RETEKESS V111 Portable Digital Shortwave Radio User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- RETEKESS
Table of Contents
Retekess V11
FM/AM/SW/DSP RECEIVER
USER MANUAL
USER INSTRUCTIONS
Henan Eshow Electronic Commerce Co.,Ltd
EU Importer :
Name : Germany Retevis Technology GmbH
Address : Uetzenacker 29,38176 wendeburg
Instructions for use
Thank you for purchasing our full band digital demodulation stereo radio. Please read this manual before use, and keep it for future reference.
Product appearance and component description
- 360-degree rotating telescopic antenna
- LED backlight
- LCD display
- Memory button
- On/Off button 66)
- Tuning + button
- Tuning – button
- Volume – button
- Volume + button
- Hand strap
- M+ (Channel shift) / Lock button
- “Favorite” button
- Mono speaker
- SW (Short wave) / Time preset button
- MW (Medium wave) / Hour setting button
- FM / Minutes setting button
- Stereo earphone jack (3.5mm)
- Power DC5V USB jack
- Power lock
- Mute button
LCD display symbols descriptions
A Key lock indicator
B Stereo mode indicator
C Alarm clock indicator
D Volume adjustment instructions
E-Store/ Channel Shift indicator
F Band number /Store Address Indicator
G Spectrum indicating: FM / AM / SW
H Campus radio station indicator
I The lowest accurate frequency number
J MW frequency unit
K SW/FM frequency unit
L Frequency or clock display area
Power supply
Installing the batteries: open the battery cover on the back of the
radio, insert the batteries and follow the image at the left in order to place
the batteries (AA 1.5V x 2) in the right direction.
NOTE: When listening to the radio, if the radio volume becomes unstable
or the display becomes dark or flashing, the batteries will need to be
replaced.
Using external power supply: This radio can be powered using any universal DC5V power supply with a USB connection. Connect the external power to the Power DC5V USB jack of the radio and then connect to a power outlet.
NOTE: Before using an external power supply, please check the external power supply voltages noted on the cable. External power supply voltages for this radio can range between 3V-5V Any voltage beyond the 5V will cause the radio not to work properly and could cause damage to the radio.
Instructions for buttons function There are 3 operational modes for the
buttons on the radio: short press, long press, and hold. Unless stated
otherwise, all operations described in this document are short press.
Short press: press the key briefly, and the function starts to work.
Long press: press and hold the button for more than 1.2 seconds. This
invokes the long-press function of the button.
Hold: Press and hold the button. The function will continue to work while
the key is depressed. This is useful for functions such as tuning to a desired
radiofrequency.
Key labeling rules : short press All keys to achieving labeled in white
function, long press achieve red function. Some functions can be activated
when the radio is off, such as clock setting and a few other functions that
will be described later. Most other functions work only when the radio is on.
Power lock switch:
The Power lock switch(19) on the side of the radio must be ON for all of the
keys to work, and if it is in the OFF state, all keys can’t work. Also use
this switch to completely turn off the power to the radio and all functions,
including the time on the clock display. This saves the battery and prevents
the radio from inadvertently turning on by accidentally pressing using the
On/Off button or any other keys and losing power or damaging the radio.
On/Off button:
Put the power lock © in the on state, and long press ON/OFF button 5 turns
on the radio to receive radio stations. To turn off the radio, long press
ON/OFF button 5 again. When Off state, the radio will then display the
clock. Pressing the Mute0 button to stop the sound from the radio, and
pressing it again restores the sound from the radio.
Tuning+ button and Tuning- button: Adjusting the frequency band frequency
using the Tuning +button 6 and Tuning- button 7 uses three modes of
operation:
Short press mode: short pressing tuning button tunes the frequency upward
or downward in single steps each time the button is pressed.
Automatic mode: long-pressing tuning button but releasing it in 1 second
activates an automatic station search, and stops when a clear signal is
reached, showing the frequency in the LCD display.
Long press mode: Hold on 6 or 7Tuning button, the frequency will
automatically search up or down more quickly, and will stop when the button is
released.
NOTE: The three modes of operation function independently and can be used
in any order desired.
The volume down ® and up e button:
Press to change the volume by a single step. long press to change the volume
quickly until the key is released. The highest volume stops at the 32 levels.
