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Improper or incorrect use of batteries may cause corrosion or battery leakage which could cause fire, personal injury or damage to property.
Only use the battery type indicated in this manual.
Do not dispose of the used battery as domestic waste. Dispose of it in accordance with local regulations.
Remove the battery from the remote control when not in use for a long period of time, as corrosion or battery leakage may occur and result in physical injury, and/or property damage, and/or fire.
The remote-control sensor on the front unit is sensitive to the remote control's commands up to a maximum of 4 metres away and within a maximum of 60° arc.
Note that the operating distance may vary depending on the brightness of the room.
Be sure to connect the power cord to an AC outlet that supplies the correct voltage. Hold the power plug when plugging into an outlet or unplugging it. Never pull or yank on the power cord.
This product only supports wireless connection for network access and does not support wired LAN connection.
This unit cannot be connected to a stand alone modem directly. A router or a modem incorporated with a router must be used. Since there are various connection configurations, please follow the specifications and instructions of your telecommunication carrier, internet service provider, and router setting guidebook.
This instruction manual explains the basic information for operating this unit. Unless otherwise stated, all operations described are based on remote control use.
Press MODE button on the unit or remote control to access Mode Menu. Turn the SCROLL/SELECT dial (on the unit or press buttons on remote control to select. Press SCROLL/SELECT dial on the unit or SELECT button on remote control to switch between Internet Radio, Podcasts, Spotify, Music Player, DAB Radio, FM Radio, Bluetooth Audio and AUX In modes.
When the unit is idle for approximately 15 minutes, it will automatically switch to standby. To switch the unit off completely, unplug the power cable from the main socket. Please turn the unit off completely to save energy when not in use.
When you first connect the unit to the mains socket, the display will show the welcome screen, and then the language menu will show up. Turn the SCROLL/SELECT dial on the unit or press buttons on the remote control to change the display language. Press the SCROLL/SELECT dal on the unit or the SELECT Button on the remote control to confirm.
The privacy policy page will come up. Please visit the website mentioned on the page to view the detailed privacy policy. Press the SCROLL/ SELECT dial on unit or SELECT button on the remote control to accept and move forward to the next step.
Connecting using the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button on your router is a quick and easy way to connect your radio without having to type in a password. Select one of the following connection methods:
If your router has a WPS button, you will notice [WPS] at the front of your network name.
The radio generates an 8-digit code number. Enter this code number into the wireless router or access device.
If your router has no WPS button you will now be asked to enter your wireless network password, or you can select SKIP WPS which also takes you to the password screen.
The Network Settings can be changed at any time in the Menu – System Settings – Network – Network Wizard
Press the MENU button on unit or remote control to display the menu. Turn SCROLL/SELECT dial on unit or press buttons on the remote control to select System Settings, and then press SCROLL/SELECT dial on unit or SELECT button on the remote to confirm.
This system supports a variety of equalisers and sound effects.
Alternatively
Network Wizard | SSID – select the desired wireless network. Rescan – Scan for available networks. Manual config – Select wireless network with DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) enable/disable. |
PBC WLAN Setup | Select WPS on the unit and press the WPS button on the modem device that you wish to connect with. Press SCROLL/SELECT dial on unit or SELECT button on remote control to continue. |
View Settings | Display the settings on the unit. |
Manual Settings | Select wireless network with DHCP enable/disable. |
NetRemote PIN Setup | To define a PIN number to be entered before being able to connect to the unit remotely over a network. |
Network Profile | View the connected network. |
Clear Network Settings | To delete the connected network memory in Network profile. |
Keep network connected | To define whether remains connected to its network in Standby mode and when not in Network radio mode. |
The Time/Date can be set to automatically update from Internet Network, DAB or FM Radio or No update. Note: When choosing 'No update,' you can manually set the time and date on the Fitzwilliam 3.
Press the CLOCK button on remote control to access Set Time/Date menu to adjust Time/Date. Alternatively,
For the other settings under Time/Date, press buttons to select from the following options and then press the SELECT button to confirm.
