ACOUSTIC SOLUTIONS DAB31-A Instruction Manual

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Page 1 Instruction Manual DAB/FM Radio DAB31-A...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
DAB/FM Radio Contents Important safety information ....... 3 Set the time and date ........16 Instructions for use ........5 Setting the time and date ..... 16 Check the package contents ....5 Setting the alarm ........16 Where to put your Radio ...... 5 Stop the Alarm ........
Page 3: Important Safety Information
Important safety information Your Radio should be treated with care. The information below has been provided in the interest of safety and will help you to enjoy this product and the beneﬁts it brings for many years. • Keep the product and all its parts out of reach of small children. •...
Page 4 • Do NOT use harsh 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: Instructions For Use
Instructions for use Check the package contents The package contains: • 1 x DAB/FM Radio with integral rechargeable battery • 1 x mains power lead and plug • 1 x instruction manual Where to put your Radio It is important that you consider carefully in advance where your Radio will be situated and make sure that it is: •...
Page 6: Time And Date
When the scan is complete your radio will select the ﬁrst available station and begin to play. Stations are listed in numerical and then alphabetical order by default. Note: The DAB radio station list is stored in the memory and so the next time you switch your radio on, the station search does not take place.
Page 7: Using Your Dab Radio
Using your DAB/FM Radio Switch on Press and release the ‘Standby’ button. The display will fully switch on and your Radio will return to the mode that it was last used in (DAB/FM). If you were listening to a radio station before then this station will be automatically selected.
Page 8: Your Dab Radio
Your DAB/FM Radio Top view Carry handle Rotary volume Rotary tune control control wheel Press to select Press to Snooze/Sleep Standby Mode Menu Preset Front view Backlit display Battery status icons Back view: Telescopic aerial On/Off switch Mains power socket Stereo headphone socket...
Page 9: Using The Dab Radio
Using the DAB radio Telescopic aerial Please make sure that the aerial is fully extended and adjusted before you attempt to tune to a DAB radio station (a vertical position is recommended). This will ensure that the maximum signal strength is available when the Radio begins to scan. Extending the aerial also ensures the best possible sound quality.
Page 10: Prune Dab Stations
Prune DAB stations You can remove the DAB stations in the station list that cannot be received in your area. These are listed with a ‘?’ preﬁx. Press and hold the ‘Menu’ button, ‘<Full scan>’ will be displayed. 2. Use the rotary ‘Tune/Select’ control to scroll to ‘<Prune>’ and press the rotary control to ‘Select’.
Page 11: Dab Display Information
DAB display information When listening to a DAB station you can change the information that will appear on the display. There are several different types of information that are sent by the broadcaster. • Dynamic Label Segment (DLS) This is scrolling text information supplied by the broadcaster. Information could be the name of an artist or music title, DJ’s name, contact details for the radio station etc.
Page 12: Dynamic Range Control (Drc)
Dynamic range control (DRC) In DAB mode: The dynamic range for each radio programme is set by the broadcaster for each radio station and may be different for the types of programme broadcast, such as pop or classical music or a chat show. The dynamic range control signal is transmitted in parallel with the audio signal for each programme and with your radio you can use this control signal to expand or compress the dynamic range (the difference between the loudest and quietest sounds) of the reproduced audio signal.
Page 13: Using The Fm Radio
Using the FM radio Telescopic aerial Please make sure that the aerial on the top of the Radio is fully extended before you attempt to tune to an FM station. This will ensure that the maximum signal strength is available when the Radio begins to scan.
Page 14: Audio Mode
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 between ‘Stereo’ and ‘Mono’. Note: You may wish to select ‘Stereo’ if you are listening to your radio using headphones. Press and hold the ‘Menu’...
Page 15: Fm Display Information
FM display information When listening to an FM station you can change the information that will appear on the second line of the display. There are several different types of information that are sent by the broadcaster. • Radiotext (RT) This is scrolling text information supplied by the broadcaster.
Page 16: Set The Time And Date
Set the time and date Setting the time and date The ﬁrst time you listen to DAB radio, the time and date of your product will be synchronised automatically to that broadcast by the DAB service in 24 hour mode; which is in line with daylight saving, but you can set the time and date manually.
Page 17: Stop The Alarm
6. Use the rotary ‘Tune/Select’ control to scroll to the hour for the alarm and press the rotary ‘Tune/Select’ control to select. The minutes will now ﬂash. Use the rotary ‘Tune/Select’ control to scroll to the minutes for the alarm and press the rotary ‘Tune/Select’ control to select. The duration time will now ﬂash.
Page 18: Turn Off The Alarm
Turn off the Alarm Follow the steps for ‘Setting an Alarm’ and select ‘Off’ in step 12. Sleep timer You can set your radio to turn off automatically using the sleep timer. You can choose from Sleep off, 15, 30, 45, 60 and 90 minutes. In DAB or FM mode: Repeatedly press and release the rotary ‘Volume’...
Page 19: System Settings
System settings Your Radio must be switched on (not in Standby mode), to change the system settings. Display backlight timeout You can adjust the display backlight timeout. Options of permanently On, 10, 20, 30, 45, 60, 90, 120, and 180 seconds are available. Note: An ‘*’...
Page 20: Software Version
Software version You can check the software version of your radio. In DAB or FM mode: Press 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.
Page 21: Technical Information
Technical information Speciﬁcation 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 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz...
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you are experiencing problems with your radio, there are some quick and easy checks that you can do, which may help to solve the problem. No sound / power: • Adjust the volume using the rotary control on your radio. •...
Page 23: Help And Assistance
Help and assistance If you require any technical guidance or ﬁnd that your DAB/FM Radio is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions or online at www.argos-support.co.uk If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021*. To help give us give you a fast and efﬁcient service please have the following information ready: You can ﬁnd these on the rating Model Ref.
Page 24 General information This symbol indicates that this product should not be treated as normal household waste and it should be recycled. Please take it to your nearest collection facility or for further details contact your local council or visit www.recycle-more.co.uk Batteries contain substances that may be harmful to the environment and human health.
Page 25: Product Guarantee
PRODUCT GUARANTEE This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of Year This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase. Any defect that arises due to faulty materials or workmanship will either be replaced, refunded or repaired free of charge where possible during this period by the dealer from whom you purchased the unit.
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