JVC RA-D51 User manual

Instruction Manual
WOODEN DAB RADIO
RA-D51
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Contents
Safety Warnings...................................................................................................................5
Unpacking.............................................................................................................................7
Product Overview ................................................................................................................8
Main Unit.........................................................................................................................................................8
Connecting to the Mains ...................................................................................................10
Connections........................................................................................................................11
Connecting to the Earphones Socket ................................................................................................11
Basic Operating..................................................................................................................11
Switching ON / OFF...................................................................................................................................11
Selecting Modes (DAB/FM/AUX) ..........................................................................................................11
Adjusting the Volume ..............................................................................................................................11
DAB Menu Overview..........................................................................................................12
Setting the Clock........................................................................................................................................13
Manually Setting the Time and Date..................................................................................................13
Auto Update.................................................................................................................................................13
Changing the Date Format.....................................................................................................................13
Setting the Alarm.......................................................................................................................................14
Activating/Deactivating the Alarm Function..................................................................................14
Snooze Function ........................................................................................................................................15
Sleep Function............................................................................................................................................15
System Reset............................................................................................................................................... 16
Display Backlight....................................................................................................................................... 16
DAB Operation ...................................................................................................................17
DAB Full Scan...............................................................................................................................................17
Secondary Services ...................................................................................................................................17
Manual Tuning ........................................................................................................................................... 18
Pruning Radio Stations ........................................................................................................................... 18
Storing Stations ..........................................................................................................................................19
Recalling a Stored Station.......................................................................................................................19
DAB Display Modes .................................................................................................................................. 20
FM Operation......................................................................................................................21
Switching from DAB to FM Mode........................................................................................................ 21
Auto Scan..................................................................................................................................................... 21
Manual Scan................................................................................................................................................ 21
FM Menu Overview.................................................................................................................................. 21
Audio Mode ................................................................................................................................................ 22
Storing Stations ......................................................................................................................................... 22
Recalling a Stored Station...................................................................................................................... 22
Scan Settings.............................................................................................................................................. 22
Audio Settings............................................................................................................................................ 22
System Settings......................................................................................................................................... 23
FM Display Modes..................................................................................................................................... 23
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Aux Operation................................................................................................................... 24
Maintenance...................................................................................................................... 25
Hints and Tips.................................................................................................................... 25
Specification...................................................................................................................... 26
Useful Information and Licences......................................................................................27
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Safety Warnings
• A minimum distance of 5 cm around the
unit should be maintained to allow for
sucient ventilation.
• Do not install or place this unit in a
bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another
conned space. Ensure the unit is well
ventilated.
Safety
• Always disconnect the unit from the mains
supply before connecting / disconnecting
other devices or moving the unit.
• Unplug the unit from the mains socket
during a lightning storm.
• In the interests of safety and to avoid
unnecessary energy consumption,
never leave the unit switched on while
unattended for long periods of time, e.g.
overnight, while on holiday or while out of
the house. Switch it o and disconnect the
mains plug from the mains socket.
Mains Cable
• Make sure the unit or unit stand is not
resting on top of the mains cable, as the
weight of the unit may damage the mains
cable and create a safety hazard.
• If the mains cable is damaged it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent, or similarly qualied persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
Interference
• Do not place the unit on or near appliances
which may cause electromagnetic
interference. If you do, it may adversely
aect the operating performance of the
unit, and cause a distorted picture or
sound.
Supervision
• Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the unit and the
remote control.
• Never let anyone especially children push
anything into the holes, slots or any other
openings in the case - this could result in a
fatal electric shock.
• Read all the instructions carefully before
using the unit and keep them for future
reference.
• Retain the manual. If you pass the unit
onto a third party make sure to include this
manual.
• Check that the voltage marked on the
rating label matches your mains voltage.
Damage
• Please inspect the unit for damage after
unpacking.
• Do not continue to operate the unit if you
are in any doubt about it working normally,
or if it is damaged in any way - switch o,
withdraw the mains plug and consult your
dealer.
Location of Unit
• The unit must be placed on a at stable
surface and should not be subjected to
vibrations.
• Do not place the unit on sloped or unstable
surfaces as the unit may fall o or tip over.
