Majority Comberton DAB/FM Radio Instruction Manual

Majority Comberton
DAB/FM Radio
COM-DAB-BLK

Controls and Functions

FrontView

1. Volume -/+
2. Standby
3. Mode
4. Scan
5. Info/Menu| 6. Preset
7. Alarm
8. Snooze
9. Tune +/-/Enter
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Back View 10. ON/OFF
11. USB Power Supply Port
12. Earphone Jack
13. Antenna
14. Battery Compartment
15. Display Screen

What’s in the box?

• Majority Comberton DAB/FM Clock Radio
• UK Standard Plug DC 5V 2A Power Supply
• User Guide

Instructions Guide

Please note all (Ref.) refer to Page 1 Controls and Functions mapping guide.
Basic Operation
Plug the connector into the back of the system labelled USB (Ref.11) and the power supply into the mains.
Ensure the antenna (Ref.13) is extended as far as possible so that you can rotate it. This will enable you to get the best signal you can.
Switch the button on the rear of the unit to “On” (Ref.10).
Press the ‘Standby’ button to turn the unit on (Ref.2). It will automatically take you to DAB radio mode or the previous mode you were using. When DAB Radio is activated for the first time, it will automatically start scanning and storing all stations that have a good signal. If scanning does not automatically start press the ‘Scan’ Button (Ref.4). To scroll through the stations, use the ‘Tune +/- /Enter’ button (Ref.9). Press ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ (Ref.9) to listen to a station.
To change the mode, press the ‘Mode’ button (Ref.3). This will switch between DAB Radio and FM Radio.
The display screen will dim automatically after 10 seconds if left in standby or working mode.
Standby
To place the music system on standby, press the ‘Standby’ button (Ref.2). To turn it off fully, switch it off at the back of the unit (Ref.10) and at the mains. The cord must be out of reach of children.
DAB Radio
Press the ‘Mode’ button (Ref.3) to switch to DAB Radio.
On first use, it will automatically scan all stations and save them.
Fully extend the antenna (Ref.13).
To auto scan, press the ‘Scan’ button (Ref.4) and then release.
This will start scanning up the frequency band and store all stations that have good signals.
The radio will automatically save all the stations with a strong signal, up to 240 MHz. After searching has finished it will automatically play the first station stored.
To listen to all stations that have been stored twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to scroll through them. Depress the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) when on the required station.
The radio will display station information when you press the ‘Info/Menu’ button (Ref.5). Press multiple times to view all information available (See page 10).
When you turn the radio on after it switches off, it will automatically tune to the same station (DAB or FM) that was last selected.
In DAB mode, the radio will synchronize with the time and date of the station.

How to store a preset station
Up to 10 stations can be set.
To store a station that you are currently playing:
Press and hold the ‘Preset’ button (Ref.6). “<1: (Empty)” will show on the display.
Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to change the “<1” to the number you want to store the station as. Then press
‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to save. The display will then show “Preset [1] stored”.
How to play a preset radio station
Press the ‘Preset’ button (Ref.6).
Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ (Ref.9) to scroll through your preset stations. You can store up to 10.
Press the‘ Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to select your choice.

FM Radio
Press the ‘Mode’ button (Ref.3) multiple times to switch between DAB and FM. The first time you do this, the FM frequency “87.5 MHz” will be displayed on the screen.
Fully extend the antenna (Ref.13).
To auto scan, press and release the ‘Scan’ button (Ref.4).
This will then start scanning up the frequency band and play the first station it finds with a good signal.
To scan down the frequency band, press and hold the ‘Scan’ button (Ref.4) for a few seconds.
The radio will display station information when you press the ‘Info/Menu’ button (Ref.5). Press multiple times to view all information available (See page 11).

FM Scan Setting
Choose between scanning strong and weak signals (All) or only the strong stations (Only).
Press and hold the ‘Info/Menu’ button (Ref.5).To make your choice, twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to highlight your option.
Select “FM Scan Setting” and press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) down. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to choose between “All” or “Only”. Press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) down to confirm your choice.
To tune a specific frequency manually
To listen to a specific frequency, twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to search forward and back.
Mono and Stereo
In working mode, press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9), to switch between ‘Set to Mono’ or ‘Set to Stereo’.
How to store a preset radio station
Up to 10 stations can be set.
To store a station that you are currently playing:
Press and hold the ‘Preset’ button (Ref.6). “<1: (Empty)” will show on the display.
Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to change the “<1” to the number you want to store the station as. Then press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to save. The display will then show “Preset [1] stored”.
How to play a preset radio station
Press the ‘Preset’ button (Ref.6). Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ (Ref.9) to scroll through your preset stations. You can store up to 10.
Press the‘ Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to select your choice.

Station information for DAB and FM Radio
DAB Radio
Press the ‘Info/Menu’ button (Ref.5) repeatedly to show the different programme information.
Signal Strength : Displays a signal bar with the strength of the current station.
Bit Error Rate : Provides details of the signal error rate.
Channel and Frequency : Displays the station’s transmission channel number and frequency.
PTY (Programme Type) : This shows the type and description of the program provided by the DAB station.
Time and Date : Displays the time and date information provided by the broadcaster.
Bit Rate: The data rate at which the signal is being transmitted.
Dynamic Label Segment (DLS) : Displays scrolling text information supplied by the broadcaster.

FM Radio
Press the ‘Info/Menu’ button (Ref.5) repeatedly to show the different program information.
Program Type : Displays a description of the type of program provided by the broadcaster.
Signal Strength : Displays a signal bar with the strength of the current station.
Time and Date : Displays the time and the date.
Frequency : Displays the station’s transmission frequency.
Audio Type: Displays the audio type of the station you are listening to. It will either be stereo or mono.
Radio Text : Displays scrolling text information supplied by the broadcaster.

