Sandstrom S9DABI12 User manual

(iPod and iPhone not included)
DAB Radio with Docking for iPhone and iPod
S9DABI12
Instruction Manual
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contents
Unpacking.............................................................................................................................5
Product Overview.................................................................................................................6
Main Unit.........................................................................................................................................................6
– Front View..............................................................................................................................................6
– Top View.................................................................................................................................................6
– Rear View ...............................................................................................................................................7
Display..............................................................................................................................................................7
Remote Control.............................................................................................................................................8
Removing the Plastic Strip from the Remote Control........................................................9
Battery Replacement for the Remote Control....................................................................9
– Handling the Battery .........................................................................................................................9
– Handling the Remote Control..................................................................................................... 10
Remote Control Operational Range..................................................................................10
Mains Power................................................................................................................................................ 11
Connecting the FM Aerial ..................................................................................................11
Connecting to the Mains Supply .......................................................................................11
General Operation..............................................................................................................12
Switching ON / OFF .................................................................................................................................. 12
Selecting Modes ........................................................................................................................................ 12
Adjusting the Volume.............................................................................................................................. 12
Setting the Clock ....................................................................................................................................... 12
– DAB Auto ............................................................................................................................................ 12
– Manual................................................................................................................................................. 13
Sleep Function............................................................................................................................................ 13
Adjusting the Music Mode..................................................................................................................... 13
Setting Loudness....................................................................................................................................... 14
Adjusting the Display Brightness ........................................................................................................ 14
Setting the Time Display......................................................................................................................... 14
Setting the Alarm ...................................................................................................................................... 15
Switching the Alarm ON and OFF ....................................................................................................... 15
Snooze and Acknowledging the Alarm ............................................................................................ 15
System Reset............................................................................................................................................... 16
Software Version........................................................................................................................................ 16
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DAB Operation....................................................................................................................17
DAB Auto Scan ........................................................................................................................................... 17
Secondary Services................................................................................................................................... 17
Manual Tuning............................................................................................................................................ 18
DRC................................................................................................................................................................. 18
DAB Display Modes .................................................................................................................................. 19
FM Operation ......................................................................................................................20
Switching from DAB to FM Mode........................................................................................................ 20
FM Station Scanning ................................................................................................................................ 20
Audio Mode................................................................................................................................................. 20
FM Display Modes..................................................................................................................................... 21
Presetting (Store and Recall) Radio Stations ................................................................................... 21
iPod / iPhone Operation.....................................................................................................22
Inserting the iPod / iPhone.................................................................................................................... 22
Random Playback...................................................................................................................................... 23
Repeat Playback......................................................................................................................................... 23
Charging your iPod / iPhone................................................................................................................. 23
AUX IN operation................................................................................................................24
Maintenance .......................................................................................................................24
Cleaning the Unit ...................................................................................................................................... 24
Hints and Tips .....................................................................................................................25
Specications......................................................................................................................25
Safety Warnings..................................................................................................................26
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Remote Control x 1 ROD Aerial x 1Mains Unit
Instruction Manual x 1Mains Adapter x 1
Thank youfor purchasing your new Sandstrøm DAB Radio with docking
for iPhone and iPod.
We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual to fully
understand all the operational features oered. 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.
Unpacking
Remove all packaging from the unit. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it please do so
according to local regulations.
The following items are included:
If items are missing, or damaged please contact Partmaster (UK only).
Tel: [phone] for assistance.
MODE INFO SET
MENU ENTER
4 / 9 5 / 10 SHIFT
1 / 6 3/ 8
SNOOZE
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2 / 7
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SNOOZE
Product Overview
Main Unit
Front View
Top View
1. Display Screen
2. Volume Control/STANDBY Button
3. Remote Control Sensor
1. iPod / iPhone Dock
2. SNOOZE Button
• Activates SNOOZE function in alarm mode.
• Backlight adjustment in STANDBY mode.
• Sleep timer adjustment in ON mode.
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2
1 2 3
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1. Antenna Socket
2. DC IN Socket
Connects to the mains socket
with the mains adapter.
3. AUX IN Socket
Rear View
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Display
1. STANDBY Indicator
2. ALARM 1 Indicator
3. ALARM 2 Indicator
4. SNOOSE Indicator
5. SLEEP Indicator
6. DAB Indicator
7. FM ( Stereo) Indicator
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
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8. RDS Indicator
9. iPod Indicator
10. AUX Indicator
11. Aerial Signal Indicator
12. 12-hour (am) Indicator
13. 12-hour (pm) Indicator
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AM
SLEEP DAB FM RDS AUX
PM
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Remote Control
1. STANDBY Button
Switches the unit between the
ON and STANDBY modes.
2. INFO Button
Displays station information in DAB or
FM mode.
