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Kathrein DAB+ link M11 Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 DAB+ link M11 | white mono DAB+ link M11 | black mono DAB+ link S12 | white stereo DAB+ link S12 | black stereo Operating Manual Fernbedienung über App...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Preface Intended Use 2. Safety Instructions Safety Instruction Operational Safety Connecting the Device Protect the device from damage Risk of Injury Information on the radio interface Handling Batteries Cleaning the Device Legal Information 3. Scope of Delivery 4.
  • Page 4 Daylight saving Time Standby mode Location 6.10 WiFi/network selection 7. Settings General Operation 7.1.1 Menu button 7.1.2 Back button 7.1.3 List button 7.1.4 Mode button System 7.2.1 Language 7.2.2 Date time 7.2.3 Network 7.2.4 Alarm 7.2.5 Edit timer 7.2.6 Standby mode 7.2.7 Sleep timer 7.2.8 Backlight...
  • Page 5 Selecting an internet radio station Searching for an internet radio station Saving radio stations Saving radio stations to your favourites list Local radio stations Changing the volume Switching operating mode AUX IN 8.10 UPnP 8.11 USB playback/multimedia 8.12 EQ (equaliser) 8.13 Weather 8.14 Recording radio broadcasts 8.15 Radio as a Bluetooth receiver...
  • Page 6 12. Disposal Information 12.1 Disposing of packaging 12.2 Device disposal 12.3 Disposing of batteries 13. PROPERTIES AND TECHNICAL DATA 14. Service and Support 15. SIMPLIFIED EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 75 16. Legal Notice...

  • Page 7: Preface

    1. PREFACE Valued customer, thank you for choosing this product. Please read these instructions carefully and keep them for future reference. This operating manual is part of the device! If you sell or pass on the device, please make sure you also hand over the operating manual. Intended Use This product is a consumer electronics device.

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SYMBOL MEANING This signal indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if the instruction is not observed, will result in death or serious injury. This signal indicates a hazard with a medi- um level of risk which, if the instruction is not observed, may result in death or seri- ous injury.
  • Page 9 SYMBOL MEANING Protection class II Electrical devices that fall under protection class II have reinforced or double insulation to the amount of the rated insulation voltage between active and accessible parts (VDE 0100 part 410, 412.1). They usually have no connection to the protective conductor.

  • Page 10: Safety Instruction

    Safety Instruction Check the device before use. The device must not be used if it is defective or damaged. Risk of injury Risk of injury to children and people with reduced physical, sensory or mental ability (e.g. disabled people, elderly people with limited physical and mental ability) or a lack of experience and knowledge.

  • Page 11: Operational Safety

    If you notice visible damage or if the device shows visible damage, do not use it anymore. • If you discover a technical or mechanical problem, please contact KATHREIN Service. • Only use the power adapter provided! Never use any other power adapter.
  • Page 12 smoke developing from the device or the power unit. Loud or unusual noises can also be a sign of a malfunction. • Ziehen Sie in diesem Fall sofort das Netzteil aus der Netzsteckdose. • Fassen Sie das Netzteil ausschließlich am Gehäuse an. Ziehen Sie das Netzteil niemals am Kabel aus der Steckdose.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Device

    Connecting the Device • Only connect the device to a properly installed, earthed and electri cally protected socket. • Please ensure that the power source (socket) is easily accessible. • Do not kink or crush any cable connections. • Before using the device, check whether the voltage specification on the device corresponds to local mains voltage.

  • Page 14: Risk Of Injury

    • Ensure that there is sufficient distance from other objects so that the device is not covered and adequate ventilation is always guaranteed. • Avoid direct sunlight and unusually dusty locations. • Do not place any heavy objects on the device or the power adapter. •...

  • Page 15: Information On The Radio Interface

    Information on the radio interface The device generates an electromagnetic field. Please pay attention to notices in your area that prohibit or restrict the operation of electronic devices. This may be the case, for example, in hospitals, at petrol stations and tank facilities or at airports.

