Sharp FV-DB2E User manual

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Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product.
To obtain the best performance from this product, please read this
manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.
DAB RECEIVER
FV-DB2E TINSEA048SJZZ 1
MODEL
OPERATION MANUAL
FV-DB2E
If you require any advice or assistance regarding
your Sharp product, please visit our web-site
www.sharp.co.uk/customersupport.
Customers without Internetaccess may telephone
08705 274277 duringoffice hours (or(01) 676 0648
if telephoning from Ireland).
The stylized mark ‘DAB Digital Radio’ is a trademark of Digital One
Limited used under licence, and the stylized ‘R’ mark is a registered
trademark of Digital One Limited.™ & © 2003.

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NOTES FOR USERS INTHE U.K. AND
IRELAND
SERVICE INFORMATION
In the unlikely event of your equipment requiring re-
pair, please use the supplied postage paid label to
send your unit to the Sharp repair centre or contact
the dealer or supplier from whom it was purchased.
Where this is not possible, please visit our web-site
www.sharp.co.uk/customersupport.
Customers without internet access may telephone
08705 274277 during office hours (or [phone]
if telephoning from Ireland).
Please note; all calls will be charged at local rate.
Certain replacement parts and accessories may be
obtained from our main parts distributor.
WILLOWVALE ELECTRONICS LTD.
0121 766 5414
In the unlikely event of this equipment requiring re-
pair during the guarantee period, you will need to
provide proof of the date of purchase to the repairing
company. Please keep your invoice or receipt, which
is supplied at the time of purchase.
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A. Information on Disposal for Users (private
households)
1. In the European Union
Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment,
please do not use the ordinary dust bin!
Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated
separately and in accordance with legislation that
requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of used
electrical and electronic equipment.
Following the implementation by member states, private
households within the EU states may return their used
electrical and electronic equipment to designated
collection facilities free of charge*. In some countries*
your local retailer may also take back your old product
free of charge if you purchase a similar new one.
*) Please contact your local authority for further details.
If your used electrical or electronic equipment has
batteries or accumulators, please dispose of these
separately beforehand according to local requirements.
By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure
that the waste undergoes the necessary treatment,
recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential
negative effects on the environment and human health
which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste
handling.
2. In other Countries outside the EU
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your
local authorities and ask for the correct method of
disposal.
For Switzerland: Used electrical or electronic equipment
can be returned free of charge to the dealer, even if you
don't purchase a new product. Further collection facilities
are listed on the homepage of www.swico.ch or
www.sens.ch.
B. Information on Disposal for Business Users
1. In the European Union
If the product is used for business purposes and you
want to discard it:
Please contact your SHARP dealer who will inform you
about the take-back of the product.You might be charged
for the costs arising from take-back and recycling. Small
products (and small amounts) might be taken back by
your local collection facilities.
For Spain: Please contact the established collection
system or your local authority for take-back of your used
products.
2. In other Countries outside the EU
If you wish to discard of this product, please contact your
local authorities and ask for the correct method of
disposal.
Attention:Your prod-
uct is marked with
this symbol. It
means that used
electrical and elec-
tronic products
should not be mixed
with general house-
hold waste.There is
a separate collec-
tion system for
these products.
Information on Proper Disposal
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General Information
Special notes
WARNINGS
!The supplied AC adaptor contains no user serviceable parts.
Never remove covers unless qualified to do so. It contains dan-
gerous voltages, always remove the mains plug from the main
outlet socket before any service operation or when not in use for
a long period.
!The AC adaptor supplied with the FV-DB2E must not be used
with other equipment.
!Never use an AC adaptor other than the one specified. Other-
wise, problems or serious hazards may be created.
!To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to
dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
NOTES
!This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/
336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.
!The letters in brackets contained in the model number indicate
the colour of the product only. Operation and specifications are
unaffected.
Accessories
Please confirm that the following accessories are included.
Notes:
!Only the above accessories are included.
!The AC adaptor may be different from the one in the drawing.
