Sandstrom SDABXRL13 Instruction Manual

Sandstrom SDABXRL13 Instruction Manual

Portable wireless dab radio

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Instruction Manual

Portable Wireless
DAB Radio
SDABXRL13
SDABXRL13_IB.indd 1
08/04/2013 10:30

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Instruction Manual Portable Wireless DAB Radio SDABXRL13 SDABXRL13_IB.indd 1 08/04/2013 10:30...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents ...........1 Earphones ..........15 Connecting Earphones......15 Safety Warnings ........2 Listening to Earphones ......15 Introduction ..........3 Function Menu ........16 Features ............3 Opening the Function Menu....16 Controls and Connections .......4 Browsing the Functions Available ..16 Front View ............4 Function Menu Map .........17 Back View............
  • Page 4: Safety Warnings

    Safety Warnings Ventilation • Read all the instructions carefully before using the unit and keep them for future • To prevent the risk of electric shock or reference. fire hazard due to overheating, ensure • Retain the manual. If you pass the unit that curtains and other materials do not onto a third party make sure to include obstruct the ventilation vents.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Safety Warnings Supervision CAUTION • Children should be supervised to ensure RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK that they do not play with the unit. DO NOT OPEN • Never let anyone especially children push anything into the holes, slots or any other The lightning fl ash with arrowhead openings in the case - this could result in a symbol, within an equilateral...
  • Page 6: Controls And Connections

    Controls and Connections FRONT VIEW 1. Handle 9. /, Button 2. MODE button When playing a Bluetooth source. Plays/ pauses/resumes playback. Selects between DAB, FM, AUX and Bluetooth modes. 10. SCROLL/SELECT dial 3. INFO button Station selection and tuning control. Changes the information display.
  • Page 7: Back View

    Controls and Connections BACK VIEW 1. DAB/FM Aerial 4. DC IN Socket Always fully extend the aerial when Connect the AC adapter to this socket listening to the radio. when using mains power. 2. Earphones Socket 5. Diagnostic Port Socket Connect headphones or earphones to this For service engineers use only.
  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting Started Unpacking DAB/FM Aerial Remove all packaging from the unit. Retain Always unclip and fully extend the aerial the packaging. If you dispose of it please when listening to DAB or FM radio. do so according to local regulations. The aerial has a swivel base so can be set to These items are included: diff erent angles for best reception.
  • Page 9: Mains Power

    Getting Started Mains Power Fitting Batteries This unit is designed only to operate with You can fi t batteries (not supplied) to your the supplied AC adapter. radio for portable operation. Connecting the radio to any other power • Press the battery cover catches source may damage it.
  • Page 10: First Time Use

    First Time Use Initial Scan Setting the Clock Automatically When your radio is switched on from Standby for the fi rst time it will scan the The time and date are set automatically DAB band, searching for usable stations. from DAB station information. These will be stored alphanumerically.
  • Page 11: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Mode Select Volume Control Press MODE repeatedly to switch Turn the VOLUME dial to adjust the • • between DAB, FM, AUX IN and volume to the level you want. Bluetooth modes. The volume level will be displayed on a Each mode will be displayed in turn.
  • Page 12: Dab Display Modes

    DAB Display Modes The bottom line of the DAB radio display is DLS (Dynamic Label Segment) the information display. 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.
  • Page 13: Listening To Fm Radio

    Listening to FM Radio Manual Tuning • Press MODE repeatedly until ‘FM Mode’ is displayed. Turn the SCROLL/SELECT dial to tune • The radio will tune to the last station played. in frequency steps of 50kHz. The station frequency and scrolling Turn the dial clockwise to tune up the information text will be displayed.
  • Page 14: Fm Display Modes

    FM Display Modes The bottom line of the FM radio display is Radio Text also an information display. The broadcaster can include a scrolling text that displays information about the current programme. Programme Type This describes the “Style” or “Genre” of music that is being broadcast e.g.
  • Page 15: Dab And Fm Station Presets

