Pico Dab+ - Hi-fi system REVO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Pico Dab+ REVO

Benefits of DAB radio 3

Pico overview and key features 3

Warranty 3

Warranty registration 3

Controls and Connections 3

Powering Pico 3

Getting Started 4

Pico's Control Method 4

Pico's Menu Explained 4

DAB Mode 4

Choosing a station 4

Change display mode 5

DAB Mode Menu Options 5

Station Order 5

Manual Tune 6

Set DRC 6

DRC - Dynamic Range Control 6

Local and Full Scan 6

Favourite Station Presets 6

FM Mode 7

FM Operation 7

Favourite Station Presets 7

M-Port 8

Trouble-Shooting 8

Technical Specification 9

Preface

Copyright and Acknowledgements

Copyright © 2008 Revo Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved.

Revo Technologies Ltd

The Inox Building

Caldwellside

Lanark

Scotland

United Kingdom

ML117SR

Tel. [phone]

Fax. [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Website: www.revo.co.uk

The information in this guide is believed to be correct at the time of publication. However, our policy is one of continuous development and so the information is subject to change without notice.

Revo®, Pico and M-Port are trademarks or registered trademarks of Revo Technologies Limited.

iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

SafetyWarnings

Do not operate this radio near water.
Avoid small objects and liquids from getting into this product.
Do not remove screws or casing parts.
Use only the power supply unit supplied.

EEC: This product has been designed and type-tested to comply with EU requirements and carries a CE mark.

RoHS

COMPLIANT

Technical Support

Should you encounter any difficulties with the operation of your radio, or should you suspect that it may be faulty in some way, please call our technical support department on the number below:

01555666161

Alternatively, email [e-mail] or visit the troubleshooting section of our website at: www.revo.co.uk/support

Welcome to Revo DAB

Thank you for buying our Pico Digital Radio, we feel sure that it will provide you with years of enjoyment and reliable service.

This guide has been designed to quickly get you up-and-running and listening to DAB and DAB+ digital radio, offer guidance on the more complex features of this product and provide information on safety, warranty and registration.

Benefits of Digital Radio

Clear, interference free digital sound
Many more stations, much more choice
No frequencies, select by station name
No re-tuning
Text information via LCD screen

Pico Overview

Pico is capable of receiving both standard DAB and new DAB+ digital radio broadcasts, without the need for any software upgrades or modification, all in a splashproof casing, with the convenience of internal battery power.

Pico can also be used as a high quality speaker system for your iPodTM (or other MP3 player or external sound source).

Simply connect your device to Pico's M-Port using the audio lead supplied.

Warranty

Revo Technologies Ltd warrants to the purchaser that this product will be free from parts and manufacturing defects in the course of normal use for a period of one year from the date of purchase.

This warranty does not apply in cases of accidental damage, where the case has been removed, wear and tear, negligence, modification or inappropriate use.

Should you encounter problems with this product, please contact your supplier or alternatively see page 2 of this guide for technical support contact details.

Warranty Registration

It is a warranty condition that you register your purchase by either completing the warranty card enclosed with your radio or alternatively registering online at www.revo.co.uk/register

Controls and Connectors

1. Telescopic Antenna
2. Stereo Line-Out
3. 3.5mm Headphone Socket
4. DC Power Socket

Powering Pico

Your Pico radio is powered from the mains using the power adaptor supplied, or from its own internal rechargeable battery pack.

To power from the mains, insert the power adaptor plug into the DC power socket on the rear of Pico. When Pico is connected to mains power, its internal battery pack will commence charging. On a full charge, Pico's internal battery pack has a 12 hour life.

Only use the power adaptor supplied. Replacements are available from www.revo.co.uk

Getting Started

Pico is a sophisticated digital radio device, with several modes of operation and many advanced features.

In order for you to get the most out of Pico's functions, it is important that you learn how to use the cursor based control system, and also understand how Pico's menus work.

Pico's Control Method

Pico's control method is based around a central scroll wheel (with push to select function) and a number of .

SCROLL WHEEL:

Rotate clockwise and anti-clockwise to scroll through menu options.

PUSH TO SELECT:

Press the scroll wheel to select the current

menu option. In FM mode, pressing SELECT will initiate an FM scan.

BACK:

Press to return to the previously selected menu entry. Repeatedly pressing will return you to the top level of the Mode menu (for the mode you are in).

MENU:

Press to enter (or return to) the Mode menu for the mode of operation you are currently in. Pressing for a second time will return you to the 'playing' screen.

MODE:

Sequentially cycles through each of the modes of operation.