Contents
Page
"General Information
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
"Preparation for Use
Power source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
General control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Changing the display brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
"DAB Operation
Listening to the DAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 - 11
Listening to DAB stations in the time shift mode . . . . . . . 12, 13
Changing the information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
"FM Operation
Listening to the FM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
"Advanced Features
Storing stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Kitchen timer operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Alarm operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 19
Sleep operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Enhancing your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
"References
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
TERMS OF GUARANTEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back cover
AC adaptor 1 "AA" size battery (UM/SUM-3,
R6, HP-7 or similar) 2
(RADPAA001SJZZ)
or
(RADPAA002SJZZ)
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Precautions
"General
!Please ensure that the equipment is positioned in a well venti-
lated area and ensure that there is at least 10 cm (4") of free
space along the sides, top and back of the equipment.
!Do not place anything on top of the unit.
!Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than
60°C (140°F) or to extremely low temperatures.
!If your unit does not work properly, disconnect the AC adaptor
from the wall socket. Plug the AC adaptor back in, and then turn
on your unit.
!Do not use an external power supply, other than the 9 V DC sup-
plied with this unit as it may be damaged.
!SHARP is not responsible for damage due to improper use. Refer
all servicing to a SHARP authorised service centre.
!No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be
placed on the apparatus.
!Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of bat-
tery disposal.
!The apparatus is designed for use in moderate climate.
!This unit should only be used within the range of 5°C - 35°C
(41°F - 95°F).
Warning:
The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this unit.
Using this product with a higher voltage other than that which is
specified is dangerous and may result in a fire or other type of acci-
dent causing damage. SHARP will not be held responsible for any
damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than that
which is specified.
"Volume control
It is advisable to avoid exposure to high volume levels. Do not turn
on the unit with the volume set to the maximum. Keep the volume
moderate when listening to music.
!Use the unit on a firm, level surface free from
vibration.
!Keep the unit away from direct sunlight,
strong magnetic fields, excessive dust,
humidity and electronic/electrical equip-
ment (home computers, facsimiles, etc.)
which generate electrical noise.
!In case of an electrical storm, unplug the
unit for safety.
10 cm (4")
10 cm (4")
10 cm (4") 10 cm (4")
!Hold the AC adaptor plug bythe head when
removing it from the wall socket, as pulling
the lead can damage internal wires.
!Do not remove the outer cover, as this
may result in electric shock. Refer inter-
nal service to your local SHARP service
facility.
!The ventilation should not be impeded by
covering the ventilation openings with
items, such as newspapers, tablecloths,
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Controls and indicators
Reference page
1.On/Stand-by Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.Preset Number Select/Time Shift Mode Buttons . . . . 12, 16
3.Time Shift Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.Preset Zone Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.Auto Tune Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6.Information Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.Band Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 15
8. Alarm Set Indicator
(illuminates in the stand-by mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
9.Menu Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 10, 19
10.Kitchen Timer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
11.Sound Mode Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
12.Clock Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 18, 20
13.Enter Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 10
14. Volume Up and Down/Tuning Up and Down/
Item Select Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8, 15
15.DAB Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
16.FM Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
17. FM Stereo Mode Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
18.Preset Zone Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
19.Preset Number Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
20.Alarm Set Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
21.Primary with Secondary Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
22.Secondary Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
23.FM Stereo Receiving Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
24.Kitchen Timer Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
25.Sleep Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
26.Time Shift Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
27.Telescopic Rod Aerial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
28.Analogue Line Output Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
29.Headphone Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
30. Battery Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
31.DC 9 V Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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MODEL NO. FV-DB2E(S)
DAB RECEIVER
9V 11W
9V , (UM/SUM-2,LR14 or "C" CELL) x 6
3V , (UM/SUM-3,R6 or "AA" CELL) x 2 (MEMORY)
FREQUENCY RANGE : FM 87.5 108 MHz
DAB 174 240 MHz
SERIAL NO.
SHARP CORPORATION
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Preparation for Use
Power source
"Inserting memory batteries
Memory batteries maintain the clock setting and preset stations for
the tuner.
Failure to install the batteries correctly will cause loss of memory
and the unit will revert to Auto Tune mode when next switched on.
Caution:
Do not use rechargeable batteries (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.).
Notes:
!If memory batteries are not inserted or low, preset stations and
the clock setting will be lost.
!Enter the power stand-by mode and connect the AC adaptor
before replacing memory batteries. Otherwise preset stations
and the clock setting will be lost.
!Replace memory batteries approximately once a year.
"Using with the main batteries
When the unit is powered by the main batteries, make sure to install
memory batteries. Otherwise preset stations, the clock setting and
DAB setting will be all lost when the main batteries run out.
Battery replacement:
When batteries are low, sound decreases or becomes distorted.
Replace the batteries with new ones.