3. MODE Button
Switches between DAB, FM, iPod
and AUX modes. iPod mode is only
featured when an iPod/iPhone is
docked.
4. Buttons
Navigates the menu.
5. MENU Button
Returns to the previous menu in the
iPhone/iPod.
6. SHUFFLE Button
Press to shue iPhone/iPod playback.
7. MUTE Button
Mutes or restores sound.
8. VOL – Button
Decreases volume.
9. 1/6 2/7 3/8 4/9
5/10
SHIFT Buttons
Store or recalls preset station buttons
(DAB and FM mode only).
10. 1Alarm 1 & 2Alarm 2 Button
Sets the 1st or 2nd or both alarms.
11. SET Button
Accesses the settings menu.
12. Button
Plays/pauses in iPhone/iPod mode.
13. ENTER (FM ST. / Mono) Button
• Conrms menu selection or goes to
next menu.
• Switches between Stereo and Mono
in FM mode.
14. Repeat Button
Repeats the current track or all tracks
(iPhone/iPod playback only).
15. VOL + Button
Increases volume.
16. SNOOZE Button
• Activates SNOOZE function in alarm
mode.
• Adjusts backlight brightness in
STANDBY mode.
• Adjusts SLEEP TIMER in ON mode
MODE INFO SET
MENU ENTER
4 / 9 5 / 10 SHIFT
1 / 6 3 / 8
SNOOZE
1 2
2 / 7
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Removing the Plastic Strip from the Remote Control
Remove the plastic strip from the battery if the battery is being
used for the rst time. It is located at the bottom rear side of
the remote control.
2. Pull out the battery holder and remove the old battery.
Battery Replacement for the Remote Control
The remote control requires a CR2025, 3V Lithium battery.
1. Slide and hold the battery release tab in the direction of
the arrow.
3. Replace with a new battery.
4. Insert the battery holder back into the remote control.
Handling the Battery
• Improper or incorrect use of batteries may cause corrosion or battery leakage, which
could cause re, personal injury or damage to property.
• Install the battery correctly in the battery compartment. Normally the battery’s positive
polarity (+) will face up.
• When the battery is exhausted, the remote control will not function.
• Only use the battery type indicated in this manual.
• Do not dispose of the used battery as domestic waste. Dispose of it in accordance with
local regulations.
• Small button cell batteries such as the one used in the remote control are easily
swallowed by young children and this is dangerous. Keep loose button cells away from
young children and make sure that the battery is secure in the remote control. Seek
medical advice if you believe a battery cell has been swallowed.
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Remote Control Operational Range
• The remote control sensor on the front
unit is sensitive to the remote control’s
commands up to a maximum of 5 metres
and within a maximum of a 60° arc.
• Please note that the operating distance may
vary depending on the brightness of the
room.
Handling the Remote Control
• If you are having diculty removing the battery cover, use a paper clip to squeeze the
battery tab before pulling out the battery cover. Remove the battery.
• Do not drop the remote control.
• Do not allow anything to impact on the remote control.
• Do not spill water or liquid on the remote control.
• Do not place the remote control on a wet object.
• Do not place the remote control under direct sunlight or near sources of excessive heat.
• Remove the battery from the remote control when not in use for a long period of time,
as corrosion or battery leakage may occur and result in physical injury, and/or property
damage, and/or re.
Within about 5m
30° 30°
MODE
INFO SET
MENU
ENTER
4/9
5/10 SHIFT
1/6
3/8
SNOOZE
1 2
2/7
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Connecting to the Mains Supply
Mains Power
• This unit is designed to operate with a DC
9V 1.66A mains adapter (included).
• Unwind the mains cable to its full length.
Connect the other end of the mains cable
to the DC IN Socket at the rear of the
unit then connect the mains adapter to
the mains socket. Make sure the mains
adapter is rmly inserted into the mains
socket. The unit is now connected and
ready to use.
• To switch the unit o completely, remove
the mains adapter from the mains socket.
Ensure all connections are in place before
connecting to the mains power socket.
Connecting the FM Aerial
Screw on the rod aerial (included) to the
ANT socket. Extend the aerial and adjust its
position to obtain optimum reception.
Use ony the FM aerial that is supplied with
this unit. Do not connect the unit to an
exterior aerial as this may aect reception
or the unit’s functions.
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General Operation
Switching ON / OFF
• When you rst connect the unit to the mains socket, the unit will be in STANDBY mode.
• Press the Volume Control Dial on the unit or on the remote control to switch the unit
ON.
• Press the Volume Control Dial on the unit or on the remote control to switch the unit
back to STANDBY mode.
• Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket if you want to switch the unit o
completely.
Selecting Modes
Press the MODE button on the remote control to switch to DAB, FM, iPod or AUX mode.
If the unit volume is close to mute or idle for 20 minutes, it will automatically switch to
STANDBY mode.
