Roberts R9942, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...R9942 FM Stereo PLL Synthesised Personal Radio ROBERTS Operating Instructions ...

Page 2: ...arphones 11 Aerial 11 Auto preset 13 Scan tuning 15 Manual tuning 15 Presetting stations 17 Recalling a preset station 19 Mono mode 21 Dynamic bass boost switch 21 Auto power off 21 DX Local switch 23 Neck strap 23 Reset button 25 General 25 Specification 26 Guarantee back cover 1 ...

Page 3: ...If you need any further advice please call our Technical Helpline on 020 8758 0338 Mon Fri Controls 1 2 1 DBB Mono Stereo switch 2 LCD display 3 Power button 4 Area Memo button 5 Preset button 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 4: ...3 7 6 8 9 6 Tuning buttons 7 Lock switch 8 Battery compartment 9 DX Local switch Controls ...

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Page 6: ...5 13 13 Remote button Headphones ...

Page 7: ...nical Helpline on 020 8758 0338 Mon Fri 6 C B A D E F G H I A Area indicator B Battery indicator C Dynamic bass boost indicator D Stereo indicator E Frequency indicators F Lock indicator G Preset number H Preset indicator I Auto preset indicator Display ...

Page 8: ...the radio is turned off and the Lock switch is in the Lock position this will prevent loss of memory presets during battery replacement Battery replacement should be completed within one minute to prevent loss of stations stored in memory presets 6 If the radio is not to be used for a long period set the Lock switch to the Lock position this will reduce power drain on the batteries during storage ...

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Page 10: ...tons will be disabled this will prevent accidental operation when your radio is packed in a suitcase or travel bag 2 To prevent accidental operation of the controls when your radio is switched on set the Lock switch to the up Lock position the symbol will appear in the display 3 To release the Lock switch move the lock switch to the down Unlock position the symbol will be removed from the display ...

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Page 12: ...to the Earphone socket located on the top of your radio Aerials The lead connecting earphones to your radio acts as an FM aerial when plugged into the Earphone socket The lead should be extended as much as possible to increase reception ...

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Page 14: ...l for the traveller who can automatically find all the local stations in any city to which he may travel The radio will switch off automatically after Auto Preset is complete Up to 9 stations can be stored on Preset AREA 1 2 The Auto preset function can also be activated at any time your radio is switched on by holding down both the Tuning and buttons for more than 2 5 seconds Note Activating the ...

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Page 16: ...the required setting 4 Press and hold down either the Tuning or buttons for more than half a second to resume scan tuning 5 When the waveband end is reached your radio will continue tuning from the opposite waveband end Manual tuning 1 Switch on your radio by pressing the Power button or Remote button on the earphones for more than 1 5 sec 2 The required station may be selected by repeatedly press...

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Page 18: ...aining 8 presets 6 To change Preset area from Area 1 to Area 2 and vice versa press and hold down the Area Memo button for more than 3 seconds display will flash AREA continue holding down the Area Memo button for another 2 seconds until flashing stops The Preset area now is changed from Area 1 to Area 2 7 A further 9 stations may now be preset in memory Area 2 Note Favourite stations for your hom...

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Page 20: ... memories 1 Switch on your radio and select the required preset area 2 Repeatedly press and release the Preset button to select the required preset 3 Presets may also be selected by repeat pressing of the Remote button on the earphones Note Pressing the remote button on the earphones for more than 1 5 seconds will switch off your radio 19 ...

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Page 22: ...rom the display Dynamic Bass Boost switch 1 Setting the DBB Stereo Mono button to the DBB position will enhance bass sounds The display will show Auto power off 1 In order to save battery power your radio is designed to automatically switch off after 90 minutes of use Disconnecting the earphones from earphones socket for more 10 seconds will also switch off the power automatically 21 ...

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Page 24: ... the Local position For normal or weak stations set the DX Local switch to the DX position for maximum sensitivity Neck strap A neck strap is provided to enable your radio to be worn around your neck 1 Attach the neck strap by passing the small loop through the slot in cabinet top 2 Pass the large loop through small loop to complete attachment of the neck strap 23 ...

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Page 26: ...ess the RESET button located in the bottom of the radio for at least 5 seconds This will reset the microprocessor and clear all stations stored in the preset memories General Do not allow this unit to be exposed to moisture e g dripping or splashing Do not leave your radio where excessive heat could cause damage such as in a parked car where the heat from the sun can build up even though the outsi...

Page 27: ...cifications Battery 1 x LR03 AAA size Battery Life Approx 30hrs using alkaline battery Frequency coverage FM 87 5 108MHz Semiconductors 1 LSI 3 IC 8 transistors 4 diodes Output Power 0 5mW Earphone Jack 3 5mm dia Stereo The company reserves the right to amend the specification without notice 26 ...

Page 28: ...sequential damage 3 Product with removed or defaced serial numbers Procedure Any claim under this guarantee should be made through the dealer from whom the instrument was purchased It is likely that your Roberts dealer will be able to attend to any defect quickly and efficiently but should it be necessary the dealer will return the instrument to the company s service department for attention In th...