"Using with the AC adaptor
Plug the AC adaptor into the wall socket, and then insert the plug on
the other end into the DC 9V socket.
Notes:
!Unplug the AC adaptor from the wall socket if the unit will not be
used for a prolonged period of time.
!
Connecting the AC adaptor to the unit disconnects the main batteries.
!Use only the supplied AC adaptor. Using other AC adaptor may
cause an electric shock or fire.
1Press and slide the cover
to open the battery com-
partment.
2Insert the supplied 2
"AA" size batteries (UM/
SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or simi-
lar) into the battery com-
partment.
Insertion and removal:
Push the battery toward to insert or remove.
3Close the battery compartment.
Precautions for battery use:
!
Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit to malfunction.
!Insert the batteries according to the direction indicated in the
battery compartment.
!
Remove the batteries if the unit is not to be used for long periods
of time. This will prevent potential damage due to battery leakage.
!Replace all old batteries with new ones at the same time.
!Do not mix old and new batteries.
1
2
1 Disconnect the AC adaptor, and open the battery compartment.
2Insert 6 "C" size alkaline
batteries (LR14) into the
battery compartment.
"C" size alkaline batteries (LR14) are not included.
Insertion and removal:
Push the batteries and toward to insert or remove.
3Close the battery compartment.
5
4
213
6
Wall socket
(AC 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz)
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Preparation for Use
General control
"To turn the power on
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
When turned on for the first time, the unit scans radio stations
automatically to create the station list (see page 9).
"Adjusting the volume
Move the operation lever toward VOL UP or VOL DOWN to increase
or decrease the volume.
"Adjusting the bass
1 Press the SOUND button to select "Bass".
2 Within 5 seconds, move the operation lever toward VOL UP or
VOL DOWN to adjust the bass.
"Adjusting the treble
1 Press the SOUND button to select "Treble".
2 Within 5 seconds, move the operation lever toward VOL UP or
VOL DOWN to adjust the treble.
"Checking date and time
When a DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) station is received, date
and time are set automatically.
When "No time date" appears, receive a DAB station to set date
and time.
Notes:
!If memory batteries are not inserted or low, the clock setting will
be lost. This can be avoided when the AC adaptor is connected.
The clock setting will be lost if the unit is powered only by the
main batteries and set to the power stand-by mode.
!Time is displayed in 24-hour format.
After use:
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by
mode.
Press the CLOCK button until time and date ap-
pear on the display.
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Preparation for Use / DAB Operation
Changing the display brightness
Note:
When the unit is powered only by batteries, the display turns on at
the press of any button regardless of the dimmer setting. It turns off
after 30 seconds of inactivity.
Listening to the DAB
"About DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)
Digital Audio Broadcasting is a digital transmission system where
audio signals are converted to digital signals for broadcasting.
DAB is broadcast as a group of data called multiplex (ensemble)
which may contain one or more stations (services). Each station
contains a primary service and there may be one or more second-
ary services.
This allows several programmes or services to be transmitted on a
single frequency.
1Press the MENU button repeatedly to
select "Set Dimmer".
2Within 30 seconds, press the ENTER
button.
3Within 30 seconds, move the operation
lever toward TUNING UP or TUNING
DOWN to select the display brightness.
Dimmer on: After 30 seconds of inactivity, the backlight
goes dim. Press a button to turn it backon. This
is the default setting.
Dimmer off: The backlight remains on.
4Within 30 seconds, press the ENTER button.
Aerial adjustment:
Raise and extend the telescopic
rod aerial, then adjust the posi-
tion and length for the best re-
ception.
DAB SIGNAL
MULTIPLEX
(ENSEMBLE)
SERVICES
SERVICE
COMPONENTS
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DAB Operation
"Auto tune
When turned on for the first time, the unit scans radio stations
automatically to create a station list.
!12-digit solid blocks show the progress of scan.
!The number of received stations is displayed.
After the scan:
The stations will be stored in alphanumeric order and the first station
on the list will be selected and you will hear it through the speakers.
!To listen to other stations, see "Selecting a station in the station
list" on page 10.
!You can arrange the order of stations in the station list (see page
11).
Notes:
!If no station is found, "No station" appears.
!Up to 99 appears for total received stations.
"Retuning the unit (Auto tune)
You can retune the radio when you move the unit to other areas or
add multiplex channels to the station list.
