Tivoli Audio PAL +BT Portable Bluetooth Radio Owner’s Manual

Tivoli Audio PAL +BT Portable Bluetooth Radio Owner’s Manual

ATTENTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED  SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

6. Warning: Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like.

7. WARNING: DO NOT INGEST BATTERY, CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD. The remote control supplied with 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.

8. Do not use this apparatus near water. For example, do not use near a bathtub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, and the like. WARNING! Do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

9. Clean only with a dry cloth.

10. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

11. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

12. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

13. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

14. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

15. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 

16. For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the product from lightning and power-line surges.

17. Operate this product only from the type of power source indicated on the rear panel. For products using an external power supply, use an exact replacement if lost or damaged. For products operating from battery power, refer to the user manual.

18. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
    a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
    b. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product.
    c. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
    d. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
    e. When the product exhibits a distinctive change in performance.

19. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus

20. If the LCD becomes cracked and damaged, do not touch the liquid.

21. Keep this product a safe distance away from naked flame, such as a lit candle.

22. The recommended operating temperature range is 5˚ C to 40˚ C (41˚ F to 104˚ F).

23. The external power supply must be positioned so it is readily accessible and not blocked by furniture, etc.

24. The power cord plug serves as the disconnect device and should remain readily accessible.

This product can be recycled. Products bearing this symbol must NOT be thrown away with normal household waste. At the end of the product’s life, take it to a collection point designated for recycling of electrical and electronic devices. Find out more about return and collection points through your local authority.

The European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive was implemented to dramatically reduce the amount of waste going to landfills, thereby reducing the environmental impact on the planet and on human health. Please act responsibly by recycling used products. If this product is still useable, consider giving it away or selling it.

PAL+BT Instructions

Congratulations on your purchase. We believe the PAL+BT to be one of the finest portable
DAB/DAB+/DMB/FM radios on the market today. With the addition of Bluetooth wireless technology, you can stream your music wirelessly to the PAL+BT.

We know you are eager to begin listening to your new radio, but in order to take full advantage of what your PAL+BT is capable of, please take a moment to read this owner’s manual and the safety instructions. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your dealer or Tivoli Audio.

Please save the carton and original packing should you ever need to ship your radio, as shipping damage is not covered by the factory warranty.

On behalf of all of us, thank you for choosing Tivoli Audio, and enjoy your new PAL+BT!

Packed with your PAL+BT radio you should find:

• One (1) external power supply
• One (1) Li-Ion battery pack (installed)
• One (1) remote control (battery installed)

Please contact your dealer or Tivoli Audio if any of these items are missing.

Getting Started

Guide to Features (Front Panel)

1. Power/Volume Knob:
The Power/Volume Knob serves many functions:

• Power: When the PAL+BT is off, press the knob briefly to power the unit on. When the PAL+BT is on in any source, press and hold the knob to power the unit off. (Note: the remote’s Power button will not turn the PAL+BT on when the unit is off and not connected to the external power supply.)
• Volume: When the PAL+BT is on in any source, rotate the knob clockwise to increase the volume level and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume level.
• Source: When the PAL+BT is on in any source, press the knob to switch between sources.

2. Tuning Knob:
The Tuning Knob serves many functions.

• Tuning: When the PAL+BT is on in any source except Aux, rotate the knob clockwise to manually tune up and counter- clockwise to manually tune down.
• Snooze: When the alarm sounds, press the knob to engage Snooze. A icon will show on the display when Snooze is active. The Snooze time is fixed at 7 minutes. Press again during Snooze to cancel the Snooze. The Snooze function works when the PAL+BT is connected to the external power supply. When operating on battery-only power, pressing Snooze will have no effect.
• PRESETS: Press briefly to recall the station associated with that specific preset. In FM mode, the preset number will be indicated on the display. There are 5 presets for each band.

LCD:

Guide to Features (Rear Panel)

