Logik L3DAB12 User manual

DAB Radio
Instruction Manual
L3DAB12
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Contents
Unpacking.....................................................................................................................4
Product Overview.........................................................................................................5
Front View..............................................................................................................................................5
Rear View ...............................................................................................................................................5
Top View.................................................................................................................................................6
Power Source ................................................................................................................6
Mains Power ........................................................................................................................................6
Battery Power.......................................................................................................................................6
Battery Life (Approx. hours) ............................................................................................................6
Knowing when to replace the batteries .....................................................................................7
Switching On Your Unit for the First Time...................................................................7
Basic Operation ............................................................................................................8
Powering ON/OFF...............................................................................................................................8
Selecting Modes..................................................................................................................................8
Adjusting Volume ...............................................................................................................................8
Software Version .................................................................................................................................8
System Reset ........................................................................................................................................8
DAB Operation..............................................................................................................9
Memory..................................................................................................................................................9
Presetting Stations .............................................................................................................................9
Recalling a Preset Station.................................................................................................................9
DAB Display Modes.........................................................................................................................10
Auto Scan Modes.............................................................................................................................11
Secondary Services ......................................................................................................................... 11
Manual Tuning.................................................................................................................................. 11
FM Operation ............................................................................................................. 12
Switching from DAB to FM Mode ..............................................................................................12
Auto Scan............................................................................................................................................12
Manual Scan ......................................................................................................................................12
Presetting Stations ..........................................................................................................................12
Recalling a Preset Station..............................................................................................................12
FM Display Modes ...........................................................................................................................13
Using Earphones..............................................................................................................................14
Select Sensitivity in FM..................................................................................................................14
Maintenance .............................................................................................................. 15
Hints and Tips ............................................................................................................ 15
Specications............................................................................................................. 15
Safety Warnings......................................................................................................... 16
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Unpacking
Remove all packaging from the tower fan. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it
please do so according any local regulations.
The following items are included:
Instruction Manual
(P.N.: L3DAB12-001)
Radio Mains Adapter
(P.N.: AD080501000UK)
Thank you for purchasing your new Logik DAB FM Radio.
We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual so that you
fully understand all the operational features it offers. You will also find 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.
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Product Overview
Front View
Rear View
1. Speaker
1. Telescopic Aerial
2. ON/OFF Switch
3. DC IN 5V Socket
4. Earphones Socket
5. Battery Compartment
DC IN
ONOFF
1
2
1
3 4 5
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DAB/FM INFO PRESET
SELECTSCAN PREV NEXT
- VOLUME +
Top View
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8 9 10
Power Source
Mains Power
Connect the mains adapter (included) to the DC
5V IN socket and the mains socket.
Battery Power
Insert 4 x AA batteries (not included) correctly
by following the polarity (+ or –) indications in
the battery compartment.
DC IN
ONOFF
DC IN
ONOFF
Battery Life (Approx. hours)
Battery Type DAB FM
Alkaline (Size AA) 8 8
1. STANDBY Button
2. DAB/FM Button
3. INFO Button
4. PRESET Button
5. SCAN Button
6. SELECT Button
7. PREV Button
8. NEXT Button
9. LCD Display Window
10. VOL+/– Dial
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Switching On Your Unit for the First Time
1. Switch the ON/OFF switch at the back of the unit to the “ON” position to turn the
unit on. For initial use, the unit will automatically enter the DAB mode and start
the auto tune quick scan for DAB stations.
2. During scanning, the display will show a slide bar that indicates the progress of
the scan, and the amount of radio stations that have been found so far. Once the
scan has finished, the unit will select the first alphanumeric station.
Handling the Batteries
• Improper or incorrect use of batteries may cause corrosion or battery leakage,
which could cause personal injury or damage to property.
• Install the batteries correctly by following the polarity (+ and –) indications in the
battery compartment.
• Use only the types of the batteries which are indicated in this manual.
• Do not install new batteries with used ones and do not mix different types of
batteries.