There are two Auto tune options available.
After the scan:
The unit will return to the station you were listening to and you will
hear it through the speakers. All the stations found are now stored in
the unit.
Total received stations
Autotune UK: Only the frequencies of radio stations in the UK are
scanned. This may take a few seconds.
Autotune Full: The full range of digital frequencies is scanned in
Band III. This may take a few minutes.
1Press the BAND button until "DAB" ap-
pears on the display.
2Autotune UK:
Press the AUTO TUNE button for less
than 1 second.
Autotune Full:
Hold down the AUTO TUNE button for 2
seconds or more.
You can cancel the Auto tune by pressing the AUTO TUNE but-
ton again.
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DAB Operation
Listening to the DAB (continued)
"Selecting a station in the station list
Once a DAB station is received, you can select stations in the sta-
tion list.
Note:
Inactive stations cannot be received by Auto tune ("Not available"
appears). Tune in manually by adjusting the aerial direction.
"Manual tune
You can manually store stations which Auto tune cannot find. If
reception is poor, you can adjust the sensitivity.
Manual tune is only available after Auto tune. Perform Auto tune
first.
Exiting Manual tune:
Press the ENTER button to exit manual tuning.
1Press the BAND button until "DAB" appears on the display.
2Whilst receiving a DAB station, move the operation lever
toward TUNING UP or TUNING DOWN to select the desired
station.
!The upper part of the display shows the current station
name, and the name of the station being scanned (with "
") appears in the lower part.
The current station name
The name of the station being scanned
!If a station has one or more secondary
services, " " appears after the station
name. This indicates a secondary ser-
vice is also available.
!Whilst selecting a secondary service,
" " appears before the station name.
This indicates a primary service is also
available.
3Within 30 seconds, press the ENTER button.
!Whenthe currentstationis primarywithsecondary, "P" lights
up.
!When the current station is secondary, "S" lights up.
!When the current station is primary without other services,
no indicator lights up.
1Press the BAND button until "DAB" appears on the display.
2Press the MENU button repeatedly to
select "Manual tune".
3Within 30 seconds, press the ENTER
button.
4Within 30 seconds, move the operation
lever toward TUNING UP or TUNING
DOWN to tune in to the desired station.
5Within 30 seconds, press the ENTER button.
!Reception sensitivity appears. The
white block indicates the minimum re-
quiredlevelandthesolidblocksindicate
the current level.
!If the level is below the white block,
move the rod aerial or unit to improve re-
ception. When the level reaches the
white block, a multiplex name appears
and the multiplex will be added to the
service list.

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DAB Operation
"Changing the station order
You can change the order of stations in the station list. "Adjusting the DRC value When the volume is low, adjust the DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
value to make the sound more audible (may not available for some
broadcast material).
1Press the BAND button until "DAB" appears on the display.
2Press the MENU button repeatedly to
select "Station order".
3Within 30 seconds, press the ENTER
button.
4Within 30 seconds, move the operation lever toward TUN-
ING UP or TUNING DOWN to select the desired station or-
der.
Alphanumeric:
All stations are displayed in alphanumeric order. This is the de-
fault setting.
Fav. station:
The 10 most recent stations appear as "Fav." and then appear
in alphanumeric order.
Active station:
The station list shows receivable stations and then others in al-
phanumeric order.
Multiplex:
Stations are sorted by frequency, in ascending order.
Trim stn. list:
Delete inactive stations from the list.
5Within 30 seconds, press the ENTER
button.
1Press the BAND button until "DAB" appears on the display.
2Press the MENU button repeatedly to
select "Set DRC value".
3Within 30 seconds, press the ENTER
button.
4Within 30 seconds, move the operation
lever toward TUNING UP or TUNING
DOWN to select the desired DRC value.
DRC 1: Dynamic range is controlled as set for the broad-
cast. This is the default setting.
DRC 0: DRC is off.
DRC 1/2: Dynamic range is controlled half as much as the
level set for the broadcast.
5Within 30 seconds, press the ENTER
button.
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DAB Operation
Listening to DAB stations in the time shift mode
Use these functions when you are missing your favourite music for
answering calls, etc. Received data is stored in memory, and you
can listen to the music and view the DLS (Dynamic Label Segment)
from the desired position afterwards.
These functions are available only when receiving DAB band broad-
casting.
"Rewind in the time shift mode
To cancel the rewind mode:
Press the TIME SHIFT button.
