DR 490 - Radio ALBRECHT - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Internet Radio / DAB+ / FM
Brand	Albrecht
Model	DR 490
Dimensions (W x H x D)	195 x 120 x 125 mm
Weight	920 g
Power supply	Mains adapter 5 V / 1.5 A (input 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz)
Standby power consumption	Less than 1 W
Display	2.4-inch color TFT screen (320 x 240 pixels)
Wireless network	Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 b/g/n, compatible WEP/WPA/WPA2/WPS
Supported audio formats	MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA, FLAC
Streaming	UPnP, DLNA
Radio reception	DAB/DAB+, FM (RDS), Internet
Main functions	Internet Radio, DAB+, FM, Media Center (UPnP/DLNA), alarm, sleep timer, equalizer, weather display, stock information
Connectivity	3.5 mm headphone jack, antenna input
Remote control	Yes, included
Menu languages	French, English, German, Spanish, Dutch, Italian, Russian, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Hungarian, Czech, Slovak, Polish, Turkish, Finnish
Control app	AirMusic Control (Android/iOS)
Warranty	2 years
Certifications	European Directive 2014/53/EU (CE)

Frequently Asked Questions - DR 490 ALBRECHT

How to connect the DR 490 radio to my Wi-Fi network?

Turn on the radio and go to Settings > Network. Select Wireless network, choose your network from the list, then enter the WEP/WPA password using the navigation buttons. Confirm with OK.

Why is there no sound?

Check that the volume is high enough and that the sound is not muted. If using headphones, make sure they are properly connected. In FM/DAB mode, adjust the antenna to improve reception.

How to set the alarm?

Press the Alarm button on the remote control. You can set two independent alarms (Alarm 1 and Alarm 2) and a NAP alarm. Choose the time, frequency, sound (beep, melody or radio) and volume. Confirm with OK.

How to add a station to favourites?

While listening to a station, press and hold the ★ (favourite) button on the remote control or device until the save menu appears. Select a location (1 to 20) and confirm. You can also use the numeric keys.

DAB station search finds nothing, what to do?

Make sure the antenna is properly connected and extended. Perform a new search by pressing ◀ twice in DAB mode. If the problem persists, move the radio near a window or away from metal objects.

Can I listen to the radio without an Internet connection?

Yes, the DR 490 radio can receive digital DAB/DAB+ and analog FM radio without an Internet connection. For Internet radio, a Wi-Fi connection is required.

How to reset the radio to factory settings?

Go to Settings > Reset and confirm. The radio will restart and you will need to select the language and configure the network again.

The remote control is not working, what to check?

Replace the batteries (two AAA batteries). Make sure there is no obstacle between the remote control and the radio's sensor. Point the remote control towards the front of the device.

How to use the AirMusic Control app?

Download the AirMusic Control app from the App Store or Google Play. Connect your smartphone to the same Wi-Fi network as the radio. Launch the app and follow the instructions to control the DR 490 and stream your music.

The sound is choppy during UPnP streaming, what to do?

Check that the Wi-Fi network is stable and that the radio is close to the router. Reduce the buffer time in Settings > Buffer (2 seconds). If the problem persists, convert the music files to a supported format (MP3, AAC, etc.).

USER MANUAL DR 490 ALBRECHT

Black ALBRECHT radio device with digital display showing 'Internet Radio' and control buttons (no readable text beyond branding)

Wooden digital radio device with control panel and display screen (no visible text or symbols on device body)

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iRadio Global Top 20 Genre Country/Location 1/3

iRadio Search Radio Station Add New Radio Station 1/2

DAB 08:00 AM Scanning... 00 ...

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Studio Sharing Share music, packets, and updates on your network. Sharing settings Share to media list: Settings... OK Cancel Apply

02:18 Connecting to network ...

02:18 Derek_AP HSPAWireless MAhome polartesting 1/10

02:18 Enter Password h 6 1 c 3 5/5 ← MOVE → INPUT: ↑ ↓ OK ←

02:18 Please press the WPS button on your router within 120 Secs.

