Grundig Sonoclock 890 WEB User manual

ELECTRONIC
INTERNET
KITCHEN RADIO
Sonoclock 890 WEB

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4 SONOCLOCK 890 WEB
4 Special features
4 Packing contents
4 CE declaration
5 SET-UP AND SAFETY
6 Environmental Note
7 OVERVIEW
7 Controls
10 The remote control
12 CONNECTION AND PREPARATION
12 Connecting the power cord
12 Connecting an MP3 player or a USB memory stick
12 Connecting an external device
13 Connecting the headphones
13 Inserting batteries in the remote control
14 LAN connection to the Internet
15 WLAN connection to the Internet
16 Mounting the device
16 Mounting the device under a kitchen shelf
17 SETTINGS
17 Menu navigation
17 Selecting the menu language
17 Setting the time and date
19 Registering the device with the WLAN router
21 Settings for the music archive mode with a computer
22 Searching for and saving DAB stations
24 Setting Dynamic Range Control (DRC) for DAB stations
25 Searching for and saving FM stations
26 Restoring the default settings (reset)
27 GENERAL FUNCTIONS
27 Switching on and off
27 Adjusting the volume
27 Setting the display contrast
28 Listening with headphones or earphones
28 Displaying information
29 INTERNET OPERATION
29 Selecting the Internet radio input source
29 Navigating in the Internet menu
30 Selecting Internet radio stations according to search criteria
32 Saving Internet radio stations to presets
32 Opening preset Internet stations
33 Selecting Internet radio stations for the favourites list
33 Selecting manually added Internet radio stations
33 Opening the most recently selected Internet stations
34 Selecting podcasts
34 Displaying Internet station information
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35 MUSIC ARCHIVE
35 Audio streaming ...
35 Selecting the music archive input source
36 Navigating the music archive menu
36 Playback functions
37 DAB OPERATION
37 Selecting the DAB input source
37 Selecting DAB radio stations
37 Selecting stored DAB stations
38 Displaying DAB station information
39 FM MODE
39 Selecting the FM input source
39 Selecting stored FM stations
39 Stereo and mono reception
40 Displaying RDS station information
41 TIMER MODE
41 Switch-on timer
43 Sleep timer
44 Reminder timer
45 SPECIAL SETTINGS
45 Registering on the GRUNDIG homepage
45 Creating lists of favourites
48 Searching for radio stations that are not provided by V-Tuner
49 Calling information
50 Registering the device with the WLAN router with individual settings in
the network
53 INFORMATION
53 Technical data
54 Troubleshooting
56 Licence conditions
56 “Real enabled” licence conditions for end users
57 Glossary

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SONOCLOCK 890 WEB ------------------------------------------------
Special features
Your device provides you with access to numerous internet radio
stations via a router. You can connect the device to the internet using
a LAN cable or WLAN.
For Internet operation a DSL connection and DSL flat rate are rec-
ommended.
Music titles archived on a PC or hard drive (NAS – Network Attached
Storage) can be played on the device using a UPnP server or enabled
folders via LAN or WLAN (audio streaming).
The MP3 and WMA music data formats can also be played back
via the USB input using a USB memory stick or an MP3 player. This
function is optional, and is enabled through a software update.
Use the Aux input to connect any other audio sources.
As well as internet radio stations, the device can receive DAB and
RM radio stations.
Packing contents
Sonoclock 890 WEB
Remote control
1 lithium battery 3 V CR 2025
Operating manual
Device holder
CE declaration
You can find the CE declaration for Sonoclock 890 WEB in the form
of a pdf file on the enclosed CD-ROM.
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Please note the following instructions when setting up the system:
This device is designed for the playback of audio signals. Any other
use is expressly prohibited.
If you want to set up the device on wall shelves or in cupboards,
please ensure that the device is adequately ventilated. There must
be at least 10 cm space at the side and at the back of the device.
Do not cover the device with newspapers, table cloths, curtains, etc.
When setting up the device, remember that furniture is often coated
with various types of varnish and plastic, which often contain
chemical additives These additives may cause corrosion to the feet
of the unit. This may leave stains on the surface of the furniture which
can be difficult or impossible to remove.
If the device is exposed to sudden changes in temperature, for
example when taken from the cold into a warm room, wait at least
two hours before using it.
The device is designed for use in dry rooms. If you do use it outdoors,
make sure it is protected from moisture such as dripping or splashing
water.
Only use the device in a moderate climate.
Do not place the device close to heating units or in direct sunlight, as
this will impair cooling.
Do not place any vessels containing liquids (for example, vases) on
the device. Do not place any naked flames such as candles on the
device.
Do not use any cleaning agents as they may damage the housing.
Clean the device with a clean dry cloth.
Never open the appliance under any circumstances. Warranty
claims are excluded for damage resulting from improper handling.
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SET-UP AND SAFETY ------------------------------------------------------------
Thunderstorms are a danger to all electrical devices. Even if the de-
vice is switched off, it can be damaged by a lightning strike to the
mains. Always remove the mains adapter during a thunderstorm.
If malfunctions occur due to static electricity charges or brief mains
voltage surges, reset the device. To do this, pull out the the power
plug and connect it again after a few seconds.
Make sure the power plug is freely accessible.
Environmental Note
This product is manufactured from high-quality parts and materials
which can be reused and recycled.
Therefore, do not dispose of the product along with normal house-
hold waste at the end of its service life. Take it to a collection point
for the recycling of electrical and electronic devices. The symbol on
the product, in the operating manual or on the packaging indicates
recyclability.
Please find out about collection points operated by your local
authority.
Help protect the environment by recycling used products.

