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USER MANUAL Lounge SO320 SONORO

2-WAY ALL-IN-ONE MUSIC SYSTEM WITH INTEGRATED SUBWOOFER, CD PLAYER, DIGITAL RADIO & BLUETOOTH®

Black and silver electronic device with sound waves, a digital display showing 12:00, and 'sonoro' branding (no readable text beyond branding)

Bedienungsanleitung

Operating manual

Mode d'emploi

LOUNGE

SO-320

2-WEGE ALL-IN-ONE MUSIKSYSTEM MIT INTEGRIERTEM SUBWOOFER, CD-PLAYER, DIGITALRADIO & BLUETOOTH®

Black and silver electronic device with sound waves, a digital display showing 12:00, and brand name 'sonoro' visible (no readable text beyond branding)

1. Einführung 6

Line drawing of a rectangular electronic component with a circular top and four pins (no text or symbols)

Hand holding a remote control device with a dial and scroll wheel (no text or symbols visible)

10:45 AM PM

SLEEP FM 10:45 106.70 MHz

SLEEP 10:45 Sleep 30min 1 2

Front view of a modern audio recording device with speaker grille and control buttons (no visible text or symbols)

Black and silver electronic device with sound waves, a digital display showing 12:00, and brand name 'sonoro' visible (no readable text beyond branding)

Operating manual

1. Introduction 58

1.1 Contact 58
1.2 Intended use 58

2. Cleaning 59

3. Scope of delivery 59

3.1 LOUNGE 59
3.2 sonoroLIGHT (available as an option) 60

4. Compatible formats 60

5. Contols and ports 61

6. Display 64

7. Unpacking the device and first use 65

7.1 Unpacking the device 65
7.2 Inserting the battery 65
7.3 Connecting the power cord 66
7.4 Connecting the antenna 66
7.5 Preparing the remote 66
7.6 Connecting sonoroLIGHT 66
7.7 Connecting the headphones 67

8. Setting the basic functions 67

8.1 Switching on the device for the first time 67
8.2 Standby mode 67
8.3 Settings menu 69
8.4 Adjusting the sound 73
8.4.1 Setting bass and treble 73
8.4.2 Setting the equalizer 74
8.5 Sound effect 74
8.6 Setting the sleeptimer 75
8.7 Switching the light on and off 76

9. Alarm function 77

9.1 Setting the alarm 77
9.2 Setting the alarm source 78
9.3 Settin gthe alarm volume 79
9.4 Setting the alarm repetition 79

9.5 Programming the alarm light (sunrise) 80
9.6 Switching the alarm function on/off 80
9.7 Switching off the alarm clock after the alarm sounds 81
9.8 Setting the snooze function 82

10. General audio playback functions 82

10.1 Selecting a playback mode 82
10.2 Setting the volume 83
10.3 Setting playback to mute 83

11. Radio playback 83

11.1 FM radio 84
11.1.1 Searching for FM stations.... 84
11.1.2 Storing FM stations 85
11.1.3 Accessing saved FM stations 86
11.2 DAB radio 86
11.2.1 Finding a DAB stations 86
11.2.2 Storing a DAB station 87
11.2.3 Accessing saved DAB stations 87
11.2.4 Accessing DAB information 88
11.2.5 Setting the DRC 88

12. CD playback 89

13. Bluetooth playback 91

13.1 Connecting and deleting bluetooth devices 92
13.2 Playing music via bluetooth 92

14. AUX playback 93

15. USB playback 93

16. Relaxation and meditation music 95

17. Demo music playback 99

18. Troubleshooting 100

19. Cleaning 101

20. Technical data 102

21. Warranty 103

1. Introduction

Thank you for deciding to purchase a LOUNGE.

This manual and the safety instructions provide all the information required for trouble free and safe operation of the device.

• Read the operating manual and the safety manual in their entirety before using LOUNGE.
• Keep the operating manual and safety manual for future reference.
• If you pass the device on to a third party, please provide them with the operating instructions and safety instructions as well.
• Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injury or damage to the device.
  • We assume no liability for damage resulting from failure to observe the instructions in this manual.

The images in this manual are intended to illustrate the necessary actions to operate the device.

We wish you many hours of pleasure with this product!

1.1 Contact data

Address sonoro audio GmbH,Nordkanalallee 94,D-41464 Neuss, Germany

Telephone [phone]

Fax [phone]

E-Mail [e-mail]

Internet www.sonoro.de

1.2 Intended use

The device is for personal use only. It is not intended for commercial use. The device is solely intended for the following tasks:

• Playback of FM/DAB radio stations.
• Playback of audio CDs and MP3/WMA CDs.
  • Audio playback from external USB devices.

• Audio playback from external devices connected via AUX.
• Audio playback from Bluetooth enabled devices (e.g. mobile phones).
- Charging of external devices that are connected via USB.
- Control of lamps connected to sonoroLIGHT via Bluetooth®.

Follow the sonoroLIGHT operating instructions.

Regarding the charging function, please note the specifications described in the manufacturer's operating instructions.

Any other use is not in keeping with the intended purpose of the device and is not permitted. We do not accept any liability for damage resulting from use of the device that is contrary to its intended purpose.

2. Cleaning

• Only clean the outside of the device with a dry, soft cloth. Never use aggressive cleaning agents or solvents to clean the device, as these corrode its surface.
• If the device is badly soiled, wipe it with a slightly moistened cloth and dry it immediately with a dry, soft cloth.

3. Scope of delivery

3.1. LOUNGE

The LOUNGE is supplied with a number of accessories that you need to receive radio signals or to connect additional devices.

• LOUNGE with protective cover
• Remote control
• Two button cells (CR2032, 3 V)
• Power cord (CE)
• FM/DAB antenna
• Operating instructions and safety manual

3.2. sonoroLIGHT (available as an option)

Fig.1. sonoroLIGHT

Line drawing of a rectangular electronic component with a circular top and three pins (no text or symbols)

To use the full scope of functions and be able to control a lamp that is connected via Bluetooth, you need the sonoroLIGHT dimmer module.

sonoroLIGHT can be connected to LOUNGE and it is available from specialist shops. sonoroLIGHT is not included with LOUNGE.

