Kolster-Brandes MR10 6BE6 User manual

USER MANUAL
for
Kolster-Brandes MR10 6BE6
Project No. 5052

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Table of Contents
1Introduction.......................................................................................................................2
2Power Connection .............................................................................................................2
3Controls.............................................................................................................................3
3.1 On-Off......................................................................................................................3
3.2 Volume.....................................................................................................................3
3.3 Tuning......................................................................................................................3
3.4 Tone.........................................................................................................................3
4Bluetooth Operation..........................................................................................................4
5Care and Cleaning.............................................................................................................5
5.1 Positioning the Radio...............................................................................................5
5.2 Cleaning...................................................................................................................5
6Guarantee ..........................................................................................................................6
7Specifications ....................................................................................................................6
8History...............................................................................................................................7

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1Introduction
Thank you for buying one of our beautiful radios! We hope it will provide hours of trouble-
free, high quality entertainment.
Your radio is easy to set up and use and, with a few simple precautions, will continue to
look good and operate efficiently for many years.
2Power Connection
The power mains power connection is via
an IEC connector fitted at the rear. Insert
the supplied power lead and connect to a
mains outlet. Switch on the supply at the
mains outlet, and then operate the mains
switch on the unit. The switch will
illuminate if power is present, which
means that the unit is in standby mode.
If your radio is equipped with rechargeable
batteries, this is also the batteries will now
be charging. Charge the batteries for at
least 2 hours before running on batteries
alone.
If the switch fails to illuminate, first check that the mains supply is present, then disconnect
the supply and check the fuse in the mains plug and the unit inlet connector. In the unlikely
event that any of the fuses have blown the unit may be faulty.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK RISK
This unit contains no user serviceable parts.
Under no circumstances remove the rear panel with the mains
voltage connected.
Fuse

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3Controls
The radio controls are as shown below:
3.1 On-Off
This is a three-position switch. Turn fully anti-clockwise to turn the radio off. The
first switch position turns the radio on with the dial illumination on. The second
position turns off the illumination.
3.2 Volume
Turn fully clockwise (towards) to reduce the volume and anti-clockwise (away) to
increase.
3.3 Tuning
This is decorative only and moves the tuning dial indicator.
3.4 Tone
The tone control provides no tone adjustment in the centre position. Turn anti-
clockwise to decrease treble and increase bass. Turn clockwise to increase treble and
decrease bass.
Off - On(1) - On(2)
Volume
Tuning
Tone

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4Bluetooth Operation
The radio requires an audio signal from a Bluetooth device such as a smartphone, tablet,
laptop or PC. If your device is already paired with an audio device such as headphones or a
hands-free headset you may have to un-pair it first.
Please refer to your device’s instructions to place the unit in scan mode to scan for
Bluetooth devices. With your device in scan mode, turn the volume control up by about
one-third, switch the radio on to standby mode at the power inlet, and then turn on using
the front panel control.
You should hear ‘Bluetooth Mode’ from the radio, and the device named ‘YET-M1’
should appear in the list of available devices on your Bluetooth device. Select ‘YET-M1’
to pair with it and, if prompted, enter ‘0000’ as the code. You should then hear ‘Paired’
from the radio.
Play some audio from your device and you should hear it through the radio. After pairing
for the first time the two devices should pair automatically when you power up the radio
unless you actively disconnect, or un-pair it from your device.
If you have difficulty pairing you may have to turn off the radio at the front panel then turn
on again to initiate the pairing process, and reset your device to scan mode.
The range of the Bluetooth receiver in the radio is about 10 metres. Outside this range you
may experience drop-outs, especially if you are in another room, although reception is
good throughout an average family-sized house.