• The mains socket must be located near the
unit and should be easily accessible.
• This unit is designed for indoor, domestic
use only.
Temperature
• Avoid extreme degrees of temperature,
either hot or cold. Place the unit well away
from heat sources such as radiators or gas /
electric res.
• Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and other
sources of heat.
Naked Flames
• Never place any type of candle or naked
ame on the top of or near the unit.
Moisture
• To reduce the risk of re, electric shock or
product damage, do not expose this unit
to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. No
objects lled with liquids, such as vases,
should be placed on the unit.
• If you spill any liquid into the unit, it can
cause serious damage. Switch it o at the
mains immediately. Withdraw the mains
plug and consult your dealer.
Ventilation
• To prevent the risk of electric shock or
re hazard due to overheating, ensure
that curtains and other materials do not
obstruct the ventilation vents.
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning ash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
unit’s enclosure that may be of
sucient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the manual
accompanying the unit.
Service
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove screws. The unit does not contain
any user-serviceable parts. Please leave all
maintenance work to qualied personnel.
• Do not open any xed covers as this may
expose dangerous voltages.
Maintenance
• Ensure to unplug the unit from the mains
socket before cleaning.
• Do not use any type of abrasive pad or
abrasive cleaning solutions as these may
damage the unit’s surface.
• Do not use liquids to clean the unit.
To prevent the
spread of re,
keep candles
or other open
ames away
from this
product at all
times.
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Unpacking
Remove all items from the packaging. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it please do so
according to local regulations.
The following items are included:
Thank you for purchasing your new JVC DAB radio.
We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual
in order that you fully understand all the operational features it oers. You
will also nd some hints and tips to help you resolve any issues.
Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this
instruction manual for future reference.
If items are missing, or damaged please contact Partmaster (UK only). Tel: [phone] for assistance.
Main Unit Power Adaptor
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Product Overview
Main Unit
Front View
Top View
1. LED SCREEN
2. SPEAKER
3. AERIAL
4. MODE button
Press to switch between
DAB, FM and Aux modes.
5. STANDBY button
Press to switch the unit on
or into standby.
6. PRESET RECALL/STORE
button
Press and hold to store or
just press to recall a preset
radio station.
7. MENU/INFO button
Press and hold to access
the menu or press to
scroll through DAB or FM
information.
8. VOLUME DIAL/SELECT
button
Turn to adjust the volume
or press the make a
selection.
9. ALARM button
Press to access alarm
setup.
10. SLEEP button
Press to set a sleep time.
11. TUNE button
Press enter tuning mode.
12. DIMMER/SNOOZE
button
Press to adjust the
brightness of the display
or when an alarm has
activated press to snooze
the alarm.
MODE
PRESET
SELECT
MENU/
INFO RECALL/ STORE TUNE
DIMMER/
SNOOZE
SLEEP
ALARM
1
2
3
4 9
5 10
6 11
7 12
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Back View
1. Earphones socket
2. Aux In socket
For connecting external
devices.
3. Mains Adaptor socket
4. FM/DAB Aerial
Make sure you fully extend
the aerial before tuning in
your unit.
1
2
3
4
DC 9V
AUX IN
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Connecting to the Mains
DC 9V
AUX IN
This unit will automatically scan for DAB radio stations when
switched on for the rst time. Before connecting the power
cable, fully extend the aerial vertically to ensure
best reception.
Before using, connect the supplied power cable to the mains cable socket at the rear of the
unit and plug in the mains socket. Switch on at the mains socket.
If no signal is received in DAB mode for approximately 15
mins, it will automatically switch to standby mode.
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Basic Operating
Switching ON / OFF
• Ensure that the plug is switched on at the wall socket.
• To turn the unit on, press the STANDBY button.
• To switch the unit to standby press the STANDBY button
• To completely turn o the unit turn o at the mains socket.
If no signal is received in DAB mode for approximately 15 mins, it will automatically switch to standby
mode.
Selecting Modes (DAB/FM/AUX)
• Press the MODE button to scroll through the modes. DAB - FM - AUXILIARY.
Adjusting the Volume
• Turn the VOLUME/SELECT dial clockwise to increase the volume level.
