ALBRECHT DR 57 DAB+/Bluetooth Auto Radio Adapter User Manual

DR 57 DAB+/Bluetooth
Autoradio / Car Radio Adapter Manual

Main Unit and Accessories:

1. Micro-USB to USB Power Cable
2. 3.5mm Audio Cable
3. Dual USB charger for 12/24V
4. DR 57 Main unit, DAB receiver
5. DAB/DAB+ magnetic active antenna for main unit
6. Suction mount

Note: All accessories are designed to work specifically with the DR 57. Please do not use third party cables/adapters as these may not work (no reception) and cause warranty invalidation.

Control Unit and Connectors

Rotate for the last/next station
Press to confirm
3| | Press to open the favourite list
Press long to store a favourite
4| MENU| Press to open the station list
Press long to open the menu
5| | Play/Pause button, press long BT ON/ OFF
Phone button
6| MODE| Press to change the mode
Press long to dim the screen
7| | Hands free built-in microphone
8| 1 – 5| Preset buttons
9| TX
SF| Press to adjust the FM transmitter
Press long for service following On/Off
10| AUDIO IN| AUX-In socket
11| | TFT color display
12| AUDIO OUT| AUX-Out socket
13| | DAB/DAB+ antenna socket
14| | Hands free built-in speaker
15| | Power supply Micro USB socket
16| | Magnetic mount plate

First Use:

1. Mount the DR 57 In-Car DAB+ Radio adapter to the windscreen with the provided suction mount.
2. Connect one end of the USB power supply cable to the Micro USB power socket at the back of DR 57 and the other end to the dual USB car charger. Plug the dual USB car charger into the car cigarette-lighter socket.
3. Connect the supplied antenna to the antenna socket. To mount the antenna correctly please refer to chapter “Installation Guide” starting at page 86.
4. Turn on the power with the “On Button” on top of the unit and the display will show the Albrecht logo, then the device will automatically scan all the local DAB/DAB+ channels and store them in the memory of the device until another “Auto Scan” is performed. During scanning a status bar will show the progress of the scan.
5. Once the scan is completed, you can select any DAB/DAB+ radio channel by rotating the Navigation Knob.

18.1. Installing the DAB+ Antenna

1. Use a wipe to clean the windscreen and gently pull down the car roof liner
2. Insert the magnetic pad grounding tail and ensure the magnetic pad contacts to the metal roof of the car
3. Remove the adhesive backing from the antenna power amplifier box and stick to the window glass
4. Stick the transparent antenna film to the glass as indicated in the diagram, gently applying pressure to remove any air bubbles.
5. Tuck the cable behind the A-Frame and run it to the main unit DR 57
6. The antenna should be mounted vertically, not horizontally
7. Do not attach the DAB antenna over heating wires, in a place that obstructs the driver‘s view, or in a place that can experiences interference from metal.
8. Check for metallic heat coating (sun filter) on your car’s front window if you are having issues with DAB  connectivity. The heat coating or sun filter may have negative impact to the reception performance.
9. The antenna can also be mounted to the rear side windows.

Connecting the DR 57 to your Car Stereo

19.1. Connecting via FM-Transmitter
You can choose to set the FM transmitting frequency automatically or manually.
19.1.1. Connecting via FM-Transmitter (Auto Mode):

• Make sure there is no audio cable connected to the AUDIO OUT socket.

• Press TX button to show the TX Frequency: xxx.xMHz at the footer and then press and hold TX for 3 seconds to activate the automatic scanning of a “vacant” FM transmission frequency without interference from other channels. The scanning process will take 20-30 seconds. The display is showing “—.-MHZ” and stops at a vacant frequency.

• After a “vacant” frequency is found, press the navigation knob again to confirm the setting or it will automatically confirm after 3 seconds. The selected “vacant” frequency
  will be shown at the header, e.g. TX 108.0MHz

• Then tune your car FM radio system to match the selected FM transmitting frequency for transmission of the audio signal from DR 57 to your car stereo audio system.

19.1.2. Select FM Transmitting Frequency (Manual Mode):

• Press the TX button to enter FM transmitting frequency selection mode.
• Then rotate the navigation knob to select your favourite vacant frequency (based on your past experience with known vacant frequencies in your area) which you would like to receive by your car radio.
• The screen will go back to DAB+ mode automatically after 3 seconds and the selected frequency will be shown at the header, e.g. TX 108.0MHz.