Auto update | DAB/FM/Network/No update |
Set format | 12 / 24 hour format |
Set Time zone | Select a time zone. (Only available when Auto update from Network is on.) |
Daylight savings | Select daylight savings. (Only available when Auto update from Network is on.) |
The default auto-time update setting is 'Update from Network'. If you would like to manually set the time, it is recommended to turn the Auto update function off by selecting 'No update'.
Use the Inactive Standby to turn off the unit after a specific time of use in play mode.
There may be times when you need to reset your unit back to the factory settings especially when for example you move house or when you experience reception problems, you may want to reset and try again. If you move to another part of the country and pick up the local and national DAB stations in that area, your previously tuned channels may no longer be available.
When completing a factory reset, all settings, tuned stations, internet, DAB & FM preset stations will be erased.
Before downloading software, ensure that the radio is plugged into a stable mains power connection. Interrupting power supply during software download/update can lead to functional disturbances and/or damage to the unit.
The Setup Wizard is available in System Settings. You can run through this to configure Date/ Time or Network Settings. Once completed, your radio is ready for use.
Operation Mode Backlight | High / Medium / Low |
Standby Mode Backlight | Timeout: Off/ 10 sec/ 30 sec/ 60 sec Standby Level: High/ Medium/ Low/ Off |
Alternatively, press the DIMMER button on the remote control repeatedly to adjust the Backlight level under ON mode or in Standby Mode.
If 'Timeout' is set as OFF, the display brightness in standby will be the same as in the operation mode, and you will not be able to use the DIMMER button on the remote control.
To listen to an Internet radio station your radio must be connected to the network. Try to position your radio as close as possible to your router to get the best connection speed. When Internet Radio Mode is selected, the radio connects with the Frontier Silicon Internet Radio portal to download a list of stations. Once a station is selected, the radio will connect directly to that station.
Press the MODE button on unit or remote control to access Mode Menu. Turn the SCROLL/SELECT dial on the unit or press buttons on remote control to select Internet Radio Mode. Press the SCROLL/SELECT dial, then press on unit or the SELECT button on the remote control to confirm.
While in Internet Radio mode, press the MENU button on the unit or remote control to access the menu. You can choose between: Last Listening, Station List, System Settings and Main Menu. Pres buttons to select and press the SELECT button to enter each section.
When the Internet Radio is restarted, the last listened to stations are automatically selected. To return to [Station List], press the BACK button.
If it is the first time listening to Internet Radio, the radio will be in [Station List].
Press buttons to select from the following options, and then press the SELECT button to confirm.
'Countries' | To search for specific stations from your country. Within this scope, it will display local radio stations. |
'Search' | To search for stations using various keywords. The name and a description of your selected one will be displayed on the screen. |
'Location' | To select radio stations from a list of countries available. |
'Popular' | Select station from a list of the most popular internet stations from around the world. |
'Discover' | Select stations from various categories: Country, Genre, or Language. |
Press the BACK button on the unit or remote control to return to the menu.
The preset Internet Radio stations are stored on the Fitzwilliam 3 and cannot be accessed from other radio stations.
Alternatively, on remote control,
Operation of saving Presets and Recall stations are same for Internet Radio/podcasts, DAB and FM.
Press the INFO button repeatedly on the unit or remote control, to view various information on screen such as: Channel Info/Description- Language/Location - Bit rate/Sound format/Sampling rate - Playback buffer - Date.
To listen to Podcasts, your radio must be connected to the Internet network. Try to position your radio as close as possible to your router to get the best connection speeds.
Press MODE button on unit or remote control to access Mode Menu.
Turn the SCROLL/SELECT dial on unit or press buttons on remote control to select Podcasts mode. Press SCROLL/SELECT dial on unit or the SELECT button on the remote control to confirm.
While in Podcasts Mode, press the MENU button to access the menu. Press the buttons to select [Podcast list] and press the SELECT button to confirm.
When the radio is restarted, the last listened podcast is automatically selected. To return to [Podcast list], press the BACK button.
If it is the first time listening to Podcasts radio, the radio will be in [Podcast list].
Press the buttons to select from the following options, then press the SELECT button to enter each of the following.
