Discovery Expedition D103X User manual

SELF-POWERED AM / FM / SW /
NOAA WEATHER RADIO
D103X

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed and
manufactured to ensure your personal safety. However, improper use
can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read all
safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and use,
and keep these instructions handy for future reference. Take special
note of all warnings listed in these instructions and on the unit.
1. Read these instructions All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Keep these instructions The safety and operating instructions should
be kept for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the operating
instructionsshould be adhered to.
4. Follow all instructions All operation and use instructions should be
followed.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water The appliance should not be
used near water; for example, near a bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
6. Clean only with dry cloth The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
9. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
10. This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water
and that no object filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on
the apparatus.
11. Power Sources The appliance should be connected to a power
supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the appliance. Do not over load wall outlet.
12. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type.
13. Do not attempt to dismantle, open or repair this product yourself. If a
fault occurs, seek advice from your local qualified service technician or
contact the distributor via the telephone number at the back of this
instruction manual.
14. Caution marking and nameplate are located on bottom of product.
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COMPLIANCE WITH FCC REGULATIONS
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital Device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
WARNING:
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
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To prevent any scratching or damage to your furniture, we strongly recommend
that you purchase small self-adhesive felt pads, available at hardware stores
and home improvement centers everywhere, and apply these pads to the
bottom of the unit before you place the product on any fine wooden furniture.
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SPECIAL NOTE

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1 Speaker
2.Power Source Selector
3.FM/AM/SW/WX Band
4.Weather Channel Switch
5.Dial Pointer
6 Tuning Knob
7.Volume Knob
8 Flashlight
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Mini USB Jack
USB Jack
Earbuds Jack
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
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12 Flashlight Button
13.Telescopic Antenna
14. Solar Batteries
15.Hand Crank
16.Battery Compartment
17.Strap Hole
18.Tuning Indicator
19.Battery Charging Indicator
20.Charging External Device Indicator
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POWER SOURCE
This unit operates using DYNAMO power (manual charge by
cranking), or battery power
3 x “AAA” (UM-4) batteries (not included) or computer USB
DC 5V power.
A.“DYNAMO” POWER OPERATION
1.A DC 3.6V rechargeable battery is included with D103X.
When first time using the unit, open the battery compartment
and plug the rechargeable battery into the socket as shown.
Power Switch
Battery Socket
Battery(Downside)
Ni-MH Battery Cable
2 Replace the Battery Door.
3.Set the Power Source Selector to the “OFF” position.
4.Lift the Crank Handle outward until it is fully extended.
Rotate the Crank, the CHARGING Indicator
will light.
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Ni-MH Battery Safety Instructions.Do not burn or bury batteries.
Do not puncture or crush.Do not disassemble.Recycle Ni-MH batteries.
Do not dispose of in the trash.If the electrolyte in the cells should get on your skin,
thoroughly wash with soap and water. If in the eyes, rinse thoroughly with cool water.
Immediately seek medical attention.Use only chargers rated for Ni-MH cells.
Be sure the charger’s voltage and current settings are correct for the battery
pack being charged.Charge batteries on a fireproof surface away from flammable
items or liquids.Batteries should NEVER be left unattended while charging.
Only adults should charge the batteries.
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Follow the manufacturer's instructions for charging the product and
do not charge longer than recommended. Unplug the charger
when the battery is charged.
Recycle Rechargeable Batteries
Recycle your old rechargeable batteries at one of the many collection sites in
the U.S. and Canada. To find the site nearest you,
visit www.call2recycle.org or call toll-free 1-877-2-RECYCLE.
B.BATTERY OPERATION
C. OPERATION
D. COMPUTER USB OPERATION
1 Remove the Battery Door on the back of the radio.
2.Following the polarity diagram shown in the battery compartment,
insert 3 'AAA' (UM-4) batteries (Not included) and replace the battery door.
3.When batteries were installed, the power of the build-in rechargeable
battery pack will be cut off after setting the Power Source Selector to
“BATT.” (DRY CELL Battery) position.
: Be sure that the batteries are installed correctly.
Wrong polarity may damage the unit.
Power Source Selector
1. Connect your computer's USB to the mini USB connector of the unit.
2. Turn on your computer and s Power Source Selector
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IMPORTANT
WARNING:
- Be sure that the batteries are installed correctly. Wrong polarity may damage the unit.
- Do not mix old and new batteries.
- Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
- Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommend are to be used.
- If the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the battery. Any old or
leaking battery can cause damage to the unit and may void the warranty.
- Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may explode or leak.
Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat, rupture
and leak(Follow battery manufacturer's directions).
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SOLAR POWER
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POWER
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1. Set the to DYN position.
2. Put the unit in the sunlight, make the solar panel of the unit is facing
the sun. If the sunlight is enough strong, the power light "IN" will be on,
the unit can work normally.
et the to
DYN position.

