MAJORITY GRANTCHESTER – Digital Pocket Radio and Speaker Instruction Manual

MAJORITY GRANTCHESTER – Digital Pocket Radio and Speaker

Support

Thank you for your purchase of the Majority Grantchester.
Please follow the guidance of the manual to set up your radio and enjoy its fantastic variety of stations and features.
If you require further assistance with your new radio, please contact our support team on the Majority website: https://www.majorityradios.co.uk/support/

What’s in the Box?

Majority Grantchester DAB/DAB+ Radio with External Speaker
USB Cable
Earphones
User Guide

Controls And Functions

Front View / Control Buttons

1. Aerial
2. Screen
3. Volume + (up)
4. Volume – (down)
5. Preset
6. Power/Mode
7. Speaker

Side View / Control Buttons

8. Scroll Wheel/ Scan (-/+)
9. Lock Switch
10. Micro USB Charge Port
11. Rear battery cover

Navigation Controls

Power/Mode
To turn your radio ON or OFF, press and hold the Power/Mode button.
To switch between modes such as DAB or FM, press the Power/Mode button.
Volume – and +
Hold the volume down or up button to decrease or increase the volume. You can see the volume being adjusted at the top of the screen.
Scroll wheel
The scroll wheel allows you to scroll forwards and backwards through options on your radio. Press down the wheel to open radio settings.
Lock switch
Push up the switch to lock the buttons. Push down the switch to unlock the buttons.

Instructions Guide

Starting up your radio

Charging your radio
The Grantchester features a 3.7V, 1000mAh rechargeable Lithium battery. When fully charged, the radio can provide over 10 hours playtime with the external speaker, and over 21 hours with the earphones.
To charge the battery within your radio, plug the supplied USB to micro USB cable into the radio charging port
(Ref.10). Plug the USB port of the cable into a computer or power adapter that accepts USB connectors.
For the first time of using your radio, we would recommend a full charge. This can take up to 2.5 hours.
Whilst charging, the charging icon on the display screen will flash on the display screen. When the radio is fully charged, the icon will stop flashing.

Earphones
You can listen to the radio via the earphones provided or the external aerial (Ref.1). The earphones contain the aerial for your radio, so you do not need to extend the aerial as it cancels out as the receiver.
To ensure that the earphones are comfortable and going to provide the best quality sound, you can change the earbud size. Simply remove the plastic bud away from the earphone piece and slide the chosen earbud size on.

Basic Operation

Ensure that the radio has been charged and view the battery life on the display when you turn it on. If the battery icon shows all of the bars illuminated then the system is fully charged.
To allow for signal to be received by the radio, you will either need to use the earphones provided or extend the antenna of the radio.

If you are wanting to play your music out via the internal speaker, simply pull out the antenna (Ref.1) and extend it fully to receive signal. To listen to the radio through the earphones, please ensure they are connected via the earphone port at the top of the radio in order to act as the antenna.

Turn the radio on by pressing and holding the ‘Power/Mode’ button (Ref.6) at the front of the radio. The display will show a Majority logo as it starts up.
Once the radio has loaded, it will begin scanning for available DAB/DAB+ stations. The radio will display “Searching…” as this is actioning.
When the scan is finished, the first available station will begin to play.

DAB/DAB+ Mode

Once the radio is switched on, it will automatically begin searching for available DAB/DAB+ stations. This will display on the screen with “Searching….”. When the scan is finished, the first available station will begin to play.
To begin scrolling through the available DAB/DAB+ stations, use the scrolling wheel (Ref.8) to scroll up and down the available stations. As you are scrolling, stop on the station you would like to play and it will sound automatically. If it does not sound automatically, the signal being received for the station may be poor.

Performing a Manual Scan
If the radio does not begin to scan automatically or you would like to perform a rescan for available stations, you can perform a manual scan.
Firstly, ensure that you are in an area with signal bars displaying on the radio to provide the best signal possible.
Push and hold the scrolling wheel (Ref.8) into the radio to open the radio settings. Once radio settings are opened, use the scrolling wheel to “Autoscan” and press the wheel to select an autoscan.
The radio will now begin scanning for available stations with good signal. The first station will then begin playing after the scan is completed. Use the scrolling wheel to browse between the available stations.