Adjusting the Volume
• Press the VOL +/– buttons on the remote control to adjust the volume.
• Press the MUTE button on the remote control to turn the sound o. The display will
show “VOL MUTE”. Press the MUTE button again to resume audio listening.
• Alternatively, use the Volume Control Dial on the unit to turn the sound to MIN. The
display will show“VOL MIN”.
Setting the Clock
There are 2 ways to set the clock:
DAB Auto
1. If, for any reason, the unit is not in default mode, DAB
AUTO, press SET on the remote control, then to
select DATE/TIME.
2. Press ENTER, then to select DAB AUTO.
3. The unit will use the DAB broadcast to set the time
and date of the unit.
DAB
DAB
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Manual
1. In ANY mode, press SET on the remote control, then
to select DATE/TIME.
2. Press ENTER, then to select MANUAL.
3. Press ENTER. The hour digits will ash, use to set
the hour.
4. Press ENTER to conrm the hour, and start the
minutes digits ashing.
5. Use to set the minutes, then press ENTER to conrm.
6. You will now enter the“Manually set DATE” mode. Follow steps (3) to (5) to set the Day
(DD), Month (MM) and Year (YY).
7. After pressing ENTER,“SAVED” will be shown on the display. The unit will automatically
return to the MANUAL menu. You can press SET to exit the menu, or press nothing; the
unit will automatically exit all menus.
Sleep Function
This function allows you to programme the unit to enter standby mode by itself after a set
period of time.
1. In any modes, press SNOOZE on either the unit or
remote control.
2. Press either SNOOZE on the unit or SNOOZE or on
the remote control to set desired sleep time:
OFF (default)
90 mins
15 mins
60 mins
30 mins
45 mins
3. Press ENTER on the remote control to conrm your selection.
4. “SLEEP” will appear on the display.
Adjusting the Music Mode
1. On the remote control press SET, then to select SET
EQ.
2. Press ENTER, then use to select:
My EQ NORMAL ROCK POP JAZZ
3. Press ENTER to conrm.
4. If you have selected MY EQ (default), use to choose
either TREBLE or BASS:
DAB
SLEEP
DAB
DAB
DAB
DAB
DAB
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Setting Loudness
1. Press SET on the remote control, then to select
LOUDNESS.
2. Press ENTER, then to choose ON or OFF. Press
ENTER to conrm.
Adjusting the Display Brightness
1. Press SET on the remote control, then to select
DISP SET.
2. Use to choose NORMAL (default) for ON mode
or STANDBY for unit standby mode. Press ENTER to
conrm.
DAB
DAB
DAB
DAB
DAB
DAB
DAB
DAB
DAB
DAB
DAB
Setting the Time Display
This unit supports 12-hour and 24-hour clock display.
1. Press SET on the remote control, then to select
TIME MODE.
2. Press ENTER on the remote control, then to select
24H or 12H.
3. Press ENTER to conrm.
If you have selected 12H (12-hour) time mode, the unit will display
“am/pm” at the appropriate hour.
3. Select the level of display brightness (LEVEL 1 is
dimmest, LEVEL 5 is brightest) using on the remote
control. Press ENTER to conrm.
The standby brightness level can be set using the SNOOZE button
while the unit is in STANDBY mode.
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Set Time
(Hour, Minute)
Set Source
(DAB/FM/iPod/Buzzer)
Set Repetition
(Once/Daily/Weekdays/
Weekends)
Set Volume
(Vol 5 ~ Vol Max)
Set ON/OFF
SAVED
Setting the Alarm
1. Switch ON the unit and press either 1or 2on the
remote control to select ALARM 1 or ALARM 2. Either
will be displayed along with or , which will blink.
2. Press ENTER to start and then press to adjust
the setting.
3. Press ENTER to conrm and go to the next setup step.
Press SET to go back to the previous setup item.
4. When the alarm is ON and saved, the display will show
SAVED and or will constantly blink.
Switching the Alarm ON and OFF
1. Ensure you are in standby mode and then press 1or
2key to activate/ deactivate the alarms, or switch on
the radio and press 1or 2on the remote control to
select ALARM 1 or ALARM 2.
2. Then press to select ON/OFF. Press ENTER to
save the setting. SAVED will be displayed to show the
task has been successful.
Snooze and Acknowledging the Alarm
1. While the alarm is active, press SNOOZE on the remote control or the unit to take the
alarm into snooze mode (the alarm will automatically default to a 5-minute snooze if
not present). “ “ will be displayed and [alarm1] or [alarm2] will blink to indicate that
snooze mode is active.
2. To acknowledge the alarm, press any key on the remote control or SNOOZE on the
remote control.
While SNOOZE mode is active, press 1or 2to deactivate the snooze function.
“ ” will disappear from the display.
