soundmaster DAB950 DAB Radio and CD Player User Manual

Ver. 2
DAB950

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Do not dispose of this product with the normal household waste at the end of its life cycle. Return it to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic devices.
This is indicated by the symbol on the product, user manual or packaging
The materials are reusable according to their markings. By reusing, recycling or other forms of utilization of old devices you make an important contribution to the protection of our environment. Please contact your local authorities for details about collection points.

| WARNING
Risk of electric shock
Do not open!| ****
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Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back). There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

This symbol indicates the presence of dangerous voltage inside the enclosure, sufficient enough to cause electric shock.
**** This symbol indicates the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions for the device

Used batteries are hazardous waste and NOT to be disposed of with the household waste! As a consumer you are legally obligated to return all batteries for environmentally responsible recycling – no matter whether or not the batteries contain harmful substances)
Return batteries free of charge to public collection points in your community or shops selling batteries of the respective kind. Only return fully discharged batteries ) marked Cd = cadmium, Hg = mercury, Pb = lead

• Only use mercury and cadmium-free batteries.
• Used batteries are hazardous waste and NOT to be disposed of with the household waste!!!
• Keep batteries away from children. Children might swallow batteries.
•  Contact a physician immediately if a battery was swallowed.
• Check your batteries regularly to avoid battery leakage.
• Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
• CAUTION: Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced
• Replace only with the same or equivalent type

| CAUTION – INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPENING THE COVER OR  PRESSING THE SAFETY INTERLOCK. AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE LASER BEAM.
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To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods

• Use the device in dry indoor environments only.
• Protect the device from humidity.
• This apparatus is for moderate climates areas use, not suitable for use in tropical climates countries. Safety, Environmental and Setup Instructions
• No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
• The mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect devices shall remain readily operable.
• Connect this device to a properly installed and earthed wall outlet only. Make sure the mains voltage corresponds with the specifications on the rating plate.
•  Make sure the main cable stays dry during operation. Do not pinch or damage the main cable in any way.
• A damaged mains cable or plug must immediately be replaced by an authorized service center.
• In case of lightning, immediately disconnect the device from the main supply.
• Children should be supervised by parents when using the device.
• Clean the device with a dry cloth only.
• Do NOT use CLEANING AGENTS or ABRASIVE CLOTHS!
• Do not expose the device to direct sunlight or other heat sources.
• Install the device at a location with sufficient ventilation in order to prevent heat accumulation.
• Do not cover the ventilation openings!
• Install the device at a safe and vibration-free location.
• Install the device as far away as possible from computers and microwave units; otherwise, radio reception may be disturbed.
• Do not open or repair the enclosure. It is not safe to do so and will void your warranty. Repairs only by authorized service/ customer center.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the unit.
• When you are necessary to ship the unit store it in its original package. Save the package for this purpose.
• In case of malfunction due to electrostatic discharge or fast transient (burst), remove and reconnect the power supply.
• If the unit is not used 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.

UNPACKING

Remove all packing from the unit. Retain the packaging if you dispose of it please do so according to local regulations.

• Main unit
• Remote Control (RC)
• 2 AAA batteries
• 3.5mm to 3.5mm cable
• AC Power Cord
• Instruction manual

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

FRONT VIEW

1. Remote Sensor
2. Display
3. Standby indicator
4. Disc Door

TOP| VIEW|
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5| | Power on / off, Select Source
6| | Volume Control
7| | Skip and search backward
8| | Skip and search forward
9| “PAIR”| Pairing function in BT
10| ****| Play / Pause
11| | Eject

REARVIEW

REMOTE CONTROL

OPERATION YOUR REMOTE CONTROL

1. Press and slide the back cover to open the battery compartment of the remote control.
2. Insert two AAA size batteries. Make sure the (+) and (-) ends of the batteries match the (+) and (-) ends indicated in the battery compartment
3. Close the battery compartment cover

Handling the Batteries

• Improper or incorrect use of batteries may cause corrosion or battery leakage, which could cause fire, personal injury or damage to property.
• Install the batteries correctly by following the polarity (+ and -) indications in the battery compartment.
• When the batteries are exhausted, the remote control will not function.
• Only use the battery type indicated in this manual.
• Do not dispose of the used battery as domestic waste. Dispose of them in accordance with local regulations.

