soundmaster DAB160 Portable FM/DAB/DAB+ Digital Radio with Headphone Jack Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- soundmaster
Table of Contents
DAB160
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 Does not open!
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 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 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
WARNING
DO NOT INGEST BATTERY, CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell
battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and
can lead to death.
Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment
does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from
children.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of
the body, seek immediate medical attention.
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high
volume levels for long periods Safety, Environmental and Setup Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS
1. Antenna
2. Direct preset stations 1-3
3. On/Off button
4. Speaker
5. Display| 6. Selection backward
7. Selection forward
8. Preset station
9. MODE
10. ENTER| 11. INFO/MENU
12. Volume decrease
13.Volume increase
14. Headphone jack
15. AC adaptor jack
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CONTENT OF DELIVERY
➢ Main unit
➢ Charging cable
➢ Instruction Manual
BASIC OPERATION
The radio is powered by a built-in lithium battery. A USB cable is supplied in the product package.
Charging battery
The battery status is visible in the upper left corner of the display.
Getting started
Press and hold the “ ” button to power on the unit.
To power off the radio, press and hold the same button until “Power off” is
shown in the display.
Volume Control
Press the „ / “ button to decrease or increase the volume.
RADIO MODE
Change radio mode
When the radio is powered on, press the “MODE” button to select the mode
between DAB and FM.
DAB station scan
The first time you power on the radio, it will scan the DAB radio stations
automatically. It will display and play the first station after the scan is
done.
If “No service” appears in the display, start the automatic station search
again.
- Press and hold the “INFO/MENU” button until the main menu is shown.
- Choose with “ / “ the function “Full Scan” and press “ENTER”.
- The station search starts. The display shows the number of stations found and the first found radio station can be heard.
Tune DAB station
Press the “ “ or “ “ button to choose other radio channels and press “ENTER”
FM scan
Change to FM mode by pressing the “MODE“ button. Press and hold the “ “ or “ ”
button and the unit will start the scan. It will scan to the next available
station.
To manual scan, use the “ “ or “ “ button. And it will fine-tune the frequency
in a step of 100kHz.
Store preset station
- Press and hold the “PRE” button until the display shows “Preset store”.
- Choose the number of preset with “ “ or “ “ where you want to save the station.
- Then press the “ENTER” button. The display shows “Preset X stored” (X = Station number).
Note: You can also store the selected station directly on the station by pressing the station buttons 1, 2 and 3. Press and hold the corresponding preset button until “Preset X Saved” (X = Memory).
Recall preset station
1. To recall the preset station, press the “PRE” button shortly.
2. Use the “ “ or “ “ button to navigate.
3. At least press the “ENTER” button to confirm. The selected radio station
will be played.
Information (Info)
When the radio station is playing, press the “INFO/MENU” button repeatedly to
cycle through the information broadcasted by the radio as follow:
Under DAB
- DLS (Dynamic Label Segmenting): Radio text broadcasted from DAB station such as the news, songs being played, etc)
- Signal strength: This shows the strength of the radio station.
- Channel/Frequency: The frequency of DAB-Station is displayed such as “11C 220.352MHz”.
- PTY (Programme Type): shows which type of program are you listening to (Music, Talk, News, etc). If there is no information, it will display “Programme Type”.
- Time/Date: The time and date are set automatically.
- Audio info: The display shows the digital audio bit rate of the current reception.
Under FM
- RT (Radio text): Text broadcasted from the FM station
- Program Type: Show the program type of the radio station.
- Signal error: The signal strength is displayed graphically
- Time/Date: The time and date are set automatically.
- Frequency: The FM frequency for the radio station is playing.
LANGUAGE
With this function, you can select the menu language of the unit. You can select the following languages: German, English, French, Italian.
- Press and hold the “INFO/MENU” button until the main menu is shown.
- Choose with “ / “ the function “Language” and press “ENTER”.
- Choose with “ / “ the desired language and press “ENTER”.
TIME / DATE
Time set manual
- Press and hold the „INFO/MENU” button until the main menu is shown.
- Choose with “ / “ the function “Date/Time” and press “ENTER”.
- Adjust with „ / “ the time and date settings and press „ENTER” to confirm.
FACTORY RESET
NOTE: When resetting the device to the factory settings, all stored stations and settings are deleted!
- Press and hold the “INFO/MENU” button until the main menu is shown.
- Choose with “ / “ the function “Factory reset” and press “ENTER”.
- Choose with “ / “ the selection “Yes” and press “ENTER”. The device restarts and all settings are deleted.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
DAB Frequency range FM frequency range
Power input
Preset station
Battery power
Audio socket| : 174.928MHz – 239.200MHz
: 87.5MHz – 108.00MHz
: 5V
: 20 DAB+, 20 FM
: Lithium battery 1200mAH
: 3.5mm earphone jack
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