Clock and Date Setting
Manually Setting the Time
The time will automatically update after the first use of DAB Radio. However, you can still set the time manually. Ensure the unit is turned on.
To make your selection, twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to choose your option. Select “Time/Date” and press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9). The hour will flash on the display screen. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ (Ref.9) dial until the required hour is displayed. To confirm the hour, press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) down. The minutes will flash on the display screen. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) until the required minutes are displayed. To confirm the minute, press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9). The time is now set.

Manually Setting the Date
The date can be changed after changing the time. The year will flash on the display screen. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) until the required year is displayed. To confirm the year, press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9). The month will flash on the display screen. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) until the required month is displayed To confirm the month, press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9). The day will then flash on the display screen. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/ Enter’ dial (Ref.9) until the required data is displayed. To confirm the date, press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9).

Dual Alarm Setting
Press the ‘Alarm’ button (Ref.7) once for Alarm 1 or twice for Alarm 2. Press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm. To turn the alarm on or off, twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) so that “ON” is flashing and press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm. The hour digits for the alarm will flash. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’
dial (Ref.9) to change the hour and press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to change the minutes and press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to change the volume and press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to change between which sound you would like: Alarm, DAB, or FM Radio and press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm. To set Alarm 2, follow Alarm 1 instructions but press the ‘Alarm’ button (Ref.7) twice. NOTE: You can press the ‘Info/Menu’ (Ref.5) button to go back to the previous step when programming the alarm.
To turn off Alarm 1 or Alarm 2

Press the ‘Alarm’ button (Ref.7) once for Alarm 1 or twice for Alarm 2. Press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm. To turn the Alarm on or off, twist ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) so that “OFF” is flashing and press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm.

Alarm Sound and Snooze

Snooze/Switch off Alarm when Sounding
When the alarm sounds, press the ‘Snooze’ button (Ref.8) to snooze for 9 minutes. The radio will go into standby mode. To turn the alarm off completely when sounding, press the ‘Standby’ button (Ref. 2).
Other Functions

Sleep Setting
This enables you to program the radio to switch off at a specific time, up to 120 minutes from activation. Press and hold the ‘Alarm’ button ( Ref.7). Choose from  20/90/60/45/30/15/5 mins or OFF using the ‘Tune +/-/ Enter’ dial ( Ref.9 ). When your choice is displayed, press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) button. The system will automatically start the timer. To turn the sleep timer off, follow the above instructions and choose “OFF” from the choices. Once the timer has been set, the minutes will count down on the display screen. For example, if set to turn off in 5 minutes, “S5” will flash, counting down to “S0” when the radio will go into standby mode.

System Reset

Press and hold the ‘Info/Menu’ button (Ref.5).
Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to highlight “Factory reset press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9). The display screen will show “Factory reset”.
Use the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) dial to choose “Yes” or “No”. Press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm.
System Version – System Version
Press and hold the ‘Info/Menu’ button (Ref.5). Use the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to select “System Version”. Press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm.

Technical Specifications

Power Supply and Batteries
The unit is powered and charged by UK Standard Plug DC 5v. The unit is also portable when powered by 4 x C Batteries (Not Supplied). These can be inserted into the battery compartment on the back of the unit (Ref.14).

Warranty
All products come with a standard 12-month warranty. All items must be registered on www.majorityradios.co.uk for the warranty to be valid. Once on the web page, use the menu to find “ register your product”. You will also be given the chance to extend your warranty for an additional 24 months, free of charge.

Troubleshooting Guide

Observation

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Potential cause/solution

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No sound| The station is not tuned in. Fine-tune the station.

The volume is set to a low position. Increase the volume.

Headphones may be connected. Disconnect the headphones.

Buttons are not working| Turn off the unit and turn it on after a few seconds.
FM: Static sound a stronger signal location.

DAB: Burbling/ intermittent cut-out    Re-scan stations.

| Signal reception is low. Adjust the aerial or move the unit to
Sound is distorted| The volume is too high. Adjust the volume control.
Desired station not found| Weak signal. Use the manual tune function.
The display shows “No Service”.| There is no DAB coverage in your area, or poor reception   Adjust the position of the aerial or move the unit to a stronger signal location
Display is blank| This may occur if the broadcaster changes the label of service or removes a label while tuning. The radio will try to retune or perform a scan
Time and Date not set automatically| For the time and date to be set automatically you need to turn on the system and switch to DAB radio and let this scan. Then press the power Mode’ button and the system will go into standby. The date and clock will update automatically.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

1.  Read these instructions.
2.  Keep these instructions. Instructions are also available for download at www.majoritytech.co.uk
3. Heed all Warnings.
4.  Follow all instructions.
5. Do not clean the apparatus near or with water.
6.  Clean only with a dry cloth.
7.  Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11.  Unplug this apparatus during light storms or when unused for long periods of time.
12.  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
13.  No naked flame sources, such as lit candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
14. Dispose of used electrical products and batteries safely according to your local
    

ADDITIONAL WARNINGS The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.The mains plug is used to disconnect the device and it should remain readily operable during intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the main mains completely, the mains plug should be disconnected from the main socket outlet completely. The battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like.

RECYCLING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS
You should now recycle your waste electrical goods and in doing so help the environment.

 This symbol means an electrical product should not be disposed of with normal household waste. Please ensure it is taken to a suitable facility for disposal when finished with.
IMPORTANT : Please read all instructions carefully before use and keep them for future reference
Risk of electric shock. Do not open
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When servicing, use only identical replacement parts

IMPORTANT : Please read all instructions carefully before use and keep for future reference

    
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