The lowest is the 0 Memory button: Press the Memory button for the
manual search function: in the On state, press the Memory button 4 activates
the memory function. The memory function is used to store radio stations, such
as SW, MW, FM, and LW. And all quantities of memory stations can be stored up
to 100. The frequency band of any of the stations can be adjusted up or down
using the Tuning+ button 6or 7 to find the target or best frequency. When the
target frequency is found, press the Memory 4 button and the number will
appear in the upper right corner, and press Tuning button 6 or 7 to change the
stored number, and then press Memory 4 again to confirm that the station has
been stored.
Long press Memory button for automatic station search function: press FMS
button, then long press Memory 4 button, the radio will auto search for the
stations available, and store them meanwhile.
M+(Channel Shift) button : Through the above ways to store the radio
stations, then press the M+(ChannelShift)O button, the number appears in the
upper right corner of the display that stores the address in memory. Then in 2
seconds, use the tuning+gand the tuning-0 buttons, to increase or decrease the
station memory addresses. Frequencies not stored will be skipped and not
appear. When done storing the frequencies wanted, stop operating for 2
seconds, or press any other keys, the M logo will then disappear. The
“Favorite” button
The default frequency can also be customized to set any other “Favorite”
frequency as the default frequency. This is a very useful button because once
you have chosen your favorite frequency from the FM band and have set that
frequency in this button as the new default frequency, pressing it, even when
the radio is off, the radio will turn on and immediately bring up your
favorite station. Naturally, you will need to have batteries installed and
meanwhile the Power lock 0 in the ON state, and which in order to use this
button.
To change the default frequency, press the tuning button+ g or tuning button-
Oto the FM frequency desired. Then, long-press the Favorite button® as it
automatically stores the frequency you have chosen as the default frequency.
Note that only one default frequency can be used at a time.
Time Preset: The radio must be in the Off state. Use a long press
SW/Time14 button to change to the clock setting. When the digital clock starts
blinking on the display, use the MW/Hour15 button to set the hour and use the
FM/Minute16 button to set the minutes. When finished, you can either press
SW/Time 14 button or wait for a few seconds and it will revert back to normal
and show the correct time.
Alarm Clock: The radio must again be in the Off state. This time, use a
press SW/Timeebutton to open the status of the alarm (see indicator icon on
the display). While the alarm is opening, long-press SW/Time8 button and then
the alarm time to start blinking, allowing you to set the alarm time, similar
to the way the time was set above. When finished setting the alarm, the radio
will auto power on by alarm timer clock, and play the station that you
listened to at last.
Disable the alarm clock : you can again press SW/Timegbutton to disable
the alarm so that it does not sound at the set time.
Alarm Clock: The radio must again be in the Off state. This time, use a
press SW/Time14 button to open the status of the alarm (see indicator icon on
the display). While the alarm is opening, long-press SW/Time14 button and then
the alarm time to start blinking, allowing you to set the alarm time, similar
to the way the time was set above. When finished setting the alarm, the radio
will auto power on by alarm timer clock, and play the station that you
listened at last.
Disable the alarm clock: you can again press SW/Time 8 button to disable
the alarm so that it does not sound at the set time.
Sleep Timer:
In the Off state, press the ON/OFF button, the screen will show 90 continues,
then press again will show 80 continues, it shows as the following:
90-80-70-60-50-40-30-20-10-off, after setting it successfully, when arrived
the time, it will turn off automatically.
NOTE: This setting is only effective at one time, if turn off the radio,
turn on it again, this setting disappears.
Lock button function:
Long press M+/Lock® button to lock the function keys, making all other buttons
invalid except for the Mutes and ON/OFF® button, which will remain active.
FM button: In the On state, pressing the FMS button can circularly change
the FM band. The frequency band is divided into 1) 87MHz-108MHz, 2)
64MHz–108MHz(Russia band), 3) 76MHz-90 MHz(Japan band)
MW(Mediumwave button: In the On state, press MW® to activate the medium
wave band circular switch.
MW is divided into two bands: 1) 522KHz-1620KHz and, 2) 153KHz-279KHz.
SW(Shortwave) :
In the On state of the radio, using the press on the SWS button will cycle
through the SW band. The short wave frequency range is 3.2MHz-21.9MHz. The
band is divided into seven meters bands: 4.75MHz, 5.95MHz, 9.50MHz, 11.65MHz,
15.10MHz, 17.5MHz, and 21.45MHz.
