Alba 411013 Instruction Manual

Alba 411013 Instruction Manual

Mono dab/fm radio

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Mono DAB/FM Radio

Instruction manual

411012 / 411013 / 411014 / 411015

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Mono DAB/FM Radio Instruction manual 411012 / 411013 / 411014 / 411015...
  • Page 2 You’ll soon be up and running Looking forward to your new Alba Mono DAB/FM Radio? Great. Then let’s get you started. Just follow this simple step-by-step guide and you’ll be good to go. Help and Guidance We’re here to help you get the most from your Mono DAB/FM Radio. Should you require any guidance, a simple solution can often be found online at: www.argos-support.co.uk...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information Safety information Getting to know your Mono DAB/FM Radio Ready? Let’s begin Positioning your Mono DAB/FM Radio Power connection Inserting the batteries (optional) Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Telescopic aerial Switch on Adjusting the volume Change the mode Time and date Using headphones DAB Radio mode...
  • Page 4 Contents Audio mode Storing an FM station preset Tune to an FM station preset FM display information Setting the alarm Stop the Alarm Snooze Turn off the Alarm Sleep timer Cancel the Sleep timer Display backlight timeout Display language Other information Software version Factory reset Technical specification...
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  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Safety information...
  • Page 8: General Safety Information

    Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating General safety information • Keep the product and all its parts out of reach of small children. • This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
  • Page 9 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating • The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited. • Remove the batteries from the Radio if they will not be used for an extended period of time.
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  • Page 11: Getting To Know Your Mono Dab/Fm Radio

    Getting to know your Mono DAB/ FM Radio...
  • Page 12: Ready? Let's Begin

    Getting to know your Mono DAB/FM Radio You’ll be up and running in no time Ready? Let’s begin... Please read these instructions carefully. They contain important information which will help you get the best from your product and ensure safe and correct installation and operation.
  • Page 13 Getting to know your Mono DAB/FM Radio You’ll be up and running in no time 1. Telescopic radio aerial • In the Menu: Move through the Menu options 2. Battery compartment • Long press: 3. Power On/Off switch • In FM mode: Scan down the 4.
  • Page 14: Positioning Your Mono Dab/Fm Radio

    Getting to know your Mono DAB/FM Radio You’ll be up and running in no time Positioning your Mono DAB/FM Radio Please consider carefully in advance where your Radio will be situated and make sure that it is: • on a flat and stable surface •...
  • Page 15: Inserting The Batteries (Optional)

    Getting to know your Mono DAB/FM Radio You’ll be up and running in no time Inserting the batteries (optional) 1. Before installing the batteries (not included) please ensure that the radio is switched off (slide the power switch on the back to Off) and is unplugged from the mains power supply.
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  • Page 17: Using Your Mono Dab/Fm Radio

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio...
  • Page 18: Telescopic Aerial

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Telescopic aerial Please make sure that the aerial is fully extended before you switch on your radio and attempt to tune to a DAB station (a vertical position is recommended). This will ensure that the maximum signal strength is available when the radio begins to scan.
  • Page 19: Time And Date

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Time and date The first time you listen to DAB radio, the time and date of your product will be synchronised automatically to that broadcast by the DAB service in 24 hour mode; which is in line with daylight saving, so there is no need to set the time and date manually.
  • Page 20: Using Headphones

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Using headphones You can connect headphones with a 3.5mm plug (not included) to your radio. The stereo headphone socket can be found on the back of the radio at the bottom. When you have headphones connected the radio speakers are switched off and all sound is via the headphones.
  • Page 21: Prune Dab Stations

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started In DAB mode: 1. Press and release the ‘Scan’ button to begin a search for stations. The display will change to ‘Scanning...’ . A progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the number of stations found during the scan will also be displayed.
  • Page 22: Tune To A Dab Station Preset

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Tune to a DAB station preset In DAB mode: 1. Press and release the Preset button. Preset Recall <1:> is displayed together with the name or frequency of the station stored there, or (Empty) if no previous station has been stored.
  • Page 23: Dynamic Range Control (Drc)