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LISTEN TO THE RADIO
1. Set the Power Source Selector to "BATT." or "DYN." position
to turn the unit on.
2. Set the Band Switch to select AM/FM/SW band.
3. Rotate the tuning Knob to select the desired radio station,
the tuning LED will light if the station is properly tuned.
4. Adjust Volume Knob to obtain the desired sound level.
5. To tune the radio off, set the Power Source Selector to
“OFF” position.
HINTS FOR BEST RECEPTION:
-The AM antenna is located inside the cabinet of the unit. If AM reception is weak,
change the position of unit until the internal antenna picks up the strongest signal.
-To insure maximum SW/FM tuner reception, the Telescopic Antenna should be
fully extended and rotated to obtain the best possible station reception.
LISTEN TO WEATHER CHANNEL
1. Set the Power Source Selector to "BATT." or "DYN."
position to turn the unit on.
2. Set the Band Switch to "WX" position.
3. Set the Weather Channel Switch to select your local weather
broadcasting.
4. Adjust Volume Knob to obtain the desired sound level.
5. To tune the radio off, set the Power Source Selector to
“OFF” position.
Weather Band Channel Frequency Table
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162.400
CH2 162.425
CH3 162.450
CH4 162.475
CH5 162.500
CH6 162.525
CH7 162.550
CHANNEL FREQUENCY(MHZ)
CH1
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CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY
SOLAR CHARGING
1. Install Ni-MH batteries correctly.
2. Set the Power Source Selector to "OFF" position.
3. Put the unit in the sunlight, make the solar panel of the unit is irradiated
by the sunlight.The unit will charge the rechargeable battery automatically.
4. While charging, the battery charging indicator will be on.
DYNAMO CHARGING
1. Install Ni-MH batteries correctly.
2. Set the Power Source Selector to "OFF" position.
3. Turning the hand crank, the built-in dynamo will start to generate
electricity. The unit will charge the Ni-MH battery automatically.
4. While charging, the battery charging indicator will be on. The brightness
of LED lights shows the charging intensity of the batter power
COMPUTER USB CHARGING
1. Install the Ni-MH batteries correctly.
2. Set the Power Source Selector to "OFF" position.
3. Use a USB to Mini USB cable (not included), plug one end with USB into
the computer USB port. Plug the other end into Mini USB jack of the unit.
It will start charge the Ni-MH battery automatically when your computer is ON.
4. While charging, the "IN" in front of the unit will be on.
NOTE:
NOTE
NOTE
The unit will also charge from indoor light and lamps but at a slower rate.
: While the intensity of the battery power is limited, you can turn the hand crank to generate
electricity for emergency.
: Before the first use, we recommend to charge the Ni-MH batteries for 4 hours the maximum.
Please do not charge the battery longer than recommendation as it will shorten the battery life.
Power Switch
Top: Solar panel
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3. Set the Power Source Selector to "CHG.OUT." Position.
4. Turn the hand crank to start charging your external device.
NOTE: Because of large variety of cell phones and different circuitry, not every
cell phone or MP3 device with Mini USB can be charged in this way. Refer to your cell
phone or MP3 player user manual before you charge them in this way.
USING THE FLASHLIGHT
1. Press the Flash Button on the left top of the unit, the
flashlight will be on.
2. Press the Flash Button again to turn off the flashlight.
USE EARBUDS (NOT INCLUDED)
Inserting the plug of your earbuds into the earbuds jack
will enable you to listen in private. When using earbuds, the
speakers will be disconnected.
Read this Important Information before Using Your Earbuds
1.) Avoid extended play at very high volume as it may impair
your hearing.
2.) If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the volume
or shut off the unit.
3.) Keep the volume at a reasonable level even if your headset
is an open-air type designed to allow you to hear outside sounds.
Please note that excessively high volume may still block
outside sounds.
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2. Plug the end with USB to USB Jack of the unit, plug the other
end with Mini USB to Mini USB port of your external device.
1. Use a USB to Mini USB cable(not included) to connect the unit
and your external device which has a Mini USB port.
This unit has a USB which can charge your Cell phone or
MP3 player if they have a built in Mini USB port to accept
external charging power.
CHARGING THE EXTERNAL DEVICE