• Turn the VOLUME/SELECT dial anti-clockwise to decrease the volume level.
Long-term exposure to loud music may cause hearing damage. It is best to avoid extreme volume when
using earphones, especially for extended periods.
Connections
Connecting to the Earphones Socket
1. Connect earphones (3.5mm stereo mini plug) to the earphones socket.
2. Always set the volume level to minimum then slowly increase the volume to obtain the
desired volume level.
3. When the earphones are connected, the unit will automatically mute.
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DAB Menu Overview
Below is a map of the menu structure of your radio to help you see how to navigate
through the menus.
1. Press and hold the MENU/INFO button to enter the menu.
2. Turn the VOLUME/SELECT dial to see all the options.
3. Press the VOLUME/SELECT dial to select an item in the menu.
Menu Full Scan
Manual Tune
Prune
System Time Set Time/Date
Auto Update
Set 12/24 Hour
Set Date Format
Factory Reset
SW Version
Sleep
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Setting the Clock
The clock can only set and be updated if you can receive DAB signals in your location.
In order for the clock to synchronise to the current local time you must leave it on one DAB
station for a short period of time. Manual clock setting is not required.
Manually Setting the Time and Date
You can manually set the time and date if you wish. Make sure you have set AUTO UPDATE
to ‘NO UPDATE’. If you don’t do this your radio will automatically nd the correct time from a
radio station and change the time.
Manually Setting the Time
• In the menu select SYSTEM - TIME - SET TIME/DATE . Then enter the new time and date
using the VOLUME/SELECT dial.
Auto Update
Your radio can be set to automatically update the time from DAB radio or FM radio or you
can switch this feature o if you want to manually set the time.
• In the menu select SYSTEM - TIME - AUTO UPDATE . Then choose ‘UPDATE FROM DAB,
UPDATE FROM FM, NO UPDATE or UPDATE FROM ANY’ using the VOLUME/SELECT dial.
• Changing the Time Format 12/24 Hour Clock
You can set the time format to either a 12 hour clock or a 24 hour clock.
• In the menu select SYSTEM - TIME - SET 12/24 HOUR . Then choose either ‘SET 12 HOUR
or SET 24 HOUR’ using the VOLUME/SELECT dial.
Changing the Date Format
The way the date is displayed can be changed depending way you prefer. You can choose
DD-MM-YYYY or MM-DD-YYYY.
• In the menu select SYSTEM - TIME - SET DATE FORMAT . Then choose the date format
using the VOLUME/SELECT dial.
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Setting the Alarm
Make sure you have preset FM and DAB stations before setting the Alarm.
1. The unit has two alarms. Press the ALARM button to set alarm 1 press again to set
alarm 2. The display will show“Alarm # Setup”.
2. Press the VOLUME/SELECT dial, then turn the
VOLUME/SELECT dial to adjust the hour digits.
Press the VOLUME/SELECT dial to conrm.
3. The minute digits will ash. Turn the VOLUME/
SELECT dial to adjust the minute digits and then press the VOLUME/SELECT dial to
conrm.
4. Turn the VOLUME/SELECT dial to select the alarm duration (15/30/45/60/90 minutes).
Press the VOLUME/SELECT dial to conrm.
5. Turn the VOLUME/SELECT dial to select the type of
alarm (FM/Buzzer/DAB). Press the VOLUME/SELECT
dial to conrm.
6. If you have chosen FM or DAB, turn the VOLUME/
SELECT dial to select a preset radio station. Press the VOLUME/SELECT dial to conrm.
7. Turn the VOLUME/SELECT dial to select the day(s) the alarm is set for (weekdays/daily/
once/weekends). Press the VOLUME/SELECT dial to conrm.
8. Turn the VOLUME/SELECT dial to select the alarm wake up volume level. Press the
VOLUME/SELECT dial to conrm.
9. Turn the VOLUME/SELECT dial to select alarm on or
o. Press the VOLUME/SELECT dial to conrm.
10. When set, the alarm icon and number will appear on
the display.
Activating/Deactivating the Alarm Function
1. To activate or deactivate the alarm function, press the ALARM button, then turn the
VOLUME/SELECT dial to select Alarm On or Alarm O.
