DAB Radio TABLE OF CONTENTS ..............INTRODUCTION TO USING A DAB ADAPTER ....................... TABLE OF CONTENTS PRECAUTIONS ........................CAUTIONS ON USING THIS PRODUCT ....................................PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ....................... PACKAGE CONTENTS ....................... PRODUCT FEATURES ..................... WINDSCREEN MOUNT ....................PARTS AND CONTROLS ....................
DAB Radio PRECAUTIONS Please read this manual carefully before operation and keep it for future reference. It will be helpful should you encounter any operational problem. WARNING: Do not expose this product to rain, moisture or water under any circumstances, doing so may result in the risk of electric shock or fire.
DAB Radio PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Model Number NBDAB250 Power Requirements 5V / .5A Power Supply 12-24Vdc Car Power Cable (supplied) Fuse Type: 20mm / 2A Output: 5Vdc DAB Frequency Range 174-240MHz FM Transmitter Frequency 87.5-108MHz Range Screen Size 2.4" Screen Resolution 128 (W) X 64 (H) pixels Screen Ratio Internal Battery...
Product appearance may differ slightly to that shown above. PRODUCT FEATURES Thank you for purchasing this NEXTBASE Digital DAB radio adapter, this section will outline some of the features of this Digital DAB radio. Digital DAB/DAB+ radio with automatic service following function for seamless listening Service following function allows one to travel between different broadcasting masts and chooses the strongest signal for the chosen station.
DAB Radio WINDSCREEN MOUNT Please see below to identify the parts of the supplied windscreen mount. 1. Locking lever The locking lever is used to attach and release the window mount to your vehicles windscreen. Pull the lever down to prepare the window mount for use. Once the mount is firmly upon the windscreen (in a suitable location) push the lever to lock the mount in place.
DAB Radio DIGITAL RADIO ADAPTER - PARTS & CONTROLS Please see below to identify the parts and controls of your Digital Radio Adapter. Rear: RESET 5VDC IN 1. 5VDC in and USB connection Connect the supplied car power cable here. 2.
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DAB Radio DIGITAL RADIO ADAPTER - PARTS & CONTROLS (CONTD.) Front: MENU MODE PRESET FM Trx 5. Scroll Wheel/OK Button The scroll wheel is used to choose radio stations and navigate the menu system. The scroll wheel also functions as an OK button when pressed. This is used to confirm a selection or action.
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DAB Radio DIGITAL RADIO ADAPTER - PARTS & CONTROLS (CONTD.) Top: 10. Preset Buttons Short press: Select a previously stored preset station. Long press: Store the current radio station as a preset. Bottom: AUX IN LINE OUT 11. Power button Long press: Power unit on/power unit off.
DAB Radio IN VEHICLE INSTALLATION Please read and follow the notes below regarding the positioning of the DAB digital radio adapter within the vehicle. The DAB adapter is supplied with both a windscreen mount and adhesive mount for flexibility of installation. When positioning the DAB radio adapter you must adhere to the following points;...
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DAB Radio IN VEHICLE INSTALLATION (CONTD.) Please follow the instructions below for first-time installation of the Digital DAB Radio. 1. Installing the Active Antenna Correct installation of the active antenna is crucial for good DAB radio reception. The antenna should not obstruct the drivers view. It should be installed on the passenger side of the vehicle, as shown below.
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DAB Radio IN VEHICLE INSTALLATION (CONTD.) 2. Choose location to mount DAB adapter The DAB adapter is supplied with both a windscreen mount and an adhesive mount so you have the freedom to mount the adapter in the location that suits your vehicle. If you choose to mount the adapter on your windscreen then position it as low as possible so that it does not obscure your view of the road.
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DAB Radio IN VEHICLE INSTALLATION (CONTD.) 3. Route the cabling to the DAB adapter Route the antenna & power cables to the DAB adapter, the cables can then be hidden behind the vehicle’s plastic trim, or secured using the supplied adhesive cable clips. Connect the Antenna to the DAB adapter.
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DAB Radio IN VEHICLE INSTALLATION (CONTD.) 4. Connecting the digital DAB radio to your car audio system (contd.) If you do not have an Aux in connection in your car or would prefer to have a wire free connection then you can connect your DAB radio adapter & your existing car radio via FM transmission.
DAB Radio DAB MODE The key below explains the various information displayed on the screen when your Digital DAB radio adapter is in DAB mode. DAB+ Radio Station Station Genre Show information 1. Signal strength: indicates the strength of the signal received by the DAB adapter. 2.
DAB Radio DAB MENU To access the DAB menu, simply long press the menu button whilst in DAB mode. Menu Setup Autoscan Default settings 1. Setup Make settings changes to the digital DAB adapter system. a. Brightness Select the brightness of the screen. Options : High, Medium, Low b.
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DAB Radio DAB MENU (CONTD.) Continued from previous page. Menu Auto Scan Default Settings System Info 3. Default settings Selecting this menu item resets the DAB adapter to its original factory settings. Options : On, Off 4. System info Selecting this menu item opens a page displaying which version of firmware the Digital DAB radio adapter is using.
DAB Radio AUX IN MODE The key below explains the various information displayed on the screen when your Digital DAB radio adapter is in ‘Aux in’ mode. Aux In 106.6 Aux In 1. Mode title: indicates that you are in Aux In mode. 2.
DAB Radio AUX IN MENU To access the Aux In menu, simply long press the menu button whilst in Aux In mode. Menu Setup Default Settings System Info 1. Setup Make settings changes to the digital DAB adapter system a. Brightness Select the brightness of the screen.
DAB Radio TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM SOLUTION The sucker will not stay in Ensure that the protective cover (plastic film) has been place upon my windscreen. removed from the suction pad. Moisten the sucker slightly before affixing upon the windscreen. Ensure that the locking lever is fully open when the sucker is pushed on to the windscreen and then close the lever.
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Malicious software. Reinstate previous Google Chrome settings Software message. thereafter. Unresolved issues. Reset the DAB adapter to the Default Settings within the Menu and try again. Should the problem persist call the helpline (02920) 866429 or email: support@nextbase.co.uk...
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