Enjoy Listening ROBERTS FM Stereo/AM PLL Digital Radio Please read this manual before use
Contents Contents.......................................................................................... 1 Controls......................................................................................... 2-4 Earphones ...................................................................................... 5 Display ............................................................................................ 6 Battery...........................................................................................
Controls (front) 3 2 4 1 5 1. Mono/Stereo button 4. Volume Up button 2. Deep bass boost / Step button 5. Volume Down button 3.
Controls (rear) 6 7 8 9 3 6. Tuning / Jog wheel 8. Lock switch 7. Power / Band button 9.
Controls (top) 10 11 10. Earphone socket 11 .
Earphones 12.
Display C D E F G ST B H A I A. Waveband indicator F. Lock indicator B. Battery power indicator G. Memory preset indicator C. Signal strength indicator H. Deep bass boost indicator D. FM Stereo indicator I. Time / Frequency indicator E.
Battery 1. Open the battery cover located on the rear of your radio by sliding it in the direction shown by the arrow. 2. Insert two LR03 (AAA) size batteries into the compartment. Ensure that batteries are inserted in accordance with the diagram shown inside the battery compartment and close the battery cover. 3. Batteries should be replaced when the low battery indicator flashes and ‘E’ appears on the display. 4.
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Lock switch The Lock switch is used to prevent unintentional operation of your radio. 1. Set the Lock switch located on the back of your radio to the ‘Lock’ position. The power and all other buttons will be disabled, this will prevent accidental operation when your radio is packed in a suitcase or travel bag. 2. To prevent accidental operation of the controls when your radio is switched on, set the Lock switch to the left ‘Lock’ position, the symbol will appear in the display. 3.
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Earphones Plug the earphones into the Earphone socket located on the top of your radio. Check that the volume control is not set too loud and place the earpieces into your ears. IMPORTANT: Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. Aerials The lead connecting earphones to your radio acts as an FM aerial when plugged into the Earphone socket. The lead should be extended as much as possible to increase reception. For MW (AM) reception there is a built in ferrite aerial.
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Setting the time 1. After inserting the batteries your radio will show 12:00 until the correct time is set. The time is shown using the 12 hour clock format. 2. To set the correct time, press and hold the Jog wheel for 2 seconds. The hour digits will flash on the display. 3. Push the Jog wheel Up or Down to choose the desired hour and then click the Jog wheel. The minute digits will flash on the display. Push and hold the jog wheel Up or Down to advance the time quickly. 4.
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Scan tuning The earphone lead should be extended as much as possible to increase FM reception. For MW (AM) reception there is a built in ferrite aerial. Rotate your radio to the position giving best reception. 1. Press and release the Power button to switch on your radio. 2. Press and release the Band button until the desired waveband FM1, FM2 or MW(AM) is selected. 3.
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Manual tuning The earphone lead should be extended as much as possible to increase FM reception. For MW (AM) reception there is a built in ferrite aerial. Rotate your radio to the position giving best reception. 1. Press and release the Power button to switch on your radio. 2. To select the required waveband repeatedly press the Band button. 3. Push the Jog wheel up or down to tune to a station. With each push of the jog wheel the frequency will advance in the following increments.
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Presetting stations There are 5 memory presets for each waveband FM1, FM2 and MW. 1. Press and release the Power button to switch on your radio. 2. Tune to the required station using one of the methods previously described. 3. Press and hold down the required Memory Preset button (1-5) until a beep is heard (via earphones). The preset number will momentarily flash in the display and the station will be stored under the chosen preset button. 4. Repeat this procedure for the remaining presets. 5.
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Mono / Stereo mode - FM Your radio will play stereo FM broadcasts in stereo provided that the received signal is of adequate strength. However, as a stereo signal becomes weaker the audio signal will become poorer. It may be preferable to force the radio to play the station in mono in order to reduce the level of background hiss. 1. To reduce the hiss press and release the Mono/Stereo button until the stereo indicator is removed from the display. 2.
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Auto power off 1. In order to save battery power, your radio is designed to automatically switch off after 90 minutes of use. 2. For continuous listening switch off your radio and then press and hold the Power button in until the auto shut off indicator disappears from the display. 3. To use the auto shut off feature again, switch off the radio and press and release the Power button.
2,3 1 2,3 4 Note: For most countries including western Europe, the USA and most of Asia, FM signals are in the range 87 to 108MHz (option F02). For FM listening in Japan use option F00. Band F03 may be needed to allow reception of some services in eastern Europe.
Tuning step size - FM The majority of FM radio stations use frequencies which are multiples of 100kHz. To change the FM tuning step size between 50kHz and 100kHz please follow steps 1 - 4 on page 23, followed by the steps below. 5. Push the Jog wheel Up or Down to choose 50 kHz or 100 kHz on the FM band and then click the Jog wheel. Tuning step size - MW (AM) In Europe and many parts of the world MW (AM) tuning steps are 9kHz. In north and south America the MW tuning step size is 10kHz.
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Troubleshooting In case of malfunction due to electrostatic discharge, just reset the product (reconnection of power source may be required) to resume normal operation. General Do not allow this unit to be exposed to moisture e.g. dripping or splashing. Do not leave your radio where excessive heat could cause damage such as in a parked car where the heat from the sun can build up even though the outside temperature may not seem too high. The name plate is located on the back of the radio.
• Your radio should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the radio. • It is recommended to operate the product such that there is a minimum distance (10cm recommended) to adjacent objects in order to ensure good ventilation. • The ventilation of the product should not be restricted by covering it or its ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains etc.
Specifications Batteries 2 x LR03 (AAA size) Battery Life Approx. 30 hrs using alkaline battery Frequency coverage FM 87.5 - 108MHz AM 522 - 1629kHz (9kHz) AM 520 - 1710kHz (10kHz) Output Power 2 x 1.0mW Earphone Jack 3.
Guarantee This instrument is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of delivery to the original owner against failure due to faulty workmanship or component breakdown, subject to the procedure stated below. Should any component or part fail during this guarantee period it will be repaired or replaced free of charge. The guarantee does not cover: 1. Damage resulting from incorrect use. 2. Consequential damage. 3. Receivers with removed or defaced serial numbers.
ROBERTS RADIO TECHNICAL SERVICES 97-99 Worton Road Isleworth Middlesex TW7 6EG Technical Helpline :- 020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri during office hours) website: http://www.robertsradio.co.
