Bush DS869C User manual

DS869C
877/6659

You’ll soon be enjoying your new DAB+/FM Radio
It all begins here, with your instructions. Don’t worry, there’s
nothing too technical coming up. Just simple, step-by-step
guidance to get you up and running quickly. Sound good? Then
let’s get started.
Help and Guidance
We’re here to help you get the most from DAB+/FM Radio. Should you require
any guidance, a simple solution can often be found online at:
www.argos-support.co.uk
If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 604 0105.
If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a
simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting

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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 604 0105
Contents
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Safety information
Safety information 6
Getting to know your DAB+/FM Radio
Ready? Let’s begin 11
Unpacking 11
Product overview 12
Using your DAB+/FM Radio
Power source 17
Battery supply operation 16
General operation 17
System settings 18
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DAB operation
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FM operation 25
Bluetooth®
operation
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Using earphones
Other information
Specifications 28
Product support
Help and assistance 31
Disposal 32
Guarantee 33

Safety information 1

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Safety information
Important - Please read these instructions fully before
installing or operating
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
-Read all the instructions carefully before using the unit and keep them for future reference.
-Check that the voltage marked on the rating label matches your mains voltage.
-The unit must be placed on a flat stable surface and should not be subjected to vibrations.
-Do not place the unit on sloped or unstable surfaces as the unit may fall o or tip over.
-The mains socket must be located near the unit and should be easily accessible.
-Avoid extreme degrees of temperature, either hot or cold. Place the unit well away from heat
sources such as radiators or gas/electric fires. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and other
sources of heat.
-Never place any type of candle or naked flame on the top of or near the unit.
-To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, do not expose this unit to rain,
moisture, dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on
the unit.
-If you spill any liquid into the unit, it can cause serious damage. Switch it o at the mains
immediately. Withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
-To prevent the risk of electric shock or fire hazard due to overheating, ensure that curtains and
other materials do not obstruct the ventilation vents.
-Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space,
ensure that a minimum of 10cm Should be kept around the apparatus for ventilation.
-The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily
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Mains Adapter
-Make sure the unit is not resting on top of the mains cable, as the weight of the unit may damage
the mains cable and create a safety hazard.
-If the mains adapter is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Interference
-Do not place the unit on or near appliances which may cause electromagnetic interference.
If you do, it may adversely a ect the operating performance of the unit, and cause a distorted
sound.
Supervision
-Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the unit.
-Never let anyone especially children push anything into the holes, slots or any other openings in
the case - this could result in a fatal electric shock.
Service/Maintenance
-To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove screws. The unit does not contain any user serviceable
parts.Please leave all maintenance work to qualified personnel.
-Do not open any fixed covers as this may expose dangerous voltages.
-Ensure to unplug the unit from the mains socket before cleaning.
-Do not use any type of abrasive pad or abrasive cleaning solutions as these may damage the unit's surface.
-Do not use liquids to clean the unit.
Safety information
Important - Please read these instructions fully before
installing or operating
Risks associated with high volume
If you are listening to the device through headphones, always turn down the volume before putting on the
headphones. With the headphones in the correct position, increase the volume to the desired level.
To avoid possible hearing loss, do not listen at high volume for long periods of time.

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WARNING
Keep new and used batteries away from children.
If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from
children.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek
immediate medical attention.
The symbol indicates DC voltage
The symbol indicates polarity of d.c. power connector
The symbol indicates AC voltage
The symbol indicates class II equipment
For indoor use only
RECYCLING This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant
to European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize
its impact on the environment. User has the choice to give his product to a competent
recycling organization or to the retailer when he buys a new electrical or electronic
equipment.
-The mains plug of power adapter is used as the disconnect device, The socket-outlet shall be
installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type
WARNING
To avoid replacement of a battery with an incorrect type
Don't disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a Battery.
Don’t leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment
To avoid battery subjected to extremely low air pressure.
-Under the environment with radio-frequency disturbance, the product may malfunction and
could self-recover when the interference disappear.
Safety information
Important - Please read these instructions fully before
installing or operating

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Getting to know your DAB+/FM Radio
You’ll be up and running in no time
Ready? Let’s begin...
Please read these instructions carefully. They contain important information which will help you
get the best from your product and ensure safe and correct installation and operation.
If you require any further assistance, our technical experts are happy to help. For full
details, refer to the product support section at the end of these instructions.
Unpacking
Remove all items from the packaging. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it, please do so
according to local regulations.
The following items are included:
Main U Instruction Manual