'Countries' | To search for specific podcasts in your country. Within this scope, it will display local podcasts. |
'Search' | To search podcasts using various keywords. The name and a description of your selected one will be displayed on the screen. |
'Location' | To select podcasts from a list of countries available. |
'Discover' | Select podcasts from various categories: Country, Genre, or Language. |
Licenses
The Spotify Software is subject to third party licenses found here: https://www.spotify.com/connect/third-party-licenses
The built-in Music Player allows you to play unprotected audio files stored on a connected USB stick to Fitzwilliam 3's USB port.
Press the MODE button on unit or remote control to access Mode Menu. Turn the SCROLL/SELECT dial on unit or press buttons on remote control to select Music Player Mode, then press SCROLL/SELECT dial on unit or SELECT button on remote control to enter.
Alternatively,
Press the buttons to select and press the SELECT button to start playing.
You can charge your device using the USB port on Majority Fitzwilliam 3, using a USB cable (not supplied).
Press the MODE button on unit or remote control to access Mode Menu. Rotate the SCROLL/SELECT dial on unit or press buttons on the remote control to select DAB Radio mode. Press SCROLL/SELECT dial on unit or SELECT button on remote control to confirm. Fitzwilliam 3 will enter DAB mode and perform an automatic scan. During the scan, the display will read 'Scanning...' together with a slide bar that indicates the progress and the number of stations found. Once the scan has been completed, the unit will select the first alphanumerically found station.
To explore the list of the DAB radio stations found, press buttons to select, and then press the SELECT button to confirm.
Press the 'SCAN /' button on unit or the SCAN button on remote control to activate auto scan. Alternatively,
Press the MENU button, then press buttons to find and select Scan. Press the SELECT button to confirm.
As well as the auto tune function, you can manually tune the receiver. This feature can help you when you would like to align your aerial or add new radio stations that you might have missed when scanning automatically.
Press the INFO button on the unit or the remote control repeatedly to scroll through the info available. The display will show various info in each button press such as: DLS (Dynamic Label Segment) – Programme Type – Ensemble/Frequency – Signal error/Strength – Bit rate/Codec/Channels – Date
DLS (Dynamic Label Segment)
This is a scrolling message giving real-time information, e.g., song titles, news headlines, etc.
Programme Type
Describes the style or genre of the programme that is being broadcast.
Ensemble Name/Frequency
Displays the name of the multiplex that contains the station you are listening to and the frequency. A multiplex is a collection of radio stations that are bundled and transmitted on one frequency. There are national and local multiplexes. Local ones contain stations that are specific to that area.
Signal Error/Signal Strength
The signal error is indicated with a number. If the number is 0, it means the signal received is error free and the signal strength is strong. If the error rate is high, it is recommended to reposition the radio aerial or reposition the unit. The display will show a slide bar to indicate the signal strength, the stronger the signal, the longer the bar will be from left to right.
Bit Rate/Codec/Channels
The display will show the digital audio bit rate being received with additional information about the audio codec and channel configuration.
Date
Displays the current date provided automatically by the broadcaster.
You may remove all unavailable stations from the list.
If you are listening to music with high dynamic range in a noisy environment, you may wish to compress the audio dynamic range.
You may wish to arrange the station listing order.
Press the MODE button on unit or remote control to access Mode Menu.
Rotate the SCROLL/SELECT dial on unit or press buttons on the remote control to select FM Radio mode. Press SCROLL/SELECT dial on the unit or the SELECT button on the remote control to confirm.
The display will show the frequency.
Alternatively,
The automatic scan search may not stop at a station with a very weak signal.
To search for FM stations manually, turn the SCROLL/SELECT dial on unit or press buttons on remote control repeatedly until your desired frequency is reached.
With FM Radio, it maybe necessary to fine tune each station by rotating the SCROLL/SELECT dial on unit or pressing
buttons on the remote control repeatedly. Each press will adjust the frequency by 0.05 MHz. If the signal reception is still poor, adjust the position of the aerial or try moving the radio to another location.
Press repeatedly the INFO button on the unit or remote control to scroll through the info available. The display will show various info in each button press such as: Radio Text – Programme Type – Frequency – Date.
RDS (Radio Data System) Radio Text
The display shows a scrolling message with information of current playing programme.
Programme Type
Describes the style or genre of music that is being broadcast.
