Akai AKDB448B User manual

DAB/FM Digital Radio
AKDB448B/AKDB448W
Instruction Manual
AFTER SALES SUPPORT
1300 886 649

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Welcome
Congratulations on choosing to buy an AKAI product.
All products brought to you by AKAI are manufactured to the highest standards
of performance and safety and, as part of our philosophy of customer service and
satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 1 Year Warranty.
We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.

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Contents
General Safety Instructions 4
Parts List 5
Getting Started 6
Using the Radio 7
Product Care 14
Troubleshooting 15
Technical Specications 16

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General Safety Instructions
Read this manual thoroughly before rst use and keep it in a safe place for future reference,
along with the warranty card, purchase receipt and carton. The safety precautions enclosed
herein reduce the risk of re, electric shock and injury when correctly adhered to. Follow all
instructions and take notice of all warnings to reduce the risk of re or electric shock.
• For household and indoor use only.
• Place the appliance on at, stable surface with adequate ventilation and away from other
sources of heat. Minimum distances around the appliance for adequate ventilation is 5cm.
Do not cover or restrict ventilation openings.
• Fully unwind the cable before plugging in and ensure the cable is positioned away from
areas where it is likely to get damaged or cause a trip hazard.
• Do not operate the appliance if damaged or after is malfunctions. In the event supply
cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by a qualied service engineer, with a suitable
approved part.
• Do not pull on cable to disconnect from mains supply.
• Keep appliance, cable and plug dry and away from areas where it is likely to get splashed.
Avoid using in hot, humid environments.
• Do not place items with naked ames or containers with liquids on this appliance.
• Switch o and unplug when not in use and before cleaning or servicing the appliance.
Servicing of this appliance must only be carried out by a qualied electrician.
• Always ensure the mains plug is ready to be unplugged - Do not use with "lockable"
sockets or permanently wire to mains.
• The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision of instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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TOP PANEL
1. POWER button
2. PRESET button
3. MODE/MENU Button
4. Channel knob
5. Volume knob
Parts List
REAR
6. Battery compartment
SIDE
7. AUX IN
8. Earphone jack
9. DC IN
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Getting Started
Mains Operation
Connect the AC power cord into the back of the unit, and then plug into the power
socket. Press the POWER button to switch on the radio.
Battery Operation
Insert 4 x AA batteries into the battery compartment and press the POWER button
to switch on the radio.
ModeMenu
Standby
16:02
Digital Radio
News
BBC World Service
London UK
B B C
WORLD
SERVICE
Note: Standby mode only available when radio powered by adapter.
(Not included)
ModeMenu
Digital Radio
BBC World Service
News
London UK
B B C
WORLD
SERVICE

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Using the Radio
1. Modes
Press the MODE/MENU button to switch between DAB, FM and AUX IN.
2. Volume Control
Rotate the volume knob clockwise to increase the volume and anticlockwise to
decrease the volume.
3. Changing the station (DAB)
Rotate the channel knob clockwise or anticlockwise to change the station.
Find the station that you want to listen to, and then press down the SELECT button.
NOTE: Wait for a couple of seconds to hear playback.
Mode
Mode
FM
DAB
in
AUX
ModeMenu
ModeMenu
Volume 16:02
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ModeMenu
Station List
11 M Finance D
12 M Music D
13 M Life D
32 CNR HK
31 RTHK PTC
33 RTHK Radio 3
34 RTHK BBC(WS)
16:02
listen to and wait for 2 sec
Select the station you wish to
listen to and press select

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Using the Radio (Cont.)
Menu
ModeMenu
ModeMenu
FM
92.65MHz
[No Radio Text]
FM
92.65MHz
[No Radio Text]
+/- 0.05 MHz
4. Changing the station (FM)
Rotate the channel knob clockwise or anticlockwise to change frequency +/- 0.05
MHz. Press the SELECT button to auto scan to the next station.
5. Auto Scan (FM)
1. In FM mode, press and hold the MODE/MENU button.
2. When the 'FM Auto Scan' option appears, press the SELECT knob to auto scan
and store all the FM stations. This operation will overwrite the preset stations.
3. When the 'Scan Setting' option appears, press the SELECT knob to select.
4. Rotate the Prev. or Next knob to select. Choose 'Strong Stations Only' to only
stop at stations with a strong signal, or 'All Stations' to stop at any station found
with a strong or weak signal. Press the SELECT knob to activate the setting.
6. Menu
Press and hold the MODE/MENU button for 2 seconds. Rotate the channel knob
clockwise or anticlockwise to scroll through the menu. Press the SELECT button
down to enter a submenu or to make a selection.

