RAD108 - Radio Tesco - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RAD108 Tesco

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Follow all instructions. Heed all warnings.

Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Use only attachments or accessories specified by the manufacturer. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as 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.

Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The product must not be exposed to dripping and splashing and no object filled with liquids should be placed on the product.

Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this device.

To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volumes for long periods.

CARE OF BATTERIES

Use only AA type batteries. If the radio is not going to be used for a considerable period, remove the batteries as they may leak, corrode and damage the unit.

Do not use with worn out batteries as they may leak and damage the radio.

Replace batteries in good time. Batteries should be new, replaced in pairs and of the same type and rating.

The batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine fire and the like.

Do not puncture, crush or short batteries. Dispose of old batteries safely following any recycling regulations in your area. Do NOT dispose of batteries in the fire, in water or in the general rubbish.

COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

Hereby, Tesco declares that the radio equipment type RAD108 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.tesco.com/productsupporttesco.

GOOD PRACTICE

Do not subject the radio to a temperature of over 60C (140 F) and never leave it in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with the doors and windows closed.

Do not leave magnetically sensitive objects such as credit cards, audio and video tapes close to the radio.

Do not place the set near strong magnets such as are used in loudspeakers etc. as these may cause the frequency to drift. When listening in a train, car or building, use the radio near a window to obtain the best possible reception.

Reception may be adversely affected in tunnels, or constricted spaces or in the presence of tall buildings.

Operating the radio on a metal table or similar surface may adversely affect reception.

After Use

Switch the radio off. Store the radio away from sources of heat and damp and out of the reach of children.

Cleaning the Cabinet

Clean only with a soft, dry cloth.

WARRANTY

Your Tesco appliance is covered by a warranty for 12 months from the date of purchase. If a fault develops during this period, please contact the TESCO electrical help line. Please have your original purchase receipt with you when you call. This warranty in no way affects your consumer rights.

UK: Waste electrical products /batteries should not be disposed of with household waste. Separate disposal facilities exist, for your nearest facilities. See www.recycle-more.co.uk or in-store for details.

ROI: Produced after 13th August 2005. Waste electrical products/batteries should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 BAND WORLD RECEIVER SHORT WAVE BANDS FM AM LW TUNED 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1 m 16m 19m 22m 25m 31m 34m 49m 50m LIVER SCALE POWER ON/OFF MHz KHz BAND SELECTOR 8 7 6

11 12

1. Telescopic Antenna
2. Tuning Indicator
3. Tuning Control
4. Volume Control
5. Power Indicator

6. Power Switch

7. Band Selector

8. Tuning Scale Pointer
9. DC JACK
10. Earphone Jack
11. Desk Stand
12. Battery Compartment

USING THE RADIO

GETTING STARTED

Carefully unpack the unit. If it is damaged, please return it to your nearest Tesco store for replacement. Remember to take your purchase receipt with you.

Retain the User Handbook. If you pass the unit on to a third party, pass on the handbook. If you dispose of the packing, do so having regard to any recycling regulations in your area.

INSERTING BATTERIES

You will need two "AA" size batteries. Lift off the battery compartment cover. Unwrap the batteries and insert them into the radio observing the polarity as shown, replace the cover.

OPERATION

1. Slide the Power Switch to the "ON" position to turn the radio on. The POWER light will come on.
2. Slide the Band Selector to the band in which the programme you want is being broadcast. The selected band is highlighted at the top of the tuning scale.
3. Adjust the antenna. (See FM and SW Reception below)
4. Tune in the station using the Tuning Knob. The Tuning Scale Indicator indicates the frequency of the tuned station
5. Adjust the Volume Knob to set the desired sound level.
6. After use: slide the Power Switch to the "OFF" position to turn the radio off. Retract the antenna and stow it in the cradle.

FM RECEPTION

Extend the antenna fully and rotate it for best reception. FM transmissions are horizontally polarised so extending the antenna sideways may give improved reception.

AM AND LW RECEPTION

The radio uses an internal Ferrite rod for these bands. Stow the antenna and rotate the radio for the best listening position.

SW RECEPTION (BANDS 1-9)

Extend the antenna vertically. Moving the radio around may improve reception, especially in Bands S and above.

OPERATING NOTES

Interference: LW, MW and SW bands are liable to interference from vehicles, domestic appliances etc. Accurate tuning and better placement can help but not eliminate interference. In the SW bands interference is also caused by teleprinters, "atmospherics" etc.

Tuning Indicator: The Tuning Indicator will light up in the presence of a strong signal. Always try and tune the signal so that this light comes on. If you are tuning a weak station the light may not come on even though the signal is receivable.

Power Light: This indicates the set is powered. If the light goes out when the radio is in use, you should replace the batteries even though reception is still possible.

Private Listening: A 3.5mm headphone jack is provided. Plugging in a pair of headphones disconnects the speaker.

AC Operation. You can connect an optional 3VDC power supply to the DC power jack. Ensure that the polarity of the adaptor matches the polarity marked on the jack.

DECLARATIONS

Under the environment with radio-frequency disturbance, the sample may malfunction and could self-recover when the interference disappears.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power Source: Two AA (UM-3) batteries (DC 3V)

Frequency Range:

FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz

AM: 522 - 1620 kHz

LW: 150 - 285 kHz

SW1:4.7-5.6MHz SW2:5.7-6.4MHz

SW3: 6.8 - 7.6 MHz SW4: 9.2 - 10.0 MHz

SW5:11.4-12.2 MHz SW6:13.5-14.3 MHz

SW7:15.0-15.9 MHz SW8:17.4-17.9 MHz

SW9:21.4-21.9MHz

Power Output: 200mW RMS. (Max.)

Output Jack: 3.5mm jack socket 32 Ohms

Tesco Stores Ltd, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1GA, U.K.

Tesco Helplines: Landlines 0800 323 4060 (Freephone from a BT landline).

Mobiles 0330 123 4060 (Calls cost no more than calls to geographic numbers eg. 01 or 02 and are included in inclusive minutes and discount schemes).

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