4. Compatible formats

Compatible CD Formats

NOTICE!

Using an incorrect CD format can result in material damages!

Inserting a mini-disc can damage the device. - Only use compatible CD formats.

• Compact Disc Digital Audio CD-DA
• CD-R
• CD-RW

Compatible audio formats

• CD-DA
• MP3
  • WMA

5. Controls and ports

LOUNGE front view

Fig.2. LOUNGE front view

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 9 8 sonoro® 11 12 13 14 15

1. Loudspeaker
2. Play/Pause (▶)
3. Stop ( ■ )
4. LCD Display
5. SETUP
6. Click Wheel
7. MENU
8. Alarm 2 (2)

9.. ▲Eject (
10. Alarm 1
11. CD Slot

12.1) Next (

1. ⏻) Stanby (

2. (Previous)

3. Light (

LOUNGE rear view

Fig.3. LOUNGE rear view

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100

1. On/Off Switch 6. USB Charge and Playback
2. DAB/FM ANTENNA 7. AUX IN 2
3. Battery Compartment 8. AUX IN 1
4. LINE OUT 9 AC INPUT
5. Headphones

Remote Control

Fig.4. Remote Control

1 2 3 SETUP MUTE SNOOZE FM CO 4 21 5 20 RELAX ALIX 6 19 18 BASS USB TREBLE 7 16 - + 15 OK 8 14 13 SLEEP 2 9 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 sonoro

GB

1. Standby ( ⏻ ) 8. Next ( )

2. Light ( lights) 9. OK, Play/Pause

3. MUTE/ SNOOZE 10. Alarm 2 ( 2)

4. CD 11. Memory 1-6

5. Bluetooth ( 8 ) 12. Alarm 1

6. TREBLE 13. SLEEP

7. VOL(▲+) 14. Previous ( )

8. VOL(▲) 19 AUX

9. BASS 20 FM

10. USB 21. DUB (

18 RELAX 22. SETUP

6. Display

Fig.5. Display

SLEEP RELAX FM AM CD AUX 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 100:00 AM 88:88 1 PRET PM 88:88 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10

Item. Symbol
1	Headphones are connected
2	Sleep Timer is active
3	Repeat : repeat all tracks on the CD
4	Relax mode is active
5	CD : shuffle the play order of individual tracks.
6	FM/AM/CD/ DAB/AUX/USB : shows the selected operating mode
7	AM : time suffix in the 12-hour setting
8	Alarm 1 : displays the set Alarm 1 time
9	Snooze function is activated
10	Alarm 2 : displays the set Alarm 2 time
11	PM: Time suffix in the 12 hour setting
12	Colon: flashes to indicate seconds
13	Dot: for FM frequency range
14	Time : displays the current time
15	CD : resume playback
16	Repeat One: CD repeats one track
17	Preset: station memory
18	Low display section: for date, menus, frequencies etc
19	Bluetooth is active

7. Unpacking the device and first use

Only connection cables and external devices that are designed for this product in terms of safety, electromagnetic compatibility and shielding quality may be used in conjunction with the device.

7.1 Unpacking the device

All parts of the device are delivered in a cardboard box.

1. Unpack the device and all accessories and check the content to ensure that all parts are included and intact.

Should you detect any damage, please contact your dealer or sonoro support.

1. Place the device in a suitable location and remove the protective foil from the display.
2. Carefully remove the cover from the subwoofer without touching it.

7.2 Inserting the battery

The battery ensures the function of the clock in case of power failure.

Fig.6. Inserting the battery

1. Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the device with a small coin. (Fig.6)
2. Insert the supplied battery with the label side up.
3. Insert the battery compartment cover and close it with a small coin.

7.3 Connecting the power cord

The device is supplied with power by means of the supplied mains cable. The AC transformer is integrated in the device itself.

1. Insert the plug of the mains cable into the power socket on the back of the device.
2. Insert the mains plug in the outlet.

7.4 Connecting the antenna

1. Screw the rod antenna located on the back of LOUNGE to the FM/DAB antenna connector.
2. If you are using the rod antenna, pull the arms of the rod antenna apart and align the antenna so that you have the best possible reception.

7.5 Preparing the remote control

Fig.7. Inserting the battery in the remote control

Hand holding a remote control panel with a scroll wheel (no text or symbols visible)

1. Open the battery compartment of the remote control (Fig.7)
2. Insert the supplied button cell (CR2032, 3 V) with the label side (+) up.
3. Close the battery compartment.

7.6 Connecting sonoroLIGHT

In order to be able to control a lamp using the Bluetooth function, you must connect sonoroLIGHT and LOUNGE once. Connected devices are stored and later connected automatically.

Follow the sonoroLIGHT operating instructions.

1. Plug sonoroLIGHT into a socket.

2. Ensure that sonoroLIGHT and LOUNGE are no more than 10 m away from one another. Otherwise, no connection can be established.

3. Press the button on your sonoroLIGHT.

→ sonoroLIGHT searches for another Bluetooth device.

1. Press the [Light] button on your LOUNGE and hold it for 3 seconds.

⇒ The devices are connected to one another. No password needs to be entered. Once the devices are successfully connected, the [Light] button lights up in white.

1. Connect a lamp to the socket on your sonoroLIGHT.

7.7 Connecting the headphones

Headphones with a 3.5 mm jack plug (not supplied) can be connected to the device.

1. Turn the click wheel to the left to set the volume to minimum.
2. Insert the headphone jack plug into the port on the back of the device.
3. Slowly turn the click wheel to the right to increase the volume.

8. Setting the basic functions

The individual menus let you select the functions and settings of the device.

8.1 Switching on the device for the first time

After you have switched the device on for the first time, the LCD display shows the clock display and the [Tune to FM RDS station to set time & date] message.