"TIME SHIFT" disappears.
The maximum storage time depends on the bit rate of the data.
!At 64 kbps: approx. 16.6 minutes
!At 80 kbps: approx. 13.3 minutes
!At 128 kbps: approx. 8.3 minutes
!At 192 kbps: approx. 5.5 minutes
Rewind Forward Playback Pause Hold
When you press theTIME SHIFT button to illuminate the
"TIME SHIFT" indicator, the function switches from preset
number mode to time shift mode.
1Whilst receiving a DAB station, press the TIME SHIFT but-
ton to enter the time shift mode.
!"TIME SHIFT" appears in the display of the unit.
!The memory stores DAB broadcasts.
2Press the or button to set to the desired time.
Release the button to start playback.
Notes:
!The memory is refreshed all the time. If full, the oldest data is re-
placed by new one.
!When recorded data is converted for playback, sound is muted for
a certain time period to prevent noise.
Time on the display indicates a difference
with the actual time.For example, "-02:30"
indicates that playback is 2 minutes and 30
seconds behind the actual time.
-2:30 0:00 (Actual time)
When you press the
button, the white block
moves to the left and time
goes back further.
When you press the
button, the white block
moves to the right and time
advances to the actual time.

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DAB Operation
"Pause in the time shift mode
To cancel the pause mode:
Press the TIME SHIFT button.
Note:
If the memory becomes full in the pause mode, playback starts
automatically from where the button was pressed. The memory is
continually refreshed.
"Hold in the time shift mode
To cancel the hold mode:
Press the TIME SHIFT button.
1Whilst receiving a DAB station, press
the TIME SHIFT button to enter the time
shift mode.
2Press the button at the desired posi-
tion.
!Sound is not heard in the pause mode.
!Elapsed time (shown as "-** : **") increases and the white
block moves to the left.
!DAB broadcasts are stored until the memory is full.
3Press the button to start playback.
Elapsed time remains the same.
1Whilst receiving a DAB station, press
the TIME SHIFT button to enter the time
shift mode.
2Press the button.
!Sound is not heard in the hold mode.
!Data in memory will be retained until the hold mode is can-
celled.
3Press the or button to select a playback position.
Release the button to start playback.
!The white block indicates the current position.
!To reverse, move the white block to the left by pressing the
button repeatedly.
!To move forward, move the white block to the right by press-
ing the button repeatedly.
!In the hold mode, you can play stored data as many times as
you want.
ForwardRewind
White block
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DAB Operation
Changing the information display
[Scrolling text]
Information scrolls across the display when sent from the station
(set by default).
You can pause, forward, or reverse scrolling text.
Pausing text scroll:
Press the ENTER button.
Forwarding/reversing text scroll:
Whilst text scroll is paused, move the operation lever toward TUN-
ING UP or TUNING DOWN. Text scrolls by one character. Hold it to
scroll through, and release to return to the pause mode.
Resuming text scroll:
Whilst text scroll is paused, press the ENTER button again.
[Programme type]
A description of the type of content being broadcast by the station.
[Multiplex name]
The name of the multiplex (ensemble) which provides the current
service.
[Channel/Frequency]
The DAB channel and frequency for the station.
[Clock time/Date]
Date and time.
[Mode]
The data transfer speed and channel type (stereo or mono) appear.
[Signal quality]
The signal quality is displayed as a number (0 - 100).
[85-100: Good 70-84: Fair 0-69: Poor]
[Sensitivity]
Sensitivity of reception.
The empty block indicates the minimum required level for reception
and the solid blocks indicate the current level.
You can switch information in the lower part of display.
Press the INFO button.
Each time the button is pressed, the information display changes in the following order.
When "Not available" appears, the INFO button does not allow you to change the display.
[Scrolling text] [Programme type] [Multiplex name] [Channel/Frequency]
[Clock time/Date]
[Mode]
[Signal quality]
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FM Operation
Listening to the FM
Notes:
!When radio interference occurs, auto scan tuning may stop auto-
matically at that point.
!Auto scan tuning will skip weak signal stations.
!To stop the auto tuning, move the operation lever toward TUNING
UP or TUNING DOWN.
To receive an FM stereo transmission:
Press the BAND button to display the "ST" indicator.
!" " will appear when an FM broadcast is in stereo.