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Getting to know your DAB+/FM Radio
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Product Overview
Front View
1. Power
2. Preset
3. Scan
4. Previous button
5. OK/ Volume dial
6.
Mode
7.
Info / Back8.
Menu
9.
Next button
10. LCD display
OK
VOL
SCAN
PRESET
MODE
MENU
INFO
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11. Battery Compartment
Insert 4* 1.5V C batteries into battery compartment (4* 1.5V C batteries not included)
12. Headphone jack
13. DC in socket
Rear view
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Using your DAB+/FM Radio
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Battery supplied operation
Battery safety and disposal
CAUTION – Danger of explosion if batteries are incorrectly fitted / replaced. Only use 1.5V C
batteries in this appliance.
Be sure to insert batteries correctly taking care to observe the correct polarity (+ and -).
Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended.
Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
Never mix old and new batteries (replace all batteries at the same time).
Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.
Always remove exhausted or dead batteries from the product.
Remove batteries from the product before extended storage.
Dispose of batteries responsibly at local authority household waste recycling facility.
Do not dispose of batteries in fire as the batteries may explode.

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Using your DAB+/FM Radio
Let’s get started
Power source
Mains power
1. Unwind the mains power cable to its full length. Connect the end of the cable to the DC IN
Socket at the rear of the unit and then connect the mains adapter to the mains socket.
Make sure the mains adapter is firmly inserted into the mains socket. The unit is now ready to
use.
2. To switch the unit o completely, unplug the mains adapter from the mains socket.
-Connecting the unit to any other power source may cause damage to the unit.
-Hold the power adaptor when plugging it into an outlet or unplugging it. Never pull the
cord itself.
General operation
Powering ON/OFF
When you first connect the unit to the mains socket, display will show a clock image. If you can
receive a DAB signal in your location, the unit will synchronise to the current local time.
∞ Press Power button to switch the unit to ON mode.
∞ Press Power button to switch the unit back to STANDBY mode.
∞ Disconnect the mains adaptor from the mains socket if you want to switch the unit o
completely.
∞ When the unit is idle for approximately 15 minutes in Bluetooth mode, it will
automatically switch to standby.
∞ Please turn the unit o completely to save energy when not in use.
Selecting Modes
Press the Mode button to switch between Digital Radio, FM, Bluetooth modes.

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Navigating the Menu
1. Press the MENU button to access the menu.
2. Rotate the dial to select your choice.
3. Press the OK/Volume dial to confirm your selection.
Adjusting the volume
∞Turn the volume dial to increase/decrease the volume.
System settings
1. Press MENU button to access the menu.
2. Rotate the dial to select System settings and then press the OK/Volume dial to confirm.
Equaliser
select a default sound format or configure your own.
During System settings mode, rotate the dial to select Equaliser and then press
the OK/Volume dial to confirm.
1. The display will show: “Normal” – “Classic” – “Jazz” – “Pop” – “Rock” – “Speech” – “My
EQ”
If you have selected a personalised sound format under the following entry, select MY EQ
to take over the sound format directly. “My EQ” (and then enter the “My EQ Setup” to set
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Sleep:
Alarm Setting
no actions have been performed up until then.
1. Rotate the dial to select either OFF-90-60-45-30-15 minutes.
2. Press the OK/Volume dial to confirm your selection.

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Time /Date
Backlight:
1. Set Time/Date
The date and time are displayed as mm-dd-yyyy with the first value, mm, active (flashing).
Adjust each value with the dial control. As each value is set by pressing the OK/Volume dial
control, the next value becomes active ready for adjustment.
2. Auto-update (from any, from DAB, from FM) or No update
Select Update from any, from DAB, or from FM.
Note that if you are updating the time from DAB or FM, Radio will auto-update from the
selected source when time information is available.
3. Set 12/24 Hour format
Allows you to change between 12 and 24 hour display.
4. Set Date Format
Allows you to change between DD-MM-YYYY to MM-DD-YYYY.
You can configure the display lighting under BACKLIGHT:
– Dim the display in standby mode after a pre-determined time
– Display brightness
Setting the dim time, Choose Timeout: “on” – “10 sec” – “20 sec” – “30 sec” – “45 sec” – “60
sec” – “90 sec” – “120 sec” – “180 sec”, press the OK/Volume dial to confirm.
Display brightness during operation
Select On level and choose “High” – “Medium” – “Low”, press the OK/Volume dial to confirm.
Display brightness in standby mode
Select DIM level and choose “High” – “Medium” – “Low”, press the OK/Volume dial to
confirm.