In FM/DAB mode, the time and date are set automatically unless this function has been disabled.

8.2 Standby mode

The following settings can be configured in the Standby mode:

• Setting the time manually.
• Setting the date manually.
• Switch the date on the display on/off.

The procedure to set the individual functions is the same.

Setting the time manually

Fig.8. Setting the time manually

10:45 Set Time

1. In Standby mode, press the [SETUP] button on the device or the remote control.

⇒ The display shows the [Set Time] menu. (Fig.8)

1. Press the click wheel to set the hours.

→ The hour display will flash.

1. Turn the click wheel to set the hours.

2. Press the click wheel to confirm the setting.

→ The minute display will flash.

1. Turn the click wheel to set the minutes.

2. Press the click wheel to confirm the setting.

→ The time is set.

Use the [Next] and [Previous] buttons to toggle between the hours and minutes display.

After 10 seconds of inactivity, the device automatically switches to Standby mode without saving the settings.

Setting the date manually

Fig.9. Setting the date

10:45 Set Date

1. In Standby mode, press the [SETUP] button on the device or the remote control.

→ The display shows the [Set Time] menu. (Fig.8)

1. Turn the click wheel until [Set Date] is shown. (Fig.9)

2. Press the click wheel.

Now you can set the date by rotating the click wheel.

You can switch between the day, month and year display by pressing the click wheel.

Switching the date on/off

Fig.10. Switching the date on/off

10:45 Display Date

1. In Standby mode, press the [SETUP] button on the device or the remote control.

⇒ The display shows the [Set Time] menu (Fig.8)

1. Turn the click wheel until [Display Date] is shown. (Fig.10)

2. Press the click wheel.

Now you can switch the date on or off.

8.3 Settings menu

In operating mode, the following configurations can be made in the [Settings] menu: When the device is switched on, you can make the following configurations in the [Settings] menu:

• Set the time format
• Set the date format
• Setting display dimmer
• Setting alarm light (only with sonoroLIGHT).
• Set the automatic time/date update function.
• Set the display language.
• Activate/deactivate Demo Sound.
• Reset the device to the factory settings.

To adjust the settings, proceed as follows:

1. Press the [SETUP] button on the front of the device or the remote control to enter the corresponding submenu.
2. Press the [Next] or [Previous] button or turn the click wheel to scroll through the individual menu items.
3. To open the selected menu item, briefly press the click wheel or the [OK] button on the remote control.
4. To exit the menu, briefly press the [MENU] button on the device or on the remote control.

If you do not make any further entries, the menu will close and the display switches to the previous mode.

Setting the time format

Fig.11. Setting the time format

10:45 AM PM

You can choose between the 24-hour and 12-hour formats. In the 12-hour format, the time of day is indicated by [AM] and [PM].

Setting the date format

Fig.12. Setting the date format

A DDD dd.mm.yyyy B DDD mm.dd.yyyy C DDD Mmm dd.yyyy

You can set three different date formats (Fig.12. A/B and C) as well as the current day. The configuration options are:

• A: Current day, day, month, year.
• B: Current day, month, day, year.
• C: Current day, month (in words), day, year.

Setting display dimmer

Fig.13. Setting display dimmer

① 10:45 Display High 12 ② 10:45 Display Low 06

Depending on the ambient brightness, the display is switched to bright or dark. The ambient brightness is detected by a sensor beside the display.

You can set the desired brightness level.

• Display High: Level 08 to 15 (Fig.13/A)
• Display Low: Level 01 to 08 (Fig.13/B)

To this end, you can proceed as follows to set the desired brightness of the alarm light and the timeframe in which the alarm light should reach this brightness:

Setting alarm light

Fig.14. Setting alarm light

A 10:45 Light Level 15 B 10:45 Sunrise 30min

In addition to the alarm, you can also be woken up in the mornings with a light that gets gradually brighter (only in conjunction with sonoroLIGHT).

To this end, you can proceed as follows to set the desired brightness of the alarm light and the timeframe in which the alarm light should reach this brightness:

• Brightness: 01 to 32 (Fig.14./A)
• Alarm light: 0 to 60 min (Fig.14/B)

Setting the automatic time/date update function

Fig.15. Setting the automatic update function

10:45 Clock update

You can select the automatic update function in the [Set Time] submenu (Fig.15) Switching on this function automatically synchronizes the time and date in the FM radio and DAB radio operating modes.

Setting the display language

Fig.16. Setting the language

10:45 Language

You can set the language for the menu and the playback display (Fig.16). The following languages are available:

• English
• German
• French

Switching Demo Sound on/off

Fig.17. Switching Demo Sound on/off

10:45 Demo Music

You can switch the Demo Sound function on or off (Fig.17).

Resetting the device to the factory settings

Fig.18. Resetting to the factory settings

10:45 Reset

If necessary, you can reset all specified settings, such as language and time formats and saved stations, to the default factory settings (Fig.18).

8.4 Adjusting the sound

8.4.1 Setting bass and treble

When the device is switched on, the sound of the audio playback can be adjusted via the bass and treble controls.

Configuring settings via the remote control

Fig.19. Adjusting the sound

A 10:45 Bass B 10:45 Treble

1. Press the [Bass] or [Treble] button on the remote control.
2. To adjust the bass, select [Bass] (Fig.19/A) and press the [VOL+] or [VOL-] button.
3. To adjust the treble, select [Treble] (Fig.19/B) and press the [VOL+] or [VOL-] button.
4. Press the [OK] button or wait 10 seconds to confirm the setting.

Configuring settings via the device

1. Press the [SETUP] button in the front of the device.
2. Turn the click wheel until [Bass] or [Treble] is shown.
3. Press the click wheel to confirm your selection.
4. To configure the bass, select [Bass] and turn the click wheel. To configure the treble, select [Treble] and turn the click wheel.
5. Press the click wheel or wait 10 seconds to confirm the setting.

