Safety instructions Keep the unit away from heat sources. Do not use the unit near water. Avoid objects or liquids getting into the unit. Unplug the power lead if the unit will not be used for a long period. Mains safety The unit uses a 230V AC 50 Hz mains supply. When replacing the fuse in the supplied moulded mains plug, always refit the integral fuse holder/cover. Always fit a 3 amp fuse either in the plug or adapter, or at the distribution board. Do not attempt to remove any screws or open the unit.
Contents Introduction .............................................................. 3 Unpacking ................................................................ 4 Controls and Connectors ........................................... 5 Setting up ................................................................ 6 Using your DRX-601ESM ........................................... 8 Using the remote control ......................................... 11 Guide to Digital Radio .......................................
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Introduction Thank you for choosing the DRX-601ESM Digital Radio Tuner. This manual provides information on setting up your unit, instructions on using it and details of the accessories and support available. The DRX-601ESM is a dedicated high performance digital radio tuner. Also known as Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB), digital radio provides superb quality sound, eliminating the hiss, crackle and fade associated with analogue radio broadcasts.
Unpacking This section lists the contents of your DRX-601ESM package. Contact us if any items are missing or damaged. Package contents 1. DRX-601ESM Digital Radio Tuner unit 2. Two AAA batteries for the remote control handset 3. Infrared remote control handset 4. Stereo phono to stereo phono cable 5. DAB ‘T’ indoor aerial 6.
Controls and Connectors This section provides information on the controls and connectors available on the front and back panels of your DRX-601ESM. For information on the remote control, see page 11.
Setting up This section provides information on connecting your DRX-601ESM to your hi-fi and connecting your aerial. Connector sockets are provided on the back panel of your DRX-601ESM. Before connecting other devices to your DRX-601ESM, switch both devices off. Connecting to your amplifier To get sound from your DRX-601ESM you need to connect it to your speakers via an amplifier. This may be a stand alone unit or it may be built into your existing hi-fi system or powered speakers. 1.
Connecting to your aerial You need to connect either the supplied indoor aerial or an external DAB aerial to your DRX-601ESM to receive digital radio transmissions. Refer to page 15 for information on the different types of aerials available. For information on how to find out about DAB coverage in your area, see page 14. 1. Screw the aerial plug onto the F-type AERIAL connector on the rear of your DRX-601ESM. 2.
Using your DRX-601ESM This section provides information on using the main functions of your DRX-601ESM including tuning, selecting a service and altering the displayed information. Switching on and off Before switching on for the first time, check all connections and ensure that the volume on your amplifier is turned down. Push and release the Power button to switch the unit on or off. The LCD display will light up when the unit is switched on.
Selecting a service Once you have tuned your DRX-601ESM you can select the digital radio service you want to listen to. You use the large turn-and-push knob to select a service. 1. Rotate the large tuning knob to see the names of other stored services on the bottom line of the display. Stop when you find the service you want to listen to. 2. Push and release the large tuning knob to listen to the service you have selected. If the service you select is in stereo, the Stereo LED will light up.
Changing the display mode The DRX-601ESM display feature has four modes which enable you to view different parts of the broadcast data on the bottom line of the display. Press the Display button and repeat or hold down to cycle through the four different display modes. Scrolling text Displays scrolling text messages which accompany the audio, where available. Program type A label describing the type of content being broadcast by the service.
Using the remote control This section provides information on using the remote control. The infrared remote control provides access to the main functions of your DRX-601ESM and also advanced facilities such as presets and dynamic range control. Before using your remote, insert the supplied batteries. Aim the remote control at the sensor on the display panel. Preset buttons The numbered buttons (1-9) and the STORE button enable you to store your favourite radio services for one-touch access.
INFO button The INFO button enables you to change the information mode. This button performs the same function as the Info button on the main unit. See page 9 for details. Press the INFO button and repeat or hold down to cycle through the two information modes. Press the DISPLAY button to return to normal display mode. PRI/SEC button The PRI/SEC button enables you to select between the primary and secondary services where secondary services are available.
Guide to Digital Radio This section provides a brief guide to digital radio (DAB), explains how the features of your DRX-601ESM provide access to it and provides some useful addresses for finding out more. Your DRX-601ESM enables you to receive and listen to the new DAB radio programmes. Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) is a new form of radio broadcasting using digital signals rather than traditional analogue signals. DAB provides near CD-quality audio with virtually interference-free reception.
Useful addresses The following addresses provide additional useful information about digital radio including coverage, available services and usage tips: BBC Digital Radio Room 5661 Broadcasting House Portland Place London, W1A 1AA tel: 08700 100 123 e-mail: digitalradio@bbc.co.uk website: www.bbc.co.uk/digitalradio Digital Radio Development Bureau The Radiocentre 77 Shaftesbury Avenue LONDON, W1D 5DU tel: 020 7306 2630 e-mail: info@drdb.org web: www.drdb.
Aerial advice Your DRX-601ESM is supplied with a T-shaped ribbon dipole aerial. This is an indoor aerial which is designed to give good reception in areas with good to moderate DAB signal strength. In areas with poor DAB coverage or poor signal strength you may want to consider using a loft mounted or external aerial. To find out about coverage in your area, see page 14. The following options may help you improve reception in your area and are available from the on-line store on our website, see page 19.
Troubleshooting This section gives solutions to some of the most likely problems you might have with your DRX-601ESM. I can’t get any sound Make sure your DRX-601ESM and your amplifier are switched on as explained on page 8. Check that you have connected the DRX-601ESM to your amplifier correctly, as explained on page 6 and that your amplifier has the correct source selected.
I can’t hear my FM/AM radio although it is connected Ensure that you have connected your FM/AM radio to your DRX-601ESM and your DRX-601ESM to your amplifier correctly, as described on page 6. Ensure that your FM/AM radio and amplifier are switched on and that the FM/AM radio is tuned to a station. Ensure that your DRX-601ESM is switched off. The DRX-601ESM allows your FM/AM radio to pass through the analogue outputs to your amplifier only when it is switched off.
Technical Specifications This section lists the technical specifications for the DRX-601ESM. General Digital radio tuner with full Band III reception capability, for reception of all UK DAB broadcasts. Fully compliant with ETS 300 401 and capable of decoding all DAB transmission modes 1-4.
Getting Help The Troubleshooting section of this manual, on page 16, lists some of the more likely reasons for problems you might have with your DRX-601ESM. If you still have a problem with your DRX-601ESM, either visit our website at www.videologic.com/ pure or contact us using the details below for the latest support information. VideoLogic Systems, Imagination Technologies Ltd, Home Park Estate, 01923 277477 Kings Langley, 01923 270188 Herts., WD4 8LZ, UK support@videologic.
Index A Accessories 19 Address 19 Aerial 4, 7 Aerial advice 15 Aerial connector 5, 7 Autotune 8 Autotune button 5, 8 B F Package contents 4 Phono cable 4 Power Lead 4 Power socket 5, 7 Power switch 5 Preset buttons 11 G PRI/SEC button 12 Getting Help 19 Guide to Digital Radio 13 Primary services 13 Program type 10 Band III 13 Batteries 4 Bright.
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