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This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase. Any defect that arises due to 
faulty materials or workmanship will be repaired free of charge (or if applicable the product will be replaced or the 
purchase price refunded) where possible during this period by the dealer from who your purchased the unit.

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The guarantee is subject to the following provisions: 

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The guarantee does not cover accidental damage, 
misuse, cabinet parts, knobs or consumable items.

•  The product must be correctly installed and 

operated in accordance with the instructions 
contained in the manual.

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It must be used solely for domestic purposes. The 
guarantee will be rendered invalid if the product is 

re-sold or has been damaged by inexpert repair.

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Specifications are subject to change without 
notice.

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Bush disclaim any liability for loss or damage arising 
from the breakdown of the product.

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This guarantee is in addition to and does not 
diminish your statutory or legal rights.

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Product support

Help is always at hand

Product support

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If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the 

Troubleshooting

 

Summary of Contents for BD-618 AM/FM

Page 1: ...Instruction manual Bluetooth Micro System BD 618 AM FM ...

Page 2: ... instructions Don t worry there s nothing too technical coming up Just simple step by step guidance to get you up and running quickly Sound good Then let s get started Help and Guidance We re here to help you get the most from your Bluetooth Micro System Should you require any guidance a simple solution can often be found online at www argos support co uk If you still require further assistance ca...

Page 3: ...nge the mode 17 Adjusting the volume 17 Equalizer or EQ setting 18 Set t he clock 18 Using headphones 18 Connect to a Bluetooth device 19 Using your Bluetooth Micro System CD Mode 22 Play a CD 22 Programmed play mode 23 Repeat and Random modes 24 FM Radio mode 26 Tuning to an FM station 26 Storing an FM station preset 27 Tune to an FM station preset 27 AM Radio mode 28 Tuning to an AM station 28 S...

Page 4: ...d a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting Contents Listening to Music Audio using Bluetooth 30 Delete all paired Bluetooth device records 31 Aux in mode 32 Other information Technical specification 36 Product support Troubleshooting 40 Help and assistance 42 Guarantee 44 4 5 ...

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Page 7: ...1 Safety information ...

Page 8: ...e disconnect device shall remain readily operable If the Micro System will not be used for a long period of time remove the CD and make sure that the mains power is unplugged and the battery is removed from the remote control Only use recommended batteries or those of the same or equivalent type in the remote control Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity The supply terminals are n...

Page 9: ...rtant that you consider carefully in advance where your Micro System and speakers will be situated and make sure that they are on a flat and stable surface within 1 4 metres of a power socket Please ensure that the mains power lead and speaker cables are not a trip hazard at least 1 metre away from other electrical appliances to avoid interference where it will be in range of the connected or pair...

Page 10: ...es or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Do NOT place foreign objects into the CD compartment CAUTION Never touch or look into the optical lens within the CD compartment This is a CLASS 1 laser product Use of controls or adjustments other than those specified herein may...

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Page 13: ...Getting to know your Bluetooth Micro System 2 ...

Page 14: ... simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting Ready Let s begin Please read these instructions carefully They contain important information which will help you get the best from your product and ensure safe and correct installation and operation If you require any further assistance our technical experts are happy to help For full details refer to the product support section at the en...

Page 15: ...uk If you still require further assistance call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021 Fig 1 1 Power on off standby 2 CD Compartment 3 Backlit display 4 Rotary volume control 5 Mode 6 Headphone socket 7 Menu 8 Skip back Tune 9 Skip forward Tune 10 Stop 11 Play Pause 12 Line in 13 Left and Right speaker sockets 14 Mains power cable 15 Wire radio aerial 2 3 4 6 5 7 8 9 10 12 11 13 14 15 Fig 2 1 ...

Page 16: ...oth Micro System You ll be up and running in no time 10 5 6 9 8 12 14 15 16 17 18 1 Power on off standby 2 Skip back 3 Play Pause 4 Clock 5 Scan 6 Program 7 Memory 8 Pair 9 Mute 10 Equalizer 11 Mode 12 Skip forward 13 Stop 14 Sleep 15 Repeat 16 Volume 17 Memory 18 Volume 7 11 Note The remote signal may not be received if there is an obstacle between the remote and the Micro Direct sunlight or othe...

Page 17: ...lid on the front right and remove the cardboard shipping protector Close the CD lid 4 Plug the mains power plug into the mains power wall socket and switch on Your Micro will now be in Standby mode 5 Pull out the safety strip on the remote control to activate the battery Initial set up Press and release the Power button on the front of your Micro System The first time you switch on your Micro it w...

Page 18: ...EQ setting Set the clock In standby mode Press and hold the Clock button on the remote control then use the and buttons to scroll and the clock button to confirm to select 12H 24H and set the clock time Once set the clock time is displayed in standby mode Sleep timer You can set your Micro to turn off automatically using the sleep timer You can choose from 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 minutes or OFF...

Page 19: ...ct searches for Bluetooth devices 2 On the device that you would like to connect to your Micro via Bluetooth e g iPhone iPad Android other phone Tablet Computer turn on Bluetooth connectivity and ensure that it is discoverable Note If necessary refer to the instructions for your device to add or set up Bluetooth 3 Select to Add new device if necessary Note Some products will automatically search f...

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Page 21: ...3 Using your Bluetooth Micro System ...

