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- Page 1 GCR1880DAB Digital Alarm Clock Radio User Guide IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions carefully before use and keep for future reference.
- Page 2 Introduction Thank you for buying this Goodmans Digital Alarm Clock Radio. You may already be familiar with using a similar unit, but please take time to read these instructions. They are designed to familiarise you with the unit’s many features and to ensure you get the very best from your purchase.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
What’s in the box? Digital Alarm Clock Radio Power Adaptor Quick Start Guide The above images are for illustrative purposes only and may differ to the items supplied. Contents Your Digital Alarm Clock Radio ...4 System Settings ......14 What is Digital Radio? ....5 Troubleshooting .......15 Getting Started ......8 Specifications ......16... -
Page 4: Your Digital Alarm Clock Radio
Your Digital Alarm Clock Radio Top view SPEAKER Grill , SElECT Buttons t ,u ALARMS SELECT VOL- VOL+ AlARMS Button VOl -, VOl + Buttons STANDBY Button MODE/MENU Button STANDBY MODE/MENU SNOOZE Button lCD Display Rear view DC: 6V POWER IN jack AERIAl lead... -
Page 5: What Is Digital Radio
What is Digital Radio What is Digital Radio? DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) is the next generation of radio. DAB was developed in Europe by a consortium of broadcasters and manufacturers. DAB uses digital compression techniques to transform the source material, i.e. music and speech, into digital computer code before it is transmitted. -
Page 6: Getting Started
Getting Started Carefully remove your Digital Radio from the box. You may wish to store the packaging for future use. Positioning your Digital Radio Place your Digital Radio on a flat / stable surface that is not subject to vibrations. Avoid the following locations: •... - Page 7 Getting Started Turning the Unit On/Off Connect the power adapter to the DC Jack on the back of the unit. DC: 6V Then insert the power adapter into the wall outlet. Turn the mains power on and then press the STANDBY Button to turn on the unit. ALARMS ...
- Page 8 Getting Started Initial Scan When you first use your radio it will carry out a full scan for all digital radio stations. While scanning, the LCD will display an image similar to that below.
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Page 9: Using Dab Radio
Using DAB Radio Volume Control Selecting a Scan Adjust the radio volume by pressing the If you wish to select a scan at any time: VOl - or VOl + Button. Press and hold the MODE/MENU Button to access the menu. View Station Information Press the <... - Page 10 Using DAB Radio Display the Signal Strength DON’T FORGET! DRC to off indicates no compression; DRC to DON’T FORGET! Stations with low indicates little compression; signal strength below the minimum DRC to high shows maximum signal level will not provide a steady compression.
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Page 11: Using Presets
Using Presets Setting Station Presets Playing a Preset Station To select a stored station: DON’T FORGET! Preset Press the MODE/MENU Button to functionality is the same for DAB select the mode you wish to play. and FM radio stations. Press and hold the MODE/MENU Your radio can store 10 DAB &... -
Page 12: Using Fm Radio
Using FM Radio Scan Setting Using FM Radio By default, FM scans stop at any Press the MODE/MENU Button available station. This may result in a to switch to FM Mode from DAB poor signal-to-noise ratio (hiss) from Mode. weak stations. Once in FM mode, the radio will play To change the scan settings to stop only the station at the beginning of the FM... - Page 13 Using FM Radio View Station Information DON’T FORGET! There is a variety of station information transmitted by broadcasters, and this radio offers a convenient way for you to view this information. To view currently playing station information, follow this process: Press and hold the MODE/MENU Button until the display accesses...
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Page 14: System Settings
System Settings Set Time To view the set sleep time, press the SNOOZE Button again. Press and hold the MODE/MENU Button, then press the < Button Your radio will automatically turn to repeatedly to display the Time Standby mode after the set time has menu. - Page 15 System Settings Press the AlARMS button again to Alarm On time set alarm 2. This is the time the alarm will start to sound. Press the AlARMS Button one more time, and the relevant alarm Modify the alarm time using the icon will flash.
- Page 16 System Settings Get SW Version Alarm Volume The Alarm volume can be set to your To display the software version number: requirements. Press and hold the MODE/MENU Press the < or > Button to select Button, and then press the < the required alarm volume.
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Page 17: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult you retailer or service professional. WARNING: Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty and may cause injury or death. -
Page 18: Specifications
Specifications Power Supply • DC 6V, 500mA via supplied 230VAC/DC Adaptor Power Consumption • Speaker Power • Tuner Frequency Coverage • FM: 87.5 -108MHz • DAB: 174 - 240MHz LCD Display • High resolution display Dimensions • 172mm x 122mm x 54mm IMPORTANT: Due to continual revision and improvements to our products design, specifications are subject to change without notice. -
Page 19: Warnings
Warnings WEEE General Safety This Digital Alarm Clock Radio This Digital Alarm Clock Radio has been is labelled in accordance with designed and manufactured to meet European Directive 2002/96/EG European safety standards, but like concerning used electrical and any electrical equipment, care must electronic appliances (Waste be taken if you are to obtain the best Electrical and Electronic... -
Page 20: Electrical Safety
Warnings Ensure other people in your household This Digital Alarm Clock Radio is are conversant with the Digital Alarm supplied with a mains adaptor which Clock Radio. has been designed for indoor use only. Don’t obstruct the ventilation vents The mains adaptor is a sealed unit. on the Digital Alarm Clock Radio, There are no user serviceable parts for example with curtains or soft... -
Page 21: Guarantee
The Digital Alarm Clock Radio is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase. If any defect due to faulty materials or workmanship, contact the Goodmans Helpline. Have your receipt of purchase on hand. The guarantee is subject to the following provisions: • It is only valid within the boundaries of the country of purchase. - Page 24 0871 230 1777 GCR1880DAB-130712-Rev0...
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