  • Page 16: Handling Batteries

    Handling Batteries In principle, only use the type of battery included in the delivery. Risk of injury! • Improper handling of batteries poses a risk of injury! • Never open batteries, short-circuit them or throw them into flames. • Never charge batteries. Attempting to charge batteries can create a risk of explosion.
  • Page 17 There is a risk of explosion if batteries are used improperly! • Only use new batteries of the same type. • Please never use new and old batteries together in one device. • Pay attention to the correct polarity when inserting the batteries. •...

  • Page 18: Cleaning The Device

    Cleaning the Device • Unplug the device prior to cleaning. • Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the device. Please do not use any liquids to clean the device. • Do not use any solvents or cleaning agents, as these may damage the surface or labelling.

  • Page 19: Scope Of Delivery

    Telefon: +49 731 270-909 70 Scope of delivery: • Radio DAB+ link M11 | white mono, Radio DAB+ link M11 | black mono, Radio DAB+ link S12 | white stereo or Radio DAB+ link S12 | black stereo •...

  • Page 20: Overview Of The Controls

    4. OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROLS ① ② ⑦ ⑧ ③ ④ ⑨ ⑩ ⑤ ⑥ ⑪ ⑫ ⑬ ⑭ ⑮ ⑯ ⑰ ⑬ ⑭ ⑮ ⑯ ⑰...
  • Page 21 1. List Displays a list of the 40 most recently selected radio stations. 2. Preset Displays the favourite programme list. 3. Station memory slot 1/Play/Pause In radio mode, switches to the 1st station memory slot. Starts or pauses playback in USB/media/UPnP/Bluetooth mode. 4.
  • Page 22 10. Mode Switches between the radio’s various operating modes (internet radio, local radio, FM, DAB+, Cloud music, UPnP, AUX, multimedia, Bluetooth). 11. REC/record Starts a recording of the current radio programme on a connected USB storage device. 12. Back This button takes you one step back in the menu. 13.

  • Page 23: Remote Control

    5. REMOTE CONTROL The radio can be controlled using either the buttons on the device or the remote control. The remote control is the more convenient and easier way to operate the device. ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧...
  • Page 24 1. Standby button Press this button to turn the device on or into standby mode. 2. Mode Switch between the different modes. This button can be programmed with a different function (see „8.16 Changing the function of the MODE but- ton“...
  • Page 25 11. INFO Displays information about the current radio programme. 12. Menu Use this button to view the device menu 13. ● Rec Starts a recording of the current radio programme to a connected USB storage device. Hold the button for more than 2 seconds to activate the timer menu for recording a radio broadcast.

  • Page 26: Installation

    6. INSTALLATION General operating instructions • Switch the device on or off using the standby button on the device or the remote control. • You can use the VOL+ button on the remote control or turn the knob on the device to increase the volume. •...

  • Page 27: Antenna Connection

    Pay attention to the correct battery polarity! Reinsert the battery com- partment. Antenna Connection Screw the antenna provided into the antenna connection on the back of the device. Power Connection Connect the power adapter provided to the corresponding port on the back of the device.

  • Page 28: Date Time Mode

    Date time mode Select how the radio should synchronise the time here. Use the buttons on the remote control to make a selection. Use the OK button on the remote control or press the knob on the device to confirm your selection.

  • Page 29: Daylight Saving Time

    Use the buttons on the remote control to make a selection. Use the OK button on the remote control or press the knob on the device to confirm. Daylight saving Time Switch on daylight saving time here if it currently applies. Use the buttons on the remote control to make a selection.

  • Page 30: Location

    Use the buttons on the remote control to make a selection. Use the OK button on the remote control or press the knob on the device to confirm. If ‘Standby with clock’ is selected, the device’s power consumption will increase slightly. Please note that the alarm clock function is deactivated in ECO stand- by, as the time is not updated.

  • Page 31: Wifi/Network Selection

    Use the buttons on the remote control to make a selection. Use the OK button on the remote control or press the knob on the device to confirm. 6.10 WiFi/network selection In the next step, you will be shown all the available WiFi networks that are within range of the device.
  • Page 32 Please note that the router registration process can take some time.

  • Page 33: Settings

    7. SETTINGS General Operation 7.1.1 Menu button Press and hold the Menu button on the device or remote control. Regardless of current device settings, this always returns you to the main menu. Navigate the main menu using the buttons or the knob on the device.

