Sony XDR-M1 Operating Instructions

2-590-122-12(1)
DAB/FM DIGITAL RADIO
Operating Instructions
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MB
DAB FM
POWER
AUTO OFF
HOLD
LIGHT Headphone
jack
FM SENS VOL (Volume)
DX/LOCAL
DC IN 4.5 V
The VOL + button has a tactile dot.
MENU
ENTER/
SC
FAVOURITE
A B
LR6 (size AA) × 2
1
2
Insert the E side of the battery first.
C
To wall outlet
to DC IN 4.5V
AC power adaptor (supplied)
D E
Headphone jack
VOL
(Volume)
Remote control with
headphones
Using House Current
WARNING
(See fig. C)
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
Connect the Sony AC power adaptor (supplied) to the
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
DC IN 4.5 V jack firmly, and plug it into a wall outlet.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
Notes on the AC power adaptor
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
• When operating the unit with the internal batteries,
personnel only.
remove the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such
and the DC IN 4.5 V jack. Make sure that the plug
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
of the external power source is disconnected before
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects
operating the unit.
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
• Use the supplied Sony AC power adaptor only. The
polarity of the plugs of other manufacturers may be
different. Failure to use the supplied AC power

Features

adaptor may cause the unit to malfunction.
• DAB (Band III)/ FM bands digital radio.
• Full dot large LCD screen allows easy access, easy
navigation.
• Favourite Folder (40 presets).
• Stereo headphones with remote control supplied.