14.3.3. Manuelle Konfiguration

02:18 Set Date and Time Set Time Format Set Date Format 1/3

02:18 Alarm1(Turn Off) Alarm2(Turn Off) NAP Alarm (Turn Off) Alarm Volume 1/4

02:18 01:00

02:18 Power Saving ● Turn On 2/2

02:18 ● 2 Seconds 4 Seconds 8 Seconds 1/3

14.14. Wetter

02:18 Show on Standby Temperature Unit Set Location 1/3

02:18 Off ● Repeat all Repeat one Shuffle 2/4

02:18 ● Normal Flat Jazz Rock 1/8

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Internet and Digital Radio

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Instruction Manual English

Table of Contents

1. Remote control 29

2. .Overview of DR 490 radio ....30

2.1. Buttons and connections ...... 31

2.2. Symbols in the display 31

1. Delivery content....32

2. First steps....32

4.1. Network requirements....32

4.2. Preparing the network....32

4.3. Navigation through menus....32

4.4. Getting started 33

4.5. AirMusic Control App 34

1. Main menu....34

2. Internetradio 34

6.1. My Favorite....34

6.2. Radio station / music 35

6.3. Local Station 35

6.4. Sleep radio....35

6.5. History....35

6.6. Service....36

1. My mediaU .... 36

2. DAB/DAB+ radio....37

8.1. Scanning for stations 37

8.2. Searching for and selecting stations....37

8.3. Station information and slideshow 37

8.4. Save favorites 37

8.5. Recalling favorites ...... 38

1. Media center....38

9.1. UPnP 38

9.2.DLNA 39

1. FM radio ....40

10.1. Setting the station 40

10.2. Favorites....40

1. Information center....40

11.1. Weather Information....40

11.2. Financial Information....41

11.3. System Information 41

1. Settings....42

12.1.Time Display 42

12.2.Manage my mediaU....42

12.3. Network....42

12.4. Date & Time 44

12.5. Alarm 44

12.6. Timer 45

12.7. Scheduled Playing 45

12.8. Language 46

12.9. Dimmer 46

12.10. Display 47

12.11. Power Management....47

12.12. Sleep timer....47

12.13. Internet Radio 47

12.14. Weather 48

12.15. DAB/FM Setup 48

12.16. Local Radio Setup 48

12.17. Playback Setup....49

12.18.DLNA-Setup 49

1. Troubleshooting....50

2. Specifications 51

3. Important Safety Notes......52

4. Warranty and Recycling Information ....53

1. Remote control

	On/Off Turn the radio	on or off (Standby)
	Mute Mute the sound	of the radio
EQ Equalizer Choose an equalizer setting
Local	Local Stations	Shows the at the location available stations
SCAN	Search Automatic scan	in DAB+ or FM mode
	Alarm Open the alarm	menu
DAB	DAB Radio Start the DAB	Radio
FM	FM Radio Start the FM	Radio
IR	Internet Radio Start the Internet	Radio
	Weather Open the weather menu
	HOME	Go to the main menu
	Favorites	Show favorite listLong press: save favorite
	Navigation up	Move up through menus
	Navigation left	Go back to previous menu
	Enter	Confirm a selection in the menu
	Navigation right	Confirm a selection in the menu and go to the next submenu
	Navigation down	Move down in menus
	Volume -	Decrease the volume
	Volume +	Increase the volume
	Favorites 0-9	Recall a saved favorite station
	Dimmer	Select display background brightness
	Sleep Timer	Activate the sleep timerLong press: open sleep radio menu

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2. .Overview of DR 490 radio

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2.1. Buttons and connections

	On-Off Turns the	radio on or off
Turning Knob	Volume Turn the	knob to change the volume
	Navigation Turning	the knob navigates through the menus
	Confirmation Pressing the knob confirm the current selection
DC-IN Power supply Use the included wall adapter to connect to the mains
Scan Scan Scan for available DAB+ or FM stations
	Home Opens the main menu
[XBAK]	Left Go back to previous menu
[BHXX]	Right Go to next submenu
	Favorites Recall one of your saved favorites
[XSTD]	Headphones 3.5mm connection for headphones
Local Local stations Shows the stations available at this location
Sleep	Sleep timer	Short press activates the timer. Repeated presses change the timer.
	Sleep radio	Long press opens the sleep radio station list

2.2. Symbols in the display

Symbol	Description	Symbol	Description
	Connection is being established Mute
	No Wifi connection		Search
	Wifi connected		Alarm
	Radio reception in mono		Internet radio saved as favorite
	Radio reception in stereo		FM radio station saved as favorite

3. Delivery content

The following accessories are included in the delivery:

1. DR 490 radio

2. Power supply

3. Remote control

Electric motor charger with two cables and a terminal plug (no visible text or symbols)

4. First steps

4.1. Network requirements

Before using the DR 490, the following requirements must be met:

• Broadband connection with a wireless access point, router or similar network device.
  • The network device must support WLAN (802.11b/g/n) wireless connection.
• If you want to remotely control the DR 490 via DLNA, you will need a PC or smartphone connected to the same network as the DR 490.

4.2. Preparing the network

• Establish a WLAN connection as follows:
• Make sure that the WLAN indicator on the wireless access point or router is lit.
  Please refer to the corresponding user manual for further information.

Please note: WLAN allows data transmission over short distances up to 20 m without cables. Walls or ceilings reduce the range of the WLAN connection. Therefore, place the DR 490 and/or the access point within this distance as much as possible and avoid obstacles between the devices.

4.3. Navigation through menus

With the button, you can access the main menu of the DR 490 at any time.

Use the arrow buttons ◀▶▲▼ to move through the individual menus. Always confirm a selection with the OK button. Use the ▶ button to go to the next menu and use the ◀ button to return to the previous menu. The possible buttons are shown at the bottom right and left of the display.

4.3.1. Text entry

When you add the address of an online radio station or your wireless network key, you need to enter text. It is the same procedure to set the time, date or the alarm.