Remarks: “Vacant frequency” means there is no FM radio broadcasting content or noise when the frequency is selected.
19.2. Connection via Audio Cable

• Connect the 3.5mm AUDIO OUT socket of the DR 57 through the supplied audio cable with the line-in socket of your car radio.
• The audio output automatically switches to transmission via audio cable. A headphone icon will be displayed at the header.

Remark: When the audio cable is connected, there will be no FM transmission to the car stereo.

Main Functions

20.1. Search and Select DAB/DAB+ Channels:
If you are not in DAB+ mode, press the MODE button until the “DAB+ Radio” mode is selected. Rotate the navigation knob to select the desired DAB/DAB+ channel. Or you can press the MENU button to enter the Station list, rotate the navigation knob to scroll up or down and select the desired DAB+ channel by pressing the navigation knob.
You may also press and hold the MENU button to enter the menu and select DAB Autoscan by rotating the navigation knob to reactivate the “Auto Scan” process if you need to update the DAB+ radio channels.
Remark: For normal use, you don’t have to perform the “ DAB
Autoscan” every time you use the car DAB+. 20.2. Service Information: DAB+ Mode The service information data will be displayed with scrolling text which is being broadcasted from the station.
While listening to DAB+, the display will show the following information if applicable

• Channel Name
• Frequency
• Multiplex Name (DLS)
• DAB+ icon
• Signal Strength
• FM Transmitting Frequency
• Bluetooth Connection Status
• Audio Out Status
• Service Following status
• Traffic Announcements status

20.3. DAB Service Following
If you leave the broadcast area of the station you are listening to, Service Following searches if the same station is broadcasted in the new area as well and switches the frequency automatically.
20.3.1. De-/Activate Service Following
In “DAB” mode, press and hold SF button to turn ON the service following function. “Service Following ON“ will be displayed on the LCD screen and a white “S/F” icon will appear at the header of the display. Repeat the same procedure to turn OFF the service following function. The “S/F” icon will disappear from the LCD screen.
If the “S/F” icon turns from white to red, it means that the DAB station supports S/F feature and the device has detected it, however, it is not switched over yet. Once it does switch to another region, the S/F icon will turn white again.
Remark: For applications where SF feature is not used, it is recommended to turn off the SF function.
20.4. Traffic Announcements
Traffic Announcement lets you receive traffic announcements automatically, no matter what source you are listening to.
20.4.1. De-/Activate Traffic Announcements
Press and hold the MENU button to enter the menu
Use the Navigation Knob to scroll up or down to select Traffic Announcement and confirm by pressing the Navigation Knob.
Rotate the Navigation Knob to select ON or OFF and confirm by pressing the Navigation Knob.
To cancel an active traffic announcement, simply press the button. The DR 57 will return to the last played radio station.
20.5. Selection of Screen Background and Font Colour:
The color of the screen background and font can be set to four different combinations:

To set the colour, follow the procedure below: Press and hold the MENU button and rotate the Navigation Knob to scroll to the Colour Settings. Select your favourite colour and confirm by pressing the Navigation Knob.
20.6. LCD display Dimmer Control
When driving at night, you may want to change the brightness level of the colour LCD display. Press and hold the MODE button to dim the display. Press and hold the
MODE button again to return to normal brightness level.
20.7. Favourite Buttons Light
Press and hold the MENU button to enter the Menu, rotate the Navigation Knob to scroll to the Button Light and confirm by pressing the Navigation Knob. Now select ON or OFF by rotating the Navigation Knob again and confirm with the Navigation Knob.
20.8. Select Language:
Press and hold the MENU button to enter the Menu. Use the Navigation Knob to scroll to Language and confirm by pressing the Navigation Knob. Rotate the Navigation
Knob again to select your desired language and confirmed by pressing the Navigation Knob.
20.9. Restore Factory Setting
Please note all station presets, settings and configurations will be lost after you have performed the “Factory Reset”. Press and hold the MENU button to enter the Menu. Turn the Navigation Knob to scroll to Factory Reset and confirm by pressing the Navigation Knob. Select YES or NO by rotating the Navigation Knob and confirm by pressing the Navigation Knob.
20.10. Software Version
Press and hold the MENU button to enter the Menu. Rotate the Navigation Knob to scroll up or down to select Software Version and confirm by pressing the Navigation Knob to see the current  software version of the device. Press the Navigation Knob again to exit the menu.

