Sandstrom SDBXHFB13 User manual

Instruction Manual
Wireless micro
DAB HiFi
SDBXHFB13
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Contents
Safety Warnings....................................................................................................................4
Unpacking.............................................................................................................................8
Product Overview.................................................................................................................9
Remote Control.......................................................................................................................................... 11
Removing the Plastic Strip.................................................................................................13
Installation of Battery ........................................................................................................13
Handling the Remote Control .............................................................................................................. 13
Handling the Battery................................................................................................................................ 14
Remote Control Operation Range.....................................................................................14
Connections ........................................................................................................................15
Connecting the Speakers ....................................................................................................................... 15
Connecting the Aerial.............................................................................................................................. 16
Connecting the Auxiliary Equipment ................................................................................................ 16
Connecting MP3 Devices ....................................................................................................................... 17
Connecting to the Mains Supply......................................................................................................... 17
General Operation..............................................................................................................18
Switching On/O....................................................................................................................................... 18
ECO-Power Mode...................................................................................................................................... 18
Auto Setting the Clock ............................................................................................................................ 18
Selecting Modes ........................................................................................................................................ 18
Adjusting the Volume.............................................................................................................................. 18
DAB Radio Operation .........................................................................................................19
Tuning to DAB for the First Time.......................................................................................................... 19
Tuning to a Station ................................................................................................................................... 19
Re-tuning ..................................................................................................................................................... 19
Manual Tuning............................................................................................................................................ 19
Programming DAB Stations................................................................................................................... 19
Tuning to Preset DAB Stations.............................................................................................................. 20
DAB Display Modes .................................................................................................................................. 20
Secondary Service..................................................................................................................................... 20
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FM Radio Operation ...........................................................................................................21
For Better Reception ................................................................................................................................ 21
Selecting FM Mode................................................................................................................................... 21
Searching for a Station Automatically ............................................................................................... 21
Searching for a Station Manually......................................................................................................... 21
Audio Mode................................................................................................................................................. 21
Presetting Radio Stations....................................................................................................................... 22
Recalling a Preset Station....................................................................................................................... 22
FM Display Modes..................................................................................................................................... 22
System Reset............................................................................................................................................... 22
Bluetooth® Operation ........................................................................................................23
Playing MP3s From a USB Memory Stick ..........................................................................23
USB Operation ....................................................................................................................24
Repeat Playback/Shue......................................................................................................................... 24
A-B Repeat ................................................................................................................................................... 24
AUX IN/MP3 LINK Operation..............................................................................................25
AUX IN Operation...................................................................................................................................... 25
MP3 LINK Operation................................................................................................................................. 25
Setting the Clock and Alarm..............................................................................................25
Manually Setting the Clock.................................................................................................................... 25
Time Display................................................................................................................................................ 25
Setting the Alarm (Daily Timer)............................................................................................................ 26
Switching the Alarm Function O/On............................................................................................... 26
Setting the Sleep Timer........................................................................................................................... 26
Other Features ....................................................................................................................27
Adjusting the Sound Eect.................................................................................................................... 27
Selecting Super Bass ................................................................................................................................ 27
Selecting the Loudness Eect .............................................................................................................. 27
Adjusting the Display Brightness ........................................................................................................ 27
Cleaning the Unit................................................................................................................27
Specications......................................................................................................................27
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• 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, level surface and not
subjected to vibrations.
• The mains socket must be located near the unit and
should be easily accessible.
• This unit is designed for indoor 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.
Safety Warnings
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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.
• A minimum distance of 5cm 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.
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Mains Cable
• Make sure the unit and speakers are not resting on top
of the mains cable, as the weight 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 working of the unit, and cause a
distorted sound.
Batteries
• Batteries used in the unit are easily swallowed by young
children and this is dangerous.
• Keep loose batteries away from young children and make
sure that the battery holder tray is secure in the unit. Seek
medical advice if you believe a cell has been swallowed.
• Please dispose of batteries correctly by following the
guidance in this manual.
• Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight or sources of
excessive heat.
Supervision
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the unit.
• 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.
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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 power supply 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.