To enter upper/lower case letters, symbols, or numbers:

1. Press the up/down navigation button to select a character from the following:

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1. Press the right navigation button ▶ to proceed to the next. Press the enter button when done.

NOTE: When entering numbers the numeric keys on the remote control can also be used.

4.4. Getting started

Connect the mains adapter to the back of the DR 490 and connect the mains plug to an electrical outlet. Connect the supplied antenna to the antenna input on the back. Alternatively, connect your antenna system/indoor antenna with the supplied antenna adapter.

When using the device for the first time, please select a language and a wireless network.

02:18 ● English Deutsch Français Nederlands 1/8

02:18 Would you like to configure Network now? YES Yes(WPS) NO

02:18 Enable 'Check Network when Power On' ? YES NO

See Section 12.3 Network for detailed network configurations.

You can set the network connection at the first start or later.

- Press ⏻ (On/Off) to enter standby mode. The time, date and active alarms are shown on the display.

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• If you have set up the network connection and use the DR 490 again within the network, the connection will be established automatically. If you would like to change the network, call up Settings to change the corresponding connection.
• Enter the network password using the keypad on the remote control or via ▲ and ▼. If the desired character is displayed, press ▶ to navigate to the next entry. At the end of the input, press OK to confirm. Alternatively, press ◀ to navigate to the previous entry.

4.5. AirMusic Control App

The DR 490 can be controlled with your smartphone via WiFi. It is recommended to use the AirMusic Control App. Additionally to controlling the radio, the app is able to play the smartphone's music files on the DR 490. Due to frequent updates of the app the manual is only available online. Please visit www.alan-electronics.de and enter the article number 27490 into the search. You will find the DR 490 product page. On the tab Downloads you will find the AirMusic Control Manual.

The app itself is available for Android and iOS. It can be downloaded from here:

Apple iOS

Android

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5. Main menu

02:18 My mediaU

You can reach the main menu from any mode by pressing the Home button

In the main menu you can select the following modes: Internet Radio, Media Center, FM, DAB+, Information Center, Configuration and My mediaU (if activated, see chapter 7 My mediaU).

6. Internetradio

To switch to Internet Radio mode, press 🔒, select Internet Radio and confirm with OK. After connecting to a station, the logo of the station and information about the currently played song are displayed.

6.1. My Favorite

Create a list of your favorite preset stations. The radio supports 250 favorite entries including stations and folders.

To store a station, press and hold ★ and select the required memory with ▲/▼ and confirm with

OK. You may replace a previous saved station with a new one.

You can also save the station to your favorites while scrolling through the station list. When the station is highlighted you can press ▶ to enter this menu where you can add the station to your favorites.

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When you choose Auto Scan, the radio introduces every station in the list by playing it for 30 seconds. This is stopped when every station is played or you press the OK button.

In the preset station list, move to your station, press OK to listen. You may also press ▶ to enter its submenu to Delete, Shift Up/Down (move station to a different memory slot), Rename or Play.

6.2. Radio station / music

iRadio Global Top 20 Genre Country/Location 1/3

Stations are categorized into Global Top 20, Genre and Country/Location. Enter to continue the subcategories and choose a station to listen.

6.3. Local Station

In this menu all stations of your local area will be displayed. You can set the local radio setup as described in chapter 12.15. In the default setting the radio recognizes your location automatically.

6.4. Sleep radio

Select this option if you want to hear relaxing background sounds to fall asleep. You have a choice between:

• Birds
• Piano
• Rain
• Spa (relaxation)
• Space
• Wave (sea noise)

By pressing and holding the sleep timer button (only possible in Internet radio mode!), you can go directly to the menu. If the device switches off automatically, the sleep timer must also be activated, see Chapter 12.12 Sleep timer.

6.5. History

Shows you a list of last listened stations. It can save up to 10 history stations.

6.6. Service

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Search radio station - Enter your keyword to search radio station from the list. Add new radio station - The added stations will be stored in My Favorite.

Tip: Loading the data from the server can take several seconds, especially if the WLAN connection is poor, as long as blank appears on the display.

7. My mediaU

Display and playback your own mediaU station list on the mediaU server. Set your account first.

02:18 Link to "my mediaU" account not set or account not exist. Pls visit www.mediayou.net

To activate your own station list, follow the steps below:

1. Access http://www.mediayou.net/
2. Join my mediaU membership
3. Login to the website
4. Enter the wireless MAC addresses of DR 490 to the mediaU website. This information can be obtained in Information Center > System Information > Wireless Info
5. After successfully configuring, you are able to save and view your own mediaU station playlist(s). Username and password are not required to enter to DR 490.
6. If there are different accounts stored in DR 490, you can choose the one you currently use under Configuration menu.

After registration please turn off the radio and log in again.

Each time you have made any updates on the playlist from the website, go to Configuration If enabled, My mediaU is displayed in the main menu.