1. FM/DAB ANTENNA: When listening to FM, adjust this telescoping antenna and position it for best reception. In strong FM signal locations, reducing the antenna’s length may provide better reception. When the unit is not in use keep the antenna retracted to protect it.
2. AUXILIARY INPUT: To hear audio from another device (such as a portable CD or MP3 player) through the PAL+BT’s main speaker, connect the device’s audio output to this input and set the radio’s source to Auxiliary Input. This jack accepts a 1/8″ stereo male mini plug. Note that you may need to adjust the volume level differently for an auxiliary device than the level normally used for radio listening. Keep the rubber plug inserted when this input is not in use.
3. HEADPHONE OUTPUT: Connect a headset to this stereo output for private listening. The headphone volume will be controlled by the PAL+BT’s volume knob. Connecting a pair of headphones will mute the PAL+BT’s main speaker. This jack accepts a 1/8″ stereo male mini plug. You may also record from the PAL+BT or use it as a high quality stereo tuner by using this output. Keep the rubber plug inserted when this output is not in use.
4. BATTERY COMPARTMENT: Stores the Lithium-ion battery pack. Do not load any other type of batteries in the compartment. See “Replacing the battery pack.”
5. DC INPUT: Use this input to operate the PAL+BT using its included Tivoli Audio 9V 2A power supply. Use only the power supply provided with this product. Should the power supply get damaged or misplaced, contact Tivoli Audio for a replacement. Keep the rubber plug inserted when this input is not in use.

Guide to Features (Remote Control)

Menu and Specific Features

NOTE: When operating on battery-only power (external adapter not plugged-in), if Sleep is engaged and the alarm is set, after Sleep ends, the alarm will not sound. To use both Sleep and Alarm features, please be sure the external adapter is connected.

How to Set the Alarm

Access the alarm setting either through the main menu or by pressing the alarm button on the remote.

If you make a mistake at any point in the process, press the Back button on the remote and begin again.

Your settings will not be saved unless you complete the entire process and the display shows “Alarm Saved”.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• The alarm cannot sound if the PAL+BT is off and not connected to the external adapter.
• The alarm volume will ramp-up over time. It will take several seconds until the alarm reaches the volume level set in the alarm menu.
• Should power be lost or the battery becomes discharged, the alarm time will be saved, but the alarm cannot sound without power to the PAL+BT.

ALARM OPTIONS:
Alarm Quick Set: With the PAL+BT in standby, repeatedly press the alarm button briefly to toggle each alarm on or off.

Alarm Off: To stop the alarm, press the Alarm or Power button on the remote.

Snooze: To activate Snooze, press the Snooze button on the remote. The Snooze time is not adjustable. When operating on battery-only power, pressing Snooze will have no effect.

Note: When in Snooze mode, you can see the remaining Snooze time by pressing the Snooze button on the remote. If you press the Alarm or Power button on the remote, then the Snooze countdown will be cancelled and the PAL+BT will go into Standby or off if operating on battery-only power.

Digital Radio (DAB/DAB+/DMB) Mode

NOTE: When moving the PAL+BT to another location where there may be different DAB stations from the previous location, it is recommended to run a “Prune” to remove unavailable stations.

DAB DISPLAY MESSAGES:
Secondary Services: Secondary stations will be indicated by a >> symbol next to the station name. Secondary services may not be available in your area.

“?”: If this symbol appears next to the station name, it means the station is invalid or inactive.
“Not Available”: Shown when tuning a DAB station with an insufficient signal.

Bluetooth Operation

Prior to pairing, verify your device supports Bluetooth 3.0 and that your device is not connected to any other Bluetooth product. Devices may pair differently. Below is a general guide.

1. Change the source to Bluetooth, then press and hold the Scan button. Turn the volume up about ¼ to start. Also turn up the volume on the source device (the device you are streaming from).
2. Turn on the Bluetooth wireless technology on your enabled device.
3. Select “Tivoli Bluetooth (Not Paired)” when it appears on your device’s screen to initiate searching. Some devices may prompt you for a PIN. If so, enter “0000”. “Tivoli Bluetooth” will change from “Not Paired” to “Connected”.
4. You will hear a ring tone from the PAL+BT confirming connection and you can begin playing your music files wirelessly. Adjust the volume level on your device. You should not have to pair your device again. Depending on your device, you may need to make multiple attempts at Pairing and/or Connecting to the PAL+BT, but please give your device adequate time to Pair or Connect before repeating the process.

Pairing A Bluetooth Wireless Technology Enabled

iPhone/iPod Touch/iPad

1. Change the source to Bluetooth, then press and hold the Scan button. Turn the volume up about ¼ to start. Also turn up the volume on the source device (the device you are streaming from).
2. Select “Settings” (depending on software version).
3. Select “General”.
4. Select “Bluetooth”.
5. Switch Bluetooth “On” to initiate searching.
6. Select “Tivoli Bluetooth (Not Paired)” when it appears on the display. If you are prompted to enter a PIN, enter “0000”. “Tivoli Bluetooth” will change from “Not Paired” to “Connected”.
7. You will hear a ring tone from the PAL+BT and you can begin playing your music files wirelessly. Adjust the volume level on your device. You should not have to pair your iPhone/ iPod/iPad again.