8.4.2 Setting the equalizer

Activating and setting the equalizer

Fig.20. Setting the equalizer

1 EQ 10:45 Equalizer Effect

1. Press the [SETUP] button while the device is switched on.
2. Turn the click wheel until [Equalizer Effect] is shown (Fig.20).
3. Press the click wheel to confirm your selection.
4. Turn the click wheel to select a default setting.

You can select one of the following default settings:

• Maximum bass
• Maximum voice
• Maximum treble

1. Press the click wheel to confirm your selection.

→ The display shows the [EQ] symbol (Fig.20/1).

Deactivating the equalizer

1. Turn the click wheel in the [Equalizer Effect] submenu until the display shows [Equalizer Off].

2. Press the click wheel to confirm your selection.

⇒ The [EQ] symbol no longer appears in the display.

8.5 Sound effect

Switching the sound effect on

1. Press the [SETUP] button while the device is switched on.
2. Turn the click wheel until [Equalizer Effect] is shown (Fig.20).
3. Press the click wheel to confirm your selection.
4. Turn the click wheel until [Max. Stereo] is shown.
5. Press the click wheel to confirm your selection.
6. Turn the click wheel until [Max. Stereo On] is shown.
7. Press the click wheel to confirm your selection.

→ The sound effect is switched on.

Switching off the sound effect

1. Turn the click wheel in the [Max. Stereo] submenu until [Max.Stereo Off] is shown.
2. Press the click wheel to confirm your selection.

⇒ The sound effect is switched off.

8.6 Setting the Sleep Timer

The Sleep Timer is an automatic power-off function that switches the device to

Standby mode after the specified time has expired.

Setting the Sleep Timer

Fig.21. Switching on/off the Sleep Timer

SLEEP 10:45 106.70 MHz

1. Press [SLEEP] button on the top of the device or the remote control.

→ The display shows the [SLEEP] symbol (Fig.21/1).

Switching off the Sleep Timer

1. To switch off the sleep timer, press the [SLEEP] button again.

⇒ The symbol on the display is hidden.

If the device was switched off by the Sleep Timer, it will start in the last heard mode when you turn it on again.

Setting the time interval for the Sleep Timer

Fig.22. Setting the time interval for the Sleep Timer

SLEEP FM 10:45 Sleep 30min

1. Hold down the[SLEEP] button on the top of the device or the remote control.

The Sleep Timer appears (Fig.22) and the Sleep symbol flashes (Fig.22.1).

1. Turn the click wheel to select the desired time interval length (Fig.22.2). The maximum time interval is 120 minutes.

Alternatively, you can also use the [Next] or [Previous] buttons to adjust the values.

1. Press the click wheel to confirm the entry. When the specified time expires, playback gradually fades out.

Dimming light (sunset)

In addition to a Sleep Timer, you can also dim or switch off a connected lamp (only in conjunction with sonoroLIGHT).

1. Ensure that sonoroLIGHT is connected and that its dimmer function is switched on.

2. Switch on the light. (Chapter 8.7 'Switching the light on and off' on page 76.)

3. Program a Sleep Timer.

⇒ After the Sleep Timer has elapsed, the light is reduced gradually and is switched off after 40 seconds.

If you press the [Standby] button during the Sleep Timer, the light remains switched on.

If you press the [Light] button while the light is being dimmed, the light is switched off immediately.

8.7 Switching the light on and off

You can switch a connected lamp on and off (only in conjunction with sonoroLIGHT).

1. Ensure that sonoroLIGHT is connected and that its dimmer function is switched on.

Fig.23. Switching on the light

10:45 sonoroLIGHT On

1. Press the [Light] button on the device or the remote control.

⇒ The light is switched on (brightness level 8) and the display shows the text [sonoroLIGHT On] (Fig.23).

Fig.24. Setting the brightness

15 Light

1. Turn the click wheel within 4 seconds to set the brightness of the light (level 00 to 32, Fig. 24).

If the device is turned off, you can wait longer.

1. Press the [Light] button again to switch the light off.

If the device is turned off, you can turn the click wheel directly to switch the light on and set the brightness.

9. Alarm function

You can use the device to wake up with FM/DAB radio, CD, Relax Music or alarm ringtones. The alarm functions can also be set in the device's Standby mode.

The alarm setup menu is structured as follows:

"Set the Alarm Time Set the Alarm Source Set the Alarm Volume

Set the Alarm Repetition End"

If you do not press any buttons for approx. 10 seconds when setting the alarm, the setting is terminated without saving it.

9.1 Setting the alarm time

Fig.25. Setting Alarm 1

7:00 4:1 Set Alarm 1 Time

1. Keep the [Alarm 1] or [Alarm 2] button pressed.
   ⇒ The display shows the [Set Alarm 1] (Fig.25) or [Set Alarm 2] menu.
2. Turn the click wheel to set the hours.
3. Press the click wheel to confirm the entry.

→ The minute display flashes.

1. Turn the click wheel to set the minutes.
2. Press the click wheel to confirm the entry.

Use the [Next] or [Previous] button to switch between the hours and minutes display.

The alarm time is set.

9.2 Setting the alarm source

After you have set and confirmed the alarm time, you can set the source for the alarm.

Fig.26. Setting the alarm source

7:00 41 1:00 FM Radio

1. Turn the click wheel to select the medium you want to use (Fig.26):

FM Select an FM station	preset from the station memory that you wish to start the device with and wake up to.
DAB Select a DAB station	preset from the station memory that you wish to start the device with and wake up to.
CD Select a track from the CD	you wish to start the device with and wake up to.
Relax Music Select a Relax	Music track from the memory you wish to start the device with and wake up to.
Ringtone Select a ringtone	from the memory that you wish to start the device with and wake up to.

1. Press the click wheel or the [OK] button on the remote control to confirm your setting.

The alarm source is set.

9.3 Setting the alarm volume

After you have set and confirmed the alarm source, you can set the alarm volume.

