Sangean WFT-4 - Bluetooth Tabletop Digital Receiver Quick Start
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General operation
- Press the Power button to turn on the radio.
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- Press the Mode button, then rotate the Tuning knob to select the desired operating mode. Press the Tuning knob to confirm your choice.
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- Press the Menu button to access the menu system of each mode. Highlight the menu item using the Tuning knob. Press the Tuning knob to select that item.
- Pressing the Back button will go back to a higher level menu.
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- The Info button allows the display of information relating to the radio station or music file being played. Press the Info button to cycle through the different options.
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- In the FM mode, rotate the Tuning knob to increase / decrease the frequency with steps of 0.05MHz or rotate the Tuning knob and then press it to automatically scan for the next radio station with a higher / lower frequency.
Alternatively, press and hold the Tuning up
or Tuning down
button on the remote control for 2 seconds then release to automatically scan for the next radio station with a higher or lower frequency.
Press the Tuning up
or Tuning down
button on the remote control to fine-tune the frequency with steps of 0.05MHz if needed. - Storing a preset: To store the currently playing radio station as a preset, press and hold one of the radio's Preset buttons (1- 5) until the display shows "Preset stored" to store the station under the corresponding preset number. If another station has already been stored under the chosen preset number, that station will be overwritten.
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Alternatively, press and hold the required Preset button (1-10) on the remote control until the display shows "Preset stored". The station will be stored using the chosen preset button.
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- Recalling a preset: Simply press and release one of the radio's Preset buttons (1-5) to recall the corresponding preset.
Alternatively, momentarily press the required Preset button (1-10) on the remote control. Your radio will then tune to the station stored in the selected preset memory. - Press the Mute button to mute / unmute the audio output.
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Specifications
Power requirements |
Mains power supply | AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz / 10W |
Remote control battery | 2 x AAA |
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Frequency coverage |
FM | 87.5-108 MHz |
DAB | 174.928-239.200 MHz |
Connectivity |
Wired Ethernet | 10 / 100 Mbits / sec via RJ-45 socket |
WiFi | 802.11 b, g, n or a supported with WEP and WPA / WPA2 encryption. Compatible with 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi bands. The frequency and maximum transmitted power: WiFi: 2412MHz ~ 2472MHz, EIRP = 12.38dBm 5180MHz ~ 5240MHz & 5745MHz ~ 5825MHz, EIRP = 14.42dBm Operations in the 5.15-5.35 GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only. |
Bluetooth |
Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Supported Bluetooth profiles | A2DP, AVRCP |
Supported Bluetooth codecs | SBC and AAC |
Transmitting power | Power Class 2 |
Bluetooth range | approx. 10m (30feet) |
The frequency and maximum transmitted power | 2402MHz ~ 2480MHz: 1.21dBm (EDR), 2.39dBm (BLE) |
Bluetooth Transmitter |
Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
Supported Bluetooth profiles | A2DP |
Supported Bluetooth codecs | SBC / APTX / APTX-adaptive |
Transmitting power | Power Class 1 |
Bluetooth range | approx. 10m (30feet) |
The frequency and maximum transmitted power | 2402MHz ~ 2480MHz: 8.81dBm (EDR), 9.84dBm (BLE) |
Circuit features |
Optical SPDIF output socket | Toslink |
Coaxial SPDIF output socket | RCA |
Aux in 1 socket | 3.5mm diameter, stereo |
Aux in 2 socket | RCA, stereo |
Line out socket | 3.5mm diameter, stereo |
Digital optical output socket | Toslink |
Antenna system | Wi-Fi antenna |
Bluetooth transmitter antenna |
DAB telescopic antenna |
FM telescopic antenna |
Operating temperature range | 0°C to +40°C |
Sangean reserves the right to amend the specifications without notice.
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RECYCLING This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment.
Important safety instructions
- Read these instructions.
- Keep these instructions.
- Heed all warnings.
- Follow all instructions.
- Do not use this apparatus near water.
- Clean only with dry cloth.
- Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
- Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
- Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet. Consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
- Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
- Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
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- Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged. Liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
- To Reduce the Risk of Fire or Electric Shock, Do not Expose This Appliance to Rain or Moisture.
- The Shock Hazard Marking and Associated Graphical Symbol is provided on the rear of unit.
- Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, shall be placed on the apparatus.
- The power plug should be close to the radio, and easy to be approached that during the emergency, to disconnect the power from the radio, just unplug the power plug from the AC power slot.
- Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnected device shall remain readily operable.
- Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard (for example, in the case of some lithium battery types). Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion. Leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas. A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
: The symbol indicates AC voltage.
: The symbol indicates class II equipment.
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These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only.
To reduce the risk of the electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to so.
For full documentation on all of the WFT-4's functionality, please visit the website below or scan the QR code to download the full manual.
https://www.sangean.com
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References
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Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
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