digi-tech AR1692 User manual
DAB+ & FM Radio
with Bluetooth® Technology
AR1692
User Manual
Control Location
1. Info/Menu
2. Alarm
3. Preset
4. Select
5. Mode
6. Scan
7. Previous
8. Next
9. Carrying Handle
10. Dot-matrix LCD Display
11. Volume+
12. Volume-
13. Power On/Off
14. Speaker
15. USB Connector
16. Micro SD Card Slot
17. AUX-IN Jack
18. Micro-B DC Jack
19. Headphone Jack
20. Rod Antenna
21. Battery Compartment
OPERATING INSTRUCTION
POWER SUPPLY
AC Adaptor Operation
Insert one end of the AC adaptor to the Micro-B DC socket (Location 18) of the unit, and the other end to the power
supply. The unit will be automatically in standby mode when connecting to AC power.
If a 3.7V Li-ion 18650 rechargeable 1,500mAh battery (Optional item) is inserted inside the battery compartment
(Location 21), it will be charged up automatically when the unit is connecting to AC power.
To disconnect the set from the AC supply completely, withdraw the AC adaptor from the wall outlet.
DC (battery) Operation
1. To operate your unit on batteries, the AC adaptor must be disconnected from the unit and Wall outlet. If not, the
unit will be operated by AC power, instead of DC batteries.
2. Insert 3 batteries, type R14, UM2 or C cells (not included) into battery compartment and then close the
compartment cover (Location 21).
Notes
Check your batteries regularly. Old or discharged batteries should be replaced. If the unit is not to be used for
sometime or is being run exclusively on AC electrical current, remove batteries from the battery compartment to
avoid leakage.
Warning: Before using the unit, check that the local mains supply is compatible with the unit. Do not plug or unplug
the power cable when your hands wet.
When planning not to use the unit for long periods of time (i.e. vacation etc.) disconnect the plug from the wall
outlet.
Normal Operation
1. Press POWER to switch on the radio.
2. Press MODE once or more to select FM waveband.
3. The display shows the radio station details throughout the radio mode.
4. Select your station by using PREVIOUS ( ) or NEXT ( ).
5. Adjust the sound with VOLUME+ or VOLUME-.
6. To switch to standby mode, press POWER once.
Setting Time
Insert the adaptor plug into the DC socket located on the rear of your radio. During this time, the radio is scanning
to find a DAB radio signal. After a short time the current time will appear on the display. If no signal is found, the
time cannot be set. It may be necessary to relocate your radio to a position giving better reception.
Setting The Alarm
1. Check the radio is switched off.
2. Press and hold ALARM for 3 seconds on the front panel to start alarm setting.
3. To set the hours, press PREVIOUS ( ) or NEXT ( ) - while the display is still flashing, and press SELECT to
confirm hours.
5. To set the minutes, press PREVIOUS ( ) or NEXT ( ) while the display is still flashing, and press SELECT to
confirm minutes.
6. To set alarm mode (Daily / Weekdays / Weekends / Once), press PREVIOUS ( ) or NEXT ( ) while the display
is still flashing, and press SELECT to confirm.
7. To set alarm type (Beeper1 / Beeper2 / DAB / FM), press PREVIOUS ( ) or NEXT ( ) - while the display is still
flashing, and press ALARM to confirm alarm sound to complete the alarm setting.
Remark: Press ALARM once to enable / disable the alarm function. To make sure the alarm icon is switch on if
alarm function is in using.
Volume
Adjust the sound with the controls VOLUME + or VOLUME -
You may connect headphones (not included) to 3.5mm HEADPHONE JACK. The loudspeaker is then muted.
Avoid listening to headphones at high volume levels to prevent possible hearing damage.
FM Mode
Manual tuning
Press PREVIOUS ( ) or NEXT ( ) briefly, once or more until the right frequency is found.
Automatic tuning
1. Press and hold down SCAN until the display frequency starts to run.
2. When a station of sufficient strength has been found tuning stops, or you can start automatic tuning by pressing
SCAN again.
Presets
You can store the frequencies of up to 20 radio stations in the memory, (10 in FM wave bands; 10 in DAB+ wave
bands). A stored frequency can be erased from the memory by storing another frequency in its place.
Manual Preset
1. Select your wave band and tune to your desired station.
2. Press and hold PRESET once to enter programming mode.
3. Press PREVIOUS ( ) or NEXT ( ) to select the desired memory location.
4. Press SELECT once again to confirm the selected station.
5. To listen to a preset station:
• Press PRESET;
• press the PREVIOUS ( ) or NEXT ( ) for selecting your desired station.
