Bush POCKET User manual

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PORTABLE DAB+ DIGITAL RADIO
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www.bushaustralia.com.au

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Introduction
Thank you for your purchase. This product is designed to give
you many years of trouble-free service.
You may already be familiar with using a similar unit,
however please take the time to read these instructions
to ensure that you operate the product correctly.
Safety is important
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
Therefore, please ensure you read the “Safety
Instructions”carefully before you operate this unit.
Warranty
In the unlikely event that your product fails to work
normally, please call one of the below free phone
numbers to discuss the problem with one of our qualified
service engineers.
Australia
Bush Warranty: 1800 509 394
New Zealand
Bush Warranty: 0800 450 259
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CONTENTS
Introduction………………………………………….
1
FM Mode…………………………………………….
10-11
General Instructions….……..………….…………
3-5
Generation Operations……………………………
11-12
Controls and Features…………………………….
6-8
Troubleshooting…………………………………….
13
Getting Started…………………………………….
9
Specification………………………………………..
14
DAB+ Mode…………………………….…………..
9-10
Warranty…………………………………………….
15-16
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General Instructions
Please ensure that you read all of these safety
instructions carefully, before operating this unit.
Safety Considerations
Do not use the unit in humid or damp conditions.
Do not allow your radio to get wet. You must keep it
away from dripping or splashing water.
Do not cover the ventilation holes as this may cause
the unit to overheat.
No naked flame sources, such as candles or
cigarettes, should be used near the unit.
Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as
vases or jugs, on or near the unit.
Battery Pack
This unit is designed for either Nickel-Metal-Hydride
battery pack or 3 non-rechargeable Alkaline AAA batteries,
please do not perform USB charging when non rechargeable
Alkaline AAA batteries are installed in the radio. Only perform
USB charging if rechargeable (NiMH/NiCd) batteries are
installed.
The old battery pack should be recycled or disposed of in an
environmentally friendly way as prescribed by local
regulations.
Cleaning
Do not use any liquids or aerosol cleaners, as this may
damage the unit. Use a soft, dust free cloth.
Servicing
There are no user serviceable parts in the unit. When
servicing, refer to qualified service personnel.
Consult your retailer if you are ever in doubt about the
installation/operation/safety of the product.
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What is DAB+
DAB+ was developed in Europe by a consortium of
broadcasters and manufacturers. DAB+ uses digital
compression techniques to transform the source material,
i.e. music and speech, into better quality audio.
Interference Free Reception
Analogue systems suffer from an effect called “multipath
distortion”. This is because waves do not behave in an
orderly fashion, but bounce and reflect off buildings etc.
DAB+ sees this as an advantage and uses the directed
and reflected signals to reinforce the end result, allowing
for better service more of the time.
No Need to Re-tune
Performing a scan of your DAB+ radio will locate all
available stations within a broadcast area. DAB+ scans
automatically and tunes-in all of the available stations. You
Scrolling Text
Broadcasters can transmit text to your radio. This way you
can read the name of the DJ, artist, song title news,
weather or any other information broadcast by DAB+
stations.
DAB+ Coverage
Check your local coverage at
www.digitalradioplus.com.au, or alternatively send a text
message to 0409-DRPLUS to receive an SMS confirming
whether you reside in a DAB+ broadcast area.
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Getting Started
Carefully remove your DAB+ Digital Radio from the box.
We recommend keeping the packaging for future reference.
In the Box
Inside the box you will find:
1 DAB+ Digital Radio (Main Unit) + 1 User Guide
1 Set of Headphones + 1 USB cable
3 non-rechargeable Alkaline AAA batteries
Using Headphones
To listen to your DAB+ Digital Radio via Headphones, you
will require headphones with a 3.5 mm diameter stereo
plug (as per the set included). The Headphone Socket is
located on the top of the unit.
Please note that the headphones also function as the aerial
for your portable radio. Other headphones may be used if
preferred, but signal strength may be reduced if the
headphones used have a connection wire that is shorter than
the original 1m length
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FRONT
1. Display Screen
2. Info Button
3. Mode Button
4.  SELECT 
5. Scan Button
6. Mute Button
7. Menu Button
8. Preset Button
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SIDE
1. Volume Button
2. USB Charge Port
Bottom
TOP
Display Screen
3. Standby Button
4. Headphone Socket
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BACK VIEW
Alkaline/NiMH Switch
The USB cable is provided for you to charge
rechargeable batteries placed in your radio via your
PC or laptop with an output of 5V.
Battery Warnings
·If you prefer to use Nickel-Metal-Hydride batteries, before installing
them, flick the switch inside the battery compartment to NIMH, likewise,
flick the switch to Alkaline side when 3 Alkaline batteries are installed.
·This unit has a charge management circuit that ensures that it is never
over-charged. Normally, the charge needs about 5 hours, it will
automatically stop charging, when the battery is full.
·Please do not reverse polarity of batteries nor mix battery types, and do
not mix old and new batteries.
·If you will not use the radio for an extended period, please take the
batteries out to avoid damage to the radio.
Battery Operation
1. Push the triangle on the back of the unit down to open the battery door.
2. Place batteries, matching polarity with the markings on the radio and
replace the cover.
3. Press , the unit will turn on.
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Getting Started
Press to switch the radio on or off.
Please note: for initial use, following a welcome message, an
auto scan will be conducted, and store all available DAB+
Stations into its memory list. When the scan is complete, the
first located station will begin to play.
DAB+ Mode
Change to another Station
Please note: make sure your radio is playing a DAB+ station.
Press or to browse through the radio station list 
Press SELECT to confirm the station that you wish to listen
to.
Update Station List
Please note: for best results - place your radio in an area with
strong signal position.