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5Care and Cleaning
5.1 Positioning the Radio
Do not allow this product to be exposed to water, steam or sand. Do not leave your
radio where excessive heat could cause damage such as in a parked car or in a
conservatory where the heat from the sun can build up even though the outside
temperature may not seem too high. Do not position the radio close to a radiator or
other type of heater.
Your radio should not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and no objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the radio.
It is recommended to operate the product such that there is a minimum distance
(10cm recommended) to adjacent objects in order to ensure good ventilation. The
ventilation of the product should not be restricted by covering it, its ventilation
openings or heatsink with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains etc.
No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on or near the
product.
Do not place this product in an area which receives direct sunlight, as this can cause
fading to the finish.
5.2 Cleaning
Your radio will only need cleaning from time to time with a soft duster or lint-free
cloth. Splashes and other marks can be wiped with a damp cloth.
Under no circumstances use household cleaning products, solvents or cleaners as
they are liable to damage the finish. Do not use silicone based polishes.
Your radio has been sealed with a modern synthetic paint and polished with furniture
wax, which provides a long-tasting durable protection. The wax finish can be
refreshed with energetic buffing. Occasionally apply a thin coat of wax and buff to a
high sheen, but avoid frequent over-waxing as the wax layers can build up trapping
fine dirt and dust which dimishes the appearance.

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6Guarantee
This product is guaranteed for six months from the date of delivery to the original owner
against failure due to faulty workmanship or component breakdown, subject to the
procedure stated below. Should any component or part fail during this guarantee period it
will be repaired or replaced free of charge.
This guarantee does not cover:
Damage resulting from incorrect use
Products which have been altered or tampered with externally or internally
Consequential damage
Any claim under this guarantee should be made by contacting Retro-Lux or the dealer from
whom the product was purchased to see if the problem can be rectified. Should it be
necessary to return the product for repair or replacement instructions for its return will be
provided by Retro-Lux.
These statements do not affect your statutory rights as a consumer.
7Specifications
Power Supply
Input Supply
220-240 VAC 60W, 50/60 Hz, inrush < 50 A peak @ 230
VAC, cold start @ 25C
Batteries
None fitted
Amplifier
Power Output
20W RMS / 30W Music Power
Mode
Mono
Distortion
2% at maximum power
Audio Source
Internal Bluetooth receiver
Tone Control
Volume proportionate loudness, single tone control with
bass/treble cut and boost
Loudspeaker
Type
6.5 inch Dual Cone Full Range
Impedance
8 ohms
Frequency
50Hz - 18kHz
Power
50W RMS / 100W Peak SPL @1W/1m: 90dB
Dimensions
Width
40cm (including side knobs)
Depth
20cm (including rear heatsink and front panel knobs)
Height
24cm
Weight
5.9kg (excluding batteries)

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8History
The Kolster-Brandes MR10 6BE6 AC mains valve radio
was originally made in 1955 by Kolster-Brandes Ltd based
in Foots Cray, Sidcup, a suburb of London. The set is
housed in a white plastic (not bakelite) case, and came to us
painted in a similar colour to that shown. This looks like
quite an unusual version of this model, since many other
examples we have seen have a white or cream finish.
The control knobs (left to right) were originally: on/off and tone, waveband, tuning, and
volume and the radio was capable of receiving AM and FM wavebands.
The original paint finish on this model had become scratched, revealing the white plastic
base. The case was completely stripped back and painted with a modern coating.
Internally, the valve radio components were stripped out, but the tuning mechanism and
display was left in place. The proprietary Retro-Lux PSU, Power Amplifier and Tone
Control PCB circuitry was installed, together with a high-performance 6.5", full range,
dual concentric 50W loudspeaker.
A replacement back panel to meet modern regulations completed the upgrade
There is a mains switch on the rear, and the front panel controls have been reassigned as
follows: the left hand side control is a volume control, the right hand side control a rotary
switch with 3 positions: off, on (with illumination), on (power saving, no illumination). On
the front panel, on the left hand side is a tone control which provides bass boost and cut.
The right hand knob moves the tuning pointer and is decorative only.

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