To improve reception:
- For FM, pull out the telescopic aerial. To improve FM Reception incline and turn the aerial, reduce its length if the
FM-signal is too strong (very close to a transmitter).
DAB Mode
Auto Scan
1. Adjust the antenna extension and angle to have the best reception.
2. Press ON/STANDBY to switch on the unit.
3. The first time the radio is powered and switched on, it will automatically select DAB mode and start a quick scan
of the DAB channels to search for available stations. Please leave it to complete this process.
4. Rotate PREVIOUS ( ) or NEXT ( ) to select desired station.
Note: You may have to wait for the unit to tune into the new channel.
5. Press SCAN can fully scan the available channels again.
Manual Scan
1. Hold MENU/INFO, the display shows MANUAL, then press SELECT.
2. Press PREVIOUS ( ) or NEXT ( ) to select desired channel (5A-13F), press SELECT to enter the channel.
3. Select station by pressing PREVIOUS ( ) or NEXT ( )
Using the AUX Input
1. Connect the AUX connect wire from the out jack of your Personal Player such as portable MP3 player to the AUX
input jack
2. Turn on your Personal Player to begin playing, adjust the volume to desire listening level.
3. Adjust the volume by pressing the VOLUME + or VOLUME -
USB, MICRO SD CARD PLAYBACK
Able to decode and playback all MP3 files which stored in the memory media with USB connector, MICRO SD Card
Slot.
1. Select MODE to MP3.
2. Before connecting the USB media to the unit, make sure the port is in correct direction and will connect. Or insert
MICRO SD Card straightly without bending.
3. The system will automatically start reading the MP3 files in the USB Storage Media, MICRO SD Card.
4. Press USB MICRO SD PREVIOUS / PLAY PAUSE / NEXT buttons for Previous / Play & Pause / Next functions.
Wrongly connect the USB Storage Media or MICRO SD Card upside down could damage the unit or the USB
Storage Media or MICRO SD Card. A locked MICRO SD Card cannot detected or playback.
Bluetooth Function
1. Switch on the unit, press MODE to Bluetooth function. The Bluetooth LED indicator ”BLUE” will be flashing.
2. Activate the Bluetooth function in your Bluetooth device.
3. Select “AR1692” on your Bluetooth device for pairing. The Bluetooth LED indicator ”BLUE” will light on, and the
speakers will have a pop sound to confirm if you success connect with your Bluetooth device.
4. Start music play on your Bluetooth device. After connected, you can control the playback, pause, next, previous
function by both the Bluetooth device orthe radio directly.
5. Press PROG button for 3 second to disconnect the pairing of Bluetooth function. The Bluetooth LED indicator
will be flashing after pairing disconnected.
Tips:
The device will be disconnected when the device is moved beyond the operational range. If you want to reconnect
the device to the unit, place it within the operational range.
Note:
The operational range between this unit and a Bluetooth device is approximately 10 meters. Any obstacle between
this unit and a Bluetooth device can reduce the operational range.
Before you connect a Bluetooth device to this unit, familiarize yourself with the Bluetooth capabilities of the device.
Compatibility with all Bluetooth devices is not guaranteed.
Keep this unit away from any other electronic device that may cause interference.
SPECIFICATIONS
Rechargeable Battery: 3.7V Li-ion 18650, 1,500mAh
Speaker: 3”, 8Ω Dynamic
Power Output: 1.4W RMS
Dimensions: 190(W) x 118(H) x 70(D)mm
PRECAUTIONS:
1. For AC operation, make sure the voltage is compatible. Always use the supplied AC power cord; never use other
AC power cord.
2. Always disconnect the AC power cord from the AC power source when it is not in use.
3. Do not leave the batteries in the compartment for a long time. Remove the batteries to avoid leakage and
damage.
4. Do not expose the unit to extreme temperature nor high humidity to ensure normal functioning for a long
lifetime. For instances, never place the unit in bathing areas nor around stoves and radiators.
5. If you find the unit is not working properly, please take it to your nearest services center. Do not attempt to repair
by yourself.
WARNING :
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet, refer to service agent or qualified engineer only.
Distributed by:
TechBrands by Electus Distribution Pty. Ltd.
320 Victoria Rd, Rydalmere
NSW 2116 Australia
Ph: 1300 738 555
Int’l: +61 2 8832 3200
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www.techbrands.com
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