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Software Version Using Earphones Reset Function Other information Specifications Product support Help and assistance Disposal Guarantee section of these instructions, or online at www.bush-support. com If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 604 0105...
Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - Read all the instructions carefully before using the unit and keep them for future reference. - Check that the voltage marked on the rating label matches your mains voltage.
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Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating - To prevent the risk of electric shock or fire hazard due to overheating, ensure that curtains and other materials do not obstruct the ventilation vents. - Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space, ensure that a minimum of 10cm should be kept around the apparatus for ventilation.
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Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating C A U TION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating Supervision - Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the unit. - Never let anyone especially children push anything into the holes, slots or any other openings in the case - this could result in a fatal electric shock.
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Getting to know your DAB/FM Digital Radio...
Getting to know your DAB/FM Radio You’ll be up and running in no time Ready? Let’s begin... Please read these instructions carefully. They contain important information which will help you get the best from your product and ensure safe and correct installation and operation.
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Getting to know your DAB/FM Radio You’ll be up and running in no time Right view Bottom view 11. POWER/HOLD BUTTON 12. HEADPHONE JACK 13. DC INPUT JACK 14. RESET BUTTON 15. Earphones...
Getting to know your DAB/FM Radio You’ll be up and running in no time FIRST CHARGE / RECHARGE THE BATTERY The unit has a built-in rechargeable Lithium (Li) battery. The battery is charged automatically whenever the unit is connected to a computer or USB charging device with the USB cable (USB charging device &...
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Getting to know your DAB/FM Radio You’ll be up and running in no time - During battery operation, the POWER button will work as a POWER ON/OFF button. The display will be totally off when the radio is powered off. The display backlight will be full brightness after radio power on, and it will turn to dim after a few seconds.
Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started POWER SOURCE Mains Power 1. Connect the unit to a micro USB power adapter (not included) using a micro USB cable (not included). 2. Unwind the micro USB cable to its full length. 3.
Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Battery Power 1. Connect the micro USB cable to the DC IN socket on the unit. Connect the micro USB power adapter to the mains socket. 2. Battery will automatically start charging. 3. To check the charged capacity, switch on the unit and press the MENU/INFO button repeatedly in ON mode until the display shows <charging #>.
Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started - During battery operation, the POWER/ HOLD button will work as a POWER ON/ OFF button. The display will be totally off when the radio is powered off. The display backlight will be at full brightness after radio power on, and it will dim after a few seconds.
Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started While using battery power, 1. Slide the POWER/HOLD button to switch on the unit. 2. Slide the POWER/HOLD button again to switch off the unit. The POWER/HOLD Button will revert to centre after every slide. Before switching on the unit, make sure the earphones (aerial) is fully extended and completely inserted into the socket.
Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Automatically Setting the Clock The clock will be updated automatically if you can receive DAB/FM signal in your location. In order to synchronise to the current local time, you must leave the unit for a period of time to receive signals from the DAB/FM station.
Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Set time format Press the◄ ►buttons to select Set 24 hour or Set 12 hour, then press the ENTER button to confirm. Set date format Press the◄ ►buttons to select MM-DD-YYYY or DD- MM-YYYY, then press the ENTER button to confirm.
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Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Full Scan The full scan will search for the entire DAB Band III channels. After the scan has finished, the first alphanumerically found station will be automatically selected. 1. To activate full scan, press the SCAN button. The display will show “Scanning…”...
Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Manual Tuning Manual tuning can help add stations that were missed by full scan. 1. Press and hold the MENU/INFO button and then the◄ ► buttons to select <Manual tune>. Press the ENTER button to confirm. 2.
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Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Recalling a Preset Station 1. Once you have saved a station, you can recall it by pressing the PRESET button. 2. Press the◄ ►buttons to select the desired preset station number. 3. Press the ENTER button to confirm. 4.
