MAJORITY Petersfield Go - Digital Radio Manual

MAJORITY Petersfield Go - Digital Radio Manual

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MAJORITY Petersfield Go - Digital Radio Manual

Box Contents

  1. Majority Petersfield Go
  2. USB Cable
  3. Earphones
  4. Instructions Guide

Controls And Functions

Front View/Control Buttons

Overview - Part 1 - Front View

  1. Screen
  2. Select/Preset button
  3. Fast forward/Next
  4. Rewind/Previous

Side View/Control Buttons

Overview - Part 2 - Side View

  1. DC in 5V
  2. Mode/Key
  3. Menu/Info
  4. Earphone port
  5. Volume +
  6. Power (On/Off)
  7. Volume -

ON/OFF button
To turn your radio on or off, press the ON/OFF button.

Next/Previous buttons
Use the Next and Previous buttons to navigate and browse through the menu system.
In FM mode these buttons can be held down to autoscan to the next or previous available stations.

Mode/Key
Switch between DAB and FM radio using the mode button. In these modes you can browse through DAB and FM settings and change radio settings.
Hold down the button to lock/unlock your radio.

Menu/Info button
Press repeatedly for station information and radio setting options.

Vol- /Vol+
Control the volume of the radio.

Basic Operation

Ensure that the radio has been charged If the battery icon shows all of the bars illuminated then the system is fully charged.
To charge the device, use the USB cable provided and plug it into a computer or a USB plug (not supplied). Plug this into the radio USB charging port.
Also ensure that the earphones are connected into the top of the system correctly as they also function as the antenna of your radio Without them, no DAB/FM signal will be received.
Turn the radio on by pressing the 'ON/OFF' button on the side of the radio "Welcome to Digital Radio" will then show on the display.
The radio will then automatically begin scanning for available DAB stations/ This may take a few minutes.
The signal bar will now display on the top right of the radio screen If there are no bars, you may be located in an area with weak signal.

DAB/DAB+ Radio

Press the 'ON/OFF' button. On first use, DAB radio will automatically start scanning for all stations with strong signal and save them.
To auto scan (if the unit has not automatically done so, or has no signal), ensure that the radio is in DAB mode by using the 'Mode/Key' button. Hold the 'Menu/Info' button and the screen should then display "DAB <FULL SCAN>". Press 'Select/Preset' to confirm.
The unit will then start scanning up the frequency band and store all stations with a good signal. Please note: for best results, please ensure you are in an area with good signal.
The radio will automatically save all stations with a strong signal. After searching has finished the first station stored will begin playing.
To listen to a station, use the 'Next' and 'Prev' buttons to navigate through the stations. Press 'Select/Preset' to confirm.
When you turn the radio on it will automatically tune to the same station (DAB or FM) that was last active.

DAB/DAB+ Station Information

While listening to a station, press the 'Menu/Info' button repeatedly to display programme information.
Signal Strength Bar: Displays the strength of the current station.
PTY (Programme Type): Shows the type and description of the programme provided by the DAB station.
DAB Multiplex: Shows DAB multiplex for that station.
Channel number and Frequency: Displays the station's transmission channel number and frequency.
Signal Error: Provides details of the signal error rate.
Bit Rate: The data range which the signal is being transmitted.
Time: Displays the time.
Date: Displays the date.
Dynamic Label Segment (DLS): Displays scrolling text information supplied by the broadcaster.

DAB/DAB+ Settings

When on DAB mode, press and hold the 'Menu/Info' button to view DAB settings.
Use the 'Previous' and 'Next' buttons to browse through the following options. Press the 'Select/Preset' button to select an option:
Full Scan: Complete a full rescan of available DAB stations.
Manual Tune: Scroll through the stations available with channel number and their frequency.
DRC (Dynamic Range Compression): Select to compress an audio's dynamic range.
Prune: Deletes stations that are no longer transmitting or have moved frequency.
Settings: View radio settings to change Time/Date, Set Backlight, Set Brightness, Language, Factory Reset, SW version.

DAB/DAB+/FM Preset Stations

How to preset a radio station

Up to 10 preset stations can be set To store a station that you are currently playing:
To save your first preset station, press and hold the 'Select/Preset' button for 2-3 seconds until Preset Store settings open, and "Preset Store <1: (Empty)" displays on the screen.
Press the 'Previous' or 'Next' buttons to select a preset number to save to. Press the 'Select/Preset' button to confirm.
Once the station is saved as a preset, the display will then show "Preset (x) stored".

How to play a preset radio station

To play your preset radio stations, press (do not hold) the 'Select/Preset' button to open Preset Recall settings.
Press the 'Previous' or 'Next' button to scroll through your preset stations from 1-10.
Once you have found the chosen preset station you wish to play, press the 'Select/Preset' button to select your choice. The station will now begin to play.

FM Radio

FM Scan

Press the 'Mode/Key' button to switch to FM radio.
The first time you do this, FM frequency "87.50MHz" will be displayed on the screen.
To autoscan to the next or previous available station, press and hold the 'Next' button or the 'Previous' button.
After searching has finished the unit will automatically play the first station stored with a good signal.