Station Name/Frequency
When an RDS station is received, the name of that station will be displayed. If this info is not available, then the frequency will be displayed.
Date
Displays the current date provided automatically by the broadcaster.
Alternatively, press the MONO/ST. button on the remote control to toggle between the Mono only or Mono/Stereo selection.
The unit has a Bluetooth function that can receive a signal within 8 metres. Pair the unit with a Bluetooth device such as a phone or a tablet to play music from:
Press the 'SCAN /' button on unit or '
' button on the remote control to play/pause music. Press
buttons on the unit or on the remote control to skip to the previous/next track.
Control and adjust the volume on Fitzwilliam 3 and on your Bluetooth device.
The AUX-INPUT can be used to play sound from an external device such as a phone, tablet, or similar device.
When connecting the external audio device, refer to the owner's manual.
Majority Fitzwilliam 3 can be controlled using the NetRemote installed on a smartphone or tablet in iOS or Android system only. By downloading the UNDOK app, you can view all the modes of Internet Radio, Podcasts, Spotify, Music Player, DAB, FM, Bluetooth and AUX In on your device.
Search for UNDOK on Google Play (Android) or Apple Store(iPhone) and install the app on your smartphone or tablet.
Before using the UNDOK app, make sure the Fitzwilliam 3 and the smartphone or tablet are in the same Wi-Fi network. Launch the app.
The app initialises and scans for the devices available within the network. Find and select The Majority Fitzwilliam 3 from the list to connect.
When you connect for the first time with the unit, you may be asked to enter a PIN code. The default PIN is 1234. For details of changing the PIN for security, please refer to System Settings section: Network - NetRemote PIN Setup.
Select your desired mode on the main page of your device app. Control the selected mode on your smartphone or tablet and the device simultaneously.
Do not listen to music at high volume when using headphones. Doing so can cause permanent hearing impairment. Turn the tuner volume level to the lowest level before using headphones.
Long-term exposure to loud music can cause ear damage. It is best to avoid extreme volume when using earphones, especially for extended periods of time.
This function allows you to program the unit to switch to Standby Mode by itself after a set period of time.
Alternatively,
'Enable' | Off/ Daily/ Once/ Weekends/ Weekdays |
'Time' | (Alarm On time) |
'Mode' | Buzzer/ Internet radio/ DAB/ FM |
'Preset' | Last Listened/ (Preset station) |
'Volume' | 0-32 |
'Save' | Save and confirm the alarm setting |
Power Supply | AC100-240V ~ 50/60Hz |
Power Consumption | 7.8W |
Working Environment - Temperature | 0 ~ 35°C |
Net Weight | Main unit: app. 2.3 kg |
Unit Dimension (W) × (D) × (H) | 435 x 298 x 74 mm |
Radio Frequency | M 87.50 – 108.00 MHz DAB 174.928 - 239.200 MHz |
Power Supply | DC 5V 1A |
Power Consumption | 1.66A Max |
Working Environment - Temperature | 750g |
Net Weight | 13.8cm x 13.8cm x 6.9cm (LxWxH) |
How to activate wireless network port:
How to deactivate wireless network port:
Bluetooth version | Version | V4.2(only support BR+EDR) |
Maximum transmitted power | 5 dBm | |
Frequency band | 2402 - 2480 MHz | |
Wi-Fi | Maximum transmitted power | 15 dBm |
Frequency band | 2412 - 2472 MHz |
Standby power consumption:
Wi-Fi off: < 1.00 W (standard standby mode) Wi-Fi on: < 2.00 W (network standby mode)
Note:
Thank you for purchasing the Majority Fitzwilliam 3. Please follow the guidance of the manual to set up your device and enjoy its fantastic features. If you require further assistance with your new device, please contact our support team on the Majority website: https://www.majority.co.uk/support
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping, splashing or objects filled with water.
The main plug is used to disconnect the device. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the main mains completely, the mains plug should be disconnected from the main socket outlet completely.
Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat.
Please read all instructions carefully before use and keep for future reference.
Risk of electric shock. Do not open.
Read all instructions carefully before use and keep for future reference.
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
Download MAJORITY Fitzwilliam 3 - Radio Tuner & Music System Manual
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