  • Page 34: Back Button

    7.1.2 Back button Using the back button will always take you one step back. 7.1.3 List button In radio mode, pressing the List button displays an overview of radio stations you have previously listened to. 7.1.4 Mode button You can use the Mode button to switch between the radio’s various operating modes.

  • Page 35: Date Time

    7.2.2 Date time Use the buttons on the remote control to make a selection. Use the OK button on the remote control or press the knob on the device to confirm. The device’s factory setting is to automatically set the time. If the device is connected to the internet via the network, the time and date are automatically synchronised.
  • Page 36 Press the MENU button on the remote control or on the device and use buttons on the remote control or the knob on the device to select System in the menu. Use the OK button on the remote control or the knob on the device to confirm your selection.

  • Page 37: Alarm

    Please note that the registration process can take some time. 7.2.4 Alarm The device can be used as a radio alarm clock. You can set up to 5 alarm times in this menu option. To set an alarm, please proceed as follows: •...
  • Page 38 Select one of the 5 available alarms and confirm by pressing the knob on the device or the OK button on the remote control. Activate the alarm clock via the Status line. In the next line, set the time for the alarm. Use the number pad on the remote control or the knob on the device.

  • Page 39: Edit Timer

    Please note that at least one favourite station must be saved for the selected reception mode if choosing the radio station option. To stop an alarm, press the Taste button on the remote control or the device. To activate the snooze function, press any button on the device (apart from the Standby button).
  • Page 40 Select your desired function then confirm by pressing the knob on the device or the OK button on the remote control. Eco standby In this mode, the device consumes very little power when in standby mode. The time is not displayed in this standby mode. Standby with clock In this mode, the time is displayed in standby mode if you turn the device off by using the Standby button.

  • Page 41: Sleep Timer

    7.2.7 Sleep timer The sleep timer function can be used to automatically switch the radio into standby mode. Here, you can determine the amount of time until the device automatically switches off. Use the buttons on the remote control or the knob on the device to select Sleep timer in the menu and press the OK button on the remote control or the knob on the device to confirm.

  • Page 42: Location Setting

    It may be necessary to update the operating software to improve the device’s function.The USB interface allows you to update your radio’s operating software, which is available on www.kathrein-ds.com required. The software provided on the website must be unzipped. The unzipped file is then transferred to an appropriate storage medium and connected to the radio via the USB port.

  • Page 43: Factory Settings

    Alternatively, the update can be carried out via the network connec- tion. In this case, select Via network. 7.2.11 Factory settings This part of the menu lets you restore the device’s factory settings. The device will then subsequently restart with its factory settings. Use the buttons on the remote control or the knob on the device to select Factory settingsin the System menu then press the OK button...

  • Page 44: Operation

    8. OPERATION DAB+ radio You can receive digitally transmitted radio stations in this radio mode. Press the MENU button on the remote control or on the device use the buttons to select the menu item DAB/DAB+. To confirm your selection, press the OK button on the remote control or press the knob on the device.

  • Page 45: Dab Manual Search

    Switch to the automatic station search line and confirm by pressing the Enter/OK button on the remote control or by pressing the control knob on the device. The radio will now automatically search for all receivable digital radio stations and then save them in a station list. You can access these as described in Chapter „8.1.1 Station list“...

  • Page 46: Selecting An Internet Radio Station

    Selecting an internet radio station Use the arrow buttons in the main menu to select Internet radio and then press the OK button on the remote control or the OK button on the device to confirm. As soon as you have switched to internet radio mode, you’ll be shown an overview.

  • Page 47: Searching For An Internet Radio Station

    Podcasts Here, you can choose from a number of radio podcasts. History This list shows the 40 most recent radio stations you have selected. Search You can use this function to search for a specific radio station. Searching for an internet radio station Select the Search line and confirm by pressing the OK knob on the device.

  • Page 48: Saving Radio Stations

    Saving radio stations You can store up to 4 radio stations on one station memory button. Select a radio station that you want to save and hold down the station memory button on the device on which you want to store the radio sta- tion for approx.