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OVERVIEW ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Controls
The front of the device
ON/OFF Switches the device in and out of standby
mode.
e 1I6In radio mode: station button 1/6.
In music archive mode: starts playback of a
track.
II 2I7In radio mode: station button 2/7.
In music archive mode: pauses playback.
73I8In radio mode: station button 3/8.
In music archive mode: ends playback.
84I9In radio mode: station button 4/9.
In music archive mode: selects the previous
track.
95I10 In radio mode: station button 5/10.
In music archive mode: selects the next track.

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iDisplays information about the Internet,
DAB and FM radio stations.
Confirms the default settings are restored.
MSwitches between the Internet radio, music
archive, DAB, FM and Aux input sources.
MENU Opens the menu.
SNOOZE/OK In the menu: selects and confirms options.
In alarm mode: interrupts the alarm signal.
+ –Adjust the volume.
&In the menus: moves cursor up.
In radio mode: starts the FM search.
%In the menus: moves cursor down.
Selects options and menu pages in reverse.
Selects options and menu pages forwards.
In radio mode: starts the FM search.
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The back of the device
U Headphone jack for connecting a stereo
headphone set with a jack plug (3.5 mm).
The loudspeaker of the device is automatically
switched off.
AUX IN Audio signal input (stereo/mono) for con-
necting an external device.
USB USB port type B. Only for software
upgrades.
USB USB port type A. For connecting a USB
memory stick or an MP3 player (optional).
LAN Socket for connecting to the Ethernet net-
work via LAN cable.
~Wire antenna for DAB and FM reception.
Power cord.
The only way to disconnect the device com-
pletely from the mains is to pull out the plug.

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The remote control
8Switches the device to standby mode and from
standby mode to the last input source selected.
MSwitches between the Internet radio, music
archive, DAB, FM and Aux input sources.
1 ... 0 Number buttons for various inputs.
In radio mode: Selects Internet, DAB and FM
stations stored on preset channels 1 to 10.
iDisplays information about the Internet, DAB and
FM radio stations and about the music archive.
Confirms the restoring of the default settings.
MENU Switches between the Internet radio, music
archive, DAB, FM and Aux input sources.
Λ In the menus: moves cursor up.
In radio mode: starts the FM search.
V In the menus: moves cursor down.
In radio mode: starts the FM search.
Selects options and menu pages in reverse.
Selects options and menu pages forwards.
OK In the menus: selects and confirms options.
Interrupts the alarm signal.
–
X
+Adjusts the volume.
e In music archive mode: starts playback of a
track.
7In music archive mode: ends playback.

