JVC RD-E861B-DAB All in One Audio System Instruction Manual

JVC RD-E861B-DAB All in One Audio System

Product Information

The RD-E861B-DAB is a DAB+ All-in-one Audio System. It is equipped with a remote control and various control buttons for easy operation. The product features a disk tray, display, volume control, USB port, audio in socket, mode button, scan/select/tuning/skip buttons, menu button, mains cable, and DAB/FM antenna. The USB port does not support charging external devices. The product is classified as a Class 1 LASER PRODUCT and caution must be taken to avoid direct exposure to the laser beam.

Product Usage Instructions

Getting Started
To power the unit, connect the mains cable at the rear of the main unit to a mains socket. Ensure that the unit is not resting on top of the mains cable to avoid damage and safety hazards. Only use the provided mains cable and do not connect the unit to any other power source.

Basic Operation
To turn on/off the unit, press the power button. The unit will automatically switch to standby mode after approximately 15 minutes of idle time. Adjust the volume by rotating the volume knob. Press the mute button on the remote control to turn off the sound. Press it again or press the use/confirm button to unmute.

Timer Functions
To set the clock, open/close the disc tray, set the sleep timer, or set the daily timer, refer to the respective buttons on the remote control. Use the timer button to access these functions and use the appropriate buttons to adjust settings or enable/disable timers.

Equalizer
During playback, press the EQ button on the remote control to select a desired EQ mode.

System Reset
To perform a system reset, open the CD disc tray and press and hold the stop button on the unit until the display shows a specific symbol. After the reset, the unit will return to DAB mode and all tuned stations and FM/DAB preset stations will be erased.

DAB Operation
To listen to DAB stations, use the tuning/skip buttons to scroll through stations or use the scan button for a full scan. Press the select button to confirm a station. Press the info button to view further information about the station on the display.

INTRODUCTION

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• Please read through these operating instructions, so you will know how to operate your equipment properly. After you finished reading the instructions manual, put it away in a safe place for future reference.

DANGER
Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

This Product is classified as a Class 1 LASER PRODUCT. THE CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the rear exterior.

SAFETY

General

• Do not drop the device and do not expose it to liquid, moisture or humidity. These might lead to damage to the device.
• If the device is moved from a cold environment into a warmer one, do let it adapt to the new temperature before operate the device. Otherwise, it might lead to condensation and cause malfunctions in the device.
• Do not use the device in the dust environment as dust can damage the interior electronic components and lead to malfunctions in the device.
• Protect the device from strong vibrations and place it on stable surfaces.
• Do not attempt to disassembly the device.
• If the device is not using for a long period of time, disconnect it from the power supply by unplugging the power plug. This is to avoid the risk of fire.
• The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

Battery handling and usage

• Only adults should handle battery. Do not allow a child to use this apparatus unless the battery cover is securely attached.
• Remove batteries if exhausted or if they will not be used again for a long period. The incorrect use of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and will corrode the compartment or cause the batteries to burst, therefore:
  • Do not mix battery types, e.g. alkaline with zinc carbonate.
  • When inserting new batteries, replace all batteries at the same time.
• Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed of properly.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW AND CONTROL BUTTONS

1. Remote Control Sensor
2. button
3. Disk tray
4. Display
5. VOLUME control
6. USB port
7. AUDIO IN socket
8. MODE button
9. SCAN/ button
10. SELECT/ button
11. TUNING/SKIP button
12. TUNING/SKIP button
13. MENU button
14. button
15. Mains Cable
16. DAB/FM antenna

NOTE : The USB port does not support charging external devices.

REMOTE CONTROL BUTTONS

To install the batteries
Lift off the battery compartment cover from the rear of the remote control. Insert 2 x 1,5V AAA size batteries in accordance with the diagram in the battery compartment. Take care to observe the correct polarity.

Remote control operation
To operate the unit with the remote control, point the remote handset at the remote sensor on the front panel and press the appropriate button on the remote handset. The remote works best within a range of 4 meters from the front panel and on an angle of 60 degrees. Bright sunlight or room light conditions can interfere with the remote control. If the remote operation is unsatisfactory or stops working entirely, first try replacing the remote batteries, then try reducing the room lighting conditions.

GETTING STARTED

MAINS POWER

NOTE : Connecting the unit to any other power source may cause damage the unit. Unwind the mains cable to its full length. Connect the mains cable at the rear of the main unit to the mains socket. The unit is now connected and ready to use.

WARNING : Make sure the unit is not resting on top of the mains cable, as the weight of the unit may damage the mains cable and create a safety hazard. If the mains cable is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

BASIC OPERATION

Powering ON/OFF

• Press STANDBY to switch on the unit.
• Press STANDBY again to switch the unit back to Standby mode.
• Disconnect the power cable of the mains adapter from the mains socket if you want to switch the unit off completely.

NOTE : When the unit is idle for approximately 15 minutes, it will automatically switch to Standby mode.

Mode selection
Press MODE repeatedly to switch between DAB, FM, CD, USB, AUX and Bluetooth modes.

Language

• In DAB or FM mode, press MENU to enter the menu.
• Press to select and then press SELECT to confirm.
• Press to select the desired language and then press SELECT to confirm selection.

NOTE : The default language is Czech. Available languages are English and Polish.

Volume
Rotate the VOLUME knob to adjust the volume.

