Tivoli Audio PAL BT Portable Radio Owner’s Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Tivoli Audio
Table of Contents
Portable Radio
Owner’s Manual
PAL BT Portable Radio
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
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Read these instructions.
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Keep these instructions.
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Heed all warnings.
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Follow all instructions.
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CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
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Warning: Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like.
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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.
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D o 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.
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Clean only with a dry cloth.
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Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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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.
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Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
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Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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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.
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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. -
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.
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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.
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Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus
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If the LCD becomes cracked and damaged, do not touch the liquid.
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Keep this product a safe distance away from naked flame, such as a lit candle.
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The recommended operating temperature range is 5˚ C to 40˚ C (41˚ F to 104˚ F).
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The external power supply must be positioned so it is readily accessible and not blocked by furniture, etc.
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The power cord plug serves as the disconnect device and should remain readily accessible.
PAL BT Instructions
Congratulations on your purchase of a truly unique entertainment product. We
believe the rechargeable and weather resistant Portable Audio Laboratory (PAL
BT) is one of the finest portable audio products on the market. It is sure to
enhance your radio listening experience at home or on the go. With the
addition of Bluetooth® wireless technology, you can stream your music
wirelessly to the PAL BT.
In order to take full advantage of what your new radio 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 directly.
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 you should find:
- One (1) AC power supply
- One (1) Lithium-ion battery pack (installed)
Please contact your dealer or Tivoli Audio if any of these items are missing.
Tivoli Audio
Boston, MA
USA
www.tivoliaudio.com
info@tivoliaudio.com
Before You Begin
For your safety, the PAL BT is shipped from the factory with discharged
batteries. However, it is normal if the PAL BT plays straight out of the box.
With the unit off, connect the power supply to the PAL BT and plug it into a
wall outlet to charge the batteries.
Like many rechargeable devices, there may be a delay before the LED starts to
blink when the PAL BT is brand new and first plugged in, or when left unused
for several weeks. This is a feature of the Power Management System designed
to protect the batteries from damage.
Bear in mind it may take up to 4 charge/discharge cycles before the batteries
are operating at full capacity when the PAL BT is new or has been unused for
several weeks.
Leaving the PAL BT plugged in even when not in use ensures the batteries will
be charged when you need it. If the PAL BT is not plugged in, the batteries
will gradually self-discharge as a safety measure. There is also no harm in
playing the PAL BT continuously while plugged in.
Guide to Features (Front)
- TUNING DIAL: Turn the analog dial to the right or to the left to change the FM and AM frequency range. The 5:1 tuning gear ratio provides easy, accurate tuning.
- POWER INDICATOR: Indicates when the unit is on as well as the charging mode and battery status. See the section marked “About the battery pack”.
- SOURCE KNOB: Turn the knob 1 click up to select the FM band or 2 clicks up to select the AM band. To activate Bluetooth, switch to BT and follow the steps outlined in the “Bluetooth Operation” section.
- VOLUME: Turn the volume knob up to increase the volume or down to decrease the volume of the PAL BT’s speaker. Since the PAL BT is portable, please be considerate of others around you when increasing the volume level. This knob will also control the level of headphones (not included) when connected.
Guide to Features (Rear)
- FM 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 or when listening to AM, keep the antenna retracted to protect it. This antenna has no affect on AM reception. For AM, rotate the PAL BT itself to align the internal antenna for improved reception.
- PAIRING: When connecting a new device to the PAL BT, press and hold this button to enter pairing mode.
- 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 source switch to AM or FM. 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.
- 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.
- BATTERY COMPARTMENT: Stores the Lithium-ion battery battery pack. Do not load any other type of batteries in the compartment. See “Replacing the battery pack.”
- DC INPUT: Use this input to operate the PAL BT using its included PAL BT 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.
Note: We suggest keeping the rubber covers in place over the rear jacks to protect them when not in use.
Bluetooth Operation
Prior to pairing, verify your device is not connected to any other Bluetooth product. Devices may pair differently. Below is a general guide.
- Turn the PAL BT to the “BT” position, then press the Pairing button. Turn the volume up about ¼ to start. Also turn up the volume on the source device (the device you are streaming from).
- Turn on the Bluetooth wireless technology on your enabled device.
- 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”.
When your device confirms pairing, 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.
About The Battery Pack
The PAL BT uses a sealed pack of Lithium Ion cells. The front panel green LED
serves both as a power indicator and battery power and charge status
indicator. Use only an authorized Tivoli Audio PAL Series Lithium-Ion battery.
The estimated battery life on a full charge is 12 hours.
