Muse M-117 DB - DAB+/ FM Portable Radio Manual

Table of Contents

Contents

1 LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS
2 POWER SUPPLY
3 TURNING ON/OFF THE UNIT
4 SELECTING FUNCTION
5 ADJUSTING VOLUME
6 SETTING THE TIME AND DATE
7 LISTENING TO DAB/DAB+ RADIO
8 LISTENING TO FM RADIO
9 SETTING THE ALARM AND THE ALARM MODE
10 SLEEP FUNCTION
11 SETUP MENU
12 USING HEADPHONES / EARPHONES
13 CONNECTING AUXILIARY SOURCE
14 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
15 SAFETY INFORMATION
16 Documents / Resources
- 16.1 References
- 16.2 Download manual

LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

Please read the instruction carefully before operating the unit.

LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

SOURCE: To turn unit on/off, To select FM, AUX or DAB mode
INFO/MENU: To review the information transmitted by the radio station, To access the main menu
: Skip /Search/Tuning
SCAN Auto scan & storage
: To set the alarm, To fall asleep with the radio
SNZ/PRESET: Interval alarm repetition, Preset radio stations; Listen the preset stations
P1,2,3: Quick preset buttons
SELECT , setting up / down; To confirm the selection/ settings, To adjust volume
TFT display
Swivel telescopic antenna
Battery compartment
DC IN jack
AUX IN jack
Phones jack

POWER SUPPLY

AC ADAPTOR
The supplied AC adaptor is suitable for use on AC main supplies of AC 100-240V 50/60Hz and should only be connected to a mains supply within these parameters.

The AC adaptor included with this unit is for its use only. Do not use it with other equipment.
Turn off the unit before unplugging the AC adaptor from the unit so as to avoid the unit being damaged.
When the unit is not going to be used for long time, disconnect the AC adaptor from the AC outlet.
Be sure to use it near the wall outlet and easily accessible. If a malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet at once.
AC adaptor is used as the disconnect device. It shall remain readily operable and should not be obstructed during intended use. To be completely disconnected the apparatus from supply mains, the AC adaptor of the apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely.
Never use an AC adaptor that is damaged, route power lead in a safe manner and make sure it is not subjected to trapping or pinching. If the power lead is damaged refer to a qualified service agent.
The AC adaptor must be unplugged from the DC jack for the unit to run on the batteries.

BATTERY OPERATION

Remove the battery compartment door by applying thumb pressure to area indicated on battery door and then lift the door out and off the cabinet.
Before inserting the batteries, observe the polarities (+ and -) of the battery, then relate the polarities to the engraved diagram inside the battery compartment, insert 4 x 1.5V, R6/UM-3/"AA" batteries (not supplied) into the compartment.
Replace the compartment door.

Before throwing any batteries away, consult your distributor who may be able to take them back for specific recycling.

NOTES:

Never recharge the batteries, apply heat to them or take them apart.
In order to avoid leakage, always remove the batteries when unit will not be used for a long period of time.
For optimal performance, alkaline batteries are recommended. These batteries must be replaced every six months.
The batteries need to be replaced when: The battery icon on the display becomes red, the volume decreases, or sound is distorted during operation.

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Note: (Aux mode only)In a concern of saving energy, when playback has reached to the end or not playing, the unit will automatically turn off after 15 minutes.

TURNING ON/OFF THE UNIT

In standby mode, press and hold to turn on the unit. Press and hold to turn off the unit.

SELECTING FUNCTION

When the unit is on, repeatedly press SOURCE button to select desired mode: FM, AUX or DAB.

ADJUSTING VOLUME

To increase or decrease the sound level, rotate SELECT button clockwise or anticlockwise.
Note: In order to save the battery life time, the maximum volume in battery mode is not the full speaker output power. Please connected AC adaptor to have full power.

SETTING THE TIME AND DATE

The first time you listen to DAB/DAB+ radio, the time and date of your product will be synchronized automatically to that broadcast by the DAB/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.

If you do wish to set the time and date manually, turn on the radio and follow the steps as below:

In standby mode, press and hold MENU button to access <Time> setup menu.
Rotate the SELECT knob to scroll to "Set Time/Date", press SELECT knob to enter into time setting menu.
Use the SELECT knob to set the time (HH:MM) and date (DD/MM/YYYY) (Rotate SELECT knob to adjust the setting; then press SELECT knob to confirm.)

When you confirm the time, the display returns to <Time> setup menu, You can rotate the SELECT knob or using button to set followings, and then press SELECT knob to confirm.