DAB/DAB+ Station Information
When listening to a station, some station information will display for your reference. Information provided includes:
PTY (Programme Type): Shows the type and description of the programme provided by the DAB station.
Dynamic Label Segment (DLS): Displays scrolling text information supplied by the broadcaster
Time: Displays the time
Date: Displays the date
Channel number and Frequency: Displays the station’s transmission channel number and frequency
Volume Level: Displays the volume unit that the radio is being played on

DAB/DAB+ Presets

Setting a station as your preset
When in DAB/DAB+ mode, you can set up to 20 of
your favourite stations as your preset stations for easy navigation.
When listening to your chosen DAB/DAB+ station, press and hold the ‘Preset’ button (Ref.5) for 3 seconds and a
‘DAB memory’ screen to show with a list of ‘vacant’ spaces for available preset number options.
Using the scrolling wheel (Ref.8), scroll to the desired vacant preset number that you would like to set the station preset as. To confirm your selection, press the scroll wheel into the radio to select.
When the station is stored, the radio will display “Stored Successfully”.
If the preset location is occupied, the original preset station will be overwritten.

Recalling preset stations
To play the preset station, press the ‘Preset’ button (Ref.5) once and scroll through the preset stations using the scrolling wheel. Once on the chosen preset station that you wish to play, press the scroll wheel into the radio to select.

FM Mode

Press the ‘Power/Mode’ button (Ref.6) repeatedly to switch between DAB and FM mode. When on FM mode, an FM frequency bar will display.
To begin scrolling through the available FM stations, use the scrolling wheel (Ref.8) to scroll up and down the available stations. As you are scrolling, stop on the station you would like to play and it will sound automatically. If it does not sound automatically, the signal being received for the station may be poor.

Performing a Manual Scan
You can perform a manual scan for stations with good signal in FM mode so that you can easily browse only the stations that are available.
Firstly, ensure that you are in an area with signal bars displaying on the radio to provide the best signal possible.
Push and hold the scrolling wheel (Ref.8) into the radio to open the radio settings. Once radio settings are opened, use the scrolling wheel to “Autoscan” and press the wheel to select an autoscan. The radio will now begin scanning for available stations with good signal.
The first station will then begin playing after the scan is complete and will show as 01/0x to present the preset stations available with good signal. Now simply use the scrolling wheel to browse between them.

FM Station Information
When listening to a station, some station information will display for your reference. Information provided includes:
PTY (Programme Type): Shows the type and description of the programme provided by the FM station.
Dynamic Label Segment (DLS): Displays scrolling text information supplied by the broadcaster
Channel number and Frequency: Displays the station’s transmission channel number and frequency
Volume Level : Displays the volume unit that the radio is being played on

FM Presets

Setting a station as your preset
When in FM mode, you can set up to 20 of your favourite stations as your preset stations for easy navigation.
When listening to your chosen FM station, press and hold the ‘Preset’ button (Ref.5) for 3 seconds and an ‘FM memory’ screen to show with a list of ‘vacant’ spaces for available preset number options.
Using the scrolling wheel (Ref.8) scroll to the desired vacant preset number that you would like to set the station preset as. To confirm your selection, press the scroll wheel into the radio to select.
When the station is stored, the radio will display “Stored Successfully”.
If the preset location is occupied, the original preset station will be overwritten.
Recalling preset stations
To play the preset station, press the ‘Preset’ button (Ref.5) once and scroll through the preset stations using the scrolling wheel. Once on the chosen preset station that you wish to play, press the scroll wheel into the radio to select.

