i-box 79275PI Portable DAB-FM Radio with Bluetooth User Guide
- June 6, 2024
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79275PI Portable DAB-FM Radio with Bluetooth
User Guide
Introduction
The i-box Tune is a stylish and easy-to-use upright portable DAB/DAB+ and FM radio. The DAB+ radio function offers you crisp and clear audio quality at the touch of a button and automatically searches for all available radio stations, displaying them on the large LCD display – so you know exactly which one you’re listening to. If you prefer to play your own selection of music the Tune also offers playback via Bluetooth and AUX IN. While the built-in 2,200mAh rechargeable lithium battery and handy leather strap, make it easy to listen to your favorite tracks and stations from anywhere around the home
User Guide
Caring for your Tune radio
Please read these instructions fully before operating your radio Do not place
naked flame sources, such as lighted candles on or near the radio. Keep away
from dripping or splashing liquids.
The unit should not be exposed to direct sunlight, very high or low
temperatures, moisture, strong magnetic fields high frequencies, and dusty
environments.
Always leave sufficient space around the unit for ventilation.
Do not use abrasives, benzene, thinner or other solvents to clean the unit.
To clean, wipe with a clean soft cloth.
Never attempt to insert wires, pins or other such objects into the vents or
opening of the unit.
Do not disassemble or modify the unit, there are no user-serviceable parts.
If the radio is damaged or malfunctions do not use. Consult a qualified
service engineer.
This product contains a built-in Li-ion battery. It must be used and charged
properly. Improper use can cause the battery to catch fire or explode
resulting in serious or fatal injury.
Do not dispose of this product with household waste at the end of its life cycle; hand it over to a collection center for the recycling of electrical and electronic appliances with batteries. Please check with your Local Authority for recycling advice.
Controls & Features
Front Panel
Charging
Your Tune Radio has a 2,200mAh built-in, non-user-replaceable, Lithium
battery. For best results, the first time you use the Tune, let it charge for
4-5 hours until fully charged.
During charging a battery/charging icon will be displayed in the top righthand
corner of the screen which will change to a Where Rock Lives full battery icon
when the battery is fully charged.
- Connect your Tune to a powered USB port on a USB charger or computer.
- For mobile use, disconnect the USB cable when the battery is fully charged.
Setting the clock automatically
Once the Tune is powered and the aerial is extended the clock will set
automatically after 50 seconds.
To change the operating language
The default operating language is English, change enter the System menu scroll
to
Standby / ON/OFF
Press the Standby/Power button 4 to switch on your radio in the mode last
used.
While connected to a USB power source press again to enter Standby. If the
radio is disconnected from the USB power source press Standby/Power button 4
to switch the radio ON/OFF.
Selecting the mode
Press the MODE key 3 repeatedly to switch between modes.
Navigating Menus
Press MENU 8 then / 10 / 9 to scroll through menu options. Press ENTER 11 to
select an option or enter a sub-menu.
DAB Radio mode
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DAB Full scan:
Long Press MENU 8 then press ENTER 11 to Full scan or long-press ENTER/SCAN 11 to Auto scan for all available stations. -
DAB Station list:
The LCD displays the long name of the station playing and program information. Use the previous/next keys / 10 / 9 to scroll through the list of stations found during the scanning, the short name will be shown. Press ENTER 11 to listen to the station shown. -
DAB Radio saving presets:
You can now save the station playing to one of the 30 DAB presets. Long press the PRESET 5 and use the previous or next key / 10 / 9 to scroll to an empty preset position, press ENTER 11 to store.
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DAB Radio playing presets Short press PRESET 5 and uses the previous or next key / 10 / 9 to scroll through preset positions, press ENTER 11 to play.
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DAB Manual tune menu option: If you know the frequency of a station you can search for it using this option. Press MENU 8 then ENTER 11 to enter the DAB menu press next 9 then ENTER 11 to enter
. Use / 10 / 9 keys to scroll through DAB frequencies for the one you want. Press ENTER 11 to play. Press the MENU key 8 to exit the search.
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DRC: Dynamic Range Control can make quieter sounds easier to hear when your radio is used in a noisy environment. This function is only available for some DAB stations. Choose high/low/off currently selected option will be marked with an asterisk *.
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Prune: Setting Prune to
clears stations with no signal reception from the DAB “Station list” when you next perform a Full scan. Select Prune in the Menu and press next 9 to select Yes/No press ENTER 11 to confirm, then press the MENU key 8 to exit.
