IRC IKR1240DAB User manual

DAB+, DAB, FM Digital Radio
Instruction Manual
IKR1240DAB/Honeybee/Frozen Stone

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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
•These safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
•The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the 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 radiates 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 apparatus should be used 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 are 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.

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Safety Information
Some Do’s And Don’ts For 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 main 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 main 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
infirmed or handicapped people.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about whether it’s working
normally or if it’s damaged in any way. Switch it off and withdraw the main 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 you
purchased it.

Table of Contents
Safety Precautions ____________________________________________________2
Table of Contents _____________________________________________________4
Package Content _____________________________________________________5
Overview (a) ______________________________________________________________ 6
Overview (b)______________________________________________________________ 7
DAB+, DAB MODE_____________________________________________________8
How to Get Start? _________________________________________________________ 8
How to Update Station List? _________________________________________________ 8
How to Show Signal Strength? _______________________________________________ 9
DAB+/DAB Menu Tree ______________________________________________________ 9
FM MODE __________________________________________________________11
How to Tune in FM Mode? _________________________________________________ 11
FM Menu Tree ___________________________________________________________ 11
How to Have Strong Stations Available Only?__________________________________ 12
How to Set Audio to ‘Forced Mono’? _________________________________________ 12
General Operation ___________________________________________________13
How to Set Station Presets? ________________________________________________ 13
How to Select a Preset Station? _____________________________________________ 13
How to View the Station Information? _______________________________________ 13
AUX IN MODE _______________________________________________________14
How to turn in AUX IN Mode? ______________________________________________ 14
System Setup _______________________________________________________15
How to Enter System Setup?________________________________________________ 15
How to Set Sleep? ________________________________________________________ 15
How to Set Time?_________________________________________________________ 16
How to Set Alarm? ________________________________________________________ 16
How to Set Equaliser? _____________________________________________________ 18
How to Set Backlight? _____________________________________________________ 19
How to Set Language? _____________________________________________________ 19
How to Factory Reset?_____________________________________________________ 20
How to Get SW Version? ___________________________________________________ 20
Specifications _______________________________________________________21

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Package Content
Main Unit
Adapter
Instruction
Manual

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Overview (a)
Control
DAB +, DAB
FM AUX IN mode
STANDBY/ON
Press to turn on/off Radio
MENU
Press to ‘system’ and other options
INFO
Press repeatedly to shift display queue information
SCAN
Press to scan stations No function
PRESETS
Press and hold to store current playing station to
station presets
Press to access to appointed stored station
No function
MODE
Press to switch between DAB (DAB+), FM , and Auxiliary mode
ALARM
Press to set alarm
Turn to adjust volume level
Turn to change options, press to confirm
FM mode: press to auto-search for next available station
When alarm sounds, press to postpone it for 5minutes
Note: in the following section, we shortly call it the SELECT knob.

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Overview (b)
Unit Back View
Headphone
socket:
A 3.5mm Headphone Socket is provided for use with either
headphones or an earpiece.
Inserting a plug automatically mutes the internal loudspeaker.
AUX IN
socket: Uniquely designed for connection to external audio device
Power cord
Socket: Uniquely designed for power cord

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DAB+, DAB MODE
How to Get Start?
Note: Place your radio on a suitable shelf or a flat table, and then connect the power adapter
between your radio and the mains supply.
1. Extend the antenna found on the back of radio. Press STANDBY/ON to switch it on.
2. For initial use, your radio will make a full scan and store every station it can be detected in
its memory.
Note: In use, your radio may automatically run to your last listening mode while turn it on.
3. Once the scanning is finished, the DAB+/DAB stations will be displayed in alphanumeric
order. The first station in the list would be selected.
4. If no station detected, please follow 2 steps: Firstly, please place your radio on stronger
signal position. Secondly, press SCAN.
5. Want to shift to another program, waiting until the scanning is completed or while playing
a DAB+/DAB program, turn the SELECT knob to view stations list, and then press this
knob to confirm your preferred program.
How to Update Station List?
Note: to do this, placing your radio in a stronger signal position is highly recommended!
Simply press SCAN to complete this order, or follow below two steps:
1. Press MENU, while cursor point to < full scan >.
2. Press the SELECT knob to confirm.
Wait a minute. The radio will scan all the DAB/DAB+ channels and add any new stations
available to the station list.

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How to Show Signal Strength?
While playing a DAB/DAB+ program, repeatedly press
INFO until the LCD screen display shows 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.
DAB+/DAB Menu Tree

How to Set DRC (Dynamic Range Control) value?
You can set the level of the compression of stations to eliminate the differences in dynamic
range or sound level between radio stations.
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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 turn the SELECT knob to < DRC >.
2. Press the SELECT knob to confirm, and then turn this knob to your preferred option.
3. Press the SELECT knob to confirm.
How to Prune Inactive Stations?
Note: by doing this, inactive stations will be removed from DAB+/DAB station list.
1. Press MENU, and turn the SELECT knob to < Prune >.
2. Press the SELECT knob to confirm.
3. Turn the SELECT knob to ‘Yes’, press this knob to confirm.