You can now use the rotary Tune Select control to scroll and the same method as you did to set the time and date to change the set...

Page 17: ...nce you will then be prompted to set the date for your alarm 11 Use the rotary Tune Select control to set the volume for your alarm Press the rotary Tune Select control to select Note Remember to set the alarm radio volume to one that will wake you The alarm volume will increase progressively until it reaches the alarm volume you have set 12 Alarm 1 Wizard is displayed again together with Alarm Of...

Page 18: ...the rotary Volume control to display the available sleep timer options 2 Stop when the sleep time you would like is displayed and the radio will countdown until it switches off automatically To check the sleep time just press and release the rotary Volume control the remaining sleep timer minutes until your radio switches off will be displayed Cancel the sleep timer To cancel the sleep timer follo...

Page 19: ...hen you confirm the backlight timeout the display returns to Timeout You can now use the rotary Tune Select control to scroll and use the same method as you did to set the Backlight timeout to change the settings for Backlight On level High Medium and Low settings are available Backlight Dim level Standby mode High Medium and Low settings are available Display language You can change the display l...

Page 20: ...ss and hold the Menu button to enter the menu options 2 Use the rotary Tune Select control to scroll to System Press the rotary Tune Select control to select 3 Use the rotary Tune Select control to scroll to Factory reset Press the rotary Tune Select control to select 4 Factory Reset No Yes will be displayed Use the Tune Select rotary control to scroll to Yes Press the rotary Tune Select control t...

Page 21: ...tion Power adaptor Output DC 5V 2A Input AC 100 240V 50 60Hz Integral battery 1650 mAh Lithium battery Output 2 x 2W RMS Frequency range DAB Band III 174 MHz to 240 MHz FM 87 5 MHz to 108 MHz Technical information ...

Page 22: ...3 Try moving your radio to another location to see if reception improves Check that you do not have other electrical equipment too close to your Radio causing interference Visit www digitalradionow com for information about DAB reception in your area The function buttons do not respond Check that the mains power lead is connected at the back of your radio and the mains power wall socket is switche...

Page 23: ...r Date of purchase Local call rates applies Lines open 8am 7pm Monday to Saturday and 10am 4pm Sunday Calls to Argos enquiry lines may attract a charge and set up fee from residential lines depending on your call plan tariff Mobile and other providers costs may vary see www bt com pricing for details For security and training purposes telephone calls to and from customer service centres may be rec...

Page 24: ...ore co uk Batteries contain substances that may be harmful to the environment and human health Keep out of the reach of children and seek immediate medical help if swallowed This symbol indicates that batteries should not be disposed of in the normal household waste but taken to appropriate local recycling facilities where and when these are available Never throw batteries in a fire or attempt to ...

Page 25: ...arantee does not cover accidental damage misuse cabinet parts knobs or consumable items The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this manual It must be solely for domestic purpose The guarantee will be rendered invalid if the product is re sold or has been damaged by inexpert repair Specifications are subject to change without notice The...

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