Handling the Remote Control
Be aware of your fingernails when removing the battery cover and the batteries.

• Do not drop the remote control.
• Do not allow anything to impact the remote control.
• Do not spill water or any liquid on the remote control.
• Do not place the remote control on a wet object.
• Do not place the remote control under direct sunlight or near sources of excessive heat.
• Remove the batteries from the remote control when not in use for a long period of time, as corrosion or battery leakage may occur and result in physical injury, and/or property damage, and/or fire.

REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION RANGE

Point the remote control at the unit no more than 5 meters from the remote control sensor and within 60º horizontally and 20º vertically of the front of the unit. The operating distance may vary depending on the brightness of the room.

• ****Make sure that there is no obstacle between the remote sensor of the unit and the remote control. If you install the unit on a TV stand, etc., the remote control range may decrease depending on the thickness or color of the glass of the TV stand.
• Do not expose the infrared remote sensor to direct sunlight or other strong light, such as inverter fluorescent light.

CONNECTIONS

AC Power Connection
Caution:

• Risk of product damage! Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the rating label on the back or on the underside of the unit.
• Before connecting the AC power cable, ensure that you have completed all other connections.
• Connect the small end of the AC socket at the back of the unit and insert the plug of the AC power cable into a standard AC wall outlet.
• Be sure to unplug the power cable from the outlet when the system is not in use for an extended period of time.
• The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

Analogue Inputs Connection
Connect DVD player/TV outputs to analog inputs from the soundboard.

• Use a 3.5mm to RCA audio cable to connect the DVD player/TV outputs with the AUX (L/R) input socket from the soundboard.

Headphones Connection
Connect your headphones to the headphones socket at the rear of the unit.

• Not all headphones and earphones are supported.
• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
• Be sure to turn down the volume before connecting or putting on headphones and earphones.

BASIC OPERATION

Switching the unit on
Press the button at the top of the unit or button on the remote control to switch the unit on. To switch off the unit press and hold the button at the top of the unit or press the button on the remote control.

Selecting modes
Press the ****button on the unit repeatedly to select “DAB, FM, USB, BT, AUDIO or CD”. You can also press the short-cut buttons on the remote control (“DAB, FM, USB, BT, AUDIO or CD”) to select your desired mode.

Note
If there is no signal, the unit will switch off automatically within 20 energy.

SETTING THE CLOCK

Setting the clock manually

1. Set the unit in Standby mode.
2. Press and hold the “CLOCK” button on the remote control.
3. Input the date, hour, and minutes by numbers on RC.
4. Press the “CLOCK” button to confirm the setting.

Display the date
In DAB or FM mode press the “DISPLAY” button on the remote control.

SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER

Use the sleep timer to turn the system off after a certain number of minutes in play mode. By setting the sleep timer, you can fall asleep to music and know that your system will turn off by itself rather than play all night.
To set the sleep timer press the “SLEEP” button on the remote control repeatedly, it changes the number of minutes shown on the display in this sequence:

After setting the number of minutes for the sleep timer, the display will return to the previous display. The system is now set to turn off after the number of minutes you have set.

To Confirm the Sleep Timer
When the “SLEEP” button on the remote control is pressed once, the remaining sleep time is displayed. Wait for a second until the display returns to the original display.
To cancel the Sleep Timer
Press the “SLEEP” button repeatedly on the remote control until “off” is displayed. Turning off the system also cancels the sleep timer.

SETTING TIMER

You can use the setting timer to make the unit automatically turn on and off at a certain time every day from standby.
The clock must be correctly set for the timer to operate correctly.

1. Set the unit in Standby mode
2. Press the “TIMER” button to the on/off timer function.
3. Press and hold the “TIMER” button for the timer setting. Select source by, then input time for the timer on by numbers on RC, then set volume by, after that, input the time for timer off by numbers on RC.
4. For all steps, you need to press the TIMER button to confirm and go to the next step. If there is no operation in 10 seconds, it will be exit automatically. If the selected source is “BUZZER”, then the “TIMER OFF” setting is not available.