If there are several mediaU accounts for the DR 490, select the default account with which you want to log in. See Chapter 12.2 Manage my mediaU for more information about mediaU account setup.

02:18 Manage my mediaU Network Date&Time Alarm 1/15

8. DAB/DAB+ radio

The DAB radio mode receives DAB/DAB+ digital radio and displays information about the stations. To switch to DAB mode, press ⚠ select DAB radio and confirm with OK.

For the best playback quality, the antenna must be aligned in such a way that the highest signal strength and thus the best sound quality are achieved. The icon at the top left of the display shows the strength of the received transmission signal.

8.1. Scanning for stations

The first time you select the DAB radio mode the DR 490 automatically performs a full scan to see what stations are available.

DAB 08:00 AM Scanning. . . 00 ...

Once the scan is complete, the radio shows a list of available stations. If you want to perform another DAB station search later, press the ◀ button twice. If you want to overwrite the old station list, select Yes. Select No to add new stations to the old station list or ESC to not perform the search.

8.2. Searching for and selecting stations

To switch to the next/previous station, press ▲/▼ on the remote control during music playback. Alternatively, you can go to the complete station list with ◀. Here you can see an overview of all available stations and select a desired station.

8.3. Station information and slideshow

Use the ▶ button to switch between the station information and the slideshow.

• Station name
• Radio text (DLS)
• Genre
  • Sampling rate and bit rate
• Signal strength
• Channel/frequency
• Multiplex name

8.4. Save favorites

To store a station, press and hold ★ and select the desired memory with ▲/▼ and confirm with OK.

8.5. Recalling favorites

To recall a favorite, press ★, select the desired station with ▲/▼ and confirm with OK. Or just use the numeric keypad.

In the favorites list, press the ▶ button to go to a menu to delete or move the saved station. Saved stations cannot be saved again.

9. Media center

With the DR 490, you can play music tracks using UPnP or DLNA. The difference between the two technologies lies in the direction of access.

The UPnP server can be accessed from the DR 490 and its music will be played back. Control and navigation are done by the DR 490.

With DLNA, playback can be started on a PC, for example, and the DR 490 is only selected as a playback device.

02:18 UPnP UPnP My Playlist Clear My Playlist 1/3

9.1. UPnP

To enjoy music streaming from your PC, the following steps are to be done on the PC:

• Connect the PC to the network.
• Ensure the DR 490 is powered on and connected to the same network.

- Open the UPnP platform Windows Media Player (11 or later). Alternatively, other platforms or server such as Windows Media Connection may be used

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- Allow to share your media to ALBRECHT DR 490 zu.

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Add the audio files and folders you want to share with DR 490 to the media library.

You may also enjoy the streaming music from other music server, such as smart phone (Android platform):

• Connect the mobile to the network
• Search and install media sharing apps from Google Play.
• Add the audio files from your mobile you want to share.

After setup the shared server, choose the music and control playback on the DR 490.

If you have set up shared media, you should see the shared media from UPnP. If you have more than one computer sharing media, the alternatives are listed. Select the shared media you want to play.

In the main menu, select Media Center and choose UPnP. It may take a few seconds for the radio to complete the scan for available UPnP servers, especially when the WiFi connection is bad. If no UPnP servers are found, it will show Empty. After a successful scan is done, select your UPnP server.

The radio will show the media categories available from the UPnP server, e.g. 'Music', 'Playlists' etc. Choose the media fles that you wish to play.

Press ▲/▼/◄/► on the remote control and OK to play or stop. to stop or play. Press ► to view the display information of the playing track.

Tips: The radio can only read the track of file names with less than 40 characters. And the characters should be in European language. If you encounter failure of reading the track under UPnP mode, you may try to rename the file.

However, if the track is still unable to play, you can try converting the file to a different format.

9.1.1. My Playlist

You can create a playlist of favorite music from UPnP. When you play the music, press and hold OK to save it into My Playlist.

9.1.2. Clear My Playlist

You can delete all tracks from the playlist

9.2. DLNA

The default device name for DLNA is "ALBRECHT DR 490". Alternatively, you can customise the name individually (see Section).

See Chapter 9.1 UPnP for information on how to set up media streaming from your PC or other media servers. Also take a look at the instructions of your software or app.

The music files must be in MP3/AAC/AAC+/WMA/FLAC 32kbps->320kbps format for streaming via the DR 490.

10. FM radio

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The FM radio mode receives analogue radio in the FM band and displays information from the station if it is sent via RDS. For the best playback quality, the antenna must be aligned in such a way that the highest signal strength and thus the best sound quality are achieved. The icon at the top left of the display shows the strength of the transmission signal received from the device.

10.1. Setting the station

To switch to FM mode, press and select FM.

Press and hold ◀ / ▶ to search for FM stations. The search is interrupted as soon as a station is received.

Press ▲/▼ to set a station manually. Each search step is 0.05 MHz.

The radio can also perform a complete station search and save all found stations in the favorites.

Simply press OK in FM mode to start a full search of the complete FM band.