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System Reset
There may be times when you need to reset your unit back to the factory settings especially
when you have moved house. If you experience reception problems you may want to reset
and try again. 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. In any mode, press SET on remote control, then to
select RESET.
2. Press ENTER, then to choose NO (default) or YES.
Press ENTER to conrm. “RESETTING” will appear
briey.
3. The unit will enter STANDBY mode and the clock will
blink.
4. Press either the Volume Control Dial on the unit or
on the remote control. The unit will automatically scan
for DAB channels immediately.
After the system reset, all the tuned stations, DAB & FM preset stations
and alarm settings will be erased.
Software Version
1. Press SET on remote control in any mode, then to
select FIRMWARE.
2. Press ENTER to display the radio station’s information.
After all information has been displayed, the unit will
automatically return to the previous LCD display. Or
press SET to exit.
DAB
DAB
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DAB Operation
If the unit is connected to the mains power and then switched on from standby for the rst
time, the unit will automatically enter DAB mode and start automatically scanning. During
the scan the LCD display will show “Scan XXX”
Once the scan has nished, the unit will select the rst alphanumerically found station.
Explore the found stations by pressing on the remote control, then ENTER.
If auto scan is not sucient, you can use manual tuning.
DAB Auto Scan
The auto scan will search for the all 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 the unit’s memory. If you
want to delete all the previously scanned stations, a system reset is required.
1. To activate auto scan, press SET on the remote control,
then ENTER. The display will show “SCAN XXX” while
scanning. When a DAB station is found the display will
show “FOUND (No. of station)”.
2. All the stations that have been found will be stored
automatically. Press on the remote control,
then ENTER to listen to the desired station.
Secondary Services
• Press on the remote control to access the station’s secondary services if available.
• Press on the remote control again to skip to the next station’s secondary services (if
available).
DAB
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Manual Tuning
As well as using the auto tune function, you can manually tune the receiver. This can help
you when aligning your aerial or when adding stations that were missed while auto tuning.
1. Press SET on the remote control, then to select
MANUAL TUNING.
2. Press ENTER, then to start tuning manually. Press
ENTER again to conrm the chosen station. The
display will show the signal strength of the selected
station:
If the signal strength is greater than the SIGNAL STRENGTH MARKER,
you can tune the unit into the found DAB station. Press SET twice to
conrm.
3. After nding your desired station, press SET twice to
exit the menu and start listening to the station.
DRC
1. Press SET on the remote control, then to select DRC.
2. Press ENTER, then to select:
OFF HIGH LOW
3. Press ENTER to conrm, then SET to exit the menu.
DAB
Strong Very strong
Signal strength
market
DAB
DAB
DAB
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DAB Display Modes
The station name will be displayed.
Every time you press INFO on the remote control, the bottom line of the display will cycle
through the following display modes: Service Name, DLS, Signal Strength, Programme
Type, Ensemble/Multiplex (Group Name),Frequency, Signal Error, Bit Rate, Codec,
Time,Date.
Service Name
Describes the type of service the station provides,
e.g. news.
DLS
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.
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”.
Ensemble/Multiplex (Group Name)
A Ensemble/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. e.g. BBC World.
Frequency
The frequency of the present station will be
displayed, such as “11C 220.352MHz”.
Signal Error
A number showing the error rate. If the number is
0, it means the signal received is error free and the
signal strength is strong. If the error rate is high,
it is recommended you reorientate the aerial or
reposition the unit.
Bit Rate
The display will show the digital audio bit rate being
received.
Service Name
DLS
Signal Strength
Programme Type
Ensemble/Multiplex
(Group Name)
Frequency
Signal Error
Bit Rate
Codec
Time
Date
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FM Operation
Switching from DAB to FM Mode
To switch the unit to FM mode, press the MODE button on the remote control. The display
will show FM and the frequency or the station name if a RDS station is tuned in.
FM Station Scanning
1. Press SET on the remote control, then to select
SCAN, then press ENTER.
2. Use to choose STRONG or ALL, then press ENTER
to conrm. The unit will scan the FM band frequencies
for radio stations that match your desired setting.
3. Press SET to exit the menu.
Audio Mode
Press ENTER on the remote control to toggle between the Stereo or Mono audio mode.
1. Press SET on the remote control, then select AUDIO,
then press to select MONO or STEREO.
2. Press ENTER to conrm, then SET to exit the menu.
FM
FM
Codec
The display will show the radio (DAB) mode.
Time/Date
The broad caster (Radio station) provides clock and
date information automatically so there’s no need to
manually set this information. In the unlikely event
that the broadcaster does not transmit any clock
information, the display will show “<TIME/DATE> ”.
For some DAB stations, when INFO is pressed, a city or region name be displayed, followed by
MIN. & MAX. temperatures (e.g. MIN, 31°C, MAX, 31°C) then the weather (e.g. FINE).
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