• Do not dispose of the used batteries as domestic waste. Dispose of them in
accordance with local regulations.
• If you are not going to use the unit for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
• Do not take more than 1 minutes to replace the batteries, otherwise the clock,
any lists of receivable broadcasts for DAB scan, preset favourite services and all
settings will be initialized. Should that happen, set the functions again.
• If the batteries are replaced while the power is on, the unit may revert to the
factory setting.
• Due to the short battery life span of some alkaline batteries. It is recommended to
use rechargeable batteries. This saves cost and is more environmentally friendly.
Knowing when to replace the batteries
• When the batteries lose power, the sound becomes weak and distorted.
• When the batteries are completely exhausted, “ ” appears on the display and the
power is turned off.
• When “ ” appears, replace all the batteries with new ones. After the batteries
have been replaced, switch the ON/OFF switch to the “ON” position to turn the
indication off.
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Basic Operation
Powering ON/OFF
Connect the unit to the mains socket and switch the ON/OFF switch at the back of the
unit to “ON”position to switch the unit on.
• Press the STANDBY button to switch the unit back to Standby mode.
• Switch the ON/OFF switch to the “OFF” position to turn the unit off.
• Disconnect the mains adapter from the mains socket if you want to switch the
unit off completely.
Selecting Modes
Press the DAB/FM button repeatedly to switch between modes (DAB or FM).
Adjusting Volume
Turn the VOLUME +/–dial to increase/decrease the volume.
Software Version
1. Press and hold the INFO button for 2 seconds and then release it to view the
software version of this unit.
2. The software version will automatically disappear after 5 seconds.
System Reset
There may be times when you need to reset your unit back to the factory settings. If
you experience reception problems you may want to reset and try again. If you move
the unit 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. To do the system reset, press and hold the INFO button until the software version
display.
2. Press the INFO button, and press the SELECT button, and display will show “Press
select key to reset”.
3. Then press the SELECT button to start the system reset. The unit will then start
the Quick Scan for DAB channels immediately.
After the system reset, all the tuned stations, DAB & FM preset stations setting
will be erased.
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DAB Operation
To listen to the tuned stations press either the PREV / NEXT buttons. Each time you
press the PREV / NEXT buttons, you will skip to the previous or next stored station.
The unit will display the station name.
Memory
When you power up the unit again, the unit plays the same mode and station (DAB
or FM) as the last operation.
Presetting Stations
You can store up to 10 of your favourite stations to the memory. This will enable you
to access your favourite stations quickly and easily.
1. To store a preset, you must first be listening to the station that you would like to
save, then press and hold the PRESET button.
2. Press the PREV / NEXT buttons to select your desired preset station number.
3. Press the SELECT button to confirm the selection.
4. The station will be stored and the display will show “Preset # stored“.
Recalling a Preset Station
1. Once you have saved a station to one of the preset buttons, you can recall it by
pressing the PRESET button.
2. Press the PREV / NEXT buttons to select your desired preset station number.
3. Press the SELECT button to confirm the selection.
4. If you choose a preset that hasn’t been allocated a station, the display will show
“Preset empty #“.
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DAB Display Modes
Every time you press the INFO button, the display will cycle through the following
display modes: DLS, Programme Type, Muitlplex Name, Frequency, Audio Bit rate,
Signal Strength, Date/Time.
The information is displayed on the lower segment of the display.
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 programme details etc.
Programme Type
This describes the “Style” or “Genre” of
music that is being broadcast e.g. “Rock” or
“Classical”.
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 specific to that area e.g. BBC World.
Frequency
The frequency of the present station will be
displayed, such as “11C 220.352MHz”.
Audio Bit Rate
The display will show the audio mode (Stereo
or Mono) and the digital audio bit rate being
received.
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.
Time/Date
The broadcaster (radio station) provides clock
and date information automatically so there’s
no need to manually set this information.
DLS
Programme Type
Muitlplex Name
Frequency
Audio Bit Rate
Signal Strength
Date/Time
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