Attention: the complete scan will delete ALL your previously saved favorite stations!

10.2. Favorites

Press and hold ★to save a station to your favorites. Select a memory slot and save the station with OK.

Up to 20 stations can be saved. To recall a favorite, short press select the desired station from the list with / and confirm with OK. Alternatively a saved station can be recalled directly via the numeric keypad.

11. Information center

02:18 Weather Information Financial Information System Information 1/3

11.1. Weather Information

There are weather information and forecasts for over 5000 cities. Select the country and then the city for the weather details.

02:18 Berlin 15 °C 08/27: 15 ~ 24 °C 08/28: 16 ~ 25 °C 1/7

Press ◀/▶ to see the weather forecasts.

It is possible to display the weather information on the standby mode. On the weather information page, press OK to set the city to be displaying on the standby mode. Then turn on the weather display in Standby as mentioned in chapter „12.13. Weather“ auf Seite 45

11.2. Financial Information

02:18 [AEX General]373.5-1.2 [CAC 40] 4067.13 -2.34 [DAX] 8435.15 +18.16 [DOW JONES] 14946.46 -64.05 1/12

View the stock index from around the world.

11.3. System Information

Check out the version of the system, and the details of connected network. The information includes MAC address which you are required to fill in when registration of my mediaU membership.

11.3.1. SW version

The software version of the device is displayed here.

11.3.2. Radio network info

It displays the following information:

• Status (WLAN)
• MAC address
• SSID (router)
• IP address
• Subnet
• Gateway
• DNS1
• DNS2

12. Settings

12.1. Time Display

Choose the style of clock during standby mode: Analog or Digital.I

02:18 Analog • Digital 1/2

12.2. Manage my mediaU

When it is enabled, My mediaU will be shown in the main menu.

If various mediaU accounts exist in the DR 490, Select the default login account in here. Refer to chapter 11 for more information of mediaU account setup.

02:18 Manage my mediaU Network Date&Time Alarm 1/15

12.3. Network

02:18 Wireless Network Configuration Wireless Network (WPS PBC) Manual Configuration Check Network when Power On 1/4

12.3.1. Wireless Network Configuration

Enable / disable WiFi network. When you enable the WiFi network, the system will automatically connect to the network

02:18 Connecting to network ...

Select your required AP.

02:18 Derek_AP HSPAWireless MAhome polartesting 1/10

Enter WEP or WPA code to connect the WiFi.

If you would like to change/correct an entry, press ◀ to correct.

02:18 Enter Password h 6 1 c 3 5/5 ← MOVE → INPUT: ↑ ↓ OK ←

12.3.2. Wireless Network (WPS)

If you are using a router with WPS/QSS button, you may set up the network connection simple via WPS function. Enter it and go to press the WPS/QSS button on your router within 120 seconds. The connection between the router and the DR 490 will then be configured automatically.

02:18 Please press the WPS button on your router within 120 Secs.

12.3.3. Manual Configuration

You can choose DHPC (which IP assigned automatically) or manually input IP address for wireless

network connection.

When you select manual setting for wired connection, the followings have to be entered:

1. IP Address;
2. Subnet Mask;
3. Default Gateway;
4. Preferred DNS Server;

5. Alternate DNS Server.

6. SSID (the name of Access Point);

You may choose (Manage) specific network if you have setup more than one network connection within an area.

12.3.4. Check Network when Power On

"Enable / disable WiFi network":

When you enable the WiFi network, the system will automatically search the available AP. Select your required AP.

Enter WEP or WPA code to connect the WiFi.

If the wireless network connection is not existed or failed, the „No Wifi connection“ icon will be shown at the top left corner.

12.4. Date & Time

02:18 Set Date and Time Set Time Format Set Date Format 1/3

• Press Set Date and Time and choose between Manual Setup and Auto Detect.
• Setup the date and time
• Set time format display as 12 Hour or 24 Hour (default). Only for manual setup required.
• Set date format in the positions of YY (year), MM (month) and DD (day) – YY/MM/DD, (default) or MM/DD/YY.
• Turn on/off (default) the Daylight Saving Time (DST). Available only on manual setup

With a wireless network connected, GMT (+00:00) is the reference for time setting. Add or deduce the hour according to your time zone when you set the time.

12.5. Alarm

02:18 Alarm1(Turn Off) Alarm2(Turn Off) NAP Alarm (Turn Off) Alarm Volume 1/4

You can choose between 2 regular alarms (Alarm 1 and Alarm 2) or the NAP Alarm in this menu.

Press on the remote control to enter the menu directly.

To set Alarm 1 or Alarm 2, press 📋 and turn it on. Now choose the frequency (daily, once or on specific days of the week, e.g. Monday to Friday). Next choose the desired alarm source: Beep tone, Melody, Internet Radio, FM Radio or DAB/DAB+ Radio. Afterwards you can leave the settings by pressing 📋.