8In music archive mode: selects the previous track.
9In music archive mode: selects the next track.
II In music archive mode: pauses playback.
AL1 Activates the setting for alarm time 1.
AL2 Activates the setting for alarm time 2.
S/N Sets the sleep timer.
Press and hold down: activates the reminder
timer (NAP) settings.
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Connecting the power cord
Note:
Check that the mains voltage on the type plate (on the back of
the device) corresponds to your local mains supply. If this is not
the case, contact your specialist dealer.
1Plug the power cord into the wall socket.
Caution:
The device is connected to the mains with the power cord. Pull out
the power plug when you want to completely disconnect the
device from the mains.
Unplug the mains plug to disconnect the device from the mains.
Make sure the power plug is easily accessible during operation
and not hindered by other objects.
Connecting an MP3 player or a USB memory
stick
Note:
The device is ready for connection to an MP3 player or USB
memory stick. The device is only able to play MP3 data formats
after a software update. The software update is available on
www.grundig.com.
Important:
The device must be switched off while the USB connection is
being made. If it is not switched off, data can be lost.
1Connect the USB interface of the MP3 player to the »USB«
(type A) socket on the device using a standard USB cable
or
Insert the USB plug of the USB memory stick in the USB socket
»USB« (type A) on the device.
Connecting an external device
Note:
Switch the device off before you connect external devices.
1Use standard audio cables to connect the audio outputs of the
external device to the »AUX IN« socket on the device.
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Connecting the headphones
1Insert the headphone plug (3.5 mm) into the »U« socket on the
device.
– The loudspeaker of the device is switched off.
Important:
Excessive volume levels when using headphones or earphones
can damage your hearing.
Note:
You can also use the »U« socket to connect the device to a hi-fi
system.
Inserting batteries in the remote control
1Pull off the film from the battery.
2Take off the battery compartment cover (screw cap).
3When inserting the battery (3 V, lithium, CR 2025), make sure
the positive terminal (+) is facing upwards and the buttons on the
remote control are facing downwards.
4Replace the battery compartment cover (screw cap) and fasten
it.
Notes:
Do not expose the battery to extreme heat, caused for example
by direct sunlight, heaters or fire.
If the device no longer reacts properly to remote control
commands, the battery may be flat. Always remove used
batteries. The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage
caused by leaking batteries.
Environmental note:
Batteries, including those which contain no heavy metal, should
not be disposed of with household waste. Always dispose of used
batteries in accordance with local environmental regulations.
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LAN connection to the Internet
Note:
Switch the device off before you connect it to the internet.
1Connect the Ethernet socket of the modem/router to the »LAN«
socket of the device using a standard network cable (Twistedpair,
RJ45 plug).
– The data throughput level is 10/100 MBIT.
Note:
The lines represent the function.
Internet radio
Music archive (audio streaming)
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Splitter
Sonoclock 890 WEB
Music archive on the computer
Modem/routerTelephone socket
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CONNECTION/PREPARATION ----------------------
WLAN connection to the Internet
Note:
The quality of the radio signal depends on the distance between
the device and your modem/router.
The substance of the building at the installation site can also affect
this.
Note:
The lines represent the function.
Internet radio
Music archive (audio streaming)
WLAN
Splitter
Sonoclock 890 WEB
Music archive on hard drive (AS – Network Attached Storage)
Modem/router
Laptop
Telephone socket
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Mounting the device
The loudspeaker is located on the bottom of the device.
To obtain optimal sound, attach the device holder on the bottom of
the device before mounting.
1Push the device holder into the recess on the
bottom of the device until it latches into place.
Mounting the device under a kitchen shelf
The fastening screws are attached at the side of the packaging.
1Mark the position for the four fastening
screws.
2Attach the device holder with the four screws.
3Insert the device into the holder.
Note:
To remove the device, press the catch on the
back and pull out the device.
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SETTINGS----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Menu navigation
When you first switch on the device, the display will show the
Grundig logo, followed by the main menu.
In the main menu, you can select the »Internet Radio«, »Music
Archive«, »DAB«, »FM«, and »Aux« sources, or the »System setup«
and »Info« options. Press »
Λ « or » V « to make your selection, and
press » « or »OK« choose an option. Press » « to return to the pre-
vious menu.
The Internet radio, music archive, DAB, FM and Aux sources have
own menus which you can open by pressing »MENU«. You can re-
turn to the main menu from these menus by selecting the »Main
menu« option.
Selecting the menu language
When you first switch on the device, you can choose between vari-
ous menu languages. The preset setting is »English«.
1In the main menu, press » Λ « or » V « to select the »System setup«
option and press »OK« to confirm.
2Press » Λ « or » V « to select the »Language« option and press
»OK« to confirm.
3Select your language using » Λ « or » V « and press »OK« to
confirm.
Setting the time and date
After connecting the device to the mains, you have to set the time
and date. If the device is immediately connected to the network, and
the network is set up accordingly, time and date are set automati-
cally.
... automatically
1Switch the device from standby with »ON/OFF«.
2Press »MENU« to open the menu of the source.
3Press » Λ « or » V « to select the »Main menu« option and press
»OK« to confirm.
4Press » Λ « or » V « to select the »System setup« option and press
»OK« to confirm.
Λ
V
Internet Radio
Music Archive
DAB
FM
›
FM
Aux
System setup
Info
›
Manual tune
DRC
Station order
Main menu
›

