LASER SPK-DABFM-429 DAB+ Radio with FM User Manual

: June 1, 2024
: Laser

Table of Contents

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
CONTROLS
OPERATION
OPERATION – DAB+
OPERATION – FM
OPERATION – BLUETOOTH
OPERATION – SET ALARM
MENU OPTIONS – SYSTEM
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS
CUSTOMERS SUPPORT
References
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LASER SPK-DABFM-429 DAB+ Radio with FM

LASER SPK-DABFM-429 DAB+ Radio with FM

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Before operating the radio, read and understand all safety instructions.
Avoid using the radio near water or moisture.
Do not install the radio near heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other devices that produce heat.
Clean the radio only with a dry cloth, and make sure it is unplugged and switched off before cleaning.
Protect the USB cable from being walked on or pinched, and replace damaged cords.
Use only recommended power adaptors as indicated in the specifications.
To prevent hearing damage, avoid listening at high volume levels for long periods.
Do not attempt to open, fix or modify the device.

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

DAB+ Radio
USB-A to USB-C cable
User manual

You may also need:

5V USB-A power source (like a wall adaptor, powerbank, laptop/PC) to power/recharge the battery.

CONTROLS

Speaker
Telescopic antenna
Extend to improve DAB+ and FM reception.
Volume up
Volume down
USB-C charging port
Power indicator light
3.5mm stereo headphones jack
Preset
Press: Recall preset.
Press and hold: Store presets.
Info/Menu
Press: Station information.
Press and hold: Access the Menu.
Back
When navigating menus, press to return to the previous level.
Power
Press: Standby.
Press and hold: Power on/off.
Mode
Switch between DAB, FM and Bluetooth.
Previous
In DAB+ mode, press to navigate backward through saved stations.
In FM mode, press to go back frequency by 0.05MHz.
In FM mode, press and hold to reverse scan for the next station.
In menu settings, move through options.
OK/Scan
Press: Confirm menu selection.
In DAB+ and FM modes, press and hold to autoscan the frequency band.
Next
In DAB+ mode, press to navigate forward through stations.
In FM mode, press to increase frequency by 0.05MHz.
In FM mode, press and hold to scan forward for the next station.
In menu settings, move through options.

OPERATION

Fully charge the battery before using your radio for the first time.
Plug one end of the included cable into the radio and the other end into a USB-A power source like a wall adaptor, power bank or PC/laptop. The power light will turn red.
Fully extend the telescopic antenna vertically.
Press and hold the Power button to turn on your radio.
When you first turn on the radio, it automatically scans DAB+ frequencies and saves all the stations it finds.
Use the Mode button to switch between DAB, FM and Bluetooth modes.
Adjust the volume by pressing the +/- buttons.
Connect a 3.5mm audio cable to listen to audio from the radio on other speakers or headphones.
Check the remaining battery level in the top right corner of the display

OPERATION – DAB+

Fully extend the telescopic antenna vertically.
Press Mode, and switch to DAB mode.
Press and hold OK/Scan for auto scanning DAB+ frequencies. All found stations will save.
NOTE: If no signals are found, move the radio for better reception, or refer to a DAB+ coverage map.
The top line shows selected station’s name.
Press Info/Menu to change bottom display: Scrolling text, Signal strength, Program type, Multiplex name, Channel and frequency, Signal error, Bitrate & audio type, Time, Date.
Use Prev or Next to switch channels; press OK to select.
For manual frequency scan:
- Press and hold Info/Menu to access settings.
- Select Manual Scan > OK.
- Choose frequency > OK.
- Wait for stations to be picked up; radio switches to first station found.
To store presets:
- Tune to desired station.
- Press and hold Preset.
- Use Prev or Next to select preset number.
- Press OK to save; up to 40 presets allowed.
To access presets:
- Press Preset.
- Use Prev or Next to select preset; press OK to switch to station.

Menu options

Press and hold Info/Menu to see menu options.
Use Prev or Next to navigate through menus.
Press Back to return to the previous menu.
Confirm selection by pressing OK.
The currently selected option is marked with an asterisk (*).
Full Scan: Press OK to scan all DAB+ stations.
Manual Scan: Use Prev/Next to choose channel and frequency, then press OK to scan.
System: refer to pages 17-18.