2. Press the VOLUME/SELECT dial to conrm.
Alternatively in standby mode
3. Press the ALARM button repeatedly during standby mode to select Alarm On or O
and then press VOLUME/SELECT dial to conrm.
If you have activated the alarm function and the wake-up mode is DAB or FM, make sure that the volume
is at a sucient level for you to hear.
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Snooze Function
When the alarm has been triggered, press the
DIMMER/SNOOZE button to temporarily switch o
the alarm. Press DIMMER/SNOOZE button to select a
time 5, 10, 15 or 30 minutes. (The options of SNOOZE
time is depend on the duration setting of the alarm).
The display will show“Zz” to indicate that snooze is on and the display will show the
minutes remaining before the alarm sounds again.
If one alarm goes o while the other is in snooze mode, snooze mode will be cancelled.
Sleep Function
This function allows you to program the unit to switch o by itself after a set period of time.
1. Press the SLEEP button to activate the Sleep Timer, “Set Sleep Time” shows on the
display. Press the SLEEP button repeatedly or turn the VOLUME SELECT dial to adjust
the setting. The time (in minutes) will change in the below sequence on every press:
Sleep o/10/20/30/60/70/80/90.
2. When your desired sleep time appears in the
display, release the button and the sleep function
will be activated in ve seconds. “S#” will show
on the display (for example “S1” represents “10
minutes” sleep time).
3. When the sleep timer is zero, the unit will go o. To turn the sleep function o while the
sleep timer is still counting down, press the SLEEP button repeatedly until, “Sleep O”
shows on the display.
4. To see how much sleep time is left press the SLEEP button.
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System Reset
There may be times when you need to reset your unit back to the factory settings,
especially if you have moved house or if you experience reception problems.
If you move to another part of the country and pick up the local and national DAB stations
in that area, your previously tuned channels may no longer be available.
1. Press and hold the MENU/INFO button, then turn
the VOLUME SELECT dial until “System”shows on
the display.
2. Press the VOLUME SELECT dial, then turn the
VOLUME SELECT dial until “Factory Reset” shows
on the display.
3. Press the VOLUME SELECT dial, then turn the
VOLUME SELECT dial until “Factory Reset?”
shows on the display. Turn the VOLUME SELECT
dial to choose Yes, then press the VOLUME
SELECT dial to conrm. After the reset is
complete, the unit will go to standby mode.
4. Press the STANDBY button again to turn the unit on, the unit will then start scanning
for DAB channels immediately.
After the system reset, all the tuned stations, DAB and FM preset stations and alarm settings will be
erased.
Display Backlight
There are four backlight levels to choose from.
To set the backlight level, repeatedly press the DIMMER/SNOOZE button and the
brightness of the display will change in sequence: Low > Medium > High > O >
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DAB Operation
Ensure that you fully extend the aerial vertically before switching the unit on. When the unit
is connected to the mains power and then switched on from standby for the rst time, or
you have just performed a factory reset the unit will automatically enter into the DAB mode
and perform auto scan function.
During the scan the display will show “Scanning ...”
together with a slide bar that indicates the progress
of the scan and the amount of stations that have been
found so far.
Once the scan has nished, the unit will select the rst
alphanumerically found station.
To explore the found stations, press the VOLUME/SELECT dial and then turn the VOLUME/
SELECT dial. When you nd a station that you would like to listen to, press the
VOLUME/SELECT dial.
If no stations are found after auto scan, the unit will then enter into the Tune Select Menu. Turn the
VOLUME/SELECT dial and then press the VOLUME/SELECT dial to select manual tune or full scan modes
for stations.
DAB Full Scan
The Full scan will search for the entire DAB Band III channels. After the scan has nished, the
rst alphanumerically found station will be automatically selected.
Full auto scan will not replace the DAB stations in memory. If you want to remove all the previous
scanned stations, system reset is required.
1. To activate Full scan, rst press and hold the MENU/INFO button, then press the
VOLUME/SELECT dial to select “Full scan”, the display will show “Scanning …” and a
progressing slide bar.
2. All the stations that have been found will be stored automatically, to explore and
listening to the found stations, press the VOLUME/SELECT dial and then turn the
VOLUME/SELECT dial. Press the VOLUME/SELECT button to conrm.
