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USER MANUAL DR1502W Tesco
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Line drawing of a vintage electronic device with front panel, buttons, and central screen (no text or symbols)IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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CAUTION! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit.
This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit.
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Do not install or operate near any heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other apparatus that produce heat.
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 the 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.
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 such as a vase of flowers should be placed on the product.
No naked flame sources such as candles should be placed on the product.
Batteries (a battery pack or installed batteries) shall not be subject to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this device.
Caution: Usage of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous exposure.
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volumes for long periods.
IMPORTANT
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. However, this is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit - different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
Use this appliance only with the supplied AC Adapter. Using non-approved power supplies will void the warranty.
Mains Supply: The mains operating voltage of this unit is marked on a rating plate on the AC adapter.
The means of disconnecting this appliance from the mains supply is the mains plug. This should be unobstructed and readily operable at all times.
INDEX
Important safety information ....1
Index 2
Controls and connections ....3
Preliminaries 4
Getting started 4
Fitting batteries ....5
Power control 5
Selecting a DAB station 6
Adjusting the volume 6
DAB scanning 6
DAB/FM Bands 6
FM reception 7
DAB & FM presets 7
DAB display modes 8
DAB settings menu 9
DAB menu options 10
FM display modes 11
FM menu options 11
Using the alarms 12
Sleep function 13
Headphones 14
Factory reset 14
Troubleshooting ....14
Care and maintenance 14
Specifications 14
Warranty 14
Disposal 14
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CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
FRONT VIEW
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① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ ⑪ VOLUME MODE MENU PLASTIC SMOZZA PENSY SHIFT ECONJ CLOCKVolume control1.
Standby button2.
Info button3.
Mode button4.
Preset button5.
Sleep button6.
Menu button7.
Select button8.
Alarm/Snooze button9.
Display10.
Scroll control11.
Battery cover12.
Headphone jack13.
DC In jack14.
Aerial15.
BACK VIEW
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Technical diagram of a device panel with numbered components and internal components labeled 12 to 153
UNPACKING
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 make sure you pass on the handbook.
We suggest you retain the packaging. If you dispose of it, do so having regard to any recycling regulations in your area.
CONTENTS
The carton should contain:
The DR1502W/B digital radio-
AC Adaptor•
Operating Manual•
If any items are missing or damaged, contact your nearest TESCO store for a replacement. Have your receipt ready when you call. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it, do so having regard to any recycling regulations in your area.
LOCATION
Place the unit on dry stable surface away from heat and damp and where it is unlikely to fall or be knocked over.
GETTING STARTEDPRELIMINARIES
DAB/FM AERIAL
Before using your radio for DAB or FM reception, always fully extend the telescopic aerial.
The telescopic aerial has a swivel base to enable it to be adjusted to different positions for the clearest sound.
CONNECTING POWER
- Check that the mains voltage marked on the rating plate of the AC adapter is the same as the voltage in your area.
Plug the DC cable from the AC adapter into the DC 6V jack on the back panel.
Plug the AC adapter into the wall socket and switch - the mains power on.
The display will light and the clock will set.
SETTING THE CLOCK
Automatic clock setting:
The clock on your radio is automatically set from the time signal broadcast with DAB radio stations.
You can also choose to set the clock manually if you prefer. Refer to the time options of the DAB settings menu section.
SCROLL CONTROL
The scroll control is used to browse the station list and also to step up or down menu options. The control should be turned gently to the right or left to move up or down the station list or menu options. You can also turn and hold the control to scroll continuously through stations or options available.
FITTING BATTERIES
Batteries can be fitted to your radio for portable operation.
Slide off the battery 1. cover.
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Diagram of a device panel with a black arrow pointing to a component, no text or symbols presentRemove the batteries if the unit will not be used for a long time to avoid the danger of leakage.
NOTE: Never mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types. Batteries should always be replaced as sets.
BATTERY DISPOSAL
Dispose of used batteries with regard to the recycling regulations in your area. Do NOT short circuit batteries or throw them into water, the general rubbish or in a fire.