Low Battery
With the PAL BT turned On but not plugged in, as the batteries become
discharged, the green power indicator LED to blink with a short off/long on
cycle, indicating the batteries are in need of being recharged. The remaining
playback time from the moment the blinking begins until the PAL BT shuts off
is estimated between 20 minutes and several hours. It is difficult to be more
precise due to many factors including how long and how loud the radio is
played, and the remaining charge left in the batteries. For instance, the PAL
BT will likely play longer off of the batteries at a low volume than at higher
volume levels. As you use your PAL BT, you will develop a better idea of how
much playback time you have before recharging is necessary. You may also
notice reduced battery playback time with PAL BT when using Bluetooth Wireless
Technology. Using the Bluetooth wireless technology when on battery-only
power will reduce the average playback time experienced with just radio
listening.
If the PAL BT is turned on to FM or AM and the power indicator is off, then
the batteries require recharging. However, it is normal for the radio to play
for a brief period if turned on after the LED has gone out.
If the PAL BT is to be used away from an AC or other power source for an
extended period of time, it is wise to “top-off” the charge before use,
especially if the LED is blinking.
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 Pack
When it comes time to replace the battery pack, lift the FM antenna up, remove
the two screws that hold the battery cover in place with a small Philips-head
screwdriver. Lift the battery cover off, disconnect the lead from the battery
pack and replace the batteries, making sure to correctly connect the leads.
Replace the battery cover by inserting the bottom lip first, then screwing the
cover back on. Replacement battery packs may be purchased from your authorized
dealer/distributor or Tivoli Audio.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use an exact
replacement battery pack, available through Tivoli Audio or its authorized
dealers, and dispose of the spent battery pack according to your
state/country’s regulations.
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 or subject it to strong impacts.
- Always grip the PAL BT using the side indentations.
- The PAL BT’s non-slip, weather resistant paint is durable, but it is not impervious to scratches.
- The PAL BT’s speaker is magnetically shielded, permitting use near a computer monitor or a television set.
- It is normal for the power supply to become warm during use.
Cleaning
To clean the PAL BT, use only a soft cloth and do not rub hard. Use a very
mild cleaner only when necessary. If something is spilled on the cabinet, wash
it off as soon as possible to prevent possible damage. Normal every day wear
and tear, or damage resulting from cleaning or chemicals, is not covered under
the factory warranty.
Headphones
Avoid using headphones (not included) at high volume levels to prevent
possible hearing damage.
Do not wear headphones while operating a motor vehicle.
Limited Warranty Outside North America
Tivoli Audio manufactures its products to very high standards and we are
confident our products 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 have a minimum warranty term of two
years, unless superseded by country statue. 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.
North American Limited Warranty
Tivoli Audio manufactures its products to very high standards and we are
confident our products will perform well. Accordingly, we provide a limited
warranty on this product against manufacturing defects in material and
workmanship to the original owner, for a period of one year from the original
date of purchase. This warranty is non-transferable.
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, 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.
Returns of any model purchased directly from Tivoli Audio via our website,
telephone, mail, or fax: must have a Return Authorization (RA) number clearly
indicated on the outside of the package. An RA number can be obtained by
phoning Tivoli Audio customer service (1.877.297.9479) with the product’s
model name, serial number, approximate date of purchase, and detailed
description of the problem, or by filling out the RA form on our web site
(www.tivoliaudio.com). PRODUCTS RETURNED TO
TIVOLI AUDIO WITHOUT A VALID RA # WILL BE RETURNED UNOPENED TO THE SENDER.
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.
Specifications
| Model: | PAL BT™ |
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| Type: | Portable, weather resistant AM/FM radio with |
Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Driver:| 1 x 2.5″ treated, magnetically shielded, full range driver
Power:| 9VDC nominal
Battery Pack:| Li-ion, 7.4V, 2750mAh
Battery Current:| 550mA
AC Adapter:| Model DYS818-090200W-K:
Input: 100-240V – 50/60Hz, 0.5A Max
Output: 9.0v, 2.0A
Dimensions:| 15.88cm H x 9.37cm W x 9.86cm D (3.69″ W x 6.25″ H x 3.88″ D)
Weight:| 0.85 kg (1.88 lbs)
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, and Portable Audio Laboratory are
trademarks of Tivoli Audio, Inc.
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. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective
owners.
Manufactured by
Tivoli Audio, Inc
Boston, MA USA| European Importaer
Tivoli Audio, Cooperatief
Mariaplaats 3
3511 LH Utrecht
The Netherlands| www.tivoliaudio.com
tivoliaudio
@tivoliaudio
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