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Remote Control
The Main Unit Speakers x 2
Mains Cable DAB/FM Aerial
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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:
Thank youfor purchasing your new Sandstrøm Wireless micro DAB HiFi.
We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual in order
that you fully understand all the operational features it oers.
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.
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Product Overview
FRONT VIEW
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1. STANDBY Button
Switches the unit between the ON
and STANDBY modes.
2. LED Indicator
• Red light indicates unit is in ECO
Power mode.
• Blue light indicates Bluetooth
function.
3. Remote Control Sensor
Receives signal from remote control.
4. Display
5. FUNCTION Button
Switch between FM RADIO,
DAB RADIO, AUX-IN, MP3 LINK,
BLUETOOTH and USB modes.
6. VOLUME + Button
Increases the volume.
7. VOLUME – Button
Decreases the volume.
8. USB Socket
9. Button
• Allows fast reversing of the current
track.
• Searches for a radio station going
backwards through accessible
radio frequencies.
10. Button
Skips forwards to the next track.
11. Button
Plays/pauses/resumes playback.
12. Button
• Allows fast forwarding of the
current track.
• Searches for a radio station going
forwards through accessible
radio frequencies.
13. Button
Skips backwards to the beginning
of the track or to the previous track.
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REAR VIEW
SPEAKER OUTPUT(6 )
AERIAL
FM
6
MP3-LINK AUX IN
DAB/FM
AERIAL
1. Service Port
For service only.
2. MP3 LINK Socket
Connects a MP3 device.
3. AUX IN (L/R) Sockets
Connects the external audio device.
4. SPEAKER Sockets
Connects the speakers.
5. DAB/FM Aerial Socket
Connects the DAB/FM Aerial.
6. AC MAINS Socket
Connects the mains cable to the
mains socket.
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Remote Control
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1. STANDBY Button
Switches the unit between
ON and STANDBY modes.
2. Bluetooth Button
Selects Bluetooth mode.
3. FM/DAB Button
Switches between DAB and
FM mode.
4. USB Button
Selects USB mode.
5. MP3 LINK Button
Selects MP3 Link mode.
6. AUX Button
Selects AUX-IN mode.
7. ST/SCAN Button
In FM mode switches between
mono and auto modes.
In DAB mode selects quick scan.
8. MODE Button
Repeats/random playback of
a track(s).
9. DIM Buttons
Adjusts display brightness level.
10. A-B Button
Repeats a section of a soundtrack.
11. P-EQ Button
Switches between equalizer modes.
12. LOUDNESS Button
Switches LOUDNESS function
ON/OFF.
13. SLEEP Button
Sets up a sleep timer.
14. S-BASS Button
Switches S-BASS function ON/OFF.
15. CLOCK Button
Displays the time.
16. TIMER Button
Selects alarm timer.
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1. Button
• Skips forward to next track.
• Selects a preset radio station.
2. DISPLAY Button
Displays RDS information on DAB
and FM radio stations and ID3
information on MP3 tracks
(where available).
3. Button
• Tune to a radio station.
• Searches backwards through
current track.
4. Button
• Tune to a radio station.
• Searches forwards through
current track.
5. Button
• Skips backwards to the previous
track.
• Selects a preset radio station.
6. Button
Plays/pauses/resumes playback.
7. PAIRING Button
• Press and hold to un-pair
from Bluetooth .
• Stops playback.
8. ALB + / – Buttons
Selects folder (USB mode).
9. VOL + / – Buttons
Increases or decreases the volume.
10. MUTE Button
Silences the unit or restores the
sound.
11. 0-10+ Buttons
Selects a soundtrack or preset
radio station.
12. PROG Button
• Programme soundtracks.
• Presets radio stations.
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Removing the Plastic Strip
Remove the plastic strip from the battery if the battery
is being used for the rst time. It is located at the
bottom back side of the remote control.
Installation of Battery
1. Unscrew the screw at the back of the remote control.
• Pull out the battery compartment with your ngernails.
2. Replace a new battery (size CR2025) correctly
and fully insert the battery compartment back
to the original position. Replace the screw.