Fig.27. Setting the alarm volume

7:00 Alarm Volume 10

1. Turn the click wheel to set the desired volume (Fig.27).
2. Press the click wheel or the [OK] button on the remote control to confirm your setting.

→ The alarm volume is set.

The alarm audio playback always starts with the minimum volume and gradually increases to the specified volume level.

9.4 Setting the alarm repetition

After you have set and confirmed the alarm volume, you can set the alarm repetition.

Fig.28. Setting the alarm repetition

7:00 4:1 1:00 Weekdays

1. Turn the click wheel to set the desired alarm repetition (Fig.28). You can choose between the following settings:

2. Once

3. Daily
4. At weekends

5. On weekdays

6. Press the click wheel or the [OK] button on the remote control to confirm your setting.

→ The alarm repetition is set.

9.5 Programming the alarm light (sunrise)

After you have set and confirmed the alarm repetition, you can set whether you would also like to be woken with an alarm light (with sonoroLIGHT only) (Fig.29).

1. Ensure that sonoroLIGHT is connected and that its dimmer function is switched on.

Fig.29. Setting alarm light

7:00 Light On

1. Turn the click wheel to switch the alarm light on and off (Fig.29).

2. Press the click wheel or the [OK] button on the remote control to confirm your setting.

→ The alarm light is programmed.

If you would also like to be woken with an alarm light, the light is switched on before the alarm goes off at the time you have set to ensure that it has reached the specified brightness when the alarm goes off.

To set the alarm light please see: 'Setting alarm light' on page 80.

Example

Settings made:

• Alarm time: 07:00 a.m.
• Brightness: 15
• Timeframe: 30 min

At 06:30 a.m., the alarm light is switched on and the brightness is increased gradually from level 0 to level 15 by 07:00 a.m.

9.6 Switching the alarm function on/off

Switching the alarm function on

1. To switch on the alarm clock, briefly press the [Alarm 1] or [Alarm 2] button on the front of the device or the remote control.

Switching the alarm function off

1. To switch off the alarm clock, briefly press the [Alarm 1] or [Alarm 2] button again.

9.7 Switching off the alarm clock after the alarm sounds

1. To switch off the alarm, press one of the following buttons:

• [Alarm 1]
- [Alarm 2]
- Click Wheel
• [Standby]

⇒ The alarm will remain activated for the next day. This does not apply if the non-recurring alarm setting is in use. The alarm light remains on and retains its current brightness.

After 60 min, the alarm is switched off automatically.

1. Press the [Light] button to switch the alarm light off.
2. To switch the alarm clock off and have it come back on after a set period of time (Snooze), press the [SNOOZE] button on the remote control.

Alternatively, you can turn the click wheel when the alarm sounds to set the snooze time. Press the click wheel to confirm.

The remaining snooze time is displayed. After the set time expires, the alarm will sound again.

9.8 Setting the Snooze function

Fig.30. Setting the snooze function

7:00 Snooze 10 min 100 1 2ZZZ 1

1. Briefly press the [SNOOZE] button on the remote control in Standby mode. If the device is switched on, press and hold the [SNOOZE] button on the remote control until the Snooze sub-menu appears (Fig.30).

⇒ The display shows the [Snooze] symbol (Fig.30/1).

1. Turn the click wheel to set the duration.
2. Press the click wheel to confirm the entry.

10. General audio playback functions

10.1 Selecting a playback mode

Select the desired mode for audio playback of the different media or from external devices.

Fig.31. Selecting a playback mode

CD 10:45 CD

1. Switch on the LOUNGE.

2. Press the [MENU] button on the front of the device until the desired mode is shown, or select it on the remote control.

Alternatively, you can also turn the click wheel after pressing the [MENU] button to toggle through the different modes. Press the click wheel to confirm the mode.

The selected mode is displayed (Fig.31).

10.2 Setting the volume

Fig.32. Setting the volume

Front view of a modern audio recording device with speaker grille and control panel (no visible text or symbols)

1. Turn the click wheel to increase or decrease the volume (Fig.32).

A volume control is shown in the display.

10.3 Setting playback to mute

Mute

Fig.33. Mute

10:45 Volume Mute

1. In playback mode, briefly press the [MUTE] button on the remote control to mute the sound during playback.

⇒ The display will show the text [Volume Mute] (Fig.33)

Switching the sound back on

1. To switch the sound on again, press the [MUTE] button on the remote control again or turn the click wheel clockwise.

11. Radio playback

1. Press the [MENU] button on the front of the device until FM or DAB mode is shown, or select the respective mode on the remote control.

The display will show the [FM Radio] or [DAB Radio] symbol.

The display shows the following information in radio mode:

• Mode: FM Radio or DAB Radio.
- Stored program channel, if the radio station is stored in the program memory.
- Station name, if the station transmits RDS text.
• RDS text transmitted by the station, if the statio transmits RDS text.

RDS is only available for stations in the FM frequency range and only if the corresponding station transmits RDS data.

If the station does not broadcast RDS text, then the frequency is displayed instead of the station name.

11.1 FM radio

11.1.1 Searching an FM station

Automatic tuning condition:

The DAB/FM antenna is connected.

Fig.34. Automatic tuning

FM 106.70 Auto Tuning

1. In FM playback mode, press and hold the [Next] or [Prevoius] button to activate the automatic tuning function.

⇒ The display shows the [Auto Tuning] text (Fig.34)

Manual tuning condition:

The DAB/FM antenna is connected.

Fig.35. Manual tuning

FM 106.70 Manual Tune

1. Press and hold the click wheel to activate manual tuning.

⇒ The display shows the [Manual Tune] text (Fig.35)

1. Turn the click wheel to change the frequency range.

2. Press the click wheel to confirm your selection.

Automatic tuning

Automatic tuning automatically generates and stores a station list of up to 30 stations. The stations are sorted according to strength of reception.

Condition:

The DAB/FM antenna is connected.