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5Press » Λ « or » V « to select the »Time setup« option and press
»OK« to confirm.
6Press » Λ « or » V « to select the »Auto update« option and press
»OK« to confirm.
7Press » Λ « or » V « to select the »Update from NET« or »No
Update« option and press »OK« to confirm.
– If you select »Update from NET«, time and date are set
automatically after a power failure.
... manually
1In the »System setup« menu, press » Λ « or » V « to select the »Time
setup« option and press »OK« to confirm.
2Press » Λ « or » V « to select the »Set clock« option and press
»OK« to confirm.
– Display: the hours flash.
3Press » Λ « or » V « to set the hours and press »OK« to confirm.
– Display: the minutes flash.
4Press » Λ « or » V « to set the minutes and press »OK« to confirm.
5Press » Λ « or » V « to select the »Set date« option and press »OK«
to confirm.
– Display: the day of the month flashes.
6Press » Λ « or » V « to set the day of the month and press »OK«
to confirm.
– Display: the month flashes.
7Press » Λ « or » V « to set the month and press »OK« to confirm.
– Display: the year flashes.
8Press » Λ « or » V « to set the year and press »OK« to confirm.
9Press » Λ « or » V « to select the »Set 12/24 hour« option and
press »OK« to confirm.
10 Press » Λ « or » V « to select the »Set 12 hour« or »Set 24 hour«
option and press »OK« to confirm.
Network setup
Time setup
Sleep
Alarms
›
Set date
Set Time Zone
Set DST
Auto update
›
Set clock
Set date
Set Time Zone
Set DST
›
Set time
11:50
Set date
06.12.2007
Set Time Zone
Set DST
Auto update
Set 12/24 hour
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Setting the time zone
This setting allows you to set a time zone for the location of the
network update.
1In the »Time setup« menu, press » Λ « or » V « to select the »Set
Time Zone« option and press »OK« to confirm.
2Press » Λ « or » V « to select a time zone (in relation to Greenwich
Mean Time) between »GMT -12.0« and »GMT 14.0«.
Note:
For setting the summer time in Central Europe, select »Time setting«
in the menu, then select the »Set DST« option and set DST to »On«
(you do not need to reset the time zone).
Registering the device with the WLAN router
Perform the registration process in the proximity of the router in order
to avoid problems with the WLAN range.
Call the main menu of the device, go to the »System setup« »Net-
work setup« menu, select the network connection and start the wiz-
ard.
During this registration procedure, the device checks the configura-
tion of the WLAN router (e.g. network encryption) and displays it.
1Switch on the WLAN router.
Note:
The network name (SSID) must be visible and the MAC address
of the device must be enabled in the WLAN router.
To call the MAC address (Unique product ID), press and hold
»i«. To switch off the MAC address, press »i« again.
2Press »MENU« to open the main menu.
3Press » Λ « or » V « to select the »System setup« option and press
»OK« to confirm.
4Press » Λ « or » V « to select the »Network setup« option and press
»OK« to confirm.
5Press » Λ « or » V « to select the »Wizard« option and press »OK«
to confirm.
– Display: »Network wizard Scanning«. The available networks
(access points) are displayed.
Time Zone
GMT + 1.0
Network setup
Time setup
Sleep
Alarms
›
Network wizard
Scanning

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Note:
If the network name (SSID) is suppressed on the WLAN router
for security reasons, the network cannot be found. In that case, it
has to be entered manually. Go to the main menu »System
setup« »Network setup«  »SSID« and enter it there (for man-
ual configuration in WLAN mode, see page 50).
6Select your network using » Λ « or » V « and press »» « to confirm.
– If the network is encrypted, you will be requested to enter the
web key (security code).
Notes:
Use buttons » Λ «, » V «, » «, » « and »OK« to enter the web
key. You can choose between numbers, lower and upper case
letters, and special characters.
Press »» « or » « to select the required character. Press »
Λ « or
»
V « to scroll through the menu pages (numbers, letters, special
characters, etc.). When the selected character flashes, press
»OK« to assign it to the web key.
If you make a mistake during entry, select the » « character and
press »OK« to confirm. The last character is deleted. To leave the
menu without completing the key, select the »C« character and
press »OK« to confirm.
Once you have entered the complete web key, select the »⁄«
character and press »OK« to confirm. If you entered an incorrect
web key, you will be requested to enter the web key again.
»Please wait Processing« now appears in the display. The con-
nection to the WLAN router and the internet is being built up.
If the device cannot connect to the router, »Connection failed«
appears in the display. If the connection was successful, »Con-
nected« appears in the display.
V
Λ
Λ
V
V
Λ
Key:
0123456789‹ C
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