Handling the Remote Control
• Be aware of your ngernails when removing the battery cover and the battery.
• Do not drop the remote control.
• Do not allow anything to impact the remote control.
• Do not spill water or any 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.
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Remote Control Operation Range
• The remote control sensor on the front unit is
sensitive to the remote control’s commands up
to a maximum of 6 metres away and within
a maximum of a 30° arc.
• Please note that the operating distance may vary
depending on the brightness of the room.
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 by following the polarity ( + and – ) indications in the
battery compartment.
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, this is dangerous. Keep loose button cells away from
young children and make sure that the battery holder tray is secure in the remote
control. Seek medical advice if you believe a cell has been swallowed.
Within about 6m
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Connections
Connecting the Speakers
Connect the speaker cables at the back of the speakers to the SPEAKER OUTPUT (L/R)
Sockets at the rear of the unit.
Position the speakers. Connect the left speaker to the socket marked ‘L’ and the right
speaker to the socket marked ’R‘.
1. Open socket levers by pressing up on the top (red) lever and down on the bottom
(black) lever.
2. Insert the bare (uncoated) ends of the speaker wires into the sockets, ensuring that the
red striped wire goes into the red socket.
3. Secure wires in place by pressing down on the top lever and up on the bottom lever.
4. Repeat process for other speaker.
MP3-LINK
1. 2. 3.
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Connecting the Aerial
Connect one end of the aerial cable (included) to the DAB/FM socket at the rear of the
unit and hand tighten the nut clockwise to secure. Then position the aerial to obtain
optimum reception.
SPEAKER OUTPUT(6 )
AERIAL
FM
6
MP3-LINK AUX IN
DAB/FM
AERIAL
DAB/FM
AERIAL
Do not overtighten as this could cause damage to the aerial.
To avoid noise, keep the aerial away from the unit, cable wires and mains cable.
Connecting the Auxiliary Equipment
Use a RCA stereo audio cable to connect an auxiliary equipment to the main unit’s
AUX IN sockets.
MP3-LINK
Auxiliary Equipment
RCA stereo audio cables
(Not included)
(Red) (White)
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Connecting MP3 Devices
Use a 3.5mm audio cable to connect an MP3 device to the main unit’s MP3 LINK Socket.
SPEAKER OUTPUT(6 )
AERIAL
FM
6
MP3-LINK AUX IN
DAB/FM
AERIAL
3.5 mm to 3.5 mm Audio
cables (Not included)
Connecting to the Mains Supply
• This unit is designed to operate with an AC 220V-240V ~ 50/60Hz power supply.
• Connecting the unit to any other power source may cause damage to the unit.
Unwind the mains cable to its full length. Connect the mains lead to the socket marked
AC MAINS, then insert the plug into the mains socket and switch on.
• To switch the unit o completely, remove the mains plug from the mains socket.
Ensure all connections are made before connecting to the mains power socket.
SPEAKER OUTPUT(6 )
AERIAL
FM
6
MP3-LINK AUX IN
DAB/FM
AERIAL
To the mains
socket
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General Operation
Switching On/O
When you rst connect the unit to the mains socket, the unit will be in STANDBY mode
and – –:– – will ash in the display.
• Press the STANDBY button on the unit or the remote control to switch the unit on. The
word “HELLO“ will show in the display.
• Press the STANDBY button on the unit or 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.
ECO-Power Mode
Your unit features an ECO-Power/Standby mode. Press the STANDBY button to switch
to standby mode, then after 90 seconds in standby, the unit will automatically switch to
ECO-Power mode and the LED indicator above the standby button on the unit will glow red.
You can switch the unit directly to ECO-Power mode by holding down the STANDBY
button until “ECOPOWER“ appears on the screen. The unit will now always go directly into
ECO-Power mode when the standby button is pressed. To cancel this, press and hold the
standby button when the unit is in ECO-Power mode.
To display the clock in either mode, press the CLOCK button and the clock will be displayed
for 90 seconds.
If the unit is idle for more than 15 minutes, it will automatically switch to ECO-Power mode.