Weak batteries can leak and damage the unit. Replace them in good time!
Fit four 'AA' batteries 2. (not supplied) into the battery compartment, observing polarity as shown.
Lay the batteries 3. over the ribbon. This will help when you remove them.
Re-fit the battery 4. cover.
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Diagram of an electronic device rear panel with labeled power connections and grounding symbolsPOWER CONTROL
STANDBY CONTROL
Switching the radio on:
Press the ⏻ button to switch on the radio.
The radio will re-tune to the last station playing.
Setting the radio to Standby:
Press the ◦ button to set the radio to Standby.
The time and date will be displayed.
NOTE:- The ⏻ button functions as a Power On/Off button during battery operation - the display will switch off completely when set to Standby and Alarm and Sleep functions are disabled.
INITIAL SCAN
When your radio is switched on for the first time it will scan all usable stations and store them alphanumerically - 1 Radio, 2 Radio, AA Radio, AB Radio... The initial scan will take a few minutes. After the scan, the number of stations found will be displayed, and the radio will play the first station in the sequence.
Note: If no stations are found, switch the radio off and move it to a location with a stronger signal. When you switch the radio back on it will automatically repeat the scan process.
SELECTING A DAB STATION
After scanning, the stations are stored in an alphanumeric station list.
To select another station:
- Turn the SCROLL control repeatedly to the right or left to step up or down the station list.
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BBC Radio 2- Press the SELECT button to select the station displayed.
The radio will re-tune to the new station.
The display will show the station name and DLS scrolling information text.
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Station name BBC Radio 2 Scrollins text Information textADJUSTING THE VOLUME
To adjust the volume:
- Turn the VOLUME control clockwise to increase or anti-clockwise to decrease the volume.
The volume level will be displayed on a bargraph.
DAB SCANNING
When first used, your radio scanned the DAB band for available stations. The station services found were then stored in your radio's memory.
You can re-scan the band at any time if you move to a different area or just to refresh the stored list of available stations.
NOTE: On some occasions, when moving to a different area, re-scanning may not fully update the station list. In this case it may be necessary to reset your radio. (see the 'FULL SCAN' option in the 'DAB SETTINGS MENU' section).
DAB/FM BANDS
Your radio can also receive FM band radio stations.
To change between the DAB and FM bands:
Press the• MODE button.
The radio will change band and the station name (DAB) or tuned frequency (FM) will be shown on the display.
FM RECEPTION
Select the FM band.
The station name and RDS information text will be displayed. If RDS data is not available, the station frequency will be displayed.
Station name/frequency
Classic RDS Radiotext
Information text (when available)
To scan for FM stations:
- Turn and hold the SCROLL control to scan the band for stations.
Turn clockwise to scan up the band, anti-clockwise to scan down the band.
Tuning will stop automatically when the next station is reached.
To manually tune to FM stations:
- Turn the SCROLL control clockwise or anti-clockwise briefly to tune up or down the band in 0.05MHz steps.
DAB & FM PRESETS
Your radio can store up to 10 of your favourite stations as presets on both the DAB and FM bands.
To store a preset:
- Tune to the station you want to store as a preset.
- Press and hold the PRESET button.
'Preset Store' will be displayed with a preset number to store. If a station is already stored in this preset number, the station details will be shown.
Preset Store (1: (Empty) )
- To choose a preset location to store your station, turn the SCROLL control to change the preset number displayed.
- To store the station playing in the preset number displayed, press the SELECT button.
When you store a preset, the preset number and 'stored' will be displayed to confirm the number you selected.
To recall a preset:
- Press the PRESET button.
Preset 1 will be displayed.
Preset Recall <1: BBC R4>
- Turn the SCROLL control to browse the preset stations you have stored.
- When you find the preset number you want, press the SELECT button.
The radio will tune to the selected preset station.
DAB DISPLAY MODES
The bottom line of the display can be switched to show different items of information that may be transmitted with a DAB station.
Choosing the information display
Press the INFO button repeatedly to change the information displayed while playing a DAB radio station. The full range of display options are shown below. Some stations may not broadcast all of these options.