** Time update:
Auto Update: auto update the time from radio. No Update: time is no update
** Set 12/24 hour: 12/ 24 hour clock display
** Set Date Format: DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY.
Note: When do the setting in the menu, press the MENU button to return back to previous step.

LISTENING TO DAB/DAB+ RADIO

Repeatedly press SOURCE button to select DAB mode. The radio will start automatic scan for DAB/DAB+ stations if it's the first time to use the unit. The display will change to "Scanning......". A progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the number of stations found during the scan will also be displayed.
When the scan is complete, the radio will select the first available station and begin to broadcast. Stations are listed in numerical and then alphabetical order by default.
Note: The DAB/DAB+ radio station list is stored in the memory and so the next time you switch your radio on, the station search does not take place. It is possible to scan manually for stations by pressing the SCAN button.
Press and hold SELECT button, station list is displayed, rotate the SELECT button or using button to select your desired station, press SELECT to confirm. There will be a short delay while your radio tunes to your selected station.

Notes:

If no broadcasts are found by DAB/DAB+ scan, "No DAB Station" appears in the display.
For a better reception, extend the telescopic antenna or do the full scan again in another place.
During the search operation, the sound level is automatically muted.

LISTENING TO FM RADIO

In FM radio mode, Press button to manual tuning, press and hold or to automatic search.

Note: For a better reception, extend the antenna.

PRESET STATIONS
This unit can store 10 FM and 10 DAB/DAB+ stations.

Manual storage

Repeatedly press SOURCE button to select FM or DAB mode.
Select a radio station.
Press and hold PRESET button to enter preset store mode.
Use or button to select a preset channel.
Note: If you choose a station that hasn't been allocated, "Empty" will be displayed.
If the station has been allocated before, the FM frequency or DAB station name will be showed.
Press SELECT button to save it. "Preset X store" will be displayed for a few seconds.
Repeat steps 2-5 to store other stations.

Note: This unit has 3 quick preset buttons. Select a radio station and press and hold P1/P2/P3 to store the station in preset channel 1/2/3 respectively.

Automatic storage
Press and hold SCAN button in FM mode, the unit will automatically locate and save the strong stations. When you store on a channel already been preset, the previous station will automatically be cleared and replaced by the new station.

LISTENING TO RADIO PRESETS

Press SOURCE button to select FM or DAB band.
Press PRESET once. "Preset Recall" will be displayed, then rotate SELECT knob to select your desire station.
Press SELECT to confirm your selection
Note: To recall the stations in preset channel 1/2/3, simply press the button P1/P2/P3 respectively.

SETTING THE ALARM AND THE ALARM MODE

When unit is on, press and hold button to access alarm setting mode. Select <Alarm 1> or <Alarm 2>, then press SELECT to confirm.
Rotate SELECT knob to adjust the following setting; then press SELECT knob to confirm.

** Alarm: to set the alarm On / off.
** Wake Up Time: to set the alarm time
** Frequency:

Daily: The alarm will sound every day.
Weekdays: The alarm will sound on weekday only. (Monday to Friday)
Weekends: The alarm will sound on weekend only. (Saturday and Sunday)
Once: The alarm will sound one time only.

** Source: To set the wake-up source FM, Buzzer or DAB.
** Volume: To set the alarm volume

Notes:

Same procedure applies for alarm 2 settings.
Be sure connect the AC adaptor when using the alarms. Alarm function cannot be used when using the unit on batteries.
The corresponding alarm indicator blinks when the alarm function is activated.
When the wake-up source is DAB or FM, turn off the radio before alarm time reaches. Otherwise the alarm source will change to buzzer automatically if you are listening to the radio when the alarm time reaches.

Stopping the alarm

Alarm repetition
Press SNOOZE. The alarm stops temporally and will sound again 5 minutes later. The snooze indicator will be blink.
Note: Repeatedly press SNOOZE button to set the desired snooze time: 5,10,15,30 minutes. The default snooze time is 5 minutes.
Alarm stop
Press or to stop the alarm.
Notes:

When "Daily" is set, the alarm will sound again the next day at the same time.
When "Once" is set, the alarm will not sound again. The alarm indicator will light off.
When "Weekdays" is set, the alarm will sound again on next weekday (Monday to Friday) at the same time.
When "Weekends" is set, the alarm will sound again the following Saturday or Sunday at the same time.

Alarm Cancellation
Press and hold access alarm setting mode. Rotate SELECT knob to select <Alarm 1> or <Alarm 2>, then press SELECT to confirm. Rotate SELECT button to set Alarm item to OFF, press SELECT to confirm.