Auto Setting the Clock
Tune to a DAB or FM radio station (with RDS). Press the DISPLAY button until the time is
displayed, then press and hold the CLOCK button, ‘CT SYNC’ will be displayed. The clock
will now be set. Press the CLOCK button to display the time for a few seconds. If it didn’t set
automatically you will have to manually set the clock (see page 25).
Selecting Modes
Press the FUNCTION button on the unit to switch between FM RADIO, DAB RADIO,
AUX-IN, MP3 LINK, BLUETOOTH and USB modes. The selected mode will show on the
display. Alternatively press the FM/DAB, USB, AUX,MP3 LINK or (Bluetooth) button
on the remote control to select desired mode.
Adjusting the Volume
• Press the VOL + / – buttons on the unit or the remote control to adjust the volume.
• If you wish to turn the sound o, press the MUTE button on the remote control. Press the
MUTE button again or press the VOL + / – buttons to resume normal listening.
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DAB Radio Operation
Tuning to DAB for the First Time
1. Select the DAB RADIO mode by pressing the FUNCTION button repeatedly on the
unit or pressing the FM/DAB button on the remote control until the display reads
“DAB RADIO”.
2. The system will start a quick scan to search for all available channels automatically.
• If no DAB service is available “NO SERVICE” will be displayed.
• If there are available DAB services, the system will store all detected stations.
3. At completion of the scanning, the system will tune to a station on the list.
Tuning to a Station
1. Press the / buttons on the remote control to select the desired station from the list.
2. Press the Play/Pause button to conrm.
Re-tuning
By re-tuning, you can update your DAB station list all over again. On completion of
scanning, the system will tune to the rst station in the updated list.
• Press and hold the SCAN button for at least 2 seconds, the system will start a full scan
to search for all available channels automatically.
• Press the SCAN button briey, the system will start a quick scan process to search for
channels available in the UK only.
Manual Tuning
1. Press and hold the PLAY/PAUSE button for more than 2 seconds to enter the manual
tuning mode.
2. Press the /buttons on the remote control to select your desired DAB channels.
3. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to conrm and tune to your selected channel.
Programming DAB Stations
You can save up to 20 DAB stations in the system memory.
1. Press the /buttons on the remote control to select your desired DAB channels.
2. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to conrm, and tune to your selected channel.
3. Press the PROG button and then press the Previous/ Next buttons / to select a location
for storing your desired station. You can also use the Number buttons (0-9) to input a number
directly and tune to the service associated with this number. If the number is larger than 10,
press the 10+ button once and then use the Number buttons (0-9) to input the second digit.
4. Press the PROG button again to conrm. “P # SAVED”(# indicating the preset number your
selected) display.
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Tuning to Preset DAB Stations
• Press the / buttons until the desired preset station is displayed. The system will tune
to the selected station automatically.
• You can also use the Number buttons (0-9) to input a number directly and tune to the
station associated with this number. To input a number larger than 10, press the 10+
button once and then use the Number buttons (0-9) to input the second digit.
DAB Display Modes
Every time you press the DISPLAY button, the bottom line of the display will cycle through
the following display modes: Station Name, Date/Clock, DLS, Signal Strength, Programme
Type, Bitrate, Audio, Frequency.
Station Name
When an RDS station is received, the name of the
station will be displayed.
Date/Clock
Radio stations provide clock and date information
automatically so there’s no need to manually set
this information.
DLS (Dynamic Label Segment)
Dynamic label segment is a scrolling message that
the broadcaster may include with their transmissions.
The message usually include information, such as
programme details etc.
Signal Strength
Shows a slide bar indicating the signal strength,
the stronger the signal, the longer the bar will be.
Programme Type
Programme type identication signal.
(e.g: News, Rock, Classical music.)
Bitrate
The display will show the digital audio bit rate
being received.
Audio
Shows if the station being received is in mono or stereo.
Frequency
The frequency of the present station will be displayed.
Secondary Service
Secondary services are extra services 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 button to conrm. When
the secondary service ends, the radio will automatically switch back to the primary station.
Station Name
Date/Clock
Programme Type
DLS
Bitrate
Signal Strength
Audio
Frequency
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