  • Page 49: Changing The Volume

    This part of the menu lets you sort a selection of various internet radio stations by country region so you can find them more easily. You can use the buttons here to select your desired programme list. Confirm your entry by pressing OK. Changing the volume Adjust the volume using the VOL+/VOL- buttons on the remote control or by using the knob on the device.

  • Page 50: Switching Operating Mode

    Switching operating mode Press the MODE button on the remote control to switch between AUX, UPnP, local radio, DAB+ radio, FM radio, Cloud music, UPnP, AUX IN, multimedia, internet radio and Bluetooth operating modes. AUX IN You can connect an external music player to the radio, e.g. an MP3 player.

  • Page 51: Upnp

    The radio is equipped with an AUX IN input that is suitable for a 3.5 mm stereo jack. 8.10 UPnP If you have connected the radio to a wireless network, you can also use the radio as a media player to play music files from connected devices in the network such as PCs or smartphones via UPnP.

  • Page 52: Usb Playback/Multimedia

    8.11 USB playback/multimedia You can play MP3 music files from a USB storage device. To do so, insert a USB drive containing music files into the USB port on the back. Press the MENU button on the remote control or on the device, and use buttons on the remote control or the control dial on the device to select Multimedia.
  • Page 53 Use the buttons on the remote control or thecontrol knob on the device to select Equalizer in the main menu then press the OK button on the remote control or the knob on the device to confirm Use the buttons on the remote control or the control knob on the device to select a sound preset and confirm by pressing OK on the remote control or by pressing the knob on the device.Under My EQ profile, you can change the radio’s basic settings.

  • Page 54: Weather

    8.13 Weather The device can show current weather information for your location. To view the weather, select Weather in the radio’s main menu then press OK to confirm. You can use the MENU button to change the location for the weather report.

  • Page 55: Recording Radio Broadcasts

    8.14 Recording radio broadcasts You can use the device to record UKW, DAB+ and internet radio pro- grammes onto a connected USB data carrier. The radio creates a folder on the connected USB data carrier in which all recordings are stored. The folder is named PVR. The files are saved in the audio format transmitted by the radio station.
  • Page 56 Similarly to a video or DVD recorder, the radio can also be used to pro- gramme timed recordings to record radio broadcasts when you are not at home, for example. To do this, hold the Record button on the device or on the remote control for more than 2 seconds.

  • Page 57: Radio As A Bluetooth Receiver

    Now activate the Bluetooth function on the external device to be con- nected (for further details, please refer to the operating manual for this device). In the overview of available devices, search for „DAB+ link M11 oder DAB+ link S12“, select this and then establish the connection.

  • Page 58: Playing Media Via Bluetooth

    8.15.2 Playing media via Bluetooth Once you have established a Bluetooth connection as described in chapter „8.15.1 Establishing a Bluetooth connection“ on page 57, you can play music files stored on the external device via the radio. To do so, proceed as follows: Start music playback on the external device by activating the relevant playback function (MP3 player etc.) or choosing a title from the rele- vant playback list then beginning playback.

  • Page 59: Changing The Function Of The Mode Button

    Leave the menu by pressing the Back button. 8.17 Cloud music The DAB+ link M11 und DAB+ link S12 can be used to play UKW, internet and DAB radio stations as well as numerous internet music streaming services. The radio supports the following streaming providers:...

  • Page 60: Ewf Emergency-Warning-Functionality

    You can find out more about the registration process on the relevant provider’s website. Select your music streaming provider in the main menu and press OK toconfirm. Enter your account access details into the relevant form. If you have entered everything correctly, you should now have direct access to the music service.

  • Page 61: Setting Ewf

    8.18.2 Setting EWF Press the MENU button on the remote control or on device and select System using the buttons on the remote control or the rotary control on the device. Confirm with OK on the remote control or by pressing the rotary control on the device.