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Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Signal Strength Scrolling Text This shows a slide bar to indicate the signal strength, the Signal Strength stronger the signal, the longer the bar will be from left to right. Programme Type Programme Type This describes the “style”...
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Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Signal Error This displays a number showing the error rate. 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 re-orient the aerial or re- position the unit.
Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started FM OPERATION Switching from DAB to FM Mode To switch the unit from DAB to FM mode, press the MODE button once. Auto Scan 1. To activate auto scan, press the SCAN button. The display will show “Scanning…”...
Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Scan Setting This is a scanning option to scan all stations, or just scan stations with a strong signal. 1. Press and hold the MENU/INFO button and then press the◄ ►buttons to select <Scan setting>. Press the ENTER button to confirm.
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Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Presetting Stations You can store up to 10 of your favourite FM stations to the memory. This will enable you to access your favourite stations quickly and easily. 1. To store a preset, you must first be listening to the station that you would like to save.
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Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started FM Display Modes Every time you press the MENU/INFO button, the display will show the following display modes. Radio Text This is a scrolling message information about the current programme. Programme Type This describes the “Style” or “genre” of programme that is being broadcast.
Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started Radio Text Programme Type Frequency Date Time Battery Status Audio Info SLEEP 1. To set the sleep timer, press and hold the INFO/ MENU button to enter Menu. 2. Press the◄ ►buttons to select <System> and press the ENTER button to confirm.
Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started BACKLIGHT In mains power mode there are 3 backlight level to choose. 1. To set the Backlight, press and hold the INFO/ MENU button to enter Menu. 2. Press the◄ ►buttons to select <System> and press the ENTER button to confirm.
Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started FACTORY RESET When you move the unit to another part of the country, your pre-tuned and stored Radio stations may no longer be available and you might need to reset the unit back to its original factory settings. To perform a factory reset, do the following: 1.
Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started SOFTWARE VERSION 1. Press and hold the MENU/INFO button and then press the ◄ ►buttons to select <System>. Press the ENTER button to confirm. 2. Press the◄ ►buttons to select <SW version>, then press the ENTER button to confirm. 3.
Using your DAB/FM Radio Let’s get started - Long-term exposure to loud music may cause hearing damage. It is best to avoid extreme volume when using earphones, especially for extended periods of time. - Using other earphones may affect performance of unit. Some earphones with integrated microphones may have low volume and affect reception.
Other information Helpful technical information SPECIFICATION Power Supply DC 5V 1A Built in Battery 3.7V 1000mAh Radio Frequency FM 87.5 – 108 MHz DAB 174 – 240 MHz Dimension approx.56mm (W) x 18mm(D) x 85mm(H) Net Weight approx. 68g Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Product support Help is always at hand Help and assistance If you require any technical guidance or find that your DAB/FM Digital Radio is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions or online at www.argos-support.co.uk If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 604 0105.
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Product support Help is always at hand Date of purchase This will be shown on your receipt Local call rates applies* Line open 8am-7pm Monday to Saturday and 10am- 4pm Sunday *Calls to Argos enquiry lines may attract a charge and set up fee from residential lines depending on your call plan/tariff.
Product support Help is always at hand This appliance complies with the following EEC directives: 2006/95/EEC Low voltage directive, 2004/108/EMC directive Disposal This symbol on the product or in the instructions means that your electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed at the end of its life separately from your household waste.
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Product support Help is always at hand Notes for battery disposal The batteries used with this product contain chemicals that are harmful to the environment. To preserve our environment, dispose of used batteries according to your local laws or regulations. Do not dispose of batteries with normal household waste.
Help is always at hand Call us now and activate your 12 month guarantee Thank you for choosing Bush. Your new product is guaranteed against faults and breakdowns for 12 months. Don’t forget to register it with us today so we can provide you with our best possible after-sales service and useful updates.
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Specifications are subject items. to change without notice. The product must be Bush disclaim any liability correctly installed and for loss or damage arising operated in accordance from the breakdown of with the instructions the product.
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