The volume output level of music files varies. If you prefer an even higher output level, check the settings in your iPhone/iPod touch/iPad: Set the EQ Off, the SoundCheck Off, and the Volume limit Off.

If you encounter a problem Pairing, press the small arrow to the right of “Tivoli Bluetooth” on your iPhone/iPod touch/iPad display and select “Forget this Device”, then repeat the Pairing process. Depending on your device, you may need to make multiple attempts at Pairing and/ or Connecting to the PAL+BT, but please give your device adequate time to Pair or Connect before repeating the process.

When streaming music, you can press the blue arrow to the right of the next track button >>/ on the iPhone/iPod touch/iPad display to alternate between the iPhone/iPod/iPad and Bluetooth.

NOTE:

• The PAL+BT will remember pairing information for up to 8 devices. Additional devices can be paired, but the least-recently used device will be replaced by the newly paired device.
• If the audio drops out or stops during playback, move your device closer to the PAL+BT, or check to be sure another wireless device is not interfering with the signal.
• When switching from Bluetooth to DAB or FM, you may need to re-adjust (lower) the radio’s volume level.

About The Battery Pack

The PAL+BT uses a sealed pack of Lithium Ion cells. Use only an authorized Tivoli Audio PAL Series Lithium-Ion battery. The estimated battery life on a full charge is 12 hours. CHARGING: To charge the battery, plug the PAL+BT in and place it in Standby. From full discharge, the battery will be completely charged within approximately 3.5 hours. Because the battery is new, it may take 4-5 full charge/discharge cycles until you experience average playback performance times. During charging, the battery icon on the LCD will flash.

The battery icon will stop flashing and all 3 bars will be shown on the LCD once the battery is fully charged. The battery does not charge while the PAL+BT is plugged in and turned on, but the battery icon will still show the status of the battery. In short, with the PAL+BT plugged in, place it in standby whenever you want to charge the battery.

Low Battery
When running solely on the battery, as the battery becomes discharged, the battery icon will drop from 3 bars, to 2 bars, to 1 bar, and finally show an empty battery. The audio will begin to sound distorted when the battery starts to reach a low level. This is normal and is an audible warning the battery should be charged soon. Because the PAL+ Li-Ion battery has no memory, it is not necessary to wait until the battery is exhausted before recharging, although recharging from a discharged battery will not harm the battery.

The battery icon is an approximation of power/charging status. It may also take several seconds for the icon status to stabilize. If the battery is removed and the PAL+ operates solely from the external adapter, the icon on the LCD will show an empty battery.

Leaving the PAL+BT plugged in, even when not in use, ensures the batteries will be charged when you need them. If the PAL+BT is not plugged in, the batteries will self-discharge as a safety measure. There is no harm in continuously operating the PAL+BT with the power supply.

Note: It may take up to 4 charge/discharge cycles before the batteries are operating at full capacity when new or left unused for several weeks.

REPLACING THE BATTERY: Should you ever need to replace the battery, lift the antenna up and use a philips-head screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the battery cover in place. Lift the battery cover off and take note of how the lead is connected to the battery pack prior to disconnecting. Replace the pack making sure to re-connect the leads correctly. Replace the battery cover by inserting the bottom lip first, then screw the cover back on.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use an exact- replacement battery  pack available through Tivoli Audio or our authorized dealers and dispose of the spent battery pack according to your country’s regulations. The battery pack must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunlight, fire, or the like. Use of a non-Tivoli Audio battery pack could damage the PAL+BT.

For information about the remote control’s battery refer to Point 14 of the “Guide to Features (Remote Control)”.

Digital Radio/FM Reception
When moving the PAL+BT to another location where there may be different DAB stations from the previous location, it is recommended to run a “Prune” to initiate a new scan to refresh the DAB station list.

FM: In strong signal locations, reducing the antenna’s length may provide better reception.

RDS (FM band only)
The Radio Data System (RDS) transmits text data along with the audio broadcast. Not all FM stations utilize this service, thus text may not be present with some stations. For stations broadcasting RDS, the text still might not appear, or might appear scrambled if the signal is too weak. This is not a fault of the PAL+BT. In such cases, experiment with the position of the FM antenna. Note RDS content is determined by each individual FM station.

Handling the PAL+BT

• The PAL+BT is weather resistant, but it is not weather proof. It should not be immersed in water or held under running water. It also should not be exposed to extreme temperatures.
• The PAL+BT is designed to be portable, but it is not indestructible. Do not drop it, throw it, or subject it to strong impacts.
• Always grip the PAL+BT using the side indentations to reduce the chance of it slipping out of your hand.