Specification
Frequency range| FM1: 87-108 MHz
FM2: 64-108 MHz (Russia band)
FM3: 76-90 MHz (Japan band)
MW: 522-1620M-1z (9K step)
520-1710 KHz (10K step)
LW: 153-279KHz
SW1-7: 3.2-21.9MHz
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Tuning increment| FM: 0.05MHz
MW: 9KHz / 10KHz
SW:0.005MHz
LW: 9KHz
Sensitivity| FM<18 dB
MW<10 mV/M
SW<60 ifrrV
Signal selection| >10dB
Distortion degree| <0.1%
Power supply| DC 5V or 2 x AA batteries (not included)
Speaker| 057mm / 8Q / 0.5W
Stereo separation| >32dB
Antenna length| 440mm / 17 inch
Dimension| 125 x 77 x 20mm / 4.9 x 3 x 0.8 inch
Weight| 150g / 0.331b
Caution
ATTENTION!
Before using this radio, read this guide which contains important operating
instructions for safe usage and RF energy awareness and control for compliance
with applicable standards and regulations.
Local Government Regulations
When the radios are used as a consequence of employment, the Local Government
Regulations requires users to be fully aware of and able to control their
exposure to meet occupational requirements. Exposure awareness can be
facilitated by the use of a product label directing users to specific user
awareness information. Your Retekess radio has an RF Exposure Product Label.
Also, your user manual or separate safety booklet includes information and
operating instructions required to control your RF exposure and to satisfy
compliance requirements.
Compliance with RF Exposure Standards (If appropriate, reference to the
actual product’s Safety Marking)
Your Retekess radio is designed and tested to comply with a number of national
and international standards and guidelines (listed below) for human exposure
to radiofrequency electromagnetic energy.
FCC ID
The FCC ID means: This radio complies with the IEEE (FCC) and ICNIRP exposure
limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure environments at operating duty
factors of up to 50% talk-50% listen and is approved for occupational use
only. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The CE marking means: Hereby, Henan Eshow Electronic Commerce Co., Ltd. declares that the radio equipment type is in compliance with the RED Directive 2014/53/EU and the ROHS Directive 2011/65/EU and the WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.tivdio.com
IC ID This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause interference, and (2)This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
In terms of measuring RF energy for compliance with these exposure guidelines, your radio generates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (during talking), not when it is receiving (listening) or in standby mode.
Avoid Choking Hazard
Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Protect your hearing
Use the lowest volume necessary to do your job. Turn up the volume only if you
are in noisy surroundings. Turn down the volume before adding a headset or
earpiece.
Turn off your radio power in the following conditions:
Turn off your radio before removing (installing) a battery or accessory or
when charging the battery. Turn off your radio when you are in a potentially
hazardous environment: Near electrical blasting caps, in a blasting area, in
explosive atmospheres (inflammable gas, dust particles, metallic powders,
grain powders, etc.). Turn off your radio while taking on fuel or while parked
at gasoline service stations. To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or
compatibility conflicts Turn off your radio in any facility where posted
notices instruct you to do so, hospitals or health care facilities
(Pacemakers, Hearing Aids, and Other Medical Devices) may be using equipment
that is sensitive to external RF energy. Turn off your radio when onboard an
aircraft. Any use of a radio must be in accordance with applicable regulations
per airline crew instructions.
Avoid Burns
Antennas
Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna
comes into contact with the skin when the radio is in use, a minor burn can
result.
Batteries (If appropriate)
When the conductive material such as jewelry, keys, or chains touch exposed
terminals of the batteries, may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit
the battery) and become hot to cause bodily injury such as burns. Exercise
care in handling any battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket,
purse or other container with metal objects.
Long transmission (If appropriate)
When the transceiver is used for long transmissions, the radiator and chassis
will become hot.
Safety Operation
Forbid
Do not use charger outdoors or in moist environments, use only in dry
locations/conditions. Do not disassemble the charger, that may result in risk
of electrical shock or fire. Do not operate the charger if it has been broken
or damaged in any way. Do not place a portable radio in the area over an
airbag or in the airbag deployment area. The radio may be propelled with great
force and cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle when the airbag
inflates.
To reduce risk
Pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger. Unplug
the charger from the AC outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
Contact Retekess for assistance regarding repairs and service.