SOUND QUALITY

Adjusting the volume
To increase or decrease the volume, rotate the V-/+ button on the unit or press the V-/+ buttons on the remote control.
If you want to turn off the sound, press the button on the remote control. Press the button again or press the V-/+ button to resume normal listening or rotate the  NAVIGATE” **button at the top of the unit
Note:
If you adjust the volume above 26, then power off and power on again, the volume will restore to the factory setting automatically.
Adjusting the Bass
Press the “USER” button on the remote control, then press the “BASS -/+” buttons on the remote control to increase/decrease the bass.
Adjusting the Treble
Press the “USER” button on the remote control, then press the “TREBLE -/+” buttons on the remote control to increase/decrease the treble.
Preset Equalizer**
You can select sound characteristics such as “CLASS/POP/ROCK/JAZZ/NORMAL” by pressing the “EQ” button.

BLUETOOTH OPERATION

You can listen to tracks from a media device if it is connected to the unit via Bluetooth.
Pair Bluetooth-enable Devices
You need to pair your Bluetooth device with this unit before you connect them for the first time. In order to avoid interferences, de-activate Wi-Fi on your device (smartphone, tablet, etc…) when playing music using Bluetooth.

Pair Bluetooth-enabled devices
Note:

• The operational range between this unit and a Bluetooth device is approximately 10 meters (without any objects between the Bluetooth device and the unit).
• Before you connect a Bluetooth device to this unit, ensure that you know the device´s capabilities
• Any obstacle between this unit and the Bluetooth device can reduce the operational range.
• If the signal strength is weak, your Bluetooth device may disconnect, but it will re-enter automatically into pairing mode.

1. During ON mode, press the BT button on the remote control to select the Bluetooth mode or change the source to BT by pressing the button on the unit. If the unit is not paired to any other Bluetooth devices, the system enters automatically into pairing mode; or you need to press and hold the “PAIR” button to start pairing.
2. Activate the Bluetooth function on your device and select the search mode. “DAB950” will appear on your Bluetooth device.
3. To disconnect the Bluetooth function, switch to another function on the unit or disable the function from your Bluetooth device.

Note:

• If there is already an existing connection, press the PAIR button to re-activate the paring mode. The existing connection will be interrupted.
• The unit will also be disconnected when your device is moved beyond the operational range.
• If you want to reconnect your device to this unit, place it within the operational range.
• If the device is moved beyond the operational range, when it is brought back, check if the device ist still connected to the unit.
• If the connection is lost, follow the above instructions to pair your device again to the unit.

Listen to music from a Bluetooth device

• If the connected Bluetooth device supports Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), you can listen to the music stored on the device through this unit.
• If the device also supports Audio Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), you can use this unit´s remote control to play music stored on the device.

1. Pair your device with this unit
2. Play music via your device (if it supports A2DP).
3. Use supplied remote control to control play (if it supports AVRCP).

• To play/resume play, press the ****button.
• To skip to a track, press the or button.

AUDIO IN OPERATION

1. Press the “AUDIO” button on the remote control or press the ****button on the unit to select the desired source.
2. Operate your audio device directly for playback features.
3. Press the V-/+ button to adjust the volume to your desired level.

DAB OPERATION

DAB radio mode receives DAB/DAB+ digital radio and displays information about the station and program/track as broadcast.
1. Scanning for stations
The first time you use the unit, or if the station list is empty. You may also need to start a scan
manually to update the list of stations for one of the following reasons:

• New stations may become available from time to time
• Stations close or can no longer be received (In the station list, invalid stations are indicated with a question mark in front of their name).
• If a reception was not good after the original scan (for example the antenna was not up), this may result in an empty or incomplete list of available stations.
• If you have poor reception of some stations causing the audio to break up, you may wish to list only stations with good signal strength.

To do a full scan
Select “MENU > FULL SCAN”
Once a scan is complete, the radio returns to playing the previously selected station or first station on the station list.

To remove stations that are listed but are unavailable
Select “MENU > PRUNE”
This removes all invalid stations, indicated in the station list with a “?” in front of the station name.