Preset Stations

21.1. Storing Preset Stations
To program and store your favourite DAB+ stations use the Preset Buttons (1-5) on the front of the device:
In DAB mode, use the Navigation Knob to select a favourite DAB+ station, press and hold any of the selected Preset Buttons (1-5) to store the selected station to this button. A message Stored Successfully will be displayed.
You may program and store more than 5 favorite DAB+ preset stations by using the following procedure:
Select a DAB+ station, press and hold the button to enter the Store Preset Stations mode. Rotate the Navigation Knob to select a number in memory to store your favourite station, press the Navigation Knob to confirm. A message Stored Successfully will be displayed.
21.2. Recalling Preset Stations
In DAB mode, press any Preset Buttons (1-5) on the front of the device to recall your favorite DAB+ preset station. Or press the button to enter the Select Preset Stations list to show all the preset DAB+ stations. Choose a Preset Station and select it by pressing the Navigation Knob.
21.3. Remove Preset Stations
To delete all of your favourite DAB+ preset stations, press and hold the MENU button to enter the menu mode, use the Navigation Knob to search for Delete All Presets and select YES or NO by pressing the Navigation Knob to confirm. If YES is selected, then the complete memory will be cleared.

Bluetooth Mode

In order to connect a Bluetooth phone to the DR 57 both units need to be paired. This only needs to be done during the first connection. Once both units are paired they will automatically connect in the future as soon as they are within Bluetooth range. Up to eight devices can be paired to the DR 57. If more than one device is in Bluetooth range the DR 57 will connect to the last connected one. If a different phone shall be connected, the Bluetooth on the current phone needs to be disabled manually.
22.1. De-/Activate Bluetooth
In Bluetooth mode press and hold to toggle between Bluetooth on and off.
The Bluetooth icon in the header bar will indicate the status.

• Icon not visible: Bluetooth off
• Icon flashing: Bluetooth on; not connected
• Icon constantly visible: Bluetooth on; connected

22.2. Pairing a Phone

1. Activate Bluetooth by pressing
2. Press and hold TX in order to activate pairing mode. The display shows Pairing in Progress.
3. Activate Bluetooth on your phone and search for available Bluetooth peripherals.
4. Select “CAR DAB” from the list
5. Once connection is established the DR 57 screen will show Connected and the Bluetooth icon will be shown in the header.

Remark: the pairing time may take several seconds to one min- the pairing time may take several seconds to one min- ute depending on various brands or models of phone. ute depending on various brands or models of phone.
When asked for a PIN code please use 1234.
If you want to abort Paring in progress Paring in progress, you can always press , you can always press the the button.
22.3. Phone Call
When there is an incoming call, the DR 57 rings with a ringtone, press the button to answer a call.

• Answer a call: press during ringing
• Decline a call: press and hold during ringing
• End a call: press during the call

During the call the display will show the speaker phone volume and talk time, turn the Navigation Knob to adjust the volume level.
22.3.1. Output Mode
You can output phone calls either via the built-in speaker or the car speakers. When Car Speaker mode is selected, the volume can only be adjusted by the car stereo volume control button.
Press and hold the MENU button to enter the menu,
Rotate the Navigation Knob to select Hands Free Speaker and press the Navigation Knob to confirm In Hands Free Speaker menu, rotate the Navigation Knob to select Built-in Speaker or Car Speaker and confirm by pressing the Navigation Knob.
22.4. Bluetooth Music Playback
Connected Bluetooth phones can now playback music files on the DR 57 (Refer to your phone user guide for more information).
The music will be forwarded to your car stereo either via the FM transmitter or audio cable. For more information see chapter „19. Connecting the DR 57 to your Car Stereo“
Press the button to play or pause the music playback. Rotate the Navigation Knob to select the next or previous songs.

Charging USB Devices

Using your mobile phone USB cable and plug the USB connector into the dual USB car charger with 12/ 24V socket.
Connect the other end of the cable to your device and start charging. (Charging Power Output: 5V, 1A, the current is big enough for iPad charging).