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Using the Radio (Cont.)
Menu
ModeMenu
Digital Radio
News
BBC World Service
London UK
B B C
WORLD
SERVICE
Digital Radio
BBC World Service
News
London UK
B B C
WORLD
SERVICE
B B C
WORLD
News - London UK
SERVICE
B B C
WORLD
SERVICE
wait for 2 secs wait for 2 secs Select and wait for 2 secs
Menu
ModeMenu
Hold for 2 secs
Digital Radio
>Full Scan
Prune Invalid
Manual Tune
DRC
System Settings
Info
16:02
Digital Radio
>
Full Scan
Manual Tune
Prune Invalid
DRC
System Settings
Info
16:02 System Settings
Equalizier
Backlight
Time/Date
Language
Factory Reset
16:02
Software Version
Equalizer
Normal
Classic
Jazz
Pop
Rock
Speech
My EQ
16:02
Equalizer
Classic
Jazz
Pop
Rock
Speech
My EQ
My EQ Setup
16:02
7. Slide Show
Press the SELECT button to start a slideshow.
8. Change Equalizer Settings

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Using the Radio (Cont.)
9. My EQ Setup

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10. Time and Date
Using the Radio (Cont.)

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Using the Radio (Cont.)
11. Backlight
wait for 2 secs
Select and wait for 2 secs Select and wait for 2 secs Select and wait for 2 secs
wait for 2 secs wait for 2 secs
Menu
ModeMenu
hold for 2 secs
Digital Radio
>
Full Scan
Prune Invalid
Manual Tune
DRC
System Settings
Info
16:02
Digital Radio
>
Full Scan
Prune Invalid
Manual Tune
DRC
System Settings
Info
16:02 System Settings
Equalizier
Time/Date
Backlight
Language
Factory Reset
16:02
Software Version
Timeout 16:02 On Level 16:02
Hi
Medium
Low
On
10 sec
20 sec
30 sec
45 sec
60 sec
90 sec
Timeout 16:02
20 sec
30 sec
45 sec
60 sec
90 sec
120 sec
180 sec
Dim Level 16:02
Backlight
Timeout
On Level
Dim Level
16:02
Hi
Medium
Low
wait for 2 secs
Select and wait for 2 secs Select and wait for 2 secs Select and wait for 2 secs
wait for 2 secs wait for 2 secs
Menu
ModeMenu
hold for 2 secs
Digital Radio
>
Full Scan
Prune Invalid
Manual Tune
DRC
System Settings
Info
16:02
Digital Radio
>
Full Scan
Prune Invalid
Manual Tune
DRC
System Settings
Info
16:02 System Settings
Equalizier
Time/Date
Backlight
Language
Factory Reset
16:02
Software Version
Timeout 16:02 On Level 16:02
Hi
Medium
Low
On
10 sec
20 sec
30 sec
45 sec
60 sec
90 sec
Timeout 16:02
20 sec
30 sec
45 sec
60 sec
90 sec
120 sec
180 sec
Dim Level 16:02
Backlight
Timeout
On Level
Dim Level
16:02
Hi
Medium
Low