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock, dust or extreme
temperature.
2. Do not tamper the internal components of the unit.
3. Clean your unit with a damp (never wet) cloth. Solvent or detergent
should never be used.
4. Avoid leaving your unit in direct sunlight or in hot, humid or dusty places.
5. Keep your unit away from heating appliances and sources of electrical
noise such as fluorescent lamps or motors.
CAUTION: Never allow any water or other liquids to get inside the unit while cleaning.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
If you experience difficulties in the use of this unit please check
the following or call 1-800-777-5331 for Customer Service.
Symptom Possible Cause Solution
No/low sound
when power on
the radio
VOLUME Control is set to
minimum.Station has not
been tuned properly.
FM reception is weak.
AM reception is weak.
Unit in Weather Alert Mode
Adjust the VOLUME
control.Tune the
station properly.
Extend and rotate the
FM antenna.Relocate
the position of the unit.
Select AM, FM or WB
as desired
Power is not on The built-in rechargeable
battery pack is low
The batteries are exhausted.
Recharge the built-in
rechargeable battery
pack.Replace all the
batteries.
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SPECIFICATION
Power requirement:
Frequency Range
DC Input:
Built in DC 3.6V, 300mAH Ni-MH rechargeable battery or
DC 5V Computer USB Power.
Radio Band FM 88 ~ 108 MHz
AM 520 - 1710 KHz
SW 9.3 - 15.6 MHz
WXCH1–7
3 X AAA (UM-4) Batteries or
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
LIMITED WARRANTY AND SERVICE
SPECTRA MERCHANDISING INTERNATIONAL, INC. warrants this unit
to be free from defective materials or factory workmanship and will
replace or repair this unit or any part thereof, except batteries, if it proves
to be defective in normal use or service within 90 days from date of original
purchase. Our obligation under this warranty is the repair or replacement of
the defective unit or any part thereof, except batteries, when it is returned,
transportation pre-paid, to SPECTRA. This warranty will be considered void
if unit is tampered with, improperly serviced, or subject to misuse,
negligence or accidental damage. There are no other express warranties
other than those stated herein.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which varies from state to state. TO OBTAIN SERVICE please pack
the unit carefully and send it prepaid by secured parcel post or UPS to
SPECTRA at the address shown below. It would be helpful if you include a
note explaining how the unit is defective.
IF THE UNIT IS RETURNED WITHIN THE WARRANTY PERIOD shown
above, please include a proof of purchase (dated cash register receipt) so
that we may establish your eligibility for warranty service and repair of the
unit without cost.
IF THE UNIT IS OUTSIDE THE WARRANTY PERIOD, please include a
check for $25.00 to cover the cost of repair, handling and return postage.
SPECTRA MERCHANDISING INTERNATIONAL, INC.
4230 North Normandy Avenue,
Chicago, Illinois 60634, USA.
773-202-8408 or 1-800-777-5331
For quicker, easier product registration, you can also register your
product warranty on-line:
www.spectraintl.com/warranty.asp@
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