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A["DLS (Scrolling text)"] --> B["Signal strength"]
B --> C["Programme type"]
C --> D["Multiplex name"]
D --> E["Multiplex number/frequency"]
E --> F["Signal error rate"]
F --> G["Audio bit rate/encoding"]
G --> H["Power mode"]
H --> I["Time"]
I --> J["Date"]
DLS (Dynamic Label Segment): This is a scrolling message giving real-time information - song titles, news headlines, etc.
SIGNAL STRENGTH: This setting will display a signal strength bargraph. The longer the bargraph, the stronger the signal. Setting the display to show signal strength is useful when setting up the aerial for the strongest signal.
PROGRAMME TYPE: This describes the style of the programme being broadcast.
MULTIPLEX NAME: DAB Digital radio stations are broadcast in multiplexes. Each multiplex is a bundle of radio stations transmitted in a single frequency. There are national and local multiplexes; local ones contain stations specific to your area. This option displays the name of the multiplex name that contains the station you are listening to.
MULTIPLEX NUMBER/FREQ: This option will display the multiplex number and frequency that contains the station you are listening to.
SIGNAL ERROR RATE: This option will display the level of signal errors in the current broadcast. The lower the number, the better the quality of the signal.
BIT RATE: DAB allows broadcasters to vary the BIT RATE (or the amount by which an audio signal can be compressed) depending on the type of broadcast. This enables the amount of stations on a multiplex to be maximised. Speech and News are often broadcast at a lower Bit Rate; music needs a higher Bit Rate for good fidelity.
POWER MODE: Mains or battery power mode will be displayed.
TIME AND DATE: Time and date are updated by broadcasted information.
When first used, your radio scanned the DAB band for available stations. The station services found were then stored in your radio's memory.
You can re-scan the band at any time if you move to a different area or just to refresh the stored list of available stations.
NOTE: On some occasions, when moving to a different area, re-scanning may not fully update the station list. In this case it may be necessary to reset your radio. (see the 'Factory reset' option in the 'DAB SETTINGS MENU' section).
DAB SETTINGS MENU
DAB SETTINGS MENU
A complete map of the menu is shown on the next page.
To enter the DAB Settings Menu
Set to DAB mode.
Press the • MENU button.
The menu will be displayed.
- Turn the SCROLL control repeatedly to step through the available options.
- To choose an option from the menu, press the SELECT button.
Choose the 'System' menu option to open the sub-menu of system options shown on the menu map.
Full Scan: Select Full Scan to re-scan the entire DAB band and refresh the station list.
Manual Tune: Manual tuning enables you to search the band manually by turning the SCROLL control to step through the multiplex numbers and check if any have usable signal strength on a bargraph display. Manual tuning is not necessary in normal operation where scanning will have established a station list of usable stations.
Prune: If your station list includes stations that you can no longer receive (you may have moved to a different area), you can select the 'Prune' option to remove them and clean up the Station List.
System>Time: Select the time option to open the following sub-menus for setting the clock manually and changing time and date display options.
System>Time>Set Time/Date: This option may be useful if you are in an area where it is not possible to receive DAB radio broadcasts. You can set both the time and date manually.
System>Time>Auto update: This option sets how the clock locates time and date information. You can choose to update from either DAB or FM radio or both. You can also disable Auto update if you prefer to retain manual clock settings.
System>Time>Set 12/24 hour: Choose this option to display the time in 12 hour (with a.m. and p.m. indicators) or 24 hour formats.
System>Time>Set date format: Choose this option to change the date format from DD/MM/YYYY to MM/DD/YYYY.
System>Backlight: This option enables you to set the display brightness. Two separate options are available - display brightness when the radio is On and also when set to Standby. Choose from the three available levels.
System>Factory reset: Select the 'Yes' sub-option to reset all the settings of your radio to factory original settings. The station list will also be cleared and any stored preset memories will be erased. After a factory reset the radio will re-scan the band and renew the station list.