SLEEP FUNCTION

When the unit is on. To fall asleep with the radio, repeatedly press to select 15-30-45-60-90 minutes of listening, press SELECT to confirm. The sleep indicator will show on display. The unit will automatically turn off after the specified time. To cancel the sleep function, repeatedly press button until "Sleep off" display, press SELECT button to confirm.

When the unit is on, press and hold MENU button to access setting menu. Rotate SELECT knob to select an option and/ or adjust the setting, then press SELECT to confirm.
Note: The "" will be displayed next to the current setting.

FM Setting Menu
Scan setting
To choose "All stations" or "Strong stations" to select the search mode when scan radio station.
Strong stations: the automatic search only locates at strong stations. All stations: the automatic search locates at any available station.

System:

Time
Refer to the operations in section "SETTING THE TIME AND DATE".
Backlight
- Timeout: off > 10 > 20 > 30 > 45 > 60 > 90 > 120 > 180.
- On Level: To select the background brightness level of display when unit in ON mode: Hight, Medium, Low
- Standby Level: to select the background brightness level of display when unit in STANDBY mode: Hight, Medium, Low.
Language
To select the desired language of the unit's menu: English, Deutsch, Français and Nederlands.
Factory Reset
- No: system will not reset
- Yes: To restore to factory default settings
SW version (software version)
To review the current software version.

DAB/DAB+ Setting Menu
Full Scan
This function allows you to automatically scan and create a list of receivable DAB broadcasts.

Manual Tune
This function can be used to assist the positioning of antenna or the unit, to enhance specific channel or frequency reception ability.

DRC (Dynamic range compression)
DRC can make quieter sounds easier to hear when the unit is used in a noisy environment.
Rotate SELECT knob to select your desire DRC level: off, low, high DRC off - no compression. This is the default setting.
DRC low - medium compression.
DRC high - maximum compression.
Note: DRC is effective only in dynamic range compression broadcast.

Prune
Remove stations that are listed but unavailable. This function can remove all invalid stations indicated in the station list.

System
Please refer to the <FM setting menu>

AUX IN Setting Menu
Please refer to the <FM setting menu>

REVIEWING MORE INFORMATION
Repeatedly press INFO button to review some unit settings(e.g. date) or available information(e.g. radio text, program type, strength) for the station you are listening.

USING HEADPHONES / EARPHONES

(NOT INCLUDED)

Maximum output voltage ≤ 150mV
HEADPHONE VOLUME WARNING
Connect earphones with the volume set low and increase it if required. Prolonged listening through some earphones at high volume settings can result in hearing damage. When headphones/earphones are connected, no sound will be emitted from the unit's speaker.

Avoid listening to sound at levels which may be harmful to your ears.

To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.

CONNECTING AUXILIARY SOURCE

Connect your auxiliary source (e. g. mp3 player) to the AUX IN jack on the unit (cable not included).
Press SOURCE button repeatedly to select AUX IN mode.
Start playback from your auxiliary source.
Adjust the volume to desired level.
To stop playback, disconnect your auxiliary source from the AUX IN jack.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

POWER SUPPLY:
AC adaptor:
Input: 100-240V 50/60Hz 0.3A Max
Output: DC 5.9V 1.0A

RADIO FREQUENCY:
FM: 87.5 -108 MHz
DAB/DAB+: 174.928-239.200 MHz

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Hereby, NEW ONE S.A.S, declares that this MUSE M-117 DB is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. The declaration of conformity may be consulted at www.muse-europe.com

SAFETY INFORMATION

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not open the device, there is no party inside for the user. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.

shock hazard The lightning with the arrow symbol in the triangle is a warning sign alerting the user to "dangerous voltage" inside the unit.
caution The exclamation point in the triangle is a warning sign alerting the user of important instructions accompanying the product.
The caution mark is located at the back of the device.

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The Marking plate is located at the back of the device
Make sure to have a minimum distance of 5 cm around the unit for sufficient ventilation.
Ensure that the ventilation openings are not covered with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles on the apparatus.
Do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing water.
Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as glass, vase on the device.
Use the apparatus only in moderate climates.
Do not throw batteries into fire! Respect the environment when disposing of used batteries.
Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or other similar heat source.
AC adaptor is used as the disconnect device. It shall remain readily operable and should not be obstructed during intended use. To be completely disconnected the apparatus from supply mains, the AC adaptor of the apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely.
The normal function of the product may be disturbed by strong Electro-Magnetic Interference. If so, simply reset the product to resume normal operation by following the instruction manual. In case the function could not resume, please use the product in other location.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

If in the future, you need to get rid of this product, please note that Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Recycling facilities exist. Check with your municipality or ask your dealer for advice. (Directive for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
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