At the time of the alarm the radio connects to the Internet if the set network is available. Therefore there may be some delay before the radio starts playing your station. If no network connection is established within one minute, the alarm will change automatically to Melody.

If the NAP alarm is activated, it alarms once after 5/10/20/30/60/90/120 minutes depending on which one you have set.

You may choose Alarm Volume to configure the volume of the alarms. During the alarm the volume will increase automatically up the set value (Crescendo function).

When an alarm is set, there will be a clock icon at the top of the display. The clock icon with alarm time will also be displayed on the standby screen.

During alarm, press any key to enter snooze mode. It will alarm again after 5 minutes. Press the ⏻ key to stop the alarm.

12.6. Timer

02:18 01:00

Press ◀/▶ to set the timer, press OK to start. The timer will count down and play beep sound when it reaches 00:00. To cancel the timer, enter the timer screen and press OK again. When the timer is running, you can change the mode, the remaining time is then displayed in the top right of the display.

12.7. Scheduled Playing

This function allows to automatically play the radio at a scheduled time.

Turn on the function and select how often you want to repeat it (daily, once or only on specific week days). Then select the scheduled start and stop time and decide which mode (Internet, DAB or FM radio) should be played.

12.8. Language

02:18 ● English Deutsch Français Nederlands 1/17

Select the OSD language: English / Deutsch / Español / Français / Português / Nederlands / Italiano / Русский / Svenska / Norsk / Dansk / Magyar / Český / Slovenský / Polski / Türkçe / Suomi

12.9. Dimmer

02:18 Power Saving ● Turn On 2/2

Configure the brightness of backlight on the display.

If you select Power Saving you can select the level to which the display is dimmed down when the radio enters the Standby mode or when the radio gets no key input for 15 seconds.

The Turn On options keeps the display always illuminated. If you select it you can set the display brightness.

See below table how the Dimmer settings will affect the screen illumination:

Choice Brightness level On Playing On		Standby
Power Saving As you set		After 15s, the screen brightness switches to Power saving brightness level you set	After 15s, the screen brightness switches to Power saving brightness level you set
Turn On As you set		The screen stays always on the set brightness level	After 15s, the screen brightness switches to Power saving brightness level you set

12.10. Display

Choose the style of display: Color or Monochrome

02:18 ● Color Monochrome 1/2

12.11. Power Management

Choose the power management timer (5/15/30mins) to set the duration of the radio to switch to the standby mode automatically when no network connection is available.

Choose "Turn off" to ignore the power management function.

12.12. Sleep timer

02:18 ● Turn Off 15 Minutes 30 Minutes 60 Minutes 1/8

Turn off or set the sleep time to 15/30/60/90/120/150/180 minutes. Once the time is set, there will be a bed icon with remaining minutes at the top right corner. The DR 490 will go to Standby once the time runs out. Press Sleep on the remote control for the shortcut of this function. Pressing and holding the button calls up the sleep radio, see Chapter 6.4 Sleep radio o.

12.13. Internet Radio

02:18 ● 2 Seconds 4 Seconds 8 Seconds 1/3

In the menu Buffer you can configure the buffer time of the music playback to 2/4/8 seconds. In the menu Sound Quality you can choose between High and Low quality.

12.14. Weather

02:18 Show on Standby Temperature Unit Set Location 1/3

DR 490 is able to display current weather information under standby mode. Turn on Show on Standby and set Temperature Unit (°C or °F) to get the weather displayed at the standby mode. When it is turned on, the display will switch between time and weather while being in standby mode.

12.15. DAB/FM Setup

In the menu FM Mode you can choose between Mono/Stereo reception of FM radio.

Select FM or DAB Threshold to set the Seek or Stereo threshold to one of 3 levels.

Under FM or DAB service following you can select whether the radio should offer the option to switch to Internet radio. If the currently played FM or DAB station is also available via Internet radio, 2 icons are displayed in the bottom right corner.

Press and hold the OK button to switch to the current station in Internet radio mode. This can be useful if the station has a weak reception in FM / DAB.

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12.16. Local Radio Setup

02:18 Manual Setup ● Auto Detect 1/2

There is a shortcut Local Radio under Internet Radio (see section 9.2 DLNA) so that you can easily go to the station list of your location.

You may Manual Setup your location or let the system Auto Detect your current location. The system detects the location according to the IP address of your connected network.

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12.17. Playback Setup

02:18 Off ● Repeat all Repeat one Shuffle 2/4

Select the repeat options for CD playback:

• Off: stops the CD playback at the end of the CD.
• Repeat all: repeats all tracks
• Repeat One: repeats only one track unlimited times
• Shuffle: plays the songs in random order

12.18. DLNA-Setup

The default device name for DLNA is ALBRECHT DR 490. You may rename it for DLNA setup on the PC or mobile.

12.19. Equalizer

02:18 ● Normal Flat Jazz Rock 1/8

Default equalizer is Rock, you may change to Normal, Jazz, Rock, Flat, Soundtracks, Classical, Pop, or News.