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12. Language
13. Factory Reset
Using the Radio (Cont.)
wait for 2 secs wait for 2 secs wait for 2 secs
Menu
ModeMenu
hold for 2 secs
Digital Radio
>
Full Scan
Manual Tune
Prune Invalid
DRC
System Settings
Info
16:02
Digital Radio
>
Full Scan
Manual Tune
Prune Invalid
DRC
System Settings
Info
16:02 System Settings
Equalizier
Backlight
Time/Date
Language
Factory Reset
16:02
Software Version
Language
English
Dansk
Norsk
Svenska
16:02
wait for 2 secs wait for 2 secs Select and wait for 2 secs
Menu
ModeMenu
HOLD for 2 secs
Digital Radio
>Full Scan
Prune Invalid
Manual Tune
DRC
System Settings
Info
16:02
Digital Radio
>
Full Scan
Manual Tune
Prune Invalid
DRC
System Settings
Info
16:02 System Settings
Equalizier
Backlight
Time/Date
Language
Factory Reset
16:02
Software Version
Factory Reset
All setting will be restored
to factory default! Are you
sure?
16:02
Yes No
Note: Factory reset will erase all station lists, settings previously stored
wait for 2 secs
Select and wait for 2 secs Select and wait for 2 secs Select and wait for 2 secs
wait for 2 secs wait for 2 secs
Menu
ModeMenu
hold for 2 secs
Digital Radio
>
Full Scan
Prune Invalid
Manual Tune
DRC
System Settings
Info
16:02
Digital Radio
>
Full Scan
Prune Invalid
Manual Tune
DRC
System Settings
Info
16:02 System Settings
Equalizier
Time/Date
Backlight
Language
Factory Reset
16:02
Software Version
Timeout 16:02 On Level 16:02
Hi
Medium
Low
On
10 sec
20 sec
30 sec
45 sec
60 sec
90 sec
Timeout 16:02
20 sec
30 sec
45 sec
60 sec
90 sec
120 sec
180 sec
Dim Level 16:02
Backlight
Timeout
On Level
Dim Level
16:02
Hi
Medium
Low
wait for 2 secs
Select and wait for 2 secs Select and wait for 2 secs Select and wait for 2 secs
wait for 2 secs wait for 2 secs
Menu
ModeMenu
hold for 2 secs
Digital Radio
>
Full Scan
Prune Invalid
Manual Tune
DRC
System Settings
Info
16:02
Digital Radio
>
Full Scan
Prune Invalid
Manual Tune
DRC
System Settings
Info
16:02 System Settings
Equalizier
Time/Date
Backlight
Language
Factory Reset
16:02
Software Version
Timeout 16:02 On Level 16:02
Hi
Medium
Low
On
10 sec
20 sec
30 sec
45 sec
60 sec
90 sec
Timeout 16:02
20 sec
30 sec
45 sec
60 sec
90 sec
120 sec
180 sec
Dim Level 16:02
Backlight
Timeout
On Level
Dim Level
16:02
Hi
Medium
Low

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Care and Maintenance
Wipe external surfaces with a soft cloth. If the casing is very dirty, unplug from
the mains supply and use a damp cloth soaked in a weak solution of washing up
liquid and water. Allow to dry thoroughly before reusing.
Responsible Disposal
At the end of its working life, do not throw this appliance out with your
household rubbish. Electrical and electronic products contain substances that
can have a detrimental eect on the environment and human health if disposed
of inappropriately. Observe any local regulations regarding the disposal of
electrical consumer goods and dispose it appropriately for recycling. Contact
your local authorities for advice on recycling facilities in your area.
Product Care

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
No sound
Your headphones may be
connected. The volume
may have been set to low.
The power cord may not
be connected correctly/
rmly.
Disconnect your headphones
from the unit. Adjust the
volume level of the radio.
Reconnect the power cord
rmly.
Audio distortion or
intermittent cut-out Low signal strength.
Check/re-position the
antenna. Move the radio to
another location. Re-scan local
(high-strength) stations only.
No DAB+ Signal DAB+ may not be
available in your area.
Visit the digital radio website
to nd out if DAB+ is available
in your area:
www.digitalradioplus.com.au
Error Message Meaning
‘Service not available’ No DAB Reception.
‘Signal error’ The DAB signal has been interrupted.
‘No DAB Station’ The listed station cannot be found.
‘No stations found’ No DAB stations are available, check aerial.
‘No Radio text’ No RDS text information is available on this
station.
‘No PTY’ No RDS programme type information is available.
“No Name’ No RDS station name is being broadcast.
Error Messages

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Technical Specications
Description DAB+/FM Digital Radio
Speaker 1 x 1W RMS
Frequency Ranges FM: 87.5-108MHz
DAB/DAB+: 174-240MHz
LCD Display 2.4 inches colour TFT display
Power Supply DC power input: 4 x 1.5V AA-size batteries
Power adaptor: DC 5V, 1A
Dimensions (L x W x H) 155mm x 47mm x 110mm

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a warranty claim, be sure to include all accessories
with the product.
Product does not work?
If you encounter problems with this product, or if it fails to
perform to your expectations, please contact our
After Sales Support Centre on (AU) 1300 886 649 or
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