Cleaning

Never use any harsh cleansers or solvents on your radio. Normal everyday wear and tear or damage resulting from cleaning or chemicals is not covered under the factory warranty.

To clean the PAL+BT use a soft cloth and do not rub hard.

Limited Warranty

Tivoli Audio manufactures its products to very high standards and we are confident our prod-ucts will perform well. Accordingly, we provide a limited warranty on this product against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship to the original owner. This warranty is non-transferable.

Products purchased in the European Union and Norway have a minimum warranty term of two years. For countries where minimum warranty terms are determined by statute, the warranty term is the statutory period required. In all other locations, the warranty term is one year.

This Limited Warranty covers the functionality of the product for its normal, intended use as specified in this Owner’s Manual. It does not cover a malfunction or damage that has resulted from improper or unreasonable use or installation, using the charger to charge alkaline batteries, faulty ancillary equipment, modifications, unauthorized repair, shipping damage or loss, abuse, accidents, use on improper voltage/current, power surges, lightning or other acts of God, excess moisture, normal wear and tear, commercial use, or purchase from unauthorized dealers. Proof of purchase as evidence the unit was purchased from an authorized dealer may be required for warranty service.

Please contact the dealer of purchase or local distributor for warranty service or repair.

Please refrain from opening this product or taking it apart as doing so will void this Limited Warranty. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Tivoli Audio will not pay for costs incurred due to correction of reception problems, elimination of externally generated static/ noise, loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of product, or damage caused by improper use of this product.

In the event the product is returned during the warranty term and is eligible for service under this Limited Warranty, we will repair or replace any defective parts within a reasonable period of time and free of charge.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS SUBJECT TO SPECIFIED
CONDITIONS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH APPLY TO THE PRODUCT
YOU HAVE ACQUIRED. THESE LEGAL RIGHTS VARY FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY. SOME PLACES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION, RESTRICTION, OR MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN IMPLIED RIGHTS OR THEIR EFFECT. IN THOSE SITUATIONS THIS LIMITED WARRANTY

WILL ONLY APPLY TO THE EXTENT THAT THE APPLICABLE LAW ALLOWS.

The laws of your country may provide you with legal claims against the seller or manufacturer of this product. This Limited Warranty does not affect those rights.

The provisions of the Limited Warranty are in lieu of any other warranties or conditions, except those provided by law. This Limited Warranty does not affect any legal rights provided to you by law and does not preclude any remedy you may have under law.

In countries where liability limits are not precluded by statute, the maximum liability of Tivoli Audio shall not exceed the purchase price paid by you for the product. In countries where limitations of liability are precluded by law, Tivoli Audio shall be liable for no more than the direct damages for bodily injury, and/or real or personal property arising from the negligence of Tivoli Audio.

Where not prohibited by law, Tivoli Audio shall not be liable for special, incidental, consequential, or indirect damages. Some places do not allow limitations on the exclusion or limitation of relief, special, incidental, consequential or indirect damages, or the limitation of liability to specified amounts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

This Limited Warranty is void if the label bearing the serial number has been removed or defaced.

If you purchased an extended service contract from your dealer and service is required after the term of this Limited Warranty has expired, please contact your extended service contract provider to obtain service.

For your convenience, you may register your product for warranty service online at our website www.tivoliaudio.com. There is no legal obligation for you to provide personal information.

However, such information allows us to maintain a record of the Tivoli Audio products acquired by you and better understand the purchasers of our products. The information collected will be used for marketing purposes by Tivoli Audio and, where permitted, to contact you in relation to the products you have acquired or other products which might be of interest to you from Tivoli Audio or other companies. The information that you provide may be processed in another country.

For service, please contact your dealer or local distributor.

Specifications

All specifications subject to change without notice. Tivoli Audio reserves the right to make product changes without notice. Tivoli Audio, the Tivoli Audio logo, PAL+BT, and Portable Audio Laboratory are trademarks of Tivoli Audio, LLC. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Tivoli Audio is under license. iPod, iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

This manual was written by Tivoli Audio and cannot be reproduced in whole or in part without the permission of Tivoli Audio. The information included within this owner’s manual was accurate at the time of printing. Tivoli Audio shall not be held liable for operational, technical, or editorial errors/omissions.

For more information about other exciting products from Tivoli Audio, please visit our website or contact us directly (in English):

Tivoli Audio, LLC
Seaport Center
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Boston, MA 02210 USA
1.877.297.9479 (US only)
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