How to tune a frequency manually

To listen to a specific frequency, you can press the 'Next' and 'Previous' buttons repeatedly to browse slowly up the bandwidth.

FM Station Information

When listening to an FM station with good signal, you can view available station information by pressing the 'Menu/Info' button repeatedly.
Signal Strength Bar: Displays a signal bar with the strength of the current station.
PTY (Programme Type): Shows the type and description of the programme provided by the DAB station.
Channel Frequency: Displays the station's frequency.
Time: Displays the time.
Date: Displays the date.
Dynamic Label Segment (DLS): Displays scrolling text information supplied by the broadcaster.

FM Radio Settings

When on FM mode, press and hold the 'Menu/Info' button to access FM settings.
Use the 'Previous' and 'Next' buttons to browse through the following options Press the 'Select/Preset' button to confirm:
Scan setting: Choose whether you would like the radio to scan for strong stations only or all stations.
Audio setting: Choose between stereo or mono audio.
Settings: Access radio settings: Time/Date, Set Backlight, Set Brightness, Language, Factory Reset, SW version.

Set Backlight

Use the 'Next' and 'Previous' buttons to edit the length of time the backlight will remain lit before automatically dimming. Decide between the following periods of time: 10, 20, 30, 45, 60, 90, 120, 180, and 300 seconds and confirm by pressing the 'Select/Preset' button.

Set Brightness

Use the 'Next' and 'Previous' buttons to choose between three different brightness settings for your radio display screen: OFF, Low, Medium, or High. Confirm your chosen brightness with the 'Select/ Preset' button.

Language

Select a language by using the 'Next' or 'Previous' buttons to scroll through and confirm.

Factory Reset

Select this option to perform a Factory Reset.
The radio will then display: "Factory Reset?" Use the 'Next' or 'Previous' buttons to select 'Yes' or 'No' and press 'Select/Preset' to confirm.

Radio Settings

In DAB or FM mode, access the radio settings by holding down the 'Menu/Info' button.
Scroll through to 'Settings' using the 'Next' or 'Previous' buttons. Press 'Select/Preset' to confirm. The following options will display:

Time/Date
On first use of the DAB radio, the time and date will be automatically set. If you wish to manually set the time and date, select this option. The below options will then display:
Set Time/Date: Set the time first, followed by the date. Use the 'Next' and 'Previous' buttons to edit the date and time and press the 'Select/Preset' button to confirm. Once complete it will display "Time/Date Saved".
Auto update: If DAB mode is not yet scanned, you can do an automatic set of the clock and date.
Set 12/24 hour: Select between a 12 hour or 24 hour clock.
Set Date format: Change the date format (DD-MM-YY or MM-DD-YY).

SW Version (Software)

Select to view the software version of the radio.

Lock/Unlock function

Press and hold the 'Mode/Key' button to lock/unlock the device. Once charged, the radio will have 10-12 hours of battery portability.

Charging the radio

Connect the USB cable from a free USB port on your computer or from a USB mains plug to the charging port at the side of the radio. From low power, the battery can take up to two hours to fully charge.
Once charged, the radio will have 10-12 hours of battery portability.
The radio has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery with a voltage of DC5V and a current of 500mA.

Troubleshooting

Observation Potential Cause/Solution
No power/function Check that the radio is charging and use when fully charged.
Ensure radio is switched on by holding down the ON/OFF button.
No sound Check whether unit is set to MUTE.
A station may not be tuned in Perform a rescan of the DAB or FM mode and ensure that you are in an area with good signal.
Device not working Perform a reset of the radio and try rescanning for DAB and FM stations.
My radio is displaying "F/W Update Mode" If the radio is switched off and you press the 'Select' button as you turn the radio back on, the radio will go into update mode. To go back to working mode, insert a pin into the 'Reset' port into the back of the radio. This will remove the F/W Update Mode screen.

Specifications

USB Charger Wire 5V 0.5A
Lithium battery 37V/1000mAh
Frequency Range DAB: Band III 5A-13F
FM: 87.5MHz to 108 MHz
Earphone output power 2 mW (32Ω)
Battery portability 10-12 hours from a full charge and dependent on DAB or FM mode
Dimensions 7.9 x 2.2 x 5.4 cm; 59 g

Support

If you require further assistance with your new product, please contact our support team on the Majority website: www.majority.co.uk/support

Safety Information

  1. Read these instructions.
  2. Keep these instructions Instructions are also available for download at www.majorityradios.co.uk.
  3. Heed all warnings.
  4. Follow all instructions.
  5. Do no clean the apparatus near or with water.
  6. Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
  7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
  8. Protect the power from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
  9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
  10. Unplug this apparatus during light storms or when unused for long periods of time.
  11. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in a 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 the rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.
  12. No naked flame sources, such as lit candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
  13. Dispose of used electrical products and batteries safely according to your local authority and regulations.

ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be places on the apparatus.
Main plug is used to disconnect device and it should remain readily operable during intended use. 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 such as sunshine, fire or the like.


Please read all instructions carefully before use and keep for future reference.
shock hazard Risk of electric shock. Do not open.
warning Read all instructions carefully before use and keep for future reference.
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

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