Fig.36. FM Preset List

FM 10:45 FM Preset List

1. Press the [SETUP] button.

⇒ The display shows the [FM Preset List] text (Fig.36).

1. Turn the click wheel until [FM Auto Search] is displayed.

2. Press the click wheel.

→ The display shows the [Auto Search YES] text.

1. Press the click wheel again.

⇒ The automatic tuning is started. After the search is complete, the device will jump to the first station on the list.

11.1.2 Storing FM stations

Via the remote control

Fig.37. Storing FM stations

FN1 10:45 PRESET 1 106.70MHz

1. Press and hold one of the station preset buttons on the remote control.

→ The display shows the station preset (Fig.37)

You can save up to 6 FM stations via the remote control.

In the menu

1. Press the [SETUP] button.

→ The display shows the [FM Preset List] text.

1. Turn the click wheel until [FM Preset store] is shown.

→ The display shows the station preset.

1. Press the click wheel to select the desired station preset.

2. Press the click wheel to save the station.

11.1.3 Accessing saved FM stations

1. Briefly press one of the station preset buttons on the remote control.

→ The selected station is played.

11.2 DAB radio

11.2.1 Finding a DAB station

Automatic tuning condition:

The DAB/FM antenna is connected.

Fig.38. Automatically finding a DAB station

10:45 DAB Preset List

1. In DAB playback mode, press the [SETUP] button.

⇒ The display shows [DAB Preset List] (Fig.38)

1. Turn the click wheel until [DAB Full Scan] is displayed.

2. Press the click wheel on the device or the [OK] button on the remote control to confirm the selection.

→ The device now searches for available radio stations and plays the first available station.

The station scan takes place automatically when first switching to DAB mode or after resetting to factory settings.

Manual tuning condition:

The DAB/FM antenna is connected.

Fig.39. Manually tuning a DAB station

10:45 DAB Manual Tune

1. In DAB playback mode, press the [SETUP] button.

⇒ The display shows [DAB Preset List].

1. Turn the click wheel until [DAB Manual Tune] is displayed (Fig.39).

2. Press the click wheel on the device or the [OK] button on the remote control to confirm the selection.

3. Turn the click wheel to different frequencies.
4. Press the click wheel to confirm your selection.

Removing inactive stations - Prune list condition:

The DAB station list created using the DAB scan function is out of date (e.g., after moving to a different location).

Fig.40. Deleting inactive DAB station

10:45 Prune list

1. In DAB playback mode, press the [SETUP] button.

⇒ The display shows [DAB Preset List].

1. Turn the click wheel until [Prune list] is shown (Fig.40).

Fig.41. Pruning

10:45 Pruning

1. Press the click wheel to confirm your selection.

⇒ The inactive DAB stations will be deleted. The display will show [Pruning] during this process (Fig.41).

11.2.2 Storing a DAB station

1. Press and hold one of the station preset buttons on the remote control.

→ The display shows the station preset.

You can save up to 6 DAB stations via the remote control.

11.2.3 Accessing saved DAB stations

1. Briefly press one of the station preset buttons on the remote control.

→ The selected station is played.

11.2.4 Accessing DAB information

In DAB mode, you can access information about the station, program, etc. The information is shown in the following order:

• Station name (starting point)
- Broadcaster
- DLS ("Dynamic Label Service", program related information such as artist, track, etc.)
• Program type (e.g. sports)
- Station frequency
- Signal quality

1. In DAB mode, press the [STOP] button on the device to access the DAB information. Alternatively, you can press the [DAB] button on the remote control.

⇒ The display shows the information in the sequence indicated above.

1. Press the [STOP] button on the device or the [DAB] button on the remote control again.

⇒ The display shows the next information.

1. Proceed accordingly to access the remaining DAB information.

11.2.5 Setting the DRC

The DRC setting (Dynamic Range Compression) reduces the difference in volume between quiet and loud passages.

There are 3 different setting possibilities for the DRC:

• DRC High
• DRC Low
• DRC Off

Condition:

The device is in DAB mode.

1. Press the [SETUP] button.

→ The display shows the [DAB Preset List] text.

Fig.42. DRC Setting

10:45 DRC Setting

1. Turn the click wheel until [DRC Setting] is shown (Fig.42).
2. Press the click wheel or the [OK]button on the remote control to confirm the selection.
3. Turn the click wheel to carry out the desired setting.
4. Press the click wheel to confirm the setting.

12. CD playback

NOTICE!

Improper operation can result in material damages!

Do not insert any recording media that deviate from the standard CD format (e.g. mini-discs, etc.) into the CD player. These may not be played and ejected correctly. Insert only one disc at a time into the CD player.

1. Switch on the LOUNGE.
2. Insert the CD into the CD slot with the label side up.
   ⇒ The CD player will automatically load the CD and start playback.

If the device is in a different mode, it will automatically switch to CD mode.

The display shows the following information in CD mode:

Fig.43. Display in CD mode

1 2 3 CD 10:45 Track 1 01:30 6 5 4

1. Playback sequence 4. Elapsed Playback time in minutes (Repeat, Shuffle, CD Resume) 5. Track Number

2. CD Mode 6. Playback Status (Play/Pause)

3. Time

• To pause playback of the CD, press the [Play/Pause] button.
• To resume playback of the CD, press the [Play/Pause] button.
• To switch to the next track, press the [Next] button once.
• To fast forward through a track, press and hold [Next].
• To switch to the previous track, press the [Previous] button.
- To fast reverse through a track, press and hold [Previous].
• To stop CD playback, press [Stop].
• To eject the CD, press [Eject]

Adjusting CD playback

You can choose different playback sequences to play tracks on a CD.

1. Press the [SETUP] button to open the CD menu. This includes the following functions:

2. Repeat a single track

3. Repeat all tracks on the CD
4. Shuffle
5. CD Resume
6. Adjust bass
7. Adjust treble
8. Equalizer Effect

9. Settings

10. Press the click wheel to select the function.

11. Press the click wheel to confirm your selection.

Repeating a single track

The current track is played repeatedly. This function is terminated when you switch modes or eject the disc.

