Hitachi KH335BE Instruction Manual

Hitachi KH335BE Instruction Manual

Portable dab+ / dab radio

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Instruction Manual

GB
KH335BE / KH335WE
Portable DAB+ / DAB Radio
KH335BE
KH335WE

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Instruction Manual KH335BE / KH335WE Portable DAB+ / DAB Radio KH335BE KH335WE...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT ..5 Safety Warnings ................7 Unpacking ..................9 Product Overview ................10 Front View.......................10 Side View......................10 Top View ......................11 Power Source ..................12 Battery Power ....................12 Battery Life (Approx. hours) ..............12 Knowing When to Replace the Batteries ..........12 Mains Power ....................13 Connections ..................14...
  • Page 4 FM Operation ..................21 Switching from DAB to FM Mode ............21 Auto Scan .......................21 Manual Scan ....................21 Scan Setting ....................21 Audio Setting ....................22 Presetting Stations ..................22 Recalling a Preset Station .................22 Display Modes ....................23 Maintenance ...................24 Cleaning the Unit ..................24 Hints and Tips..................25 Specifications ..................26...
  • Page 5: Some Dos And Don'ts On The Safe Use Of Equipment

    SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
  • Page 6 Used correctly, domestic batteries are a safe and dependable source of portable power. Problems can occur if they are misused or abused – resulting in leakage or, in extreme cases, re or explosion. Here are some simple guidelines to safe battery use designed to eliminate any such problems.
  • Page 7: Safety Warnings

    Safety Warnings Moisture • Read all the instructions carefully before using the unit and keep them • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock for future reference. or product damage, do not expose • Retain the manual. If you pass the unit this unit to rain, moisture, dripping onto a third party make sure to include or splashing.
  • Page 8 Mains Adapter Cable • Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight or sources of excessive heat. • Make sure the unit or unit stand is not resting on top of the mains adapter • Attention should be drawn to the cable, as the weight of the unit may environmental aspects of battery damage the cable and create a safety...
  • Page 9: Unpacking

    Thank you for purchasing your new HITACHI Portable DAB+ / DAB Radio. We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual in order that you fully understand all the operational features it offers. You will also find some hints and tips to help you resolve any issues.
  • Page 10: Product Overview

    Product Overview Front View Side View D C :6 V Button Switches the unit on or off. LCD Display Speaker Earphones Socket DC Socket...
  • Page 11: Top View

    Top View MODE MENU PRESETS INFO MODE Button PRESETS Button Switches between DAB • Presets a radio station. and FM modes. • Recalls a preset radio station. MENU Button INFO Button Displays menu screen. Displays radio station Button information. Confirms the selection Aerial on the menu screen.
  • Page 12: Power Source

    Power Source Battery Power Insert 4 × 1.5V AA batteries (not included) correctly by following the polarity (+ or –) indications in the battery compartment. Battery Life (Approx. hours) When Using Alkaline (Size AA) Knowing When to Replace the Batteries •...
  • Page 13: Mains Power

    Handling the Batteries • Improper or incorrect use of batteries may cause corrosion or battery leakage, which could cause personal injury or damage to property. • Install the batteries correctly by following the polarity (+ and –) indications in the battery compartment. • Use only the types of batteries which are indicated in this manual.
  • Page 14: Connections

    Connections Using Earphones Turn down the volume before connecting earphones. Slowly raise the volume with the earphones on until you reach your desired level. DC : 6 V Long-term exposure to loud music may cause hearing damage. It is best to avoid extreme volume when using earphones, especially for extended periods of time.
  • Page 15: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Powering ON/OFF • Press to switch the unit on. Wait for about 2 seconds. • Press again to switch the unit off. Selecting Modes Press MODE repeatedly to switch between modes (DAB or FM). Adjusting the Volume Adjust the volume to the desired level by pressing + / – . Language Press MENU and then repeatedly to select <System>.
  • Page 16: Dab Operation

    Software Version Press MENU and then repeatedly to select <System>. Press to confirm. Press repeatedly to select <SW version>. Press confirm. Press MENU to exit. DAB Operation If the unit is connected to the mains power and then switched on for the first time, the unit will automatically enter into the DAB mode and perform auto scan.
  • Page 17: Secondary Services

    To activate full scan, press MENU then to select <Full Scan>, finally press to confirm. The display will show “Scanning …” and a progressing slide bar. All the stations that have been found will be stored automatically. To explore and listen to the found stations, press and then to confirm selection.
  • Page 18: Presetting Stations

    Presetting Stations You can store up to 10 of your favourite DAB stations to the memory. This will enable you to access your favourite stations quickly and easily. To store a preset, you must first be listening to the station that you would like to save.
  • Page 19: Station Order

    Station Order To arrange the station listing in Alphanumeric or Ensemble order. Press MENU and then to select <Station order>. Press to confirm. Press to select <Alphanumeric> or <Ensemble>. Press to confirm. Prune Servers You may remove servers that are no longer used. Press MENU and then to select <Prune>.
  • Page 20 DAB – unlike normal radio, groups together several radio stations and transmits them on one frequency. Signal Strength Frequency This displays the frequency of the present station, such as “11C 220. 352 Programme Type MHz”. Signal Error This displays a number showing the Ensemble/ error rate.
  • Page 21: Fm Operation

    FM Operation Switching from DAB to FM Mode To switch the unit from DAB to FM mode, press MODE once. Auto Scan To search for an FM station, press and hold to start the auto scan. Once a station has been found, the scanning will stop automatically.
  • Page 22: Audio Setting

    Audio Setting FM is able to search for STEREO or MONO stations. Press MENU and then to select <Audio Setting>. Press to confirm. Press to select <Stereo allowed> or <Forced Mono>. Press to confirm. The unit will automatically switch between stereo and mono when <Stereo allowed>...
  • Page 23: Display Modes

    Display Modes Every time you press INFO, the display will show the following display modes. Radio Text This is a scrolling message information Radio Text about the current programme. Programme Type This describes the “style” or “genre” of Programme Type programme that is being broadcast.
  • Page 24: Maintenance

    Maintenance Cleaning the Unit Ensure the unit is fully unplugged from the mains socket before cleaning. • To clean the unit, wipe the case with a slightly moist, lint- free cloth. • Do not use any cleaning fluids containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives.
  • Page 25: Hints And Tips

    Hints and Tips Problem Solution No Sound Adjust the volume. Static Sound Signal reception is too low. Adjust the aerial or move the unit to a stronger signal location. Sound is distorted Volume is too high. Adjust the volume. Desired station not Weak signal.
  • Page 26: Specifications

    Specifications Main Unit Model KH335BE / KH335WE Battery DC 1.5 V (UM3) × 4, AA size Power Consumption Speaker Output Power 0.8 W Radio Frequency FM 87.5 – 108 MHz DAB Band III 174.928 – 239.200 MHz Dimensions 127 (L) × 57 (W) × 134 (H) mm Net weight 0.36 kg...
  • Page 28 Importer: Elkjøp, Solheimsveien 6-8, PB 153, NO 1471 Lørenskog, Norge Norge: 815 32 000 Sverige: 0771 115 115 Danmark: 70 80 70 70 Suomi: 020321321 Manufacturer: Hitachi Europe Ltd., Whitebrook Park, Lower Cookham Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 8YA U.K. IB-KH335B_WE-GB-160905V2...

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