Grundig Music Boy 50 Portable Radio Manual

SAFETY, INFORMATION

Safety

This device is designed for the playback of audio signals. Any other use is expressly prohibited.

Protect the device from moisture (water drops or splashes). Do not place any vessels such as vases on the device. These may be knocked over and spill fluid on the electrical components, thus presenting a safety risk.

When deciding where to place the device, please note that furniture surfaces are covered by various types of varnish and plastic, most of which contain chemical additives. These additives can corrode the device supports, leaving residues on the furniture surfaces which can be difficult or impossible to remove.

Do not use any cleaning agent, as this may damage the casing. Clean the device with a clean, moist leather cloth. Never open the device casing. The manufacturer will not accept any liability for damage resulting from improper handling.

The type plate is located on the bottom of the device.

Information

This device is noise-suppressed according to the applicable EU directives. This product fulfils the European directives 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC and 93/68/EEC.
This device conforms to the safety regulation VDE 0860 and therefore the international safety regulation IEC 65.

Technical data

Environmental note

As little material as possible was used in the packaging of your device. It consists of two separate materials: cardboard (box) and polyethylene (bag). Please observe the local regulations for disposing of the packing material.

Technical and design modifications reserved!

Additional information for units sold in the UK

Units sold in the UK are suitable for operation from a 240V ac, 50Hz mains supply.
The range of multi-system receivers is built to work in most European countries. However, the mains plug and socket system for the UK differs from many European countries.
This appliance has been supplied with a fitted, non-removable, approved converter plug for use in the UK. This converter plug is fitted with a 5A rated fuse.

In case this appliance is supplied with a moulded 2-pin Euro plug only, which is unsuitable for UK operation, this must be cut off and immediately disposed of. An approved 13A, 3-pin UK plug should then be fitted by a qualified electrician.

Note:
The severed Euro plug must be destroyed to avoid a possible shock hazard should it be inserted into a socket elsewhere.

If a non-rewireable 3-pin plug or a rewireable 13A (BS1363) 3-pin plug is used, it must be fitted with a 5A ASTA or BSI approved BS1362 fuse. If any other type of plug is used it must be protected by a 5A fuse either in the plug, or at the distribution board. If this type of plug becomes defective, ensure that the fuse is removed before disposal, to eliminate potential shock hazard.

If it is necessary to change the fuse in the non-rewireable plug, the correct type and rating (5A ASTA or BSI approved BS1362) must be used and the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or damaged, the lead and plug must not be used until a replacement is obtained. Replacement fuse covers should be obtained from your dealer.

The wires in the mains lead are colour coded in accordance with the following code:
BLUE – NEUTRAL
BROWN – LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of your appliance may not correspond with the coloured marking identifying terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

Connect the BLUE coloured wire to plug terminal marked with the letter "N" or coloured black.
Connect the BROWN coloured wire to the plug terminal marked with the letter "L" or coloured red.
In no circumstance must any of the wires be connected to the terminal marked with the letter "E", earth symbol "", coloured green, or green & yellow.

Replacement mains lead sets can be obtained from your local dealer, or by contacting Grundig Consumer Relations (01788 570088)
Moulded 3-pin lead set, suitable for UK use:
Ref: Leadset UK 8290-991-224
Moulded 2-pin Euro lead set, not suitable for UK use:
Ref: Leadset Euro 8290-991-316

OVERVIEW

Controls on the top

ON/OFF Switches the device on and off.

TONE For setting the tone.

For raising the telescopic antenna (FM and SW reception).

Controls on the front

FM MW SW (RP 5200) Station and waveband scale.

FM MW LW (RP 5240 LW)

Controls on the sides

+VOL. – Adjusts the volume.

Earphone socket (3.5 mm stereo plug);
Mono playback via earphones.

TUNING For tuning to a radio station.

SW•MW•FM Waveband switch: switches between the wavebands FM (UKW), MW (medium wave) and SW (short wave) (on RP 5200).

LW•MW•FM Waveband switch: switches between the wavebands FM (UKW), MW (medium wave) and LW (long wave) (on RP 5240 LW).

Controls on the back

AC ~ Connection socket for power cable supplied.

Battery compartment.

Handle.

POWER SUPPLY

Mains operation

Note:
Check that the mains voltage on the type plate (on the bottom of the device) corresponds to your local mains supply.
If this is not the case, contact your specialist dealer.

1. Plug the mains cable supplied into the »AC ~« socket on the device.
2. Plug the mains cable into the socket (230 V~, 50/60 Hz).
   

Note:
If there are batteries in the device, these are switched off automatically during mains operation.

The only way to disconnect the device from the mains supply is to pull out the plug.

Battery operation

You can also operate the device using standard batteries (not supplied). In this case, you must disconnect the mains power cable.

1. Open the battery compartment by pressing the marked area and pushing down the cover.
2. Insert four batteries (4x1.5 V, Type IEC, AM2, LR 14, C-size) according to the polarity marked on the battery compartment.
   

Note:
Remove the batteries when they are flat or when you know that the device will not be used for a long period of time.
No liability is accepted for damage resulting from leaking batteries.

Environmental note:
Batteries, including those which contain no heavy metal, must not be disposed of with household waste. Please dispose of used batteries in an environmentally sound manner. Observe the legal regulations which apply in your area.

RADIO MODE

Tuning radio stations

1. Press »ON/OFF« to switch on the device.
2. Adjust the volume using »VOLUME«.
3. Use the waveband switch to select the waveband (FM, MW or SW on RP 5200; FM, MW or LW on RP 5240 LW).
   Note:
   For the best FM or SW reception, extend the telescopic antenna and direct it accordingly.
   The radio has a built-in rod antenna for MW or LW reception (LW reception on RP 5240 LW only). Turn the device around to direct the antenna.
4. Find and tune the station using »TUNING«.
5. Use »TONE« to adjust the tone as required.