Goodmans GCR1880DAB User manual

GCR1880DAB
Digital Alarm Clock Radio
User Guide
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions carefully before use and keep for future reference.

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Thank you for buying this Goodmans Digital Alarm Clock Radio.
You may already be familiar with using a similar unit, but please take time to read
these instructions. They are designed to familiarise you with the unit’s many features
and to ensure you get the very best from your purchase.
Introduction
Safety is important
Use of any electrical equipment should be undertaken with care. Please read
the safety section on page 19 before using this Digital Alarm Clock Radio. This
appliance is for household use only.

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What’s in the box?
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Your Digital Alarm Clock Radio...4
What is Digital Radio? ...............5
Getting Started..........................8
Using DAB Radio .......................9
Using Presets ..........................10
Using FM Radio.......................11
System Settings......................14
Troubleshooting.......................15
Specifications..........................16
Warnings.................................19
Guarantee ...............................21
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Contents
Power Adaptor
Digital Alarm Clock Radio
Quick Start Guide
The above images are for illustrative purposes only and may differ to the items
supplied.

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STANDBY MODE/MENU
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ALARMS SELECT VOL- VOL+
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Your Digital Alarm Clock Radio01
Rear view
Top view
STANDBY Button
SNOOZE Button
MODE/MENU Button
LCD Display
VOL -, VOL + Buttons
t,u, SELECT Buttons
ALARMS Button
SPEAKER Grill
POWER IN jack AERIAL lead

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What is Digital Radio
What is Digital Radio?
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) is the next generation of radio. 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 digital computer code before it is transmitted. The computer code
consists of electronic ‘ones and zeros’ called binary digits or bits. The binary code is
then multiplexed or grouped together to create a superior signal, when compared
with the older analogue system, with the following key benefits:
• Near CD quality sound.
Because DAB is binary coded, the receiving equipment is only expecting to receive a
series of ones and zeros, so any other interference is ignored, resulting in very high
quality audio.
• Interference free reception.
Analogue systems suffer from an effect called ‘multipath distortion’. This is caused
because radio waves do not behave in an orderly fashion, but bounce and reflect off
buildings and mountains etc. DAB sees this as an advantage and uses the direct and
reflected signals to actually reinforce the end result.
• No need to re-tune.
A single DAB frequency can be used to cover the whole of the UK, so solving many
of the problems experienced with the earlier analogue system.
• Scolling text
Broadcasters can transmit text to your radio. This way you can read the name of the
DJ, artist, song title or any other information that is broadcast.
• DAB coverage
Check your local coverage at www.ukdigitalradio.com, to check if you are in a DAB
broadcast area.
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Getting Started
Positioning your Digital Radio
Place your Digital Radio on a flat / stable surface that is not subject to
vibrations.
Avoid the following locations:
Where the radio will be exposed to direct sunlight.•
Where the radio will be close to heat radiating sources.•
Where the humidity is high and ventilation is poor.•
Where it is dusty.•
Where it is damp or there is a possibility of water dripping or splashing•
onto unit.
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Adjusting the Aerial
The aerial should be extended to ensure you receive the best reception
possible in both DAB and FM radio modes. It may be necessary to alter
the position of the Digital Radio and /or aerial to achieve the best signal.
Carefully remove your Digital Radio from the box. You may wish to store the
packaging for future use.
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Turning the Unit On/Off
Connect the power adapter to the DC Jack on the back of the unit.
Then insert the power adapter into the wall outlet. Turn the mains
power on and then press the STANDBY Button to turn on the unit.
STANDBY MODE/MENU
S N O O Z E
ALARMS SELECT VOL- VOL+
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When you want to turn the unit off, simple press the STANDBY
Button again.
When you turn on your radio for the first time you will see the image
above displayed on the screen. Your radio will then enter standby
mode. Simply press the STANDBY Button to have your radio turn on in
DAB mode. It will immediately begin scanning for stations.
DON’T FORGET. Every few months run a new scan to pick up
any new digital stations that may have begun broadcasting after
purchasing your radio.
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Initial Scan
When you first use your radio it will carry out a full scan for all digital
radio stations. While scanning, the LCD will display an image similar
to that below.
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Selecting a Scan
If you wish to select a scan at any time:
Press and hold the1 MODE/MENU
Button to access the menu.
Press the2 < or >Button to select
Full Scan
Press the3 SELECT Button to
confirm.
The Full Scan may take 1-2 minutes to
complete. Your radio will then access
the first station in its storage list.
Changing to another Station
While playing a DAB station, you1
can shift to another program by
pressing the <or >Button to
browse through the station list.
When the station you want to listen2
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the SELECT Button to select this
station.
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Volume Control
Adjust the radio volume by pressing the
VOL - or VOL + Button.
View Station Information
This radio offers a convenient way for
you to view this information. To view
information of the station currently
playing, follow these steps:
Press and hold the1 MODE/MENU
Button until it goes into main menu
setting mode.
Press the2 >Button twice to
‘Display’ the required option, and
then press the SELECT Button.
Press the < or > Button to3
select from the available station
information available.
Press the4 SELECT Button to
confirm the option you want your
radio to display, such as Program
Type, Signal Strength, Signal
Quality, Scrolling text, Time and
Date.
DON’T FORGET! The DAB stations
will be displayed and stored in
alphanumeric order.
If a digital signal cannot be found, it
may be necessary to relocate your
radio.
DON’T FORGET! There is a variety
of station information transmitted by
broadcasters.
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Display the Signal Strength
DON’T FORGET! Stations with
signal strength below the minimum
signal level will not provide a steady
stream of audio.
Refer to the ‘View Station1
Information’ outlined on the previous
page to view ‘Signal Strength’.
A signal bar will be displayed as
shown below.
The indicator on the signal bar shows
the minimum acceptable signal level.
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.
Press and hold the1 MODE/MENU
Button.
Press the2 <or >Button to display
the DRC menu.
Press the3 SELECT Button.
DON’T FORGET! DRC to off
indicates no compression; DRC to
low indicates little compression;
DRC to high shows maximum
compression.
Press the < or > Buttons to select4
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Prune
DON’T FORGET! Performing a
prune will remove inactive stations
from the station list.
Press and hold the MODE/MENU1
Button
Press the < or > Button to select2
the Prune menu
Press the SELECT Button.3
Press the < or > Button to select4
Yes, and then press the SELECT
Button to confirm.
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