IRC IKR1224DAB User manual


Instruction Manual
for
IKR1224DAB

Safety Precautions
To achieve the utmost in enjoyment and performance, and in order to become familiar with its
features, please read this manual carefully before attempting to operate the unit, this will
assure you years of faithful, trouble free performance and listening pleasure.
Important Notes
•This safety and operating instruction should be retained for future reference.
•The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on apparatus.
•Avoid installing the unit in locations described below:
oPlaces exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat radiating appliances such
as electric heaters.
oOn top of other stereo equipment that radiate too much heat.
oPlaces blocking ventilation or dusty places.
oPlaces subject to constant vibration.
oHumid or moist places.
•No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on or near the
unit;
•The use of apparatus in moderate climates.
•Operate turning controls and switches as instructed in the manual.
•Before turning on the power for the first time, make sure the power cord is properly
installed.
For safety reasons, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the
product. Refer any servicing to qualified personnel.
Do not attempt to remove any screws, or open the casing of the unit; there are no user
serviceable parts inside, refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK), NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
Dangerous Voltages, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons is present within this product’s enclosure.
ATTENTION
The owner’s manual contains important operating and maintenance
instructions, for your safety, it is necessary to refer to the manual.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING.
Note: This unit will become warm when used for a long period of time. This is normal and
does not indicate a problem with the unit.

Safety Information
Some Do’s and Don’ts on the safe use of equipment
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards
but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and
safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and inter-
connections between the pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug before making or
changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of
your equipment.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, to be placed on the equipment.
DON’T place hot objects or naked flame sources such as lighted candles or nightlights on, or
close to equipment. High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to fires.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the
requirements of traffic safety.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your
hearing.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that
it is designed for unattended operation. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and
make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made
for infirm or handicapped people.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about if it’s working normally
or if it’s damaged in any way. Switch it off and withdraw the mains plug and consult your
dealer.
ESD Remark: In case of malfunction due to electrostatic discharge just reset the product
(reconnection of power source may be required) to resume normal operation.
NOTE: In the unlikely event of a problem with your product please return to the store where
your purchase was made.

Table of Contents
Safety Precautions ................................................................................................. 2
Package Content .................................................................................................... 5
Front Overview............................................................................................................6
Right Side Overview..................................................................................................... 7
DAB MODE............................................................................................................. 8
Change to another DAB/DAB+ Station .......................................................................... 8
Update Stations List .....................................................................................................8
View Station Information .............................................................................................8
To Show the Signal Strength.........................................................................................9
The way to Prune......................................................................................................... 9
DAB/DAB+ Menu Tree................................................................................................ 10
FM MODE..............................................................................................................11
Tune in FM Mode....................................................................................................... 11
Scan setting ............................................................................................................... 11
Audio Settings ........................................................................................................... 11
View Station Information........................................................................................... 12
FM Menu Tree ........................................................................................................... 12
GENERAL OPERATION............................................................................................13
Set Station Presets..................................................................................................... 13
Play a Preset Station .................................................................................................. 13
AUX IN MODE .......................................................................................................13
System setup.........................................................................................................14
The way to enter System Setup .................................................................................. 14
Set Sleep.................................................................................................................... 14
Set Time .................................................................................................................... 14
Set Alarm................................................................................................................... 15
SW Version................................................................................................................ 15
Set Equaliser.............................................................................................................. 16
Set Backlight.............................................................................................................. 16
Set Language ............................................................................................................. 16
Factory Reset............................................................................................................. 16
Specification..........................................................................................................17

Package Content
Main Unit
Adapter
Instruction
booklet

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Front Overview
Control
All mode
STANDBY a. Press to turn on/off Radio
b. When alarm is coming, press to turn alarm off
SOURCE Press to shift to another mode
MENU Press to Main menu and system settings

a. Press or

to cycle through options.
b. Press SELECT confirm
c. FM mode: while frequency is showing up, press SELECT to auto-
searching
d. When alarm is sounding, press SELECT to postpone the alarm
SELECT

PRESETS Press and hold to store presets options, press to recall
VOL - Press to decrease volume
VOL + Press to increase volume

Right Side Overview
Note: upgrade socket is for radio technician handle only.
UNIT BACK VIEW
AUX IN socket: For connection of the external audio device
Power cord socket: For connection of power adaptor

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DAB MODE
Turn on
1. Extend the antenna found on the back of radio, press STANDBY to switch on radio.
2. For initial use, radio will make a full scan and store all detected stations into memory.
Once the scanning is completed, the DAB/DAB+ stations will be displayed in
alphanumeric order. The first station in the list would be selected.

Note: if no DAB/DAB+ signal is found in your area, it may be necessary for you to relocate your
radio.
Change to another DAB/DAB+ Station
While a program is playing, press or

to cycle through available stations, press
SELECT to confirm and then your radio will connect the station you currently appointed.
Update Stations List
Note: to do this order, placing your radio to stronger signal position is highly recommending!
1. Press MENU,and then press

to ‘Full scan’, press SELECT to confirm.

After a while, the radio is scanning all the DAB/DAB+ channels and add any new
available stations to the station list.
View Station Information
Note: It is possible to view t more information that is displayed on the second line of the display.
1. Press MENU, and it will show ‘Display’, press SELECT to confirm.
2. Press or

to check through the options: ‘Scrolling text’, ‘Signal strength’, ‘Program
Type’, ‘Ensemble’, ‘Frequency’, ‘Bit rate and code’, ‘Format’, and ‘Date’.
3. Press SELECT to confirm your target option.

To Show the Signal Strength
During play a DAB/DAB+ program, the path for showing current station’s signal strength is
pressing MENU

Display Signal strength, press SELECT to confirm. The LCD screen
display will show a signal bar with the strength of the current station.
The indicator on the signal bar shows the
minimum acceptable signal level.
Note: Stations with signal strength below the
minimum signal level will not provide a
steady stream of audio.
DRC (Dynamic Range Control) value
You can set the level of the compression stations to eliminate the differences in dynamic
range or sound level between radio stations.
Note: Set DRC to off indicates no compression,
set DRC to low indicates little compression,
set DRC to high shows maximum compression.
1. Press MENU, and then press or

to < DRC >, press SELECT to confirm.

2. Press or

to your expected option, press SELECT to confirm.
The way to Prune
Note: doing this can have only active broadcasting stations available.
1. Press MENU, press or

to < Prune >, press SELECT to confirm.
2. Press or

to ‘Yes’, press SELECT to confirm.

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DAB/DAB+ Menu Tree