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- Page 1 Pocket DAB Radio Instruction manual HD-716...
- Page 2 You’ll soon be up and running Looking forward to your new Alba Pocket DAB 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 Pocket DAB Radio. Should you require any guidance, a simple solution can often be found online at: www.argos-support.co.uk...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety information Power source Moisture and water Heat sources and flames Ventilation General safety information Care and cleaning Getting to know your Pocket DAB Radio Ready? Let’s begin... Check the package contents Charging the battery Check the battery status Switch on Switch off Time and date... - Page 4 Tuning to an FM station Changing the scan setting Audio mode Storing an FM station preset Tune to an FM station preset FM display information System menu options Other information Technical specification Product support Troubleshooting Help and assistance Disposal Your Alba Guarantee...
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Page 7: Safety Information
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Page 8: Power Source
Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating Power source • Only use the USB cable that came with the product. Using an unauthorised cable will invalidate your guarantee and may irrecoverably damage the product. •... -
Page 9: 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 10 This page is left intentionally blank...
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Page 11: Getting To Know Your Pocket Dab Radio
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Page 12: Ready? Let's Begin
Getting to know your Pocket DAB 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 Pocket DAB Radio You’ll be up and running in no time 1. Headphone socket 6. Volume + 2. USB charging socket 7. Display 3. On/Off switch 8. Tune - 4. Tune + 9. Volume - 5. Menu/Select 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.
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Page 14: Check The Package Contents
Getting to know your Pocket DAB Radio You’ll be up and running in no time Check the package contents The package contains: • 1 x ALBA Pocket DAB Radio • 1 x Earphones • 1 x USB charging cable •... -
Page 15: Check The Battery Status
Getting to know your Pocket DAB Radio You’ll be up and running in no time Check the battery status With the USB cable unplugged and the product switched on, you can check the battery status % at any time. 1. Press and release the ‘Menu/Select’ button until the battery charge status information is displayed e.g.: Battery 25. -
Page 16: Time And Date
Getting to know your Pocket DAB Radio You’ll be up and running in no time 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 17 This page is left intentionally blank 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.
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Page 19: Using Your Pocket Dab Radio
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Page 20: Using The Dab Radio
Using your Pocket DAB Radio Let’s get started Using the DAB radio Check that your Radio is in DAB mode. The first time you use the pocket radio or if the station list is empty, your radio will automatically begin to scan for DAB radio stations. A progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the number of stations found during the scan will also be displayed. -
Page 21: Prune Dab Stations
Using your Pocket DAB Radio Let’s get started 3. Press and release the Menu/Select button. ‘Scanning…’ will be displayed and a progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the number of stations found during the scan will also be displayed. Prune DAB stations You can remove the DAB stations in the station list that cannot be received in your area. -
Page 22: Tune To A Dab Station Preset
Using your Pocket DAB Radio Let’s get started Tune to a DAB station preset In DAB mode: 1. Press and hold the Menu/Select button to enter the menu. ‘<Switch To FM>’ is displayed. 2. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll to ‘<Preset Recall>’ . Press and release the Menu/Select button. - Page 23 Using your Pocket DAB Radio Let’s get started Program Type (PTY) Such as ‘Rock’ , ‘Pop‘ , Talk’ or ‘News’ Multiplex Name Displays the broadcasting area and collection of radio stations on this frequency e.g.: BBC National DAB, Digital 1 Network. Channel and Frequency e.g.: 12B 225.648 MHz Signal error...
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Page 24: Using The Fm Radio
Using your Pocket DAB Radio Let’s get started Dynamic range control (DRC) In DAB mode: The dynamic range for each radio programme is set by the broadcaster for each radio station and may be different for the types of programme broadcast, such as pop or classical music or a chat show. -
Page 25: Tuning To An Fm Station
Using your Pocket DAB Radio Let’s get started Tuning to an FM station Note: Plug the earphones supplied into the headphone socket on the end of the pocket radio. The earphones also work as the radio aerial and so these need to be connected when you scan for FM radio stations. -
Page 26: Audio Mode
Using your Pocket DAB 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 ‘Stereo’ and ‘Mono’ . 1. -
Page 27: Tune To An Fm Station Preset
Using your Pocket DAB Radio Let’s get started Tune to an FM station preset In FM mode: 1. Press and hold the Menu/Select button to enter the menu. ‘<Switch To DAB>’ is displayed. 2. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll to ‘<Preset Recall>’ . Press and release the Menu/Select button. -
Page 28: System Menu Options
Using your Pocket DAB 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 ‘Stereo’ and ‘Mono’ . Please refer to ‘Audio Mode’ on page 26. Pocket radio battery charge level Battery 100 indicates a full charge. - Page 29 Using your Pocket DAB Radio Let’s get started <Set 12/24 hour> to choose between a 12 or 24 hour clock display <Set date format>to choose between a DD-MM-YYYY or MM-DD-YYYY date display. <Backlight> <Timeout> 10 sec, 20 sec, 30 sec, 45 sec, 60 sec, 90 sec, 120 sec, 180 sec and permanently ‘On’...
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Page 31: Other Information
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Page 32: Technical Specification
Other information Helpful technical information Technical specification Micro USB charging socket: Input DC 5V 1A Headphone socket: 3.5mm Frequency range: DAB: Band III, 174 MHz to 240 MHz FM: 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz Integral rechargeable lithium battery: 3.7V 1050 mAh This product is intended for use within the UK. - Page 33 This page is left intentionally blank 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.
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Page 35: Product Support
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Page 36: Troubleshooting
Product support Help is always at hand Troubleshooting If you are experiencing problems with your pocket DAB radio, there are some quick and easy checks that you can do, which may help to solve the problem. No sound / power: Adjust the volume using the Volume + button. -
Page 37: Help And Assistance
Product support Help is always at hand Help and assistance If you require any technical guidance or find that your Pocket DAB 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 38: Disposal
Product support Help is always at hand Disposal • Disposal of your old product. Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused • When this crossed out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC. -
Page 39: Your Alba 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. - Page 40 Contact: www.argos-support.co.uk Helpline: 0345 600 3021...