FM Radio Mode:
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Auto scanning: In FM Mode long-press SCAN 11 to auto search for FM stations
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Scan setting: Or long-press MENU 8 then ENTER 11 to enter the Scan setting menu, choose
or then long-press ENTER/SCAN 11.
Note: If you have a strong signal you may want to choose “strong stations only” to limit the number of stations found and make sure they have a clear signal.
Stations found will be saved to the preset positions up to 30 if this many are found. -
FM Manual tune: Long press previous or next key / 10 / 9 to tune the next available station short press to fine-tune. Save the station found to Preset if you want to keep it.
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Saving FM Radio presets: You can now save the station playing to one of the 30FM presets. Long press the PRESET 5 and use the previous or next key / 10 / 9 to scroll to an empty preset position, press ENTER 11 to store.
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Playing FM Radio presets: Short press the PRESET 5 and use the previous or next key / 10 / 9 to scroll through preset positions, press ENTER 11 to play.
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FM Audio setting: In the FM menu press next 9 then press ENTER 11 to enter Audio then use next 9 and ENTER 11 to select and choose
or , then press the MENU key 8 to exit.
Note: If you have a weak signal “Forced mono” may give a clearer, better- balanced sound.
Bluetooth mode
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Use the MODE key 3 to select Bluetooth you will hear an audio tone will indicate the Tune is ready to connect make sure your device is in Bluetooth mode. The Tune will search for the last connected device.
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If the last connected device is not available. The Tune will search for other devices and will appear in your device’s Bluetooth menu as “i-box Tune”.
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Select the Tune and a “Connected” message will appear in the display and you will hear a second audio tone when the connection is successful.
Play audio on your Bluetooth device, see below for playback options on your Tune.
To disconnect your device press and hold down the ENTER key 11 for 2 seconds.
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AUX-In mode
Connect any audio device to the 3.5mm socket 24
on the back of your Tune use the MODE key 3 to access
this mode: Select and play audio on the device, see below for playback options on your Tune.
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System menu
Sub menus / options are(brightness) Timeout settings: <10 sec><20 sec><30 sec><45 sec><60 sec><90 sec><120 sec><180 sec> (stays on) **On level settings:** Dim level settings: ![i box 79275PI Portable DAB-FM Radio with Bluetooth - figure 25](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/i-box-79275PI-Portable- DAB-FM-Radio-with-Bluetooth-figure-25-550x140.jpg) **5.4 Language: See page 5. 5.5 Factory Reset: Use this function to clear all settings, station lists and presets. 5.6 Software version operating. Tips** New stations are frequently being launched so it‘s a good idea to rescan from time to time to make sure you don’t miss out on the latest additions.
Troubleshooting
Problem
|
Solutions
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Radio
reception is poor| Check that the antenna is extended for maximum signal
strength and improved reception.| Adjust the antenna direction to improve the
signal.
Move the radio closer to a window.| Check that the radio is not close to
microwaves, fluorescent lights or other equipment which may cause
interference.
No sound| Check if the volume is turned down. Increase the volume.| Check that
the radio is switched on.| Try tuning to another radio station.
The radio
does not turn on| The battery is flat and the radio is not securely connected
to a powered USB socket.| Connect the USB port on the radio to a powered USB
socket.| Connect the USB port on the radio to a higher output powered USB
socket.
Specifications
Power Input: | Micro USB 5VDC |
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Playing Time: | up to 10hrs @ 60% Vol |
Speaker Output: | 3W |
DAB/DAB+ Frequency Range: | 174.928MHz (5A) – 239.200MHz (13F) |
FM Frequency Range: | 87.5 – 108MHz |
Presets: | 30 DAB, 30 FM |
Built-in Rechargeable Battery: | Lithium-Ion 2,200mAh m Ion |
Disclaimer
Updates to Firmware and/or hardware components are made regularly. Therefore
some of the instructions, specifications, and pictures in this documentation
may differ slightly from your particular situation. All items described in
this guide are for illustration purposes only and may not apply to your
particular situation. No legal rights or entitlements may be obtained from the
description made in this manual.
Declaration of conformity
Hereby, Philex Electronic Ltd. declares that the radio equipment: Tune Radio
for radio broadcast reception in domestic premises is in compliance with the
Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of
conformity is available at the following internet address:
www.philex.com/doc
Technical support
For further help, advice, information or live chat visit
www.iboxstyle.com
UK Distributor
Philex Electronic Ltd.
Kingfisher Wharf,
London Road,
Bedford,
MK42 0NX,
United Kingdom.
EU Distributor
Philex Electronic Ireland Ltd.
Robwyn House,
Corrintra,
Castleblayney,
Co. Monaghan,
A75 YX76, Ireland.
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