  • Page 62: Operation Via The App

    8.19 Operation via the app You can use the app to operate compatible internet radio services via your tablet or smartphone. The app is suitable for iOS and Android operating systems. This description corresponds to the app as at 05/2023. The app’s functions or appearance may be changed by software updates.
  • Page 63 Download the application from the Google Play Store® for Android ® operating systems or iTunes for iOS ® operating systems then install the app onto your mobile device (smartphone, tablet, ...). Start the app: When you start the app, it will automatically recognise the radio as long as it is registered to the same network.
  • Page 64 Touch controller You can use the touch controller to swipe right or left, up or down to control various functions, e.g. volume or programme selection. Accessing favourite stations You can use this function to view your saved favourite radio stations. Select a favourite radio station from the list.
  • Page 65 Switch operating mode Use this button to view current playback. Here, you can select internet, DAB + or FM radio sta- tions. You can also change the volume here. Here, you can begin recording to a USB data carrier. As well as the current radio station, any additional information provided by the radio station about the current programme will also be displayed.
  • Page 66 Remote control The remote control function lets you control the radio using a virtual remote control. To do this, tap the remote control symbol at the bottom. You can now control all radio functions with the help of this virtual remote control.

  • Page 67: Troubleshooting

    9. TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Possible cause and troubleshooting Display not on, Connect to power using the power cable radio does not react provided. Battery dead or incorrectly inserted. Please Remote control does not check that the batteries are inserted in the work correct direction.
  • Page 68 Symptom Possible cause and troubleshooting File with low bit rate. Check the audio file. Poor audio quality when Tip: For MP3 files, the bit rate should be playing music 192 Kbit/s or higher. Check the volume setting on the radio. Volume too low Check the volume setting on the paired device from which you are playing music.

  • Page 69: Storage

    Symptom Possible cause and troubleshooting Check network access points. The radio station is currently unavailable. The No internet radio station’s stations available link has been changed or it is no longer transmitting. USB data carrier not Make sure that the USB storage device is recognised FAT32 formatted.

  • Page 70: Disposal Information

    12. DISPOSAL INFORMATION 12.1 Disposing of packaging The packaging consistsexclusively of materials that can be recycled. Please dispose of these properly. 12.2 Device disposal The symbol on the right of a crossed out waste bin indicates that this device is subject to Directive 2012 / 19 / EU.

  • Page 71: Properties And Technical Data

    13. PROPERTIES AND TECHNICAL DATA Internetradio Audio codecs MP3 (bit rate up to 320 Kbits/s, samplingrate up to 48 KHz) AAC/AAC+ (bit rate up to 320 Kbits/s, sampling rate up to 48 KHz) WMA (bit rate up to 320 Kbits/s, samplingrate up to 48 KHz) DAB/DAB+/FM Reception range...
  • Page 72 Operating conditions Temperature range C – 45 Humidity 20 – 80 % relative humidity WiFi interface Frequency range 2.412 GHz – 2.4835 GHz Modulation CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK, 64-QAM, 16-QAM, QPSK, BPSK, IEEE standards IEEE 802.11b/g /n WiFi data rate 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps 802.11b 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps 802.11g...
  • Page 73 Technical data for adapter DAB+ link M11 Model name SOY-1500150EU-063G Input voltage 100 – 240V AC frequency input 50 Hz Output voltage 15 V Output power 1.5 A Output capacity 22.5 W Average operational e ciency 82.50 % E ciency at minor power (10%) 82.61 %...

  • Page 74: Service And Support

    The technical data corresponds to the current status at the time of printing. Changes are reserved. The warranty period for the Kathrein DAB+ link M11 und DAB+ link S12 corresponds to the statutory provisions at the time of purchase. However, should problems arise with your radio, please contact:...

  • Page 75: Simplified Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    15. SIMPLIFIED EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hereby, KATHREIN Digital Systems GmbH declares that the radio equipment types DAB+ link M11 | white mono (BN: 280500008), DAB+ link M11 | black mono (BN: 280500009), DAB+ link S12 | white stereo (BN: 280500010) und DAB+ link S12 | black stereo (BN: 280500011) are in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
  • Page 76 | support@kathrein-ds.com 936500216/d/A6/MK/0724/DE | Subject to change. KATHREIN Digital Systems GmbH Anton-Kathrein-Str. 1–3 83022 Rosenheim Germany Phone +49 731 270 909 70...

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