Repeating all tracks

All tracks on the CD are played repeatedly. This function is terminated when you switch modes or eject the disc.

Shuffle

The tracks on the CD are played in random sequence. This also happens when you press [Next] or [Previous]. This function is terminated when you switch modes or eject the disc.

CD Resume

The CD will resume playback from the last played position, even if you have switched modes or switched the device to Standby mode. This function is terminated when you eject the CD. This function is intended for audio books, for example.

13. Bluetooth playback

Mobile phones and other Bluetooth enabled devices can be connected to the LOUNGE via Bluetooth.

Consult the manual of your mobile phone or your Bluetooth enabled device for help.

Fig.44. Setting Bluetooth mode

8 10:45 Bluetooth

1. Switch on the LOUNGE.
2. Press the [MENU] button on the front of the device until the device shows the [Bluetooth] symbol on the display. You can also press the [Bluetooth] button on the remote control.
   → The Bluetooth mode is now active (Fig.44).
3. Connect your mobile phone or your Bluetooth enabled device to the LOUNGE via Bluetooth.

The LOUNGE can store up to 8 Bluetooth enabled devices and connects automatically to previously configured devices if Bluetooth is activated.

13.1 Connecting and deleting Bluetooth devices

Connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices

Fig.45. Searching for Bluetooth

10:45 Searching

1. Activate Bluetooth mode.

→ The display will show [Searching] and the [Bluetooth] symbol will be flashing (Fig.45).

1. Connect your mobile phone or your Bluetooth enabled device to the LOUNGE via Bluetooth.

⇒ After connecting, the display will permanently show the [Bluetooth] text.

Deleting connected devices

1. Press and hold the [Stop] button on the front of the LOUNGE to delete the Bluetooth enabled device and interrupt the connection.

13.2 Playing music via Bluetooth

Starting playback

1. Press the click wheel or the [Play/Pause] button on the front of the LOUNGE or on the remote control to start playback.

Pausing playback

1. To pause playback, press the click wheel or the [Play/Pause] button again.

The operation of an external device using the buttons on the LOUNGE is possible to a limited extent.

14. AUX playback

Using an RCA cable, you can connect and play additional audio devices via the AUX 1 port. Using a 3.5mm jack plug, you can connect additional audio devices to the LOUNGE via the AUX 2 port.

Fig.46. Activating AUX playback

A AUX 10:45 AUX.1 Input B AUX 10:45 AUX.2 Input

1. Switch on the LOUNGE.
2. Plug the RCA cable into the AUX 1 port or the 3.5mm jack plug into the AUX 2 port on the rear of the device.

3. Press the [MENU] button until the display shows [AUX.1 Input] or [AUX.2 Input]. You can also press the [AUX] button on the remote control.
   ⇒ The display will show the [AUX.1 Input] or [AUX.2 Input] (Fig.46)

4. Switch on the external device and start playback on the external device.

15. USB playback

You can connect additional devices and play music using the USB Charger & Playback port on the rear of the LOUNGE.

The MP3 and WMA formats can be played back.

Fig.47. Setting USB playback

USB 10:45 USB Device

1. Switch on the LOUNGE.

2. Press the [MENU] button until the display shows [USB Device] or press the [USB]-button on the remote control.
   ⇒ The display shows [USB Device] (Fig.47).

3. Connect an external USB device to the LOUNGE.

→ The display shows [Searching].

1. Press the [Play/Pause] button to start playback.

You can display the ID3 metadata, if available, by pressing the [USB] button on the remote control. The sequence is:

"Track ➔ Artist ➔ Album ➔ Elapsed time"

Pause/Stop USB playback

1. Press the click wheel or the [Stop] button on the front of the device to pause or stop USB playback.

Selecting MP3 folders

1. Press the [Preset 1] button to select the previous MP3 folder.
2. Press the [Preset 2] button to select the next MP3 folder.

16. Relaxation and meditation music

The device can offer language specific relaxation and meditation music, which is sorted into various folders.

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1. Switch on the device.

2. Hold down the [RELAX] button on the top of the device or the remote control.
   ⇒ The display shows the [Relax] symbol.

3. Press the [SETUP] button.

Fig.48. Selecting the language menu

RELAX 10:45 Music Content

1. Turn the click wheel until the display shows [Music Content].
2. Press the click wheel to confirm your selection.

Fig.49. Setting the language

RELAX 10:45 English

1. Turn the click wheel to set the desired language.
2. Press the click wheel to confirm your selection.
3. Press one of the memory buttons 1-6 to select the desired folder.
   → Playback of the first track in this folder begins.

Fig.50. Track name

RELAX 10:45 Ocean Surf

1. Press the [Next] or [Previous] button to select a track within the folder.
   ⇒ The display briefly shows the number and then the name of the track.

17. Demo music playback

Demo Music can be played in Standby mode to demonstrate the device in a shop, for example.

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Activating Demo Music mode

1. Press and hold the click wheel for approx. 3 seconds.

⇒ The Demo Music mode is activated.

1. Press the 1-6 preset keys on the remote control to select a demo track.

→ The display shows the demo music track.

The following buttons are active:

• Play/Pause
• Mute
• Stop
• Next
• Previous
• Volume

Exiting Demo Music mode

1. Press the [Standby] button or press and hold the click wheel for approx. 3 seconds to exit Demo Music mode.

18. Troubleshooting

Faults can occur on all electrical devices. This does not necessarily mean that the device is defective. Use the information in the following table to see if you can remedy the fault yourself.