System>SW Version: This option will display the version number of the control software currently installed in your radio. This will be helpful to a technician who is servicing the radio.
DAB MENU OPTIONS
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A["Full scan"] -->|Press the SELECT button| B["Scan all DAB bands"]
C["Manual tune"] -->|Press the SELECT button| D["Manually tune to a station multiplex"]
E["Prune"] -->|Press the SELECT button| F["Prune unused stations from the list"]
G["System"] -->|Press the SELECT button| H["Time"]
H -->|Press the SELECT button| I["Set the clock manually"]
I --> J["Auto update - Choose clock update options"]
J --> K["Set 12 or 24 hour clock display"]
K --> L["Set the date display format"]
H --> M["Sleep"]
M --> N["Backlight"]
N --> O["Factory reset"]
O --> P["SW version"]
P --> Q["Display the software version"]
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FM DISPLAY MODES
The bottom line of the display can be switched to show different items of information that may be transmitted with an FM station.
To change the display mode
Press the INFO button repeatedly to change the information displayed while playing an FM radio station.
The full range of display options are shown. Some stations may not broadcast all of these options.
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A["RDS Radiotext"] --> B["Programme type"]
B --> C["Frequency"]
C --> D["Stereo/Mono"]
D --> E["Power mode"]
E --> F["Time"]
F --> G["Date"]
FM MENU OPTIONS
FM SETTINGS MENU
There are also some menu settings that are specific to FM radio operation. These settings may be changed through the Settings Menu.
To enter the FM Settings Menu
Set to FM mode.
Press the • MENU button.
A map of the menu is shown below. The menu is navigated in the same way as the DAB settings menu.
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graph TD
A["Scan setting"] --> B["Audio setting"]
B --> C["System setting"]
MORE DETAIL OF THE FM SETTINGS MENU OPTIONS
Scan Setting: With this menu option you can set the scanning sensitivity of the FM radio to two different levels- 'Strong stations' or 'All stations'. Setting to 'Strong stations' will exclude weaker stations resulting in a quicker scan. If you set to 'All stations' the scan will stop at every station detected, even if the signal is weak.
Audio Setting: This option enables you to set the radio to 'Forced Mono' or 'Stereo Allowed'. Setting Forced Mono may be useful to reduce background noise when listening via stereo headphones if the signal is weak and the broadcast is in stereo.
System: The System sub-menu options are the same as those described in the DAB settings section.
USING THE ALARMS
SETTING THE ALARMS
You can set two completely separate alarm times (ALARM 1 and ALARM 2) and activate either or both of them to wake you with radio or a buzzer. You can also pre-set the station preset and volume settings that the alarms will wake you with.
Setting the alarm times:
Switch on the radio (Alarm settings cannot be changed - when set to Standby).
- Press the ALARM/SNOOZE button once to set Alarm 1 or twice to set Alarm 2.
In the examples to follow, Alarm 1 is to be set. 'Alarm 1 Setup' will appear on the display.
- Press the SELECT button if you want to set Alarm 1. 'Alarm 1 Wizard' will appear on the display.
The alarm is now set in the sequence shown in the next column.
NOTE: Press the ALARM/SNOOZE button at any time to exit alarm setting, leaving the settings unchanged.
ALARM SETTING SEQUENCE
Alarm 1 Time
Set the alarm hours, then minutes
Alarm 1 Duration
Set the duration of the alarm
Alarm 1 wake-up mode (Source)
Choose from DAB, FM, Buzzer
Alarm 1 preset*
Choose a preset for alarm modes
Alarm 1 Repeat
Set the alarm to sound Daily, Once, Weekends or Weekdays
Alarm 1 Date
Option appears if Repeat is set to 'Once'
Alarm 1 Volume
Set the volume for Alarm 1
Alarm 1 On/Off
Choose to set Alarm 1 On or Off
Alarm Saved
The alarm settings have been saved.
*NOTE:- When changing the Alarm radio preset setting, choose the 'Last listened' option to wake to the last station you played before setting the radio to Standby.
To make a change to a setting:
Turn the SCROLL control to step through the options available for a setting (or times when clock setting).
