Contents Contents ... 2 Controls ... 3-6 Batteries ... 7 Disabling the buttons ... 8 Switching on and setting the time zone ... 8 Setting the local time ... 9 Setting Summer Time ... 9 Switching between local time and GMT ... 10 Shortwave radio reception ...
OVERVIEW Controls - Front 1. Display 2. Time Set 3. Alarm Set 4. 12/24 Hour 5. H/W Summer If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :- 020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri) 6. On/Off Sleep 11. Time Zone Dial 7.
Batteries 1. Batteries should be replaced when the Battery Level icon shows low. 2. Press the On/Off Sleep button to switch the radio off before replacing the batteries. 3. Open the battery cover located on the underside of your receiver by pressing down and lifting the battery cover.
Disabling the buttons The Lock button is used to prevent unintentional operation of your receiver. 1. Press the Lock button to disable the buttons on the receiver. The Key icon will be shown in the top display panel. This will prevent accidental operation when your receiver is packed in a suitcase or travel bag.
Setting the local time 1. After setting the time zone the bottom screen will flash the default time setting, 12:00 and the Home icon the local time later, press and hold the Time Set button until the time flashes in the bottom display. 2.
Switching between local time and GMT 1. Press the H/W Summer button to switch between local time and GMT. 2. The displays will swap over the time settings. 3. Press the H/W Summer button again to return the displays. Short wave radio reception Your World Receiver can receive signals in a number of wavebands.
Listening to the radio 1. Switch on your receiver by pressing the ON/OFF Sleep button. 2. The receiver will automatically tune in to the last radio station selected. 3. The radio frequency and waveband information will show in the top display.
Setting the alarm time The alarm is always set in local time, with the Home icon 1. Press the Alarm button. The Alarm icon display for a few seconds before returning to the clock display. 2. While the Alarm icon is flashing, press the Alarm button again to select the buzzer alarm mode.
Setting the alarm to buzzer 1. Set the alarm time as previously described. 2. Press the Alarm button. The Alarm icon display for a few seconds before returning to the clock display. 3. While the Alarm icon is flashing, press the Alarm button again to select the buzzer alarm mode.
Setting the alarm to radio 1. Set the alarm time as previously described. 2. Press the On/Off Sleep button to turn the radio on. 3. Select the required waveband using the Waveband switch and make sure that a station is tuned in. 4.
Checking the alarm time 1. Press the Alarm Set button. 2. The alarm time will appear in the bottom display for a few seconds, before reverting to the clock display. Snooze control 1. The buzzer or radio alarm can be silenced for five minutes by pressing the Snooze Light button.
Sleep timer 1. Radio playback can be set to switch off automatically after a preset time has elapsed. 2. Press the On/Off Sleep button to switch the radio on. 3. To set the Sleep Timer press and hold the On/Off Sleep button. After a few seconds the first sleep time and the Sleep icon appear on the top display.
Reset The Reset function will erase all settings and return the receiver to its original state. 1. Press the Reset button on the underside of the receiver using an implement such as a paperclip. Headphones A 3.5 mm Headphone Socket located on the left side of the unit is provided for use with either headphones or an earpiece.
In the event that it is not possible to return the instrument to the Roberts' dealer from whom it was purchased, please contact Roberts Radio Technical Services department at the address shown on the rear of this manual before taking further action.
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