Aux in

To connect an external audio device, such as smartphones/tablets/iPods/MP3 players and the like, proceed as follows:
Press MODE until AUX IN is displayed.
Connect the external audio source to the “AUX IN” socket on the down side of the DR 57 via the supplied 3.5mm audio cable.

Product Specification

following
3| DAB+ frequency: Band III (174.00 —240.00MHz)
4| FM transmission frequency: 87.6 107.9MHz, 50 nW
5| Bluetooth: Version 4.0, 2402 – 2480 MHz, 10 mW
6| Speaker phone output: 1.0W, 80
7| Audio IN: 3.5mm stereo jack
8| Audio Out: 3.5mm stereo jack
9| Power Output : 5V, 1A (charging for iPad2/iPhone/iPod/ Android Phone etc. )
10| Power Source: Car Cigarette-lighter Socket (10V- 30V)
11| Dimension: 123 x 66 x 32 mm
12| Net weight: 87g ( approx.)

*Information of this user manual is subject to change without prior notice.

Troubleshooting

Problem: DAB transmission via FM to the car radio is poor, with interference or not working at all.
Please use the supplied USB cable and cigarette adapter. Other cables often do not suppress interferences sufficiently.
Problem: No DAB reception when the DR 57 is connected via the line-in input to the car radio, although the DAB signal strength is good.
Please switch the DR 57 to the “AUX” mode in the menu.
Poor DAB reception on some motorways or roads, part 1.
Because the DAB network is not yet fully expanded, this can result in poor reception while driving in some rual areas that are not yet fully developed. Therefore, please test the DR 57 receiver in a better developed area before you send in the device for repair because of faulty reception.
Problem: Poor DAB reception, part 2.
Commercially available USB adapters without interference suppression are certainly suitable for many applications, but not adequate for powerful DAB receivers. Therefore, for optimum reception, use the USB adapter and the cigarette adapter supplied by us which are specifically designed for the DR 57 receiver.
Problem: Poor DAB reception, part 3.
Check whether the supplied DAB antenna was installed exactly as described in the installation instructions and if it is also properly connected to the vehicle ground. Other electronic devices that are not interference suppressed (such as low-cost dash cams), especially in the interior of the vehicle, may interfere with the DAB reception.

Safety Instructions

1. Do not use this radio in/near water.
2. Clean with dry cloth.
3. Do not block any ventilation openings.
4. Use only accessories provided by manufacturer. .
5. Do not leave your radio where excessive heat could cause damage.

28. Warranty and Recycling Information
We are legally obliged to include disposal and warranty information as well as EU declaration of conformity with the use instructions in different countries for every unit. Please find this information on the following pages.
2-Year Warranty From Date Of Purchase
The manufacturer/retailer guarantees this product for two years from date of purchase. This warranty includes all malfunctions caused by defective components or incorrect functions within the warranty period excluding wear and tear, such as exhausted batteries, scratches on the display, defective casing, broken antenna cable and defects due to external effects such as corrosion, over voltage through improper external power supply or the use of unsuitable accessories. Defects due to unintended use are also excluded from the warranty. Please contact your local dealer for warranty claims. The dealer will repair or exchange the product or forward it to an authorized service center. You can also contact our service partner directly. Please include your proof of purchase with the product  and describe the mal- function as clearly as possible.

CE Declaration of Conformity

Standards and Regulations
Hereby, Alan Electronics GmbH declares that the radio equipment type DR 57 is in compliance with
Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following in- ternet address: www.alan-electronics.de/CE- Papiere/
WEEE and Recycling
The European laws do not allow any more the disposal of old or defective electric or electronic devices with the household waste. Return your product to a municipal collection point for recycling to dispose of it. This system is financed by the industry and ensures environmentally responsible disposal and the recycling of valuable raw materials.

Service Address

Technical Hotline (for units sold in Germany)
Alan Electronics GmbH
Service
Daimlerstraße 1g
D-63303 Dreieich
Contact our service hotline by phone +49 (0) 6103 / 9481 – 66 (regular costs for German fixed network) or e-mail at [email protected]
Before returning the product, check the chapter 11 “Troubleshooting” for some easy steps and tests or contact our hotline.
© 2021 Alan Electronics GmbH
Daimlerstraße 1g – 63303 Dreieich

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