Using these keys, you will be able to perform most functions and navigate through Picos various menus.

Pico's Menu Explained

Pico has three types of menu as follows:

Main Menu

This is Pico's principle [top level] menu, and allows you to enter different operating modes, setup the radio, and view information such as software version and your radio's ID number.

Mode Menus

The Mode menus are so called because they show the functions available within the context of each of the operating modes (DAB mode, FM mode etc.).

Pressing the MENU button at any time will take you to the Mode menu of the operating mode your radio is currently in. Each Mode menu includes a listing for Main Menu - selecting this option will return you to the top level Main Menu (as described above).

Main Menu

The Main menu provides access to the following modes and sub-menus:

DAB Info System

FM Setup

To select an option from the menu, simply use the scroll wheel to move through the menu options, then press to select.

DAB Mode

Choosing a Station

Firstly ensure that you have extended the antenna on the rear of Pico.
Enter DAB Mode by pressing the MODE key and switching between FM Mode and DAB Mode. Alternatively, DAB Mode can be accessed via the Main Menu.
If this is the first time you have used Pico, it will scan for DAB stations in your area and store them in memory. Pico will also set its clock and date at this point.
Pressing and holding the INFO button for a period of two seconds will manually instruct Pico to perform a station scan.
When the station scan has been completed, stations will be displayed in numeric then alphabetic order.
If no DAB signal is found, it may be necessary for you to relocate your radio, or to check whether DAB coverage is available in your area.
To select a station simply rotate the scroll wheel to cycle through the list of available stations, then push to make your selection.

MODE

DBB Mode

Scanning.. 10

中

INFO

ArrowRock

BCCsian

BBC 6 Music

Playing

To Change the Display Mode

Pico has nine different display modes.

Simply press the INFO button to cycle through each mode. These display modes are explained in the table opposite:

Display option Example

Normal display with scrolling text

BBC Radio 1 calls cost max

Signal level, indicator on bar shows minimum acceptable level

1kSPORT

Type of broadcast

BBC Radio 1
Pop Music

Broadcaster

BBC Radio 1 BBC National DAB

Station name and frequency

BBC Radio 1
128 225.64MHz

Signal strength

BBC Radio 1
Sig strength 96

Data rate and broadcast type

BBC Radio 1
128kbits Stereo

Time

BBC Radio 6Music
11:43:03

Date

BBC Radio 6Music
18/12/2007

DAB Mode Menu Options

Pico has a number of additional functions that are accessed through the DAB Mode menu, as follows:

Station Order

Press the MENU key in DAB Mode then select 'Station order'.

To specify the order in which stations are displayed

Select the Station order option.
Turn the scroll wheel to scroll through the options and press to SELECT.

The following table describes the options available under the 'Station Order' menu:

Station order Description

Alphanumeric Lists stations in alphabetical order.

Ensemble Lists stations by multiplex.

Valid Lists only active stations.

Manual Tune

Choose the 'Manual tune' option from the DAB Mode menu.
The 'Manual tune' selection screen allows you to select a particular frequency to tune to. The list of frequencies displayed is dependant on the currently-set frequency band and contains all of the frequencies within that band. It starts with the short name of the frequency, for example 12B, and is followed by the actual frequency in MHz.
If there is a station corresponding to this station number and frequency, the display will show the name, frequency, and a tuning meter will show the signal strength.

DRC - Dynamic Range Control

Pico includes a dynamic range control that automatically boosts the volume of quieter sounds for listening in noisy environments.
The DRC control is found in the DAB Mode menu under 'DRC'. There are three pre-defined settings as follows:

DRC Description

DRC Low Dynamic Range Control is set to half

DRC High The recommended setting for noisy environments

DRC Off Dynamic Range Control is switched off

FM Mode

FM Operation

• Extend the telescopic antenna found on the rear of Pico.
  Enter FM Mode by pressing the MODE key and switching between DAB Mode and FM Mode. Alternatively, FM Mode can be accessed via the Main Menu.
  If this is the first time Pico has been in FM mode, it will start at the beginning of the FM frequency range. Otherwise, the last FM station you were listening to will be selected.
  To scan through the FM frequency range turn the scroll wheel.
  To 'SEEK' the next active station, press the scroll wheel.

Favourite Station Presets

Pico allows you to store 12 favourite station presets, either via the PRESET button on Pico itself, or on the optional Pico remote control.
To save the station you are currently listening to as a preset, simply press the PRESET button then use the scroll wheel to find an unused location. Now press the scroll wheel to store.
To listen to a stored station press the PRESET button then use the scroll wheel to locate your desired preset, then press to select.

