Sound for Generations ROBERTS Please read this manual before use DAB/FM RDS digital radio model RD-60
Headphone socket .......................................................20 Auxiliary input socket ....................................................20 Line output socket ........................................................21 Display backlight ..........................................................21 General .........................................................................22 Specifications ...............................................................22 Circuit features ....................
9. Auto Tune button 4. Auxiliary Input socket 10. Info button 8. FM/DAB button 3. Headphone socket 5. Telescopic aerial 7. On/Off button 2. Volume control 7 6. Favourite button 6 1. Low battery indicator 3 4 5 020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri) If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :- 1 2 (Top) Controls 8 13 10 11 13. LCD display 12. Tuning control 11.
3 15. Line output socket 14.
IMPORTANT: The mains adaptor is used as the means of connecting the radio to the mains supply. The mains socket used for the radio must remain accessible during normal use. In order to disconnect the radio from the mains completely, the mains adaptor should be removed from the mains socket outlet completely. 020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri) If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :- • The AC adaptor should be disconnected from the mains supply and the radio when not in use. 2.
5 7. If no signals are found it may be necessary to relocate your radio to a position giving better reception. Then, either switch your radio off and on again, or press the Auto Tune button to repeat the scan. 6. If the station list is still empty after the scan your radio will display "No stations available". 5. When the scanning is completed the first station (in numeric-alpha order 0...9...A....Z) will be selected. 4.
020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri) If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :- The use of radio station presets for selecting your preferred radio stations is described on page 16. Note: If after selecting a station the display shows "Not Available" it may be necessary to relocate your radio to a position giving better reception. 4. Adjust the Volume control to the required setting. 3. Press and release the Tuning control to select the station. The display may show "Now tuning...
Displays the name of DAB multiplex to which the current station belongs. Displays the current the time and date. Displays the frequency of the DAB multiplex for the station listened to. Displays the digital bit rate & audio type for the station being listened to. c. Multiplex Name d. Time and date e. Frequency f. 7 g. Signal Strength strength for the station being received. Displays a graph showing the signal Displays the type of station being listened to e.g. Pop, Classic, News etc. b.
020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri) If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :- 3. When the secondary service shuts down, your radio will automatically switch back to the main radio station (or primary service) if it is available. 2. Press and release the Tuning control to select the station. 1. Certain radio stations have one or more secondary services associated with them.
9 3. The clear unfilled rectangle indicates minimum signal level required for satisfactory reception. 2. Position your radio and try moving the aerial so as to give maximum number of black rectangles on signal strength display. Normally, the best reception will be found with the aerial vertical and fully extended. 1. Repeatedly press and release the Info button until the lower line of the display shows signal strength. Signal strength display - DAB 4.
020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri) If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :- Note: Not all DAB broadcasts are able to use the DRC function. If the broadcast does not support DRC, then the DRC setting in the radio will have no effect. 6. Press and release the Tuning control to confirm the setting. The display will return to normal tuning mode. DRC 1 - DRC level is used as sent by broadcaster. DRC 1/2 - DRC level is set to 1/2 that sent by broadcaster.
11 The use of radio station presets for selecting your preferred radio stations is described on page 16. 9. Adjust the Volume control to the required setting. 8. When the waveband end is reached your radio will recommence tuning from the opposite waveband end. 7. To scan the FM band in a downwards direction (high frequency to low frequency) press and hold down the Auto tune button for 0.5 seconds and then release. 6. To find other stations, press and release the Auto tune button as before. 5.
020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri) If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :- 6. To switch off your radio press the On/Off button. 5. Set the Volume control to the desired settings. 4. When the waveband end is reached the radio will recommence tuning from the opposite waveband end. 3. Rotate the Tuning control to tune to a station. With each click of the control the frequency will change up or down by 50 kHz. 2. Press the Band button to select the FM band.