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started • Signal information - The data rate at which the signal is being transmitted. • Time and date - supplied by the broadcaster. 1. Repeatedly press and release the Menu/Info button to cycle through the different information options.
  • Page 24: Fm Radio Mode

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started FM Radio mode If you are not already in FM mode, press and release the Mode button to go to FM mode (check the display). If you were listening to an FM station when you switched the Radio off then this station will be automatically selected when you switch the Radio back on.
  • Page 25: Audio Mode

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Audio mode The radio will automatically switch between Stereo and Mono, depending on the quality of the signal being received but you can override this function and manually switch between ‘Forced Mono’ and ‘Stereo Allowed’ . Note: As this is a Mono radio, you may wish to only select the ‘Stereo Allowed’...
  • Page 26: Tune To An Fm Station Preset

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Tune to an FM station preset In FM mode: 1. Press and release the Preset button. Preset Recall <1:> is displayed together with the name or frequency of the station stored there, or (Empty) if no previous station has been stored.
  • Page 27: Setting The Alarm

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Setting the alarm Note: Check that the radio has the correct time and date before you set an alarm. With your radio switched on (not in Standby mode): 1. Press and release the Alarm button. 2.
  • Page 28: Stop The Alarm

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started 10. Press and release the Prev or Next buttons to set the volume for your alarm. Press and release the Select button. Note: Remember to set the alarm radio volume to one that will wake you. The alarm volume will increase progressively until it reaches the alarm volume you have set.
  • Page 29: Turn Off The Alarm

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Turn off the Alarm Follow the steps for ‘Setting an Alarm’ and select ‘Off’ in step 11. In Standby mode you can press and release the Alarm button to turn Alarm 1 and Alarm 2 On or Off.
  • Page 30: Cancel The Sleep Timer

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Cancel the Sleep timer With your radio switched on (not in Standby mode): 1. Press and hold the Menu/Info button to enter the menu options. 2. Press and release the Prev or Next buttons to scroll to <System>. Press and release the Select button.
  • Page 31: Display Language

    Using your Mono DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Display language You can change the display language of your radio, there are 4 options available; English, French, German and Italian. An ‘*’ will be displayed next to the current setting. With your radio switched on (not in Standby mode): 1.
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  • Page 33: Other Information

    Other information...
  • Page 34: Software Version

    Other information Helpful technical information Software version You can check the software version of your radio. With your radio switched on (not in Standby mode): 1. Press and hold the Menu/Info button to enter the menu options 2. Press and release the Prev or Next buttons to scroll to <System>. Press and release the Select button.
  • Page 35: Technical Specification

    Other information Helpful technical information 5. Restarting... will be displayed. After a few seconds the display will change to Welcome to Digital Radio and will then go to Standby mode. When you next power on your radio from Standby mode, it will begin an automatic scan for DAB stations. A progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the number of stations found during the scan will also be displayed.
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  • Page 37: Product Support

    Product support...
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Product support Help is always at hand Troubleshooting No sound / power: • Adjust the volume • Check that the mains power wall socket is switched on and the power switch on the back of the radio is On. Press and release the Power button on the top of the radio. •...
  • Page 39: Help And Assistance

    Product support Help is always at hand Help and assistance If you require any technical guidance or find that your Mono DAB/FM Radio is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions or online at www.argos-support.co.uk If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021*.
  • Page 40: Disposal

    Product support Help is always at hand Disposal • This product should not be treated as normal household waste and it should be recycled. Please take it to your nearest collection facility or for further details contact your local council or visit www.recycle-more.co.uk •...
  • Page 41: Guarantee

    • Specifications are subject to change without notice. • Alba disclaim any liability for loss or damage arising from the breakdown of the product. • This guarantee is in addition to and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights.
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  • Page 44 Contact: www.argos-support.co.uk Helpline: 0345 600 3021...

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