Radio Settings

To access the radio settings to adjust display and functions, press and hold the scroll wheel (Ref.8) into the radio
to open the settings. Now use the scroll wheel to scroll through these available options:

Sleep Timer
Select the option for ‘Sleep Timer’ by pressing the scroll wheel (Ref.8) into the radio.
Use the scroll wheel to scroll through a range of times to set the sleep timer as in minutes: 15, 30, 45, 60, 75, 90 and OFF. Select your choice by pressing the scroll wheel.
Once the sleep timer has been set, e.g 15 minutes, the unit of “15” will now display at the top of the screen. After 15 minutes, the radio will then turn off.

Autoscan
Select the option for ‘Autoscan’ by pressing the scroll wheel into the radio (Ref.8)
When on DAB mode or FM mode, the autoscan will search for available stations in that mode with good signal.

Language
Select the option for ‘Language’ by pressing the scroll wheel into the radio (Ref.8)
Use the scroll wheel to scroll through the available languages to set your radio in: English, Dansk, Norsk and Deutsch.

Backlight
Select the option for ‘Backlight’ by pressing the scroll wheel into the radio (Ref.8)
Scroll through the options of the desired time for the backlight timer to stay on: 10 seconds, 30 seconds, Always On. Select your choice by pressing the scroll wheel into the radio.

Colour Select
Select the option for ‘Colour Select’ by pressing the scroll wheel into the radio (Ref.8)
Scroll through four different colour selections for backlight/font. Select your choice by pressing the scroll wheel into the radio, or the radio will automatically set the choice you are highlighting after 5 seconds.

Version
Select the option for ‘Version’ by pressing the scroll wheel into the radio (Ref.8)
View the system version information available.

Factory Reset
Select the option for ‘Factory Reset’ by pressing the scroll wheel into the radio (Ref.8)
The radio will then automatically begin a factory reset and a bar will display on the screen showing the progress percentage. Once complete, the radio will restart and begin scanning for DAB/DAB+ stations.

Additional Features

Recharging Information
The Grantchester features a 3.7V, 1000mAh rechargeable Lithium battery. When fully charged, the radio can provide over 10 hours playtime with the external speaker, and over 21 hours with the earphones.
To charge the battery within your radio, plug the supplied USB to micro USB cable into the radio charging port
(Ref.10). Plug the USB port of the cable into a computer or power adapter that accepts USB connectors.
For the first time of using your radio, we would recommend a full charge. This can take up to 2.5 hours.
Whilst charging, the charging icon on the display screen will flash on the display screen. When the radio is fully charged, the icon will stop flashing.

Lock
To lock the buttons of the radio, move the lock switch (Ref.9) at the side of the radio up. A lock button will then display at the top of the radio screen.
To unlock the buttons of the radio, move the lock switch (Ref.9) at the side of the radio down. You will then be able to use the buttons and navigate around your radio.

Headphone/Antenna
You can listen to the radio via the earphones provided. These contain the aerial for your radio, so you do not need to extend the aerial.
To ensure that the earphones are comfortable and going to provide the best quality sound, you can change the earbud size.
To play the radio out loud, simply remove the earphones and extend the antenna at the top of the radio. You may need to perform an autoscan to pick up available stations if you are going from headphone to antenna mode.

Troubleshooting

No power / function

| Check that the radio is charging and use when fully charged.

Ensure radio is switched on by holding down the ON/OFF button.

No stations received

| Please use the earphones provided as these act as an internal antenna. If you are playing the radio out loud via the speaker, ensure the antenna is extended.

Perform a rescan for available stations in radio settings.

Device not working

| Perform a reset of the radio and try rescanning for DAB and FM stations.
Problem accessing settings| Press and hold the scroll wheel down to open settings and to use as the select button.

Specifications

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.

Safety Information

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions. Instructions are also available for download at www.majorityradios.co.uk
3. Heed all Warnings
4. Follow all instructions
5. Do no clean the apparatus near or with water
6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
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 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 a 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 the 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 authority and regulations.

ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be places on the apparatus.
Main plug is used to disconnect 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.
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 for future reference.

• Risk of electric shock.
• Do not open
• Read all instructions carefully before use and keep for future reference
• When servicing, use only identical replacement parts

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