Secondary Services
You may see a“<” symbol after the name of the station, this indicates that there are
secondary services available to that station. These secondary services contain extra
services that are related to the primary station. e.g. a sports station may want to add extra
commentaries. The secondary services are inserted directly after the primary station in the
station list.
To select the secondary station, press the VOLUME/SELECT button when the “<” appears
in the display before the station name. When the secondary service ends, the unit will
automatically switch back to the primary station.
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Manual Tuning
As well as the auto scan function, you can manually tune the radio. This can help if you
know your radio has missed stations. You will need to know which multiplex the missing
radio station is in.
1. Press and hold the MENU/INFO button and then
turn the VOLUME/SELECT dial to select Manual
tune, the display will now show Manual tune.
Then press the VOLUME/SELECT dial.
2. Turn the VOLUME/SELECT dial to cycle through
the multiplex list, which are numbered from 5A
to 13F.
3. After your desired multiplex is selected, press
the VOLUME/SELECT dial to enter the current
multiplex, the top line will now display the
multiplex and below you’ll see the signal strength.
4. You won’t see any new radio stations or hear anything while in manual tune. To nd the
newly tuned in stations search through the Station List.
Pruning Radio Stations
If tuned you radio in more than one location (home and work) it will still have stored all
the radio stations it found, although some may now be a very poor reception. The prune
feature will delete all of the stations that are not available or are very poor reception.
1. Press and hold the MENU/INFO button.
2. Turn the VOLUME/SELECT dial and select PRUNE.
3. Press the VOLUME/SELECT dial.
4. Turn the VOLUME/SELECT dial to select YES.
5. Press the VOLUME/SELECT dial. All stored stations that are poor reception or from
another location will now be deleted.
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Storing Stations
You can store up to 10 of your favourite DAB stations to the memory. This will enable you to
access your favourite stations quickly and easily.
1. To store a preset, you must rst be listening to the
station that you would like to save, press and hold
the PRESET RECALL/STORE button for 2 seconds.
The words “Save to P” will show on the display.
2. Turn the VOLUME/SELECT dial to select your desired preset station number and then
press the VOLUME/SELECT dial to conrm.
3. The station will be stored and the screen will then show “Preset # Stored“.
Recalling a Stored Station
1. Once you have saved a station to one of the preset buttons, you can recall it by pressing
the PRESET RECALL/STORE button.
2. Turn the VOLUME/SELECT dial to select your desired preset station number.
3. Press the VOLUME/SELECT dial to conrm the selection.
4. If you choose a preset that hasn’t been allocated a station, “Empty“ will be displayed.
• Please note that you have to press and hold the PRESET RECALL/STORE button for 2 seconds. If you
see the word“Preset Recall” in the display you didn’t hold the PRESET RECALL/STORE button down
for long enough.
• If a radio station has previously been stored you will see “the stored station name or frequency and P#”
in the display. Press VOLUME/SELECT and you can save a new station into this preset position.
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DAB Display Modes
Every time you press the MENU/INFO button, the lower segment of the display will cycle
through the following display modes:
DLS (Dynamic Label Segment)
Dynamic label segment is a scrolling message that the broadcaster may include with their
transmissions. The message usually includes information, such as program details etc.
Signal Strength
The display will show a slide bar to indicate the signal strength, the stronger the signal,
the longer the bar will be from left to right.
Programme Type
This describes the “Style” or “genre” of music that is being broadcast e.g. “Rock” or
“Classical”. If the information is not available, the display will show “<Programme Type>”.
Multiplex Name
A multiplex is a collection of radio stations that are bundled and transmitted on one frequency.
There are national and local multiplexes. Local ones contain stations that are specic to
that area.
DAB – unlike normal radio, groups together several radio stations and transmits them on one frequency.
Channel Number/Frequency
The number and frequency of the present station will be displayed.
Signal Error
This shows the quality of the signal reception, with 0 being the best quality reception.
Audio Bit Rate
The display will show the digital audio bit rate being received.
Time
The broadcaster (radio station) provides clock information automatically so there’s no need
to manually set this information.
Date
The broadcaster (radio station) provides date information automatically so there’s no need
to manually set this information.
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