Setting the clock

Choosing Power "--:--" appears in the display when the batteries are
installed or the AC power adaptor is plugged, and
Source
then POWER (or MENU) is pressed in for the first
time after purchase or after resetting.
Installing Batteries (See
1
fig. A)
2
1
Open the battery compartment at the rear of
the unit.
2
Install two LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries
(not supplied), observing polarity, and then
close the lid.
Battery Life (Approx. hours) (JEITA*)
3
When using DAB FM
Sony alkaline LR6 (size AA) 9 40
4
* Measured by JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries Association)
standards. The actual battery life may vary
depending on the circumstance of the unit.
Tips
• To set the current time rapidly, hold down v (up) or
Knowing when to replace the
V (down).
• To set the current time exactly to the seconds, adjust
batteries
the minute function in step 4 and then press
When the batteries become weak, the sound becomes ENTER/SC to synchronize it with a time signal
weak and distorted.
(such as the telephone time signal).
When the batteries are completely exhausted, "E"
• The clock system varies depending on the model
appears on the display and the power is turned off.
purchased. For example, in the 24-hour system,
When "E" appears, replace both batteries with new
"0:00" is indicated as midnight, and "12:00" is
ones. After the batteries are replaced, press POWER
indicated as noon.
to turn the indication off.
Notes
DAB/
Notes on replacing the batteries • If you do not operate within 65 seconds while
FM
• Do not take more than about 10 minutes to replace setting the clock, the clock setting mode will be
the batteries, otherwise the clock, any lists of cancelled.
receivable broadcasts for DAB scan, preset favourite
• To cancel the clock setting mode halfway, press
stations and all settings will be initialized. Should MENU.
that happen, set the functions again.
• If the batteries are replaced while the power is on,
INFO
the unit may revert to the factory setting.
Initial setting for
Notes on batteries the DAB
• Do not attempt to recharge dry batteries.
When the DAB band is selected for the first time, the
• Do not carry batteries with coins or other metallic
unit will automatically scan and create a list of
objects. It can generate heat if the positive and
receivable broadcasts.
negative terminals of the batteries are accidentally
If you wish to scan for the DAB broadcasts again, or
contacted by a metallic object.
when the unit reset, do the following:
• If you are not going to use the unit for a long time,
remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery 1
leakage and corrosion.
• Do not use different types of batteries at the same
2
time.
3
• When you replace the batteries, replace all with new
4
ones.
5
If the battery compartment lid
comes off (See fig. B)
The battery compartment lid is designed to come off
when opened with excessive force. To put it back on,
see the illustration.
1 Insert the right hinge of the lid into the right
hole of the unit.
2 Insert the left hinge in the left hole of the
unit.
Notes
• If you do not operate within 65 seconds, the menu
mode will be cancelled.
• If no broadcasts are found by the DAB scan,
"< NO ENSEMBLE >" appears in the display.
• To cancel the DAB scan halfway, press MENU. Any
services received before you cancel are added to the
list of receivable services.
• If the batteries replaced for a while, the receiving
history list are deleted. In this case, scan again.
HOLD
POWER
Improving the
Reception
(See fig. D)
DAB BAND-III/FM:
The headphones cord serves as the antenna, so extend
it as long as possible.
Operating the
Radio
The unit can receive DAB services and FM stations,
both of which feature FAVOURITE and MANUAL
modes - DAB services also features a NORMAL
mode.
FAVOURITE: To select your favourite stored
services/stations. (See "Presetting your favourite
services or stations.")
MANUAL: To adjust the frequency incrementally.
NORMAL: To select any of the stored services.
— Manual tuning
1
Press POWER to turn on the radio.
Press MENU to show the menu display.
When the unit is turned on again, the last band
Press v (up) or V (down) to select
you listened to is received.
"TIME SET" and press ENTER/SC. 2
Press DAB/FM repeatedly to select the
The hour indication is highlighted. desired band.
Each press changes the band as follows:
[[TIME SET]
DAB FM
PM 12:00
Manual mode:
1 Press MENU to show the menu display.
Press v (up) or V (down) to set the hour,
2 Press v (up) or V (down) to select "MODE",
and then press ENTER/SC.
then press ENTER/SC.
The minute indication is highlighted.
3 Press v (up) or V (down) to select "MANUAL",
Press v (up) or V (down) to set the minute,
then press ENTER/SC.
then press ENTER/SC.
The clock starts operating, and ":" starts blinking.
[[MODE]
FAVOURITE
MANUAL
"MAN" appears in the display.
Normal mode:
1 Do steps 1 and 2, as you would for manual
mode.
2 Press v (up) or V (down) to select "NORMAL",
then press ENTER/SC.
[[MODE]
NORMAL
FAVOURITE
MANUAL
"NOR" appears in the display.
3
Press v (up) or V (down) to tune to the
desired service or station.
Two short beeps sound when the lowest ensemble
of DAB or the minimum frequency of FM is
received during tuning.
4
Adjust the volume using VOL +/–.
Tip
You can adjust the volume in 32 steps. The volume
increases as the slider is moved towards the right.
Extend the headphone cord with the remote
VOLUME
16
control as long as possible.
Press POWER to turn on the radio.
Press DAB/FM to select the DAB band.
Notes in FM usage
Press MENU. • When you press v (up) or V (down), the frequency
changes one step at a time.
Press v (up) or V (down) to select "SCAN"
• The channel step is set to 0.05 MHz on FM.
and press ENTER/SC.
No sound will be heard, and "<SCANNING>"
Notes in DAB usage
appears in the display. DAB scan takes about
• Before receiving DAB broadcasts, one or more
30 ~ 90 seconds. When finished, the unit receives
ensembles should be stored in the list by the DAB
the first service of the lowest ensemble stored by scan. (See "Initial setting for the DAB".)
the DAB scan. • "<WAITING>" appears in the display when the unit
is tuned in to an ensemble.
• "<NO SERVICE>" appears when the selected service
<SCANNING...>
NOR is not being broadcast.
• "<NO ENSEMBLE>" appears when the ensemble for