Press MENU press SELECT to confirm ‘Full scan’. Your radio
will now search for any new stations and update the station list
automatically.
Prune
Note: this will remove inactive stations from the station list.
Press MENU Press twice to ‘Prune’Press SELECT to
confirmpress to select Yes Press SELECT.
Adjusting the volume level
Press the + VOL - buttons on the side of radio to adjust the
volume level.
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DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
You can set the level of the compression of stations to
eliminate the differences in dynamic range or sound level
between radio stations.
Please note: off = no compression, low = little compression,
high =maximum compression.
Press MENU Press to ‘DRC’Press SELECT 
Press or to select ideal DRC Mode Press SELECT
to confirm.
FM Mode
Press MODE to shift into FM mode. To return to DAB+, press
MODE again.
Once in FM mode, it will start playing at the beginning of the
FM frequency range (87.50MHz) or it will play the last FM
station you were listening to when in FM mode.
Manual Tuning
Press or to change the frequency by 0.05MHz per
press.
Auto Tuning
Before performing Auto Tuning, please refer to ‘Scan Setting’
to make this process more effective.
This function may be performed via: press and hold or 
while FM frequency is displayed.
Scan Setting
By default, FM scans stop at any available station. This may
result in a poor signal-to-noise ratio (hiss) from weak
stations.
To change the scan settings to stop only at stations with good
signal strength, Press MENU Press SELECT to confirm <
Scan setting > Strong stations only press SELECT to
confirm.
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Audio Setting
By default, all stereo stations are reproduced in stereo. For
weak stations, this may result in a poor signal-to-noise ratio
(hiss).
To play weak stations in mono, Press MENU Audio
setting Forced mono Press SELECT to confirm.
GENERAL OPERATIONS
View Station Information
Please note: There is a variety of station information
transmitted by stations, and this radio offers a convenient
way for you to view this information.
To view currently playing station information, press INFO
repeatedly.
Store Preset Station
You can store up to 10 of your favourite stations in both DAB+
and FM mode.
The way of storing current playing station as a preset: Press
& hold PRESET until ‘Preset Store <1: (Empty)>’is displayed
Press or to your preferred option Press SELECT
to confirm.
Recall a Station Preset
Press MODE to select corresponding mode Press
PRESET to ‘Preset Recall’ Press or to your
preferred option Press SELECT to confirm.
Mute
Press MUTE to turn ‘Mute on’, you radio will instantly be
silent. Press MUTE again to ‘Mute off’, and your radio will
return to normal volume level.
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Key Lock and Unlock
Pressing and hold MUTE enters Key Lock mode, ‘Keys
Locked’will appear on the display. Pressing and holding
MUTE again, ‘Keys Unlocked’appeared on display, all keys
will work normally once again.
Software Upgrade
Please leave this function to authorized service repairer use
only.
Factory Reset
A factory reset resets all user settings to default values, so be
careful when you run this order.
Press MENU Press or to < Factory Reset > 
Factory Reset? <NO> or YES Press to ‘YES’Press
SELECT to confirm.
SW Version
Press MENU Press to < SW version> Press SELECT to
view the software version the radio is using.
Language
Please note: To suit for your personal preference, this unit
provides a variety of language options.
Press MENU Press or to <Language> Press
SELECT Press or to your target option Press
SELECT to confirm.
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Troubleshooting
If a fault occurs, check the points listed below before taking the radio for repair. If you are unable to solve a problem by following the
below hints we suggest you consult you retailer or service professional.
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you try to repair the unit yourself, as this would invalidate the warranty.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
No Sound
Headphones may not be connected properly.
The volume may have been set to low.
Reconnect your Headphones firmly.
Adjust the Volume level of the radio.
The Buttons on the Unit
are not Responding
Electrostatic discharge or interference from
other electrical equipment.
Turn the unit off and wait for 5 –10 seconds
and turn the unit back on
Radio Poor Reception
There is weak aerial signal or there may be
interference from other electrical equipment.
Keep the unit away from other electrical
equipment, where possible.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Name …………………......... POCKET
Power Supply…………………............ Alkaline AAA batteries: 1.5V x 3 NiMH battery pack: 1.2V x 3
Frequency range (DAB+) ………......... DAB+ (174-240MHz)
FM (87.5-108MHz)
Weight (incl. headphones) ………....... 48 grams
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Warranty
Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase. This
product is warranted for any defect in materials or
workmanship for 12 months years after the original
date of purchase. This product is for normal domestic
and office use only.
This warranty does not cover damage from misuse or
neglect , accidental damage, vermin infestation,
excessive voltages such us lightning or power surges
or any alternation that affects the performance or
reliability of the product.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be
excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You
are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major
failure and for compensation for any other reasonably
foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to
have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail
to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not
amount to a major failure.
In the unlikely event that your product fails to work
normally, please contact Bush Warranty on 1800 509
394 (Australia) or 0800 450 259 (New Zealand) and
have your receipt of purchase on hand.
This guarantee is subject to the following provisions:
It is only valid within boundaries of the country of
purchase
The product must be correctly assembled &
operated in accordance with the instructions
contained in the manual
This product must be used solely for domestic
purposes
The guarantee does not cover accidental damage
The guarantee will be rendered invalid if the
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product is resold or has been damaged by inexpert
repair
The manufacturer disclaims any liability for
incidental or consequential damaged
This guarantee is in addition to, & does not diminish,
your statutory or legal rights.
PO BOX 6287
Silverwater NSW 1811
www.bushaustralia.com.au
Bush Warranty: 1800 509 394 Australia
Bush Warranty: 0800 450 259 New Zealand
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PO BOX 6287
Silverwater NSW 1811
www.bushaustralia.com.au