Page 22: ... then be displayed Play a CD Note It is not possible to play DVD or computer CDs 1 Press and release the lid of the CD player on the front right edge where raised dots indicate the release point OPEN will be displayed 2 Place an audio CD label side up into the CD compartment Please ensure that you line up the hole in the centre of the CD with the central spindle and press down into place 3 Close t...

Page 23: ...the remote control Fast forward within a track Press and hold the button on the Micro or on the remote control Fast backward within a track Press and hold the button on the Micro or on the remote control Stop Press and release the button on the Micro or on the remote control Programmed play mode In programmed play mode you can program the play order of the tracks on your CD You can program up to 2...

Page 24: ...total of 20 tracks Note After you have selected track 20 in the programmed play list FULL will be displayed 4 Press and release the Menu button on the Micro or the Prog button on the remote control again to confirm the last track in the programmed play mode list 5 Press and release the button on the Micro or on the remote control to play the programmed tracks 6 To exit programmed play mode press a...

Page 25: ...D for approximately 30 minutes your Micro will go to Standby mode automatically Caring for compact discs Do NOT touch the playback side of the CD Do NOT attach paper or tape or any other material to the disc Fingerprints and dust on the disc will cause sound deterioration Wipe the disc from the centre outwards with a soft cloth Always keep the disc clean If dust or marks cannot be removed with a s...

Page 26: ...ensure that the maximum signal strength is available when the Micro begins to scan Extending the aerial also ensures the best possible sound quality Tuning to an FM station In FM mode Press and hold the Tune on the front of the Micro or the button on the remote control to scan up the frequency band your Micro will search for the next available station and then stop on that station Press and releas...

Page 27: ...mote control to move to the preset number that you would like to store the radio station to 1 20 4 Press and release the Menu button on the Micro or the Prog button on the remote control P XX will stop flashing confirming that the preset has been stored Your Micro can automatically search for and store FM radio stations 1 Press and release the button on the Micro or the Scan button on the remote c...

Page 28: ...ncy band your Micro will search for the next available station and then stop on that station Press and release the Tune on the front of the Micro or the button on the remote control to scan up the frequency band in 9kHz steps Press and hold the Tune button on the front of the Micro or the on the remote control to scan down the frequency band your Micro will search for the next available station an...

Page 29: ... automatically search for and store AM radio stations 1 Press and release the button on the Micro or the Scan button on the remote control Your Micro will now scan for and store all of the available AM stations Note If there is already an existing AM station stored under a preset it will be overwritten when you store new stations Tune to an AM station preset In AM mode 1 Press and release the Menu...

Page 30: ...e Add new device option is not available 4 When found your Micro will be displayed as BUSH MICRO Select the device name to begin pairing 5 When pairing is complete will stop flashing in the display and will be constantly displayed 6 Now that you have paired your device with the Micro it will connect to it when it is within range which is about 10 metres or less 33 feet or less line of sight 7 Your...

Page 31: ...remote control when listening to music via Bluetooth Controls available on your Micro and the remote control are Play Pause Press and release to play pause Skip back Press and release to skip back to the previous track Note If you press and hold the button on the Micro or the Pair button on the remote control for 3 seconds you can pair and unpair the connected bluetooth device Skip forward Skip fo...

Page 32: ... display Using a 3 5mm audio input connection cable not included Aux in allows for a quick and easy connection to an external sound source 1 Connect one end of the 3 5mm audio connection cable to the headphone or auxiliary out socket of your secondary device connect the other end to the Line in socket on the back of your Micro 2 Press the Play button on your external device to start playback throu...

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Page 36: ...perating as intended a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting Technical specification Power Input AC 230 240V 50Hz Battery 1 x 3V CR2025 for the remote control Output 2 x 2 5W RMS Frequency range FM 87 5 MHz to 108 MHz AM 522 kHz to 1620 kHz Bluetooth Version 2 0 Profiles A2DPV1 2 AVRCPV1 4 Frequency range 2 4GHz 2 480GHz ...

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Page 40: ... be played in the Micro or may skip or not rotate correctly Please check that you are using an original audio CD and not a copy Often copied CDs will not play No sound power Adjust the volume using the rotary control on the Micro or the Vol and Vol buttons on the remote control Check that the speakers are plugged fully home into the sockets on the back of the Micro Check that the mains power wall ...

Page 41: ...Micro causing interference Unable to pair with a Bluetooth device Check that you are In Bluetooth BT Mode Ensure that you are within range of the radio for Bluetooth functionality 10 metres or less 33 feet or less Move the Micro and Bluetooth device away from other Bluetooth devices electrical equipment If possible turn off other nearby Bluetooth devices or disable their Bluetooth functionality Th...

Page 42: ...e us give you a fast and efficient service please have the following information ready Model Ref Serial number Date of purchase Local call rates applies Lines open 8am 7pm Monday to Saturday and 10am 4pm Sunday Calls to Argos enquiry lines may attract a charge and set up fee from residential lines depending on your call plan tariff Mobile and other providers costs may vary see www bt com pricing f...

Page 43: ... children and seek immediate medical help if swallowed Batteries should not be disposed of in the normal household waste but taken to appropriate local recycling facilities where and when these are available Never throw batteries in a fire or attempt to open the outer casing This product is intended for use within the UK This equipment complies with the essential requirements for the Radio Equipme...

Page 44: ...sclaim any liability for loss or damage arising from the breakdown of the product This guarantee is in addition to and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights Important Data Protection Information If you provide us with information about another person you confirm that they have appointed you to act for them to consent to the processing of their personal data including sensitive personal ...

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