When you have finished changing a setting, press the SELECT button to confirm the setting and move on to the next setting in the sequence.
Repeat the previous two steps to change each setting • as required.
Saving alarm settings:
Your alarm settings are automatically saved when you complete the last setting and press the SELECT button.
The display will confirm with the words 'Alarm saved'.
Alarm repeat:
The alarm(s) will repeat according to the Alarm Repeat setting you made when setting the alarm.
Daily - The alarm will sound every day.
Weekdays - The alarm will sound on weekdays, but not at weekends.
Weekends - The alarm will sound on weekends, but not on weekdays.
Once - The alarm will sound only once. If this setting has been chosen, an extra option is added for you to set the date that you want the alarm to sound.
USING THE ALARMS
SETTING THE ALARM TO WAKE YOU
To check if the alarms are set:
- Before going to bed, set the radio to Standby and check that the Alarm 1 and/or Alarm 2 symbols are displayed as required.
Alarm 1 set
Alarm 2 set
Alarms 1 & 2 set
To switch the alarms on or off:
- Set the radio to Standby.
The radio will switch off and the time and date will be displayed with the Alarm Symbol(s). - Press the ALARM/SNOOZE button repeatedly to activate the alarm(s) as you need them.
- Press the SELECT button to save the settings.
'Alarm Saved' will be displayed.
WHEN THE ALARM WAKES YOU
When the alarm sounds you can choose to set snooze, which will reset the alarm for a further 5 minutes, or to switch it off.
To set snooze:
- Press the ALARM/SNOOZE button when the alarm sounds.
The alarm will stop and the alarm indicator and the snooze time will count down on the display. After 5 minutes the alarm will sound again.
To switch off the alarm:
To switch off the alarm, press the 🔊 button. The unit will set to Standby.
SLEEP FUNCTION
You can set the Sleep timer to play music for a set period while you are falling asleep.
To set the sleep timer:
Play your choice of music.
Press the • SLEEP button.
The sleep time will be displayed.
- Turn the SCROLL control to step through the sleep time options of 10, 20, 30, 60, 70, 80 or 90 minutes or OFF (sleep off).
- Press the SELECT button to confirm the sleep time.
Music will continue to play for the time you selected, then the unit will set to Standby.
HEADPHONES
There is a headphone output socket on the back panel of the radio. If headphones are connected to this socket for private listening, the speakers will cut out automatically.
FACTORY RESET
DAB is a terrestrial system and frequencies in different areas vary. If you move the radio to another part of the country, performing a scan may not be enough to re program the radio you may need to reset the radio. Factory reset is an option available from the Settings menu.
To restore the factory settings
- Follow the instructions in the 'DAB SETTINGS MENU section to select Factory Reset from the menu.
The Radio will now re-start and scan the DAB broadcast stations in your area.
After reset all settings are returned to the factory defaults and any stored presets are erased.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Poor quality radio reception
The aerial signal may not be adequate. Try adjusting the aerial position while watching the signal strength on the bargraph. Signal strength can be displayed by tuning to a DAB station and pressing the Info/Menu button until the signal strength bargraph is displayed.
Few DAB stations are available after moving area
The radio should be reset to renew the station list. Refer to the 'Factory Reset' section on page 9.
Poor quality FM reception
If you are listening on headphones to a station with a weak signal, try setting to mono reception.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
After using your radio
Set the radio to Standby or switch it off.
- Unplug the radio from the mains if you are leaving it unattended for a long period (holidays etc).
Care and cleaning
All care and cleaning operations should be carried out with the unit unplugged from the mains power.
Occasionally wipe the cabinet with a lint free duster. Never clean the unit with liquids or solvents.
SPECIFICATIONS
AC Adaptor supply input: ... 100-240 V\~, 50/60 Hz, 0.2A
AC Adaptor output: 6 V=1A
Product input: 6 V—1 A
DAB: 174 - 240 MHz
FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz
Net Weight: 0.8kg
Class II construction double insulated.
This product must not be connected to earth.
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.
TESCO
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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