2. Selecting stations
To change stations use the / button on the RC or use the / button on the unit to scroll through the list of stations, press the **button on the RC or on the unit to change stations.
3. Presets
The unit has 40 preset memories for DAB
To store a station in a preset memory
Press and hold the “PROGRAM” button for 3~5 seconds until the display shows “Preset Store”. Presets (1-40) is displayed as either “Empty” or with the currently stored station name. Use the / button on the RC or on the unit to choose a preset memory, then press the **button on the RC or on the unit to store the currently playing station. After confirming the preset station is stored the display reverts to the “Now playing” screen.
To recall a preset station
Select one of the listed preset stations using the P-/+ button on the RC. Then press the button on the unit to choose the displayed preset station. You can also use the numbers on the remote control to select the station (1, 2, 3,…)
4. Manual tune
As well as the normal method of scanning, you can also manually tune to a particular channel/frequency. This can be useful for adjusting your antenna to achieve the best possible reception and scanning a particular channel to update the station list.
To manually tune
Select “MENU > Manual tune”. Then use the / button on the RC to display a particular channel/frequency. Then press the **button on the RC to tune that channel/frequency. The display shows a live indication of the received signal strength displayed.
Note: The slightly larger rectangle indicates the audio quality threshold – if the signal strength, as indicated by the solid rectangles, falls below this threshold the audio quality will deteriorate. At the same time, the unit scans for any DAB stations on the selected frequency and updates the station list with any new stations found. To listen to any stations found, return to the “Now playing” screen and select the required station from the station list as normal.
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5. Now playing information
While a station is playing, the screen shows its name and DLS (Dynamic Label Segment) information such as program name, track title, and contact details. If DLS info is over 16 characters, info will scroll.
To view further information
Press the “INFO” button.
Each time you press the “INFO” button the next set of information is displayed, cycling through DLS text, DL Plus information (this is only displayed if broadcast by the station), signal strength, program type, ensemble name, channel numbers/frequency, signal error rate, bit rate, codec/DAB variant, time and date.
Note: DL Plus presents additional information that can be broadcast by stations and stored temporarily on your radio.
6. Other settings
Dynamic range compression (DRC)
This function reduces the difference between the loudest and quietest audio being broadcast. Effectively, this makes quiet sounds comparatively louder and loud sounds comparatively quieter.
Note: DRC only works if it is enabled by the broadcaster for a specific station.

To change the DRC setting
Select “MENU > DRC”. The options available are: DRC off / low/high

FM OPERATION

FM radio mode receives analog radio from the FM band and displays RDS (Radio Data System) information about the station and show (where broadcast).
1. Selecting stations
The first time you select FM radio, the unit is set to the lowest frequency in the FM band.
To scan for a station in FM mode
Press the “AMS” button. The unit scans up through the FM band frequencies, showing the current frequency on the screen display. A scan stops when a signal is found. The unit can be set to stop at each station or only at stations with a strong signal. Alternatively, you can use the / buttons to tune in 50 kHz steps.
2. Presets
The unit has 40 preset memories for FM, which works in the same way as DAB mode presets.
3. Now playing information
While FM radio is playing, the screen shows its frequency, or if RDS information is available, station name, and any further “Radio Text” information. If no information is available just the frequency and a “NO Radio Text” message are shown.
To view further information about the broadcast
Press the “INFO” button. Each time you press the “INFO” button the next set of information is displayed, cycling through RDS Radio Text, program type, frequency, mono/stereo, time, and date.
To return to the default “Now playing” screen
Press and hold the “INFO” button.
4. Other settings Scan settings
By default, FM scans stop at any available station (ALL Stations). This may result in poor quality audio from weak stations Options: All stations / Strong stations only
To change scan settings, to stop only at stations with good signal strength
Select “MENU > Scan setting”, then “Strong stations only”
Note: In the example screen on the right, the asterisk indicates that “Strong stations only” is the currently set value.
Audio settings
By default, all stereo stations are reproduced in stereo. For weak stations, this may result in poor-quality audio. The audio quality can be improved using mono. Options Stereo allowed / Forced mono
To play weak stations in mono
Select “MENU > Audio setting > Forced mono”.
Note: In the example screen on the right, the asterisk indicated “Stereo allowed” is the currently set value
CD OPERATION

Compatible Disc Types

Some recorded files may not be able to be played due to the type and format of the disc or the condition of the recording.