Malfunction Possible Cause	Elimination
The device does not switch on	Mains cable is not connected properly	Connect the mains cable properly (see Chapter 7.3 'Connecting the power cord' on page 66).
No sound	Volume is set to minimum	Increase the volume (see Chapter 10.2 'Setting the volume' on page 83).
	Sound is switched off	Switch the sound on (see Chapter 10.3 'Setting playback to mute' on page 83).
	Headphones are connected Remove the headphones from the socket.
	Different mode is selected	Set the correct mode (see Chapter 10.1 'Selecting a playback mode' on page 82).
CD playback does not start CD format is not compatible Insert a different CD into the CD slot.
	CD is dirty Clean the CD.
	CD is damaged Insert a different CD into the CD slot.
	CD is upside down in the CD slot	Eject the CD and insert it in the CD slot the right way up.
USB playback does not start	USB device is not plugged in	Plug the USB device into the port on the rear of the device (see Chapter 15 'USB playback' on page 93).
	USB device is not compatible	Check if your USB device is compatible with the LOUNGE.
	USB device contains no readable audio files	Check the files on the USB device.
No or faulty Bluetooth connection	Interference caused by other radio transmitters or devices	Increase the distance between the LOUNGE and the TV.
	Software is not up to date	Make sure that the current software version is installed on your external Bluetooth device.
Device does not react Error in the device Switch the device off and then on again.
Poor FM/DAB reception quality The FM/DAB antenna is not correctly positioned		Change the position of the FM/DAB antenna.
Malfuntion Possible Causes Elimination
Remote control does not work correctly or does not work at all	Distance is too great	Reduce the distance between the remote control and the device.
	The battery is empty	Exchange the battery in the remote control (see Chapter 7.5 'Preparing the remote control' on page 66).
	Interference caused by other radio transmitters or devices	Increase the distance between the source of interference and the LOUNGE. Connect the device to a different socket, so that the source of the interference and the LOUNGE are connected to different branch circuits..
Alarm does not work	Alarm is not switched on	Switch the alarm on (see Chapter 9.6 'Switching the alarm function on/off' on page 81)
	Alarm volume is set to minimum	Increase the volume (see Chapter 9.3 'Setting the alarm volume' on page 79).
	Headphones are connected Remove the headphones from the socket.
Alarm light does not work.	sonoroLIGHT is not connected.	Connect sonoroLIGHT and set the alarm light (see Chapter 9.5 'Programming the alarm light (sunrise)' on page 80).
	sonoroLIGHT is connected but the dimmer function is switched off.	Switch on the dimmer function on sonoroLIGHT.
	The lamp connected to sonoro-LIGHT is switched off.	Switch the connected lamp on.

19. Cleaning

NOTICE!

Material damage from improper cleaning!

Only clean the device from the outside using a dry, soft cloth. Never use abrasive or solvent-based cleaning agents as these may damage the surface of the device.

20. Technical data

Specification Value
Dimensions (WxDxH) approx.	450 x 258 x 153 mm
Weight approx. 6,3 kg
Operating Temperature 0°C ~	+45°C
Frequency range, FM 87,50 MHz-108,00 MHz
DAB/DAB+ Band III, 174,928 MHz-239,200 MHz
CD support formats CD-DA, CD-R*, CD-RW*CD Audio, MPEG 1 Layer 3 (MP3), Windows Media Audio (WMA, DRM not supported)Sampling rate 16KHz~48KHz, 16 bit. 320kbps(*Playback dependent on quality of recording and medium)
USB charging Output: DC 5 V	--- 1,0 A
USB playback Compatibility system: FAT 16, FAT 32(not compatible with NTFS or other systems)MPEG 1 Layer 3 (MP3), Windows Media Audio (WMA, DRM not supported)Sampling rate 16KHz~48KHz, bit rate max. 320kbps
AUX1-IN Port : RCA jack, sensitivity: 500 mV
AUX2-IN Port : 3.5mm jack, sensitivity: 300 mV
LINE AUT Port : RCA jack, sensitivity: 2V/47KΩ
Bluetooth Version 4.1, Profile : AVRCP v1.0, A2DP 1.02.402GHz-2.480GHz
Transmitted power	-6dBm
Battery	CR2032
Standby power	< 1.0W

Subject to technical modifications!

21. Warranty

When submitting warranty claims, the following is valid – without restricting – your legal rights:

• Warranty claims can only be asserted within a period of max. 2 years (1 year in North America and Australia), calculated from the date of purchase
• sonoro audio GmbH shall, at its own discretion, repair or replace the device free of charge any defects caused by material or manufacturing defects within the warranty period.
• In case of a complaint, please contact our customer service department. You can find contact details in this manual ('Contact data' on page 58) or at www.sonoro.de.
• No new warranty period begins following repair or replacement of the device. The warranty period of 2 years (1 year in North America and Australia) from date of purchase remains applicable.
• Excluded from the warranty are batteries, damage caused by improper use, normal wear and tear, as well as defects which only minimally affect the value or usability of the device. The warranty also expires for any modifications not made by our authorised service centre.

LOUNGE

SO-320

FR

SYSTÈME AUDIO STÉRÉO TOUT-EN-UN À 2 VOIES AVEC SUBWOOFER INTÉGRÉ, LECTEUR CD, RADIO NUMÉRIQUE & BLUETOOTH®

Black and silver electronic device with sound waves, a digital display showing 12:00, and brand name 'sonoro' visible (no readable text beyond branding)

Mode d'emploi

1. Introduction ...... 108

Line drawing of a rectangular electronic component with a circular top and three pins (no text or symbols)

Hand holding a remote control device with a rotary knob (no text or symbols visible)

10:45 Set Date

10:45 AM PM

1 EQ 10:45 Equalizer Effect

SLEEP FN 10:45 106.70 MHz

SLEEP FM 10:45 Sleep 30min

Front view of a modern audio recording device with speaker grille and control panel (no visible text or symbols)

FM 106.70 Auto Tuning

Fig.36. Mémoire de stations FM

FM 10:45 FM Preset List

At sonoro we are putting the utmost effort in to developing state-of-the-art products with impeccable quality standards. It is very important to us that you stay satisfied with your sonoro product for the lifetime of the unit. If for any reason you need assistance or have a warranty claim, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our Service Team.

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