AVES Air User manual

Instruction Book
Digital Handheld Radio

Contents
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Welcome
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Controls
What’s in the Box?
You may also need
Getting Started
Using the FM Radio
Using the DAB Radio
Manual DAB Tuning
Storing your Favourite Stations
Recalling a Stored Station
Changing the Display
Using the Earphones
Setting the Sleep Time
Locking Keys
Sound
Resetting your Radio
Troubleshooting
General Specifications
Warnings
Maintenance
Copyright
Disclaimer
Warranty Information
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Setting the Time
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Welcome
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Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB)
is a digital radio technology for
broadcasting radio stations,
common in the U.K.
DAB provides for a higher quality
of sound and also allows
additional information to be
transmitted along side to the audio.
What does DAB Mean?
Other countries such as: Australia,
Belgium, Brunei, Croatia, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Greece,
Hungary, Hong Kong, Italy, Malta,
Holland, Norway, Singapore,
Switzerland transmits digital radio
in DAB+ format. Your digital
will work with DAB transmissions
in the U.K and with DAB+ in the above
countries. (Check www.worlddab.org)
to find the latest information on
additional country transmissions
of DAB+.
radio
What does DAB+Mean?
Congratulations on purchasing this aves DAB/FM Radio. You can now listen to both DAB and FM frequencies,
giving you access to a wide range of stations which, using DAB, will automatically tune.
Please read the warning section (on page15) carefully before using your radio.
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Earphone/wire antenna
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Battery cover
LCD Display
DAB/FM button
Forward button
Select button
Sleep button
Info button
Preset button
Backward button
Scan button
On/Off button Volume up
button
Volume down
button
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What’s in the Box?
You may also need
Two AAA size (UM-4,R03) batteries (not included)
Digital Hand Held Radio Earphones Micro Fiber bag
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Scanning for Stations
If you wish to find new DAB
stations or you move your radio
to a new location, you can
search using the SCAN key.
To view the signal strength, press the INFO button
repeatedly until the display shows the signal bar
at the bottom of the screen.
Signal
Battery Power Indicator
There is a battery power icon at the top of the
radio display. When the battery power is high,
the rectangle frame is full.
When the power is extremely low, the rectangle
becomes empty and the out frame flashes,
the radio will be switched “off ” automatically
and the batteries need to be replaced.
Getting Started
Place two AAA size (UM-4,R03) batteries into
the battery compartment at the back of your
DAB/DAB+/FM radio. Make sure the “+” and “-” on the
batteries correspond to those on the inside of
the battery compartment.
Plug in your earphones to work as an wire antenna.
Press the ON/OFF button to switch on your radio. A brief
“Welcome” message will appear and automatically
tune into all available DAB stations.
The display will advise you of all available DAB
stations found. If there are no DAB stations
available in your area the display will show:
“No Service” and with scrolling text showing:
“No DAB signal available”.
All available stations will be saved for future use.
You can switch between DAB and FM using the
DAB/FM button.
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Using the FM Radio
Using the DAB Radio
When you turn on your radio and switch to DAB mode for the first time it will search all the available DAB
stations automatically. If you wish to re-tune a DAB station or search for new stations press the SCAN button.
Press the SCAN button to scan for all available DAB stations.
You can explore the DAB stations by pressing the or button as follows:
In the DAB mode, press and hold the SELECT button to access the “Auto On/Off”
modes. Press and hold the SELECT button repeatedly to shift between the “Auto On” and “Auto Off ” modes.
In the “Auto On” mode, select the stations by pressing the or button and
the station will be selected automatically.
In the “Auto Off ” mode, you must press the SELECT
button to confirm after pressing the or
button to select the station.
Turn on your radio by pressing the ON/OFF button.
Switch to FM by pressing the DAB/FM button. You can select the desired frequency manually
by pressing the or button to move up or down.
Fine tuning can be done by pressing or once and repeatedly until the desired frequency is
found. Alternatively, if you press the SCAN button it will automatically seek out the next available station.
If you press and hold the SCAN button it will search in the opposite direction.
Your radio’s default setting
is set to “Auto On”.
Please Note:
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Manual DAB Tuning
To select the manual tuning function, press and hold the INFO button until the display shows
“Manual Tune”, then press the SELECT button to confirm.
Press the or button to move through the DAB channels. The display will show “5A to 13F”
and their associated frequency. Press the SELECT button to confirm selection.
If the DAB channel locates a station group, the name of the station group will appear at the bottom
of the display.
Press the SELECT button again and the first station name will appear on the display and play automatically.
To exit the “manual menu” press the INFO button.
To return to the “manual menu” press and hold the INFO button.
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Recalling a Stored Station
Once you have saved your preset stations you can press the PRESET button to recall the saved station.
Press the PRESET button to enter into the “Preset Load” function.
Press the or button to select your desired preset station number.
Press the SELECT button to confirm selection and your radio will tune into that station.
Storing your Favourite Stations
You can store your favourite stations to the memory. This will enable you to access your favourite
stations quickly and easily at a later date.
Press and hold the PRESET button, the letter “P” followed by a number from “1 to 10" and the
word “empty” will appear on the screen if this position is empty. Press the or button
repeatedly to select the desire preset position(”P1 to P10").
Press the SELECT button to save the station.
You can save up to 10 stations in both the DAB and FM mode.
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Setting the Time
When you first turn on your radio it will automatically synchronise to the local
time by searching the DAB signal, it will continue to search the time information
until it is synchronised.
If the radio cannot find a DAB frequency to set the clock, you can use the FM mode
(some FM stations also transmit time information).
Switch to the FM mode by pressing the DAB/FM button.
Search for a station using either the or button or the SCAN button.
If the FM station is transmitting time information it will set itself automatically.
Not all FM stations transmit time information.
If the time does not synchronise, press the SCAN
button to find another station and repeat the
steps until the time is set.
Please Note:
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Changing the Display
DAB Mode FM Mode
Date
Frequency
Ensemble/Multiplex (Group Name)
Date
Frequency
Audio Bit Rate
Radio Text
Program Type
DLS (Scrolling Text)
Program Type
Signal strength
Audio Type
When using the radio in either the DAB or FM mode you can view
what appears on the display by pressing the INFO button.
Press the INFO button repeatedly to scroll through the options.
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Using Earphones
You can listen to your radio using earphones with a 3.5mm jack. Plug the earphones into the
socket on top of your radio.
Setting the Sleep Time
The “sleep function” allows you to program the radio to switch itself
"off ” after a set period of 10, 20,30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.
Press and hold the SLEEP button to set the sleep time.
Press the button repeatedly to choose between the above options
and then press the SELECT button to confirm chosen time.
or
When the “sleep function” is active the display will show:
Your radio will continue to play and switch itself “off ” when the sleep time expires.
If you turn your radio “off ” before the sleep time expires, your “sleep function” setting will automatically be deactivated.
Press the SLEEP button to view the “sleep” settings.
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Locking Keys
Pressing the ON/OFF and INFO buttons together in the “power on” mode will activate the “keylock” function. When “keylock”
is active, the display will show:
Press the ON/OFF and INFO buttons together again to unlock.
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When using the FM radio you can choose
either “mono” or “auto” (stereo) sound
mode using the SELECT button. Setting
the radio to “mono” mode may improve
sound quality in areas where a weak aerial
signal results in a high level of background
noise.
Sound Type
You can select the desired volume using
the VOL + and VOL - button.
Volume
Make sure the volume level is set to a low
setting before you plug in the earphones
and then adjust to the desired level to
prevent damage to your hearing.
Sound Warning
Dynamic Label Segmenting is text sent from
the DAB radio station you are listening to.
This can include information about the
songs that you are playing or other
additional information.
What does DLS mean?
Sound
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Resetting your Radio
You can “reset” your radio by the following steps:
Press and hold the INFO button to enter into “reset menu”.
Use the button to scroll through the options.
Press the SELECT button to confirm selection.
or
All presets stations in DAB and FM will be erased.
The radio will be restored back to its original
factory settings.
Please Note:
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Troubleshooting
Problem Suggested Action
No Power Check batteries are correctly inserted into the radio.
Check battery life icon.
No Sound Check that the volume control is NOT at the minimum setting.
Radio Channel Reception is Poor Adjust the earphone location and position to obtain the best signal reception.
Tune to the correct radio channel frequency.
Function Disturbed If none of the above solution works, try switching “off” your radio and remove the
batteries for a few minutes before replacing batteries and switching it “on” again.
No Signal Check that your location can receive DAB transmissions.
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General Specifications
Frequency Coverage
Earphone Output
Batteries
Power Consumption
Power Consumption(Standby)
DAB Band lll and FM PLL radio
Band lll 174.928 MHz to 239.200MHz (DAB)
FM87.5-108 MHZ (FM)
4.0mW RMS
AAA size (UM-4,R03) batteries x 2 pieces
0.4w
0.15mW
Battery Life (Using Alkaline
Cells/normal volume) More than 8 hours
Earphone Socket 3.5mm stereo earphones jack
LCD
Dimension
Multi-Function Dot Matrix LCM
(128x64 Dot) Display with Back light
102x58x16mm
Earphones
Accessories
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Warnings
Read all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Place the product on a firm and level surface.
Avoid placing the product in places subject to constant vibration.
Turn off the product during thunderstorms.
Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not use aggressive cleaners as they will damage the surface.
Only use attachments or accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Do not attempt to open the cabinet or remove any covers.
Repairs must only be performed by the manufacturer or it’s approved service agent.
Do not immerse the main unit, or any accessories in water or other liquid.
Do not locate the product near a heat source or in direct sun light. Do not place a naked flame source on or near
this product.
Do not place heavy objects on top of the product
Do not install this product in a confined or “built in” space such as a book case or similar unit, use in a well ventilated
area. The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers,
tablecloths or curtains etc.
Use the product in moderate temperature range only. Avoid operating the unit in humid or moist places.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards.
There are, however, some operational precautions that you should be aware of :
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The product should not be exposed to “dripping” or “splashing” and that objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall not be placed on or near the product.
Please refer to the information on the rating label at the back of the product for electric and safety information
before installing or operating the product.
No batteries on this product should be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire etc.
When replacing battery, only use the same type specified or equivalent. Note the danger of explosion if incorrect
battery is used.
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Maintenance
Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents.
Polish the screen with a soft micro fiber cloth and if necessary a very small amount of a proprietary glass cleaner.
Do not attempt to disassemble you product.
Do not paint your product.
Do not drop, throw or try to bend your product.
Do not expose your product to open flames or lit tobacco products.

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Copyright
Aves Digital Limited makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents
of this document. Aves Digital Limited reserves the right to revise this publication and to
make changes in it from time to time without any obligation on Aves Digital Limited to
notify any person or organisation of such revisions or changes.
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Warranty Information
Aves Digital Limited warrants to the end user that this product will be free from defects in materials
and workmanship in the course of normal use for a period of one year from the date of purchase.
This guarantee covers breakdowns due to manufacturing or design faults; it does not apply in cases
such as accidental damage, however caused, wear and tear, negligence, modification or repair not
authorized by us.
Please return your warranty card or visit www.avesdigital.co.uk to register.
In the unlikely event of a problem with this product, please contact
www.avesdigital.co.uk with model name, serial number, warranty card and receipt details.
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