If you press ▶ in the equalizer menu, you can individually change each preset and select Treble, Bass and Loudness.

12.20. Resume When Power On

The system is default set to resume internet radio playback if you were listening to internet radio or media center before switching off the unit. If you turn this setting off, the system will start in the main menu when starting the radio.

12.21. Software-Update

Update software. If there is an updated software version on the server, the system will notify you when you return to the main menu.

12.22. Factory Reset

Restore the default settings.

02:18 Are you sure to reset to default settings ? YES NO

After DR 490 is reset, the system will move to Language setting menu. And it will automatically turn to Network setting menu once the OSD language is selected.

13. Troubleshooting

Error Remedy
The device does not switch on. 1.	Check if the power adaptor is connected properly.2. The device may malfunction when used in areas with strong radio interference. The device will work properly again once there is no more interference.
No sound 1. Turn on the sound as it may be muted2. Increase the volume.
No network connection can be established.	1. Check the WIFI function.2. Try to set an IP address at the device.3. Activate the DHCP function on the router and make the connection again at the device.4. A firewall is activated on the network - set the respective program in such a way that access is possible.5. Reboot the unit to try.
WIFI connection cannot be established.	1. Check the availability of WIFInetwork on the access point.2. Place the device closer to the router.3. Make sure the WEP/WPA password is correct.
No station is found. 1. Check the	network as well as the access point and firewall.2. The station may not be available currently, try it again later or select another station.3. The link of the station is changed or the station no longer transmits - ask the provider for information.4. The link of manual added station is not correct, make sure it is correct and re-enter.
Hiss in DAB/FM mode. 1. Check	move the DAB/FM antenna.2. Move the radio to a different location.3. Please check if the radio is close to other electrical sources and therefore under influence of interferences
Alarm does not work. 1. Switch on	the alarm.2. Due to the volume setting, refer to the solutions of “No sound”.3. The source of alarm was set to be station but there is no network connection. Change the source of alarm or reconfigure the connection.
Unable to do DLNA streaming. 1.	Check the connection of the network. DR 490 and your device need to be in the same network; and test if the network in good condition.2. Make sure the settings on your device are correct.
System freezes suddenly. 1. The	radio is overloaded, reboot the unit.2. The normal function of the product may be disturbed by strong Electro-Magnetic Interference. If so, simply reset the product to resume normal operation by following the instruction manual. In case the function could not resume, please use the product in other location.

14. Specifications

Model number DR 490
Description Radio with Internet Radio/DAB+/FM
Display 2.4" / 320 x 240 TFT-color display
Network supported IEEE802.11b/g/n (WIFI)
WIFI key WEP, WPA, WPA2 (PSK) and WPS
Transmission frequencies and power WiFi: 2,3995 – 2,4845 GHz; 100 mWBluetooth: 2,402 – 2,480 GHz; 1 mW
Streaming UPnP, DLNA
Supported playback formats	MP3/AAC/AAC+/WMA/FLAC32kbps => 320kbps
Power Adapter	Input: 100-240V, 50/60Hz, 0.5AOutput: 5V/1.5A
Standby mode power consumption	2 W
Operating temperature	-10°C - 40°C
Connectors	DC IN power supply socketHeadphone 3.5 mm
Dimensions	195 mm (W) x 120 mm (H) x 125 mm (L)
Weight	920 g

15. Important Safety Notes

- Read and keep these instructions.

- Heed all warnings.

- Follow all instructions.

- Do not use this apparatus near water.

- Clean only with dry cloth.

- Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

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

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

- Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

- Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

- This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and no object filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.

- Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated.

- Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer.

- The product may be mounted to a wall only if recommended by the manufacturer.

- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks

16. Warranty and Recycling Information

We are legally obliged to include disposal and warranty information as well as EU declaration of conformity with the use instructions in different countries for every unit. Please find this information on the following pages.

2-Year Warranty from Date of Purchase

The manufacturer/retailer guarantees this product for two years from date of purchase. This warranty includes all malfunctions caused by defective components or incorrect functions within the warranty period excluding wear and tear, such as exhausted batteries, scratches on the display, defective casing, broken antenna and defects due to external effects such as corrosion, over voltage through improper external power supply or the use of unsuitable accessories. Defects due to unintended use are also excluded from the warranty.

Please contact your local dealer for warranty claims. The dealer will repair or exchange the product or forward it to an authorized service center. You can also contact our service partner directly. Please include your proof of purchase with the product and describe the malfunction as clearly as possible.

WEEE and Recycling

The European laws do not allow any more the disposal of old or defective electric or electronic devices with the household waste. Return your product to a municipal collection point for recycling to dispose of it. This system is financed by the industry and ensures environmentally responsible disposal and the recycling of valuable raw materials.

Service Address And Technical Hotline (for units sold in Germany)

Contact our service hotline by phone [phone] (regular costs for German fixed network) or e-mail at [e-mail]

Declaration of Conformity

Hereby, Alan Electronics GmbH declares that the radio equipment type DR 490 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.alan-electronics.de

Printing errors reserved.