    DAB and FM Station Presets Recalling a Preset Station You can store up to 10 of your favourite stations as presets on both the DAB and FM Press PRESET • bands. This will enable you to access your favourite stations quickly and easily. Saving Preset Stations •...
  • Page 16: Bluetooth

    The source will now scan for other Bluetooth devices and should fi nd the radio, identifi ed Playback Control as ‘SDABXRL13’ . Once your source is playing you can • Choose to pair with this. control some of the functions from your If the device features Bluetooth technology radio.
  • Page 17: Aux In

    AUX In You can play your personal music player or laptop computer through your radio by connecting the headphone or line output to your the AUX In socket on the back of your radio. Always make sure the unit is switched off at the mains before making any connections.
  • Page 18: Function Menu

    Function Menu Browsing the Functions Your radio includes additional functions that you can access via the Function Menu. Available Opening the Function Menu • Turn the SCROLL/SELECT dial. Press MENU. The function options will scroll across the • display. The display will switch to show the Function The functions available will depend on the menu options on the bottom line of the mode selected.
  • Page 19: Function Menu Map

    Function Menu Map Station list Full scan Manual scan Scan setting Prune Audio setting Sleep Alarm Equaliser Time Backlight Language Factory reset Software upgrade Software version SDABXRL13_IB.indd 17 08/04/2013 10:30...
  • Page 20: Dab Mode Menu Functions

    DAB Mode Menu Functions Manual Scan These menu functions are only available when the radio is set to DAB mode. This function is for advanced users only - stations are selected from the station list. Station List Manual scan enables you to tune to each •...
  • Page 21: Fm Mode Menu Functions

    FM Mode Menu Functions These menu functions are only available when the radio is set to FM mode. Scan Setting You can set the FM scan setting to stop scanning on ‘All Stations’ found or ‘Strong Stations’ only. • Select this option to change the scan setting.
  • Page 22: All Mode Menu Functions

    All Mode Menu Functions Alarm These menu functions are available in all modes. Your radio includes dual alarms. You can set either or both to wake you at set times. Sleep Alarm settings cannot be changed when This function allows you to programme the the unit is set to Standby.
  • Page 23 All Mode Menu Functions Alarm time: Preset: Turn the SCROLL/SELECT dial to set the Press the SCROLL/SELECT dial to • • alarm hour. confirm Last listened. Press the SCROLL/SELECT dial to • The Alarm Repeat screen will be displayed. confirm the setting. Repeat: Turn the SCROLL/SELECT dial to set the •...
  • Page 24: When The Alarm Sounds

    All Mode Menu Functions When the alarm sounds: Date: When the alarm sounds, you can - • Press the SCROLL/SELECT dial repeatedly to set a Snooze time. Turn the SCROLL/SELECT dial to set the • Alarm day. Press the SCROLL/SELECT dial to •...
  • Page 25: Equaliser

    All Mode Menu Functions Equaliser Backlight The Equaliser function enables you to The backlight setting enables you to change Treble and Bass settings. change the display brightness. • Select the ‘Equaliser’ option from the • Select the ‘Backlight’ option from the menu.
  • Page 26: Maintenance

    • Disconnect AC power or remove the batteries. Wait 10 seconds. Re-connect AC power or re-fi t the batteries. Specifi cations Model SDABXRL13 Power supply 100-240 V~ 50/60 Hz DC Power in 9 V, 1 A Radio frequency range DAB 174-240 MHz FM 87.5-108 MHz...
  • Page 27 For general information about this appliance and handy hints and tips, please visit www.knowhow.com/knowledgebank or call 0844 5611234. Visit Partmaster.co.uk today for the easiest way to buy electrical spares and accessories. With over 1 million spares and accessories available we can deliver direct to your door the very next day. Visit www.partmaster. co.uk or call 0844 800 3456 (UK customers only) Calls charged at National Rate.
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