Displays type of station being listened to e.g. Pop, Classic, News, etc. Displays the current time and date. Displays frequency of the station being listened to. Display shows Auto (stereo) or Mono. b. Program type c. Time and date d. Frequency e. Audio mode 13 Note: Your radio will display "NO RT" on the lower line of the display if there is no scrolling text available and "NO PTY" if there is no programme type information.
020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri) If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :- 2. Momentarily press the Favourite button, your radio will automatically select the DAB or FM waveband as needed and then tune to the radio station stored in the favourite memory. If your radio is in Auxiliary Input mode, press and release the DAB/FM button to select normal radio operation. 1. Carefully extend the telescopic aerial and switch on your radio. Recalling your favourite station 3.
15 6. To cancel the preset stations view, press and release the Preset button so that the heart symbol disappears from the display. Your radio will then be able to access the full station list using the Tuning control. 5. To listen to one of the preset radio stations, rotate the Tuning control until the required radio station is displayed. Press and release the Tuning control to select and tune to that station. 4.
020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri) If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :- Note: Stereo listening is only available when listening via headphones or when using the Line Out socket connected to an external amplifier. 2. To return to stereo mode press and release the Tuning control so that the display shows "Switching to Auto". Your radio will switch to stereo mode. 1. If a station being received is weak some hiss may be audible (especially when listening using headphones).
17 Note: The initial setting (out of the box, or after a System Reset) causes the radio to ignore weaker (or more distant) signals. 5. Press and release the Tuning control to confirm your selection. The radio will then revert to the normal information display. The Local or Distant setting is stored in the radio and remains in force until changed or until a System Reset. 4. Rotate the Tuning control to switch between Local and Distant options on the lower line of the display.
020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri) If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :- 3. After a few seconds the display will revert to the normal display mode. 2. Rotate the Tuning control until “SW Version” together with the version number appears on the display. 1. To view the software version on the display, ensure your radio is in DAB mode and press and hold the Info button for 2 seconds. The software display cannot be altered and is just for your reference.
19 If a problem persists our technical staff would be pleased to offer any assistance on operating the radio. Our technical helpline number is 020 8758 0338. In case of malfunction due to electrostatic discharge, reset the product (temporary disconnection of the power adaptor or removal or batteries may be required) to resume normal operation. 4. After a system reset a scan of the DAB band will be performed. 3.
020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri) If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :- 4. Remove the cable from the Auxiliary input socket or press and release the DAB/FM button to cancel Auxiliary Input mode. 3. Adjust the Volume control on your player and on the radio for comfortable listening. Note that the Auxiliary Input mode can only be selected when a plug is inserted in the socket. 2. Press the On/Off button to switch on the radio.
21 switched on. adaptor the display backlight will always be on whenever the radio is 2. When your radio is powered by the AC mains using the supplied mains will be switched on for approximately 12 seconds when any button is pressed. 1. When using the radio powered from batteries, the display backlight Display backlight A 3.5mm stereo Line out socket located on the rear of your radio is provided for connecting the audio signal to an external amplifier.
only (adaptor) DAB 020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri) If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :- 87.5-108MHz 174.928 - 239.200MHz FM Frequency Coverage Approx. 120 hours of listening for 4 hours a day at normal volume using alkaline cells. 4 x LR20 (D size) Batteries Battery Life AC 100 - 240 volts, 50 - 60 Hz Mains Power Requirements Specifications The name plate is located on the inside of the rear door on your radio.
1. Damage resulting from incorrect use. 3. Receivers with removed or defaced serial numbers. 2. Consequential damage. Issue 1 © 2008 Roberts Radio Limited http://www.robertsradio.co.uk Technical Helpline :- 020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri during office hours) TW7 6EG Isleworth Middlesex 97-99 Worton Road ROBERTS RADIO TECHNICAL SERVICES These statements do not affect the statutory rights of a consumer. Any claim under this guarantee should be made through the dealer from whom the instrument was purchased.