OPERATION – FM

Extend the telescopic antenna fully, preferably in a vertical position.
Press Mode to switch to FM mode.
Press and hold OK/Scan button to scan for FM stations.
All found stations will be saved in presets; up to 40 presets allowed.
NOTE: If no signals are found, move the radio for better reception.
The top line shows selected station’s name.
Press the Info/Menu button to change the displayed information at the bottom, depending on the station.
To access stored stations, press Preset. Use Prev or Next to find your station, then press OK to switch.
For manual frequency scanning:
- Press and hold Next to scan up the frequency band. Your radio will stop at the next available station.
- Press and hold Prev to scan down the frequency band. Your radio will stop at the previous station.
- Short press Prev or Next button to fine-tune each frequency in 0.05MHz steps.
Press and hold Info/Menu to see menu options.
Use Prev or Next to navigate through menus.
Press Back to return to the previous menu.
Confirm selection by pressing OK.
The currently selected option is marked with an asterisk (*).
Scan setting:
- All stations – Stops scan for every station received, even with poor signal strength.
- Strong stations only – Stops scan only for strong signal strength, potentially missing scanned station.
- Audio settings: Choose Stereo allowed or Forced mono.
- System: refer to pages 17-18.

OPERATION – BLUETOOTH

Press Mode to switch to Bluetooth mode.
Open the Settings app on your smartphone or tablet.
In Settings, scroll down and tap “Connections” or “Bluetooth,” depending on your device.
Toggle the Bluetooth switch to turn it on if it’s off.
Your device will scan for nearby Bluetooth devices. Tap SPK-DABFM when you see it to start pairing. Confirm the pairing if prompted.
Once paired, your phone may show a notification confirming the successful connection to the radio. Audio from your device will now play on the radio.
Use the buttons on the radio or your device to control volume and playback.
The radio can pair with multiple devices, but only one can play music at a time.

OPERATION – SET ALARM

NOTE: Ensure the radio displays the correct date and time before you set an alarm.

Press and hold Info/Menu to see menu options.
Use Prev or Next to navigate through menus.
Press Back to return to the previous menu.
Confirm selection by pressing OK.
The currently selected option is marked with an asterisk (*).3
1. Go to System.
2. Choose Alarms.
3. Select Alarm 1 or Alarm 2.
4. Set the time (hour and minutes).
5. Choose alarm ringing time: 15, 30, 45, 60, 90 minutes.
  Snooze time is fixed to 9 minutes.
6. Select source: Buzzer, FM, DAB.
7. Choose frequency: Once, Weekends, Weekdays, Daily.
8. Adjust the volume level.
9. Set alarm status to On/Off to activate/deactivate it. Press OK to save. If alarm is On, Alarm 1 and/or Alarm 2 symbols will show on the LCD display.
When the alarm sounds, press the Power button to turn it off. Press any other button to snooze.

Press and hold Info/Menu to see menu options.
Use Prev or Next to navigate through menus.
Press Back to return to the previous menu.
Confirm selection by pressing OK.
The currently selected option is marked with an asterisk (*).

System menu options:

Alarms – refer to pages 15-16.
- Time
- Set Time/Date – Manually set date and time.
- Set 12/24 hour – Choose between 12-hour or 24-hour format.
- Set date format – Choose DD-MM-YYYY or MM-DD-YYYY.
- Auto update – Set to: Any (default), FM, DAB, No update.
Backlight
- On level – Adjust brightness level (Low, Medium, High)
- Timeout – Set duration (10, 20, 30, 45, 60, 90, 120, 180 seconds, Off – backlight always on)
Language
Select display language: English, German, Italian, French, Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, Polish, Finnish.
Factory Reset
Select Yes and press OK to reset settings to factory defaults. The radio will restart and auto scan DAB+ stations.
SW version
View software version number.
Sleep
Set timeout duration: Off, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90 minutes.

TROUBLESHOOTING

No/poor reception

Extend and position the telescopic antenna vertically. Adjust its direction or the radio’s location for better reception.
Ensure there are no large metal objects or electronics nearby causing interference.
Perform a factory reset by navigating to System > Factory Reset in the menu to restore default settings, which may improve reception.
Check for available DAB+ stations in your area by visiting https://www.digitalradioplus.com.au and entering your postcode.

No sound

Increase the volume on both the radio and the source device if using Bluetooth.
Make sure no headphones are connected to the headphones jack, as this mutes the built-in speakers.
If using Bluetooth, ensure pairing is active on the source device and media is playing. Re-pair if necessary.
Perform a factory reset to restore default audio settings if needed.

No Power:

Charge the rechargeable battery fully by connecting the radio to a 5V USB power source using the included USB cable. The power light will turn red when charging.
Ensure the power cable is correctly inserted into both the radio and the USB power source.
Try using a different USB cables and USB power source if necessary.
Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the unit. The LCD display should illuminate.

SPECIFICATIONS

Frequency range	DAB+: 170-240 MHz FM: 87.5-108 MHz.
Bluetooth version	5.0
Bluetooth pairing name	SPK-DABFM
Bluetooth pairing name	SPK-DABFM
Speaker	3W
Power input	DC 5V 1A
Rechargeable battery capacity	1200mAh
Dimensions – (L×W×H)	120×24×64 mm

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