Information in this user manual are subject to change without prior notice.

ALBRECHT®

ALBRECHT DR 490

Radio Internet/DAB+/FM

Black ALBRECHT radio device with digital display showing 'Internet Bands' and navigation icons (no readable text beyond branding)

Wooden portable radio with digital display and control knob (no visible text or symbols)

Mode d'emploi

Français

Table des matières

9.1. UPnP....67
9.2.DLNA 68

1. Radio FM 68

10.1. Réglage du canal....68
10.2. Favoris....69

Front view of a device with a horizontal bar and two circular indicators labeled 'DC IN' (no text or symbols on the device itself)

Black and white photo of a connected power adapter with two cables (no text or symbols visible)

ALBRECHT. Audi Anleitung Manual

4. Première étape

02:18 Would you like to configure Network now? YES Yes(WPS) NO

02:18 Enable 'Check Network when Power On' ? YES NO

Screenshot of a mobile phone control panel with navigation buttons and playback controls

5. Menu principal

02:18 My mediaU

iRadio Add to My Favorite Auto Scan Play 1/3

iRadio Global Top 20 Genre Country/Location 1/3

02:18 Link to "my mediaU" account not set or account not exist. PIs visit www.mediayou.net

DAB 08:00 AM Scanning... 00 ...

Windows Media Player Library Sharing Do you want to allow the device to play content from your Windows Media Player library? You can continue the text, pictures, and video to share. Microsoft (2017) Starting settings... Disable future notifications Allow Delete

Options Settings Show new, update, and update on your network. Setting settings ✓ Initialize network to: Settings OK Cancel Apply Cancel

02:18 01 91.70MHz TURN ← SEEK →

02:18 Connecting to network ...

02:18 Derek_AP HSPAWireless MAhome polartesting 1/10

02:18 Enter Password h 6 1 c 3 5/5 ← MOVE → INPUT: ↑ ↓ OK ←

02:18 Please press the WPS button on your router within 120 Secs.

12.3.3. Configuration manuelle

02:18 Set Date and Time Set Time Format Set Date Format 1/3

02:18 Alarm1(Turn Off) Alarm2(Turn Off) NAP Alarm (Turn Off) Alarm Volume 1/4

02:18 01:00

02:18 Power Saving ● Turn On 2/2

02:18 ● 2 Seconds 4 Seconds 8 Seconds 1/3

02:18 Show on Standby Temperature Unit Set Location 1/3

02:18 Off ● Repeat all Repeat one Shuffle 2/4

02:18 ● Normal Flat Jazz Rock 1/8

02:18 Are you sure to reset to default settings ? YES NO

Black ALBRECHT radio device with digital display showing 'Internet Radio' and navigation controls (no readable text beyond branding)

Exterior view of a wooden airport electronic device with digital display and control buttons (no readable text or symbols)

Front view of a rectangular electronic device with a horizontal bar and two circular indicators labeled 'DC IN' (no text or symbols on the device itself)

Electric plug and cord adapter (no text or symbols visible)

02:18 Would you like to configure Network now? YES Yes(WPS) NO

02:18 Enable 'Check Network when Power On' ? YES NO

Screenshot of a mobile phone control interface with labeled buttons and a keypad

5. Menu principale

02:18 My mediaU

iRadio Add to My Favorite Auto Scan Play 1/3

iRadio Global Top 20 Genre Country/Location 1/3

iRadio Search Radio Station Add New Radio Station 1/2

02:18 Link to "my mediaU" account not set or account not exist. PIs visit www.mediayou.net

DAB 08:00 AM Scanning... 00 ...

Windows Media Player Library Sharing Do you want to allow the device to play content from your Windows Media Player Library? You can informate the music, pictures, and video to share. Microsoft (2017) Sharing settings... Enable future notifications Allow Copy

Order Binding Options to save, save, and return on your website. Sharing settings Save up folders: Settings Download: 10.0 OK Cancel Apply

02:18 01 91.70 MHz TURN ← SEEK →

02:18 Connecting to network ...

02:18 Derek_AP HSPAWireless MAhome polartesting 1/10

02:18 Enter Password h 6 1 c 3 5/5 ← MOVE → INPUT: ↑ ↓ OK ↕

12.3.2. Rete wireless (WPS)

02:18 Please press the WPS button on your router within 120 Secs.

02:18 Set Date and Time Set Time Format Set Date Format 1/3

02:18 Alarm1(Turn Off) Alarm2(Turn Off) NAP Alarm (Turn Off) Alarm Volume 1/4

02:18 01:00

02:18 Power Saving ● Turn On ← 2/2 ←

02:18 ● 2 Seconds 4 Seconds 8 Seconds 1/3

02:18 Show on Standby Temperature Unit Set Location 1/3

02:18 Off ● Repeat all Repeat one Shuffle 2/4

02:18 ● Normal Flat Jazz Rock 1/8

02:18 Are you sure to reset to default settings ? YES NO