!If the FM reception is weak, press the BAND button to extinguish
the "ST" indicator. The reception changes to monaural, and the
sound becomes clearer.
Note:
When you press the INFO button, date and time appear for approxi-
mately 5 seconds.
1Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2Press the BAND button until "FM" ap-
pears on the display.
3Move the operation lever toward TUNING UP or TUNING
DOWN to tune in to the desired station.
Manual tuning:
Move the operation lever as many times as required to tune in
to the desired station.
Auto tuning:
Hold the operation lever is down for 2 seconds or more, scan-
ning will start automatically and the tuner will stop at the first re-
ceivable broadcast station.
FM stereo mode indicator
FM stereo receiving indicator
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Advanced Features
Storing stations
"Memorising a station
You can store up to 20 DAB and FM stations (5 stations for each
zone A-D) and recall them at the press of a button.
For FM stations, stereo and mono modes are memorised.
Note:
If memory batteries are not inserted or low, preset stations will be
lost. When the AC adaptor is connected, preset stations remain
without memory batteries. Preset stations will be lost if the unit is
powered only by the main batteries and set to the power stand-by
mode.
"To recall a memorised station
Note:
If the selected preset number is empty the display shows "Preset **
empty".
"To erase entire preset memory
If the "TIME SHIFT" indicator is on the display, press the TIME
SHIFT button to turn it off.
1Tune in to the desired station (see pages 10, 15).
2Press the PRESET SELECT button repeatedly to select the
desired preset zone.
Zone A
Zone B
Zone C
Zone D
3Hold down the PRESET button (1 - 5) for
2 seconds or more to store the station
in memory.
4Repeat steps 1 - 3 to set other stations, or to change a pre-
set station.
When a new station is stored in memory, the station previously
memorised will be erased.
1Press the PRESET SELECT button repeatedly to select the
desired preset zone.
2Press the PRESET button (1 - 5) for less
than 1 second to recall a station.
1Hold down the PRESET SELECT button
for 3 seconds or more.
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Advanced Features
Kitchen timer operation
The alarm sounds after the specified time elapses.
Stopping the alarm:
Press the K-TIMER button.
To cancel the kitchen timer setting:
In the kitchen timer stand-by mode, hold down the K-TIMER button
for 2 seconds or more.
Note:
If the unit is unplugged or a power failure occurs in the kitchen timer
stand-by mode, kitchen timer setting is cancelled.
1Press the K-TIMER button repeatedly to select the desired
time.
!You can change time between 1 and 60 minutes.
!To change time by 1 minute between 1
and 60 minutes, move the operation le-
ver toward TUNING UP or TUNING
DOWN.
!When 5 seconds pass after setting the
time, the kitchen timer indicator will ap-
pear and countdown starts.
2When countdown finishes, the alarm tone sounds.
The alarm stops after approx. 10 seconds.
0 1 15 20 25 30 45 60
By 1 minute By 5 minutes By 15 minutes
0160
By 1 minute
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Advanced Features
Alarm operation
Before setting alarm:
At the set time, the alarm sounds or the radio turns on.
This unit has 2 types of alarm functions: "1-time alarm" and "daily
alarm".
1-time alarm:
1-time alarm works for one time only at a preset time.
Use when...
You want to listen to a radio programme on the day.
(After operation, the alarm setting is cancelled.)
Daily alarm:
Daily alarm works at the same preset time every day.
Use when...
You want to use the alarm as a wake up call, or listen to the radio at
the same time every day.
1When setting the alarm, connect the AC adaptor to the unit.
If batteries are the only power source, you cannot set the
alarm (see page 6).
2 If the clock is not set, the alarm setting is not available ("No
time date" appears). Receive a DAB station to set date and
time (see pages 9, 10).
1Press the CLOCK button repeatedly to
select "Set alarm ok?", then press the
ENTER button.
2Within 30 seconds, move the operation
lever toward TUNING UP or TUNING
DOWN to specify the hour to start, then
press the ENTER button.
3Within 30 seconds, move the operation
lever toward TUNING UP or TUNING
DOWN to specify the minutes to start,
then press the ENTER button.
4Within 30 seconds, move the operation
lever toward TUNING UP or TUNING
DOWN to select the desired alarm type,
then press the ENTER button.
Tone
alarm: The alarm sounds at the set time, and stops after 5
minutes. The volume gradually increases from 0 and
reaches 40 after 1 minute.