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the selected service cannot be received.
ENSEMBLE
NOR SERVICE LABEL
<NO ENSEMBLE>
• If a selected service finishes broadcasting, sound
stops and "<NO SERVICE>" appears. In this case,
press v (up) or V (down) to select another service.
NOR
<NO ENSEMBLE>
About the SC (Secondary To adjust the LCD contrast
Component)
You can adjust the display between 15 different
contrast levels.
If the selected primary component has a secondary
1
component, "SC" blinks on the display. Press MENU.
2 Press v (up) or V (down) to select
"CONTRAST". Press ENTER/SC.
DAB ENSEMBLE ONE
NOR ALPHA1 RADIO
"CONTRAST" and "x" appear in the display. To
SC Pop Music
European equities we increase contrast, move "x" to the right.
Press ENTER/SC to receive the desired secondary
component. "SC" appears while the secondary
[[CONTRAST]
component is received.
L H
Pressing v (up) or V (down) or ENTER/SC does the
3
Press v (up) or V (down) to adjust contrast,
following:
and press ENTER/SC.
v (up) or V (down)
Ensemble To illuminate the LCD
Service 1 Press LIGHT.
Component The backlight will turn off automatically if no
operation is performed for 5 seconds.
Service 2
Component
Presetting your
Service 3 ENTER/SC
favourite services
Component
Secondary Component
or stations
Service 4
— Favourite mode
Component
You can preset 20 services in DAB and 20 stations in
Secondary Component A
FM.
Secondary Component B
Presetting services or stations
1
Follow steps 1 to 3 in "Operating the
Note
radio" and manually tune in to the
When the selected secondary component is finished,
broadcast you wish to preset.
the unit returns automatically to the primary
component. 2
Press MENU.
3
Press v (up) or V (down) to select
"FAVOURITE" and press ENTER/SC.
Other useful
4
Press v (up) or V (down) to select "SAVE",
functions
then press ENTER/SC.
The service or station is stored. (DAB services are
To obtain Powerful Bass Sound
stored with a service label.) The display will
1 change from "MAN" or "NOR" to "FAV".
Press MENU while the power is on.
2
Press v (up) or V (down) to select Tip
After step 1, you can skip step 2 and 3, and proceed
"MEGA BASS" and press ENTER/SC.
to step 4 with holding down ENTER/SC for more
"ON" or "OFF" is highlighted. The factory setting
than 2 seconds.
is "ON".
3
Press v (up) or V (down) to select "ON", Note
If you select "SAVE" in step 4 with 20 stations and 20
then press ENTER/SC. " MB " appears in
services already stored, <FAVOURITE FULL> will
the display.
appear in the display; delete any unnecessary ones
before saving.
To cancel the MEGA BASS function, select
"OFF" in step 3. " MB " disappears.
[[[FAVOURITE SAVE]
1.NORMAL
To improve programme <FAVOURITE FULL>
reception
Set FM SENS to LOCAL if interference is prevalent
Deleting from the Favourite
when radio signal strength is too high.
Folder
Under normal conditions, set to DX.
1
Tune in to the band you wish to delete.
Auto Power Off Function
2 Press MENU.
You can use the Auto Power Off function so that the 3
Press v (up) or V (down) to select
radio turns off automatically after a set time. The
"FAVOURITE" and press ENTER/SC.
factory setting is "OFF."
4
Press v (up) or V (down) to select
1
Press MENU.
"DELETE", then press ENTER/SC.
2
Press v (up) or V (down) to select
The stored favourite list appears in the display.
"AUTO OFF" and press ENTER/SC.
5
Press v (up) or V (down) to select the
The current setting time is highlighted.
desired service or station, then press
3
Press v (up) or V (down) to select the
ENTER/SC.
desired time, then press ENTER/SC.
When the favourite is deleted, the preceding
" AUTO OFF " appears in the display.
favourite is received.
Each time you press v (up) or V (down), the time
Note
changes as follows:
When a secondary service is stored in the Favourite
folder, it is displayed with "*" on the leftmost digit on
OFF 30 60 90 120
the favourite list.
Editing an FM station name
To cancel the Auto Power Off function, select
" OFF" in step 3. " AUTO OFF " disappears from
1
Tune in to the FM band.
the display.
2
Press MENU.
3
Press v (up) or V (down) to select
HOLD Function
"FAVOURITE" and press ENTER/SC.
When you slide HOLD of the unit in the direction of
4
Press v (up) or V (down) to select "EDIT",
the arrow, "-" appears in the display. All buttons on
the unit will become inoperative. then press ENTER/SC.
This function prevents the radio from being
The stored favourite list appears in the display.
unintentionally turned on, or the radio frequency from 5
Press v (up) or V (down) to select the
being accidentally changed.
station you wish to edit, and then press
ENTER/SC.
Using the Remote control
The character window appears.
(see fig. E)
6
Press v (up) or V (down) to select the
You can operate to the below using the remote control.
desire character, then press ENTER/SC.
To Press or slide Repeat the above. Max. digits are 16.
Turn the unit on or off POWER
Change service or v (up) or V (down)
stations
Select the band DAB/FM
Adjust the volume VOL + or –
Set the HOLD function HOLD*
* Sliding HOLD on the remote control sets the hold
function of the remote control only.
Tips
• Each time you press INFO, the character window
changes as follows:
01. 87.50MHz
A B C D E F G H I J
r
K L M N O P Q R S T r
U V W X Y Z BS END r
01. 87.50MHz
a b c d e f g h i j r
k l m n o p q r s t r
u v w x y z BS END r
01. 87.50MHz
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 r
! " # $ % & ( ) * . r
; < = > ? @ BS END r
01. 87.50MHz
_ ' + - ' , / : r
r
BS END r
• When you select "BS," the digit preceding the cursor
is deleted.
Tuning in to a preset service or
station
1
Press MENU while power is on.
2
Press v (up) or V (down) to select "MODE"
and press ENTER/SC. Then select
"FAVOURITE" and press ENTER/SC.
Or, press FAVOURITE in step 1 or 2.
Each press, changes the mode as follows:
MANUAL
FAVOURITE
or
NORMAL*
* NORMAL is DAB only.
Notes
• If you do not operate within 65 seconds during any
operation, the current mode will be cancelled.
• To cancel halfway, press MENU.
• If you change the favourite mode without presetting,
"<NO FAVOURITE>" appears and returns to the
previous receiving mode.
• If you edit favourite name in FM, the edited name
appears in the first line.
BETA Radio 1
FAV 98.90MHz
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