Local and Full Scan

As time passes, new stations will become available in your area. To find them and add them to your station list it is necessary to perform either a 'Local' or 'Full' scan. Both operations can be accessed via the DAB Mode menu.
A Local Scan performs a shorter scan of only the 'local' ensemble range.
A Full Scan will take longer, but will cover the complete DAB ensemble range.

Favourite Station Presets

• Pico allows you to store 12 favourite station presets, either via the PRESET button on Pico itself, or via the optional Pico remote control.
  To save the station you are currently listening to as a preset, simply press the PRESET button then use the scroll wheel to find an unused location. Now press the scroll wheel to store.
  To listen to a stored station press the PRESET button then use the scroll wheel to locate your desired preset, then press to select.

MDDE

FIM Mode

87.59%

FM

Preset 1 unset
Preset 2 unset

Preset 1 set
Preset 2 uns

MPort Mode

Using MPort

Revo's MPort connector allows for quick and easy connection of an iPod or other MP3 player or sound source.
Using the connection lead supplied, Pico is transformed into a high quality digital audio speaker system.
- Connect one end of the supplied audio lead to the headphone [or auxiliary out] socket of your source device, then connect the other end to the MPort on the front of Pico.
Pico's LCD screen will now display the word 'MPort' on its screen.
You should adjust the output volume level on both the source device and on Pico itself to gain optimal volume levels and sound performance.

H-Fort

Trouble-Shooting

DAB Digital Radio

I hear a 'burbling' noise on some stations.
A. If the signal strength is too low, a break-up in reception can occur and this sound is the result. Make sure that Pico's antenna is fully extended and in an upright position. If the problem persists, move Pico to another location or check that you are in an area where reception of this station is possible.

a. I get a 'No stations available' message?
A. Make sure that your antenna is fully extended and vertical. Check the signal strength and move Pico to another location if necessary.
Pico's clock isn't set.
A. Pico needs to be able to pick-up a DAB signal or have its clock set manually. If Pico can find a DAB station, it can then set its clock.

Factory Reset

In the unlikely event that Pico performs erratically, it is possible to perform a software reset to restore the original factory settings. The factory reset option can be found under the System Setup heading, which itself can be found under the Main Menu.

Technical Specification

General: Mono DAB and FM radio with full Band III reception.
■ Speaker: 2.25" full-range neodymium
Audio Power Output: BW
Frequency Ranges: DAB Band III [174 - 240 MHz]

DAB+ coverage FM [87.5 - 108 MHz]

Antenna: Integral telescopic aerial
■ Input Connectors: DC power adaptor socket (230V adapter supplied) 3.5mm line-in for auxiliary devices (M-Port)
Output Connector: 3.5mm headphone socket Stereo RCA connectors
LCD Display: High resolution 3 line 'negative' LCD screen. (2 lines text, 1 line icons, 16 character width)
Presets: 12 x DAB and 12 x FM presets
Remote Control: Infra-red remote control [Optional]
Mains Power Supply: 12V 1200mA
Battery Power: Li-hon rechargeable battery pack. 12 hour life.
Approvals: CE marked and RoHS compliant.
Dimensions: 167mm (H) × 105mm (W) × 105mm (D)

EVO

D A B +

DIGITAL RADIO

pICO DAB+

mode d'emploi

Table des matieres

Bienvenue à Revo 3

Copyright © 2008 Revo Technologies Ltd.

Revo Technologies Ltd

The Inox Building

Caldwellside

Lanark

Scotland

United Kingdom

ML11 7SR

Tel. [phone]

Fax. [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Site Internet: www.revo.co.uk

www.revo.co.uk/support

Specifications techniques

Revo Technologies Ltd The Inox Building

Caldwellside

Lanark

Scotland

United Kingdom ML11 7SR

Tel. [phone]

Fax. [phone]

Email: [e-mail] Website: www.revo.co.uk

BBC Radio 1 calls cost max

Copyright © 2008 Revo Technologies Ltd.

Revo Technologies Ltd

The Inox Building

Caldwellside

Lanark

Scotland

United Kingdom

ML117SR

Tel.[phone]

Fax. [phone]

Email. [e-mail]

Sito Web: www.revo.co.uk

BBC Radio 1 calls cost max

Radio is our Religion

Revo Technologies Ltd The Inox Building Caldwellside Lanark Scotland United Kingdom ML11 7SR

Telephone Support 01555 666 161

Online Support www.revo.co.uk/support [e-mail]