CD Playing

1. Press the ****button repeatedly on the top of the until “CD” is displayed or press the CD button on the remote control to select the CD function.

2. Insert the disc into the disc door, the unit will read the disc and play it automatically.

3. Press the button to eject the disc.
   If in stop mode, press the button to start playing the disc.

4. Press the ****button to pause the playback.

5. To resume playback, press the ****button again.

6. Press the ****button on the remote control to stop the disc from playing.

While the CD is playing the current track number and the elapsed time will be displayed.

To Skip Search or Search and Play

• Press the ****button once or more to skip backward one or more tracks on the disc.
• Press the ****button once or more to skip forward one or more tracks on the disc.
• Press and hold the ****button on the remote control to search backward for the track position that you want to start playing from.
• Press and hold the ****button on the remote control to search forward for the track position that you want to start playing from.

Playing Repeatedly
For CD discs, ONE and ALL repeat play can be set by repeatedly pressing the “REPEAT” button on the remote control.
Playing Random
For CD discs, random play can be set by pressing the “RANDOM” button on the remote control.

Program
When playing music, press the button on RC, then press the “PROGRAM” button, then the following information will be displayed on the screen.
You can choose a track by RC digital key to store as P01, P02 etc. In this process, press the “PROGRAM” button to go to the next channel setting. After finishing the setting, press the button to finalize. In the program playing back, the digital keys on RC is invalid, you can only press the / buttons to change track. Change source or press the ****button twice to clear the program setting. The max. channel is 20!

USING THE USB

1. Insert the USB device USB plug into the port at the rear of the unit.
2. Press the ****button repeatedly on the top of the unit or press the “USB” button on the RC to select the USB function.
3. The device´s stored music will be played automatically.
   „Playing Random“ and „Program“ is the same as in CD mode

For devices with a USB cable:

1. Insert one plug of the USB cable (not supplied) into the USB socket at the rear of the unit.
2. Insert the other plug of the USB cable to the USB output terminal of the USB device.

USB charging (5V 1A socket only)
You can plug a USB cable in the 5V 1A USB socket to charge the mobile device. If the USB device is corrupted, this unit will not be able to detect and play the music stored. Format the USB mass storage device and restore the music on the device with a computer.

FACTORY RESET

1. Choose the “DAB” Mode.
2. Press the “MENU” button on the RC, change the / button to „System“ and press the button on the RC. The display shows . Then press the button again and choose the / button . At least press the ****button and the unit starts new.

MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the unit
Ensure the unit is fully unplugged from the main socket before cleaning.

• To clean the unit, wipe the case with a slightly moist, lint-free cloth.

• Do not use any cleaning fluids containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives.

• Do not spray an aerosol at or near the unit.
  Handling Discs

• Do not touch the playback side of the disc.

• Do not attach paper or tape to the disc.

Cleaning Discs
Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the center outwards with a soft cloth. Keep always the disc clean.

• If you cannot wipe off the dust with a soft cloth, wipe the disc lightly with a slightly moistened cloth and finish with a dry cloth.
• Do not use any type of solvents such as thinner, benzine, commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray. They may damage the disc.

Storing Discs
Do not store discs in places subject to direct sunlight or near heat sources.

• Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and dust such as a bathroom or near a humidifier.
• Store discs vertically in a case, stacking discs or placing objects on discs outside of their cases may cause warping.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Power Supply:
Power Consumption:
Power Consumption (Standby
mode):
Power Output:
5V 1A Output Socket:
USB:
DAB Frequency range:
FM Frequency range:
Bluetooth version:
Transmission frequency:| AC 200-240V~50/60Hz
25 Watt
< 1 Watt
2 x 15 Watt
5V 1A Out
5V 500mA
174-240 MHz
87.5-108MHz
V2.1+EDR
2.402~2.480GHz
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IMPORTER

Wörlein GmbH
Gewerbestrasse 12
D 90556 Cadolzburg
Germany| Tel.: +49 9103 71 67 0
Fax.: +49 9103 71 67 12
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.soundmaster.de
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Hereby, Wörlein GmbH declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU.
A copy of the declaration of conformity can be obtained from the above address.

References

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