NOTE : If you wish to turn the sound off, press MUTE on the remote control.  Press MUTE again or press VOLUME +/– on the remote control or turn the VOLUME control on the unit to resume normal listening.

Sleep timer

• To set the sleep timer press SLEEP on the remote control repeatedly to adjust the sleep timer (OFF, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90 minutes).
• To show the remaining time before the unit turns off automatically press SLEEP.
• To cancel the sleep timer, press SLEEP repeatedly to select .

Manual clock setting

NOTE : The clock will update automatically if you can receive a DAB+ signal in your location. In order to synchronize to the current local time make sure the unit is placed near the DAB+ signal for a short period of time.

• In Standby mode, press CLOCK on the remote control. The hour digits flash on the display.
• Press to adjust the hour digits, then press CLOCK to confirm. The minute digits will flash on the display.
• Press to adjust the minute digits, then press CLOCK to confirm.

Daily timer
Set a time for the unit to turn on and off each day.

• Press and hold TIMER on the remote control to start setting.
• Set all items one by one: , , , and . To set, use . To confirm, press TIMER.

To enable/disable the Daily timer, press TIMER. If the timer is on, the icon will be on the display.

Equalizer
During playback, press EQ on the remote control to select a desired EQ mode.

System reset
During DAB mode, open the CD Disk tray then press and hold STOP on the unit until the display shows <Restarting…FACTORY RESET>. After the unit is reset, it will return to DAB mode.

NOTE : After the system reset, all the tuned stations, and FM/DAB preset stations will be erased.

PRESETS
You can store up to 30 of your favorite DAB or FM stations to the memory. This will enable you to access your favorite stations quickly and easily. To store a preset, you must first be listening to the station that you would like to save.

Storing to Presets 1 ~ 9

• Press and hold the number button 1 ~ 9 until the display shows <Preset # stored>. Storing to Presets 1 ~ 30
• Press and hold PRESET, the display will show <Save to P#>.
• Press to select your desired preset station number, then press SELECT to confirm.
• The station will be stored in few seconds and the display will show <Preset # stored>. Recalling Presets 1 ~ 9
• Press the number button 1 ~ 9 to select the station you want to listen to.

Recalling Presets 1 ~ 30

• Press PRESET.
• Press ****to select your desired preset station number. Then press SELECT to confirm.

NOTE : When listening to a preset station, the display shows its number <P#>.

DAB OPERATION

NOTE : Extend the telescopic antenna to its full length to get the best reception, or place the unit in an open location.

If the unit is connected to the mains power and then switched on for the first time, the unit will automatically enter into the DAB mode and perform auto scan function. During the scan the display will show <Scanning…> together with a slide bar that indicates the progress of the scan and the amount of stations that have been found so far. Once the scan has finished, the unit will select the first alphanumerically found station.

To explore and listen to the found stations press to select, then press SELECT to confirm.

Full Scan
The Full Scan will search for the entire DAB+ Band III channels.

• To activate Full Scan, press SCAN.
• Once a full scan is complete, the radio returns to play the previously-selected station or first station on the station list.

Manual tuning
This can help you align your antenna or add stations that are missing after a full scan.

• Press MENU to enter the menu.
• Press to select , then press SELECT to confirm.
• Press to cycle through the DAB channels, which are numbered from 5A to 13F.
• After your desired channel number is selected, press SELECT to confirm. The display will show the multiplex.
• Press MENU twice to exit the menu.

NOTE : You will not see any new radio stations or hear anything during manual tuning.

To view further information about the station you are listening to press INFO on the remote control, the display will show the following information:

• Signal Strength as slide bar to indicate the signal strength
• Program Type
• Name of the multiplex
• Frequency
• Signal Error
• Bitrate
• Time / Date
• DLS / Dynamic label segment is a scrolling message that the broadcaster may include with their transmissions. The message usually includes information, such as program details, etc.

DRC (dynamic range compression)
If you are listening to music with a high dynamic range in a noisy environment, you may wish to compress the audio dynamic range. This makes quiet sounds louder, and loud sounds quieter.

• Press MENU to enter the menu.
• Press to select , then press SELECT to confirm.
• Press to select / / , then press SELECT to confirm.

Prune Invalid
You may remove all unavailable stations from the list.

• Press MENU to enter the menu.
• Press to select , then press SELECT to confirm.
• Press to select to confirm the removal, or select to cancel, then press SELECT to confirm.

Software information

• Press MENU to enter the menu.
• Press to select .
• Press SELECT to display the software version.
• Press MENU to exit the menu.

FM OPERATION

NOTE : Extend the telescopic antenna to its full length to get the best reception, or place the unit in an open location.

Auto Scan

• Press SCAN to search for the next station.
• Press and hold SCAN to search for the previous station.

NOTE : The search may not stop at a station with a very weak signal.

Manual Scan
To search for FM stations manually, press / repeatedly until your desired frequency is reached.

NOTE : Each press will increase/decrease the frequency by 0,05 MHz. If reception is poor, adjust the position of the aerial or try moving the radio to another location.

FM Display (Info.)
To view further information about the station you are listening to press INFO on the remote control, the display will show the following information:

• Radio Text
• Program Type
• Frequency
• Audio Type
• Time / Date

Scan Setting
This is a scan setting to search all stations, or just search stations with a strong signal.

• Press MENU to enter the menu.
• Press to select , then press SELECT to confirm.
• Press to select or , then press SELECT to confirm.