Radio
alarm: The radio turns on at the set time, and turns off after
1 hour. The volume gradually increases from 0 and
reaches the level set in step 6 after 1 minute.
5Within 30 seconds, move the operation
lever toward TUNING UP or TUNING
DOWN to select "1-time alarm" or "Daily
alarm", then press the ENTER button.
!" " appears in the display of the unit.
!The power of the unit will be still put on
(not shut off automatically).
6To use a radio programme as an alarm, tune in to a station
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Advanced Features
To cancel the alarm setting:
Press the CLOCK button until "Alarm off ok?" appears on the dis-
play, then press the ENTER button.
To reset or change the alarm setting:
Perform "Alarm operation" from the beginning (see page 18).
Notes:
!The daily alarm operates at the same time every day until the set-
ting is cancelled. Cancel the alarm when it is not in use.
!The 1-time alarm and daily alarm cannot be used at the same
time.
!With memory batteries inserted, the alarm settings remain even
after the AC adaptor is unplugged or when a power failure occurs.
If memory batteries are not inserted or run out, the settings are
deleted and the alarm is cancelled.
!In the radio alarm mode, if a selected station is not available at a
set time, the tone alarm sound is heard instead.
!The kitchen timer starts at a set time even if the alarm is set for
the same time. (The alarm remains disabled.)
"To change the snooze time
7Press the ON/STAND-BY button to the
stand-by mode.
!When you set the unit to the stand-by
mode, " " lights up at the lower left of
the display.
!When "Tone alarm" is selected, its
sound is heard at the set time even
when listening to the radio.
8At the set time, the alarm operation will start.
!The current date/time and the remaining time appear alter-
nately.
!The volume decreases 1 minute before the alarm operation
finishes.
Tone alarm:
The alarm stops after 5 minutes. If you use the snooze repeat-
edly, the alarm will be disabled after 1 hour.
Radio alarm:
The alarm will be disabled after 1 hour.
Stopping the alarm:
Press the ON/STAND-BY button.
About snooze function:
You can pause the alarm sound by pressing a
button other than the ON/STAND-BY button. In
this case, the alarm resumes after 7 minutes.
This is the default setting.
The snooze time can be changed.
The remaining time also appears.
1Press the MENU button repeatedly to
select "Set Snooze time".
2Within 30 seconds, press the ENTER button.
3Within 30 seconds, move the operation
lever toward TUNING UP or TUNING
DOWN to select the desired snooze
time.
!Select set time from 5 - 15 minutes by the minute.
!Move the operation lever once to change the time by 1
minute. Hold it to change continuously.
4Within 30 seconds, press the ENTER button.
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Advanced Features
Sleep operation
When the set time elapses, the unit turns off automatically.
Before setting sleep:
Note:
The kitchen timer starts at a set time even if the sleep operation is
set for the same time. The sleep operation starts after the kitchen
timer ends.
"To use alarm and sleep operation together
For example, you can fall asleep listening to the radio and wake up
to alarm in the next morning.
For the sleep operation, connect the AC adaptor to the unit. If
batteries are the only power source, setting is not possible
(see page 6).
1Press the CLOCK button repeatedly to
select "Set sleep".
2Within 30 seconds, move the operation
lever toward TUNING UP or TUNING
DOWN to select the desired sleep time.
!Select set time from 1 - 120 minutes by
the minute.
!Move the operation lever once to change the time by 1
minute. Hold it to change continuously.
3Within 30 seconds, press the ENTER
button.
!"SLEEP" appears in the display of the unit.
!Remaining time is displayed during the sleep operation.
!The volume gradually decreases for the last 1 minute.
4The unit will enter the power stand-by mode automatically
after the preset time has elapsed.
21 119 120
...
To cancel the sleep setting:
Press the ON/STAND-BY button whilst "SLEEP" is indicated.
To cancel the sleep operation without setting the unit to the stand-by
mode, press the CLOCK button until "Sleep off ok?" appears on the
display, then press the ENTER button.
1 Set the sleep operation (steps 1 - 3).
2 Set the alarm (steps 1 - 6, page 18).
The unit enters the power stand-by mode after the time is set for
sleep operation, and turns on at the start time of the alarm.
Sleep setting
Alarm setting
Alarm starts.Sleep operation
will automatically
stop.
Sleep
operation
starts.
Start time
1 minute - 2 hours
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